Ryan Benson

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Julen Lopetegui Looking for Sweet Revenge Against Madrid in 100th League Match

Where Lopetegui once saw Madrid as his greatest opportunity, he hopefully now just sees them as a mere obstacle in his quest for a crowning achievement: winning Sevilla their first…

2 months ago Ryan Benson

Soccer

Seville Derby: High-Flying Betis Finally Close to Challenging a Sevilla Struggling for Identity

Ahead of Sunday's Seville derby, The Analyst dives into the Opta data to look at the key issues behind Spain's biggest game of the week.

3 months ago Ryan Benson

Soccer

El Clásico: Messi and Ronaldo Are Gone but ‘Next Gen’ Hope to Prove the Future’s Already Here

El Clásico may no longer have Messi or Ronaldo, but there is plenty of young talent making a name for themselves at Barcelona & Real Madrid.

3 months ago Ryan Benson

Soccer

Italy vs. Spain: La Roja’s Domination the Inspiration Behind Unbeaten Azzurri

Spain equalled a world record amid their international dominance. That record now belongs to an Italian side hoping to emulate La Roja.

4 months ago Ryan Benson

Soccer

The Life of Bryan Gil: Looking at the Tottenham Target

Bryan Gil is arguably among the top under-21 players in La Liga. As he looks set for a move to the Premier League this summer, we assess his qualities.

6 months ago Ryan Benson

Soccer

The Key Men Behind Sevilla’s Unlikely La Liga Title Challenge

When Sevilla defeated Inter in their gripping Europa League final clash last August, there was a sense of déjà vu for Los Nervionenses. Not only because they were winning that…

9 months ago Ryan Benson

Soccer

Mount’s Everest: Chelsea’s Beacon of Homegrown Hope Has Proven He’s No Mere ‘Teacher’s Pet’

How Mason Mount has quickly become one of Thomas Tuchel's most important players.

9 months ago Ryan Benson

Soccer

Five to Watch: European U21 Championship

With the 2021 European Under-21 Championship kicking off this week, we analyse five players at the tournament who look to have big futures ahead of them.

10 months ago Ryan Benson