Remembering the best - Zinedine Zidane (Video)

To continue my trend for today of remembering particular greats of the game, I will now turn my attention to Zinedine Zidane because I clearly didn't use enough adjectives in my Dennis Bergkamp piece. Regardless, I have chosen Zidane as my midfielder to reminisce in because he's an utter joy to watch. He was one of the reasons why I wanted to become a midfielder, he was my idol growing up and I think anyone looking for inspiration to pick up a football and go kick it around then he is a player that can do that. This video demonstrates exactly why.

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The future's bright for French football

A casual observer of the modern game will tell you that the future of football lies in Spain, who have had success throughout all international age groups but also European dominance with their club sides. A more interested observer will tell you that Germany has the potential to be the future Kings of Europe and the world. You only have to look as far as the all German Champions League final. However, a dedicated follower of football will tell you that France are developing into a country that will compete with Germany and Spain for many years to come. A patriotic Englishman will argue that England are in with a shout, but they will even be shot down by the casual observer.

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A tactical look at striker options - have we seen the death of the partnership?

Once upon a time, nearly every team in Europe played with two strikers in their line of attack. There were various combinations of player types that could work well together, but most seem to be dying out now as the movement towards a lone striker backed up by three attacking midfielders appears to be gaining favour with managers. I decided to look at some of the most effective, and memorable, striking partnerships from recent times and assess whether we really are witnessing the end of such an era.

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A look back at Real Madrid's Glactico era

Every summer, football fans would spend hours glued to sports websites and television channels in anticipation of a strange annual phenomenon that used to occur in Madrid.

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Andres Iniesta: poetry in motion (Video)

Whilst Xavi takes a lot of praise for his passing ability for Spain, and Lionel Messi receives all the plaudits for his goalscoring talent at Barcelona, there is one player that makes both of these fantastic individuals look so good on a regular basis yet receives far less media attention.

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David Trezeguet - Remembering a French Hero (Video)

With Juve combing Europe in search of a reliable goal scorer, it’s worth noting how the Old Lady has consistently looked to France to fulfil its goal-scoring needs.

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Is one striker now better than two? Food for thought

Last week we were treated to a trip down memory lane during the inaugural Manchester United Legends’ Cup Final which pitted Real Madrid’s and the Red Devils’ stars of yesteryears against each other

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Real Madrid actively pursuing Tottenham talisman

 

You could almost set your watch by it. Sergio Ramos has become the latest Madridista to wax lyrical about Tottenham employee Gareth Bale.

The use of the word employee is deliberate and motivated by

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Real Madrid legend believes that no price tag will stop Premier League star moving to Spain, but is he worth it?

Real Madrid director of football Zinedine Zidane has warned Tottenham that not even a 60 million pound asking price will put interested clubs off bidding for Gareth Bale.

Rumours have left White Hart Lane over the pa

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Do you remember? Filippo Inzaghi (Video)

Perhaps one of the most infuriating strikers to ever play the game, due to his frequent ability to be caught offside on a regular basis, but also one of the best goal poachers that football has ever seen. This is how many people would sum up the career of ex-Juventus, Milan and Italy striker Filippo Inzaghi. He formed a deadly partnership with Alessandro Del Piero during the late 90's and new millennium and was loved by fans of Juventus whilst despised by opposition supporters.

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Paul Scholes' final farewell

Whilst Sir Alex Ferguson has taken all of the headlines regarding his impending retirement as manager of Manchester United, another man is also about to call time upon his Old Trafford career. Quiet, media shy and always keen to avoid the spotlight; Paul Scholes is the third highest appearance holder at the club and has blossomed into one of the finest midfielders in the world under the tutelage of his boss. Now he is set to bow out in just the way he would want; without a lot of fuss made over him and with a Premier League medal to add to his impressive collection.

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Real Madrid ready for a shake up

What changes will occur at Real Madrid if Jose Mourinho does decide to leave in the summer? He will no doubt be disappointed that his team have fallen at the semi-final stage of the Champions League once again, especially as he was brought in with the specific aim of leading Madrid back to the top of the European game. With recent comments and interviews indicating that he is on his way out of the Spanish capital, speculation has already begun about the future of this historic club.

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Paul Lambert - Dortmund’s secret weapon

In case you thought Borussia Dortmund are intruders to the Champions League crème de la crème, think again. The recently-dethroned Bundesliga champions were the winners of the 5^th edition of the UEFA Champions League 16 years ago. And guess where they trounced Juventus 3-1?

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Zizou- A Player that will go down in history

The great Zinedine Zidane, this great striker of the French generation was a spectacle to watch in his day after playing for the biggest clubs in Europe.

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Bend it like Beckham

David Beckham, the legendary midfielder from Leytonstone, London, England, the man has done it all, he has represented his country, winning the premier league title 6 times, FA Cup twice and one champions league final victory but has he still got it to be called up for a place in the England National team for World Cup 2014.

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