Thursday, February 28, 2013

US Soccer Qualifies For U

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Haaretz-Feb 28 (Reuters) - The Asian Football Confederation is not aware of any suspicion linking Lebanon's World Cup qualifiers to the country's matchfixing scandal but has requested a full report, the regional body said on Thursday. The AFC said in a ...Asian body says no evidence to suspect World Cup fix in Lebanon-Qatar ...Fox News-Lebanon coach 'broken' after matchfixing scandalGlobalPostMatch-fixing scandal in Lebanon threatens to open old woundsHaaretzSI.com -Arab Times Kuwait English Daily -New Straits Timesall 25 news articles »

Young RSL midfielder Luis Gil scores in US Soccer U

-SANDY, Utah — The U.S. Soccer Under-20 National Team earned a spot in this summer's FIFA U-20 World Cup off a 4-2 win over Canada Tuesday, and Real Salt Lake midfielder Luis Gil started it off with the team's first goal of the match. Gil scored off a ...Real Salt Lake midfielder Luis Gil helps Under-20 MNT qualify for World CupDeseret Newsall 3 news articles »

US Soccer Qualifies For U

Toronto Star--The quarterfinal match between the USA and Canada on Tuesday not only decided which side advanced to the semifinal, but which team will travel to Turkey later this year to compete in the World Cup. Initially, Canada took the lead. Content to keep shape ...US Under-20s face Canada with World Cup berth at stakeSoccer By IvesU-20 MNT Battles Canada with World Cup Qualification on the Line on TuesdayUS Soccer.comCanada's under-20s bow out of World Cup qualifyingToronto SunSoccer365 (press release) -CBC.ca (blog) -Major League Soccerall 36 news articles »

Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Soccer

http://tinyurl.com/bbg42ye - Analysis: How Paly's soccer season was ruined

Analysis: How Paly's soccer season was ruinedWho booted the ball, costing the Palo Alto girls soccer team its dream of a championship because of an ineligible player? The culpability game resembles an old card trick: Pick one. A fiasco that led to Paly forfeiting a playoff win last week, and ...

Philadelphia Union's soccer fans inspire a movie

Philadelphia Union's soccer fans inspire a movieA New York filmmaker is deep into shooting a feature-length documentary about the rise of the rabid Philadelphia Union fan club, exploring its pivotal role in redefining the local soccer landscape. Director Jeffrey C. Bell, though not a big soccer fan ...

Soccer

-Liverpool's Sterling needs nurturing, says RodgersFeb 27 (Reuters) - Liverpool's 18-year-old winger Raheem Sterling is tired and needs to be rested after an energy-sap ping breakthrough season in the Premier League, manager Brendan Rodgers said on Wednesday. The Jamaican-born youngster, who ...and more »

Tuesday, February 26, 2013

David & Victoria Beckham: Paris Saint

http://tinyurl.com/aoslj7e - David Beckham to start for PSG in French Cup tie against Marseille

David Beckham will make his first start for Paris Saint-Germain in Wednesday's Cup de France home tie against Marseille. Beckham made his first appearance for PSG as a second-half substitute in the 2-0 Ligue 1 home win over Marseille on Sunday.David Beckham to make his first start for PSG in cup clash against Marseille.Scottish Daily RecordBeckham Lifts Paris St.-Germain Over MarseilleNew York TimesDavid Beckham will make his first start for Paris Saint-Germain in Wednesday's ...Football365.comMirror.co.uk -Daily Mailall 263 news articles »

Love actually? Sparks fly between Beckham and Ibrahimovic as Posh looks on ...

As David Beckham's much anticipated PSG debut drew nearer many asked how main man Zlatan Ibrahimovic would react. It appears they need not have worried as Golden Balls and golden boy seem to have bonded immediately. Pictures of the pair ...and more »

David & Victoria Beckham: Paris Saint

-Victoria Beckham keeps her head down as she arrives at the Gare du Nord train station by Eurostar to attend her hubby David Beckham's debut Paris Saint-Germain match on Sunday (February 24) in Paris, France. The day before, David, 37, waved to fans as ...

Monday, February 25, 2013

France's Pinturault wins World Cup giant slalom

http://tinyurl.com/adozx8z - Canada U20s seeking first World Cup berth

Canada's under-20 men's national team is a win away from booking its place in this summer's FIFA under-20 World Cup in Turkey. After easily dispatching Nicaragua on Friday, the Canadians advanced to Tuesday night's quarterfinal showdown against the ...and more »

Slovenia's Tina Maze clinches World Cup title

Slovenia's Tina Maze clinches World Cup titleMERIBEL, France There was only one fitting way for Tina Maze to wrap up the overall World Cup title - with another victory, and with plenty of time to spare. She clinched her first crystal globe Sunday by winning a super-combined for eighth win of ...and more »

France's Pinturault wins World Cup giant slalom

France's Pinturault wins World Cup giant slalomGARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN, Germany Alexis Pinturault of France used a daring second run to win a World Cup giant slalom Sunday as his closest German challengers faltered. Pinturault was second after the first heat, behind hometown favorite Felix ...and more »

Sunday, February 24, 2013

US MNT Sells Out Dick's Sporting Goods Park for FIFA World Cup Qualifier ...

http://tinyurl.com/8tx266z - Happy Birthday to you!

Mahmoud Guendouz (60) was heavily involved in one of the Algerian national team's greatest achievements, their maiden qualification for the FIFA World Cup™. At the tournament proper (Spain 1982), Les Fennecs enthralled the watching world by defeating ...

FIFA Approves Goal Line Technology for 2014 World Cup

In EntertainmentFIFA has announced that goal line technology will be used in the 2014 World Cup and also in the FIFA Confederations Cup Brazil 2013. This technology was tested and had a trial run during the Japan tournament where Chelsea FC lost to Corinthians in the ...2014 World Cup Will Be First to Use Goal-Line TechnologyMashableFIFA 14: Goal line technology would ruin the momentum of footballIn EntertainmentGoal-Line Technology Is a Necessary and Welcome Step for the Premier LeagueBleacher Reportall 9 news articles »

US MNT Sells Out
Dick's Sporting Goods Park for FIFA World Cup Qualifier ...

US MNT Sells Out Dick's Sporting Goods Park for FIFA World Cup Qualifier ...19, 2013) – A sellout crowd will witness the USA's first home match in the final round of 2014 FIFA World Cup Qualifying when they host Costa Rica on March 22 at Dick's Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, Colo. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. MT, and the ...

Friday, February 22, 2013

Talk about expectation... Maradona lines up his new son alongside Messi and ...

http://tinyurl.com/bxzdmah - Video: Diego Maradona's very touchy

Video: Diego Maradona's very touchy-We're sure Maradona was the perfect gentleman and was just being friendly, but Rory may be worried by the fact that Maradona's son Diego – who is the second of his sons called Diego – was born recently, so he's certainly not to be found wanting ...Video: Watch out, Rory... Maradona proves a smash hit with tennis ace WozniackiDaily MailDiego Maradona gives Caroline Wozniacki Argentina shirt in DubaiSports MoleMaradona wants to coach del PotroTennis MagazineThe Scoreall 22 news articles »

Soccer legend Diego Maradona meets Caroline Wozniacki, others at Dubai

Soccer legend Diego Maradona was on hand at the Dubai Championships on Wednesday, enjoying the day's play alongside dignitaries and even conducting a coin toss for the doubles match between Liezel Huber and Hsieh Su-Wei and Sania Mirza and ...

Talk about expectation... Maradona lines up his new son alongside Messi and ...

Diego Maradona dreams of seeing his newborn son Diego Fernando playing for Argentina with the offspring of Lionel Messi and Sergio Aguero. Maradona's former girlfriend Victoria Ojeda gave birth to Diego Fernando in Buenos Aires last week. Messi's son ...

Thursday, February 21, 2013

World Cup workers put down tools, threaten strike

http://tinyurl.com/aqxu23k - Ashes, injury and football on Perry's plate

Ashes, injury and football on Perry's plateThe decision to pick the cricket World Cup tournament cost Perry the W-League soccer grand final, which conflicted with the Southern Stars' first match in Mumbai. The dual-international said she didn't regret her decision and cheered on her W-League ...and more »

World Cup welcomes goal

-Goal- will be used at the 2014 World Cup and two more systems could be considered in addition to the existing pair, soccer's world governing body FIFA said on Tuesday. Two systems, Hawkeye and Goalref, have so far been licensed by FIFA ...FIFA, Premier League to begin using goal-USA TODAYGoal Line Tech Will Feature in the 2014 Soccer World CupGizmodoSoccer Body Opens Bids for Goal- at World CupBloombergYahoo! Sports -CNETall 147 news articles »

World Cup workers put dow
n tools, threaten strike

RIO DE JANEIRO Maracana stadium construction workers downed tools on Monday and threatened to strike, putting more pressure on World Cup organisers who face a race against the clock to get the arena finished on time. The workers, who are ...and more »

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

World Cup workers put down tools, threaten strike

Error - FIFA commits to using goal

IBNLive-FIFA president Sepp Blatter has finally committed to using goal-line technology at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. After opposing use of this technology for so long, Blatter changed his view after seeing referees miss Frank Lampard's goal for England ...Soccer-FIFA confirms goal-line technology at World CupGlobalPostSoccer Body Opens Bids for Goal-Line Technology at World CupBloombergSoccer-FIFA confirms goal-line technology in World CupYahoo! SportsUSA TODAY -Gizmodoall 127 news articles »

FIFA says goal

-A roundup of the sports stories readers missed while they were sleeping. (Feb. 19, 2013)Goal-line technology coming to 2014 World CupFIFA announced Tuesday that goal-line technology will be used at the 2014 World Cup. The decision came months after ...

World Cup workers put down tools, threaten strike

RIO DE JANEIRO Maracana stadium construction workers downed t ools on Monday and threatened to strike, putting more pressure on World Cup organisers who face a race against the clock to get the arena finished on time. The workers, who are ...and more »

Tuesday, February 19, 2013

World Cup Brazil 2014 Qualifiers (CAF – 2nd Round) – Is it 2014 yet?

http://tinyurl.com/awe8y6k - Goalline technology gets Fifa approval for 2014 World Cup in Brazil

"After a successful implementation of goalline technology at the Fifa Club World Cup in Japan in December 2012, Fifa has decided to use GLT at the Fifa Confederations Cup Brazil 2013 and 2014 Fifa World Cup Brazil," Fifa said in a statement. "The aim ...FIFA approve goal-line technology for Brazil 2014The ScoreFIFA plans goal-line technology for 2014 World Cup in BrazilDeutsche WelleFIFA will use goal-line technology at 2014 World Cup in BrazilCBC.caPocket-lint.com -R-Sport -The Independentall 52 news articles »

Brazil 2014: Eagles Host Kenya In Calabar

Nigeria top their qualifying group for Brazil 2014 on four points from two matches. Namibia are second on three points, Malawi have two points, while Kenya are bottom on a point. The Eagles defeated Namibia 1-0 in a World Cup qualifier there in June ...

World Cup Brazil 2014 Qualifiers (CAF – 2nd Round) – Is it 2014 yet?

The Super Eagles (Nigeria) are the AFCON 2013 Champions. Will they qualify for the World Cup Brazil 2014? “There are teams such as Malawi and Namibia that could put the spanners in our works. We need to be cautious,” Nigeria Coach Keshi told the ...and more »

Soccer 'header' impact likened to hard punch

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JERUSALEM, Feb 18 (Reuters) - Israeli Premier League side Hapoel Tel Aviv on Monday named Freddy David as their new coach in place of Yossi Abuksis, who was sacked at the weekend. David's contract runs until the end of the season, but club owner Haim Ramon said that he could be retained next term if the club's results improve. Hapoel stalwart Abuksis, who is also the Israel national team ...

Soccer and society: Madrid to Mason

In our latest installment of Soccer and Society, a periodic feature chronicling the intersection of the beautiful game and American life, the Insider sits down with George Mason University President Angel Cabrera, 45, a native of Madrid and lifelong supporter of Real Madrid and Spain's national team . Read full article >>

Soccer 'header' impact likened to hard punch

New research into the impact of a soccer ball when pla yers "head" the ball suggests that the forces can be substantial and that headgear designed for the sport doesn't appear to mitigate those forces much

Saturday, February 16, 2013

David Beckham won't make his PSG debut against Sochaux

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LONDON, Feb 16 (Reuters) - Millwall produced a clinical display to beat Luton Town 3-0 in the FA Cup fifth round on Saturday, ending the Hatters' hopes of becoming the first minor league side for 99 years to reach the quarter-finals of the competition. Goals from James Henry and Rob Hulse put Championship (second tier) Millwall in charge before halftime and Dany N'Guessan rounded things off with ...

Soccer

Feb 16 (Infostrada Sports) - Results from the English FA Cup matches on Saturday 5th RoundSaturday, February 16Luton Town (V) - Millwall (II) 0-3 (halftime: 0-2) Next Fixtures (GMT): Saturday, February 16 Arsenal v Blackburn Rovers (II) (1500) Milton Keynes Dons FC (III) v Barnsley (II) (1500) Oldham Athletic (III) v Everton (1800) Sunday, February 17 Chelsea v Brentford (III) (1200) Manchester ...

David Beckham won't make his PSG debut against Sochaux

David Beckham won't make his PSG debut against SochauxFrance: David Beckham will have to wait at least one more week to make his debut for the French club after coach Carlo Ancelotti ruled him out of Sunday's match against Sochaux. "No, he will stay here and work. He will stay here and improve his ...PSG coach Carlo Ancelotti says David Beckham will not make his debut against ...Emirates 24/7Beckham's PSG debut on holdTeamtalk.comNo Paris Saint-Germain debut for David Beckham against SochauxSports MoleSoccerNation.com -GlobalPost -NewsDayall 8 news articles »

Thursday, February 14, 2013

Soccer player pursues life goals from Nigeria to the Bronx to Texas

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ZURICH (AP) — It was in the final minutes of a June 2011 soccer game between Nigeria and Argentina when the little green flags on computer screens in London started to change color.

Sports Ministry commits to bidding for FIFA Under

-New Delhi: The government has always been committed to India hosting the 2017 Under-17 FIFA Football World Cup and was ready to grant tax exemption to the mega event as wanted by the world governing body of the game, Sports Secretary P K Deb said ...AIFF, sports ministry hope to satisfy FIFA queriesIBNLiveall 9 news articles »

Soccer player pursues life goals from Nigeria to the Bronx to Texas

A breakout Monroe College soccer star is all smiles after being accepted into the University of Texas at San Antonio. Happy Orere-Amadu will join the women's Division 1 soccer program at UTSA this spring after two years of dominating t he midfield at Monroe.

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

10 Reasons US National Team Won't Be in Brazil for the 2014 FIFA World Cup

http://tinyurl.com/bah22kt - Bender: The World Cup is as big as it gets

With just under 500 days to go until the next FIFA World Cup kicks off, recent displays have shown Bender is well on the way to cementing his place in the Germany squad. His ability to perform in several positions appears to be playing to his advantage.Lars Bender: I want to make Germany squad for 2014 World CupGoal.com Americaall 7 news articles »

Mark Schwarzer has 2014 FIFA World Cup in his sights as he looks to extend ...

Schwarzer has one eye on the FIFA World Cup in Brazil next year and wants to be first-choice keeper, whether that be at Fulham or elsewhere. "I want to be playing each week - that's the key for me. I love playing and don't want to be number two ...and more »

10 Reasons US National Team Won't Be in Brazil for the 2014 FIFA World Cup

10 Reasons US National Team Won't Be in B razil for the 2014 FIFA World CupWhile the final round of qualifying for the 2014 FIFA World Cup has just begun, the United States men's national team will be forced to play with a sense of urgency the rest of the way after their opening round loss to Honduras. The U.S. is among the ...and more »

Tuesday, February 12, 2013

David Beckham meets up with PSG squad for first time

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David Beckham flew into Valencia on Tuesday morning to meet his new Paris Saint-Germain team- ahead of their Champions League last-16 tie at the Mestalla.

David Beckham in Valencia to join up with PSG and watch Champions League clash

David Beckham met his new team-mates for the first time on Tuesday when he joined up with Paris Saint-Germain at the team hotel in Valencia.

David Beckham meets up with PSG squad for first time

David Beckham flew into Valencia this morning to meet his new Paris St Germain team-mates ahead of their Champions League last-16 tie at the Mestalla tonight.

Sunday, February 10, 2013

Soccer

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Feb 10 (Infostrada Sports) - Results and standings from the Greek championship matches on Sunday Sunday, February 10Panionios 0 PAS Giannena 1 Saturday, February 9Asteras Tripolis 0 Olympiakos Piraeus 1 Atromitos Athinon 0 Veria 0 PAOK Salonika 3 OFI Crete 1 Standings P W D L F A Pts 1 Olympiakos Piraeus 21 17 3 1 45 13 54 -------------------------2 PAOK Salonika 21 11 6 4 30 15 39 3 Asteras ...

Soccer

Feb 10 (Infostrada Sports) - Results and standings from the Ligue 1 matches on Sunday Sunday, February 10 Evian Thonon Gaillard FC 1 Olympique Marseille 1 Saturday, February 9 Ajaccio 1 Girondins Bordeaux 0 AS Nancy 1 Stade de Reims 2 ES Troyes AC 0 Sochaux 0 Nice 1 FC Lorient 1 St Etienne 4 Montpellier HSC 1 Valenciennes 2 Stade Brest 1 Friday, February 8 Paris St Germain 3 Bastia 1 Standings P ...

Soccer

Feb 10 (Infostrada Sports) - Top scorers of the Ligue 1 on Sunda y 21 Zlatan Ibrahimovic (Paris St Germain) 12 Dario Cvitanich (Nice) Bafetimbi Gomis (Olympique Lyon) 11 Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (St Etienne) 9 Jeremie Aliadiere (FC Lorient) Romain Alessandrini (Stade Rennes) Anthony Modeste (Bastia) Wissam Ben Yedder (Toulouse) Eden Ben Basat (Toulouse) 8 Yoan Gouffran (Girondins Bordeaux) Andre ...

Saturday, February 9, 2013

Spain prove too strong for Uruguay

http://tinyurl.com/axyqhsp - Honduras stuns US in FIFA World Cup qualifier

FanSidedSan Pedro Sula, Honduras (4E Sports) – Jerry Bengtson scored a go-ahead goal late in the second half as Honduras capitalized on its home field advantage to top the United States, 2-1, in Wednesday's FIFA World Cup qualifying match at San Pedro Sula.Juan Carlos Garcia Bicycle Kick Goal Highlights US Soccer Loss To Honduras ...Huffington PostWorld Cup Qualifier: USA Men Fall To HondurasFanSidedUSA lose World Cup Qualifier 2-1 to HondurasExaminer.comMiamiHerald.com -abc13.comall 277 news articles »

France 1

-A 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifying Group I draw with Spain, followed by a 2-1 friendly success in Italy, had given Didier Deschamps' side reason to believe they could claim another positive result. Mathieu Valbuena instilled further confidence with a ...

Spain prove too strong for Uruguay

A 3-1 vi ctory against Uruguay in Doha ensured world and European champions Spain warmed up for March's FIFA World Cup qualifiers in the best possible manner. With games at home to Finland and away to France looming at the end of next month, ...Del Bosque praises Spain debutantsFifa.comPedro double sees Spain past Uruguay in friendly matchGMA Newsall 57 news articles »

Friday, February 8, 2013

England blend looks tasty for Brazil 2014

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Manchester City star Joe Hart's performance against Brazil gives England genuine hope for the World Cup in 2014. Joe Hart saves at the feet of Ronaldinho. While Stuart Pearce's long-term position with the Under-21s is open to question, the FA should ...and more »

World Cup

- The midfielder proved his worth again to England with Wednesday night's winner against Brazil, with his 27th goal for his country in his 94th international putting him level with David Platt. As things stand, Lampard is set to leave Chelsea this summer ...Lampard targets 2014 and more time at ChelseaDAWN.comSnubbed Lampard eyes 2014 ESPNFrank Lampard still targeting Rio 2014 MetroBBC Sport -London24 -The Guardianall 101 news articles »

England blend looks tasty for Brazil 2014

England's win over Brazil suggests they should reach World Cup 2014 - and potentially perform well. Rich Kitto looks at how they might line up. On Wednesday night, Brazil resumed their attempt to reinstate themselves as the best team on the globe, but ...Brazil 2014: England football fans face £5500 cost to get to World Cup (but ...Daily MailEngland Beat Samba Stars but Need to Improve for Brazil 2014 World CupBleacher ReportEngland manager Roy Hodgson planning ahead with Brazil 2014 coming into ...Telegraph.co.ukBBC Sport -ESPNall 682 news articles »

Thursday, February 7, 2013

Spain prove too strong for Uruguay

http://tinyurl.com/a3336e4 - Honduras stuns US in FIFA World Cup qualifier

Fifa.comSan Pedro Sula, Honduras (4E Sports) – Jerry Bengtson scored a go-ahead goal late in the second half as Honduras capitalized on its home field advantage to top the United States, 2-1, in Wednesday's FIFA World Cup qualifying match at San Pedro Sula.Klinsmann Names 24 Players for First Final Round FIFA World Cup Qualifier ...US Soccer.comHonduras comeback edges out USAFifa.comJuan Carlos Garcia Bicycle Kick Goal Highlights US Soccer Loss To Honduras ...Huffington PostFanSided -Examiner.comall 265 news articles »

France 1

-A 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifying Group I draw with Spain, followed by a 2-1 friendly success in Italy, had given Didier Deschamps' side reason to believe they could claim another positive result. Mathieu Valbuena instilled further confidence with a ...and more »

Spain prove too strong for Uruguay

A 3-1 victory against Uruguay in Doha ensured world and European champions Spain warmed up for March's FIFA World Cup qualifiers in the best possible manner. With games at home to Finland and away to France looming at the end of next month, ...Centurions, landmarks and drought breakingFifa.comSpain: Why They Could Come Unstuck at World Cup 2014Bleacher ReportPedro double sees Spain past Uruguay in friendly matchGMA Newsall 66 news articles »

Wednesday, February 6, 2013

Soccer Needs NBA

http://tinyurl.com/acjfgv4 - Soccer

--BUENOS AIRES/LA PAZ, Feb 6 (Reuters) - A European police investigation into a huge match-fixing and betting ring has reopened questions about an under-20 friendly between Argentina and Bolivia two years ago. The game, played in the Argentine ...and more »

Soccer

New York Times--SINGAPORE, Feb 6 (Reuters) - Singapore is working with European authorities investigating the fixing of matches on a global scale but its silence on any action being taken against local suspects risks damaging the reputation of the wealthy ...Police Call Match-Fixing Widespread in New York Times Match-Fixing: Investigation Finds Global Betting Scam Fixed Hundreds ...Huffington PostSingapore joins probe into match-fixing scamReutersLos Angeles Times -CBS News -Wall Street Journalall 252 news articles »

Soccer Needs NBA

-Soccer's richest clubs such as Real Ma drid and Manchester United should pay a levy on bigger transfer fees to address a revenue-sharing system in the sport that's “skewed” in their favor, according to a report commissioned by the European Commission.

Tuesday, February 5, 2013

European Authorities Probe Soccer Corruption

http://tinyurl.com/b7935x8 - Soccer

-Sporting's board resigns over turmoilLISBON, Feb 5 (Reuters) - The board of troubled Portuguese Premier League club Sporting led by president Godinho Lopes have resigned under two years after taking over following a string of bad results and strong dissent among club members. The head ...and more »

REFILE

Mirror.co.uk--LONDON, Feb 5 (Reuters) - Nottingham Forest manager Alex McLeish has left the club after five weeks in charge citing differences with the owners over development strategy, the twice European champions said in a statement on Tuesday. Former Scotland ...Nottingham Forest Manager McLeish Leaves Club After MonthBloombergNottingham Forest manager Alex McLeish leaves after 41 daysSI.comall 107 news articles »

European Authorities Probe Soccer Corruption

Investigators in Europe have revealed evidence that hundreds of soccer games wer e fixed by gambling syndicates. The scandal even includes national teams competing for places in soccer's biggest tournament: the World Cup. Share. 2Facebook; Twitter ...

Monday, February 4, 2013

Queiroz: Iran can qualify for Brazil 2014

http://tinyurl.com/cknfrx4 - World Cup 2014: Scolari warming up for Brazil's biggest test

World Cup 2014: Scolari warming up for Brazil's biggest testIt was their first visit in 15 years, and it was such a rare and glamorous occurrence that it almost made up for England's failure to make it to that year's World Cup. Three and-a-half decades later, things have changed. In today's globalised world ...Money split between England, BrazilSportal.com.auFrom the Vault: Ronaldinho chips Seaman in the World Cup quarter-finalsThe Guardian (blog)Big Phil meets favourite customers on Brazil returnThe Star OnlineESPN -SuperSport -This is Staffordshireall 42 news articles »

Valcke troubled by negativity over Brazil 2014

FIFA's Jerome Valcke has criticised the negativity surrounding Brazil's preparations for the 2014 World Cup to be held on home soil. The country marked 500 days to the event last week and the FIFA general secretary took the time to hit out at critics ...

Queiroz: Iran can qualify for Brazil 2014

Goal.com IndiaIran coach Carlos Queiroz believes his team can qualify for the World Cup but reminded his players they need to stay focused. Iran have not qualified for a World Cup since 2006 and the former Portugal and Real Madrid boss is well aware of the ...Queiroz: Pressure is part of my lifePersian Footballall 2 news articles »

Sunday, February 3, 2013

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http://tinyurl.com/aeucrth - Napoli evoke Maradona memories by going joint top

IBNLiveDaily News & AnalysisNapoli joined Juventus at the top of Serie A on Saturday, their highest position at this stage of the season since the great Diego Maradona led them to their last league title 23 years ago, by beating Catania 2-0. Walter Mazzari's Napoli were not at ...Napoli beat Catania 2-0, move level with JuveMalta Independent OnlineLine-ups: Napoli-CataniaFootball ItaliaNapoli beats Catania 2-0, moves level with JuveSI.comall 44 news articles »

Italian authorities reject Maradona tax claim

China DailyMILAN, Italy: The Italian tax authorities on Friday denied claims that Diego Maradona had won his right to return to the country after being cleared of owing nearly 40 million euros in unpaid taxes. The former Napoli and Argentina footballer's lawyer ...Football NewsTimes of Maltaall 3 news articles &r aquo;

Photo by Enrique Marcarian / Reuters/Reuters 18 hours ago

Argentine former football star Diego Maradona shouts during the Davis Cup World Group tennis match between Juan Monaco of Argentina and Tomas Berdych of Czech Republic in Buenos Aires September 14, ... more. Argentine former football star Diego ...

Saturday, February 2, 2013

Diego Maradona's lawyers warned over tax claims

http://tinyurl.com/cdmelwp - Maradona's lawyers warned over claims of tax win

Maradona's lawyers warned over claims of tax winROME, Italy (AP) — Italy's tax collection agency has threatened to sue lawyers for Diego Maradona who claimed he won his 20-year battle over tax debts. Maradona lawyer Angelo Pisani said his client won the dispute and "can now return to Italy as a ...

Photo by Enrique Marcarian / Reuters/Reuters 18 hours ago

Argentine former football star Diego Maradona shouts during the Davis Cup World Group tennis match between Juan Monaco of Argentina and Tomas Berdych of Czech Republic in Buenos Aires September 14, ... more. Argentine former football star Diego ...

Diego Maradona's lawyers warned over tax claims

NDTVDiego Maradona's lawyers warned over tax claimsDiego Maradona. Argentina soccer legend Diego Maradona. Source: AP. ITALY'S tax collection agency has threate ned to sue lawyers for Diego Maradona who claimed he won his 20-year battle over tax debts. Maradona lawyer Angelo Pisani said his client ...Diego Maradona denied tax bill pardon in ItalyScotsmanDiego Maradona wins tax battle in ItalyNDTVDiego Maradona wins tax evasion case in ItalyRAPSIExaminer.comall 17 news articles »

Friday, February 1, 2013

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http://tinyurl.com/bdwqqvw - Italy threatens to sue Diego Maradona over debt

Yahoo! Singapore NewsROME Italy's tax collection agency has threatened to sue lawyers for Diego Maradona, who claims he had won his 20-year battle over tax debts. Maradona lawyer Angelo Pisani says his client won the dispute and "can now return to Italy as a free man." ...Diego Maradona cleared to return to Italy after tax issue settled, lawyers sayHerald SunDiego Maradona wins tax evasion case in ItalyRAPSIMaradona wins tax battle in Italy: reportsYahoo! Singapore NewsReuters India -Straits Times -Soccer-Ladumaall 12 news articles »

Desmienten que Maradona le haya ganado la batalla al fisco de Italia

Clarín.comDespués de que se difundiera esta mañana la noticia según la cual Diego Maradona le había ganado la batalla al fisco italiano, la Agencia de las Entradas de la península, que le exige el pago de una deuda de casi 40 millones de euros, desmintió ...Diego Maradona gana su batalla contra el fisco italianoRadio Programas del PerúDesmienten al abogado de Maradona y dicen que sigue el reclamo fiscal contra ...Clarín.comLo dejan tranquiloQuenonino.comDiario Panorama de Santiago del Estero -InfoBAE.com -BBC Mundoall 22 news articles »

Photo by Enrique Marcarian / Reuters/Reuters 1 hour 47 minutes ago

Argentine former football star Diego Maradona shouts during the Davis Cup World Group tennis match between Juan Monaco of Argentina and Tomas Berdych of Czech Republic in Buenos Aires September 14, ... more. Argentine former football star Diego ...