Aubameyang’s exit serves tragic reminder of the ghost that haunts Arsenal
As Barcelona signed Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, a deep sense of despair and anguish was experienced by the Arsenal fans. It hadn’t been long after Aubameyang, who was finally expected to break Arsenal’s captaincy curse, was handed over a fresh contract following…
Frenkie de Jong poses one of Xavi’s sternest challenges
While there is no doubt over Xavi’s prowess as a midfielder, even he faced the strongest of concerns while making his way up at Barcelona. The Spaniard came close to leaving for Real Madrid in 1999, as confirmed by his…
Iker Casillas, arguably the ‘greatest’ ever goalkeeper bids adieu
Legendary Spanish goalkeeper Iker Casillas on Tuesday (August-4) announced his retirement, at the age of 39. Lo importante es el camino que recorres y la gente que te acompaña, no el destino al que te lleva, porque eso con trabajo…
Valencia: New Batman Javi Gracia faces a tough road ahead
2019-20 proved to be an extremely turbulent season for Valencia, with manager Albert Celades sacked and former Watford coach Javi Gracia handed the reins. The onus lies with the new manager, team president Anil Murthy and new scouting director Miguel…
Pune to Camp Nou: Fulfilling a glorious lifelong dream
Ever dreamt of an opportunity to watch your favourite team LIVE at the home ground? It’s hardly an uncommon one with almost every Asian football fan guilty of day-dreaming over the same, at-least once in his/her life. But, what if…
Did Real Madrid dodge a bullet by missing out on David de Gea?
David de Gea is everywhere at the moment, isn’t he? Sadly, it has not been for the right reasons since the 2018 WC in Russia, where he made just one save for Spain with six goals conceded from seven shots…
Barcelona’s quality attack gets timely audition as Lautaro deal stalls
A Barcelona move for Inter Milan attacker Lautaro Martinez seems like a bleak possibility, with the expiry of the striker’s €111 million release clause. While this may come across as a massive blow for a fan-base which has been crying…
How can Quique Setien get the best out of Antoine Griezmann?
The life of a top-flight footballer is hardly an easy one. Performing consistently at the highest level with excellent performances through thick and thin, despite battling injuries, niggles, intense criticism and immense competition is a superhuman feat to say the…
Will Barca wonderkid Ansu Fati emerge as Messi’s heir or perish?
As the Camp Nou leapt in celebration to celebrate another Barcelona goal against Valencia, the moment marked the arrival of yet another wonderkid on the big stage. Anssumane Fati Vieira, a kid from Guinea-Bissau who joined La Masia from the…
Arthur: Will Barcelona’s desire to sign Pjanic cost them dear?
The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc in every corner of the world, with the world of football especially hit badly. Matches across all of Europe’s top five leagues have been postponed, with a haunting lack of clarity over when action…