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Arshavin - I Owe Hiddink

Arshavin - I Owe Hiddink

RUSSIA playmaker Andrei Arshavin has thanked Guus Hiddink for his chance at Euro 2008 - and he wants to repay him by sending the Dutchman into a first major final as an international coach. 27 Jun 2008
Aragones Confident Despite Russian Threat

Aragones Confident Despite Russian Threat

SPAIN coach Luis Aragones believes his team will overcome in-form opponents Russia in tomorrow night's semi-final in Vienna. 26 Jun 2008
Hiddink Highlights Narrow Margins

Hiddink Highlights Narrow Margins

GUUS Hiddink may be granted Russian citizenship following Euro 2008 but the Dutchman is refusing to forget how close it was to Steve McClaren being at the finals instead of him. 26 Jun 2008
Russian Revolution No Shock for Villa

Russian Revolution No Shock for Villa

SPAIN forward David Villa claims he is not surprised by Russia's successful run to the semi-finals of Euro 2008 despite his team's 4-1 triumph over them in their opening group encounter. 26 Jun 2008
Xavi Bullish Over Spain Chances

Xavi Bullish Over Spain Chances

SPAIN midfielder Xavi is full of admiration for revitalised Russia but insists he and his team-mates have never wavered in their belief that they will win Euro 2008. 25 Jun 2008
Pavlyuchenko Less Chunky After Hiddink Diet

Pavlyuchenko Less Chunky After Hiddink Diet

RUSSIA striker Roman Pavlyuchenko has been to the brink and back since tearing England apart in Moscow - and Guus Hiddink believes he is a better player for it. 25 Jun 2008
Fabregas Alive to Arshavin Threat

Fabregas Alive to Arshavin Threat

SPAIN midfielder Cesc Fabregas admits his side will need to pay special attention to Russia playmaker Andrei Arshavin when the two nations meet in the Euro 2008 semi-finals. 24 Jun 2008
Roxburgh Hails Arshavin Effect

Roxburgh Hails Arshavin Effect

ANDREI Arshavin has been singled out for praise by UEFA technical director Andy Roxburgh after making an impact with Russia at Euro 2008. 23 Jun 2008
Arshavin Wants Spain Move

Arshavin Wants Spain Move

RUSSIA playmaker Andrei Arshavin has revealed that he is ready to turn down offers from clubs in England and Germany in favour of a move to Spain. 23 Jun 2008
Hiddink's Star Shining Brighter After Shock Win

Hiddink's Star Shining Brighter After Shock Win

Guus Hiddink had already forged a reputation as a coach of the highest class but his exploits in his two years with Russia have seen his stock rise even higher. 23 Jun 2008
Hiddink Defeats The Dutch

Hiddink Defeats The Dutch

FORMER Socceroos coach Guus Hiddink continues to work the international magic after leading Russia to a 3-1 victory over his native Holland at Euro 2008. 22 Jun 2008
Hiddink Sends Holland Crashing Out

Hiddink Sends Holland Crashing Out

GUUS Hiddink came out on top against the country of his birth as Russia secured a 3-1 victory over Holland to book their place in the semi-finals of Euro 2008. 22 Jun 2008
Hiddink Ready to Dash Dutch Hopes

Hiddink Ready to Dash Dutch Hopes

RUSSIA coach Guus Hiddink will accept being branded a 'traitor' back in his native Holland if it means seeing his side regain their status among the world's elite by qualifying for the Euro 2008 semi-finals. 21 Jun 2008
Hiddink: Russian Revolution Not Over

Hiddink: Russian Revolution Not Over

GUUS Hiddink has been awarded hero status after making footballing history for Russia - and he wants success at Euro 2008 to provide the foundations for them to become European heavyweights. 20 Jun 2008
Hiddink Pays Tribute to Arshavin

Hiddink Pays Tribute to Arshavin

Manager Guus Hiddink hailed the contribution of Andrei Arshavin after his playmaker returned from suspension and fired Russia into the quarter-finals of Euro 2008. 20 Jun 2008
Hiddink Relishes Going Dutch

Hiddink Relishes Going Dutch

DUTCHMAN Guus Hiddink is relishing a clash against Holland after guiding Russia to the quarter-finals of Euro 2008 with victory over Sweden. 19 Jun 2008
Russia Foil Swedish Charge

Russia Foil Swedish Charge

ANDREI Arshavin returned from suspension to earn Russia a place in the quarter-finals of Euro 2008 with victory over Sweden in Innsbruck. 19 Jun 2008
Hiddink Ponders Arshavin Recall

Hiddink Ponders Arshavin Recall

RUSSIA coach Guus Hiddink will make a late decision on unleashing Andrei Arshavin against Sweden and giving the playmaker another opportunity to spark interest among Premier League clubs. 18 Jun 2008
Lagerback Hopeful of Zlatan Recovery

Lagerback Hopeful of Zlatan Recovery

SWEDEN coach Lars Lagerback believes star striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic will be fit to face Russia in Wednesday's crucial Group D finale despite only lasting 45 minutes against Spain. 16 Jun 2008
Greece Knocked Out By Russia

Greece Knocked Out By Russia

A MOMENT of madness from Antonis Nikopolidis gave Russia a 1-0 win over Greece in Group D on Saturday and eliminated the Greeks from Euro 2008. 15 Jun 2008
Hiddink Plots Greek Tragedy

Hiddink Plots Greek Tragedy

RUSSIA coach Guus Hiddink wants to keep Roman Abramovich smiling this week by plotting a way past the famed rearguard of European Championship holders Greece. 14 Jun 2008