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Reasons Why Serie A is one of the Greatest Leagues to Watch

Reasons Why Serie A is one of the Greatest Leagues to Watch

March 23, 2014 · by socislnd · in serie a

Serie A is undoubtedly among the most compelling and exciting competitions on offer to the foot-balling world and for several worthy reasons.

Good Quality of Signings

Although apparently slightly deficient in superstar power as in the past, multiple talented players are now flocking to this league. Carlos Tevez, the notable star from Argentina who also plays professional golf, now plays for Juventus, along with Atletico Bilbao’s Fernando Llorente. Mario Gomez, previously of Bayern Munich, is turning out for Fiorentina this season, as will Guiseppe Rossi, coming off his extensive layoff due to injury. Other notable names strutting outstanding skills across clubs in Italy include Gonzalo Higuain, Dries Mertens, Raul Albiol, Angelo Ogbonna, Jose Callejon, Maicon, Kevin Strootman, Medhi Benatia and Lucas Biglia.

New Invigorating Management at Napoli

Rafael Benitez, the newly appointed manager of Napoli has spent wisely on player acquisitions this season, bringing in world-class professionals like Gonzalo Higuain and Pepe Reina. Real Madrid’s Jose Callejon and Ajax’s Dries Mertens are the exciting younger talent reinforcing Napoli’s play. Overall, better talent depth for the entire squad should lead to more captivating play by the famous team.

The Golden Boot race will be more heated than ever

Serie A does not lack in its exhibition of striking talent. The seasoned play execution of Fernando Llorente and Carlos Tevez will be met by the momentous opposition of stars like Antonio Di Natale, Mario Balotelli, Pablo Osvaldo as well as Stephan EL Sharaawy. The Golden Boot race in Europe promises as such promises to be most captivating in the Italian competition.

Possibility of Relegation for Any Team

Palermo suffered quite some shock getting relegated last season, in spite of its seasoned form. This trend could repeat itself for all other teams, except perhaps for the top eight. Hellas Verona, Sassuolo and Livorno are the new sides promoted might endure tough challenges of the new season. However, Genoa, Chievo Verona, Cagliari, Torino and Bologna all have to give their best play to ensure remaining in Serie A.…

Highlighting the Best Champions League Players of All Time

Highlighting the Best Champions League Players of All Time

March 23, 2014 · by socislnd · in champions league, players

Hardly does any club get better than when it wins the UEFA Champions League. It might in fact be more prestigious compared to FIFA World Cup. Chelsea coach Jose Mourinho considers the Champions League as “most important in the world,” and “bigger than the world cup”, as its teams are at higher playing level than corresponding national teams, which are unable to obtain the best players.

Ryan Giggs of Manchester United ranks sixth best in the list of Champions League history players, reports the tournament’s official magazine. The top 50 list also comprises of Steven Gerrard of Liverpool in tenth place, while David Beckham and Paul Scholes featuring within the top 20.

Giggs lifted the trophy in both 1999 and 2008 and apart from being the oldest goal scorer in the tournament, has also scored in more seasons compared with any other player. Zinedine Zidane tops the pile, famed for his 2002 Final volley which is rated as among the best ever to be witnessed in the competition.

Two-time Barcelona winner Lionel Messi follows closely in second place. The great defender Paolo Maldini who throughout his career played for AC Milan is ranked third. having three times lifted the trophy with Real Madrid FC. Xavi Hernandez. Raúl Gonzalez who is the all-time competition goal scorer with 71 goals to his name completes the top five. If you are a soccer addict like we are, you may want to hear that we have found a few soccer-themed slot machines. Our favorite is Football Star so far, if you want to check it out go on timetobet.co.uk and start playing! 

The Top 50 list also features various other phenomenal players like Edwin van der Sar, who made history as the only goalkeeper to have won UEFA Champions League on two occasions for different clubs, Manchester United FC and AFC Ajax. Clarence Seedorf is the other notable name, having celebrated the trophy with three European clubs.

Among various other popular players listed as well include Jari Litmanen, Hakan Sukur, Roar Strand, Luis Figo Andriy Shevchenko and Oliver Kahn all of who merit inclusion in their own spectacular way.…

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