Michael Carrick is one of Manchester United’s most important yet underrated players, with the natural ability to control the midfield, defend and to push the team forward. He has been performing the above skills at a consistently high level for over 10 years with The Red Devil’s, and has been rewarded with a testimonial in… Continue reading Hard To Believe He’s Not Scholes It’s Carrick…
Author: Matt
Matt is the owner and chief-editor of the Footy Blog, one of the UK's leading football news blogs.
Massimiliano Allegri Should Be the Leading Front Runner to Replace Arsene Wenger at Arsenal.
After a turbulent few weeks in the Arsenal camp – stemming from the humiliating 5-1 defeat at the hands of Bayern Munich, speculation has increased regarding the future of Arsene Wenger. Ex-players and fans have grown frustrated at the lack of desire and commitment throughout the Arsenal team – leading many to believe that the… Continue reading Massimiliano Allegri Should Be the Leading Front Runner to Replace Arsene Wenger at Arsenal.
Surprising Superb Sevilla
The race for the La Liga title is usually contested by Barcelona and Real Madrid with the odd season thrown in when a third team joins the battle for top spot in an exciting twist. Occasionally that team will go on to win the title, Atletico Madrid in 2014 and Valencia in 2002 and 2004… Continue reading Surprising Superb Sevilla
Tainting History, Unjust Conduct
In recent weeks the football world has been divided over the treatment of Arsene Wenger. Some are disgusted with the way he is being hounded out of Arsenal, others siding with the man who has created so much Premier League history and has taken The Gunners to the top with over 20 years of management… Continue reading Tainting History, Unjust Conduct
Essential Europa?
The UEFA Europa League: The poor relation to the Champion’s League and a trophy the top clubs in Europe, if they are unfortunate enough to fall from grace and end up playing in the Thursday night saga, do not want to win. Most would have agreed with the above a few years ago, but in… Continue reading Essential Europa?
Arsenal’s Arsene Wenger deserves a legendary sendoff
By: Christopher Tangarife After the 5-1 thrashing Arsenal received at the hands of Bayern Munich, many are calling for Wenger’s departure from the club and they have every right too. Arsene Wenger will always be a legend at Arsenal, but he is slowly losing this status the longer he stays at the helm without winning… Continue reading Arsenal’s Arsene Wenger deserves a legendary sendoff
“Pie Gate” leaves a sour taste
Sutton united’s Wayne Shaw has completed his rise and fall in a remarkable 24 hours and, presumably like most pies available at conference level, it leaves one sick to their stomach. What should be remembered as the biggest night of these players and their club’s history, coming up against the most consistent top four and… Continue reading “Pie Gate” leaves a sour taste
Defensive move for the NY Red Bulls
By : Christopher Tangarife Defense has always been a point of weakness for the NY Red Bulls ,but despite this crack in their armor they have consistently been one of the top teams in MLS with one of the lowest payrolls in the league. The Red Bulls however have seen the story of giving up… Continue reading Defensive move for the NY Red Bulls
Top 20 richest football clubs in the world
Soccer, or football, call it what you like, is undoubtedly one of the most prolific and popular sports throughout the world. From the dusty, dry streets in Africa to the lush, pristine fields in Europe, the sport has a universal appeal. The fans are something else too. Ardent and passionate supporters of their team, the… Continue reading Top 20 richest football clubs in the world
Skipper Gibbs? Arsene Wenger’s Craziest Captains
Roy Keane knows a thing or two about how to lead a team. So it was no surprise to see the former Man United captain berate Arsene Wenger’s decision to give Kieran Gibbs the armband half way through Arsenal’s walloping at Bayern Munich last night. Here we rate some of the more questionable captains of… Continue reading Skipper Gibbs? Arsene Wenger’s Craziest Captains