Articles by Harry Watkinson (82)
The stats behind Alex Iwobi’s incredible start to the season
Since joining Everton in 2019, Alex Iwobi has faced a lot of criticism from his own supporters for failing to live up to his £28 million price tag. However, after moving into a central midfield role under Frank Lampard, he has enjoyed a truly remarkable transformation.
- Harry Watkinson
- 23/10/2022 | 14:52
The stats behind Trent Alexander-Arnold’s disappointing start to the season
Apart from flashes of brilliance, Trent Alexander-Arnold has been a shadow of his former self this season, bringing into question his spot in the England squad.
- Harry Watkinson
- 22/10/2022 | 10:13
Last Chance Saloon for Steven Gerrard?
Aston Villa boss Steven Gerrard is currently the 1/6 favourite to be the next Premier League manager to be sacked, but what has gone so wrong for the former Liverpool skipper?
- Harry Watkinson
- 20/10/2022 | 14:13
Who are Arsenal’s best performing players so far this season?
Arsenal currently sit top of the premier league table after winning nine of their opening 10 matches, but who have been the star performers for the Gunners?
- Harry Watkinson
- 18/10/2022 | 13:34
Comparing Xavi’s first 50 games at Barca with the last four long-term bosses.
Last November, legendary Barcelona player Xavi took the helm at Camp Nou, but with the Catalans looking likely to be out of the Champions League and with Madrid above them in the league, the former midfield maestro is under pressure.
- Harry Watkinson
- 17/10/2022 | 15:46
The five best free agents still available after deadline day
The transfer window slammed shut on Thursday, with some teams failing to get the adequate reinforcements for the season.
- Harry Watkinson
- 02/09/2022 | 14:36
James Garner: Will United regret letting this wonderkid go?
Manchester United starlet James Garner is being heavily linked with a move to Everton ahead of deadline day, but with the 21-year-old touted as a future star, will the Red Devils regret letting him leave?
- Harry Watkinson
- 01/09/2022 | 09:47
The biggest deadline day transfers of all time
Today is transfer deadline day and we’re going to be in for some big-money moves as the window draws to a close.
- Harry Watkinson
- 01/09/2022 | 09:39
The stats that show why Cody Gakpo is in demand
Southampton, Manchester United, Nottingham Forest, Leeds and Everton are all reportedly interested in signing PSV winger Cody Gakpo, but why is the Dutchman so in demand this summer?
- Harry Watkinson
- 31/08/2022 | 11:52
The Merseyside Derby’s all-time most prolific goal scorers
The 241st Merseyside Derby will take place this weekend, and we have taken a look at the top five all-time goal scorers from the historic fixture.
- Harry Watkinson
- 30/08/2022 | 10:04
Antony: Manchester United’s next superstar?
Manchester United are reportedly closing in on an £84 million deal for Ajax winger Antony, but is he worth the huge price tag?
- Harry Watkinson
- 29/08/2022 | 08:58
Ben Brereton Diaz: Is he ready for the Premier League?
Ben Brereton Diaz has refused to sign a new contract with Blackburn Rovers in favour of a move to the Premier League, but is he good enough?
- Harry Watkinson
- 26/08/2022 | 12:42
Joao Pedro: a smart buy for any Premier League club
Watford forward Joao Pedro has been heavily linked with a move to Newcastle this week, with Everton, Leicester, Nottingham Forest and Leeds also interested, but why is the Brazilian so in demand?
- Harry Watkinson
- 25/08/2022 | 08:23
Rodgers, Lampard, or Gerrard? Who will be the first Premier League manager to go?
We are just three games into the Premier League season, and some fans are already calling for their managers to be sacked.
- Harry Watkinson
- 23/08/2022 | 10:04
Justin Kluivert to Fulham, a smart signing for Marco Silva?
Fulham are ramping up their transfer business this week and are reportedly closing in on AS Roma’s Justin Kluivert, but what would he bring to the Cottagers?
- Harry Watkinson
- 22/08/2022 | 13:47
Lookman, Sancho, Belligham: How English players have fared in the Bundesliga
Young superstar Jude Bellingham has been heavily linked a big money move to Liverpool this week, as they look to reinforce their midfield.
- Harry Watkinson
- 18/08/2022 | 14:54
In demand: Coventry City’s Viktor Gyokeres
According to reports, Everton and several other Premier League clubs have enquired about signing Coventry City striker Viktor Gyokeres, but what’s all the fuss about?
- Harry Watkinson
- 18/08/2022 | 10:43
Analysing Marcus Rashford’s last three seasons: still an asset, or wasted potential?
Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford has been linked with a move to PSG in recent weeks, but should the Red Devils keep him or cash in while they can?
- Harry Watkinson
- 16/08/2022 | 14:32
Everton’s Anthony Gordon: To sell or not to sell?
Chelsea have reportedly had an initial bid of £40 million rejected for Everton’s Anthony Gordon and are expected to respond with an improved offer, but should Everton sell or keep the 21-year-old?
- Harry Watkinson
- 16/08/2022 | 10:06
Sasa Kalajdzic: United’s next big striker or a costly risk?
Manchester United are reportedly battling Bayern Munich for the signature of 25-year-old Stuttgart striker Sasa Kalajdzic, but why is he so in demand this summer?
- Harry Watkinson
- 15/08/2022 | 14:17
Could this be the year for Blackburn Rovers?
Blackburn Rovers top the Championship after winning their three opening games, but what have they been doing differently under their new manager John Dahl Tomasson?
- Harry Watkinson
- 15/08/2022 | 11:50
In demand: RB Salzburg’s Mohamed Camara
Amid interest from Leeds, Brighton and Everton, Salzburg midfielder Mo Camara has reportedly told his agent that he wants to move to the Premier League… but why are so many teams interested in him?
- Harry Watkinson
- 11/08/2022 | 14:58
Analysing Nottingham Forest’s five biggest signings this summer.
Nottingham Forest have spent big this summer after returning to the English topflight for the first time since 2004, but will these new players be enough to keep them in the Premier League?
- Harry Watkinson
- 11/08/2022 | 12:21
Could this be a big season for Leicester’s Dewsbury-Hall?
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall netted in Leicester City’s opener against Brentford on Saturday and with so much excitement for him among Foxes fans… could this be a big breakthrough season for the 23-year-old?
- Harry Watkinson
- 09/08/2022 | 15:33
Why Brighton could qualify for Europe this season
Brighton got their season off to the perfect start after beating Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday, but just how far can the Seagulls go this season?
- Harry Watkinson
- 09/08/2022 | 12:26
The five best free agent strikers still available this summer
There are just three weeks left in the transfer window and plenty of clubs are still in need of striker reinforcements… could these free agents be the answer?
- Harry Watkinson
- 08/08/2022 | 15:26
Amadou Onana: Everton’s new midfielder with GIANT potential
Everton are expected to officially complete the transfer of highly-rated Lille midfielder Amadou Onana on a £33.5 million deal this week, but what does he bring to the Toffees?
- Harry Watkinson
- 08/08/2022 | 11:33
Dwight McNeil: Does he improve the Toffees?
Everton have completed a £20 million move for Burnley winger Dwight McNeil this week, but what does he bring to Frank Lampard’s team?
- Harry Watkinson
- 29/07/2022 | 07:33
Can Spurs break the top two this season?
Manchester City and Liverpool have been the two dominant English teams for the past four years, besides Manchester United’s 2020-21 second-place finish… but could Spurs be the team to break the trend this season?
- Harry Watkinson
- 27/07/2022 | 10:09
Jules Kounde: a centre-back in demand with HUGE potential
Jules Kounde is one of the most sought-after defenders in the world at the moment, with Chelsea and Barcelona battling for his signature, but why is he so in-demand?
- Harry Watkinson
- 27/07/2022 | 08:12
Nathan Collins: the Wolves signing with huge potential
Nathan Collins had a difficult 2021-22 season with Burnley, but he stood out as one of their bright sparks. Now he has made the £20 million move to Wolves,... what does he offer to his new club?
- Harry Watkinson
- 25/07/2022 | 10:44
Jesse Lingard: A smart move or a costly risk?
Jesse Lingard has completed a move to newly promoted Nottingham Forest, but will he be a good fit at the City Ground?
- Harry Watkinson
- 20/07/2022 | 14:33
Djed Spence: Spurs’ answer to their right-back problem?
21-year-old right back Djed Spence has been snapped up by Spurs this summer on a £19 million deal, but what does the promising defender bring to Antonio Conte’s side?
- Harry Watkinson
- 20/07/2022 | 11:34
Marc Cucurella: the perfect replacement for Oleksandr Zinchenko?
As Oleksandr Zinchenko looks set to join Arsenal this summer, Manchester City are reportedly interested in signing Brighton’s defender Marc Cucurella… but what would he bring to the league Champions?
- Harry Watkinson
- 19/07/2022 | 15:49
How the PL's record goal scorers faired in their breakthrough top-flight seasons
After big-name young strikers like Erling Haaland and Darwin Nunez made big-money moves to the Premier League this summer… how will their first seasons’ compare to the division’s all-time top scorers?
- Harry Watkinson
- 19/07/2022 | 10:57
Lewandowski and Raphinha: what do they bring to Barca?
Barcelona have recently confirmed two HUGE summer signings in Robert Lewandowski from Bayern Munich and Raphinha from Leeds United… but what attributes will they add to Xavi’s squad?
- Harry Watkinson
- 18/07/2022 | 16:49
Richarlison vs Cornet… is the Burnley man a good replacement for the Toffees?
Everton recently parted ways with their top scoring, fan-favourite player Richarlison, selling him to Spurs for £60 million. But could Burnley’s Maxwel Cornet be the ideal replacement for the Blues?
- Harry Watkinson
- 18/07/2022 | 11:50
Europe’s WORST form teams heading into the 2022-23`season
The new season is now less than a month away and we have looked at the teams who finished the 2021-22 campaign with the worst form.
- Harry Watkinson
- 12/07/2022 | 09:01
Matthijs de Ligt: Is the Dutch centre-back worth £75 million?
22-year-old Juventus centre-back Matthijs de Ligt has been one of the most sought-after players in the summer window, with Bayern Munich, Chelsea, Manchester City and Manchester United all vying for his signature… but what’s all the fuss about?
- Harry Watkinson
- 11/07/2022 | 08:13
Why Raheem Sterling is a HUGE signing for Chelsea
The serial trophy winner and in general top-quality player Raheem Sterling is now expected to join Chelsea in one of the biggest transfers of the summer so far.
- Harry Watkinson
- 11/07/2022 | 08:07
Analysing Chelsea’s most valuable loanees from 2021-22.
Chelsea are known for having a LOT of players out on loan at any given time, but some are much more valuable than others.
- Harry Watkinson
- 11/07/2022 | 08:05
Weekend Tips: home glory for England in Women's Euros?
The 2022 Women’s European Championships looks wide open with Spain currently outright favourites, though their price has drifted to 4/1 after their star player Alexia Putellas tore her anterior cruciate ligament in training.
- Harry Watkinson
- 08/07/2022 | 11:19
Morgan Gibbs-White: In demand
Wolves midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White is just 22 years old, but he is already on the radar of several Premier League clubs this summer.
- Harry Watkinson
- 08/07/2022 | 06:57
Analysing the Golden Boot favourites at the Women’s Euros
The Women’s European Championships are now underway and it looks like we’re in for a fascinating tournament with plenty of exciting teams and players to watch.
- Harry Watkinson
- 07/07/2022 | 16:02
Christian Eriksen: Manchester United’s Saviour?
The Christian Eriksen story is one of the most amazing in football history and with Manchester United looking likely to sign him this summer, what can he bring to the Red Devils next season?
- Harry Watkinson
- 07/07/2022 | 07:01
Europe's most in-form teams heading into the 2022-23 season
The new season is approaching at an unprecedented pace due to the winter World Cup in Qatar, so we looked at the teams who have the best form heading into the new campaign.
- Harry Watkinson
- 06/07/2022 | 07:49
Richarlison vs Kulusevski: Who starts for Spurs?
Spurs have just splashed £60 million on Richarlison to add to their attack, but will he actually get into their starting eleven?
- Harry Watkinson
- 05/07/2022 | 09:01
Keane Lewis-Potter… what’s all the fuss about?
Keane Lewis-Potter has been attracting a LOT of interest from Premier League clubs this summer, with the likes of West Ham and Brentford battling for this signature… but why is the Hull City winger so in demand?
- Harry Watkinson
- 04/07/2022 | 08:55
Tyler Adams: What could he bring to the Premier League?
Tyler Adams has attracted interest from Everton and Leeds after RB Leipzig said they are willing to let him leave on loan or permanently this summer, but what would he bring to the Premier League?
- Harry Watkinson
- 04/07/2022 | 08:40
The greatest British and Irish players to feature in the MLS
Gareth Bale has joined a relatively short list of British and Irish players who have made the move to the MLS, after joining Los Angeles FC this summer on a free transfer.
- Harry Watkinson
- 28/06/2022 | 15:09
James Rodriguez: Worth a punt or a waste of money?
Two-time Champions League winner James Rodriguez recently said he wants to leave Qatar Stars League club Al-Rayyan so he can once again compete in Europe, but this time, clubs don’t seem to be queuing up for his signature.
- Harry Watkinson
- 28/06/2022 | 15:08
Analysing Man United's 2021-22 loanees
Manchester United had eight players out on loan during the 2021-22 season and it’s fair to say the majority of them struggled away from their parent club.
- Harry Watkinson
- 28/06/2022 | 11:06
Luis Suarez: Could he still do it in the Premier League?
Luis Suarez is set to leave Atletico Madrid this summer after a successful two-year spell at the club and Aston Villa are among the favourites to sign him. But at the age of 34, could he still produce the goods in the Premier League?
- Harry Watkinson
- 27/06/2022 | 08:37
Breaking down Darwin Nunez’s outrageous stats for Benfica
Liverpool spent a record £67.5 million on their new striker Darwin Nunez from Benfica and the price tag seems justified looking at his stats from the 21-22 season.
- Harry Watkinson
- 20/06/2022 | 16:23
Analysing Man City’s most exciting loanees
Pep Guardiola already has an incredible squad at Manchester City, but they also have a few exciting players who were loaned out in the 2021-22 season that may get an opportunity when they return to their parent club.
- Harry Watkinson
- 20/06/2022 | 14:36
The Championship’s top playmakers in 2021-22
The ability to see a pass and create a goal is not something that comes naturally to all players, but these Championship stars certainly had a knack for getting assists in 2021-22.
- Harry Watkinson
- 20/06/2022 | 11:33
James Tarkowski vs Michael Keane: What does Tark bring to Everton?
Everton are expected to officially announce the signing of James Tarkowski on a free transfer at the beginning of July and he could be a big signing for the Blues.
- Harry Watkinson
- 20/06/2022 | 10:48
The Premier League’s Top Creators in 2021/22
Goal scorers generally get all the plaudits in the media but sometimes in football, the pass is even more important than the finish.
- Harry Watkinson
- 14/06/2022 | 13:08
The most efficient attacking teams from Europe’s ‘big five’
As the old saying goes: if you don’t shoot, you don’t score. But the truth is if you don’t score… shooting doesn’t count for much. But these teams don’t have to worry about that.
- Harry Watkinson
- 13/06/2022 | 15:44
Euro qualifiers: England Under-21s’ most prolific attackers
England’s first team may look great on paper, but they also have some very exciting young players waiting for their chance in the Under-21 squad.
- Harry Watkinson
- 13/06/2022 | 11:39
Weighing up England’s goalkeeper options
Jordan Pickford has been England’s consistent number one since the 2018 World Cup and looks to be Southgate’s first choice for the Nations League. But, if we look at the stats, is he the best option?
- Harry Watkinson
- 07/06/2022 | 09:49
Ranking the best goalkeepers from Europe’s ‘big five’
As the old saying goes, you have to be crazy to be a goalkeeper and the ones in this article must be the craziest in Europe.
- Harry Watkinson
- 06/06/2022 | 13:38
England’s Nations League forwards: how they earned their place
The Nations League campaign is now underway and with the World Cup approaching, we have broken down the domestic seasons of t England’s forwards who are currently in the squad.
- Harry Watkinson
- 06/06/2022 | 12:53
The Premier League relegation candidate’s highest scoring players
The five teams embroiled in the relegation battle will be counting on their main goal scorers to keep their hopes of staying in the Premier League alive. Here are each of those teams' top scorers this season.
- Harry Watkinson
- 12/04/2022 | 10:59
The Premier League’s most prolific crossers
A good crosser of the ball is a great resource to have in football, and we’ve ranked the top five most prolific crossers in the Premier League this season.
- Harry Watkinson
- 11/04/2022 | 11:24
The Scottish Premiership’s Highest Scoring Players
The Scottish Premiership has six game weeks remaining and we've taken a look at the division's top scorers.
- Harry Watkinson
- 07/04/2022 | 09:39
The Champions League’s top tacklers
Top defensive players are often overshadowed by goal scorers, but this article ranks the Champions League’s top tacklers from throughout this season’s competition.
- Harry Watkinson
- 06/04/2022 | 11:30
The Champions League’s last eight by numbers
The Champions League quarter finals are upon us this week and we’ve broken down each remaining team’s statistics from the competition.
- Harry Watkinson
- 05/04/2022 | 13:45
The Championship’s most clinical strikers ranked
The Championship has been exciting again this season with plenty of goals, and we took a look at the division's highest scoring strikers.
- Harry Watkinson
- 04/04/2022 | 09:25
The World Cup favourite's Golden Boot Candidates
As it is the international break, we have taken a look at the most prolific scorers from the top five teams most likely to win the 2022 World Cup, according to the bookies.
- Harry Watkinson
- 30/03/2022 | 11:00
Europe’s highest scoring second tier teams
Just because it’s the international break, doesn’t mean all domestic football stops. This article looks at Europe’s highest scoring second tier sides in the Championship, Spanish Segunda Division, 2. Bundesliga, Serie B and Ligue 2.
- Harry Watkinson
- 28/03/2022 | 09:47
Shot stoppers: Keepers with the most saves from Europe’s big five
David De Gea and Kasper Schmeichel are two examples of good goalkeepers with bad, some may even say incompetent defences.
- Harry Watkinson
- 21/03/2022 | 14:53
Europe’s 'Big Five': The most likely clubs to be relegated
It’s usually the title race that catches people’s attention, but the relegation battles in Europe’s top five leagues are very exciting this season.
- Harry Watkinson
- 21/03/2022 | 13:58
The dirtiest players from Europe’s ‘Big Five’ leagues this season
The number of fouls for a player or team has become a favourite market for bettors. To aid in choices, we have a list of the top five dirtiest players from the 'Big Five' leagues.
- Harry Watkinson
- 08/03/2022 | 08:13
Players in Europe’s Big Five with the most assists this season
A great playmaker can make or change a game. The ability to create a goal-scoring opportunity is not something that should be taken for granted. These players are amongst the best in Europe and deserve the credit.
- Harry Watkinson
- 01/03/2022 | 07:47
Teams from Europe’s Big Five who have received the most penalties
Penalties are always a good market to bet on. To aid selections for who is given the most and who converts the most, we've come up with this handy list.
- Harry Watkinson
- 28/02/2022 | 12:34
Europe’s top teams for clean sheets
A look at the teams with the most clean sheets in the Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A and Ligue 1.
- Harry Watkinson
- 22/02/2022 | 08:01
Europe's top teams for over 2.5 goals
A look at the teams in the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga and Ligue 1 with the highest percentage of games featuring over 2.5 goals.
- Harry Watkinson
- 21/02/2022 | 13:47
European teams with the most corners per game
A look at the clubs with the highest number of corners per game in the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga and Ligue 1.
- Harry Watkinson
- 14/02/2022 | 07:34
European teams with the most headed goals this season
The teams with the highest number of headed goals this season in Europe’s top tiers in England, Spain, Germany, Italy, and France.
- Harry Watkinson
- 14/02/2022 | 07:19
Europe’s top teams for draws
A look at the 10 teams with the highest draw percentages in the Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A and Ligue 1.
- Harry Watkinson
- 07/02/2022 | 15:09
The top 10 teams for BTTS in Europe
Both teams to score is one of the best ways to build your accumulators and here are the 10 teams in Europe who land it most.
- Harry Watkinson
- 01/02/2022 | 10:11