Will Neymar become the best in the world?

With Brazil’s more than convincing going over of Spain last night, it’s safe to say Brazil are back, the passion, pride and the olé’s are back. The Maracana played host to the resurgent Brazil breezing past a sub-par Spanish side who struggled to contain one man, many will be playing alongside next season, Neymar.

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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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Scouting Jese Rodriguez (Video)

The star of the current Under-20 World Cup has been Spain striker Jese Rodriguez who is the top scorer at the tournament. The Real Madrid man is a special talent who has a very bright future.

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Scouting Gerard Deulofeu (Video)

One man who is currently dazzling us at the Under-20 World Cup is Barcelona youngster, Gerard Deulofeu.

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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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Mikel Arteta: Arsenal's engine (Video)

From the moment he joined the Premier League when Everton signed him on loan in 2004 and then permanently in 2005 I have always admired Mikel Arteta.

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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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My star of the Under-21 Championships – Arsenal target Asier Illarramendi (Video)

Since 2008, Spain have won six European Championships at all levels of football which just cannot be a coincidence. Their style is unmatched and they are seemingly in their own league currently when it comes to the Beautiful Game. Critics said they wouldn’t be able to produce a new Xavi, Xabi Alonso or Sergio Busquets, all of which have dominated the Spanish senior midfield in recent years. Step forward, Asier Illarramendi.

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Chelsea favourite on the move?

For a key cog in the creative hub of Chelsea's front-line, one could be forgiven for scoffing at the notion that Juan Mata may well be on his way out of the London club. 

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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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Gary Lineker: so much more than a bag of crisps (Video)

Gary Lineker's post football career has been so successful that it is sometimes easy to forget that he once was the most prolific striker on the planet.

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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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Confederations cup can give Fernando Torres his confidence back (video)

Spain will take part in the Confederations Cup hosted in Brazil over the next couple of weeks as winners of the European Championships from last year. One of the things a lot of people will be looking out for in this tournament will be how Fernando Torres plays for Spain, he began to find some confidence towards the end of last season’s Premier League campaign and fans of the striker will be hoping that Torres can really find himself again in this tournament.

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Villarreal lose an icon as Marcos Senna heads Stateside (Video)

After 11 seasons, including a total of 363 appearances in all competitions, Villarreal legend Marcos Senna is to leave the club at the end of his contract.

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The England national team: failure to launch

Another anti-climax in a major international tournament for the Three Lions leaves a poignant reminder that we need to inspire creativity in our homegrown players to succeed on the national scene. Or does it?

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