Archives for June 2012

Jordi Alba signs for Barcelona

One of the Spanish team’s players that has most impressed without a shadow of a doubt is Valencia’s Jordi Alba. I have been keeping tabs on the young guy for several weeks now and today it was confirmed that Barca is the fortunate club that will sign him. He has impressed at the Euro 2012 […]

Ex Liverpool and Betis star dies aged just 23

A sad day for all football fans as news of Miki Roque’s passing away rocks the world of sport. Tributes have been pouring in all day for the centre back who has died aged just 23. Miki Roque was a defender with Liverpool and also with Real Betis. He was diagnosed last year with pelvic […]

Tito Vilanova appointed Barcelona coach

Tito Vilanova has been officially appointed Barcelona’s first team coach we can confirm. Tito has agreed on a two year deal and will step into Guardiola’s shoes and take over until June 2014. Tito will sign the contract on Friday and after he’ll be officially presented to the fans and media. Vilanova must be floating […]

Manuel Preciado dies of a heart attack

Today is a sad day in Spanish football as we have heard that Manuel Preciado has died of a heart attack. Villareal’s new boss was due to start work tomorrow but sadly passed away before taking hold of the reins of the relegated club. Preciado, just 54, from Cantabria in the North of Spain, was […]