Claudio Ranieri leaves AS Roma after another lost.

Claudio Ranieri has resigned as coach of struggling AS Roma mere hours after the capital side's fourth consecutive defeat.

Roma were leading 3-0 at Genoa before collapsing in the second half to lose 4-3, prompting the club hierarchy to declare that they were to consider Ranieri's future on Monday. To make it worst than already it was, the resignation is also due to the rumors relates with the misunderstanding between him and club talisman caption, Francesco Totti.

Claudio, however, has pre-empted their meeting by resigning on Sunday evening.

The ANSA agency reported Ranieri as saying, "I always tried to think in the best interests of the team.

"After a match like today's, I think it's the fair thing to do to send a sign.

"When the final whistle sounded, I went into the locker room to thank the team, and I decided to resign.

"I hope that this decision helps to encourage the squad."

Roma's 2011 capitulation signals an ignominious end to an Olimpico career that once seemed promising.

Ranieri took the reins of the Lupi in 2009, succeeding Luciano Spalletti. His first season in charge very nearly saw Roma recapture the Scudetto, which they last won in 2001, only to lose out to Inter by two points.

The 2010-11 season, though, was one of almost total disappointment. As of Ranieri's final game Roma were 8th in Serie A, leaving them almost completely out of the runnings for a Champions League place.

In that competition, meanwhile, Roma squeezed into the knockout stages past Basel and CFR Cluj in what was thought to be one of the contest's weaker groups.

Once in the last 16 the Giallorossi lost out at home to Shakhtar Donetsk at home in the first leg.

Roma are yet to have yet to issue an official statement of their own regarding Ranieri's resignation, meaning that there is also no confirmed word on who is set to replace the coach, even temporarily.

However, sources in the Italian media indicate that Vincenzo Montella could be in line to take over. The 36-year-old spent a decade with the Lupi, scoring well over 100 competitive goals during his time in the Eternal City.

It is expected that club president Rosella Sensi will release a statement on Monday.

Champions League: Where went wrong for Barca?

Barcelona midfielder Xavi says his side were disappointed they did not take their "endless opportunities" against Arsenal in the Champions League, losing 2-1 to the Gunners in London.

The Spanish international believes the Blaugrana were superior to the English side, but failed to convert their dominance on the scoresheet.

"It was a shame because we felt we were superior to Arsenal," the 31-year-old told Marca post-match. "The result is worse than last season's, as we had a draw in that match, and now we have a loss.

"The team made significant errors, but played good football. All we lacked was the finishing touch.

"We didn't convert our endless opportunities. The match was up for the taking, but failed to win. The result was somewhat unfair.

"We may be disappointed, and know what we need to do in the return leg. We believe we can do well at the Nou Camp, and we are optimistic, but we respect Arsenal a lot," he concluded.

Malaysian international Safee Sali sign for Pelita Jaya

Malaysia international Mohd Safee Sali is finally set to join Indonesian Super League club Pelita Jaya on a one-year deal. Before this he has been linked with 3 others Indonesian clubs including Persib Bandung.

Sali will pen a deal which will see him earn a reported USD $10,000 a month, considerably higher than what he was earning with Malaysian club Selangor. This is the first Malaysian professional player played abroad and this is a very good sign for the Asean players especially.

"I want to thank Selangor for giving me this chance to play abroad. I won't waste this opportunity," Safee said.









"It will be a challenging experience as the league in Indonesia is competitive. I hope to help my new club achieve greatness and at the same time, help raise my profile as a player.

"My dream is to play in better leagues after my stint in Indonesia."

The 27 year-old striker top-scored at last year's ASEAN Football Championships (the Suzuki Cup) with five goals, all netted in the semi-final against Vietnam and final against Indonesia

El Nino leave Reds to Blues: Is that a right move for Torres?

Early this week, some very hectic occasion involving crazy transfer market among top club European countries. To the club who has big cash in hand, they was really busy finding their best player(s).

Early last week, BPL has been bombed by the captured of the Edin Dzeko (from Wolfsburg to Man City) and surprised Darrent Bent (from Sunderland to Aston Villa). Not too sure why Sunderland let their stars go but for sure with the price tag given, that was no concerned from the Sunderland side. However, does the fans really want to let him go? Does they prepared for all this?  We'll see.

The market came more crazing towards the last ticking of the datelines where Chelsea works for very last mins to capture world champions squad striker, Fernando Torres from rival Liverpool for GBP 50 millions plus David Luis from Benfica. Liverpool cant let Torres go juz like that. He quickly get Ajax prolific striker, Luis Suarez and Newcastle top man, Andy Carroll.

Torres departured from the Anfield was most grabbed the headlines around Europe. Torres was the key member of the Reds for very long seasons but this season his performance was questionable. With Gerrard suffered a lot of injuries and suspension, Torres seem likes did not get much support from the midfields.

Torres decision went to Stamford Bridge might due to couple of reason. One of it he really want to taste the European football where Chelsea will entertain Danish champions Kobenhavn in 2nd round of Champions League in mid of Feb 2011. Beside that, lack of support from his former teammates and criticise from the fans and media seems to be made the it worst than already it is.

With Chelsea, Torres really hope with the name of Malouda, Essien, Lampard or even Drogba able to help him to find back his best performance.

Malaysia Super League 2011 - Selangor vs Kelantan to kick off new season.

The MSL new season is coming this Saturday (27/01/2011) where there are few cracking matches to be played. Selangor and Kelantan will open the new season to grab a winner for the Charity Shield match. Let's preview both teams.

Selangor:-
K Devan's side is the title holder and will surely prepared for this match. With 6 national players who just been crowned new AFF Suzuki Cup champions, they are the favorite to regain the title. However, based on bad previous meeting with Kelantan, Devan's side must to do something for their good start of the season.

Strength:- With AFF Suzuki Cup top scorer, Safee Sali will surely boost the Red Giant. His experience and technique to be the key figure in this match. With Amri Yahya and Hardi Jaafar to support from behind, Kelantan defence has to be worried about. In defence, talisman Nasriq and Khairul Anuar will command the backline and Sairul Anuar Sundar is between the post.

Weakness:- Some of the players performance can be questioned. With lack of confident in passing and hold the ball is the only weakness to improve.

Kelantan:- The Red Warrior has been snapped by the news of suspension of their head coach B Sathianathan. Not just that some of their last season key players already been moved to other club. The name of Indra Putra, Khairuddin Omar and Norfarhan action surely will be miss by the fans. However, the effective Khairul Fahmi in goal will once again to be bet to hold the Selangor.

Strenght:- Red Warrior good tactical performance and teamwork was the key success for last season Malaysian Cup Champions. Badri Radzi in midfield and Khairul Fahmi in goal will decide the game. This lads played very important role for their last season success. And I can sure they will get their form back and hold the Selangor.

Weakness:- With absence of head coach B Sathianathan and 4 important last season players, Kelantan will to find their best 11 to face defending league champions, Selangor. Lack to passion in midfield and poor defensive discipline is the only thing to improve.

Prediction: Selangor will come out as a winner. 1-0 to Selangor.

Brilliant Berbatov: 3rd hattrick of the season was the payback value to Sir Alex

Dimitar Berbatov already makes a headlines again after stuck a 3rd hattrick of the season by sinks Birmingham 5-0 last Saturday. Now, Berbatov is the leading goalscorer in BPL with 18 goals leaving Carlos Tevez (Man City) with 14.

Early of the season, Berbatov name was not at a headlines list. In fact, the Bulgarian was not a popular figure in Man Utd fans. However, after stuck a hattrick against arch rival Liverpool and Blackburn, Berbatov was a United popular name to be chant everytime he plays.

I still remember Sir Alex challenged Berbatov to hit at least 20 goals in all competition. But now with 2 goals to reach the target, I would say Sir Alex will definitely revised his wishes.

Personal information
Full name	Dimitar Ivanov Berbatov[1]
Date of birth	30 January 1981 (1981-01-30) (age 29)
Place of birth	Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria[2]
Height	1.89 m (6 ft 2 1⁄2 in)[3]
Playing position	Striker
Club information
Current club	Manchester United
Number	9
Youth career
1991–1998	Pirin Blagoevgrad
Senior career*
Years	Team	Apps†	(Gls)†
1998–2001	CSKA Sofia	49	(26)
2001–2006	Bayer Leverkusen	154	(69)
2006–2008	Tottenham Hotspur	70	(27)
2008–	Manchester United	83	(38)
National team
1998	Bulgaria U21	1	(3)
1999–2010	Bulgaria	79	(48)
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only and correct as of 22 January 2011. † Appearances (Goals).

Can Dalglish deliver what he does best to secure The Reds?

King Kenny. That what the Liverpool fan call him. After poor start of the new season, Roy Hodgson raise the white flag and leave The Koop with 1001 question mark. His replacement was legendary Hall of Famer, Kenny Dalglish.

Dalglish 1st assignment was to overcome Man Utd in FA Cup. Unfortunately, that was not a welcome journey to Dalglish after Giggs early penalty shown The Koop an exit route. To make it worst that already it was, Liverpool lost 2-1 to Blackpool 4 days later and gave Liverpool only 2 point above relegation zone. Can Daglish find his magic touch one again?

In my opinion, after departure of Xabi Alonso, Liverpool tactic was stuggled to find his best suitable player. Xabi Alonso is not just a defensive midfielder but he also can be a playmaker. His superb long range passes is his secret weapon. The name like Aquilani, Poulsen, Lucas or Raul Meireles so far fail to do their defensive duty until Reina collect the boal in his net more that 20 this season. I still remember in 2008/09 season, The Koop famous with their great defensive side where only less that 25 goal conceeded. But now, the scoring is almost the same despite the league is only half way line.

This Sunday, the Merseyside derby take place. Can Dalglish success to overcome this time resistance? It just a matter of time. We'll see.