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What are Manchester United's chances of overcoming Athletic Bilbao's threat?
Since the past several years now, Sir Alex Ferguson and his players haven’t played any other team than Real Madrid, Barcelona or Villarreal when it comes to Spanish oppositions. On Thursday, they’ll be up against Bilbao at Old Trafford. Manchester United vs. Athletic Bilbao is one of the eight Round of 16 first leg ties to take place on March 8. The Red Devils are entering this UEFA Europa League encounter as pure favourites. In truth, however, they are not guaranteed to triumph analytically.
Athletic Bilbao’s prolific goal scorer, Fernando Llorente, is fully aware of Manchester United’s greatness. However, the Spaniard isn’t ruling his team’s chances at all. According to EP, he admitted:
Manchester United vs Ajax Preview
Team News
Manchester United has a lengthy injury list to deal with. How well United has functioned with such a long injury list is a testament to their spirit and competitiveness. Antonio Valencia has a hamstring problem currently. Anders Lindegaard and Nemanja Vidic are currently suffering from knee problems. Darren Fletcher and Michael...
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Team News
Sir Alex Ferguson has decided to rest Patrice Evra taking into account the ‘emotional’ week he went through following further controversy involving Luis Suarez at the weekend. Dimitar Berbatov, Ryan Giggs, Nemaja Vidic, Anders Lindegaard, Darren Fletcher, Michael Owen and Anderson are all currently on the sidelines....
Pedro Carmona gives Palmeiras stoppage-time win over Ajax Amsterdam
In their opening match of the year, Palmeiras paid tribute to legendary goalkeeper Marcos, who put an end to an accomplished twenty-year career at the conclusion of 2011.
The game started at a frantic pace, as both sides went looking for a goal. Ajax almost went ahead when Christian Eriksen sent a precise through ball between two Palmeiras defenders, and into the path of Siem de Jong, but the striker flashed his shot awfully wide when he had the goal at his mercy.
Real Madrid vs Ajax: Spanish giants poised to maintain their comeback form
According to Jose Mourinho, “when you've had a week worth of negative results, what the team needs is to have a good start, to score and to be relaxed.” This is exactly what Real Madrid did against Rayo Vallecano at the weekend.The promoted side went in front only seconds after the kick-off but the Spanish giants exhibited their Madridismo in style. A hat-trick from Cristiano Ronaldo, a goal each from French boys Varane and Benzema as well as a strike from Gonzalo Higuain saw Real Madrid turning the tables around.
Answers concerning the Spanish giants’ poor results away to Levante and Racing Santander in La Liga may differ among pundits and fans.
Transfer News Debate: Must Arsenal Sign Ajax Centre-Back Vertonghen?
“I have something with England, especially with the nostalgic atmosphere around the football.” This is what Jan Vertonghen told The Sun on Monday. The defender was talking in the aftermath of Ajax Dutch Cup final fiasco as his side threw away a 2-0 first-half lead to lose 3-2 in extra-time. But Vertonghen feels he’s had enough of football in the Netherlands after making almost 200 appearances since 2006.
“Now this is the first year I would consider a possible transfer,” the centre-back continued in his interview with The Sun.
Twente vs Ajax Preview
Frank de Boer is confident: “I’ve got a good feeling”, the Ajax coach said on Friday. “We’ve got a young team, which is unstable. They have Bryan Ruiz and Theo Janssen, players who can make a difference in important matches, but I don’t consider Twente to be the favorites.”Twente coach Michel Preud’homme tries to downplay Twente’s position as favorites as well. “No, I don’t think we’re clear cut favorites in the Cup Final. They have a young team all right, but Ajax is a tight squad. They play for the Cup and the title, that’s not a coincidence. Teams that end up in this position are the best of the season.”
Both De Boer and Preud’homme consider winning the title more important than the Cup. “Of course we want to win on Sunday”, De Boer said. “But the big one is next Sunday.” Ajax did not win the Dutch title since 2004. Both Twente and Ajax decided not to celebrate an eventual Cup victory, because they want to focus on the championship decider in Amsterdam.
UEFA Europa League: A Look At The Last 32 And The Upcoming Last 16 Matches
You cannot look back at the UEFA Europa League’s Round of 32 matches without talking about drama, just as you cannot look forward to the Round of 16 ties without feeling the excitement. Today, following the Europa League’s Last 16 draw, Live Soccer TV takes you through an analysis of the competition’s previous stage and its upcoming round.
We look at some of the Round of 32’s best results in terms of big margin-victories and thrilling comebacks. In addition, we also analyze the Round of 16 draw from a general point of view: who the favourites are in terms of clubs and countries among a few other points.
The UEFA Europa League: The Round Of 16’s Best Comebacks
Manchester City, Zenit, Rangers and Villarreal all rank among this range. Both Man City and Villarreal were in a delicate situation as they had failed to grab at least one vital away goal in their respective Europa League knock-out match. But it turned out to be that their dream came to life through what makes the greatest difference in a game: goals.
Liverpool’s Dream Debut Boy Luis Suarez: No Sweat Over Price Tag Pressure!
“Ajax made me realize that it is important to keep a perspective on life and football at the same time,” Luis Suarez told LFC Weekly as he downplayed the prospect of being under pressure to perform.The Uruguayan international, who scored over 80 goals for Ajax in 110 matches, insisted that English Premier League football wasn’t meant to scare him but to entertain him as a player. He continued:
“I’m aware that the fee Liverpool paid for me was big. But, I am not going to worry about that. There will be pressure from the outside for me to succeed.
Liverpool Breaking Transfer News: Luis Suarez Deal Is Done! Now Torres?
Well, it’s not the expected €35M that has been put on the table. Still, Liverpool have done the necessary things to accomplish their mission: to seal the Luis Suarez transfer matter before Saturday.But this report fuels transfer rumours of an exit for Liverpool star Fernando Torres. It was reported on Thursday night that the club had rejected an offer from Chelsea to sign the Spaniard.
However, quotes from a “top source” which spoke to The Sun explained that transfer issues linking Torres to Chelsea could take another turn – meaning that Liverpool could well lose their goal scorer to the Blues.
Liverpool Transfer News: Improve Your Suarez Bid Before Saturday Or Kick Out
Lately, Liverpool offered €15M to the Dutch club for the Uruguayan international. But this amount of money didn’t go anywhere near the €35M price tag set on Luis Suarez. It is understood that the Merseyside Reds are desperately trying to sign the striker whereas Ajax have agreed to let their player go only on a good money deal. But the interesting point in the Luis Suarez transfer saga is the fresh ultimatum which has been set by Ajax on Liverpool or any other club interested in signing the prolific goal scorer.
Milan sign Urby Emanuelson from Ajax
Though sections of the media believe Emanuelson will play as left-back for Milan, the club's vice-president Adriano Galliani and coach Massimiliano Allegri have stated they seem him more as a midfielder.
Liverpool Transfer Rumours: Luis Suarez To Leave Ajax For Kenny Dalglish’s Reds
If Suarez ever joins Liverpool, then Fernando Torres’ work in front for the Reds would be made easier in a remarkable manner and this could truly help Dalglish’s side who has not been in form this season. Having seen that scoring more goals in upcoming matches could hide his team’s defensive problems and improve results, the Liverpool manager has decided to contact the Ajax club for their special forward.Suarez, who was given a 7-match ban in the Eredivisie for violent conduct on the pitch, has not been enjoying the best of times since the exit of manager Martin Jol. It is hence reported that the main character of the 2010 World Cup myth “The Devil’s Hand” has asked his new coach Frank De Boer to let him leave as soon as possible.
Ex-AC Milan Coach Leonardo Set To Replace Rafa At Inter Milan – Report
Ex-AC Milan boss Leonardo could see himself resuming his coaching career at the other side of the San Siro where the atmosphere is filled the blue and black color. It has been reported that Inter Milan’s club president Massimo Moratti is actively looking to part company with Rafael Benitez following last night’s terrible 3-0 loss to Werder Bremen in the Champions League.According to FCinter1908.it, Leonardo will go into talks with Massimo Moratti to subsequently become Inter Milan’s next manager anytime soon. Meanwhile, Leonardo’s former club – AC Milan – will be in action tonight. The Rossoneri don’t have much to play for really as there’s no way they can go beyond or behind their 2nd position in Group G.
Ajax vs Real Madrid: El Clasico Won’t Spoil Champions League Momentum, Says Mourinho
Meanwhile, El Clasico is just around the corner but it seems like the ‘Special One’ is treating every match with the same level of respect. As he spoke for the first time in the past 12 days at a press conference since his two-game ban, the Real Madrid coach stated:“My lineup [against Ajax] won’t be influenced by El Clasico. It will have more to do with last week’s international agenda and with our La Liga match against Athletic Bilbao last Saturday.
“The Barcelona match will come on in a week’s time. For us, it won’t be a problem to play on a Monday. What worries me the most is the fatigue that may affect us.
Maradona Tips Mou's Real Madrid For Champions League Glory. A Bad Sign?
Maradona, who watched Los Blancos take part in a training session at Valdebebas last week, tipped the “Special One” to work out wonders in Europe for Real Madrid. As he shared his views on Mourinho and on the chances of the 9-time Champions League winners this season, Diego Maradona declared:“He will hand Real Madrid the Champions League title. You’ve got to give Mourinho some time though, so that the players will be able to understand what he wants.
“You see, the same thing happened to Inter Milan under Jose Mourinho. The Italians won their first European Cup after almost 50 years.
FIFA Ballon d’Or Award Debate: Why Was Asamoah Gyan Nominated But Not Luis Suarez?
The FIFA Ballon d’Or award’s 23-man shortlist is a controversial one which instantly provoked debates among football fans over the choices for the nominees. Spanish, Dutch, and German players were always likely to be enlisted following the exploits of their respective national teams during the 2010 FIFA World Cup. However, just as Wayne Rooney’s elimination from the nominations has surprised the public, the inclusion of Ghana’s Asamoah Gyan besides the exclusion of Uruguay and Ajax’s Luis Suarez is set to cause an interesting debate.
Taking into account each player’s 2010 FIFA World Cup achievements, which of them really deserve to be in contention for the first edition of the combined FIFA Player of the Year and Ballon d’Or awards – actually named the FIFA Ballon d’Or? What does Luis Suarez’s omission, in truth, reveals? Is it, in a way or another, as part of the punishment for his unpopular “Hand of the Devil” incident which he boldly defended despite FIFA’s criticism that was based on role model concerns?
UEFA Champions League: Ajax vs AC Milan Match Report
Just when it seems Milan's season is about to take off, they do all to defy expectations. After beating Genoa 1-0 over the weekend, Ajax was supposed to be a prime opportunity to notch up two wins in a row. However, as has become their wont, Milan scraped a draw, earning a valuable point in the process but doing little to dispel doubts.
Coach Massimiliano Allegri fielded a 4-4-2, but it was more of a diamond shape formation, which positioned Clarence Seedorf behind Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Robinho. Ronaldinho was rested.
Despite a rather bold formation, it was Ajax who took the lead. In the 23rd minute, Luis Suarez eluded Alessandro Nesta with a brilliant move, and he passed for Mounir El Hamadoui to finish after a quick shot on the turn.
UEFA Champions League: Ajax vs AC Milan Preview
Milan travel to Amsterdam to take on Ajax amidst uncertainty over who exactly is going to start the match. Many expect Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri to drop Ronaldinho and opt for a 4-4-2, which would see Clarence Seedorf behind Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Robinho. Filippo Inzaghi may also come on to play a role, but what is almost certain is that midfielder Kevin Boateng will get a rest after his committed outings for the club.
Though Milan defeated Genoa 1-0 over the weekend, the sceptics are still suspicious of the effectiveness of the team. The same old problems of lapses in concentration at Milan persist, as the Lazio game exemplified. After taking the lead against Lazio, Milan relaxed and allowed the equalizer, which had an air of inevitability about it.
AC Milan’s Ibrahimovic ‘Not Coming For Fun, But For Three Points’ Vs Ex-Club Ajax
The former Ajax, Juventus, Inter Milan, and Barcelona star striker seems to have a wild desire to achieve success with his new club AC Milan. On Tuesday night, the Rossoneri will come up against their Dutch counterparts in Holland and Zlatan Ibrahimovic is ready to take on one of his former clubs without any regret as he told Voetbal International:
“It was during my days at Ajax that I became a star. I still have friends in Armsterdam. This time, though, I’m not coming for fun, but for three points.”
Ajax’s home crowd may not see a “friendly” attitude from the Swede. It seems like Ibrahimovic has his mind set on nothing else but to help AC Milan succeed – which makes it look like his friendship with Ajax’s club and supporters will be put to bed for at least 90 minutes of football.