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When the Reds Go Marching Out; Now Who Are We to Blame, Liverpool?

An unconvincing victory after a long spell of bad luck proved to be insignificant for Liverpool FC, and instead of a miraculous lifeline into the Champions League, they were faced with elimination and a lot of ridicule...

Written by Michelle Alves about 7 days ago 192 reads 15 comments
Ryan Babel: Another Failure in Liverpool's History of Poor Signings?

Potential—that’s what Ryan Babel started off with in 2007 when Rafael Benitez signed him for a hefty $11.5 million. Such a fee would only go to a well deserved player, one would think...

Written by Michelle Alves about 8 days ago 689 reads 9 comments
Eduardo to Liverpool?: You're Kidding, Right?

Undoubtedly, this is the worst start for Liverpool in a long time; manager Rafael Benitez will need nothing less then a miracle to keep league dreams alive. Having lost only two games last season, Liverpool still did not go on to win the league...

Written by Michelle Alves about 17 days ago 936 reads 32 comments
Liverpool FC in the Stars: What Astrology Says!

Usually, I’m not a big believe in star signs, but from what I hear, they say a lot about people. Recently, I decided to look up Liverpool players and their manager to see if their personality and game play is affected...

Written by Michelle Alves about 25 days ago 374 reads 4 comments
Is Alonso's Exit the Reason for Liverpool's Downfall?

Liverpool isn’t a one-man team, as they have proven quite often by beating big teams like United and Chelsea without some of their main players, but why the sudden slump following Steven ...

Written by Michelle Alves about 27 days ago 286 reads 38 comments
Liverpool, God & Jesus...Have We Found A Judas in Michael Owen?

“Like Judas, it kisses and kills; like Joab, it salutes and slays” Everyone knows 'GOD' Robbie Fowler. In my last article I wrote about Jesus joining Liverpool...Have we now found Judas?...

Written by Michelle Alves about 5 months ago 1,421 reads 32 comments
Liverpool: If You Need a Miracle, Sign Jesus

With God having played at Liverpool, it's only natural that Jesus would follow in his footsteps Sixteen-year-old Spaniard Jesus "Suso" Fernandez was not only targeted by Liverpool, but also Barcelona and Real Madrid...

Written by Michelle Alves about 5 months ago 2,026 reads 18 comments
From Anfield to Emirates : Passion,The kandora's, And A Unique Expression of Joy

Ever wonder what people in Dubai, or the Emirates have to say about Liverpool's recent successes, about English football and about the successful teams of today? No? I'll tell you anyway! ...

Written by Michelle Alves about 5 months ago 244 reads 24 comments
Why It's Getting Tiring Now... (Football Of Course!)

I’m a football addict. A huge fan of the sport... and almost everyone who knows me will know that. I love everything about the game, the excitement, the noise, the goals.....

Written by Michelle Alves about 7 months ago 170 reads 27 comments
Liverpool vs. Barcelona: What Could Happen There?

A Champions League clash, such as the upcoming one with Liverpool and Chelsea, in my opinion, is boring, as the reds and blues face each other in the Champions League for the fifth consecutive season...

Written by Michelle Alves about 8 months ago 646 reads 32 comments
I. M. Vijayan: What Does Indian Football Have To Do with Selling Soda Bottles?

India is an interesting country. Some parts lie shadowed with poverty and some are brimming with the rich. There are places so ugly it’s hard to watch even on screen, and then there are places so beautiful they will leave you speechless...

Written by Michelle Alves about 10 months ago 424 reads 45 comments
Move Over Picasso, Liverpool is Taking Over!

Art can be seen in every moment of life. In memories, in music and even in sports. As every artist knows, you don’t have to look too far to find the beauty of art hidden even in the darkest corners...

Written by Michelle Alves about 10 months ago 427 reads 46 comments
Chocolate & Football; It's A Girl's World Now

Everyone knows a way to a girl’s heart is chocolate, that’s why it’s a most preferred Valentine’s gift. It’s also how a lot of people see girls. Sweet, beautiful and feminine, but things change...

Written by Michelle Alves about 10 months ago 473 reads 62 comments
The Tragedies of Football: All That Glitters...

Tragedy. One word, simple enough. Three syllables, a lifetime of meaning. Seven letters, countless emotions. Such a tiny word holding so much behind it...and this might just be the beginning...

Written by Michelle Alves about 10 months ago 250 reads 16 comments
Cricket For Dummies: A Footballer's Guide

Cricket is a sport. Like football. It’s not hard to understand, but for those who never watch it can be about as fun as chemistry class (that is, if you’re not a nerd). Teams, points and stumps...

Written by Michelle Alves about about 1 year ago 729 reads 27 comments
Duckworth-Lewis Method: Cricket Fair Play Or Another Complication?

In football, you see the players out on the ground, no matter what. Be it rain, storm or snow. Cricket, isn’t as rough. It’s a tiring game no doubt and sure does test your stamina...

Written by Michelle Alves about about 1 year ago 376 reads 16 comments
Steven Gerrard: Liverpool's Future Manager?

Soon celebrating 10 years at Liverpool, Steven Gerrard admits he wants to end his career at Anfield. A brilliant 10 years, of which five have been as captain of the team, Gerrard says he wants to sign a contract at Liverpool for life...

Written by Michelle Alves about about 1 year ago 480 reads 33 comments
Steven Gerrard And I Have a Lot In Common

I type the name "Steven Gerrard" and get news, pictures and videos linked with him. I type Michelle Alves, and I get some model, who looks nothing like I do and I know this because if I looked ...

Written by Michelle Alves about about 1 year ago 521 reads 44 comments
India Might Teach the World a Few Lessons in Football

We all look up to stars like David Beckham and Zidane and aspire to be like them. Wealthy, popular, and everything that comes with it. Is that wrong? No. There are times where such players teach you nothing...

Written by Michelle Alves about about 1 year ago 371 reads 55 comments
Stefano Borgonovo: An Inspiration to Our Beautiful Game

In my previous article, I wrote about Liverpool and the passion fans like Liam Harker have for the team. This time I’m looking at other inspirational players, and reasons why every time ...

Written by Michelle Alves about about 1 year ago 788 reads 45 comments
Liam Harker: Three Miracles Up, Is He Our Saint?

Every night before I sleep, I say a prayer. One for myself, one for my family, and one for Liverpool FC. No, I’m not obsessed. The prayer is not just for the team. It’s for the fans, the love, and the passion that I see almost every day...

Written by Michelle Alves about about 1 year ago 544 reads 84 comments
Why The World Loves Cristiano Ronaldo!

Someone once told me, even if you hate someone, try looking at the positive qualities of that person and you might change your mind. Ever since I've seen him, I've harboured deep hatred for Cristiano Ronaldo...

Written by Michelle Alves about about 1 year ago 2,938 reads 116 comments
Football: Expressing Yourselves!

Sitting, waiting, wishing. A Jack Johnson song? No, not just that. It’s the slogan of every football fan. Let’s admit it. How much more can we do than that? You, wearing your lucky socks, or you who keeps your fingers crossed...

Written by Michelle Alves about about 1 year ago 414 reads 29 comments
Liverpool v. Wigan: Comeback Kings at Their Best!

After sitting through the Chelsea game, hoping that they would lose this one so we could take first place, I felt it wasn’t going to be a good day. Half way through the Liverpool game, I was in no doubt it was a dreadful day...

Written by Michelle Alves about about 1 year ago 1,297 reads 30 comments
Jamie Carragher — The Soul of Liverpool FC!

Usually, I avoid writing about big names, famous footballers (other than Cristiano of course) because everyone knows nearly everything about them...

Written by Michelle Alves about about 1 year ago 1,057 reads 34 comments

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Michelle Alves Article Archive

When the Reds Go Marching Out; Now Who Are We to Blame, Liverpool?

Ryan Babel: Another Failure in Liverpool's History of Poor Signings?

Eduardo to Liverpool?: You're Kidding, Right?

Liverpool FC in the Stars: What Astrology Says!

Is Alonso's Exit the Reason for Liverpool's Downfall?

Liverpool, God & Jesus...Have We Found A Judas in Michael Owen?

Liverpool: If You Need a Miracle, Sign Jesus

From Anfield to Emirates : Passion,The kandora's, And A Unique Expression of Joy

Why It's Getting Tiring Now... (Football Of Course!)

Liverpool vs. Barcelona: What Could Happen There?

I. M. Vijayan: What Does Indian Football Have To Do with Selling Soda Bottles?

Move Over Picasso, Liverpool is Taking Over!

Chocolate & Football; It's A Girl's World Now

The Tragedies of Football: All That Glitters...

Cricket For Dummies: A Footballer's Guide

Duckworth-Lewis Method: Cricket Fair Play Or Another Complication?

Steven Gerrard: Liverpool's Future Manager?

Steven Gerrard And I Have a Lot In Common

India Might Teach the World a Few Lessons in Football

Stefano Borgonovo: An Inspiration to Our Beautiful Game

Liam Harker: Three Miracles Up, Is He Our Saint?

Why The World Loves Cristiano Ronaldo!

Football: Expressing Yourselves!

Liverpool v. Wigan: Comeback Kings at Their Best!

Jamie Carragher — The Soul of Liverpool FC!

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