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Eto'o and Sharapova Will Present at Bandung

noreply@blogger.com (Argo Merdiyanse) — Sun, 18 Sep 2011 13:04:00 +0000

Eto'o and Sharapova Will Present at Bandung - Two famous athletes planned presence in Indonesia. Is a footballer, Samuel Eto'o, and women's tennis player, Maria Sharapova, who is ready to visit the city of flowers, Bandung.

A pride if both athletes are really coming to Indonesia. They will be present at an event entitled "Tunza International Children and Youth Conference On the Environment 2011"

Eto'o is a footballer from Cameroon who now defend the Russian side, Anzhi Mackhachkala. Meanwhile, Maria Sharapova is a Russian tennis player who has several times won the grand slam tournaments.

This event is implemented by the Government of Indonesia through the Ministry of Environment (MoE) with United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) on 27 September to 1 October 2011 in Bandung.

Tunza conference is an International Conference which was followed by children (10-14 years) and youth (15-25 years) from all over the country and held every 2 years. The purpose of this conference is to raise awareness and consciousness of the world's youth about the importance of the Green Economy / Green Lifestyles, Forests, Sustainable Consumption and State of the Global Environment.

Expected to grow a sense of high concern for the environment through education, cooperation and information exchange. The results of this activity will be a declaration that will be called the Bandung Declaration and the input of the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development "Rio +20", as the position of a young generation of the world for the RIO +20 Sustainable Development.

Tunza Programme aims to provide information and instruments for the younger generation about how to "treat Mother Earth with care" and how to act for a better world. Tunza comes from the Kiswahili language, which means "treat with care or affection".

Minister of Environment, Prof.. Dr. Ir. Mohammad Gusti Hatta, MS stated that Indonesia was honored to host.

"Many countries are lining up to host, but we are honored. This event will be attended by journalists from around the world. We have to be a good host," said Gusti in the office of the Ministry of Environment.

"Minutes later the plan will be attended by the film star, Jackie Chan and the two athletes of the world, Maria Sharapova and Samuel Eto'o," he concluded.

Rooney equated greatness with Pele

noreply@blogger.com (Argo Merdiyanse) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 09:58:00 +0000

Rooney equated greatness with Pele - The sharpness of Wayne Rooney in the last few games with both Manchester United and England national team, reaping praise from some circles. Greatness Rooney even aligned with Brazilian maestro Pele.

This assumption was made manager of The Red Devils Sir Alex Ferguson. He considered Rooney is a breath of Manchester United, as a pillar Like the Brazilian Pele.

"Look at Pele. He is a striker who is very aggressive and can take care of herself. As is the case with Rooney. There are such similarities in strength, speed, and determination," said Fergie.

Greatness Rooney also is making the opponent flinch stronghold. No exception Benfica, who will be the enemy of MU in the first game Champions League on Wednesday (09/14/2011).

Benfica coach, Jorge Jesus, even to say Rooney is a player who is better suited figure comes from 'Brazil or Argentina' rather than from England.

Fergie also agrees that Rooney did have the ability above average. "Wayne is a typical English player. But there are English players who also have great qualities, such as (Paul) Gascoigne, George Best, Bobby Charlton and Denis Law," said Fergie.

In addition to praise the talents of Rooney, Fergie also lauds the work ethic the former Everton player. According to Fergie, work ethic and talent that makes the difference Rooney from other players in the Premier League.

"He has great courage. He wants to play all the time. He has incredible stamina for the extra exercise to hone the talent he has," said Fergie.

Rudy Hartono: Losing because of Money, It's Less Festive

noreply@blogger.com (Argo Merdiyanse) — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 09:39:00 +0000

Rudy Hartono: Losing because of Money, It's Less Festive - Maestro badminton, Rudy Hartono, said an athlete's sense of nationalism will be seen when playing. It will be seen when he bejuang desperately to defend his country.

"The sense of nationalism that will come to light when athletes want desperately to defend the country without thought of return," said Rudy, who won the All England eight times this.

That, he says, can be seen when athletes competed in world championships, the SEA Games, Asian Games, the Olympics or other official competitions. An athlete will feel proud when the country's flag was unfurled and the national anthem was played. They are very satisfied has undertaken the responsibility for it the name of the nation.

However, the former Chairman of Development of Achievement PB PBSI said his condition has changed at this time. The development could erode the sense of the nationalist era.

He cited the current athletes often promised a specific gift or some money if scores. According to Rudy, it can damage the sense of nationalism. "If the gift becomes the motivation for his best achievement was good. Just do not over money to be lost, it's brash," said the man was born in Surabaya, August 18, 1949 this.

According to him, if the gift is seen as a motivation to spur achievement by doing the best preparation can mean positive. "However, sometimes even make athletes think was the runner-up was still able to reward, it is wrong," said the 1980 world champion.

Workers Strike, World Cup Preparation Impaired

noreply@blogger.com (Argo Merdiyanse) — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 09:28:00 +0000

Workers Strike, World Cup Preparation Impaired - Workers at Maracana Stadium, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil's biggest venue where the 2014 World Cup, will continue the strike which has lasted for 13 days. Strike the second time in the past month, followed by about 2,300 people. They demand health facilities, improved meal service and a more adequate security controls.

Workers' strike at Rio was widened to various places in the country, including in southern Belo Horizonte and Salvador de Bahia in the north. The attitude of the workers were making preparation for the World Cup facilities to be delayed. Whereas previous FIFA has called for the construction of such facilities do not seem slow during this time.

President of Brazil Dilma Rousseff said late last month, the World Cup facilities workmanship carried out concurrently with the country's preparations to host the 2016 Olympics. Jobs accounted for completion in 2012.

Meanwhile, the leadership of the Labour Union Nilson Duarte told AFP that "it is known to strike when" and he appealed to a consortium of construction giant Odebrecht, Andrade Gutierrez and Construcciones Delta, again held talks with them.

In a statement the consortium said there was no reason for doing this. However officials said the consortium plans providing health facilities for workers will soon be prepared and the plan will take effect on 1 September

Vettel Planning Retirement Before 30 Years

noreply@blogger.com (Argo Merdiyanse) — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 02:05:00 +0000

Vettel Planning Retirement Before 30 Years - Age is relatively young, the mainstay of the Red Bull Racing driver Sebastian Vettel has been thinking about retirement. Defending champion Formula 1 plans to end his racing career, before turning 30 years old.

It is known that the achievement Vettel in pole position world very bright. German-born rider, 24 years ago, is listed as Formula 1's youngest world champion in history, when he won the crown in the 2010 season ago.

Until well into the 13th series this season, Vettel position at the top of the championship has not been displaced, which stood at 259 points, or 92 points ahead of closest rival who is also team-mate Mark Webber. Although still pocketed the duration of the contract until 2014 with Red Bull, Vettel already thinking about retirement in four or five years.

"My contract until 2014 and now, I have not planned any further. Maybe four or five more years, I will not berhasarat in Formula 1 anymore and want to do something different, "I Vettel as reported by Crash, Thursday, September 8, 2011.

"When racing, I am feeling very happy and satisfaction than anything else in life. Currently, I can not imagine the time to do things other than race. But, you do not ever say it will never happen, "said the rider who has won 17 grand prix Formula 1.

Jan Koller Retirement

noreply@blogger.com (Argo Merdiyanse) — Sat, 20 Aug 2011 15:06:00 +0000

Jan Koller Retirement - Former national team striker mainstay of the Czech Republic, Jan Koller decided to retire at age 38 years. Throughout his career, the tall striker has been strengthened by European clubs including Borussia Dortmund.

Koller is currently listed as the top scorer in the Czech Republic national team with a collection of 55 goals in 91 matches. Lastly, he strengthened the French club Cannes playing in third division. But the long injury forced him to retire from the sport that made his name.

Retirement of a player with 202 cm height is announced immediately in his personal website. "Stopping my career is not easy. I've actually been considering a long time. I look forward to what my future in the near future," Koller writes.

Koller at the club's best achievement occurred in 2002 ago when offered the Bundesliga title for Borrusia Dortmund. He was also twice awarded the Belgian League or League Jupiller to Anderlecht in 2000 and 2001.

Koller started his professional career in 1994 with the club Sparta Prague. He also had time to strengthen the club Belgium, Lokeren and French club, AS Monaco.

Christian Vieri Attacked by Former Business Partners

noreply@blogger.com (Argo Merdiyanse) — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 19:17:00 +0000

Christian Vieri Attacked by Former Business Partners - Former Italian national team, Christian Vieri was rushed to hospital after the attack from a former business partner. The incident occurred on a beach in Formantera, Spain, Wednesday, August 17, 2011.

As reported in Il Corriere dello Sport, Vieri attacked by a man who is not named. The man was his former business associates.

The man was attacked and bit her nose Vieri. As a result, the 38-year player should receive medical treatment because of his injury is quite serious.

Former Inter Milan player has been the case to the authorities through his lawyer, Danilo Buongiorno. Spanish judge plans to lead the case. Decisions will be announced several days later.

Vieri started his career at Torino in the 1991-92 season. He often alternated the club throughout his career he has defended the 12 clubs. He ended his career at Atalanta and decided to retire on October 20, 2009.

The plan of this man born in Bologna will come to Indonesia to strengthen Glory Milan team that will face Indonesia All Star Legends at the Bung Karno Main Stadium, Sunday, September 4, 2011.

Lionel Messi will be the captain of Argentina

noreply@blogger.com (Argo Merdiyanse) — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 19:03:00 +0000

Lionel Messi will be the captain of Argentina in a friendly match against Venezuela, Friday, September 2, 2011 to be held in Calcutta, India. Earlier in the Copa America 2011, the position held by the team captain Javier Mascherano.

"Coach Alejandro Sabella has announced Messi will be the team captain," said executive director Celebrity Management Group, Bhaswar Goswami who are the organizers of this match as reported sports.ndtv.com.

In a game facing Venezuela, Argentina brought the stars that play in Europe such as Sergio Agüero (Manchester City), Ángel Di María (Real Madrid), and Ricardo Álvarez (Inter Milan).

"There were doubts from some quarters whether Argentina would bring the main team. But now all doubts were gone," said Goswami.

This game will be the first debut as Argentina coach Sabella. Previously Tango team coached by Sergio Batista.

"We hope all players will come to this game," said assistant coach of Argentina, Julian Camino. After facing Venezuela, Argentina, Nigeria is scheduled to meet in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Tuesday, September 6, 2011.

Djokovic Wins Rogers Cup 2011

noreply@blogger.com (Argo Merdiyanse) — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 18:42:00 +0000

Djokovic Wins Rogers Cup 2011 - Novak Djokovic seemed to glory has not ended. Evidently, the Serbian tennis player again add to the collection title, after beating Mardy Fish in the final of Rogers Cup 2011 with a score of 6-2 3-6 6-4.

In a match in Montreal on Monday (8/15/2011), Djokovic started the match brilliantly. However, Mardy Fish could offer resistance in the first set. But after strong same score 2-2, the resistance Mardy Fish just end there.

Since Djokovic stole the advantage with the score 3-2, dominance of the tennis player nicknamed The Joker is very difficult to stop by Mardy Fish. The result, world number one took the first set with the score 6-2.

Mardy Fish tried to get up in the second half. Although time behind 2-4, but the tennis player from the United States should not stay silent. Finally, the Mardy Fish managed to equalize after taking the second set with the score 6-3.

Mardy Fish had started the third set properly. He succeeded in winning with a score of 2-1. But Djokovic did not seem to want to give away. In the end, The Djoker managed to win the tournament with a 6-4 victory.

Practically, this victory is the ninth title this year, including two prestigious United States Open title and Wimbledon

Neymar : "Barca World Best Team"

noreply@blogger.com (Argo Merdiyanse) — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 19:30:00 +0000

Neymar : "Barca World Best Team" - Santos striker who became the target of Real Madrid, Neymar, put Barcelona as the best team in the world. Neymar very anxious to try out the Champions League in the World Club Cup.

Neymar also credited with winning the Copa Libertadores, Santos led the meaning right to perform at the Club World Cup. Likely Neymar and Brazilian club meet Barca in the final.

Barcelona the best team in the world and they strengthened their best players. But we (Santos) will play with his own philosophy when he met them, said Neymar. If we meet Barca future, we would love to come face to face with them. Barca face an arduous task.

Neymar considers unnecessary special tactics to face Barca. However, before meeting Barca, Santos had to pass the semi-finals and the challenge should not be taken lightly. Club World Cup this year was held in Japan December 8 to 18.

The 19-year-old striker will reportedly continue to move from Santos to Real Madrid. However, Santos wants to maintain Brazil's national team striker at least until the Club World Cup.

Sharapova's Largest Athlete-Income Women

noreply@blogger.com (Argo Merdiyanse) — Sun, 07 Aug 2011 02:44:00 +0000

For the seventh consecutive time, the Russian tennis player Maria Sharapova established him as the highest-income professional women athletes in the world with 25 million U.S. dollars

Sharapova more income derived from outside tennis. Understandably, the 24-year career athlete in the world of tennis was slightly decreased lately. Although successfully stepped into the Wimbledon final in 2011, but the last Grand Slam title that Sharapova won the Australian Open in 2008.

A number of companies that sponsor Sharapova is Nike, Tag Heuer, Sony Ericsson and Evian. Besides Sharapova also undergo the apparel business.

In the list of richest female athlete who issued Forbes, Sharapova beat Denmark's Caroline Wozniacki tennis player who have the income 12.5 million USD. Then there IndyCar and NASCAR racers from the United States, Danica Patrick, who earn 12 million USD.

After that there are two former world number one, Venus Williams and Kim Clijsters. Venus has an income of 11.5 million U.S. dollars, while Clijsters of 11 million U.S. dollars.

Seven out of ten female athletes with the highest income derived from the world of tennis, including the French Open champion Li Na from China who is ranked eighth. Two other athletes who are not from tennis is ice skating athletes from South Korea, Kim Yu-Na, and U.S. golfers, Paula Creamer.

He's semi-finalists this ATP Tournament Washington

noreply@blogger.com (Argo Merdiyanse) — Sat, 06 Aug 2011 21:33:00 +0000

ATP Tennis Championship quarterfinals Washington was over, and four names have appeared in the semifinals. Gael Monfils will repeat the semifinals in 2007 and met with John Isner, while Radek Stepanek will face a host of favorite tennis player, Donald Young.

Monfils managed to frustrate the opposition sixth seed Janko Tipsarevic in straight sets, 6-4, 6-4. Meanwhile, Isner could meet third-seeded Monfils ended strand, Viktor Troicki, 7-6 (5), 3-6, 6-1.

"That kind of moment that makes the skin crawl, and freeze the bones. It's one game that I will always remember. We always have a great game, we always spend the best of our ability, "said Isner reminisce about his encounter with Monfils four years ago, as disitat from Eurosport, Saturday (06/08/2011).

In the other semi-final party, Donald Young is surprisingly got rid of the seventh-seeded Marcos Baghdatis in straight sets, 6-3, 7-6 (4). This is the first achievement of Young to the ATP Tour semi-final round that followed.

"It's very meaningful to me. It's the best I've ever done. It is a condition often I want to accomplish. Hopefully I can continue playing well at this level, "said Young.

Young will be met with Radek Stepanek who toppled fifth-seeded Fernando Verdasco of Spain, 6-4, 6-4. Stepanek was confident it seems to be struggling to face the audience who support the more favored opponents.

"Confidence continues to grow in every game. I have a good rhythm, hopefully I can stay that way until the weekend, "said Stepanek.

Sympathy expressions of Muhammad Ali to Norway

noreply@blogger.com (Argo Merdiyanse) — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 15:03:00 +0000

Bombings and shootings in Norway reap a variety of criticism. A number of parties had expressed his sympathy. No exception, the boxing legend, Muhammad Ali, who also wanted to sympathize with a letter to the victims.

Yes, as an expression of grief for dozens of deaths in Oslo and Utoeya Island some time ago, Ali sent a letter to Norway and especially the innocent victims.

In the letter reads: "My heart is with each of you in the face of the unimaginable grief of losing all of you," wrote Ali.

Ali also regrets, the offender declares himself to anti-Islamic. In fact, according to Ali, the richness of the differences make the world a better place and that multiculturalism should not be feared.

The Greatest also hope the children of victims of bombings and shootings can return to normal life, and expect peace in return created the Earth Norway.

"I hope your kids come back happy, healthy life again, I also want to create more peace and glory of the same," continued the letter.

Ali, who converted to Islam in 1975 ago it was, concerned about the bombings and shootings in Oslo Muslim hamlet on the island Utoeya conducted a number of right-wing fundamentalist groups, led by Andres Behring-Breivik on 23 July.

World's most popular boxer also want to convey his message, that Islam and multiculturalism in Europe is not the enemy, but you can create pluralism and peace which is certainly want people who are aware of the difference on this earth.

Latest David Beckham Tattoos

noreply@blogger.com (Argo Merdiyanse) — Sun, 31 Jul 2011 14:22:00 +0000

David Beckham has long been known for meaningful tattoos on his body are appended. Tattoo dedicated to his wife and three sons. It seems not take long for Beckham put a tattoo for his little daughter.

Princess first and fourth child David and his wife, Victoria Beckham, born earlier this month. To commemorate the birth of a baby named Seven Harper, David seemed to put a new tattoo.

This new tattoo on the left below the neck, as seen when David had an interview for his club, LA Galaxy. The design used was a circular letter with a form, which raises speculation that he wrote down the name of Harper Seven with a beautiful typeface.

Of the few parts of the end of the visible tattoos, this new body decoration would be right above the tattoo of Jesus and three angels, symbolizing himself and his three sons, Brooklyn, Romeo and Cruz. Meanwhile, for his wife, David put a tattoo of Victoria's name in letters shaped India, also the image of Victoria as an angel by 6 inches, that read, 'til death do us part'.

"All of my tattoo are the memories and things that are meaningful to me. No one had a tattoo with no meaning," said Beckham, the Manchester United legend.

Final qualifying for the Copa America 201, a new history for Paraguay

noreply@blogger.com (Argo Merdiyanse) — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 16:32:00 +0000

Copa America 2011 to the phenomenon of growing inequality in the power of teams of participants. In addition, Copa time will also set a new record after Paraguay qualified for the final.

Paraguay advanced to the finals after a 0-0 draw with Venezuela in 120 minutes and won 5-3 on penalties. Dario Veron sure step to the final after the fifth penalty taker Paraguay was successfully executed.

Again Paraguay goalkeeper and captain, Justo Villar was the star. The 34-year goalie who had just signed a contract with the Argentine club, Estudiantes was able to capture all three penalty kicks are executed Franklin Lucena Venezuela. Can not be forgotten is also the toughness of the line behind Paraguay.

It finished second victory on penalties that accounted for Paraguay in the Copa America 2011. In the quarter-finals, the care team to get rid of Brazil Gerardo Martino also with a 0-0 draw over 120 minutes, then a penalty shootout 2-0.

That is, La Albirroja never win in normal time. In three games qualifying Group B, Nelson Haedo Valdes cs also keep records of the draw against Ecuador, Brazil and Venezuela.

Paraguay to Uruguay in the final challenge which will be held at the Monumental stadium, Buenos Aires, Monday morning GMT, July 25, 2011. Uruguay qualify for the finals after beating Peru 2-0 through two goals from Luis Suarez in the semifinals.

Will become worse if the history of Paraguay again able to force a draw and a penalty shootout with Uruguay, and won. Since the 2011 Copa America winner is the team that never wins.

Sure, Uruguay will not let it happen. Moreover, Diego Forlan cs collectors are chasing a record into the Copa America championship title that is 15 times ever.

Peru, Copa America 2011 Third Winner

noreply@blogger.com (Argo Merdiyanse) — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 12:03:00 +0000

Peru won the entertainment at the Copa America 2011. Face Venezuela on Saturday, July 23, 2011, Peru won 4-1 at third-place playoff.

Compete at Estadio Ciudad de La Plata, Peru scored his first goal three minutes before halftime. William Medardo Chiroque Venezuela goalkeeper Renny Vicente Vega who escorted.

In the second half turn to Jose Paolo Guerrero in the list of scorers. He is getting feedback from Chiroque when the game entered 64 minutes. Five minutes before Peru faced with 10 men when a player sent off Venezuela's Tomas Rincon.

Venezuela could thins out in the 78th minute through Juan Arango. Goal is to make his team get a new spirit to be equalized.

Unfortunately for Venezuela. When they are busy attacking, instead Peru who can score additional goals. Guerrero scored two additional goals each in 90 minutes and upon entering injury time. Final score 4-1.

Guerrero was the first hat trick hat trick in the Copa America this time.

History of Sports

noreply@blogger.com (Argo Merdiyanse) — Sat, 23 Jul 2011 21:39:00 +0000

History of the sport in the world is as old as human civilization itself. This is reflected in the various discoveries that show the history of the sports people have done since prehistoric times.

Some of the oldest in the world of sports for example football that from the findings the scientists showed that the game of football has been played by people in ancient China since 481 BC

Along with the development of the modern world, the development of sport in the world became more complex with various kinds of sports are well organized formally within the scope of small-to large-scale international sporting events.