It’s here - it’s the Europa League knockouts!
In honour of the latest stage of the competition, now is as good a time as any to take a quick look (and I mean quick) at some of the leagues across Europe. Be prepared for little-to-no analysis:
Eredivisie: Gotta start here with AZ Alkmarr on tap later today. The AZ squad is currently sixth in the table. If Arsenal can score seven against second-placed PSV, what can Spurs do against AZ?
Belgian Jupiler League: The only league that matters with some of our Belgian boys in it. Unfortunately, Genk is running away with it. The club is currently nine points ahead of second-placed Club Brugge. Jan Vertonghen’s Anderlecht are currently fourth.
Bundesliga: Is Harry Kane on his way to his first league title? It seems so. Kane leads the league with 21 goals so far, and Bayern are eight points ahead of Leverkusen.
La Liga: An interesting title race here with Barcelona, Atletico and Real Madrid separated by three points. If it weren’t for League One and St John’s basketball, this might be the most interesting race in sports so far.
Superliga: A tight race at the top between Copenhagen and Midjylland. Copenhagen defeated their title rivals just a couple weeks ago, giving them the inside track to the title. Certainly they should at least hold the lead after playing Sønderjyske this coming weekend.
Fitzie’s track of the day: Baby Outlaw, by Elle King
And now for your links:
The Athletic ($$): “Mousa Dembele, the Alkmaar years: The one-in-three forward who became a unique midfielder”
Dan KP: “Kevin Danso relishing challenge after Spurs welcome back key duo”