Le gasp!
France’s L’Equipe is reporting that representatives of the New York Red Bulls have made a secret trip across the pond to inquire about acquiring the services of one Nicolas Anelka.
Initially, the news is pretty shocking. But once you let it set in a bit, things start to make sense. New York needs to replace the goal-scoring presence formerly filled by Juan Pablo Angel, and with Fernando Torres’ arrival at Chelsea, Anelka has certainly been knocked down a peg.
It would be a pricey deal, but the thought of France’s former frontline — Henry/Anelka — being reunited in the MLS is mouth-watering.
This is far from being real news, but these are tasty rumors.
Oh, how the mighty have fallen!
The lovable and ever-honest Andy Gray of Sky Sports has just been fired for a string of incidents of sexism. The broadcaster was given a slap on the wrist earlier this week, after a recording arose of him and fellow announcer Richard Keys making sexist wisecracks about Sian Massey, a female referee in Liverpool’s match away to Wolverhampton.
Dear Zlatan,
Nobody likes you. Not only have you bounced from team to team over the past few years, but now… now, you’ve gone and done the unthinkable. You’ve pissed off the one and only Gooch! I mean, he may look beastly, but he’s totally one of those “big teddy bear” types. I wonder how many of your teammates tried to stop Gooch from beating yo a$$… one? none? No one likes you. You’re clearly your #1 fan. We’re still searching for #2. You suck. Behave yourself in next week’s practices… otherwise you might get GOOCHED!
Love,
The World
Background:
AC Milan’s vice-president, Adriano Galliani, has dismissed [last week's] fight (between Oguchi Onyewu and Zlatan Ibrahimovic) as a minor matter.
“It was a fairly lively fight, it happens when there is a rough challenge,” he told Sky Sport 24.
“The players have been talked to. The incident is now over.”
Source: Goal.com
First of all, Joe Cole’s little family is about as cute as they come. Here’s a recent photo of Carly and Ruby in England’s HELLO! magazine.
Second of all, had you heard that Carly got carjacked a few months ago??? What sort of vile creature would want to scare the bejeezus out of this dear, sweet woman?
The answer: 8 assholes on motorcycles. Not just 1 rogue thief… EIGHT masked thugs! This is some crazy Russian mafia ish!!!
Along with taking a precious photo, the Liverpool footballer’s wife opened up for the first time about the incident to HELLO! this week:
It’s a prime example of the old adage, “A picture is worth a thousand words,” is it not?
So, have you seen the goal that everyone is talking about from the weekend??? If not, here’s your chance.
The setting: It’s the 84th minute, and Manchester United are up 1-0 over Tottenham Hotspur. This clip begins with Nani’s run into the box.
Is it a penalty? Is it a hand-ball? Is it a free kick?
What a controversy!!!
Here’s how the play was called in multiple languages:
Pour one out for your homeboy, Paul the Psychic Octopus.
Though he survived multiple death threats, the oracle could not outrun the pursuit of the aging process and passed away at the ripe old age of 2.
Sad day.
The 411, from ITN News:
Filed under: 6) Rumor & Scandal, 7) Sackings & Signings, Manchester United
After days of turmoil and an ever-growing saga, Wayne Rooney has decided to end the drama. Sick of the management at Manchester United and possibly in the doghouse with fiery manager Sir Alex Ferguson, the star striker has decided to cut his ties with the team. He walked out today. Done. Finished. Finito! Wayne Rooney will never set foot in Old Trafford ever again!
Wait.
I’m sorry… what was that?
A 5-year contract?
ROONEY?!?
WHA????????????????????????????
This just in, Wayne Rooney has just penned a new 5-year deal with Manchester United.
“I am signing a new deal in the absolute belief that the management, coaching staff, board and owners are totally committed to making sure United maintains its proud winning history – which is the reason I joined the club in the first place.
“I am sure the fans over the last week have felt let down by what they have read and seen.
“But my position was from concern over the future.
“The fans have been brilliant with me since I arrived, and it’s up to me through my performances to win them over again.”
Wow. Wow. Wow.
This is nothing short of shocking. After the jump, breaking news from Sky Sports… and video of Wayne Rooney speaking about the deal.
“I’ve got big problems with the people who are running football,” blasted Ian Holloway, Black pool’s manager.
Furious over how the Wayne Rooney saga at Manchester United is playing out, Holloway ripped into the EPL and some of its policies — and sympathized with Sir Alex Ferguson and the Red Devils.
He’s particularly upset with something called “the Bosman ruling,” which allows players over the age of 24 to move for free at the end of their contracts.
In line with his reputation for being a bit of a loud-mouth and a character, the Blackpool boss nearly shouted his seering judgments to the press today.
Over the past 10 days, the world of soccer has been obsessed with the speculation that Wayne Rooney wants out at Manchester United. Will he? Won’t he? Could he? The queries have been endless.
Today, Sir Alex Ferguson put all of the rumors to bed.
During a press conference ahead of tomorrow’s Champions League match against Bursaspor, the Manchester United manager — in a rare moment of candor — detailed the facts of the Rooney saga, filling in the gaps left by the rumor-mill.
Detail number uno: Wayne’s agent has intimated that the striker won’t be signing a new contract… and wants away.
Get the 411 from SAF, himself:
In a surprising turn of events, Liverpool are back in High Court today after owners Tom Hicks and George Gillett played the trick up their sleeves. The Americans proved that they’re far from pushovers by taking their ownership dispute to court in Texas, after they lost in England’s High Court yesterday.
After yesterday’s jubilation, Liverpool’s board and supporters are shocked… and PISSED!!!
Though, experts believe that this move is merely delaying the inevitable sale, there’s no arguing that such a delay brings back into worry the prospect of the Royal Bank of Scotland placing the club in administration.
Hicks and Gillett continue to drag this dispute out because they feel the club is being undersold. In fact (and hilariously), the duo have called the potential sale to New England Sports Ventures an “epic swindle.” EPIC!!!
Along with their petition to the Texas court, they have also set out a claim for $1 billion in damages. EPIC!!!
Needless to say, this is an EPIC mess that will be spewing about for days. Check back soon for the latest in the saga.
