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Young gun proves deadly

DonJulio — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:15:48 GMT

When you’re young, you think you can take on the world – sometimes you’re right.

With his team 2-0 down to Juventus, Marek Hamsik decided enough was enough.

On 58 minutes, he slotted in at the far post to ignite the comeback. But that was just the beginning.

Less than 10 minutes to go, 2-2. Marek ran onto a perfectly cushioned ball and lashed a shot into the top corner for all three points.

Just wait until he’s unleashed in South Africa next year.

Super Mario smashes it

DonJulio — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:41:20 GMT

Sometimes you witness the precise moment a promising talent moves up several gears into the major league.

For the man they call Super Mario, it happened in just 48 minutes. Last night, Balotelli scored two, created one and won the penalty for another. He even had to be dragged away from taking the spot kick by the regular penalty taker. Balotelli is not lacking confidence.

Watch the video to see how Balotelli hones his touch and dribbling.

Will his skills and growing confidence be enough to book him a ticket to South Africa?

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Expect surprises

DonJulio — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:44:32 GMT

One side invented Total Football. The other invented Aussie Rules Football. One's consistently labelled as under-achievers. One's billed as a surprise package.

Can Australia take the next step and cause some damage in South Africa? Will Holland finally fulfill their potential?

It was goalless when the teams met in a friendly. But maybe they're saving their big guns for the big stage.

The bigger they are...

DonJulio — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 16:55:11 GMT

When a team arrives steeped in legends of masterful victories in Europe’s elite club competition, you can look on in awe, or find inspiration in plotting their downfall.

Stevan Jovetic struck twice to gun down the red half of Merseyside, proving it’s not your opponents’ ability that makes the difference - it’s yours.

Control is everything

DonJulio — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:10:28 GMT

You don’t need to score to change games. It’s all about pulling the strings.

On Saturday, Cesc showed the impact of his game-winning control as his inch-perfect through-ball laid on the goal that won the three points.

Be the player, behind the player.

Ignite Moment: Fabregas

DonJulio — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 09:58:14 GMT

What’s the difference between victory and defeat? Find out as Arsenal’s Cesc Fabregas breaks down a magical, match-defining moment.

Challenge: Fabregas

DonJulio — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 09:27:36 GMT

Got touch? Cesc Fabregas does. Think you can match his surgical skill? Watch the video. Lace up your boots. Ignite your game.

Performance built-in

DonJulio — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 14:17:03 GMT

A player’s boots are his weapons of choice. And they must be perfectly calibrated for deadly finishing.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the NIKEiD BootRoom. See the quality, precision and expertise that’s built-in to the boots of the Premier League’s most dangerous players.

Get yours at NIKEiD.

Tiempo SL: light in touch, heavy in class

DonJulio — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 09:26:49 GMT

Everyone in football knows that form is temporary but class is permanent – and there’s no more sophisticated boot than the new Tiempo Super Ligera.

Crafted from the softest kangaroo leather, the boot’s contours are designed to mould to your feet the longer you play in them, offering unparalleled comfort and control. Whatever the game throws at you, a suede collar keeps your ankle cushioned, while the flexible outsole and dual density studs give you the onfield traction you need to make the most of the ball when it comes your way.

Weighing in at 25% less than the classic Air Legend, the Super Ligera is the latest and lightest Tiempo boot. And when every extra gram you carry means a split second less to play that killer pass, you need to know that what you’re packing on your feet is the very best out there, pound for pound.

Light in touch, heavy in class: check out the new Tiempo Super Ligera at the NikeStore.

Boot design competition closed

DonJulio — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 15:16:01 GMT

When Nike asked you to design match boots for the likes of Carlos Tevez, Cesc Fabregas, Wayne Rooney, Theo Walcott, Rio Ferdinand and William Gallas, you sure knew how to respond.

More than 15,000 designs later, the cream of the crop have been submitted for some of the Premiership’s biggest stars to choose from when Arsenal and Man Utd line up to face each other on 8 November.

Better keep an eye on your email – if your design gets picked, we’ll be in touch to invite you and a friend to spend match day at the Emirates, where you’ll see the boots you designed in action. And did we mention that you’ll get a pair signed by the player that chose them?

In the meantime, stay tuned to the Nike Football blog to catch a glimpse of the winning entries, or visit Nike iD to design your very own custom boots, and walk away in style.

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The Cesc Fabregas Show - Part Three

ryangriffin — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:30:38 GMT

Thought you'd seen it all before? Think again.

Comedian Matt Lucas plays mind games on the training ground with Cesc, Philippe Senderos and a flying cow.

Arsene Wenger explains why a good player is like a well-built house.

And Cesc calls on the might of the Arsenal Legends to help him score that tricky first headed goal of the season.

It's part three of Nike Live: The Cesc Fabregas Show.

The Cesc Fabregas Show - Part Two

ryangriffin — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:18:04 GMT

Paul Kaye’s hilarious know-nothing commentator Bob Boonah crashes part two of Nike Live: The Cesc Fabregas Show, while three young players fight it out to face the man himself in a studio challenge.

The question is, can these boys mix it with a European champion in waiting? Tune in and find out.

Joe Cole's touch of magic

ryangriffin — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:37:45 GMT

Joe Cole knows that tying defenders in knots with fancy footwork starts with the skill to bring any ball under instant control. See how the England midfielder hones his touch, then put yourself to the test.

Playing in your hero’s shoes is next level

DonJulio — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 11:21:04 GMT

This summer, 16 footballing nations will collide. Europe's greatest players including Ibrahimovic, Fabregas and Gattuso will battle it out in special edition boots created for Europe's biggest football showpiece.

The T90 Laser II, the Tiempo Air Legend II and the Mercurial Vapor IV have all been redesigned with the heritage and location of host nations Austria and Switzerland as their inspiration. All the boots mix glacial-blue plates and vintage-look leather with match-winning performance.

Take your game to the next level this summer.

We've got Cesc Fabregas

akqa — Fri, 23 May 2008 15:36:36 GMT

PFA Young Player of the Year Cesc Fabregas meets Rick Edwards and Andy Goldstein at Nike Live.