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All January 2012 English Premier League Transfers

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 23 2021

You’ll find the latest Premier League Transfers (January 2012) listed here. Archives for older transfer seasons are at the end of this page. For the latest transfer rumours and confirmed…

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FA Cup Preview: United to finally beat Liverpool at Anfield

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 8 2021

Here’s a look ahead at the biggest matches in the FA Cup fourth round this weekend, along with top betting tips for each game.

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Stats: Why Arsenal need to sell Arshavin NOW

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jan 27 2012

We preview Arsenal v Aston Villa ahead of their FA Cup fourth round tie this Sunday. The analysis highlights Andrei Arshavin’s fall from grace, a comparison between Mikel Arteta and Stilian Petrov as well as looking at Darren Bent’s threat for Aston Villa.

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The African Cup of Nations is underway, but does it feel like we are missing a few people?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jan 23 2012

The 2012 African Cup of Nations kicked off on Saturday, with co-hosts and debutants Equatorial Guinea getting a last-gasp, dramatic 1-0 win over Libya. The likes of Didier Drogba, Yaya…

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Why United, City and Liverpool should get three points this weekend

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 7 2021

With United traveling to Arsenal and Tottenham going north to Manchester City, there’s a lot to look forward to this week. Here’s a look at the top betting tips and…

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Arsenal relying on van Persie and midfield strength to beat Manchester United

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jan 20 2012

In August Manchester United and Wayne Rooney inflicted a resounding 8-2 defeat on Arsenal, with Rooney netting a hat-trick. However, since then it is Robin van Persie who has lit…

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Manchester City Enjoying Home Comforts In Title Race

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jan 20 2012

Castrol EDGE analysis shows that Manchester City’s strength at the Etihad Stadium has been central to their challenge for the Premier League title. Roberto Mancini’s side have won each of…

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Forward-thinking Richards Can Add Attacking Edge To England

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 7 2021

Castrol EDGE performance analysis shows that Manchester City’s muscular full-back, Micah Richards, has rediscovered his best form this season, providing his star-studded City side with a potent and creative attacking…

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African Cup of Nations 2012 preview: An open tournament expected with some big names missing

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jan 19 2012

With the likes of Cameroon, Nigeria and South Africa failing to qualify for this year’s African Cup of Nations, the stage is set for some of the smaller nations to…

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Premier League Preview: Upset at the Bridge and a third defeat for United?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 7 2021

With Tottenham tied on points with Manchester United and City hitting a bump in form, the title race is becoming more wide open, and in turn it leaves three teams…

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Jürgen Klinsmann trying too hard to Europeanize U.S. team

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 30 2011

Thursday was the five-month anniversary of Jürgen Klinsmann’s appointment as head coach of the United States men’s national team. In that short time, he has presided over seven games and…

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Manchester United to end 2011 top of the table

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 8 2021

The New Year weekend will most likely see Manchester United end 2011 at the top of the table (albeit having played a game more than City), although City will be…

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The Arab Football Spring

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 14 2021

The performances of the North African national football sides in 2011 have reflected the political actions of the Arab Spring. The failure of Egypt, the champions of the past three…

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What Now For Fernando Torres?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 15 2011

Fernando Torres, once renowned as one of the most feared strikers in world football now finds himself in a disastrous situation. Almost one year since his record breaking £50 million…

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The story of Pelé life, in art

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 5 2022

A sense of nostalgia sets in when thinking of Pelé, arguably the best footballer of all times, and the one that gave “Futebol bonito” to Brazil and to the rest…

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