Ryan Baldi

European Team of the Season so far: Smalling, Cazorla, Haaland make the grade

Ryan Baldi casts his eye across the continent to highlight this season's top performers.

Graham Ruthven

Robert Lewandowski has been the best striker in 2019 – he should be a Ballon d’Or contender

Lewandowski has scored 48 goals in 2019 - five more than Lionel Messi.

Stephen Tudor

Manchester City fans will defend Raheem Sterling no matter what, and rightfully so

Sterling was wrong to attack Joe Gomez but fans' support goes beyond this issue.

Unibet UK

Arsenal’s attack is Emery’s best form of defence right now – time for him to free up his players

Emery's focus on defending leads and containing opponents is not working.

Andy Mitten

Ryan Giggs boosted by Bale and Ramsey’s availability ahead of biggest week as Wales boss

Giggs' chances of ultimately landing the Man Utd job will be enhanced with Euro 2020 qualification.

Tom Williams

With his France place at stake, has the time come for Olivier Giroud to leave Chelsea?

Deschamps has stuck with Giroud through thick and thin, but playing time is vital.

Adam Digby

Storm in a teacup: Ronaldo substitution furore overblown – there’s no issue with Sarri

'Injured player subbed off' does not have the clout of speculation suggesting a rift.

Gareth Roberts

Gini Wijnaldum: Best midfielder in the world right now?

Wijnaldum has been crucial to Liverpool's success under Klopp, and Netherlands' revival under Koeman.

Duncan Alexander

“Alf Ramsey – get rid”: Duncan Alexander’s unique take on England’s first 1000 games

10 statistically interesting matches from England's 147-year history.