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Emiliano Martínez, Aston Villa goalkeeper

The Confuddled Definition of “World-Class”

What does it really mean to be world-class? Breaking down the overused label and identifying which Premier League players truly deserve it.

Bodø/Glimt players celebrating in the Champions League

Predicting the UCL Round of 16

Previews and predictions for all eight Champions League Round of 16 matchups, from Liverpool vs Galatasaray to Man City vs Real Madrid.

Nuno Espiritu Santo, West Ham manager

The Day of Reckoning Cometh

Nuno Espiritu Santo's West Ham face his former clubs Spurs and Forest in a relegation fight driven by karma. Who survives?

Tottenham Hotspur players

Trigger Happy

Spurs have had 20 managers in the Premier League era. Their trigger-happy approach to hiring and firing is the root of their struggles.

Wolves preparing for relegation

Preparing for the Drop

Wolves are doomed for relegation, but mistakes are being accepted in the West Midlands. Here's how they're taking a proactive approach to the future.

Wembley Stadium in London

A Pivotal Super Bowl Sunday

Liverpool vs Manchester City had all the drama. The title race implications, the UCL race, and the two players who can turn the tide.

January transfer window Premier League signings

The Hidden & Recovered Gems of January

Not all January transfer gems are obvious. Three under-the-radar signings — Conor Gallagher, Tammy Abraham, and Rayan — that you need to watch closely.

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner

Who's Abandoning Who?

Crystal Palace's Oliver Glasner claims the club is abandoning him. After losing Eze and Guehi, is his outrage valid — or a betrayal of reality?

Manchester derby action

The Sway of the Derby

Saturday's Manchester Derby was a reminder that a derby can shift emotions and attitudes no matter how long they've reigned.

Enzo Maresca on the touchline

Enzo's Gamble

Two rising managers faced a crossroads — ambition or loyalty. Enzo Maresca chose Chelsea. Did his gamble pay off?

Premier League parity and competition

The Positives of Parity

The margins between Premier League teams might be the smallest they've ever been. Here's why the tight table is great for the league.

Arsenal players in a huddle

"Kill Circle" Mentality

From cavemen to the Ming dynasty to the Premier League — why Arsenal need to stop defending and start hunting.

Liverpool FC analysis

Back to Basics: Making Sense of Liverpool

Five wins followed by four losses. What's going on at Liverpool? Answering the hard questions about Slot's side.

Arsenal defending in the Premier League

Does Defense Win Titles?

Arsenal boast an outstanding defensive record. But history shows defense alone rarely wins the Premier League.

Chelsea sister clubs network

Farm System Football

Chelsea's BlueCo ownership has taken the sister club model to a new level. Is the Strasbourg partnership sustainable?

Premier League manager on the touchline

The Next Move for Every Premier League Manager

From Pep to Spain to Arteta to City — scouting out a future managerial position for all 20 Premier League bosses.

Premier League Thanksgiving table

Thanks Table: Gratitude from 1 to 20

Happy Thanksgiving! Here's why every Premier League club should be thankful. Panic is back on the menu tomorrow.

Premier League Team of the Season players

Team of the Season So Far

From Robin Roefs in goal to Jack Grealish on the wing — the best XI from the opening weeks of the Premier League season.

Sunderland in Premier League action

Why Sunderland WON'T Be Relegated This Season

No newly promoted team has survived in two seasons. Here's why Sunderland will be the next team to bridge the gap.