The Stud Fees of Modern Soccer – Wall Street Journal
February 6, 2012
 Wall Street Journal |
The Stud Fees of Modern Soccer
Wall Street Journal For a soccer player, that means taking a cut of any future transfer. Third-party ownership has persisted for decades in South America, primarily in Brazil and Argentina. Usually investment funds—or sometimes very wealthy individuals—will offer a club … |
Match-fixing syndicates targeted Bafana games – Times LIVE
February 6, 2012
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Match-fixing syndicates targeted Bafana games
Times LIVE Teko Modise celebrates with teammates after scoring during the international friendly between South Africa and Colombia at Soccer City in Johannesburg last year. Safa's head of national teams says the refereeing of the match raised suspicions Picture: … |
Not just a game – Boston Globe
February 6, 2012
Boston Globe |
Not just a game
Boston Globe The tragedy was no surprise to Egyptian soccer players, nor to soccer players around the world. It can be a very violent sport for spectators. Riots are an unfortunate part of its legacy from Europe to Africa to South America. The Death Of Football – Why The Egyptian Riot Is Not The ExceptionThe Hard Tackle |
Haitian American Helps NY Giants To Super Bowl Win
February 5, 2012
News Americas, INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Mon. Feb. 6, 2012: Haitian American footballer, Jason Pierre-Paul, helped lead his team, the New York Giants to a nail biting 21-17 win Sunday night to take home the Lombardi Trophy in Super Bowl XLVI at the Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
As his blind Haitian-born father, Jean Pierre-Paul, sat in the stand, experiencing his first Super Bowl as he listened to the game in French, the Florida-born JPP, helped make a big impact for the Giants defense.
Pierre-Paul, who was drafted by the Giants in the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft and led the team with 16.5 sacks, and was selected to his first Pro Bowl.
On Sunday he helped blocked several passes for his captain, Eli Manning.
It was 9-3 after Stephen Gostkowski’s 29-yard field goal and The Patriots got to the Giants’ 11, but All-Pro DE Jason Pierre-Paul blocked a third-down pass.
Soon after, when the Patriots had a three-and-out and Pierre-Paul blocked another throw.
As for JPP’s dad, well the Haitian migrant told USA Today through a translator: “I am 60 years old and even if I die right now I will be happy. I am so proud.”
Meanwhile, Manning was named MVP and as the team and fans celebrated last night, New York City Mayor, Michael R. Bloomberg, announced that the city will host a ticker-tape parade in honor of the Super Bowl XLVI Champions New York Giants on Tuesday, February 7th, 2012.
The parade will begin at Battery Place and Washington Street at 11:00 AM and continue northbound up the Canyon of Heroes to Worth Street. The parade will be followed by a ceremony at City Hall Plaza, at which the Mayor will present the NY Giants with Keys to the City.
“Big Blue gave us a game to remember, and on Tuesday we’re going to give them a parade to remember,” said Mayor Bloomberg.
Brazil’s Airport Auction to Test World Cup Investment Climate – BusinessWeek
February 5, 2012
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Brazil's Airport Auction to Test World Cup Investment Climate
BusinessWeek Air travel in Latin America's biggest economy has doubled in the past decade as rising incomes have swelled the middle class. With many of the country's aging airports operating at full capacity, officials at soccer's governing body FIFA have said … |
Gayle-force save! – Jamaica Observer
February 5, 2012
 Jamaica Gleaner |
Gayle-force save!
Jamaica Observer BY SANJAY MYERS Observer staff reporter CHRISTOPHER Gayle thundered a magnificent 165 yesterday to guide reigning champions Jamaica to a 283-run lead against the Windward Islands in the opening round West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) four-day match at … Gayle signals WICB, ravages Windwards with scintillating hundredStabroek News WICB four-day regional tournament round upGo Jamaica |
WI need Gayle, says Waugh – Jamaica Gleaner
February 5, 2012
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WI need Gayle, says Waugh
Jamaica Gleaner BRISBANE, Australia (CMC):Former Australia captain, Steve Waugh, has singled out classy left-hander Darren Bravo as the next big name in world cricket and says once Chris Gayle returns to the West Indies side, Australia could have their hands full when … Waugh says Bravo the next world star; Windies need Gayle backStabroek News Former Test captain Steve Waugh talks about all things cricket with Robert …Courier Mail |
Gayle-force save! – Jamaica Observer
February 5, 2012
Jamaica Gleaner |
Gayle-force save!
Jamaica Observer BY SANJAY MYERS Observer staff reporter CHRISTOPHER Gayle thundered a magnificent 165 yesterday to guide reigning champions Jamaica to a 283-run lead against the Windward Islands in the opening round West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) four-day match at … Gayle signals WICB, ravages Windwards with scintillating hundredStabroek News WICB four-day regional tournament round upGo Jamaica |
