Football News : Pato

Always On: Alexandre Pato

Soccer_Boots — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 09:34:00 GMT

n today's game, your style off pitch is becoming more important in defining who you are as a player. AC Milan striker Alexandre Pato features in this new Nike Sportswear video that takes a more personal look into the lifestyle of the speedy Brazilian....(read more)

Nike Launch T90 Strike Counter

Editor — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 08:00:00 GMT

Nike have launched their much anticipated T90 Strike Counter Facebook App, which allows players at any level to record and socialise their scored goals in a new and innovative way. To help launch the T90 Strike Counter, Nike have recruited star players Sneijder, Pato and Higuain in this dynamic video to show the counter in action. ...(read more)

Football Boots - Weekend Head to Heads - The Winners!

Boot Spy — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 14:33:00 GMT

Here are the winners from the weekend's European head-to-heads. At the SoccerBible we picked our key head-to-head battles, and now we know the players who came out on top...

Carrick (Manchester United) v Van Persie (Arsenal) Winner:

MICHAEL CARRICK

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Carrick was calm in possession wearing Puma King football boots, despite a hectic game going on around the midfielder. And it was composure and a healthy dose of luck that helped United to a crucial victory over key rivals Arsenal. Although, this head-to-head could have ended differently if Van Persie's goal hadn't been disallowed!

Dzeko (Wolfsburg) v Olic (Bayern Munich) Winner:

IVICA OLIC

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Olic wasn't the star of the show, as that accolade went to another adidas boots wearer Arjen Robben, who scored twice on his debut in a 3-0 victory! But it was a solid performance from the forward player, wearing adidas adiPure II football boots. Unfortunately for Wolfsburg, it was a poor day at the office for Olic's head-to-head rival Dzeko, who spurned a host of chances for the visiting side.

Ronaldo (Real Madrid) v Felipe (Deportivo) Winner:

CRISTIANO RONALDO

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Scoring on your league debut, and being on the winning side is always going to give you the edge in a head-to-head, so did Felipe ever stand a chance against the world's most expensive player? Ronaldo scored Real Madrid's second goal from the penalty spot in a 3-2 home victory over Deportivo, and wearing the Nike Superfly football boots Ronaldo kept the Deportivo keeper busy as he rained in shots.

Pato (AC Milan) v Eto'o (Inter) Winner:

SAMUEL ETO'O

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An emphatic victory for Inter Milan, as they destroyed city rivals AC 4-0! Amazingly Samuel Eto'o wasn't on the scoresheet, although he was busy distracting the Milan defence for his colleagues to capitalise. And Eto'o, playing in gold Puma v1.08 football boots, also drew the foul in the area which led to Diego Milito scoring form the penalty spot.

It's a monumental weekend for football with top clashes all over Europe! Here at the SoccerBible we share our best picks of the upcoming weekend head-to-heads, with matches from the English Premier League, Serie A, Bundesliga and the return of La Liga! Which players and which football boots do you think will come out on top?

Saturday 29th August 17:30 GMT - Manchester United v Arsenal
Always one of the biggest matches in the English calendar, Arsenal's trip to Old Trafford sees the Gunners looking to continue their impressive form and prove their pre-season critics wrong once again. United have bounced back at the right time with a 5-0 thumping of Wigan in their last league outing after the set back of defeat to Burnley. Let's hope this one lives up to the hype!

MICHAEL CARRICK

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An important match for all concerned, and the United midfielder will be looking to cement his position in the starting XI with a solid and influential performance against the Gunners.Wearing the Puma King XL football boots, Carrick should take heart in the news that Fabregas looks set to miss this clash, but will he be able to make the most of his opponents absence?

ROBIN VAN PERSIE

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The Gunners are scoring freely at the moment, and the fan favourite is always an attacking threat up front or out wide. Van Persie has been wearing both the new CL Star adidas Predators as well as the Confeds editions, either of which help him pack a power shot in or find the top corner with a curled free-kick

Saturday 29th August 17:30 GMT - Bayern Munich vs Wolfsburg
It's the top match of the weekend in Germany as record championship-holders Bayern München host current Bundesliga champions VfL Wolfsburg in the Allianz Arena. After the worst start in the Bundesliga for 43 years, FC Bayern look set to strengthen their squad with the surprise new signing Arjen Robben, and there is even the chance he will appear against VfL Wolfsburg.

EDIN DZEKO

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Wolves' Bosnian striker was influential in the capture of last season's Bundesliga, and has continued his good form into the new season. Wearing adidas F50 football boots, Dzeko will be looking to last season's epic 5-1 win over Bayern for inspiration as the reigning Champions make the tough trip to the Allianz Arena.

IVICA OLIC

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Attempting to avoid a repeat of last season will be relative new Bayern striker Olic, who will look to bring his impressive games to goals ratio to the Bayern title challenge this season. Colour-matching his adidas adiPure II football boots, Olic will be out to make a good impression ahead of the next round of international qualifiers.

Saturday 29th August 19:00 GMT - Real Madrid vs Deportivo La Coruna
La Liga returns in earnest this weekend, and after a summer grabbing the back page headlines the talking can now be replaced by the football! With Barcelona competing in the Super Cup, the obvious match up comes from the Santiago Bernebeau as Real Madrid's all new Galacticos host Deportivo La Coruna...

CRISTIANO RONALDO

Nike Mercurial Superfly football boots

We had some many new Madridistas to choose from but for his official La Liga debut it could be no one else but Cristiano Ronaldo. Continuing to sport the Nike Mercurial Superfly football boots, all world's eyes will be focused on the Bernebeau as the next chapter in Madrid's illustrious story begins...

FILIPE LUIS

Nike Mercurial Vapor football boots

After being pursued by Barcelona for much of the summer, left-back Filipe Luis remains at Deportivo for another season. The Brazilian, wearing Nike Mercurial Vapor football boots, will be keen to show that the hype is not unfounded and he should sneak forward to test Casillas with a blistering shot or two...

Saturday 29th August 19:45 GMT - AC Milan vs Inter Milan
Another huge match up in the San Siro, as reigning Champions Inter "visit" city rivals AC in only the second week of the Scudetto. It's still been a busy week for the Nerazzurri as Wesley Sneijder now on board, so can Inter continue their recent dominance?

ALEXANDRE PATO

Nike Tiempo Legend football boots

There is still much speculation and debate around the young Brazilian's new choice of footwear, after his switch from the Nike Mercurial series. After an excellent double strike last time out, Pato, wearing the latest Nike Tiempo football boots, will surely be looking to inflict a derby defeat on his city, stadium and title rivals.

SAMUEL ETO'O

Puma v1.08 football boots

Having made the switch from La Liga to Serie A, Eto'o got off the mark with a strike in last week's 1-1 draw. Still sporting the limited edition gold/black Puma v1.08 football boots, Eto'o is already a serious contender for this season's Serie A Golden Boot accolade...

Football News - Top Leagues Boot Spotting - 24/08/09

Boot Spy — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 08:56:00 GMT

Plenty of goals and star performances from the latest round of matches means it's Boot Spotting time once again! Check out some of the players and their football boots that have been spied across pitches all over the globe...

ABOU DIABY

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The man-of-the-match as Arsenal demolished a poor Portsmouth side 4-1. The midfield player - wearing the blue/volt Mercurial Vapor SL football boots - scored the first two goals and set up countless other goal scoring opportunities to help keep the Gunners strong start to the season ticking along nicely.

NICHOLAS ANELKA

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Chelsea have been picking up results and picking off teams with ease so far this season, and against Fulham the Blues were once again too strong for their hosts. Anelka - wearing the cool digital camo effect Puma v1.08 football boots - was on hand to seal all three points with a neatly taken goal, sprinting onto a neat Drogba through ball before rounding keeper Mark Schwarzer and slotting home.

CARLTON COLE

Nike Tiempo Legend II football boots

The imposing striker scored a superb goal at Upton Park then turned villian as Spurs came back to take all the spoils. Cole, wearing the all white Nike Tiempo Legend football boots - scored a sublime left-footed half volley in front of watching England coach Fabio Capello, before a careless back-pass allowed former Hammer Jermain Defoe to fire in an equaliser.

MICHEAL OWEN

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Man Utd shook off the disappointment of a midweek loss to Burnley with a 5-0 thrashing of Wigan. Owen - wearing Umbro Speciali football boots - showed he is still a clinical finisher with a well taken goal as United look ahead to the visit of Arsenal at the weekend.

ALEXANDRE PATO

Nike Tiempo Legend III football boots

The magic Brasilian shined once again with a significant double for Milan in their first game of the new season. Pato, who has switched from Nike Vapor boots to the new Nike Tiempo Legend III football boots, scored in each half to ensure AC recorded a winning start to the 09/10 Serie A away to Siena.

CLAUDIO PIZARRO

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Werder Bremen are stuttering to start in this season's Bundeliga, but a comprehensive 3-0 win over Borussia Mönchengladbach saw them record their first win of the season. Pizarro, wearing the adidas F50i football boots, bagged a first half double to set Bremen on course to an important three points.

SAMUEL ETO'O

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The opening weekend of Serie A saw reigning champs Inter labour to a 1-1 draw against Bari. New signing Eto'o - wearing black/gold Puma v1.08 football boots - got his goal account underway by slotting home the first goal from the penalty spot, but still had to settle for a share of the points.

TRANQUILLO BARNETTA

adidas Predator Power football boots

A spectacular 5-0 winn away to Bundesliga new-boys SC Freiburg saw a double from Barnetta - wearing adidas Predator Power football boots. Barnetta's second of the match was a fierce shot from distance, which added to the humilation for Freiburg.

The Best of the Rest - More Boot Spotting Gossip from around the grounds...

Jermain Defoe still tops the Premier League goal scoring charts wearing the new adidas F50i Cyan football boots... Dimitar Berbatov was back in his favoured adidas Predator Absolute football boots, scoring against Wigan...Barcelona's Dani Alves spotted training in adidas adiPure football boots, a switch from his regular Nike Superflys...

Football Boots - New Season Boot Spotting! 10/08/09

SB Editor — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:00:00 GMT

It's kick off time! With the new season already ahead for many leagues across the world and the official curtain-raiser to the new Premier League season all taking place this weekend, it's been a busy week for the intrepid SoccerBible Boot Spotters! Check out some of the players and boots causing a stir...

NANI

Nike Mercurial Vapor V football boots

Many United fans are looking to Nani to step up and fill the void left by Cristiano Ronaldo, and the Portugese winger duly responded with a superb strike in the Community Shield. Wearing the Vapor V in soft ground, Nani cut inside and unleashed a fierce strike not too reminiscent of his fellow countryman...

ASHLEY COLE

Puma v1.08 football boots

As spotted a few weeks ago on pre-season tour, Ashley Cole continues to match the new Chelsea kit with the super-fast Puma v1.08 royal/white boots. We think they go great with the new kit and obviously Cole does too, as Chelsea picked up the first trophy of the season with a 4-1 penalty shoot out win over Manchester United.

CARLOS TEVEZ

Nike Air Legend football boots

Perhaps influenced by the retro take on the Manchester City shirt, or more likely now showing his new colour allegience? Tevez wore these classic pair of Air Legend boots in white/blue for his long awaited debut at the City of Manchester Stadium. The Blues recorded an impressive 2-1 victory over Celtic.

KAKA

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Kaka is the face of the adidas adiPure II boots, but even we have to admit we were surprised to see him in the new Uni Red/White colourway! After being presented to the Bernebeau fans in a classy white-out pair, Kaka was spotted with the cool red/white colour combo boots as Madrid continued their tour with a comfortable 3-0 win over MLS side DC United.

ALEXANDRE PATO

Nike Tiempo Legend III football boots

Another curious Boot Spotting this week as Pato swapped from his usual Nike Vapor line boots to the new Tiempo Legend III. AC Milan took on Benfica and the Brazilian superstar had a hand in the equalising goal, showing trademark skill and flair causing all manner of panic in the Benfica defence, but could not prevent his side from suffering a 5-4 penalty loss.

RONALDINHO

Nike Ronaldinho Dois football boots

No doubt not wanting to be upstaged by his fellow Brazilian, Ronaldinho continues to show his class in footwear at least with these superb Gold Nike 10R Dois football boots. We think they look great with the new Milan kit!

KEVIN KURANYI

adidas F50i TUNiT football boots

Kuranyi got the new Bundesliga season off to a flying start with a double against Nuernberg, and is enjoying the change to the adidas F50i boots. Kuranyi's heroics ensured Schalke 04 scored a vital away win early on in the campaign.

PETER CROUCH

Puma v1.08 Football Boots

Crouch marked his home debut in a pre-season friendly against Olympiakos, and despite not getting on the scoresheet still chose to upgrade his boots to the recently released Black/Gold Puma v1.08s, making an interesting colour combination with the new Spurs away kit!

Soccer Videos - Brazil v Italy - Flair and class, but never friendly! - 24/04/09

Editor — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 11:03:00 GMT

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Ok so we know this game was a little while ago, but who wouldn't want to see Brazilian flair competing against Italian class again! Especially when you've got the likes of Ronaldinho, Pirlo, Robinho, Toni, Pato and Cannavaro on show, along with a host of hot football boots!

Soccer Videos - Nike Superfly Flywire - 20/04/09

Editor — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:01:00 GMT

Many pro players including Cristiano Ronaldo, Didier Drogba and Alexandre Pato are benefitting from Nike's Flywire technology in their Mercurial Vapor Superfly football boots. We thought we'd find out more about the technology that Nike have developed so they can produce ultra-light football boots!...(read more)