Black tape is seen around the arm of Barcelona’s Rafael Marquez during the first of half of the MLS international friendly match against the LA Galaxy in Pasadena, CA. The tape is in honor of Sir Bobby Robson who died Friday.
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Barcelona defender and Mexico Captain Rafa Marquez has given a very, very interesting interview on the state of Mexican soccer at the National Team level, his red card against the United States and his disapointment at shouldering the blame from fans and media over desire and leadership qualities.
FIFA headquarters in Switzerland have announced suspensions of Mexico Captain Rafa Marquez and Assistant Coach Francisco Ramirez for TWO matches following their actions during and after the CONCACAF World Cup Qualifier in Columbus on February 11th, which includes their upcoming Qualifiers against Costa Rica at home and Honduras on the road April 1st.
Mexico Captain Rafa Marquez has been ruled out for at least two weeks after suffering a muscle problem during Barcelona’s 0 - 0 Copa del Rey first leg draw against Espanyol, making him a major doubt to the upcoming U.S. vs Mexico Qualifier in Columbus.
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It was the first day of pre-season for Barcelona yesterday (as most players think it’s the worst day of the season) as the big timers had to go through their standard physicals, medical testing and fitness drills.
Anyone else notice Rafa Marquez seemed to have a little bit more bounce to his step after winning the cool Million in Houston last week at the Free Kick Masters 2008?
