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Chelsea Defender Branislav Ivanovic Suffers EURO 2012 Heartbreak in Slovenia
Serbia traveled to face Slovenia in their final Group C qualifier knowing a win would be enough to guide them into a EURO 2012 qualifying playoff.
Serbia entered this game unbeaten in their previous five qualifying games, and had drawn 1-1 with group leaders Italy over the weekend.Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic had played in eight of Serbia’s qualifying games, and scored the goal for his country during the draw with Italy.
In Slovenia, Ivanovic played his role during an opening half hour when both defenses were on top, and very few clear goal scoring chances were created.
Serbia conceded a free kick during injury time at the end of the first half, and would go on to pay a hefty price. Dare Vrsic stepped up for Slovenia, and fired a fantastic effort into the top corner beyond the despairing dive of Bojan Jorgacevic.
Chelsea Vs Manchester City: City Are Not Convincing Enough - Ivanovic
Ahead of a crucial match against Manchester City, Chelsea defender has questioned the team spirit of City by stating that they do not play as a team.
Manchester City will visit Chelsea later today in a clash being billed as one of the most important fixture in their hopes of securing a Champions League spot for next season. With Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal all failing to win yesterday, tonight's match represents a massive chance for either team to boost their hopes for Champions League football next season.Nonetheless, Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic has intensified the encounter by stating that Manchester City are not convincing enough because they do not play as a team.