ARSENAL: A LOOK AHEAD TO THE NEW SEASON

Last season was a real rollercoaster ride for the gunners. Starting from the somewhat characteristic frugal transfer spending in the early summer months then the catastrophic loss to Aston Villa on the opening day before Mesut Ozil looked to be a messiah after his deadline day arrival. However, the league campaign tailed off due to injuries and inappropriate tactical set ups in the big away matches. All in all, I feel last season was a step forward...

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SUAREZ WAS WRONG & DESERVED TO BE PUNISHED BUT IS BITING WORSE THAN ELBOWING OR DIVING?

</p Luis Suarez has come under stiff criticism recently for biting a player for the 3rd time in his career and has also been given support by many for the ban FIFA placed on him. Yes, biting is wrong, yes he deserved to be punished, but is it really worth punishing him for 4 months? Is biting worse than elbowing (intentionally), diving or a 2-legged tackle?Biting causes temporary damage and pain to the skin of not more than 5 minutes. Elbowing...

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JAMES RODRIGUEZ, A TALENT BUT NOT WORTH IT YET

James Rodriguez. This name is rather synonymous with everyone watching the FIFA world cup in Brazil. He is currently lighting up the event, but to be honest, its no surprise. I have been watching him for 3 years now and I know the hype around him is not worth it, he's far better than the hype. James is not a potential, he is a rising star. He was bought from Porto to Monaco for €45million at 21, tells you that he is a star. El Pibe scored 10 goals...

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THE END OF AN ERA? NOT EXACTLY, LA ROJA HAVE A BRIGHT FUTURE

Spain, the reigning world and European champions, have been eliminated from the 2014 FIFA world cup having only played 2 games. People have been asking why? Well its because of a number of reasons. First of all, Del Bosque got it all wrong with the initial 23-man squad. Dani Carvajal who ousted Alvaro Arbeloa from the Real madrid right back spot was ment to do same for spain, but he was left out in favour of Azpilicueta & Juanfran, the...

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WORLD CUP THOUGHTS ON MAJOR TEAMS

The world cup is a special event that happens once every 4 years. Here I give my thoughts on the major teams as we head into a football crazy month. Argentina The south Americans go into every world cup as favourites, and this year, its no different. Argentina have a wealth of options going forward and in midfield, but their lack of options at the back could prove their downfall. Man to watch: Angel Di MariaKey player: Lionel MessiProspect: Marcos RojoBrazil As the host nation, Brazil are heavy favourites for the tournament and will look...

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