The Mixer Project: Chapter 4
Between the Lines This is my fourth installment of a chapter-by-chapter companion to Michael Cox’s tactical history of the Premier League, The Mixer. It also marks the beginning of the […]
Category Archives: Chelsea
10 Games in August
For the past few years, I’ve had the idea of trying to capture the story of a European season in 100 games. So between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day, […]
European Apetura Review (Aug 2017)
With the new year right around the corner, it seems like a good time to reflect on the opening half of the 2017-18 season (often referred to as the “apetura” […]
Games to Watch in October
There are so many exciting games this month, it seemed silly to try to whittle them down to a top ten. So here’s a quick list of the best 25+ […]
10 to Watch in September
September arrives in the midst of an international break this year, and I couldn’t resist adding a bonus CONCACAF showdown alongside the best of European football in the coming month. […]
10 to Watch in August
Hard as it is to believe, the European season kicks off tomorrow with the first of the pre-season “Super” Cups. So whether you’re ready or not, football is coming for […]
10 More to Watch in December
Two of the best games this month happened this morning, but there’s plenty of exciting games left in a promising December schedule. Water Under the Bridge 3rd Manchester City 1-Chelsea […]
Ten to Watch in November
Life at the day job is busy right now, so this will have to be quick (except for yesterday’s game, which demands an account): 1st Manchester City 3 – Barcelona 1 […]
Ten to Watch in September
In the past, I’ve occasionally done posts about the 10 best games of the past month. I’m still doing that, but I thought it might be more useful to highlight some games […]
NKOTHB: Pep – Mou – Tony C
With the possible exception of Manchester United’s mega-signings of Zlatan Ibrahimović, and Paul Pogba, the most exciting additions to the Premier League this season are a trio of managers. Pep […]
