Tuesday, February 9, 2010
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The fate of Arsenal in the Premier League title chase this season on the horns. The Gunners, Arsenal title-once again lost three points after a 0-2 defeat at Chelsea's Stamford Bridge Stadium yesterday morning.The defeat was made Cesc Fabregas et al behind nine points from Chelsea who returned memuncaki standings (58-49). Conditions forced Arsenal coach Arsene Wenger thinks realistically. He stated, Arsenal won the title chances this season is running low. "Our current position is not good. But we do not give up," said Wenger, as quoted by the Associated Press."We were not lucky, like against Manchester United (lost 1-3, Red). If a team loses, psychologically it is very influential on the next game. That is our misfortune," continued the man nicknamed The Professor's.Arsenal actually appear dominant. In the first half, they created several chances by Andrei Arshavin, Samir Nasri and Theo Walcott. However, tough defense as the Blues-Chelsea-Arsenal squad making the attack failed.In contrast, Chelsea successfully stealing two goals through quick counter-attack. Born first goal kick at close range by Didier Drogba in the eighth minute. He is using John Terry heading the right leads to Manuel Almunia's goal.Well, 15 minutes later, the same counter attack goal back for fruiting host. Frank Lampard dribel starting from the middle of the field, he went on the ball to Drogba. After swindle two Arsenal defenders, the Ivory Coast striker fired hard into the left side of Almunia's goal.The results are repeated as the first round of meetings ago. At that time, the Emirates, Chelsea 3-1 Arsenal humiliate. Two goals The Blues is the creation of Drogba.Wenger has a lot of reasons about his team's defeat this time. He accused the Chelsea playing negative football. Proven, besutan team coach Carlo Ancelotti was rarely take the initiative to attack. Wenger also mentions the Chelsea defender to stop the rough play Arsenal attack."We controlled the ball throughout the game, about 70 percent. We were always pressing their defense," said Wenger, as reported by the Independent."They are very experienced in the last. They dare to violate. But, they do so gently to avoid a yellow card. Experienced players are very good at making dirty tricks," continued the French trainer.Ancelotti insists that his team is winning thanks to excellent defense. "We have a high motivation for wanting to win the crown of the Premier League and other trophies. That is the only key to our victory, not the other," said the Italian man told AFP."Our defense was fantastic. We try to print more scores, but sometimes the defense is more important," he continued.Ancelotti praises Chelsea captain John Terry who look good. "John (Terry) showed the positive attitude that is very helpful when we had to face a dangerous attack Arsenal. Football is not just attacking. Football is a combination of attack, defense, and the final result. Viewed from the three sectors, we deserve to win, "exclaimed the former AC Milan coach was
Saturday, February 6, 2010
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Had stumbled on board the Premier League, Liverpool are now starting step consistent. Slowly but surely, they approached the four major zones. Opportunities that would more if the Reds - Liverpool nickname - successfully pick three points in the Merseyside derby against Everton at Anfield Stadium tonight (ESPN Live at 19:45 GMT).Currently Liverpool only one point adrift of Tottenham Hotspur in the fourth position with 42 points. With continued consistent performance, Steven Gerrard et al have a great chance to break boards.In fact, Liverpool could penetrate four major this week if the win over Everton in the fight while others Tottenham failed to win over Aston Villa.Liverpool's task is not easy. Moreover, they lost some important players such as Fernando Torres, Yossi Benayoun, and Glen Johnson. However, Liverpool could get a good result and a record three clean sheets in successive action."I am very pleased that we passed through six games undefeated. Really good. We continue to grow. You can see all the hard work and we maintain this momentum," said Rafael Benitez, Liverpool architect, as quoted Sportbox.Other disorders linked to rumors of Benitez to Juventus did not affect the team performance. The concentration of penggawa Liverpool stay on the field.Only, it will not be easy for Liverpool to stifle Everton. If Liverpool recorded six games undefeated, Everton have not even beaten in the last nine games in the Premier League.As with Liverpool, Everton also recorded three clean sheets in the last fight. However, the last time Everton were defeated by Liverpool in the first round derby this season. The Toffees - Everton nickname - surrendered 0-2 to the Reds on 29 November.Derby late tonight, the penggawa Everton hope to offer a victory for coach David Moyes who will fight to melakoni-600. "We'll see what happens. Who knows?" Moyes said.Throughout history the two teams meeting, Liverpool were more dominant. The Reds won 69 times. Meanwhile, Everton won the fight 56. Total, the two teams have clashed in a match in 181 Premier League stage."It's a big party and we realized we were playing at home and get great support from fans. Our target is to beat Everton," said Pepe Reina, Liverpool goalkeeper, as reported by the Telegraph."The situation we face today is different from last season while struggling title. We now just have to concentrate. You can say about improvisation and developed, but the important thing is to win at the end of the fight," said goalkeeper from Spain
Thursday, February 4, 2010
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Chelsea throw opportunities leading by four points over Manchester United at the top of the Premier League standings. Staying Digadang win, Chelsea drew 1-1 against Hull City at the Kingston Communications Stadium yesterday morning WIT (3 / 2).As a result, Chelsea are now just two points ahead (55-53) on United. They both played 24 laga. The situation was made The Blues-Chelsea-wary as to meet this weekend. Therefore, United mengudeta chance Chelsea throne.That scenario happens if Chelsea fail to beat Arsenal in the London derby at Stamford Bridge next Sunday (7 / 2). Chelsea had a 3-0 victory in the capital's first meeting this season at the Emirates (29/9/2009). But Arsenal will learn the experience. Moreover, the defeat could be a chance to bury champions Arsenal. Arsenal is currently in third place with 49 points in 24 action.On the other hand, the United entertain Portsmouth caretaker team at Old Trafford next Saturday (6 / 2). On paper, Red Devils, the nickname of United-should not be hard to realize the three points. What if Chelsea versus Arsenal duel series? United must win at least three goals to be enthroned.''There's nothing to worry about. Our position is still good. We know the performance of Manchester United is now rising. But, the competition was long and lasted until the end of the season, "said Chelsea coach Carlo Ancelotti as if to encourage his team as reported by AFP.Ancelotti considered his team still had the upper hand, although the gap is only two points. ''However, two points of our happiness. It is impossible for every team always wins in every game, "said the Italian coach that Carletto is familiarly called.Chelsea should be grateful to Didier Drogba yesterday. Ivory Coast bomber who had just returned from duty in the country's African Nations Cup scoring the equalizer. Drogba free-kick on 42 minutes to respond to Stephen Mouyokolo goals (30 ").Gol Drogba added the collections in the Premier League to 15 goals. This means that only the difference Drogba scored five goals with a collection terbanyaknya goals on the season 2006-2007, that is 20 goals.Return''Didier (Drogba) is very important in the current moment. I think he will undergo his best season after six years at the club. We also need all the players in good shape until the end of the season to achieve maximum results, "said Ancelotti.For Hull, the result a draw against Chelsea provides a special motivation. Coach Phil Brown is confident his side can escape relegation from the second shell. Last season, nicknamed The Tigers, the status of Hull-promotion team to finish in top-17 or right on the lips of degradation.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
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Chelsea again have the opportunity to move away from pursuing its competitors. In line with victory Arsenal Manchester United home yesterday morning (1 / 2), Chelsea are now just one point ahead. Well, nicknamed The Blues, Chelsea, would back away if successful silencing host Hull City at the Kingston Communications Stadium later in the morning."We would seek the three points against Hull after a gap of four points with our nearest rivals," said Carlo Ancelotti, Chelsea coach, as reported by the BBC yesterday.Gap by four points would be capital for the Blues as entertain Arsenal at Stamford Bridge next Sunday (7 / 2). Arsenal is now ranked third with 49 points is another rival of the Blues in the championship hunt."The defeat of the United Arsenal will not benefit us if we failed to achieve victory against Hull," said Petr Cech, Chelsea's main goalkeeper, to Channelnewsasia."Being at the top of the league with a team overshadowed as United and Arsenal really heavy pressure. We can not think of a team like Hull will be easily defeated," said the Czech Republic shot stopper it.The statement refers Cech previous action when Chelsea have struggled to beat Burnley 2-1 (30 / 1). Like Burnley, nicknamed The Tigers, Hull-a team in the relegation zone. Short recovery against Burnley after the other factors that require attention Chelsea.Lucky, there is good news as the back ready to play Didier Drogba and Salomon Kalou. Two Ivorian players are ready to defend Chelsea after the completion of the 2010 African Nations Cup. "I was in good condition and ready to help the team win," said Drogba who had packed in 14 Premier League goals this season on the official club website.Kalou and Drogba's return allows Ancelotti put offensive 4-3-3 scheme with Nicolas Anelka complete the trio in front. Conditions that concern architect Phil Brown's Hull. It said Brown, a team like Chelsea is not problematic even have to play aggressively in the opposite cage."You have to be careful with Drogba because he is a dangerous striker, either inside or outside the penalty box. But, Chelsea have a lot of good players so we do not just focus on him," said Brown.Brown raises the signal would provide more opportunities to Amr Zaki. Egyptian striker had been played live debut as a substitute when Hull 2-2 Wolverhampton Wanderers arrested (30 / 1) The.Zaki status of the loan from Egyptian club El Zamalek until the end of the season. Zaki will not be groggy in the Premier League for Wigan Athletic had defended in the first round last season. At that time he was able to offer ten goals