Lessons For England, Gordon Stakes His Claim ...

Why was the manner of Michael Carrick’s sacking severely lacking in class? How difficult will it be for Mauricio Pochettino to come in and turn things around at Manchester United, when the club is ultimately “a bit rotten”? Is Pochettino the right fit for the squad they currently ...  Show more

Where does Cristiano rank among the greatest footballers of all time? What was his biggest, single strength as a player? Has he tarnished his legacy in any way with how drawn out and messy his international retirement has been? Gary and Micah reflect on a stunning international c ...  Show more

A second look at England’s win over Switzerland. Some would call it resilient, a friend of Martin’s called it a ‘filthy’ win, but that’s football. Gregor Robertson, Martin Samuel and Tom Clarke take a detailed look at the performance and the changing narrative around Gareth South ...  Show more

Are England the luckiest team in football? They have somehow contrived to avoid France, Germany, Portugal and Spain; only playing them if they reach the final. Or is that to disrespect the teams who have made it through in their half of the draw  – Austria, Swi ...