by Brian Hall on July 29, 2010
Ronaldinho has made a lot of news recently with his potential big move away from Serie A, but earlier this week AC Milan made it very clear that they will not allow the attacking midfielder to part this season. And although the midfielder will be allowed to leave next season it appears one of Italy’s best league players is sticking around for at least 2010.
And with news that Ronaldinho is injured circulating around this morning, I think it safe to say that the attacking midfielder will not be transferred anytime soon. The flashy Brazilian apparently may have torn a muscle in training yesterday and Ronaldinho was forced to leave practice early and was set to have a scan sometime today. Read more... (286 words, 2 images, estimated 1:09 mins reading time)
by Dewa Nugraha on July 29, 2010
Money isn’t everything in football, that’s what probably Inter Milan’s defender Nicolas Burdisso had in mind after reports stated that he would only choose Roma as his destination despite having bigger offer from Juventus.
Burdisso who was loan by Roma last season, look set to stay at the capital club permanently this season and leave his current owner, Inter, that doesn’t really have any intention in keeping him. However, the negotiation hasn’t had any breakthrough as there’s a huge numerical margin between the two clubs. Read more... (349 words, 2 images, estimated 1:24 mins reading time)
by Philip Mboya on July 29, 2010
As i said earlier, do not believe everything you read. Apparently, the Rossoneri will not be buying any new players nor will they be selling any of their current players.
Contrary to reports that Huntelaar was in England to negotiate with EPL clubs Tottenham, Liverpool and Manchester City about a possible transfer, his agent Arnold Oosterveer has denied the claims stating that they were just nothing but rumours.
“I have read many things in the papers recently, but there is nothing true,” he told Sport.co.uk.
“There have been no offers from the Premier League. His intention is to stay with Milan. Read more... (325 words, 1 image, estimated 1:18 mins reading time)
by David Wilson on July 28, 2010
The Lega Calcio schedule makers did not do Inter any favours when they released the 2010-2011 Serie A schedule tonight. Champions Inter Milan will visit last season’s runners-up Roma in week five and then host traditional rivals Juventus in week six.
The European champions, who also won the domestic cup last season to seal an unprecedented Italian treble, open their campaign at perennial strugglers Bologna but the game may be shifted from the Aug. 29 date given they face Atletico Madrid in the European Super Cup on Aug. 27. Read more... (160 words, 2 images, estimated 38 secs reading time)
by Brian Hall on July 28, 2010
Diego Maradona was offered the head coaching job of Argentina’s national team. Then it was reported that Maradona was going to accept the offer and continue coaching Messi and the boys under a new four year deal. Then it was reported that Argentina’s Football Federation gave the coach an ultimatum that he could only continue on coaching if he agreed to fire the majority of his coaching staff.
And now a decision has finally been made regarding the legendary former footballer. Read more... (379 words, 1 image, estimated 1:31 mins reading time)
by Brian Hall on July 28, 2010
One thing that really Grinds My Gears (props to Peter Griffin) is perfectly nice, small stadiums that have a track surrounding the pitch. I mean is track and field that popular that most Serie A stadiums need this in it. I mean I understand that many of these venues are considered multi-purpose facilities, but I have yet to come across a legendary track and field meet that ever took place at any venues under 40,000 seats.
Livorno is about half of that size making it just over 19,000 seats regarding full stadium capacity. So in other words it is one of the smallest stadiums in Serie A and therefore should be used primarily for Livorno football matches. The stadium is fairly old and the grounds opened in 1935 for business. Read more... (253 words, 1 image, estimated 1:01 mins reading time)
by Dewa Nugraha on July 28, 2010
Just it was revealed earlier, the merit between Ronaldinho and Ac Milan might just reach a new chapter especially should the Brazilian ace agree to renew his contract deal with the Rossoneri.
After reports saying that the Italian giant are preparing to extend the former Barcelona’s star playing time at San Siro until 2014 with a wage reduction, the latest news stated that Dinho wants an assurance before accepting the offer. Read more... (303 words, 2 images, estimated 1:13 mins reading time)
by Philip Mboya on July 28, 2010
As shocking as it may seem, new Brazil coach Mano Menezes excluded Inter Milan players Julio Cesar and Douglas Maicon from his 24 man squad that will face the USA next month. The 48 year old only retained 4 players from Dunga’s world cup squad with Robinho being the most notable of them all.
It is very clear that Mano’s main aim is to mould a strong squad for the 2014 World Cup, and although he left out such talented players, i think it was a good decision that he made his intentions very clear. Read more... (365 words, 1 image, estimated 1:28 mins reading time)
by Brian Hall on July 27, 2010
Diego Maradona has always been somebody that likes to do things his way.
As I’ve said before in these blogs the guy called up a record number of footballers last qualifier (over 100 total), he tinkered with the formation even during the few weeks left entering the Cup, and he’s been known to speak his mind on occasion.
And recently it was reported that the controversial coach and legendary footballer would return to his role as Argentina’s national team coach, but now that report has seen increased jeopardy considering that it is now being reported that Maradona can only continue on as coach as long as he replaces most of his current staff of assistant coaches. Read more... (330 words, 2 images, estimated 1:19 mins reading time)
by Dewa Nugraha on July 27, 2010
Despite being the most active serie A team in the transfer market so far, Juventus management’s work doesn’t seem to please their fans yet as the Bianconeri’s devotees reportedly still questioning the team’s inability to off load some of the unwanted players.
Juve’s fans who are being known for their harsh treatment on their team’s performance, players and managerial staff, reportedly have voiced out their anger towards some unwanted players who still refuses to leave their beloved team despite being transfer listed. This devotees were seen putting a banner at the Bianconeri’s training camp saying their rejection to those unwanted players, threatening to make things difficult for them.
“We will make those players who have to leave, but want to stay go through a year of hell.” The banner’s read. Read more... (370 words, 2 images, estimated 1:29 mins reading time)
