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City Focus to finish in second position and the FA Cup
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Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini, calling the title race is over and the team no longer has a chance. In the rest of the season, Mancini asks City to focus on securing second place and the FA Cup.

City were second Premier League standings with a collection of 59 points from 29 games. They were within 15 points of Manchester United, who perched on top.

Seeing the situation, Mancini tried to be realistic. He considered his surely belonged to MU.

Nevertheless, there are other targets to be pursued by the Citizens. They want to make sure the second position was not free from the grip. In addition, they also still have a chance in the FA Cup triumph.

"I think if you are a top team and you've got good players, you have to be very strong, both when winning or losing.'s Not changing," Mancini said as reported by the Mirror.

"Also when you can not win the title, you still have other situations that could be improved," he continued.

"We have the FA Cup and we have to get the second position," said Mancini.

City are now four points clear of Chelsea in third place and five points clear of Tottenham Hotspur in fourth. If the City can retain the second position and won the FA Cup, Mancini was quite satisfied.

"I'm sure Chelsea or Tottenham want second place. We must do our best for this reason, we want to keep it there," he said.

"If we maintain the second position and had a chance to win the FA Cup, I think at the end of the season, with all the problems we faced this year, I think this could be a good season," said Mancini.

City Focus to finish in second position and the FA Cup

Podolski Enthusiastically Welcomes North London Derby

Lukas Podolski claimed to likes the game between two teams of the city. That is why the Arsenal striker could not wait to face Tottenham Hotspur.
 
Podolski is currently undergoing his debut season for Arsenal after being recruited from FC Koeln in the summer. So far the German attackers had packed 8 goals and 9 assists, which makes it one of the three most assists printer name in the Premier League for a while.

Each one of the goals in the Premier League and made ​​assistnya Podolski in the first North London derby of the season, when Arsenal won 5-2 over the Spurs last November, when the game was held at the Emirates.

Ahead of the second meeting cons Spurs in the Premier League this season, Sunday (03/03/2013), Podolski was seen very enthusiastic, although admits opponent will face very tough and will also appear on their own turf, White Hart Lane.

"They are very, very good team, very tough, and they were in the top three Premier League," he said as quoted by Soccerway Podolski.

"I love derby game match, this will be a strict party but we want three points and we have the quality to win there."

"There's something special in a derby, for the fans and the club. When you play at home to rivals, you have to fight hard to get the three points," value.

Podolski Enthusiastically Welcomes North London Derby



Although the difference in points between Manchester City and Manchester United was little, Sergio Aguero not lost hope. He still believes his team can retain the Premier League title.

Premier League runs until 27 weeks, the City is still able to compete at the top. To date they continue stalking Manchester United is at the top.

But Roberto Mancini's troops several times to lose points at the crucial moment. As a result, the difference in points with Manchester United continue to widen. Both teams are now 12 points adrift.

With the league's remaining 11 weeks away, the chance to overtake Manchester City is still open. Despite claims difficult, Aguero believes The Citizens can do.

"Are we still can win the title? I want to believe it," said the Argentine striker was quoted as saying by Sky Sports.

"We can not give up, even though it looks difficult," said Aguero.

In addition to the Premier League, City are also still has a chance to be a winner in the FA Cup after ensuring a place in the quarterfinals. Aguero hopes City in the FA Cup performance continues into the league.

"Let's face it step by step.'s FA Cup, every win means we're getting close to winning the competition," said Aguero.

"It's about keeping the focus and believe in our game. Was also true for all of our games remaining in the Premier League," he added.

Aguero give opportunities Keep Premier League Title


If Arsenal get Failure again, Wenger Concerned About Mental Player

After exit from the FA Cup defeat at home to Arsenal in the Champions League. Failures suffered by the Gunners boss Arsene Wenger feared could destroy the players mentally.

Conditions like Arsenal have fallen last week struck down the stairs. After kicked out of the FA Cup by Championship Division team, Blackburn Rovers, added the Gunners slumped since losing 1-3 at home to Bayern Munich in the Champions League.

Two results of the match Arsenal finish making opportunities fasting title - champion that has lasted for nine seasons - vanished instantly. In mathematical chance to win the Premier League is still open, but the catch-up 21 points from Manchester United with only 11 games left needed a miracle.

Related opportunities 'Gunner' turn things around in the second meeting with Bayern, Wenger has ruled it. He's even ready to lose and do not like the final result because memetingkan more concern is the mental condition of the player after the match at the Allianz Arena.

"I'm not worried about our chances to turn things around against Bayern, I am more concerned with the consequences that may exist in the heads of our players," Wenger on Eurosport.

"You will never know how they could absorb the blow and how the team responds to disappointment. This is one thing I fear," said the French manager.

While related to the failure to compete in the Premier League, Wenger believes that his pupils will be able to handle the pressure that comes at the end of the season. Arsenal Players called've experienced with it.

"From the experience of how to cope with the end of the season, we know how to handle pressure. We have a lot of experience."

"We're in a situation where our target is to qualify for the Champions League next season, so we can not lose more points," added Wenger.

If Arsenal get Failure again, Wenger Concerned About Mental Player


The Citizens Not Surrender to chase Premier League Title

Far behind Manchester United,Manchester City making opportunities retain the Premier League title is not great. However, the Citizens did not give up and will fight to the end.

After serving 26 parties, the City currently occupy second place standings. Collecting 53 points, they are within 12 points of MU perched on top.

With 12 games remaining until the end of the season, City championship chances are pretty slim. In order to be champions, Roberto Mancini's team can not lose more points while hoping Chelsea slip.

"Are we still able to win the title? Believe I want to stay," said City striker Sergio Aguero, the club's official website.

"We can not give up even though it looks difficult. I prefer to think we could do it. As I said last year, we will fight to the end. I can guarantee it," he said.

This weekend, the City will be faced with a severe test. They will entertain Chelsea at Etihad Stadium.

"Chelsea are a good team. They won the Champions League for a reason and even though it was eliminated from the tournament and did not undergo season in the league as well as their expectations, they are still a good team with a lot of fantastic players., But so do we," said Aguero.

The Citizens Not Surrender to chase Premier League Title


Wenger Ask Arsenal Focus Finish Big Four

Arsene Wenger seemed to have resigned to Arsenal's chances to survive in the Champions League this season. He also asked his team now fully focus their ticket to qualify for the Champions League next season.

1-3 defeat of Bayern Munich in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16 made ​​Arsenal now need to win at least three goals at the Allianz Arena next three weeks, in order to qualify for the quarterfinals.

Mission arguably almost impossible to do given the superiotas Bayern this season plus the mental decline of the middle of the players the Gunners were a few days before the game against Bayern, was also knocked out of the FA Cup.

Consequently Arsenal now face the fact that for the eighth year in a row they will end the season nirgelar. Premier League is still weeks away but leaves 10-11 margin 21 points with Manchester United at the top of the league so far pursued.

Thus Thomas Vermaelen et al prompted Wenger to make every effort possible to finish in the top four. Arsenal itself is in fifth and still within four points of Tottenham Hotspur in the 4th position and five points clear of Chelsea at number 3.

"Look, we may still have two competitions left but the fight that much easier is a return to the Champions League next season," he said Wenger on Soccernet.

Wenger Ask Arsenal Focus Finish Big Four


Wenger Toward Eighth Season Without getting tittle Champion

1-3 first-leg defeat of Arsenal makes a chance to qualify for the next round in the Champions League shrink. Arsene Wenger waiting for the end of the end of the season with nirgelar again.
After lagging far behind in the race for the Premiership title, and ran aground in the English League Cup quarter-finals, Arsenal within three days interval in danger of losing the chance to win a trophy this season.
Bent Blackburn Rovers in the FA Cup last weekend, last night the Gunners lost to Bayern Munich. With the away goal deficit, let alone having to play in the Allianz Arena, their fans may already be buried dream that Theo Walcott et al. can get a miracle and qualify for the last eight of the Champions League.
However, if the miracle does not come, then Wenger led Arsenal to go back into the team without a title for eight consecutive seasons. The last time they won the title was the 2005 FA Cup.
The main topics that will be enlivened the British media about the future course Wenger. The basic question is - and it's not new is also true - until when Arsenal hang on to the French, if they are still considered important a title.
In fact, for 17 years coached the north London team, Wenger offered no additional trophy in half last period was. And unique, to this day has never indicated that the "Professor" will "give up".
The debate is whether or not Wenger led Arsenal may still be long. But, some people in the camp had dared openly club expect him soon out, however Wenger is the man who made Arsenal into by now.
There is still time till March 13 to continue the debate, until Arsenal sealed his fate in the Champions League at home to Bayern. Even if he gets the miracle, the debate will not be finished as Arsenal are still quite far away from the finals, let alone the championship ladder.
However, if they were unable to avenge the defeat last night in Bavaria, Wenger can not ignore the fact that their fans are so missed a trophy.

Wenger Toward Eighth Season Without getting tittle Champion


Fergie satisfied with the performance of the 'Red Devils'

Football following - Manchester United have struggled a bit before finally can get rid of Reading. Yet Sir Alex Ferguson still praised the 'Red Devils' were judged able to make more goals.

In the fifth round of the FA Cup match at Old Trafford on Tuesday (02/19/2013) pm dawn, MU appeared dominant since the beginning of the game and did not give a chance against Reading. Soccernet noted MU releasing 25 shots with 16 led to the goal and accounts for 55 percent of ball possession.

But toughness Adam Federici at Reading under rule plus the tight line of defense for the visitors to make MU trouble scoring game running for an hour more. Until finally in the 69th minute and 71 they scored twice through Nani and Javier Hernandez.

Reading had to turn up to a goal by Joi McAnuff but ultimately failed because the Red Devils can maintain their 2-1 lead and clinched quarterfinals.

"It's really a very good match, when they got their goal and then getting excited and pressing defense. Hefty We played great football tonight and should be able to score a lot," said Ferguson after the match as reported by the BBC.

"I am satisfied with the quality of our game. We should be able to push them over again. You can never be comfortable despite winning 2-0," he continued.

After defeating Reading, Manchester United will face the winner of the party between Middlesbrough and Chelsea in the quarter which was held at Old Trafford. Target Fergie is certainly still win this fight to keep the chances of winning three titles this season - other than in the Premier League and Champions League -.

"We're playing at home in the next round and we will try to win the game whoever his opponent," said Fergie.

Fergie satisfied with the performance of the 'Red Devils'


Criticism for Wenger, Henry Make Sad

Football following - Arsene Wenger has been criticized by fans for Arsenal scattered away from the top two Premier League standings. Above comments tilted fan that team, Thierry Henry was feeling sad.

Arsenal Wenger has worked since 1996. Second year, 'Gunner' that has been fasting for six years of successful title brings won the English League.

In total, Wenger took Arsenal won 11 trophies. But in the last eight seasons, achievement manager nicknamed The Professor was stuck with the team's home city of London.

Arsenal suffered a degree of fasting during the last eight seasons. The last degree to grasp the club, based at the Emirates Stadium was the FA Cup trophy in the 2004-2005 season.

Mounting fans disappointment when Wenger failed to maintain Arsenal's star players. Cesc Fabregas, Samir Nasri and Robin van Persie, are some examples.

Although he lost many of the star, in fact, Wenger remains reluctant to make a major purchase as a substitute. Consequently, Arsenal are now difficult to compete with the top clubs.

Arsenal ranks of five, which stood at 44 points, nine points behind Manchester City in second place and 21 points from the top standings Manchester United.

Therefore, Wenger began to receive criticism. Demands to step down began effect. That's what makes it one of the former Gunners striker, Henry, sadly.

"When you can not win people will question your work, your achievements and what you've done before. Was sad but that's how the game works. What would you do," said Henry at Reuters.

"For me, it's not easy to hear, not easy to see, but for me, will always be Wenger Arsenal manager. Always incredible for me and I know what he did for the club," he said.

Criticism for Wenger, Henry Make Sad


Wenger : Cazorla Top Class

Santi Cazorla to hero when Arsenal face Sunderland on Saturday (09/02/2013) evening hrs. Arsene Wenger had a comment on the performance of his crew were: top class!
Cazorla scored in the match at the Stadium of Light took place on the 36th minute. Started by Jack Wilshere who ran dribble near the penalty box, the ball is then given to Theo Walcott and Walcott is what then gives assists to Cazorla.
After receiving the ball from Walcott, Cazorla kick straight off. Kick hard enough, and plus collision denan defenders, making Simon Mignolet could not cleared. The ball was lodged in the bottom corner.
It is the ninth Cazorla scored in the Premier League this season. The goal was not only gives victory to Arsenal, but also breaking the deadlock, and the difference to the end result and the game.
Arsenal appeared dominant in the game. Statistical records showed that they had 19 shots and passing half status on target. But the final settlement they always raw. Plus, Mignolet also performed beautifully under the Sunderland goal. The Belgian goalkeeper made seven rescue recorded throughout the game.
Cazorla scored a bidder had air hunger. Moreover, in the second half, after Arsenal played with 10 players, Sunderland Arsenal pressed up and reply. The Gunners were difficult to widen the advantage.
What followed was a skill Wojciech Szczesny and Arsenal defense. Without downplay their roles, goals Cazorla has given its own distinction. Without a goal, Arsenal could be in a more difficult position when The Black Cats pressed.
Wenger did not hesitate to give praise when asked how the performance was one of his men.
"Top, top class," said the manager was the French club's official website.
"When you think that he is not a regular in the Spanish national team, then it shows how good the quality of their players. I think he looks amazing today."
Cazorla is a creative midfielder who owned the Premier League and the Spanish national team. He is often compared to Juan Mata (Chelsea) and David Silva (Manchester City). Interestingly, none of the three can be guaranteed a regular place in the Spanish national team.
Another note, Cazorla looks amazing when Arsenal dominant. Cazorla best performance before this was when he scored a hat-trick and bring Arsenal's 5-2 win over Reading. In that game, Arsenal dominated, in which 67% ball possession they controlled and managed 379 passing them resolved well. Cazorla itself made seven kicks status on target and releasing 28 successful passes in the final-third.
Interesting to wait if Cazorla could continue to look good in his first season in the Premier League this.

Wenger : Cazorla Top Class

Mancini Supports Chelsea Defeat Madrid
Roberto Mancini on Manchester United's support to beat Real Madrid in the Champions League. Mancio hopes MU's participation in Europe will split their attention in the Premier League.

MU reunited with Madrid in the Champions League round of 16, first leg will be held the middle of next week. Even so enemies in the Premier League, Mancini did not hesitate to give support to the Red Devils to beat El Real.

Support is given Mancini is not a 'free of charge'. Participation in European competition is expected to man the Italian will make the performance of The Red Devils dropped in the local competition, and in the end will benefit Manchester City.

"When you play in the Champions League against Real Madrid you can lose your strength in the game (Premier league) this. So we support Manchester United to keep going in the Champions League," said Mancini on Skysports.

City is still behind nine points of Manchester United at the top, with the competition still leaves 13 games again.

Madrid will host the first in a match that will be held February 13 local time. While the second leg will take place at Old Trafford on March 5.

Mancini Supports Chelsea Defeat Madrid

Terry Absent, Demba Ba Ready to Plays
Chelsea will be without John Terry was at home to Wigan Athletic after a knee injury he can. While Demba Ba and Eden Hazard could be back playing.

Terry will not be able to play Rafael Benitez after he suffered a knee problem. The injury is not severe, but the captain would make the list of players who are sidelined with Oriol Romeu.

"We only have two injured players, Oriol Romeu, who had long suffered an injury, and now John Terry who had inflammation in his knee. Was not serious, but he will not be able to play tomorrow," Benitez said in a press conference ahead of the game.

Although Terry should be absent, the stronghold of the Blues can be good news following the return of several players. Demba Ba will be lowered, though it would use a protective mask, after suffering a broken nose. Will also be derived is that Hazard had passed the period of punishment after the incident shot the ball boy.

"David Luiz, Petr Cech and even Demba Ba will be available. Situation is different they are all related, but they will be available. Was actually important. We can not play (John Obi) Mikel or Victor Moses, who is still playing in the African Nations Cup, but I am very pleased to have two extra players and more options. iyu much better, "said Benitez on Skysports.

Terry Absent, Demba Ba Ready to Plays

Arsene Wenger claims that competition in the Premier league 100% clean
Discovery of match-fixing network involving hundreds of matches around the world are believed to be up to the Premier League. Arsene Wenger claims that competition in the UK 100% clean.
"I personally feel English football 100% clean of cheating. I do not think that the referee is corrupt," said Wenger when asked to comment on the discovery of global match-fixing network a few days ago.
As reported earlier, Eopa police force, Europol, have uncovered match-fixing network based in Singapore and involved hundreds of games from various competitions around the world. Even game match in the Champions League and World Cup Qualifiers reportedly also successfully infiltrated.
"Sport in general in the UK, I do not think that it (match fixing) the problem. Therefore seem surprising because we believe we live in the UK and this is not a perfect world, but I do not think that cheating or match-fixing is a problem (in the UK). "
"It happened in Europe before, it's my belief, because the referee is not always fair, especially in some countries. But you'll always be careful, have confidence in yourself, (must) prove it, and it becomes difficult," continued the man who had about 16 years gush Arsenal.
Regardless of the condition of English football, Wenger did not deny that he was surprised by the magnitude of the match-fixing network and the number of games that successfully influenced. But because he also believes cheating can not be removed from football, the French manager is asking stakeholders to eradicate serious.
"It was obviously very surprised ... the number of games that have been set. I can not accept it, and I've always been a believer that there is a lot of cheating going on in this game and we are not tough enough to deal with it, also related to doping, corruption by referee and now the match-fixing, "completion as reported by Reuters.

Arsene Wenger claims that competition in the Premier league 100% clean

Mancini: City Is The Best Team at Premier League
Roberto Mancini making claims that Manchester City is a club with the best games in the Premier League. If The Citizens now in second place standings, it was called just a matter of luck.

Mancini was stated in a press conference ahead of the trip to Southampton in the Premier League continued. Called the Italian, in the last two seasons under her care team successfully demonstrated a better game than Manchester United and Chelsea.

"I do not think this year there are two teams that played better than us. Manchester United team, Chelsea also tough but I think in the last two years Manchester City are the team that played better in the Premier League," said Mancini as reported Skysports.

Related to this current position City, leaving behind nine points from the Red Devils, the former Inter Milan coach called his team was not as fortunate. The reason is that the implementation of the African Nations Cup, which forced Yaya Toure left his country in the tournament.

"We are a strong team. We were unlucky to lose two or three players in January because of the African Nations Cup. Yaya (Toure) is an important player for us. He's important to us. We've lost him in 20 days," he continued.

Mancini: City Is The Best Team at Premier League

Fergie Remember how dangerous Everton
Last season Manchester United were forced to play the series when Everton host. Do not want anymore so, Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson was fully aware of his opponent's.
MU Game contra Everton at Old Trafford last season occurs in April, or the beginning of the last four games the 'Red Devils' in the Premier League.
At that time Manchester United had a 4-2 lead in seven minutes late despite Everton could have scored two additional goals to make the game ended 4-4. Score in the match was assessed help make Manchester United lost the title due to less productive than Manchester City.
Fergie also reminded his team off guard again when host Everton on Sunday (02/10/2013). Because the added Fergie, opponent has enough ability to look good, like when they beat Manchester United in the first game this season.
"Party Sunday was very heavy. (Last season at Old Trafford) We are 4-2 up with seven or eight minutes remaining. (Score 4-4) was beyond expectations and now we have to anticipate the unpredictable. Results gave a heavy blow for us and make us lose the league title, "said Fergie at MU site.
"Everton are very experienced and if you look at his record, they've lost three times this season (equivalent to the number kekalaan MU). They obviously hard to beat."
"But this team was playing well, I'm satisfied with their performance and I am satisfied with my players down when I change the team. They all contribute in their own way, and it gave us a better chance in the face of competition are we follow , "he said.
In the first meeting this season with Everton, Manchester United's back line trouble dampen Marouane Fellaini. In addition, the full-back Leighton Baines also gave special problems for the Red Devils. However, not only those who need to be aware of.
"(Also available) Players like (Steven) Pienaar as he has to look good at all since returning from Spurs. He really improved since returning from his short tenure in Tottenham. Nikica Jelavic performed well last season and now he's a little less fertile. Also No player with a great figure, Victor Anichebe, and he was a different player than Jelavic. "
"You also have to look at the experience and consistency that they have in the back with a Silvain Distin, Tim Howard, Phil Jagielka and Phil Neville. They played every weekend so they've got a good unit," Fergie analysis.

Fergie Remember how dangerous Everton

Mancini Denies Giving Chase Premier League Title
Manchester City are currently nine points behind Manchester United, who lead the standings. Although the difference in points is not really little, Roberto Mancini was reluctant to throw the towel.

The rate of the not so smooth in this year make the City a number of times failed to reap the full points. Until the Premier League runs 25 weeks, the City collect 53 points and sits in second place.

Meanwhile, Manchester United is at the top still kept going. They are now collecting 62 points and nine points ahead of The Citizens.

With a league that still leaves 13 weeks again, mathematically City to defend his title opportunity is still open. Therefore, Mancini refused to give up the chase and hope MU can repeat last season's achievements.

In the last season, City eight points behind current league a few weeks left to live. But in the end they were able to win the title in the last week after Manchester United drop points in crucial weeks.

"The season is still long. Nine points today may not mean anything. With 13 games remaining, it is important for us to be sure and keep trying to win all our games," said Mancini told BBC Sport.

"Maybe we would not have won 13 games. Better than our United to date and has the advantage of nine points, but within three months everything can change just like last year," said the Italian manager.

City efforts to pursue the 'Red Devils' will continue this weekend with a fight to the headquarters of Southampton, Sunday (07/02/2013) pm dawn on the weekend of the 25 Premier League.

Mancini Denies Giving Chase Premier League Title

Tottenham will play without Defoe for Week Three
Tottenham Hotspur certainly will not be able to use the services of Jermain Defoe for the next three weeks because of an ankle injury.

Defoe suffered an ankle injury when the Spurs won 1-0 at West Bromwich Albion last weekend. Defoe only played 36 minutes before being replaced by Lewis Holtby.

After that Defoe had to go home from the Hawthorns Stadium using crutches and a protective shoe on his left foot.

In a press conference ahead of the game contra Newcastle United on Saturday (09/02/2013) tomorrow, Spurs manager Andre Villas-Boas revealed that Defoe suffered an ankle ligament problem in his left and had to rest about 2-3 weeks.

"He'll be back in two or three weeks. Defoe suffered slight damage to the ligaments. Ultimately it's good news because it may be more severe ankle injury. We are pleased with the results of this examination," said Villas-Boas at Soccernet.

Defoe this season has scored 10 goals and finished second top scorer in the Premier League clubs after Gareth Bale with 11 goals. In exchange for Defoe, the Spurs could use the services of the young striker Emmanuel Adebayor and Henry Kane.

Tottenham will play without Defoe for Week Three

Mancini: Liverpool not to be underestimated
The quality and performance of the team this season, Manchester City a little better than Liverpool. But when the two meet tonight, The Citizens are asked not to underestimate his opponent candidate.

City are currently second in the standings, and status as defending champions. The players in Mancini's squad were all first-class players.

While Liverpool's season is still in transition with a new manager Brendan Rodgers. His appearance was often inconsistent and until now has never won against top teams. Position the Reds are now in seventh place inhabited standings and young players.

On paper City content underdog moreover they always win over Liverpool in the last two seasons with the score 3-0 and his opponent had just knocked out of the FA Cup last week.

But that did not make the arrogant Mancini and Liverpool remain the team assessing the potential harm to the City. Appearance of 'The Red' against Arsenal is the reason why Mancini said so. Moreover Liverpool need a victory in order to boost the morale of the players.

"When you want to make changes, sometimes it's hard. He (Rodgers) get some good results but Liverpool remained a strong team," Mancini said on Fox Sports Asia.

"I saw their game against Arsenal, they played well. Would be very dangerous in the game this Sunday. If we want to win, we have to play well and score goals so got a chance," said Mancini.

Mancini: Liverpool not to be underestimated