Showing posts with label Friendly Match. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Friendly Match. Show all posts
Monday, May 24, 2010
Argentina 5-0 Canada: Maxi Rodriguez great free-kick
Getty ImagesDiego Maradona is not a game to prepare squad. A friendly match against Canada on Monday (24 / 5/2010), he utilized the maximum to test the ability of foster children. Argentina 5-0 Canada shaved a landslide.
Without including Lionel Messi in the squad at this friendly match, Diego Maradona doing experiments with real opportunity to take advantage of five times the turnover of players.
Argentina Excellence opened by Maxi Rodriguez in the 16th minute through a beautiful free kick with his right foot. This re-opening goal he scored both proceed with in minute 32 with a hard kick from inside the penalty box following the use of feed Carlos Tevez quick counterattack that carried the team this Tango.
Before the break, midfielder Argentine Angel Di Maria, closed the first round with his goal in the 37th minute through a hard left-foot shot from outside penalty box. Maradona foster children is to end the first round with a 3-0 position.
Carlos Tevez proved himself to Maradona. After the first half to give feed cooked in Rodriguez, in the 63rd minute he enlarge the benefits of Argentina after receiving a feed from Gonzalo Higuain.
Argentina closes with a wonderful victory by Sergio "Kun" Aguero Carlos Tevez replaces the entry in the 70th minute. Intermittent one minute after he entered the field, tore goal Aguero Canada for the fifth time in this match. He scored with his left foot is dangerous after receiving feedback from Javier Pastore.
The composition of Players:
Argentina: Sergio Romero, Gabriel Heinze (Clemente Juan Rodriguez, 60 '), Nicolas Burdisso, Nicolás Otamendi, Javier Mascherano (Mario Ariel Bolatti, 59'), Jonas Gutiérrez, Javier Pastore (Ariel Garce, 74 '), Angel Di Maria, Maximiliano Rodriguez (Juan Sebastian Veron, 46 '), Gonzalo Higuain (Martin Palermo, 68'), Carlos Tevez (Sergio Aguero, 70 ').
Reserves: Mariano Gonzalo Andujdar.
Canada: Pat Onstad, Richard Hastings, Paul Stalteri, Michael Klukowski, Andrew Hainault, Daniel Imhof, Nikolas Ledgerwood (Jaime Peters, 55 '), Josh Simpson, Dwayne De Rosario (S Ademolu, 87'), Rob Friend (Simeon Jackson, 66 '), Will Johnson Reserves: Josh Wagenaar, Al-Shaibani, Adam Straith, Pedro Pacheco.
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Without including Lionel Messi in the squad at this friendly match, Diego Maradona doing experiments with real opportunity to take advantage of five times the turnover of players.
Argentina Excellence opened by Maxi Rodriguez in the 16th minute through a beautiful free kick with his right foot. This re-opening goal he scored both proceed with in minute 32 with a hard kick from inside the penalty box following the use of feed Carlos Tevez quick counterattack that carried the team this Tango.
Before the break, midfielder Argentine Angel Di Maria, closed the first round with his goal in the 37th minute through a hard left-foot shot from outside penalty box. Maradona foster children is to end the first round with a 3-0 position.
Carlos Tevez proved himself to Maradona. After the first half to give feed cooked in Rodriguez, in the 63rd minute he enlarge the benefits of Argentina after receiving a feed from Gonzalo Higuain.
Argentina closes with a wonderful victory by Sergio "Kun" Aguero Carlos Tevez replaces the entry in the 70th minute. Intermittent one minute after he entered the field, tore goal Aguero Canada for the fifth time in this match. He scored with his left foot is dangerous after receiving feedback from Javier Pastore.
The composition of Players:
Argentina: Sergio Romero, Gabriel Heinze (Clemente Juan Rodriguez, 60 '), Nicolas Burdisso, Nicolás Otamendi, Javier Mascherano (Mario Ariel Bolatti, 59'), Jonas Gutiérrez, Javier Pastore (Ariel Garce, 74 '), Angel Di Maria, Maximiliano Rodriguez (Juan Sebastian Veron, 46 '), Gonzalo Higuain (Martin Palermo, 68'), Carlos Tevez (Sergio Aguero, 70 ').
Reserves: Mariano Gonzalo Andujdar.
Canada: Pat Onstad, Richard Hastings, Paul Stalteri, Michael Klukowski, Andrew Hainault, Daniel Imhof, Nikolas Ledgerwood (Jaime Peters, 55 '), Josh Simpson, Dwayne De Rosario (S Ademolu, 87'), Rob Friend (Simeon Jackson, 66 '), Will Johnson Reserves: Josh Wagenaar, Al-Shaibani, Adam Straith, Pedro Pacheco.
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England 3-1 Mexico: Glen Johnson super-finish
Getty ImagesEngland again showed good appearance. In a friendly match at Wembley Stadium, Monday (24/05/2010), Fabio Capello's side team beat tough team Mexico 3-1 .
All three goals were donated by Ledley King's England's 17th minute, Peter Crouch's 34th minute, and Glen Johnson to-47 minutes. Mexico's only goal was donated by the Franco-minute to-45.
In fact, England did not play some players pillars. The Chelsea star, like Ashley Cole, John Terry, Frank Lampard, Joe Cole and goalkeeper David James, resting. Where they filled King, James Milner, and Robert Green.
UK Might be seen since the beginning. In the 17th minute, a corner kick by Steven Gerrard directly headed by King became the first goal.
Mexico tried to rise. Javier Aquirre team pressure was enough to make the UK the inconvenience. In fact, two of Mexico threatening the goal kicks host. Lucky, goalkeeper Robert Green could blow it.
In the 34th minute, England back even superior. This time the ball rebounded the executing Crouch Wayne Rooney header that just hit the ball.
Unfortunately, England could make mistakes. Leighton Baines is less strong kick. Guillermo Franco also take advantage of the ball and beat goalkeeper Joe Hart to replace Green, 2-1.
Entering the second half, England got up and attack again. Just two minutes of the second half, "The Three Lions" by Johnson scored directly. Kick that curved to make the Mexican goalkeeper powerless to resist.
England will be in Group C at the World Cup in 2010. They will meet the United States, Algeria, and Slovenia. While Mexicans are in Group A along with hosts South Africa, Uruguay, and France.
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All three goals were donated by Ledley King's England's 17th minute, Peter Crouch's 34th minute, and Glen Johnson to-47 minutes. Mexico's only goal was donated by the Franco-minute to-45.
In fact, England did not play some players pillars. The Chelsea star, like Ashley Cole, John Terry, Frank Lampard, Joe Cole and goalkeeper David James, resting. Where they filled King, James Milner, and Robert Green.
UK Might be seen since the beginning. In the 17th minute, a corner kick by Steven Gerrard directly headed by King became the first goal.
Mexico tried to rise. Javier Aquirre team pressure was enough to make the UK the inconvenience. In fact, two of Mexico threatening the goal kicks host. Lucky, goalkeeper Robert Green could blow it.
In the 34th minute, England back even superior. This time the ball rebounded the executing Crouch Wayne Rooney header that just hit the ball.
Unfortunately, England could make mistakes. Leighton Baines is less strong kick. Guillermo Franco also take advantage of the ball and beat goalkeeper Joe Hart to replace Green, 2-1.
Entering the second half, England got up and attack again. Just two minutes of the second half, "The Three Lions" by Johnson scored directly. Kick that curved to make the Mexican goalkeeper powerless to resist.
England will be in Group C at the World Cup in 2010. They will meet the United States, Algeria, and Slovenia. While Mexicans are in Group A along with hosts South Africa, Uruguay, and France.
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Wednesday, March 3, 2010
England 3-1 Egypt: Crouch stunning double
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Appeared as a substitute, England player Shaun Wright-Phillips and Peter Crouch to change the situation and scored three goals to the goal that turned left Egypt 0-1 to 3-1, in a friendly match, at Wembley on Wednesday (3/3/2010).
The results were so shocking and a relief, considering the bad end of the English settlement in the first round. In the fifth minute, for example, Frank Lampard almost broke goalkeeper El Hadari. Utilizing feedback Theo Walcott, Lampard fired the ball, which, unfortunately, still on the foot of El Hadari and out of the target.
The next opportunity, created by Jermain Defoe in the 18th minute. At that time, he managed to reach the bait Wayne Rooney in the middle of the penalty box and fired. However, Al-Muhammadi successfully block the ball, just after the foot off Defoe.
Too busy attacking, the British instead Zidan missed a goal in minute 23. Utilizing long bait failed anticipated Matthew Upson, Zidan fired right into the middle of rushing goalkeeper, who failed driven Robert Green.
Goal was not necessarily to make Egyptian play better. They remained in the depressed position and threatened. In the 30th minute their goalkeeper barely breaking even by Wayne Rooney. However, the ball was bounced on the crossbar. British impasse continues until the halftime whistle sounded.
Entering the second half, England improve coordination game. Almost without ever threatened, they were able to equalize through Peter Crouch in the 56th minute. Utilizing feedback Garreth Barry, he sent a ball from the middle of the penalty box into the net Egypt.
Goal is to restore the confidence of England. They also double the strength and consistent attack pounded the fortress of Egypt. Although not as often as before, the attack is more well-organized English and dangerous.
British hard work eventually led 2-1 thanks to a goal advantage Shaun Wright-Phillips in the 75th minute. Utilizing a ball threw up a shot of James Milner who tipped by El Hadari, Wright-Phillips strikes the ball into the top left corner of the Egypt goal.
Egypt has not risen, when Crouch scored his second goal and led 3-1 with England in the 79th minute. Exploiting cross-Wright Phillips, Crouch kicked the ball from the middle of the penalty box to the middle of the Egyptian goal.
Last Goal Crouch undermine morale Egypt. They also forget the intention to attack and stay completely focused. The result, though failing to add a goal, they can prevent the British added a goal.
Throughout the fight, the British record for the ball off 55 percent and just ten shots on goal from 17 businesses. Meanwhile, the Egyptians are able to make six golden opportunity from eight experiments. (*)
Lineup:
England: Green; Upson, Brown, Terry, Baines; Gerrard (Milner 73), Barry, Lampard (Carrick 46), Walcott (Wright-Phillips 57); Defoe (Crouch 46), Rooney (Cole 86)
Egypt: El Hadari; Said (Salem 86), Gomaa, Moawad (Abdelshafy 76), Al Muhammadi; Ghaly, Fathi, Hassan (Nagy 64), Rabou; Zidan (Aboutriaka 76), Ebdelmaby (Zaki 64)
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The results were so shocking and a relief, considering the bad end of the English settlement in the first round. In the fifth minute, for example, Frank Lampard almost broke goalkeeper El Hadari. Utilizing feedback Theo Walcott, Lampard fired the ball, which, unfortunately, still on the foot of El Hadari and out of the target.
The next opportunity, created by Jermain Defoe in the 18th minute. At that time, he managed to reach the bait Wayne Rooney in the middle of the penalty box and fired. However, Al-Muhammadi successfully block the ball, just after the foot off Defoe.
Too busy attacking, the British instead Zidan missed a goal in minute 23. Utilizing long bait failed anticipated Matthew Upson, Zidan fired right into the middle of rushing goalkeeper, who failed driven Robert Green.
Goal was not necessarily to make Egyptian play better. They remained in the depressed position and threatened. In the 30th minute their goalkeeper barely breaking even by Wayne Rooney. However, the ball was bounced on the crossbar. British impasse continues until the halftime whistle sounded.
Entering the second half, England improve coordination game. Almost without ever threatened, they were able to equalize through Peter Crouch in the 56th minute. Utilizing feedback Garreth Barry, he sent a ball from the middle of the penalty box into the net Egypt.
Goal is to restore the confidence of England. They also double the strength and consistent attack pounded the fortress of Egypt. Although not as often as before, the attack is more well-organized English and dangerous.
British hard work eventually led 2-1 thanks to a goal advantage Shaun Wright-Phillips in the 75th minute. Utilizing a ball threw up a shot of James Milner who tipped by El Hadari, Wright-Phillips strikes the ball into the top left corner of the Egypt goal.
Egypt has not risen, when Crouch scored his second goal and led 3-1 with England in the 79th minute. Exploiting cross-Wright Phillips, Crouch kicked the ball from the middle of the penalty box to the middle of the Egyptian goal.
Last Goal Crouch undermine morale Egypt. They also forget the intention to attack and stay completely focused. The result, though failing to add a goal, they can prevent the British added a goal.
Throughout the fight, the British record for the ball off 55 percent and just ten shots on goal from 17 businesses. Meanwhile, the Egyptians are able to make six golden opportunity from eight experiments. (*)
Lineup:
England: Green; Upson, Brown, Terry, Baines; Gerrard (Milner 73), Barry, Lampard (Carrick 46), Walcott (Wright-Phillips 57); Defoe (Crouch 46), Rooney (Cole 86)
Egypt: El Hadari; Said (Salem 86), Gomaa, Moawad (Abdelshafy 76), Al Muhammadi; Ghaly, Fathi, Hassan (Nagy 64), Rabou; Zidan (Aboutriaka 76), Ebdelmaby (Zaki 64)
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Germany 0-1 Argentina: Higuain cool-finish
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Argentina subdue host Germany 1-0 in friendly party at Allianz Arena, Wednesday (3 / 3/2010) in the morning pm. It was printed the winning goal of Gonzalo Higuain cool-finish on 45 minutes.
Although acting as a guest, Argentina actually strike first. The game quickly from foot to foot trouble German defense.
Two wings of Argentina, Lionel Messi on the right and Angel Di Maria on the left playing charming and agreasif. They often break the German defense. In fact, in the 11th minute, kicking in Germany Maria forced goalkeeper Rene Adler, acrobatic save to the net.
Only then, Germany tried to attack. However, they can only approach the goal Argentina, without being able to create good opportunities. In contrast, Argentina continued to apply the game which forced Germany to attack more carefully.
However, Germany did not want to continue depressed. They tried to fight back. In minute 22, Philip Lahm made an aggressive movement after working with Bastian Schweinsteiger and Lukas Podolski. Unfortunately, the kick was wide.
However, Argentina re-pressing. Germany was forced to concentrate on defense. In minute 35, Di Maria to host supporters held their breath. Kick led to the German goal. Unfortunately, the ball just hit the goalpost.
Feeling less sharp attack, the German coach, Joachim Loew took Miroslav Klose and Mario Gomes replaced.
However, in the final minutes of the first half, Argentina attack bitch Germany. Send feedback at Maria's sweet breakthrough to Gonzalo Higuain. German goalkeeper Rene Adler, had no choice but to pursue and try to block. But, first Higuain lobbed the ball from a distance of 20 meters and goals. Until the first half ended, while Argentina winning 1-0.
Germany tried to take advantage of the second half to push. But Argentina did not want to lose and continue to demonstrate the pressing and attacking game. This is increasingly difficult for the host. Argentina actually more pressing and the Germans often seem so weak.
Action Messi often inconvenient. So did the Mary. Germany were more often concentrated survive. However, the entry of Cacau enough to make an attack more sharply host.
In the 78th minute, Germany finally got a chance through Cacau. However, long-distance kicks from less accurate. 83 minutes, Cacau again have the opportunity. Again, the solution is not perfect.
It became the last chance, and Germany was nevertheless able to respond until the game was over. Argentina had smiled in relief, 1-0 victory at home to Germany.
Teams
Germany: 1-Rene Adler, 16-Philip Lahm, 17-Per Mertesacker, 24-Jerome Boateng, 4-Serdar Tasci, 13-Michael Ballack, 7-Bastian Schweinsteiger (6-Sami Khedira 75), Mesut Özil 8-23 -- Baretto Cacau 66), 25-Thomas Muller (26-Toni Kroos 66), 11-Miroslav Klose (18-Mario Gomez 45), 10-Lukas Podolski
Argentina: 22-Sergio Romero, 6-Gabriel Heinze (3-Juan Rodriguez 47), 13-Walter Samuel, 2-Martin Demichelis (4-Nicolas Burdisso 56), 15-Nicolas Otamendi, 8-Juan Veron, 14-Javier Mascherano , 17-Jonas Gutierrez, 7-Angel Di Maria, 10-Lionel Messi, 9-Gonzalo Higuain
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Although acting as a guest, Argentina actually strike first. The game quickly from foot to foot trouble German defense.
Two wings of Argentina, Lionel Messi on the right and Angel Di Maria on the left playing charming and agreasif. They often break the German defense. In fact, in the 11th minute, kicking in Germany Maria forced goalkeeper Rene Adler, acrobatic save to the net.
Only then, Germany tried to attack. However, they can only approach the goal Argentina, without being able to create good opportunities. In contrast, Argentina continued to apply the game which forced Germany to attack more carefully.
However, Germany did not want to continue depressed. They tried to fight back. In minute 22, Philip Lahm made an aggressive movement after working with Bastian Schweinsteiger and Lukas Podolski. Unfortunately, the kick was wide.
However, Argentina re-pressing. Germany was forced to concentrate on defense. In minute 35, Di Maria to host supporters held their breath. Kick led to the German goal. Unfortunately, the ball just hit the goalpost.
Feeling less sharp attack, the German coach, Joachim Loew took Miroslav Klose and Mario Gomes replaced.
However, in the final minutes of the first half, Argentina attack bitch Germany. Send feedback at Maria's sweet breakthrough to Gonzalo Higuain. German goalkeeper Rene Adler, had no choice but to pursue and try to block. But, first Higuain lobbed the ball from a distance of 20 meters and goals. Until the first half ended, while Argentina winning 1-0.
Germany tried to take advantage of the second half to push. But Argentina did not want to lose and continue to demonstrate the pressing and attacking game. This is increasingly difficult for the host. Argentina actually more pressing and the Germans often seem so weak.
Action Messi often inconvenient. So did the Mary. Germany were more often concentrated survive. However, the entry of Cacau enough to make an attack more sharply host.
In the 78th minute, Germany finally got a chance through Cacau. However, long-distance kicks from less accurate. 83 minutes, Cacau again have the opportunity. Again, the solution is not perfect.
It became the last chance, and Germany was nevertheless able to respond until the game was over. Argentina had smiled in relief, 1-0 victory at home to Germany.
Teams
Germany: 1-Rene Adler, 16-Philip Lahm, 17-Per Mertesacker, 24-Jerome Boateng, 4-Serdar Tasci, 13-Michael Ballack, 7-Bastian Schweinsteiger (6-Sami Khedira 75), Mesut Özil 8-23 -- Baretto Cacau 66), 25-Thomas Muller (26-Toni Kroos 66), 11-Miroslav Klose (18-Mario Gomez 45), 10-Lukas Podolski
Argentina: 22-Sergio Romero, 6-Gabriel Heinze (3-Juan Rodriguez 47), 13-Walter Samuel, 2-Martin Demichelis (4-Nicolas Burdisso 56), 15-Nicolas Otamendi, 8-Juan Veron, 14-Javier Mascherano , 17-Jonas Gutierrez, 7-Angel Di Maria, 10-Lionel Messi, 9-Gonzalo Higuain
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France 0-2 Spain: Ramos great-strike
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Spain appears charming in stable France, Stade de France, in a friendly match, Wednesday (3 / 3/2010). Relying on counterattacks, forcing hosts Spain 0-2 up through goals, David Villa and Sergio Ramos.
Shown at home, "Les Bleus" direct hit. They tried to dismantle much faster Spanish defense. Thus, Spain difficulties develop games. In fact, some times they keep banging inconvenience Franck Ribery et al.
In the 10th minute, Ribery successfully escaped and went into the penalty box Spain. However, less than perfect bait can be discarded and David Silva. However, five minutes later, Nicolas Anelka goalkeeper Iker Casillas dangerous, when hunting Bacary Sagna cross. Lucky, Gerard Pique ball first.
Fun attacked, French off guard. A quick attack Spain made them desperate. In fact, David Villa finally able to grab the ball and went into the penalty box. With a clever, deceiving goalkeeper Villa France, Hugo Lloris, and break his goal, 1-0.
France continued to try to retaliate. However, in the final minutes of the first half they were frequently depressed. In fact, several times threatened the French goal. Finally, at minute 45, a Spanish attack could be completed properly.
Sergio Ramos who emerged from the back, Xabi Alonso welcomes feedback. She was then approached the penalty box and release the left foot kick. The ball failed to arrest Lloris and goals, 2-0 to Spain. This score held until the first half ended.
Entering the second half, France attempted to direct pressure. However, Spain appear defensive. However, Anelka had a chance to escape and release the kick into the goal in minute 48, although able to control the ball Casillas.
While the entry of substitute Fernando Torres, David Villa Spain was enough to make effective attacks and dangerous. In fact, the 60th minute, Torres capable of releasing a corner kick into the goal. Lucky, Lloris is still able to catch it.
Nevertheless, France continued to seek to suppress. In the 68th minute, Anelka got the breakthrough bait. After defeat Arbeloa, he removed hard kick from a narrow angle, but the ball bounced.
Lack of creativity to make the French attack never produce a good opportunities. Meanwhile, Spain tends to appear last. Thus, France was difficult to open space.
In the 79th minute, Florent Malouda got a sweet opportunity. Hunting cross, he was heading the ball into the goal right corner of Spain. Although Casillas could not reach, but the ball only hit the pole.
So on, France is still less creative in attack. Meanwhile, Spain plays survive, so they can secure the victory until the game ended 2-0.
Teams
France: 1-Hugo Lloris, 4-Julien Escudé, 13-Patrice Evra, 2-Bacary Sagna, 3-Michael Ciani, 14-Jeremy Toulalan, 8-Yoann Gourcuff, 6-Lassana Diarra, 12-Thierry Henry (10-Sidney Govou 63), 39-Nicolas Anelka, 22-Franck Ribery
Spain: 1-Iker Casillas, 5-Carles Puyol, 15-Sergio Ramos, 2-Alvaro Arbeloa, 3-Gerard Pique, 14-Xabi Alonso (Marcos Senna 19-63), 6-Andres Iniesta (Jesus Navas 24-63) , 10-Cesc Fabregas (8-Xavi 46), 21-David Silva, 16-Sergi Busquets, 7-David Villa (9-Fernando Torres 46)
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Shown at home, "Les Bleus" direct hit. They tried to dismantle much faster Spanish defense. Thus, Spain difficulties develop games. In fact, some times they keep banging inconvenience Franck Ribery et al.
In the 10th minute, Ribery successfully escaped and went into the penalty box Spain. However, less than perfect bait can be discarded and David Silva. However, five minutes later, Nicolas Anelka goalkeeper Iker Casillas dangerous, when hunting Bacary Sagna cross. Lucky, Gerard Pique ball first.
Fun attacked, French off guard. A quick attack Spain made them desperate. In fact, David Villa finally able to grab the ball and went into the penalty box. With a clever, deceiving goalkeeper Villa France, Hugo Lloris, and break his goal, 1-0.
France continued to try to retaliate. However, in the final minutes of the first half they were frequently depressed. In fact, several times threatened the French goal. Finally, at minute 45, a Spanish attack could be completed properly.
Sergio Ramos who emerged from the back, Xabi Alonso welcomes feedback. She was then approached the penalty box and release the left foot kick. The ball failed to arrest Lloris and goals, 2-0 to Spain. This score held until the first half ended.
Entering the second half, France attempted to direct pressure. However, Spain appear defensive. However, Anelka had a chance to escape and release the kick into the goal in minute 48, although able to control the ball Casillas.
While the entry of substitute Fernando Torres, David Villa Spain was enough to make effective attacks and dangerous. In fact, the 60th minute, Torres capable of releasing a corner kick into the goal. Lucky, Lloris is still able to catch it.
Nevertheless, France continued to seek to suppress. In the 68th minute, Anelka got the breakthrough bait. After defeat Arbeloa, he removed hard kick from a narrow angle, but the ball bounced.
Lack of creativity to make the French attack never produce a good opportunities. Meanwhile, Spain tends to appear last. Thus, France was difficult to open space.
In the 79th minute, Florent Malouda got a sweet opportunity. Hunting cross, he was heading the ball into the goal right corner of Spain. Although Casillas could not reach, but the ball only hit the pole.
So on, France is still less creative in attack. Meanwhile, Spain plays survive, so they can secure the victory until the game ended 2-0.
Teams
France: 1-Hugo Lloris, 4-Julien Escudé, 13-Patrice Evra, 2-Bacary Sagna, 3-Michael Ciani, 14-Jeremy Toulalan, 8-Yoann Gourcuff, 6-Lassana Diarra, 12-Thierry Henry (10-Sidney Govou 63), 39-Nicolas Anelka, 22-Franck Ribery
Spain: 1-Iker Casillas, 5-Carles Puyol, 15-Sergio Ramos, 2-Alvaro Arbeloa, 3-Gerard Pique, 14-Xabi Alonso (Marcos Senna 19-63), 6-Andres Iniesta (Jesus Navas 24-63) , 10-Cesc Fabregas (8-Xavi 46), 21-David Silva, 16-Sergi Busquets, 7-David Villa (9-Fernando Torres 46)
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Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Republic of Ireland 0-2 Brazil: Robinho star
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Ireland were out of luck once again as an own goal from Keith Andrews set Brazil on their way to a 2-0 victory.
Giovanni Trapattoni's men had controversially missed out on a World Cup place in South Africa this summer following a play-off defeat to France, where former Arsenal striker Thierry Henry handled the ball in the lead up to Les Bleus winning goal.
There was more misfortune in the glamour friendly against the five-time world champions, as just before half time Andrews deflected Robinho's centre past Shay Given - winning a new record 103rd cap along with defender Kevin Kilbane - and the former Manchester City striker then netted a well-executed second with 14 minutes left.
While Brazil coach Dunga can look forward to fine-tuning the final preparations for his squad's opening game against North Korea in Johannesburg on June 15, the Irish will once again be left to reflect on what might have been - but on tonight's battling performance should go into the qualifying campaign for the 2012 European Championships with genuine optimism.
It had been a bright start by Ireland, officially the away team this evening.
Captain Robbie Keane - taking his place in the starting XI after initially pulling out of the squad because of a slight knee injury - got away down the right and ghosted back inside before his low shot was smothered at the near post by Julio Cesar.
If the Brazilians thought they would be in for an easy ride, they were given a sharp wake-up call when Stoke midfielder Glenn Whelan checked the run of Michel Bastos.
Damien Duff, the Fulham winger, looked dangerous down the left channel, while Paul McShane headed over from a corner.
Brazil, though, continued in their fluid formation, as Kaka weaved his way into the Ireland box before being dispossessed on the goal-line and then drilling a 20-yard shot just over.
It was Ireland, however, who almost snatched the lead on 15 minutes when Kevin Doyle's close-range header was palmed away by the Brazil keeper.
Only some desperate defending then kept the yellow shirts at bay after Robinho fed Adriano on the edge of the box. The Flamengo forward was tackled by Stephen Kelly before McShane blocked the follow-up effort from the former City striker.
The South Americans were queuing up to take a free-kick after McShane's foul on Kaka some 25 yards out, with Adriano eventually whipping the ball up towards goal, which Given tipped over.
St Ledger flashed the ball across the Brazil six-yard box with an overhead kick, but nobody gambled at the far post.
Ireland's luck deserted them for the second match in succession as Brazil took the lead a minute before the break.
Robinho looked offside when he dashed into the right side of the penalty area, before pulling a low pass back across goal, which the unfortunate Keith Andrews deflected past Given.
Both managers resisted the temptation to make wholesale changes for the second half, going again with the same XI.
Blackburn midfielder Andrews squared up to Kaka after the duo clashed on the edge of the Ireland penalty area, English referee Mike Dean soon restoring calm with a stern word.
Trapattoni made the first changes of the evening when Manchester United youngster Darren Gibson and Aiden McGeady replaced Whelan and Duff after 56 minutes.
Brazil, though, continued to press as Maicon skipped into the Ireland box, and his close-range shot hit St Ledger.
It should have been 2-0 moments later, when, with his first touch, substitute Daniel Alves robbed St Ledger and raced clear to round Given - but could only stab his shot wide.
The assistant's flag saved McShane's blushes when he was robbed by Maicon, as in feeding Robinho, Brazil were caught offside as they put the ball in the net.
With 21 minutes left, highly-rated Wigan teenager James McCarthy was handed his full international debut, replacing Liam Lawrence.
Former City man Robinho, officially only on loan at Santos, then blazed over before slotting home a text-book second after good work from Kaka and a neat one-two with substitute Grafite.
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Giovanni Trapattoni's men had controversially missed out on a World Cup place in South Africa this summer following a play-off defeat to France, where former Arsenal striker Thierry Henry handled the ball in the lead up to Les Bleus winning goal.
There was more misfortune in the glamour friendly against the five-time world champions, as just before half time Andrews deflected Robinho's centre past Shay Given - winning a new record 103rd cap along with defender Kevin Kilbane - and the former Manchester City striker then netted a well-executed second with 14 minutes left.
While Brazil coach Dunga can look forward to fine-tuning the final preparations for his squad's opening game against North Korea in Johannesburg on June 15, the Irish will once again be left to reflect on what might have been - but on tonight's battling performance should go into the qualifying campaign for the 2012 European Championships with genuine optimism.
It had been a bright start by Ireland, officially the away team this evening.
Captain Robbie Keane - taking his place in the starting XI after initially pulling out of the squad because of a slight knee injury - got away down the right and ghosted back inside before his low shot was smothered at the near post by Julio Cesar.
If the Brazilians thought they would be in for an easy ride, they were given a sharp wake-up call when Stoke midfielder Glenn Whelan checked the run of Michel Bastos.
Damien Duff, the Fulham winger, looked dangerous down the left channel, while Paul McShane headed over from a corner.
Brazil, though, continued in their fluid formation, as Kaka weaved his way into the Ireland box before being dispossessed on the goal-line and then drilling a 20-yard shot just over.
It was Ireland, however, who almost snatched the lead on 15 minutes when Kevin Doyle's close-range header was palmed away by the Brazil keeper.
Only some desperate defending then kept the yellow shirts at bay after Robinho fed Adriano on the edge of the box. The Flamengo forward was tackled by Stephen Kelly before McShane blocked the follow-up effort from the former City striker.
The South Americans were queuing up to take a free-kick after McShane's foul on Kaka some 25 yards out, with Adriano eventually whipping the ball up towards goal, which Given tipped over.
St Ledger flashed the ball across the Brazil six-yard box with an overhead kick, but nobody gambled at the far post.
Ireland's luck deserted them for the second match in succession as Brazil took the lead a minute before the break.
Robinho looked offside when he dashed into the right side of the penalty area, before pulling a low pass back across goal, which the unfortunate Keith Andrews deflected past Given.
Both managers resisted the temptation to make wholesale changes for the second half, going again with the same XI.
Blackburn midfielder Andrews squared up to Kaka after the duo clashed on the edge of the Ireland penalty area, English referee Mike Dean soon restoring calm with a stern word.
Trapattoni made the first changes of the evening when Manchester United youngster Darren Gibson and Aiden McGeady replaced Whelan and Duff after 56 minutes.
Brazil, though, continued to press as Maicon skipped into the Ireland box, and his close-range shot hit St Ledger.
It should have been 2-0 moments later, when, with his first touch, substitute Daniel Alves robbed St Ledger and raced clear to round Given - but could only stab his shot wide.
The assistant's flag saved McShane's blushes when he was robbed by Maicon, as in feeding Robinho, Brazil were caught offside as they put the ball in the net.
With 21 minutes left, highly-rated Wigan teenager James McCarthy was handed his full international debut, replacing Liam Lawrence.
Former City man Robinho, officially only on loan at Santos, then blazed over before slotting home a text-book second after good work from Kaka and a neat one-two with substitute Grafite.
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Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Italy 1-0 Sweden: Chiellini heading goal
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Italian national team achieve better results in a friendly match on Wednesday (18/11/2009). Marcello Lippi forces thin 1-0 win over Sweden through Giorgio Chiellini heading goal in the first round.
At this time action, Lippi made many changes in his squad. 61-year coach entrusted goalkeeper Federico Marchetti guard. Meanwhile, two young players Antonio Candreva danDavide Biondini derived as the starter after an impressive show against the Dutch when, last weekend.
Despite appearing without such a key pillar of Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Marcus Berg and Kim Kallstrom, Sweden nonetheless provide sufficient resistance to the Gli Azzurri tough.
Just two minutes of action rolling, Sweden able to make a camp host ketar-ketir when Tobias Hysen dribbling toward the goal. Lucky, Marchetti do appear impressive with brilliant rescue.
Do not want to be humiliated in front of supporters, Italy also began to attack. Goals finally created through Chiellini in minute 28. Juventus defender grabbed a soccer ball results header from a corner with his head Giampaolo Pazzini after previous efforts failed.
Azzurri successfully defended the position until the fight ended.
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At this time action, Lippi made many changes in his squad. 61-year coach entrusted goalkeeper Federico Marchetti guard. Meanwhile, two young players Antonio Candreva danDavide Biondini derived as the starter after an impressive show against the Dutch when, last weekend.
Despite appearing without such a key pillar of Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Marcus Berg and Kim Kallstrom, Sweden nonetheless provide sufficient resistance to the Gli Azzurri tough.
Just two minutes of action rolling, Sweden able to make a camp host ketar-ketir when Tobias Hysen dribbling toward the goal. Lucky, Marchetti do appear impressive with brilliant rescue.
Do not want to be humiliated in front of supporters, Italy also began to attack. Goals finally created through Chiellini in minute 28. Juventus defender grabbed a soccer ball results header from a corner with his head Giampaolo Pazzini after previous efforts failed.
Azzurri successfully defended the position until the fight ended.
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Saturday, November 14, 2009
Spain 2-1 Argentina: Alonso turn
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Spain managed to beat Argentina. In the trial action in the Vicente Calderon on Saturday(14/11/2009), team's Vicente Del Bosque won 2-1.
Midfielder Xabi Alonso managed to bring the home team led 1-0 over Argentina at the time the game entered the 16th minute. Argentina tried to get up to equalize.
Team Tango has a chance to equalize through midfielder Angel Di Maria. Unfortunately, the kick is still rising above the goalkeeper Iker Casillas. 1-0 score stood until halftime.
Argentina in the second round to take the initiative immediately pressing defense Spain. Los Abiceleste tactic was quite appropriate. The result, the team managed to Diego Maradona team equalized by Lionel Messi in the 60th minute.
Attractive game and attacked both teams continued to be shown. Spanish efforts to win this game was not in vain. The reason, Alonso managed a penalty goal to break Argentina. Spain won 2-1.
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Midfielder Xabi Alonso managed to bring the home team led 1-0 over Argentina at the time the game entered the 16th minute. Argentina tried to get up to equalize.
Team Tango has a chance to equalize through midfielder Angel Di Maria. Unfortunately, the kick is still rising above the goalkeeper Iker Casillas. 1-0 score stood until halftime.
Argentina in the second round to take the initiative immediately pressing defense Spain. Los Abiceleste tactic was quite appropriate. The result, the team managed to Diego Maradona team equalized by Lionel Messi in the 60th minute.
Attractive game and attacked both teams continued to be shown. Spanish efforts to win this game was not in vain. The reason, Alonso managed a penalty goal to break Argentina. Spain won 2-1.
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England 0-1 Brazil: Showed power
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Brazil again showed power. Competed at the Khalifa International Stadium, Saturday (14/11/2009) , Carlos Dunga team that defeated England 1-0 in a friendly party.
Without enhanced two-line generals behind John Terry and Rio Ferdinand, a British defense as seen often make their own mistakes. In contrast, Brazil look mighty lasted throughout the game.
Samba score first through Nilmar header on 47 minutes, managed to thrill Brazil goalkeeper Foster 1-0 lead.
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Without enhanced two-line generals behind John Terry and Rio Ferdinand, a British defense as seen often make their own mistakes. In contrast, Brazil look mighty lasted throughout the game.
Samba score first through Nilmar header on 47 minutes, managed to thrill Brazil goalkeeper Foster 1-0 lead.
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Monday, August 24, 2009
Real Madrid 4-0 Rosenborg: Los Blancos Blast
The Galacticos tore up their visitors in the first half to record a comfortable victory as two old faces made their return.
Real Madrid made it six consecutive Trofeo Santiago Bernabeu victories by crushing Rosenborg in front of a capacity home crowd.
Their 20th win in the commemorative pre-season match was all but assured after a blitzing first half in which Karim Benzema netted twice and Lass Diarra scored a screamer.
Raul added a fourth in a second half in which, despite a flurry of substitutions, saw little let-up in the pace of the game - one that Rosenborg were ill-equipped to deal with.
The Norwegian side were late replacements for AC Milan, the Italian outfit withdrawing due to city security concerns on a week on which Atletico Madrid host Panathinaikos.
Within minutes the visitors from the north were under threat, Cristiano Ronaldo shooting over the bar after being put through by Lassana Diarra.
The Galacticos tore up their visitors in the first half to record a comfortable victory as two old faces made their return.Real Madrid made it six consecutive Trofeo Santiago Bernabeu victories by crushing Rosenborg in front of a capacity home crowd.
Their 20th win in the commemorative pre-season match was all but assured after a blitzing first half in which Karim Benzema netted twice and Lass Diarra scored a screamer.
Raul added a fourth in a second half in which, despite a flurry of substitutions, saw little let-up in the pace of the game - one that Rosenborg were ill-equipped to deal with.
The Norwegian side were late replacements for AC Milan, the Italian outfit withdrawing due to city security concerns on a week on which Atletico Madrid host Panathinaikos.
Within minutes the visitors from the north were under threat, Cristiano Ronaldo shooting over the bar after being put through by Lassana Diarra.
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