Kieran Beckles Archives: 03/2009

It’s a sorry tale of how a wonder-kid, who lit the World Cup alight in 1998, has suffered a string of injuries, resulting in a diminishing international career when he should be in his peak.

With the the 2009 Formula One Championship starting this Sunday with the opening race in Melbourne, it promises to be as tight as ever.

After Real Madrid suffered a 4-0 thrashing at the hands of Liverpool, Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane was lavish in his praise of the England midfielder, Steven Gerrard.

As we approach the last phase of the Premiership season, it’s time once again for us to consider who have been the players that have captured our eye this year in an enthralling season of football.

On Saturday, Ireland finally answered their critics and put to bed any doubts over their ability to cope under pressure by closing out the Six Nations tournament with a tight title-clinching victory over Wales.

It had been two weeks since my trip to the San Siro for Manchester United’s game against Inter Milan – a night to remember – but unfortunately not entirely for the footballing spectacle.

Liverpool’s thrashing of the English and European champions at Old Trafford on Saturday has ensured that the title race isn’t quite over yet.

On Thursday night, Ashley Cole continued the growing trend of famous footballers finding themselves on the wrong side of the law.

Sitting twelve points clear by the end of December, Barcelona looked to have the title wrapped up – and in some fashion.

For any football fan it’s a night to remember. The atmosphere outside and inside the stadium is electric. The Champions League music simply iconic.