Ronaldinho To AC!

By Jason | July 16, 2008 4:53 am |
Categories:
Serie A,Soccer Central

The Ronaldinho era in the Camp Nou has come to an end. Barca’s play-maker will now be playing at the San Siro. This is a very happy moment for me and for all fans of AC!

The Low-Down:

  • Ronaldinho and Barca agree to send him to AC just a day after announcing that some form of an arrangement would occur 72 hours from then.
  • Ronaldinho agrees to a 3 year contract that will end on 30 June 2011. He will be 31 when the current contract ends.
  • AC Milan agree to pay 20 million Euro in exchange for ‘dinho and his services.

Analysis:

Ronaldinho is now the eighth new comer to join Milan. They have been really busy and they should be. While they are one of the top teams of the Serie A, they finished in 5th place. That means that they will not be playing in the Champion’s League this year, instead they will compete for the UEFA Cup. All in all, not bad, but for a premier club like this, the best is expected of them.

‘dinho should fit in nicely with a team that already has quite a few Brazilians. Digao, Kaka, Dida, Emerson, and the young Alexandre Pato will now be his teammates, so adjusting will not be that hard. Also, Gianluca Zambrotta came over on a free transfer. He has played in the spotlight of the Camp Nou and being at the top of La Liga, so the San Siro should not be any different. I think he will do very well here.

AC Milan’s Other Additions:

  • Matheu Flamini
  • Gianluca Zambrotta
  • Luca Antonini
  • Christian Abbiati
  • Marco Borriello
  • Ignazio Abate
  • Marco Storari

A fine pick up for the Rossoneri and something that I will really look forward to.

Surprise, Surprise Its Russia Advancing

By Jason | June 22, 2008 7:55 am |
Categories:
Euro 2008,Rumors

Totally unbelievable. A team that dominated its group competition in the group of death falls to Russia. My money was on Holland but it is not so. Igor Akinfeev played a good game only giving up one goal to the offensive happy Dutch who scored 4 goals on both Italy and France. Russia truly pulled off an upset and a miracle on the pitch today, which should be both applauded and mourned for. Applauded that the youngest team in the tournament beat the favorite team for the match. Mourning Dutch fans because they were so sure.

Future: Tomorrow Italy plays Spain to decide who will play Russia. Now this will be the game of the quarters. I liked watching Germany and Portugal but I will enjoy watching Spain and Italy do battle. Maybe it is because two of my favorite teams-Barcelona and AC Milan-are Spanish and Italian teams, respectively.

Two Quick Hits: 

  1. Barcelona and AC Milan are both vying for the services’ of the Arsenal striker, Adebayor.  An AC Milan scout believes his team has a 50% chance of acquiring the striker.
  2. Former Sunderland keeper Tim Carter has been found dead in a park with a rope tied around his neck.  Authorities do not believe that there is any foul play involved and his death is unfortunately classified as a suicide.

Turkey is Victorious

By Jason | June 21, 2008 8:32 am |
Categories:
Euro 2008,Transfer Central

Turkey defeated Croatia in penalties.  They went 0-0 into extra time and scored one goal apiece in extra time. 

Game Summary: I am most pleased with the end result.  As I said this would be a good game.  No team had a clear advantage over the other which makes it an exciting game.  The penalties are always the best and that’s when I was on my feet. 

Russia and Netherlands Tomorrow: The power of Holland will be seen tomorrow as they face a talented but young goalkeeper in Igor Akinfeev.  I have probably “worn-out” my like for him by now but I have high hopes.

Other News:

  • Barcelona: I recently reported that Barca made an opening transfer offer on Juventus’ striker David Trezequet.  They were told to “back off” and “he is not for sale.”  I guess they will have to look else where for a forward as he and Valencia’s David Villa have been placed on the untouchables list.  Barca had been interested in Villa before the Valencia statement. 
  • Liverpool has offered 20 million pounds for the services of David Silva who plays for Valencia.

Let the Quarters Begin

By Jason | June 20, 2008 7:57 am |
Categories:
Euro 2008,Transfer Central

Today, the Euro 2008 Quarter-Finals have started.


Germany beat Portugal today.  While the Portugese side did very well in taking the champions title for their group, Germany snapped up their hopes for 08.  The game got very exciting in the last minutes as Portugal scored a goal to make the final score 3-2.

Future Fixtures:

Tomorrow- Croatia vs. Turkey: I like this game.  The heroics of Turkey in their win against Petr Cech and the Czech Republic proved to the world that they are here to play.  However, they did trail in that game which is a weakness.  At the same time, Croatia did win all of their group games defeating Germany in the process.  Once again, I like this game. 

Saturday- Holland vs. Russia: In short, miracles may happen, but Holland hasn’t shown very many weaknesses.  I like the competition and level of play Igor Akinfeev will be up against but I don’t like his chances.  The power of the Oranje will prove to be too much for Russia on this day.

Sunday- Spain vs. Italy: This will be another good game.  Power vs. Power.  Class vs. Class. What better game than this that pits two top class keepers against one another(Casillas v. Buffon).  The defensive corps each possess.  The midfield so chalked full of talent.  And the strikers to finish.  This is truly the game that I will watch.

 Transfer Rumors:

  • Barcelona put out an opening bid on David Trezeguet.

Euro 2008: Group A Update

By Jason | June 8, 2008 10:20 am |
Categories:
Euro 2008

Today’s matches or should I say yesterday’s matches have faired quite well in terms of my predictions. Both the Czech Republic and Portugal won their games today.

Game 1: Czech Republic v. Switzerland

Sub Sverkos scored the lone goal of the match for the Czech side to win the game. It seemed like a pretty solid match. We all got to see the game get a little physical with the Swiss side in the books with 3 yellows.

Game 2: Portugal v. Turkey

Pepe and Raul Meireles both had goals in a Portugal shutout over Turkey. The Portugal side was superb in its win and Turkey seemed to also like the Refs book. The Turks like the Swiss also had 3 yellows.

Next Up:

Austria versus Croatia, and Germany versus Poland is next up on the Euro 2008 agenda. A little Group B action coming your way.

 Side Notes:

  • Arjen Robben will miss the opening game for the Netherlands.
  • Barcelona has signed right back Daniel Alves from Sevilla, an official announcement is due Monday.
  • Ronaldinho the current Man City target is also garnering interest from Chelsea and AC Milan…this will get interesting.

Barcelona Update

By Jason | June 5, 2008 12:42 am |
Categories:
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 |
Categories:
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.

Its Official

By Jason | May 9, 2008 2:04 am |
Categories:
Soccer Central

After releasing my speculation yesterday on the Barcelona managerial situation, today it is official that Frank Rijkaard is out and Josep “Pep” Guardiola is in.

To be honest, this move is good. Barcelona is going to shake things up this off-season and needed a way to win the fans over. With certain moves on the brink of occurring, the coaching acquisition will help solidify the fan bases feelings. It is not easy for a fan to see major moves on the back line and a possible transfer of the Franchise Player.

Out

In

Champions League Final And Notes

By Jason | May 6, 2008 2:11 am |
Categories:
Soccer Central,Soccer Tips

How interesting, two English Premier teams that are already neck to neck in the Premiership, are in fact in the final. Chelsea and Man U wil once again battle it out however on a entirely different format.

Manchester United defeated Spanish power Barcelona.  After this unfortunate loss for Barcelona, people are forecasting that there will be many changes in the Barcelona Camp.  Here are some things to watch for:

Rafa Marquez: Apparently, he may or may not be in Barca’s future plans.  Look for another defender to replace him if he is indeed on his way out.

Henry: Many people in English Soccer are speculating that there is a separation in the Barca locker room.  There are a ton of rumors…possibly even a MLS move.  Maybe no move.

Samuel Eto’o: He maybe on his way out, as people have been wondering if he really likes it there.  If both Henry and Eto’o depart, who will be the counterpart to Messi, Dos Santos or Bojan?

Ronaldinho: This has been brought up in discussion after discussion.  Where he exactly ends up, who knows? Manchester City is looking to add a name.

Frank Rijkarrd: I’m afraid Barca’s standards are too high and it seems that the manager will probably get the ax as well.

Besides the impending commotion that will occur in Barcelona.  We shall look forward to watching a fine Champions League Final between Manchester United and Chelsea.

Robinho Situation

By Jason | April 23, 2008 7:55 am |
Categories:
Site News,Soccer Central,Soccer Tips,Transfer Central

Recently I was combing through my email when Soccer America, put out an article concerning Brazilian striker, Robinho.

As some of you may know, I put out an article myself about one of his National Team Teammates, Ronaldinho. It seems both ‘Inhos, have fallen out of favor with their respective clubs, Barcelona and Real Madrid-how ironic. Both rivals, are sure to be losing key players if they so choose to let go both guys.

Furthermore, the Robinho situation is quite interesting. He has been benched by Bernd Schuster, the Madrid boss. Supposedly Robinho has ditched training sessions rather sneakingly which has not impressed his coach either. He has taken a rather nice liking to jumping out of a dressing room window during training sessions while avoiding the team, the press, and of course Schuster himself.

The general consensus is that Manchester City, who has been in the market for sometime for a big name, is interested. Also, Manchester City has been included in the discussion for Ronaldinho’s services if they become available.

We shall watch these situations very closely to see what ends up happening. By the way, Robinho was the proposed front-runner for the FIFA World Player of the Year award but has fallen out of this race due to these occurrences.


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