Rafa Benitez

Preview: Jose Mourinho to belittle Rafa Benitez at St. James’ Park

Dale O'Donnell - Feb 9 2018, 21:50

Kick-off: 2 .15, Sunday TV coverage: Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event Jose Mourinho has never won a Premier...

The Premier League’s Manhattan Project

Martin Palazzotto - Aug 3 2016, 13:28

If it ever was, it’s been a long time since the Premier League–or the First Division–was the epitome of technical football. La...

Juve and Barca was a reminder that England is a long way behind

Northern Loudmouth - Jun 10 2015, 16:20

So it was, Neymar, a .k .a Rufio, leader of the Lost Boys, scored a goal to signal the end of the...

Football Genius: Who is laughing now?

Dale O'Donnell - Nov 23 2014, 17:07

Banners like ‘come back when you’ve won 18’ are never forgotten and it’s even better when Liverpool fans look ridiculous for such shithousery. Of...

United interested in Alex Song?

Dale O'Donnell - Dec 5 2013, 19:40

Napoli manager Rafa Benítez is keen to swoop for Barcelona midfielder Alex Song, whilst Manchester United are also interested, say reports in...

Ferguson’s autobiography – Quotes on Beckham, Keane, Benitez, Hargreaves and retirement

Dale O'Donnell - Oct 22 2013, 16:56

Sir Alex Ferguson launched his autobiography today in London. The quotes were embargoed until 2pm, so if you wish to keep the...

Chelsea Preview: Understanding the Benitez hatred

Dale O'Donnell - May 4 2013, 13:00

Following the draw against Arsenal last weekend the fight for a place in the top four has heated up. While it has...

Benitez ready to embarrass himself again?

Dale O'Donnell - Nov 22 2012, 17:09

It’s a fact, as he would say. Rafael Benitez was appointed interim manager at Stamford Birdge in the wake of Roberto Di...

Mancini has no bottle, so he gets desperate Vieira to play pathetic mind games

Dale O'Donnell - Mar 29 2012, 13:34

Patrick Vieira told the BBC yesterday that Manchester United and other big clubs benefit from key refereeing decisions at home. Last week, however,...