A few stories in the papers already covering this one, but the extent at which Roberto Mancini seems to allow Mario Balotelli to continuously get away with things seems to quite surprise me considering Mancini is supposed to be a very tough, disciplined manager. The story is that Mancini is allowing Balotelli to continue with… Continue reading Mario Balotelli Allowed To Smoke By Mancini
Rooney Axed Over Night Out
Wayne Rooney was a notable absence from Man United’s shock 3-2 loss with Blackburn Rovers on Saturday and despite Ferguson stating that he was struggling with an injury, rumours have been circulated that the player was axed following allegations that he, Johnny Evans and Darron Gibson went out following the 5-0 win against Wigan on… Continue reading Rooney Axed Over Night Out
The African Cup Of Nations – Who Will It Affect Worse?
The 2012 African Cup Of Nations is set to begin on the 21st of January until the 12th of February, so we thought with not long to go it may be worthwhile figuring out which teams are going to be most affected by players departing for this competition. Players Involved In The African Cup Of… Continue reading The African Cup Of Nations – Who Will It Affect Worse?
Top Transfer Targets In The January Sales
With the January transfer window opening up in just a few days, we look ahead at some of the players most likely to be changing clubs in the January sales. 1. Carlos Tevez, Man City. Hopefully Tevez will finally leave and join AC Milan, with the transfer saga dragging on for a long time already.… Continue reading Top Transfer Targets In The January Sales
Kroenke: Wenger will decide when it is time to leave
Arsenal owner Stan Kroenke has insisted Gunners boss Arsene Wenger will not be sacked from his post, saying the Frenchman will decide when it is time to go. Wenger has come under pressure in recent months after ending last season trophy-less for the 6th time in a row, while the loss of key players Cesc… Continue reading Kroenke: Wenger will decide when it is time to leave
Carlos Tevez Refuses To Play – Video
Carlos Tevez pretty much sealed his fate last night when refusing to come on as a substitute in the Man City game against Bayern Munich. City were losing 2-0 but when asked by Mancini to come on as a sub he sat and refused. He has recently issued a statement denying that he refused to… Continue reading Carlos Tevez Refuses To Play – Video
Wenger targets another 14 years at Arsenal
Arsene Wenger has responded to his critics by stating his intentions to remain at Arsenal for the long-term following his side’s 3-1 Carling Cup victory over Shrewsbury Town last night. The Gunners – who are currently 17th in the Premier League after a shocking start to the season – went 1-0 down to their League… Continue reading Wenger targets another 14 years at Arsenal
The Most Over-Rated Premier League Players
I don’t know about anyone else, but it kinda frustrates me when I watch football matches in the Premier League and I hear commentators and the like praising a player or stating how important he is… yet in my opinion that said player is actually massively over-rated, and rarely contributes much to a game at… Continue reading The Most Over-Rated Premier League Players
Lindegaard to battle De Gea
Manchester United goalkeeper Anders Lindegaard has stated his intention to challenge David De Gea for the number one spot at the club. The Danish keeper was in fine form for the Red Devils during last night’s 1-1 draw with Benfica and now he has a taste for first-team action, he isn’t prepared to give it… Continue reading Lindegaard to battle De Gea
Wayne Rooney Compared To Pele
Quite interesting comparisons being made ahead of Man United’s match against Benfica tonight in the Champions League with Benfica coach Jorge Jesus claiming that Wayne Rooney is more Brazilian or Argentinian than English. An interesting point, Rooney perhaps does play with the ability that often comes with Brazilians and Argentinians; he’s not dissimilar from the likes… Continue reading Wayne Rooney Compared To Pele