Why Alberto Aquilani Should Be Axed for Italy Following Albania Win

Skillful though he might be, Alberto Aquilani does not deserve to be making any more appearances in the Azzurri shirt.  The Fiorentina player has been given enough chances to prove himself at international level, but at the age of 30, it is no longer worth waiting for him to produce the goods with consistency for his country. Against Albania in Italy’s most recent friendly, Aquilani flittered... 

Argentina Should Stick with Sabella as Coach Rather Than Martino

He may be Argentina’s most successful manager in 24 years, but there is no guarantee Alejandro Sabella will remain in his role with the national team post-World Cup. According to Argentine sports daily Ole (Spanish language), former Barcelona and Paraguay coach Gerardo Martino has been linked with the post, but it would make more sense for Sabella to remain in order to continue to build... 

Why James Rodriguez Will Be a Future Ballon d’Or Contender

He may have already been well-known to Colombians and fans of the clubs he has played for, but James Rodriguez made a name of himself on the global stage with a series of sublime displays at the 2014 World Cup. With the obvious talents he possesses, and based on his performances in that tournament, the 23-year-old is surely a future contender for the FIFA Ballon d‘Or award. A club career... 

What Can Argentina Learn from 2006 and 2010 World Cup Defeats to Germany?

The experience of being knocked out of the last two World Cups by Germany should work in Argentina’s favour when they take on the Europeans once again in Sunday’s final. Jose Pekerman’s side were defeated on penalties by Germany in the quarter-finals of the 2006 tournament, while Diego Maradona’s team went down 4-0 at the same stage in 2010. Ever the pragmatist, current manager... 

Argentina Have the Aura of World Champions After Belgium Win

While Argentina have failed to produce a truly dazzling performance at the 2014 FIFA World Cup, their display against Belgium in the quarter-finals confirms they are a side with genuine title credentials. It is not always teams who shine in the early rounds of the competition that go on to become champions but rather those who grow into the tournament and hit their straps in the latter stages. Absolutely... 

Colombia’s James Rodriguez Is an Early Contender for Player of the World Cup

After leading Colombia to a 2-0 win over Uruguay in the round of 16, James Rodriguez must be considered one of the frontrunners to be named player of the tournament at the Brazil 2014 World Cup. Colombia’s vibrant brand of football has made them one of the most entertaining teams to watch in Brazil, and Rodriguez himself is usually at the centre of their attacking play. The 22-year-old scored... 

Why Fernando Gago Must Be Handed a World Cup Starting Spot for Argentina

The man most able to help Lionel Messi shine at the Brazil 2014 World Cup, Fernando Gago, must start every game for Argentina. When Gago injured his left knee while playing for Boca Juniors against Colon in mid-April, there was concern that he would barely be ready for the tournament in June and July. The 28-year-old may be a little lacking in match fitness, but he is training with the squad and it... 

Why Tom Rogic Must Be Handed a World Cup Starting Spot for Australia

It would be a risk for Australia coach Ange Postecoglou to name youngster Tom Rogic in his starting XI at the World Cup, but it is a risk worth taking. Rogic has enough ability that the team could one day be built around him, and since Brazil 2014 is likely to be little more than a learning experience for the Socceroos, the 21-year-old should be given a chance to show his worth. There are plenty of... 

Ranking Argentina’s Top 10 World Cup Goals

It’s not going to be too much of a spoiler to state up front that Diego Maradona will claim the prize for Argentina’s greatest-ever World Cup goal, but who else will make up our top 10? The Albicelestes are not only world football heavyweights, they are also known to play a delightful brand of football, so there are dozens of pretty strikes to choose from among their World Cup efforts. A... 

Why Tim Cahill Will Be Australia’s Major Weapon at the World Cup

He’s arguably Australia’s favourite footballer, the face of the national team for many and the embodiment of the Socceroos’ fighting spirit, and Tim Cahill will once again be the side’s most dangerous player at the Brazil 2014 World Cup. A veteran of two previous World Cup campaigns, the 34-year-old has not just survived the gradual disintegration of his country’s “Golden... 

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