Soviet power won the first Euros of 1960
Parachute eases the discomfort for Huddersfield Town
HUDDERSFIELD Town, in their first post-Premier campaign in 2019-20, might have suffered greater financial challenges had it not been for their first parachute payments after relegation. The Terriers made a pre-tax loss of £ 8.2 million in 2019-20 but their … Continue reading Parachute eases the discomfort for Huddersfield Town
The temptation of Carlo Ancelotti
EVERTON fans are understandably confused by the loss of coach Carl Ancelotti, many had not even had the slightest glimpse of the three-times Champions League winner before he flew out to Real Madrid. Ancelotti could not have known for long … Continue reading The temptation of Carlo Ancelotti
Football Read Review: Defining Liverpool – no easy job
THERE is no other football institution like Liverpool in Britain, yet most of us don’t really understand the club or its fans. Our view of Liverpool … Continue reading Football Read Review: Defining Liverpool – no easy job
Europe’s giants face summer of discontent – the door opens for English clubs
HAS THERE ever been a more unsettled managerial landscape in Europe than the one unfolding at the moment? Real Madrid’s coach, Zinedine Zidane has left the club once more, leaving an incendiary letter in the media to explain why he … Continue reading Europe’s giants face summer of discontent – the door opens for English clubs
Chelsea v Manchester City: When the smarter man won
THERE was more than a hint of arrogance about the way Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola approached the UEFA Champions League final against Chelsea. Some might call it a lack of respect, others might consider it a sign of great … Continue reading Chelsea v Manchester City: When the smarter man won
