Most fans will point to Lionel Messi as the natural heir to Diego Maradona. However, a select number of older fans will appreciate the genius of Juan Roman Riquelme. Riquelme was the quintessential No. 10 attacking midfielder, with playmaking ability, infinite passing range, and dribbling… Read More »How Great Was Juan Roman Riquelme?
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
Despite his lack of consistent output for United, Diego Forlan was one of my favourite players growing up … and I was just devastated when he left Old Trafford in 2005. You can say whatever you want about that Manchester United squad from the early… Read More »The Transfer that Made Diego Forlan’s Career in 2005!