Articles By Michael Black (1956)

Europa League 2020/21: UEL Round of 16 Results & Highlights

Author image Michael Black  •  Mar 18 2021

The Europa League takes centre stage this evening with the round of 16 first leg ties featuring some exciting fixtures. We’ll update this story with reports, results and the latest…

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Europa League Round of 16 Fixtures 2020/21: Preview, TV Schedule & Live Stream

Author image Michael Black  •  Mar 11 2021

The Europa League returns with the round of 16 first leg ties scheduled to be played on Thursday. Manchester United are involved in the standout tie of the round as…

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Jorginho tipped to be reunited with Maurizio Sarri at Napoli

Author image Michael Black  •  Mar 10 2021

Chelsea midfielder Jorginho has been linked with a return to Napoli this summer. The Italy international joined the Blues from the Serie A club on a five-year deal in 2018….

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The 10 Craziest, Most Violent Sports Around The World

Author image Michael Black  •  Nov 22 2021

Everyone is familiar with traditional sports such as football, basketball and tennis, with each of them boasting huge worldwide fanbases. However, if they leave you feeling a little underwhelmed, there…

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Champions League 2020/21 Round of 16: Fixtures, TV Schedule, Live Stream & Preview

Author image Michael Black  •  Mar 9 2021

The Champions League takes centre stage over the next two weeks as the eight second-leg ties in the round of 16 are played across Europe. The action gets underway on…

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Haaland tipped to push for move if Dortmund miss out on Champions League

Author image Michael Black  •  Mar 8 2021

European football expert Lars Sivertsen believes that Erling Braut Haaland will push for a summer move if Borussia Dortmund fail to qualify for the Champions League. Dortmund’s 4-2 defeat against…

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Thierry Henry would love to return to Arsenal as manager

Author image Michael Black  •  Mar 8 2021

Thierry Henry’s declaration that he would love to manage Arsenal one day sparked plenty of amusement across the Sportslens team. In an interview with FourFourTwo, the former Gunners star admitted…

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Three Things: Call up Shaw, brainless Arsenal, Tottenham star shines

Author image Michael Black  •  Mar 7 2021

Another week has flown by and it is Monday again, which means it’s time to roll out our latest ‘Three Things’ column. The latest round of matches in the Premier…

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Nigel Winterburn unsure whether Arsenal should sign Tariq Lamptey

Author image Michael Black  •  Jul 2 2021

Nigel Winterburn has questioned whether Arsenal should sign Brighton & Hove Albion defender Tariq Lamptey this summer. The 20-year-old has been strongly linked with the Gunners as they strive to…

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Ex-Tottenham star hits out at Arsenal playmaker over his lack of desire

Author image Michael Black  •  Mar 7 2021

Former Tottenham Hotspur star Gary Stevens has claimed that Martin Odegaard lacks the desire to become a truly top-class player. Odegaard signed for Arsenal on loan from Real Madrid in…

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Haaland may have to alter Chelsea stance after Dortmund defeat

Author image Michael Black  •  Mar 7 2021

Erling Braut Haaland. At 5.39 pm on Saturday, his transfer value was at an all-time high. Two goals for Borussia Dortmund at Bayern Munich showcased his quality in front of…

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Gerrard has done well at Rangers, but let’s rein in the hyperbole

Author image Michael Black  •  Mar 6 2021

Hyperbole – saying or writing things that make something sound much more impressive than it really is. Selected elements of the British media have long been guilty of this, particularly…

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Premier League 2020/21 Week 27: EPL Results & Table

Author image Michael Black  •  Mar 8 2021

The 27th round of fixtures in the Premier League features some intriguing match-ups at both ends of the EPL table. We’ll update this story with reports, results, highlights and the…

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Top Four Twists: Can Chelsea finish above Manchester United?

Author image Michael Black  •  Mar 6 2021

It doesn’t seem too long ago that Manchester United were being mentioned as potential winners of the Premier League title this season. A combination of Manchester City’s imperious form and…

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Premier League Twists: Will Liverpool finish above Arsenal?

Author image Michael Black  •  Mar 6 2021

Liverpool have been the gift that has kept giving in the Premier League this season, providing rival fans with an endless source of amusement. The Reds deservedly ran away with…

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