Date with destiny for Ryan Giggs
The Sunday newspapers will be filled this weekend by the story of a left-footed magician’s Wembley triumph. The only question is who that magician will be. While Lionel Messi has had everyone waxing lyrical since…
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Nigel de Jong axed by Dutch coach van Marwijk
Netherlands head coach Bert van Marwijk has dropped Manchester City's Nigel de Jong from his squad for the upcoming European Championship qualifiers, following the midfielder's leg-breaking weekend tackle on Hatem Ben Arfa. De Jong has…
Reasons for optimism at Liverpool?
The days of Tom Hicks, George Gillett, and Roy Hodgson seem almost a distant memory for all involved at Liverpool football club. From floundering in mid-table during the first-half of last season, the Reds have…
‘The Boy Has Got Skills’ – Manuel Lanzini
Name: Manuel Lanzini Club: River Plate Position: Attacking Midfielder Age: 18 After spending the last couple of weeks examining the emerging talents coming out of Brazil, ThisisFutbol’s South American Watch returns to Argentina and to…
Chris Hughton admits concern for Steve Harper
Newcastle United boss Chris Hughton claimed the shine had been taken off Saturday's 1-0 victory over Everton following an injury to goalkeeper Steve Harper. Harper had to be replaced by Tim Krul in the 35th…
Jamie Carragher expresses his concerns
Jamie Carragher has admitted that Liverpool must sort out their home form if they are to stand a chance of making the Premier League top four this season. Kenny Dalglish's men drew 0-0 with Stoke…
Arsenal finally set to cash in
There are reports in The Sun today that suggest Arsenal have admitted defeat in their quest to keep captain Cesc Fabregas and will now agree to sell him for £35m. Arsene Wenger is now unlikely…
Sam Allardyce: Steven N’Zonzi needed a kick up the backside
Blackburn Rovers boss Sam Allardyce has told Steven N'Zonzi to forget about all the plaudits he won last season and concentrate on improving his game. The former Amiens star was voted last term's player of…
The lack of consistency is what continues to infuriate
Who would want to be a referee? Not me. Especially when you have to deal with the likes of Neil Warnock blaming anything and everything on you. However, occasionally the Queens Park Rangers manager gets…
Bale a ‘big doubt’ for West Brom clash
Gareth Bale is a major doubt for Tottenham's match against West Brom, manager Harry Redknapp has confirmed.The PFA Player of the Year was withdrawn after just 46 minutes of Wednesday's north London derby against Arsenal…