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Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
How bad was Spurs v United in comparison to other European club finals?
Juventus 0-0 Milan (2-3 pens) 2003 Champions League final The attacking talents on show for both Italian sides were frightening. Juventus partnered David Trezeguet in attack with Alessandro Del Piero, while Milan opted for Pippo Inzaghi and Andriy Shevchenko in front of the creativity of Andrea Pirlo, Clarence Seedorf and Rui Costa. Such was the embarrassment of riches available to manager Carlo Ancelotti, Rivaldo was an unused sub. Yet after 120 minutes, the final remained goalless. Marcello Lippi, who had succeeded Ancelotti as Juve manager in 2001, was particularly culpable, having brought on the defensively minded Antonio Conte as a makeshift No 10 at half-time. How they missed the suspended Pavel Nedved. Milan prevailed in the shootout, with Paolo Maldini lifting the trophy at Old Trafford, but the final did nothing to dispel the belief that Italian football is a defensive game. Advertisement Related: Tottenham clinch Europa League glory on golden night to floor Manchester United Porto 1-0 Braga 2011 Europa League final A goal of exquisite beauty punctuated an otherwise drab affair as Radamel Falcao earned victory for André Villas Boas's side, a triumph that would contribute to the Portuguese manager moving to Chelsea later that summer. Falcao's looping header from a brilliant Fredy Guarín cross was the only highlight, with Braga looking only to frustrate their neighbours before conceding and unable to muster any sort of response once they fell behind. Even Villas Boas conceded afterwards his disappointment that the final had 'not been the spectacle' he had envisaged, while the Guardian's Paul Doyle, on liveblogging duties that night, was a little more forthright in his summary of the match: 'Well that was torpid. Nice enough goal to win it, though.' Tottenham 1-0 Man Utd 2025 Europa League final It is often the way that finals contested by teams from the same nation can be tight, cagey affairs – just look at this list – which is normally due to the finalists knowing each other well and often being concerned about losing to a long-established rival. In this case, it was much more to do with the fact that Spurs and Manchester United were lurching from dreadful domestic seasons, in which both sides lurked just above the Premier League relegation zone. The carrot of Champions League qualification and the stick of derision or potentially someone losing their job probably didn't help in opening up the contest, which was fittingly decided by a dismal Brennan Johnson deflection. Spurs fans won't care about that, or Ange Postecoglou's gameplan, which the Australian admitted afterwards was about 'minimising moments by having a strong foundation' – manager-speak for putting 10 men behind the ball for almost the entire second half. Nottingham Forest 1-0 Malmö 1979 European Cup final The fairytale of Nottingham Forest winning their first European Cup under Brian Clough often seems to omit how the final against the Swedish club was a drab affair. In an age where back passes to the keeper were common, especially in tight and important matches decided by the odd goal, it was a game heavy on offsides and stoppages. Forest had thrilled many en route to the final, including in a 4-1 win over Grasshoppers in the first leg of their quarter-final, and a 3-3 draw with Cologne in the first leg of their semi-final, but a tall, physical Malmö nullified Forest in the final, before Trevor Francis's headed winner, in his first European appearance for the club, mercifully prevented the final from going into extra time. As ever, though, it was Clough who had the last word: 'It wasn't a great game but they were a boring team, Malmö. In fact the Swedes are quite a boring nation. But we still won, so who cares?' Bayern 1-1 Valencia (5-4 pens) 2001 Champions League final 'Two teams with their minds more obviously on correcting the perceived injustices of the past than on winning a match through the sort of expressive football that earned the European Cup its reputation fought each other virtually to a standstill in Milan,' began Richard Williams' match report from San Siro. This was both a disappointing match – a penalty each for Bayern and Valencia sending the game towards, you guessed it, more penalties in a shootout – but also two disappointing performances, particularly for that Valencia side. The La Liga team were appearing in their second successive final, having been thrashed by Real Madrid in the 2000 showpiece a year earlier. Owen Hargreaves did such a good job of negating Pablo Aimar that the Valencia manager, Héctor Cúper, withdrew the Argentinian playmaker at half-time. Ultimately, the Spanish side could not conquer man-of-the-match Oliver Kahn. The goalkeeper saved Mauricio Pellegrino's spotkick in the shootout to give Bayern their fourth European crown.
CNA
14-05-2025
- Sport
- CNA
Teen sensations Yamal and Mastantuono need space to develop, says Trezeguet
ASUNCION :Barcelona's Lamine Yamal and River Plate's Franco Mastantuono are dazzling fans at just 17, but must be allowed to develop without excessive pressure to reach their potential, former France striker David Trezeguet said Wednesday. "Yamal is a pure, unique talent, a player who has proven to be different from the rest. He grew up in Barcelona's academy, where the 'Lionel Messi' identity is very present, so these kids copy that format," Trezeguet, a World Cup winner with France in 1998, told reporters. Mastantuono, River Plate's attacking midfielder who is making waves in Argentina, is "demonstrating all his qualities at a very young age," Trezeguet added. Yamal is the youngest player to debut and score for Spain. With Barcelona, he has already won the Spanish league, the Copa del Rey, and the Spanish Super Cup. He also won the European Championship with Spain. Trezeguet, a former River Plate player, where Mastantuono made his debut in January last year, emphasised that both players "are great to watch" because of the way they play and the way they "express their talent". "They'll have time to perfect everything else. They're young. But I think it's important for football in general to have this type of player who serves as an example for the younger players." Juan Pablo Sorin, who played for both River Plate and Barcelona, said he would like to see both players continue their development. "I don't like comparisons, because I think it's like limiting the player who's emerging. It's the same thing that happened to Lamine and Leo (Messi)," the former Argentina defender told Reuters. "It's true that the position is similar, but I think the characteristics are different, and I think each player has their own potential, qualities, and areas for improvement," he added. Both Trezeguet and Sorin said River Plate fans should make the most of Mastantuono's time there as he would likely continue his career in Europe soon. The Argentine, who has been linked with Real Madrid, shone in River Plate's victory over Boca Juniors last month, scoring a free kick. "We have to let them complete all the stages. They have to play, have fun, and continue to show off their talent and their audacity. They have a lot of personality," Sorin said. "What really catches my attention about both of them is how effective they are with the number of balls they touch. They make most of them effective, and that's impressive for their age," he added.
The Star
14-05-2025
- Sport
- The Star
Soccer-Paraguayan kids get taste of World Cup at FIFA Museum
Former fooballers Diego Lugano from Uruguay, Argentine Maxi Rodriguez, Brazilian Maicon, French David Trezeguet, Brazilian Dunga and Senegalese Khalilou Fadiga, stand before the inauguration of the FIFA Museum, in Asuncion, Paraguay May 13, 2025. REUTERS/Cesar Olmedo ASUNCION (Reuters) -Many Paraguayan children dream of seeing their national team play in a World Cup and now, after visiting the FIFA Museum in Asuncion, it feels a little more real as they look forward to their country being back on the biggest stage of all. Paraguay have played in seven World Cups, including the first in 1930, but their last appearance was back in 2010 when they reached the quarter-finals. In 2030 they will be back, and playing in Asuncion at the tournament, which will be hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco but will also feature matches in Uruguay and Argentina to commemorate the centenary of the first World Cup, hosted and won by Uruguay. FIFA is holding its 75th Congress on Thursday outside the Paraguayan capital, where CONMEBOL headquarters are located, and has sent its treasures - trophies, medals, jerseys, and soccer boots - to South America. "I feel like I'm on the field touching the cup and that I'm playing. I feel like Paraguay won it," nine-year-old Franco Caballero told Reuters, as he excitedly walked through the exhibit minutes after its inauguration. Paraguay, which played in four consecutive World Cups between 1998 and 2010, have not returned to the tournament since it was played in South Africa, where they lost in the quarter-finals to Spain, who went on to lift the trophy. In the current South American qualifiers, Paraguay are in fifth place, which would give them a place in the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. "Honestly, I'm very excited because we used to watch the World Cup and Copa America finals on TV, we see the players raise the trophy, and now I'm seeing it in person", said 12-year-old Mateo Torres after touring the venue. In the museum, where FIFA celebrates its 120th anniversary, visitors can see the trophy for the new Club World Cup, the Women's World Cup, the Copa America, the Intercontinental Cup, and a replica of the Jules Rimet trophy. Among the treasures are also jerseys from World Cup winning teams and items from winners of various club competitions. Also,the shirts of the national teams of the 211 federations that make up FIFA. "We are witnessing a historic event because the FIFA Museum is leaving... Zurich to be closer to the people, for those of us who don't have the opportunity to travel there to see these beauties," said Alejandro Domínguez, president of CONMEBOL. "Most of us only watched them on TV, except for a few privileged people who have made history. And here we are watching history, a history that has a strong presence on this continent, which had the first world champion and has the current world champion," he added. Dunga, Nery Pumpido, and David Trezeguet, world champions with Brazil, Argentina, and France, respectively, were present at the exhibition launch. (Edited by Janina Nuno Rios and Christian Radnedge)
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Juventus in China: A Weekend of Bianconeri Passion in Shanghai
Juventus in China: A Weekend of Bianconeri Passion in Shanghai Juventus strengthened its presence in China with a fantastic weekend of events, celebrating the club's bond with Bianconeri fans and promoting football among young generations. From 14-16 March, Shanghai became the beating heart of Juventus passion with the Youth Carnival and the Ganten China Bianconeri Football Tournament 2024/25. These events were dedicated to Chinese fans, all in the presence of Juventus Legend David Trezeguet. Youth Carnival: Juventus Meets the Fans The event took place in the picturesque Xintiandi Style Area, an exclusive location that hosted three days of Bianconeri celebrations. The official inauguration was held on 14 March, featuring special guests and selected members of the media. This was followed by an exclusive VIP and media experience, and a B2B cocktail reception at ONE Xintiandi, offering a unique opportunity to engage partners and stakeholders in the world of Juventus. Advertisement Through this event, the club and its partners have joined forces to deliver a brand experience infused with youthful energy and stylish appeal. The renowned Juventus partners such as adidas, EA Sports, Daka, and others also showcased their unique brand identities at the event. By displaying their cutting-edge products and brand philosophies, these partners offered innovative, interactive experiences to both participants and local supporters—collectively expressing their profound Juventus passion, a spirit of relentless innovation, and the vibrant core of youthful energy. March 2025: Juve in Shanghai! Ganten China Bianconeri Football Tournament 2024/25 Football was at the centre of the event with a tournament organized in collaboration with Ganten, an official Juventus partner. On 15 March, David Trezeguet kicked off two days of competition, culminating in the award ceremony on 16 March. A Growing Bond with China The strong connection between Juventus and its Chinese fans continues to grow. This event provided another great opportunity to bring the Bianconeri brand closer to an ever-expanding audience through moments of togetherness, sports, and entertainment. With David Trezeguet as an exceptional ambassador, Juventus passion lit up Shanghai for an unforgettable weekend. Looking forward, Juventus will continue to refine its innovative market strategies, collaborating with more brands and community forces to continually enrich and elevate the fan experience, establish localized models for international sports brand and consistently promote positive values and uplifting energy.
