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Lisbon in flames / A Chama Imensa This is a new one for us. A...

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Lisbon in flames / A Chama Imensa

This is a new one for us. A few nights ago, a leader of Benfica's ultras dropped us an email. The Benfica Ultras arethese guys, as a reminder.Benfica's road to Amsterdam, the home of this year's Europa League Final, continues in Turkey tonight againstFenerbahce, home of sone of the most passionate and devoted fans in the world.

Noticias: International Week Kicks Off With Cristiano Ronaldo Controversy- Plus Neymar And A Bathtub

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After the revelation that led to Cristiano Ronaldo's admission of misery yesterday, the Spanish media pack spent their afternoon gathering opinions from former Madridistas (i.e. Roberto Carlos, who suggested he may have been annoyed about losing the UEFA trophy to Iniesta) for their opinions on the matter.

Russia's millions will be beneficial for Portugal, but meaningless for Hulk or Witsel

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By Dominic Vieira

And in one day Portugal loses two of its greatest talents. We're left speechless. Zenit Saint Petersburg's millions are venom, seductive and simply unbeatable. FC Porto has lost their warrior, the equivalent of Riquelme's influence at Boca Juniors or what Thierry Henry once meant to Arsenal.

Panama recruiting Taylor

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With Panama in Lisbon last week to take on Portugal in a friendly, Tony Taylor revealed to YA that he is being recruited to play for the Central American nation.

Ex-Players In Kits: Do’s & Don’ts

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Luis Figo at a charity football match in Lisbon on Wednesday night. Image: AFP/GettyImages. Do. Ronaldo at a charity football match in Lisbon on Wednesday night. Image: AFP/GettyImages. Don't.

Future News: Portugal’s plane leaves before Cristiano Ronaldo can board

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Cristiano Ronaldo was forced to spent a few extra hours in Ukraine after missing Portugal's flight home. The team's captain and leading scorer, who earlier missed the chance to take a penalty in Portugal's Euro 2012 semifinal shootout loss when Spain won before his turn in the order, was left shaking his head and pulling up the legs of his shorts as he watched the plane fly off without him.

Euro 2012 Fan Photo Special : Italy, Germany, Portugal and Spain

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Football is best described as a game of emotions and we've definitely seen some of them on show at the Euro 2012. From tears in Germany to euphoria in Madrid, exasperation in Lisbon to anticipation in Milan (they made it!), here's our pick of some of the most unforgettable moments from the semi-finals this week.

EURO 2012 | SPAIN PRACTICE PENALTIES

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Less than 24 hours away from tomorrows first EURO 2012 semi-final between PORTUGAL - SPAIN. Plenty of respect between both sides & many weary of the "big" players - Cristiano Ronaldo, Iniesta, Nani, Silva etc - & how to counter-balance their possible dangers. Portugal won Spain 4 - 0 in Lisbon last time they met in an International friendly match, so the memory is still fresh.

Portugal vs Turkey 1-3 Highlights 2012 Bulut Nani Goals Pepe own goal Ronaldo Penalty Miss Video Friendly

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EURO 2012 : Angry Portugal Fans Chant Leo Messi’s Name At ‘Arrogant’ Cristiano Ronaldo In Lisbon

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The Portuguese team set off on a bizarre "parade" all around Lisbon yesterday to mark their final training session before official preparations for the tournament begin. However, in the spotlight again is on our old friend, Cristiano Ronaldo, who apparently snubbed a group of waiting fans outside a restaurant after dinner on Wednesday.

What to Watch on This Monday: A London Derby & The Lisbon Derby

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It's the post-Easter bank holiday in England, so there is a full slate of Premier League games. But we choose just the late game in London, and from further south another derby from another great footballing European capital:

Fulham vs Chelsea (3pmET; ESPN2, ESPN Deportes, ESPN3.

JT: Ignore reports - he WILL play against Barcelona.

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I have to say I thought something was up when JT was taken off early in the second half against Benfica. As he was walking off the pitch, I was thinking surely he can't be being rested and yesterday we had confirmation that he has broken two of his ribs.

After the game JT revealed:
"I couldn't breathe and my chest was closing up.

John Terry Playing With Two Cracked Ribs

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Chelsea's John Terry says that the reason he left the game against Benfica last night was that he is struggling to breathe during games after cracking two ribs in the first leg in Lisbon.

Terry played the full 90 minutes against Aston Villa at the weekend, but he he was forced off after an hour of the sceond leg last night.

Champions League

Germany prepare for crucial game against dangerous Portuguese

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In Group B more than any other, losing your first game would be very bad news... which is a bit of a blow for Portugal, who kick off in Lviv against a German side who've forgotten what defeat feels like.

Actually, that's not really true. At the end of May, Jogi Low's boys conceded five in a friendly against Switzerland.

What is Pedro's role at Barcelona?

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By Dominic Vieira, writing from Lisbon

Once a nobody, once irreplaceable and now an uncertainty. At the age of 24, the forward from Tenerife has played over 160 matches, kissed all the trophies and set a record which Messi didn't, becoming the first player in history to score in 6 different competitions in one season.

What To Watch Today: Sunderland-Spurs, Lazio-Napoli, Braga-Porto

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Three matches that we choose out of the plethora:

Sunderland vs Tottenham Hotspur (7:45amET): Fourth-place Spurs visit the Stadium of Light. The pressure is on Spurs to hang on to 4th, but Sunderland have been impressive since Martin O'Neill took over in place of the sacked Steve Bruce in December.

Benfica: We Cant Understand How A Slovenian Was In Charge Of This Match

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Benfica through their president Luis Felipe Vieira have termed the Champions League exist as a 'outrage' and they have vowed to protest to the Portuguese Football Federation.

Many might be wondering why Vieira is not going through UEFA and the truth is am just as shocked as you are, however, having watched the match, i do believe Benfica have a reason to feel short changed.

Chelsea 2-1 Benfica - WHAT THE HELL WAS THAT!?

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Now I need to write this tonight based on what I am feeling right now and being honest it's mixed emotions as you can tell by the subject of this post.

I haven't read any match reports, any articles in the press and the media and other Chelsea Blog sites and not even Roberto Di Matteo's reaction after the game because it's important that I put down in black and white what I feel.

Chelsea v Benfica - BE WARNED!

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Chelsea have a great chance of progressing into yet another Champions League Semi Final and yet another two legged affair against Barcelona but it's important to remember that this game is far from won. We cannot and should not, think of the next round and concentrate our focus on this one game for the time being.

CL Preview: Chelsea v Benfica (1-0 aggregate)

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Benfica are talking a lot of nonsense. Chelsea lie in wait, uncharacteristically quiet. What promises to be an edgy affair tomorrow will be tempered by the result of today's Barcelona Milan encounter. Before we can look ahead, however, we still have plenty of work ahead. It will be physical, and ultimately, it will come down to goals scored.

Newcastle United

Pardew – Pre-Season Is All Sorted For Newcastle

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News today from Alan Pardew that the pre-season is all sorted out for Newcastle. Graeme Lowdon - Marussia CEO and Newcastle supporter So we would expect to have an announcement from the club that the lads will take part in the Vodacom Challenge tournament in South Africa, and that friendlies have already been arranged at Sporting Club of Lisbon and at Cardiff City.

REALLY BAD NEWS FOR CHELSEA!

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Chelsea and Branislav Ivanovic were dealt a massive blow yesterday as the FA decided to charge him with violent conduct after an incident during the Wigan game last weekend.

Being caught on camera, there was no way that Ivanovic would have gotten away with what he did and now faces the consequences which could be a three match ban.

REALLY BAD NEWS FOR CHELSEA!

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Chelsea and Branislav Ivanovic were dealt a massive blow yesterday as the FA decided to charge him with violent conduct after an incident during the Wigan game last weekend.

Being caught on camera, there was no way that Ivanovic would have gotten away with what he did and now faces the consequences which could be a three match ban.

Chelsea

Club Confirm JT Has Two Cracked Ribs- Will Play Through Pain

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Ladies and gentlemen, I give you Dr. Manhattan. More, after the jump:

Drizzy + John Tizzy + Cashley Flow

You have to tip your hat to John. I know, he gets plenty of stick- both warranted and unwarranted. But moments like this reaffirm our unrealistic and obnoxious admiration for the man.

Benfica boss: Blues have no chance

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Benfica manager Jorge Jesus has joined club president Luis Felipe Vieira in questioning the performance of referee Damir Skomina during the Portuguese outfit's 2-1 second leg defeat away to Chelsea and believes the Blues will not offer any resistance to holders Barcelona in the semifinals.

A Javi Garcia header, with five minutes to go, brought Benfica within a goal of progress despite playing with 10 men for the entire second half at Stamford Bridge following the 40th minute dismissal of winger Maxi Pereira.

Chelsea Squeak Past Benfica To Reach Champions League Semi-Finals

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It was not a vintage Chelsea performance, but their players and fans will not matter as they beat Benfica 2-1 on the night (3-1 on aggregate) and are through to the Champions League semi-finals where they will meet holders Barcelona. A tie that immediately brings up memories of classic previous ties including the disputed semi-final draw at Stamford Bridge in 2009.

The potential rise and return of “El Niño”

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By Dominic Vieira

He's sharp, lighting fast and killer inside the box; those words could have easily been used to describe Fernando Torres throughout his Atletico Madrid days, under Benitez at Anfield, or whilst representing Spain at Euro 2008.

The Rest

Should Arsenal up their offer for Portuguese keeper?

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It is being reported in Portugal today that Arsenal have had a bid of 10 Million Euros rejected for Sporting Lisbon Keeper Rui Patricio. The bid is worth around 8 Million Pounds and was rejected immediately but Sporting have told Arsenal the player will be available if the price is right, apparently.

Match Of The Past: Cardiff City

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We continue our series of archived matches of the clubs of the Football League Championship this morning with six matches from the history of a club that has been generating a large number of headlines over the last few weeks, Cardiff City. Cardiffs position in the Football world as a Welsh club playing in the English league system is not unique but for many years it did allow them a route into European football through the Welsh Cup and our first two matches come from that competition.

Mourinho Hints At Kaka And Sahin Departures

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Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has admitted both Kaka and Nuri Sahin could be on their way out of the club in the coming weeks.

The 30-year-old Brazilian has found it difficult to nail down a first team spot in Real Madrid since his move in 2009 after a series of injuries.

Kaka was on the sidelines as Real Madrid beat Real Oviedo 5-1 in a pre-season friendly on Tuesday and the fact that he also failed to make the squad for a tour of the United States has fuelled speculation over his future in the Spanish capital.

Cristiano Ronaldo Jr: Nearly Ready For His Run-Out – UPDATED

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UPDATE: Two more adorable holiday photos of CR SR and CR JR that's making the butterflies in our tummies do flips. Not sure if anyone has been keeping track of the movements of little CR JR, but he's quite the globe trotter. Earlier this week he was running errands with Grandma Dolores in Lisbon, and [.

Where To Put Your Money For The Euros

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Group A

Poland: 3.5 to win Group and 1.91 to qualify

Arsenal's Wojciech Szcesny kept Ronaldo and Nani at bay in the co-hosts 0-0 draw at the end of February in the first game played at the new National Stadium in Warsaw. Poland have only competed in one previous barren European Championship and will be looking to break their duck when they entertain Greece in Warsaw tonight.

A Lingering Problem in Liverpool’s Defense

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On Thursday night in Lisbon, former Liverpool left-back Emiliano Insua turned in a man of the match performance as he and his Sporting teammates fought back late to get a 2-1 win over Athletic, who've to this point been the darlings of the competition. They'll have plenty of work to do at the San Mamés, where Athletic are unbeaten in the Europa League, but they managed to give themselves a chance at forcing their way into what many predicted would be an all-Spanish final, and, at least on the night, they have the Merseyside castaway to thank.