Sparky's Column
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A Year in Review
Monday 26th Dec, 2011The end of the year is nearly upon us, its a time to reflect and look forward. I have asked a few of the journalists covering the game here for their highlights but first my own. This maybe a different angle but Dubai Clubs survival in the Pro League was an amazing feat especially as they lost their first seven games....
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A Big Week for the Little Guys
Monday 19th Dec, 2011It's always interesting to see how the rest of the world perceives the UAE. It seems to be somewhere between an oil laden paradise and some kind of Bedouin existence....
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Sand and Sandwiches
Tuesday 29th Nov, 2011The latest addition to the coaching fraternity here in the UAE is Argentinian Gabriel Calderon who replaces Jorvan Vieira at Bani Yas. I have five key facts about the latest coach to come through the revolving door....
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Touchline Trauma
Monday 21st Nov, 2011David Trezeguet has called time on his brief stay at Bani Yas. The persistent muscle injury which dogged him pre season has finally caught up with the Frenchman....
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Well Dressed but not Well Heeled
Monday 14th Nov, 2011Maradona has dedicated another win, this time to his Father, which is another nice sentiment after his Mothers day dedcation. He is hoping to get enough wins to dedicate to close family, extended family and friends. In a season of just over 30 games he will have win the majority of matches....
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