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Fabregas expected to miss Liverpool opener

July 29, 2010
By Shourin Roy
Fabregas expected to miss Liverpool opener

Cesc and his sweetheart Carla attend Julio Baptista's wedding Both Cesc Fabregas and Robin Van Persie could be unavailable for the Liverpool opener as per Wenger because they are still struggling to be match fit. The duo are rejoining...
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Mesut Özil available for €16 million

July 29, 2010
By Shourin Roy
Mesut Özil available for €16 million

Klaus Allofs, Werder Bremen's general manager has indicated that Mesut Özil's price tag is €16 million and he is open to offers. As per Özil it will have to be a top club in the Liga or Premiership with...
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VfB and Real negotiate over Khedira

July 29, 2010
By Shourin Roy

VfB is asking for €15 million while Real is willing to pay €10million. But a deal is in the works and Khedira's transfer appears imminent. (As per Bild) Next year, Khedira becomes available on a free transfer which is economically...
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Maradona rails against the injustice of it all

July 29, 2010
By Anish

Diego Maradona is miffed with Julio Grondona and Carlos Bilardo for "forcing" him out of his job as coach. He said in a voice that was broken with sorrow..."Grondona lied to me. Bilardo betrayed me." Etc .......
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The Neymar fancy penalty flop video

July 29, 2010
By Anish

Goalies - unlike other football players in their team- are allowed to dive.The ref has no objection to goalies diving.In fact they are encouraged to do so. Neymar tried a fancy "Panenka" penalty assuming that the goalie would display normal...
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Sparky holds the key to Schwarzer arrival at Arsenal

July 29, 2010
By Shourin Roy
Sparky holds the key to Schwarzer arrival at Arsenal

Mark Hughes takes up the Fulham job and is now closer at hand to renew his charges of the "dark arts" that Arsenal practices. Cesc Fabregas should enjoy these encounters a bit more fully and Wenger will be sure...
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Video: MLS All Stars: Man Utd young guns do it cleverly

July 29, 2010
By Shourin Roy

The MLS All Stars showdown in Houston showed a glimmer of what Man Utd will look like in the future, and if the game is any indication, it is a very bright one. Federico Macheda with a brace, Darron...
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PUMA’s Project Pink

July 28, 2010
By Christian
PUMA’s Project Pink

Marta, Marta, Marta! PUMA's Project Pink will strive to raise awareness -- and funds -- in support of the fight against breast cancer. In conjunction with their partnership with the Women's Professional Soccer (WPS), PUMA will outfit some of the...
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Video: Puerto Rico Islanders hammer LA Galaxy, 4-1

July 28, 2010
By Shourin Roy

Oooof! Hold that thought about the MLS being on the rise. What an embarrassment as the Islanders hammered a slack jawed, shell shocked Galaxy into pathetic submission in their CONCACAF Champions League encounter. The supposedly watertight Galaxy defense crumbled...
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MLS All Stars vs Man Utd today!

July 28, 2010
By Shourin Roy
MLS All Stars vs Man Utd today!

MLS All-Stars meet Manchester United in the All-Star Game (8:30 p.m. ET on ESPN2). There is reason for optimism in the MLS - the clubs are riding a wave of confidence with their performances against the likes of Man...
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Video: El Chicharito talks about his dreams

July 28, 2010
By Shourin Roy
Video: El Chicharito talks about his dreams

The kid has his head on his shoulders and he knows the game and the club. He talks about enjoying the game and not getting caught up in achievements in a refreshing change. Socrates (the player and cultural commentator)...
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Rafa Nadal lashes out at UEFA

July 28, 2010
By Shourin Roy
Rafa Nadal lashes out at UEFA

Real Mallorca shareholder and tennis numero uno Rafa Nadal hit out at UEFA's decision to exclude the financially troubled club from their rightful Europa Cup representation. Mallorca placed fifth in the Liga after a thrilling see saw battle with...
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Dolce and Gabbana to make fashionistas of Chelsea

July 28, 2010
By Shourin Roy
Dolce and Gabbana to make fashionistas of Chelsea

D&G debriefs the Italian team Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana, fashion entrepreneurs and hard core AC Milan fans who drape the Rossoneri and the Azzurri in their trademark suits and wrap their loins too are bringing their fashion sense...
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Arsenal linked with Federico Marchetti

July 28, 2010
By Shourin Roy
Arsenal linked with Federico Marchetti

The Sun reports that Arsenal are preparing a £5.5m bid for Cagliari goalie Federico Marchetti last seen in the World Cup for the disastrous Azzurri. If this is indeed the case, then it is a disappointing choice. Marchetti is...
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Video: Chamakh scores his first goal for Arsenal

July 28, 2010
By Shourin Roy

Marouane Chamakh opened his account for Arsenal converting a spot kick against Austrian third division side SC Neusiedl. The other goal scorers were Theo Walcott, Jay Emmanuel Thomas, and Carlos Vela. Thomas, Jack Wilshere, and Samir Nasri combined well....
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"Chicharito" Hernandez will be a star

July 28, 2010
By Shourin Roy
"Chicharito" Hernandez will be a star

The instant "Chicharito" Hernandez put that ball into the net against Argentina in the World Cup, you knew you were looking at a special player. It was brilliant. All he required was a sliver of daylight between the goalie...
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Another bit of genius from the Spain U 19 side

July 27, 2010
By Anish

Check out this bit of cheekiness from the Spanish side- a free kick variation that caught the English team completely unawares........
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A series of missteps cost El Diego his job

July 27, 2010
By Shourin Roy

Lack of self criticism: He did not take responsibility for the Germany defeat. In fact, he did not even want to review the match. Incommunicado: He did not communicate with Julio Grondona since his return two weeks ago from...
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Sol Campbell Newcastle bound

July 27, 2010
By Shourin Roy

Sol Campbell who did quite well as Thomas Vermaelen's central partner after William Gallas was ruled injured for the rest of the season in April is all set for a Toon move. Which obviously means that Arsenal only has Vermaelen...
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The flap over Man Utd shirts reveals ethnic and political divisions

July 27, 2010
By Shourin Roy
The flap over Man Utd shirts reveals ethnic and political divisions

The ulema in Malaysia recently issued a statement banning Man Utd shirts. The target of their wrath: The famed red devil crest emblazoned on every Man Utd shirt was anti- Islamic and satanic. It set of a furor in...
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