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FIFA: 2022 World Cup to be played in November and December

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Feb 24 2015

A FIFA task force has recommended that the 2022 World Cup be changed from its traditional June/July date to be staged in November and December to fight the blistering summer…

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“No way out” – Why Manchester United must not sign €80m midfielder

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Feb 24 2015

One thing we have learnt in the past few years that footballers who suffer from anterior cruciate ligament injury hardly return as the same player. That’s the consequence one has…

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Another Injury! Manchester United striker suffers dead leg

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Feb 24 2015

Manchester United squad have been badly affected by injuries this season. Louis van Gaal has missed the services of several key players at various point of time this season which has…

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Nigeria out to persuade Liverpool star to ditch England

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Feb 24 2015

Nigeria football federation will try their best to convince Liverpool starlet Jordon Ibe to turn his back on England.  The 19-year-old, who was plying his trade on loan at Derby…

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No place at Arsenal for Beckham junior

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Feb 24 2015

Heart break for David Beckham’s son Brooklyn Beckham. The 15-year-old who is a reported Arsenal fan, will not be continuing with his dream club from next season.  The youngster is…

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€40m Manchester United target claims summer transfer a ‘possibility’

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Feb 24 2015

Zenit Saint Petersburg midfielder Axel Witsel has hinted on a summer transfer away from the Russian club. The Belgian who has been linked with Manchester United has been quoted by…

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Nemanja Matic certain to miss Capital One Cup Final

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Feb 24 2015

According to reports in the Guardian, Chelsea’s Nemanja Matic is set to miss the Capital One Cup final against Tottenham despite the Blues’ decision to lodge an appeal to the…

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Juventus v Borussia Dortmund Champions League preview

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Feb 23 2015

Juventus v Borussia Dortmund Champions League round of 16 Juventus Stadium, Turin 24th February 2015 19:45 GMT In a repeat of the 1997 UEFA Champion’s League final, Borussia Dortmund travel…

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Is Liverpool’s Simon Mignolet the Premier League’s best Goalkeeper?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Feb 23 2015

Liverpool’s Simon Mignolet has now racked up 9 clean sheets in the Premier League, yet it is two other goalkeepers that have received the plaudits this season. The Liverpool keeper’s…

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DONE DEAL: Chelsea midfielder leaves for Germany

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Feb 23 2015

Chelsea have confirmed on their official website that Thorgan Hazard has signed for Borussia Monchengladbach on a permanent deal today. The Belgian signs a five-year deal with the German club…

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Van Gaal “Crazy” about Dortmund star…will he sign him in the summer?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Feb 23 2015

Dutch legend Ruud Gullit says he is surprised to see Manchester United didn’t sign a quality centre-back last summer.  The former Holland striker has also revealed that Louis van Gaal is…

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Manchester United may seal transfer with Juventus, midfielder rejects contract extension

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Feb 23 2015

In the last few transfer windows, if the reports are to be believed, Manchester United have had several chances to conclude a business with Juventus. United were/are reportedly interested in…

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How long can Manchester United hold on to top four?

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Feb 23 2015

Louis van Gaal rightly says when you’re at a big club like Manchester United you have to deal with pressure, and deliver at the same time. United managed to hold…

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Manchester United in advanced negotiations to seal first summer signing

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Feb 23 2015

According to reports in Italian Media outlet Calciomercato, Manchester United have made contacts with AC Milan midfielder Nigel De Jong for a summer transfer. The Dutchman’s contract with the Italian…

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Good News: Europe’s Golden boy expects to sign new Liverpool deal

Author image Charlie Rhodes  •  Feb 23 2015

Good news for the Liverpool fans. Raheem Sterling has told Liverpool Echo that he is happy at Anfield and expects his new contract will be sorted out soon. The England…

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