Arsenal ensured qualification to the Champions League knockout stages this evening after a comfortable 3-1 victory over Partizan Belgrade in Group H. Robin van Persie put the hosts ahead from a spot-kick early on before they suffered a slight scare when Serbian visitors Partizan levelled early on in the second half thanks to Brazilian striker Cleo. However the Gunners held their nerve and regained the lead through Theo Walcott whilst Samir Nasri added a third to put qualification beyond doubt for Arsene Wenger's men. … [Read more...]
Is This The Worst Football Miss Of All Time?
Future hosts of the 2022 World Cup Qatar may go down in history as producing the worst ever miss in football. At 0-0 and only seconds left during their Asian Games quarter final tie with Uzbeckistan it seemed Qatar had won it at the death after a goalkeeping blunder left striker Fahad Khalfan with an open goal. Amazingly though the teenager was unable to convert his chance and hit the post from one yard out. [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQLylizGmDs[/youtube] … [Read more...]
Liquid Football Goal Of The Week!
After much deliberation Liquid Football HQ has awarded this week's Premier League goal of the week award to French attacking midfielder Samir Nasri for his splendid individual effort against Fulham yesterday for Arsenal in their 2-1 win. … [Read more...]
Arsenal 2-1 Fulham Highlights
Two superb goals from Samir Nasri gave Arsenal a deserved victory over Lond0n rivals Fulham. After taking the lead through Nasri the hosts looked home and dry at the Emirates but a defensive mix-up from the Gunners allowed Fulham back into the game and Diomansy Kamara took his chance. Nasri regained Arsenal's lead in the second half to take the Gunners to the top of the table. Final score - Arsenal 2-1 Fulham. See the highlights here! … [Read more...]
Barcelona 5-0 Real Madrid Highlights
Barcelona record a memorable victory in El Clasico this evening as they were 5-0 victors at the Nou Camp. The Catalonian giants controlled play throughout and opponents Real Madrid struggled to ever get going. Lionel Messi orchestrated play brilliantly for Josep Guardiola's men as David Villa (2), Xavi, Pedro and Jeffren all made it on the score sheet. … [Read more...]
Barcelona v Real Madrid: El Clasico Previews And Predictions
Monday evening its El Clasico – undoubtedly the biggest event on the Spanish sporting calendar as footballing giants Barcelona and Real Madrid prepare to clash at the Nou Camp. A victory in this game doesn’t just mean bragging rights or a paltry three points gained however, as these two sides represent the political divide that currently exists in modern-day Spain. Barcelona – ambassadors for Spanish independence and freedom will be desperate for a victory over Real Madrid who are seen as the seat of establishment in the Spanish royal family. The Season So Far Both these sides have had … [Read more...]
Aston Villa 2-4 Arsenal Highlights
It was a deserved victory for Arsenal this lunchtime as goals from Samir Nasri, Andrey Arshavin, Marouane Chamakh and Jack Wilshere grabbed the Gunners a valuable away win despite Aston Villa's valiant comeback effort in the second half. Villa went in at half time trailing 2-0 but managed to pull the game back to 3-2 thanks to a Ciaran Clark double salvo. However a late Jack Wilshere header secured the win for Arsene Wenger's men. Final Score - Aston Villa 2-4 Arsenal. Highlights here! Aston Villa $-1 Arsenal no Yahoo! Vídeo Aston Villa $-2 Arsenal no Yahoo! Vídeo Aston Villa 1-2 Arsenal no … [Read more...]
Striking Scottish Referees Seek Assurance From SFA Clubs
Striking referees in the Scottish football association want all SFL football clubs to confirm that their integrity is not in doubt before they can return to their jobs. Match officials have requested the SFA seek written assurances from all 42 clubs from the countries top four tiers by Thursday lunch time. The saga began last weekend when the decision to strike by referees came after intense critcism of decisions, especially those of Celtic boss Neil Lennon after a recent penalty decision was overturned by a match official. All Category One officials will meet this evening to voice their … [Read more...]
Chelsea 2-1 MSK Zilina Highlights
Chelsea recovered from going one goal down to eventually emerge victors in their Champions League home clash with MSK Zilina this evening. Babatounde Bello opened the scoring for the visitors after collaborating with Robert Jez in a neat Zilina one-two move. Chelsea came back strong however and after Daniel Sturridge levelled after the break from a Salomon Kalou cross, Florent Malouda poked in an 86th minute winner to secure Chelsea's place at top of their Champions League group. … [Read more...]
Sunderland 2-2 Everton Highlights
Mikel Arteta salvaged a late point with a deflected equaliser in this four goal encounter. Tim Cahill opening the scoring for the visitors on the sixth minute with a signature headed goal before a double from Danny Welbeck in either half seemed to have won the game for Sunderland. Arteta came to the rescue however in the 83rd minute, leaving both sides to share the spoils. Final Score - Sunderland 2-2 Everton. … [Read more...]