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Anything that doesn’t fit in other categories is put in this category. Don’t worry, they’ll find a home, eventually.
The John Terry controversies – a complete list
John Terry on his day is one of the best central defenders in the Premier League, and certainly an important player for Chelsea and England. However, the 31-year-old is in danger of missing out on Euro 2012, after being stripped of his nation’s captaincy due to the ongoing allegations of racism against the Barking-born man….
Chelsea v Manchester United: A Battle Of Widths
According to Castrol EDGE Performance analysis, both Manchester United and Chelsea’s wingers have been key to both club’s positive play this season, with Antonio Valencia, Nani, Juan Mata and Daniel Sturridge all enjoying impressive campaigns. So far this season, only David Silva has provided more assists than Valencia, with the Ecuadorian’s teammate Nani in joint-third,…
Zamora and Cissé – Can they keep QPR in the Premier League?
Mark Hughes was very active on transfer deadline day, signing ex-Liverpool front man Djibril Cissé from Lazio and re-uniting himself with Bobby Zamora from Fulham. Castrol EDGE Performance analysis shows that with an impressive shooting accuracy of 57% and the ability to create a chance for his teammates every 40 mins, Zamora looks set to…
An ode to Mario Balotelli: his notorious on and off-field antics (to date)
Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli is without doubt one of the most interesting, but controversial players in the current game. Flashes of brilliance for the Etihad Stadium outfit, Inter and Italy testify to the 21-year-old’s ability, but scandal and strange off-field behaviour have never been too far away in the attacker’s short career to date….
Nutritional Tips to Prepare for a Match
How do professional footballers prepare for a match? Your muscles produce heat as you exercise. Sweating is your body’s way of removing this heat to manage your temperature. If you replace the liquid lost as sweat, you’ll get dehydrated. Lose the equivalent of just 2% of your body mass and you’ll increase your body temperature,…
Arsenal relying on van Persie and midfield strength to beat Manchester United
In August Manchester United and Wayne Rooney inflicted a resounding 8-2 defeat on Arsenal, with Rooney netting a hat-trick. However, since then it is Robin van Persie who has lit up the Premier League. The division’s top scorer has found the net 18 times in 21 appearances with a rate of 97 minutes per goal…
Manchester City Enjoying Home Comforts In Title Race
Castrol EDGE analysis shows that Manchester City’s strength at the Etihad Stadium has been central to their challenge for the Premier League title. Roberto Mancini’s side have won each of their last 15 home league games, a home winning streak only bettered once in Premier League history, by none other than their Manchester rivals United….
Forward-thinking Richards Can Add Attacking Edge To England
Castrol EDGE performance analysis shows that Manchester City’s muscular full-back, Micah Richards, has rediscovered his best form this season, providing his star-studded City side with a potent and creative attacking threat. In the clash with Tottenham, Richards will go head to head with Kyle Walker, who is currently ahead of the City man in the…
Bale living up to the hype for Tottenham
According to Castrol EDGE Performance analysis, Gareth Bale has been one of the Premier League’s best performers this season, with the Welsh winger both scoring and creating regularly for his high-flying Tottenham side. Indeed, so far this season, only two midfielders, Frank Lampard and Bale’s team-mate Rafael van der Vaart, have out-scored the former Southampton…
The story of Pelé life, in art
A sense of nostalgia sets in when thinking of Pelé, arguably the best footballer of all times, and the one that gave “Futebol bonito” to Brazil and to the rest of the world. Pelé’s memorable moments include the bicycle kick, winning three world cups for Brazil out of their total of five, and being one…
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