We examine the flawed philosophy of buying footballing success whilst being backed my multimillion and billionaire owners.
It is a scene that has been replayed at every club. The latest signing is paraded on the pitch in the summer sunshine beside a grinning manager, brandishing the shirt of his new employers and preparing to speak about the success he hopes to enjoy.
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Manchester United and England will surely miss the wizardry of Cristiano Ronaldo and his palette of tricks as he looks set to complete a record-breaking £80million transfer to Real Madrid.
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British & Irish Lions legend Jason Robinson has been reunited with his South African star friend Bryan Habana at a school in Johannesburg.
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England rugby star Danny Cipriani talks about the importance of youngsters getting involved in the game as the winners of a national grassroots rugby competition are being lauded by the crowds at Twickenham.
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We give you the lowdown on the global debut for waterproof football socks.
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A survey reveals one in seven “fans” are happy to swap their football teams.
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2008 draws to a close on Sky Sports with big games from the world of football, rugby union and darts.
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South African superstar Bryan Habana and former England great Jason Robinson give 50connect their rugby thoughts.
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England rugby coach Martin Johnson must act now to avoid another chorus of boos.
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