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Real Madrid players proud to beat Barcelona again; excited for Man U

March 3, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Real Madrid players celebrate after Sergio Ramos scored the team’s second goal to put them in the lead during their Spanish first division “classico” match against Barcelona at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid, March 2, 2013 (Photo: Reuters) Real … read more »

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Cristiano Ronaldo: “We have a better team than United”

February 6, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Cristiano Ronaldo has pride of place in the latest issue of ‘Champions’, the official UEFA Champions League magazine. Unsurprisingly, the focus is on the mouth-watering upcoming clash between Cristiano’s current club, Real Madrid, and his former employers, Manchester United. “I … read more »

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Mario Balotelli sets for Manchester City exit

January 29, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Manchester City are in talks with Milan and Juventus over the transfer of Mario Balotelli and are exploring the option of loaning the striker out until the summer ahead of a permanent move. The champions want around €23m (£19.75m) for … read more »

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2013 FA Cup Saturday Live updates

January 5, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Manchester United, Manchester City and Chelsea are all in action in the third round of the FA Cup on Saturday. Follow us as we cover the action LIVE on IndepthAfrica. *Live coverage will begin at 10:30pm HKT. For the early … read more »

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Kolo Toure on £90,000 a week ‘tricked model into two year affair by telling her he was a car salesman’

November 26, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Premier League star: Manchester City defender Kolo Toure is alleged to have had a two year affair, despite being married with two children Premier League family man Kolo Toure had a two year tryst with a model after he fooled … read more »

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2012/13 UEFA Champions League Day2 Round up

October 4, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Manchester, England: Manchester City required a 90th-minute penalty from Mario Balotelli and some inspirational goalkeeping by Joe Hart to escape with a 1-1 draw against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on Wednesday. City was outplayed for long periods by … read more »

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Tottenham shock Man United at Old Trafford

September 29, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

(AFP)Gareth Bale scored one goal and set up another as Tottenham beat Manchester United for the first time in 23 Premier League matches with a thrilling 3-2 win on Saturday. Spurs’s first victory at Old Trafford since December 1989 saw … read more »

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2012/13 UEFA Champions League Day2 Live Blog

September 18, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

  [View the story "2012/13 UEFA Champions League Day2 Live Blog" on Storify] 2012/13 UEFA Champions League Day2 Live Blog Follow IndepthAfrica Match Preview, Live Scores and Video Highlights of Manchester United vs. Galatasaray and Chelsea vs Juventus. Storified by … read more »

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Van Persie set to join Man Utd with 24 million pounds

August 15, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Arsenal have confirmed they have agreed terms with Manchester United for the transfer of striker Robin van Persie. Last season’s English Premier League top scorer will travel to Manchester on Thursday to undergo a medical ahead. Van Persie is reportedly … read more »

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Mexico defeats Brazil to take Olympic men’s soccer gold

August 11, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Oribe Peralta scored twice to upset favourites Brazil and send the Olympic football title back to Mexico for the first time ever. Peralta stunned the Wembley crowd inside the first 30 seconds as sloppy Brazilian defending allowed him in to … read more »

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PSG new-boy Lucas Moura had agreed Man Utd switch

August 9, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

No longer top dogs in English football, the same can also be said of Manchester United in the transfer market after they were beaten to the signing of yet another top transfer target this summer. And United’s disappointment at missing … read more »

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Olympic Women’s soccer: Canada vs. U.S Preview

August 6, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

For the first time in their history, Canada’s women will be competing in the Olympic soccer semifinals when they take on the Americans at the famed Old Trafford on Monday afternoon in Manchester, England. Join CBCSports.ca’s live chat at 2:30 … read more »

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£120,000-a-week Balotelli’s mum is cleaner who earns £6 an hour

July 16, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Different worlds: Mario Balotelli’s mum Rose Barwuah earns just £6 an hour He earns £120,000 a week, likes to drink vintage champagne straight from the bottle and once famously put hundreds of pounds on to a church collection plate. But … read more »

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Manchester City to launch £25m offer for Robin van Persie?

July 5, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Manchester City have reportedly reignited their interest in Arsenal striker Robin van Persie following the Dutchman’s decision to leave the club. The 28-year-old revealed yesterday that he will not sign a new contract with the Gunners following unsuccessful talks with … read more »

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Gary Neville hits out at Carlos Tevez after ‘RIP Fergie’ taunt

May 15, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Carlos Tevez poked fun at his former Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson during Manchester City’s title celebrations on Monday night. The controversial striker was pictured holding up a banner which read ‘RIP Fergie’ as City paraded their Premier League … read more »

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Manchester United unveil new ‘gingham’ kit

May 11, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Rio Ferdinand has been modelling the 2012-13 shirt which, according maunfacturers Nike, will feature iconic gingham check that hailed from Manchester’s famous cotton mills. The Nike press release reads: “Manchester United Football club’s success has been founded on the traditional … read more »

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Mancini wary of Newcastle threat

May 3, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Manchester, England – Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has warned his Premier League title-chasers to beware the threat of in-form Newcastle when they travel to the north-east side on Sunday. City’s 1-0 win over reigning champions and title rivals Manchester … read more »

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‘UK must take Africa opportunity’ says Barclays report

April 10, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

UK companies need to do more to take advantages of opportunities to win customers among the growing African middle classes, according to a new report. A Barclays survey of UK companies currently exporting to Africa found that the vast majority … read more »

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Manchester United legend Gary Pallister labels Carlos Tevez return to Man City farcical

March 28, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Gary Pallister has criticised Manchester City’s decision to welcome back Carlos Tevez, insisting Sir Alex Ferguson would not have the Argentine “anywhere near” Old Trafford in similar circumstances. Red Devils legend Pallister believes Tevez severely let down his team-mates, manager Roberto Mancini, … read more »

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2012 UEFA Europa League Live Updates: Porto vs Manchester City

February 16, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

ROBERTO MANCINI has rubbished claims by Carlos Tevez that he was treated like a dog by the Manchester City boss. The Italian said: “I don’t want to talk about this as the Europa League game tonight is the most important … read more »

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S. African Snake-snapping owner killed by pet Cobra

September 19, 2011 by benim

Johannesburg – A snake collector died when his Red Spitting Cobra spat in his face in Grahamstown, Eastern Cape police said on Monday. Captain Mali Govender said the snake attacked while the 29-year-old man was taking photos of it on … read more »

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First rioters jailed in UK

August 11, 2011 by benim

Manchester – The first two criminals convicted over the looting and violence sweeping England were jailed on Thursday, police said, hailing the effect of “swift justice”. Greater Manchester Police, the constabulary covering northern England’s biggest city and its environs, said … read more »

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How could an African woman steal this British housewife’s identity and get away with it for 15 years?

June 21, 2011 by benim

One is a white, British-born housewife from the West Midlands. The other is a younger black woman, thought to be from Nigeria. But despite their obvious differences, the African woman was able to spend 15 years travelling on a British … read more »

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US extradition request for Nelson Mandela son-in-law rejected

February 11, 2011 by benim

Tefo Myambo said there was “clearly no substance” to the 17-year-old charges faced by Dr Isaac King Amuah and that “even by the standards of the Americans themselves”, he never would have been convicted. Ghanaian Dr Amuah, 55, who is … read more »

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UK: Man who choked girlfriend and fled is apprehended by K-9

February 1, 2011 by benim

Mark Cardoza was arrested for allegedly choking his girlfriend and fleeing when police arrived. Photo: Manchester Police Department Manchester Police arrested a city man Thursday night, who assaulted his girlfriend and fled when police arrived, but was apprehended by a … read more »

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Gunners lost to United 0 – 1

December 13, 2010 by benim

Park Ji-sung ensured the visiting Chilean miners were able to celebrate a Manchester United victory over Arsenal on their momentous visit to Old Trafford. David Beckham was also in a star-studded directors’ box to see the Red Devils secure a … read more »

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Carlos Tevez slams Manchester City with relationship ‘beyond repair’

December 13, 2010 by benim

Carlos Tevez’s relationship with Manchester City was at the point of no return tonight after he revealed he had wanted to leave since the summer and said his relationship with the club’s executives had “broken down and is beyond repair”.Reiterating … read more »

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Manchester City Settles For Draw Against Frustrated United

November 10, 2010 by benim

Manchester City and Manchester United played out an eventless 0-0 draw at Eastlands on Wednesday night. In a game that was stunted by City’s negative approach, both sides struggled to make an impact on the game with a Carlos Tevez … read more »

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Why Carlos Tevez is so important to Manchester City

November 9, 2010 by benim

When Manchester City entertain their local rivals United at Eastlands on Wednesday, one man will once again become the centre of attention. In Carlos Tevez, City have a captain at the very peak of his powers and a goalscoring machine … read more »

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Wayne Rooney signs new five-year contract with Manchester United

October 22, 2010 by benim

LONDON — Wayne Rooney ended a week of intense speculation about his future Friday by changing his mind and signing a new five-year contract with Manchester United, saying “this is where I belong.” Only days after criticizing United for its … read more »

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