AC Milan beat Liverpool FC to win this season's European Champions League. AC Milan did just enough to win by 2:1 against a very good Liverpool side who played well on the night. It was revenge time for Milan who threw away a three goal lead in 2005 to lose to Liverpool on penalties.
In the end Milan are worthy champions based on the way they have played throughout the competition.
Friday, May 25, 2007
Sunday, July 09, 2006
Italy Win World Cup 2006
Italy have beaten France on penalties to win this years World Cup. I am impressed with Italy because they managed to win the World Cup despite the allegations of match fixing facing four top teams in their domestic league.
I however feel sorry for Zidane because of the way his World Cup ended.
I however feel sorry for Zidane because of the way his World Cup ended.
Thursday, July 06, 2006
Zidane is Incredible
Zidane should be named this World Cup's best player. Zidane's France had a difficult time getting to the knockout stages of the World Cup but have since been sensational.
Zinedine Zidane dazzled Spain in the Second Round and mesmerized Brazil in the Quater Final. Watch the clip above.
Football fans will miss him when he retires. There is only one Zizou.
Presenting him with the Adidas Golden Ball Award will be a good send off for him.
Zinedine Zidane dazzled Spain in the Second Round and mesmerized Brazil in the Quater Final. Watch the clip above.
Football fans will miss him when he retires. There is only one Zizou.
Presenting him with the Adidas Golden Ball Award will be a good send off for him.
Friday, June 30, 2006
Great World Cup But
There is no doubt in my mind that this World Cup has been exciting and absorbing. I had a hard time waiting for the Quater Finals to start simply because I have become addicted to the game. My only complain is with the level of officiating.
I feel the referees have taken too much of a role in this World Cup and have unduly influnced games with their decisions.
For example, four red cards and sixteen yellow cards were shown by the referee in the second round tie between Holland and Portugal.
I understand the determination of FIFA to root out rough play and I support them. But the game is about players not referees and fifa should not forget that.
I feel the referees have taken too much of a role in this World Cup and have unduly influnced games with their decisions.
For example, four red cards and sixteen yellow cards were shown by the referee in the second round tie between Holland and Portugal.
I understand the determination of FIFA to root out rough play and I support them. But the game is about players not referees and fifa should not forget that.
Tuesday, June 20, 2006
World Cup Heats Up
Ghana made Africa proud with their 2 nil victory over Czech Republic.
Spain and Argentina are looking very strong and will be hard to be beat.
But what is happening to France? Their play has been very disappointing.
Moving on, I think Germany and England will be in the quater final.
Spain and Argentina are looking very strong and will be hard to be beat.
But what is happening to France? Their play has been very disappointing.
Moving on, I think Germany and England will be in the quater final.
Sunday, June 11, 2006
World Cup Excitement
The opening matches of the World Cup have been very exciting. I have been particularly impressed with the long range shooting of Germany.
Argentina have also impressed me with their clinical finishing. Arjen Robben has played phenomenally for Holland.
Trinidad and Tobago have pleasantly surprised me with their discipline which helped them to avoid defeat in their match with Sweden.
I hope it continues to be as exciting as it has been.
Argentina have also impressed me with their clinical finishing. Arjen Robben has played phenomenally for Holland.
Trinidad and Tobago have pleasantly surprised me with their discipline which helped them to avoid defeat in their match with Sweden.
I hope it continues to be as exciting as it has been.
Saturday, June 03, 2006
World Cup First Round
There are some teams that will not make it to the second round of the World Cup. These teams include Trinidad and Tobago, and Angola.
There are some teams that will make it to the second round. These teams are Brazil, Germany, England and Portugal.
With all the other teams, anything can happen. There are a lot of strong teams that may not qualify to the second round due to the toughness of their groups.
Let's keep our fingers crossed.
There are some teams that will make it to the second round. These teams are Brazil, Germany, England and Portugal.
With all the other teams, anything can happen. There are a lot of strong teams that may not qualify to the second round due to the toughness of their groups.
Let's keep our fingers crossed.
Wednesday, May 24, 2006
How to Beat Brazil
Another World Cup is approaching and Brazil is once again the team to beat. The truth is they can defeat any team in the world.
But certainly there are teams featuring in this World Cup capable of beating Brazil. But they are likely to lose to Brazil because of fear. Fear of almighty Brazil.
I believe that any team that hopes to beat Brazil and win the tournament should play without fear. Brazil is a team to be respected but so is every team in this tourmament.
The key to beating Brazil is to play without fear. When fear is out of the window, anything can happen in football and indeed in life.
But certainly there are teams featuring in this World Cup capable of beating Brazil. But they are likely to lose to Brazil because of fear. Fear of almighty Brazil.
I believe that any team that hopes to beat Brazil and win the tournament should play without fear. Brazil is a team to be respected but so is every team in this tourmament.
The key to beating Brazil is to play without fear. When fear is out of the window, anything can happen in football and indeed in life.
Wednesday, May 17, 2006
Barcelona Are European Kings
Barcelona scored two late second half goals to beat Arsenal 2:1 in the European Champions League final in Paris.
Sol Campbell had given Arsenal the lead in the first half.
Arsenal played 72 minutes of the game with only 10 men after their goalkeeper Jens Lehmann was sent off for bringing down Samuel Eto'o at the edge of the penalty area.
Samuel Eto'o and Juliano Belletti were the scorers for Barcelona.
Sol Campbell had given Arsenal the lead in the first half.
Arsenal played 72 minutes of the game with only 10 men after their goalkeeper Jens Lehmann was sent off for bringing down Samuel Eto'o at the edge of the penalty area.
Samuel Eto'o and Juliano Belletti were the scorers for Barcelona.
Sunday, May 14, 2006
Juventus Retain Serie A Title
David Trezeguet and Alessandro Del Piero both scored in Juventus' 2:0 win over Reggina.
This was the final match of the season for Juventus and the win guaranteed them the Serie A title.
This was the final match of the season for Juventus and the win guaranteed them the Serie A title.
Liverpool Win The English FA Cup In Dramatic Fashion
Steven Gerrard inspired Liverpool once again to win the English FA Cup by beating West Ham United on penalties.
The game itself ended 3:3 after Gerrard scored a stunning late equaliser for Liverpool. It was his second goal of the match.
Liverpool's Claudio Reina was the hero of the penalty shootouts. He saved three spot kicks to give Liverpool a hard fought victory.
The game itself ended 3:3 after Gerrard scored a stunning late equaliser for Liverpool. It was his second goal of the match.
Liverpool's Claudio Reina was the hero of the penalty shootouts. He saved three spot kicks to give Liverpool a hard fought victory.
Friday, May 12, 2006
Players to Watch in World Cup 2006
Now that the World Cup bound teams have announced their squads, it is time to check out some of the players.
One player that comes readily to mind is Ronaldinho who is set to dominate the tournament. He will be difficult to stop especially with Kaka, Robinho, Adriano and Ronaldo playing alongside him for Brazil.
Argentina have Riquelme who will be a handful to any defence. His team mate, Messi should not be overlooked.
It will be a delight to watch Henry and Zidane play for France.
Michael Ballack will have to carry the German team on his shoulders. How will he cope?
Michael Essien and Didier Drogba are the two African players to watch. Michael Essien was sorely missed in Ghana's Africa Nations Cup campaign and will be determined to help restore Ghana's pride. Drogba is in great form and will be looking sharp in the tournament for Cote D'ivoire.
One player that comes readily to mind is Ronaldinho who is set to dominate the tournament. He will be difficult to stop especially with Kaka, Robinho, Adriano and Ronaldo playing alongside him for Brazil.
Argentina have Riquelme who will be a handful to any defence. His team mate, Messi should not be overlooked.
It will be a delight to watch Henry and Zidane play for France.
Michael Ballack will have to carry the German team on his shoulders. How will he cope?
Michael Essien and Didier Drogba are the two African players to watch. Michael Essien was sorely missed in Ghana's Africa Nations Cup campaign and will be determined to help restore Ghana's pride. Drogba is in great form and will be looking sharp in the tournament for Cote D'ivoire.
Wednesday, May 10, 2006
Sevilla Whip Middlesbrough to Win U.E.F.A. Cup
Sevilla comprehensively beat Middlesbrough 4 :0 to lift the U.E.F.A Cup trophy for the first time in their history.
Middlesbrough's manager is Steve McClaren who will succeed Sven Eriksson as England coach after this year's World Cup.
Middlesbrough's manager is Steve McClaren who will succeed Sven Eriksson as England coach after this year's World Cup.
Sunday, May 07, 2006
Teams to Watch in World Cup 2006
This year's World Cup in Germany promises to be an exciting one with great teams and players set to grace the tournament.
I will be looking out for Brazil who look most likely to lift the trophy.
Argentina also have a good team and can go all the way.
Among the European teams, France with Zidane and Henry are capable of great results.
Germany can also use their home advantage to progress.
Ghana and La Cote D'ivoire are the African teams that can cause major upsets.
U.S.A and Australia should also be watched closely.
I will be looking out for Brazil who look most likely to lift the trophy.
Argentina also have a good team and can go all the way.
Among the European teams, France with Zidane and Henry are capable of great results.
Germany can also use their home advantage to progress.
Ghana and La Cote D'ivoire are the African teams that can cause major upsets.
U.S.A and Australia should also be watched closely.
Sunday, April 30, 2006
My Favourite Footballers of all Time
I have always admired skillful players. Diego Maradona always excites me whenever I watch his game even though he has been retired for almost a decade. His footwork is pure magic and his passion for the game especially the World Cup is uncomparable.
I believe that Argentina could not have won the 1986 World Cup without Maradona.
Zinedine Zidane affectionately called Zizou is a naturally gifted player with an extraordinary ability to control the ball. He has been a great asset to the French national team and Real Madrid. I will miss him when he retires after the World Cup.
Ronaldinho is unstoppable. One reason I like him so much is that he seems to enjoy his game. It is almost as if he would play football for free. I like his passion for the game. He is the type of player the game needs. He is the major reason Brazil look like they will retain the World Cup trophy in Germany.
I believe that Argentina could not have won the 1986 World Cup without Maradona.
Zinedine Zidane affectionately called Zizou is a naturally gifted player with an extraordinary ability to control the ball. He has been a great asset to the French national team and Real Madrid. I will miss him when he retires after the World Cup.
Ronaldinho is unstoppable. One reason I like him so much is that he seems to enjoy his game. It is almost as if he would play football for free. I like his passion for the game. He is the type of player the game needs. He is the major reason Brazil look like they will retain the World Cup trophy in Germany.
Tuesday, April 25, 2006
Arsenal Sail Through to Champions League Final
Arsenal resiliently defended their one goal advantage from last week's first leg Champions League semi-final against Villareal to qualify for the final in Paris.
Villareal pressured Arsenal most of the time and were awarded a penalty just two minutes to the end.
The penalty by Riquelme was however saved by Jens Lehmann.
The match ended goaless and 0:1 aggregate in Arsenal's favour.
Arsenal thus become the first London club to for the UEFA Champions League Final ever.
They will play Barcelona in Paris on May 17th.
Barcelona impressively knocked out AC Milan 1:0 on aggregate after playing a goaless game in Nou Camp (Barcelona).
Villareal pressured Arsenal most of the time and were awarded a penalty just two minutes to the end.
The penalty by Riquelme was however saved by Jens Lehmann.
The match ended goaless and 0:1 aggregate in Arsenal's favour.
Arsenal thus become the first London club to for the UEFA Champions League Final ever.
They will play Barcelona in Paris on May 17th.
Barcelona impressively knocked out AC Milan 1:0 on aggregate after playing a goaless game in Nou Camp (Barcelona).
Saturday, April 15, 2006
The Significance of Easter Has Been Lost
It is common these days to associate Easter with a long weekend of eating, drinking and having fun.
Here in Britain and across much of Europe, pubs and clubs are expected to be filled to capacity even on Good Friday, the day of Christ's crucifixtion.
In my view, there is nothing wrong with having a good time during Easter but the lesson of Jesus Christ's extraordinary sacrifice should never be forgotten.
So whilst we have fun, we should not forget that Christ sacrificed his life to save us.
Here in Britain and across much of Europe, pubs and clubs are expected to be filled to capacity even on Good Friday, the day of Christ's crucifixtion.
In my view, there is nothing wrong with having a good time during Easter but the lesson of Jesus Christ's extraordinary sacrifice should never be forgotten.
So whilst we have fun, we should not forget that Christ sacrificed his life to save us.
Monday, April 10, 2006
Appearances are Deceptive
There is an old African legend about King Sumanguru Kante who executed his brother who was also a king. He went on to execute eleven of his brother's twelve sons.
Sumanguru spared the twelfth son, Sundiata Keita, either because he took pity on the boy or thought it likely he would die anyway.
Sundiata had ailments that crippled him and he was almost always sick when he was young.
Sundiata, however, eventually overcame his physical obstacles and grew into a strong young man.
He then led a revolt against his uncle and his forces routed Sumanguru.
He also went on to rule over a vast empire and became the most feared and respected king of his generation.
Sumanguru spared the twelfth son, Sundiata Keita, either because he took pity on the boy or thought it likely he would die anyway.
Sundiata had ailments that crippled him and he was almost always sick when he was young.
Sundiata, however, eventually overcame his physical obstacles and grew into a strong young man.
He then led a revolt against his uncle and his forces routed Sumanguru.
He also went on to rule over a vast empire and became the most feared and respected king of his generation.
Monday, April 03, 2006
How to Access and Share Files by Using the Internet
The power of the internet is astonishing. It is possible to access files from and share files with other internet users.
Text documents, programs and media files can be accessed from and shared with other internet users.
One of the best peer to peer (p2p) file sharing programs is http://aresgalaxy.sourceforge.net
which is advert free and secure.
Ares is also fast and full length movies can be downloaded in good time depending on your internet connection speed.
To start acessing and sharing files, all you need to do is to go to the above named website and download the Ares program which is free and you are ready to go.
Text documents, programs and media files can be accessed from and shared with other internet users.
One of the best peer to peer (p2p) file sharing programs is http://aresgalaxy.sourceforge.net
which is advert free and secure.
Ares is also fast and full length movies can be downloaded in good time depending on your internet connection speed.
To start acessing and sharing files, all you need to do is to go to the above named website and download the Ares program which is free and you are ready to go.
Thursday, March 30, 2006
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