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Robin Van Persie allays fears over horrific eye injury

Saw pictures of the injured eye and almost cringed.

Former Arsenal player, Robin Van Persie has allayed fears over his horrific eye injury which he suffered during Fenerbahce’s clash with Akhisar Belediyespor in the Turkish Super league on Sunday evening.Fenerbahce team doctor, John Kunduracioglu earlier on dismissed reports making rounds that the injury had damaged his eye.

“Van Persie received a blow to his eye, it was torn and bleeding. After investigating, we sent him to an ophthalmologist at the hospital for further checks. We learned that nothing serious has happened, so the situation is good.” He said

The ex-Manchester United forward who opened the scoring for his side in the 3-1 encounter has however posted a positive update about the situation.

 

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Van Persie stripped of Holland's arm band, Robben appointed as new captain

Arjen Robben has been made captain of the Netherlands in Danny Blind’s first squad since taking over from Guus Hiddink as national coach, replacing striker Robin Van Persie. Blind said on Friday he needs a captain with more “on-field presence” as his team heads into two crucial European

Championship qualifiers against Group A leader Iceland and Turkey.

“I have not made this choice based on their soccer skills,” Blind told the Dutch federation’s website.
“In the guidance and coaching of teammates Van Persie and Robben are not inferior to each other — but they are two different personalities and right now I need a leader with [Robben’s] on-field presence.”

Robben said: “I consider it a great honour that the coach has asked me to be captain and will fulfil this role with great pride and responsibility. “But I also want to emphasise that we should do it right, all together. We have a common goal — to make the European Championships.”

Van Persie said he understood Blind’s decision.
“I have had a good talk with the coach, who indicated his understanding to choose his own captain in this new project,” the Fenerbahce striker said.

“I’ve always said Arjen, I and the other guys did it together. I will fill the role of vice-captain with pride. I will always give everything for my country.”
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Fenerbahce Unveils Robin Van Persie

Robin Van Persie was unveiled on Tuesday by Turkish side, Fenerbahce as the club’s latest addition in front of thousands of supporters in Istanbul. The unveiling came on the completion of his signing for £4.8 from English side, Manchester United. The Dutchman addressed the fans at the Sukru Saracoglu stadium expressing his delight over the switch.
“I am humbled to see that so many great fans came today to greet me and to welcome me into your family. I will try to learn Turkish very fast because I think it is very important that you adapt to the country you are living in and I am now part of the Fenerbahce family so I will adapt to the country and to you. And I promise you one thing – I will do everything in my power to help Fenerbahce win many trophies to make you guys happy. Because I can only imagine, if I see today, how it would be if we win the league, what kind of party that will be. I hope I can share that with you guys. Let’s do it together.”
Van Persie spent 11years in England with Manchester United and Arsenal before switching to the Turkish side.
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Robin Van Persie agrees personal terms with Fenerbahce

Some Arsenal fans are having some laugh at the moment. They will certainly mock him with memes. Manchester United forward,Robin Van Persie has agreed personal terms with Turkish club, Fenerbahce, he will in a matter of days sign a 4-year deal with the club. The two clubs are currently negotiating a fee for the Dutch man.
The 31 year-old joined The Red Devils from Arsenal for £24million in 2012. He scored 58 goals in 105 appearances for Manchester United.
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Photos: Manchester United and Manchester City players spread Christmas cheer at children's hospital.

This ‎festive season, few Manchester City and Manchester United players took out time to spread festive cheer with sick children at the Manchester Children’s Hospital.

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They arrived the hospital with mascots, presented them with gifts, played table football, signed autographs and took pictures with them.

Players from the two teams include;  Robin van Persie, Angel Di Maria, Juan Mata, Joe Hart, Vincent Kompany, Yaya Toure, Bacary Sagna, Scott Sinclair,  Ander Herrera, Phil Jones, David de Gea and Marcos Rojo.

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Wayne Rooney sings better than you. Photos from Manchester United's Christmas party.

Can Rooney sing better than you? Who knows? There’s no video evidence so disregard my headline.lol. Old Trafford men and their boss, Louis Van Gaal treated themselves to a wonderful Christmas party few days back.

Roll call of players at the event include Wayne Rooney who displayed his singing prowess. Others include Ryan Giggs, Robin Van Persie, Marouane Fellaini, Anders Lindeegad, Adnan Januzaj, Radamel Falcao, Ashley Young, Juan Mata, Johnny Evans, David de Gea, Luke Shaw, Di Maria and the likes.

Credit: Daily Mail

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Who should win FIFA goal of the year award? RVP, Diego Costa or Ibrahimovic? Check out the nominees.

Robin Van Persie, Diego Costa, James Rodriguez, Zlatan Ibrahimovic and four other players’ brilliant overhead, volleyed, long-range etc goals scored during the 2013/2014 season have been found worthy of FIFA goal of the year nomination.

 The FIFA Puskás Award, created in honour of Ferenc Puskás, the captain and star of the Hungarian national team during the 1950s, will be presented for the sixth year in a row at the FIFA Ballon d’Or 2014, which will be held at the Kongresshaus in Zurich.
Fans from across the world will decide which of the ten goals chosen by FIFA and selected Football Committee members will be the winner of this award. The vote will be an online poll with the winning goal and top three to be announced on January 12 at the ceremony for the Ballon d’Or.
Nominees for the Top 10 goals:
(1) Tim Cahill: Australia v Netherlands, World Cup (June, 2014)
(2) Diego Costa: A Madrid v Getafe, La Liga (Nov 2013)
(3) Marco Fabian: Cruz Azul v Puebla, Mexican Championship (Feb
2014)
(4) Zlatan Ibrahimovic: Paris SG v Bastia, Ligue 1 (Oct 2013)
(5) Pajtim Kasami: Crystal Palace v Fulham, Premier League (Oct
2013)
(6) Stephanie Roche: Peamount United v Wexford Youths, Irish Women’s
Championship (Oct 2013)
(7) James Rodriguez: Colombia v Uruguay, World Cup (June 2014)
(8) Camilo Sanvezzo: Vancouver v Portland, MLS (Oct 2013)
(9)Hisato Sato: Sanfrecce Hiroshima v Kawasaki Frontale, J-League (Mar
2014)
(10) Robin van Persie: Spain v Netherlands, World Cup (June 2014)
Past winners:
2013: Zlatan Ibrahimovic
2012: Miroslav Stoch
2011: Neymar
2010: Hamit Altintop
2009: Cristiano Ronaldo
2012: Miroslav Stoch
2011: Neymar
2010: Hamit Altintop
2009: Cristiano Ronaldo
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Goal celebration: Robin Van Persie replies Louis Van Gaal

Manchester United star, ‎Robin Van Persie has reacted to a statement made by his boss, Louis Van Gaal as regards his late equalizer celebration during the Red Devils’ clash with Chelsea on Sunday.

Earlier this week, Manchester United boss labelled the 31-year-old’s reaction after netting the goal, stupid and not so smart.

“You have seen he did a stupid reaction after the goal. You can be excited, but you don’t have to pull of your shirt as you know it is a yellow card. It is not so smart.”

RVP admitted that he was so carried away with the goal that he forgot about the rules.
“I know it’s one of the rules that you have to keep your shirt on, but sometimes you forget and everything comes together and the whole place explodes.
“It was one of those fantastic moments and the main thing is that we got something out of this game because we deserved it.
“It was a big relief for the fans, for the players and for everyone at Manchester United that we got the goal in the end. The whole stadium exploded and it gave us a big boost.”

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Real Madrid signing Van Persie?

A FIFA licensed agent, Francois Gallardo has claimed that Spanish giants, Real Madrid are making a speculated move for Manchester United striker, Robin Van Persie. If this is actually true, it will automatically open the door for Arsenal to sign Monaco Forward, Radamel Falcao whom the UCL Champions are equally interested in.
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Top 10 highest paid World Cup players+ their endorsement deals

And just in almost every football list. Barcelona’s Lionel Messi and Real Madrid’s Cristiano Ronaldo lead the pack.

Below are top 10 highest paid World Cup stars and their endorsement deals.

(1) Lionel Messi – £292,000 (After Tax)- Endorsement deals- EA Sports, Adidas, Turkish Arilines, Gillette, Pepsi

(2) Ronaldo – £288,000 (after Tax)-Endorsement deals- Konami, Nike, Coca Cola, Castrol, herbalife, KFC, Armani, Emirates

(3) Wayne Rooney – £300,000 – Endorsement deals- Harper Collins, Nike, EA Sports, Coca-Cola

(4) Robin Van Persie – £250,000- Endorsement deals-  Adidas, BT Sport, Pepsi

(5) Thiago Silva – £250,000 – Endorsement deal- Nike

(6) Yaya Toure – £240,000 – Endorsement deals – Puma, Ford

(7) Sergio Aguero – £230,000 – Endorsement deals- Puma, Pepsi

(8) Neymar – £230,000 – Endorsement deals – Nike, Volkswagon, Coca Cola

(9) Luis Suarez – £220,000 – Endorsement deal – Adidas

(10) David Silva – £200,000 – Endorsement deal – Nike

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