Benito Floro is one of the most highly respected coaches in Spain. Indeed, what is most surprising about Benito Floro is the respect he commands with his fellow colleagues where he is always rated as being one of the very best – and one of the fathers of Spanish football as we know it today. Sometimes referred to as “The [...]
Barcelona – Unbeatable or not? After a 0-0 draw with Milan in the first leg of Champions’ League quarter finals, both Barcelona and Milan have everything to play for in the return leg. Tactical systems, as you all know, are something I am very skeptical about. I am a believer that formations change, depending on the moment and, undoubtedly, the [...]
Diego Simeone, ex idol on the pitch at Manzanares, has taken over as head coach at a time Atletico Madrid is desperate for a miracle. Diego Pablo Simeone, (b. Buenos Aires 28 April 1970), also known as “El Cholo”, is a fond name in any Atletico heart. He was an inspirational member of the double (Spanish League and Cup) winning [...]
There are a number of advantages to being single. Not least, this includes being able to make frequent visits to such countries as Colombia and Argentina where I can enjoy having, following the centuries old tradition, girlfriends in every port (without serious consequences!). However, more pertinent to my job is that I am able to sit in front of the [...]
Gaspacho Manchego, Benito Floro and Real Madrid v Valencia On Friday, I was wondering whether to go to a live football game or two over the weekend, or just take in the non-stop action on the goggle-box. As it turned out, Saturday was to be nothing if not a surprising day and one that ended up with me watching Real Madid [...]