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Posted by: Rivaldo Mar 23 2006, 11:20 AM

I think our magician of the ball will be the best player of the world nezt 3-4 years.
I belive in it. He is great player now, but he has great ambitions. He is very talanted boy.

Kaka' e il cuorre delle Milano king.gif

Posted by: RD.X Mar 25 2006, 02:05 AM

QUOTE (Rivaldo @ Mar 23 2006, 03:50 PM)
I think our magician of the ball will be the best player of the world nezt 3-4 years.
I belive in it. He is great player now, but he has great ambitions. He is very talanted boy.

Kaka' e il cuorre delle Milano king.gif
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Yup, ur right.
KaKa' will get better than Ronaldinho! smile.gif

Or wait, isn't he already...

Posted by: KillerMax Mar 25 2006, 09:27 AM

QUOTE (RD.X @ Mar 24 2006, 07:05 PM)
Yup, ur right.
KaKa' will get better than Ronaldinho! smile.gif

Or wait, isn't he already...
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Oh come on............. Even Kaka himself admits Ronaldinho is the best player in the world....
Be realistic my friend. wink.gif

Posted by: dst Mar 25 2006, 07:51 PM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Mar 25 2006, 10:27 AM)
Oh come on............. Even Kaka himself admits Ronaldinho is the best player in the world....
Be realistic my friend. wink.gif
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what did you expect him to say??
"I'm the best in the world"???that won't happen..
You might say I'm biased but I think Kaka's game is more substansial!!!
if you judge a footballer as an entertainer too then yes, Ronaldinho is a better footballer...I don't!!!and I ofcourse like Ronaldinho a lot and would like to see him in Milan (I also believe that this will happen but that's a different story...) smile.gif

Posted by: Rivaldo Mar 25 2006, 09:50 PM

A asked Scheva and he answered that Kaka' is really shy young man

Posted by: dst Mar 27 2006, 09:15 AM

QUOTE (Rivaldo @ Mar 25 2006, 10:50 PM)
A asked Scheva and he answered that Kaka' is really shy young man
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who is A???? biggrin.gif tongue.gif

Posted by: GULLIVER Mar 27 2006, 10:25 AM

QUOTE (dst @ Mar 25 2006, 10:51 PM)
what did you expect him to say??
"I'm the best in the world"???that won't happen..
You might say I'm biased but I think Kaka's game is more substansial!!!
if you judge a footballer as an entertainer too then yes, Ronaldinho is a better footballer...I don't!!!and I ofcourse like Ronaldinho a lot and would like to see him in Milan (I also believe that this will happen but that's a different story...) smile.gif
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My friend, only not Ronaldinho in Milan, everybody you would like, EVERYBODY but not Ronaldinho. He will destroy Milan's game that I love. He will make it a theater. He will be the MAN mad.gif in the field, as in Barca.

You said very correctly "Kaka is more substansia" and that's what we need.

Thanks

Posted by: Rivaldo Mar 27 2006, 02:47 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Mar 27 2006, 09:15 AM)
who is A???? biggrin.gif  tongue.gif
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I.....I......I....I king.gif devilsmiley.gif

Posted by: dst Mar 27 2006, 05:31 PM

QUOTE (GULLIVER @ Mar 27 2006, 11:25 AM)
My friend, only not Ronaldinho in Milan, everybody you would like, EVERYBODY but not Ronaldinho. He will destroy Milan's game that I love. He will make it a theater. He will be the MAN  mad.gif in the field, as in Barca.
You said very correctly "Kaka is more substansia" and that's what we need.
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I agree that this is what we need!!
about Ronaldinho..I don't care if he'll come or not
but I don't think he would destroy our game (youve put me in thoughts though) as he will be more mature in 5 years..also about the MAN thing, I think the MAN is chosen by the fans and I believe we Rossoneri wouldn't choose Ronaldinho over Kaka,Nesta or anyone else in the team..nonetheless with all the hype surrounding him ( mad.gif I'm saying again that in my opinion Kaka is a better footballer mad.gif ) you got me all worried so I agree that this is a risk not worh taken!!a man controlling our game is not something I want to see but on the other hand..could it be that we are over-reacting??? wacko.gif wacko.gif I'm confused...

Posted by: Nova Mar 27 2006, 06:28 PM

Kaka is more a complete player then ronaldinho. Ronaldinho has the best fancy ball skills , but once again , that doesnt win you tournaments .

Posted by: milanezos7 Mar 27 2006, 09:55 PM

I agree with you(nova).Kaka is too young but you can find in him a lot of experience wink.gif .Ricky is the fastest player with the ball king.gif .I think that there are many Greeks who love MILANara like us.i hate Dopentus mad.gif

Posted by: dst Mar 27 2006, 10:03 PM

QUOTE (milanezos7 @ Mar 27 2006, 10:55 PM)
I agree with you(nova).Kaka is too young but you can find in him a lot of experience wink.gif .Ricky is the fastest player with the ball king.gif .I think that there are many Greeks who love MILANara like us.i hate Dopentus mad.gif
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???didn't get what you mean!!...are you Greek??? unsure.gif

Posted by: milanezos7 Mar 27 2006, 10:06 PM

Yes i am Greek.Where are you from; wink.gif

Posted by: Nova Mar 27 2006, 11:41 PM

QUOTE (milanezos7 @ Mar 27 2006, 10:06 PM)
Yes i am Greek.Where are you from; wink.gif
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He's from Athens cool.gif

Posted by: milan00047 Mar 28 2006, 06:29 AM

QUOTE (Nova @ Mar 27 2006, 10:58 PM)
Kaka is more a complete player then ronaldinho. Ronaldinho has the best fancy ball skills , but once again , that doesnt win you tournaments .
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Exactly Kaka has won us crucial games like Schalke, Juventus and Fenerbahce.

Posted by: GULLIVER Mar 28 2006, 10:04 AM

QUOTE (dst @ Mar 27 2006, 08:31 PM)
I agree that this is what we need!!
about Ronaldinho..I don't care if he'll come or not
but I don't think he would destroy our game (youve put me in thoughts though) as he will be more mature in 5 years..also about the MAN thing, I think the MAN is chosen by the fans and I believe we Rossoneri wouldn't choose Ronaldinho over Kaka,Nesta or anyone else in the team..nonetheless with all the hype surrounding him ( mad.gif I'm saying again that in my opinion Kaka is a better footballer  mad.gif ) you got me all worried so I agree that this is a risk not worh taken!!a man controlling our game is not something I want to see but on the other hand..could it be that we are over-reacting??? wacko.gif  wacko.gif I'm confused...
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I don't understand what you mean by saying more mature!!! . More balanced or more of a team player?? unsure.gif . I think he doesn't need to do that, he'll lose all the beauty of his game!!!.
About us - the Rossoneri, why we need such an expensive and really individual player in our team, if we are not going to love his game and he is not going to become a real Rossoneri like Sheve, Kaka or Pirlo or etc. king.gif You're right - that's the risk not worth to be taken devilsmiley.gif .

And no, we are not overreacting. Did you see last game of Barca. They couldn't score even a goal laugh.gif without Ronaldinho.

If we win CL this year. Kaka will be recognized the best player in the Europe!!! devilsmiley.gif tongue.gif

Posted by: dst Mar 28 2006, 11:22 AM

QUOTE (GULLIVER @ Mar 28 2006, 11:04 AM)
And no, we are not overreacting. Did you see last game of Barca. They couldn't score even a goal laugh.gif without Ronaldinho.
If we win CL this year. Kaka will be recognized the best player in the Europe!!! devilsmiley.gif  tongue.gif
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Actually I was thinking about it last night..Barca was pathetic playing Malaga (a team probably already relegated) and one player's absence deprived them of the three points
in a goalless encounter...they have become totally conditioned by Ronaldinho and
that's too bad for them...even if Milan could avoid being controlled by him (because of the presence of other players that is) we both correctly said that it's not a risk worth taken.at last but not least I think that Kaka's development as a player would also be slowed down..
as for Kaka, you wrote it very nicely..he will only be recognised cause in my mind he is the best player in the world king.gif smile.gif

Posted by: GULLIVER Mar 28 2006, 11:47 AM

QUOTE (dst @ Mar 28 2006, 02:22 PM)
Actually I was thinking about it last night..Barca was pathetic playing Malaga (a team probably already relegated) and one player's absence deprived them of the three points
in a goalless encounter...they have become totally conditioned by Ronaldinho and 
that's too bad for them...even if Milan could avoid being controlled by him (because of the presence of other players that is) we both correctly said that it's not a risk worth taken.at last but not least I think that Kaka's development as a player would also be slowed down..
as for Kaka, you wrote it very nicely..he will only be recognised cause in my mind he is the best player in the world king.gif  smile.gif
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Right, you are absolutly right!!!. smile.gif
And Kaka IS the best player!!! biggrin.gif

Posted by: milanezos7 Mar 29 2006, 04:44 PM

How many greeks are in this forum?Nova i saw your photos. mad.gif I want to give me your e-mail or your phone's number to speak.DSt i want this for you too.

Posted by: Rivaldo Mar 29 2006, 05:11 PM

OFFTOPIC devil.gif devilsmiley.gif devil.gif devilsmiley.gif mad.gif

Posted by: mallamkay Apr 16 2006, 08:36 PM

there was an interview i watched recently, Deschamps was told to rate the two of them. he rated Kaka as the better PLAYMAKER and Ronaldinho as the better attacker. Personally, i would also rate Kaka the better attacker considering the amount of goals he scores with 3 world class strickers in front of him whereas Ronaldinho does most of the scoring for his club as evident in this years CL.

Posted by: sheva___kaka Apr 21 2006, 12:46 PM

hy iam from romania and i am a big big bigggggg fan of ac milan. i hope i can make some friends here because we have the same pasion THE LOVE FOR ROSSONERI. I am 22 years old and i am with this team like forever. It is a family tradition.... me and me father share the same dream this year.... to see Milan champions of europe..... I know that we can beat Barca at Camp Nou so.....let's stay close and enjoy it!!!!!! FORTZA MILAN

Posted by: drizzt Apr 22 2006, 05:38 AM

QUOTE (sheva___kaka @ Apr 21 2006, 11:46 AM)
hy iam from romania and i am a big big bigggggg fan  of ac milan. i hope i can make some friends here because we have the same pasion  THE LOVE FOR  ROSSONERI. I am 22 years old and i am with this team like forever. It is a family tradition.... me and me father share the same dream this year.... to see Milan champions of europe..... I know that we can beat Barca at Camp Nou so.....let's stay close and enjoy it!!!!!!  FORTZA MILAN
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welcome to milanfan sheva___kaka! biggrin.gif

Posted by: milan00047 Jun 19 2006, 05:32 AM

Kaka is a superb talent.
He has been the most impressive player so far in the Brazilian side.
and the irony is that everyone will be saying after these perfomances that he is playing for the wrong club side. They willstart saying that he is playing in a defensive lineup.
All Brazilians and dirty Englishmen will say that.
And may be who knows he might be himself moving after the world cup.
And one reason for that is he has no support now that Sheva has left.
So we need some quality players to support him at Milan.

This was the same situation with Henry.But he had team spirit and stayed at Arsenal.

Posted by: KillerMax Jun 19 2006, 07:43 AM

QUOTE (milan00047 @ Jun 18 2006, 10:32 PM)
Kaka is a superb talent.
He has been the most impressive player so far in the Brazilian side.
and the irony is that everyone will be saying after these perfomances that he is playing for the wrong club side. They willstart saying that he is playing in a defensive lineup.
All Brazilians and dirty Englishmen will say that.
And may be who knows he might be himself moving after the world cup.
And one reason for that is he has no support now that Sheva has left.
So we need some quality players to support him at Milan.

This was the same situation with Henry.But he had team spirit and stayed at Arsenal.
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Man, you need not lose your confidence so easily... Who the **** said Milan is a defensive team???? What other team plays three number 10s in the starting line up?(Pirlo, Seedorf and Kaka) What team scored the most goals overall in Europe? Let me hear it? Who? Milan! What other team manages to thrash big teams like Bayern and Lyon with 4 and 3 gaols? Milan is the BEST TEAM in the whole world and everyone knows it. We will show it next season. king.gif

Posted by: dst Jun 19 2006, 09:39 AM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Jun 19 2006, 09:43 AM)
Man, you need not lose your confidence so easily... Who the **** said Milan is a defensive team???? What other team plays three number 10s in the starting line up?(Pirlo, Seedorf and Kaka) What team scored the most goals overall in Europe? Let me hear it? Who? Milan! What other team manages to thrash big teams like Bayern and Lyon with 4 and 3 gaols? Milan is the BEST TEAM in the whole world and everyone knows it. We will show it next season. king.gif
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true....
milan00047 just feels unsure because of Sheva leaving us!! smile.gif
But we still have to buy some players this summer cause we're not going nowhere as we are...

Ronaldinho only does what he does in Barca and not in the Brasil squad while Kaka is playing amazingly well for Brasil!!!

He could have scored yesterday too, he just shot a little too high... dry.gif

fire him!!!

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Posted by: Diavolo Jun 20 2006, 12:35 AM

I wouldn't trade Kaká for 10 Ronaldinho's! If you watched the first two Brasilian games in WC you saw that Kaka was by far the best player in the Brasilian side.

Posted by: florenti1 Jun 21 2006, 09:53 PM

KAKA is the new maradona-zidane-ronaldinho all toghether
he is intelligent , brilliant , amazing
he is the team man
he is the king.gif

Posted by: milan00047 Jun 22 2006, 08:02 AM

Real Madrid are good at signing Guys like Kaka after the world cup even when he has infinite affection to a team like MIlan.

Milan is defensive: this even i dont agree. the english press says this.
Every time we have a cl match with a team like Lyon ,Bayern,etc the pundits in their previews say that Milan are defensive, negative will go for a 0-0 etc.
Thats that.
I think we must have signed Kranjcar before the wc just like Rosicky.

Posted by: Fillipo Simone Aug 30 2006, 10:31 PM

I know it`s old, but I seem to have missed this one out. So has Kaka really said this: The fact that Real are interested in me and want me is very pleasing. Real are as great a club as Milan, or possibly even greater.” ?? huh.gif

Posted by: GULLIVER Aug 30 2006, 11:05 PM

QUOTE (Fillipo Simone @ Aug 31 2006, 01:31 AM)
I know it`s old, but I seem to have missed this one out. So has Kaka really said this: The fact that Real are interested in me and want me is very pleasing. Real are as great a club as Milan, or possibly even greater.” ?? huh.gif
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Well, yes he said that. But some managers of Milan also said this. Nothing special. Real has won most titles, and is considerd the best club of 20th century.

Great or not great. It doesn't matter. If Kaka loves Milan, then everything else is unimportant.

Posted by: KillerMax Aug 30 2006, 11:13 PM

rolleyes.gif So what? He is staying here. Plus, he never said Real is a greater club than Milan.

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Aug 30 2006, 11:25 PM

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CARLO ANCELOTTI: ’Kakà can become a symbol like Maldini’
8/30/2006


MILANELLO - A last word on the transfer market: ’It is very strange. Everyone is counting the books and they have to accept certain things. Sheva wanted to leave for some time, Kakà is different, he doesn’t want to leave, he is a symbol, he will be like Maldini, or like Gattuso and Pirlo.’ A final word on playing Juventus tomorrow: ’It will be different from other years, as it won’t be a top-of-the-table clash as they won’t play with us this season. We’ll play with two attackers, in a 4-4-2 and Nesta and Simic will play 45 minutes.’

acmilan.com


Well there u have it wink.gif

Posted by: Fillipo Simone Aug 30 2006, 11:43 PM

QUOTE (GULLIVER @ Aug 30 2006, 11:05 PM)
Well, yes he said that. But some managers of Milan also said this. Nothing special. Real has won most titles, and is considerd the best club of 20th century.

Great or not great.  It doesn't matter. If Kaka loves Milan, then everything else is unimportant.
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I suppose you are right. Even Maldini said he considered once a Real switch...

Posted by: X-Offender Aug 31 2006, 12:46 AM

QUOTE (Fillipo Simone @ Aug 30 2006, 10:31 PM)
I know it`s old, but I seem to have missed this one out. So has Kaka really said this: The fact that Real are interested in me and want me is very pleasing. Real are as great a club as Milan, or possibly even greater.” ?? huh.gif
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No, he didn't say that. It was just AS bitching with us.

Posted by: florenti1 Aug 31 2006, 11:08 AM

Those stupid spanish are getting the best in makeing news

Posted by: dst Aug 31 2006, 01:27 PM

NOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!

he didn't say that. As, yes the toilet paper, wrote that and Kaka was quick to deny it!!!

Posted by: Nova Aug 31 2006, 02:14 PM

QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ Aug 30 2006, 11:25 PM)
Well there u have it wink.gif
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Offcourse , last time i heard it suddenly some ukranian guy had some troubles with his boss ... erm wife !

Posted by: LaPalma Aug 31 2006, 02:46 PM

QUOTE (Nova @ Aug 31 2006, 01:14 PM)
Offcourse  , last time i heard it suddenly some ukranian guy had some troubles with his boss ... erm wife !
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erm language...

Posted by: RD.X Sep 1 2006, 01:14 AM

He said 'possibly' which means he's unsure unsure.gif .We better get over there and explain which club is greater...

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 1 2006, 02:30 AM

QUOTE (RD.X @ Aug 31 2006, 06:14 PM)
He said 'possibly' which means he's unsure unsure.gif .We better get over there and explain which club is greater...
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Oh my God! He never said those words. That's just made up BS!

Posted by: X-Offender Sep 1 2006, 02:58 AM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 1 2006, 02:30 AM)
Oh my God! He never said those words. That's just made up BS!
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Right. People should know that was just a fake interview published by AS. Kakà himself denied he hasn't talked to a single journalist since the World Cup. Don't worry guys, I can see it in his eyes, he likes playing with us and will stay here for a long while.

Posted by: amancik Sep 1 2006, 08:28 AM

how tall is this guy anyway?

1.86 or 1.83 m? ... in the official website says he's 1.83 but as far as I know he's 1.86 ...

Posted by: Fillipo Simone Sep 1 2006, 09:09 AM

QUOTE (amancik @ Sep 1 2006, 08:28 AM)
how tall is this guy anyway?

1.86 or 1.83 m? ... in the official website says he's 1.83 but as far as I know he's 1.86 ...
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I would also say 1.86/6.2...that`s as far as i know..but mabe he is shrinking tongue.gif ?

Posted by: aaron Sep 1 2006, 09:41 AM

QUOTE (Fillipo Simone @ Sep 1 2006, 11:09 AM)
..but mabe he is shrinking tongue.gif ?
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biggrin.gif

Posted by: LaPalma Sep 1 2006, 02:10 PM

QUOTE (Fillipo Simone @ Sep 1 2006, 08:09 AM)
I would also say 1.86/6.2...that`s as far as i know..but mabe he is shrinking tongue.gif ?
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As far as I know he's 1,83 and that's what the official site says as http://www.acmilan.com/InfoPage.aspx?id=12614

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 1 2006, 03:07 PM

QUOTE (Nova @ Aug 31 2006, 04:14 PM)
Offcourse  , last time i heard it suddenly some ukranian guy had some troubles with his boss ... erm wife !
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At one point I would have made u act a fool for saying that tongue.gif .. But yea his wife was behind this all, I'm 100% convinced it's what she wanted ! But in the end, he jumped boats, Carlo said

QUOTE
Sheva wanted to leave for some time


Well now we know what they were quarelling about at Milanello wink.gif

Posted by: X-Offender Sep 1 2006, 06:36 PM

QUOTE (amancik @ Sep 1 2006, 08:28 AM)
how tall is this guy anyway?

1.86 or 1.83 m? ... in the official website says he's 1.83 but as far as I know he's 1.86 ...
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I'm sure he's 186. Sheva's 183, and Ricky is definitely taller than him.

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 2 2006, 12:31 AM

QUOTE (X-Offender @ Sep 1 2006, 08:36 PM)
I'm sure he's 186. Sheva's 183, and Ricky is definitely taller than him.
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If ur talking about Oliveira .. He has a real good jump and heading .. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWaJlRKOmEs

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 2 2006, 12:34 AM

QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ Sep 1 2006, 05:31 PM)
If ur talking about Oliveira .. He has a real good jump and heading .. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oWaJlRKOmEs
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He is talking about Kaka. He is 186.

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 2 2006, 12:49 AM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 2 2006, 02:34 AM)
He is talking about Kaka. He is 186.
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I never noticed this in the past .. but at the WC when he stood next to Ronaldo and Ronaldinho, he seemed really tall .. then when he stood next to Adriano, I was convinced that our golden boy is tall ..

Posted by: dst Sep 2 2006, 04:58 PM

I too think he's 1.86!!!

Lovely Ricky!!!!!!!!! wub.gif ermm ... devil.gif

Posted by: dudernahata Sep 2 2006, 10:00 PM

QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ Sep 1 2006, 04:49 PM)
I never noticed this in the past .. but at the WC when he stood next to Ronaldo and Ronaldinho, he seemed really tall .. then when he stood next to Adriano, I was convinced that our golden boy is tall ..
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oh i know, me too. i was like "wow, kaka grew!" nice to know he is taller than we though

Posted by: amancik Sep 3 2006, 01:09 AM

1.86 m isn't it? ... I thought so too

Posted by: I_Rossoneri Sep 3 2006, 06:01 PM

Anyone see Kaka's amazing wonder goal against Argentina today? He must have run 80 yds(outrunning Messi), beat Milito and passed it into the net. He also set up the second goal - and he didn't come on til the 60th minute cool.gif

Posted by: han2503 Sep 3 2006, 10:34 PM

QUOTE (I_Rossoneri @ Sep 3 2006, 05:01 PM)
Anyone see Kaka's amazing wonder goal against Argentina today? He must have run 80 yds(outrunning Messi), beat Milito and passed it into the net. He also set up the second goal - and he didn't come on til the 60th minute cool.gif
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Do you have a clip of it?

Posted by: dst Sep 3 2006, 10:38 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 4 2006, 12:34 AM)
Do you have a clip of it?
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http://www.zshare.net/download/brazil-vs-argentina-2-0-elano-zip.html

and

http://www.zshare.net/download/brazil-vs-argentina-3-0-kaka-zip-f4z.html

by Toone10 of SP forums!!!

Posted by: han2503 Sep 3 2006, 10:47 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 3 2006, 09:38 PM)
http://www.zshare.net/download/brazil-vs-argentina-2-0-elano-zip.html

and

http://www.zshare.net/download/brazil-vs-argentina-3-0-kaka-zip-f4z.html

by Toone10 of SP forums!!!
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Thanks for those king.gif

Posted by: amancik Sep 4 2006, 02:14 AM

thanks dst

Posted by: han2503 Sep 12 2006, 01:00 PM

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AC MILAN: THE GOLDEN BOY'S PHILOSOPHY 
Straight talk from Ricardo Kakà about the upcoming Rossoneri season.

Kakà gave an exclusive interview on Studio Milan, taking the opportunity to talk about his philosophy on the field: ‘I am happy to have started the season with a win and to have seen the Rossoneri team both strong and determined in the end even though we suffered a bit in the second half. Slowly but surely I am starting to mature, to interpret the game quicker and to feel the game as soon as we take to the field. These are the things that you learn in time and I still have more learning to do. My responsibility in Milan is growing every year. Today I feel my responsibility and that is the main difference between my situation now and my situation the first two year with Milan.’

The Golden Boy then spoke about importance of leadership: ‘I am totally happy to be with Milan and I really don’t think about leaving. A leader is one that takes on different responsibilities every year and isn’t afraid of the weight. That’s exactly my mindset, I want to become the team’s man, that’s more satisfying. The great players help the team to play well and it is their work that makes the difference for the team as a whole. Individual plays are beautiful, the goal, the moves, but from my point of view none of this matters if in the end the result isn’t positive.’

Kakà then focused on the upcoming game in Parma: ‘I am ready. We played a good away game in Belgrade. Now it’s time for Parma and I am even hoping to score a goal.’

Then a word about fellow countryman Dida: ‘He played well in the World Cup because he really focused. Now he is focused on this season, he wants to do well and he will. He is really working hard.’

In closing Kakà spoke about Ricardo Oliveira: ‘He is used to playing for great teams, like Santos and São Paulo in Brazil. Then Valencia and Betis in Spain. Certain, Milan and the San Siro are different, but he is calm and confident. I have always said that he is a great played and that it would make me happy to play with him. He is important to us because he has different moves than Gila and Pippo. He pulls in from outside the area and that works for us. We must not put too much pressure on him. I know that there will be comparisons like there were with me, but we will leave him alone.’

http://www.noticias.info/asp/aspComunicados.asp?nid=218204&src=0


Spoken like a true man

Posted by: misha Sep 12 2006, 04:58 PM

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I am totally happy to be with Milan and I really don’t think about leaving
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I hope it stays like that for a long time smile.gif

Posted by: han2503 Sep 12 2006, 07:11 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 12 2006, 03:58 PM)
I hope it stays like that for a long time smile.gif
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I think it will, there are quotes of him saying that he wants to become captain in the future.

Posted by: misha Sep 12 2006, 07:15 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 12 2006, 09:11 PM)
I think it will, there are quotes of him saying that he wants to become captain in the future.
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There are quotes of Sheva saying certain things but enough about that smile.gif

Posted by: Jack Sparrow Sep 12 2006, 07:28 PM

mish..ur killing me...ur KILLING me...Screw what Judas said...

Posted by: misha Sep 12 2006, 07:32 PM

QUOTE (Jack Sparrow @ Sep 12 2006, 09:28 PM)
mish..ur killing me...ur KILLING me...Screw what Judas said...
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smile.gif
I was implying to that famous "I want to be Baresi and Maldini" quote

Posted by: Jack Sparrow Sep 12 2006, 07:56 PM

ur still KILLING me...Judas topics should be banned...and all members who bring it up must be forced to stand on their heads and sing.the 'Rossoneri siamo noi' chant..

Posted by: misha Sep 12 2006, 08:09 PM

QUOTE (Jack Sparrow @ Sep 12 2006, 09:56 PM)
ur still KILLING me...Judas topics should be banned...and all members who bring it up must be forced to stand on their heads and sing.the 'Rossoneri siamo noi' chant..
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biggrin.gif Done.

Posted by: X-Offender Sep 13 2006, 12:02 AM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 12 2006, 01:00 PM)
Spoken like a true man
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I heard this live while I was watching Studio Milan. He spoke like he was a grown man, so everbody decided not to call him 'Il bambino d'oro' (the golden boy) anymore.

Posted by: han2503 Sep 13 2006, 11:45 AM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 12 2006, 06:15 PM)
There are quotes of Sheva saying certain things but enough about that smile.gif
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We can't compare both situations, sure he might leave in the future, what players (especially the foreign one) spend the rest of their carrier in one club that's a big rarety. But I think that Kaka will stay and he will become team captain in the future.

And mishale aren't you the one always defending judas? What happened? tongue.gif

QUOTE (X-Offender @ Sep 12 2006, 11:02 PM)
I heard this live while I was watching Studio Milan. He spoke like he was a grown man, so everbody decided not to call him 'Il bambino d'oro' (the golden boy) anymore.
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I just want to ask you, because I know you have it, does Milan channel show all of the Milan serie a matches? because I was thinking of getting the sport package on cable, and I just checked their site and I saw that one of the channels in the sport package is Milan channel.

Posted by: X-Offender Sep 13 2006, 03:23 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 13 2006, 11:45 AM)
I just want to ask you, because I know you have it, does Milan channel show all of the Milan serie a matches? because I was thinking of getting the sport package on cable, and I just checked their site and I saw that one of the channels in the sport package is Milan channel.
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Yeah, but not live. Probably 1-2 hours after the match has ended. Though it's always fun listening to Carlo Pellegati's comment biggrin.gif

Posted by: misha Sep 13 2006, 05:16 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 13 2006, 01:45 PM)
And mishale aren't you the one always defending judas? What happened?  tongue.gif
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That was just a little joke. Nothing changed. I want maximum success for him as long as it won't be on our expense

Posted by: han2503 Sep 13 2006, 10:50 PM

QUOTE (X-Offender @ Sep 13 2006, 02:23 PM)
Yeah, but not live. Probably 1-2 hours after the match has ended. Though it's always fun listening to Carlo Pellegati's comment biggrin.gif
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Thanks for the info. king.gif

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 13 2006, 04:16 PM)
That was just a little joke. Nothing changed. I want maximum success for him as long as it won't be on our expense
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Oh OK, just though that you might have had a change of heart there cool.gif

And I REALLY hope that he won't have any success at OUR expense because that would just be rubbing salt into an open wound

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 14 2006, 02:12 AM

Kaka... man him and Gourcuff make me cry for joy when I watch them play... My heart beat goes up and I feel like I'm on friggin extacy... I love Milan so f@cking MUCH! cry.gif

That also happens when they play the Milan song after games in San Siro... makes me wanna cry for joy... So f@cking emotional...

Posted by: Portikins Sep 14 2006, 02:51 AM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 14 2006, 01:12 AM)
Kaka... man him and Gourcuff make me cry for joy when I watch them play... My heart beat goes up and I feel like I'm on friggin extacy... I love Milan so f@cking MUCH! cry.gif

That also happens when they play the Milan song after games in San Siro... makes me wanna cry for joy... So f@cking emotional...
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I want you to cry of joy but only in May. rolleyes.gif

cool.gif

Posted by: rausi loves kaka Sep 15 2006, 11:12 PM

QUOTE (Fillipo Simone @ Aug 30 2006, 09:31 PM)
I know it`s old, but I seem to have missed this one out. So has Kaka really said this: The fact that Real are interested in me and want me is very pleasing. Real are as great a club as Milan, or possibly even greater.” ?? huh.gif
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yo kaka my name is james i come from malta i am 15 years old and i am a big fan of your hope u send back peace!!

thanks

Posted by: GULLIVER Sep 15 2006, 11:34 PM

QUOTE (rausi loves kaka @ Sep 16 2006, 02:12 AM)
yo kaka my name is james i come from malta i am 15 years old and i am a big fan of your hope u send back peace!!

thanks
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o, rolleyes.gif this needs to be translated and sent to Kaka to read.. cool.gif king.gif

Posted by: misha Sep 16 2006, 01:05 AM

QUOTE (rausi loves kaka @ Sep 16 2006, 01:12 AM)
yo kaka my name is james i come from malta i am 15 years old and i am a big fan of your hope u send back peace!!

thanks
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Kaka isn't here now but hopefully he will be here on Sunday to post some stuff about the game smile.gif

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 16 2006, 01:44 AM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 15 2006, 06:05 PM)
Kaka isn't here now but hopefully he will be here on Sunday to post some stuff about the game smile.gif
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He called me. He said he'll be busy, so he can't make it.

Posted by: misha Sep 16 2006, 01:48 AM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 16 2006, 03:44 AM)
He called me. He said he'll be busy, so he can't make it.
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Damn!

Posted by: dst Sep 16 2006, 12:00 PM

that was a warm welcome to the kid, guys!!! rolleyes.gif

Posted by: Fillipo Simone Sep 16 2006, 05:35 PM

Hehe,... biggrin.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 21 2006, 01:59 PM

QUOTE
The winners…
Kaka (Milan)
The Brazilian was simply outstanding against Ascoli on Wednesday night. The Milan man once again exhibited his extraordinary talents to underline exactly why Real Madrid remain so desperate to sign him.


Football Italia

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 21 2006, 04:44 PM

QUOTE
The Brazilian was simply outstanding against Ascoli on Wednesday night. The Milan man once again exhibited his extraordinary talents to underline exactly why Real Madrid remain so desperate to sign him.


Yet he is a long lost dream for them .. devilsmiley.gif

Posted by: Portikins Sep 25 2006, 12:13 AM

Tonight, Pedja Mijatovic (Real Madrid's director) confirmed that Kaka' is their objective for next Summer.

rolleyes.gif

Posted by: X-Offender Sep 25 2006, 12:16 AM

I guess we'll have to hear that for the next few seasons. Real are dull, they never understand when it's time to stop. I'm really looking forward in bashing them this season of the CL so we're gonna show them and everyone else who's the better side.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 25 2006, 12:25 AM

QUOTE (X-Offender @ Sep 24 2006, 11:16 PM)
I guess we'll have to hear that for the next few seasons. Real are dull, they never understand when it's time to stop. I'm really looking forward in bashing them this season of the CL so we're gonna show them and everyone else who's the better side.
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I just hope his wife/brother/famliy doesn't want to learn spanish...

Posted by: X-Offender Sep 25 2006, 12:27 AM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 25 2006, 12:25 AM)
I just hope his wife/brother/famliy doesn't want to learn spanish...
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Nah, I've heard they're all happy in Milan. That's why I think Ricky will stay with us for a long time.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 25 2006, 12:30 AM

QUOTE (X-Offender @ Sep 24 2006, 11:27 PM)
Nah, I've heard they're all happy in Milan. That's why I think Ricky will stay with us for a long time.
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Time will say. I really hope so.

Posted by: dst Sep 25 2006, 12:47 AM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 25 2006, 02:13 AM)
Tonight, Pedja Mijatovic (Real Madrid's director) confirmed that Kaka' is their objective for next Summer.
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that's new ... rolleyes.gif

Posted by: Portikins Sep 25 2006, 12:51 AM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 24 2006, 11:47 PM)
that's new ...  rolleyes.gif
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It was just the confirmation. tongue.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 25 2006, 01:03 AM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 25 2006, 02:51 AM)
It was just the confirmation.  tongue.gif
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here's a definite event to happen in two months:

Mijatovic in special press conference:
"We want to inform you that we still want Kaka"


... rolleyes.gif

Posted by: Shkelchim Oct 21 2006, 01:13 AM

Does anyone can tell me Leite Kaka' websites? please..

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Oct 21 2006, 01:16 AM

QUOTE (Shkelchim @ Oct 21 2006, 03:13 AM)
Does anyone can tell me Leite Kaka' websites? please..
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Not sure, but thats all I could find ..

http://www.kaka.azplayers.com/

Posted by: RD.X Oct 22 2006, 04:07 PM

http://www.kakafans.net/

and y doesn't he have an official website?most good players have one. unsure.gif

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Oct 22 2006, 04:11 PM

QUOTE (RD.X @ Oct 22 2006, 06:07 PM)
http://www.kakafans.net/

and y doesn't he have an official website?most good players have one. unsure.gif
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Beats me .. though most players got their websites when they r in their l8 20's .. Guess Kaka is too busy being Kaka biggrin.gif

Posted by: dst Oct 22 2006, 04:17 PM

QUOTE (RD.X @ Oct 22 2006, 06:07 PM)
and y doesn't he have an official website?most good players have one. unsure.gif
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cause he's not just any good player ... devil.gif He's the greatest of them all and what he has to say he says it on the field !!

... or maybe he just doesn't care !! biggrin.gif

Posted by: RD.X Oct 22 2006, 04:40 PM

QUOTE
... or maybe he just doesn't care !!


Isn't Kaka a computer freak?

Posted by: dst Oct 22 2006, 04:44 PM

QUOTE (RD.X @ Oct 22 2006, 06:40 PM)
Isn't Kaka a computer freak?
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all I know is he's a book freak !! He reads all the time, especially at the time before matches !! And I've watched a video of him playing PES against his brazilian teammates during the WC ...

Posted by: han2503 Oct 22 2006, 05:19 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Oct 22 2006, 03:44 PM)
all I know is he's a book freak !! He reads all the time, especially at the time before matches !! And I've watched a video of him playing PES against his brazilian teammates during the WC ...
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Yeah his favourite book is the bible ohmy.gif

Posted by: dst Oct 22 2006, 05:56 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Oct 22 2006, 07:19 PM)
Yeah his favourite book is the bible  ohmy.gif
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what's so shocking about it, that book is interesting !!?

Posted by: LaPalma Oct 23 2006, 12:58 AM

QUOTE (dst @ Oct 22 2006, 05:56 PM)
what's so shocking about it, that book is interesting !!?
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It is?

Posted by: dst Oct 23 2006, 01:03 AM

QUOTE (LaPalma @ Oct 23 2006, 02:58 AM)
It is?
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Yes it is ... a lot ... and not just for Christians .. but I don't really like it.

Posted by: han2503 Oct 24 2006, 02:20 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Oct 23 2006, 12:03 AM)
Yes it is ... a lot ... and not just for Christians .. but I don't really like it.
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laugh.gif

Posted by: mchanna Nov 2 2006, 12:49 AM


God I'm so damn happy that he plays at Milan

Posted by: dst Nov 2 2006, 10:59 AM

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Kaka: I am not the King
Thursday 2 November, 2006

Kaka has laughed off Carlo Ancelotti’s suggestion he’s “better than Ronaldinho” after his spectacular Champions League hat-trick.

“I am happy that my Coach said that, but I still have a long way to go and need to improve in many areas,” said the Milan star.

He netted the first three goals in their 4-1 victory over Anderlecht last night, Alberto Gilardino bagging the final strike.

Ancelotti claimed in his post-match comments that Kaka is “the most decisive player in the world right now,” more so than Ronaldinho.

“Ronaldinho has always been an idol for me and I watched him with great interest at Paris Saint-Germain and in Brazil,” continued the youngster.

“I’d never scored a hat-trick in the Champions League, so the third goal was very special for me. I also enjoyed the second in combination with Marcos Cafu.”

Kaka had a dip in form, but has certainly rediscovered his shape with this hat-trick. Some in the Italian media would say it was because he has worked through his personality clash with Ancelotti, as they bickered in front of the cameras in a Serie A match last month.

“MilanLab have all my tests from this season and my fitness levels have always been stable. I didn’t have an argument with Ancelotti. He asked me something and I said I wasn’t entirely happy with it, but that I would adapt. After all, he is the Coach and it’s my job to follow his orders.”

The debate was a tactical one, and Kaka proved how effective he could be in support of two strikers last night rather than as part of a Christmas Tree formation.

“I prefer playing as a Trequartista, as I like to run at the goal from distance. However, I want to always learn and become a more complete player, so I have to try every system and new positions to improve.”

The Rossoneri need just one point from their remaining two Champions League Group H games to be secure of qualification for the next round, but currently lie 14 points adrift of Serie A joint leaders Inter and Palermo.

“Unfortunately the start from eight points down caused us some problems, but we have the time to recover and will give it a go, especially now we’re relatively secure in Europe,” added Kaka.

The Selecao hero also gave some advice to fellow countryman Adriano, who is in Rio de Janeiro for a period of rest and recuperation.

“This is a tough time for Adriano and he has to try to stay relaxed. He needs to know he’s an important player for Inter, Brazil and world football.”

http://www.channel4.com/sport/football_italia/nov2a.html

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Posted by: dst Nov 2 2006, 11:01 AM

I love this attitude !! king.gif

QUOTE
"However, I want to always learn and become a more complete player, so I have to try every system and new positions to improve.”


Respect !!

The guy is great and has set goals ... nothing more needs to be said !!

Posted by: dst Nov 2 2006, 12:05 PM

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Kaká the king of Milan
Thursday, 2 November 2006

After masterminding AC Milan’s 4-1 victory against RSC Anderlecht last night by way of his first UEFA Champions League hat-trick, Kaká reflected on "a very special evening".

Crowd-pleaser (like he's trying ... rolleyes.gif )
In a match that left Milan on the verge of the knockout stages, the brilliant Brazilian scored a sixth-minute penalty before starting and finishing a rapier-like counterattacking move on 22 minutes and then completing his hat-trick with a spectacular 56th-minute strike. Roland Juhász's header hinted at an Anderlecht recovery before Alberto Gilardino's late effort finished the contest but Kaká was unquestionably the man of the moment.

'Special evening'
"Scoring a hat-trick in the Champions League is really very special," he told uefa.com. "I've scored a hat-trick for Milan once before but this was my first in the Champions League and so it was a very special evening for me." With five goals in the competition already this season, Kaká is now joint top goalscorer with Didier Drogba – underlining his growing status as one of the game’s leading players.

Cafu praise
Team-mate Cafu, who combined with Kaká for the second goal considers him "the best there is", with the right-back claiming his international team-mate should be voted European Footballer of the Year: "You only need to look at what he does on the pitch. Just look at the facts and see how many matches he decides, how many defences he unhinges - he takes two or three players out at a time with his skill and I think he deserves to win the Ballon d'Or."

'Getting better'
The ever-modest Kaká, however, insisted he still has much to learn. "It's a really good period in my career but I think I need to put on good displays when the side isn't playing well too - in the Italian championship, for example - but I think I'm getting better every day." The 4-1 win was a nice way to exorcise the ghosts of Saturday's 4-3 defeat by FC Internazionale Milano – another game in which Kaká scored – and he said his side's performance was a nice way to respond. "We continued from where we left off in the second half in the derby and carried it into this game."

'Best goal'
Even Kaká had to admit that his last goal of the night - his 16th in 39 UEFA Champions League games - was impressive, even by his standards. Picking the ball up from deep, he exchanged passes with Clarence Seedorf before beating two players and curling in a shot from 20 metres out. "It is one of best goals I've ever scored, mainly because it gave me my first Champions League hat-trick. That definitely makes it one of the best and most important goals I've scored."


http://www.uefa.com/competitions/UCL/news/Kind=1/newsId=474992.html

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Posted by: arivanjj Nov 2 2006, 12:09 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Nov 2 2006, 07:59 PM)
Kaka: I am not the King

riiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiight!

Posted by: mchanna Nov 2 2006, 03:34 PM

He is great! So down-to-earth, unlike some other players!!!

But the king still is maldini ^^

Posted by: LaPalma Nov 2 2006, 04:16 PM

QUOTE (mchanna @ Nov 2 2006, 03:34 PM)
He is great! So down-to-earth, unlike some other players!!!

But the king still is maldini ^^
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Of course Paolo is the king. Let's say we have a Kaiser (Baresi), a King (Maldini) and a prince (Ricky) king.gif

Posted by: mchanna Nov 2 2006, 04:20 PM

QUOTE (LaPalma @ Nov 2 2006, 04:16 PM)
Of course Paolo is the king. Let's say we have a Kaiser (Baresi), a King (Maldini) and a prince (Ricky) king.gif
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haha i like that thought smile.gif

Posted by: dst Nov 2 2006, 04:37 PM

... and who's the groom of this kingdom ??

Posted by: dst Nov 2 2006, 04:41 PM

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Milan reiterate Kaka-Ronnie dream
By Graeme Bailey - Created on 2 Nov 2006

Milan are lauding their prized asset Kaka and their owner Silvio Berlusconi has reiterated his desire to link him up with Ronaldinho.

Kaka was the subject of summer speculation that he could be on his way to Real Madrid, however the Rossoneri resisted their overtures for the 24-year-old.

The Brazilian has produced some sparkling displays in recent weeks and he capped that with a hat-trick against Anderlecht on Wednesday.

"He is the strongest in the world," his boss Carlo Ancelotti said.

"There are lots of great players in circulation, but nobody is worth as much as him.

"Nobody has more determination or is capable of making such a difference in a match. He is better than Ronaldinho.

"With Kaka in this kind of form, I'm looking forward to seeing who they award the Golden Ball to."

Milan owner Berlusconi said he would more likely try for Ronaldinho, rather than contemplating letting Kaka leave.

"I won't exchange Ronaldinho with Kaka," Berlusconi said

"Anyway, should there be the possibility, we will try to sign him.

"Ronaldinho in any case would have to come to Milanello [Rossoneri's headquarter], have all the training sessions, engage himself and show to be a player for Milan."

Vice-president Adriano Galliani also paid tribute to former Milan star Leonardo - who he credits with tipping them off about Kaka - before they snapped him up from Sao Paulo.

"I thank him because he was decisive in that negotiation in summer 2003. Now Leonardo can also present me with a few wrong players and I'll forgive him. Kaka is a life's insurance", Galliani told.

The player himself was trying to avoid the press clamour about whether he would be landing the Ballon d'Or.

"Certainly, I would like to win it very much, but I can only do my duty, then hope that I'm rewarded for the results," Kaka said.

"For now, though, I want to play as well as I can for Milan and my national team.

"I don't feel that I've fulfilled my potential yet. There's always something I can improve on."


http://home.skysports.com/list.aspx?hlid=426161&CPID=21&clid=120&lid=8&title=Milan+reiterate+Kaka-Ronnie+dream

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Posted by: LaPalma Nov 2 2006, 04:54 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Nov 2 2006, 04:37 PM)
... and who's the groom of this kingdom ??
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Don Silvio of course rolleyes.gif

Posted by: KillerMax Nov 2 2006, 09:41 PM

KAKA' IS A BRAZILIAN FAVOURITE
11/2/2006
MILAN – A whopping 81% of the readers of Brazilian newspaper O’Globo think that Kakà is better than Ronaldinho, who received only 18%. (ANSA)

devil.gif devilsmiley.gif

Posted by: KillerMax Nov 2 2006, 09:41 PM

In your face Ronnie!!!!!!!! laugh.gif

Posted by: dst Nov 3 2006, 12:39 AM

he-he !! That's our guy !! devil.gif

Posted by: LaPalma Nov 3 2006, 12:43 AM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Nov 2 2006, 09:41 PM)
KAKA' IS A BRAZILIAN FAVOURITE
11/2/2006
MILAN – A whopping 81% of the readers of Brazilian newspaper O’Globo think that Kakà is better than Ronaldinho, who received only 18%. (ANSA)

devil.gif  devilsmiley.gif
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Harhar....you made my day!

Posted by: mchanna Nov 3 2006, 02:32 AM

Kaka rules, says survey Thursday 2 November, 2006

A survey in Brazilian newspaper O’Globo insists Milan ace Kaka is better than Barcelona star Ronaldinho.

A massive 82 per cent have backed the Rossoneri sensation with the stuttering European Footballer of the Year winning just 18 per cent of the vote.

Kaka has been in fine form for the Italian club this term and netted a hat-trick in the 4-1 win over Anderlecht in the Champions League last night.

Meanwhile, Milan target Ronaldinho has struggled to live up to his billing as the best player in the world.

The former Paris Saint-Germain ace endured a disappointing 2006 World Cup and has started the season slowly at the Nou Camp.

82 % biggrin.gif

Posted by: dst Nov 20 2006, 01:04 AM

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Kaka: I was wrong to play
Created on 19 Nov 2006

Kaka has revealed that he should not have played in Brazil's World Cup quarter final against France as he was not fully fit.

The 24-year-old playmaker lined up against Les Bleus after telling coach Carlos Alberto Parreira he could play.

Brazil lost the game 1-0 and Kaka has now admitted he was still feelings the effects of the bruised knee he suffered against Ghana in the previous round.

"I told professor Parreira that I could play," he said in an interview with Brazilian television.

"It was my mistake, and I was wrong to have played because when you play with an injury, it limits you.

"In the World Cup, you're amid all that euphoria and you don't know what might happen."

Kaka also criticised Brazil's World Cup preparations in Switzerland, where paying crowds of around 5,000 people watched their training sessions.

"One thing which got in the way was the number of people during the preparations, it affected the concentration of the players and is something which could be improved in the future," he explained.


http://home.skysports.com/list.aspx?hlid=429902&CPID=219&clid=614&lid=8&title=Kaka:+I+was+wrong+to+play

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Posted by: dst Nov 20 2006, 01:08 AM

I know I'm not in any position to judge him but that has to be a wrong thing to do !! Anyway ... if he keeps on evolving at this pace then he's definitely going to win the next WC all on his own !!

... king.gif

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Nov 20 2006, 11:30 AM

QUOTE (dst @ Nov 20 2006, 03:08 AM)
I know I'm not in any position to judge him but that has to be a wrong thing to do !! Anyway ... if he keeps on evolving at this pace then he's definitely going to win the next WC all on his own !!

... king.gif
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FORZA RIKYYYYY

Posted by: kaka_sheva Nov 20 2006, 08:54 PM

^ditto ! xcept id say forza kaka' tongue.gif
he is so modest innocent.gif

Posted by: mchanna Nov 20 2006, 09:29 PM

wub.gif wub.gif wub.gif wub.gif wub.gif wub.gif wub.gif
is everything I can say... LOL


sorry, I just had to let it out laugh.gif

Posted by: KillerMax Nov 26 2006, 03:55 AM

Here's what Kaka said on the official website:

Our captain is great. His attitude on the field is more important than any spoken word. When you see someone that behaves like that on the field you can’t give anything less than your best. Gourcuff could be my Messi. Yes, Ronaldinho has Messi and I have have Gourcuff!


king.gif king.gif king.gif king.gif

Posted by: MetricMarch Nov 26 2006, 06:48 AM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Nov 25 2006, 06:55 PM)
Here's what Kaka said on the official website:

Our captain is great. His attitude on the field is more important than any spoken word. When you see someone that behaves like that on the field you can’t give anything less than your best. Gourcuff could be my Messi. Yes, Ronaldinho has Messi and I have have Gourcuff!
king.gif  king.gif  king.gif  king.gif
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YES!! I was thinking of posting that, but you got there before me. Well done, haha. I love the part where he says Gorky is his Messi. It's so cute. It's so Kaka'. Plus, the two of them even look kinda similar. Forget Ronaldinho, we have KAKA' and GOURCUFF!!! Kaka' needs a new best friend anyways, since his old one ditched him. *cough cough*

FORZA MILAN!! And yes, our Capitano IS great.

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Nov 27 2006, 01:32 PM

QUOTE
Real still want Kaka

Real Madrid chief Ramon Calderon will not give up on his dream of bringing Milan star Kaka to Spain.

The attacking midfielder was at the centre of a transfer battle between the two clubs in the summer, when the Rossoneri warned the Merengues against making any attempts to contact Kaka.

However, the Spanish club’s officials had recently stated that they were still considering making an offer for the Brazilian.

“We have signed a contract for our television rights, the most impressive one in professional sports,” said Calderon to Spanish newspaper Marca.

“The money will allow us to sign the best players in the world. We will see if the promises I made in the summer about Kaka will become a reality,” added the chief, referring to the statements released during the campaign preceding his election at the helm of the club in June.

“One thing is certain, I don’t think they will write on my gravestone ‘here lies the man who did not bring Kaka to Madrid’. I do not make promises that I do not keep,” concluded Calderon.

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Nov 27 2006, 01:33 PM

Calderon .. Quit it already mad.gif mad.gif

Posted by: Portikins Nov 27 2006, 01:34 PM

Well, it's just another "Hey, we did not forget you Kaka'..." rolleyes.gif

Nothing special.

Posted by: KillerMax Nov 27 2006, 01:41 PM

Sorry guys, I posted this in the news section. Should have checked here first... oh well...

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Nov 27 2006, 01:50 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Nov 27 2006, 03:34 PM)
Well, it's just another "Hey, we did not forget you Kaka'..."  rolleyes.gif

Nothing special.
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Well, I'm sure of one thing .. If Galliani sells Kaka .. Expect the San Siro to be burned down king.gif

Posted by: Portikins Nov 27 2006, 01:53 PM

QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ Nov 27 2006, 12:50 PM)
Well, I'm sure of one thing .. If Galliani sells Kaka .. Expect the San Siro to be burned down king.gif
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If Galliani do a "Sheva" with Kaka'... well, I don't know what to think. I think that's not happening so... rolleyes.gif

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Nov 27 2006, 02:01 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Nov 27 2006, 03:53 PM)
If Galliani do a "Sheva" with Kaka'... well, I don't know what to think. I think that's not happening so...  rolleyes.gif
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It simply wont happen wink.gif Let's leave it at that king.gif

Posted by: dst Dec 1 2006, 06:11 PM

Here's a question that might get me banned: biggrin.gif

Do you think Kaka is a bit overrated?? I was just thinking that he's not 'there' in most important matches... he seems to be easily brought down by the bigger teams. So in this case by overrated I don't mean of course that he doesn't have the potential to be a leader (... rolleyes.gif ) just that he's not yet the man to hold on to.

Please try hard to be nice when replying to this! unsure.gif

Posted by: Jack Sparrow Dec 1 2006, 06:47 PM

I dunno dst...it's easy to think that way, but here's another way of looking at it...do you think we depend too much on him to perform everytime? In other words (as we can see in this season), if you just have one player who is a threat, you can always shut him down,two players in touch makes it more difficult.

If Costinha could cramp the great Zidane, surely the much less experienced Kaka is cannon fodder.

Kaka is still developing, you can never overrate a person who is developing coz u never know where he is gonna end up...you can only do that to a guy who's got to the peak of his ability.

Right now you can see improvements, there is a heightened sense of awareness....his left foot is getting stronger etc...

Does that answer your question..at least a little bit?

Ok now I'm done being nice.... devil.gif

You sorry f****t, you got some balls coming in here with a statement like that...I vote you be banished to the Inter Milan forum.

Lol...just kidding I wouldn't wish that on my worst enemy.

Posted by: dst Dec 1 2006, 07:15 PM

I just said so because some people (including me) think of Kaka as a master but seeing it clearly he's not there yet. He can easily kill his weak opponents but so far he hasn't been able to deal with the stronger ones...

What you said about him being the only threat is true but I asked that question looking at his previous seasons too; Last year for example in the games against Lyon he was cast aside by Diarra and he rarely managed to get away from Barcelona's Edmilson...

Nevertheless, his evolution since he arrived at San Siro is so great that I think in two years time he'll be unstoppable!! king.gif

Posted by: mchanna Dec 1 2006, 07:33 PM

life is full of obstacles biggrin.gif
Kaka certainly has more to show, than he previously offered.
Going to Madrid will kill this potential obviously biggrin.gif
I look forward to the future Kaka ^^

Posted by: han2503 Dec 1 2006, 09:13 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Dec 1 2006, 05:11 PM)
Here's a question that might get me banned: biggrin.gif

Do you think Kaka is a bit overrated?? I was just thinking that he's not 'there' in most important matches... he seems to be easily brought down by the bigger teams. So in this case by overrated I don't mean of course that he doesn't have the potential to be a leader (... rolleyes.gif ) just that he's not yet the man to hold on to.

Please try hard to be nice when replying to this!  unsure.gif
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If you are referring to choking in big matches then all you have to look at is the CL final, when he was literally eating up the ground beneath himself. He was that good in that match, on such a big occasion where as players like R10 failed miserably.

But if you are referring to the fact that he can sometimes be shut down, I think you have to consider the fact of how tight everybody is marking him. Barca are hyped up with their all attacking play, and what did they do against us?? They where practically playing with 10 behind the ball, and where breaking on counters, if that is how true champions are supposed to play then I don't know what kind of world we're living in. When you have a player like Diarra or even Edmilson acting as a human sticker to you it will be difficuilt to shake off. Especially when that player is Diarra, who I think is probably one of the best defensive mids going around right now.

Kaka is just 24 years old, and he has already reached the hieghts he has reached, their is definately plenty more to come from him.

Posted by: dst Dec 1 2006, 09:34 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Dec 1 2006, 10:13 PM)
If you are referring to choking in big matches then all you have to look at is the CL final, when he was literally eating up the ground beneath himself. He was that good in that match, on such a big occasion where as players like R10 failed miserably.
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He was only good in the first half out of a total 120 mins... when Liverpool found the formula they made him disappear easily!!

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Dec 1 2006, 09:39 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Dec 1 2006, 08:11 PM)
Here's a question that might get me banned: biggrin.gif

Do you think Kaka is a bit overrated?? I was just thinking that he's not 'there' in most important matches... he seems to be easily brought down by the bigger teams. So in this case by overrated I don't mean of course that he doesn't have the potential to be a leader (... rolleyes.gif ) just that he's not yet the man to hold on to.

Please try hard to be nice when replying to this!  unsure.gif
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I would have to stick with Jack's opinion on this, cuz he is still developing .. IMO Kaka isn't overrated, cuz he is very consistent in what he does and there is few that can be compared to his potential ...

But, there is more that can come from him, he isn't good at creating his own space; i.e. he cant shake off his marker easily as Sheva, Rui, Seedorf could do (as recent examples), but that comes with experience .. U give Kaka space and that is it, consider a goal .. But most team's know that Milan's attacking potential, at the moment, is weighed 80% on Kaka, thus closing him down would mean blocking Milan's attack ..

Posted by: KillerMax Dec 1 2006, 09:43 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Dec 1 2006, 02:13 PM)
If you are referring to choking in big matches then all you have to look at is the CL final, when he was literally eating up the ground beneath himself. He was that good in that match, on such a big occasion where as players like R10 failed miserably.

But if you are referring to the fact that he can sometimes be shut down, I think you have to consider the fact of how tight everybody is marking him. Barca are hyped up with their all attacking play, and what did they do against us?? They where practically playing with 10 behind the ball, and where breaking on counters, if that is how true champions are supposed to play then I don't know what kind of world we're living in. When you have a player like Diarra or even Edmilson acting as a human sticker to you it will be difficuilt to shake off. Especially when that player is Diarra, who I think is probably one of the best defensive mids going around right now.

Kaka is just 24 years old, and he has already reached the hieghts he has reached, their is definately plenty more to come from him.
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!!

Posted by: dst Dec 1 2006, 09:47 PM

By overrated I mean that he's not yet the leader some think is!! His abilities are extraordinary but I already said I'm not referring to them.

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Dec 1 2006, 09:51 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Dec 1 2006, 11:47 PM)
By overrated I mean that he's not yet the leader some think is!! His abilities are extraordinary but I already said I'm not referring to them.
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At 24 yrs old ?! He still has some way to go to become a leader .. Take an example off of Maldini & Baresi wink.gif

Posted by: dst Dec 1 2006, 10:00 PM

QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ Dec 1 2006, 10:51 PM)
At 24 yrs old ?! He still has some way to go to become a leader .. Take an example off of Maldini & Baresi wink.gif
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Arghh... is my English that bad or are you trying to piss me off?? wacko.gif

(Read this at 0.5x Normal speed)
Let's take it easy. Some people (not me) say Kaka is a leader. I (me, myself) say that by saying so they overrate Kaka cause he's not yet developed enough so as to say he can lead Milan to victory! (By victory I don't mean a single win over any team...)

If I'm still incomprehensible (oh yeah... you can now get back to normal speed) then I'm going to kill myself.

Here I am, my finger on the trigger!!

Posted by: han2503 Dec 1 2006, 10:18 PM

Kaka is still definately not the leader in the team. That comes with experiance. In fact I think it was Carlo that when asked about it he down played it and said that their is no leader in Milan only the group. I think it was something like that anyway.

As for Istanbul dst. Yes Kaka was closed down in the second half, but look at how Liverpool did that, the same way Barca and Lyon did it. If you are going to make someone mark him and not let Kaka have an inch of space even when he hasn't got the ball then ofcourse it will get harder for him to shake them off, especially as time wares on.

But as I said Kaka is still young, still has a lot, to learn, and is still not the Milan leader as some would believe he needs to work hard to earn that title which he will take off a player like Maldini. Which isn't easy.

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Dec 1 2006, 10:19 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Dec 2 2006, 12:00 AM)
Arghh... is my English that bad or are you trying to piss me off?? wacko.gif

(Read this at 0.5x Normal speed)
Let's take it easy. Some people (not me) say Kaka is a leader. I (me, myself) say that by saying so they overrate Kaka cause he's not yet developed enough so as to say he can lead Milan to victory! (By victory I don't mean a single win over any team...)

If I'm still incomprehensible (oh yeah... you can now get back to normal speed) then I'm going to kill myself.

Here I am, my finger on the trigger!!
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Hehe .. I got u .. I really did .. Oh and when I said 'take an example off of Maldini & Baresi ..' I ment it in general, not implying u ..

Basically, I was agreeing w/ u in my previous post; in simple terms .. Yes, Kaka is overrated when saying he is a leader .. Cuz in reality he is someway off it ..

Posted by: dst Dec 1 2006, 10:22 PM

Sh1t my gun discharged... there's blood all over the place... if only...

Posted by: X-Offender Dec 1 2006, 10:34 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Dec 1 2006, 10:18 PM)
As for Istanbul dst. Yes Kaka was closed down in the second half, but look at how Liverpool did that, the same way Barca and Lyon did it. If you are going to make someone mark him and not let Kaka have an inch of space even when he hasn't got the ball then ofcourse it will get harder for him to shake them off, especially as time wares on.
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Yep. Didn't Benitez take off Finnan and put Hamann in during the break? I think that was to close down Kakà, like Lyon did with Diarra and Barça with Edmilson, cause he was literally destroying Liverpool by himself. As for the topic, I don't think he's overrated. I mean, he's just 24 years old and look what levels he's reached. He's the best player in the world at the moment, there's no doubt about it.

Posted by: han2503 Dec 1 2006, 10:38 PM

QUOTE (X-Offender @ Dec 1 2006, 09:34 PM)
Yep. Didn't Benitez take off Finnan and put Hamann in during the break? I think that was to close down Kakà, like Lyon did with Diarra and Barça with Edmilson, cause he was literally destroying Liverpool by himself. As for the topic, I don't think he's overrated. I mean, he's just 24 years old and look what levels he's reached. He's the best player in the world at the moment, there's no doubt about it.
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I hear dst's gun going off wink.gif

dst is not saying that Kaka as a player is over rated but the fact that some already considering him as the leader in Milan.

It's 2 completely seperate things.

Kaka as a player is DEFINATELY NOT overrated. But is he the leader of Milan? Definately not

Posted by: X-Offender Dec 1 2006, 10:51 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Dec 1 2006, 10:38 PM)
I hear dst's gun going off wink.gif

dst is not saying that Kaka as a player is over rated but the fact that some already considering him as the leader in Milan.

It's 2 completely seperate things.

Kaka as a player is DEFINATELY NOT overrated. But is he the leader of Milan? Definately not
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We already have our leader, he's called Paolo Maldini. king.gif

Posted by: misha Dec 1 2006, 10:56 PM

Not for long cry.gif

Posted by: han2503 Dec 1 2006, 11:07 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Dec 1 2006, 09:56 PM)
Not for long cry.gif
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In any case Rino is the successor for the arm band. I think Kaka will make it to being our captain, but he is definately not in that level right now, and this isn't based on his potential as a player.

Posted by: Jack Sparrow Dec 2 2006, 11:11 AM

Kaka will take another 4 years to reach that level, right now for all this amazing talent he still is a little green. I'm personally not completely convinced about Rino, but I think maybe it's because I'm comparing all possible successors to Paolo.

This might be a bit out of the blue but I was thinking maybe we could plug in Seedorf for skipper, actually both him and Rino are alike. But I do believe they are equally qualified for it, Seedorf for all his faults is a team man, and vocally adept. He doesn't fly off the hook as easily as Rino(which is not saying Rino is a loose cannon), and I think Seedorf's current laziness is the only thing you can hold against Clarence.

In any case I do believe he is a far better choice than Kaladze. Much more crucial to the team and a better leader.

Posted by: dst Dec 2 2006, 11:19 AM

QUOTE (Jack Sparrow @ Dec 2 2006, 12:11 PM)
(which is not saying Rino is a loose cannon)
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ermm... I wouldn't blame you!! biggrin.gif

QUOTE (Jack Sparrow @ Dec 2 2006, 12:11 PM)
In any case I do believe he is a far better choice than Kaladze. Much more crucial to the team and a better leader.
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what? Kaladze what? Where's this world heading to? I won't accept it!!

Posted by: Jack Sparrow Dec 2 2006, 11:24 AM

Well the current Milan order for succession is...

Paolo-->Ambro-->Rino-->Kala

Posted by: arivanjj Dec 2 2006, 12:50 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Dec 2 2006, 09:07 AM)
In any case Rino is the successor for the arm band. I think Kaka will make it to being our captain, but he is definately not in that level right now, and this isn't based on his potential as a player.
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i don't know.. i think he can be a bit too agressive sometimes tongue.gif , but anyways i would prefer Dida to be our captain

Posted by: mchanna Dec 2 2006, 01:45 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Dec 1 2006, 10:22 PM)
Sh1t my gun discharged... there's blood all over the place... if only...
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looool *rushes over to make a mouth-to-mouth desperately!*

QUOTE (Jack Sparrow @ Dec 2 2006, 11:24 AM)
Well the current Milan order for succession is...

Paolo-->Ambro-->Rino-->Kala
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?!?! ambro ?!?!
what about nesta? he has experience biggrin.gif (just a suggestion, nothing major)

Posted by: KillerMax Dec 2 2006, 01:54 PM

QUOTE (mchanna @ Dec 2 2006, 06:45 AM)
looool *rushes over to make a mouth-to-mouth desperately!*
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ohmy.gif ohmy.gif Oh my...This is so X-rated material..........

Posted by: dst Dec 2 2006, 01:58 PM

QUOTE (mchanna @ Dec 2 2006, 02:45 PM)
what about nesta? he has experience biggrin.gif (just a suggestion, nothing major)
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Yeah. Nesta for capitano!! Chain him to San Siro forever!! devil.gif

Posted by: X-Offender Dec 2 2006, 02:15 PM

Rino deserves to be our next captain and I'm pretty sure he's the onle who going to wear Paolo's band when he'll retire.

Posted by: han2503 Dec 2 2006, 10:07 PM

QUOTE (Jack Sparrow @ Dec 2 2006, 10:11 AM)
Kaka will take another 4 years to reach that level, right now for all this amazing talent he still is a little green. I'm personally not completely convinced about Rino, but I think maybe it's because I'm comparing all possible successors to Paolo.

This might be a bit out of the blue but I was thinking maybe we could plug in Seedorf for skipper, actually both him and Rino are alike. But I do believe they are equally qualified for it, Seedorf for all his faults is a team man, and vocally adept. He doesn't fly off the hook as easily as Rino(which is not saying Rino is a loose cannon), and I think Seedorf's current laziness is the only thing you can hold against Clarence.

In any case I do believe he is a far better choice than Kaladze. Much more crucial to the team and a better leader.
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Yeah I wouldn't mind having Clarence as our next Captain, he is class and doesn't have the Rino temper, and very outspoken and honest - doesn't try to hide from the reality of the problems. His problem is lack of motivation imo not laziness

QUOTE (arivanjj @ Dec 2 2006, 11:50 AM)
i don't know.. i think he can be a bit too agressive sometimes  tongue.gif , but anyways i would prefer Dida to be our captain
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I always prefer having an outfield player as captain.

But anyway, if Ambro where not to be made of glass and a regular then he would have been the natural successor, but Rino has that spot if not him I think it might be given to Pirlo or Clarence. Problem with Prilo is, he's too quite

Posted by: dst Dec 2 2006, 11:13 PM

Why is nobody thinking Nesta!!? sad.gif unsure.gif

Posted by: han2503 Dec 2 2006, 11:17 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Dec 2 2006, 10:13 PM)
Why is nobody thinking Nesta!!?  sad.gif  unsure.gif
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Cause Nesta is a Lazialle at heart and like it or not that's where he will play his final few years

Posted by: dst Dec 2 2006, 11:20 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Dec 3 2006, 12:17 AM)
Cause Nesta is a Lazialle at heart and like it or not that's where he will play his final few years
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Fu ck you!!

No he won't if we give him the brand!! sad.gif

Posted by: han2503 Dec 2 2006, 11:23 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Dec 2 2006, 10:20 PM)
Fu ck you!!

No he won't if we give him the brand!!  sad.gif
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Like we gave the band to Sheva? rolleyes.gif

Posted by: dst Dec 2 2006, 11:26 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Dec 3 2006, 12:23 AM)
Like we gave the band to Sheva?  rolleyes.gif
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He had made up his mind while Alessandro just needs to feel he's important!! Plus he deserves it. I can't see why Seedorf should take it and Nesta shouldn't; he's giving his best in every game and "rossonerity" is not countable... biggrin.gif

(or that's just me talking)

Come on Nesta stay at the San Siro forever!! devil.gif

Posted by: han2503 Dec 2 2006, 11:30 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Dec 2 2006, 10:26 PM)
He had made up his mind while Alessandro just needs to feel he's important!! Plus he deserves it. I can't see why Seedorf should take it and Nesta shouldn't; he's giving his best in every game and "rossonerity" is not countable... biggrin.gif

(or that's just me talking)

Come on Nesta stay at the San Siro forever!! devil.gif
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I don't think that it's about feeling important, he knows that he is our most important defender.

I think his heart has always been with Lazio. Just think of him as Roma's Totti, but he was MADE to leave because the club had no other choice. I'm pretty sure that if Lazio hadn't had all those financial problems he would never had left.

I personally think that he will play at least his final year at Lazio, no matter what we offer him.

It's just being realistic about the whole situation

Posted by: dst Dec 2 2006, 11:34 PM

I can't tell han...

I don't know what's happening inside him, he might want to stay. I can't be certain that he'll leave as I'd never though I'd see Sheva play for another team!! Plus there's always the Lolito factor; nobody likes that as shole down there at Rome...

I can only hope!! king.gif

Posted by: han2503 Dec 2 2006, 11:42 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Dec 2 2006, 10:34 PM)
I can't tell han...

I don't know what's happening inside him, he might want to stay. I can't be certain that he'll leave as I'd never though I'd see Sheva play for another team!! Plus there's always the Lolito factor; nobody likes that as shole down there at Rome...

I can only hope!! king.gif
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Agree.

Sandro is the last of the old gaurd sad.gif And he would be a huge loss to the club, but as you said you never know what's going on inside a person's head, he might want to stay or he might want to go, and in the end that's his choice.

I guess we'll get a hint of what he will do if he decides to renew his contract in these next 2 years

Posted by: mchanna Dec 2 2006, 11:43 PM

last year? or after 2007-08 season?

whoever said dida? no.....
well if nesta is out... only rino is in my mind lol

Posted by: misha Dec 17 2006, 11:50 PM


Posted by: arivanjj Dec 21 2006, 04:34 AM

laugh.gif laugh.gif

Galliani has told the fans that he would rather cut off his hand than allow Kakà to leave Milan.

I would cut off my hand before I would allow Kakà to leave Milan,’ affirmed Milan chief executive Adriano Galliani. ‘Kakà doesn’t need to respond to any questions about his future, I will respond. Ricky signed a five-year contract with Milan and he is not leaving Milan for any reason. In any case, he is happy to be a Rossoneri and we will continue to build our team around him. I believe that the Rossoneri fans can have a calm Christmas in this regard.’

Galliani then spoke about the team: ‘I repeat, the injuries are our real problem. Even today Kakà was in doubt until the last minute and there are still seven out. Then, as some of the players return this can be seen in the results. The team understand that the clock is ticking down and that we can’t lose any more points. The teams ahead of us in the table have slowed down. We will strike at Udine. We want the Champions League.’

A final word: ‘I asked my players for two victories in the last two games.’


http://www.acmilan.com/NewsDetail.aspx?idNews=37372

Posted by: LaPalma Dec 21 2006, 10:38 PM

QUOTE (arivanjj @ Dec 21 2006, 04:34 AM)
laugh.gif  laugh.gif

Galliani has told the fans that he would rather cut off his hand than allow Kakà to leave Milan.

I would cut off my hand before I would allow Kakà to leave Milan,’ affirmed Milan chief executive Adriano Galliani. ‘Kakà doesn’t need to respond to any questions about his future, I will respond. Ricky signed a five-year contract with Milan and he is not leaving Milan for any reason. In any case, he is happy to be a Rossoneri and we will continue to build our team around him. I believe that the Rossoneri fans can have a calm Christmas in this regard.’

Galliani then spoke about the team: ‘I repeat, the injuries are our real problem. Even today Kakà was in doubt until the last minute and there are still seven out. Then, as some of the players return this can be seen in the results. The team understand that the clock is ticking down and that we can’t lose any more points. The teams ahead of us in the table have slowed down. We will strike at Udine. We want the Champions League.’

A final word: ‘I asked my players for two victories in the last two games.’
http://www.acmilan.com/NewsDetail.aspx?idNews=37372
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I hope Galliani won't be in a position where has to proof this statement...

Posted by: han2503 Jan 26 2007, 04:03 PM

Only way is up, says Kaká
Friday, 8 December 2006

Kaká's superb form has been one of the highlights of a difficult season for AC Milan. The Brazilian midfielder's five goals in the group stage ensured Milan qualified with two games to spare and he is confident the Rossoneri will be back to their best when the UEFA Champions League resumes in February. In the first of a series of diary entries for uefa.com, he reflects on the ups and downs of Milan's season so far and admits he's hoping to avoid FC Barcelona in Friday's draw.

'Unusual situation'
So far, so good for AC Milan. We might have lost two games in the group stage, but I'd rather focus on the fact that the team had already qualified with games to spare. It’s not for me to underestimate the effort put on by AEK and Lille, but perhaps we unconsciously lifted a bit the foot from the gas pedal for those two matches. Having said that, nobody appreciated being beaten. Especially when AC Milan are in a very unusual and unpleasant situation in Serie A. We are talking about a club used to winning. People are always going to be demanding results.

Tough at the top
Many journalists ask me why AC Milan are performing so differently in Serie A and in the Champions League. I reckon it's not only because of everything that has happened in Italian football recently. In Serie A there are a lot of smaller sides that are well accustomed to coming up against giants. They put a lot of men behind the ball and make things really hard for the top clubs. It is very different in the Champions League. Although you might argue some teams tend to play a supporting role, the tournament has the biggest teams in their respective countries. Lille and AEK, for example, are big in France and Greece and are used to actually giving it a go.

'Work to do'
Because of our difficult situation in Serie A, it's natural for AC Milan to have high hopes for the Champions League and every player would love to lift that trophy someday. But we can’t forget that it's in Serie A that we need to book our place for the competition next year. There is a lot of work to do. As for the next round, I don't really think we should be choosing opponents, although I have to say nobody would be happy to be drawn against Barcelona. They have a wonderful squad and seem to have got themselves together after a very difficult first round. Nobody knows, however, how things will be in February. They are certainly not unbeatable and we might have to be the ones to prove it if Barça are drawn against AC Milan. I am pleased to see Ronaldinho playing well. He's an exceptional player.

'Thrilled'
AC Milan are getting better and we can still improve. I'm thrilled with the fact I’m one of the top scorers in the Champions League so far, even though topping the list is not a main objective for me – I'd rather lift the trophy that we came so close to winning in 2005. It's the result of a lot of hard work. I still sometimes think of my third goal against Anderlecht, especially when people ask me to pick either that or the one I scored for Brazil against Argentina in a friendly played in London three months ago. I treasure both of them, but the one against Argentina was something else. I had to run almost 70 metres being chased by Lionel Messi. Believe me, that's hard…

Posted by: han2503 Jan 26 2007, 04:05 PM

Kaká wary of Nakamura
Friday, 5 January 2007


AC Milan may have breathed a sigh of relief when they missed FC Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League draw, but in his latest diary entry for uefa.com Kaká warns not to underestimate Celtic FC when the two sides meet next month.

Concentration
Last time I said nobody was willing to draw Barcelona in the next round of the UEFA Champions League, but it doesn’t mean AC Milan should feel lucky to have avoided them. At this point of the competition there are no easy ties. Ties that might look simple can end up being very tough and complex. Sometimes it's better to draw a team with more tradition in order to keep everybody on their toes, especially in terms of concentration.

Nakamura threat
There are no easy sides in the UEFA Champions League, which has been proven time and again in recent years. Any slump can prove fatal. Celtic certainly aren’t just hoping to enjoy qualifying for the knockout stages for the first time. I played them a couple of seasons ago with Milan and we had to work hard to win 3-1 at home and draw in Glasgow. Although Celtic have changed managers and some key players, I don't really think there have been major alterations to their playing philosophy. I remember Celtic as a team are very strong physically and look to use dead-ball situations to their advantage. This is certainly a very interesting ace up their sleeve now they have [Shunsuke] Nakamura and his free-kicks.

Ups and downs
The fact Celtic kept a clean sheet against us in Glasgow a couple of seasons ago is strong evidence that the Scots will be looking to cause another upset, just like they did against Manchester United last year. People ask me if Milan's highs and lows in form can give Celtic some belief, but I prefer to think about our good European pedigree which always demands respect, even when we have been fluctuating between good and bad moments. We have a good chance to get things going in Serie A from next week and then build up for the UEFA Champions League ties against Celtic. Naturally, however, they will be looking to cause us all sorts of problems. But I don't see them behaving like the sides we face in Serie A. Teams in the UEFA Champions League are big clubs used to going forward and getting results.

Scoring rival
A Brazilian journalist has taunted me by saying that Nakamura's free-kick against United will make people scratch their heads when trying to decide the best goal of the UEFA Champions League so far. Before then there was that strike of mine against Anderlecht. I saw Nakamura's goal and was really impressed by how he hit the ball so well, let alone that the goal was so important for Celtic's campaign. Having said that, I'd love to score the most beautiful goal of this year's competition.

New generation
Unfortunately, even our winter break did not allow me to stay in Brazil for long. I only spent a few days there and just had time to see my relatives and some close friends. The Brazilian footballing season had already finished so I couldn't see in person how our football is doing. But I regularly follow the games on TV when I'm in Italy and have seen that a lot of new players have come through, as they usually do [in Brazil]. This year will be important for us because the South American qualifiers for the World Cup begin and we've got a new generation of players.

Cannavaro achievement
One of my mates, Ronaldinho, had another chance to be voted the best player in the world, but Fabio Cannavaro had the last laugh. He was one of last season's best players and although there are always a few others who deserve to be called the best in the world, Cannavaro was a very good choice, and the first defender to win it. After all, he represents Italy, the world champions. It was a well-earned accolade for him.

Training hard
As for AC Milan, we still have a lot of work to do before even thinking of Celtic. We have been training hard in Malta ahead of the second half of the season and I'm sure this will be good for us to patch up a few things and get ready for a very hard campaign. Not only do we have the UEFA Champions League to focus on, but we're in a complicated position in Serie A and need to guarantee a place in next year's UEFA Champions League, which is why nobody can be talking about prioritising one or another competition. The first half of the season was hard on the domestic front because of the punishment handed to the club, but we can't look back now.

Posted by: han2503 Jan 26 2007, 04:06 PM

Kaká issues Ronaldo welcome
Friday, 26 January 2007

There has been much talk about January signings and one of the players linked to AC Milan was Ronaldo.

'Delightful'
I don't need to tell anybody how important he has been to football for the last decade and it would be delightful to play alongside Ronaldo again. Regardless what people say, I believe that he still has a lot to offer in football if he keeps himself motivated enough.

Favouring Luis Fabiano
Having said that, AC Milan know what they are doing in terms of looking for players. If they asked me for a youngster they could sign, I would say Luis Fabiano, a striker who has been doing really well in Spain this season. He plays for Sevilla FC, who are giving FC Barcelona and Real Madrid CF a run for their money in the Primera División.

Hard times
But nobody is immune from hard times in football. As most of you know, AC Milan have had a fair share of trouble in Serie A this season and that somehow overshadowed our campaign in the UEFA Champions League.

Ancelotti ability
One thing we can't complain about, however, is lack of support from the board. They have publicly showed support for Carlo Ancelotti, our coach, and I think this is a fundamental step to guarantee a smooth atmosphere at AC Milan. Coaches need peace to work. I admire Ancelotti for his ability to manage egos. He has got a big group of players, many of them stars, but always makes everybody feel part of the team even when one or another player does not get many games. This is a big virtue.

Portugal encounter
The year 2007 is a special one for Brazilians wanting to be part of the national team. We have the Copa América and the start of FIFA World Cup qualifiers, but right now we are thinking of the friendly against Portugal in London on 6 February. It will be a very interesting test - Portugal finished amongst the top four in the World Cup and they won their last game against us in 2003. It's also a great opportunity for the Brazilian players to show our coach what we can do.

Happy memories
It will be great to be back in London, a city that will forever bring good memories to me because of that goal I scored against Argentina last September. It was a beauty, one of the best of my career, and it was also important because it was my first game for Brazil since the World Cup.

Shevchenko friendship
Maybe when I am in London I will also have a chance to catch up with my friend Andriy Shevchenko. I was glad to see him scoring goals again this week. Sheva is a top guy and one of the best strikers in the world and I can assure anybody that all those stories about his behaviour in the dressing room are rubbish. He has always proved to be loyal to his team mates in Milan and can be a good friend.

Best to come
It is always hard for a player to adapt to a new country and a new school of football and that's why the English haven't seen the same player he was in Italy. Sooner rather than later he will become one of the stars of the Premiership, I'm sure.

Posted by: mchanna Jan 29 2007, 09:43 PM

The church is in trouble because they somehow are frauds or something like that,
my brazilian friend told me that this is the church kaka is a member of:
http://www.religionnewsblog.com/17237/us-detains-brazil-mega-church-founders-over-cash

here it's in portuguese
http://globoesporte.globo.com/ESP/Noticia/0,,AA1434937-4840,00.html
http://globoesporte.globo.com/ESP/Noticia/0,,AA1435027-4840,00.html

Maybe that's the reason why he's off form lol

Posted by: zdrossoneri Feb 9 2007, 12:28 PM

have you seen this: Robinho, Cannavaro and Diarra and money for Kaka!
I'd still definitely say NO... because money is not everything... I'd never let go of Kaka for even Ronaldinho...

Posted by: X-Offender Feb 9 2007, 04:35 PM

QUOTE (zdrossoneri @ Feb 9 2007, 12:28 PM)
have you seen this: Robinho, Cannavaro and Diarra and money for Kaka!
I'd still definitely say NO... because money is not everything... I'd never let go of Kaka for even Ronaldinho...
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For the simple reason that Kakà is much better than Ronaldinho.

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Feb 9 2007, 07:43 PM

QUOTE (X-Offender @ Feb 9 2007, 06:35 PM)
For the simple reason that Kakà is much better than Ronaldinho.
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He definatelly is devil.gif

Posted by: han2503 Feb 16 2007, 05:47 PM

Safety first, says Kaká
Friday, 16 February 2007


Anybody who loves football must have felt sad and shocked with the recent events in Italy. A policeman got killed while trying to do his job and guarantee the safety of spectators. I prefer to focus on how this tragedy has sparked a movement towards creating better conditions for the public in Italian stadia. It is positive to see the interests of the supporters being taken into account, even if it means that AC Milan, for example, will have to play with a reduced crowd capacity at the San Siro. It will hopefully create an improved atmosphere that will help bring families back to our games. Football is for all ages to enjoy.

Passion
Some people say a smaller crowd could result in a less intimidating environment for AC Milan's opponents, but I think this is much more driven by passion, than mere numbers. In Glasgow, it's pretty obvious that Celtic FC fans will be singing their hearts out at Parkhead for the first leg of our UEFA Champions League tie but as much as supporters are normally considered as a club's 12th man, I believe our group has a lot of experienced athletes who can't be easily intimidated by external factors.

Focus
I have watched a few of the Scottish league games and the English Premiership is also one of my favourite tournaments so I appreciate how strong their teams are, and for me it is no surprise that the five British sides in the Champions League have made it to the knockout stages. I expect Celtic to be striving hard against us to live up to the great tradition of Scottish football. Journalists have asked me if the fact that they are cruising in the Scottish league could be an advantage to them, as Milan need to focus on the Champions League but also on fighting to get back into the European places in Serie A. But to be honest, I reckon this leaves us more focused on the job, even if we have the physical burden of fighting on two fronts.

Honour
That is one of the reasons I was so happy with Ronaldo's arrival. Even though he is cup-tied because of his appearances for Real Madrid CF in the Champions League, his Serie A debut showed how important he might prove to be for us in the league this season. A team like AC Milan cannot afford to be away from Europe's top competition and Ronaldo has got enough quality to help us qualify. I would also like to use this opportunity to thank all of you who voted for me in the uefa.com team of the year. It's always really flattering when the public chooses you. For me, it will always be an honour to be part of that list and I will keep working hard to repeat my selection in the future.

Brazil defeat
In terms of my national team, we Brazilians unfortunately lost our first match since the FIFA World Cup last week - although there is no shame in being defeated by Portugal, a side that finished fourth in Germany 2006 and were runners-up in UEFA EURO 2004â„¢. We had our chances to win the game, especially in the first half, but the Portuguese players seized their two chances in the final ten minutes. That's what matters in football: you can play well, but scoring goals always determines the winner.

Posted by: han2503 Feb 16 2007, 05:53 PM

DP

Posted by: mchanna Mar 5 2007, 12:39 AM

QUOTE
Faith guides Milan's Brazilian boy blessed from on high
DAN BRENNAN

IN 1999, Arsene Wenger travelled to Brazil to watch a few matches in the company of his old friend and former team-mate, Jose Fuentes, by then one of Brazil's top agents. Fuentes suggested a Sao Paulo under-16 match, as there were several promising youngsters who might be of interest. The performance of a diminutive, and decidedly frail looking midfielder by the name of Ricardo Izecson dos Santos Leite went completely unnoticed.

Like the man at Decca who turned down the Beatles for a record deal, he must surely kick himself every time he recalls how he let Kaka - for it was he - slip from right under his nose. But then, Wenger was not alone in overlooking the teenager's nascent talents.
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"Until he turned 19, Kaka was essentially an unknown player beyond his club," explains Breno Tannuri, a leading Brazilian football lawyer, who has worked with Kaka. "I think the first time people really started to take notice was in the final of the Copa Rio between São Paulo and Botafogo [in 2001]. He came off the bench and scored two fantastic goals to help win the game."

That was only half the story. The game against Botafogo was Kaka's first match in a year. And the fact that he was able to play at all was nigh on miraculous. In 2000, he smashed his head on the bottom of a swimming pool, fracturing one of his spinal vertebrae. The accident threatened to leave him paralysed. "The doctors said I was very lucky to recover," Kaka later recalled.

The fact that Kaka managed to become a footballer in the first place is, in itself, something of a miracle. Born with a bone deficiency that stunted his growth throughout his childhood, he also suffers from myopia which means he needs to wear contact lenses on the pitch. And, then there is the matter of his quintessentially middle-class background, a far cry from the poverty of the favelas that have produced so many of Brazil's top footballers over the decades.

Ricardo Izecson dos Santos Leite was born in Brasilia on 15 May 1982. When he was four, his engineer father Bosco uprooted the family to Cuiaba, Brazil's hottest city, but a million miles from its main football hotbeds. It was only when Bosco's work took them to Sao Paulo, and, an apartment located a stone's throw from the Morumbi stadium, that Kaka's destiny began to take shape.

"We got a call from the school," recalls Bosco. "They said he was talented, and got him into a team for seven to eight-year-olds called Alphaville that reached a local final. That got him noticed and he was invited to enrol at Sao Paulo."

Despite his frail and diminutive build - a result of his bone condition - Kaka was soon being asked to play with kids a year older than him. "He stood out immediately as a player who would bring big returns to Sao Paulo," recalls Milton Cruz, now Sao Paulo's assistant manager, who coached Kaka from the age of 13. "He was so small and thin, but I could tell he had talent. He was intelligent, he could see connections. But he wasn't strong enough at first, the ball was bigger than his legs! I remember one time he wanted to take a penalty and I wondered if he'd have the strength to kick it as far as the goal! He caught my attention, though.

"You could tell he was different," adds Cruz. "He was always asking for advice, always keen to improve. I remember telling him that he needed to learn how to play with both moulded studs and screw-ins because in Europe the players use different ones depending on the conditions. The next day he was training with fixed studs."

Sao Paulo worked hard at building him up, putting him on a special diet and making him do extra physical workouts from the age of 14. "He was determined to get bigger and become strong enough to compete with older children. He always ate well and did what he was told in the gym. He never missed any sessions and never cheated when nutritionists gave him a special diet to build him up," adds Cruz.

By the age of 17, when he completed school, the physical training and application had paid off, as Sao Paulo offered him a first contract. According to Carlinhos Neves, the club's physical fitness coach, and a close friend of Kaka's family, it is his intelligence that marks out him from many of his peers.

He had originally contemplated following his father into engineering, and has spoken recently about going on to do an MBA once he stops playing.

"He has a cultural level that a lot of players lack," says Neves. "He studied hard and went to good schools. He has access to the things that the middle classes in Brazil have access to, but are denied to most people in our country. His hero is Rai [the Sao Paulo legend, who also hailed from a middle-class family], both for his football and for the way he has lived his life. But I would say that [Rai] was a little more intellectual.

"Quite simply, he has a broader vision than most players. He's able to think things out clearly. He's centred. He knows how to deal with the demands of his situation and with all the attention. He's always polite and always has time for everyone. He doesn't think he's special. He has this quality that draws people towards him."

Kaka's Sao Paulo team-mates jokingly referred to him as "playboy" - which in Brazil means someone who is white, middle class - and "mummy's boy". But his popularity was never in question. In fact, his family apartment became a second home for many of his fellow players. "We'd go and play football and video games, or to eat together," says Juan Maldonado Jaimes Junior, one of Kaka's former Sao Paulo teammates. "Some players even went there when Kaka was away. His family were very welcoming to us."

"Players would often spend the weekends with us," adds Bosco. "They were from the interior and after training all week they had nowhere to go. Kaka used to invite them back. Sometimes we'd have as many as eight kids staying. Even today, my wife gets calls from players all over Brazil saying, 'hi, Aunt Simone, how are you?'"

In February 2002, while still at Sao Paulo, Kaka was signed up to be one of the faces of Armani. "Kaka has the perfect image for Emporio [Armani]. He is young, he is wholesome, he carries himself well and there is a simplicity about him," says André Brett, former Armani brand manager in Brazil. "Within the world of sport, he is the man who best fitted our concept."

The icon status was not new. Even as a youth player at Sao Paulo, Kaka was inundated with fan mail, primarily from female admirers. His mother, Simone used to respond to all the letters. But as his fame grew, she recalled, "things went crazy"; fans would flock to the family apartment, and the deluge of mail, teddy bears and even pants from admiring female fans became too much.

Not that Kaka - possibly the nearest thing football has to Cliff Richard - took advantage of the adulation. He is a devout Christian, his faith crystallised by that near-death experience in the pool. Whenever he scores, he eschews wild celebrations, instead raising his fingers to the heavens, and occasionally revealing a t-shirt bearing the legend "I belong to Jesus'". Ahead of his marriage to teenage sweetheart Carolina in December 2005, he proudly admitted to being a virgin. And he donates 10% of all his earnings to the Church. "I don't miss it. God has given me more," he says.

These days of course, that is 10% of quite a lot. Within a month of moving to Milan in 2003, for a £5m fee that then president Silvio Berlusconi subsequently described as "peanuts", Kaka had established himself as a regular at the heart of the Rossoneri midfield. In the space of the past three years, he has cemented his reputation as one of the finest playmakers in the business. Last year, when a poll by the respected Brazilian football magazine O Globo asked who was the best player in the world, Kaka garnered 81.5% of the votes (Ronaldinho polled a paltry 11%).

Even against the backdrop the Moggigate scandal, which saw Milan docked eight points and ruled out of the race for the Scudetto, Kaka has been in a fine vein of form. And he says that the problems merely serve to heighten the team's sense of purpose. "The difficulties at the start of the season meant our objectives changed," he said last week. "We're used to fighting for the title, but this season we're fighting for a place in the Champions League. That has made this year's Champions League more important; we are really playing to win."

And this is a young man who is used to achieving his goals. While recovering from that injury in 2000, having narrowly escaped paralysis, Kaka made a list of ten things he wanted to accomplish in his career. The first was simply to play football again. At the bottom of the list was a desire to play for Brazil and to win a move to a big club in Italy or Spain. By 2003, he had achieved all ten. In comparison, his target for this season seems relatively modest.

http://sport.scotsman.com/football.cfm?id=342202007

This is a perfect article about our Golden Boy. I feel like the writer was his confident.
A must-read!

Posted by: dst Mar 5 2007, 01:21 AM

He is a rare gem! smile.gif

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Mar 5 2007, 09:44 AM

Thanx mchanna king.gif

Posted by: Jack Sparrow Mar 5 2007, 07:22 PM

Great read. The writer really took a lot of effort. Refreshing from the usual B.S they write in newspapers.

Posted by: kaka_sheva Mar 6 2007, 02:43 AM

thanks for the lovely article hanna!

QUOTE
"Quite simply, he has a broader vision than most players. He's able to think things out clearly. He's centred. He knows how to deal with the demands of his situation and with all the attention. He's always polite and always has time for everyone. He doesn't think he's special. He has this quality that draws people towards him."

charismatic! cool.gif

QUOTE
He is a devout Christian, his faith crystallised by that near-death experience in the pool. Whenever he scores, he eschews wild celebrations, instead raising his fingers to the heavens, and occasionally revealing a t-shirt bearing the legend "I belong to Jesus'". Ahead of his marriage to teenage sweetheart Carolina in December 2005, he proudly admitted to being a virgin. And he donates 10% of all his earnings to the Church. "I don't miss it. God has given me more," he says.

dats what i luv about the guy, his faith innocent.gif ...it's what got me to like him in the first place

Posted by: redbabies Mar 11 2007, 11:46 PM

wow, I was full of goosebumps while reading. Its GREAT, AMAZING, INCREDIBLE article.

Now that I know his life, I just love him more!

Posted by: kurtsimonw Mar 12 2007, 12:00 AM

Thanks for the post Mchanna, great read. As always there's a great story behind a great player.

Well on his way to becoming a Milan legend.

Posted by: sansiro1708 Mar 16 2007, 02:50 AM

CAPITANO= RHINO!!!!!-NESTA-AMBRO-KAKA!!!
i believe the players that have a trully black & red all the way heart are PAOLO,BILLY,RHINO,AMBRO,PIPPO,KAKA
the others are rossoneros as well but u can see in there eyes wat theyre hearts believe in....that is AC MILAN!!!
Ill give it to RHINO all the way and if not it will be between KAKA and NESTA

Posted by: nuh Mar 16 2007, 10:09 AM

same here @ sansiro1708

Posted by: han2503 Mar 16 2007, 05:53 PM

'Write Milan off at your peril'
Friday, 16 March 2007

Whenever I think of the UEFA Champions League, my immediate feeling is I want to play in it for as long as possible to have another shot at the trophy. And I'm glad AC Milan bought more time after a very tough tie against Celtic FC. The Scots' resilience did not surprise me and the team was ready for extra time and even penalties. At the San Siro it seemed the ball just did not want to go in, but we kept on believing things could get better.

'Amazing sensation'
It was an amazing sensation to score a very important goal to put us through. I got the ball in midfield and saw the opening that the team were looking for. All I could think of was scoring and only afterwards I realised the goal against Celtic looked a lot like the one I scored for Brazil against Argentina in London last year. It came at a very important moment for Milan, but no desperation was in the air. Credit to Celtic, though. They made everything really hard.

'European powerhouse'
Now we've got FC Bayern München, a European powerhouse that knocked out Real Madrid CF from this year's competition. The Germans are a very strong side and filled with skilled and experienced players. Oliver Khan, Lucio and Roy Makaay, for example, have been around for a while. I believe our tie will be a classic Champions League encounter, decided on details. Having said that, I don't really think that playing the second game in Munich should be a problem. A team really willing to win the Champions League has to do it anywhere.

Serie A challenge
Many people thought we were relieved to go through to the quarter-finals, but that was much more because of this unusual season for AC Milan. We are used to fighting for titles, but the punishment in Serie A brought this extra battle - the fight to be in the UEFA Champions League qualifying zone. Perhaps the extra 30 minutes against Celtic hampered us a bit against FC Internazionale Milano last week, but there are still 13 games to go in Serie A and we can make it.

Motivation
I don't really mind that AC Milan are not being considered hot favourites for the Champions League title - although the team's history in this competition should suggest otherwise. In this tournament, the champions are not always the sides doing well in their national leagues. Besides, having the odds against us is a way to motivate us even more. The fact some odds put me and Didier Drogba as hot tips for the top scorer spot is flattering, but I'd rather win the Champions League than score a lot of goals. I have also heard people saying the two remaining Italian sides will be hoping to get their hands on the trophy to leave a good message after the scandals in Italian football. Regardless what some might think, I wouldn't want them crediting our motivation to something that is already in the past.

Posted by: han2503 Apr 7 2007, 03:22 PM

Kaká braced for 'battle ahead'
Thursday, 5 April 2007


AC Milan had victory in their hands against [FC] Bayern [München] in the first leg of the [UEFA] Champions League quarter-finals, and the fact we let it slip through our fingers on the last kick of the game meant we didn't leave the San Siro with smiles on our faces. I don't think there's any need for desperation, though. As much as Bayern deserve respect, not only because of their history but also because of the quality players they've got, AC Milan can win in Munich. I have a feeling the duel there will be one of those historic European nights.

High expectations
The game in Milan has already shown both sides can definitely rise to people's expectations. I know people will concentrate on the controversies surrounding the referee's decisions, including the penalty that gave us a 2-1 lead, but please leave me out of this pointless argument. Blaming the referee has become such a cliché and I really don't think it's fair to judge the official for a decision he has to make in a fraction of a second. It's very easy to accuse them later, after everybody has seen the replays on TV.

'Powerhouse'
Some people in Munich might see it differently, but I think AC Milan dominated the game at the San Siro and were superior to Bayern. This is the main positive we will take to the away match. We are convinced we can outplay them in front of their supporters. By can, I don't mean we will, but it's important for us to keep our heads up. AC Milan are a powerhouse in the Champions League because they rarely do badly in the competition.

'Mental resilience'
Because this season has been tough so far, maybe we will have the mental resilience to face this next challenge, which is why I won't be daydreaming about the goals I've already scored. Every single one of them is special and perhaps last season I'd have laughed at anyone who suggested I could finish as the Champions League's top scorer. Goals are scored for the team and I want to score more to take us further and further, but if a team-mate scores a series of hat-tricks, it's not a problem for me at all.

'Battle ahead'
Bayern know their advantage is not huge and it's hard to believe they might sit back on the away-goals rule in front of their crowd. Big clubs aren't like that. Nonetheless, it's up to AC Milan to make things happen. We've got to be intelligent and use our style and experience to breach their defence. This tie is far from over and I'm sure both sides are aware of the battle ahead.

Posted by: kaka_sheva Apr 21 2007, 03:49 PM

Tomorrow's the big guy's burrday!!!!! biggrin.gif biggrin.gif biggrin.gif
An early birthday wish from me to him:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!

*the font size is 22 tongue.gif

Posted by: anano1214 Apr 22 2007, 10:26 AM

Happy Birthday Ricky wub.gif



Posted by: dst Apr 22 2007, 10:58 AM

Happy Birthday!

Posted by: arivanjj Apr 22 2007, 11:41 AM

Happy Birthday Golden Boy king.gif

Posted by: Fillipo Simone Apr 22 2007, 11:50 AM



My best wishes... devil.gif

Posted by: misha Apr 22 2007, 02:30 PM

Happy Birthday Ricky!! king.gif

Posted by: Portikins Apr 22 2007, 03:09 PM

Happy b'day K22! smile.gif

Posted by: drizzt Apr 22 2007, 03:34 PM

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KAKA!

Hope you'll score a lot next season!!

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Posted by: han2503 Apr 22 2007, 04:31 PM

Happy Birthday Ricky!

Now lead us towards the cup with big ears cool.gif

Posted by: arivanjj Apr 24 2007, 11:48 AM

vote for Kaka on uefa.com

http://www.uefa.com/fanzone/pots/index.html

Posted by: kurtsimonw Apr 26 2007, 12:01 PM

His second goal alone on tuesday night is enough to win him the World Players of the Year award, that was special. cool.gif

Posted by: han2503 Apr 28 2007, 07:11 PM

Kaká plots revenge mission
Friday, 27 April 2007


I have to admit we left Old Trafford a little bit disappointed on Tuesday night but not with our heads down at all. I only say that we were sad because of the late goal we conceded. It's frustrating to have let in another late goal, just like we did against [FC] Bayern München in the last round. I don't want to take anything away from the quality of Manchester United [FC]'s play, and [Wayne] Rooney's goal though. It was an incredibly good finish from Rooney. In no way would I rest any blame on Dida for failing to stop it because the timing of the shot was absolutely perfect.

'Great chance'
If the match had finished 2-2 I still feel we would have a mountain to climb although those away goals are very important. But losing the first leg is not the end of the world by any means and I believe we stand a great chance of turning the tie around at the San Siro next week. The game at Old Trafford was a real spectacle and I'm convinced the second leg will be another amazing game – perhaps even more amazing than the first match. It was a wonderful show for the fans and it could be another one on Wednesday. I was hugely impressed by the atmosphere inside Old Trafford. Even at half-time when they were losing 2-1, the United fans were still singing and getting behind their team. I'm sure our fans will show the same kind of spirit as United fans displayed. We haven't enjoyed a great season but the fans have been brilliant and have been by our side throughout the season.

'Maldini legend'
I was really happy to score twice in the first leg and to have scored so many goals in the competition this season, but it is winning the Champions League that means the most to me. I have come close to winning it before two years ago and would love to do it this season. Despite trailing United at this stage I still think we have a great shout at winning the cup this season. I've been asked this week what I think of my team-mate Paolo Maldini. The answer is simple, he is a legend. Anyone who says he is too old is talking rubbish. It's obvious that he doesn't perhaps have the same speed or the same physical prowess that he had earlier in his career but his experience and leadership more than compensate for that. You could see for yourself how much we missed him in the second half at Old Trafford. Maldini is an inspiration.

'Amazing Ronaldo'
I've also been asked what I thought of Leo Messi's brilliant goal for Barcelona last week and whether I was jealous! The answer is no, of course not, it was a great goal. It's even been compared to my goal against Argentina in London but all I will say is that they were two great goals, scored by two different players, with different characteristics. It's good for football to see wonderful goals like Messi's. It's not a competition between us. I think Leo Messi along with and Cristiano Ronaldo are the two best players in the world this season. I really appreciate the skills of Ronaldo. He plays like a Brazilian. He has so much skill and speed. He is an amazing footballer. Do I feel as if I am battling with Messi and Ronaldo to be in the top three? No of course not. I don't feel it's a competition at all. Football needs players to play great football

Posted by: dst May 3 2007, 12:21 AM

QUOTE
Kaka: I need to improve
Wednesday 2 May, 2007

Ricky Kaka is a candidate for the Ballon d’Or and Champions League top scorer, but assures he’s not reached his peak yet.

“I am not at the top of my game yet. I’m better than last season, but I have many more areas to improve upon,” said the Brazilian.

“A while back I said I preferred to play with two strikers in front of me and all hell broke loose. I need to learn, improve, adapt and figure out the kind of things that forwards do so I can become a more complete player.”

He may be a Trequartista, but Carlo Ancelotti has transformed the former Sao Paolo starlet into a world class support striker.

“It is brilliant to be so close to the goal, but this is what I have to learn, how to make the most of the finish rather than provide the final ball for my teammates.”

Kaka has certainly settled into this new role, as he is the Champions League top scorer with 10 goals in 12 games.

With the Final still to play, he could even reach Ruud Van Nistelrooy’s all-time record of 12 goals in one campaign.

“If I can score a brace in the Final and become all-time top scorer, that would be incredible, but the most important thing is that the team gets to lift the trophy.”

He scored three of Milan’s five goals against Manchester United over two legs in the semi-final, setting up a special clash in Athens on May 23.

“It was a perfect match from Milan. It will be wonderful to face Liverpool again and it feels like a unique opportunity, so we hope this Final will be different.”

This is a repeat of the 2005 Final in Turkey, when Milan were leading 3-0 only to concede three goals in six minutes and eventually lose on penalties.

“It is a great chance to win a match we should have won two years ago. I do not look at it as revenge, but rather an opportunity to make up for that day in Istanbul.”


http://www.channel4.com/sport/football_italia/may2p.html


ohmy.gif Are you kidding me!!!!!!!!??????? ohmy.gif ohmy.gif


Posted by: fresh_prince7 May 3 2007, 08:15 AM

He is a very special person.. kaka' your my wonderwall.. king.gif

Posted by: arivanjj May 3 2007, 08:58 AM

he needs to improve?

ummm huh...

Posted by: Nawroz May 3 2007, 10:04 AM

Kaka needs to improve, you boys dont know what he means by that, this is what he means:

Kaka was a very ruud and bad boy in the last two CL games, he showed no respect to other great Rooney and the geniues of C. Ronaldo who was said to be as great as Pele, maradona and R9, he should have showed some respect for them, expect, he embarssed and humiliated them, a7a7a7ahahahahahahaha, biggrin.gif it was very nice to see how C. Ronaldo is not worth kaka's shoe-lasses.

So thats what i mean boys, someone told him to improve your attitude, at least he is trying.

Posted by: javierk128 May 3 2007, 05:18 PM

grande kaka, i think his arrival at milan, with rivaldo and rui costa as his masters was decisive in his carreer and i think now we are seeing the fruits of the job. if he think he hasn´t reach his max level.. i don´t know what to think ohmy.gif king.gif devil.gif

Posted by: elcordobez May 8 2007, 07:03 AM

QUOTE
The World's Top Ten Creative Players
1. Kaka – Ac Milan

The semi-final tie between Manchester United and Milan was labelled the clash of the two best players in the world, Ronaldo and Kaka. This year it has been hard to separate these two devastating talents but over two legs, it was clear that one was there, while the other had some distance to go. After Shevchenko’s departure to West London, Milan looked to Kaka to guide the allegedly ageing Rossoneri. And he has done just that! After AC Milan’s point deduction the team in red and black’s season was in danger. But Kaka has been able to shed some light on a relatively dark Milan side.

Despite their recent success, he has papered over quite a few short-comings, and any half-honest Milan fan will agree. Their season’s form had been up and down as they raced towards clinching fourth place in Serie A. Thanks to his goals (mostly solo efforts) and assists, Milan have battled through the Champions League, and find themselves with a great chance of making it seven European Cups. You know that if Kaka is on form, there is surely only one winner. Ballon d'Or, here he comes!

http://www.goal.com/en/Articolo.aspx?ContenutoId=298248


His list is sort of questionable,aside from the top 4 or 5 they're usually pretty easy to pick.But Kaka is no.1 that's all that counts.
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Posted by: dst May 11 2007, 11:26 PM

QUOTE
Kaka hopeful on star duo

Kaka has urged Ronaldinho and Andrei Shevchenko to join him at Milan.

Speculation is rife in Italy that Shevchenko could return to the San Siro after an unremarkable first season at Chelsea.

Vice president Adriano Galliani admitted this week that Milan would keep a place open for Shevchenko, and Kaka insists he would be delighted to welcome back the Ukrainian.

"Should the president decide to take him back I'd be happy," Kaka told Corriere dello Sport.

"I don't think he made a wrong choice, because maybe in two or three years he would have won everything with Chelsea.

"But it is not good for him being in the stands in Athens (at the UEFA Champions League final) and supporting his friends and his former team-mates.

"I'm sorry for him too, because he's a friend and a great champion."

Barcelona have regularly reiterated their intention to keep hold of Ronaldinho but he continues to be linked with a move to Milan, largely because of his friendship with Kaka.

"He's a big player and it's not a secret that we have a good feeling," said Kaka.

"Ronaldinho at Milan would be beautiful, as he's one of the world strongest players.

"His arrival would be positive both for me and the club."


http://home.skysports.com/list.aspx?hlid=466212&CPID=21&clid=120&lid=8&title=Kaka+hopeful+on+star+duo


So that you can leave?? NO, we're getting noone and you're staying!!! devil.gif

QUOTE
Ronaldo hails 'sensational' Kaka

Cristiano Ronaldo has admitted it is an honour to be compared to Kaka.

The Manchester United winger has earned rave reviews for his performances this season and has been hailed as possibly the best player in the world today.

But Kaka has also been in scintillating form for Milan this season and Ronaldo concedes it is pleasing to be rated in the same bracket as the Brazilian.

"In Europe there are many good players," Ronaldo told Gazzetta dello Sport.

"Kaka? He's sensational, being compared to him makes me shiver."

Ronaldo recently ended speculation about his future by signing a long-term deal with Manchester United, but he admits he is fond of the Italian league.

"When I was a child my dream was to become a professional in Portugal, I didn't think of the Premiership or Serie A," he said.

"But it's clear that if one day I arrive to play in Italy it would give me a lot of satisfaction because, with the Premiership, it is the world's most competitive league.

"For the moment I continue going to Italy only on holiday."

Manchester United's hopes of winning the treble disappeared when they lost to Milan in the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League, but they have secured the Premiership title and Ronaldo is determined to claim the FA Cup.

"You can't win everything in a year," he said.

"We won the Premiership, and we want also the FA Cup.

"In the Champions League we played really well, but at the San Siro we were not up to the task against a good Milan.

"But we will keep the lesson with us so we will have everything to win the Champions League in 2008."


http://home.skysports.com/list.aspx?hlid=466208&CPID=8&clid=1&lid=8&title=Ronaldo+hails+'sensational'+Kaka&channel=&


Earning some points... still very low though!! cool.gif

Posted by: Portikins May 12 2007, 12:09 AM

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Kaká pede dispensa temporária da selecção


 
Kaká pediu dispensa da Seleção Brasileira, que vai disputar a Copa América, em Junho e Julho (na Venezuela), de forma a poder ter férias e descansar da época desgastante que teve no Milan.

Segundo o site brasileiro Lancenet, o jogador telefonou para a equipa técnica chefiada por Dunga e terá vincado o facto de não parar desde 2005, uma vez que na época passada esteve presente no Mundial.

Ainda segundo o site, Dunga terá aceite o pedido de Kaká e vai mesmo prescindir dele nesta competição, situação que se deverá repetir com Ronaldinho Gaúcho que já havia feito saber das suas intenções por intermédio do seu irmão e representante, Roberto Assis.

http://www.record.pt/noticia.asp?id=744680&idCanal=44


OK. It's like this: the portuguese press quotes the brazillian website Lancenet saying that Kaka' phoned Dunga to rest during the Summer (not to participate in Copa America next June-July). Just the same that Ronaldinho asked some weeks ago.

Dunga accepted both situations. We'll see if it's true or not but I really hope so.

Posted by: dst May 12 2007, 12:45 AM

He does need to rest! I hope it's true and Dunga accepts his decision.

Posted by: arivanjj May 12 2007, 04:57 AM

Kaka's map to Athens

Kaka has urged Milan to bring in Andriy Shevchenko and Ronaldinho next season, revealing as a child he mapped out his career leading up to Athens.

“I chose Milan because in San Paolo I played alongside Leonardo for six months and he was constantly outlining how great the club was,” explained the 25-year-old who was snapped up for just over £5m in 2003.

“I was very young when I planned out my career. I was going to play for a big club in Brazil, then come to Europe, to Italy, take part in a World Cup and Olympics. At the end of the map was the Champions League Final.”

He will play his second Final on May 23 against Liverpool, the same side that beat the Rossoneri in the 2005 edition on penalties after a 3-3 draw.

“Steven Gerrard is more important to them than Rafa Benitez. He is a great player, a leader on the field and a real focal point for Liverpool,” Kaka told the ‘Corriere dello Sport.’

Another Premiership player will be cheering on Milan, as the club invited Shevchenko to sit in the stands as their guest in Athens. Should the Ukrainian perhaps regret his decision to join Chelsea?

“I am pleased he’ll be there and I wouldn’t speak of a wrong choice. Perhaps in two or three years he will have won everything with Chelsea. Of course it’s worse for him to be in the stands cheering on his ex-teammates.

“It is also disappointing for me, because he is a great friend and a real champion. I would definitely like him back at Milan, so if the President decided to bring him in, I’d be happy.”

Another star Kaka has publicly backed for a San Siro switch is his Brazil teammate Ronaldinho, who was on the end of a fan protest after Barcelona’s Copa del Rey debacle this week.

“He is a great player and there’s no secret we have an excellent rapport. Ronaldinho at Milan would be wonderful, as he’s one of the best in the world. His arrival would be positive both for me and the club.”

If Ronaldinho is the subject of transfer speculation, then so is Kaka, as Real Madrid continue to offer record-breaking fees.

“I have said a thousand times that I have a contract with Milan until 2011 and will respect it. After the summer holidays, unless there are truly extraordinary decisions, I will be a Milan player.

“Only the club can sell me, so if they don’t opt to kick me out, I will remain. I am happy here and feel at home. My family feels good here too and I have the opportunity to learn a great deal.”

Already the Champions League top scorer, Kaka is the hot favourite to pick up the Ballon d’Or at the end of 2007.

“I am in good form as I reached the top at the right time, but I know that overall I can and must improve. It is an individual prize and I leave it to the media to make that decision. In any case, to win the Ballon d’Or you need a team behind you and this is why I am only focused on Athens.”


http://www.channel4.com/sport/football_italia/may12b.html

Posted by: arivanjj May 12 2007, 04:59 AM

QUOTE (arivanjj @ May 12 2007, 01:57 PM)
“I have said a thousand times that I have a contract with Milan until 2011 and will respect it. After the summer holidays, unless there are truly extraordinary decisions, I will be a Milan player."

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Porty you might wanna add this to your sig. wink.gif

Posted by: han2503 May 12 2007, 09:28 AM

QUOTE (arivanjj @ May 12 2007, 03:57 AM)
“Only the club can sell me, so if they don’t opt to kick me out, I will remain."
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I like this one also biggrin.gif

Posted by: arivanjj May 12 2007, 10:04 AM

QUOTE (han2503 @ May 12 2007, 06:28 PM)
I like this one also  biggrin.gif
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i wouldn't be so sure about that one tongue.gif

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Posted by: Rossoneri7 May 12 2007, 12:12 PM

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Kaka drops Copa America

Kaka has sent a letter to the Brazilian Federation asking to be left out of the Copa America. “I haven’t rested for three seasons and could not perform.”

The Milan starlet has just turned 25 and is a favourite to win the Ballon d’Or for 2007, but as he prepares for the Champions League Final, he is already looking ahead to next season.


“I am always proud to be called up for the national team and, in view of a possible call for the Copa America, I believe I would not be in the ideal condition to give the performances expected of me at international level. I have not rested for three seasons,” said the letter printed on the Cbf official website.


As the Rossoneri cannot qualify in the top two of Serie A, they will have to go through a preliminary round in August – leaving Kaka precious little time to rest as the Copa America runs in Venezuela from June 26 to July 15.


“I thank you for your comprehension and with this letter formalise my request to be released from Copa America duty. My pride at wearing the Brazil shirt is untouched and I hope to feel that joy in other occasions.”


Before this request, only one other player had asked to be left out of the tournament, when Barcelona’s Ronaldinho pulled out.


Brazil Coach Carlos Dunga said he was “disappointed” at losing Kaka, but that this would be an opportunity for other players to shine.


Football Italia

Posted by: han2503 May 12 2007, 01:20 PM

Good because he also has a limit to what he can do and he has been playing non stop ever since he came to Milan

Posted by: misha May 13 2007, 02:40 AM

QUOTE (han2503 @ May 12 2007, 03:20 PM)
Good because he also has a limit to what he can do and he has been playing non stop ever since he came to Milan
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Yes. We need as many first team players as possible to be given rest in the summer for next season

Posted by: misha May 15 2007, 11:32 AM

Kaka bites back at critics

Milan star Kaka insists that the Rossoneri deserve to be praised rather than criticised for their campaign.

The Rossoneri have only qualified for the preliminaries of next season’s Champions League after their struggles in Serie A.

And some have again asked whether the Calciopoli hit club should have been allowed entry into Europe after reaching the Champions League Final.

“Milan have been criticised heavily this season,” said Kaka after picking up an award on Monday night.

“Not only have we been attacked for the lone striker system adopted by the Coach, but basically for everything.

“However, we have reached the Champions League Final against Liverpool and I believe everyone should admit that we have done very well,” added the Brazilian.

“Our first objective, to reach next year’s preliminaries, has been reached. Now we are missing the second one.”

The Rossoneri’s appearance in the Champions League decider on May 23 will be a record 25th by an Italian team.

The six-time European champions will be hoping to avenge the 2005 loss in Istanbul, when they ended up losing on penalties after Liverpool’s incredible comeback from a 3-0 half-time deficit

Posted by: misha May 17 2007, 07:54 PM

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Kaka eyes place in history

Milan star Kaka says he wants to win the Champions League and the Golden Ball. “I want a place in the club’s history.”

The Brazilian is ready for the big match at the Athens Olympic Stadium and hopes to repay the faith shown in him by his teammates, who consider him the key to their success.

“If I win the Champions League I can become one of the leading candidates for the Golden Ball and I can write my name in Milan’s history,” said Kaka on Thursday.

“I am glad to know that my teammates appreciate me, the fact that they consider me decisive is a victory, it means that I am held in high esteem,” added the 25-year-old.


“In any case, I believe that a player alone cannot win, the entire team is important.”

The Rossonero also believes that they must be wary of Liverpool midfielder Steven Gerrard, who he thinks will be one of the most dangerous players on the pitch.

“He is a leader, he runs, defends and is a driving force for his side,” explained Kaka.

“However, just as for Milan, the entire Liverpool team’s performance will be important, one player will not be enough,” concluded the attacking midfielder.
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Kaka to face England

Milan star Kaka has been included in Carlos Dunga’s list of players for the upcoming Brazil friendly with England.

The Seleçao will face Steve McClaren’s men at the new Wembley Stadium on June 1, as they prepare for the Copa America which will take place between June 26 and July 15 in Venezuela.

Kaka, who sent a letter to his Federation informing them that he will not be appearing in the tournament next month, was nonetheless included in the squad along with Ronaldinho, another summer withdrawl.

Roma goalkeeper Alexander Doni and Inter defender Douglas Maicon were included in Dunga’s squad too.

Brazil will face a friendly with Turkey in Dortmund, Germany, on June 5 after the trip to London. 

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Brazil squad: Doni (Roma), Helton (Porto), Daniel Alves (Sevilla), Maicon (Inter), Gilberto (Hertha Berlin), Marcelo (Real Madrid), Juan (Bayer Leverkusen), Alex (PSV), Alex Silva (Sao Paulo), Naldo (Werder Bremen), Gilberto Silva (Arsenal), Edmilson (Barcelona), Josue (Sao Paulo), Mineiro (Hertha Berlin), Elano (Shakhtar Donetsk), Diego (Werder Bremen), Kaka (Milan), Ronaldinho (Barcelona), Robinho (Real Madrid), Vagner Love (CSKA Moscow), Jo (CSKA Moscow), Alfonso Alves (Herenveen)
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Posted by: han2503 May 18 2007, 05:12 PM

Kaká calm in eye of the storm
Friday, 18 May 2007


On the way to the photography studio where I'm scheduled to meet Kaká, I pass two billboards featuring the AC Milan star. In one he is dressed stylishly in suit and tie, in the other the clothes are more casual. We are in Zona Tortona, the trendy district dubbed the Soho of Milan because of its bars, galleries and fashion showrooms. Thirty seconds into our conversation it is obvious why stylists compete to have his clean face and gentle smile endorse their products.

Humble
When Kaká married his wife Caroline 18 months ago, Milan president Silvio Berlusconi declared he was "the husband every parent would like their daughter to have". A part-time model off the pitch, he has been a model of consistency on it, dominating the UEFA Champions League this season. His competition-leading ten goals have driven AC Milan to another final against Liverpool FC, but Kaká has not let his achievements go to his head. Deeply religious, the attacking midfielder remains one of the most humble figures in football. The word revenge is not part of his vocabulary.

'More experienced'
"The final against Liverpool is not about revenge," he told uefa.com. "Two years ago they won and that's it. We're just focusing on this new final. It's a great opportunity to write my name and the club's in the history of the competition. In a final anything can happen, we know it better than anybody after that game in Istanbul." Kaká was superb in the 2005 final, wresting the game from Liverpool in a mesmerising first half with his darting runs and pinpoint passing.

Liverpool challenge
Two years on another English side has witnessed Kaká at his best. He scored twice against Manchester United FC in the first leg of their semi-final, then put on a show for the adoring Rossoneri supporters at San Siro. The 25-year-old opened the scoring and drove Milan forward all night, the United midfield never coming to grips with his pace or vision as he exploited space in front of the visitors' back four. "Liverpool will probably be more difficult to face than Manchester United," Kaká reflects. "They are more focused on cutting down space while United play great football but also let you play. Liverpool are very organised and have a great coach. We know [Rafael] Benítez and [Steven] Gerrard really well but Liverpool are not about individuals, they are a very good side overall. Still if I have to choose one player, I would go for Gerrard. He is a leader, a point of reference for them."

'Work hard'
Just as Kaká is for Milan. The conduit of their best moves on the pitch, he has also become the focus off it. The patience and attention with which he deals with constant demands on his time from press and fans alike suggests he will not be letting success go to his head. He has been in the form of his life, but insists “there is room for improvement, there are many things to learn. I leave comparisons with other players to journalists and coaches, I only want to work hard to become a better player. Finishing as top scorer was never my objective. I'm not a forward, I'm more a playmaker but as long as my goals help Milan win games I'm happy."

'Focus'
As 23 May approaches, those goals have given Milan every reason for confidence. "The Champions League has always been our main focus. We started well, then we had a bad period, but now we're back at our peak at the most important part of the season." Not even a specialist in penalty-saving like Pepe Reina gives cause for concern. "I'm only thinking about positive things and I scored a penalty in Istanbul as well so I'm prepared to take one again. Liverpool have won some important games on penalties but I'm sure they don't want that again. No team plays for penalties."

'Very happy'
The bond between Milan and Kaká is strong, too strong to let constant transfer talk linking him with Real Madrid CF disrupt the relationship. "This club is like a family. I feel at home here which is very important for me. The rumours about Madrid do not disturb me. I have a contract with Milan until 2011 and I will move only if they want to sell me." Things might have been very different for the former São Paulo FC player who first moved to Europe in 2003. "I didn't pick Milan, Milan picked me. I could have joined Chelsea [FC] but they wanted to send me on loan to Russia while Milan had faith in me immediately. Looking back, I'm very happy with what destiny had in store for me." Another important date with destiny is fast approaching.

Posted by: kurtsimonw May 18 2007, 07:54 PM

Thanks for that han.

I love reading things like that, puts any doubt about Kaka' thinking of leaving right out of your head. smile.gif

Posted by: kurtsimonw May 20 2007, 01:09 PM

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Kaka wants United repeat

Kaka is looking for Milan to repeat their performance against Manchester United in their UEFA Champions League final with Liverpool, in order to help him 'write his name in history'.

Milan set up a repeat of their 2005 meeting with The Reds when putting Manchester United to the sword in their semi-final.

The Brazilian has been Milan's shining light this term and has been billed as the best player in the world.

Kaka is happy to take the praise from fans and media, but is aware it will count for little if Milan are beaten in Athens.

He feels a repeat of their semi-final display will be enough to see off Rafa Benitez's Reds

"What happened in 2005 has already happened and I think this game is another chance to write my name in history and Milan's name in history," Kaka told Sky Sports News.

"If we can play the same as against Manchester, we can win this game."

Kaka is aware of his role in the team, but is expecting a different challenge against The Reds than the one posed by United.

"I know what I can do and I know my responsibilities in this team and this opinion of me being the best player in the world is from the journalists and the supporters," he added.

"I think Liverpool have got an English style. They are tactically good and a strong team. They are different to Manchester.

"We can expect less space than the game against Manchester."

Kaka feels Steven Gerrard is the man Milan will have to shackle in Athens.

"I like Gerrard. I like him as a player and as a person," said Kaka. "He can make the difference."

http://home.skysports.com/list.aspx?hlid=467570&CPID=5&clid=14&lid=2&title=Kaka+wants+United+repeat&channel=football_home&


When I read the title 'kaka' wants reds repeat' I thought he wanted us to lose again.. Then realised he meant United. tongue.gif

Posted by: anano1214 May 23 2007, 10:54 AM


Posted by: anano1214 May 23 2007, 10:55 AM



Kaka' and Gerard


Posted by: Portikins May 27 2007, 11:13 PM

http://www.marca.com/edicion/marca/futbol/1a_division/real_madrid/es/desarrollo/998850.html

Marca says that Kaka' could have played the last match as a Milan player in Athens.

Well, I believe it's just a question of time (Madrid-Kaka') but I think it's more like in 2011... 2012. At the moment I think it's pathetic to think that.

I mean, no key player leaves THE European Champions.

Posted by: misha May 27 2007, 11:18 PM

QUOTE (Porty @ May 28 2007, 01:13 AM)
Marca says that Kaka' could have played the last match as a Milan player in Athens..
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Really pathetic... puke.gif

Posted by: kurtsimonw May 27 2007, 11:27 PM

There's one smiley that sums up what I think of that.

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Posted by: KillerMax May 28 2007, 09:28 AM

I just don't know why Kaka wants to go to Real while he can stay here and become a true legend. Of course he is not leaving anytime soon, but from what he has said, he will probably only stay with us until the end of his contract and he has said numerous times that he would like to one day for Real as it is every player's dream... I hate it when he says that!!! mad.gif

Posted by: Rossoneri7 May 28 2007, 12:32 PM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ May 28 2007, 11:28 AM)
I just don't know why Kaka wants to go to Real while he can stay here and become a true legend. Of course he is not leaving anytime soon, but from what he has said, he will probably only stay with us until the end of his contract and he has said numerous times that he would like to one day for Real as it is every player's dream... I hate it when he says that!!! mad.gif
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Why do players want to go to Madrid ?! They all dream of playing there, for what reason ?!

Because it is the #1 club in Europe ?! Well, that is true prior to the 23rd of May, 2007 cool.gif

From that day, Milan is #1 in the World. Milan has more trophies than Madrid and in this context, Milan is an even greater club than Madrid. Especially ever since the millennium, Milan has been at the top of European standings (UEFA).

When Milan wins the Euro Super Cup and Intercontinental Cup. I don't think players would choose Madrid, ahead of Milan wink.gif

Milan is #1, my friend king.gif

Posted by: Portikins May 28 2007, 01:22 PM

QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ May 28 2007, 12:32 PM)
When Milan wins the Euro Super Cup and Intercontinental Cup. I don't think players would choose Madrid, ahead of Milan wink.gif

Milan is #1, my friend king.gif
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They still have 9 CL... and still the most mediatic club in the world. If they win the La Liga this year, even more. I think they're gonna be the #1 club in that forever. Not even if Chelsea wins 20 EPL in a row or 10 CL. Real Madrid were the 1st big-club who marked an era, the first era in the European soccer.
Plus... they're the #1 in fan-base around the world. We're not. Not even United will one day surpass Madrid in the "media" thing. That's why Man.Onighted supporters hate them so much. They know it.

And Serie A is not the same as 5-10 years ago. Maybe in 2-3 years with Juventus back to the top... Napoli, Genoa in A too... maybe we'll be as competitive as La Liga or EPL. Or at least get the same attetion as those leagues, because at the moment Serie A is far away...

Posted by: kurtsimonw May 28 2007, 03:53 PM

That's Madrids main problem. They've won 9 European Cups. with 6 coming in the first 11 years of the competition. Only 3 European Cups in the last 40 years.

Their history is ancient, ours is recent.

Milan > Madrid.

Posted by: KillerMax May 28 2007, 04:33 PM

I don't know about you guys, but the idea of him playing against Milan in a Real jersey makes me wanna kill a kitten.

Posted by: Rossoneri7 May 28 2007, 04:38 PM

QUOTE (Porty @ May 28 2007, 03:22 PM)
They still have 9 CL... and still the most mediatic club in the world. If they win the La Liga this year, even more. I think they're gonna be the #1 club in that forever. Not even if Chelsea wins 20 EPL in a row or 10 CL. Real Madrid were the 1st big-club who marked an era, the first era in the European soccer.
Plus... they're the #1 in fan-base around the world. We're not. Not even United will one day surpass Madrid in the "media" thing. That's why Man.Onighted supporters hate them so much. They know it.

And Serie A is not the same as 5-10 years ago. Maybe in 2-3 years with Juventus back to the top... Napoli, Genoa in A too... maybe we'll be as competitive as La Liga or EPL. Or at least get the same attetion as those leagues, because at the moment Serie A is far away...
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But, today, Milan is #1 ... The most trophies internationally wink.gif

Madrid have 9 CL, we have 7 cool.gif

By next year, I believe, we will be even more competitive; Madrid are just getting back at it rolleyes.gif

Chelsea ?! Liverpool ?! These teams are not even close to our level. It is Madrid and Milan for some time to come king.gif This is what Berlusconi wants, the #1 team in the world cool.gif

Posted by: Portikins May 28 2007, 05:04 PM

QUOTE (kurtsimonw @ May 28 2007, 03:53 PM)
That's Madrids main problem. They've won 9 European Cups. with 6 coming in the first 11 years of the competition. Only 3 European Cups in the last 40 years.

Their history is ancient, ours is recent.

Milan > Madrid.
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Yeah... past. 3 CL on the last 10 years... rolleyes.gif If they win La Liga everybody will just bown down to them just like everybody did with Man Onighted. The difference is that Madrid is much bigger than Onighted.


QUOTE (pKillerMax @ May 28 2007, 04:33 PM)
I don't know about you guys, but the idea of him playing against Milan in a Real jersey makes me wanna kill a kitten.
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Damn. I can't see him playing against us in San Siro. Just can't.

QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ May 28 2007, 04:38 PM)
But, today, Milan is #1 ... The most trophies internationally wink.gif

Madrid have 9 CL, we have 7 cool.gif

By next year, I believe, we will be even more competitive; Madrid are just getting back at it rolleyes.gif

Chelsea ?! Liverpool ?! These teams are not even close to our level. It is Madrid and Milan for some time to come king.gif This is what Berlusconi wants, the #1 team in the world cool.gif
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Berlusconi always said that there's only 1 club at the same level as Milan. And that's Real Madrid.

Mourinho agrees too (my sig). wink.gif

Posted by: misha May 28 2007, 05:43 PM

QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ May 28 2007, 06:38 PM)
But, today, Milan is #1 ... The most trophies internationally wink.gif

Madrid have 9 CL, we have 7 cool.gif
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People are always looking at the number of CL titles. They don't care so much about other cups. I think in 8-10 years we will surpass them on that too.

As for marketing I don't want us to be like them. They even buy players just for that. They are most popular club in the world, but in the last 20 years we are undoubtably the best.

Posted by: kurtsimonw May 28 2007, 08:54 PM

Players don't look for CL titles so much, I don't think so anyways.

Liverpool in that case, would be able to buy all of the worlds great, they have the history, they have the money.

Liverpools downside is where they are from, nodody wants to go play in the north, which is why Chelsea get the pick of the players.

Juventus don't have many CL titles, but alot of players still pick them over us.

Posted by: misha May 28 2007, 09:30 PM

QUOTE (kurtsimonw @ May 28 2007, 10:54 PM)
Players don't look for CL titles so much, I don't think so anyways.

Liverpool in that case, would be able to buy all of the worlds great, they have the history, they have the money.

Liverpools downside is where they are from, nodody wants to go play in the north, which is why Chelsea get the pick of the players.

Juventus don't have many CL titles, but alot of players still pick them over us.
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Player look at the whole picture: Money, History, Team potential, City...

Posted by: kurtsimonw May 28 2007, 09:43 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ May 28 2007, 08:30 PM)
Player look at the whole picture: Money, History, Team potential, City...
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Exactly. So the fact that Real have won 3 CLs over a 50 year period means nothing. wink.gif

Posted by: Portikins May 28 2007, 09:44 PM

QUOTE (kurtsimonw @ May 28 2007, 08:54 PM)
Players don't look for CL titles so much, I don't think so anyways.

Liverpool in that case, would be able to buy all of the worlds great, they have the history, they have the money.

Liverpools downside is where they are from, nodody wants to go play in the north, which is why Chelsea get the pick of the players.

Juventus don't have many CL titles, but alot of players still pick them over us.
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For god sake kurt.

Liverpool "have the money"? Oh, yes... 6 months ago they got the dollars (Hicks and Gillett), but on the last 10 years? No money. At least not to be competitive to the 1st place in England. From now on... maybe.

Chelsea is nothing. They pick the players they want not because of the city, or the weather but the money they have. They = Abramovich... rolleyes.gif

Juventus? Pick them over us? Nah, but over many other clubs yes. Why? Because Juventus is owned by Agnelli family. Nowadays it's Elkann, not Agnelli but it's the same roots.
Do you know what that mean? The Ferrari, Maserati, FIAT, Alfa Romeo, Lancia... all that group? They own Juventus too. They've a lot of it ($$$).

Just like Berlusconi group own us.

Posted by: misha May 28 2007, 09:50 PM

QUOTE (kurtsimonw @ May 28 2007, 11:43 PM)
Exactly. So the fact that Real have won 3 CLs over a 50 year period means nothing.  wink.gif
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It's not just CL it's also money, prestige... and the overall perception that they are the greatest club in the world

Posted by: kurtsimonw May 28 2007, 09:53 PM

Liverpool spent £40million at the start of last season, without their American owners.

And have spent near £100m over the last 3 and a half years. Liverpool have got it all, and always have. Alot of players have turned them down, or spent a season and wanted out because they hate the city. Mortientes is the most recent guy to do that.

Even though Arsenal are almost pennyless, haven't come close to getting the history of Liverpool. They have it all because they're from London.

If you don't live in England, you don't see the pulling power the city has. When London comes in for something 99% of the time it gets it.

Posted by: Portikins May 28 2007, 10:01 PM

QUOTE (kurtsimonw @ May 28 2007, 09:53 PM)
Liverpool spent £40million at the start of last season, without their American owners.

And have spent near £100m over the last 3 and a half years. Liverpool have got it all, and always have. Alot of players have turned them down, or spent a season and wanted out because they hate the city. Mortientes is the most recent guy to do that.
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They spend more than 50M-euros last season? huh.gif Where? In Pennant? rolleyes.gif

No they don't have and you know it. They didn't have like 30M-euros to spend on a midfielder like Carrick or 45M on a Shevchenko.

Liverpool didn't have the same revenue that Onighted had (don't win a EPL for long) and David Moores didn't have much money to put on the club.

That's why you look at them and everbody says "With 3 world-class players they can be as good as Chelsea."

But they didn't have that $$$ to buy those 3. Benitez said that some days ago. This summer with the Americans, I hope they spend big.

Posted by: redbabies May 28 2007, 10:11 PM

Kaka Dismisses Real Madrid Links: I Owe Milan

AC Milan play-maker Kaka has dismissed reports of a move to Real Madrid, insisting that he owes the Rossoneri.

Kaka has repeatedly been linked with a move to Real Madrid, often having been quoted as saying that he would be happy to move should Los Merengues agree a fee with Milan.

A summer swoop has been predicted, particularly with the player aldo admitting that he has dreamt of playing for Real Madrid ever since he was a child.

However, the Champions League win seems to have made a big difference, as the midfielder has now pledged allegiance to AC Milan.

"I feel myself at ease over here," he said. "I owe a lot to this club and I have a contract with them running until 2011.

"I don’t think there is much else to say."

He has been the star of Milan's successful season - thanks mainly to their Champions League heroics - and seems to be set to bring the Ballon d'Or back to the Rossoneri after Shevchenko won it three season ago


http://www.goal.com/en/Articolo.aspx?ContenutoId=314355

Posted by: kurtsimonw May 28 2007, 10:20 PM

Liverpool haven't spent enough to challenge for the title?

Nobody has spent the amount Chelsea have, but I'll compare to the current Champions, Man United.

Money spent since Abramovic bought Chelsea:

03/04 Season:
Liverpool: £28m - Cisse (£14m), Kewell (£7m) & Finnan (£4m)
United: £49.5m - Bellion (£2m), Djembe-Djembe (£3.5), Howard (£2m), Kleberson (£6m), Ronaldo (£12m), Saha (£12m), Smith (£7m) & Heinze (£7m)

04/05 Season:
Liverpool: £26.5m - Alonso (£10.5m), Josemi (£2m), Luis Garcia (£6m), Morientes (£7m) & Carson (£2m)
UnitedL £20m - Rooney (£20m)

05/06 Season:
Liverpool: £38m - Reina (£6m), Gonzalez (£5m), Sissoko (£6m), Crouch (£7m), Agger (£6m), Bellamy (£6m) & Paletta (£2m)
United: £17.5m - Park (£4m), Foster (£1m), Vidic (£7m) & Evra (£5.5m)

This Season:
Liverpool: £18.6m - Pennant (£7m), Kuyt (£9m) & Arbeloa (£2.6m)
United: £18.6m - Carrick (£18.6m)

Totals:
Liverpool: £111.1m
United: £105.6m (Not to mentioned the £40m they made off Becks and Veron)

Liverpool have spent as much as United over recent years, money's not a problem to them.

Posted by: han2503 May 28 2007, 10:28 PM

QUOTE (Porty @ May 27 2007, 10:13 PM)
http://www.marca.com/edicion/marca/futbol/1a_division/real_madrid/es/desarrollo/998850.html

Marca says that Kaka' could have played the last match as a Milan player in Athens.

Well, I believe it's just a question of time (Madrid-Kaka') but I think it's more like in 2011... 2012. At the moment I think it's pathetic to think that.

I mean, no key player leaves THE European Champions.
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Marca will just about say anything to kiss Real Madrid's @ss rolleyes.gif

I personally don't see Kaka leaving Milan, at least not until he's 30/31 and alreasdy given his best years to this club.

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ May 28 2007, 08:28 AM)
I just don't know why Kaka wants to go to Real while he can stay here and become a true legend. Of course he is not leaving anytime soon, but from what he has said, he will probably only stay with us until the end of his contract and he has said numerous times that he would like to one day for Real as it is every player's dream... I hate it when he says that!!! mad.gif
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I believe that 85% of the 'quotes' (and I use that term loosely) they get from Kaka are made up the other ones that they do actually get out of him, they misquote him and play around with the words he says to make it sound like something else.

Kaka has repeatedly said that he and his family are happy with their life in the city, he's happy playing for the club, and know that we are European champions he has anopther accomplishment down.

Atm going to Madrid from Milan is trading down, everybody knows this Kaka is not stupis.

Imo Kaka is as tired of responding to his supposed quotes of undying love to Real and constant rumours of him going there as we are of hearing them.

If I were you I wouldn't worry about Kaka moving. Not now and I don't think it will happen in 5 years either.

QUOTE (redbabies @ May 28 2007, 09:11 PM)
"I don’t think there is much else to say."
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These here are the key words. It's obvious that he's tried of responding to this baseless rumour. He said a million times that he wants to stay and he will do just that.

In fact I wouldn't be surprised if he renewed his contract again at the start of the season

Posted by: misha May 28 2007, 10:38 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ May 29 2007, 12:28 AM)
These here are the key words. It's obvious that he's tried of responding to this baseless rumour. He said a million times that he wants to stay and he will do just that.

In fact I wouldn't be surprised if he renewed his contract again at the start of the season
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It's not going to help. They are just don't know how to stop. Sad...

Posted by: Portikins May 28 2007, 10:40 PM

QUOTE (kurtsimonw @ May 28 2007, 10:20 PM)
Liverpool haven't spent enough to challenge for the title?

Nobody has spent the amount Chelsea have, but I'll compare to the current Champions, Man United.

Money spent since Abramovic bought Chelsea:

03/04 Season:
Liverpool: £28m - Cisse (£14m), Kewell (£7m) & Finnan (£4m)
United: £49.5m -  Bellion (£2m), Djembe-Djembe (£3.5), Howard (£2m), Kleberson (£6m), Ronaldo (£12m), Saha (£12m), Smith (£7m) & Heinze (£7m)

04/05 Season:
Liverpool: £26.5m - Alonso (£10.5m), Josemi (£2m), Luis Garcia (£6m), Morientes (£7m) & Carson (£2m)
UnitedL £20m - Rooney (£20m)

05/06 Season:
Liverpool: £38m - Reina (£6m), Gonzalez (£5m), Sissoko (£6m), Crouch (£7m), Agger (£6m), Bellamy (£6m) & Paletta (£2m)
United: £17.5m - Park (£4m), Foster (£1m), Vidic (£7m) & Evra (£5.5m)

This Season:
Liverpool: £18.6m - Pennant (£7m), Kuyt (£9m) & Arbeloa (£2.6m)
United: £18.6m - Carrick (£18.6m)

Totals:
Liverpool: £111.1m
United: £105.6m (Not to mentioned the £40m they made off Becks and Veron)

Liverpool have spent as much as United over recent years, money's not a problem to them.
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Where's the £30M for Rio? Oh that was in 2002. rolleyes.gif

And you put only Carrick and Rooney but they didn't buy only that those years.

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Posted by: kurtsimonw May 28 2007, 10:47 PM

QUOTE (Porty @ May 28 2007, 09:40 PM)
Where's Rio?  rolleyes.gif

And you put only Carrick and Rooney but they didn't buy only that those years.
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Rio was bought a few years before Roman came in.

No, they didn't only buy those players that year. Some of the transfers are in the wrong year, the site I took the info from places some transfers in the season before (As they were singed before a certain date)

United signed a few free transfer players like Van Der Sar. Regardless, Liverpool clearly spend enough money to challenge for the title, as shows by those figures.

I think it's also clear we disagree on this, so let's just agree to disagree or this could go on for decades. Truce Porty. tongue.gif

Posted by: Portikins May 28 2007, 11:08 PM

QUOTE (kurtsimonw @ May 28 2007, 10:47 PM)
I think it's also clear we disagree on this, so let's just agree to disagree or this could go on for decades. Truce Porty.  tongue.gif
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Go Hicks! Go Gillett! Go 75M euros for Torres and Dani Alves! tongue.gif wink.gif

Posted by: kurtsimonw May 28 2007, 11:12 PM

QUOTE (Porty @ May 28 2007, 10:08 PM)
Go Hicks! Go Gillett! Go 75M euros for Torres and Dani Alves!  tongue.gif  wink.gif
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Do you think Torres will leave Athletico? And Alves leave Sevilla?

Posted by: Portikins May 28 2007, 11:16 PM

QUOTE (kurtsimonw @ May 28 2007, 11:12 PM)
Do you think Torres will leave Athletico? And Alves leave Sevilla?
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Isn't Liverpool sponsored by Adidas? So... "impossible is nothing". laugh.gif wink.gif

Seriously, everything can happen. The English papers are saying Torres, Alves and Gabriel Milito are their targets for this summer... I dunno - all I know is that those 3 are world-class players that Liverpool miss to be at the same level as Chelsea.

Posted by: kurtsimonw May 28 2007, 11:18 PM

QUOTE (Porty @ May 28 2007, 10:16 PM)
Isn't Liverpool sponsored by Adidas? So... "impossible is nothing". 

Seriously, everything can happen. The English papers are saying Torres, Alves and Gabriel Milito are their targets for this summer... I dunno - all I know is that those 3 are world-class players that Liverpool miss to be at the same level as Chelsea.
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I should have seen that coming. rolleyes.gif

I'd like to see Torres either stay in Spain, or make a move to Italy (Not neccesarily us.) Same goes for Dani.

Posted by: Portikins May 28 2007, 11:28 PM

QUOTE (kurtsimonw @ May 28 2007, 11:18 PM)
I'd like to see Torres either stay in Spain, or make a move to Italy (Not neccesarily us.) Same goes for Dani.
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You know... the EPL is the hyped league at the moment.

Posted by: kurtsimonw May 28 2007, 11:30 PM

QUOTE (Porty @ May 28 2007, 10:28 PM)
You know... the EPL is the hyped league at the moment.
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Yep, which is a real shame.

Posted by: Rossoneri7 May 29 2007, 04:22 AM

QUOTE
Kaka Dismisses Real Madrid Links: I Owe Milan

AC Milan play-maker Kaka has dismissed reports of a move to Real Madrid, insisting that he owes the Rossoneri.



Kaka has repeatedly been linked with a move to Real Madrid, often having been quoted as saying that he would be happy to move should Los Merengues agree a fee with Milan.

A summer swoop has been predicted, particularly with the player aldo admitting that he has dreamt of playing for Real Madrid ever since he was a child.

However, the Champions League win seems to have made a big difference, as the midfielder has now pledged allegiance to AC Milan.

"I feel myself at ease over here," he said. "I owe a lot to this club and I have a contract with them running until 2011.  devilsmiley.gif  devilsmiley.gif

"I don’t think there is much else to say." devil.gif  devil.gif  devil.gif  devil.gif

He has been the star of Milan's successful season - thanks mainly to their Champions League heroics - and seems to be set to bring the Ballon d'Or back to the Rossoneri after Shevchenko won it three season ago.


Goal.com

Posted by: Rossoneri7 May 29 2007, 04:22 AM

Bye bye Madrid rumors !!!

Posted by: Bluesummers May 29 2007, 06:37 AM

bye bye madrid, cause barcas gonna win the cup. LOL 4 years and they still haven't won ****.

Posted by: han2503 May 29 2007, 12:46 PM

QUOTE (Porty @ May 28 2007, 09:40 PM)
Where's the £30M for Rio? Oh that was in 2002.  rolleyes.gif

And you put only Carrick and Rooney but they didn't buy only that those years.

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I know for a fact that Man U bought a couple of Chinese kids rolleyes.gif Mainly just to continue to boost their sales in Asia

As for Liverpool, they do spend money the problem is that they spend it on quantity NOT quality

Posted by: kurtsimonw May 29 2007, 01:16 PM

Don't say bye to Madrid rumours, they'll be fresh in the news tomorrow. tongue.gif

Posted by: Portikins May 29 2007, 01:59 PM

QUOTE (Bluesummers @ May 29 2007, 06:37 AM)
bye bye madrid, cause barcas gonna win the cup.  LOL 4 years and they still haven't won ****.
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I hope not. It would be a lovely season if Catalonia FC missed all their titles.

Posted by: misha May 30 2007, 03:13 PM

QUOTE
Real Madrid go for Kaka

Reports in Spain claim that Real Madrid are ready to resume their campaign to sign Milan star Kaka.

The Brazilian has been a primary transfer objective for the Spaniards since last summer when the Rossoneri reported Real to FIFA over their public courtship of the starlet.

However, we could be in for another summer of tension as the Spanish newspaper AS claims that Real chief Ramon Calderon intends to keep the promise made during his election campaign by netting the Golden Boy.

The Merengues are reportedly ready to invest up to £43m for the Champions League top scorer and could include Emerson in the deal, a midfielder liked by boss Carlo Ancelotti, as well as Fabio Cannavaro.

The story adds that Kaka would also be willing to make the move despite his status as a Milan fan favourite.

"I don't want to start a war, but I would be happy to join Madrid," he is quoted as saying.

Although Milan Vice-President Adriano Galliani has insisted that the South American is untouchable – no matter what offer is tabled – Real are still keen.

It’s understood that Madrid officials Predrag Mijatovic and Franco Baldini have already been in touch with Kaka’s agent over a possible move.

The 1982-born starlet joined the Via Turati outfit in August 2003 after Chelsea were pipped to his signature.

Meanwhile, a report in Marca claims that Ancelotti could take over at Barcelona during the summer.

That, however, seems unlikely given that Ancelotti is in talks over a Rossoneri extension following Champions League glory. 

Now I'm sure who I hate more between Barca and Real.

Posted by: kurtsimonw May 30 2007, 04:51 PM

£43m + Emerson + Cannavaro. ohmy.gif

I'd still rather have Kaka' but I'm thinking if an offer like that was actually put forward, Carlo may accept. sad.gif

Posted by: misha May 30 2007, 04:56 PM

QUOTE (kurtsimonw @ May 30 2007, 06:51 PM)
£43m + Emerson + Cannavaro.  ohmy.gif

I'd still rather have Kaka' but I'm thinking if an offer like that was actually put forward, Carlo may accept.  sad.gif
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It's not Carlo's decision to take. It's up to Silvio

Posted by: kurtsimonw May 30 2007, 05:10 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ May 30 2007, 03:56 PM)
It's not Carlo's decision to take. It's up to Silvio
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Unless Kaka' doesn't want to move to Real/Want to stay in Milan, he's as good as gone.

I doubt we'd reject anything like that.. If they offer anything like that, that is.

Posted by: misha May 30 2007, 05:19 PM

QUOTE (kurtsimonw @ May 30 2007, 07:10 PM)
Unless Kaka' doesn't want to move to Real/Want to stay in Milan, he's as good as gone.

I doubt we'd reject anything like that.. If they offer anything like that, that is.
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He doesn't.

We have enough money. If they want us even look at their offer they need to start with 9 digit number

Posted by: kurtsimonw May 30 2007, 05:39 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ May 30 2007, 04:19 PM)
He doesn't.

We have enough  money. If they want us even look at their offer they need to start with 9 digit number
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£43,000,000.00

That's 10-digits already. tongue.gif

Posted by: misha May 30 2007, 05:42 PM

QUOTE (kurtsimonw @ May 30 2007, 07:39 PM)
£43,000,000.00

That's 10-digits already.  tongue.gif
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Math isn't your strongest field wink.gif

Posted by: kurtsimonw May 30 2007, 05:53 PM

Well in my knowledge a digit is a number.

When talking English currency, the value can go to 2 decimal places, each of those places being a number. huh.gif

Posted by: misha May 30 2007, 06:02 PM

No need to go there. You know what I meant smile.gif

Posted by: kurtsimonw May 30 2007, 06:08 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ May 30 2007, 05:02 PM)
No need to go there. You know what I meant smile.gif
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No, I know. tongue.gif

Real are compeltely in their rights to offer for him. But surely when a player says he's happy and the club say he's not for sale at any price there should be some sort of ruling.

It's pretty wrong, you can't keep offering for people when you've been told they're not available. rolleyes.gif

Posted by: dst May 30 2007, 09:20 PM

QUOTE (kurtsimonw @ May 30 2007, 08:08 PM)
It's pretty wrong, you can't keep offering for people when you've been told they're not available.  rolleyes.gif
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When was the last time you kept going for a girl who had already told you she was "not available"!!? wink.gif rolleyes.gif biggrin.gif biggrin.gif

Posted by: kurtsimonw May 31 2007, 02:46 AM

QUOTE (dst @ May 30 2007, 08:20 PM)
When was the last time you kept going for a girl who had already told you she was "not available"!!?  wink.gif  rolleyes.gif  biggrin.gif  biggrin.gif
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I see your point. tongue.gif

Posted by: kurtsimonw May 31 2007, 03:37 AM

QUOTE
Dunga Comments On Kaká And Ronaldinho Attitude

Brazil Coach Dunga has spoken of his feelings about the fact that both Kaká and Ronaldinho Gaúcho have turned up for the friendlies against England and Turkey but are bowing out of the upcoming Copa América

Soon after the Brazil playing and coaching squad disembarked in London, Dunga answered a series of questions related to the presence of Kaká and Ronaldinho in the squad for the early June friendlies against England (Wembley) and Turkey (Dortmund).

Some have said that the only reason for Kaká and Ronaldinho entering the friendly list is economic.  The organisers have denied that they insisted that both players were fielded in order to cough up the cash for the CBF, but they could never, ever admit to such a scam.

After the controversy kicked up when Ronaldo was fielded in the 1998 World Cup final hours after suffering what Roberto Carlos described as a fit in his room that would be taboo.  At the time Nike were accused of forcing the-then top-drawer marketing machine to play in any state.

Dunga toed the line and didn’t make any reference to being, shall we say, 'encouraged' to bring the stars along.  He did, however, make it clear that if he were in their shoes he would play the Copa América – albeit underlining that the players’ wishes have to be respected.

“Of course, like any other Brazilian I'd love to see all of our stars in Venezuela, but I have talked with both players at length and they have made decisions which must be respected”, he said before stressing. “I myself never turned down a call-up. Each one to his own, but there must be an acceptance of responsibility.”

This was a clear message to Kaká, who was left annoyed that the CBF published his letter on their (embarrassing, free and threadbare) website, Dunga defending the decision to post it on the web sent down by sulphurous CBF boss Ricardo Teixeira.

“Everybody has to tale responsibility for what they do and this is not the first time that such letters have appeared on the CBF site”, the Coach retorted. Dunga nevertheless praised the players for their performances.

“Kaká, from what I have seen, is likely to be elected World Player and Ronaldinho is not out of the running either, so both deserve to be here for the friendlies.” Kaká made a point of telling reporters at the airport that “I will talk with him (Dunga) about why I asked for leave, and even show him the statistical reports from Milan that suggested I needed rest.”

Posted by: misha May 31 2007, 02:46 PM

QUOTE
Real interest flatters Kaka

Milan star Kaka has admitted that, although he is flattered by Real Madrid’s interest in him, he is happy to remain at the San Siro.

The Rossonero has once again been paired with the Merengues and reports in Spain on Wednesday suggest that Madrid are ready to offer £43m to convince Milan to let go of their prized asset.

“I can only be honoured to hear that a club like Real Madrid are interested in me and it’s something that happened last year as well,” said Kaka in an interview to the Spanish newspaper AS.

“However I have to make one thing clear. I have just won the Champions League with Milan and my family and I are very happy there,” added the 25-year-old, who is in London for Brazil’s friendly with England at Wembley on Friday.

“For that reason, the only way anything will happen is if Milan finalise an agreement with Real Madrid.”

Kaka would reportedly accept a move, but does not want to be involved in any transfer wars as he wishes to maintain his great relationship with Milan and their fans.

According to AS, the Merengues might include Emerson in their offer in order to lower the price, as Coach Carlo Ancelotti recently said that he would be a valuable asset for the Rossoneri

Posted by: han2503 May 31 2007, 05:29 PM

Kaka must spend 19 hours a day talking to AS, I mean getting new quotes from him every day. Wow rolleyes.gif

We should REALLY open a 'Kaka to Real cr@p, all in here' thread. At least all the garbage about him going there would be put in one place, because it looks like we're in for a long 3 months of Kaka supposedly begging the European champions to let him go to Real rolleyes.gif

Posted by: KillerMax May 31 2007, 05:32 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ May 31 2007, 10:29 AM)
Kaka must spend 19 hours a day talking to AS, I mean getting new quotes from him every day. Wow  rolleyes.gif

We should REALLY open a 'Kaka to Real cr@p, all in here' thread. At least all the garbage about him going there would be put in one place, because it looks like we're in for a long 3 months of Kaka supposedly begging the European champions to let him go to Real  rolleyes.gif
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You know he actually said that stuff right?

Posted by: han2503 May 31 2007, 05:39 PM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ May 31 2007, 04:32 PM)
You know he actually said that stuff right?
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And how much would you bet that his words have been altered.

For me there is no reason to believe what is in Marca and AS, because I know for a fact that they will invent quote or mess around with the ones they really did actually get from him rolleyes.gif

And in any case I don't see what's wrong with what he said, he is flattered that Madrid admire him but he and his family are happy at Milan and that where he wants to stay. This is something that he has been saying for a while now.

The Sheva thing made us all paranoid, but I believe that Kaka will be with us for a long time to come. Sheva's situation must be plastered against the back of his mind and everytime he even thinks of Real that might come to haunt him, and he has indicated of feeling this way more then once.

He know what could happen to him if he goes there. And with Ronnie whspering things in hs ear of how terrible it is at the white house I have no doubt in my mind that Kaka is smart enough to make the right decisions

Posted by: misha May 31 2007, 06:04 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ May 31 2007, 07:39 PM)
He know what could happen to him if he goes there. And with Ronnie whspering things in hs ear of how terrible it is at the white house I have no doubt in my mind that Kaka is smart enough to make the right decisions
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I don't think he is. Ronaldo said before that he enjoyed playing in Madrid and the problems came only after Capello arrival.

Posted by: han2503 May 31 2007, 06:08 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ May 31 2007, 05:04 PM)
I don't think he is. Ronaldo said before that he enjoyed playing in Madrid and the problems came only after Capello arrival.
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I personally think that he did pass on some unstellar reviews on to Ricky wink.gif

And he has even said that he is 100% sure that Ricky will not leave for Real. Now we won't ever know what is said between them, but I think because of the bitter way he left he might have said things to Ricky.

And also the Real fans never really appreciated Ronaldo, I even remeber when he had just went there as probably the BEST player in the world during that time and when he was presented the golden ball in the Bernabue some of the fans where booing him.

Things were never great between Real and him. I'm sure of this.

Real Madrid fans have probably got to be some of the most ungrateful sons of b!tches there are in the world.

Posted by: misha May 31 2007, 06:19 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ May 31 2007, 08:08 PM)
I personally think that he did pass on some unstellar reviews on to Ricky  wink.gif

And he has even said that he is 100% sure that Ricky will not leave for Real. Now we won't ever know what is said between them, but I think because of the bitter way he left he might have said things to Ricky.

And also the Real fans never really appreciated Ronaldo, I even remeber when he had just went there as probably the BEST player in the world during that time and when he was presented the golden ball in the Bernabue some of the fans where booing him.

Things were never great between Real and him. I'm sure of this.

Real Madrid fans have probably got to be some of the most ungrateful sons of b!tches there are in the world.
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I agree that he wasn't a fan favorite there (unjustifiably) but I think he was mainly bitter at Capello.

Posted by: misha Jun 1 2007, 04:10 PM

QUOTE
Club before country for Kaka

Milan star Kaka has noted that winning the Champions League was more exciting than Brazil’s 2002 World Cup triumph.

The Rossoneri claimed their seventh European Cup with a 2-1 win over Liverpool in Athens and the playmaker insists it was a victory he will never forget.

“I was only 20 when Brazil won the 2002 World Cup and everybody knows that the role I had then was more to watch and learn,” he told uefa.com.

“This doesn’t mean that things were less thrilling by the time we lifted the trophy, but I was taken over with a different feeling last week in Athens.

“My participation was much more involved this time around.”

Milan were crowned European champions thanks to a Pippo Inzaghi brace in a tight game with few chances.

“I was really confident we could win the Final and things only got better after we scored the first goal,” added the South American.

“I must admit that there were always those little thoughts about things going wrong like in 2005, but when Inzaghi scored the second, I knew a repeat of Istanbul would not happen.”

Kaka has now basically won all there is to win domestically and in Europe, but he insists he’s still hungry for more victories.

“I have won three of the world’s most prestigious competitions now, but I still think there are a lot of things to chase,” he outlined.

“Winning trophies is what motivates me and I am looking forward to the next challenge,” added the 25-year-old.

“This UEFA Champions League, however, will always have a special place in my heart for the extra honour of ending up as the tournament's top scorer.”

Posted by: dst Jun 1 2007, 04:36 PM

Who the f@ck came up with that title!!!!!!!!!!??????????????????? rolleyes.gif rolleyes.gif

Posted by: kurtsimonw Jun 1 2007, 05:52 PM

I'd have thought everyone would put club before country, even fans.

I'd certainly rather see Milan/Villa win something than England.. Maybe it's just me. huh.gif

Posted by: dst Jun 1 2007, 06:08 PM

Me too. Rather than Greece in my case of course...

But what he says has nothing to do with it!

Posted by: rjpado Jun 1 2007, 06:44 PM

just saw kaka's interview in soccernet.. he can speak in english!! im surprised.

Posted by: kurtsimonw Jun 1 2007, 07:11 PM

QUOTE (rjpado @ Jun 1 2007, 05:44 PM)
just saw kaka's interview in soccernet.. he can speak in english!! im surprised.
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He speaks it very well, too.

Alot of the Milan team do, they interviewed about 10 players before/after the CL Final.

Posted by: KillerMax Jun 1 2007, 08:29 PM

QUOTE (kurtsimonw @ Jun 1 2007, 12:11 PM)
He speaks it very well, too.

Alot of the Milan team do, they interviewed about 10 players before/after the CL Final.
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You have any vids?

Posted by: kurtsimonw Jun 1 2007, 11:36 PM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Jun 1 2007, 07:29 PM)
You have any vids?
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Nah they were on Sky Sports.. If you check the website they may be on there?

Posted by: KillerMax Jun 1 2007, 11:42 PM

QUOTE (kurtsimonw @ Jun 1 2007, 04:36 PM)
Nah they were on Sky Sports.. If you check the website they may be on there?
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Well I saw the ones with Seedorf, Maldini (I think) and Kaka. Seedorf is our best English speaker. Kaka just cracks me up... He sounds like Borat. VEERRRRRRRRRRRRY NIIIIIIICEEEE!!! laugh.gif

Posted by: kurtsimonw Jun 1 2007, 11:49 PM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Jun 1 2007, 10:42 PM)
Well I saw the ones with Seedorf, Maldini (I think) and Kaka. Seedorf is our best English speaker. Kaka just cracks me up... He sounds like Borat. VEERRRRRRRRRRRRY NIIIIIIICEEEE!!! laugh.gif
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I know what you mean. tongue.gif

Posted by: mchanna Jun 1 2007, 11:51 PM

maybe because he only played 18minutes or so in the WC2002...

but thats just me lol

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Jun 2 2007, 02:04 AM

QUOTE (dst @ Jun 1 2007, 08:08 PM)
Me too. Rather than Greece in my case of course...

But what he says has nothing to do with it!
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Posted by: zdrossoneri Jun 2 2007, 11:44 AM

Does anybody know how many goals he has scored for the Selecao?!

21 or 31?! (a reliable source please, I've already seen his profile on Wikipedia)

Posted by: dst Jun 2 2007, 01:03 PM

QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ Jun 2 2007, 04:04 AM)
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Posted by: Rossoneri7 Jun 2 2007, 11:14 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Jun 2 2007, 03:03 PM)
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Ur telling me Athena was better than Euro 04 ?!

Spare me .. Please rolleyes.gif

Posted by: kurtsimonw Jun 3 2007, 01:28 AM

I can't say for certain since I've never been alive during a period where my club or country has had huge success.

All I can say is when I watch videos of Villa winning the European Cup, it's more 'emotional' for me than watching England win the World Cup.

A club is something you choose, a country is something you're born with. A club is more personal to you than your country.. For me anyways.

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