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Author :: Keith MacLean  |
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| Article Title :: World Cup Goalkeepers - Paul Robinson |
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| Paul Robinson was born in Hull, England and graduated from the Leeds United soccer academy. Having proven himself to be a very confident and agile shot stopper, 27-year-old Paul Robinson has since matured into one of Europe’s leading keepers. He worked hard to edge David James as the number one goalkeeper in England a few years ago. He played a key role in England’s World Cup qualification and will be donning the Number 1 jersey when his team begin their challenge next month.The goalkeeper has always been a vital aspect in determining a team’s success or failure and this is also expected to be the case in the World Cup as the best teams in the planet battle it out for soccer (read full article) |
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| Category :: Soccer Articles |
Author :: Keith MacLean |
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| Article Title :: World Cup Goalkeepers - Jens Lehmann |
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| Born in Essen, Germany in 1969, Jens Lehmann’s soccer career kicked off in 1989 with FC Schalke where he played for almost 10 years before moving on to AC Milan in 1998.Said to be one of the best goalkeepers in the world, Lehmann created a name for himself while with Schalke. However, after signing up with Milan, his performance took a dip and he was dropped from the squad after just five matches. He made a decision to move back to Germany and signed up with Borussia Dortmund where he went on to win the German League title in 2002. Lehmann then went on to sign up with the Gunners in July 2003 and was seen as Arsene Wenger’s answer to replace the ageing David Seaman.Duri (read full article) |
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| Category :: Soccer Articles |
Author :: Hans Bool |
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| Article Title :: The World Cup And The Forecast Ritual |
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| Brazil seems to be the World Cup favorite, but will they meet the expectations?The ritual of speculating about the possible winner belongs to the introduction of every World Cup. Such a ritual fulfills more than one function. It is a way of warming up for the supporters. They enter the game, even before the first match is played. Speculation is an emotional activity and emotion increases commitment; it turns you from mere spectator into a passionate supporter.And a team cannot without support. Imagine if the players would have to do without a crowded tribune; the game wouldn’t be the same. But back to Brazil, the favorite team of this World Cup.
Those that are genuine in (read full article) |
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| Category :: Soccer Articles |
Author :: David Walker |
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| Article Title :: World Cup 2006 Group Stage Review - Phase One - Part One |
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| All 32 teams have played one match each as the World Cup has begun in explosive fashion, but are things going according to plan for the favourites or are the underdogs having a say in proceedings? This is a short round-up of Groups A to D, of the results as they stand after one match.Group A1. Germany 3pts, 2. Ecuador 3pts, 3. Costa Rica 0pts, 4. Poland, 0ptsGermany kicked off the tournament in style with an entertaining 4-2 win against Costa Rica at odds of 1/4. Full back Phillip Lahm scored a cracking goal after six minutes to break the deadlock but veteran Paulo Wanchope levelled on 12. Miroslav Klose netted twice on 17 and 61 before Wanchope hauled his side back i (read full article) |
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| Category :: Soccer Articles |
Author :: David Walker |
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| Article Title :: World Cup 2006 Group Stage Review - Phase One - Part Two |
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| All 32 teams have played one match each as the World Cup has begun in explosive fashion, but are things going according to plan for the favourites or are the underdogs having a say in proceedings? This is a short round-up of Groups E to H, of the results as they stand after one match.Group E1. Czech Republic 3pts, 2. Italy 3pts, 3. Ghana 0pts, 4. USA 0ptsThe Czech Republic showed they have real dark horse credentials after sweeping aside the USA. Available at 33/1 to win the tournament outright before kick-off and even money to win their first match, the Czechs look to be a team worth following. They took just five minutes to break the deadlock through Jan Koller, who (read full article) |
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| Category :: Soccer Articles |
Author :: Keith MacLean |
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| Article Title :: World Cup Goalkeepers - Roberto Carlos Abbondanzieri |
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| Roberto Abbondanzieri, 33 years old, succeeded Pablo Cavallero as Argentina's number one after being given a chance by coach Jose Pekerman and has thrived in the spotlight since. Popularly known as El Pato or “The Duck”, Abbondanzieri’s professional debut took off in 1994 with Rosario Central, with whom he played until 1997. He then moved to Boca Juniors as their reserve goalkeeper. He trained in the shadow of Oscar Cordoba until February 2002 when Cordoba moved to Italian Perugia.Abbondanzieri won the World Club Cup with Boca Juniors in 2000 and 2003. Since then, Abbondanzieri has become a permanent feature in Boca’s goal and in June 2004, he became the goalkeeper for the (read full article) |
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| Category :: Soccer Articles |
Author :: Lance Winslow |
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| Article Title :: Hurricanes and Soccer Training Problems |
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| Hurricanes can often hurt your soccer training and prevent you from keeping your skills crisp in order to be successful in the game. If you are in a hurricane and you failed to listen to the mandatory evacuation then perhaps you can figure out a way to do your soccer training inside.For instance you can practice ball control in your garage by practicing aerial dribbling, which is keeping the ball from touching the ground. This is a good skill to learn for soccer because it helps with trapping the ball and controlling the ball during competition.Generally after hurricanes that are of large categories the power from the power company might be off for three to four weeks and (read full article) |
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| Category :: Soccer Articles |
Author :: Keith MacLean |
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| Article Title :: World Cup Goalkeepers - Stipe Pletikosa, Croatia |
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| Stipe Pletikosa is a Croatian goalkeeper who donned his country's jersey at the tender age of 20. It was a debut that won both applause as well as brickbats for the young lad. The praise came for his quick reflexes and for the speed with each Pletikosa moved in front of the goal line; the criticism was directed at his inability to handle high balls, despite a 193 cm frame.
This weakness cost the under-21 Croatian team dearly in the 2000 European championship. The team came last thanks to some clumsy work by Pletikosa under the bars.The wounded Pletikosa took the help of a former Croatian coach Mirko Jozi to overcome his weakness. His hard work paid off and he was soon back as his (read full article) |
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| Category :: Soccer Articles |
Author :: Keith MacLean |
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| Article Title :: World Cup Goalkeepers - Zeljko Kalac, Australia |
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| Zeljko Kalac is an Australian goalkeeper of Croatian descent who made his international debut in 1992. Since then he has played in over 50 international games, his most celebrated stint being with AC Milan.
Known as the Spider on account of his two meter plus frame and flailing arms, Kalac started his career with Sydney United. He later moved to Leicester in Europe but it was not an eventful sojourn.A call to Roda JC, a little later, gave Kalac the push he needed. The Dutch side reached the last 16 of the UEFA Cup in 2002, and Kalac moved to Serie A with Perugia. Luck smiled on Kalac when Perugia's fortunes dipped, and Kalac found himself as the back up keeper to the celebrated Di (read full article) |
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| Category :: Soccer Articles |
Author :: Keith MacLean |
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| Article Title :: World Cup Goalkeepers - Yoshikatsu Kawaguchi, Japan |
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| Yoshikatsu Kawaguchi is a Japanese goalkeeper known for his cheerful on field and off field behavior. He broke into the Japanese national football team quite early, and was hailed as a hero in his country's one-nil victory over Brazil in Olympics. He is known for his big-match temperament, and has saved many goals under crunch situations.Kawaguchi took to professional football soon after finishing high school. His first major stint was with Yokohama Flugels. This was followed by a highly successful stint with Yokohama Marinos (now known as Yokohama F. Marinos). His performance under the bars earned him a spot in the national team bound for the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.This was (read full article) |
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