Sunday, August 31, 2008

Chelsea 1:1 Tottenham
Chelsea vs Tottenham
English Premier League, 14h30
Tottenham had the worse start, losing both games to date. Coach Juande Ramos tinkered his squad over the summer with players coming in and going away. He sold striker Robbie Keane for E25M to Liverpool and now Berbatov is also very probable to leave Spurs for Manchester United with a reported fee of around E35M. Still he is in the squad for today's game and the manager will think about playing him at the Bridge. Otherwise, Spurs have strenghtened with Modric and Giovanni, while keeper Gomes is a another valuable addition to the squad.
Chelsea have started on a high, with two wins out of two and are top of the Premier League with five goals scored and none conceded. With players like Deco, Lampard and Ballack, Chelsea have the creativity, the strength and the finishing touch to win at least the Double this season.
Chelsea have a very good record at the Bridge in the London derby, thus I will certainly go for the home win.
I predict Chelsea to beat the Spurs in a beautiful game, at 5/11.

Wednesday, August 27, 2008

Tuesday, August 26, 2008

Steaua Bucuresti vs Galatasaray Istanbul
Uefa Champions League 3rd Qualifying Round 2nd leg, 20h45
In the first leg Steaua gained a two goal advantage in the first quarter of an hour, but the Turks managed to get level eventually. Galatasaray seemed very weak a fortnight ago. Harry Kewell will be the sole new face in Skibbe's squad for this do or die match. The two teams are playing for the big cash from the European premium competition.
Steaua has been there for the last two years in a row. Their coach, Marius Lacatus is the fans' all time favourite and he has the determination that the team needs to gain a place in the group stage.
Galata will prove to be a very tough opponent but still hasn't got the pedigree.
I predict Steaua to qualify, at 3/5.