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Monday March 27th

Tottenham 2 West Bromwich Albion 1

Tottenham took a vital three points at home against West Brom on Monday evening.  The Spurs remain in fourth place with 55 points.

Curtis Davies scored an early goal in the 21st minute to put West Brom ahead.  Tottenham responded well and tied the match in the 68th minute.  Robbie Keane added his second of the night when he converted a penalty in the 89th minute.

Paul Stalteri did not dress.

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Sunday March 26th

Tottenham v West Bromwich Albion:  Preview

Tottenham host West Bromwich Albion at White Hart Lane in an evening match on Monday March 27th.  Kick-off is at 20.00.  The match will be televised live on Sky.

West Brom are currently in 17th place, three points out of relegation territory.  Tottenham are in fourth place, tied with Blackburn on 52 points.  

Follow the game live on www.soccernet.com.

Thursday March 23rd

Bent sues to speed up insurance claim by Neil Davidson

Wednesday March 22nd

Jason Bent Announces Official RetirementCanadian International Soccer player Jason Bent has been forced to retire from Professional Soccer due to a right knee injury he suffered while on duty with the Canadian Men's National Team. The injury occurred in Dublin during a friendly game against the Republic of Ireland on November 18, 2003.

He has spent everyday for the past two years in physiotherapy and has seen highly recognized Orthopedic Surgeons in Canada, United States, England and Scotland. Regrettably nothing could be done to save his career.

Jason Bent has issued the following statements:

"Highly reputable Dr. Hugh Cameron of Sunnybrook Hospital has informed me that I will never be able to return to my employment as a professional soccer player. He feels, I will be able to carry out a normal life but playing professional soccer at this level is no longer possible. This announcement is made following the exhaustion of all health options in an effort to regain full fitness during a difficult period for me, both physically and mentally. I made the decision to withhold information as I attempted to recover from this very serious injury."

"I have enjoyed living out my dream of being a professional soccer player and representing my country. Soccer has been my life for as long as I can remember and although my professional career has been cut short, I will continue to work within the field."

"I loved playing for Canada and always viewed it as an honour to represent my country. The treatment I have received since suffering this injury whilst on duty with the Canadian National Team has resulted in mixed emotions towards the Canadian Soccer Association. I have over 75 appearances at all levels for Canada and I can only hope that Kevan Pipe and the CSA recognize the contribution and sacrifice I have made over the past 12 years and will provide assistance to me in this difficult time."

"I have developed quite a few lasting relationships from my travels and visited some wonderful places. I would also like to thank some of the coaches that have had a profound influence on my career. My first coach Orazio DeCiantis of the Malton Bullets, Bruce Twamley my U-20 and Olympic Team coach, and Paul Sturrock formerly of Plymouth Argyle Football Club. I take with me some wonderful memories; Reaching the second round of the U-20 World Cup in Malaysia, winning 32 Caps for the Men's World Cup team and winning two League Championships in three years with Plymouth Argyle Football Club."

"Lastly, I would like to thank my family, friends and all the fans that have supported me over the years, without the support and love I would have never been able to fulfill my dream."

Jason Bent Profile:

Born: March 1977

Place: Toronto, Ontario

Previous Clubs:

FSV Zwickau(German Bundesliga 2) -1997/1998

Colorado Rapids(MLS) 1998-2000

Plymouth Argyle(Coca-Cola Championship) - 2001-2004

International Honours:

Earned a full athletic scholarship to University of Maryland and won the 1996 ACC tournament

Represented Canada at the U-17 Youth World Cup in Japan 1993

Won Concacaf U-20 Qualifying Tournament in Mexico 1996

Represented Canada at the U-20 World Youth Cup in Malaysia 1997

Represented Canada at the U-23 Olympic Team Qualifying Tournament in 2000

Made International World Cup debut against Mexico October 1997

Represented Canada at the Gold Cup Qualifying Tournament in 1999

Represented Canada at the 2001 Confederation Cup Tournament in Japan

Represented Canada at the 2002 and 2003 Gold Cup Tournaments

Club Honours:

U.S. Open Cup finalist in 1999 with Colorado Rapids

Won English Division 3 Nationwide Championship with Plymouth Argyle in 2002

Won English Division 2 Nationwide Championship with Plymouth Argyle in 2004

Career Highlights:

Scored brilliant 25 yard free kick against Argentina at the U-20 Youth World Cup in Malaysia 1997

Scored goal to Clinch the English Division 3 Championship with Plymouth Argyle in 2002

Scored Decisive Penalty kick against Martinique in the 2002 Gold Cup Quarter-finals

Won 32 caps for the Senior World Cup Team

Most Difficult Opponent:

Juan Roman Riquelme( National Team Player for Argentina)

Saturday March 18th

Birmingham City 0 Tottenham 2

Tottenham captured a vital three points to remain in fourth place.  Arsenal had won their match earlier in the day and had overtaken the Spurs in the standings.

Jermain Defoe and Robbie Keane started up front for Tottenham.  There were three changes to the line-up with Paul Stalteri, Teemu Tainio and Mido all out of the starting eleven. 

Aaron Lennon scored his first goal for Tottenham in the 65th minute.  Robbie Keane added to the tally in the 77th minute.

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Friday March 17th

Birmingham City v Tottenham:  Preview

Tottenham are away to Birmingham City on Saturday March 18th.  Kick off at St. Andrews will be at 17.15.

The Spurs are in fouth place, but only two points behind London rivals Arsenal.  Birmingham are in 17th place and will certainly be looking to take maximum points to help them avoid relegation at the end of the season. 

For Canadian fans, the game will be televised on Sportsnet on Sunday March 19th at 3:00AM EST.

Follow the game live on www.soccernet.com.

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Saturday March 11th

Chelsea 2 Tottenham 1Tottenham played a good even battle against Chelsea and almost came away from Stamford Bridge with a point.  A goal by William Gallas in the 90th minute gave Chelsea the full three points and sent Tottenham home empty handed.

Chelsea were first to strike in the 14th minute when Michael Essien converted on a low cross from Shaun Wright-Philips and shot the ball into the left-hand corner.  Tottenham levelled just minutes before half.  Jermaine Jenas got on the end of a Michael Dawson knock-down and put the ball past Petr Cech. 

Paul Stalteri played 90 minutes.

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Friday March 10th

Chelsea v Tottenham:  Preview

The Spurs are in action this weekend against one of their London rivals.  Tottenham face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday March 11th with an early kickoff at 12.45.

Chelsea have traditionally dominated this match up with Tottenham not having a victory in 31 games.  The Spurs lost 2-0 at White Hart Lane earlier this season. 

Chelsea will be without Arjen Robben due to suspension.  Asier del Horno and Michael Essien return the the squad following the Champions League defeat to Barcelona.

Canadian fans will be able to view the match live on Sportsnet at 7.30 EST.

Sunday March 5th

Tottenham 3 Blackburn Rovers 2

Tottenham have a better hold on fourth place after getting a much needed three points after beating Blackburn at White Hart Lane on Sunday afternoon.

A double from Robbie Keane put Tottenham two goals up until the 44th minute when Florent Sinama Pongolle brought Blackburn within one.  Blackburn leveled in the 67th minute with a goal from Craig Bellamy.  Ahmed Mido scored the winner just minutes later after he found the end of a pass from Aaron Lennon.

Tottenham are five points ahead of their North London rivals. 

Paul Stalteri played 90 minutes.

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Saturday March 4th

Tottenham v Blackburn Rovers:  Preview

A second consecutive home game will be played on Sunday March 5th at White Hart Lane.  Fourth place Tottenham face fifth place Blackburn.  The Spurs are three points clear of Blackburn and hope to extend that lead to six points with a win. 

Teemu Tainio is back in the squad after a month of ankle and knee injuries.  Andy Reid will be unavailable for this match, but hopes to be back into full training next week.  New signing Hossam Ghaly is also doing well and should be in training soon.

For Canadian fans the match will be televised on The Score at 11:00 AM EST.  You can also follow the live score over the internet on www.soccernet.com.

Sunday February 26th

Canada Update

Paul Stalteri has had to pull out of the friendly game against Austria due to an injury he suffered a few weeks ago.  He broke his thumb during the match against Sunderland on February 12th.  After discussions with doctors and Frank Yallop, it has been decided that it is in his best interest to avoid taking the risk of the possibly damaging it further. 

"It has been quite a while since I have played for Canada and I was very much looking forward to representing my country once again.  Since it was a friendly match, all parties decided that it was best not to take the risk.  I hope to return to the squad in upcoming matches."

"It is a frustrating injury because I am able to play.  The doctors have told me that the break is healing well and I hope that it will be fully recovered soon."

Sunday February 19th

Tottenham 2 Wigan 2

Tottenham salvaged a point at White Hart Lane in Premiership action on Sunday February 19th against Wigan Athletic.  The Spurs came back from a one goal deficit twice to level against the Latics. 

Andreas Johansson scored his first of the match in the 10th minute.  Mido leveled in the 23rd minute when he got his boot on the end of a low cross from Paul Stalteri.  Johansson scored again in the 67th minute, but Tottenham were quick to respond with Jermain Defoe  scoring one minute later.

Tottenham remain in fourth place with 46 points.

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