How the January Transfer Window Shapes a Season

For most of the football year, clubs cannot buy or sell players. They are limited to two windows: a long one in the summer and a shorter one in January.…

Why Set Pieces Win Premier League Matches

When supporters remember great goals, they think of flowing moves, long-range shots and moments of individual skill. Far fewer remember the corner that was headed in at the near post…

How Football Managers Change Games

A football manager can influence a match without touching the ball. Tactical changes, substitutions and instructions from the touchline can completely alter the direction of a Premier League contest. A…

Why Premier League Midfielders Matter

Midfield often decides the rhythm of a Premier League match. While goals and assists attract the headlines, midfielders are responsible for much of the work that allows a team to…