Wales on Saturday took a giant step towards Euro 2016 thanks to a Gareth Bale-inspired 3-0 win in Israel that took Chris Coleman’s men to the summit ofEuropean championship qualifying Group B. The Real Madrid winger created the first goal for Aaron Ramsey before scoring the next two himself, including a brilliant free-kick for his […]
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Brazil Looking Like Copa America Favorite
Following friendly wins against France (3-1) and Chile (1-0), Brazil has now reeled off eight straight victories since Dunga took charge of the national team following itsdisappointing World Cup campaign. Though the Seleccao will head to Chile for this summer’s Copa America as one of the favorites, Dunga says the priority will still be qualifying […]
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Real Madrid is 'Frustrating' Chicharito
Real Madrid striker Javier Hernandez describes his situation at Real Madrid as “frustrating” after managing only 590 minutes since joining the club on loan from Manchester United. The Mexicointernational spoke of his frustration and waning confidence after scoring El Tri’s only goal in a 1-0 win against Ecuador.
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Suarez: Playing for Barca Harder Than Liverpool
In an interview with German sports daily kicker, Luis Suarez admits it is more difficult playing for Barcelona than it was at Liverpool, his previous employer, because he is affordedmuch less space in Spain than he was in the English Premier League. Despite a tough start to life in La Liga, the Uruguayan has eight […]
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Guardiola to Coach Qatar in 2022?
According to reports in Germany, Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola could take over as coach of the 2022 World Cup host Qatar after his current deal with the German champ expires at the endof next season. The German news daily Sport Bild dedicated its front page on Wednesday to speculation that the former Barcelona manager […]
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Messimania Hits Washington, D.C.
Lionel Messi and Argentina were practicing in Washington, D.C. yesterday ahead of the Albiceleste’s clash with El Salvador on Friday night. The Washington Post tells thestory of several fans who came from all over just to get a glimpse of the Barcelona star. Apparently, Messi is a big deal now, even in the U.S.
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Hazard: UCL Elimination a 'Blessing in Disguise'
In an interview with French sports daily L’Equipe, Chelsea’s Belgian winger Eden Hazard says that the Blues’ elimination from the UEFA Champions League at the handof Paris Saint-Germain could be a “blessing in disguise” as bowing out of the competition has allowed Jose Mourinho’s men to focus on wrapping up the English Premier Leaguetitle. Chelsea […]
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Reports: Xavi to Join Qatari Club
Reports in Spain claim that Barcelona midfielder Xavi Hernandez is poised to sign a three-year contract with Qatari club Al Sadd, instead of MLS. According to the reports, the 35-year-oldSpanish playmaker will join the Qatari team at the end of the season, earning a salary of €10 million. He will also study for his coaching license […]
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John Terry Signs Chelsea Extension
Chelsea on Thursday announced that club captain John Terry signed a one-year contract extension that would keep the 34-year-old at the club until the end of the 2015-16 season.
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LVG: 'Triangles' Key to Man United Resurgence
Louis van Gaal on Thursday revealed that ‘triangles’ are behind the upturn in form that has put his team on course for a return to the UEFA Champions League. Thanks to recentimpressive wins against Tottenham and Liverpool—in which the Red Devils’ deployed a 4-3-3 formation—, van Gaal’s men have opened up a five-point gap in […]