By Ewan Day-Collins

Chelsea 1 (Mata, 47)
Fulham 1 (Dempsey, 56)

When Bryan Ruiz cut loose on the right, rounded a defender with superb skill then sent in an inviting cross that was tapped by Dempsey’s foot into the goal it was perhaps a portent for Chelsea. If it needed clarification the West-London side are now firmly in a tussle for third place; the league title finally beyond them.

This wasted opportunity to close the ever-increasing gap between them and Manchester City showed the conviction that has been missing for the last two seasons. The deserted strength to not only achieve results against the league leaders and high-fliers Newcastle, but to subsequently support this with three points against lesser teams such as Wigan and Fulham has been what has inhibited Chelsea in recent years – and it was once again shown today. Read more »

By Rasmus Lukunka

After a stunning start to the season, Manchester United has recently faced its fair share of challenges. These include an historic loss to their noisy neighbours who consequently leapt 5 points clear, a loss on home soil to Crystal Palace which dumped them out of the Carling Cup and the most shocking and costly defeat at the hands of Basel ending the road in the Champions League.

As to be expected and especially considering the success United has had over the past 20+ years – the executioners are out. They’re licking their lips with razor sharp teeth, ready to take a bite. They’re greeting every slip-up United experience with loud cheer and euphoria! Read more »

By Ewan Day-Collins

22nd December, 2011

Luis Suarez has been handed an eight match ban and a £40,000 fine by the FA this week for racially abusing Patrice Evra in a heated match between Liverpool and Manchester United. Yet, Liverpool FC, on their website, claim that not only will they stand by Suarez’s claim of not guilty, but they believe to have a found a potential issue in the evidence of the proceedings. Read more »

By Rasmus Lukunka

I sometimes find it rather challenging to share my thoughts on certain views without expressing my irritation. This time I’m irritated by all the talk of how Barcelona’s style of play epitomized the beautiful game. I understand that I’m probably 1 out-of 1000 who dares to challenge what has become the status quo in this view…and I’m ok with it. Read more »

By Rasmus Lukunka

Most people have heard the phrase “Practice begins at home.” If you haven’t? Then you have now! But a home doesn’t necessarily have to be a traditional formation involving a family living under the same roof. Home can also be a general environment that you belong to or have been involved with for a period in your life. Whatever the set up, it’s at home where behaviours and skills connect to form your character. Read more »