Inter Disappoint…Again
Posted by exposrip on November 24, 2009 · Leave a Comment
Inter Milan’s stunning mediocrity in Champions League play has not abated as they fell before Barcelona 2-0 today. Following three under whelming draws and a victory that can only be described as fortunate, the nerazzurri have yet to figure out a winning formula for Europe’s most prestigious tournament.
Unlike their hated rivals from AC Milan, Inter [...]
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Will Real’s Spending Splurge Lead To Victory?
Posted by exposrip on June 15, 2009 · 4 Comments
By John ST
There is a price for everything. Sir Alex Ferguson declared indignantly in December that he wouldn’t sell the Real Madrid mob a virus, not to mention his crowning jewel, Cristiano Ronaldo, but when an astronomical £80 million check is waved enticingly, principles can be swayed.
Last week, Real Madrid shocked the football community with [...]
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Soccer Round Up: Serie A Ends; Three Legends Retire; Champions League Final
Posted by exposrip on May 31, 2009 · Leave a Comment
And so another season came to a close in Serie A in what turned out to be an exciting campaign in Italy despite all the controversy in recent years. Let’s recall that the Renaissance was born into and bequeathed a brilliant cultural and historical legacy amidst much political chaos. It’s the Italian way.
While the Scudetto [...]
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Premier League Countdown
Posted by admin on May 14, 2009 · Leave a Comment
With only a handful of games left in the Premier League this season the title, relegation and European spots have yet to be decided. Here is my look at where I think the silverware is going.
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Sports Links And Stats Of Interest
Posted by exposrip on May 7, 2009 · Leave a Comment
Champions League: More thoughts on Barcelona-Chelsea this time from Rob Hughes and Goal.com.
Well, at least both Italy and Spain are square with Hiddink now.
Soccer: Arsenal fan hangs himself.
MLB: Manny being Manny with girly steroids. Question: What the dilio? What was he thinking?
UEFA: Werder Bremen (and their cool uniforms) finally reaches a final of a [...]
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Champions League Semi-Finals: Fate Is Not Always Kind
Posted by exposrip on May 6, 2009 · 2 Comments
As a neutral observer of the 2nd leg match between Barcelona and Chelsea, please allow me to convey my sober but middling and borderline lexaphanic thoughts given the passionate explosiveness witnessed.
The match ended 1-1 but Barcelona marches on Rome (to the Spanish Steps I assume) thanks to an away goal at Stamford Bridge. In magnificent [...]
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Barcelona Still Have Work To Do
Posted by exposrip on May 2, 2009 · Leave a Comment
By John ST
Soccer Net Live
Barcelona are on track for a Spanish treble but of late, the euphoria surrounding this scintillating team has fizzled out and they have looked less than invincible. Not to take anything away from the Blaugrana, they remain the most thrilling team in Europe on their day.
However, consistency has suffered from the [...]
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Champions League: EPL Teams Rip Through First Leg Of R16
Posted by exposrip on February 25, 2009 · 2 Comments
By Beaker
Maybe Latin and Mediterranean nations hold the World Cup and Euro title, but English sides continue to flourish at the international club level.
After the first leg in Champions League round of 16 play, EPL teams came away with three wins a draw. Arsenal edged out Roma 1-0 thanks to a Robin von Persie penalty [...]
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FC Barcelona’s Dream Pace
Posted by exposrip on January 19, 2009 · Leave a Comment
By Alessandro
The city of Barcelona has had a spotty history. However, there’s nothing spotty about FC Barcelona’s soccer legacy.
Barcelona gave Deportivo La Caruna a nice little beating this weekend by a score of 5-0. La Caruna shouldn’t feel too bad. With their scintillating performances, the Catalans are playing like they’re from another dimension.
The last time [...]
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On The Other Hand…
Posted by exposrip on December 17, 2008 · Leave a Comment
Inter’s rivals Juventus look good in Champions League and Serie A.
At this point, given their play in La Liga and Champions League form, Barcelona have to be considered the early favorites to win and are poised to win their third Champions League title.
Defending champions Manchester United are in the mix as well. It’s hard to [...]
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