Kyran Bracken has paid tribute to the professionalism and longevity of fellow World Cup winner Mike Tindall after he announced his retirement on Tuesday.
Wednesday, 16 July 2014
Serie A: Antonio Conte leaves Juventus by mutual consent
Juventus coach Antonio Conte has had his contract terminated by mutual consent.
Transfer news: West Ham sign Enner Valencia from Pachuca
West Ham have signed Ecuador striker Enner Valencia from Mexican club Pachuca for a fee in the region of £15million, according to Sky sources.
Transfer News: Queens Park Rangers hope to sign Rio Ferdinand and Steven Caulker
Harry Redknapp is planning to hold more talks with Steven Caulker later this week and is hoping a deal for Rio Ferdinand will persuade the Cardiff City defender to join Queens Park Rangers.
World Cup: Champions Germany welcomed home in Berlin
Thousands of fans greeted the Germany players in Berlin after their World Cup-winning exploits in Brazil.
Champions League: Celtic defeat KR Reykjavik thanks to late Callum McGregor goal
Celtic took a step closer to the UEFA Champions League group stages as they claimed a late 1-0 victory over KR Reykjavik in the first leg of their second qualifying round clash in Iceland.
Louis van Gaal begins work as new manager of Manchester United
Louis van Gaal will start his reign as the new manager of Manchester United today.
The Dutchman begins his club career in England after steering the Netherlands to the semi-finals of the World Cup and will arrive at Carrington to oversee pre-season preparations.
He has already spoken about building a strong bond within the squad, with reports suggesting the players will be told to eat together every day after training.
United fans will be hoping for improvement after last season's disappointing Premier League finish and lack of major silverware, but Rene Meulensteen, a former Old Trafford coach, insists van Gaal will relish this challenge.
"I don't think it will faze Louis van Gaal at all in that respect, there are no worries there," he told Sky Sports News. "He will only thrive on it to some extent.
"But you really notice it when you're really getting into the routine, especially when you're going into pre-season and you see the massive popularity of the club and brand, that's what it is.
"To maintain that they have to get back up very, very quickly."
Van Gaal has acquired a fiery reputation during his hugely successful managerial career and Meulensteen believes the players must accept it or face a swift exit from the club.
"He's got his own management style, which has thrown up a few difficulties along the way wherever he's been, Barcelona or Bayern Munich because of the way that he is, the way he puts himself in front of players," he said.
"Players accept it or players sometimes don't. If they don't accept it, then yeah you probably have a problem."
A seventh-place finish in the top tier underlined how far the club have slipped behind their main rivals and there is only a month before the opening home fixture against Swansea.
Meulensteen, who worked alongside Sir Alex Ferguson, admits van Gaal will need time to build the club back into one of the major forces in English football.
"They've had Sir Alex Ferguson and they've had a disastrous season with David Moyes, now another one comes in, so that will take time," he said.
"United at this moment in time, (will be) seen by the opposition still a team that can be beaten unless proven otherwise."
Wednesday, 9 July 2014
NFF throw out ABS, Baton FC from Federation Cup
The country's football governing body has thrown out both clubs from the oldest club competition for flouting competition rules
Van Persie: Holland over mental block
The Manchester United man is confident the squad can surpass the achievements of their predecessors and win the World Cup
It's the worst day of my life - Scolari
The 65-year-old took responsibility for his side's shock semi-final collapse at the hands of Germany, which he described as a defeat of "catastrophic proportions"
Best World Cup performance ever? Brazil humiliated themselves, not Germany
COMMENT: Germany are receiving all the plaudits after their 7-1 thumping of hosts Brazil in Belo Horizonte. But the truth is that Brazil inflicted this humiliation on themselves
David Luiz: I am so sorry – I only wanted to make Brazilians happy
The hosts were humiliated as they slumped to a shocking 7-1 defeat to Germany in the World Cup semi-final in Belo Horizonte on Tuesday
Tuesday, 8 July 2014
FIFA Clear Eagles Of Doping
FIFA says all samples taken from all the Super Eagles players and other national teams before and during the on-going world cup in Brazil have tested clean in its World Cup anti-doping program, though no unannounced controls have been made in Brazil.
Echiejile Undergoes Cold Therapy At Monaco
Fit again Nigeria defender Elderson Echiejile underwent a mandatory cryotherapy session with his club teammates in Austria much to the amusement of his teammates in Austria.
Keshi Confirms South Africa Interest
Names have started going round amid reports that Super Eagles Coach Stephen Keshi has made up his mind to resign from his position as Nigeria’s national team manager despite minister of Sports Dr. Tammy Danagogo having waded into the crisis between him and the embattled Nigeria Football Federation.
Millwall Boss: Shittu Has Future Here
Millwall manager Ian Holloway has maintained former Super Eagles defender Danny Shittu remains part of his plan despite overlooking him and three other experienced campaigners on a training tour of Portugal.
Boro’s Omeruo hopes may be dashed by Hull
English Championship side Middlesbrough’s hope of having 20 year old Super Eagles central defender, Kenneth Omeruo on loan for next season is being threatened by Europa League side Hull City who have shortlisted the resourceful centre back for a possible bid this summer, according to a sl10.ng report.
Onazi: I Will Be Back In 12 Days
Injured Nigeria midfielder Ogenyi Onazi has told AfricanFootball.com he hopes to be back in training in 12 days.
Crotone, Lanciano Want Oduamadi On Loan
Serie B sides Crotone and Virtus Lanciano have joined the race to sign Nigerian winger Nnamdi Oduamadi on a season loan deal, Complete Sports has reliably gathered.
Boro Lead Omeruo Race Ahead Of Hull City
Middlesbrough are still the leader in the chase for Chelsea defender Kenneth Omeruo despite reported interest from Premier League side Hull City, the Gazette understands.
SAFA Denies Keshi’s Claims
The South African Football Association (SAFA) has come out in full voice to renounce any reports, speculations and rumours that have suggested that Stephen Keshi has been offered the Bafana Bafana coaching position.
‘Argentina in the final would be Brazil’s worst nightmare’ - Diego Simeone
In 1950 Uruguay beat Brazil to win the World Cup with the famous ‘Maracanazo’ and the images were seen all over the world. If Brazil reach the final this time and have to play Argentina, those memories will come flooding back.
Why Keshi must stay as Nigeria Boss
With the uncertainty hanging over the Super Eagles hotseat, we examine the case for Keshi's continued stay
Nigeria World Cup 2014: Player Ratings
One Goal Nigeria reader gives his thoughts on the Super Eagles' players following their World Cup campaign in Brazil
Fifa won’t sanction Nigeria, says Danagogo
The Nigeria sports minister has suppressed fears that the world football governing body would clamp down on the country following the sack of the NFF board
Mikel don't deserve Nigeria No. 10 Jersey, says Etim Esin
Etim Esin has said the Super Eagles midfielder is not worthy of putting on the country's revered jersey number following his no show at the ongoing 2014 Fifa World Cup
Friday, 4 July 2014
Marouane Fellaini: Manchester United future on hold until after Belgium's World Cup campaign
Marouane Fellaini says his future will be decided after the World Cup amid reports he could leave Manchester United.
World Cup: At least two people killed and 19 injured after overpass collapses in Belo Horizonte
At least two people have been killed and 19 injured after an overpass collapsed in the World Cup host city of Belo Horizonte.
Germany boss Joachim Low says England struggle due to foreigners in Premier League
Germany boss Joachim Low believes the number of foreigners in the Premier League is holding back England at international level.
'Balotelli has cost me €35m!' - Berlusconi angry over collapse of Premier League move
The AC Milan president claims that the Italy striker was set for a big-money move to the Premier League but a poor World Cup has ended any chance of the transfer going through
Tour de France 2014 preview
Comprehensive guide to the biggest race of the year
The Tour de France is always the cycling season's marquee race, but for the British fan, the 101st edition is set to be doubly special.
Transfer news: Liverpool's Luis Suarez set to complete Barcelona move
Luis Suarez's move from Liverpool to Barcelona could be completed before the end of the weekend, Sky sources understand.
Balotelli will marry girlfriend after Brazil proposal
The Italy striker announced on Instagram that he is now engaged to his Belgian model partner just days ahead of the Azzurri's World Cup opener against England
Essien urges Ghana to 'tell truth'
The midfielder will not engage in a public war of words and has asked those carrying out an investigation into his alleged misconduct to reveal the true answers behind the episode
France - Germany Preview: European rivals battle for semi-final spot
A European team is guaranteed to make the last four of the World Cup as Les Bleus take on Joachim Low's men at the Maracana on Friday
Brazil – Colombia Preview: Red hot Neymar and James go head-to-head
The hosts take on their in-form South American rivals in the World Cup quarter-final in Fortaleza on Friday
Court sacks Maigari and NFF Congress
The Aminu Maigari led Nigeria Football Federation board has been shown the exit door by a Plateau state high court on Thursday
Neymar: Brazil's showdown against Colombia is not about me and James
The 22-year-old insists that his team-mates need to be wary of the whole Cafeteros side on Friday and described the pressure on the Selecao as "inhuman"
Why do Colombia fans wear sombreros and yellow wigs?
With the FIFA 2014 World Cup™ in full swing, Goal takes a look at the fan culture of the competing countries. Here we explore Colombia
Rafiu Ladipo condemns Super Eagles
The Nigeria Football Supporters Club boss has slammed the Stephen Keshi’s men for losing their World Cup round of 16 match to France
Thursday, 3 July 2014
Transfer news: Liverpool and Barcelona make progress in Luis Suarez talks
Liverpool and Barcelona have held "productive talks" over the potential transfer of Luis Suarez, according to Sky sources.
Wimbledon 2014: Andy Murray regrets poor start after quarter-final exit to Grigor Dimitro
Andy Murray was left to lament a slovenly start after his Wimbledon title defence came to a crashing halt at the hands of Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov.
Questions for the 2014 British Grand Prix
Will Mercedes share all, can the Hulk force through his case to join the elite, will anyone talk about the Pirellis this year, and...
Quaresma: Pressure on Ronaldo prompted Portugal's World Cup failure
The Porto winger believes too much was expected of the Real Madrid star in Brazil and claims his Seleccao team-mates did not do enough in the group stage
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