Author Archives: Duncan Alexander

Duncan Alexander

After failing to sign Lionel Messi, Man City need a big season from Gabriel Jesus – can he take his chance?

Only Christian Benteke has underperformed his Expected Goals numbers more than Jesus in the Premier League.

Duncan Alexander

Frank Lampard must significantly improve Chelsea’s defence to put them in contention for the Premier League title

The Blues have signed some incredible attacking talent, but so far Lampard has not demonstrated his ability to marshal a defence.

Duncan Alexander

Did you know? Nine statistical gems to whet your appetite for the Premier League’s return

Jokes about David Moyes' record against the Big Four looking like a town in north Wales are not unfounded.

Duncan Alexander

The Opta Shopping List: Where Premier League club’s should be splashing their transfer window cash

Allowing Werner to join Chelsea could haunt Liverpool this season whether they capture Thiago Alcântara or not..

Duncan Alexander

Midfielders moving back into defence has generally been considered a demotion. Not any more.

Trent Alexander-Arnold provided the defining image of last year's Champions League against Barcelona. In 2019/20, Alphonso Davies looks set to do the same..

Duncan Alexander

Phil Foden has waited for his chance and now he’s taking it – patience may prove to be his greatest virtue

Foden could have gone on loan, he could have quit Man City, he could have kicked up a fuss. But he waited and now he's reaping the benefits..

Duncan Alexander

Everything you need to know about Atalanta ahead of their audacious bid to win the Champions League

Despite losing their first three Champions League group games this season, Atalanta should still be considered contenders for the title.

Duncan Alexander

Premier League 2019/20 season review: The end of a 30-year wait for glory at the end of The Longest Season

This year, we learned football without fans is possible but strange, and title races without challengers are impressive but dull.

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Arsenal are playing with more structure and purpose under Mikel Arteta but the underlying numbers remain concerning

This week, the Gunners achieved one of their best results of the season... but it could barely have been less convincing.