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Today’s Champions Leagye draw set up another Battle of Britain and will see Kaka return to the San Siro against AC Milan.

Harry Redknapp’s Tottenham, who secured their first appearance in the Champions League group stage with yesterday’s 4-0 win over Young Boys, were rewarded with a place in Group A alongside Italian holders Inter Milan, Germany’s Werder Bremen and Steve McClaren’s former club FC Twente.

Chelsea, among the top seeds, were matched with France’s Marseille, Russia’s Spartak Moscow and Slovakia’s MSK Zilina in Group F.

Arsenal, meanwhile, appeared to have the most straightforward assignment after drawing Ukrainian side Shakhtar Donetsk, Braga of Portugal and Serbian outfit Partizan Belgrade in Group H.

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Inter Milan v Panathinaikos August 3rd in Toronto

by David Wilson on June 29, 2010

Luci a San Siro - 15 febbraio 2009I wrote earlier that the Real Madrid v LA Galaxy game replaces the Galaxy v Inter Milan game for that same day. But it did not take Inter Milan long to find another opponent for its North American tour announcing that they will play Panathinaikos at the Rogers Centre in Toronto on Tuesday August 3rd, 2010 at 8:00 PM. Buy Inter Milan v Panathinaikos Tickets

The game is being billed as at Clash of Champions as Inter are the 2010 Champions League, Scudetto and Coppa Italia winners while Panathinaikos won the 2010 Greek Super League and Greek Cup.

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Real Madrid v LA Galaxy on August 7th

by David Wilson on June 29, 2010

The LA Galaxy has announced that their game against Champions League and Serie A winners Inter Milan, scheduled to be played August 7th has been postponed and instead the Galaxy will play Real Madrid that same day at the Rose Bowl. Buy Real Madrid v LA Galaxy Tickets

Not a bad replacement game! Last season the Galaxy played Barcelona in front of over 93,000 fans at the Rose Bowl and I would expect the crowd to see Real Madrid play to be similar in size.

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Mexico and France Unhappy After Day One

by David Wilson on June 11, 2010

France and Mexico have to be kicking themselves tonight as they both missed golden opportunities to take control of Group A and take a  huge step towards the knockout stages.

Mexico had to feel confident that it would beat South Africa in the opening game of the World Cup. They are ranked 17th and facing an opponent that is ranked 83rd.

Mexico started off well and should have scored after only two minutes when South Africa goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune fumbled a low cross. Giovani dos Santos had a chance for an easy shot, but South Africa captain Aaron Mokoena blocked it.

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Glasgow Celtic will meet Portugal’s Sporting Lisbon on July 21 at Boston’s Historic Fenway Park. This will be the 19th soccer match played at Fenway and the first since 1968. Buy Celtic v Sporting Lisbon Tickets.

“During its 98-year history, Fenway Park has been privileged to witness some of the best in athletic competition, not only in baseball, but in football, boxing and most recently in hockey with the 2010 NHL Winter Classic. This match is a tremendous opportunity to highlight some of the top talent in the soccer world, and we want to thank Celtic F.C. and Sporting C.P. for bringing the sport here for the first time in over 40 years,” said Sam Kennedy, EVP/COO of the Boston Red Sox and President of Fenway Sports Group. “As the world celebrates football with the 2010 World Cup, the Fenway Football Challenge will provide New Englanders the opportunity to witness two international clubs – each with a rich heritage and a passionate regional fan base.”

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US To Play Brazil At New Meadowlands August 10

by David Wilson on May 28, 2010

Seleção Brasileira - BrasilU.S. Soccer has announced the United States will play Brazil in a friendly on August 10th at the New Meadowlands Stadium. This will be Brazil’s first appearance in the New York area in 14 years and the New Meadowlands should be filled for this game. Buy U.S. v Brazil Tickets

“It is always an exciting opportunity when you have the chance to play one of the best teams in the world,” said U.S. head coach Bob Bradley. “We are constantly seeking ways to challenge our team and continue to raise the bar, and these types of matches are an important part of that process. The New York metropolitan area is home to some of the best soccer fans in the country, and we expect it will be a tremendous crowd at the New Meadowlands Stadium.”

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Champions League Winners Coming To America

by David Wilson on May 24, 2010

The 2010 UEFA Champions League Winners Inter Milan will be touring the U.S. again this summer. Details are coming out in dribs and drabs but at the moment Inter has two games scheduled.

Inter will kick off their pre-season with a game against the Premier League’s Manchester City in Baltimore on July 31st. Last summer’s friendly between AC Milan and Chelsea at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore was held in front of a sold-out crowd of 71,000 and I expect this game to sell out also.

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Philadelphia Union v Celtic on July 14th

by David Wilson on May 12, 2010

The Celtic teamThe Philadelphia Union have added a second major international friendly to their schedule with the news that they will play Glasgow Celtic at PPL Park on July 14 (8 p.m. ET). Buy Philadelphia Union v Celtic Tickets

The game against the Scottish giants replaces the previously announced match-up against La Liga’s third best club, Valencia.

“Unfortunately that game [vs. Valencia] will not be played this year,” said Philadelphia Union President Tom Veit in a statement. “Valencia and their appointed promoter have backed out of the agreement that was reached with the Union and other MLS teams.”

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Champions League Champions Inter Milan will meet the Premier League‘s Manchester City in Baltimore on July 31st. A press conference regarding the announcement is scheduled for next week. Buy Inter Milan v Manchester City Tickets

Last summer’s friendly between AC Milan and Chelsea at M&T Bank Stadium was held in front of a sold-out crowd of 71,000.

Manchester City, the richest team in football, finished in fifth place in the English Premier League. Inter Milan leads Italy’s Serie A with one week to go and is on track for a historic treble is they can win their next two games.

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Manchester United will play four games in the United States and Canada as part of a preseason North American tour.

The Red Devils will arrive in Chicago, home of new shirt sponsor Aon Corp., on July 12 for training and then meet Celtic on July 16 at Toronto’s Rogers Center. The 18-time English champions play the Philadelphia Union five days later at Lincoln Financial Field and meet the Kansas City Wizards on July 25 at Arrowhead Stadium.

Manchester United plays in the MLS All-Star game against the league’s top players on July 28 at Houston’s Reliant Stadium.

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