12:46AM, June 20, 2013

Schuster proud to take reins at Malaga

Schuster proud to take reins at Malaga

The 53-year-old took up the post on Wednesday after signing a five-year contract to replace Chilean Pellegrini, who has moved to Manchester City.

Malaga finished sixth in La Liga last season and reached the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League, but with a number of top names expected to depart the club before the start of the new season and a European ban being upheld, the challenge ahead of Schuster is considerable.

"I’m very proud to be part of this ... » Read more


12:53AM, June 15, 2013

Guardiola arrival will boost Bundesliga, says Netzer

Guardiola arrival will boost Bundesliga, says Netzer

The ex-Barcelona boss will end his sabbatical from the game when he returns to take charge of German champions Bayern Munich next season and will arrive in a domestic league that has grown significantly in stature over the past season, with Borussia Dortmund and Bayern flying the flag in Europe, reaching the UEFA Champions League final.

And Netzer is confident that the presence of Spaniard Guardiola will serve to increase the Bundesliga's profile even ... » Read more


11:28AM, June 13, 2013

Messi denies tax evasion

Messi denies tax evasion

According to agency reports, the Argentina international is accused by the Economic Crimes Prosecutor Barcelona of defrauding more than four million euros, with his father also implicated in the lawsuit.

However, in a short statement on his official Facebook page, Messi ... » Read more


05:00AM, June 13, 2013

Draxler dreaming of Premier League move

Draxler dreaming of Premier League move

The 19-year-old signed a new five-year contract with the Bundesliga club in May but with some of Europe's top clubs reportedly chasing his signature he has revealed he would find it hard to turn down a move.

Schalke finished fourth in the league last season, meaning they will be involved in the UEFA Champions League again, a competition Draxler impressed in as they won their group only to lose to ... » Read more


08:51PM, June 12, 2013

Malaga complete Antunes signing

Malaga complete Antunes signing

The full-back arrived in southern Spain in January as a replacement for Nacho Monreal and impressed under Manuel Pellegrini in his 15 appearances.

He became a regular in Malaga's side and played in the UEFA Champions League ties with Porto and Borussia Dortmund, and also scored his only goal for the club against Real Madrid in the league.

Despite Pacos Ferreira reaching the UEFA Europa ... » Read more


09:25AM, June 02, 2013

Vilanova hails Barcelona's record season

Vilanova hails Barcelona's record season

The Liga champions equalled Real Madrid's points record and set their best-ever tally of 115 goals in a season with a convincing 4-1 win at Camp Nou.

David Villa, Cesc Fabregas, Martin Montoya and Andres Iniesta all scored for the hosts before Pedro Morales pulled one back for Malaga.

Vilanova says that ... » Read more


08:42AM, June 02, 2013

La Liga Wrap: Barca claim record haul, Depor down

La Liga Wrap: Barca claim record haul, Depor down

The Camp Nou side dominated the early exchanges and found themselves 3-0 up inside 16 minutes, following goals from David Villa, Cesc Fabregas and a great finish from Martin Montoya. 

Andres Iniesta put the result beyond doubt in the 52nd minute before Pedro Morales volleyed home a consolation goal for the visitors and outgoing coach Manuel Pellegrini.

Eric Abidal made an emotional final appearance for Barcelona, who finished the ... » Read more


07:09AM, June 01, 2013

Puyol: I want to play until I am 40

Puyol: I want to play until I am 40

The Spain international defender has missed the last two-and-a-half months with a knee problem, sparking rumours he may retire.

However, the 35-year-old has insisted his recovery is going well and he plans to be back representing the La Liga champions next season and beyond. 

Puyol also reiterated his desire to see out his contract, ... » Read more


12:58AM, May 27, 2013

Lewandowski close to Bayern move, hints Heynckes

Lewandowski close to Bayern move, hints Heynckes

Heynckes' men overcame Dortmund in Saturday's UEFA Champions League final at Wembley, thanks to a late winner from Arjen Robben.

Lewandowski has won plaudits for his performances this season, particularly his four-goal showing against Real Madrid in the semi-final stage of the same competition, and has been continuously linked with a move away, with Bayern among the front-runners for his signature.

Heynckes had previously been coy on the ... » Read more


05:02PM, May 26, 2013

Neymar announces Barca switch

Neymar announces Barca switch Brazilian club Santos had accepted two offers for the 21-year-old star, reported to be from Barcelona and Real Madrid, and the forward has now agreed terms with the Catalan giants.

After scoring 107 goals in 176 domestic appearances for Santos, Neymar is one of the hottest properties in football and a move to either of the Spanish heavyweights was expected, although the player had suggested he would remain in Brazil until after the 2014 FIFA World Cup when his contract was due to ... » Read more

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