Premier League
STATS: West Ham’s Noble covers more distance than anyone vs Lallana the focus for Southampton
West Ham v Southampton, Saturday 15:00 – West Ham lost 3-1 to Arsenal in their last Premier League game, with Mohamed Diame putting West Ham ahead – That was Diame’s first goal from ten attempts at goal with 50% on target. The striker’s attempts to win the ball back have not been so successful, with […]
STATS: Graham’s defensive effort for Swansea vs Kone’s attacking impact for Wigan
Swansea v Wigan 15:00 – Two of Swansea’s stars of the season, Michu and Wayne Routledge, were on target in their 2-2 draw with Reading in their last Premier League game – The pair are now ranked 20th and 23rd in the EA SPORTS Player Performance Index respectively, having scored seven goals between them, almost […]
STATS: Liverpool’s Suarez leading with shots and dribbles vs Gorkss excellent tackling for Reading
Liverpool v Reading 15:00 – Liverpool couldn’t take all three points against North West rivals Stoke in their last game, with Martin Skertl and Raheem Sterling both hitting the post while Steven Gerrard and Daniel Agger both went close – Suarez was again at the centre of the headlines after he had a penalty claim […]
STATS: Gera’s hard work for West Brom vs Tevez’s assists for Manchester City
West Brom v Man City, Saturday 15:00 – West Brom continued their incredible start to the season with a fine 3-2 victory over QPR at the Hawthorns last time out. Goals from James Morrison, Zoltan Gera and Youssouf Mulumbu combined to cement the Baggies firmly in the top 4, a spot they looked unwilling to […]
STATS: Lennon’s crossing for Tottenham Hotspur vs Torres’ top conversion rate for Chelsea
Tottenham v Chelsea, Saturday 12:45 – Goals from Steven Caulker and Aaron Lennon were enough to give Spurs their fourth consecutive victory in the Premier League and release any early season worries over coach Andre Villas Boas with a 2-0 win over Villa – Caulker’s goal came from an initial effort by Jermain Defoe, who […]
STATS: Manchester United’s Scholes’ best passing rate vs Stoke’s Shawcross’ clean tackling
Man Utd v Stoke 15:00 – Manchester United remain second in the Premier League after goals from Jonny Evans, Patrice Evra, and Tom Cleverley completed a comprehensive 3-0 victory against Newcastle – Evans’ progress into the United first team has been fast tracked in recent seasons by injuries. The defender has contributed nine clearances, three […]
STATS: Tetty’s work rate for Norwich vs Carzola and Arteta’s midfield battle at Arsenal
Norwich v Arsenal, Saturday 17:30 – Alexander Tetty played his first full game for Norwich against Chelsea, and put in a match high 6.7 miles during the game. That’s the third highest distance covered by a Norwich player in any game this season – Bradley Johnson is renowned for enjoying the physical side of the […]
STATS: Fulham’s improving work rate vs Holman’s defensive work for Aston Villa
Fulham v Aston Villa 15:00 – Fulham could only take a point out of their game with newly promoted Southampton, despite goals from Keiron Richardson and an own goal earnt from a deflected John Arne Riise shot – Southampton are consistently one of the hardest working teams in the EA SPORTS Player Performance Index, and […]
What is the London price difference? Chelsea, Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur, QPR, Fulham and West Ham compete
*season ticket covers the 19 Premier League home matches plus a further seven cup credits (eligible for FA Cup or European competitions), so 26 matches in total Findings: – The cheapest season ticket in London is Fulham, which is ÂŁ586 cheaper than Arsenal’s least expensive, which is a 147% increase. – Arsenal have the most […]
What is the price difference between supporting Manchester United and Manchester City?
Findings: – The cheapest Manchester United season ticket is is ÂŁ257 more than the cheapest at Manchester City, which is a 93% increase, meaning you can almost buy two season tickets at the Etihad for the price of one at Old Trafford. – The most expensive Manchester United season ticket is ÂŁ255 more than the […]
The Importance of Mikel Arteta to Arsenal
The Spanish national team is blessed with a plethora of world-class midfield players, meaning that 30-year-old Mikel Arteta is still awaiting his first cap for the senior international side. Although the likes of Xavi, Andres Iniesta and Xabi Alonso have ensured that Spain have managed rather well without him, this blog looks at just how […]
The complete footballing history of Manchester City star Sergio Aguero
Born, June 2nd 1988 Joined Independiente, 1997 Became the youngest player to debut in the Argentine First Division at 15 years and 35 days, breaking the record previously established by Diego Maradona, July 5th 2003 Became the youngest player to compete in Copa Libertadores, February 2004 Scored his first goal for Independiente in a 2-2 […]
Steven Caulker Is Proof Of Tottenham Hotspur’s Improving Youth Policy
It’s still early days in the 2012-13 season, but the turning point for the fortunes of Tottenham Hotspur may have been half-time in the home match to Queens Park Rangers. Spurs were 1-0 down, playing terribly against the side bottom of the table. QPR with central midfield duo Alejandro Faurlin and Esteban Granero to the […]
AVB steps out of Mourinho’s shadow with Tottenham Hotspur
His second coming didn’t start very well and critics were already calling for his head after the first three games, but it seems like Spurs have turned a corner and they owe it to Andre Villas Boas. After stepping out of Mourinho’s shadow and proving his mettle at Porto, the job at Chelsea seemed like […]
Friedel happy to compete for place at Tottenham Hotspur
When new Tottenham manager Andre Villas Boas opted to sign the French goalkeeper Hugo Lloris, during the summer transfer window many of football commentators, and those who bet on these things at sports bet and online casino gambling sites, were wagering on Brad Friedel’s days with the White Hart Lane club being numbered. The American […]
Sunderland fan pays ÂŁ40 to watch Manchester City make them look distinctly average
Peter Sixsmith had his perfect day out carefully planned. A red and white win at the Etihad, a quick trip to Hyde to watch the Gatesheed Goats in Conference action then a trip to Old Trafford for the Rugby League. Well as we know the first part went awry, the second proved a bridge too […]
How lies, the Nou Camp and changes to statements cost Chelsea men in commision’s verdict
Commission conclusion – It’s not just “highly unlikely” that Ferdinand accused Terry of calling him a “black cunt”, but that he did not, because in the brief time that it took Ferdinand to advance up the pitch towards Terry, why would the focus of Ferdinand’s abuse and insults of Terry have changed so quickly from […]
STATS: Sandro covers most ground for Tottenham Hotspur vs Aston Villa’s hard working El Ahmadi
Tottenham v Aston Villa, 15:00 – Tottenham recorded an historic 2-3 win away to Man Utd last weekend following a fine all-round performance. An early opener from Jan Vertonghen, as well as a great finish from Gareth Bale and another from Clint Dempsey secured the points for Andre Villas-Boas side. – Jermaine Defoe continues to […]