Tag Archives: Uefa Champions League

Real Madrid have everything to lose, says Jose Mourinho

April 9, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Real Madrid may have a comfortable 3-0 advantage over Galatasaray ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League quarterfinal, second leg here but coach Jose Mourinho is not resting on his laurels. The Portuguese boss, chasing a third European title with a third … read more »

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2013 UEFA Champions League: Real Madrid vs Galatasary Preview

April 3, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Madrid: Real Madrid have a fully-fit squad at their disposal for the Champions League quarter-final first-leg meeting with Galatasaray at the Santiago Bernabeu. Defenders Raphael Varane (back) and Fabio Coentrao (foot) have recovered from injuries and are set to start, … read more »

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2013 UEFA Champions League: Paris Saint-Germain vs. Barcelona Preview

April 2, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

David Beckham was 11 years old when he first visited Camp Nou. Though the aura of the club, the vast stadium and the palpable ambition of the place made a strong impression on a boy from the East End of … read more »

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La Liga: ‘Unfit’ Casillas snubbed by Mourinho again

March 30, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Jose Mourinho has postponed his goalkeeping selection dilemma by leaving Iker Casillas out of his Real Madrid squad for tonight’s trip to struggling Real Zaragoza. The Spain and Madrid captain – who is held in such reverence in his home … read more »

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UEFA Champions League 2013: Bayern Munich vs Arsenal Preview

March 13, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

The quarter-finals of the Champions League have made exciting viewing so far and although Arsenal have been written off in the European tournament this season, Gunners fans will remain hopeful of a Miracle in Munich this Wednesday. Bayern are being … read more »

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UEFA Champions League 2013: Can Barcelona find restart button?

March 12, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Much has been said over the past three weeks – and with barely concealed glee – about the apparent demise of FC Barcelona. Of how an era has come to an end with back-to-back defeats at the hands of a … read more »

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UEFA Champions League 2013: PSG v Valencia Preview

March 6, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

David Beckham could make his return to the UEFA Champions League stage when Paris St Germain host Valencia with a place in the quarter-finals at stake on Wednesday night. Beckham has been named in coach Carlo Ancelotti’s 20-man squad, which … read more »

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UEFA Champions League 2013: Fergie and players distraught over controversial defeat to Real Madrid

March 6, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson reacts angrily to Nani’s red card Jose Mourinho admitted Real Madrid did not deserve to progress to the quarter-finals of the Champions League after a controversial 2-1 win (agg 3-2) over 10-man Manchester United. The … read more »

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UEFA Champions League 2013: Nani sent off as United succumbs to Madrid

March 5, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

A Nani red card turned Manchester United’s tense clash with Real Madrid on its head as Cristiano Ronaldo returned to knock his old side out of the Champions League on Wednesday morning. Trailing 1-0 at the break thanks to a … read more »

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UEFA Champions League 2013: Manchester United 1 v 2 Real Madrid Live

March 5, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Follow IndepthAfrica’s coverage of the Champions League as Manchester United host Real Madrid at Old Trafford in the second leg of their last 16 clash. Manchester United 1 v 2 Real Madrid FULL-TIME: Manchester United 1-2 Real Madrid 90 +4 … read more »

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UEFA Champions League 2013: Manchester United FC v Real Madrid Preview

March 5, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

RYAN GIGGS has told Manchester United fans to strap themselves in and get ready for the ride of their lives at Old Trafford tonight. United entertain Real Madrid in a Champions League last-16 second-leg clash knowing a goalless draw will … read more »

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Balotelli & friends celebrate AC Milan’s 2-0 win over Barcelona

February 20, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Kevin-Prince Boateng and Sulley Muntari goals gave AC Milan a huge chance of progressing to the Champions League last eight after beating Barcelona. The Rossoneri defended in numbers and the two former Portsmouth players struck twice in the second half. … read more »

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2013 UEFA Champions League: Galatasaray v Schalke match Preview

February 20, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

A look ahead to tonight’s Champions League fixture at the Turk Telecom Arena Galatasaray proudly sit six points clear at the top of the Turkish Super Lig and will be confident ahead of this tie after a productive January transfer … read more »

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2013 UEFA Champions League: AC Milan v Barcelona Preview

February 20, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Team news, match facts and manager quotes ahead of the Champions League last 16, first leg match between AC Milan and Barcelona at the San Siro. TEAM NEWS Milan will have to give forward Stephan El Shaarawy a late fitness … read more »

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Tuesday’s UEFA Champions League Round

February 19, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Champions League: Round of 16/Matchday 3 Bayern Munich’s Toni Kross raises his arms in celebration after scoring past Arsenal’s Wojciech Szczesny early in Tuesday’s Champions League Round of 16 match in north London.Eddie Keogh/Reuters Bayern Munich’s Toni Kross raises his … read more »

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2013 UEFA Champions League: AC Milan v Barcelona Preview

February 19, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

AC Milan will need to continue this year’s good form if they are to have any chance of defeating their UEFA Champions League nemesis, Barcelona. Milan are on a six-game unbeaten run, including four wins but head coach Massimiliano Allegri … read more »

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Drogba Back With A Bang… After Nations Cup Flop

February 16, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

By Gowon Akpodonor, who was in Jo’burg HE stormed the dressing room of the Super Eagles looking cheerful despite his team’s unexpected elimination in the quarterfinal. His teammates, many of them looking dejected and frustrated, had to wait inside the … read more »

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UEFA Champions League 2013: Real Madrid 1 – 1 Manchester United Live!

February 13, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

90 +4 Second Half ends, Real Madrid 1, Manchester United 1. 90 +3 Corner, Manchester United. Conceded by Diego López. 90 +3 Attempt saved. Robin van Persie (Manchester United) left footed shot from the left side of the box is … read more »

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UEFA Champions League 2013: No bigger clash in Europe than between his Man United side and Madrid

February 13, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Sir Alex Ferguson believes there is no bigger clash in Europe than between his Manchester United side and Real Madrid. Wednesday’s UEFA Champions League last-16 first leg tie pits two teams who have won the competition 12 times between them. … read more »

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UEFA Champions League 2013: Real Madrid v Manchester United Preview

February 12, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

As a football-enjoying public, we can all thank Borussia Dortmund for their fantastic performances in the group stage of the UEFA Champions League. Without them, Real Madrid would not have finished second in their group, and without that, it wouldn’t … read more »

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UEFA Champions League 2013: Celtic v Juventus Preview

February 12, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

By STEPHEN HALLIDAY WHEN Neil Lennon sends his team into Champions League last 16 combat tonight, he will do so under the UK-wide gaze of a terrestrial television audience. The irony of Celtic’s highest profile match for five years being … read more »

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2013 UEFA Champions League: Beckham, Anelka, Drogba return for knockouts

February 8, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Former winners David Beckham, Nicolas Anelka, Wesley Sneijder and Didier Drogba are among 39 players newly registered in squads named by clubs for the knockout phase. The UEFA Champions League round of 16 contenders have finalised their squad changes for … 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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2013 UEFA Champions League: Injured Xavi targets Milan return

February 5, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

After pulling out of Spain’s squad for the friendly against Uruguay, midfielder Xavi Hernández faces a race against time to be fit for FC Barcelona’s round of 16 encounter with AC Mila. FC Barcelona midfielder Xavi Hernández is expected to … read more »

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Chelsea Obi Mikel: The best Nigerian footballer of 2012

January 8, 2013 by IndepthAfrica

Goal.com Nigeria fans have voted for Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel as the best Nigerian footballer of 2012. Mikel polled 36.82 per cent of votes cast to edge out Chelsea team mate Victor Moses to second place. Moses earned 26.35 … read more »

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2012-13 Champions League Ronaldo with Madrid returns to United

December 20, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Cristiano Ronaldo will return with nine-times winners Real Madrid to Manchester United, where he developed into one of the world’s greatest forwards, and Lionel Messi’s Barcelona take on AC Milan in the Champions League last 16. Bayern Munich, last season’s … read more »

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2012/13 UEFA Champions League: Chelsea vs. Shakhtar Donetsk Preview

October 22, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Beating Shakhtar Donetsk lately has proven to be nearly impossible for its opponents in all competitions. Claudio Villa/Getty Images Chelsea and Shakhtar Donetsk, the two clubs sitting atop Group E, meet in Donetsk on Tuesday in what certainly promises to … read more »

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2012/13 UEFA Champions League: FC Barcelona vs Celtic Preview

October 22, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

A preview of tomorrow’s UEFA Champions League group stage match between FC Barcelona and Celtic. Can the Blaugrana make it three wins from three, or will Celtic be able to shock the world? Read our preview to find out. FC … 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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“When Madrid plays Barcelona, the world stops,” Says Mourinho

October 5, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho believes his side’s El Clasico fixture with Barcelona is the biggest game in the world. The Spanish champions have not enjoyed the best start to their campaign and enter the first Clasico of the league … read more »

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