Simeone tips Dortmund for Euro title Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone has tipped Borussia Dortmund to win the Champions League.
BVB are a long way off the pace in the Bundesliga, but the Argentine fancies Jurgen Klopp's side's chances in Europe.
"I think Dortmund will win the Champions League," the 42-year-old coach told Marca.
The former Inter midfielder signed a contract to keep him in the Spanish capital until 2017 and says that he intends to stick around for the long term.
"I have renewed because I'm crazy. I've renewed hope. The contract is four years becau
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Category: News Views: 858 Added: SkyDate: 23.03.2013 - 00:38
Snow postpones Northern Ireland match Northern Ireland's World Cup qualifier against Russia has been postponed due to heavy snow.
The clash was due to take place on Friday night but has been moved to 3pm on Saturday instead after both country's Football Associations agreed that the match could not go ahead as initially planned.
The Irish FA tweeted: "The game against Russia has been postponed by the match officials. After agreement between both FAs, the game will be played tomorrow, 3pm."
Category: News Views: 751 Added: SkyDate: 23.03.2013 - 00:34
World Cup: Israel 3:3 Portugal Bruno Alves headed Paulo Bento's side in front after two minutes, but the hosts continued to press and drew level through Tomer Hemed before Eden Ben Basat fired Israel in front.
The hosts doubled their advantage in the 70th minute when Rami Gershon headed past Rui Patricio.
Portugal pulled a goal back through Helder Postiga two minutes later before Fabio Coentrao's last-gasp equaliser saw the teams share the spoils.
Category: News Views: 772 Added: SkyDate: 22.03.2013 - 23:38
Clasie open to Fiorentina move Jordy Clasie's agent Wessel Weezenberg says the Feyenoord midfielder would be interested in a move to Fiorentina under the right circumstances.
Feyenoord sporting director Martin van Geel confirmed earlier this week the Serie A outfit have tabled an official offer for the Netherlands international.
Weezenberg said Fiorentina were an interesting option for 21-year-old Clasie.
"Fiorentina have a serious project going on and we want to give it a good listen," Weezenberg told Algemeen Dagblad.
Category: News Views: 849 Added: SkyDate: 22.03.2013 - 23:34
Santon would consider AC Milan move Newcastle defender Davide Santon admits he would seriously think about leaving the club if AC Milan made a move for him.
Having played at the San Siro before, for fierce rivals Inter, the Italian would be happy to return with AC Milan as he has supported them since childhood.
The 22-year-old says with his fiancee expecting their first baby, he is happy to be living in England and playing for Newcastle.
"I'm really happy in Newcastle. I like the city, the club and the atmosphere," Santon told Gazzetta dello Sport. "I'm also engaged to Chloe and we're expecting a baby in May.
Category: News Views: 787 Added: SkyDate: 22.03.2013 - 23:31
Buffon lauds ´superb´ Balotelli Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon had nothing but praise for Mario Balotelli's performance in Thursday's 2-2 friendly draw against Brazil.
Cesare Prandelli's men fell two goals behind before the break, but a second-half strike from the 22-year-old helped them to a share of the spoils.
Buffon was impressed by Balotelli's positive attitude as well as his fine goal.
"Balotelli was superb. I would also have said that if he hadn't scored the equaliser," Buffon told reporters.
"The way he sacrificed himself for the team and worked v
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Category: News Views: 794 Added: SkyDate: 22.03.2013 - 23:29
Lloris eyes early goal against Georgia France goalkeeper Hugo Lloris hopes an early goal will help his side overcome Georgia in their World Cup qualifier on Friday.
The Tottenham man realises his side approach the match as favourites, but insists Temuri Ketsbaia's men should not be underestimated.
"On paper, we are the favourites to win this game, but we will have to confirm our status on the pitch," Lloris told RMC.
"It would be a huge help if we score an early goal. They will keep a lot of men behind the ball and stay organised.
Category: News Views: 808 Added: SkyDate: 22.03.2013 - 23:08
