Determining the truth behind ‘defensive team’ label for Juventus

Massimo Allegri’s disciplined approach to setting up his side has created an identity – in the eyes of some – that Juventus are a ‘defensive team’ which can be classified in a similar category to Atletico Madrid under Diego Simeone and the old Chelsea outfit put together by Jose Mourinho. The numbers certainly point towards Juventus being a team …

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Familiar ground could serve as Cesc’s best destination

Following the day Cesc Fabregas was unveiled as Chelsea’s new signing three years ago, almost all of his Arsenal ties have been tossed into the trash can. From the perspective of most fans of the Gunners, he has betrayed the club which nurtured him from a frail teenager into a midfield maestro and therefore any …

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English clubs in Europe next year: How will they fare?

The question of how the English quintet will fare in the Champions League next season is a tricky one since we are yet to witness how the summer transfer window will unfold. What happens in the transfer market will have a telling impact on the success of teams from the Premier League in Europe. But based …

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