Showing posts with label UEFA cup. Show all posts
Showing posts with label UEFA cup. Show all posts

Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Gheorghe Hagi

Gheorghe Hagi cartoon

Gheorghe Hagi, the legendary Romanian footballer known for his extraordinary skill and vision on the field, etched his name in football history with his triumph in the UEFA Cup alongside Galatasaray.

Hagi's leadership and unparalleled talent were instrumental in guiding Galatasaray to their historic victory in the 1999 UEFA Cup, marking the first major European trophy for a Turkish club.

His masterful performances, including crucial goals and precise passes, inspired his teammates and captured the hearts of fans worldwide.

Hagi's legacy as one of the greatest footballers of his generation was further solidified with this remarkable achievement, cementing his place among the sport's elite.

Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Retiring Gerrard fails to show Liverpool best for England

Steven Gerrard announced his retirement from international football on Monday, drawing the curtain on an England career that began back in May 2000.

But despite such a long and distinguished association with England, scoring 21 goals in 114 appearances for his country, the Liverpool skipper never managed to replicate his Anfield form for the Three Lions.

The 34-year-old is the last of England's so-called Golden Generation to retire, but leaves having failed to challenge in major tournaments despite consistently carrying Liverpool towards multiple successes, bagging two FA Cups, the Champions League and a host of other titles.
Tuesday, July 22, 2014 10:45

Thursday, May 8, 2014

Zanetti calls time on career

Zanetti in history cartoon
Javier Zanetti has confirmed he will call time on his 22-year career at the end of the season.

The 40-year-old will bow out at Inter having won Serie A five times, the Coppa Italia on four occasions, and the Champions League once.

"I feel that now is the right time to do it," he told La Nacion.

"Football has given me so much, and I have enjoyed every moment. Because after the achilles injury last April, I wanted to demonstrate that I could return and be competitive, but I could not.

"I feel complete and have realized that to retire at 40 is a priceless feeling. For me it is something that has immense value and now is the right time. Do I fear life after this? No, there is no fear."
Wednesday, May 7, 2014 12:00