Articles By Charlie Rhodes (31339)

Stat Attack: Who’s the best goalkeeper in Manchester?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 17 2011

With David De Gea’s arrival, Manchester hosts two of the most promising young goalkeepers in European football today. And as Manchester City and Manchester United make their preparations for their…

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MLS: Friendlies against foreign teams still don’t work

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 2 2011

Major League Soccer is not doing American soccer any favors by having its all-stars play against top foreign teams year after year. The entertainment value is never as high as…

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Liverpool’s Sad Treatment of Aquilani

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 19 2011

Many fans argue that Aquilani has not got the passion for the club and wants to leave. Here is the answer to everyone.

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Barcelona look to add Alexis Sanchez and Cesc Fabregas to their ranks – but where will they play?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 18 2011

Barcelona have been Europe’s best side for a number of seasons and showcased total football in winning their third consecutive La Liga title and the Champions League crown in 2010-11….

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Does the senior player exodus at Arsenal make them a selling club?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 18 2011

The Cesc Fabregas transfer saga has rolled on throughout this transfer window, and must be an unwelcome distraction to Arsene Wenger in his preparations for the 2011-12 season. As negotiations…

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Klinsmann in, Bradley out as US National Coach

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Apr 4 2023

In a coup d’état so swift it could represent the final guillotine strike in a pepole’s revolution, Bob Bradley has been replaced as manager of the United States Mens’ Soccer…

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Liverpool Defense – The Major Concern

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 19 2011

The theory is very simple, “you do not concede, you do not lose”. Under Rafael Benitez, the team had a very solid defensive record but in the last two seasons…

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Mario Balotelli: Where’s the fun?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Apr 7 2023

I’m sure your mum said, like mine, that a joke’s only funny when everyone’s laughing. In forgetting Mum’s golden rule, Mario Balotelli has drawn heat from his manager Roberto Mancini…

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If Arsenal are kidnappers, does that make Barcelona rapists and murderers?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 18 2011

The mayor of Cesc Fabregas’ hometown, eager to cash in on the impending transfer of the Arsenal player (ARSENAL player) to Barcelona, had this choice soundbite to offer: Estanislau Fors…

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Stat Attack: Chelsea Target Romelu Lukaku Is Unstoppable

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jul 22 2011

With the press still debating whether Drogba and Torres are good enough to lead the line for Chelsea (together or individually) and Nicolas Anelka douses the club’s efforts to move…

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Stat Attack: The Real Value Of Sergio Aguero

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jul 22 2011

Sergio Aguero has been a long-term target for both Manchester City and Real Madrid for the past few months, ever since the Argentine announced his intentions to leave Atletico Madrid…

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Can Chelsea and Arsenal close the gap to Manchester?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Jul 20 2011

Last season saw domestic dominance return to the north of England, with Manchester’s top clubs claiming the two biggest pieces of domestic silverware. With just over a month left in…

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Kill, Marry or Shag: The Liverpool Midfield

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Apr 5 2023

Have you every played the game “Kill, marry or shag”? In it, one player gives his or her opponent three names – it works best with celebrities. Made famous in…

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Tottenham’s Summer of Destiny Continues

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Dec 22 2021

In less than a week Tottenham’s season has been turned on its head, as yet another high profile player disregards a piece of paper called a contract. With no European…

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A-League: It’s all about Harry Kewell

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 8 2021

Harry Kewell. A show-pony. A drama queen. The best football player to come out of Australia. Just the mention of his name prompts the football fan to offer their opinions….

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