Manchester United welcome their cross-town rivals to Old Trafford in what is shaping up as one of the most interesting and popular derbies in recent seasons 2015-2016. Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has confirmed has no fresh injury concerns for the weekend derby against Manchester City at Old Trafford this weekend. Meanwhile, when it […]
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Revealed: Why as many as 3 EPL clubs sniff Lionel Messi can be signed?
Chelsea, Manchester United and Manchester City are all attempting to persuade Lionel Messi to swap Barcelona for the Premier League. According to the reports the British tabloid (The Sun) have today published a transfer story on the back page of their paper, linking Lionel Messi with a move to either Chelsea, Manchester United and Man […]
Preview: Real Madrid's new-found defensive strength under threat in Vigo
Vigo (Spain), Oct 23 (IANS) La Liga leaders Real Madrid face their biggest test of the football season to date when they play Celta Vigo at the Balaidos Stadium here on Saturday afternoon. The game will also be a major test for Celta, who have so far been the surprise package in Spain this season […]
Match-Fixing hits La Liga: Spanish referee alleges he was told to help Real Madrid in the upcoming El Clasico
Madrid, Oct 23 (IANS) Spanish football faces perhaps its biggest scandal yet after a linesman made allegations he had been told to favour Real Madrid in the ‘El Clasico’ against FC Barcelona at home next month. The official, who has remained anonymous “because of possible reprisals” has made a formal complaint to an anti-corruption magistrate […]
Saketh lone Indian in semis of Air Asia Open tennis
Bengaluru, Oct 23 (IANS) Saketh Myneni was the last Indian standing at the AirAsia Open $50,000 Challenger tennis event at the KSLTA Courts here on Friday after defeating fifth seed Yannick Mertens of Belgium 6-3, 7-6(6) to move into the semi-finals. The tournament third seed, who last week claimed a Challenger title in Vietnam, was […]
I would cry if there was a winter break in EPL: Arsenal manager
London, Oct 23 (IANS) Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger said on Friday that he would “cry” if the English Premier League (EPL) introduced a break during the festive season. While the other domestic leagues in Europe give the players a break during the Christmas period, it is one of the busiest times of the season in […]
UEFA Champions League Team of the Week: Barcelona start steal the show
The Champions League is the most elite competition in Europe and has always produced some mouth watering matches and outstanding performances. The level of intensity is usually high as the top clubs from domestic leagues fight for the ultimate prize. This week’s Champions League matches have not failed to impress and have produced some brilliant […]
Brazil-born Rafinha ready for Germany call-up
Rio de Janeiro, Oct 22 (IANS) Bayern Munich’s Brazil-born full-back Rafinha has confirmed his desire to play for the German national football team should he secure nationality for his adopted country. The 30-year-old last month turned down the chance to play for Brazil after being called up by national coach Dunga for World Cup qualifiers […]
Mourinho on his recent trip to Ukraine: People should do homework before starting rumours
Chelsea boss Mourinho rubbished rumours linking a possible January exit of Radamel Falcao. Falcao is pondering over terminating his loan deal at Chelsea in January if he continues to warm the reserve bench instead of running in the field, Reports from the Telegraph claimed. The Colombian striker was again sidelined for Saturday’s clash over Aston […]
Ballon dOr 23 man shortlist: Bale the only Brit in the list along with Chelsea, Arsenal, City stars
Wales and Real Madrid striker Gareth Bale is listed among the 11 La Liga players with the Premier League and Bundesliga each have five players in the 23 membered short list. Manchester City’s three-star players Sergio Aguero, Kevin De Bruyne and Yaya Toure have been shortlisted. Chelsea’s Eden Hazard and Arsenal striker Alexis Sanchez also […]