Author Archives: Graham Ruthven

Graham Ruthven

Lingard, Eze, Godfrey: A look at the fringe players hoping to crash Euro 2020

Gareth Southgate has some tough decisions to make as England's strength in-depth comes to the fore.

Graham Ruthven

Now a Serie A champion, Romelu Lukaku doesn’t need a Premier League return to prove himself

Lukaku has gone from Manchester United outcast to one of the most sought-after strikers in Europe.

Graham Ruthven

The world at his feet: Phil Foden could become the most decorated English footballer in history

Just twenty, with seven major honours and another Premier League title on ice, Foden's racking up the bling.

Graham Ruthven

Graham Ruthven: First stirrings of an ESL Spring?

Graham Ruthven suspects the ESL elite overplayed their hand.

Graham Ruthven

Doubt is creeping into Manchester City’s play at the worst possible time of the season

City's usual high standards have dropped during their last few games.

Graham Ruthven

Diogo Jota gives Jurgen Klopp a way to refresh his Liverpool team in need of new ideas

Even at a cost of £41m Jota might prove to be one of the best Liverpool signings of recent years.

Graham Ruthven

Tierney and Robertson: A dilemma proving to be a very Scottish curse

Two world class talents vying for one position but Robertson’s form no longer warrants Scotland's tactical compromise.

Graham Ruthven

We’re NOT alright, Jack: Aston Villa’s struggles hint at what life without Jack Grealish would be like

Aston Villa may be his first love but coveted Grealish will have his suitors this summer.

Graham Ruthven

Arsenal, Man Utd or Tottenham – who needs to win the Europa League most this season?

Graham Ruthven looks at the importance of winning this season's Europa League for the remaining English clubs.