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Football’s Greatest War Heroes

With Remembrance Sunday having just occurred a few days ago, we reflect on the men who gave their lives to their countries as well as giving their all on the football pitch. Their bravery on the field of play has been superseded by their courage and character on the field of battle even though some…

Man City the odds-on EPL title favorite, but watch out for Spurs

Manchester United have been a dominant force in the English Premier League era, winning an amazing 12 titles in 19 seasons. Four of those titles have come in the last five seasons, including last season, when they beat out Manchester City and Chelsea by nine points. So, it was no surprise that coming into this…

Liverpool Agony – The Ineffective £71 Million Talent

A strong finish last season under the legend Kenny Dalglish and the injection of money by the owners to add talent in Liverpool’s squad reignited hope amongst the supporters that the club is back to winning ways. Nevertheless four draws at Anfield in six games and Liverpool are struggling to beat the promoted sides when…

Fulham v Tottenham: A Familiar Face Awaits Spurs

Tottenham Hotspur travel across Londonto face Fulham in the Premier League on Sunday, but the Cottagers are not the only familiar face they will encounter. Former boss Martin Jol, faces the task of trying to keep Harry Redknapp’s  free flowing Spurs team in check. Just over 4 years ago as Spurs faced Getafe in a…

Tactics: Tottenham v QPR

Tottenham continued their fine start to the 2011/12 season with a 3-1 win against QPR at White Hart Lane. Spurs took to the field with real pace in wide areas. Wingers Aaron Lennon and Gareth Bale pushed high on QPR full-backs, Traore and Young. Meanwhile Spurs’ own full-backs, Kyle Walker and Benoit Assou-Ekotto, ventured high…

Newcastle v Tottenham: Champions League Qualification A Step Too Far?

Tottenham Hotspur travel to Newcastle United as the race for fourth spot in the Premier League heats up. The Magpies have enjoyed a promising start to the season and sit proudly where the London club is desperate to be. Last December many in the media were proclaiming the end of Newcastle as a Premier League…

England: Be Careful What You Wish For

Preparations for the Euro 2012 Championships can begin as a 2-2 draw against Montenegro sent England through as group winners for this summer’s tournament. Yet Fabio Capello still remains a figure most people can’t wait to see the back of. At club level Capello is a well respected manager, his club careeer has seen him lead teams…

Should Footballers Be Allowed To Chew Gum On The Pitch?

At first glance it seems it could not possibly be true. A repeat viewing of the BBC’s Match of the Day programme, however, confirms the initial suspicion that Tottenham Hotspur’s Benoit Assou Ekotto took to the field against Wigan last month chewing gum. Not only was he chewing gum, but the Cameroonian saw fit to…

King, Parker, and Adebayor can help Spurs get back in the Champions League

Scott Parker has the best passing accuracy in the opposition half in the Premier League this season, completing 88.9% of his 126 passes. Parker sits on top of a group of 121 players who have made at least 100 passes in the opposition half in 2011/12. His ability to pass the ball cleanly reaped rewards…

Weekend Bets: Back United to beat Chelsea and Liverpool to beat Tottenham

After a midweek that saw only one British side win in Europe, we’re back to a fantastic weekend of Premier League action, with the headline matches on Sunday as Manchester United take on Chelsea at Old Trafford and Liverpool travel to White Hart Lane to meet Tottenham. Let’s look at the key Premier League matches…