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Betting on cricket matches and cricket players has been going on for decades. Today there are number of online sites which offer betting services. Most of these sites allow people to place bets on games going on in all the prominent cricket playing countries. In any form of gambling and while placing bets it is important to know what the odds are and what you are up against. Cricket being a

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On the 30th of August at 1500 hours, Everton will host Wigan at their home ground, the Goodison Park. Starting out, Everton are definitely the favorites, especially since they are the stronger side and they will be playing at home. However, Wigan does have a few tricks up its sleeve, and they will be hoping to win this match and thereby boost their players' confidence. The betting odds are

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Ardent followers of the Premier League will recall how newcomers Burnley managed to pull of incredible victories against seasoned teams like Chelsea and Arsenal last year. Their nascent Premier League ambitions were brutally cut short by Tottenham in the semi finals. Burnley returns to the Premier League this year, having signed up promising Scottish international Steven Fletcher, in the midst of

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David, along with Victoria Beckham, who attended the Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly (ESPY) Awards on Wednesday night in Los Angeles, expressed his satisfaction at being accorded a red carpet welcome.A red carpet will not be rolled out for Beckham when he hits the field Saturday night at Giants Stadium where the match between the Los Angeles Galaxy and the Red Bulls is slated to be

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Michigan State University’s last athletic director who took its football team to the prestigious Rose Bowl Stadium was Doug Weaver who in Jan 1988 fulfilled this dream with George Perles, MSU’s football coach that year.Mark Hollis, MSU’s present athletic director is working towards achieving the same after 20years. "The goal is that going into every year, we have that legitimate anticipation that

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With the first gridiron feud between these two Virginia schools starting in 1883, the fact that the rivalry has not ended even after 125 years goes on to prove that this small-school rivalry is probably the oldest in the South.While the college students from Hampden-Sydney celebrated their 24-10 victory in the 100th game over rivals Yellow Jackets from the near Randolph-Macon College, they

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If you have been watching the Euro 2008 championships, you would have noticed the Russian advance through the various stages culminating in their booking a semi-final berth. For a side that was written off not long ago, the very fact that they reached the semi-final is in itself a great achievement. The credit for this amazing turnaround goes to the Russian side and its famous coach, Guus Hiddink

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The recently concluded Euro 2008 championships in Switzerland were a resounding success by all accounts. If it was a spectator’s delight watching the scintillating games, it was an organizational and logistical success from the administrator’s point of view as well. The Swiss Defence Minister Samuel Schmid declared on Sunday that "It's been a mega event. The third-biggest sporting event in the

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Although drubbed by Arsenal in the Barclaycard Premier League opener, Fulham manager Lawrie Sanchez has hardly any doubts about the strength of his defense. He is the person who has been credited with the revival of the side. Fulham was not in the best of form when he had taken over the mantle of leading the side towards the end of last season.Chris Coleman, the predecessor to Sanchez, was under

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As a novice to football bets, the first thing you must learn is the types of bets used. These are the basics to a successful betting career. There are various types of football bets. A few of them are Straight Wagers, Money Line Wagers, Half-time Wagers, Parlays, Future and Proposition wagers, Teasers, Reverse Wagers, etc. Gaining a basic idea about some of these would help you place bets

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Liverpool is all set to get bolstered with new signings. Manager Rafael Benitez is gung-ho about the possible move of major players like Javier Mascherano, Steven Gerrard and Xabi Alonso into his Liverpool squad. To add to the excitement is the speculated buy-out of ‘The Kid’ Fernando Torres from Atletico Madrid. Although played down by the Madrid officials, this move is definitely in the offing.

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I was looking around on the internet as I often do for free bets. Most of the time online bookies offer you free bets as an incentive to sign up. Many of these free bets could be a straight $20 or £10 and sometimes as much as £60 / $120. You will also see regular offers such as place a bet on any market and your get a free goal score bet. The site that I was looking at for these free bets was

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Betfair - Betting ExchangeBetfair is undeniably one of the largest online gambling operations in the world today. Betfair has offered services for some time that has not disappointed their clients, thus making the site the largest online. Betfair launched its site in 1999, and since this time, the site has become the greatest market share Online. Its online betting shares out rates many of

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Well, the new football season has started and what better time is there to purchase yourself some Arsenal football tickets.Arsenal have some big games coming up and tickets are available for you to purchase.Don't miss out on all the action, the atmosphere just isn't quite then same when watching on the television! Check out Online Soccer for more information.

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Jermaine Defoe has admitted his on-going frustrations at not being a regular feature in the Tottenham starting line-up.After scoring for England and putting in a very impressive performances, Defoe has given his best shot and there's not much else he could do to command a decent role at club level.However, Defoe is going to get his head down and let the football do the talking rather than speak

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Former Chelsea defender William Gallas has criticised former boss Jose Mourinho.Now having joined Arsenal in a deal which saw Ashley Cole head the over way, Gallas feels relived.The France international had been phased out at Chelsea and appeared to be on very bad terms with Mourinho. Gallas feels that the gaffer was fickle with his players and the same thing that's happened to him happened to

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Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard is happy with the signing of Ashley Cole.Lampard has played with Cole for England so he knows what he's all about and considers him to probably be the best left-back in the world.There's a lot of pressure playing for a big club like Chelsea but Cole has experienced it with Arsenal and England so Lampard doesn't think the defender will have any problems."Ashley is

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Arsenal captain Thierry Henry feels that the club have made signings which will help them progress.Despite losing Jose Antonio Reyes and Ashley Cole, Arsenal have got William Gallas and Baptista, two very good players indeed.Henry considers Gallas to be the best centre back in the whole world and also believes Baptista can become a big player for Arsenal this season."I have known William for a

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England boss Steve McClaren has praised midfielder Steven Gerrard.The Liverpool captain has been in good form for England and it's finally looking like he's transferring some of his inspiration from club level to international level.Now McClaren feels that the best is still to come from Gerrard as he'll be on the right hand side for England."He's been influential for Liverpool over the years and

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Andy Cole has completed a transfer from Man City to Portsmouth.Portsmouth boss Harry Redknapp has been trying to strengthen his squad throughout the summer and the arrival of Andy Cole will be a great boost to their Premiership campaign.After passing a medical today Cole completed his move and hopefully we'll have some more news on this later, including quotes from the player and manager.

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West Ham have shocked Arsenal and many people involved with football around the world by signing both Carlos Tevez and Javier Mascherano on year long loan deals.Anyone would have thought that Arsenal would be the club to go to over West Ham but in this case it looks like it's a matter of where first team football would be easiest to come by.Now Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger will have to look

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A move for Javier Saviola to Aston Villa will not go through as the players agent Alfredo Cabrera Brizuela insists his client wants another level.The move never looked likely from the start but it shows that new boss Martin O'Neill is very optimistic and feels he can bring some of the biggest talent to the club."The propositions are important, but Javier wants another level." said Alfredo Cabrera

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Blackburn Rovers are currently in talks with Roma over a loan deal for Shabani Nonda.Blackburn are looking to strenghthen their attack for the Premiership season and Roma are willing to let the 29-year old go.With two years left to run on his current deal, there is an option for Blackburn to make a purchase for the player when the loan has expired in the summer.

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News that Sven Goran-Eriksson is still being paid by the Football association has angered Wigan chairman Dave Whelan.Even before the World Cup when Sven committed gross misconduct, Whelan stood up and said the FA that Sven should be sacked. That was the perfect opportunity to get rid of the Swede in his view.However, Sven was not sacked by the FA and is now still getting paid a reported £13,000-

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Manchester United striker Giuseppe Rossi has taken a loan move to Newcastle United.The news comes as quite a shock and out the blue as there were no rumours or speculation before hand.Man Utd boss Alex Ferguson admits it was a big decision for the club as they don't have a great choice of strikers at the moment, however, Rossie will gain vital experience playing at Newcastle and will come back to

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Chelsea striker Didier Drogba is calling for William Gallas to clear the air with the club.Drogba insists they can't have a divided team if they are to succeed and meet the challenges ahead.Jose Mourinho recently stated that Gallas should hold a press conference so he can tell everyone how he feels and what's going on with him and his future. Now Drogba is backing his manager and wants Gallas to

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Sky Sports are reporting that Jose Antonio Reyes is on his way to Real Madrid.It looked unlikely that a deal would happen between the two clubs as Real Madrid would not match what Arsenal wanted for the player.However, the deal will see Real Madrid's Julio Baptista go one way and Arsenal's Reyes go the other.Reyes has been desperate to secure his dream move to Real Madrid and at one point it

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Rumours regarding a transfer of Harry Kewell from Liverpool have been denied by the players agent.Kewell had been linked with a move to Tottenham as they look to add to their midfielder as their bid for Stuart Downing is looking unlikely to materialise.However, Kewell's agent Bernie Mandic insists there hasn't been a single word from anyone at Liverpool about Harry leaving."There has never been a

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Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has his fingers crossed that a visa will be granted to Sho Ito.The Japan under 21's international has impressed the Arsenal boss and a fee has been agreed with the players club and a contract has been agreed with the player. Now the only thing in the way of making the transfer happen is the international clearance.At the age of just 18 it's hard to get yourself a

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Middlesbrough ace Lee Cattermole has raised eyebrows since launching himself into the first team.At such a young age of 18, Cattermole has took the Premiership by storm, most notably when he got stuck in against Chelsea after just recovering from an ankle injury.A battling player, the midfielder insists he doesn't know where he gets it from as his brother is a terrific footballer but so laidback.

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Bolton new signing Nicholas Anelka has revealed a number of clubs were chasing his signature this summer.The former Fenerbache player had bids from Fulham, Blackburn and Bolton. However, Bolton were the only club to match the price that the club were after.A proven goalscorer, Anelka has been linked with many clubs over time including Newcastle United. But, the decision came down to Fenerbahce as

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Bayern Munich ace Oliver Kahn insists that Owen Hargreaves has to be professional about his Man Utd situation.Hargreaves signed a new contract with the club not long ago but is now desperate for a move to Man Utd.Kahn insists you cannot just sign a new three or four year contract and then disappear at the first opportunity.Man Utd are being forced to drop their interest in the Bayern Munich ace

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Man Utd striker Louis Saha appears to be disappointed that Ruud van Nistelrooy was sold to Real Madrid.Saha wasn't a regular started in the Man Utd team last season, that's mainly because Nistelrooy was hitting the back of the net so often.However, after a bust-up at the training ground, Nistelrooy was dropped by Fergie and then later sold to Real Madrid."When you lose a player capable of scoring

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Charlton boss Iain Dowie is disappointed a work-permit was rejected for Christian Bolanos.Dowie felt that Charlton had a very strong case to bring the Costa Rican to England as he's an emerging talent.However, the home-office didn't see it this way and decided to reject the proposal, both parties will be very disappointed."We felt we had a very strong case," said Dowie."Christian is an emerging

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Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack appears to be feeling a bit of pressure in the Premiership title race already.The Chelsea summer signing was well aware they only had three points before their last game and Man Utd were already on nine.However, after a good display Chelsea managed to grab the three points and make that gap between them and United smaller."It was a very important win for us

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Real Madrid midfielder Thomas Gravesen has agreed a deal with Scottish side Celtic.Gravesen was also a target for Premiership side Newcastle as boss Glenn Roeder stated that they would be interested.However, Gravesen has opted to join Celtic after suffering a lack of first team football at Real Madrid."I can only say Gordon Strachan, John Sivebaek (Gravesen's agent) and myself have come to an

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Arsenal midfielder Jose Antonio Reyes is edging closer to joining Atletico Madrid.There has been much speculation for a couple of seasons now that Reyes is on his way to Spain. Real Madrid were the preference but Reyes would be happy to join Atletico.Arsenal are rumoured to have already rejected a bid from Atletico because it was short of what they wanted, however, a bigger bid and Arsenal boss

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Bolton new signing Nicholas Anelka has revealed a number of clubs were chasing his signature this summer.The former Fenerbache player had bids from Fulham, Blackburn and Bolton. However, Bolton were the only club to match the price that the club were after.A proven goalscorer, Anelka has been linked with many clubs over time including Newcastle United. But, the decision came down to Fenerbahce as

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Bayern Munich ace Oliver Kahn insists that Owen Hargreaves has to be professional about his Man Utd situation.Hargreaves signed a new contract with the club not long ago but is now desperate for a move to Man Utd.Kahn insists you cannot just sign a new three or four year contract and then disappear at the first opportunity.Man Utd are being forced to drop their interest in the Bayern Munich ace

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Man Utd striker Louis Saha appears to be disappointed that Ruud van Nistelrooy was sold to Real Madrid.Saha wasn't a regular started in the Man Utd team last season, that's mainly because Nistelrooy was hitting the back of the net so often.However, after a bust-up at the training ground, Nistelrooy was dropped by Fergie and then later sold to Real Madrid."When you lose a player capable of scoring

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Charlton boss Iain Dowie is disappointed a work-permit was rejected for Christian Bolanos.Dowie felt that Charlton had a very strong case to bring the Costa Rican to England as he's an emerging talent.However, the home-office didn't see it this way and decided to reject the proposal, both parties will be very disappointed."We felt we had a very strong case," said Dowie."Christian is an emerging

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Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack appears to be feeling a bit of pressure in the Premiership title race already.The Chelsea summer signing was well aware they only had three points before their last game and Man Utd were already on nine.However, after a good display Chelsea managed to grab the three points and make that gap between them and United smaller."It was a very important win for us

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Real Madrid midfielder Thomas Gravesen has agreed a deal with Scottish side Celtic.Gravesen was also a target for Premiership side Newcastle as boss Glenn Roeder stated that they would be interested.However, Gravesen has opted to join Celtic after suffering a lack of first team football at Real Madrid."I can only say Gordon Strachan, John Sivebaek (Gravesen's agent) and myself have come to an

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Arsenal midfielder Jose Antonio Reyes is edging closer to joining Atletico Madrid.There has been much speculation for a couple of seasons now that Reyes is on his way to Spain. Real Madrid were the preference but Reyes would be happy to join Atletico.Arsenal are rumoured to have already rejected a bid from Atletico because it was short of what they wanted, however, a bigger bid and Arsenal boss

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Ledley King has handed Tottenham a major boost after admitted he could be set for a return against Manchester United.The big defender has certainly been missed in the heart of the Tottenham defence. After missing the first three games of the season due to knee surgery, King is hoping to be back for the next game.It'll be a big game for Tottenham as Man Utd are currently on top form and they'll

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Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho wants William Gallas to tell the world in a press conference just what he wants and his reasons for it.Gallas has rejected a new contract from Chelsea and made many comments that he wishes to leave the club. Arsenal and Milan are both interested in signing Gallas but nothing has come of that yet, despite Gallas being desperate to get out.Now Mourinho wants Gallas to

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156896086766886082006-08-29T20:01:00.000-04:002006-08-29T20:07:26.033-04:00

The Newcastle Evening Chronicle are reporting that Glenn Roeder is set to make a bid for Chelsea player Robert Huth.The defender has been under speculation throughout the summer and Newcastle have always been in the spotlight regarding the players future.Time is now running out as the deadline is on Thursday and with the recent exit of Boumsong, Newcastle are almost desperate to find a

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156896045837184152006-08-29T20:00:00.000-04:002006-08-29T20:06:44.550-04:00

The agent of Bayern Munich midfielder Owen Hargreaves has revealed there is no chance of a move to Manchester United taking place.Grill insists that we have to accept there is no way they will allow the transfer to happen but Hargreaves is hoping Man Utd will remain interested so a transfer could go through in the January window or at the end of the season.Bayern Munich have been reluctant to

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156896004919539322006-08-29T19:59:00.000-04:002006-08-29T20:06:30.396-04:00

Aston Villa midfielder Gareth Barry admits he was very close to leaving the club before Martin O'Neill's appointment.Barry had asked the club for a move before David O'Leary got the sack. However, when O'Neill was appointed, he was persuaded to stay at the club and Barry admits the new boss said all the right things and managed to change his mind.Barry originally wanted a move away from the club

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156895911101914852006-08-29T19:58:00.000-04:002006-08-29T20:05:14.476-04:00

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has fired back comments to Middlesbrough goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer.Schwarzer comments after Middlesbrough win over the Premiership giants that they were bad losers. However, Mourinho has fired back insisting the goalkeeper obviously didn't see the Chelsea players swapping shirts.Mourinho goes on to give Schwarzer a good telling off, 'Don't say stupid things just because

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156895863658930052006-08-29T19:57:00.000-04:002006-08-29T20:04:56.130-04:00

Juventus have rejected a bid from Man Utd for David Trezeguet.The striker had been a big target for Man Utd boss Sir Alex Ferguson since the exit of Ruud van Nistelrooy and Juventus' relegation to Serie B.However, despite Fergie's big bid, it wasn't enought to attract Trezeguet away from the club as sporting director Alessio Secco reveals that Trezeguet has decided to stay."Trezeguet will remain

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156895816221267722006-08-29T19:56:00.001-04:002006-08-29T20:04:22.363-04:00

Real Madrid striker Ronaldo admits he has a desire to join Milan.The clubs were believed to be in negotiations but nothing has come of it. Ronaldo is hopeful of a move and he admits he can't say he wouldn't join Milan.Ronaldo's family want him to get away from Madrid but he's happy to carry on.Despite being a bit overweight in the World Cup, Ronaldo scored some terrific goals, showing that he

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156895777945807012006-08-29T19:56:00.000-04:002006-08-29T20:04:38.690-04:00

Football Association chief executive Brian Barwick has denied that Sven Goran-Eriksson was an expensive mistake.After guiding England to a number of quarter finals but never being able to get further than that last eight, England were knocked out by Portugal this year in the World Cup finals.The World Cup looked like England's time to shine but it simply wasn't meant to be and that left everyone

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156895697617490922006-08-29T19:53:00.000-04:002006-08-29T20:04:04.966-04:00

Tottenham defender Lee Young-pyo is on the verge of a move to Roma.The players agent, Sung-Won, revealed that his client have agreed a transfer in principle and now a contract is being negotiated.There are also rumours that the deal could see Egyptian striker Mido coming the other way. A player that Tottenham had on loan last season and certainly a player that knew how to hit the back of the net.

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156851730001295022006-08-29T07:37:00.000-04:002006-08-29T08:05:35.916-04:00

Ledley King has handed Tottenham a major boost after admitted he could be set for a return against Manchester United.The big defender has certainly been missed in the heart of the Tottenham defence. After missing the first three games of the season due to knee surgery, King is hoping to be back for the next game.It'll be a big game for Tottenham as Man Utd are currently on top form and they'll

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156851326953688242006-08-29T07:31:00.000-04:002006-08-29T07:35:27.070-04:00

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho wants William Gallas to tell the world in a press conference just what he wants and his reasons for it.Gallas has rejected a new contract from Chelsea and made many comments that he wishes to leave the club. Arsenal and Milan are both interested in signing Gallas but nothing has come of that yet, despite Gallas being desperate to get out.Now Mourinho wants Gallas to

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156851060985158952006-08-29T07:07:00.000-04:002006-08-29T07:31:01.343-04:00

The Newcastle Evening Chronicle are reporting that Glenn Roeder is set to make a bid for Chelsea player Robert Huth.The defender has been under speculation throughout the summer and Newcastle have always been in the spotlight regarding the players future.Time is now running out as the deadline is on Thursday and with the recent exit of Boumsong, Newcastle are almost desperate to find a

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156849634167188432006-08-29T07:03:00.000-04:002006-08-29T07:07:14.280-04:00

The agent of Bayern Munich midfielder Owen Hargreaves has revealed there is no chance of a move to Manchester United taking place.Grill insists that we have to accept there is no way they will allow the transfer to happen but Hargreaves is hoping Man Utd will remain interested so a transfer could go through in the January window or at the end of the season.Bayern Munich have been reluctant to

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156849400102473762006-08-29T06:59:00.000-04:002006-08-29T07:03:20.200-04:00

Aston Villa midfielder Gareth Barry admits he was very close to leaving the club before Martin O'Neill's appointment.Barry had asked the club for a move before David O'Leary got the sack. However, when O'Neill was appointed, he was persuaded to stay at the club and Barry admits the new boss said all the right things and managed to change his mind.Barry originally wanted a move away from the club

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156849129304817852006-08-29T06:54:00.000-04:002006-08-29T08:38:06.983-04:00

Tottenham are set to sign Roma striker Mido. Egypt boss Hassan Shehata revealed that the player will travel to London to have a medical before signing, he will then return to Egypt today and join up with the national team.Mido spent last season on loan to Tottenham and impressed boss Martin Jol. Then returning to Roma he was hoping to be a success there. However, rumours have been circling that

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156848846426083132006-08-29T06:50:00.000-04:002006-08-29T06:54:06.490-04:00

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has fired back comments to Middlesbrough goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer.Schwarzer comments after Middlesbrough win over the Premiership giants that they were bad losers. However, Mourinho has fired back insisting the goalkeeper obviously didn't see the Chelsea players swapping shirts.Mourinho goes on to give Schwarzer a good telling off, 'Don't say stupid things just because

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156848538288930262006-08-29T06:42:00.000-04:002006-08-29T06:48:58.340-04:00

Juventus have rejected a bid from Man Utd for David Trezeguet.The striker had been a big target for Man Utd boss Sir Alex Ferguson since the exit of Ruud van Nistelrooy and Juventus' relegation to Serie B.However, despite Fergie's big bid, it wasn't enought to attract Trezeguet away from the club as sporting director Alessio Secco reveals that Trezeguet has decided to stay."Trezeguet will remain

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156848147018550392006-08-29T06:35:00.000-04:002006-08-29T06:42:27.103-04:00

Real Madrid striker Ronaldo admits he has a desire to join Milan.The clubs were believed to be in negotiations but nothing has come of it. Ronaldo is hopeful of a move and he admits he can't say he wouldn't join Milan.Ronaldo's family want him to get away from Madrid but he's happy to carry on.Despite being a bit overweight in the World Cup, Ronaldo scored some terrific goals, showing that he

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156847737495512712006-08-29T06:30:00.000-04:002006-08-29T06:35:37.566-04:00

Football Association chief executive Brian Barwick has denied that Sven Goran-Eriksson was an expensive mistake.After guiding England to a number of quarter finals but never being able to get further than that last eight, England were knocked out by Portugal this year in the World Cup finals.The World Cup looked like England's time to shine but it simply wasn't meant to be and that left everyone

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156847430027525202006-08-29T06:23:00.000-04:002006-08-29T06:58:33.350-04:00

Tottenham defender Lee Young-pyo is on the verge of a move to Roma.The players agent, Sung-Won, revealed that his client have agreed a transfer in principle and now a contract is being negotiated.There are also rumours that the deal could see Egyptian striker Mido coming the other way. A player that Tottenham had on loan last season and certainly a player that knew how to hit the back of the net.

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156810167446158442006-08-28T20:08:00.001-04:002006-08-28T20:09:27.543-04:00

Newcastle boss Glenn Roeder has revealed that the club are looking to bring in a new defender before the transfer window closes on Thursday.Jean-Alain Boumson was recently sold to Juventus and now Newcastle need to fill the gap that he has left. Roeder insists the squad still needs to be strengthened and if he gets what he wants then he shall be happy.There has been speculation that Jonathan

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156810112609245852006-08-28T20:08:00.000-04:002006-08-28T20:08:32.666-04:00

Portsmouth boss Harry Redknapp has revealed that Petrov is going to Aston Villa.The Celtic midfielder had been a target for Portsmouth but they couldn't agree a price, however new Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill is ready to splash the cash.Petrov will be O'Neill's first signing for Villa and he is a player that he holds in very high regard."I think you will find Petrov has gone to Aston Villa,"

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156810052089170622006-08-28T20:06:00.001-04:002006-08-28T20:07:32.206-04:00

Clubcall are reporting that Roma striker Mido could be a target for Newcastle.Newcastle have already signed Martins from Inter but if they could get Mido, that would be even better.Mido has reportedly fallen out with the Roma coach and could well be looking for a move away from the club he so desperately wanted to prove himself at.Newcastle are no strangers to Mido as he spent last season on a

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156809992216140612006-08-28T20:06:00.000-04:002006-08-28T20:06:32.286-04:00

ITV are reporting that Man Utd are set to make a move for Juventus ace David Trezeguet.Since Juventus were relegated to Serie B, many of their stars have been leaving the club. However, the 28-year-old is still there and insists he would be happy to stay their this season.However, a big money bid from Man Utd could tempt Juventus into selling the striker.Man Utd boss Sir Alex Ferguson is a known

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156786127401776202006-08-28T13:28:00.000-04:002006-08-28T20:05:09.690-04:00

Manchester United could land IK Start youngster Kristofer Haestad as the player insists the club is a dream for him.Man Utd are rumoured to hold an interest in the player but that's all it is at the minute, rumours.Blackburn, Charlton and Chelsea have also been linked with the teenager but his preference is United."It is flattering in case there is something in it, but I haven't heard anything"

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156786062268115872006-08-28T13:27:00.000-04:002006-08-29T03:20:33.576-04:00

Arsenal midfielder Jose Antonio Reyes has stated he will not play in England again.There has been much speculation regarding a move to Spain for Reyes but nothing has come of it yet as a fee hasn't been agreed.Atletico Madrid seem to be the club who are most likely to land the midfielder but he insists he'd say yes to Atletico, Real or Sevilla."What I want is to come to Spain. I won't play again

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156786016370421382006-08-28T13:26:00.000-04:002006-08-28T20:04:12.290-04:00

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has revealed just why he doesn't splash the clash.The Frenchman holds youngsters in high regard and feels that buying someone and putting them in ahead of them would be like killing them off. Wenger has always shown a lot of faith in his youngsters but many fans have just wanted him to splash the cash if they are expected to complete with the likes of Chelsea.However,

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156785964446422512006-08-28T13:25:00.000-04:002006-08-29T10:03:51.150-04:00

Clubcall are reporting that Ashley Cole is set to stay at Arsenal for one more season.The left-back has been widely believed to be joining Chelsea this summer but a transfer fee just hasn't been agreed.Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has had a chat with the England defender and it's emerged that Cole is willing to dedicate himself to one more season with the Gunners.

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156785893024642852006-08-28T13:24:00.000-04:002006-08-28T20:03:26.276-04:00

Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez is unhappy with Norway's decision to pick John Arne Riise.Riise has been sidelined since the clubs first game of the season against Sheffield United, where he picked up an ankle injury, but Norway have included him in their Euro 2008 qualifiers squad. Benitez insists that Riise is simply not ready and doesn't believe it's fair they should have to go. "John is not ready

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156785826567325712006-08-28T13:22:00.001-04:002006-08-28T20:03:07.230-04:00

Barcelona player Mark van Bommel has left the club due to no guarantees he will play week in week out.Bommel insisted that his chances of playing reguarly at Bayern Munich are so much greater as Michael Ballack has gone and Owen Hargreaves is close to leaving the club.This spurs speculation that Bayern could be ready to sell Hargreaves to Man Utd and use Bommel as the replacement."I have left

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156785749492867312006-08-28T13:22:00.000-04:002006-08-28T13:33:17.996-04:00

David Beckham is to renew his contract at Real Madrid.The former England captain is set to sign on the dotted line, pledging his future to the Spanish side.Many have criticised that they only want to extend Beckham's contract for marketing reasons but that was denied by new president Ramon Calderon."Obviously it's for sporting reasons," said Calderon."Marketing is important but at Real Madrid the

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156778178059901922006-08-28T11:16:00.000-04:002006-08-28T11:16:34.886-04:00

Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez is hoping that people don't get too carried away with Daniel Agger.Agger scored an amazing goal over the weekend and it's boosted his reputation even further. The youngster has always been regarded as a great player but Benitez is worried that people are talking about him like an Alan Hansen.Benitez insists he's a player for the future, but a good player now."I'm

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156769507124801822006-08-28T08:49:00.000-04:002006-08-28T08:51:47.656-04:00

Newcastle boss Glenn Roeder feels that it was very lucky Martins did not suffer a worser injury on Sundays game against Aston Villa.Martins was stretchered off the pitch and it looked like he'd sustained a bad injury, however it was only a dead leg and he should be fit for the Fulham game."I think we've been very lucky" said Roeder."Oba has suffered a dead leg. It's quite a heavy dead leg, it has

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156769293258905142006-08-28T08:43:00.000-04:002006-08-28T08:48:13.356-04:00

Newcastle boss Glenn Roeder has revealed that the club are looking to bring in a new defender before the transfer window closes on Thursday.Jean-Alain Boumson was recently sold to Juventus and now Newcastle need to fill the gap that he has left. Roeder insists the squad still needs to be strengthened and if he gets what he wants then he shall be happy.There has been speculation that Jonathan

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156768967548526332006-08-28T08:39:00.000-04:002006-08-28T08:42:47.610-04:00

Portsmouth boss Harry Redknapp has revealed that Petrov is going to Aston Villa.The Celtic midfielder had been a target for Portsmouth but they couldn't agree a price, however new Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill is ready to splash the cash.Petrov will be O'Neill's first signing for Villa and he is a player that he holds in very high regard."I think you will find Petrov has gone to Aston Villa,"

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156768511951354432006-08-28T08:34:00.000-04:002006-08-28T08:35:12.430-04:00

Clubcall are reporting that Roma striker Mido could be a target for Newcastle.Newcastle have already signed Martins from Inter but if they could get Mido, that would be even better.Mido has reportedly fallen out with the Roma coach and could well be looking for a move away from the club he so desperately wanted to prove himself at.Newcastle are no strangers to Mido as he spent last season on a

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156768206073742662006-08-28T08:25:00.000-04:002006-08-28T08:30:06.676-04:00

ITV are reporting that Man Utd are set to make a move for Juventus ace David Trezeguet.Since Juventus were relegated to Serie B, many of their stars have been leaving the club. However, the 28-year-old is still there and insists he would be happy to stay their this season.However, a big money bid from Man Utd could tempt Juventus into selling the striker.Man Utd boss Sir Alex Ferguson is a known

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156765707625057252006-08-28T07:42:00.000-04:002006-08-28T07:48:28.383-04:00

Manchester United could land IK Start youngster Kristofer Haestad as the player insists the club is a dream for him.Man Utd are rumoured to hold an interest in the player but that's all it is at the minute, rumours.Blackburn, Charlton and Chelsea have also been linked with the teenager but his preference is United."It is flattering in case there is something in it, but I haven't heard anything"

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156765309677379862006-08-28T07:41:00.000-04:002006-08-28T10:46:10.043-04:00

Arsenal midfielder Jose Antonio Reyes has stated he will not play in England again.There has been much speculation regarding a move to Spain for Reyes but nothing has come of it yet as a fee hasn't been agreed.Atletico Madrid seem to be the club who are most likely to land the midfielder but he insists he'd say yes to Atletico, Real or Sevilla."What I want is to come to Spain. I won't play again

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156765001687004522006-08-28T07:32:00.000-04:002006-08-28T07:36:41.786-04:00

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has revealed just why he doesn't splash the clash.The Frenchman holds youngsters in high regard and feels that buying someone and putting them in ahead of them would be like killing them off. Wenger has always shown a lot of faith in his youngsters but many fans have just wanted him to splash the cash if they are expected to complete with the likes of Chelsea.However,

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156764383148788962006-08-28T07:25:00.000-04:002006-08-28T07:48:36.546-04:00

Clubcall are reporting that Ashley Cole is set to stay at Arsenal for one more season.The left-back has been widely believed to be joining Chelsea this summer but a transfer fee just hasn't been agreed.Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has had a chat with the England defender and it's emerged that Cole is willing to dedicate himself to one more season with the Gunners.

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156761691468636002006-08-28T06:27:00.000-04:002006-08-28T06:41:31.550-04:00

Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez is unhappy with Norway's decision to pick John Arne Riise.Riise has been sidelined since the clubs first game of the season against Sheffield United, where he picked up an ankle injury, but Norway have included him in their Euro 2008 qualifiers squad. Benitez insists that Riise is simply not ready and doesn't believe it's fair they should have to go. "John is not ready

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156760646158626122006-08-28T06:17:00.000-04:002006-08-28T06:26:47.456-04:00

Barcelona player Mark van Bommel has left the club due to no guarantees he will play week in week out.Bommel insisted that his chances of playing reguarly at Bayern Munich are so much greater as Michael Ballack has gone and Owen Hargreaves is close to leaving the club.This spurs speculation that Bayern could be ready to sell Hargreaves to Man Utd and use Bommel as the replacement."I have left

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156760254890010732006-08-28T06:05:00.000-04:002006-08-28T06:26:31.956-04:00

David Beckham is to renew his contract at Real Madrid.The former England captain is set to sign on the dotted line, pledging his future to the Spanish side.Many have criticised that they only want to extend Beckham's contract for marketing reasons but that was denied by new president Ramon Calderon."Obviously it's for sporting reasons," said Calderon."Marketing is important but at Real Madrid the

45eachwayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16807295968344287118noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19909146.post-1156597437371724012006-08-26T08:58:00.000-04:002006-08-26T09:03:57.460-04:00

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is insulted by Atletico Madrid's offer of £8 million for Jose Antonio Reyes.Reyes had been rumoured to be joining Real Madrid but they just don't seem interested in making a serious offer. Atletico obviously hold an interest in Reyes but Wenger considers their £8 million bid an insult. It's no secret that Reyes wants to move to Spain, Wenger would be happy to let him

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Manchester United will be very disappointed to hear the news that Bayern Munich will not be letting Owen Hargreaves leave the club until 2010.Thats the year when the defensive midfielders current contract runs out but Hargreaves would no doubt love for it to be sooner.Man Utd have been after the England international who impressed in the World Cup but they have constantly been told that they

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So, Liverpool are set to take on West Ham in the Premiership. The game is live on PremPlus so tune in if you've subscribed!Liverpool are the favourites for the clash but this is football and anything can happen.Liverpool fans, what do you think will happen?, give us some commentary as the game goes on, what should Rafa change? who's playing awful? who's playing great?West Ham fans, the same

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Manchester United ace Cristiano Ronaldo is unaffected by the boo's that he's getting from away fans.After the incident in the World Cup where it appeared that Ronaldo tried to get Rooney sent off, England supporters haven't been too pleased with the midfielder.Now suffering consistent boo's from the away supporters, many thought it would affect the players game. However, Ronaldo insists he just

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Jonathan Woodgate has revealed that he shall be heading back to England on a loan move.The Real Madrid defender has been told he needs to go out and play on loan before returning to Real Madrid for a regular starting place.Middlesbrough, Newcastle and Arsenal are all rumoured to be keen on acquiring the defenders services and Woodgate admits he likes all the teams that want him."I am going away

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Tottenham boss Martin Jol feels that Aaron Lennon still has a way to go before he can claim a regular England place.Lennon has shown what he can do on the big stage but he's not quite the standard of Steven Gerrard who has played in that wide right role for England under Steve McClaren.Lennon is sure pushing on that spot and Jol feels his man is getting closer and closer."Aaron is a winger but

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Everton striker Andrew Johnson is delighted to be back in the England side.New boss Steve McClaren decided to call-up Johnson to the side, something that Sven Goran-Eriksson failed to do.However, Johnson puts his call down to his Premiership move to Everton, a move he took because he thought it would be good for his international ambitions. Now the former Crystal Palace ace will have to prove

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Tevez has sensationally left Brazil and is close to signing for an English side.The Corinthians revealed that Tevez has gone off on his own accord but the player himself has revealed that chief of MSI Kia Joorabchian has given him written permission.Now Tevez feels he needs to quit the side for the sake of his family and there are negotiations over transfering him to an English side."I decided to

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Manchester Evening News are reporting that Man Utd have been alerted to Tevez' fall-out at Corinthians.Since being stripped of his captaincy at the club under new coach Emerson Leao, Tevez has been outraged by the news. Also, Leao apparently commented that he doesn't like an Argentinean playing for the brazilian side, spurring speculation that Tevez would be available to move.Man Utd have been

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Manchester United target Owen Hargreaves insists he's given everything to Bayern Munich but now it's time to move on.Having been at Bayern for the last nine years of his career, Hargreaves feels that signing for Man Utd would be a great step for him.However, Bayern are not willing to let the defensive midfielder go and they don't have to as he is tied to a four year deal."I've given everything to

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