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A selection of FirstTouch's best football writing, brought to you by emerging journalists, collaborators, and fans.
Hazard, Griezmann, De Jong, Vinicius: What's in store for the next era of El Clásico?
Same old destiny changing El Clásico, the best of rivalries but new season and definitely new faces. Hazard to rival Messi? Or should we just look at the exciting youth talents of Rodrygo, Vinicius Junior, Frenkie de Jong, Junior Firpo amongst others? Yes, it’s about that Real Madrid & Barcelona clash but with the ability to decide the fate of the La Liga title or any other top flight titles. All we can is, popcorn please!
Kevin Prince Boateng’s shocking move to Barcelona explained
After completing a shock January transfer switch to Barcelona, there is no questioning what the Ghanaian international can actually bring to the La Liga. After featuring for over 10 of Europe’s top clubs, playing in all sorts of positions - versatility and experience is what he is all about.
We argue Real Madrid could be fixed in two Senegalese signatures
Adding strength and dynamism to Real Madrid may not be rocket science after all. In Sadio Mane and Kalidou Koulibaly, Senegal might just be the answer to the 3-peat UEFA Champions League winners’ ills. Los Blancos are struggling to keep up with La Liga bitter rivals, Barcelona.
Despite off the pitch concerns, Dembele is hitting top gear on the pitch
Off the pitch disciplinary issues are becoming more of a candle in the sun compared to Dembele’s goals and magic wand-like feet. Whether it’s the La Liga or Champions League, there is no arguing that Dembele has been invaluable to Barcelona in 18/19.
Is Dembele ready to share Messi's Barcelona "burden"?
Barcelona seem to be in need of a fix right now and yes, Messi could be it. But for how long will the La Liga giants hinge on the five time World’s Best Player’s abilities? With the 2018 FIFA World Cup winner, Ousmane Dembele looking a different player, is it perhaps time for the five time Champions League winners to think ahead and find new heroes?
Post-Ronaldo Real Madrid: Can they compete?
Without the 40 goals a season forward, Cristiano Ronaldo, should you still have your money on Real Madrid to win something between La Liga, the UEFA Champions League or any silverware at all?
Do the FIFA POTY Nominees hint at a new era?
It’s the first time since 2006 that Messi is missing from the the list of top three male footballers, an African makes the cut for the FIFA Best Awards since George Weah, unfamiliar goalkeepers contending the prime glove award and FIFA World Cup 2018 standout performers dominant. Is a new era in our midst?
FT Spanish La Liga Preview: Title Favorites? Do Not Forget About Atletico Madrid
They have won three Europa League titles, one La Liga title, two UEFA Super Cups, built the majestic Wanda Metropolitano stadium, appeared in two UEFA Champions League finals in a space of nine years. Is there more to come from Atletico Madrid this season?
UCL Road To Kiev Final: Senegal’s Mane fires warning shots at Real Madrid
Senegal’s Sadio Mane promises more goals as Liverpool tackle Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League Final to be play on 26th May in Kiev, Ukraine.
Atletico Madrid narrowly beat Nigerian national team
Europa League champions, Atletico Madrid capitalize on the inexperience of the Nigerian B team to secure a 3-2 friendly win in Uyo, Nigeria as preparations for 2018 FIFA World Cup finals in Russia intensify.
Football Business: La Liga club Sevilla reach three-year kit sponsorship deal with Nike
Sevilla are going to be draped in Nike come the start of the 2018/19 season. Have the Spanish club been consistent enough to justify the partnership?
Nigeria: Super Eagles to welcome Atletico Madrid for a friendly
2018 FIFA World Cup finals bound, Nigeria, to face La Liga giants, Atletico Madrid at Akwa Ibom Stadium in Nigeria on 22 May 2018.
Sundowns and Barcelona clash officially confirmed
Mamelodi Sundowns, FC Barcelona and La Liga confirm the champions vs champions clash as part of Nelson Mandela’s Centenary Celebrations at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg on May 16th.
Spotlight: Who is Yaya Toure?
Already etched into history as a legend for both Côte d’Ivoire and Manchester City, is Yaya the best African player of his generation?
In the midst of the Pogba treatment, Kaka shares his opinion on Mourinho
Yet another player revelation about their experience with Jose Mourinho
Torres to leave Atletico at the end of the current campaign
The Spanish striker will leave his boyhood club soon
