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Chelsea Crowned Europa Champions.

The current European league champions, Chelsea has added the Europa Cup to their accolades after they failed to go through the group stage. But it seems Like a blessing in disguise because after been knocked out of the champions league,they secured a spot in the Europa cup competition and fought through to the finals and as well, added the trophy to their existing trophies.. Sent from my BlackBerry® smartphone provided by Airtel Nigeria.

Chelsea get Outplayed

Chelsea's top four credentials is in doubt as they succumb to a 2-1 defeat to Southampton. With a gruelling week ahead Rafa Benitez rested a number of key men for the clash, Eden Hazard, David Luiz and Ashley Cole all made way, while Juan Mata (illness) and Gary Cahill (knee) were unavailable. Therefore the likes of Ryan Bertrand, Terry, Marko Marin and Victor Moses started. Saints, meanwhile, were without injured Adam Lallana but young left back and reported Blues target Luke Shaw recovered on time. Saints deservedly went ahead through Jay Rodriguez after a good start to the match, but were pulled back level when John Terry headed home. However a Rickie Lambert free-kick restored the hosts' lead before half- time and they held on for another top-half scalp after the break.Fernando Torres thought he had equalised just moments later when he had the ball in the net after breaking free of Jos Hooiveld, however he was penalised for handling in the build up and it was ruled out. w...

Milan's Train Grind To A Halt

After the first Leg encounter between Ac Milan and Barcelona at San Siro, which saw the home side cruise to a 2-nil win,their cruising train into the quarter final came to a halt at the Camp Nou. The Italian side went to their counterparts home ground and were treated to a defeat. A 4-nil win to Barcelona was recorded as two early goals from Lionel Messi in the first half cancelled out the 2 goal deficit they has earlier suffered. The Italian side looked on to grab a goal from Niang, but the striker could only watch his effort hit the post. Ten minutes into the second half, David Villa found the back of the net for the Blaugrana sides to give them a lead. And then a late counter attack sealed the win with goal from Jodi Alba. The Italians failed to make their 2 goal lead count and could only watch as their ticket to the quarter final slip away from them. It was a night full of surprises... Sent from my BlackBerry® smartphone provided by Airtel Nigeria.

Barcelona vs Milan

Today has been long awaited by so many fans and it is finally here. The return leg of thr UEFA Champions league Fixture between the Catalans and the Italians. Ac Milan will face Barcelona in the return leg of the fixture after beating them back at their home soil 2-0. Ac Milan will look forward to make use of their 2-0 win advantage at the Camp Nou and likewise, Barcelona will also look forward to make use of their home advantage to avert the 2goal deficit and look forward to progress into the Quarter final of the competition. Galliani, Ac Milan's Vice President has stated that his side will go to Spain and play their best irrespective of having an upper hand in the game. He also stated that Barcelona is the best team not withstanding that they have experienced a drop in form. The kick off is scheduled at 20:45 CET. Sent from my BlackBerry® smartphone provided by Airtel Nigeria.

Derby Della Madonna Ends With Points Even

The Derby Della Madonna also known as the Milan Derby ended with both teams (Intermilan and Acmilan) sharing the points even. Goal from Stephen El Sharaawy In the first half placed Milan in the driving seat and would have sealed the game if not for wasteful chances from Striker Mario Balotelli. But inter had to ensure they had a share in the game as Schelotto headed in the equalizer to end the game in a 1-1 draw. This was the first time the Derby ended in a draw since 2004. Sent from my BlackBerry® smartphone provided by Airtel Nigeria.

The Best Club Crash To The Most Successful Club

The UEFA champions league was thrilled as the best club, Barcelona crashed to the most successful club Ac Milan. The encounter between the two clubs at the San Siro stadium ended in a 2-nil win as goals from K.P Boateng and Sulley Muntari at the second half enabled the Italian giants seal the game. Although Barcelona played a great football but all their attempt hit the Italian defence. Acmilan displayed a great confidence in the match with ensured them the win at home. Ac Milan will be travelling to the Spanish side on March 12 for the second leg and hope to build on their 2-0 win from yesterday's (20th Feb.2013) encounter. Sent from my BlackBerry® smartphone provided by Airtel Nigeria.