Barcelona Escaped from Needle Holes

BARCELONA - Barcelona won an important victory over Real Betis. Donations two goals from Lionel Messi bring Barca won 4-2 and again diluting the distance points with Real Madrid to five digits.
 These results make Barca to 41 points or five points behind Madrid. Interestingly, before they travel to Malaga headquarters on Monday (1/23/2012) pm dawn the next in La Liga, the Blaugrana and Los Blancos would first melakoni El Clasico in the quarterfinals of the Copa del Rey at the Santiago Bernabeu on Thursday (19 / 1 / 2012) pm dawn.
 Lionel Messi for the first time appear in public grace Camp Nou pascamenerima FIFA Ballon d'Or on Monday (09.01.2012) last week. Messi duet with Alexis Sanchez and Isaac Cuenca on the front lines.
 Josep Guardiola, the coach back in 2011 featuring the world's best 3-4-3 formation. Formation which is not foreign to Barca. Yet, surprisingly did not decrease Pep wing back Daniel Alves since the beginning of the game. Together with Gerard Pique, Alves was only kept on the bench.
 Only need 10 minutes for Barcelona to open the scoring. Xavi is that in this fight record 400 appearances in the Primera Division success brings Barca the lead. Rebound Xavi utilize Cesc Fabregas left leg kick that hit the pole successfully break into the Betis goalkeeper.
 Just two minutes later, Messi doubled the advantage Azulgrana. Alexis Sanchez's cross in the left side of defense Betis successfully resolved easily by the world's best players. It was Messi's 19th goal in La Liga.
 After a two-goal lead, Barcelona began to find his rhythm. Before creating the first goal, the Camp Nou public see how their favorite players uncomfortable in the control of the ball due to intense pressure by the Betis players.
 However, it was Betis who are able to steal a goal in the 32nd minute after Ruben Castro breaking goalkeeper Victor Valdes. This is the first goal is lodged against Barcelona at Camp Nou this season.
 Calves can be spectacular second-half equalizer while walking seven minutes through striker on loan from Manchester City, Roque Santa Cruz. Cooperation of both the Castro successfully outwit Barca defense before the goalkeeper Valdes for the second time.
 The Betis players more confident. Defense them more solid and sturdy. However, the incidence in the 70th minute to change everything.
 Violations against Messi makes referee Mario Ignacio Villanueva mercilessly gave a second yellow card to Mario. Betis had to play 10 people during the last 20 minutes.
 Winning one player makes Barcelona could make two additional goals. Alexis Sanchez scored in the 75th minute and Messi penalty on 86 minutes to Barcelona narrow escape.
 The composition of players:
 Barcelona (3-4-3): 1-Valdes; 5-Puyol, 14-Mascherano, 22-Abidal; 6-Xavi, 16-Busquets, 4-Fabregas (11-Thiago 83 '), 8-Iniesta (21 - Adriano 88 '); 9-Sanchez, 10-Messi, 39-Cuenca (2-Alves 46').Reserve players: 13-Pinto, 3-Pique, 28-Jonathan, 30-Roberto
 Betis (4-2-3-1): 13-Casto; 2-Isidoro, 5-Dorado, 3-Mario, 23-Nacho; 18-Irriney (16-Santa Cruz 46 '), 14-Salva (8-Matilla 56 '); 21-Canas, 24-Castro, 20-Montero; 19-Molina (15-Ustaritz 73').Reserve players: 25-Fabricio, 7-Juanma, 39-Rodriguez, 9-Pereira.(

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Swansea Arsenal Forced to his knees

Swansea - The big surprise came at the Liberty Stadium. Swansea successfully beat Arsenal 3-2. Seeing the way Swansea play, the victory was so they deserve.
Swansea goals scored by Scott Sinclair penalty in the 16th minute, Nathan Dyer in the 57th minute, and Danny Graham in the 70th minute. Meanwhile, the Gunners are scorer Robin van Persie in the fifth minute and Theo Walcott in the 69th minute.
Premier League match at Liberty Stadium on Sunday (1/15/2012), looked forward to all the people because he wanted to see if the fairy tale Thierry Henry will continue. However, Arsene Wenger decided to keep Henry on the bench.
Surprisingly, Wenger lowers Benayoun in the first minute instead of Tomas Rosicky. In the post-back wings, Wenger had no choice but to reduce Johan Djourou and Ignasi Miquel in the right wing and left-back. On the front lines, Andrei Arshavin Wenger was chosen to accompany Theo Walcott and Van Persie.
Arshavin is the creator of the first goal for the Gunners. Bait Van Persie completed groundbreaking work at close range with his right foot. That is the goal of the 18th Van Persie in the Premier League this season.
At the time everybody thought the Gunners would win easily, Swansea it slowly began to take over the game. The result, violations of Aaron Ramsey to Nathan Dyer inside the penalty box forbidden fruit. Successful execution Sinclair breaking goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny.
After a score draw, Swansea players even more excited to provide resistance. Statistics from ESPN gamecast showed that children care Brendan Rogers is superior in ball possession in the ratio 61 percent versus 39 percent. It was Arsenal's possession lowest since 2006/2007 season.
Unfortunately, even more dominant, the Swansea players fail near the penalty box for the Gunners. Of the four experimental shots, only two times the right Swansea kick towards goal, including a penalty kick. Consequently, when referee Michael Oliver a long whistle sounded, the score remained 1-1 until halftime.
Swansea finally got what they deserved in the second round. In the 57th minute, Dyer managed to bring the hosts ahead after a hard kick Joe Allen's successful use of bait goalkeeper Szczesny.
Five minutes later, 'The King' Henry came on for Arshavin.
In the 69th minute, Arsenal successfully equalized through Theo Walcott. Bait brilliant breakthrough from Walcott Djourou made without difficulty conquered vorm.
However, spectacular events occurred at the Liberty Stadium when it was not until a minute later, Swansea returned to lead through Danny Graham.
Henry and Van Persie with 20 minutes to equalize, failed to create additional goals. The Gunners also had to come home from Wales with nothing.
These results make Chelsea Arsenal failed to close in fourth. With 36 points, the Gunners stuck in fifth position and left behind four points from the Blues.
Meanwhile, Swansea managed to rise to the rank-10 with 26 points.
The composition of players:
Swansea (4-5-1) :1-vorm; 22-Rangel, 2-Williams, 4-Caulker, 3-Taylor; 12-Dyer (15-Routledge 82 '), 26-Agustien (Sigurdsson 42-46') , 7-Britton, 4-Allen, 11-Sinclair; 10-Graham (18-Lita 93 ').Reserve players: 25-Tremmel, 16-Monk, 15-Routledge, a 42-Sigurdsson, 29-Richards, 19-Moore.
Arsenal (4-3-3): 13-Szczesny; 20-Djourou, 6-Koscielny, 4-Mertesacker (15-Chamberlain 77 '), 49-Miquel; 30-Benayoun (7-Rosicky 63'), 17-Song , 16-Ramsey; 14-Walcott, 10-Van Persie, Arshavin 23-(12-Henry 63 ').Substitute: 1-Almunia, 18-Squillaci, 56-Yennaris, 9-Chu-Young.

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Not Helpless Milan at San Siro

MILAN - AC Milan's Diego Milito made miserable. Goals only child in the 54th minute, ensuring a 1-0 victory in a match Inter Milan derby della Madonnina entitled heat on Monday (1/16/2012) early morning hrs.Proper derby, duel contra Inter Milan this time also directly runs with a high tempo. Both teams are equally apply the game open.New game entered the 4th minute, Inter managed to lead through Thiago Motta goal that welcomes feedback Douglas Maicon with a header. Unfortunately, the referee disallowed the goal of assessing Daniele Orsato Motta had first caught offside.After the incident, Milan began to take over the course of action. In the 11th minute, Alexandre Pato got a chance. Unfortunately, Pato was unable to settle in executing the ball. Kicks from the penalty box bounced.Milan, who received more support from the audience at the San Siro, continue to control the game. In the 21st minute, Kevin Prince Boateng has a great opportunity to open keungulan Milan. Utilizing feedback horizontal Emanuelson corner, Boateng fired a shot that is not guarded, but unfortunately the ball was still flying over the bar Julio Cesar.Ibra also have a chance in the 31st minute. Unfortunately kick akrobatiknya welcomes cross Boateng still soaring over the crossbar Cesar.Inter are playing relying on counterattacks, getting his first golden opportunity in the 39th minute. Acceleration Yuto Nagatomo terminated by releasing the cross into the heart of Milan's defense. Ricky Alvarez received the ball that is not guarded at the mouth of the goal. Unfortunately the execution of the young Argentine player is still so weak that it can be anticipated Christian Abbiati.Increasingly rising tempo of the game in the last five minutes. Milan almost opened the scoring if Mark van Bommel kicks welcomes feedback Pato did not hit the crossbar. Score 0-0 glasses alias still survive until the first half ended.Entering the second interval, Milan is still dominated possession. However, rather than open the scoring, Rossoneri goalkeeper actually collapse first. Diego Milito led Inter ahead in the 54th minute.Starting from a quick counter attack, Javier Zanetti successful dribble from midfield and then release the bait towards Milito. Failed to anticipate the ball bait Ignazio Abate Zanetti making it easier for Milito to lead them into the penalty box and fired a moment later horizontal Abbiati could not dammed. 1-0 to Inter.Disadvantaged, Milan tried to respond by increasing the attack. However, the defensive scheme that is applied Ranieri makes it difficult to break the defense Inter Milan are layered. Meanwhile, Inter continued to spread threats through quick counter-attack which finished their main weapon.Milan had a chance in the 70th minute through Ibra. Unfortunately, Ibra horizontal kick was wide. A minute later, Milito had another chance. However, this time his shot from inside the box can still be muted Abbiati.In the 76th minute, Ibra release bait into the penalty box kick which was met Nocerino. The ball rolled toward the Pato in front of goal. Unfortunately, the Brazilian striker failed meneruskanya well. Cesar was easily secure the ball.Entering the 10 minutes the rest of the game, Clarence Seedorf, new to the field to spread the threat to the long-range shot. Damn, Julio Cesar appeared swiftly to secure the ball. Shortly later turn Stephan El Shaarawy to bite the fingers after sontekannya also foiled Cesar. The new entry replaces Shaarawy El Pato.These results make unbeaten run at the San Siro Milan finally broke out. Milan also ensured Juventus failed coup a few hours before your opponent draw Cagliari. Milan was moved from the second position, behind a point of Juve at the top of the standings.As for Inter, this is their sixth consecutive victory. Additional three points did not change the position of the fifth Inter with 32 points, but successfully cut the difference in points with Lazio in fourth place into just one number.Probable teams:Milan (4-3-1-2): Abbiati; Abate, Nesta, Thiago Silva, Zambrotta / Robinho (66 ') Boateng, Van Bommel, Nocerino / Seedorf (79'); Emanuelson; Ibrahimovic, Pato / El Shaarawy (83 ').Inter (4-4-2): Julio Cesar; Maicon, Lucio, Samuel, Nagatomo; Zanetti, Thiago Motta, Cambiasso, Alvarez / Chivu (67 '); Milito / Sneijder (75'), Pazzini / Forlan (90 +1 ).

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Enrique Roman Feeling Lucky Win for

ROME - AS Roma coach, Luis Enrique happy with his team achieved a 3-0 victory over Fiorentina in the event the Copa Italia. Although satisfied with the performance of line behind Roma, Enrique was feeling lucky to be able to win from Fiorentina.
 
AS Roma beat Fiorentina look mighty at the Stadio Olimpico through dual goals scored Erik Lamela and grain Fabio Borini. This victory was satisfactory Enrique, and entertain the Romanisti because I Lupi brought into the quarter-final Copa Italia.
 
"We were lucky, because Fiorentina did not let us play in the usual way and (Fiorentina) has a counter-attack is very dangerous," said Enrique as reported from Football-Italy, Thursday (01/12/2012).
 
"I am satisfied with the performance of the back line and I think it is key in this fight. Fiorentina have scored in the first half and made ​​us stunned, but we managed to stop them well. In the second half we grow and take our chances, "he added.
 
Roma's squad had received attention because many now occupied by a young courtier-courtier. Attacking game that carried Enrique also not considered effective, but through this victory, the Romans could prove the greatness of their squad.
 
"This is a very important occasion for us to show that our squad is valid and quite large. I am happy to give this joy to fans of Rome, "he added.
 
The Spaniard is also specifically praised the heroes of Rome in the game by saying, "Lamela showing positive performance, but do not forget the bait Francesco Totti. Borini also have a strong influence in the game. "

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Gerrard Respond to Complaints Mancini Referee Problem

MANCHESTER - Roberto Mancini back feels aggrieved by a decision of the referee as his team was defeated 1-0 by Liverpool in the Carling Cup semi-final first leg on Thursday (1/12/2012). However, Mancini's complaint immediately got a response from the Liverpool captain, Steven Gerrard.

As is known, Mancini seemingly annoyed when Joleon Lescott players are confronted by two feet of Glen Johnson. Suddenly the incident provoked emotions of the players and assume Johnson City has committed an offense in the penalty box and decent red card. However, referee Lee Mason assess the Dachshund is quite clean.

Mancini also felt aggrieved by the referee and back judge Dachshund made ​​by Johnson more dangerous than that performed by Vincent Kompany to Manchester United's Luis Nani last weekend.

"That should be a penalty. Tackles made ​​by Glen Johnson is more dangerous than that performed by Vincent Kompany in the face of Manchester United, "said Mancini told BBC Sport on Thursday (1/12/2012).

However, Mancini's comments are directly addressed by Gerrard, who in this fight scored the winning goal for the Reds. Gerrard assess Dachshund made ​​by his colleague does not harm your opponent and do not deserve a red card.

"This is clearly a clean tackle. Mancini too look to Wayne Rooney who seek to influence (the referee) that the players released by the referee on Sunday. So, he tried the same thing to our players and it is not true, "said Gerrard

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Perhaps, Tottenham Premier League Champion Candidate

LONDON - great enthusiasm welled up in Harry Redknapp's chest. Imagine, the squad managed to overcome the resistance of Everton. Points earned three Redknapp at White Hart Lane Tottenham Hotspur deliver equate points with Manchester United.
Spurs and United now both have 45 points and three points adrift with the top standings, Manchester City. Harry Houdini-nickname to see Redknapp, his team has now become the strongest candidate winning the Premier League title this season.
"We are in a position right here with the two Manchester teams now and I want to keep saying, all is still possible for us this season," said Redknapp told ESPN on Thursday (1/12/2012).
Perched on the third making opportunities the Lilywhites to penetrate the Champions League was again wide open. Redknapp returned to his side to remind memelihara0 this opportunity to continue to appear consistent.
"I still say, our primary target back to the Champions League. But if you look at the standings now, we have a chance if we keep menjagnya," added Redknapp.
Well, that ambition is achieved, once again, Redknapp asked his team to minimize the error that is feared could threaten the existence of Tottenham in the top three standings. He hoped, Rafael Van der Vaart et al could make reference Everton match exactly counter to appear consistent.
"Make no mistake, a big win for us. Everton team with attacking game. But we can manage to be in the top position and in the end we reverse the position in another good performance," added Redknapp.
Then what is the secret of victory over his team-nicknamed The Toffes Everton in midweek match this? "The first goal is the key for us and we get one of them, we always felt if we could get a victory," said Redknapp happy.
"Where we can end this season? Who knows. All I knew we could at this moment and if you do not enjoy football and we played at this time, then you get something that is wrong with you," completion.

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Barca Official Release Maxwell to PSG

MADRID - Barcelona finally agrees Maxwell desire to move to Paris Saint Germain. Barca were already confirmed, Maxwell has started clearing its contract with the club's Carlo Ancelotti.

"FC Barcelona and Paris Saint Germain have agreed on the transfer of Maxwell with the French club. The Brazilian is going to Paris this evening (local time), with permission of the club to complete his new contract with PSG," demikdian Barca statement on his official website.

"If Maxwell has completed his contract with PSG, then ddia will soon undergo medical tests and the transfer process was completed."

Previously, coach Josep Guardiola said that foster children were already wanting to move to Paris. Pep was immediately gives way to Maxwell to move.

"Maxwell has come to see me, and he told us when he has received an offer from PSG. He also said he would accept the offer," said Pep told AFP on Thursday (1/12/2012). "He wants to go and the club will not hinder his desire," he said.

Maxwell himself was purchased by Barcelona from Inter Milan in the 2009 season. During the defense of the Catalans, Maxwell has been featured as many as 89 times and helped Barca win 10 trophies.

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