1. Leeds in Norwich: Leeds United haven’t been relevant to fantasy football for a long time. Indeed, since their relegation in 2003, United haven’t even been relevant to real football. Leeds used to be really good, but now they’re managed by Neil Warnock, who divides his time between Elland Road and Gringotts Wizarding Bank. I […]

“If you are good enough, you are old enough.” This adage can be heard around the halls of Liverpool's training ground, Melwood. Along with an inclusion of youth, the Liverpool squad of 2012/13 has already seen drastic changes for the better. Departing to Boston on Liverpool’s North American tour, Rodgers surprised many by allowing a […]

At the moment, comments abound about people "speaking too soon" this season and I think for the most part that sentiment is well founded. The sensible pragmatist stays well clear of this type of comment, the worst place to have egg is on your face and there is nothing eggier than suggesting in early September […]

The two big games on Sunday provided us with some further insight into how the respective teams will approach this season. Here are some tactical points that proved to be key in determining the results, and some things that may be worth keeping an eye on for the upcoming campaign: Southampton 2-3 Manchester United Robin […]

Hugo Lloris is already unhappy with Tottenham manager Andre Villas-Boas, according to Didier Deschamps. And so he should be given Brad Friedel's performances wearing the Tottenham goalkeeper's shirt during the team's draws against Norwich City and West Bromwich Albion. The French goalkeeper expects to start for Tottenham, but Friedel will not give up his shirt […]

Video: FOX Soccer studio tour with Rob Stone This season, FOX Soccer has moved into a brand-new studio for its coverage of the 2012-13 soccer season. The new home for FOX Soccer's coverage of the best soccer leagues is the new-and-improved Studio 2A at the FOX Sports Network Center in Los Angeles. The studio is […]

In a crowded midfield at Chelsea, it's not surprising that Raul Meireles has been sold. But what is surprising is that no other Premier League club was able to capture his signature since he's obviously a gifted midfielder who did well at Anfield and Stamford Bridge. Instead, the Portugal international is heading to Turkish club Fenerbahce […]

Despite the early hour on a recent Sunday morning, a group of cheerful and eager fans made their way to Lir on Boylston Street in Boston. Clad in red and white jerseys, complete varying names of team heroes and an iconic crest, fans trickled into the Irish pub. They did not come to cheer on […]

When Luciano Spalletti used it, it made Roma one of the most talked about teams in Europe. When Scotland manager Craig Levein used it, he was roundly castigated for even trying it. And when Spain used it in Euro 2012, it caught pundits, fans and the opposition alike off-guard. The 4-6-0 formation in itself is […]

Charlie Adam is looking to get his Premier League career back on track. His transfer deadline day move to Stoke City may work out for both him and manager Tony Pulis. After having a memorable season during Blackpool’s stint in the Premiership scoring 12 goals, Adam earned himself a £6.75 million move to join Kenny […]

Three games into the new season, and Liverpool is already in a state. It’s hardly a shocking revelation. In fact it’ll be easier to reflect over the past few years and pinpoint a time when they were not in crisis. Once again, the bane of the supporters is the club’s owners. Following the closure of […]

The average manager is in charge of a Premier League for just 55 matches. Yesterday, Sir Alex Ferguson celebrated 1,000 matches in charge of Manchester United after the Red Devils came back to defeat Southampton 3-2. Those 1,000 matches in charge of one top flight English club is an incredible achievement, and it's one that […]

Liverpool owner John W Henry has written an open letter to defend Liverpool's transfer strategy. The American owner admits that the club has made mistakes in the transfer market during the first two years of ownership, and says that they don't want to do mortgage the future of the club with risky spending. The letter […]

Free agent Michael Owen is being pursued by both Sunderland and Stoke City. Both Premier League clubs are trying to land his signature. While his best years are past him, he's still the type of clinical striker who would be a good option to call off the bench to score a winning goal — that […]

What else could you really expect from Sir Alex Ferguson’s 1,000 Premier League match? On a waterlogged pitch against a hungry Southampton squad on the verge of a statement win, Manchester United’s most sensational summer acquisition, Robin van Persie, saved the day and his teammates from facing the ire of a disgruntled Sir Alex. Yet, […]