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Stop Being a Big Bad Wolf: Mancini Tells Balotelli to Take Footballing Seriously


THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini sent a warning to striker Mario Balotelli after the Italian failed to figure significantly against derby rivals Manchester United on Sunday.


Balotelli started for City on derby day but went out of the pitch on the 52nd minute after Carlos Tevez substituted him. The Italian went straight to the dressing room and seen glaring at Mancini as he entered the tunnel.

Amid tensions between Mancini and Balotelli, the manager still prefers not to let go of the Italian striker. He believes that the striker could leave a footpr1nt at City, if only he would choose to take his job seriously.


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Frustrating 9GAG Moment: Man City Fall before Man United in Manchester Derby


THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Wayne Rooney’s brace and Robin van Persie’s injury-time penalty lifted Manchester United above their staunch rival neighbours Manchester City 2-3 in Sunday’s Premier League action.


Touted for his lacklustre start this season, Rooney came out of the shadows to score twice for United during the first half. The striker’s significant contribution brought his league derby goals record to seven, equal to that of iconic forward Eric Cantona.

Yaya Toure proved pivotal for City’s resurgence in the second half, as the powerful midfielder converted after Carlos Tevez and David Silva failed to find the back of the net. Pablo Zabaleta levelled his side through a firing effort from 12 yards.

Come injury time, United sought to leave a footpr1nt in the derby by sending van Persie to take the free kick after Tevez’ unfair challenge on Rafael Da Silva. Keeper Joe Hart failed to clear the Dutch striker’s bottom-corner shot.

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Samsung Galaxy Camera Mishap: United Lose To Cluj in Champions League


THE LATEST UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE NEWS – Manchester United have qualified for the Champions League this season, but ended their group stage run with a disappointing home loss to CFR Cluj-Napoca 0-1.

                                                    
United wished to leave a footpr1nt with another home win on Wednesday, but the Red Devils failed to turn around a 25-yard effort from Luis Alberto. The match left a worrying precedent for manager Sir Alex Ferguson in time for Sunday’s Manchester derby against Manchester City.


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Just Like Failing to Win Suzuki Cup 2012: Man City Loss to Dortmund Sends Them Out Of Europe


THE LATEST UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE NEWS – Premier League champions Manchester City exits the Champions League without clinching a Europa League slot following their defeat to Borussia Dortmund 1-0.


None of Roberto Mancini’s men was able to score against Dortmund, which needed a strike from Julian Schlieber in order to retain the top spot in the group stage. City were not able to leave a footpr1nt in the competition, as they exit without a win in six games.

City’s disappointing record of three points in the table is a scanty reflection of their expensive squad. They became the first English side in the competition that failed to record a single game in the group stage match.


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Speculating WhatsApp: Chelsea Will Not See Return of Avram Grant


THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Despite persistent reports, Chelsea have not reached out to former Avram Grant regarding an assistant role to interim manager Rafael Benitez.


Rafa went on without winning his three games for Chelsea after taking over from the reins of Roberto Di Matteo. Fans showed disapproval of the Spaniard’s takeover, noting his days as Liverpool manager in which his side had a bitter rivalry against the Blues.

Grant managed to leave a footpr1nt of positive impression to Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich. He led the Blues as their interim manager in 2007-08 and brought them to the Champions League final. Under him, the Stamford Bridge side never lost a league home game.


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Must Be Sturdy Like AFF Suzuki: Ferguson Complains about United’s Defence


THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson lamented his side’s apparently weak defence after their 4-3 win against Reading.


The seven-goal thriller saw all of the goals come in during the first half, with United trailing twice before Robin van Persie’s 34th-minute winner.

Ferguson noted that the match featured United’s “worst defending of the season”, as his side have easily conceded three goals, initially compromising their chances to win w1th ease.


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Marvellous Twilight Win: Tottenham Win over Liverpool


THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Tottenham Hotspur successfully defended White Hart Lane against Liverpool 2-1 in Wednesday’s Premier League clash.


Aaron Lennon was pivotal to the Spurs’ first-half domination, scoring on the seventh minute after firing Gareth Bale’s cross inside the goal. Bale himself found the net less than 20 minutes into the game after a 25-yard effort that went beyond stunned keeper Pepe Reina.

Bale’s luck ran out towards the second half, as the Welshman carelessly let an own goal pass through Liverpool’s woodwork. Attempts from Luis Suarez, Daniel Agger and Jose Enrique failed to lead the visitors to win w1th ease, ending an eight-match unbeaten run in the league.


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Just Like Beating Ayuni in Runescape: Sunderland, QPR, Frustrate in Goalless Draw


THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Sunderland’s meeting with newly managed Queens Park Rangers in Tuesday’s Premier League ended in a 0-0 draw.


Manager Harry Redknapp, QPR’s new boss, pressed his side to create more chances to score in order for them to move up from their dismal 20th-place position in the league table. Yet, his side failed to win w1th ease.

Showing sheer determination, QPR’s Djibril Cisse attempted to find the back of the net thrice, but failed in all chances. Adel Taarabt and Jamie Mackie saw their shots fended off by keeper Simon Mignolet.

Sunderland had their nearest opportunity to score from Steven Fletcher, whose shot ended up on keeper Julio Cesar’s save.


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Chelsea Fans – Opposition to Benitez Will Ensue

 THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Chelsea fans have warned that their opposition against new manager Rafael Benitez will continue as long as he stays in the club.



The Spaniard has figured in past tussles against Chelsea when he was still manager of Liverpool – the side he lead to win w1th ease to earn the 2004-05 Champions League title. Ashley Cole and Frank Lampard’s looming exit forms another reasons for his unpopularity.

Chelsea Supporters’ Group chair Trizia Fiorellino emphasized that the fans do not approve of Rafa taking over Roberto Di Matteo’s post, and that they did not want the Champions League-winning Italian out in the first place. 


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Mitsubishi Mirage Race to the Top: Man Utd Regain Top of Table with Win over QPR


THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Manchester United stood on top of the Premier League table once more following a 3-1 victory over hapless Queens Park Rangers, now under new manager Harry Redknapp, on Saturday.

After an empty first half, Jamie Mackie fired from close range to score for QPR on the 52nd, but none from his side successfully followed suit. Jonny Evans scored first for United through a header coming from Danny Welbeck’s headed pass.

United’s Darren Fletcher followed up a goal minutes later after taking Wayne Rooney’s pass. The Red Devils went to win w1th ease through a decisive Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez effort. The Mexican benefited from Anderson’s assist in slotting the ball beyond keeper Julio Cesar.


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Keputusan UPSR 2012 Setback: Man City’s Kompany “Extremely Doubtful” For English Premier League’s Chelsea Faceoff

THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany is in an “extremely doubtful” state of appearing for the side’s match against Chelsea on Sunday’s Premier League.

Kompany, one of City’s most proficient figures in the back line, sustained a twisted knee injury while playing Real Madrid in their Champions League match last Wednesday. His absence could upset the league champions’ chances to win w1th ease against Chelsea on Sunday.


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Just Like Failing the UPSR Result 2012: Manchester City Exit Early Of UEFA Champions League for Second Time after Draw to Real Madrid

THE LATEST UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE NEWS – Premier League champions Manchester City suffer their second Champions League exit in a row after failing to win against Real Madrid. City only managed a 1-1 draw against the Spanish champions on Wednesday’s game.

Neither of the teams showed advantage to win w1th ease, but Karim Benzema scored the first goal for Madrid 10 minutes past kick-off. City’s successful chance came in late from Sergio Aguero’s 74th-minute penalty equalizer.

Cristiano Ronaldo saw his efforts go wide, while Sami Khedira failed to make the most out of his three chances. Nevertheless, Madrid is set to emerge as their group’s second Champions League qualifier next to Borussia Dortmund. 


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AIM 2012 Suspense: Chelsea’s Di Matteo Faces Axe, Benitez Eyed as Replacement

THE LATEST UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE NEWS – Following Chelsea’s disappointing performances in recent crucial games, manager Roberto Di Matteo has his future on the line as he faces replacement by former Liverpool and Inter Milan manager Rafael Benitez.

Di Matteo led Chelsea to win last season’s Champions League, but is currently struggling to lead the club to win w1th ease for titles. Striker Fernando Torres, with his lacklustre form, stands as his main problem

Benitez stands as an alternative to former Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola, who is currently spending his sabbatical in the US. Both are highly rated managers, each with their own title-winning stints. 




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Serious McDonalds Situation: Galatasaray Aim Norwich-Style Win Over Man Utd in UEFA Champions League Match

THE LATEST UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE NEWS – Turkish champions Galatasaray will aim for a Norwich City-inspired victory when they host Manchester United in their next Champions League match.

While Galatasaray are not expecting to w1th ease against the English giants, they are confident of winning over a side that is without the likes of Wayne Rooney, Robin van Persie and Rio Ferdinand, among others.

Last Saturday, United lost to hosts Norwich 1-0 in the Premier League. Galatasaray winger Nordin Amrabat said that his side is taking inspiration from that match, saying that they could do the same to their opponents when they meet again.


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No Happy Deepavali for Chelsea: Blues Fall Down Before West Brom

THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Chelsea struggled before shockers West Bromwich Albion as the Baggies triumphed 2-1 in last Saturday’s Premier League encounter.

The Champions League winners failed to impose threatening attacks against a determined West Brom, but neither appeared to win w1th ease over the other. Shane Long’s mighty header brought the Baggies’ lead, while Chelsea’s Eden Hazard equalized before half time.

Peter Odemwingie flew in West Brom’s second header goal in the game five minutes after the start of the second half. Chelsea saw efforts from Daniel Sturridge and Victor Moses, but none of their threats materialized into goals.


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Anugerah Skrin 2012 Thrilling Action: Ibrahimovic’s Goal Truly Fantastic - Hamren

THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS – Erik Hamren, Sweden manager, expressed his delight over his striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s phenomenal bicycle kick goal, calling it the best he has ever seen live.

Comparing Ibrahimovic’s goal to that of a video game, Hamren recognized the striker’s massive effort as to why his side were able to win w1th ease against England. 

Hamren noted that Ibrahimovic’s fourth goal seem highly impossible, going on to say, “I don’t know if you will see another like it in your life”.


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Liverpool Midfielder Raheem Sterling and Crystal Palace Striker Wilfried Zaha Urged By England Manager Roy Hodgson To Improve For 2014 World Cup

THE LATEST SPORTS NEWS – Roy Hodgson, manager of the England national team, said that new talents Raheem Sterling and Wilfried Zaha have great potential to become regular starters in the squad in time for the 2014 World Cup.


After failing to win w1th ease over a Zlatan Ibrahimovic-powered Sweden on Wednesday, Hodgson noted that his side “can only get better” with the promising new talents he currently has.

Hodgson cited the cases of Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Danny Welbeck, Jack Wilshere and Kieran Gibbs, among others, as proof that the England squad is constantly experiencing significant improvements. 

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A Tight Anugerah Skrin 2012 Contest: Premier League Clubs Target Shakhtar Donetsk’s Luiz Adriano

 
THE LATEST UEFA ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Premier League clubs Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool are going after Shakhtar Donetsk striker Luiz Adriano, with each preparing January transfer offers for the Brazilian player.


Adriano has played a key role in giving Chelsea a difficult time to win w1th ease during Donetsk’s 3-2 Champions League defeat at Stamford Bridge. He scored 45 goals in his 107 appearances for the Ukrainian outfit.

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UEFA English Premier League News: Chelsea’s John Terry to Stay in Sidelines for Weeks

THE LATEST UEFA ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Chelsea announced that their defender and captain John Terry would not need months for injury recovery, saying that the player will only be out for weeks.


Terry, who marked his return to the pitch with a header goal and knee injury against Liverpool on Sunday, did not incur “significant damage”, according to Chelsea. They failed to win w1th ease against their visitors from Merseyside as they ended the match in a 1-1 draw.

The club’s medical team showed no harmful findings on Terry’s cruciate ligaments. They will conduct further tests on him once the swelling on his knee disappears to see whether he could achieve fitness at an earlier date. 

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As Tight As the US Election: Chelsea, Liverpool Figure in Pulsating Draw

THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Chelsea did not manage to get closer to the top spot of the table as their Premier League match against Liverpool on Sunday ended in a pulsating 1-1 draw.


While Chelsea seemed set to win w1th ease through John Terry’s powerful 20th minute header, their celebration was cut short after they failed to break Luis Suarez’ equalizer on the 73rd minute.

Juan Mata and Oscar were not able to convert crucial chances. Terry, apart from a goal, marked his return to Chelsea with an injury that could take him a long time in the sidelines. 

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