Milan Retake the Scudetto

AC Milan's championship 2010/11 Serie A season after a 0-0 draw against AS Roma at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome on Sunday (8/5/11) morning pm.
Appear dominant throughout the match, Milan had to settle with the score 0-0. But it would not be a problem considering this result is more than enough for the Rossoneri. Milan won the Italian league by collecting 78 points, and with two games remaining.

Degree becomes more valuable considering rolling in throughout the season, Milan appear most consistent (until week 36) with 23 wins, 9 draws and 4 defeats.

Scudetto title was the 18th for the Milan derby match-Inter club acquisition, which should end the hegemony over the last few years. It also became the first Scudetto title since they last won Milan last 2003/04 season.

As for Roma, a draw to keep their chances to penetrate the zone of Champions. Roma are now collecting 60 points and are in fifth position Serie A. Lazio are in the position of the standings with four points each new day will compete later against Udinese who had 59 points and had just moved Rome.

Road games

At Stadio Olimpico, Rome, Sunday (05/08/2011) pm dawn, Milan only need one point to ensure the championship title. It makes the Rossoneri appear adamant in the early minutes of the fight. The first chance to score came from the camp the visitors on nine minutes when Kevin Prince Boateng kick from outside the penalty box flew over the corner of the goal of Rome.

Mirco Vucinic nearly break through Milan's goal in minute 13. Moment stems from Marco Cassetti prick on the right side where he managed to outwit Gianluca Zambrotta. That he sent a cross to the far post right leads to Vucinic, who immediately opened fire from close range but could be intercepted Cristian Abbiati.

Milan are in the early minutes of play behind the offensive even depressed in the mid-first round. A sweep of Alessandro Nesta and Thiago Silva's header in front of goalkeeper avoid conceding the goal of the Rossoneri in minute 23.

Entering again 36 minutes Rome to spread threats while Aleandro Rosi kick off from inside the penalty box. But he directed the ball into the near post to read well by Abbiati.

In the injury time to force Abbiati Rome back ups and downs secure the net. This time Juan who threatened during acceleration in the penalty box can be stopped Milan's number one goalkeeper.

Not to one minute second-half run kick from outside the penalty box Robinho mentally affected goalposts. A minute ago Ambrossini Massimo effort to grab the ball free kick blocked by Roma defender who threw himself in the penalty box.

Right in minutes 60 Milan again throw open opportunities for excellence. Escaped the offside trap while chasing bait Ambrossini, Boateng with a cool poke ball when confronted one on one with Doni. Malang for Milan, the skin round was still light sideways from the target.

Pressure continues Milan Zlatan Ibrahimovic free-kick which could be intercepted Doni. Clarence Seedorf rebound effort from the moment it also failed because the host defender intercepted as he threw himself.

Furthermore Milan as preparing yourself to accept a draw. Rossoneri more often play in the field itself. These conditions could present some dangerous moments because they lose the ball and quickly threatened attack Rome.

Nothing created ripe opportunities in the last minute match, including five minutes of injury time. At the long whistle sounded the referee signs the game completely, Milan players and staff who have huddled on the sidelines immediately burst in to celebrate the title of the Milan-18.
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Montella Will not Make 'Cage' to Ibrahim

Rome - Zlatan Ibrahimovic so players are most wary of AS Roma's Vincenzo Montella when AC Milan entertain. Although concerned with malignancy Ibra, Montella will not build a 'cage' to drown out the striker.

Milan certainly will play an all-out during a visit to the Stadio Olimpico in Rome on Sunday (08/05/2011) pm dawn. One point of the game will give the Rossoneri the Italian League title for the 18th time.

The visitors also will come with the best power following the recovery of Alexandre Pato and the return of Ibrahim from the penalty. The name of the latter to special attention from Motella because it is considered capable of making major changes in the body Milan.

After two successive match ban affected Ibrahim is believed to be using this match to prove the sharpness back. Especially in Serie A Ibrahim not to mention the goal scored after the break Napoli in late February.

Although mention Ibra is very dangerous, Montella will not give special treatment on the Swedish striker. Special escort will not be enforced because the Romans chose to seek keiseimbangan team will try to achieve maximum results.

"We're not going to put a cage around him tomorrow because we will try to find the right balance to win games," said Motella on Football Italia.

"You do not win the Scudetto only because there is a chance and he will win its title is the eighth in a row because he is a person who makes a difference," said Montella still comment on Ibrahim.

Rome itself will certainly provide extra resistance for the Rossoneri because they still have a chance of qualifying for the Champions League next season. Sitting in sixth position with 59 points, Francesco Totti cs now just one point behind Lazio in the order of four.

"I always believe we can qualify for the Champions League and I am even more convinced more by the fact that there is now. We have to provide the best in both physical and psychological level because we want to win and we have to win over Milan," Montella completed.
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Whatever the line-ups such as Chelsea, Fergie Ready

Manchester - Sir Alex Ferguson admitted it can not predict who the Chelsea players who will be the starter when treated to Manchester United. However, he confessed ready.

'Red Devils' will host the Blues at Old Trafford in the Premier League continued action on this weekend. The winner of this game most likely to win the champion title.

In preparation, Ferguson had been peeping game contra Tottenham Hotspur Chelsea at the weekend. However, he admitted to not get anything.

"I do not know what to expect from Chelsea. I was there on their game last week and did not get anything from it," said Ferguson on SkySports.

"(Didier) Drogba full play so you can expect he will play. But he started the fight with a dilated right, and (Fernando) Torres was there,"continued the manager of Scottish origin.

"If they (Chelsea) plays both on Sunday, I can hardly comment on it. But no matter what they would do, we have the players to handle it,"said Fergie.

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Milan Towards Scudetto

Jakarta - Travel AC Milan in the last five weeks will be wonderful if it ends with the Scudetto this weekend. Moreover, records show, more superior Milan in Serie A against their opponents this weekend, Roma.

Milan do not want to wait any longer to become champions this season. 36th Giornata this time the coach had been targeted, Massimiliano Allegri, became giornata in which they confirmed themselves to be champions.

Before facing Bologna last weekend, Allegeri said that his team only needs four points only. Bologna has been conquered, and that means staying Allegri target one point over Roma at the Olimpico on Sunday (05/08/2011) pm dawn.

However, Milan have enough ammunition, if they want more than just getting a draw in Rome. Zlatan Ibrahimovic will return after serving a suspension, as well as Alexandre Pato who is rumored to have recovered from injury.

Note also sided with the Rossoneri. Reported by FIFA's official site, 150 game between two teams that had occurred in the Serie A. Of the 150 that occasion, Milan managed to win 69 times, while the new Rome 37 times. Time 44 times the other match ended in a draw.

Milan even has a good record at the Olimpico. Than 75 meetings at home I Lupi, they won 26 times, 27 times the series and 22 defeats. These records were sufficient to provide fresh air to Clarence Seedorf et al.

Still not enough? Look at the following statistics: Milan has a good momentum ahead of this match, in which they record winning streak to five matches since defeating Inter Milan 3-0 in April.

Nevertheless, Milan supremo Silvio Berlusconi, expects his team to not jumawa first. New Scudetto be discussed when it is completely within their hands.

"We were not allowed to talk about the Scudetto until it actually achieved," he said at Soccernet.

Rome itself was less fierce. The caretaker, Vincenzo Montella, not willing to Milan partying in their homes.

"We're not going to let Milan's Scudetto party at the Olimpico this weekend," he said.
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Chelsea Asked to Positioning Torres on Bench

Lillestrom - Towards the crucial match Manchester United, Chelsea get advice from former players. One of them, Carlo Ancelotti was asked not to put Fernando Torres.

The opinion was expressed by former Chelsea defender tough, Erland Johnsen, who was also crowned the best player the club.

According to Johnsen that defends Chelsea in the period 1989-1997, former club players have to accumulate as much as possible in midfield when treated to MU this weekend.

"I would put myself in front of Didier Drogba in a 4-4-1-1 formation, with Nicolas Anelka was behind it," said Johnsen told Reuters.

"I think you will not be able to play a 4-3-3 pattern at Old Trafford ... and I would put Torres on the bench," said the man in Norway.

He also warned Chelsea not to make the same mistake with Schalke when confronted with the 'Red Devils' in the Champions League arena.

"What's wrong do Schalke, especially in the first leg at home, is that they leave a big hole in the center. You have to be really tight in the middle against United and Chelsea players need two wings on hand to help."

"When Chelsea play a 4-3-3, both wingernya too forward. If they do not help (defense) at Old Trafford, Chelsea will be difficult. Chelsea also have to tighten the defense and threaten the MU from behind the attacks," commentator Johnsen. read more...

it's just the same whether it's old trafford or meazza

Manchester - Schalke 04 remain determined to achieve victory when treated to Manchester United. Opportunities are wide open because they too had won a landslide victory at home by Inter Milan team.

Losing 0-2 in the Champions League semi-final first leg, Schalke had a tough task to win by a margin of three goals or more to advance to the final. In fact, matches are held on Thursday (05/05/2011) pm dawn that will take place at Old Trafford Stadium.

Schalke clearly in the position of underdog in the game. But do not forget, Der Koenigsblauen also been overcome Inter 5-2 at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza in the quarter-finals.

"I've never been to this stadium (Old Trafford), but I'm sure the stadium is comparable to the San Siro," said Schalke midfielder, Alexander Baumjohann, the official website of UEFA.

The defeat in the first leg in public itself has been forgotten Schalke. Who thought in their mind is trying hard as when they beat Manchester United bulldoze Inter.

"In the first game, we had a bad day and MU is having a good day. Now, it's up to us. We prove can do it in Milan and that is our hope in the match," said Baumjohann.

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Barca to the Wembley final, get rid of Madrid

Barcelona is only capable of a 1-1 draw with Real Madrid in the semi-finals second leg. However, this result was enough Barca get to the final by winning 3-1 on aggregate.
Compete at Camp Nou on Wednesday (04/05/2011) morning, Barca as a whole appear to dominate the match. Match time is also running much more open than the first leg match in which the fight lasted heat and tend not sportsmanship.



In the first round Madrid had initiated an attack in the early minutes before Barcelona slowly taking over the game. The first half ended goalless.

Entering the second half, Madrid had scored quickly even though the goal is disallowed because the referee considers violations in advance through the replay even though the goal is valid.

Madrid's first goal finally missed a goal by Pedro Rodriguez created in minute 54. But the advantage lasted only briefly because of Madrid and then equalized through Marcelo kick. 1-1 score lasted until the fight was over.

The win took Barca to the final which will be held at Wembley later this month. Barca are a great opportunity to met with Manchester United who managed to win the first leg semifinal contra Schalke 04.

Road Games

Real Madrid direct hit from the beginning. Marcelo perform dangerous movements with meyisir the left side of the field, but still can be broken Barcelona defense.

Barca counterattack through Andres Iniesta in seven minutes. The shot from outside the penalty box strayed far from goalkeeper Iker Casillas who escorted.

In minute 22, Busquet in the middle of the penalty box the ball with a header from a corner kick. Iker Casillas is still agile catch the ball.

Not until 10 minutes later, Barca back to attack. After receiving feedback David Villa, Lionel Messi opened fire from outside the penalty box but still can be overcome by Casillas.

Barca attack swiftly into the heart of Madrid's defense through Messi, Villa and Pedro not long later. Casillas back to being the hero for the visitors.

In minute 39, Ronaldo tried to make a counterattack. But before the shoot, the ball which led the Portuguese footballer was immediately secured by Victor Valdes.

Before the second half kickoff, there was a small incident where a spectator ran into the field. But some managed to send in pursuit Stewards and secure it.

Entering the second half, building a direct Madrid attacks. Ronaldo, who was carrying the ball was dropped Gerard Pique but he then hit Busquets.

The ball fell to the feet of Gonzalo Higuain's goal is to break Barca. First goal disallowed because of such violations.

Gol! In minute 54, Barcelona led 1-0 through goals that were created Pedro. Gol born of bait breakthrough Pedro Iniesta received from the box and with one touch of the Spanish striker break goalkeeper Casillas.

Barca are now superior goal aggregate 3-0. The more weight should be able to make Madrid a 4-0 win if you want to qualify for the finals held at Wembley.

The advantages that only lasted 10 minutes. Madrid successfully evened the score at the same time turn on his hopes with goals from Marcelo that utilizes the ball bounce shot Angel Di Maria is on the pole.

Madrid now need two goals to qualify for the next round to try to be more aggressive. Several attacks have not built enough to make Valdes hassles.

Up to nine minutes of normal time the game is still as strong score 1-1. Madrid needed a miracle to be able to reverse the situation.

Messi back in the 88th minute gave birth to opportunity. He mengekseskusi free kick which still leads right to catch Casillas.

Coming to the final minutes, Eric Abidal Barcelona provides an opportunity to make his first appearance after surgery liver tumor. He was signed to replace Carles Puyol for many minutes before the fight was over.

The composition of Players:
BARCELONA: Valdes, Alves Puyol Pique Mascherano (Abidal 90 '), Xavi Busquets Iniesta, Villa (Keita 74'), Messi Pedro.

MADRID: Casillas, Arbeloa, Carvalho, Albiol, Marcelo, L. Diarra, Alonso, Kaka (Oezil 60 '), Di Maria, Ronaldo, Higuain (Adebayor 55')

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Barca players accused of racist acts

Barcelona - Assistant coach of Real Madrid Aitor Karanka Barcelona players accused of injuring act of fair play and did not respect the opponent. Karanka said Barca player to act racist.

This was said by the press ahead of konfernsi Karanka in the second leg Champions League semifinal between Barcelona contra central Madrid this weekend.

"Tomorrow will show the players, whoever saw a player that does not uphold the spirit of fair play and respect on last Wednesday. In fact, they act in a racist. When they cover their mouths so that no one else can read their lips. While two of our players, who do not do anything when it will not appear tomorrow, "he said as quoted by the official club website.

Men who had uniformed Real Mdarid in 1997-2002 was not pointed directly Barca player whom he blame game. But the news circulated, players who act racist are Azulgrana midfielder Sergio Busquets. Meanwhile, those who became targets of racist acts is Marcelo.

Furthermore Karanka also criticized UEFA applying double standards, related to the highest European football association's decision to reject the appeal filed by Los Merengues.

Steep road must be traveled El Real in this Champions League semi-final. They should win by a margin of three goals over Barcelona at Camp Nou. Problem is, Karanka optimistic that his team could do much.

"We are Real Madrid. We represent an institution that had never failed to conquer the challenges in the history of the club's 109 years. One thing that becomes our main thought now is to reach the final at Wembley. Our coach felt bad because he could not accompany the team in action later . So it is important for us to be able to dedicate the victory to him, "complete Karanka.

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Faithful to the philosophy, Barca Not Going As Madrid

Barcelona - Barcelona living need to secure results in the first leg just to qualify for the Champions League final. However, Barca will still appear offensive when entertaining Real Madrid because that's just the way that they know.

Direguk Barca's 2-0 victory when a visit to the headquarters in Madrid last week. As a result Barca had the upper hand when replacement entertain Real Madrid on Wednesday (04/05/2011) pm dawn, because the 0-1 defeat was still going to make them qualify for the top party.

However, Xavi ensure his team is not going to change the style in the game later. Barca midfielder ensures he and his colleagues would seofensif usual.

"We see football in a different light. We like to control the ball, dominate and control the game. We do not know another way to play," said Xavi in Yahoosports.

"A lot of teams that play like Madrid, the players piled in the back, but Barcelona do not have that philosophy and I think the fans will not enjoy or forgive us if we play like that," lugasnya.

On the first leg last meeting, Madrid must play with ten players after 61 minutes along with dikartumerahnya Pepe. As a result Barca increasingly rampant in the control of the ball which was recorded Soccernet of 77%, compared with 23% owned by Madrid.

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Fergie worry about Chelsea

Manchester United's defeat to Arsenal makes the competition towards the Premier League title more exciting. Now Chelsea were called Sir Alex Ferguson had a great chance to overtake them at the top.
Chelsea's win over Tottenham Hotspur yesterday to make MU must win when a visit to the Emirates Stadium on Sunday (01/05/2011) evening hrs. Both are three-point difference.



But United eventually failed to win after a single goal Aaron Ramsey made ​​the Red Devils fourth defeat this season.

MU then also failed to widen the distance with Chelsea in second place and remain three points in three games remaining this season. Both also will sustain the determination of next week's game at Old Trafford.

The victory means the Blues top would be theirs, because they will be on goal difference. It became the focus Fergie is currently considering last season's Carlo Ancelotti's troops win at home to Manchester United with a score of 2-1.

"Obviously, it gave Chelsea a huge opportunity and that's what happens when you are in a position like this. They won at Old Trafford last season and that's what we worry about today, "said Fergie in the Guardian.

"But in a matter of ability - a match in Old Trafford, the fans will be ready for it and so do the players," he continued.

Fergie also participated in a statement commenting on Robin van Persie who judge Nemanja Vidic should have got a red card after holding the ball with his hands.

According to Fergie's Vidic deserve expelled out of the field but he also questioned the violation Gael Clichy to Michael Owen who should be rewarded with a penalty.

"This also is a big game where we did not get the right decision. In this aspect it all balanced. But I think it is difficult to see handball but the last Vidic, Gael Clichy. He knew he did Dachshund that, "finished the man from Scotland.

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City prepares for Champions zone

Manchester City solidified his position at number four of the standings, thanks to a 2-1 victory over visitors West Ham United in the match in the City of Manchester on Sunday (01/05/2011) evening hrs.
City opened the scoring in the 11th minute by Nigel De Jong. Starting from a corner kick for City, the ball is thrown with a perfect failure by Kolarov. De Jong immediately grabbed the ball that came to him and his shot broke through the gate guarded by Robert Green.

City to add a goal when the game runs a quarter of an hour. After exchanging feedback with David Silva, Pablo Zabaleta then ran into the penalty box and then send the bait to the middle. Lars Jacobsen is trying to cut the ball coming just to break his own goalkeeper.

The Hammers came Opportunities in the 31st minute when Robbie Keane who pass through the off-side trap to the penalty box. City goalkeeper Joe Hart who moved to close the space for Keane managed to thwart the chance for the visitors.



Demba Ba minimize missed West Ham's goal through 33 minutes. Starting from that fed the ball from the left into the penalty box, the ball then headlong by Keane. Joleon Lescott failed to properly anticipate the coming of the skin round and it can be used to break Ba goalkeeper who kept Hart.

City has two ripe opportunities in the 54th minute. Mario Balotelli kick after receiving feedback David Silva is still on the ruler. The ball rebounded greeted Yaya Toure, but still can be stopped Green.

Kans for the host re-present the 62nd minute. David Silva escaped off-side trap. In the penalty box, the space tembaknya Silva successfully closed by Green, then pass to the Balotelli. Italian striker opened fire which still can be driven James Tomkins.

Roberto Mancini's men continued to confine the defense made by Avram Grant's team. David Silva kick in the 84th minute West Ham midfielder had about Jonathan Spector. The ball that led to the goal of The Hammers could be pushed over the Green.

An additional three points to make City solidified his position in fourth place standings with 62 points or seven points ahead of Tottenham Hotspur in the order of five. There was for West Ham, this defeat keeps them embedded in the bottom of the standings with a value of 32.

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