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WATFORD, ENGLAND – JANUARY 01: Dele Alli of Tottenham Hotspur celebrates as he scores their third goal during the Premier League match between Watford and Tottenham Hotspur at Vicarage Road on January 1, 2017 in Watford, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Dele Alli’s goal scoring form has put Tottenham right in the thick of the title race

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Tottenham’s 2-0 win over league leaders Chelsea was a statement game for the north London side. Not only did Spurs put a halt to Chelsea’s formidable win streak, but they launched themselves back into the title race. Thanks in large part to the club’s 20-year-old attacking midfielder, Dele Alli, Spurs are enjoying their best run of […]

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – JANUARY 02: Josep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City gestures prior to the Premier League match between Manchester City and Burnley at Etihad Stadium on January 2, 2017 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images)

Is Pep Guardiola right in conceding the Premier League for Manchester City?

0 comments by on 1/18/2017

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has admitted that his team are out of the Premier League title race following their heavy 4-0 loss to Everton over the weekend. This loss leaves them 10 points behind league leaders Chelsea, and outside of the top four. With 17 games left in the season, catching up to Chelsea […]

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – JANUARY 15: Jose Mourinho manager of Manchester United applauds the crowd after the Premier League match between Manchester United and Liverpool at Old Trafford on January 15, 2017 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Jose Mourinho is setting Manchester United up for long term failure

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When Jose Mourinho was appointed manager of Manchester United last summer the fan base was split over the decision. Some loved the move as Mourinho seems to win wherever he goes, while others were skeptical since he seems to leave a trail of fire when he leaves. There was also another issue that had all […]

LEICESTER, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 31: Dimitri Payet of West Ham United looks on during the Premier League match between Leicester City and West Ham United at The King Power Stadium on December 31, 2016 in Leicester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

There are no winners in Dimitri Payet’s ongoing transfer drama

0 comments by on 1/17/2017

It’s hard to imagine what else could go wrong for West Ham United this season. After a successful season in 2015-16, and a move to a bigger stadium, this year was supposed to be when they became more than a midtable team. All has not gone according to plan, however. Poor performances and stadium issues plagued […]

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 22: Joel Matip of Liverpool competes with Matt Phillips of West Bromwich Albion during the Premier League match between Liverpool and West Bromwich Albion at Anfield on October 22, 2016 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images)

FIFA is making things unnecessarily worse regarding Joel Matip, Liverpool and Cameroon

0 comments by on 1/16/2017

Liverpool, Cameroon and FIFA are in a bit of a disagreement and Joel Matip is caught in the middle. As of now, Matip is out due to not playing for Cameroon in the Africa Cup of Nations tournament. FIFA rules state that if a player is called up for an international tournament that’s on the […]

during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Liverpool at Old Trafford on January 15, 2017 in Manchester, England.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s late goal grabs 1-1 draw for Manchester United against Liverpool

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It was a contest between two of the world’s biggest clubs, cagey and intense at times, but Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s 84th minute goal saw Manchester United and Liverpool share the points with a 1-1 draw at Old Trafford on Sunday. Liverpool is in third place in the table on 45 points, seven back of first-place Chelsea. […]

LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 31: Diego Costa (R) of Chelsea celebrates scoring his team’s fourth goal with his team mate Marcos Alonso (L) during the Premier League match between Chelsea and Stoke City at Stamford Bridge on December 31, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Steve Bardens/Getty Images)

No Costa, no problem: Chelsea shows resolve in win despite Costa’s argument with Conte

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When news broke that Premier League Golden Boot leader Diego Costa got into an argument with Chelsea manager Antonio Conte over a transfer offer from the Chinese Super League, every neutral and non-Chelsea fan took notice. If there was any way to stop the incredible run of Chelsea and have an exciting title chase, this could […]

MIDDLESBROUGH, ENGLAND – JANUARY 02: Riyad Mahrez of Leicester City (L) walks past Claudio Ranieri, Manager of Leicester City (R) after he is subbed during the Premier League match between Middlesbrough and Leicester City at Riverside Stadium on January 2, 2017 in Middlesbrough, England. (Photo by Nigel Roddis/Getty Images)

Top 5 Premier League players in the African Cup of Nations

0 comments by on 1/13/2017

The African Cup of Nations gets cranked up on Saturday, and while an international tournament in the dead of winter is fun for soccer fans, it’s less than ideal for club sides. There are 24 Premier League players that will be in Gabon for the tournament, and thus away from club sides. All of them […]

Manchester United hosts Liverpool, looks to gain ground in race for Europe

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One of the biggest games in England arrives again on Sunday (11 a.m. ET, NBC Sports Network) when Manchester United entertains Liverpool. Man in the middle: Michael Oliver draws the plum assignment for this one, and fans will note that Liverpool is 4-0 in matches he’s worked this campaign. United, if you’re curious, is 1-1. […]

LEICESTER, ENGLAND – MAY 07: Claudio Ranieri Manager of Leicester City lifts the Premier League Trophy as players celebrate the season champions after the Barclays Premier League match between Leicester City and Everton at The King Power Stadium on May 7, 2016 in Leicester, United Kingdom. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Five predictions for the rest of 2016/17 Premier League season

0 comments by on 1/12/2017

This Premier League season has already been a bit crazy. With Chelsea going on a 13-game win streak, teams looking like title favorites, only to fall away, and teams that we expected to challenge for Europe (Leicester and West Ham) fighting to avoid relegation. Only a madman would try to predict how the rest of […]

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND – MARCH 19: Leighton Baines (C) of Everton competes for the ball against Mesut Ozil (L) and Alexis Sanchez (R) of Arsenal during the Barclays Premier League match between Everton and Arsenal at Goodison Park on March 19, 2016 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Chris Brunskill/Getty Images)

Mesut Ozil and Alexis Sanchez are making Arsenal nervous as they look for new deals

0 comments by on 1/11/2017

This season has the potential to become something of a watershed moment for Arsenal. Questions about the future of their manager as well as two of their star players are beginning to fester. Arsenal badly wants to sign Alexis Sanchez and Mesut Ozil to contract extensions soon, as each player’s current deal expires in 18 […]

Five players due to breakout in 2017

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With 2016 behind us, we can begin looking ahead at 2017. Who is ready to take the bull by the horns and make this year their year? Who have some big question marks over their heads that need answering? Below, we have selected the five players that are worth keeping tabs on this year. Check back […]

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – JANUARY 02: Josep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City gestures prior to the Premier League match between Manchester City and Burnley at Etihad Stadium on January 2, 2017 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images)

Has Pep Guardiola made soccer boring?

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A few weeks ago, after his Manchester City side was thoroughly beaten 4-2 by Leicester City, Pep Guardiola firmly insisted that he is not a fan of tackling. “I am not a coach for the tackles. I do not train the tackles.” Guardiola said at his post match press conference. While the statement is almost […]

LONDON, ENGLAND – JANUARY 03: Swansea City new manager Paul Clement is seen prior to the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Swansea City at Selhurst Park on January 3, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Swansea City appoint Paul Clement as manager in attempt to save their season

0 comments by on 1/4/2017

Heading into 2017, Swansea City has to be hoping the only way left for them to go is up. The Swans seem like a sure fire bet to be relegated in a few months time. Heading into the new year, they’re set to have their third full-time coach of the season. The man for the job is […]

LONDON, ENGLAND – MAY 02: Referee Mark Clattenburg shows a yellow card to John Mikel Obi of Chelsea during the Barclays Premier League match between Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge on May 02, 2016 in London, England.jd (Photo by Ian Walton/Getty Images)

Can Tottenham derail the Chelsea surge?

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Chelsea have won 13 games on the bounce, which is incredible on its own. Tied with the Arsenal “Invincibles,” Chelsea can break a record for most consecutive wins in the Premier League era with a win against Tottenham. With Liverpool dropping points against Sunderland and Manchester City dropping points against Liverpool, Chelsea have a sizable lead over […]

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