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/ 4096 days agoA Premier League XI that combined equals Radamel Falcao’s salary
When Manchester United brought in Radamel Falcao on loan at the start of the season many assumed that the Colombian superstar would set the Premier League on fire. Unfortunately for the Red Devils and their fans, this hasn’t been the case. In 24 league appearances, Falcao has only managed to score four goals. With the […]

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/ 4096 days agoLiverpool’s 2015 campaign and whether there will be happy ending
With soccer, as with any sport, the memories of the highs often supersede those of the lows. Liverpool supporters remember the miracle of Istanbul vividly, but they block out the memory of the Roy Hodgson era with nearly as much energy. Liverpool’s 2014-15 season has been exactly that, a story filled with great highs and […]

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/ 4096 days agoObafemi Martins and Clint Dempsey are MLS’ best strike duo yet
Major League Soccer has seen its share of high quality strike duos over 20 years. There have even been striker partnerships that were merely “good” and even a couple of truly sensational ones, productive, classy and electrifying all at once. But let’s go ahead and start making the case that we are currently watching the […]

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/ 4096 days agoDaniel Sturridge recovering from surgery in New York
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge is hoping his injury nightmare is almost over after undergoing surgery on a hip problem in the United States. The 25-year-old's season had effectively been ended once the decision was made to send him to America for further investigation into his ongoing injury issues which have seen him miss the majority […]

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/ 4096 days agoFabricio Coloccini says Newcastle doesn't deserve to be relegated
Newcastle captain Fabricio Coloccini insists his side do not deserve to be in a position where they head into Saturday's game with West Brom fighting for their Premier League lives. In an open letter to supporters published via the club's official media channels, Coloccini also called on fans to put their differences aside and cheer […]

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/ 4096 days agoAdam Lallana: Liverpool can spoil Chelsea's title celebrations on Sunday
Adam Lallana wants Liverpool to spoil Chelsea's title celebrations and dent Manchester United's Champions League aspirations this weekend. United's shock defeat to West Brom on Saturday left them just four points ahead of fifth-placed Liverpool in the Barclays Premier League. Although there are just three matches of the season left, Lallana is convinced Liverpool can […]

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/ 4096 days agoLa Liga season suspended from May 16 due to TV rights dispute
The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has decided to suspend all competitions from May 16 onwards in a dispute with the government over the new TV rights deal signed into law at the end of April. The RFEF says it wasn’t properly consulted when the rights were being negotiated, therefore accusing the government of a “lack […]

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/ 4096 days agoBarcelona vs Bayern Munich, Champions League semi-final 1st leg: TV times and open thread
After yesterday's very entertaining clash between Juventus and Real Madrid, arguably the biggest semi-final of the round kicks off today when Barcelona meets Bayern Munich in a must-see match. So many storylines. So much football. Let's hope this one is half as good as the hype. If so, we're in store for a memorable match. […]

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/ 4097 days agoWatch the trailer for 'Sepp Blatter,' e:60's new investigative film about FIFA President [VIDEO]
In its newest documentary, E:60's Jeremy Schaap presents the most complete look done by television, at the most powerful man in the world of sports and the current crisis his organization is facing, FIFA President Sepp Blatter. The trailer for the film has been released (see below). The actual documentary itself will air on Tuesday, […]

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/ 4097 days agoCristiano Ronaldo defends adorable Japanese kid attempting Portuguese [VIDEO]
Real Madrid forward and three-time Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo is a polarizing figure. The 30-year-old is loved by a section of soccer fans for his world class talent and showmanship, but he's also loathed by many who consider him vane and egotistical. However, during an interview at a promotional event in Japan, Ronaldo showed […]

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/ 4097 days agoPolice raid Mike Ashley's Sports Direct HQ as part of investigation
Police have searched Mike Ashley's Sports Direct headquarters in Derbyshire as part of their ongoing investigation relating to Rangers. The Newcastle United owner has close to a nine per cent stake in the Ibrox club, and Sports Direct has control of their retail operations. "We can confirm that officers carried out a search of a […]

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/ 4097 days agoJuventus confirm Paul Pogba will resume training with sights set on Real Madrid next week
Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri has confirmed that midfielder Paul Pogba will resume first-team training tomorrow and could feature this weekend when the Bianconeri host Cagliari. The goal is to have the France international ready to start next week's crucial UEFA Champions League semi-final return leg against Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu. Pogba hasn't featured for Juventus […]

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/ 4097 days agoDavid de Gea may leave Manchester United, says Phil Neville
Phil Neville fears David de Gea will leave Manchester United this summer. European champions Real Madrid have been monitoring De Gea's contract negotiations with United and are ready to pounce if the Spaniard does not sign an extension to his current deal, which expires at the end of next season. A fortnight ago manager Louis […]

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/ 4097 days agoBayern Munich's Thiago Alcantara setting emotion aside ahead of Barcelona return
Bayern Munich midfielder Thiago Alcantara began his professional playing career with Barcelona in May 2009. Over the next four seasons, the Spain international made 68 appearances for La Blaugrana before deciding to join manager Pep Guardiola in Germany and signing a four-year deal with the Bavarians. After spending the 2013-14 season on the sidelines due to […]

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/ 4097 days agoThomas Vermaelen named in Barcelona squad for Bayern Munich clash
Thomas Vermaelen has been named in Barcelona's 18-man squad which will face-off against Bayern Munich later today at the Camp Nou. Ten days ago, the Belgian defender was given the "all-clear" by the medical staff to resume first team action but has yet to feature in any of the club's fixtures. Vermaelen was signed from Arsenal for […]