The footballing world was outraged when France forward Thierry Henry used his hand to set up William Gallas goal against the Republic of Ireland in their World Cup play-off. Gallas extra time goal in the second leg resulted in Irelands elimination,
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Are the Irish set to be given their World Cup chance?
Dec 2nd, 2009 | Source: Soccer Pie | Category: Arsenal latest newsPremiership preview Could you pick a winner?
Oct 14th, 2009 | Source: Soccer Pie | Category: Top storyThe Premier League is set to resume following the international break and this round will definitely favour the teams that didnt have a lot of players away on international duty. Carlo Ancelotti, Sir Alex Ferguson and Arsene Wenger among others will be
Who is Eduardo Salvio?
Aug 15th, 2009 | Source: Soccer Pie | Category: Arsenal latest newsAfter many biddings and offers of the biggest European clubs, the guy Diego Maradona proclaimed the biggest hope of Argentinean football ended up in Fiorentina. The experts believe that this is a smart move as he will have enough space to play, which is
City to spend 300 million on new players
Jul 14th, 2009 | Source: Soccer Pie | Category: Top storyAfter bringing Barry, Santa Cruz and Tevez, Arab owners want to continue their spending spree. Next up are Adebayor and Terry, who will cost around 150 million, including their wage bills, but Sheikh Al Mansour is looking to spend another 150 million
Marouane Chamakh to replace Adebayor at Arsenal
Jul 3rd, 2009 | Source: Soccer Pie | Category: Top storyArsenal striker Emanuel Adebayor has been heavily linked with a move away from the Emirates but despite the big interest from Milan and several other clubs, his future remains unresolved. Arsene Wenger is confident Adebayor will stay at the club, but he
Hangeland on the verge of joining Gunners, or is he?
May 26th, 2009 | Source: Soccer Pie | Category: Arsenal latest newsThis season has been an utter disappointment for Arsenal fans and Arsene Wenger is determined not to let something similar happen next season, thus he has already started searching for new signings that could finally help Arsenal mount a serious title challenge. It is in defence that Gunners had the most problems this season, and [...]
The five best Premier League signings of the season
May 24th, 2009 | Source: Soccer Pie | Category: Top storiesThere hasnt been a great deal of business done that has impressed me in the Premier League this season. Stoke boss Tony Pulis deserves a mention though, he has picked up some great bargains. Here are my thoughts on the best buys of the Premier League season 2008/09.
Abdoulaye Faye, Stoke City
Man-mountain Abdoulaye Faye has been [...]
What does Arsen Wenger want?
May 22nd, 2009 | Source: Soccer Pie | Category: Top storiesI cant figure out the point of Wenger’s public displays. The pressure on the club to enable him to compete with Manchester United’s budget or asking fans for the unconditional support in his production of players that eventually leave the club in search for more money?
Are we going to be cruel with the French revolutionary [...]
Who is Wilson Eduardo?
May 20th, 2009 | Source: Soccer Pie | Category: Arsenal latest newsThis young man is a well kept secret in Sporting Lisbon, but scouts from English clubs saw him in youth squad games and U19 national squad.
The numbers are incredible; Wilson Eduardo is scoring more than a goal per game in youth categories. It is obvious that he has grown past his peers, but the Lisbon [...]
Has the time come for Wenger to say goodbye?
May 18th, 2009 | Source: Soccer Pie | Category: Top storiesThis has been utterly disappointing season for Arsenal as they have missed out on all the major trophies, again. Arsene Wenger did have some problems with injured players but that cannot be an excuse for the poor results. The aforementioned players have returned for the decisive battles of the season, but they couldnt help the [...]