Archive for November, 2008

Brad Friedel breaks Premier League record

Sunday, November 30th, 2008

BIRMINGHAM (SW)—American goalkeeper Brad Friedel of Aston Villa made a record 167th consecutive Premier League appearance Saturday against Fulham.

Bayern and Hoffenheim eye Bundesliga showdown

Sunday, November 30th, 2008

Title rivals Bayern Munich and Hoffenheim remain on a collision course to decide who is the Bundesliga´s best on Friday night after both teams picked up wins at the weekend.

Strachan hails Celtic after Euro nightmare

Sunday, November 30th, 2008

Celtic manager Gordon Strachan hailed his side as heroes for overcoming their European heartache with a 1-0 win over Inverness Caledonian Thistle on Saturday.

Do-or-die for Gunners in battle of Stamford Bridge

Sunday, November 30th, 2008

Arsenal´s fading English Premier League title ambitions face a make-or-break moment on Sunday when they visit leaders Chelsea for a London derby at their Stamford Bridge fortress.

O´Neill seeks reinforcements for Villa push into elite

Sunday, November 30th, 2008

Martin O´Neill has confirmed he will be looking to strengthen his squad in January as he seeks to drive Aston Villa into England´s exclusive club of Champions League participants.

Magpies to give Viduka time to ease back in

Sunday, November 30th, 2008

Mark Viduka will not be rushed back into Newcastle United´s starting line-up after the striker made his long-awaited return from injury.