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Tottenham vs Manchester United Preview

An insidious tale of two clubs failing to reach their lofty expectations. Two managers under a great deal of pressure. Two midfield outfits needing to either stick or twist and two attacking threats – the quality of which is

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Tottenham vs Chelsea Preview

Are Spurs already showing us their true colours? Maybe it is a little early and so possibly rather harsh, but the trust and excitement building around a Tottenham side who are not without their internal issues was always going

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Tottenham vs Manchester City Preview

Pep Guardiola will travel with his City side to London on Sunday afternoon in what could turn out to be a showstopper. City will want to get a better start to this season, and after spending just under a

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Wolves boss eager to add to squad

Nuno Espirito Santo hinted transfer reinforcements could be on the horizon after lamenting his “small squad” following Wolves’ defeat to Sevilla. The prospect of an all-English tie with Man Utd loomed, but Wolves failed to defeat Europa League specialists

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Real Madrid v Valencia Preview

Spanish La Liga | Saturday 09 May | Santiago Bernabeu | 20:00 Real Madrid’s title bid comes to a crucial point on Saturday when they host fourth-placed Valencia. The European champions sit second in La Liga, two points behind leaders Barcelona with just

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Valencia v Real Madrid Preview

Spanish La Liga | Sunday 4 January | Mestalla Stadium | 18:00 With the short Christmas break all over, the return of the Spanish La Liga sees leaders Real Madrid travel to the Mestalla Stadium to take on high-flying Valencia. Los Blancos boast

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Nuno Espírito Santo is a Portuguese football manager and former player, born on January 25, 1974, in São Tomé, São Tomé and Príncipe. He began his playing career as a goalkeeper, notably representing clubs like União de Leiria and Vitória de Guimarães in Portugal. Nuno’s professional playing career spanned over a decade, during which he became known for his leadership and tactical understanding of the game.

Transitioning to management after retiring in 2010, Nuno initially took charge of the goalkeeping coaching role at Olhanense. He quickly progressed to managerial positions, including a successful stint at Olhanense, which garnered attention for his tactical acumen. However, it was his time at Valencia CF from 2014 to 2015 that propelled him into the spotlight, where he led the team to a UEFA Champions League qualification.

Nuno gained further recognition with his appointment as head coach of Premier League club Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2017. Under his guidance, Wolves achieved promotion to the Premier League, finishing seventh in their first season back, marking one of the most successful recent chapters in the club’s history. His pragmatic approach and ability to maximize player potential earned him widespread respect in English football.

In 2021, Nuno took over as manager of Tottenham Hotspur, aiming to restore the club’s competitive edge. Although his tenure was short-lived, it underscored his reputation as a manager capable of navigating high-pressure environments. As of 2023, Nuno continues to shape his legacy in football, blending his extensive playing experience with a strategic managerial style that prioritizes team cohesion and resilience.