“There are certain sport fixtures that carry with them the weight of history, of tradition, of rivalry, and of intense, often irrational emotions, including unavoidable hurt. For someone initiated into football during the peak of the Sir Alex and Arsene years, it was Arsenal versus Manchester United. Even now, it’s the win I want most—yes, ahead of Spurs! …”
Football Paradise
“Blink and you would have missed it. Luis Diaz to Darwin Nunez to Mohamed Salah. Goal. Liverpool were back on terms with Brighton & Hove Albion last Sunday and, once again, Liverpool’s formidable attack had carved open an opposing defence. It is not just those three, either. Take out Diaz and replace him with Cody Gakpo (when fit), or remove Nunez and swap him for Diogo Jota (when not suspended) — there is no discernible drop in quality. With five players of such excellence at their disposal, it is difficult to argue against Liverpool having steadily amassed the best attacking options in Europe. …”
The Athletic (Video)
Scissors Kick 