Real Madrid midfielder Mesut Oezil has thanked coach Jose Mourinho for playing a big role in his development. The Germany international joined Real Madrid from Werder Bremen in the summer of 2010 and has since developed into a key player under the guidance of Mourinho. “He has had a huge impact on me. I want to thank him for putting his faith in me. That has really helped me develop…
Real Madrid attacker Cristiano Ronaldo has lavished praise on former manager Sir Alex Ferguson, branding the Manchester United legend as the best coach in the world. Ferguson ignited Ronaldo’s career, providing a platform for his talents when taking him to England from Sporting Lisbon in 2003, and the Portuguese international collected three Premier League titles as well as a Champions League winner’s medal during his six-year stint at Old Trafford….
Goalkeeper Juan Calatayud (Hercules) Hercules continue to be difficult to defeat on their return to the Primera Division and the performances of shot-stopper Calatayud have been instrumental. The promoted side came within 10 minutes of another impressive win, this time on the road against Almeria, and the 30-year-old made a string of inspired stops to frustrate the hosts. Although he was eventually beaten, the Alicante side have their glovesman to…