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• Ralf Rangnick. Right man, right place, Wrong job!!January 28, 2022
  “He’s never managed in England.” Paul Merson. “He’s never managed in England” or “What does he know about the English game?” are probably two of my most hated statements in football…Well…English Football media. I would add, with my most insincere apologies to Paul Merson…It is also one of the stupidest statements in football! I wouldContinue reading “Ralf Rangnick. Right man, right place, Wrong job!!”
• If Brighton are xG kings. Wolves are the xG jokers!January 17, 2022
  For those old school football fans who write off xG, as it is new and confusing, I apologise, this one is not for you. However, for those who are curious to discuss or even learn about xG, welcome…Come along! In the 2020-21 season, Brighton were hailed as the xG Kings, which in short, is aContinue reading “If Brighton are xG kings. Wolves are the xG jokers!”
• My AFCON 11January 14, 2022
  With the African Cup Of Nations kicking off, I have picked my AFCON 11 and a brief summary of each player. Hopefully, there may be some players you have not heard of. Please tell me yours!! Goalkeeper: Andre Onana (Cameroon). Back with perfect timing for his nations home African Cup of Nations! Onana was arguablyContinue reading “My AFCON 11”
• How to build Newcastle.January 11, 2022
  With the signing of Trippier but the loss to Cambridge United, it is clear that Newcastle are both on the right track, but a hell of a long way from the place we all know they are headed. In recent weeks, we have seen Newcastle linked with Digne, Tarkowski, Ekitike, Wood, Coutinho, Ramsey, Bale, Isco,Continue reading “How to build Newcastle.”
• My experienceJanuary 10, 2022
  For the last 10 years, I have been lucky enough to work at every level of football from grassroots to professional clubs. I am currently Head of youth phase in the Welsh academy system and previously have coached in the English academy system. Recently, I have completed my Masters degree in Football Coaching, which isContinue reading “My experience”