Barcelona Should Get A Red For Fouling Xabi Alonso - VIDEO

If referee Stark gave red card to Pepe, then he should have been given the same red for Barcelona player. Watch this video, Barca player did the similar thing as Pepe did. The only difference was, Pepe didn't touch Dani Alves leg in the end, but Barca DID, to Xabi ALonso....

Cristiano Ronaldo Absence on Zaragoza Match - Pictures

Despite following the last training session for tomorrow match against Zaragoza, Cristiano Ronaldo didn't make it on the squad list. Other players that didn't make it are Xabi Alonso, Albiol, and Diarra.

Ronaldo's absence has create question on the reason behind Mou decision not to play him. There are speculation that Cristiano has critized hiAfter the last Clasico Champions League, Ronaldo did say that he doesn't like Mou's defense strategy, but he tried to follow whatever he told to.

However, the news spread that Mou didn't like what Ronaldo said, and tried to teach him  a lesson, by not playing him on the pitch.

When Mou got asked about Ronaldo, he shrugged, and said "My choice."

The same thing happened before with Pedro Leon. At that moment, Pedro Leon had a small problem with Mourinho, and as you know, Leon was out of the list for a few months.

REAL MADRID SQUAD LIST:
Goalkeepers: Casillas, Dudek, Adan.
Defenders: Carvalho, Pepe, Sergio Ramos, Marcelo, Arbeloa, Garay, Nacho.
Midfielders: Granero, Kaka, Canales, Di Maria, Ozil, Juanfran.
Forwards: Adebayor, Higuain, Benzema.

VIDEO : Pepe Incident With Dani Alves - Fake Or Real ?

The Clasico match is full of heat, and it always create another fight on the pitch, also off pitch.

Last Champions League Clasico match, Barcelona was the one who gets the benefit from ref Wolfgang due to his plenty poor judgement during the match.

But the most horrible decision for Real Madrid was when Pepe got sent off due a challenge with Dani Alves. It was totally absurd, since Pepe didn't even touch his foot, not even an inch. Real Madrid has released a video that will make your eyes roled on how theatrical Dani Alves could be just to win his team.

And after you see the video, feel free to decide, but please don't be bias....
Watch the shocking acting with full drama from Barcelona players

Cristiano Ronaldo Pictures vs Barcelona in Champions League Semi-Final Clasico (27 April 2011)

 

I'm at my grieve with the defeated in yesterday's Champions League match. Especially with a very unfair decision by the referee.

Real Madrid needs a miracle to win the second leg match next week, in a stadium full of actors and referee that are ready to throw red cards even with the slightest foul, just when the clock is ticking.

The disappointment of this horrible match can bee seen on CR face. I realize that they hadn't been playing well the whole match, but still, they could end it with a goaless draw, if the ref wasn't Wolfgang, who happens to be a huge fan of Messi.

Here some pictures of CR on the match, which I'd like to share, and more on the Gallery....

Cristiano Ronaldo Jersey For Champions League Semi-Finals Are Sold Out

One day before the first leg of Clasico Champions League semi-finals, Cristiano Ronaldo jerseys number 7 were sold out. The striker is the most favorite player as well as the icon of Real Madrid, so for a true madridistas, collecting his jersey is a must.

The jersey with player name and number are sold with a price of  € 87. But the fans can also buy a shirt with nothing on the back for € 71, and added a request name and number with just € 5 for each letter and number.

Roberto Carlos: Real Madrid Have Shown Against Barcelona That Favourites Do Not Always Win

Previous Real Madrid left-back Roberto Carlos has claimed that the Spanish giants have previously proven that favorites do not forever win ahead of the club's Champions League semi-final in opposition to bitter rivals Barcelona.

The 38-year-old was referring to his former side's 1-0 Copa de Rey triumph over Barca last Wednesday; a game that many alleged Barcelona would come into sight victorious.

"Madrid has shown that favorites do not forever win," Roberto Carlos told Radio Marca. "Madrid has the latent to play even improved and this could make a decision the tie.

"But we must be sensible as there are no favorites for this game as both squads are very close [in terms of quality]. Though, Madrid is in improved form after beating Barca in the cup and then trouncing Valencia 6-3 at the Mestalla."

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Schalke 0-2 Manchester United: Giggs And Rooney Hit Quickfire Double To End Incredible Manuel Neuer Resistance

Manchester United are taking a two goal pillow back to Old Trafford as they overcome a immovable and forceful FC Schalke side at the Veltins-Arena in their Champions League semi-final. Goals from Ryan Giggs and Wayne Rooney were the fruits of hard labour in Gelsenkirchen following Manuel Neuer established that the attention shown in him in recent months is not groundless.

The German keeper was a enormous thorn in the side of United and time and time once more he was custody United scoreless in a game that was one-sided in the English sides favors.

Schalke, who beat Inter in the preceding round showed little of the attacking flair and seemed content to hold United for as long as they possibly will. They managed this until the final third of the game but United's control shone through in the end.

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Cristiano Ronaldo Pictures - Champions League Preparation (26 April 2011)

Cristiano Ronaldo on training preparation for Champions League clash against Barcelona.

Iker The Octopus Champions League Prediction - Real Madrid

Iker the Octopus has made his prediction for the next Champions League semi-finals Clasico. And after 20 minutes of hesitation, like an expert in sports analitics, he finally chose the tube with Real Madrid logo inside it.

This could be a good sign for all Madridistas, even though it could be just a coincidence.

Kaka Welcomed Beautiful Daughter Isabella

Kaka welcomed his newborn daughter Isabella last Saturday. When his wife Caroline was giving birth their second child, Kaka was on his duty with Real Madrid, helped to score 2 goals against Valencia last Saturday.

He dedicated both goal for his wife and daughter, and quickly flew back to Brazil to see his family, and returned to Madrid on Monday.

Congratulation, Kaka and Caroline !!

‘Do I Want To Go To United? It's A Beautiful Club’ – Manchester United Target Wesley Sneijder

Inter playmaker Wesley Sneijder has fuelled conjecture linking him with Manchester United by recitation the club as 'beautiful'.

The Dutch international has long been linked with Sir Alex Ferguson’s side - dubbed a potentional long-term substitute for the aging Paul Scholes - and it come into view Sneijder could be ready to consider a move to the Premier League, but insists that he is happy will playing in Milan.

Speaking on Dutch local television Studio Ajax: "Do I want to go to United? It's a striking club. But I'm fine in Milano and not at the point to think in relation to it."

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Blackburn Rovers 0-1 Manchester City: Supersub Dzeko Scores Within Three Minutes To Open Four-Point Gap Above Spurs

Manchester City showed their strength of mind to finish in the top four this term with a hard-fought 0-1 win over demotion threatened Blackburn Rovers at Ewood Park on Monday night.

City took the lead in the 76th minute through Edin Dzeko and with the victory; they handled to open up a four point gap stuck between themselves and Tottenham who currently occupy fifth.

Manchester City started the match very much on the front foot, aggressive from the off with David Silva crashing a lovely volley in opposition to the post in just the 4th minute.

Pablo Zabaleta charged up the right wing and angry, with Gareth Barry in-turn teeing the ball up nicely for the Spaniard who let rips from the edge of the box, but Paul Robinson’s right-post kept the score-line goalless.

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Barcelona's Victor Valdes: It's An Honour To Play 400 Games For Barcelona

Barcelona goalkeeper Victor Valdes has spoken of his enjoyment in playing his 400th match for the Catalan huge in yesterday's 2-0 victory over Osasuna.

The 29-year-old made his first appearance back in 2002 and has so far earned an imposing 13 impressive main titles with the Spanish giants.

Valdes is only the second goalkeeper in Barcelona's history to reach the 400-game milestone with the famous Andoni Zubizarreta making a total of 410 appearances for the club.

"It's an honour for me. I don't pay much consideration to these things, but it's a pretty good stature and I would like to thank all those who have been there for me. Without them I wouldn't be enjoying this split second," the player told Barca TV.

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Dimitar Berbatov Out Of Manchester United Squad To Face Schalke In Champions League Semi-Final First Leg

Manchester United person on strike Dimitar Berbatov has not travelled to Germany as part of the team to face Schalke in the Champions League semi-final first leg in Gelsenkirchen.

The Premier League features Ralf Rangnick's side on Tuesday but the Bulgarian, who was missing from United's victory over Everton on Saturday due to a groin injury, has not been risked and will stay at home alongside Darren Fletcher, Owen Hargreaves and Bebe.

Berbatov has not been in a united squad since his side went down 1-0 to Manchester City at Wembley in the FA Cup semi-final and is said to be disconcerted at Old Trafford, having been relocated by Javier Hernandez in Sir Alex Ferguson's first XI.

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Cristiano Ronaldo - Cute Hair on Training Session(22 April 2011)

Cris keeps his curly hair on yesterday's training session. No gel, no hair style....just him and his natural thick hair. Looks cute and younger, but I'm sure tomorrow he will turns out as the usual cool  Ronaldo.

Anyway, here's a funny moment of Cris and Marcelo on yesterday's training....

Sergio Ramos Broke Copa del Rey Trophy

Tragic! As the euphoria of celebrating the Copa del Rey victory hasn't end yet, Real Madrid had to face a sad incident. The Copa trophy was run over by Madrid bus, and broke into 10 pieces.

It started when Ramos held the trophy high, to show it to the fans that attends the party at Plaza de Cibeles. And suddenly, the 15 kg trophy slipped from his hand, and fell infront of the bus that carried them. The bus ran over the trophy, and of course, it broker into pieces.

The police rushed to pick out the pieces, and gave it to the emergency staff.

Here's the video

Shakira Getting Nervous and Excited at Copa Final

Shakira gets nervous during the Copa Final, when his boyfriend team, Barcelona couldn't make it on the score board. She follows the whole match, very intense. I guess it's official that she's now a Barca fans.

Before she dates Pique, Shakira is known as Real Madrid fans, even Florentino Perez gave honor her by giving her a special Madrid jersey.

Watch the video

Iker the Octopus Did It Again !!

After the last la liga Clasico, the public of Spain has predicted that Barcelona will win the Copa final, based on their domination over Real Madrid last weekend.

However, yesterday Iker the octopus chose Real Madrid as the winner, put a hope for all madridista. And who knew that Iker prediction was right again. Although Barca was more favorable to win the title, Jose Mourinho's squad were the one who brings home the Copa trophy.

And now, who will he choose for the CLsemi-finals winner ?? Two more rounds to go, so let's see what happen.....whether he can predict all 4 matches correctly.

Cristiano Ronaldo Pictures & Video - Copa del Rey Clasico (20 April 2011)

Cristiano Ronaldo deserves to be called hero of the match as his only goal brought the first title for the Whites this season. It's also his first trophy since he came to Real Madrid last season.
Jose Mourinho Strategy proved to be working on Guardiola squad. First, he only use 1 striker, Ronaldo, and at second half, he switched Ozil to Adebayor, playing with 2 strikers.

The goal was impressive.... Marcelo passes to di Maria was awesome, and di Maria managed to maximize his long cross bait to Cristiano, who turns it to a goal with his strong header. It was a perfect momento.....

Check out for more pictures of CR on the gallery.
GOAL VIDEO

Shakira Comforts Gerard Pique After Copa Defeat

Pique seek out for comfort to his girlfriend Shakira, after the Copa defeat.

Shakira = "Don't worry Garry, there's always next year....."

Pique = "sniff... do you still love me, even though I'm a loser ?"

Shakira= "Err...yeah, sure....
               Say Garry.....do you, by any chance, know Ronaldo's phone number ??"

=)))Just joking guys.....coz I'm totally over the moon with Real Madrid's winning the Copa del Rey trophy.

But seeing these two lovers can't help to think that they are really in love, so I'm happy for them. This is what a girlfriend should do to cheer a boyfriend after a match, not by watching very far away from VIP box, with no expression like Irina.

Gerrard Pique Stupid Provocation Over Real Madrid

Daily Marca has revealed the incident between Pique and Real Madrid player, right after La liga Clasico.

Apparently, after a 1-1 draw, Pique made a provocation to Real Madrid players, by insulting them, right infront of their face.

"8 points.....8 points....We've won your Spanish title. You should give it to us,"he shouted, and add :

"And now we will win your Copa."

Hearing this, Iker, Ramos and Adebayor tried to chase him. But luckily nothing happened after the staff stopped them from further confrontation.

It was a stupid thing to do from a Barca player, and he should be punished. Unable to show a good sportmanship after a match is a very low thing for an athlete.

Marca even reported that his insult has a political meaning, since they are a club from Catalunya. And Catalunya has tried several times to proclaim their own country, outside Spanish.

After El Clasico, Irina Shayk Returns To NY For Photo Shoot

OK, apparently Irina is back to NY, for another photoshoot !! She just spent 2 days at Madrid, just to watch El Clasico, but will miss today's Copa final. (Maybe....just maybe....this explain her exhausted and awfull looks at the airport )

Posing on the set with Cory Bond, a gorgeous male model, definitely cheers her up after a long flight.

2 New Adidas Boots For Copa Final

The rivalry between the 2 Spanish Giant in El Clasico also influenced the 2 largest sports provider in the world : Nike and Adidas. When Nike chose La liga Clasico to launch their new Mercurial Superfly serie, worn by Cristiano Ronaldo, Adidas prefers Copa Final Clasico to launch their 2 products, which will be wear by Angel di Maria and Xabi Alonso.

Alonso boots has a black color, with 3 white stripes. His name and number will be printed on the right shoe, and for the left, it will be written 'FC Barcelona - Real Madrid'.

For di Maria, the color is silver white, with green line and 3 black stripes. His name will also appear on the right shoe, "Diana Miguel" and for the left,'Final Copa SM Rey' will be written there.

Cristiano Ronaldo Showed Disrespectful Behaviour To Captain Iker

There's news that has been bugging me, and it has occured right after the end of the last El Clasico match.
CR and some of Madrid players has showed a disrespect manner to captain Iker. After the match, Iker wanted to thank the public of Bernabeu for their support throughout the match, and has gathered the team so they could greet the fans.

Probably got tired and felt disappointed with the result, CR, along with Benzema, Adebayor, Ramos, Marcelo, Pepe, chose to ignore Iker's calling and just slipped away.

Don't know if it's true, but the incident has finally gone unnoticed.

Newcastle 0-0 Manchester United: Ferguson’s Men Extend Lead To Seven Points But Stalemate Offers Arsenal Hope

Manchester United completes their lead at the top of the Premier League to seven points subsequent to drawing 0-0 with Newcastle at St. James’ Park.

In a high octane clash on Tyneside, Sir Alex Ferguson’s side failed to break down their pliant hosts and have on hand slim hope of title beauty to both Arsenal and Chelsea ahead of their respective games on Wednesday night.

With the celebrations of their noisy neighbors still ringing in the ears of the United squad, Ferguson looked to erase the memories of Wembley by making five changes to his side. Wayne Rooney returning from a much talked concerning two-game ban for his foulmouthed tirade at Upton Park the most notable boost to the company. The man he substitutes, Dimitar Berbatov, didn’t even make the bench.

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Roma 0-1 Inter: Dejan Stankovic Scores Screamer In Rome

A amazing Dejan Stankovic strike on the caress of half-time helped Inter to a 1-0 win over Roma in the first-leg of their Coppa Italia semi-final tie on Tuesday late afternoon.

The Serbia international midfielder found the aim from 25 yards at the Olimpico in Rome to easiness force on Coach Leonardo and enhance his team’s chances of winning the opposition for the second period in a row.

As a material of fact, Stankovic had the ball inside the Roma net as early on as the second minute as he took advantage of a distrustful miscommunication between Juan and Doni. Though, it was ruled out as the Serbian had unswerving a foul on the guardian.

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Irina Shayk - Fashion Disaster !! Leaving Madrid With Gloomy Face (19 April 2011)

Irina Shayk was seen alone at Madrid's airport for an unknown flight destination, just a day before Copa Final. Wearing no make-ups, with.....wait a minute..... is that holes on her shirt ? ....OMG....even a homeless person wears more decent clothes.

Probably she was having a 'cat fight' with Katia or someone before the flight, coz her shirt looks like a total mess. Sorry, Iri....but after the Clasico 'controversy', and now this.....it's just impossible to keep you from a bad press...