Torres: Liverpool Inspiration
(Soccer365.com) Fernando Torres has revealed that Rafael Benitez and Steven Gerrard inspired him to his sensational debut Premier League season with Liverpool.
July 06, 2008
June 29, 2008
Spain Claims European Crown
Fernando Torres struck the only goal of the game as Spain ended their 44-year wait for a major international trophy by beating Germany in the Euro 2008 final in Vienna.
June 25, 2008
Lahm Fires Germany Into Final
(Soccer365.com) Philipp Lahm fired a last minute winner to give Germany a 3-2 victory over Turkey in a thrilling Euro 2008 semi-final in Basel.
Spain vs Russia Preview
(Soccer365.com) Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas expects a far sterner test from Russia when they meet in the Euro 2008 semi-finals on Thursday in Vienna.
Arshavin Eager For Barcelona Move
(Soccer365.com) Russian ace Andrei Arshavin has revealed he is determined to join Spanish giants Real Madrid.
June 24, 2008
Germany - Turkey Preview
(Soccer365.com) Germany midfielder Torsten Frings may make an inspirational return in the Euro 2008 semi-finals against an injury-riddled Turkey side in Basel despite cracking rib.
Advokaat Realistic About Arshavin
(Soccer365.com) Zenit st Petersburg manager Dick Advokaat says any club in Europe would be lucky to have star Russia striker Andrei Arshavin on their books.
June 23, 2008
Aragones Thrilled With Spain
(Soccer365.com) Spain boss Luis Aragones is thrilled with his side's performance at Euro 2008 thus far, especially after they sent world champions Italy packing in the quarter finals on Sunday.
June 22, 2008
David Villa: Past Doesn't Matter For Spain
(Soccer365.com) David Villa insists Spain will not be haunted by past ghosts when they face world champions Italy in the last Euro 2008 quarter-final in Vienna on Sunday.
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June 21, 2008
Russia Break Dutch Hearts
(Soccer365.com) The Netherlands were left ruing missed chances as surprise package Russia booked their place in the Euro 2008 semi-finals with a well-deserved 3-1 win at St Jakob Park on Saturday.
June 20, 2008
Early Exit leaves Portugal with much to ponder
(Soccer365.com's Martin North) Four summers ago, Jose Mourinho traded his Portuguese employers for greater challenges at Stamford Bridge. Fresh from Champions League success and brimming with confidence, he immediately set about his task of quenching Roman Abramovich’s insatiable thirst for silverware. Now, Luiz Felipe Scolari will embark on the same journey, but under entirely different circumstances.
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Soccer 365 Euro Stock Market
(Soccer365.com) After a slow start, Euro 2008 has started to provide the sort of drama that we all hoped for. The hosts and holders have made an early exit, but the tragedy and elation will heighten for the remaining players as we reach the higher climbs of the tournament. With the Group Stages consigned to the history books, Soccer365’s Martin North takes stock of the storylines so far.
June 19, 2008
Germany Rock Portugal In Thriller
(Soccer365.com) Bastian Schweinsteiger set-up two goals and scored another as three time European Championship winners Germany shocked Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal 3-2 in a pulsating Euro 2008 quarter-final in Basel.
Thierry Henry Can't Quit France
(Soccer365.com) France striker Thierry Henry has admitted he considered giving up international football after France's Euro 2008 exit, but has since changed his mind on the matter.
June 18, 2008
Italy Tops France in Battle of Aging Heavyweights
(Soccer365's Martin North) France and Italy must be sick of each other. Eight years ago, France prevailed when they met in the final of Euro 2000. Six years later, Italy had the ultimate revenge in Berlin.
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June 17, 2008
Holland Cruise Through Group of Death
(Soccer365.com) Holland made easy work of the Group of Death completing their sweep with a 2-0 win over Romania at the Stade de Suisse on Tuesday. Klaas-Jan Huntelaar and Robin van Persie each scored in the second half.
June 16, 2008
Ballack Sends Germany Through
(Soccer365.com) Captain Michael Ballack secured Germany’s place in the Euro 2008 quarterfinals with a superb free-kick in the 1-0 win over co-hosts Austria on Monday. The pre-tournament favorites will face Group A winners Portugal in Basel on Thursday.
June 15, 2008
Turkey Advances with Classic Comeback
(Soccer365.com) Nihat Kahveci scored twice in a dramatic final four minutes to earn Turkey second spot in Group A and a quarter-final clash with Croatia as they beat the Czech Republic 3-2 in a Euro 2008 thriller in Geneva.
Ballack: Germany is Awake Now
(Soccer365.com) Germany captain Michael Ballack admits the defeat to Croatia was a wake-up call for his side as they look to make their mark on Euro 2008.
June 14, 2008
Last Gasp Spain Ices Sweden
(Soccer365.com) Group D Leaders Spain grabbed a last minute 2-1 win against Sweden after goals from David Villa and Liverpool ace Fernando Torres in Innsbruck to book a place in the knockout stages.
Domenech Blames Stars
(Soccer365.com) France coach Raymond Domenech has laid the blame for their 4-1 loss to Holland at the feet of his superstar players, saying they did not do their jobs.
June 13, 2008
Buffon Save Italy Euro Hopes
(Soccer365.com) Adrian Mutu scored a goal and missed a penalty as Romania held world champions Italy to a thrilling 1-1 Euro 2008 Group C draw in Zurich.
June 11, 2008
C.Ronaldo Overpowers Czechs
(Soccer365.com) Cristiano Ronaldo scored one and set up the others as Portugal beat Czech Republic 3-1 in Group A to edge towards the last eight of Euro 2008.
June 10, 2008
Ibrahimovic Sinks Greeks
(Soccer365.com) A wonderful strike from Zlatan Ibrahimovic set Sweden on the way to a 2-0 Euro 2008 Group D victory over defending champions Greece.
David Villa Hat-tricks Russia
(Soccer365.com) A hat-trick from David Villa helped Spain to open their Euro 2008 Group D campaign in style, beating Russia 4-1 in Innsbruck.
Group Of Death Breathes Life into EURO2008
(Soccer365.com - Martin North) Holland produced a display that harkened back to the Golden Age and left Italy needing a mini-renaissance if they’re to make the quarter-finals.
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Italians Thumped By Dutch Explosion
(Soccer365.com) World champions Italy suffered a calamitous start to their Euro 2008 campaign as they succumbed to a 3-0 defeat against an impressive Holland in their Group C opener in Bern.
June 09, 2008
France Held By Solid Romania
(Soccer365.com) France lacked the guile to break down an obdurate Romania side as a turgid Group C opener in Zurich finished goalless.
EURO 2008 Opening Weekend: Rough Justice
Soccer365's Martin North checks in after Euro 2008's opening weekend that saw the favorites win while the tournament's entertaining hosts suffered.
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June 08, 2008
Podolski Double Downs Poland
(Soccer365.com) A goal in each half from Polish-born Lukas Podolski was enough for pre-tournament favorites Germany to defeat Poland 2-0 in Euro 2008 Group B.
Swiss Frei Ruled Out Of Tourney
(Soccer365.com) Switzerland captain Alexander Frei will miss the rest of Euro 2008, the national team doctor has confirmed.
Early Modric PK is Enough for Croatia
(Soccer365.com) Luka Modric's early penalty gave Croatia a hard-earned 1-0 victory over co-hosts Austria in the opening Euro 2008 Group B match in Vienna.
June 06, 2008
The Long And Short Of Euro 2008
Special from Soccer365: Martin North's comprehensive EURO2008 forecast.
Cesc Fabregas Feeling the Pressure
(Soccer365.com) Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas is in no doubt Spain have the quality to do "something special" at Euro 2008, but warned against adding extra pressure from the country's "obsession" with success for the national team.
Mourinho Rues England Absence
(Soccer365.com) Jose Mourinho believes the absence of England's players and supporters is to the detriment of Euro 2008 - and has backed Spain to take full advantage.
Van Persie Predicts Oranje Crush
(Soccer365.com) Arsenal striker Robin van Persie insists Holland can make a major impact at Euro 2008, despite being drawn in the "Group of Death".
December 03, 2007
Van Der Sar Hails 'Fantastic' Draw
(Soccer365.com) Holland goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar is not concerned at playing in Euro 2008's "Group of Death", instead describing the games as "fantastic."
December 02, 2007
France, Italy, Holland in Group of Death
(Soccer365.com) World Cup winners Italy and two-time European champions France were plunged into a fearsome 'Group of Death' when the draw for the Euro 2008 finals was made in Lucerne.
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November 21, 2007
England Fail to Quality for EURO 2008
England fell 2-3 to Croatia at home in Wembley, failing to secure the point needed for qualify for the European Championships next year.
November 20, 2007
No Italy Return For Totti
(Soccer365.com) Roma captain Francesco Totti has ruled out a return to international football despite Italy qualifying for the finals of Euro 2008.
Gerrard: Time For England To Deliver
(Soccer365.com) Steven Gerrard has told his England team-mates it is "time to deliver" as they prepare for Wednesday night's make-or-break Euro 2008 qualifier against Croatia.
November 18, 2007
Croatia would be happy with Wembley draw
LONDON, Nov 18 (Reuters) - Croatia coach Slaven Bilic said his team would be happy with a draw against England at Wembley on Wednesday, a result that would send the home side to Euro 2008 alongside their opponents.
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November 17, 2007
Donadoni hails Italy's fantastic achievement
GLASGOW, Nov 17 (Reuters) - Italy coach Roberto Donadoni said securing qualification for Euro 2008 with a last-gasp 2-1 victory in Scotland on Saturday was a fantastic achievement.
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October 17, 2007
Moscow Misery For England
(Soccer365.com) Wayne Rooney scored but then gave away a harsh penalty as England lost 2-1 in Russia to lose their advantage in Euro 2008 qualifying Group E.
September 13, 2007
Owen Hails 'Great Few Days'
(Soccer365.com) Michael Owen believes England blew Russia away tonight after taking his international goal tally to 40 in a 3-0 win at Wembley.
September 12, 2007
Scotland Claim Famous Paris Win
(Soccer365.com) Scotland took a giant step towards qualifying for the 2008 European Championships with an amazing 1-0 win over France in the Parc des Princes.
June 07, 2007
Owen's Pride At Passing Landmark
(Soccer365.com) - Michael Owen has revealed his pride at breaking his hero Gary Lineker's record to become England's highest goalscorer in competitive matches.
June 06, 2007
Euro2008 Qualifying Roundup
Results from qualifying matches for the 2008 European championships on Wednesday.
June 04, 2007
Inzaghi Revelling In Recent Success
(Soccer365.com) - Filippo Inzaghi has enjoyed some good times during his career but at no time has he felt as good as he does now after leading AC Milan to Champions League glory and scoring twice for Italy on Saturday.
June 01, 2007
Fit Again Owen's Going For Goals
(Soccer365.com) - Michael Owen has no doubt he is the man to fire England into Euro 2008.
Lehmann: I'm Still Number One
(Soccer365.com) - Germany goalkeeper Jens Lehmann has laid down the gauntlet to his rivals for the position by saying they will have to fight him for his place.
May 31, 2007
Ronaldinho Relishing Beckham Tussle
(Goal.com) - Barcelona star Ronaldinho is keen to take on Real Madrid's David Beckham when England and Brazil meet at Wembley tomorrow.
May 30, 2007
Giggs To Retire From International Football
(Goal.com) - Wales captain Ryan Giggs will announce his retirement from international football later today.
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May 29, 2007
Azzurri Want Nesta To Return
(Soccer365.com) - Italy coach Roberto Donadoni is hoping he can persuade AC Milan defender Alessandro Nesta not to give up on the national team.
May 25, 2007
Ruud Makes Peace With Coach
(Soccer365.com) - Ruud van Nistelrooy is available again for selection for Holland after making peace with Oranje coach Marco van Basten.
April 18, 2007
Ukraine And Poland Host Euro 2012
(Soccer365.com) - Poland and Ukraine have won the race to host the European Championship in 2012 after beating off bids from Italy and Croatia/Hungary.
April 17, 2007
Van Bommel Blasts Dutch Coach
(Soccer365.com) - Bayern Munich midfielder Mark van Bommel has hit out at Holland coach Marco van Basten for selecting certain players regardless of how well they are playing.
March 28, 2007
Giggs Promises Big Improvement
(Goal.com) - Wales captain Ryan Giggs has promised fans they will see John Tohack''s team to respond to Saturday's disappointing Euro 2008 qualifying defeat at Dublin's Croke Park with a convincing victory over San Marino tonight.
Wrist Injury Sidelines Lampard
(Goal.com) - Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard has been ruled out of tonight's England Euro 2008 qualifier with Andorra after breaking his wrist in training.
Italy tries to slow streaking Scotland
San Nicola, Italy (Sports Network) - The defending World Cup champions did not get off to a great start in qualifying for Euro 2008, earning just one point from two games. However, Italy has won its last two matches and faces a surprising Scotland team on Wednesday that is tied atop Group B with France.
March 26, 2007
'An Absolute Load Of Rubbish' - McClaren
(Goal.com) - England manager Steve McClaren has dismissed reports suggesting that he had been involved in a row with Wayne Rooney after the goalless draw with Israel - and that he had fallen out with his assistant, Terry Venables.
Continue reading "'An Absolute Load Of Rubbish' - McClaren" »
No Negative Thinking, Insists Terry
(Goal.com) - England captain John Terry has warned that his team should not be thinking negatively despite their bleak position in their Euro 2008 group.
March 24, 2007
Kuranyi's double keeps Germany on top
Prague, Czech Republic (Sports Network) - Kevin Kuranyi scored twice to lead Germany to an important 2-1 win over the Czech Republic on Saturday in a EURO 2008 Group D qualifier.
March 23, 2007
Euro2008 Qualifying Resumes Saturday
Nearing the midpoint in Euro2008 qualifying, Portugal, England, and Spain all need to pick up points in their matches this weekend. Meanwhile group leaders Germany and Czech Republic meet for sole control of Group D.
March 19, 2007
Donadoni Calls-up Tonetto And Quagliarella
(Goal.com) - The Roma and Sampdoria players won their first cap with the Italian national side as Roberto Donadoni announced on Sunday the players called up for the Euro 2008 match against Scotland which will be played at the 'San Nicola' stadium of Bari in program on the 28th of March.
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March 16, 2007
Beckham: Always Available For England
(Goal.com) - David Beckham has declared that he would ‘walk back’ from the United States in order to play for England.
February 28, 2007
Blatter Cool On European World Cup in 2018
(Goal.com) - FIFA's president, Sepp Blatter, warned during meetings in London today that there were no guarantees that the 2018 World Cup would be held in Europe, so raising question-marks about England's hopes of hosting that particular tournament.
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February 15, 2007
Beckham Never Out Of England Reckoning - McClaren
(Goal.com) - Beleaguered Steve McClaren has suggested that the likes of David Beckham, Sol Campbell and David James will not be out of reckoning for England unless they retire from football.
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February 06, 2007
Domenech Praises Argentina And Preps ‘Trezgol’
(Goal.com) - France’s idiosyncratic Coach Raymond Domenech – a fan of using various esoteric prediction methods to choose his squad – has praised Argentina’s new Coach, Alfio Basile, and also gave Davis Trezeguet a big vote of confidence before the Juve man faces ‘his’ Argentina.
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January 24, 2007
England Set To Play In Barcelona
(Goal.com) - England will take on Andorra in Barcelona after UEFA insisted that the Euro 2008 qualifier be switched on security grounds.
January 09, 2007
FIFA Report Slams Time Wasters
(Soccer365.com) - A report from the FIFA Technical Committee has come down harshly on players that feigned injury to great effect during World Cup 2006.
December 22, 2006
Kahn: Germany Would’ve Won w/ Me
(Soccer365.com) - Mercurial Bayern Munich keeper Oliver Kahn has let it be known that Germany would have won World Cup 2006 had they started him in net.
December 11, 2006
Low Trumpets Mannschaft Future
(Soccer365.com) - With young payers like Phillip Lahm and Lukas Podolski leading the way, Germany boss Joachim Löw believes the national team are set for a new ‘golden generation’.
December 08, 2006
Mourinho Attracted By Italian Job
(Goal.com) - The current Chelsea coach would not mind taking up the Serie A challenge after his English adventure comes to an end.
November 15, 2006
Terry Says England Are Capable Of Adapting
(Goal.com) - England captain John Terry admitted that while the national team failed to get to grips with the 3-5-2 formation in their defeat by Croatia last month, it is a system they should be quite capable of playing effectively in future.
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November 01, 2006
Platini: Golden Ball Should Go To Italian
(Goal.com) - "It's time Lev Yashin had a worthy successor", the legendary triple Golden Ball winner said.
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October 19, 2006
Ruud Wants Into Olympic Side
(Soccer365.com) - Holland malcontent Ruud van Nistelrooy has informed the architect of the 2008 Olympic efforts that he wants to be one of the three overage players in the team.
October 13, 2006
International Football In Jeopardy - Uefa
(Goal.com) - Uefa have declared that international football will be destroyed if the Belgian club Charleroi win their "landmark" court case.
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October 12, 2006
Scolari Slams Portugal Immaturity
(Soccer365.com) - Portugal coach Luiz Felipe Scolari was not pleased after his side dropped a 2-1 Euro2008 qualifying decision at Poland on Wednesday night.
Keepers Close Ranks Around Robinson
(Goal.com) - Previous England goalkeepers like David Seaman (remember Ronaldinho in 2002?) and David "Calamity" James probably have a good idea of how Paul Robinson has been feeling since Croatia's second goal in England's 2-0 Euro 2008 qualifying defeat in Zagreb on Wednesday.
October 09, 2006
Oranje To Leave Van Persie At #9
(Soccer365.com) - With a selection crisis on his hands, Holland manager Marco van Basten has announced that he will keep regular winger Robin van Persie as the central forward when they tackle Euro2008 qualifying foe Albania on Wednesday.
Rooney Frustrated At Goal Drought
(Goal.com) - England coach McClaren admits the player's current bad moment of form with the national team: "But he remains a great player".
Lippi Backs Donadoni
(Goal.com) - "This group can still achieve big things, it's unthinkable that it won't work out with Donadoni."
Caldwell helps Scots stun France
Glasgow, Scotland (Sports Network) - Gary Caldwell's 67th minute goal lifted Scotland to a stunning 1-0 victory over France at Hampden Stadium in Euro 2008 Group B qualifying action.
October 05, 2006
Escudé Flushed With France Chance
(Soccer365.com) - Sevilla defender Julien Escudé knows inclusion can be fleeting, but says he is in France camp to give his all for the national team.
Bilic: England Were So Boring
(Goal.com) - Ahead of the Euro 2008 qualifier between Croatia and England next Wednesday, Croatia's manager Slaven Bilic described England's World Cup showing in the summer as "defensive and boring."
Donadoni Cracks Down On Disrespect
(Goal.com) - Besieged Azzurri boss Roberto Donadoni is fed up with the never-ending moans, whining and gloomy predictions of failure as Italy prepare for two key Euro2008 qualifiers against Ukraine and Georgia.
October 04, 2006
Aragones Intent On Beating Sweden
(Soccer365.com) - Spain manager Luis Aragones has placed priority #1 on defeating visitors Sweden in weekend Euro2008 qualifying.
Van Basten Wants To Draw Line Under Dispute
(Goal.com) - Holland coach Marco van Basten wants to end the ongoing talk about problems between himself and high-profile internationals Mark van Bommel and Ruud van Nistelrooy.
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October 03, 2006
Lippi: I Would Choose Spain To Coach Again
(Goal.com) - "I like the football that's played there."
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Reyes Injured, Out Of Euro Qualifiers
(Goal.com) - Real Madrid winger Jose Antonio Reyes has had to leave the Spanish national team camp due to a ruptured tendon.
Coupet Nearly Walked Out On Bleus
(Soccer365.com) - Lyon keeper Gregory Coupet has revealed that he almost turned his back on France after being shoved aside before World Cup 2006.
October 02, 2006
EA Sports FIFA Soccer '07 Ships!
(Soccer365.com) - The soccer season is finally underway as Electronic Arts announced that EA SPORTS™ FIFA Soccer 07 videogame shipped to stores throughout North America on October 3.
Donadoni: I Thought About Quitting
(Goal.com) - "Then I spoke with Petrucci and cleared everything up."
Morientes Rues No Raúl Call
(Goal.com) - Fernando Morientes has expressed his surprise by the way that Raúl was told that he was dropped from the Spain squad and believes that his own chances of a return are now slim.
September 20, 2006
Albelda: Aragones Not To Blame
(Soccer365.com) - Spain midfielder David Albelda believes the players are overly consumed by club affiliations, which he says cannot be blamed on coach Luis Aragones.
September 19, 2006
Totti Not Ready For Azzurri Yet
(Soccer365.com) - AS Roma manager Luciano Spalletti has revealed that midfielder Francesco Totti will not be available to Italy coach Roberto Donadoni for October’s EURO2008 qualifiers.
September 18, 2006
Donadoni: World Cup Stars Will Return
(Goal.com) - Italy coach Roberto Donadoni expects to welcome back a number of players who helped the Azzurri win the World Cup this summer.
September 07, 2006
Spain Standing Behind Aragonés
(Soccer365.com) - Despite a depressing 3-2 Euro2008 qualifying loss in Northern Ireland, leaders of the Spanish federation say they have no intention of jettisoning national team boss Luis Aragonés.
France Gets Vengeance in Qualifying
Paris, France (Sports Network) - Sidney Govou scored a pair of goals to lead France to a 3-1 victory against Italy on Wednesday in a European Championship qualifier.
September 06, 2006
Zlatan Apologizes For Rule Break
(Soccer365.com) - Sweden forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic has made an act of contrition after a lack of promptness compelled coach Lars Lagerback to send three key veterans home ahead of Wednesday’s Euro2008 qualifier.
August 24, 2006
Domenech Threatens Makalele Stink
(Soccer365.com) - France manager Raymond Domenech has recalled Chelsea ace Claude Makalele from international retirement, then hinted he would invoke a FIFA rule if the midfielder doesn’t wish to turn up.
