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Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest: How Luis Diaz became the Premier League's most feared winger

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Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest: How Luis Diaz became the Premier League's most feared winger It felt like a matter of when and not if Liverpool would move for Anthony Gordon during the summer transfer window. His arrival likely would’ve spelt the end for Luis Diaz at Anfield. The Colombian had been a little inconsistent in front of goal following his January 2022 arrival from FC Porto...

England vs Finland: Why Carsley should again use Grealish following solid Ireland showing

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England vs Finland: Why Carsley should again use Grealish following solid Ireland showing The faux pre-match outrage over whether or not Lee Carsley would sing the national anthem ahead of England's meeting with Ireland on Saturday wasn't enough to dampen spirits as the Three Lions geared up for their first post-Gareth Southgate match. Carsley was viewed by some as a vanilla appointment,...

Stats prove Man Utd can no longer rely on past-it Casemiro

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Stats prove Man Utd can no longer rely on past-it Casemiro A damning indictment of Casemiro's Manchester United demise came in the eventual 3-0 loss to Liverpool last weekend. The Brazilian had started the season brightly for Erik ten Hag's side, but his performance in the defeat to the Reds at Old Trafford felt like end for the midfielder. It was a 'Gary N...

WhoScored Explained: How Manuel Neuer changed world football

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WhoScored Explained: How Manuel Neuer changed world football Germany are ushering in a new era when they take on Hungary in their UEFA Nations League opener this weekend. Following their quarter-final Euro 2024 exit, Thomas Muller, Ilkay Gundogan, Toni Kroos and Manuel Neuer all called time on their international career. For Kroos, he hung up his boots for go...

Portugal vs Croatia: The stats behind Cristiano Ronaldo's record-breaking night

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Portugal vs Croatia: The stats behind Cristiano Ronaldo's record-breaking night Portugal's eventual 2-1 win over Croatia was cause for celebration. Pepe was honoured ahead of kick off with a commemorative 141 shirt following his international retirement upon their elimination from Euro 2024 as fans displayed a Tifo to celebrate the career of the 41-year-old at Benfica's Estadio...

Man Utd News: Why Turkey transfer window offers salvation for Casemiro and 9 others

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Man Utd News: Why Turkey transfer window offers salvation for Casemiro and 9 others The Premier League transfer window closed last month, leaving a number of out-of-favour stars in limbo for their respective sides. However, there is a way out for those surplus to requirements with their teams, with the Super Lig window open until next week.Turkey's top tier has welcomed a number of...

The stats behind Kylian Mbappe's indifferent start to life at Real Madrid

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The stats behind Kylian Mbappe's indifferent start to life at Real Madrid Kylian Mbappe arrived at Real Madrid in spectacular fashion. From the announcement on social media to his unveiling front of 85,000 Los Blancos fans, everything about his signing had a sense of crescendo. And that’s before we mention the thousands of reports spanning two years about the saga t...

Stats prove Tottenham’s Romero trumps Saliba as the Premier League's best centre-back

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Stats prove Tottenham’s Romero trumps Saliba as the Premier League's best centre-back Football fans are already counting down the minutes until domestic action returns later this month. The September international break is so often the worst of the football calendar. Teams have just got their season underway, and supporters, who have had a taste of league action in the early weeks of...

West Ham Transfer News: Why Mats Hummels could prove a smart short-term signing

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West Ham Transfer News: Why Mats Hummels could prove a smart short-term signing While the Premier League transfer window slammed shut on Friday, clubs are still in the market for potential deals. The free agent pool is brimming with talent, with the likes of Adrien Rabiot, Sergio Ramos and Memphis Depay all yet to find a new club following their respective release from their pr...

Future Chelsea star Estevao among potential international debutants

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Future Chelsea star Estevao among potential international debutants The first international break is upon us, and with it; a number of players have been rewarded for their fine domestic form with international recognition. Here we run through 10 players looking to earn their first cap, with stars from England, Germany, France, Brazil, Argentina, Belgium and Scotland...