Over the years, the fullback role, regarding its positioning, has suffered several changes. A few decades ago, the fullback’s main function was to support the team defensively, helping to not concede any goals. Only after the team was assured defensively, the fullback was allowed to intervene in the offensive process....
The Eredivisie has always been home to many young stars. From the time of Johan Cruyff until recently with names like Liverpool's new signing Cody Gakpo, Frenkie de Jong, among many other players who are developing better every day in the Dutch top-flight. Jurrien Timber has been one of the...
This week was the start of the group stage in this season’s UEFA Europa League and Lazio got off the flyer with an empathic 4-2 victory against Feyenoord at the Stadio Olimpico. Maurizio Sarri's side came into the game after suffering their first defeat of the season to Napoli last...
Many talented South American footballers leave their native countries to try and make a name for themselves in Europe. One of the countries that produces the most talented South American footballers is Colombia, with many of their internationals playing for big clubs in Europe. Examples include Luis Díaz at Liverpool...
The Eredivisie is filled with talent, especially young talent. The league and its teams often prefer to give younger players the opportunity to develop and express themselves, which usually leads to them being feeders to some of the bigger clubs and leagues in Europe. A player who will likely tread...
Arne Slot was relieved of his duties from his role as AZ Alkmaar’s head coach in December of last year. The Dutch coach ended his tenure at the AFAS Stadion with 2.11 points per game in the Eredivisie, the most of any AZ coach in history, even more than legendary...
