Neymar Can Be as Good as Messi, Ronaldo, Kaka, Zico and Me, Says Pele

There was already some serious hype around Brazilian teenager Neymar, the 19-year-old Santos superstar who’s been targeted by the likes of Real Madrid, Manchester City and Chelsea this summer. He’s been called “the next Pele, Ronaldinho and Ronaldo rolled into one,” and the game’s grand statesman himself was adding to the excitement about his countryman yesterday. “He... 

World Football: The 10 Most Ridiculous Hairstyles in History

How about a little light-hearted banter to carry you into the weekend. Here are a selection of 10 of the worst hairstyles ever to have graced a football field. Some short, some long, some so ridiculous they became as famous as the player who sported them. I’m bound to have missed a few good ones, so please add your suggestions as comments below. Begin Slideshow  Read More →

18-Month-Old Toddler Football Genius Baerke Van Der Meij Signs to Dutch Team VVV

Dutch first division club VVV-Venlo have signed an 18-month-old toddler prodigy after he become an Internet sensation. Baerke van der Meij was filmed by his father chipping three balls into a box at his home in Venlo. The toddler was then invited for a trial at VVV, the same club his grandfather once played for, and impressed them enough to earn a 10-year initial contract. “Baerke did his best... 

Neymar: Is Brazil Star the Next Pele, Ronaldinho and Ronaldo Rolled Into One?

At only 19 years old, Neymar da Silva Santos Junior already feels like a veteran of his reputation. The Brazilian has predictably been dubbed “the next Pele”, “the next Ronaldo”, and even “the next Pele, Ronaldo and Ronaldinho rolled into one”. It comes with the territory when you bring a certain panache to the legendary yellow shirt—but is Neymar the... 

World Football Vodcast: Why Arsenal’s Jack Wilshere Represents England’s Future

Bleacher Report’s Will Tidey looks ahead to the Euro 2012 qualifier between Wales and England on Saturday and breaks down Fabio Capello’s midfield selection dilemma. Capello’s England will be expected to comfortably beat their neighbors at the Millennium Stadium, but the Welsh will be desperate to cause an upset. Click next to watch… Begin Slideshow  Read More →

International Players Union Calls for Winter World Cup in 2022

The World Union of Professional Footballers has demanded the 2022 World Cup be held in winter in order to escape the sweltering heat of summer in Qatar. Temperatures can rise to 122 degrees fahrenheit in the Gulf Coast nation, during which time the Qatari tourist board advises holiday makers to stay away. Tijs Tummers, secretary of FIFPro’s Technical Committee, said: “It is not sensible... 

VIDEO: Nani Denies Cristiano Ronaldo a Wonder Goal For Portugal Against Spain

World champions Spain were blown away by Portugal on Wednesday, who avenged their last-16 defeat at the World Cup with a resounding 4-0 win. Jorge Carlos Martins, Helder Postiga and Hugo Almeida were on target for Carlos Quiroz’s men, with an own goal from Sergio Ramos adding to Spain’s misery. It was quite a result for Portgual, but as Cristiano Ronaldo will testify it should have been... 

Andy Carroll and Jordan Henderson To Start for England Against France at Wembley

Newcastle United‘s Andy Carroll and Jordan Henderson of Sunderland will make their England debuts in Wednesday night’s friendly against France. Arsenal‘s 21-year-old full-back Keiron Gibbs will also start at Wembley, with Ashley Cole out injured, as Fabio Capello looks to England’s future. Combative striker Carroll has scored seven times and impressed at every turn in the Premier... 

Italy vs. Serbia Abandoned After Crowd Violence; Flares Used as Missiles

Italy’s Euro 2012 qualifier with Serbia was abandoned after just six minutes due to the threat of serious injury to fans and players inside the Luigi Ferraris stadium. The kickoff in Genoa was delayed for 35 minutes after Serbian fans reportedly threw flares and fire crackers towards the Italian supporters and onto the pitch. When the action finally got underway, referee Craig Thomson was forced... 

Euro 2012 Qualifying LIVE: Including England V Montenegro

Follow all the key action on a busy night of Euro 2012 qualifying from 2.30pm Eastern Time on Tuesday, including England’s clash with in-form Montenegro at Wembley. I’ll be focusing on that one, but also bringing you goal updates and key incidents from all the other games—including Italy v Serbia, Holland v Sweden. and Scotland v Spain. In the meantime, why not get the ball rolling... 

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