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Europa League victory would give Manchester United something to build on next season

Manchester United have booked their place in the Europa League final after a gruelling 1-1 draw with Celta Vigo at Old Trafford.  Thanks to the ...

Costa's probable departure makes this summer the perfect time for Chelsea to move in a different direction

For the longest time, Diego Costa has been assumed fundamental to Chelsea’s attacking life. Costa has the brawn and bulk to play as an isolated ...

Why Tottenham should sign Wilfried Zaha this summer

“On his day he’s a nightmare to play against” is a phrase often used to describe talented yet inconsistent players, most of whom ply...

Why Jan Oblak would be a perfect signing for Manchester United

Ever since Diego Simeone took charge of Atlético Madrid in December 2011, the Argentinian has worked to instil a level of defensive organisatio...

Why bouncing straight back will not be easy for Sunderland

It is a relegation that has been half a decade in the making. Sunderland have flirted with demotion to the Championship for several seasons now, with...

How Philippe Coutinho proved me wrong and became a key man for Liverpool and Brazil

There are the likes of Lionel Messi, Alexis Sanchez and Neymar – those I have been lucky enough to watch bloom into global stars, knowing from t...

Victor Wanyama: Tottenham's Player of the Year?

On Wednesday, Tottenham supporters were invited to vote for their player of the season and, given the shared nature of their success, that will be a t...

Why home draws and January business could cost Manchester United a place in the top four

Jose Mourinho faced plenty of criticism for the way he set his Manchester United side up for their 0-0 draw with Manchester City last week.

Why Manchester United should not underestimate Europa League dark horses Celta Vigo

Celta Vigo have had a forgettable La Liga campaign. Sat firmly in the zone of mid-table mediocrity after a disastrous start to the season, it was not ...

El Tigre roars again: How Radamel Falcao fought his way back to the top

There is something heart-warming about the resurgence of a great striker. Forwards thrive on confidence. It is their lifeblood, the essential ingredie...

Third wheel? Why Mario Mandzukic is actually the engine that powers Juventus' attack

Cruising towards a sixth straight Serie A title and arguably the strongest side remaining in the Champions League at the semi-final stage, Massimilian...

“We knew we were in the presence of something special” – Tim Vickery on seeing Messi before most

There are many benefits to covering South American football; its importance in society and sense of its own history, for example. But looking ahead, t...