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Champions League Group Draw Revealed

Champions League Group Draw Revealed

Manchester United and Rangers have been drawn together in Group C of the Champions League at today's draw in Monaco. 27 Aug 2010
Platini In 'Zero Tolerance' Pledge

Platini In 'Zero Tolerance' Pledge

UEFA president Michel Platini has warned that there will be virtually "zero tolerance" of mistakes by match officials at games where there are five referees. 27 Aug 2010
Malouda Sets Champions League Goal

Malouda Sets Champions League Goal

Chelsea midfielder Florent Malouda maintains the English champions have their sights firmly set on conquering Europe. 27 Aug 2010
Benitez Sidesteps Reds Claims

Benitez Sidesteps Reds Claims

Inter Milan coach Rafa Benitez today responded to Liverpool's claims that he had agreed not to poach players from Anfield by insisting he is not responsible for signing players for the Italian club. 27 Aug 2010
No Regrets for Holloway

No Regrets for Holloway

Blackpool manager Ian Holloway has made no apologies for fielding a weakened side in the Carling Cup. 27 Aug 2010
Stoke Lashe Out At 'Skulduggery'

Stoke Lashe Out At 'Skulduggery'

Stoke boss Tony Pulis has called for behind-the-scenes "skulduggery" in football to be exposed after reiterating his disappointment with wantaway goalkeeper Asmir Begovic. 27 Aug 2010
Wenger Fears Rovers 'Rugby' Match

Wenger Fears Rovers 'Rugby' Match

Arsene Wenger is fully prepared for Arsenal to face another physical test at Blackburn on Saturday - but maintains it is the referee's responsibility to stop the match descending into "rugby". 27 Aug 2010
Arsenal Confirm Squillaci Deal

Arsenal Confirm Squillaci Deal

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger feels new signing Sebastien Squillaci has all the qualities to fit right into the hustle and bustle of the Barclays Premier League. 27 Aug 2010
Rafa Laughs Off Mourinho Comments

Rafa Laughs Off Mourinho Comments

Rafael Benitez has dismissed the latest jibe from predecessor Jose Mourinho as he attempts to maintain Inter Milan's domestic dominance when Serie A resumes this weekend. 27 Aug 2010
Fifa Issue Glowing Praise for England Bid

Fifa Issue Glowing Praise for England Bid

FIFA's six-man inspection team of the England 2018 World Cup bid today issued a glowing closing statement at the conclusion of their four-day visit, with just one question mark - accommodation. 27 Aug 2010
Martinez Not Happy With Blues

Martinez Not Happy With Blues

Wigan manager Roberto Martinez has criticised his Birmingham counterpart Alex McLeish for going public over his club's interest in Charles N'Zogbia - and claims the Blues' offer is less than one they rejected earlier in the summer. 27 Aug 2010
Mystery Footballer Wins Gagging Order Continuance

Mystery Footballer Wins Gagging Order Continuance

An England player today won a continuation of a High Court gagging order preventing the "misuse" of private information about him. 27 Aug 2010
Mourinho Denies Capello Criticism

Mourinho Denies Capello Criticism

Jose Mourinho has categorically denied criticising England manager Fabio Capello in a newspaper interview and vowed to take legal action over the issue. 27 Aug 2010
Messi Urges Liverpool to Release Mascherano

Messi Urges Liverpool to Release Mascherano

Lionel Messi has told Liverpool they must allow his Argentina team-mate Javier Mascherano to join him at Barcelona. 27 Aug 2010
Redknapp Focus Returns to Premier League

Redknapp Focus Returns to Premier League

Harry Redknapp toasted Tottenham's Champions League qualification with a cup of tea and a bacon sandwich - before immediately turning his attention to beating Wigan on Saturday. 27 Aug 2010
Macdonald's Eyes Wide Open

Macdonald's Eyes Wide Open

Aston Villa caretaker manager Kevin MacDonald has admitted his spell in charge at Villa park has opened his eyes to exactly what a Premier League club manager has to do. 27 Aug 2010
Ferdinand Warns Capello's Critics

Ferdinand Warns Capello's Critics

Rio Ferdinand has warned Fabio Capello's critics they have gone "too far and too quick" in their questioning of the England coach. 27 Aug 2010
Inside FFA’s Future Blueprint

Inside FFA’s Future Blueprint

The FourFourTwo Insider podcast is on the fringe of proper journalism this week as we return from FFA HQ to unveil details of the skill acquisition program, further details around Holger’s appointment and potential A-League rule changes. 26 Aug 2010
United Fans Only Spectators In Athens

United Fans Only Spectators In Athens

Dundee United will face AEK Athens in their Europa League tie at the home of Olympiakos following 48 hours of confusion and drama. 26 Aug 2010
Hodgson Unhappy With Kuyt Interest

Hodgson Unhappy With Kuyt Interest

Liverpool manager Roy Hodgson has suggested forces are at work behind the scenes in an attempt to lure forward Dirk Kuyt to Inter Milan. 26 Aug 2010
FA Hail Respect Success

FA Hail Respect Success

The Football Association today hailed the success of their Respect programme after revealing bookings for dissent in the Barclays Premier League fell by almost a quarter last season. 26 Aug 2010