Exclusive: Markus Babbel on Playing in the Premier League with Liverpool, the Bundesliga and Germany’s Euro 1996 Triumph

You played for top clubs such as Bayern Munich, Liverpool, and VfB Stuttgart – how did the footballing culture differ between Germany and England during your career? “The English league is harder. Every game I played there, you had to fight until the end – it was unbelievable. I had never seen this before. AtContinue reading “Exclusive: Markus Babbel on Playing in the Premier League with Liverpool, the Bundesliga and Germany’s Euro 1996 Triumph”

Roy Keane’s comments were more about where Manchester United are now as a club than any historical truths

By Michael Burney Following the draw with Arsenal at Old Trafford on Sunday, former captain Roy Keane stated that United were “getting cheered off here. We used to get booed if we had drawn”. These comments have drawn plenty of online comments and interaction, but the Irishman was being somewhat tongue in cheek with hisContinue reading “Roy Keane’s comments were more about where Manchester United are now as a club than any historical truths”

Ruben is right but unfortunately is set up to fail

By Michael Burney When Erik ten Hag was sacked, the board quickly moved to secure the services of the highly rated manager of Sporting Lisbon, Ruben Amorim. He is a man who had won the Primeira Liga twice and had delivered Sporting’s first title since 2001/02 when winning his first league championship in 2021. A man whoContinue reading “Ruben is right but unfortunately is set up to fail”

Exclusive: Nathan Rooney on managing in European competition and looking to the future

Reflecting on your tenure at FCB Magpies so far, you have secured trophies and achieved significant results in European competitions. From an outsider’s perspective, the progress has been extraordinary. How proud are you of the impact you’ve made and the journey so far?   “The speed and growth have been remarkable, with back-to-back progress everyContinue reading “Exclusive: Nathan Rooney on managing in European competition and looking to the future”

Adam Summerton on the art of commentary and his passion for Italian football

You are a prominent football commentator for TNT Sports and Discovery Plus in the UK. Can you share your journey to becoming a commentator?   “Originally, I started out doing a course in broadcast journalism. I’d originally planned to be a print writer, really. That was my aim when I was at school—that’s what IContinue reading “Adam Summerton on the art of commentary and his passion for Italian football”

Four Managers Manchester United May Consider To Replace Ten Hag

Following the departure of Erik ten Hag, Manchester United are at a crucial juncture, needing a manager who can revitalise the club and immediately improve their fortunes in the Premier League.  While there is no shortage of talented managers within club football, United’s challenge is to find one with the right blend of tactical acumen,Continue reading “Four Managers Manchester United May Consider To Replace Ten Hag”

Rangers name Europa League Squad

Ahead of their Europa League campaign, Rangers manager Phillipe Clement has named his squad for the competition. The Ibrox side face home fixtures against Tottenham, Olympique Lyonnais, Union Saint-Gilloise and FCSB, and away fixtures at Manchester United, Olympiacos, Malmo and Nice. The squad named this afternoon is as follows: Goalkeepers Defenders Midfielders Forwards Featured image:Continue reading “Rangers name Europa League Squad”