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LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 24: Jose Mourinho Manager of Chelsea looks on prior to the Barclays Premier League match between West Ham United and Chelsea at Boleyn Ground on October 24, 2015 in London, England. (Photo by Jordan Mansfield/Getty Images)

Jose Mourinho makes his return to Stamford Bridge for the first time since managing Chelsea

0 comments by on 10/21/2016

Only once before has Jose Mourinho entered Stamford Bridge as a visitor. In 2010, his Inter Milan team Chelsea in the last 16 of the Champions League on the way to winning the competition. Now as manager of Manchester United, Mourinho heads back to the Bridge this weekend to take on his former employers. An early […]

LJUBLJANA, SLOVENIA – OCTOBER 11: Jan Oblak of Slovenia dives for the ball under pressure from Daniel Sturridge of England during the FIFA 2018 World Cup Qualifier Group F match between Slovenia and England at Stadion Stozice on October 11, 2016 in Ljubljana, Slovenia. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Are international breaks good for anyone?

0 comments by on 10/20/2016

We have finally moved past the international breaks for at least a few weeks. Let us rejoice for the time being. In all seriousness, with club soccer starting back up, we have to ask: Does the international break benefit anyone in club soccer? For teams doing well, you could argue that it gives them a […]

LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 15: Swansea City manager Bob Bradley gives instructions during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Swansea City at Emirates Stadium on October 15, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Looking back at Bob Bradley’s Swansea City debut

0 comments by on 10/18/2016

Much has been made of Bob Bradley’s hire as Swansea City manager. He’s the first American to coach a Premier League team, and as such, carries the mantle of American soccer in the EPL at the moment. He’s a man that’s led two national teams as well as clubs in the U.S., Denmark and France. […]

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – MARCH 17: Match day scarves are sold outside the stadium prior to the UEFA Europa League round of 16, second leg match between Manchester United and Liverpool at Old Trafford on March 17, 2016 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

The key factors for victory in Liverpool-Manchester United

0 comments by on 10/17/2016

Today’s Liverpool-Manchester derby is not only a big game, in comparison to most games in the league. It is a huge game for two giants of English soccer. A win is vital for both team, especially in terms of the media narrative that will follow the game. Looking ahead to the derby, what are the […]

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 15: Maarten Stekelenburg of Everton saves Kevin De Bruyne of Manchester City penalty during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Everton at Etihad Stadium on October 15, 2016 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Watch: Maarten Stekelenberg saves two penalties for Everton against Manchester City

0 comments by on 10/15/2016

Call it the yips, call it a problem, call it whatever you like but Manchester City are struggling from the penalty spot this season. There’s a big mental aspect when it comes to taking penalties and when you lose even the slightest bit of confidence in yourself you’re already coming in at a disadvantage. Coming […]

LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 15: Mesut Ozil of Arsenal celebrates scoring his sides third goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Swansea City at Emirates Stadium on October 15, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Watch: Mesut Ozil scores on sensational volley

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There are few things better then when a team starts clicking all over the field. The team plays well, goals are scored in bunches, points are accumulated, and everyone seems to be happy. Even when things get tough, when a team is in a run of good form they seem to always catch a break […]

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – MARCH 22: The match day scarf is displayed on a merchandise stall prior to the Barclays Premier League match between Liverpool and Manchester United at Anfield on March 22, 2015 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Liverpool vs. Manchester United: A narrative maker

0 comments by on 10/14/2016

The upcoming Liverpool-Manchester United derby match is big this year. Way bigger than previous years. Why is that? This match comes at the perfect time to create a narrative for both teams. We are seven games into the season now. After this match, we will be 21% of the way through the season. We’re right […]

LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 20: Josep Guardiola manager of Bayern Munich looks thoughtful prior to the UEFA Champions League Group F match between Arsenal FC and FC Bayern Munchen at Emirates Stadium on October 20, 2015 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Paul Gilham/Getty Images)

Pep Guardiola can ban pizza and wifi as long as Manchester City keeps winning

0 comments by on 10/13/2016

In order to keep his team focused on Premier League and Champions League glory, Pep Guardiola has banned certain things from Manchester City players in hopes to help them focus on their play and performance. From banning pizza to wifi at the training ground to multi-colored boots for youth players, Guardiola has banned all these […]

DONCASTER, ENGLAND – MARCH 27: Marcus Rashford of England during the U20 International Friendly match between England and Canada at the Keepmoat Stadium on March 27, 2016 in Doncaster, England. (Photo by Nigel Roddis/Getty Images)

Where does Marcus Rashford belong with England

0 comments by on 10/12/2016

Since making his first team debut in February, no English player not named Wayne Rooney has been talked about more than Marcus Rashford. Ever since the teenager broke into Manchester United’s first team, all he’s done is score goals. It doesn’t matter what the competition is, Rashford is unfazed by it. Rashford came up a […]

ENFIELD, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 10: Interim England manager Gareth Southgate walks out for an England training session at the Tottenham Hotspur training ground on October 10, 2016 in Enfield, England. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

Should Gareth Southgate get the England job?

0 comments by on 10/11/2016

Gareth Southgate has now equaled Sam Allardyce’s incredible record as England manager with a convincing win over Malta. With two solid goals, which could have been even more if not for Malta’s goalkeeper, and the lion’s share of the control of the game, the questions are starting early. Should Gareth Southgate take charge of England full-time? […]

LONDON, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 02: Josep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City looks on during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City at White Hart Lane on October 2, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

Have Spurs found the blueprint to beat Manchester City?

0 comments by on 10/5/2016

The shock result of last weekend, for many, was Tottenham defeating Manchester City in a thrilling 2-0 win over the previously untouchable league-leaders. More importantly than just winning the game, though, was the style in which they did it. Manchester City had their periods of being threatening, but Spurs largely controlled the game. The question […]

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 02: Ander Herrera of Manchester United (L) speaks to Jose Mourinho, Manager of Manchester United (C) after the final whistle during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Stoke City at Old Trafford on October 2, 2016 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

What went wrong for Manchester United against Stoke?

0 comments by on 10/4/2016

Manchester United’s bad September has bled into October. The Red Devil’s final match before the October international break was supposed to be a straightforward affair. A home match against a Stoke City side that entered the match in 19th place and hadn’t won at Old Trafford in over 40 years. Coming into the match United […]

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – AUGUST 10: Bob Bradley, head coach of United States Soccer stands on the sidelines before the first half of a friendly match at the New Meadowlands on August 10, 2010 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Jeff Zelevansky/Getty Images)

Why Swansea fans should feel good about Bob Bradley as their manager

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Bob Bradley has been named the new manager of Swansea City and became the first American to become manager of a Premier League team. While many in the United States were thrilled that an American finally has a chance to show what he can do, there wasn’t such enthusiasm in Wales. On social media, Swansea […]

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 02: Paul Pogba of Manchester United reacts to shooting wide of the goal during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Stoke City at Old Trafford on October 2, 2016 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Can, and should, Paul Pogba face a ban for violent conduct?

0 comments by on 10/3/2016

This weekend saw a 1-1 draw between Manchester United and Stoke City, after a late Joe Allen goal leveled the scoring. Shortly after that, Paul Pogba did this while attacking a late corner. At first, we are unable to make out exactly what happened, since the camera isn’t focused on the incident. All we see […]

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