Ronaldo Warned By Greats

By Jason | July 13, 2008 2:13 am |
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Rumors,Site News,Soccer Central

Both Pele and Gordon Banks passed out their warnings to Cristiano Ronaldo about a premature Man U departure. Both have stated, he needs to honor his end of the contract that has four years left on it. He is now 22, when his contract ends with Man U he will be 26. My personal take on this situation is that he does need to heed the advice of two of the best players in soccer/ football history. At the same time, it is his decision to make. Pele and Banks have a point but at the same time he, Madrid, and Man U have already made this a big deal. Will his teammates accept him although his thoughts lie elsewhere?


Other News

  • Brad Guzan and Aston Villa have agreed to the fee that it will take to send him from the States to England. Guzan is a good keeper and I think he will thrive in a more competitive environment. English Soccer could possibly shape the 23 year old into America’s next number 1.
  • Although Barca failed at landing Arshavin, he apparently has his eyes set on Arsenal.
  • Frank Lampard‘s potential move to play for the Inter side is all up to him now and it is completely his decision.
  • With the completion of the Nasri signing, the Gunners are looking to complete the deal with Barca to move the unsettled Hleb.
  • Former Barcelona player, Deco, has moved on to Chelsea to join former Portugal manager Luis Scolari. He moves into a rather deep midfield as they already have the likes of Joe Cole, John Obi Mikel, Michael Ballack, Michael Essien, Florent Malouda, Claude Makelele, and Frank Lampard.

Corrections

  • After Brazil confirmed that Ronaldinho would be joining a very young Brazilian Olympic team in the Beijing Games, the FIFA has denied him. While it would have been fun to watch an Olympics with Ronaldinho on the field, Brazil has enough young players to take his place. He would have only over-shadowed somebody else’s opportunity to shine.
  • Although the source from AC Milan believes that they can acquire Ronaldinho if a move is to occur. The key phrase there is: if he moves. Amidst all the speculations and rumors, Barca may decide to keep ‘dinho after all.

Updates and Quick Hits

By Jason | July 8, 2008 7:30 am |
Categories:
Rumors,Soccer Central
  • A source from inside the AC Milan front office has stated that Milan has a 90% chance of acquiring Ronaldinho.  This is a huge update and we will see how this occurs.  You can only imagine a team that already has Kaka, Pirlo, Pato, Maldini, and now ‘dinho.
  • Barca’s 15 million euro bid for the services of Andrei Arshavin have been denied.  Zenit St. Petersburg may see keeping him as a better choice than taking the 15 million euro or 11.91 million pounds.  One possible reason for keeping the very talented play-maker is Russia’s popularity may raise.  Since going as far as the semis in the Euro 2008, something that no one expected, more people may flock to Russia’s professional ranks.  We shall see how this one plays out.
  • Liverpool has just sold English striker Peter Crouch to Portsmouth.  He will surely see more playing time without the likes of Fernando Torres and Kuyt on the same team.  However, there is one even that will unfortunately not occur next season for Crouch and that is the UEFA Champion’s League.  He will be playing for the Cup instead.
  • Brazil’s  Olympic National Team has two new additions, Ronaldinho and Robinho have been selected to represent their country.  As I have stated before, there can be two “over-age” players on the Olympic team roster.

Roberto Donadoni stays in the Italian national team

By Artem | June 5, 2008 2:24 pm |
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Soccer Central

Roberto Donadoni has agreed to stay in charge of the Italian national team until the World Cup in 2010. Talks to sign the two-year deal had been due to take place after the Euro 2008 Championships, but repeated rumours and news articles by various news agencies encouraged the Italian FA to get everything in place now, rather than risk further disruption.

Roberto Donadoni and Fabio Cannavaro

The Italian FA have insisted on a “get-out” clause in Roberto’s contract – if they fail to qualify from the group stages in Euro 2008 then they reserve the right to cancel the deal. With Italy in what is undoubtedly the toughest group against Netherlands, Romania and France, Donadoni will have a look of relief on his face come 17th June if after playing France they are still in the tournament.

Donadoni has already suffered one blow, with his captain Fabio Cannavaro being ruled out of the tournament. Gianluigi Buffon takes over the captains armband.

Italy’s other fixtures include the Netherlands on 9th June and Romania on 13th June.

Barcelona Update

By Jason | June 5, 2008 12:42 am |
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Soccer Central

As many of you may have noticed, I have been watching the Catalan team, Barcelona very closely.  While I will always try to remain unbiased, I will not hide that I am a supporter of Barca.

Today, Barca signed another defender Martin Caceres from Villareal.  In a funny move, Caceres never played in a single match for Villareal.  After coming over from Sporting de Montevideo, he was then loaned out by Villareal to Recreativo.

Caceres is the third signing of the year and the second defender to be signed, Pique was the first.   A move is now inevitable as Barca has too many defenders, nine to be exact.  In a perfect world, one would not even need a backup for every defender.

 Now Who’s In Camp:

Caceres, Pique, Rafa Marquez, Milito, Puyol, Sylvinho, Thuram, Abidal, and Presas.

Possibly on the move: Obviously, Caceres, Pique, and Puyol are safe.  Unless somebody offered a ton of money, Milito and Oleguer Presas are presumably safe too.  So that leaves:

  •  Rafa: It has much been rumored that he might be on the go or out the door.  I personally like him and wish he were staying but its not my camp its Pep’s Camp.
  • Abidal: He appeared in many games for the Rijkaard regime, however, see Rafa’s case.  New law in town now.
  • Thuram: As his career comes closer to the end, he may wish for a return to France.  We shall see.
  • Sylvinho: I am unsure, with the new crew in town, he maybe without a spot

I do not mean to turn people off because I have posted so much on Barca.  I will post big news regarding all the transfers of football/ soccer and anything that somebody would like to be posted on.  Just comment if you would like something to be added.

Barcelona Round Up

By Jason | June 4, 2008 12:57 am |
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Soccer Central

As predicted, Barcelona is going through a bevy of moves.  The most recent have been very interesting.  Here is what has happened on the incoming front, out going front, and possible moves.

Incoming: Goalkeeper Jose Manuel Pinto, Defender Gerard Pique, and midfielder Seydou Keita.

Outgoing: Zambrotta has left the team and has chosen AC Milan.

Rumored: 

-AC Milan is pursuing Samuel Eto’o.

-Tottenham is very interested in Gio Dos Santos and it is mutual.

-Barca might acquire David Villa.

Euro 2008 Predictions

By Jason | May 28, 2008 8:45 am |
Categories:
Soccer Central
Quarter finals   Semi finals   Final
 
  19 June – Basel    
 
  Winner Group A
  25 June – Basel
  Runner-up Group B
  Winner of QF1
  20 June – Vienna
  Winner of QF2
  Winner Group B
    29 June – Vienna
  Runner-up Group A
  Winner of SF1
  21 June – Basel
  Winner of SF2
  Winner Group C
  26 June – Vienna  
  Runner-up Group D
  Winner of QF3
  22 June – Vienna
  Winner of QF4
  Winner Group D
   
  Runner-up Group C
 

This is the Euro 2008 knockout stage view.

In my prediction, I am saying that it will go like this.

Portugal vs.  Croatia

Germany vs. Czech Republic

Italy vs. Russia

Spain vs. France  

Semi:

Portugal vs. Germany

Italy vs. France

Final: Germany vs. Italy

Euro 2008 Groups

By Jason | May 27, 2008 7:52 am |
Categories:
Soccer Central

With the Euro 2008 set to start June 7, I have my analysis of the groups.

Group A:

Switzerland: Not quite sure, but I don’t think that this year will be their year to win or advance. By all means prove me wrong, it will make for better games.

Czech Republic(Runner-Up): Can possibly take the advancement away from Portugal. I also like that they have a Milan player, Jankulovski.

Portugal(Passes): I favor these guys not just because of Ronaldo…well considering that he is being considered the best player in the world as of right now, yeah Ronaldo does give them an advantage.

Turkey: Mixed feelings but they will probably end up at the bottom of the group.

Group B

Austria: A possible chance

Croatia(Runner-up): Bottom

Germany(Passes): Win the group and move on.
Poland: Near the bottom

Group C: The Group of Death: The groups are pretty evenly matched this time around. However, there is always a group that it is the group of death. This would have to be it.

Netherlands: The days of David are over but this team is filled with talent. van der sar, Robben, Sneijder, van der Vaart, Kuyt, Nistelrooy, and van Persie are just a few names to mention.

Italy(Passes): I mentioned the defending world champions in my last post. Pretty much the same team, new opposing group. I like them, so I go for them.

Romania: I don’t know how a team like Romania makes it and a team like England does not. However, I must give them respect. I like Inter’s Chivu and Fiorentina’s Mutu, they are clearly the stars of this team to me.

France(Runner-up): Very talented although the days of the masterful midfielder Zidane are over. Shamble. Anyhow, Henry, Nasri, Ribery, and many many others fill the void.

Group D

Greece: Very talented, but not good enough.

Sweden: See Greece.

Spain(Winner) : They will win by power and strength.

Russia(Runner-up): Their time will come and I am liking young goalkeeper Igor Akinfeev. He will one-day be considered one of the best in the world.

Further speculation to come.

Future Sights: Euro 2008

By Jason | May 23, 2008 6:27 am |
Categories:
Soccer Central

Shortly after the Champions League final ended, I began thinking what was next for me. There is always the standard Saturday game to watch: Argentinian League on Telemundo and Mexican League on Univision. However, I began wondering what would get me excited.

Euro 2008 does!

I am excited to see this. Its like watching a pre- World Cup to see who is the best in Europe. Although I can’t see some of my favorite Latin American teams: Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, and many others. It still is fun to see a true show of power and skill.

Who I am going to love watching?:

England: The power of England is unexplainable and they are very talented. I think something of note is the first international tourney for new coach Fabio Capello. Another interesting thing to watch is the relationship between him and David Beckham if the former selects the latter to the Euro Roster. JUST KIDDING!

Italy: The defending World Cup Champions will be tested to see if they still have their 06 form and play. However, not much has changed since then. The roster will be pretty much the same as 2006 with some exceptions. Angelo Perruzzi, Buffon’s back-up retired after the World Cup, leaving the 2nd string position open. Aside from that, we shall see who is selected to the roster.

Spain: I like Spain, from the club powers to the international side. Maybe its the caliber of their defensive anchor, Carlos Puyol, or superb keeper in Iker Casillas. All I know is that, I also enjoy watching them.

Old Man U News

By Jason | May 22, 2008 7:21 am |
Categories:
Soccer Central

Something that just happened to have slipped under my radar was the signed extension of Michael Carrick with Manchester United. 

After today’s penalty shoot-out goal and his overall match play, it looks like a very good decision.

It is a 3 year extension with the Reds and I believe the midfielder will have plenty to show as he is immensely talented.

At another front, we shall see what else Man U has in-store for us as the off-season is beginning.  There are still many other moves and transfers that may occur.

Man U European Champions

By Jason | May 22, 2008 7:18 am |
Categories:
Soccer Central

In a game where I was personally at a stalemate, it was one of the most intense games I’ve seen in a long while. There were 4 yellow cards given out to both sides…Wow!

Chelsea and Man U played their hearts out today and it was decided by the most dreaded but the most fairest way possible. The penalty shoot out is one of the most exciting things to watch.

After the send-off of Drogba, I was uncertain if the extra man would do it for the Reds but it didn’t, ending the extra periods of time.

Cheers Reds!


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