English Premier League Fixture
Posted On Wednesday, August 26, 2009 at at 9:39 AM by KOBERT | |||||
| Chelsea |  | V |  | Burnley | 29 Aug 12:45 |
| Blackburn |  | V |  | West Ham | 29 Aug 15:00 |
| Bolton |  | V |  | Liverpool | 29 Aug 15:00 |
| Stoke City |  | V |  | Sunderland | 29 Aug 15:00 |
| Tottenham |  | V |  | Birmingham | 29 Aug 15:00 |
| Wolves |  | V |  | Hull City | 29 Aug 15:00 |
| Man Utd |  | V |  | Arsenal | 29 Aug 17:15 |
| Portsmouth |  | V |  | Man City | 30 Aug 13:30 |
| Everton |  | V |  | Wigan | 30 Aug 15:00 |
| Aston Villa |  | V |  | Fulham | 30 Aug 16:00 |
Malaysian SPORT: Restructure leagues for better football
Posted On at at 9:05 AM by KOBERTOUR national footballers deserve a pat on the back for their impressive performances in the recent friendly or warm-up matches against the star-studded Manchester United team.
The players displayed good composure and skill. But for the moment, I will continue to remain sceptical that Malaysian football is on its way out of the woods.
We have a long way to go. Consistency in quality matches in future will be an indicator that a revival is in the making. But it will not likely happen as long as the players continue to play in the present Malaysian leagues, which are not competitive.
Currently, the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) is sponsoring 14 teams in the Super League and 13 teams in the Premier League. The intention may be good but, sad to say, in spite of spending a fortune over almost two decades, results are not forthcoming as the leagues are non-competitive.
These days when sponsorships are hard to come by, FAM must show its affiliates what prudent spending is all about.
Restructure the leagues. Have only one league consisting of 12 to 14 teams. And if this is done, only quality players -- the best -- will ply their trade in the league.
Lorenzo commits to Yamaha
Posted On at at 5:46 AM by KOBERT
Spanish rider Jorge Lorenzo has signed a 12-month contract extension to remain with Yamaha.
Lorenzo is currently second in the 2009 MotoGP standings and Yamaha Motor Racing managing director Lin Jarvis is thrilled to have secured his services for another year.
"We are obviously delighted that Jorge has decided to stay at Yamaha for the next season and we hope that he will remain at Yamaha for many years to come," he said.
"Jorge has shown his talent, his ability to learn and to compete at the highest level with many excellent performances in 2008 and 2009.
"We have no doubt that he has the ability and drive to become MotoGP world champion and we are proud that he has decided to remain with Yamaha, despite having received some very serious approaches from some of our competitors."
Lorenzo added: "It was a very important decision and that's why I have had to take the last few weeks to make it, but I think that this is the best decision for me at this moment."
Anderson denies that he wants to quit United
Posted On at at 5:43 AM by KOBERT
Anderson has denied he wants to quit Manchester United but admitted he is frustrated at his lack of first-team opportunities so far this season. The Brazilian midfielder's only start came in last week's defeat by Burnley - in an unfamiliar left-wing position - and he is reported to have clashed with boss Sir Alex Ferguson after being left out of the team for the Community Shield meeting with Chelsea earlier this month.
Anderson told the Daily Mail: "I believed that I would play in the Community Shield but that is forgotten now.
"I thought that, without Cristiano Ronaldo around, I could to play more and that has been my challenge from pre-season onwards.
"But the coach decides the teams and to discuss this with him is foolish because he is the chief. I do not want to leave United. No.
"Sir Alex Ferguson has demanded a bigger effort from me and I accept that. Because to get into this United team is very complicated and difficult for any player."
