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yamair.livejournal.com

The Big Interview: Freddie Ljungberg
by Josh James

He was always one of Arsenal’s most cosmopolitan stars, and Freddie Ljungberg is soon to embark on a new chapter of a colourful and eclectic career – in India.

The marauding midfielder of the 2002 and 2004 title- winning sides, who was a firm fans’ favourite during nine eventful years at the club, is the latest player to put his name down for the new Indian Super League.

Starting in October, the eight-team Super League has already signed up Luis Garcia and David Trezeguet, as India look to transfer the successful Cricket Twenty20 format to football.

A well travelled and highly marketable footballer (he previously modelled for Calvin Klein), Freddie would appear to be the ideal choice for the nascent league, and the Swede will also be continuing his role as an Arsenal club ambassador, a position he took up last summer.

The Arsenal Magazine caught up with Freddie on the eve of the new season to ask him about his recent movements, but started by reminiscing about his glory days in red and white...

Freddie, let’s go back 16 years to 1998 when you signed for Arsenal. How did the move come about?
It’s a long time ago now! I’d been saying no to a few clubs for quite a while but then I played for the national team against England and the week after, a lot of bids were coming in. I made a decision that I would speak to three clubs, on three successive days. I went to Arsenal first, I liked Arsène and that was it, I signed. I had a meeting with a similar club to Arsenal booked in for the next day, but I didn’t go and see them – I cancelled it because I knew I wanted to join Arsenal. Arsène and I sat down and spoke about football. For me that was the most important thing – having the same vision as the manager. I think that’s quite important as a player.

[..]

You’ve had a very interesting career since leaving Arsenal. Talk us through it.
After West Ham, I felt I needed to do something different. I don’t speak about it often but I did a bit with Calvin Klein and fame got a bit much. I didn’t really trust anyone and I didn’t leave my house because I felt that I couldn’t trust people. ( Read more... )

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There's more at the source. It's a very good read, Freddie is so lovely.

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Sepp Blatter will make way for a successor as FIFA president in four years' time if he is re-elected in June, he has announced.

Blatter is seeking a fourth term as FIFA president and is being challenged by Asian confederation chief Mohamed Bin Hammam.

The 75-year-old told UEFA's Congress in Paris on Tuesday that if he wins he will definitely stand down in 2015, saying: "You know very well that I am a candidate for the next four years as FIFA president but these will be the last four years for which I stand as a candidate."
He added: "Together we have the task of bringing together the adventure we have started.
"We want to ensure a better future for our youth."

The new president will be elected at a Fifa Congress which starts on 31 May.

With Bin Hammam vowing to increase Fifa's decision-making power and spread its considerable wealth, Blatter is facing his first challenge since Issa Hayatou took him on - and lost - in 2002.

Bin Hammam is also currently attending the Congress for European football's governing body, Uefa, as they lobby federation presidents for their vote on 1 June in Zurich.
Uefa members make up more than one quarter of the maximum 208 Fifa voters that Blatter and Bin Hammam will attempt to woo.
The winner needs a two-thirds majority of valid votes cast in the first ballot, or a majority in the second.

Fifa has set an 1 April deadline for other candidates to be nominated by a single member federation.
"We are in extra time," said Blatter, referring to the time left before the election. "Let's wait and see what the outcome will be."

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evridis.livejournal.com

NEIL LENNON WANTS FREDDIE LJUNGBERG TO BE A KING.

CELTIC boss Neil Lennon has already handed Freddie Ljungberg Henrik Larsson's old number - and told him he's looking for a new King of Parkhead.
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Hands off Lennon. Freddie is my king, not yours!

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So Nicklas Bendtner was seen walking in Chelsea, London.

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and found this a GQ UK article of the best dressed men in football.

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(PUPPY.)
The New York Times did an interview with Freddie Ljungberg last week. He talked about his favorite things -- things like Titi, Spain, apple juice, and teh gays:

On Gossip: There’s been a gay rumor for a long time. I don’t mind at all. I am proud of that. I love fashion, and I think so many gay people have amazing style. So that is a compliment to me. I really don’t know why people are so interested. I just made a decision that I won’t talk about it.

Moar here.

Mods, if this has been posted plz delete. I checked the appropriate-seeming tags and didn't see it.

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I just want to say briefly that

riyaynwa have started a comm:

ssoundersfc for fans of the team, or any of the players, etc. What to learn about what's happening with Blaise Nkufo since he is no longer with FC Twente? Ljungberg more of a draw? or maybe an interest in Colombian players abroad? Come on over, promise we don't bite :) </comm pimping>

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maristela1968.livejournal.com

Hello girls,

Brazilian edition of Marie Claire magazine listed the twelve most sexy football players of the world. Since we here are always discussing about the eye candies in the footie business, I think that would be interesting to share this list with you.

You can see the list here: http://revistamarieclaire.globo.com/Revista/Common/0,,EMI114346-17740,00-SALVE+A+NOSSA+SELECAO+UM+CALENDARIO+COM+OS+JOGADORES+DE+FUTEBOL+MAIS+GATOS+.html

Personally, Torsten, Owen and Thierry Henry are the sexier of those listed. No spanish guys out there, hahahahahaha. What do you think?

The chosen:

Ljungberg
Ballack
Cudicini
Cannavaro
Cristiano Ronaldo
Torsten Frings (in the World Cup's month... A hint for Mr. Lowser? :)
Kaká
Mutu
Owen
Henry
Becks
Gago

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FREDDIE IS AN OUTFIT STEALER! BUTTONING THE SHIRT HIGHER AND PUTTING ON A HAT DOES NOT EXCUSE YOU
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I saw Freddie on Kickette and had a ~*flashback*~

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Former Sweden captain Fredrik Ljungberg is reportedly set to sign for the Seattle Sounders in Major League Soccer.

Citing unnamed sources, Swedish television channel TV4 said Ljungberg was traveling to the United States on Sunday and will be presented by the team at a news conference Tuesday.

The 31-year-old Ljungberg, who quit the Swedish national team in June, was released by West Ham in August after the first year of a four-year contract. He had won the Premier League title with Arsenal in 2002 and 2004.

Ljungberg played in the last five major football tournaments for Sweden. They were the European Championship in 2000, 2004 and 2008, and the World Cup in 2002 and 2006.

http://msn.foxsports.com/soccer/story/8722866/Ljungberg-to-join-Seattle-Sounders-in-MLS

I'm conflicted about this. Part of me is squealing that he'll be in the US and the other part is crying for his career.

any excuse for a Freddie picspam
( bork bork bork )

de-wood.livejournal.com

Natalie Imbruglia looked very happy while flashing her trademark V-sign after spending an evening being wooed by football star Freddie Ljungberg.

The Swedish player spotted the gorgeous Australian singer, 33, at a neighbouring VIP table at Whisky Mist in Mayfair, London, on Saturday night.

He made his intentions known in true footballer style - by sending over a bottle of champagne.
Natalie Imbruglia and Boyfriend having a night out on the town at Whisky Mist London, England - 28.09.08
Freddy Lumberg having a night out on the town at Whisky Mist London, England - 28.09.08

Our spy tells us: 'They were soon sitting at the same table and chatting.

'They were getting closer and closer, and looked very cosy by the end of the evening.

'They were the very last ones out of the club at 4am yesterday after ignoring the bouncer's calls to leave so they could chat a little longer.'

Freddie, 31, has more time on his hands than usual since being released by West Ham in the summer.

The Calvin Klein model is currently taking time to consider his future in the beautiful game after he was given an early release from his four -year contract with the East London team after just one season.

Freddie was left with broken ribs in April after Newcastle United defender Steven Taylor landed on him during a game.

L'Oreal spokesmodel Natalie has been keeping busy since splitting from her husband, Silverchair frontman Daniel Johns in January.

She is currently recording her fourth studio album, which is due for release later this year.

Natalie's first leading film role in Australian movie Elise, playing an emotionally troubled woman coming to terms with her past, is also out later this year.

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