Ciprian Marica scored twice as Getafe beat neighbours Rayo Vallecano 2-1 to secure their place in the Primera Division for another year. The Romanian opened the scoring at Vallecas in the first half and then converted a stoppage-time penalty to snatch a win after Roberto Trashorras had equalized for the hosts. Getafe's 10th season in La Liga was one of their toughest and they spent the final f...Full Story »

Getafe survived having Ciprian Marica sent off in the first half to beat Malaga 1-0 and record their first home win in five months, relegating Real Betis in the process. The Romanian striker provided the assist for the only goal of the game, scored by Adrian Colunga, but then foolishly picked up a second caution before the break. However, the visitors were unable to make the most of having an ...Full Story »

The striker is a free agent after his contract at Schalke expired at the end of last season, but his representative, Victor Becali, says wages are proving a stumbling block Tottenham have failed in a move for Romanian striker Ciprian Marica, who is likely to move to Spain instead, according to his agent. The 27-year-old is a free agent after leaving Bundesliga outfit Schalke following the ex...Full Story »