To anyone that feels like giving up on their team when they look totally dead and buried with seemingly no way back, Newcastle United today showed us in spectacular fashion that when there's a will there's always a way. Newcastle United and Arsenal unarguably contested the game of the season so far in an eight goal thriller which eventually ended 4-4 at St James' Park this afternoon. The visitors Arsenal had a dream start after goals in the first and third minutes from Theo Walcott and Johan Djourou gave Newcastle United a mountain to climb so early on. The Gunners continued to pile on the … [Read more...]
Derby County Midfielder Robbie Savage Announces Retirement
Former Leicester City, Blackburn Rovers, Birmingham City and current Derby County midfielder Robbie Savage has announced via his highly-followed Twitter account that he is set to retire from professional football at the end of the 2010/2011 season. The 36 year-old who has played over 600 competitive matches in his illustrious career announced the news via a sensational tweet this evening. The Welshman stated 'Breaking news I will retire at the end of the season !! Now that's gotta be worth 100 million to football fans x' and will most likely pursue a role in football punditry - a job he has … [Read more...]
Real Madrid Have It All To Do In La Liga Title Race After Osasuna Defeat
The dejected look on Cristiano Ronaldo's face at the final whistle of his Real Madrid side's 1-0 crushing defeat over minnows Osasuna last Sunday told you all you need to know about their waning La Liga title hopes as they slipped 7 points behind fierce rivals Barcelona - sitting comfortably in first place in the La Liga table. Jose Mourinho's side looked average through-out and despite the occasional bit of magic from new German addition Mesut Ozil - the only Madrid player to come out with any credit from the game, Madrid struggled to impose themselves on the match. The loss will come as even … [Read more...]
Spurs Suffer Crushing FA Cup Defeat Away At Fulham
Fulham fired themselves into the FA Cup fifth round with a convincing 4-0 rout over a 10-man Tottenham Hotspur. It took only until the 11th-minute for the hosts to take the lead as Danny Murphy calmed converted from a penalty, awarded for Alan Hutton's foul on Clint Dempsey. Murphy made it 2-0 three minutes later with a second spot-kick and things went from bad to worse for Tottenham as Michael Dawson saw red for a mis-timed challenge on Clint Dempsey. Further goals from Brede Hangeland and Moussa Dembele rounded off a memorable afternoon for the Cottagers and they will face either Bolton … [Read more...]
Darren Bent Hoping To Kick-Start Villa Career Against Man City This Weekend
Aston Villa's new record-breaking signing Darren Bent has vowed to justify the £18 million price tag placed on him by bagging the winner against Manchester City for the second time this season on Saturday. Bent who made a sensational switch from Sunderland to Villa this week has already got one over Manchester City after scoring the winning goal for the Mackems in their 1-0 win earlier on in the season. "It is always nice to get a goal as early as possible and if the club can get three points on Saturday against such a big side, I'll be delighted." Stated the 26 year-old, who has no doubt … [Read more...]
Breaking News: Rafael Benitez Is Sacked By Inter Milan
Rafael Benitez's tenure as Inter Milan manager has come to a swift end as he this evening has been sacked club president Massimo Moratti at the Italian club. Despite recently being crowned World Club Cup champions, a series of poor results has left the treble winners in serious trouble sitting 7th in the Serie A league table, 13 points adrift of rivals AC Milan. Spanish media sources had already speculated that Benitez, 50, was well aware of his imminent sacking and has been holding out for his dismal in order to make sure he receives a huge pay-off. The former Liverpool coach is currently … [Read more...]
Madron FC – The Worst Team In Britain?
A village football team, after losing 11 games on the trot and conceded a staggering 227 goals, has been branded the worst football team in Britain. Hopeless Madron FC have suffered a disappointing start to the season and let in 227 goals since the start of the campaign having scored just two goals themselves and also being on the end of a 55-0 thrashing. Stand-in manager Alan Davenport has reluctantly admitted Madron FC are "probably the worst team in Britain" after their terrible run of results but still found time to praise his players for at least 'turning up.' See the boys in … [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...]
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...]
Robert Pires Set To Join Aston Villa
Former Arsenal midfielder and World Cup winner Robert Pires is set to make a sensational return to the Premier League this week as he is ready to sign for Aston Villa. Pires now 37, last appeared in the Premier League four years ago under the healm of Arsene Wenger at Arsenal and should he complete his move back to England this week it would be quite fitting for him to make his debut against his former club in over a week's time. Pires has been the centre of a myriad of transfer speculation recently with Crawley Town among other clubs interested in the midfielder's signature. Despite his … [Read more...]