News Update

                           German star Toni Kroos completes Real Madrid move.

European giant Real Madrid complete the sinning of the current world cup star Toni Kroos from German club, Bayern Munich for an alleged sum of £24m.

The 24year old signed a 6 year contract which enables him at the club till the summer of 2020.     "We would like to thank Toni for his time at Bayern Munich," said Bayern chief Karl-Heinz Rummenigge. "We enjoyed some great successes together. We wish him and his family all the best in Madrid and at Real."

                             

                                       Michael Carrick out for 12 weeks

Manchester United's main man, Michael Carrick will be out of action for 12weeks after sustaining an ankle injury during traning. Even though he has undergone surgery, he would miss the pre season games and at least the first month of the season.

Carrick's absence was announced on the day Louis Van Gaal was unveiled as Manchester United new manager.

Messi Insults South Americans

 

           Messi insults Latin Americans all over the world

Argentine star footballer lionel Messi who is often regarded by many as the greatest footballer of his generation was on the verge of making history for himself a couple of days back against Germany. . The Barcelona hit-man has won almost every accolade in football except the world cup which would have made him to be listed among the likes of Pele and Madonna had it been Argentina beat Germany in the world cup final in Brazil yesterday, but unfortunately they lost  to the European giants.

 

 The Golden ball winner, Messi was so angry after the loss that he was pictured with a placard blasting Latinos that supported the victory of the Germans.

 

Here is the message on his placard in Spanish:
“la puta madre a los latinos que apoyah a los de Alemania”

When translated in English says:

            "Fuc* all Latin Americans that support Germans"

I respect Messi as a cool headed footballer but his action has proved to all football fans around the world that he is a sore loser!

 

Transfer Update

Manchester United boss Louis Van Gaal hope to sign  Arturo Vidal, Angel Di Maria and Mats Hummels in triple deal.

Louis van Gaal will officially begin work at Manchester United this week and he’s confident of agreeing a triple deal for Angel Di Maria, Arturo Vidal and Mats Hummels.
Van Gaal has declined the offer of a holiday and will take charge at Old Trafford just days after Holland’s exit from the World Cup – and he’s made three players key targets.
According to the Daily Star, Real Madrid winger Angel Di Maria remains high on his list of targets, despite PSG’s interest in the player.


Chilean midfielder Vidal, who plays for Juventus, is also a key target but United want a reduction on his £32million transfer fee before doing business.
And the club also hope to land Germany sensation Hummels, with talks with Borussia Dortmund going on for weeks for the centre back.
Deals for all three players would likely cost United in excess of £100million.

They play Brasil on Saturday for the third place

Van Gaal: "It's better to lose 7-1 than on penalties"

Holland manager Louis van Gaal has commented that in his opinion, much worse than being thrashed 7-1, as happened to Brazil in the semis, is losing on penalties - which is what happened to his team when they were sent packing.
"The team is very sad, very sad; a dream was broken that will not return", he said in Brasilia, where Holland will face Brazil in the fight for third place in the World Cup championship.
Van Gaal's men crashed out of the World Cup in the penalty shoot-out after extra time, while Brazil were slaughtered by Germany seven goals to one.
"Our aim was to be number one; we all feel bad. To lose like that is terrible. It's better to lose 7-1, because at least you lose the game. We didn't lose the game, we lost on penalties, which is sad", Van Gaal lamented. He is to have his last game as manager of the Oranje prior to his move to Manchester United.
The Dutchman at least wants his men to walk away from the World Cup as the first Dutch team to do so without having lost a game in the tournament. "That must be our next objective. We must leave unbeaten", he said.
"I am disappointed; we came here with one objective and with the self-confidence to make it, and we have shown (that it was possible). We knew that we were not the team with the highest quality, but we knew we were the hardest to beat. I said as much before the tournament began. Not reaching the final is a real shame."

Soccer Fixtures

After an incredible week of soccer, Chelsea retains its spot at the top of the table and Manchester United moves ahead of Everton clinging on to the 6th spot having the same points as Everton but ahead only as a result of goal difference.

This week also saw an amazing turn around in the la liga as Real Madrid outruns FC. Barcelona and rival Athletico Madrid after there 3-0 win against Elche and Barcelona's 3-1 loss against Real Solsidad.

A truly amazing week of football it has been.. This week promises to  be even more exiting with Manchester United and Real Madrid playing in the UEFA champions league. Here is the Fixtures of this weeks soccer matches.

Tuesday 25th February 2014

	UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - CHAMP LG ROUND OF 16
Show last 5 matches and coverage	Fixture	Kick-off	Status
	Zenit St PetersburgvBorussia Dortmund	17:00
	OlympiakosvMan Utd	19:45

Wednesday 26th February 2014

	UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - CHAMP LG ROUND OF 16
Show last 5 matches and coverage	Fixture	Kick-off	Status
	FC Schalke 04vReal Madrid	19:45
	GalatasarayvChelsea	19:45

Saturday 1st March 2014

	BARCLAYS PREMIER LEAGUE
Show last 5 matches and coverage	Fixture	Kick-off	Status
	EvertonvWest Ham	15:00
	FulhamvChelsea	15:00
	HullvNewcastle	15:00
	StokevArsenal	15:00
	SunderlandP-PWest Brom Postponed
	SouthamptonvLiverpool	17:30

Sunday 2nd March 2014

	BARCLAYS PREMIER LEAGUE
Show last 5 matches and coverage	Fixture	Kick-off	Status
	Aston VillavNorwich	16:30
	SwanseavCrystal Palace	16:30
	TottenhamvCardiff	16:30

	CAPITAL ONE CUP - FINAL
Show last 5 matches and coverage	Fixture	Kick-off	Status
	Man CityvSunderland	14:00

News Update

Angel Di Maria keen on leaving Real Madrid this summer

Real Madrid midfielder Angel Di Maria has made the decision to leave Bernabeu at the end of the season. The Argetine, who would not fail to find suitors, would cost €40 million.

Di Maria wants to slam the door on Real Madrid. While Madrid have finally decided not to punish the the Argentine for the gesture he made few weeks ago when being subbed off against Celta Vigo, the hierarchy will always consider his departure. In fact, Di Maria’s position at Madrid is at risk after Gareth Bale finding his feet at Bernabeu.

Kick Socca sources in Spain have learned that Di Maria is open to offers and would consider a summer move away from Madrid. While Paris Saint-Germain and AS Monaco have showed interest, Real Madrid has set an asking price of €40 million. But the Los Blancos are not desperate to let the midfielder depart in summer after being satisfied with Di Maria’s recent performances.

Di Maria recently defended his situation at Madrid insisting that the media speculations on his departure are false.

“My coach is on my side, he still has confidence in me. I am very quiet. The press has me in sight because I do not like talking, I prefer to play, show what I’m worth in the field. Higuain quietly marked 20 goals per season and all seasons, they said he was leaving. It seems that the press always wants you to leave Real Madrid,” said the Argentine.

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News Update

Wayne Rooney: Man Utd striker signs new £300k-a-week deal

Manchester United have confirmed that striker Wayne Rooney has signed a new five-and-a-half-year contract.

The 28-year-old England international has extended his current contract by four years in a deal worth up to £300,000 a week. Rooney moved from Everton in 2004and is 42 goals shy of passing Sir Bobby Charlton's record of 249 United goals.
He has scored 208 goals in 430 games in all competitions for the Red Devils, and will be 33 at the end of his new deal. He will become a club ambassador when he retires from the game.

United's manger David Moyes expressed his joy in securing Rooney's future. He also revealed that Rooney will become the captain of the club next season.