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The power and perils of invisibility in the English Premier League
INVISIBLE is an adjective that describes something unseen with the naked eye. In a game, the invisible player is the one always overlooked or ignored. Invisibility in a game, meanwhile, describes a player who is physically present but concealed.
Some overreactions after an exciting opening week, football is back!
IT’S that time of the year again, where 22 men chasing one ball on a weekly basis dictate the emotional wellbeing of fans. Yes, the Premier League is back, and if you’re a fan, you’ve already marked the date on your calendar.
Can Guardiola’s trust in youth produce another Class of ‘92?
IF you grew up in the 90s and at the start of the Premier League transformation, you would remember the famous Class of ‘92.
Summer lovin’, transfer frenzy and pre-season preparations
TECHNICALLY, we are three weeks away from the start of the Premier League. It’s that time of the year when two topics dominate the summer – transfers and pre-season.
A new approach to VAR – making managers accountable in football
IN CASE you missed it, Premier League clubs have voted 19-1 in favour of keeping video assistant referees (VAR) for the upcoming season.
Germany and Spain deliver a final-worthy thriller in quarter-finals
THE semi-finals cast is complete.
Time for some drama in Germany
ROUND of 16 is underway, and the best part of the tournament has started! Nothing beats the playoffs in football; it is the best part of any football tournament, whether it is the World Cup or the UEFA Champions League.
Rising young stars and dark horses keep one awake
THIS edition’s European Championships is turning out to be a tournament for the youth. Many expected the established stars to shine, but so far, the youth are taking centrestage in Germany.
Getting a kick out of a balancing act for success in Euro 2024
INTERNATIONAL football is all about balance!
Euro 2024 closes in on England’s redemption and Italy’s defence
WE ARE three days away from Euro 2024 in Germany. Just when you thought you were going through withdrawal syndrome from the lack of football, the international tournament for European countries comes running in to give you the fix.
Real’s unstoppable dynasty – the mastery of Carlo ‘The Don’ Ancelotti
AND now, the end is near, and so I face the final curtain ...
Ten Hag’s tactical triumph – a Solskjaer-style victory in FA Cup final
CONGRATULATIONS to Manchester United for defying the odds by beating Manchester City to win the FA Cup.