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What Chelsea Could Look Like Under Xabi Alonso Without Spending a Penny

Despite rumours surrounding a long managerial shortlist following the hasty exit of Liam Rosenior, Chelsea have acted quickly to secure the services of former Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso. Although Alonso, who won the Bundesliga...

Television vs. Terraces: Online Fandom and Matchday Supporters

The shimmering dissent within the fandom of Premier League clubs which has been building over the last few years has become more and more acute and at present feels it is about to erupt in...

Every Team That Lost the Champions League Final: Where Are They Now?

Losing a Champions League final is heartbreaking. Apart from the World Cup and the Euros, it’s probably the biggest loss a football team could sustain. Some teams bounce right back, like Ajax, which lost the...

How Daniel Farke Saved Leeds United's Season

In the 25/26 Premier League season, amid its own intellectual movements and shifting dogmas, Leeds United have underwent their own renaissance. Their recent form has been exceptional, with the team unbeaten in seven league games,...

How Nico O’Reilly Became a Vital Cog in Manchester City’s Title Chase

Nico O’Reilly is proving to be one of Pep Guardiola’s most crucial players this season, having played the 5th-most minutes of any player in this Man City squad in the Premier League, playing a total...