Statistics Are Difference Between Life And Death
by John Ashdown (Analysis | Guardian - December 6)
Adding up the Fifa rankings in each group can help to predict where any potential surprises are likely to come from. more details | go to article

Kanu Fills The Quality Gap
by John Ashdown (Result | Guardian - August 16)
Certain qualities are thought of as essential for a relegation battle. Sides need ball-winners rather than ball-players, graft not guile, determination not delicacy. In the gifted Nigerian Nwankwo Kanu, however, Gary Megson may have found the player he needs to keep West Bromwich afloat. more details | go to article