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FIFA set to introduce goal-line technology

Wednesday, 5 December 2012, 09:51 Last update: about 11 years ago Malta Independent

FIFA will introduce goal-line technology for the first time at the Club World Cup in an effort to accurately judge when balls cross the goal line.   The magnetic-field-based system of...

PSG, Schalke win group

Wednesday, 5 December 2012, 08:08 Last update: about 11 years ago Malta Independent

Paris Saint-Germain and Schalke sealed top spot in their Champions League groups on Tuesday, while Cristiano Ronaldo scored his tournament-leading sixth goal to help Real Madrid beat Ajax...

2018 World Cup CEO says fan violence concern

Tuesday, 4 December 2012, 15:36 Last update: about 11 years ago Malta Independent

Fan violence in Russian football remains "a concern" but measures will be introduced including a better ticketing system and security cameras in stadiums to ensure fans are safe during the...

Controversial red card paves the way for Newcastle victory

Tuesday, 4 December 2012, 09:37 Last update: about 11 years ago Malta Independent

Newcastle recorded its first Premier League win in six matches by beating 10-man Wigan 3-0 on Monday after two goals by Demba Ba and another from Gael Bigirimana.   Newcastle manager Alan...

Juventus fined for banner offending crash victims

Monday, 3 December 2012, 19:52 Last update: about 11 years ago Malta Independent

    Juventus has been fined €10,000 ($13,000) after its fans unveiled an offensive banner during the 3-0 derby win over Torino that referred to the 1949 plane crash which wiped out...

Sneijder appears set to leave Inter after dispute

Monday, 3 December 2012, 14:16 Last update: about 11 years ago Malta Independent

Netherlands playmaker Wesley Sneijder appears set to leave Inter Milan following a meeting with the club in an attempt to resolve a contract dispute.   After leaving the meeting with his...

Chelsea's hopes in balance in Champions League

Monday, 3 December 2012, 12:23 Last update: about 11 years ago Malta Independent

Although Rafa Benitez can't be blamed for Chelsea's current plight in the Champions League, elimination this week would give his many critics further ammunition at the end of a tortuous first...

Pieta pay the penalty, Valletta eliminate Hamrun

Monday, 3 December 2012, 10:34 Last update: about 11 years ago Malta Independent

PIETA HOTSPURS-    0   RABAT AJAX-            1   Pieta H: M. Montfort, C. Spiteri, H. Madsen, C. Grech, R....

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