On the day everyone is focused on the UEFA Draw, we have another hot soccer/football topic.
Juventus is making news with their cheerleaders? I don't know if this is official and legit, but I think they would be the first major football team to have cheerleaders. I don't know about this idea....
Showing posts with label Serie A. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Serie A. Show all posts
Friday, December 17, 2010
Friday, August 27, 2010
2010 European Soccer / Football Preview
The summer of 2010 was certainly a lot clammier than 2009, only Manchester City really splashed out the big bucks this year. However AC Milan’s last second move for Ibrahimovic has completely shaken up European Football and Javier Mascherano going to Barcelona completes their squad.
EPL
The EPL title is Chelsea’s to lose. They might not have improved much, but neither has United, Arsenal, or Liverpool. Chelsea is the most consistent team in the EPL and only a long Champions League run will hurt their chances for this title.
1. Chelsea - This could be their best shot ever at winning both the EPL and Champions League.
2. Arsenal – Picking Arsenal is always some what of a gamble, but each year they’re right in the hunt.
3. Manchester City – The only reason we didn’t pick them to win it, is because they have too many egos to gel in one season. Balotelli will go down as the greatest signing in history of football, and on paper hey have as much talent as anyone.
4. Man United – Things could get crazy if Man City is able to over take them. We just don’t have a good feeling about United this season.
The Rest – Liverpool will still be adapting to a new coach, don’t be surprised if this season is one to forget. Tottenham will be too busy with the Champions League. With Man City and Liverpool focusing heavily on the EPL title, there is little chance for any other teams to break the top four.
Serie A
Serie A might have the most competitive top 10 teams in any league in recent memory. So many teams will have a chance at the Champions League this campaign.
1. Inter Milan – They have an awful lot of talent, but
you have to wonder if Milto and Sneijder can match what they did last season. Look for a lot more goals from Eto’o this year.
2. AC Milan – Everyone is down on them, but we expect the Ibra deal to be done, which will either totally change the team for the better or hurt it long term. If they can stay healthy, you have to like their chances with that offense.
3. Juventus – We’re not a fan of the 4-4-2 system. With the players they have it’s probably the wrong formation. With so many stars on one roster it could be a combustible situation in Turin. However they might have the best second string squad in the world.
4. Napoli – After a few years of build up Napoli finally has a Scudetto contending team.
The Rest – There are five other teams who could finish in the top 4. Starting with Roma, but they could be hurt by a decent Champions League run. Genoa has had the best transfer campaign in Serie A and is just about everyone’s darkhorse. Palermo will be in the mix to the end as it’s tough to go to Sicily and win. Florentina, without the European Leagues to worry about could be surprise contenders.
La Liga
This campaign could be more of the same as Real and Barc look miles ahead of the competition.
Jose Mourinho has a simple mission, and that’s to win the league title and Champions League, and of course beat Barcelona at all costs. The real question for fans in Spain is if any other team will be able to step up and mount some type of challenge.
1. Real Madrid – Real have enough fire power to win the La Liga. However can the Special One handle so many stars?
2. Barcelona – The Mourinho mind games will cause them to slip up in league play.
Germany – It should be all Bayern again this year. However look for German teams to struggle a bit in European competitions. HoweverJuventus Wolfsburg with Dezko and Diego could be a force.
France – Marseille will look to retain their title. Lyon will have a chance thanks to picking up Gourcuff.
Europa League
It might be the hardest trophy to win, and this year it will have some definite star power. We believe the winner should get an automatic bid into qualifying for the Champions League the following season. Juventus are the favorites, followed by Man City. Liverpool could shift their focus to this trophy especially if their Premier League chances look bleak. Also keep your eye on two up and coming Italian team, Napoli and Palermo.
Champions League
The most important annual trophy in the world of sports, is also one of the hardest to defend. However this year the bottom 16 teams aren’t that strong. We know this is the Championship of Europe, but they’re ton of teams with knock-out stage talent sitting on the sidelines. Maybe even magnified this year, there are only a handful of teams capable of winning this trophy. Starting at the top, I think you need to look at Chelsea, Inter Milan, Barcelona, and Real Madrid. However it probably will take Jose Mourinho two years to build the European contender he wants. Right now I’m not sure they have the defense to win this trophy, however with their attack they just might outscore everyone. In less the rest of La Liga can get it together and challenge Real or Barc, these teams have an advantage in the Champions League.
Inter will not go out easy, but they have a tough schedule with the World Championships and Serie A, not to mention a new coach. Chelsea have as good as chance as anyone, and they might have some extra focus this season.
If you start thinking about tier two teams, you have Bayern, Man U, Arsenal, AC Milan and look for Roma to be a surprise outfit. With the Champions League it always comes down to the draw in the knock out rounds, so we’ll find out.
Contenders – Chelsea, Barcelona, Inter Milan, Real Madrid
Line 2 – Bayern, Arsenal, Man Untied, AC Milan, Roma, Marseille
It should be an entertaining season, and don’t forget to the check out our bi-weekly World Soccer / Football Club Rankings
EPL
The EPL title is Chelsea’s to lose. They might not have improved much, but neither has United, Arsenal, or Liverpool. Chelsea is the most consistent team in the EPL and only a long Champions League run will hurt their chances for this title.
1. Chelsea - This could be their best shot ever at winning both the EPL and Champions League.
2. Arsenal – Picking Arsenal is always some what of a gamble, but each year they’re right in the hunt.3. Manchester City – The only reason we didn’t pick them to win it, is because they have too many egos to gel in one season. Balotelli will go down as the greatest signing in history of football, and on paper hey have as much talent as anyone.
4. Man United – Things could get crazy if Man City is able to over take them. We just don’t have a good feeling about United this season.
The Rest – Liverpool will still be adapting to a new coach, don’t be surprised if this season is one to forget. Tottenham will be too busy with the Champions League. With Man City and Liverpool focusing heavily on the EPL title, there is little chance for any other teams to break the top four.
Serie A
Serie A might have the most competitive top 10 teams in any league in recent memory. So many teams will have a chance at the Champions League this campaign.
1. Inter Milan – They have an awful lot of talent, but
you have to wonder if Milto and Sneijder can match what they did last season. Look for a lot more goals from Eto’o this year.2. AC Milan – Everyone is down on them, but we expect the Ibra deal to be done, which will either totally change the team for the better or hurt it long term. If they can stay healthy, you have to like their chances with that offense.
3. Juventus – We’re not a fan of the 4-4-2 system. With the players they have it’s probably the wrong formation. With so many stars on one roster it could be a combustible situation in Turin. However they might have the best second string squad in the world.
4. Napoli – After a few years of build up Napoli finally has a Scudetto contending team.
The Rest – There are five other teams who could finish in the top 4. Starting with Roma, but they could be hurt by a decent Champions League run. Genoa has had the best transfer campaign in Serie A and is just about everyone’s darkhorse. Palermo will be in the mix to the end as it’s tough to go to Sicily and win. Florentina, without the European Leagues to worry about could be surprise contenders.
La Liga
This campaign could be more of the same as Real and Barc look miles ahead of the competition.
Jose Mourinho has a simple mission, and that’s to win the league title and Champions League, and of course beat Barcelona at all costs. The real question for fans in Spain is if any other team will be able to step up and mount some type of challenge.1. Real Madrid – Real have enough fire power to win the La Liga. However can the Special One handle so many stars?
2. Barcelona – The Mourinho mind games will cause them to slip up in league play.
Germany – It should be all Bayern again this year. However look for German teams to struggle a bit in European competitions. However
France – Marseille will look to retain their title. Lyon will have a chance thanks to picking up Gourcuff.
Europa League
It might be the hardest trophy to win, and this year it will have some definite star power. We believe the winner should get an automatic bid into qualifying for the Champions League the following season. Juventus are the favorites, followed by Man City. Liverpool could shift their focus to this trophy especially if their Premier League chances look bleak. Also keep your eye on two up and coming Italian team, Napoli and Palermo.
Champions League
The most important annual trophy in the world of sports, is also one of the hardest to defend. However this year the bottom 16 teams aren’t that strong. We know this is the Championship of Europe, but they’re ton of teams with knock-out stage talent sitting on the sidelines. Maybe even magnified this year, there are only a handful of teams capable of winning this trophy. Starting at the top, I think you need to look at Chelsea, Inter Milan, Barcelona, and Real Madrid. However it probably will take Jose Mourinho two years to build the European contender he wants. Right now I’m not sure they have the defense to win this trophy, however with their attack they just might outscore everyone. In less the rest of La Liga can get it together and challenge Real or Barc, these teams have an advantage in the Champions League.Inter will not go out easy, but they have a tough schedule with the World Championships and Serie A, not to mention a new coach. Chelsea have as good as chance as anyone, and they might have some extra focus this season.
If you start thinking about tier two teams, you have Bayern, Man U, Arsenal, AC Milan and look for Roma to be a surprise outfit. With the Champions League it always comes down to the draw in the knock out rounds, so we’ll find out.
Contenders – Chelsea, Barcelona, Inter Milan, Real Madrid
Line 2 – Bayern, Arsenal, Man Untied, AC Milan, Roma, Marseille
It should be an entertaining season, and don’t forget to the check out our bi-weekly World Soccer / Football Club Rankings
Monday, January 18, 2010
New World Soccer / Footbal Club Rankings
Our New World Soccer Club Rankings for 1-18-10 are out.
To Celebrate here is a little Samba courtesy of Ronaldinho from 4th ranked AC Milan
To Celebrate here is a little Samba courtesy of Ronaldinho from 4th ranked AC Milan
Friday, November 20, 2009
Latest Serie A News - Pato offers support to Huntelaar
It is certainly not new news when I tell you that Klass-Jan Huntelaar hasn't really had the impact at AC Milan that many had hoped he would. In fact he has already been linked with a move away from the club as early as January, but team mate Alexandre Pato has come out in support of the under fire striker, as have coach Leonardo and fellow Dutch team-mate Clarence Seedorf.
Pato, the Brazilian striker said of Huntelaar:
"I’m sure he will give much to Milan."
"I had a hard time too, when I just arrived here,”
Huntelaar currently sits as fourth choice striker for Milan at the moment with Pato, Ronaldinho and Filippo Inzaghi all ahead of him. there is no doubt the Dutch international knows how to find
He has failed to hit the ground running at Milan since his arrival in August 2009, and has not scored in any of his eleven appearances for the club, and with three strikers in front of him his opportunities are looking somewhat limited.
There is no doubt the Dutch international knows how to find the back of the net.
At Ajax he scored 76 goals in just 92 appearances, prompting Real Madrid to get out the cheque book in January 2009, and pay £17m to secure his services.
He scored eight times for the 'Galaticos' in twenty appearances, before he joined Italian giants AC Milan for a fee in the region of £12m, just seven months later.
Huntelaar has also scored 14 times in 25 appearances for the Dutch national side (below).
Not helping matters are the rumours that Milan are continually being linked with a move for Wolfsburg striker Edin Dzeko, who if signed from the Bundesliga club would push the Dutch striker further down the pecking order.
However reports coming out of Italy say rivals Juventus are trying to hijack the deal and bring the Bosnian hitman to Turin in January. Huntelaar's fate with Milan is not yet sealed, even though most of the Italian press have already written off the striker.
However things will have to start to change quickly on the pitch for the Dutchman, or Huntelaar may soon find himself back on the transfer list, and looking for his third club in a year.
In October, Huntelaar was linked with a move to Tottenham Hotspur and a possible swap deal with Roman Pavlyuchenko during the January transfer window.
The North London side were again reportedly linked with the Dutchman earlier this month, although German side Hamburg are also now thought to be in the race to sign him.
Roll on this weekend where in Serie A, AC Milan and Hunlelaar entertain Cagliari in a league fixture at the San Siro Stadium.
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"I found it difficult to speak Italian and off the field I could not communicate with others, I was afraid to make mistakes."
"Everyone saw that he was the best player in Holland and scored plenty of goals when he played for Ajax, has done well at Real Madrid and I am sure that even here he manages to make his contribution to Milan."
He has failed to hit the ground running at Milan since his arrival in August 2009, and has not scored in any of his eleven appearances for the club, and with three strikers in front of him his opportunities are looking somewhat limited.
There is no doubt the Dutch international knows how to find the back of the net.
At Ajax he scored 76 goals in just 92 appearances, prompting Real Madrid to get out the cheque book in January 2009, and pay £17m to secure his services.
He scored eight times for the 'Galaticos' in twenty appearances, before he joined Italian giants AC Milan for a fee in the region of £12m, just seven months later.
Huntelaar has also scored 14 times in 25 appearances for the Dutch national side (below).
Not helping matters are the rumours that Milan are continually being linked with a move for Wolfsburg striker Edin Dzeko, who if signed from the Bundesliga club would push the Dutch striker further down the pecking order.However reports coming out of Italy say rivals Juventus are trying to hijack the deal and bring the Bosnian hitman to Turin in January. Huntelaar's fate with Milan is not yet sealed, even though most of the Italian press have already written off the striker.
However things will have to start to change quickly on the pitch for the Dutchman, or Huntelaar may soon find himself back on the transfer list, and looking for his third club in a year.
In October, Huntelaar was linked with a move to Tottenham Hotspur and a possible swap deal with Roman Pavlyuchenko during the January transfer window.
The North London side were again reportedly linked with the Dutchman earlier this month, although German side Hamburg are also now thought to be in the race to sign him.
Roll on this weekend where in Serie A, AC Milan and Hunlelaar entertain Cagliari in a league fixture at the San Siro Stadium.
Written by:
Mark Ferguson, a sports editor who blogs about where to purchase inexpensive quality football shirts.
(Today he is guest writing on behalf of Beer Footy and Birds!)
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
2009-10 European Football Preview
The European Football (Soccer) Leagues are just starting their 09-10 campaigns. The group stages of the Champions League are scheduled to begin September 15th. This summer saw three of biggest stars in the world change teams, with Cristiano Ronaldo Kaka, and Ibrahimovic all joining new teams in Spain. It looks to be a very interesting and entertaining year across the continent. Here are the 2009-10 RizzoSports.com Football predictions.
Spain (La-Liga)
1. Real Madrid – The amount of money Real spent this summer was mind-boggling. They’re built with one objective in mind, and that is to over take Barcelona. Well some people are worried about them getting all these superstars to gel, we think they’ll be motivated to defeat Barcelona, and that will be enough for the Title.
2. Barcelona – Everyone will be gunning for them this season, but it’s hard to repeat, of course there is only one way to go from here. They’ll finish close to the top, and far ahead of #3.
3. Villarreal - Spain is seriously Madrid, Barcelona and that’s it. 10 teams could fight for the third and fourth spots, we'll guess and go with Villarreal.
4. Atletico Madrid – Will Aguero take a step forward or backwards – we’ll see.
England (Premier League)
1. Chelsea – The biggest news from Chelsea this summer is the arrival of coach Carlo Ancelotti. This team has a ton of veterans and they look hungry for the League Title. We think they have it wrapped up with games to spare.
2. Manchester City – That’s right City, not United. It’s a risky pick trust us, but City have the advantage of only focusing on the league title. Adebayor will be prove to be the signing of the summer in England.
3. Manchester United – The departure of Ronaldo will be too much to make up in just one year.
4. Arsenal – It seems like all the experts are picking Arsenal to be out of the top four and Liverpool to win the title. Well don’t trust them, in a dramatic finish, the Gunners are too much for Reds and take the fourth spot, again.
Italy (Serie A)
1. Juventus – It will be a title chase for the ages in Italy, but Juventus will emerge on top. Deigo will be the star man, and with a midfield that has the likes of Melo, Sissoko, Marchisio, and Camoranesi, who needs to worry about the defense. Last time I checked Buffon was still in goal, and look out for a monster year from Iaquinta.
2. Inter - One of the greatest runs in Serie A history will come to an end this season, which is funny because this might be the best Inter team yet.
3. Roma – Roma is not deep, but their first eleven awfully strong when healthy. If they stay healthy the can do great things, and finish third.
4. AC Milan – Milan will reinforce their squad in January with a couple of big transfers. They’ll hold off Napoli and Palermo for fourth.
Germany – The German League has been stellar recent in years, but they take a step back this year, as Schalke wins the title over defending champs Wolfsburg. While Bayern struggles through the season.
France – It’s Gourcuff and Bordeaux on top followed by PSG. Lyon takes a step backwards and all the French teams struggle in the Champions League.
Champions League – It’s so difficult to pick a winner, since the Champions League comes down to the draw, especially the first round of match play. I think there are only five teams who can win it.
- Real Madrid – All they have to do is live up to their potential. We still think the circus atmosphere around the team will be to much, and they won’t make it to the final.
- Juventus – Certainly the surprise pick, but Diego will prove he’s (brace yourself) every bit as good as Messi, and lead Juventus to the final.
- Barcelona – The Champions League has to be the hardest trophy to win back to back, and for that matter alone it’s tough to pick them of the the Trophy. However wouldn’t Barcelona vs. Inter be the dream final this year.
- Inter – Last we picked them to win it, and they didn’t but if their defense can stay healthily, they might just finally win this thing.
- Chesela – They are probably the safest bet to win it. A veteran squad should finally hoist the trophy they've been aiming for for years.
Spain (La-Liga)
1. Real Madrid – The amount of money Real spent this summer was mind-boggling. They’re built with one objective in mind, and that is to over take Barcelona. Well some people are worried about them getting all these superstars to gel, we think they’ll be motivated to defeat Barcelona, and that will be enough for the Title.
2. Barcelona – Everyone will be gunning for them this season, but it’s hard to repeat, of course there is only one way to go from here. They’ll finish close to the top, and far ahead of #3.
3. Villarreal - Spain is seriously Madrid, Barcelona and that’s it. 10 teams could fight for the third and fourth spots, we'll guess and go with Villarreal.
4. Atletico Madrid – Will Aguero take a step forward or backwards – we’ll see.
England (Premier League)
1. Chelsea – The biggest news from Chelsea this summer is the arrival of coach Carlo Ancelotti. This team has a ton of veterans and they look hungry for the League Title. We think they have it wrapped up with games to spare.
2. Manchester City – That’s right City, not United. It’s a risky pick trust us, but City have the advantage of only focusing on the league title. Adebayor will be prove to be the signing of the summer in England.
3. Manchester United – The departure of Ronaldo will be too much to make up in just one year.
4. Arsenal – It seems like all the experts are picking Arsenal to be out of the top four and Liverpool to win the title. Well don’t trust them, in a dramatic finish, the Gunners are too much for Reds and take the fourth spot, again.
Italy (Serie A)
1. Juventus – It will be a title chase for the ages in Italy, but Juventus will emerge on top. Deigo will be the star man, and with a midfield that has the likes of Melo, Sissoko, Marchisio, and Camoranesi, who needs to worry about the defense. Last time I checked Buffon was still in goal, and look out for a monster year from Iaquinta.2. Inter - One of the greatest runs in Serie A history will come to an end this season, which is funny because this might be the best Inter team yet.
3. Roma – Roma is not deep, but their first eleven awfully strong when healthy. If they stay healthy the can do great things, and finish third.
4. AC Milan – Milan will reinforce their squad in January with a couple of big transfers. They’ll hold off Napoli and Palermo for fourth.
Germany – The German League has been stellar recent in years, but they take a step back this year, as Schalke wins the title over defending champs Wolfsburg. While Bayern struggles through the season.
France – It’s Gourcuff and Bordeaux on top followed by PSG. Lyon takes a step backwards and all the French teams struggle in the Champions League.
Champions League – It’s so difficult to pick a winner, since the Champions League comes down to the draw, especially the first round of match play. I think there are only five teams who can win it.
- Real Madrid – All they have to do is live up to their potential. We still think the circus atmosphere around the team will be to much, and they won’t make it to the final.
- Juventus – Certainly the surprise pick, but Diego will prove he’s (brace yourself) every bit as good as Messi, and lead Juventus to the final.
- Barcelona – The Champions League has to be the hardest trophy to win back to back, and for that matter alone it’s tough to pick them of the the Trophy. However wouldn’t Barcelona vs. Inter be the dream final this year.
- Inter – Last we picked them to win it, and they didn’t but if their defense can stay healthily, they might just finally win this thing.
- Chesela – They are probably the safest bet to win it. A veteran squad should finally hoist the trophy they've been aiming for for years.
Monday, June 1, 2009
Zlatan Ibrahimovic - Sensational Goal
Zlatan Ibrahimovic's amazing back heel goal to win the Capocannoniere (Serie A Scoring Title) on the final day of the season.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Carlo Ancelotti's Auto-Biography Advice
Carlo Ancelotti's new Auto-biography had the following to say, when discusing why Zlatan Ibrahimovic choose to join Inter instead on AC Milan in 2006. I thought it was a good line.
"Haste does not pay dividends, but Massimo Moratti does"
Friday, October 31, 2008
David Beckham Goes to Milan
The top sports story in the world, is David Beckham going to AC Milan via a 3 month loan deal.
Since we're Rossoneri supporters and much less so of the Beckham circus, we'll breakdown why this move is actually really good for both parties involved.
David Beckham's Benefits
1. First and foremost this move strokes his ego, and he'll be able to look back and say he's played for the 3 largest clubs in England, Spain, & Italy.
2. It will also give him one last hurrah, in Europe where football is everything.
3. If he wants to get back on the English National Team, this is his chance.
4. He's back in the news - In case people are starting to forget about him, he has just popped back up in one of the fashion and media capitals of Europe.
AC Milan Benefits
1. While the details have not been released, you know Milan will make out on jersey sales, and with 82,000 seats in the San Siro, ticket revenue will go up.
2. Milan is loaded up front with Kaka, Ronaldinho, and company. At 33 Beckham best ability is his long ball passes, which fills a vacant role for this side.
3. Even if he's a complete flop, Maldini and his teammates will carry on like nothing happen.
I was very critical of his move to the MLS, saying it focused more on entertainment value then world class football. His on field role in Milan will be completely different from LA, plus he's coming into a side comprised of world class veterans where he'll be a role player and sub. Therefore the both sides should benefit.
Since we're Rossoneri supporters and much less so of the Beckham circus, we'll breakdown why this move is actually really good for both parties involved.
David Beckham's Benefits
1. First and foremost this move strokes his ego, and he'll be able to look back and say he's played for the 3 largest clubs in England, Spain, & Italy.
2. It will also give him one last hurrah, in Europe where football is everything.
3. If he wants to get back on the English National Team, this is his chance.
4. He's back in the news - In case people are starting to forget about him, he has just popped back up in one of the fashion and media capitals of Europe.
AC Milan Benefits
1. While the details have not been released, you know Milan will make out on jersey sales, and with 82,000 seats in the San Siro, ticket revenue will go up.
2. Milan is loaded up front with Kaka, Ronaldinho, and company. At 33 Beckham best ability is his long ball passes, which fills a vacant role for this side.
3. Even if he's a complete flop, Maldini and his teammates will carry on like nothing happen.
I was very critical of his move to the MLS, saying it focused more on entertainment value then world class football. His on field role in Milan will be completely different from LA, plus he's coming into a side comprised of world class veterans where he'll be a role player and sub. Therefore the both sides should benefit.
Saturday, October 4, 2008
Thursday, May 22, 2008
World Club Football / Soccer Champions 07-08
Here are the major Trophies winners from around the world this term.
After a sloppy final, Manchester United emerge as European Champions.
Champions League: Manchester United
English Premeir League: Manchester United
Serie A: Inter Milan
La Liga: Real Mardid
German Bundesliga: Bayern Munich
French Ligue 1: Olympique Lyon
Dutch Eredivisie: PSU Einhoven
Scottish Premier League: Celtic
Portuguese Liga: FC Porto
Club World Cup: AC Milan
European SuperCup: AC Milan
FA Cup: Portsmouth
Click here for the final World Club Soccer Rankings of 07-08
After a sloppy final, Manchester United emerge as European Champions.
Champions League: Manchester United
English Premeir League: Manchester United
Serie A: Inter Milan
La Liga: Real Mardid
German Bundesliga: Bayern Munich
French Ligue 1: Olympique Lyon
Dutch Eredivisie: PSU Einhoven
Scottish Premier League: Celtic
Portuguese Liga: FC Porto
Club World Cup: AC Milan
European SuperCup: AC Milan
FA Cup: Portsmouth
Click here for the final World Club Soccer Rankings of 07-08
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Inter Milan Meets Pope
Italian soccer team Inter Milan, who are having trouble wrapping up the Serie A title, with only 2 more games remaining. To change their fortunes the team packed up the bus and headed to Vatican.
Where they greeted the Pope.
http://www.inter.it/aas/news/reader?N=29252&L=en
"President Massimo Moratti gave Benedict XVI a gold plaque with a special dedication, while captain Javier Zanetti presented the Pope with a personalised Inter shirt"
Pope Benedict, then presented Materazzi, with a yellow card. - jk that would have been classic.
Where they greeted the Pope.
http://www.inter.it/aas/news/reader?N=29252&L=en
"President Massimo Moratti gave Benedict XVI a gold plaque with a special dedication, while captain Javier Zanetti presented the Pope with a personalised Inter shirt"
Pope Benedict, then presented Materazzi, with a yellow card. - jk that would have been classic.
Saturday, January 12, 2008
Alexandre Pato: Soccer Phenom Set for AC Milan Debut
Expectations are sky high as Brazilian Phenom Pato, prepares for first match.
Alexandre Pato, the 18 year old from Pato Branco Brazil is set to make his European soccer debut tomorrow as AC Milan take on Napoli. AC Milan signed Pato in August, and he has been training with the team since then. AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti, as already said Pato is going to develop into the best player in world.
Alexandre Pato, the 18 year old from Pato Branco Brazil is set to make his European soccer debut tomorrow as AC Milan take on Napoli. AC Milan signed Pato in August, and he has been training with the team since then. AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti, as already said Pato is going to develop into the best player in world.
Monday, August 27, 2007
Serie A is off to an emotional Start: Catania v Parma Fight
It's only the first weekend of games in Italy's Serie A, and already the emotion is at mid-season levels. In their first match of the season Catania's coach Silvio Baldini, kicks Parma's coach Mimmo Di Carlo. Catania's Baldini, and yes he is wearing jeans, waits till Di Carlo turns around and gives him a kick in the backside. Classic.
Well it looks like its going to be an eventful year in Serie A.
Well it looks like its going to be an eventful year in Serie A.
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