Manchester City 1 Manchester United 0 Sergio Aguero’s 10th League goal of the season was enough for Manchester City to beat 10-man Manchester United and go to within three points of League leaders Chelsea. For the visitors it was a case of what might have been had Chris Smalling not been sent off as the Red Devils … Read more
Arsenal have been fragile in defensive midfield as they lack the dynamism that a natural, aggressive defensive midfielder offers. Captain Mikel Arteta plays the role of the holding midfielder, ideally partnering Ramsey. Arteta is not a natural defensive midfielder, but he is rather the deep seated player who keeps the passes rolling. While he does … Read more
At a time when Manchester United are struggling to keep defenders fit, Chris Smalling effectively gifted Manchester City the game after two moments of sheer madness saw the defender disappear for an early shower in the first half. Manchester United gave a great account of themselves in the next 52 minutes as Louis van Gaal’s … Read more
A quarter of the way into a pulsating Premier League, we take a look at a few players who have proven to be value for money. Following key departures at the club, Southampton have perhaps been the surprise package in this early stage of the season, as their astute signings and rebuilding progress has carried … Read more
Arsenal Player ratings vs. Burnley: Sanchez and Chambers shine Arsenal cruised to a 3-0 victory against struggling newcomers Burnley courtesy of some exciting performances from star signing Alexis Sanchez and youngster Calum Chambers. The Gunners played well and climbed to the fourth position on the table, with their points on level with Manchester City. If … Read more
Just a few years ago, Abdul Majeed Waris was the pride of the nation, the envy of a whole host of top clubs in Europe including Manchester United. After a couple of seasons of going below the radar, the Ghanaian international now is back on the spot light again after reports that Manchester United are … Read more
Luis Suarez’s exclusion has rightfully been the focal point of the 2014 Ballon D’Or nominations announced earlier this week. The biting incident at the World Cup has marred his chances given FIFA’s policy that along with the performances a players’ on-field and off-field behaviour would also be considered, but in spite of that Suarez deserved … Read more
Two goals from Alexis Sanchez, either side of a strike from Calum Chambers was enough for Arsenal to ensure back-to-back League wins for the first time this season. Although they we were made to work hard for their opening goal, once the deadlock was broken, the hosts found their fluidity in attack and were bolstered … Read more
Manchester City vs Manchester United Preview There was a time when the Manchester derby filled the blue half of Manchester with dread as City, for much of the last quarter of a century, lived in awe of United and it’s glories. That was Ferguson’s United, one of the truly glorious periods for a side in … Read more
Best Manchester XI This Season (so far) – 6 United and 5 Manchester City stars David De Gea – To arrive in a different country and footballing culture at the age of twenty is not easy, even less so when you have the highest price-tag for a keeper in England hanging around your neck. The … Read more