The 14º victory… nothing to say about it, right?
Archive for January, 2007
GENOA – Nicolas Burdisso and Hernan Crespo grabbed the goals to give Inter a 3-0 victory over Sampdoria at the Marassi and keep Mancini’s men on course for a third consecutive Coppa Italia triumph.
Inter overpowered the Blucerchiati with a dominant display to extend their unbeaten run to 25 games and take a healthy lead into next Thursday’s semi-final return.
Burdisso, who netted twice against Messina in the round of sixteen, hit the target in either half to become top scorer in the domestic cup competition this season.
The Argentine defender flicked home Figo’s inswinging cross from a 40-yard free kick to put Inter ahead in the 9th minute.
Crespo lifted his tally for the season to double figures on 24 minutes, rising in the box to head home another Figo cross.
The Nerazzurri then soaked up a period of Samp pressure, with Francesco Toldo making a succession of saves from Quagliarella and Flachi.
Burdisso put an end to Samp’s run of seven straight cup wins 11 minutes after the restart with a bullet header past Zotti from a Luis Figo corner.
Spurred on by a vociferous crowd, Novellino’s side pushed to reduce the arrears, but Toldo emerged the victor from his personal duel with Quagliarella, with more vital blocks from the Blucerchiati fantasista.
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Crespo has been called for the Argentina – France match
Published January 25, 2007 Argentina Leave a CommentAlfio Basile called Crespo for the next friendly match on Feb 7.
Here is the list of the 21 players:
ARQUEROS: Roberto Abbondanzieri (Getafe, España) y Leonardo Franco (Atlético Madrid, España).
DEFENSORES: Roberto Ayala (Valencia, España), Gabriel Milito (Zaragoza, España), Nicolás Burdisso (Inter de Milán, Italia), Gabriel Heinze (Manchester United, Inglaterra), Javier Zanetti (Inter de Milán, Italia), Fabricio Fuentes (Villarreal, España) y Rodolfo Arruabarrena (Villarrreal, España).
MEDIOCAMPISTAS: Fernando Gago (Real Madrid, España), Aldo Duscher (Deportivo La Coruña, España), Esteban Cambiasso (Inter de Milán, Italia), Luis González (Porto, Portugal), Leandro Somoza (Villarreal, España), Pablo Aimar (Zaragoza, España) y Jonás Gutiérrez (Mallorca, España).
DELANTEROS: Javier Saviola (Barcelona, España), Sergio Agüero (Atlético Madrid, España), Diego Milito (Zaragoza, España) Hernán Crespo (Inter de Milán, Italia), Lisandro López (Porto, Portugal).
I found loooooot of stuff on the Internet. I promised I was going to post everything I find here, so, I leave two articles… sorry, but the news are all in Spanish, you can use a translator, but the main idea of all of them is Crespo’s return in June 
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For more pics visit:
http://www.inter.it/aas/news/reader?N=16739&L=es
http://www.inter.it/aas/news/reader?N=16740&L=es
Really hard training! And it seems it’s pretty cold up there! LOL
There are several rumors about Crespo coming back to his first team and very loved River Plate…
He has said that a part of his heart always wants to come back to River Plate, the place where he became what he is today.
After the interview that FIFA made to him, the rumors grew up and on Saturday, on FOX Sports, while a few journalists were commenting before the River – Boca match, they said that Crespo will come back to River, as soon as he finishes his contract with Inter, and then, he’ll finish his career.
They also talked about his family (we know his wife is Italian, so his daughters), and they said how homesick his wife was while they were living in England, when he was playing in Chelsea. Anyway, Argentina is totally different, and because of the cultural influence, Argentina has a Italian style too, so many of the activities she does in Italy, she can do them in Argentina too.
They also mentioned the situation of Claudio “El Piojo” López, who returned to Racing Club, his first football club, and how important this was for him, and also the big decision it was, not only for him, but also for his family.
I’ve got a 2005 newspaper with an interview, in which Crespo also said that he would come back to Argentina in order to play in River again.
About the retire and his posible participation at the World Cup 2010, we can’t say anything because we don’t know what is gonna happen, specially when he has said that if he keeps fit and shows people he is in shape, he would love to be on it.
That’s it.
If I know something else, I’ll post it here.
Love…Bye!
Inter can’t stop winning… 13 isn’t bad luck at all…
Today, after the match against Fiorentina, Inter has accumulated the thirteenth victory! A total record!
INTER 3 -FIORENTINA 1
Scorers: Toni 5, Stankovic 19, Adriano 24, Ibrahimovic 71.
Inter: 1 Toldo; 13 Maicon, 16 Burdisso, 23 Materazzi, 6 Maxwell (2 Cordoba 69); 14 Vieira, 19 Cambiasso, 4 Zanetti, 5 Stankovic (15 Dacourt 82); 8 Ibrahimovic, 10 Adriano (18 Crespo 86).
Subs not used: 79 Carini, 11 Grosso, 7 Figo, 21 Solari.
Coach: Roberto Mancini.
Fiorentina: 1 Frey; 6 Potenza, 3 Dainelli, 5 Gamberini, 23 Pasqual; 11 Liverani (29 Pazzini 30), 4 Donadel, 17 Blasi (83 Reginaldo 62), 19 Gobbi (18 Montolivo 75); 20 Jorgensen, 30 Toni.
Subs not used: 28 Lupatelli, 2 Kroldrup, 8 Pazienza, 32 Brivio.
Coach: Cesare Prandelli.
Referee: Emidio Morganti (Ascoli).
Booked: Liverani 23, Burdisso 65, Montolivo 76, Stankovic 78.
Goalkeepers: 1 Francesco Toldo, 12 Julio Cesar Soares.
Defenders: 2 Ivan Ramiro Cordoba, 4 Javier Zanetti, 6 Maxwell, 11 Fabio Grosso, 13 Maicon, 16 Nicolas Burdisso, 23 Marco Materazzi.
Midfielders: 5 Dejan Stankovic, 7 Luis Figo, 14 Patrick Vieira, 15 Olivier Dacourt, 19 Esteban Cambiasso, 21 Santiago Solari, 91 Mariano Gonzalez.
Strikers: 8 Zlatan Ibrahimovic, 10 Adriano, 18 Hernan Crespo.
Wanna see more? Visit:
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You’ll find more pics there 
Argentina
Crespo: I still love Italian football
(FIFA.com) 15 Jan 2007
At the age of 31 and with a staggering list of achievements, one could perhaps forgive the lethal Argentinian front-man Hernan Crespo for resting on his laurels. South America’s all-time top scorer in FIFA World Cup qualifiers, a league winner in every country he has played in and proud owner of the adidas Silver Shoe award from the 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany™, the well-travelled goal-getter is certainly not finished yet.
The challenges look set to come thick and fast throughout 2007 for a man who first came to prominence at hometown club River Plate. Quite apart from spearheading club side Inter Milan’s bid for Serie A and UEFA Champions League success, Crespo is also keen to take part in his first-ever Copa America with Argentina. As he prepares to face these tasks head on, the undisputed heir to Gabriel Batistuta’s goal-laden throne chatted exclusively with FIFA.com about his 2006, the year ahead, and his long-term ambition: to stay sharp enough to appear at South Africa 2010.
Señor Crespo, what was your defining memory of last year’s FIFA World Cup?
The opening game against Cote d’Ivoire, no doubt about it. That game signalled the end of a long period of preparation, and meant that we could get things underway once and for all. It’s a unique feeling and all about putting your nerves to one side and trying to make your dreams come true.
How would you describe Germany 2006 overall?
Beautiful! It was an unbelievable World Cup, the stadiums were always full and there were loads of Argentinian fans. It was incredibly moving to see a stadium packed with Argentinians, especially since we know how tough things are financially for our fellow countrymen.
Over in Germany you shared the top scorers’ podium with Miroslav Klose and Ronaldo. How would you define them as players?
Klose isn’t merely a great goalscorer, he’s also a great all-round player. He’s proved that in recent seasons and he continues to do so. Playing the World Cup on home soil clearly meant that he was doubly determined to do well, as were the rest of the [Germany] team. Germany ended up taking third place and he finished as top scorer, so he deserves to be congratulated. What can I say about Ronaldo that hasn’t already been said? With the exception of [Diego] Maradona, he’s the best player of modern times. He’s an example to follow for any attacking player and has been a decisive figure in every team he’s played. An award like this, which was a first for us, is already something of a habit for him. (Laughs)
How would you describe what has happened in your own career over the last year?
There was a bit of everything. Winning the Premiership with Chelsea was a very good achievement. I was then fortunate enough to play in the World Cup before topping it all off by earning a move back to Italy with a massive club like Inter. Things are going very well at the moment, with God’s help, but we’ll have to see what happens over the next six months.
What kind of a welcome did you receive from the Inter fans, given that you enjoyed a recent spell at rivals AC Milan?
They were really, really great. I have to say it surprised me a little, as it’s not easy going from one team to another. But I’ve been treated very well at both clubs. Inter welcomed me with open arms and the fans have been absolutely tremendous. I must confess to having a few concerns with regard to my time at Milan, but they’ve treated me absolutely wonderfully.
You are the highest goalscorer in the history of FIFA World Cup qualifiers in South America, and have played for some of the world’s biggest clubs. What is your secret?
There’s no magic formula. You have to have huge desire, and a genuine love of playing the game and the sport as a whole. And above and beyond your technical ability, you need be very mentally strong and have a lot of heart. You need all of that to become a star of world football.
Given the way your career has panned out, it is safe to say that you know European and South American football inside out. Were you surprised by Internacional de Porto Alegre’s recent victory over FC Barcelona in the FIFA Club World Cup?
Yes, but not because of the team that won. The real turn up for the books was that Barca lost. And even more so when you consider that it was a World Club Final. That said, it doesn’t surprise me when South American teams pull off feats like these. Didn’t Sao Paulo do exactly the same against Liverpool in 2005? Europeans sides have always struggled against South American teams, even when they have much bigger stars on paper. Over 90 minutes, anything can happen.
How do you feel about the appointment of Alfio Basile as Argentina coach?
I think it’s a great move. I haven’t had the chance to speak to him yet, but I was in the squad for the Spain game. Unfortunately I missed that match through injury but I’m keeping patient and have not lost my desire to play for the national team. The key is to show that you’re a regular at club level, that you’re playing well, and that you really want to be in the squad. I’ve got all that and more.
Despite enjoying such a long international career, you have yet to take part in the Copa America. Will you break your duck at Venezuela 2007?
Why not? There have been several reasons why I’ve not been able to take part during my 12 years in the national team. Whether it was because the tournament coincided with our World Cup qualifying campaign, or because it took place the year before the World Cup and they [the coaching staff] decided to rest us… I’ve just never had the chance. We’ll have to see what happens this year, but why not?
You have already appeared at three FIFA World Cups. Is it feasible to imagine you playing at the 2010 tournament?
I hope so. The idea is to try and stay on top of your game. I’m 31 years old and so I’ll have to play things by ear, because anything can happen in four years. As I said before, we’ll have to see how I’m feeling in four years’ time and see if I’m still up to the job. Should that be the case, then I can start getting my hopes up.
One last question: Juan Veron recently won the title on his return to Argentina with Estudiantes de La Plata. Is that something that appeals to you or do you plan to stay in Italy?
I don’t know. There’s a part of me that would like to go back to River Plate, where I grew up. But at the same time I’m a massive fan of Italian football, which makes me want to make the most of every minute and use every last drop of strength to keep me here. You never know with these things, that possibility will always be there in the background.
Spanish: http://www.fifa.com/es/news/interview/0,4323,129485-N,00.html?comp=WF&year=2007&articleid=129485
