Del Piero - The Legend (Video)

It is true; the one club player is a dying breed. As evidenced with the recent Luis Suarez nonsense, there is no loyalty remaining in football these days.

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One to watch: Manolo Gabbiadini (Video)

Now, bear with me whilst I explain to you the circumstances under which I became familiar with Manolo Gabbiadini.

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Sweden arrive at Euro 2013 with thumping win

Given how the Women’s European championships have been embraced by the people of Sweden it was a real disappointed to see their side struggle to live up to the heightened expectation in their opening encounter against Denmark – however any worries that the entire tournament would prove too much were quashed on Saturday night with a thumping win over Finland.

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The new breed of the Italian national team

Italy have been criticised for being a boring and slow paced team, both the national and domestic clubs alike, but this could be the dawn of a new era with the current players starting to establish themselves in the squad.

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Women's European Championships - Preview

This month sees the biggest contest in European women’s football take place in Sweden. Many might be quick to knock it but the female game has improved beyond belief over the past decade and this tournament is likely to provide ample evidence of that.

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Andrea Pirlo: still the best (Video)

Initially, I was going abstain from watching the Confederations Cup.

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A closer look at the art of the substitution and why Jose Mourinho should be admired

I would like to issue a warning before you (hopefully) read this blog post. 

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Where did Spain go wrong against Brazil? Have they been found out?

If there is one criticism about the all-conquering Spanish national team it is that they can be boring to watch. The endless passing, nice triangles and interchanging of positions are all done as they wait for the crucial moment when their opponents make a mistake and they can suddenly attack. However, as we witnessed during the semi-final of the Confederations Cup against Italy, what do they do when the rival team is well organised, disciplined and happy for them to have the ball?

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Do England stand a chance in Brazil next year?

The Confederations Cup serves two purposes: 1. to fill Sepp Blatter's pockets and 2. a dress rehearsal for hosts Brazil ahead of the 2014 World Cup.

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Neymar could take Europe by storm (Video)

Brazil are safely through to the semi-finals of the Confederations Cup, where they will face Uruguay, and the host nation has been producing some fantastic football during their opening three matches.

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Is football more important than public services?

Although the protests in Brazil began as a response to a price rise in local transport, they escalated across the country and millions of people got involved to voice their anger at the decision to spend millions of pounds on hosting the Confederations Cup and preparing for next year's World Cup.

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Confederations Cup a happy surprise; but dark clouds loom

I wasn't keen on the Confederations Cup to begin with. I didn't see the point in such a tournament and bemoaned that it was another money maker for Blatter and his cronies.

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The excitement of the Confederations Cup (Video)

The Confederations Cup has kicked off in Brazil and we are blessed with some football to fill the barren summer months where there is little to report on except transfer rumours and managerial appointments. The tournament is a strange mix of teams, from the established and historically successful powerhouses to a tiny island nation making their debut. European and World champions Spain are favourites to add yet another trophy to their growing collection, whilst the hosts will be keen to finally play some competitive football after such a long time contesting friendlies.

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England don't stand a chance with Roy Hodgson

In the past we have had high hope; however in recent years those dreams have disappeared and even then we struggle to get out of the group stage. From Roy Hodgson’s half hearted tactical display in the Euro’s last year to Rob Green’s mistake in South Africa... just as it was all going so well. I suppose having the most diverse top league in world football does have a downside, one that you may rightly think severely damages preparation, quality, selection and fitness of our national team.

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How much longer does Fabio Borini have to impress Liverpool?

Liverpool striker Fabio Borini is currently out in Israel playing for Italy’s u21’s at the European Championships where his team have secured progression to the knock out rounds. However whilst Borini will be preparing to be part of the semi-finals he may also have one eye on transfer activity back home which could have an impact on his Liverpool career.

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