With an age-old dream in touching distance and an infectiously positive group of players in the dressing room, Newcastle United are effectively buzzing these days. Good vibes are coursing through the entirety of St James’ Park, from the staff to the fans, and to the players, the feeling has enchanted everyone. This atmospheric upturn is …
When it comes to Manchester United legends, it is only normal to associate them with minute-long rants about passion, hunger and desire on Sky Sports. With the Red Devils faltering consistently for the past few seasons, watching club icons such as Roy Keane, Rio Ferdinand and Gary Neville rip into the current side made for …
While top-flight Football gets all the attention in most nations, other levels of the game often get left out. Be it lower-division Football, non-league Football, or even Youth Football at the highest level, the senior-most league usually rakes in all of the fanfare, leaving the others little to contend with. This makes it especially lovely …
In stark contrast to the gloom and doom that formed around Newcastle United in recent years, the Magpies are presently in dreamland. Their fortunes were flipped following a big-money takeover from the Saudis, which saw the Toon finally escape the clutches of Mike Ashley. In the time since, Newcastle have effectively been restored into a …
The Premier League RB debate chugs along at a rapid pace, the seasons may change and so do the players’ forms, but the discourse rages on with no end in sight. In recent seasons, the primary protagonists have been the likes of Reece James, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Kyle Walker among others. Another contender that has …
Travelling to a foreign land far away from home, settling in unfamiliar surroundings and adapting to their culture and practices can be an onerous task. Yet, it is one all too common in the realm of Football. With changing rooms acting as a sort of melting pot for players from diverse backgrounds, it is only …
Borussia Dortmund’s Bundesliga fixture against Eintracht Frankfurt held great implications for the title race, while also holding some sentimental importance for the Black and Yellow faithful. Dortmund failed to capitalize on Bayern’s slip-up last match week, as they missed out on the chance to go top of the table due to a surprise 3-3 draw …
Football players are known to be complex characters, packed with layers and the range of emotions you’d expect to see in any human being. And like most people, the relationship they share with their mothers is best described as precious. We’ve seen many touching moments involving players and their mothers over the years, with a …
Ex-players returning to cause havoc against their former sides is a recurring theme that is a borderline inevitability at this point, and it was effectively on display as Liverpool took on Nottingham Forest. The Reds welcomed Forest with an eye towards resuscitating their gloomy campaign, as the possibility of earning a European berth is still …
Newcastle United sit on the brink of fulfilling a dream spanning several decades, and at the heart of their endeavour is midfielder Bruno Guimaraes. The Magpies’ transition into an elite side has progressed splendidly, they currently sit at the 3rd spot on the league table, equal on points with 4th-placed Man United having played a …
Newcastle United summer signing Nick Pope is proving to be a solid bit of business, the goalkeeper has put in some impressive displays for the Magpies this season. Bought for a reported transfer fee worth £10 million from Burnley, the 31-year-old appears to be another example of Newcastle’s smart recruitment policy under the new ownership. …
Pedro Porro’s start at Tottenham Hotspur has been far from ideal. The fullback was signed by Portuguese outfit Sporting on the deadline day of the recent winter window, for an initial loan fee with an obligation to buy in the summer. A highly-rated prospect, the 23-year-old reportedly raised eyebrows at a number of other clubs, …
Manchester City made it to their 3rd straight Champions League semi-final last night, as they held onto a 1-1 draw against Bayern Munich to clinch the tie 4-1 on aggregate. Pep Guardiola initially trumped tactical rival Thomas Tuchel during the home leg at the Etihad, with City picking a decisive 3-0 victory in the first …
Southampton midfielder James Ward-Prowse has quietly been among the most consistent players in the Premier League for the past 5 years. And while he flew under the radar for the majority of his career, the 28-year-old is finally receiving the recognition he deserves. The Saints’ skipper is no less than a Premier League veteran, his …
Liverpool’s quest for midfield reinforcements has been nothing short of a roller-coaster. The Reds began by setting their sights on the in-demand Jude Bellingham, with reports even suggesting that Jurgen Klopp’s side were intending to base their entire project around the 19-year-old. They made their intentions obvious by refusing to sign a replacement for Gini …
Football players are known to have some pretty wacky tattoos, which usually offer a closer look into their colorful personalities. Over the years, we’ve come across many bizarre tattoos inked on famous players, examples include the insanely spiritual ensemble emblazoned on the chest of Milan Skriniar, and the silly emoji tattooed on the hand of …
Liverpool have endured a disappointing campaign this season, as they’ve dropped out of all cup competitions and the prospect of Champions League qualification appears highly unlikely. Jurgen Klopp’s side started the season on a high note with a decisive win against Manchester City in the Community Shield. But following that victory, matters took a nosedive …