Expected Goals (xG) Explained: A Simple Guide to Football’s Most Important Statistic
A beginner-friendly explanation of how xG is calculated, what it reveals about teams and players, and where the statistic can mislead. Football Vows What Expected Goals Really Means Expected Goals, usually shortened to xG, is a football statistic that…
Read MorePodcast Episode: Manchester United On And Off The Pitch
Pip: Old Trafford is getting a neighbor — a 100,000-seat one, roughly 350 metres away. Claiment Hanson has been busy this week covering the full picture of what it takes to run a modern football club. Mara: That means stadium planning and regeneration,…
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How Premier League and Big Five Clubs Are Building for the 2026/27 Season
A high-value guide to the transfer strategies, coaching changes and tactical priorities shaping England, Spain, Germany, Italy and France before the new campaign. By Football Vows Editorial • Updated 23 July 2026 • EDITOR’S NOTE This is a live-window…
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The Impact of Global Tournaments on Club Performance: How World Cup and Euro Cycles Affect Squad Depth and Player Fatigue
Members of Spain’s national team step off an aircraft carrying backpacks and travel equipment after an international tournament. The airport setting reflects the long-distance travel, changing routines and limited recovery time experienced by elite…
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Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal Tipped for FIFA World Cup Glory
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup gathers momentum, attention is once again turning to one of football’s greatest icons. Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal are being backed by many supporters and pundits to mount a serious challenge for football’s…
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FIFA World Cup 2026: The Biggest Contenders to Lift Football’s Greatest Prize
The FIFA World Cup is finally underway, bringing together the finest footballing nations from around the globe in a celebration of skill, passion, and national pride. Hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is the…
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