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    Thursday
    Jul172014

    Gunners Star Talked About For The Wrong Reasons - Why Jack Wilshere Can Make It At Arsenal

    Once every so often you get a talent that comes a long and everyone is very excited, especially after that first performance. It all starts when positive vibes are felt by coaches at the club, then by the manager and then the players begin to comment on the player. Former legends also begin to have their say and suddenly you have national newspapers claiming he's the next Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo.

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    Thursday
    May012014

    Former Arsenal Captain Linked With A Return To England - Should Gunners Make A Move?

    Sky Sports Spanish football expert Guillem Balague revealed last night on Revista de la Liga the departures from Barcelona this summer and that could include Fabregas.

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    Monday
    Mar102014

    Trouble In La Liga: Why Barcelona Are At A Crossroads 

    The shock of the weekend came at the Estadio Nuevo Jose Zorrilla, where Real Valladolid climbed out of the relegation zone after a shock 1-0 victory over Barcelona.

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    Wednesday
    Jul242013

    Summer signings - players that might move (Video)

    In the third and final part of my transfer assessment, I focus on the players that are regularly being linked with moves to new clubs but haven't yet agreed to sign for their prospective admirers.

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    Wednesday
    Jul172013

    Thiago sale is a mistake (Video)

    Bayern Munich's signing of midfielder Thiago Alcantara from Barcelona has left many people questioning what the Spanish club is up to. The 22-year-old, who has already played a fair amount of first team football at the Camp Nou over the past few seasons, was apparently unhappy at not being assured of regular first team action. No doubt that Pep Guardiola has had an important influence on this transfer and with a £22m deal sealing the move, it would appear that he will line-up alongside Bastian Schweinsteiger in their midfield next season. Why then were Barcelona unable to convince him to stay?

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    Wednesday
    Jul032013

    Andres Iniesta: poetry in motion (Video)

    Whilst Xavi takes a lot of praise for his passing ability for Spain, and Lionel Messi receives all the plaudits for his goalscoring talent at Barcelona, there is one player that makes both of these fantastic individuals look so good on a regular basis yet receives far less media attention.

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    Tuesday
    Jul022013

    Where did Spain go wrong against Brazil? Have they been found out?

    If there is one criticism about the all-conquering Spanish national team it is that they can be boring to watch. The endless passing, nice triangles and interchanging of positions are all done as they wait for the crucial moment when their opponents make a mistake and they can suddenly attack. However, as we witnessed during the semi-final of the Confederations Cup against Italy, what do they do when the rival team is well organised, disciplined and happy for them to have the ball?

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    Wednesday
    Jun192013

    Chelsea favourite on the move?

    For a key cog in the creative hub of Chelsea's front-line, one could be forgiven for scoffing at the notion that Juan Mata may well be on his way out of the London club. 

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    Wednesday
    Jun122013

    Where next for Barcelona youngster? Does the Premier League beckon?

    Over the years La Masia, Barcelona's famed youth production line, has churned out some wonderful players. 

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    Saturday
    Jun012013

    Brazilian star will shine at Barcelona

    Brazilian side Santos has said goodbye to one of the greatest talents in football today, that is Brazilian star Neymar.

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    Tuesday
    May142013

    Paul Scholes' final farewell

    Whilst Sir Alex Ferguson has taken all of the headlines regarding his impending retirement as manager of Manchester United, another man is also about to call time upon his Old Trafford career. Quiet, media shy and always keen to avoid the spotlight; Paul Scholes is the third highest appearance holder at the club and has blossomed into one of the finest midfielders in the world under the tutelage of his boss. Now he is set to bow out in just the way he would want; without a lot of fuss made over him and with a Premier League medal to add to his impressive collection.

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    Saturday
    May042013

    A closer look at a Barcelona superstar - The Xavi turn (Video)

    It is hard to believe that Xavi is 33-years-old. 

    The Barcelona midfielder has been such mainstay in the Catalan's club starting XI that it is odd to think of it without him.

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    Friday
    Apr262013

    The rise and fall: Dawn of a new era for the Bundesliga

    Champions league semi-finals have been absolutely nail biting entertainment. Although neither of the results were expected by the fans of any of the four teams and yet, that does not stop the endless celebration for the first leg victories for the German teams. Each game shall be dissected and we can see exactly how Spanish football reign of terror in the Champions league has come to an alarming halt. 

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    Saturday
    Apr202013

    Will Neymar go to Barcelona?

    Well we are almost at the time again, the transfer window. Players from across the globe search for the next adventure, in this case, its Neymar the Brazilian juggernaut.

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    Monday
    Apr082013

    Messi and Alves showing off (Video)

    Is Dani Alves the best right back in the world?

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