Fergie set for 'big year' Sir Alex Ferguson has assured his squad they all have a part to play in what could be a "big year" for Manchester United.
With another meeting against Real Madrid looming next Tuesday, Ferguson knows he must get his team selection right at Old Trafford if United are to stand any chance of progressing to the quarter-finals.
That is bound to mean disappointment for some, as it did in the Bernabeu a fortnight ago.
On that occasion, skipper Nemanja Vidic headed a list of high-profile omissions, with neither Ashley Young nor Nani included either.
After watching Real hammer Barcelona in the Nou Camp last night in the first of back-to-back 'El Clasicos' prior to Jose Mouri
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Wayne Rooney signs copies of his new book in Manchester Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney spent hours signing copies of his new book in the North West the day after celebrating his 27th birthday.
The England international met hundreds of fans, who all received a personalised signed copy of My Decade in the Premier League, during a session in Selfridges in Manchester this week.
The majority of those in attendance were young football fans, who all clutched to a copy of the book, which details Rooney's prolific 10-year stint in the elite of English football.
Meanwhile, Rooney has since returned to preparing for this Sunday's battle against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Category: News Views: 844 Added: BetterDate: 27.02.2013 - 21:18
Irina Shayk IRINA Shayk parades her body after stripping down to her undies – to advertise shoes.
The Russian model is at her sizzling best in the stunning promos but is steering attention away from the footwear she’s plugging.
Irina fires piercing eyes at the camera as she perches on the floor in a cleavage-enhancing bra, knickers, sheer open shirt and a pair of peep-toe heels.
Her tousled locks cascade over her left shoulder as she crosses her legs and rests on her hands.
Category: News Views: 983 Added: BetterDate: 27.02.2013 - 21:09
Simpson: Newcastle can count on me Newcastle United defender Danny Simpson insists he will give his all for the club ahead of his departure in the summer.
The 26-year-old rejected the Magpies' most recent contract offer and is set to leave St James' Park on a free transfer at the end of the season.
However, the Englishman says his situation will not affect his ability to contribute as the
Tyneside club look to pull themselves away from a potential relegation battle.
"It's been a tough few months but I've got a good relationship with the manager. He knows my situation with the club," Simpson said.
The former Manchester United trainee also revealed that the faith shown in him by boss Alan Pardew is key to his continued commitment.
Category: News Views: 722 Added: SkyDate: 27.02.2013 - 17:48
Cup revenge on Bayern´s mind Javi Martinez has revealed Bayern Munich are gunning for revenge in Wednesday's DFB Pokal quarter-final against Borussia Dortmund.
The Bavarians were beaten 5-2 by their arch-rivals in last year's final cup, and they are determined to set the record straight at the Allianz Arena this time around.
"I saw highlights of last year's cup final on TV.
This rematch does have a little bit of a revenge feel to it. It's an additional boost to our motivation," Martinez told the club's official website.
"Obviously, the Bundesliga fixture in early December is still fresh in the memory, too. It was a good encounter and very intense.
"I'm expecting the same in the cup quarter-final, although there’s even more pres
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Category: News Views: 752 Added: SkyDate: 27.02.2013 - 17:44
Fabregas: Barca must learn from defeat Cesc Fabregas says that Barcelona must learn from their 3-1 Copa del Rey defeat against arch-rivals Real Madrid on Tuesday evening.
The Catalans recorded a favourable 1-1 draw at the Santiago Bernabeu in the first leg of the semi-final tie against Madrid, but they were brushed aside in the return fixture, with two Cristiano Ronaldo goals and a Raphael Varane header meaning Jordi Alba's late goal
was nothing more than a consolation.
"We have to learn from this defeat. We have to give more," Fabregas said after the match.
"We have to pick ourselves up, move forward and win on Saturday. The two most important titles are coming up and we have to move forward.
"The loss against Madrid has nothing to do with
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Reading join forces with Galatasaray Reading have announced a partnership with Turkish giants Galatasaray which includes joint scouting and the possibility of future friendlies.
After several months of discussions, starting at the end of 2012, the Royals sent their chief executive Nigel Howe and Director Chris Samuelson to Istanbul to finalise the deal this week.
The agreement means the Royals and the Super Lig leaders will share their respective knowledge of a wide range of areas, from training to youth player development to scouting, particularly in Africa.
"We are delighted to have signed this agreement and both clubs see this as a great opportunity," Howe told the club's official site.
"Working together with a club the size of Galatasaray
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Category: News Views: 879 Added: SkyDate: 27.02.2013 - 14:25
