There is no doubt that FC Bayern Munich and Juventus FC are two of the strongest teams in Europe this season. Even for any person who barely watches football, their strong positions in the Champions League alone demonstrate their places amongst Europe’s elite. Moreover, both are dominating their respective domestic leagues. Bayern are ten points […] READ MORE
Tag: Arjen Robben
The Dutch National Team: Nearing Disaster
Though many thought that the Dutch National team would have a setback after their amazing World Cup run, few would consider them in risk of not even qualifying for the 2016 European Championshiop, especially when one considers the fact that this qualifying round is designed to let the big teams go through, with the Championships […] READ MORE
Could Luis Gil be the Next Arjen Robben?
In fact, I would propose that MLS might be in the process of producing the next Arjen Robben right now in Real Salt Lake’s Luis Gil. READ MORE
Red Devils Advocate: Arjen Robben – The Flying Dutchman Jetting To Manchester
As the January transfer window edges closer, the transfer rumours begin to return. At Manchester United a new player seems to be linked with the club daily. But this week multiple reports have surfaced claiming that Louis Van Gaal is attempting to reunite himself with Arjen Robben. According to the Express he has been urging […] READ MORE
Bayern's Goal Dearth: Has it Really Been That Bad?
Traditional fashion dictates that Bayern Munich will fight tooth-to-tooth for the Bundesliga trophy. With Jupp Heynckes’ successor, Pep Guardiola, as manager, Bayern stand tall and proud in much the same way they always have. Except, now the team consisting largely of Germans owns a proportion of players still tingling with excitement following their World Cup […] READ MORE
The Bold and the Brave: Bundesliga Table Top 5
As leagues go, most people anticipate that seasons would pass and current title holders Bayern Munich would be at the helm constantly. This is simply not true. In crisp bumblebee-esque attire, Borussia Dortmund is often another team to surpass the expectations of many, but even they don’t always come out on top. After two weeks […] READ MORE
Thomas Müller Won't Join van Gaal's Transfer Rampage
Thomas Müller is one of the most underrated footballers, past and present. I consider that a fact. FIFA recognises that the Bayern Munich skillsmith and pin-up boy has earned 22 goals in 56 international caps, and boasts an astonishing reputation in the Bundesliga. He is a much cherished attacker with untraceable feet, and it transpires […] READ MORE
Why the Dutch Won Bronze Medals
Fans and pundits spanning the globe had been pondering who would snatch the third place title, and for Brazil, the fears came true. Louis van Gaal’s proud Dutch team couldn’t quite muster up first or second positions, but receiving the bronze medals was certainly enough to show their strength in the sport. But just how […] READ MORE
Playing for Penalties: Dull Dutch Ruin Reputation, Argentina advance to final
Anybody watching would have thought that the Dutch and Argentine teams had never met before; prior match talk of revenge for the events of 1978 were nowhere to be seen. Perhaps neither side received the memo? This evening’s second and last World Cup semi-final was altogether dilapidated, despite another European and South American showdown. It […] READ MORE
Bayern Munich Look To Continue Champions League Success
Last Wednesday, Bayern Munich took on FC Viktoria Plzen in a UEFA Champions League match and they played great, thrashing the Czech football club 5-0. Not only have Bayern won 7 matches and drawn 2 in their defense of the Bundesliga title, but they are perfect so far defending their Champions League title also. They […] READ MORE
