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/ 3992 days agoNew book reveals more insight into Van Gaal's coaching philosophy
Much has been made this season about Louis van Gaal's managerial style and coaching strategy at Manchester United. Now, a new book published in Holland by Dutch author Mike van Damme details the story of Ajax's 1995 Champions League winning side and provides more insight into Van Gaal's techniques. The '1995' book chronicles the season that saw […]
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/ 3992 days agoJuventus' achievements the result of collective effort, says Carlos Tevez
Juventus striker Carlos Tevez says his team's achievements are the result of the collective effort of everyone involved at the legendary Italian club. Despite being one of Europe's top teams in recent years, many experts consider Juventus underdogs heading into today's Champions League semi-final first leg against Real Madrid. Fans and pundits seem to take little notice of the […]
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/ 3992 days agoPep Guardiola’s knowledge of Barcelona will not prove decisive
Barcelona manager Luis Enrique does not believe Pep Guardiola's first-hand knowledge of Barca's players will be a major factor over the two legs of their Champions League semi-final against Bayern Munich. On Monday, Bayern forward Thomas Müller said Guardiola "knows Barcelona better than anyone" and hinted the manager would provide the German champions with "the recipe" to defeat […]
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/ 3992 days agoMüller believes Pep Guardiola’s knowledge of Barcelona is vital
Bayern Munich forward Thomas Müller believes Pep Guardiola's first-hand knowledge of Barcelona will prove vital during the German club's Champions League semi-final encounter with the La Liga giants. Müller and his teammates are preparing for a trip to the Camp Nou on Wednesday and are fully aware of the massive effort it will take to get a […]
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/ 3993 days agoJuventus fear no one and are targeting the treble, says Fernando Llorente
Juventus striker Fernando Llorente says his team fears nobody and are targeting the treble after securing their fourth consecutive Serie A title. Despite being one of Europe's top teams in recent years, many experts consider Juventus underdogs heading into Tuesday's Champions League semi-final first leg against Real Madrid. The most recent meeting between the two […]
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/ 3993 days agoBenzema not included in Real Madrid squad against Juventus
Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has not been included in the squad, which travels to Turin to take on Juventus tomorrow. Benzema has missed the club's last five matches due to a strained ligament in his right knee. The Frenchman resumed training on Sunday morning with his teammates but manager Carlo Ancelotti has decided not to rush […]
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/ 3993 days agoDavid de Gea to sign extension with Manchester United until June 2017, says report
Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea is set to snub interest from Real Madrid and sign a two-year deal which will see him remain at Old Trafford until June 2017. According to the British tabloid the Sun, the 24-year-old will agree a deal that will earn him in the region of £20 million, which will see the […]
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/ 3993 days agoRobert Lewandowski pronounces himself ready to face Barcelona on Wednesday
Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski has pronounced himself "ready" to face for the first leg of the Champions League semi-finals against Barcelona on Wednesday The early diagnosis for Lewandowski wasn't good after the Poland international suffered a concussion and facial fractures during the Bavarian's DFK Pokal semi-final defeat to Borussia Dortmund last week. The initial belief was […]
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/ 3994 days agoIker Casillas brushes off criticism after earning milestone victory
Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas stopped a late-game penalty and made several key saves during his side's 3-2 victory over Sevilla on Saturday. With the win, Casillas equaled legendary shot stopper Andoni Zubizarreta's record for La Liga victories. Despite continuing to show world class qualities, Casillas has received criticism from a section of supporters who want to see […]
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/ 3995 days agoQPR defender Rio Ferdinand's wife Rebecca Ellison dies from cancer
The wife of Queens Park Rangers defender Rio Ferdinand has died from cancer. Rebecca Ellison, who married Ferdinand in 2009, had breast cancer. She leaves behind three children, Lorenz, Tate and and Tia; ages nine, six and four. The former Manchester United and England international defender released a statement saying his wife had "passed away […]
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/ 3995 days agoThe head of Spain's sports council hails landmark La Liga TV rights deal
The head of Spain's sports council Miguel Cardenal has hailed the new legislation which will bring Spanish soccer in line with how the Premier League and Serie A are marketed globally. Late yesterday, Spanish lawmakers passed legislation governing the sale of television rights to broadcast matches and the distribution of the income. Previously, big clubs – such […]
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/ 3995 days agoSevilla manager Unai Emery believes his team wants to do something memorable
Sevilla manager Unai Emery believes his side wants to do something memorable this season, but refuses to call his team the "favorites" heading into tomorrow's match against Real Madrid. Los Rojiblancos are currently level on points with fourth place Valencia in La Liga. However, if the season were to end today, Sevilla would miss out […]
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/ 3995 days agoRobert Lewandowski could be cleared to face Barcelona next week
The early diagnosis of Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski wasn't good after the Polish footballer suffered a concussion and facial fractures during the Bavarian's DFK Pokal semi-final defeat to Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday. The initial belief was Lewandowski would not be named to the squad for their Champions League semi-final against Barcelona. However, on Wednesday, the club's CEO […]
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/ 3996 days agoCarlo Ancelotti heaps praise on Sergio Ramos ahead of Sevilla clash
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti believes Sergio Ramos is the most complete defender he has ever seen. The Spain international began his career at the club in 2005 and has widely been considered one of the best centre-backs in the world. The 29-year-old has also showcased his versatility by making spot-starts in the midfield – most recently […]
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/ 3996 days agoWayne Rooney fit to face West Brom after injury scare; Carrick remains sidelined
Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has confirmed Wayne Rooney is fit to face West Brom on Saturday. There had been serious concern around Old Trafford that Rooney had suffered a season-ending injury against Everton last Sunday. Initial tests on his knee were inconclusive, and Rooney was deemed fit enough to travel to London for the PFA Player of […]