Buffon: At my age they know my value and what I can still give

Gianluigi Buffon is confident he will shortly finalise a new contract at Juventus and is not thinking about joining another club at the end of the season.

However, the Italy international is not ruling out a future move abroad after stating the only other Serie A club he would play for is Parma, who he left for Juventus in a record-breaking deal 11 years ago. The veteran goalkeeper's present deal expires next summer, but Buffon has confirmed that an agreement regarding an extension has been reached in principle.

«A month ago, I met with the president Agnelli and we found a draft agreement for a new contract. We'll formalise everything soon. Balotelli or Drogba as a gift for the Champions League knockout stages? It must be chosen by Conte and the club. A future at another club? I don't think about it. Maybe at the end of my career I could evaluate an experience abroad. There are no money problems. At my age they know my value and what I can still give.» Buffon said.

Buffon also touched upon the possibility that Juventus could sign Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli or former Chelsea forward Didier Drogba in January.

Three contenders for the most defined beautiful goal of 2012

FIFA on his official Website announced the names of three players competing for prize of Ferenc Puskás. This award goes to a player who had scored the most beautiful goal of the year.

Candidates for the award were initially 10, but by a vote among football fans list of applicants for the prize for the most beautiful goal of the year was down to three players.

The highest number of votes received by Miroslav Stoh (Fenerbahce, March 3, 2012 onwards), Radamel Falcao (America de Cali - Atletico, May 19, 2012 onwards), and Neymar (Santos-Internacional, March 7, 2012 onwards).

The winner of this nomination will be announced January 7, 2013, in Zurich, Switzerland.

The Golden Ball of FIFA claimed Messi, Iniesta and Ronaldo

Argentinian striker Lionel Messi and Spanish midfielder Andres Iniesta, as well as the Portuguese striker of Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo are the three candidates for FIFA's Ballon d'Or. The last three years that Messi has won this prize, handed over a better player in a calendar year.

Among the candidates for the prize of the best futbolistke of the world included Brazilian March, and Americans Alex Morgan and Abby Vambah.

This was announced at a press conference held today in Sao Paulo. To recap, award ceremony will take place on 7 January in Zurich.

The award for best coach, claimed by Guardiola, Del Bosque and Mourinho

Former FC Barcelona coach Josep Guardiola, Spain's Vicente Del Bosque and Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho claimed the prize for best coach, men's curling. It should be noted that last year's winner was Guardiola.

Among women's teams on the FIFA Award for best coach, claimed by Bruno Bini (France), Norio Sasaki (Japan) and PIA Sandhèdž (United States).

This was announced at a press conference held today in Sao Paulo. To recap, award ceremony will be held January 7, 2013, in Zurich, Switzerland.

Sir Alex: Jonny Evans was magnificent and Rafael Da Silva was fantastic

Sir Alex Ferguson praised Manchester United’s defense after grinding out a 1:0 victory at home to West Ham on Wednesday night.Robin van Persie netted the fastest league goal so far this season with a deflected shot in the opening minute, but the Red Devils were unable to convert any more of their chances.

"West Ham are renowned for making it difficult for you," Ferguson told Sky Sports News. "They’re a very dogged team to break down.

Asked if it felt unusual for his side to score the first goal in a game, after coming from behind to win six times already this term, the Scot quipped: "Yes, and to keep a clean sheet. That's Christmas time!

"I thought Chris Smalling did very well having just come into the team after a long absence with injury. Jonny Evans was magnificent and Rafael Da Silva was fantastic, absolutely terrific. So we do have plus points tonight, particularly defending. You have to against them because you have to against them because they're such a handful. "But we got a great start and I thought from there we could have pushed on. Some of our football was very good at times, but we never finished them off."

FIFA Name 15 Chosen Midfielders For FIFA/FIFPRO World XI 2012

The worldwide players’ union FIFPro and FIFA has announced the 15 midfielders shortlisted for the FIFA/FIFPro World XI 2012, part of the 55-player final shortlist to be revealed at a press conference in São Paulo on 29 November 2012.

After the unveiling of the five shortlisted goalkeepers and the 20 shortlisted defenders, the shortlist of 15 midfielders is now also known. These three shortlists will be completed by the list of 15 forwards to be announced and published on FIFA.com on 29 November.

The midfielder shortlist is: (home country, club)

Xabi Alonso (Spain / Real Madrid), Sergio Busquets (Spain / FC Barcelona), Cesc Fabregas (Spain / FC Barcelona), Steven Gerrard (England / Liverpool), Eden Hazard (Belgium / Chelsea), Andres Iniesta (Spain / FC Barcelona), Frank Lampard (England / Chelsea), Luka Modric (Croatia / Real Madrid), Mesut Özil (Germany / Real Madrid), Andrea Pirlo (Italy / Juventus), Franck Ribery (France / Bayern Munich), David Silva (Spain / Manchester City), Bastian Schweinsteiger (Germany / Bayern Munich), Yaya Touré (Ivory Coast / Manchester City), Xavi Hernandez (Spain / FC Barcelona)

The 50,000 professional footballers belonging to the players’ unions across the world that form FIFPro received voting forms to nominate their peers in a secret ballot for inclusion in their World XI – choosing the best goalkeeper, four defenders, three midfielders, and three forwards of 2012.

The final FIFA FIFPro World XI will be announced at the FIFA Ballon d’Or gala at the Zurich Kongresshaus on 7 January 2013. During the televised gala, the winner of the FIFA Ballon d’Or for the best player of 2012 and the winner of the FIFA Women’s World Player of the Year 2012 award will also be revealed. Meanwhile, the FIFA World Coach of the Year for Men’s Football award and the FIFA World Coach of the Year for Women’s Football award will be presented for the third time. The FIFA Puskás Award for the best goal of the year, the FIFA Presidential Award and the FIFA Fair Play Award will also be presented during the gala.

FIFPro has organised the World XI since 2005. In 2009, for the first time, the World XI was presented jointly with FIFA under the name “FIFA FIFPro World XI” at the FIFA World Player of the Year Gala, since renamed as the FIFA Ballon d’Or gala.
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Football Genius: Arturo Vidal

Arturo Erasmo Vidal Pardo was born 22 May 1987. He is a Chilean footballer who plays as defensive midfielder for Juventus and Chile. Although usually deployed as a defensive midfielder, Vidal is a versatile box-to-box midfielder capable of playing in a more attacking role as well. Vidal was born in San Joaquín, a working class commune in the Chilean capital Santiago, the second of six children. His potential was discovered by his uncle and he later joined the youth squads of local Primera División club Colo-Colo. Vidal represented Chile at the Under-20 level at the 2007 South American Youth Championship in Paraguay where he was the tournament's second top scorer with six goals. During the tournament he played central midfield and helped the team to qualify for the 2007 FIFA U-20 World Cup where Chile finished in third place with Vidal scoring two goals in the tournament, including the match winner against Portugal in the Round of 16. Vidal made his senior debut in a friendly against Venezuela where Chile won 1:0. He became a regular under Marcelo Bielsa when fit during 2010 World Cup qualifying, playing in 11 matches and scoring a goal. He was then named in the final 23-man squad for the tournament.

The 2007 Apertura Tournament was Vidal's last with Colo-Colo as he left for Bayer Leverkusen in the summer. Bayer had tracked his progress for some time and his good showing at the U-20 World Cup that year convinced Bayer's Director of Football Rudi Völler to make the trip all the way to Chile in order to convince the twenty-year-old to sign. The two clubs then agreed on a fee of $11 million with Bayer Leverkusen paying $7.7 million for 70% ownership of his contract. His transfer broke the previous record of Matías Fernández's $9 million transfer to Villarreal.

Vidal's professional debut came in the first leg of the 2006 Apertura Tournament final. The match was between Colo-Colo and arch rivals Universidad de Chile. Vidal came on as a late substitute for Gonzalo Fierro. Colo-Colo would go on to win the game 2:1 and win the championship as well. In the following season he became a more important part of the squad and would lead Colo-Colo to their second championship win in a row. Vidal scored three goals in Colo-Colo's Copa Sudamericana 2006 campaign. His good showing caught the eye of scouts from various European clubs. The 2010–11 season would be Vidal's last with Bayer. He helped the club to a runner-up finish in the Bundesliga and topped the assist charts for his club with 11 assists, which was joint second in the league. He also contributed two goals in their run to the Round of 16 of the Europa League.

After a good 2010–11 season, Vidal was linked with various clubs, including Bayer's Bundesliga rivals Bayern Munich. On 22 July 2011, he joined Serie A club Juventus for €10.5 million on a five-year contract. He made his competitive debut in the opening league game of the season against Parma, coming on as a second-half substitute for Alessandro Del Piero; he marked his first appearance with a goal six minutes after his introduction in Juventus' 4:1 win. Vidal missed the first game of the season through injury but was soon thrust into the starting line-up and made his debut on 19 August 2007 in the away loss against Hamburg. He started in half the season's games and scored his first goal for the club just three games into his Bayer career. He was ever present for the 2008–09 season and played a vital role in Bayer's run to the German Cup final. On 8 March, he suffered a concussion during the game against VfL Bochum and was out for a month. Upon his return, he scored a goal to break the deadlock in the 4:1 semifinal win over Mainz in the German Cup but Bayer eventually lost to Werder Bremen in the final.

It was initially speculated that he would compete with Claudio Marchisio for a spot alongside Andrea Pirlo but Conte instead played all three effectively in a 3-man midfield. Vidal was an integral part of the 2011–12 Scudetto-winning side that went undefeated the entire season. He contributed seven league goals and three assists, including crucial goals against Napoli and a double against Roma. He scored one goal against current UEFA Champions League holders Chelsea, as they won 3:0.

El Shaarawy thanked Allegri for the trust

«I started out so-so Season. However, Allegri has continued to provide me with great confidence, and that was important. He asked me to play the way I can, he did not require goals. And the thing went. I am very pleased that regularly don't pay attention, and want to continue to do everything I can, to AC Milan. This is a fantastic moment for me, but I'm only at the beginning of the path,» - El Shaarawy said.

Rafael Benitez: I have nothing to lose

Rafael Benitez presented as acting head coach of Chelsea, said that idle outside the trainer's activity he has nothing to lose.

«Since leaving inter I analyzed matches and players watched games every weekend, so I wasn't outside of football. My mastery, my passion, my foresight will not share in the game, I have nothing to lose. I would even say the opposite. I had even more thirsty for victories, more passion than it ever has been,» - Benitez said.

To recap, concluded with an agreement to sign Agger is calculated to the end of the season. His debut on his new post will take place on 25 November in the match 13-th round of the Premier League with Manchester City at Stamford Bridge.

Del Bosque: Atlético can beat Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu

Spain coach Vicente Del Bosque has addressed words of praise Club , Atlético de Madrid.

Del Bosque believes that the team can get the win Diego Simeone in the Madrid Derby against Real Madrid. Yet another confrontation between these teams will be held in the 14-th round of the National Championship on the field.

«I feel very serious that Atlético can beat Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu. Players demonstrate Simeone this season team play. It is very good that Atletico played well. We must applaud the team not only for her achievements on the international stage, but also for performances in the National Championship. Game this team enriches our championship,» - Del Bosque said.

Arsene: Scoring is harder than defending

Although his Arsenal side have shipped away five goals in their last two Premier League matches, manager Arsene Wenger is more relieved to see that they have also scored eight to pick up four of the six points up for grabs.

Wenger was seen expressing his frustrations at the touchline throughout the Gunners’ dramatic 3:3 draw against Fulham nine days ago but later insisted that there were positives to be taken from the fixture.

This past Saturday, the gaffer was joined by millions of Gooners across the world to celebrate an emphatic 5:2 derby win over bitter cross-town rivals Tottenham Hotspur.

That one victory was able to push a struggling Arsenal side back into the top six, only five points adrift of Chelsea, who occupy the third place that Arsenal sealed at the end of last season.

As far as Wenger is concerned, the free-scoring form of his attack indicates the accomplishment of a far tougher task than fixing defensive issues, which his side continues to get criticized for.

“I believe it is always easier to correct the defensive side than getting your team to score goals. When you score goals, you always have a chance,” Wenger told Arsenal TV.

The Frenchman then added: “I am confident that the defense will be quite sound once everybody is used to playing with each other. We won many balls [against Tottenham] as a team and we want to continue to work on that.”

Indeed, offensive dominance cannot alone end Arsenal’s seven-year trophy drought. While one can understand the team’s joy at being able to score again following the uninspiring offensive display throughout the 2-1 defeat away to Manchester United a little over a fortnight ago, evidence of defensive chaos remains disturbing.

They were guilty of giving away a two-goal cushion to Schalke in the UEFA Champions League to merely get a draw on match-day four and even the memorable 7-5 win over Reading in the Capital One Cup will always be noted for the four goals the Gunners conceded to the lowly Royals in the first half itself.

Wednesday’s Champions League match at home to Montpellier will provide the team with a much-needed opportunity to earn a clean sheet and return to being defensively competent.

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Sergio Aguero: Matches against Real Madrid will always have a special meaning

Manchester City's striker Sergio Aguero admitted that the upcoming match against Real Madrid in the Champions League group stage has special significance for him.

Argentine soccer player attitude is due to the fact that he has previously played for Atletico, which is one of the principal opponents of Blancos.

«Matches against Real Madrid will always have a special meaning. But for me, this game is very important, considering my performances for Atlético. We should definitely win this game. The result is not important, we will win with any account. Manchester City must prove that our team really never gives up,» - Aguero said.

Guardiola: You must placed completely

The Spanish press has published some excerpts from a book written by the former head coach of FC Barcelona Pep Guardiola.

The book is written by one of the journalists of the newspaper AS and is entitled «Pep: another way to win».

«I'm not going to criticise those who make mistakes in the pace or play the second floor, we get the own goal. But I don't forgive the footballer, who did not give his heart and soul for Barcelona. I ask not of results, and an attitude. Not going to put up with the presence of people who are speculating. This Barcelona, those are her requirements: Siniora and those are my demands on you, the players. You must placed completely. A separate football itself is worthless; He needs your partner group team, and they need it,» - Guardiola said.

Di Matteo: We are obliged to show good football

Head coach of Chelsea Roberto Di Matteo shared his thoughts on the upcoming November 20 guest for their match against team led by Turin's Juventus as part of the 5-th round of the group stage of the Champions League.

«We are positive. My team played at home against Juventus are a great match. Now it will be difficult because the opponent feels the pressure and facing the need to win. Sure would be interesting and outdoor soccer. The chances of winning are both teams. Native Stadium might give Juve a slight advantage, but sometimes it can also be a hindrance. We will try to deliver the opponent problems. I looked at quite a few past Juve matches, including the game against Lazio, leg locked when the opponent on his half. We must create the Juventus situation. Yes, we will be protected, but not only.

We are obliged to show good football. If successful, it could all happen on the field. I already know that when it comes down to it, our players can count on. It is very important that we communicate with each other and the players try to express yourself. I always just encouraged,» - Di Matteo said.

David Beckham: I want to try to take another call

37-year-old English midfielder of Los Angeles Galaxy David Beckham announced that he will leave the club after this season American League MLS. The special treatment of a player who, however, had no intention of completing a career yet.

«I have been absolutely incredible years in the Los Angeles Galaxy until the end of a career, but I want to try to take another call. I don't see this as the end of its relationship with LSM because I want to be part of the structure of the League in the future,» - Beckham said.

Giuseppe Rossi Lined Up As An Option For Liverpool

Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers is reportedly considering a gamble on Villarreal’s Giuseppe Rossi as he bids to solve his striker shortage in January.

The former Manchester United man would be available for a relatively low fee, as he would not be available for selection until March at the earliest as he bids to recover from his second knee ligament injury.

However, according to The People, Rodgers may be prepared to take a punt on the Italian international in the hope that he can help fire the Reds up the table in the crucial final third of the season.

Rodgers currently has Luis Suarez as his only recognized option up front, and admitted that his forward line will be his main priority to strengthen in the New Year.

‘We're looking to do business in the striking department in January,’ Rodgers told TalkSport.

‘The reality is that there was always going to be a bit of movement this season with the club trying to regain some of their money. This season was always going to be difficult.

‘We'll look to do something in the January transfer window, though. There's not going to be wholesale changes in terms of players coming in, that's the reality of where the club is at.

‘We're looking to grow over the next six months, we'll get some reinforcements in January and that will support the group who has been magnificent for me so far.

‘Hopefully in the summer we can build again.’

Rossi has not played a league game for Villarreal in 13 months, but despite his fitness problems, Liverpool will face stiff competition should they decide to move for the 25-year-old, as reports in Italy claim Inter Milan have already agreed a deal with the player.

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Stephan El Shaarawy scored twice, helped Milan avoid defeat in Naples

The match 13-th round of the Italian Serie A team Napoli hosted AC Milan at your own game. Account of the meeting was opened at 4 minutes, scored the hosts midfielder Gökhan Inler. The 30-minute advantage Neapolitans doubled Lorenzo Insine. AC Milan players have managed to win back one goal before the break on 44 minutes when Stephan El Shaarawy scored a goal in the dressing room. It's a good game when one-on-one with the goalkeeper in the 82 minute brought a draw.

El Shaarawy: We really played very well

AC Milan striker Stephan El Shaarawy, who scored twice in the match against Napoli, said that his team to emerge from the crisis helps the Club President Silvio Berlusconi.

«Recently, Berlusconi was next to the team, and this undoubtedly gives us strength and becomes a small push to remedy the situation. We really played very well, great start, but then because of stupid mistakes missed the first ball, then another, but ultimately happy result. The President is also pleased to» - El Shaarawy said.

Barcelona set a new record for the Championship of Spain

Football Club Barcelona set a new record of championship of Spain. Victory over Zaragoza the match 12-th round of Examples for the Catalan team was the 11st in 12 games. This result is the best launch in the history of the tournament.

Previous such achievement showed Real Madrid in 1968/69 season, when the Royal Club has achieved 10 wins in 11 matches. This achievement the players of Real Madrid managed to repeat - 1991/92.

In the next round the Catalan club will play away against Levante.

Berlusconi: In this way we were able to save about € 130 million

AC Milan President Silvio Berlusconi, who visited yesterday out of Red-Black, spoke about selling Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Thiago Silva in the PSG, and also about the positions of head coach Massimiliano Allegri.

«In times of crisis, we could not refuse such a proposal, not one person with a head on your shoulders, don't respond. In this way we were able to save about € 130 million. Hope in hard times real fans support the team.

If our head coach here, that means I'm in it. Now the team's streak of bad luck, but we should not forget that she has won the Scudetto, led by Allegri.

Foreign investors? If serious proposals are received, we'll talk,» - Berlusconi said.

Gerrard: The goal for Ibrahimovic is one of the best I have ever seen

England midfielder Steven Gerrard impressed against Sweden striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic goal late in the game, a friendly match between Swedes and Brits in Stockholm.

«The goal for Ibrahimovic is one of the best I have ever seen. Ibrahimovic spent the game on the highest level,» - Gerrard said.

Sweden-England match ended in victory for the Swedes with a score 4:2 and all of the four goals scored by Ibrahimovic. Curiously, for it was Gerrard, 100th anniversary match for England.

Gerard Pique: Ronaldo is very good and hardworking

FC Barcelona defender Gerard Pique said the team's forward Lionel Messi deserves the Golden Ball.

Pique stressed that his claim a superior striker Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo.

«I respect those who think the title of best player of the year Ronaldo should get. But I must say that Messi is an alien, but Ronaldo is the best in people. I was mate of Ronaldo at Manchester United and I can say that he is very good and hardworking. But next to him doing nothing Messi,» - Pique said.

Scolari: The best player in the history of football, I think still Pele

Famous Brazilian football specialist Louis Philippe Scolari shared his opinion over who is currently the best player in the world.

«I would put the question differently and singled out the three best players in the world - Is Messi, Ronaldo and Neymar. While in the coming years could surpass both Neymar competitors. As for universal admiration for Messi, now in his life really great moment. But the best player in the history of football, I think still Pele,» - Scolari said.

Note that the troika is listed among Scolari 23 contenders for the Golden Ball of FIFA - 2012. This is an annual award given to the best football player in the past calendar year. It is awarded with a football player with the highest number of votes of the coaches and captains of national teams, as well as journalists from around the world. The name of the winner will be announced January 7, 2013, in Zurich, Switzerland.

Fabregas: I think Mourinho need to give a chance Morata

FC Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fabregas believes that head coach of Real Madrid's coach Jose Mourinho must provide forward Alvaro Morata more game time.

We remind young player brought the victory to his team in an away match 11-th round of the National Championship with Levante. Blancos won with a score of 2:1, and Morata, a substitute, was the author of the second ball.

«Each club has its own life and history. There are players who remain, while others are forced to leave. There is always something that needs to happen. Sometimes some of the events seem to be inexplicable, but everything has its preconditions. I think Mourinho need to give a chance Morata» - Fabregas said.

Luis Ronaldo: It would be natural if Neymar to play for one of the European grandees

Former Real Madrid striker Luis Ronaldo believes that Brazilian striker of Santos Neymar should start their performances in Europe.

According to Ronaldo, Brazilian footballer too drawn to this issue.

«It would be natural if Neymar to play for one of the European grandees. This is to ensure that challenge along with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo the best player of the world,» - Ronaldo said.

It should be noted that these three players have often been compared. Argentines tend to argue that with Messi's none. Brazilians believe that Neymar on talent is superior player blue-pomegranate. But Ronaldo preferred his compatriots and representatives of Real Madrid.

Vilanova: Messi and Villa have a great relationship

Head coach of FC Barcelona Tito Vilanova refuted the views of many of the team's forwards Lionel Messi and David Villa stressful relationship.

It was reported that in the Champions League group stage match between blue-pomegranate and Scottish Celtic Messi in an episode of the game made the claim Villiers and received a reply. Prior to this there had been a controversy between two players in one of the matches of the National Championship.

«Messi and Villa have a great relationship,» - Vilanova said.

Mourinho: Kaka helps the team when it goes on the field

Head coach of Real Madrid's Jose Mourinho spoke about Kaka.

The Brazilian has no proper match practice in the Royal Club, but he was determined to change that. Kaka has already stated that his plans do not include departure from Real Madrid.

«Kaka helps the team when it goes on the field. If it was a left-back, he would play much more. But Kaka is the tenth number. When we used it more, I've been asked the question about Ozil. Now more plays because Mesut works well and shows the appropriate level of the game. But I started asking about Kaka,» - said Portuguese specialist.

Juventus beat Pescara

Under 12th round Championship of Italy Juventus beat Pescara with a score of 6:1. A hat-trick of the Turin Club's done Fabio Quagliarella, one goal to your account put Arturo Vidal, Kwadwo Asamoah and Sebastian Giovinco. The only goal the Pescara scored by Emmanuel Cascione.

Thus, Juventus consolidated its lead away from Inter to four points, but the Milan Club's game in hand.

Arsenal ready to offer Napoli's Cavani £ 30 million

Arsenal Manager Arsene Wenger wants to see in the ranks of the team led by striker Edinson Cavani. English club is willing to offer £ 30 million for Italy 25-year-old Uruguay player alleged in the British press.

Notes that Wenger is thinking about how to strengthen during the winter transfer window, which his team after 11 rounds of the FA Cup has only has 16 points. The priority for French football expert is an option with the acquisition of Cavani.

Cavani is associated with Napoli until June 30, 2017, contractual obligations. Specialized Internet portal Transfermarkt appreciates his transfer value of £ 31 million.

Sneijder could prove to Manchester United in January

Midfielder Wesley Sneijder has to leave Inter in January. Reported that Inter have recently adopted the proposal for the transfer of Manchester United midfielder Holland. The deal is estimated at 20 million euros.

We remind that Sneijder because of groin and thigh injuries does not appear on the field with 26 September. The player himself claims to be ready to play, and coach Andrea Stramacconi repeatedly States that the Dutchman had not yet recovered.

Luca Toni: Fiorentina will be my last Club

35-year-old Italian striker Luca Toni has admitted that Fiorentina, whose color it protects now, will be the last Club of his career.

«I know Fiorentina will be my last Club, but I do not know whether this is the last season for me. As soon as I had the opportunity to return to Florence, I did it. I love it here and I feel at home,» - Toni said.

Toni returned to Fiorentina after five years. In 2007, he left Florence for joining Bayern Munich. The striker has listed a total of 71 and 49 goals in match with Fiorentina.

Thiago Silva: I'll try to convince Paulinho to go to PSG

Defender of PSG Thiago Silva said he would try to persuade midfielder of Corinthians Paulinho go to PSG.

«Paulinho epitomizes the speed, power and beautiful goals, playing in midfield. It must be our goal number one. It would perfectly fit into our team. The problem is that we have to compete for the right to sign it against inter and other clubs. But I'll try to convince him to go to PSG» - Silva said.

Real Madrid will offer Xabi Alonso new contract

Real Madrid is going to renew the contract with midfielder Xabi Alonso.

The current agreement with the Blancos Alonso is calculated up to the year 2014, and Real Madrid has already begun talks with his agent, Inaki Ibanez to extend the contract for two seasons, that is, until the year 2016.

Montolivo will not celebrate after scoring against Fiorentina

AC Milan midfielder Riccardo Montolivo admitted that he will not celebrate if scores the winner against Fiorentina in the upcoming November 11 12-round match of the Italian Serie A.

«I don't think it would be correct. The decision not to celebrate a goal will be the best way to show my respect for the Club, for which I served for seven years. For me it is not just an ordinary game. I lived in Florence for some time, and he certainly hasn't forgotten about it. At the same time I am very happy to play for AC Milan, which I consider a great club,» - Montolivo said.

Afellay: Go back to Barcelona is my goal

26-year-old Ibrahim Afellay, who plays for FC Schalke 04, makes no secret of his desire to return to FC Barcelona, which owns the rights to it.

Dutch footballer, recall, went to the German Club on loan during the past summer. For the Club from Gelsenkirchen Afellay played 14 matches and scored four goals.

«Go back to Barcelona is my goal. Looking back on the time spent at the Club, I have only positive emotions. We always had fun in training. When I came home, then couldn't wait the next day. I still talk to Iniesta and Xavi. They are among some of the best in the world, and Messi is the best of the best,» - Afellay said.

Del Bosque: I have time until 15 November to vote

Spain coach Vicente Del Bosque has once again expressed his wish in the context of the fight for the title of best football player of the year. Del Bosque continues to believe that the Golden Ball are worthy of his trust.

«I have time until 15 November to vote. Vote in favor of the player, which I consider the most worthy. But our wish is sure to award came the Spanish footballer,» - said Del Bosque.

We remind the Spanish team led by Del Bosque won the 2010 FIFA World Cup, and won the European Championships in the year 2012.

Xavi files a complaint to UEFA about anti-football ruining the Champions League

Barcelona eked out a 2:1 win against Celtic at the Camp Nou in their first Champions League meeting despite maintaining 82 percent of possession. Just before the second meeting, Xavi proclaimed, "People rightly consider that Celtic use an anti-football system, but Chelsea have done the same and they are now champions of Europe." Celtic then beat Barcelona 2:1 even though Barca improved to 84 percent of possession. The shock and horror of that result is not sitting well with Xavi. This is his latest plea.

Gentlemen of UEFA.

Normally I would introduce myself as Xavi - noble steward on the cruise ship of appropriateness - and I would tilt my head at a 45 degree angle, but today there is no time for such pleasantries. As I am sure you remember, I have previously written to you twice before about the excrement farms that you too often try to pass off as football pitches. This time, however, the matter I present is even more serious and a very real threat to the lives of all children who do not have a twin.

For far too long, the scourge of anti-football has been festering on the proverbial buttocks of humanity's most important fun-game. When Jose Mourinho was its chief perpetrator, the heavenly knights of Barcelona - of which I am a proud member (and I have the lapel pin to prove it) - routinely vanquished this threat to the back alleys of failure and bitterness. Dark corners from which we were supposed to be protected, so Leo Messi doesn't have bad dreams at night.

But now the putrid disease known on the streets as "defending" is spreading and growing stronger. First, Chelsea used it to wrongly defeat us and win the Champions League last season. Now, Celtic adopted it to further the injustice and beat us again - something no other club has dared to do to us this season - conjuring up the inexplicable black magic that allows an inferior team to score twice with less than 3,000 passes to their credit.

For Celtic to do this a day after I feigned sincerity in wishing them a happy 125th anniversary is an abomination. If I could go back in time just once and prevent any of the world's atrocities that have ended scores of human lives and generations of agony throughout history, I would go back to the moment I touched their ugly green and white shirts and almost smiled for a picture. Disgusting. Real Madrid, Chelsea and Celtic. At this rate, it's only a matter of time before teams around the world become addicted to "defending" and other nefariously legal ways of preventing their opponents from doing whatever they please. This can not stand!

Everyone must respect the fact that I have decided that football can never be played this way. And so there is only one recourse left for the witches and charlatans who insist on worsening this plague: burn them. Literally burn them. Anyone I decide is an anti-football witch will be put on trial at UEFA headquarters, tied to a stake and then burned. If they repel the flames, they will be found guilty of anti-football witchcraft and forced into a more barbaric past-time like feeding the homeless. If they burn, then they were obviously just trying to hide their evil powers and will still be found guilty of anti-football sorcery. They will also be dead. You can't refuse this measure. Because I am asking nicely.

To prove how terrifyingly dire the situation has become, I refer you to the following quote: "There is no such thing as injustice or justice in football. You have to win and that's it." Unicorn thought bubble Cesc Fabregas said that after our loss to Barcelona. He actually said that. Clearly he has been infected with the poltergeist of anti-football and is once again suffering in a way far worse than anyone has ever suffered before.

In closing, I expect you to start letting me burn people in order to salvage the integrity of the Champions League and save the soul of one Cesc Fabregas immediately. I eagerly await your response, as well as the essential groceries you should be kind enough to send because I never have time to shop for myself.

Better than best wishes.

Xavi, creator of pumpernickel

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Bavaria is interested in the services of Henrikh Mkhitaryan

The leadership and coaching stuff of Bayern Munich are interested in the services of the Donetsk Shakhtar midfielder Henrik Mkhitaryan.

Bayern Scouts recently watched playing soccer Squad, which makes them a great impression.

According to the source, the Ukrainian Club demands for the airport Mkhitaryan € 15 million. It should be noted, however, that the Shakhtar's head coach Mircea Lucescu, him more football future, wants to be sure to keep the Armenian football players in their team.

The source also reports that Mkhitaryan wondered and Juventus.

Celtic defeated Barcelona

The fourth round of the group stage of the Champions League Celtic at home sensationally beat FC Barcelona - 2:1. At the 21 th minute Mulgrew hung from a corner to the far post, where Wanyama great jumped up and hammer head first ball in the net Victor Valdes.

At the 83rd minute, goalkeeper Forster hosts quickly brought the ball in play, Xavi unsuccessfully attempted to interrupt this transmission in the central circle, the ball flew further, to Watt, who broke one on one with Valdes and sent myam past him into the far corner.

At the first time added to the main minute Messi scored one ball, but more the Barcelona is not enough time.

Lionel Messi: Ronaldo is my hero

FC Barcelona star and Ballon d'Or favorite Lionel Messi has described Brazilian Ronaldo as his hero.

The new father, speaking to UKFour Four Two publication, was referring to former Barca, Real Madrid and Brazil striker Ronaldo Nazario de Lima, who said yesterday that he would vote for Messi to win the Golden Ball.

"Ronaldo was my hero. I loved seeing players like Zidane, Ronaldinho and Rivaldo, but Ronaldo is the best striker I've ever seen. I've never seen anyone hit a ball like him," - Messi said, Football Espana reports.

Ronaldo said yesterday that he would vote for Messi to win the Golden Ball.

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Mario Balotelli has not requested paternity leave according to Manchester City

Manchester City have denied reports that striker Mario Balotelli will take two weeks' paternity leave over the busy Christmas period.

The Italian's model girlfriend Raffaella Fico is due to give birth on Christmas Day and it was reported that Balotelli would return home, potentially missing a number of Premier League matches.

City said the club has checked with its human resource department, coaching staff and the 22-year-old's representatives, and confirmed that no such request had been made.

A spokesman said there was «no basis» to the story, adding: «No request relating to paternity leave has been made by the player/ his representative or received by the club.»
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One reason Arsenal fans don’t like Man United

The Arsenal fans were accused of having no class by Rio Ferdinand after the match against Manchester United on Saturday. In doing so, Ferdinand reinforced one of the reasons that Arsenal fans, along with most others, don’t like United. Hypocrisy.

Ferdinand’s ill chosen words were because of the away fans giving Robin van Persie some abuse. Has he never heard Tevez getting stick? It is part of football. Everybody knew that van Persie would get stick from the Arsenal fans after he chose to abandon us for our hated rivals.

Okay, some of the chants were not nice, but Arsene Wenger has had to put up with years of taunting from the United fans because of some stupid internet rumour nearly 20 years ago, with no truth to it. So Ferdinand thinks it’s fine for United fans to call Wenger a paedophile for 16 years does he? Really classy Rio.

It just seems to be the way with United. They have Ashley Young flinging himself to the ground week in, week out and then Ferguson and Jonny Evans stating that Torres should have been sent off despite proof that Evans had clipped him.

Don’t even get me started on Fergie time and penalties. Evra claiming that Wilshere was trying to injure him when he was obviously going for the ball is typical. I wonder if they actually believe what they are saying, or if they just do it to wind people up. It’s worked on me, anyway.

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Zeman: I'm happy for the guys

AS Roma coach Zdenek Zeman said their victory over Palermo in the match 11-th round of the Championship of Italy, noting improvements in the game.

«Always after the victories you can talk about what the team has improved its level compared with the previous matches. AS Roma played well before, but only at times. Against Palermo we spent the whole match. I'm happy for the guys and hope they will continue to believe that we can show a football,» - said the specialist.

Neymar: I have a valid contract with Santos until 2014

Brazilian striker of Santos Neymar does not exclude that soon could play along with FC Barcelona striker Lionel Messi in a single team.

But according to the player, this would only be possible in one case.

«At this moment I will speak along with Messi as a team only if it goes in the Santos. This is possible: we will have to sell half the city and purchase a Messi..Of course, I dream about the statements of one of the European clubs, but around that time. I have a valid contract with Santos until 2014,» - Neymar said.

Mancini: Manchester City not ready to win the Champions League

Head coach of Manchester City Roberto Mancini believes his team is not yet on the dens victory in the football tournament of Champions League.

«Manchester City not ready to win the Champions League. It would be wrong to say otherwise. Unbelievable situations happen in this tournament, closer to the February and March, but the city was in a difficult group and last year and this year. We have a good team, but it was not ready to win the Champions League, as are other clubs. Chelsea was trying to win the Champions League 10 years. 10 years this team was probably the best in Europe, but won only in May this year. Although the deserved victory London Club another three or four years ago,» - said Mancini.