The Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast
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Curtis: Swansea are Premier League material
Swansea first team coach Alan Curtis said the club has proven they belong in the Premier League after a solid season under new manager Michael Laudrup. The Swans have enjoyed a flying year, winning the Carling Cup and qualifying for the Europa League and could still finish eighth in the Premier League. And ahead of their final day clash with Fulham at the Liberty Stadium Curtis told Weekend Sports Breakfast: "With a change of manager with Brendan [Rodgers] going to Liverpool and Michael...
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Kiely: West Brom are punching above their weight
West Brom goalkeeping coach Dean Kiely is thrilled by the club's fantastic Premier League season which could see them finish eighth. Attention will be solely on Sir Alex Ferguson's last game in charge when he takes Man United to the Hawthorns today but Kiely says Albion are capable of causing an upset. read more
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Collymore on the final day of the Premier League season
talkSPORT pundit, Stan Collymore, casts his eye over the final day of the Premier League season as Tottenham and Arsenal battle it out for a Champions League place. Spurs are just one point behind their north London rivals with one match remaining of the season, and the Gunners will be aware that a point against Newcastle will not be enough to secure a place at Europe's top table next season. read more
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George Graham on Arsenal's final day fight for Champions...
George Graham joins the Breakfast boys ahead of the final weekend of Premier League action, as his former club Arsenal battle it out with Tottenham to secure a top four finish and Champions League football for next season. The Gunners are a point ahead of their north London rivals and take on Newcastle at St James' Park, while Tottenham take on Sunderland at home. "I think Arsenal will beat Newcastle," said Graham. "They are on a roll just now. The last third of the season they have been...
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Allardyce on West Ham transfer targets and Financial...
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce claims the Hammers will need to be careful this summer with their transfer window activity - because of the new Financial Fair Play rules. The new rules mean club's have to live within their means and Allardyce claims that will affect how they operate this summer. "The financial restrictions kick in this year and we have to be careful where, and how, we spend our money to try and improve the side, which is something we must do. read more
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Steve Harmison: Joe Root has got a big future in...
Steve Harmison reflects on the opening day of the First Test between England and New Zealand at Lord's as he hosts were restricted to 160-4 and backs Joe Root to reach the very top of the game after the young batsman against impressed.
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Hughton targets Norwich improvement next season
Norwich manager Chris Hughton says he is delighted to have secured Premier League survival in his first season at Carrow Road. The 4-0 victory over West Brom last weekend ensured the club's place in the top-flight for another year and Hughton says he is keen to push on and avoid another relegation battle next term. "Our objective is to keep improving. Next season will be our third season in the Premier League and we want to keep evolving," he said, speaking on the Alan Brazil Sports...
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Ray Parlour on Arsenal's trip to Newcastle and David...
Ray Parlour looks ahead to Arsenal's final Premier League game of the season against Newcastle on Sunday, as the Gunners aim to clinch a top four finish and Champions League qualification. And Parlour pays tribute to David Beckham, after the former England captain announced he will retire from professional football once his short-term contract at Paris Saint-Germain ends this summer. read more
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Will Greenwood on the Aviva Premiership final and the...
Will Greenwood join Al and Ronnie on the Breakfast Show to look ahead to the upcoming Aviva Premiership final and this summer's British and Irish Lions tour. You can listen to exclusive national radio commentary of every single game of the Lions tour to Australia only on talkSPORT
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Hunter: Pellegrini will take Isco with him to Man City
Spanish football expert Graham Hunter says Malaga coach Manuel Pellegrini is almost certain to take charge of Manchester City in the summer - and will take talented young midfielder Isco with him. read more
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Tore Andre Flo hails Fernando Torres' impact against...
Tore Andre Flo joined Al and Ronnie on the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast Show following his former club Chelsea's 2-1 victory over Benfica in the Europa League final. The much-maligned Fernando Torres was on the scoresheet and Flo thinks the Spaniard may have turned a corner. read more
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Brassell tips Benfica star to make Man United move
Andy Brassell, talkSPORT's European expert, joins the Breakfast boys to tell them how Benfica's preparations for the Europa League final against Chelsea have been going. And Brassell says Manchester United fans should look out for Ezequiel Garay at the Amsterdam Arena - as the defender could be on his way to Old Trafford at the end of the season. "The guy to watch is Ezequiel Garay. Manchester United have shown interest in him for a long time and that's a move I can definitely see happening...
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Chelsea v Benfica: Craig Burley previews the Europa...
Craig Burley joins Alan and Ronnie on the Breakfast show to preview Wednesday's Europa League final as his former club Chelsea look to topple Benfica and make it back-to-back European successes after their Champions League triumph last year. Frank Lampard is set to captain Chelsea at the Amsterdam Arena but Belgian playmaker Eden Hazard misses out through injury. read more
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Parlour backs Arsenal to secure top four place by...
Ray Parlour says he expects Arsenal to secure Champions League football for next season after their win over Wigan on Tuesday night. The 4-1 victory at the Emirates moved Arsene Wenger's side back into the top four - a point above Tottenham - ahead of the final round of fixtures this weekend. read more
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Bielderman on Tevez to Monaco reports
Erik Bielderman, football writer for L'Equipe, discusses reports Monaco are eyeing a summer swoop for Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez. Bielderman also reflected on Paris Saint-Germain's Ligue Un title triumph and the violent scenes which marred the club's trophy parade on Monday. And he also said Carlo Ancelotti quitting PSG to succeed Jose Mourinho as Real Madrid manager is 'likely to happen' despite the big-spending French club claiming their Italian coach is going nowhere this summer.
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Hollywood star Dan Aykroyd joins the Breakfast boys in...
Hollywood star Dan Aykroyd, star of The Blues Brothers and Ghostbusters, popped into talkSPORT Towers on Tuesday morning to see Alan and Ronnie. Dan Aykroyd was promoting Crystal Head Vodka's 50th anniversary Rolling Stones gift set, which is now available at Crystalheadvodka.com
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Breen-Turner: Pellegrini doesn't want to leave Malaga...
talkSPORT's man in Malaga, Paul Breen-Turner, says Manuel Pellegrini is happy to stay with the La Liga side but the club's off-field issues mean he will have no option but to take the Manchester City job. read more
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Arsenal v Wigan: Alan Smith previews the crunch clash
Alan Smith joins the Breakfast boys to look ahead to Arsenal's crunch Premier League clash against Wigan at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night. Arsene Wenger's side need a win to remain on course for a top four finish, while the FA Cup-winning Latics need a victory to avoid relegation. read more
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Ardiles 'confident' Tottenham will finish in the top four
Tottenham legend Ossie Ardiles believes his former club will beat Arsenal to Champions League qualification. Andre Villas-Boas' side are fourth in the Premier League following the 2-1 victory over Stoke at the weekend but Arsenal, sitting two points behind, have a game in hand against Wigan at home on Tuesday night. read more
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Macari baffled by Rooney's desire to leave Man United
Lou Macari hails Sir Alex Ferguson after his final home game in charge of Manchester United ended in victory and with him lifting a 13th Premier League title. read more
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Hatton: Mancini deserves another season at Manchester...
Former boxer and huge Blues fan, Ricky Hatton, looks ahead to the FA Cup final against Wigan at Wembley - and told the Sports Breakfast boys that Roberto Mancini deserves another season at Manchester City. The Italian's future at the Etihad is unsure after a poor season which saw the club limply lose their Premier League crown and finish bottom of their Champions League group. But Hatton claims the 48-year-old is still the right man to lead Manchester City. read more
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Andy Liddell backs Wigan to shock Manchester City
Andy Liddell insists Wigan can cause a stunning upset on Saturday and win the FA Cup final. Roberto Martinez's side are viewed as rank outsiders against big-spending Manchester City but Liddell reckons his former club have the quality to pull off a shock at Wembley. "They have got a real chance," Liddell, Wigan's record goalscorer, told the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast. "Saturday is a massive thing for the club, for the chairman, the players, the fans, for everybody and I really hope they...
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Friedel: Tottenham haven't given up on a Champions...
Tottenham goalkeeper Brad Friedel claims the club haven't given up on a Champions League place. Spurs had to settle for a 2-2 draw against Chelsea on Wednesday night to leave themselves one point behind Arsenal, who sit fourth, with two matches of the season remaining. read more
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McGuinness: Rooney's Man United career looks over
talkSPORT's Manchester correspondent, Dom McGuinnes, claims Wayne Rooney's Manchester United career looks over - after handing in a second transfer request earlier this season. read more
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Le Saux on Chelsea's 2-2 draw with Tottenham and...
Former Chelsea defender, Graeme Le Saux, looks back at Wednesday night's draw against Tottenham and where Jose Mourinho will end up next season. The self-proclaimed 'Special One' is set to leave Real Madrid this summer, after falling out with the Galacticos board, and appears to be on his way back to west London. read more
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Royle on Moyes to Man United and Rooney's future
Former Everton manager, Joe Royle, casts his eye over the latest goings on at Goodison Park as David Moyes joins the Red Devils. The Toffees chief has agreed to take over the reins from Sir Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford and Royle claims the Premier League champions have picked wisely. read more
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Le Tissier: Wanyama would be a huge addition for...
Former Southampton star, Matt Le Tissier, claims Victor Wanyama, who's been linked to the Saints, would be the perfect summer signing for Mauricio Pochettino's side. read more
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De Zeeuw on Wigan's bid for Premier League safety
Former Wigan captain, Arjan De Zeeuw, looks ahead to the club's fixture against Swansea and told the Breakfast boys that a positive result could inspire the club to stay in the Premier League. The Latics know two victories in their remaining three fixtures, against the Swans, Arsenal and Aston Villa, should see them safe. Roberto Martinez's men picked up three vital points against West Brom on Saturday and will be hoping for a positive result in the crunch tie with the Welsh side. read more
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Sir Ian McGeechan on upcoming British and Irish Lions...
Legendary British and Irish Lions coach Ian McGeechan looks ahead to this summer's tour to Australia. You can listen to exclusive national radio commentary of every single game from the British and Irish Lions tour to Australia only on talkSPORT
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Courtney: Newcastle and Sunderland will both beat...
talkSPORT's north east football expert, Graham Courtney, claims Newcastle and Sunderland will both beat relegation. The pair are perilously placed in the table, with just three points seperating them from Wigan, who occupy the remaining place in the drop zone. The Mackems picked up a point against Stoke City on Monday evening and Courtney, who watched the game for talkSPORT, believes Paolo Di Canio's side have too much quality and will be in the Premier League next season, along with their...
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Michael Gray previews Sunderland's 'huge' game against...
Michael Gray looks ahead to his former club Sunderland's crunch Premier League clash with Stoke on Monday night. The Black Cats are just two points above the relegation zone going into the game at the Stadium of Light and Gray, speaking on the Sports Breakfast, said: "It's going to be a difficult one. Stoke are going to be a bit more relaxed than they were a few weeks ago because they have got to that 40-point mark. They are going to be a dangerous outfit."
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Goodman on Wolves' back-to-back relegations
Former Wolves striker, Don Goodman, reviews the 2-0 defeat to Brighton which sees Dean Saunders' side drop down to League One, after back-to-back relegations. You can listen to the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show every weekday morning from 6-10am only on talkSPORT
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Hirst on Lloris' contribution to Tottenham's top four...
PA sports reporter, Paul Hirst, claims Hugo Lloris has been one of the signings of the season for Andre Villas-Boas's side - after a stunning display during Spurs' 1-0 victory over Southampton. The French goalkeeper was in superb form against the Saints and has become a firm favourite at White Hart Lane following some stunning performances between the sticks. read more
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Evans: Mourinho will have to thank Benitez if he joins...
Roy Evans reckons that Jose Mourinho should thank Rafa Benitez should he take charge at Chelsea in the summer. The Spanish interim boss has endured a tough time at Stamford Bridge earlier this season, but the Blues could end up winning the Europa League and qualifying for the Champions League. And Evans believes that the Portuguese manager will have to show his gratitude to Benitez for the position he will find the club in. read more
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Rob Lee on Newcastle's survival prospects
Rob Lee joined the Breakfast boys on Friday morning to assess Newcastle United's chances of Premier League survival. read more
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David Flitcroft on Barnsley's Championship survival hopes
The Tykes boss joins Alan and Ronnie ahead of their final game of the season as they look to avoid relegation. The former Premier League side currently sit in the drop zone on goal difference and face Huddersfield on Saturday as they look to gain the points they need to stay up. And he praises the mentality of his squad as they fought hard since his appointment as manager in December. He also looks at the race for automatic promotion to the top flight as Watford and Hull battle to finish...
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Southgate backs Aston Villa to survive
Gareth Southgate believes his former club Aston Villa have enough quality to win their battle for Premier League survival. After thrashing Sunderland 6-1 on Monday, Paul Lambert's side are sitting five points ahead of the relegation zone - although 18th-placed Wigan do have a game in hand - with three fixtures left of the season. read more
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Frank Leboeuf welcomes Jose Mourinho's imminent return...
Frank Leboeuf joined the Breakfast boys to reflect on Chelsea's 3-1 win over Basel on Thursday night, which sealed their place in the Europa League final. And the former Blues defender said he will be delighted to see Jose Mourinho back at Stamford Bridge, amid reports the 'Special One' has agreed to take charge of the club for a second time in the summer. read more
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Groves 'frustrated' by Arsenal board's Usmanov snub
Perry Groves tells the Breakfast boys he is baffled why Arsenal's board continue to snub minority shareholder Alisher Usmanov. Usmanov, who owns around one-third of the club, is said to be worth 13.3 billion but has been refused a seat on the board. "The thing that is frustrating for Arsenal fans is he has more money than Roman Abramovich but Arsenal don't want his money," said former Gunners star Groves, ahead of Arsenal's trip to Queens Park Rangers on Saturday.
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Chelsea v Basel: Graham Le Saux previews the Europa...
Graham Le Saux joins the Breakfast boys to look ahead to Chelsea's Europa League semi-final second leg clash with Basel. Rafa Benitez's take a 2-1 lead into Thursday's game at Stamford Bridge and Le Saux is backing his old club to finish off the job and secure a place in the final. read more
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Dave Jones on the final day battle for Championship...
Dave Jones says keeping Sheffield Wednesday in the Championship this season will be a bigger achievement than winning promotion last year. The Owls are just a point above the relegation zone going into their final game of the campaign against Middlesbrough at Hillsborough on Saturday. "If and when we achieve Championship status, for me, it will be a far bigger achievement than what we did last year," Wednesday boss Jones said, speaking on the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show.
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Hunter on Barcelona v Bayern Munich and Mourinho's...
talkSPORT's Spanish football expert, Graham Hunter, joins the Breakfast boys in talkSPORT Towers to cast his eye over the latest La Liga news. Barcelona will be looking to overturn a four goal deficit when they play Bayern Munich in the Champions League semi-final second leg at the Nou Camp on Wednesday night, but Hunter claims the Catalan giants are not fit enough to pull off the astonishing feat. read more
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Campese: British and Irish Lions can't use bulk against...
Former Wallabies winger, David Campese, claims Warren Gatland's side must look to use the ball during summer tour.
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Honigstein: No truth in the 'Moyes to Schalke' rumours
talkSPORT's German football expert, Raf Honigstein, has rubbished suggestions David Moyes is set to take over at Schalke. The Everton boss is set to leave Goodison Park this summer, after failing to agree a new contract, and has been linked with top job in Gelsenkirchen, along with Premier League side Chelsea. But Honigstein, who also spoke about Bayern Munich's Champions League semi-final second leg clash with Barcelona, believes the Scot is not destined for a move to Europe. read more
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Fury on UFC, his win over Cunningham and the prospect of...
Heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury looks back on a massive month as the Manchester born boxer forced a knockout of Steve Cunningham, was challenge to a UFC match and could face David Haye in a bout.
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Gabbiadini: Sessegnon red card a huge blow to Sunderland
Marco Gabbiadini joined Danny Kelly and Ronnie Irani on the Breakfast show to reflect on Sunderland's 6-1 defeat at Aston Villa on Monday night. The Black Cats had Stephane Sessegnon sent off, meaning he will miss the remaining three games of the season, as Paolo Di Canio's side were dragged back into the relegation dogfight. read more
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Little: 'I've always felt Aston Villa are not a...
Brian Little discusses Aston Villa's survival prospects after they secured a stunning 6-1 win over Sunderland on Monday night. A hat-trick from Christian Benteke, plus further goals from Andreas Weimann, Gabby Agbonlahor and Ron Vlaar, earned the win and moved Villa five points clear of the relegation zone. read more
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Pete Jenson previews Real Madrid v Borussia Dortmund
The Independent's Spanish football correspondent, Pete Jenson, joins the Breakfast boys to look ahead to Real Madrid's Champions League clash with Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday night. Jose Mourinho's men are bidding to overturn a three-goal deficit in the second leg of the semi-final tie at the Bernabeu, having lost the first leg in Germany 4-1. read more
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Cueto: Jonny Wilkinson must go on the Lions tour
Mark Cueto joins Danny Kelly and Ronnie Irani on the Breakfast show ahead of the official announcement of the British and Irish Lions squad to tour Australia this summer. Cueto says Jonny Wilkinson should '100 per cent' be in Warren Gatland's party, claiming his former England team-mate is playing some of the best rugby of his career at Toulon, and also backs current England captain Chris Robshaw to be selected. read more
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Curcic: Villa should be fighting for top seven - not...
Sasa Curcic joined Ray Stubbs and Ronnie Irani on the Sports Breakfast on Monday morning and said he was baffled by Aston Villa's struggles this season. Curcic's former club are just two points above the Premier League relegation zone going into the clash with Sunderland at Villa Park on Monday night. read more
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Moxley: Wolves misery sparked by McCarthy sacking
Neil Moxley, the Daily Mail's Midlands football correspondent, says Wolves are paying the price for sacking Mick McCarthy last season and failing to adequately replace him. The Molineux club are on the brink of a second successive relegation, with Dean Saunders' side three points adrift of safety in the Championship with just one game left of the season. "It's been a catalogue of poor decision making that was sparked by the decision to sack Mick McCarthy," said Moxley, speaking on the Sports...
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Bielderman: Beckham did not deserve to be sent off for...
Erik Bielderman, football writer for L'Equipe, says David Beckham did not deserve the red card he was shown during Paris Saint-Germain's win over Evian on Sunday. The former England captain was sent off in stoppage time for a challenge on Youssef Adnane less than ten minutes after coming on as a substitute. "He didn't touch the guy. I think the volatile atmosphere on the field led the referee to overeact," Bielderman said, speaking on the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast.
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Nelson previews Amir Khan's fight with Julio Diaz
Former WBO cruiserweight champion, Johnny Nelson, looks ahead to Amir Khan's fight with Julio Diaz.
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Liam Fray on Man United's 'Not Nineteen Forever' title...
The Courteeners front man, Liam Fray, tells the boys how proud he is the song has become the Red Devils' theme tune for their 20th Premier League trophy.
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Hunt on Wolves' bid for Championship survival
Molineux winger, Stephen Hunt, looks at Wolves' bid for Championship survival.
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Levene reviews Chelsea's 2-1 victory over Basel
Chelsea writer for the Fulham Chronicle, Dan Levene, looks back on the Blues' 2-1 Europa League semi-final first leg victory against Basel. Rafa Benitez's side left it late, but are one step closer to the final, in Amsterdam, after David Luiz's 90th minute free-kick led the west London club to a scrappy win in Switzerland. read more
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Guillem Balague on Champions League misery for Barca and...
Spanish football journalist Guillem Balague reflects on the humiliating Champions League defeats for Barcelona and Real Madrid earlier this week. read more
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Taylor on Suarez's ten game ban for biting
Former chief executive of the Professional Footballers' Association, Gordon Taylor, looks back at a troubling time for Luis Suarez. The Liverpool striker has been handed a ten game ban for his bite on Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic during the Reds' 2-2 Premier League draw with the Blues last Sunday. And Taylor claims the Uruguayan should not have tried to influence the independent judgement committee by insisting that a three-match ban was sufficient. read more
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Sinclair: 'Liverpool can't replace Luis Suarez'
Frank Sinclair joined Alan and Ronnie on the Sports Breakfast to look ahead to Chelsea's Europa League clash with Basel on Thursday night and to reflect on last night's Champions League action, as Borussia Dortmund thrashed Real Madrid 4-1 in the first leg of their semi-final. read more
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Beecroft on Suarez's Liverpool future
talkSPORT's Merseyside correspondent, Graham Beecroft, claims Luis Suarez should stay at Liverpool and show his loyalty following his ten game ban for biting Branislav Ivanovic. The Reds hitman has been linked with a move to Bayern Munich this summer and the FA's punishment, which will see the Uruguayan miss four games this season and six next, could force through a move to Bundesliga champions. read more
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Gibson on Bayern Munich's 4-0 demolition of Barcelona
Sky Sports Spanish football expert, Terry Gibson, looks back on an extraordinary Champions League semi-final first leg clash between Bayern Munich and Barcelona. The Bundesliga champions were simply too much for their Spanish opponents and are now four goals up going into the second leg at the Nou Camp. And Gibson claims that advantage might be too much for the La Liga giants, even when playing in front of their home supporters. You can listen to the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show every...
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Berg on Blackburn and Manchester United's possible...
Ex-Rovers and Red Devils defender, Henning Berg, looks back at the latest goings on with his former clubs including Blackburn's 2-1 victory against Millwall in the Championship and Manchester United's 20th title win. The 43-year-old, who won the Premier League title twice at Old Trafford and once at Ewood Park, also looked at some transfer targets that Sir Alex Ferguson might think about buying during the transfer window, and spoke about Wayne Rooney's future. read more
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Hunter reviews Bayern Munich's 4-0 victory against...
talkSPORT's man in Spain, Graham Hunter, looks back on an extraordinary Champions League semi-final first leg clash between Bayern Munich and Barcelona. The Bundesliga champions were simply too much for their Spanish opponents and are now four goals up going into the second leg at the Nou Camp. And Hunter, who covers La Liga for a number of different publications, claims that advantage will be too much for Tito Vilanova's men to recover from. read more
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Mellor on Gerrard, Suarez and Liverpool
Former Liverpool striker Neil Mellor looks at the latest goings on at Anfield including Steven Gerrard's testimonial and Luis Suarez's bite of Branislav Ivanovic. Reds legend Gerrard has announced he will play Olympiakos, who the Merseyside club beat on their 2005 Champions League run, in a pre-season friendly ahead of next season. While Suarez, who has accepted an FA charge for biting the Chelsea defender, will find out how long he will be banned for in the coming days. read more
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Waugh on the announcement of Australia's Ashes squad
Former Baggy Greens batsman Mark Waugh looks ahead to this summer's series against England.
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Ehiogu on Aston Villa's relegation fight
Former Villans defender, Ugo Ehigou, looks ahead to Aston Villa's desperate fight against Premier League relegation. The Midlands club, who are currently 17th in the table, face a tough fight to stay up this season with Wigan ready to fight tooth and nail to secure their future in the top flight. And Ehigou, who made over 200 league appearances for the Villa Park side, claims Paul Lambert's side need to show their heart if they're to beat the drop down to the Championship. read more
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Harding on Gotze's move to Bayern Munich
Football journalist for the Munich Eye, Jonathan Harding, casts his eye over Mario Gotze's switch to Bayern Munich. The Manchester United target has become one of the hottest properties in European football, following a superb couple of seasons for Borussia Dortmund. Many had expected the 20-year-old to make a move to the Premier League this summer, with the Red Devils desperate for a midfielder of Gotze's quality, but reports from Germany have suggested the Bundesliga champions have agreed...
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McGuinness: Arsenal should give Man United a guard of...
talkSPORT's Manchester correspondent, Dom McGuinness, looks back on the Red Devils' 3-0 victory against Aston Villa at Old Trafford, and subsequent 20th league title. He believes that Arsenal, who sold Robin van Persie to Sir Alex Ferguson's side last summer for 24million, should honour the Red Devils with a 'guard of honour' when the pair meet later this month. You can listen to the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show every weekday morning from 6-10am only on talkSPORT
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Ginola hails AVB after Tottenham's fightback against Man...
David Ginola praised Andre Villas-Boas after his Tottenham side came back from a goal down to beat Manchester City 3-1 on Sunday. Villas-Boas decision to send on Jermain Defoe, Tom Huddlestone and Lewis Holtby turned the game around and kept Spurs top four hopes alive. read more
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McGrath: 'I would have knocked Suarez out!'
Former Manchester United and Aston Villa defender Paul McGrath claims he would have knocked out Luis Suarez - had the Uruguayan had tried to bite his arm during a match. The 26-year-old faces a long ban for the attack on Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic, which took place during the 2-2 Premier League at Anfield on Sunday afternoon. read more
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Friedel on Bale and Tottenham's push for a Champions...
Tottenham goalkeeper Brad Friedel looks ahead to the north London sides bid for a Champions League place next season. Spurs came from behind to beat Manchester City 3-1 at White Hart Lane on Sunday lunchtime, to keep their hopes of finishing in the top four alive. And Friedel told the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show that its all still to play for. read more
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John Collins on Celtic's SPL victory
Former Bhoys star John Collins looks back on a 4-1 win for Neil Lennons side against Inverness CT, a result that sees the Glasgow club pick up their 44th league championship.
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Beecroft: Suarez has shamed Liverpool
talkSPORTs Merseyside correspondent, Graham Beecroft, claims Liverpool striker Luis Suarez has shamed the club. The Uruguayan striker bit Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic during the 2-2 draw between the two clubs on Sunday afternoon. Suarez, 26, has since apologised for his actions and Beecroft believes there were a number of incidents that happened during the match which should be looked at. read more
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David Conn reveals how much of Premier League income is...
David Conns most recent investigation has delved into the amount of the Premier Leagues income is spent on wages during the 2011/12 season. The Guardian journalist joined Alan Brazil and Ronnie Irani to discuss his latest findings. He said: The main thing we highlighted was there was 2.4 billion in income, which was money from TV, high ticket prices and sponsorship. Of that 1.6 billion was paid in wages, the majority of it to the players. read more
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Higginbotham: Stoke City have lost their identity
Danny Higginbotham thinks that Stoke City are battling relegation because they have lost the identity that has kept them in the Premier League for the previous five seasons. The defender, now at Sheffield United, believes that the players in the current squad arent able to play their traditional system. He said: They look like they have lost their identity a little bit and the manager has brought in players who are technically better, but the system is still the same. read more
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Martinez on the FA Cup final kick-off time and Wigan's...
The Latics boss looks at the controversial decision to play their match at 5:15pm on May 11 but he believes that Latics fans should just be happy that their side have made it to the Wembley showpiece. Martinez also discusses their upcoming clash with West Ham United as they look to avoid relegation for the seventh consecutive season. And the Spaniard also looks at the latest news emanating from La Liga as Barcelona and Real Madrid face Bayern Munich and Borussia Dormund in the Champions...
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Beecroft: Benitez won't return to Liverpool under FSG's...
talkSPORTs Merseyside football expert, Graham Beecroft, claims Rafa Benitez wont return to Liverpool under FSGs ownership - but believes the Chelsea interim manager is highly regarded at Anfield. The Spaniard has been linked with a move back to the Reds after admitting he would like to one day return to the club he guided to an extraordinary Champions League win in 2005. You can listen to the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show every weekday morning from 6-10am only on talkSPORT
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F1 2013: Brown claims Bahrain Grand Prix is 'untenable'
Daily Telegraph journalist Oliver Brown believes Bernie Ecclestone needs to re-evaluate the controversial race in Bahrain. You can listen to the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show every weekday morning from 6-10am only on talkSPORT
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Hunter: Mourinho wants to return to Chelsea
Spanish football expert Graham Hunter joined Alan Brazil and Ronnie Irani in the studio on Thursday morning. Hunter discussed Fernando Torres form since joining Chelsea and insisted Cesc Fabregas career at Barcelona has not been a failure. And Hunter claimed Jose Mourinho is set to walk away from Real Madrid in the summer, even if they win the Champions League, and has set his heart on returning to Chelsea as he believes he has unfinished business at Stamford Bridge.
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Dowie: 'Chelsea would be very lucky to have Mourinho...
Iain Dowie joins Alan Brazil and Ronnie Irani on the Breakfast show to discuss the fight for survival in the Premier League, after Wigans defeat to Manchester City left the Latics three points adrift of safety. read more
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Burley: Spurs will miss out on Champions League place
Craig Burley joins the Breakfast boys to reflect on his former club Chelseas win over Fulham on Wednesday night. Two goals from John Terry and a wonder strike from David Luiz earned the Blues a 3-0 victory at Craven Cottage and moved Rafa Benitezs side up to third in the Premier League. read more
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Jackson insists Wigan can survive in the Premier League
Former Wigan captain Matt Jackson says the club have the quality to survive in the Premier League this season. The Latics remain three points adrift of safety following the 1-0 defeat away to Manchester City on Wednesday night - although they do have a game in hand on their relegation rivals. read more
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Jimmy Bullard reveals fears for Wigan
Jimmy Bullard says Wigan are facing a huge challenge to secure Premier League survival this season. Roberto Martinezs side, who reached the FA Cup final with victory over Millwall at the weekend, are three points adrift of safety. read more
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Ramprakash: A break before Ashes may be good for...
Mark Ramprakash reckons a spell on the sidelines may be a blessing in disguise for Kevin Pietersen. The batsman has been ruled out of Englands Test series against New Zealand with a knee injury but should return in time for the Ashes and Ramprakash said: Sometimes you need a complete break and Kevin might come back hungry and rejuvenated.
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Martyn on Everton, Leeds and Hart v Pantilimon
Former Everton, Leeds United and England goalkeeper, Nigel Martyn, looks ahead to the battle for Manchester Citys No.1 shirt for the FA Cup final. Costel Pantilimon has been prefered to the Three Lions shot-stopper for the cup competitions and looks set to keep his shirt for the showpiece event aganist Wigan next month. And, speaking to the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show, Martyn agreed with Roberto Mancinis thought process, saying: I know managers like to give their reserve goalkeeper the...
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Woodcock confident Arsenal will finish in the top four
Tony Woodcock looks ahead to his former club Arsenals crunch meeting with Everton at the Emirates tonight. Both sides are chasing a top four spot in the Premier League and a win for Everton, currently sitting sixth, will move them to within one point of the third-placed Gunners. Woodcock says it is a massive game for Arsene Wengers men but is confident they will go on to secure Champions League qualification, whatever the outcome of Tuesdays clash.
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Beattie backs Stoke to win fight for Premier League...
James Beattie believes former club Stoke will win their battle for Premier League survival. The Potters are only three points above the bottom three following Sundays 2-0 defeat at home to Manchester United and have tasted victory just once in their last 14 matches. read more
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Northumbria police chief on the violence that followed...
Steve Neill, chief superintendent of Northumbria police, joined the Breakfast boys to discuss the violence which followed Sundays Tyne Wear derby. After Sunderlands 3-0 victory over Newcastle at St James Park, a number of arrests were made as a minority of home supporters attacked police and attempted to confront opposing fans. read more
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Royle baffled by Hart's FA Cup semi-final snub
Joe Royle joins Alan and Ronnie on the Breakfast show to reflect on Manchester Citys 2-1 win over Chelsea in their FA Cup semi-final clash on Sunday. Costel Pantilimon justified Roberto Mancinis surprise decision to play him instead of Joe Hart with an impressive performance at Wembley but Royle admits he would not have left the England keeper out if he was in charge of City. read more
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Gray on Newcastle v Sunderland and Blackburn's...
Former Sunderland star, Michael Gray, looks ahead to this weekends Tyne-Wear at St James Park. The Mackems are in desperate need of three points and will be hoping the Magpies Europa League exit to Benfica will play into their hands. read more
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Alan Answers!
Got a problem? Need some helpful advice? Well Alan Brazil might just be the man for you....
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F1 2013: Cass previews the Chinese Grand Prix
Daily Mail journalist, Simon Cass, looks ahead to the third race of the F1 season in Shanghai.
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Jackett: Martinez capable of managing top Premier League...
Millwall manager Kenny Jackett joins the Breakfast boys ahead of his sides FA Cup semi-final against Wigan at Wembley on Saturday. Jackett says he is looking forward to coming up against Latics counterpart Roberto Martinez, who he managed when in charge of Swansea, and claims the Spaniard can go on to boss one of the Premier Leagues top clubs. read more
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Hunter: Falcao to Manchester United makes sense
talkSPORTs man in Spain, Graham Hunter, claims Radamel Falcaos possible move to Manchester United makes sense for both clubs. The Atletico Madrid striker, who is also wanted by Manchester City and Chelsea, has been linked with a 45million switch to Old Trafford. read more
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Palios: No chance fans will obey a minute's silence for...
Ex-FA chief executive Mark Palios claims there is no chance football fans will obey a minutes silence for former Conservative Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher - because she was too divisive. The show of respect had been proposed by Wigan chairman Dave Whelan, along with John Madejski, but has been met with firm resistance from both the FA and the Premier League. And Palios, who formerly worked for the FA, believes the governing bodies have made the right decision to allow clubs to make their...
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Niclas Fasth previews the 77th Masters
European Tour golfer, Niclas Fasth, looks ahead to the first major of the season at Augusta.
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Nathan Cleverly 'craving' fight with Bernard Hopkins
WBO light-heavyweight champion Nathan Cleverly looks ahead to his next fight against Robin Krasniqi at Wembley Arena on April 20. And the Welshman admits he is desperate to take on American veteran Bernard Hopkins if he can successfully negotiate his way past Krasniqi. Thats the one we are gunning for, Cleverly said, speaking on the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast. He is the pinnacle name in the light-heavyweight division so thats the type of fight I crave really.
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Matt Taylor on Allardyce, the Olympic Stadium and West...
West Ham midfielder, Matt Taylor, joins the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show for a look at the latest goings on the Hammers. Among other topics, the Upton Park favourite discusses what its like to work under Sam Allardyce and why the Olympic Stadium will help grow the east London club. You can listen to the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show every morning from 6-10am only on talkSPORT
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Gillespie: No way Benitez will return to Liverpool
Gary Gillespie reckons there is little chance of Rafa Benitez returning to Liverpool. The Spaniard, who will be a free agent in the summer when he leaves his post as Chelseas interim boss, said in an interview this week that he is certain he will have a second spell in charge of the Merseyside club. But former Anfield ace Gillespie, speaking to the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast, said: Theres no way hes going back as Liverpool manager. read more
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Stubbs on Everton, Neville and Moyes' future at the...
Everton coach Alan Stubbs joined the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show to cast his eye over the latest goings on at the Toffees. Among other topics, the former defender talked about Phil Nevilles decision to leave the club at the end of the season, David Moyes future on Merseyside and how the Blues have targeted a place in Europe next season. Moyes contract at Goodison Park comes to an end this summer and, as yet, the Scot is yet to agree a new deal with the club. read more
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Hunter on Malaga, Real Madrid and Barcelona
talkSPORTs man in Spain, Graham Hunter, looks back the Galacticos progression and Manuel Pellegrinis side exit from the Champions League. Hunter, who covers La Liga for a number of different publications, also previewed talkSPORTs live commentary game between Barcelona and PSG, with the tie is finely balanced at 2-2 after a superb first-leg at the Parc de Princes. read more
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David Howell previews the Masters
Former Ryder Cup star David Howell looks ahead to the Masters at Augusta.
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Poll: Should there be a minute's silence this weekend?
The Breakfast boys want your views after Dave Whelan and John Madejski call for the mark of respect following Baroness Margaret Thatchers death.
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Murray: Huddersfield clash a must-win for Wolves
Former Wolves goalkeeper Matt Murray joins the Sports Breakfast boys to discuss his old clubs fight for Championship survival. Dean Saunders side are just a point clear of the relegation zone with five games left of the season and take on Huddersfield, who are are two places below them in the table, at Molineux on Saturday. read more
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Dickov on Man City's 2-1 victory over Manchester United
Former Manchester City striker, Paul Dickov, looks back on the 2-1 victory for the Blues against Manchester United in Monday nights Premier League clash at Old Trafford. A stunning solo goal from second-half substitute Sergio Aguero clinched a dramatic Manchester derby win for Roberto Mancinis men. read more
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McGuinness: Man United will make a number of signings...
talkSPORTs man at the Manchester derby, Dom McGuinness, claims Manchester United will make a number of signings this summer as they go through a transitional period. The Red Devils lost 2-1 to Manchester City on Monday night, but are still 12 points clear at the top of the table and look set to pick up their 20th Premier League title. And McGuinness, who covers the red side of Manchester for talkSPORT, believes Sir Alex Ferguson will have to make a number of signings during the transfer...
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Dave Jones on Sheffield Wednesday's relegation fight
Sheffield Wednesday boss Dave Jones looks back on the Owls 3-2 victory against Blackburn and their battle to stay in the Championship.
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Hatton looks ahead to the Manchester derby
Boxing legend and huge Manchester City fan Ricky Hatton previews Monday nights fixture between Manchester United and Manchester City.
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Le Tissier on Southampton, Rodriguez and the relegation...
Former Southampton star Matt Le Tissier looks back on a 2-0 victory for Mauricio Pochettinos side against Reading. The result leaves the Saints 11th in the Premier League and almost clear of the relegation dogfight. And Le Tissier, who played over 400 league matches for the south coast club during his time at The Dell, believes that one more win should be enough to keep Southampton in the top flight. You can listen to the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show every weekday morning from 6-10am...
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McGrath on Manchester derby and Aston Villa’s relegation...
Former Manchester United and Aston Villa defender, Paul McGrath, looks ahead to tonights Manchester derby and back on Aston Villas 3-1 victory over Stoke. The Villans picked up a vital three points against the Potters on Saturday and are now two points clear of the drop zone. McGrath told the Sports Breakfast: It was a massive result for Aston Villa. We needed it. Were a young side and its such a relief for a great set of fans. read more
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Collomosse: Tottenham fans will be concerned by Spurs'...
Evening Standard journalist Tom Collomosse looks back on the 2-2 draw between Tottenham and Everton - and claims fans will be concerned by Spurs defence. Andre Villas-Boas side had to come from a goal down against the Toffees to secure a point at White Hart Lane on Sunday, a result that kept their Champions League hopes alive. The north London side were without Gareth Bale and Aaron Lennon, who are expected to be fit for the Premier League fixture with Manchester City. read more
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Cork: England right to overlook Prior
Former England cricketer Dominic Cork joins the Breakfast boys to discuss the announcement of the Champions Trophy squad earlier this week. read more
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Pete Jenson reviews Real Madrid's win over Galatasaray
Spain-based journalist Pete Jenson reflects on a comfortable victory for Real Madrid against Galatasaray on Wednesday night. Jose Mourinhos men ran out 3-0 winners in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final clash at the Bernabeu. read more
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Ardiles: It's crucial Tottenham reach the Champions...
Tottenham legend Ossie Ardiles joins the Breakfast boys ahead of the clubs Europa League clash with Basel on Thursday night. Ardiles says he is glad the club are taking the competition seriously but admits he would take finishing in the top four of the Premier League over winning the trophy. Its crucial we are in the Champions League next season. To attract the best players in the world you have to play in the Champions League, said the World Cup winner.
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Brazil and Ginola together at last - The best bits
Enjoy the highlights of radios equivalent of Beauty and the Beast. You can judge for yourselves which is which...!
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Hamann: Bayern Munich have got every chance of winning...
Dietmar Hamann joins Alan Brazil and David Ginola on the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast Show to reflect on his former club Bayern Munichs 2-0 win over Juventus in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final clash and Paris Saint-Germains 2-2 draw with Barcelona in the other tie on Tuesday night. read more
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Hunter: Beckham's inclusion against Barcelona worked for...
Spanish football expert Graham Hunter joins the Breakfast boys to reflect on Barcelonas 2-2 draw with Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final clash. Hunter says David Beckhams surprise inclusion in the PSG starting line-up was an intelligent move by Carlo Ancelotti after the former England captain impressed in a holding midfield role before being replaced on 70 minutes. read more
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Leboeuf: 'Mourinho returning to Chelsea is not a good...
Former Chelsea defender Frank Leboeuf says Jose Mourinho would be making a mistake if he returns to Stamford Bridge. Mourinho is expected to leave Real Madrid at the end of the season and Didier Drogba has backed his former boss to head back to the London club, claiming he has unfinished business with the Blues. But Leboeuf, speaking on the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast, said: Going back to the club where you already coached is not a very good idea, especially when you have been so...
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Courtney: Di Canio wrong to sidestep questions on...
Graham Courtney, talkSPORTs man in the North East, says Paolo Di Canio should not have sidestepped questions about his political views in his first press conference as Sunderland manager. Di Canio refused to discuss whether he holds fascist beliefs as he was unveiled as Martin ONeills successor at the Stadium of Light on Tuesday morning. read more
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O'Hara: Win all our home games and Wolves will be safe
Wolves midfielder Jamie OHara says confidence is back in the side after a run of three straight wins and claims Molineux is the key to the clubs hopes of staying in the Championship. A 3-2 victory over Birmingham on Monday moved the Midlands club up to 18th in the table, one point clear of the relegation zone. It was big win for us, OHara said, speaking on the Sports Breakfast. We have picked up in the last few weeks and the confidence seems to be coming back into the team. We are looking...
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Gallen: I don't think there's any hope for QPR
Kevin Gallen says Queens Park Rangers woeful defensive display against Fulham on Monday night showed exactly why the club are sitting bottom of the Premier League. Harry Redknapp was furious after his side fell three goals behind and a late fightback was not enough as Fulham ran out 3-2 winners at Craven Cottage. read more
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Chelsea v Man United: Nigel Spackman previews the FA Cup...
Nigel Spackman, the former Chelsea midfielder, joins the Sports Breakfast boys to preview the clubs FA Cup quarter-final replay with Manchester United at Stamford Bridge on Monday. Spackman believes the Blues will need misfiring striker Demba Ba to rediscover is best form if they are to beat the Premier League leaders. You have to get someone who can stick the ball in the net up front, he said. It hasnt happened for Fernando Torres and Ba needs to step up to the mark.
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Bennett: 'There won’t be a dull moment with Di Canio at...
Former Black Cats captain Gary Bennett is expecting fireworks at Sunderland following Paolo Di Canios appointment as manager. The fiery Italian has succeeded Martin ONeill, who was sacked on Saturday night following defeat at home to Manchester United, and he now has seven games to secure the clubs Premier League status. And Bennett is expecting him to really shake things up at the Stadium of Light. read more
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Marcotti: Sunderland fans in for an entertaining ride...
Respected Italian football journalist Gab Marcotti says Sunderland fans are in for an entertaining ride with Paolo Di Canio at the helm. Di Canio, the former Juventus, AC Milan and West Ham striker, has replaced Martin ONeill as the struggling Premier League clubs manager on a two-and-a-half year deal. read more
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Ehiogu: Villa's fight for survival will come down to...
Former Aston Villa defender Ugo Ehiogu admits he is worried for the clubs Premier League future after Sundays defeat to Liverpool. With relegation rivals Wigan winning on Saturday, the 2-1 loss at Villa Park has left Paul Lamberts side in the bottom three with seven games left to go. read more
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Courtney on the mixed reaction to Di Canio's Sunderland...
Graham Courtney admits there has been a mixed reaction on Wearside to the sacking of Martin ONeill and the appointment of Paolo Di Canio. Irishman ONeill was axed following a run of eight games without a win, and ex-Swindon boss Di Canio is the man who has been tasked with keeping the Black Cats in the Premier League. Courtney said: Reaction to both decisions has been mixed, but a lot of fans can understand why ONeill has gone. read more
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Michael Gray backs Sunderland for Premier League survival
Michael Gray is tipping Sunderland to win their Premier League survival battle. The Black Cats are just four points above the drop zone and there is growing concern they could slip back into the Championship, but Gray is confident Martin ONeill can steer the side to safety. read more
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Howey on Man City's season and Newcastle's Europa League...
Ex-Manchester City and Newcastle defender, Steve Howey, looks ahead to the Premier League fixture between his two former sides on Saturday. Howey also told the boys about why the Blues have struggled to retain their league title and how important the Europa League is to the Magpies. Alan Pardews side have progressed to the quarter-final stage of the competition where they will face Portuguese giants Benfica. You can listen again to the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show every weekday morning...
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Issott: Managers must be encouraged to play more English...
Crystal Palace academy director Gary Issott says Premier League managers must give more chances to young English players if the national team is to be successful. Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers handed Raheem Sterling his debut at the age of 17 and Issott wants more top-flight managers to be brave enough to blood home-grown talent. read more
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Phillips: Palace have got the right mix to win promotion
Kevin Phillips claims Crystal Palace have the right mix of experience and youth to win promotion to the Premier League but admits nerves are likely to play a huge part in the run-in. The Eagles are sitting fourth in the Championship, just three points off an automatic promotion spot, ahead of their meeting with Birmingham at Selhurst Park on Friday evening. I believe we have got the right mixture in the squad to see it through, said veteran striker Phillips, speaking on the Sports Breakfast....
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Hammond on Adkins' appointment as Reading boss
Reading director of football, Nick Hammond, casts his eye over the latest from the Mad Stad after the Royals decsion to appoint Nigel Adkins as their new boss. read more
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McCann reviews Scotland's 2-0 defeat to Serbia
Former Tartan Army winger Neil McCann looks back on the match as Scotland lose all hope of qualifying for Brazil 2014 following their 2-0 defeat to Serbia.
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Kerr reviews Ireland's 2-2 draw with Austria
Former Boys in Green manager Brian Kerr looks back on the World Cup qualifier between the Republic of Ireland and Austria at the Aviva Stadium.
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Picture: After 20mins with Moose, Moore finally cracks
Check out what the former England hooker did next...
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Cross: Vucinic had a field day in the second half...
Daily Mirror journalist John Cross claims Mirko Vucinic, who has been linked to Liverpool and Man City, was superb during Montenegros 1-1 draw with England. The Juventus star impressed throughout the second half of the game in Podgorica and Cross, who was in Eastern Europe for the match, claims Roy Hodgsons defence struggled to deal with the 29-year-old. You can listen to the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show every weekday morning from 6-10am only on talkSPORT
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Palmer on England's 1-1 draw with Montenegro
Former Three Lions midfielder looks back on the World Cup qualifier between Montenegro and England in Podgorica. Roy Hodgsons men could only manage a 1-1 draw against the Brave Falcons during the Group H clash, leaving their hopes of qualification for Brazil 2014 in the balance. The visitors had Wayne Rooney to thank for their goal but a scrappy Dejan Damjanovic poke home drew the home side level, and maintained their two point lead at the top of the table. read more
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Stewart on England's draw with New Zealand and...
Former Three Lions wicketkeeper-batsman and huge Blues fan, Alec Stewart, casts his eye over Third, and final, Test between England and New Zealand. Andy Flowers side managed a remarkable draw against the Black Caps in Auckland, following their poor batting display in the first innings, and had to rely on Matt Priors unbeaten 110no to save the game. You can listen to the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show every weekday morning from 6-10am only on talkSPORT
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Reid previews Ireland's World Cup qualifier against...
Former Boys in Green defender Steven Reid looks ahead to Tuesdays fixture at the Aviva Stadium.
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Lamb on England's stunning Third Test draw against New...
Former Three Lions star, Allan Lamb, looks back on the final Test between England and New Zealand as Andy Flowers side pull off a remarkable draw against the Black Caps.
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Beardsley previews Montenegro v England
Former England striker Peter Beardsley looks ahead to the World Cup qualifier between England and Montenegro in Podgorica. The Three Lions are two points behind the Brave Falcons in Group H ahead of the crunch tie and Beardsley, who played 59 times for his country, expects Roy Hodgsons side to make a huge impression over the Eastern Europeans. You can listen to the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show every weekday morning from 6-10am only on talkSPORT.
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Croft: England face almost certain defeat against New...
Former Three Lions spinner, Robert Croft, claims Andy Flowers men face an uphill battle in the Third, and final, Test against New Zealand. Andy Flowers side are currently 90-4 chasing 481 to win.
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McLeish on Scotland, Sturrock and Rangers in the Premier...
Former Tartan Army boss, Alex McLeish, looks back on the 2-1 defeat to Wales and tells the boys his thoughts on Gers playing in England. Chris Colemans side came from a goal down to beat Scotland on Friday night at Hampden Park as Gordon Strachans quest for a place at Brazil 2014 took a serious blow. News has also emerged from north of the border that Rangers chief executive Charles Green is desperate to bring the Gers into the Premier League, and McLeish told the Breakfast boys his thoughts...
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F1 2013: Jardine on Red Bull's civil war between Vettel...
Top motor racing expert, Tony Jardine, talks the Breakfast boys through the drama at the Malaysian Grand Prix.
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Shay Given on Ireland's trip to Sweden and Villa's fight...
Shay Given says the Republic of Ireland must produce a positive result against Sweden in Stockholm on Friday night, with Giovanni Trapattonis side a point behind the second-placed Swedes in World Cup qualifying Group C. Its a massive game. Its a game we must not lose, said Given, capped 125 times for Ireland. Given also talks Aston Villa and says he expects the clubs fight for Premier League survival to go right to the wire.
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Richard Scudamore on the Premier League, parachute...
Premier League chief executive Richard Scudamore joined the Breakfast boys on Thursday morning to discuss the release of the Creating Chances 2012 report. Scudamore also defended the increase of parachute payments for clubs relegated from the top-flight, insisting it does not make it unfair for other Championship sides. And he reiterated his oppostion to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar being held in the winter amid concerns the heat will be too extreme in the summer.
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Parlour: If I was Szczesny, I would be fuming at my...
Ray Parlour says he would be fuming at his father if he was Wojciech Szczesny, after the Arsenal stars dad blasted Arsene Wenger. Maciej Szczesny has accused Wenger of making his son a scapegoat for the clubs disappointing form this season and claimed the Gunners boss forced the Polish keeper to play when he was injured. read more
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Gallacher on Blackburn's decision to dismiss Appleton
Former Blackburn star Kevin Gallacher joins the Breakfast boys to give his reaction to the clubs decision to dismiss Michael Appleton. Appleton is the third manager to leave Ewood Park this season, following Steve Kean and Henning Berg out the door, and lasted just 67 days at the helm. read more
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Palios: McManaman incident has given FA food for thought
Mark Palios, the former chief executive of the Football Association, says the governing body need to consider overhauling their disciplinary process after Wigan forward Callum McManaman escaped punishment for a horror tackle on Newcastles Massadio Haidara. read more
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Hughton: Draw with Sunderland was a massive point for...
Norwich City manager Chris Hughton joined the Breakfast boys on Tuesday morning to reflect on his sides 1-1 draw at Sunderland. The Canaries are sitting 12th the Premier League, seven points clear of the relegation zone, with eight games left of the season, after holding out for a point at the Stadium of Light despite having goalkeeper Mark Bunn sent off. read more
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Dean Kiely on Ben Foster's England return
West Brom goalkeeping coach Dean Kiely says he is delighted to see Ben Foster back in the England squad. Baggies number one Foster has been recalled by Roy Hodgson for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against San Marino and Montenegro, ending a self-imposed two-year exile. read more
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Royle: All over the pitch Everton were better than Man...
Former Everton and Manchester City manager Joe Royle reflects on Sundays Premier League clash between his old clubs. read more
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O'Hara: Wolves fans need to get behind players
Jamie OHara admits confidence is low at Wolves with the club fighting to avoid a second successive relegation and says the players need the fans backing to inspire them. The Molineux club are sitting second from bottom in the Championship, despite Saturdays 2-1 victory over Bristol City. And OHara, speaking on the Sports Breakfast, said: We need to stick together as a club. The fans need to get behind us, especially at home because our from has been terrible. We just need to believe we can...
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McGrath: England need Rio Ferdinand
Paul McGrath joined the Breakfast boys on Monday morning to look back on all the weekends Premier League action. McGrath said Aston Villas 3-2 victory over Queens Park Rangers, which leaves Paul Lamberts side three points clear of the Premier League relegation zone, was a massive result for his former club. The Northern Irishman also welcomed Rio Ferdinands recall to the England squad and discussed whether the veteran Manchester United defender can cope with the demands of club and...
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F1 2013: John Watson reviews the Australian Grand Prix
John Watson, the British former F1 driver, reflects on Sundays Australian Grand Prix, with the opening race of the season won by Kimi Raikkonen.
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Mark Cueto on England's Six Nations decider against Wales
Sale winger Mark Cueto joins the Breakfast boys to preview Englands Six Nations decider against Wales. England can secure a first Grand Slam since 2003 with victory at the Millennium Stadium, while a Welsh win by eight points would see them snatch the title. Cueto, capped 55 times for England, says a strong start is vital for Stuart Lancasters side but insists the vast experience in Wales side may not necessarily be a huge benefit for the hosts. read more
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Ian Taylor on Aston Villa's 'massive' clash with QPR
Aston Villa legend Ian Taylor joins the Breakfast boys to look ahead to his former clubs massive clash with Queens Park Rangers. Paul Lamberts Villa side are sitting 17th in the Premier League, three points clear of the relegation zone, while QPR are bottom of the table and four points adrift of safety. Its massive. Both teams, having won last week, will have that extra bit of confidence. It bodes well for a big match, said Taylor.
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Alan Answers!
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Edwards: Jones is a big loss for Wales
Welsh rugby legend, Gareth Edwards, joins the boys to look ahead to the crunch Six Nations fixture against England this Saturday. He told Alan and Ronnie that Ryan Jones, who some had touted as a British and Irish Lions contender, is a big loss for Rob Howleys side but they have an adequate replacement in Sam Warburton. You can listen to the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show every weekday morning from 6-10am only on talkSPORT
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Key: Pietersen can take game away from New Zealand
Former Three Lions batsman, Rob Key, claims Kevin Pietersen has the skill set to dominate New Zealand during the Second Test between the two sides. Andy Flowers side are currently 267-2 with both Jonathan Trott and Nick Compton scoring centuries. Pietersen is at the crease on 18 and will be looking to improve his score, after failing to make an impression in the First Test. You can listen to the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show every morning from 6-10am only on talkSPORT
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Le Saux previews Chelsea's Europa League tie with Steaua...
Former Chelsea defender, Graeme Le Saux, looks ahead to Thursday nights Europa League fixture between the Blues and Steaua Bucharest. Rafa Benitezs side are 1-0 down from the first leg in Romania and will be looking for an improved performance to impress the Stamford Bridge faithful. And Le Saux, who played over 400 times for the west London club, claims they should have enough to progress through to the quarter-final stage. You can listen to the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show every...
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Winterburn reviews Arsenal's 2-0 victory over Bayern...
Former Arsenal defender Nigel Winterburn looks back on the Gunners victory, but ultimate Champions League exit, against Bayern Munich. The north London side beat the Bundesliga giants 2-0 at the Allianz Arena, but have exited the competition on away goals. read more
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Le Tissier: I'd be surprised if Arsenal finish in the...
Matt Le Tissier joins the Breakfast boys to talk Cheltenham, Southamptons bid for survival and Arsenals Champions League hopes. The former England star says he is surprised by reports Arsenal will rest a number of key men against Bayern Munich on Wednesday night, as they bid to overturn a 3-1 deficit in the second leg of the Champions League last 16 tie, and also admits he cant see Arsene Wengers side qualifying for next years competition.
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Hunter: No team can live with Barcelona tempo
Spanish football expert Graham Hunter reflects on a stunning display from Barcelona against AC Milan in the Champions League last 16 on Tuesday night. Barcelona made history with the 4-0 victory at the Nou Camp by becoming the first side to overturn a two-goal first-leg deficit without the benefit of an away goal. read more
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'Lend me your beers'! Brian Moore inspires the nation
Are you in need of motivation? Have you got a big meeting with your boss? Showdown talks with your girlfriend / boyfriend? Or just cant get out of bed? Let Brian Moore inspire you....
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Moody: Grand Slam win would be 'epic' for England
Former England captain Lewis Moody looks ahead to the Red Roses crunch Six Nations tie with Wales at the Millennium Stadium. A win for Stuart Lancasters side would see them complete a historic Grand Slam, but the Red Dragons know a seven point win would see them handed the championship.
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Barnes reviews Liverpool’s 3-2 victory over Tottenham
Former Liverpool star John Barnes looks back on the Reds 3-2 Premier League victory over Tottenham. Goals from Luis Suarez, Stewart Downing and Steven Gerrard handed the Merseyside club all three points against Spurs, as they continue their quest for a Champions League place. read more
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McGuinness: Rooney was shown support by Man United crowd
talkSPORTs north west reporter Dom McGuinness claims Wayne Rooney will be lifted by reception shown by Old Trafford faithful during the Red Devils 2-2 FA Cup draw with Chelsea. The United striker was left out of the 2-1 defeat to Real Madrid last Tuesday evening, fueling speculation that he could be set for a summer move away from the club. read more
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Houghton on Liverpool's top-four bid
Former Reds midfielder and talkSPORT pundit, Ray Houghton, claims Liverpool have a real chance of finishing in the top-four following their 3-2 Premier League victory over high-flying Tottenham. Goals from Luis Suarez, Stewart Downing and Steven Gerrard handed the Merseyside club all three points against Spurs. read more
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Video: Jimmy Bullard's funniest faces
The former Hull City and Fulham midfielder mucks about while filming for Sky Sports.
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Alan Answers!
Got a question? Need answers? Well look no further....
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Ginola on Bale, Spurs and the race for the Champions...
Former Tottenham star David Ginola has hailed his old clubs current form and feels they can beat anyone right now. read more
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Shane Williams on the Six Nations and the Lions
The Welsh wing wizard looks ahead to the conclusion of the Six Nations and an exciting tour of Australia
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Ray Winstone on West Ham, the Olympic Stadium and his...
Ray Winstone joined Alan and Ronnie on the Breakfast show on Friday and discussed his beloved West Ham, as well as his hugely successful film career.
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Collomosse: Bale doesn't need to keep diving
London Evening Standard reporter Tom Collomosse reflects on Tottenhams superb 3-0 victory over Inter Milan in the first leg of their last-16 Europa League tie. Gareth Bale was again on the scoresheet, taking his tally to ten goals in eight games, but was booked for diving for a fourth time this season, ruling the Welshman out of the return leg at the San Siro. read more
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Nixon: England look undercooked against New Zealand
Ex-England wicketkeeper Paul Nixon reflects on another disappointing day for the Test side in New Zealand, as Hamish Rutherford hit an unbeaten 177 to put the hosts in full control of the First Test.
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Harmison on New Zealand v England, the Ashes and his...
Former Three Lions bowler, Steve Harmison, looks back on day two of the First Test between New Zealand and England. Andy Flowers side collapsed to 167 all-out before seeing the Black Caps progress to 131-0 in their first innings. The Durham star went on to talk about his love of Newcastle United and previewed their Europa League tie with Anzhi Makhachkala on Thursday night. You can listen to the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show every weekday morning from 6-10am only on talkSPORT
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Peter Grant on Celtic’s Champions League exit and Neil...
Peter Grant, the former Celtic midfielder and coach, joined the Breakfast boys to reflect on the clubs Champions League exit. Celtic suffered a 2-0 defeat to Juventus in Turin on Wednesday night, which sealed a 5-0 aggregate victory for the Italian side, but Grant insist the players can be proud of their efforts in reaching the last 16. And he also says he does not expect Neil Lennon to leave Celtic for an English club any time soon.
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Pringle: England weren't prepared to put the work in...
Former England cricketer Derek Pringle says Alastair Cook and his fellow batsmen were not prepared to put the work in to get runs after a woeful performance against New Zealand in their first innings of the First Test in Dunedin.
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Palmeri: Spurs facing Inter Milan at the best possible...
Tancredi Palmeri, talkSPORTs man in Italy, says Inter Milan are not at their strongest going into Thursday nights Europa League clash with Tottenham. The Serie A giants head to White Hart Lane carrying a number of injuries and rocked by recent reports of a bust-up between star man Antonio Cassano and manager Andrea Stramaccioni. Palmeri, speaking on the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast, said: There is not a better moment for Tottenham to meet Inter. They have many injuries in their squad, like...
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James Robson: It could be the end for Rooney at Man...
Manchester Evening News reporter James Robson admits this could be the beginning of the end for Wayne Rooney at Manchester United. The talismanic striker was left out of the starting line-up for the second leg of the Champions League clash against Real Madrid, fuelling speculation Sir Alex Ferguson might allow him to leave this summer. And Robson feels that could be the case, particularly as the Scot has previous history of selling big name stars when he feels their best days are behind...
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Perez: Mourinho wanted to flatter Man United with...
Chief football correspondent for talkSPORT Live, Begona Perez, claims Jose Mourinho was trying to impress Manchester United by claiming the best team didnt win as the Red Devils crashed out of the Champions League. read more
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Poll: Will Wayne Rooney be at Manchester United next...
After Paul McGrath claimed the Red Devils strikers future at Old Trafford is in doubt, the Breakfast boys want your opinion.
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Hunter: Man United face a sharper, fitter, more...
Spain-based journalist Graham Hunter tells the Breakfast boys Manchester United will be facing a much-improved Real Madrid at Old Trafford on Tuesday night. United earned a 1-1 draw with the La Liga giants in the first leg of the Champions League last 16 tie at the Bernabeu last month but Jose Mourinhos men have since gone on to beat the mighty Barcelona twice. read more
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Mark Ramprakash on England's Test series with New Zealand
Mark Ramprakash joins the Breakfast boys ahead of the start of Englands three-match Test series against New Zealand and backs Alastair Cooks side to be too strong for the host team.
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Manchester United v Real Madrid: Mark Bosnich previews...
Mark Bosnich, the former Manchester United goalkeeper, joined the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast boys to look ahead to the clubs Champions League last 16 decider against Real Madrid on Tuesday night. The match at Old Trafford is evenly poised after a 1-1 first-leg draw in Madrid last month and Bosnich said how well United cope with Reals counter-attacking threat will decide the outcome. read more
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The Fonz joins the Breakfast boys in the studio
Legendary actor Henry Winkler, most famous for his role as Fonzie in hit American sitcom Happy Days, popped into talkSPORT Towers on Monday morning for a chat with Alan and Ronnie.
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Groves: Arsenal are asking too much of Wilshere
Perry Groves reflects on his former club Arsenals defeat to north London rivals Tottenham on Sunday. The Gunners are in real danger of missing out on Champions League qualification, with Arsene Wengers side five points behind fourth-placed Chelsea with ten games to go. read more
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Gallen: QPR have enough winnable games to beat the drop
Kevin Gallen believes Queens Park Rangers have a real chance to move out of the Premier League relegation zone. The Hoops defeated Southampton 2-1 on Saturday to move to within four points of safety with ten games of the season to go. The next month of games are all winnable games for QPR, said Gallen. The only tough one coming up would be Everton so these are the games we need to pick up the points in, starting again against Sunderland on Saturday.
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Pallister: 'Giggs is a freak of nature'
Former Manchester United defender, Gary Pallister, claims Ryan Giggs is a freak of nature. The Red Devils flyer is set to play his 1000th game for the club against Norwich in Saturdays Premier League fixture, and has recently signed a new one-year contract extension at Old Trafford, which will see him stay until the end of the 2013-14 season. read more
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Johnson: Chelsea are in talks with Mourinho
Evening Standard journalist, Simon Johnson, claims Chelsea are in talks with Jose Mourinho about the top job at Stamford Bridge. Rafa Benitez launched an astonishing outburst after the Blues 2-0 FA Cup win at Middlesbrough on Wednesday night, when he lashed out at fans behaviour and the fact he was named interim coach. And Johnson believes the Spaniard is upset he is not being given a fair chance in west London, because the club are already in negotiations with their former boss. read more
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Jenson casts doubts over Benitez's move to Real Madrid
The Independents man in Spain, Pete Jenson, claims Rafa Benitez isnt the favourite to replace Jose Mourinho at Bernabeu. Reports from La Liga had suggested the Blues chief could be on his way to Spain at the end of the season, when his temporary contract runs out at Stamford Bridge. But Jenson claims Galacticos president Florentino Perez would be reticent to pin his re-election hopes on the Spaniard. You can listen to the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show every weekday morning from 6-10am...
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Jacobs: Mourinho has to replace Benitez at Chelsea
talkSPORT legend, one half of HJ and passionate Chelsea fan Andy Jacobs claims former boss Jose Mourinho has to replace Rafa Benitez at Stamford Bridge. The Spaniard is on his way out of the west London club after criticising the behaviour of some fans during his reign as interim manager. And Jacobs believes ex-chief Mourinho is the perfect man to start the rebuild job at Chelsea. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every weekday afternoon from 1-4pm only on talkSPORT
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Martinez on Wigan v Liverpool and Benitez's Chelsea...
Wigan Athletic boss Roberto Martinez looks ahead to talkSPORTs live Premier League commentary game on Saturday afternoon between the Latics and Liverpool. Among other topics the Spaniard also spoke about Rafa Benitezs situation at Chelsea and told the boys that he had never faced a fans backlash like the Blues interim boss has since taking over the reins in west London from Roberto Di Matteo. You can listen to live exclusive national radio commentary of Wigan v Liverpool from 5:30pm only on...
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Courtney: Torres' performance against Middlesbrough was...
talkSPORTs man in the north east, Graham Courtney, claims Chelsea striker Fernando Torres didnt look like a Premier League player during FA Cup tie against Middlesbrough. The Blues saw off the Championship side 2-0 at the Riverside but Courtney has slammed the Spaniards showing, claiming the former Liverpool man was appalling. read more
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Mendieta backs Bale to take La Liga by storm
Former Barcelona star, Gaizka Mendieta, claims Tottenham star Gareth Bale would be a hit at Real Madrid. The Spurs flyer looks set to leave White Hart Lane this summer, after a number of stunning performances for Andre Villas-Boas side, and is set for a switch to the Spanish side. Mendieta told the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show: Hes technically good enough to play for Real Madrid, he would do very well. Hes got the pace. It would make Real Madrid so strong to have him and Cristiano...
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Hunter: Real Madrid are finding their form at the right...
talkSPORTs Spanish football expert, Graham Hunter, claims Real Madrid are finding their form at the right time and Manchester United will face a different beast in their Champions League last-16 second leg clash. The Galacticos secured their place in the Copa Del Rey final after seeing off Barcelona 3-1 at the Nou Camp, and Hunter, who covers La Liga for talkSPORT, believes that performance will give Jose Mourinhos side a huge boost ahead of the Old Trafford clash. read more
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Beecroft: Jelavic looks a shadow of the player Everton...
talkSPORTs Merseyside correspondent, Graham Beecroft, claims striker Nikica Jelavic is a shadow of the player that Everton bought - and needs to start scoring more goals. The Croatia hitman has failed score since the 5-1 victory over Cheltenham at the start of 2013, and cut a forlorn figure up front during the 3-1 FA Cup fifth round replay win for David Moyes side against Oldham. And Beecroft, who covers the region for talkSPORT, believes the 27-year-old must start to earn his wage at...
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Gregg Wallace visits Breakfast
Masterchef judge and huge rugby fan, Gregg Wallace, joins the boys in talkSPORT Towers for a chat.
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Van der Kraan: McClaren leaving Twente is a joke
talkSPORTs Dutch football correspondent, Marcel van der Kraan, claims former England boss Steve McClaren deserved more time at Twente - following his sacking on Tuesday morning. The 51-year-old, who was in his second spell in charge at the Stadium De Grolsch Veste, said in a statement: After the defeat to Heerenveen on Saturday, I met the President on Sunday. We tried to find a solution to the difficult period the team has endured over the last four weeks. read more
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