#lee-carsley

#lee-carsley

Liam Delap's choice to compete for Chelsea instead of joining his national teammates exemplifies the dominance of elite club football over international commitments.

I read the first half, I take my notes, I prepare my interventions at half-time based on the notes and where I feel I can help my players.

"It's time for another FourFourTwo speciality - a thought-provoking trivia test! We want to know how many of the 51 teams to have played at least one season in the Premier League you can remember."

Carsley expressed that Lewis Hall's inclusion at left-back represents a significant challenge and opportunity, stating, "It’s a good challenge for Hall to try to hold down a place in the squad at left-back, where options are scarcer than in other positions." This highlights the depth of competition and importance of the left-back role, especially with options limited due to injuries.

"The announcement of Barry as the number two to Thomas Tuchel, an unsurprising development given the relationship they forged at Chelsea and extended at Bayern Munich, means we have another major Irish managerial candidate happier as a supporting cast member over the water."