Tag Archives: Robin van Persie

Van Persie to rescue as United maintain title grip

April 18, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

This was hardly 1992 or 1995 revisited for Manchester United, hardly as damaging as those chastening Upton Park trips which cost United the title. These dropped points only delay the inevitable. United will be crowned champions but West Ham made … read more »

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2012/13 UEFA Champions League: Man United vs. SC Braga Preview

October 22, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Stu Forster A preview of Tuesday night’s UEFA Champions League clash between Manchester United and SC Braga: team news, form guide, lineup projections, tactical keys, TV info, referee, and odds. On Tuesday, Manchester United host Portuguese side SC Braga for … read more »

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World Cup qualifying round up: Netherlands crush Romania

October 16, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

The Netherlands maintained their perfect World Cup 2014 qualification record with a 4-1 win in Romania on Tuesday. A thrilling first half saw Jeremain Lens and Bruno Martins Indi put the visitors two goals ahead in the opening half hour, … read more »

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UEFA Champions League 2012/13 Day1 Round up

October 3, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Lionel Messi was Barcelona’s goal maker and Robin van Persie was Manchester United’s goal taker as the star forwards shone in Champions League victories Tuesday. Messi created chances for Alexis Sanchez to score in the sixth minute and Cesc Fabregas … read more »

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Premier League Round up: United claim Anfield win, Arsenal hold City

September 23, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Manchester United came through an emotion-charged examination at Anfield to move within a point of Chelsea at the top of the Premier League on Sunday, while Arsenal grabbed a late draw at Manchester City. Elsewhere, there were home victories for … 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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2012/13 UEFA Champions League: Manchester United v Galatasaray Preview

September 18, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

The Red Devils welcome Champions League football to Old Trafford once more after crashing out of the group stages last time out. Manchester United: Sir Alex Ferguson’s men come into the game with a fine weekend win over Wigan Athletic … read more »

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Rooney out four weeks

August 25, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Sir Alex Ferguson expects Wayne Rooney to be out for four weeks after suffering a nasty leg injury in Manchester United’s win over Fulham. Video Rooney was stretchered off the Old Trafford field after the accidental clash with Hugo Rodallega … read more »

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Man United win as spur held 1-1 at home by West Brom

August 25, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Robin van Persie and Shinji Kagawa got off the mark as Manchester United beat Fulham 3-2, while Tottenham were held 1-1 at home by West Brom. Video Highlights Sir Alex Ferguson responded to his side’s loss to Everton last week … read more »

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Walcott set for Arsenal stay as Wenger seeks a ‘special’ signing

August 24, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Arsene Wenger insists Theo Walcott won’t be the next star to quit Arsenal as the Gunners manager considers going back into the transfer market to find a “special” player to improve his squad. Walcott is out of contract at the … read more »

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Ferguson rules out further Manchester United signings

August 24, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Sir Alex Ferguson has ruled out any more summer signings at Manchester United and insists time is running out for any player looking to leave. Ferguson unveiled Dutch defender Alexander Buttner at his Friday news conference, with the former Vitesse … read more »

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Manchester United defeated on Van Persie debut

August 20, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Everton stunned Manchester United 1-0 thanks to a bullet header in the second half by Marouane Fellaini when both teams got their Premier League campaigns underway on Monday. Robin van Persie’s Manchester United debut ended in disappointment as Marouane Fellaini … read more »

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Arsenal’s life without Van Persie ends with a 0-0 draw against Sunderland

August 18, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Arsenal started life without Robin van Persie with a 0-0 draw against Sunderland in their Premier League opener at Emirates Stadium. Arsene Wenger’s side’s best chance of the game fell to new boy Olivier Giroud who somehow fired an effort … read more »

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Arsenal’s Alex Song set to seal Barca switch

August 18, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Barcelona have confirmed they have agreed a €19million (£15m) fee with Arsenal for midfielder Alex Song. Song, 24, sat out the Gunners’ 0-0 draw with Sunderland in their Premier League opener earlier on Saturday and will now fly to Spain … read more »

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It’s an honour to join Manchester United, Says Van Persie

August 17, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Robin van Persie has revealed his delight at signing for Manchester United. The Dutch superstar completed his £24million switch from Arsenal on Friday morning. He said: ‘It’s an honour to sign for Manchester United. ‘I am looking forward to following … read more »

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Barcelona ‘agree’ £15m fee for Arsenal’s Alex Song

August 16, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Barcelona are reportedly close to agreeing a £15million fee with Arsenal for Cameroonian midfielder Alex Song. Reports claim the Gunners are ready to saction the sale of their midfield enforcer after their valuation for the 24-year-old was met following talks … read more »

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Robin van Persie will face Everton – Alex Ferguson

August 16, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

MANCHESTER United manager Alex Ferguson believes Robin van Persie will complete his move to Old Trafford in time to make his debut in the club’s opening match of the Premier League season at Everton. United have agreed a fee of … 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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Italian striker Mario Balotelli staying put, Says Mancini

August 12, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini has confirmed the club have turned down a number of approaches for Mario Balotelli. The 21-year-old international has an outstanding Euro 2012, finishing with three goals and helping Italy to the final. Mancini has revealed … read more »

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Robin van Persie will play for Arsenal

August 12, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Robin van Persie is expected to feature for Arsenal against Cologne on Sunday as speculation grows that he will retain the captain’s armband. The 29-year-old forward’s departure from the Emirates Stadium appeared imminent when he refused to sign a new … read more »

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Blues boss admits defeat in Van Persie pursuit

August 10, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Manager Roberto Mancini admitted Manchester City have given up on signing Robin van Persie after expressing his frustration with the club’s transfer policy. Both City and derby rivals United have lodged bids for the Arsenal striker, who is in the … read more »

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Van Persie to seal Manchester United move this week

August 8, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Robin van Persie could be Manchester United player by the end of the week amid claims he is set to fly in from Arsenal’s training camp in Germany to tie up a deal. Manchester Evening News, who retain close links … read more »

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Van Perise valuation sees Juventus look to elsewhere

July 21, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Juventus are ready to drop out of the race to sign Robin van Persie and concentrate on Fiorentina’s Stevan Jovetic over fears they will be priced out of a move for the Dutchman. The Bianconeri are determined to add a … read more »

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Van Persie refuses to go on pre-season tour with Arsenal

July 20, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Manchester United and Manchester City have made £15million bids for wantaway Arsenal striker Robin van Persie, who has refused to join his team-mates on the pre-season tour of the Far East. The Premier League giants have been joined in the … read more »

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Arsenal face tough battle to land Lewandowski

July 6, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Reports in England this morning suggest that Arsenal will try to land Borussia Dortmund striker Robert Lewnadowski in an attempt to plug in the hole about to be left by Robin Van Persie, whose refusal to sign a new deal … 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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Arsenal reject £8m Robin Van Persie bid

July 2, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Juventus have had an £8m bid for Arsenal striker Robin Van Persie rejected, according to reports in Italy. The Dutchman has not yet put pen to paper on a new contract at the Emirates Stadium, with only one year left … read more »

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Netherlands will need a miracle to qualify

June 14, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

The Hague – The Netherlands need a miracle to qualify for the Euro 2012 quarter-finals, the country’s press said on Thursday, a day after the Oranje were beaten 2-1 by Germany. “We need a miracle,” De Telegraaf said, although it … read more »

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Euro 2012: Sneijder denies split in Holland camp

June 12, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

The atmosphere within the Dutch camp is not the same at Euro 2012 as it was at the 2010 World Cup, admits playmaker Wesley Sneijder. The 28-year-old Internazionale star – who starred for the Dutch as they reached the World … read more »

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Arsenal’s Robin van Persie is top Juve target

May 10, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Newly crowned Serie A champions Juventus have renewed their interest in Arsenal captain Robin van Persie despite his preference to play in La Liga if he were to leave Emirates. Barcelona would be his first choice since he would be … read more »

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