Tag: Premier League
Premier League Managers Potentially On The Move
Over the last few weeks, SWOL has looked at five Premier League players each in defense, midfield and attack, who could be on the move this summer. For this latest installment—looking at which of the division’s managers might be moving on—several potential protagonists got the jump on us. Having held out on signing a new [...]
Premier League End of Season Storylines
A bittersweet moment in every season, this weekend welcomes the final fixtures of our Premier League campaign complete with the regular installment of last-day drama it’s just impossible to go without in the world’s most entertaining division. Champions have been decided and relegated parties are already aware of their fates. However, that doesn’t mean that [...]
Chelsea Seal Second Consecutive European Title With Late Ivanovic Winner
In the first of our two European tournament finals, Chelsea and Benfica may not have started by offering up goal bonanza that all were hoping for, but a second-half surge at the Amsterdam Arena quickly corrected any fears of a bore draw. A more deserving candidate to walk away as the winner of this tie [...]
Liverpool Update: Steven Gerrard to Undergo Shoulder Surgery
Rumors are swirling over a possible exchange of players with Barcelona which could send Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina to Barcelona and send Cristian Tello to Anfield. As the rumor mill continues to spin ever-so-fast, attention must be shifted to that of captain fantastic - Steven Gerrard. At 32, Liverpool have reportedly been allowing Gerrard to [...]
Daniel Sturridge, Frank Lampard Goalfests Celebrated in EPL Week 37
In the penultimate weekend of the Premier League season, only two sides managed to keep clean sheets across eight fixtures, once again highlighting the value for entertainment held in the English top flight. With Arsenal, Manchester City and newly-crowned FA Cup champions Wigan Athletic still to feature in this week’s meetings, the action doesn’t look [...]
A Final Farewell: Old Trafford Says Goodbye to Sir Alex Ferguson
Let the tears flow football fans, Sir Alex Ferguson is only one match away from retirement. After 26 magnificent years with Manchester United, Ferguson stole the show after their 2-1 victory over Swansea City as he addressed Old Trafford. On an evening where so many story-lines could be looked towards to overshadow the evening, Ferguson [...]
Tottenham Keep Champions League Hopes Alive Courtesy of Emmanuel Adebayor’s Strike
As Chelsea secured their spot in next seasons Champions League competition, Tottenham must anxiously await to see if they too can book a spot in Europe’s coveted competition. Tottenham (20-9-8, 69 points) sit in the fourth and final Champions League spot with one match left in their season - however Arsenal are a mere two [...]
FA Cup Loss Adds to Tension for Manchester City
Take nothing away from Wigan Athletic’s gritty and energetic performance to win the FA Cup in stoppage time - but Manchester City had the tools to handle matters fairly easily, but once again faltered. Roberto Mancini and the Citizens will end this season in disappointment. After a glorious finish to last seasons Premier League title [...]
QPR vs Newcastle: Players to Watch at Loftus Road
Relegated Queens Park Rangers host Newcastle United at Loftus Road this morning in one of the most important match ups of the season for the Magpies. Newcastle is just above the relegation zone with just three points separating them from 18th placed Wigan Athletic and only goal difference keeping them above rival Sunderland in joint [...]
EPL Preview: Stoke City vs Tottenham Players to Watch at the Britannia
With only two matches left in the Premier League season, both Tottenham and Stoke City will look to finish strong - especially the Spurs as they chase the final Champions League spot. The Britannia should surely be rocking on Sunday afternoon in hopes of continuing a three match unbeaten run. For Spurs who have not [...]
Tyne-Wear Rivals Newcastle United and Sunderland Fighting to Escape Relegation
With just two games left to run in the Premier League calendar and Manchester United already decided as champions, attention now turns to two specific races— those being the race for a top four finish and the race against relegation. Unfortunately for the north-east, this season hasn’t been a particularly good one for Sunderland and [...]
Does Wigan’s loss to Swansea mean the Latics’ Stay in the EPL is Over?
Although Wigan Athletic had the lead on two occasions, nerves kept the Latics in the bottom three after losing 3-2 to Swansea City at the DW Stadium earlier this week. There are a couple main reasons that saw the club fail to maintain their lead and it now looks like they could be headed down [...]
Transfer Analysis: Five English Premier League Strikers That Could Be On the Move This Summer
SWOL’s look at the top Premier League players that could transfer this summer has taken in defenders and midfielders, and now we take a look at five strikers who might be on the move. From an erratic but outrageously talented African forward who continues to perplex to an England star perhaps in need of a [...]
Roma to Snatch Ajax Star Toby Alderweireld’s Signature from Premier League Suitors
One year on from selling former club captain Jan Vertonghen to Tottenham Hotspur, Ajax are set to lose another of their defensive stars after it became apparent that Toby Alderweireld was closing in on a switch to AS Roma. It’s been apparent for some time that the Belgian star would be leaving the Amsterdam Arena [...]
Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur: Players to Watch in Crucial Clash for Champions League Qualification
On Wednesday, Chelsea will host Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge in a vital match for both sides. A win for Chelsea could bring them that much closer to second place, while Tottenham could rise to fourth place and a subsequent UEFA Champions League qualifying spot should they get the full three points. Of the sides’ [...]
Manchester United: Sir Alex Ferguson Reportedly Considering Retirement
Tuesday evening in Manchester - the world stood still, is Sir Alex Ferguson leaving the helm, at will? According to The Telegraph the Scottish manager is reportedly considering his future with Manchester United after 26 stunning years with the Red Devils. Arguably one of the greatest managers all time, Fergie may be on his way [...]
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