Lazio look to continue rise

Lazio's 5th place finish last year, after a relegation threatened season the year before, sees them continue to strengthen the team with smart transfers and prudent management.

Article here: http://backpagefootball.com/transfers/lazio-look-to-continue-rise/

A Tale Of Two Teams

In the 80s, Denmark and Uruguay were both nations on the rise in international soccer, although the means they took to achieve their success were entirely different.  When they met in the '86 Cup, they played out a thrilling result which only told of a small portion of the history of the two teams.

Full Article Here: http://equaliserfootball.com/2011/07/15/tale-of-two-teams/

A Plea for the Flea

The recent criticism levied on Messi forces us to look at our own role as fans.

Full article here: http://backpagefootball.com/opinion/a-plea-for-the-flea/

A Night of Fútbol

As history was made with the relegation of River and crowning of Santos, many of the joys and pains of South American football were clear in sight.

Article available here: http://backpagefootball.com/opinion/a-night-of-futbol/

Chile's Time is Now

The change of national coach from Bielsa to Borghi leaves Chile with even more pressure to achieve imminent success.

Full article here: http://backpagefootball.com/international/chiles-time-is-now/

Nasser Hejazi - "Ostureh"

The passing of Iranian goalkeeper Nasser Hejazi, a sports legend and populist figure, raises many questions of the nation's ability to wean off its heroes and overcome its struggles.

Full article available here: http://backpagefootball.com/international/nasser-hejazi-ostureh/

International Friendly: Germany-Uruguay 5.29.11

After the Champions League Final, on Sunday Germany and Uruguay played an entertaining friendly at the Rhein-Neckar-Arena.

Full article here: http://backpagefootball.com/international/international-friendly-germany-vs-uruguay/