The Premier League has barely come to an end and the fixture list for the 2016/17 season was released on the 15th June. The Euros are ongoing but we feel that the fixture list is one of the most exciting parts during the build up to a new season; as it gives everyone the opportunity... Continue Reading →
THE EURO 2016 RECAP: WEEK #2
THE ITALIAN JOB I don't think I am not the only one who had a look at the Italian first team and felt no particular sense of fear or anxiety. When comparing this team to previous teams (e.g. Francesco Totti v Emanuele Giaccherini; Del Piero v Éder Citadin Martins) it just feels like the Italians are coming into... Continue Reading →
THE EURO 2016 RECAP: WEEK #1
Welcome to the fourfiveone weekly Euros 2016 review. We will be covering issues relating to the events at the 2016 European Championship in France. DE GEA IN TROUBLE? First Karim. Now De Gea? The Spanish number one has been embroiled in a serious and complex sexual assault case on the eve of the Euros. He... Continue Reading →
Vardy Party at Arsenal? The Jamie Paradox
Out of all the stories to break this summer I never thought this one would fascinate me the most. Jose Mourinho has been hired as the Manchester United manager. Mr. Ibrahimovic (whoever that is) is on the verge of signing for Manchester United. The Euros are just about kick off and England arguably have a... Continue Reading →
He is ‘forgiven’: The curious case of Luis Suarez
(originally published on the 25th February 2016) I remember it as if it were yesterday. I was at a Ghanaian bar in south London, watching the Black Stars (Ghanaian National Football Team) playing tremendous football during the first World Cup in history to be hosted by an African country. Then it happened. The last minute... Continue Reading →
Rambo: The Makings of a World-Beater
(originally published on 4th September 2014) It is always difficult to justify who your favourite footballer is when discussing it with your mates. This is because it is expected that for someone to be your favourite player; they naturally have to be one of the ‘best in the world’. Champions League, League and Domestic Cup medals... Continue Reading →
The ‘United’ Way: The Demise of Tradition?
(originally published on the 3rd September 2014) To the left: a baby faced ‘class of 92’ graduate Ryan Joseph Giggs stretching his right leg. The fact that he is wearing a Vodafone sponsored top indicates that this photo it was taken between 2000 and 2006. To the right: a very youthful Danny Welbeck with a... Continue Reading →
