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Juve Beat Milan At San Siro In Coppa Italia

David Wilson — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:46:53 GMT

standard hentry category-ac-milan category-juventus post_box top"> Juve Beat Milan At San Siro In Coppa Italia by David on February 9, 2012 Juventus was simply too good for AC Milan last ni
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SAF Explains Veseli Signing

David Wilson — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:31:25 GMT

SAF Explains Veseli Signing by David on February 10, 2012 Sir Alex Ferguson feels there was no risk attached to signing Manchester City defender Frederic Veseli ten days ago. The deadline-day
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Moratti Denies Capello Reports

David Wilson — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:20:35 GMT

Moratti Denies Capello Reports by David on February 10, 2012 England manager Fabio Capello resigned on Wednesday, angry at a decision by the English Football Association to strip John Terry of
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Ji-Sung Park Happy To Make 200 Appearances For United

David Wilson — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:34:40 GMT

Ji-Sung Park Happy To Make 200 Appearances For United by David on February 8, 2012 When he came on as a substitute against Chelsea in Sunday, it was Ji-Sung Park?s 200th appearance for United,
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Ji-Sung Park Happy To Make 200 Appearances For United

David Wilson — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:35:41 GMT

Inter v Real Madrid In New York This Summer?

David Wilson — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:25:52 GMT

Inter v Real Madrid In New York This Summer? by David on February 8, 2012 Beginning to hear rumblings that Inter will conduct part of its pre-season training in the U.S. this summer. Negotia
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Inter v Real Madrid In New York This Summer?

David Wilson — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:32:20 GMT

Inter v Real Madrid In New York This Summer?

David Wilson — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:26:15 GMT

LIverpool Adds Another Sponsor In 3K Battery

David Wilson — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:11:13 GMT

One of the focuses of the new owners has been to grow the commercial side of the club, and the plan seems to be working as they have signed Thailand's 3K Battery as a new Liverpool FC sponsor. The Ban
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There?s Only One Andy Carroll!!

David Wilson — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:49:49 GMT

Twelve months after joining Liverpool in a shock transfer deadline deal, Andy Carroll scored the match winner as Liverpool beat Wolves 3-0 tonight. Liverpool's win, combined with Chelsea's draw at Swa
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Behind the scenes video from Man United Game

David Wilson — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:45:31 GMT

Liverpool Fc cameras were granted access-all-areas inside the Anfield tunnel for our 2012 FA Cup clash with Manchester Utd. See first hand what happens away from the pitch on a matchday in this must w
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Gerrard and Suarez expected back for Spurs match

David Wilson — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 07:45:30 GMT

Kenny Dalglish today confirmed Steven Gerrard is set to return to the Liverpool squad for Monday's Barclays Premier clash with Tottenham Hotspur. Dalglish told reporters at Melwood: "Steven will be ba
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Different Minds Regarding Thiago Motta?s Departure from Inter

David Wilson — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 07:40:53 GMT

Thiago Motta?s departure from Inter Milan apparently leaves an interesting facts which was revealed by his agent, Alessandro Canovi, stating that there?s actually some conflict of interest going on re
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Honda Keeps Serie A Dreams Alive

David Wilson — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 07:37:23 GMT

Lazio?s main winter target, Keisuke Honda, admitted his disappointment in failing to join the Biancocelesti as the player revealed that Serie A has become his preference compared to other competitions
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Roma v Inter Match Re-scheduled again for Sunday

David Wilson — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 07:34:00 GMT

Another re-scheduling apparently happened again for Serie A match between As Roma against Inter Milan as after only being relocated from 20.45 kick off into 15.00 on Saturday, the Lega Serie A have to
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Fergie Says De Gea will be great? in two or three years

David Wilson — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:13:28 GMT

Sir Alex Ferguson has backed David De Gea ahead of Manchester United?s Sunday showdown with Chelsea, saying that his young Spanish goalkeeper will start to cut out his errors as he matures and accl
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Fergie Says De Gea will be great? in two or three years

David Wilson — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:08:44 GMT

Milito: We Need To Beat Roma

David Wilson — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 06:59:37 GMT

Diego Milito spoke to the Inter channel ahead of this Sunday?s trip to the capital to play Roma and had this to say about a fixture that brings back fond memories with Milito on the score sheet:
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Ranieri: ?Roma v Inter, important for all of us?

David Wilson — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 07:45:04 GMT

?On a personal level it?s always nice to go back to Roma. I was lucky enough to coach them but that?s all in the past and now we have to look ahead. It?s an important match for us, but it is for th
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Roma vs Inter Milan Preview

David Wilson — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 06:44:05 GMT

Roma coach Luis Enrique has urged his side to play without fear in Saturday?s Serie A game against Inter Milan. Enrique expects a drastic improvement from his players after they followed their 1-
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Gators and Vandy Ready for Shootout

David Wilson — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 06:40:00 GMT

The 12th ranked Gators (18-4, 6-1) prepare for their third straight home game Saturday against the No. 25 Vanderbilt Commodores (16-6, 5-2). The Gators are coming off their sixth straight conferenc
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Nike CEO Phil Knight speech at Joe Paterno Memorial 1-26-2012 ? Video

David Wilson — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 07:31:10 GMT

The Chairman of Nike, Phil Knight gives his remarks on the legacy of late Penn State football coach Joe Paterno. He references the current child rape investigation of former PSU assistant Jerry San
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Penn State Lose Mornhinweg Pick Up Evan Schwan

David Wilson — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 06:22:42 GMT

Good news, bad news for Penn State fans on the recruiting trail this weekend. According to various reports,Philadelphia quarterback Skyler Mornhinweg has decided to attend Florida instead of Penn S
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O?Brien Adds Two More To Staff

David Wilson — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 07:15:04 GMT

New Penn State coach Bill O?Brien has added two more staffers in special assistant Jim Bernhardt and director of strength and conditioning Craig Fitzgerald. O?Brien, announced Jan. 7 as Penn Stat
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Not A Good Day For John Terry

David Wilson — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 01:15:40 GMT

This will not go down in the Terry household as one of his better days. For the second time in his career, JT has been stripped of the England captaincy. The English Football Association confirmed t
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Capello said to be furious over Terry sacking

David Wilson — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 02:07:38 GMT

The Daily Mirror is reporting that England manager Fabio Capello is said to be furious over the sacking today of his captain John Terry. According to the report Capello fought for Terry to remain as
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Flamengo Choose Ronaldinho And Sack Luxemburgo

David Wilson — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 02:04:51 GMT

Sack Vanderlei Luxemburgo or part ways with Ronaldinho? That was the choice Flamengo president Patricia Amorim had to make yesterday as she picked the star player over the 59 year old tactician. It
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I have not made Chelsea better says AVB

David Wilson — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 08:28:59 GMT

Andre Villas-Boas accepts he has not improved Chelsea as a team this season, but dismissed suggestions that his former boss Jose Mourinhi could be back at Chelsea next year. Asked if Chelsea were
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John Terry Stripped Of England Captaincy

David Wilson — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 08:19:27 GMT

For the second time, Chelsea?s John Terry has been stripped of the England captaincy. The English Football Association confirmed that Terry was informed of the decision by FA chairman David Bernstein
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John Terry Stripped Of England Captaincy

David Wilson — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 08:11:42 GMT

Official Liverpool Squad For Rest Of Season

David Wilson — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:04:37 GMT

Official Liverpool Squad For Rest Of Season February 2, 2012 By David Leave a Comment With the January transfer window now closed, Liverpool have submitted their playing squad for the remainder o
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Necessary Changes

David Wilson — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:56:33 GMT

standard hentry category-ac-milan category-as-roma category-inter-milan category-napoli category-serie-a post_box"> Necessary Changes by Dewa Nugraha on February 3, 2012 Having already ?los
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Different Minds Regarding Thiago Motta?s Departure from Inter

David Wilson — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:54:52 GMT

standard hentry category-inter-milan category-serie-a post_box top"> Different Minds Regarding Thiago Motta?s Departure from Inter by Dewa Nugraha on February 3, 2012 Thiago Motta?s departu
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Allegri Happy With Either Tevez or Maxi, Not Pushing for Midfield Signings in January

David Wilson — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:09:05 GMT

Ac Milan are setting themselves up for a tough quarter final match against Lazio on Thursday but that?s not all the things currently happening at Milanello at the moment as the press are also curious
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Chelsea Finalizes Squad For Rest Of Season

David Wilson — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:03:28 GMT

With the January transfer window now closed, Chelsea have submitted their playing squad for the remainder of the season to the Premier League. You may register a maximum 25 senior players with an un
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Chelsea?s Future Under Serious Threat

David Wilson — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:58:53 GMT

There will be some very tense nerves in West London this weekend ahead of Chelsea?s super clash with rivals Manchester United at Stamford Bridge this Sunday. A couple of years back, this would have be
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What Next For Bradley?

David Wilson — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:49:58 GMT

I bet Bob Bradley had not anticipated this when he took over as coach of the Pharaohs last year. Needless to say, it is very sad what happened in Egypt earlier this week. A league match pitting riva
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Lindegaard Out For Four Weeks

David Wilson — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:27:33 GMT

Lindegaard Out For Four Weeks by David on February 1, 2012 Not a good day on the injury front as Anders Lindegaard has been ruled out for four weeks, after a scan revealed that he has suffered
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Official Man Utd Squad For Rest Of EPL Season

David Wilson — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:14:14 GMT

Official Man Utd Squad For Rest Of EPL Season by David on February 2, 2012 With the January transfer window now closed, Man United have submitted their playing squad for the remainder of the s
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De Gea to start for United against Chelsea

David Wilson — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:07:57 GMT

De Gea to start for United against Chelsea by David on February 3, 2012 David De Gea has recovered from the illness and injury that kept him out of the midweek win over Stoke and is set to sta
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De Gea to start for United against Chelsea

David Wilson — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:03:47 GMT

Milito Scores Four But Inter Can Only Draw

David Wilson — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:54:08 GMT

Milito Scores Four But Inter Can Only Draw by David on February 2, 2012 It was a great night for Diego Milito as he scored four times, but those were only enough to earn Inter a 4-4 draw at ho
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Moratti Happy With January Transfers

David Wilson — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:35:15 GMT

Moratti Happy With January Transfers by David on February 2, 2012 Inter President Massimo Moratti yesterday answered some questions from the journalists waiting outside the Saras offices about
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Inter Names Its Champions League Squad

David Wilson — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:31:20 GMT

Inter Names Its Champions League Squad by David on February 2, 2012 Inter has submitted the 31 members of its squad for the round of 16 knockout stage next month. The list includes 3 club-trai
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Milan Stunned by Lazio in Rome

David Wilson — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:13:00 GMT

Ac Milan missed out again on the chance to dethrone Juventus in the top of the table and could even fall even more behind after suffering a shock defeat against Lazio in Rome. It was a pretty rar
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Chelsea announce loss of £67.7m

David Wilson — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:07:41 GMT

Chelsea continue to hemorrhage money after announcing a loss of ?67.7million for the financial year ending June 30, 2011. That is only a slight drop decrease from the loss of ?70.9million in 2010,
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Chelsea Announce £67.7m Loss

David Wilson — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:05:12 GMT

Could Guardiola Leave Barcelona?

David Wilson — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:02:23 GMT

According to Gaizka Mendieta , there is a big possibility that Barca coach Pep Guardiola could soon be on his way out of the record breaking club. A lot of uncertainty has arisen over Guardiola?s futu
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Inter sell Motta to PSG as transfer window closes

David Wilson — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:15:15 GMT

Inter sell Motta to PSG as transfer window closes by David on February 1, 2012 Inter Milan were the busiest team on transfer deadline as they brought in three players and let two leave. In
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Ranieri And Sneijder At Odds With Each Other

David Wilson — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:08:03 GMT

Ranieri And Sneijder At Odds With Each Other by David on February 1, 2012 There is an interesting battle going on at Inter at the moment between the manager Claudio Ranieri and Inter?s best
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United In Talks With Pogba Over New Deal

David Wilson — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:38:43 GMT

United In Talks With Pogba Over New Deal by David on February 1, 2012 Paul Pogba made an impressive Premier League debut for United last night against Stoke and Sir Alex Ferguson is hoping tha
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Lindegaard Out For Four Weeks

David Wilson — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:35:44 GMT

United Sell Ravel Morrison To West Ham

David Wilson — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:51:01 GMT

United Sell Ravel Morrison To West Ham by David on February 1, 2012 United have rid themselves of someone who has been called the best player to come through the United academy in a generation
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United Sign Frederic Veseli From Man City

David Wilson — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:48:21 GMT

United Sign Frederic Veseli From Man City by David on February 1, 2012 Major surprise at the transfer deadline as United signed 19-year-old Swiss centre-back Frederic Veseli from Manchester Ci
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United Sign Frederic Veseli From Man City

David Wilson — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:47:06 GMT

AC Milan v Juventus In Coppa Italia Semi-FInal

David Wilson — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:50:15 GMT

standard hentry category-serie-a post_box"> AC Milan v Juventus In Coppa Italia Semi-FInal by David on January 30, 2012 They have been the two best teams in Italy all season, and AC Milan a
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AC Milan v Juventus In Coppa Italia Semi-FInal

David Wilson — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:48:07 GMT

AC Milan v Juventus In Coppa Italia Semi-FInal

David Wilson — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:36:43 GMT

AC Milan v Juventus In Coppa Italia Semi-FInal

David Wilson — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:37:19 GMT

Blow For AC Milan As Merkel Out For Up To Two Months

David Wilson — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:33:47 GMT

standard hentry category-ac-milan post_box top"> Blow For AC Milan As Merkel Out For Up To Two Months by David on January 30, 2012 AC Milan midfielder Alexander Merkel will be out of action
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Michael Owen sticks up for David De Gea

David Wilson — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:10:32 GMT

Michael Owen sticks up for David De Gea by David on January 30, 2012 Michael Owen has came to the defence of team-mate David De Gea after the United keeper was heavily criticised for his perfo
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Inter Close To Signing Fredy Guarin From Porto

David Wilson — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:26:45 GMT

Rio Expected Back Against Stoke by David on January 30, 2012 Looks like Rio Ferdinand will be back in the United line-up for tomorrow?s Premier League encounter with Stoke. Ferdinand was on
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Milan Continue Chase on Juve After Victory Over Cagliari

David Wilson — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:02:33 GMT

Ac Milan keeps the pace with Juventus in the second seat of Serie A after succesfully trashing Cagliari 3-0 at home with goals coming from Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Antonio Nocerino and a rare one by Mass
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Terry To Miss Swansea Game

David Wilson — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 10:55:11 GMT

Chelsea captain John Terry will miss the club?s Premier League clash with Swansea City because of a knee injury he picked up earlier this month against Portsmouth. Terry has been struggling with s
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Chelsea Sign Kevin De Bruyne From Genk For £6.7 Million

David Wilson — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 10:51:20 GMT

Chelsea have completed the signing of 20 year old Kevin De Bruyne from Belgian side FC Genk. A 5 year, ?6.7 million deal has been agreed by both parties after which Bruyne will be loaned back to Genk
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Chelsea Sign Kevin De Bruyne From Genk For £6.7 Million

David Wilson — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 10:42:31 GMT

Luca Toni Leaves Juventus For Al Nasr

David Wilson — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 11:30:50 GMT

I stumbled across this story when catching up on all the latest football news and thought i would highlight here not because it is one of the biggest transfer stories on this last day of the transfer
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Ranieri: ?We must play without sentiment?

David Wilson — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:36:57 GMT

Ranieri: ?We must play without sentiment? by David on January 29, 2012 Here are some more comments from Claudio Ranieri?s press conference ahead of Sunday?s match against Lecce: ?We must go
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Merkel Confirmed to be Out for Two Months

David Wilson — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:59:17 GMT

After doing much more intesive medical check up, Ac Milan finally announced the bad news regarding Alexander Merkel?s injury status as the Scudetto holder confirmed on their official site that the G
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What?s Going On With The Deal For Kevin De Bruyne?

David Wilson — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:55:47 GMT

Fascinating throw-away comment by Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas at his press conference on Friday when he said that Chelsea?s interest in signing Genk midfielder Kevin de Bruyne is down to ?club po
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Transfer Window Surprises

David Wilson — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:49:08 GMT

With just a day left in the transfer window, the normal last minute rush that has been so common in past years looks non existent with many clubs choosing to remain very quite in this January. Carlo
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Bundesliga Title Race Wide Open

David Wilson — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:45:13 GMT

The race for the Bundesliga title is getting very interesting with each passing week as Bayern Muinch, Borussia Dortmund and Schalke all notched up wins to ensure that there was no let up in the leagu
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Man City Turned Down Carroll For Tevez Deal

David Wilson — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 12:03:02 GMT

Man City Turned Down Carroll For Tevez Deal According to the Daily Mirror on Sunday, Manchester City have rejected an offer from ?Liverpool to swap Carlos Tevez for Andy Carroll. According to the ex
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Allegri Content With Maxi Lopez?s Arrival

David Wilson — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 10:27:29 GMT

Ac Milan?s coach, Massimiliano Allegri confessed to the press ahead of Ac Milan?s match against Cagliari on Sunday that missig on Carlos Tevez this winter brings a bit of disappointment for him but
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Chelsea Advance In FA Cup

David Wilson — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 10:21:29 GMT

In a hostile atmosphere, devoid of the usual pre-match handshake, John Terry and Chelsea silenced the QPR fans as they won 1-0 to progress to the last sixteen of the FA Cup. With Man United and Newc
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January Transfers

David Wilson — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 11:16:32 GMT

The January 2011 transfer window was a blockbuster one as Premier League teams spent over ?210 MILLION on transfers. Amongst the big spenders were Chelsea (David Luiz ?21.4m, Fernando Torres ?50m), Li
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Newcastle And Man United Both Out Of The FA Cup

David Wilson — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 10:15:41 GMT

Goals from Daniel Agger and Dirk Kuyt saw Liverpool get revenge for last season?s FA Cup at Old Trafford as they beat Manchester United 2-1 at Anfield. Elsewhere Chelsea beat QPR and Newcastle were sh
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Milan Advanced in Italian Cup After Beating Lazio at San Siro

David Wilson — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 08:59:20 GMT

Ac Milan prove their promises in giving their best in the Copa Italia after successfully hitting Lazio 3-1 at San Siro with goals from Robinho, Clarence Seedorf and also Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The v
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Milan Advanced in Italian Cup After Beating Lazio at San Siro

David Wilson — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 10:08:45 GMT

Chelsea team news for QPR game ? Video

David Wilson — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 08:52:27 GMT

Andre Villas-Boas talks to the press ahead of the FA Cup game against Queens Park Rangers at Loftus Road.Permanent link to this post (20 words, estimated 5 secs reading time)

Jack Wilshere Breaks Down In Training

David Wilson — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 08:47:07 GMT

Stop me if you have had heard this story before. An Arsenal players original injury is misdiagnosed and during his rehab, he gets injured again. This scenario almost cost Thomas Vermaelen all of last
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Tevez?s Agent Says He Is Staying At Man City

David Wilson — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 08:44:58 GMT

Carlos Tevez?s advisor, Kia Joorabchian is quoted in the English newspapers as saying that Tevez will not be sold in the January transfer window: ?We?ve been in negotiations with three big clubs bu
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Ranieri rages at referee after Napoli defeat

David Wilson — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 00:27:33 GMT

Ranieri rages at referee after Napoli defeat by David on January 26, 2012 Claudio Ranieri believes that Inter should have been awarded a penalty in their 2-0 defeat by Napoli at the Stadio San
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NextGen: Super Inter Into Semi-Finals

David Wilson — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 00:18:12 GMT

standard hentry category-news post_box top"> NextGen: Super Inter Into Semi-Finals by David on January 26, 2012 Another sign that the future of Inter is very bright is that Inter?sU-19s are
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Gerrard: We will respect Cardiff

David Wilson — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:58:33 GMT

Gerrard: We will respect Cardiff Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard is looking forward to leading out the side at Wembley for the first time but has cautioned against complacency and he insists the np
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Charlie Adam and Ray Houghton on Liverpool vs Manchester United ? Video

David Wilson — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:47:23 GMT

Charlie Adam and Ray Houghton on Liverpool vs Manchester United ? Video FATV talks to Liverpool pass master Charlie Adam and former Irish Liverpool legend Ray Houghton. The Scot talks about the amaz
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Dirk Kuyt desperate to win first trophy with Liverpool

David Wilson — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:35:48 GMT

Dirk Kuyt desperate to win first trophy with Liverpool Dirk Kuyt is determined to fulfil his ambition of winning a trophy with Liverpool after reaching the Carling Cup final. It will be Liverpool'e
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De Rossi to Extend With a Special Buy Out Clause?

David Wilson — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:20:40 GMT

standard hentry category-as-roma category-serie-a post_box top"> De Rossi to Extend With a Special Buy Out Clause? by Dewa Nugraha on January 26, 2012 Interesting development regarding Dani
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Brave Merkel Faces Injury Scares

David Wilson — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:18:53 GMT

Worrying news arrives again for Ac Milan as during their Italian Cup glory against Lazio, one of their midfielder, Alexander Merkel, was forced out due to a knee injury and should his problem is a s
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Chelsea Drop Two Big Points At Norwich

David Wilson — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:16:12 GMT

Massively disappointing draw for Chelsea at Norwich today. The 0-0 draw was the first time that Norwich has kept a clean sheet this season, and that tells you everything you need to know about Chels
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Redknapp Makes Shocking Court Revelation

David Wilson — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:09:21 GMT

As you probably know, Tottenham coach Harry Redknapp is currently been investigated for tax evasion offenses committed over 3 years ago and things got interesting yesterday when in tape recordings pre
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Bayern Anger Fans With Marketing Stunt

David Wilson — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:07:41 GMT

Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich angered their supporters yesterday with news that they would be making a spectacular signing before the transfer window closed only for the fans to later find out that
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Milan?s Decisive Friday

David Wilson — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:22:12 GMT

After causing lots of media attention in the last few weeks, finally the clarity regarding Carlos Tevez deal along with Maxi Lopez with Ac Milan will get an answer on Friday after the Rossoneri?s patr
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Milan?s Decisive Friday

David Wilson — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:17:15 GMT

Milan?s Decisive Friday

David Wilson — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:13:29 GMT

A Handshake Will Do

David Wilson — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:12:30 GMT

Chelsea?s up coming FA Cup tie against Queens Par Rangers will be the first meeting for both John Terry and Anton Ferdinand since claims that Terry racially abused Ferdinand surfaced last October.
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Wenger on Madrid?s Coaching Shortlist

David Wilson — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:05:52 GMT

Very interesting reports emerging that are linking Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger with Mourinho?s job at Real Madrid. Though very flattering the possibilities of Wenger leaving Arsenal any time soon ar
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Favourites Senegal Knocked Out By EQ Guinea

David Wilson — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:58:05 GMT

This was one result i was not expecting, however one i totally agree with. Right from the start of the tournament and even through out the Qualifying period, the Lions of Teranga had established thems
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Ridiculous NBA Contracts

David Wilson — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:47:02 GMT

Russell Westbrook received a new five-year, $78 million contract less than a week ago. Kevin Love was just given a four-year deal worth in excess of $60 million. While it?s up for debate if thos
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Nani Could Be Out For Weeks With Ankle Injury

David Wilson — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:40:23 GMT

standard hentry category-man-united post_box top"> Nani Could Be Out For Weeks With Ankle Injury by David on January 26, 2012 United fear that Nani could be out for several weeks with the f
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Inter Say No To Tevez Deal

David Wilson — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:36:46 GMT

Inter Say No To Tevez Deal by David on January 25, 2012 Inter have pulled out of the Carlos Tevez sweepstakes, seemingly paving the way for Tevez to go to AC Milan. It seems that the return
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Were Going To Wembley!!

David Wilson — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:27:41 GMT

Were Going To Wembley!! An absolutely brilliant performance by Liverpool as they draw 2-2 with Manchester City tonight, winning 3-2 on aggregate and advancing to Wembley where they will play Cardiff
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Were Going To Wembley!!

David Wilson — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:22:00 GMT

Were Going To Wembley!!

David Wilson — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:20:59 GMT

Gerrard Hails Liverpool Hero Bellamy

David Wilson — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:20:34 GMT

Gerrard Hails Liverpool Hero Bellamy Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard led the celebrations as his side ended a near six-year wait to qualify for a major domestic final. The Reds booked their place i
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Milan Dominate Oscar Del Calcio Awards

David Wilson — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:04:16 GMT

Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Thiago Silva, Massimiliano Allegri, Kevin Prince Boateng and also Stephan El Shaarawy all representing Ac Milan in receiving prizes at the 15th edition of the annual Oscar del Ca
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Chelsea bid for Willian turned down

David Wilson — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:03:21 GMT

Shakhtar Donetsk claim they have rejected a ?16.6million bid from Chelsea for Brazilian playmaker Willian. Shakhtar have now told Sky Sports News they have rejected one offer in the region of 20mi
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Chelsea bid for Willian turned down

David Wilson — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:02:20 GMT

A Handshake Will Do

David Wilson — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:54:38 GMT

Chelsea?s up coming against Queens Par Rangers will be the first meeting for both John Terry and Anton Ferdinand since claims that Terry racially abused Ferdinand surfaced last October. And accordin
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AFCON Round 1 Winners And Losers

David Wilson — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:50:31 GMT

Yesterday?s Group D action between Ghana and Botswana and Guinea and Mali capped the end of the first round of fixtures in the Orange African Cup of Nations. Both Ghana and Mali scooped points each af
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Lucas Back At Melwood

David Wilson — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:06:07 GMT

Lucas Back At Melwood A welcome sight at Melwood today as Lucas is back at Liverpool to continue his rehabilitation from the surgery on the anterior cruciate ligament. Lucas told Liverpoolfc.tv: "I
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Lampard To PSG?

David Wilson — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:07:27 GMT

According to Talk Sport, Paris St Germain have made a sensational move to sign Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard. Lamps has 18 months left on his current Stamford Bridge deal and has been linked fo
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Milan Booked Maxi Lopez While Awaits for Tevez

David Wilson — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:06:47 GMT

The recent injury that occurred to Alexandre Pato has pretty much ensured Ac Milan?s decision in grabbing another striker this January and the latest report confirmed that they already ?booked? Cata
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Tevez Issues Come Get Me Plea

David Wilson — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:55:58 GMT

Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez has issued a come get me plea to Italian champions AC Milan. With time running out in the transfer window, the Argentine international is keen on getting his caree
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Lampard To PSG?

David Wilson — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:07:27 GMT

Van Persie Denies Rifts With Wenger

David Wilson — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:06:28 GMT

I?d hate to be Anrei Arshavin right now. Not even his own players have confidence in him. But then again, with consistent lackluster performances, you really can?t blame both the players and the fans
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Top Goals of the Week

David Wilson — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 04:21:07 GMT

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Manchester 2 London 0

David Wilson — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 03:46:12 GMT

In the big two Sunday games in the Premier League, both Manchester City and Manchester United dealt big blows to North London rivals Spurs and Arsenal. In the first game, Man City won a thrilling co
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Pato Out Again for 3-4 Weeks

David Wilson — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 03:12:38 GMT

Another common yet annoying news arrives again for Ac Milan fans as their fear regarding Alexandre Pato?s fitness issue pretty much coming again after the Brazilian youngster is being sentenced to t
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AVB Rues Missed Chances

David Wilson — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 02:59:55 GMT

Andre Villas-Boas admitted his team could be left counting the cost of failing to beat Norwich after their goalless draw on Saturday. The Blues were unable to fully capitalise on their chance to c
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Manchester 2 North London 0

David Wilson — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 02:52:43 GMT

Now Anzhi Makhachkala Linked With Move For Berbatov

David Wilson — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 06:38:05 GMT

Lots of rumors floating around that Dimitar Berbatov is wanted by mega-rich Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala. I wrote a couple of days ago that Berbatov was in Germany talking to Bayer Leverkusen a
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Carragher accepts less playing time

David Wilson — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 06:12:44 GMT

Jamie Carragher says he accepts that he is no longer a first-team regular at Liverpool. Carragher has slipped behind Daniel Agger and Martin Skrtel and has been on the bench for most of Liverpool's
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Liverpool Close To Signing Joao Carlos Teixeira

David Wilson — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 06:09:53 GMT

Liverpool Close To Signing Joao Carlos Teixeira Various newspapers are reporting that Liverpool areclose to signing Sporting Lisbon's playmakerJoao Carlos Teixeira for around ?850,000. The 19-year-o
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Sculli Set for Genoa Return

David Wilson — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 06:03:16 GMT

Despite being pretty helpful for Lazio in plenty matches, Giuseppe Sculli looks set for a return to Genoa this winter, as it was confirmed by the Biancocelesti?s director of Sport, Igli Tare. Spea
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Amauri Set Heart On Fiorentina

David Wilson — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 05:56:48 GMT

Being linked with a move to several clubs already this winter, Juventus? unwanted striker, Carvalho Amauri, apparently already set his mind in playing for Fiorentina for the remaining of the season.
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View From The Stands: Knicks v Suns

David Wilson — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 05:44:44 GMT

I am in New York for a conference and saw that the Knicks was playing the Suns tonight at Madison Square Garden. I had never been to MSG before, so I could pass up the opportunity to see the famous
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Ranieri Leading Inter Back Into The Title Race

David Wilson — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 05:31:28 GMT

Sunday?s win over AC Milan not only propelled Inter back into the title race, but it also an important milestone for Claudio Ranieri as it was the firs time in 16 years that an Inter coach won the M
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Man City Turn Down Tevez Bid ? What Does Inter Do Now?

David Wilson — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:17:37 GMT

Man City Turn Down Tevez Bid ? What Does Inter Do Now? by David on January 18, 2012 According to reports in the British newspapers, Manchester City have rejected Inter?s ?21million bid for Car
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Cole Wants To Make Move To Lille Permanent

David Wilson — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:39:02 GMT

Cole Wants To Make Move To Lille Permanent Joe Cole's Lille team-mate Rio Mavuba claims the Liverpool midfielder is keen to join the Ligue 1 club permanently. Cole has revived his career since joini
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Napoli Held by Bologna at San Paolo

David Wilson — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:32:57 GMT

Napoli failed to maintain their winning streak in week 18 after they stumble into a 1-1 draw against Bologna at San Paolo, there?s was even controversy around the home team?s goal which comes from E
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Emiliano Viviano Heading To Palermo

David Wilson — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:22:11 GMT

Emiliano Viviano Heading To Palermo by David on January 17, 2012 Emiliano Viviano says he is delighted with his move from Inter Milan to Palermo and is eager to play again after a long injury
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Cash Crunch Or Solid Financial Planning?

David Wilson — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:26:31 GMT

Interesting article in the People on Sunday which suggested that United are now having trouble getting Danny Welbeck to agree to a new deal, as well as the well documented problems signing Pogba and
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Is Martin Caceres The Replacement For Maicon?

David Wilson — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 06:15:15 GMT

La Gazzetta dello Sport is reporting that Inter are lining up Sevilla defender Martin Caceres as a potential replacement for Maicon. Maicon is said to be high on the wish list of well-funded Paris
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Liverpool To Make £10m Bid For Defoe

David Wilson — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 05:29:01 GMT

Liverpool To Make ?10m Bid For Defoe The Mirror is reporting that Liverpool are lining up a ?10m bid for Spurs striker for Jermain Defoe. Liverpool desperately need a goal scorer if they are to get
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What About Moussa Sow?

David Wilson — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 05:12:05 GMT

What About Moussa Sow? Lille striker Moussa Sow has told Sky Sports that Liverpool would be a dream club to play for. "I am at Lille now but as we all know I want to play in England one day," he tol
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Gerrard Signs New Liverpool Deal

David Wilson — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 04:45:31 GMT

Liverpool have announced that Steven Gerrard has signed a three year contract extension. "I'm very happy," Gerrard said today. "It's a very proud day for myself and my family. It comes on the back of
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Inter Eying Cerci, Welcomes Sneijder Boost for the Derby

David Wilson — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 12:17:55 GMT

Not only eying to ?steal? Carlos Tevez from Ac Milan?s grasp, Inter Milan reportedly are also pondering their chance in acquiring Fiorentina?s talented winger, Alessio Cerci, who doesn?t seem to be
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Chicharito Wants His Starting Job Back

David Wilson — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:08:02 GMT

Javier ?Chicharito? Hernandez says he knows that he will have to continue to work on his game to ensure he does not disappear from the scene at Manchester United. After a brilliant first season at
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Could Inter Steal Tevez From Milan?

David Wilson — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 04:17:11 GMT

Could Inter Steal Tevez From Milan? by David on January 10, 2012 With all eyes focused on this weekend?s massive Milan derby, there is also a very interesting battle going on behind the scenes
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Bellamy Excited About Upcoming Cup Ties

David Wilson — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 03:20:55 GMT

Bellamy Excited About Upcoming Cup Ties Craig Bellamy said that the prospect of playing in Liverpool's cup triple-header against the two Manchester sides is just why he made a summer return to Anfie
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Gerrard and Bellamy set for Carling Cup Semi-Final

David Wilson — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 03:12:59 GMT

Gerrard and Bellamy set for Carling Cup Semi-Final Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish is likely to revert to his strongest line-up to face Manchester City in the first leg of their Carling Cup semi-f
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De Rossi?s Future Still Uncertain As Roma Submitted Their Final Offer

David Wilson — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 02:30:53 GMT

standard hentry category-as-roma category-serie-a tag-daniele-de-rossi post_box top"> De Rossi?s Future Still Uncertain As Roma Submitted Their Final Offer by Dewa Nugraha on January 10, 2012
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Rooney Responds To Mancini?s Red Card Claim

David Wilson — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 04:54:12 GMT

Rooney Responds To Mancini?s Red Card Claim by David on January 9, 2012 Wayne Rooney has dismissed Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini?s claim that he influenced the sending off of Vincent
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SAF Honoured By FIFA

David Wilson — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 04:49:10 GMT

SAF Honoured By FIFA by David on January 9, 2012 Sir Alex Ferguson has been given the FIFA presidential award for services to football. The United manager was presented with the award by FIFA
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Pazzini: ?Milito and I both on the score sheet??

David Wilson — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 04:41:18 GMT

Pazzini: ?Milito and I both on the score sheet?? by David on January 8, 2012 ?They said Milito and I couldn?t play together? Whenever I?ve been asked in interviews I?ve always said that Diego
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Inter To Send Luc Castaignos Out On Loan

David Wilson — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 04:35:13 GMT

Lots of rumors in the UK that Inter are offering Luc Castaignos to Premier League clubs on loan until the end of season. Castaignos is only 19, and needs to play on a regular basis, which is somet
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Liverpool release statement apologising to Tom Adeyemi

David Wilson — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 03:49:12 GMT

Liverpool release statement apologising to Tom Adeyemi Classy move by Liverpool to today issue a statement apologising to Tom Adeyemi for the alleged racial abuse that he received at Anfield on Frid
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Zanetti: ?We answered our critics on the pitch?

David Wilson — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 03:31:46 GMT

Javier Zanetti believes that Inters 5-0 thumping of Parma was the perfect response to critics who have been questioning their form this season. ?We?re happy because we?ve started the year on the
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Liverpool v Man United in FA Cup

David Wilson — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 03:04:54 GMT

Liverpool v Man United in FA Cup The FA Cup threw up a tasty fourth round meeting between Liverpool and Man United at Anfieldtoday. The tie will be played the weekend of 28/29 January. This is the 1
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Liverpool v Oldham FA Cup Match ? Official Highlights and Goals

David Wilson — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 02:58:51 GMT

Liverpool v Oldham FA Cup Match ? Official Highlights and Goals On case you missed it over the weekend, here are the goals from Liverpool's third round tie with Oldham on Friday night: ? [Read More.
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Top Three Remains Unchanged in Serie A

David Wilson — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 02:41:16 GMT

The top three teams in Serie A, Ac Milan, Juventus and Udinese continue their excellent form in the new year as those three picked up victory against their opponents, keeping things tight at the top
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Top Three Remains Unchanged in Serie A

David Wilson — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 02:40:15 GMT

Police arrest man over alleged abuse of Adeyemi

David Wilson — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 12:15:44 GMT

Police arrest man over alleged abuse of Adeyemi A 20-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence after Oldham footballer Tom Adeyemi was allegedly abuse
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Inter Thrash Parma 5-0 And Close Gap On Top Three

David Wilson — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 12:08:04 GMT

Football returned to Italy on Saturday and there were goals galore as Inter Milan hit five against Parma and Siena stunned ten-man Lazio with four unanswered goals. Inter moved to within a point o
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Is United Willing To Sell Rooney?

David Wilson — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 13:23:17 GMT

That is the question that James Lawton asked in the Independent on Saturday, and he believes that Sir Alex is willing to listen to offers for United?s best player. Lawton, who is one of England?s
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United Deny Wayne Rooney Exit Rumours

David Wilson — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 13:19:03 GMT

Manchester United have denied newspaper reports that Wayne Rooney is to be sold in the January transfer window. I wrote earlier about the story by Matt Lawton is Saturday?s Independent in which he
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Inter names squad for parma Match

David Wilson — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 13:13:45 GMT

Inter names squad for parma Match ? Sneijder and Forlan Rested For Derby by David on January 6, 2012 Claudio Ranieri has named 20 Nerazzurri in the squad for Inter?s first match of 2012 at hom
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Liverpool Take First Step Towards Wembley With FA Cup Win

David Wilson — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 12:16:10 GMT

Liverpool Take First Step Towards Wembley With FA Cup Win Yes the 5-1 score flatters Liverpool a little, but after struggling for goals all season,m Liverpool were due a game where shots an deflecti
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Branca: Says No Sneijder Discussions With Man City

David Wilson — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 12:10:57 GMT

Branca: Says No Sneijder Discussions With Man City by David on January 6, 2012 Inter Milan sporting director Marco Branca has bristled at suggestions that they are negotiating with Manchester
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Ranieri Says Nobody Is Looking Past Parma

David Wilson — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 12:04:29 GMT

With the Milan derby looming next week, Claudio Ranieri reinforced at his weekly press conference that Inter are not taking Parma lightly: ?Parma beat Napoli and Udinese, so we?ll need to approac
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Fergie Refuses To Panic

David Wilson — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:58:59 GMT

Sir Alex Ferguson insists Manchester United won?t panic after back-to-back defeats enabled Manchester City to regain a clear lead on points in the Barclays Premier League. ?It?s advantage to them
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Frank Lampard To Chelsea?

David Wilson — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:54:31 GMT

Yes is is a strange idea, but the Daily Mail is reporting that United are interested in the put of favour Chelsea star and that he is willing to consider what would be a shocking move to Old Traffor
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Liverpool v Oldham Preview ? Video

David Wilson — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:03:41 GMT

Liverpool v Oldham Preview ? Video Chris Taylor and Paul Dickov talk about the magic of the FA Cup and Friday's trip to Anfield: ? [Read More...]

Dalglish On His Side For Oldham Match

David Wilson — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:59:40 GMT

Dalglish On His Side For Oldham Match Kenny Dalglish is set to ring in the changes and give many of his squad players playing time on Friday night when Oldham visit Anfield for the FA Cup third roun
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McManaman Says That Gerrard Will Lift Carroll

David Wilson — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:58:12 GMT

McManaman Says That Gerrard Will Lift Carroll Former Liverpool star Steve McManaman believes that the return to fitness of Steven Gerrard will set struggling striker Andy Carroll on the path to beco
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Macheda Unhappy Already

David Wilson — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:53:25 GMT

The Sun is reporting that Federico Macheda is set to have a summer showdown with Alex Ferguson over his Manchester United future. Macheda, who has made just five Premier League starts for United i
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Sneijder: ?I?m staying at Inter until the summer?

David Wilson — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:46:40 GMT

Good news for Inter fans in that Wesley Sneijder has cooled talk of a move away from the club this January, saying he is ?90 per cent certain? to stay with Inter until the summer at least. Sneijd
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Caldirola joins Brescia on loan

David Wilson — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:42:30 GMT

Caldirola joins Brescia on loan by David on January 5, 2012 One transfer story to report as Inter have sent Luca Caldirola on loan to Serie B side Brescia until the end of the season. The 2
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Prandelli Opens Azzurri Spot for Borriello

David Wilson — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 10:32:15 GMT

Marco Borriello?s slight hope in getting a call up for the Euro 2012 after his move to Juventus simply rises again after the Azzurri?s tactician, Cesare Prandelli, promised that he will give an atte
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Roma Consider Amauri

David Wilson — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 09:55:12 GMT

Being transfer listed by his club, Juventus, and hasn?t been given playing time since the start of new season, didn?t shut down clubs? interest on Carvalho Amauri as after the likes of Fiorentina, P
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Roma Consider Amauri

David Wilson — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 09:54:10 GMT

German Denis Awaits Milan, Plays Down Duel With Ibrahimovic

David Wilson — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 09:51:05 GMT

Atalanta?s weekend match-up against Ac Milan is also being noted by the press as a duel between two current Serie A top forwards, German Denis against Zlatan Ibrahimovic, as both are the top two sco
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Prandelli Opens Azzurri Spot for Borriello

David Wilson — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 09:34:48 GMT

Lugano-Roma Link Shut Down by Agent

David Wilson — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 09:29:19 GMT

As Roma fans? hope in seeing Diego Lugano arrived at Olympico this winter looks to be nothing more than a dream especially after the player?s agent, Alessandro Lucci, revealed that his client will n
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Macheda Sent To QPR On Loan

David Wilson — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:13:06 GMT

I like this. Federico Macheda has joined Queens Park Rangers on loan until the end of the season. Macheda has only made six first-team appearances for United this season, so sending him out on loa
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David De Gea: Mistakes are part of the game

David Wilson — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:10:22 GMT

Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea has no intention of letting his mistakes bother him. The Spain Under-21 star is in the spotlight after his mistake against Blackburn that cost United at
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United Targeting Benfica Winger

David Wilson — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 23:05:57 GMT

Not an area that I believe that United need to strengthen, but the club is being linked with Benfica winger Nicolas Gaitan has says he is flattered by the interest shown in him by United and thinks
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Marco Branca Heading To England To Talk About Tevez

David Wilson — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:14:31 GMT

According to Corriere Dello Sport, Inter Milan?s sporting director Marco Branca is in London today to meet with Manchester City?s Brian Marwood to discuss a deal for Carlos Tevez. Inter are report
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Liverpool Lack Cutting Edge In Loss To Man City

David Wilson — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:31:17 GMT

Liverpool Lack Cutting Edge In Loss To Man City Poor performance by Liverpool tonight. They had a lot of possession, but were missing that extra bit of class in the final third and lost 3-0 to Man C
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Inter Players Out Of Contract At End Of Season

David Wilson — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:22:15 GMT

Inter have six players who are out of contract at the end of the season. Castellazzi has played well in place of Julio Cesar while Walter Samuel can still play at the top level. Who would you sign:
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Juve Sign Roma Striker Borriello On Loan

David Wilson — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:17:52 GMT

Serie A co-leaders Juventus have signed Marco Borriello on loan from AS Roma until the end of the season and have the option to make the move permanent in the summer for around ?8m. The 29-year-ol
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Juve Sign Roma Striker Borriello On Loan

David Wilson — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:17:01 GMT

Juve Sign Roma Striker Borriello On Loan

David Wilson — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:15:17 GMT

Juve Sign Roma Striker Borriello On Loan

David Wilson — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:13:03 GMT

Marco Borriello Delighted With Juventus Chance

David Wilson — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 12:09:30 GMT

Having already completing his anticipated loan move to Juventus earlier this week, Marco Borriello, cant hide his excitement and expectation with his new club as the player believes that the Biancon
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Liverpool Accept Suarez Ban

David Wilson — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 11:41:05 GMT

Liverpool Accept Suarez Ban Liverpool have given into reason and decided not to appeal Luis Suarez's eight-match ban for racially abusing Manchester United's Patrice Evra. Having assessed the findin
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Aquilani Plays Down Pato-Allegri ?Problems?

David Wilson — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 04:56:50 GMT

Alexandre Pato?s comment about not having a close relationship with his coach, Massimiliano Allegri, has ignited rumors about Alexandre Pato?s potential departure from Ac Milan, which was immediatel
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Oriol Romeu?s Agent Hints Of Barcelona Return

David Wilson — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 04:51:35 GMT

The whole Oriol Romeu deal is getting more and more confusing by the day. When Chelsea signed Romeu from Barcelona for ?5million, there were lots of rumors that Barcelona had inserted a buyback cl
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Gary Cahill?s move to Chelsea stumbles

David Wilson — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 04:34:38 GMT

The defender had been set to move to Chelsea for a fee rumoured to be around the ?7 million mark. Complications began when personal terms were discussed. It appears that Gary Cahill?s representatives
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Highlights From Today?s Press Conferences ? Video

David Wilson — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 03:47:17 GMT

The day before a match is the media?s time to meet with players and managers to ask questions and talk about team news. For most reporters this is their only opportunity to ask the manager a questio
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Luka Modric suggests he might leave Spurs

David Wilson — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 03:59:01 GMT

Luka Modric, perhaps the stand out performer of this English Premier League season so far, has said he might leave Tottenham during the January transfer window, although he is more likely to reconside
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Boateng Confident Over Milan?s Chances Against Arsenal

David Wilson — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 03:22:05 GMT

Having a rather poor record against English teams in their latest Champions League encounters doesn?t seem to bring down Ac Milan?s midfielder, Kevin Prince Boateng?s confidence over his team?s chan
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Will Hulk Replace Drogba At Chelsea?

David Wilson — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 03:16:41 GMT

The agent for Porto?s center-forward Hulk has been batting his eyes at Chelsea, saying how much his client would love to move to Stamford Bridge. Theodoro Fonseca told Portuguese radio stationTSF:
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Fonseca: Hulk Open To Chelsea Move

David Wilson — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 03:06:23 GMT

FC Porto forward Hulk has once again been linked with a move to London club Chelsea. However with Kaka and Krasic in the market, his chances of joining the Blues are getting slimmer and slimmer everyd
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Pato in PSG Link, Inzaghi Heading to La Liga?

David Wilson — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 04:29:13 GMT

Rumors attack in football this days are arriving with such a frightening pace as just shortly after Ac Milan?s Alexandre Pato stated that his relationship with the club?s current coach, Massimiliano
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Chinese Side To Offer Drogba £350,000 a week

David Wilson — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 04:23:39 GMT

If the reports in the Daily Mail are true, then Didier Drogba will be joining Nicolas Anelka in China next season. The Daily Mail is reporting that Dalian Aerbin have offered Drogba a three-year d
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Malouda Considering to Leave Chelsea

David Wilson — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 04:18:59 GMT

Not having the amount of playing time which he would?ve wanted apparently bring a little disappointment for Chelsea?s Florent Malouda, who revealed that he still have strong desire to have a much more
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Will Thierry Henry help Arsenal?s cause?

David Wilson — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 04:15:43 GMT

Arsene Wenger has recently attested to Thierry Henry?s greatness. Arsene Wenger has suggested the old hero could even be a top player right now, even at 34 years of age, in the English Premiership. No
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Thiago Silva Eager for Milan Captaincy

David Wilson — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 14:04:17 GMT

Ac Milan?s star defender, Thiago Silva, revealed another personal ambition in the new year, which is becoming a firm candidate for the club?s captaincy as his feeling hooked with the armband after e
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Arsenal Held by 10 Men Wolves at Emirates

David Wilson — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 13:50:38 GMT

Arsenal?s ambition to improve position in the league was halted again as the Gunners only picked up one point from their home game against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Tuesday. A quick goal by Gervinh
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Madrid Prepared To Sell Kaka For £22 Million

David Wilson — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 12:44:30 GMT

In a couple of days, the winter transfer window will open amid a flurry of activity. With most clubs seeking to strengthen their squads for the remaining half of the season, a few will be looking to o
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Van Bommel Denies January Exit Rumors

David Wilson — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:38:23 GMT

Mark Van Bommel slammed previous rumors stating that he is planning to move away from Ac Milan in January stating that he will only consider his future in the summer not this winter. Van Bommel a
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Petr Cech On That Wigan Goal

David Wilson — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:32:27 GMT

Petr Cech has spoken about Wigan?s late goal against Chelsea at the weekend and have reluctantly taken partial blame for it saying: ?When the shot came through, there were players coming across t
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No Christmas Glory for Chelsea

David Wilson — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:26:19 GMT

Chelsea failed to give a special Christmas treat for their fans as Andre Villas-Boas? team only picked up a draw against Fulham at Stamford Bridge, making it their third 1-1 result in a row. Juan Ma
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Sir Alex comments on Luis Suarez ban

David Wilson — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:19:25 GMT

Sir Alex Ferguson, the esteemed manager of Manchester United, has broken his silence on the racism saga engulfing Liverpool Football Club and his own club. The two players involved, Luis Suarez of Uru
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Buffon Slams Doubters, Plays Down Scudetto Chances

David Wilson — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 04:31:10 GMT

standard hentry category-juventus category-serie-a post_box top"> Buffon Slams Doubters, Plays Down Scudetto Chances by Dewa Nugraha on December 25, 2011 Getting back into his best form thi
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Sir Alex Press Conference ? Video

David Wilson — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 04:14:43 GMT

Highlights on Sir Alex Ferguson?s press conference today ahead of the Wigan game: Permanent link to this post (14 words, estimated 3 secs reading time)

Van Bommel Denies January Exit Rumors

David Wilson — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 04:05:31 GMT

Suarez set to appeal against eight-match race ban

David Wilson — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 03:59:42 GMT

Suarez set to appeal against eight-match race ban According to an article on the BBC web site, Luis Suarez will appeal his eight-match race ban. Alejandro Balbi, who is also Suarez's agent, said his
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Maggio Getting Closer to Napoli Extension

David Wilson — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 03:55:59 GMT

Maggio Getting Closer to Napoli Extension by Dewa Nugraha on December 24, 2011 Napoli?s right wing back, Christian Maggio, finally has some certainties as his agent, Massimo Briaschi , reveale
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Walter Mazzarri Ready for Long Commitment With Napoli

David Wilson — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 03:46:05 GMT

standard hentry category-napoli category-serie-a post_box"> Walter Mazzarri Ready for Long Commitment With Napoli by Dewa Nugraha on December 24, 2011 Experiencing a wonderful year bring pl
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Mancini: I hope Bridge Leaves In January

David Wilson — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 03:44:51 GMT

Player-Manager sideshows are interesting to say the least and it seems like Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has gotten himself involved in another spat with an unhappy player. The dust from
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Inter Reveals Champions League Finish Necessity

David Wilson — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 03:41:13 GMT

standard hentry category-inter-milan category-serie-a post_box"> Inter Reveals Champions League Finish Necessity by Dewa Nugraha on December 25, 2011 Inter Milan shown an improvement in the
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Boxing Day Monday Premiership Preview

David Wilson — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 03:35:27 GMT

Manchester United face Wigan, Manchester City face West Brom, Liverpool face Blackburn, Chelsea face Fulham. Four of the strongest teams in the land, all apart from Manchester City are at home, agains
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Fulham Game Goes Ahead On Boxing Day

David Wilson — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 02:52:35 GMT

A decision has been made that Boxing Day?s derby with Fulham will go ahead as scheduled. Here is the Chelsea statement on the match: Following careful consideration, Chelsea Football Club?s match
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Fulham Game Goes Ahead On Boxing Day

David Wilson — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 02:51:35 GMT

United Linked With £25m Bid For Benfica Playmaker Nicolas Gaitan

David Wilson — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 08:01:57 GMT

Several media outlets are reporting that United are close to signing Benfica midfielder Nicolas Gaitan in January. The 23-year-old Benfica player was initially planned to be bought this coming s
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Boss pleased with win

David Wilson — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 07:53:33 GMT

Sir Alex Ferguson was delighted to see United thrash Fulham in the Barclays Premier League following some indifferent form at Craven Cottage. Goals from Danny Welbeck, Nani, Ryan Giggs, Wayne Roo
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Maggio Getting Closer to Napoli Extension

David Wilson — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 07:19:51 GMT

Napoli?s right wing back, Christian Maggio, finally has some certainties as his agent, Massimo Briaschi , revealed that his client is set for an extension with the Partenopei. Although no details ha
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Brilliant United Romp In West London

David Wilson — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 06:59:12 GMT

A fantastic first half performance helped United to a 5-0 thrashing of Fulham yesterday. In the first half, it was United at their swashbuckling best. Carrick and Giggs bossed the midfield, Nani
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Ranieri: ?The fans are happy They see the sweat and sacrifice?

David Wilson — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 06:33:15 GMT

Ranieri: ?The fans are happy They see the sweat and sacrifice? by David on December 21, 2011 Claudio Ranieri is keeping Diego Milito and Wesley Sneijder close by. On the eve of the match with
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Chris Petersen and Tim Murphy On Penn State Coaching Short-List

David Wilson — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 09:01:55 GMT

Interesting article in the Allentown Morning Call abut the Penn State coaching search. Penn State is looking for a ?highly ethical? football coach who values academics and can win football games
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Gators Strength Coach To Rejoin Meyer

David Wilson — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 08:41:09 GMT

The first defection of a Florida coach leaving to join Urban Meyer at Ohio State is Mickey Marotti, director of strength and conditioning for the past seven seasons. The strength coach is an ofte
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Charlie Weis Out At Florida

David Wilson — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 08:30:34 GMT

Charlie Weis is out as Florida offensive coordinator after accepting the job to become Kansas head coach. A press conference is scheduled Friday afternoon to introduce Weis to the Kansas media. W
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Ranieri pleased with Inter youngsters

David Wilson — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 08:25:01 GMT

Claudio Ranieri lavished praise on his young players after Tuesday?s hard-fought 1-0 win over Genoa. Speaking after the game, Ranieri praised his team?s performance, especially considering Genoa?
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Penn State Players ?Disappointed? With Bowl Decision

David Wilson — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 08:08:39 GMT

Penn State players held a players only meeting on Sunday night after learning they were heading to the TicketCity Bowl in Dallas. And by all accounts they are not happy that under typical circumsta
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Will Penn State De-Emphasize The Football Program After Sandusky Scandal?

David Wilson — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 07:55:33 GMT

Interesting interview with Penn State?snew president, Rodney A. Erickson in the USA Today. During the interview Erickson said that he wants to transform Penn State?s public face from a football sch
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Florida Basketball Signs Three Recruits

David Wilson — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 07:38:12 GMT

While the football team is having problems closing recruits, that is not a problem for Gators men?s basketball coach Billy Donovan. Earlier this week Florida announced that its 2012 recruiting cl
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Darren Fletcher To Take Extended Break From Football

David Wilson — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 03:15:17 GMT

United?s injury situation has gotten worse with the news that Darren Fletcher is to take ?an extended break from football? owing to a chronic inflammatory bowel condition, Manchester United announc
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United To Sign Juventus Winger Krasic On Loan?

David Wilson — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 03:08:54 GMT

Media reports today suggest that United are set to sign Juventus winger Milos Krasic in January amid a mounting injury crisis. According to the Mirror, Krasic is unhappy in Turin and his agent De
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United To Sign Juventus Winger Krasic On Loan?

David Wilson — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 03:07:46 GMT

Pazzini Says Next Four Games Crucial

David Wilson — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 02:51:56 GMT

Inter Milan striker Giampaolo Pazzini believes that the four games before the winter break will define the rest of their Serie A campaign. Inter Milan?s poor start to the season has left them in
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Massive Win Against Fiorentina

David Wilson — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 02:47:01 GMT

It has been a long, hard slog, but Inter are finally back in the top half of the Serie A table after beating Fiorentina 2-0 on Saturday. Former Fiorentina striker Giampoalo Pazzini opened the sc
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Ranieri: ?With pride along with the fans?

David Wilson — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 02:41:37 GMT

Here are some of Claudio Ranieri?s comments after Inter beat Fiorentina 2-0 on Saturday: ?We won?t talk about the match as a turning point. ?We?re done with this word? [smiling]. There are no tu
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Devon Still Named Walter Camp All-American

David Wilson — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 02:33:10 GMT

The awards and recognition keep coming for Penn State senior defensive tackle Devon Still. The latest recognition was that he was named to Walter Camp Football Foundation?s 123rd All-America Team.
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Penn State Has Contacted Utah Coach Kyle Whittingham

David Wilson — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 02:26:40 GMT

CBS Sportsis reportingthat Penn State, has contacted Kyle Whittingham about becoming the Nittany Lions head coach. Whittingham is also wanted byArizona State for their head coaching position. Whi
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Meyer Takes Two More Florida Coaches

David Wilson — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 02:19:40 GMT

Urban Meyer is back taking more people from Florida to Ohio State. I had written previously that Meyer had taken to Columbus, Mickey Marotti who had been director of strength and conditioning for t
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Gator Bowl Tickets Moving Slowly

David Wilson — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 02:13:12 GMT

The dream match-up that the Gator Bowl it was getting when it matches Florida against its former coach Urban Meyer, is drawing scant interest with fans in both Florida and Ohio. Media reports sug
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United To Sign Juventus Winger Krasic On Loan?

David Wilson — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 02:12:07 GMT

Florida Increases Ticket Prices For Next Season

David Wilson — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 02:09:48 GMT

Despite a disappointing 6-6 season in which its 137-game sellout streak was snapped, the University of Florida has decided to raise football season tickets for next season. The University Athleti
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Rooney Wants To Win The Europa League

David Wilson — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 02:03:21 GMT

Speaking in a live webchat with supporters, Wayne Rooney says that his goals for the season are defending the Barclays Premier League title and winning the Europa League. When asked on Thursday
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Marchisio Not Interested In January Signings

David Wilson — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 04:51:09 GMT

The January transfer window will be opened soon and many clubs are eying to enter the market searching for new additions that could further strengthen their squad after the winter break and Juventus a
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Marchisio Not Interested In January Signings

David Wilson — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 04:23:40 GMT

Marchisio Not Interested In January Signings

David Wilson — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 04:17:42 GMT

Marchisio Not Interested In January Signings

David Wilson — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 04:15:32 GMT

Marchisio Not Interested In January Signings

David Wilson — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 04:12:33 GMT

Tough Champions League Draw for Milan and Napoli, Tricky for Inter

David Wilson — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 04:02:25 GMT

A tough task for Italian teams on their Champions League journey, especially for Napoli and Ac Milan who are being paired with two English representatives, Chelsea along with Arsenal, while a much eas
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Tough Task for Lazio, Tricky draw for Udinese in Europa League

David Wilson — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 03:35:05 GMT

Lazio and Udinese faces different challenges in their Europa League campaign as a very tough match awaits the Biancolesti with Atletico Madrid arrives as challenger while the Friulani picked up a ligh
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Marchisio Not Interested In January Signings

David Wilson — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 03:11:02 GMT

Rooney Wants To Win The Europa League

David Wilson — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 14:22:57 GMT

Inter Squad For Genoa Game

David Wilson — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 13:47:04 GMT

Claudio Ranieri has named his 22 man squad for tomorrow?s game with Genoa. One name not on the list is Andrea Ranocchia, who got hurt in today?s training session. Sounded like a pull or a strained
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United v Ajax In The Europa League

David Wilson — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 13:17:08 GMT

Manchester United got no favours in today?s Europa League draw as they will meet Dutch side Ajax in the Round of 32. The first leg will take at the Amsterdam ArenA on Thursday 16 February, KO 1900
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Ferguson Reiterates No New Signings In January

David Wilson — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 13:07:27 GMT

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has once again ruled out a January transfer window spree, despite the clubs mounting injury crisis. Midfielder Darren Fletcher this week became the lat
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Zanetti Hails ?Much-Needed? Genoa Win

David Wilson — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 13:03:07 GMT

Inter Milan captain Javier Zanetti praised his teammates after coming away with a hard-earned 1-0 win over Genoa at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris. The narrow scoreline did not reflect the dominant na
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Inter v Marseille in Champions League

David Wilson — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 12:57:25 GMT

Inter Milan have been draw against French sideMarseille in the Champions League Round of 16. The first leg will be on Wednesday 22 February at the Stade V?lodrome. The return leg will be played at
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Nagatomo Talks About Inter?s Never Give Up Attitude

David Wilson — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 12:51:49 GMT

Inter Milan?s Japanese defender Yuto Nagatomo, who has scored twice in the last two Serie A games, has said he felt in a trance when he hit the target. ?It was like I was in a trance. I knew whe
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Ranieri pleased with Inter youngsters

David Wilson — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 12:43:03 GMT

Still Named Team MVP at Senior Awards Banquet

David Wilson — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 09:32:37 GMT

Sunday night marked the beginning of the end for the 23 members of the Penn State football senior class as more than 1,000 people gathered for the State College Quarterback Club?s annual banquet.
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Top Recruit Decommits From Penn State To Go To OhIo State

David Wilson — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 09:29:08 GMT

Former Penn State commit Tommy Schutt has withdrawn his commitment to the Lions and signed with the Buckeyes instead. Ranked in the ESPN 150 as the 12th best defensive tackle, the 6?3?, 305 Schutt
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Penn State Recruiting Class Going From Top 10 To Below Average

David Wilson — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 09:21:14 GMT

The double whammy of the Sandusky scandal and the firing of Joe Paterno has totally changed the dynamic of Penn State?s 2012 recruiting class. Back in September/October time it looked like Penn S
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Florida Needs On Offense Side Of The Ball

David Wilson — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 09:12:02 GMT

It was a really disappointing season on both sides of the ball for Florida fans this season. Today I will look a what the Gators need to do better offensively and over the weekend I will look at th
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Gators D Needs More Turnovers Next Season

David Wilson — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 09:04:03 GMT

Yesterday I looked at Florida?s needs on the offensive side of the ball. Today I will take a look at the defensive side of the ball. Florida?s defensive was very young this season, and with youth
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Defensive Lineman Dominque Easley Injuries Knee

David Wilson — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 08:49:01 GMT

Big loss for the Gators defense with the news that sophomore defensive lineman Dominique Easley will miss the Gators? Jan. 2 Gator Bowl matchup against Ohio State after tearing the anterior cruciat
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Florida v Ohio State In The Gator Bowl

David Wilson — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 08:00:54 GMT

The Gator Bowl (or should we call it the Urban Meyer Bowl) will match the Florida gators against the Big Ten?s Ohio State. The game, on Jan. 2, 2012, at EverBank Field in Jacksonville, will match M
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Thiago Silva Eying Long Term Stay at Milan

David Wilson — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 12:26:19 GMT

Ac Milan Brazilian defender, Thiago Silva, once again retaliated his loyalty towards the Scudetto winner by stating that he wants to stay until at least 2020 with the Rossoneri. Speaking in a rec
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Lamps Wants Chelsea Contract Extension

David Wilson — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 12:20:34 GMT

Not a surprise to hear that Frank Lampard, who has 18 months left on his current deal, wants a contact extension. Andres Villas-Boas was asked about the possibility of an extension for Lampard and
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AVB: Torres Will Not Be Sold

David Wilson — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 12:16:27 GMT

Under fire Chelsea striker Fernando Torres has gotten backing from coach Andre Villas- Boas concerning his future with the club. The Spanish international who was bought from Liverpool in January for
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Arsenal v AC Milan In Champions League Round Of 16

David Wilson — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 12:08:21 GMT

The draw for the Champions League round of 16 was made today and it threw together some very interesting match-ups. AC was the one second seed that all the group winners wanted to avoid, and Arsenal
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Disappointing Milan Held by Bologna

David Wilson — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:20:37 GMT

Another disappointment arrived for Ac Milan as they grabbed another draw just right after having the same result in midweek on their Champions League fixture. In a game which filed with controver
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Milan-Tevez Deal Gets Cloudy

David Wilson — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:14:41 GMT

Ac Milan?s hope of singing Carlos Tevez in a loan deal from Manchester City this winter faces a strong obstacle, not only the fact there?s a strong competition from newly rich club, Paris Saint-Germ
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Hleb?s Future Uncertain

David Wilson — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 11:14:56 GMT

Former Arsenal and Barcelona midfielder Alexander Hleb will be without a team at the end of the year after his current club Wolfsburg revealed that they will not be renewing his contract when it ends
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Milan-Tevez Deal Gets Inch Closer

David Wilson — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 12:00:07 GMT

Carlos Tevez?s possibility in arriving at Ac Milan gets inch closer after the Rossoneri?s vice president, Adriano Galliani, confirmed that the Italian champion have already sealed a personal agreeme
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Wolves linked with Arsenal duo

David Wilson — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 11:31:28 GMT

It is reported today that Mick McCarthy has his eye on two Arsenal youngsters to boost his side?s campaign this term. A campaign which despite a good result recently, is still a fight to avoid relegat
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Tevez Set To Join Milan On January 2nd

David Wilson — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 11:14:32 GMT

It?s official! Want away Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez will join Italian giants AC Milan on January 2nd on a loan deal that will see him earn 3 million Euros for the 5 months to the season?s en
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Shanghai Confident Of Signing Anelka

David Wilson — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 10:46:17 GMT

Shanghai Shenhua are confident a deal to sign Chelsea striker Nicolas Anelka could be wrapped up as early as next week. Shenhua?s assistant spokesperson Ma Yue confirmed to the Shanghai Daily that
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AVB Says Losing Tonight Has Not Crossed His Mind

David Wilson — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 01:56:01 GMT

Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas is refusing to even contemplate failure in tonight?s Champions League showdown. Victory against Valencia in their final Group E game will guarantee Chelsea?s safe pa
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United?s Berbatov Out Of Basel Match

David Wilson — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 01:51:26 GMT

Dimitar Berbatov has been ruled out of Manchester United?s massive Champions League trip to Basle leaving Sir Alex Ferguson with limited options up front. After Javier Hernandez suffered an ankle in
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Milan-Tevez Deal Gets Inch Closer

David Wilson — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 01:02:24 GMT

Drogba Confident Ahead Of Valencia Fixture

David Wilson — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:49:03 GMT

The Writing is on the wall for Chelsea coach Andre Villas-Boas. Win tomorrow?s match against Valencia and hang on as Chelsea coach for a couple more weeks. Lose, and either face the sack or quit. To
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Chelsea v Portsmouth In FA Cup 3rd Round

David Wilson — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 11:07:54 GMT

Good draw for Chelsea in the FA Cup today as they will play Portsmouth at home the weekend of 7 and 8 January. The tie is a repeat of the 2010 FA Cup Final, but since that day at Wembley, Portsmouth
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Blatter: England Still Bitter For Not Wining 2018 Hosting Rights

David Wilson — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 10:58:21 GMT

FIFA President Sepp Blatter is facing what could be the toughest phase of his career as football head in the more than 10 years since he took over from Joao Havelange. The president recently came ou
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FIFA Ballon d?Or Shortlist Revealed

David Wilson — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 10:45:24 GMT

FIFA?s final 3 man shortlist for the coveted World Player of the year award were announced yesterday and usual suspects Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo made the Cut. Joining the pair is Messi?s Bar
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Lazar Markovic Says Chelsea Is His Dream Team

David Wilson — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:09:59 GMT

Lazar Markovic is one of the hottest young strikers in Europe, and has told SunSport why he wants a ?dream? move to Chelsea. The 17-year-old prodigy, rated at ?10million, plays for Partizan Belgra
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Why would you do that?

David Wilson — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 10:59:34 GMT

The rumour in the British press Monday is that Fabio Capello may leave Wayne Rooney out of his Euro? 2012 squad if his three game ban isn?t reduced. I have to think this is a poor attempt at filling
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Rafa To Paris Saint-Germain?

David Wilson — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 10:25:10 GMT

According to Al-Jazeera, Paris Saint-Germain have lined up former Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez as the replacement for coach Antoine Kombouare. Benitez has been without a club since being fired by Int
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David Luiz Denies Chelsea In Crisis, Eager to Win Two Crucial Games

David Wilson — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 03:32:18 GMT

Picking up another defeat against Liverpool at the Carling Cup in the midweek, simply made things tougher for Chelsea especially their manager, Andre Villas-Boas, who got intensive criticism recently.
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Ac Milan Two Good for 10 Men Genoa

David Wilson — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 02:47:55 GMT

Ac Milan kept on pressing Juventus in the Scudetto race as Massimiliano Allegri?s team brought home an important three points from their away trip which temporarily brought them in the top of the leag
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Massive Win For Chelsea At Newcastle

David Wilson — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 02:43:19 GMT

It is hard to overemphasize how big a win that was today at Newcastle. This is a massive week for the Blues and to pick up three points at Newcastle will give the players a big boost in confidence a
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Euro 2012 Draw: Group of Death + England?s Group

David Wilson — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 02:26:34 GMT

Good draw for England in the Euro 2012 as they have been drawn against Ukraine, France and Sweden. It is by now way an easy group for England, but considering who England could have been drawn against
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Anelka and Alex Sent To Train With The Reserves

David Wilson — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 04:40:50 GMT

The Sun is reporting that Nicolas Anelka and Alex have been banished from first-team training by Andre Villas-Boas and are now training with the Chelsea reserves. Anelka fell out of favour with AVB
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England Get Good Draw In Euro 2012

David Wilson — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 04:30:26 GMT

Looks Like Martin O?Neil Heading To Sunderland

David Wilson — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 04:22:35 GMT

Sunderland have wasted no time finding a replacement for the fired Steve Bruce by targeting the best manager available for hire: Martin O?Neil. By all accounts O?Neil is close to agreeing to take over
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Allegri Wants Clean Sheet Against Genoa, Advice Inzaghi to Stay at Milan

David Wilson — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 03:58:51 GMT

This Friday, Ac Milan are eying to improve their away record and also chase Juventus in the top of Serie A, for that they must be fighting hard in order to bag all three points against Genoa, which us
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Allegri Wants Clean Sheet Against Genoa, Advice Inzaghi to Stay at Milan

David Wilson — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 12:41:51 GMT

Sam Hutchinson Signs New Deal

David Wilson — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 12:34:44 GMT

Really good to hear that Sam Hutchinson has signed a new one-and-a-half year contract with Chelsea. Hutchinson was one of the most promising players to come through the Chelsea academy and seemed
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Milan Ready To Offer Allegri Two Year Contract Extension

David Wilson — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 12:19:43 GMT

AC Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri is confident that he will get a new contract extension with the club as his current deal is set to expire in the summer of 2012. According To Allegri, the club is s
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Abbiati Confirmed Out for 10-15 Days

David Wilson — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 12:34:09 GMT

Ac Milan were already playing without their number one goalie, Christian Abbiati in last weekend?s tie against Chievo and apparently a much longer absences is now confirmed for the keeper after Mila
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What Dreams Are Made Of

David Wilson — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 12:21:12 GMT

If reports are true then Theatre of Dreams could soon bear the statue of Ryan Giggs. Giggs who is nearing the end of his 20 year career with Manchester United is a player few would have anything bad t
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Chelsea ?just not good enough? Says AVB

David Wilson — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 11:29:16 GMT

The scrutiny of Andre Villas-Boas? position as Chelsea manager will intensify after Tuesday night?s exit from the Carling Cup, brought about by their third home defeat in four games. Villas-Boas a
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Adidas Interested In Making Ballack The Face of Their Brand In The MLS

David Wilson — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 11:11:08 GMT

In football, there are 3 kinds of players; the one?s who are talented and get recognised and rewarded for their performances, the one?s who are not that talented and are lucky most of the time and get
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Early Rejection in the Market Search

David Wilson — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 04:23:53 GMT

The injury problems that have troubled Ac Milan from the start of season until now, has pretty much encouraged the team?s management in making some early market moves ahead of the January transfer win
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Carling Glory for Liverpool and Man City

David Wilson — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 03:41:15 GMT

Just when the pressure seems cooling down for Andre Villas-Boas at Chelsea, things heated up again after the Blues were knocked out from the Carling Cup after getting beaten by Liverpool at Stamford B
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Neymar v Messi Showdown Expected In World Club Cup Finals

David Wilson — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 03:34:35 GMT

In a couple of days, the world?s finest clubs will meet in Japan to battle it out for the coveted title of the best club in the world. The teams that make up this years challengers include: Al-Sadd
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Chelsea ?just not good enough? Says AVB

David Wilson — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 02:58:22 GMT

Milan Explained Captaincy Choive Against Chievo

David Wilson — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 12:23:33 GMT

An interesting scene appeared at San Siro during Ac Milan?s match against Chievo as there?s a surprise in the captaincy role with Thiago Silva acquiring the honor, something which is really rare in It
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Former Roma Winger Mancini Sentenced To 2 Years In Prison

David Wilson — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 11:52:58 GMT

Some shocking news for you today. Former Inter Milan and AC Milan Brazilian winger Mancini has been sentenced to 2 years and 8 months in prison after he was found guilty of rape. Not many will remem
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Drogba Turns Down New Contract Offer From Chelsea

David Wilson — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 11:08:04 GMT

According to reports in the Mirror, Didier Drogba has turned down a one-year contract extension from Chelsea. Drogba is out of contract at the end of the season and could sign a pre-contract deal wi
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Defoe Believes in Spurs? Strenght

David Wilson — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 10:59:19 GMT

Tottenham Hotspurs fine run brought their position high up in the league table as Harry Redknapp?s squad are not hanging at third behind the Manchester duo and with a game in hand as well. This situ
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John Terry Has ?Lost? £6million In Sponsorships Due to Controversies

David Wilson — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 13:07:59 GMT

According to Nigel Currie, director of Sports Marketing agency Rapport England skipper John Terry has missed up to ?6million in commercial spinoffs because of the controversies that have dogged his
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Wales Manager Gary Speed Dead

David Wilson — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 13:02:11 GMT

Shocking news today that Wales manager David Speed is dead. Speed was found dead at his home near Chester in an apparent suicide. A spokesman for the Cheshire Police said: ?At 7.08am today, Chesh
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Togolese Players Killed In Bus Crash

David Wilson — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 12:54:49 GMT

6 Togolese players were killed in an unfortunate accident on Saturday after the bus they were travelling in plunged into a ravine and exploded into flames. This is the latest tragedy to affect the foo
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Milan Eying to Get Back On Winning Ways Without Nesta and Abbiati

David Wilson — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 11:58:16 GMT

Ac Milan are eying to get themselves back on winning ways this weekend after failing to do it in their last two consecutive matches, but it won?t be an easy task for the Rossoneri especially with the
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Di Matteo Says He Is Happy At Chelsea

David Wilson — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 11:50:33 GMT

Chelsea assistant manager Roberto Di Matteo has dismissed speculation he is unhappy with his role at Stamford Bridge and insists that he enjoys a good relationship with manager Andre Villas-Boas.
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Arsenal Held at Emirates, Spurs Marching On

David Wilson — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 11:45:26 GMT

Arsenal fine winning streak finally ended in the hands of fellow Londoners as Fulham surprisingly held the Gunners at Emirates, putting a little bit break on Arsene Wenger?s team attempt to burst into
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Barca Now 6 Points Adrift After Getafe Lose

David Wilson — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 11:40:34 GMT

After beating Milan 3-2 at the San Siro on Wednesday, i certainly was not expecting Defending European and Spanish League champions Barcelona to lose to Getafe. If anything, i expected them to reduce
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Pete Cech: Players Are To Blame

David Wilson — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 03:21:14 GMT

Petr Cech has delivered a damning assessment of Chelsea?s current failings, pinning the blame firmly on the players and absolving manager Andre Villas-Boas of responsibility. The 2-1 Champions Lea
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Man City and a quandary

David Wilson — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 03:08:57 GMT

A balance sheet that reads hundreds of millions more Euros in expenses than income. A defender who is just returning from a suspension enforced because of his use of banned substances. A star striker,
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Man United?s Phil Jones Expects Man City to Drop Points Soon

David Wilson — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 02:15:28 GMT

Manchester City convincing performance in the premier league this season gave the impression that they will stroll their way in winning the title, especially with the ability to still hold unbeaten re
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Tevez To Milan?

David Wilson — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 13:00:43 GMT

After Roberto Mancini made it clear that Argentine striker Carlos Tevez would never play for City as long as he was still the coach, the 27 year old has surprisingly emerged as a key transfer target f
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Leonardo Confirms Talks Between PSG And Galaxy Are Ongoing

David Wilson — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 12:50:24 GMT

After leading the LA Galaxy to victory in the MLS Cup, former Manchester United and Real Madrid midfielder David Beckham could be starting the next face of his career in Paris if talks between city cl
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Delights Despite Disappointing Result

David Wilson — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 12:19:37 GMT

Ac Milan may be beaten 3-2 by Barcelona, but the players along with tactician Massimiliano Allegri were actually pretty pleased knowing that their ?experiment? can be considered pretty successful as t
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Pete Cech: Players Are To Blame

David Wilson — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 12:10:56 GMT

Van Persie Scores A brace To Take Arsenal To The Knockout Stage

David Wilson — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 12:52:27 GMT

Arsenal booked their place in the knock out stages with a 2-1 victory over Borussia Dortmund at the Emirates stadium. Once again Robin Van Persie was the hero for the Gunners as they secured their qua
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Anelka Denies Quitting Reports

David Wilson — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 12:47:30 GMT

Chelsea seem to have lost all direction as was evident when they suffered their 3rd consecutive loss last night. The Blues have now lost 4of their last 5 games and the future is not only looking bleak
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Barca Secure Top Spot In Group H With Win At The San Siro

David Wilson — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 12:37:45 GMT

So after a much awaited night of footballing action, i have to say i am very disappointed. Disappointed because not only did Milan lose (which i was not expecting), but also because of other shocking
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Delights Despite Disappointing Result

David Wilson — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 12:04:44 GMT

Lamps Hoping For Contract Extension

David Wilson — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 11:57:56 GMT

Frank Lampard has 18 months left on his current Chelsea deal and he has told the Evening Standard that he wants to continue to play for Chelsea. ?As it stands, I have this season and next season a
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Where have Man Utd disappeared to?

David Wilson — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 13:19:09 GMT

They destroyed Tottenham. Destroyed Arsenal. Destroyed Chelsea. Then the red team in Manchester lost to the blue team in Manchester, Manchester City, and the va-va voom, flair and excitement has disap
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FA Fines AVB £12,000 For Criticising Referee

David Wilson — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 12:34:13 GMT

The FA has fined Andre Villas-Boas ?12,000 and warned over his future behaviour after being found guilty of improper conduct for comments made about Chris Foy following his team?s 1-0 defeat at Quee
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London Clubs In Must Win Fixtures

David Wilson — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 12:26:26 GMT

Tonight Arsenal face a giant of a test when German club Borusssia Dortmund visit them at the Emirates in a winner takes all Group F Champions League clash. Any slip up tonight from either Arsenal, Mar
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Considering Tevez

David Wilson — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 09:31:47 GMT

The absence of Antonio Cassano from the playing field, which time length remain unpredictable for now, provides speculation about the potential arrival of a replacement and one of the latest names bei
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Chelsea To Buy Gary Cahill In January

David Wilson — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 09:25:53 GMT

According to the Daily Mirror, Chelsea have decided that Bolton and England defender Gary Cahill is the man they need to solve their defensive problems. Cahill is out of contract at the end of the
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Champions League Matchday 5

David Wilson — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 09:06:24 GMT

Europe?s premier footballing competition the Champions League resumes today with fixtures that could mark the end of the journey for 16 teams. All teams will be left with one group match after this ro
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Amauri Close for Spurs Switch?

David Wilson — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 08:17:41 GMT

Having already acquired the service of Emmanuele Adebayor in the summer transfer window apparently still doesn?t pleased Tottenham Hotspurs hunger for another forward as reports from Italy suggested t
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Unlucky Milan Held in Florence

David Wilson — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:45:02 GMT

Ac Milan?s ambition in getting their sixth straight win in Serie A hit a big purple wall this weekend as the Rossoneri failed to continue their positive record against Fiorentina as the match at Artem
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AVB Post Match Reaction: Still Believing

David Wilson — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:40:02 GMT

Andre Villas-Boas is confident Roman Abramovich remains fully behind his Chelsea revolution despite the club crashing to their fourth defeat already this season. Today?s loss was Chelsea?s third d
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Villas-Boas Reaction To Chelsea Loss

David Wilson — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 12:36:31 GMT

Losing is starting to become a very familiar result for Chelsea. The Blues once again suffered a shock home defeat to Liverpool on Sunday going down 2-1 to leave them 12 points of the pace set by lead
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Vote For The FIFA Goal Of The Year 2011

David Wilson — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 11:25:51 GMT

You can now vote for the FIFA Pusk?s Award for the best goal of the year. The voting begun on Thursday the 18th November and will run until 5th December 2011 when the three most voted for goals will b
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Unlucky Milan Held in Florence

David Wilson — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 10:37:15 GMT

Is Drogba Heading To Russia

David Wilson — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 10:32:31 GMT

Didier Drogba is reported to be considering a January move to Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala. Drogba would like to sign a new two-year contract with Chelsea, while the Blues are reported to be off
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Bundesliga Ref Attempts Suicide

David Wilson — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 10:18:26 GMT

Just a few days ago, Brazilian club Santos FC revealed that they were keen on resigning their former player Robinho. It seems like the comment from their president has sparked rumours that the AC Mila
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Classy Aquilani Targets Scudetto, Reveals Transfer Saga

David Wilson — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 03:25:18 GMT

Alberto Aquilani arrival at Ac Milan this summer comes in somewhat of a surprise since he was also very close on Juventus and Fiorentina before the Rossoneri step in on the final days of the transfer
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Is Drogba Heading To Russia

David Wilson — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 03:17:26 GMT

Man City Post Loss Of £195m

David Wilson — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 03:10:41 GMT

Manchester City today losses of ?194.9 million for the financial year 2010-11, the highest such figures ever posted by an English football club. The ?195m consisted of a net loss of ?160.5m and ?34.
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Arsenal ? away from the Emirates ? on the way up?

David Wilson — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 03:01:35 GMT

It?s easy enough to look at Arsenal?s recent away form and state that a victory against Norwich City is near enough inevitable. At Stamford Bridge Arsenal defeated Chelsea 5-3 in a roller coaster of a
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Just a Formality

David Wilson — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 12:45:58 GMT

Arriving on loan from Liverpool in the summer, Alberto Aquilani?s fine performance with Ac Milan in this early stage of the season increases the fans affection on the player, but there?s still some wo
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Is Drogba Heading To Russia

David Wilson — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 12:42:10 GMT

Torres? Promises

David Wilson — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 12:37:25 GMT

Just when it looks like bad times are already flew passed Fernando Torres? Chelsea experience, another tough times arrives again for the Spain international as he loses his goal scoring touch again in
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Milan Cool Drogba Talks

David Wilson — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 12:23:40 GMT

Serie A champions AC Milan have cooled down talk of Chelsea star Didier Drogba joining the club. Drogba who is out of contract with Chelsea next summer, has been consistently linked with a move away f
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AVB Denies FA Charge

David Wilson — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 11:37:45 GMT

Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas has denied an FA charge of improper conduct for comments he made after the defeat at QPR earlier this month. AVB admitted after the game he had been ?very aggressive
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England Seeded Second For Euro 2012 Draw

David Wilson — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 11:26:57 GMT

UEFA has announced the seedings for the Euro 2012 draw in December with England placed in Pot 2 alongside Germany, Italy and Russia. Republic of Ireland, who confirmed their place at the finals foll
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Blatter Clarifies Racism Comments

David Wilson — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 11:16:49 GMT

Despite FIFA?S campaign to ensure fair play is maintained in the sport, the ugly face of racism still rears itself over and over again. FIFA president Sepp Blatter who had earlier stated that racism b
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Taiwo to Eager For Milan Stay

David Wilson — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 11:55:14 GMT

Having yet to hold a firm place at Ac Milan?s left back position, many speculation already rises regarding Taye Taiwo?s future with the Red and Black squad as the press starts to believe that the fash
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AVB Denies FA Charge

David Wilson — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 11:48:34 GMT

Balotelli To Start Against Uruguay

David Wilson — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 11:46:05 GMT

Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli is expected to start today?s friendly fixture against Uruguay. The 21 year old striker who been instrumental in City?s recent form will earn his 6th cap for the
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U.S. Gets Rare Win In Europe

David Wilson — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 11:39:46 GMT

Big night for U.S. soccer and the men?s national team won in Europe for the first time in 3 1/2 years, beating Slovenia 3-2. Yes that is not a misprint. The U.Sc. scored three goals tonight, more than
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Milan?s Ignazio Abate Keen on Proving His Worth for Azzurri

David Wilson — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 04:00:56 GMT

After a pretty curios waits, Ac Milan?s right back, Ignazio Abate finally got a chance to prove his quality with the Italian national team after Cesare Prandelli called him up for the Azzurri?s upco
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Carlos Tevez Accepts City?s Ruling Of Misconduct

David Wilson — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 02:20:32 GMT

In a bit of a surprise various media outlets are reporting that Carlos Tevez will not contest his two-week suspension and fine imposed by Manchester City. I say a bit of a surprise because last I he
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Man City Fine Kolo Toure £740,000 For Failed Drug Test

David Wilson — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 02:15:22 GMT

Manchester City have fined defender Kolo Toure six weeks wages, ?740,000, for failing a drug earlier this year. Toure was handed a six-month ban by the FA in May, backdated to March 2, after he test
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LA Galaxy v Houston Dynamo in MLS Cup Final

David Wilson — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 02:05:27 GMT

After a pair of dramatic MLS Conference Finals, we have a title-game between two historical MLS powers. In one corner, there are the Supporters? Shield?winning, high-profile LA Galaxy, who will be p
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Cristiano Ronaldo Wins Golden Boot Award 2011

David Wilson — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 01:55:15 GMT

Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo is giving fellow La Liga rival Lionel Messi a run for his money for the 2011 FIFA Ballon d?Or award as the Portuguese striker capped a fantastic few days his had
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Cristiano Ronaldo Wins Golden Boot Award 2011

David Wilson — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 01:54:16 GMT

Five Chelsea Players On Bosman List

David Wilson — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 11:21:13 GMT

With less than two months to go until the January transfer window opens, Premier League clubs are now having to decide whether to keep hold of some of their star players or risk losing them for free
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Ferdinand?s Future Unceraint

David Wilson — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 11:12:35 GMT

Sir Alex Ferguson recently celebrated 25 years as coach of United and although his record speaks for itself, the Scott is in danger of being remembered not only for his great successes, but also for t
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Milan and Madrid Register Massive Wins

David Wilson — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 11:04:23 GMT

What a fine weekend it was across Europe as a number of top notch clubs produced fantastic results in the respective leagues. The biggest result was definitely, Real Madrid?s 7-1 home win over Osasuna
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Milan Continue to Fly With Fifth Consecutive Serie A Win

David Wilson — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 04:15:16 GMT

Ac Milan continue their winning run in Serie A by beating Catania 4-0 at San Siro, shrugging off the disappointing draw that Massimiliano Allegri?s team picked up in their Champions League match on Tu
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Chelsea Get Unimpressive Win At Blackburn

David Wilson — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 04:05:07 GMT

Frank Lampard?s 51st-minute diving header gave Chelsea a 1-0 victory at Blackburn today, but it did nothing to dispel the feeling that Chelsea are really struggling at this point of the season. Ho
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Capello Includes Terry In England Squad

David Wilson — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 03:53:57 GMT

England manager Fabio Capello will include Chelsea defender John Terry in his squad which will play Spain and Sweden in a friendlies this week. Terry who has been the subject of attention after all
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Rifts Emerge In Barcelona Camp Ahead Of Tough Bilbao Fixture

David Wilson — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 03:45:27 GMT

Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola has slammed reports that forwards Messi and Villa do not see eye to eye. These latest reports are emerging on the backdrop of former Barcelona player Zlatan Ibrahimovic?s
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Milan Targetting Three Points Before International Break

David Wilson — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 03:52:56 GMT

Ac Milan once again facing several absentees for their upcoming Serie A match as Antonio Cassano, Antonio Nocerino, Alessandro Nesta, Philippe Mexes along with Kevin Price Boateng wont be available w
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Spurs Defeated In Russia, Stoke City Continue Winning Run

David Wilson — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 03:27:18 GMT

Tottenham Hotspurs failed to present a gift for their coach, Harry Redknapp, who has just had an operation, after the Lilywhites? second string got beaten by Rubin Kazan in the latest Europa League gr
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Manchester City roll on, but for how much longer?

David Wilson — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 03:20:50 GMT

Nobody expected Manchester City to be in this position with 11 matches, between a quarter and a third of the season, gone. Five points clear, ten wins from eleven matches, the other result being an aw
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AVB Post Match Reaction: ?A Better Feeling?

David Wilson — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 02:41:36 GMT

Here are some of Andre Villas-Boas?s comments after today?s 1-0 victory at Blackburn: ?The clean sheet was important but important was to win the game no matter what. A 2-0 win would have been be
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Milan Confirmed Cassano to Do a Surgery, Optimistic About Return

David Wilson — Sat, 05 Nov 2011 03:33:51 GMT

After a couple of days being covered, finally Ac Milan revealed the details regarding Antonio Cassano?s condition revealing that the player was having an Ischemic cerebral damage which is an attack th
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Michael Essien To Return Next Month?

David Wilson — Sat, 05 Nov 2011 03:26:26 GMT

Michael Essien is said to be making excellent progress from his latest knee injury, and Andre Villas-Boas expecting the midfielder to be fit before the end of December. The original diagnosis on E
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Basic Premier League Wage Is Now £1.16m

David Wilson — Sat, 05 Nov 2011 03:21:59 GMT

For the first time Sportingintelligence has published the average basic weekly wages, division by division, of footballers in England for the past 25 years. And it makes fascinating reading. One
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Ibrahimovic To Bare It All In New Autobiography

David Wilson — Sat, 05 Nov 2011 03:17:47 GMT

Wayne Rooney is often considered one of England?s brightest talents, however, there is one thing that stands in his way of following in the footsteps of fellow legends Allan Shearer and Paul Gascoigne
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Mexes Out For Two Weeks

David Wilson — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 09:22:31 GMT

AC Milan defender Philippe Mexes is set to miss two weeks of action after undergoing an operation on his left hand. Mexes picked up the injury during Milan?s 3-2 win against his former side Roma at
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AVB Says Abramovich Continues To Back Him

David Wilson — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 09:15:58 GMT

Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas says that he has spoken to Blues owner Roman Abramovich and that he continues to back him. It?s been a terrible ten days for Chelsea and is probably the first time i
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Tottenham and the Europa League

David Wilson — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 09:00:09 GMT

Tottenham have more immediate concerns than the Europa League. Their manager Harry Redknapp?s health, usurping Arsenal and Chelsea as the top team in London and qualifying for next season?s Champions
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Rooney On Ballon d?Or Shortlist

David Wilson — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 08:05:42 GMT

Wayne Rooney is the only British player to make the Ballon d?Or World Footballer of the Year shortlist. In addition to Rooney, there are three other Premier League stars nominated: Nani (Man Utd), Lui
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Mexes Out For Two Weeks

David Wilson — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 07:12:21 GMT

Poor Poor Chelsea Draw With Genk

David Wilson — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:23:32 GMT

Remember a year ago when Chelsea went through that 10-match run in which they were terrible? Well it looks like history is repeating itself, as a poor Chelsea side were only able to draw 1-1 with Ge
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Newcastle Continue Great Start To Season

David Wilson — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:17:36 GMT

Newcastle United?s great start to the season continued Monday with a comfortable 3-1 win at Stoke City. With the win, Newcastle is now in third place in the Premier League. The Toon Armies hero was
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Yossi Benayoun ? Judas?

David Wilson — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 03:13:21 GMT

The Israeli international, usually remembered in England for his time at West Ham United and Liverpool, but not Chelsea, was called a Judas by Chelsea fans. The inference being that because he is now
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Newcastle Continue Great Start To Season

David Wilson — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 07:00:35 GMT

Milan Reveals that Cassano?s Condition Has Improved

David Wilson — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 06:21:28 GMT

Ac Milan finally gave a sight of relief to their fans, who have been really curious in wondering about the condition of Antonio Cassano, who picked up a yet to be confirmed illness which struck the pl
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Drogba Undergoes Arm Surgery

David Wilson — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 06:15:32 GMT

Didier Drogba will miss Tuesday?s Champions League game at Racing Genk after having surgery on his arm, manager Andre Villas-Boas said. ?The international break (next week) has led to the opportu
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LA Galaxy Beat Red Bulls 1-0 In Battle

David Wilson — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:23:03 GMT

Tempers flared as the Los Angeles Galaxy beat the New York Red Bulls 1-0 at Red Bull Arena, in their Western Conference semi-final first leg match. Mike Magee?s early goal off a cross from David Bec
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Cassano?s Mysterious Illness Worrying Milan

David Wilson — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 13:48:56 GMT

Just when health problems seems to be flying away from Ac Milan?s camp another worrying news suddenly arrived from nowhere as Antonio Cassano was rushed to hospital right after arriving from Rome as t
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AVB Salutes Chelsea?s Spirit

David Wilson — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 13:35:56 GMT

Andre Villas-Boas felt his team had survived a good test of character after an extra-time win at Everton in the Carling Cup. Villas-Boas, whose first-choice side were reduced to nine men last weeken
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Arsenal v Marseille Preview

David Wilson — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 13:18:33 GMT

Arsenal head into tomorrow?s Champions League fixture against Marseille oozing confidence after an amazing show against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. The Gunners prepare to host Marseille in
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Tevez To Be Sold In January

David Wilson — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 12:28:45 GMT

Reports emerging claim that Manchester City are preparing to sell Tevez in the January transfer window for ?25 million. The PFA?s decision to cut in half Tevez?s 4 week wage fine seems to have been th
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Hernandez Revives Man United, Van Persie Took Arsenal Flying

David Wilson — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 05:30:19 GMT

Manchester United proved that the heavy defeat on the Derby have slowly been forgotten as after getting a win in the Carling Cup, Sir Alex Ferguson, successfully beaten Everton at Goodison Park thanks
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Chelsea v Liverpool In Carling Cup

David Wilson — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 04:37:48 GMT

Chelsea have been drawn at home against play Liverpool at home in the quarter-finals of the Carling Cup. TYe match will be played on either Tuesday 29 or Wednesday 30 November. With so many of th
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Chelsea v Liverpool In Carling Cup

David Wilson — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 04:36:47 GMT

Carling Cup Fourth Round Draw

David Wilson — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 04:22:40 GMT

Liverpool will travel to Chelsea in one of two all-Premier League ties in the quarter-finals of the Carling Cup. In the other, Arsenal, who came from behind to beat Bolton in the previous round, wil
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Milan Eying Three Points at Olympico to Chase Top Spot

David Wilson — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 08:46:10 GMT

Having a pretty good run at the moment, Ac Milan set to face another difficult test in this early part of the season as on Saturday, Massimiliano Allegri?s team will challenge As Roma at Olympico in a
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AVB Says England should be proud of John Terry

David Wilson — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 08:30:55 GMT

Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas once again publicly backed his embattled captain say that JT will be mentally and physically ready to play against Arsenal at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. This is a
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AVB Says England should be proud of John Terry

David Wilson — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 08:29:09 GMT

Tevez?s Four Week Wage Fine Halved

David Wilson — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 08:18:46 GMT

The Carlos Tevez saga took an interesting twist Thursday when the Professional Footballers Association made its decision to half Tevez?s 4 week wage fine handed to him earlier by the club claiming the
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MLS Conference Semi-Finals Matches Set

David Wilson — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 08:08:36 GMT

The MLS Conference semi-finals are set after the New York Red Bulls and Colorado Rapids both won their wildcard matches this week. On Wednesday Joel Lindpere scored in the 61st minute and the New Yo
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Nocerino Targets Milan Reaching Top Spot Before International Break

David Wilson — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:57:34 GMT

Being Ac Milan?s latest hat-trick hero and currently the club?s top scorer apparently doesn?t turned Antonio Nocerino?s mind into thinking that he can go on and outscored the Rossoneri strikers for th
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AVB Salutes Chelsea?s Spirit

David Wilson — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:46:28 GMT

AVB Salutes Chelsea?s Spirit

David Wilson — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:45:02 GMT

Chelsea Lose Bid To Regain Land Ownership

David Wilson — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:38:30 GMT

London club Chelsea lost their bid to buy back the freehold of their Stamford Bridge Stadium after an extraordinary meeting between the club and the Chelsea Pitch Owners Association (CPO) failed to co
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Pele Celbrates 71st Birthday With Controversial Remarks

David Wilson — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 04:57:58 GMT

We can safely say that the war of words surrounding the best player in the world is not about to end anytime soon. Arguably the world?s greatest player, Pele has once again opened debate on this highl
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Milan Trashed Parma As Nocerino Shines With Hat-trick

David Wilson — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 13:39:34 GMT

Ac Milan continues their winning run in the Serie A this time with a much more calmer fashion as they defeated Parma 4-1 in San Siro with Antonio Nocerino surprisingly followed Kevin Prince Boateng?s
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My Tour Of Stamford Bridge

David Wilson — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 13:31:14 GMT

I was in London on Saturday and I headed down to Chelsea for a tour of Stamford Bridge. To get to Stamford Bridge you take the Fulham Broadway exit on the underground and the stadium is maybe 100 ya
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My Tour Of Stamford Bridge

David Wilson — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 13:30:07 GMT

Wenger to Give Park Chu-Young Premier League Debut With Arsenal Soon

David Wilson — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 13:22:50 GMT

Being one of Arsenal?s late arrivals this summer, Korean, Park Chu-Young is pretty much the only player who haven?t feature in the premier league as just yet, the ex- Monaco player seems close in gett
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Milan?s Massimiliano Allegri Nominated for World?s Best Coach of The Year

David Wilson — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 03:37:33 GMT

Ac Milan?s manager, Massimiliano Allegri, received an interesting surprise ahead of the Rossoneri?s game against Parma this midweek as the former Cagliari coach is being named as one of the nominees f
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Terry?s In Tunnel Bust-Up After QPR Match

David Wilson — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 03:31:08 GMT

John Terry was involved in a bust-up in the tunnel after Chelsea?s match at QPR at the weekend. Terry and two team-mates clashed with Rangers players as they returned to the dressing room at the e
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Terry?s In Tunnel Bust-Up After QPR Match

David Wilson — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 03:30:08 GMT

England?s Captain To Be Investigated For Racial Slur

David Wilson — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 03:16:18 GMT

The Football Association has been forced to investigate the complaint that John Terry, the England captain made a racial slur against QPR?s Anton Ferdinand Sunday?s derby with Queens Park Rangers. T
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Now John Terry To Be Investigated For Racial Slur

David Wilson — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 02:55:57 GMT

The specter of racialism is hanging over English football as the Football Association has been forced to investigate the complaint that John Terry, the England captain made a racial slur against QPR?s
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Now John Terry To Be Investigated For Racial Slur

David Wilson — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 02:55:41 GMT

Milan?s Goal Heroes Paid Their Tribute

David Wilson — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 03:20:27 GMT

Ac Milan players, Kevin Prince Boateng along with Mario Yepes can pretty much named as the club?s main actor in delivering a wonderful win against Lecce in a thrilling Sunday lunch time Serie A game.
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AVB Wants Chelsea To Play With Barcelona?s Flair

David Wilson — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 03:03:22 GMT

Chelsea have a swagger to their play this season that has been missing in recent years and Andre Villas-Boas has challenged Chelsea?s players to win the Champions League with the same flair as curre
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9 Men Chelsea Beaten by QPR

David Wilson — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 06:03:27 GMT

Chelsea failed to capitalize on Manchester United?s heavy defeat earlier on as Andre Villas Boas team were beaten by Queens Park Rangers (QPR) 1-0 in a highly controversial match which saw the Blues c
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9 Men Chelsea Beaten by QPR

David Wilson — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 06:02:28 GMT

9 Men Chelsea Beaten by QPR

David Wilson — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 06:01:13 GMT

9 Men Chelsea Beaten by QPR

David Wilson — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 05:58:21 GMT

9 Men Chelsea Beaten by QPR

David Wilson — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 05:57:32 GMT

Lebron James Attends Premier League Game

David Wilson — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 05:42:06 GMT

NBA star Lebron James was among thousands of fans who attended last weekend?s Premier League fixture between Liverpool and Manchester United. The Miami Heat forward was clearly excited as was evident
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Now Tevez Demands Full Apology From Mancini

David Wilson — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 03:17:00 GMT

After conducting a two-week internal investigation into the Carlos Tevez, Manchester City issued a statement on Tuesday claiming that they had concluded that there is a case for Carlos T?vez to answer
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U.S. Loses To Ecuador 1-0

David Wilson — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 03:08:45 GMT

Put your hand up if you are an underwhelmed about theJurgen Klinsmann era at U.S. Soccer as I am? After last night?s 1-0 defeat to Ecuador at Red Bull Arena, the USA has managed just two goals in se
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U.S. v Ecuador at Red Bull Arena on Oct. 11

David Wilson — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 02:20:55 GMT

USA v Ecuador Oct 11 The U.S. men?s national team will play its first game at Red Bull Arena on Oct. 11 when the Americans take on Ecuador in a friendly in Harrison. The United States will be faci
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Mourinho Turns Down £22 million-a-year AFTER tax Offer

David Wilson — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 02:17:41 GMT

Jose Mourinho has turned down an offer from Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala that reportedly would have paid him the the biggest salary in the history of football. Spanish newspaper Marca claims Mouri
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Could Barcelona And Real Madrid Leave La Liga?

David Wilson — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 03:00:37 GMT

Former Real Madrid director general Jorge Valdano believes that Barcelona and Real Madrid will abandon La Liga for a European league if their dominance of La Liga continues. The two Spanish giants l
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Chelsea Name 25-Man Premier League Squad

David Wilson — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 09:53:20 GMT

Chelsea have submitted their 25 squad players for the Premier League season. The squad list submitted had to contain no more than 17 players who do not fulfil the Home Grown Player criteria. The rem
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Dzeko and Sir Alex Ferguson Win Barclays Awards

David Wilson — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 09:41:51 GMT

Just as it was expected, Manchester City striker, Edin Dzeko received acknowledgment for his recent fine performances in the league after being named as Barclays Player of the Month. Obviously the a
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Barcelona v AC Milan And Bayern v Man City In Champions League

David Wilson — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 09:35:26 GMT

Holders Barcelona will face AC Milan in the group stage while Bayern Munich were given the toughest group when today?s draw was made in Monaco. At first glance the toughest group is Group A with Bay
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Leeds v Man Utd and Chelsea v Fulham In Carling Cup

David Wilson — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 09:24:38 GMT

Manchester United have been drawn away to bitter rivals Leeds United in the third round of the Carling Cup. Leeds last met Manchester United in the third round of the FA Cup in January 2010, winning 1
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U.S. v Mexico ? August 10 in Philadelphia

David Wilson — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 03:18:43 GMT

USA v Mexico The U.S will play Mexico iat Philadelphia?s Lincoln Financial Field on Aug. 10, the first game for the teams since Mexico came back from a two-goal deficit against the Americans to win
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USA Beats Panama 1-0 To Reach Gold Cup Final

David Wilson — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 03:45:44 GMT

The U.S. beat Panama tonight 1-0 to progress to the Gold Cup final this Saturday in Pasadena. Clint Dempsey was the U.S. goal scoring hero as he got on the end of a Landon Donovan cross in the 77th mi
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Chelsea Officially Announced Villas-Boas As New Manager

David Wilson — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 03:38:15 GMT

Chelsea have confirmed the appointment of Andre Villas-Boas as their new manager on a three-year contract. ?Andre was the outstanding candidate for the job,? read a statement on the Chelsea websi
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Premier League Fixture List Released

David Wilson — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 03:43:15 GMT

The Premier League unveiled it 2011-12 fixture list and champions Manchester United will start the defence of their Premier League title with a trip to West Brom on 13 August. Arsenal begin with a m
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Firing A Manager For Not Winning Is Chelsea?s Strategy

David Wilson — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 03:27:07 GMT

I thought that Peter Kenyon said some stupid things when he was at Chelsea, but the comments by Chelsea chief executive Ron Gourlay surpass anything that Kenyon ever said. Gourlay was in Asia ahead
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USA Given A Footballing Lesson By Spain

David Wilson — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 03:38:34 GMT

Spain ripped apart an under-strength US team today as they easily beat the Americans 4-0. The four goals do not flatter the World Champions. They could have easily won five or six nothing. U.S. coac
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Houllier Out As Aston Villa Manager

David Wilson — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 02:34:38 GMT

Gerard Houllier has stepped down as manager of Aston Villa as he continues to recover from heart problems. ?I am extremely disappointed that I will not have the opportunity to manage Aston Villa ne
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Italy Rocked By Another Match Fixing Scandal

David Wilson — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 02:30:51 GMT

Former Italy striker Giuseppe Signori was among 16 people arrested for in the latest match-fixing scandal to rock Italian football. in a co-ordinated sting by Italian police on Wednesday. The curren
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Kolo Toure Suspended For Only 6 Months. Why?

David Wilson — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 02:55:43 GMT

Manchester City defender Kolo Toure was giving a six month ban for failing a drug test in February, which means that he will be back playing in September. Toure failed the drug test after the Manche
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Paul Scholes Announces His Retirement

David Wilson — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 02:44:30 GMT

Have to say I was not surprised to learn that Paul Scholes announced his retirement today. His unwillingness to sign a new deal during the season led to me believe that he would not be coming back.
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Chelsea Sack Carlo Ancelotti

David Wilson — Thu, 26 May 2011 03:51:22 GMT

Well that was quick. Chelsea have announced that Carlo Ancelotti has been sacked. A club statement read: ?This season?s performances have fallen short of expectations and the club feels the time
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Why Spending £150million On Cristiano Ronaldo Makes Financial Sense For Man City

David Wilson — Thu, 26 May 2011 03:25:19 GMT

Lots of rumors in the Spanish and British press about a bust-up betweenCristiano Ronaldo and Jose Mourinho and that Real Madrid are willing to listen to offers for their best player. At the heart of
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Man United Gets £15m For Winning The League

David Wilson — Thu, 26 May 2011 01:37:23 GMT

Winning the Premier League was worth more than ?15million to Manchester United while West Ham earned a mere ?756,000. The payout that teams get is determined by where they finish in the league. An t
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LA Galaxy v Manchester City July 24, 2011

David Wilson — Fri, 20 May 2011 03:59:07 GMT

Just days after announcing that the LA Galaxy will play Real Madrid on July 16th and the LA Coliseum, the Galaxy announces that they will play Manchester City on Sunday, July 24 at The Home Depot Cent
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Philadelphia Union v Real Madrid July 23 At Lincoln Financial Field

David Wilson — Fri, 20 May 2011 03:49:15 GMT

Real Madrid has announced the third and final game of its U.S. tour this summer and it will take the Spanish giants to Philadelphia to play the Union July 23 at Lincoln Financial Field. Kickoff is set
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Quick Thoughts On Chelsea Loss

David Wilson — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 02:44:42 GMT

Some quick thoughts on Chelsea?s losing to Man United to tonigbt Chelsea started really well and Anelka (2) and Lampard (1) both had great chances to score in the first 15 minutes. Lampard had the
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Messi Leads Barca To Victory In Champions League

David Wilson — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 02:15:08 GMT

Barcelona are through to the Champions League semi-finals for the fourth successive season after a 1-0 victory rounded off a 6-1 aggregate triumph. Shakhtar played valiantly and created a couple of
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USA And Argentina End Up 1-1

David Wilson — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 04:00:07 GMT

In an absolutely thrilling game, the U.S. and Argentina drew 1-12 tonight in front of a sold of crowd at the New Meadowlands. For an exhibition game, this game was played with pace, passion and a de
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La Liga Matches Postponed Because Of TV Dispute

David Wilson — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 02:44:49 GMT

The La Liga season may not end until mid June after next week?s matches were postponed because of a dispute over television revenue. Clubs want a law, which says at least one game a week must be on
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Meet Players, Watch Team Training & Tour Old Trafford

David Wilson — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 02:24:57 GMT

We have teamed up with Viagogo to offer our readers the opportunity to watch Man United 1st team training, meet the players have a tour of Old Trafford!!! To enter the competition all you need to d
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Atkinson Got The Big Calls Wrong Says Graham Poll

David Wilson — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 02:43:41 GMT

In his article in Wednesday?s Daily Mail, Graham Poll says Martin Atkinson got the big calls wrong and it cost United the game. Poll wrote: Referees are remembered for their big decisions in big
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Juventus Announce 39.5m Euro Loss

David Wilson — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 02:28:54 GMT

Juventus became the latest footballing giant to announce a loss, as the club?s board announced on Monday that Juve lost 39.5 million euros during the first half of the 2010-11 season. Over the same pe
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Inter Stunned By Bayern Munich

David Wilson — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 01:22:39 GMT

Inter Milan followed their fellow Italian teams? path in theChampions League as just likeAC Milan and ASRoma, the Nerazzurri also taste defeat on their European encounter at home this midweek. Playi
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What Is Going On With Chelsea?s Scouting Team

David Wilson — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 13:26:48 GMT

There is a lot going on behind the scenes at Chelsea, and one area that is being completely gutted in the Chelsea scouting team. Frank Arnesen has already confirmed he is leaving in the summer to
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Mourinho?s Amazing New Year Record

David Wilson — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 13:10:39 GMT

A win or a draw against Levante this weekend and Jose Mourinho will have gone nine years without losing a league game at home. That is a streak that stretches back over 148 home game. The last time
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Spanish Press All Over Guardiola After Loss

David Wilson — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 04:01:35 GMT

Barcelona have now gone two matches without winning and according to Juli?n Ruiz, Barcelona are a team in crisis. Ruiz writes in El Mundo today: ?In the second half, Barcelona were a team without
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UEFA Looking Into Gattuso Head-Butt Incident

David Wilson — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 03:23:23 GMT

UEFA has opened a disciplinary investigation against AC Milan captain Gennaro Gattuso after he head-butted a Tottenham assistant coach at the end of a heated Champions League match. UEFA?s disciplin
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Chelsea Announce Loss Of £68.6m

David Wilson — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 01:55:28 GMT

Interesting that Chelsea announced their financial figures on the day that they are set to sign Fernando Torres for around ?48m. Chelsea are spinning it that for the financial year end June 30, 2010
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USA v Egypt Friendly Canceled

David Wilson — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 01:41:04 GMT

The USA-Egypt friendly scheduled for Feb. 9th in Cairo has been canceled. The unstable situation in Egypt brought on by political unrest has led to the cancellation of the friendly. ?We were excite
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Transfer Record Smashed as Torres and Carrol Both Move

David Wilson — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 01:18:05 GMT

The British transfer record was smashed twice in an hour as Liverpool paid ?35m for Newcastle?s England forward Andy Carroll and then turned around and sold Fernando Torres to Chelsea for the staggeri
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Manchester United Best Supported Club In Europe

David Wilson — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 03:07:44 GMT

Manchester United are officially the best supported club in Europe according to Futebol Finance. Futebol Finance based their analysis on attendances last season, and with an average Old Trafford att
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Should Ancelotti Atart To Bench Underperforming Stars?

David Wilson — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 01:39:43 GMT

Carlo Ancelotti has pretty much stayed with the big name Chelsea players over the past two months. From all indications that is about to change, and is that a good thing? The Mirror is reporting t
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Messi wins FIFA World Player Award

David Wilson — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 02:30:22 GMT

Lionel Messi tonight became the inaugural winner of the FIFA Ballon d?Or tonight in Zurich. Messi was selected ahead of Barcelona team-mates Xavi and Andres Iniesta. Messi who was simply brilliant l
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MLS To Add Team In NYC Before Miami

David Wilson — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 02:31:45 GMT

Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber was in Miami today for a town hall meeting and made some interesting comments about the MLS?s future expansion plans. Gerber was asked about of the possib
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Real Madrid?s Higuain to undergo back surgery

David Wilson — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 02:06:00 GMT

According to the Real Madrid website, Gonzalo Higuain will undergo back surgery for a herniated disc. Here is the full statement from Real Madrid: A magnetic resonance determined at the end of the
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Blackburn Rovers make £6.2m bid for AC Milan?s Ronaldinho

David Wilson — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 03:03:01 GMT

Blackburn Rovers owner Anuradha Desai says that Blackburn have made a formal offer of ?6.2m bid for AC Milan?s Ronaldinho. Rovers new owners are trying to recover for the bad press they received for
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Should the Galaxy let Beckham go on loan?

David Wilson — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 02:57:40 GMT

The British media are going crazy with the prospect of David Beckham returning to the Premier League, even if it is just for a twelve week loan period. But nobody seems to be asking whether the LA Gal
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Will Kaka leave Real Madrid in January?

David Wilson — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 02:51:59 GMT

Real Madrid is already a dominate team in La Liga but despite having already crushed through a number of teams, except Barcelona of course, they have done this without the services of Kaka. Although
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Kakuta signs new Chelsea deal

David Wilson — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 03:52:30 GMT

Good news. Gael Kakuta has signed new a four-and-a-half year contract with Chelsea. The 19-year-old winger made his debut in November 2009 having arrived at Stamford Bridge in July 2007 and has im
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Alisher Usmanov looking to increase Arsenal stake

David Wilson — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 03:47:06 GMT

Alisher Usmanov has said he wants to raise his stake in Arsenal Holdings Plc to 29.9%, which would help him to block any takeover attempts of the club. Usmanov, who currently holds 27% of Arsenal, m
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Unai Emery calls Jose Mourinho a crybaby

David Wilson — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 03:41:28 GMT

Jose Mourinho was labelled a ?crybaby? by the Valencia coach Unai Emery following his criticism of the match referee after Real Madrid?s 1-0 win over Seville on Sunday. After the match, Seville pres
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Samuel Eto?o voted African player of the year

David Wilson — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 03:32:43 GMT

Samuel Eto?o has been voted African player of the year for a record fourth time. Eto?o finished ahead of Ghana forward Asamoah Gyan and Ivory Coast striker Didier Drogba in votes cast by the coaches
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Chelsea move for Phil Jones put on hold

David Wilson — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 04:09:12 GMT

Chelsea were expected to make a ?15 million bid for Blackburn?s Phil Jones next month in the January transfer window. Jones has the potential to be a future England star and his signing would have g
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What does Chelsea do with Drogba?

David Wilson — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 03:39:15 GMT

It is getting to decision time for Chelsea?s management as far as Didier Drogba is concerned. Drogba has 18 months left on his current deal so this is the time that teams usually look to extend deals
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Carlos Tevez staying at Manchester City

David Wilson — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 03:36:55 GMT

What is it with Manchester football stars doing a 180-degree turnaround on wanting to leave their club? First is was Wayne Rooney making up with Manchester United and now comes news that Manchester
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Disagree with Leboeuf on Chelsea

David Wilson — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 01:53:40 GMT

Former Chelsea player Frank Leboeuf has written off Chelsea?s championship chances this season and says that the team is in decline. Leboeuf has been quoted as saying: ?It is hard for me to cri
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Anderson Aims For More Silverwares After New Deal With United

David Wilson — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 01:50:30 GMT

Returning after having a long injury lay off, Anderson has already showing signs of getting his performances into top gear in Manchester United?s last few macthes. The young Brazilian?s recent showing
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Are Cristiano Ronaldo and Iker Casillas feuding?

David Wilson — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 01:46:57 GMT

According to Cadena Ser of Spain, Cristiano Ronaldo and Iker Casillas have all but declared war on each other and are creating an uncomfortable rift between teammates, who have taken sides between the
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Will Carlo Ancelotti leave Chelsea at the end of the season?

David Wilson — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 01:59:45 GMT

Interesting article in today?s Sun that some Chelsea players believe that Carlo Ancelotti will leave Chelsea at the the end of the season as he is disillusioned with life at Stamford Bridge. Ancelot
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Will Ancelotti leave at the end of the season?

David Wilson — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 01:55:42 GMT

Man United beat Arsenal to move to top of table

David Wilson — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 01:46:11 GMT

Ji-Sung Park once again sunk Arsenal as Manchester United went back to the top of the Premier League. Park?s fourth goal in seven starts against the Gunners decided the Old Trafford showdown. Park p
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Lamps talks Spurs draw and penalties

David Wilson — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 01:59:33 GMT

Speaking on Chelsea TV today, Frank Lampard was really encouraged with Chelsea?s performance against Spurs, especially the Blues play in the second half. ?If we play with the spirit we played, I
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End Of The Dark Period For Chelsea?

David Wilson — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 01:47:39 GMT

Despite still failing to register a victory in their latest league game against Tottenham Hotspurs, Chelsea?s manager, Carlo Ancelotti, believes that his team have already get back into their previous
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Big Sam Fired By Blackburn

David Wilson — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 01:42:55 GMT

In a major surprise, Blackburn Rovers have fired Sam Allardyce, even though Blackburn are five points clear of the relegation zone and in no obvious danger of relegation. A statement on the Blackbur
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Post Game Reaction: Spurs v Chelsea

David Wilson — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 09:50:26 GMT

Here are some of Carlo Ancelotti?s comments after Chelsea got a point at Spurs today. On Chelsea?s Performance ?We played well today. We started the game well but we changed our idea of play w
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Tevez puts in transfer request

David Wilson — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 09:29:54 GMT

Carlos Tevez shocked Manchester City yesterday by putting in a written transfer request saying that he wants to return to Buenos Aires to play for Boca Juniors and be with wife Vanesa and daughters Fl
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Schweinsteiger signs new Bayern Munich contract

David Wilson — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 09:22:49 GMT

A couple of British newspapers were reporting that Manchester United were in discussions with Bayern Munich over a possible deal for Bastian Schweinsteiger. Those conversations are now dead with the n
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UEFA President Platini, French Players Deserved Lifetime Bans

David Wilson — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 09:09:14 GMT

It?s a good thing for the French footballers that were punished for their unruly actions this summer in the World Cup that they didn?t have to answer to UEFA president Michel Platini.The former Les Bl
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Sepp Blatter Calls England ?Bad Losers?

David Wilson — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 03:31:59 GMT

Is Sepp Blatter the worst president of any sports organization in the world? I think so. Blatter, the president of FIFA, has faced a world-wind of challenges in the last year from horrific officiati
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Barcelona to put sponsors name on shirts?

David Wilson — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 03:19:27 GMT

Our FC Barcelona fan site is reporting that Barcelona are considering putting a sponsors name on their shirts. From the article: One of the things that has set Barcelona apart from other teams is th
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Is Drogba Finished?

David Wilson — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 03:16:06 GMT

This a question many fans are asking after another poor display from the Blues last night. On his return to his former club Olympique Marseille, there was a lot of excitement and expectation that Drog
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England?s 2018 Bid Failure Blamed On Media

David Wilson — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 04:19:53 GMT

FIFA Vice President Jack Warner has responded to allegations that he was one of the 5 men who betrayed England?s bid to vote differently after giving both Prime Minister David Cameron and Prince Willi
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Cech Explain The Causes for Chelsea?s Bad Period

David Wilson — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 02:20:35 GMT

Having failed to win in their last five league games has finally worried the Chelsea?s camp as their tactician, Carlo Ancelotti already voiced out his concern with his team?s current performance after
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Newcastle fire Chris Hughton

David Wilson — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 02:34:10 GMT

Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley proved once again that he is not fit to own a Premier League club. Ashley fired manager Chris Hughton despite newly promoted Newcastle being in 10th place in the lea
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England Reveal Names Of Five Who Did Not Support Bid

David Wilson — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 02:31:44 GMT

A couple of days back we profiled here on STO FIFA?s 22 man executive committee who would be involved in the voting process that would see the rights for the 2018 and 2022 World Cup tournaments given
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Post game reaction: Chelsea v Everton

David Wilson — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 07:59:04 GMT

Here are some of Carlo Ancelotti?s comments after Chelsea dropped two more points at home to Everton today. The Blues have now won just once in their last six league games and Ancelotti was clearly
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Chamakh Reveals Secret In Winning The Fans? Heart

David Wilson — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 07:50:41 GMT

Experiencing his first season at the premier league with Arsenal, it doesn?t take long for Marouane Chamakh to take away the fans heart although the season is still at it?s early phase. Aside from h
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Perez: It Was The Worst Game In The History Of Madrid

David Wilson — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 07:48:00 GMT

There is nothing worse than having to write about the losses your beloved team endures. Fortunately for me though, the club i keenly follow is having their best start to their season in close to 6 yea
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December shaping up to be a huge month

David Wilson — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 02:37:50 GMT

December is a massive month for Chelsea The wheels have come off the Chelsea wagon in recent weeks as the team has been making the wrong kind of headlines both on and off the field. Chelsea migh
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Real Madrid?s Higuain out for 2 months

David Wilson — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 02:16:33 GMT

Our Real Madrid fan site is reporting that Real Madrid forward Gonzalo Higuain will be sidelined for two months with a hernia in his lower back. Higuain has scored 10 goals from 17 appearances in all
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Man United stunned by Hammers in Carling Cup

David Wilson — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 02:05:10 GMT

West Ham United shocked holders Manchester United 4-0 in the quarter-finals of the Carling Cup. AmericanJonathan Spector was the hero for West Ham and he grabbed a pair of goals in the first-half to s
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Mourinho given one game ban by UEFA

David Wilson — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 01:59:37 GMT

Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has been handed a one-match Champions League ban and a fine after UEFA found him guilty of improper conduct relating to the recent dismissals of playersXabi Alonso and
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Ronaldinho?s Playing Days Are Over

David Wilson — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 01:41:36 GMT

Lets face it, this is Ronaldinho?s last season in competitive football. The Brazilian midfielder is seeing less and less of the pitch and more and more of the bench under Milan?s new coach Massimilian
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FIFA 2018 And 2022 Hosts To be Known In A week

David Wilson — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 01:34:27 GMT

December is a big month globally as well as in the realms of the beautiful game. To start off, 1st Dec is the World Aids day and the following day is a day all football lovers will be eagerly awaiting
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Berbatov?s Agent Denies Transfer Rumors

David Wilson — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 02:30:10 GMT

Manchester United forward Dimitar Berbatov is often considered the odd-man-out of the equation with his club. The pricey transfer from Tottenham has never really been fully embraced by the fans at Old
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Kansas City Wizards Evolve Into Sporting Kansas City

David Wilson — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 02:29:04 GMT

Once upon a time the Kansas City Whiz became the Kansas City Wizards. And now following news of a new stadium opening next season, the club has also decided tochange theiruniforms, add a new logo, and
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Mourinho: Kaka Will Be Madrid?s January Signing

David Wilson — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 01:36:01 GMT

Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has come out to dispel the rumours that Brazilian play maker Kaka will be leaving the Bernabeu in January. Kaka has been injured since June and an operation on his knee
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MLS Expands Playoffs, Considers More Changes

David Wilson — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 01:30:00 GMT

The MLS is becoming more and more popular eachand every yearand the 2011 season will be the first campaign in which 10 different teams will make the playoffs. MLS commissioner Don Garber announced the
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Redknapp Believes In Spurs? Title Shot

David Wilson — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 01:28:16 GMT

One of the many risks of spending money on record-setting transfer fees and player wages is that you can acquire some players that feel as if they have already won. In other words with all the guarant
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Is Ancelotti Unhappy?

David Wilson — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 10:25:28 GMT

Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti is said to be considering his future at Chelsea, according to the Daily Express. A poor run of form plus the departure of Ray Wilkins, someone Ancelotti did not want t
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Toure Wants More Effort From High Priced Teammates

David Wilson — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 10:10:22 GMT

Who will be this seasons top goalscorer in the Premiership?

David Wilson — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 09:58:45 GMT

Who will be this seasons top goalscorer in the English Premiership? At the start of the season there would have been a few obvious candidates and a number of outside shots who still, clearly, had a re
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Colorado Rapids Win MLS Cup

David Wilson — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 09:52:50 GMT

It took a deflected goal in overtime, but the Colorado Rapids finally beat FC Dallas 2-1 to secure their first MLS Cup. In the second half of overtime, Rapids substitute Macoumba Kandji took a long
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DeMerit Becomes Whitecaps First Player

David Wilson — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 02:51:30 GMT

U.S. national team defender Jay DeMerit has finally found work. The former English second tier Watford player has been looking to hook up with a new club sincehis contract expired this summer, but str
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MLS Awards MVP To David Ferreira

David Wilson — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 02:48:59 GMT

And the winner of MLS MVPis David Ferreira? The nameslipped off of the ESPN reporters tongue withsuch unfamiliarity that it soundedlike it was as challenging a pronunciationasJarrod Saltalamacchia o
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Ancelotti Set To Gamble On Alex and Terry Fitness Problems

David Wilson — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 02:36:26 GMT

The 3-0 defeat that Chelsea had last weekend against Sunderland seems to cause a little bit panic in the team as the Blues reportedly are ready to take a risk in playing their unfit center backs, Alex
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Former Liverpool Co-Owner Owes Big Bucks

David Wilson — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 02:30:06 GMT

Where?s the money Lebowski? Or better yet where?s the money George Gillet Jr.? The former Liverpool co-owner may be the biggest deadbeat alive second to the Dude (who writes checks of less than a
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Ronaldo furious at Nani

David Wilson — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 01:55:16 GMT

Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo is furious at Manchester United?s Nani for denying him one of the greatest goals of his career. Ronaldo made an unbelievable move in the box last night while pla
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Alves most likely leaving Barcelona

David Wilson — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 01:52:28 GMT

A bit of a shock to me but reports from Spain suggest that Barcelona defender, Dani Alves is set to leave the Blaugrana after both sides failed to meet an agreement on a new contract. With Mancheste
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Mourinho Continues To Inspire Real Madrid Wins

David Wilson — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 01:48:36 GMT

Jose Mourinho has been known to speak his mind from time to time. In fact it seems like every other week I?m writing a blog about something the Special One said. But I suppose when you have such a nic
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Barcelona To Sign Dutch Midfielder Affelay

David Wilson — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 01:40:03 GMT

Spanish giants Barcelona have long had a relationship with Dutch Players and managers. From the Johann Cruyff era to Kluivert, Cocu, Davids, Van Basten, Overmars and Van Bommel days, Barcelona have bu
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Schellas Hyndman Awarded MLS Coach of the Year

David Wilson — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 02:25:25 GMT

FC Dallas coach Schellas Hyndman was awarded the high honor of Coach of the Year for the 2010 MLS season. Hyndman, a former college coach with SMU for 24 years, joined the Dallas club in the middle of
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Arsenal?s Future Keeper

David Wilson — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 02:23:12 GMT

Wojciech Szczesny is not only the world?s greatest name to use in a game of hang man; he?s also the future of the Arsenal Gunners. Well at least Arsenal is hoping that the young Polish keeper can one
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Arsenal?s Future Keeper

David Wilson — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 02:21:29 GMT

A Blue Day At Stamford Bridge As Sunderland Humiliated Chelsea

David Wilson — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 02:17:58 GMT

A shocking day occurred for the current Premier League leader, Chelsea, as they were surprisingly beaten by Sunderland at Stamford Bridge by a massive 3-0 scoreline that makes the home crowd left with
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A Blue Day At Stamford Bridge As Sunderland Humiliated Chelsea

David Wilson — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 02:17:33 GMT

Bolton?s price for avoiding relegation is steep

David Wilson — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 02:08:22 GMT

Bolton fired manager Gary Megson midway through last season and hired Owen Coyle away from neighbor Burnley, with goal of avoiding relegation. Coyle succeeded, but the cost was steep for Bolton. About
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Wayne Rooney Burned In Effigy

David Wilson — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 03:26:54 GMT

It?s been a tough year for Wayne Rooney. Not only has the Manchester United forward struggled on the pitch with only one Premier League goal and a boatload of injuries, but the oncebeloved Englishman
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US Women Need Win Over Italy For World Cup Berth

David Wilson — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 03:24:39 GMT

The U.S. women national team?sdominating careerWorld Cup qualifying record of 19-0 took an unfortunate hit a week back when the former Cup champs suffered a surprising defeat to Mexico 2-1. The semifi
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CAF African Footballer Of The Year Shortlist Revealed

David Wilson — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 03:18:11 GMT

CAF has released its shortlist for the African Football of the Year with a number of regular star players missing from the list. This year?s award will be hotly contested by Chelsea?s Didier Drogba, I
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Rooney In Exile Much Like Tiger Was

David Wilson — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 03:13:22 GMT

The similarities between Tiger Woods fall from grace compared to Wayne Rooney?s is remarkable. Both men were at one time considered the face of their sport and the best marketing tool used to promot
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Drogba Suffered From Malaria

David Wilson — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 03:10:06 GMT

Didier Drogba missed weeks of football due to having what has now been diagnosed as malaria. The Chelsea star, who led the league in goals last season, has 6 goals in 10 appearances this season, but h
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Gerrard Is ?Living A Dream?

David Wilson — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 02:03:54 GMT

30 year old Steven Gerrard is fully aware of the sacrifices he has made over the last five years by remaining a Red when it was soeasy to become a Blue, but the England national team leader recently c
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Samson Siasia: Chelsea System Destroyed Mikel

David Wilson — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 02:01:24 GMT

Nigeria coach Samson Siasia has advised Chelsea player John Obi Mikel to quit the Blues if he wants to re-capture his flair and attacking instincts. According to Siasia, Mikel lost his flair when he
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Tottenham?s Bale ?Kills Maicon? In Shock Upset

David Wilson — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 02:14:34 GMT

Tottenham Hotspur pulled off an unthinkable 3-1 upset this weekagainst last year?s treble winners and defending Champions League winners of Inter Milan and the English club was able to beat the Italia
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Is Barcelona a one man team?

David Wilson — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 02:10:59 GMT

Interesting post on our Barcelona Fan Site about Lionel Messi has now scored 100 goals since Pep Guardiola took over as Barca manager. In that time period, Barca have scored 332 goals. The remarka
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Toronto FC hires Juergen Klinsmann as an adviser

David Wilson — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 01:21:04 GMT

Toronto FC have announced on their web site that they have hired Juergen Klinsmann as an adviser. ?We?re honoured to work with a football icon like J?rgen and to have access to his wealth of experi
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Inspiring Gareth Bale Helped Spurs Beat Inter

David Wilson — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 00:52:36 GMT

After almost amazingly snatched a point in their Champions League group stage?s match at San Siro couple of weeks ago, Tottenham Hotspurs repays their failure with a much more staggering result by bea
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Milan Must Beat Madrid To Progress To Knock Out Stage

David Wilson — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 00:48:39 GMT

Champions League action resumes today and tomorrow and the match many are waiting for with bated breathe, takes at the San Siro tomorrow when AC Milan host Real Madrid in the return leg fixture of the
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FIFA World Cup Vote Expected To Stay On Schedule

David Wilson — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 01:22:54 GMT

Despite the fact that FIFA officialsare currently being investigated for bribery and collusion allegations involved with allegedly attempting to sell theirthe 2018 and 2022 World Cup secret ballot vot
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Ferguson Closed January Transfers Ideas

David Wilson — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 01:16:51 GMT

Manchester United?s boss, Sir Alex Ferguson, once again shuts down the recent rumors saying about his club?s potential move in the transfer market next January after revealing to the media that he won
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Chicharito Nearly Quit Football In 2009

David Wilson — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 01:13:25 GMT

Chicharito mania has taken Old Trafford by storm. The young Mexican forward, originally named Javier Hernandez, has been one of the most valuable players in the English Premier League during his debut
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Hollier Warns Young Players Of Many Pitfalls

David Wilson — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 01:07:31 GMT

I?ve heard of controlling coaches before, but Aston Villa?s new manager Gerard Hollier might take the cake. And considering he?s French perhaps he should take the croissant as well. Hollier recent
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Galliani: Milan Open To Kaka Move

David Wilson — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 02:59:00 GMT

AC Milan Vice President Adriano Galliani seems to be sending out mixed messages as he refused to rule out a possible return for Real Madrid midfielder Kaka. Galliani who less than a week ago rubbish
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Tevez To Recover Injury Back Home

David Wilson — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 02:56:31 GMT

It seems that Manchester City?s 3-0 defeat against Arsenal is inflicting more problems for the Eastland?s side as they could loose their talismanic captain, Carlos Tevez, who was injured and needed mo
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Bosingwa Eager For More Playing Time After Recovery

David Wilson — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 02:44:31 GMT

After spending months on the sideline, Chelsea?s right back, Jose Bosingwa, finally gets back into The Blues? first team squad in the last couples of games. This comeback success bring lots of joy f
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Is Michael Owen Made Of Glass?

David Wilson — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 02:41:56 GMT

Manchester United reserve forward and former Three Lions man Michael Owen must be made of glass because it seems as if every other month the Englishman goes down with a significant injury knock. In fa
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The Ten Toughest Coaching Jobs In Professional Sports

David Wilson — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 02:39:21 GMT

You can choose your own order, but here are the ten toughest franchises to coach at currently in all of professional and college sports (three soccer teams included): 10) Oakland Raiders Al Davis
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FIFA Ballon D?or Nominees Revealed

David Wilson — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 02:30:23 GMT

It?s that time of year once again when the whole footballing world waits with baited breathe to see who will be crowned the best player in Europe and the World. However, there is a different twist t
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MLS Legend Jaime Moreno Exits League Highest Career Scorer

David Wilson — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 03:38:05 GMT

If you walked down a busy street anywhere in America (other then Washington D.C.) few people could tell you who Jaime Moreno is. If you walked down the same street and mentioned David Beckham nearly e
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FIFA Widens Probe In World Cup Vote Selling

David Wilson — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 03:34:59 GMT

FIFA has reportedly widened their probe regarding vote selling by two FIFA officials last week. Amos Adamu of Nigeria and Reynald Temarii from Tahitiwere bothcaught on video tape allegedlyagreeing to
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Rooney Becomes United?s Highest Paid Player

David Wilson — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 13:09:29 GMT

England striker Wayne Rooney finally ended the rumours surrounding his future when he put pen to paper on Friday and signed a new 5 year contract with the Red Devils. Rooney?s new deal will make him t
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Toronto FC Is Practically Giving Away Tickets

David Wilson — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 13:07:37 GMT

Toronto FC is giving away free tickets. The mediocre club that has only been around for four seasons is having a free ticket night promotion that will be the debut home match next season to win back t
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Busted World Cup Ref Pleads Not Guilty

David Wilson — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 13:05:03 GMT

To most people Byron Moreno is just another name like Joe Schmo or John Smith, but to fans of Italy?s national football club Moreno?s name is one of the most sickening that can ever be uttered. Moreno
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Russia Removed From 2022 World Cup Selection

David Wilson — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 13:00:10 GMT

Russia has pulled out of the bid for the 2022 World Cup and no it wasn?t a decision made because of the recent corruption charges two FIFA officials received for their role in allegedly attempting to
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Torres Ends Goal Drought, Leads The Reds To Victory

David Wilson — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 12:55:58 GMT

After being hammered by various critics lately, Liverpool?s striker Fernando Torres finally show glimpse of his quality as the Spanish international seems to reprise his old self by netting the winnin
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Chelsea Rolled Over Wolves To Stay Top

David Wilson — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 12:50:16 GMT

Chelsea keep their pace at the top of the Premier League after grabbing an important victory against their visitor, Wolverhampton Wanderers, 2-0 at Stamford Bridge this Saturday. Despite facing a to
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Rooney explains why he is leaving Man United

David Wilson — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 01:43:47 GMT

The Wayne Rooney saga took another twist today when Rooney released a statement about why he want to leave the most successful English team of the last six years. Rooney?s statement read: ?I met
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FIFA Suspends Officials

David Wilson — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 01:34:25 GMT

FIFA?s ethics panel has suspended two officials for their role in a World Cup vote-selling scandal. The two officials, Amos Adamu of Nigeria and Reynald Temarii from Tahiti, were allegedly tricked by
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Bocanegra Out For 20 Days With Neck Sprain

David Wilson — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 01:27:52 GMT

Saint-Etienne defender Carlos Bocanegra is expected to miss around three weeks of action with a sprained neck according to reports from his French camp. The U.S. national team captain was injured last
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Wayne Rooney set to leave Manchester United

David Wilson — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 02:11:49 GMT

The young English striker appears set to leave Manchester United. As detailed here just before the weekend the Manchester United striker is seemingly do all he can to leave the club from North West En
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Red Alert At Old Trafford

David Wilson — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 02:10:01 GMT

Manchester United was able to shake off the attention surrounding the Rooney-less squad earlier today and win a close Champions League match 1-0 over Bursaspor. But the long term hopes of the team wou
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EPL Squads Look Strong In the Champions League

David Wilson — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 02:03:19 GMT

Let?s take a look at the EPL squads following 3 matches of Champions League group qualfyingwith 3 matches left before the start of the knockout rounds: Chelsea: They truly are playing video game soc
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FIFA?s Voting System For Hosting Nation Comes Into Question

David Wilson — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 03:46:06 GMT

British Sunday Times recently reported in a shocking revelation that FIFA executive committee members Amos Adamu and Reynald Temarii both offered to sell their FIFA 2018 and 2022 hosting nation secret
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Rooney To Quit United, Where Will He Go?

David Wilson — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 03:39:39 GMT

Wayne Rooney has once again hit the headlines this days, after his personal life that gets the wild exposure not his future at Manchester United has become an interesting consumable rumors in today?s
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New Liverpool Owner Is No Sheikh

David Wilson — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 03:36:39 GMT

Boston Red Sox and new Liverpool Football Club owner John Henry is excited about the prospect of taking over a struggling, historical franchise and rebuilding them for greatness. But don?t expect the
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Rooney To Chelsea?

David Wilson — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 03:28:47 GMT

England Striker Wayne Rooney?s career at Manchester United might be nearing an end if rumours doing the rounds are anything to go by. Rooney dip in form, extra marital allegations and spat with United
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Carlo Ancelotti Interested In England Manager Role

David Wilson — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 04:21:31 GMT

Chelsea manager, Carlo Ancelotti reveals an interesting statement recently saying that in the future he could follow his fellow countryman, Fabio Capello?s footsteps in becoming the coach of England n
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The Anfield Rap

David Wilson — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 04:16:18 GMT

That was the name of a football song sang by the club in the eighties, as a traditional FA Cup Final song that the two finalists used to always do. But it is apt at present, as there appears to be som
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Barcelona Announce Massive Losses

David Wilson — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 04:13:48 GMT

Spanish giants FC Barcelona have announced losses of 79 million Euros for the 2009/2010 season this is in addition to their 430 million Euro debt. Club President Sandro Rosell however, is re-assuring
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Chelsea Face Injury Crisis Ahead Of Villa Clash

David Wilson — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 03:21:02 GMT

Chelsea?s injury issues doesn?t get better even after having two weeks international break as instead of getting some of their injured players such as Frank Lampard, Salomon Kalou and Yossi Benayoun b
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Marseille Prepare To Take Nigel De Jong To Court

David Wilson — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 03:18:08 GMT

Newcastle United isn?t the only club furious with Manchester City defensive midfielder Nigel de Jong for his hard tackle on Hatem Ben Arfa that broke the player?s leg in two different places. French c
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Europe, not the USA, to host the 2018 FIFA World Cup

David Wilson — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 03:07:39 GMT

The 2014 FIFA World Cup is destined to be held in Brazil. The hosts for the 2018 and 2022 FIFA World Cup?s have yet to be decided. It was, on Friday evening, made clear that the host of the 2018 FIFA
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Ferguson states Torres is a cheat

David Wilson — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 03:40:51 GMT

The wording was precise. It was not that Torres had cheated, or had tried to cheat. It was categorical. Fernando Torres is a cheat. The Manchetser United manager Sir Alex Ferguson, avoiding all the ex
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Sit down if you love football

David Wilson — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 14:16:00 GMT

We are less than an hour away from the big game of the weekend in the EPL with fierce rivals Manchester United and Liverpool going head to head at Old Trafford. Manchester United can go within one p
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Liverpool Financial Dilemma Might Get Even Worse

David Wilson — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 11:57:34 GMT

The Liverpool Reds, who play tomorrow Sunday September 19th against Manchester United, reportedly ?teeter on the edge of a financial abyss? according to a new report from ESPNsoccernet. The popular sp
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Moratti To Start Kaka Talks In November

David Wilson — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 11:50:26 GMT

Inter Milan are lining up what could possibly be the biggest shock transfer ever in modern day footballing circles. According to Inter president Massimo Moratti, he is prepared to begin negotiation
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Eto?o: Messi Did Not Want Me To Leave

David Wilson — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 11:44:48 GMT

Inter?s hero of the day yesterday Samuel Eto?o has for the first time shed some light on his infamous departure from Spanish giants Barcelona. According to Eto?o, Lionel Messi tried to persuade Guardi
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Premier League Sides Disappoint In Champions League Debut

David Wilson — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 03:41:01 GMT

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson not only included Wayne Rooney in the startinglineup today against Rangers, but the legendary boss made 10 changes in the starting eleven from the draw they rec
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Liverpool affirm European credentials and N?Gog proves he deserves more than the occasional chance

David Wilson — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 03:34:40 GMT

Liverpool comfortably defeated Steaua Bucharest despite resting their three most important players, namely, Steven Gerrard, Jamie Carragher and Fernando Torres. The final score was 4-1, thanks to a
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Emerging Talents To Keep an Eye on

David Wilson — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 03:16:32 GMT

In the late 90s, Ronaldo took the World by storm when he signed for Spanish giants Barcelona. The then 20 year old was the new sensation in European football circles. Scoring an amazing 47 goals in 49
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Which Football Player Makes More Money Per Week?

David Wilson — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 07:53:03 GMT

With Serie A players threatening to strike in less then three weeks time and the NFL collective bargaining agreement nearing it?s end following the 2010 season, the question of money and sports seems
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Rooney Benched Due To ?Terrible Abuse? At Goodison Park

David Wilson — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 07:41:04 GMT

Sir Alex Ferguson may have a policy where he doesn?t discuss footballers personally lives away from the pitch, but that certainly doesn?t mean that the coach doesn?t allow these incidents to affect wh
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Ronaldo, The Sports Agent and Marketing Whiz?

David Wilson — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 07:29:36 GMT

Brazilian World Cup and European football legend Ronaldo is beginning to discuss his post-football career and the all time World Cup leading goal scorerhas already announced that he ishanging up the b
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The Strange & Surprising Return of Becks

David Wilson — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 07:23:47 GMT

LA Galaxy superstar David Beckham returned to the pitch Saturday night against the Columbus Crew and his arrival back to the MLSmade fora fewfascinating storylines. First off, it is pretty unbelievabl
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FIFA President Blatter Considers Adding the Golden Goal

David Wilson — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 07:10:03 GMT

FIFA president Sepp Blatter wants more exciting finishes to matches. In other words he doesn?t want to watch a tournament where both teams are content settling for draws. The FIFA president has often
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Serie A?s Highest Paid Players

David Wilson — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 07:06:22 GMT

Its always fascinating to know how much the football stars earn. Not because its of any benefit to their millions of fans but mostly because it can be used as a weapon to criticise them if they fai
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Maradona To Celebrate Landmark Birthday In Napoli

David Wilson — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:34:31 GMT

Arguably the world?s best player (depending on which side of the spectrum you choose to see him from), Diego Armando Maradona is set to give Italian football fans especially those in Napoli a surprise
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Del Bosque Warns Spain Against Over Confidence

David Wilson — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:32:26 GMT

Tuesday provides a mouth watering friendly clash between two of the games biggest football nations- Argentina v Spain. Spain has dominated world football these past two years. La Furia Roja are not
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Ronaldinho To Return To Brazil Squad

David Wilson — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:24:20 GMT

Finally, after ranting and raving for the inclusion of Ronaldinho in the Brazilian national team, coach Mano Menezes had heard the cries of his millions of fans across the globe. Menezes has given t
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Harry Redknapp AKA The Wheeler & Dealer

David Wilson — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:09:55 GMT

Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp apparently does not like being associated with the term ?wheeler and dealer?. The well respected coach, who has been known to buy and sell players more often t
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France?s New Era Begins Much Like the Last

David Wilson — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 04:49:22 GMT

France and new coach Laurent Blancwere unsuccessful in their debut match of the European 2012 qualifiers.And Les Bleus new eraunder the successful former World Cupwinning footballer would begin much l
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John Arne Riise Plans On Moving To the MLS

David Wilson — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 04:40:47 GMT

Roma defender John Arne Riise recently revealed his next dream destination and it wasn?tto an expected destination likeBarcelona, Real Madrid, Chelsea, AC Milan,Inter Milan, Manchester United, or even
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Rooney Accused In Yet Another Alleged Sex Scandal

David Wilson — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 04:21:26 GMT

Wayne Rooney may not have scored a goal since last March on the pitch, but theEnglishman has been accused of scoring off of the pitch in a Tiger Woods type of scenario according to reports this Sund
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Despite Green & Gold Protest, Old Trafford Attendance Still Doing Well

David Wilson — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 03:27:36 GMT

Manchester United chief executive David Gill recently admitted that the club failed to reach their targeted season ticket number of 54,000 by only a few thousand this season. And of course the Green a
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No Vuvuzelas Will Be Heard This Champions League

David Wilson — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 03:22:43 GMT

The UEFA has banned the popular South African horn from entering stadiums this upcoming year. All 53 nations involved in the Champions League and European Championship have been ordered to disallow th
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MLS Attendance Up over 7%

David Wilson — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 05:36:31 GMT

MLS Daily (http://www.mls-daily.com/) keeps a running tab of MLS attendance figures, and through this past weekend?s games MLS attendance is up 7.03% over this time last season. Considering the econ
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Some surprise as Premier League teams announce squads

David Wilson — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 05:33:13 GMT

For the first time Premier League teams had to name a 25-man squad for the first half of the EPL season and there was a couple of surprises. All 20 clubs had to submit a squad of up to 25 players co
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Rooney?s Slump Buster

David Wilson — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 09:14:15 GMT

It took 1,114 minutes for it to happen, but Wayne Rooney has scored yetagain. And I must pat myself on the back considering I predicted it to happen last weekend, but then again I also predicted Way
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Bob Bradley Extended With USA National Team For Four Years

David Wilson — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 09:08:41 GMT

Sorry Aston Villa and other European suitors, but Bob Bradley isn?t going anywhere. The American coach that was often rumored to be leaving is coming back for another four year stint with the USA nati
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Adidas Inks New Deal With MLS To Remain League?s Sponsor

David Wilson — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 09:04:42 GMT

When you think of NBA basketball shoes the first image that comes to mind is a swoosh. When you think of MLS soccer shoes the first image that shouldcome to mindare those three little hash marks.
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Is Mancini Already On the Hot Seat?

David Wilson — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 08:08:56 GMT

Roberto Mancini has one of the best worst jobs in professional sports. Being the manager of a team as ambitious as Manchester City is right up there with being the head honcho of Notre Dame?s college
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World Cup Ref Admits Crucial Mistake, Credits Instant Replay

David Wilson — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 08:02:37 GMT

Well better late then never. World Cup final referee Howard Webb recently admitted that he blew a call in the World Cup?s final match of Spain verses the Netherlands. The official is now saying t
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Liverpool sell Mascherano and immediately sign a £10.7 million replacement

David Wilson — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 07:52:36 GMT

Liverpool have agreed to sell Javier Mascherano to Barcelona for a fee rumoured to be ?18 million. Almost immediately after the deal was announced rumours started to surface in reputable places t
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FIFA Wants Professional Refs

David Wilson — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 07:49:07 GMT

FIFA president Sepp Blatter recently stated that he believes World Cup referees should be full time officials if they want to serve in the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. Blatter apologized several times
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Is This The Week Wayne Rooney Will Finally Score?

David Wilson — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 03:44:53 GMT

There once was a timewhen predicting a Wayne Rooney goal wasn?t a bold prediction at all. But that was back last spring time when the Manchester United star was scoring more goals with his noggin then
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Man United v Rangers and AC Milan v Real Madrid highlight Champions League Draw

David Wilson — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 03:40:40 GMT

Today?s Champions Leagye draw set up another Battle of Britain and will see Kaka return to the San Siro against AC Milan. Harry Redknapp?s Tottenham, who secured their first appearance in the Champi
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Diego Milito Named UEFA Player of the Year

David Wilson — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 03:23:40 GMT

Inter Milan achieved a clean sweep of the 2010 UEFA Club Football Awards in Monaco, the first time such a feat has been achieved since the awards? inception in 1998. Diego Milito, who scored both
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Inter Dominates UEFA Champions League Awards Ceremony

David Wilson — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 03:20:11 GMT

Inter Milan, last years treble winners, dominated the UEFA Champions League Awards ceremony by having a representative win every single award given out for last year?s title winning effort. Juli
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Hats Off To Crouch & Tottenham

David Wilson — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 03:56:07 GMT

Peter Crouch and Tottenham rolled over Swiss Club Young Boys earlier today in the Champions Leaguetwo match aggregate by a score of6-3. The Spurs entered the second match down 3-2 after scoring two
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Manchester City Prepare To Deal Robinho

David Wilson — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 03:45:39 GMT

Manchester Citymanager Roberto Mancini recently admitted thatthe Brazilian star Robinhohas ?two or three good options? to choose from regarding his new destination. The manager stressed his desire to
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Mourinho Admits Man City Is the Place To Be

David Wilson — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 03:43:15 GMT

Jose Mourinho has won more consecutive trophies then just about any coach in any league in any sport for that matter. The Special One moved to Real Madrid this summer and the spend-happy team fro
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Brazil Scolded By President For World Cup Building Issues

David Wilson — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 03:38:53 GMT

Now that the 2010 South African hosted FIFA World Cup is over, the time has come to look to 2014 when the world?s most popular sports event will be played in Brazil. And the elite Brazilian fo
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Beckham Remains Highest Paid In the MLS

David Wilson — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:41:53 GMT

David Beckham has yet to play a single minute this MLS season, but the former Manchester United midfielder is still the highest paid player in the American league this season. Sir Goldenballs top
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Braga knocks Sevilla out of Champions League

David Wilson — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 10:05:38 GMT

Brago shocked Sevilla in the Champions League play-offs as a hat-trick from Lima allowed Braga to win 4-3 against Sevilla in Spain and progress 5-3 on aggregate. Braga held a 1-0 lead following the
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Bob Bradley Admits Interest In Aston Villa Job

David Wilson — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 07:33:52 GMT

USA national team coach Bob Bradley apparentlyhas bigger dreams then continuing to coach the United States in international play.The American coach hopes to be the first of note tomanage a top Europ
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Are the Yanks Facing An Uphill Battle In the EPL?

David Wilson — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 07:28:01 GMT

Fulham forward Eddie Johnson claims that United States players are still ?fighting for respect? in the EPL and the twenty six year old even suggested that few teams would consider giving a Yank a s
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Is This The End Of Robinho?

David Wilson — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 05:31:57 GMT

Brazilian forward Robinho?s club career seems to be taking new dimensions as he is reported to have agreed to join Turkish club Besiktas. Robinho has never really looked like the player we all came to
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Arsenal close to signing Squillaci

David Wilson — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 04:51:20 GMT

Sebastien Squillaci, of Sevilla, is almost an Arsenal player. Arsene Wenger, the Arsenal coach, has confirmed that his club are in negotiations with Sevilla to sign the centre back but has insisted
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Santos To Make Neymar Their Highest Paid Player

David Wilson — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 03:45:59 GMT

The Neymar transfer saga seems to be ending at least for now. English champions Chelsea are set to withdraw their offer as Santos are bound to make Neymar their highest paid player ever. Many are
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Manchester City sign Milner but is he worth £26 million?

David Wilson — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 03:41:52 GMT

Sami Khedira moved to Real Madrid from Stuttgart for a fee rumoured to be ?11 million. That was after an impressive 2010 World Cup performance for Germany where he established himself as one of the
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Can anyone beat the top Drog?

David Wilson — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 04:34:38 GMT

With the Premier League season only a game old, punters who chose to put their money on Didier Drogba as this season?s Golden Boot winner may be forgiven for feeling just a little bit confident that t
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Ties Delicately Poised In Champions League play-offs

David Wilson — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 04:32:33 GMT

With six of the eight first-leg Champions League play-off games ending with a one goal advantage, all the ties are delicately poised heading into the second leg next week. On Tuesday, Spurs came f
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Sam Allardyce, £100 million, Blackburn Rovers and a new Indian owner

David Wilson — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 04:28:02 GMT

Blackburn Rovers confirmed on Wednesday evening that they are in discussions with an Indian businessman, Ahsan Ali Syed, who has proposed a takeover of the club. The takeover bid seemingly also inc
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Is This the End of the Foreign-Born Coach in England?

David Wilson — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 06:21:17 GMT

Fabio Capello recently admitted that he was surprised that the Three Lions front office decided to keep him. The foreign-born coach hopes to be the first ever to win a World Cup for his adopted nat
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Nigeria?s Odemwingie Signs For West Brom

David Wilson — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 06:08:07 GMT

Promoted Premier League club West Bromwich Albion have signed Super Eagles striker Peter Odemwingie from Russian outfit Lokomotiv Moscow on a three year contract. Odemwingie revealed that although G
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UEFA player of the year nominees named

David Wilson — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 04:04:14 GMT

UEFA has announced the 12 nominees for the UEFA Club Footballer of the Year. The award will be presented during the UEFA Champions League group stage draw in Monaco on Thursday 26 August. The nomi
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Beckham Will Reject Farewell Match

David Wilson — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 04:00:43 GMT

David Beckham reportedly plans to reject England national team manager Fabio Capello?s offer for a farewell match to say ?bye bye? to the Three Lions fans. A source close to Beckham said that such
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Rooney nominated for UEFA player of the year

David Wilson — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 03:54:45 GMT

Who Will Be In The Top Four This Season?

David Wilson — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 03:49:42 GMT

1) Chelsea Last year?s double winners will at the least take home the EPL title once again. The team has had a fewlosses this offseason andcould alsolose Ashley Cole, but they have the most offen
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Beckham Has ?No Future? With the Three Lions

David Wilson — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 04:06:11 GMT

David Beckham has accumulated 115 caps over his England national team career. And the former captain apparentlywill only be offered the chance for one more before his career will be finishedduring
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Ole, Mascherano, Hleb, Barcelona & Liverpool?.is it true?

David Wilson — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 04:02:37 GMT

Spanish newspaper Ole is reporting that Javier Mascherano is joining Barcelona for ?12 million. Aleksander Hleb, formerly of Arsenal, is also included as part of the deal. Hleb is valued at approxi
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From the streets of Lisbon to the wonder of Old Trafford ? Bebe

David Wilson — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 03:54:56 GMT

Rarely does a story read better than this. As a young boy Bebe was cared for by a charity in Loures, Portugal. His parents were unable to consistently provide for him and so passed on the responsib
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From the streets of Lisbon to the wonder of Old Trafford ? Bebe

David Wilson — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 03:51:50 GMT

Birmingham out to push on

David Wilson — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 04:09:14 GMT

Birmingham boss Alex McLeish is building a squad capable of improving on last season?s impressive ninth place finish. The Scotsman has already signed England keeper Ben Foster from Manchester United
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The mystery of the Carvalho signing and why it will change so much at Real Madrid?s Bernabeau

David Wilson — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 04:04:39 GMT

At the start of the summer Ricardo Carvalho claimed he had an agreement with some important figures at Chelsea that meant he could leave the club this summer. Such an announcement was considered stran
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FIFA Investigates North Korea?s Punishment Tactics

David Wilson — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 03:51:22 GMT

FIFA has begun an investigation into the alleged harsh punishments several North Korean players and their coach received following an early exit from this summers World Cup. And North Korea had the
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Capello Finally Speaks

David Wilson — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 05:41:13 GMT

England national team manager Fabio Capello has remainedawfully silent following his side?s disappointing early exit this summer in the World Cup.And recently the Italian born coach publicly spoke abo
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Craig Bellamy Considers Retirement

David Wilson — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 05:35:58 GMT

Craig Bellamy is not a quitter.But the Wales national team captain has been considering retirement over the last few years due to a variety of nagging injuries, the pressing football age of thirty one
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Martin O?Neill resigns as Aston Villa manager

David Wilson — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 05:28:29 GMT

In a massive shock, especially this close to the start of the season, Martin O?Neill has resigned as Aston Villa manager with immediate effect. No reason has been given for O?Neill?s decision to so su
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Carvalho Joins Mourinho at Real Madrid

David Wilson — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 05:24:59 GMT

Real Madrid have signed defender Ricardo Carvalho from Chelsea, the English Premier League champions announced on their web site. ?Chelsea Football Club can confirm it has agreed terms with Real Ma
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Wembley?s Terrible Surface Might Finally Be Tolerable

David Wilson — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 03:43:33 GMT

Wembley Stadium?s pitch has seen more resurfacing jobs then any other English stadium and the amount might evenbe higher then the number of faceliftsJoan Rivers hashad over thesametime span.In fact th
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Fabio Capello names ?young and fresh? England squad

David Wilson — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 03:37:32 GMT

The England manager Fabio Capello has kept to his post 2010 World Cup word. The Italian promised to rejuvenate the England squad with young, fresh and inexperienced players. The idea was to weed out t
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Beckham Expects To Return This MLS Season

David Wilson — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 03:31:24 GMT

David Beckham?s supposed season-endingAchilles tearhas now been upgraded to a projected return in October for the LA Galaxy.The MLS regular season closes for the Galaxy on October 24th and the MLS Cup
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Ancelotti Blasts Cole

David Wilson — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 04:00:46 GMT

Now I must admit that the headline is a bit misleading.Carlo Ancelotti is not upset with potential transfertarget Ashley Cole and desperately wants the Englishman toreturn to the Blues this season a
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Kaka Faces Another Lengthy Lay Off

David Wilson — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 03:54:40 GMT

It seems like things are going from bad to worse for Real Madrid?s Brazilian play maker Kaka as he is in danger of missing at least two months of the new season after a series of tests confirmed some
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Welcome to the pleasuredome

David Wilson — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 05:17:15 GMT

It?s time to look at how the Lilleywhites will do in the top flight of English football from Autum 2010 to Spring 2011. It isn?t just the league that Harry Redknapp will have on his mind this season t
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US announces squad for Brazil game

David Wilson — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 05:15:31 GMT

The US national team will play Brazil on August 10 at the new Meadowlands stadium and today coach Bob Bradley announced his squad for the game. This will be the U.S.?s first game since the World Cup
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DC United fire coach

David Wilson — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 05:10:40 GMT

Last-place D.C. United have fired coach Curt Onalfo and replaced him with assistant coach and former U.S. national team player Ben Olsen. United have only won three games this season as they have st
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Torres Will Never Walk Alone, Set to Remain With Reds

David Wilson — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 04:00:30 GMT

Fernando Torres has been one of themost talked aboutpotential transfers of the off season. Several links between the Spanish forward to Chelsea or Manchester City were reportedover the last few months
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Kaka?s Future In Serious Doubt

David Wilson — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 03:54:20 GMT

Former world player of the year Kaka could be on his way out of the Bernabeu after only one season. The 28 year old has struggled for fitness since joining Los Blancos last summer and with Jose Mourin
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Everton Can?t Afford Donovan Transfer

David Wilson — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 03:35:36 GMT

Landon Donovan is apparently off of his former Premier League side of Everton?s current radar and the cash-strapped club can not afford the valuable MLS star via the transfer at the moment. Everton?
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Are Liverpool Football Club?s financial troubles about to be over?

David Wilson — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 09:19:34 GMT

It appears Chinese businessman Kenny Huang is close to securing a deal which would put him in charge of Liverpool. It appears the finance making the deal possible is not entirely his own, rather, he i
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Sol Campbell Signs With Newcastle

David Wilson — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 06:21:10 GMT

Guess what? Somebody other then Manchester City was finally able to sign a player. I know? I know? it?s hard to believe, but a small club was actually able to get it done. And the man Newcastle United
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Celtic and Ajax in trouble in Champions League

David Wilson — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 06:09:19 GMT

Two former European champions are in trouble in the Champions League qualifying campaign. Celtic were beating comfortably 3-0 by Sporting Braga in Portugal, a result that all but knocks Celtic out o
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Debating the MLS All Star Game

David Wilson — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 06:05:35 GMT

The first six seasons in the MLS? existence, the All Star game was mostly played in typical American style of the East verses the West with the exception of one season in which they played MLS USA VS
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Ferguson Patiently Waiting For Perfect Transfer Move

David Wilson — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 06:10:14 GMT

Manchester United chief executive David Gill recently claimed that the Red Devils do have enough funds to sign one potential All Star caliber player this summer, but that Alex Ferguson and the front o
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Menezes Names 24 Man Squad For August Friendly

David Wilson — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 06:04:42 GMT

In his first major action as Brazil coach, Mano Menezes has released the names of his 24 man squad that will face the USA in a friendly next month. I have to warn you though, it is not short of surpri
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Iranian President Verbally Attacks Paul the Octopus

David Wilson — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 06:01:44 GMT

Has an octopus ever created such a ruckus before? Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, president of Iran, is incensed with the actions ofthe genius squid. The man with an eleven letter last name claims that Paul th
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Carlo Ancelotti and Chelsea sign Ramires for ?20 million

David Wilson — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 05:57:52 GMT

On Thursday there is likely to be confirmation of the deal. Ramires, the Brazilian central midfielder, is leaving Benfica to sign for Chelsea. Ramires has only recently turned 23 but is highly thought
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Manchester City Needs to Sell Players, Not Buy Them

David Wilson — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 03:23:30 GMT

Manchester City has spent a mind blowing amount of money over the last few seasons and the record transfer fee club has 12 respectable players that need to be sold over the next month or the side will
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Defending Champions USA Crash Out In Germany

David Wilson — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 03:17:54 GMT

Mention Women?s Soccer in the USA and the first thing that comes to many people?s mind is Mia Hamm. For as long as i can remember Mia Hamm was the face of American Women?s soccer and rightfully so bec
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Casillas, Ronaldo, Kaka to play for Real Madrid on US tour

David Wilson — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 03:14:17 GMT

When Real Madrid played the Los Angeles Galaxy in 2005, they brought a star-studded lineup that included stars like Ronaldo, David Beckham, Zinedine Zidane, Roberto Carlos and Lu?s Figo. Five years
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Raul?s Real Madrid Career Comes To An End

David Wilson — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 03:08:58 GMT

Raul will go down as one of the best players to ever wear a Real Madrid shirt. He scored 323 goals in 741 games for Real Madrid and helped them win three Champions League trophies and 16 titles in tot
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The Super Toure Brothers

David Wilson — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 03:18:47 GMT

Midfielder Yaya Toure headed to Manchester City this summer for a variety of reasons, but the most important one being because it would allow him to play alongside his older brother Kolo a starting ce
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My World Cup All Star Team

David Wilson — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 03:13:05 GMT

Since FIFA decided not to select an All Star team this summer (for whatever reason) I took the initiative and selected the first ever STO World Cup All Star Team. Enjoy. Keeper Iker Casillas:
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France Ban World Cup Flops For One Game

David Wilson — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 03:03:27 GMT

New France coach Laurent Blanc wasted no time laying down the law to France?s underachieving World Cup stars. He has dropped them ALL for France?s friendly against Norway in Oslo on August 11. A Fre
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My Not So World Cup All Star Team

David Wilson — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 02:55:57 GMT

Yesterday I featured the 16 players that were All Star worthy. Today I will highlight 16 All Star caliber players that didn?t live up to their billing this summer. Goalie: Robert Green: England
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Meet Brazil?s New Coach

David Wilson — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 02:49:48 GMT

The CBF has named Mano Menezes as Brazil?s new coach. The 48 year-old replaced Carlos Dunga as the Selecao?s new coach after he accepted the Brazilian football confederations offer yesterday morning.
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David James Set For Visit To Celtic

David Wilson — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 04:02:21 GMT

Celtic boss Neil Lennon is pleased with the potential transfer of English national team keeper David ?Calamity? James to his side. And the Portsmouth man?s days are likely finished for the relegated c
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No All Stars At This World Cup

David Wilson — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 03:48:38 GMT

And they say that the NFL is the No Fun League. FIFA announced yesterday that they will not name an All Star team this World Cup and the organization didn?t even explain orlist any reason why this d
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U-20 Women?s World Cup Quarter Finalists Known

David Wilson — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 03:45:42 GMT

The FIFA U-20 women?s World Cup quarter finalists are now known. The 8 teams that will battle it out for for a place in the semi finals are: hosts Germany, Colombia, Sweden, Korea DPR, Mexico, Nigeria
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Is Rafa Marquez heading to New York Red Bulls?

David Wilson — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 05:47:11 GMT

In what would be a huge signing for Major League Soccer, Soccer America is reporting that Mexico star Rafa Marquez is close to signing for the New York Red Bulls. Marquez who was one of Mexico?s sta
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Barcelona and Arsenal Head to Marriage Counseling

David Wilson — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 05:23:43 GMT

Barcelona have been awfully aggressive this off season with their attempts to sign young Spanish sensation and Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas. And Fabregas would be the perfect fit, well, anywhere in t
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Sir Alex Speaks His Mind?Once Again

David Wilson — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 05:19:27 GMT

When it comes to losing Sir Alex is no different then anyone else. He hates it. And although his post game antics are often priceless sometimes I?d like to wedge a bar of soap in his mouth when he spe
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MLS Names Squad to Face Manchester United

David Wilson — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 03:50:58 GMT

Major League Soccer has named it?s squad to play Manchester United in Houston on July 28th. 2010 MLS All-Star Game Roster Goalkeepers (2): Donovan Ricketts (LA Galaxy), Nick Rimando (Real Salt Lak
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FIFA Will Review Goal Line Technology

David Wilson — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 03:44:34 GMT

The issue of goal line technology is no emergency in FIFA?s eyes. The debate and possible institution of a goal line video ruling will be assessed in October and wasn?t pushed up to this week?s meetin
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La Liga Schedule Released

David Wilson — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 03:38:46 GMT

La Liga has released it?s 2010/2011 schedule and Barcelona will begin their bid for a third consecutive La Liga title at Racing Santander on the final weekend of August. Real Madrid, and new coach J
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Is Giggsy the Greatest?

David Wilson — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 03:31:48 GMT

Selecting the best football player ever is no easy task. In fact it has to be right up there with choosing the winner of a beauty pageant. In both cases personal preference strongly comes into play an
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Joe Cole and Liverpool, a deal that suits both

David Wilson — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 03:18:39 GMT

Liverpool?s finances are not in the best of shape. The club?s American owners purchased the club with the idea of developing a new stadium, increasing turnover and then selling the club on at a subs
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Race For FIFA U-20 Womens Quarter Finals Slots Heats Up

David Wilson — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 03:06:14 GMT

The just concluded FIFA Mens World Cup was a major success much that it stole the limelight from another equally important FIFA tournament thatbegun only days after the historic 2010 Finals. TheFIFA
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Liverpool Sign Joe Cole

David Wilson — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 03:00:46 GMT

In what has to be considered a mild surprise, Joe Cole signed today with Liverpool on a four-year deal believed to be worth nearly ?90,000 a week. I had expected Cole to sign for Arsenal or Spurs so
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Emile Heskey Hangs Up the International Boots

David Wilson — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 08:42:40 GMT

Well at least now he can?t be considered the scapegoat to the Three Lions problems. Emile Hesky, the often questioned starting forward for the Three Lions, has officially retired from international fo
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MLS Says Donovan is ?Greatest Player of Our Generation?

David Wilson — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 08:18:47 GMT

Landon Donovan is a popular name on the transfer list these days. Premier League club Manchester City scouted the American midfielder this summer and wanted to land him before the start of the 2010/20
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Chelsea Eye Brazilian Wonder Kid Neymar

David Wilson — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 08:05:43 GMT

Reigning English champions Chelsea are lining up a bid to land Brazil?s hottest talent Neymar. The 18 year old has been the talk of the samba nation ever since he burst into the limelight with Brazil?
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My Best World Soccer Blogs

David Wilson — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 07:13:17 GMT

Over the last 30 months, I have provided you with plentiful posts about the world and the way people playthat crazy gamewith your feet all over it. Whether you call it soccer, football, futbol, calcio
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Man City Ticket Sales Soaring

David Wilson — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 07:01:56 GMT

Many Manchester City fans feel that this is the season that they will will win their first trophy in over 34 years. With a squad that has been overhauled to the tune of ?250million in the last two y
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The Bard?s 100 Best Soccer Players: Curtain Call

David Wilson — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 10:29:11 GMT

In my post?The Bard?s 100 Best Soccer Players: Series Preview?, I promised you that I ? William J. Shakespeare (aka ?The Bard?) ? would offer up unto you 100 posts about the most gifted gents to ever
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Thierry Henry Signs With New York Red Bulls

David Wilson — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 10:21:01 GMT

It has been rumored for weeks, but it is not official. The New York Red Bulls of Major League Soccer have signed French star Thierry Henry to a ?multi-year contract?. Henry, who is 32, is expected t
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Philadelphia Union beat Celtic 1-0

David Wilson — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 10:16:03 GMT

I don?t think it is too much of an overstatement to call tonight?s Union win over Celtic the biggest win in the franchises short history. Celtic were the first British team to win the European Cup a
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My Best US Soccer Blogs

David Wilson — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 04:11:08 GMT

Over the last 30 months, I have written several hundredblogs about soccer in the US. I have provided you with posts about the history of soccer in theUS, and I have produced for youup to date informat
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How the once mighty Liverpool have fallen

David Wilson — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 03:55:11 GMT

Liverpool have won the European Cup / Champions League five times. Liverpool have won the English First Division title / Premiership eighteen times. Through association with the likes of Graeme Sounes
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Vuvuzelas, two for a fiver

David Wilson — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 04:05:37 GMT

So that was it Ladies and Gentlemen, the 2010 Fifa World Cup. What will you remember it for? Will you remember the ?total? defence style adopted by the Dutch, or the slick passing of the now World Cha
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Curtains Come Down On A Historic World Cup

David Wilson — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 04:01:08 GMT

As the dust settles on the historic South Africa 2010 FIFA World Cup, this year?s edition will no doubt be remembered as one of the tournament?s that provided immense excitement and surprises right fr
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God Bless Larissa Riquelme!

David Wilson — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 03:16:17 GMT

We all know about Maradona?s proposed streak of Buenos Aires this summer if Argentina was victorious at the World Cup. And thank god Messi and the gang lost because that is one triumphant image we
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2010 World Cup Final Recap: Spain Beats the Netherlands

David Wilson — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 03:06:54 GMT

?Soccer? is defined by some Ivory Tower typesas ?a game played on a rectangular field with net goals at either end in which two teams of 11 players each try to drive a ball into the other?s goal by ki
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Cheryl Cole Stricken By Malaria

David Wilson — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 06:43:29 GMT

Cheryl Cole is one of the most famous WAGS in the world. Or should we say former WAG now that she has filed for divorce and moved on in her life from former flame and Three Lions defenderAshley Cole.
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Laporta Leaves Barcelona In Debt

David Wilson — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 06:38:17 GMT

Outspoken former Barcelona President Joan Laporta might no longer be active in the management of the club?s affairs however, his 7 year tenure in Catalunya will fondly be remembered as the club?s most
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Doc Brown?s 2014 World Cup Predictions

David Wilson — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 05:11:02 GMT

Great Scott, Marty! It?s me once again, Doctor Emmitt Brown? and I am back? from the FUTURE! I have recently returned from the year 2014 where I watched the thrilling World Cup Final between? What
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Cristiano Ronaldo Becomes a Dad

David Wilson — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 04:43:13 GMT

Portugal and Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo shocked the world yesterday when he announced via his twitter and facebook pages that he has become a father. Ronaldo?s management have also confirmed t
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Kaka To Replace Ballack

David Wilson — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 04:39:34 GMT

Ricardo Izecson Dos Santos Leite aka Kaka might be leaving Spain after only one season. The world?s second most expensive player failed to live up to expectation at Spanish giants Real Madrid after hi
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Summer 2010 Transfers

David Wilson — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 04:31:42 GMT

The summer transfer market is off to a slow start because of the World Cup, but I expect it to warm up soon with Man City, Spurs, Liverpool and Chelsea, all expected to be active in this transfer w
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5 Clashes to watch out for in the Argentina vs Germany match

David Wilson — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 04:26:20 GMT

Tevez vs Mertesacker Carlos Tevez is enjoying a splendid moment. His form for his country has never been as prolific as it has been for the clubs he has played for but after a stupendous goal from
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Roy Hodgson ? Over Twenty Years in the Making

David Wilson — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 04:23:17 GMT

Roy Hodgson began his coaching career in 1976 with Halmstad. Twenty four years and sixteen jobs later, including a very successful stint in charge of Switzerland, he is in charge of Liverpool. He has
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Should England Fire Fabio Capello?

David Wilson — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 03:38:44 GMT

The English FA have decided to let Fabio Capello sway in the wind for the next two weeks as they decide whether to keep him or fire him after England?s disappointing World Cup. Capello wants to stay
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Real Madrid v LA Galaxy on August 7th

David Wilson — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 03:34:13 GMT

The LA Galaxy has announced that their game against Champions League and Serie A winners Inter Milan, scheduled to be played August 7th has been postponed and instead the Galaxy will play Real Madrid
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Liverpool to name Roy Hodgson their new manager

David Wilson — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 03:19:38 GMT

Roy Hodgson will be named Liverpool manager Wednesday after agreeing a two-year deal to replace Rafa Benitez worth around ?3million a year. It has been a month since Benitez has left, but after inte
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I Would Never Pay To Watch Brazil

David Wilson — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 03:14:16 GMT

These are not my words but those of former 3 time European player of the year Johan Cruyff. As World Cup action takes a deserved two day break ahead of the quarter final fixtures scheduled for Friday,
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Would the Real Brazil Please Stand Up?: Why Brazil Shouldn?t Win the World Cup

David Wilson — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 04:18:47 GMT

Handballs and half-heartedly played matches have defined Brazil at the World Cup thus far. And if you?ll allow me to be blunt for a moment, I?ll say what many of us are secretly thinking but are hesit
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Tips to Winning the WC:#4 Hail from Europe or South America

David Wilson — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 04:11:41 GMT

Did you know that only seven nations have ever won the World Cup tournament? Brazil (5), Italy (4), West Germany (3), Argentina (2), Uruguay (2), England (1), and France (1) are the only nations that
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Tips To Winning the WC:#3 Avoid the Penalties

David Wilson — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 03:59:31 GMT

It?s important to have an aggressive defendereager tosteal the ballor make that critical tackle when needed, but if the manager gives the nod to the wrong man for the job then it might just cost your
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USA-ALG Review: Hollywood Ending

David Wilson — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 03:27:17 GMT

The most sensational scribes in the southern California town known as Hollywood couldn?t have scripted a more dramatic ending to the US vs. Algeria game. By winning 1-0, the US fulfilled their nation?
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Argentina at the World Cup

David Wilson — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 03:50:05 GMT

Argentina joined their fellow South Americans Uruguay in the knockout stages this evening. Maradona?s charges will lineup against Mexico, after the team from the Central Americas got through on goal d
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Brazil, Spain or Argentina? ? Counter-Attack, Tiki-taka or Naivety? ? Which system will win the World Cup?

David Wilson — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 03:46:23 GMT

Having now seen every team perform twice at the 2010 World Cup it is difficult to determine just who is going to win the tournament. Argentina have been the most impressive side yet nobody would dar
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France Out Of World Cup

David Wilson — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 03:42:31 GMT

Team France was put out of its misery today with a listless 2-1 loss to host nation South Africa in Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein. In what has to be the most shambolic collapse since Phidippides
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The Magnificent Seven

David Wilson — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 03:20:14 GMT

After watching their first match against Les Elephantes, many critics wondered why Portugal lacked that sense of urgency to attempt to break up the draw. After all settling for a tie and still having
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Did Kaka Deserve To Be Sent Off?

David Wilson — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 03:15:13 GMT

Under-firing Brazilian forward Kaka?s already bad season took a turn for the worst last night when he was sent off during the Selecao?s 3-1 victory over the Ivory Coast. Kaka will now miss Brazil?s ne
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Tips To Winning the WC:#2 Say No to the Foreign-Born Coach

David Wilson — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 03:11:43 GMT

Did you know that there has never been a foreign-born coach that has ever hoisted the World Cup? In fact only three have ever made it to the final match and only seven have made it to the semi-final m
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Will England Change Their Formation For The Rest of The World Cup?

David Wilson — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 05:00:44 GMT

After two deeply disappointing displays so far, it is time for change. Time for Capello to ditch the rigid, boring 4 ? 4 ? 2 and opt for the system that all the players are comfortable with. It is t
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Tips to Winning the World Cup:#1 Don?t Lose Your First Match

David Wilson — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 04:47:26 GMT

If you want to win the World Cup then you need to win your first match. Sorry Spain, but no team that has ever lost their debut match of the first round has ever won the World Cup and since the format
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French Players take Day Off From Training

David Wilson — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 04:46:07 GMT

It was a remarkable day in the French camp today at the World Cup. One day after the French Football Federation sent Chelsea striker Nicolas Anelka home for launching a verbal attack on coach Raymon
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U.S.A. Robbed By Terrible Referee Decision

David Wilson — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 06:02:39 GMT

The U.S. were denied three points against Slovenia by an absolutely terrible referring decision. With less than 5 minutes to go in the game, the U.S. who had fought back from being 2-0, had a free-k
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Will Capello Make The Tough Changes England Need?

David Wilson — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 05:57:37 GMT

Another horrible performance by England today against Algeria, and suddenly a team that some pundits had reaching the semi-finals could not make it out of the group stages. In order to progress in t
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Spain?s Iker Casillas Griiled On TV By Girlfriend Over Loss

David Wilson — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 03:13:29 GMT

So what do you say to your boyfriend if he is Spain?s Iker Casillas after he let in a bad goal against Switzerland? How about ?How did you muck that up?? on live TV! Casillas?s girlfriend isSara C
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When will this world cup come alive?

David Wilson — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 03:04:29 GMT

The eagerly anticipated festival of football has failed to live up to the expectation and excitement that was created during the 6 month build up. So far that is. Type in on any search engine, tourn
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Five Reasons Why Spain Lost To Switzerland

David Wilson — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 03:00:40 GMT

Blaming Iker Casillas? girlfriend seems to be in vogue right now but anyone with even a sliver of common sense knows that Sara Carbonero, a TV presenter who also happens to be Casillas? girlfriend, ha
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Is this the worst red card in World Cup history?

David Wilson — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 02:57:20 GMT

Your team is in a must-win World Cup game. You feel the pressure of being an African national playing in the first World Cup in Africa. But your team is leading 1-0 over Greece and you so this? Th
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England & USA Need Wins This Friday

David Wilson — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 11:20:10 GMT

I?ve always hated the term must win game. When it is actually applied correctly thephrase is a great one that summarizes the drama of a death match. But my problem with the terminology is that 90% of
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10 Annoying Things About Rick Reilly?s ?10 Annoying Things About Watching the World Cup?

David Wilson — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 11:06:24 GMT

First, read this: Second, let me apologize for making you read that terrible attempt at humor. You see, Rick Reilly (who I hope runs unopposed for all those Sportswriter of the Year awards he keeps
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Beckham Tops MLS Salaries List

David Wilson — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 10:59:21 GMT

The Major League Soccer Players Union recently released thesalaries for the 2010 MLS season (PDF). Some of the highlights: The average salary in MLS in 2010 is$138,169, down 6.6% from last season?
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Is Steven Gerrard Finally Going To Play For Mourinho?

David Wilson — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 03:01:50 GMT

It?s a familiar scenario. Liverpool?s Steven Gerrard is playing in a major tournament for England and rumors are swirling around that he is abot to leave Liverpool for a team coached by Jose Mourinho.
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Zidane bashes Domenech and French Team

David Wilson — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 02:53:38 GMT

France legend, Zinedine Zidane, has weighed in on the disappointing situation the French currently finding themselves in after their opening match at the World Cup. Speaking on French television cha
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Why Do They Have To Learn The Hard Way?

David Wilson — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 02:49:16 GMT

With match day 5 action currently underway in South Africa, the tournament is starting to garner a reputation for the costly decisions the coaches are making rather than for the goals and exciting pla
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Blame It On Rio (Ferdinand That Is)

David Wilson — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 03:29:23 GMT

With onlyone day leftuntil the World Cup begins, many questions still loom regarding the health of the Three Lions squad. Gareth Barry, David James, and Ashley Cole are justa few of theplayers who h
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Chelsea Star Michael Ballack Leaves Stamford Bridge

David Wilson — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 03:22:03 GMT

In my opinion, German national Michael Ballack must be the unluckiest player to ever grace a football pitch. After missing out on the World Cup through an unfortunate ankle injury, the 33 year old mid
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A host of a chance?

David Wilson — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 04:06:59 GMT

As South Africa welcomes the world?s best footballers and prepares for Friday?s opening ceremony, what are the chances of the home nation lifting the Cup in July? The success of a World Cup tournament
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World Cup Kick-Off Preview: South Africa v Mexico

David Wilson — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 04:01:16 GMT

It?s now only a matter of hours left until football?s biggest showpiece gets underway in Johannesburg?s magnificent Soccer City stadium. However, the journey to this historic day has been long and har
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The Evolution of the World Cup Ball

David Wilson — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 08:48:55 GMT

In many people?s minds it is simplyjust a soccer ball, but to several footballers playing this summer in South Africa the object is their entire livelihood as a professional athlete. The controver
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Rafa Confirmed As Inter Milan Manager

David Wilson — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 08:41:59 GMT

Inter president Massimo Moratti has confirmed that former Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez has agreed to become Inter?s new coach A statement on the Inter web site said: ?We have reached an agreemen
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World Cup 2010: The Ultimate 23 Man Roster

David Wilson — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 04:07:04 GMT

Ladies and Gentlemen allow me to introduce? The 2010 All World Team (Inspired by the front office management tactics of Florentino Perez) Keepers: Iker Casillas (Spain), Julio Cesar (Brazil), and Gi
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Doc Brown?s 2010 World Cup Predictions

David Wilson — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 03:59:33 GMT

Great Scott! Marty, it?s me, Doc Brown, and I am back again? From the future! No, Marty, Idid not go to Lebowskifest Seattle in 2019 again. Geez, I do explore other times and places occasional
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World Cup 2010: Who?s the Best Striker?

David Wilson — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 05:52:21 GMT

1) Lionel Messi: Argentina Much like Ronaldo,Messi is a guy so talented that you can move him all over the pitch and still witness his sheer dominance over the opposition. But for the sake of this s
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World Cup 2010: Who?s the Best Winger?

David Wilson — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 05:47:52 GMT

The Winger is often considered one of the weirder positions on the football pitch because depending on the style offormation anddesign of the team,the Winger can be either a distributor of the ball or
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Injuries Cast Ugly Shadow Over World Cup

David Wilson — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 05:39:46 GMT

Injuries are a part of every sport and, yes,that even includes soccer. It is a common misconception that footballers can?t really get seriously hurt. With one of the longest schedules in durationalo
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The One Advantage that USA Will Have Against England

David Wilson — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 05:23:26 GMT

The first World Cup match is less then a singleweek away and the rosters have officially been set for next weekend?s action. And when it comes to comparing the starpowerbetween theUSand England, it
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World Cup 2010: Whose the Best Left/Right Back?

David Wilson — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 03:59:26 GMT

The left or right fullback is often considered one of the most diverse positions on the football pitchwith the ability to push the ball up the field and operate on attack andalso lock down the attacki
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Johannesburg?s Magnificent Soccer City Stadium

David Wilson — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 03:55:51 GMT

The World Cup?s opening and closing matches will be played in Johannesburg?s Soccer City stadium which according to FIFA President Sepp Blatter is ?one of the best? in the world. I am sure that just l
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Capello Picks Wright-Phillips Over Walcott

David Wilson — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 04:09:12 GMT

Theo Walcott was omitted from England?s final 23-man World Cup squad Tuesday as England coach Fabio Capello went for the more experienced Joe Cole and Shaun Wright-Phillips ahead of a player who has s
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Wake Up Call For Africa?s Representatives

David Wilson — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 04:03:13 GMT

Poor showings from Ghana and Cameroon last night, have got many fans skeptical about the continent?s chances of posing a real threat when the real tournament kicks-off in 9 days time. Ghana were dem
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World Cup 2010: Whose the Best Center Back?

David Wilson — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 03:05:20 GMT

The center back or center fullback is usually considered the strongest defensive minded player on the pitch and is the focal point to their team?s defense. Who is the best at in this upcoming World Cu
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Walcott out of England world cup squad

David Wilson — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 02:44:27 GMT

Breaking Down the Top 50: The Snubs

David Wilson — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 03:29:19 GMT

ESPN did a great job of ranking the top 50 and the first ten spots seem to be just about right on. As I have expressed in previous posts, they did mess some of these picks up though. Donovan is a good
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That?s One Mug You Don?t Want to Chug

David Wilson — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 03:20:22 GMT

Who doesn?t like beer? And who doesn?t enjoy drinking a frosty brew while they are watching the World Cup? Well apparently in South Africa things aren?t much different then, well, anywhere else in
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Jose Mourinho Introduced As Real Madrid Coach

David Wilson — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 03:11:14 GMT

Jose Mourinho was introduced at the Bernabeu as the new coach of Real Madrid after signing a four-year deal with the Spanish side Mourinho becomes the ninth coach at Real Madrid in the last six years.
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Breaking Down the Top 50: 16-20

David Wilson — Wed, 26 May 2010 08:38:37 GMT

Let?s see who the Berman network likes at 16 through 20: 16) Cesc Fabregas- Spain Now the true debate begins. Is such a young talented player available so high up the board? In this case I think y
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Torres Prepared To Stay At Liverpool?

David Wilson — Wed, 26 May 2010 08:26:36 GMT

Fernando Torres has been up and down in Liverpool. On the one hand he wants to stay and bring the club back to glory and on the other hand he?s sick of it and wants to just win a title already. Well,
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A Look At Africa?s Strongest Representative

David Wilson — Wed, 26 May 2010 08:16:47 GMT

The Ivory Coast are by far Africa?s strongest representatives at the World Cup this summer. The Elephants as they are commonly referred to boast of one of the strongest squads not only in Africa but a
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Breaking Down the Top 50: 11-15

David Wilson — Tue, 25 May 2010 04:34:25 GMT

Lets see who ESPN thinks is 11 through 15 for the World Cup: 11) David Villa- Spain Villa is one of the most consistent goal scorers in the last five years and the La Liga star is always a top fiv
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Champions League Winners Coming To America

David Wilson — Tue, 25 May 2010 04:21:39 GMT

The 2010 UEFA Champions League Winners Inter Milan will be touring the U.S. again this summer. Details are coming out in dribs and drabs but at the moment Inter has two games scheduled. Inter will k
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Breaking Down the Top 50: 6-10

David Wilson — Fri, 21 May 2010 04:37:19 GMT

Lets see who the four letter network likes to finish out the top ten. 6) Didier Drogba: Ivory Coast Another good pick. Didier Drogba had one of the most impressive starts to a season and before he
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Maradona?s Final 23

David Wilson — Fri, 21 May 2010 04:17:39 GMT

With 22 days left until the world?s biggest sporting event kicks-off in South Africa, Argentine national team coach Diego Maradona has revealed his final list of 23 players who will feature in the fin
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Breaking Down the Top 50: 1-5

David Wilson — Thu, 20 May 2010 04:46:41 GMT

ESPN recently published an article focused on listing the 50 best soccer players involved in the 2010 World Cup. Here is my analysis of their picks. 1) Lionel Messi: Argentina Duh! Messi is the ma
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Villa Moves To Barcelona

David Wilson — Thu, 20 May 2010 04:23:09 GMT

Spanish International striker David Villa is now a Barcelona player. The Blaugrana completed a 40 million Euro move for the 28 year old earlier today and according to the club?s official website, Vill
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The STO Commish Critiques: The World Cup 30 Man Roster

David Wilson — Mon, 17 May 2010 04:36:20 GMT

Ronaldinho,Ronaldo of Brazil, Adriano, Pato, Lisandro Lopez,Zanetti, Cambiasso, Luca Toni,Totti, Del Piero, Benzema, Scholes, and Raul. These are just a few of the severalgreatnames left off of thei
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Could Something Magical Happen in Pompey?

David Wilson — Mon, 17 May 2010 04:07:11 GMT

It is a plot so grim that it is worthy of a sports film. Portsmouth has so few coins in the bank that the club will be forced to sell six players immediately following their match with Chelsea for t
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Inter Milan v Manchester City July 31 in Baltimore

David Wilson — Thu, 13 May 2010 04:45:27 GMT

Potential Champions League Champions Inter Milan will meet the Premier League?s Manchester City in Baltimore on July 31st. A press conference regarding the announcement is scheduled for next week. L
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Carragher and King Named To England World Cup Squad

David Wilson — Wed, 12 May 2010 05:11:07 GMT

England coach Fabio Capello had a couple of surprise picks when he unveiled his preliminary World Cup squad. Included were Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher, who had quit international football thr
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Carragher and King Named To England World Cup Squad

David Wilson — Wed, 12 May 2010 04:59:43 GMT

Has Torres Played His Last Match for the Reds?

David Wilson — Fri, 07 May 2010 04:18:22 GMT

The transfer window must be approaching us again because the only time that injured Liverpool star Fernando Torres is being discussed is in the off season moves. The Spanish national team star recentl
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Man United to Play Celtic, Union and Wizards In Tour

David Wilson — Fri, 07 May 2010 04:01:38 GMT

Manchester United will play four games in the United States and Canada as part of a preseason North American tour. The Red Devils will arrive in Chicago, home of new shirt sponsor Aon Corp., on July
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Fergie Wants To Move Some Players Out Of Manchester

David Wilson — Thu, 06 May 2010 04:06:59 GMT

When you use words like ?freshen up? to describe a Soccer team I think you might have gone a little overboard with attempts to make the team better. It?s true that youth helps in sports, but youth i
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Inter Win Italian Cup As Treble Dream Continues

David Wilson — Thu, 06 May 2010 03:56:26 GMT

Inter Milan won the Italian Cup, beating AS Roma 1-0 on Diego Milito?s 40th-minute goal, and boosted its chances of becoming the first Italian club to win a treble. It?s Inter?s sixth Italian Cup titl
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Tevez Costs Too Much?

David Wilson — Wed, 05 May 2010 03:58:36 GMT

This is an interesting point of view on an EPL player from an EPL coach that isn?t even his own discussing another coach who didn?t sign said player. I?m really starting to love the honesty in the r
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Crew Keep Banging Out Wins

David Wilson — Wed, 05 May 2010 03:51:35 GMT

The Columbus Crew keep winning even it isn?t the nicest looking Soccer you?ve ever seen. In finding this story I was quite pleased to find that the Crew has the attitude that ALL professional sport
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What Makes Football Great?

David Wilson — Tue, 04 May 2010 04:16:28 GMT

Chelsea has had an impressive season. This can be proven by reviewing just last week when the Blues scored seven goals andturned Stoke City into Joke City. And although the powerhouse side choked in t
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List Of International Soccer Friendlies This Summer

David Wilson — Tue, 04 May 2010 04:08:56 GMT

Once again the U.S. and Canada is the post-season and pre-season destination of choice for the top European and South American teams. We will keep this list updated as some of the games below have n
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Rooney Will Miss EPL Finale

David Wilson — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 03:38:14 GMT

Wayne Rooney has had an unbelievable season. Especially considering all the obstacles the Englishman has had to overcome. The young superstar had fought off knee problems all season and also a bad a
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Champs Final Is Battle Of Talking Heads

David Wilson — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 03:30:20 GMT

Jose Mourinho and Louis Van Gaal will field Inter Milan and Bayern Munich for the Champion?s League final after Inter beat Barca on aggregate scoring to advance to the final. My theory of ?machismo?
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Emirates Cup Dates Announced

David Wilson — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 03:55:48 GMT

The Emirates Cup has quickly become one of the best pre-season touraments and the 2010 edition is shaping up to have some great games. Emirates Cup 2010 will see Arsenal joined by Italian powerho
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Inter Knock Barcelona Out Of The Champions League

David Wilson — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 03:44:59 GMT

Ten-men Inter Milan put on a textbook example of how to defend in Barcelona and knocked the defending champions out and sent Inter to their first Champions League Final since 1972. Once again Jose M
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Bayern Munich Heading To Champions League Final

David Wilson — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 03:39:08 GMT

It has been a roller coaster ride in the Champions League for Bayern Munich fans this season. In the group stages they had to beat Juventus in Turin in the last game to even advance to the knockout
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Relegation Hurts And Helps

David Wilson — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:02:20 GMT

Sayonara? Burnley had its relegation confirmed with a 4-0 loss to Liverpool this weekend and its that time of year again to see who rises and who falls. Personally, I love and hate relegation at t
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Rooney Says His Groin Will Be ?Fine?

David Wilson — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 03:42:23 GMT

That?s probably about how bad he feels right now. Wayne Rooney has been plagued by injuries all season and now that the season is nearly over we have more troubles for Rooney. Though he was just nam
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Terry Displays Leadership Qualities Once Again

David Wilson — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 05:07:26 GMT

It is becoming a broken record with this guy. John Terry. The manwho once spat on Carlos Tevez, the man that has been accusedof muttering racial epitaphs at Ledley King, the man that slept with one
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Ronaldinho Confident Of Making World Cup Squad

David Wilson — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 04:44:47 GMT

AC Milan forward Ronaldinho says that he is not only confident of making the Brazilian national team squad but that he will also help them win the title they last won in 2002. Ronaldinho who has been
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Rafa Eyeing Everton Players?

David Wilson — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 08:38:28 GMT

Steven Pienaar is just minding his own business at Everton, but it seems that Rafa Benitez is ready to raid Everton and get the upper hand in signing Pienaar this summer. For me this indicates that
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Chicago Fire v AC Milan on Sunday May 30.

David Wilson — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 08:20:02 GMT

May will be a great month for soccer fans in the windy city. Last week we announced that Chicago will host the Sister Cities International Cup involving the Chicago Fire Welcome Legia Warsaw, Paris Sa
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Inter Beats Barcelona 3-1 in Champions League

David Wilson — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 04:41:15 GMT

Inter Milan stunned Barcelona to take a 3-1 first-leg lead in their UEFA Champions League semi-final. Jos? Mourinho?s team inflicted only a fourth defeat of the season on a Barcelona side bidding to
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Rafa?s Blame Game

David Wilson — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 03:30:52 GMT

?At the beginning of the season expectations were too big. That is normal after such a good season, but I always say the same ? the Premier League is the Premier League and the difference in money i
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Champion?s Leagues Matches To Go On As Planned

David Wilson — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 03:25:37 GMT

With volcanic ash still spewing from the volcano in Iceland the skies over Europe are still cloudy, but airlines have run test flights and found no damage to their planes? engines. This coupled with
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Van Persie Is Back

David Wilson — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 03:49:26 GMT

So I guess the whole placenta gel massagetherapy thing didn?t work out after all. Go figure. But Robin Van Persie has made it back onto the roster for Arsenal and the star forward was missed for nea
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Top Five Highest Paid Teams In Sports

David Wilson — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 03:42:30 GMT

At yahoo.com I read an article estimating the top 10 highest paid sports franchises in the world. Now of course keep in mind thatthe average NFL team of about 48 players dwarfs every other league?s
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Wenger?s Pretty Lame If He Wants To Quit Now

David Wilson — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 03:26:35 GMT

Arsene Wenger says his future at Arsenal is solely dependent on the club?s?capacity to win trophies?. What in the world does that mean? Doesn?t he know?surely he does?that alot of that capacity is in
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Bayern v. Lyon = Win-Win

David Wilson — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 03:18:14 GMT

With Bayern and Lyon squaring off for a spot in the Champion?s League final we?ve got a win-win situation on our hands. We have a German team that no expected to get this far paired with a French team
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Rafa Has 10 Days To Decide On Juve?

David Wilson — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 04:44:57 GMT

Juventus has really gotten serious about Rafa Benitez. They gave him a 10-day deadline to decide if he wants to come to Serie A and take over the powerhouse or stay at Liverpool. Well, this means tw
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Pele Says Messi Needs 1,000 Goals

David Wilson — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 04:17:36 GMT

The world is going Messi-crazed and you can?t blame them. Claiming that Messi is the best modern dayplayer in the world is like claiming that Michael Jordan was a great basketball player or that the s
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Chelsea Go Four Points Clear With Controversial Win

David Wilson — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 04:20:02 GMT

Chelsea took one step closer to their first domestic double Tuesday as they beat Bolton 1-0 and moved four points clear at the top of the Premier League. However, like at the weekend, the win was no
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FIFA Worried As Half a Million World Cup Tickets Remain Unsold

David Wilson — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 04:07:57 GMT

When the 2010 World Cup was awarded to South Africa, a lot of people wondered about safety and security and whether safety concerns would keep fans away from the event. The answer apparently is yes it
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FA Cup Semi Final: Chelsea v Portsmouth

David Wilson — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 05:17:05 GMT

FA Cup holders Chelsea took a giant step closet to a domestic double by beating Aston Villa 3-0 in the FA Cup semi-final. Their opponent in the final will be Portsmouth who shocked Tottenham 2-0 on ex
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Reina Signs New Deal With Liverpool

David Wilson — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 05:18:18 GMT

Jose Reina has signed a longterm deal to remain in Liverpool and hopefully give Fernando Torres what he wants. The deal is for 6 years and should coincide quite nicely with the middle of Torres? car
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Barcelona Win La Liga Showdown

David Wilson — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 05:08:09 GMT

Barca took El Clasico against their rivals Real Madrid yesterday in soaring fashion. The score was 2-0 and Leo Messi only scored one goal, but that one goal should say alot about how this LaLiga sea
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Bayern Takes A Lead To Manchester

David Wilson — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 03:44:53 GMT

This is going to be a sad building today. I?ve bet on teams playing at home this season already. It hasn?t really worked out too well for me in the past and I?m going to learn from my mistakes and
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Inter Milan v Barcelona in Champions League Semi Final

David Wilson — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 03:37:18 GMT

Inter Milan will face holders Barcelona in the semi-finals of the Champions League. The tie will be a repeat of the earlier groups stages matches which Barcelona won at home and they drew in Milan.
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Premier League Winners and Losers

David Wilson — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 02:40:38 GMT

A look at the winners and losers of another Premier League weekend. Winners Carlo Ancelotti On the cusp of repeating Jose Mourinho?s title win in his first season at the Bridge and the likihood
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PLTO Know the Pitch: DW Stadium

David Wilson — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 02:46:48 GMT

Year Opened: 1999 Stadium Capacity: 25,138 The stadium formerly known as JJB is home to Wigan Athletic and also rugby squad Wigan Warriors. The stadium is owned by Wigan Athletic though; so the
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STO?s Soccer The Movie: The Villainous Coach

David Wilson — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 02:33:38 GMT

If you are going to make a sports movie then you needto have thatunlikeable,villainous coach that controls the opposing side?s squad. Of course every movie has to havethis to motivate the audience int
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Terry Points Finger Towards UEFA Refs

David Wilson — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 02:51:50 GMT

John Terry is the captain of the Chelsea club. And he wants everyone in the world to know why his side lost in the UEFA Champions League to Inter. The Blueslost in the tournament to an inferior te
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The Golden Girls of US Soccer: Episode II

David Wilson — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 02:26:14 GMT

The Girls: In Episode II of our series on the greatest US WNT ofall-time, I will be treating you to the tale of the #5 team on the list, the 2008 US Women?s National Team. They had finished third at
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The Bard?s 100 Best Soccer Players: Kluivert (#79)

David Wilson — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 02:21:07 GMT

The Pick: Patrick Kluivert scored more than 200 goals in professional matches, mainlyfor Barcelona. He also scored 40 goals for Clockwork Orange, the Netherlands, which is still a national record. T
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Football?s Richest Players and Managers

David Wilson — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 02:08:30 GMT

The list is out again and no, David Beckham does not top it. The accolades just seem to keep on coming for Barcelona superstar Lionel Messi. The Argentine international has dethroned Englishman David
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Premier League Teams Get Richer

David Wilson — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 02:25:40 GMT

The Premier League has just landed a new overseas TV deal worth ?1.2Billion over the next three years.Each Premier League Club will receive ?20m a season from the deal starting in the 2010/11 season.
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Henry Doesn?t Want To Play Arsenal?

David Wilson — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 02:17:55 GMT

Is it me or am I confused? Thierry Henry doesn?t really want to play Arsenal. He made it sound like he was about to have a fist fight with his best friend. Actually, he made it sound like he was so de
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Portsmouth Investors NEED To Be Anonymous

David Wilson — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 01:56:32 GMT

Portsmouth is: ?An institution?as a friend told me last year. ?In a terrible state of flux ?Hurting badly for points ?Probably going to get relegated ?In need of investors ?In need of it
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Bayern Munich Will Have a Hard Time With United

David Wilson — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 01:46:39 GMT

The path to a trophy is easier, but not without its faults. Bayern Munich has the dubious distinction of being the team that gets to ?attempt? to handle Manchester United in the Quarterfinals of the
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Hull City make mistake in hiring Dowie

David Wilson — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 02:46:42 GMT

I am not sure what the Hull City board is thinking these days. With only 9 games to go this season they let go of Phil Brown and replace him with Iain Dowie. Now I am not a big Phil Brown. I thought
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Champions League Draw Preview

David Wilson — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 02:34:03 GMT

The draw for the quarter-finals and semi-finals of the Champions League will be made tomorrow at UEFA headquarters in Nyon, Switzerland. The eight winners of the Champions League first knockout roun
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The Bard?s 100 Best Soccer Players: Tostao (#82)

David Wilson — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 02:10:35 GMT

The Pick: Brazilian star striker Tostao toasted many defenders duringhis decadeof dominance (?62-?72),and based on histrophies and sheer skillhe should be far higher up on this list.After all, he wa
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US Soccer Birthday Roast: Mia Hamm Edition

David Wilson — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 02:02:56 GMT

The Host: Happy birthday to you, Mariel Margaret Garciaparra, or as I will always think of you, Mia Hamm. Today, we have all gathered at our local Heavenly Ham (where else could wego?)becauseyour bi
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Messi In A League Of His Own

David Wilson — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 02:42:13 GMT

There is no doubt that Lionel Messi is currently the best player in the world. You only had to watch Sunday?s game against Valencia to know just how lethal Lio is. Messi?s trio against Valencia re-ope
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Argentina?s World Cup Preview: The Team

David Wilson — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 02:15:45 GMT

THE PAST Argentina has one of the most impressive Cup histories of any nation. The squad has made it to four different finals and won two of them. Their Golden Years of football came in the late
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Hull City sack Phil Brown

David Wilson — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 01:59:37 GMT

In what has to be considered a shock, Hull City have fired manager Phil Brown with nine games left in the season. Hull are currently second from bottom in the Premier League, three points from safe
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Beckham Out Of World Cup

David Wilson — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 02:23:38 GMT

Not only is David Beckham?s World Cup dream over after rupturing his Achilles tendon today while playing for AC Milan, but his career might be over also. Beckham sustained the injury without coming
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Inter Can Guarantee A Comeback?

David Wilson — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 02:18:05 GMT

It would have taken more than a pretty sign? After losing to Catania (under shorthanded circumstances) Inter Milan has promised that it can answer such humiliation against Chelsea in the Champion?
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South Africa?s World Cup Preview: Roster Grades

David Wilson — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 01:52:03 GMT

The Keeper South Africa?s weakest department is between the posts with Khune as the likely starter of the squad. This will become a problematic area forSouth Africaand if the play is inconsisten
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Isn?t The ?Vote Of Confidence? Not Really A Vote Of Confidence?

David Wilson — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 01:33:46 GMT

Real Madrid thought they might be able to play a ?home final? for the Champion?s League. Real Madrid got blown out of the Champion?s League by Lyon?at home?and now the team is reeling and the fron
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Columbus Crew Rally in Champions League

David Wilson — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 02:27:14 GMT

Not that Champions League. The CONCACAF Champions League. The Columbus Crew rallied back from being 2-0 down against Toluca of Mexico last night in their quarter-finals first leg match. The secon
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Real Madrid and Lyon Do The Champion?s League Dance Again

David Wilson — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 02:12:21 GMT

The stadium might make a lift-off with the crazy fans this time around? With Real Madrid down 1-0 to Lyon after their first match this one should be a doozy. There?s no way in the world that a set
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Watch Manchester United vs AC Milan Live

David Wilson — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 01:51:55 GMT

Can AC Milan beat Manchester United? Watch the much anticipated live soccer match between Manchester United and AC Milan as they battle for the UEFA Champions League title on March 10, 2010 20:45 at O
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Arsenal v Porto Champions League Preview

David Wilson — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 01:34:41 GMT

Another week and another huge game for the Arsenal. This time it is in the Champions League as Arsenal try to overcome a 2-1 deficit and defeat Porto to move into the quarter-finals. Arsenal will
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Milan and United Second Leg Gets Hot

David Wilson — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 01:27:49 GMT

Becks isn?t making up the difference?I don?t think. Alexandre Pato is out with a hamstring strain and MAY NOT be able to play against United in the second leg of their Champion?s League Round of 1
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US National Team Still Has Plenty of Work To Do

David Wilson — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 03:04:40 GMT

They were playing the third ranked team in the world. And the final score was 2-1. So all in all you can?t be too critical of the U.S. performance in the friendlyagainst the Dutch earlier in the week,
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Fergie Is Blaming Rooney For Getting Hurt

David Wilson — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 02:58:59 GMT

Yes, we?re doing this again, but I finally have it figured out? Ok, so this thing with Fabio Capello is getting out of hand. Now Alex Ferguson is in the middle of this mayhem because Rooney hurt h
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Maradona Can Look Forward To The World Cup

David Wilson — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 02:29:48 GMT

He might beready to recreate the glory days? Diego Maradona?s Argentina club defeated Germany?in Munich!?(1-0) on Wednesday to really give the Argentinians a lift coming into the World Cup. I lo
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Chelsea Will Miss Mr. Cech

David Wilson — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 02:50:17 GMT

The keeper is the last line of the defense and is often seen as the most important player on the pitch. Although offensive players usually win all the awards and receive all of the spotlight; it is
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Real Madrid Back On Top Of Richest Club List

David Wilson — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 02:33:38 GMT

Real Madrid has once again regained the top spot the Deloitte Football Money League, but that is only because of the continuing decline of the pound against the euro. The Deloitte Football Money Lea
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Manchester United Win Carling Cup

David Wilson — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 02:10:21 GMT

Wayne Rooney was the hero as Manchester United came from behind to retain a knockout competition for the first time. The game started off with fireworks as Nemanja Vidic pulled down Gabriel Agbon
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Arsenal Was SO Close

David Wilson — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 03:14:42 GMT

This is not good for TV? Arsenal fought back against Stoke and won a very tight match 3-1, but in the match they lost Aaron Ramsey on really bad tackle and now they are stuck without Aaron Ramsey
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STO?s Soccer The Movie: The Coach

David Wilson — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 02:59:47 GMT

We already have a director and a star (Boyle Butler), so now we need to cast the actor to play the aging, legendary coach. What actor couldbring outthatFergie type of personality that wouldinspire
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Donovan Should Stay in England

David Wilson — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 01:54:37 GMT

Landon Donovan should stay in the land of fish and chips and bangers and mash for good. I know it sounds a bithypocritical for a Yank to wish that the MLS? best domestic would leave the league to
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PLTO Know Your Champions League Opponent: Inter

David Wilson — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 02:40:46 GMT

Starting this Wednesday, Chelseawill take on Inter in a two match aggregate that will decide who will move on to the quarter finals of the UEFAtournament. And the big storybehind this match-up is wh
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2010 MLS Preview: FC Dallas

David Wilson — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 02:29:35 GMT

The Side: The Former Burn are hoping to deliverat Pizza Hut Park this year after spending the last few seasons out to lunch. They made a heroic run at the playoffs last year though. It was Jeff Cunn
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The ?Phenom? Retires Next Year

David Wilson — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 02:22:36 GMT

Three time FIFA World Player of the year Ronaldo Nazario De Lima has decided to end his illustrious career on December 31st 2011. One of the all time greats and a legend by any standards, Ronaldo has
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Tottenham Takes Over Fourth Place, But Not For Long

David Wilson — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 03:12:38 GMT

Well it appears that thisseason will only be a three horse race in the Premier League. Chelsea, Manchester United, and Arsenal lead the pack for now and it doesn?t look like any other club will give t
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Garber Must Fix MLS Labor Issues

David Wilson — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 02:54:02 GMT

The threat of a strike looms large over Major League Soccer and if the players strike, the blame must lie at the feet of MLS Commissioner Don Garber. For soccer in the U.S. to continue to grow, the
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PLTO Mid-Season Awards: MVP

David Wilson — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 02:55:35 GMT

1) Wayne Rooney- Man U Rooney will win the honor this year of being not only the best domestic player in the Premier League, but also the best overall player as well. Rooney is shattering all of h
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Bordeaux Gets To Make a Statement On Tuesday

David Wilson — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 02:35:47 GMT

It?s all about getting through the fog? Bordeaux gets Olympiakos on Tuesday in the Champion?s League Round of 16 and this is a good chance for them to make a pretty bold statement. We all know tha
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PLTO Mid-Season Awards: Best Club

David Wilson — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 02:19:19 GMT

1) Chelsea I predicted Chelsea would win before the season and after surviving that near month without Drogba I still think Chelsea is the club to beat. They have excellent depth and are still a c
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2010 MLS Preview: Columbus Crew

David Wilson — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 02:13:14 GMT

The Side: Arrr matey! It is I, Captain Yank, and I am here to regale you salty seadogs with some scenes from the story of the bearded brethren known as the Columbus Crew. This team has plundered man
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The Bard?s 100 Best Soccer Players: Voller (#87)

David Wilson — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 02:21:27 GMT

The Pick: Rudi has a special place in my heart. After all, what I consider to be my best ever series on STO ? my ode to the FiveBestForms ofFacial Hair in Soccer History ? Rudicame in fourth place.
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2010 MLS Preview: Colorado Rapids

David Wilson — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 02:02:59 GMT

The Side: The Rapids are one of my favorite teams for some reason that is completely unknown to me. I have some family in Denver, but I have never enoyed a game at the Dick and share no sentiment to
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AC Milan v Man United Champions League Preview

David Wilson — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 02:40:21 GMT

When the Champions League draw was made back in December, Milan were riding high on a long unbeaten run and Manchester United were struggling to get four fit defenders. At that time, this looked like
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Manchester City Up To Fourth in Premier League

David Wilson — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 02:20:57 GMT

Gareth Barry scored a late equalizer as Manchester City scrapped a 1-1 draw at 10-man Stoke to move up to fourth in the Premier League. After Stoke had Abdoulaye Faye sent off for a professional fou
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Van Nistelrooy Scores A Brace For New Club

David Wilson — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 02:30:38 GMT

Former Real Madrid striker Ruud Van Nistelrooy got off the bench to score a brace in the span of 2 minutes for his new club Hamburg SV as they cruised to a 3-1 win over VfB Stuttgart on Friday. Van
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PLTO Mid-Season Awards: Highest Highs

David Wilson — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 02:11:52 GMT

1) Didi?s Return Didier Drogba has always had the skills to be the best player in the Premier League, but last year the Chelsea star certainly didn?t have the fitness. Drogba sat out nearly the en
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STO Soccer Movie: The Director

David Wilson — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 02:29:51 GMT

Every team needs a coach and every film project needs a director. Who should be the leader of STO?s Soccer the Movie? Letsrank some of the biggest filmmakers out there and decide which one would b
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England Has More Drama Than Terry

David Wilson — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 16:55:58 GMT

Now that England has stripped John Terry of his captaincy they have a ton more drama to deal with. They are dealing with injuries and call-ups and this just adds to the circus that they STARTED when
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2010 MLS Preview: Chicago Fire

David Wilson — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 15:00:42 GMT

The Side: The Chicago Fire have a lot to live up to since they share asports city with legendary teams likethe Blackhawks, Bulls, White Sox, Cubbies, and da? Bears. All of those teams have treasure
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The Bard?s 100 Best Soccer Players: Gascoigne (#90)

David Wilson — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 14:52:22 GMT

The Pick: Paul Gascoigne is commonly referred to as Gazza, and ? based on the pic above ? he always liked to grab a little azza. He never reached his full potential as a player due to his personal p
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What Is The Most Watched League In Europe?

David Wilson — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 15:09:47 GMT

Did you guess the Premier League? Or maybe La Liga? Both answers are wrong. According to a newly released report, the Bundesliga said averaged a Europe-high 41,904 fans per game last season, makin
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PLTO Mid-Season Awards: Best Defender

David Wilson — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:13:00 GMT

1) John Terry- Chelsea Hehas his Chelsea club fighting for the title and it never hurts to have a figure like Terry in the middle of the defense. With an explosive offense, Terry makes the Blues c
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PLTO Mid-Season Awards: Most Clean Sheets

David Wilson — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:07:21 GMT

1) Petr Cech- Chelsea Many critics believe that the star keeper has taken a step backwards over the last year, but Petr Cech still has the most clean sheets of any Premier League keeper and should
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NFL?s Super Bowl vs. FIFA?s World Cup

David Wilson — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:55:59 GMT

Well, the 2009/2010 American football season has officially come to an end. Last night?sSuper Bowl was the cherry on top of another delicious season of bone-crunching action. Sadly,we will now have
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2010 World Cup Preview: Ghana

David Wilson — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:13:02 GMT

The Team: Hmm, what do I know aboutGhana? Well, I know Freddy Adu was born there (and some crazy folks might even claim Obama was born there instead of theusualplaces conspiracy theorists claim he w
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PLTO Mid-Season Awards: Most Assists

David Wilson — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 14:57:39 GMT

1) Cesc Fabregas- Arsenal Fabregas has impressed this season both scoring goals and setting them up. The Spanish midfielder is having the best season of his young career and is the critical reason
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2010 World Cup Preview: Serbia

David Wilson — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 14:45:22 GMT

The Team: The Serbian National Soccer Team is the direct descendant of the Yugoslavian National Soccer Team, but that doesn?t mean it will play like a boy among men. Sure, it is technically a ?young
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2010 World Cup Preview: Australia

David Wilson — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:12:54 GMT

The Team: G?day readers! Today I am going to tell you about the Australian Nats, who cruised through qualifying like a schooner through Sydney Harbor. In fact, they only gave up one measly goal the
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PLTO Mid-Season Awards: Most Goals

David Wilson — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 15:52:08 GMT

1) Wayne Rooney- Man U Rooney has enjoyed becoming the featured player this season and the Englishman might just be heating up now that the second half of the season is underway. Rooney was in a d
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2010 World Cup Preview: Germany

David Wilson — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 15:33:26 GMT

The Team: Germans are nice folks, but students of history will tell you to be wary of the ?Krauts?, as Walter from The Big Lebowski would call them. After all, those gregarious Germans did stir up a
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Buy Manchester United Tickets Direct From Ticket Holders

David Wilson — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:10:11 GMT

You might have noticed the new Manchester United banners that have appeared on the site recently. Well Soccer Tickets Online has partnered up with viagogo, Europe?s leading ticket exchange to offer
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PLTO Mid-Season Awards: Best Front Office

David Wilson — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:21:01 GMT

1) Birmingham Everything could come tumbling down, but for now Birmingham has proven all the critics wrong and have proven that you can compete on the top tier despite not having Scrooge McDuck ty
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2010 World Cup Preview: Algeria

David Wilson — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:07:08 GMT

The Team: I consider myself a well-educated person, but I must admit thatI lack muchknowledgewhen it comes toAlgeria. I know it?s a nationin North Africa, and I am aware of the fact that its inhabit
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The Golden Girls of US Soccer: Pilot Episode

David Wilson — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 15:26:39 GMT

The Girls: If you want to know whether someone truly loves soccer, show them the photograph above and then ask themthis riddle: ?Which is most beautiful: (A) the beautiful game, (B)the beautiful gir
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The Bard?s 100 Best Soccer Players: D. Santos (#92)

David Wilson — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 15:07:47 GMT

The Pick: Another defender namedSantos from Brazil in my Top 100? Yep! I profiled Nilton a couple of weeks ago, but now I must turn my attention to Djalma, or as I like to call him ?Tenacious D.? No
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PLTO Mid-Season Awards: Best Import

David Wilson — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 15:09:41 GMT

1) Didier Drogba Drogba is on an MVP type of pace this year, and despite missing time this new year with the African nations Cup, he still should be considered theBest Import in all of the Premier
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US Soccer Birthday Roast: Parkhurst Edition

David Wilson — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:55:26 GMT

The Host: Michael Parkhurst, let me be the first to say ?Happy Birthday!? Wait, your birthday was yesterday? Geez, I?m so sorry. Well, we managed to get everyone together here at our local Chili?s,
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PLTO Mid-Season Awards: Best Domestic

David Wilson — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:47:41 GMT

1) Wayne Rooney It wouldn?t be a proper domestic list without Rooney?s name at the top of it. It would be like no Duff Beer in Springfield orno donuts in Homer Simpson?sworkplace. In other words i
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Manchester United debt is now £716m

David Wilson — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:27:23 GMT

Manchester United now owe creditors a mind boggling ?716.5m ($1.17bn), according to its latest accounts. This is the first time that United?s debts have passed ?700m The company, called Red Football
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PLTO Mid-Season Awards: Most Improved Club

David Wilson — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:17:58 GMT

1) Birmingham A year ago Birmingham was battling clubs simply to have the honor of playing in the top division in football. This season the newboys are playing like a club that deserves to be consi
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The Bard?s 100 Best Soccer Players: Sanchez (#95)

David Wilson — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 14:53:09 GMT

The Pick: Well, I had to have one Mexican player in my Top 100, and I decided to go with Hugo over Blanco. Hugo played in three World Cups for El Tri, and he notched almost 30 goals in his 75 career
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US Soccer Birthday Roast: Preview Edition

David Wilson — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 15:17:01 GMT

Hi kids! It?s me,your Uncle Yank!Don?t you remember me? Yeah, I guess I have been gonefor quite a long time. Your mother told you what? Well, that isn?t entirely accurate. Actually, that dolphin pul
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PLTO Mid-Season Awards: Most Disappointing Club

David Wilson — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 15:05:30 GMT

1) Liverpool It has been a turbulent year for Rafa and the Reds. Right when the club wins a few matches and appears to be back to normal they lose a match to a lowly club like Portsmouth. And luck
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2010 World Cup Preview: England

David Wilson — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:22:28 GMT

The Team:I watch a ton ofMLS, andthat is the most lively I have seen Beckham look in years! All kidding aside, it is no secret that Yanks like myselfdo notcare much for Becks orEngland?s ?football?
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Hiddink Wants Rafa?s Job?

David Wilson — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:17:05 GMT

Fernando Torres has suggested that Liverpool needs to start throwing some cash around to bring in better talent and get Liverpool on even footing with teams like Chelsea and ManU. It appears that
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PLTO Mid-Season Awards: Dirtiest Club & Player

David Wilson — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 14:59:18 GMT

Sunderland has been the dirtiest club in all of the Premier League so far this season and if the squad keeps it up they will win the dishonorableVinny JonesAward which is handed out to the team that
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2010 World Cup Preview: Greece

David Wilson — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 14:50:17 GMT

The Team: Ah, yes, the Greeks. Kids in America ?go Greek? at college, but that usually just involves a lot of costume parties and kegs o? beer. We may wear togas and visit vomitoriums during such af
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2010 World Cup Preview: South Korea

David Wilson — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 14:40:09 GMT

The Team: Unlike their North Korean dopplegangers, the South Korean people are known as lovers ofdemocracy and all that accompaniesit. I think the freedom they express in their daily lives has trans
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The Bard?s 100 Best Soccer Players: N. Santos (#98)

David Wilson — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 14:34:50 GMT

The Pick: Nilton Santos is one of only a fewdefenders who made my Top 100, but his position can be somewhat misleading because he scored more goals over the course of his careerthan many star forwar
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2010 World Cup Preview: Nigeria

David Wilson — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 15:22:14 GMT

The Team: The Nigerian National Team is known as the Super Eagles. Now, these Super Eagles do not have Donovan McNabb or Andy Reid (can you imagine?), but they do have several superstar playersand s
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PLTO Mid-Season Awards: Most Improved Player

David Wilson — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 15:13:53 GMT

Didier Drogba has had more reasons to celebrate this Premier League season then just about any other player in the top flight. Not only has Drogba achieved excellent numbers to start off his 2009/20
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PLTO Mid-Season Awards: Best Young Player

David Wilson — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:48:21 GMT

1 ) Cesc Fabregas Not only is Cesc Fabregas the best player 22 Under, but he might be the best midfielder in the entire Premier League. I apologize to all the Lampard and Gerrard fans out ther
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2010 World Cup Preview: France

David Wilson — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:03:44 GMT

The Team: Ah, Zidane, how I will miss you this year.Les Bleus, the freaking French, will likely miss you too. Not only were youan awesome player, but you also had a great head on your shoulders. Ala
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PLTO Mid-Season Awards: Best Manager

David Wilson — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 14:51:24 GMT

1) Alex McLeish/Birmingham That?s right folksI have asurprise for you. The other Premier League manager named Alexhas impressed so far this season with his newboys currently residing in8th place
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2010 World Cup Preview: Uruguay

David Wilson — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 14:37:33 GMT

The Team: Uruguay has a rich soccer history that features two World Cup titles. However, they have not won it all since 1950, and their recent results have been rather poor. But, one must remember t
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2010 World Cup Preview: Mexico

David Wilson — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 14:43:05 GMT

The Team: Mexico (aka ?El Tri?) did not enjoy a very strong qualifying campaign. In fact, until they enjoyed a late run, they were pretty pedestrian. Plus, other than their recent strong performance
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The Bard?s 100 Best Soccer Players: Series Preview

David Wilson — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 14:25:55 GMT

The Pick: The Flick: The Limerick:

PLTO Mid-Season Awards: Best Transfer

David Wilson — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 14:29:03 GMT

Like every season in the top flight, it is hard to pick out one single player whose effort has far surpassed any other player in the league. But if there ever was a transfer player that deserved the
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2010 World Cup Preview: South Africa

David Wilson — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 14:24:23 GMT

The Team: South Africa will be the other 31 nation?s hospitable host during the upcoming 2010 World Cup. Well, at least we all hope so. Sure, there were fears that this nation would never be ready f
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PLTO Mid-Season Awards: Introduction

David Wilson — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 15:05:40 GMT

Well they say it isn?t over until the fat lady sings, but for now I will spare you all the entrance of Rosie O?Donell andinstead we will evaluate the first half of the season and try tofigure out who
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2010 World Cup Preview: Introduction

David Wilson — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 14:50:29 GMT

The Teams:Soon, 32 teamswill be convergingat the 2010World Cup in South Africa. Over the next few monthsleading up to the biggest sporting spectacle on Earth, I will be profiling each team. I will a
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PLTO Wednesday WAG: Cheryl Cole

David Wilson — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 14:11:14 GMT

The Beauty: OK, I must admit up front that while I don?t find Cheryl Cole to be the most gorgeous galin the world, she is ? according to all objective polling ? the world?s most beautiful WAG. And w
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All I Want For X-mas: Aston Villa & Wigan Athletic

David Wilson — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:04:44 GMT

Aston Villa All Aston Villa wants for X-mas is for things to continue going they way they have recently. Aston Villa is currently enjoying a four game win streak along with a seven game unbeaten st
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What?s With Losing to Inferior Teams?

David Wilson — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:51:56 GMT

With Chelsea ?accepting? a draw with Fulham and ManU getting blasted by West Ham I have 3 questions to ask (and yes, this goes back to the ?picking the wrong team to crumble thing?.) 1. What does
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PLTO Wednesday WAG: Colleen Rooney

David Wilson — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:18:27 GMT

The Beauty: Coleen Rooney is a WAG, for sure, but she is the least ?waggish? of all the EnglishWAGs. What do I mean by that? Well, I mean she?s never been a model. She?s not an actress either. In fa
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Spotlight On Argentine Sensation Messi

David Wilson — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:55:51 GMT

In my opinion, Lionel Messi is the world?s best player whether he wins the FIFA award or not . This year has been more than exciting for Messi. He helped his club win the Uefa champions league, the Sp
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Meet Zakumi, the FIFA 2010 Stupid Mascot

David Wilson — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 16:46:38 GMT

Mascots are one thing that I?ve never really understood. I know that they are not there for my own personal entertainment (being that I am a male inmy mid 20?s), but do children even like these weird
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A Dying Breed

David Wilson — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 16:11:44 GMT

Not many people knew who Tim McKernan was. But only a fool hasn?t heard of McKernan?s alter-ego the Denver Bronco?s fanatic, theBarrel Man. Well some sad news happened a weekend ago for sports fans
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This Is Not The Liverpool We Know

David Wilson — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 14:57:05 GMT

Liverpool?s woes seem to be getting worse with every game they play. Last night?s Champions league match against Fiorentina only compounded Rafael Benitez?s problems. Liverpool lost 2-1 at home to
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World Player Shortlists Revealed

David Wilson — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 14:45:37 GMT

On Monday FIFA revealed the final list of 5 players for both the men and women nominees who will battle it out for the coveted FIFA world player of the year award. In the men?s list the nominees are
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All I Want for X-mas: Portsmouth & Sunderland

David Wilson — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 14:48:51 GMT

Portsmouth All Portsmouth wants for X-mas is a briefcase full of money and no questions asked. It is just like all the Coen brothers movies (Fargo, No Country for Old Men, the Big Lebowski) where a
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A look at Group B ? World Cup 2010

David Wilson — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 14:36:39 GMT

Group B contains Argentina, Nigeria, Greece and South Korea, in what could be a mini group of death. Argentina were poor in qualifying, and Greece and South Korea are always hard to break down. At t
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A look at Group A ? World Cup 2010

David Wilson — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 14:30:47 GMT

Group A contains host nation South Africa, Mexico, Uruguay and France. South Africa is a very weak #1 seed at at the moment, France and Mexico must be favored to move on. A look at the teams in Gr
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STO Red Cleat Diaries: Cleveland Steamers Edition

David Wilson — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 15:12:15 GMT

LeBron James and Shaquille O?Neal are two of America?s most beloved basketball stars. They have both seemingly permeated our culture with their huge personalities and enormous athletic talent. Altho
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STO?s 2009 MLS Best XI

David Wilson — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 14:45:09 GMT

The 2009 MLS season was full of surprises. Many Best XI mainstays fell by the wayside as new blood infused the league with excitement. But who was the absolutebest player at each position in MLS in 20
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2012 Euro?s Seeding Set

David Wilson — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:42:05 GMT

The draw for the 2012 Euro?s in Poland and Ukraine will not be held until February 2010, but UEFA has already conformed the seeds for the draw. With the Republic of Ireland, Scotland and Northern
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US Soccer?s Seven Deadly Sins: Gluttony

David Wilson — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:16:17 GMT

The Sin: Gluttony is one of the most digusting sins, and Maradona exemplifies it in the pic at left. By the time this shot was taken, the man who was the best player in the world (maybe ever) had indu
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World Cup Finalists Are Known

David Wilson — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:28:52 GMT

Now that we know the teams that will be making it to South Africa for the World Cup finals, i think its time we all took the bold step of picking our favorites to win the tournament. I know many of yo
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PLTO Wednesday WAG: Joanna Taylor

David Wilson — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:59:19 GMT

The Beauty: Joanna Taylor is one of the most beautiful WAGs on this list because she is also one of the most talented. Unlike manygirls who are just beauty queens or reality stars (or even actresses
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US Soccer?s Seven Deadly Sins: Sloth

David Wilson — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:09:16 GMT

The Sin:When I was a kid, Ididn?t knowSpielberg?s The Goonies was one of the weirdest movies ever.I mean, the bad guys literally keep their?special? kin chained in the basement where hehas absolutel
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US Soccer?s Seven Deadly Sins: Wrath

David Wilson — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:36:57 GMT

The Sin: For those of you who were wondering: yes, that is a miniature inflatable Skeletor. As regularreaders know,I have christened Bob Bradley ?Skeletor? due to the resemblance his bony visage share
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Inter Milan Fans Needed For TV Commercial

David Wilson — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:58:39 GMT

CALL TO ARMS This is a ?call to arms? for all you passionate football fans out there ? we need you!! At the end of November we?re shooting a very exciting Mastercard Champions League commercial
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US Soccer?s Seven Deadly Sins: Pride

David Wilson — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:43:09 GMT

The Sin: Pride is often called the ?ultimate sin? because it leads to so many of the other sins. According to Proverbs 16:18, ?Pride goeth before destruction?. It?s true, too. I define ?pride? as th
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US Soccer?s Seven Deadly Sins: Series Preview

David Wilson — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 15:03:26 GMT

?For whosoever shall keep the whole law, and yet sin in one point, he is guilty of all.? - James 2:10 For centuries, mankind has been obsessed with the idea of ?sin.? Different cultures and
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STO WAGS of the World: JoJo

David Wilson — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:32:29 GMT

The Beauty: JoJo (who was bornJoanna No?lle Blagden Levesque) is an American pop star. She rose tofame in the music bizata very young age, and she parlayed her perfect pipes into a successful acting c
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STO WAGS of the World: Helen Svedin

David Wilson — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:46:29 GMT

The Beauty: Remember those old beer commercials about the Swedish Bikini Team? Yeah, they weren?t very funny. But, if such a team did exist, then Helen Svedin would be its Captain. Helenis a Swedish m
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STO WAGS of the World: Sylvie van der Vaart

David Wilson — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:09:40 GMT

The Beauty: In the Netherlands, Sylvie van der Vaart is the Queen of the WAGs. Her hubby is a respected player, yes, but that is not why she is the Alpha female in the Dutch WAG hive. It?s becauseshe?
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FIFA Reveals Its Finest On 21st December

David Wilson — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:58:53 GMT

Monday 21st December 2009 is a date to mark in your calendars. Once again the world?s best footballers both male and female will gather at the Zurich Kongresshaus for the 19th FIFA World Player gala.
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PLTO Premier League Top Performers

David Wilson — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:46:10 GMT

Frank Lampard The Blues midfielder would have an especially nice tenth match of the season. Not only did his club cruise to a home victory over Blackburn 5-0, but Lampard was one of the main co
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PLTO Wednesday WAG: Danielle Lloyd

David Wilson — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:35:32 GMT

The Beauty: When you look up WAG in the dictionary, there should be a picture of Danielle Lloyd. She epitomizes this new breed of players? attention-seeking wives girlfriends. She also has all of the
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STO WAGS of the World: Raica Oliveira

David Wilson — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:56:53 GMT

The Beauty:You can?tdeny that Brazilian soccer playershave historically beenthe world?s best. Exhibit A: Pele. Exhibit B: Ronaldo.I rest my case. You also can?t deny that Brazilian models havehistor
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STO WAGS of the World: Melina Pitra

David Wilson — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:44:40 GMT

The Beauty: Melina Pitra ? like many of the WAGs we have profiled here @ STO ? is from Argentina. While she is not actually one of the top Argentine WAGs (or even one of the hottest), she is on this
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PLTO Wednesday WAG: Gemma Atkinson

David Wilson — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:53:05 GMT

The Beauty: Ms.Gemma Atkinson is famous. For what? I don?t know. Let?s see. She?s worked as a lingerie model and men?s mag centerfold (so she?s comfortable wearing next to nothing). She?s been a ?TV
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STO WAGS of the World: Adriana Karembeu

David Wilson — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:51:52 GMT

The Beauty: Adriana Karembeu is perhaps the WAG with themost successful modeling career. She has appeared on the cover of numerous magazines, both of the fashion and men?s varieties, and she has wal
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Watch Real Madrid vs AC Milan Live

David Wilson — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 11:52:31 GMT

Watch Real Madrid vs AC Milan Live Watch live the match between Real Madrid and AC Milan as they battle for the 2009 Champions League title. This mouth watering clash is a must watch for all footbal
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STO WAGS of the World: Sarah Brandner

David Wilson — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:02:10 GMT

The Beauty: When I saw this photo of Miss Sarah Brandner, I almost dropped my own beer. Look at that image.When I saw it, I knew how James Joyce?s character felt at the end of Portrait of the Artist
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PLTO Wednesday WAG: Abigail Clancy

David Wilson — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:00:43 GMT

The Beauty: OK, let me admit my bias up front. Other than maybe Ms. Slade, Abigail Clancy is the hottest English WAG in my opinion. Now, I am not saying she is the ?best?, ?most talented?, or ?most wa
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Enter To Win Free Tickets

David Wilson — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 15:41:34 GMT

Every week we give our predictions of the upcoming games in the Premier League, La Liga and Serie A. I am sure that some of you scoff at the predictions and think you can do better. Well now is your c
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STO WAGS of the World: Yesica Toscanini

David Wilson — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 19:03:26 GMT

The Beauty: When it comes to pure beauty, Yesica may be a WAG with no rival. The 23 year old Argentine model has appearedin every major fashionmagazine in the world, including a coveted stint as a Spo
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STO WAGS of the World: Luli Fernandez

David Wilson — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:31:38 GMT

The Beauty: Miss Luli Fernandez is a South American goddess. Born in Argentina, she becamethe Messi of modeling at a young age. But then again, if she had never done any modeling, she wouldn?tbe able
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STO WAGS of the World: Bianca Kajlich

David Wilson — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:38:51 GMT

The Beauty: For a few years now, Bianca Kajlich has sort of been labeledthe only ?real? American WAG. It?s not because she is the only beautiful lady on a US Nat?s arm. It?s because she?s the only o
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STO WAGS of the World: Preview

David Wilson — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:30:34 GMT

The Beauty: What is it about WAGS (aka Wives And GirlfriendS of soccer stars) that captures the fancy of the public and the media. Is it their bountifulbeauty? Is it their fabulousfame? Is it their
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PLTO Wednesday WAG: Alex Curran

David Wilson — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:55:29 GMT

The Beauty: In a previous post written many moons ago, I ranked Alex Curran the #1 English WAG. While not as famous as Victoria Beckham, or as hot as Melanie Slade, Ms. Curran deserved her #1 rankin
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The MLS Hall of Shame: Diego Serna

David Wilson — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 16:10:27 GMT

Background: Diego Serna spent six years in MLS. When he first arrived here from Colombia, he did quite well and was even named to the 2001 MLS Best XI. But, his last few years were marred by injury
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The MLS Hall of Shame: David Beckham

David Wilson — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:58:44 GMT

Background: You knew I couldn?t resist, didn?t you? I have not hesitated to criticize MLS, Becks, the Gals, andAlexi Lalas in the past. The Beckham Experiment has failed. The hypothesis was gravely fl
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The MLS Hall of Shame: Leonel Alvarez

David Wilson — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:19:34 GMT

Background: 1996 was MLS?s inaugural year, so every record set that year became both an MLS season and all-time record. Most of those season records have fallen since, but one still exists. Leonel A
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The MLS Hall of Shame: Cuauhtemoc Blanco

David Wilson — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:37:38 GMT

Background: Blanco is like Neil Diamond. You either love him or you hate him. Either way, you can?t deny that he is one heck of a soccer player. The man was born to play the game. He even has a juke m
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The MLS Hall of Shame: Daniel Peinado

David Wilson — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:34:28 GMT

Background: It is fitting that this is the only picture of Daniel Peinado I could find because his career was pretty unremarkable. The fact that there is no picture of him on the field (just in trai
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The MLS Hall of Shame: Mamadou Diallo

David Wilson — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:26:09 GMT

Background: Mamadou Diallo is known as ?Big Mama?. Like the Martin Lawrence movie of the same name, he is unbearable to watch. He?s a huge, sulking Senagalese striker. He currently plays in Mali, bu
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Top Ten Richest Football Players In 2008

David Wilson — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:15:56 GMT

After searching and searching for information on the richest footballers, I finally came up with this list. The amazing thing about it is that it contains 3 Brazilians, 3 Britons, an Argentinean, 1
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The MLS Hall of Shame: Clint Mathis

David Wilson — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 15:58:50 GMT

Background: Like Pablo, who I already enshrined, I love me somes Clint Mathis. How could you not love Clint, or ?Cletus?as many fans call him due to his bad attitude and foolish demeanor. I love the
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The MLS Hall of Shame: Tony Meola

David Wilson — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 16:40:00 GMT

Background: WTF? What is Tony Meola doing in my MLSHall of Shame? He was a great keeper in MLS, who won titles, individual awards, and many, many fans. Well, I will tell you why he is here, and it h
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PLTO Wednesday WAG: Melanie Slade

David Wilson — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 17:18:53 GMT

The Beauty: Melanie Slade is the perfect WAG to initiate our PLTO Wednesday WAG of the Week Series. She?s an undebatable ?hottie? with girl-next-door charm. She?s dating England?s hottest young pros
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The MLS Hall of Shame: Mark Dodd

David Wilson — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:28:06 GMT

Background: What is Mark Dodd doing on this list? Well, on June 4, 1998, Dodd played between the pipes for the Dallas Burn against the LA Galaxy. 90+ minutes later, Dodd had conceded a whopping eigh
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The MLS Hall of Shame: Pablo Mastroeni

David Wilson — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 16:26:35 GMT

Background: I?m ready for the backlash, and I hold no remorse for putting beloved American player Pablo Mastroeni on this list. While I love me somes Pablo, both as an MLS star and a US MNT warrior,
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The MLS Hall of Shame: Preview Edition

David Wilson — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 16:46:05 GMT

A few months ago, I wrapped up my list of the players in my inaugural MLS Hall of Fame class. Making the list got me thinking. What if, in addition to an MLS Hall of Fame, there was an MLS Hall of S
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Watch Women's Euro 2009 Championship Live: England vs Germany

David Wilson — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 18:20:31 GMT

<<<<< Watch Women's Euro 2009 Championship Live: England vs Germany Here >>>>>> Watch the live championship match between England and Germany for the Women's Euro 2009 championship title this c
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The Laws of Soccer 101: Final Exam

David Wilson — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 15:48:24 GMT

Everyone please take their seat. No talking! Please take out your scantron sheets and your #2 pencils. The Final Exam will commence momentarily. If you cheat, you will be red carded and given an F. If
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The Laws of Soccer 101: The 4th Official

David Wilson — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:41:07 GMT

If you thought the Asst. Refs were largely expendable, then you definitely won?t find the 4th Official necessary. FIFA would agree with you too as it states a 4th official is only to be employed whe
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The Laws of Soccer 101: The Technical Area

David Wilson — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 16:02:35 GMT

In our second to last installment of ?The Laws of Soccer 101? before our Final Exam, I wanted to address the second appendix-like rule tacked into the rulebook that is not actually characterized as
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The Laws of Soccer 101: Tiebreakers

David Wilson — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:21:09 GMT

As the STO Commish once noted, tying is Un-American and should be avoided when possible. We Yankslike clearly defined winners and losers, so tying in the NFL (aka ?the NotFootball League?)is highlyi
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The Laws of Soccer 101: The Goal Kick

David Wilson — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 17:05:07 GMT

The 16th Law of Soccer revolves around the goal kick. As you can probably imagine, it is perhaps the most boring rule in the entire FIFA rulebook. I mean, it?s so simple, short and self-explanatory,
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The Laws of Soccer 101: The Corner Kick

David Wilson — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 16:50:02 GMT

My wife loves the movie Dirty Dancing. She watches it almost every time it is on television. For those of you who do not live in a place where you receive TBS, TNT, USA, etc., let me tell you this:
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The Laws of Soccer 101: The Throw-In

David Wilson — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 15:35:27 GMT

The throw-in, which is described by the 15th Law of Soccer, is a strange aspect of the game. Everyone always says you can?t use your hands in soccer, yet when it comes to throw-ins, you must use your
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The Laws of Soccer 101: The PK

David Wilson — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 16:29:54 GMT

The PK is really the ultimate ?mano-a-mano? moment in soccer. One player faces off against the goalkeeper. Everybody else has to be outside the box. It?s just two men, facing off for a goal (somethi
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The Laws of Soccer 101: Free Kicks

David Wilson — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 16:00:49 GMT

The 13th Law of Soccer deals with ?free kicks?. Now, to those of you youngsters out there, free kicksare notthe equivalent of a ridonculous sale @ Rackroom Shoes. No, they refer to the kickssoccer p
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FIFA Soccer 09 is STO?s Best Video Game

David Wilson — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:55:41 GMT

Here in the U.S., it is the annual Madden time of the year, where kids all over America (bothyoung or grown up)buy the popular sports video gamefranchise and look up the roster updates and marvel at t
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The Laws of Soccer 101: Misconduct

David Wilson — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:46:22 GMT

Whether we are talking about soccer or society, it is a fact that misconductmust be penalized. If there were no threat of punishment for committinga crime,bad people would likely reign over the mora
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The Laws of Soccer 101: Offsides

David Wilson — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 15:23:59 GMT

The 11th Law of the Game deals with the ?offside position?, which is nowhere nearly as dirty as it sounds whenit isput it in quotation marks like that. Offsides is a hotly debated rule of soccer, an
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The Laws of Soccer 101: Scoring

David Wilson — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 15:30:00 GMT

We all spend most of our lives trying to ?score? in one way or another. Whether it is in the obvious ways ? like in sports or with the ladies ? or in the most personal ways that maybe we only unders
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The Laws of Soccer 101: Out of Bounds

David Wilson — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 15:43:09 GMT

We dealt with the pitch way back in Law #1, but a single rule can?t encompass everything related to something as wide-ranging (both physically and philosophically) as the field of play. So, the 9th
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The Laws of Soccer 101: Starting Play

David Wilson — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 16:36:32 GMT

The 8th Law of Soccer deals with many things, but what it is really about is how play is started and (when necessary) restarted. It sets forth how the pre-gamecoin toss is regulated,and it determine
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The Laws of Soccer 101: The Match Duration

David Wilson — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 16:15:20 GMT

It was only a matter of timebefore wereached thethe 7th Law of Soccer (pun intended), the match duration. Personally, I don?t think it isa waste of your timeto learn thatthe Law #7states that matche
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The Laws of Soccer 101: The Assistant Refs

David Wilson — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 15:25:33 GMT

Wouldn?t soccer be more enjoyable if this is how the assistant refs actually looked? It could revolutionize the game and completely do away with the need for a separate team of lady dancers. Moreove
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The Laws of Soccer 101: The Players

David Wilson — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 16:47:28 GMT

Players are the reason we love soccer. Human athletes have always been the real attraction throughout sporting history. While the games have changed, our love of the gladiators and warriors who play
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The Laws of Soccer 101: The Equipment

David Wilson — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 16:26:19 GMT

The 4th Law of Soccer deals with equipment. I will spare you the naughty jokes from the discussion of rules related to balls earlier, but I will mention that the 4th Law is more important than it so
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The Laws of Soccer 101: The Ball

David Wilson — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:31:45 GMT

Welcome back students. Its time to learn about the 2nd Law of Soccer, The Law of the Balls. Sounds dirty, I know, but lets try and keep giggling to a minumum please. So, asI was saying, there are ma
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Cobi Jones: The Man Behind the Dreadlocks

David Wilson — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 15:39:16 GMT

U.S. SQUADOVERVIEW: Cobi Jones is considered one of the bestU.S. midfielders everand currently still holds the record for most U.S. national team appearances with 165 capsduring the spanof his interna
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STO Soccer Film Review: Fever Pitch

David Wilson — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 16:29:11 GMT

Editors Note: This review is of the 1997film FeverPitch, and not the 2005 Farrelly Bros.bastardization of the original, which is also unfortunately known as Fever Pitch. Do not watch the Farrelly Br
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The Laws of Soccer 101: The Field

David Wilson — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 17:58:55 GMT

According to FIFA Law of Soccer No. 1, a soccer pitch to be official must meet certain specifications. However, the vastvarieties offields that can meet the criteria to be deemed official are actu
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