Monthly Archives: April 2024

El Clasico Preview: ‘D’ Day for Barcelona Against Real Madrid

By 11v11 Site Editor , 19th April 2024 at 8:00 PM (11v11 blog)

The top two teams in La Liga go head-to-head on Sunday in a fixture which could have a massive bearing on the outcome of the title race. Real Madrid head into the game with an eight-point lead over Barcelona with seven games remaining and are long odds-on to claim top spot. However, a Barca victory would keep them in contention to overhaul their bitter rivals during the final few weeks of the season. Madrid are the favourites to win the…

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Premier League Matchday 34: Arsenal & Liverpool Must Bounce Back

By 11v11 Site Editor , 19th April 2024 at 9:00 AM (11v11 blog)

There is a truncated look to Matchday 34 in the Premier League, with three fixtures pushed back to the middle of May due to the FA Cup semi-finals. However, there are still plenty of eye-catching matches on the agenda, so let’s look at some of the key talking points and statistics ahead of the weekend. Luton Town vs Brentford The clash between Luton Town and Brentford could be a pivotal game in determining the outcome of the Premier League relegation…

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Champions League 2023/24: Real Madrid on course for 15th title

By 11v11 Site Editor , 19th April 2024 at 6:00 AM (11v11 blog)

Real Madrid are on track to win their 15th Champions League title after a thrilling quarter-final encounter with Manchester City. After a breathless 3-3 draw earlier in Spain earlier this month, the Premier League side were the bookmakers’ favourites to progress to the semi-finals. However, Los Blancos produced a gritty defensive display to claim a 1-1 draw after extra-time to send the tie to a penalty shoot-out at the Etihad Stadium. Madrid kept their nerve to knock out the reigning…

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How modern football stadiums and training grounds work

By 11v11 Site Editor , 18th April 2024 at 5:40 AM (11v11 blog)

Football stadium design has undoubtedly progressed a long way since the heady days of Scottish architect Archibald Leitch. Born in Glasgow in 1865, Leitch was commissioned to design part or all of more than 20 stadiums in the United Kingdom and Ireland between 1899 and 1939. Liverpool, Everton, Blackburn Rovers, Manchester United and Rangers were among the clubs whose stadiums featured designs created by Leitch. Many Leitch stadiums have since undergone redevelopment in the wake of the Taylor Report and…

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Can India become the next hot retirement destination for football superstars?

By 11v11 Site Editor , 18th April 2024 at 5:39 AM (11v11 blog)

When it comes to assessing the established continental pecking order in professional football worldwide, Asia is undoubtedly considered to be a backwater. Japan, China and South Korea have the top leagues in the region, but they are a long way short of competitions such as the English Premier League in terms of quality. Other Asian countries have attempted to jump on the football bandwagon in recent years, with the launch of the Indian Super League (ISL) one of the most…

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Who Has Scored The Most Goals In The Champions League Final?

By 11v11 Site Editor , 15th April 2024 at 11:50 AM (11v11 blog)

Second legs of the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals are upon us, with the route to the showpiece event at Wembley Stadium set to narrow down to four teams. Image Source: unsplash.com As the pinnacle of European club football, the Champions League final showcases the best teams in a high-stakes showdown, forming a backdrop for top footballers to prove their value. For players, it's the culmination of their professional ambitions, a chance to etch their names in history and show their skills…

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Premier League Matchday 33: Tottenham & Aston Villa face tricky trips

By 11v11 Site Editor , 12th April 2024 at 6:00 AM (11v11 blog)

The 2023/24 Premier League season is hurtling towards the business end and issues at both ends of the division are yet to be decided. With that in mind, read on we look at some key talking points and statistics ahead of what will be another action-packed weekend in the English top-flight. Newcastle United vs Tottenham Hotspur The lunchtime clash between Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur has the potential to be a cracker with neither side noted for their defensive prowess.…

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The Best World Cup Hosts

By 11v11 Site Editor , 08th April 2024 at 12:47 PM (11v11 blog)

Like with most other sports, figuring out which is the best football team is easy – that’s what the game is about, after all. Yet, that’s not all it’s about, as much of the enjoyment of football comes from the stadium’s atmosphere, the euphoria of the spectacle, and the joy of sharing your passion with those around you. In that sense, what makes the FIFA World Cup special isn’t just the games themselves but the venues each World Cup host…

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Premier League Matchday 32: Ten Things to Watch This Weekend

By 11v11 Site Editor , 05th April 2024 at 12:26 PM (11v11 blog)

The action is coming thick and fast in the Premier League, with Matchday 32 following hot on the heels of an exciting round of midweek fixtures. Without further ado, read on we look at some key talking points and statistics ahead of what promises to be another thrilling weekend in the English top flight. Crystal Palace vs Manchester City The clash between Crystal Palace and Manchester City at Selhurst Park undoubtedly has the potential to be a banana skin for…

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Premier League: Arsenal & Manchester City stars strut their stuff

By 11v11 Site Editor , 04th April 2024 at 8:00 AM (11v11 blog)

With the 2023/24 Premier League season hurtling towards the business end, it was no surprise to see the latest round of fixtures produce plenty of talking points. These included the re-emergence of a forgotten player at Arsenal and a Manchester City star giving England manager Gareth Southgate some food for thought. Read on as we take a closer look at some of the standout stories from Matchday 31, starting with what could be a pivotal development in the title race.…

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