Mourinho fumes over 'scandal'

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho was left fuming after his side went down 2-0 to Barcelona in Wednesday's Champions League semi-final first leg.The home side were forced to play the final half an hour with 10 men after Pepe was dismissed for a late challenge on Dani Alves, although replays suggested the decision was harsh.Mourinho was also sent to the stands for remonstrating with referee Wolfgang Stark and was left angered by the decisions of the match official."Another miracle with 10 men wasn't possible," said Mourinho."Yes, I think we are eliminated. We will go to Camp Nou with everything and to get a result but I can't see it."We will be...

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Pedro’s Dive To Get Álvaro Arbeloa Yellow Carded – Video

Last year i watched Barcelona’s Sergio Busquets fall down and almost won an Oscar against Inter Milan, it got the referee to believe and red carded Thiago Motta who missed playing in the final because of that card, that was a a cruel way to lose your place in the final.I thought it would not happen again, especially since Barcelona are a really good team with excellent players who DO NOT need to resort to such lowly actions, but how i was wrong!.In last night’s Champions League semi-final a.k.a El Clasico part three, a certain Pedro decided to emulate his team mate, again in a semi final and yet again against Mourinho’s team. It’s a shame and...

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Liverpool To Launch £5 Million Offer For Joey Barton

Reports are out claiming that Liverpool boss Kenny Dalglish is set to offer £5 million for Newcastle United midfielder Joey Barton.According to The Daily Mail, Dalglish has long followed the 28-year-old’s progress and, while he recognises such a move would be controversial, he believes Barton’s ability merits serious consideration.It is believed that Dalglish is keen to return a strong British identity to the squad and sees room for Barton’s feisty style.The Liverpudlian has not always endeared himself to the Anfield faithful. He was sent off for a lunge at Xabi Alonso on his last visit and clashed with Fernando Torres during Newcastle’s 3-1...

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Real Madrid 0-2 Barcelona – Match Highlights

Lionel Messi swooped twice to give Barcelona a 2-0 win in a bad-tempered first leg of their Champions League semi-final against 10-man Real Madrid at the Bernabeu.The World Player of the Year guided the ball home at the near post with 14 minutes remaining to break the deadlock before he reverted from poacher to his usual creative self for the second on 87 minutes, a wonderful individual effort that saw him dance through the Madrid defence and finish past Iker Casillas.The Argentine’s match-winning brace – his 16th and 17th goals in his last 16 appearances in the competition – gives his side a clear advantage heading into the second leg at the...

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Fulham 3-0 Bolton Wanderers – Match Highlights

Fulham moved up to ninth after a comfortable 3-0 win over Bolton Wanderers at Craven Cottage continued their unbeaten Premier League home run this year.A brace from Clint Dempsey and a header from Brede Hangeland gave the Whites the three points in a game they largely dominated, putting them on 42 points and effectively securing Premier League football for an 11th consecutive season.Bolton, meanwhile, lacked confidence and guile and were comprehensively outplayed. Owen Coyle’s side stay eighth, four points clear of Fulham but nine shy of fifth-placed Tottenham in the Europa League slot.Victory was all the more important given Fulham’s difficult...

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Rio Ferdinand Disgusted With Diving Barcelona Players

Reports are out claiming that Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand was disgusted by the diving of Barcelona players last night against Real Madrid.Daniel Alves’ play-acting resulted in Pepe being sent off, while Pedro was also an embarrassment.Barcelona’s Pedro fell to the ground clutching his face after a harmless collision with Alvaro Arbeloa in the first half.Ferdinand tweeted: “This diving is a joke/embarrassing. When Pedro watches that do you think he’ll think ‘What was I doing!?’” View the Original arti...

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Schalke 0 Manchester United 2: Champions League result

Semi-final first legSchalke 0 Manchester United 2Scorers: Ryan Giggs 67, Wayne Rooney 69Halftime: 0-0Teams:Schalke: 1-Manuel Neuer; 22-Atsuto Uchida, 32-Joel Matip, 21-Christoph Metzelder, 2-Hans Sarpei (3-Sergio Escudero 73); 17-Jefferson Farfan, 14-Kyriakos Papadopoulos, 18-Jose Manuel Jurado (31-Julian Draxler 83), 11-Alexander Baumjohann (12-Peer Kluge 53); 7-Raul, 9-Edu.Manchester United: 1-Edwin van der Sar; 20-Fabio, 5-Rio Ferdinand, 15-Nemanja Vidic, 3-Patrice Evra ; 25-Antonio Valencia, 16-Michael Carrick, 11-Ryan Giggs, 13-Park Ji-Sung (18-Paul Scholes 73); 10-Wayne Rooney (17-Nani 83), 14-Javier Hernandez (8-Anderson 73).Attendance: 54142Referee: Carlos Velasco Carballo (Spain).View the Original arti...

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Ferguson revels in United performance

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson was pleased with his side's performance as they cruised past Schalke to move closer to this season's Champions League final.United were dominant in Germany with Ryan Giggs and Wayne Rooney both scored in a 2-0 away win.Giggs, who had missed a couple of fantastic chances, was played in by Rooney and finished well before Rooney added a second only two minutes later."Our concentration, intensity and speed of passing was excellent,'' Ferguson said afterwards. "We had less chances in the second half but were more dangerous, when Chicharito scored and it was offside it told the players they could beat the...

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Raul Backing Real Madrid To Beat Barcelona

It has been revealed that Schalke striker Raul is backing Real Madrid to beat Barcelona in tonight’s Champions League semi.After defeat to Manchester United, the Real Madrid legend offered his support to his former club.“They are two great teams. Jose Mourinho’s work is still very good. The Copa gives them a lot of confidence and I think it will be a great match.“May it be a great day for Real Madrid and they continue to win,” said Raul.View the Original arti...

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Schalke Chasing Real Madrid Midfielder Esteban Granero

Bundesliga club Schalke are reportedly eyeing Real Madrid midfielder Esteban Granero.The 23 year old Spanish midfield schemer is under consideration at Schalke as a replacement for Ivan Rakitic, who left for Sevilla in January.Granero’s abilities have been talked up at Schalke by his former Real captain Raul.Granero, who previously played for Getafe, has quietly established himself in Jose Mourinho’s midfield since the turn of the year.View the Original arti...

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Bayern Munich Keeping Tabs On Valencia Fullback Jeremy Mathieu

German giants Bayern Munich are reportedly keeping tabs on Valencia fullback Jeremy Mathieu.It is said that Bayern have £100 million to spend this summer to rebuild their flagging squad and Mathieu is on their radar.Christian Nerlinger, the Bayern sports director, has a new fullback high on his shopping list and is having Mathieu watched leading up to the summer market.AS has reported that Bayern scouts were posted last weekend to see Mathieu in action against Real Madrid.View the Original arti...

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Guardiola : Andres Iniesta is 100% Out

Barcelona have confirmed that influential midfielder Andres Iniesta will be out of tonight’s Champions League semi against Real Madrid.The World Cup winning midfielder, who did not train with the Spanish champions due to a calf injury, joined his team-mates for the first 10 minutes of this evening’s workout at the Bernabeu before departing for further treatment.“Iniesta is 100% out,” Guardiola said of the 26-year-old.A statement on fcbarcelona.cat confirmed: “Andres Iniesta will miss the semi-finals of the Champions League against Real Madrid. He has some discomfort in the right calf which has not allowed him to train with the group on Tuesday.”View...

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Real Madrid Favourites To Sign Arsenal Star Cesc Fabregas

It has emerged that Real Madrid are new favourites for Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas.The Sun has reported that the Gunner are ready to reluctantly sell its club captain this summer.It is said that Arsene Wenger will want £35m for a player who cost £500,000 from the Barcelona youth academy in 2003.It is believed that the Spanish champions are reluctant to increase last year’s bid for a player who would not be an automatic starter.However despite interest from Spanish rivals Real Madrid, Fabregas has set his heart on returning to his home club. View the Original arti...

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Liverpool To Battle Manchester City For Everton Fullback Leighton Baines

Reports have surfaced that Leighton Baines is attracting major transfer interest ahead of the summer market.The Everton and England international fullback rejected a January move to German giants Bayern Munich.The News of the World has reported that Liverpool boss Kenny Dalglish has the left-back on his summer shopping list and the 26 year old former Wigan star could be the subject of a £15m bid from Manchester City.View the Original arti...

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Arsene Wenger Not Ready To Change His Principles

Arsene Wenger has sensationally declared that he will not change his approach, despite defeat to Bolton Wanderers.The Arsenal manager conceded their title tilt is over after the loss.The French tactician told arsenal.com: “If you can convince me that the principles are wrong, then I am ready. But I feel we try to play football the proper way. When you don’t win, your principles are questioned. You always have to take the right distance to see what is right and wrong in what you do. I think if something is wrong in our team, it is not the principle of playing our football.“I am convinced we are a very good footballing side. We have not been stable...

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Carlo Ancelotti Confident Chelsea Will Overtake Manchester United

Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti is confident that his side can overtake Manchester United at the top of the table having seen first-hand how a comfortable advantage can be thrown away.The Italian tactician was in charge of Juventus in 2000 when they were overtaken by Lazio despite having held a nine-point advantage with eight games to go.Chelsea, who had trailed United by 15 points at one stage, have now closed the gap to just six points and, as Chelsea have yet to visit Old Trafford in the league, Ancelotti hopes United will wilt under the pressure.The former AC Milan boss said : “I lost a title nine points up with eight games to go,”.“It can happen....

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Jose Mourinho Wants John Terry At Real Madrid

Interesting news are out and it has been revealed that Jose Mourinho wants to bring Chelsea skipper John Terry to Real Madrid in the summer.According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the Special One has urged Real president Florentino Perez to sound out Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich about his willingness to sell the England captain at the end of this season.It is said that Mourinho believes Terry can be Real’s answer to the bedrock of Barcelona, Carles Puyol.Now 30, there has been speculation Terry’s position at Chelsea is under scrutiny and Mourinho is ready to pounce should he become available.The former Chelsea manager is ready to stay with Real...

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Borussia Dortmund Confirm Real Madrid Approach For Nuri Sahin

Transfer news from the German Bundesliga is out and it has been revealed that Borussia Dortmund have fielded an approach from Real Madrid for Nuri Sahin.AS has reported that Hans-Joachim Watzke, the Dortmund sports director, has confirmed the interest of the Spanish giants.“We are not a club used to selling our jewelry, but if we get a strong offer we would think about it,” he said.“Our intention is to get €20 million, of which half would be used to strengthen the team.”Nuri Sahin is a 22 year old Turkish international midfielder.View the Original arti...

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Benzema : Winning Copa del Rey Removed A Lot Of Pressure

Karim Benzema has declared that there is a new confidence within the squad after their Copa del Rey triumph over Barcelona.For many, the French international striker was Real’s best player in Saturday’s 6-3 win at Valencia.Benzema said : “We’ve removed a lot of pressure by winning a very tough Copa. We have shown that many players can contribute to this team,”.“We did not expect a result as big as this because Valencia are a great team, but the game went very much in our favor after a great first half. It was a great evening for us.”View the Original arti...

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Arsenal Keeping Tabs On Malaga Striker Salomon Rondon

Premier League giants Arsenal are reportedly keeping tabs on Malaga striker Salomon Rondon.Calciomercato.com has reported that Gunners scouts are watching the 21 year old Venezuela international.The 6ft 1in striker has scored 12 goals in 26 games for Malaga this season as they have battled against relegation.It is said that Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is aware of Rondon’s progress and considering a summer move for the youngster as he plans to shake-up his strike-force.View the Original arti...

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Barcelona Launch €30 Million Bid For Villarreal Striker Giuseppe Rossi

It has been revealed that Barcelona are launching a bid for Villarreal striker Giuseppe Rossi.According to Gazzetta dello Sport the reigning Spanish champions are offering €30 million for the 24 year old Italian international.It is said that Rossi’s representatives held talks with Barca officials last week about a summer move to the Nou Camp.The former Manchester United striker was the subject of a £25 million offer from Tottenham in January and the Londoners remain keen.View the Original arti...

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Blackburn Rovers vs Man City Live Stream Online - 26 April 2011

In the Premier Leaue match to be played on Monday night we will have Blackburn Rovers taking on Manchester City in the league match on 26th April 2011 and it will be interesting to see how this match goes about. Blackburn Rovers and Manchester City are playing at top of the table at the moment. City have qualified for the Final of the FA Cup as well and also have gained some advantage over Spurs in the League for the finishing the TOP 4.Blackburn Rovers are a very phyiscal side and they tend to do well playing at home while City usualy struggle against the teams like Blackburn Rovers and it will be very exicting match tonight where we will have two very solid unit going head to head. You can always tune in here to get the live action of the match here while we will be placing the match highlights...

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Valencia 3-6 Real Madrid – Video Highlights

Gonzalo Higuain scored a hat-trick as Real Madrid followed up its Copa del Rey victory with a 6-3 drubbing of third-place Valencia on Saturday.Kaka scored twice and Karim Benzema also added to the tally as Madrid returned to Mestalla Stadium three days after hoisting its 18th domestic cup and first trophy in nearly three years with a 1-0 extra-time victory over Barcelona.Madrid became the first visiting team to score six goals at the Mestalla and maintained pressure on Spanish leader Barcelona, which can restore its eight-point lead over Madrid in the standings with a victory against Osasuna later on Saturday. Five rounds remain after this weekend.View...

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Real Madrid Chasing Arsenal Manager Arsene Wenger

Interesting news are out and it has been revealed that Real Madrid are keeping tabs on Arsene Wenger’s situation at Arsenal.The Sunday Mirror has reported that the French tactician is at the top of Real Madrid’s wanted list as they prepare for life without Jose Mourinho.Mourinho’s controversial reign at the Bernabeu has seen the Portuguese boss openly invite a move back to the English Premier League and that has prompted senior officials inside the Spanish club to review their options if the Special One does move on.In recent years Arsenal boss Wenger has often been courted by Real when they have been searching for a new coach or facing presidential...

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Sir Alex Ferguson To Pick Cristiano Ronaldo Over Lionel Messi

Sir Alex Ferguson has revealed that he would take Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo over Barcelona’s Lionel Messi.The Manchester United manager admitted his admiration for both players.He said: “Messi or Ronaldo? They’re two great players. I’ve got ­loyalties towards ­Ronaldo and know the qualities he’s got. He’s an unbelievable, fantastic player, with two great feet, he’s quick and great in the air.“Messi is a different type of player altogether, but equally brings ­fantastic qualities to his football.”View the Original arti...

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AS Roma Chasing Internacional Striker Leandro Damiao

Reports have surfaced that Italian club AS Roma are watching Internacional striker Leandro Damiao.The 21 year old striker made his debut for Brazil last month in London against Scotland.Corriere dello Sport has now reported that Roma plan to ask club legend Falcao, who recently took charge of Internacional, for his opinion of Damiao.Roma’s new director of sport Walter Sabatini is looking to rejuvenate the team’s attack and has also been linked with Palermo striker Abel Hernandez.Damiao has so far scored a total of 22 goals in 24 games for Internacional.View the Original arti...

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Alex Ferguson Confident Real Madrid Can Overcome Barcelona

Sir Alex Ferguson has revealed that he can see Real Madrid defeating Barcelona in their Champions League semi.If Manchester United reach the finals, they will confront fabled Spanish opposition and one of the two best players in the world.Jose Mourinho’s Real Madrid atoned for their 5-0 League drubbing by ­Barcelona to beat Lionel Messi’s side 1-0 in the Copa del Rey last ­Wednesday, with the extra-time ­winner headed ­emphatically by ­United old boy ­Cristiano Ronaldo.Ferguson said: “When the draw was made I thought Real ­Madrid had a great chance. I think that 5-0 ­defeat would have hurt ­Mourinho deeply and he wasn’t going to be beaten like...

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Watch FC Barcelona v Osasuna – LIVE

Saturday April 23, 2011Kick off: 19:00Day 33Camp NouYour browser does not support frames, so you will not be able to view this page.DisclaimerAll rights and ownership of any and all soccer Live streams linked to fromTotalFootballMadness.com are reserved to their rightful and respective owners that makethe football Live streams available. TotalFootballMadness.com does notgenerate, host or reproduce any video or moving images on its servers.Live streams are made available through publicly indexed information suchas search results, or video embeded links on popular video hosting websites.TotalfootballMadness.com is only indexing publicly available...

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Watch Chelsea v West Ham – LIVE

Saturday April 23, 2011 Kick off: 17:30 Day 34 Stamford BridgeThe Hammers have won only one of their last 10 Premier League London derbies away from home.Didier Drogba has scored five goals in nine Premier League appearances against West Ham.The Hammers have won just two of their last 34 Premier League away games.Scott Parker has scored in his last two Premier League games against his former club.Florent Malouda has created more goalscoring chances than any other Premier league player this season, 100.Malouda is the third Chelsea player in three seasons to top 100 goalscoring chances created. No player from another team has done so in that period.Your...

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Watch Blackpool v Newcastle United – Live Stream

Saturday April 23, 2011 Kick off: 15:00 Day 34 Bloomfield RoadBlackpool captain Charlie Adam is fit for the Premier League clash against Newcastle after a foot injury scare.It was initially feared the Scotland midfielder might have broken a bone after getting hurt in last week’s loss to Wigan but the problem has proved to be only bruising.Newcastle skipper Kevin Nolan will return from suspension for the trip to Bloomfield Road.The midfielder has missed the last two games after reaching 10 bookings for the campaign, but could partner Cheick Tiote once again after the Ivory Coast international returned from a similar lay-off against Manchester...

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Watch Liverpool v Birmingham City – LIVE

Saturday April 23, 2011Kick off: 15:00Day 34AnfieldCarragher, captaining the side in the absence of Steven Gerrard, was knocked unconscious in a clash of heads with young full-back John Flanagan during Sunday’s draw at Arsenal.Carroll jarred a knee against the Gunners and was taken off as a precaution, but left-back Fabio Aurelio is unlikely to feature this weekend after sustaining a thigh problem at the Emirates Stadium.Birmingham will be boosted by the return from injury of central defender Martin Jiranek for the trip to Anfield.The Czech Republic international has missed the last three games with a groin injury and abdominal complaint.But...

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Watch Tottenham Hotspur v West Bromwich Albion – LIVE

Saturday April 23, 2011 Kick off: 15:00 Day 34White Hart LaneGareth Bale is a major doubt for Tottenham’s Premier League clash against West Brom after sustaining a knee injury in Wednesday’s north London derby.William Gallas and Vedran Corluka (ankle) also picked up knocks in the match and could miss out while Niko Kranjcaris struggling with a foot problem.Jonathan Woodgate (calf), Ledley King (groin), Wilson Palacios and Alan Hutton (both knee) are all out.West Brom have no fresh injury concerns ahead of the trip to White Hart Lane.Midfielder Graham Dorrans is the only absentee with the ankle problem which has sidelined him for the past seven...

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Watch Valencia v Real Madrid – LIVE

Saturday April 23, 2011Kick off: 17:00 Day 33 MestallaYour browser does not support frames, so you will not be able to view this page.DisclaimerAll rights and ownership of any and all soccer Live streams linked to fromTotalFootballMadness.com are reserved to their rightful and respective owners that makethe football Live streams available. TotalFootballMadness.com does notgenerate, host or reproduce any video or moving images on its servers.Live streams are made available through publicly indexed information suchas search results, or video embeded links on popular video hosting websites.TotalfootballMadness.com is only indexing publicly available...

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Watch Internazionale v Lazio

Saturday April 23, 2011 Kick off: 14:00Day 34Stadio Giuseppe MeazzaYour browser does not support frames, so you will not be able to view this page.DisclaimerAll rights and ownership of any and all soccer Live streams linked to fromTotalFootballMadness.com are reserved to their rightful and respective owners that makethe football Live streams available. TotalFootballMadness.com does notgenerate, host or reproduce any video or moving images on its servers.Live streams are made available through publicly indexed information suchas search results, or video embeded links on popular video hosting websites.TotalfootballMadness.com is only indexing publicly...

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Watch Manchester United v Everton – LIVE Football Stream

Saturday April 23, 2011 Kick off: 12:45 Day 34Old TraffordManchester United bid to go nine points clear at the top of the Premier League as they take on Everton at Old Trafford.Your browser does not support frames, so you will not be able to view this page.DisclaimerAll rights and ownership of any and all soccer Live streams linked to fromTotalFootballMadness.com are reserved to their rightful and respective owners that makethe football Live streams available. TotalFootballMadness.com does notgenerate, host or reproduce any video or moving images on its servers.Live streams are made available through publicly indexed information suchas search...

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Manchester United top Forbes football rich list

Manchester United have been valued as the richest club in the world, according to Forbes 2011 Soccer Valuation.For the seventh consecutive year Manchester United top the Forbes list ranking of the most valuable football teams, with a value of £1.13bn.Real Madrid are again No2 with a value of £900 million, followed by Arsenal at £700 million, Bayern Munich and Barcelona complete the top five. Milan are the highest-placed Italian side on the list in sixth place, with Juventus in eighth and Inter Milan tenth. Two other Premier League sides are in the top ten, with Chelsea (£400 million) in seventh place and Liverpool (£332 million) in ninth.Forbes said it valued teams based on what they have been sold for in the past relative to sales and profits, broadcast agreements and debt from new or pending...

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Inter boss Leonardo brushes off Mourinho return rumours

…Inter coach Leonardo has brushed aside speculation that Jose Mourinho could return to the club in the summer.Real Madrid coach Mourinho has been linked with a return to the San Siro where he won the unprecedented Treble of Serie A, Coppa Italia and Champions League last season.Inter have struggled since Mourinho's departure to Real Madrid, with Rafael Benitez departing despite winning the Club World Cup in December. New boss Leonardo enjoyed a promising start to his tenure, but last week Inter were knocked out of the Champions League by Schalke, while they they currently sit third in Serie A, eight points adrift of his former club and league...

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Edinson Cavani Denies Napoli Exit Rumours

Good news for all Napoli fans as Edinson Cavani has denied that he is planning to leave Napoli.There’s talk of the Uruguay international wanting a move away if he doesn’t get a new contract at Napoli.Cavani however said : “There is nothing true in all these rumours. It’s all ridiculous. I’m not changing my club or my agent,”.“With Uruguay we reached the World Cup quarter-finals. I don’t know where we can end up with Napoli, but we’ll certainly do everything we can to soar as high as possible.“What I feel for the Napoli jersey and these fans is exceptional and I think if one day I were to play somewhere else, I could never feel the same way.”View...

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Thierry Henry Wants To Give 110% To New York Red Bulls

Thierry Henry has admitted that he is feeling no pain in his Achilles for the first time in a while.The former Arsenal and Barcelona star scored his first MLS goal of the season with a lovely diving header in the 3-0 win over San Jose Earthquakes on the weekend.The former French international also got through training ahead of tonight’s clash with DC United at Washington’s RFK Stadium.The New York Red Bulls striker said that he was looking forward to give his all for the Red Bulls in what will be a vital game against a DC side who are also coming off 3-0 win, over Toronto FC.Henry said : “I’ve been pain-free for the first time this week and the...

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Arsenal, Tottenham Chasing Inter Milan Striker Diego Milito

Transfer news are out claiming that Premier League giants Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are going head to head in a £5million race to sign Inter Milan striker Diego Milito.The 31 year old Argentinian international has bagged 27 goals in 53 appearances for the Nerazzurri, keeping up a fine goalscoring record he started at Racing Club, Real Zaragoza and Genoa.Now the Italian club’s poor season, plus Milito’s desire to play in the Premier League, have put the North London rivals on red alert.It is believed that his choice could depend on whether Spurs make it back into the Champions League next season as he is determined to play in Europe’s top...

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Zidane : Real Madrid Will Face Barcelona With Confidence

Zinedine Zidane has declared that the Copa del Rey victory is the ideal preparation for Real Madrid’s Champions League tie with Barcelona.The former Galatico was the last man to score a winning goal for Madrid in a cup final, during the 2002 Champions League final – is convinced there’s more to come from the current team.“This is an important trophy because it’s the first trophy in a long time and the club needed it,” the Frenchman, now a special advisor at Madrid, told reporters after the game.“Now it will give us confidence for the games against Barcelona.”View the Original arti...

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Scott Parker Voted 2011 Footballer Of The Year

West Ham United midfielder Scott Parker has been voted the Footballer of the Year for 2011 by the Football Writers’ Association.The former Chelsea and Newcastle United star has stood out for his contributions on the pitch in a season during which his club have struggled against relegation. FWA chairman Steve Bates said : “Scott Parker has been so consistent this season with his performances in a West Ham team battling for Barclays Premier League survival and as such has forced himself back into the England national set-up,”.“He has been an inspirational figure for the Irons and hopefully his professionalism will be rewarded with West Ham staying...

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Juan Agudelo Spectacular Volley Against DC United – Video

New York Red Bulls striker Juan Agudelo scored a spectacular volley in stoppage time against DC United.The 18 year old USA international striker controls a low cross before smashing it pass the DC United goalkeeper.Its definitely one of the most beautiful goals scored in the MLS and it is a clear indication that the talented youngster will be one of the players to watch in the future.However it will be up to the New York Red Bulls to keep hold of the striker.Check it out.View the Original arti...

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Thierry Henry Double Against DC United – Video

Thierry Henry helped himself to a double as the New York Red Bulls moved top of the MLS Western Conference with a 4-0 win at DC United.The former Arsenal and Barcelona striker, who scored his first goal for the club against San Jose last weekend, opened the scoring in the 12th minute and then doubled his side’s lead seven minutes before the interval.Further goals from Joel Lindpere and substitute Juan Agudelo put a seal on the win as United pushed numbers forward in search of a lifeline.Agudelo’s goal, an improvised flick and volley in the one motion, would have impressed team-mate Henry, given its resemblence of his famous strike against Manchester...

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Cesc Fabregas Unhappy With Playing Postiton At Arsenal

Interesting new are out and it has been revealed that Cesc Fabregas has complained being played out of position by Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger.The Daily Mail has revealed that the Arsenal captain suggests in the audio transcript of his infamous interview with Don Balon that he feels Wenger is not playing him in his best position, a point not in the original article.The 23 year old said: “I still think my best position is slightly deeper. I’m better with the game in front of me.“It’s not that I’m uncomfortable playing where I’m playing. I don’t touch the ball so much, but I’ve got the chance to play the final pass more.”View the Original ar...

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Chelsea 3-1 Birmingham City – Match Highlights

Chelsea 3-1 Birmingham City – Match Highlights[ 1 ] April 21, 2011 [Translate]Carlo Ancelotti’s decision to leave out Fernando Torres paid off as Florent Malouda and Salomon Kalou fired Chelsea up to second in the Premier League with a 3-1 home win over Birmingham.The champions beat Birmingham to become Manchester United’s closest challengers, moving to within six points of the leaders and giving themselves a glimmer of hope of retaining their crown.Once again looking far more comfortable in their tried-and-trusted 4-3-3 formation, Malouda and Kalou scored brilliant first-half goals, and the former struck again before Sebastian Larsson netted...

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FC Barcelona 0-1 Real Madrid (Copa del Rey Final) – Video

FC Barcelona 0-1 Real Madrid (Copa del Rey Final) – Video[ 0 ] April 21, 2011 [Translate]Real Madrid needed extra time to beat their arch rivals FC Barcelona 1-0 to win the Copa del Rey.A fantastic header by Cristiano Ronaldo in the 103′ minute was enough to give victory and the prestigious trophy to Real Madrid and Jose Mourinho.A sour defeat for the reigning Spanish champions who were on course for the treble at the start of the match.Real Madrid are now the Copa del Rey champions after 17 years!Full HighlightsView the Original arti...

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AC Milan 2-2 Palermo – Match Highlights

AC Milan 2-2 Palermo – Match Highlights[ 0 ] April 21, 2011 [Translate]Milan’s hopes of a first domestic double suffered a hiccup when they drew 2-2 at home to Palermo in the Coppa Italia semi-final first leg.Milan, six points clear in Serie A, took the lead after four minutes when Zlatan Ibrahimovic turned in a deep Massimo Oddo cross at the far post as the Swede returned in the midst of a three-game league ban.However, Palermo levelled after a beautifully-crafted goal from Argentina playmaker Javier Pastore on 14 minutes and surged ahead when Uruguayan forward Abel Hernandez scored from a tight angle early in the second period.Milan substitute...

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Benfica 1-3 FC Porto – Match Highlights

Porto scored three goals in 10 minutes to beat Benfica 3-1 in a thrilling Portuguese Cup semi-final second leg on Wednesday to book a place in the final on away goals with a 3-3 aggregate score.Benfica had won the first leg 2-0 away at the Dragao Stadium in February but Wednesday’s result condemned them to a second defeat this month by Porto, who also beat them at the Luz Stadium to clinch the league title.The first half on Wednesday was a tame affair with only one chance apiece — a shot sent just wide for Benfica by Oscar Cardozo and an effort by Porto’s Colombia striker Radamel Falcao that keeper Julio Cesar blocked.But the game burst into...

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Arsenal Tracking Udinese Midfielder Gokhan Inler

Premier League giants Arsenal are reportedly tracking Udinese midfielder Gokhan Inler.Udine media sources has confirmed that the London based club are among a chasing pack of clubs for the £8 million-rated Switzerland international.The 26 year old midfielder is a Switzerland teammate of Johan Djourou.Inler was considered by Roy Hodgson as a possible replacement for Javier Mascherano when the midfielder quit Liverpool in the summer, but Arsenal are at the head of the queue.View the Original arti...

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Man Utd Join Race To Sign Crystal Palace Sensation Wilfried Zaha

It has been revealed that Manchester United have joined the race to sign Crystal Palace sensation Wilfried Zaha.The 18 year old striker has already made 41 appearances for the Championship side, since making his debut last season, and has been linked with a move to Liverpool since December.Since then, however, he has broken into the England Under-19s and has now attracted the attention of the Premier League’s top two sides.If Palace are relegated from the Championship, Zaha is expected to be sold, says talkSPORT.View the Original arti...

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Man City In Goalkeeping Crisis After Joe Hart Suffers Injury In Training

Reports are out claiming that Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart has broken down in training.The Daily Mail has revealed that the England international has given Manchester City a late-season injury scare after suffering a back injury in training.It is said that the Eastlands club need Hart to stay fit for the next month as Shay Given’s long-term shoulder injury means that they only have unfancied Stuart Taylor as cover.The 24 year old missed the second half of training at Carrington on Wednesday after his back seized up midway through the session.View the Original arti...

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Copa del Rey Final 2011 – Barcelona v Real Madrid

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