It is rather a pity to think that a team which was once rightfully called the Invincibles, are now competing with their rivals for a top four spot. The status of the club has been reduced to “also ran” and almost all of their top players have decided to leave the club. It is high … Read more
With just four (five if you’re Wigan) games to go it is looking like the relegation race could be going right down to the final day of the season and as many as seven teams could be at threat from relegation. With ten points separating them and safety I’d like to think it’s more or … Read more
Arsenal pulled of a typical win over Stoke (1-0) City last night courtesy of a deflected goal from a Podolski free kick. The long throws and the hard-tackles were seen off in style by the Gunners to pick up 3 very important points. Here are the player ratings for the match Szczesny – Nothing much can … Read more
Arsenal secured a much needed home victory against Stoke City at Emirates to gain back some momentum in the race for the Champions league spot. Stoke City left the Capital city empty handed. Let’s analyze the game tactically. Early Minutes: Arsenal’s right side dominates In the first 15-20 mins of the game, most of the … Read more
Arsenal vs Stoke City Feb 2, 2013 at 3pm (UK) Emirates Stadium, London Arsenal managed to avoid an embarrassment against Liverpool last week as they came back from 2 goals down to end the match 2-2. Liverpool were looking dangerous as Arsenal couldn’t cope with the attacking jibes of Suarez and Sturridge. However, two quick fire goals from Giroud … Read more
Stoke City play host to visitors Chelsea at the Britannia Stadium on Saturday. Keen followers of the Premier League will remember the gripping 1 – 0 Blues win over Stoke at Stamford Bridge earlier during the season. Fans will be looking forward to a good match after a long break from the regular season, with both … Read more
Manchester United fans & Sir Alex Ferguson were a happy outfit as they saw United fight back from behind once again as they done time & again this season past Stoke City in what proved to be a tough and Physical encounter. By doing so, they have closed the gap to the league leaders Chelsea, … Read more
Manchester UTD v Stoke City, Old Trafford, 15:00 EST. Well, its that time of the week again when the world gears up for yet another week of football. Manchester United though will realize that this week offers yet another tough opponent requiring more focus than ever before. The match would be played for two completely different … Read more
It was a late winner at the Bridge and Chelsea’s persistence finally paid off, with Ashley Cole netting a late winner. Here’s how we rated the Blues players in their 1-0 victory. Petr Cech: 7 Had a decent game overall and Produced a couple of good saves in the first half. Branislav Ivanovic: 5 Totally … Read more
Preview : Leaders of the Premier League they may be but Chelsea have 2 draws in their last 2 matches and will hope to get back to winning ways when they host Stoke on Saturday. Stoke City go into the game unbeaten, but still looking for their first victory of the season following four consecutive … Read more