Erik ten Hag played a major role in Ralf Rangnick’s surprise exit from Manchester United – the latest Insider Notebook from ESPN. PLUS: Why Man City are happy to lose Raheem Sterling and Gabriel Jesus this summer. jump to: Liverpool receives the support of the FA | Why are City happy to lose Sterling, Jesus? … Read more
A group of US investors took control of British soccer team Chelsea last month – and some Wall Street insiders are still struggling to understand why. Todd Boyle – a Los Angeles Dodgers owner credited with his free-spending strategy over the past decade to revive the MLB team – pledged a similar path to Chelsea … Read more
In the breathless moments after the final whistle in Premier Leaguea player is introduced to a temporary interview group, told that he has been selected as the Man of the Match and invited to make large and comprehensive conclusions about the game and its importance. After a particularly impressive solo performance, the player may be … Read more
Passing grids are one of the most popular data visualizations in football. They’ll give you a quick look at the team’s approach to possession: average form, the relative importance of different players, pivots, and edges of the passing game. It shows who passes to whom and how often. With the nerd scheming going, passing nets … Read more
Once the club football season is over, everyone’s attention quickly turns to the upcoming transfer window. The Summer Market allows managers to sign new players and sell team members they consider to be redundant based on the previous campaign. Fans eagerly anticipate the business that their beloved team will complete, while VIPs in clubs spend … Read more
Sadio Mane Keen to secure stay away from Liverpool – But his teammate and fellow attacker Mohamed Salah He’s not going anywhere this summer, regardless of whether he signs a new contract. The prolific Egyptian international intends to reject any attempts to keep him away from Anfield during the upcoming transfer window. He is fully … Read more
