Holding Midfield
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Holding Midfield was founded by Joshua Askew, a football coach, as a means of keeping track of his thoughts and feelings on what's going on in football. He used to make notes on matches so these should just be seen as a more coherent form of them, which hopefully some will find interesting.
Holding Midfield
1w ago
Ending a campaign without tasting defeat is close to a fairytale—in any sport or competition, let alone football. As Bayer Leverkusen continues its remarkable run in the 2023-2024 season, fans and pundits alike are wondering if it can make history by going undefeated across all competitions.
Under the guidance of manager Xabi Alonso, Leverkusen has already clinched the Bundesliga title and is on the cusp of an unprecedented invincible season.
The Numbers Behind Leverkusen’s Dominance
Leverkusen’s incredible journey this season is backed by impressive statistics. In the Bundesliga, they have s ..read more
Holding Midfield
1M ago
Three days after their defeat to Leeds, Liverpool were back in action in the Football League. They hosted Bill Nicholson’s Tottenham Hotspur in a match that would represent perfectly their league campaign for the 1970/71 season.
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Holding Midfield
1M ago
A hat-trick from Alun Evans and Ian Ross man-marking Franz Beckenbauer saw Liverpool saunter past Bayern Munich into the semi-finals of the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup.
There they would meet Don Revie’s Leeds United, who had emerged out of the shadow of Liverpool and Manchester United to become the dominant team of the late sixties and early seventies.
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Holding Midfield
1M ago
Manchester City hosted Manchester United on Sunday afternoon for the city’s grand derby.
Coming into the game, the Cityzens were unbeaten at home for the last 18 games, while no visiting side had been able to stop Pep Guardiola’s men from scoring there for 54 games. Scoring against their rivals would see them equal their record of scoring in 55 home games in a row, which they set between January of 2012 and January of 2014. They had also won four out of their last five encounters against United, losing only one.
United travelled to the blue side of the city placed sixth in the table, having lo ..read more
Holding Midfield
2M ago
The Premier League’s 25th matchweek was the scene for the clash between hosts Manchester City and Chelsea.
So far this season Pep Guardiola’s men haven’t been able to maintain their usual sky-high standards, sitting in third place coming into the game. Chelsea’s troubles are much severe though, in tenth place with just 34 points from 24 games, having conceded 40 goals – the highest amount in their history.
Even though it’s almost impossible to write off a team managed by Mauricio Pochettino in any circumstances, the odds favour the Argentinian’s side very rarely these days. The Blues were only ..read more
Holding Midfield
2M ago
Football, known as soccer in North America, has seen a remarkable increase in popularity in North Carolina. This growth is not just in the number of fans but also in the development of local clubs and youth participation. North Carolina’s engagement with football reflects a growing appreciation for the sport, mirroring global trends in its rising popularity.
The Rise of Football Clubs and Academies
North Carolina’s football landscape has transformed significantly over the past few years. With the establishment of professional and semi-professional teams across the state, a fervent football cu ..read more
Holding Midfield
3M ago
Slot games have evolved significantly beyond the traditional fruit symbols, and online casinos now provide a varied array of themes to cater to diverse interests. One particularly exciting category is sports-themed slot games, where the adrenaline of the game meets the thrill of spinning reels. These games allow sports enthusiasts and slot aficionados alike to merge their passions in a dynamic gaming experience.
The Dynamics of Sports-Themed Slots
Slot games with a sports theme encapsulate the spirit of a range of sports, from football and basketball to golf and horse racing. Each slot is met ..read more
Holding Midfield
4M ago
Having fallen behind Everton and Leeds in the league, Liverpool’s attention turned to the FA Cup. Wins over Coventry, Wrexham and Leicester saw them advance to the sixth round, where they would face Watford.
Presently barely avoiding relegation to the Third Division, Watford should have been a forgettable pushover as Liverpool advanced to the semi-finals. Instead, it would become one of the most significant matches of Bill Shankly’s tenure.
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Video: A Tactical History of Liverpool, Episode 24: Liverpool – West Ham 1969, Football League 69/70
Holding Midfield
6M ago
After going unbeaten in their first nine games of the season, Liverpool began to stutter as they entered the autumn. Since their unbeaten run ended away to Manchester United in mid-September, they had won just two league matches.
The Reds sought to get back on track hosting Ron Greenwood’s West Ham United at Anfield, who had seen a lot of changes since we last saw them.
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Holding Midfield
7M ago
After three years without a trophy, Bill Shankly’s Liverpool started 1969/70 season well.
They thrashed Chelsea in their season opener, then followed it up by beating Manchester City. Now they travelled down to London for their first away game, where they would face Bill Nicholson’s Tottenham Hotspur.
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