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REVEALED: Europe's top dribblers

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REVEALED: Europe's top dribblers A player who can run with the ball with aplomb, while not the most effective weapon, is a desirable trait for any manager. They can help stretch opposition defences and maxismise the running ability to help pry teams apart in pursuit of goal. Against sides that are remaining steadfast and compact, a...

Neymar silences critics to star in Barcelona's greatest win ever

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Neymar silences critics to star in Barcelona's greatest win ever It’s already been described as one of the greatest games of all time, as Barcelona came back from a 4-0 first leg deficit to stun PSG and the watching world. The match will without question go down in history, and with it so too will the undisputed star of the show.Neymar has faced his fair sh...

Messi papers over the cracks during Barcelona’s identity crisis

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Messi papers over the cracks during Barcelona’s identity crisis There can be no doubt that Luis Enrique is a victim of his own success. When he walked into the Barcelona job at Camp Nou back in 2013, there was an air of uncertainty regarding what to expect from him - but a historic treble soon set expectations high.After a resounding 4-0 Champions League defeat ...

The impossible football quiz #21

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The impossible football quiz #21 There was football at the weekend. Were you watching closely? If so why not test yourself with impossible football quiz number 21? If not, why not test yourself anyway! Let us know how you get on in the comments section......

REVEALED: Six youngsters among Europe's best dribblers this season

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REVEALED: Six youngsters among Europe's best dribblers this season There are many ways to win a football match, but it’s fair to say that all fans - perhaps those of Manchester United in particular - would love their side to play entertaining, attacking football. The most iconic footballers are often those capable of getting you off your seat, with an ability...

In-depth Analysis - Europe's Top Scorers Compared

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In-depth Analysis - Europe's Top Scorers Compared Given the popularity of last week’s in-depth analysis of the Premier League’s top tackling midfielders, we’ve been plotting away again to build a comparison of Europe’s leading goalscorers this season.With just over six weeks until the domestic season’s end in most case...

Champions League Last-16 Round-up

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Champions League Last-16 Round-up The Champions League last-16 stage came to an end with all almighty bang in Munich as Bayern overcame a huge scare to eventually brush aside Juventus in the most emphatic fashion. 2-0 down with 20 minutes to go and staring elimination in the face, Pep Guardiola’s side came from behind to force...

Player Focus: Neymar Now Rightly Considered Among Football's Elite

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Player Focus: Neymar Now Rightly Considered Among Football's Elite El Clásico. Arguably football’s biggest match returns for its latest installment this weekend as the top two in La Liga - Barcelona and Real Madrid - do battle once more. With this clash of the titans going down at the Bernabeu, it’s Los Blancos who hold home advantage, though tha...

Team Focus: Brazil Revert to Type After Strong Start Without Neymar

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Team Focus: Brazil Revert to Type After Strong Start Without Neymar Dunga has made a few surprising decisions during this Copa America and, after his Brazilian side had finally claimed a place in the quarter-final, he also came out with a curious comment.“Now, we have to play to win.”The wonder is how he would describe what they have been doing so far, e...

Match Focus: Brazil on the Brink as Colombia Cruise to Revenge Victory

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Match Focus: Brazil on the Brink as Colombia Cruise to Revenge Victory After Colombia had so deservedly won the game, and Neymar had so irresponsibly lost his head, Dunga attempted to draw breath.“We have to concentrate on playing football,” the Brazil manager said following his side’s 1-0 defeat to Jose Pekerman’s side, which also saw Neymar se...