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Ian is a freelance soccer writer who works with World Soccer Talk, VAVEL, The Gryphon, and The Trafford Hub. He predominantly writes about European soccer and specializes in reporting, analysis, and interviewing. He has interviewed the likes of Teddy Sheringham and Danny Mills.

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/ 2 days ago

Thomas Frank's Brentford: The epitome of pragmatism

Since securing promotion to the Premier League in 2021, Brentford has established itself as a top-flight side. This is largely because of their manager Thomas Frank. The Dane has led the Bees to 13th, 9th, and 16th-placed finishes since entering the Premier League. Unlike the new norm of promoted sides opting for a more expansive […]

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/ 16 days ago

Manchester City escapes with a point against ten-man Arsenal

Manchester City faced a ten-man Arsenal side for the second half due to a Leandro Trossard red card in the first half. Subsequently, the second half felt more like a City training session than a competitive soccer match. Mikel Arteta tasked his players with defending their box diligently for as long as they could. It […]

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/ 22 days ago

What are Manchester City's 115 most serious alleged breaches?

Manchester City's hearing that will determine whether the club broke the Premier League's financial rules began this week. In total, 115 broken Premier League financial rules charges have been leveled against Manchester City. In what many have called the sport's trial of the century, it's expected to take roughly ten weeks before a decision can […]

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/ 23 days ago

Tactical flexibility of Arteta secures win for Arsenal

Mikel Arteta's tactical tweak proved too difficult for Ange Postecoglou to break down. This game was a must-win for Arsenal after Liverpool unexpectedly dropped all 3 points to Nottingham Forest on Saturday. Tottenham Hotspur also had to respond after losing unceremoniously to Newcastle before the international break. Arsenal finds themselves in a valuable position being […]

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/ 29 days ago

Manchester United eye up a potential move for Eberechi Eze next summer

Manchester United is reportedly monitoring 26-year-old attacking midfielder Eberechi Eze. The English international has an $89 million release clause that United can activate next summer. Eze could be part of a slew of changes that Manchester United wants to make to bolster its squad. Despite drawing ample interest, no club triggered that massive release clause […]

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/ 29 days ago

Manchester City keeping tabs on Bayern prodigy Jamal Musiala

Manchester City is reportedly ready to move for the German international next year. Should an opportunity arise, Man City is aware that it will likely have to offer well over $130 million to have a chance at tempting Bayern Munich. Musiala's current contract expires in June 2026, and Bayern Munich has been adamant that it […]

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/ 36 days ago

Champions League schedule 2024/25: Key dates for new format

Anticipation is building for the Champions League 2024/25 schedule. The Round of 16 phase remains the same as usual. However, the route to the Round of 16 has evolved from the traditional group stage to a larger 'League Phase'. Instead of 32 teams in the competition, there will now be 36. Every team is assigned […]

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/ 39 days ago

Chelsea pulls off last-gasp signing of Jadon Sancho

In a last-gasp deal, Chelsea has signed Jadon Sancho in the final hours of transfer deadline day. At the same time, Raheem Sterling has joined city rivals Arsenal on a season-long loan. Meanwhile, in the third piece of the puzzle, Victor Osimhen will stay at Napoli after a potential move to Chelsea failed to materialize […]

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/ 43 days ago

Maupay criticizes Everton fans for abusing players in viral video

Neal Maupay took to X to express his concerns with the abuse. This outcry from Everton fans came off the back of consecutive thumpings at the hands of Tottenham and Brighton. After being thrashed by Tottenham, the Everton players were subject to verbal abuse while boarding their train back to Merseyside. Immediately upon opening the […]

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/ 44 days ago

Bayern Munich saved by their forwards against Wolfsburg

Bayern Munich certainly made their opening league game challenging. The German giants were ultimately able to weather a second-half VFL Wolfsburg storm and achieve the win. Bayern have their forward players to thank for being able to leave Wolfsburg with three points. Bayern controlled much of the first half and earned a well-worked opening goal […]

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/ 50 days ago

Mallorca proves Real Madrid growing pains early on this season

It was an unceremonious start to the 2024/25 LaLiga season for reigning champion Real Madrid. Mallorca managed to hold them to a draw on a sweltering evening at Son Moix stadium. Many would have expected Real Madrid to impose its dominance in light of the stacked squad now wearing the side's famous white kit. Adding […]

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/ 56 days ago

Manchester United shores up with arrivals of De Ligt, Mazraoui

Manchester United will soon announce the arrivals of Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui. This double deal with Bayern Munich sends the Germans a total of $73 million. The deal will facilitate a reunion between the two former Bayern players and the United manager Erik ten Hag. The Dutch manager coached both players at Ajax. […]