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Comparing Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo – Version 1.0
It was only a few seasons ago that Cristiano Ronaldo was widely considered the best player in the world. Now, it’s probably a consensus that Lionel Messi has taken over that position. So, how do these two great players compare? Below is the first edition of my comparison, Messi v Ronaldo. In this version (1.0), [...]
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Lionel Messi Wins 2011 FIFA Ballon d’Or For Third Straight Year
FC Barcelona’s Lionel Messi has once again won the FIFA Ballon d’or, which is awarded to the top player. Messi, who led Barcelona to the La Liga and UEFA Champions League trophies, was the clear favorite heading into today’s ceremony. Cristiano Ronaldo finished 2nd to Messi while teammate Xavi Hernandez finished third in voting for [...]
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New York Red Bulls Striker Thierry Henry On Two Month Loan Deal To Arsenal
The reports are out that New York Red Bulls striker Thierry Henry will be at EPL side Arsenal for a loan. It will be similar to Landon Donovan’s loan at Everton which will last about two months and have him back for the start of the 2012 MLS season. The deal was confirmed by Arsenal [...]
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David Beckham To Sign Contract Extension with LA Galaxy; Will Not Be Moving to PSG
After a few months of speculation and various rumors, reports are coming in from multiple sources that David Beckham will stay in MLS. Many reports from French press stated Beckham’s move to Ligue 1 side Paris Saint Germain was imminent but those turned out to be false. PSG Director of Football, Leonardo, told press the [...]
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The Worst Of 2011 Soccer Awards: Torres, Blatter, and More
It was a year of good and bad for the beautiful game. As 2012 nears, it’s time to reflect on this past year in the world of soccer. Who was the worst transfer, the worst moment, miss, and more? Below is my list of the worst of 2011 soccer awards. Worst Transfer - Fernando Torres This [...]
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The Best Of 2011 Soccer Awards: Messi, FC Barcelona, & More
It was a year of good and bad for the beautiful game. As 2012 nears, it’s time to reflect on this past year in the world of soccer. Who was the best player, best team, and what other moments were important? Below is my list of awards in soccer world for 2011. Best Moment – [...]
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French Reports Have Beckham Signing With PSG But Don’t Rule Out The LA Galaxy
As soon as the 2011 Major League Soccer season finished, the speculation of David Beckham’s future began to run rampant. The French press have falsely stated he’s already signed with Paris Saint-Germain and was supposed to be in Paris last weekend. Beckham’s management team has responded to these reports stating that a decision has not [...]
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Why Landon Donovan Should Make His Move To Everton Permanent
Landon Donovan will once again return to England for a loan spell with English Premier League side Everton. Donovan played for the Toffees in 2010 where he impressed and some thought the loan could turn into a permanent transfer. Reports surfaced in the summer of 2010 that a few teams interested in a transfer but [...]
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Landon Donovan To Join Everton For Short-Term Loan in 2012
Los Angeles Galaxy captain Landon Donovan will once again return to England for a loan spell. Donovan, who had struggled to make his mark in Europe, became a fan favorite when he arrived at Everton in January 2010. The American quickly showed he could play in the EPL as he helped Everton to a draw [...]
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Andre Villas-Boas Says Chelsea Won’t Sell Fernando Torres But Should They?
Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas recently stated that striker Fernando Torres will not be sold in the upcoming winter (January 2012) or summer (2012) transfer windows. Speculation over Torres’ future has started to heat up in recent weeks as Didier Drogba impressed in the UEFA Champions League. Drogba didn’t start many matches to start the season [...]