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Manchester United v Bolton Wanderers English Premier League Match Preview

The English Premier League defending champions Manchester United host Bolton Wanderers at Old Trafford on Saturday afternoon as the campaign resumes this weekend.

The Red Devils will enter the game as second-placed in the table and they could top the standings with a win if only Chelsea lose or draw against Aston Villa in the early kick-off.

Meanwhile, Gary Megson's Bolton wanderers would move up to the top half of the table should they beat United.

Manchester United ready to bounce back after Sunderland draw

In Manchester United's last game before the international break, the feeling of disappointment and relief was all what the fans could carry in their hearts at the end of proceedings.

The English Premier League defending champions had to come twice from behind to earn a draw against a stubborn Sunderland side. In reality, it was a game that Manchester United should have taken in their own hands.

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Manchester United v Bolton Wanderers English Premier League Match Preview

The English Premier League defending champions Manchester United host Bolton Wanderers at Old Trafford on Saturday afternoon as the campaign resumes this weekend.

Manchester United's Rio Ferdinand surviving a tackle by Bolton's defenderThe Red Devils will enter the game as second-placed in the table and they could top the standings with a win if only Chelsea lose or draw against Aston Villa in the early kick-off.

Meanwhile, Gary Megson's Bolton wanderers would move up to the top half of the table should they beat United.

Manchester United ready to bounce back after Sunderland draw

In Manchester United's last game before the international break, the feeling of disappointment and relief was all what the fans could carry in their hearts at the end of proceedings.

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Real Madrid v Valladolid Spanish Primera La Liga Match Preview

Thursday October 15, 2009
Tags: Real Madrid, Valladolid, Spanish Primera La Liga
After a thrilling week of international football marked by celebrations, relief, and tears, club football returns in Europe.

In Spain, Real Madrid host Valladolid at the Santiago Bernabeu and Manuel Pellegrini’s men will be keen to bounce back from the 2-1 defeat which they suffered in the hands of Sevilla before the international break.

Lass Diarra back but six players to be missing

Los Blancos will have to deal with the absence of the phenomenal Cristiano Ronaldo. The Portuguese winger, who featured for his country against Hungary, is set to spend up to one month on the sidelines.

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Ghana v Brazil Fifa U-20 World Cup final Match Preview

Thursday October 15, 2009
Tags: Ghana, Brazil, Brasil, Fifa U-20 World Cup
The final of the Fifa U-20 World Cup in Egypt will feature the two most exciting teams of the tournament, Ghana and Brazil, clashing against each other on Friday evening.

Ghana's Black Satellites celebrateBoth countries are champions over their respective continents and they’ll be fighting for the ultimate honor, which is the prestigious U-20 World Cup trophy.

Who succeeds Argentina as the champions of this competition?

A recap of Ghana’s road to the final of the U-20 World Cup

Ghana qualified for the Under 20 World Cup as champions of Africa. The Black Satellites were paired alongside Uzbekistan, England, and Uruguay in Group D.

In the opening game of the tournament against Uzbekistan, Ghana fought their way through to claim all three points despite going a goal down in the second half.

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Valencia vs FC Barcelona – La Liga Match Preview

Wednesday October 14, 2009
Tags: Valencia, FC Barcelona, La Liga, Spanish League table
Barcelona regained the first position in the Spanish League table after Real Madrid lost away to Sevilla, but their control at the top will once again be questioned when they travel to the Estadio Mestalla on Saturday to face Valencia.
Valencia fighting for a place in the top four

The Spanish club VCF is currently occupying the fifth place in the standings, and mathematically, even a win at home against leaders Barcelona will not automatically guarantee them a place in the top four places of the table.

With two giants preparing to meet each other, there is no doubt the game will get a lot of attention. Hence, a special outcome could take place, but a disappointing display from both sides could also reduce the excitement towards the big match.

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El Salvador v Honduras CONCACAF World Cup qualifier Match Preview

Honduras’ fate is in Costa Rica’s hands. On Wednesday, the CONCACAF World Cup qualifying campaign will enter its final step and it is only then that Honduras’ destiny will be revealed.

Honduras and El Salvador battling it out during a World Cup qualifying gameLos Catrachos will play El Salvador away in San Salvador and only a victory will give them the chance to claim the third spot in the unique group.

Table description, Honduras’ position

At the top of the table, the United States and Mexico have booked their tickets for the finals of the World Cup next summer.

At the foot of the standings, it is definitely all over for both Trinidad & Tobago and El Salvador. Meanwhile, the battle in the middle of the table between Costa Rica and Honduras... Read full article »

Chile v Ecuador South American qualifier Match Preview

Tuesday October 13, 2009
Tags: Chile, Ecuador, World Cup qualifier, Argentina, Uruguay
Wednesday evening marks the end of South America’s World Cup qualifying campaign. It will be D-Day for the Ecuadorians who will play against already-qualified Chile at the Nacional in Santiago.

Ecuador and Chile battle it out during a South American World Cup qualifierEcuador’s match against the Chileans promises to be a mouthwatering clash, especially because the Ecuadorians are behind Argentina and Uruguay who will lock horns in another decisive match on Wednesday.

Ecuador’s table status and statistical analysis

Ecuador are sixth in the table with twenty-three points. In contrast to the Uruguayans who are one point above them, the Ecuadorians have a negative goal difference.

This means that a draw will surely not be enough even if Uruguay lose to Argentina. A win for the Ecuadorians is the only solution for the country to have a chance of qualifying into the finals of the World Cup.

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Brazil vs Venezuela South Africa 2010 World Cup Qualifier Match Preview

Monday October 12, 2009
Tags: South Africa 2010, Brazil, Venezuela, Dunga
For two teams with their fates already sealed, pride will be fought for as Venezuela travel to Campo Grande, Brazil for one of their toughest tests yet.
A ticket for Brazil, reconstruction for Venezuela

Having already qualified for South Africa 2010, Brazil will be playing to win regardless of their success thusfar. They come from a 2-1 loss in Bolivia, where the altitude proved to be a difficult task for them.

Venezuela unfortunately met their end this weekend when they lost to Paraguay at home 1-2. Of their past 5 games, this was their only loss and their eyes were set on South Africa.

Now, Venezuela must pick up the pieces and play for pride. A win away in Brazil would be huge for their countrymen and a good start at thinking about the next FIFA World Cup in 2014 in Brazil.
 

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El Salvador v Honduras CONCACAF World Cup qualifier Match Preview

Honduras’ fate is in Costa Rica’s hands. On Wednesday, the CONCACAF World Cup qualifying campaign will enter its final step and it is only then that Honduras’ destiny will be revealed.

Los Catrachos will play El Salvador away in San Salvador and only a victory will give them the chance to claim the third spot in the unique group.

Table description, Honduras’ position

At the top of the table, the United States and Mexico have booked their tickets for the finals of the World Cup next summer.

At the foot of the standings, it is definitely all over for both Trinidad & Tobago and El Salvador. Meanwhile, the battle in the middle of the table between Costa Rica and Honduras... Read full article »

Portugal v Malta European World Cup qualifier Match Preview

Monday October 12, 2009
Tags: Portugal, Malta, World Cup, Portuguese
In the final match of the World Cup qualification campaign, Portugal host Malta in Guimaraes, on October 14.

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