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Transfer Rumors – Biggest Transfers Still Waiting to Happen
It’s already August, which means leagues are about to open. But the transfer market is still bubbling with rumors and possibilities, as players like Angel di Maria, Arturo Vidal, Mats Hummels, Javier Hernandez and William Carvalho remain quite unsettled, and maybe even looking to force a move.
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Transfer Rumors 2014 – Ezequiel Lavezzi to Liverpool, Angel di Maria to PSG
One of the never ending transfer sagas this summer is that of Angel di Maria, “stuck” between Real Madrid and PSG. A way to resolve it? Selling Ezequiel Lavezzi to the interested Liverpool, and by that freeing up enough money to sign the other Argentinian, who at the moment seems to cost a bit too much for the French champions.
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Real Madrid – James Rodriguez Arriving Means Angel di Maria or Isco are Leaving
How done of a deal is James Rodriguez moving to Real Madrid depends on the source you get your news from, but it seems to be something that can be stopped. However, it will also mean that just like last season, the expensive and grandiose arrival of a star will force someone out of the team. Angel di Maria or Isco seem like prime candidates.
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Real Madrid – Cristiano Ronaldo Getting Toni Kroos, Needs James Rodriguez
The good news? For now, Toni Kroos is the first arrival, but Real Madrid have more planned. The bad news? Angel di Maria is on the verge of leaving. Cristiano Ronaldo wants titles. Championships, repeating as Champions League winners. James Rodriguez, should Di Maria actually leave, will probably become a top priority.
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Argentina – Angel di Maria Out, Sergio Aguero (Probably) In
Getting ready for their first World Cup semifinal in 24 years, Argentina have one set of bad news and one set of good ones: Angel di Maria is out, at least for the match against the Netherlands, but Sergio Aguero, who hasn’t played since the group stage, should be fit again after suffering from a similar injury.
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Lionel Messi Running Out of Players to Help Him Win the World Cup
The injury problems keep coming at Argentina. Lionel Messi remains the only creative force on this efficient side after their victory over Belgium, as Angel di Maria is also out of the World Cup with an injury.
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Lionel Messi & Angel di Maria Save Argentina in the World Cup Against Switzerland
A terrible match for 117 minutes, but Argentina move on to the quarterfinals. One brilliant dribble from Lionel Messi, one accurate touch and finish from Angel di Maria, one goal that beats Diego Benaglio and gives the Argentinians a 1-0 win over Switzerland, who missed a huge opportunity in the 120 minute, hitting the post from point blank.
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Real Madrid – Cristiano Ronaldo Has Someone to Cover For Him
Even with Gareth Bale still out with his mysterious injury, Cristiano Ronaldo isn’t forced to do everything on his own in order for Real Madrid to put in an impressive and dominating performance, getting plenty of help from his midfield and especially Luka Modric and Pepe.
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Real Madrid – Cristiano Ronaldo Struggles When Teams Aren’t Afraid of Him
One of the keys to playing well against Real Madrid? Not being afraid, yet not doing that with reckless abandonment. Being physical, being aggressive, and knowing where to press. Cristiano Ronaldo didn’t score for the first time in a league match since the loss in the Clasico.
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Real Madrid – Gareth Bale Makes the Most of a Missing Cristiano Ronaldo
The evening was about Cristiano Ronaldo and making a push to help him win the Ballon d’Or, although it looks like FIFA are doing their most to make that happen anyhow. Instead, it was about Gareth Bale showing just how good he can be even without the other Real Madrid superstar, while Alvaro Arbeloa provided a rare inspiration from the back, especially after Sergio Ramos extended his impressive record of red cards.