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Five Worldwide Football Matches You Should Watch this Weekend
With the news of Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement still being digested by many, as well as rampant speculation regarding the future of Jose Mourinho in Spain, it’s safe to say that it’s been a pretty eventful week in football so far. And with the weekend on the horizon, we can now look ahead to the [...]
Nike Releases Special Edition World Cup ’98 Inspired Ronaldo Boots
During World Cup 1998 in France, Cristiano Ronaldo was just 13 years old. Nobody knew who he was and his future was still very much in the air. The word “Ronaldo” didn’t refer to a speedy winger with styled hair and GQ looks. In fact, the word “Ronaldo” didn’t even refer to a Portuguese player. [...]
Chelsea Make Formal Offer for Neymar
According to French newspaper Le10Sport, Chelsea have made a formal offer for Brazilian starlet Neymar. Speculation suggests the 21 year old is set to stay in Brazil until after World Cup 2014, but clubs like Bayern Munich, Barcelona, and Chelsea have all made their interest very apparent in recent months. Roman Abramovich has made his [...]
Barcelona Not Alone In The Pursuit For Neymar
For a couple years now, the destination of Brazilian superstar Neymar has been one of the biggest questions in world soccer. Barcelona is the club he has been most linked with over recent years regarding a possible transfer. Although he is thrilled by the interest from the Catalan club, Neymar still believes it is not [...]
Brazilian Superstar Neymar Names Chelsea as Possible Dream Destination
Brazilian superstar Neymar mentioned Chelsea as a possible destination once he finally decides to leave his current club Santos FC for Europe. During an interview with Esporte Espectacular on Monday, the 21-year-old said, “I dream of playing in Europe for a big club like Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Chelsea.” Neymar has repeatedly said that he will not [...]
FC Barcelona Rumors: One South American Comes as Another One Goes?
FC Barcelona are the front runners for Brazil’s wonder-kid Neymar; However, does that mean a player will have to leave Camp Nou? Neymar, 21, is Brazil’s most priced possession. Many clubs around Europe have been trying to sign the youngster for years. The transfer saga is finally nearing the end as Neymar will be in contract year [...]
SWOL Top 100: The Best U-21 Footballers to Watch in 2013 (65-61)
SWOL analyst Mohamed Al-Hendy continues his countdown of the best U21 footballers in the world that you should watch in 2013 as we close out the 60′s with places 65-61. 65. Viktor Fischer A product of the fabled Ajax academy, Viktor Fischer has been a terrific addition to Ajax’s squad this season. Since moving to [...]
Bayern Munich Transfers: Neymar believed to be considering life in Germany
Neymar has confirmed that he would be interested in moving to Bayern Munich from Santos FC. The distance and the language are daunting. From Brazil to Germany, there are worlds in between. Neymar, alongside Gareth Bale and Edinson Cavani, is among the most sought after players in the world. His recent comments have sparked rumors [...]
Brazilian Side Gremio Sign Andre Santos on Loan from Arsenal
Arsenal have offloaded controversial left-back Andre Santos, who will be heading to Gremio on loan until the end of the season. The Brazilian has been out-of-form for the Gunners this season and has only has featured in eight Premier League matches. Santos first arrived at the Emirates in August 2011, for a fee of £6.8 million. [...]
Arsenal Transfer Rumors: Andre Santos to Brazilian Side Gremio
According to French newspaper L’Equipe, Andre Santos may be on his way out of Arsenal and back to his native Brazil to sign with Gremio. The Arsenal defender has faced his struggles while trying to break into the first team after subpar performances against Schalke, Brighton and Hove Albion, and against Liverpool, when coming on for [...]
The Neymar Dilemma: Brazilian Star Imagines Potential Future with Bayern Munich
The issue of Neymar’s future is a complicated one. The 21-year-old Brazilian is one of the most sought-after talents on the planet, linked to the likes of Barcelona, Chelsea, and Real Madrid for the past three years. Now, there’s a new competitor in the race for the signature of Neymar: Bayern Munich. Not a particularly [...]
England Defeat Brazil 2-1 on FA’s 150th Anniversary
England’s iconic Wembley Stadium was quite a unique scene as both Ronaldinho of Brazil and Ashley Cole of England were honored for their 100th international caps. For what could not have come on a better day than the FA’s 150th Anniversary, a victory at Wembley lifted the English squad and fan spirits as World Cup [...]
England vs Brazil: A Preview and Projected Lineups of the FA’s 150th Anniversary Clash at Wembley
What could be better than kicking off The Football Association’s 150th anniversary with a match between two international powerhouses of England and Brazil at the storied Wembley Stadium? According to Managing Director Adrian Bevington: “As the most successful footballing nation, with great players and supporters, it will be fantastic to launch this important year in [...]
MLS Winter Transfers: Ranking the top 5 deals
Whenever someone sits down to evaluate transfers, it is always difficult since what you have to go on is simply prior knowledge. You can guess and try to piece together how players will do, much like a puzzle with who will go where and how they will fit. However, the truth is no one knows [...]
World Cup 2014 Qualifiers: Players to Watch for the U.S. Against Honduras
The final round of regional qualifying for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil kicks off Wednesday as the United States visit San Pedro Sula to take on Honduras at the Estadio Olimpico. The US National Team official website reported on Monday that coach Jurgen Klinsmann has chosen the 24-man roster and will conduct training sessions [...]
EPL Transfers: Five Last Minute Deals that Could Happen in England
Speculation has been swirling around almost every Premier League team this January and as the window comes to a close, there still remain a few key deals to be finalized. Already, we have seen Demba Ba move to Chelsea, Daniel Sturridge to Liverpool, and Harry Redknapp attempt to spark life into relegation-threatened Queens Park Rangers [...]
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