Tag Archives: Laurent Blanc

Ex-Chelsea boss Villas-Boas expected to be named new Tottenham manager

Former Chelsea and Porto boss Andre Villas-Boas has once again been identified by the British press as the favourite to take over the vacant managerial position at Tottenham with reports claiming he could be unveiled next week. After Harry Redknapp’s … read more »

Posted in Soccer, Sports | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Euro 2012: Criticism drives England skipper Gerrard

Steven Gerrard believes England have defied their many critics after securing top spot in Group D with a 1-0 defeat of Euro 2012 co-hosts Ukraine. Gerrard delivered the cross as the returning Wayne Rooney headed home from point-blank range for … read more »

Posted in Euro 2012, Soccer, Sports | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Euro 2012: Samir Nasri’s goal celebration sparks controversy

France coach Laurent Blanc said he did not know who Samir Nasri was targeting when he screamed “Shut your face” after scoring the equaliser in last night’s 1-1 draw with England. The Manchester City midfielder struck in the 39th minute … read more »

Posted in Euro 2012, Soccer, Sports | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

France v England: EURO 2012 Preview

England look to open their EURO 2012 account with a win over dark horses France despite the absence of Wayne Rooney. Date: Monday 11th June 2012 Venue: Donbass Arena Capacity: 52,518 Kick Off: 17:00 Referee: N.Rizzoli Probable Line Ups: France: … read more »

Posted in Euro 2012, Soccer, Sports | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

International friendly: France v Iceland Preview

France’s extensive group of attackers face a big test on Saturday in their quest to make manager Laurent Blanc’s squad for Euro 2012. Blanc and his players will host Iceland in Valenciennes in the first of three friendlies France will … read more »

Posted in Soccer, Sports | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment