United Send Over Second Bid for Dimitar Berbatov

Posted on August 25, 2008 - Filed Under Man Utd., Premier League | Leave a Comment

Sir Alex and Manchester United are determined to land elite striker Dimitar Berbatov.  The Red Devils are desperate to bring in an attacking option as the club looks to defend its Premiership and UEFA Champions League crowns.  Luckily for United, the relationship between Berbatov and Spurs’ manager Juande Ramos is severely strained following the Bulgarian international’s recent antics.  Only his teammates know what effect his constant transfer requests have had on the locker room.  Berbatov, who has been hankering for a move out of London for several weeks, was also photographed autographing a Manchester United shirt in his home country.

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Sir Alex Informally Approached to Manage an All-Britain Olympic Squad in 2012

Posted on August 25, 2008 - Filed Under Man Utd., News | Leave a Comment

Prime Minister Gordon Brown has stated that Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has been informally approached to lead an all-Britain squad in 2012 when the games come to London.  The Prime Minister is hoping to see both a men’s and women’s team fielded in the Olympic tournament.  In the past, Britain has not entered because the four home countries - England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland - compete separately in other international tournaments such as the World Cup.  The Prime Minister has held talks with FIFA president Sepp Blatter hoping to secure this compromise for the London-based games.  After, the home nations’ football associations will have to agree to the all-Britain idea.

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Is Anderson Really the Answer?

Posted on August 20, 2008 - Filed Under Man Utd., Premier League | Leave a Comment

Reports have surfaced alluding to Sir Alex’s upcoming decision to rush Anderson back from the Olympics.  United is dealing with a rash of injuries and the 20-year-old midfielder could be called upon.   The club now enters Monday’s Premiership showdown with Portsmouth sans Ronaldo and Owen Hargreaves as well as potentially Michael Carrick and Ryan Giggs.   Anderson will no doubt provide a solid attacking option, but is he really going to cure all of United’s offensive woes?

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Premier League Week One Winners and Losers

Posted on August 19, 2008 - Filed Under Chelsea, Man Utd., Premier League | Leave a Comment

A look at who were the winners and losers in the first week of the English Premier League.

Winners

Chelsea
Chelsea set down an early marker with a 4-0 demolition of Portsmouth. Luiz Felipe Scolari’s Chelsea looked really good with Deco pulling the strings behind Anelka. The ease of the  victory will cause some sleepless nights at Anfield and Old Trafford.

Hull City
Hull have already tied Derby County for wins in the Premiership. The city of Hull is rocking and Hull fans should enjoy the feeing. It will be a long season for them!

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One Down Six To Go For Manchester United

Posted on August 11, 2008 - Filed Under Man Utd. | Leave a Comment

Chelsea coach Luiz Felipe Scolari has already gone on record as saying that he wants to target the quadruple this season. The quadruple being the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup and  Carling Cup.

Manchester united coach Alex Ferguson has not been as brash, but with seven potential trophies this year, Fergie could well do the septuple. With the Charity Shield already taken care of, we look are the other six potential trophies that Manchester United could win this season.

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Sir Alex Looks to Add a Touch of Klass

Posted on August 10, 2008 - Filed Under Europe, Man Utd., Premier League | Leave a Comment

Tottenham striker Dimitar Berbatov appears keen to remain in London which could force Sir Alex to mount a bid for Ajax star Klaas-Jan Huntelaar.  Spurs were ready to accept United’s beefed up bid which was reported at £28m; however, the 27-year-old Bulgarian made it known that he wanted to wait to move till manager Juande Ramos secured an attacking replacement.  This taxed Sir Alex’s patience and he knows appears ready to move on with Huntelaar a favorite to top his list.  The 24-year-old Dutch international has been a proficient goal scorer while in the Netherlands.  The Hunter helped guide the Netherlands to the 2006 UEFA European Under-21 Football Championship.  He has played for Ajax since 2005.

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EPL Preview Week 1

Posted on August 9, 2008 - Filed Under Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Man Utd., Premier League | 1 Comment

A look at the first week of action in the English Premier League

Arsenal  v  West Brom: What a welcome to the Premier League for the Baggies. Arsenal at the Emirates in the sun on a prefect playing service. Scott Carson will be busy in this one as Arsenal romp to an easy win. - Buy Arsenal - West Bromwich Albion Tickets

Bolton  v  Stoke City. This will be an interesting meeting between two teams I expect to be around the relegation zone all season. Opening ties can throw up some upsets and I think that Stoke might be able to steal at point at the Reebok. - Buy Bolton Wanderers - Stoke City Tickets

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Blackburn Brings In Roque’s Little Bro

Posted on August 7, 2008 - Filed Under Europe, Man Utd., Premier League | Leave a Comment

Premiership side Blackburn Rovers have agreed to terms with Roque Santa Cruz’s little brother Julio.  The 18-year-old forward comes to Rovers via Paraguay and upon international clearance will sign a three-year contract with the club.  Julio enjoyed two trials with Blackburn before agreeing to terms.  The move further shores up Blackburn’s chances to retain last season’s sensation.  Roque recently noted that he is happy at Elwood Park.

In other news, even after hearing of Ronaldo’s reassurance to remain at the club, United was unable to score against Serie A power Juventus and the match ended 0-0.  It was the club’s final warm-up before Sunday’s match with Portsmouth for the Community Shield. 

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Ronaldo Says I’m Saying

Posted on August 6, 2008 - Filed Under Man Utd. | Leave a Comment

Christano Ronaldo finally broke his media silence on Wednesday and said that he was staying at Old Trafford for at least one more season.

Ronaldo was quoted in the Spanish paper Publico as saying:

“Sir Alex Ferguson heard my arguments, I heard his and, in fact, it was settled that the best for both parties would be for me to stay. Therefore, I can confirm that, next season, I will play for Manchester United. Before rumours emerge saying that I will play against my will, I want to make this clear - whoever says or writes that is lying. I will play for Manchester with all my heart and soul. I will fight and honour that shirt with the same commitment and dedication as always.”

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Real Madrid Adds Another Dutchman to the Mix

Posted on August 5, 2008 - Filed Under Arsenal, Europe, La Liga, Man Utd., Premier League, Real Madrid | 1 Comment

The La Liga outfit now sports four Dutch internationals after today’s official announcement concerning the acquisition of midfielder Rafael van der Vaart.  The 25-year-old has penned a five-year contract.  Along with winger Arjen Robben, forward Ruud van Nistelrooy, midfielder Wesley Sneijder, and youngster Royston Drenthe, Real Madrid looks prepared to field an Oranje-centric squad.  Sneijder, Robben, van der Vaart, and van Nistelrooy all factored into the Netherlands performance at Euro 2008.  Sneijder was named to the Euro 2008 Team of the Tournament.  The foursome also accounted for five goals this past  June.

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