The forward is only the fifth player to win the trophy in consecutive years, despite a difficult season.
The forward is only the fifth player to win the trophy in consecutive years, despite a difficult season.
Dembélé winning back-to-back player of the year despite a ‘difficult season’ shows just how dominant he is when fit. The rest of Ligue 1 must be relieved he’s not always healthy.
It’s crazy that he’s only the fifth player to do this back-to-back. For all the criticism he gets, he must be doing something right to win it twice in a row.
I get he’s talented, but player of the year two years running? With all those injuries and inconsistency? The standard in France must be lower than I thought.
The academy system is only as good as the pathway to the first team.
The impact of a good manager on team morale cannot be overstated.
Comeback victories are what make sport so incredibly compelling to watch.
Youth academies are producing talent at an incredible rate across the board.
Ticket prices are pricing out the traditional fan base in many sports.
Crowd atmosphere can genuinely lift a team when they need it most.
Handshake lines after heated matches show respect and sportsmanship at its best.
Goal celebrations are getting more creative and I’m here for it.