During the 2018/19 season 3.2 billion people watched the league which is more than what the second most popular league, La Liga in Spain, manage. They recorded around 2.5 million viewers in 2019-20 with fans tuning in to see teams like Barcelona and Real Madrid. It was clear that there was an opportunity to develop the league on a commercial basis which was not happening under the previous regime. The departure of Sergio Aguero following a decade of goals and silverware has left a big hole to fill, with Jesus the only recognised senior striker in the squad. That’s where Kane could come in, but Spurs are understandably reluctant to part ways with their captain and talisman. But what most people would agree with is how well Gareth Southgate man managed his squad to create a close-knit family. The morale in camp seemed impeccable.

Even Jose Mourinho, undoubtedly one of the greatest managers of his generation, was let go by Chelsea after a poor start to season, just a few months after delivering Chelsea their first league title in four seasons. With the thin material comes the increased risk of foot injuries. Metatarsals aren’t protected like they used to be. Targeting new demographics: To further increase participation, football organizations are targeting new demographics, such as women and girls. The Canadian Football League has launched a program to promote the game among female athletes. It also encourages girls to participate in football on an international platform. Development of programs: Football organisations are also developing programs to help youth and amateur athletes improve their skills and performance. These programs can include camps, clinics, and other activities that will help players hone their skills in the sport. Coincidence? Potentially. But are you willing to take a chance on these boots knowing six top, healthy players are all going to spend a serious amount of time on the sidelines as a result?

The other club with big title aspirations is Chelsea who have been buoyed by their Champions League title having beaten Manchester City 1-0 in May’s final. Thomas Tuchel is building a well drilled side and has gotten big performances out of the likes of Kai Havertz and Jorginho since arriving at Stamford Bridge in January. Expanding into communities: Football organizations are also expanding their presence in communities across Canada by establishing football programs in local schools Fresh from a treble-winning season, Pep Guardiola’s men are again odds-on favourites with Nomini and other bookmakers to continue their domestic supremacy, with some gambling platforms pricing them as low as 8/13 to lift a fifth league crown in six years.

It has been a feast of football over the past couple of months as we went from the domestic European season to the rescheduled European Championships, the Copa America, the Olympic Games, and the Gold Cup. Mikel Arteta’s team long seemed to be in the driver’s seat to win the trophy last season before a shortage of reliable options on the bench took the wind out of their sails down the final stretch. Rodgers had squandered much money on thoroughly average players, and their was little he could argue for his continuation, especially when a manager of the standing of Jürgen Klopp was available.Surely the aim for a newly promoted side from the Fotball League to the Premier League, is to stay in the division, and what Flores has achieved this season would have to be seen as a resounding success, but not in the eyes of Watford’s unforgiving Itlaian owners. Despite everything, Avenue retain a hardcore following of 300; and away support that can number 100 plus. The train to the York fixture two seasons ago resembled a football special, albeit one full of fifty-somethings (guilty as charged), with the demographic skewed by fans of the original club. As attention turns to the Chester game, the pleasures of the day distract from the potential result.

As recently as March, Karanka missed Boro’s game at Charlton as rumours circulated he was set to leave the Riverside but, ten games later, the side clinched a return to the Premier League after seven years in the Championship.Manchester City hit a formidable run of form in the second half of the 2022/23 campaign, leaving long-standing pacesetters Arsenal five points behind en route to winning a third consecutive league title. It’s impossible to keep this up season after season. The new stuff, added with caffeine, puts so much pressure on the cardio (vascular) system. Now you put into that painkillers or even anti-biotics (if they’re ill), it’s a minefield.”