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Of all the top Brazilians that pop up into our minds whenever we think of the great samba nation’s history in this game we love, I’m surprised that this guy doesn’t come up a little more often … If you aren’t really aware of what… Read More »Rivaldo & His Valuable Deportivo Spell in ’96
Let me tell you something, the general response to transfer stories like this really do grind my gears! If you do a quick Google search on pretty much anything to do with DenĂlson’s move to Real Betis in 1998, I will be shooketh if you… Read More »*Fresh Eyes* on DenĂlson’s Big Betis Move in ’98
Boca Juniors, Independiente, Cordoba, Rosario Central, all enormous names in the world of the Argentinian game. Along with, of course, Isaac Newellâs ‘Old Boys’, which doesnât sound as authentically South American as the others, I’ll admit – but is more than worthy of a notable… Read More »Isaac Newell: The Great British Educator of La Sudamericana
A man whose name is being bandied about in multiple news outlets at present, let’s take a closer look at this guy. At face value, Mauro Arambarri seems to be hitting quite the purple patch in his career right now. Prior to his current spell… Read More »An Impartial View on Getafe’s Mauro Arambarri
It’s a very dangerous game to suggest something like this, but I really do think it’s time we address this. Developing back home in the Caracas youth setup, Wuilker Farinez has proven himself to be a rather unconventional, yet highly talented shot-stopper. And I suppose… Read More »Wuilker FarĂñez: The ‘Venezuelan Spider’ w/ More to Show!
We’ve talked a lot about Serie A defending here on this platform, and there’s no doubting their credentials in this area of the pitch. In his own way, Walter Samuel must be considered to be one of the most commanding and impressive defenders to ever… Read More »The Steely Defensive Approach of Walter Samuel
I can’t imagine that he would have been thrilled to trade the Spanish Sun for the Runcorn rain at the time, but in hindsight, it was a timely change-up for the Ecuadorian. For those who know me (even remotely well), you will know my feelings… Read More »The Strange Loan That Made Antonio Valencia’s Career in 2006
He may not be a Canary for long but, the Argentine’s decision to stay in Norfolk last summer may be the single biggest catalyst for Norwich City’s Championship coronation this season … At first glance, you wouldnât think Emi Buendia was hotly hunted by many… Read More »The Unassuming Genius of Emi Buendia
Since Ronaldoâs departure, Benzema has grasped his opportunity to lead the Los Blancos attack, increasingly proving just how vital he is to the club. Grossly overrated or criminally underrated? Itâs a classic football debate which is, of course, entirely subjective. Who decides which players are… Read More »Brilliant Benzema Is Finally Real Madridâs Main Man!
Some players profess to having some attributes which can be applicable to multiple sports. With Julio Baptista, I imagine one of his could be that of a … physical disposition. And I don’t mean physical in a naughty way (you dirty bugger!) but more like… Read More »The Streets Will Never Forget … Julio Baptista!