CaughtOffside » West Ham FC http://www.caughtoffside.com English Premier League Football News Blog Tue, 21 May 2013 22:30:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5 Top Ten Long Running Transfer Sagas That Will Finally End This Summerhttp://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/top-ten-long-running-transfer-sagas-that-will-finally-end-this-summer/ http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/top-ten-long-running-transfer-sagas-that-will-finally-end-this-summer/#comments Tue, 21 May 2013 22:28:40 +0000 Mark Brus http://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=145914 Top ten signings that will finally be completed in the upcoming summer transfer window.

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Jaoa Moutinho Porto

10. Joao Moutinho (Porto to Tottenham)

Tottenham made a late attempt to sign Joao Moutinho from Porto towards the end of last summer's transfer window as a replacement for the departing attacking midfield duo of Luka Modric to Real Madrid and Rafael van der Vaart to Hamburg. Andre Villas-Boas knows Moutinho from when the two were together at Porto, and saw the playmaker as an ideal addition to his squad. However, a move failed to materalise and the 26-year-old stayed in Portugal.

It is now being rumoured that Spurs will try for him again this summer, with Villas-Boas determined to land his man. Moutinho would still be useful at White Hart Lane as adequate replacements for Modric and van der Vaart were never really found; Gylfi Sigurdsson and Clint Dempsey have had inconsistent seasons and may even be sold this summer to fund a move for Moutinho, who they hope would help push them to that elusive fourth spot. The North Londoners may face competition from Monaco for his signature, but he's certainly unlikely to be at Porto for much longer.



Andre Schurrle Bayer Leverkusen

9. Andre Schurrle (Bayer Leverkusen to Chelsea)

Chelsea nearly signed this talented German winger last summer, and remain fond of his skills. A year on, his stock has risen even higher, with more fine performances in the Bundesliga, confirming him as one of the best of many talented young players coming through in Germany at the moment. The 22-year-old attacker has 11 goals and 7 assists this season and is being widely tipped to seal a move to Stamford Bridge in the coming weeks, as the club's owners have confirmed he will be leaving.

Schurrle himself has also said himself that he has played his last game for Bayer Leverkusen, and unless someone else makes a late bid, Chelsea will surely be his destination. He will cost around £20million and looks a promising signing for the Blues, who will hope he can provide something a bit different in their attacking midfield positions, or even play upfront on occasion and prove more of a goal threat than the misfiring Fernando Torres.



Leighton Baines

8. Leighton Baines (Everton to Manchester United)

Leighton Baines has been one of the best full-backs in the Premier League for a number of years now, looking set for big things ever since impressing as a youngster at Wigan. Last season he finally looked like making a big move to Manchester United, though a deal was never completed between the two sides. He has gone on to improve even more this season, scoring 5 goals and providing 5 assists from left-back, and showing himself to be a great attacking threat with his forward runs, long range shots and teasing crosses.

With David Moyes leaving Everton to take over from Sir Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford, he is understandably keen to push a deal through this summer. United could do with strengthening at left-back, where Patrice Evra looks somewhat past his best, and backup Alexander Buttner has not looked like becoming first choice with his displays this season. Baines looks like an excellent signing, and he will surely welcome the chance to link up with Moyes once again.



Bacary Sagna PSG

7. Bacary Sagna (Arsenal to PSG)

Bacary Sagna has been something of an unsung hero for the Gunners, proving a reliable and consistent performer in his six seasons at the Emirates Stadium. However, the French right-back's time at the club may now be coming to an end, as speculation has increased over the last few months that he will leave the club. The 30-year-old has failed to agree on a new contract after being locked in talks for much of the season, and criticised the club earlier in the year for selling key duo Robin van Persie and Alex Song last summer.

PSG have been monitoring his situation and seem his most likely destination, as he has admitted he would not rule out a move to the French capital. Sagna has one year to go on his current contract, and may leave on a free at the end of next season, though it seems more likely that Arsenal will want to cash in on him now, with PSG and others willing to offer around £12million for his services. It will be another big blow to Arsene Wenger, as he faces the inevitable exit of a key player due to a lack of ambition and progress in recent years.



Tevez Swansea City

6. Carlos Tevez (Manchester City to...?)

Carlos Tevez looked certain to be leaving Manchester City early last season after a major falling out with manager Roberto Mancini, when he refused to come on as a substitute against Bayern Munich in a Champions League game. The Argentine had long made it clear that he wanted to leave England to be closer to his family in Argentina, but had failed to agree a move away in the summer. A number of Italian clubs, such as AC Milan and Inter Milan, were reportedly close to signing him that January, but were perhaps not willing to pay City's asking price due to understandable worries over the player's attitude and discipline.

Tevez ended up staying at the club, and worked on his fitness and form to get himself back in the team towards the end of the season, aiding them in their title triumph. He continued to improve this season, playing regularly without any fuss, but is still understood to be keen on a move away. Juventus and Monaco are now said to be the main contenders to sign him, and he could be one of many players to leave the Etihad Stadium this summer as they look to make some changes to a team that gave Manchester United a fairly easy ride in winning the Premier League title this year.



Robert Lewandowski

5. Robert Lewandowski (Borussia Dortmund to Bayern Munich)

The Polish striker's name has been on everyone's lips for the last year after emerging as one of Europe's best strikers at Borussia Dortmund. The goals have flowed once again for the 24-year-old in another superb season, and he really put himself in the shop window with an incredible four goals in his side's 4-1 win against Real Madrid in the semi-finals of the Champions League. Manchester United wanted to sign him last summer, but ended up signing Robin van Persie from Arsenal instead.

The Red Devils are still keen on him this year, as their search for strikers continues with the likely departures of Wayne Rooney and Javier Hernandez, and Chelsea have also been linked with him. However, this transfer saga looks likely to end with Lewandowski joining Dortmund's fierce rivals Bayern Munich. The Bundesliga champions are understood to be his preference, and that will hurt Dortmund fans, even if he can give them a parting gift with some goals against Bayern as they meet in this weekend's Champions League final.



Jovetic 24m

4. Stevan Jovetic (Fiorentina to Arsenal)

The Montenegro forward has been strongly linked with Arsenal since January, and rumours are hotting up that a deal is now close to bring him to the Emirates Stadium this summer. Manchester City have previously been linked with the 23-year-old, and Juventus have been said to be considering a late bid to hijack the deal, but it seems increasingly likely that he will be wearing an Arsenal shirt next season.

Jovetic is one of Serie A's brightest talents, making an impact since joining Fiorentina from Partizan Belgrade as a teenager, and continuing his fine form with 13 goals and 5 assists for La Viola this season. The skilful player should slot perfectly into Arsenal's system, and will likely be confirmed as an Arsenal player in the next few weeks.



Carroll Tottenham

3. Andy Carroll (Liverpool to...?)

The bizarre story of Andy Carroll's time at Anfield should finally come to an end this summer. Despite signing for a club-record fee of £35million, the former Newcastle man has flopped spectacularly for the club and they now can't wait to get rid of him. He barely featured for the team last season and they did their best to offload him last summer, with Newcastle supposedly keen on taking him back to St James' Park. In the end he was farmed out on loan to West Ham, where he has done fairly well this season.

A seemingly archetypal Sam Allardyce type of player, the Hammers are keen to keep him permanently for next season, though negotiations are ongoing. Liverpool's asking price may still be too high at £17million, as they look to make back a decent chunk of the fee they paid for him. His style of play means he is very unlikely to stay at the club under Brendan Rodgers, but it remains to be seen who will take him on next year. It'll either be West Ham or Newcastle, though big-spending French club Monaco have also shown a surprise interest in the England international.



De Rossi Man city

2. Daniele De Rossi (Roma to Manchester City)

Roberto Mancini is known to be a big fan of Roma midfielder Daniele De Rossi, and tried several times to sign him when he was at Manchester City. Though the Italian manager has now been sacked by the club, their interest in the 29-year-old remains, and it seems likely that with Gareth Barry and Javi Garcia possibly leaving the Etihad Stadium in the summer, new boss Manuel Pellegrini will bid for the Italy international again.

The 29-year-old could be available for just £10million due to a slight dip in form with Roma making him no longer considered to be such a key player, but City still see him as a better option than many of their current central midfielders. Other players of this kind have been linked with City, such as Fernandinho of Shakhtar Donetsk, though the Brazilian would be far more expensive than De Rossi. All signs point to City finally landing their man, who has spent his entire career so far in Rome.



Neymar Man City

1. Neymar (Santos to Barcelona)

Probably the best young player in the world, everyone has been waiting for Santos star Neymar to make a move to Europe ever since he burst onto the scene a few years ago as a teenager. Now 21, he has an incredible 136 goals for the Brazilian side and regularly dazzles defenders with his superb dribbling skills. He looks like being the next Lionel Messi, and could be lining up alongside the Argentine star at Barcelona next season. Barca are favourites to land him, and have been for a number of years, due to an obvious compatibility between the club and the player in terms of style of play and a philosophy at the Nou Camp of nurturing talented young players.

Neymar is said to prefer a switch to Barcelona, though recent reports suggest there could be a snag in the deal to bring him to the club, due to a disagreement between the two clubs over a transfer fee. Real Madrid may look to make a late move for him, and Chelsea and Manchester City are also monitoring the situation, but from a neutral point of view, most football fans will probably be hoping he ends up at Barcelona, as it seems the best place for him to make the most out of his talents. They will still be favourites to get him, though, and this deal, which would be one of the signings of the summer, could be completed after the Confederations Cup, in which Neymar will be representing Brazil.

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Jaoa Moutinho Porto

10. Joao Moutinho (Porto to Tottenham)

Tottenham made a late attempt to sign Joao Moutinho from Porto towards the end of last summer's transfer window as a replacement for the departing attacking midfield duo of Luka Modric to Real Madrid and Rafael van der Vaart to Hamburg. Andre Villas-Boas knows Moutinho from when the two were together at Porto, and saw the playmaker as an ideal addition to his squad. However, a move failed to materalise and the 26-year-old stayed in Portugal.

It is now being rumoured that Spurs will try for him again this summer, with Villas-Boas determined to land his man. Moutinho would still be useful at White Hart Lane as adequate replacements for Modric and van der Vaart were never really found; Gylfi Sigurdsson and Clint Dempsey have had inconsistent seasons and may even be sold this summer to fund a move for Moutinho, who they hope would help push them to that elusive fourth spot. The North Londoners may face competition from Monaco for his signature, but he's certainly unlikely to be at Porto for much longer.



Andre Schurrle Bayer Leverkusen

9. Andre Schurrle (Bayer Leverkusen to Chelsea)

Chelsea nearly signed this talented German winger last summer, and remain fond of his skills. A year on, his stock has risen even higher, with more fine performances in the Bundesliga, confirming him as one of the best of many talented young players coming through in Germany at the moment. The 22-year-old attacker has 11 goals and 7 assists this season and is being widely tipped to seal a move to Stamford Bridge in the coming weeks, as the club's owners have confirmed he will be leaving.

Schurrle himself has also said himself that he has played his last game for Bayer Leverkusen, and unless someone else makes a late bid, Chelsea will surely be his destination. He will cost around £20million and looks a promising signing for the Blues, who will hope he can provide something a bit different in their attacking midfield positions, or even play upfront on occasion and prove more of a goal threat than the misfiring Fernando Torres.



Leighton Baines

8. Leighton Baines (Everton to Manchester United)

Leighton Baines has been one of the best full-backs in the Premier League for a number of years now, looking set for big things ever since impressing as a youngster at Wigan. Last season he finally looked like making a big move to Manchester United, though a deal was never completed between the two sides. He has gone on to improve even more this season, scoring 5 goals and providing 5 assists from left-back, and showing himself to be a great attacking threat with his forward runs, long range shots and teasing crosses.

With David Moyes leaving Everton to take over from Sir Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford, he is understandably keen to push a deal through this summer. United could do with strengthening at left-back, where Patrice Evra looks somewhat past his best, and backup Alexander Buttner has not looked like becoming first choice with his displays this season. Baines looks like an excellent signing, and he will surely welcome the chance to link up with Moyes once again.



Bacary Sagna PSG

7. Bacary Sagna (Arsenal to PSG)

Bacary Sagna has been something of an unsung hero for the Gunners, proving a reliable and consistent performer in his six seasons at the Emirates Stadium. However, the French right-back's time at the club may now be coming to an end, as speculation has increased over the last few months that he will leave the club. The 30-year-old has failed to agree on a new contract after being locked in talks for much of the season, and criticised the club earlier in the year for selling key duo Robin van Persie and Alex Song last summer.

PSG have been monitoring his situation and seem his most likely destination, as he has admitted he would not rule out a move to the French capital. Sagna has one year to go on his current contract, and may leave on a free at the end of next season, though it seems more likely that Arsenal will want to cash in on him now, with PSG and others willing to offer around £12million for his services. It will be another big blow to Arsene Wenger, as he faces the inevitable exit of a key player due to a lack of ambition and progress in recent years.



Tevez Swansea City

6. Carlos Tevez (Manchester City to...?)

Carlos Tevez looked certain to be leaving Manchester City early last season after a major falling out with manager Roberto Mancini, when he refused to come on as a substitute against Bayern Munich in a Champions League game. The Argentine had long made it clear that he wanted to leave England to be closer to his family in Argentina, but had failed to agree a move away in the summer. A number of Italian clubs, such as AC Milan and Inter Milan, were reportedly close to signing him that January, but were perhaps not willing to pay City's asking price due to understandable worries over the player's attitude and discipline.

Tevez ended up staying at the club, and worked on his fitness and form to get himself back in the team towards the end of the season, aiding them in their title triumph. He continued to improve this season, playing regularly without any fuss, but is still understood to be keen on a move away. Juventus and Monaco are now said to be the main contenders to sign him, and he could be one of many players to leave the Etihad Stadium this summer as they look to make some changes to a team that gave Manchester United a fairly easy ride in winning the Premier League title this year.



Robert Lewandowski

5. Robert Lewandowski (Borussia Dortmund to Bayern Munich)

The Polish striker's name has been on everyone's lips for the last year after emerging as one of Europe's best strikers at Borussia Dortmund. The goals have flowed once again for the 24-year-old in another superb season, and he really put himself in the shop window with an incredible four goals in his side's 4-1 win against Real Madrid in the semi-finals of the Champions League. Manchester United wanted to sign him last summer, but ended up signing Robin van Persie from Arsenal instead.

The Red Devils are still keen on him this year, as their search for strikers continues with the likely departures of Wayne Rooney and Javier Hernandez, and Chelsea have also been linked with him. However, this transfer saga looks likely to end with Lewandowski joining Dortmund's fierce rivals Bayern Munich. The Bundesliga champions are understood to be his preference, and that will hurt Dortmund fans, even if he can give them a parting gift with some goals against Bayern as they meet in this weekend's Champions League final.



Jovetic 24m

4. Stevan Jovetic (Fiorentina to Arsenal)

The Montenegro forward has been strongly linked with Arsenal since January, and rumours are hotting up that a deal is now close to bring him to the Emirates Stadium this summer. Manchester City have previously been linked with the 23-year-old, and Juventus have been said to be considering a late bid to hijack the deal, but it seems increasingly likely that he will be wearing an Arsenal shirt next season.

Jovetic is one of Serie A's brightest talents, making an impact since joining Fiorentina from Partizan Belgrade as a teenager, and continuing his fine form with 13 goals and 5 assists for La Viola this season. The skilful player should slot perfectly into Arsenal's system, and will likely be confirmed as an Arsenal player in the next few weeks.



Carroll Tottenham

3. Andy Carroll (Liverpool to...?)

The bizarre story of Andy Carroll's time at Anfield should finally come to an end this summer. Despite signing for a club-record fee of £35million, the former Newcastle man has flopped spectacularly for the club and they now can't wait to get rid of him. He barely featured for the team last season and they did their best to offload him last summer, with Newcastle supposedly keen on taking him back to St James' Park. In the end he was farmed out on loan to West Ham, where he has done fairly well this season.

A seemingly archetypal Sam Allardyce type of player, the Hammers are keen to keep him permanently for next season, though negotiations are ongoing. Liverpool's asking price may still be too high at £17million, as they look to make back a decent chunk of the fee they paid for him. His style of play means he is very unlikely to stay at the club under Brendan Rodgers, but it remains to be seen who will take him on next year. It'll either be West Ham or Newcastle, though big-spending French club Monaco have also shown a surprise interest in the England international.



De Rossi Man city

2. Daniele De Rossi (Roma to Manchester City)

Roberto Mancini is known to be a big fan of Roma midfielder Daniele De Rossi, and tried several times to sign him when he was at Manchester City. Though the Italian manager has now been sacked by the club, their interest in the 29-year-old remains, and it seems likely that with Gareth Barry and Javi Garcia possibly leaving the Etihad Stadium in the summer, new boss Manuel Pellegrini will bid for the Italy international again.

The 29-year-old could be available for just £10million due to a slight dip in form with Roma making him no longer considered to be such a key player, but City still see him as a better option than many of their current central midfielders. Other players of this kind have been linked with City, such as Fernandinho of Shakhtar Donetsk, though the Brazilian would be far more expensive than De Rossi. All signs point to City finally landing their man, who has spent his entire career so far in Rome.



Neymar Man City

1. Neymar (Santos to Barcelona)

Probably the best young player in the world, everyone has been waiting for Santos star Neymar to make a move to Europe ever since he burst onto the scene a few years ago as a teenager. Now 21, he has an incredible 136 goals for the Brazilian side and regularly dazzles defenders with his superb dribbling skills. He looks like being the next Lionel Messi, and could be lining up alongside the Argentine star at Barcelona next season. Barca are favourites to land him, and have been for a number of years, due to an obvious compatibility between the club and the player in terms of style of play and a philosophy at the Nou Camp of nurturing talented young players.

Neymar is said to prefer a switch to Barcelona, though recent reports suggest there could be a snag in the deal to bring him to the club, due to a disagreement between the two clubs over a transfer fee. Real Madrid may look to make a late move for him, and Chelsea and Manchester City are also monitoring the situation, but from a neutral point of view, most football fans will probably be hoping he ends up at Barcelona, as it seems the best place for him to make the most out of his talents. They will still be favourites to get him, though, and this deal, which would be one of the signings of the summer, could be completed after the Confederations Cup, in which Neymar will be representing Brazil.

]]> http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/top-ten-long-running-transfer-sagas-that-will-finally-end-this-summer/feed/ 0 Mark BrusTue, 21 May 13 23:28:40 +0000Top ten signings that will finally be completed in the upcoming summer transfer window. West Ham Seal Deal to Sign Romanian Full-Back Razvan Rathttp://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/west-ham-seal-deal-to-sign-romanian-full-back-razvan-rat/ http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/west-ham-seal-deal-to-sign-romanian-full-back-razvan-rat/#comments Tue, 21 May 2013 22:09:11 +0000 Steven Green http://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=145930 There's a Rat in Upton Park, what am I gonna do?

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West Ham United have finally completed a deal to bring Shakhtar Donetsk defender Razvan Rat to the club, according to talkSPORT.

The 31-year-old full back becomes Sam Allardyce's first signing of the summer ahead of a busy window that could see him bring in up to five more players.

Rat has been a long time target of the east London club and his arrival has been most welcome as first choice left-back George McCartney has missed the bulk of the campaign through injury.

The Romanian international will add some much needed culture and experience to West Ham's defence, having played extensively in the Champions League and featuring for his national side at Euro 2008. Rat has 88 caps for Romania and is said to be very excited at the prospect of challenging himself in the Premier League.

His departure from Shakhtar ends a ten year association with the club that has seen him bag six Ukrainian League titles, four Ukrainian Cup wins, three Ukrainian Super Cups and one Uefa Cup in 2009.

He has made just under 300 appearances for the side, scoring ten goals.

A pre-agreement had thought to be in place in March, but both player and club denied the rumours, but now he has ended months of speculation by finally joining the Hammers.

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West Ham United have finally completed a deal to bring Shakhtar Donetsk defender Razvan Rat to the club, according to talkSPORT.

The 31-year-old full back becomes Sam Allardyce's first signing of the summer ahead of a busy window that could see him bring in up to five more players.

Rat has been a long time target of the east London club and his arrival has been most welcome as first choice left-back George McCartney has missed the bulk of the campaign through injury.

The Romanian international will add some much needed culture and experience to West Ham's defence, having played extensively in the Champions League and featuring for his national side at Euro 2008. Rat has 88 caps for Romania and is said to be very excited at the prospect of challenging himself in the Premier League.

His departure from Shakhtar ends a ten year association with the club that has seen him bag six Ukrainian League titles, four Ukrainian Cup wins, three Ukrainian Super Cups and one Uefa Cup in 2009.

He has made just under 300 appearances for the side, scoring ten goals.

A pre-agreement had thought to be in place in March, but both player and club denied the rumours, but now he has ended months of speculation by finally joining the Hammers.

]]> http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/west-ham-seal-deal-to-sign-romanian-full-back-razvan-rat/feed/ 0 Steven GreenTue, 21 May 13 23:09:11 +0000There's a Rat in Upton Park, what am I gonna do? Liverpool Agree £15m Permanent Andy Carroll Sale Deal With West Hamhttp://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/liverpool-agree-15m-permanent-andy-carroll-sale-deal-with-west-ham/ http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/liverpool-agree-15m-permanent-andy-carroll-sale-deal-with-west-ham/#comments Tue, 21 May 2013 18:28:43 +0000 The Newshound http://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=145925 Anfield striker set for Upton Park move?



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Liverpool have agreed a £15m deal with West Ham for striker Andy Carroll according to the BBC.

The two sides have complete terms on a permanent sale of the England international though the 24 year old is still to agree to the move with Newcastle United also said to be taking a keen interest in the powerful forward.

Liverpool paid £35m for Carroll back in January 2011 but after managing just six goals in 44 Premier League fixtures for the Anfield side he was sent out on loan to the Upton Park side where he has enjoyed a relatively successful loan spell, scoring seven goals in 23 appearances.

Carroll certainly fits Sam Allardyce's style of play but the Hammers boss has earmarked a move for Vitesse Arnhem hot-shot Wilfried Bony if he fails to secure Carroll on a permanent deal.

Andy Carroll will have to think long and hard about this next move knowing that regular first team football is key to his hopes of a spot in Roy Hodgson's World Cup squad for 2014 and with no other concrete offers on the table a move to join West Ham could well be the ideal one to make.

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Liverpool have agreed a £15m deal with West Ham for striker Andy Carroll according to the BBC.

The two sides have complete terms on a permanent sale of the England international though the 24 year old is still to agree to the move with Newcastle United also said to be taking a keen interest in the powerful forward.

Liverpool paid £35m for Carroll back in January 2011 but after managing just six goals in 44 Premier League fixtures for the Anfield side he was sent out on loan to the Upton Park side where he has enjoyed a relatively successful loan spell, scoring seven goals in 23 appearances.

Carroll certainly fits Sam Allardyce's style of play but the Hammers boss has earmarked a move for Vitesse Arnhem hot-shot Wilfried Bony if he fails to secure Carroll on a permanent deal.

Andy Carroll will have to think long and hard about this next move knowing that regular first team football is key to his hopes of a spot in Roy Hodgson's World Cup squad for 2014 and with no other concrete offers on the table a move to join West Ham could well be the ideal one to make.

]]> http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/liverpool-agree-15m-permanent-andy-carroll-sale-deal-with-west-ham/feed/ 0 The NewshoundTue, 21 May 13 19:28:43 +0000Anfield striker set for Upton Park move? Kevin Nolan Fears Andy Carroll West Ham Snubhttp://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/kevin-nolan-fears-andy-carroll-west-ham-snub/ http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/kevin-nolan-fears-andy-carroll-west-ham-snub/#comments Tue, 21 May 2013 18:08:09 +0000 Steven Green http://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=145875 Striker may go elsewhere for European football.

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West Ham United captain Kevin Nolan fears that Andy Carroll may reject a move to the club in favour of going elsewhere to play European football next season, The Daily Star reports.

Carroll has impressed at Upton Park this season, scoring seven goals in 24 appearances to help the club to a respectable mid-table finish and manager Sam Allardyce has made no secret about wanting to tie him down to a longer deal.

However, club captain and former Newcastle teammate Kevin Nolan has expressed his doubts over whether a move will actually go ahead as he believes Carroll may have his head turned by European football.

“Andy is a clever lad, he knows he has got to play football," he said.

“If he gets offered a club in the Champions League or the Europa League, then he has got to make the decision.

“I know he has enjoyed his time here, you can see that on the pitch. He gets on well with all the lads, so we will see what happens.”

Liverpool are reported to be keen to offload the 24-year-old for a fee of around £17 million but the Hammers are apparently keen to lower them down to £10 million. However, with Spurs and Monaco interested the east Londoners may miss out him altogether.

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West Ham United captain Kevin Nolan fears that Andy Carroll may reject a move to the club in favour of going elsewhere to play European football next season, The Daily Star reports.

Carroll has impressed at Upton Park this season, scoring seven goals in 24 appearances to help the club to a respectable mid-table finish and manager Sam Allardyce has made no secret about wanting to tie him down to a longer deal.

However, club captain and former Newcastle teammate Kevin Nolan has expressed his doubts over whether a move will actually go ahead as he believes Carroll may have his head turned by European football.

“Andy is a clever lad, he knows he has got to play football," he said.

“If he gets offered a club in the Champions League or the Europa League, then he has got to make the decision.

“I know he has enjoyed his time here, you can see that on the pitch. He gets on well with all the lads, so we will see what happens.”

Liverpool are reported to be keen to offload the 24-year-old for a fee of around £17 million but the Hammers are apparently keen to lower them down to £10 million. However, with Spurs and Monaco interested the east Londoners may miss out him altogether.

]]> http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/kevin-nolan-fears-andy-carroll-west-ham-snub/feed/ 0 Steven GreenTue, 21 May 13 19:08:09 +0000Striker may go elsewhere for European football. Top Ten Premier League Central, Holding Or Defensive Midfielders In 2012/13http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/top-ten-premier-league-central-holding-or-defensive-midfielders-in-201213/ http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/top-ten-premier-league-central-holding-or-defensive-midfielders-in-201213/#comments Tue, 21 May 2013 15:58:30 +0000 Mad Dog and Glory http://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=145767 It's end of season poll time.



We will invite our readers to vote in a poll that will help us to produce a Premier League Best XI of 2012/13.

Today is the turn of the central, holding or defensive midfielders.

Schneiderlin

Morgan Schneiderlin (Southampton)

French midfielder has been excellent in his first season in the top flight, a real St Mary's cult hero proving that as well as helping the Saints in League One and the Championship the 23 year old can more than cut it in the Premier League.

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Michael Carrick (Man United)

England veteran has been virtually flawless this season, barely putting a foot wrong and being the first name on Sir Alex Ferguson's team-sheet.

Parker West Ham

Scott Parker (Tottenham)

Battling White Hart Lane enforcer has had a solid season at the heart of the Spurs midfield.

McCarthy Arsenal

James McCarthy (Wigan Athletic)

Youngster has still impressed despite the Latics failing to avoid the drop.

Yacob Man United

Claudio Yacob (West Brom)

Argentine was especially effective in the first half of the season and has gone on to complete a superb first term in English football.



Soccer - Barclays Premier League - Everton v Manchester City - Goodison Park

Darron Gibson (Everton)

Toffees midfielder has proved himself adept at breaking down opposition advances and more than capable of pushing Everton forwards to boot.

Arteta Pen

Mikel Arteta (Arsenal)

Spaniard has been used in an unfamiliar holding role this term to make up for the loss of Alex Song and Arteta hasn't been found wanting.

Diame Liverpool

Mohamed Diame (West Ham)

Hammers midfielder was excellent in the early months of the season, sparking talk of a January exit, has shown a return to form in recent weeks to help West Ham secure a top ten finish.

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Sandro (Tottenham)

Brazilian has had been out injured since late January but his displays up to that point certainly warrant a spot on this list.

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Ramires (Chelsea)

Adaptable Blues midfield has a terrific engine and is equally able to thwart opposition attacks as well as mount his own.




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We will invite our readers to vote in a poll that will help us to produce a Premier League Best XI of 2012/13.

Today is the turn of the central, holding or defensive midfielders.

Schneiderlin

Morgan Schneiderlin (Southampton)

French midfielder has been excellent in his first season in the top flight, a real St Mary's cult hero proving that as well as helping the Saints in League One and the Championship the 23 year old can more than cut it in the Premier League.

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Michael Carrick (Man United)

England veteran has been virtually flawless this season, barely putting a foot wrong and being the first name on Sir Alex Ferguson's team-sheet.

Parker West Ham

Scott Parker (Tottenham)

Battling White Hart Lane enforcer has had a solid season at the heart of the Spurs midfield.

McCarthy Arsenal

James McCarthy (Wigan Athletic)

Youngster has still impressed despite the Latics failing to avoid the drop.

Yacob Man United

Claudio Yacob (West Brom)

Argentine was especially effective in the first half of the season and has gone on to complete a superb first term in English football.



Soccer - Barclays Premier League - Everton v Manchester City - Goodison Park

Darron Gibson (Everton)

Toffees midfielder has proved himself adept at breaking down opposition advances and more than capable of pushing Everton forwards to boot.

Arteta Pen

Mikel Arteta (Arsenal)

Spaniard has been used in an unfamiliar holding role this term to make up for the loss of Alex Song and Arteta hasn't been found wanting.

Diame Liverpool

Mohamed Diame (West Ham)

Hammers midfielder was excellent in the early months of the season, sparking talk of a January exit, has shown a return to form in recent weeks to help West Ham secure a top ten finish.

sandro-508

Sandro (Tottenham)

Brazilian has had been out injured since late January but his displays up to that point certainly warrant a spot on this list.

Soccer - FA Cup - Fourth Round - Queens Park Rangers v Chelsea - Loftus Road

Ramires (Chelsea)

Adaptable Blues midfield has a terrific engine and is equally able to thwart opposition attacks as well as mount his own.




]]> http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/top-ten-premier-league-central-holding-or-defensive-midfielders-in-201213/feed/ 0 Mad Dog and GloryTue, 21 May 13 16:58:30 +0000It's end of season poll time. (Video) Top Ten Premier League Games of 2012/13http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/video-top-ten-premier-league-games-of-201213/ http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/video-top-ten-premier-league-games-of-201213/#comments Tue, 21 May 2013 15:21:52 +0000 Mark Brus http://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=145758 In no particular order, the best games of the 2012/13 Premier League season.



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10. Manchester City 2-3 Manchester United

This thrilling Manchester derby on the 9th of December was when the title really started to sway in United's direction. Wayne Rooney scored two first half goals to give his side a shock 2-0 lead at the home of the champions. City then looked to be making their comeback, scoring through Yaya  Toure on the hour mark, and then through Pablo Zabaleta late on in the 86th minute. With the game heading for a draw, Roberto Mancini witnessed a painful moment as his main transfer target of the summer, Robin van Persie, scored a stoppage time winner for United from a free kick. Samir Nasri earned much-deserved wrath after moving out of the way of the Dutchman's shot, allowing it to creep in. Sir Alex Ferguson's side had been beaten easily there just a few months earlier, but this special victory put his side six points clear at the top of the table and highlighted the cracks that were starting to appear in the City team.


Man City 2 - 3 man united hoofoot.com highlights & Goals by Hoofoot fh

9. Arsenal 5-2 Tottenham

Once again, these two sides produced a classic in the North London derby. Like last season, Tottenham scored first at the Emirates Stadium, with former Gunner Emmanuel Adebayor capitalising on some poor Arsenal defending to put the visitors in front. However, the match was soon turned on its head as Adebayor went from hero to villain. Shortly after giving his side the lead, the Togolese striker got himself deservedly sent off for a reckless challenge on Santi Cazorla, and Arsenal soon took total control. Per Mertesacker got forward to equalise with his first Arsenal goal - a fantastic header, and then the floodgates opened.

Arsenal found themselves 3-1 up and in control before half time, with further goals from Lukas Podolski and Olivier Giroud. Arsenal continued to dominate in the second half, going 4-1 up on the hour mark with Cazorla finishing a fine flowing move. A fine individual effort from Gareth Bale made it 4-2 and surprisingly nervy for the Gunners, as their defensive frailties were exposed. Spurs missed some good chances to make it a real contest, and eventually Theo Walcott put the game to bed in the final minute to make it 5-2, the same score as last season, and an equally breathtaking game.


Arsenal 5-2 Tottenham all goals and highlights 17.11.12 by Georgi Amsiss

8. Liverpool 2-2 Chelsea

This game owes everything to the very best and very worst of Luis Suarez. Before the game, interim Chelsea boss Rafael Benitez was given a warm reception by his old fans at Anfield. With Chelsea chasing a Champions League place, they scored a crucial first through Oscar, who headed home a corner in the 26th minute. The visitors led at the break, but seven minutes into the second half is when the game started to spark into life. Suarez played an exceptional first-time ball to Daniel Sturridge, who slotted home an equaliser against the side he left in January.

Just five minutes later, Suarez's stupidity in his own box led to Chelsea getting a penalty after his needless hand ball. Eden Hazard coolly converted the spot kick and the Blues were in front again. Shortly afterwards, Suarez was again the centre of attention as he bizarrely bit Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic when the two were wrestling for the ball in the penalty area. Chelsea were furious as the referee seemed to miss the incident, and Suarez was very fortunate to avoid a red card. He then inflicted more misery on the visitors, as he stayed on to head home an equaliser for Liverpool in the very last attack of the game. Incredible drama at Anfield, albeit for the wrong reasons at times.


Liverpool Vs Chelsea 2-2 EPL 2013 (21.04) by GET FOOTBALLIZED

7. Manchester United 4-3 Newcastle

Newcastle are often on the wrong end of Premier League classics, and this is another perfect example. Alan Pardew's side remarkably led three times at Old Trafford but went on to lose the game. Perch scored for the visitors after just four minutes, before Jonny Evans equalised for United. The very same player then put through his own net just three minutes later to give Newcastle the lead again. Patrice Evra equalised just before the hour mark, but Papiss Cisse scored a fine goal just ten minutes later to make it 3-2 to the Magpies. That lead lasted three minutes as Robin van Persie made it 3-3. As the game headed into stoppage time Newcastle looked at least like scraping a draw, before Javier Hernandez steered home a late winner for the home side. A good example of United's dodgy defending on occasion this season, but also of their great attacking ability and willingness to fight til the end for results.


Man United 4-3 Newcastle (vòng 19 Premier League) by BongDa168-com

6. Manchester City 2-2 Liverpool

This was a game of exceptional technical quality, as the two sides put some wonderful attacking football on show at the Etihad Stadium. Edin Dzeko gave City the lead finishing off a neat move, before Daniel Sturridge fired home a low and powerful strike just six minutes later. In an even game, Steven Gerrard perhaps deservedly fired Liverpool ahead with a trademark dipping and swerving half volley from outside the box - a goal of the season candidate for sure from the Reds skipper. Again the lead did not last long as Sergio Aguero scored another excellent, but very different goal at the other end. The Argentine striker was forced wide by Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina, but that didn't stop him from squeezing in an exquisite chip from the tightest of angles. This was great entertainment for the neutral, but it left Roberto Mancini's side nine points behind leaders Manchester United.


Manchester City Vs Liverpool 2-2 All Highlights And Goals 2-3-2013 HQ by Amazing Videos

5. West Ham 2-3 Tottenham

This great comeback by Tottenham looked to be a big result that would help them towards the top four. Spurs were in the middle of a difficult patch, but took the lead at Upton Park through Gareth Bale. However, they were in trouble as Andy Carroll equalised from the spot in the 25th minute. Things got worse on 58 minutes as the Hammers' new signing Joe Cole gave the home side the lead and looked to be condemning Spurs to another poor result. However, they were given hope with fifteen minutes to go, as Gylfi Sigurdsson stabbed home an equaliser for the visitors. Still, with time ticking away the game looked sure to be heading for a draw, before PFA Player of the Year Bale showed why he is one of the biggest talents in the world with a stunning long range strike to win the game in stoppage time. It was not the first or last time that Bale's immense quality would decide a game this season, and this was one of his many goal-of-the-season contenders, a list he could occupy all by himself.


Gareth Bale WonderGOAL - West Ham 2-3 Spurs by antonis_tsir

4. Arsenal 7-3 Newcastle

Despite the big scoreline, this was a close game for the most part, as Newcastle caused real problems for Arsenal at the Emirates, continuing to peg them back until a late flurry of goals from the Gunners. Theo Walcott was on fire that night, and opened the scoring on 20 minutes with a Thierry Henry-like goal. Demba Ba then equalised just before half time with a deflected free kick. Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain scored a fine goal after the break to put the home side back in front, but this time the lead lasted only nine minutes as Sylvain Marveaux capitalised on some poor Arsenal defending to tap the ball home.

Five minutes later, it was 3-2 to Arsenal as Lukas Podolski headed in a scrappy goal on the line. Another five minutes passed before there was yet another goal from Newcastle, making it 3-3 with Demba Ba finishing a fine Newcastle move. This time just four minutes passed before Walcott scored his second of the night to make it 4-3. From this point on it was all Arsenal, as they ran riot with three goals in the last five minutes of the game. Substitute Olivier Giroud scored twice, one a fantastic diving header, and Walcott completed his hat trick with a solo run and cool chipped finish in stoppage time to give the game a crazy 7-3 scoreline.


Arsenal 7-3 Newcastle (Vòng 20 Premier League 2012/13) - TIPBongDa.com.vn - Chuyên trang TIP Bóng ?á ch?t l??ng s? 1 Vi?t Nam by itip_tipbongda

3. Manchester United 2-3 Tottenham

Three goals in a crazy three minute spell decided the outcome of this game. Incredibly, Spurs found themselves 2-0 up at half time at a ground that they had not won at for 23 years. Jan Vertonghen scored a scrappy opener after just two minutes, before Gareth Bale scored a stunning second, running almost half the length of the pitch before slotting home with his right foot. United were in trouble, but you can never rule them out of getting a comeback, and it looked on when Nani stabbed home on 51 minutes. Then the comeback was off on 52 minutes when Clint Dempsey finished off another fine Spurs move. Then the comeback was on again on 53 minutes when Shinji Kagawa slid home for United. However, that was the end of the scoring and Spurs did well to hold on for a memorable result, ending their long Old Trafford hoodoo.


Highlights Manchester United (2) vs (3) Tottenham Hotspur 29/09/2012 Game Bola Prediksi Seru by BolaTipster

2. Tottenham 2-4 Chelsea

Another fine game of twists and turns involving Spurs. This early-season encounter was a thriller that ensured that this Premier League season would be as entertaining as the last. Gary Cahill gave Chelsea a half time lead, volleying home an excellent strike from a corner in the 17th minute. Spurs turned the game around at the start of the second half, with former Blues defender William Gallas making it 1-1 in the 47th minute, and Jermain Defoe firing home to give them a 2-1 lead in the 54th.

However, Chelsea showed great resilience and made a quick comeback of their own; Juan Mata equalised in the 66th minute and was the hero again just three minutes later as he scored a fine goal to make it 3-2 at White Hart Lane. Spurs pressed for a third, but were caught on the break late on as Daniel Sturridge tapped home to make it 4-2. This looked like an early example of Chelsea's title credentials, taking them to the top of the league after a great start to the season.


Chelsea 4-2 Tottenham EPL8 - 20-10-2012 HD720 by StamfordBridge Chelsea

1. West Brom 5-5 Manchester United

Quite fittingly, Sir Alex Ferguson's last game in charge was a thrilling high-scoring affair. However, the legendary boss will have been disappointed not to finish with a win, as his side roared into a 3-0 lead, scoring twice in the first ten minutes through Shinji Kagawa and a Jonas Olsson own goal. Alexander Buttner then finished a fine move with an emphatic finish to make it three after just half an hour, as United looked to be turning on the style in Ferguson's final game. James Morrison pulled one back shortly before half time, though it didn't look like having a major impact on the game. However, when Romelu Lukaku made it 3-2 on 50 minutes it was game on.

This seemed to spark United into life and they scored twice in ten minutes through Robin van Persie and Javier Hernandez to make it 5-2 and surely game over this time. However, the drama wasn't over, as West Brom scored three goals in the last ten minutes. First Lukaku scored another to make it 5-3, Mulumbu made it 5-3, and Lukaku completed a fantastic hat trick in his last game for the club to make it 5-5. It was a deserved result for Steve Clarke's side, who have performed above expectation for much of the season, and who provided great entertainment on the final day of the season, equaling Arsenal's 7-3 win over Newcastle as the highest scoring match of the 2012/13 campaign.


West Brom 5 - 5 Man Utd by Ahmed Abdullah

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10. Manchester City 2-3 Manchester United

This thrilling Manchester derby on the 9th of December was when the title really started to sway in United's direction. Wayne Rooney scored two first half goals to give his side a shock 2-0 lead at the home of the champions. City then looked to be making their comeback, scoring through Yaya  Toure on the hour mark, and then through Pablo Zabaleta late on in the 86th minute. With the game heading for a draw, Roberto Mancini witnessed a painful moment as his main transfer target of the summer, Robin van Persie, scored a stoppage time winner for United from a free kick. Samir Nasri earned much-deserved wrath after moving out of the way of the Dutchman's shot, allowing it to creep in. Sir Alex Ferguson's side had been beaten easily there just a few months earlier, but this special victory put his side six points clear at the top of the table and highlighted the cracks that were starting to appear in the City team.


Man City 2 - 3 man united hoofoot.com highlights & Goals by Hoofoot fh

9. Arsenal 5-2 Tottenham

Once again, these two sides produced a classic in the North London derby. Like last season, Tottenham scored first at the Emirates Stadium, with former Gunner Emmanuel Adebayor capitalising on some poor Arsenal defending to put the visitors in front. However, the match was soon turned on its head as Adebayor went from hero to villain. Shortly after giving his side the lead, the Togolese striker got himself deservedly sent off for a reckless challenge on Santi Cazorla, and Arsenal soon took total control. Per Mertesacker got forward to equalise with his first Arsenal goal - a fantastic header, and then the floodgates opened.

Arsenal found themselves 3-1 up and in control before half time, with further goals from Lukas Podolski and Olivier Giroud. Arsenal continued to dominate in the second half, going 4-1 up on the hour mark with Cazorla finishing a fine flowing move. A fine individual effort from Gareth Bale made it 4-2 and surprisingly nervy for the Gunners, as their defensive frailties were exposed. Spurs missed some good chances to make it a real contest, and eventually Theo Walcott put the game to bed in the final minute to make it 5-2, the same score as last season, and an equally breathtaking game.


Arsenal 5-2 Tottenham all goals and highlights 17.11.12 by Georgi Amsiss

8. Liverpool 2-2 Chelsea

This game owes everything to the very best and very worst of Luis Suarez. Before the game, interim Chelsea boss Rafael Benitez was given a warm reception by his old fans at Anfield. With Chelsea chasing a Champions League place, they scored a crucial first through Oscar, who headed home a corner in the 26th minute. The visitors led at the break, but seven minutes into the second half is when the game started to spark into life. Suarez played an exceptional first-time ball to Daniel Sturridge, who slotted home an equaliser against the side he left in January.

Just five minutes later, Suarez's stupidity in his own box led to Chelsea getting a penalty after his needless hand ball. Eden Hazard coolly converted the spot kick and the Blues were in front again. Shortly afterwards, Suarez was again the centre of attention as he bizarrely bit Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic when the two were wrestling for the ball in the penalty area. Chelsea were furious as the referee seemed to miss the incident, and Suarez was very fortunate to avoid a red card. He then inflicted more misery on the visitors, as he stayed on to head home an equaliser for Liverpool in the very last attack of the game. Incredible drama at Anfield, albeit for the wrong reasons at times.


Liverpool Vs Chelsea 2-2 EPL 2013 (21.04) by GET FOOTBALLIZED

7. Manchester United 4-3 Newcastle

Newcastle are often on the wrong end of Premier League classics, and this is another perfect example. Alan Pardew's side remarkably led three times at Old Trafford but went on to lose the game. Perch scored for the visitors after just four minutes, before Jonny Evans equalised for United. The very same player then put through his own net just three minutes later to give Newcastle the lead again. Patrice Evra equalised just before the hour mark, but Papiss Cisse scored a fine goal just ten minutes later to make it 3-2 to the Magpies. That lead lasted three minutes as Robin van Persie made it 3-3. As the game headed into stoppage time Newcastle looked at least like scraping a draw, before Javier Hernandez steered home a late winner for the home side. A good example of United's dodgy defending on occasion this season, but also of their great attacking ability and willingness to fight til the end for results.


Man United 4-3 Newcastle (vòng 19 Premier League) by BongDa168-com

6. Manchester City 2-2 Liverpool

This was a game of exceptional technical quality, as the two sides put some wonderful attacking football on show at the Etihad Stadium. Edin Dzeko gave City the lead finishing off a neat move, before Daniel Sturridge fired home a low and powerful strike just six minutes later. In an even game, Steven Gerrard perhaps deservedly fired Liverpool ahead with a trademark dipping and swerving half volley from outside the box - a goal of the season candidate for sure from the Reds skipper. Again the lead did not last long as Sergio Aguero scored another excellent, but very different goal at the other end. The Argentine striker was forced wide by Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina, but that didn't stop him from squeezing in an exquisite chip from the tightest of angles. This was great entertainment for the neutral, but it left Roberto Mancini's side nine points behind leaders Manchester United.


Manchester City Vs Liverpool 2-2 All Highlights And Goals 2-3-2013 HQ by Amazing Videos

5. West Ham 2-3 Tottenham

This great comeback by Tottenham looked to be a big result that would help them towards the top four. Spurs were in the middle of a difficult patch, but took the lead at Upton Park through Gareth Bale. However, they were in trouble as Andy Carroll equalised from the spot in the 25th minute. Things got worse on 58 minutes as the Hammers' new signing Joe Cole gave the home side the lead and looked to be condemning Spurs to another poor result. However, they were given hope with fifteen minutes to go, as Gylfi Sigurdsson stabbed home an equaliser for the visitors. Still, with time ticking away the game looked sure to be heading for a draw, before PFA Player of the Year Bale showed why he is one of the biggest talents in the world with a stunning long range strike to win the game in stoppage time. It was not the first or last time that Bale's immense quality would decide a game this season, and this was one of his many goal-of-the-season contenders, a list he could occupy all by himself.


Gareth Bale WonderGOAL - West Ham 2-3 Spurs by antonis_tsir

4. Arsenal 7-3 Newcastle

Despite the big scoreline, this was a close game for the most part, as Newcastle caused real problems for Arsenal at the Emirates, continuing to peg them back until a late flurry of goals from the Gunners. Theo Walcott was on fire that night, and opened the scoring on 20 minutes with a Thierry Henry-like goal. Demba Ba then equalised just before half time with a deflected free kick. Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain scored a fine goal after the break to put the home side back in front, but this time the lead lasted only nine minutes as Sylvain Marveaux capitalised on some poor Arsenal defending to tap the ball home.

Five minutes later, it was 3-2 to Arsenal as Lukas Podolski headed in a scrappy goal on the line. Another five minutes passed before there was yet another goal from Newcastle, making it 3-3 with Demba Ba finishing a fine Newcastle move. This time just four minutes passed before Walcott scored his second of the night to make it 4-3. From this point on it was all Arsenal, as they ran riot with three goals in the last five minutes of the game. Substitute Olivier Giroud scored twice, one a fantastic diving header, and Walcott completed his hat trick with a solo run and cool chipped finish in stoppage time to give the game a crazy 7-3 scoreline.


Arsenal 7-3 Newcastle (Vòng 20 Premier League 2012/13) - TIPBongDa.com.vn - Chuyên trang TIP Bóng ?á ch?t l??ng s? 1 Vi?t Nam by itip_tipbongda

3. Manchester United 2-3 Tottenham

Three goals in a crazy three minute spell decided the outcome of this game. Incredibly, Spurs found themselves 2-0 up at half time at a ground that they had not won at for 23 years. Jan Vertonghen scored a scrappy opener after just two minutes, before Gareth Bale scored a stunning second, running almost half the length of the pitch before slotting home with his right foot. United were in trouble, but you can never rule them out of getting a comeback, and it looked on when Nani stabbed home on 51 minutes. Then the comeback was off on 52 minutes when Clint Dempsey finished off another fine Spurs move. Then the comeback was on again on 53 minutes when Shinji Kagawa slid home for United. However, that was the end of the scoring and Spurs did well to hold on for a memorable result, ending their long Old Trafford hoodoo.


Highlights Manchester United (2) vs (3) Tottenham Hotspur 29/09/2012 Game Bola Prediksi Seru by BolaTipster

2. Tottenham 2-4 Chelsea

Another fine game of twists and turns involving Spurs. This early-season encounter was a thriller that ensured that this Premier League season would be as entertaining as the last. Gary Cahill gave Chelsea a half time lead, volleying home an excellent strike from a corner in the 17th minute. Spurs turned the game around at the start of the second half, with former Blues defender William Gallas making it 1-1 in the 47th minute, and Jermain Defoe firing home to give them a 2-1 lead in the 54th.

However, Chelsea showed great resilience and made a quick comeback of their own; Juan Mata equalised in the 66th minute and was the hero again just three minutes later as he scored a fine goal to make it 3-2 at White Hart Lane. Spurs pressed for a third, but were caught on the break late on as Daniel Sturridge tapped home to make it 4-2. This looked like an early example of Chelsea's title credentials, taking them to the top of the league after a great start to the season.


Chelsea 4-2 Tottenham EPL8 - 20-10-2012 HD720 by StamfordBridge Chelsea

1. West Brom 5-5 Manchester United

Quite fittingly, Sir Alex Ferguson's last game in charge was a thrilling high-scoring affair. However, the legendary boss will have been disappointed not to finish with a win, as his side roared into a 3-0 lead, scoring twice in the first ten minutes through Shinji Kagawa and a Jonas Olsson own goal. Alexander Buttner then finished a fine move with an emphatic finish to make it three after just half an hour, as United looked to be turning on the style in Ferguson's final game. James Morrison pulled one back shortly before half time, though it didn't look like having a major impact on the game. However, when Romelu Lukaku made it 3-2 on 50 minutes it was game on.

This seemed to spark United into life and they scored twice in ten minutes through Robin van Persie and Javier Hernandez to make it 5-2 and surely game over this time. However, the drama wasn't over, as West Brom scored three goals in the last ten minutes. First Lukaku scored another to make it 5-3, Mulumbu made it 5-3, and Lukaku completed a fantastic hat trick in his last game for the club to make it 5-5. It was a deserved result for Steve Clarke's side, who have performed above expectation for much of the season, and who provided great entertainment on the final day of the season, equaling Arsenal's 7-3 win over Newcastle as the highest scoring match of the 2012/13 campaign.


West Brom 5 - 5 Man Utd by Ahmed Abdullah

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Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard has heaped praise on Jose Mourinho on talkSPORT for the effect the Portuguese coach had on his career.

The Real Madrid manager spent four years at Stamford Bridge between 2004 and 2007, helping the Blues to two Premier League titles win, and helping their rise to domestic and European domination.

Mourinho is widely expected to return to the club as manager this season after a difficult spell in Spain, and Lampard believes his old boss is the best manager in the world, and is grateful to him for helping him develop into the player he is today.

"I have had really good managers at times but it's the ones that get the best out of you," said the 34-year-old. "Mourinho brought my confidence to a level that it had never been.

"Tactically, he's very astute and, as a team, he sets you up brilliantly. What he does is get the best out of players, and gets this togetherness I'd never known until he came to the club and I haven't seen it again since then.

"He's brilliant with his team, he's brilliant with individuals and I think he's brilliant with the press. Now I know he creates a storm here and there but he does protect his players."
Lampard recently agreed a new one-year extension to his Chelsea contract, after looking for much of the season like he might leave the club. However, Mourinho is said to be keen on keeping the former West Ham man around if he returns to the club in the summer.


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Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard has heaped praise on Jose Mourinho on talkSPORT for the effect the Portuguese coach had on his career.

The Real Madrid manager spent four years at Stamford Bridge between 2004 and 2007, helping the Blues to two Premier League titles win, and helping their rise to domestic and European domination.

Mourinho is widely expected to return to the club as manager this season after a difficult spell in Spain, and Lampard believes his old boss is the best manager in the world, and is grateful to him for helping him develop into the player he is today.

"I have had really good managers at times but it's the ones that get the best out of you," said the 34-year-old. "Mourinho brought my confidence to a level that it had never been.

"Tactically, he's very astute and, as a team, he sets you up brilliantly. What he does is get the best out of players, and gets this togetherness I'd never known until he came to the club and I haven't seen it again since then.

"He's brilliant with his team, he's brilliant with individuals and I think he's brilliant with the press. Now I know he creates a storm here and there but he does protect his players."
Lampard recently agreed a new one-year extension to his Chelsea contract, after looking for much of the season like he might leave the club. However, Mourinho is said to be keen on keeping the former West Ham man around if he returns to the club in the summer.


]]> http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/frank-lampard-thanks-jose-mourinho-for-influence-on-his-career/feed/ 0 Mark BrusTue, 21 May 13 16:07:22 +0000Chelsea midfielder believes Mourinho made him one of the best in the world. West Ham Make Approach For Sevilla Marksman Alvaro Negredohttp://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/west-ham-make-approach-for-sevilla-marksman-alvaro-negredo/ http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/west-ham-make-approach-for-sevilla-marksman-alvaro-negredo/#comments Tue, 21 May 2013 13:21:54 +0000 Mark Brus http://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=145860 Hammers turn to La Liga striker to bolster attacking options.

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West Ham appear to have given up hope of keeping on-loan Liverpool striker Andy Carroll, and have made an approach for Sevilla's Alvaro Negredo, according to the Daily Star.

The Hammers have been keen to land Carroll on a permanent basis beyond his loan spell this season, but it has been hinted by his team-mate Kevin Nolan that he would prefer to be playing European football.

The 24-year-old is also wanted by Newcastle and Monaco, and surely has no future at Anfield following some poor form since arriving at the club for £35million.

Nolan said: "Andy is a clever lad, he knows he has got to play football.

"If he gets offered a club in the Champions League or the Europa League, then he has got to make the decision.

"I know he has enjoyed his time here, you can see that on the pitch. He gets on well with all the lads, so we will see what happens."

West Ham have been preparing other options in case they do not sign Carroll, and have apparently made an approach to Sevilla for striker Negredo, who has also been linked with Tottenham.

The 27-year-old has previously admitted an ambition to play in the Premier League, and came close to joining Everton in January. However, he seems likely to reject West Ham and wait for a better offer to come along.

The Hammers have also been linked with Peter Crouch of Stoke City, and a loan move for Chelsea youngster Romelu Lukaku.

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West Ham appear to have given up hope of keeping on-loan Liverpool striker Andy Carroll, and have made an approach for Sevilla's Alvaro Negredo, according to the Daily Star.

The Hammers have been keen to land Carroll on a permanent basis beyond his loan spell this season, but it has been hinted by his team-mate Kevin Nolan that he would prefer to be playing European football.

The 24-year-old is also wanted by Newcastle and Monaco, and surely has no future at Anfield following some poor form since arriving at the club for £35million.

Nolan said: "Andy is a clever lad, he knows he has got to play football.

"If he gets offered a club in the Champions League or the Europa League, then he has got to make the decision.

"I know he has enjoyed his time here, you can see that on the pitch. He gets on well with all the lads, so we will see what happens."

West Ham have been preparing other options in case they do not sign Carroll, and have apparently made an approach to Sevilla for striker Negredo, who has also been linked with Tottenham.

The 27-year-old has previously admitted an ambition to play in the Premier League, and came close to joining Everton in January. However, he seems likely to reject West Ham and wait for a better offer to come along.

The Hammers have also been linked with Peter Crouch of Stoke City, and a loan move for Chelsea youngster Romelu Lukaku.

]]> http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/west-ham-make-approach-for-sevilla-marksman-alvaro-negredo/feed/ 0 Mark BrusTue, 21 May 13 14:21:54 +0000Hammers turn to La Liga striker to bolster attacking options. West Brom Keeper Tells Chelsea To Keep Hold Of Romelu Lukakuhttp://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/west-brom-keeper-tells-chelsea-to-keep-hold-of-romelu-lukaku/ http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/west-brom-keeper-tells-chelsea-to-keep-hold-of-romelu-lukaku/#comments Tue, 21 May 2013 13:20:56 +0000 Mark Brus http://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=145817 West Brom goalkeeper praises departing loan star.

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West Brom goalkeeper Ben Foster says Chelsea would be mad to offload Romelu Lukaku this summer, after the striker went out with a bang in his final game on loan for the Baggies.

The 20-year-old hit a fantasic second half hat trick to help his side to an incredible 5-5 draw with champions Manchester United, capping a successful season of first team football with Steve Clarke's side.

The former Manchester United goalkeeper told the Daily Mail that he believes Lukaku is exactly the kind of player Chelsea need right now, despite rumours suggesting that he is set for another season out on loan next year.

West Ham, Fulham and Swansea have been linked with the Belgian, and Foster doubts that he will come back to the Hawthorns next season.

"There's no way he's coming back here next season," he said. "Chelsea would be fools to let him come back with the way their forward line is mis-firing.

"He is exactly what they need at the minute."

Despite Lukaku's fine form and comparisons to Chelsea legend Didier Drogba, the Blues are tipped to dip into the transfer market again this summer in a bid to replace the faltering Fernando Torres, finding themselves linked with the likes of Radamel Falcao and Edinson Cavani.

]]> West Brom goalkeeper praises departing loan star.

Check in to Transfer Window: Done Deal Alerts

West Brom goalkeeper Ben Foster says Chelsea would be mad to offload Romelu Lukaku this summer, after the striker went out with a bang in his final game on loan for the Baggies.

The 20-year-old hit a fantasic second half hat trick to help his side to an incredible 5-5 draw with champions Manchester United, capping a successful season of first team football with Steve Clarke's side.

The former Manchester United goalkeeper told the Daily Mail that he believes Lukaku is exactly the kind of player Chelsea need right now, despite rumours suggesting that he is set for another season out on loan next year.

West Ham, Fulham and Swansea have been linked with the Belgian, and Foster doubts that he will come back to the Hawthorns next season.

"There's no way he's coming back here next season," he said. "Chelsea would be fools to let him come back with the way their forward line is mis-firing.

"He is exactly what they need at the minute."

Despite Lukaku's fine form and comparisons to Chelsea legend Didier Drogba, the Blues are tipped to dip into the transfer market again this summer in a bid to replace the faltering Fernando Torres, finding themselves linked with the likes of Radamel Falcao and Edinson Cavani.

]]> http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/west-brom-keeper-tells-chelsea-to-keep-hold-of-romelu-lukaku/feed/ 0 Mark BrusTue, 21 May 13 14:20:56 +0000West Brom goalkeeper praises departing loan star. Transfer Rumour Gossip: Liverpool To Sign Toure, Tottenham Plan Clearout, Moyes Wants Rooney Stayhttp://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/transfer-rumour-gossip-liverpool-to-sign-toure-tottenham-plan-clearout-moyes-wants-rooney-stay/ http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/21/transfer-rumour-gossip-liverpool-to-sign-toure-tottenham-plan-clearout-moyes-wants-rooney-stay/#comments Tue, 21 May 2013 11:07:34 +0000 Mark Brus http://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=145856 A round-up of Tuesday's biggest transfer stories.

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New Manchester United manager David Moyes will do his best to persuade want-away striker Wayne Rooney to change his mind and stay at the club.

Full story: The Guardian.

Gareth Bale is expected to sign a new deal with Tottenham worth £130,000 a week, but will be allowed to leave for £50million next summer.

Full story: London Evening Standard.

Adebayor Goal

Tottenham could allow a number of first team players to leave this summer as they plan to make wholesale changes to their squad. Emmanuel Adebayor, Clint Dempsey and Scott Parker are those who will be allowed to leave.

Full story: Daily Mirror.

One of Spurs' targets, Christian Benteke, is in talks with Aston Villa over signing a new contract, Paul Lambert has revealed.

Full story: The Metro.

Atletico Madrid say they are happy to grant Radamel Falcao a dream move as a thanks for him guiding them to Champions League football this season.

Full story: The Sun.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger will reportedly have around £70million to spend on transfers to strengthen his squad this summer.

Full story: Daily Mirror.

Kolo Toure

Former Arsenal defender Kolo Toure is close to joining Liverpool in a surprise move from Manchester City on a free transfer.

Full story: The Telegraph.

Chelsea target Andre Schurrle has dropped a massive hint over his future, saying he has played his last game for Bayer Leverkusen.

Full story: The Metro.

Southampton are confident of keeping star youngster Luke Shaw at the club next season, despite interest from Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham.

Full story: Daily Mirror.

Experienced players such as Shay Given, Richard Dunne and Stephen Ireland could all be shown the door by Aston Villa this summer.

Full story: The Telegraph.

Andy Carroll may reject a permanent move to West Ham, who are also chasing Sevilla striker Alvaro Negredo.

Full story: Daily Star.

Juventus and Manchester United will compete for Inter Milan centre-back Andrea Ranocchia this summer.

Full story: talkSPORT.

James McCarthy

Tottenham are eyeing up midfielder James McCarthy, and have been told to pay £15million for him by Wigan.

Full story: Daily Mirror.

Rafael Benitez has reportedly met with Napoli officials to begin talks to take over as manager of the Serie A club following his Chelsea exit.

Full story: Tutto Sport.

Wigan manager Roberto Martinez will make a decision on his future this week, after being linked strongly with the Everton job.

Full story: Sky Sports.

Steven Gerrard Liverpool Phil Neville Everton

Phil Neville has emerged as a surprise candidate for the Stoke City job, as uncertainty grows over the future of Tony Pulis.

Full story: Daily Mail.

]]> A round-up of Tuesday's biggest transfer stories.

Check in to Osasuna vs Sevilla

New Manchester United manager David Moyes will do his best to persuade want-away striker Wayne Rooney to change his mind and stay at the club.

Full story: The Guardian.

Gareth Bale is expected to sign a new deal with Tottenham worth £130,000 a week, but will be allowed to leave for £50million next summer.

Full story: London Evening Standard.

Adebayor Goal

Tottenham could allow a number of first team players to leave this summer as they plan to make wholesale changes to their squad. Emmanuel Adebayor, Clint Dempsey and Scott Parker are those who will be allowed to leave.

Full story: Daily Mirror.

One of Spurs' targets, Christian Benteke, is in talks with Aston Villa over signing a new contract, Paul Lambert has revealed.

Full story: The Metro.

Atletico Madrid say they are happy to grant Radamel Falcao a dream move as a thanks for him guiding them to Champions League football this season.

Full story: The Sun.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger will reportedly have around £70million to spend on transfers to strengthen his squad this summer.

Full story: Daily Mirror.

Kolo Toure

Former Arsenal defender Kolo Toure is close to joining Liverpool in a surprise move from Manchester City on a free transfer.

Full story: The Telegraph.

Chelsea target Andre Schurrle has dropped a massive hint over his future, saying he has played his last game for Bayer Leverkusen.

Full story: The Metro.

Southampton are confident of keeping star youngster Luke Shaw at the club next season, despite interest from Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham.

Full story: Daily Mirror.

Experienced players such as Shay Given, Richard Dunne and Stephen Ireland could all be shown the door by Aston Villa this summer.

Full story: The Telegraph.

Andy Carroll may reject a permanent move to West Ham, who are also chasing Sevilla striker Alvaro Negredo.

Full story: Daily Star.

Juventus and Manchester United will compete for Inter Milan centre-back Andrea Ranocchia this summer.

Full story: talkSPORT.

James McCarthy

Tottenham are eyeing up midfielder James McCarthy, and have been told to pay £15million for him by Wigan.

Full story: Daily Mirror.

Rafael Benitez has reportedly met with Napoli officials to begin talks to take over as manager of the Serie A club following his Chelsea exit.

Full story: Tutto Sport.

Wigan manager Roberto Martinez will make a decision on his future this week, after being linked strongly with the Everton job.

Full story: Sky Sports.

Steven Gerrard Liverpool Phil Neville Everton

Phil Neville has emerged as a surprise candidate for the Stoke City job, as uncertainty grows over the future of Tony Pulis.

Full story: Daily Mail.

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