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Chronology of Cristiano’s big day
Tonight’s event at the Santiago Bernabeu has all the makings of an historic evening. At 21:00 CET, thousands of fans will welcome the newest idol of the Madridista family. Hours prior to even landing in the Spanish capital, Cristiano Ronaldo’s arrival has generated so much hype that hundreds of fans already gathered around the confines [...]
Kaka, Ronaldo and Benzema join forces
By signing Kaka, Cristiano Ronaldo and Benzema, Real Madrid have united the top three players of their respective former leagues.
Barcelona, after Robinho and Villa
Barcelona might get former Real Madrid and current Manchester City Robinho on loan for one season, and will try once again to sign Valencia forward Villa.
Cristiano Ronaldo: Get Real, I’m worth every penny of my £80m price tag
Portuguese winger says the world record fee that Spanish giants Real Madrid paid for him is a ‘fair price’ and he is delighted to be the most expensive player in the world.
Albiol at the Bernabeu
It will be an intense day for Raul Albiol. After passing his medical earlier in the day, he went to the Bernabeu and was received by Director General and Presidential Aide Jorge Valdano. Sporting Director Miguel Pardeza and Director of Institutional Relations Emilio Butragueño also welcomed the footballer. He will be presented at 21:00 CET in an event [...]
Spain 0-2 USA
USA caused another sensation at the FIFA Confederations Cup South Africa 2009, beating European champions Spain 2-0 to book a place in their first-ever world final. The Spaniards controlled possession at Bloemfontein’s Free State Stadium, but the USA, losers of their first two games here in South Africa, played a brave and spirited 90 minutes [...]
Spain taking no chances against surprising U.S.
BLOEMFONTEIN, South Africa, June 24 (Reuters) – Spain coach Vicente Del Bosque should select his strongest team against surprise packages the United States in the first Confederations Cup semi-final on Wednesday.
South Africa inspired by Mandela meeting
JOHANNESBURG, June 24 (Reuters) – South Africa sought inspiration for Thursday’s Confederations Cup semi-final against Brazil by meeting Nelson Mandela on Wednesday.
U.S. caught us by surprise, says Spain coach
BLOEMFONTEIN, South Africa, June 24 (Reuters) – Spain were caught by surprise by the United States when the European champions lost 2-0 in the Confederations Cup semi-final on Wednesday, said coach Vicente del Bosque.
Brazil provide ultimate test for hosts S.Africa
BLOEMFONTEIN, South Africa, June 24 (Reuters) – South Africa, seeking Brazilian inspiration to create their own samba-style team ahead of the 2010 World Cup, face the real thing in Thursday’s Confederations Cup semi-final.
Italy vs Brazil highlights
FIFA Confederations Cup South Africa 2009 Italy vs Brazil
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All-time record holder
Spain defeated South Africa 2-0 at Group 1 to become the National Team with the largest number of undefeated matches and consecutive victories.
Egypt vs Italy highlights
FIFA Confederations Cup 2009 Egypt vs Italy highlights
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Spain vs Iraq highlights
17.06.2009 FIFA Confederations Cup 2009 Spain vs Iraq highlights
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Spain qualify for semis with 14th successive win
BLOEMFONTEIN, South Africa, June 17 (Reuters) – European champions Spain qualified for the Confederations Cup semi-finals with a 1-0 win over a defensive Iraq side on Wednesday.
