Puyol: Barcelona Same in 2009

Barcelona - Barcelona scintillating performance in the first half of this season to make La Liga throne to become their property. Team captain Carles Puyol expects El Barca can continue this positive trend in the years ahead. Sixteen games in Spain have traveled by skuad besutan Josep Guardiola this. They collect 41 points from 13 victories result, the two series and lost only one time. Note the plus suprlus print them a good goal, namely 38 (48-10). And strikernya, Samuel Eto'o, led the list of top while El Pichici.
Puyol said that the appearance of the good in 2008 do not make them driven. And he predicts that the Blaugrana will be working hard in the second half because the other team would want to defeat them. "We have to do something good towards the end of 2008 and we want to continue when entering 2009. But we know this will be a complicated," said Puyol, such as This Goal. "Make us no rest time. We use it to compete twice a week and we have a strong skuad. This means that everything will get a chance to wash down," he continued.
Puyol also add himself very pleased with the return of Andres Iniesta, who has long been absent due to injuries dibebat early in the season. Iniesta attendance rate, he will bring a new spirit for the team. "When Andres (Iniesta) is in the team, we only lost a few opportunities. He is one of the best players in the world and will return to both union team again.

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Fergie Not Quite

Manchester - Manchester United end the three-match final with a 1-0 victory thin, including the last party to Middlesbrough. Sir Alex Ferguson is disappointed. At Old Trafford, on Tuesday (30/12/2008) dinihari WIB, Dimitar destructive single goal to bring the Red Devils to overcome tough resistance Boro. The MU move to bring the two top ranking, Liverpool and Chelsea. Against Boro, MU indeed produce a number of opportunities.

But the mix of poor defense and settlement with the rescue of good players from the opponent to make no additional attain the goal. "We failed to take advantage of many opportunities. It is very harmful, and must be a concern," said Fergie after the match, as quoted Sportinglife. This is the third time in succession MU subdue opponents with a score of 1-0.

Two other fight, which is against LDU Quito in the final World Cup Antarklub and tense face Stoke City also ended with a victory at least that. Although imply disappointment, however Fergie admitted satisfied with the victory achieved asuhnya children. With still have two games in hand, Wayne Rooney et al disagree only seven digits at the back of Liverpool and Chelsea four under. "The position is quite good towards the end of the year. We have two fight more than other clubs, both held in the cage, and we feel we are able to go quickly," he said. "This is the most important work we do, evaluate, and all will be well."

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FERGUSON OFFERS PEACE TO BORO

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has offered the hand of friendship to Middlesbrough ahead of their meeting at Old Trafford on Monday.

He wants to put to bed the bad feeling that has simmered between them the past two years.

"We hope the Christmas spirit has lingered on long enough to help heal the rift that had developed between the two clubs," he said.

The rift began in December 2006 when Middlesbrough manager Gareth Southgate accused Cristiano Ronaldo of cheating after he won a penalty in United's 2-1 victory in the league.

Three months later tempers flared again in an FA Cup sixth round replay at Old Trafford with Ronaldo again the centre of controversy.

The Portugal winger went to ground late on and scored from the spot to ease his side through.

Middlesbrough midfielder James Morrison was so incensed he was given a straight red card for a challenge on Ronaldo - and Southgate appeared to condone his player's behaviour.

Then last September the simmering tensions between the two clubs flared up again during a Carling Cup tie at Old Trafford.

Rodrigo Possebon was carried off with a deep gash on his leg after being clattered by defender Emmanuel Pogatetz - the Austrian later apologised.

Ferguson was angered after the victory not just with Pogatetz's lunge but also the way the Middlesbrough bench reacted as if the player was feigning injury.

Now the veteran Scot wants to build bridges with the Teessiders and stated in his programme notes: "Over the years we have had some contentious games, culminating earlier in the season with the Carling Cup tie.

"A terrible tackle put Rodrigo Possebon out of the game but could easily have broken his leg.

"I lost my temper at the time but hopefully that challenge has served to bring both clubs to their senses.

"I feel the healing process started when their manager and his coach apologised for the tackle and things said in the heat of the moment.

"I think we understand better now that we are involved in games of football and not a war.

"I am sure we can build a better relationship. I certainly hope so because we have had some momentous games against Middlesbrough, matches that have helped decide titles.

"Those games also generate a great atmosphere and we always take a big crowd to the Riverside."

Ferguson was critical of Southgate's appointment as the England defender did not have the correct badges.

However it appears the Scot is warming to his managerial counterpart.

Ferguson added: "I certainly admire the work of Gareth Southgate, a young manager who made the bold and brave decision to change the shape of his team, moving on older players to make way for a fresh, young squad.

"Managing change is one of the most difficult aspects of our job and I cannot help but admire his ambition and conviction.

"He has pursued a policy that has altered the face of the team, without conceding too much ground in the league."

Meanwhile Rio Ferdinand will sit out the match after suffering a back spasm before the side claimed a narrow victory at Stoke.

Patrice Evra is again ruled out through suspension while Dimitar Berbatov is pushing for a recall to the team after making an impact when he stepped off the bench on Boxing Day.

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Galliani still believe Sheva

Tuesday, 23 December 2008 05:11

The failure of Andriy Shevchenko showed best performance during the season does not make part Adriano Galliani despair. AC Milan vice president is sure Sheva will still show ketajamannya.

Many of the rate if the golden stars Timnas Ukraine has ended. Sheva's appearance as the starting XI along part this season can be counted with the fingers. Sheva also successfully menjaringkan new two goals, each fight in the UEFA Cup and Serie A.

Clearly, the record is disappointing for a printer that berpredikat second highest scorer throughout history Rossoneri. That, two bad seasons with Chelsea is the main player who had to reach penghargan Ballon d'Or in 2004 that lost their sharpness.

However, Galliani rejected the contention that the decision Milan Sheva borrow from Chelsea this season is the beginning of a wrong step. Male 64 years old believe that, sooner or later will be back Sheva best game show.

"Sheva is a tremendous player, he behave very well and I still believe in him. Quality is always there, but the problem is how to make him appear consistent," said Galliani as disitat AP, Tuesday (23/12/2008).

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Arshavin move closer to Arsenal?

Puzzles future zenith St Petersburg playmaker Andrei Arshavin seems to start terkuak. Statement one petinggi if the club is planning to remove the zenith Arshavin to Arsenal.

As has been previously made, Arshavin has express desires Hijrah from zenith to try to fight in other European elite club. The direct intention ditanggapi enthusiastically by a number of elite European clubs like Real Madrid, Barcelona, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur.

However, the opportunity is now the fourth club seems really threatened. According to the latest news, Arshavin would be anchored in the club besutan Arsène Wenger, Arsenal.

"Zenith ready to sell Arshavin to Arsenal transfer value with 20 million Pounds Sterling," said general manager zenith as Maxim Mitrofanov AP , Tuesday (23/12/2008).

Transfer speculation Arshavin to Arsenal after the menguat himself visible in the gym The Gunners in London, last week.

Until now, there has been no official confirmation from the zenith and certainty about Arsenal beritatersebut. However, Arshavin's zenith when the subject of Real Madrid 0-3 in elimination Champions League Group H ago seems almost certain to be his last appearance with the zenith.

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Milan come to this season's Christmas break with a balance of 24 matches played: 14 victories, 5 draws, and 5 defeats. Away from San Siro more has to

MILAN - With the Christmas break the first part of the 2008/2009 is over. It's time to draw up the balance for the Rossoneri ahead of the departure for Dubai, where the team will work from 29 December to 7 January.
In the league the Rossoneri finish 2008 nine points below the top of the table, an important gap but which does not take away the right motivation from Carlo Ancelotti's lads to fight for the Scudetto.
This league season has unfortunately been characterised by numerous injuries which have limited Carlo Ancelotti's project. In 17 matchdays the Rossoneri have picked up 33 points, with 10 victories, 3 draws, and 4 defeats. Compared to last season, that's 15 points more, even though by the 17th matchday of last season the team had to recover three matches.
Of the 33 points earned so far no less than 24 were earned at San Siro, while only 9 points have been won in away games. Meanwhile, 28 goals were scored and 18 were conceded. From the third matchday Milan earned 11 consecutive positive results. Among these results there was the derby won on 28 September thanks to Ronaldinho's goal.
The Brazilian is the team's top goalscorer in the league with 7 goals from the matches against Inter, Sampdoria (2), Napoli, Lecce, and Palermo. Also Ricky Kaká confirmed himself as a top goalscorer, having scored 7 goals like his friend Ronaldinho.
In the Uefa Cup the team finished qualifying Group E in second place. Eight points were gathered with 2 victories and 2 draws. Eight goals were scored and five were conceded.
In the Coppa Italia Carlo Ancelotti's men were eliminated in the eighth finals after losing 2-1 to Lazio in extra time.
Overall, then, the 2008/09 season has seen Milan play 24 matches in which the Rossoneri earned 14 victories, 5 draws, and 5 defeats.

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milan not yet exhausted

Milan - a 5-1 Victory achieved over Udinese AC Milan have many meanings for Kaka. In addition to break the assumption that it is not compatible with Ronaldinho, the results emphasize that while the Rossoneri still challenger Scudetto. Convincing victory over Udinese clear to restore confidence of the players of Milan recently that more often fluctuates with the performance adjust their inconsistencies.

Furthermore, these results Diavolo Rosso to return to the position of the three forum with the distance separating the nine-digit lead Inter Milan at the top forum. Kaka is called, this victory is proving that Milan are still able to compete seize Scudetto. The victory also made him offer new in San Syro, David Beckham. "We see in Beckham, that we are still able to reach for the scudetto," said Kaka, as quoted from ansa.it. "With or without Beckham, this season we have not been exhausted," In addition to maintaining competition, the victory telak shows at once if himself and Ronaldinho can bekerjsasama well.

Kaka was little change in the position complained that he should pass related Dinho arrival. 'Playing the future more and more close with Dinho, I can be more helpful and make it all the team, "he said.

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Mourinho expects Adriano to leave Inter

Inter coach Jose Mourinho believes Brazilian striker Adriano will leave the Giuseppe Meazza in the January transfer windo.
Adriano has fallen out of favour, following several incidents, under Mourinho.
Mourinho told La Gazzetta dello Sport: “Adriano should think long and hard about what he wants.
“He is injured and it is easier to recover from a muscular problem when it is warm and he is far away from controversy,” explained Mourinho.
“If I were him, I’d think long and hard whether he wants to stay here where he has a certain image or to leave. I await him for the start of training on January 2.”
Chelsea, Flamengo, Bordeaux and Paris Saint Germain are all keen on signing the 26-year-old striker in January, according to Italian media.
Adriano has only scored one goal for the Nerazzurri this season.

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Juventus hit Milan 4 - 2, Amauri terrible

Juventus stabilize its position in the Serie A after the second run over one of the rival competitors, AC Milan, with the score 4-2 at the Stadio Olimpico, Turin, Sunday (14/12). This victory makes Juventus remain in second sets and Inter Milan with six points difference. Meanwhile, Milan down to rank fourth with a value of 30, together with Napoli, but less goal difference. Juve determined by the Excellence Striker Brazilian origin, Amauri, who contributed two goals.

Overall, Juve are able to use the slowness movement punggawa veteran Milan in the back line to create a series of opportunities and goals. Juve advantage in the opening 16 minutes when the referee pointed white point after captain Alessandro Del Piero back Marek Jankulowski violated. Del Piero then executing their own penalty kicks with both.

However, after two opportunities through Milan Massimo Ambrosini and Andrea Pirlo opened, the position of equilibrium finally created through 1-1 Alexandre Pato sontekan the bait forward fellow, telling fellow Brazilian, Ronaldinho, the minutes to-31. But Juve direct superior turn back in time only three minutes when a corner kick Del Piero greeted tandukan back Giorgio Chiellini middle of a capable goalkeeper Cristian Abbiati prevented. And shortly before the drink down, add a heavy burden Amauri Milan bait when Paolo De Ceglie cross from the left side to successfully ditanduknya position 3-1.

De Ceglie own entry into the field to replace the injured Pavel Nedvěd. After the break, Milan tried to play with the rise Striker Andriy Shevchenko out with interesting half-Emerson. Milanpun can zoom through the goal behind the backlash in the distance Ambrosini minutes to-46. However, efforts to equalize the position of Milan meet existence due to be playing with 10 players after right back Gianluca Zambrotta outcast because the referee claimed De Ceglie with the hard edge in the penalty box. Not surprisingly, it was Juve who can enlarge a 4-2 advantage after the beautiful game between Momo Sissoko and Amauri ended with a goal kick with a good left foot.

This is the second goal for Amauri before he eventually withdrawn out in the last minute to replace Vincenzo Iaquinta. Besides Juventus should be winning more of a backlash if Del Piero did not strike rule and kicking the last minute Vincenzo Iaquinta from the distance does not widen.

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