Di Matteo: Hazard is "Danger"

Chelsea coach, Roberto Di Matteo praised his player Eden Hazard which is the inspiration behind the success of his team beat Wigan Athletic 2-0 in their opening match in the Premier League 2012-2013 DW Stadium on Sunday (8/19/2012).

Hazard became an important actor of the goals from Branislav Ivanovic (2nd minute) and Frank Lampard (penalty 7th minutes).

With smart, Hazard send measurable feedback to Ivanovic. He immediately dribbled into the penalty box and fired a shot that makes the ball nestled into the middle of the goal.

While Lampard scored from the penalty spot created after Hazard was dropped by the defender Ivan Ramis.

"He showed all the qualities of talent on this day. Speed ​​and exceptional ability. He was able to work with his colleagues. He is a threat of harm (for opponents), and of course that's what we're looking for," said Di Matteo after the game.

In addition, the coach praised the host team, Wigan. "The Blues" failed to increase the coffers of the goal, although able to create two goals less than ten minutes. On the contrary, the Chelsea goal several times near collapse by the attacks made ​​by the team that built Roberto Martinez.

"Kudos for Wigan, they never give up and keep trying to get ahead. We should have scored the third goal that would make everything complete, but we were too comfortable (after winning two goals)," said Di Matteo.

Rogers: It's painful day

Liverpool coach, Brendan Rodgers,assessing his team look good and thus not worthy to suffer 0-3 defeat of West Bromwcich Albion (WBA), the Premier League match at The Hawthorns on Saturday (08/18/2012).
 

Hosts scored a goal Zoltan Gera (43), Peter Odemwingie (64, penalty), and Romelu Lukaku (77). It was not separated from the red card received by Liverpool defender Daniel Agger, for violating Shane Long in the penalty box in the 58th minute. Penalty was executed solely by Long, but it can be anticipated Pepe Reina.

WBA for a second penalty, referee Phil Dowd gave it because Martin Skrtel breaking Long.

According to the Premier League stats, Liverpool seven shots off accurately from 15 businesses, throughout the game. The WBA created eleven golden opportunity from 17 experiments.

"After the first few minutes, we gain control and rhythm games. Until they scored first goal, it seemed we were going to win," said Rodgers.

"But, with 10 people and left in a state, the situation becomes difficult."

Tottenham Hotspur Ban Luka Modric

Midfielder Luka Modric wants to leave Tottenham Hotspur. Real Madrid are ready to accept it, but negotiations stalled because of the high prices asked from Tottenham.
 

Modric was located in the uncertainty. While the transfer is not necessarily the case, Tottenham preparing for the new season without him, to strike him from the team's training program. Modric practice for themselves, until there is no certainty whether he go or stay at Tottenham.

"He was practicing his own because we decided to do that until he was ready to bounce back to the team. Important for him to understand that in the coming days he had to return to the team. We respect his ambition, but he must also respect the club," said coach Andre Villas-Boas.

According to Soccernet, Tottenham Modric will not take off for the price of under 45 million euros. Madrid itself is called will not pay more than 30 million euros.

"Until we receive a suitable offer for the player, he will not go. I do not know if that will happen, but my job is to make it back to focus on playing for this team. Important in the coming days he realized that he should be ready to play for us ," says Villas-Boas.

"The negotiations we had with a number of other clubs regarding the player, not what is desired in accordance with Tottenham. We respect the offer of Madrid and other interested clubs, but they also have to respect us," he said.

Carrick Will Forced As a Defender

Sir Alex Ferguson was not too dizzy to face the crisis of back line. Instead of buying a defender, he will pull back Michael Carrick as a defender. Though Carrick usually played as a midfielder.
 

In the match against Barcelona on Thursday (8/8/2012) in Sweden, 31-year-old player began to play as a central defender and is quite successful. Goalkeeper David De Gea was saved from being broken.

"(Chris) Smalling have sidelined for three months. Thus, the current area of major concern is center back. Michael Carrick playing smart in Sweden. Placed as a defender he is able to provide the pass-sweet and is able to pass the ball well. He really fantastic," said Fergie at the club's official website on Thursday (08/09/2012).

MU is currently experiencing a crisis center defender. Before the injury Smalling, Johnny Evans and Phil Jones have also ruled out with the same problem.

"Smalling should get out and I can not give you the latest news about Jones, because so far we have not found what became the leading cause of injury. In addition, Evans will not be ready to compete at the beginning of the season. Although not severe, but he will not be ready," said Sir Alex Ferguson.

Van Persie Join Manchester United Today

Robin van Persie transfer rumors erupted again, after the Arsenal midfielder is rumored to be in the city of Manchester to complete his contract with Manchester United (MU).
 

As reported by the official website of the "Red Devils" which also reported the newspaper Manchester Evening News, Van Persie will be anchored to the latest Old Trafford tonight. Manchester United and Arsenal rumored to have agreed on a transfer fee of 20 million pounds.

"Van Persie was in Manchester to sign a contract as soon as this evening (with United)," the newspaper said.

In addition to MU, Van Persie also previously been linked with Manchester City and Juventus. However, City coach, Roberto Mancini, and bring it more difficult claim to believe in the Edin Dzeko on the front lines.

Juve too. Although known as a strong candidate the winner of the hunt, "La Vecchia Signora" is rumored to despair, and choose to turn to Fiorentina player, Stevan Jovetic.

Van Persie contract expires on June 30, 2013. Van Persie and the Arsenal agreed to meet to discuss a new contract after Euro 2012. However, until now, Van Persie's statement came before the meeting with Arsenal.