Thursday, January 31, 2013

David Beckham leads deadline day January transfer moves

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-- Just a few days ago, you would have been forgiven for forgetting about David Beckham. The speculation over the past months over where he might find himself hasn't exactly enthralled. In fact, it's been deeply dull. The most interesting point was that ...David Beckham to join French club Paris Saint GermainUSA TODAYDavid Beckham's ability to locate the limelight will test Zlatan IbrahimovicThe Guardian (blog)David Beckham set to join new soccer team: Paris St. GermainLos Angeles TimesYahoo! Sports -CNNall 129 news articles »

Becks 4 Paris: 10 Reasons Why David Beckham Is Already French

And it's a move that strikes us as a pretty sensible one. Because while Becks and his family might have fitted in well with America's love of sports, showbiz and people being celebrated for no particular reason, we think France will suit Davi d even ...and more »

David Beckham leads deadline day January transfer moves

The 37-year-old midfielder, who quit Major League Soccer side LA Galaxy in December, is expected to be unveiled by the Ligue 1 side later on Thursday. Elsewhere, AC Milan have signed striker Mario Balotelli from Premier League champions Manchester ...and more »

Wednesday, January 30, 2013

David Beckham deal not on the agenda claims Arsene Wenger

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Is this Sunderland's answer to David Beckham?Les's stylish dress and general appearance has won him places in the finals of two competitions. At the age of 46, Les has beaten more than 1,000 entrants to become the oldest finalist in Britain's Best Groomed Man and is also one of two men in the ...

David Beckham back on the field with Arsenal

NBCNews.comDavid Beckham may be getting serious about resuming his soccer career. Or maybe he's just really bored. Either way, the former Galaxy midfielder trained with Arsenal on Tuesday and plans to keep working out with the English Premier League team for the ...David Beckham trains at Arsenal with his future plans still undecidedTelegraph.co.ukBeckham training with Arsenal to keep fitNBCNews.comBig decisions ahead: A contemplative David Beckham keeps his head down as ...Daily MailBleac her Report -The Sunall 250 news articles »

David Beckham deal not on the agenda claims Arsene Wenger

Manager Arsene Wenger is adamant David Beckham signing for Arsenal is not on the agenda, despite confirming the England captain is training at their Hertfordshire base. Beckham is currently without a club after leaving Los Angeles Galaxy at the end of ...

Sunday, January 27, 2013

Secretary General to begin 2013 Host City tour

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After stepping up to the senior national side, the shot-stopper took part in the 2001 Copa America and the 2002 FIFA World Cup™ in Korea/Japan. Munua started out at Uruguayan heavyweights Nacional, with whom he secured four league titles, before ...

Said & Done

Fifa's Danny Jordaan – revealing the "true beneficiaries" of the South Africa 2010 World Cup. Jordaan says Fifa's World Cup legacy fund, £32m for "social welfare" projects, is a source of "pride and optimism … Our assault on poverty, unemployment and ...

Secretary General to begin 2013 Host City tour

On Sunday 27 January, FIFA Secretary General Jérôme Valcke will embark on the first leg of a tour that will take him once again to all 12 Host Cities of the 2014 FIFA World Cup™ during this calendar year. The first stop will be Fortaleza, where he ...N ewsdesk - Euro 2020 Plans Take Shape; Back to Brazil for ValckeWorld Football Insiderall 2 news articles »

Saturday, January 26, 2013

Soccer

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-LONDON, Jan 26 (Reuters) - Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson has rounded on critics of goalkeeper David De Gea, calling them "idiots". The 22-year-old Spaniard was lambasted for failing to deal with a cross that led to an injury-time equaliser ...and more »

16 dead in Egypt riot after soccer violence verdict

ABC NewsCAIRO (AP) — An Egyptian court sentenced 21 people to death Saturday on charges related to one of the world's deadliest incidents of soccer violence, touching off an attempted jailbreak and a riot that killed 16 in the Mediterranean port city that is ...Egypt court hands down 21 death sentences for soccer violence last year that ...Fox NewsEgypt army to deploy after soccer verdict riotBoston Heraldall 535 news articles »

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BBC News-LONDON, Jan 26 (Reuters) - Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert said his side wi ll pick themselves up after their miserable season hit a new low on Friday with a 2-1 FA Cup defeat against fourth tier Millwall. The Midlands club are currently one place ...-Slumping Villa knocked out of FA Cup by MillwallGlobalPostall 125 news articles »

Thursday, January 24, 2013

India takes another step towards hosting U

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Moneycontrol.comTo have 80,000 people at Wembley, the temple of men's football, for a match there was really something. It was no surprise that for the third time in a row the USA women were Olympic champions, beating Japan, having lost the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup ...Brazil Minister of Sports on World Cup 2014 Stadiums, Transport, Fan SafetyBleacher ReportWill Brazil Be Ready for the World Cup?Fox NewsBrazil's sports minister calms fears for World Cup 2014RTE.ieBoxscore -Daijiworld.com -World Football Insiderall 34 news articles »

FIFA World Cup Legacy Trust Approves First 973 Beneficiaries

THUNDER BAY – Sports – Following a four-month public application phase, the board of the 2010 FIFA World Cup Legacy Trust under chairman Danny Jordaan has approved the first 973 beneficiaries for a total am ount of ZAR 56 million. Overall, 4,347 ...and more »

India takes another step towards hosting U

IBNLive-(From left) Mr. Thierry Regenass, Mr. Joseph Blatter, Mr. All India Football Federation (AIFF) President Mr. Praful Patel met FIFA President Mr. Joseph Blatter, FIFA Secretary General Mr. Jerome Valcke and Mr. Thierry Regenass, Director Member ...U-17 World Cup: FIFA agrees to review Indian govt's letterIBNLiveall 16 news articles »

Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Germany: All

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-17 World Cp: FIFA agrees to review Indian govt's letterNew Delhi: FIFA on Wednesday agreed to review the letter of the Government of India and reqested the AIFF to send its legal advisors to discss in detail isses relating to India's chances of hosting the nder-17 World Cp in 2017. All India Football ...AIFF president meets Blatter for -17 World CpVancover Desiall 13 news articles &raqo;

Russias Capello eyes automatic World Cup berth

The Italian signed a two-year contract with Russia's Football Union (RFU) last July and has since steered the side to victory in all four of their World Cup qualifiers to lead Group F with a five-point margin over Portugal and Israel. "I'm really happy ...Capello Delighted With First 6 Months in RussiaR-SportEverybody will get their chance against Iceland' – CapelloRTall 11 news articles »

Germany: All

-Germany are only the second side in history to have scored 200 goals in World Cup football. Thomas Muller scored against Argentina in the third minute of the 2010 World Cup quarter-final to reach the 200 goals mark. Germany have a current total of 203 ...

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

World Cup 2014: Neymar & The Brazilian Wonderkids

http://tinyurl.com/aafxbtw - Brazil 2014 World Cup Latest: Stadium Development, Ticket Process, Draw Details

The 2014 World Cup has had its issues. From early on in the organisational process there has been mudslinging and dispute over many aspects of the tournament's planning. From stadium construction to ticket prices and from infrastructure to the ...

Renovated planes for FIFA WC security

Loading image. Please wait. . Rio de Janerio: The Brazilian Air Force will renovate five E-99 airborne early warning and control aircraft for the security of the 2014 FIFA World ...and more »

World Cup 2014: Neymar & The Brazilian Wonderkids

A Brazilian wonderkid – a rare player every football fan secretly wishes their team had. They may not be known for their reliability or work-rate but their creative genius and ability on the ball is world-renowned. Maybe it's the single name (Neymar ... Top 5: Candidates to win the World Cup 2014GiveMeFootball.comall 3 news articles »

Sunday, January 20, 2013

Soccer

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-JOHANNESBURG, Jan 20 (Reuters) - Nigeria, who embark on a new chapter as they seek to return to past glories at the African Nations Cup, are starting a five-year project which will culminate at the 2018 World Cup, coach Stephen Keshi said. "This is a ...and more »

SAFA cash rich from World Cup

Independent OnlineJOHANNESBURG: Nearly three years after Spain won the 2010 World Cup final, South Africa's football association was left with US$50 million (RM150 million) from world body Fifa to develop the game in the former host country. Danny Jordaan, the World ...REFILE-Soccer-South Africa hand out first allocation of World Cup moneyYahoo! SportsSafa putting WC money 'to good use'Independent OnlineVuvuzelas blare again as SAfrica opens African CupNBCNews.comBusinessLIVE -THISDAY Live -Victoria Times Colonistall 1,411 news articles »

Soccer

-Jan 19 (Reuters) - Argentina and holders Brazil, who between them have 11 titles, will miss this year's Under-20 World Cup in Turkey after abysmal results in the South American qualifying tournament. The arch-rivals both failed to go through to the ...

Saturday, January 19, 2013

First Look: David Beckham's Bodywear Campaign for H&M

http://tinyurl.com/aggbj65 - David Beckham sports an impressive Hollywood tan as he wraps up against the ...

And in spite of the freezing weather gripping much of the UK this week, David Beckham was sporting an impressive Hollywood tan as he stepped out in London on Friday. Looking every inch the dapper dude as he wandered the streets of the capital, the ...Victoria Beckham's 'bandmates inspired UK move'Music NewsVictoria Beckham's 'Renewed Friendship' With The Spice Girls Inspired Move ...Entertainmentwiseall 5 news articles »

Photo: David Beckham’s New Ad for H&M

The circle cut out from his name is a bit jarring. Related: Photos: On Set With David Beckham in His H&M Underwear ... More »

First Look: David Beckham's Bodywear Campaign for H&M

First Look: David Beckham's Bodywear Campaign for H&MHere's another shirtless man to help warm you up this chilly January afternoon: The first official shot of David Beckham Bodywear for H&M. According to earlier reports, Dave is cast as a superhero in the campaign, which will probably be more apparent ...

Friday, January 18, 2013

Soccer

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MADRID, Jan 18 (Reuters) - Barcelona goalkeeper Victor Valdes has rejected the chance to renew his contract with the club and will leave at the end of his current deal in 2014, sports director Andoni Zubizarreta said on Friday. Spain's number two behind Iker Casillas has just turned 31, and has played with Barca since joining their academy in 1995. "We let them know our interest in renewing his ...

Soccer coach accused of lewd acts with girl

A soccer coach was being held on $100,000 bail on suspicion of felony lewd conduct with a 15-year-old female player, police said.

Soccer

Jan 18 (Reuters) - Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Sandro will miss the rest of the season after undergoing knee surgery this week, the Premier League club said on Friday. The Brazil international was forced off after landing awkwardly in their 0-0 draw with Queens Park Rangers in the leagu e on Saturday. "Following consultation with the knee surgeon, the club can report that Sandro is expected to ...

Thursday, January 17, 2013

Klinsmann: England should host WC again

http://tinyurl.com/b9e6bck - Guedioura: This squad is like a family

The Algerian midfielder will be playing in his first pan-African competition in South Africa but it will not be his first international tournament in the country - having represented Algeria at the 2010 FIFA World Cup™. “I'm really excited because it ...All set for 2013 football festival in Africa: officialShanghai Daily (subscription)Superstars and Minnows Alike Gear Up for Soccer GloryAllAfrica.comEgypt fall down in a nearly unchanged FIFA rankingAhram OnlineThe New Age Online -EthioSports -Citizenall 404 news articles »

Hodgson ready for important anniversary year

England manager Roy Hodgson insists 2013, the 150th anniversary of the Football Association, will be "vitally important" for the World Cup in Brazil next year. Hodgson, speaking at the launch of the FA's 150th anniversary celebrations at Londo n's ...FA sees in 150th anniversary year in styleFifa.comEngland will try best to hit bull's eye during 2014 Brazil WC: HodgsonZee NewsPub rows, Gazza's tears and a bad bid: The FA celebrates its 150th anniversaryThe IndependentEmirates 24/7 -Daily Mail -Yahoo! Sportsall 256 news articles »

Klinsmann: England should host WC again

... to host the World Cup again. There is no immediate prospect of another English bid being launched to stage football's biggest show, with the 2018 and 2022 hosting rights already awarded to Russia and Qatar respectively by the sport's world ...and more »

Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Emerging Home

http://tinyurl.com/bhwa2pz - SapientNitro buys up Brazil ad shop ahead of World Cup & Olympics

AdAge.comThe news release from SapientNitro, a division of Sapient (Nasdaq: SAPE) cited Brazil's 2014 hosting of the FIFA World Cup and the 2016 Olympics. “As the changing consumer continues to disrupt the way companies and brands interact with their consumers, ...SapientNitro Buys DigitalAgency iThink in BrazilAdAge.comSapientNitro Expands into Latin America with Acquisition of iThinkDailyFinanceall 11 news articles »

Brazilian Prostitutes Learning English Before 2014 World Cup

In advance of the 2014 World Cup, Brazil is getting ready for its close up. And Brazilian prostitutes are getting ready for their own close ups — with a lot of English-speaking tourists. As the country braces for an influx of soccer fans, according to ...Brazil prostitutes learning English for 2014 World CupUSA TODAYWorld Cu p 2014: Brazil's prostitutes learning new languages in preparationTelegraph.co.ukBrazil prostitutes are planning to learn English before 2014 World CupNational PostGlobalPost (blog) -SportsGrid -CNNall 355 news articles »

Emerging Home

-Based Players Who Can Break into Brazil's 2014 World Cup ...The 2014 World Cup is now less than 18 months away. The competition will be looming large in the minds of international managers worldwide, with the core of their squads already taking shape in their plans. Most will look to have all but a couple of ...

Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Soccer

Error - Messi, Barcelona soar in AP soccer rankings

LONDON (AP) Lionel Messi's domination of European soccer was clear in the Associated Press Global Soccer Rankings, while his team Barcelona stayed at the top of the poll. Manchester United striker Robin van Persie was the only player to challenge ...and more »

Soccer

-LONDON, Jan 15 (Reuters) - West Ham United are down to "less than the bare bones" in defence for Wednesday's FA Cup third round replay against Manchester United at Old Trafford, manager Sam Allardyce said. The Londoners have just three senior ...and more »

Soccer

-MOSCOW, Jan 15 (Reuters) - Former Russian chief Sergei Fursenko has been cleared of stealing money while in the job although his lavish spending left the country's FA (RFU) nearly $26.5 million in debt, state authorities announced on Tuesday.and more »

Monday, January 14, 2013

Three more teams added to FIFA beach soccer World Cup Asian qualifiers

http://tinyurl.com/cg4zfb7 - American Ligety posting best World Cup season

First, there was satisfaction in taming the snow-covered, Swiss cow pastures where the winner's list since the inaugural week of World Cup racing in 1967 reads like an Alpine who's who. "It's the only classic GS I haven't won, so it's nice to get it ...and more »

Iran to Play Philippines in FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup qualifier

Tehran Times – Doha, Iran will play the Philippines in its opening match of the 2013 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup qualifiers. The Iranian outfit is scheduled to face the Philippines in Group D on January 22 at the Katara Beach in Doha, Qatar. The ...

Three more teams added to FIFA beach soccer World Cup Asian qualifiers

gulfnews.com-ZURICH: The number of teams that will fight it out in the Asian qualifying rounds, starting in Qatar January 22, to book a place in the FIF A Beach Soccer World Cup 2013 to be hosted by Tahiti has gone up to 16 with the addition of three more teams.UAE, Saudi in same group for qualifiersgulfnews.comSportsnet Secures 4-Year Multiplatform Deal with CONCACAFSportsnet.caall 4 news articles »

Sunday, January 13, 2013

Lyon sign Japans World Cup winner Ohno

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-New Zealand Football is open to ering Ryan Nelsen a potential 2014 World Cup role regardless of his playing retirement. With Queens Park Rangers manager Harry Redknapp trying to delay Nelsen beginning his Canadian coaching job at Toronto FC until ...and more »

Samara Awards $28m World Cup Contract

-SpotSAMAA, ussia, Januay 11 (-Spot) - The cental ussian city of Samaa awaded a $27.5 million contact to design a 2018 Wold Cup aena Fiday, picking a local fim fo the job. The tende calls fo a 45,000-seate stadium, to be educed to 35,000 ...and moe &aquo;

Lyon sign Japans World Cup winner Ohno

French club Lyon on Thursday signed Japan's World Cup striker Shinobu Ohno and American midfielder Megan Rapinoe, two of the hottest properties in international women's football. Ohno, 29, who played in Japan's 2011 women's World Cup winning side, ...and m ore »

Saturday, January 12, 2013

Bolton striker Ngog to play for Cameroon

http://tinyurl.com/a9n4k6b - Samara Awards $28m World Cup Contract

-SpotSAMAA, ussia, Januay 11 (-Spot) - The cental ussian city of Samaa awaded a $27.5 million contact to design a 2018 Wold Cup aena Fiday, picking a local fim fo the job. The tende calls fo a 45,000-seate stadium, to be educed to 35,000 ...and moe &aquo;

Lyon sign Japans World Cup winner Ohno

French club Lyon on Thursday signed Japan's World Cup striker Shinobu Ohno and American midfielder Megan Rapinoe, two of the hottest properties in international women's football. Ohno, 29, who played in Japan's 2011 women's World Cup winning side, ...and more »

Bolton striker Ngog to play for Cameroon

Former French junior international David Ngog has committed himself to helping Cameroon qualify for the next World Cup, coach Jean Paul Akono has said. 0. - Football - World Cup PA Photos. The pledge came after ...

Friday, January 11, 2013

St Ledger winning fitness battle for World Cup qualifiers

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Tehran Times – Iran will play the Philippines in its opening match of the 2013 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup qualifiers. The Iranian outfit is scheduled to face the Philippines in Group D on January 22 at the Katara Beach in Doha, Qatar. The Persians ...

Dobson on soccer: Value in friendlies for Canada

All of this on the heels of the disastrous 2010 World Cup qualifying campaign. Yes, I promise I won't mention it again. But on previous occasions the men's team basically began the calendar year by going into hiding until the Gold Cup eight or nine ...Embattled Canadian men to face Japan in third scheduled soccer friendly of 2013The ProvinceJapan to face Canada in World Cup warm-upSI.comall 61 news articles »

St Ledger winning fitness battle for World Cup qualifiers

GIOVANNI Trapattoni has bee n handed a major fitness boost with the news that Sean St Ledger is recovering from his hamstring injury quicker than expected. The 28-year-old has been out since November and had been a major doubt for the Republic of ...

Thursday, January 10, 2013

David Beckham to announce plans for next season when?

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Swapping feature films for the chance to direct David Beckham in his boxer shorts, Guy Ritchie has created a new TV advert for David Beckham Bodywear at high street fashion fave H&M that sees the heart throb turn action hero.

Gerard Pique Takes On Interactive World Cup Holder In FIFA 13 Contest, Gets ...

The 2012 FIFA Interactive World Cup (FIWC) '12 winner, Alfonso Ramos, 24, yesterday lived every football fan's dream as he attended the FIFA Ballon d'Or gala, met a host of the world's top footballers and took on Barcelona star Gerard Piqué at a game ...

David Beckham to announce plans for next season when?

David Beckham to announce plans for next season . . . when?

Wednesday, January 9, 2013

David Beckham to decide on future next week after pondering 12 formal offers from around the globe

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David Beckham will make a decision on his future next week with the former England midfielder having received 12 formal offers from around the globe....

David Beckham offered two

Footballer is reportedly wanted as an ambassador for the Qatar 2022 World Cup.

David Beckham to decide on future next week after pondering 12 formal offers from around the globe

Former England captain has received 12 formal offers worldwide and will make a decision on future next week.

Tuesday, January 8, 2013

Lack of Finances Threaten Zimbabwe's Brazil 2014 Campaign

http://tinyurl.com/amuwfeo - World Cup Brazil 2014 Preparations Include The Return Of Country's Big Soccer ...

World Cup Brazil 2014 Preparations Include The Return Of Country's Big Soccer ...In the summer of 2014, Brazil will host soccer's biggest celebration for the first time in over 60 years, and the South American nation wants it to be an affair to remember. The country is gearing up for a great showing and they want to be ready, in ...and more »

Brazil 2014 to be run by ally of former dictatorship

Next year's World Cup in Brazil is in the hands of an octogenarian politician of fiery temperament closely tied to the former military dictatorship. Jose Maria Marin, 82, assumed control of the organising committee in March, taking over from the ...

Lack of Finances Threaten Zimbabwe's Brazil 2014 Campaign

Lack of Finances Threaten Zimbabwe's Brazil 2014 CampaignZimbabwe might have to forego its 2014 World Cup qualifying campaign because the country's football association is bankrupt and cannot pay the expenses for the March trip to Egypt. The warning comes from Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) vice ...and more »

Monday, January 7, 2013

Aguero splits from Maradona's daughter after four

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- Argentine striker Diego Maradona leapt up for the ball against England goalkeeper Peter Shilton before using his hand to punch the ball over the 'keeper and into the net. Despite the numerous protests from English players, the goal was given.Suarez in the wars as Reds nick itIrish IndependentLiverpool: Repeat Cheat Luis Suarez Deserves Ban for Flagrant FA Cup HandballBleacher ReportHandball controversy triggers mindless Suarez bashingFootball.co.ukall 1,008 news articles »

Cavani follows in Maradona's footsteps

Cavani follows in Maradona's footstepsAFP - Edinson Cavani relaunched his campaign to finish Serie A's top scorer and Napoli's first since Diego Maradona with a hat-trick in an emphatic 4-1 win over Roma on Sunday. If he succeeds, the Uruguayan will emulate former Napoli hero ...Napoli Roma preview: Taking a standESPN (blog)al l 116 news articles »

Aguero splits from Maradona's daughter after four

Aguero splits from Maradona's daughter after four-Sergio Aguero has split with from his wife Giannina, Diego Maradona's daughter, after a four-year marriage. Giannina is now believed to be living in Madrid with their three-year-old son Benjamin after confirming the news on Twitter. She said 'we're ...Manchester City star Sergio Aguero splits from Diego Maradona's daughterMirror.co.ukSergio Aguero Splits Up with Diego Maradona's Daughter GianninaSports World ReportAguero splits with Maradona's daughter after four years of relationshipNewstrack IndiaThe Sun -Team talk -Manchester Evening Newsall 20 news articles »

Sunday, January 6, 2013

Soccer

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MILAN, Jan 6 (Reuters) - Inter Milan's slump continued when they went down to a 3-0 defeat at Udinese on Sunday, with 35-year-old Antonio Di Natale scoring twice for the hosts. Inter dominated the first hour and missed a flurry of chances including one incredible effort from Brazilian Jonathan who contrived to fire wide from six metres out in the 54th minute with the goal at his mercy. Rodrigo ...

Soccer

Jan 6 (Infostrada Sports) - Results and standings from the Serie A matches on Sunday Sunday, January 6Udinese 3 Inter Milan 0 Saturday, January 5Catania 0 Torino 0 Lazio 2 Cagliari 1 Standings P W D L F A Pts 1 Juventus 18 14 2 2 39 11 44 2 Lazio 19 12 3 4 28 19 39 -------------------------3 Fiorentina 18 10 5 3 36 19 35 -------------------------4 Inter Milan 19 11 2 6 30 22 35 5 Napoli 18 11 3 ...

Soccer

Jan 6 (Infostrada Sports) - Top scorers of the Serie A on S unday 14 Stephan El Shaarawy (AC Milan) 13 Edinson Cavani (Napoli) 12 Antonio Di Natale (Udinese) 10 Erik Lamela (AS Roma) Miroslav Klose (Lazio) 9 Pablo Osvaldo (AS Roma) 8 Stevan Jovetic (Fiorentina) Diego Milito (Inter Milan) 7 Giampaolo Pazzini (AC Milan) German Denis (Atalanta Bergamo) Hernanes (Lazio) Marek Hamsik (Napoli) 6 ...

Saturday, January 5, 2013

Katanec returns as Slovenia coach

http://tinyurl.com/aoray29 - Uruguay legend Mazurkiewicz passes away

"It is with great sadness I hear of the passing away of Ladislao Mazurkiewicz, Uruguay's most capped player at a FIFA World Cup, with 13 games played in three editions," FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter. "On behalf of FIFA and myself, I address my most ...

Zimbabwe might quit 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifiers

Zimbabwe might be forced to withdraw from the 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifying competition as the national football association has no money for a fixture in Egypt during March, according to a senior official. “There is no money to pay for travel ...What to, not to expect in 2013Zimbabwe IndependentGovernment to help WarriorsSuperSport (blog)all 7 news articles »

Katanec returns as Slovenia coach

The Football Association of Slovenia have reappointed Srecko Katanec as head coach of the national team follo wing the resignation of Slavisa Stojanovic. Katanec, 49, led his country to the 2002 FIFA World Cup™ at the end of a successful four-year ...and more »

Friday, January 4, 2013

Iraq Hires Local Coach, Not Maradona

http://tinyurl.com/aq7m585 - Diego Maradona on Napoli, Juventus and the future

Napoli legend Diego Maradona has dreams of leading his former Italian team as head coach one day and believes Juventus could add to their already elite squad if they were to pick up striker Edinson Cavani. Maradona expressed his feelings towards the ...

Wenger om Walcott

-Det irakiske fodboldforbund har søndag forfremmet U/19-landstræner Hakeem Shakir, der også har været den midlertidige løsning, efter at brasilianske Zico i november valgte at trække sig som landstræner. I sidste uge kom det frem, at Diego Maradona ...and more »

Iraq Hires Local Coach, Not Maradona

The Asian Football Confederation has announced that Hakeem Shakir has been named Iraq's head coach, ending speculation that Argentinian legend Diego Maradona would be chosen for the job. The confederation said on December 30 that the Iraqi ...

UAE team handed difficult beach soccer World Cup qualifying test

http://tinyurl.com/b8884sg - Soccer coach who led Israel to its only World Cup finals passes away

Soccer stars of the past and present mourn death of Emanuel Sheffer, the first and only manager to guide the national team to the finals of a major tournament, who died on Friday at the age of 88. By Moshe Boker | Dec.30, 2012 | 8:03 AM ...Israel soccer world honors Scheffer's memoryJerusalem PostLegendary soccer coach Emmanuel Scheffer diesThe Times of Israelall 7 news articles »

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NBCNews.com-LONDON, Dec 23 (Reuters) - Winning a second World Cup title in Brazil in 2014 should not be impossible for England, manager Roy Hodgson said on Sunday. "We're far from being favourites but you've got to shy away from 'impossible' in football," Hodgson ...: 'Not impossible' for England to win World Cup - coachNew Zealand HeraldMisfiring English suggest shootouts in friendliesN BCNews.comall 225 news articles »

UAE team handed difficult beach soccer World Cup qualifying test

The UAE will face Palestine, Uzbekistan and Saudi Arabia after being drawn in a tough group for the 2013 Fifa Beach Soccer World Cup qualifiers. The games, which will be held next month in Qatar, will see 13 teams from across the Middle East battle it ...Iran drawn with China and Iraq in Beach Soccer World Cup qualifiersTehran Timesall 2 news articles »

Wednesday, January 2, 2013

Fenninger beats Maze; Shiffrin of US 8th in GS

http://tinyurl.com/acdzxzs - Stoppage Time: Soccer moments that shaped 2012

After winning Euro 2008 and the 2010 World Cup, Spain had clearly established itself as the biggest force in world soccer. But ahead of Euro 2012 this past summer, there were those who doubted whether La Roja had enough to become the first country to ...and more »

Soccer coach who led Israel to its only World Cup finals passes away

Soccer stars of the past and present mourn death of Emanuel Sheffer, the first and only manager to guide the national team to the finals of a major tournament, who died on Friday at the age of 88. By Moshe Boker | Dec.30, 2012 | 8:03 AM ...Israel soccer world honors Scheffer's memoryJerusalem PostLegendary soccer coach Emmanuel Scheffer diesThe Times of Israelall 7 news articles »

Fenninger beats Maze; Shiffrin of US 8th in GS

SEMMERING, Austria Anna Fenninger of Austria had two near-perfect runs to win a World Cup giant slalom on Friday, while second-place Tina Maze of Slovenia extended her lead in the overall standings. In difficult conditions because of snowfall, ...and more »

Soccer coach who led Israel to its only World Cup finals passes away

http://tinyurl.com/a4qcd6s - Mphela: We Learnt A Lot In The World Cup

--Mamelodi Sundowns striker Katlego "Killer" Mphela was sidelined due to injury for almost six months, but managed to recover in the nick of time to represent his country. He returned to action in early December and he played just four games for the ...Nations Cup: High Hurdles For BafanaP.M. Newsall 19 news articles »

Stoppage Time: Soccer moments that shaped 2012

After winning Euro 2008 and the 2010 World Cup, Spain had clearly established itself as the biggest force in world soccer. But ahead of Euro 2012 this past summer, there were those who doubted whether La Roja had enough to become the first country to ...and more »

Soccer coach who led Israel to its only World Cup finals passes away

Soccer stars of the past and present mourn death of Emanuel Sheffer, the first and only manager to guide the nat ional team to the finals of a major tournament, who died on Friday at the age of 88. By Moshe Boker | Dec.30, 2012 | 8:03 AM ...Israel soccer world honors Scheffer's memoryJerusalem Postall 7 news articles »