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France Euro 2012 profile: Review of the French National Team.
How France qualified for Euro 2012
France, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Romania, Belarus, Albania and Luxembourg; that was the final line up from top to bottom in Group D. The battle for the first spot went right down to the final moments of the UEFA Euro 2012 qualification campaign.
Between France and Bosnia-Herzegovina, there was little to differentiate. The latter finished with a 6-2-2 record while Les Bleus clinched 6 wins, 3 draws and only 1 defeat.
Arsenal should celebrate third place finish while I focus on winning titles – Samir Nasri
At Manchester City, Samir Nasri has played in 43 matches, scoring 6 goals and providing 9 assists in the process. He can now boast of having a Barclays Premier League medal round his neck and the title in his hands. On Tuesday, Samir Nasri boldly singled out Arsenal fans for a special message. Speaking with French television channel TF1, the Manchester City midfielder reminded:
“People at Arsenal tried to make out that I came here for the money. I hope they are watching me now, collecting my Premier League winner’s medal. I believe they have not won a trophy for many years now.
Chelsea vs Manchester City and the match’s big implications
Last week, AVB mocked claims of a Chelsea crisis in great fashion. The young manager made proof of leadership by inspiring the Blues to a vital victory over Valencia. As a result, the Champions League dream is still on for all Chelsea supporters. What about the prospect of winning the English Premier League? Responding to this question, Juan Mata told the press:
“If we win against City, we will have more confidence. The Premier League does not finish for another six or seven months. Nothing is impossible. They have a big points difference, but I think it [winning the title] is not impossible.”
Manchester City Duo Nasri and Dzeko on Target in Crunch EURO 2012 Qualifier
France held a one-point lead over second placed Bosnia and Herzegovina at the top of Group D, and the winner of this game in Paris would seal automatic qualification.When all was said and done the French would seal qualification to their ninth successive major tournament courtesy of a 1-1 draw. The game would have a distinct Manchester City influence, as club teammates Edin Dzeko and Samir Nasri would score both goals.
Bosnia started quickest and Senad Lulic dispossessed Anthony Reveillere only to fire into the side netting. France hit back but Loic Remy was unable to convert after being sent one on one with goalkeeper Kenan Hasagic.
Robin van Persie shows total focus on Arsenal's revival by holding off contract talks
Explaining his choice to hold off talks, Van Persie told reporters:“I still have almost two years until 2013. So for the moment that’s fine, but I don’t know. We will have to look. I’m happy with my contract, I’m good. That’s how it is, I can’t say much more.
“I can’t look into the future. The main thing for me is the team and that we play well. I do believe you have to look for a right moment to sit down and speak about your own stuff.
“It’s not only about me, it’s about the team. I don’t want to give the wrong message to speak about my own stuff while the others are a bit more important.
2011 summer transfer—10 most expensive signings: Where do Fabregas & co rank?
Cesc Fabregas, Samir Nasri and Juan Mata are of course part of this chart. Note that all transfer fees figures are as seen on Futebolbusiness.com.
1) Sergio Aguero—from Atletico Madrid to Manchester City
Kun Aguero cost Manchester City €45M. After several weeks of work behind the scenes, Atletico Madrid and the Sky Blues finally reached an agreement for the star striker who wanted his future sorted as quickly as possible. Sergio Aguero, whose Copa America goals failed to inspire Argentina to glory in July, ended his 5-year spell in the Spanish capital this summer.
At Atletico Madrid, Sergio Aguero made 234 appearances. He scored 102 goals and produced 37 assists. His transfer to Manchester City has proven to be a good one thus far. Sergio Aguero made an instant impact by scoring a formidable brace on his debut as a Sky Blue.
Gutted new signing Gervinho already dreaming about Nasri & Fabregas reunion
But following Cesc Fabregas and Samir Nasri’s departure from the Emirates Stadium, which occurred after Gervinho signed for the Gunners in July, the club has become something else. Only Robin van Persie, Arshavin and perhaps Jack Wilshere appear as the biggest stars at Arsenal.Ivory Coast international Gervinho couldn’t hide his confusion and disappointment at the present situation. The former Lille play maker declared according to Sky Sports:
“I wanted to play with Samir [Nasri] because he is a big player. His exit has left me in pain. He promised to be there this season… and then changed his mind.”
The Samir Nasri Arsenal-Manchester City transfer: Reactions in quotes
Manchester City supporters are delighted to have added Samir Nasri to their collection of superstars as the 2011/12 season promises to be big for the Sky Blues. Like Arsenal, they are in the UEFA Champions League. But unlike Arsenal, they top the English Premier League table on goal difference thanks to their perfect run after 2 Match-days.
Still on the domestic front, Manchester City are gearing up to defend their 2011 FA Cup title whereas clinching the Carling Cup is also on their to-do list. Meanwhile, things are looking fragile at the Emirates Stadium right now.
Without Cesc Fabregas and Samir Nasri, Arsene Wenger is under greater pressure to spend money and make big signings before the end of the summer transfer window. Gunners fans fear their team will experience a miserable campaign although belief and hopes remain.
Transfer roundup: Mata to Chelsea, Nasri seals Man City deal, Forlan to Inter
Juan Mata is officially a Chelsea player. The Spaniard completed his switch on Wednesday and told the press in England following his arrival:“Valencia was a big club but I have left to join a bigger club and it is all about the opportunity to win trophies and I have that here.”
Manchester City also got their star midfielder, Samir Nasri. The French international was delighted to land at Eastlands as he stated:
“Today is a big day for me, it's a new start and I'm looking forward to doing it.”
Money let Samir Nasri leave Arsenal for billionaires Manchester City—Wenger
Gunners fans may find the situation hard to take, but for Arsene Wenger it is a matter of being “realistic”. Lately, Samir Nasri’s switch to Man City had become all but obvious. Following confirmation of an agreement between the two English clubs, manager Arsene Wenger explained the situation while talking to Arsenal’s official club website.“I don’t question Samir Nasri's commitment or professionalism. If I told him ‘you come with us and play [against Udinese]’, he would have played like he did on Saturday. But you wonder what kind of a commitment you can have.”
Nasri featured in Arsenal’s 2-0 lost at home to Liverpool last weekend but was not expected to represent the Gunners in the UEFA Champions League playoffs. The French international’s contract at Arsenal was set to expire in June 2012 and Arsene Wenger avowed that the ultimate solution for the club was to sell the player.
Blanc glad to see departing Samir Nasri in talks for an Arsenal exit
Despite the numerous reports and debates about Samir Nasri’s future that have hit the news, many Arsenal fans refuse to believe that the France international won’t represent the club’s colors during the 2011/12 season. It is understood, however, that Manchester City is Nasri’s likeliest destination this summer. The player is yet to sign a new contract with Arsenal and as things stand, he will become a free agent in June 2012—the date when his current contract will expire. On Tuesday, France coach Laurent Blanc was quizzed on Samir Nasri’s career to which he responded:
Arsenal’s Fabregas & Nasri transfer cases: ‘Smart’ Wenger winning them?
Don’t underestimate Arsene Wenger’s skills on the transfer market. The French man may not be a big money signings achiever, but since Thierry Henry’s departure, he surely knows how to prevent his top assets from leaving the Emirates Stadium where no trophies have been won so far.
Football fans are all aware of the saga involving Cesc Fabregas and Barcelona. The same type of issues currently puts Samir Nasri in transfer exit speculations. But Fabregas and Nasri have developed into the Gunners’ most important players, so Arsene Wenger wouldn’t want to lose any of them.
Arsenal are already in a delicate situation: pre-season results haven’t been very positive, they have a 6-year title drought to end and they are now facing a bigger challenge for domestic success with billionaires Manchester City joining the race. Pundits believe that there’s some misunderstanding between the ambitions of Arsenal’s chiefs and the ambitions of Arsenal’s supporters. The club’s performance on the transfer market seems to highlight this.
Nasri to snub £115,000-a-week deal, ready to leave Arsenal on a free transfer
Arsene Wenger’s Arsenal are in serious trouble as playmaker Samir Nasri is refusing to put pen to paper for a £115,000-a-week contract to be finalized. According to The Sun, the French midfielder shared this news with his Arsenal team mates whom he expects to leave. Manchester City have expressed desire in landing Samir Nasri and the player is ready to play the perfect game for the Sky Blues’ £20M offer to work out this summer. Arsenal are now in a difficult situation because Nasri’s contract expires next year—meaning that the Gunners will get nothing in terms of money as the player will become a free agent.
Wenger Convinced On Fabregas' Future But Still Unsure With Nasri
Samir Nasri's future has been one of the most heated discussion in recent times after the Arsenal playmaker apparently stated his desire of leaving the Gunners. Manchester United have been identified potential suitors but the likes of Bayern Munich and Manchester City have reportedly joined the race.With Nasri's future still lingering in doubt, the last thing Arsenal would want is to lose Cesc Fabregas. However, Wenger is confident that the former Barcelona player will not leave Emirates this summer.
"The Spanish press has been speculating about this for ages now. Let me be clear about this: Fabregas has been with Arsenal for a long time and he will stay here"
Arsenal Transfer Rumors: Walcott Worried About Potential Nasri Departure
Samir Nasri has been the hot subject of transfer rumors over the past one week as lots of reports emerged over a potential move to Old Trafford for the Frenchman. Nasri, who currently has one more year in his contract, is apparently demanding a similar wage to what Fabregas is currently earning.Arsene Wenger admitted that talks between the club and Nasri did reach a stumbling block and the man himself did no better by asking United to make their reported interest in him clear. Now, Walcott is hopeful over Nasri's situation, claiming that he's a very important member of Arsenal's dressing room.
Samir Nasri Hints At Arsenal Departure And Conservative On United's Interest
Arsenal midfielder Samir Nasri has placed his Arsenal future under massive doubts after he admitted that he is still unsure over a new contract with the Gunners. This news comes days after Arsene Wenger also admitted that contract negotiations with Nasri reached a stumbling block. Samir Nasri's current deal will expire next summer and there is already reported interest from their imminent rivals, Manchester United. Wenger is not interested in losing him but he has apparently given a deadline until July for Nasri to sign a new contract or be sold after that.
Transfer Debate: Must “Petit Prince” Nasri Leave Arsenal For Manchester United?
Samir Nasri is often been compared to Zinedine Zidane but football analysts believe that the French midfielder has some way to go before becoming the player he’s expected to be. His movement, his pace, his accuracy in terms of passes have made him one of the most talented midfielders in Europe currently.
However, some think it’s a shame that Nasri’s team work has so far not been rewarded with cup success; Manchester United’s Patrice Evra is part of this group of people. On Wednesday, The Sun quoted the defender as saying:
“If Samir [Nasri] comes [to Manchester United], he has to know there is no room for mistakes. Each year, you are playing to win. That’s Manchester United's culture.
PFA Award Nomination: A Closer Look At The Seven-Man Shortlist
It has been grandiloquent season of football in the English Premier League as talented athletes from the best teams in England provided first class entertainment to millions of global fans worldwide. Teams like Blackpool and Bolton have impressed people from all walks of life while traditional forces which include Manchester United, Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea provided their fair share of entertainment and shocks as well.
What are the barriers to success in the Premier League? Is it holding onto a lead or is it playing at a high tempo? We all talk about hunger and desire but are there barriers in the lower ranked clubs that act against the real quest for success in top half of the Premier League? It's pretty simple in fact. Everybody knows how big-name players are needed to add that little bit of magic into a particular team.
This is perhaps the fundamental reason that separates the best clubs in England and the minor clubs. That little bit of 'class' that stands out among certain players have helped their respective clubs shine when it all mattered in the so called 'best' league in the world. Nonetheless, PFA have shortlisted seven individuals who have impressed throughout the course of this season and Live Soccer TV provides a closer look at those selected ones.
Arsenal’s Arsene Wenger and Nasri Receive One-Match Ban: UEFA’s Final Decision
The two Gunners were thrown into anger after a controversial decision from the notorious official completely tossed Arsenal out of their Champions League game against Barcelona at the Nou Camp. The English giants were already barely in control at the time the major turnaround sealed the hosts’ success in the Round of 16—but it is in fact the unjustifiable stealing of the Londoners’ gigantic opportunity to survive, which utterly caused Wenger and Nasri to pester Busacca over his key decision.Van Persie’s sending off for kicking the ball a second after the referee had blown his whistle for offside has yet to get some reason. However, the Union of European Football Associations is not ready to encourage Arsenal’s conduct subsequent to the “skirmish”.
UEFA’s Verdict On Arsenal's Trio Means Football’s Not Ready For All Emotions
The issue of justice has always been questioned in the world of football and it will probably always remain this way. At times, blatant mistakes from officials keep going uncorrected and terrible tackles from players go unpunished only to tarnish the aim of the beautiful game which is to entertain and unite, instead of creating strong resentment between its fans.
In England recently, Manchester United were in the middle of two different types of controversial judgement. Firstly, their striker Wayne Rooney escaped a ban from the FA after being guilty of an elbow incident against Wigan’s McCarthy which appeared to be worth a red card.
And while Fergie’s Red Devils celebrated the final verdict with much relief, a portion of the public was left shocked and angered. Wigan’s furious Dave Whelan even went on to wonder whether the FA had “one set of rules for one club and another for the rest”.