By Michael Burney At the beginning of this week, it was announced that Manchester United plan to leave their current home of the past 115 years and move into a shiny new 100,000 seater stadium and complex on adjoining land next to Old Trafford. The construction of the “New Trafford” stadium is expected to cost aroundContinue reading “New stadium and new era – But will it be for the best solution for Manchester United?”
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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”
Fabio Capello on England, David Beckham and More
In an exclusive interview with Flashscore, football legend Fabio Capello offers his incisive take on some of the most pressing football topics in England. He discusses the immense pressure of managing the England national team—highlighting the challenges Thomas Tuchel faces, and Gareth Southgate’s tenure—and shares his views on Pep Guardiola and Enzo Maresca’s role at Chelsea. Capello also shared a unique story about David Beckham’sContinue reading “Fabio Capello on England, David Beckham and More”
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”
The Curious Career of Alan Curbishley: Why Did He Never Return to Management After West Ham?
Alan Curbishley’s managerial career is one of the most intriguing stories in English football. Highly respected for his work at Charlton Athletic, where he transformed a mid-table First Division side into a stable Premier League team, Curbishley was considered one of the most reliable managers in the country. However, after leaving West Ham United inContinue reading “The Curious Career of Alan Curbishley: Why Did He Never Return to Management After West Ham?”
Gary Lineker: A Portrait of a Football Icon
Football journalist and esteemed writer Chris Evans has just released a fantastic new biography of Gary Lineker. We are delighted to be able to share an exclusive extract of the book courtesy of Bloomsbury Publishing. ‘Gary Lineker: A Portrait of a Football Icon’ is available to purchase from Bloomsbury and from all good book sellers.Continue reading “Gary Lineker: A Portrait of a Football Icon”
Kieran Tierney Set For Emotional Celtic Return
Brendan Rodgers confirmed yesterday that Kieran Tierney will return to Celtic in the summer having agreed a pre-contract to rejoin his boyhood club. Speaking to the media ahead of Celtic’s Champions League fixture with Aston Villa, Rodgers said: “Ideally it [Kieran returning] would [happen in January] but, at this moment, he’s still an Arsenal player.Continue reading “Kieran Tierney Set For Emotional Celtic Return”
Robbie Fowler Would be a Fascinating Choice for Bolton Wanderers
Bolton Wanderers recent managerial vacancy presents an opportunity for a fresh perspective at the club. Among the names linked to the role, Premier League icon Robbie Fowler has been named as a potential candidate. I recently interviewed Robbie for World Football Index and I left the chat feeling that he has unfinished business in EnglishContinue reading “Robbie Fowler Would be a Fascinating Choice for Bolton Wanderers”
Dennis Bergkamp: I’d be open to future coaching role
Former Arsenal striker Dennis Bergkamp has stated that he would be open to taking up a coaching role in the future if the opportunity were to present itself. When asked at the Football Writers’ Association Tribute Night at the Landmark in London if a return to Arsenal in a coaching capacity would interest him, BergkampContinue reading “Dennis Bergkamp: I’d be open to future coaching role”
Sean Dyche on Leaving Everton and the Arrival of David Moyes
Sean Dyche departed Everton just a few hours before their FA Cup third round tie against Peterborough on January 9th. Following his departure, Everton have appointed David Moyes as his successor making a return to Goodison Park for Moyes who previously managed Everton between 2002 and 2013. Dyche has addressed his departure for the firstContinue reading “Sean Dyche on Leaving Everton and the Arrival of David Moyes”
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