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    Entries in Spain (57)

    Monday
    Jan212013

    Why do the Spanish produce more technically talented players than us?

    Why do our European neighbours in Spain seem to produce more technical gifted players that seem to play with so much flair & creativity compared to our home grown talent?  I have visited Barcelona to see how they develop their players from grassroots through to pro clubs.  What is the relationship like with players, parents & the link from Pro Club to Boys' Club.  You will be surprised with some of my findings...

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    Saturday
    Jan192013

    The defensive midfielder(Video)

    The holding midfield position is one that is often overlooked. Although it may not be the most glamorous of jobs on the pitch, it is essential to a successful team. A defence often needs a helping hand, that's where a holding midfielder comes in, picks up the pieces, breaks up play. As I said not the most glamorous of jobs, but one that is vital. 

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    Friday
    Jan112013

    What the FIFA World XI tells us about modern football

    Spain just can't seem to stop winning, can they? They've certainly achieved on the pitch – having been the first ever side to retain the European title, and picking up a World Cup in between.

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    Friday
    Nov302012

    Brazil 2014: Same old story, different ending

    This summer saw England head to Euro 2012 carrying the hopes of a nation that expected little from their team.

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    Thursday
    Oct252012

    Andres Iniesta - a class apart (Video)

    UEFA are criticised for many things but in their recognition of Andres Iniesta as the Best Player in Europe award for the 2011-12 season, ahead of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, the organising body should be applauded.

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    Wednesday
    Oct172012

    Late Giroud equaliser bodes well for Arsenal (Video)

    It may seem like stating the obvious but Olivier Giroud’s dramatic late equaliser to give France a deserved point against an all-conquering Spain side may just be looked upon as one of Arsenal’s most important moments of the season.

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    Sunday
    Jul152012

    Which Country Used their Bench Best at the Euros?

    The mental aspect of football is just as important as the physical. No team has become successful without players who know their roles and a manager that’s defined their style. Yet, for all the weight carried by tactics, it’s very difficult to change things once a match has actually started.

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    Tuesday
    Jul102012

    What the European Championships taught us

    Three Thoughts on the Euros

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    Monday
    Jul092012

    Spain Are In A League Of Their Own

    It has been two weeks since Spain successfully defended their European Championship crown which also counted as their third straight tournament win.

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    Monday
    Jul092012

    The Euros confirm the worst for England

    Spain won the European championship on Sunday evening and became the first national team ever to win three major tournaments in a row when they dismantled a tired looking Italian side 4-0.

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    Thursday
    Jun282012

    Too much fuss is being made of the Ronaldo penalty

    Despite the best efforts of Portugal to end Spain’s domination in international football, the Cristiano Ronaldo led national team crashed out of Euro 2012 via the harsh medium of penalties on Wednesday night.

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    Wednesday
    Jun272012

    Spain need a front-man against Portugal

    Vicente Del Bosque sprung a surprise when he fielded six midfielders and no strikers in the 1-1 draw with Italy at Euro 2012 earlier this month.

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