Pitch Invasion

North American soccer fans often hope the structure of English football might some day be introduced into American soccer. Yet ironically, it’s actually somewhat more likely that the reverse will happen: might the Premier League adopt playoffs?

After a week that’s seen huge media controversies in the Premier League over abuse of the referee, Brian Phillips wants to hear the supporters’ take on the issue. When you see seven Chelsea players throng around Mike Dean like a school of aggrieved piranhas, do you think “Serves him right for getting the call wrong” or “Someone toss them a poisoned cow”?

Think the Premier League has shelved plans for Game 39? Think again. We look inside a meeting between the PL chief executive and look at his disregard for the concerns of present supporters.

What lessons from the NFL will the Premier League take?

Where will the Premier League’s 39th game actually be played, as concerns are voiced globally? Would it be good for American soccer to see Premier League games take place in Miami and Los Angeles?

The Premier League might have shot itself in the foot with its proposed extra international game, as fans mobilise in protest.

As the Premier League goes global, Supriya Nair looks at globalisation, authenticity and the football fan.

The Premier League unveils proposals to play ten games overseas. What does this mean for the future of football?