18 Yard Box has look at the news which made the headlines today.
Every day a fascinating story storms the footballing world. Today its a story which involves a crucial 'hand'. Have a look.
Daniel Sturridge scored on his Red’s debut against non-league club Mansfield in the FA Cup, even as an all-important second goal by Luis Suarez became a controversial winner for Liverpool.
The television replays showed that Alan Marriott’s block off Suarez’s left-footed shot rebounded off the Uruguayan’s goal before crossing the goal-line.
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers defended the striker. “It's not his job to do that. The ball hit him, and it is the job of the referee to determine whether it was deliberate or not.” He also hinted that his star striker was being targeted because of his reputation. “If it was someone else we wouldn't be discussing it to this detail, but sometimes these sorts of things will follow players.”
Daniel Sturridge meanwhile bemoaned a lack of sharpness and training. “I am lacking sharpness in front of goal. I missed a few chances but hopefully once I get my fitness those ones that I missed will go in.” He also praised team-mate Jonjo Shelvey for the assist saying, “It was a great pass from Jonjo - the vision and the weight of the pass for the goal was perfect. He made it quite easy for me to take the shot first time.”
Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis has admitted that Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli, is a transfer target for the Italian club, as a partner to star Edinson Cavani. Manchester City have targeted the Uruguayan striker for long, amid rumours that Napoli had rejected £45 million bid for him.
Balotelli has had a fair share of problems at the Etihad, particularly pertaining to discipline, with the team management. “City are considering letting Balotelli go so they can move for Cavani? I would prefer to see Balotelli playing with Cavani here at Napoli”, Laurentiis said.
Borussia Dortmund duo Neven Subotic and Sven Bender have committed themselves to the defending Bundesliga Champions by signing contract extensions.
Subotic’s contract now runs until 2016, a 2-year extension, while Bender will stay at the club till 2017. "We are delighted to have been able to tie down these two key members of our title-winning team," said the club's director of sport Michael Zorc. "I am very pleased that the lads want to carry along the path we are going," manager Jurgen Klopp said.
Mario Gotze, Mats Hummels, Jakub Blaszczykowski and Lukasz Piszczek have all recently signed new deals with the clubs.
Other Headlines:
1. No new Chelsea deal for Lampard, his agent confirms.
2. Sunderland strike deal with N’’ Diaye of Turkish club Bursaspor.
3. Liga leaders Barcelona win, extending lead over Atletico Madrid who draw.
4. Berlusconi at loggerheads with Blatter over Boateng issue; FIFA prez wants players to continue playing.
5. I can help Balotelli from my experiences, says Tevez.
Written By,
Abhishek Karandikar
Abhishek is a writer for 18 Yard Box.
Every day a fascinating story storms the footballing world. Today its a story which involves a crucial 'hand'. Have a look.
Mansfield dealt with a harsh ‘hand’
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| Hand of Luis |
Daniel Sturridge scored on his Red’s debut against non-league club Mansfield in the FA Cup, even as an all-important second goal by Luis Suarez became a controversial winner for Liverpool.
The television replays showed that Alan Marriott’s block off Suarez’s left-footed shot rebounded off the Uruguayan’s goal before crossing the goal-line.
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers defended the striker. “It's not his job to do that. The ball hit him, and it is the job of the referee to determine whether it was deliberate or not.” He also hinted that his star striker was being targeted because of his reputation. “If it was someone else we wouldn't be discussing it to this detail, but sometimes these sorts of things will follow players.”
Daniel Sturridge meanwhile bemoaned a lack of sharpness and training. “I am lacking sharpness in front of goal. I missed a few chances but hopefully once I get my fitness those ones that I missed will go in.” He also praised team-mate Jonjo Shelvey for the assist saying, “It was a great pass from Jonjo - the vision and the weight of the pass for the goal was perfect. He made it quite easy for me to take the shot first time.”
Napoli President hopes to turn tables on EPL Champs
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| Mind games on |
Napoli President Aurelio De Laurentiis has admitted that Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli, is a transfer target for the Italian club, as a partner to star Edinson Cavani. Manchester City have targeted the Uruguayan striker for long, amid rumours that Napoli had rejected £45 million bid for him.
Balotelli has had a fair share of problems at the Etihad, particularly pertaining to discipline, with the team management. “City are considering letting Balotelli go so they can move for Cavani? I would prefer to see Balotelli playing with Cavani here at Napoli”, Laurentiis said.
Borussia duo extend deals
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| The two extend their stay with Dortmund |
Borussia Dortmund duo Neven Subotic and Sven Bender have committed themselves to the defending Bundesliga Champions by signing contract extensions.
Subotic’s contract now runs until 2016, a 2-year extension, while Bender will stay at the club till 2017. "We are delighted to have been able to tie down these two key members of our title-winning team," said the club's director of sport Michael Zorc. "I am very pleased that the lads want to carry along the path we are going," manager Jurgen Klopp said.
Mario Gotze, Mats Hummels, Jakub Blaszczykowski and Lukasz Piszczek have all recently signed new deals with the clubs.
Other Headlines:
1. No new Chelsea deal for Lampard, his agent confirms.
2. Sunderland strike deal with N’’ Diaye of Turkish club Bursaspor.
3. Liga leaders Barcelona win, extending lead over Atletico Madrid who draw.
4. Berlusconi at loggerheads with Blatter over Boateng issue; FIFA prez wants players to continue playing.
5. I can help Balotelli from my experiences, says Tevez.
Abhishek Karandikar
Abhishek is a writer for 18 Yard Box.
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