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/ 6307 days agoHow Manchester United Are Outliers
To be one of the top footballers, it takes more than just skill. As peculiar as it may sound, it also makes a difference when you're born. Take, for example, the eleven Manchester United players who started against Chelsea on January 11, 2009: Edwin van der Sar, Gary Neville, Nemanja Vidic, Jonny Evans, Patrice Evra, […]
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/ 6308 days agoWeekend FA Cup Schedule For US and UK TV Viewers
The TV schedule has been announced for this weekend's FA Cup matches for both the USA and UK TV markets. The schedule is as follows: Friday, January 23 Derby County v Nottingham Forest, 2:45pm ET, Setanta Sports USA Derby County v Nottingham Forest, 7:45pm GMT, Setanta Sports UK Saturday, January 24 Hartlepool v West Ham […]
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/ 6308 days agoNew 09/10 Liverpool Away Shirt
Rumors are circulating that Liverpool's new away shirt for the 2009/2010 season will be black with gold trim. The new shirt features a round collar. Carlsberg will continue to be Liverpool's shirt sponsor, while the football kit itself is manufactured by Adidas. No official confirmation has been announced yet, but thanks to Football Shirts for […]
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/ 6308 days agoPoll: Why Did Robinho Walk Out On Manchester City?
The Independent is reporting that Robinho walked out on Manchester City during their training camp in Tenerife this past weekend. Despite being incredibly immature, why do you think the Brazilian superstar walked out? What's the real reason why Robinho walked out on Manchester City?
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/ 6309 days agoNew 09/10 Manchester United Home Shirt
Manchester United's new home shirt for the 2009/2010 season will be red with a large white v-shape sash down the front. Manufactured by Nike, the new shirt is a tribute to the Manchester United side that won its first FA Cup 100 years ago in the 1909 FA Cup Final when they beat Bristol City […]
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/ 6309 days agoThe Story Of Cristiano Ronaldo Before Man United
From humble beginnings, Cristiano Ronaldo has become to be regarded by many as the best footballer in the world. He was born Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro on February 5th, 1985. Cristiano was the youngest of four children. His mother Maria Dolores dos Santos Aveiro was a cook and his father José Dinis Aveiro, a […]
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/ 6309 days agoHistory Of the European Cup and Champions League Tournaments
The European Cup and subsequently the Champions League are the ultimate prize in European club football. To become champions in your own country is a feat which clubs are rightly proud, but to become a member of a Champions League winning team is something that most footballers dream of. For British clubs it was a […]
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/ 6309 days agoMartin Tyler Interview
Martin Tyler, legendary football commentator, is the first interview guest of 2009 in the return of the EPL Talk Podcast, the only Premier League interview show on the Internet. Tyler's voice is synonymous with the Premier League. Many may argue, myself included, that he is the last of a great generation of football commentators. Not […]
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/ 6310 days agoVideo Footage Of 1902 Merseyside Derby
Monday's Merseyside derby is the 209th time Liverpool will have battled Everton. As usual, there's a lot at stake for the match and it isn't just bragging rights on Merseyside. Liverpool need a win to regain the top position in the table, while Everton need a win to edge closer to European qualification. The first […]
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/ 6310 days agoI'm On Setanta Sports Returning As Special 1 TV
I'm On Setanta Sports, the cult TV hit featuring a parody of Jose Mourinho, will be returning as a new show entitled Special 1 TV. EPL Talk broke the news on January 9th. The rumor has now been substantiated in the January 17th episode of I'm On Setanta Sports, which clearly shows the "office" door […]
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/ 6312 days agoManchester City Raise Kaka Bid To £243 Million
Manchester City has reportedly raised their bid for Kaka to £243 million in the hopes of securing the Brazilian attacking midfielder from AC Milan, according to The Sun newspaper. The £243 million deal breaks down to: £108 million for AC Milan. £108 million for the superstar’s wages including taxes. Kaka will be paid a NET […]
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/ 6313 days agoPoll: Is Kaka Going to Manchester City?
British newspapers are reporting that Manchester City are considering an incredible $197 million bid to sign AC Milan's Kaka. It seems that the Abu Dhabi United Group are quite adamant about signing Kaka, but will AC Milan relent? Vote now. <a href="http://answers.polldaddy.com/poll/1278134/" >Will Manchester City Succeed In Signing Kaka?</a> <br /> <span style="font-size:9px;"> (<a href="http://www.polldaddy.com"> […]
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/ 6313 days agoTottenham Use Texting Service To Eliminate Discrimination
Sunday's big game in the Premier League will be an intriguing affair featuring Tottenham Hotspur against Portsmouth at 11am ET/4pm GMT. Intriguing because it sees Spurs manager Harry Redknapp and striker Jermain Defoe up against their former club. Only three points separate both teams, and based on current form both clubs could be in for […]
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/ 6314 days agoMartin Samuel Makes His Debut At The Daily Mail
When it comes to English football, the number one columnist is Martin Samuel who recently hung up his boots at The Times and is now writing for cross-town rival The Daily Mail. In 2008, Samuel was named Sports Journalist of The Year in England. The seven times winner of Sports Writer of the Year award […]
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/ 6314 days agoManchester United Announce 2009 Asia Summer Tour
Manchester United has announced that the club will be playing several friendlies in Asia during the summer of 2009. The projected dates for the summer tour, as of press time, are: Malaysia – July 18, Malaysia XI v Man United Indonesia – July 20, Indonesia XI v Man United Korea – July 24, FC Seoul […]