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Coming to Manchester United vs Chelsea, Rooney: United Face Toughest Test

rooney
Rooney
MANCHESTER - Manchester United will entertain Chelsea at Old Trafford tonight hrs. Wayne Rooney believes the game against the Blues, will be the toughest test for the Red Devils in the Premier League this season.

As is known, Sir Alex Ferguson's troops start the Premier League with a perfect competition. Heavy opponents like Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur, managed quot by Rooney et al with a big score. But Rooney does not want United be arrogant.

The former Everton striker was still wary of the candidate's opponents Chelsea, who are currently trained by Andre Villas-Boas. "The game against Chelsea has always held the weight and we have to show the best games," Rooney said.

"Obviously the game against Arsenal is also not easy. But, with storm injuries suffered by them when visited Old Trafford, making the United favorites to win the game," he continued.

In this season, Chelsea itself quite active on the transfer market. In addition to bringing back the young striker Daniel Sturridge on loan at Bolton last season, Villas-Boas also managed to hook the stars of Valencia, Juan Mata.

However, Rooney is confident United can pass through obstacles Chelsea. "Chelsea just get some new players. I see Sturridge playing in the game yesterday, and Juan eyes also played brilliantly," said Rooney.

"I believe Chelsea have prepared some new tactics with the presence of new players. But, I am very optimistic that United can overcome it," said the England striker was quoted Goal Sunday (09/18/2011).

Del Piero to Japan

Del Piero

Del Piero

Turin - The earthquake in Japan knocked liver Juventus star Alessandro Del Piero. Do not just empathize, Del Piero has also raised funds with the headline "Ale 10 friends for Japan".

Most of the Japanese funds to support the affected population of the earthquake and Tsunami March 11 and was obtained from the sale of their own designed shirts. Funds collected for 220,250 euros will be submitted to the Japan Red Cross.

"I am very grateful to the players Serie A and Serie B, and the referee is wearing the shirt before the game," said Del Piero, as quoted Goal on Saturday (17/09/2011).

"This confirms that in football, when addressing issues such as helping victims of natural disasters, there is no rivalry and friction, but togetherness. This is beautiful, and I am very proud, "he added.

Consulate of Japan Shigemi Jomori thanked for the efforts of the captain of Juventus and former Italian national team player. "It's very meaningful to Japanese people."

Heart Del Piero is pretty close to Sakura's. It started to knit when Juventus won the Toyota Intercontinental Cup in 1996. It was Del Piero's 22-year-old received the MVP award.

Hattrick Messi, Barca Destroy Osasuna

Messi
Messi
BARCELONA - Barcelona as the opponent is not balanced for Osasuna. Evidently, Lionel Messi et al succeeded in destroying the visitors with the score 8-0.

With this victory, Pep Guardiola's squad is ranked second with a score of seven points from three matches. However, that position could change if Real Madrid to beat Levante, later evening hrs.

In a match that took place at Camp Nou on Sunday (9/18/2011) early morning local time, Pep Guardiola's decision to play Cesc Fabregas is arguably appropriate. Section, which replaces the role Fabregas Andres Iniesta, appear quite bright.

Barca's defense against attacks had experienced problems Osasuna in the first minute. Eric Abidal failed to block the ball from Damia. Luckily, the chances of Martinez is still far from the target goalkeeper Victor Valdes.

Since then, Barca by aggressively pressing defense Osasuna. Messi is the first goalscorer home team. Utilizing feedback Dani Alves, with Argentine striker calmly goalkeeper Fernandez. Barca winning 1-0.

Goals that further adds to the spirit of home team players. Evidently, in the 13th minute, Fabregas's turn to contribute to the goal for Barca. Fabregas volley is dammed by Fernandez. Score changed to 2-0.

The match lasted just 34 minutes, but such resistance was over Osasuna. Because the attacker turns the thrilling Villa goalkeeper David Fernandez. Villa continued feedback Abidal. Score 3-0 to Barca.

The goal was not to make Barca satisfied. The result, La Liga champions scored the fourth goal in this match. Horizontal kick on Villa defender Ossasuna Roversio, which was turned into the goalkeeper Fernandez. Barca lead 4-0.

Messi was the star in this game. At minute 41, the tiny star scored the second goal against Ossasuna. Receive feed cooked Fabregas, Messi calmly tore goalkeeper Fernandez. The first round score to 5-0.

Winning 5-0 from the first round, making Guardiola Carles Puyol to rest for the next game. Barca captain position was replaced by a Brazilian player Maxwell at minute 55.

The dominance of the home team more visible in the second half. Messi scored the third goal in this match. This time, Xavi Hernandez contributed a goal after Messi mature use of bait. Score changed to 6-0.

Actually, Osasuna had to miss out through substitute Ibrahima. Unfortunately, Ibrahima goal disallowed on 67 minutes the referee, who thought he had been in an offside position. Finally, Villa and Messi Barca ensure a 8-0 victory.

Teams
Barcelona: Valdes, Mascherano, Puyol (Maxwell 55), Abidal (Adriano 45), Alves, Busquets, Fabregas, Thiago, Xavi (Affelay 62), Villa, Messi.

Osasuna: Fernandez, Gonzalez, Roversio, Raitala (Alvaro 45), Bertran, Garcia (Ibrahima 62), Puñal (Copovi 77), Lolo, Lamah, Damia, Martinez.

Real Madrid Squad CR7 Go Again

Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo
MADRID - Jose Mourinho could reduce full power when visited the headquarters of Levante in La Liga on Monday (9/19/2011).

Cristiano Ronaldo ensured name entered in the 20 players who are sent to the Ciutat de Valencia, as quoted Goal Sunday (18 / 9). Previously, the presence of CR7 is doubtful because it had passed the practice session last Friday.

Portugal international winger had an ankle injury when Los Blancos arrested Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League group stage matches last midweek.

In addition to CR7, The Special One also gets Kaka back in training, after being sidelined with injuries against Zagreb because muscle.

Madrid is currently at number four the standings, three points of Valencia in the top position.

Madrid squad
Goalkeepers: Casillas, Adan, Mejias
Rear: Arbeloa, Carvalho, Pepe, Ramos, Marcelo, Coentrao, Varane
Middle: Alonso, Diarra, Ozil, Kaka, Di Maria, Khedira, Callejon
Forwards: Ronaldo, Benzema, Higuain

Villas-Boas United Behind Attack

Andre Villas-Boas
Andre Villas-Boas
LONDON - Architect André Vilas-Boas hit back at Manchester United who claimed Chelsea squad too old to win the Premier League title this season.

Duel ruler Premier League standings between the United counter the Blues held at Old Trafford tonight. High blood pressure has been felt when the staff of United's coach, Rene Maulensteen, quipped the Blues camp.

"Squad they are too old and do not have a high tempo to win the Premier League title. Chelsea also just bring a big player Juan Mata, "said Meulensteen.

Hearing these comments, Villas-Boas did not remain silent. He hit back at Red Devils and assume they are not much different from its current squad.

"It's weird, he says like this when everyone saw important players like Ryan Giggs, Edwin van der Sar and Paul Scholes at United," said the Portuguese coach.

"This week Giggs scored in the Champions League and everyone applauded. So, what's the difference with the players we have? "Says Villas-Boas, quoted in The Sun, Sunday (18/09/2011).

The average age of United's players are down as a starter tonight is 25 years 141 days, while the average age of Chelsea's reach 27 years old retainer of 320 days. Two West London club's veteran players, Frank Lampard and John Terry, ready to perform after in absent against Bayer Leverkusen last midweek.

"We're probably one of the oldest teams in the league, but see the trophy which they have earned. They have a lot of things and you just need to find a balance between young and experienced players, "Villas-Boas finish.

Milan face, Sanchez Absent

Alexis Sanchez
Alexis Sanchez
BARCELONA - Barcelona must accept the reality could not play whingeing, Alexis Sanchez in the Champions League clash against AC Milan on Tuesday (13/09/2011) or Wednesday pm local time.

Players from Chile was injured when the Blaugrana held 2-2 by Real Sociedad in La Liga match up before dawn Sunday. Sanchez even had to stretchered off the field after just 32 minutes.

As reported by the Italian Football, Sunday (11/09/2011), after diagnosis, 22-year-old player had torn muscles in the back of his right foot. He is expected to sidelined for six to eight weeks.

This is a heavy blow to Barcelona's throw away a 2-0 lead in San Sebastian and they will be without Sanchez when facing severe action against the Rossoneri in the Champions League opener.

Blaugrana coach Josep Guardiola is taking a risk by not playing Lionel Messi, David Villa, Carles Puyol, Andres Iniesta, Eric Abidal and Javier Mascherano as deliberately rested for the Champions League.

Sanchez himself underwent a fairly bright start to the season with the team this Catalan origin. He several times won praise from teammates for his ability to adapt quickly in Barcelona.

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