Friday, June 24, 2016

Navas ´recovering nicely´ from heel injury

Keylor Navas is targeting more titles at Real Madrid after winning the Champions League with his side last season, although the goalkeeper needs to recover from a heel injury first.

Navas was not able to take part in the Copa America Centenario with Costa Rica as he required surgery on the problem, but the goalkeeper is hoping to be fit for the new La Liga season. The 29-year-old said he is “recovering nicely” from his surgery but is not able to put a timescale on his recovery.

“Thank God everything goes well and I’m recovering nicely, which is most important,” Navas told Marca. “You have to take everything calmly and face it with happiness. Often one would like to be in another situation, but I have no other. You have to come here, be with the physio and work perfectly to be a hundred per cent as soon as possible.”

Last season was a breakthrough one for Navas, who confirmed his status as Real Madrid’s number one goalkeeper despite Zinedine Zidane replacing Rafael Benitez as the club’s coach, after Iker Casillas left to join Porto at the start of the 2015-16 campaign. “Keep well, play well, try to improve on last season and winning titles,” Navas said when asked about his future goals.

“I want to win many titles with Real Madrid.” Navas explained that surgery was required on his heel problem due to the high number of games he was having to play while in pain.

“In the end I got used to pain. I played with a lot of pain,” Navas said. “At the time of testing it was that we had to make this decision because it was best for my health. “The year was complicated and I got used to that pain, though it was not recommended. After the season, we had to cut the root problem.

“I had matches with much pain, but I was strong and pressed forward. You always want to play, but I also say that when I did not play was because I was honest and said I could not. alex morgan jerseys “There were times when I needed a break to go to the field with more strength in the next game.”
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Euro 2016 Last 16: Betting Odds & Special Offers

The group stages of the Euro 2016 finals are over and having seen quite a few surprises so far, we are likely to be in for an exciting finish to the showpiece tournament in France, especially seeing that five World Cup winners are in the same side of the draw.

Hosts France remain 4/1 favourites to lift the coveted trophy, followed by Germany (9/2), Spain (11/2) and Belgium (6/1), while England are priced at 10/1 after failing to win their group and ending up in the tough side of the draw.

We have seen some very close matches in the group stage and with even more at stake in the Last 16 phase, you should definitely place your bets with bet365, having in mind their Penalty Shoot-Out and Bore Draw Money Back offers. bet365 have already paid their customers back £6 million as four group stage matches ended goalless, and you should probably try and take advantage of this excellent offer due to more tight games expected in the first knockout stage.

Having impressed to win their group ahead of England, Slovakia and Russia, Wales look a good bet at 1/1 to see off Northern Ireland and continue the amazing run, while the Three Lions are available at 8/15 to defeat Iceland, who scored with the final kick of the game to beat Austria at Saint Denis.
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Gabor Kiraly: A tribute to Hungarian legend

With Hungary as one of the brightest sparks at the 2016 European Championship finals in France, legendary goalkeeper Gabor Kiraly is out there standing in the limelight, unwillingly and unknowingly becoming a true football icon, a nation’s hero.

The 40-year-old Hungary international’s carefree attitude has made him a Euro 2016 sensation with world football going crazy over the sweatpants-wearing shot stopper.

Infamous tracksuit bottoms Dubbed the Pyjama Man, Gabor Kiraly started wearing jogging bottoms at the very beginning of his career, at the place where it all started – Haladas. Standing between the stick for his hometown club, Kiraly was wearing black leggings at the time his side fought relegation in Hungary.

With his usual pair of bottoms dirty before a game, Haladas kit man brought Kitaly some grey ones which turned out to be quite lucky – as Kiraly himself claims – with Haladas going on a nine-match beatless run during which time Gabor Kiraly conceded only two goals. Not your usual football star, Gabor Kiraly is not concerned about fashion trends. It’s like he said at the beginning of the European Championship – “I’m a goalie, not a top model. It’s essentially a question of comfort, and I take size above to make movements easier”.

God bless his sense of humour but wearing the good old jogging bottoms has more to do than just comfort. KIraly’s superstitious methods go beyond wearing only those bottoms. Kiraly is sporting a basketball shirt under his green Hungary top – a No13 with a tiger on it and he always puts left shin pad on first.

Thanks to these revelations from his Hungary teammate Zoltan Gera, world football was lucky to get more insight into one of the most recognisable men in game’s history. Kiraly in history books

There is much more to Gabor Kiraly than tracksuit bottoms and little superstitions. At his 40s, Gabor Kiraly has this year became the oldest player to ever play in the Euros. He broke the record against Austria as he was lined up in the starting team at exactly 40 years and 75 days years of age.

Gabor Kiraly broke the record of former Germany captain Lothar Matthaus, who appeared at Euro 2000 aged 39 years and 91 days. Hungary keeper extended the record against Iceland and Portual, while he is on the way to cement his place in the history books as Hungary get ready to take on Belgium in the knockout stage on Sunday.

Undisputed Hungary’s first choice shot stopper boasts brilliant 22 years long career with spells at Crystal Palace, West Ham and Aston Villa. Magyar’s custodian remains best known for his seven-year stint at Hertha BSC, while he also represented Bayer Leverkusen and 1860 Munich during his time in Germany. Popular Alex Morgan Jersey for mens, girl, kid, We update products everyday!

Currently at Haladas – at a place where it all began – Gabor Kiraly is counting his last playing days with a million dollar smile upon his face cherishing every moment spent on the pitch. Can his charisma push Hungary forward

It’s been 52 years since Hungary last appeared at the European Championship finals, but Magyar team are the definite proof that hard work and dedication find their way to award you with ultimate prize. Hungarian football was called dead not longer than two years ago with national team suffering humiliation at every step of the way, the latest example being a 2-1 defeat to Northern Ireland which caused an uproar in the public with calls for former manager Attila Pintar to be sacked getting louder and louder.

The man took responsibility and left, sparking a fresh new attitude around the national team, with Pal Dardai paving way for Bernd Storck, a man who induced German precision in the Hungarian passion for a brilliant end result of a disciplined approach towards every game with a uniquely brilliant team spirit with legendary Gabor Kiraly in the epicentre.

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As one of the most positive surprises of the tournament, Hungary have been given huge 6/1 betting odds to stun Belgium in their last 16 clash on Sunday. After some inspiring displays in the group stage of the competition, no one can dare to rule them out in advance. How far can Kiraly’s Hungary go?

Messi excited by future Barcelona challenges

Lionel Messi is looking forward to more challenges with Barcelona and wants to remain at the club for as long as possible. After making his debut in 2004, Messi has helped Barca to 28 titles and become the club’s, and La Liga’s, all-time highest scoring player.

And the talismanic forward hopes there will be plenty more to come from him at Camp Nou. “I feel very good physically and mentally. I am having so much fun every time I go out on the pitch,” Messi told Sport.

“I’ve always said I am happy in Barcelona and as long as the club and the people want, I’ll be happy to help them face new challenges. alex morgan jerseys “If injuries respect me and I still have some luck, my intention is to play for many more years.”

Messi, who celebrates his 29th birthday on Friday, is on the brink of a first senior international title, with Argentina facing Chile in the Copa America Centenario final on Sunday.
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Conte´s Italy like Atletico and Barcelona, says Xavi

Xavi considers the style of Antonio Conte’s Italy to be a mixture of aspects from Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.

Italy booked their place in the Euro 2016 second round, where they will meet Spain, after winning their opening two Group E fixtures against Belgium and Sweden.

With their section already won, Conte made numerous changes to his starting line-up for a match that ended in a 1-0 defeat to Republic of Ireland. However, the former Barca midfielder has been impressed by the Azzurri coach’s work and can see similarities with two of La Liga’s giants in their style.

“He’s applied what he did at Juventus. They defend deep, and are able to play with or without the ball,” Xavi told La Gazzetta dello Sport. “I believe Italy are a mix of Barcelona and Atletico. You always have your great history as well. Even if you switched the entire starting XI you still have that fight. Italy have always been dangerous.”

Xavi is concerned about the difficulties Italy’s formation, with three at the back and five in midfield, could pose to Spain at the Stade de France on Monday in a repeat of the Euro 2012 final. “[Italy’s] 3-5-2 formation is tough for a team that wants to press high. When Italy move forward with the ball, they can do so with one of the three defenders or the five midfielders which makes it difficult for Spain to press,” he added.

“Playing with two strikers complicates things because that forces both of our central defenders to mark, pushing one of our full-backs up to press Antonio Candreva or Alessandro Florenzi. “You have to change formation in order to adapt. Chile and Netherlands both used a 3-5-2 against us at the 2014 World Cup and we struggled.”

However, the former Barca midfielder believes Spain have proven to be the strongest team at the European Championship, despite being beaten to top spot in their group by Croatia. alex morgan 13 jersey

“Spain have played the best football at the Euros,” said Xavi. “We have done well in defence and that starts in attack. “The other team rarely see the ball and are unable to create chances. The key is to play like a team: if someone doesn’t participate, that is where the problems begin.

“Then there are two key players who hold the team together, and I don’t just say that because they are friends: Sergio Busquets and Andres Iniesta.
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Zidane the man to take Madrid forward, says Baptista

Former Real Madrid forward Julio Baptista said Zidane Zidane has earned the right to continue in his role as manager of the European champions.

Madrid missed out on La Liga success in 2015-16 but they made up for their domestic failure by winning the Champions League under Zidane’s leadership in May. Cristiano Ronaldo scored the winning penalty as Madrid defeated Atletico Madrid on penalties in Milan, after Zidane replaced the cautious Rafael Benitez in January.

Given the notoriously trigger-happy hierarchy in Madrid, nothing is ever certain at the Santiago Bernabeu, but Baptista – who helped the Spanish capital club to La Liga glory in 2008 – told Omnisport: “I think he has the confidence of everyone to continue working.

“The players respect him, the fans like him. I think he can be the right person to keep the club going forward.” Zidane – a favourite among the playing squad due to his attacking approach – arrived with Madrid underperforming and languishing in third position, four points adrift of leaders at the time Atletico and two behind Barcelona.

But Zidane’s appointment sparked an upturn in results and performances as Madrid rallied to finish just a point adrift of Barca in La Liga, a disappointment somewhat forgotten by the club’s 11th European crown, thanks to the Frenchman.

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“They got rid of Benitez and added Zidane and the players looked good in a short amount of time.
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“They played incredible football. Very fast pace. You see with the players, they won the Champions League because of how they reacted to Zidane.”

Aubameyang: It´s my dream to play in Spain

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang says it has been his “dream” since he was a kid to play in Spain as his Borussia Dortmund future remains up in the air.

Aubameyang has been linked with a move away from Dortmund, with several European powerhouses reportedly interested in the Gabon international. The 27-year-old scored 39 goals in all competitions in 2015-16, helping Dortmund qualify for the Champions League after missing out the previous year under Jurgen Klopp.

While he has stated his intentions of playing in Spain in the past, Manchester City are reported to be heavily interested in the star forward.

But after visiting the small town of El Barraco – from where his mother and her family originated – Aubameyang reiterated his desire to play in the country in the future.

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Aubameyang added: “I’m happy to be here because it has been a while.”

Wenger not interested in France job

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has no plans to lead France, with his time to step into international management now gone. Earlier in June, Wenger had previously refused to rule out the possibility of managing his native France one day.

But the 66-year-old, who has a year remaining on his Arsenal contract, has now ruled out a move away from club management as Didier Deschamps’ France prepare a Euro 2016 last-16 clash against the Republic of Ireland. “I think this time [to move into international management] has gone now,” Wenger told BeIN Sport.

“I have been asked a few times to do it. I was always busy somewhere else. alex morgan usa jersey “I just want my country to do well and have a good tournament because at the moment this country is going through a very difficult time. We have been hit hard through terrorism, strikes and many other unrests.

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Ronaldo: Euro 2016 surprises end now for Portugal

The Euro 2016 surprises end now for Portugal. At least, that is what Cristiano Ronaldo believes.

The Real Madrid star endured a mixed group stage as his nation finished third behind Hungary and Iceland. As the nation faced elimination in their final Group F encounter, Ronaldo ultimately made the difference for Portugal with his two goals and assist during a topsy-turvy 3-3 draw with Hungary, enough to see them through as one of the best third-placed teams.

But that is where the surprises will end, according to Ronaldo. “I don’t think there are many surprises in European football. Maybe in the group stage you can have a surprise but the big countries always arrive in the final,” he told the Times of India.

While their road to the round of 16 was nothing like the straightforward run it should have been, the draw has opened up considerably for them – should they be able to get past Croatia.

“We’re facing a very good team and the odds are 50-50. We saw the highlights of their last game against Spain. They are a tough team,” Ronaldo said. Reigning champions Spain, 2012 runners-up Italy, hosts France and England are all on the other side of the draw.

“Not every team manages to beat Spain but we know our worth and we will look them in the eyes when we face them. We’ll be ready,” he continued. alex morgan jersey usa “I think [Portugal is good enough to challenge]. Portugal have big players playing in the best leagues in the world. So why not?

“Now we need to stick together on the pitch and hope that the luck is with us. We have good players, a good coach in Fernando Santos and we need to believe in ourselves.

“I’ve always said my personal dream is to win a big trophy with my country. There’s a chance it can happen but it’s complicated, it’s difficult. We are giving everything. “I have won a lot of big trophies in in my career, the biggest you can win, but a title with my country is always important. It’s a big, big dream to fulfil.”
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