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Spurs candidate drops another hint

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As Andre Villas-Boas moves closer to being unveiled as the new Tottenham Hotspur manager, the club's faithful continue to check periodically to see whether there is a confirmation regarding his arrival.

While AVB recently cooled down reports confirming his as the Spurs' replacement for Harry Redknapp, all signs point to his selection being nearly completed by chairman Daniel Levy.

Me on the Talking to the Doll podcast

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Some self-promotional love: I was graciously invited to do the Talking to the Doll podcast last night along with @ordoetchao, @bigsoccerheadny and of course the host and Benfiquista (we don't hold that against him) @TalkingToDaDoll.

Give the episode a listen here at http://talkingtothedoll.

German fans wooed by Cristiano Ronaldo wax figure before Euro 12 match

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Perhaps in association with the Portuguese national team's propaganda team, The Madame Tussauds museum in Berlin put a wax statue of Ronaldo in front of the Brandenburg Gate. Portugal and Germany will start their Euro 12 group of death campaign by facing each other on Saturday and judging by this picture, the Ronaldo statue is already succeeding in converting German fans into supporting (or at least hugging) the other side.

International Friendly Match Predictions – 29 February 2012

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International Friendly Match Predictions 29 February 2012 - The 90th Minute Soccer Blog

Below are predictions for selected International Friendly matches on February 29, 2012. Times listed are GMT or local UK time.

Germany v France, 19:45 Germany wins 2-1

Wales v Costa Rica, 19:45 -Â Wales wins 1-0

Ireland v Czech Republic, 19:45 -Â Ireland wins 1-0

Italy v USA, 19:45 -Â 1-1 Draw

Slovenia v Scotland, 19:45 -Â Slovenia wins 2-1

Poland v Portugal, 19:45 -Â Portugal wins 3-1

Northern Ireland v Norway, 19:45 -Â Northern Ireland wins 2-0

England v Netherlands, 20:00 -Â 2-2 Draw

Spain v Venezuela, 20:30 -Â Spain wins 4-0

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International Friendly Match Predictions 29 February 2012 - The 90th Minute Soccer Blog

PSNL Fans give Ronaldo the nod for Portuguese Player of the Year

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The fans of P.S.N.L have spoken and have given Portuguese National Team captain and Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo the Portuguese Player of the Year for the 2010/11 season after another remarkable campaign in which Ronaldo broke the La Liga record for goals in a season and finished the season with 53 goals in all competitions.

Argentina vs Portugal starting lineups

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With Argentina's friendly against Portugal in Geneva just a few hours away, HEGS readers have a wide choice of previews. First, if you'd like to remind yourself of the main players in the Argentine side, you can get yourself over ... Continue reading →

Portuguese national side: a bluffer’s guide

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With Argentina taking on Portugal in Geneva on Wednesday afternoon/evening, and the world's press (and especially, it would seem, the Argentina, Portuguese and Spanish media) pushing the fixture as a battle between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, I thought it ... Continue reading →

Mourinho declines Portugal job

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No surprise here folks, JM has way too much on is plate getting Los Blancos off the starting line in La Liga to worry about a Portuguese team that is a total disaster. Although I do believe that one day Jose Mourinho will take over and lead his country to World Cup glory. When will that time be?

Jose Mourinho Will Take Portugal Job, if Madrid Approve

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Jose Mourinho wants to take charge of the Portuguese national team. Temporarily anyway. The Portugal team has been managerless since firing Carlos Queiroz on September 9th, and are desperately in need of someone to take over for the two Euro 2012 qualifying games vs. Denmark and Iceland in October.

Diego Maradona May Be Coming To A National Team Near You

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Provided you live somewhere near the general region of Iberia, that is.

With Carlos Quieroz unemployed and off to the sandy beaches of somewhere to ponder ways to behave like a polite, courteous human being, there's a large hole atop the Portuguese national team just waiting to be filled rather snappily, too, with qualifiers commenced again shortly.

MARADONA LINKED WITH PORTUGAL JOB

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We're not sure how serious this is but it looks like Maradona and his assistant coach with Argentina Alejandro Mancuso are going to throw their name in to the hat for the Portugal national team post.
Previous coach, Carlos Queiroz was fired after receiving a six-month ban for disrupting a drug test after one of his team's games.

Yes, Please: The Top 5 Hottest Portuguese

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Portugal. A country that has given us pastéis de Belém (in case it wasn't obvious we rarely if ever skip dessert). A country that has given us Luis Figo and Cristiano Ronaldo. During the 2006 World Cup Portugal secured fourth place; this year they have managed to land in the Group of Death, facing Brazil, North Korea and Côte d'Ivoire respectively.

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Portugal v Spain – Match Preview – Euro 2012 – 27 June 2012

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The Euro 2012 semifinals begin with 2008 champion Spain facing 2004 runner-up Portugal. The match will take place at the Donbass Arena in Donetsk, Ukraine with kickoff scheduled for 20:45 local time.

Spain manager Vicente del Bosque

"We have to try to deactivate him (Ronaldo).

Czech Republic v Portugal – Match Preview – Euro 2012 – 21 June 2012

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The Euro 2012 quarterfinals being with Group A runners Czech Republic facing Group B runner-up Portugal. The match will take place at the National Stadium in Warsaw, Poland with kickoff scheduled for 20:45 local time.

Czech Republic manager Michal Bilek

"We know Portugal have dangerous players in midfield and up front, such as Nani, Hélder Postiga and [Cristiano] Ronaldo.

Germany v Portugal – Match Preview – Euro 2012 – 9 June 2012

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UEFA Euro 2012 favorites Germany begin the tournament with a group stage match against Portugal. The match will take place at the Areana Lviv in Lviv, Ukraine with kickoff scheduled for 20:45 local time.

Germany manager Joachim Low

"It's time to start."

"We're really looking forward to it all kicking off.

Portugal Threatens Carvalho With Champions League Ban

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Real Madrid centre-back Ricardo Carvalho faces an international suspension of between one and three months, including Champions League matches, after walking out of the Portuguese national team's training camp on Wednesday.

After learning that he was not in the side to play Cyprus on Friday, Carvalho left the Portugal camp and immediately announced he had retired from international football, saying he had been shown "a lack of respect and felt hurt.

Carvalho Facing Champions League ban After Portugal Walkout

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Real Madrid centre-back Ricardo Carvalho faces an international suspension of between one and three months, including Champions League matches, after walking out of the Portuguese national team's training camp on Wednesday.

After learning that he was not in the side to play Cyprus on Friday, Carvalho left the Portugal camp and immediately announced he had retired from international football, saying he had been shown "a lack of respect and felt hurt.

Bento names squad for Argentina Friendly

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Paulo Bento has named his squad for the friendly next week against Argentina in Geneva. Some notable call-ups are Paulo Machado, Hugo Ventura, and yes Ricardo Quaresma. Other than those, no real surprises, and a really fit Portuguese national team, other than the injured Pepe, that is ready [read more]

Thursday Kickoff: RSL trounces TFC in CCL, Quakes edge Union and more

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Real Salt Lake got off to a slow start on Wednesday night, but quickly rebounded and showed off its championship qualities.

After surrendering an early goal to Toronto FC, RSL responded with four unanswered goals to post a 4-1 CONCACAF Champions League victory at Rio Tinto on Wednesday night.

Maradona linked to Portugal job

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Well it looks like "The Dona" wants to cut his vacation short and get back on the pitch, this time with the Portuguese national team. When I saw this it really made me chuckle.

Diego Maradona is among a trio of Latin American coaches keen to replace sacked coach Carlos Queiroz and revive Portugal's Euro 2012 qualifying campaign.

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Czech Republic 0-1 Portugal – Match Recap – Euro 2012 – 21 June 2012

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Portugal advanced to the semifinals with a narrow but solid 1-0 victory over the Czech Republic. While the Czechs are out of Euro 2012, it is still considered a successful tournament as there weren't high expectations.

It was a bit of a slow start for both sides with the Czech Republic staying organized to contain the Portugal attack.

Portugal 2-1 Netherlands – Match Recap – Euro 2012 – 17 June 2012

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The Netherlands ended an extremely disappointing Euro 2012 with a 2-1 loss against the Portugal. It was a Cristiano Ronaldo brace that led Portugal to the win and puts them through to the quarterfinals.

It was a strong start for the Netherlands who took an early lead on a Rafael Van der Vaart 11th minute goal.

Denmark 2-3 Portugal – Match Recap – Euro 2012 – 13 June 2012

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Portugal edge Denmark 3-2 in a very entertaining match in Group B of the Euro 2012 tournament.

It was a great start for Portugal as Pepe (24th minute) and Helder Postiga (36th  minute) made it 2-0. Pepe's goal was a header from a corner kick while Postiga sent a low Nani cross just under the crossbar.

Germany 1-0 Portugal – Match Recap – Euro 2012 – 9 June 2012

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The Euro 2012 favorites, Germany, opened the group stage with a 1-0 victory over Portugal. It was a close match with Germany have the better chances early but Portugal making a late surge.

After about 70 minutes of scoreless action, many thought striker Mario Gomez would be subbed up for Miroslav Klose but that didn't happen.

Champions League

Real Madrid’s Priority Next Season Is The Champions League Says Mourinho

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Jose Mourinho will be looking to make history next season as he aims to become the first manager to win the Champions League with three clubs.

After a record-breaking season on La Liga, where Madrid won the title with a record number of points and goals, Mourinho is setting his sights on the Champions League, where he has seen his Madrid side get knocked out in the semi-finals the last two season.

Juventus v Sporting Lisbon July 23 In Toronto

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Juventus has added a second date to its upcoming U.S. pre-season tour and they will meet legendary Portuguese side Sporting Lisbon at BMO Field in Toronto on July 23 (7 pm ET kickoff).

Juventus had previously announced that they will meet Mexican side on July 26 at Citi Field in Queens, N.

The Premiership is tougher than La Liga, according to Carvalho

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Ricardo Carvalho, the Portuguese defender, has said the Premiership is tougher than La Liga. The player has the credentials to speak about the Premiership, he played there for 6 seasons, but his views on La Liga, and therefore the actual comparison, is based on his first 3 matches in La Liga.

Ricardo Carvalho to play for Real Madrid

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Best known for his perfect positioning, his foresight and his ability to advance the ball out of the first third, Ricardo Alberto Silveira Carvalho (18-05-78 Amarante, Portugal) joins Real Madrid at the age of 32 and with 19 titles to speak of.

Speed, elegance and perfect positioning have earned Ricardo Carvalho leader status on every team he has played for.

World Cup

Liverpool Sign Raúl Meireles

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The Portuguese midfielder joins Liverpool on a four-year deal.

From the official site:

Liverpool have completed the signing of Portuguese midfielder Raúl Meireles on a four-year contract.

The Reds have paid 14 million euros for the services of the 27-year-old midfielder, who has won four titles with Porto and been capped 38 times by Portugal, including in all four of his country's games in this summer's World Cup.

Blog on: FIFA World Cup 2010: Cristiano Ronaldo wax statue unveils in Madame Tussauds

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Cristiano Ronaldo, captain of the Portuguese national team and forward for Spanish club Real Madrid waxwork at Madame Tussauds, London unveiled today just before two days to start biggest football event, FIFA World Cup 2010...... Read More > > FIFA World Cup Related Tag > > FIFA World Cup 2010 , FIFA Worl .

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Exploring the Possibilities: Simao

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During the first full week of the summer transfer window, New England Soccer Today will examine three players that may be targeted by the New England Revolution for a summer transfer. While the Revolution have revealed little in terms of which player(s) has been targeted, three possibilities have emerged.