Published
3/14/2010 7:29:15 PM
by
Shane Barrow
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soccermogul
David Beckham ruptured his achilles tendon Sunday in a Serie A match and will miss the 2010 World Cup. The injury came in the second half of the AC Milan - Chievo game. David Beckham received a ball in the midfield and turned with it under no pressure. After a little hop Beckham passed the ball off and immediately showed discomfort. He signaled to the sideline and hopped off the field for examination.
AC Milan coach Leonardo said afterwards, "David understood immediately that he had torn his Achilles tendon. When the tendon breaks, everything comes away and the muscle starts to rise. I felt great pity for him. This injury has been a heavy blow for him and for us. Unfortunately the party is ruined."
AC Milan have revealed that Beckham is set to fly to Finland on Monday for an operation to repair the achilles problem. His parent club, LA Galaxy of the MLS, are understood to be awaiting further news on the incident before issuing a statement on his future. The bottom line is that this could be career threatening and not just an eight month injury.
Published
4/27/2012
by
Roberto Garcia
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soccermogul
A terrible end to a terrible run for Barcelona as their coach Pep Guardiola is stepping down citing a need to rest.
Published
4/25/2012
by
Shane Barrow
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soccermogul
Bayern Munich became the first team to advance to a Champions League final it is hosting, beating Real Madrid 3-1 on penalty kicks Wednesday night.
Published
4/24/2012
by
William Montero
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A stunning rally and a stunning result on Tuesday as Chelsea went to Spain lost John Terry to a red card and rallied to eliminate Barcelona.
Published
4/21/2012
by
William Montero
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soccermogul
Cristiano Ronaldo finally got a word in his rivalry with Lionel Messi as he scored the winner in Real Madrid's 2-1 win over Barcelona.
Published
4/18/2012
by
Roberto Garcia
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soccermogul
Chelsea struck on a late first half counter and held on to beat Barcelona 1-0 in the opening leg of the Champions League semifinals.