STEVEN Lustica is Adelaide United's latest signing.
Lustica, 22, was granted a release from his contract at Croatian club Hajduk Split.
Adelaide officials this morning are set to confirm it had agreed to terms with the former Young Socceroo.
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
Afghanistan 2:0 India - Highlight - 11.09.2013
Afghanistan 2-0 India: Afghanistan win their first International title by beating India 2-0. India failed to complete a hattrick of South Asian titles as they were beaten 2-0 by Afghanistan in the SAFF Championship 2013 final in Kathmandu
Andre Villas-Boas: Tottenham won’t win Premier League title this season
Tottenham boss Andre Villas-Boas says Tottenham are unlikely to win the Premier League title this season despite spending £100million on new players.
Villas-Boas was allowed to splash the cash during the summer transfer window following the sale of Gareth Bale to Real Madrid, and he brought in seven new faces.
But despite bagging the likes of Roberto Soldado, Nacer Chadli, Erik Lamela, Etienne Capoue, Vlad Chiriches, Christian Eriksen and Paulinho, the Spurs manager has ruled out title talk.
Gareth Bale could make Real Madrid debut at left-back
Gareth Bale could be forced to make his much-hyped Real Madrid debut at left-back should Marcello and Fabio Coentrao fail to shake off injuries ahead of Saturday’s clash at Villarreal.
Brazilian Marcello missed his country’s 3-1 friendly victory over Portugal last night with a thigh problem, while Coentrao limped out in the same game, meaning Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti is facing the embarrassing prospect of using the world’s most expensive player as an emergency full-back.
Wayne Rooney set to make Manchester United return against Manchester City
Wayne Rooney is set to make a dramatic return to the Manchester United side for the crunch derby with Manchester City next week.
Rooney, who missed England’s World Cup qualifiers against Moldova and Ukraine, has been nursing a nasty head injury picked up in training before the international break.
But after returning to full training this week, the 28-year-old has been penciled in to return for the clash with City at the Etihad Stadium.
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
Zlatan Ibrahimovic: From teenage outcast to world great
Zlatan Ibrahimovic: you might have heard of him.
He is the footballer with the bad attitude and self-assured air of arrogance. He is the tall one who never plays well against English teams. He is the one who fights with team-mates and is a nightmare for his managers. And, oh yes, occasionally he finds a moment of genius.
Jordan stun Uzbekistan in penalty shootout to reach World Cup intercontinental play-off
Jordan's players celebrate their victory after a penalty series against Uzbekistan. Source: AP
JORDAN endured a floodlights failure and won a marathon penalty shoot-out 9-8 against Uzbekistan to reach an intercontinental play-off for next year's World Cup in dramatic fashion.
The nerveless visitors came back after conceding an early goal, leaving the scores at 1-1 at full-time, and then held firm despite an 18-minute delay when the lights went at Pakhtakor Stadium.
Netherlands and Italy are first UEFA sides to World Cup 2014, England draw with Ukraine
There was plenty of relief as England stay top of their group with a point in Ukraine. Source: Getty Images
ITALY and Netherlands are the first teams from Europe to qualify for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil.
The Netherlands became the first European nation to qualify after Louis van Gaal's team won 2-0 in Andorra thanks to a second-half brace from Manchester United striker Robin van Persie.
Roy Hodgson: England lacked ‘quality’ needed to take chances in Ukraine
Roy Hodgson bemoaned the lack of ‘quality’ as his side played out a 0-0 draw in Ukraine – but admits they got the job done.
The point gained in Kiev sees England go a point clear at the top of Group H, with Montenegro and Poland still to travel to Wembley in a bid to qualify for next summer’s World Cup in Rio.
Andorra 0-:2 Netherlands 10.09.2013 Goal Highlights Match Full
Andorra 0-2 Netherlands
World Cup Qualifiers 2014 Group D
Matchday 10
10.09.2013
Matchreplay
Robin VAN PERSIE (49')
Robin VAN PERSIE (53')
Faroe Islands 0:3 Germany - 10.09.2013 Goal Highlights
Faroe Islands 0:3 Germany - 10.09.2013 Goal Highlights
Frank Lampard watch: How England’s century-maker fared in Ukraine
As England took control of Group H with a 0-0 draw in Ukraine, Metro takes a look at how the visitors’ century-maker Frank Lampard got on in Kiev as he brought up his 100th cap.
Hundred club
England’s old head – a veteran at 35 – wants to go out on a high at the World Cup next year. But even if England qualify as group winners, and they should now, Lampard’s spot is under threat, with question marks over the Lampard-Steven Gerrard-Jack Wilshere axis in central midfield is working.
Italy 2:1 Czech Republic - 10.09.2013 Goal Highlights
Italy 2:1 Czech Republic - 10.09.2013 Goal Highlights
Chelsea’s Ramires keen to make Benfica return
Chelsea midfielder Ramires admits he would like to return to former club Benfica before the end of his career.
The Brazilian international moved to Stamford Bridge from the Portuguese side in 2010 and has been a largely impressive – although sometimes frustrating – performer for the Blues in that time.
Dele Adebola: Still playing for the love of the game
You know you've made it as a professional footballer when the fans of the team you're playing for make up a song in your honour.
In Dele Adebola's case, he was still a big, raw, young bruiser making his way in the game at Gresty Road when Crewe Alexandra's fans would taunt opposition defences with 'Dele's going to get you, Dele's going to get you'.
Minister puts Windsor Park funding on hold over IFA governance
Sports Minister Carál Ní Chuilín says she will not provide £26m funding for the redevelopment of Windsor Park until the IFA has "appropriate governance".
The IFA scrapped the requirement for suitability assessments for senior officials earlier this year.
"I need to be assured that appropriate governance and accountability structures have been maintained," said the minister in the Assembly.
"Until that happens, I can't sign off on any agreement."
The controversy centres on the appointment of Amateur League official David Martin as vice-president of the Irish Football Association.
Members of the IFA's council unanimously backed Martin for the position - even though he had been forced to resign from the same post three years ago and had subsequently failed a suitability test for senior office.
Martin's 2010 resignation was a result of his role in the unfair dismissal of Howard Wells as IFA chief executive, something which cost the association £500,000. The then president Raymond Kennedy also had to stand down.
"Any organisation that is in receipt of funding from government has an appropriate responsibility to ensure governance is upheld," the minister added.
"DCAL (Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure) is working with the IFA to review the implications of recent changes to their articles of association."
In a later statement the minster said: "We expect these matters can be resolved by the IFA expediently and to DCAL's satisfaction, thereby ensuring the redevelopment of Windsor Park remains on schedule."
The IFA responded by saying it welcomes the minister's comments and "looked forward to continuing to work with them (DCAL) to deliver all the benefits that a national stadium promises".
Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill said last week that it is vital the redevelopment of Windsor Park goes ahead without any delays.
Meanwhile, NI supporters groups have urged the IFA to ensure that government funding for the stadium is not put in jeopardy.
Martin is a long-serving officer of the Northern Amateur Football League which has 94 IFA-affiliated clubs.
He could be a candidate for the IFA presidency in 2015 when present incumbent Jim Shaw's five-year term is due to end.
The stadium redevelopment work will see two new stands at Windsor Park, plus the refurbishment of two others increasing the capacity from 12,000 to 18,000.
Also planned are new lights, under-pitch heating and drainage, a museum and conference facilities.
Peterborough United: 'The millionaire makers'
Two years ago Dwight Gayle was taking off with non-league Stansted. Now he is flying high in the Premier League.
A multi-million pound transfer, a four-year contract and a first top-flight goal for new club Crystal Palace - all 24 months after the Essex Senior League did not know what hit it when the Gayle hurricane swept in 57 goals in one season.
Gareth Bale and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain criticised by former England U21 manager Stuart Pearce
Stuart Pearce has hit out at Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Phil Jones after their England Under 21 no show for the summer’s Euro 2013 tournament and questioned Gareth Bale’s late withdrawal from his Team GB 2012 Olympic squad.
Fabio Borini: Paolo Di Canio swayed loan move to Sunderland
Sunderland forward Fabio Borini says the prospect of playing under Paolo Di Canio helped sway his decision to join on loan from Liverpool.
Barcelona’s Cristian Tello snubbed summer Liverpool switch
Barcelona youngster Cristian Tello has revealed he rejected advances from Liverpool this summer, instead opting to fight for his place at the Nou Camp.
Frank Lampard joins England’s 100 club: Five key matches in his international career
Frank Lampard always gives his all in an England shirt even though he hasn’t always been appreciated by supporters who, at one time, did not think he could play in the same team as Steven Gerrard. Here are five key moments in the Chelsea midfielder’s previous 99 matches for his country.
Santi Cazorla: I don’t understand why Real Madrid sold Mesut Ozil to Arsenal
Santi Cazorla is at a loss to understand why Real Madrid sold Mesut Ozil to Arsenal.
The German playmaker made a sensational £42.5million move to the Gunners on transfer deadline day, and Cazorla can’t comprehend what prompted the Spaniards to ship out the highly-rated 24-year-old.
Sir Alex Ferguson to get freedom of Trafford and road name honour
Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is to receive the freedom of the Borough of Trafford and have a road near Old Trafford named after him.
Retailer Harvey Norman to sponsor A-League's Friday night games
Harvey Norman will back the A-League's Friday night matches. Picture: Gregg Porteous Source: DailyTelegraph
FOOTBALL Federation Australia has achieved a major coup with the once iconic NRL sponsor Harvey Norman to back the new marquee Friday night A-League games.
Arsenal new boy Yaya Sanogo vows to ‘toughen up’ to be Premier League success
Arsenal summer signing Yaya Sanogo admits he will need to ‘toughen up’ to make the grade in the Premier League.
Russia U-21 3:1 Bulgaria U-21 Highlights 10.09.2013
Чемпионат Европы-2015. U-21. Россия - Болгария 3:1. Все голы.
Heung-Min Son snubbed Manchester United for impressive Bayer Leverkusen
Manchester United were knocked back by South Korea striker Heung-Min Son in the summer transfer window as German side Bayer Leverkusen made the ‘best impression’, according to reports.
Lances, Boa Esporte 0 x 0 Bragantino - Brasileirão Série B 09/09/2013
COM GOL MAL ANULADO DE KARANGA, BOA FICA NO 0 A 0 COM O BRAGANTINO
Martin Taylor & Joao Carlos Teixeira join Brentford on loan
Brentford have completed the loan signings of Sheffield Wednesday centre-back Martin Taylor and Liverpool midfielder Joao Carlos Teixeira.
Shinji Kagawa: Ask David Moyes why I am not playing for Manchester United at the moment
Shinji Kagawa has voiced his frustration at being left out in the cold by new Manchester United boss David Moyes, telling journalists to ask the Scot himself why he is not currently in the side
Steven Gerrard: Ukraine clash can be England’s Young Lions’ Germany moment
Steven Gerrard has urged England’s youngsters to use the World Cup qualifier against Ukraine to launch their international careers in the same way he did against Germany.
The Three Lions go into tonight’s crucial clash in Kiev under real pressure, but Gerrard insists the likes of James Milner, Jack Wilshere and Kyle Walker can use the occasion to propel themselves to new heights on the world stage.
Gael Clichy attracted by PSG and Monaco – but loves life at Manchester City
Manchester City’s Gael Clichy admits he would be tempted by a big-money return to France.
Qatar World Cup 2022: Top clubs 'open' to winter tournament
Europe's leading clubs have stated that they are "open" to the possibility of a winter World Cup in Qatar in 2022.
Mladen Petric: West Ham swoop for former Fulham striker
West Ham have completed the signing of former Fulham striker Mladen Petric on a deal until the end of the season.
Retailer Harvey Norman pays $3 million to sponsor A-League's Friday night games
Harvey Norman will back the A-League's Friday night matches. Picture: Gregg Porteous Source: DailyTelegraph
FOOTBALL Federation Australia has achieved a major coup with the once iconic NRL sponsor Harvey Norman to back the new marquee Friday night A-League games.
Berisha fit for Victory clash
Striker Besart Berisha (right) models the Roar's new kit with teammates Matt Smith (centre) and Shane Stefanutto. Picture: Glenn Barnes Source: CourierMail
BRISBANE roar striker Besart Berisha has declared himself fit to play in Saturday’s game against Melbourne Victory at North Ipswich Reserve.
After being relegated to the sidelines last weekend while the Roar beat the Mariners, Berisha said he was "feeling strong like never before".
England 100 club: Beckham, Gerrard, Cole, Shilton and more
England 100 club: Beckham, Gerrard,
Cole, Shilton and more
Brazilian physio Ramildo Fonseca receives death threats after goal-line clearance video goes viral
The physio at the centre of a huge footballing storm in Brazil has revealed he is receiving death threats and fears for the safety of his young family.
Ramildo Fonseca was on duty for Aparecidense in a last-16 Serie D play-off game on Sunday when he cleared a ball off the line not once, but twice to deny opponents Tupi a nailed on last gasp equaliser.
England fan attack ahead of Ukraine game in Kiev 'isolated'
An attack on England fans in Ukraine ahead ofTuesday's World Cup qualifier was "isolated", according to a Football Supporters' Federation official.
Three visiting supporters were taken to hospital and later released following a confrontation on Sunday at a Kiev bar.
Mladen Petric: West Ham swoop for former Fulham striker
West Ham have completed the signing of former Fulham striker Mladen Petric on a deal until the end of the season.
The 32-year-old Croatian has been without a club since leaving the Cottagers in the summer after his one-year contract expired, having scored five goals in 23 appearances for them.
Monday, September 9, 2013
In The Mixer: Val Migliaccio and Marco Monteverde's weekly A-League column
Australia defender Robert Cornthwaite's Tweet didn't quite go to plan. Source: AFP
A-LEAGUE club owners are pushing for the number of imports allowed at each club to remain at five.
Football Federation Australia wants to reduce the amount of foreigners in the competition next year.
The "three plus one" rule, in which four visa players are permitted provided one is from an Asian Football Confederation nation is an option being considered by FFA.
But the issue came up at a recent owners telephone hook-up and they won’t budge on five, particularly considering the Wanderers can currently have up to seven.
News Limited's David Davutovic runs the rule over Melbourne Heart, Sydney FC and Brisbane Roar
How is your club shaping up ahead of the A-League season? Source: FoxSports
IT'S a month until the A-League season kicks off and most clubs have at least one piece or two pieces of the jigsaw missing.
Today is day one of my three-day club-by-club previews, where I will analyse Melbourne Heart, Sydney FC and Brisbane Roar.
I expect all three clubs to challenge for the finals and all have spots left on their roster, so their final signings could impact significantly.
Below I’ve put together my strongest XI for the respective sides and fans can also see which teams have spots available for foreigners, with each club allowed five internationals in the squad (the Wanderers can again have six this season).
Join me from 12pm (EST) right here for a live A-League Q & A where I'll be here to answer all your questions.
Melbourne Heart sign former Leeds United, Leicester City and Socceroos defender Patrick Kisnorbo
Patrick Kisnorbo returns to Australia for a stint with Melbourne Heart. Source: AP
MELBOURNE Heart has signed former Leeds United and Leicester City defender Patrick Kisnorbo.
Capped 18 times by the Socceroos, Kisnorbo has signed a one-year deal with the Heart.
The 32-year-old forged a reputation as one of the English Championship’s most reliable defenders during eight years with Leicester then Leeds after initially moving to Scottish club Hearts.
FIFA president Sepp Blatter says awarding Qatar 2022 World Cup may have been a mistake
Sepp Blatter was candid about the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Source: AP
SEPP Blatter has admitted for the first time that FIFA made 'a mistake' when appointing Qatar as the host nation for the 2022 World Cup, says The Daily Mail.
The revelation came during an exclusive interview with Insideworldfootball.com on issues surrounding the two tournaments set to follow Brazil 2014.
In The Mixer: Val Migliaccio and Marco Monteverde's weekly A-League column
Australia defender Robert Cornthwaite's Tweet didn't quite go to plan. Source: JUNG YEON-JE / AFP
A-LEAGUE club owners are pushing for the number of imports allowed at each club to remain at five.
Football Federation Australia wants to reduce the amount of foreigners in the competition next year.
The "three plus one" rule, in which four visa players are permitted provided one is from an Asian Football Confederation nation is an option being considered by FFA.
But the issue came up at a recent owners telephone hook-up and they won’t budge on five, particularly considering the Wanderers can currently have up to seven.
49ers fan dead, Colts fans injured in Week 1 stadium accidents
Man killed in fall outside Candlestick Park, Broken railing injures two in Lucas Oil Stadium
Sporting News
SAN FRANCISCO—NFL opening day excitement was tarnished with the death of one fan who fell from a pedestrian overpass outside the big game in San Francisco, and injuries to two others from falls inside the Indianapolis stadium.
Early indications suggest 32-year-old Kevin Hayes of Hayward fell accidentally, San Francisco Police Chief Greg Suhr said.
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