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Tuesday 30 April 2013

Real Madrid next season? Maybe not, says Mourinho

Real Madrid next season? Maybe not, says Mourinho
In the wake of los Blancos' elimination from the Champions League, the Portuguese trainer sent his clearest exit signal yet by admitting he may not be at the club next season

Montolivo praises 'massive' Pazzini performance

Montolivo praises 'massive' Pazzini performance
The AC Milan midfielder was thrilled at the performance of his compatriot after he struck two goals in three minutes as a second-half substitute to seal victory over Catania

'Madrid can score three against anyone'

'Madrid can score three against anyone'

The former goalkeeper was part of the Zaragoza side who almost let a 6-1 Copa del Rey lead slip against the Blancos, and has warned the current side can overhaul Borussia Dortmund

Abramovich bought Chelsea in 10 minutes, says ex-CEO Trevor Birch

Abramovich bought Chelsea in 10 minutes, says ex-CEO Trevor Birch

The Blues' former chief executive believes the Russian billionaire's purchase of the the west London club represents one of "the biggest changes" in English football

Muller warns against Messi backlash

Muller warns against Messi backlash
The Germany star feels the Barcelona ace will be a far more dangerous opponent on Wednesday after his lacklustre performance at the Allianz Arena

Manchester United defender Jones hoping to add goals to his game

Manchester United defender Jones hoping to add goals to his game
The versatile 21-year-old says he wants to make himself a more complete player by taking more opportunities after missing two good chances against Arsenal on Sunday

Spain's cycle of dominance is coming to an end, says Schuster

Spain's cycle of dominance is coming to an end, says Schuster
The 53-year-old thinks the time has come for German football to replace the Spanish game as the dominant force

Moratti: I have no doubt that Zanetti will return

Moratti: I have no doubt that Zanetti will return

The Nerazzurri president is convinced that the veteran Argentine will not be forced to retire by an Achilles and will soon be back to his usual best

Barcelona will respect fair play - Beckenbauer

 Barcelona will respect fair play - Beckenbauer


The Bayern legend has claimed that his recent declarations were misunderstood and believes the Catalans will not do anything against the rules

Manchester United's summer targets identified, reveals Ferguson

Manchester United's summer targets identified, reveals Ferguson
The Red Devils' boss says he has already began looking at potential signings over the last three or four months as he aims to enhance his side ahead of next season's campaign

Dudek: Dortmund played the perfect game, but are not there yet

Dudek: Dortmund played the perfect game, but are not there yet
The former Madrid shot stopper believes the semi-final tie is not decided yet and is full of praise for BVB striker Robert Lewandowski

Manchester City must win the FA Cup, insists Zabaleta

Manchester City must win the FA Cup, insists Zabaleta

The Argentina international right-back says that Roberto Mancini's men have to overcome Wigan at Wembley to salvage a disappointing season

People should believe in Barcelona, says Rosell

People should believe in Barcelona, says Rosell

The Blaugrana president says the public should be wary of writing the club off just yet, as they bid to produce an incredible comeback and advance to the Champions League final

Cristiano Ronaldo fit for Dortmund clash

Cristiano Ronaldo fit for Dortmund clash

The attacker was being plagued by muscular problems in the past few days, but has been deemed match fit again ahead of Tuesday's game with Dortmund

Neuer: Barcelona will put us under incredible pressure

Neuer: Barcelona will put us under incredible pressure

The shot stopper expects the Catalans to put up a fight in the return leg in Catalunya and believes the ballboys could play their part at Camp Nou

Illgner: Madrid must attack from the first minute

Illgner: Madrid must attack from the first minute
The 46-year-old believes Jose Mourinho's men could pull off a comeback if they start the match with attacking impetus and are backed by the Bernabeu

AC Milan fined over Zanetti chants

AC Milan fined over Zanetti chants
The San Siro side have been punished for their supporters' chants aimed at the injured Inter captain during Sunday's game against Catania

Jordi Alba: I must control my temper

Jordi Alba: I must control my temper

The former Valencia star was booked against Bayern after an act of frustration and will consequently miss Wednesday's return fixture

'I believe in our players' - Arteta backs Arsenal to triumph in top-four race

'I believe in our players' - Arteta backs Arsenal to triumph in top-four race
The Gunners have played a game more than third- and fifth-placed Chelsea and Tottenham but the Spaniard believes that his squad will prevail

Robben: Barcelona capable of overturning four-goal deficit

Robben: Barcelona capable of overturning four-goal deficit

The Dutchman believes that the tie is not decided just yet, insisting that the Bundesliga champions must replicate their first-leg performance

Bale: No clue how I score free kicks!

Bale: No clue how I score free kicks!
The Spurs forward says that, while he spends hours on the training pitch practicing his set-pieces, he is never sure where the ball will end up after he has struck it

Klopp envisages 'historic' night of football

Klopp envisages 'historic' night of football

The BVB boss believes Tuesday's game will be remembered for years to come - regardless of which team emerges victorious

Manchester City to launch ambitious €38m Reus raid

Manchester City to launch ambitious €38m Reus raid

The Premier League club will make a formal double-your-money offer for the Dortmund star in the next 10 days, although the 23-year-old would rather stay in Germany

Madrid have learned their lesson, says Pepe

Madrid have learned their lesson, says Pepe

The Portugal international believes the Liga giants can still make it to the final as they have learned from their mistakes against Borusssia Dortmund

Chelsea will thrive under end-of-season pressure, claims Lampard

 Chelsea will thrive under end-of-season pressure, claims Lampard


The Blues midfielder is pleased that the stakes are high for his team's final four matches of the domestic season as they chase the top four

Pirlo: I could have joined Madrid, Chelsea or Barca

Pirlo: I could have joined Madrid, Chelsea or Barca

The Italy international spoke about how close he was to signing for some of Europe's leading clubs and tipped Clarence Seedorf to be a success at Milan - if he is offered the job

Monday 29 April 2013

'I'd have to be brainwashed to join Dortmund' - Draxler

'I'd have to be brainwashed to join Dortmund' - Draxler


The talented playmaker has remarked that he would not consider a move to his side's fiercest rivals

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Mourinho: I never told Klopp I was going to Chelsea

 Mourinho: I never told Klopp I was going to Chelsea


The Portuguese coach has dismissed reports that claimed he is set to return to the Premier League giants and is focused on the match against Dortmund

Balotelli as decisive as Ibrahimovic, says Nocerino

 Balotelli as decisive as Ibrahimovic, says Nocerino


The AC Milan midfielder has nothing but praise for the Italy international and has compared him to the Swedish attacker, who left the club last summer

Zanetti: Injury will not end my career

Zanetti: Injury will not end my career
The Argentine has dismissed suggestions that he could end his playing days after sustaining a serious Achilles injury at the weekend

Gundogan: Ronaldo knows what he is in for

Gundogan: Ronaldo knows what he is in for
The Germany international feels the Madrid star has little reason to be optimistic but has stressed that BVB are not in the Champions League final yet

Beckenbauer: Barcelona will use dirty tricks

Beckenbauer: Barcelona will use dirty tricks

The Germany legend expects the Primera Division leaders to put up a fight in this week's return after their heavy loss in the first leg

Vidal: Just one more point!

Vidal: Just one more point!
The Chile international made the vital breakthrough in the Turin derby, thus putting the Bianconeri in a position to clinch the Serie A title against Palermo next weekend

Spurs forward Bale lifts second PFA Player of the Year Award

Spurs forward Bale lifts second PFA Player of the Year Award

The 23-year-old forward joins Alan Shearer, Thierry Henry and Cristiano Ronaldo as the only men to lift the award twice in his career after his success in 2010/11

Cristiano Ronaldo denies cheating on girlfriend

Cristiano Ronaldo denies cheating on girlfriend

The prolific attacker has dismissed claims that he slept with a Brazilian model just 48 hours before Real Madrid's 4-1 loss to Dortmund

Madrid need Ronaldo more than ever, says Khedira


Madrid need Ronaldo more than ever, says Khedira 
The holding midfielder has stressed that the Portugal star will be vital for his side in the second leg of the semi-final tie against Dortmund

Friday 26 April 2013

Bayern deny Lewandowski agreement

Bayern deny Lewandowski agreement

The Bundesliga champions have dismissed rumours that they have secured the services of the Dortmund attacker

Lewandowski on par with Ronaldo and good enough for Barcelona, says Santana

Lewandowski on par with Ronaldo and good enough for Barcelona, says Santana

The Brazilian defender has nothing but praise for the prolific striker and has urged his BVB team-mates to remain focused ahead of Tuesday's return against Real Madrid

Benitez warns Chelsea over complacency after semi-final win

Benitez warns Chelsea over complacency after semi-final win

A David Luiz winner at the death means the west London side go home with a lead after Basel equalised late on thanks to what the manager dubbed a "very strange decision"

Boateng: Racism will not make me leave Italy

Boateng: Racism will not make me leave Italy
The attacking midfielder has stressed he has no intention of leaving his current club any time soon, regardless of recent racial abuse

Kuyt hails 'great night for Turkish football' after win over Benfica

Kuyt hails 'great night for Turkish football' after win over Benfica

Fenerbahce hit the post three times before they belatedly made the breakthrough against their Portuguese rivals through Egemen Korkmaz with 18 minutes to go

Benfica boss Jesus predicts Lisbon backlash against Fenerbahce

Benfica boss Jesus predicts Lisbon backlash against Fenerbahce
The Eagles coach freely admitted that his side had performed poorly in Istanbul, but claimed that they had been suffering from fatigue after a derby game at the weekend

I won't replace Mourinho at Real Madrid, says Villas-Boas

I won't replace Mourinho at Real Madrid, says Villas-Boas
The 35-year-old admits he is flattered by reports linking him with a move to the Spanish capital but insists he is focused on staying at Tottenham for another season

Wenger 'afraid' of Mourinho-inspired Chelsea summer spending spree

Wenger 'afraid' of Mourinho-inspired Chelsea summer spending spree

The 63-year-old admits he is wary of how strong his side's rivals can become with an influx of arrivals and believes the Portuguese would be a "good solution" at Stamford Bridge

Iniesta: Barcelona deserve more respect

Iniesta: Barcelona deserve more respect
The creative midfielder is hurting from what he believes is disrespect towards his side following everything they have achieved in the past few seasons

Thursday 25 April 2013

Barcelona will sign four or five players, says vice-president

Barcelona will sign four or five players, says vice-president
The Camp Nou side are keen to add some fresh blood to their squad this summer and intend to hold on to current head coach Tito Vilanova

Surprise package Moses wants Chelsea to finish on a high

Surprise package Moses wants Chelsea to finish on a high

The Nigerian has exceeded expectations in the midst of a disappointing campaign at Stamford Bridge this season while distinguishing himself on the international stage

Hazard: Mata has been Chelsea's best player

Hazard: Mata has been Chelsea's best player
Both Blues attackers have been shortlisted for the PFA Player of the Year, but the Belgian says winning the Europa League would be far more important than individual success

Iniesta: Bundesliga not better than La Liga

Iniesta: Bundesliga not better than La Liga

The Spain international believes it would be a mistake to read too much into the significance of the Blaugrana's beating in Bavaria and Dortmund's mauling of Madrid

Moratti: No Barcelona bid for Handanovic

Moratti: No Barcelona bid for Handanovic

The Blaugrana are rumoured to have offered €30 million for the Slovenia international, who they reportedly view as the ideal replacement for outgoing shot-stopper Victor Valdes