Football Match Previews
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Arsenal's £200m transfer block guarantees a nightmare against Aston Villa
Mikel Arteta’s ambitious summer overhaul has hit an early wall, and the tactical fallout could …
2 weeks, 2 days ago
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Michael Carrick is the right gamble for Manchester United
Michael Carrick is nearing a permanent appointment at Old Trafford. I examine why this move …
2 weeks, 3 days ago
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Southampton are making themselves the villains of the Championship
Southampton's pursuit of promotion has been marred by scandals, from training ground spying to allegations …
2 weeks, 3 days ago
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Celtic's 99th-minute penalty just set up the most toxic final day in years
Derek McInnes is furious. Celtic are scraping by on penalties. And Saturday's Scottish Premiership title …
2 weeks, 3 days ago
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Rangers are in freefall and the Tavernier exit changes everything
Rangers are in crisis. With James Tavernier reportedly walking out ahead of his farewell match, …
2 weeks, 3 days ago
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Pep's rotation roulette sets up a nerve-shredding final day
Manchester City's understudies dismantled Crystal Palace, but Guardiola's tactical gambling leaves huge questions ahead of …
2 weeks, 3 days ago
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Middlesbrough can't afford a distraction before the playoffs
Middlesbrough’s playoff ambitions are being undermined by off-field controversy. Investigating the recent training ground spying …
2 weeks, 3 days ago
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James Maddison's return gives Spurs a pulse in an ugly survival fight
James Maddison's return from a 12-month knee injury was overshadowed by a furious VAR row, …
2 weeks, 3 days ago
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Hearts and Celtic are one point apart and the title is on the line
With two games remaining, Hearts and Celtic are separated by just one point in the …
2 weeks, 3 days ago
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Southampton's chaotic semi-final win is a tactical and moral mess
Southampton booked their ticket to Wembley with a late Shea Charles winner, but the fallout …
2 weeks, 3 days ago
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A Promotion Dream Poisoned at the Source
The Championship play-off semi-final between Southampton and Middlesbrough was meant to be about the prize …
2 weeks, 3 days ago
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St Mary's circus: Spygate threatens to overshadow the Championship final
Southampton and Middlesbrough battle at St Mary's, but a training ground spying scandal threatens to …
2 weeks, 4 days ago
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Kilmarnock and Hearts are ignoring the title race noise
While the Scottish Premiership title race captures the headlines, Kilmarnock and Hearts are keeping their …
2 weeks, 4 days ago
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Why Merson is right about Liverpool finishing above Man United
Paul Merson predicts Arne Slot's Liverpool will comfortably outpace Manchester United next season. A deep …
2 weeks, 4 days ago
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Arsenal face a difficult reality check after the Beth Mead announcement
Beth Mead's departure leaves Arsenal facing a tactical nightmare. I analyze the stats, the defensive …
2 weeks, 4 days ago
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Arsenal's title charge meets the Newcastle block amid Gordon rumours
Mikel Arteta’s side retained top spot after a controversial win over West Ham, but Eddie …
2 weeks, 4 days ago
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The Xabi Alonso obsession is hurting two Premier League giants
Xabi Alonso is the most pursued figure in football, but the courtship by Chelsea and …
2 weeks, 4 days ago
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Arsenal's title path is clear, but their survival in the VAR storm is a mirage
Arsenal's title tilt is marred by VAR noise while Tottenham and West Ham engage in …
2 weeks, 4 days ago
Cesc Fàbregas is turning Como into the most interesting experiment in football
Cesc Fàbregas isn't just a tourist in Italy—he's building a tactical powerhouse at Como that's …
2 weeks, 4 days ago
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Tottenham are playing a dangerous game with their top four destiny
A deep dive into why Tottenham's recent officiating frustrations mask a deeper tactical stagnation ahead …
2 weeks, 5 days ago