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Newcastle’s Demba Ba Continues to Make Case for Player of the Season

When Newcastle United signed Senegal international Demba Ba on a free transfer in the summer, it was naturally deemed an astute bit of business by the Magpies hierarchy. Following West Ham’s relegation to the Championship last season, the... This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 06, 2012

Where Is Liverpool Lacking On The Pitch?

Torres was a name that struck fear into opposition hearts not long after joining Liverpool. With 33 goals in all competitions in his first season at Liverpool, no one could doubt his pedigree. By the time he left for Chelsea … This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 06, 2012

How High Can Newcastle United and Sunderland Climb This Season?

  In a season that has been dominated by headlines pertaining mostly to the Big Four (along with Manchester City and Tottenham), one region of England’s rich footballing world that has often been overlooked is the northeast. This season brought... This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 06, 2012

What Happens to Christian Miles Now That Rob Stone Has Joined FOX Soccer?

Reading the press release about the arrival of Rob Stone at FOX Sports this week, you would have presumed that Christian Miles was a goner. Without mentioning Miles’s name, the press release described how Stone would be hosting Goals On … This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 05, 2012

Fantasy Premier League Tips Learned From Gameweeks 19 and 20

1. Wingers in Wales- As Wayne Routledge wheeled away in celebration after scoring Swansea’s second goal, Brendan Rodgers probably popped an Aspirin. For newly promoted sides selection dilemmas are few and far between, making each individual one all... This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 05, 2012

Why It’s Time to Blame Liverpool Manager Kenny Dalglish

While so much controversy has been swirling around Liverpool off the pitch, very few in the British media have directed criticism at Kenny Dalglish for the events on the pitch. He has signed two extremely disappointing, not to mention expensive,... This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 05, 2012

Everton’s Scoring Problem

I spent the last week watching Everton try to squeak out matches by the thinnest of margins. Everton’s brand of football has nearly become dire to watch, and the situation brought itself to a head in today’s 1-2 home loss … This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 04, 2012

5 Observations From Newcastle United v Manchester United

After a devastating 3-0 loss to Newcastle United, Manchester United has suffered back-to-back defeats in the Barclays Premier League for the first time since March 2011 and now trails league leader Manchester City by three points at the top of... This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 04, 2012

What Would Your Premier League TV, Radio and Podcast Wish List Look Like?

We all know that Premier League football is far more than the 90 minutes our favorite team plays each weekend. Throughout the week there’s plenty of programming, on television, the Internet and radio, to keep us informed and entertained about … This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 04, 2012

Soccer Men by Simon Kuper: Book Review

Simon Kuper is the preeminent intellectual football author of our time. His works such as Football Against the Enemy, and Soccernomics (aka Why England Lose) need no introduction to many fans of the beautiful game. His columns in publications such... This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 04, 2012

Apple Interested In Bidding For Premier League UK TV Rights, Says Report

Apple is interested in bidding for the UK TV rights to the Premier League, says a report in The Daily Mail. The Premier League’s live UK rights for 2010-13 raised £1.782bn when they were sold to Sky Sports and ESPN … This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 04, 2012

Win Xavi Signed Boots, Petr Cech Glove and Balls From Euro 2012 Group A Draw

EPL Talk and adidas have teamed together to offer one very lucky reader the chance to win all three of the following: Goalkeeper glove autographed by Petr Cech (Chelsea and Czech Republic), adidas Predator boots/cleats autographed by Xavi (Barcelona... This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 04, 2012

5 Observations From Manchester City v Liverpool

Manchester City returned to their winning ways after thumping Liverpool by 3-0 at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday night. Goals from Sergio Aguero, Vincent Kompany and James Milner sealed the victory for the Citizens in a rain soaked night in … This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 03, 2012

Rob Stone Moves From ESPN to FOX Soccer To Become New Lead Studio Host

FOX Soccer has a new face. Rob Stone, who began at ESPN in 1992 and returned to the network in 1997, will be the new lead studio host for FOX Soccer, as well as the face for soccer coverage on … This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 03, 2012

Can Landon Donovan Do It Again For Everton?

Landon Donovan has arrived in England and will begin his first training session at Everton tomorrow. He’s eligible to play on Wednesday for the encounter between Everton and Bolton at Goodison Park. Whether he’ll have a large part to play … This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 03, 2012

Rebuilding Anfield: Loss of Suarez and Lucas Opens Gateway to Liverpool’s Future

The Football Association recently banned prized Liverpool striker Luis Suarez for eight matches on the grounds that he made derogatory comments toward Patrice Evra during the club’s fixture against Manchester United. While the Anfield outfit may... This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 03, 2012

5 New Reasons to Be Optimistic About Swansea’s Chances Of Staying Up

Swansea City has finally gotten another monkey off its back with its first away win of the season. The first monkey of the season was waiting five games before the Swans got their first goal of the Premier League season (in a … This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 03, 2012

2 Important Questions About Chelsea’s Rollercoaster Ride Of A Season

So how was your holiday season? I’m betting it has been better than Andre Villas-Boas’s December despite Chelsea’s late win against Wolves on Monday. Since the holidays have begun, a constant stream of events conspired to turn Chelsea from a … This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 02, 2012

Thierry Henry Transfer, A Step in the Wrong Direction?

The excitement over the return of Thierry Henry, Arsenal’s all-time top goalscorer, on a two-month loan is understandable, but the realistic impact Henry will have towards Arsenal’s push for Champions League qualification is questionable. He’ll be a... This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 02, 2012

Fact or Fiction: With Manchester City’s Dip in Form, It’s Time for Citizens to Get Nervous

“Fact Or Fiction” is a weekly segment on EPL Talk. In today’s column, an assertion will be made regarding an impacting topic in the Premier League. EPL Talk writers Matt Hackenmiller and Earl Reed (and sometimes The Gaffer) each offer … This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 02, 2012

Happy New Year (EPL Talk Review Podcast)

On an extended pod we discuss Suarez, Sir Alex and Silva. With the ‘topsy-turvy’ results which have presented themselves it is clear that this holiday period has been full of surprises, not least for the high-flyers of the EPL. Sir … This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 01, 2012

Bolton Wanderers 1-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers: Fletch Lives!

No this is not the rundown of a 1989 comedy crime caper featuring Chevy Chase, but a 2011/12 one man rescue mission starring a Scotsman on International exile to earn his side a third consecutive draw. As the final moments … This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 01, 2012

Time To Give The Other 14 Clubs in the Premier League Some Well-Deserved Respect

What a difference a week makes. Since Christmas Day, the teams at the bottom and in the middle of the Premier League have performed spectacularly, picking up much-needed points. Consider that Blackburn beat Manchester United at Old Trafford and tied... This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 01, 2012

Happy New Year From EPL Talk

EPL Talk would like to wish you, all of our readers and listeners, a very Happy New Year! We hope you enjoy the time off and that you get to spend some quality time with your loved ones. Don’t forget … This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  January 01, 2012

Manchester United 2-3 Blackburn Rovers: Tactics

In their second surprise result of the campaign, Blackburn Rovers proved opportunistic, spoiling Sir Alex Ferguson’s 70th birthday at Old Trafford with a 3-2 shocker over second place Manchester United. The home side started the match with a... This is a content summary. Visit http://www.epltalk.com to read the entire article
Via EPL Talk  |  December 31, 2011
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