Articles By Charlie Rhodes (31329)

MLS says adiós to Blanco

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Apr 8 2023

Major League Soccer is growing and improving but outsiders often criticise the league for having a lack of quality. It is a relatively fast football played in the US, with…

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The Friday Five: Chelsea v Manchester United Matches

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Feb 21 2012

This weekend plays host to arguably the match of the Premier League season when Carlo Ancelotti’s Chelsea take on reigning champions Manchester United in what could be reasonably termed, a…

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Goonerlicious football?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 6 2009

Are Arsenal playing the best football in Europe? The best of the rest seem to be going through rough patches whilst Arsenal keep wowing football fans everywhere with silky football.

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Chelsea to Consider Joining the Stadium Naming Rights Surrender

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Aug 4 2022

This week saw the news that Chelsea have joined Newcastle United in openly stating that they are considering selling the naming rights to one of England’s  most established stadiums. Opening myself to accusations…

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Fantasy Football: Its all about Arsenal and Manchester City this week

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Apr 10 2023

Eight red cards, thirty two goals and more talking points than a Peter Andre exclusive, Gameweek 11 had everything. Even by the implausibly high standards set in Fantasy Football, this…

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Facing Inter, Ranieri badly needs a Roma revival

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Sep 24 2010

Inter Milan v AS Roma Serie A Sunday, 8 November 2009 San Siro Kick off: 20:45 As Internazionale faces AS Roma at the San Siro this Sunday, Roma manager Claudio…

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Sergio Aguero Interview: I would adapt easily to English football

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Apr 6 2023

Sergio Aguero inherited the mantle of star striker at Atletico Madrid from Fernando Torres and on Tuesday night he showed exactly why, scoring two excellent goals in a 2-2 draw…

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Should Arsenal sell Clichy?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 5 2009

Arsenal, Gael Clichy. Should Arsenal sell him if a big offer comes in for the left-back?

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Rockin’ Robin Reminiscent of Raul?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 4 2009

Van Persie of Arsenal FC is starting to mature into his new role as the central striker. He is getting into good positions and has scored 7 goals.

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Video Review: Portsmouth v Hull City, Braga’s rise and Valencia fight for Champions League football

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 5 2009

Join celebrated football pundit, author, radio show host and DJ Andy Brassell every Monday on the Soccerlens Show. This week’s episode focuses on the Premier League relegation battle (it’s already…

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Soccerlens Predictor

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 26 2021

After a very long and hard work, we are proud to announce that the new version of SL Predictor is up and running, offering a new experience for our members….

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How Real Madrid can beat AC Milan at the San Siro

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 20 2011

AC Milan v Real Madrid Tuesday 03 November 2009, San Siro UEFA Champions League Kick-Off: 19:45 UK (20:45 CET) Real Madrid face the daunting task of taking on AC Milan…

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PSG’s title challenge is back on track

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 3 2009

With the swine flu doubt cleared up, Paris Saint Germain picked up their first win since the 30th August on Sunday, beating Sochaux 4-1. After years of struggling the Paris…

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The Trouble With Rangers

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 2 2009

It seems that whenever I write an article for this site it’s about one of two things; Scottish football’s decline or uprising. No prizes for guessing which one this falls…

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Napoli party like it’s 1988

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Nov 2 2009

The last time Napoli won at the Olimpico in Turin against Juventus was on a cold November day in 1988. Diego Maradona and Ciro Ferrara were wearing Azzurro, as Napoli…

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