The Champions League final promises an end-to-end game between two of the most entertaining sides in the world. On the one hand, we have a five-time European champion, Bayern Munich, who have a 100% record in the competition. Regardless of the result in the final, fans will remember this Bayern
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RB Leipzig vs Paris Saint-German – UCL Semifinal 1 Preview
The first semifinal of the Champions League can be looked at from two perspectives. One from the purists' point of view, the other from the eyes of the power of money in football. In 2008, FC Augsburg second-team coach, Thomas Tuchel, asked an injury-prone defender, Julian Nagelsmann, to do some scouting
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
Assessing low-budget options for Southampton to target in the transfer window
After finishing 11th, Southampton can applaud themselves on a solid league season. In Ralph Hasenhüttl's first full campaign in charge, the club have risen in the table since their early 9-0 defeat to Leicester City. "You can see the team is learning quickly," Hasenhüttl told reporters following their 3-1 win over Sheffield
A deterioration of a talented squad – AS Monaco
An overview of Karim Benzema’s most impactful season with Madrid
Real Madrid have done it. After two years of settling for second best in La Liga, Los Blancos have finally restored their position as Champions of Spain, following a scintillating title race with their perennial rivals Barcelona. After the loss of talisman Cristiano Ronaldo, arguably the best player in the
PSG’s Academy puzzle
Recently, Bayern Munich secured a double transfer of Leroy Sane of Manchester City and Tanguy Kouassi of Paris Saint-Germain. While most of the headlines will rightly belong to the high profile transfer of Leroy Sane, Bayern's coup of the 17-year-old Frenchman from PSG has also raised some eyebrows at PSG's
1 point since October and death threats – The devastating 19/20 season at Toulouse
Ligue 1 has often been an under-covered league in football writing and journalism, however here at EADF, one club’s performance this year has shocked us both on and off the pitch. Despite finishing bottom, Toulouse would have been thankful when the LFP (The Ligue de Football Professionnel) decided to put
The psychological challenges of recovering from long term injuries
Sport is a canvas for mankind’s imagination. A most beautiful painting where we see mental thought and creativity combine with wonderful, mind-bending feats of physical prowess. Different sports provide different things for fans to enjoy. Yet football stirs up intense passions, often far more powerful and emotive than any other
Manchester City’s Ban and Financial Fair Play – Is It As Fair As It Could Be?
Sutras from The Clairefontaine and a Thai Cave
Incredible lessons from a football field in Russia and a flooded cave in Thailand. The French team lifted the world cup and 12 boys were miraculously found and rescued against all odds. Did coaching matter? This article is brought to you by Mansi Kapoor of Cult Altered. “Everything you go through has
Kylian Mbappé Inspires France To a Memorable Win Against The Argentinians
France and Denmark Play Out Most Boring Game of This World Cup
Despite the sense of recreation that was exuded by the French camp following their two consecutive victories over Australia and Peru that sealed their spot in the round of 16 and Didier Deschamps equaling his predecessor Raymond Domenech’s exceptional record 79-match reign at the helm, the former Juventus coach would
Mbappé Finds the Net As Les Bleus Get Across The Line
Pogba secures all 3 points for France with late deflected winner
Who will be the talisman for France this time around?
It was supposed to be France’s time, as the rampant host nation were overwhelming favourites to lift the 2016 Euros in their backyard. The team was steadily building its confidence and were gathering momentum before their high octane clash against the reigning world champions, Germany in the semi-finals. It was the final before the
World Cup Group C Analysis: France and Denmark Front Runners
By Anirudh Madhavan Group E is a well-balanced mix of teams, comprising of France, Denmark, Peru and Australia. It features diverse styles of football, from the off the cuff brilliance of France to the solid tactical Australian approach. While France will aim to win the tournament, the likes of Peru and
France down Italy, as Dembele nets a stunner.
France World Cup Preview – Les Bleus’ time is now
Nasri and Kondogbia make switches!
Antalyaspor signs Nasri. Image via Daily Sabah. (https://goo.gl/U4ks6e) The transfer window sees another absurdity take place as Samir Nasri leaves City for an estimated fee of 3.2 million pounds. Reports confirm his move to Turkish club Antalyaspor. Nasri will be joining the likes of Samuel Eto’o, although reports from the Turkish