#captaincy

#captaincy

Liverpool's relative struggles, Mohamed Salah's form and a tough trip to Chelsea make it easy to ignore their assets and stick with red-hot Erling Haaland as captain this week. And if you haven't already, this is your sign to load up on Arsenal players as they have the best run of any team over the next six gameweeks.

Tony Popovic has called for his side to play with more confidence and belief in the second leg against New Zealand. But the Socceroos boss continues to insist that the young players need to earn their stripes rather than expect to be handed opportunities and international caps. The point of this exercise was to bring young, talented, potential players for the future and see where they fit in. We'll be happy either way.

Live From the Blue Seats will record tonight with Rob and another co-host discussing the Rangers captaincy. They enjoy answering various audience questions during the podcast.

Frank acknowledged the challenges of being new to Tottenham, especially regarding team leadership decisions and player contracts. His cautious approach reflects both confidence and uncertainty.

Shubman Gill produced an individual performance that defined and dominated the game, forcing opponents into fatigue and impacting their batting. His skill and stamina were crucial as India reduced England to 25 for three at the end of the second day, influencing the match's outcome. Gill's capacity to perform under captaincy pressure showcases his brilliance and adaptability. His 430 runs at Edgbaston is a historic feat, placing him on significant records in Test cricket, emphasizing his rising stature in the sport.