Thursday, March 31, 2011

Gareth Bale Close To Tottenham Return

Good news for all Tottenham fans as it has been revealed that Gareth Bale is winning his fight to be fit for Spurs’ Real Madrid clash.However Spurs boss Harry Redknapp has admitted that is the only plus on a grim injury list that has ravaged his squad.Spurs take on Wigan tomorrow at the DW Stadium before Tuesday’s Champions League battle in the Bernabeu.And Redknapp revealed: “Gareth looked OK on Thursday. Whether he is OK to play two games inside four days is doubtful. We will decide which way to go by leaving any fitness test late.“I’d love to have him fit for both but if he isn’t fully fit then he can’t play.”The 21 year old winger pulled...

Liverpool Interested In Signing Wolves Winger Matt Jarvis

Reports are out claiming that Liverpool are interested in Wolves winger Matt Jarvis.Skysports.com has reported that Jarvis, who only recently won his first cap for England in the midweek draw with Ghana, is thought to be on Liverpool boss Kenny Dalglish’s wanted list.Dalglish is keen to bring in some much-needed width to the squad next season and he sees Jarvis as the man who could provide the ammunition for the new-look strikeforce of Andy Carroll and Luis Suarez.A number of other Premier League clubs are thought to be tracking the 24 year old ahead of this summer’s transfer window.However Liverpool are hoping to steal a march on their rivals...

ENGLAND 2 SPAIN 1 | SPAIN MISSES QUALIFICATION FOR U-17 EURO FINALS

Bad news tonight for Spanish Football fans from the U-17 Euro front. ENGLAND defeated SPAIN 2 – 1 to take the Top spot of the Group & thus qualify for the U-17 European Finals in Serbia later this year. Said in another way, Spain misses out. Spain U-17 /photo Giovani de PaolaEngland was superior & Spain managed to keep things equal up until the 55th min mark when REDMOND scored for England, then the English got another goal in the 62th min via JACKSON. Spain tried hard to get something back & they managed a consolation goal in the last moments via IÑIGUEZ.The other bad news directly related from this outcome is that Spain will neither...

Arsenal after £15 million Colombian - Video

Arsenal are reportedly chasing FC Porto's 25 year-old striker, Ramadel Falcao. Wenger is frustrated with both van Persie's injuries and Marouane Chamakh's inconsistent performances, and while Arsenal's Danish attacker Nicklas Bendtner showers in his own praise, Wenger has found a new striker to get him the important goals and goal threat next season. Falcao is just what Arsenal need up front - a goalscoring striker - and has netted 23 goals in 28 games in the Portuguese League this season, while last year he managed an amazing 34 goals in 43 games. This goal flare has turned the head of some top European clubs incuding...

A Passionate Rivalry Fuelled by Desire to Win

Ryan Giggs once said that the fixture between Liverpool and Manchester United is "probably the most famous fixture in English football". The veteran United player was speaking from experience - vast experience, and if anyone between the two sides still playing knows how deeply intense and important a game between the two sides is, it is Giggs. He has won 11 Premier League medals during his 21 years at Old Trafford, and under Sir Alex Ferguson, has equalled Liverpool's record for League titles.18 titles each, and the end of the season is on the horizon. Neither side have relived their glory days this season, and, in Liverpool's case, have...

Siena’s Proposed Stadium Is A Bit… Unusual

Currently, Siena lie second in Serie B, eight points ahead of third placed Novara. The club are also only one point away from the summit, and it seems that promotion to Serie A is easily within the club’s grasp, barring any late season catastrophe. The club are somewhat fittingly preparing to build a new stadium featuring an odd characteristic: it’s partially underground.The creative design is modeled after the ancient Greek Theater, and even won the 2011 Architectural Review Future Projects award. The stadium will fit about twenty-thousand people: definitely not one of the biggest in the world, but that should be plenty for a side like Siena...

Edinson Cavani Wants Inter Milan To Beat AC Milan

Edinson Cavani has revealed that he wants Inter Milan beat AC Milan this weekend to open up the title race.Napoli on the other hand take on Lazio this weekend and hope to profit from the result of the Derby della Madonnina between Milan and Inter.The Uruguay international said : “I would like Inter to win the derby because Leonardo’s team would take the lead at the top but wouldn’t escape and then we could overtake them by winning the match scheduled at San Paolo with the help of 80,000 friends,”.“It’s great to be masters of your own destiny, don’t you agree? Instead with a different result it would all depend on Milan and their results.“This...

Barcelona To Lose Lionel Messi For Villarreal Clash

Lionel Messi has been rated as doubtful for Saturday night’s Primera Division game at Villarreal after the Barcelona forward suffered an adductor injury.Messi, now age 23, suffered the injury in training with his national team and coach Sergio Batista elected not to risk the FIFA Ballon d’Or winner.Speaking before kick-off at the new Estadio Nacional, Argentinian Football Association president Julio Grondona said: “We just had a chat with the president of the Costa Rican Football Federation and the doctor, and Messi has a minor injury.“The doctor has reviewed it and sees that it is not as it should be. Obviously, caution must be taken in these...

Mario Balotelli Set For Another £100,000 Fine

Reports are out claiming that Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli is set to be fined another week’s wages of £100,000 and given an official warning about his behaviour.The Italian international striker, now age 20, will be docked the money after throwing darts at youth team players from a window at the club’s training ground.The former Inter Milan star was recently fined two weeks’ wages for being sent off against Dynamo Kiev and he will now he will now be summoned to showdown talks with Roberto Mancini and a club executive to address his increasingly alarming conduct. City officials had previously been happy to accept Balotelli was merely...

Arsenal Keeping Tabs On Wolfsburg Goalkeeper Diego Benaglio

Premier League giants Arsenal are reportedly watching Wolfsburg goalkeeper Diego Benaglio.The 27 year old Switzerland international has been watched by Arsenal this season.It is also said that Gunners defender Johan Djourou has talked up his international teammate to manager Arsene Wenger.Newcastle United are also said to be keen on a move for the former Stuttgart goalkeeper but it is understood that Benaglio would favour a move to Arsenal.It is believed that Wolfsburg will demand £9 million for Benaglio.View the Original arti...

Bayern Munich Chasing Chelsea Defender Alex

German giants Bayern Munich are reportedly ready to swoop for Chelsea defender Alex.With Luiz, John Terry and Branislav Ivanovic at the club, the Brazilian centre back is now arguably fourth choice at Chelsea and he has not appeared in the Premier League since early December after requiring knee surgery.Alex is tied to Chelsea until 2013, but may seek a move if he feels he won’t be playing regularly next season.Bayern are desperate to strengthen their central defence and have Alex high on their shopping list.View the Original arti...

Alex Ferguson : Family’s Football Tradition Has Helped Chicharito

Sir Alex Ferguson has admitted that Javier Hernandez’s background has helped his progress.The Manchester United manager has admitted that his initial assessment was that Chicharito would mainly be used as a substitute in his first season for United.However the Mexican internatioanal’s rapid development – and unerring ability in front of goal – has been impossible to ignore.Sir Alex told manutd.com : “It’s been nothing but acceleration [by him],”. “We tell a lot of our young players to take time to settle in, learn the language and develop physically, because it is a physical league.“He’s now had his breaking-in period and, although he could speak...

Mourinho Keen On Signing Olympique Marseille Wing-Back Taye Taiwo

It has been revealed that Real Madrid are interested in want-away Olympique Marseille wing-back Taye Taiwo.The 25 year old Nigeria international has declared that he is ready to leave the French giants in the summer when he comes off contract.Taiwo on his part has aadmitted an ambition to play for Chelsea, while he is also keen on AC Milan.However Marca has reported that Real coach Jose Mourinho is a big fan of the free-scoring wing-back and wants to bring him to Madrid in the summer.Mourinho even tried to prise Taiwo away from Marseille while in charge of Inter Milan and remains a huge admirer of the Nigerian.View the Original arti...

Levante, Hercules Join Race To Sign Albacete Goalkeeper Keylor Navas

Reports are out claiming that Albacete goalkeeper Keylor Navas continues to be linked with Primera Liga clubs.The 26 year old Costa Rica goalkeeper has been mentioned as a target for Real Madrid and Barcelona during the season.It’s now emerged Levante and Hercules are chasing the keeper for the summer market.Costa Rica international Navas only moved to Albacete last summer from Deportivo Saprissa.View the Original arti...

Manchester United To Sign 16 Year Old Striker Angelo Henriquez

Universidad de Chile striker Angelo Henriquez, now age 16 is thrilled with his move to Manchester United.According to The Daily Mail, the Premier League giants have agreed a first option on Chilean striker Henriquez.Angelo Henriquez has impressed in the South American Under 17 Championship in Ecuador, and has trained in Manchester.Henriquez admitted to Triunfo : “Of course it is amazing that a team like Manchester United have taken an interest in me. They are a huge team at a world level and playing for them would be a dream come true,”.“I know that if I want to be a footballer, I have to be very professional and not get caught up in the parties...

Arsenal To Make Shock Move For Gianluigi Buffon

Interesting news are out and it has been revealed that Arsenal are weighing up a shock move for Juventus goalkeeper Gigi Buffon.According to The Daily Mail, Arsene Wenger has turned to Jens Lehmann to try and solve his long-standing problems in goal, but the 41-year-old made a less than impressive return for the reserves at Wigan on Tuesday.Now the French tacticia is considering the Italian international whose 10-year stay in Turin is expected to end in the summer as Juve look to offload his £125,000-a-week salary.It is doubtful that Arsenal would pay that much for a 33-year-old who has struggled with injury but, surprisingly, there would be...

Blackburn, Everton, Sunderland Chasing Niko Kranjcar

Tottenham’s want-away midfielder Niko Kranjcar is reportedly being tracked by a host of Premier League clubs.The Daily Mail has revealed that Blackburn Rovers, Everton and Sunderland are monitoring the Croatia international’s situation, given his desire to leave Tottenham this summer.Spartak Moscow and Liverpool have also watched the midfielder, 26, who has started only two Premier League games this season.When asked where he would like to move to, Kranjcar said: “Depends who wants me, if anyone wants me.”Kranjcar, who turns 27 in August, added: “I’m ambitious, I want to play football.“Especially in my best years. If I was a young lad, obviously...

Nicolas Anelka : I Did Not Enjoy The Madrid Lifestyle

Nicolas Anelka has revealed that he has no regrets spending just one season with Real Madrid.The Chelsea striker has admitted that the Madrid lifestyle was not something he enjoyed.The French striker told chelseafc.com : “When you come from England, the way you approach the game and where you are in your life is the total opposite to in Spain,”. “I didn’t know that, of course it was difficult for me because I wanted to have a simple life and be able to walk on the street like everybody else, but I couldn’t do it in Madrid like I can in London.“This was the most difficult part for me, I didn’t want to go there like a big star, of course on the...

Robert Pires Pondering Future After Aston Villa

Aston Villa midfielder Robert Pires is weighing up whether to retire or play abroad when his short-term contract with the club expires this summer.The former Arsenal midfielder signed a six-month deal before Christmas and has made only a handful of appearances for the midlands club.He said: “I’m still playing in the Premier League so I get noticed. People haven’t forgotten about me.“I’m prepared to retire in May if that’s what it comes to.“But I am also ready to go wherever an interesting proposition comes along – be it Qatar or the United States.“I’ve even had an offer from Australia. But it’s a case of one thing at a time and I’ll look at that...

Santos president advises Neymar against England move

Santos president Luis Alvaro Ribeiro de Oliveira has warned Neymar against a move to England.Chelsea failed with a bid to sign Neymar, 19, from Santos last summer but retain an interest in the player.Neymar has said it would be his "dream" to play for the London club and, after his impressive performance in Brazil's 2-0 win over Scotland at Arsenal's Emirates Stadium on Sunday, said: "The stadium is great; the pitch is, too. The weather I don't like all that much, but I could get used to it."Oliveira, though, feels Neymar would struggle to play his natural game if he moved to a Premier League club."Playing in England is not the same as playing...

UEFA warns Poland about hooligan threat

Euro 2012 co-hosts Poland face a “huge image problem” over hooliganism, UEFA has stated.The criticism, from Martin Kallen, UEFA's director of the EURO 2012 finals Poland will stage with Ukraine in 14 months' time, comes days after the latest hooligan outbreak when Polish fans caused trouble at a friendly with Lithuania in Kaunas on Friday.Kallen told delegates at the Soccerex European business forum there were now outbreaks of hooliganism at just about every league match in Poland.More than 60 Polish fans were detained after throwing bottles and flares at police in Lithuania last week.Police responded by firing tear-gas to control the rioting fans outside the Darius and Girenas stadium in Kaunas before and during the match which Poland lost 2-0.The Polish government has also announced new...

Robson confident of cancer recovery

Former Manchester United and England captain Bryan Robson is confident of making a full recovery from throat cancer.The 54-year-old, now in charge of the Thailand national side, had an operation to remove a tumour earlier this month and felt well enough to attend the Soccerex European business forum in Manchester. “The operation to remove the tumour was successful and now I've got to go on a course for five weeks of (radiotherapy) treatment,” Robson told reporters.“I'm feeling fine in myself. All the specialists have been really positive that I should have a 100 percent recovery. To be fair, that's all I wanted to hear, I'll just try to get on with the treatment and be as positive as I can be.”He has been watching his former side's season with interest as the Premier League leaders edge inch...

Capello tips England to emulate Germany

Fabio Capello is hoping his new-look England team can eventually emulate Germany who impressed at last year's World Cup finals with a young, exciting outfit. Although Spain left South Africa with the World Cup trophy, Germany attracted plenty of plaudits for a team including youthful talents such as Mesut Ozil, Sami Khedira, Thomas Muller and Manuel Neuer.England's team of established players, meanwhile, were criticised for the disappointing showing at the tournament. But Capello is confident a new generation is on its way."I hope that people will talk about us like they did about Germany,'' said Capello. "We have got some young players who are...

Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Rossi Gets Along With Everyone. Why Can’t Borriello?

Two juicy soundbites emerged today from Italy. Admittedly, one was from Facebook, and since that merely exists in a hypothetical cloud, it’s not exactly from Italy, but both concern players’ compatibility. Giuseppe Rossi? So compatible he could have his own Match.com. Marco Borriello?Not so much.Italy beat the Ukraine in a friendly today, in which both Giuseppe Rossi and Alessandro Matri scored. The former’s goal was quite poacher-esque and drew some comparisons to a certain other Rossi:In his post-match interview, the New Jerseyian stated that he was glad to see his former youth teammates play so well together on the senior side.There’s always been a good connection with Giovinco and we also had Montolivo, Aquilani and Nocerino from the Under-21 side.Both [Cassano and Giovinco] are very...

England 1-1 Ghana – Highlights (Friendly)

Asamoah Gyan’s injury-time equaliser deprived England of victory in a highly entertaining friendly against Ghana at Wembley.Andy Carroll’s first international goal just before the interval looked to have settled the game in favour of Fabio Capello’s revamped England side before Gyan gave Ghana a draw they fully deserved.Ghana’s vast and colourful support inside Wembley celebrated wildly as Gyan bamboozled England substitute Joleon Lescott, not for the first time, inside the area before clipping a composed finish beyond Joe Hart.Liverpool’s £35m striker Carroll still looked short of match fitness after a lengthy recent injury absence – but gave...

Belgium 4-1 Azerbaijan – Match Highlights

Belgium boosted their hopes of finishing second in Euro 2012 qualifying Group A with a convincing win at home to Azerbaijan.Jan Vertonghen gave the hosts an early advantage only for Ruslan Abishov to level.Belgium were carving out plenty of chances, though, and Timmy Simons put them back in front from the penalty spot before Nacer Chadli made it 3-1 at half-time.And Jelle Vossen put the seal on victory with a fourth in the 74th minute.The win moved Belgium a point clear of third-placed Turkey in the group, with Germany comfortably on course to finish top.View the Original arti...

Sweden 2-1 Moldova – Match Highlights

Sweden 2-1 Moldova – Match Highlights[ 0 ] March 30, 2011 [Translate]Sweden held off a spirited performance from Moldova to claim victory in their Euro 2012 qualifier in Solna.Mikael Lustig gave the Scandinavians a 30th-minute lead, but they were never comfortable until Sebastian Larsson scored his first international goal eight minutes from time.Skipper Zlatan Ibrahimovic set up the Birmingham midfielder to help make up for his first-half penalty miss, and the strike proved important after Alexandr Suvorov fired in a deserved goal for the visitors in stoppage time.Victory for Sweden moved them level on nine points with second-placed Hungary,...

Ukraine 0-1 Italy – Match Highlights

Italy overcame being reduced to 10 men as goals by Giuseppe Rossi and Alessandro Matri saw them seal victory over Ukraine in their friendly clash in Kiev.Rossi put the Italians ahead in the 27th minute when he slotted home Domenico Criscito’s cross from close range.Ukraine pushed for an equaliser and their task appeared a little easier when Davide Astori was sent off following a second booking with a quarter of an hour remaining.However, it was Italy who claimed the second goal when Matri scored with nine minutes left to confirm the win.View the Original arti...

Portugal 2-0 Finland – Match Highlights

Portugal 2-0 Finland – Match Highlights[ 0 ] March 30, 2011 [Translate]Portugal beat Finland 2-0 in an international friendly soccer match in Aveiro city stadium.Ruben Micael GoalView the Original arti...

Paulo Henrique Ganso Wants To Play In The Serie A

Interesting news are out and it has been reported that Santos star Paulo Henrique Ganso has declared that he wants to play in Serie A next season.The Brazilian international midfielder is one of the hottest properties on the transfer market for this summer, particularly between AC Milan and Inter Milan.Paulo Henrique Ganso told Sky Sport Italia : “One day I’d love to play in Serie A and I think sooner or later I will play in Italy,”.“I have never met Leonardo, but we have spoken often on the phone. He gives me great advice and is a wonderful Coach.“Having said that, I often talk to Milan defender Thiago Silva too.”View the Original arti...

Jefferson Farfan Open To Juventus Switch

Jefferson Farfan has played down reports of a meeting with Juventus officials last weekend.The Schalke striker however has admitted that he would welcome a move to Juve and was in Italy at the weekend leading to speculation about a move to Turin.“I am here to do some shopping,” he said.“I like Italy, but I am under contract with Schalke and an important game awaits us.”View the Original arti...

Lionel Messi Out Of Costa Rica Clash With Leg Injury

Lionel Messi has been withdrawn from the friendly match against Costa Rica on Tuesday after the Barcelona ace reportedly suffered a leg injury.Coach Sergio Batista told Argentine media : “I had prepared the team with (Messi) in it. We’re not pressured by Barcelona or anyone…I think that with the scan done on him today, if he played he’d last five minutes,”.“He suffered a pulled (right leg) muscle and we must look after the player, we can’t take a risk. I’m sorry because I want him in the eleven and also for the crowd.“We have to respect the timing for the Copa America (in Argentina in July) and for Barcelona,” he added.Palermo midfielder Javier...

Andy Carroll : Goal Proved That I Am Ready For England

Andy Carroll was delighted after scoring England’s goal in their 1-1 draw with Ghana.The Liverpool striker feels he has proved himself at international with the effort.The former Newcastle United star told ITV1 : “It was great to get the goal,”. “The lads played well, we’re obviously disappointed they scored in the last minute.“I’m coming back fit now. Getting the goal proved I’m here and ready to score goals for England.”View the Original arti...

Netherlands 5-3 Hungary – Highlights (Euro 2012 qualifier)

Netherlands 5-3 Hungary – Highlights (Euro 2012 qualifier)[ 0 ] March 30, 2011 [Translate]Dirk Kuyt’s late brace eventually settled a topsy-turvy encounter in the hosts’ favour after the Hungarians – beaten 4-0 in the reverse fixture in Budapest on Friday – twice fought their way back into the game.Robin van Persie’s early strike gave the Dutch a half-time advantage but goals from Gergely Rudolf and Zoltan Gera turned the game on its head.Gera equalised again after goals from Wesley Sneijder and Ruud van Nistelrooy had got Holland back in front, before Liverpool striker Kuyt had the final say to move Bert van Marwijk’s side onto 18 points from...

Borussia Dortmund Defender Mats Hummel Wants Premier League Move

Borussia Dortmund defender Mats Hummel has declared that he is interested in a move to the English Premier League.The 22 year old German international centre back has been linked with Spurs and Manchester City this season.Mats told Bild : “I’ll only leave for Borussia for a top, top European club,”.“I do not care if it’s in England, Italy or Spain. But now I want to be realistic and not waste my time dreaming.”The 6ft 3in defender has so far played a total of 55 games for his club scoring 10 goals along the way. View the Original arti...

Capello unhappy with Mourinho remarks

England coach Fabio Capello has accused Jose Mourinho of disrespect over his claim he was the offered the England job before the Italian was appointed.Mourinho claimed yesterday in an interview with L'Equipe that he was the FA's first choice to replace Steve McClaren in 2007.Former Chelsea boss Mourinho claims he would have taken the England job had he not undergone a last-minute change of heart.Capello claims he doesn't comment on jobs he has been linked with, out of respect for his fellow mangers."I don't speak about the relationship with the other clubs, for respect for other managers," said Capello."I don't like to speak about my relationship...

Forlan content at Atletico

Diego Forlan says he is content at Atletico Madrid at the club and insists it would take "a really good offer" to prise him away from the Vicente Calderon.Forlan, 31, was heavily linked with a move away from Atletico after impressing in last summer's World Cup for Uruguay.The former Manchester United forward was again the subject of speculation in the January transfer window, with Tottenham among a number of clubs reportedly interested in signing him.But again Forlan remained at Atletico and he says he has no desire to leave the club."It would have to be a really good offer," Forlan said. "At the moment there is none, so I didn't consider anything. But at the moment, I have two years more of a contract at Atletico Madrid and it's a good team and I am happy there. You never know."Forlan has...

Banana thrower identified

A German teenager has admitted throwing a banana at Brazil star Neymar at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, Arsenal football club have confirmed.Neymar accused Scotland fans of racist behaviour during Brazil's 2-0 win, although the claims were vehemently denied by the Scottish Football Association.A club statement read: "The Metropolitan Police are satisfied there was no racist intent and no further action will be taken."An SFA statement on Monday said: "The Scottish FA refutes claims from Neymar that he was the victim of racist jeers."It said there was no evidence of it but Scotland fans had confirmed booing him "for perceived unsporting behaviour."The SFA added: "Scotland supporters are known for impeccable behaviour."Arsenal and the police conducted an investigation into the incident and...

LITHUANIA 1 SPAIN 3 | EURO 2012 GROUP I QUALIFIER RESULT

SPAIN managed to win away to LITHUANIA 1 - 3 in their EURO 2012 Group I qualifier to give them another victory, consolidate the Groups Top spot & put them nearly into the Euro Finals of next year. The match went ahead after UEFA officials & the French referee decided that the turf ( without grass ) was apt to play on & safe. Correct decision as no one from both teams were injured in a game played in good spirits as there was no difficult situations for the referee. Xavi scores for Spain: photo-J.A.Gracia/MarcaSpanish Coach Del Bosque put the following starting 11: Casillas; Iraola, Piqué, Albiol,...

Costa Rica vs Argentina Live Stream Online - 29 March 2011

It will be a very very interesting game to be played between two american based sides one from South America with all the reputation and while other from north America with un predictability on their ranks and this is a friendly match which will be very interesting in nature as Argentina are coming into this match on the back of a very poor result against USA when they were held by them to 1-1 on the day couple of days ago. Now they will be hoping to get back to winning ways in this match.Argentina have been playing some really good football of late and they have probably the best player in their ranks when it comes to world football and he is also becoming household name in the world with his goal scoring power, he is non other than Leo Messi. Argentina are playing some good football of late...

Watch: England 1 - 1 Ghana

[WATCH GOALS BELOW]England put in an impressive performance against a determined, resilient and very well supported Ghana side and both teams left a vibrant Wembley stadium with a goal each. It was perhaps the deserved result in a well fought, passionate game fuelled with the huge vocal support from the fans, particularly the Ghanaians.&nb...

Andy Carroll grabbed his first goal in an England shirt just before the end of the first half but it was cancelled out much to the delight of the African side who celebrated a last gasp winner thanks to the intricate silky skills of Assamoah Gyan who weaved the ball through the England defence to curl the ball round Joe Hart.

England put in a good performance, and should not be ashamed of a draw. It was a well played game of football in which Capello was able to learn a lot about the strength of his second - or "B" team. Downing was awarded man of the match and Ashley Young was also dangerous throughout - hitting the crossbar and having a long range shot well saved by Kingson. 

The night also saw the introduction of Manchester United striker Danny Welbeck who was eligible for both England and Ghana due to his Ghanaian parents and Manchester birth. His introduction was met by boos from Ghana fans, but with ten minutes to play he didn't have much chance to make an impact.

Fabio Capello was as passionate as ever with his reaction to mistakes and chances as animated as ever, with even a few rare smiles and laughs thrown in. 

Watch the goals below:

Carroll Goal



Gyan Goal




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Tuesday, March 29, 2011

Blackburn Rovers Confirm Interest In Ruud van Nistelrooy

Interesting news are out and it has been revealed that Blackburn Rovers boss Steve Kean has confirmed their interest in Hamburg striker Ruud van Nistelrooy.The former Manchester United star has made it clear that he wants to return to England in the summer when he comes off contract.Kean has now confirmed the 34-year-old hit-man is on Blackburn’s list of transfer targets for next season.“Yes, I can confirm we are interested,” Kean told ESPN soccernet.Van Nistelrooy was ready to join Real Madrid in January – only for Hamburg to block the move.View the Original arti...

AC Milan Determined To Sign Tottenham Star Gareth Bale

Transfer news from the Italian Serie A is out and it has been reported that AC Milan coach Max Allegri wants to bring Tottenham winger Gareth Bale to Italy.According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Allegri has the Welsh international on his summer shopping list as Milan face major changes to their midfield.The former Southampton star is the talk of the Italian press after his performances against Inter Milan earlier this season.Andrea Pirlo is expected to leave at the end of term, leaving tactician Allegri to look for additions as he looks to build for next season.View the Original arti...

Franck Ribery Crashes Through Barrier During Training – Video

Franck Ribery Crashes Through Barrier During Training – Video[ 0 ] March 29, 2011 [Translate]Bayern Munich star Franck Ribery avoided a freak injury after he crashed and fell over the barrier during a Bayern Munich training game of tennis football.The German giants will be counting their lucky stars as the French international managed to escape unhurt.An injury to Ribery at this stage of the season would be severe to Bayern Munich as they look to finish strong in the remaining games.Check it out.View the Original arti...

Diego Forlan Happy To Stay With Atletico Madrid

Diego Forlan has declared that he is happy at Atletico Madrid and insists that it would take “a really good offer” to prise him away from the Vicente Calderon. Forlan, now age 31, was heavily linked with a move away from Atletico after starring in last summer’s World Cup for Uruguay, but a move never materialised.The former Manchester United forward was again the subject of speculation in the January transfer window, with Tottenham among a host of clubs reportedly interested in acquiring his services.Forlan said : “It would have to be a really good offer,”.“At the moment there is none, so I didn’t consider anything. But at the moment, I have...

Chelsea Target Neymar To Replace Didier Drogba

Santos striker Neymar has been sensationally lined up as Chelsea’s £30million summer replacement for hitman Didier Drogba.It is said that Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich is ready to thrust him alongside £50m new boy Fernando Torres – at 33-year-old Drogba’s expense.The Russian billionaire sees Neymar as a penalty-box assassin – as his record of 59 goals in just 119 Santos games suggests.With Drogba’s age and fitness beginning to count against him, Neymar is seen as the perfect man to fill the Ivory Coast striker’s Stamford Bridge boots.View the Original arti...

Owen Coyle Wants Bolton To Push For European Football

Owen Coyle has declared that he intends to lead Bolton Wanderers into Europe.Coyle knows reaching the FA Cup final should be enough to secure a spot in next season’s Europa League.According to Click Lancashire, he said: “As a manager you want to push yourselves to the maximum and your players to the maximum and try to get that bit better.“Something like European football should be cherished. Football is still the same game wherever it is played. You just go up a level and deal with better players.“But you want that because it makes you better. Some of the players here are capable of playing for any club. And I mean any club.” View the Original...

Bayern Munich Make Gael Clichy A Priority Target

German powerhouse Bayern Munich are reportedly determined to win the race for Arsenal fullback Gael Clichy.The French international left back is said to be baulking at opening new contract talks with Arsenal, which has encouraged interest from Juventus.However sources in Germany have revealed that Munich have targeted Clichy as the man to fill their troublesome left-back position, says talkSPORT.Everton’s Leighton Baines and Newcastle’s Jose Enrique have also been suggested for the void, which the Bundesliga club are desperate to fill.But it is believed that Bayern have placed Clichy at the top of their summer wish-list and will test Arsenal’s...

Lyon Will Not Sell Tottenham Target Michel Bastos

French giants Olympique Lyon has declared that they are not planning to sell Michel Bastos this summer.The Brazilian star has been linked with Premier League side Tottenham and Italian giants Juventus in recent days.Bastos joined Lyon in 2009 and talkSPORT has been told there are plans in the pipeline to extend his contract, which currently runs until 2013.The 27 year old left sided player is currently out injured having undergone knee surgery and is expected to recover in time to feature before the end of the season.View the Original arti...

David Luiz Wants Neymar At Chelsea

Chelsea defender David Luiz is hoping that Santos star Neymar will join him at Stamford Bridge.It is said that Blues boss Carlo Ancelotti is desperate to sign the 19 year old Brazilian international after failing to tempt Santos into a deal at the start of the season.And Luiz said: “Neymar is going to be one of the best players in the world and I would love it if he came to join me at Chelsea. I’m very happy to be at one of the best teams in the world and everything has been very positive.“Chelsea are fighting for the Premier League and Champions League and I am sure that I’ll become a better player.“For Neymar it would be the same.”Fellow Brazilians...

England face row over Wilshere

England are are on course for a row with Arsenal over the availability of Jack Wilshere for this summer's European Under-21 Championships.Wilshere, along with Liverpool's Andrew Carroll, will be expected to drop back down from the senior squad for the tournament in Denmark as manager Stuart Pearce has stated his intention to field the strongest team possible.Two years ago in Sweden, England reached the final only to be beaten 4-0 by a Germany team which included Manuel Neuer, Jerome Boateng, Sami Khedira and Mesut Ozil, all of whom would subsequently represent the full side at the 2010 World Cup finals. Pearce wants England to show similar ambition...

Blatter urges Brazil to speed up 2014 preparations

FIFA President Sepp Blatter urged Brazil to speed up preparations for the 2014 World Cup.Blatter said Brazil lagged behind where South Africa stood when the 2010 host fell behind with its construction schedule.“I must say that in comparison with the state of play between South Africa and Brazil three years before the World Cup, Brazil is behind South Africa. It's a fact,” Blatter told reporters.Referring to how little time remained before the 2014 finals, Blatter said “it's tomorrow. The Brazilians think it's just the day after tomorrow. What they shall do is to give a little bit more speed now in the organization.”Blatter said the slow progress...

Mourinho claims he turned down England job

Jose Mourinho claims that he came close to becoming the England manager but underwent a last-minute change of heart.The former Chelsea manager has admitted that he came within 'hours' of succeeding the sacked Steve McClaren in 2007, as the Football Association sought a new coach after the failure to qualify for Euro 2008.Mourinho was a free agent at the time, having left Stamford Bridge two months before McClaren was fired.But the Portuguese instead opted for Inter, where he enjoyed Treble-winning success, before moving on to his current job at Real Madrid.Mourinho told l'Equipe: "I was hours away - I almost signed up for the England national...

Corinthians confirm Adriano deal

Corinthians have confirmed that they have signed former Roma striker Adriano.Adriano helped Flamengo win the 2009 Brazilian league but played rarely with Roma on his return to Italy, where he also previously played for Inter, Fiorentina and Parma.His contract with Roma was cut short earlier this month by mutual agreement.Adriano said that Ronaldo, who recently retired from the club, was crucial in convincing him to reach a deal with Corinthians.View the Original arti...

SPAIN 5 NORTHERN IRELAND 1 | EURO U -17 GROUP QUALIFIERS

The Spanish U-17 National Football Team played Northern Ireland today & won 5 – 1 in their Group qualifier for the upcoming U-17 European Championships. The Spanish Team clearly dominated & was 3 – 0 after 45 minutes. The second half saw Spanish Coach Gines take off some important players (the main name being Deulofeu) & give others a run. This did not seem to halt the Spaniards momentum as they scored two more goals, although Northern Ireland got a consolation goal.Spanish U-17 International DeulofeuSpain will meet England on Thursday which will be the vital match of the Group as it is more than likely that the winner here not only...

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