Soccer Blogs Posts Tagged James McFadden

If You Know Your History: Top 10 Scottish Club Nights in Europe (Part III)

2008-09-23T14:17:14+00:00

Scotland has had many glorious moments on the football stage over the years - domestically, Aberdeen, Celtic and Rangers have all won European silverware and our national team has given us many classic moments, from the Wembley Wizards to Archie Gemmill's goal against Holland, right up to James McFadden's screamer against France, part of a [.

Match Day: Iceland 1:2 Scotland

2008-09-11T06:26:09+00:00

It may have started brightly and ended on somewhat of a sour note, but the facts stand for themselves: two goals, one from Kirk Broadfoot, the other from James McFadden where enough to give George Burley his first win in charge of the national side as the three puts Scotland's challenge for World Cup 2010 [.

If You Know Your History: Top 10 Scottish Club Nights in Europe (Part II)

2008-09-09T05:01:18+00:00

If You Know Your History: Top 10 Scottish Club Nights in Europe (Part I)

2008-08-19T09:27:31+00:00

Birmingham and ex-Everton striker ‘fighting for the cause’, despite speculation

2008-08-05T15:52:25+00:00

It was less than a year ago when James McFadden sent the Tartan Army delirious, after his thirty-yard strike was enough to give Scotland a 1-0 win away to France in the Euro 2008 qualifiers. Despite his international heroics, 'Faddy' continued to struggle holding down a first-team place at Everton ..

The Secret Behind Everton's Success and Why They Might Falter

2008-08-04T13:00:00+00:00

David Moyes's Everton side has consistently been the best team outside of the top four. As recently as 2005, Everton has even gone as far as replacing cross-town rivals Liverpool in the fourth spot. A few injuries and bad luck spoil their season each year, but why exactly are Everton even so good?

First off, having a great manager always helps.

The Secret Behind Everton's Success and Why They Might Falter

2008-08-04T13:00:00+00:00

Is Gallas The Right Gunner Captain?

2008-08-03T16:48:02+00:00

William Gallas has responded to criticism he received last season about his actions during the team's draw with Birmingham in February. The Gunners captain came under fire after he made a one-man sit-down protest in the opposite half of the pitch just as James McFadden was preparing to take a last minute penalty for the Blues.

The Miller's Tale: Same Old, Same Old

2008-07-07T21:26:00+00:00

"But in my opinion he's the best all-round Scottish striker at the moment. Boydie (Kris Boyd] has his goals, Faddy (James McFadden] has great talent and a wee spark, but pound for pound you'd have Kenny starting in your team before anyone." Ally McCoist on Kenny Miller. Not, perhaps, what the Rangers fans want to hear.

Transfer Gossip

2008-07-06T21:53:00+00:00

David Bentley
There could be an almighty scrap on the cards for David Bentley, if the tabs are to be believed.

The Mail on Sunday claims Spurs are preparing a £15million bid, but they may face competition from Everton, who are rather scared there may be some truth in those Mikel Arteta to Atletico Madrid rumours.

Anyone think that Birmingham City can hold on to McFadden?

2008-07-03T16:09:12+00:00

The Daily Telegraph reckons that Birmingham City are "set to lose James McFadden" and we'd have to concur. Whilst Faddy didn't consistently set the world alight at Goodison, his occasional sparks of genius soared way above Championship level, which is what the Scot will have to endure if he stays with [.

Birmingham manager’s praise for James McFadden

2008-03-03T14:02:02+00:00

Birmingham City have undergone a sort of revival since the start of this year and City manager Alex McLeish has no hesitation to single out James McFadden as the reason for the transformation. The player was signed in January from Everton for £5 million and has already established himself in the Birmingham starting line-up.

James McFadden happy at St. Andrew’s

2008-02-12T12:55:23+00:00

Not many players would be happy with life struggling for survival in the top flight but Birmingham City's striker James McFadden is one of a kind. He decided to leave UEFA Champions League hopefuls Everton last month and arrived to St. Andrew's. But why? After all, for most of us, playing for Everton at the [.

Birmingham end Samaras interest

2008-01-23T07:49:00+00:00

Birmingham City manager Alex McLeish has abandoned plans to sign Manchester City striker Georgios Samaras.
But McLeish has decided to concentrate on trying to strengthen other areas of his team after signing James McFadden from Everton and Mauro Zarate on loan from Al Sadd.

James McFadden joins Birmingham from Everton

2008-01-18T12:29:26+00:00

Birmingham City are hovering perilously near the relegation zone and are separated from the drop zone by only goal difference. No wonder manager Alex McLeish is looking for reinforcement this month. And he has got the man he has been chasing for long. Sky Sports reports that Birmingham have signed striker James McFadden from fellow Premiership [.

Second club enters chase for McFadden

2008-01-18T02:54:00+00:00

McFadden Birmingham deal not done, as second club enters race

James McFadden left St Andrews last night, after being unable to agree terms wih Birmingham City. Reports also surfaced of an unnamed second club entering the chase for the Scottish international. The event will disappoint Alex McLeish who has been a long admirer of McFadden's talents from his days as Scotland boss.

Premier League Transfer News - Birmingham sign McFadden

2008-01-17T03:44:00+00:00

McLeish nabs McFadden
Birmingham City yesterday completed the signing of Everton's James McFadden for 5.5 milllion pounds. McLeish has long been impressed with McFadden, particularly during his stint as Scotland boss.

Previous bids of 2.5m and 3.5m had been turned down, and the fee of 5.

Everton star set to leave for Brum…Good riddance?

2008-01-16T12:22:03+00:00

James McFadden is set to team up with former Scotland gaffer Alex McLeish at Birmingham City reports the Guardian, Stuart James writes: "James McFadden is expected to complete a £5m move from Everton to Birmingham City in time to feature against Chelsea at St Andrew's on Saturday. Alex McLeish has failed with two [.

Predictably, Birmingham manager wants Everton forward

2008-01-14T14:03:11+00:00

James McFadden has been reduced to a few cameo performances for Everton this season, although the Scottish international has an old friend requiring his services. Step forward Alex McLeish, formerly manager of his native Scotland and now in charge of Birmingham City. According to Sky Sports, the Blues have already had a £2.

Everton reject Celtic’s attempts to borrow striker

2007-12-24T14:09:56+00:00

The BBC is reporting that Everton have turned down Celtic's attempts to bag James McFadden on loan in January and take him to Scotland where he is revered as a God. McFadden has only started three games for Everton this season, but the Toffees won't welcome any offers according to Everton Chief Exec [.

McFadden's goal, brilliant or just lucky?

2007-09-14T01:19:00+00:00

I've had the chance to watch it a few times now, and i'm convinced it was just a lucky goal. If anything, maybe it should be an own goal, credited to the French keeper, Mickael Landreau. If he had a stronger hand, that shot would have sailed over the cross bar.

Thought, not to take anything away from McFadden, it was a brilliant strike, the turn, touch and shot.

McFadden's ridiculous strike versus France (video)

2007-09-13T16:46:00+00:00

France 0, Scotland 1. Felt weird writing that. Ths Scots definitely deserve to go through if they can pull off at least a draw with Italy coming up in Glasgow. And if your looking for John Arne Riise's signature strike versus Greece, go here. Cheers.

McFadden steals victory from the Frenchies!

2007-09-13T03:00:00+00:00

The Brits suffered a mixed bag of results last night. England, Wales and Scotland all record impressive victories while the only blemish was the Irish games. Both Ireland and Northen Ireland lost their games to Czech Republic and Iceland respectively. Northend Ireland somewhat surprising loss to Iceland was the more unexpected of the results. The Icelandish players seem to be on a sort of mini revival, after comfortably holding Spain last week to a 1-1 draw.