Category: Features
Bosz Hangs On But Stöger Is Gone – Bundesliga Zeitung
Sitting rock bottom of the Bundesliga, with no wins and just 3 points from 14 games, it seemed almost inevitable that coach Peter Stöger would depart [...]
Previewing the African Nations Heading to the World Cup
As the draw for the FIFA World Cup in Russia pits continental powerhouses against each other, Richard Gyasi profiles Africa’s representatives and thei [...]
Liverpool’s Tale of Two Brazilians
Look on the bright side, Brighton fans: despite losing 5-1, you were treated to some Brazilian magic at the Amex. The Seagulls were dazzled by a Liver [...]
No Square Peg: Ashley Young’s Impressive United Renaissance Rolls On
In a Manchester United side featuring Romelu Lukaku, Paul Pogba, Anthony Martial et al, few expected Ashley Young to be the difference maker against a [...]
Dortmund & Schalke in Revierderby Day Drama – Bundesliga Zeitung
Last week, I described the Revierderby as "a match you cannot afford to miss". On reflection, I think perhaps I understated it. In fact, it's going to [...]
Bill Shankly’s ‘Forgotten’ Barren Period 1966-1973 and Criticisms of his Tenure
Bill Shankly will forever be known as a phenomenally influential manager at Liverpool. Because of this, the six trophyless seasons that followed the l [...]
No Time Like the Present for Montella’s Milan Dismissal – The Calcio Consultant
It was only a matter of time.
Vincenzo Montella’s days as AC Milan manager were certainly numbered, and many of the Rossoneri faithful would sugges [...]
Money For Nothing: How AC Milan’s Newfound Wealth Could Be Their Downfall
"When the Chinese businessman Li Yonghong bought A.C. Milan, the world-famous Italian soccer club, virtually nobody in Italy had heard of him. Virtual [...]
The Premier League’s Reluctance to Remove the Glass Ceiling
It’s that time of year again -- the time before the festive holidays when clubs in the lower half of the Premier League become trigger happy when it c [...]
Mateo Cassierra – From Colombia to Ajax
Introduction
If you say Mateo Cassierra’s name around Ajax fans you will probably hear very different things about him, depending on who you listen t [...]