Sports From the Basement

Domestic Cup Finals Provide Redemption Opportunities

The vast majority of European leagues have finished their schedules. Champions have been crowned and teams have begun preparations for next year. But there are several teams with one final chance at silverware. Several domestic cup competitions conclude this weekend, allowing the participants a chance to put a positive spin on what may have been… Continue reading Domestic Cup Finals Provide Redemption Opportunities

The Next Leicester City?

The Barclays Premier League was turned on its head this year with the greatest underdog story in the history of sport (YES, THE HISTORY OF SPORT), with the meteoric rise of Leicester City. But the Foxes glorious run was more than likely a once in a lifetime run, or at best a reincarnation of the… Continue reading The Next Leicester City?

Liverpool Gets Sevilla In Europa League Final

Much is being made, and rightfully so, of the Madrid Derby final over in the Champions League. Sure, that is one of the dream finals that could have come out of the semi-final draw, but we saw this match-up just two years ago. Over in the Europa League though, we have quite the intriguing final… Continue reading Liverpool Gets Sevilla In Europa League Final

Roberto Firmino Finally Paying Dividends

Roberto Firmino was one of the last signings of the Brendan Rodgers era at Liverpool. The Brazilian featured in Brazil’s Copa America 2015 campaign, catching the eye of the then Reds head honcho. He signed shortly after the tournament ended from German side Hoffenheim with a fee in the neighborhood of £29,000,000. Early on it looked… Continue reading Roberto Firmino Finally Paying Dividends

Marcus Rashford To The Rescue

Manchester United is one of the most storied clubs in Europe. Under Sir Alex Ferguson they asserted themselves as the elite side in the Premier League. However, since the stately Scot’s departure, the Red Devils have found themselves in a bit of a rut. David Moyes’ tenure was a calamity, but it was still ended… Continue reading Marcus Rashford To The Rescue

Manchester City Can Use League Cup As Launching Pad

Manchester City has had quite the tempestuous campaign. While their Premier League form has been inconsistent, to be nice, injuries have been a consistent presence in City’s life. Their manager is doing his best with his lame duck status, knowing his replacement has already been named. Turmoil around the future of many of their core,… Continue reading Manchester City Can Use League Cup As Launching Pad

Deadline Day Disappoints Again

For all intents and purposes, the January transfer window slammed shut at 11 PM GMT (6 PM ET) today. Teams in the German Bundesliga have until 5 PM GMT tomorrow to wheel and deal, but no blockbusters are expected in that final day and a half. The end of the winter transfer window used to… Continue reading Deadline Day Disappoints Again