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15:46 12 Mar 2010 |
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guardian.co.uk |
| The Fiver | Golden Brown | Writer and Writer |
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Want the Fiver delivered direct to your inbox every weekday at 5pm(ish)? Then sign up today and forward it to your friendsPEACENIKS IN OUR TIMEMonday 8 March, 10.45am. About 100 women are gathering at the Humber Bridge car park for a rally jointly organised by the Women's Institute and Women for Women International to mark International Women's Day. Their Join Me On The Bridge campaign is designed to "say no to war and yes to peace and development", and has received support from the likes of Annie Lennox and Cherie Lunghi.Just a group of peace-loving, jam-making people, gathering together in celebration of a common cause, a celebration of peace and humanity. A celebration disrupted, shortly before the march began, when Jimmy Bullard and Nick Barmby started fighting nearby."Barmby had a go at Bullard, calling him lazy," an onlooker told the Sun."Bullard rolled up his sleeves and said 'Let's have it out then.'"The onlooker also said "it was all quite nasty", and revealed[...] |
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15:38 12 Mar 2010 |
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bleacherreport.com |
| Did Cristiano Ronaldo Really Mean To Despise Lionel Messi? |
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Cristiano Ronaldo recently named Ricardo Kaka, Wayne Rooney, and Didier Drogba as the world’s best football players, leaving out Lionel Messi from his list.This might be regarded as a "dead" and "insignificant" news by many football fans , but deep inside the truth, the hidden story behind this report is unimaginably greater than one could ever think.The Real Madrid player clearly made his choice while talking to Corriere dello Sport by saying:“Kaka, Rooney and Drogba are the best players in the world.”Quite a strange opinion there, don’t you think? Despite the fact that Wayne Rooney and Didier Drogba have been making the headlines in the English Premier League and the Champions League by scoring outstanding goals, Lionel Messi is still undoubtedly one of the world’s most impressive players, if not the best player.Speaking of Cristiano Ronaldo’s team mate Ricardo Kaka , one might wonder how the Brazilian player entered in Ronaldo’s list of best[...] |
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15:37 12 Mar 2010 |
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setanta.com |
| Toon receive double injury boost |
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Enrique was withdrawn as a precautionary measure during last week's 6-1 victory over Barnsley having felt a tightness in his hamstring just half an hour in to his return from a seven-game lay-off with the same problem. Routledge could return from the calf injury that has seen him miss the last three games, but Smith hasn't been as lucky with his ankle problem and will miss the trip to Teesside. Peter Lovenkrands, Fabricio Coloccini and Jonas Gutierrez all look set to continue in their roles as manager Chris Hughton looks for his side to carry on their recent fine form. "We have got a lot of players in good form at the moment. A few of the lads are probably enjoying their best spell of the season and that is very pleasing," Hughton. "Yes, we are fortunate to have a few of the lads really at the top of their game right now, but we are going to need every player between now and the end of the season if we are going to achieve our goal of promotion." |
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14:46 12 Mar 2010 |
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bleacherreport.com |
| Man Utd and Arsenal Are Buying a Goalkeeper, but Who's Available? |
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Last summer, it was all about Real Madrid’s Galacticos and Man City’s quest to spend as much money as humanly possible. This year, it looks set to be the Summer of the Goalkeeper.Manchester United, Arsenal, and Bayern Munich are definitely in the market. Chelsea are said to be sniffing around and Barcelona have been thinking about upgrading on Valdes for a while now.With all these big hitters searching for a new man between the sticks, prices are bound to be driven up as top quality ‘keepers become a collector’s item. But who is available, and who is likely to make the moves to the highest-pressure jobs in football? Hugo Lloris (23, Lyon)The current Ligue 1 Goalkeeper of the Year, Lloris is highly sought after in European football.He is France’s number one and has had considerable exposure in international press following his displays for France against Republic of Ireland in the World Cup.With superb reflexes and a considerable reach, Lloris is[...] |
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14:23 12 Mar 2010 |
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bleacherreport.com |
| Which is the best league in the world? |
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Which league is the best in the world? An impossible question possibly but one that deserves some sort of answer. There are a few ways to judge a league but I will refrain from just judging the top teams and look more at the league as a whole. English Premier LeagueThis is the biggest league internationally. It has a long history and heritage which no other can match. It is an exciting league with speed and strength highly valued. The beauty in the EPL is that all teams are capable of beating each other which leaves the excitement in the game.The Big 4 have largely dominated the league, however this season has seen the end of that leaving the league widely open for that last Champions League spot. The English teams in recent years have dominated the Champions League usually being well represented in the latter stages. La LigaThe beautiful game at its best! Well it certainly is good to watch with entertainment seen to be as important as results. It is also host to the biggest names[...] |
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14:23 12 Mar 2010 |
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guardian.co.uk |
| Why would anyone buy Rangers? |
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Given Scottish football's loss of a Champions League place and financial troubles, Rangers do not look like a profitable enterprise for Andrew Ellis or anyone to invest inTime will tell if Andrew Ellis is simply a pacemaker, in the old long-distance running sense, or a genuine contender. Either way, Rangers supporters can take heart from some form of race to control their club being finally underway.David Murray's need to separate Rangers from his business, Murray International Holdings, has been plain for 18 months. His willingness to let the Ibrox club change hands was apparent long before that, which made the fact nobody appeared even close to launching a formal bid for the tycoon's 92% stake a rather worrying factor for anyone with the good interests of the club at heart.This week's confirmation that Ellis may well move this impasse on has been treated as much with suspicion as optimism, probably with good reason. Sensibly, one of the early story leaks suggested one of[...] |
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14:23 12 Mar 2010 |
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setanta.com |
| Trio ruled out West Brom trip |
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Evatt is still struggling with an ankle injury having not played for the Seasiders since the disappointing 1-0 defeat at Barnsley two weeks ago. Crainey will also miss out on the trip to the Hawthorns with a knee injury while Bouazza is still struggling to shake off the groin injury he picked up while on international duty at the Africa Cup of Nations. Blackpool boss Ian Holloway has no other major injury concerns ahead of Saturday's games with the Seasiders looking for the win that could lift them off into a play-off spot. |
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13:54 12 Mar 2010 |
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guardian.co.uk |
| Rangers hoping Ellis consortium is real deal – but why bid for Gers? | Ewan Murray |
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Given Scottish football's loss of a Champions League place and financial troubles, Rangers do not look like a profitable enterprise for Andrew Ellis or anyone to invest inTime will tell if Andrew Ellis is simply a pacemaker, in the old long-distance running sense, or a genuine contender. Either way, Rangers supporters can take heart from some form of race to control their club being finally underway.David Murray's need to separate Rangers from his business, Murray International Holdings, has been plain for 18 months. His willingness to let the Ibrox club change hands was apparent long before that, which made the fact nobody appeared even close to launching a formal bid for the tycoon's 92% stake a rather worrying factor for anyone with the good interests of the club at heart.This week's confirmation that Ellis may well move this impasse on has been treated as much with suspicion as optimism, probably with good reason. Sensibly, one of the early story leaks suggested one of[...] |
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13:30 12 Mar 2010 |
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setanta.com |
| Martin loaned out again |
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Captain Robbie Savage was forced to play in goal at Reading on Wednesday night after first-choice Stephen Bywater was forced off with a back injury and his replacement Saul Deeney was then sent off. Martin is expected to go straight into the Rams side while academy keeper James Severn could be on the bench if Bywater doesn't recover. The former England Youth international has not made a first-team appearance for Liverpool but has had loan spells at Accrington Stanley, Leicester City, Tranmere Rovers and Leeds United. He started as a trainee at MK Dons and is the son of former West Ham United and England defender Alvin Martin. |
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13:09 12 Mar 2010 |
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Soccerway.com |
| Press blames Higuain, Kaka for Real Euro exit |
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Spanish media on Friday accused Real Madrid striker Gonzalo Higuain of being too individualistic and Kaka of being out of form, two days after the Spain club were eliminated from the Champions League. |
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13:09 12 Mar 2010 |
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Skysports.com |
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12:54 12 Mar 2010 |
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football.co.uk |
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12:54 12 Mar 2010 |
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football.co.uk |
| Gunners getting the best out of Eboue |
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The versatile Ivory Coast international, 26, came off the bench to net a fine goal in the midweek 5-0 thrashing of Porto as a rampant Arsenal booked their place in the quarter-finals of the Champions League.. . |
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12:31 12 Mar 2010 |
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guardian.co.uk |
| Robinho stresses desire to stay at Santos |
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• Striker eager to secure deal to remain in Brazil• Santos move 'was the right choice'Robinho has reiterated his desire to extend his loan stay at Santos and hopes talks have already been initiated Manchester City. Robinho returned to Santos in January, signing a six-month loan deal that is set to expire on 4 August. The 26-year-old, who spent the first three seasons of his career at Santos, has been in impressive form and having notched up five goals in eight matches puts his refound goalscoring prowess down to his happiness."It was the right choice," said Robinho. "I'm good physically and mentally. I hope to continue like this until the end of my spell at Santos."Where I have to be happiest is within the four lines of the pitch, and this is happening. I intend to continue for long. I hope that the board is already addressing this issue. You just have to look at my face to see my desire to stay at the club."SantosManchester CityRobinhoguardian.co.uk © Guardian News &[...] |
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12:09 12 Mar 2010 |
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setanta.com |
| Laws set to welcome back key striker |
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The Clarets earned their first point in the last five games with a 1-1 draw against Stoke in midweek and punters looking to use their free bet will no doubt have taken note that the manager is hopeful of welcoming the club's top scorer back as they bid to avoid the drop. Fletcher has missed the last two games after breaking his hand while on international duty with Scotland, but Laws insists he has a "great chance" of playing against Mick McCarthy's men at Turf Moor after coming through training without any problems. "Fletcher still has a great chance," Laws said. "He just missed out on Wednesday (against Stoke), but another couple of days under his belt on the training ground might give him a great chance for Saturday, for sure. "He's a great player for us and we're better for him in it (the team) than out of it. "If you do have someone who can score goals for you he is a key member of your team, like Fletcher." Burnley are level on points with Wolves but remain in[...] |
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12:08 12 Mar 2010 |
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SoccerNews.com |
| Happy Robinho wants to stay at Santos |
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(GSM) – Robinho has stressed his desire to extend his loan stay at Santos and hopes talks have already been initiated with Manchester City.Robinho returned to Santos in January signing a six-month loan deal that is set to expire on… |
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11:54 12 Mar 2010 |
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football.co.uk |
| Fabregas always wanted to figure |
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The Spain midfielder missed the 5-0 Champions League victory over Porto in midweek following a recurrence of a hamstring problem and looks set to miss out against Hull in the Premier League on Saturday.. . |
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11:54 12 Mar 2010 |
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football.co.uk |
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11:45 12 Mar 2010 |
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guardian.co.uk |
| Cesc Fábregas keen to play on for Arsenal despite injury worries |
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• Cesc Fábregas unwilling to be rested in run-in • Midfielder set to miss match against Hull CityArsenal's captain, Cesc Fábregas, insists there is no chance of him asking Arsène Wenger to rest him in order to guard against further injury problems.The Spain midfielder missed the 5-0 Champions League victory over Porto in midweek following a recurrence of a hamstring problem and looks set to miss out against Hull City in the Premier League tomorrow.Fábregas is convinced the injury is something that occurs after a concentrated run of games rather than because of any particular tweaks or strains, but does not want Wenger to cut back his playing time as Arsenal compete for honours at home and in Europe.He told Arsenal TV Online: "I never [ask to be rested]. I love playing football, I was feeling good [when the injury happened against Burnley] and you never know when that is going to happen. As long as you are feeling good you just want to play.[...] |
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11:37 12 Mar 2010 |
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setanta.com |
| Robinho happy to commit to Santos |
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The 26-year-old started his career at the famous Brazilian club and made his return in January after a disappointing start to the Premier League campaign. The former Real Madrid forward has enjoyed life back in his homeland, scoring five goals in eight matches, and is keen to extend his stay at the club beyond August 4 - when his initial loan deal expires. "It was the right choice," said Robinho. "I'm good physically and mentally. "I hope to continue like this until the end of my spell at Santos. "Where I have to be happiest is within the four lines of the pitch, and this is happening. "I intend to continue for long. I hope that the board is already addressing this issue. "You just have to look at my face to see my desire to stay at the club." Robinho's situation may, of course, benefit City in the race to sign Santos' rising star, Neymar, who has also been attracting the attentions of Chelsea and Manchester United. The 18-year-old's agent, Augusto Frederico Pena, has revealed the[...] |
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11:37 12 Mar 2010 |
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Skysports.com |
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11:37 12 Mar 2010 |
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football365.co.za |
| Robinho wants Santos stay |
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Manchester City forward Robinho has reiterated his desire to prolong his stay at loan club Santos." |
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11:37 12 Mar 2010 |
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Daily Mail |
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11:30 12 Mar 2010 |
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tribalfootball.com |
| Man City winger Robinho: Santos move was right decision |
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Manchester City winger Robinho says his move to Santos on-loan has revived his career. Robinho has scored five goals in eight matches and puts his re-found goalscoring prowess down to his happiness. ''It was the right choice,'' said Robinho. ''I'm good physically and mentally. I hope to continue like this until the end of my spell at Santos. Where I have to be happiest is within the four lines of the pitch, and this is happening. ''I intend to continue for long. I hope that the board is already addressing this issue. You just have to look at my face to see my desire to stay at the club.'' Robinho has instructed City to take out another 12-month lease on his house in Manchester, suggesting he still intends to return to England next season. |
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11:30 12 Mar 2010 |
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tribalfootball.com |
| Man Utd striker Welbeck facing knee surgery |
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Manchester United striker Danny Welbeck has suffered a knee injury in training at Preston North End. The striker, who has missed the last three North End games and the England Under-21 international recently, was hoping to return to action at the weekend. However, he has broken down in training and could face an operation. "Hopefully if the scan shows on Monday that there's no operation needed then there's a possibility he will come back," explained Preston boss Darren Ferguson. "But I'm not overly optimistic about it." |
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11:30 12 Mar 2010 |
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football365.co.za |
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11:23 12 Mar 2010 |
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guardian.co.uk |
| Today in Sport – live! |
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Discuss the day's big issues as they happen, send us your favourite links and follow us on Twitter12.05pm: In 2009 F1 and rugby union went head-to-head foe the title of Most Shambolic Sport of the Year, what with 'Liegate' (the dullest title of all the -gates) and 'Fakebloodgate'. F1 has stolen a march in 2010, with 'Rearwinggate'. Renault have hit out at McLaren's new wing design:"They have driven a cart horse through the spirit of the rules and regulations. They have opened up another arms race, it's going to cost everybody a lot of money."So reckons the rather wonderfully named Bob Bell (Bobble to his friends). It seems a fairly dry, technical debate, full of phrases like "piston in the strut", but boils down to whether a driver is considered part of the car. The debate seems likely to rumble on for a while yet. JA11.42am: Robinho has reiterated his desire to extend his stay at Santos, saying: "You just have to look at my face to[...] |
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11:23 12 Mar 2010 |
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clubcall.com |
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11:16 12 Mar 2010 |
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Independent.ie |
| Robinho hopes to stay at Santos |
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Manchester City forward Robinho has reiterated his desire to extend his loan stay at Santos and hopes talks have already been initiated with the Barclays Premier League club. |
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11:16 12 Mar 2010 |
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