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Messi In Barca Squad

Messi In Barca Squad

Lionel Messi has been included in Barcelona's squad for Wednesday's Champions League match with Rubin Kazan - although the Argentina forward has not yet been given the green light to return to action. 28 Sep 2010
I'll Never Be a Problem for Roma - Totti

I'll Never Be a Problem for Roma - Totti

Roma captain Francesco Totti has played down the significance of his angry reaction to being substituted in Saturday's game against Inter Milan and pledged his commitment to the Giallorossi. 27 Sep 2010
Del Neri Still Concerned By Defensive Frailties

Del Neri Still Concerned By Defensive Frailties

Juventus coach Luigi Del Neri hailed his team's attacking prowess but called for defensive improvements after last night's 4-2 Serie A win over Cagliari. 27 Sep 2010
Mancini: Boateng Could Start Euro Tie

Mancini: Boateng Could Start Euro Tie

Roberto Mancini is debating whether to hand Jerome Boateng his first Manchester City start in Thursday's Europa League tie with Juventus at Eastlands. 27 Sep 2010
Manzano Replaces Alvarez At Sevilla

Manzano Replaces Alvarez At Sevilla

Sevilla have parted company with coach Antonio Alvarez and replaced him with Gregorio Manzano. 27 Sep 2010
Coolness Counts for Moyes

Coolness Counts for Moyes

David Moyes admits Everton need more assurance in front of goal if they are to turn around their abysmal start to the season. 27 Sep 2010
Kenwyne-Win Situation for Pulis

Kenwyne-Win Situation for Pulis

Stoke boss Tony Pulis hailed "unplayable" striker Kenwyne Jones after seeing him inspire his side to a fightback victory at Newcastle. 27 Sep 2010
Kuyt Dismisses Talk of Torres Exit

Kuyt Dismisses Talk of Torres Exit

Liverpool forward Dirk Kuyt has dismissed speculation about Fernando Torres' state of mind and insisted the striker has an important role to play even if he is not scoring. 27 Sep 2010
Vazquez Strike Sinks Osasuna

Vazquez Strike Sinks Osasuna

Espanyol climbed into the top six of the Primera Division this evening courtesy of a 1-0 victory over 10-man Osasuna at Cornella. 27 Sep 2010
Rooney Should Be Fit for Valencia - Phelan

Rooney Should Be Fit for Valencia - Phelan

Manchester United assistant boss Mike Phelan has confirmed that Wayne Rooney should be fit for Wednesday's Champions League trip to Valencia. 27 Sep 2010
Smith Pleased With Superb Fightback

Smith Pleased With Superb Fightback

Rangers manager Walter Smith insisted he took no extra satisfaction from finally winning at Pittodrie for the first time since he returned to Ibrox three years ago. 27 Sep 2010
England Consider Additional Friendly

England Consider Additional Friendly

Tentative discussions have taken place over the possibility of an additional England friendly being arranged next June. 27 Sep 2010
Heskey Repays Houllier's Faith

Heskey Repays Houllier's Faith

Gerard Houllier has revealed his faith in Aston Villa match-winner Emile Heskey and urged the striker to "keep believing in himself". 27 Sep 2010
Writing On Wall Early For Wenger

Writing On Wall Early For Wenger

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger knew his side were on a hiding to nothing after five minutes against West Brom. 27 Sep 2010
United Held By Bolton

United Held By Bolton

Manchester United failed to take maximum advantage of yesterday's defeats for Chelsea and Arsenal when they were forced to settle for a point in the Barclays Premier League match at Bolton. 27 Sep 2010
Gascoigne Appointed Garforth Boss

Gascoigne Appointed Garforth Boss

Paul Gascoigne has been appointed the new manger of non-league club Garforth Town. 27 Sep 2010
Baros Hat-Trick Decisive for Gala

Baros Hat-Trick Decisive for Gala

Milan Baros scored a hat-trick to see off Istanbul Buyuksehir BSK and propel Galatasaray up to third in the Turkish Super Lig tonight. 27 Sep 2010
Zarate Lifts Lazio to Summit

Zarate Lifts Lazio to Summit

Lazio joined Inter Milan at the top of the Serie A standings after Mauro Zarate's solitary goal saw them beat Chievo in Verona this afternoon. 27 Sep 2010
Bolton Duo Disappointed With Point

Bolton Duo Disappointed With Point

BOLTON goalscorers Zat Knight and Martin Petrov were disappointed to be held to a 2-2 draw with Manchester United today. 27 Sep 2010
Graham: Gunners Must Find Keeper

Graham: Gunners Must Find Keeper

ARSENAL will not win the Premier League again until Arsene Wenger replaces goalkeeper Manuel Almunia, according to former boss George Graham. 26 Sep 2010
Ancelotti Expects City Challenge

Ancelotti Expects City Challenge

CHELSEA boss Carlo Ancelotti believes Manchester City will challenge his side for the Barclays Premier League title after the Blues' 100% start to the season was ended at Eastlands yesterday. 26 Sep 2010