Author Archives: Kartik Krishnaiyer

Clint Dempsey’s selection as captain of the United States Men’s National Team a year ago by head coach Jürgen Klinsmann was a head scratcher at the time. Having not displayed discernable leadership skills on the pitch, one had to assume … Continue reading →

Many Manchester City fans have created a frequent scapegoat in Martín Demichelis. Yet the Argentine defender has been solidly unspectacular this season helping the Blues stay in the title race to claim the first piece silverware this season — the … Continue reading →

Roberto Soldado, whose £26m move to Spurs turned into the subject of much ridicule, finally scored a goal again from open play in the Premier League this season. His goal on Sunday was the first in the league during 2014. … Continue reading →

On Saturday, needing a victory against Chelsea for psychological reasons, Manuel Pellegrini made three courageous decisions in the FA Cup 5th Round. Jose Mourinho’s mastery of Pellegrini required the Chilean to get one over on his Portuguese rival on this occasion. … Continue reading →

Felix Magath’s appointment as the new Fulham boss brings one of the most enigmatic, controversial and successful Bundesliga managers of the last decade to the Premier League. Magath becomes the first German to manage in England’s top flight as well … Continue reading →

Two seasons ago the Magpies were flying. Alan Pardew had offloaded problem players Joey Barton and Kevin Nolan, creating a harmonious dressing room atmosphere. Last January, with the side struggling against relegation, owner Mike Ashley opened his wallet up and … Continue reading →

The talk among many Manchester City supporters about a quadruple had reached a fever pitch following last Wednesday’s 5-1 victory over Spurs at White Hart Lane. Delusions of grandeur and historically unprecedented feats had begun to sweep City’s fandom with … Continue reading →

Chelsea’s 1-0 victory at the Etihad Stadium on Monday night gave Jose Mourinho’s side the inside track on the Premier League title. With a much more favorable run-in than their title rivals, Mourinho’s men have put themselves in an advantageous … Continue reading →

Depending on what Premier League club you support, the January transfer window was either thrilling, dull, disappointing or, if you’re a Newcastle United fan, thoroughly depressing. Here are the winners and losers in the January transfer window based on the … Continue reading →

Leeds United captain Ross McCormack reacted to the sacking of his boss Brian McDermott by calling Sky Sports live on-air to share his surprise at the announcement. The astonishing call, where McCormack confirmed that McDermott had been sacked as Leeds … Continue reading →

Arsenal’s shock move for Kim Källström, best known for his time at Lyon, raised some eyebrows today. But the veteran midfielder bought from Spartak Moscow certainly has the pedigree and quality to make a positive impact for the Gunners. The … Continue reading →

West Ham United have signed midfielder Abdul Razak. The former Manchester City youth player joined the Hammers on a short-term contract Thursday. What type of player is Razak? And how exactly will he help the Hammers? Razak was probably the … Continue reading →

World Soccer Talk interviewed commentator and presenter Steve Bower today on the eve of NBC’s Premier League transfer deadline show that will be aired live on NBCSN in the United States from 6:30pm to 7:30pm ET. During the interview, Bower … Continue reading →

Tom Ince offers Crystal Palace something completely different going forward than they currently have. The son of former Manchester United, Inter Milan and Liverpool star Paul Ince, the younger Ince is a versatile pacey player who can play in either … Continue reading →

West Ham United is currently in a lamentable era as the club continues to underachieve spectacularly. Since the departure of manager Harry Redknapp in 2001, the Hammers have bounced between the top two divisions of English football on multiple occasions … Continue reading →

QPR midfielder Adel Taarabt, who was on loan at Fulham this season, has completed a deal to join Italian giants AC Milan. This will end the career in English football of one of the most enigmatic and mysterious young players … Continue reading →

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho today decried the tactics of his rival Sam Allardyce tonight in the 0-0 Chelsea draw with West Ham at Stamford Bridge. “[West Ham's style of football] is not Premier League, this is not the best league … Continue reading →

Manchester United manager David Moyes has long preferred a tactic where he plays with two out-and-out wingers who can float inside when needed. Wayne Rooney isn’t 100% match fit, so with the signing of Juan Mata, Moyes dropped Adnan Januzaj … Continue reading →