Group B is arguably the hardest tournament with teams that have vast experience in this sort of tournament. I think it will be an incredible achievement to any team who gets out of this group, as they will definitely deserve it. Group B teams: Netherlands – Denmark – Germany – Portugal Taken from Stock Fresh Netherlands 

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A criticism labelled at Arsenal throughout the 2011/12 season, was the over reliance on Robin Van Persie to not only score goals, but to create chances for his team-mates. With the signing of Lukas Podolski, Arsene Wenger has attempted to take some of the strain off the Dutchman’s shoulders – yet the lack of a true 

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Taken from What Culture Brendan Rodgers was never favored over Roberto Martinez for the Liverpool job at any stage, after the announcement of Dalglish’s departure from the Merseyside club. From initial reports of Kenny’s sacking, people were certain the vacant position would be Martinez’s for the taking. Everything seemed to be in place, talks were taking 

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Taken from Gambling Kingz For Liverpool fans, 2011/12 was an emotional roller coaster of a season; with some ups, like winning the League Cup, but too many downs. In fact, far too many downs to normally cram into one season. It was one that began with aspirations of challenging for a Champions League spot, but Liverpool’s 

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Taken from CNN With Pep Guardiola and Roberto Martinez in the frame for the coaching role at Liverpool, a fan can only sit back and watch as it unfolds.At first it was George Gillet and Tom Hicks. Now John Henry is failing us, or at least that’s the dominant chronicle of a Liverpool fan. Confidence 

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Drogba with the winning penalty in the Champions League final (Taken from the Wall Street Journal) It is one of the most anticipated moments in football, yet also one of the most the most feared. One of the most climactic moments, yet potentially one of the most disappointing. One of the most emphatic moments, but 

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“Certainly Dario does not underestimate this lad’s talent. He’s got natural ability and Dario said, in his view, there is no reason why Nick cannot play at the highest level of league football.” “I think he’s one of the best there has been”- John Bowler 28/05/2022 Powell with Gradi holding the League One Young Player of 

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Taken from The Shed End Chelsea have signed Belgian winger Eden Hazard from Ligue 1 side Lille, the player confirmed via his Twitter page. After hours of waiting, Hazard sent the tweet saying he will join the “champions of Europe”. Before May the 19th, Hazard may well have chosen a different destination. Regardless of who is managing 

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On the 8th of June 2012, the Euros will be in full colour in Poland and Ukraine. 16 teams will be representing their beloved nations and will hope to take the prestigious trophy back to their people. Here is a rundown of the 4 groups taking part.  Group A: Czech Republic - Greece – Poland- Russia Taken 

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Barcelona: Possible/Rumored Transfer Targets

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Barcelona apparently have €100m to spend on transfers this transfer window and will be offloading some of the players currently on the wage bill including Keita, possibly with Dani Alves and Ibrahim Afellay, who all could be on their way out if solid bids come in for them.With a team like Barcelona, there is always 

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Taken from TWNR D.O.B: August 7, 1973 (38)Position: DefenderStatus: Retired - Assistant coach at Melbourne VictoryClubs: Sunshine George Cross, Heidelberg United, South Melbourne, Crystal Palace, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Glasgow Rangers, Millwall, Melbourne VictoryNational Team: Australia (51 games, 10 goals)AchievementsRangers: SPL Championship, Scottish Cup, Scottish league Cup - 2002-03Melbourne Victory: A-League Championship - 2006-07 and 2008-09      

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Taken from Arsenal’s Official Website As many of you may know, Arsenal have hooked up 16 year old German youngster, Serge Gnabry. Serge has a rare talent most players can only wish for. The presence, pace, physicality and determination of this boy is second to none.The German born midfielder was brought into the Arsenal Under 18’s 

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Taken from The Sun Just over a week ago, 22 year old Ryan Bertrand made his first ever European appearance in the most elaborate way possible, in the Champions League final. Bertrand lasted 74 minutes in the match, as he gave an assured performance, and he certainly wasn’t overawed by the occasion, as many feared. So 

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The summer transfer window is often just full of speculation and ‘will they won’t they deals’. Here is a run down of some of the transfer targets that could happen.Eden Hazard Taken from Sabotage Times A lot of different stories have been produced about this Belgium wonder kid for some time now. Some reports suggest 

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Taken from Top News Today Checking his Twitter page just about now shows what I have always known for quite a while that: “Denial is the first stage of grief”. Maybe the grief there should be replaced with “Done deal rumours”. When speaking about the importance of the Gunners signing players, he said it was imperative that 

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Heaven knows why, but the PFA cast their votes half way through the season, but like most sensible thinkers, I’ve waited till the season ended and taken everything into consideration before opting for my Premier League XI of the 2011/12 season.Goalkeeper:  Joe Hart – Man City Taken from Manchester Evening News Who else this season? 

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Taken from Suite Life Today is the day when two of the most illustrious football clubs in Spain do battle for the right to be bestowed upon the title of Copa Del Rey champions. Outgoing Barcelona manager, Pep Guardiola, would want nothing more than victory before handing over the reins of leadership to protege, Tito 

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Arsenal: Season Review/Fan Awards

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Taken from Soccer Training Info Worst start in 50 years, an 8-2 drubbing away at Man United, a 4-3 loss to the recently relegated Blackburn, a pre-season injury to our brightest talent and the sale of two of our star players. Not the best way to start your campaign. But 10 months later and Arsenal 

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