Griezmann: The right moment
The news that the French forward would be leaving in the run up to the summer market is the best possible scenario, both for Atlético and for the player himself
The Premier League, in the mirror of Europe
To insist that the ball spends more time in the air than on the pitch in English soccer is to flog a debate that has long since been closed
Xavi’s Plan B
The former player has the great qualities needed to be a special manager: knowledge, passion, charisma and that conciliatory sprit that forges a team
The merit of Barça in La Liga
It is wrong to assume that success is defined by the Champions. The domestic league is a measure of a team’s strength and stamina, and an indication of consistency
The Champions League and the legacy of Johan
Ajax and Tottenham are seeing their dreams come true, making something that looks very complicated simple: winning with a well-defined identity
The boldness of Ajax
At the Dutch club’s academy, they cultivate a sporting arrogance in a positive sense: we are Ajax and this is our style. You have to be brave. And this attitude has borne the fruit of a generation of daring young players
The unusual rotations of Manchester United
Many were surprised by the choice of Solskjaer, but the club has opted for a person with human-management skills rather than someone who leads by imposition