Examining how the phrase came to be so commonplace tells us a lot about the way in which the sport developed and spread around the world
It was thought criminals would not dare attempt to fix a top-level match, but IFK Gothenburg v AIK Stockholm was targeted and the authorities’ response has been swift
Tottenham’s struggles at the national stadium follow similar problems for Arsenal in the late 1990s, but blaming it on pitch size is rubbish
Having been accused of a lack of ambition the Potters hope signing Jesé Rodríguez will turn the tide, with Arsenal first up in their expanded stadium
Star player’s protracted move to Everton leaves a gap in the Swans’ struggling squad and supporters are losing patience with their new American owners
Harry Redknapp has been exasperated by slow transfer activity which has hindered Blues’ start, but there should be no repeat of last year’s relegation struggle
With Leonardo Bonucci and Dani Alves gone, and Alex Sandro potentially on his way, cracks are showing in the champions from which Napoli could benefit
PHOTO OF THE WEEK
Building the new Holmesdale Stand at Selhurst Park ~ by Tony Davis
CARTOONS
By Tim Bradford
REVIEWS
The Fall Of The House Of FIFA by David Conn
BADGE OF THE WEEK
Cinderford Town
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