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Back to South America: Spain’s CC hangover in Ecuador

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 12 2013

The meeting with Ecuador will be Spain’s first game since the loss against Brazil in Confederation’s Cup final. What could it tell us?

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Losing Agger and Suarez could permanently keep Liverpool out of Champions League football

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 12 2013

Liverpool defender Daniel Agger could be open to a move to Barcelona, according to his agent, casting fresh doubts over his future at Anfield. Having failed to land David Luiz…

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Brendan Rodgers risks upsetting the applecart with his treatment of Luis Suarez

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 12 2013

Liverpool have been making the headlines this summer because of the ongoing rumours circling one man – Luis Suarez. The Uruguayan international stated he wanted out of Liverpool and the…

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Scott Sinclair nearing Man City exit

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 11 2013

Manchester City forward Scott Sinclair looks set to be on his way out of the Etihad this summer after league compatriots West Bromwich Albion have enquired about his services. The…

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Van Persie: I joined United to play with Rooney

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 11 2013

As Manchester United celebrated their first silverware of the season by winning the Community Shield beating Wigan Athletic, star striker Robin van Persie spoke out for the first time regarding…

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Wayne Rooney forced to watch as Robin Van Persie steals the show in the Community Shield

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 11 2013

While Wayne Rooney continues to be left out of the Manchester United squad, seemingly due to an injury sustained this summer, he was forced to see the side’s number one…

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Carlo Ancelotti rules out any more Real Madrid departures

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 11 2013

La Liga runners-up Real Madrid have been one of the most busy sides regarding incomings and outgoings this summer. Ins: Isco – £26M (Malaga) Asier Illarramendi £26M (Real Sociedad) Daniel…

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Four reasons Manchester United should buy Luka Modric

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 10 2013

Manchester United manager David Moyes has shifted his attention to Real Madrid star Luka Modric in an attempt to bolster his midfield unit, after finally admitting defeat in the chase…

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Is the lack of a Sporting Director hurting Manchester United and Arsenal?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 10 2013

The role of a Sporting director in football is one of the major changes that has slowly spiralled into top English clubs, a trend that has been existent in Europe…

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Talks of Manchester City having the best squad in England are premature

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 10 2013

Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini boasts of having the have the best squad in England at the moment. City have spent over £90 million pounds on four players combined –…

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Who is Tiago Illori?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 9 2013

Outside of Portugal, little is known about the defender, but he’s certainly been making a name for himself in the last six months. A host of sides across Europe have…

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Fabio Coentrao linked with Chelsea and Tottenham

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 9 2013

Real Madrid wing-back Fabio Coentrao has been attracting interest from Premier League rivals Chelsea and Tottenham this summer. However, the latter are reportedly the favourites to procure his signature. The…

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Wayne Rooney remains silent on his future: What does it mean?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 9 2013

When footballers are linked with other clubs, usually the transfer can be put to bed when said player reaffirms his desire to remain at the club. However, Wayne Rooney’s situation…

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Football fan James Gorfin pays to play for his team in pre-season friendly

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Apr 5 2023

Macclesfield Town fan, James Gorfin, had the pleasure of playing for the Silkmen last Saturday in the 2-1 friendly defeat to Premier League outfit Stoke City, but his dream was…

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Beauty and the beast – the sublime skill and frustrating menace of Luis Suarez

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 9 2013

It may be hard being Luis Suarez. It must be even harder being the club that employs him. Yet, despite this, if Liverpool declared tomorrow that they would accept a…

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