I was bemused to read in some newspapers on Friday morning that the Football Association has widened its search for a new manager to include Real Madrid’s Jose Mourinho and Barcelona’s Pep Guardiola. There is absolutely no way either of … Continue reading →

If, as everyone seems to think it will, the FA is bound to appoint Harry Redknapp as the next England manager, you wonder why it hasn’t done so already. It is, so we are led to believe, an open secret … Continue reading →

There won’t be a shortage of pride this evening at Wembley. Leading out the England team as coach, Stuart Pearce will almost be bursting with patriotism and fervour. A man of uncomplicated approach and passion, for him this will undoubtedly … Continue reading →

This season has witnessed a new interrogation of English clubs in the Champions League. There is no Manchester City left, no Manchester United. There is a 95 per cent risk that Arsenal will disappear, 60 per cent chance of a … Continue reading →