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Problems Mount for Villa

Problems Mount for Villa

ASTON Villa are likely to have eight first-team squad members unavailable for tomorrow's Barclays Premier League clash with Manchester United. 12 Nov 2010
Shawcross Returns for Stoke

Shawcross Returns for Stoke

STOKE defender Ryan Shawcross is back in contention for tomorrow's Barclays Premier League visit of Liverpool after serving a suspension. 12 Nov 2010
Fifa Meeting to Discuss World Cup Votes Probe

Fifa Meeting to Discuss World Cup Votes Probe

FIFA president Sepp Blatter has summoned members of the executive committee to a special meeting next Friday to decide on any action following the hearing into corruption and collusion allegations. 12 Nov 2010
Martinez Supports Holloway Stance

Martinez Supports Holloway Stance

WIGAN manager Roberto Martinez has given his full backing to Blackpool counterpart Ian Holloway in the growing row over team selection. 12 Nov 2010
Mariner Griff's Spying Mission

Mariner Griff's Spying Mission

ROSTYN Griffiths has racked up almost 9,000 kilometres of travel this week but the Central Coast Mariners man insists he's ready for action after a spot of celebrating and 'spying'. 12 Nov 2010
Durante Prepares For A Century

Durante Prepares For A Century

WELLINGTON Phoenix skipper Andrew Durante will reach 100 A-League games this weekend and the defender already has his sights set on a double century as he prepares for the clash with Central Coast. 12 Nov 2010
Brisbane Expect Pumped Heart

Brisbane Expect Pumped Heart

BRISBANE Roar boss Ange Postecoglou expects Melbourne Heart to put up much stiffer resistance than when the Queenslanders dished out a 4-0 drubbing in their last encounter. 12 Nov 2010
Inside Our Game’s Future

Inside Our Game’s Future

IN the wake of a media roundtable at FFA HQ, the pod lads discuss their views on the issues which will underpin the future of the A-League, including the FFA Cup, marquees, stadiums and cost cutting. 11 Nov 2010
McKay Can Be A Roo Regular

McKay Can Be A Roo Regular

BRISBANE Roar captain Matt McKay has the tools in his locker to become one of the Socceroos big-hitters, says club boss Ange Postecoglou. 11 Nov 2010
Glory Going In The Right Direction

Glory Going In The Right Direction

PERTH Glory's diabolical run continues following a 2-0 defeat in Adelaide but coach Ian Ferguson is convinced his team is heading in the right direction. 11 Nov 2010
Franz Furious With Officials

Franz Furious With Officials

NORTH Queensland Fury coach Franz Straka was left fuming following the defeat by Melbourne Heart, adamant that officials should have disallowed two of the visitors' goals. 11 Nov 2010
Sasa In Roos Squad For Egypt Tie

Sasa In Roos Squad For Egypt Tie

FORMER Adelaide defender Sasa Ognenovski is set for his first Socceroos’ cap after being named in the 20-man squad to face Egypt this month. 9 Nov 2010
Shoot Like Defoe, Playmaking By Xavi

Shoot Like Defoe, Playmaking By Xavi

JERMAIN Defoe on striking the ball, Xavi on playmaking, plus tips on warming up, zonal marking and eating out before the game – all in this month’s Performance section. 8 Nov 2010
FIFA's 11+ Warm Up System

FIFA's 11+ Warm Up System

Here you and can view and download FIFA's 11+ warm up system designed to prevent injuries to players. 8 Nov 2010
Lahm Laments More Lost Points

Lahm Laments More Lost Points

BAYERN Munich full-back Philipp Lahm admitted the situation in the Bundesliga is looking grim after his side were held to a 3-3 draw against Borussia Monchengladbach yesterday. 8 Nov 2010
Nurnberg Looking Forward To Derby

Nurnberg Looking Forward To Derby

NURNBERG will head to Bavarian rivals Bayern Munich in a confident mood next weekend after opening up a two-point gap over their neighbours thanks to a 3-1 win over Cologne yesterday. 8 Nov 2010
Hargreaves May Have Been Anxious

Hargreaves May Have Been Anxious

SIR Alex Ferguson has hinted there may be a mental explanation for the latest setback in Owen Hargreaves' injury-ravaged career. 8 Nov 2010
Davies Hoping For Another England Call

Davies Hoping For Another England Call

BOLTON striker Kevin Davies believes it would be "absolutely amazing" if he retained his place in the England squad. 8 Nov 2010
Gyan Gets Sunderland Smiling Again

Gyan Gets Sunderland Smiling Again

THE smile on Asamoah Gyan's face was a broad as those in the stands as Sunderland launched the healing process with victory over Stoke. 8 Nov 2010
Lennon Hints At Changing Record-Breakers

Lennon Hints At Changing Record-Breakers

NEIL Lennon is ready to make immediate changes to the Celtic side which created a Scottish Premier League record with their 9-0 thrashing of Aberdeen at Parkhead. 8 Nov 2010
Smith Satisfied - That's Official

Smith Satisfied - That's Official

RANGERS manager Walter Smith insists he had no complaints about the performance of referee Craig Thomson despite having a goal disallowed and conceding a penalty against St Mirren. 8 Nov 2010