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The debate about whether Celtic Football Club and Rangers Football Club (both of Glasgow in Scotland) should be allowed to join the English Premier League has raged on for years now, and has finally reached boiling point this year, with the president of the Football Association finally making his opinions heard. So why do Rangers [...]

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One of the most under-pressure managers in the English Premier League this season is Rafael Benitez. The Liverpool manager was expected to challenge for the title this season or at the very least finish in the top 3, yet neither of these are looking likely now due to an extremely bad start to the season [...]

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It all happened during extra time in the 180th minute when the ball touched Henry’s hand during the buildup to William Gallas’ goal that assured France a 2-1 win. And, of course, a place in the World Cup next year at South Africa. Henry openly admitted to ball handling and later apologized for it. More: [...]

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Periodically, talk and occasionally concrete proposals, surface about bringing the Old Firm from Scotland (Glasgow Rangers and Celtic Rangers) south in to the English Premier League. Usually, the topic is raised by the Scottish clubs when seeking a slice of the lucrative Premiership pie. There is no doubt both Celtic and Glasgow are wealthy, powerful [...]

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It’s official! Los Angeles Galaxy lost to Real Salt Lake 5-4 on penalties after the match ended 1-1 after extra time. And with this Galaxy’s hope of winning its third MLS crown was shattered, and Beckham was stopped in his tracks from winning his third national league title. But it gave Real Salt Lake its [...]

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Most youth soccer players want to increase their quickness on the soccer field. This article will discuss the difference between acceleration and speed and give you some ideas to improve your game. More: continued here

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After finishing second to Spain in the qualification table Ireland were on their way to Italia 90. Ireland didn’t play the most attractive style of football in that tournament but the team as we have become accustomed to showed great heart and determination. More: continued here

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There is no doubt Alex Ferguson has been and continues to be one of the biggest names in British football but is it time for Sir Alex to retire? He will forever go down in the history of Manchester United as one of the most successful managers of all time but a quick look back [...]

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Chelsea FC tickets for fixtures played at the Stamford Bridge stadium are amongst the most sought after match seats in the UK. Even managing to obtain a club membership will not guarantee you a seat at many of the higher profile football matches that are staged at the West London venue. However, it appears that [...]

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There are many Goalkeeper Trainers working in football but few Goalkeeper Coaches. What’s the difference? Well, usually a trainer will be an ex-pro or similar who has been handed his coaching role on a plate by a duty bound club once he’s finished his playing career. This type of coach is fantastic at developing drills [...]

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