1. Rafael Benitez: Could Liverpool Legend Make Move to Everton from Chelsea?

    Here's a thought: You have achieved legendary status at one club after guiding them to an incredible Champions League success, but you have not worked in full-time management since December 2010...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 18 hours ago 3,143 reads 5 comments

  2. Jose Mourinho Has Point to Prove at Chelsea After 'Worst Year' with Real Madrid

    There will be few silver linings for Real Madrid and Jose Mourinho after the 2-1 extra-time defeat to Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey final on Friday night...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 21 hours ago 8,374 reads 110 comments

  3. World Football Gossip Roundup: Roberto Mancini, Arsenal, Napoli and a Pig's Head

    Roberto Mancini has used an unusual outlet to voice his gratitude to the Manchester City supporters following his sacking as manager this week...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 23 hours ago 27,871 reads 28 comments

  4. Everton Managerial Vacancy Is Not for Goodison Park Legend Duncan Ferguson Yet

    Everton chairman Bill Kenwright and his board of directors will be scouring the football world for a new manager after the final Premier League game of the season at Chelsea on Sunday...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 4 days ago 2,492 reads 2 comments

  5. Premier League: Will Potential Arsenal vs. Chelsea Playoff Signal a 39th Game?

    Do you remember that (frankly ludicrous) idea the Premier League came up with in 2008 surrounding a 39th game? The notion behind the extended season was to expand the name of ...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 4 days ago 3,949 reads 7 comments

  6. Rio Ferdinand's England Retirement Is Disappointing End for Man Utd Defender

    Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has confirmed his retirement from international football on the official club website , but the announcement comes as little surprise after his controversial withdrawal from the squad earlier this year...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 4 days ago 550 reads 5 comments

  7. Roberto Mancini's Legacy Lives on as Man City Manager and Sampdoria, Lazio Great

    Roberto Mancini might have parted company with Manchester City as manager but he will leave the supporters with a plethora of good memories...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 5 days ago 681 reads 2 comments

  8. Jupp Heynckes' Bayern Munich Exit Must Not Be Wasted by European Clubs

    Jupp Heynckes' retirement from football at the end of the current Bundesliga season has never been questioned and the confirmation of his departure from the game comes as little surprise ( BBC Sport )...

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  9. Neymar to Join Bayern Munich Claims Former Santos Vice-President

    Neymar will join Bayern Munich this summer, according to former Santos vice-president Vicente Cascione ( Goal.com ). The Brazil international had been widely tipped to link up with Lionel Messi at Barcelona for next season...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 5 days ago 2,465 reads 6 comments

  10. Mourinho-to-Chelsea Rumours Escalate After Madrid's Failed Ancelotti Approach

    You cannot help but feel some sympathy for Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez . Just 48 hours before leading the Blues into the Europa League final against Benfica , further ...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 6 days ago 12,656 reads 21 comments

  11. Everton: Time Is Right for Roberto Martinez to Make Step Up and Replace Moyes

    Cardiff City manager Malky Mackay shuffled awkwardly in his seat as he was asked by host Gary Lineker about succeeding David Moyes at Everton on Match of the Day on Sunday night...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 6 days ago 1,216 reads 6 comments

  12. Sir Alex Ferguson Farewell Speech Underlines Man Utd Support for David Moyes

    Sir Alex Ferguson's farewell speech to Manchester United supporters at Old Trafford was always going to be a special and emotive moment...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 6 days ago 1,470 reads 1 comments

  13. Wigan Follow Wimbledon and Sunderland in Stunning FA Cup Win over Man City

    Ben Watson for Wigan Athletic in 2013. Lawrie Sanchez for Wimbledon in 1988. Twenty-five years separate the two goals, but the comparisons are undeniable...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 8 days ago 3,858 reads 12 comments

  14. World Football Gossip: Manchester City, Radamel Falcao, Schalke, AC Milan

    Manchester City have been strongly linked with a leading European coach to replace Roberto Mancini this summer, despite the club reaching the FA Cup final and finishing second in the Premier League ...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 8 days ago 23,152 reads 18 comments

  15. Man Utd: David Moyes on Verge of Replacing Sir Alex as Wayne Rooney Leaves?

    Manchester United are set for another tumultuous day 24 hours after Sir Alex Ferguson announced his retirement at the end of the current Premier League season ( BBC Sport )...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 10 days ago 3,008 reads 11 comments

  16. Sir Alex Ferguson Reveals Respect for Man Utd and Ron Atkinson in 1st Interview

    Sir Alex Ferguson has announced his decision to retire from his role as Manchester United manager at the end of the current Premier League season, 26 years after taking charge of the club...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 11 days ago 884 reads 0 comments

  17. Premier League: Watford, Palace, Brighton, Leicester in £120m Playoff Chase

    The Championship season has closed, but the race for the Premier League is still very much on with the playoffs beginning this week...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 11 days ago 6,977 reads 7 comments

  18. Sir Alex Ferguson Confirms Manchester United Retirement

    Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has confirmed his retirement at the end of the current Premier League campaign...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 11 days ago 33,026 reads 209 comments

  19. Everton: Phil Jagielka to Follow Legendary Captains Ratcliffe, Labone & Watson

    The No. 9 shirt at Everton has always had dream-like connotations, with players such as William Ralph Dean, Bob Latchford , Graeme Sharp and, most recently, Duncan Ferguson proudly displaying the jersey...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 12 days ago 693 reads 2 comments

  20. Leonardo Unlikely to Cost PSG, Beckham, Ibrahimovic Ligue 1 Title with Ref Barge

    Paris Saint-Germain were unable to seal the Ligue 1 title with their 1-1 draw with Valenciennes at the weekend, but events off the field have overshadowed the game...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 12 days ago 1,513 reads 1 comments

  21. Manchester United: Bookies Slash Odds on David Moyes Becoming Ferguson Assistant

    Sometimes it only takes a bookmakers' odds to start a sweeping rumour across football, but no turf accountant slashes their offers without hearing something on the grapevine...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 13 days ago 11,280 reads 13 comments

  22. Chelsea: Is Dream of Jose Mourinho Masking What Rafael Benitez Is Achieving?

    The question in this headline will, no doubt, be dismissed by Chelsea supporters who have barracked Rafael Benitez throughout his short-term tenure at Stamford Bridge...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 13 days ago 3,639 reads 24 comments

  23. Argentina: Boca Juniors and River Plate Rivalry Still Intense and Fierce as Ever

    Boca Juniors and River Plate might not be the fearsome forces in Argentinian football they once were, but the passion and intensity of the superclasico remains as fierce as it always was...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 13 days ago 318 reads 0 comments

  24. Juventus: Coach Antonio Conte Bathed in Success of Winning Serie A Title Again

    Juventus claimed their 29th Serie A championship with a 1-0 win over Palermo on Sunday, but it wasn't just midfielder Paul Pogba who was given an early bath...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 14 days ago 1,507 reads 9 comments

  25. Liverpool and Everton Share Premier League Season Spoils, but Referees Rob Both

    Liverpool and Everton shared the points in the 220th Merseyside derby in a 0-0 draw at Anfield. The result leaves the Blues five points clear of their city rivals in the ...

    Ian Rodgers Written by Ian Rodgers about 14 days ago 4,153 reads 13 comments