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Paul Simpson

Professor Champions League

Labels, losers and laughter

It’s a bit early to label Pedro Morales the Chilean Beckham but if the 23-year-old keeps scoring goals...


Tim Stannard and Simon Talbot

La Liga Loca

More mayhem in Mestalla for Valencia

The last time La Liga Loca sticky-beaked its way into Valencia's odious affairs, a good 10 days ago...



Celso de Campos Jr

The Noise from Brazil

Meet Palmeiras’ newest Animal

After the clash against Palmeiras, São Paulo defender André Dias hit out against opponent Kléber, back...


Riccardo Rossi

Serie Aaaaargh!…

The Sopranos taking over Lazio? You couldn't make it up

If Sopranos creator David Chase is on the look out for a new take on the Mafia story then he could do...



Andy Mitten

Confessions of a Correspondent

Pirates, punch-ups and interpreting for Tevez

I’d spent a pleasant day interviewing people in Durban, checking the progress of the new World Cup stadium...


Riccardo Rossi

Serie Aaaaargh!…

Breaktime's over as clubs get back down to business

Well, that’s it, the paparazzi can abandon the beaches now. Christian Vieri is finally back in pre-season...



Paul Simpson

Professor Champions League

War games

A divided island, Cyprus is united in one thing: its passion for football. Especially English football...


Andy Mitten

Confessions of a Correspondent

Passports, jobsworths and the Kaizer Chiefs

“I’m sorry Sir, you’ll not be boarding the aircraft to Johannesburg.” “But…” “I’m sorry.” This was the...



Riccardo Rossi

Serie Aaaaargh!…

Argentine passport scandal failing to rock Serie A's world

It’s an old story of underhand dealings enabling bogus Italians from Argentina and other South America...


Celso de Campos Jr

The Noise from Brazil

Brazilian managers' and fans' worst nightmare

“I wish this month ends soon.” To the unaware listener, Flamengo coach Caio Junior sounds like his squad...

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