Mitsubishi Mirage Collision: Chelsea, Manchester City, Scoreless in Super Sunday

THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – The Stamford Bridge clash between Champions League winners Chelsea and Premier League champions Manchester City on Sunday failed to produce goals from either side.

The 0-0 draw did not reflect lack of attacking sharpness, with both sides exhibiting great control in defence. New Chelsea manager Rafael Benitez stood for his side amidst an unwelcoming home crowd, as he marked his first game for the side with a clean sheet.

Sergio Aguero went close to leading City to win w1th ease, with a half-time effort assisted by Edin Dzeko landing on keeper Petr Cech’s save. Fernando Torres, formerly under Benitez’ Liverpool, made no instant rebirth of his old form – a shot over the bar being his closest chance.

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Keputusan UPSR 2012 Drawback: Kompany May Not Bet Fit for City’s English Premier League Match On Sunday against Chelsea

THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Vincent Kompany, Manchester City’s captain and defender, may not achieve full fitness for Sunday’s Premier League match against Chelsea after his twisted knee injury rendered him “extremely doubtful” for the match.

Kompany sustained the injury after Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema fell on him in their Champions League match on Wednesday. The defender’s absence in City’s starting XI could after their opportunities to win w1th ease over Chelsea. 

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Like a Dismaying UPSR Result 2012: Di Matteo Fired As Chelsea Manager

THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Roberto Di Matteo made his exit from his duties as Chelsea manager following poor recent performances that caught the ire of owner Roman Abramovich.

Di Matteo’s Chelsea won the Champions League and FA Cup trophies last season. He took over from Andre Villas-Boas in March 2012, spending eight months in the position. Since then, he led the club to win w1th ease in several matches.

The Blues’ recent decline in form, including a 3-0 loss to Juventus that could cost them their qualification chances, prompted Abramovich to end Di Matteo’s stint in the club. The club appointed former Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez as interim manager. 

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Reaching AIM 2012 Glory: Juventus Jeopardize Chelsea’s UEFA Champions League Entry with Win

THE LATEST UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE NEWS – Juventus did more than just a convincing 3-0 victory over champions Chelsea in their Champions League match on Tuesday.

Chelsea’s flat performance, which saw the absence of a formal centre-forward with Fernando Torres staying on the bench, have given them better burden to fight the prospect of being the first Champions League winners to exit early in the following season.

Fabio Quagliarella’s successful rebound effort from a repelled Andrea Pirlo attempt indicated that Juventus could win w1th ease in the match. An hour into the match, Arturo Vidal fired inside scoreless Chelsea’s netting. Sebastian Giovinco sealed victory with an injury-time goal. 

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Important Like McDonalds: Walcott Is Not For Sale - Wenger

THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Theo Walcott, the man who helped Arsenal win w1th ease in some of their thrilling matches this season, will stay in Arsenal past the January transfer window, according to manager Arsene Wenger.

With nine goals in all competitions this season, Walcott is currently Arsenal’s top scorer this season. He seeks to shift from winger to striker, although Wenger said he would still study such a move.

Robin van Persie’s departure last summer left a void on the attacking force of Arsenal, as they continue to seek silverware since winning the 2005 FA Cup. 

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Celebrating Happy Deepavali: Arsenal Wins Home Match against Rivals Tottenham

THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Arsenal came on red-hot against visitors Tottenham Hotspur as they thrilled the Emirates stadium home crowd by securing a 5-2 win on Saturday’s Premier League.

The Spurs sought to win w1th ease against Arsenal as striker Emmanuel Adebayor slotted on the 10th minute. His send-off against Arsenal’s Santi Cazorla caused his side to crumble throughout the game.

With Adebayor out of the pitch by the 17th minute, Arsenal took the advantage to heighten their lead. Per Mertesacker first fired an equalizer, then Lukas Podolski and Olivier Giroud followed suit with goals before half time. Cazorla found the back of the net on the 60th minute.

Gareth Bale brought in the Spurs’ second and last goal of the game on the 71st minute, but his 10-man side failed to settle matters, letting in Theo Walcott’s injury time finish that ensured victory for the home side.

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Anugerah Skrin 2012 Suspense: Liverpool Will Not Sell Suarez - Rodgers

THE LATEST ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS – Brendan Rodgers, Liverpool manager, expressed that his side would not sell first-choice striker Luis Suarez to Manchester City, following news that the Premier League champions are planning to shell out a bid for the Uruguayan.

Liverpool have not been in good form to win w1th ease against league rivals this season. Rodgers said that Suarez is vital for his plans to help the club improve for the rest of their current league campaign.

Suarez is bound to stay at Liverpool until 2017, as stated under the terms of his new contract that he signed last summer.

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