On 1 July, Diego Godin’s nine-year spell at Atletico Madrid came to an amicable end. The veteran central defender joined Inter Milan on a free transfer, signing for three years. No doubt he’ll have an influential role in Antonio…

Algeria and Senegal brought AFCON 2019 to a close last night. Baghdad Bounedjah's second-minute goal proved enough for Djamel Belmadi's Desert Foxes to claim the crown. It was a fitting end to Riyad Mahrez' tournament. The Manchester…

Kieran Trippier said he didn’t think twice about leaving Tottenham Hotspur for Atletico Madrid. Offended Spurs fans should ask whether the club thought twice about letting him go? Probably not. Time to follow Trippier's lead…

Under Daniel Levy, Tottenham Hotspur developed into a stable that supplies top European clubs with superstars. Gareth Bale. Luka Modric. Kyle Walker. and now Kieran Trippier. The England right-back joined Tottenham from Burnley in…

A newly-promoted team has one target in the Premier League. Survival. That's no different for Sheffield United next season.  After finishing second in the Championship to earn automatic promotion, the Blades are preparing for…

Geographic domination. The right to gloat in your local proximity. The gratification your team hindered your closest rival's ambition, simultaneously furthering your own. That's what local derbies are all about. Los Angeles,…

Manchester United and young players have always walked hand-in-hand. Jose Mourinho neglected that mantra somewhat, although it's clear to see that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is looking to re-instil that belief. Not only is the Baby Faced Assassin…

Leicester City stunned the world in 2016 when the club beat powerhouses Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United and City to win the Premier League title. It was achieved through amazing teamwork and a stroke of managerial genius from…

Through the years, Juventus has transformed its reputation. Once known for economical transfer business, the Bianconeri's reformed their approach to a more volatile one in recent times.    Signing Matthijs de Ligt for…

It wasn’t like Real Madrid didn’t sign new players after Cristiano Ronaldo left the Santiago Bernabeu for the Allianz Stadium in 2018. They didn’t lack superstars, either. But somehow, everyone concurred there was a massive…

After allowing Rafael Benitez to walk three weeks ago, Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley bore the brunt of fans’ criticism, a role which the British billionaire has made his own since taking over in 2007. Any right-minded person would…

Playing out of position is something that happens to many players throughout their careers as different managers come and make changes to teams' line-ups in order to fit into their respective systems. While some manage to adapt and…

Arsene Wenger's Arsenal reign lasted over two decades. Having ruled English football thrice, won seven FA Cups, along with an invincible feat, the Frenchman blessed fans with good memories. More so in his earlier years.…

Manchester United have been using makeshift players on the wings for far too long. First, it was Antonio Valencia and Ashley Young who converted from wide-forwards to defensive wing-backs, now the club has a serious problem with forcing…

Life at Manchester United hasn’t been the kindest to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. The disaster which unfolded in the final weeks of last season has threatened to separate the fanbase from its beloved club. However, with his first pre-season…