The end is in sight. In the very near future, fans will be able to return to some major European Football stadiums in larger numbers. While Ligue 1 and the Bundesliga have been experimenting with it for a while, Premier League teams have been without the 12th man for over 6
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Brugge, Olympiacos, Ferencvaros: The UCL Outsiders That Could Surprise Us All
Every year when UEFA run the draw for the Champions League Group Stage, we try to pinpoint the ‘dark horses. Infact, we generally categorise teams into the ‘Favourites’, ‘Dark Horses’, ‘Underdogs’, and then, more loosely, the ‘write offs’. The teams that consider being in the prestigious competition an achievement on
30+ Footballers; Where Age is a Burden and Where it Succeeds
New Signings to look out for in the 2020/21 Premier League campaign
Podcast Episode 7 – FPL 20/21 launch – Initial pricing reactions
FPL's new player price values have been released for the upcoming Premier League season and our in-house FPL experts Anirudh Shenoy and Samson Baretto shared their first reactions to the newly released figures. Listen in as they crunch the numbers and give their predictions for the forthcoming season! Club rundown - Arsenal
Podcast Episode 6 – Young and Emerging players in the Premier League
Kicking off with EADF ❗ NEW ❗ Ep 6 Emerging players in the PL | Guests - Anubhav Sarker & Rohit Suresh 1.57: Mount, 3.52 Lamptey, 6:42 Neto, 8:30 Cantwell, 12: 15 Foden, 15.40 Greenwood, 20:05 Tomori, 23:36 Douglas Luiz, 27: 00 Sakalicous, 31: 17 Eric Garcia, 35:48 Obafemi, 38:08 Vroom Vroom, 42:38 CHO. 45:13 Captain America, 48:57 Connolly, 51:43 SARR, 56: Reece James, 59:01 Brandon Williams, 1:02:24 Ramsdale, 1:07:51 Gabrieeeeeel, Join
Could 20/21 be the most difficult Premier League ever?
With Liverpool's stunning runaway victory of the Premier League title last season, some pundits and fans wondered if England had become more like France or Germany. Were we now seeing a separation between the league's best teams and those around them? The gap between 2nd placed Manchester City, and 6th placed
Looking back at the career & life of one Africa’s most divisive players – Emmanuel Adebayor
For many, Emmanuel Adebayor represents the epitome of a modern-day mercenary in the world of football. And maybe that is understandable, considering the Togolese 36-year old has represented 11 different clubs since the beginning of the 2000s, three of them alone within the borders of London. Always with an exceptionally
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang – Le Professeur’s last impactful signing
Analysing what the future could hold for the big three London clubs
There is new hope, enthusiasm and anticipation about proceedings at Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur. The Blues over-achieved in Frank Lampard's first season and their new signings make Chelsea hot property for next season. The Gunners believe that they have a tactical genius in Mikel Arteta, who has also impressed
Arsenal’s centre-back pairings over the years
It all started going very wrong for Arsenal five years ago
Embracing the ‘new normal’ will take time
The lockdown, due to the pandemic, has brought about the true sentiment behind the well-known axiom, 'you don't know what you have until it's gone'. While people are subconsciously aware of life and its sudden and frail nature, the virus has seemingly brought these feelings of trepidation to reality. People from
FPL Scout Report 26 – Which teams to target?
FPL Scout Report 25 – Double-gameweek 30+ Chip Strategies
FPL Scout Report 24 – Players to consider for double-gameweek 30
With just two days remaining for the GW30+ deadline following Project Restart, we start off with a Double Gameweek with rearranged fixtures for Manchester City, Arsenal, Sheffield United and Aston Villa. The fixtures in GW 30 for these teams are as follows – Manchester City – Arsenal (H) Burnley (H) Arsenal – Manchester
FPL 19/20 Report 23 – Four key points to help you navigate the remainder of the season
Can England’s Young Lions lead them to victory at Euro 2021?
The Carousel Keeps Turning
It has been two years since Arsene Wenger stepped down after two decades in charge of Arsenal. A shining light of longevity amongst Premier League's increasingly dwindling managerial tenures, Wenger's departure arguably signalled the end of an era for the Premier League. However, the Frenchman's departure was widely touted as
Odsonne Edouard – A prodigious talent at just 22
From a mining village in Chile to conquering South America and beyond – The Alexis Sánchez story
Finding the right balance – Tactical Analysis of Arsenal under Mikel Arteta
FPL Scout Report 22 – Players Watchlist And Captaincy Picks For Gameweek 28
The FPL revolution which changed perspective all around
Oh, Fantasy Premier League! You can’t bear the stress it brings every week. But you can’t live without it! Ever since coming into prominence, the FPL frenzie has collided with the social media boom to result in an addictive combination. Currently, more than 2 million users are registered, including certain Premier
Gunning for change – How Arteta’s past could shape Arsenal’s future
Major Soccer Stars Not Satisfied with their FIFA 20 Ratings
FPL Scout Report 20 – Players to watch out for GW19 and Captaincy Picks
FPL Scout Report 19 – Captaincy options for Gameweek 14
FPL Scout Report 18 – The watchlist ahead of GW 14
FPL Scout Report 17- Gameweek 13 Review (Part 2)
FPL Scout Report 15 – Captaincy options for Gameweek 13
We’re back with the Captaincy Article ahead of Gameweek 13. We’ve picked three players and a differential who we expect to do well and do justice to their owners as captaincy options this week. Sadio Mane Sadio Mane enters gameweek 13 as a strong captaincy candidate as Liverpool travel to a struggling
FPL Scout Report 14 – Analysing the teams with a promising fixture run-in
Could the Europa League Save Unai Emery’s Skin at Arsenal?
‘Blessed is he who expects nothing, for he shall never be disappointed.’ Those were wise words from Alexander Pope; however, he never got to experience the wrath of the modern football fan, who shall not be scorned by perceived below-par performances and results. Expectations are a funny thing in football. Most fans
An on-going problem faced by footballers – Abuse on social media
Unai Emery’s Arsenal is a ticking time bomb….and it’s about to go off!
FPL 2019/20 Scout Report 13 – Captaincy Options ahead of Gameweek 10
We’re back with the Captaincy Article ahead of Gameweek 10. With easy home matches, Manchester City and Liverpool players dominate the captaincy options this week. A Manchester City Player (Aguero/Sterling/KDB) Manchester City come into gameweek 10 having one of the best fixtures attacking wise among any other team which makes the likes
FPL 2019/20 Scout Report 12 – The Watchlist
FPL 2019/20 Scout Report 11 – Captaincy options for Gameweek 9
FPL 2019/20 Scout Report 10 – The Watchlist ahead of gameweek 9
We're back with the weekly FPL Watchlist ahead of Gameweek 9 where I’ll provide you with players who we expect to do well in the upcoming gameweeks along with a differential pick to help you climb up the overall rankings. So let’s get started! Ricardo Pereira (DEF: LEI 6.2m)/Caglar Soyunchu (DEF: LEI
FPL 2019/20 Scout Report 9 – Captain bonanza
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 22: Mohamed Salah of Liverpool runs with the ball during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Liverpool FC at Stamford Bridge on September 22, 2019, in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) Written by Samson Baretto Sergio Aguero The Argentine has been in red hot
FPL 2019/20 Scout Report 8 – The Watchlist for gameweek 7
FPL 2019/20 Scout Report 7 – Downsizing at the back?
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 22: Andrew Robertson of Liverpool battles for the ball with Marcos Alonso of Chelsea during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Liverpool FC at Stamford Bridge on September 22, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images) Written by Anirudh Shenoy It's been an
FPL 2019/20 Scout Report 6 – Captaincy options for gameweek 6
FPL 2019/20 Scout Report 5 – The Watchlist
FPL 19/20 Scout Report 4 – Assessing Captaincy Options For Gameweek 5
Kieran Tierney – Worth the wait
Several summer signings have already made an impact at their new clubs, with the likes of Sebastian Haller, Daniel James, and Tyrone Mings already more than proving their worth in the Premier League this season, while Chelsea’s returning youngster Mason Mount almost represents a brand new recruit for the Blues.
Robben, Sneijder and van Persie – Netherlands’ iconic modern trio and their larger influence
Which Premier League manager is the least likely to face the sack this season?
Premier League Transfer Business & what Clubs have Conducted the Shrewdest Business?
Making Moves – The 10 most promising transfers of the Premier League this summer
FPL 2019/20 Scout Report 1 – Assessing budget options & differentials with high potential
Petr Cech – The Czech with gloves of gold
By Ninad Barbadikar The Premier League is an ever-changing landscape and out of all the clubs, Chelsea is probably the one club that has enjoyed considerable success despite significant changes at the helm. Earlier this summer window, The Blues of London welcomed back an old favourite amidst their ranks in the
Arsène Wenger’s Invincibles – One of the greatest stories in the Premier League era
Knocking on the door – Potential challengers to the Big 6
By Kabir Ali Leicester City’s remarkable Premier League title win back in 2016 wasn’t just a footballing miracle, but a modern-day fairytale that transcends sport itself. The fact that at 5000/1, odds were shorter on Kim Kardashian becoming President and Elvis being spotted alive; showing the staggering scale of their success.
A Cocktail of Color, a Potpourri of Persona: The Modern Football Manager
The growing stench at The Emirates
Arsenal Season Report | 2018/2019
Hakim Ziyech Transfer Column | Part One
Romanticism and realism are two sides of the same coin that cloud the judgment of any zealous fanbase witnessing their club in the midst of a footballing fairytale. While their team’s unanticipated overachievements prompt them to dare to dream, pragmaticism takes precedent as they realize that this only puts their
Potential casualties of the top 4 battle
Young Lions – Emile Smith Rowe
Ole’s at the wheel – Manchester United Player Ratings vs Arsenal
FA Cup 4th Round Match Preview – Arsenal vs Manchester United
Written by Anaamaya Mishra Competition - FA Cup - 4th Round Venue - Emirates Stadium Referee - Craig Pawson Timings - 19:55 GMT (25th January), 01:25 IST (26th January) The FA cup lights up early as the record holders, Arsenal welcome Manchester United to the Emirates for the 4th round tie. The side from North
Young Lions – Reiss Nelson
Memorable FA Cup finals revisited
The tragic but inspiring tale of Santi Cazorla – Romance in football isn’t dead yet
Santiago Cazorla González or “Santi” completed his comeback into the world of football by scoring a brace for his club, Villarreal, against Club World Cup Champions Real Madrid. It bookended a happy few months for Santi at his boyhood club after a horrific two years plagued by surgeries, injuries, and
Ranking Premier League teams by Expected Goals
Manchester United vs Arsenal: Big Match Preview & Team News
Premier League Recap – October 20th – November 11th
EADF is back with another monthly recap of the English Premier League. Club supporters can put the final international break of 2018 behind them, and turn the footballing world’s attention back onto domestic football and the leagues they follow. Due to the interruption of the recent UEFA Nations League and
Arsenal’s Unbeaten Streak decoded – What Has Emery Done Right This Season?
Premier League Recap: 1st September – 7th October
The Impact of Nutrition and Medical Intervention In Modern Football
What Do New Stadium Projects Really Mean For Fans?
Cardiff vs Arsenal: More than just a win
Premier League Recap: August
Future Foundations: Defenders Arsenal Should Target To Replace Their Old Guard
Arsenal have begun their first season under Unai Emery showing the same defensive frailties that plagued them during Arsene Wenger’s final campaign. They attempted to address this issue with the summer signing of Sokratis Papastathopoulos from Borussia Dortmund and while the Greek international has so far looked a marginal upgrade
Iconic Match Reviews – Arsenal vs Tottenham 2011-2012
Arsenal 5-2 Tottenham Hotspur – 26th February 2012 The 2011-12 season was a roller-coaster ride for many an Arsenal fan. From the rock-bottom lows of the 4-0 defeat to AC Milan and the unforgettable 8-2 disaster at United to some pretty impressive wins away at Chelsea(5-3) and Liverpool(2-1), fans were kept
The London Derby: Arsenal’s Perspective
Manchester City Fire Early Title Warning Shots After Resounding Win Over Arsenal
Five Iconic Premier League Games
The world’s most loved sporting league will return this weekend with a carnival like no other. The Premier League now has 20 mega wealthy football clubs, with players from 107 nations being represented. The league has evolved adapting tactical innovation throughout its history. Each year, gripping storylines and plot twists
Arsenal Season Preview: Moving Forward With Emery
After what has undoubtedly been a World Cup for the ages, pundits and fans are geared up for what promises to be another enthralling season of Premier League football. Heralded as the most captivating competition on the planet, all eyes will turn towards one mouthwatering contest in particular as Arsenal