Topic: AC Milan

David Beckham, English soccer's golden boy, heads for the exit (+video)

The A-list celebrity and star midfielder announced his retirement from soccer today, after a career playing for the top clubs in nations across Europe.

Match racist: Jeers stops soccer game in Italy

Match racist jeers: A soccer match between AC Milan and Roma was halted due to racist chants by fans. This was the first time a Serie A match was suspended due to racism.

In Italy, racist taunts for footballers and ministers alike

The appointment of Italy's first black government minister has brought racist sentiment to the surface.

Economy at stake in Italian parliamentary elections

While investors and EU countries watch closely, Italians go to the polls on Sunday and Monday to vote for parliamentary representatives. Those elected could impact how Italy copes with its financial crisis.

Energy Voices Georgia installs soccer star as energy minister

The prime minister-elect of Georgia announced earlier this week his choice of soccer sensation Kakha Kaladze as his new energy minister. The soccer star has played for top Italian clubs Milan and Genoa, according to OilPrice.com.

Who will host the 2018 World Cup?

The 2018 and 2022 FIFA World Cup hosting rights will be decided today in Zurich, Switzerland. Here's the short list for the 2018 World Cup bid:
12/02/2010 09:31 am

After allies revolt, Italy's Berlusconi nears political end

Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, whose tenure has been beset by scandal, saw his government move closer to collapse Monday after four cabinet members quit.
11/16/2010 02:52 pm

Discoveries LEGO Taj Mahal sales skyrocket after soccer star David Beckham builds one

LEGO Taj Mahal sales increased 633 percent after David Beckham gave it an endorsement.
07/22/2010 06:38 pm

Africa Monitor Uruguay vs Ghana: Three reasons Uruguay will likely win

Uruguay vs Ghana is at 2:30 pm ET on July 2. Uruguay will likely win, thanks to its lethal goalscorers, strong defense, and tactical coaching.
07/02/2010 01:26 pm

Africa Monitor Netherlands vs. Japan: Easy 1-0 win for the Dutch

The Netherlands made light work of a committed Japanese side, winning by a one-goal margin which was more comfortable than the score suggests.
06/19/2010 12:30 pm

The New Economy World Cup 2010: Top 10 highest-paid players now a little less rich

Six of the highest-paid players in World Cup 2010 have lost up to $21 million collectively because of the euro's slide.
06/10/2010 04:17 pm

As David Beckham returns, anger at Manchester United US owner

Manchester United prodigal son David Beckham returns home to Old Trafford for the first time in seven years today, representing AC Milan in a clash for a quarterfinal place in the European Champions League, the world's richest club soccer competition. There's a brewing insurgency in Manchester, though, against the clubs US owner Malcolm Glazer.
03/10/2010 01:42 pm

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Will English soccer be slide-tackled by the economy?

Eyebrows raised over $150 million bid for AC Milan's Kaka.
01/17/2009 12:00 am

Horizons Video games grow up

12/09/2008 12:00 am