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From Champions League to Europa League: Teams Seeking Redemption

By 11v11 Site Editor , 19th September 2025 at 12:07 PM (11v11 blog)

Success in sports is often difficult to define because it cannot be objective. Every fan, player, coach, and owner can agree that winning trophies means being successful. However, in the complex game of European football, not all trophies are made the same. Not all teams play in the same league in terms of quality and competitiveness. This means that winning silverware cannot always be the measuring factor, but winning certain trophies that are most prestigious can. Two of the biggest…

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The Data Revolution That Is Transforming Football Coaching and Recruitment

By 11v11 Site Editor , 18th September 2025 at 8:31 AM (11v11 blog)

Football has always been a game of fine margins, but in recent years, the margins have become even finer. As the beautiful game evolves, data analytics is reshaping how clubs scout, recruit, and develop talent. From grassroots to the elite level, numbers now tell stories that were once hidden in plain sight, changing the way coaches and analysts approach every aspect of the sport. How Data Analytics Is Changing the Game The rise of data analytics in football is nothing…

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Five Champions League games to watch this week

By 11v11 Site Editor , 16th September 2025 at 2:48 PM (11v11 blog)

The 2025/26 Champions League takes centre stage this week with the first round of fixtures scheduled to take place over the next three days. With the qualifiers now completed, sports bettors can switch their focus to the league phase and many of them will be exploring offers like a bet365 bonus to boost their bankroll. Liverpool and Barcelona are the 6/1 joint favourites to lift the trophy while reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain can be backed at 13/2 to retain the…

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The biggest sporting events still to watch in 2025

By 11v11 Site Editor , 16th September 2025 at 1:39 PM (11v11 blog)

Sports fans are in for a treat in the final quarter of 2025, with the upcoming calendar packed with a plethora of major events across different disciplines. Without further ado, read on as we look at the biggest sporting events to watch in Q4 2025, starting with a competition which will have football fans on the edge of their seats. Champions League The opening stage of the 2025/26 Champions League gets underway in September, but really kicks into gear during…

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Europa League 2025/26: Betting, Dates, Matchday 1 Preview

By 11v11 Site Editor , 16th September 2025 at 8:50 AM (11v11 blog)

The opening phase of the 2025/26 Europa League gets underway in September. With automatic entry into the Champions League up for grabs, UEFA’s second-tier cub competition is a lucrative proposition for the eventual winners. Read on as we look at the latest outright betting for the Europa League, before previewing some of the standout fixtures on Matchday 1. Europa League 2025/26 – Betting Bettors who enjoy playing games on one of the leading bingo sites in the United Kingdom can…

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EA FC 26: The highest-rated player from each Premier League club

By 11v11 Site Editor , 15th September 2025 at 1:38 PM (11v11 blog)

EA Sports recently released the first list of highest-rated players in FC 26 ahead of the game’s eagerly-awaited launch on September 26. For fans pondering where to invest their FC 26 coins, the top ranked players in the Premier League are generally a good place to start. Read on as we look at the highest rated players from each Premier League club, before selecting a top-rated starting XI from the list. EA FC 26 – Top-rated Premier League players for…

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2025/26 Champions League Predictions & Betting Odds

By 11v11 Site Editor , 15th September 2025 at 8:42 AM (11v11 blog)

The 2025/26 Champions League season is around the corner, with Paris Saint-Germain looking to become the only team, alongside Real Madrid, to defend their title. Les Parisiens won the most prestigious European trophy last season, demolishing Inter Milan 5-0 in the Munich final. In doing so, they achieved their long-standing dream, finally lifting the trophy that had eluded them despite years of heavy investment. However, retaining the trophy has proved virtually impossible throughout the rich history of this competition, as…

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How Football Tactics Have Shaped the Modern Game

By 11v11 Site Editor , 15th September 2025 at 8:26 AM (11v11 blog)

Football has always been a game of evolution, not just in terms of players and skills, but also in the way teams organise themselves on the pitch. The journey from rigid early formations to today’s fluid tactical systems tells a fascinating story about how the sport has adapted to new challenges and ideas, shaping the way fans experience football around the world. Early Formations and the Shift to Pressing Styles In the earliest days of organised football, formations were simple…

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Spurs Reject Two Expressions Of Interest As Life After Levy Begins

By 11v11 Site Editor , 12th September 2025 at 10:39 AM (11v11 blog)

Most Tottenham Hotspur fans would have probably thought that the September international break would be a period where they could let their hair down and reflect on how new manager Thomas Frank had begun to settle into life at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Many will think that the 51-year-old Danish native has helped them turn the corner following the almost disastrous 17th-place Premier League finish they had last term.Two wins from their opening three games sees the side sat in fourth spot…

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Manchester City vs Manchester United – Preview, Team News & Line-ups

By 11v11 Site Editor , 11th September 2025 at 9:13 AM (11v11 blog)

One of the most highly anticipated fixtures in the Premier League calendar takes place at the Etihad Stadium as Manchester City face Manchester United on Sunday. Despite United's epic downfall after Sir Alex Ferguson's departure in 2013, they still hold the edge in all-time Premier League meetings against Man City. Last season's 2-1 win on this ground marked Man Utd's 26th league win over the Cityzens in the Premier League era, compared to City's 20, most recent of which came…

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