Isco Alcaron moves with the ball like a ballerina. The ball is always glued to the Real Madrid midfielder's feet. He has been an undeniable success at the Santiago Bernabeu following a big-money move from Malaga in 2013. He has been a crucial…

There are certain players who rarely get the praise they merit. Either by virtue of position or style, such talents are often overlooked while top stars are celebrated. Allan Marques Loureiro leads this category in Italy's Serie A. When…

Back in the day, during David Luiz's first stint at Chelsea, Manchester United legend Gary Neville labelled the Brazilian a "PlayStation defender who played as though he was being controlled by a 10-year-old". The curly…

There are several glamorous things attached to the Premier League, making it arguably the finest in the world. The views it generates has made many owners millions of pounds in recent times. That profit allows clubs to invest in the best…

When Chelsea and Tottenham meet at Wembley, it'll be more than your average derby. Bragging rights only begin to tell the story. Although picking up all three key points is the aim for both teams, victory will signify more. The winner will…

Ruben Loftus-Cheek was called up to the England squad for November’s friendly with the United States and UEFA Nations League clash against Croatia, winning his 10th cap against the former. It’s now 12 months since he made his debut…

Victor Moses wasn’t even in the matchday squad as Chelsea played out a goalless draw with Everton over the weekend. It's the eighth time he’s been left out in the Premier League by Maurizio Sarri. The 27-year-old has grown accustomed…

Twelve games into the season, the Premier League table is taking shape. Manchester City leads the pack with 32 points after their  3-1 thumping of Manchester United at the Etihad. Liverpool, Chelsea, Tottenham and Arsenal, in that order,…

People say football is a microcosm of life. A mirror image, if you will. The game's machinations do parody society, albeit not always in the same manner. Sometimes the mirror reflects a negative image, like the photo process wherein light…

Maurizio Sarri is a changed man at Chelsea. He’s not only given up a ridiculous chain-smoking addiction but also developed a special admiration for the club. Sarri’s incredible start shows he’s aiming for a lengthy stay in…

When Manchester United walked onto the pitch at Stamford Bridge on Saturday many expected to see an outfit rejuvenated by an extraordinary Newcastle United comeback but nonetheless a team that would eventually succumb to the growing momentum…

From a career at Everton that looked to have stalled, Ross Barkley moved to Chelsea amidst scepticism about what he will bring to the table at Stamford Bridge. For a club with high ambitions and parading some of the best players in the world,…

I think it's fair to say that when Chelsea completed a £15million deal for Ross Barkley in January, eyebrows were raised. The attacking midfielder had struggled with injury and playing time during his final season with Everton. How…

Sitting joint top of the Premier League and unbeaten, most would argue Chelsea are title contenders this season. That is everyone but Maurizio Sarri. While everyone else is extolling the virtues of his side the Italian is playing down their…

Manchester City brushed aside every opponent last season, as a Pep Guardiola masterclass took England by storm. When a club loses just two games in a whole league campaign, wins the league with a record-breaking 100 points, it has to be acknowledged…