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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


Milan is now a right focus to Inter

The hard struggle has been passed by AC Milan after beating Barcelona in the Champions League. Furthermore, the Rossoneri turned his attention to another fierce competition when it comes to pay a visit to Inter Milan.

After the morning before defeating Barcelona with 2-0, Milan wait another fierce fight in Serie A. Exactly four days, or on Monday (25/02/2013) pm dawn, they will travel to Inter Milan for diving Derby Della Madonnina.

For that Allegri asks players to quickly forget the euphoria of victory over the Blaugrana and immediately shifted focus to Inter Milan.

"Now we have to think about the derby, which is the other important matches that we should be able to pass," Allegri said at a press conference after the match.

If Inter Milan previously exposed to the issue of player fatigue, Allegri has indicated that the same thing does not happen in skuatnya. Although only undergo fierce competition, he believes his players will be in good physical condition.

"We need to remain calm. We won an important match with Barcelona, who from the beginning I believe we can do while others doubted. We have three days to recharge us and get ready for the derby, I nelihat my team in good condition, "continued Allegri on Football Italia.

If Milan had a three-day break before the Derby the Inter only had two days to recover condition. The Nerazzurri will play in the Europa League with a visit to FC Cluj, Friday (22/02/2013) pm dawn.

Milan is now a right focus to Inter


Simone Pepe will undergo surgery

Simone Pepe still not be back grazing in the near future. Juventus midfielder will undergo surgery to restore his thigh injury.

Pepe injured when Juve melakoni pre-season by participating in the event Julli Trofeo TIM months ago. After the game, Pepe then known thigh muscle injury.

Since then, must be absent defends Pepe 'Old Lady'. He had returned to play in the game against Lazio in the month of November as a substitute. Game is up to now the only match that was played Pepe in the Italian League this season.

To recover his injury, Pepe will then undergo operadi. Former Udinese and Cagliari was also hoping to be back playing.

"We are trying to solve some of the problems I've had. Luckily I received support from setimku friends and fans," said Pepe told Sky Sport Italia.

"I want to thank them because I could not face it without them," said the 29-year-old.

"I had relapsed four times during my recovery, so I think there should be a small operation. Hopefully once that's done, I can get back to playing," he hoped.

Simone Pepe will undergo surgery


Barca Like the Lakers in the Year 1980

Xavi Hernandez Barcelona did not deny the greatness of the moment with all the trophies won. Even Xavi equate Los Cules with top clubs NBA, Los Angeles Lakers, in the heyday of the 1980s.

Pep Guardiola's Barca handled during highly respected and is touted as the world's best team trophy with a score of 14 of a possible 16 titles were captured over four years. Perhaps no team that can do so either Real Madrid or Manchester United.

Not only that Barca also reap puja aktraktif praised for their game in the field known as tiki-taka and greatness Lionel Messi on the pitch. It is proud to make Xavi generation team when he was playing great acclaim from the world.

What the current Barca by Xavi exactly the same with the Lakers dominated the NBA did when in the 80's, known as the era of 'Showtime'. At that time a reinforced Lakers Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and James Worthy won five NBA titles, which make them the best team the NBA with the Boston Celtics.

"When the generation is over, people will still remember us. They will remember us as the people still remember the Lakers 30 years ago - the historic team," said Xavi in Football Espana.

"Although we do not fully know at this time, as we try to live our lives today, day after day. We just want to compete and win as much as we can."

Barca Like the Lakers in the Year 1980


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


Defeated Siena, Lazio Failed Back to the Big Three

Football following - Lazio crushing defeat when visited Siena keeper league. Subject with a score of 0-3, Biancocelesti failed to win back the top three were taken AC Milan.

In a match that took place at the Stadio Artemio Franchi on Tuesday (02/19/2013) pm dawn, Siena had two goals in the first half through the action of Innocent Emeghara and Alessandro Rosina. The hosts added another goal in the second half of the return on behalf Emeghara.
Three points from this match has not been lifted Siena from the relegation zone, but with 21 points in their dipunya no longer be residents of the position of the table and now sit in 18th place.

As for Lazio, failed to point them to survive with a collection of 44 points and failed to re-enter the Champions League zone. Points equal to the dipunya Lazio Milan, but the Rossoneri ahead in goal difference so entitled to the third position after three days ago from Parma won 2-1.

The game


New game runs six minutes had rattled Siena Lazio goalkeeper. Starting bait mistakes made Abdoulay Konko, the ball fell to the feet Rosina on the right side and immediately sent on Matteo Rubin on different sides of the field. Crossing released Rubin leads right into Emeghara that the header change the score finished 1-0.
Public hosts roared back in 22 minutes. This goal was created by Emeghara a stab to the left side Lazio defense and continued to send feedback to Rubin. First time cross from Rosina Rubin immediately struck a second goal Siena.

Four minutes before the break Lazio had a chance to miss out as bait is released Konko Siena crossed in front of goal. But none Lazio player grabbed the ball, which makes it still fails uprooted Siena goalkeeper.

At the beginning of the second half Lazio tried to appear more dominant. The first opportunity to make a goal dipunya Lazio Hernanes free kick from a distance of 27 meters, but can still be saved by keeper Gianluca Pegolo.
Unable to take advantage of opportunities, Lazio goalkeeper broken back in 61 minutes. New entry field, Francesco Valinai immediately release the bait breakthrough in Emeghara. Managed to win the contest the sprint with Giuseppe Biava he then bamboozle Federico Marchetti to poke the ball past the goalkeeper.
Behind by three goals to make Lazio continued to press the defense of Siena. But Siena appeared discipline at the back and did not let the attacks Lazio penetrate defenses.

In the remaining minutes of the match Siena opted to stay in the game itself, and only once or twice a counterattack. This strategy managed to reduce the effort Lazio scored until the long whistle sounded the referee and the score stayed at 3-0 position.

Lineup


Siena: Pegolo; Teixeira, Terlizzi, Felipe; Belmonte, Vergassola, Della Rocca, Rubin; Rosina (Bolzoni 78), Sestu (Valiani 60); Emeghera (Bogdani 76)
Lazio: Marchetti; Konko, Brava, Ciani (Pereirinha 32), Radu; Candreva (Saha 67), Gonzalez, Hernanes, Lulic; Floccari (Ederson 78), Kozak

Defeated Siena, Lazio Failed Back to the Big Three


Wenger denied that he was to New Contract

Football following - Arsene Wenger denied news that calls itself will get a new contract from Arsenal. 'The Professor' refer to the issue as an effort to disrupt the Gunners.

Some of the media in the UK on Monday (18/02/2013) yesterday reported that Wenger is going to be a two-year contract extension. Although there is no confirmation, the news was considered shocking because of the appearance of the Gunners amid declining this season and just two days ago thrown out of the FA Cup.

When confirmed about the truth of the news, Wenger flatly denied. A little provoked emotions, the man from France was called if it all does not aim to interfere with the other team.

"This is wrong information. I've worked for 16 years in England and my credit-worthy than not true information which is intended to disrupt," said Wenger on Soccernet.

"That's good information, not why, but this information is wrong and somehow came out of nowhere," said Wenger.

Arsenal are now threatened with going back titles fasting, which so far has lasted eight seasons. Having thrown in the FA Cup and League Cup, Pelung champions 'Gunner' stay in the Premier League in the Champions League.

In local competition, Arsenal behind 21 points from Manchester United. While in Europe they will face Bayern Munich in the round of 16.

Wenger denied that he was to New Contract


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'

Benayoun: Chelsea Make Performance Torres decreased


criticism that continues to make Yossi Benayoun Fernando Torres spoke. Benayoun judged that Chelsea himself have made Torres failed to shine.

Torres spotlight associated with a performance that would not go up. In fact, the performance drop since it comes directly Torres from Liverpool in January 2011. In fact, Torres transferred at very high, amounting to 50 million pounds. Benayoun also thinks Chelsea treatment since its inception has made ​​Torres performance dropped dramatically.

"Torres did not get confidence when he comes. With a tag of 50 million pounds, it is not easy for any player. The situation is very bad from the beginning, "said Benayoun. "He had a bad start in Chelsea. When he arrived, he was on the bench, then go into the field. "

"You can understand it's not easy. He's a great striker at Liverpool and outstanding. You give him the ball, and you know he's going to score, "said the player from Israel.

However, Benayoun still assessing the Spaniard is still one of the world's best strikers. Torres himself had packed 15 goals with the Blues in all competitions this season. Apparently it is a sign that Torres will soon rise from the crisis performance.

"Torres has scored 15 or 16 goals, it was not bad. Hopefully he will finish with 25 goals, "said Benayoun. "He just needs to believe in herself. May he soon gained confidence again, and you will see the real Fernando Torres. "

Benayoun: Chelsea Make Performance Torres decreased

Returned home from Exercises, Nani hit by a police


Misfortune experienced midfielder Manchester United, Luis Nani after doing exercises with the team in Carington, Friday, February 15, 2013 local time. When Nani would go home, suddenly his Bentley Continental was hit by a police car.

The incident occurred in Gatley Road, Stokport, at around 18:40 local time. Nani car and the police car was severely damaged. However, a passenger in the police car suffered minor injuries.

"A police car has no sign of responding to emergency calls and Gatley drove along the road, at the junction of Kingsway, Stockport. The driver police have now been suspended from driving duties in accordance with the procedure, "said a spokesman for Greater Manchester Police.

"I can see Bentley was on the sidewalk near the traffic lights. I wonder who's driving the Bentley. Apparently there was Nani with all amenities training. He seemed a bit surprised, "said eyewitness alone as reported by the Manchester Evening News.

Nani was very lucky because the accident did not cause him serious injury. Nani is expected to play a match against Reading in the FA Cup last 16, on 19 February.

Returned to home from Exercises, Nani hit by a police


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


Fergie: Ronaldo Goal is Fantastic

Football following - Sir Alex Ferguson high rate Cristiano Ronaldo scored a goal against Manchester United and even to make it not be angry with Patrice Evra were not keeping Ronaldo.

In the first leg round of 16 Champions League tie at the Santiago Bernabeu on Thursday (14/02/2013), MU is pressed from the beginning capable of winning first goal by Danny Welbeck.

But ten minutes later Madrid reciprocate in the same way through the header but countless fantastic. Angel Di Maria's cross from the left towards the far post.

Ronaldo, who ran from the back was ready for him, he jumped as high as avoiding tight Evra and headed the ball into the bottom left corner of the net without being able to arrest David De Gea. Score became 1-1 and lasted until the game was over.

Ronaldo scored a trademark header and is reminiscent of the goals printed in the Champions League final Chelsea counter in 2008. Beautiful goal without the slightest celebration of the Portuguese footballer. What is Fergie's comments about that?

"They really fantastic heading. Unbelieavable. You can not stop it, jump and lentingan to hold her in the air," said Fergie at the BBC.

"I said to Patrice Evra in the first half, 'Why do not you keep it?' and then I saw repeated impressions and thought 'What did I say?' We really can take care of it well, "he continued.

"I think it's hard for him against his former club and sedikt emotionally draining for him to play for us for six seasons, but he's still the biggest threat to us. When he gets the ball then you have a lot of praying," said Fergie.

Fergie: Ronaldo Goal is Fantastic


Mourinho: Madrid-MU Opportunities Still 50:50
Football following - Real Madrid coach, Jose Mourinho, assess counter draw Manchester United is not a bad thing. He believes the two teams are still equal opportunities.

Madrid failed to beat Manchester United in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16 at the Santiago Bernabeu on Thursday (14/02/2013). Los Merengues had to accept a draw with the score 1-1.

In the game, Manchester United went ahead through Danny Welbeck. But not long after, Madrid equalized with Cristiano Ronaldo.

"The game or the result is not a surprise," said Mourinho told Sky Sports 2.

"Basically, my guess is appropriate, in which everything is still open, it is open for the second leg. I think this will be decided until the last minute," he added.

The second leg will be held at Old Trafford on March 5. To qualify for the quarterfinals, Madrid needed to win or draw with a score of more than 1-1.

"If you are asking me about the percentage (chance), I will not change the score.'s Still 50/50. We could have scored more than one goal in there," said Mourinho.

"Now is the time to go to Old Trafford. I think 1-1 is not a bad result because everything is still open and we could have scored more than one goal in there," he said.

Mourinho: Madrid-MU Opportunities Still 50:50


Still Love United, CR7 Not Celebrate Goal

Football following - There was no celebration when Cristiano Ronaldo goals made ​​him Manchester United's goalkeeper. This he did as a form of gratitude and love for the 'Red Devils'.

For the first time since leaving Manchester United, Ronaldo was confronted with his former club. With Real Madrid, CR7 host the Red Devils in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16, Thursday (14/02/2013) morning earlier.

Ronaldo Real Madrid failed to win the match, but he remains a hero for goals scored in the 30th minute of his side avoid defeat. Then ending the game with the score 1-1.

After goalkeeper David De Gea with his head, Ronaldo did not make the celebration. The Portuguese footballer was only raised his hands in the air and used his hand to kiss aimed at fans.

Ronaldo fulfilled his promise not to make a goal celebration. In a statement after the game, it's the world's most expensive player admitted that he was still in love with The Red Devils.

"(MU) is my home, where I played for six years and I have a special love. I always want to win but I respect other people, especially those who have given me so much," said Ronaldo in an interview with Canal and quoted from the U.S. .

On 5 March, for the first time Ronaldo will return to Old Trafford. He awaited heavy duty there because they have to give Los Merengues win, or at least draw with scores greater than 1-1, to give Madrid a ticket to the quarterfinals.

Still Love United, CR7 Not Celebrate Goal


Maybe Berlusconi will Sell Milan

Football following - Silvio Berlusconi has so long had AC Milan. However, if it had, Berlusconi could have sold the Rossoneri to foreign investors in the future.

Berlusoni acquired Milan in 1986 and saved the club from bankruptcy. In the era of Berlusconi, Il Diavolo Rosso emerged as one of the most successful clubs in the world.

However, in recent years, Milan hit by financial problems. As a result, they have a lot to downsize. They take well-paid players such as Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Thiago Silva. In the transfer market, they are also very selective in recruiting the player.

For now, Berlusconi and his family will try to defend Milan. But, if one day's financial condition continued to deteriorate, he will probably let foreign investors take over the club.

"Foreign money in Milan? Only if I was forced to do so. But, I want no requirement for such a thing," said Berlusconi told ANSA.

"I want to keep Milan remains family owned. I still remember when my father took me to the stadium and not have to pay the ticket since I was a kid," he recalls.

"Watching football, watching on my hero. I began to understand what it means to people," said the former Italian prime minister.

"For me, there in the heart of Milan. Over the years we spend more and more money, maybe too much. But, it makes Milan became the most successful team in the world," he said.

"This club is a part of my family. My daughter Barbara is now a part of the company, and I want to continue that," said Berlusconi.

"However, that does not mean I will immediately reject the discourse of foreign investment. If the economic crisis continues, things may have changed," he said.

Maybe Berlusconi will Sell Milan


Supporters Racist to Balotelli, Inter Fined

Football following - Inter Milan must pay the prevailing racist supporters act on Mario Balotelli. Authority Series A Nerazzurri punish by imposing a fine of 15,000 euros.

Made racist supporters when their club Inter 3-1 win over Chievo Verona last weekend. Tifosi La Beneamata racist chanting on Balotelli, who just three weeks ago to join AC Milan after carried off from Manchester City.

Following the incident, Inter president Massimo Moratti has filed an apology. But the Serie A permanent authority to impose sanctions in the form of a fine of 15,000 euros, or approximately USD 192.8 million.

Inter's Balotelli could strengthen the hose several times a disappointing 2006-2010 Nerazzurri fans with his actions on and off the field. In addition to the Rossoneri had caught wearing uniforms, Super Mario also throws Inter jersey after undergoing a match.

A series of events is believed will make the Derby Della Madonnina will be held February 24 walks in higher blood pressure.

"I'm sorry. I hope such a thing does not happen again in the derby," said Moratti as reported by Reuters.

Supporters Racist to Balotelli, Inter Fined


Only Barcelona Better than Juventus

Footbal following - Juventus successful show of force when defeating Celtic. Juve legendary players, Alessio Tacchinardi rate only Barcelona, the club that is better than it's former club.

Bianconeri embarrass his opponent three goals without reply in the match Celtic Park in the first leg round of 16 Champions League on Wednesday (02/13/2013) pm dawn.

With the result was inevitable, Juventus already one foot in the quarter because it took at least a draw in the second leg to be held at the Juventus Stadium next month.

In the process, the club also managed to qualify for the knockout phase as winners of Group D, undefeated by eliminating the defending champion Chelsea.

Tacchinardi, during 13 seasons in uniform "zebra" and successfully steal five Serie A championship titles, one Coppa Italia and the Champions League trophy once, believe Juve just lost to Barcelona and better than Real Madrid, which has always been a serious rival Spanish giants .

"Currently, the club only lost to Barcelona in Europe," said the man who is now the youth team coach Brescia told TMW as reported by the Italian Football.

"Real Madrid? I do not have great confidence about Real see they have various problems in La Liga this season," said Tacchinardi.

Only Barcelona Better than Juventus

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