The debate is now raging, as Arsenal close in on a sixth succe sive season without silverware, as to whether Arsene Wenger should continue in his job. There are some however who think that this is an insult to a manger who, I acknowledge, has achieved a great deal in his time at the club, and who believe that he should have a job for life. But hang

After the 2010 World Cup in South Africa the 4-4-2 formation began to be questioned. Does it provide flexibility? Is it sound going forward and while defending? Is it weak compared to modern continental formations? After Englands exit from the European Championships these questions have been raised again. This post looks at the history of the 4-4-2