MADRID BEAT AGAIN BY THIRD DIVISION CLUB

Disgraceful! Maybe it was the most appropriate word to describe the Copa del Rey action between Real Madrid and third division clubs Alcorcón. Star-studded squad humiliated Manuel Pellegrini four goals without reply to the host team, on Wednesday (28/10/2009).

El Real nightmare at Copa del Rey event happen again. After last season, was eliminated in the early phase of the Real Union, now the Los blancos should be lowered embarrassed after losing badly in the first leg against Alcorcón that in fact is losing caste in the paper.

Facing Madrid did not seem to make foster children Juan Antonio Anquela undaunted. From the beginning, Alcorcón attacking display a mature game and a strong determination to win. Makes host Raul et al look like an amateur team.

The first round clearly belonged to Alcorcón. Imagine, they directly lead to 3-0 half-time whistle sounded ending. Sergio Mora, Ruben Sanz, and Borja truly a scourge veteran goalkeeper Jerzy Dudek. After some initial attempts failed to reach the target, finally managed to open the benefits Borja Alcorcón at minute 16.

Six minutes later, goalkeeper Dudek again broken. This time, Los blancos defender Alvaro Arbeloa is adding other features through an own goal. Former Liverpool retainer to cut off the ball from the right sector with his feet. Unfortunately, he's just a ball into the goal Dudek.

Juanma host goalkeeper also fantastic. He managed to get Rafael van der Vaart and Raul frustrated after their two golden opportunities.

Ernesto Gomez Gomez midfielder scored three Alcorcón in minute 40. Committed blunders Royston Drenthe made freely Cascon Diego cross removed to Ernesto immediate goal to El Real.

Manuel Pellegrini immediately put Fernando Gago and Guti withdrew early in the second half after giving an injection of fresh energy. However, Alcorcón less affected and still continued dominance. Borja host closed the victory with a goal in minute 52.

Madrid actually quite managed to improve the game in the last 30 minutes. Unfortunately, El Real still not able to unload Alcorcón defense and must accept the results of these oppressive.

Other Match Results Copa del Rey:

Atletico Ciudad 2 to 4 Sevilla
Marbella from 0 to 2 Atletico Madrid
Recreativo Huelva 1 to 1 Sporting Gijon

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Complete results of European Zone Qualifying (World Cup)

2010 World Cup qualifying, entered the final stage which is now one game left to live. Some countries also have to ensure a ticket to the final round, such as German, Serbian, Italian and Danish. Here are the complete results of the European zone.

Group 1
* Danish 1 to 0 Sweden
Portugal 3-0 Hungary

Group 2
Luxemberg 0 to 3 Switzerland
Greek 5-2 Latvia
Israel 3 to 1 Moldova

Group 3
Ceska Rep. 2-0 Poland
Slovakia 0-2 Slovenia

Group 4
Finland 2 to 1 Wales
Russia 0 to 1 * Germany
Liechtenstein 0 to 2 Azerbaijan

Group 5
Armenia 1 - 2 * Spain
Estonia 0 to 2 Bosnia-Herzegovina
Belgium 2-0 Turkey

Group 6
Belarus 4-0 Kazakhstan
Ukraine 1 to 0 * UK

Group 7
Austria 2 to 1 Lithuania
Serbia 5 to 0 Romania
French 5-0 Faroe Kep

Group 8
Cyprus 4-1 Bulgaria
Montenegro 2 to 1 Georgia
Rep. Ireland 2 to 2 * Italy

*: Surviving the World Cup 2010

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Review Italia vs Rep. Irlandia

Italy needs a victory in the two remaining parties to ensure a ticket to the 2010 World Cup. However, the mission confirmed Gli Azzurri will not be easy. The problem, which will block your opponent is Rep.. Ireland that in fact the main rivals in Group 8 standings. Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon veteran agrees this.

This weekend, Italy will undergo stringent action. Coach Marcello Lippi will take his squad flew to Dublin to face Ireland in a host of follow-up World Cup qualifying. Victory over the squad who is now in arsiteki Italy coach Giovanni Trapattoni's Italy would not have to drive to work hard in the face Cyprus ultimate party, four days later to win the tickets automatically qualify to South Africa.

Today, Italy is still entrenched at the top Group 8 with 20 points, while the Irish trailed in second position with a difference of four points. If you lose in Dublin, a difference of two points will be trimmed to just one point. The fact is what makes Buffon believes tough action packed place. Therefore, Juventus goalkeeper is not targeting any grandiose result of the match.

"We will face the fight against Irish sulti. We had experienced difficult moments to face them," said Buffon prism of the success of Ireland 1-1 Italy held, at the first meeting in Bari, Italy, April.

"Are we going to hit a draw results? You can not say that it is a good result. But, if these results that lie at the end of the game, no words we can say," he added, as reported by Goal, Friday (9 / 10 / 2009).

On this occasion, Buffon also wary of giving praise and Ireland coach, Giovanni Trapattoni who thinks football is very familiar with the character of Italy.

"Trapattoni is someone could instill character and the Italian game I salute him.. Mr. Trap is the maestro, and he also has won a lot of things," she said Trapattoni a chance to menukangi La Nazionale in the period 2000-2004

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MADRID BEAT BY SEVILLA

Real Madrid have finally met with defeat when come to the headquarters of Seville, Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan. Successfully beat Sevilla 2-1 Real Madrid, on Monday (5/10/2009).

This defeat makes El Real have left three points from its main rivals Barcelona in the fighting top of the league. Madrid collecting 15 points from six games. While Sevilla is in the top three with points and the same amount of action with Madrid.

Jesus Navas took Sevilla lead 1-0 at minute 33. Navas scored a goal with his head to meet the measurable cross. Navas jumped from behind the defender of Madrid, in failing driven Iker Casillas.

Madrid is down without Cristiano Ronaldo, appeared less bite in the early game. Manuel Pellegrini besutan team can only attack once Sevilla. However, Pepe was able to equalize the numbers in the early minutes of the second half. Header from the Portuguese defender made a balanced position.

While camps continue to Madrid equalized. Asik attacked El Real to forget defense. Scheme dead ball Renato Dirnei be transferred back to the header in the 66th minute.

After the lead, playing a total Sevilla survive. The strategy was fairly effective built to make the attack Kaka et al, are always crushed. Sevilla had to ensure the victory of the season six

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