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Loovens Backs Gers' Approach

Loovens Backs Gers' Approach

Celtic defender Glenn Loovens has told rivals Rangers to ignore their critics and stick to the tactics which are earning them points in the Champions League. 1 Oct 2010
Fabregas Struggling - Wenger

Fabregas Struggling - Wenger

Arsene Wenger today revealed Cesc Fabregas was unlikely to be fit in time for Arsenal's crunch clash with Chelsea on Sunday. 1 Oct 2010
Bruce Not Ruling Out Rooney 'Game'

Bruce Not Ruling Out Rooney 'Game'

Sunderland boss Steve Bruce will not be convinced Wayne Rooney is not turning out against his team on Saturday until he sees the Manchester United teamsheet. 1 Oct 2010
Giggs Rules Out Wales Job

Giggs Rules Out Wales Job

Ryan Giggs does not believe it would be possible to combine managing Wales with his club career at Manchester United. 1 Oct 2010
Red Mist Descends On A-League

Red Mist Descends On A-League

IN the wake of a weekend of undermanned (and under attended) A-League games taking place, the FourFourTwo Insider crew reviews and previews local matters, alongside taking a peer towards the Socceroos and EPL in this week’s pod. 30 Sep 2010
Redknapp: Twente Paid the Penalty

Redknapp: Twente Paid the Penalty

Harry Redknapp felt Tottenham deserved two of the penalties they were awarded in tonight's 4-1 Champions League victory over FC Twente. 30 Sep 2010
Probe Begins Into Marseille Claims

Probe Begins Into Marseille Claims

Chelsea have launched an investigation into a number of incidents involving Marseille fans amid claims by the French club's security chief that he was thrown out of Stamford Bridge ahead of their Champions League game. 30 Sep 2010
Gold Backs Green Over Gesture

Gold Backs Green Over Gesture

David Gold has defended West Ham goalkeeper Robert Green for the defiant gesture which he aimed towards the press box following the Hammers' 1-0 win over Tottenham on Saturday. 30 Sep 2010
Del Piero Wary of City Threat

Del Piero Wary of City Threat

Juventus veteran Alessandro Del Piero expects a tough test against Manchester City in the Europa League tomorrow. 30 Sep 2010
Kuyt Looking Forward to Utrecht Return

Kuyt Looking Forward to Utrecht Return

Liverpool forward Dirk Kuyt is relishing a return to the club where he made his professional debut but there will be no sentimentality when he runs out at Utrecht's Stadion Galgenwaard. 30 Sep 2010
Torres Not a Certain Starter - Hodgson

Torres Not a Certain Starter - Hodgson

Liverpool manager Roy Hodgson will not guarantee striker Fernando Torres a starting place in the Europa League against Utrecht but admits his presence in the squad is something of an insurance policy. 30 Sep 2010
Bale Backs Penalty Calls

Bale Backs Penalty Calls

Gareth Bale claimed Tottenham deserved all three of their penalties in their 4-1 Champions League win over FC Twente. 30 Sep 2010
Ferguson Impressed By Hernandez's Finishing Touch

Ferguson Impressed By Hernandez's Finishing Touch

Sir Alex Ferguson claimed scoring goals is like "shelling peas" to the man nicknamed Little Pea. 30 Sep 2010
Rangers Play Down Expectations

Rangers Play Down Expectations

Walter Smith refused to countenance any talk of qualifying for the knockout stages of the Champions League after Steven Naismith's first-half strike against Bursaspor at Ibrox took the Light Blues top of Group C along with Manchester United. 30 Sep 2010
Fifa Reveal New Transfer System

Fifa Reveal New Transfer System

FIFA chiefs believe clubs will stop "playing chicken" near transfer deadline when their new online system for players comes into force this week. 30 Sep 2010
Torres Set for Europa Bow

Torres Set for Europa Bow

Liverpool striker Fernando Torres is set to make his first Europa League appearance of the season tomorrow but captain Steven Gerrard has not made the trip to Utrecht. 30 Sep 2010
Beckham Unlikely To Play In Europe Again

Beckham Unlikely To Play In Europe Again

David Beckham has admitted it is highly unlikely he will play in Europe again this season. 30 Sep 2010
Bent: Black Cats Ready for United

Bent: Black Cats Ready for United

In-form striker Darren Bent has warned Manchester United not to expect an easy day out at Sunderland this weekend. 30 Sep 2010
Terry Hoping for Lengthy Anelka Stay

Terry Hoping for Lengthy Anelka Stay

Chelsea captain John Terry wants Nicolas Anelka to stay with the Blues for years. 30 Sep 2010
Fabianski Relishing Blues Test

Fabianski Relishing Blues Test

Lukasz Fabianski claims he is "ready for Chelsea" after answering his critics with a fine display for Arsenal in the heat of Champions League battle against Partizan Belgrade. 30 Sep 2010
Mancini - Balotelli Back By End of October

Mancini - Balotelli Back By End of October

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini expects Mario Balotelli to return to the squad at the end of next month. 30 Sep 2010