1. Rafa Benitez Appointment Confirms Chelsea Is the Darkest Fairytale in Football

    Chelsea 's decision to prematurely sack Roberto Di Matteo didn't provide the fairytale ending fans were hoping for. The Italian took on the role of Bambi's mother in his short time at the club...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 6 months ago 1,377 reads 8 comments

  2. Champions League: Macheda Has One Game to Save His Manchester United Career

    Federico Macheda 's rare appearance in Manchester United colours summed up a disappointing four years for the 21-year-old. Sir Alex Ferguson allowed the Italian just 16 minutes in the Champions League clash with Galatasaray ...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 6 months ago 4,337 reads 10 comments

  3. Laziest Players in World Soccer

    Laziness is inescapable in the world of football. If a top professional isn't pulling his weight, the masses will let him know. When your job includes a great deal of running, you better keep those legs moving...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 6 months ago 3,804 reads 24 comments

  4. Real Madrid vs. Athletic Bilbao: 6 Things We Learned

    Real Madrid 's 5-1 thrashing of Athletic Bilbao served up plenty of talking points. Jose Mourinho's side look to be in full flow after a disappointing start to the season...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 6 months ago 3,984 reads 10 comments

  5. Chelsea: Can Radamel Falcao Revive the Chelsea Attack?

    Chelsea are used to employing star strikers. Although Didier Drogba fired Roberto Di Matteo's side to European greatness with one calculated sweep in Munich, ...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 6 months ago 4,778 reads 29 comments

  6. Manchester United: Should Rio Ferdinand Commit to the Red Devils or Move On?

    Rio Ferdinand has enjoyed a successful decade at Old Trafford . Just a week after turning 34, the centreback has confirmed he will seriously consider his future at Christmas...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 6 months ago 3,263 reads 70 comments

  7. Chelsea Transfer News: Frank Lampard in Talks with Guizhou Renhe

    Frank Lampard 's speculated move away from Stamford Bridge continues to intensify. Chinese side Guizhou Renhe have claimed they are in talks with the veteran midfielder...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 6 months ago 3,660 reads 17 comments

  8. Levante vs. Real Madrid: 6 Things We Learned

    How often is Spanish football ruined by weather? Many referees would have called Levante 's match against Real Madrid off. The conditions were shambolic, resulting in an encounter that struggled to produce much quality...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 6 months ago 10,395 reads 58 comments

  9. Chelsea Transfer News: Is It Time for Frank Lampard to Move On?

    Frank Lampard could be on his way out of Stamford Bridge. Reports suggest the 34-year-old midfielder has agreed to join Chinese side Guizhou at the end of this season (via The Daily Mail )...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 7 months ago 4,788 reads 27 comments

  10. Manchester United: Nani out of Aston Villa Clash with Hamstring Injury

    Sir Alex Ferguson has confirmed Nani is ruled out of Manchester United 's upcoming Premier League clash against Aston Villa . The Portuguese international suffered a hamstring injury during United's Champions League trip to Braga ...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 7 months ago 1,308 reads 8 comments

  11. Roy Hodgson Defies Wenger by Calling Jack Wilshere into England Squad

    Jack Wilshere is set to make his England comeback in next week's friendly against Sweden. Roy Hodgson 's decision to include the youngster in the squad could stretch his relationship with Arsene Wenger ...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 7 months ago 2,676 reads 29 comments

  12. Champions League: Rating Manchester United Players in 3-1 Win vs Braga

    Manchester United 's 3-1 Champions League victory over Braga may have flattered Sir Alex Ferguson's side. The Portuguese outfit dominated large portions of the game...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 7 months ago 6,010 reads 24 comments

  13. 10 Players Who Have Scored Vital Goals Against Their Former Club

    Robin van Persie's goal against Arsenal was inevitable. Players have a habit of haunting their former employers. Nothing is more dramatic in football than an individual scoring an important goal against the team that used to pay their wages...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 7 months ago 4,349 reads 12 comments

  14. FIFA 13: 10 Amazing Goals You Must See

    FIFA 13 has the ability to create real emotion. Stirring comebacks could force you out of your seat. Badly-timed tackles might provoke an unsavoury rant. Most commonly, stunning goals will be followed with a whoop of joy...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 7 months ago 6,758 reads 22 comments

  15. Craziest On-Pitch Moments in World Football

    Football, bloody hell. It's a crazy game. Often the most dramatic sport in the world, fans have grown accustom to witnessing miraculous happenings on a weekly basis...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 7 months ago 52,384 reads 47 comments

  16. Chelsea 5-4 Manchester United: As It Happened

    Capital One Cup— Stamford Bridge, London Chelsea 5-4 Manchester United (AET) (Full Time) Scorers: Giggs (Manchester United), Luiz (pen) (Chelsea), Hernandez ...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 7 months ago 22,211 reads 133 comments

  17. Capital One Cup: Rating Arsenal's Youngsters in Dramatic 7-5 Win vs Reading

    Arsenal 's stunning 7-5 victory over Reading will take its place in the Capital One Cup history books. Arsene Wenger 's men overturned a 4-0 deficit to enjoy the spoils, ...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 7 months ago 5,784 reads 45 comments

  18. Arsene Wenger Tells England Not to Call Up Jack Wilshere

    Jack Wilshere 's recent return has got people excited. The 20-year-old played his first senior match in 16 months against QPR . He performed admirably and reminded the football world what an exceptional talent he is...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 7 months ago 2,903 reads 8 comments

  19. Mallorca vs. Real Madrid: 6 Things We Learned

    Real Madrid bounced back with a bang. The 5-0 bashing of Mallorca will aid Jose Mourinho's team in its quest to regain the La Liga title. Lionel Messi propelled Barcelona to the same scoreline this weekend...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 7 months ago 6,923 reads 27 comments

  20. Arsenal vs QPR: 6 Things We Learned

    Arsenal 's 1-0 win over Queens Park Rangers provided many talking points. The Gunners picked up a deserved three points , but it wasn't without luck. Mikel Arteta's offside winner leaves Mark Hughes and his team in a difficult situation...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 7 months ago 12,300 reads 92 comments

  21. Arsenal 1-0 QPR: As It Happened

    Premier League —The Emirates Stadium, London Arsenal 1-0 Queens Park Rangers , (Full Time) Scorers: Arteta (Arsenal) Yellow Cards: Granero (QPR), Giroud ...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 7 months ago 4,901 reads 51 comments

  22. Premier League: 5 Players with a Point to Prove in Week 9

    Premier League fans have a special weekend to enjoy. The Merseyside Derby and Manchester United 's trip Chelsea headline an intriguing round of fixtures. Many players have the chance to make a huge impact...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 7 months ago 1,016 reads 3 comments

  23. Manchester City: Roberto Mancini Adds to European Problems with Formation Howler

    Roberto Mancini warned his players. The Italian understood the threat of Ajax 's youngsters. In his pre -match interview, the suave boss suggested his side were in for a difficult game (via BBC Sport )...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 7 months ago 3,084 reads 43 comments

  24. Arsenal: Juventus Lead Chase for Signature of Theo Walcott

    Fresh reports are linking Theo Walcott with a move to Juventus . The Englishman has yet to sign a new contract at the Emirates...

    Nick Akerman Written by Nick Akerman about 7 months ago 2,975 reads 17 comments

  25. FIFA 13 Ultimate Team: Tips to Give You an Advantage

    FIFA 13 Ultimate Team addiction has set in across the globe. Thousands of players await the challenge of your best squad. Some people spend real cash to gain an advantage...

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