Graham Ruthven
Latest articles by Graham Ruthven
Unpopular Opinion: Why the ‘Manchester United Way’ is becoming the biggest myth in English football
By Graham Ruthven published
Manchester United Was it ever really a thing? Not so, says Graham Ruthven, who argues that revisionists have meddled with reality
Why does Romelu Lukaku still not get the credit he deserves?
By Graham Ruthven published
Romelu Lukaku The Manchester United striker’s scoring record in big games is criticised, but his excellent and improving all-around contributions are underappreciated, writes Graham Ruthven
What’s in it for Manchester United to offer Jose Mourinho a new contract now?
By Graham Ruthven published
Manchester United Mourinho has received a contract extension and a rumoured pay hike but, Graham Ruthven asks: what’s the motivation for investing in a restless manager who specialises in short-term success?
Why it's in Arsenal's best interests to sell Mesut Ozil this summer
By Graham Ruthven published
Arsenal Graham Ruthven argues that despite Mesut Ozil's world-class talent, the German international's departure could help Arsenal balance their attack and keep Alexis Sanchez
Back to second: what does Rangers’ season tell us about Steven Gerrard as a manager?
By Graham Ruthven published
Steven Gerrard They won more points than the year before, but the big question in Scotland remains – have Rangers closed the gap on rivals Celtic?
Why sacking Alex McLeish doesn’t solve Scottish football’s big problem
By Graham Ruthven published
Scotland Those running football in Scotland suffer from a lack of imagination – which is how McLeish landed the national team job in the first place
It’s Rangers vs Celtic in this season’s first cup final – would victory for Steven Gerrard prove his managerial worth?
By Graham Ruthven published
Glasgow Rangers Gerrard’s Rangers are just two points off their rivals in top spot, but a trophy would be a better measure of the ground they’ve made up
How Rangers could use their major advantage over Celtic to FINALLY trigger a proper title race in Scotland
By Graham Ruthven published
Scottish Premiership It’s been eight years since the Gers last won a title – and despite a strong start from champions Celtic, there are signs of a serious challenge this season
Steven Gerrard is proving himself as a manager in Europe - so why aren't his Rangers side up to it domestically?
By Graham Ruthven published
Scottish Premiership As a player with Liverpool, and early in his coaching career, Steven Gerrard thrived as the leader of the chasing pack - for Rangers, that status only exists now in Europe now
What Gareth Bale can learn from David Beckham’s time out in the cold at Real Madrid
By Graham Ruthven published
Real Madrid The Welsh forward finds himself frozen out at Real Madrid after a move to China fell through. But he’s not the first Brit to face months on the bench in Spain's capital
Everton’s identity crisis: why the Toffees' big-spending instincts betray a lack of joined-up thinking
By Graham Ruthven published
Everton The managerial merry-go-round at Goodison Park has prevented the Toffees from working out what kind of club they want to be – and what their ambitions really are
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