Panos Kostopoulos

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Panos Kostopoulos Football Writer

Born in Greece, formed in the north west of England and settled in Madrid. Watching football since the early 90s and writing about it for the last 15 years. Addicted to the Premier League, with a soft spot for LaLiga. Previously published by MARCA, These Football Times and Gazzetta.gr, among others.

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Julian Alvarez transfer rumors Barcelona Arsenal

Julián Álvarez responds to future speculation amid Barcelona and Arsenal interest

The Argentine forward has once again stopped short of guaranteeing his long-term stay at the Metropolitano despite being under contract until 2030 Julián Álvarez found…

Xavi Simons injury with Tottenham (ACL knee)

Xavi Simons injury adds to Tottenham misfortune and rules him out of World Cup

The Tottenham midfielder suffered a serious knee injury during Saturday’s vital victory at Molineux Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed that Xavi Simons will miss the remainder…

Arsenal players and Newcastle squad ahead of April 25 clash

Arsenal vs Newcastle Match Preview (25/04/2026)

Preview, team news, head-to-head, probable line-ups, tactical analysis and where to watch Arsenal vs Newcastle in Saturday’s Premier League clash The Emirates Stadium prepares for…

James Tavernier announces decision to leave Rangers at the end of the season

Ibrox prepares for emotional farewell as Tavernier confirms summer departure with a post on social media James Tavernier has officially announced that his record-breaking 11-year…

Tottenham crisis: Toby Alderweireld criticizes Romero and Van de Ven in brutal assessment

Toby Alderweireld gives brutal assessment of Tottenham centre-backs Romero and Van de Ven

Spurs icon claims squad lack fundamental quality as Tottenham face relegation battle less than a year after winning the Europa League trophy Toby Alderweireld has…

Manchester City vs Arsenal preview with team news and line-ups

Manchester City vs Arsenal preview: Team news, line-ups, where to watch

Preview, team news, head‑to‑head, probable line‑ups, tactical analysis and where to watch Manchester City vs Arsenal in Sunday’s Premier League decider The Etihad Stadium hosts…

Hugo Ekitiké Achilles injury vs PSG Liverpool

Liverpool stunned as Hugo Ekitiké suffers serious injury in loss to PSG

The Reds were eliminated from the Champions League after losing 2-0 at home against reigning champions PSG Liverpool’s Champions League exit has been overshadowed by…

Arsenal injury crisis Mikel Arteta

Arsenal injury crisis? Mikel Arteta keeps fans guessing ahead of Sporting CP second leg

Mikel Arteta coy on Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice and others after absences ahead of Sporting CP clash Arsenal are preparing for a crucial Champions League…

Andy Robertson best Liverpool bargain action image

Andy Robertson: The best Liverpool bargain in Premier League history?

The Reds have officially announced that Robertson is set to depart the club this summer after nine hugely successful years Liverpool’s modern era has been…

Chelsea vs Man City clash preview with team news and lineups

Chelsea vs Manchester City preview: Team news, channel, line-ups

Preview, team news, head-to-head, probable line ups, tactical analysis and where to watch Chelsea vs Manchester City in Sunday’s Premier League clash. Manchester City visit…

Unai Emery Aston Villa Europa League coach trophy

Unai Emery’s incredible record as Europa League specialist aims to guide Aston Villa to glory

Emery eyes fifth Europa League crown as Aston Villa target end to 44-year trophy drought Unai Emery has set his sights on leading Aston Villa…

Arne Slot Liverpool pressure ahead of PSG vs Liverpool clash

Arne Slot’s last chance? Pressure mounts ahead of PSG vs Liverpool with Xabi Alonso waiting

The former Liverpool midfielder has been reportedly identified as primary candidate to succeed Arne Slot as Reds crisis deepens Despite delivering the Premier League title…

Michael O’Neill conflict of interest with Blackburn and Northern Ireland

Michael O’Neill responds to conflict-of-interest claims with Northern Ireland and Blackburn

A group of Championship clubs have formally contacted the English Football League to express concerns over O’Neill’s dual management of Blackburn Rovers and Northern Ireland…

Liverpool Kounde transfer from Barcelona

Liverpool reignite Jules Koundé interest in bid to solve injury-hit right-back position

Liverpool officials have reportedly identified Koundé as the primary solution to a debilitating defensive crisis that has left Arne Slot without a natural right-back Liverpool…

England vs Japan preview showing Harry Kane and Kaoru Mitoma ahead of Wembley clash

England vs Japan: Major audition for right-back role against Kaoru Mitoma

As the Three Lions prepare to host Japan at Wembley, the tactical focus shifts to a high-stakes vacancy on the defensive flank As Thomas Tuchel…

Thomas Tuchel hints at key flaw behind Trent Alexander-Arnold England snub

England boss explains shock omission of Trent Alexander-Arnold despite right-back injuries ahead of key 2026 FIFA World Cup preparations Thomas Tuchel has defended his decision…

Chelsea transfer target Joaquín Panichelli to miss World Cup with devastating injury

Ligue 1 top scorer Joaquín Panichelli suffered an ACL injury while training with the Argentina national team RC Strasbourg Alsace’s campaign has been thrown into…

Mohamed Salah celebrating for Liverpool at Anfield during his final season before leaving the club in 2026

Mo Salah to leave Liverpool: The five incredible stats that define his Premier League legacy

The Egyptian King will leave Anfield in June 2026, departing as the Premier League’s all-time leader in goal involvements for a single club after a…

Chelsea lineup leak identified as pressure mounts on Liam Rosenior

Chelsea identify source of lineup leaks as pressure mounts on Liam Rosenior

Liam Rosenior confirmed an internal investigation into the "mole" has concluded, revealing the information was shared without malicious intent before the club's record-breaking European exit…

Tuchel England Squad winners and losers with England players and FA badge

Winners and losers from Thomas Tuchel’s England squad announcement

A radical expansion of the Three Lions camp ahead of the World Cup, as the German tactician calls up 35 players for the upcoming international…

Sandro Tonali linked with Manchester United in summer transfer move

Manchester United set sights on Sandro Tonali ahead of busy summer transfer window

Old Trafford officials have reportedly identified the Italian international as their primary midfield target for a massive summer overhaul The strategic direction of Manchester United’s…

Bruno Fernandes celebrates after breaking David Beckham’s Manchester United assist record

Bruno Fernandes breaks David Beckham record: Two Premier League legends are next targets

The United captain surpasses Beckham’s 26-year-old club record with a masterclass against Aston Villa Bruno Fernandes etched his name further into Manchester United folklore on…

Troy Parrott celebrates brace for AZ Alkmaar against Sparta Prague after reaching 30 goals this season

Troy Parrott sends Czech Republic warning as Ireland striker hits brace against Sparta Prague

The prolific Irish striker reached 30 goals for season while ending European scoring drought in Alkmaar The city of Prague will be seeing plenty of…

Manchester United vs Aston Villa Premier League match preview at Old Trafford

Manchester United vs Aston Villa preview: Team news, line-ups, where to watch on TV

Preview, form guide, head-to-head record, team news and full broadcast details for Manchester United vs Aston Villa in the Premier League clash at Old Trafford…

Andoni Iraola: From Bournemouth scepticism to Premier League’s most wanted coach

The Basque tactician who silenced his critics to become the primary managerial target for England and some of Europe’s elite clubs this coming summer The…

Virgil van Dijk praises Liverpool’s “special talent” Rio Ngumoha following FA Cup breakthrough

The Liverpool captain is impressed with the 17-year-old while head coach Arne Slot calls on him to study Mohamed Salah’s consistency after a superb display…

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Are Tottenham too big to go down? When other great English sides suffered the unthinkable

The phrase "too big to fail" is a dangerous one in English football, especially for a club such as Tottenham Hotspur, who currently sit just…

Alan Shearer - Premier League

Alan Shearer reflects on personal experience to make Premier League title prediction

At the beginning of March, Arsenal top the Premier League table, sitting five points ahead of nearest rivals Manchester City, but having played a game…

Ajay Tavares signs for Barcelona

Ajay Tavares: The English teenage sensation who has signed for Barcelona

FC Barcelona have officially completed the signing of teenage starlet Ajay Tavares, who joins the Catalan club from Norwich City. The deal, which was delayed…

victor osimhen liverpool

Victor Osimhen hopes to avoid Liverpool in the Champions League last 16 draw

Victor Osimhen, ahead of Friday’s UEFA Champions League last-16 draw, has admitted that he would rather avoid a tie with Liverpool if Galatasaray draw them…