Charlie Rhodes
Sports Editor
Transfer Rumors (10 May 09) – Liverpool to sign Eredivisie star Pranjic, Celtic target Newcastle’s Owen, Barcelona star Xavi staying put, and more
Another day, another several notable names linked with moves as the start of the summer transfer window edges closer by the day. Which rumors are worth buying, and which would…
Are Chelsea Fans Just Bitter?
Chelsea are not popular in Europe there is little respect of a team that the snobbish upper echelons of football in both England and Europe do not believe deserves to…
Soccerlens Podcast – The French Kiss, The Italian Job and the best (and worst) of Spain and England
On the tenth episode of the Soccerlens Podcast, Stephen Darwin is joined by Radio Five Live’s Andy Brassell and also Football FanCast’s David Schiavone to talk about Italian football, Ligue 1 and…
Blades blunt North End’s ambitions at Deepdale
Like Marmite, the Football League Play-Offs have always divided public opinion. There are those who revel in the unmatched drama and tension that the three-game, post-season soirée, whilst its detractors…
Transfer Rumors (08 May 09): Manchester City not interested in Real’s Raul, Bayern’s Ribery prefers Real over Manchester United, Carew wants Norway teammate Hangeland at Villa, and more
In today’s transfer news and rumors roundup, we’ve got rumors from England, Spain, Italy, and France to grab your attention. Some big names could be on the move, and a…
Transfer Rumors (07 May 09): Arsenal interested in Tottenham defender, Everton and Tottenham after Lyon’s Kallstrom, Juventus striker Trezeguet attracts English interest and more
After a pretty active start to the week, the transfer news and rumors have subsided quite a bit over the last couple of days. However, we’ve got a solid compilation…
Webb and Ovrebo add more fuel to the ref fire
Graham Poll was quick to speak about Howard Webb’s decision to award a penalty to Manchester United when the club was 2-0 down against Tottenham Hotspur. Of course Manchester United…
Is Ibrahimovic the Man for Real Madrid?
If you believe the Spanish press or Roysten Drenthe (I know, that’s foolish at the best of times, but humor me), then Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s rumored move from Internazionale to Real…
Il Grande Torino: The Superga Tragedy 60 Years On
May 4th 2009 witnessed the 60th anniversary of the Superga air disaster. It is a day remembered throughout Italy, with a sense of tragedy and mysticism, but ultimately fondness. Il…
Chelsea vs Barcelona: The Best Argument for Video Replay This Side of Vicarage Road
This article refers to a previous game. Get the latest Chelsea v Barcelona news here. “Football defeated anti-football,” raved the Catalan press on Wednesday night. “Pain and recrimination,” cried the…
Chelsea 1-1 Barcelona – Live Blog – UEFA Champions League – 6 May 2009
This article refers to a previous game. Get the latest Chelsea v Barcelona news here. Chelsea (Essien 9′) 1-1 Barcelona (Iniesta 90′ + 3) (Barcelona win 1-1 on Aggregate on…
Barton Should Learn From Fletcher Example
The past few days have seen the headlines, perhaps not dominated, but certainly bothered by two tackles. Both resulted in straight reds, both came when the game was already dead and buried,…
Arsenal 1-3 Manchester United – Live Blog – UEFA Champions League – 5 May 2009
Get the latest Manchester United vs Arsenal news. Arsenal 1-3 Manchester United – Manchester United win 4-1 on aggregate Stadium: Emirates Stadium, England Competition: UEFA Champions League, Semifinals, Leg #2…
Transfer Rumors (05 May 09): Real promised Prem stars, Manchester United want Ribery, Tottenham want Chamakh and more
There are a lot of big names in today’s transfer news and rumors, so keep on reading for tidbits from England, Spain, and Italy.
Joey Barton – How do you defend the indefensible?
This must be a first. A story comes out of Newcastle United that ISN’T a shock. Joey Barton suspended by the club “until further notice”, in addition to his three…