It’s one of this year’s most anticipated title launches. EA SPORTS has just announced that FIFA 11 will hit the stores on Sept. 28 in North America and Oct. 1 in Europe and Asia with Kaka as the global cover athlete. The 28-year-old Brazilian football hero and Real Madrid midfielder will be the centerpiece of the global campaign for FIFA 11 — the most popular sports videogame in the world. Ricardo Izecson dos Santos Leite, nicknamed “Kaka” is part of a group of 17 stars who will adorn FIFA 11 worldwide. He will be accompanied by stars from other teams in other countries, in territory specific packaging.

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Arsenal  winger Theo Walcott is “really looking forward” to running out against AC Milan and Celtic in the Emirates Cup.

Walcott, 21, has been an ever-present for the Gunners throughout the summer tour of Austria after being snubbed by England for the World Cup. The next stage of their preparations begins this weekend with the four-way annual tournament, which also includes French side Olympique Lyonnais.

Speaking to the club’s official website, Walcott was excited about getting stuck in against the fellow European heavyweights.

“There are three big clubs playing at this year’s Emirates Cup, so it’s going to be a good pre-season test for us,” Walcott noted.

“I know it’s only pre-season, but you always like to start well at the Emirates Cup, in front of your own supporters. I’m really looking forward to getting back out there at Emirates Stadium and playing.

“Celtic are a very good team with great supporters, so we’re looking forward to playing against them. It should make a very good atmosphere in the stadium on that day!

“Also, AC Milan are one of Europe’s leading clubs, so of course, we can’t wait to play them as well.”

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