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Lucien Favre Faces The Hard Task of Rebuilding a Dortmund side lost in Transition
On one of the most exciting and dramatic finales of the season, Borussia Dortmund managed to secure a Champions League qualification by the skin of their teeth. After an abject performance and a 3-1 loss against Hoffenheim, the Black and Yellows just about finished 4th thanks to goal difference. The minimum and most important goal of…
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Arthur, el controlador que Barça necesita
Arthur Henrique Ramos de Oliveira Melo. Este niño, de 21 años, fue el líder del centrocampista gremista en 2017. El controlador, Arthur fue responsable de desarmar, iniciar jugadas, dictar el ritmo del equipo y, jugando más adelante, dar pases precisos a sus compañeros. Al recibir la pelota, Arthur parece somnoliento, un “falso lento.” Con el…
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Why Trent Alexander-Arnold Should Start In Russia
At the start of this season, it seemed like a surefire bet that Kyle Walker and Nathaniel Clyne would be England’s right backs for the upcoming World Cup. However, with the former’s conversion to a right center back under Gareth Southgate, and the latter’s lengthy injury, the right wing-back spot, should Southgate continue with his…
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A Golden Generation Crippled By Veterans?
The World Cup’s perennial dark horses go into this year’s competition boasting one of the most talented squads they have ever taken to a major competition. A delightful blend of youthful flair, pace and exuberance coupled with seasoned, experienced veterans of the game has prompted many of the Portuguese faithful to have high hopes ahead…
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Newcastle Must Keep Hold Of Rafa Benitez
It was a long time coming. And it was much-needed. As referee Lee Mason blew for full time at the London Stadium, faith and belief in the hearts of Newcastle fans was reinstated. This was their first win in over ten games and amidst relegation troubles and massive issues surrounding the club’s ownership, the win…
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Manchester City Have Not Bought the Title
As West Bromwich Albion’s shocking 1-0 win at Old Trafford against Manchester United confirmed that Manchester City will win their third Premier League title in seven seasons, there seemed to be an air of inevitability about everything. It was as if the side from the Red half of Manchester was resigned to endure everything that…
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Champions League Semifinals Fan Preview: Real Madrid
Real Madrid’s tough road to Kiev continues after drawing the Bavarians, Bayern Munich, for the semi-final of the Champions League. Real Madrid’s Champions League campaign this season has been stellar thus far, conquering Paris and Turin. However, upnext is Los Blancos’ biggest challenge of the season, facing Jupp Heynckes’ rejuvenated Bayern Munich team. The merengues…
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Champions League Semifinals Fan Preview: Roma
Champions League semi-final. Eusebio Di Francesco has truly changed the mentality of the club. From being Europe’s perennial joke club in the Champions League to playing in their second semifinal ever, one can say this Champions League run has been a dream come true. This Roma side plays with conviction and determination, which is the…
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Champions League Semifinals Fan Preview: Bayern Munich
Hala Madrid, Aupa Atleti, Visca Barca, Forza Juve. These are the motivational catch phrases common throughout the football world and all, more or less, carrying the same meaning and translate along the lines of “Go ‘insert your team of choice’ .”In contrast, Bayern Munich’s “Mia San Mia” is a way of life, it emphasizes the…
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Fabio Quagliarella Rediscovers the Meaning of Football Paradise at Sampdoria
Dealing with a stalker and then suffering a serious knee injury would affect anyone, not just a footballer or any other professional athlete. Former Italian international Fabio Quagliarella experienced those things in nearly 20 years as a professional career, but at the age of 35, he has been able to overcome those ordeals and he…
