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The Evolution Of The Modern Goalkeeper

The role of the goalkeeper has undoubtedly changed over the years. A look back to the 80′s makes this plain to see. A time where Neville Southall was considered one of the best goalkeepers in the world, and has a FWA footballer of the year award to show for it. Now if we look at Neville he wouldn’t look out…

Audrey Mitchell
Premier League

The death of the box to box centre midfielder ft. Claude Makélélé

Whilst typically locked in debate on the way to Wembley for England’s game against France the other day, it suddenly occurred to me that box to box midfielders are a dying breed. Steven Gerrard, Frank Lampard and Paul Scholes are some of the best players of our generation. All great drivers of teams who could both score goals and make…

Ayden Wallace
Premier League

Should Chelsea sell Diego Costa in the summer?

According to reports Diego Costa could be on his way to Atletico Madrid this summer. His former club have reportedly made him their top target following the sale of Jackson Martinez to China. Chelsea are keen to keep hold of the Brazilian born Spanish international following a huge up turn in form after Guus Hiddink took charge of the club.…

Butch Roberts
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