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Scout Report: Ozan Kabak is not just a stop gap – he could prove to be a stellar long-term signing for Liverpool

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The second deadline day defender that Liverpool are set to sign is Ozan Kabak, with Preston’s Ben Davies being the first. The Reds are reportedly set to pay Schalke a…

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Scout Report: Signing Ben Davies could prove to be a smart piece of business for Liverpool

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Preston North End’s Ben Davies (not to be confused with the man who had a defensive shocker against Brighton & Hove Albion) is set to join Liverpool on deadline day,…

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Failing to cope without Kane: Tottenham Hotspur’s disappointing defeat against Brighton – tactical analysis

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We warned you, José. In our first edition of Coping without Kane, we suggested that not using an out-and-out (Carlos Vinícius, heard of him?) striker would not work, and that…

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Tactical analysis: Thomas Tuchel’s first win as Chelsea’s manager

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After that possession-filled 0-0 draw against Wolverhampton Wanderers, Chelsea’s second match (and the first with proper preparation) under Thomas Tuchel saw them face notoriously successful bus-parkers Burnley, a side who…

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Tactical Analysis: How Newcastle United finally won a football match

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Newcastle United, who had failed to win any of their last 10 matches in all competitions, visited in-form Everton for the Premier League’s matchday 21 opener. The pressure was on…

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Coping without Kane: A few systems Tottenham Hotspur could use in the absence of their star striker

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It is that time of year again. We are in January, and Harry Kane has picked up another injury. This time, it doesn’t appear to be so bad – the…

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Tactical analysis: How the pieces came back together for Liverpool against Tottenham

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We only had one Premier League match on Thursday, but it was an absolute cracker as Tottenham took on Liverpool. Both sides were considered strong title contenders just a month…

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Haller to Havertz: Rating the last 10 Bundesliga-imported attackers in the Premier League

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The Bundesliga, Germany’s primary division, is known for possessing a wealth of world-class talent, particularly in way of attack as its average of 3.21 goals per match last season was…

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Frank Lampard’s messy tenure as Chelsea manager

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Frank Lampard and Chelsea were supposed to be a match remade in heaven, yet, just 570 days after the Blues were reunited with their all-time top scorer, he has been…

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Analysis: How Liverpool’s loss to Burnley epitomises all of their current problems

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Well would you look at that! Things were bad enough in 2020, but at least Liverpool’s home record remained untouched in the Premier League. Just 21 days into the 21st…

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Three years on – The trials and tribulations Manchester United have faced since they were last top of the league

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2020 was bad enough, but in 2021, we have yet more crises even though we have not even endured half a month, as Manchester United have somehow found a way…

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Tactical Analysis: The Different Philosophies on Display in Tottenham Hotspur vs Leeds United

Tottenham Hotspur vs Leeds United on matchday 17 of the Premier League was a much-anticipated fixture for a number of reasons. It was José Mourinho vs Marcelo Bielsa for the…

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Predicted Leeds United starting line-up vs Fulham

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Despite their opening day defeat, Leeds United earned plenty of plaudits. Marcelo Bielsa’s side lost 4-3 to Champions Liverpool, but Leeds showed they are not here just to make up…

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Everton fans react to Lucas Digne display vs Southampton

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Everton managed a 1-1 draw against Southampton at Goodison Park on Thursday. The Toffees have picked up two wins and two draws in their last five games since the re-start….

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Fans react as Danny Rose talks up Newcastle United move

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Danny Rose has stated his desire to stay at Newcastle United and has admitted that he is playing for his future. The 30-year-old is currently on loan at St James’…

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George Caulkin: Newcastle would-be owners are providing info to the Premier League

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The potential Newcastle United owners – Amanda Staveley’s consortium — comprising her company PCP Capital Partners (10 per cent), the billionaire Reuben brothers (10 per cent) and the 80 per cent…

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When will the Premier League and La Liga resume?

With death tolls rising all over the world due to the Coronavirus pandemic, football, or sports in general, is facing a major problem. Declaring a season null and void is…

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Report: Everton target Andrea Belotti has rejected West Ham move already

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According to reports from Tuttosport (h/t Sport Witness), Torino striker Andrea Belotti has rejected the offer from West Ham already. Earlier this month, Tutto Sport claimed that Everton are ‘ready to make…

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Southampton fans react as club release wage deferral statement

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Southampton have become the first Premier League club to announce that they have reached an agreement with the players over wage deferrals during the coronavirus crisis. Clubs like Tottenham Hotspur,…

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Report reveals why Daniel Levy decided to place Tottenham recruitment team on furlough

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After Liverpool making a U-turn on their decision to furlough a section of their non-playing staff, all eyes are now on Tottenham Hotspur who became the second Premier League club after…

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Tottenham and Everton target Patrik Schick admits Premier League dream

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Patrik Schick has claimed that he turned down a move to Everton and Crystal Palace last summer. However, he still dreams of a move to the Premier League. The 24-year-old…

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Andre Gomes posts message on Twitter after Everton defeat vs Chelsea

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Everton produced arguably their worst performance of the season as they suffered an embarrassing 4-0 defeat against Chelsea in the Premier League on Sunday. After the match, Everton midfielder Andre…

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Report: Hull City want Newcastle and Aston Villa to pay £20m for Jarrod Bowen

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According to reports from The Northern Echo, Hull City will not sell their star player Jarrod Bowen in January for anything less than £20 million. Newcastle United and Aston Villa have…

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Sheffield United 1-0 West Ham

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Sheffield United moved to fifth in the Premier League table after beating West Ham 1-0 on Friday at Bramall Lane. Oliver McBurnie capitalised on a defensive error to score the only…

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Club president: Liverpool have submitted bid for Ugurcan Cakir

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Liverpool have arguably one of the best goalkeepers in Europe at the moment in Alisson, while back-up keeper Adrian, who joined from West Ham United on a free transfer during…

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Liverpool fans react to Emiliano Buendia transfer link

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Liverpool are unlikely to delve into the transfer market in January having already signed Takumi Minamino on a bargain deal from RB Salzburg. Minamino is an archetypal Klopp signing. The…

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Predicted Tottenham Hotspur starting line-up vs Southampton

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Tottenham Hotspur will head into the New Year’s day with a trip to Southampton, looking to shrug off the disappointment they faced at Carrow Road on Saturday. Spurs managed a…

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