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Wolves fan desperate to join the pitch invasion, confuses himself with Superman

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Furious Wolves fans mounted a pitch invasion, hurled insults in the direction of owner Steve Morgan and chief executive Jez Moxey, and smashed up the dugout after defeat to Burnley left them on the verge of back-to-back relegations. This lad didn't want to miss out just because he was in a different stand than the [.

Video: Lionel Messi signs his new Barcelona contract

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Lionel Messi has put pen-to-paper on a deal that will keep him at Barcelona until June 2018. It was well known that the new contract was in the pipeline, but the Argentine star officially signed the paperwork in front of the cameras yesterday afternoon. He told Barca's website: "I said it before in Europe [.

Atromitos vs Newcastle United match highlights

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Highlights from Newcastle united's Europa League first leg qualifying tie against the Bubble and Squeaks of Atromitos in Athens. An opening goal from Atromitos's Denis Epstein in the 24th minute saw the Silver Supremo sweating. However another fantastic free kick from Ryan Taylor saw the scores levelled on the verge of the half time interval, [.

AC Milan’s Kevin Prince Boateng and Robinho do pre-season their way: a dance off

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Pre-season is supposed to be tough, right? An unpleasant experience, which mainly involves running around until you're on the verge of throwing up. Well, at AC Milan you can take away their footballs... BUT YOU'LL NEVER TAKE THEIR RHYTHM. Kevin Prince Boateng and Robinho took some time out from whatever they were supposed to be [.

AC Milan’s Kevin Prince Boateng and Robinho do pre-season their way: a dance off

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Pre-season is supposed to be tough, right? An unpleasant experience, which mainly involves running around until you're on the verge of throwing up. Well, at AC Milan you can take away their footballs... BUT YOU'LL NEVER TAKE THEIR RHYTHM. Kevin Prince Boateng and Robinho took some time out from whatever they were supposed to be [.

Tottenham Hotspur

GIF It: Moussa Dembele’s 90th minute goal puts Tottenham through against Lyon

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Tottenham progressed in the Europa League in dramatic fashion after a late strike from Moussa Dembele. Andre Villas Boas' side were on the verge of being knocked out on away goals by Lyon. But former Fulham man Dembele fired in a brilliant 90th minute effort to make it 1-1 on the night. Spurs went through [.

Fulham Accept £15m Bid From Tottenham Hotspur For Moussa Dembele

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Moussa Dembele is on the verge of joining Tottenham Hotspur. Fulham has accepted a £15m bid from Spurs for the 25-year-old Belgian attacking midfielder. The £15m offer triggers a release clause, which will allow Dembele to leave the west London...

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Is it time to pull the plug on Ade pursuit?

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The proposed transfer of Luka Modric to Real Madrid isn't the only move that seems to have dragged on for the whole of the summer window to date. Two weeks ago, former Real loanee Emmanuel Adebayor was reported to be on the verge of a permanent deal to Spurs after stories that Tottenham had agreed a fee with his parent club Manchester City.

Arsenal

Chelsea manager Rafa Benitez haunted by the ghost of Roberto Di Matteo during Arsenal win

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It all got a bit nervy yesterday at Stamford Bridge when it looked like Chelsea could be on the verge of throwing away a second 2-0 lead in less than a week. As if Rafa Benitez wasn't already feeling the pressure he had the ghost of Roberto Di Matteo breathing down his neck during the [...]

Arsenal and Everton target signs for Milan

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It was reported last week that the teenage strike sensation M'Baye Niang was on the verge of signing for Everton. The 17-year old had previously spent a week at the Emirates on trial and had obviously impressed every body. Arsenal were said to have made an offer to his French club Caen but it was [..

The Ox can replace Song for Arsenal

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If Arsenal fans were beginning to worry about the gap left in the Gunner's midfield by the sale of Alex Song to Barcelona, then Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is ready to put their minds at ease. The Turkish international Nuri Sahin from Real Madrid was rumoured to be on the verge of signing a year long loan [.

The Nuri Sahin twist and turn now favours Liverpool

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Finally the M57 to Liverpool to end all this in-sahinity

Reports from Spain, the Guardian, and the Beeb indicate that Arsenal were unwilling to budge from their position to keep Nuri Sahin on just a year long loan move seeking instead a provision to make him permanent. This did not find favour with Real Madrid.

A Burden Shared

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Baton passed over to them

This is the last of the look at the squad and we're at the forward line now. On the official website, there are 9 players listed there. One, we would not talk about because at this point, he's probably looking at what's the best route to got to Old Trafford. There's another 2 more which also doesn't warrant mention because just like the one before, they are on the verge (in the loosest sense) of leaving the club.

Liverpool And Arsenal On Alert As Barca Snub Spanish Starlet

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Liverpool and Arsenal target Cristian Tello could be on the verge of leaving Barcelona after being snubbed by new manager Tito Vilanova.
The youngster looked set to be the latest star to emerge from La Masia, Barca's famously successful youth academy, under previous manager Pep Guardiola but he has not been given a shirt number in the 25-man squad for the coming campaign.

Backpage roundup: Sahin and Cazorla deals close, Giroud confident about winning silverware, Busquets likes Song and more

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Sahin on the Verge of Joining Arsenal

Arsenal are reportedly close to acquiring Real Madrid midfielder Nuri Sahin's services on a season-long loan deal. (Goal.com)

Recent media reports suggested that Real offered Sahin to Tottenham as part of their bid to bring Luka Modric to Santiago Bernabeu, but that hasn't deterred Arsene Wenger from making a move for the Turkish playmaker.

Is Real Madrid Midfielder Nuri Sahin Heading To Arsenal?

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Reports are coming out of Spain that Arsenal are on the verge of signing Real Madrid midfielder Nuri Sahin on a season long loan.

The 23-year-old Sahin joined Madrid from Borussia Dortmund last summer but has failed to establish a himself at the Bernabéu. Sahin was linked with a move to Spurs as part of the Modric to Real Madrid deal, but it appears that he will be heading to the red side of north London instead.

Is Arsenal Target Santi Cazorla A €20 Million Man?

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Arsenal appear to be on the verge of signing Malaga winger Santi Cazorla. Meanwhile, Arsenal masses are hyping up their potential signing to the maximum, which is par for the course. Being the curmudgeon that I am I'm obviously a little ...

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Is Arsenal Target Santi Cazorla A €20 Million Man?

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Arsenal appear to be on the verge of signing Malaga winger Santi Cazorla. Meanwhile, Arsenal masses are hyping up their potential signing to the maximum, which is par for the course. Being the curmudgeon that I am I'm obviously a little ...

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Arsenal players to go on loan

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There are a number of players being mentioned who could be on the verge of leaving Arsenal for loan deals to give them some much needed playing time. 19-year old striker Benik Afobe would be happy to do this but would, obviously, rather get his chance in the first team. "If the gaffer wants me [...]

Liverpool

Liverpool Fly-On-The-Wall Documentary Reveals Rodgers' Methods And Philosophy

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Liverpool players could barely contain their laughter as they took part in a meditation and relaxation class to help them "deal with the stresses of club football", a new fly-on-the-wall documentary capturing life behind the scenes at Anfield has shown.
The six-part series, due to be aired in the United States later this month, documents the arrival of manager Brendan Rodgers and sheds light on his methods.

English midfielder eyeing French move

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One of the Premier League's most infamous midfielders could be on the verge of a move to France. Current Queens Park Rangers midfielder Joey Barton has hinted that a move to Ligue 1 giants Marseille is inevitable, and it could just be a matter of days before he officially completes the move.

"Marseille won again as well.

Liverpool is Signing Nuri Sahin From Real Madrid, Says Report: The Daily EPL

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Respected Spanish journalist Guillem Balague has announced that Liverpool are on the verge of signing Turkish midfielder Nuri Sahin from Real Madrid. According to the article, Balague says that Brendan Rodgers wants to build  a strong midfield who...

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transition

The Next Step in the Evolution of Dynamo Theory

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It's with great pleasure that I unveil the first step in the next evolution of Dynamo Theory. We've of course added our new co-managing editor Stephen Eastepp, but there's more coming! SB Nation is on the verge of something very cool and since we here at DT are part of SB Nation, we're going to be a part of the coming transition.

Fire back-line on verge of getting boost from injured defenders Gibbs and Kinney

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The Fire may be on the verge of a defending boost.

Both Cory Gibbs and Steven Kinney are on their way to recovery from their injuries, which will hopefully add depth to an already formidable back-line.

"Things are going well. I'm on progress to be back hopefully training fully in the next three to four weeks," Gibbs said, after spending the first hour of training jogging around the pitch at Toyota Park.

Seattle Sounders

Sounders: Gudjohnsen trial ‘out of the blue’

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Seattle, currently third in the Western Conference and poised for a stretch run towards the MLS Cup, could be on the verge of adding another piece of the championship puzzle to their roster.

Eidur Gudjohnsen, formerly playing with European giants Barcelona and Chelsea, recently joined the Sounders on a trial and began training with the club on Wednesday.

Microsoft and Nokia are launching Window8/Lumia 920 today. Of course the screenshot of the...

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Microsoft and Nokia are launching Window8/Lumia 920 today. Of course the screenshot of the frontpage includes the Sounders - because SOUNDERS.

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Alex Ferguson

Robin van Persie Heroics Mask Manchester United’s Glaring Weaknesses

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What else could you really expect from Sir Alex Ferguson's 1,000 Premier League match? On a waterlogged pitch against a hungry Southampton squad on the verge of a statement win, Manchester United's most sensational summer acquisition, Robin van...

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On Monday it's unlikely they'll be smiling

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By Dominic Vieira

The Premier League has started magnificently, but Manchester United's campaign only ignites tomorrow when they take on Everton. It's a thrilling time to be a 'Red Devil' as there is immense excitement to watch Robin Van Persie in action, their super summer signing, who has probably joined Alex Ferguson's greatest striking force of all time.

Radio Cuju: Episode 15

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Radio Cuju is back with plenty to discuss. Sir Alex Ferguson sounds off on Luis Saurez, Portsmouth is on the verge of collapse and there were flag issues on the opening day of the Olympics. We also have an e-mail from a real listener, headlines and a question of the week.

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New England Revolution

Dynamo at Chicago Fire: Time to make a statement

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Often the phrase "must win" gets thrown around when talking about an important match. To be honest, a must win can happen at numerous parts of a season when a team is on the verge of going one way or the other. Tomorrow's match in Toyota Park against the streaking Chicago Fire is as close to a must win as you get for the Houston Dynamo.

Five Things We Learned: Revolution at Crew

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Benny Feilhaber returned to form out on the left during Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Crew. Feilhaber assisted on Jerry Bengtson's 23rd minute tally. (Photo: Kari Heistad/CapturedImages.biz)

One-goal games.

It's often said that good teams prevail in one-goal games. That, somehow, whether it's squeezing out the lone goal of a 1-0 win, or grabbing the game-winner in an offensive outburst, good teams, more often than not, come out on top.

Speculation

Di Matteo Confirms Moses Interest

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Roberto Di Matteo admits that Chelsea are in the hunt to sign unsettled Wigan forward, Victor Moses, but have yet to match the Latics' valuation.
Wigan chairman, Dave Whelan, recently revealed to the news sport on Bet365 that the club had rejected a third bid from the Blues, thought to be £5million, and are holding out for a more substantial fee for the talented 21-year-old.

Whitbread set to sign with Leicester City

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Zak Whitbread will be staying in England after all. Just not in the Premiership.

The free agent American centerback is reportedly set to sign with Championship club Leicester City, ending weeks of speculation as to where his future lied.

The Rest

Wolves fans offered cutout prayer in local newspaper

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Wolves fans are heading into this weekend's match at Brighton on the verge of back-to-back promotions. They need to win and hope Peterborough and Brighton lose if they are to stay in the Championship. In need of a miracle, they've turned to God. The local Express and Star newspaper has got the Bishop of Wolverhampton, [.

Diego Maradona ‘set to manage Iraq’

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Diego Maradona is reportedly on the verge of becoming the new manager of Iraq's national team. In an unlikely union between two of the world's main sources of chaos, the Argentine legend is set to be confirmed in the role before the end of the year. Spanish newspaper AS quotes Maradona's agent Hernan Tofoni as [.

Sunderland Close to Signing Adam Johnson, Jermaine Jenas and Danny Rose: The Nightly EPL

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Awake the sleeping giant! Sunderland, who has been painfully quiet in this summer transfer window, is on the verge of signing Adam Johnson, Jermaine Jenas and Danny Rose in a mad scramble to add some talent and depth to a ...

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ANOTHER CHELSEA SIGNING!

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If reports in France are to be believed this afternoon - Chelsea are today discussing personal terms with Cesar Azpilicueta!

After what has seemed like an age, Chelsea look to finally be on the verge of replacing Jose Bosingwa!.

I will be honest, I do not know an awful lot about him but it's obvious he has talent because of the fact that Chelsea have made their move to get him.

YAX: Ventura Alvarado

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After leading Club America's U-20 team to prominence with a Mexican title in the 2011 U-20 Clausura, Ventura Alvarado is on the verge of breaking through to the prestigious club's first team at a young age.

West Ham United Agrees Deal with Marseille for Alou Diarra; The Daily EPL

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West Ham United is on the verge of signing veteran French defensive midfielder Alou Diarra from Marseille. The 31-year-old French international can also play centre-back, but despite his age, he will certainly add steel, composure and skill to a...

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PSG move for Manchester United target Lucas Moura – deal imminent

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Reports in Globoesporte on Sunday evening claim that Lucas Moura is on the verge of joining Paris Saint-Germain. The fee has not been disclosed but Moura's agent, Wagner Ribeiro, declared that a deal was in place and that Moura had only to pass a medical and sign the contract. The news that the player is close to signing for PSG has come as a real surprise.