Berlin, March 27 (Ians) It might have been one of these rare moments of deep satisfaction in the footballing life of Marc-Andre ter Stegen when he slipped into the German shirt for the first games against Peru and Belgium in 2023.
Wearing the number one jersey on his back seemed more than just an outer sign of being Germany’s leading goalie.
Due to the serious leg injury of Manuel Neuer, it is more than a bold guess that Ter Stegen might keep the current status as the 2014 world champions’ first keeper, reports news agency Xinhua.
It has been common sense that he is at the same level as Neuer. But the Barcelona keeper turned 30 when he got the reward of figure 1 shining on his shirt.
After joining Barcelona in 2014, and for some years playing together with Argentine superstar Lionel Messi, he might have gained the missing international experience. Ter Stegen is...
Wearing the number one jersey on his back seemed more than just an outer sign of being Germany’s leading goalie.
Due to the serious leg injury of Manuel Neuer, it is more than a bold guess that Ter Stegen might keep the current status as the 2014 world champions’ first keeper, reports news agency Xinhua.
It has been common sense that he is at the same level as Neuer. But the Barcelona keeper turned 30 when he got the reward of figure 1 shining on his shirt.
After joining Barcelona in 2014, and for some years playing together with Argentine superstar Lionel Messi, he might have gained the missing international experience. Ter Stegen is...
- 3/27/2023
- by News Bureau
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Berlin (Germany), March 7 (Ians) Tension seems omnipresent around Bayern Munich’s offices and training pitches. The second leg of the last-16 round of the UEFA Champions League at Munich this Wednesday seems to have turned into the season’s most important encounter.
Not only coach Julian Nagelsmann announced the outcome is going to decide about good or bad when it comes to this campaign’s evaluation. After the disappointing exit against underdog Villareal in the last-8 last season, the Bayern coach is said to stand under close supervision.
Despite the 1-0 victory in Paris, the 2020 treble winners’ concerns couldn’t be greater as unpleasant memories are alive about the 33 minutes in mid-February when recovered Kylian Mbappe turned up and single-handedly changed the game’s pattern.
A fair amount of fortune again seems required to kick the can down the road on home soil as Bayern’s back row line-up has become a delicate puzzle.
Not only coach Julian Nagelsmann announced the outcome is going to decide about good or bad when it comes to this campaign’s evaluation. After the disappointing exit against underdog Villareal in the last-8 last season, the Bayern coach is said to stand under close supervision.
Despite the 1-0 victory in Paris, the 2020 treble winners’ concerns couldn’t be greater as unpleasant memories are alive about the 33 minutes in mid-February when recovered Kylian Mbappe turned up and single-handedly changed the game’s pattern.
A fair amount of fortune again seems required to kick the can down the road on home soil as Bayern’s back row line-up has become a delicate puzzle.
- 3/7/2023
- by News Bureau
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Berlin (Germany), Feb 4 (Ians) Manuel Neuer has attacked Bayern Munich club leaders over the dismissal of goalkeeper coach Toni Tapalovic.
The 36-year-old said that he considered leaving the club “as this was a heavy blow for me as I was already lying on the ground.”
While the 2014 world champion is recovering from a skiing accident leading to a broken leg, Bayern announced that they had sacked 42-year-old Tapalovic due to disagreements with head coach Julian Nagelsmann.
The Bayern keeper is sidelined for at least until the end of the 2022-2023 season.
Neuer said he “thought about everything, including my future with the club.”
The 2020 treble winner talked about the feeling his heart had been ripped out, saying the club’s action was the most “brutal thing I experienced in my career.”
Tapalovic not only had been Bayern’s goalkeeper coach since 2011 but also is a trusted family friend of Neuer.
The 36-year-old said that he considered leaving the club “as this was a heavy blow for me as I was already lying on the ground.”
While the 2014 world champion is recovering from a skiing accident leading to a broken leg, Bayern announced that they had sacked 42-year-old Tapalovic due to disagreements with head coach Julian Nagelsmann.
The Bayern keeper is sidelined for at least until the end of the 2022-2023 season.
Neuer said he “thought about everything, including my future with the club.”
The 2020 treble winner talked about the feeling his heart had been ripped out, saying the club’s action was the most “brutal thing I experienced in my career.”
Tapalovic not only had been Bayern’s goalkeeper coach since 2011 but also is a trusted family friend of Neuer.
- 2/4/2023
- by News Bureau
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Berlin (Germany), Jan 27 (Ians) It might have been the explicit intention of Sadio Mane to let pictures send out a convincing message of hope.
After all, not only the photographers at Bayern Munich’s training ground seemed pleased to see the 30-year-old Senegal star back in action.
With temperatures around the freezing point, two months after his leg injury, the striker delivered the expected pictures containing hope and determination.
His message seemed striking to everyone: The race to make it back for the delicate last 16 duels in the Champions League against Paris Saint-Germain on February 14 and March 8 has started.
Constantly smiling, the former Liverpool star carried out his running session persisting in the low temperatures in the winterly Bavarian atmosphere.
Without wearing a warming beanie, he had his tracksuit bottoms rolled up as if it was a pleasantly sunny springtime day. Leaving the locker room, Mane enthusiastically spread his arms,...
After all, not only the photographers at Bayern Munich’s training ground seemed pleased to see the 30-year-old Senegal star back in action.
With temperatures around the freezing point, two months after his leg injury, the striker delivered the expected pictures containing hope and determination.
His message seemed striking to everyone: The race to make it back for the delicate last 16 duels in the Champions League against Paris Saint-Germain on February 14 and March 8 has started.
Constantly smiling, the former Liverpool star carried out his running session persisting in the low temperatures in the winterly Bavarian atmosphere.
Without wearing a warming beanie, he had his tracksuit bottoms rolled up as if it was a pleasantly sunny springtime day. Leaving the locker room, Mane enthusiastically spread his arms,...
- 1/27/2023
- by News Bureau
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Berlin (Germany), Jan 25 (Ians) Three weeks ahead of the delicate duel against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League, the mood around Bayern Munich has hit rock bottom.
As if the painful loss of keeper Manuel Neuer wasn’t enough, disappointing league results and additional cases of indiscipline increased the tensions.
The Bavarians not only saw their lead shrink in the race for the national title after two draws against Leipzig and Cologne, but team internal procedures seem to get out of hand.
While Neuer suffers from a broken leg after a careless ski vacation at the end of December 2022, forcing the 2020 treble winner to invest nine million euros for replacement Yann Sommer, an insensitive trip of Serge Gnabry between two important games is bringing emotions to the boil, reports Xinhua news agency.
Sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic called the striker’s visit at the Paris fashion week during the free Sunday...
As if the painful loss of keeper Manuel Neuer wasn’t enough, disappointing league results and additional cases of indiscipline increased the tensions.
The Bavarians not only saw their lead shrink in the race for the national title after two draws against Leipzig and Cologne, but team internal procedures seem to get out of hand.
While Neuer suffers from a broken leg after a careless ski vacation at the end of December 2022, forcing the 2020 treble winner to invest nine million euros for replacement Yann Sommer, an insensitive trip of Serge Gnabry between two important games is bringing emotions to the boil, reports Xinhua news agency.
Sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic called the striker’s visit at the Paris fashion week during the free Sunday...
- 1/25/2023
- by News Bureau
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Berlin (Germany), Jan 20 (Ians) Yann Sommer will fill the gap of injured goalie Manuel Neuer after putting pen to paper on a deal with the Bavarians until June 2025, the German giants confirmed in an official statement on Thursday.
After a long back and forth, Bayern Munich eventually signed Monchengladbach’s custodian Sommer, who replaces Neuer with immediate effect for the time being. Neuer suffered a leg fracture during a skiing trip back in December and will be ruled out for the remainder of the season.
“I’m really looking forward to my new role at Fc Bayern. It’s a big club with power, we’ve often played against each other. I know about the enormous quality and appeal of this club. I’m proud to be part of Fc Bayern now. We have big tasks ahead of us,” Sommer told the club’s official homepage.
The 34-year-old goalkeeper is...
After a long back and forth, Bayern Munich eventually signed Monchengladbach’s custodian Sommer, who replaces Neuer with immediate effect for the time being. Neuer suffered a leg fracture during a skiing trip back in December and will be ruled out for the remainder of the season.
“I’m really looking forward to my new role at Fc Bayern. It’s a big club with power, we’ve often played against each other. I know about the enormous quality and appeal of this club. I’m proud to be part of Fc Bayern now. We have big tasks ahead of us,” Sommer told the club’s official homepage.
The 34-year-old goalkeeper is...
- 1/20/2023
- by News Bureau
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Berlin, Dec 10 (Ians) Germany and Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer has been ruled out for the rest of the season after breaking his leg while skiing during ‘extra vacation’ time allocated after his nation’s FIFA World Cup elimination.
The 36-year-old played every minute of Germany’s campaign in Qatar which saw them get knocked out of the group stages for the second successive tournament.
The veteran goalkeeper, who has been given extra time off by Bayern Munich boss Julian Nagelsmann, confirmed in an Instagram post on Saturday that he underwent surgery that will rule him out for the rest of the season.
“What can I say, the end of the year could have definitely gone better,” Neuer wrote along with his picture in a hospital bed with his right leg in a cast and a bandage on his left hand.
“While I was trying to get my head clear while ski touring,...
The 36-year-old played every minute of Germany’s campaign in Qatar which saw them get knocked out of the group stages for the second successive tournament.
The veteran goalkeeper, who has been given extra time off by Bayern Munich boss Julian Nagelsmann, confirmed in an Instagram post on Saturday that he underwent surgery that will rule him out for the rest of the season.
“What can I say, the end of the year could have definitely gone better,” Neuer wrote along with his picture in a hospital bed with his right leg in a cast and a bandage on his left hand.
“While I was trying to get my head clear while ski touring,...
- 12/10/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Al Khor (Qatar), Dec 2 (Ians) Germany head coach Hansi Flick has blamed a late lapse against Japan in their opening match for his team’s early World Cup elimination. Kai Havertz scored twice as Germany beat Costa Rica 4-2 in their last group match on Thursday, but Japan’s 2-1 win over Spain meant Hansi Flick’s side finished third in Group E, behind Spain on goal difference.
Flick said his team had paid the price for a poor performance in the first group fixture against Japan when Ritsu Doan and Takuma Asano scored in the last 20 minutes to give the Samurai Blue a 2-1 win.
“Our downfall didn’t happen today, but in 20 minutes against Japan,” Flick said, reports Xinhua. “We could have won against Spain with a bit more efficiency. Nevertheless, the disappointment is huge.”
Germany had 32 shots on goal on Thursday, 11 of which were on target, while...
Flick said his team had paid the price for a poor performance in the first group fixture against Japan when Ritsu Doan and Takuma Asano scored in the last 20 minutes to give the Samurai Blue a 2-1 win.
“Our downfall didn’t happen today, but in 20 minutes against Japan,” Flick said, reports Xinhua. “We could have won against Spain with a bit more efficiency. Nevertheless, the disappointment is huge.”
Germany had 32 shots on goal on Thursday, 11 of which were on target, while...
- 12/2/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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The 29-year-old’s close range strike gave the Germans the first point of the competition having lost their first match to Japan 2-1.
Fuellkrug’s strike cancelled out the 62nd minute strike by Spanish substitute Alvaro Morata, who beat his marker and flicked the ball in at the near post past goalkeeper Manuel Neuer following a low cross from Jordi Alba to give Spain the lead.
The one-all draw has left the group still wide open with Spain needing just a point against Japan to qualify for the knockouts. A win will guarantee them top spot. Germany stay bottom for now, but they can jump to second and qualify for the next phase if they beat Costa Rica and Japan lose to Spain. However, it gets a little bit trickier for Germany if Spain and Japan draw. If Japan draw it would come down to goal difference or goals scored by Germany and Japan.
Fuellkrug’s strike cancelled out the 62nd minute strike by Spanish substitute Alvaro Morata, who beat his marker and flicked the ball in at the near post past goalkeeper Manuel Neuer following a low cross from Jordi Alba to give Spain the lead.
The one-all draw has left the group still wide open with Spain needing just a point against Japan to qualify for the knockouts. A win will guarantee them top spot. Germany stay bottom for now, but they can jump to second and qualify for the next phase if they beat Costa Rica and Japan lose to Spain. However, it gets a little bit trickier for Germany if Spain and Japan draw. If Japan draw it would come down to goal difference or goals scored by Germany and Japan.
- 11/27/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Doha (Qatar), Nov 23 (Ians) Japan have provided the second major shock of the FIFA World Cup with a stunning comeback 2-1 win over Germany at the Khalifa International Stadium here on Wednesday.
The four-time world champions took a first-half lead through Ilkay Gundogan’s coolly dispatched penalty and looked likely to add to their advantage early in the second half.
However, after a couple of near misses from Serge Gnabry and goalscorer Gundogan, and a stunning series of saves from Shuichi Gonda, Japan made their move.
The Samurai Blue became increasingly adventurous as the match wore on and, having threatened Manuel Neuer’s goal on more than one occasion, pulled level with 15 minutes remaining through substitute Ritsu Doan’s opportunistic close-range finish.
A shock then turned into a sensation eight minutes later when Takuma Asano burst through on the right, amid some less-than-impressive German defending, to blast a ferocious and,...
The four-time world champions took a first-half lead through Ilkay Gundogan’s coolly dispatched penalty and looked likely to add to their advantage early in the second half.
However, after a couple of near misses from Serge Gnabry and goalscorer Gundogan, and a stunning series of saves from Shuichi Gonda, Japan made their move.
The Samurai Blue became increasingly adventurous as the match wore on and, having threatened Manuel Neuer’s goal on more than one occasion, pulled level with 15 minutes remaining through substitute Ritsu Doan’s opportunistic close-range finish.
A shock then turned into a sensation eight minutes later when Takuma Asano burst through on the right, amid some less-than-impressive German defending, to blast a ferocious and,...
- 11/23/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Berlin (Germany), Nov 22 (Ians) Tension is rife around the German team ahead of the group opener against Japan at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
Crossing swords with Japan this Wednesday is the tournament’s most important game from the perspective of German captain Manuel Neuer.
“You gain confidence for the following games with a successful start and avoid getting under pressure in the second group game,” the Bayern goalkeeper said before the German squad took off to Doha.
“It is the game to a great extent deciding about your progress in the tournament,” Neuer added, reminding him of the defeat in the 2018 group opener against Mexico.
While the 36-year-old Neuer is trying to sharpen the team’s senses, coach Hansi Flick is forced to do the job without Leroy Sane.
The Bayern striker is suffering from a knee problem, the German football association announced, but is said to be...
Crossing swords with Japan this Wednesday is the tournament’s most important game from the perspective of German captain Manuel Neuer.
“You gain confidence for the following games with a successful start and avoid getting under pressure in the second group game,” the Bayern goalkeeper said before the German squad took off to Doha.
“It is the game to a great extent deciding about your progress in the tournament,” Neuer added, reminding him of the defeat in the 2018 group opener against Mexico.
While the 36-year-old Neuer is trying to sharpen the team’s senses, coach Hansi Flick is forced to do the job without Leroy Sane.
The Bayern striker is suffering from a knee problem, the German football association announced, but is said to be...
- 11/22/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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In total, 32 countries will compete for the coveted trophy that symbolises supremacy in the sport called "The Beautiful Game" by legendary stars like Pele and numerous fans around the globe. As the clock ticks down for the kick-off, everybody is thinking about which teams are favourites to go all the way and which will be the dark horse and cause a few surprises in the mega-event.
Defending champions France, after emerging victorious in 2018, will be again among the favourites, but many nations have their sights set on lifting the trophy on December 18.
Here’s a look at the top contenders for the title:
Brazil: The South American powerhouse is the eternal favourite at the football World Cup. The five-time winners currently boast strength in depth — with the likes of Neymar, Vinicius Junior and Alisson at their disposal. However, they have not savoured World Cup glory since 2002.
The Neymar-led side will...
Defending champions France, after emerging victorious in 2018, will be again among the favourites, but many nations have their sights set on lifting the trophy on December 18.
Here’s a look at the top contenders for the title:
Brazil: The South American powerhouse is the eternal favourite at the football World Cup. The five-time winners currently boast strength in depth — with the likes of Neymar, Vinicius Junior and Alisson at their disposal. However, they have not savoured World Cup glory since 2002.
The Neymar-led side will...
- 11/19/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Berlin, Nov 6 (Ians) Bayern Munich climbed atop the Bundesliga standings on Saturday after three first-half goals paved the way for a 3-2 win over Hertha Berlin in the 13th round.
Hertha started brightly on home soil, but clinical Bayern Munich broke the deadlock with its first chance in the 12th minute when Sadio Mane dispossessed Suat Serdar before setting up for Jamal Musial, who made no mistake and drilled the ball from ten meters into the top left corner.
Bayern pushed forward as Mane forced Hertha goalkeeper Oliver Christensen into action following a combination in the 24th minute.
Berlin suddenly had the chance to level the score, but Bayern custodian Manuel Neuer was equal to the chances of Davie Selke and Marco Richter at the half-hour mark.
Bayern added two goals in quick succession as in-form striker Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting wrapped up his brace within one minute, establishing a 3-0 lead in the 38th minute,...
Hertha started brightly on home soil, but clinical Bayern Munich broke the deadlock with its first chance in the 12th minute when Sadio Mane dispossessed Suat Serdar before setting up for Jamal Musial, who made no mistake and drilled the ball from ten meters into the top left corner.
Bayern pushed forward as Mane forced Hertha goalkeeper Oliver Christensen into action following a combination in the 24th minute.
Berlin suddenly had the chance to level the score, but Bayern custodian Manuel Neuer was equal to the chances of Davie Selke and Marco Richter at the half-hour mark.
Bayern added two goals in quick succession as in-form striker Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting wrapped up his brace within one minute, establishing a 3-0 lead in the 38th minute,...
- 11/6/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Berlin (Germany), Oct 28 (Ians) Selecting his squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar comes near a nail-biting puzzle for German coach Hansi Flick.
With roughly two weeks to go until the 57-year-old will announce the 26 players on November 10, Flick is facing several doubtful cases among key figures.
Uncertainties around team cornerstones such as Dortmund striker Marco Reus and Bayern’s Manuel Neuer and Thomas Muller come along with doubts if the German defense can do without Mats Hummels.
While Neuer and Reus suffer from injuries and remain side-lined in their club teams, Muller is facing what the Bayern striker called the “on-and-off modus I am not used to.”
After recovering from a Covid-19 infection, the 33-year-old has to deal with back pain while the reasons for the injury remain in the dark, reports Xinhua.
“I am used to my body working well, this wasn’t the case over the past weeks; therefore,...
With roughly two weeks to go until the 57-year-old will announce the 26 players on November 10, Flick is facing several doubtful cases among key figures.
Uncertainties around team cornerstones such as Dortmund striker Marco Reus and Bayern’s Manuel Neuer and Thomas Muller come along with doubts if the German defense can do without Mats Hummels.
While Neuer and Reus suffer from injuries and remain side-lined in their club teams, Muller is facing what the Bayern striker called the “on-and-off modus I am not used to.”
After recovering from a Covid-19 infection, the 33-year-old has to deal with back pain while the reasons for the injury remain in the dark, reports Xinhua.
“I am used to my body working well, this wasn’t the case over the past weeks; therefore,...
- 11/1/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Berlin, Oct 9 (Ians) Bayern Munich wasted a two-goal lead after Anthony Modeste’s last-gasp equaliser snatched a two-all draw on home soil in the ninth round of Bundesliga on Saturday.
Both sides staged a rough first half with many fouls which disrupted the flow of the game hence goalscoring opportunities were at a premium.
The spectators had to wait until the half-hour mark to witness the first chances of the game as Raphael Guerreiro’s dangerous shot forced Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer into action.
Bayern however opened the scoring out of the blue moments later, as Jamal Musiala had all time and space to tee up for Leon Goretzka, who beat custodian Alexander Meyer with a well-placed shot from the edge of the box into the bottom left corner, reports Xinhua. Dortmund had the chance to make it 1-1 in the 36th minute but Donyell Malen couldn’t beat Neuer in a one-on-one.
Both sides staged a rough first half with many fouls which disrupted the flow of the game hence goalscoring opportunities were at a premium.
The spectators had to wait until the half-hour mark to witness the first chances of the game as Raphael Guerreiro’s dangerous shot forced Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer into action.
Bayern however opened the scoring out of the blue moments later, as Jamal Musiala had all time and space to tee up for Leon Goretzka, who beat custodian Alexander Meyer with a well-placed shot from the edge of the box into the bottom left corner, reports Xinhua. Dortmund had the chance to make it 1-1 in the 36th minute but Donyell Malen couldn’t beat Neuer in a one-on-one.
- 10/9/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Berlin, Oct 1 (Ians) Bayern Munich returned to winning ways after crushing struggling Bayer Leverkusen 4-0 thanks to the goals from Leroy Sane, Jamal Musiala, Sadio Mane and Thomas Muller at the curtain raiser of the eighth round at Bundesliga on Friday.
The German giants caught a fairy-tale start on home soil and opened the scoring with just three minutes played as Musiala’s defence-splitting pass found Sane, who beat goalkeeper Lukas Hradecky with a deflected shot from inside the box.
Leverkusen couldn’t gain a foothold into the clash whereas relentless Bayern made it two with 17 minutes gone as Musiala got his name on the scoreboards after slotting home from tight angle, reports Xinhua. The “Werkself” eventually showed a sign of life at the half-hour mark as Moussa Diaby forced Bayern custodian Manuel Neuer into action before Robert Andrich headed over the target from promising position.
Bayern showed no mercy...
The German giants caught a fairy-tale start on home soil and opened the scoring with just three minutes played as Musiala’s defence-splitting pass found Sane, who beat goalkeeper Lukas Hradecky with a deflected shot from inside the box.
Leverkusen couldn’t gain a foothold into the clash whereas relentless Bayern made it two with 17 minutes gone as Musiala got his name on the scoreboards after slotting home from tight angle, reports Xinhua. The “Werkself” eventually showed a sign of life at the half-hour mark as Moussa Diaby forced Bayern custodian Manuel Neuer into action before Robert Andrich headed over the target from promising position.
Bayern showed no mercy...
- 10/1/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Berlin, Sep 18 (Ians) Augsburg extended Bayern’s winless streak to four games as Mergim Berisha scored the only goal of the match while Borussia Dortmund captured the top spot after substitute Youssoufa Moukoko provided the 1-0 winner against stubborn Schalke at the seventh round on Saturday.
Bayern controlled possession from the starting whistle and forced Augsburg onto the back foot in the opening stages as Sadio Mane and Leroy Sane tested goalkeeper Rafal Gikiewicz in quick succession.
Augsburg defended well and almost finished off a counterattack, but Bayern custodian Manuel Neuer was equal to Florian Niederlechner’s hammer from 20 metres in the 24th minute, reports Xinhua. The German giants started an onslaught on Augsburg’s goal but neither Jamal Musiala nor Leon Goretzka was able to break the deadlock before the half time.
The “Fuggerstadter” eventually flabbergasted Bayern with the opener at the hour mark when Berisha tapped home a...
Bayern controlled possession from the starting whistle and forced Augsburg onto the back foot in the opening stages as Sadio Mane and Leroy Sane tested goalkeeper Rafal Gikiewicz in quick succession.
Augsburg defended well and almost finished off a counterattack, but Bayern custodian Manuel Neuer was equal to Florian Niederlechner’s hammer from 20 metres in the 24th minute, reports Xinhua. The German giants started an onslaught on Augsburg’s goal but neither Jamal Musiala nor Leon Goretzka was able to break the deadlock before the half time.
The “Fuggerstadter” eventually flabbergasted Bayern with the opener at the hour mark when Berisha tapped home a...
- 9/18/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Berlin, Sep 14 (Ians) Bayern Munich made it two wins from two in this season’s UEFA Champions League after goals from Lucas Hernandez and Leroy Sane, edging a wasteful Barcelona 2-0 in Group C on Tuesday.
Barcelona started powerfully on the road and created the first opportunity as Pedri tested Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer with a low shot from eight metres in the ninth minute.
Former Bayern striker Robert Lewandowski then had a great chance to break the deadlock, but the unmarked Pole pulled over the target with 18 minutes gone.
Lewandowski remained in the thick of things and kept Neuer busy as the Bayern keeper had to save a dangerous header on target three minutes later.
The visitors were the more energetic team as Raphinha unleashed a promising long-range effort at the half-hour mark, Cinhua reports. Bayern needed some time to gain a foothold into the clash, with the next...
Barcelona started powerfully on the road and created the first opportunity as Pedri tested Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer with a low shot from eight metres in the ninth minute.
Former Bayern striker Robert Lewandowski then had a great chance to break the deadlock, but the unmarked Pole pulled over the target with 18 minutes gone.
Lewandowski remained in the thick of things and kept Neuer busy as the Bayern keeper had to save a dangerous header on target three minutes later.
The visitors were the more energetic team as Raphinha unleashed a promising long-range effort at the half-hour mark, Cinhua reports. Bayern needed some time to gain a foothold into the clash, with the next...
- 9/14/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Berlin (Germany), Sep 12 (Ians) Robert Lewandowski’s goal record couldn’t be more impressive ahead of the delicate group encounter against his former side Bayern Munich.
Having scored 89 Champions League goals makes the 34-year-old Pole one of the competition’s most successful scorers, including 69 he scored for the 2020 treble winner.
The Pole has scored 49 times since the 2017-18 season, outpacing Manchester United’s Cristiano Ronaldo and Real Madrid’s Karim Benzema at 35.
Preparation of Bayern’s defenders seems intense in advance of Tuesday’s group encounter.
It is an open secret that the Bavarian defenders around Matthijs de Ligt, Benjamin Pavard, Lucas Hernandez, Dayot Upamecano, and keeper Manuel Neuer undergo advanced training to be updated when it comes to the Barca spearheads, reports Xinhua.
Considering Lewandowski’s 67 goals scored from inside the box, it is said to be one of Bayern’s main issues to keep their former striker out...
Having scored 89 Champions League goals makes the 34-year-old Pole one of the competition’s most successful scorers, including 69 he scored for the 2020 treble winner.
The Pole has scored 49 times since the 2017-18 season, outpacing Manchester United’s Cristiano Ronaldo and Real Madrid’s Karim Benzema at 35.
Preparation of Bayern’s defenders seems intense in advance of Tuesday’s group encounter.
It is an open secret that the Bavarian defenders around Matthijs de Ligt, Benjamin Pavard, Lucas Hernandez, Dayot Upamecano, and keeper Manuel Neuer undergo advanced training to be updated when it comes to the Barca spearheads, reports Xinhua.
Considering Lewandowski’s 67 goals scored from inside the box, it is said to be one of Bayern’s main issues to keep their former striker out...
- 9/12/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Berlin, Sep 4 (Ians) Reigning champions Bayern Munich dropped points for the second time in a row after courageous Union Berlin secured a 1-1 stalemate on home soil in the fifth round of the Bundesliga.
The “Bavarians” started brightly and controlled possession while Union kept all its men behind the ball, lurking for counterattack opportunities on Saturday evening.
Berlin shocked the visitors out of the blue in the 12th minute when Christopher Trimmel’s free kick into the box allowed Sheraldo Becker to open the scoring from 11 metres, reports Xinhua. Bayern answered only three minutes later as Joshua Kimmich’s deflected shot on target caught Union goalkeeper Frederik Ronnow flat-footed.
The visitors dominated possession and piled on the pressure, but Ronnow was on guard with a diving save to refuse Leroy Sane’s dangerous shot on target in the 36th minute.
Sane remained in the thick of things as he curled...
The “Bavarians” started brightly and controlled possession while Union kept all its men behind the ball, lurking for counterattack opportunities on Saturday evening.
Berlin shocked the visitors out of the blue in the 12th minute when Christopher Trimmel’s free kick into the box allowed Sheraldo Becker to open the scoring from 11 metres, reports Xinhua. Bayern answered only three minutes later as Joshua Kimmich’s deflected shot on target caught Union goalkeeper Frederik Ronnow flat-footed.
The visitors dominated possession and piled on the pressure, but Ronnow was on guard with a diving save to refuse Leroy Sane’s dangerous shot on target in the 36th minute.
Sane remained in the thick of things as he curled...
- 9/4/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
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Berlin, Aug 28 (Ians) Champions Bayern Munich salvaged a late 1-1 draw against Borussia Monchengladbach on Saturday to remain top of the Bundesliga after matchday four — on goal difference over their next opponents Union Berlin.
Germany winger Leroy Sane fired an 83rd-minute equaliser into the bottom left corner after Sadio Mane had two first-half goals disallowed for offside and Gladbach goalkeeper Yann Sommer had frustrated Bayern with 19 saves, the biggest number since data collecting started, according to statisticians Opta, reports Dpa.
Gladbach had taken the lead in the 43rd against the flow of play from Marcus Thuram after a terrible blunder from Bayern defender Dayot Upamecano, who had also looked bad in Bayern’s 5-0 German Cup meltdown 10 months ago against Gladbach.
Bayern dropped their first points of the season ahead of their trip next Saturday to Union who celebrated their biggest Bundesliga victory 6-1 at Schalke earlier Saturday and are level on 10 points with them.
Germany winger Leroy Sane fired an 83rd-minute equaliser into the bottom left corner after Sadio Mane had two first-half goals disallowed for offside and Gladbach goalkeeper Yann Sommer had frustrated Bayern with 19 saves, the biggest number since data collecting started, according to statisticians Opta, reports Dpa.
Gladbach had taken the lead in the 43rd against the flow of play from Marcus Thuram after a terrible blunder from Bayern defender Dayot Upamecano, who had also looked bad in Bayern’s 5-0 German Cup meltdown 10 months ago against Gladbach.
Bayern dropped their first points of the season ahead of their trip next Saturday to Union who celebrated their biggest Bundesliga victory 6-1 at Schalke earlier Saturday and are level on 10 points with them.
- 8/28/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Berlin, Aug 22 (Ians) Utterly rampant Bayern Munich are the only Bundesliga side with a 100 per cent record after three games following a 7-0 triumph at Bochum on Sunday.
Leroy Sane, Matthijs de Ligt and Kingsley Coman, all making their first starts of the league season, netted before Sadio Mane also scored in the first half as the champions surged two points clear at the top already, reports Dpa. Mane added a penalty after the break following a foul on Coman and Cristian Gamboa scored an unlucky own goal before substitute Serge Gnabry slammed home.
“We are very proud of this performance, we have to keep going,” Coman, whose side scored six in their first away game at Eintracht Frankfurt to open the season, told Dazn.
“We are at 100 per cent but we know the season is long. We have lots of possibilities up top.”
On Saturday, Borussia Dortmund looked to...
Leroy Sane, Matthijs de Ligt and Kingsley Coman, all making their first starts of the league season, netted before Sadio Mane also scored in the first half as the champions surged two points clear at the top already, reports Dpa. Mane added a penalty after the break following a foul on Coman and Cristian Gamboa scored an unlucky own goal before substitute Serge Gnabry slammed home.
“We are very proud of this performance, we have to keep going,” Coman, whose side scored six in their first away game at Eintracht Frankfurt to open the season, told Dazn.
“We are at 100 per cent but we know the season is long. We have lots of possibilities up top.”
On Saturday, Borussia Dortmund looked to...
- 8/22/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Warsaw, July 18 (Ians) Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer admitted that the team will miss Robert Lewandowski as his transfer to Fc Barcelona is a “massive loss” for the German champions. Fc Barcelona on Saturday announced they had reached the “principle of an agreement” to sign the Polish striker. Neuer claimed in an interview for […]...
- 7/18/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Berlin, April 12 (Ians) Robert Lewandowski might only be one of many cases that Fc Bayern Munich needs to solve when designing the future of the club’s squad. Several experienced players such as Thomas Muller and Manuel Neuer aside from Serge Gnabry are said to be in the middle of negotiations. As the Polish forward […]...
- 4/12/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Berlin, April 7 (Ians) Having lost the first away game in the Champions League since September 2017 is triggering self-doubts at Bayern Munich. Ahead of the second leg against Fc Villareal (1-0), the poor performance of the 2020 treble winner’s team leaders such as Thomas Muller, Manuel Neuer, Robert Lewandowski, and Joshua Kimmich increased perplexity […]...
- 4/7/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Berlin, March 13 (Ians) Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich dropped points for the second time in a row after sharing the spoils with courageous Hoffenheim following a 1-1 draw at the 26th round here. Both sides staged a lively start as Hoffenheim’s Andrej Kramaric tested Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer in quick succession before Serge Gnabry’s volley […]...
- 3/20/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Berlin, May 17 (Ians) Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen will not be part of Germany's Euro 2020 squad this summer due to impending knee surgery.
"I have decided [after consulting Barcelona's medical team] that I will undergo a complementary intervention on my knee," ter Stegen said on Instagram on Monday.
"I am sad I will miss the Euro 2020 this summer with Germany. For the first time in many years, I will be a fan at home supporting my country, I hope we win it!," he added.
Euro 2020, postponed to this year due to Covid-19, will be held from June 11 to July 11 across 11 cities.
The 29-year-old ter Stegen has been a back-up to first-choice goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, who is also Germany captain.
"We were in talks with Marc," Germany coach Joachim Loew told the German Football Federation (Dfb) homepage, reports Dpa.
"He knows that we value him highly as a world-class goalkeeper."
"Marc will unfortunately be missing for...
"I have decided [after consulting Barcelona's medical team] that I will undergo a complementary intervention on my knee," ter Stegen said on Instagram on Monday.
"I am sad I will miss the Euro 2020 this summer with Germany. For the first time in many years, I will be a fan at home supporting my country, I hope we win it!," he added.
Euro 2020, postponed to this year due to Covid-19, will be held from June 11 to July 11 across 11 cities.
The 29-year-old ter Stegen has been a back-up to first-choice goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, who is also Germany captain.
"We were in talks with Marc," Germany coach Joachim Loew told the German Football Federation (Dfb) homepage, reports Dpa.
"He knows that we value him highly as a world-class goalkeeper."
"Marc will unfortunately be missing for...
- 5/20/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Berlin, March 29 (Ians) Satisfying results against two underdogs don't conceal Germany's most pressing problem. At this summer's European Championship, coach Joachim Loew's team will have to do the job without an out-and-out spearhead.
The 2022 World Cup qualifiers against Iceland (3-0) and Romania (1-0) showed distinct profligacy in converting chances, something that is causing concern.
Leroy Sane (City), Serge Gnabry (Bayern), and Timo Werner, and Kai Havertz (Chelsea) might be skillful wingers, but the four are far from being goal-scoring machines.
An inadequacy in converting chances at their clubs and in the national team is becoming one of the primary concerns for Loew when facing leading football nations such as France and Portugal and then Hungary in the group stage at the continental tournament, Xinhua news reported.
"If we had a Lewandowski around, we would win every game," former Bayern president and TV pundit Uli Hoeness said, adding: "But we don't.
The 2022 World Cup qualifiers against Iceland (3-0) and Romania (1-0) showed distinct profligacy in converting chances, something that is causing concern.
Leroy Sane (City), Serge Gnabry (Bayern), and Timo Werner, and Kai Havertz (Chelsea) might be skillful wingers, but the four are far from being goal-scoring machines.
An inadequacy in converting chances at their clubs and in the national team is becoming one of the primary concerns for Loew when facing leading football nations such as France and Portugal and then Hungary in the group stage at the continental tournament, Xinhua news reported.
"If we had a Lewandowski around, we would win every game," former Bayern president and TV pundit Uli Hoeness said, adding: "But we don't.
- 3/29/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Berlin, March 29 (Ians) Serge Gnabry's first half goal ensured Germany won 1-0 in Romania and stayed top of World Cup qualifying Group J despite a string of missed chances in Bucharest.
Gnabry tapped in a 15th goal in 19 internationals in the 16th minute but coach Joachim Loew watched in growing frustration as Germany failed to make the game safe through a combination of poor finishing and inspired goalkeeping from Florin Nita on Sunday, Dpa news reports.
But with Romania toothless in attack, Gnabry's solitary strike was enough to keep Germany perfect in the group with two wins out of two before they conclude their opening triple-header at home to North Macedonia on Wednesday.
"We have worked very well against the ball and won it well," Loew told broadcaster Rtl. "We had some good combinations.
"If you can be critical, it is the chance conversion - we could have made...
Gnabry tapped in a 15th goal in 19 internationals in the 16th minute but coach Joachim Loew watched in growing frustration as Germany failed to make the game safe through a combination of poor finishing and inspired goalkeeping from Florin Nita on Sunday, Dpa news reports.
But with Romania toothless in attack, Gnabry's solitary strike was enough to keep Germany perfect in the group with two wins out of two before they conclude their opening triple-header at home to North Macedonia on Wednesday.
"We have worked very well against the ball and won it well," Loew told broadcaster Rtl. "We had some good combinations.
"If you can be critical, it is the chance conversion - we could have made...
- 3/29/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Bucharest, March 28 (Ians) Germany arrived in Bucharest for their second World Cup qualifier against Romania on Sunday without Bayern Munich defender Niklas Suele, who misses out with a muscle problem.
The 25-year-old Sule will also be unavailable for Wednesday's match at home to North Macedonia, the German federation Dfb said on Saturday, which concludes the opening qualifying triple-header, Dpa news reports.
Sule already sat out Thursday's 3-0 win over Iceland in Duisburg but will not recover in time for the next matches.
That leaves coach Joachim Loew with a squad of 18 outfield players and two goalkeepers which could be cut further as he revealed to reporters Suele's Bayern team-mates Leon Goretzka und Leroy Sane were doubts.
Goretzka has a "bit of a problem in the calf" while Sane has a hamstring issue but has a better chance of making it.
"I will wait until early tomorrow on how things develop,...
The 25-year-old Sule will also be unavailable for Wednesday's match at home to North Macedonia, the German federation Dfb said on Saturday, which concludes the opening qualifying triple-header, Dpa news reports.
Sule already sat out Thursday's 3-0 win over Iceland in Duisburg but will not recover in time for the next matches.
That leaves coach Joachim Loew with a squad of 18 outfield players and two goalkeepers which could be cut further as he revealed to reporters Suele's Bayern team-mates Leon Goretzka und Leroy Sane were doubts.
Goretzka has a "bit of a problem in the calf" while Sane has a hamstring issue but has a better chance of making it.
"I will wait until early tomorrow on how things develop,...
- 3/28/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Berlin, March 26 (Ians) Two quick first-half goals from Leon Goretzka and Kai Havertz paved the way for Germany's 3-0 victory over Iceland to kick off their 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign.
The Germans wasted no time on Thursday and opened the score with only three minutes gone when Serge Gnabry teed up Joshua Kimmich's chip into the box for Goretzka, who volleyed the ball into the top right corner, Xinhua news reports.
Four minutes later, Iceland was already 2-0 behind as Kimmich's through ball allowed Leroy Sane to assist Havertz, whose well-placed shot into the bottom right overcame goalkeeper Hannes Thor Halldorsson.
The hosts should have added more goals to their lead but neither Goretzka nor Havertz was able to seal the brace before the break. Meanwhile, Iceland came close in the 25th minute when German defender Antonio Rudiger deflected Runa Sigurjonsson's dangerous shot off-target.
Rudiger remained in the...
The Germans wasted no time on Thursday and opened the score with only three minutes gone when Serge Gnabry teed up Joshua Kimmich's chip into the box for Goretzka, who volleyed the ball into the top right corner, Xinhua news reports.
Four minutes later, Iceland was already 2-0 behind as Kimmich's through ball allowed Leroy Sane to assist Havertz, whose well-placed shot into the bottom right overcame goalkeeper Hannes Thor Halldorsson.
The hosts should have added more goals to their lead but neither Goretzka nor Havertz was able to seal the brace before the break. Meanwhile, Iceland came close in the 25th minute when German defender Antonio Rudiger deflected Runa Sigurjonsson's dangerous shot off-target.
Rudiger remained in the...
- 3/26/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Berlin, March 18 (Ians) Title holders Bayern Munich beat Lazio 2-1 and 6-2 on aggregate to reach the Champions League quarter-finals a record 19th time.
Robert Lewandowski converted a first-half penalty and substitute Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting got the second for Bayern who had effectively sealed the tie with a 4-1 win in Rome last month, Dpa news agency reports.
Munich broke a tie with Barcelona as they reached the last eight a record 19th time since the elite event was rebranded Champions League in 1992-93.
Chelsea, meanwhile completed a 3-0 aggregate success over Atletico Madrid from a 2-0 victory courtesy of Hakim Ziyech in the first half and Emerson in stoppage time. The visitors had Stefan Savic sent off in the 81st.
Bayern and Chelsea completed the quarter-final field which also includes Liverpool, Manchester City, Borussia Dortmund, record winners Real Madrid, last year's finalists Paris Saint-Germain and Porto.
The draw for...
Robert Lewandowski converted a first-half penalty and substitute Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting got the second for Bayern who had effectively sealed the tie with a 4-1 win in Rome last month, Dpa news agency reports.
Munich broke a tie with Barcelona as they reached the last eight a record 19th time since the elite event was rebranded Champions League in 1992-93.
Chelsea, meanwhile completed a 3-0 aggregate success over Atletico Madrid from a 2-0 victory courtesy of Hakim Ziyech in the first half and Emerson in stoppage time. The visitors had Stefan Savic sent off in the 81st.
Bayern and Chelsea completed the quarter-final field which also includes Liverpool, Manchester City, Borussia Dortmund, record winners Real Madrid, last year's finalists Paris Saint-Germain and Porto.
The draw for...
- 3/18/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Berlin, Feb 28 (Ians) Bayern Munich returned to winning ways in the league and cemented its top spot after Robert Lewandowski and Serge Gnabry provided a brace each to down Cologne 5-1 on home soil in the 23rd round in the Bundesliga.
Both sides started highly motivated into the encounter, but Bayern needed no warm-up time and opened the scoring with just 18 minutes gone when Leon Goretzka's pass into the box found Eric-Maxim Choupo Moting, who tapped the opener home from five meters, Xinhua news reports.
After the opener, Bayern gained momentum while Cologne had to focus on its defensive work as Lewandowski unleashed a dangerous header on target in the 25th minute on Saturday.
Bayern's top striker remained in the thick of things as he doubled the advantage in the 34th minute after Goretzka's second assist allowed Lewandowski to mark his 27th goal of the season.
The hosts retracted...
Both sides started highly motivated into the encounter, but Bayern needed no warm-up time and opened the scoring with just 18 minutes gone when Leon Goretzka's pass into the box found Eric-Maxim Choupo Moting, who tapped the opener home from five meters, Xinhua news reports.
After the opener, Bayern gained momentum while Cologne had to focus on its defensive work as Lewandowski unleashed a dangerous header on target in the 25th minute on Saturday.
Bayern's top striker remained in the thick of things as he doubled the advantage in the 34th minute after Goretzka's second assist allowed Lewandowski to mark his 27th goal of the season.
The hosts retracted...
- 2/28/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Berlin, Feb 21 (Ians) League leaders Bayern Munich suffered a setback in the Bundesliga title race, losing 2-1 to Eintracht Frankfurt. The Eagles staged a faultless first-half performance with goals from Daichi Kamada and Amin Younes. The record German champions woke up after half-time, but Robert Lewandowski's goal wasn't enough to take anything from the match.
Frankfurt started frenetically and immediately pushed Bayern onto the back foot on Saturday. It took the hosts only four minutes to produce the first clear-cut opportunity as Bayern defender David Alaba had to block Younes' dangerous attempt on target, Xinhua news reports.
Ten minutes later, Frankfurt were rewarded for their powerful start as Filip Kostic's square pass found Kamada, who made no mistake to beat Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer from close range.
Younes remained a factor in Frankfurt's game as the German international kept Bayern's defense busy.
Bayern were helpless in the 31st...
Frankfurt started frenetically and immediately pushed Bayern onto the back foot on Saturday. It took the hosts only four minutes to produce the first clear-cut opportunity as Bayern defender David Alaba had to block Younes' dangerous attempt on target, Xinhua news reports.
Ten minutes later, Frankfurt were rewarded for their powerful start as Filip Kostic's square pass found Kamada, who made no mistake to beat Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer from close range.
Younes remained a factor in Frankfurt's game as the German international kept Bayern's defense busy.
Bayern were helpless in the 31st...
- 2/21/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Soccer world governing body FIFA has fined the Mexico Football Federation for its fans' use of “discriminatory and insulting chants" during a World Cup game against Germany.
The FIFA disciplinary committee on Wednesday handed down a 10,000 Swiss francs ($10,400) fine for chants of “puto” directed at Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer. Mexican fans have long shouted the word, homophobic slang for a male sex worker, at opposing teams.
FIFA warned Mexico that if the chants continue at future matches, offending fans could be removed from the stands. FIFA is employing three specialist observers at each World ...
The FIFA disciplinary committee on Wednesday handed down a 10,000 Swiss francs ($10,400) fine for chants of “puto” directed at Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer. Mexican fans have long shouted the word, homophobic slang for a male sex worker, at opposing teams.
FIFA warned Mexico that if the chants continue at future matches, offending fans could be removed from the stands. FIFA is employing three specialist observers at each World ...
- 6/21/2018
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
Luis Suárez, Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are, unsurprisingly, among the highest-ranked players in FIFA 17, but for the first time in seven years, the latter Barcelona superstar is no longer the pick of the bunch.
Buoyed by a standout performance at this summer’s European Championships, it is Cristiano Ronaldo that has become the Mvp of FIFA 17 with a ranking of 94, with the Argentine nipping at his heels with an overall stat value of 93. Between them, Barcelona playermakers Suárez and Neymar, along with German shot-stopper Manuel Neuer, each hold a value of 92. You’ll be able to find the full breakdown over on EA’s official site.
There’s plenty to decipher, too, with cover star Marco Reus checking in with 88 stat value.
1. Cristiano Ronaldo – 94 (Real Madrid)
2. Lionel Messi – 93 (Barcelona)
3. Neymar – 92 (Barcelona)
4. Luis Suárez – 92 (Barcelona)
5. Manuel Neuer – 92 (Bayern Munich)
6. Gareth Bale – 90 (Real Madrid)
7. Zlatan Ibrahimović – 90 (Manchester United)
8. Jérôme Boateng – 90 (Bayern...
Buoyed by a standout performance at this summer’s European Championships, it is Cristiano Ronaldo that has become the Mvp of FIFA 17 with a ranking of 94, with the Argentine nipping at his heels with an overall stat value of 93. Between them, Barcelona playermakers Suárez and Neymar, along with German shot-stopper Manuel Neuer, each hold a value of 92. You’ll be able to find the full breakdown over on EA’s official site.
There’s plenty to decipher, too, with cover star Marco Reus checking in with 88 stat value.
1. Cristiano Ronaldo – 94 (Real Madrid)
2. Lionel Messi – 93 (Barcelona)
3. Neymar – 92 (Barcelona)
4. Luis Suárez – 92 (Barcelona)
5. Manuel Neuer – 92 (Bayern Munich)
6. Gareth Bale – 90 (Real Madrid)
7. Zlatan Ibrahimović – 90 (Manchester United)
8. Jérôme Boateng – 90 (Bayern...
- 9/6/2016
- by Michael Briers
- We Got This Covered
EA Sports
Every year FIFA is released to a clamour from fans demanding to know who the best players in the game are. Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Luis Suarez, Arjen Robben and goalkeeping phenomenon Manuel Neuer all find themselves in the 90+ ratings club for FIFA 16, but aim lower in Ultimate Team and you’ll find the real gems.
Everybody expects the world’s elite to be the best in the game, it’s obvious, and because of that, their Ut prices will fly upwards. But don’t even think about blowing all of your cash on one of those players in the opening, inflated stages, instead you should seek out the pace merchants and physical beasts who have garnered immense online reputations.
The following footballers are are decent enough in real life, some of them really are quality, but despite not holding down a place among the absolute elite in real life,...
Every year FIFA is released to a clamour from fans demanding to know who the best players in the game are. Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Luis Suarez, Arjen Robben and goalkeeping phenomenon Manuel Neuer all find themselves in the 90+ ratings club for FIFA 16, but aim lower in Ultimate Team and you’ll find the real gems.
Everybody expects the world’s elite to be the best in the game, it’s obvious, and because of that, their Ut prices will fly upwards. But don’t even think about blowing all of your cash on one of those players in the opening, inflated stages, instead you should seek out the pace merchants and physical beasts who have garnered immense online reputations.
The following footballers are are decent enough in real life, some of them really are quality, but despite not holding down a place among the absolute elite in real life,...
- 9/8/2015
- by Michael Potts
- Obsessed with Film
AP Photo/Andres Kudacki
In terms of football, the 21st century has been magnificent. The game has continued to grow, and the battle for its top prizes seems to get more and more competitive by the year. Over the last 14 years, we have witnessed Barcelona become arguably the greatest club side ever, Arsenal and Juventus go entire domestic seasons unbeaten, Manchester United dominate much of the English game and Brazil, Italy, Spain and Germany win the World Cup.
During that same time frame there have been some truly astounding players to grace the game. Goalkeepers and defenders like Manuel Neuer, Gianluigi Buffon, Fabio Cannavaro, Cafu and Philipp Lahm have shown their consistent brilliance, English stars like Steven Gerrard, Paul Scholes and Wayne Rooney have been world-class for long periods and supreme strikers like Raul, Andriy Shevchenko and Luis Suarez have wowed audiences week in, week out with their talent. None...
In terms of football, the 21st century has been magnificent. The game has continued to grow, and the battle for its top prizes seems to get more and more competitive by the year. Over the last 14 years, we have witnessed Barcelona become arguably the greatest club side ever, Arsenal and Juventus go entire domestic seasons unbeaten, Manchester United dominate much of the English game and Brazil, Italy, Spain and Germany win the World Cup.
During that same time frame there have been some truly astounding players to grace the game. Goalkeepers and defenders like Manuel Neuer, Gianluigi Buffon, Fabio Cannavaro, Cafu and Philipp Lahm have shown their consistent brilliance, English stars like Steven Gerrard, Paul Scholes and Wayne Rooney have been world-class for long periods and supreme strikers like Raul, Andriy Shevchenko and Luis Suarez have wowed audiences week in, week out with their talent. None...
- 11/27/2014
- by Henry Jackson
- Obsessed with Film
Adam Davy/Pa Wire/Press Association Images
Last season Southampton were the Premier League’s surprise package. In just their second year back in the top flight, and having fought against relegation the previous year, Saints impressed fans and rival managers with both their results and their enterprising, technically skilled football. It came as no surprise after all that to see a number of Southampton players featuring at this summer’s World Cup, including three in the England squad. Since then, though, all three of those players have followed manager Mauricio Pochettino in leaving the South coast behind and that is just the beginning.
The Saints exodus has continued this week with troubled forward Dani Osvaldo sent on loan to Inter Milan, with Saphir Taider going in the other direction. At this rate it is likely that there will be more familiar names in the Liverpool line-up than Southampton’s...
Last season Southampton were the Premier League’s surprise package. In just their second year back in the top flight, and having fought against relegation the previous year, Saints impressed fans and rival managers with both their results and their enterprising, technically skilled football. It came as no surprise after all that to see a number of Southampton players featuring at this summer’s World Cup, including three in the England squad. Since then, though, all three of those players have followed manager Mauricio Pochettino in leaving the South coast behind and that is just the beginning.
The Saints exodus has continued this week with troubled forward Dani Osvaldo sent on loan to Inter Milan, with Saphir Taider going in the other direction. At this rate it is likely that there will be more familiar names in the Liverpool line-up than Southampton’s...
- 8/13/2014
- by Jack Gann
- Obsessed with Film
Adam Davy/Empics Sport
In terms of big-money signings, the Gunners have not had much to whet their appetite with in recent seasons. With every transfer window that slams shut, praying to God that their newly-acquired 21 year old striker from Guinea hits the ground running, while their posh city rivals welcome the biggest and best from around Europe, an air of jealousy was apparent. Having to fund a new stadium can take its toll on a club’s forthrightness in the transfer market, and that in turn, will have a knockdown effect on the amount of trophies they acquire. With the likes of Cesc Fabregas, Robin van Persie and even Thierry Henry plucked from thin air, with everything to prove to the gruelling English media, Wenger has been labelled ‘reluctant’ to dip his toes in what can be an unforgiving transfer market.
Last summer, there was a new wave of optimism circling the Emirates.
In terms of big-money signings, the Gunners have not had much to whet their appetite with in recent seasons. With every transfer window that slams shut, praying to God that their newly-acquired 21 year old striker from Guinea hits the ground running, while their posh city rivals welcome the biggest and best from around Europe, an air of jealousy was apparent. Having to fund a new stadium can take its toll on a club’s forthrightness in the transfer market, and that in turn, will have a knockdown effect on the amount of trophies they acquire. With the likes of Cesc Fabregas, Robin van Persie and even Thierry Henry plucked from thin air, with everything to prove to the gruelling English media, Wenger has been labelled ‘reluctant’ to dip his toes in what can be an unforgiving transfer market.
Last summer, there was a new wave of optimism circling the Emirates.
- 7/18/2014
- by Michael Ramsay
- Obsessed with Film
The German soccer team, fresh off their 2014 World Cup win over Argentina, headed to Bradenburg Gate upon returning to their homeland to receive a spirited welcome.
German Teams Celebrates Victory With Fans
On Tuesday, the 23-man World Cup winning German soccer team touched down at Berlin's Tegel airport. There, the men were greeted on the tarmac with cheers and applause and with the steps leading off their private plane decorated with the phrase "World Cup Winners 2014" and accompanied by four stars to commemorate all four of Germany's World Cup wins.
From the airport, the team was shuttled into the center of Berlin via an open-topped black truck that featured the gold trophy emblazoned on its side. The team waved to excited fans as they approached the site of the celebration event at Bradenburg Gate, where a crowd had been gathering from the night before. All told, nearly half a million...
German Teams Celebrates Victory With Fans
On Tuesday, the 23-man World Cup winning German soccer team touched down at Berlin's Tegel airport. There, the men were greeted on the tarmac with cheers and applause and with the steps leading off their private plane decorated with the phrase "World Cup Winners 2014" and accompanied by four stars to commemorate all four of Germany's World Cup wins.
From the airport, the team was shuttled into the center of Berlin via an open-topped black truck that featured the gold trophy emblazoned on its side. The team waved to excited fans as they approached the site of the celebration event at Bradenburg Gate, where a crowd had been gathering from the night before. All told, nearly half a million...
- 7/15/2014
- Uinterview
Michel Euler/AP/Press Association Images
Have you ever wondered what the FIFPro XI might have looked like had it been based on stats alone? Players like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo had long been ensured of their place in the team which was voted for by International captains, managers and media alike. Messi was joined by team-mates Xavi, Iniesta and Dani Alves after Barcelona won the Spanish League at a canter. Manuel Neuer was, in many’s opinion, deservedly the man between the sticks after helping his Bayern side to the first treble won by a German team, along with Philipp Lahm and Franck Ribery, and the team was completed by Real Madrid’s Sergio Ramos and Psg men, Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Thiago Silva. But would they retain that place if it was based purely on stats so far this season?
Could a mid-table La Liga player sneak his way into the mix?...
Have you ever wondered what the FIFPro XI might have looked like had it been based on stats alone? Players like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo had long been ensured of their place in the team which was voted for by International captains, managers and media alike. Messi was joined by team-mates Xavi, Iniesta and Dani Alves after Barcelona won the Spanish League at a canter. Manuel Neuer was, in many’s opinion, deservedly the man between the sticks after helping his Bayern side to the first treble won by a German team, along with Philipp Lahm and Franck Ribery, and the team was completed by Real Madrid’s Sergio Ramos and Psg men, Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Thiago Silva. But would they retain that place if it was based purely on stats so far this season?
Could a mid-table La Liga player sneak his way into the mix?...
- 1/28/2014
- by Joshua Jones
- Obsessed with Film
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Amongst all the end of year awards announced in the last week, FIFPro have selected their team of the year for 2013 and it is: Manuel Neuer; Dani Alves, Thiago Silva, Sergio Ramos, Philipp Lahm; Andres Iniesta, Xavi, Franck Ribery; Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
Naturally the reaction in the British press has been to question the lack of Premier League players in the team, but that is just a reflection of the poor performance of English teams in the Champions League compared to previous years.
What is more noteworthy, though, is that the selection reflects an accepted wisdom of previous years with regard to the dominance of La Liga and Spain’s Golden Generation. In a year in which Barcelona were thoroughly outplayed by Bayern Munich across two legs in the Champions League and Spain well beaten in the Confederations Cup Final, should...
Amongst all the end of year awards announced in the last week, FIFPro have selected their team of the year for 2013 and it is: Manuel Neuer; Dani Alves, Thiago Silva, Sergio Ramos, Philipp Lahm; Andres Iniesta, Xavi, Franck Ribery; Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
Naturally the reaction in the British press has been to question the lack of Premier League players in the team, but that is just a reflection of the poor performance of English teams in the Champions League compared to previous years.
What is more noteworthy, though, is that the selection reflects an accepted wisdom of previous years with regard to the dominance of La Liga and Spain’s Golden Generation. In a year in which Barcelona were thoroughly outplayed by Bayern Munich across two legs in the Champions League and Spain well beaten in the Confederations Cup Final, should...
- 1/22/2014
- by Jack Gann
- Obsessed with Film
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Every year, FIFPro, the worldwide representative organisation for 65,000 professional football players, invites its members to pick their best team of the last 12 months.
This team, commonly referred to as a “World XI”, can contain stars from any league, and is to include one goalkeeper, four defenders, three midfielders and three strikers.
The World XI for 2013 will be announced on January 13, 2014, when the shortlist of football’s greats will be whittled down to a final 11 man team.
With the much-awaited results incoming, we thought we’d use the shortlist and put together our own World XI, and here it is.
Gk. Manuel Neuer (Bayern Munich)
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Gianluigi Buffon of Juventus, Real Madrid’s out-of-favour Iker Casillas, Chelsea’s Petr Cech and Barcelona stopper Victor Valdes have all joined Manuel Neuer on the shortlist for 2013′s greatest goalkeeper.
But it is Neuer who stands out above the rest,...
Every year, FIFPro, the worldwide representative organisation for 65,000 professional football players, invites its members to pick their best team of the last 12 months.
This team, commonly referred to as a “World XI”, can contain stars from any league, and is to include one goalkeeper, four defenders, three midfielders and three strikers.
The World XI for 2013 will be announced on January 13, 2014, when the shortlist of football’s greats will be whittled down to a final 11 man team.
With the much-awaited results incoming, we thought we’d use the shortlist and put together our own World XI, and here it is.
Gk. Manuel Neuer (Bayern Munich)
Mike Egerton/Empics Sport
Gianluigi Buffon of Juventus, Real Madrid’s out-of-favour Iker Casillas, Chelsea’s Petr Cech and Barcelona stopper Victor Valdes have all joined Manuel Neuer on the shortlist for 2013′s greatest goalkeeper.
But it is Neuer who stands out above the rest,...
- 1/9/2014
- by Joseph Dempsey
- Obsessed with Film
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Manchester City recovered from 2-0 down at the Allianz Arena to inflict a rare defeat on Champions League holders Bayern Munich, but still finished behind them in Group D.
James Milner netted the winner after David Silva and Aleksandar Kolarov’s penalty cancelled out Thomas Muller and Mario Gotze strikes.
City made a terrible start conceding on five minutes. Defender Dante picked out Muller with a lovely long ball which the German chested down as he ran infield and away from Kolarov. Joe Hart was swiftly beaten by a low strike across him.
Bayern continued to build on their lead with Brazil’s Dante nodding a Toni Kroos free kick straight at England and City stopper Hart. Ballon d’Or nominee Franck Ribery won a corner with Joleon Lescott putting in a very shaky display in defence.
From that set piece hosts Munich doubled their lead through Gotze 12 minutes in.
Manchester City recovered from 2-0 down at the Allianz Arena to inflict a rare defeat on Champions League holders Bayern Munich, but still finished behind them in Group D.
James Milner netted the winner after David Silva and Aleksandar Kolarov’s penalty cancelled out Thomas Muller and Mario Gotze strikes.
City made a terrible start conceding on five minutes. Defender Dante picked out Muller with a lovely long ball which the German chested down as he ran infield and away from Kolarov. Joe Hart was swiftly beaten by a low strike across him.
Bayern continued to build on their lead with Brazil’s Dante nodding a Toni Kroos free kick straight at England and City stopper Hart. Ballon d’Or nominee Franck Ribery won a corner with Joleon Lescott putting in a very shaky display in defence.
From that set piece hosts Munich doubled their lead through Gotze 12 minutes in.
- 12/10/2013
- by Jamie Clark
- Obsessed with Film
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Manchester City will have to cause an unlikely upset and affect a three-goal swing on hosts Bayern Munich to top Champions League Group D.
Both sides have already guaranteed their places in the knockout stages ahead of this clash. Munich need a point to clinch top spot, but boast a fearsome and strong home record.
City lost their only previous visit to the Allianz Arena 2-0 in September 2011 with Mario Gomez bagging a first half brace. Manuel Pellegrini’s team were comprehensively beaten at home by Bayern on matchday two this term with supporting trio Franck Ribery, Thomas Muller and Arjen Robben all on target.
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Munich manager Pep Guardiola may field fringe players for this dead rubber encounter, but may also be tempted to name the same XI that put seven past Werder Bremen in the Bundesliga at the weekend.
Robben, who is out until...
Manchester City will have to cause an unlikely upset and affect a three-goal swing on hosts Bayern Munich to top Champions League Group D.
Both sides have already guaranteed their places in the knockout stages ahead of this clash. Munich need a point to clinch top spot, but boast a fearsome and strong home record.
City lost their only previous visit to the Allianz Arena 2-0 in September 2011 with Mario Gomez bagging a first half brace. Manuel Pellegrini’s team were comprehensively beaten at home by Bayern on matchday two this term with supporting trio Franck Ribery, Thomas Muller and Arjen Robben all on target.
Team News
Munich manager Pep Guardiola may field fringe players for this dead rubber encounter, but may also be tempted to name the same XI that put seven past Werder Bremen in the Bundesliga at the weekend.
Robben, who is out until...
- 12/10/2013
- by Jamie Clark
- Obsessed with Film
Bayern Munich picked up a superb victory this evening at the Signal Iduna Park, defeating arch-rivals Borussia Dortmund 3-0.
Former Dortmund man Mario Gotze opened the scoring with a class finish, before Arjen Robben later added a second with a brilliant chip.
Thomas Muller sealed the game late on after some great build-up play, leaving Dortmund off the pace in the Bundesliga.
The big news before kick-off was Mario Gotze, who started on the bench as his Bayern side faced his former employers.
When the team sheets were announced there was a surprise in the form of Manuel Friedrich in the heart of defence, after only being signed as an emergency transfer last week.
The new-look defence looked shaky in the early stages but soon settled into the match as the home side were surged on by the yellow wall.
Lewandowski had an early chance but he blazed his shot...
Former Dortmund man Mario Gotze opened the scoring with a class finish, before Arjen Robben later added a second with a brilliant chip.
Thomas Muller sealed the game late on after some great build-up play, leaving Dortmund off the pace in the Bundesliga.
The big news before kick-off was Mario Gotze, who started on the bench as his Bayern side faced his former employers.
When the team sheets were announced there was a surprise in the form of Manuel Friedrich in the heart of defence, after only being signed as an emergency transfer last week.
The new-look defence looked shaky in the early stages but soon settled into the match as the home side were surged on by the yellow wall.
Lewandowski had an early chance but he blazed his shot...
- 11/23/2013
- by Josh Challies
- Obsessed with Film
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Date: Tuesday, November 19 Venue: Wembley Stadium Kick-Off: 20:00
England manager Roy Hodgson has already named his starting XI to face Germany in tonight’s prestige friendly at Wembley, and Joe Hart is back in goal.
Team News
England manager Roy Hodgson has restored Joe Hart in goal to face Germany tonight, with the under fire No.1 having not played for club or country since October 27.
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge returns up front, after missing Friday’s 2-0 defeat to Chile with a foot injury. Meanwhile, Southampton’s Adam Lallana will start for the second consecutive time after making his debut in that game.
Germany boss Joachim Low is expected to field an experimental side ahead of the visit to Wembley.
Borussia Dortmund’s Roman Weidenfeller is set to replace Manuel Neuer in goal, while club teammate Marcel Schmelzer is tipped to fill in for Marcel Jansen at left-back.
Date: Tuesday, November 19 Venue: Wembley Stadium Kick-Off: 20:00
England manager Roy Hodgson has already named his starting XI to face Germany in tonight’s prestige friendly at Wembley, and Joe Hart is back in goal.
Team News
England manager Roy Hodgson has restored Joe Hart in goal to face Germany tonight, with the under fire No.1 having not played for club or country since October 27.
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge returns up front, after missing Friday’s 2-0 defeat to Chile with a foot injury. Meanwhile, Southampton’s Adam Lallana will start for the second consecutive time after making his debut in that game.
Germany boss Joachim Low is expected to field an experimental side ahead of the visit to Wembley.
Borussia Dortmund’s Roman Weidenfeller is set to replace Manuel Neuer in goal, while club teammate Marcel Schmelzer is tipped to fill in for Marcel Jansen at left-back.
- 11/19/2013
- by Joseph Dempsey
- Obsessed with Film
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England renew hostilities with bitter rivals at Wembley knowing Germany have won on their last two visits to the Old and New stadiums. Since the turn of the millennium honours have never been even between these footballing powerhouses.
Roy Hodgson has already named his starting line-up, which contains only two survivors from the team that began the 2-0 defeat by Chile. Joe Hart returns in goal despite being dropped by club side Manchester City following a series of high profile mistakes this term.
Kyle Walker and Ashley Cole come in to the fullback berths after sitting Friday out and being an unused substitute respectively. Injury to Phil Jones means Manchester United teammate Chris Smalling partners Phil Jagielka, who in turn comes in for Gary Cahill, in central defence.
Lions captain Steven Gerrard returns too in midfield alongside Tom Cleverley. Spurs winger Andros Townsend and Liverpool striker Daniel...
England renew hostilities with bitter rivals at Wembley knowing Germany have won on their last two visits to the Old and New stadiums. Since the turn of the millennium honours have never been even between these footballing powerhouses.
Roy Hodgson has already named his starting line-up, which contains only two survivors from the team that began the 2-0 defeat by Chile. Joe Hart returns in goal despite being dropped by club side Manchester City following a series of high profile mistakes this term.
Kyle Walker and Ashley Cole come in to the fullback berths after sitting Friday out and being an unused substitute respectively. Injury to Phil Jones means Manchester United teammate Chris Smalling partners Phil Jagielka, who in turn comes in for Gary Cahill, in central defence.
Lions captain Steven Gerrard returns too in midfield alongside Tom Cleverley. Spurs winger Andros Townsend and Liverpool striker Daniel...
- 11/19/2013
- by Jamie Clark
- Obsessed with Film
Goals from Franck Ribery, Arjen Robben, and Thomas Muller saw Bayern Munich obliterate Manchester City in a dominant Champions League performance.
The treble-winners opened the scoring after just seven minutes through winger Franck Ribery. The France international cut inside from the left and hit a low drive which beat City ‘keeper Joe Hart at his near post.
The host weren’t given a sniff in the first 45 minutes and went into the break surprised how the deficit was just one goal.
City came out with more tempo in the second-half – winning a succession of corners from good high pressure on the defence. But their bright start to the half wasn’t enough as Bayern doubled their advantage in the 56th minute.
Thomas Muller, who was named as the lone striker for Bayern tonight, broke the offside trap and rounded Hart before tapping into an empty net.
Minutes later, Robben made...
The treble-winners opened the scoring after just seven minutes through winger Franck Ribery. The France international cut inside from the left and hit a low drive which beat City ‘keeper Joe Hart at his near post.
The host weren’t given a sniff in the first 45 minutes and went into the break surprised how the deficit was just one goal.
City came out with more tempo in the second-half – winning a succession of corners from good high pressure on the defence. But their bright start to the half wasn’t enough as Bayern doubled their advantage in the 56th minute.
Thomas Muller, who was named as the lone striker for Bayern tonight, broke the offside trap and rounded Hart before tapping into an empty net.
Minutes later, Robben made...
- 10/3/2013
- by Crip Cooke
- Obsessed with Film
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