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A selection of FirstTouch's best football writing, brought to you by emerging journalists, collaborators, and fans.
English Premier League: Who will challenge for European football?
The world’s favorite league is back with bang. Eager to look at who will likely finish above the rest this campaign? We got you, we have rounded most of the promising sides who could push for titles and European football in the new season.
Time for Gueye to depart consistently average Everton?
Senegal’s Idrissa Gueye has been the Premier League’s overall best defensive midfielder and tackler in the past four seasons and yet remains without the pride of every footballer, some silverware. No other player could benefit more from a transfer than the 29-year-old.
FT Hidden Gems Series: The short-gun, Ademola Lookman
He represented England at youth level but has now committed to Nigeria. His eyes will definitely be set firstly on making a mark in the upcoming 2019 AFCON tournament and proving that he can be regular for Everton in the 2018/19 Premier League season. But who really is Ademola Lookman?
FT In The Future: Asensio and Richarlison usher in the new generation for Spain and Brazil
Richarlison’s slick start at Premier League side, Everton continued with a brace for Brazil and Real Madrid’s Asensio made a powerful statement in the UEFA Nations League. He looks set to star in La Liga and eventually work to ensure Los Blancos will not miss Cristiano Ronaldo. The story about these two is a story of the future.
FT Hidden Gems Series: Idrissa Gana Gueye
The 28-year-old Senegalese and Everton midfielder has made the second highest number of tackles in the EPL since 2015, second to 2018 World Cup winner, N’golo Kante.
Allardyce to meet with a frustrated Rooney
Everton boss to have a talk with the EPL legend
Derby Weekend - Saturday: Merseyside Derby Preview Everton vs Liverpool
Everton vs Liverpool
Manchester City just one win away from winning the EPL
Pep’s team eases past Everton for a 3-0 win
Batman in Town!
This short piece takes a look at the arrival of Pierre Emerick Aubameyang in the English Premier League and how he can light up the league. It also gives mention to the contribution of fellow African players who have been performing well in the past few years.