With Phil Foden being named the FWA Footballer of the Year, Adam Bate explains his decision to vote for the Manchester City player.
Arne Slot's appointment by Liverpool reflects the desires of Premier League clubs and their fans, writes Adam Bate. Is being untainted more important than being untested?
In The Debrief, Adam Bate examines how Aston Villa's tactical approach helps them to shrug off European exertions to maintain their Premier League push.
Harvey Elliott must play for Liverpool if Jurgen Klopp wants his pressing team back after Crystal Palace defeat, writes Adam Bate in The Debrief.
From Mark Clattenburg at Nottingham Forest to the analysts at Rennes, clubs are increasing the level of scrutiny on referees and there is no telling where it will end.
Adam Bate on why, for all the off-field distractions, the biggest problem facing Erik ten Hag remains the lack of clarity over the team’s style of play.
Harry Kane is facing the prospect of another season without a trophy – despite signing for serial winners Bayern Munich. What has gone wrong and why?
David Moyes has had success at West Ham but there is a reason why supporters become so dissatisfied when the results turn. It is a question of style, writes Adam Bate.
Jurgen Klopp has won it all with Liverpool and his legacy is enhanced by leaving on his terms and with his newly-rebuilt team on top.
Darwin Nunez's finishing is a concern but Liverpool are unbeaten when he has started this season. On the Nunez conundrum and whether it can be solved.
The stats that show Nuno Espirito Santo is already making a difference at Nottingham Forest. His record is underrated, writes Adam Bate in The Debrief.
In his latest column, Adam Bate looks at why Rasmus Hojlund is yet to score a Premier League goal for Manchester United. It is a tale of poor finishing and worse service.
In The Debrief, Adam Bate looks at why Ederson's passing makes the difference, Everton's shocking finishing stats, and one of the biggest problems with VAR.
Adam Bate examines Raphael Varane’s decline, another feel-good story at Luton and why Football League clubs are looking for a different profile of manager.
In his latest column, Adam Bate examines why Raheem Sterling is being left out by Gareth Southgate and reflects on what we can learn from Girona and Bayer Leverkusen.
In his latest column, Adam Bate examines Hee-Chan Hwang's turnaround at Wolves and wonders whether the timing of Wayne Rooney's appointment will undermine his ambitions.
Adam Bate reflects on an emotional night at Old Trafford, Gary O'Neil's Monday Night Football masterclass, and one year of Unai Emery at Aston Villa.
In his latest column, Adam Bate argues that VAR has helped to make decisions more accurate but means that the remaining errors erode trust like never before.
In his latest column, Adam Bate praises Jeremy Doku and Dominik Szoboszlai, Xabi Alonso’s impact at Bayer Leverkusen, and Plymouth’s use of their substitutes.
In his latest column, Adam Bate looks at Yves Bissouma’s improvement at Spurs, Man City’s midfield shift, Bruno Fernandes’ creativity and more…