Seven days ago, the narrative surrounding this season’s LaLiga title race seemed clear. Despite only holding a narrow advantage, Barcelona were operating at a significantly higher level than Real Madrid. Many expected them to ultimately pull clear of their rivals, who have flattered to deceive for the best part of 18 months. However, the events …
By Eduard Bănulescu It’s not quite a qualification, and not exactly a punishment for the teams in the UCL play-offs. What it certainly does mean is that exciting fantasy football Champions League contests will be getting underway. That doesn’t mean much without a plan. Here are the picks that you can use to start yours. Did you …
Chelsea have been enveloped in scepticism for a couple of seasons and for many that feeling was greater heading into the 2024/25 campaign. A new manager at the helm – the third permanent Clearlake appointment – and another busy summer in the transfer market with familiar faces departing and new arrivals. But Enzo Maresca, his …
Following a busy January in the transfer market, the battle for survival is hotting up, with at least half of LaLiga in the relegation picture. Sevilla face Alaves, and Levante host city rivals Valencia, in the two big games at the bottom this weekend. At the other end of the table, Real Madrid can go …
By Eduard Bănulescu Igor Tudor has been tasked with putting out a great fire in London. He’ll be managing Tottenham Hotspur until, at least, the end of the season. He follows in the footsteps of Thomas Frank. And, he has the strange double mission of avoiding Premier League relegation and winning the Champions League. Just what …
By Eduard Bănulescu Vitor Pereira has become Nottingham Forest’s fourth manager of the 2025/26 Premier League season, a campaign that was meant to be a celebration of recent achievements. As things stand, Pereira’s mission is to please an unpredictable owner and disappointed fans. Additionally, the team is back into an unpredictable relegation battle. What will Pereira’s …
Real Oviedo and Levante currently stand out as by far the most likely relegation candidates in LaLiga. However, just four points currently separate Getafe in 11th place and Rayo Vallecano in 18th. With Girona, Sevilla, Alaves, Elche, Mallorca, and Valencia sandwiched in between, an almighty scrap for survival is brewing. The winter transfer window has …
By Eduard Bănulescu Some people get misty-eyed when they talk about it! Some people talk about particular matches or goals in the Brasileiro Serie A the way that they’d talk about their spouse, or their first child being born. Yes, South American football still elicits this kind of passion. And, Brazilian Serie A fantasy football remains …
By Eduard Bănulescu It’s maddening how quickly things change in the EPL. One day, they’re screaming for you to get on the first plane to Saudi Arabia, and the next, they’re calling you the best player in the league. That’s precisely what needs to be prepared for, namely, the next big changes. And they tend to …
On Sunday afternoon, Chelsea secured an important home win after a 2-1 victory over Newcastle. Despite an early equaliser from Alexander Isak, goals from Nicolas Jackson and Cole Palmer moved Chelsea up to fifth place as the matchweek came to a close. But, how did each Chelsea player perform? Robert Sanchez – 5.5/10 Although Sanchez …