Virgil van Dijk: The formative years

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by Peter Lynch - February 24, 2019February 27, 2019

What a season it’s been for Virgil van Dijk. The colossal center-back has been outstanding for Liverpool ever since his arrival from Southampton just over a year ago and, along with Alisson, is the main reason why the Reds currently hold the best defensive record in the league this season.

AS Monaco’s travails – From Champions to relegation fodder in two years

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by Peter Lynch - February 8, 2019February 8, 2019

As the 2016/17 Ligue 1 campaign draws to a close, it's the red and white of Monaco that has taken the country by storm. The champions lift the trophy high, winning their first title since 1999/2000 and their first since the 'Ligue 1' came into effect. Perhaps even more importantly,

The underappreciated genius of Edin Džeko

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by Peter Lynch - January 27, 2019January 27, 2019

The 'Bosanski dijamant' or the 'Bosnian Diamond' for those who reside outside of Sarajevo, Bosnia where serial goalscorer Edin Džeko was born in 1986. From the capital of his home nation to the capital of Italy, the underrated striker is scoring goals and still enjoying his football in Serie A.

Declan Rice – The fulcrum of West Ham’s revival

by Peter Lynch - January 16, 2019January 16, 2019

Academy graduate, fan favourite, most wanted international and now Premier League goalscorer. What a start to life in football for Declan Rice. Oh, and he’s just 20 years of age. Is he destined for the top? Born in London to English parents, you could be forgiven to feel somewhat angered by his pending

Profiling Liverpool’s £27 million target Abdülkadir Ömür

by Peter Lynch - January 8, 2019January 14, 2019

At just 19 years of age, Abdülkadir Ömür may not be a name known to many, but perhaps he will be soon. Very soon. The Turkish wonderkid has rapidly made a name for himself in his hometown of Trabzon, where he has now played an incredible 56 games for the

André Gomes – reborn in Merseyside

by Peter Lynch - December 24, 2018January 14, 2019

There is a long, long list of successful Portuguese players to have hit the highs of the Premier League throughout the years. The names of Nani, Ricardo Carvalho, Deco and Paulo Ferreira spring to mind, with a youthful yet precocious Cristiano Ronaldo not to be forgotten about. Manchester City’s Bernardo

The transformation of Liverpool’s Defence

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by Peter Lynch - December 3, 2018December 3, 2018

Composure. Structure. Stability. Words that certainly haven’t been associated with Liverpool Football Club in recent seasons, never mind their defence. But, fortunately for the Anfield faithful, that has all changed, and what a transformation it has been. Jurgen Klopp arrived at the club in October 2015 and began his tenure

Patrick McEleney – From humble Beginnings to League of Ireland Stardom

by Peter Lynch - November 9, 2018January 14, 2019

Patrick McEleney may not be a name known to many outside the proud island of Ireland, but those who are familiar with the Derry-born playmaker are fully aware of just how special he is. Born in the heart of Derry city, McEleney followed any young player’s dream by representing his local

Steven Davis – Ahead of His Time

by Peter Lynch - October 12, 2018January 14, 2019

Born in Ballymena in 1985, it wasn’t until 2002 that the world of football was first introduced to the talents of Steven Davis. After making the brave journey from St Andrews Boys Club to Premier League outfit Aston Villa, the 17-year-old midfielder hit immediate success, lifting the FA Youth Cup

Hammers Find Their Feet At Exactly The Right Time

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by Peter Lynch - October 4, 2018October 11, 2018

Four league games played; zero wins, zero draws, four losses. Two goals scored, ten conceded. Rock bottom of the table. Safe to say it wasn’t going well for West Ham United at the beginning of the season. Much like it is unfair to judge those teams at the top of the

Bright Future For Young Stars From Ireland & Northern Ireland

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by Peter Lynch - September 8, 2018October 11, 2018

Northern Ireland don’t just have to rely on their main men anymore, despite the fact that they really are on top form already this season. The national team forwards have simply been unstoppable just a few games into the season, whether it be in England or indeed north of the