The most scrutinized footballer in the World – Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior

Opinion

by Suwaid Fazal - November 21, 2019November 21, 2019

Earlier this week, Saudi Arabia hosted two of the most passionate footballing nations in Argentina and Brazil. Both sides were a shadow of what they’re meant to represent in International football and it has been the case for decades now so we shouldn’t be surprised. On the night, Argentina were able

O Monstro: Thiago Silva, The epitome of determination

Captains

by Tanish Chachra - October 16, 2019October 16, 2019

After having an illustrious career spanning 17 years, Thiago Silva is now a household name in Brazil as the PSG captain has surpassed all odds to become one of the greatest football leaders of the 21st century. Abandoned by his father at the age of 5, he did not have a

The Bielsa Way – A Brief Explanation

by EADF Feed - October 11, 2019October 11, 2019

READING, ENGLAND - MARCH 12: Marcelo Bielsa, Head Coach of Leeds United looks on prior to the Sky Bet Championship match between Reading and Leeds United at Madejski Stadium on March 12, 2019 in Reading, England. (Photo by Alex Burstow/Getty Images) Written by Enzo Karema “Football rests on four fundamentals, as outlined

The Left-Overs – Experienced Free agents in the lookout for clubs

News

by EADF Feed - September 25, 2019October 2, 2019

Written by Manutd_analysis This summer managers around Europe had the chance to snap up some elite talent on free transfers. The names that come directly to mind are top players such as Adrien Rabiot, Aaron Ramsey, Ander Herrera, and Diego Godin. These players went to some of the best clubs in the

The curse of the high wage

Opinion

by Abheek Dasgupta - September 16, 2019October 2, 2019

(Photo by ODD ANDERSEN/AFP/Getty Images) | Written by Abheek Dasgupta In the last decade, there has been massive inflation in the football market. A hundred million pounds, which was very recently considered exorbitant for any footballer, is now merely an erstwhile barrier that is broken every summer, even for wunderkinds who

Ebbs & Flows – The life and career of Mario Balotelli

Player Profiles

by Aaryan Parasnis - August 26, 2019October 2, 2019

Written by Aaryan Parasnis Mario Balotelli: Or can we call him football’s very own Mr. Mischief? The Great Italian striker that never was? He has come a long way indeed. In doing so, Super Mario has also made quite a name for himself. Sometimes for the right reasons but more often

Like a glove – Transfers that would benefit players and clubs alike

Opinion

by Udhav Arora - August 15, 2019October 2, 2019

Written by Udhav Arora The days of the summer transfer window of 2019 are winding down and there's a lot that can and should happen. El Arte del Futbol takes a closer look at the transfers that are sensible for all parties involved and should go through before the window shuts.

How PSG can turn the tide with sensible transfers and a pragmatic approach

Opinion

by Anaamaya Mishra - July 11, 2019October 2, 2019

By Anaamaya Mishra Since the Qatari takeover in 2011, Paris Saint-Germain had been synonymous with draining cash on disinterested athletes who carry the intention of earning huge sums of money, thus signifying the end of their careers - this statement must be taken with a caveat. This belief was, of course,

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

Opinion

by Peter Lynch - February 8, 2019October 2, 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,

Nicolas Pépé – Only a matter of time

Player Profiles

by Srinivas Sadhanand - December 25, 2018October 2, 2019

2017/2018 - A false dawn The rapid ascent of Nicolas Pépé from relative anonymity to Ligue 1’s most sought-after prospect is a reality that even the most ardent of Lille supporters would have failed to fathom. Their skepticism towards a new dawn for the French-born Ivorian forward and moreover, their club

Monaco Welcome Atletico In What Promises To Be An Intriguing Battle

News

by Marcelino Da Silva - September 18, 2018

Champions League – Group A – Monaco vs Atletico Madrid 8:00 pm BST (00:30 am IST) Wednesday 18th September ( Early 19th morning India) Venue: Stade Louis II The Champions League is a competition which draws the attention of millions of football fans from all around the world with it’s sheer splendor, glorious history and

As the Dust Settles

News

by Varun Purty - September 3, 2017October 2, 2019

The transfer window saga has ended. As the dust settles, the squads have been finalized. Even if the managers have got the desired results, or not, they have to cope with these players only. Let us examine the signings and how the teams have performed in this crazy transfer window. ENGLISH