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Europa FTW – Picks From Across The Pond for April 5, 2018

4/4 Recap: I am truly astonished how yesterday went. I know that I whiffed on the majority of my props, all but one to be exact, but seeing Liverpool dominate Manchester City the way they did was symphonic. Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dejan Lovren, two guys who I’ve basically cyber-bullied in 2018, were brilliant. Keeping a… Continue reading Europa FTW – Picks From Across The Pond for April 5, 2018

Carlo Ancelotti For Hire

Carlo Ancelotti is one of the greatest managers of all-time. Anyone who argues that to the contrary is just flat out wrong. His brilliance is simple and he’s always seeing things a couple steps before they happen. So while a lot of us were left bewildered by his sacking four days ago, I know Carlo… Continue reading Carlo Ancelotti For Hire

Deadline Day Winners and Losers

Transfer deadline day is a cavalcade of rumors unparalleled in the world of sports. Teams across the world at this juncture are usually in two camps. Most doing big business on the day are in a fevered panic trying to strengthen their squad. A select few use this smoke screen to get some cheeky upgrades… Continue reading Deadline Day Winners and Losers

EPL Predictions That’ll Surely Go Awry

The English Premier League season is nearly upon us. This weekend is one I’ve been waiting for since the last kick of last season. Sure, the footballing calendar never ends. But with the Premier League being the one that indoctrinated me to European football as a whole, the start of their season is extra special… Continue reading EPL Predictions That’ll Surely Go Awry

January Transfers That Need To Happen

New Year’s Day is a two pronged celebration for football fans worldwide. Not only is it the new year, it is the opening of the January transfer window. While the majority of big transfer business is done in the summer, the January transfer window allows teams to address pressing needs as well as solidifying their squad… Continue reading January Transfers That Need To Happen

Champions League Draw Leaves EPL Out In The Cold

The UEFA Champions League draw for the round of 16 was completed this morning. Coming into the proceedings, there were many questions as to the fate of England’s teams in the competition. After the draw, it can only be said that it will be a tough ask for the world’s most popular league to put… Continue reading Champions League Draw Leaves EPL Out In The Cold

Europa FTW - Picks From Across The Pond for April 5, 2018