You could of course fault the Swiss keeper but it still takes some skill to lob a goalie from 40 yards and this goal from Barcelona youngster Thiago Alcantara helped seal Spain’s win over Switzerland to secure the European Under 21 Championship title.
Archive for June, 2011
A truly memorable goal that killed off the United States and helped Mexico to Gold Cup glory after being two goals down. The Tottenham attacker has struggled to get Harry Redknapp’s attention and may well be destined for a move to La Liga and the youngster’s performances during the competition will have added a few million to his valuation.
Anfield side look to snap up promising midfielder.
Allianz Arena boss looks to capture Old Trafford duo.
Alex McLeish wants to bring back former Villa Park favourite from Eastlands.
Make sure you are not eating when watching this video because if you are then you may well end up vomiting back on to your plate. This is further proof, if needed, that 3rd place play-offs are officially more trouble than they are worth!. Spotted on the always excellent Who Ate All The Pies.
Mexico came from two goals down to cap a wonderful Gold Cup campaign to beat the United States in the final in Pasadena.
Goals from Ander Herrera and Thiago Alcantara helped Spain ease past Switzerland and clinch a European Under 21 Championship triumph that somehow always felt inevitable.
In no particular order and merely to illustrate just how much talent will be on display at the Copa America next month, here are 20 players who are at the peak of their powers at present. Before anyone asks, Javier Hernandez will not be representing Mexico at the tournament in Argentina, therefore is not on this list.
And we thought things in the Mediterranean country couldn’t get any worse.
So this is a viral video that is doing the rounds and many are not sure what exactly the clip alludes to or indeed what the video is promoting. However we here at CaughtOffside are fully aware what this is in aid of, but we have been sworn to secrecy, all will be revealed soon though!
Transfer Rumour Round-Up. The run-down on the latest rumours and speculation.
Joey Barton is using Twitter to good effect. The Social Networking site has helped dispel some myths about the Newcastle United man and perhaps the once tempestuous young man has matured and become a better person? On the field of play one winced every time he lost possession because such an act would usually result in the terrier chasing down an opponent before scything them down petulantly. That dark side appears to have vanished and he has used Twitter as a good tool to communicate his thoughts to the masses, it also helped him meet one of his idols, Morrissey, as this photo attests. You can follow Joey on Twitter by keeping an eye on his account @Joey7Barton
Old Trafford boss interested in Honduras international.

















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