December 2011

Things can only get Blatter

December 5, 2011

Considering the fact that Sepp Blatter has been working for FIFA for the best part of 40 years, it is remarkable just how good he’s gotten at annoying football fans, or should I say English football fans. Now if any other 75 year old man with a degree in business and economics (and has never [...]

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A-Z of Euro 2012

December 4, 2011
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The draw for the 2012 European Championships in Poland and Ukraine was made yesterday with some very interesting match-ups. This A-Z guide should enlighten, confuse, bore or maybe even fascinate some of you football fans. A is for Absence - The group games are being played at 5pm and 7.45pm UK time which should mean that many [...]

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God Speed – In Memoriam

December 1, 2011

November 27, 2011 will long be remembered in footballing circles as a day on which on-field matters paled into insignificance. With the breaking news of Wales manager Gary Speed’s tragic death, the sport was sent into a sudden state of paralysis. Stunned shock and overwhelming sorrow were expressed through an endless series of heartfelt tributes [...]

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Man Utd humiliation part 2 – We all saw it coming!

December 1, 2011

 Ferguson punished for showing Palace a lack of respect Bookies were offering odds of 12/1 on a Crystal Palace victory at Old Trafford last night, and Sir Alex Ferguson’s shock following his side’s 2-1 quarter final loss showed that he expected his Manchester United side to win as much as they did. Although his players [...]

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How much will Real Madrid miss Ronaldo?

December 1, 2011

Xabi Alonso has revealed that Real Madrid team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo has still not returned to training ahead of Saturday’s crucial La Liga clash with Sporting Gijon. Ronaldo picked up an ankle injury following a strong challenge by Luis Perea during last weekend’s ill-tempered derby win over city rivals Atletico Madrid. The Portuguese is stil [...]

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Pele: Neymar is better than Messi

December 1, 2011

Brazil great Pele has labelled compatriot Neymar a far more complete player than Lionel Messi. The Barcelona man is almost unanimously regarded as the finest talent in the game today but Pele is of the opinion that the diminutive Argentine is not as rounded as Santos striker Neymar. “Making an individual comparison, I think Neymar [...]

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Take part in the ultimate football experience

December 1, 2011

Backpackers FC is a unique sports holiday that enables you to work, play football and play some more in Perth, Australia’s sunniest state capital, enjoying over 3000 hours of sunshine a year.  In 2012, Backpackers FC will kick off their inaugural season in the Perth Metropolitan Football Competition.  The team will be made up of [...]

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