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Heracles 2 - 2 Celtic, Polman Stadion
Jonathan Wolstenholme's first game in charge of Celtic saw an uninspired
performance from his team. It took a later equaliser from debutant and
two goal man of the match, Luka Modric, to salvage a draw for the
Scottish club.It would be unfair to judge the Scottish champions on
this performances alone, as they have just begun their pre season
schedule, whilst this was Heracles' fourth game. However, it is clear
that their is still a lot of work to be done before the start of the SPL
season.
 31.7.07 18.00 PM
Smith Has Faith in His Players,
Rangers manager, Walter Smith, has defended his decision not to
bring in any new faces this Summer. He says that the squad which
came so close to beating Celtic to the title last year will be even
better prepared and more determined this season.
26.7.2007
11.00 AM
Romanov Predicts Hearts Glory,
Hearts' flamboyant chairman, Vladimir Romanov has predicted that the
season will end in glory for his team. He says that Angel
Chervenkov's men will be the surprise contenders for the SPL title
and will make a statement of intent at Parkhead on the opening day.
23.7.2007
20.00 PM
Irons: Can't Wait for New Season,
Gretna manager, David Irons, admits that he cannot wait for the new
season to get underway. Gretna face a glamorous opening day fixture
at home to Rangers, but their excitement is placated somewhat by
their dire financial situation which means they could go out of
business before the end of the year.
20.7.2007
12.35 PM
Long Road Ahead for St. Mirren,
Gus MacPherson has admitted that he is pensive ahead of the new SPL
season. With little money available with which to add to an already
threadbare squad, he is already consigned to a relegation battle.
 Newcastle
Sign Frings
Newcastle have signed German international, Torsten Frings for 9
million.
The defensive midfielder has arrived at St. James' Park with a big
reputation, following a successful spell with Bundesliga team, Schalke,
and is expected to play a big part in the Magpies quest for European
football.
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Sarioglu Joins Birmingham
Premier League new boys
Birmingham have broken the bank to sign Turkish international Sabri
Sarioglu, from Galatasaray.
The versatile defender had been linked with Rangers before
settling on a move to the Midlands.
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Stat of the Week
Alexandre Pato has been the best
performer in pre-season, scoring 3 goals and claiming 1 assist in his 2
games.
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Heracles Manager, Ruud Brood
"I think Celtic were very
lucky to come away from the match with a draw. My team dominated the
play but couldn't kill the game off."
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West Ham Manager, Alan Curbishley
"We just weren't at the
races today and Celtic were far more clinical in front of goal."
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