It’s fair to say that life after Sir Alex Ferguson will be the main storyline of next season’s Premier League soap opera. Many look to him as the glue that has held Man United’s two-decade dominance together. In that spirit, in true MOTD2-style, let’s take a look at what the Premier League’s top positions would have looked like without the Hair Dryer.
Goals straight from the kick-off are generally met with greater joy than any. It gives the lucky team and supporters a break from the usual feeling and inching their way into a match. It’s not such a welcome experience for either the opposing team, or those unlucky fans that are yet to make their way to their seats.
Jose Mourinho’s prospective return to Chelsea has been one of the worst kept secrets in football for some time now. A big part of his allure, aside from the mountain of trophies, is his post-match interviews, and the dignity he often displays (eye-poking aside).
David Moyes’ defection from Everton to succeed Sir Alex Ferguson at Man United has set off a game of musical chairs that the world of football has been waiting for. Amidst all the hyperbole surrounding Fergie’s retirement and succession, it is easy to forget that another long era, albeit one not even half his length, is at an end. So who will end up at Everton when the music stops?
One argument has surely been put to bed this week, and that is the debate as to David Luiz’s best position. While initially bought as a centre-back, his touches further up the field (and mistakes closer to his own goal) have perhaps earnt him a new permanent position.
Protective masks and other gear are in fashion on the football pitch. Particularly among those playing for Chelsea it seems. Here’s a look at some famous masked men at Stamford Bridge.
Often when faced with the sight of a ponytailed striker, or luscious flowing locks, I wonder, how on earth do they head the ball so precisely, and surely the manager would prefer a slightly more streamlined style? Here’s a selection of surfer cuts from over the years.
In a fortnight that has seen Gareth Bale awarded the double wammy of PFA player of the year and young player of the year, it’s fair to say that Gary Neville would feature pretty highly in any punditary equivalent. Having struck gold with Neville’s brand of no-nonsense yet intelligent Mancunian analysis, Sky Sports are staying in the north with their appointment of Liverpool’s soon-to-be-retired Jamie Carragher.