It’s an often repeated sentiment that the World Cup and the Champions League only really come alive after the group stages. Once the initial excitement subsides, it’s best to wait until the phoney wars are over and the true drama of the knockout stages commences. This year’s Champions League may be a rare exception though. […]
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Club success gives Southgate Nations League dilemma
While English football looks forward to the prospect of four domestic clubs competing in two European cup finals next week, the historic achievement threatens to overshadow the national side’s appearance in the semi-finals of the inaugural Nations League. When Gareth Southgate’s men qualified for the latter stages of the tournament back in November, the country […]
Levy facing key decisions as Manchester United target Pochettino
Tottenham Hotspur chairman Daniel Levy revels in his reputation as a tough negotiator. Suitors have been repeatedly warned off attempting to sign the club’s best players, and the few who have succeeded have been forced to pay top dollar. However, the most important negotiations of Levy’s 17-year tenure at the club may be about to […]
England’s strikers a cause for concern
As Britain faces temperatures as low as -15°, England manager Gareth Southgate will be warmed by the form of Harry Kane. The Tottenham striker is closing in on becoming the first Premier League player to reach 40 goals in a top flight season since Cristiano Ronaldo achieved the feat a decade ago. Delve deeper though, […]
Moura must buck trend to become a success
Much like their north London rivals, Tottenham seldom sign players in the January transfer window. Yet this winter both clubs have splashed the cash. While it is Arsenal’s frenetic activity which has understandably drawn the most attention, Tottenham’s £23m deal for PSG player Lucas Moura carries its own sense of intrigue. Long considered to be […]
Will Son Heung-min light up the Premier League?
Even the most optimistic Spurs fans were beginning to accept that Europa League qualification was the best the club could hope for this season. After selling expensive flop Roberto Soldado to Villareal (where he has regained his goalscoring touch), Tottenham Hotspur appeared short of attacking options. The fans hope Harry Kane can replicate last season’s […]