Latest articles by Michael Cox
The most important player at Stamford Bridge on Saturday (and it's not who you think)
Stats Zone Michael Cox hails the influence of Man City's big-game go-to, James Milner – and ponders what's next for the England man...
Willian may be no master craftsman, but Chelsea need someone for their dirty work
Willian Mourinho man Oscar has been cast aside in recent weeks, while his compatriot's industry has ensured he's a mainstay. But there's only so far that will get him, writes Michael Cox...
How Ryan Mason cemented his 'undroppable' reputation at Sunderland
Stats Zone The Spurs midfielder thrived with a match-winning display at the Stadium of Light – and Michael Cox was impressed...
Nemanja Matic: The most important piece of Mourinho's Chelsea puzzle
Stats Zone Michael Cox explains how the Serbian midfielder came to symbolise Mourinho's new Chelsea ahead of Thursday's meeting with Tottenham...
Brendan Rodgers is playing Coutinho in the wrong position
Philippe Coutinho Michael Cox wonders whether Liverpool's Brazilian playmaker is playing too far forward...
How Lucas Leiva reminded Brendan Rodgers of his importance this season
Stats Zone Michael Cox marvels at the Brazilian's commanding display at the Emirates, and evaluates what might happen next...
Luis Enrique at Roma: why there'll be no frosty reception despite struggles
Luis Enrique Michael Cox examines the Barcelona coach's forgettable spell at Roma ahead of the two sides' Champions League clash...
Michael Cox: How Klopp’s "almost flawless" Liverpool out-thought shoddy Man City
Stats Zone Insistent without the ball and inventive with it, Liverpool demolished Man City – and impressed Michael Cox...
Why Fabregas's Saints display is epitomising Chelsea's current predicament
Cesc Fabregas The Spaniard's performances have been under the microscope for a while now, and Michael Cox wonders whether it's time the ex-Arsenal man was dropped...
Michael Cox: How Hector Bellerin cemented his place as Arsenal’s first-choice right-back
Hector Bellerin Michael Cox analyses the 20-year-old’s progression after another impressive display at former loan club Watford on Saturday...
Don't forget the middle men: how Southampton's midfield is winning games this season
Stats Zone The Saints are keeping it tight defensively and blasting their way to victory at the other end, but Michael Cox saves some love for Ronald Koeman's hard-working engine room...
Real's pass-masters make El Clasico a whole new ball game, but forgotten man Xavi isn't done yet
Stats Zone Michael Cox explains why Saturday's big battle in La Liga could be the most evenly balanced yet thanks to Los Blancos' ball-loving stars...
How Liverpool's leaky back-line can be improved – and why it must be for next season
Stats Zone Michael Cox suggests how the Reds' forgiving rearguard can shape up in the last three games of the campaign...
How moving back helped Gareth Bale move forward at Real Madrid
Stats Zone Michael Cox assesses how Real Madrid's big summer signing has found his feet since arriving from Tottenham...
Where Solskjaer and Cardiff are going wrong
Cardiff City Michael Cox analyses exactly where the Bluebirds and their new boss are coming unstuck ahead of arguably the most important game of their season...
From ball hogger to goal getter: How Suarez became the Premier League's best player
Luis Suarez Michael Cox discusses the evolution of Liverpool's Uruguayan star - our cover star for April 2014...
Chelsea and Arsenal face up to lack of striking options
Stats Zone As Chelsea face Arsenal, Michael Cox examines both sides' relative lack of striking options - also found this in this week's FFT Weekly...
Why Maxwell is the quiet hero of PSG's rousing trophy chase
Maxwell Michael Cox discusses the underrated PSG man who's more than just Ibra's best mate...
Why Arsenal must beware Sunderland's Ki man
Stats Zone After Liverpool, Manchester United and Bayern Munich come Sunderland - but Michael Cox advises Arsenal not to underestimate the Mackems' Korean heartbeat...
Could wing-wizard Cuadrado help Colombia forget Falcao and earn himself a big move?
Stats Zone Michael Cox looks at a player who could play a key role for Colombia in Brazil this month...
How full-backs are making this World Cup brilliant – and why England need more from theirs
Stats Zone Michael Cox assesses the impact of the oft-understated marshals of the flank in Brazil...
Why getting the best from Bradley is key to USA's hopes of beating Belgium
Michael Bradley Having left Portugal and Ghana in their wake, Jurgen Klinsmann's team are now aiming to knock much-fancied Belgium out of World Cup 2014 - but getting the midfield balance right will be crucial, as Michael Cox explains...
How Costa Rica bamboozled Brazil 2014
Stats Zone Group D whipping boys? Not a chance, says Michael Cox of the tactically astute Central Americans...
