Real Madrid's new signing, Kaka, has conducted his first press conference since being unveiled as the new Bernabeu number 8.
"Milan opened the door to negotiations for the first time. It was a time of world crisis, this was back in January," he explained.
"After the season finished, they said again there were some offers and they had to begin the transfer negotiation procedure again. So then I said I would love to go to Real Madrid if at some point Milan decided to let me go.
"Today for me was incredible, unforgettable - not only in my life but the lives of many other people. It was historical for me.
The Perez Project
"When Florentino contacted me, he didn't say specific names - he spoke about a big sporting project, and that is something that made a big impact on me.
"Everything he did during his previous era, he repeated some of those guidelines and they conviced me me. I said, "President, I see where you're coming from."
"He spoke to me about another very important player that would be joining the ranks of Real Madrid, namely Cristiano Ronaldo. I was very pleased, because he comes from a great team. We're all joining a great team.
More on that here
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Kaka Presentation
Benzema To Join Manchester United - Lyon Teammate Pjanic
Pjanic has told sportsport.ba
"Benzema is nearly gone to Old Trafford. The English club are willing to pay €45 million for him and it is just a question of the day when he will move to England," he said.
"He does not have anything against going to Manchester. Our side will be reinforced by Lisandro Lopez, the Argentine forward from Porto."
Finaly some good news from United camp, After completing Valencia's tranfer its a good sign that Benzema is ready to move on.....
Manchester United Sign Antonio Valencia, its official
Manchester United have today made their first major capture of this summer's transfer window, signing Ecuador international Antonio Valencia from Wigan Athletic.
United manager Sir Alex Ferguson was delighted to have secured the player's signature, telling the club's official website,
"Antonio is a player we have admired for some time now, having spent the last two years in the Premier League with Wigan.
"I am sure his pace and ability will make a significant contribution to the team."
Fernando Torres and Leo Messi are new PES 2010 stars !!!
The young forward who is a fundamental player for both Liverpool and the national team of Spain, declared that
“Everyone knows that when it comes to football simulation, Konami’s PES series is by far the most realistic title available. The new game looks absolutely stunning, and I look forward to seeing myself in action in PES 2010.”
Torres face graphics look amazing, and his cover partner Messi is not far behind either....
A detailed shot of Argie football wizard and Maradona heir Lionel Messi has surfaced to show off the game’s new level of detail. Just look at those pores.
Here is the trailer , Enjoy
Monday, June 29, 2009
International Football ( A few thoughts on the Confederations cup)
Confederations Cup has ended with all the drama and typical Brazilian magic along with the typical Spanish failure and some underdogs performing well in a big stage.
I am a bit disappointed to see the standard of the pitches and the stadiums in Africa and on top of that I could not stand the noise of those horns in the crowd and at this point I am not sure that the greatest competition in world football will be a great success in notorious Africa.
On a brighter side, some veterans like Henry, Ronaldo, Ruud Van Nistelrooy, Gatusso,Pirlo ,Terry,Puyol might outshine the new kids in the block specially the famous group of C.Ronaldo, Kaka and Messi and Torres.Or it might be the other way around.
The lack of involvment of people in the International competetition has proved that the club football is slowly but surely overtaking the magic and beauty of National game.I hope England with the hype of their stupid,aggsagerative and big mouthed media (who are actually talking about England winning the world cup after their unbeaten run in an easy qualifying group) can cope with the pressure of as stupid fan base.
I can't wait to see Dunga and Maradona being sacked after their terrible run in team management and I hope that those stupid horns and banned so we can hear the chants and cheers with the classic beat of drums in the crowd.
Post written by Hamayun Zafar
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Video Highlights: USA 2-3 Brazil (Confederations Cup)
USA vs Brazil
Ellis Park, Johannesburg,
South Africa, 20:30 CET
Brazil won the 2009 edition of the Confederations Cup. USA seemed able to produce another huge upset after scoring twice in the first 27 minutes of the game. Luis Fabiano equalized for Brazil in the 2nd half, while Lucio scored the winning goal in the 84th minute.
More Confederations Cup Highlights
American fans should not be to disappointment about the final result as their national team played a very good tournament. This was in fact the first important final played by the national team of the United States. With the Confederations Cup completed, US fans can focus their attention towards Andy Roddick now.
United States 2 - 3 Brazil
10′ [1 - 0] C. Dempsey
27′ [2 - 0] L. Donovan
46′ [2 - 1] L. Fabiano
74′ [2 - 2] L. Fabiano
84′ [2 - 3] Lucio
Video Highlights: Spain vs South Africa (Confederations Cup)
Spain grabbed third place in the Confederations Cup with an extra-time victory over the hosts
More Confederations Cup Highlights
Just when you thought South Africa played a great game with brazil this one was a cracker! Spain clinched third place in the Confederations Cup after a five-goal thriller in Rustenburg, winning 3-2 after extra time.This game went back and fourth like a game of tennis and very entertaining.Africa almost won the game taking the lead in the 75th minute but in the last 5 minutes spain stormed back to make a fight off it.Two goals in 2 minutes from spainish forward Guiza almost won them the game and at that point you would think game over but oh no.In the last minute Mphela hit a great 20 yard freekick to bring the game into extra time and send the home fans wild on of the moments of the Confederations .Spain got the winner in the second half of extra time with another great free kick from liverpool playmaker alonso.South africa should be proud again for another great display coming off the back of the brazil result.
More Confederations Cup Highlights
Friday, June 26, 2009
Ronaldo deal is done and dusted
Cristiano Ronaldo Signs Six-Year Deal At Real Madrid
A statement on los Blancos' official website reads:
"Real Madrid CF and Manchester United have confirmed a definitive agreement for the transfer of the player Cristiano Ronaldo, to take place on July 1.
"The player will be tied to Real Madrid for the next six seasons and will be presented on the 6th of July at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium."
$132,211,737 for the transfer!!! Can't wait to hear how much Real Madrid is going to pay him now and how far into debt they are willing to go with their Galactico II program. What's the unemployment rate in Spain right now?
Burnley cap wages, ask to be relegated
The Telegraph offers the logic and justification behind this decision:
"Turf Moor manager Owen Coyle threw his weight behind the club’s low-risk policy by revealing that ‘I took five pay cuts during my career to just to play football."
And if a guy who got a single international cap for Ireland was willing to do it, surely the pampered Premier League caliber stars would be willing to follow suit, right?
"Coyle also quite rightly pointed out that, although Burnley’s top wage next season will place the club rock-bottom of the Premier League’s pay league, the sums that they will pay are still huge in comparison to the wage packet of their average supporter."
Well by that rationale, let’s pay doctors less, too. I’m sure those greedy bastards make far more than their average patients. Or even school teachers! No way 10-year-olds can compete with their wages. They can barely even read! Haha this apples vs. oranges business is fun, isn’t it?
Ronaldo is too girly for Paris
“She likes her guys to be macho - and as far as she’s concerned Ronaldo turned out to be a real sissy.
“She likes her men rugged, it’s as simple as that. She thought her friends would laugh at her if she dated a guy who walks around with flowers in his hair.”
“He was just too uptight for her to find attractive. In the end, Paris realised their relationship simply wasn’t clicking. Paris got to know him and realised he’s not nearly hot enough.”
Harsh words. Harsh words, indeed. I mean, when you’re too ridiculous even for the most ridiculous person on the planet, then it might be time to reevaluate how you go about things. Or just be thankful that your effeminate style has saved you from prolonged exposure to Paris Hilton and continue dressing like the sixth Spice Girl.
Thursday, June 25, 2009
New Fifa World Rankings.......
A little different than the FIFA world rankings, a couple teams swapped spots.
Tut, tut, tut. Internet football hooligans. Once decent win and they go around wrecking the joint! USA fans wasted no time in adjusting the Wikipedia page for the FIFA World Rankings to reflect their 2-0 Confederations Cup semi-final victory over Spain.
The US have miraculously jumped from 14th place to the top spot, while Spain - now playing under that well-known regional governing body FAIL - dropped down to fill the USA’s vacated place. Amusingly, this seems to have sparked Wiki discussions about whether someone believed they had been awarded three points for the win or whether someone had confused this with the article on the women’s rankings!
Pele is always wrong in predicting.........
Pele's prediction that Italy would beat Brazil on Sunday night went spectacularly wrong as the Selecao won 3-0. Every Tuesday, Goal.com publishes a new Top 10 - this week it is the Top 10 Wrong Pele Predictions
The Brazilian is infamous for his numerous wrong predictions over the years. Romario once declared that "Pele is a poet when he keeps his mouth shut",
while coach Luiz Felipe Scolari delivered the legendary line, "I believe Pele knows nothing about football. His analysis always turns out to be wrong. If you want to win a title, you have to listen to Pele and then do the opposite."
Here are some of his FAMOUS WRONG PREDICTIONS
1) Brazil & World Cup 2002
Pele Prediction: Brazil won’t even get past the group stages.
Outcome: Brazil win the World Cup.
2) Africa Will Rule
Pele Prediction: An African nation will win the World Cup before the year 2000.
Outcome: It is now 2009, and an African country has still yet to get past the quarter-final.
3) Nicky Barmby - Up There With Zidane, Maldini & Ronaldo
Pele Prediction: Nicky Barmby will become a world class star.
Outcome: Nicky Barmby becomes nothing more than an average player, winning 23 England caps, and never even appearing in a World Cup.
5) Ronaldo Is Finished
Pele Prediction: Ronaldo will never play football again, and his career is over, following a serious injury for Milan in February 2008.
Outcome: Ronaldo returns in March 2009 for Corinthians, scoring 10 goals in his first 14 games to win the Campeonato Paulista. Rumoured to be on the verge of a national team recall.
6) Colombia To Live American Dream
Pele Prediction: Colombia will win the 1994 World Cup in the USA.
Outcome: Colombia exit the competition in the first round, finishing bottom of their group. Their defender Andres Escobar is also tragically shot dead by an angry fan after Colombia return home.
7) Argentina, France & World Cup 2002
Pele Prediction: Argentina & France will both reach the final.
Outcome: Both countries eliminated in the first round, France without even scoring a goal.
8) Escape To Victory
Pele Prediction: During the famous film starring Sylvester Stallone and Michael Caine, Allies star Pele is brutally fouled in the first half by the Nazi opponents. The injured Brazilian claims there is no way he can continue and is carried off. The Allies are 4-0 down, and a recovery is deemed impossible.
Outcome: Pele returns in the second half and inspires his team to an improbable comeback, even scoring a stunning bicycle kick. Even in fiction, Pele's predictions go wrong.
9) China 2002
Pele Prediction: China will qualify for the next round from their 2002 World Cup group.
Outcome: China finish bottom of Group C with no wins, no draws, no points, no goals, as well as -9 in their goal-difference column.
10) Spain 1998
Pele Prediction: Spain are favourites for the 1998 World Cup in France.
Outcome: Spain humiliatingly dumped out in the first round after losing to Nigeria, and drawing with Paraguay.
Video Highlights: Brazil 1-0 South Africa (Confederations Cup)
FIFA Confederations Cup 2009
25 Jun 2009 20:30 CET
Coca-Cola Park, Johannesburg
Referee: Massimo Busacca (SWI)
Dani Alvez Won the game for Brazil with a superb free-kick......
South Africa battled for a lion's share of the game, but came unstuck from a dead-ball situation, executed by substitute Daniel Alves.
Here are the Highlights.....
VIDEO: Slappy halftime talk
Don't think this is how halftime talks in Turkey locker rooms go, but I can't be 100% sure.
99.9% maybe... but not 100...
Joe Cole's wed and jose divorces
1. Chelsea star Joe Cole weds
2. Ex-Blues coach Jose Mourinho divorces
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Manchester United's new home kit revealed.....just a Teaser
Here is your chance to catch a glimpse of the new Manchester United home kit over a WEEK before it goes on sale.
The PR company have provided some information, which reads: "The new Manchester United home kit has been designed by Nike to recognise the club's glorious history at Old Trafford in the ground's centenary year and features several design cues that pay homage to the side that first played at the Theatre of Dreams. The kit will be revealed in its full glory on July 1st."
Monday, June 22, 2009
Video Highlights: Egypt 0 - 3 United States (Confederations Cup)
0-1 Davies
0-2 Bradley
0-3 Dempsey
The United States managed a great performance last night. The 3-0 win over Egypt as well as Italy’s 0-3 defeat over Brazil allowed the North Americans to reach the semi-finals of the Confederations Cup 2009. Watch the highlights now!
Egypt 0 - 3 United States
21′ [0 - 1] C. Davies
63′ [0 - 2] M. Bradley
71′ [0 - 3] C. Dempsey
Video Highlights: Brazil 3-0 Italy (Confederations Cup)
Brazil outclassed italy tonight as they won in the Confederations Cup in the first half brazil hit 3 goals with in a space of just 8 minutes. Luis Fabiano picked up Maicon’s wayward shot in the box and fired a low drive into Buffon’s far post to open the scoring. Three minutes later the Luis Fabiano applied the finishing touch to double Brazil’s lead from a cheeky dummy from robinho.Italy’s defence were fully exposed when Andrea Dossena scored a own goal trying to clear a crosspass.
With Italy needing to get back into the game they started the second half brightly. The lively Giuseppe Rossi soon forced fine saves from Cesar as italy only needed one goal to advance with usa beating egypt as this point.Lippi’s side finished third in the end off Group B, level on points with the US and Egypt, but with an inferior number of goals scored to the US, meaning Italy return home
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Video Highlights: Spain 2-0 South Africa (Confederations Cup)
Spain won Group A yesterday after yet another success. This time they scored twice against South Africa to complete their Group A appearances. Spain won the group with 9 points and confirmed yet again that they are the best national team in the world.
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Figo ''Seal'' Links
Nothing like the retired life, eh Luis?
Anyway, here are some Links
- Unmatched players and their WAGs. [Pies]
- Real Madrid to drop Robben? [Guardian]
- Iraq's goalie is a cheater. [101GG]
- Deportivo after young Jose Torres? [TelevisaDeportes]
- Maradona/River feud continues again. [SI]
- FIFA removes TVs from Confed. Cup sidelines. [Yahoo!]
- Sir Bobby calls Ronaldo transfer 'vulgar.' [BBC]
- Posted by The Beautiful Game at 2:57 PM
Friday, June 19, 2009
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Bear Fan Links
Today's featured links:
- Bayern might not sell Ribery. [ESPN]
- Barca is playing Chivas in San Fran. [SI]
- Maradona's got a feud with River Plate. [Futbolita]
- People hate those Confed. Cup trumpets. [Goal.com]
- Colorado after Fernando Morientes? [TribalFootball]
- MLS newcomer rankings. [Center Holds It]
- David Villa's selective autographing. [Dirty Tackle]
- Info of that NYC showdown. [Unprofessional Foul]
- EPL schedule released. [BBC]
- Iran soccer team playing politics. [The Original Winger]
- Balboa's hair is gone, with proof. [The Offside Rules]
- Fun with headlines. [Off the Post]
- Quotes o' the week. [Sanford's Soccer Net]
- Drogba ban from UCL craziness. [Daily Mail]
Video Highlights: Brazil 3-0 USA (Confederations Cup)
The Samba Kings continued their dominance over Group B when they emphatically trounced USA in their second game of the 2009 Confederations Cup tournament. This is also USA’s second consecutive loss which means they are as good as out of the competition.
The scorers on the day for Brazil were Robihno and Maicon
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Video Highlights: Egypt 1-0 Italy (Confederations Cup)
Egypt got a shock win in the Confederations Cup beating the world champions 1-0 tonight.Egypt took the lead over Italy five minutes before the break with a fine leap and header from Mohamed Homos.Egypt played with passion and at times out played the world champions.Great second half saves from goalkeeper Essam Al Hadari kept the Italians at bay while Vincenzo Iaquinta hit the bar with just minutes remaining as Egypt weathered a late storm.This will go down as one of the greatest wins ever for Egypt and now the group is wide open....
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
video Highlights: South Africa 2-0 New Zeland (Confederations Cup)
South Africa outplayed New Zealand and on Wednesday evening in their second Confederations Cup match at the Royal Bafokeng Sports Palace. Bernard Parker was the star with the two goals as he grabbed yet another brace for Bafana while scoring South Africa’s first ever goal in the history of the Confederations Cup.
Premier League fixture list
Premier League opening day - 15th August
Aston Villa v Wigan
Blackburn v Man City
Bolton v Sunderland
Chelsea v Hull City
Everton v Arsenal
Man Utd v Birmingham
Portsmouth v Fulham
Stoke v Burnley
Tottenham v Liverpool
Wolverhampton v West Ham
Champions Manchester United begin their defence of the Premier League title at home to newly-promoted Birmingham on 15th August.
Liverpool start and end their season with away fixtures, at Tottenham on 15th August and Hull City on 9th May.
video Highlights: Spain 1-0 Iraq (Confederations Cup)
Tactically, very good execution by Iraq… Frustrating for Spain, but did a great job by continuing to play and move through multiple attacking players.
Fittingly Villa Scored the only goal of the game.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Video Highlights: Italy 3-1 USA (Confederations Cup)
The world champions Italy came from a goal down to make it 3 - 1 in the second half with Giuseppe Rossi and De Rossi sharing the goals for Italy.
The Model Messi
Lionel Messi is used to wearing footwear adorned with three stripes on the pitch, but the Barcelona superstar likes to sport a casual two-stripe look in his free time.
Click here for more
Video Highlights: Brazil 4-3 Egypt (Confederations Cup
What a game this was! Brazil stormed to a 3-1 lead but then Egypt stormed back to make it 3-3 but as always brazil who had the last say to make it 4-3 on the night.kaka the new madrid star hit the first then zidan hit a quick reply. Luis Fabianso then scored a sweet flick header and juan made it 3-1 looked like game over but not yet.Egypt stormed back with 2 goals in 2 minutes! Mohamed Shawky then zidan again looks a good player to this guy made it 3-3.With all to play for and egypt playing very well looking more to get the winner you never know what would happen next !Until brazil hit them on the break Al Mohamady was give a red card for blocking a effort from Lucio, so it was fitting for kaka to hit a very late winner from the spot what a game!
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Video Highlights: Spain 5-0 New Zealand (Confederations Cup)
Torres scored a hatrick in first 20 minutes, Villa and Febregas also got on the score sheet......Too easy for Spain !!!!
Friday, June 12, 2009
Another night at the hotel Hilton? Ronaldo 'visits' Paris at her Beverly Hills home
Paris Hilton must have made a good impression when she met Cristiano Ronaldo on Wednesday night, after the footballer spent a second night with the hotel heiress
One witness wrote: '[She was] hot and heavy, making out with Cristiano at his table.'
Another reported: 'They were talking to one another and seemed extremely friendly.'
Paris is said to have first made a play for the star this time last year at Hollywood club Villa, but he rejected her advances.
'She was determined to get her man this time. And what Paris wants, Paris gets,' a friend told The Sun. 'She has been telling anyone who will listen that Ronaldo is the hottest thing she has ever seen.'
Paris Hilton Hooks Up With Ronaldo
Paris Hilton hooked up with Greaseano after he spent 20 thousand bucks on champagne at club MyHouse in Hollywood. And that’s an achievement for Paris because she actually went up to him at a club last July but spectacularly failed.
''Greaseano'' is in the USA for a holiday and quite possibly, to get another one of those fake tans to show off in tight John Galliano shorts. Ok ok, we’ll stop.. he’s effectively a Real Madrid player now.
The Daily Doze
Bojan's name looks even better at night
- Todays daily doze:
- Ronaldo transfer messes up the EPL table. A lot. [UF]
- CR7's new, ummmm, contract? [The Spoiler]
- Top 6 Setanta moments. [Pies]
- UW grad Brandon Prideuax is calling it quits after this season. [SI]
- Some college coach was very inappropriate. [Yahoo!]
- Deco wants out of Chelsea. [BBC]
- Manchester City is after Roque Santa Cruz. [Daily Mail]
- Some Serie B playoff saw one team with 7 men at the end. [The Offside]
- Ricardo Carvalho is hoping for any bid from anyone. [Goal.com]
Ronaldo's new ''Real'' number
The Spanish lessons and CR9 trademark should come in useful very soon then.
VIDEO: Classic schoolboy prank from Gunners
Keane was asked to sign a couple of autographs and duly obliged, only for it to emerge that he had just signed a photo of him missing a penalty during Spurs’ defeat to Arsenal in December 2007.
Monday, June 8, 2009
Season over !!!
I might not be posting in coming weeks, but i promise blog will be back bigger and better.....Need to learn some stuff, u know !!!!
Anyway,
have a fun Summer,
Sameer
Ronaldo's price: 75 million pounds
I hear that's the number.
But aren't we expecting Kaka to be unveiled there soon, in like a 60+ million pound move?
Could they really afford both?
Could the team support both?
Video: Ronaldo at his best.....nah the real Ronaldo !
This highlight is as good as it gets. Deserving of those end-of-the-year reels of nothing but the best.
Thursday, June 4, 2009
New PES 2010 Trailer
from on Vimeo.
Even though its just a movie trailer, but enough for the excitment of some Soccer Fanatics......
BTW this years E3 has been a crap
Soccer is all about money
recession? what recession?
FIFA: $184 million profit.
EPL: $3.15 billion revenue and 11 clubs made profit.
Like they say, when the money gets tough people spend on what they need. Sex, booze and soccer.
''Gay' 'Ronny Links
Could'n find any good pic today, weired day i know, here is what i have for now.....
and LINKS !
- David Beckham talks about his MLS return (MLSnet video)
- The Bob Bradley honeymoon is over (STI)
- The opposite of teamwork (Dirty Tackle)
- Comprehensive summer transfer coverage (SoccerLens)
- Five to watch at Confederations Cup (OTP)
- The Governator is hearing things (Extra Time)
- Allianz Aren photo extravaganze (Pitch Invasion)
- Last chance for Sheva and co. (Ukraine WCB)
Michael Owen sues and wins !!
The Daily Express found that out the hard way and had to pay Owen reparations for some harmful headlines.
"Unwanted Toon striker at a cross roads, Finished at 29?"
"Owen ready for sad finale".
Slander! And the lawsuit agreed, giving good ol' Mikey a nice payout.
The Express also agreed to publish a public apology to Owen.
A spokesman for Owen said: "Michael is delighted to have won his case and to have set the record straight. He would have preferred not to take action, but had no alternative in this case. Michael is pleased that this matter has now been resolved and he can put it behind him."
Credit to the The Beautiful Game for this post
Fabiano's ridiculous Nike ad
Check out Luis Fabiano’s new ad for Nike, where he hops around wearing a pretty cool-looking ensemble on the field.
Manchester United's new shirt deal
The new company is Aon Corp.
I could talk all about it, link to some newspaper stories and get you all the nitty-gritty (from Chicago, 4 years, 80 million pounds).
But I think you just care about what the shirt's gonna look like
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Hargo faces career concerns
Owen Hargreaves may be forced to quit top-level football in the next two years if his chronic knee problem persists, BBC Sport understands.
It is believed the 28-year-old has not yet planned a return date but is still confident of making a full recovery.
United surely missed him big time in Rome Final, Im sure if he was there it would have been a different result.....
anyway hopefully he will make full recovery soon, he'll be like a new signing, u know !!!!
btw he is one of my favourite players.......
Adriano .......Not again please !!!
This guy is one of a kind. Listen to his baffled coach.
Flamengo coach Cuca said: "His absence was not planned. We will see in the afternoon when he gets here and explains what happened. Something must have happened."
Adriano happened. That explains it.And if it was serious, a phone call could've sufficed.
Latest FIFA Rankings
FIFA have released their latest rankings and the top team has a familiar look to it.
FIFA RANKINGS
(last month's positions in brackets)
1. (1) Spain
2. (3) Netherlands
3. (2) Germany
4. (5) Italy
5. (4) Brazil
6. (7) England
7. (6) Argentina
8. (8) Croatia
9. (9) Russia
10. (10) France
11. (11) Portugal
12. (14) Turkey
13. (17) Paraguay
14. (15) United States
15. (12) Czech Republic
16. (18) Switzerland
17 = (13) Greece
17 = (16) Uruguay
19. (22) Ukraine
20. (23) Serbia
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Kaka Is A Real Madrid Player, Spanish Press
Ancelotti new Chelsea Gaffer
Monday, June 1, 2009
Sad Ronny Links !!!!
Ronny oh Ronny
- Pele v. Maradona again? [Futbolita]
- A look at Sounder FC hatred. [SSE]
- Least valuable EPL XI (flawed, but pretty good). [EPL Talk]
- Barcelona offering Cesc? Why? [Mirror]
- Some footballer was gambling. A lot. [Dirty Tackle]
- Ballack extends his deal. [BBC]
- Brazilian game saw a lot of players suspended. [ESPN]
- Sunderland after Roberto Mancini. [Eurosport]
- Newcastle back for sale. [UK Press]
- Juande, not Sergio, Ramos in Real doubt? [Straits Times]
- Match-fixing scandal in Spain. [SI]
Pellegrini In At The Bernabeu
Former Villarreal coach Manuel Pellegrini has been officially confirmed as the new coach of Real Madrid, a press conference is scheduled for his introduction on Tuesday. It is a landmark day at the Bernabeu, with the new boss linking up with the incoming president, Florentino Perez.
but for how long ??? January ? or maybe till next year.....seriously Madrid need some big time player and surely Kaka will do....
Scholes and Neville gonna quit united.....
Scholes is wanted by Stoke and Bolton among others while Middlesbrough are interested in his 34-year-old team mate Gary Neville....
but guess what, Sir Alex Ferguson has told Neville and Scholes they are wanted next season....Dont make that mistake Fergie .....PLZ
VIDEO: Messi the drunkard
To all the kids ... First you win The Champions League... then you can get drunk...;)
Becks ''Phone'' Busted
Looks like the Englishman -- whose getting paid heavily by phone-sellers Motorola -- got busted for using a product from the competition.
Italian paparazzi caught Beckham in a Milan restaurant tinkering with an iPhone at his table. Beckham is the front man for Motorola's new Aura phone advertising campaign.Sensing he was spotted, Beckham sheepishly hid the phone under the table.
Adriano Back with a Bang !!!
Look who scored in his debut with Flamengo
Adriano!
The game-winner no less.
Looks the Brazilian has found the magic scoring touch again, a la Ronaldo with Corinthians. Glad things worked out, though I have a sneaking suspicion we'll be hearing from him again.
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