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Vision 2030: Saudi Arabia’s Gamble on Veteran Superstars
With the news from the kingdom just coming in that the state has taken over the country’s big four Al Ahli, Al Ittihad, Al Hilal, and Al Nassr, the question on everybody’s lips is: Will Saudi Arabia be the new footballing powerhouse? Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), currently owns Newcastle United, and despite…
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Ange Postecoglou Quits Celtic to Become Tottenham Hotspur’s New Head Coach
Ange Postecoglou has been appointed as Tottenham Hotspur’s new head coach on a four-year deal. Postecoglou is set to become the first Australian to manage in the English Premier League and joins the club on July 1 after spending two years at Celtic, winning five domestic honours out of six, including back-to-back Scottish Premiership titles.…
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The Future of Japanese Football
Over the past quarter-century, Japan has quietly emerged as a rising star in world football. Having reached the World Cup for the first time in 1998 only to lose all three matches, they would return to the competition four years later, co-hosting the tournament with South Korea. Whilst South Korea reached the semifinals, Japan would…
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The Future of Asian Continental Club Football: The Ripple Effects of Saudi’s Football Investments
When Japan’s Urawa Reds met Saudi football behemoth Al Hilal in the showpiece event of the Asian club football calendar, the Asian Champions League final, many lamented the familiarity that this conclusion has kindled among followers of Asian club football. For the past six seasons, the ACL crown has gone to a side from the…
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Mason Mount: How Does the Englishman Fit Into Manchester United’s Set-Up?
Mason Mount was a key player and a mainstay in Chelsea over the last three years, even playing a massive role in their 2nd Champions League, but contract issues mixed in with a slight stagnation means that Mount is available for transfer and is a great opportunity for 99% of clubs in the world. As…
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Brasileirão Week 9: Hulk’s Howitzer, Rony Reduces the Gap and Demolition Derby at the Maracanã
Things tightened once again at both ends of the Série A table this weekend, as city bragging rights were up for grabs in derby days in Rio and Belo Horizonte. With the transfer rumour mill in full flow, a crucial period beckons for some of Brazil’s giants, as the league’s unlikely early leaders find themselves…
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Samuel Iling-Junior: From Islington to Turin
On a balmy night in Turin, Juventus were cruising to a 4-0 home win against Empoli. Max Allegri turned to his bench around the 80-minute mark and summoned London teenager Samuel Iling-Junior, five minutes later the youngster would replace Filip Kostic to mark his debut for the Old Lady. Since then, Samuel Iling-Junior has not looked…
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Curtis Jones: Liverpool’s Homegrown Midfielder
Liverpool’s issues in midfield are well-documented. Naby Keita, James Milner and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain (in addition to Brazilian striker Roberto Firmino) all said their farewells after last weekend’s 1-1 draw against Aston Villa, whilst Thiago and Jordan Henderson have struggled with injuries over the course of the season. Many names have been touted with a move…
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Jeremy Doku – Renaissance Man
The way that Stade Rennais and Jeremy Doku have been performing you would think that these heights were typical for the Brittany club. European football is becoming the norm for the group and Jeremy Doku is becoming a bit of a microcosm for Stade Rennais. Someone at home in a place that could be seen…
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The Tech Behind the Game: Advanced Tools in Football Analysis
Football, the world’s most popular sport, has always been a breeding ground for innovation and advancement. In recent years, we’ve seen a surge in the application of technology not only to improve the game but also to analyze it. The Digital Revolution in Football Analysis The modern digital age has transformed the way…
