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Jonathan O'Shea

Jonathan O'Shea has written 17 posts for Footballing World

Benzema takes the plaudits for unassailable Lyon

Jonathan O’Shea on the Ligue 1 title race as Lyons took a big step towards an eighth title with victory over Bordeux - thanks in chief to brilliant Benzema.

Hazard’s perception makes him one to watch

Jonathan O’Shea on Belgium’s sensational young talent Eden Hazard, a player who has already attracted interest from Europe’s biggest and best.

Keane’s vitriol earns popularity, not points

Jonathan O’Shea on Roy Keane’s inimitable persona.

Pioneer Tévez could still face exit

Carlos Tévez has been a pioneer in encouraging other South American stars to join and flourish in the Premier League, argues Jonathan O’Shea.

Landon’s landing - but where?

Jonathan O’Shea thinks forgotten American striker Landon Donovan could make a sizeable impact if and when he comes to the Premier League.

Parisian artistry comes as a shock to Marseille

Jonathan O’Shea on a classic derby clash between Marseille and a resurgent Paris Saint Germain in Ligue 1.

Trapattoni’s Irish revival gathers pace

Jonathan O’Shea analyses Giovanni Trapattoni’s start to life as coach of Republic of Ireland.

Will Dubai oil billions flood the Valley?

Jonathan O’Shea asks whether Charlton’s potential takeover is really in the interest of the club as the economic crunch hits football.