Oct 27, 2009

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Live Streaming Chelsea vs Bolton - Carling Cup Match On October 28th

Carling Cup 2009

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Chelsea
vs
Bolton
Match Schedule:
Date:October 28th
Time: 18:45 (GMT)

Live Streaming Australia vs India Watch Cricket 2nd ODI Of 7 ODI Series On Oct 28

India v Australia 7 ODI Series 2009

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Australia
vs
India
Match Schedule:
Date: October 28th D/N
Time:09:00 (GMT)
Venue: Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Jamtha, Nagpur.

Besieged by injuries to three key bowlers, Australia will know that neither form book nor reputation will count for much when they meet India in the second one-dayer at the Jamtha stadium in Wednesday’s day-nighter.

Even in victory in the first match in Vadodara, Australia had lost more ground than they gained. If the Harbhajan Singh-Praveen Kumar onslaught on their unsuspecting bowlers wasn’t enough to dent their confidence, Monday’s developments which rendered Brett Lee and James Hopes hors de combat would sure have severely hit their morale. The question mark over Mitchell Johnson’s availability has done little to help the visitors’ cause. While it will all boil down to which team is hungrier and more motivated, the expected return of Yuvraj Singh coinciding with the injury setbacks to Australia should hold India in good stead. Nagpur as a venue will evoke mixed reactions among the Australians. It was here at the old VCA stadium that, under stand-in skipper Adam Gilchrist, they had breached the ‘last frontier’ to claim the Test series in 2004. Three years later, in 2007, they clinched the seven-match one-day series with a game to spare. However, Ricky Ponting’s men lost the bilateral Test series at the newly-constructed stadium in Jamtha last year, and the developments over the last 48 hours may just be the portent of things to come, India will be hoping. More than thinking about the chinks in the opposition ranks, India will do well to concentrate on their strengths, and there are a few positives MS Dhoni’s men can count on. While the fightback in the opening one-dayer was undoubtedly the most pleasing aspect, Ishant Sharma’s bowling was encouraging without being spectacular. Also, the value of Yuvraj’s return to the side can’t be quantified. The left-hander’s towering presence in the team not only strengthens the batting manifold, his rapidly improving part-time left-arm spin affords flexibility in bowling. The Punjab batsman’s arrival means Virat Kohli will have to warm the bench simply because another disposable member of the team – left-arm spinning all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja – provides the bowling option as well. Apart from this, it’s unlikely that Dhoni will effect any other change from the previous match, though there might be a bit of tinkering in the batting order as Yuvraj, unless the situation demands, will walk in at No 4, a slot held by Suresh Raina for sometime now even if he batted at six in the last game. The top three will remain unchanged and a lot depends on how Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag and Gautam Gambhir exploit the conditions in this day-night match, where dew is going to be a big factor. Though Praveen, impressive only in patches, leaked runs aplenty in Vadodara, the UP bowler should get another chance to prove himself. Harbhajan has on a number of occasions shone with the bat of late, but his bowling has been under scrutiny for a while. Being the most experienced bowler in the side, it’s time the off-spinner got his act together. While India’s bowling isn’t in great shape, Australia’s wears an inexperienced look after their injury travails. With Lee and Hopes out, Doug Bollinger and Ben Hilfenhous are likely to make the cut while Shaun Marsh may get the nod if Johnson too is ruled on match-day. It remains to be seen whether or not they will split their successful opening combination of Tim Paine and Shane Watson if Marsh, also an opener, is included. Even before the series began, the most logical way of beating Australia appeared to be by outbatting them. With the visitors’ bowling weakened considerably now, this is as good an opportunity as India can get. Teams (from): India: Mahendra Singh Dhoni (capt), Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag, Gautam Gambhir, Suresh Raina, Yuvraj Singh, Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja, Harbhajan Singh, Praveen Kumar, Munaf Patel, Ashish Nehra, Ishant Sharma, Sudeep Tyagi, Amit Mishra. Australia: Ricky Ponting (capt), Shane Watson, Tim Paine, Shaun Marsh, Mike Hussey, Cameron White, Adam Voges, Ben Hilfenhaus, Mitchell Johnson, Peter Siddle, Doug Bollinger, Nathan Hauritz, Jon Holland.

Live Streaming Real Madrid vs Alcorcon Watch Football Copa del Rey On October 27th

Copa del Rey 2009

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Real Madrid
vs
Alcorcon

Match Schedule:
Date: October 27th
Time: 20:00 (GMT)

Steeped in history, the Copa del Rey is, for Spain’s domestic teams and especially those who do not have a legitimate shot at the Primera title or European success, one of the most prestigious trophies of the season.

The competition format includes teams from the Primera Division, Segunda A, about 23 teams from the Segunda B and the Tercera Division champions (or runners-up if the champion is a reserve team) - all of which are permitted entry.

Having fought their way through the preliminary rounds of the competition, Segunda B side AD Alcorcon—a small club based in the modest city of Alcorcon in the autonomous community of Madrid, have progressed far enough into the competition to merit a berth in the Round of 32.

And for one day in its history, the Estadio Municipal de Santo Domingo will be the centre of the galaxy. Having drawn mighty Real Madrid as their opponents, the tiny provincial side has the opportunity to showcase their football on a grand stage.

Copa Del Throwaway

For Real Madrid, the Copa del Rey competition is the least sought after and, between the Champions League title and the Liga crown, the domestic cup usually takes a backseat.

With their last title in the competition coming way back in 1993, Los Blancos have been known to make quick and early exits from the Copa, most recently an embarrassing dismissal from Segunda B side Real Union last year in a two-legged affair that saw the potential end of young starlet Ruben De La Red’s promising career and led to the demise of then-coach Bernd Schuster.

This year, however, with Barcelona taking the triplete of the Liga title, Champions League trophy, and the Copa del Rey crown, the pressure is mounting on Real Madrid to do well in this year’s competition. Further, having been dealt two losses and a draw in their past four matches, Madrid can't afford a disappointing result against their south-western neighbours.

TEAM NEWS

Alcorcon

The Estadio Municipal de Santo Domingo will be buzzing in Alcorcon’s biggest match of the season and the stadium will be filled to capacity with what is sure to be a raucous 4,000 fans. Madrid are used to far larger stadiums, but that is unlikely to make the venue any less hostile as the minnows take on the sharks.

Some members of the Alorcon squad have also admitted to being strong Real Madrid supporters, but for Tuesday’s match there are no friends to be made.

Probable Starting XI (4-5-1): Juanma – Gomez, Bermudez, Sanchez, Lopez – More, Vara, Mora, Jeremy, Alberdi – Bravo

Real Madrid

The Copa del Rey has been a competition in which the second-string players as well as members of the cantera are given a chance to shine. However, Madrid’s squad is a bit thin due to a plague of recent injuries. The most problematic injury is in the backline as a knock to Ezequiel Garay may force starter Raul Albiol into the match to partner with the newly recuperated Christoph Meztelder.

The midfield is also somewhat problematic as Xabi Alonso and Kaka’s accumulated minutes may see them rested for the midweek encounter. Having been unfit for the past two matches, Gonzalo Higuain will likely make his return and could partner Javier Acuna upfront, the promising Paraguayan striker from the youth ranks who has yet to see minutes with the first team.

Probable Starting XI (4-2-2-2): Dudek – Arbeloa, Albiol, Metzelder, Drenthe – Gago, Diarra – Guti, Van der Vaart – Acuna, Higuain

PLAYERS TO WATCH

Alcorcon – Juanma

Facing the mighty Real Madrid, the Alcorcon goalkeeper will likely have his hands, quite literally, full. The Segunda B outfit will need strong saves and visionary distribution from their goalkeeper in order to pull off the upset.

Real Madrid – Rafa Van Der Vaart

With Kaka likely to be rested, Van Der Vaart will likely take over the attacking responsibilities in the midfield. With the departures of Arjen Robben and Wesley Sneijder during the summer, the Dutchman was on the out and out in Manuel Pellegrini’s eyes. However, a threatening display in the closing minutes of Madrid’s Liga match against Sporting could have set the table for the Dutchman to begin earning his keep in the Blanco lineup.

Live Streaming Ciudad de Lorqui vs Sevilla Watch Football Copa del Rey On October 27th

Copa del Rey 2009

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Ciudad de Lorqui
vs
Sevilla

Match Schedule:
Date: October 27th
Time: 18:00 (GMT)

Live Streaming UD Marbella vs Atletico Madrid Watch Football Copa del Rey On October 27th

Copa del Rey 2009

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UD Marbella
vs
Atletico Madrid

Match Schedule:
Date: October 27th
Time: 18:00 (GMT)

Live Streaming Recreativo Huelva vs Sporting Gijon Watch Football Copa del Rey On October 27th

Copa del Rey 2009

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Recreativo Huelva
vs
Sporting Gijon

Match Schedule:
Date: October 27th
Time: 18:00 (GMT)

Live Streaming Barnsley vs Manchester United - Carling Cup Match On October 27th

Carling Cup 2009

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Barnsley
vs
Manchester United
Match Schedule:
Date:October 27th
Time: 18:45 (GMT)

Bogdanovic came on as a substitute for Iain Hume against Bristol City at the weekend and could get the nod to play instead of him on Tuesday evening.

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson is expected to make several changes for the game at Oakwell.

Midfielder Darren Fletcher could play if he recovers from the groin injury that ruled him out of the defeat against Liverpool on Sunday.

MATCH PREVIEW

Mark Robins, the man who famously saved Sir Alex Ferguson from the axe, is now looking to engineer an upset against his former club.

It is nearly 20 years since Robins' winner for United in a crucial FA Cup tie at Nottingham Forest eased the pressure on Ferguson, who was widely expected to be sacked if his struggling team lost that game.

Robins, who went on to win the League Cup as a player with Leicester in 1997, is now treading his own managerial path - and showing real signs of promise.

Having impressed as Rotherham boss, he has enjoyed a good start since taking over at Barnsley, who were struggling badly in the Championship prior to his appointment last month.

MATCH FACTS

Head-to-head

• Manchester United have won 21 of their 37 league and cup matches against Barnsley. They have lost five and drawn 11, but have never met them in the League Cup.

• United won 2-0 on their most recent visit to Oakwell - a Premier League match in May 1998.

Barnsley

• Barnsley are one of three Championship clubs participating in the fourth round.

• This is the Tykes' best run in the competition for a decade.

• A victory would take them into the quarter-finals for the first time since the 1981/82 season.

• Daniel Bogdanovic has scored three of Barnsley's six Carling Cup goals this season.

Manchester United

• Manchester United, the League Cup holders, last suffered a defeat in the competition when they lost to Championship club Coventry the season before last.

• They were last eliminated at the fourth-round stage in 2006, when they were beaten by Southend.

• United had won 10 and drawn one of their 11 games this season prior to Sunday's loss at Liverpool.