We've had a rather eventful Matchday 1 in Qatar. A couple of shocks, a few surprises and lots to look forward to. Here are my predictions for the group stage and which teams will make it to the Round of 16!
Chelsea started the 2021-22 season looking like serious title contenders, and have suddenly hit successive stumbling blocks to find themselves chasing City and Liverpool. What can they expect? What are Chelsea's realistic targets? Is the PL title possible?
I read an article in the Athletic that said Europe's leagues are already broken, and the Super League might be a necessity. Here's my take on it.
12 clubs from Europe decided they could breakaway and form their own league so they can earn more money, and leave the rest behind. How does it impact football? How are the other clubs affected? What happens to fair and perfect competition?
In a game that's being increasingly made favourable to batsmen, is the "Umpire's call" unfair to bowlers? When the catches are taken 30,40,50 metres away from the umpires, is it fair to ask them to give a soft signal that needs conclusive evidence to be overturned? Does it all even make sense, or should these two rules be done away with?
We all hate a good advice, don't we? But there are times when simple statements can turn into golden words that change the way we feel. Here are the two statements that changed things for me.
Jose Mourinho is a box-office manager who has earned a name for himself as much off as he has on it. But of late, his teams have struggled to reach the levels of his earlier teams. Is it his fault? Or is it a result of the players? Is he finished? Or will he respond with big trophies again, like he has in the past?
With controversies circling VAR virtually every week, it's becoming a huge buzzkill to the fans and the managers/players.
Chelsea secured a point at Old Trafford to secure its second straight clean sheet this week.
In another disastrous defensive performance, Chelsea dropped 2 valuable points at home to Southampton, as the Saints came from behind twice to hold Chelsea
The Blues ran out 4-0 winners thanks to a stellar Ben Chillwell PL debut and a traumatic defensive performance from Palace's Sakho.
After a transfer window where Chelsea dominated the market, their start to the season has left much to be desired. What's the problem? Why are The Blues struggling?
As Didier Drogba received th UEFA Presidents' award, the Champions League group draw was decided. Who got whom? Tune in to find out!
Jose's love affair with the Carabao cup continues as his makeshift Spurs starting lineup beat Lampard's beleaguered Blues 5-4 on penalties after a 1-1 result at FT.
A second-half comeback meant Chelsea grabbed a point overcoming a 3-0 deficit in the League for the first time in club history.
An Alonso mis-pass, a Thiago Silva slip, and another piece of clueless marking by Alonso on a corner sees Lampard's men 3-0 down at HT against the Baggies.
A Mane double courtesy a Kepa howler and a rugby tackle from Christensen meant Liverpool won 2 out of 2.
Faf and Rayudu steadied a sinking CSK batting ship to lead CSK to its first win against MI in 5 encounters.
The two most successful teams in IPL history will take on each other in the inaugural match of the 2020 IPL season. Who will come out on top?
A dull performance from Chelsea didn't prevent Lampard from having a winning start to the 2020-21 season.
The Premier League is back! And HOW! A hat-trick of goals for Salah, hat-trick of assists for Willian and Zaha winner ensured wins for Liverpool, Arsenal and Palace on the opening matchday of the 2020-21 season.
The Blues' Board has fired on all cylinders, signing some exciting young talent in attack and defence, hoping to bridge the gap between the Londoners and Liverpool. What can we expect from the Blues this season? Tune in!
The ugly stand-off between Messi and Barcelona ends, as he confirms his stay at Camp Nou for this upcoming season. Does Messi deserve to be forced to stay? Probably not, but then, that's business today.
Kingsley Coman scored the lone goal in a nervy final between the German and French Champions to hand Bayern their 6th Champions League title, drawing them level with Liverpool. Only AC Milan and Real Madrid have more.
Gnabry and Di Maria specials ensured that the German and French champions face each other in a mouthwatering UCL final.
There are two superpower squads in the form of PSG and Bayern Munich against the more modestly talented squads of Leipzig and Lyon. Who's going to make it through?
A Dembele double sent City packing in the last quarter final of CL 2020. An underwhelming performance from the Sky Blues and an incredible miss from their star man Sterling sealed their fate.
India's greatest ever wicket-keeping batsman, the most insane finisher the world has ever seen, the calmest captains to have ever played the game has announced his retirement. It's hard to digest, but that's just how life is. Thank you Dhoni, watching you has been one of the highlights of my life. Thank you.
Bayern Munich obliterated Barcelona 8-2 to hand Messi & Co their worst-ever defeat in CL history.
RB Leipzig produced a clinical performance to down an underwhelming Atletico side that never looked like they were going to score. Naglesmann becomes the youngest coach to lead his side to a CL semifinal!
