From the Curious Statistic Department: Roma beat Bordeaux 3-1 in France on the back of second half goals from Mirko Vucinic and Julio Baptista (brace), who both happened to be celebrating their birthdays (25th & 27th, respectively). Has that ever happened before? Is there any way to even check that? Click to continue reading...

Defending champions Singapore have been drawn in Group A alongside Myanmar, co-hosts Indonesia and the qualifying round's runner-up for December's AFF Suzuki Cup 2008.Group A matches will be taking place in Indonesia.The lions will also face the qualifiers runner-up.As usual,top two teams will qualify for semi-final. Click to continue reading...

Saturday 7th Departure Euro 2008 started for us in the departure lounge Luton airport as we waited for the cattle class fight to Vienna. In the departure lounge sat a large group of Polish fans singing their heads off whilst there was a smattering of Croats decked out in red and white cheques and holding a massive flag aloft. Click to continue reading...

Business as usual for the Germans So we are a weekend in to Euro 2008 and as yet no surprise, and not even a surprise goal from an underdog. Is this the route the tournament will take? Its looking like a feast of football is upon us if Germany v Poland is anything to go by, and whilst I am deeply upset by our failure to qualify it does make it somewhat easier to just sit back and enjoy the quality. Click to continue reading...