The Luka Modric dilemma
“We want to keep him, we need to keep him. We love Luka - he's a fantastic player.” At first glance you might assume that I’ve plucked this quote from a besotted fan declaring his…
Tag: Futebol
Caption Competition: Carragher caught ‘red faced’
It was a rollercoaster of a season for Liverpool to say the least. A bad start, new American owners in, Roy Hodgson gone and the return of the King; Kenny Dalglish. That’s without even mentioning…
The man to restore Liverpool to their former glories?
Coach Frank Rijkaard’s contract with Galatasaray was terminated yesterday by mutual consent. Rijkaard spent sixteen mostly unhappy months with the Turkish giants, before both parties admitted it was time that they parted their ways. Things…
Do more harm to football than good?
The debate regarding goal line technology was, once again, brought racing to fore this weekend following Clint Hill’s goal that never was. Despite the ball crossing the line by at least a yard, nothing was given…
Injuries cost us, says Montella
Roma coach Vincenzo Montella has blamed injuries for his side's failure to qualify for next season's Champions League.Roma's quest to qualify for the prestigious European competition finished on Sunday when they conceded a goal with…
Franco Di Santo injury relief for Wigan
Wigan Athletic have received an injury boost after scans revealed Franco di Santo did not damage ankle ligaments against Birmingham City. Latics boss Roberto Martinez feared the summer signing from Chelsea was set for a…
Why Are The FA Blamed For Everything?
Ah, it's that time of year again - you know, the time between January and December. It's cold, it's grey, it's dark in the morning, and the FA are useless. Nothing ever changes. If you…
Wolves’ future in their own hands
Wolves manager Mick McCarthy has told his players to ignore their relegation rivals and concentrate on themselves.McCarthy’s men are just a point clear of the drop zone ahead of Saturday’s trip to Sunderland. It is…
James Milner warns England stars could quit
Manchester City midfielder James Milner is concerned that players may consider quitting England duty if they continue to have their off-field lives picked apart by the media. Wayne Rooney is the latest star to hit…
Wigan won’t sell Rodallega
Wigan boss Roberto Martinez has stated that he won't sell Hugo Rodallega during the transfer window, even though the striker's contract expires in the summer. The Colombia international has been linked with a number of…