Latest articles by Lee Roden
Ranked! The 100 best stadiums in the world
RANKED! The best stadiums in the world from all corners of the globe: this is your ultimate match-going bucket list
How Spain is treating G-Nev’s difficult start at Valencia
Gary Neville Gary Neville is yet to taste La Liga victory at the Mestalla helm, and the pen-pushers are showing no mercy writes Lee Roden...
5 La Liga stars who could be Premier League January gems
La Liga With the winter window almost upon us, Lee Roden looks at some of the La Liga talents who could be heading to England next month...
5 early characteristics of Gary Neville's coaching style
Gary Neville Lee Roden analyses the philosophies that the former Manchester United captain is trying to impart on Valencia...
Why the Europa League can rediscover the magic of the UEFA Cup
UEFA Europa League With underdogs making waves and the knockout stages set to feature more quality sides than ever, Lee Roden explains why Europe's junior competition is enjoying something of a renaissance...
What on earth can Gary Neville expect at Valencia?
Gary Neville The England assistant-cum-Sky Sports punditry prince has leapt into the deep end to join his younger brother at Mestalla. Lee Roden evaluates G-Nev’s intriguing job ahead...
Scouted: The World Cup star who could bolster Spurs or Man United's defence
Talentspotter La Liga expert Lee Roden scouts Mexican centre-back and rumoured Tottenham and Manchester United target Hector Moreno...
Why Real Sociedad is not the easy option for David Moyes
David Moyes Lee Roden assesses what the former Manchester United boss must do to hit the ground running in San Sebastian...
Why Unai Emery is the manager Arsenal need for the here and now
Unai Emery The Spaniard's two seasons at PSG were disappointing – but his track record of hard work, player improvement and trophies makes him a good fit right now, writes Lee Roden
FFT100 2018: No.15, Luis Suarez (Barcelona)
FFT100 A Clasico hat-trick and stunning assist in the World Cup last 16 were yet more evidence of the Barça tyro's prevailing class on the biggest occasions. He's still going alright...
How Sweden built a team to believe in – and why it spells trouble for England
FIFA World Cup On the bones of Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s international retirement and a glorious 2015 under-21 triumph, Sweden have built a side to shock the world – and counteract England, writes Lee Roden
Why Celtic’s European consistency deserves much more credit
Celtic Failure to qualify for the Champions League was ridiculed, but the Bhoys' record in Europe overall is surprisingly excellent. Look at the numbers, though, and that shouldn't necessarily be the case
How 'washed-up' Thierry Henry achieved his brilliant Barça revival
Thierry Henry On this day in 2007, Henry joined Barcelona and while the Frenchman's Arsenal days are legendary, his three-year stint in Catalonia was impressive in differing circumstances...
4 big lessons Arsenal need to learn against Barcelona
Arsenal The Gunners go into Wednesday night’s second leg two goals down, and not for the first time either. Lee Roden looks at what’s gone wrong…
These are the 5 biggest stories to watch out for in El Clasico
La Liga Barcelona’s 10-point lead over Real Madrid means this weekend’s meeting between the pair won’t settle Spain’s title – but that doesn’t make it any less compelling. Lee Roden picks out five things to look out for...
Elneny impresses, Arsenal’s finishing doesn’t: 4 big things from Barcelona 3-1 Arsenal
Stats Zone Arsene Wenger’s side crashed out to the Catalans 5-1 on aggregate on Wednesday night, and Lee Roden was there to see it...
4 Diego Simeone masterstrokes that got Atletico Madrid back in the La Liga title race
Atlético Madrid La Liga is all a flutter with excitement, as just a point now separates the top three. Troopers Atleti are on a roll, and Lee Roden explains why...
5 signs resurgent Atletico are ready to annoy Barcelona and Real Madrid again
Atlético Madrid Diego Simeone's Rojiblancos are lean, mean and achieving – but better still, their best is yet to come, writes Lee Roden...
5 big things from Barcelona 2-1 Atletico: Simeone out-thinks Enrique but MSN marvel
Stats Zone Lee Roden was at the Camp Nou to dig into a huge win for the Blaugrana using Stats Zone...
4 ways Barça can break down Europe’s best defence on Saturday
Barcelona Diego Simeone’s Atlético Madrid boast the meanest backline on the continent this season – but in need of a win they may open themselves up at the other end, writes Lee Roden...
What’s left for Fernando Torres? Out with a whimper or a fitting end for an Atletico legend?
Fernando Torres Still loved and adored by the Rojiblancos' faithful, El Nino seemingly has four months left at the Vicente Calderon and will want to sign off in style with that elusive 100th goal, writes Lee Roden...
5 things Real Madrid need to fix to compete with Barcelona
Real Madrid Lee Roden's recipe for restoring los Blancos' faltering reputation...
5 reasons why Rafa Benitez couldn’t cut it at Real Madrid
Rafael Benítez The former Liverpool boss suffered the inevitable axing on Monday evening – but why was his reign so unruly? Lee Roden evaluates...
