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Van Der Vaart Doubt for Spurs

Van Der Vaart Doubt for Spurs

RAFAEL van der Vaart is doubtful for Tottenham's Barclays Premier League game against Wolves tomorrow as he continues to struggle with the sore calf picked up during Tuesday night's 2-2 Champions League draw at Werder Bremen. 17 Sep 2010
United Big Guns to Return

United Big Guns to Return

SIR Alex Ferguson is preparing to recall all his big guns for Sunday's eagerly-anticipated Premier League encounter with Liverpool at Old Trafford. 17 Sep 2010
Valencia Back By End of February - Fergie

Valencia Back By End of February - Fergie

SIR Alex Ferguson today revealed Antonio Valencia could be back in action by the end of February. 17 Sep 2010
Blackburn Duo Are Struggling

Blackburn Duo Are Struggling

RYAN Nelsen and Michel Salgado are doubts for Blackburn when Fulham visit tomorrow after both limped off against Manchester City last weekend. 17 Sep 2010
Premier League Seek Oyston Clarification

Premier League Seek Oyston Clarification

THE Premier League have asked Blackpool to clarify the role of acting chief executive Karl Oyston after it was revealed he was declared bankrupt last month. 17 Sep 2010
Casillas Dismisses Mourinho Speculation

Casillas Dismisses Mourinho Speculation

REAL Madrid captain Iker Casillas is confident coach Jose Mourinho will not be tempted into taking over as Portugal boss on a temporary basis. 17 Sep 2010
No Changes on Cards for Pulis

No Changes on Cards for Pulis

STOKE manager Tony Pulis may opt to keep faith with the line-up which secured their first win of the season for tomorrow's visit of West Ham. 17 Sep 2010
Diaby and Vermaelen Miss Trip North

Diaby and Vermaelen Miss Trip North

ARSENAL will again be without midfielder Abou Diaby (ankle) and centre-back Thomas Vermaelen (Achilles) for tomorrow's trip to Sunderland. 17 Sep 2010
Duff Could Figure For Fulham

Duff Could Figure For Fulham

FULHAM winger Damien Duff should be available for tomorrow's Barclays Premier League clash with Blackburn after recovering from a calf injury. 17 Sep 2010
Toure Still Backing Juve

Toure Still Backing Juve

YAYA Toure still believes Juventus are Europa League favourites even though Manchester City have already swept past them in Group A. 17 Sep 2010
Fabregas Not Getting Carried Away

Fabregas Not Getting Carried Away

Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas maintains he is not going to "read too much" into the Gunners' flying start to the season. 17 Sep 2010
Allardyce Impression Not Lost on Hughes

Allardyce Impression Not Lost on Hughes

FULHAM boss Mark Hughes believes Sam Allardyce will be a strong candidate for the England job in two years' time. 17 Sep 2010
Ferdinand Looks for Boost Against Liverpool

Ferdinand Looks for Boost Against Liverpool

RIO Ferdinand believes beating Liverpool would be the perfect way to make amends for the sloppy points Manchester United have dropped so far this season. 17 Sep 2010
Bleiberg Wants Winning Run

Bleiberg Wants Winning Run

MIRON Bleiberg wants at least four points from Gold Coast United's next two home games with the Skilled Park boss feeling his team's season is finally underway after an interrupted start. 17 Sep 2010
Brisbane Battle The Odds

Brisbane Battle The Odds

BRISBANE Roar are desperate to land back in the winners' circle on Saturday night but to do so they'll need to overcome a serious test of depth as well as competition-leaders Adelaide United. 17 Sep 2010
Zwaanswijk Hails ‘Solid’ Mariners

Zwaanswijk Hails ‘Solid’ Mariners

PATRICK Zwaanswijk has heaped praise on a Central Coast Mariners unit which, for the first time in 18 matches, has kept two clean sheets on the trot. 17 Sep 2010
Wenger Impressed By Almunia Attitude

Wenger Impressed By Almunia Attitude

ARSENE Wenger has thrown his full support behind "outstanding" goalkeeper Manuel Almunia, who has produced an impressive start to the season following a summer of speculation over his position as Arsenal number one. 17 Sep 2010
Wembley Final Is Blues Destiny - Malouda

Wembley Final Is Blues Destiny - Malouda

CHELSEA winger Florent Malouda insists the Blues are destined to win the Champions League this season because the final is being played at their 'lucky' Wembley Stadium. 17 Sep 2010
Hleb Set For Blues Bow

Hleb Set For Blues Bow

NEW Birmingham signing Alexander Hleb is set to make his debut for the club in Saturday's match at West Brom. 17 Sep 2010
Maturing Wilshere To Learn From Fabregas

Maturing Wilshere To Learn From Fabregas

ENGLAND youngster Jack Wilshere maintains he is ready to challenge for a regular place in Arsene Wenger's first XI - and intends to learn all he can from playing alongside Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas. 17 Sep 2010
Giggs Eyes Tough Liverpool Test

Giggs Eyes Tough Liverpool Test

MANCHESTER United winger Ryan Giggs knows last week's late collapse against Everton has piled extra pressure on his side as they prepare to welcome rivals Liverpool to Old Trafford. 17 Sep 2010