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Croatian winger Pusic signs for Tigers (08/08/11)
Croatian winger Martin Pusic has signed a one-year deal with Hull City following a successful trial with the club. Pusic, 23, initially impressed Hull City’s watching scouts in a pre-season friendly as part of a team of free agents organised by World in Motion last month.
World in Motion trial game declared a success (22/07/11)
A team comprising free agents from across Europe, assembled by World in Motion from the company’s offices in Portugal, France, Hungary and Austria, took on Bury Football Club this week in a pre-season friendly in front of watching scouts from the Premier League and Football League. Although a strong Bury side eventually ran out 3-0 winners after a first half stalemate, it was an impressive effort from a Free Agent XI who went into the game unacquainted with their team-mates and short on match fitness. On the back of the fixture, several players have earned themselves trials which are currently ongoing, most notably Boldizsár Bodor at Leeds United, Maxime Brillault Crystal Palace and Martin Pusic at Hull City. World in Motion will be looking to repeat the successful exercise in 2012.
Sporting Lisbon striker Owusu moves to Belgium (15/07/11)
William Owusu Acheampong, Ghana U23 and Sporting Lisbon striker, has moved to Westerlo on loan for the 2011/12 season. Owusu spent the 2010/11 season on loan at Cercle Brugge but decided to join Westerlo for the upcoming season as their attacking style of play would be more suited to him. Owusu was recently called into the Ghana U23 squad.
Swansea swoop for Benfica keeper (08/07/11)
World in Motion’s José Moreira has today agreed to join Swansea City on a two-year deal. Moreira, a Portugal international and Benfica legend, has spent the previous 12 years at Benfica, and helped Benfica win the Portuguese Cup with a Man of the Match display and penalty save against Paços de Ferreira in April. "It's my dream to play in the Premier League and I'm delighted to get my chance with Swansea City," said Moreira.
Englishman abroad: Matt Jones moves from Santa Clara to União de Madeira (08/07/11)
The only Englishman currently playing in Portugal moved today from Santa Clara to União de Madeira. 24-year-old Matt Jones, a 6’3 goalkeeper who came up through the West Brom academy, signed a one-year deal with the Portuguese Second Division club and expects to cement his position as their number one.
Blackpool move for Matt Hill (07/07/11)
Blackpool beat off competition from a number of Championship clubs to secure the signing of Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Matt Hill on a one-year contract. The vastly experienced Hill, who can play as a left back or a centre back, joins up with Ian Holloway and is strapping himself in for another roller coaster ride in Blackpool!
Stoke sign up Austria U17 goalkeeper (05/07/11)
Premier League outfit Stoke City have agreed to sign highly rated Austria U17 goalkeeper Daniel Bachmann from Austria Vienna, following a successful trial period arranged by World in Motion. Daniel, who stands at 1.91m, turns seventeen this month.
World in Motion men move north of the border (01/07/11)
Former Rotherham United midfielder Nicky Law will have the opportunity to work under the management of Stuart McCall once again having completed a move to Motherwell FC. Law, who played under McCall at Sheffield United and Bradford City, signs a two-year contract at Fir Park. McCall remarked that the ‘Well were “delighted” with their new signing. He will line up in front of centre-back Shaun Hutchinson, who last month signed a new deal keeping him at Fir Park until June 2014. Meanwhile, former Ipswich Town defender Josh Meekings, 18, will link up with former Tractor Boys legend Terry Butcher having penned a two-year deal at Inverness Caledonian Thistle. Moving in the opposite direction and south of the border is Scotland U21 keeper Alan Martin, who has agreed a one-year contract with Crewe Alexandra having won promotion with Ayr United at the end of the 2010/11 season.
Leeds United sign goalkeeper Rachubka (24/06/11)
Leeds United have replaced Leicester City bound Kasper Schmeichel with 30-year-old Paul Rachubka, who joins from Blackpool FC on a free transfer. The former Manchester United stopper joins on a two-year deal.
Shackell joins Rams on three-year deal (21/06/11)
Barnsley skipper Jason Shackell has completed his move to Derby County for an undisclosed fee, believed to be in the region of £750,000. The centre-half, named as Barnsley’s Player of the Year in 2010/11, has labelled the move “a good fit at this point of my career.”
World in Motion represent Millwall FC in Racon deal (21/06/11)
World in Motion represented Millwall FC in the acquisition of free agent Therry Racon, who arrives from Charlton Athletic. The Guadeloupe international, who made over 100 appearances for Charlton, signs a two-year deal.
Richie Barker promoted to Bury manager (01/06/11)
World in Motion client Richie Barker was today appointed as new manager of Bury Football Club. Barker has led Bury to promotion to League 1 since taking over in March, winning his first six league games in charge, earning him the League 2 Manager of the Month award for April.
High-flying Swan bound for Premier League (30/05/11)
World in Motion client Alan Tate is now a Premier League player following Swansea City.s 4-2 Play-Off Final victory over Reading today. Congratulations!
Basey and The Posh clinch promotion (29/05/11)
Congratulations to Peterborough United and Wales U-21 left back Grant Basey following his side’s promotion to The Championship. Grant joined Peterborough from Barnet is January 2011.
João Moutinho wins treble with FC Porto (22/05/11)
FC Porto routed Guimaraes 6-2 today to complete a historic treble following their Portuguese League and Europa League successes. World in Motion client Moutinho has been at the heart a Porto side that went through the entire 2010/11 league campaign unbeaten, following his €9,000,000 transfer from rivals Sporting Lisbon.
Hungarian star Peter Czvitkovics moves to Belgium (24/05/11)
Talented Hungarian international midfielder Peter Czvitkovics today signed a two-year contract at Belgian top flight club KV Kortrijk. Peter had options in England, France and Cyprus but felt that Kortrijk was the best place for him to progress his career.
Smalling becomes a Premier League champion (14/05/11)
World in Motion client Chris Smalling won his first major honour as a player today as Manchester United claimed a 19th league title. The trophy caps a superb season for Smalling, who also earned a first call-up to the England squad in 2011.
John Ruddy and Elliott Ward back in Premier League (03/05/11)
Congratulations to World in Motion clients John Ruddy and Elliott Ward on Norwich City's promotion to the Premier League. John has been ever present in Norwich's 2010/11 campaign and clocked up 11 clean sheets along the way. Elliott, meanwhile, made 39 appearances for the Canaries, scoring one league goal.
Inkoom takes Wembley bow (29/03/11)
FC Dnipro and Ghana right back Samuel Inkoom made his first appearance at Wembley this evening in Ghana’s 1-1 draw with England. The Black Stars equalised late on through Asamoah Gyan. 22-year-old Inkoom now has 24 Ghana caps.
Charlton starlet Wagstaff nets 10th goal of the season (26/03/2011)
Charlton Athletic winger Scott Wagstaff netted his 10th goal of the season in a crucial 2-2 draw away to Bournemouth this afternoon. Scott now has 10 goals and 8 assists this campaign.
Aston Villa’s Parish moves to Lincoln on loan (25/03/2011)
Aston Villa and England U20 goalkeeper Elliot Parish today moved on loan to Lincoln City until the end of the season.
Alex Smithies called into U21 squad (20/03/2011)
Congratulations to World in Motion client Alex Smithies for his call up to the England U21 squad. Having previously represented England at U16, U17, U18 and U19 level Alex now looks set to make his debut for the U21 team.
Fulham extend Matt Briggs’ contract (01/03/2011)
Matt Briggs has agreed a new contract at Fulham that runs until 2014. Having tasted first team action this season Fulham have tied the extremely talented left back down to a long term contract to stave off the interest from other clubs.
Ghana star Samuel Inkoom moves to Dnipro for €7m (27/01/2011)
World in Motion client Samuel Inkoom moved to Dnipro today in a €7m deal. The Ukrainian giants fought off competition for his signature from a number of other major European clubs to sign the talented Ghanaian International right back. Samuel signs a four year contract at Dnipro.
Wolves’ Matt Hill joins Barnsley (24/01/2011)
Matt Hill today joined Barnsley on a short term contract, which expires at the end of the 2010/2011 season. Having completed a successful loan spell at Barnsley in late 2010, they quickly moved to tie up a deal for the rest of the season.
Eddie Howe takes control of Burnley (17/01/2011)
World in Motion client Eddie Howe today decided to accept the position of manager at Burnley following very strong interest from London rivals Crystal Palace and Charlton Athletic. Howe is joined at Burnley by Jason Tindall who was his Assistant at Bournemouth. Speaking about his appointment Eddie said: "It is just a fantastic opportunity for Jason and myself to join such a big, ambitious and progressive club and we are delighted".
Millwall sign Josh McQuoid (06/01/2011)
Josh McQuoid today signed a three and a half year contract at Millwall that turns his loan spell into a permanent move. McQuoid’s form over the past six months has led to several bids from Championship sides, but Millwall have finally won the race to sign the highly talented young striker.
Joseph Bissah joins Atlético Madrid (03/01/2011)
Rising star Joseph Bissah today joined Atlético Madrid on loan until the end of the season. 20 year old Bissah has already represented Ghana Local Black Stars and now gets the opportunity to move to Europe for the first time in a deal brokered by World in Motion.
Glasgow Rangers extend contract of Neil Alexander (05/12/2010)
Rangers have extended the contract of World in Motion client Neil Alexander in a deal that runs until 2014. Scotland international Alexander is battling it out with fellow international Allan McGregor for the no 1 jersey at Ibrox.
Bristol City snap up goal machine Brett Pitman (23/08/2010)
Bristol City have beaten off competition from newly promoted Premier League club Blackpool as well as a host of Championship rivals to sign highly rated striker Brett Pitman. Pitman scored 62 goals in 197 appearances for Bournemouth and was at the club for six years before deciding the time was right to challenge himself at a higher level.
Rachubka signs new deal (17/08/2010)
Paul Rachubka has signed an improved 2 year contract with Premier League newcomers Blackpool FC. The former Manchester United goalkeeper will be aiming to secure a starting line-up for the tangerines having played in more than half of the games last season.
Wesley signs on at Palace (17/08/2010)
The former Fulham and England Under 19 goalkeeper Wesley Foderingham has signed a 2 year contract with Championship Crystal Palace FC.
Kamil Tevfik leaves Millwall for Turkey (14/07/2010)
Turkey Under 18 international Kamil Tevfik left Millwall at the end of last season and joined Turkish Superliga new boys Bucaspor on a 2 – year deal. His move will give him the opportunity to play against European big boys Fenerbache and Galatasaray.
Joao Moutinho Joins FC Porto from Sporting Lisbon (07/07/2010)
WiM client Joao Moutinho left Sporting Lisbon this week to join Portuguese rivals FC Porto for a transfer fee of in excess of 11 million Euros. Joao had been at Sporting since the age of 14 and the former Everton target has opted for a fresh start and for champions League football.
Lennard Sowah Joins SV Hamburger from Portsmouth (06/07/2010)
After breaking the Premier League record by becoming the youngest ever player in FAPL history, ‘Lenny’ has joined German high-fliers Hamburg on a 3-year deal. Sowah is a Germany Under 18 international and hopes his move to the Bundesliga will cement his international position. The promising left back was a sought after commodity with some of Europe’s biggest clubs chasing his signature.
John Ruddy Joins Norwich City from Everton (05/07/2010)
Promising young goalkeeper John Ruddy left Everton this week in search of first team opportunities. After a highly successful season on loan at Motherwell newly promoted Norwich signed Ruddy on a 3 – year deal and for an initial transfer fee of £250,000.
Helder Barbosa joins SC Braga from FC Porto (02/07/2010)
Exciting young forward Helder Barbosa joined Portuguese league runners up SC Braga this week. He was subject to a straight swap for a Polish goalkeeper and signed a 2-year deal at the club.
Jay Demerit Makes USA Final 23 for the World Cup in South Africa (26/05/10)
World in Motion client Jay Demerit was, last night, named as one of the USA squad of 23 players who are set to attend the World Cup next month.
Matthew Briggs Plays for England U19 (25/05/10)
Matthew Briggs played the whole game for England U19’s against the Republic of Ireland U19’s in Ukraine as part of the European U19 Championship elite qualifying round this week.
Robert Green Plays for England Against Mexico (24/05/10)
Robert Green excelled in the 45 minutes he played for England against Mexico at Wembley this week. He pulled off numerous world class saves and this superb form lead England legend Peter Shilton to tip him to start for England in South Africa.
Rotherham’s Nicky Law was named in the League Two Team of the Year for the 2009/10 season (27/04/10)
After an excellent season in which his dazzling form have helped propel his team into the League Two Play-Off’s, World in Motion client, Nicky Law was rewarded on Sunday with a place in the PFA League Two Team of the Year.
Lennard Sowah Breaks Premier League Record (18/04/10)
World in Motion client Lennard Sowah became the first player born after the Premier Leagues inception to start a game when he played for Portsmouth FC against Aston Villa last week.
Neil Alexander Wins 2009/10 Scottish League Cup Competition (21/03/10)
Neil Alexander played a key role for Rangers in their ultimately successful Scottish League Cup campaign this season. He started in each round including the final where his Rangers side beat St Mirren 1-0 despite finishing the game with 9-men.
England U21 v Greece U21 (03/03/2010)
World in Motion’s Chris Smalling started at the heart of the England defense for their European U21 Championship Qualifier at the Keepmoat Stadium last night. On the opposing side was new client Elini Dimoutsos who played in midfield for Greece.
International Games (03/03/2010)
Robert Green (England Jay Demerit (USA) all started for their respective countries in pre-World Cup friendlies on Wednesday night with Joao Moutinho making an appearance for Portugal.
England U19 (02/03/2010)
Wesley Foderingham, Scott Malone, Ryan Mason and Matthew Briggs all played for England’s Under 19’s against Holland on Tuesday 2nd March 2010. Matthew Briggs captained the side Scott Malone claimed the assist for England’s goal in a creditable 1-1 draw away from home.
World in Motion broker the biggest deal of the January Transfer Window (28/01/2010)
World in Motion client Chris Smalling’s transfer to Manchester United was completed today. He will remain at Fulham until the end of the season and will join up with his new team mates for pre-season. Smalling signed a 4-year deal with the premiership champions for £12million and will be hoping to break into the first team as soon as possible.
World in Motion Players Feature in U20 World Cup (September/October 2009)
Aston Villa’s young goalkeeper Elliott Parish and Fulham’s Defender Matthew Briggs were both involved in all three of England’s games in the FIFA U20 World Cup in Egypt earlier this month. Although England didn’t meet expectations both the boys came back with valuable experience which will help them fulfill their plentiful potential.
Joao Moutinho signs with WIM (20/07/09)
Sporting Lisbon and Portugal central midfielder Joao Moutinho signs an exclusive rights of representation agreement with World in Motion in the UK market. Joao is one of the most highly regarded talents in European football and became the second youngest captain in the clubs history when he was awarded the role in 2008.
Jimmy Bullard Moves to Hull City (23/01/09)
World in Motion were instrumental in assisting Hull City AFC in securing the services of central midfielder Jimmy Bullard from Fulham FC. This was the highest transfer fee Hull had paid in their history and was worth£5m.
September 08
Help for Heroes charity match
Congratulations to Mark Odejobi, Tom Mercey, Nathaneal Catt and Justin Bishop have all been asked to play in the Help for Heroes charity match at Twickenham. The
game is aiming to raise £1m for injured British soldiers.
Scott Gibbs and Lawrence Dallaglio will lead the two sides.
September 08
Super League Dream Team
James Graham , Ade Gardner and Rob Burrow make the Super League Dream team after all enjoying fine seasons for their respective clubs. They are all hoping to be involved for England in the Rugby League World Cup.
September 08
Montpellier - Top 14
Ollie Smith, Mark McHugh and Bruce Douglas all enjoy fine starts to the Top 14 campaign for Montpellier. Montpellier go into the middle of September sitting 3rd in the table having only lost one game.
September 08
Congratulations to Nick Kennedy and Tom Croft make Martin Johnson's training squad for the November internationals.
September 08
England U20
James Clark and Courtney Lawes make the initial England U20 squad for the second year running. The U20 RWC is being help in Japan in 2009.
July 08
All Black star Masoe signs for Castres
WIM broker All Black star Chris Masoe's deal to Top 14 side Castres.
Samoan-born Masoe will join Castres on November 1, and stay for two seasons in the Tarn region. He is Castres' final recruit for the season, and had made an agreement to sign a week before the closure of the French transfer window.
July 08
U20 RWC
Congratulations to James Clark, Courntney Lawes, Nathaneal Catt, Ben Thomas, Mark Odejobi, Noah Cato, Alex Corbisiero, Dan Biggar and Leigh Halfpenny for starring in the U20 RWC competition held in Wales.
May 08
Walsh gets call up
Tim Walsh gets called up to play in the London 7s for Australia at Twickenham. Walsh joins up with Australia having played 15 tournaments including the Commonwealth games previously. The talented flyhalf iis hoping to help Australia gain a rare win on English soil.
Rugby Expo 08
Brian O' Driscoll adds weight to RugbyExpo “A great way for all the interested parties in rugby – players’ unions, clubs, governing bodies and brands – to get together at the same time”
Jan 08
Hunt extends stay
Reading fans were delighted to hear their influential midfielder Stephen Hunt has agreed a new three-and-a-half-year deal, brokered by World in Motion, keeping him at the Madejski Stadium until the summer of 2011. The Royals rejected two approaches from Sunderland for the 27-year-old Republic of Ireland international during the January transfer window.
Stephen told his club's website: "I am very pleased to sign this new deal and show my commitment to Reading. This club can keep going forward and I want to play my part in that process."
Hunt signed for Reading in 2005 following his release by Brentford and has made 111 appearances for Steve Coppell's side. Royals' director of football Nicky Hammond added: "Considering all the speculation surrounding Hunty in recent weeks his professionalism and commitment have been outstanding. "He personifies the qualities that our team will need for the remainder of this season and beyond. He has greatly matured as a player and a person since joining us, and is now an established Premier League and international footballer so we are delighted with this news."
Charles heads up ARA
World In Motion's Charles Mountifield has been appointed chairman of the Association of Rugby Agents. It’s a testament to Charles’ standing in the rugby industry in general and amongst his fellow agents that he was asked to perform this role … indeed, he is known by some of his peers as the Godfather! One of his first tasks has been to chair a working party in dialogue with the RFU to agree and implement an official agents' license. The working party aims to ensure agents are represented fairly in negotiations with the RFU. "It's important these complex issues are clarified now to ensure relations between the players, the agents and the governing body remain healthy."
Jan 08
Alexander moves to Scotland
Scotland goalkeeper Neil Alexander has joined Rangers from Ipswich Town on a three-and-a-half year deal brokered by World in Motion. The 29-year old who's been capped three times by his country, moved to Portman Road from Cardiff City in July 2007 and has previously had spells with Livingston and Stenhousemuir.
"As soon as I knew Rangers were interested in me, I didn't have to think twice about coming here," said Neil. "It's a fantastic chance to join one of Europe's biggest clubs. I'm grateful to Ipswich for not standing in my way."
Warren takes charge
Warren Gatland was officially appointed as Wales' new coach for the next four years, taking him through to the end of the 2011 World Cup. "I feel tremendous pride in coaching Wales and gratitude at the chance to work at the highest level," he said. The contract, negotiated by World In Motion, saw the ex-Wasps and Ireland coach begin his role in December, having been prised from a job with Waikato in his native New Zealand. After less than two months in charge, Warren led Wales to their first win over England (26-19) for more than 20 years.
WIMs winter deals 07/08
Wales lock Brent Cockbain has moved from Ospreys to Sale Sharks. The 33-year-old, who has won 24 Wales caps, joins the Guinness Premiership side on a two-and-a-half year deal.
London Irish winger Sailosi Tagicakibau has signed a three year extension to his contract that will keep him with the Exiles until the end of the 2010-11 season. The flying Samoan has become one of the club’s leading try-scorers since his arrival in January 2006. He has played in 46 games and scored 14 tries, including one in each of the club’s last three games. "Sailosi is a brilliant try scoring winger,” said Brian Smith, London Irish's Director of Rugby. “He's already one of the finest finishers in European rugby and we are delighted that he's committed himself to the club for another three seasons."
Regan King signed a new three year deal with Llanelli Scarlets, ending speculation over the centre's future. The New Zealander had reportedly been a transfer target of local rivals the Ospreys but he has now pledged his future to the Stradey Park outfit. He said: "With a new state of the art stadium to play in around the corner, I wanted to be part of what I'm sure is going to be a successful future." Since making a try-scoring debut for the Scarlets against Worcester Warriors in August 2005, the All Black has become one of the Scarlets' most consistent performers.
James Downey signs contract extension. The 26-year-old, 6’4”, Irishman arrived at Franklin’s Gardens last summer from Italian club Calvisano. He has since become one of the lynchpins of the Saints midfield in the campaign to return to the Premiership, making 15 starts and scoring four tries.
With the assistance of World in Motion Fijian speedster Isoa Neivua has signed at Italian Super 10 side Viadana. Much touted winger Neivua had held talks with a host of European clubs but in the end plumped for the Italian Heineken Cup outfit.
June 12th 2007
League stars set to feature in International
Rob Burrow, Ade Gardner, James Graham, Jamie Langley and Jon Wilkin have all been selected as members of Great Britain 23-man squad for France Test.
Leeds scrum-half Rob Burrow is eager to prove himself as Great Britain's first-choice number seven in next week's Test against France.
"I've been in a couple of squads, so I know what it's all about but I've only played one game," said Burrow. "I want to establish myself and get a game and take it with both hands."
Bradford's Jamie Langley is among the eight new faces and is also eager to impress. "I am really looking forward to the challenges of playing on the big stage," said Langley.
April 17th 2007
WIM Broker Rugby Deals
World In Motion has been busy leading into summer, brokering some of the biggest deals in world rugby.
George Gregan, the world's most capped player, recently put pen to paper and is moving to Toulon, post world cup.
Australian hooker Jeremy Paul, and Bath number 8 Gareth Delve are moving to Kingsholm next year, after recently signing with Gloucester.
Barnstorming New Zealand centre Sam Tuitupou, is also heading over to the UK after signing at Worcester for 2 years.
Bath half back Andy Williams, is moving back to his native Wales after signing with Gwent till 2009.
London Irish fullback Michael Horak is also on the move, after signing with Italian side Treviso for the coming season.
And in other news, after a resounding first season, Brock James has also extended his deal with Clermont.
January 20th 2007
Thatcher Moves to Charlton This week, Charlton signed Manchester City full-back Ben Thatcher.
The 31-year-old was brought to replace Djimi Traore at left-back after the Mali international moved to Portsmouth.
"We are going to need a tougher, harder edge if we are going to get out of this," said Charlton boss Alan Pardew. "I looked at Ben, saw he was available and that he would improve us."
Thatcher said that manager Alan Pardew was a big factor in his decision to join the club. "I am looking forward to the challenge of helping to keep Charlton in the Premiership this season," said Thatcher. "It is a fresh start for me and I am looking forward to working with Alan Pardew, who I have always respected as a manager.
January 16th 2007
Stu Abbot signs with Puma
Stu Abbott has put pen to paper in signing a deal with footwear and apparel giant Puma. After his recent trouble with injury, Stuart is delighted to be associated with such a strong brand, and is looking to rediscover his best form for the remainder of the 2007 season.
January 6th 2007
O2 sponsors the Irish national team
O2 Ireland is the new official sponsor of the Irish national rugby team. The agreement is for the next six years to the conclusion of the 2011/2012 season.
World in Motion (WIM) succeesfully negotiated six of our top Irish international clients to do all above the line advertising on behalf of both parties. These
advertisements feature WIM clients including Andrew Trimble, Paul O'Connell, Brian O'Driscoll, Jerry Flannery and Girvan Dempsey.
World in Motion would like to congratulate O2 and the Irish national team on the partnership and wish both parties the best over the coming years.
November 27th 2006
New Contracts Signed
Steve Tandy and Lyndon Bateman have both recently celebrated putting pen to paper on their new two year deals that will keep them at the Celtic League's Ospreys until the summer of 2009. Both players made their debut for the region in 2003 and were keen to extend their stays at the Liberty Stadium.
November 26th 2006
South African Centenary Dinner
The Springbok squad joined over 300 guests at the gala dinner to celebrate 100 years of the Springboks' first tour to the British Isles. The dinner, a joint venture between World in Motion and Fireball Management, was held on Wednesday 22 November at the Lancaster Gate Hotel in London. International rugby stars past and present gathered to celebrate this unique event, held in the week between the Springboks' back-to-back Twickenham Tests, to raise money for the Matthew Hampson Trust and other worthy charities.
November 24th 2006
WIM brokers Shevchenko deal
World In Motion has negotiated and confirmed an endorsement deal between Chelsea and Ukraine striker Andriy Shevchenko and Red Bull (Indonesia).
World In Motion acted on behalf of Red Bull to secure the services of one of the world's greatest players. Andriy will, as part of this deal, be filming a TV commercial for Red Bull's sponsorship of the English Premier League in Indonesia as well as visiting Indonesia itself on a 3 day visit during Summer 2007.
October 15th 2006
Barbieri brothers dreaming of France 2007
Robert Barbieri has returned from a successful week with the Italian National team where he helped them qualify for next year's Rugby World Cup in France. Rob earned his first International start with the Azzurri taking his place in the back row for the demolition of Portugal in L'Aquila. Interestingly Rob could soon come face to face with a familiar rival: his older brother Mike could line up in the Canada side to face Italy in their November International in Udine.
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