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Jones Salutes Bellamy Debut

Jones Salutes Bellamy Debut

CARDIFF manager Dave Jones was in buoyant mood after new signing Craig Bellamy inspired his side to a 4-0 victory over Doncaster. 22 Aug 2010
Foster Will Challenge Hart - McLeish

Foster Will Challenge Hart - McLeish

BIRMINGHAM boss Alex McLeish believes Ben Foster will provide a stern challenge to Joe Hart for the goalkeeping jersey in England's opening Euro 2012 qualifiers against Bulgaria and Switzerland next month after his stunning display in today's 2-1 victory over Blackburn. 22 Aug 2010
McCarthy Hails Battling Wolves

McCarthy Hails Battling Wolves

WOLVES manager Mick McCarthy praised his side for battling back from a first half he described as "hopeless" and "abject" to snatch a point at Goodison Park. 22 Aug 2010
Royals Chief Defends Federici

Royals Chief Defends Federici

READING boss Brian McDermott refused to blame goalkeeper Adam Federici after his fluffed clearance gifted Nottingham Forest their equaliser in a 1-1 draw. 22 Aug 2010
Ferdinand 'Seriously Excited' By Bid

Ferdinand 'Seriously Excited' By Bid

RIO Ferdinand has thrown his weight and that of the England team behind the bid to host the World Cup in 2018. 22 Aug 2010
Walcott Inspires Gunners To Victory

Walcott Inspires Gunners To Victory

ENGLAND international Theo Walcott plundered a hat-trick as Arsenal brought Barclays Premier League Blackpool back down to earth with a bump. 22 Aug 2010
Uncertainty At Anfield

Uncertainty At Anfield

LIVERPOOL'S preparations for Monday's trip to Manchester City have been over-shadowed by off-field matters as Hong Kong businessman Kenny Huang pulled out of negotiations to buy the club and midfielder Alberto Aquilani headed back to Italy. 22 Aug 2010
Gyeongnam Held

Gyeongnam Held

A LAST-MINUTE equaliser from Chunnam Dragons today prevented K-League leaders Gyeongnam FC from extending their advantage at the top to three points. 22 Aug 2010
Osaka Pick Up Away Win

Osaka Pick Up Away Win

CEREZO Osaka continued their fine form on their return to the J.League with a 1-0 win at Kashima Antlers that moves them up to second in the standings. 22 Aug 2010
Werder Bring In Wesley

Werder Bring In Wesley

WERDER Bremen have moved quickly to fill the void left by the sale of Mesut Ozil to Real Madrid by signing Brazilian midfielder Wesley from Santos. 22 Aug 2010
Aquilani Joins Juve on Loan

Aquilani Joins Juve on Loan

Liverpool have announced an agreement with Juventus for Alberto Aquilani to return to Serie A on loan this season. 22 Aug 2010
Villa Job Not On MacDonald's Agenda

Villa Job Not On MacDonald's Agenda

ASTON Villa caretaker manager Kevin MacDonald is refusing to consider the prospect of getting the job on a permanent basis but admits he may just have to as he prepares for tomorrow's Barclays Premier League clash at Newcastle. 22 Aug 2010
Hughes - Rooney Will Be Back Scoring Soon

Hughes - Rooney Will Be Back Scoring Soon

MARK Hughes expects Wayne Rooney to rediscover his goalscoring touch soon - but hopes it returns after tomorrow's showdown at Craven Cottage. 22 Aug 2010
Hodgson Backs Cole To Get Firing

Hodgson Backs Cole To Get Firing

ROY Hodgson accepts Joe Cole has made a terrible start to his Liverpool career but is not reading much into his early tribulations. 22 Aug 2010
Silva Fears Torres Impact

Silva Fears Torres Impact

DAVID Silva is concerned about the damage Fernando Torres could do to Manchester City on Monday at Eastlands. 22 Aug 2010
No Inter Move For Mascherano - Hodgson

No Inter Move For Mascherano - Hodgson

LIVERPOOL manager Roy Hodgson understands Inter Milan will not make a move for Javier Mascherano before the transfer window closes. 22 Aug 2010
Ancelotti Loves Dealing With Anelka

Ancelotti Loves Dealing With Anelka

CHELSEA manager Carlo Ancelotti insisted Nicolas Anelka has never caused him a moment's bother - and he blasted the French Football Federation for giving him an 18-match ban. 22 Aug 2010
Ireland Feels At Home At Villa

Ireland Feels At Home At Villa

ASTON Villa's new midfielder Stephen Ireland believes he was "forced out" of Manchester City as he could not find any way to re-establish himself in manager Roberto Mancini's plans. 22 Aug 2010
Ferguson: Hughes Did Well At City

Ferguson: Hughes Did Well At City

SIR Alex Ferguson goes head to head with Mark Hughes tomorrow claiming the new Fulham boss has no need to justify his work at Manchester City. 22 Aug 2010
Schweinsteiger Strike Deals Blow To McClaren

Schweinsteiger Strike Deals Blow To McClaren

WOLFSBURG coach Steve McClaren was bitterly disappointed with his side's 2-1 defeat at Bayern Munich last night as Bastian Schweinsteiger struck late after the Wolves missed a string of chances. 22 Aug 2010
Arnie Out To Break Nix Run

Arnie Out To Break Nix Run

CENTRAL Coast coach Graham Arnold is confident the Mariners can put an end to Wellington Phoenix's incredible home record when the two teams clash in the New Zealand capital tomorrow. 21 Aug 2010