After years of being named the “dark continent” the world cup is about to land in one of the greatest continents in the world. Call it what you may but AFRICA IS DAMN GREAT!! The people are great, especially with their unity in diversity. Their culture is splendid. Most people perceive the Africans as being backward due to their culture (especially their skin clothing) but in contrast, they the most intellectual people in this world. As a prelude to the big event, the Fifa Confederations Cup 2009 will also be held in South Africa. But for now, lets leave that and focus on the world cup.
Finally, the great names in world class football will be in this great continent. The likes of Kaka, Torres, Fabregas, Rooney, Ronaldo, Ibrahimovich, Raul, Henry, Ika Casillas to mention but a few, will be coming to Africa. Let us not forget the African bred footballers: the likes of Diouf, Drogba, Etoo, Kalou and the African footballer of 2008 Adebayor.
So there is much to be expected. The stadiums are in top gear preparation. Roads are being re-carpeted, hotels are being constructed and upgraded plus many other things in preparing the world for the most watched and televised international event.
The question then is are you ready for this? Start saving up early! With the economic melt down going on you had better begin doing something early enough if you have to enjoy this phenomenal experience. You do not want to miss this.
Over the next few months as a build up to the great occasion, we will analyze various players and their progress in the individual leagues, what to expect from them their expectations and their role in their national teams. We will also look at the world cup qualifiers games as they happen.
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3/22/09
Confederations Cup 2009 – Italian National Team
The Italian national football team is the current world cup champions and will be featuring in the Confederations Cup of 2009. It is currently ranked 4th in the world by Fifa. They beat France at the 2006 world cup which ended with the dramatic head butt by the veteran footballer, Zinedine Zidane, on Materrazi. Personally, I believe France would have lifted the trophy but penalties can make the game go either way. They were also quite impressive in the Euro cup. They are a force to reckon with in this confederations cup and would definitely be a team worth checking out as they defend their title in the Fifa world cup in South Africa. There style of mostly based on the experience. The average age of the national team players is about 30 so you can imagine all that experience. But skill and speed is, in my opinion, what they lack.
From the current form of its players, the ideal starting 11 for Italy would be: Buffon (in goal), Cannavaro, Zambrotta, Gamberini and Dossena in defence, De Rossi, Aquilani, Del Piero, Pirlo in midfield and Luca Toni and Gilardino in striking. Since the whole team carries with it experience, the strength of the team is well balanced throughout the positions. Other names that could make headlines are Perotta, Di Natale, Camoranesi and others (add a comment at the end of this post to who or what you think will work). As observed in the world cup of 2009, Italy can do wonders. They may not have the speed and creativity that comes with many current sides, but they definately have the heart to win and the experience is an added advantage. One player I really like is the man Gatuzzo. He is a mean looking beast and meeting him on the pitch, I would guess, would be worse. I remember during the 2006-2007 UEFA champions league where he was policeman-marking the wonderful Cristiano Ronaldo. What a wonderful job he did. If he would be included in this side, then Italy are bound to go far both in the confederations cup and the world cup.
Italy will be facing off with Brazil, one of their common rivals since the world cup where they lost to Brazil. They will also be facing off with Egypt, the current Africa Cup of Nations champions and also USA. The top scoring goal machine is a veteran Luigi Riva. I don’t have much information about him, if you do, please feel free to add any more information. The player with the most caps is definitely the great defender Paolo Maldini. He definitely has to be included in the all time greats of Italian soccer. Playing mainly at central defence, he was a force to reckon with. The current captain of the team is Fabio Cannavaro who was so splendid in the last world cup that he was given a club transfer to Real Madrid. I believe he is capable of fitting into the shoes of the great Maldini and even do more..
So watch out for Italy in the Fifa Confederations Cup 2009. They will be led by Marcello Lipi, a well experienced coach. You would not like to miss this action. They will be in their famous blue shirts and white shorts!!
They are also known as THE AZZURRIS….sorry not sure of spelling!!!
Spanish National Team
English National Team
South African National Team
Egyptian National Team
Brazilian National Team
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From the current form of its players, the ideal starting 11 for Italy would be: Buffon (in goal), Cannavaro, Zambrotta, Gamberini and Dossena in defence, De Rossi, Aquilani, Del Piero, Pirlo in midfield and Luca Toni and Gilardino in striking. Since the whole team carries with it experience, the strength of the team is well balanced throughout the positions. Other names that could make headlines are Perotta, Di Natale, Camoranesi and others (add a comment at the end of this post to who or what you think will work). As observed in the world cup of 2009, Italy can do wonders. They may not have the speed and creativity that comes with many current sides, but they definately have the heart to win and the experience is an added advantage. One player I really like is the man Gatuzzo. He is a mean looking beast and meeting him on the pitch, I would guess, would be worse. I remember during the 2006-2007 UEFA champions league where he was policeman-marking the wonderful Cristiano Ronaldo. What a wonderful job he did. If he would be included in this side, then Italy are bound to go far both in the confederations cup and the world cup.
Italy will be facing off with Brazil, one of their common rivals since the world cup where they lost to Brazil. They will also be facing off with Egypt, the current Africa Cup of Nations champions and also USA. The top scoring goal machine is a veteran Luigi Riva. I don’t have much information about him, if you do, please feel free to add any more information. The player with the most caps is definitely the great defender Paolo Maldini. He definitely has to be included in the all time greats of Italian soccer. Playing mainly at central defence, he was a force to reckon with. The current captain of the team is Fabio Cannavaro who was so splendid in the last world cup that he was given a club transfer to Real Madrid. I believe he is capable of fitting into the shoes of the great Maldini and even do more..
So watch out for Italy in the Fifa Confederations Cup 2009. They will be led by Marcello Lipi, a well experienced coach. You would not like to miss this action. They will be in their famous blue shirts and white shorts!!
They are also known as THE AZZURRIS….sorry not sure of spelling!!!
Spanish National Team
English National Team
South African National Team
Egyptian National Team
Brazilian National Team
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Confederations Cup 2009 – Egyptian National Team
The Egyptian national soccer team, also known as The Pharaohs, is the reigning African Cup of Nations champions. Because of this, they will be featuring in the 2009 Confederations Cup in South Africa. They have held this title since 2006. They have always been found to be underdogs in these champions as compared to other African nations that boast of having premier players playing in major leagues abroad. In fact, if you analyze the national team properly, it is made up of players who mostly play in the local leagues and mainly come from either El Zamalek or Al-Ahly. This is one of the first African national soccer teams that do not believe in big names that rule major leagues in Europe. They have a unique style of play where seems everyone can read each others mind and they all work together towards the same purpose which is to win. This is why they are 6 time African Cup of nations champions.
This was displayed very well at the MTN African Cup of Nations of 2008 held in Ghana where in the finals; they were up against a very promising Cameroonian side. A blunder by the very experienced Rigobert Song led Egypt to raise the cup with a 1-0 win over the indomitable lions of Cameroon. In fact, these 2 teams had been drawn in the same group and Egypt had handed them a 4-2 defeat during the group matches. Egypt then went on to beat Sudan 3-0 and then drew with Zambia. In the quarter finals, Egypt was able to defeat Angola 2-1 and then went on to defeat the great Ivorians by 4-1. In short, their style of play that Egypt has does not depend on how good the quality of a player is.
If you analyze most African teams properly, you will find that most of their attacks will be centered towards one powerful figure who has a name or have names in the major leagues in the world. This, most of the times, puts pressure on the stars to perform and when they don’t, all blame is given to them. But Egyptian soccer stands out from all the rest. Everyone in the team is important and their role in the team is greatly appreciated. There are no big names to watch out for (ok….may be just a few who are outstanding). The ball is not directed towards one person to perform. Everyone has to play this role. I think all African countries should borrow from Egypt’s way of soccer.
Nevertheless, some of the names to watch out for are like Amr Zaki, Mido, the ever so splendid goal keeper, El Hadary, Shawky and Ahmed Hassan (captain). Zaki and Mido are well known names in the English premier league but when they are playing for country, you can only notice them when they have the ball. Talk is not all about them but about how the team has worked. Personally, I can say that Africa’s goalkeeper of the year has to be El Hadary. He has splendid save and can make dives that are only seen in the swimming stadiums. The most capped Egyptian player who happens to be the leading scorer and one of the great veterans of Egyptian soccer is Hossam Hassan. He has played in most of the Egyptian soccer national tournaments and has won 5 titles with the national team. He is currently the manager of a local club, El-Masry.
We look forward to seeing the pharaohs do some tremendous work even against teams like Brazil, Italy and Spain. In the group stages of the Confederations Cup of 2009 , Egypt have been put together with Brazil, Italy and USA……..what a tough group!!!
Spanish National Team
English National Team
South African National Team
Brazilian National Team
Italian National Team
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This was displayed very well at the MTN African Cup of Nations of 2008 held in Ghana where in the finals; they were up against a very promising Cameroonian side. A blunder by the very experienced Rigobert Song led Egypt to raise the cup with a 1-0 win over the indomitable lions of Cameroon. In fact, these 2 teams had been drawn in the same group and Egypt had handed them a 4-2 defeat during the group matches. Egypt then went on to beat Sudan 3-0 and then drew with Zambia. In the quarter finals, Egypt was able to defeat Angola 2-1 and then went on to defeat the great Ivorians by 4-1. In short, their style of play that Egypt has does not depend on how good the quality of a player is.
If you analyze most African teams properly, you will find that most of their attacks will be centered towards one powerful figure who has a name or have names in the major leagues in the world. This, most of the times, puts pressure on the stars to perform and when they don’t, all blame is given to them. But Egyptian soccer stands out from all the rest. Everyone in the team is important and their role in the team is greatly appreciated. There are no big names to watch out for (ok….may be just a few who are outstanding). The ball is not directed towards one person to perform. Everyone has to play this role. I think all African countries should borrow from Egypt’s way of soccer.
Nevertheless, some of the names to watch out for are like Amr Zaki, Mido, the ever so splendid goal keeper, El Hadary, Shawky and Ahmed Hassan (captain). Zaki and Mido are well known names in the English premier league but when they are playing for country, you can only notice them when they have the ball. Talk is not all about them but about how the team has worked. Personally, I can say that Africa’s goalkeeper of the year has to be El Hadary. He has splendid save and can make dives that are only seen in the swimming stadiums. The most capped Egyptian player who happens to be the leading scorer and one of the great veterans of Egyptian soccer is Hossam Hassan. He has played in most of the Egyptian soccer national tournaments and has won 5 titles with the national team. He is currently the manager of a local club, El-Masry.
We look forward to seeing the pharaohs do some tremendous work even against teams like Brazil, Italy and Spain. In the group stages of the Confederations Cup of 2009 , Egypt have been put together with Brazil, Italy and USA……..what a tough group!!!
Spanish National Team
English National Team
South African National Team
Brazilian National Team
Italian National Team
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Confederations Cup 2009 – South African National Team
The South African national soccer team, also known as Bafana bafana, is the current host of both the 2009 Fifa Confederations Cup and the big event, 2010 Fifa world cup. One thing you have to understand about South African football is that it has been through many challenges, ever since the time of racism in the country. You can read more on soccer history in South Africa. But despite all the ups and downs this team has been through because of the political nature of the country, bafana bafana have been able to prove their worth and this even led the country to hosting one of the most watched and televised tournaments in the world: 2010 Fifa world cup.
One of the most surprising things about ‘the boys’, as they are also called, is that when they first hosted the 1996 African Nations Cup, they also won it in the same year!! Isn’t that great or what! Imagine the first time you host a competition and you go ahead and win it! That was quite a splendid job by the South African National Team. Something else that you might have never known about bafana bafana is that their biggest win was against Australia, in Adelaide, Australia. The score was 8-0. But this was way back in 1955. Anyway, that’s still a large score but may be the game had just been introduced because soccer (or football) was invented by the English. Their worst defeat was against the same Australia, where they were beaten 5-1. Well it seemed the Australians were out to pay back for the embarrassment they had received.
Enough about history, let’s look at some prominent players. One of them happens to be the captain and the most capped South African player, Aaron Mokoena. He plays in the backline and is currently playing in the English premier league with Blackburn Rovers. He brings to the squad a lot of experience as he started representing his country in 1999. I guess he would be happy to celebrate 10 years of representing his country in international soccer competitions by winning the Fifa Confederations Cup. Alongside him will be his Blackburn teammate and striker, Bennie McCarthy. This is one of the lethal African strikers who are in the premier league. If you give him a little room, he can do wonders! Surprisingly, he is also the current top scorer of the bafana bafana with 31 goals for his country. He will be one of the players many South Africans will be looking to deliver when things get a little tough. Another young talent that is less heard of is the Everton midfield player, Steven Pienaar. I have seen this kid play and he is so fast and has great control skills. He is able to manoeuvre round large players (as he does in the English premier league quite often). His shots are on target may at times cause the goalkeeper to be warned! His passes are also accurate and he is able to setup strikers at the right position and time. I believe with the combination of Pienaar and McCarthy and all they experience they bring from one of the most competitive leagues in the world, they would be able to carry South Africa into lifting the Fifa Confederations Cup. Some of the other players are Bradley Carnell, Morgan Gould, Lance Davids, Thulasizwe Mbuyane, Bernard Parker and many others in the squad.
So as we await for the Confederations Cup to start, we hope and pray that the host will not let their country down, now that they are hosting both the 2009 Fifa Confederations Cup and also the 2010 Fifa World Cup. They will be led by Brazilian coach, Joel Santana.
Spanish National Team
English National Team
Egyptian National Team
Brazilian National Team
Italian National Team
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One of the most surprising things about ‘the boys’, as they are also called, is that when they first hosted the 1996 African Nations Cup, they also won it in the same year!! Isn’t that great or what! Imagine the first time you host a competition and you go ahead and win it! That was quite a splendid job by the South African National Team. Something else that you might have never known about bafana bafana is that their biggest win was against Australia, in Adelaide, Australia. The score was 8-0. But this was way back in 1955. Anyway, that’s still a large score but may be the game had just been introduced because soccer (or football) was invented by the English. Their worst defeat was against the same Australia, where they were beaten 5-1. Well it seemed the Australians were out to pay back for the embarrassment they had received.
Enough about history, let’s look at some prominent players. One of them happens to be the captain and the most capped South African player, Aaron Mokoena. He plays in the backline and is currently playing in the English premier league with Blackburn Rovers. He brings to the squad a lot of experience as he started representing his country in 1999. I guess he would be happy to celebrate 10 years of representing his country in international soccer competitions by winning the Fifa Confederations Cup. Alongside him will be his Blackburn teammate and striker, Bennie McCarthy. This is one of the lethal African strikers who are in the premier league. If you give him a little room, he can do wonders! Surprisingly, he is also the current top scorer of the bafana bafana with 31 goals for his country. He will be one of the players many South Africans will be looking to deliver when things get a little tough. Another young talent that is less heard of is the Everton midfield player, Steven Pienaar. I have seen this kid play and he is so fast and has great control skills. He is able to manoeuvre round large players (as he does in the English premier league quite often). His shots are on target may at times cause the goalkeeper to be warned! His passes are also accurate and he is able to setup strikers at the right position and time. I believe with the combination of Pienaar and McCarthy and all they experience they bring from one of the most competitive leagues in the world, they would be able to carry South Africa into lifting the Fifa Confederations Cup. Some of the other players are Bradley Carnell, Morgan Gould, Lance Davids, Thulasizwe Mbuyane, Bernard Parker and many others in the squad.
So as we await for the Confederations Cup to start, we hope and pray that the host will not let their country down, now that they are hosting both the 2009 Fifa Confederations Cup and also the 2010 Fifa World Cup. They will be led by Brazilian coach, Joel Santana.
Spanish National Team
English National Team
Egyptian National Team
Brazilian National Team
Italian National Team
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Confederations Cup 2009 – Brazilian National Team
The samba boys, as they are well known as, are the current Fifa Confederations Cup holders and are currently ranked 5th according to Fifa rankings. Brazilian football is said to be one of the most creative and most exquisite football you will ever watch. A famous quote on football goes as follows “The English created it, the Brazilians perfected it. How true! These samba boys are so creative and talented that words themselves seem to be an understatement to what the do on the pitch. In every single competition or even friendly match they participate in, there has to be someone who comes out with a spout of brilliance. They are a very impressive side when it comes to ball control, speed and finishing. It has been found out that whenever Brazil is playing, no matter how much you love your team, you just hope and pray that no much humiliation will be done. Some of the things these boys do on the field can make you feel pity for your own country. They may not win, but their foot display will definitely remain in your mind for a long time. They are a force to reckon with in this confederations cup and would definitely be a team worth checking out in the Fifa world cup in South Africa. Their style of play is mixture of a lot and I mean a lot of great footwork, aided by speed and perfect finishing. Experience may not be as much but the above mentioned qualities do a perfect cover up for this.
With some of the greatest names in the world of football coming from this country, it is quite hard to put a starting 11 but let me try: Julio Cesar or Dida (in goal), Juan, Lucio, Maicon and Marcelo in defense, Robinho, Ronaldinho, Elano and Kaka in midfield and up-front, we will have Julio Baptista and Adriano. One funny thing about the Brazilian footballers is that we know most of them by one name. If many of us were to be asked their other names, we would remain staring. But that’s just a by the way! There are many other playmakers not included in this squad. Feel free to add them and you may want to comment on what they would bring to the team.
We can’t talk about Brazil and forget one of the greatest players in the world and the leading top scorer of the national team, the man Edison (Edson) Arantes do Nascimento, commonly known to you as Pele. He is one of the most renowned football greats in this world and has scored 77 goals for his country. He is the only footballer to be a part of three World Cup-winning teams. He is now currently an ambassador for football after retiring from it in 1977. He is one of the driving forces behind the Brazilian national team, a great sportsman indeed. Cafu is another great Brazilian who has 142 caps under his belt as a Brazilian right back. His strong style of player with a few tricks here and there enabled him to represent his country the most times.
Just a quick analysis on the team. Just imagine Robinho, Ronaldinho and Kaka at the heart of the mid-field with all their capabilities. It’s not fair!! They will give you a lot of leg work until you get drunk, literally!! Speaking about each of these players individually is a whole article on its own. But one thing I really have to mention is how Kaka made to Man U defenders fall on each other during a UEFA champions league qualifying match. I will never forget that…..please fill free and add more exciting and memorable moments of these players.
Brazil will be facing off with Italy, Egypt, and the USA in the Confederations cup. The current captain of the team is Lucio
Brazil is definitely a team to watch out in any competition and even friendly, including the Fifa Confederations Cup 2009. They will be led by former player, Dunga, who was one of the world cup winners in 1994. You would not like to miss this action. They will be in their famous yellow shirts and blue shorts!!
Watch out for the dancing samba boys both on and off the pitch!!!!!!
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With some of the greatest names in the world of football coming from this country, it is quite hard to put a starting 11 but let me try: Julio Cesar or Dida (in goal), Juan, Lucio, Maicon and Marcelo in defense, Robinho, Ronaldinho, Elano and Kaka in midfield and up-front, we will have Julio Baptista and Adriano. One funny thing about the Brazilian footballers is that we know most of them by one name. If many of us were to be asked their other names, we would remain staring. But that’s just a by the way! There are many other playmakers not included in this squad. Feel free to add them and you may want to comment on what they would bring to the team.
We can’t talk about Brazil and forget one of the greatest players in the world and the leading top scorer of the national team, the man Edison (Edson) Arantes do Nascimento, commonly known to you as Pele. He is one of the most renowned football greats in this world and has scored 77 goals for his country. He is the only footballer to be a part of three World Cup-winning teams. He is now currently an ambassador for football after retiring from it in 1977. He is one of the driving forces behind the Brazilian national team, a great sportsman indeed. Cafu is another great Brazilian who has 142 caps under his belt as a Brazilian right back. His strong style of player with a few tricks here and there enabled him to represent his country the most times.
Just a quick analysis on the team. Just imagine Robinho, Ronaldinho and Kaka at the heart of the mid-field with all their capabilities. It’s not fair!! They will give you a lot of leg work until you get drunk, literally!! Speaking about each of these players individually is a whole article on its own. But one thing I really have to mention is how Kaka made to Man U defenders fall on each other during a UEFA champions league qualifying match. I will never forget that…..please fill free and add more exciting and memorable moments of these players.
Brazil will be facing off with Italy, Egypt, and the USA in the Confederations cup. The current captain of the team is Lucio
Brazil is definitely a team to watch out in any competition and even friendly, including the Fifa Confederations Cup 2009. They will be led by former player, Dunga, who was one of the world cup winners in 1994. You would not like to miss this action. They will be in their famous yellow shirts and blue shorts!!
Watch out for the dancing samba boys both on and off the pitch!!!!!!
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Players to watch out for in the Confederations Cup 2009 – Part 2
As the days go by, we seem to be getting ever so close to the Fifa Confederations Cup of 2009. Soon, the UEFA Champions leagues and all the other leagues will be over and football lovers will be waiting for the next big soccer tournament for 2009. As we prepare for this, here are some players that you may want to check out:
The Brazilian national team will be fully represented at the confederations cup in South Africa. For any soccer lovers, you know how excited you get and sometimes begin to drool when the likes of Kaka, Ronaldinho, Adriano and Robinho get the ball on their feet. These are some of the players worth checking out at the Confederations Cup in 2009. The whole Brazilian squad is quite impressive from the defensive player to the attack minded strikers. Some of the big names in world soccer that will be included in this team are the likes of Julio Baptista, Elano, Lucio, Maicon and the young talents that we would like to see would be Pato, Anderson (Man Utd) and Marcelo. Trying to analyze each player on their own is a whole web page on its own but here are some key names to watch out for.
After the many rumors of being bought by Man City, Kaka has to be one of the most talented players in the soccer world today. His skill on the ball, the quick touches and the great finishes that he displays are some of the things we look forward to see in the Confederations Cup and also in the World Cup, that’s if they qualify (it’s quite obvious they have a chance of doing so). Having 2 other great soccer players in the likes of Robinho and Ronaldinho alongside him, we expect that some defenders will be doing more of dancing on the pitch rather than actual defending. Robinho is a very fast kid with great foot-work. He is able to pass between defenders and his finishing is just splendid.
What is there to say about Ronaldinho? At some point in life, we have seen one of his ever so dazzling footwork that makes you wonder whether you are watching a magic show. In a split second, he is able to make his foot and the ball move in 2 totally different directions. Whatever he does cannot be understood at first. It is when you watch the replay that you will know that your eyes are cheating you (or may be I have an eye problem myself). So as you prepare for the Confederations Cup, it be careful to watch on the Brazilian midfield: stunts and wonders may be done in a blink of an eye and you may end up missing, but thank God for replays!!
With strikers such as Baptista and Adriano, who have great touches, a lot of strength (and I mean they are really strong) and world class finishes, it would be great to see how the midfield and the striking connect. Being the current holders of the cup, they are out to defend it and I will not be surprised if they come out tops.
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The Brazilian national team will be fully represented at the confederations cup in South Africa. For any soccer lovers, you know how excited you get and sometimes begin to drool when the likes of Kaka, Ronaldinho, Adriano and Robinho get the ball on their feet. These are some of the players worth checking out at the Confederations Cup in 2009. The whole Brazilian squad is quite impressive from the defensive player to the attack minded strikers. Some of the big names in world soccer that will be included in this team are the likes of Julio Baptista, Elano, Lucio, Maicon and the young talents that we would like to see would be Pato, Anderson (Man Utd) and Marcelo. Trying to analyze each player on their own is a whole web page on its own but here are some key names to watch out for.
After the many rumors of being bought by Man City, Kaka has to be one of the most talented players in the soccer world today. His skill on the ball, the quick touches and the great finishes that he displays are some of the things we look forward to see in the Confederations Cup and also in the World Cup, that’s if they qualify (it’s quite obvious they have a chance of doing so). Having 2 other great soccer players in the likes of Robinho and Ronaldinho alongside him, we expect that some defenders will be doing more of dancing on the pitch rather than actual defending. Robinho is a very fast kid with great foot-work. He is able to pass between defenders and his finishing is just splendid.
What is there to say about Ronaldinho? At some point in life, we have seen one of his ever so dazzling footwork that makes you wonder whether you are watching a magic show. In a split second, he is able to make his foot and the ball move in 2 totally different directions. Whatever he does cannot be understood at first. It is when you watch the replay that you will know that your eyes are cheating you (or may be I have an eye problem myself). So as you prepare for the Confederations Cup, it be careful to watch on the Brazilian midfield: stunts and wonders may be done in a blink of an eye and you may end up missing, but thank God for replays!!
With strikers such as Baptista and Adriano, who have great touches, a lot of strength (and I mean they are really strong) and world class finishes, it would be great to see how the midfield and the striking connect. Being the current holders of the cup, they are out to defend it and I will not be surprised if they come out tops.
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Players to watch out for in the Confederations Cup 2009 – Part 1
This year’s Confederations Cup will be held in South Africa as a way of preparation of the big event the 2010 Fifa world cup. In this, some of the biggest name in world football will be coming to represent their continents and countries as they fight for the Confederations Cup. The cup may be of little importance but it would be worth checking out some of the players who will be involved. The teams that will participate in the 2009 Confederations cup are Italy, Spain, Brazil, South Africa, Egypt, New Zealand, Iraq and the USA. All these teams have won some major trophies from their continents apart from South Africa who are the host and Italy who are the current world cup holders.
From Italy, some of the players to watch out for are Cannavaro, De Rossi, Luca Toni, Pirlo, Del Piero and Gilardino. Cannavaro is one of the greatest central defenders in the world. After his great display in the last world cup, he has since moved to Real Madrid to strengthen the defense. He is strong and goes for the tackle carefully and make sure he gets the ball. He is also strong in the air and strikers need to be prepare to deal with him. Another Italian worth watching out for is Zambrotta, the Barcelona right back. He is very good at the full back position and at times he can go up to deliver the cross for the finish. Pirlo is another player to watch out for with his deadly free kicks and threatening crosses. De Rossi brings in creativity with the ball where he is able to hold and give accurate passes. One of my personal favourites is the mean looking Gatuzzo. I don’t know whether he will feature but I sure want to see him player. He is one of the meanest looking footballers around and his game goes with his face. Hope we will see him there.
From Spain we have Marcos Senna, Fabregas, Xavi, Iniesta, Xabi Alonso, David Villa and Fernando Torres. Senna was one of the most influential defensive midfielders in the run that led the Spanish national team to win the European Cup. His strength enables him to hold the ball and also play a defensive role at the centre of the midfield. Fabregas is ever so splendid. We all know about his killer passes, whether lobs or through passes and with someone like Fernando Torres waiting to receive the ball, you can expect a number of goals going through. The young player Arsenal player is so good that his coach, Arsene Wenger, decided to name as the captain of the team. Not a very wise decision but Wenger believed that this young boy plays like an experienced midfielder and that is true. Xabi Alonso is another player who can score goals from the midfield position. We have seen him do that before. Xavi and Iniesta play in the same club and have probably read each other and know how to work together. Upfront, we have the ever so deadly Torres. This guy can terrorize a defense of 3 and will still score. He is so fast and very creative. His finishes are perfect and he does not need many chances to put it through.
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From Italy, some of the players to watch out for are Cannavaro, De Rossi, Luca Toni, Pirlo, Del Piero and Gilardino. Cannavaro is one of the greatest central defenders in the world. After his great display in the last world cup, he has since moved to Real Madrid to strengthen the defense. He is strong and goes for the tackle carefully and make sure he gets the ball. He is also strong in the air and strikers need to be prepare to deal with him. Another Italian worth watching out for is Zambrotta, the Barcelona right back. He is very good at the full back position and at times he can go up to deliver the cross for the finish. Pirlo is another player to watch out for with his deadly free kicks and threatening crosses. De Rossi brings in creativity with the ball where he is able to hold and give accurate passes. One of my personal favourites is the mean looking Gatuzzo. I don’t know whether he will feature but I sure want to see him player. He is one of the meanest looking footballers around and his game goes with his face. Hope we will see him there.
From Spain we have Marcos Senna, Fabregas, Xavi, Iniesta, Xabi Alonso, David Villa and Fernando Torres. Senna was one of the most influential defensive midfielders in the run that led the Spanish national team to win the European Cup. His strength enables him to hold the ball and also play a defensive role at the centre of the midfield. Fabregas is ever so splendid. We all know about his killer passes, whether lobs or through passes and with someone like Fernando Torres waiting to receive the ball, you can expect a number of goals going through. The young player Arsenal player is so good that his coach, Arsene Wenger, decided to name as the captain of the team. Not a very wise decision but Wenger believed that this young boy plays like an experienced midfielder and that is true. Xabi Alonso is another player who can score goals from the midfield position. We have seen him do that before. Xavi and Iniesta play in the same club and have probably read each other and know how to work together. Upfront, we have the ever so deadly Torres. This guy can terrorize a defense of 3 and will still score. He is so fast and very creative. His finishes are perfect and he does not need many chances to put it through.
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The Theatre of Dreams becomes a Nightmare!!-Part 2
You can imagine what each manager had to tell their teams. In fact, after Benitez’s allegations that Ferguson is rude to referees and is able to get away with it, he was out to prove a point to the Man Utd fraternity that anything is possible in the premier league.
So the 2nd half started with a bit of intensity, each team looking on how they can beat the other. Man Utd were able to provide some splendid attacks. At some point, Tevez got some clear opportunities at goal but he wasted. One that he got was a through pass that he wasn’t quite able to get to and sent the ball wide at the post. Another opportunity came when he got Ronaldo gave a lob to Rooney on the touchline, and he was able to angle it towards Tevez but he was unable to reach the ball as he tumbled down with the defender.
I have to say that Man Utd played with a lot of heart and zeal believing that there was something in the offing. What Ferguson told his boys is left to your imagination. But it reached a point where he decided to opt for experience rather than the young talent he has. So he did a total overhaul of the team, putting attack minded players and opening the mid field. Out went Anderson, Carrick and Park, in came Scholes, Giggs and Berbatov. Where I was watching the match, many people had wanted Tevez to be replaced but personally, I think he tried…anyway so experience has been brought in.
No sooner had this move been done than a foul near the 18 was committed on Gerrard by Vidic. Gerrard had already out maneuvered Vidic and as he went for the ball, Vidic fell him down. This led the referee to produce a straight red card for Vidic making the game more interesting. Candidates for the free kick were Gerrard and Aurelio. Aurelio took a splendid free kick that left Van der Sar flat footed! The wall made didn’t even move a bit as the ball flew passed their heads. It was splendid free kick taken at the most unexpected time.
Score Man Utd 1 Liverpool 3.
Liverpool went on and made changes by substituting Torres and Riera for Babel and Dossena. After the send off, the game became almost one-sided as the Liverpool attacks increased. Dossena gave Babel a lovely cross which he was able to back-heel to Gerrard who shot it wide. By now, Man Utd knew there was no way of recovery but Rooney (ever so resilient) played as if they could still recover. But in the dying moments, a long lob by Reina bounced passed Oshea and met Dossena who lobbed the ball over Van der Sar, who had left the goal and was standing in ‘no man’s land’.
Final score Man Utd 1 Liverpool 4.
4 goals are too many at your home tuff, but hey, this is the English Premier League. This win for Liverpool means the race for the title is on…..
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So the 2nd half started with a bit of intensity, each team looking on how they can beat the other. Man Utd were able to provide some splendid attacks. At some point, Tevez got some clear opportunities at goal but he wasted. One that he got was a through pass that he wasn’t quite able to get to and sent the ball wide at the post. Another opportunity came when he got Ronaldo gave a lob to Rooney on the touchline, and he was able to angle it towards Tevez but he was unable to reach the ball as he tumbled down with the defender.
I have to say that Man Utd played with a lot of heart and zeal believing that there was something in the offing. What Ferguson told his boys is left to your imagination. But it reached a point where he decided to opt for experience rather than the young talent he has. So he did a total overhaul of the team, putting attack minded players and opening the mid field. Out went Anderson, Carrick and Park, in came Scholes, Giggs and Berbatov. Where I was watching the match, many people had wanted Tevez to be replaced but personally, I think he tried…anyway so experience has been brought in.
No sooner had this move been done than a foul near the 18 was committed on Gerrard by Vidic. Gerrard had already out maneuvered Vidic and as he went for the ball, Vidic fell him down. This led the referee to produce a straight red card for Vidic making the game more interesting. Candidates for the free kick were Gerrard and Aurelio. Aurelio took a splendid free kick that left Van der Sar flat footed! The wall made didn’t even move a bit as the ball flew passed their heads. It was splendid free kick taken at the most unexpected time.
Score Man Utd 1 Liverpool 3.
Liverpool went on and made changes by substituting Torres and Riera for Babel and Dossena. After the send off, the game became almost one-sided as the Liverpool attacks increased. Dossena gave Babel a lovely cross which he was able to back-heel to Gerrard who shot it wide. By now, Man Utd knew there was no way of recovery but Rooney (ever so resilient) played as if they could still recover. But in the dying moments, a long lob by Reina bounced passed Oshea and met Dossena who lobbed the ball over Van der Sar, who had left the goal and was standing in ‘no man’s land’.
Final score Man Utd 1 Liverpool 4.
4 goals are too many at your home tuff, but hey, this is the English Premier League. This win for Liverpool means the race for the title is on…..
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The Theatre of Dreams becomes a Nightmare!!-Part 1
On March 14, 2009, this statement became to anyone that is proud to be a Man Utd fan. The ‘Red devils’, as they are commonly known, received one of their worst losses at their backyard in Old Trafford, Manchester. The reds were beaten by their long time rivals, Liverpool, who also happen to wear red at their home ground at Arnfield. This was deemed to be an explosive match and this it what it actually turned out to be…very explosive on the Man Utd side.
Starting line ups
Man Utd: Van der Sar (GK), Evra, Vidic, Ferdinand, Oshea, Ji Sung Park, Carrick, Anderson, Ronaldo, Tevez and Rooney
Liverpool: Reina (GK), Aurelio, Hyppia, Skrtel, Carragher, Riera, Lucas, Mascherano, Kuyt, Gerrard and Torres
It all started when Tevez happened to give Ji Sung Park a lovely through ball in the 18 yard box leading Reina to try and get the ball and in the process, he tripped Park. Ronaldo, the usually spot kick person for Man Utd, put the ball in the far corner…score Man Utd 1 Liverpool 0.
You should have seen the heart that the Liverpool players had…they were playing as if nothing had happened and they knew the game was wide from over. Not so long after that a long lob by Fabio Aurielio found the Man Utd defense asleep (especially Nemaja Vidic). The ball bounce the first time near the centre half and went over Vidic. As he tried to follow up to try and clear the ball, El Nino (the man Torres himself), was right behind his heels and was able to outsmart the experienced defender and put an easy goal behind Van der Sar…score Man utd 1 Liverpool 1.
The game then became a little bit evened out as it drew closer to half time. Ronaldo was able to get some free kicks that seemed to disturb Reina, but the goalkeeper was more alert and was able to hold on the ball before Tevez would have pounced on it. The gam went on well for sometime but a splendid through pass from Torres made Evra commit a defensive error that led him to trip Gerrard in the 18 yard box and Liverpool were given a penalty. Who is better at spot kicks than Gerrard himself. He did deliver and was able squeeze one behind Van der Sar despite diving the wrong way. So at the half time break….score Man Utd 1 Liverpool 2
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Starting line ups
Man Utd: Van der Sar (GK), Evra, Vidic, Ferdinand, Oshea, Ji Sung Park, Carrick, Anderson, Ronaldo, Tevez and Rooney
Liverpool: Reina (GK), Aurelio, Hyppia, Skrtel, Carragher, Riera, Lucas, Mascherano, Kuyt, Gerrard and Torres
It all started when Tevez happened to give Ji Sung Park a lovely through ball in the 18 yard box leading Reina to try and get the ball and in the process, he tripped Park. Ronaldo, the usually spot kick person for Man Utd, put the ball in the far corner…score Man Utd 1 Liverpool 0.
You should have seen the heart that the Liverpool players had…they were playing as if nothing had happened and they knew the game was wide from over. Not so long after that a long lob by Fabio Aurielio found the Man Utd defense asleep (especially Nemaja Vidic). The ball bounce the first time near the centre half and went over Vidic. As he tried to follow up to try and clear the ball, El Nino (the man Torres himself), was right behind his heels and was able to outsmart the experienced defender and put an easy goal behind Van der Sar…score Man utd 1 Liverpool 1.
The game then became a little bit evened out as it drew closer to half time. Ronaldo was able to get some free kicks that seemed to disturb Reina, but the goalkeeper was more alert and was able to hold on the ball before Tevez would have pounced on it. The gam went on well for sometime but a splendid through pass from Torres made Evra commit a defensive error that led him to trip Gerrard in the 18 yard box and Liverpool were given a penalty. Who is better at spot kicks than Gerrard himself. He did deliver and was able squeeze one behind Van der Sar despite diving the wrong way. So at the half time break….score Man Utd 1 Liverpool 2
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The Theatre of Dreams becomes a Nightmare!!
On March 14, 2009, this statement became true to anyone that is proud to be a Man Utd fan. The ‘Red devils’, as they are commonly known, received one of their worst losses at their backyard in Old Trafford, Manchester. The reds were beaten by their long time rivals, Liverpool, who also happen to wear red at their home ground at Arnfield. This was deemed to be an explosive match and this it what it actually turned out to be…very explosive on the Man Utd side.
Starting line ups
Man Utd: Van der Sar (GK), Evra, Vidic, Ferdinand, Oshea, Ji Sung Park, Carrick, Anderson, Ronaldo, Tevez and Rooney
Liverpool: Reina (GK), Aurelio, Hyppia, Skrtel, Carragher, Riera, Lucas, Mascherano, Kuyt, Gerrard and Torres
It all started when Tevez happened to give Ji Sung Park a lovely through ball in the 18 yard box leading Reina to try and get the ball and in the process, he tripped Park. Ronaldo, the usually spot kick person for Man Utd, put the ball in the far corner…score Man Utd 1 Liverpool 0.
You should have seen the heart that the Liverpool players had…they were playing as if nothing had happened and they knew the game was wide from over. Not so long after that a long lob by Fabio Aurielio found the Man Utd defense asleep (especially Nemaja Vidic). The ball bounce the first time near the centre half and went over Vidic. As he tried to follow up to try and clear the ball, El Nino (the man Torres himself), was right behind his heels and was able to outsmart the experienced defender and put an easy goal behind Van der Sar…score Man utd 1 Liverpool 1.
The game then became a little bit evened out as it drew closer to half time. Ronaldo was able to get some free kicks that seemed to disturb Reina, but the goalkeeper was more alert and was able to hold on the ball before Tevez would have pounced on it. The gam went on well for sometime but a splendid through pass from Torres made Evra commit a defensive error that led him to trip Gerrard in the 18 yard box and Liverpool were given a penalty. Who is better at spot kicks than Gerrard himself. He did deliver and was able squeeze one behind Van der Sar despite diving the wrong way. So at the half time break….score Man Utd 1 Liverpool 2
You can imagine what each manager had to tell their teams. In fact, after Benitez’s allegations that Ferguson is rude to referees and is able to get away with it, he was out to prove a point to the Man Utd fraternity that anything is possible in the premier league.
So the 2nd half started with a bit of intensity, each team looking on how they can beat the other. Man Utd were able to provide some splendid attacks. At some point, Tevez got some clear opportunities at goal but he wasted. One that he got was a through pass that he wasn’t quite able to get to and sent the ball wide at the post. Another opportunity came when he got Ronaldo gave a lob to Rooney on the touchline, and he was able to angle it towards Tevez but he was unable to reach the ball as he tumbled down with the defender.
I have to say that Man Utd played with a lot of heart and zeal believing that there was something in the offing. What Ferguson told his boys is left to your imagination. But it reached a point where he decided to opt for experience rather than the young talent he has. So he did a total overhaul of the team, putting attack minded players and opening the mid field. Out went Anderson, Carrick and Park, in came Scholes, Giggs and Berbatov. Where I was watching the match, many people had wanted Tevez to be replaced but personally, I think he tried…anyway so experience has been brought in.
No sooner had this move been done than a foul near the 18 was committed on Gerrard by Vidic. Gerrard had already out maneuvered Vidic and as he went for the ball, Vidic fell him down. This led the referee to produce a straight red card for Vidic making the game more interesting. Candidates for the free kick were Gerrard and Aurelio. Aurelio took a splendid free kick that left Van der Sar flat footed! The wall made didn’t even move a bit as the ball flew passed their heads. It was splendid free kick taken at the most unexpected time.
Score Man Utd 1 Liverpool 3.
Liverpool went on and made changes by substituting Torres and Riera for Babel and Dossena. After the send off, the game became almost one-sided as the Liverpool attacks increased. Dossena gave Babel a lovely cross which he was able to back-heel to Gerrard who shot it wide. By now, Man Utd knew there was no way of recovery but Rooney (ever so resilient) played as if they could still recover. But in the dying moments, a long lob by Reina bounced passed Oshea and met Dossena who lobbed the ball over Van der Sar, who had left the goal and was standing in ‘no man’s land’.
Final score Man Utd 1 Liverpool 4.
4 goals are too many at your home tuff, but hey, this is the English Premier League. This win for Liverpool means the race for the title is on…..
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Starting line ups
Man Utd: Van der Sar (GK), Evra, Vidic, Ferdinand, Oshea, Ji Sung Park, Carrick, Anderson, Ronaldo, Tevez and Rooney
Liverpool: Reina (GK), Aurelio, Hyppia, Skrtel, Carragher, Riera, Lucas, Mascherano, Kuyt, Gerrard and Torres
It all started when Tevez happened to give Ji Sung Park a lovely through ball in the 18 yard box leading Reina to try and get the ball and in the process, he tripped Park. Ronaldo, the usually spot kick person for Man Utd, put the ball in the far corner…score Man Utd 1 Liverpool 0.
You should have seen the heart that the Liverpool players had…they were playing as if nothing had happened and they knew the game was wide from over. Not so long after that a long lob by Fabio Aurielio found the Man Utd defense asleep (especially Nemaja Vidic). The ball bounce the first time near the centre half and went over Vidic. As he tried to follow up to try and clear the ball, El Nino (the man Torres himself), was right behind his heels and was able to outsmart the experienced defender and put an easy goal behind Van der Sar…score Man utd 1 Liverpool 1.
The game then became a little bit evened out as it drew closer to half time. Ronaldo was able to get some free kicks that seemed to disturb Reina, but the goalkeeper was more alert and was able to hold on the ball before Tevez would have pounced on it. The gam went on well for sometime but a splendid through pass from Torres made Evra commit a defensive error that led him to trip Gerrard in the 18 yard box and Liverpool were given a penalty. Who is better at spot kicks than Gerrard himself. He did deliver and was able squeeze one behind Van der Sar despite diving the wrong way. So at the half time break….score Man Utd 1 Liverpool 2
You can imagine what each manager had to tell their teams. In fact, after Benitez’s allegations that Ferguson is rude to referees and is able to get away with it, he was out to prove a point to the Man Utd fraternity that anything is possible in the premier league.
So the 2nd half started with a bit of intensity, each team looking on how they can beat the other. Man Utd were able to provide some splendid attacks. At some point, Tevez got some clear opportunities at goal but he wasted. One that he got was a through pass that he wasn’t quite able to get to and sent the ball wide at the post. Another opportunity came when he got Ronaldo gave a lob to Rooney on the touchline, and he was able to angle it towards Tevez but he was unable to reach the ball as he tumbled down with the defender.
I have to say that Man Utd played with a lot of heart and zeal believing that there was something in the offing. What Ferguson told his boys is left to your imagination. But it reached a point where he decided to opt for experience rather than the young talent he has. So he did a total overhaul of the team, putting attack minded players and opening the mid field. Out went Anderson, Carrick and Park, in came Scholes, Giggs and Berbatov. Where I was watching the match, many people had wanted Tevez to be replaced but personally, I think he tried…anyway so experience has been brought in.
No sooner had this move been done than a foul near the 18 was committed on Gerrard by Vidic. Gerrard had already out maneuvered Vidic and as he went for the ball, Vidic fell him down. This led the referee to produce a straight red card for Vidic making the game more interesting. Candidates for the free kick were Gerrard and Aurelio. Aurelio took a splendid free kick that left Van der Sar flat footed! The wall made didn’t even move a bit as the ball flew passed their heads. It was splendid free kick taken at the most unexpected time.
Score Man Utd 1 Liverpool 3.
Liverpool went on and made changes by substituting Torres and Riera for Babel and Dossena. After the send off, the game became almost one-sided as the Liverpool attacks increased. Dossena gave Babel a lovely cross which he was able to back-heel to Gerrard who shot it wide. By now, Man Utd knew there was no way of recovery but Rooney (ever so resilient) played as if they could still recover. But in the dying moments, a long lob by Reina bounced passed Oshea and met Dossena who lobbed the ball over Van der Sar, who had left the goal and was standing in ‘no man’s land’.
Final score Man Utd 1 Liverpool 4.
4 goals are too many at your home tuff, but hey, this is the English Premier League. This win for Liverpool means the race for the title is on…..
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3/13/09
The English national team is not yet there!!
A brief on the English premier league is that ManU is doing major damage to premier league teams and it seems that their lead seems to be expanding. Their form of attack is awesome. After scoring one goal, it’s like a matchstick that has been lit and is looking for dynamite to explode! Sir Alex truly knows his men well. Even when stricken by injuries, he knows how to mix and match the ‘not so regulars’ in such a way they perform as the starters. He is a genius and major applauds go to him. Then why doesn’t he coach a national team, say England itself because the form in which the England national team is, it’s wanting. Just imagine Sir Alex having the greatest in English football!!!
Fabio Capello has not yet learnt how to use his players. How can you have the top mid midfielders, strikers and defenders in the world and fail to come up with a convincing result? If you put Rooney and say Owen upfront, then have Lampard and Gerrard to deliver the ball to them, on the wings will have the ever so fast Walcott and on the other flank either Joe Cole or Wright-Phillips, why shouldn’t goals enter? And why should goals enter when we have the dominant figure of Rio Ferdinand and John Terry at central back. Or could it be that the English players are more committed to club than country? Because the way they play for club is not the way they play for country.
So if Sir Alex ever decides to retire from premier league management (which is highly doubtful considering he is pursuing a quadruple), he can take over as the English manager and I believe England would do wonders in the 2010 fifa world cup in South Africa. Or why doesn’t he do as Guus Hiddink is doing, manage both country and club?? It’s a double salary and eventually double glory!!!
South African National Team
Egyptian National Team
Brazilian National Team
Italian National Team
Spanish National Team
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Fabio Capello has not yet learnt how to use his players. How can you have the top mid midfielders, strikers and defenders in the world and fail to come up with a convincing result? If you put Rooney and say Owen upfront, then have Lampard and Gerrard to deliver the ball to them, on the wings will have the ever so fast Walcott and on the other flank either Joe Cole or Wright-Phillips, why shouldn’t goals enter? And why should goals enter when we have the dominant figure of Rio Ferdinand and John Terry at central back. Or could it be that the English players are more committed to club than country? Because the way they play for club is not the way they play for country.
So if Sir Alex ever decides to retire from premier league management (which is highly doubtful considering he is pursuing a quadruple), he can take over as the English manager and I believe England would do wonders in the 2010 fifa world cup in South Africa. Or why doesn’t he do as Guus Hiddink is doing, manage both country and club?? It’s a double salary and eventually double glory!!!
South African National Team
Egyptian National Team
Brazilian National Team
Italian National Team
Spanish National Team
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Man Utd out to win 6 trophies!!!!
Sir Alex Ferguson’s side is out to win 5 trophies! He is looking to set history by being the 1st manager to bag in 5 trophies. So far, he has won the World Club Championship, the Charity shield and the League Cup. He still has his eyes set on the UEFA Champions league, the FA premier league and the FA cup. WOW!!! Those are 6 cups in one season!! This guy has to be really ambitious. So the big question is “Can Man Utd complete the biggest clean sweep in history”
Of late, he has strengthened his race for the premier league title after Liverpool slipped and with Chelsea a few points away, they can still afford to go for the win. The premier league definitely belongs to them unless they slacken. But by the form they are playing in, they are not bound lose a game any time soon. Ferguson has singled out the Champions League as his main priority. They may get it but they have to put a big fight for it. After what they did last year, Chelsea is more determined and more hungry to win a title. The rich man, Abramovich, had to bring a national soccer coach to help them in their titles chase. So far so good. He has been able to help them qualify for the Champions League quarter finals.
Enough about Chelsea. Man Utd are out to win and win big. They have the heart, the will and the players, plus a great manager. Nowadays, Ferguson has 3 established strikers in Berbatov (whose slowness can fool many), Rooney (we all know what he can do with the ball, with or without space) and Tevez (the very industrious and strong striker who plays like an attacking midfielder and has a lethal strike to add to his speed). United’s great defense owes much to the fact that most of their rivals are always trying to gain possession from them. The longer Utd have possession, their opponents have to keep looking for the ball and eventually they tire out and that is how Utd end scoring goals. Their counter attack is splendid.
What more can I say about man utd. More will come later. If you think there’s something missing in this article, feel free and comment.
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Of late, he has strengthened his race for the premier league title after Liverpool slipped and with Chelsea a few points away, they can still afford to go for the win. The premier league definitely belongs to them unless they slacken. But by the form they are playing in, they are not bound lose a game any time soon. Ferguson has singled out the Champions League as his main priority. They may get it but they have to put a big fight for it. After what they did last year, Chelsea is more determined and more hungry to win a title. The rich man, Abramovich, had to bring a national soccer coach to help them in their titles chase. So far so good. He has been able to help them qualify for the Champions League quarter finals.
Enough about Chelsea. Man Utd are out to win and win big. They have the heart, the will and the players, plus a great manager. Nowadays, Ferguson has 3 established strikers in Berbatov (whose slowness can fool many), Rooney (we all know what he can do with the ball, with or without space) and Tevez (the very industrious and strong striker who plays like an attacking midfielder and has a lethal strike to add to his speed). United’s great defense owes much to the fact that most of their rivals are always trying to gain possession from them. The longer Utd have possession, their opponents have to keep looking for the ball and eventually they tire out and that is how Utd end scoring goals. Their counter attack is splendid.
What more can I say about man utd. More will come later. If you think there’s something missing in this article, feel free and comment.
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African strikers to watch out for in the 2010 Fifa world cup in South Africa
I know that we are still in the qualifying stages of the world cup but it would be good to keep track of some important African strikers in the major leagues and watch their build up and the roles they play both in their leagues and the countries they play for.
Lets start with the BBC African player of the year 2008 and the African player of the year 2008 Emmanuel Adebayor. This is one of the most phenomenal players in Africa. He is a Togolese national. He is a strong and dominant figure, very powerful and lethal when it comes to air ball. But I have one problem with him. He needs 50 chances in order to put in one goal. Ok that’s exaggerated but its close. He is not as lethal on the ground. But I am impressed with the way that he is able place the ball round keepers and his celebration dance (together with his Arsenal name sake Emmanuel Eboue) also excites me. I believe he has the will to do more. His shot is not as powerful but he can be a really big disturbance to defences. Ade we are watching you!
Another deadly striker in front of the goal is Didier Drogba, the Ivorian striker. Ok, so the 2008-2009 season has not been his best but for sure he is lethal in front of goal. I believe at full fitness, this guy can tear down defenses single-handedly and ashame defenders. He is big, strong and very fast, a rare combination of a striker. He has a killer shot which I know all goal keepers in the FA premier league dread. Try and stop his shot and either get hurt or deflect it into the goal. This is one of the many African strikers who will be out to perform in the 2010 fifa world cup. He has led Chelsea in goal scoring under Mourinho who termed him as an “Untouchable”. If there is any manager who knew how to use Drogba, it had to be Mourinho. So Drogba, make us proud!
Samuel Etoo is another lethal striker respected the world over. This guy just needs a few touches and the ball is at the back of the net! He does not have a very dominant posture as the above strikers but he is very fast and his shot gives lightning a run for its money!! He has very quick turns and fast releases. On the counter attack, he can leave defenders miles away and when left with the goalie, its an easy job: he can either place it or give a thunderous bolt, whichever he wishes. Even with his short comings in the primera la liga on racism and media reports, his spirit does not deter him from giving his all. Go Etoo
Any other important strikers left out! Feel free and add them to this blog!
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Lets start with the BBC African player of the year 2008 and the African player of the year 2008 Emmanuel Adebayor. This is one of the most phenomenal players in Africa. He is a Togolese national. He is a strong and dominant figure, very powerful and lethal when it comes to air ball. But I have one problem with him. He needs 50 chances in order to put in one goal. Ok that’s exaggerated but its close. He is not as lethal on the ground. But I am impressed with the way that he is able place the ball round keepers and his celebration dance (together with his Arsenal name sake Emmanuel Eboue) also excites me. I believe he has the will to do more. His shot is not as powerful but he can be a really big disturbance to defences. Ade we are watching you!
Another deadly striker in front of the goal is Didier Drogba, the Ivorian striker. Ok, so the 2008-2009 season has not been his best but for sure he is lethal in front of goal. I believe at full fitness, this guy can tear down defenses single-handedly and ashame defenders. He is big, strong and very fast, a rare combination of a striker. He has a killer shot which I know all goal keepers in the FA premier league dread. Try and stop his shot and either get hurt or deflect it into the goal. This is one of the many African strikers who will be out to perform in the 2010 fifa world cup. He has led Chelsea in goal scoring under Mourinho who termed him as an “Untouchable”. If there is any manager who knew how to use Drogba, it had to be Mourinho. So Drogba, make us proud!
Samuel Etoo is another lethal striker respected the world over. This guy just needs a few touches and the ball is at the back of the net! He does not have a very dominant posture as the above strikers but he is very fast and his shot gives lightning a run for its money!! He has very quick turns and fast releases. On the counter attack, he can leave defenders miles away and when left with the goalie, its an easy job: he can either place it or give a thunderous bolt, whichever he wishes. Even with his short comings in the primera la liga on racism and media reports, his spirit does not deter him from giving his all. Go Etoo
Any other important strikers left out! Feel free and add them to this blog!
Get your African National Soccer Team Jersey
Didier Drogba's Jersey
Adebayor's Soccer Shirt
Obafemi Martins Jersey
El Hadji Diouf's soccer T-Shirt
Michael Essien's Jersey
Samuel Etoo merchandise
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Fifa Confederations Cup comes to Africa!!
Africa, for a long while now, has bee deemed to be “dark continent”. Yet in a few months time, one of the greatest soccer tournaments will be done in one of the countries of th e so called “dark continent”. I am talking about the Fifa Confederations Cup that will be held in South Africa as a prelude to the main event which will also be held in South Africa: the 2010 Fifa World Cup. The people of Africa are great, especially with their unity in diversity. Their culture is splendid. Most people perceive the Africans as being backward due to their culture (especially their skin clothing) but in contrast, they the most intellectual people in this world. So lets leave that and focus on the confederations cup.
Finally, the great names in world class football will be in this great continent. The likes of Kaka, Torres, Fabregas, Canavaro, Xavi, Raul, Gatuzzo, Ike Casillas to mention but a few, will be coming to Africa. Let us not forget the African bred footballers: the likes of Bennie McCarthy, Aaron Mokoena, Steven Piennar, Egyptian goalkeeper El-Hadary, Shawky and Amr Zaki. Teams that will make up the Confederations Cup this year are South Africa (host nation), Egypt (winners of 2008 African cup of nations), Italy (current world cup winners), Brazil (Copa America winners), Iraq (AFC Asian cup winners), Spain (current Euro cup winners), New Zealand (OFC Nations cup winners) and USA (CONCACAF Gold cup winners).
So there is much to be expected. The stadiums are in top gear preparation. Roads are being re-carpeted, hotels are being constructed and upgraded plus many other things in preparing the world for the most watched and televised international event.
The question then is are you ready for this? Start saving up early! With the economic melt down going on you had better begin doing something early enough if you have to enjoy this phenomenal experience. You do not want to miss this.
Over the next few months as a build up to the great occasion, we will analyze various players and their progress in the individual leagues, what to expect from them their expectations and their role in their national teams. We will also look at the world cup qualifiers games as they happen.
You are encouraged to live a comment about your most preferred team to win and why you think they’ll. Feel free and express yourself as you will. This is your chance for your voice to be heard by 10 millions other people around the world. This is your site!
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Finally, the great names in world class football will be in this great continent. The likes of Kaka, Torres, Fabregas, Canavaro, Xavi, Raul, Gatuzzo, Ike Casillas to mention but a few, will be coming to Africa. Let us not forget the African bred footballers: the likes of Bennie McCarthy, Aaron Mokoena, Steven Piennar, Egyptian goalkeeper El-Hadary, Shawky and Amr Zaki. Teams that will make up the Confederations Cup this year are South Africa (host nation), Egypt (winners of 2008 African cup of nations), Italy (current world cup winners), Brazil (Copa America winners), Iraq (AFC Asian cup winners), Spain (current Euro cup winners), New Zealand (OFC Nations cup winners) and USA (CONCACAF Gold cup winners).
So there is much to be expected. The stadiums are in top gear preparation. Roads are being re-carpeted, hotels are being constructed and upgraded plus many other things in preparing the world for the most watched and televised international event.
The question then is are you ready for this? Start saving up early! With the economic melt down going on you had better begin doing something early enough if you have to enjoy this phenomenal experience. You do not want to miss this.
Over the next few months as a build up to the great occasion, we will analyze various players and their progress in the individual leagues, what to expect from them their expectations and their role in their national teams. We will also look at the world cup qualifiers games as they happen.
You are encouraged to live a comment about your most preferred team to win and why you think they’ll. Feel free and express yourself as you will. This is your chance for your voice to be heard by 10 millions other people around the world. This is your site!
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3/8/09
Confederations Cup 2009 – Spanish National Team
Spain is the current European Championship Cup holders. According to Fifa rankings, they have been ranked as the best national soccer team in the world!! Wow! Isn’t that great or what!! They truly deserve it. After watching them in the Euro cup, it would be good to note that this team could be out even to win the Fifa world cup in South Africa. There style of play is mixed: they have both fresh talent that blends in with experience and this is what led them to raise the European trophy.
Some of the key names to watch out for are Torres, Guiza, David Villa, David Silva, Fabregas, Iniesta, Xavi, Xabi Alonso, Marco Senna, Gerard Pigue, Sergio Ramos, Ike Casillas and many others. Personally, I believe the Spaniards strength lies in the mid-field. With creative passes from Fabregas and Iniesta and the fierce conversion of the lethal striker Torres, Spain are bound to do wonders in this confederations cup. As observed in the Euro Cup, Marcos Senna was splendid in the role of defensive mid and whenever Cesc Fabregas was brought in, the game changed, passes flowed easily. I can remember him being involved in a number of goals scored. He is a young talent who is currently captaining one of the greatest premier leagues sides.
One of the greatest all time Spaniards is the man himself, Raul Gonzalez. He is Spain’s all time goal scorer with 44 goals under his belt. Isn’t this ma something or what? He started his career at a very early age and as we speak (he is currently in his 30s) he still terrorizes many defenses and has a lethal finish. I think Torres has taken over his role at striking as he has pace and great ball control. He can go head-on towards 2 defenders, leave them and produce a splendid finish. Having the help of David Villa and David Silva, who also have great ball control and deadly shooting skills, will help Torres upfront, not forgetting the ever so skillful through ball produce by Fabregas, Iniesta and Alonso.
So watch out for Spain in the Fifa Confederations Cup 2009. They will be led by Vicente Del Bosque, a well experienced coach. You would not like to miss this action. They will be in their famous red shirts and black shorts!! They are nicknamed La Furia Roja meaning ‘ The Red Fury’!!!
English National Team
South African National Team
Egyptian National Team
Brazilian National Team
Italian National Team
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Some of the key names to watch out for are Torres, Guiza, David Villa, David Silva, Fabregas, Iniesta, Xavi, Xabi Alonso, Marco Senna, Gerard Pigue, Sergio Ramos, Ike Casillas and many others. Personally, I believe the Spaniards strength lies in the mid-field. With creative passes from Fabregas and Iniesta and the fierce conversion of the lethal striker Torres, Spain are bound to do wonders in this confederations cup. As observed in the Euro Cup, Marcos Senna was splendid in the role of defensive mid and whenever Cesc Fabregas was brought in, the game changed, passes flowed easily. I can remember him being involved in a number of goals scored. He is a young talent who is currently captaining one of the greatest premier leagues sides.
One of the greatest all time Spaniards is the man himself, Raul Gonzalez. He is Spain’s all time goal scorer with 44 goals under his belt. Isn’t this ma something or what? He started his career at a very early age and as we speak (he is currently in his 30s) he still terrorizes many defenses and has a lethal finish. I think Torres has taken over his role at striking as he has pace and great ball control. He can go head-on towards 2 defenders, leave them and produce a splendid finish. Having the help of David Villa and David Silva, who also have great ball control and deadly shooting skills, will help Torres upfront, not forgetting the ever so skillful through ball produce by Fabregas, Iniesta and Alonso.
So watch out for Spain in the Fifa Confederations Cup 2009. They will be led by Vicente Del Bosque, a well experienced coach. You would not like to miss this action. They will be in their famous red shirts and black shorts!! They are nicknamed La Furia Roja meaning ‘ The Red Fury’!!!
English National Team
South African National Team
Egyptian National Team
Brazilian National Team
Italian National Team
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Fifa Confederations Cup 2009
The Fifa Confederations Cup is drawing in near and there is no better place for it to be held than in the beautiful continent of Africa. So, are you ready for this???
The 8 greatest national soccer teams arrive in South Africa in June as preparation of the main event to be held in 2010 – Fifa world cup in South Africa. The eight so called “mighty” teams are South Africa (host nation), Egypt (winners of 2008 African cup of nations), Italy (current world cup winners), Brazil (Copa America winners), Iraq (AFC Asian cup winners), Spain (current Euro cup winners), New Zealand (OFC Nations cup winners) and USA (CONCACAF Gold cup winners).
All this and more all getting down in Africa!! Then check this out: Group A has South Africa, Iraq, New Zealand and Spain!! Well this group doesn’t look as bad. It’s still a tricky one to call but my money is on Spain and definitely South Africa to go into the next round!! But that’s just my call…Who will make it? Who will not?? Please feel free and leave a comment on the team you bet will win this group. Group B could be referred to as the group of “death’ with Brazil, Egypt and Italy. As you may know, Brazil has beat Italy in the world cup before, Italy is the current world cup holder and Egypt are the current African Cup of Nations holders. This is a group what checking out. My money is on Italy and Brazil but yet again you can have your say.
Wait a minute!! There’s something worth checking here: the United States and Iraq are in different groups. It would have been wonderful if they were both in the same group. It would have most probably enhanced peace within their countries…..it’s just a thought. With all the fights that have been going on between these 2 countries, we hope and pray that during this competition, they will initiate peace and hopefully that will follow in their respectful countries.
So, brace yourself for the most explosive (hope no bombs will be thrown especially between the US and Iraq) and exciting ever Fifa Confederations Cup in 2009. Book your ticket early and get your shirts ready as you support the team of your choice.
Are you planning to go to South Africa for the world cup? Will you make a stop over in Kenya? Will you need to hire a car?
If you will, click here to book the vehicle. The vehicle can carry up to 8 passengers.
The 8 greatest national soccer teams arrive in South Africa in June as preparation of the main event to be held in 2010 – Fifa world cup in South Africa. The eight so called “mighty” teams are South Africa (host nation), Egypt (winners of 2008 African cup of nations), Italy (current world cup winners), Brazil (Copa America winners), Iraq (AFC Asian cup winners), Spain (current Euro cup winners), New Zealand (OFC Nations cup winners) and USA (CONCACAF Gold cup winners).
All this and more all getting down in Africa!! Then check this out: Group A has South Africa, Iraq, New Zealand and Spain!! Well this group doesn’t look as bad. It’s still a tricky one to call but my money is on Spain and definitely South Africa to go into the next round!! But that’s just my call…Who will make it? Who will not?? Please feel free and leave a comment on the team you bet will win this group. Group B could be referred to as the group of “death’ with Brazil, Egypt and Italy. As you may know, Brazil has beat Italy in the world cup before, Italy is the current world cup holder and Egypt are the current African Cup of Nations holders. This is a group what checking out. My money is on Italy and Brazil but yet again you can have your say.
Wait a minute!! There’s something worth checking here: the United States and Iraq are in different groups. It would have been wonderful if they were both in the same group. It would have most probably enhanced peace within their countries…..it’s just a thought. With all the fights that have been going on between these 2 countries, we hope and pray that during this competition, they will initiate peace and hopefully that will follow in their respectful countries.
So, brace yourself for the most explosive (hope no bombs will be thrown especially between the US and Iraq) and exciting ever Fifa Confederations Cup in 2009. Book your ticket early and get your shirts ready as you support the team of your choice.
Are you planning to go to South Africa for the world cup? Will you make a stop over in Kenya? Will you need to hire a car?
If you will, click here to book the vehicle. The vehicle can carry up to 8 passengers.
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