Real Madrid Extends Contracts for Sergio Ramos and Pepe

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Real Madrid on Tuesday secured the futures of half of it’s back four: Sergio Ramos and Pepe.

Ramos, 25, signed a contract that will keep him in Madrid until the 2016-17 season. The defensive back joined Madrid from Sevilla in 2005. With Ramos, Madrid has won two Ligas, the Copa del Rey and the Spanish Super Cup.

Ramos is also a regularly featured player on the Spanish national squad and won the 2008 EuroCup and the 2010 World Cup.

Pepe, 28, signed a deal that will last until the 2015/16 season. The central defender joined Madrid in 2007 from Porto.

Why Arsène Wenger Should Leave Arsenal

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Arsène Wenger has been on Arsenal’s bench since 1996. Maybe it’s time he called it a game and went home. Here’s why.

1. When was the last time Arsenal won a title? 2005 FA Cup.  Six years are a long time to go without a title and still keep your job.
2. They are a constant disappointment in Champions League. In 15 years they made it to the final only once back in 2006, and even then they took a beating from Barcelona.
3. Their standing in Premier is slipping. The Gunners finished in fourth place last season.
4. Players want out. Cesc Fabregas wants to go to Barcelona and Samri Nasri is getting a lot of interest from Manchester United. Whether it’s because of Wenger’s coaching style or the lack of titles, I can’t blame them for wanting to leave.

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David Beckham Has Still Got It

He may not have the same spark as he did a decade ago, but David Beckham showed everyone Saturday night he is still the king of the stopped ball.

With the Los Angeles Galaxy tied 1-1 against the Chicago Fire, Beckham scored huge on this corner kick in the 65th minute:

Beckham notched an assist earlier when he fed a pass to Landon Donovan for a goal in the 58th minute.