Barclay's Banking on the Italians

Much has been said about English League being the best league in the world. It has gone on for already 10 years now.
The fact of the matter is that Italian's way of football is now at the centre of everything that goes up upon Barclay's table at the moment.
We have Italians in Carlo Ancelotti, Roberto Mancini and latest, Di Matteo's West Brom.
All seated nicely at the top of the table; 1st, 4th and 6th, respectively. These are competitive teams albeit past mere six league matches, and although the latter would have to stand further 'acid test' to be reckoned with, you have to admit we've got Italian essence there!. Averaging three wins in six games are already a feat. Barclay's aside, if you look at the history of Champions League, you'll be amazed at how Italians have the most winners (12) and runners-up (14)that includes current 2010 holders Inter Milan, followed by fellow Spaniards. English only came third. That speaks for itself and way to go! “Many believe that football is about the players expressing themselves…but that’s not the case. Or, rather, it’s not the case in and of itself. The player needs to express himself within the parameters laid out by the manager.” – Arrigo Sacchi

Champions League begins

after months of absence, we will, once again be seeing Champions League actions, Europe teams at their best. I, as die-hard fan of Inter, will put new Inter coach, Rafa Benitez's management style under microscope and close scrutiny :-) Wish his team will do well, however -- perhaps, with some new breakthroughs or new style of play to meet today's modern game. Until then, enjoy your new season Champions League's games.