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Beckham "Better That Six Months' Ago" - Capello

Beckham "Better That Six Months' Ago" - Capello

England boss Fabio Capello has supported David Beckham's demand to move permanently to AC Milan by describing the midfielder as a fitter and better player since his loan to Italy. 8 Feb 2009
Beckham Gets Shot At Record

Beckham Gets Shot At Record

DAVID Beckham will get the chance to win a record-equalling 108th cap - while Carlton Cole and James Milner could get their first after being named in the England squad to face Spain in Seville next week. 8 Feb 2009
Capello Keeps Close Eye On Rooney

Capello Keeps Close Eye On Rooney

FABIO Capello will have the final say over Wayne Rooney's presence for England's friendly against Spain next week. 7 Feb 2009
Capello Hint Over Beckham's England Spot

Capello Hint Over Beckham's England Spot

ENGLAND coach Fabio Capello has given the clearest hint yet that David Beckham will be given the chance to equal Bobby Moore's 108-appearance record for the Three Lions in Spain next week. 6 Feb 2009
Triesman Expects Tough World Cup Battle

Triesman Expects Tough World Cup Battle

FOOTBALL Association chairman Lord Triesman has played down England's status as favourites to host the 2018 World Cup after a visit by bid leaders to FIFA headquarters. 5 Feb 2009
'Kick It Out' Issue Pre-Match Call

'Kick It Out' Issue Pre-Match Call

ANTI-racism campaigners Kick It Out will call for tough sanctions if England players are taunted during next week's friendly in Seville as they were during their last match in Spain. 5 Feb 2009
Capello Backs 2018 Bid

Capello Backs 2018 Bid

ENGLAND coach Fabio Capello has thrown his support behind the country's bid to host the 2018 World Cup by declaring it is time for football "to come home". 5 Feb 2009
Walcott Closing In On Comeback

Walcott Closing In On Comeback

ARSENAL and England winger Theo Walcott could be ready to make his comeback from a dislocated shoulder in a month, according to Arsene Wenger. 3 Feb 2009
Boost for England's World Cup Bid

Boost for England's World Cup Bid

ENGLAND'S hopes of winning the contest for the 2018 World Cup have been given a major boost after FIFA president Sepp Blatter cast doubt on whether joint bids would be allowed. 31 Jan 2009
Capello Pleased By Beckham Display

Capello Pleased By Beckham Display

England boss Fabio Capello has confirmed he was impressed by David Beckham's latest performance for AC Milan. 30 Jan 2009
England World Cup Bid - It's Official

England World Cup Bid - It's Official

England have officially submitted their bid for the 2018 World Cup to FIFA. 28 Jan 2009
England WC Bid Recruits South African Expert

England WC Bid Recruits South African Expert

ENGLAND 2018 bid leaders have taken steps to avoid the same pitfall that affected the failed campaign for the 2006 World Cup by hiring one of those behind South Africa's success in landing the tournament. 17 Jan 2009
Anson Downplays Favourites Tag

Anson Downplays Favourites Tag

Andy Anson takes over as the new chief executive of England's 2018 World Cup bid tomorrow just as Spain and Portugal have entered the fray with a rival joint bid. 11 Jan 2009
Capello Keeps Players At a Distance

Capello Keeps Players At a Distance

FABIO Capello admits he will never be one of the lads in the England camp - but it was all part of changing the squad's mentality during his first year as boss. 28 Dec 2008
Basile Claims English Offer

Basile Claims English Offer

FORMER Argentina coach Alfio Basile claims he has been approached with an offer to join an English club. 26 Dec 2008
FA Chief Hails 'Meticulous' Capello

FA Chief Hails 'Meticulous' Capello

Football Association chairman Lord Triesman has hailed Fabio Capello for getting rid of the "funfair" culture surrounding the England side. 24 Dec 2008
England 'Strong Candidate' For 2018 WC

England 'Strong Candidate' For 2018 WC

FIFA president Sepp Blatter expects England to put forward a "strong" bid to host the 2018 World Cup. 21 Dec 2008
Capello Amazed By "Diabolical" Draw

Capello Amazed By "Diabolical" Draw

ENGLAND manager Fabio Capello has branded today's Champions League draw as "diabolical" for English and Italian clubs. 20 Dec 2008
English League to Bring In 'Home Grown' Rule

English League to Bring In 'Home Grown' Rule

Football League chairmen have voted to bring in a new rule where four out of the 16 players for matchday squads will have to be 'home grown'. 19 Dec 2008
Teddy Tells Fans to Give Up Boos

Teddy Tells Fans to Give Up Boos

Former England striker Teddy Sheringham has appealed for fans to stop venting frustration against their own teams by booing and urged them to show greater support. 17 Dec 2008
Beckham Reiterates England Hopes

Beckham Reiterates England Hopes

David Beckham reiterated his desire to continue playing for England prompted his forthcoming loan switch to AC Milan after arriving in New Zealand for the Los Angeles Galaxy's exhibition clash with an Oceania All-Stars side. 5 Dec 2008