Spain’s Copa Del Rey Embarrasses Real Madrid and Barcelona
The big clubs in Spain have long defended the seeded, two-legged format in the Copa del Rey which means that even if they do lose to a second-level team in…
Red Card: Afterthoughts on Manchester United’s “Rape Party”
Before Christmas, the media here in England was whipping itself up into a froth over what has become known as Manchester United’s “Rape Party” – a private-ish holiday bash for…
Looking at English football fan arrests from the 2006/2007 season
In a recent article, I discussed the incident involving Manchester United and Roma fans that resulted in four United fans being jailed for assault and resisting arrest, and whether or…
L’Équipe’s All-Star Best XI of 2007
It’s the end of the year. A popular time for various press publications to make “Best Of 2007”-type rankings. The Times (UK) did the Best 100 movies of 2007, the…
Top 20 Young Footballers for 2008
Also See: Top 20 Young Footballers to Watch in 2009. Few years, like 2007, can claim to have served as the launching platform for many of the talented youngsters football…
Football Quotes of the Year – 2007
Here are some notable quotes made during the past year. Each was stated by the named individual; however, my responses were created, and are not meant to represent the views…
The ‘Special One’ is Back: “I’m on Setanta Sports”
For those who, during these times of holiday cheer, are hoping for the quick return of their favorite Portuguese manager (hidden perhaps, in the gift bag of Santa Claus… not…
Arsenal v Tottenham – 07/08 Carling Cup Semifinal Preview
This article refers to an older Arsenal-Tottenham game. For the most recent Arsenal-Tottenham game, click here. If you think you’ve seen it before, indeed you have. For the second year…
Inter Milan Beat AC Milan, and Claim Their Second ‘Derby della Madonnina’ of 2007
Note: This article was originally published on the mCalcio blog. “Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells, Inter all the way“… As the AC Milan boat sinks yet again, the Inter frigate sails…
Inter Milan vs. AC Milan – A Preview of the ‘Derby della Madonnina’
El Clásico? Cosa diavolo è sto ‘El Clásico’? Or in other words, “What on Earth is this ‘El Clásico’ you speak of?” That’s the question being posed in Italy this weekend and there’s a valid…
Barcelona vs. Real Madrid: El Clasico Is Almost, Almost Upon Us
Follow the latest news and updates on El Clasico. Most call it El Clasico, some El Derbi and a few others El Grande Derbi. Call it by whatever name you…
UEFA Champions League Playoffs Draw LIVEBLOG
This article refers to an earlier version of the Champions League draw. Go to the latest Champions League draw article. The draw for the 1st knockout round (Round of 16)…
From Reality-TV to Chelsea FC, the Fairy Tale of Gideon Baah Continues
Earning the respect of Michael Essien (which may well be a fellow Ghanaian, but is also a player of international level and member of one of the top 10 European…
2007/2008 Champions League 2nd Round Draw: Preview
The 08/09 Champions League Second Round Draw is here. Now that the group stage of the UEFA Champions League is complete, it’s time to look ahead to the draw for…
It’s Time for English Football to Make a Break for Winter
It is Christmas time and the goose is getting fat as they say! It is also that time of year when the English football season goes into overdrive. Our four…
