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In eager anticipation of this week’s Champions League semi-finals, we spoke to The Score’s James Sharman. He shared his thoughts on the big midweek fixtures, and Chelsea’s future amongst Europe’s best clubs. Chelsea host 2010/11 Champions League winners, Barcelona, and Bayern host Jose Mourinho’s Real Madrid. > read more

Balotelli A Scapegoat For City

Published on 2012-04-09 11:33:59

Roberto Mancini has suggested that Mario Balotelli, the unpredictable, headline-grabbing Italian, will be sold at the end of the season, presumably not because of a lack of ability but due to the forward’s antics on and off the field. In recent weeks, Mancini has stated that he doesn’t trust Balotelli, his last two performances against Sunderland and Arsenal showing just [...] > read more

Why Abramovich must change his approach at Chelsea

Published on 2012-04-08 15:52:07

We hear it all the time; that old adage that stability brings success to a football club. We only have to look as far as Manchester United to see the rewards on offer for owners who stay loyal to their manager. With this in mind, Chelsea head into their Champions League semi final first leg against Barcelona with their ninth [...] > read more

Bundesliga Showdown: Dortmund vs Bayern

Published on 2012-04-07 17:56:27

The countdown to Wednesday night has already begun in Germany and across the footballing world in anticipation of Borussia Dortmund’s home clash with Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga. Dortmund were in the group stages of the Champions League this season, but the campaign arrived too soon for their young squad as they finished bottom of a group consisting of Arsenal, [...] > read more

And then there were four: Champions League Semi-Finals await.

Published on 2012-04-05 01:55:49

The dust has settled, and the men have been separated from the boys. Two intriguing semi-finals await the top four clubs in Europe’s premier cup competition. > read more

Barcelona 3-1 AC Milan – second leg review

Published on 2012-04-04 00:00:15

Antonio Nocerino’s away goal was not enough, as Milan go out of the Champions League to a couple of Lionel Messi penalties in a 3-1 defeat to Barcelona. The first leg ended goalless, so a score draw would see the Rossoneri in the semi finals next week through the away goals rule. Thiago Silva, Mark van Bommel, Alexander Merkel and [...] > read more

Chelsea vs Benfica – preview

Published on 2012-04-03 20:18:27

It may seem rather poignant that, after Andre Villas-Boas left Chelsea, the side he was ‘rebuilding’ duly delivered an impressive run of form. After an unlikely victory in extra-time over Napoli, Chelsea secured a berth in the Champions League quarter-finals. After Saloman Kalou’s winner, following excellent work from Fernando Torres, Chelsea escaped from Lisbon with a 1-0 win in the [...] > read more

Why Chelsea must guard against Gaitan

Published on 2012-04-03 13:04:26

1-0 is the most dangerous lead in football. Whilst Chelsea put on a fantastic performance to become the first team to beat Benfica at the Estadio da Luz in this season’s competition, they must guard against any kind of complacency thinking that this tie is sewn up. Benfica out shot the Blues by 22 efforts to 11 in the first [...] > read more

Bayern vs Marseille, Barcelona vs AC Milan – previews

Published on 2012-04-03 02:40:33

First Leg: Marseille 0-2 Bayern The story so far - Bayern have virtually guaranteed passage into the Champions League semi-finals, after managing two away-goals in the first leg. Barring an absolute disaster, the German side will progress. Team news - Bayern are unlikely to make any changes from the XI that beat Marseille in the first leg. Marseille’s Alou Diarra misses out [...] > read more

Barcelona vs AC Milan – second leg preview

Published on 2012-04-02 20:23:54

A spot in the semi final is on the line when Barcelona and AC Milan take to the pitch at the Camp Nou on Tuesday night. AC Milan are coming off a controversial week after their 1-1 draw to Catania saw another controversial goal called back that may have crossed the line. At this point, it’s inconclusive as to whether [...] > read more

Spurs ready to be London’s top club

Published on 2012-04-02 19:25:50

Following Tottenham’s 3-1 win over Swansea City yesterday afternoon, Harry Redknapp’s side are now level on points with north London rivals, Arsenal. Only one goal separates the two clubs. With only seven games remaining in Tottenham’s Premier League calendar, it is going to be a nail biting finish to the race for Champions League qualification. A solid league campaign Tottenham [...] > read more

AC Milan 0-0 Barcelona – first leg review

Published on 2012-03-29 15:36:59

The match between AC Milan and Barcelona featured lots of action, but finished in a 0-0 draw at the San Siro. Both teams had been a part of plenty high scoring classics in the Champions League this season, but in their third meeting, it was apparent that the two sides were very familiar with each other, not a surprise considering [...] > read more

Why Champions League football is important for Premier League clubs

Published on 2012-03-29 02:00:52

The importance in securing Champions League football season after season for Premier League clubs is becoming increasingly crucial. Global image, and ability to attract and afford Europe’s top players hinges on qualification. Arsene Wenger has dismissed critics who argue that his failure to win a trophy in the last seven years is harming his reputation with the fact that he [...] > read more

Champions League: Quarter-Final Review

Published on 2012-03-28 16:09:58

Real Madrid and Bayern Munich virtually confirmed their places in the semi-finals of the Champions League as they won by three and two goals respectively away from home. Chelsea produced a superb away performance at Benfica to come away with a 1-0 win, whilst giants AC Milan and Barcelona played out an entertaining 0-0 draw in Italy to set up [...] > read more

StatsZone: AC Milan 0-0 Barcelona

Published on 2012-03-28 16:00:40

AC Milan’s stubborn defence Holding Barcelona to only three shots on target is a testament to AC Milan’s defence but, as you can see, the interceptions higher up the pitch were vital. Massimo Ambrosini, in particular, did well defensively vs Barcelona Barcelona were left to rue their poor shooting, while AC Milan managed almost as many shots from inside the [...] > read more

Milan vs Barcelona – quarter final preview

Published on 2012-03-27 16:50:11

AC Milan and Barcelona will face off for the third time this season when they meet at the San Siro on Wednesday night. Both teams have had inconsistent domestic seasons, but recently both have been resurgent in the latter half of the year. Milan’s biggest issue has been constant injuries with Barcelona’s being complacency against the weaker sides. Coming into [...] > read more

APOEL vs Real Madrid – preview

Published on 2012-03-26 15:58:03

With the rich history of Real Madrid, it may appear that this year’s Champions League surprise-package are worthy of little more than a fleeting thought in this quarter-final. APOEL After topping their group, many began to take notice of the Cypriot side. Tipped to struggle vs. Olympique Lyon, it was APOEL Nicosia’s characteristic counter-attacking style that provided the opportunity for [...] > read more

Claudio Ranieri sacked as Inter boss

Published on 2012-03-26 15:12:54

Inter Milan have parted ways with manager Claudio Ranieri. After a disastrous start to their Serie A campaign, Inter Milan managed to secure Champions League round of 16 qualification. Defeat vs Marseille in the Round of 16, and the fact that Inter currently sit ten points adrift of the Champions League qualification spots, Ranieri’s fate seemed to be sealed. Andrea [...] > read more

What Chelsea Must Do To Beat Benfica

Published on 2012-03-26 14:03:37

Chelsea remain the only Premier League team left in this season’s Champions League, after knocking off Napoli in extra-time they face a stiff test with a trip to Benfica. The Portuguese side have been a tough nut for teams to crack, having lost only one game in the competition so far and that was in the icy chill of St. [...] > read more

European Football Weekly

Published on 2012-03-23 11:34:28

Welcome to the first instalment of European Football Weekly. We will feature some of the articles that we’ve enjoyed this week, and also some articles that you’ve sent to us on Twitter. > read more

Chelsea drift away from the top-four

Published on 2012-03-22 00:39:20

In the lead up to Wednesday’s match vs Manchester City, Roberto Di Matteo led Chelsea to four successive wins that included a Champions League extra-time win against Napoli, and two FA Cup wins but the run ended at the Etihad. Chelsea managed just 39% possession, and 79% passing completion vs Manchester City. Simply not good enough. Roberto Di Matteo seemed [...] > read more

Crucial mid-week Premier League fixtures

Published on 2012-03-21 00:58:17

Manchester City vs Chelsea Earmarked earlier in the season as a vital fixture in the Premier League calendar, few would have predicted the state of affairs at the respective clubs. Andre Villas-Boas was in charge when the two sides met in December, a match that finished 2-1 with AVB stating that Chelsea were back in the hunt for the Premier [...] > read more

Messi rewrites Barcelona history

Published on 2012-03-20 20:04:37

Lionel Messi broke Barcelona’s long-standing goal-scoring record with a hat-trick against Granada on Tuesday. His record-breaking 233rd goal Messi, currently World Player of the Year, is in his eighth season with Barcelona. He has now scored 54 goals in all competitions this season. Truly astonishing. Let’s put this into perspective shall we? Fernando Torres, Andy Carroll and Luis Suarez have scored [...] > read more

Why Chelsea can win the Champions League

Published on 2012-03-19 01:51:41

Chelsea’s epic comeback against Napoli leaves the Blues as the only English side left in the competition, quite an extraordinary fact considering the dominance of the Premier League clubs in Europe over the last 5 years. Real Madrid and Barcelona are, for obvious reasons, clear favourites to win the Champions League this year, and an all-Spanish final is seen as [...] > read more

Milan vs Barcelona – initial thoughts

Published on 2012-03-17 18:56:46

“Against Barcelona it will be difficult but we have the tools to do well”. Those were Massimiliano Allegri’s words when asked about Friday’s Champions League draw when it was announced that seven time champions AC Milan would face off against current holders FC Barcelona in the quarter finals. When Josep Guardiola was asked which team he wouldn’t want to face [...] > read more

Download Our Free Champions League Bracket!

Published on 2012-03-16 16:48:00

Feel free to download our brand spanking new Champions League Bracket. It shows all of the dates for all remaining matches in the Champions League. It also shows which teams will play home or away first or second should they advance from the Semi Finals. > read more

Champions League: Quarter-Final and Semi-Final Draw

Published on 2012-03-16 07:03:35

Chelsea’s reward for their enthralling second-leg comeback over SSC Napoli is a last eight encounter with Portuguese side SL Benfica, as the UEFA draw for the next two rounds was made today in Switzerland. AC Milan have been drawn against holders FC Barcelona in the tie of the round, with Marseille up against FC Bayern Munich and shock troopers APOEL [...] > read more

Inter vs Marseille – second leg review

Published on 2012-03-15 09:41:29

Inter Milan gave a valiant effort, but couldn’t conjure up any more magic as Marseille’s away goal was enough to see Didier Deschamps side advance to the quarter finals. Inter, like their other Italian counterparts in the Champions League, didn’t take advantage of their early chances. While Yuto Nagatomo impressed at left back along with Wesley Sneijder and Diego Milito [...] > read more

Bayern, Marseille qualify for the quarter-finals

Published on 2012-03-14 00:29:02

Bayern 7-0 Basel After their 1-0 win at home to Bayern Munich, you would have been forgiven for affording the Swiss side a glimmer of hope in the second leg. Scoring seven goals in their second successive match, Bayern were on top-form with no-one more so than four-goal star, Mario Gomez. All doubts surrounding Bayern’s credentials in the Champions League [...] > read more

Inter vs Marseille second leg preview

Published on 2012-03-12 22:00:38

Inter Milan will arrive to the San Siro for their Champions League encounter against Marseille on a high after recording a dramatic win at Chievo on Friday night. Inter are missing crucial players The Nerazzurri will be without Cristian Chivu due to suspension while Ricardo Alvarez and Andrea Ranocchia are injured. Expect Yuto Nagatomo to get the nod at left [...] > read more

What Chelsea must do to beat Napoli

Published on 2012-03-12 21:02:47

Chelsea go in to Wednesday night’s do-or-die clash with Napoli as the Premier League’s last surviving team. Having been beaten 3-1 in Naples whilst Andre Villas-Boas was in charge, this time, Roberto Di Matteo is at the Helm of the Blues, trying to guide them safely through to the Quarter-Finals. While not needing an Arsenal style dramatic turnaround, Di Matteo [...] > read more

Bayern vs Basel – Second Leg Preview

Published on 2012-03-12 11:31:54

FC Bayern Munich play host to FC Basel tomorrow night at the Allianz Arena, as the German Bundesliga side look to avenge the 1-0 defeat suffered in the first leg of the Champions League last-16 tie. Those of a Basel persuasion will still be on a high after defeating the Bavarian giants but will know that this second leg is [...] > read more

Chelsea vs Napoli – second leg preview

Published on 2012-03-12 03:37:30

Champions League Round of 16 first leg: Napoli 3-1 Chelsea Chelsea may have avoided an Arsenal-esque capitulation vs Napoli at the intimidating San Paolo stadium, but their lone away-goal offers little hope. Andre Villas-Boas was relieved of his duties as Chelsea manager, but the Blues have been resurgent since his departure. Two wins over Birmingham in the FA Cup, and [...] > read more

Round of 16: three talking points

Published on 2012-03-11 03:42:23

Arsenal’s season in a single fixture. Abject capitulation in their first leg vs AC Milan, much of Arsenal’s hope hinged on the return leg at the Emirates. A 3-0 win was far from embarrassing, but offered little in terms of an apology for the first leg. Arsene Wenger is now focussed on Champions League qualification in the Premier League. AC [...] > read more

Barcelona 7-1 Leverkusen – chalkboards

Published on 2012-03-07 16:38:48

Messi was absolute incredible. He came, he saw, he conquered. Barcelona controlled their round of 16 tie with Bayer Leverkusen from start to finish with Messi now only eight goals away from becoming their all-time leading scorer. First player to ever score five Champions League goals in a single match � An inspired Barcelona performance > read more

Arsenal 3-0 AC Milan – second leg review

Published on 2012-03-07 01:01:16

Arsenal nearly accomplished the impossible but fell short beating Milan 3-0 which saw the Rossoneri advance on aggregate 4-3. Massimiliano Allegri wanted to start an attacking lineup so his team could take control of the game and score at The Emirates. Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Stephane El Shaarawy started up front with Robinho just behind them as the top of the [...] > read more

So very close, and not very far at all. Arsenal 3, AC Milan 0 (3-4 agg)

Published on 2012-03-06 15:40:53

So close yet so far. Well, that really doesn’t do this match any justice at all, does it? The truth is that Arsenal truly were just so very close to completing one of the very greatest comebacks in Champions League history. > read more

Player Power Wins Out, But at What Cost?

Published on 2012-03-05 21:53:28

With word leaking out of Cobham that Villas-Boas worked 12 hours a day, often slept at the training ground and ultimately left his tenure in tears, the Chelsea squad should be ashamed of themselves. > read more

APOEL vs Lyon – second leg preview

Published on 2012-03-05 01:45:56

UEFA Champions League knockout stage action returns this midweek as surprise package APOEL Nicosia host Olympique Lyonnais at the GSP Stadium on Wednesday night. The French side take a slender lead to the away leg after the first leg tie at the Stade Gerland ended 1-0. APOEL NICOSIA After a historic group stage qualification to the knockout stages, APOEL Nicosia [...] > read more

Arsenal vs AC Milan – second leg preview

Published on 2012-03-05 01:01:15

AC Milan are all but through to the quarter finals, but they’ll have to hold on to their convincing 4-0 score line at Arsenal if they want to advance. Form The Rossoneri are fresh off a 4-0 triumph over Palermo at La Renzo Barbera where the returning Zlatan Ibrahimovic bagged a hat trick after thirty-four minutes. Notable absentee Philippe Mexes [...] > read more

Where it all went wrong for Andre Villas-Boas

Published on 2012-03-04 12:54:50

The poisoned chalice of football has claimed yet another victim. Andre Villas-Boas was sacked after just 256 days in charge AVB’s record at Chelsea 27 Premier League games: 13 wins, 7 defeats and 7 defeats. 46pts achieved with a goal difference of +15. 40 matches in total: 19 wins, 11, draws, 10 defeats. 69 goals and conceded 43, with a [...] > read more

Where it all went wrong for Andre Villas-Boas

Published on 2012-03-04 12:54:50

Benfica vs Zenit – second leg preview

Published on 2012-03-04 02:14:56

After the 3-2 win at home to Benfica, this round of 16 tie is finely poised. Zenit After a 2-2 draw with CSKA, Zenit have shown they can keep the goals flowing. A brace from Alexander Kerzhakov, who put Zenit ahead after both goals, was vital for the St. Petersburg side. Question marks regarding their defence will certainly be raised, [...] > read more

Benfica vs Zenit – second leg preview

Published on 2012-03-04 02:14:56

Villas-Boas’ biggest mistake

Published on 2012-03-03 02:27:33

Rome wasn’t built in a day, as they say. Andre Villas-Boas seems intent on restructuring a Chelsea squad with little regard for the players who forged the foundation of recent success for the London side. Ebullient and enthusiastic in his early months at the club, he has become indignant as the plan began to unravel. While his intentions should be applauded, there [...] > read more

Villas-Boas’ biggest mistake

Published on 2012-03-03 02:27:33

Liverpool vs Arsenal – preview

Published on 2012-03-03 01:12:08

Arsenal, trophy-less since 2005, face this season’s Carling Cup winners at Anfield as the race for fourth heats up. Liverpool may finish the season as also-rans in the race for Champions League football, but their significant investment as yielded Europa League qualification and domestic silverware. Arsenal, after suffering their worst league start in 50 years, have managed to maintain an admirable [...] > read more

Liverpool vs Arsenal – preview

Published on 2012-03-03 01:12:08

The Return of the Special One

Published on 2012-03-01 17:38:07

Jose Mourinho’s transparent desire to return to the Premier League has sparked media speculation over potential suitors for the Portuguese 49-year-old, but which clubs will have a genuine interest in appointing him, and, more importantly, which teams would Mourinho actually consider managing? He has been spotted home searching in West London, so a London club is more probable, but nothing [...] > read more

The Return of the Special One

Published on 2012-03-01 17:38:07

Villas-Boas unsure of Chelsea future

Published on 2012-02-28 01:48:17

Confident, assured, and bullish. Andre Villas-Boas embodied the young swagger that it seemed Roman Abramovich wanted, but will AVB meet an all too familiar fate? Those who followed the fortunes of Chelsea through their “bad moment” after taking the early stages of the 2010/11 season by storm will remember Carlo Ancelotti’s sunken demeanour. A struggling side that ultimately finished second [...] > read more

Villas-Boas unsure of Chelsea future

Published on 2012-02-28 01:48:17

Arsenal FC – sustainable or hopeful?

Published on 2012-02-28 01:45:16

Arsenal, oft criticised for their recent pragmatic approach toward the transfer market, have announced a huge rise in profits to £49.5m, following the sale of Cesc Fabregas and Samir Nasri. A large portion, £41.6m, of the club’s profits came from player transfers, including the sale of Nasri to Manchester City and Fabregas to Barcelona. As Arsene Wenger said before the high-profile departures: [...] > read more

Arsenal FC – sustainable or hopeful?

Published on 2012-02-28 01:45:16

Arsenal 5-2 Spurs – Analysis

Published on 2012-02-27 01:45:30

Arsenal completed an incredible comeback vs Spurs, but did it merely paper over the cracks of a faltering season? Top choice back-four returned for Arsenal (Sagna, Koscielny, Vermaelen, and Gibbs) but found themselves 2-0 down inside 34 minutes. Arsenal’s defence were stretched inside four minutes, with Saha taking advantage of a rather fortuitous goal. Vulnerable on the counter-attack, Arsenal continued [...] > read more

Goals: Messi’s free-kick and Ronaldo’s backheel

Published on 2012-02-27 00:18:40

Comparing these two wonderful, talented footballers would do them both an injustice. Messi, the master of “how on earth did he manage that” scored a wonderful free-kick past the impressive Atletico Madrid keeper Thibaut Courtois � Cristiano Ronaldo, earlier in the day, had back-heeled his way into the highlight reels for weeks to come. � Two very different goals, but [...] > read more

Milan vs Juventus – Analysis

Published on 2012-02-26 00:53:35

Bad blood, controversy, atmosphere, excitement, and heartbreak, Milan vs Juventus had it all on Saturday night. The match finished 1-1 after a deflected Antonio Nocerino shot in the fifteenth minute and an Alessandro Matri finish in the eighty-third, but there were far more talking points after the final whistle. A Sulley Muntari goal which looked to have crossed the line [...] > read more

Marseille vs Inter – analysis

Published on 2012-02-23 01:35:02

A second half stoppage time header by Andre Ayew was enough to secure Marseille a 1-0 win at home over Inter Milan. After a dull first half in which both sides seemed tentative in the attack, the game picked up slightly with Marseille creating more in the final third and getting more of the chances in the second half. Inter Milan on the other hand played a very tight system where they only broke out to try and score on a counter and focused on not conceding a goal. This made the encounter very b [..] > read more

Marseille vs Inter – preview

Published on 2012-02-22 01:20:04

Inter Milan will look to improve on their successful Champions League campaign by gaining an advantage at Marseille’s Stade Velodrome on Wednesday. Despite a less than stellar Serie A season for the Nerazzurri, they enjoyed an emphatic group stage winning phase and are looking to build on that accomplishment. Inter will most likely line up [...] > read more

Why Villas-Boas is wrong

Published on 2012-02-22 01:02:02

The Round of 16 first leg clash Napoli was touted as the next big test in Andre Villas-Boas’ tenure. Napoli, with their characteristic flair and attacking efficiency, left Chelsea reeling and trailing 3-1 after the first leg Whatever your thoughts are on his team selection, an increasing concern for Chelsea fans is the sense of [...] > read more

Analysis: Napoli 3-1 Chelsea

Published on 2012-02-22 01:00:26

A Lavezzi brace was among the highlights as Napoli marched to victory in a 3-1 win over Chelsea at the San Paolo on Tuesday. Both teams didn’t have the best domestic form coming into this game, especially on the defensive side of the ball, so it was no surprise to see an open, free flowing, [...] > read more

Napoli vs Chelsea – Italian preview

Published on 2012-02-21 01:50:36

Napoli kick off their round of sixteen tie Tuesday night when they host Chelsea at the San Paolo. The Naples based club hasn’t had the best of runs recently, winning jus two of their last seven games in the Serie A. The bright side is that they’ve been victorious in their last two matches, and [...] > read more

Inter Milan: season report

Published on 2012-02-21 01:31:20

Thiago Motta, how could you?! This season, Thaigo Motta was Inter Milan’s good luck charm. The first 6 matches Motta appeared in, Inter won. Then, Motta’s Inter finally lost to Udinese at the San Siro, and the good luck charm turned bad. Or did it? In Motta’s next 6 appearances, Inter won maximum points and [...] > read more

The pressure builds on Villas-Boas

Published on 2012-02-20 15:15:27

They say a week is a long time in politics but, for Andre Villas-Boas, his Chelsea tenure will have already felt like a lifetime. AVB is facing a game on Wednesday that could define his future. Napoli in the Champions League is never an easy test, but given Chelsea’s faltering form and the obvious divisions [...] > read more

Can Basel beat FC Bayern?

Published on 2012-02-19 17:00:56

When Pablo Aimar equalised for SL Benfica in the true footballing arena that is Old Trafford on Matchday 5 of the Champions League, most watching the game including the Manchester United supporters believed their team would come back at the Portuguese again and get a vital winner that would seal last 16 qualification. The goal [...] > read more

Napoli vs Chelsea – preview

Published on 2012-02-18 13:11:07

Chelsea face a daunting mission next Tuesday as they travel to Naples in Italy to face SSC Napoli, at the San Paulo Stadium. The knockout stage of this year’s Champions League has arrived with FC Barcelona beating Bayer Leverkusen and Olympique Lyonnais disposing of APOEL Nicosia in this week’s first-leg encounters. The Blues are up [...] > read more

AC Milan 4-0 Arsenal: Analysis

Published on 2012-02-16 02:01:09

The curse for Milan and Italy is finally over after a convincing 4-0 win at the San Siro on Wednesday night against Arsenal. Kevin Prince Boateng’s wonder goal was among the highlights in a Rossoneri dominated match. Robinho also shined netting a brace with Zlatan Ibrahimovic scoring from the spot and assisting the aforementioned Brazilian [...] > read more

Zenit vs Benfica – preview

Published on 2012-02-14 21:11:53

Finishing behind Cyprian minnows APOEL must have been a slight shock, but Zenit managed to finish ahead of Porto in the Group Stages to secure Round of 16 qualification. Benfica managed to top group C without being beaten. Zenit may struggle Their most recent competitive fixture, as the Russian league is currently inactive, was in [...] > read more

AC Milan vs Arsenal – preview

Published on 2012-02-14 16:21:26

All eyes will be on the San Siro on Wednesday when AC Milan faces off against Arsenal. Both sides have had their highest of highs along with their lowest of lows this season, and both will be looking for some Champions League magic to make up for their slips in form. Poor recent form Milan’s [...] > read more

StatsZone: Round of 16, matchday one

Published on 2012-02-14 16:00:31

Barcelona responded very well to criticism of their La Liga form with a fluid passing display vs Leverkusen. Sanchez with two goals and a fantastic performance from World Player of the Year, Lionel Messi. Leverkusen 1-3 Barcelona � APOEL struggled to make an impact in their match vs Lyon. The French side with a narrow [...] > read more

Leverkusen vs Barcelona – preview

Published on 2012-02-14 03:44:21

Bayer Leverkusen host last year’s Champions League winners Barcelona in a fascinating Round of 16 match. The pressure is on Barcelona Ten points adrift of La Liga leaders, Real Madrid, the heat is on Pep Guardiola’s Barcelona to deliver in the Champions League once again. “You almost get the feeling that it would constitute failure [...] > read more

Exclusive interview with the Arseblog founder

Published on 2012-02-14 03:18:32

We were lucky enough to be joined by world-renowned Arsenal blogger and author, Andrew Mangan, aka Arseblog What are your thoughts on the season so far? So so, start was very poor. It was a difficult summer for Arsenal, mismanaged. New players joining with some high-profile departures. I was happy with a good run between [...] > read more

Lyon vs APOEL – preview

Published on 2012-02-14 02:01:10

The fairy-tale continues, with Cyprus giants APOEL Nicosia well and truly amongst Europe’s best. A never-say-die attitude allowed them a smooth passage into the knock-out stages despite averaging a paltry 39% of possession over the six matches. APOEL became first and only Cypriot club to reach the Champions League knockout stages. It seems rather difficult to [...] > read more

Be proud, Liverpool Football Club

Published on 2012-02-09 18:34:53

King Kenny’s Liverpool may not be capable of winning the league this season, but Dalglish has certainly done enough of restore footballing pride in Liverpool Football Club. The Carling Cup final won’t be played until February 19, 2012, but Kenny’s managed to string out wins over Arsenal, Manchester United, Manchester City, Newcastle, and Chelsea during [...] > read more

Champions League Round of 16 Fixture Map

Published on 2012-02-08 01:44:01

� Here are the Champions League Round of 16 Fixtures The Gaffer Fuelled by football and motivated by intelligent discussion. �� > read more

The Yob Report: Liverpool vs. Tottenham

Published on 2012-02-07 02:01:20

Welcome to the Yob Report, the place where we honestly, really truly DON'T cover the world’s biggest matches and competitions: you do. The Yob Report is a collection of tweets, statuses and updates from the great unwashed. The masses. The people. > read more

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