Alex Cooper
Football Reporter
Alex Cooper reports on football from the grassroots to the elite, covering breaking transfer news, injury updates and match results across the top European leagues and international tournaments.
Articles by Alex Cooper
USA's tactical discipline in World Cup 2026 is their real edge
The World Cup 2026 is nine days deep and the USA's evolution …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Scotland’s path through the group stage requires a tactical reset
With a goal difference of -2, Scotland must improve their final-third clinicality …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Oxford United in turmoil after Bloomfield exit
Oxford United have parted ways with Matt Bloomfield following their relegation to …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
World Cup travel hurdles threaten Iran's squad stability
Geopolitical travel restrictions are threatening the health and physical readiness of the …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Man Utd's chaotic summer gamble: Tchouameni, Fernandes and the overhaul
Manchester United are juggling a high-cost overhaul this summer, balancing a £80m …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Arsenal target William Saliba's long-term replacement options
Arsenal's defensive recruitment is heating up as Real Madrid pivots away from …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Brazil's World Cup opener is a trap game against Haiti
Brazil faces a stern tactical test against a disciplined Haiti side, and …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Scotland are sleepwalking into a tournament exit
Scotland managed to look completely disjointed against Morocco, sparking a fiery debate …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
The Brazil vs Haiti drama is officially cracking the internet in half
Brazil's struggle against Haiti in the current Copa America slate has the …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Gary O'Neil is jumping ship from France after six weird months
Gary O'Neil is bolting from Strasbourg to Ipswich Town after just six …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Ipswich taking a flyer on Gary O'Neil is a wild gamble
Ipswich Town are closing in on Gary O'Neil as their new head …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Crysencio Summerville finds his Manchester United move complicated
Manchester United's interest in Crysencio Summerville is confirmed, but squad numbering issues …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Arsenal eye surprise move for the next Kvaratskhelia
Arsenal have entered talks for a wonderkid earning comparisons to Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Coventry are betting big on Lamps and the transfer market is officially manic
Frank Lampard looks set for a new deal at Coventry City, while …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Why the hydration break ad money grab ruins the match day flow
Hydration breaks were meant for player safety, but they have morphed into …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Frank Lampard is putting his reputation on the line at Coventry
Frank Lampard is nearing a new deal at Coventry, but the tactical …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Mauricio Pochettino is chasing shadows as the USMNT prepares for matchday
Mauricio Pochettino has opted for a strange approach to tournament preparation, filming …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Xabi Alonso eyes Stamford Bridge move for United outcast
Xabi Alonso is reportedly sizing up a move for a Manchester United …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Real Madrid secure Cucurella in shock Chelsea departure
Real Madrid have wrapped up a £52m deal for Chelsea's Marc Cucurella. …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Newcastle's opening day gauntlet against Liverpool shows the margin for error
Newcastle face an immediate trial by fire against Liverpool. I break down …
3 months, 2 weeks ago