Articles By Charlie Rhodes (38036)

FC Hollywood: Lights, Camera, Action!

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 12 2009

Bayern Munich lived up to their nickname FC Hollywood after they qualified for the last 16 of this season’s Champions League in truly dramatic fashion. They never seem to do…

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A Beginner’s Guide to Football Manager

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jan 8 2022

Don’t fret if you’re beginning to realise that you’re the Tony Adams of Football Manager. Although unlike old Donkey, you can drastically improve your management skills as, after all, FM is…

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Football Manager Player Training Guide

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 16 2011

Training’s a bit like marmite really. Some players absolutely despise the hard work that has to go into it (and especially pre-season!), while others see it as the perfect opportunity…

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Jens Lehmann takes a break, pisses off club

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 10 2009

Double trouble for Jens Lehmann – the Stuttgart keeper he jumped behind advertising boards, went down on one knee and wizzed while keeping a keen eye on the ensuing action…

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Podcast: Arsenal Christmas Parties and Manchester United chat with Rob Smyth

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 11 2009

Join Adrian Clarke and Iain Spragg for some festive fun on episode 32 of the world famous Soccerlens Podcast. As well as talking Christmas parties, James Beattie and CSKA’s drug…

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Didier Drogba – the Beast

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 10 2009

An excellent video compilation for Chelsea and Ivory Coast striker Didier Drogba, made by the talented CFC8Scott – you can see more of his videos here.

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Jermaine Defoe – the Goalmachine

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 10 2009

An excellent video compilation for Tottenham and England striker Jermaine Defoe, made by the talented CFC8Scott – you can see more of his videos here.

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Football Manager Tactics Guide

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 16 2011

Getting your tactics exactly right on FM is absolutely paramount, that’s for sure. I don’t think there’s ever been a game in the sports simulation genre that has required so…

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Premier League report – how’s your team doing?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 10 2009

Even before a ball was kicked on the 15th August, fans of the 20 English clubs were anticipating one of the most intriguing premier league seasons to date. And here…

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Extra Nation at the World Cup? Here’s a better solution

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 10 2009

FIFA’s recent discussions regarding Ireland led me to think about the possibilities of an extra side at the tournament, and what would perhaps be more exciting than including a side who…

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Olympiacos v Arsenal Preview

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jan 10 2022

Guaranteed top spot in the group and with a squad crippled by injuries, Arsenal have flown out a very inexperienced side to Athens for their final group game with a number of their starting lineup rested for the big weekend game against Liverpool.

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Olympiacos v Arsenal – best betting tips

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 9 2009

Olympiacos v Arsenal – Free £20 Bet. Top spot is secured which means Arsene Wenger has the opportunity to rest some first teamers in this final Champions League match of…

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If Capello wants Defoe as super-sub, why not use Owen?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 9 2009

Michael Owen once again demonstrated class is permanent in his clinical performance away at Wolfsburg. Three well taken goals will have no doubt helped stake his claim for a regular…

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The Case for United’s Defence

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 8 2009

Watch Manchester United’s inexperienced side take on Wolfsburg LIVE on Soccerlens tonight. Following their crushing defeat of West ham on Saturday, Manchester United’s defensive injury crisis turned from troublesome into…

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World Cup Preview – what will happen at South Africa 2010?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 17 2021

Podcast regulars Adrian Clarke and Iain Spragg present a World Cup special, excitedly plotting the thrills and spills we’ve all got to look forward to next summer. Can Capello’s England…

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