1) McGinn on the rise with Villa On current form there are, at a rough count, at least three teams from the established “top six” that could benefit from the…
My youngest son, Giuliano, dipped his croissant in his milk, took a bite and looked up at me. “But Dad, if you do well, you won’t come back.” I remember that…
1) David Luiz typifies Arsenal defensive issues You have to wonder what was going through the minds of the Arsenal hierarchy over the summer when they…
1) Bruce makes dent in the battle to win over skeptics It will not end the culture war between Newcastle fans and Mike Ashley, but victory at the Tottenham…
Croatia have impressed the most, the fairplay rule isn’t fair and Africa hits a modern low at the tournament. The Guardian Sport looks back at the final round…
There is a definite expectancy in life that men should sort themselves out, get on with it and cheer up. But I want to write about my troubles in football, and…
1) Argentina increase pressure on Messi with woeful display Before this game, Jorge Sampaoli had said that when it comes to the World Cup, Lionel Messi has a…
Manchester City look certain to win this season’s Premier League title, but below them the battle for the three remaining Champions League places continue…
