Flying Kiwis – May 3
When Adam Kwarasey was ruled out for a month, Gleeson knew that he was getting his chance. And the All White keeper went and grabbed it with those massive gloves of his.
The Wildcard’s Premier League Predictions - Week 36
Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to get through this thing called football.
Flying Kiwis – April 27
Winston Reid: “It is annoying. And Adrian had to make a penalty save right at the end and a goal then would have made it a bit more exciting than it had to be. It is just one of those things, it is annoying to me, but the main thing is we got a result.”
The Wildcard’s Premier League Predictions - Week 35
Lucas Leiva's MVP scouser accent, Leicester City's historic 1928-29 season, post Real Madrid managerial slumps and fans picking fights with players.
Tottenham Confidential: The Tactical Lowdown On Those Pesky Spurs
In another time, in another place, this Tottenham season would be getting talked about on par with tales of King Arthur or Hercules. The Harry Kane movie would already be onto its second script and Mauricio Pochettino would be the most beloved man in football.
Flying Kiwis – April 19
Again Huth and Reid were warned. It was from the corner that West Ham got their break. Reid hit the deck with Morgan’s hands on his waist – a soft one but penalty given.
The Wildcard’s Premier League Predictions - Week 34
“You have to work for everything. You work for your pizza, too. We will make our own.”
Flying Kiwis – April 12
Despite the semi-messiness around him, Winston actually had quite a good game against Arsenal. Not so much for Woody or Smithy, but at least Jeremy Brockie got to be a hero.
8 Steps for Fixing the Wellington Phoenix
Another A-League season has come and gone and for the fifth time in their nine years (and third in the last four) the Wellington Phoenix will not get a game in the playoffs.
The Wildcard’s Premier League Predictions - Week 33
Can we have one more look at this goal, please?
Flying Kiwis – April 5
It’s a good week for kiwi footballers when Winston Reid is talking all over the media.
Socceroo Envy
Seeing Tim Cahill and his Socceroos beat up Jordan made the Doc feel some sort of way, so he wrote a thing about it.
The Wildcard’s Premier League Predictions - Week 32
"You can lead a fantastic life here. People are used to my face right now where I live, and you wouldn't believe but, as a Premier League manager, life is pretty normal in England."
Form or Reputation: The Big Decision For England Ahead of Euro 2016
Anytime you’re able to beat the world champions just a few months out from a major competition, that’s a good thing. Even more so when you do it with a hearty comeback on the back of a group of young and inexperienced players.
Flying Kiwis – March 22
Champions League footy is not exactly a pipe dream for Winston and the Hammers. It’s a genuine opportunity.
The Tricky Task Facing Pep Guardiola at Manchester City
Trying to form this unbalanced City team of injury prone stars and ex-Gunners back into the dominant force of the British Isles (as well as bringing that elusive continental success) is a far tougher gig than Pep’s being given credit for.
Do We Really Need the Away Goals Rule Anymore?
“The weight of the away goal is too heavy, too big and is not justifiable anymore … I think it's a problem in the modern game."
The Wildcard’s Premier League Predictions - Week 31
Okay, first off you have to transport back in time to 1485 when Richard III of England was killed in battle at Bosworth Field. Shakespeare wrote a play about it...
Flying Kiwis – March 15
Will he play or will he stay home? It was a question that divided many West Ham fans as the Winston Reid injury return dragged on another week.
Team Welly Wins the Premiership and Footy Lives Again in NZ!
Last night I witnessed an incredible game of football. It didn’t take place in the gladiatorial confines of the Nou Camp or Bernabeu, nor the tribal haunts of Anfield or Old Trafford either.