World Football Quotes of the Week: Ibrahimovic on Ali to Ayew on Fashion

Never does there go a week in the world of football where anything dull is uttered from the mouths of players and coaches alike. Sure, cliches infiltrate practically every facet of pre-match build-ups, but with the likes of Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Mario Balotelli in the media, there is more than enough material to keep the rumour mills ticking and media pumping. And there were some absolutely brilliant... 

FIFA Approves the Use of Goal-Line Technology for 2014 World Cup

After arduous years of waiting, world football‘s governing body, FIFA, has allowed for the use of goal-line technology for the 2013 Confederations Cup and 2014 World Cup. The decision comes after the technology was successfully implemented in a trial run during the 2012 FIFA Club World Cup. A statement released on the official FIFA website reads: After a successful implementation of Goal-Line... 

Legends of Football: Ronaldo Luís Nazário De Lima, "Il Fenomeno"

There aren’t many ways you can describe a two-time World Cup winner, three-time FIFA World Player of the Year and all-time leading World Cup finals goalscorer. But for Ronaldo Luís Nazário De Lima—commonly known as Ronaldo—“Il Fenomeno” was the closest thing world football could come up with. And truth be told, he was phenomenal—forever a legend... 

Samuel Eto’o Alleges Cameroon Football Association Wants Him Killed

In what can only be described as shocking comments, Anzhi Makachkala forward Samuel Eto’o has told of how he fears for his life from the Cameroon Football Associaton. The comments come after the African legend spoke about his conflict with the Cameroonian Football Federation. The former Barcelona man told Cameroonian magazine Je Wanda (via ESPN): The leaders of the FCF want... 

England Player of the Year: Hart, Cole, Gerrard, Johnson and Welbeck Shortlisted

With World Cup qualifying underway and a World Cup looming, the English National Team’s five best players for 2012 have been announced. The shortlist takes into account national performances only and are selected via an expert panel and fan votes. Announced of the FA’s website, the nominees for the 2012 England Player of the Year are: Ashley Cole (Chelsea), Steven Gerrard (Liverpool),... 

Video: Zlatan Ibrahmiovic Demolishes England with Four Fantastic Goals

In what can only be described as one of the greatest individual performances by any player on the International stage, Zlatan Ibrahimovic has netted four brilliant goals to lead Sweden to a 4-2 upset victory over England. Amongst his four goals Ibrahimovic managed to net a powerful tap in, volley and long range free-kick. Despite this however, it was Ibra’s fourth goal which is sure to set the... 

The Great Football Debate: Are We Living in a Golden Era of Football?

Last week, in the English Premier League alone, 26 goals were netted across nine matches—none of which ended in more than a one goal margin. In that very same week, in the League Cup, Arsenal played out a 12-goal thriller against Reading, whilst Manchester United and Chelsea found the back of the net nine times. Amidst much exhilaration, I got thinking: Are we currently living in Golden... 

Italy Beat Spain, Germany Beat Brazil: International Friendlies

For the first time since 1994 Italy has beaten Spain in a tight affair at the San Nicola. Meanwhile Brazil continued their poor run of form, losing to Germany. Giuseppe Rossi had talked up Italy’s chances of defeating Spain in the International Friendly. Italy came out firing, taking the lead through Montolivio in the 11th minute. Their joy was short-lived though, as Italy gave Spain the chance... 

Brazil Asserts Their Dominance in a 4-2 Victory over Ecuador

Neymar and Pato each bagged a brace in Brazil’s Copa America victory over Ecuador. The victory sees Brazil progress to the next round of the Copa America, after a shakey start which saw them draw their opening two matches. Brazil will face Paraguay in the quarter finals, where they will look to record a victory after a 2-2 draw in the group stage. The squads lined up as follows: Brazil: Julio... 

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