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.

Chelsea Seeking Replacement of Bosingwa

Chelsea continued to plan to strengthen his squad for next season by bringing in new players. Now, Roberto Di Matteo's side was reportedly seriously eyeing one of the young Marseille defender, Cesar Azpilicueta.
 

If the plan is successful, it will become the fourth player Cesar brought in Chelsea this summer. Spaniard reportedly offered $ 8 million Euro by "The Blues".

"Chelsea have a serious approach to Cesar Azpilicuera," said President of Marseille, Vincent Labrune.

One reason Chelsea want to recruit Cesar is patch up the vacant post at right-back Jose Bosingwa after the left. Practically, the position now occupied only by Paulo Ferreira and Branislav Ivanovic.

Cesar began his career with Osasuna before anchored to France in 2010. 22-year-old player is credited with delivering Marseille won the French League Cup last season.

Oscar Will Flirt Neymar to Chelsea

The new Chelsea players from Brazil, Oscar, is expecting his close associates, Neymar, can play with him at Chelsea. Therefore, he will seduce Neymar to join "The Blues".
 

Both are currently defending the Brazilian national team in football branch of the London 2012 Olympics. Since last year, Neymar always rumored to be moving to Europe. However, Santos striker persisted. Finally, he said it would be to Europe around the year 2014. However, Oscar will do whatever he could to persuade him to Stamford Bridge.

"When we were in London, I was told Neymar about Chelsea's ambitions. When is he going to Europe, I was hoping to seduce him," said Oscar told The People.

Oscar is the result of assisted Brazilian club Sao Paulo who last played at Internacional. He bought Chelsea for 25 million pounds. Although different clubs, Oscar and Neymar close friends. Oscar Neymar also supports a move to Chelsea.

"When my agent told me that Chelsea are interested in, this is not just something that takes a long thought. Those European champions, but they still show a lot of ambition to improve the squad," said Oscar.

"To win the Champions League and still buy players like myself and Eden Hazard, it shows the ambition of the owner and manager. With the squad we have, I want to win the Premier League and Champions League. I know it's very difficult twice in a row. In fact, Barcelona could not. However, Chelsea have a great opportunity to come back to win it, "he added.

Prior to a career at Chelsea, he wanted to bring the Brazilian national team won Olympic gold in 2012. "Brazilian Football Federation have told us that they did not demand anything but gold. That's what we want to provide. Winning an Olympic gold medal would be very special to me," he said.

Aston Villa are interested in Japan Defender

Aston Villa reportedly aiming for Maya Yoshida. Thanks to the brilliant performances with Japan in the 2012 London Olympics, "The Villans" is planning to buy the Japan players.
 

This is expressed by Chairman VVV Venlo, Hai Breden.

"Maya appearance attracted the attention of Aston Villa, but ultimately the transfer of Ron Vlaar to reach an agreement," said sang the Dutch newspaper, De Telegraaf.

Yoshida is the name of Aston Villa reserve when Feyenoord reluctant to release Vlaar.

Cancellation of interest in Birmingham club could not make a huge opportunity to fight Yoshida at a higher level of competition to be closed.

"For the VVV and Maaya, is a perfect thing if he went to a bigger club," said Breden.

According to him, some English and German clubs have expressed interest in buying Yoshida.

In the 2012 Olympics, Yoshida become a central part of Japan qualified for the semifinals. In round eight, he had contributed one goal when "Samurai Blue" beat Egyptians three goals without reply on Saturday (08/04/2012).

Ferguson: Scholes is not replaceable

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson admitted difficulty in finding a replacement of Paul Scholes (37) and that's one reason to call Scholes back to playing.
 

Scholes retired in July 2011 and returned to play in January 2012. Initially, Scholes is only asked to help until the end of last season, but in May last, he signed a new contract is valid until June 30, 2013.

"A year ago, he was my reserve team coach. Now, he returns to play and everyone is tied with Manchester United is very excited because he is a fantastic player," Ferguson said.

"For too long, efforts to replace Paul is a different matter. It would be very difficult to find a replacement. Looking for a replacement of a player like him is difficult for anyone," he added.

Ferdinand denies charge of racist

Defender Manchester United (MU), Rio Ferdinand, denied the the FA charge related his "Black Ice" comments which made ​​on a Twitter account.

"Manchester United's center back Rio Ferdinand, today, Thursday (02/08/2012), denied the charges associated with his comments made on Twitter," said FA.

"The allegation is the players had acted in an inappropriate way and break the image of football by writing comments that offend ethnic origin, creed, or race."

The issue of "Black Ice" is begin from the cases of racial harassment, allegedly Chelsea defender John Terry, to the defender Queens Park Rangers (QPR), Anton Ferdinand, on October 23, 2011. Terry declared not guilty by Westminster Magistrates' Court on July 13, 2012.

One of the reasons the court is the testimony of fellow of Terry in Chelsea, Ashley Cole. Cole said that Terry was not a racist.

Several days later, someone wrote "Black Ice" in Twitter account, which allegedly addressed to Cole.

Ferdinand responded by writing, "I hear you guys. Ice Chocolate is a classic."

According to Sky Sports, the term "Black Ice" means "black inside, white outside," and refers to Cole's statement in court.

Ron Vlaar to Aston Villa

Aston Villa successful purchase of Dutch players, Ron Vlaar. He came from Feyenoord Rotterdam and get an official three-year contract.
 

Villa had been trying hard to get Vlaar since some time ago. However, the new Friday (7/27/2012), "The Villans" announced it has agreed personally with the players, after passing a medical. Aston Villa pay 3 million to Feyenoord and Vlaar officially became the fourth player who came to Villa Park this season.

"I hope to follow in the footsteps of the great players like Paul McGrath Villa, Olof Mellberg, Martin Laursen and. Gait they are very good at this club," said Vlaar official website Villa, Sky Sports reported on Wednesday (08/01/2012) . The 27-year-old man was admitted to spend all his best to his new club.

"But, it all will not matter if I do by myself. I also need the help of teammates and of course the fans that are equally important. With hard work together, we will be able to achieve our goals," said Vlaar.

Defender squad members' De Oranje 'in Euro 2012's official costumed "The Villans' season right after the arrival of James Collins from West Ham United.

"I hope my relationship with Villa fans to be like the time at Feyenoord. During his seven years at the club, my relationship is very good and the fans," said Vlaar again.

City Chase Higuain After Failed Get van Persie

Daily Mail reported, Manchester City are planning to buy Real Madrid striker Gonzalo Higuain. The plan is an alternative step if the City fails to bring Arsenal striker Robin van Persie.
 

Not easy for the City to get Van Persie, considering they have to compete with Juventus and Manchester United. Van Persie is also rumored to have signed a contract with Juve.

City looked Higuain as the right choice to replace Van Persie. "The Citizens", as reported by the Daily Mail, ready to bid for 35 million pounds to Real Madrid for Higuain.

If Higuain actually landed at Etihad Stadium, the 24 year old striker will join with colleagues in the Argentina national team Sergio Aguero and Carlos Tevez. This will facilitate Higuain to adapt to English football.