Monday, February 27, 2012

If you missed the show this morning.. Here is the summary

  • Dominican University men club team. Played Sonoma State this past Sunday. Next game vs Chico at home. 18th March 2012.
  • Premier League Standing
  • La liga Standing
  • Seria A standing
  • Goal line technology.. Juventus vs AC Milan (1-1). Sulley Muntari goal went in but wasn’t given. Buffon says he didn’t see it crossing the line.

Wembley final - Liverpool Carling cup champions. Cardiff City 2-2 Liverpool (2-3 on penalties)

Arsenal 5-2 Tottenham... Wenger very excited.

The Gunners boss believes his side's stirring comeback win at home against its north London rival proves that rumors of the club's demise have been greatly exaggerated.

Arsenal's Robin van Persie puts contract talks on hold

The Gunners' Dutch skipper has paused any potential negotiations about a new deal until the end of the season as he believes playing football for the club is more important

Arsenal fans demand answers on lack of signings at Supporters' Trust meeting

Unhappy Gunners supporters discussed a number of issues including lack of transfer activity, season ticket prices and the club's inefficient wage bill

Norwich City 1-2 Manchester United: Ryan Giggs marks 900th game with dramatic winner

The visitors had been below par for much of the match, Paul Scholes' early opener giving way to a late Grant Holt equalizer that the home fans thought had secured a point.

Manchester United 1-2 Ajax (Agg: 3-2):

The Red Devils continue in the Europa League even though they suffered a loss at Old Trafford, with the Dutch side more than a match for the Premier League team on Thursday.

Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas admits Frank Lampard and Ashley Cole questioned his Napoli team selection

The Portuguese has conceded the England internationals were disappointed at his decision to leave them out, while bemoaning his side's lack of quality in the 3-1 defeat in Naples

Napoli's Lavezzi makes light of Maradona comparisons after Chelsea heroics

"Don't call me Diego - I am 'El Pocho'," the forward told Sky Sport Italia with a wry smile on his face. "I was expecting a victory for the team. I was confident that we would do well. It was important to win, playing a beautiful game."

Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas hoping to have captain John Terry back in 'four weeks'

Stamford Bridge captain has missed the last five games with a knee injury and was originally expected to be out for up to two months but may return sooner.

Rayo 0-1 Real Madrid: Impudent backheel from Ronaldo proves decisive as Jose Mourinho's men edge ever closer to La Liga title

Los Blancos recorded their 21st win of the season in a hotly-contested capital derby, moving 13 points clear of Pep Guardiola's Barcelona in the process

'Messi's genius left us with nothing' - Atletico Madrid's Simeone after Barcelona defeat

The coach graciously accepted the defeat against Catalans, singling out his compatriot for praise, and refused to be drawn to talk about the referee's performance

Ganso denies being jealous of Santos teammate Neymar

The 22-year-old midfielder, who has a contract with the Sao Paulo-based club until 2015, emphasized his strong friendship with his teammate and revealed that he will ask him to become the godfather of his son.

"The rumor has made me upset because it never happened

Indoor soccer team says Allen Iverson wouldn't have to practice if he agrees on unusual deal

To market Major Indoor Soccer League better, the Rochester Lancers reached out to the former NBA MVP and he could play goalkeeper for the squad as soon as this weekend. Former NBA superstar Allen Iverson and the game of soccer aren't a pairing that most sports fans would expect.

Yet, for $20,000 a game, the Rochester Lancers of the Major Indoor Soccer League are willing to gamble on just how well his athleticism will translate into the beautiful game. And no worries A.I., you won't have to practice if you agree to play.

AC Milan's Ibrahimovic struck woman with his car

According to numerous Italian media sources, the Sweden international was exiting Milanello in his black Audi A3 when the woman, who had been hoping to grab a couple of quick words with the player, was struck by the one of the vehicle's mirrors. The unidentified blonde was then taken to the hospital, where she was treated for injuries to her hand.

Ibrahimovic had not been aware of the impact at the time and only learned of the incident upon returning home.

The non-accredited journalist has now reportedly filed a complaint against the 30-year-old striker.

Dani Alves: Barcelona nothing without Guardiola

"I think that Guardiola will sign again because without him we're nothing," the Brazil international said. "Without him we'd lose our anchor and we'd drift away. Guardiola has given us stability." However, should Guardiola opt to move on, Dani Alves argued that it would be impossible for anyone to accuse the former Spain international of leaving the club in the lurch.

"If he decides not to stay on, it wouldn't be a betrayal of Barca," the right back insisted. "You need a happy medium in life. If he goes, everything he's done for the club will remain."

Carlos Tevez apologizes for three-month Manchester City absence

Argentina international has been out of the first-team picture since refusing to warm-up during the club's Champions League defeat to Bayern Munich back in October

Ranieri: I will not resign from Inter

The Nerazzurri boss was defiant in the face of adversity after telling reporters he will not step down from his role, and is confident his side will eventually banish their demons

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Champions League action, EUFA, Premier League, La liga

Kudos to the newly formed Dominican club team. They played Chico State on 18th Feb 2o12. Next game Sonoma state.



If you missed the show on 20th Feb 2011.. here is the recap

  • Uefa appeals body reduces Rooney's ban to two
  • Napoli coach Mazzari banned for Chelsea matches
  • Messi is youngest Barcelona player to make 200 league appearances
  • Sir Alex Ferguson tips Ryan Giggs to be his successor
  • Antonia Valencia sidelined for one month after picking up an injury during Europa league
  • Player profile: Wayne Rooney
  • Balotelli in the score sheet
  • Man United 2 -0 Ajax
  • Porto 1-2 Man City
  • Ibrahimovic punishes Arsenal
  • AC Milan 4-0 Arsenal

Police arrest 142 fans in Amsterdam ahead of Manchester United's Europa League game against Ajax

Football fans of the Dutch giants were detained alongside supporters of Belgian side Anderlecht after they were trying to organize confrontation with traveling English fans.

Dutch police arrested 142 fans on Wednesday night in Amsterdam ahead of Manchester United’s Europa League tie with Ajax.

Fans of the traveling English side were the target of potential trouble in Amsterdam as supporters of Ajax and Belgian side Anderlecht, which was in the Netherlands ahead of its Europa League tie against AZ Alkmaar, tried to organize hostility.

Sir Alex Ferguson confirms Antonio Valencia will be sidelined for a month

Ecuador winger came on as a substitute in the win at Ajax but, after playing a vital role in the second goal, was forced off and is set for another spell on the sidelines.

The injury comes as a big blow for both United and Valencia with the Ecuador international finally finding some form recently, earning rave reviews for his performances on the right wing while Nani remained injured.

Valencia could miss up to four matches with the visits of Ajax, and West Brom, and the trips to Tottenham and Norwich all on the horizon

Arsene Wenger slams ‘poor’ Arsenal performance and rules out Champions League progression after Milan thrashing

The Gunners fell to a 4-0 defeat at San Siro on Wednesday, with the Frenchman stating his side was 'never in the game' as Boateng, Robinho and Ibrahimovic were all on target

Silvio Berlusconi confident AC Milan has overcome 'British taboo' after mauling of Arsenal

The Rossoneri chief has voiced his delight with the 4-0 win, while stating that Massimiliano Allegri's men are better than Juventus and that he never wanted Carlos Tevez

Silvio Berlusconi is hopeful AC Milan has finally dispelled their woes against Premier League clubs in the Champions League, after consigning Arsenal to a 4-0 defeat on Wednesday.

The Serie A holders had been knocked out by English sides at the second round stage for the past four years, but are now well on their way to halting their fruitless run following a comfortable first leg win at San Siro - a feat the former Italian prime minister could only revel in.

"Indeed, British clubs had become a taboo for us, even though the national team have not won [trophies] for many years," Berlusconi told Sky Sport Italia. "However I'm confident [we can break it]."

Report: Sir Alex Ferguson tips Ryan Giggs to be his successor

The 70 year-old Manchester United manager has tipped the 38 year-old former Wales international as a serious contender to take over the reins at Old Trafford when he retires.

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has reportedly tipped Ryan Giggs to be his heir to the managerial hot seat at the club when he retires from the game.

The issue of succession has long been a source of conflict at the club, with many potential candidates having fallen by the wayside in recent years.

Ferguson's most recent plan was to continue at the helm until the 2013-14 season, but he has since reneged on setting himself such a strict deadline regarding his retirement date.

Giggs, who will turn 39 next season, was recently linked with the vacant role as Wales manager after the sad death of Gary Speed, and the player is thought to be keen to stay involved with the game once he hangs up his boots.

Napoli coach Mazzarri banned for Chelsea matches

SSC Napoli coach Walter Mazzarri will be banned from carrying out his duties in both legs of the UEFA Champions League tie against Chelsea FC after a decision by UEFA's Appeals Body.

SSC Napoli coach Walter Mazzarri has been banned from "carrying out his function" for the two UEFA Champions League round of 16 matches against Chelsea FC, on 21 February in Italy and 14 March in England, following a decision by the UEFA Appeals Body.

The Appeals Body has rejected an appeal by Mazzarri against the two-match suspension handed down by the UEFA Control and Disciplinary Body in January for improper conduct at the UEFA Champions League Group A game against Villarreal CF in Spain on 7 December.

A cross-appeal by UEFA's disciplinary inspector was partially admitted. Consequently, Mazzarri is now banned for three UEFA competition matches, with enforcement of the third game suspended for a probationary period of two years.

Appeals Body gives two-match ban to Rooney

England forward Wayne Rooney's three-match suspension has been cut to a two-game ban by UEFA's Appeals Body, with an additional one-match penalty suspended for four years.

The UEFA Appeals Body has reduced a suspension imposed on England striker Wayne Rooney at a hearing in Nyon.

The Appeals Body today decided that the player's red card during the UEFA EURO 2012 qualifier in Montenegro on 7 October should incur a two-match suspension, with a further one-game ban for UEFA national team competition matches only (UEFA EURO 2012 and/or UEFA EURO 2016) suspended for four years, instead of the three-match ban handed down by UEFA's Control and Disciplinary Body on 13 October.

Rooney, who will also spend a day supporting a UEFA project as part of the sentence, was sent off in the 74th minute of the 2-2 Group G draw in Podgorica. He will be banned for England's opening two UEFA EURO 2012 matches against France and Sweden but will be eligible for their final Group D fixture against Ukraine.

Lionel Messi becomes youngest Barcelona player ever to make 200 league appearances

The Argentina international is set to rack up two centuries worth of La Liga matches in the game against Valencia at the weekend, setting a new Blaugrana record due to his age.

Barcelona's Lionel Messi breaks competition record with 19th strike in knockout games

The Argentine, still only 24, surpassed Raul and Andriy Shevchenko with his late strike away to Bayer Leverkusen on Tuesday night. Goles, it is often said in the Spanish-speaking world, are amores. And if that is indeed the case, Lionel Messi surely has plenty of love in his life right now.

The Ballon d'Or winner scored an incredible 53 in all competitions last term and has already added an astonishing 37 in 2010-12 for Barca, playing - as always - with plenty of heart.

So it is perhaps fitting that on Saint Valentine's Day, the much-admired Argentine created his own celebration of love by breaking yet another record, as he surpassed the mark set for goals scored in the knockout stages of the Champions League in Germany on Tuesday, with his 19th strike in games played at the business end of the tournament.

Messi had scored six against Arsenal and 12 others before Tuesday, versus Real Madrid (two), Manchester United (two), Bayern Munich (two), Celtic (two), VfB Stuttgart (two), Lyon (one) and Shakhtar Donetsk (one), to bring up 18 in total, leaving Leo level - at the age of just 24 - with Raul and Andriy Shevchenko, now in their mid-30s and on the verge of retirement from the game.

PLAYER

CLUB

PERIOD

GOALS

Lionel Messi

Barcelona

2005-

19

Raul

Real Madrid/Schalke

1995-

18

Andriy Shevchenko

D. Kiev/AC Milan/Chelsea

1994-

18

Filippo Inzaghi

Juventus/AC Milan

1997-

16

Wayne Rooney

Manchester United

2004-

14


Messi now has 44 goals in Europe's premier club competition, leaving him sixth on the tournament's all-time list of top goalscorers - behind Raul (71), Ruud van Nistelrooy (56), Thierry Henry (55), Shevchenko (48) and Inzaghi (46) while Cristiano Ronaldo, incidentally, is in 10th place with 31. But almost half of his goals have come in the knockout stages, which is a measure of Barca's success in the competition over the last few years.