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Racial Abuse of Sunderland Striker Darren Bent's Mum Is Tip of the Iceberg

Darren Bent’s escapades on Twitter have drawn interest from the media in recent times. The English striker was back in the papers for his online comments following Sunderland’s defeat at Wigan Athletic...

Written by Owen Watson about 4 days ago 105 reads 6 comments
Chelsea's 3-0 Victory Over Arsenal Doesn't Prove Anything

Chelsea extended their lead over Manchester United at the summit of the Premier League with a 3-0 win against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium this afternoon. Glancing at the scoreline and you might think the Blues dominated the game...

Written by Owen Watson about 6 days ago 396 reads 51 comments
Sunderland on Course for Premier League Success Under Steve Bruce

The euphoria of last weekend’s victory against Arsenal has yet to dwindle on Wearside. Sunderland’s win caps an impressive start to the season. The Black Cats currently lie in eighth position in the table, level on points with Liverpool...

Written by Owen Watson about 8 days ago 60 reads 5 comments
Ireland's Giovanni Trapattoni May Regret Omitting Sunderland's Andy Reid

Ireland face France this evening in an attempt to secure a place in the World Cup. They travel to the Stade de France, knowing that a victory is required to keep their hopes alive. At the time of writing they lead the game 1-0 after a goal by Robbie Keane

Written by Owen Watson about 17 days ago 177 reads 5 comments
Robin Van Persie International Duty Injury Signals Disaster For Arsenal

In-form Arsenal striker Robin van Persie was stretched off just 15 minutes into Holland’s international friendly with Italy last night after a challenge by Juventus defender Giorgio Chiellini...

Written by Owen Watson about 20 days ago 646 reads 51 comments
Brazil 1-0 England: Nilmar Tames Toothless Three Lions

Brazil triumphed over England in the Khalifa International Stadium in Doha thanks to a header from Nilmar at the start of the second half...

Written by Owen Watson about 21 days ago 114 reads 14 comments
Can Darren Bent Convince Fabio Capello of His England Worth?

Sunderland forward Darren Bent is set to make his first start for the Three Lions under Fabio Capello, as England take on Brazil in a prestige friendly in Qatar this afternoon...

Written by Owen Watson about 21 days ago 90 reads 21 comments
Should Niall Quinn Back Sunderland Supporters in Police Brutality Row?

The Football Supporters Federation have launched an online petition in response to Sunderland chairman Niall Quinn’s decision to ban a small number of Black Cats supporters involved in an incident at Newcastle Central Train Station on Aug...

Written by Owen Watson about 23 days ago 87 reads 9 comments
Chelsea 1-0 Manchester United: John Terry Header Wins It for Blues

A tight game at Stamford Bridge was decided by a John Terry goal in the second half as Chelsea defeated Manchester United ...

Written by Owen Watson about 27 days ago 220 reads 27 comments
Ab-Who Diaby? Alex Song Magnificent as Arsenal Brush Aside Wolves

In recent weeks there has been much talk about the emergence of Abou Diaby in the centre of Arsenal’s midfield. People have argued the Frenchman’s power and supposed strength in tackling have added steel to the Gunners' attacking flair...

Written by Owen Watson about 28 days ago 1,217 reads 28 comments
Will Sunderland's Darren Bent Come Back To Bite Tottenham Hotspur

Darren Bent returns to White Hart Lane today following his transfer to the North East this summer. The Black Cat will be crossing Harry Redknapp’s path for the first time since his departure, ...

Written by Owen Watson about 28 days ago 42 reads 2 comments
Arsene Wenger Pleased 'Intelligent' Arsenal Secured Birmingham City Win

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger was satisfied with his side's performance this afternoon against Birmingham City , especially with their response to the Blues goal. "Overall we had plenty of chances, we were very comfortable," Wenger told Sky Sports ...

Written by Owen Watson about about 1 month ago 218 reads 1 comments
Arsenal 3-1 Birmingham City: Andrey Arshavin Seals Alex McLeish's Blues

Andrey Arshavin scored a late goal to ensure Arsenal defeated Birmingham City at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal's dominance in the first half was rewarded with two goals from Robin Van Persie and Abou Diaby ...

Written by Owen Watson about about 1 month ago 191 reads 0 comments
Chelsea 2-0 Liverpool: Florent Malouda Sends Blues Top of the Table

Nicolas Anelka and Florent Malouda scored as Chelsea defeated Liverpool this afternoon at Stamford Bridge.The first half saw both sides begin cautiously with limited chances at both ends...

Written by Owen Watson about 2 months ago 56 reads 0 comments
Hat-Trick Hero Fernando Torres Happy to See Ryan Babel Score Double

Liverpool striker Fernando Torres scored a hat-trick against Hull City in the Reds' 6-1 victory this afternoon and said he was delighted to score for his side...

Written by Owen Watson about 2 months ago 245 reads 6 comments
Liverpool 6-1 Hull City: Fernando Torres Triple Thrashes Tigers

Liverpool grabbed three more Premier League points after embarrassing Hull City at Anfield this afternoon.Fernando Torres was magnificent, scoring twice in the first half before completing his hat-trick early in the second half...

Written by Owen Watson about 2 months ago 154 reads 1 comments
Liverpool Manager Rafael Benitez Delighted wIth Fernando Torres Brace

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has praised star striker Fernando Torres after his match-winning performance against West Ham United...

Written by Owen Watson about 2 months ago 78 reads 0 comments
Arsene Wenger Glad Arsenal Secured Important Wigan Athletic Win

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is pleased his side secured a vital win against Wigan Athletic and got the Gunners' Premier League ambitions back on track...

Written by Owen Watson about 2 months ago 135 reads 8 comments
West Ham United 2-3 Liverpool: Fernando Torres Wins Five-Goal Thriller

West Ham United 2-3 LiverpoolPremier League fixtures/results West Ham United and Liverpool produced an outstanding spectacle at Upton Park that was decided by a Fernando Torres header in the second half...

Written by Owen Watson about 2 months ago 200 reads 0 comments
Sotirios Kyrgiakos: Liverpool Can Win The Premier League Title

Liverpool's latest signing, Sotirios Kyrgiakos, believes his new side are more than capable of winning the Premier League. The Greek defender believes his experience will help Liverpool to reach this goal...

Written by Owen Watson about 3 months ago 160 reads 6 comments
Ivan Gazidis: Arsenal Await UEFA Decision On Eduardo Da Silva's "Dive"

Arsenal chief executive Ivan Gazidis has said the club are anxious to find out if UEFA plan to take disciplinary action against forward Eduardo...

Written by Owen Watson about 3 months ago 142 reads 12 comments
Chelsea Owner Roman Abramovich Backs UEFA Spending Cap Plan

Chelsea's billionaire owner Roman Abramovich is backing plans that prevent clubs spending excessively on transfers, according to UEFA president Michel Platini...

Written by Owen Watson about 3 months ago 139 reads 14 comments
Eduardo Da Silva's Dive Deserves a Ban? Celtic Need To Get Real

The way some sections of the Celtic support have responded to the Eduardo “dive” in the Champions League qualifier is laughable...

Written by Owen Watson about 3 months ago 686 reads 19 comments
Chief Executive Peter Storrie: Portsmouth Are Alive And Kicking

Portsmouth chief executive Peter Storrie has insisted that the club will avoid relegation while restructuring to become a more stable business...

Written by Owen Watson about 3 months ago 49 reads 1 comments
Chairman Khaldoon: Manchester City Have A Carefully Thought-Out Strategy

Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has discussed the club's strategy and responded to some criticisms levied at the Citizens. "Value for money is a very subjective statement," he told the Manchester Evening News...

Written by Owen Watson about 3 months ago 102 reads 12 comments

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Owen Watson Article Archive

Racial Abuse of Sunderland Striker Darren Bent's Mum Is Tip of the Iceberg

Chelsea's 3-0 Victory Over Arsenal Doesn't Prove Anything

Sunderland on Course for Premier League Success Under Steve Bruce

Ireland's Giovanni Trapattoni May Regret Omitting Sunderland's Andy Reid

Robin Van Persie International Duty Injury Signals Disaster For Arsenal

Brazil 1-0 England: Nilmar Tames Toothless Three Lions

Can Darren Bent Convince Fabio Capello of His England Worth?

Should Niall Quinn Back Sunderland Supporters in Police Brutality Row?

Chelsea 1-0 Manchester United: John Terry Header Wins It for Blues

Ab-Who Diaby? Alex Song Magnificent as Arsenal Brush Aside Wolves

Will Sunderland's Darren Bent Come Back To Bite Tottenham Hotspur

Arsene Wenger Pleased 'Intelligent' Arsenal Secured Birmingham City Win

Arsenal 3-1 Birmingham City: Andrey Arshavin Seals Alex McLeish's Blues

Chelsea 2-0 Liverpool: Florent Malouda Sends Blues Top of the Table

Hat-Trick Hero Fernando Torres Happy to See Ryan Babel Score Double

Liverpool 6-1 Hull City: Fernando Torres Triple Thrashes Tigers

Liverpool Manager Rafael Benitez Delighted wIth Fernando Torres Brace

Arsene Wenger Glad Arsenal Secured Important Wigan Athletic Win

West Ham United 2-3 Liverpool: Fernando Torres Wins Five-Goal Thriller

Sotirios Kyrgiakos: Liverpool Can Win The Premier League Title

Ivan Gazidis: Arsenal Await UEFA Decision On Eduardo Da Silva's "Dive"

Chelsea Owner Roman Abramovich Backs UEFA Spending Cap Plan

Eduardo Da Silva's Dive Deserves a Ban? Celtic Need To Get Real

Chief Executive Peter Storrie: Portsmouth Are Alive And Kicking

Chairman Khaldoon: Manchester City Have A Carefully Thought-Out Strategy

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