miercuri, 30 iulie 2014

Liverpool down Man City after shoot-out

Liverpool down Man City after shoot-out


Liverpool came from behind twice against Manchester City to triumph in a penalty shoot-out in their friendly in New York on Wednesday.


Stevan Jovetic struck a brace, either side of Jordan Henderson's crisp finish for the Reds, before Raheem Sterling equalised in the 85th minute.


After normal time finished 2-2, Brendan Rodgers' men were the better side in the shootout, claiming it 3-1 courtesy of two Simon Mignolet saves.


Jovetic opened the scoring in the 53rd minute after a defensive stumble from Reds midfielder Steven Gerrard, before Henderson's reply six minutes later.


However, the Montenegrin reinstated City's lead in the 67th minute, poking home an opportunistic effort to regain the lead for Manuel Pellegrini's outfit.


Sterling struck late in regulation with a well-taken finish, before City crumbled in the shoot-out, as each of Aleksandar Kolarov, Yaya Toure and Jesus Navas all failed to convert from the spot.


Jovetic was influential for the Premier League champions early, linking effectively with strike partner Edin Dzeko.


Dzeko put the ball in the back of the net in the 26th minute, however the Bosnia-Herzegovina international was correctly flagged for offside.


City had the most chances in the opening 45 minutes, but arguably Liverpool had the best opportunity to score - when Rickie Lambert's point-blank range header was kept out by City custodian Willy Caballero.


The former Southampton striker was at the back post for Henderson's chipped cross, but Lambert's header went straight at the chest of Caballero - whose reflex save kept the game scoreless.


The contest continued in its attacking nature with Liverpool substitute Jack Robinson almost opening the scoring in the 50th minute, only to be denied by fellow sub and City custodian Joe Hart, who rushed off his line to clear the danger.


But three minutes later, Navas danced around Robinson on City's right wing, and delivered a cross into the goalmouth.


Gerrard's attempt to block failed, as he let the ball through his legs, with Jovetic swooping on the remnants to put City ahead.


Henderson's finish brought the partisan Liverpool crowd to life, completing fine lead-up work from Sterling and Daniel Sturridge to mark City's sheet for the fifth straight match in pre-season.


Jovetic was on hand again to cap a man-of-the-match performance, incidentally blocking Kelechi Iheanacho's strike but swooping on the loose ball to poke City ahead.


Sterling showed his class to finish with less than six minutes of normal time remaining.






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luni, 28 iulie 2014

Real Madrid vs. AS Roma - International Champions Cup Preview

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Real Madrid vs. AS Roma

Match Date: 30 July 2014 (local time)

Match Venue: Cotton Bowl (Dallas, Texas)






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sâmbătă, 26 iulie 2014

Beckham backs Rodriguez to be Real hit



26 July 2014 20:47


Beckham backs Rodriguez to be Real hit

David Beckham believes new signing James Rodriguez has all the qualities to be a success at Real Madrid.


The former England captain has watched on as an interested spectator over the close-season as the Spanish giants – with whom he spent four years as a player from 2003 to 2007 – have looked to improve last


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Puel confirms Ospina departure



26 July 2014 21:08


Puel confirms Ospina departure

Nice head coach Claude Puel believes Arsenal are signing a goalkeeper of real talent, after confirming David Ospina is Premier League bound.


The Colombia shot-stopper is on the verge of completing a transfer from the Ligue 1 club to the Emirates Stadium, after starring for his country at this year’s World Cup.


On Saturday,


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Balzaretti suffers another injury blow



26 July 2014 21:14


Balzaretti suffers another injury blow

Roma full-back Federico Balzaretti has suffered another setback in his recovery from injury and underwent groin surgery on Thursday.


The 32-year-old Italy international, who has not featured since November, reported for pre-season training with the Serie A club, but was sent to see a specialist in Germany last week after


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Ribery helps Bayern to penalty victory on return


26 July 2014 22:19


Ribery helps Bayern to penalty victory on return

Franck Ribery scored on his return to action as Bayern Munich beat Borussia Monchengladbach 5-4 on penalties in the Telekom Cup semi-finals.


After two second-half spot-kicks from Max Kruse had seen the game end level at 2-2 in normal time, Gladbach appeared set for victory in the shoot-out when Rafinha’s penalty was saved by...







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Bojan fails to inspire Stoke



26 July 2014 19:44


Bojan fails to inspire Stoke

Bojan Krkic was unable to inspire Stoke City to victory as his maiden outing for the club ended in a 2-0 loss to 1860 Munich.


The new arrival from Barcelona, who signed a four-year deal at the Britannia Stadium on Tuesday, was named in Mark Hughes’ starting line-up on Saturday but exited at the interval with his side 1-0


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Long on target as Hull held by Barnsley



26 July 2014 18:57


Long on target as Hull held by Barnsley

Shane Long was on target as Hull City were held to a 1-1 draw by League One outfit Barnsley in Saturday’s pre-season friendly.


Having beaten York City 2-0 three days ago, Hull headed into the clash with momentum as they build up to the new Premier League season and a maiden voyage into European football.


The visitors looked


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Cardiff issue Medel warning



26 July 2014 18:43


Cardiff issue Medel warning

Cardiff City chairman Mehmet Dalman has again warned potential suitors that midfielder Gary Medel will not be sold in a cut-price deal.


The Chile international continues to be be linked with a move to Inter, while Galatasaray and an unnamed German club are also said to be interested in Cardiff’s record signing.


Medel, who is


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Ferreyra sorry for late Shakhtar return



26 July 2014 18:32


Ferreyra sorry for late Shakhtar return

Shakhtar Donetsk’s Facundo Ferreyra has apologised for refusing to return to training in Ukraine.


Ferreyra was one of six players who failed to arrive back in the country earlier this week, citing fears for his safety as the political tensions in the region continue.


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Payet rules out Swansea move



26 July 2014 18:21


Payet rules out Swansea move

Marseille winger Dimitri Payet has revealed that he has no intention of joining Swansea City and is eager to remain at the Ligue 1 club.


Payet was reported to have been the subject of an €8million bid from Premier League outfit, which it was claimed Marseille had accepted.


However, the former Lille man has ruled out joining


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Gilchrist nets winner as Burnley edge Accrington



26 July 2014 18:06


Gilchrist nets winner as Burnley edge Accrington

Jason Gilchrist scored the only goal of the game as Burnley edged past League Two Accrington Stanley in a pre-season friendly.


The academy graduate was one of several half-time changes for Burnley and made an impact inside the final 20 minutes by coolly curling home after good work from Scott Arfield.


Gilchrist, who scored a


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joi, 24 iulie 2014

Guardiola preaches patience with Lewandowski

Robert Lewandowski


Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola will give striker Robert Lewandowski sufficient time to adjust to life with the German champions.


The Poland international completed his move from Borussia Dortmund to the Allianz Arena earlier this month, having agreeing the switch in November.


After four successful years at Signal Iduna Park, he will likely the lead the line for Bayern as they target a third successive Bundesliga title.


Lewandowski scored on his Bayern debut against Duisburg, but Guardiola will not put any pressure on the striker to fire from the off when competitive action gets under way.


"Maybe he will need some time but he has the quality, he did everything to come to this club," Guardiola said on Thursday.


"I am here to support him. He will have the opportunity to have a good life with his family over here in Munich. The rest will come by itself [but] we'll need time, a change like this is never easy.


"He'll need time - and he'll get time."


Having lifted the DFB-Pokal and overseeing a record-breaking Bundesliga-winning season, Guardiola believes he will face a challenge this season in ensuring his squad remain hungry for silverware.


"If you won some [titles] you are a little bit more loose and relaxed," he added.


"That's the challenge for a coach - and it's a big challenge. We have to maintain the level of the last year with this team.


"That's going to be quite difficult as a lot of important players were at the World Cup. It's a huge challenge - but I want to take it."






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Mourinho planning Drogba swoop

Jose Mourinho - Didier Drogba


Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho said a move to re-sign Didier Drogba is on the cards, as he looks to bolster his squad.


Drogba spent eight years at Stamford Bridge, famously scoring the equaliser for the Londoners in the 2011-12 UEFA Champions League final against Bayern Munich - and tucking away the decisive penalty in the shoot-out.


The Ivorian, 36, has a strong affinity with Chelsea fans given his clutch goals in Munich, and also his hand in helping them to three Premier League titles.


And the Portuguese tactician Mourinho said he was looming on bringing the Galatasaray striker back to England.


"We think about it," Mourinho said of Drogba.


"We want to win matches and win titles and Didier is one of the best strikers in Europe.


"He is still very adapted to the needs of the Premier League and we are thinking about it in a non-emotional way.


"If you bring him back it is not because he is Didier or scored the most important goal in the history of Chelsea, or because I read I need an assistant, no.


"If I bring him back, and the decision has to be made soon, it is because as a player he has qualities to make the team stronger.


"The team is not about the XI. It is about the different options and as an option I would not say no about the possibility."


Mourinho said Drogba "belongs" to Chelsea, as a second stint in west London beckoned.


"With Didier's profile, being a squad player I think could be important for any team," he said.


"And because we know his heart is pushing him to where he feels he belongs, and because our boss (Roman Abramovich) has this big feeling towards him, we are thinking about the possibility.


"Mr Abramovich is very intelligent and he feels that people belong to the club. We feel that Didier belongs to us. Is he coming back as a player one more year or a couple more years? Let's see."






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Marseille move Montpellier fixture from Stade Velodrome



24 July 2014 18:32


Marseille move Montpellier fixture from Stade Velodrome

Marseille will play their first home game of the season away from the Stade Velodrome due to rent disagreements with the city’s authorities.


The nine-time French champions are due to host Montpellier on August 17 for their first home game of the new Ligue 1 campaign.


However, the club have failed to agree a mutually


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Gamberini makes Chievo move



24 July 2014 18:50


Gamberini makes Chievo move

Chievo have completed the signing of defender Alessandro Gamberini on a two-year deal from Serie A rivals Napoli.


The 32-year-old centre-back spent last season on loan at Genoa, but has now made a permanent switch to the Bentegodi on a contract that has the option of a further year.


Gamberini is relishing the opportunity of a new


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Besic poised to complete Everton move



24 July 2014 18:36


Besic poised to complete Everton move

Bosnia-Herzegovina midfielder Muhamed Besic is set to complete a move to Everton, the club’s manager Roberto Martinez has confirmed.


Besic was one of the bright spots of a disappointing maiden World Cup campaign for Bosnia, which ended in a group-stage exit.


The 21-year-old has been heavily linked with a move the Goodison


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Nigeria to talk with Keshi over return



24 July 2014 19:02


Nigeria to talk with Keshi over return

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) are to open talks with Stephen Keshi over a possible return as coach of the national side.


Keshi resigned from his post after the side’s FIFA World Cup exit in the second round against France.


Nigeria lost 2-0 to Didier Deschamps’ men, and the build-up to the clash had been


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Astori loaned to Roma, Cagliari confirm



24 July 2014 19:20


Astori loaned to Roma, Cagliari confirm

Cagliari have confirmed defender Davide Astori has been loaned to Serie A rivals Roma.


There had been much speculation about a move for the Italy international, with the player’s agent claiming he “would do anything” to move to Milan last month.


However, it was announced on Thursday that the 27-year-old has been


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Xavi staying at Barcelona



24 July 2014 20:43


Xavi staying at Barcelona

Xavi will remain at Barcelona, putting an end to rumours of a potential switch to MLS franchise New York City.


Despite having two years left on his contract at Camp Nou, intense media speculation had linked Xavi with a possible move away from the club where he has won seven La Liga titles and three UEFA Champions League medals.


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Hannover complete Gulselam signing



24 July 2014 19:37


Hannover complete Gulselam signing

Hannover have secured the services of Ceyhun Gulselam from Galatasaray on a two-year contract.


The 26-year-old joined the Turkish giants from Trabzonspor in 2011, making 13 league appearances in one and a half seasons before being loaned to Kayserispor for the second half of the 2012-13 campaign.


Gulselam returned to make more of


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CSL Preview: Harbin eye Luneng scalp, Guangzhou face Hena


24 July 2014 18:06


CSL Preview: Harbin eye Luneng scalp, Guangzhou face Hena

Harbin Yiteng head into their Chinese Super League (CSL) clash against Shandong Luneng buoyed by a shock win against Guizhou Renhe.


Marijo Tot’s bottom-of-the-table side secured only their second league victory of the season last weekend, as Guizhou were put to the sword.


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Guardiola preaches patience with Lewandowski



24 July 2014 17:42


Guardiola preaches patience with Lewandowski

Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola will give striker Robert Lewandowski sufficient time to adjust to life with the German champions.


The Poland international completed his move from Borussia Dortmund to the Allianz Arena earlier this month, having agreeing the switch in November.


After four successful years at Signal Iduna Park, he


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Lampard joins New York City


24 July 2014 16:42


Lampard joins New York City

Former Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard’s long-anticipated move to MLS side New York City has finally been confirmed.


Lamaprd has penned a two-year-deal with the franchise, who are owned by Premier League champions Manchester City.


The England international heads to the United States ahead of their first season in the...







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miercuri, 23 iulie 2014

Dnipro-Copenhagen clash moved to Kiev



23 July 2014 18:17


Dnipro-Copenhagen clash moved to Kiev

Dnipro’s home leg of their UEFA Champions League third qualifying round tie with Copenhagen has been moved to Kiev.


The first leg had been set to be held at the Dnipro-Arena in Dnipropetrovsk in eastern Ukraine.


Danish outfit Copenhagen had voiced fears about their ability to travel to Dnirpopetrovsk following the Malaysia


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Thai Premier League Review: Buriram go top as Muang Thong slip up



23 July 2014 18:20


Thai Premier League Review: Buriram go top as Muang Thong slip up

Buriram United moved top of the Thai Premier League as they hammered Chiangrai United 5-0 while Muang Thong United lost on Wednesday.


Reigning champions Buriram had no problem in disposing of fifth-placed Chiangrai, with five different goalscorers helping the new leaders to extend their unbeaten top-flight run to 16 matches.


Muang


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Basel secure Samuel swoop



23 July 2014 19:04


Basel secure Samuel swoop

Swiss champions Basel have completed the signing of veteran centre-back Walter Samuel on a free transfer.


The 36-year-old joins Paulo Sousa’s side as a free agent after his contract at Serie A giants Inter expired.


Samuel enjoyed a trophy-laden nine-year stint at San Siro, collecting five league titles, three Coppa Italia


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Suarez has been treated ´like a murderer´, says Aspas



23 July 2014 19:15


Suarez has been treated ´like a murderer´, says Aspas

Iago Aspas says FIFA have treated his former Liverpool team-mate Luis Suarez “like a murderer” following his latest biting shame.


The game’s governing body hit Suarez with a four-month ban from all football-related activity after he bit Giorgio Chiellini during Uruguay’s World Cup clash with Italy on June


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Rijeka deny racism allegations


23 July 2014 19:55


Rijeka deny racism allegations

HNK Rijeka have vehemently denied that a Manchester City Under-21 player was racially abused during a friendly on Tuesday.


The match in Novigrad, Croatia, was stopped moments before half-time when City coach Patrick Vieira led his team off the pitch having complained to the referee.


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Lyon sign Jallet from PSG



23 July 2014 20:21


Lyon sign Jallet from PSG

Lyon have completed the signing of right-back Christophe Jallet from Paris Saint-Germain on a three-year contract.


Jallet moves to the Stade de Gerland after five years with defending Ligue 1 champions PSG in which he won every trophy in French domestic football.


The 30-year-old was limited to just 18 appearances last season,


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De Laurentiis vows Napoli will fight for Scudetto


23 July 2014 20:53


De Laurentiis vows Napoli will fight for Scudetto

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has vowed the club will make the right additions in order to fight for the Serie A title.


Rafael Benitez was named head coach at Stadio San Paolo ahead of the 2013-14 campaign and led the team to a third-placed finish in his debut season.


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Tottenham sign Davies and Vorm as Sigurdsson joins Swansea


23 July 2014 21:02


Tottenham sign Davies and Vorm as Sigurdsson joins Swansea

Tottenham have completed the signing of Swansea City duo Ben Davies and Michel Vorm, with Gylfi Sigurdsson moving in the opposite direction.


Wales full-back Davies, who has long been linked with a switch to White Hart Lane, has signed a five-year deal, with goalkeeper Vorm agreeing a four-year term.


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Tevez never considered Juve exit



23 July 2014 17:57


Tevez never considered Juve exit

Carlos Tevez insists he never considered leaving Italian champions Juventus in the wake of Antonio Conte’s sudden departure as head coach.


Conte led Juve to three consecutive Serie A titles before he brought an abrupt halt to his three-year stay when he tendered his resignation earlier this month.


The exit of the former Juve


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Djuricic joins Mainz on loan



23 July 2014 17:44


Djuricic joins Mainz on loan

Benfica’s Serbian midfielder Filip Djuricic has joined Bundesliga side Mainz on a season-long loan.


The 22-year-old moved to the Estadio da Luz last year after a three-season spell at Heerenveen in the Eredivisie.


Djuricic made 21 appearances for Benfica in all competitions last term, but started just five league games as


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duminică, 20 iulie 2014

Ashley Cole to wrap up his career with Roma

Ashley Cole


One of the world’s most popular football leagues is back to business and will open the new football season with a bang.


Plenty of talented players will spend a stint in Italy for a chance to earn silverware in Serie A. With this, the 2014-15 season is expected to bombard the football scene with explosive stunts and achievements. Here are the latest personnel movements in the Italian top-tier competition:


Chelsea full-back Ashley Cole is keen to cap his footballing career with a stint in AS Roma. While most people consider that Cole is already past his prime, i Giallorossi believe that he can be a huge asset to the squad. The transfer secured the defender with a contract that will net him €4.6 million in yearly wages. Aside from him, Manuel Iturbe would also be joining Roma on a reported transfer fee of €22 million.


Australian defensive midfielder Joshua Brillante has confirmed signing with Fiorentina. The 21-year old player was part of his country’s 30-man preliminary squad before being dropped from the final 23.


Left-back Dodo has left Roma for Inter Milan. The Brazilian made 19 league appearances last season and Inter were given the option to make the move permanent by 2016.


Defending champions and online bookie staple Juventus have finalized the signing of Kingsley Coman from Paris Saint-Germain on a five-year deal. The 18-year-old midfielder has joined The Old Lady having made only three league appearances for the French champions.


Lazio are beefing up their game and are planning to surpass their ninth-place finish last season. The side have signed three new players—Dusan Basta, Filip Djordjevic, and Marco Parolo—to boost their chances at landing in the top spots of the league.






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Diego Costa completes signing with Chelsea

Diego Costa


It must have been heartbreaking for England to exit from the World Cup early, but business must go on as usual in the country’s top-flight league.


To boost the 2014-15 season with more substance and thrill, EPL clubs are signing (or planning to) top players from other major clubs. Here is a rundown of the most important happenings in the Premier League:


Atletico Madrid star player Diego Costa has recently signed a five-year deal with sports betting frontrunners Chelsea. The £32-million contract would be the third major transfer in the summer window for Jose Mourinho’s squad following the signing of Cesc Fabregas and Mario Pasalic.


Arsenal’s bid to sign World Cup winner Sami Khedira is losing its traction after the player demanded for a weekly salary of £150,000. The club is reluctant to make the German striker their top-earning player.


Crystal Palace will see its midfield strengthened by the arrival of Gylfi Sigurdsson who agreed to play for the Eagles on a £8-million deal. Club coach and last season’s “best manager” Tony Pulis is also planning to add Swansea striker Michu into the ensemble.


Samuel Eto’o is leaving Chelsea on a free transfer to either Arsenal or Everton. The prolific Cameroon international has not yet chosen his next club but he might as well choose the former as he expressed interest playing at the Champions League next season.


Hull City have completed a deal with Norwich City winger Robert Snodgrass. Iranian defender Ehsan Hajsafi and Spurs’ Michael Dawson might also become new members of The Tigers very soon.






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sâmbătă, 19 iulie 2014

Badstuber never doubted return



19 July 2014 13:55


Badstuber never doubted return

Bayern Munich centre-back Holger Badstuber never doubted that he would eventually return from his injury nightmare.


The 25-year-old played for the first time since 2012 when he featured for an hour in the German champions’ 3-0 friendly win over the Red Baroons fan club on Friday.


Badstuber ruptured his anterior cruciate


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Juventus complete Morata deal



19 July 2014 15:18


Juventus complete Morata deal

Juventus have finalised a €20million deal to bring Spanish striker striker Alvaro Morata to the club from Real Madrid.


Morata has penned a five-year deal in Turin, while Real will have the right to re-sign the striker until the end of the 2016-17 season.


The Spain Under-21 international has struggled to constantly nail down a


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Casemiro joins Porto on loan



19 July 2014 15:27


Casemiro joins Porto on loan

Porto’s midfield has been bolstered by the addition of Casemiro on a season-long loan from UEFA Champions League winners Real Madrid.


The Brazilian moves to Estadio do Dragao after failing to firmly establish himself as a regular for Real.


Casemiro made 25 appearances in all competitions last season, but only four of those


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Morata inspired by ´champions´ at Juventus


19 July 2014 16:37


Morata inspired by ´champions´ at Juventus

Former Real Madrid forward Alvaro Morata believes the presence of “champions” at Juventus will inspire him to give everything in Turin.


The Spain Under-21 international had been well regarded in Madrid and made 35 La Liga appearances over the previous two campaigns, but after only accumulating eight starts during that...







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M´Vila swayed by Inter ambition


19 July 2014 13:38


M´Vila swayed by Inter ambition

Yann M’Vila stated that the prospect of helping Inter return to the top of Italian football motivated him to join the club.


The 24-year-old France international completed his move from Russian Premier League outfit Rubin Kazan earlier this week, on an initial loan deal with the option to make the move permanent, bringing an...







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Leeds bolster squad with Berardi capture



19 July 2014 12:44


Leeds bolster squad with Berardi capture

Gaetano Berardi has joined Leeds United on a two-year deal from Sampdoria.


The Championship club announced on Saturday that the Switzerland international has now completed his move to Elland Road following days of speculation regarding his future.


Berardi, who turns 26 next month, made 35 appearances for Sampdoria in his


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Derby complete Thorne deal



19 July 2014 12:16


Derby complete Thorne deal

Derby County have signed midfielder George Thorne from West Brom for an undisclosed fee.


Thorne spent the end of last season on loan at Pride Park and has been a target for Derby throughout the close-season.


Having had an initial bid for the 21-year-old rejected last month and the player himself handing in two transfer requests,


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Pantilimon keen to put pressure on Mannone



19 July 2014 11:57


Pantilimon keen to put pressure on Mannone

Sunderland goalkeeper Costel Pantilimon plans on giving head coach Gus Poyet a welcome selection dilemma by battling to be number one.


Poyet snapped up the 27-year-old as a free agent last month after he was released by Manchester City, where Pantilimon made 29 appearances in three seasons as Joe Hart’s understudy at the


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Filipe focuses on Euro glory with Chelsea



19 July 2014 10:57


Filipe focuses on Euro glory with Chelsea

Defender Filipe Luis has set his sights on a Premier League and UEFA Champions League double in his first season at Chelsea.


The full-back completed his move from Atletico Madrid to Stamford Bridge on Friday, penning a three-year deal.


Filipe was part of the Atletico side that won La Liga on the final day of last term and then lost


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Blanc unfazed by friendly setback



19 July 2014 10:26


Blanc unfazed by friendly setback

Paris Saint-Germain head coach Laurent Blanc is unperturbed by the club’s friendly defeat to RB Leipzig and is keen to move on quickly.


The Ligue 1 champions had started their pre-season schedule by beating Hartberg and Videoton, but slipped to a 4-2 defeat to the German second-tier outfit on Friday, despite twice taking the


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miercuri, 16 iulie 2014

Newcastle complete Riviere capture

Emmanuel Riviere


Newcastle United have bolstered their attacking options with the capture of Emmanuel Riviere on a long-term deal from Ligue 1 side Monaco.


Riviere moves to St James' Park for an undisclosed fee, boosting a forward line that had looked short of depth following the end of Loic Remy's loan spell at the club.


The 24-year-old is the latest recruit in what has been a busy transfer window for Newcastle, who have already signed Ayoze Perez, Jack Colback, Siem de Jong, and Remy Cabella, while Daryl Janmaat is poised to join in the close-season.


Former Saint-Etienne and Toulouse striker Riviere scored 13 goals in 36 appearances as Monaco finished second in Ligue 1 term.


And he will hope to build on his decent form with the principality club as he attempts to make a success of his career in the Premier League.


Riviere: "I'm very happy to be here at Newcastle.


"When the club spoke to me I said yes immediately. It was an easy decision because Newcastle is a big club with great fans and a good stadium.


"My dream was always to play in the Premier League and Newcastle have given me the opportunity to realise that."


Newcastle manager Alan Pardew added: "This is an important signing because the striking area is one we really had to improve.


"We have looked at Emmanuel for a while and we know he will score goals for us.


"He is quick, hungry for success and will love having 50,000 Geordies cheering him on and singing his name.


"I am really looking forward to integrating Emmanuel in the group and cannot wait to see him in action for us."






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marți, 15 iulie 2014

Alves committed to Barcelona cause



15 July 2014 17:30


Alves committed to Barcelona cause

​Dani Alves insists that he is fully committed to Barcelona, despite reports linking him with a move away from Camp Nou.


The Brazil international’s future appeared in doubt after the arrival of head coach Luis Enrique, with French champions Paris Saint-Germain thought to be waiting in the wings for his services.


As he


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Besiktas closing in on Ba capture, says president



15 July 2014 17:55


Besiktas closing in on Ba capture, says president

Beskitas president Fikret Orman has revealed an agreement has been reached with Chelsea to bring Demba Ba to the Super Lig.


The striker has been deemed surplus to requirements at Stamford Bridge despite having a crucial role in Chelsea’s strong finish to last season.


Ba struck against Liverpool in a crucial Premier League


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Costa completes Chelsea move



15 July 2014 18:07


Costa completes Chelsea move

Diego Costa has completed his move from La Liga champions Atletico Madrid to Chelsea after penning a five-year deal.


Chelsea agreed a deal with Atleti to bring the striker to Stamford Bridge a fortnight ago and the move has now been finalised.


Costa will add presence to a Chelsea forward line that misfired for large parts of last


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