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In Frank we trust! Lampard enjoying a big change of fortune
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 11/10/2025
» It is no secret that former great footballers do not necessarily enjoy the same success in their role as managers or coaches. The most recent example has been Wayne Rooney, who has discovered being a gaffer can be a very demanding job.
Isak's long-drawn transfer saga a sign of the times
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 06/09/2025
» It is a relief for all football fans that the sorry saga of the Alexander Isak transfer from Newcastle to Liverpool has finally been resolved. Only time will tell who will benefit most although Isak's agent is no doubt sporting the biggest grin after the record £125 million transfer.
Massive day for Sky Blues and Hatters
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 27/05/2023
» The third club to join already promoted Burnley and Sheffield United in the Premier League next season will be decided in the play-off final at Wembley today and features two unlikely teams -- Luton Town and Coventry City.
The drama just won't go away in 'crazy' start to EPL season
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 24/10/2020
» The first 0-0 draw after 47 games finally introduced a rare slice of sanity in what has been a crazy start to the 2020/21 Premier League season.
VAR getting irritating at France 2019
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 22/06/2019
» The Women's World Cup in France has served up some entertaining football and plenty of drama, but is also highlighting the sometimes unsatisfactory nature of the VAR system.
Being a child mascot is not cheap
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 12/01/2019
» Anyone familiar with the Premier League will be used to seeing 11 child mascots running out with each team every weekend. It's kind of nice to witness the different reactions of the kids, especially the younger ones, as they briefly find themselves in the limelight, holding hands with their heroes. Mind you, some of the players look a little uncomfortable with the whole procedure.