Euro 2012

Who Needs Greener Pastures? (Part 1)

During the brainstorming phase of the recent underrated/overrated articles, several players came to mind that had mediocre seasons but were not the type of player we chose for being overrated. Instead, we decided to try and find players that need to ply their trade for a different club and in a different environment in order…Read More

IFAB Approves Goal-Line Technologies

IFAB, the board that governs international football, has finally revealed that it’s members have reached a unanimous decision regarding the use of goal-line technology in professional fixtures, with the verdict now officially a ‘yes’. Following IFAB’s  approval, two different systems, GoalRef and Hawkeye will be tested to see which is the most suitable for football.…Read More

Pirlo for Ballon d’Or? Not Inconceivable

Ronaldo and Messi seem to have been the only serious contenders for the coveted Ballon d’Or/FIFA World Player of the Year award for the past few years (whether it’s deserved or not is up to you), but the name on everyone’s lips right now is Andrea Pirlo, the midfield engine for Italy that has powered…Read More

Outraged Gallas: Nasri Is Fake

Last week, Samir Nasri lashed out at reporters following his side’s loss to Spain in this year’s Euro 2012 quarter-finals, causing a number of people, including  FFF president Noël le Graët, to publicly condemn the Manchester City man’s actions. Nasri apologized soon after, but former-teammate William Gallas warns that Nasri’s words of sorrow are insincere at best.…Read More

Euros ‘Kill’ Chinese Fan

We’ve all come across the occasional ‘super fan’, but Jiang Xiaoshan took his dedication for sport to a whole new level. Xiaoshan had, throughout the current European tournament, stayed up every night without exception in an effort to ensure that he wouldn’t miss a single game. Unfortunately, Jiang’s admirable passion for the game meant he was…Read More

Euro 2012 Knockout Stage

With the group games all dealt with, our attention now turns to the knockout round where the top two teams from each group will all be vying for a place in the penultimate showdown. This is where it all counts. One mistake can see you fall; one moment of brilliance can see you rise.   …Read More

The Netherlands and Russia make an early exit- Who is to blame?

With two early favorites to exit their groups now planning their summer vacations INSTEAD of continuing on in the Euro’s, we have to ask: Who is to blame for these two teams making early exits? Russia must have looked at their group before the beginning of this tournament and had a small celebration. Greece, Poland,…Read More

Euro 2012 – Best individual performances

Following Cristiano Ronaldo’s brilliant performance against Holland, we thought we’d take a quick look at which players have stood out from the rest of their team-mates so far! We have seen some fascinating tales unfold, and we’ve not even progressed from the Group stages yet! Carry on reading to find out who Soccer Reviews thinks…Read More

Wayne Rooney: My Time Is Now

The adrenaline kicks in and your frustration takes control. A rash decision that you instantly regret; a red card… and a two match suspension is the sore price to pay. That is in the past, and you will do well not to dwell on the volatile action that instigated your suspension. You are feeling fresh…Read More

England Players Nike Clash Boots

England put up a gritty performance last night against France as they held onto a 1-1 draw after 90 minutes, and we have close-up images of a number of the players’ customized Nike Clash football boots. Alex Oxlaide-Chamberlain: Nike CTR360 Maestri II The Arsenal teenage sensation was given a surprise starting spot by Roy Hodgson,…Read More

Euro 2012 – Week 1 Round-up

The thrills and spills of Euro 2012 are well and truly underway. In a mere three days, we have been treated to a vast array of performances from Europe’s elite. We’re here to recap all the action that occurred in the first round of group fixtures. Let’s get the ball rolling. Group A Poland 1…Read More

Nike Clash Collection Production

Nike are thrusting their Clash Collection even further into the spotlight with the release of this neat little production video. In it, Nike detail the reasons behind the creation of their bespoke Clash Collection that will be dividing the pitches as of this weekend. As a boot fan, it’s always nice to catch a glimpse…Read More

Nike Football Stadium Features My Time Is Now Theme

Nike’s My Time is Now Campaign Comes to Life at the Nike Football Stadium- As part of the global My Time Is Now campaign, Nike has created the Nike Football Stadium, a dedicated football space for fans wanting to immerse themselves in the very best of Nike’s product innovations, athletes and teams, and digital interactive…Read More

Euro 2012: Boot round up

The past few weeks has seen a multitude of new colourways (and boots) released to the market before the European Championships this Summer. The sheer number of new releases has proved difficult to keep up with, and so this article gives a concise look at each of the major new releases. We have our favourites,…Read More

Umbro Faces of England: Gazza

Paul Gascoigne, one of the finest footballing talents England has ever produced, was in London today on the eve of England’s Euro 2012 warm-up match against Norway to show his support to the team’s tournament hopes. Gazza, capped 57 times, last appeared in an England shirt against Belgium in 1998 and now he wears the…Read More