Ben McAleer

Waiting for the “hidden episode”

Still wondering why Thomas Frank hasn’t been sacked yet…

Why Conor Gallagher does not address Tottenham’s elephant in the room Tottenham are closing in on the signing of Atletico Madrid’s Gallagher to address their dwindling options in midfield

Piece for @the-independent.com on Conor Gallagher. He's a good signing for Spurs... but he doesn't address the elephant in the room

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Why Conor Gallagher does not address Tottenham’s elephant in the room Tottenham are closing in on the signing of Atletico Madrid’s Gallagher to address their dwindling options in midfield

Piece for @the-independent.com on Conor Gallagher. He's a good signing for Spurs... but he doesn't address the elephant in the room

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If we signed, say, Ruben Neves or Aleix Garcia to play alongside Gallagher, then I’m all for it

It’s clear Gallagher has traits that some in the Spurs squad *don’t* have. The issue is Spurs are crying out for a DLP. It’s all well and good having a player who can make those final third runs. But not having a midfielder who can progress the ball is what has cost us.

Give the December award to Thomas Frank IMO

Look out. #Supergirl lands in theaters and IMAX June 26.

Mikel Merino analysis: How Arsenal’s unlikely frontman has become Arteta’s most reliable attacking force Mikel Merino has emerged as Arsenal’s most reliable forward, delivering goals, assists and midfield control as he leads Arteta’s attack.

📝 for @squawka.bsky.social on Arsenal’s ‘Mr Dependable’, Mikel Merino

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Tottenham analysis: Dire attacking numbers reveal a team drifting toward crisis Spurs’ false league position hides deep structural flaws as Frank’s passive system delivers minimal creativity, heavy losses and growing pressure ahead of a brutal run of fixtures.

Tottenham are... a bit rubbish aren't they? I picked out some damning numbers from their start to the season following Sunday's North London Derby defeat, for @squawka.bsky.social

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PSG analysis: Dominance masking a growing attacking decline PSG’s dominance in possession is no longer translating into goals, as Luis Enrique’s side struggles to break down deep blocks amid key injuries and growing pressure from Marseille and Lens.

🆕 on @squawka.bsky.social on Ligue 1 leaders PSG... who aren't *quite* storming their way to another title this season...

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Tottenham analysis: Dire attacking numbers reveal a team drifting toward crisis Spurs’ false league position hides deep structural flaws as Frank’s passive system delivers minimal creativity, heavy losses and growing pressure ahead of a brutal run of fixtures.

Tottenham are... a bit rubbish aren't they? I picked out some damning numbers from their start to the season following Sunday's North London Derby defeat, for @squawka.bsky.social

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PSG analysis: Dominance masking a growing attacking decline PSG’s dominance in possession is no longer translating into goals, as Luis Enrique’s side struggles to break down deep blocks amid key injuries and growing pressure from Marseille and Lens.

🆕 on @squawka.bsky.social on Ligue 1 leaders PSG... who aren't *quite* storming their way to another title this season...

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Pep Guardiola at 1000: 10 iconic matches at Barcelona, Bayern, and Man City Pep Guardiola reaches 1,000 games as a manager. We revisit 10 iconic matches that defined his legendary career at Barcelona, Bayern, and Man City.

📝 for @squawka.bsky.social on 10 iconic Pep Guardiola games on the day he joins the 1000 club

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Pep Guardiola at 1000: 10 iconic matches at Barcelona, Bayern, and Man City Pep Guardiola reaches 1,000 games as a manager. We revisit 10 iconic matches that defined his legendary career at Barcelona, Bayern, and Man City.

📝 for @squawka.bsky.social on 10 iconic Pep Guardiola games on the day he joins the 1000 club

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🎉 Sink your teeth into the latest issue of MOTD Mag on Apple News!

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 There’s some excellent England content in there if I do say so myself 👇

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Jurrien Timber analysis: Why Arsenal’s right-back is the best in the Premier League Jurrien Timber is thriving in Arsenal’s backline, combining elite defensive numbers with attacking output to emerge as the Premier League’s best right-back in 2025-26.

Piece for @squawka.bsky.social on Jurrien Timber, who is probably the best right-back in the Premier League right now

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Jurrien Timber analysis: Why Arsenal’s right-back is the best in the Premier League Jurrien Timber is thriving in Arsenal’s backline, combining elite defensive numbers with attacking output to emerge as the Premier League’s best right-back in 2025-26.

Piece for @squawka.bsky.social on Jurrien Timber, who is probably the best right-back in the Premier League right now

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Antoine Semenyo analysis: Why Spurs and Chelsea Are Circling Bournemouth’s MVP With six goals and three assists, Antoine Semenyo is at the heart of Bournemouth’s rise — and drawing attention from Premier League giants.

Wrote about Antoine Semenyo being really, really good at football for @squawka.bsky.social

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Galatasaray vs Liverpool tips, predictions, team news, best bets Liverpool host Champions League Rivals Galatasaray in matchweek 2 with, Salah, Van Dijk, Icardi and Slot plus football bookmaker offers and bonuses

🆕 for FIRST.com previewing Liverpool's trip to Galatasaray in the #UCL tonight

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Nuno replaces Potter at West Ham: Latest odds & relegation chances West Ham sack Graham Potter and appoint Nuno Espirito Santo. Get the latest odds for their clash vs Everton, relegation chances, and top-half finish.

🆕 on FIRST.com on how West Ham may fare with Nuno at the helm starting with tonight's game at Everton

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Have Arsenal snapped the bargain of summer in unheralded Mosquera? Cristhian Mosquera arrived at Arsenal from Valencia in the summer to little fanfare.

🆕 for the Irish Examiner on Cristhian Mosquera's start to life for Arsenal. The signing of the summer?

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Next manager to leave odds: Latest odds & favourites to be next manager sacked Next manager to leave odds: We break down the latest sack race odds, frontrunners like Graham Potter and Ruben Amorim, and who could be out the door next.

🆕 on FIRST.com looking at the next Premier League manager to leave markets

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Bayern Munich vs Chelsea tips, predictions, team news Champions League matchday 1 Bayern Munich vs Chelsea betting tips on 17 September at the Allianz Arena plus UCL bookmaker offers and welcome offers

🆕 for FIRST.com previewing Bayern vs Chelsea ahead of tonight’s huge Champions League clash

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Xherdan Shaqiri, who he has since renamed Bilbo

Michael Olise analysis: In-form Bayern Munich star to give Chelsea a Champions League nightmare Chelsea return to Munich to face Bayern, with former target Michael Olise in top form and ready to test the Blues' backline in a high-stakes Champions League clash.

🆕 for @squawka.bsky.social on Michael Olise’s start to the season ahead of Bayern vs Chelsea tonight

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Bayern Munich vs Chelsea tips, predictions, team news Champions League matchday 1 Bayern Munich vs Chelsea betting tips on 17 September at the Allianz Arena plus UCL bookmaker offers and welcome offers

🆕 for FIRST.com previewing Bayern vs Chelsea ahead of tonight’s huge Champions League clash

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10 stars straining at the leash to take on Europe's best in the Champions League The international break is over, and after the weekend’s domestic action; we’re gearing up for the return the Champions League. Here's 10 that’ll hope to hit the ground running in their first European...

🆕 for Examiner Sport on the Premier League signings champing at the bit to make their UCL debut for their new side (£)

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Arsenal analysis: Do the Gunners finally have the depth to get over the line in the Premier League? Arsenal have dealt with one of their biggest problems in recent years. The Gunners now have squad depth capable of challenging for the title.

🆕 for @squawka.bsky.social looking at Arsenal’s strength in depth and whether it is enough to claim a first Premier League title in over 20 years

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Next Man Utd manager odds: Glasner favourite to replace Amorim Who will be the next Man Utd manager? Amorim is under fire, and Glasner leads the betting odds. See the full list of potential replacements, plus bookmaker sign up bonuses.

🆕 on FIRST.com looking at the next Manchester United manager odds with Amorim under pressure at Old Trafford

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