Articles By Charlie Rhodes (31339)

Whatever happened to John Bostock?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 14 2012

Four years ago, 16-year-old John Bostock moved from Crystal Palace to Tottenham Hotspur for pennies.  At least that’s what then Eagle’s chairman Simon Jordan claimed. The actual price, decided by…

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The man who should’ve been an all time great: Michael Owen

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 5 2022

As Steven Gerrard makes his 100th appearance for England tonight, it’s easy to forget all about a player who he grew up with from a young age: Michael Owen.

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AC Milan and their convicted criminal Silvio Berlusconi

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 13 2012

Is AC Milan criminal Silvio Berlusconi’s grip on AC Milan slipping following his conviction for tax evasion?

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Should Chelsea call time on Terry and Cole?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 13 2012

In recent years, Chelsea players have done more than most to create both back and front page headlines for all the wrong reasons – in part thanks to Terry.

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Red is the new blue for resurgent Cardiff City and Gillingham

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 12 2012

Cardiff City and Gillingham made the decision to wear predominantly red kits when playing at home.

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Football Manager 2013: Player Development Strategy

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 19 2012

There are so many ingredients that affect a player’s flavour, both in real football and in Football Manager 2013, the best football management simulation.

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Chelsea and Arsenal under pressure to perform at home

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 8 2021

The big game this weekend sees Chelsea play host to Liverpool on Sunday (4pm KO, Live on Sky Sports 1), and the stats suggest that the visitors are worth a…

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Manchester City v Tottenham Hotspur – City can return to the top

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 10 2012

Manchester City host Tottenham Hotspur at the Etihad Stadium on 11th Nov ’12 at 1330 GMT. City will be looking to close the gap on EPL leaders but Spurs too have a great chance of moving into the Champions League spots.

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Broadcasting Revenues: Responsible For Weakening of Competition in Football?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 10 2012

Along with the surge of articles about football economics, TV broadcasting revenues have also caught the attention of the general public.

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England squad for Sweden friendly

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 10 2012

England Manager Roy Hodgson has named his squad for the game with Sweden in Stockholm next Wednesday and has selected a 23-man group for the trip. There is one new…

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Manchester City’s Roberto Mancini: Money, Power and Respect?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 10 2012

November, November. Aside from Guy Fawkes Night on the 5th, the 45th week of 2012 also offered much public interest in two high-profile jobs and their current occupants. One entitles…

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Manchester City manager won’t face disciplinary actions for confronting match officials

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 10 2012

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini won’t be facing a touchline ban for confronting the referees after their 2-2 draw with Ajax in the Champions League.

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Hair Today, Hair Tomorrow – Footballers with great hair, all the time

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 10 2012

Here’s a look – in appreciation and no particular order – at footballers with great hair AND great footballing skills.

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Arsenal manager denies dropping Walcott due to contract standoff

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 10 2012

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has rubbished claims that Walcott has been ignored from the starting eleven due to his contract wrangle.

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Manchester United will only improve from here onwards

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 10 2012

After their victory over Chelsea and Arsenal, Manchester United have now gained enough momentum to take control of this title race.

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