Aston Villa’s attacking all-rounder Gabriel Agbonlahor has begun the season in fine form, carrying a Midlands side that lost key men once again this summer. If his brilliance continues, he could push for an England spot.
West Brom have flown up the Premier League table since appointing former Liverpool manager Roy Hodgson as their new boss. It is a late-season change that has most certainly been for the better.
Barcelona might have recorded a 2-0 victory over Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final, but it was the manner of the win which left many people disappointed.
Aston Villa manager Gerard Houllier looks to be facing a summer battle to keep hold of star performer Ashley Young with rival Premier League clubs circling. For Villa, the 25-year-old could define their 2011/12 campaign before it has even begun.
Chelsea and Liverpool were the biggest spenders in the January transfer window, splashing millions on attacking talent. But both have taken a gamble with their additions and are playing a high-risk game.
Liverpool’s decision to dump Roy Hodgson after an unhappy seven-month spell and replace him with club legend Kenny Dalglish has continued the soap opera at the Anfield club. Whether Dalglish is a long-term answer remains to be seen however.
Blackburn Rovers have launched an amazing swoop for Ronaldinho, while Tottenham Hotspur work on the signing of David Beckham. It promises to be a crazy January in English football.
Aston Villa manager Gerard Houllier has had a rough return to English football with the Midlands club. While their season’s fortunes are not set in stone, Houllier has already given some fans cause to doubt his appointment.
Despite a number of setback so far this season, Arsenal are still well and truly in the Premier League title race. However, it has never been more essential that Arsene Wenger’s side succeed.
The performances of Italian clubs in Europe have once again ensured the spotlight is shone on Serie A and the Azzurri. And the decline in progress shows no sign of being reversed.
