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The football world is still wondering how unlucky Ireland is for missing the World Cup qualifying spot. Some blame Henry for it; some say that the match should be replayed while some just point at the country’s lamentable luck.

The big question is what about Henry now? And will he get to participate in the World Cup? Again here there are differences of opinions, some say that he should be banned and some say he should be forgiven.

The Irish FA had asked for the match to be played again. That request was rejected by FIFA. Then the Irish FA asked for a place in the World Cup anyways. Yes, they wanted to be the 33rd team in the competition. FIFA president Sepp Blatter obviously thought this was some kind of a joke and went public with the matter.

The Irish FA has now come with all guns blazing and is severely criticizing Blatter for singing about something that was supposed to be confidential. While the Irish FA are doing all they to make an appearance in the football’s greatest competition, Blatter is ignoring their calls and pretending that he cares about it by saying ‘Henry matter will be discussed’

The Irish are refusing to believe they are out of the tournament and are doing all they can to put themselves back in. Maybe they are publicly critiscing Henry and are hoping that people will do the same and the team will get a place due to the public outcry.

But that isn’t working so they are trashing Blatter and screaming about what a bad president he is. And now we wonder what will Ireland do next?

Ireland is embarrassing itself, they should get over it. Maybe few people think they should be in the World Cup (and most of them are Irish) but rest all think that France should be in, they will entertain more than couple of Irish players that no one has ever heard of.

Lionel Messi was announced World Player of the Year, he was far ahead of the nearest rival making him favorite to win the award.

The award to Messi goes probably because of his contribution in the Champions League where helped catalan giants, Barcelona to win the competition for the year 2008-2009. This is not all, Messi was a part of the Spanish team that was the first ever to win all three competitions or the ‘treble’ for Barcelona.

Contrary to the popluar belief that Messi lived in Argentina for most of his life, the winger was spotted by Barcelona when he was in his teens and quickly offered him a place in the youth academy. He has since grown there and climbed up the youth ranks to make a name in the first team of the Blaugrana.

Messi is considered now as one of the best players in the world. He has everything right from skill full tactics to speed and he has the capability to single handedly lift a team to victory.

Messi, as most famous players are, has been seen a lot of rumours floating around, linking him another club. Barcelona made a bid for Manchester City Robinho and Manchester City were quick to ask for Messi in a swap deal. There were also reports in Italy linking the Barca ace to Inter Milan where money is not a problem for the Inter owner Massimo Morati. The wildest of rumors have been new Real Madrid owner Florentino Perez trying to do another Figo and break the bank to buy Messi.

But Messi says he will remain loyal to Barcelona since they showed so much faith in him when he was young and brought him to Spain. Messi continues to terrorize the defense and cause night mares to defenders of the opposing team.

Italy captain Fabio Cannavaro has cleared doping drug test said the Italian Olympic Committee. Italian skipper took a medicine containing banned substance cortisone after a wasp sting failed. Case was dropped at the request of Coni anti-doping prosecutor.

Cannavaro said you are stung by bees and find yourself in newspapers and media. He is unhappy about his treatment by media. He added saying this is the second time in my life that he found himself in newspaper without cause that too for a story like this. He hoped this story does not follow him and career as career has always been notable by respect towards sports and ethical principal which support it. On the evening of Parma’s Uefa final victory over Marseille, Cannavora was videoed inserting a drip into his arm. His lawyer confirmed the drip contained Neoton and this drug is used in cardiac surgery to protect heart and was not on the World Anti-Doping Agency list of banned substances. Ettore Torri said the case dropped last week and Cannavaro has not committed any doping offence. Cannavaro requested an exemption after being treated foe sting but did not receive any documentation before he was tested. He was suspended for Italy’s 2-2 draw in Ireland now guaranteed their place in World Cup finals in South Africa and is planning to play home game with Cyprus.

Justine Henin former world’s number one champion approved for a wildcard for the 2010 Australian Open. Belgian player announced in the month of September that she would come out of retirement in 2010 after 18 months. Craig Tiley tournament director has confirmed 2004 champion Henin will play for the Grand Slam.

Tiley added saying he spoke over the weekend and was happy to grant her permission for a wildcard into the Australian Open. Justine is the ultimate competitor and winner of seven grand slam titles and looking forward of welcoming back. Tiley said Justine decision on returning from the retirement won’t be taken lightly and she is in great shape and all prepared to compete against world’s best player. Justine once said Belgian player Kim Clijsters stunning performances after the return back inspires her. Henin is anticipated to make her comeback at the Brisbane International starting from the 3 January 2010 then later Australian Open, which will begin in Melbourne on 18 January. Henin won 2004 Australian Open and played 2006 final champion humbled her succession despite of bigger and stronger opponents in women tennis. Justine has won 41 titles before retiring from the game in May 2008 hold responsible of injuries and desired to live a life away from games.

Salomon Kalau Chelsea striker signed a new three-year contract with the Stamford Bridge club, which should keep him in west London until 2012. Carlo Ancelotti Blues Manager told at an official website that Salomon an important player for the club and he is pleased that Salomon has signed a new contract.

Ivory Coast star £8m signing from Feyenoord in 2006 was set to become a free agent next summer. Chelsea was currently appealing against a transfer ban imposed by Fifa, which prevents them from registering new players until January 2011. Later punishment was cancelled after the club was found guilty of suggesting Gael Kakuta to breach his contract with Lens in 2007. Kalou follows Didier Drogba, Ashley Cole and John Terry in vowing his future with the Premier League outfit and banned from signing any new players for the next two transfers window. Kalau was often used as a substitute since his move to west London with five of his 10 appearances this season coming off the bench. In total, he has made 93 starts, 66 substitute appearances for Chelsea and scored 31 goals. Ancelotti added saying Salomon is very well motivated and work hard for his game and he is sure of Salomon becoming an important player in future. Kalou is likely to play at next summer’s World Cup finals after Ivory Coast sealed their qualification with a 1-1 draw against Malawi.

Steve Meehan Bath head coach has signed a two-year contract extension that is set to keep him at the Guinness Premiership club until 2012. Deal is a major endorsement for Meeham‘s tenure despite of the club difficult start to the season with just one win and a draw from five Guinness Premiership games.

Meehan said he is very happy staying and continue working with these players for the club and its supporters. Bath has struggled to emerge from the shadow of drug scandal that rocked the club last season. Bath chief executive Nick Blofeld said we are delighted has Steve pledged another two years to Bath Rugby and the whole team on and off the pitch are keen to keep improving. Meehan joined Bath from Stade Francais in summer 2006 initially as backs coach. He soon became head coach after the departure of Brain Ashton. Bath had a slow start to the season winning only one of their six games including the defeat of Ulster in the Heineken Cup on Friday. However, Queenslander brought Bath their first silverware in 10 years when the club won the European Challenge in 2008. Meehan said Guinness Premiership kept on throwing up challenges to them, as does the Heineken Cup. Meehan decision to extend his stay at Bath comes shortly after the arrival of new executive who took over on 1 September.

AC Milan CEO Adriano Galliani claims it is likely David Beckham will rejoin the Italian club on loan from the Los Angeles Galaxy in the January transfer window. Gilliani said at a meeting in Monaco it is very likely that Beckham will come to Milan on loan until June 30 however, he could not consider anything finalized until there is a signature.

England midfielder had a successful loan spell at Milan last season during the Major League Soccer off- season. This opportunity would improve the 34-year-old chance of playing in the next summer’s World Cup. Tim Leiweke chief of Galaxy’s owner said in London we appreciate what he is doing here with England, we want to get a deal done for him and for the team. Midfielder joined Milan on an initial three-month deal in January that was later extended until the end of season last week deal was close to being finalized. Leiweke added saying David was probably saying a bit more than he should but he is right we are going to get something done and we are going to take care of him. He added saying David is a great player and we are proud of what he is doing with the national team. If David is not playing in Europe in the month of January then he is not going to be on the national team during the World Cup. We would be honored to do something for David s that he fulfils the dream. Beckam has won 114 caps for his country returned to England squad during a successful loan period at Milan Last season.

Zersenay Tadese rushed forward and cleared after 10 km to secure a third successive World Half Marathon title in Birmingham. Eritrean lowered the championship record he shared with Shem Kororia by 21 seconds to finish in 59 minutes and 35 seconds. Kenyan Bernard Kipyego along with Andrew Lemoncello chased Tadese.

Kenyan leading Mary Keitany easily won the women’s title from start to finish. Keitany smashed the championship record of Britains’s Paula Radcliffe who missed the race with tonsillitis in one hour six minutes and 36 seconds. However, Teammate Philes Ongori who passed Aberu Kebede in closing stage finished in 1 hr 7mins and 38 seconds. Kenya claimed the team title, Ethiopia second followed by Russia in third position. Claire Hallissey the British women in 25th position finished seventh in team standing. Britain men finished 14th with Kenya winning a fourth successive team title. Coach Ian Stewart said UK athletics did very well finishing seventh. It is a young team with lots to learn. He added saying he was bit disappointed with men’s team position. Andy Lemoncolla had a great run however, few of the athletes could have done better it was a learning curve.