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English National Team
Rafa worried about tactics of Euro minnows (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Rafael Benitez hailed Steven Gerrard's contribution to England's cause but insists top players are being put 'at risk' by the congested international calendar.
Barwick on defensive after new FA deal (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Football Association chief executive Brian Barwick today denied the BBC and Sky had been stitched up in the race to secure the television rights for England internationals and FA Cup matches.
Fergie: McClaren is a victim of mocking culture (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has condemned the `mocking culture' he believes was behind the abuse levelled at England coach Steve McClaren over the past week.
ITV and Setanta land FA deal (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Football Association chief executive Brian Barwick has confirmed the television rights for England and FA Cup matches have been awarded to ITV and Setanta Sports starting in the 2008-09 season.
Becks 'proud' of England's grit against Andorra (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
David Beckham has backed England to qualify for Euro 2008 and claimed the passion shown by the players during a difficult qualifying campaign has made him 'proud'.
Beckham wins Sport Industry award (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former England captain David Beckham won the Outstanding Contribution to British Sport accolade at the 2007 Sport Industry Awards on Thursday.
Abuse part of England job, says Curbishley (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Alan Curbishley believes it is 'part and parcel' of being England manager to receive intense criticism - and Steve McClaren's only option is to get on with the job in hand.
Barwick backs under-fire England boss McClaren (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Under-pressure England coach Steve McClaren has received the unqualified backing of his boss in the wake of unprecedented levels of abuse in Barcelona on Wednesday night.
Hughes accuses media of having an agenda (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Blackburn boss Mark Hughes believes the media have made their it duty to hound every England manager out of office.
Rae's Say: McClaren so far a failure on all counts (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Even Scotsman Derek Rae gets on McClaren's case and doubts he'll get the better of Guus Hiddink.
Hargreaves: McClaren was an inspiration (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Owen Hargreaves has leapt to the defence of under-pressure England boss Steve McClaren and insisted his half-time team talk inspired victory over minnows Andorra.
McClaren defiant as supporters turn nasty (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Under-fire England coach Steve McClaren emerged from 90 minutes of personal hell to hail the 'guts and character' of his players in Barcelona last night.
McClaren urges boo-boys to stick by England (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
England boss Steve McClaren insisted he could understand the fans' frustrations but urged them to support the team.
Lampard out of England clash with injured wrist (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Frank Lampard has been ruled out of England's Euro 2008 qualifier against Andorra on Wednesday night.
Terry: I would play for England for nothing (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
John Terry has insisted 'I would play for England for nothing' after slamming criticism that the players have no pride in representing their country.
Hargreaves axed as England stick with Lampard (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Steve McClaren looks set to drop 'indispensable' Owen Hargreaves for tonight's Euro 2008 qualifier with Andorra as he desperately tries to prove his assertion that Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard are
Watching England like a 'nagging toothache' (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former England captain Terry Butcher claims watching the national team is 'like a nagging toothache' and does not believe Steve McClaren will be in charge this time next year.
Gerrard desperate for club form with England (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Steven Gerrard wants to repeat with England the success he has experienced with Liverpool but admits he is not enjoying the current plight of the national side.
Richards struggling with calf injury - Pearce (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
England star Micah Richards is set to have surgery on his long-standing calf problem this summer.
Andorra boss Rodrigo feels England can be got at (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Andorra go into the Euro 2008 Group E qualifier believing they can heap more misery on Steve McClaren's England side.
Carter: England's problem is their very nationality (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Jon Carter thinks he sees what the real problem is with the England team. They're English.
Terry: Players are right behind McClaren (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Steven Gerrard and John Terry have joined forces to insist England's under-performing players are 100% behind beleaguered coach Steve McClaren.
Your Verdict: England's agony and Euro 2008 (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Your Verdict on England's inept performances and the Euro 2008 qualifying campaign.
Lampard fit to train with England (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
England midfielder Frank Lampard was fit enough to join in with his team-mates for their final training session ahead of on Wednesday's European Championship qualifier with Andorra in Barcelona.
FA denies reports over McClaren summons (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
The Football Association's International Committee have rejected reports in Tuesday morning's UK press that they have summoned beleaguered England boss Steve McClaren to a meeting to explain dismal re
McClaren not brave enough, blasts Mills (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former England defender Danny Mills does not believe Steve McClaren has the leadership skills to lead his side out of their current rut.
Players just puzzled as England fans - Owen (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
England striker Michael Owen has claimed England's failure to perform is just as mystifying to the players as it is to supporters.
McClaren: No Euro failure talk (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Steve McClaren has claimed it is 'ridiculous' to write off England's hopes of reaching the Euro 2008 finals less than halfway through their qualifying campaign.
McClaren denies any rift with Rooney (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
England coach Steve McClaren has insisted he has an excellent working relationship with Wayne Rooney, after rubbishing claims he singled out the striker for criticism after the disappointing draw in I
Hargreaves: We need confidence boost (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Owen Hargreaves has called on England to repair their flagging confidence with an emphatic victory in Wednesday's European Championship qualifier with minnows Andorra.
Preview: Donadoni and McClaren feel heat (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
World Cup winners Italy and beleaguered England return to the Euro 2008 campaign trail on Wednesday with both their coaches feeling the heat of qualifying.
Newcastle not rushing Owen's recovery (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Michael Owen will not be rushed back from injury to resurrect England's faltering Euro 2008 qualification campaign.
Lampard frank after England blank (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Frank Lampard admitted England may have to win all their remaining qualifying games to book their place in the Euro 2008 finals in Austria and Switzerland.
Players must take the blame - Taylor (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Steve McClaren and his players must share the blame for England's listless performance in the goalless draw with Israel on Saturday, according to former England manager Graham Taylor.
McClaren maintains belief (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
England coach Steve McClaren insists he still believes in his England players.
McClaren plays down Rooney rift reports (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
England manager Steve McClaren has described reports of a bust-up with striker Wayne Rooney as 'an absolute load of rubbish'.
Jolly: Deliver us from Steve McClaren (Mar 25, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Richard Jolly takes aim at hapless Steve McClaren after the snoozefest with Israel.
Bilic joy as Croatia steal a march on England (Mar 25, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Croatia coach Slaven Bilic was delighted after a 2-1 Euro 2008 qualifying win over Macedonia on Saturday pulled them five points ahead of England and kept them two ahead of Russia at the top of Group
Defoe: I can be man to score England's goals (Mar 25, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Striker Jermain Defoe admits he is `frustrated' with his lack of starts for England.
McClaren rues toothless England performance (Mar 24, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England coach Steve McClaren criticised his side for lacking ruthlessness in the goalless Euro 2008 qualifier in Israel.
Johnson picked to partner Rooney in Israel (Mar 24, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Andrew Johnson has been handed his first competitive start by England coach Steve McClaren for the crucial European Championship qualifier with Israel in Tel Aviv.
Carter: The Wembley waiting game is finally over (Mar 24, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jon Carter was able to take in the new Wembley as England U21's took on their Italian counterparts.
Bentley honoured to be first English scorer (Mar 24, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Bentley claimed it was a 'great feeling' to become the first England player to score at the new Wembley after the under-21s drew 3-3 with their Italian counterparts.
Pazzini stars at new Wembley (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Italy youngster Gianpaolo Pazzini stole the limelight in the first match at the new Wembley Stadium by scoring a hat-trick and forcing a high-scoring draw against England Under-21s.
Pennant: McClaren wrong to ignore me for England (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant finds an ongoing lack of recognition by England boss Steve McClaren 'frustrating'.
Captain Terry bangs the drum ahead of Israel (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Captain John Terry has claimed there is 'a lot more to come' from England's players after admitting they have underachieved under Steve McClaren.
Neville demands winning double header (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Gary Neville has insisted it will be ``totally unacceptable'' if England fail to qualify for the Euro 2008 finals.
McClaren demands proud performance (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England coach Steve McClaren has called on his players to make the fans proud of them again.
Terry welcomes Hargreaves return (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Skipper John Terry admitted England have missed the qualities of Owen Hargreaves as the Bayern Munich midfielder prepares to make his comeback in tomorrow's vital Euro 2008 qualifier in Israel.
Injured Woodgate ruled out of Israel clash (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England defender Jonathan Woodgate has been ruled out of Saturday's Euro 2008 qualifier against Israel because of a knee injury.
Hargreaves confident ahead of England return (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Owen Hargreaves remains supremely confident England will qualify for Euro 2008.
Carragher: The time is now (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jamie Carragher is urging England's players to reproduce the form they have shown in the Champions League this season for their country in Saturday's crucial Euro 2008 qualifier with Israel in Tel Avi
Israel starlets tipped to torment England (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Bolton's Israel midfielder Idan Tal is backing his country's teenage strikers to shoot down England's European Championship dream. With first-choice forward Roberto Colautti suspended, Chelsea's Ben S
Hargreaves ready to energise England (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England had two injury concerns as they trained at the new Wembley Stadium for the first time this afternoon.
England train at new Wembley (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England had two injury concerns as they trained at the new Wembley Stadium for the first time this afternoon.
Strike disruption over for England fans (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England fans will be able to travel to Israel for the crucial Euro 2008 Championship qualifier this weekend after a public service strike lasted just eight hours today.
Defeat in Israel and it's over for England - Tal (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England can kiss next year's European Championships goodbye if they lose in Tel Aviv on Saturday, according to Bolton's Israel midfielder Idan Tal.
Charlton's Young called into England squad (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England called up Charlton Athletic right back Luke Young on Wednesday following a rash of injuries before their Euro 2008 qualifiers.
Neville unfazed by caps tally (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Phil Neville has played down the significance of he and brother Gary being poised to equal the combined England caps tally of the Charlton brothers in Saturday's Euro 2008 qualifier with Israel.
McClaren - I'm better than when I started (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Steve McClaren insists he is a better England coach now than when he first took the job.
Upbeat McClaren waits on Richards, Woodgate (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England coach Steve McClaren is confident Micah Richards and Jonathan Woodgate will be fit to travel to Israel on Thursday.
England too good not to qualify - Beckham (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Beckham has no fears about England coming unstuck in Israel this week and suffering disaster in the European Championship qualifier.
Preston's Nugent called into England squad (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Nugent has been called into the England squad for this week's Euro 2008 double-header with Israel and Andorra after Darren Bent withdrew with a knee injury.
England players to get first taste of Wembley (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Steve McClaren's England will get their first glimpse of the new-look Wembley on Wednesday determined to ensure their Euro 2008 qualifying campaign still has meaning when they eventually get to play t
Barry wins quickfire reprieve (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England coach Steve McClaren has called Aston Villa's Gareth Barry into his squad for the Euro 2008 double header with Israel and Andorra.
Bent not fit enough, claims Pardew (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Charlton manager Alan Pardew has urged England coach Steve McClaren not to play prolific striker Darren Bent in the vital Euro 2008 qualifier in Israel next Saturday.
Johnson aims to take scoring form to Israel (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Andrew Johnson admits he will be joining up with England 'really buzzing' and aiming to make his mark in Steve McClaren's squad.
Barry should have been picked - O'Neill (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Martin O'Neill has revealed his disappointment at Aston Villa skipper Gareth Barry's exclusion from the England squad for the European Championship qualifiers with Israel and Andorra.
McClaren plays it safe (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Joey Barton and Gareth Barry are the major casualties of Steve McClaren's urgent need for results after the England coach named a streamlined 23-man party for the crucial Euro 2008 double-header.
US move won't end Beckham's England hopes (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Beckham has refused to slam the door on his international career, claiming he would walk back from the United States to play for England.
Coppell: Shorey could fill England left-back hole (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Reading manager Steve Coppell believes Nicky Shorey deserves a chance to prove he is England class.
McClaren looks for Lennon to shine (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England coach Steve McClaren is confident Aaron Lennon has the experience to handle the pressure of next week's crucial Euro 2008 clash with Israel.
McClaren to turn to Nugent amid inury crisis? (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Preston's David Nugent is set to be catapulted straight from the Championship onto the international arena if this weekend's packed domestic programme brings bad news for England boss Steve McClaren.
FA to improve website after Wembley crash (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The Football Association will make improvements to their computer system after unprecedented numbers of people logged on to buy tickets for the first game at the new Wembley stadium.
England resigned to losing players for FA Cup (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The Football Association have had to accept defeat in their efforts to explore alternative dates for the FA Cup quarter-final replays in order not to affect Steve McClaren's England preparations.
Nose surgery rules Crouch out of England games (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool today confirmed Peter Crouch will have nose surgery which will put him out of England's next two matches.
Crouch facing nose surgery dilemma (Mar 7, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Peter Crouch is debating whether to postpone an operation on his broken nose which would almost certainly rule him out of England's Euro 2008 double-header with Israel and Andorra.
FA set to be handed Wembley stadium keys (Mar 7, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The handover of keys to the new Wembley stadium was tonight said to be 'imminent' as final tests were nearing completion.
Beckham facing four weeks out with knee injury (Mar 6, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Beckham's dream of representing England again has suffered a major setback after it was revealed he is likely to be sidelined for around four weeks with a knee injury.
Injury blow to Beckham's England hopes (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Beckham's chances of winning an England recall suffered a major blow when he picked up a knee injury in Real Madrid's 1-1 draw with Getafe.
'I'm not finished with England' - Beckham (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Beckham is determined to prove his England career is not over.
Grip urges McClaren to recall Becks (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sven-Goran Eriksson's assistant Tord Grip insists David Beckham should still be playing for England.
Rooney: England have learned from World Cup (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Wayne Rooney believes England have learned vital lessons from their World Cup disappointment which will stand them in good stead heading into Euro 2008.
England have 'very good' chance of 2018 finals (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
FIFA president Sepp Blatter has insisted England would stand a 'very good' chance of hosting the 2018 World Cup - if the tournament comes back to Europe in that year.
English Premier League
On-loan Haestad leaves Latics after three months (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Wigan have released Norway international Kristofer Haestad from his loan contract by mutual consent.
Fergie fumes at FA failure to charge Boateng (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has condemned the Football Association's failure to charge Middlesbrough's George Boateng for his verbal attack on Cristiano Ronaldo.
Captain King keen to make return against Chelsea (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Ledley King feels fit enough to be considered for next week's clash at Chelsea but boss Martin Jol is refusing to rush his skipper back.
The Insider: West Ham keep dream alive (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
The Insider was at Upton Park to see the masters of disaster keep the dream alive.
Vidic sidelined by injury (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Manchester United defender Nemanja Vidic has been ruled out of action for between four and five weeks with a dislocated shoulder.
Ferguson: English clubs now best in Europe (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson believes the Premiership is now the best league in the world.
Moyes to unleash young Vaughan on Villa (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
David Moyes is expected to continue with teenager James Vaughan in his front line on Monday at Aston Villa.
Tottenham's Lennon looking for Euro ticket (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Aaron Lennon believes Tottenham need to qualify for Europe next season to continue their progress since he arrived at White Hart Lane.
Robben out for four weeks after knee surgery (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Chelsea winger Arjen Robben will be out of action for at least four weeks after undergoing knee surgery. Robben returned from international duty with a swollen knee.
Wenger denies FA improper conduct charge (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has denied a charge of improper conduct and/or bringing the game into disrepute.
Mijatovic confirms Real want Kaka, Ronaldo (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Real Madrid sporting director Predrag Mijatovic is under no illusions just how tough it is likely to be to prise Cristiano Ronaldo and Kaka away from their respective clubs.
Toon post £6.9m half-yearly loss (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Newcastle have reported an operating loss of £6.9million for the six months to December 31.
Neville out for 3 more weeks (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Manchester United captain Gary Neville is expected to remain on the sidelines for another three weeks with ankle ligament damage.
Sam: Anelka will stay if Euro target reached (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Bolton boss Sam Allardyce has warned his ailing side the future of French striker Nicolas Anelka could depend on their ability to end a run of three consecutive Premiership defeats and secure a UEFA C
Southgate believes Woodgate, Viduka will stay (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate is hopeful of keeping Jonathan Woodgate and Mark Viduka.
Agent dispute forces Riise into bankruptcy (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Liverpool's John Arne Riise has been declared bankrupt by the courts for an unpaid debt of around £100,000. Riise, understood to earn around £50k a week, was declared bankrupt at court.
Wenger rules out Van Persie for the season (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Arsenal striker Robin van Persie 'is likely' to miss the rest of the season, according to manager Arsene Wenger.
Hornets turn promotion into £1.33m profit (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Watford reversed a loss to record a profit of £1.33million over the final six months of 2006.
'Manchester United are soccer's most valuable club' (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Manchester United remain the most valuable football team in the world, according to Forbes business magazine.
Wenger relief at return of striker Adebayor (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger admits the return of Emmanuel Adebayor from his four-game suspension is a 'relief' as Arsenal head into tomorrow's crunch Premiership showdown with Liverpool at Anfield.
Hughes confused by Tugay's phantom call-up (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Blackburn manager Mark Hughes has been left bemused by the way Turkey have handled the recent return of Tugay - even if it has proved beneficial for Rovers.
Giggs convinced title race has long way to go (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Ryan Giggs feels the Premiership title race will go right down to the wire.
Lampard ready to face Watford in a cast (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Chelsea have confirmed that England midfielder Frank Lampard will play against Watford in a lightweight plaster cast.
City fear Richards could miss rest of season (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Manchester City were still waiting for news of the extent of Micah Richards' injury setback amid fears the England full-back could be ruled out for the rest of the season.
Benitez: Much improvement still needed (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
New American owners George Gillett and Tom Hicks may have completed their takeover of Liverpool this week but manager Rafael Benitez has stressed the club need to do much more if they are to become ge
Arsenal the latest to freeze ticket prices (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Arsenal have become the next Premiership club to announce they will not be increasing ticket prices - the third successive campaign that the club have frozen their admission charges.
Jewell denies FA charge of improper conduct (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Wigan manager Paul Jewell today denied a Football Association charge of improper conduct and/or bringing the game into disrepute.
Charlton lose Reid for rest of season (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Charlton midfielder Andy Reid has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a hamstring injury.
Blades record profits of £2.6million (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Sheffield United have announced a profit of £2.6million for the last six months of 2006.
Reyes hoping to join Real permanently (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Arsenal's Jose Antonio Reyes is hoping he will have done enough by the end of the Spanish season to earn himself a permanent switch to Real Madrid.
European qualification vital, says Spurs chairman (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy has highlighted the importance of qualifying for European competition on a regular basis to maintain the club's healthy financial figures.
Injury prone Laursen set for Aston Villa return (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Aston Villa central defender Martin Laursen is set to return to action in Monday's home Premiership clash with Everton.
Council urge Liverpool to share stadium (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Liverpool's new owners, American tycoons George Gillett and Tom Hicks, have been asked by city council leaders to look again at the possibility of sharing their new stadium with Everton.
Rangers midfielder Rae wants English switch (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Rangers midfielder Gavin Rae is planning a move to England when his contract expires at the end of the season.
United treble an 'impossibility', says Ferguson (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson believes a repeat of Manchester United's historic treble in 1999 is unlikely.
Real 'first in line' for Ronaldo, insists Calderon (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon admits the Spanish giants would be interested in signing Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo if he became available - but not at any price.
Kitson signs three-year Reading deal (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Reading striker Dave Kitson has signed a new three-year contract, keeping him at the Madejski Stadium until the summer of 2010.
Chelsea ban three fans for throwing celery (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Chelsea have banned three of their fans after they were caught throwing celery during the team's FA Cup win at Tottenham Hotspur, the Premier League champions said on Tuesday.
Hubbard: A case of déjà vu for Spurs? (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Norman Hubbard says Spurs need to keep Berbatov if they are to avoid a case of déjà vu.
Roeder: Failure is ingrained at Newcastle (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Glenn Roeder has claimed Newcastle are so used to underachieving that it has become 'stitched into the badge'.
American tycoons complete Liverpool takeover (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
American tycoons George Gillett and Tom Hicks have had their takeover of Liverpool rubber-stamped by the Stock Exchange. The pair have reached an agreement to buy 98.6% of shares.
Hubbard: Arsenal addicted to form over function (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Norman Hubbard
American company denies Arsenal buyout (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Kroenke Sports Enterprise have 'no interest or intention' of buying into Arsenal, according to a spokesman for the American company, but ITV are likely to be open to offers for their 9.9% stake.
Coppell signs new two-year deal at Reading (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Reading manager Steve Coppell has signed a new two-year contract at the Madejski Stadium.
Ronaldo to stay at United 'for many years' (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo has reiterated his desire to stay at Manchester United 'for many years', after Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon made it clear for the first time he wants to sign the winger.
Wantaway City flop Corradi blasts Pearce (Mar 25, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester City striker Bernardo Corradi has criticised manager Stuart Pearce and described his first season at Eastlands as 'a nightmare'.
Scholes unworried by Stamford Bridge crunch (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Paul Scholes believes Manchester United are capable of winning their rearranged Premiership clash with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on May 9, whether they have wrapped the title up by then or not.
Coleman slams fixture list as 'nonsense' (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chris Coleman has branded the Premiership fixture list 'nonsense' with Fulham playing just two matches in nearly four weeks.
Liverpool's Sissoko still suffering with eye trouble (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool midfielder Momo Sissoko has revealed he is still worried by an eye injury, where he suffered damage to his retina, more than a year after the original injury occured.
Bayern chief holds firm over Hargreaves sale (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Owen Hargreaves's desire to move to Manchester United could end in disappointment after Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinze Rummenigge maintained the German club would not be forced into selling player
Sporting starlet Nani being tracked by Spurs (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sporting Lisbon have warned Premiership clubs that it will cost £13.5million to sign winger Nani.
Owen optimistic over returning this season (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Michael Owen remains on course to play again before the end of the season.
'Cheap' seats available at new stadium - Hicks (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool's new co-owner Tom Hicks has promised he will not price supporters out of the club's planned new stadium, and believes the increased capacity will enable the Reds to offer a 'broader menu' o
New owner Hicks wants Liverpool to dominate (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool co-owner Tom Hicks has vowed to help Rafael Benitez make the Reds a 'dominant team' again - but will not be spending money on the scale of Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich.
Spurs defends new rise in season ticket prices (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Tottenham executive director Paul Barber has defended the club's decision to increase season-ticket prices.
Lippi: No dream team with Vialli at Chelsea (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Marcello Lippi has rejected suggestions that he will take charge of Chelsea this summer. Reports had suggested that he and former Blues boss Gianluca Vialli could join forces at Stamford Bridge.
FA fine Redknapp (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Portsmouth manager Harry Redknapp has been fined £750 and warned as to his future conduct at Football Association Disciplinary Commission hearing on Thursday.
Jewell handed FA fine, ban (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Wigan manager Paul Jewell has been fined £2,000 and given a two-match touchline ban - suspended for 12 months - and warned as to his future conduct after admitting a charge of improper conduct towards
Benitez 'completely committed' to Liverpool (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has dismissed speculation linking him with a move to Real Madrid, insisting he is 'completely committed' to the Anfield club.
Beck: If only it was former Hornet Paul Robinson (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Tom Beck can't see Watford beating the 24 point total they picked up in 1999-2000.
Benitez 'absolutely' in Americans' Anfield plans (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Tom Hicks, one of the American businessmen set to complete a takeover of Liverpool next week, insists manager Rafael Benitez has the full support of the new regime.
Out of favour Samuel set for Villa Park exit (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Aston Villa defender Jlloyd Samuel admits he will have to leave the club if he is to get his career back on track. Samuel has not started a game for Martin O'Neill's side since August.
Boro demand apology from Blades' Warnock (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Middlesbrough have demanded an apology from Sheffield United boss Neil Warnock for his attack on Gareth Southgate. Warnock branded his Boro counterpart 'a disgrace'.
Burns: Boldly heading for Europe (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Moyes' bold selection has Everton in European contention, says Tony Burns.
Berbatov staying at Spurs (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Dimitar Berbatov's agent insists the striker will stay at Tottenham next season despite attracting the attention of numerous clubs.
No FA action over Chelsea players (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The Football Association today confirmed there will be 'no formal disciplinary action' against any players involved in restraining a pitch invader during Chelsea's FA Cup quarter-final replay win at T
Arsenal's Lehmann calm over contract talks (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsenal goalkeeper Jens Lehmann insists there is 'no fixed date' for his future to be sorted out.
West Ham confirm Ashton out for season (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
West Ham have confirmed striker Dean Ashton will not return to action until next season after undergoing further minor surgery on his injured ankle.
Council offer Everton hope over new stadium (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Everton's search for a suitable site for a new stadium could still swing back within the Liverpool city boundaries, according to city council leader Warren Bradley.
No Real Madrid approach for Benitez - Agent (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Brighton chairman Dick Knight believes Rafael Benitez's proposal for reserve teams to play in the Football League is 'insulting'.
Pearce sides with Southgate after Warnock tirade (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Neil Warnock was 'unfair and very, very wrong' in his furious criticism of Gareth Southgate's selection policy, according to Manchester City manager Stuart Pearce.
Birmingham net striker Cole on loan (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Andy Cole has joined Birmingham on loan from Portsmouth for the remainder of the season. The 35-year-old has made only nine first-team starts for Pompey since a £500,000 move from Man City in August.
Spurs' Mido misses out on Nations Cup qualifier (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Tottenham Hotspur striker Ahmed 'Mido' Hossam has been left out of a 23-man squad named by Egypt coach Hassan Shehata on Tuesday for the weekend's African Nations Cup qualifier against Mauritania.
Brighton chief 'insulted' by Benitez's reserves plan (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Brighton chairman Dick Knight believes Rafael Benitez's proposal for reserve teams to play in the Football League is 'insulting'.
Dyer reveals guilt over treatment of Robson (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Newcastle midfielder Kieron Dyer still feels 'incredibly guilty' about refusing to play out of position for Sir Bobby Robson.
Lampard wants action to stop pitch invasions (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England midfielder Frank Lampard has called for action to prevent any repetition of the attack he faced from a fan at Tottehnam Hotspur in the FA Cup.
Chelsea-Man Utd title showdown moved to May (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United's crucial Premiership showdown with Chelsea has been re-arranged for Wednesday, May 9.
Rafa: Reserve teams should play in League (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez wants the reserve teams of top clubs to be allowed to play in the Football League.
Run-in: Chelsea could face four in a week (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The Premier League have ruled out any prospect of Chelsea meeting Manchester United in a title showdown after the final day's fixtures have been completed on May 13.
Henrik: I was set to quit after leaving Celtic (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Henrik Larsson has revealed he planned to retire from the game when he left Celtic - before Barcelona stepped in to sign him.
Juve chief: Lampard not for Turin, but for Chelsea (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Juventus sporting director Alessio Secco expects Frank Lampard to stay at Chelsea.
Foster: Hornets will soon be back in Premiership (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Ben Foster has backed Watford to make an instant return to the Barclays Premiership if they are relegated this season.
FA to investigate invasion (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The FA have confirmed they will investigate incidents at the end of Chelsea's FA Cup quarter-final win at Tottenham when two fans ran onto the pitch, one of whom threw a punch at England midfielder Fr
Becks lavishes praise on successor Ronaldo (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Beckham has been awe-struck by Cristiano Ronaldo this season.
Warnock: 'Disgrace' Southgate helped pal Pearce (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sheffield United manager Neil Warnock has branded Gareth Southgate 'a disgrace' after the Boro boss fielded a weakened line-up in the defeat to Manchester City on Saturday.
Lampard describes 'lamping' (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Frank Lampard has spoken about the moment a fan tried to attack him on the pitch after Chelsea celebrated reaching the FA Cup semi-finals.
Last chance for Colo Colo in Libertadores (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chilean champions Colo Colo, one of the pre-tournament favourites to win the South American Libertadores Cup, have a last chance to keep their campaign alive when play Caracas FC on Tuesday.
Emre racism allegations 'not proven' - FA (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Newcastle midfielder Emre was celebrating on Monday after allegations of racial abuse against him were found not proven by the Football Association.
Wise facing new charge after seeing red (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Dennis Wise faces a another charge of improper conduct after being sent from the dug-out for a second time as Leeds manager.
Roeder in a fury as Newcastle slump again (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Furious Newcastle boss Glenn Roeder blasted his players after seeing them squander a chance to deepen Charlton's Premiership woes.
Allardyce fears repeat of European woe (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sam Allardyce can feel a European place slipping from Bolton's grasp for the second season running.
Premier League agrees to help Nigerian FA (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The Premier League has agreed a deal to help Nigeria repackage its soccer league and make it more commercially viable.
Lampard eager to commit future (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Frank Lampard has revealed his frustration at the slow progress of talks over a new contract at Chelsea - but insists he has no intention of leaving.
Jol delighted with Tottenham's progress (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Tottenham Hotspur boss Martin Jol feels reaching the latter stages of three cup competitions shows progress is being made - even if Chelsea knock them out of the FA Cup tonight.
Benitez: Premiership not on the backburner (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Rafael Benitez insisted chasing Champions League glory is not distracting his Liverpool players away from the bread and butter commitment of trying to finish in the top four of the Premiership.
Mourinho on charm offensive with referees (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jose Mourinho insists that he has the greatest of respect for referees as he prepares his side to face Tottenham in their FA Cup quarter-final replay at White Hart Lane tonight.
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FA to probe Hammers' Mascherano deal (Mar 18, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The Football Association have confirmed they will investigate allegations of financial impropriety surrounding West Ham's controversial signing of Javier Mascherano last September.
Ronaldo 'a pawn' in Spanish presidential campaigns (Mar 18, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has accused Real Madrid and Barcelona of using Cristiano Ronaldo as pawn in their presidential election campaigns.
Hargreaves eyes Man Utd move (Mar 18, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Owen Hargreaves insists long-time suitors Manchester United are the 'only team' he wants to join.
Premiership: Zheng boosts Charlton, United cruise (Mar 18, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Zheng Zhi used his head to dramatically improve Charlton's chances of staying in the Premiership.
England's injury worries start early with Neville (Mar 17, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United defender Gary Neville will be sidelined for three weeks by an ankle ligament injury, ruling him out of England's Euro 2008 qualifiers against Israel and Andorra.
Moyes laments chances for British managers (Mar 17, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Moyes confronts Arsene Wenger tomorrow believing British managers should be allowed the same chance as the Arsenal boss has had to work abroad.
Pardew: Pressure is off the players now (Mar 17, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manager Alan Pardew believes Charlton's hopeless position earlier in the season relieved the pressure at The Valley and has now given them a glimmer of hope in their relegation battle.
Tevez the key in survival battle - Green (Mar 17, 2007 12:00 GMT)
West Ham goalkeeper Robert Green believes Carlos Tevez has a crucial role in helping the club's unlikely bid for Premiership survival.
Distin: Players unhappy over Dunne's remarks (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester City defender Sylvain Distin has revealed the depth of discontent within the Blues camp over Richard Dunne's controversial attack on his team-mates last week.
Premiership awards for Man Utd pair (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson and veteran winger Ryan Giggs have been named Premiership manager and player of the month for February.
Benitez wants pow-wow with new owners (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Rafael Benitez will have a clear message for Liverpool's new owners the next time he sits down with them to discuss the club's future - we must move faster.
No Chelsea move for new Makelele deal (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jose Mourinho believes it is too early to decide the future of Chelsea midfielder Claude Makelele.
Jose: No Arnesen row (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jose Mourinho insists he has no personal or professional problems with Chelsea academy director Frank Arnesen.
Fergie: No rush on new Ronaldo United deal (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has insisted there is no desperate need for Manchester United to rush through contract negotiations with Cristiano Ronaldo.
Fergie denies reports of Rio's cracked rib (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Rio Ferdinand has been cleared to play in Manchester United's Premiership clash with Bolton.
Dyer bemoans another potless season (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
A devastated Kieron Dyer admitted Newcastle had let themselves and their fans down as they plummeted out of the UEFA Cup in Holland.
Chelsea set to ban 'criminal' celery throwers (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea warned their fans on Friday against throwing celery during matches, saying it was a criminal offence and that anyone caught lobbing the popular salad vegetable could be banned.
Resurrected Weaver set for new contract (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Nicky Weaver is close to agreeing a new contract with Manchester City.
Jewell blasts FA over second ref rage charge (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Wigan boss Paul Jewell has accused the Football Association of destroying the right to free speech after being given a second misconduct charge over his criticism of referee Phil Dowd.
Walcott to end season with shoulder op (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Theo Walcott knows he must get his troublesome shoulder injury sorted out sooner rather than later.
Khizanishvili: Why did Neill join West Ham? (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Blackburn defender Zurab Khizanishvili has expressed surprise over former team-mate Lucas Neill's decision to choose a move to struggling West Ham over Champions League quarter-finalists Liverpool.
Roeder says ref was to blame for Toon collapse (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Newcastle boss Glenn Roeder was left to reflect on two crucial decisions after his hopes of UEFA Cup glory were dashed by AZ Alkmaar in Holland.
Coleman wants to boss Wales - and abroad (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chris Coleman has revealed an ambition not only to coach Wales, but also to manage on the Continent - once he has achieved all that he wants to at Fulham.
Scholes: United 'desperate' to regain Premiership (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Paul Scholes admits Manchester United are `desperate' to recapture the Premiership title.
Wenger charged over cup outburst (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has been charged with improper conduct and/or bringing the game into disrepute by the Football Association following his comments after the Carling Cup final.
Jewell charged over ref outburst (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Wigan manager Paul Jewell has been charged with improper conduct and/or bringing the game into disrepute by the Football Association.
I'm happy, insists out-of-sorts Shevchenko (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Andriy Shevchenko insists he loves working with Chelsea coach Jose Mourinho as he bids to shake off an ankle injury in time to face Sheffield United on Saturday.
Redknapp ponders Intertoto route (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Portsmouth manager Harry Redknapp is prepared to consider the much-maligned Intertoto Cup as a means to revive his team's sinking European qualification hopes next season.
Pearce ignores talk of broken spirit (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Stuart Pearce insists his Manchester City team are working together and they can get out of trouble.
Johnson rubbishes reports of homesickness (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Andrew Johnson reveals he would sign with Everton for the rest of his career if he could, in response to claims that he is homesick for the south and wants to return to London.
Parry plays down fears over new stadium (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool hope any changes to their new stadium plans can be achieved within the same timescale and planning 'footprint' already outlined.
Wenger delighted with players' response (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger hailed the 'fantastic response' of his Arsenal side as they put treble cup despair behind them to defeat Aston Villa and climb into third spot in the Premiership.
Lampard and Terry praised by Clarke (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Steve Clarke paid tribute to England duo John Terry and Frank Lampard after Chelsea kept alive their hopes of a third successive Premiership title.
Jolly: Chelsea profit from listless Manchester City (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea's win over Manchester City was a study in mediocrity, says Richard Jolly.
Huge crowd sees Gunners kids beat United's (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
An astonishing Youth Cup record crowd of 38,187 cheered Arsenal to a narrow semi-final first-leg victory over Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium.
Liverpool stadium delayed by capacity questions (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The new owners of Liverpool are considering making the club's new stadium even bigger, it has been revealed.
Holland: Big earning stars still a long time retired (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Phil Holland on Frank Lampard's financial future and A-League woes in New Zealand.
Chelsea 'not affected' by Abramovich divorce (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Roman Abramovich's divorce will have no impact on his ownership of Chelsea. The Russian billionaire and his ex-wife Irina have 'agreed terms' following the formal dissolution of their marriage.
Dunne right to blast City stars - Mills (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Danny Mills has joined club captain Richard Dunne in questioning the attitude of some Manchester City players.
Smith determined to stay at United (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Alan Smith has warned would-be suitors he has no intention of leaving Manchester United.
Wenger to add 'only the best' (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger insists he will only add only 'super, super class' or nothing to his Arsenal squad this summer.
Under-fire Pearce determined to fight on (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Under-fire boss Stuart Pearce has pointed Manchester City's board in the direction of West Ham and Charlton as proof sacking managers in mid-season does not necessarily work.
Silvestre out for the season (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United's treble hopes have been dealt another blow after Mikael Silvestre was ruled out for the remainder of the campaign.
Chelsea defender Bridge undergoes knee surgery (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea defender Wayne Bridge underwent knee cartilage surgery late on Tuesday, putting him out of action for several weeks, the Premiership champions have said.
Berbatov rumours laughable, insists Jol (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Martin Jol insists it is his decision who to rest during Tottenham's hectic schedule and that he would not tolerate interference from the board on team matters.
Wenger blames France for Henry injury woes (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger believes Thierry Henry was 'badly managed' by France after the World Cup - and maintained the Arsenal captain was now 'paying the price of success'.
Chasing the treble dream (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jon Carter assesses just how realistic those treble dreams are for Man United and Chelsea.
Madridistas show an interest in Mourinho (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Real Madrid fans appear keen on the possibility of Jose Mourinho taking over as boss at the Bernabeu - even though he has made it clear any move to Spain would not take place before 2010.
Spurs defender Gardner facing six weeks out (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Tottenham defender Anthony Gardner has been ruled out for six weeks after suffering a hairline fracture of the fibula during the 3-3 draw with Chelsea in the FA Cup quarter-final at Stamford Bridge on
Accrington Stanley, who are they? Asks Pool's Antwi (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool reserve defender Godwin Antwi has joined Accrington on loan until the end of the season.
Man City boss Pearce shrugs-off pressure talk (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Stuart Pearce has vowed he 'will not hide' as he faces crisis point as Manchester City manager.
Man City's Barton held on suspicion of assault (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester City footballer Joey Barton has been arrested on suspicion of assault and criminal damage. The midfielder was questioned by police over an alleged argument with a taxi driver in Liverpool.
Arsenal stronger despite adversity - Wenger (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger has backed his side to overcome the injury and suspension problems that have threatened to derail their season.
It's 'realistic' Ronaldo will stay until 2012 - Gill (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United chief executive David Gill has insisted it is 'realistic' that Cristiano Ronaldo will remain with the club for another five years - extending his current deal by another two years.
Lamps and JT focused on playing not contracts (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea stars John Terry and Frank Lampard are determined to ensure their contract problems do not overshadow the club's fight for more success this season.
'I'm staying at Arsenal for life', insists Henry (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Injured Arsenal captain Thierry Henry has insisted he will stay with the club 'for life'.
Essien signs new five-year contract with Chelsea (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien has signed a new five-year contract that ties him to the Premiership champions until 2012. The 24-year-old has been one of the stars of an injury-ravaged season.
Hubbard: Pearce on the brink after Cup defeat (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Stuart Pearce looks to be headed for the exit at City. Norman Hubbard examines the reasons why.
Fixture pile-up worries Jose before Valencia tie (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Coach Jose Mourinho expressed his concern on Monday that Chelsea's fixture congestion will leave them at a disadvantage in their Champions League quarter-final with Valencia.
Hands off Toon youngsters, Roeder tells rivals (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Newcastle's Glenn Roeder has told the club's Premiership rivals to forget about signing any of his young stars. Charles N'Zogbia and defender Steven Taylor have both been linked with moves away.
Departing Larsson rules out Premiership return (Mar 11, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Henrik Larsson has ruled out the possibility of returning to English football.
Terry set to return against Man City - Mourinho (Mar 11, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho is hopeful that John Terry will be back for Wednesday's Premiership trip to Manchester City.
Cole targets first team comeback against Valencia (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Joe Cole has told Jose Mourinho that he will be ready to make his first-team return by the time they face Valencia in the Champions League next month.
Spurs' FA Cup hopes hit by double injury blow (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Paul Robinson and Robbie Keane have been ruled out of Tottenham's FA Cup quarter-final at Chelsea tomorrow.
Chelsea will 'do everything' to keep stars - Jose (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jose Mourinho insists Chelsea will do all they can to keep their top stars.
'Henry can lead the charge next season' - Wenger (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger is confident Arsenal will again see the best of injured captain Thierry Henry next season. After damaging groin and stomach muscles the Arsenal talisman's season is over.
Chelsea silent over Terry contract (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea chose not to comment today on reports that contract negotiations with captain John Terry have collapsed.
'Devastated' Henry vows to bounce back (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Thierry Henry has spoken of his devastation at being ruled out for the rest of the season.
Agent denies Eriksson has Premiership job (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sven-Goran Eriksson's agent has denied the former England boss has landed a job at a Premiership club next season.
Henry ruled out for the season (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsenal striker Thierry Henry has been ruled out for the remainder of the season because of groin and stomach injuries.
Players could take action against ageism (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Players who are offered only short-term deals based purely on their age could mount a legal challenge against the policy, according to a leading employment lawyer.
Carter: Arsenal must face life without Henry (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Thierry Henry must focus on pre-season if Arsenal are to succeed next year says Jon Carter.
Parry hails 'historic' news (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool chief executive Rick Parry has hailed today's 'historic' news that George Gillett and Tom Hicks have gained unconditional control of the club.
Sir Alex confirms contract talks with Ronaldo (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has confirmed Manchester United have opened contract negotiations with Cristiano Ronaldo.
Chelsea confirm July date with LA Galaxy (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Former England captain David Beckham is likely to come up against some familiar faces early in his new career in America after Chelsea announced their participation in a pre-season tournament involvin
Shevchenko denies criticism of Jose (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea's Ukrainian striker Andriy Shevchenko has claimed that the row between manager Jose Mourinho and Stamford Bridge owner Roman Abramovich is still burning, with him as a scapegoat.
Gillett and Hicks assume control of Reds (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool will have new ownership when they bid to reach the Champions League semi-finals next month.
Roeder hails red hot hitman Martins (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Glenn Roeder heaped praise on £10million striker Obafemi Martins after seeing him fire Newcastle to within sight of the UEFA Cup quarter-finals.
Alex desperate to play for Chelsea (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Brazilian defender Alex has revealed his 'dream' of joining Chelsea.
Beckham backs Man Utd to repeat treble (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Beckham believes the current Manchester United team can emulate the class of '99 and win a glorious treble.
Ronaldo in new contract talks (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United winger Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed talks have begun over a new contract at Old Trafford.
Smith set for starring role amid crisis (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson is pinning his hopes on forgotten man Alan Smith to guide Manchester United through their ill-timed striker crisis.
Lampard 'still waiting' for new Chelsea deal (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Frank Lampard's future at Chelsea remains in doubt, after the midfielder revealed that he is still waiting for the club to offer him a new deal.
Agbonlahor undecided over Nigeria call-up (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Aston Villa winger Gabriel Agbonlahor has been included in Nigeria's provisional squad for their African Nations Cup qualifier with Uganda later this month, but is unsure whether to accept the call.
Silvestre out with dislocated shoulder (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United have confirmed that Mikael Silvestre has a dislocated right shoulder. Silvestre was injured during last night's Champions League match against Lille.
Arsenal's Henry suffers new injury setback (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsenal striker Thierry Henry faces another spell on the sidelines after suffering stomach and groin injuries in Wednesday's Champions League game against PSV Eindhoven.
Cech on top of the world (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
ESPNsoccernet Press Pass talks to Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech about his injury woe.
Cristiano Ronaldo négocie avec MU (Mar 8, 2007 11:00 GMT)
L'international portugais de Manchester United, Cristiano Ronaldo, a indiqué jeudi qu'il était en discussion avec son club pour prolonger son contrat tout en répétant qu'il aimerait bien "un jour" jou
Manchester United facing striker shortage (Mar 7, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Louis Saha has been ruled out for four weeks with a hamstring strain. The injury could not have come at a worse time given Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is also out following a minor knee operation.
Lord Stevens finds 50 rule-breaking transfers (Mar 7, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Premier League clubs have been reported for breaching rules in more than 50 transfers.
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Pearce vows to fight it out at Man City (Mar 7, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manager Stuart Pearce has insisted he will not walk away from Manchester City.
Norwegian police investigate Mikel contract (Mar 7, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea midfielder Mikel John Obi's contract with former club Lyn Oslo is being investigated by Norwegian police.
Wenger confident Arsenal are going places (Mar 7, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger firmly believes there are plenty of reasons to be positive Arsenal are a club going places.
Norway police probe Mikel's Chelsea transfer (Mar 6, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Norwegian police are investigating the transfer to Chelsea last year of midfielder John Obi Mikel amid suspicions of contract forgery, police said on Tuesday.
'I'm under no pressure from Lerner' - O'Neill (Mar 6, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Martin O'Neill has insisted he is under no pressure from owner Randy Lerner to finish in the top half of the Premiership this season, despite Villa still not being completely safe from relegation.
Politicians hail Rovers price-cut precedent (Mar 6, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Senior government figures believe Blackburn are setting the correct example to the rest of football by cutting the average cost of adult season tickets for next season by 25%.
Gill lauds Man Utd's success on and off pitch (Mar 6, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United chief executive David Gill has insisted the Red Devils' scintillating form this season is not the only reason why they are such an attractive commercial proposition.
Liverpool consider move for U's youngster (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool are expected to make a decision on Cambridge City defender Danny Blanchett this week.
Stevens to report on the Stevens Report (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Premier League chief executive Richard Scudamore expects a statement to be made this week with the latest developments in Lord Stevens' bungs inquiry.
'Henrik is going home - 100%,' insists Gill (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United chief executive David Gill has ruled out any last-ditch attempt to keep Henrik Larsson at Old Trafford.
Newcastle appoint banking boss as chief exec (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Newcastle United plc have named Steve Walton, a relationship director with Barclays Large Corporate Banking, as their new chief executive.
Shevchenko: I've adjusted to Chelsea style (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Andriy Shevchenko believes he has finally adjusted to English football at Chelsea and remains optimistic about the team's chances in Europe.
Curbishley gets dreaded vote of confidence (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
West Ham chairman Eggert Magnusson has backed manager Alan Curbishley '100%' after the Hammers' season hit a new low on Sunday.
Hulse: Nobody pointing the finger at Kenny (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sheffield United striker Rob Hulse has reassured goalkeeper Paddy Kenny 'nobody is pointing the finger' at him after his gaffe cost the Blades victory against Everton.
Neville issues fans plea after bottle incident (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Everton skipper Phil Neville has urged the club's fans to show more restraint after a plastic bottle was thrown onto the pitch at Bramall Lane.
Charlton unveil new ticket-pricing scheme (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Charlton Athletic are the latest Premiership club to announce a new ticket-pricing scheme, which could see some supporters receive free season tickets for the 2008-09 campaign.
Nolan deal a welcome boost for Wanderers (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Bolton captain Kevin Nolan has signed a new four-year contract.
Premiership: Title not over yet, insists Jose (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has vowed to fight Manchester United until the bitter end in the Premiership title race.
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Under-fire Curbishley will punish absent Anton (Mar 4, 2007 12:00 GMT)
West Ham manager Alan Curbishley confirmed he will be disciplining defender Anton Ferdinand after it was revealed he defied club orders and went to America to celebrate his 22nd birthday.
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Kuyt determined to put things right (Mar 4, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Dirk Kuyt has vowed that Liverpool will bounce back from the misery of home defeat by bitter enemies Manchester United to knock Barcelona out of the Champions League.
LMA chief planning talks with Wenger (Mar 4, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The League Managers' Association will attempt to contact Arsene Wenger this week before deciding whether to back the Arsenal boss in his feud with the Football Association.
Coleman backs move towards technology (Mar 4, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Fulham boss Chris Coleman believes the move towards using technology in football will eventually help prevent decisions going in favour of bigger clubs.
Nugent ready for 'dream' move to Everton (Mar 4, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Highly-rated Preston striker David Nugent has admitted that he would welcome a 'dream' move to Everton.
Moore rejects chance to leave Villa on loan (Mar 4, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Aston Villa striker Luke Moore has rejected the chance to go out on loan in order to fight to regain his first-team spot during the final quarter of the season.
Curbishley in for Hammers long haul (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Alan Curbishley insists he will never consider jumping ship as relegation-threatened West Ham stare deep into the abyss. The Hammers are nine points from safety heading into tomorrow's clash with Spur
Ferguson praises departing Larsson's contribution (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson is convinced the imminent departure of Henrik Larsson will not have a negative effect on Manchester United's trophy quest.
Broken metartasal rules Cahill out for season (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Everton midfielder Tim Cahill looks set to miss the rest of the season after breaking a metatarsal during his side's 1-1 draw at Sheffield United.
Goal-line technology gets the green light (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The Premier League will push ahead with experiments in goal-line technology after being given the green light by football's rulemakers.
Hammers consider action against officials (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
West Ham would consider taking legal action against former chairman Terence Brown and managing director Paul Aldridge if they are found guilty of Premier League charges of fielding ineligible players.
McCarthy determined to rediscover his form (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Benni McCarthy has vowed to the 'dirty work' necessary to regain his place in Blackburn's first team.
Wenger unsure when Henry will play again (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger admits he is unsure when injured captain Thierry Henry will be available again.
Ronaldo wants to win at Anfield for Giggs (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo wants to provide Ryan Giggs with the perfect 700th anniversary present at Anfield tomorrow.
Woodgate refuses to rule out return to Real Madrid (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England defender Jonathan Woodgate has refused to rule out a return to Real Madrid when his loan to Middlesbrough runs out at the end of the season.
Coleman remains wary of relegation scrap (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chris Coleman admits it would be 'unforgivable' if Fulham side slackened off and allowed themselves to be drawn into the fight for survival at the bottom of the Premiership.
West Ham to 'vigorously defend' League charges (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
West Ham have announced they will 'vigorously defend' Premier League charges relating to the signings of Argentina stars Carlos Tevez and Javier Mascherano.
'Hurt' Gerrard on a revenge mission over Man Utd (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Steven Gerrard admits Liverpool's poor recent record against Manchester United at Anfield 'hurts deeply'.
Chelsea admit to FA charge after Cup melee (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea will almost certainly escape a massive fine despite admitting a Football Association charge of failing to control their players.
Ferguson hails Giggs as he joins 700 club (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Ryan Giggs reaches 700 appearances for Manchester United tomorrow with Sir Alex Ferguson admitting he gets as much pleasure from watching the Welsh wizard now as he always has.
Solskjaer faces month out after knee op (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United striker Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be out of action for most of March after undergoing minor knee surgery.
Ranting Wenger rails against 'unfair system' (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has continued his feud with the Football Association by claiming the Gunners are treated more harshly than other clubs.
'It's now or never for Euro charge' - Roeder (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Newcastle manager Glenn Roeder has warned his players their quest for European qualification has reached the point of no return.
Fergie advises Jose to 'button his lip' (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has told Jose Mourinho to 'button his lip' as the Premiership title run-in reaches its crucial phase.
Portsmouth's Medes undergoes ankle surgery (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Portsmouth midfielder Pedro Mendes has undergone surgery on his damaged ankle ligaments.
Terry to miss Pompey game (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea captain John Terry is set to miss the trip to Portsmouth tomorrow due to the head injury he sustained in the Carling Cup final last Sunday.
Everton apply for Intertoto Cup contingency (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Everton have applied to play in the Intertoto Cup next season. The Blues are currently seventh in the Pmiership and have high hopes of qualifying directly for the UEFA Cup.
Kuyt still smarting from Old Trafford humiliation (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Dirk Kuyt had barely got his shirt dirty as a Liverpool player before he was on the wrong end of an embarrassing defeat at the hands of Manchester United.
'Spurs there for the taking' - Hammers' Davenport (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
West Ham defender Calum Davenport has urged his team-mates to capitalise on Tottenham's poor away form when the teams meet at Upton Park on Sunday.
Blackburn hand fans £1m saving on ticket prices (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Blackburn are to cut the cost of the average season ticket at Ewood Park by a quarter next season.
Pardew taking nothing for granted against Watford (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manager Alan Pardew will take nothing for granted when his rejuvenated Charlton head to the Premiership bottom club Watford tomorrow.
Anfield win will keep pressure on Chelsea - Saha (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Louis Saha has called on his Manchester United team-mates to put Chelsea through mental torture by beating Liverpool at Anfield tomorrow.
Bellamy blames red, red wine for Riise row (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Craig Bellamy has admitted he 'lost it' with team-mate John Arne Riise during Liverpool's Portugal break when it was alleged he brandished a golf club at the Anfield defender.
Drogba named 2006 African Footballer of Year (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Ivory Coast striker Didier Drogba has been named 2006 African Player of the Year, edging out Cameroon's Samuel Eto'o to deny the Barcelona marksman a record fourth successive award.
Hawkes: An American in Fulham (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
How far would you travel for your team? Will Hawkes meets one of Fulham's biggest fans.
Anton Ferdinand denies nightclub attack (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Anton Ferdinand has been ordered to stand trial following an alleged brawl. The West Ham defender was arrested outside Faces nightclub in Ilford, east London, on October 2 last year.
League to back Hawk-Eye goal-line technology (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Premier League chiefs will urge the sport's rule-makers this week to consider using video technology pioneered by Hawk-Eye to end uncertainty over goal-line decisions.
Warnock joins linesman row (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Neil Warnock has entered the Arsene Wenger row about linesmen by claiming they have 'not told the truth' when the Sheffield United manager has appeared before the Football Association in the past.
Newcastle's Emre faces new racism allegation (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The FA are to investigate further claims of racism against Newcastle midfielder Emre. Disciplinary chiefs are to follow up a statement from Watford midfielder Alhassan Bangura.
Lampard supports Adebayor punch up denial (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea's Frank Lampard denies being punched in Carling Cup brawl with Arsenal players.
Hammers striker Ashton 'not thinking' of return (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
West Ham United striker Dean Ashton has warned he is still a long way from playing football.
English Championship
Championship: Black Cats up to second (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Sunderland moved into second place in the Championship with a 1-0 win over play-off contenders Cardiff at Ninian Park.
Wembley gets go-ahead to stage Play-Off Finals (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
The Football League's play-off finals will return to Wembley at the end of the season.
New boss Blackwell joy at Hatters homecoming (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
New Luton manager Kevin Blackwell has vowed to bring the glory days back to the club he supported as a boy after landing his 'dream' job on Tuesday.
Hatters unveil Blackwell as new boss (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Luton have unveiled former Leeds boss Kevin Blackwell as their new manager.
Wise handed second misconduct charge (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Leeds manager Dennis Wise has been charged with misconduct by FA disciplinary chiefs for the second time this year.
Saints' controversial statue taken down (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Southampton chairman Leon Crouch has overseen the removal of the controversial statue of club legend Ted Bates from outside St Mary's, just one week after it was unveiled.
Luton defend transfer policy after Newell axe (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Luton finance director Derek Peter has defended the club after supporters reacted angrily to reports former boss Mike Newell received a percentage of profits made from player sales.
Johnson: Penalties in Football League a rubbish idea (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Dale Johnson laments the Football League's loony plan to replace draws with penalty shootouts.
Championship: Howard double sends Derby top (Mar 17, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Derby moved top of the Coca-Cola Championship with a 3-1 win over Cardiff at Pride Park.
Championship: Barnes inspires Rams to the top (Mar 17, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Derby moved top of the Championship with a 3-1 win over Cardiff at Pride Park.
League round-up: WBA hit by Davies blow (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
West Brom boss Tony Mowbray may have to dip into the transfer market after skipper Curtis Davies was ruled out for the rest of the season.
Struggling Luton sack manager Newell (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Luton midfielder Ahmet Brkovic has expressed his sadness at the sacking of Mike Newell as manager - and has called on the club to appoint a replacement quickly.
Hill blasts plan for shootouts (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jimmy Hill, who oversaw the introduction of three points for a win in 1981, has attacked the proposed scrapping of draws as an 'idea from the devil'.
League to assess shootout plans (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Football League clubs have agreed to consider a revolutionary proposal for penalty shoot-outs to decide all drawn matches as part of a wider review aimed at making the game more entertaining.
Luton boss takes swipe at 'disrespectful' Wise (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Luton boss Mike Newell has ignited his row with Dennis Wise over midfielder Kevin Nicholls, claiming that the former Wimbledon midfielder should 'remember where he came from'.
Championship: Birmingham's promotion bid falters (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The Coca-Cola Championship's four leading lights all failed to win on a night of shocks.
'It's too early' to put a price on Coventry - Suitor (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
US-based business consultant Gary Hopkins admits 'it is too early' to put a figure on the cost of the proposed takeover of Coca-Cola Championship club Coventry.
Safety certificate by end of month - Mawhinney (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Lord Mawhinney today stressed the importance of playing the Football League play-off finals at Wembley this season.
Championship: Sunderland climb to third (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sunderland moved to third in the Coca-Cola Championship table after claiming the points in an unexpectedly tight match at Barnsley.
T&T's Yorke confirms international retirement (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sunderland midfielder Dwight Yorke has announced his retirement from international football. The former Trinidad and Tobago captain, 35, wants to concentrate on their promotion campaign.
Championship pair in foreign takeover talks (Mar 7, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sheffield Wednesday have confirmed talks are ongoing with a Chinese consortium about a summer takeover, while Coventry announce that an American consortium are in advanced talks to buy the club.
Johnson: TV deal spells doom for minnows (Mar 7, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The new Premiership TV deal will have a disastrous effect on the Championship, says Dale Johnson.
Championship: Rams back on top of the league (Mar 6, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Derby returned to the top of the Coca-Cola Championship with a come-from-behind 2-1 win at Norwich.
Wise 'gobsmacked' at Nicholls' behaviour (Mar 4, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Leeds manager Dennis Wise revealed after his side's 3-2 home defeat by Sheffield Wednesday that skipper Kevin Nicholls wants to jump ship at Elland Road and return to Luton.
Coventry seek US backing for Premiership push (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Coventry could soon find themselves the latest in a growing number of clubs with American backing after confirming talks with the Manhattan Sports Capital Partners about a possible takeover.
Leeds continue to fight 'the enemy within' (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Richard Jolly was at Elland Road as Sheffield Wednesday sent Leeds closer to League One.
Championship: Sunderland continue to climb (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sunderland maintained their Championship promotion charge with a 2-1 win over fellow challengers West Brom.
English League One
Drogba fails to make grade at Leyton Orient (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Didier Drogba's younger brother Joel is 'unlikely' to be offered a contract at League One Leyton Orient.
League One: Scunthorpe lead cut to four points (Mar 17, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Scunthorpe's lead at the top of League One was cut to four points after they were held to a 1-1 draw at Brighton.
Chesterfield in 'advanced talks' over takeover (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chesterfield's plans for a new stadium have been boosted by the news that the Coca-Cola League One club are in 'advanced talks' with potential investors.
League 1: Sharp extends Scunthorpe's lead (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Scunthorpe's Billy Sharp grabbed his 25th goal of the season as the Coca-Cola League One side came from behind to draw 1-1 with Nottingham Forest.
QPR admit to FA charges over China brawl (Mar 6, 2007 12:00 GMT)
English second division club Queens Park Rangers have admitted an FA charge relating to a brawl during a friendly against China's Olympic side at their training ground last month, the club said on its
League One: Scunthorpe close in on promotion (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Scunthorpe moved 10 points clear at the top of League One after a 2-0 win at troubled Brentford.
Struggling Rotherham axe manager Knill (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Rotherham have parted company with manager Alan Knill.
English League Two
Accrington face damaging points deduction (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Accrington Stanley chief executive Rob Heys insists the club are 'optimistic of a satisfactory outcome' after being charged with fielding unregistered players.
League Two: Hartlepool see off Hereford (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Hartlepool moved five points clear at the top of Coca-Cola League Two after a hard-fought 3-2 win over Hereford.
English FA Cup
Lampard 'lamper' gets three-year football ban (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
A Tottenham fan who ran onto the pitch after the FA Cup quarter-final defeat by Chelsea and tried to punch Frank Lampard was today banned from football matches for three years.
FA Cup returns to Wembley (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
The Football Association have confirmed Wembley will host this year's FA Cup final. Brent Council have given the stadium a general safety certificate meaning Wembley can now host 90,000 spectators.
Arsenal, Chelsea fined £100k for Cup brawl (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Chelsea and Arsenal have both been hit with a £100,000 fine for the melee which marred the end of the Carling Cup final at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium.
Old Trafford, Villa Park to host Cup semis (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Old Trafford and Villa Park have been confirmed as the venues for this season's FA Cup semi-finals.
Spurs to ban fan for life (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Spurs have stated they will co-operate fully with the FA and will ban for life the fan who aimed a punch at Lampard.
Fuming Fergie turns on Boro and media over Ron (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Furious Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson turned his fire on Middlesbrough and the media after Cristiano Ronaldo found himself at the centre of another penalty storm.
Jolly: On the bête noire of Teesside (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
At Old Trafford Richard Jolly saw why Ronaldo is public enemy No.1 for Boro fans.
Lampard lamped as pitch invasion sours win (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea's FA Cup quarter-final victory against Tottenham was overshadowed by ugly scenes after the final whistle at White Hart Lane.
'Why all the controversy? I'm too good' - Ronaldo (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo suggested he was simply 'too good' for some people after rejecting suggestions that he had gone to ground too easily to win the penalty that put his side through
Southgate to concentrate on his own side (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate has warned his players they cannot afford to worry about what Manchester United might do to them.
Mourinho backing squad rotation system (Mar 18, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jose Mourinho will rotate his squad out of choice for the first time this season when they look to reach the semi-finals of the FA Cup with victory over Tottenham at White Hart Lane tomorrow night.
Southgate dares to dream of cup triumph (Mar 18, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Middlesbrough manager Gareth Southgate has told his players to forget their Manchester City nightmare and write a new chapter by beating Manchester United in their FA Cup replay.
Wembley opens at last - to rave reviews (Mar 17, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The new Wembley Stadium finally opened to the public today - late and over budget but in full working order.
Wembley sells out in six hours for first match (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The Football Association have confirmed that the first match at the new Wembley stadium has sold out within six hours of going on sale.
Savage aiming to gatecrash Cup final (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Robbie Savage has backed his Blackburn team-mates or fellow FA Cup semi-finalists Watford to gatecrash a potential Manchester United-Chelsea final.
Police arrest 34 after London violence (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
More than 30 football fans werearrested after a fight involving knives, hockey sticks and baseball bats broke out between fans of English Premier League clubs Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur, police sai
Man United v Chelsea FA Cup final on cards (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Premiership heavyweights Manchester United and Chelsea could be set for a dramatic FA Cup final meeting at the new Wembley Stadium after being kept apart in the semi-final draw.
Keeper Cerny 'hurt' by Stamford Bridge slip (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Tottenham goalkeeper Radek Cerny admitted the thrilling 3-3 draw with Chelsea 'hurt' after letting slip a two-goal lead with 20 minutes to go in Sunday's FA Cup quarter-final at Stamford Bridge.
FA take no action over Mourinho remark (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jose Mourinho will not face any disciplinary action from the Football Association over allegedly using the Portuguese word 'puta' towards referee Mike Riley.
Boothroyd: Everyone will want us in the draw (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Adrian Boothroyd accepts the teams remaining in the FA Cup will be hoping to draw his Watford side in the semi-finals after they battled past Plymouth.
Rovers boss Hughes backs under-fire Pearce (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Mark Hughes has backed under-pressure manager Stuart Pearce to deal with the pressure of being linked with the sack following Blackburn Rovers' FA Cup victory over Manchester City.
Mourinho denies insulting FA Cup referee (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has denied he intended to offend referee Mike Riley during his side's thrilling FA Cup quarter-final with Tottenham.
Jol blames fatigue for Spurs' FA Cup collapse (Mar 11, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Tottenham coach Martin Jol blamed his team's second half collapse on their European exertions as Chelsea fought back to earn a 3-3 draw in an FA Cup quarter-final thriller at Stamford Bridge.
Mourinho denies swearing at referee Riley (Mar 11, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jose Mourinho is unconcerned whether captain John Terry takes another three months to sort out a new contract at Chelsea as long as he stays at the club for a long time.
'I've a couple of years left in me', insists Sir Alex (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has no intention of quitting the Old Trafford hotseat for at least a couple of years.
Ferguson still eyeing treble after cup draw (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson vowed to keep his side's treble quest alive after seeing them survive an FA Cup scare at Middlesbrough.
Ronaldo faces up to Boro 'cheat' jibes (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
When Manchester United face Middeslbrough in Saturday afternoon's FA Cup quarter-final it will be the first time Cristiano Ronaldo returns to the Riverside since he was branded a cheat by Gareth South
Pearce desperate for scoring touch to return (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester City manager Stuart Pearce is hoping his side can find their scoring touch against Blackburn on Sunday and progress in the FA Cup.
Mourinho hoping to have Terry back (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea coach Jose Mourinho will wait for medical clearance before deciding whether to recall captain John Terry for their FA Cup quarter-final tie against Tottenham on Sunday.
Southgate eyes scalp of Man United (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate will look to match the achievement of predecessor Steve McClaren as he heads into FA Cup battle with Manchester United on Saturday evening.
Wenger: Linesman a liar (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger turned his considerable ire back on the Carling Cup final officials after watching his side slide out of the FA Cup at Blackburn on Wednesday night.
English Worthington Cup
Eboue handed three-match ban (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsenal right-back Emmanuel Eboue has been found guilty of violent conduct at a Football Association hearing and has been suspended for three matches.
FA demand Wenger explanation (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger has been asked to explain his latest outburst against match officials and the disciplinary procedure by the Football Association.
Chelsea play down Terry's 'routine' head scan (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea insist there is 'no cause for concern' over John Terry's scan on Wednesday following the head injury he suffered in the Carling Cup final.
England
On The Move - March 2007 (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Check out the moves as the loan deadline approaches and passes.
On The Move - February 2007 (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
The transfer window is now shut. But you can cast an eye over all of the January moves right here.
McClaren hopeful on injuries (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England manager Steve McClaren delivered a clean bill of health today - and raised hopes that defender Jonathan Woodgate could be back to play a part in next week's Euro 2008 qualifier against Andorra
Benayoun: McClaren will prove himself (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Yossi Benayoun has urged England fans to give Steve McClaren time.
England lack a leader - Berkovic (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England have lacked leadership since the axing of David Beckham, according to former Israel star Eyal Berkovic.
O'Neill urging Barry to forget England axe (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill has urged Gareth Barry to overcome the disappointment of being initially axed from England's plans for Saturday's crucial Euro qualifier with Israel in Tel Aviv.
Youngsters relishing Wembley's big day (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Nigel Pearson insists his England Under-21 players will fully appreciate the significance of being the first team to play at the new Wembley Stadium.
Eriksson denies Zahavi claims of 'jealousy' (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sven-Goran Eriksson has denied 'in the strongest possible terms' telling friends that England's World Cup plans were wrecked because players were jealous of David Beckham.
English team returns to Wembley for practice (Mar 21, 2007 16:00 GMT)
England soccer players kicked balls across the Wembley turf Wednesday for the first time in more than six years.
Carragher hails 'world-class' defensive duo (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jamie Carragher has insisted he has no complaints about being denied the chance to play centre-back for England after hailing John Terry and Rio Ferdinand as two of the best players in the world.
Injuries could cost England (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
A patched-up England team lacking width may struggle in Israel, says Jon Carter.
McClaren: Players must prove a point in Israel (Mar 18, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England manager Steve McClaren has called on his experienced players to stand up to be counted as they head into next weekend's crucial Euro 2008 qualifier against Israel in Tel Aviv.
Venables tips Carragher for midfield role (Mar 18, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Assistant manager Terry Venables believes Jamie Carragher can be turned into England's Claude Makelele.
McClaren extols 'unsung hero' Carragher (Mar 17, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Steve McClaren believes every team could do with an unsung hero like Jamie Carragher.
Bentley blames reports for England omission (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Blackburn midfielder David Bentley says that it is the fact that he has been branded 'arrogant' that has cost him a place in the England squad.
Celtic's Naylor waiting for England call (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Celtic left-back Lee Naylor hopes his eye-catching Champions League displays will earn him an England call-up for the Euro 2008 qualifiers against Israel and Andorra.
O'Neill backing England to qualify for 2008 (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill has backed England to qualify for the 2008 European Championships and believes the Wayne Rooney factor is crucial to their hopes of glory in Austria and Switzerland.
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English National Team
Rafa worried about tactics of Euro minnows (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Rafael Benitez hailed Steven Gerrard's contribution to England's cause but insists top players are being put 'at risk' by the congested international calendar.
Barwick on defensive after new FA deal (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Football Association chief executive Brian Barwick today denied the BBC and Sky had been stitched up in the race to secure the television rights for England internationals and FA Cup matches.
Fergie: McClaren is a victim of mocking culture (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has condemned the `mocking culture' he believes was behind the abuse levelled at England coach Steve McClaren over the past week.
ITV and Setanta land FA deal (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Football Association chief executive Brian Barwick has confirmed the television rights for England and FA Cup matches have been awarded to ITV and Setanta Sports starting in the 2008-09 season.
Becks 'proud' of England's grit against Andorra (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
David Beckham has backed England to qualify for Euro 2008 and claimed the passion shown by the players during a difficult qualifying campaign has made him 'proud'.
Beckham wins Sport Industry award (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former England captain David Beckham won the Outstanding Contribution to British Sport accolade at the 2007 Sport Industry Awards on Thursday.
Abuse part of England job, says Curbishley (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Alan Curbishley believes it is 'part and parcel' of being England manager to receive intense criticism - and Steve McClaren's only option is to get on with the job in hand.
Barwick backs under-fire England boss McClaren (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Under-pressure England coach Steve McClaren has received the unqualified backing of his boss in the wake of unprecedented levels of abuse in Barcelona on Wednesday night.
Hughes accuses media of having an agenda (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Blackburn boss Mark Hughes believes the media have made their it duty to hound every England manager out of office.
Rae's Say: McClaren so far a failure on all counts (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Even Scotsman Derek Rae gets on McClaren's case and doubts he'll get the better of Guus Hiddink.
Hargreaves: McClaren was an inspiration (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Owen Hargreaves has leapt to the defence of under-pressure England boss Steve McClaren and insisted his half-time team talk inspired victory over minnows Andorra.
McClaren defiant as supporters turn nasty (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Under-fire England coach Steve McClaren emerged from 90 minutes of personal hell to hail the 'guts and character' of his players in Barcelona last night.
McClaren urges boo-boys to stick by England (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
England boss Steve McClaren insisted he could understand the fans' frustrations but urged them to support the team.
Lampard out of England clash with injured wrist (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Frank Lampard has been ruled out of England's Euro 2008 qualifier against Andorra on Wednesday night.
Terry: I would play for England for nothing (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
John Terry has insisted 'I would play for England for nothing' after slamming criticism that the players have no pride in representing their country.
Hargreaves axed as England stick with Lampard (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Steve McClaren looks set to drop 'indispensable' Owen Hargreaves for tonight's Euro 2008 qualifier with Andorra as he desperately tries to prove his assertion that Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard are
Watching England like a 'nagging toothache' (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former England captain Terry Butcher claims watching the national team is 'like a nagging toothache' and does not believe Steve McClaren will be in charge this time next year.
Gerrard desperate for club form with England (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Steven Gerrard wants to repeat with England the success he has experienced with Liverpool but admits he is not enjoying the current plight of the national side.
Richards struggling with calf injury - Pearce (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
England star Micah Richards is set to have surgery on his long-standing calf problem this summer.
Andorra boss Rodrigo feels England can be got at (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Andorra go into the Euro 2008 Group E qualifier believing they can heap more misery on Steve McClaren's England side.
Carter: England's problem is their very nationality (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Jon Carter thinks he sees what the real problem is with the England team. They're English.
Terry: Players are right behind McClaren (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Steven Gerrard and John Terry have joined forces to insist England's under-performing players are 100% behind beleaguered coach Steve McClaren.
Your Verdict: England's agony and Euro 2008 (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Your Verdict on England's inept performances and the Euro 2008 qualifying campaign.
Lampard fit to train with England (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
England midfielder Frank Lampard was fit enough to join in with his team-mates for their final training session ahead of on Wednesday's European Championship qualifier with Andorra in Barcelona.
FA denies reports over McClaren summons (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
The Football Association's International Committee have rejected reports in Tuesday morning's UK press that they have summoned beleaguered England boss Steve McClaren to a meeting to explain dismal re
McClaren not brave enough, blasts Mills (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Former England defender Danny Mills does not believe Steve McClaren has the leadership skills to lead his side out of their current rut.
Players just puzzled as England fans - Owen (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
England striker Michael Owen has claimed England's failure to perform is just as mystifying to the players as it is to supporters.
McClaren: No Euro failure talk (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Steve McClaren has claimed it is 'ridiculous' to write off England's hopes of reaching the Euro 2008 finals less than halfway through their qualifying campaign.
McClaren denies any rift with Rooney (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
England coach Steve McClaren has insisted he has an excellent working relationship with Wayne Rooney, after rubbishing claims he singled out the striker for criticism after the disappointing draw in I
Hargreaves: We need confidence boost (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Owen Hargreaves has called on England to repair their flagging confidence with an emphatic victory in Wednesday's European Championship qualifier with minnows Andorra.
Preview: Donadoni and McClaren feel heat (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
World Cup winners Italy and beleaguered England return to the Euro 2008 campaign trail on Wednesday with both their coaches feeling the heat of qualifying.
Newcastle not rushing Owen's recovery (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Michael Owen will not be rushed back from injury to resurrect England's faltering Euro 2008 qualification campaign.
Lampard frank after England blank (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Frank Lampard admitted England may have to win all their remaining qualifying games to book their place in the Euro 2008 finals in Austria and Switzerland.
Players must take the blame - Taylor (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Steve McClaren and his players must share the blame for England's listless performance in the goalless draw with Israel on Saturday, according to former England manager Graham Taylor.
McClaren maintains belief (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
England coach Steve McClaren insists he still believes in his England players.
McClaren plays down Rooney rift reports (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
England manager Steve McClaren has described reports of a bust-up with striker Wayne Rooney as 'an absolute load of rubbish'.
Jolly: Deliver us from Steve McClaren (Mar 25, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Richard Jolly takes aim at hapless Steve McClaren after the snoozefest with Israel.
Bilic joy as Croatia steal a march on England (Mar 25, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Croatia coach Slaven Bilic was delighted after a 2-1 Euro 2008 qualifying win over Macedonia on Saturday pulled them five points ahead of England and kept them two ahead of Russia at the top of Group
Defoe: I can be man to score England's goals (Mar 25, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Striker Jermain Defoe admits he is `frustrated' with his lack of starts for England.
McClaren rues toothless England performance (Mar 24, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England coach Steve McClaren criticised his side for lacking ruthlessness in the goalless Euro 2008 qualifier in Israel.
Johnson picked to partner Rooney in Israel (Mar 24, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Andrew Johnson has been handed his first competitive start by England coach Steve McClaren for the crucial European Championship qualifier with Israel in Tel Aviv.
Carter: The Wembley waiting game is finally over (Mar 24, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jon Carter was able to take in the new Wembley as England U21's took on their Italian counterparts.
Bentley honoured to be first English scorer (Mar 24, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Bentley claimed it was a 'great feeling' to become the first England player to score at the new Wembley after the under-21s drew 3-3 with their Italian counterparts.
Pazzini stars at new Wembley (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Italy youngster Gianpaolo Pazzini stole the limelight in the first match at the new Wembley Stadium by scoring a hat-trick and forcing a high-scoring draw against England Under-21s.
Pennant: McClaren wrong to ignore me for England (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant finds an ongoing lack of recognition by England boss Steve McClaren 'frustrating'.
Captain Terry bangs the drum ahead of Israel (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Captain John Terry has claimed there is 'a lot more to come' from England's players after admitting they have underachieved under Steve McClaren.
Neville demands winning double header (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Gary Neville has insisted it will be ``totally unacceptable'' if England fail to qualify for the Euro 2008 finals.
McClaren demands proud performance (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England coach Steve McClaren has called on his players to make the fans proud of them again.
Terry welcomes Hargreaves return (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Skipper John Terry admitted England have missed the qualities of Owen Hargreaves as the Bayern Munich midfielder prepares to make his comeback in tomorrow's vital Euro 2008 qualifier in Israel.
Injured Woodgate ruled out of Israel clash (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England defender Jonathan Woodgate has been ruled out of Saturday's Euro 2008 qualifier against Israel because of a knee injury.
Hargreaves confident ahead of England return (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Owen Hargreaves remains supremely confident England will qualify for Euro 2008.
Carragher: The time is now (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jamie Carragher is urging England's players to reproduce the form they have shown in the Champions League this season for their country in Saturday's crucial Euro 2008 qualifier with Israel in Tel Avi
Israel starlets tipped to torment England (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Bolton's Israel midfielder Idan Tal is backing his country's teenage strikers to shoot down England's European Championship dream. With first-choice forward Roberto Colautti suspended, Chelsea's Ben S
Hargreaves ready to energise England (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England had two injury concerns as they trained at the new Wembley Stadium for the first time this afternoon.
England train at new Wembley (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England had two injury concerns as they trained at the new Wembley Stadium for the first time this afternoon.
Strike disruption over for England fans (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England fans will be able to travel to Israel for the crucial Euro 2008 Championship qualifier this weekend after a public service strike lasted just eight hours today.
Defeat in Israel and it's over for England - Tal (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England can kiss next year's European Championships goodbye if they lose in Tel Aviv on Saturday, according to Bolton's Israel midfielder Idan Tal.
Charlton's Young called into England squad (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England called up Charlton Athletic right back Luke Young on Wednesday following a rash of injuries before their Euro 2008 qualifiers.
Neville unfazed by caps tally (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Phil Neville has played down the significance of he and brother Gary being poised to equal the combined England caps tally of the Charlton brothers in Saturday's Euro 2008 qualifier with Israel.
McClaren - I'm better than when I started (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Steve McClaren insists he is a better England coach now than when he first took the job.
Upbeat McClaren waits on Richards, Woodgate (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England coach Steve McClaren is confident Micah Richards and Jonathan Woodgate will be fit to travel to Israel on Thursday.
England too good not to qualify - Beckham (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Beckham has no fears about England coming unstuck in Israel this week and suffering disaster in the European Championship qualifier.
Preston's Nugent called into England squad (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Nugent has been called into the England squad for this week's Euro 2008 double-header with Israel and Andorra after Darren Bent withdrew with a knee injury.
England players to get first taste of Wembley (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Steve McClaren's England will get their first glimpse of the new-look Wembley on Wednesday determined to ensure their Euro 2008 qualifying campaign still has meaning when they eventually get to play t
Barry wins quickfire reprieve (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England coach Steve McClaren has called Aston Villa's Gareth Barry into his squad for the Euro 2008 double header with Israel and Andorra.
Bent not fit enough, claims Pardew (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Charlton manager Alan Pardew has urged England coach Steve McClaren not to play prolific striker Darren Bent in the vital Euro 2008 qualifier in Israel next Saturday.
Johnson aims to take scoring form to Israel (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Andrew Johnson admits he will be joining up with England 'really buzzing' and aiming to make his mark in Steve McClaren's squad.
Barry should have been picked - O'Neill (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Martin O'Neill has revealed his disappointment at Aston Villa skipper Gareth Barry's exclusion from the England squad for the European Championship qualifiers with Israel and Andorra.
McClaren plays it safe (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Joey Barton and Gareth Barry are the major casualties of Steve McClaren's urgent need for results after the England coach named a streamlined 23-man party for the crucial Euro 2008 double-header.
US move won't end Beckham's England hopes (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Beckham has refused to slam the door on his international career, claiming he would walk back from the United States to play for England.
Coppell: Shorey could fill England left-back hole (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Reading manager Steve Coppell believes Nicky Shorey deserves a chance to prove he is England class.
McClaren looks for Lennon to shine (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England coach Steve McClaren is confident Aaron Lennon has the experience to handle the pressure of next week's crucial Euro 2008 clash with Israel.
McClaren to turn to Nugent amid inury crisis? (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Preston's David Nugent is set to be catapulted straight from the Championship onto the international arena if this weekend's packed domestic programme brings bad news for England boss Steve McClaren.
FA to improve website after Wembley crash (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The Football Association will make improvements to their computer system after unprecedented numbers of people logged on to buy tickets for the first game at the new Wembley stadium.
England resigned to losing players for FA Cup (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The Football Association have had to accept defeat in their efforts to explore alternative dates for the FA Cup quarter-final replays in order not to affect Steve McClaren's England preparations.
Nose surgery rules Crouch out of England games (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool today confirmed Peter Crouch will have nose surgery which will put him out of England's next two matches.
Crouch facing nose surgery dilemma (Mar 7, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Peter Crouch is debating whether to postpone an operation on his broken nose which would almost certainly rule him out of England's Euro 2008 double-header with Israel and Andorra.
FA set to be handed Wembley stadium keys (Mar 7, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The handover of keys to the new Wembley stadium was tonight said to be 'imminent' as final tests were nearing completion.
Beckham facing four weeks out with knee injury (Mar 6, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Beckham's dream of representing England again has suffered a major setback after it was revealed he is likely to be sidelined for around four weeks with a knee injury.
Injury blow to Beckham's England hopes (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Beckham's chances of winning an England recall suffered a major blow when he picked up a knee injury in Real Madrid's 1-1 draw with Getafe.
'I'm not finished with England' - Beckham (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Beckham is determined to prove his England career is not over.
Grip urges McClaren to recall Becks (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sven-Goran Eriksson's assistant Tord Grip insists David Beckham should still be playing for England.
Rooney: England have learned from World Cup (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Wayne Rooney believes England have learned vital lessons from their World Cup disappointment which will stand them in good stead heading into Euro 2008.
England have 'very good' chance of 2018 finals (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
FIFA president Sepp Blatter has insisted England would stand a 'very good' chance of hosting the 2018 World Cup - if the tournament comes back to Europe in that year.
English Premier League
On-loan Haestad leaves Latics after three months (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Wigan have released Norway international Kristofer Haestad from his loan contract by mutual consent.
Fergie fumes at FA failure to charge Boateng (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has condemned the Football Association's failure to charge Middlesbrough's George Boateng for his verbal attack on Cristiano Ronaldo.
Captain King keen to make return against Chelsea (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Ledley King feels fit enough to be considered for next week's clash at Chelsea but boss Martin Jol is refusing to rush his skipper back.
The Insider: West Ham keep dream alive (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
The Insider was at Upton Park to see the masters of disaster keep the dream alive.
Vidic sidelined by injury (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Manchester United defender Nemanja Vidic has been ruled out of action for between four and five weeks with a dislocated shoulder.
Ferguson: English clubs now best in Europe (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson believes the Premiership is now the best league in the world.
Moyes to unleash young Vaughan on Villa (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
David Moyes is expected to continue with teenager James Vaughan in his front line on Monday at Aston Villa.
Tottenham's Lennon looking for Euro ticket (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Aaron Lennon believes Tottenham need to qualify for Europe next season to continue their progress since he arrived at White Hart Lane.
Robben out for four weeks after knee surgery (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Chelsea winger Arjen Robben will be out of action for at least four weeks after undergoing knee surgery. Robben returned from international duty with a swollen knee.
Wenger denies FA improper conduct charge (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has denied a charge of improper conduct and/or bringing the game into disrepute.
Mijatovic confirms Real want Kaka, Ronaldo (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Real Madrid sporting director Predrag Mijatovic is under no illusions just how tough it is likely to be to prise Cristiano Ronaldo and Kaka away from their respective clubs.
Toon post £6.9m half-yearly loss (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Newcastle have reported an operating loss of £6.9million for the six months to December 31.
Neville out for 3 more weeks (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Manchester United captain Gary Neville is expected to remain on the sidelines for another three weeks with ankle ligament damage.
Sam: Anelka will stay if Euro target reached (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Bolton boss Sam Allardyce has warned his ailing side the future of French striker Nicolas Anelka could depend on their ability to end a run of three consecutive Premiership defeats and secure a UEFA C
Southgate believes Woodgate, Viduka will stay (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate is hopeful of keeping Jonathan Woodgate and Mark Viduka.
Agent dispute forces Riise into bankruptcy (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Liverpool's John Arne Riise has been declared bankrupt by the courts for an unpaid debt of around £100,000. Riise, understood to earn around £50k a week, was declared bankrupt at court.
Wenger rules out Van Persie for the season (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Arsenal striker Robin van Persie 'is likely' to miss the rest of the season, according to manager Arsene Wenger.
Hornets turn promotion into £1.33m profit (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Watford reversed a loss to record a profit of £1.33million over the final six months of 2006.
'Manchester United are soccer's most valuable club' (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Manchester United remain the most valuable football team in the world, according to Forbes business magazine.
Wenger relief at return of striker Adebayor (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger admits the return of Emmanuel Adebayor from his four-game suspension is a 'relief' as Arsenal head into tomorrow's crunch Premiership showdown with Liverpool at Anfield.
Hughes confused by Tugay's phantom call-up (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Blackburn manager Mark Hughes has been left bemused by the way Turkey have handled the recent return of Tugay - even if it has proved beneficial for Rovers.
Giggs convinced title race has long way to go (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Ryan Giggs feels the Premiership title race will go right down to the wire.
Lampard ready to face Watford in a cast (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Chelsea have confirmed that England midfielder Frank Lampard will play against Watford in a lightweight plaster cast.
City fear Richards could miss rest of season (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Manchester City were still waiting for news of the extent of Micah Richards' injury setback amid fears the England full-back could be ruled out for the rest of the season.
Benitez: Much improvement still needed (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
New American owners George Gillett and Tom Hicks may have completed their takeover of Liverpool this week but manager Rafael Benitez has stressed the club need to do much more if they are to become ge
Arsenal the latest to freeze ticket prices (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Arsenal have become the next Premiership club to announce they will not be increasing ticket prices - the third successive campaign that the club have frozen their admission charges.
Jewell denies FA charge of improper conduct (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Wigan manager Paul Jewell today denied a Football Association charge of improper conduct and/or bringing the game into disrepute.
Charlton lose Reid for rest of season (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Charlton midfielder Andy Reid has been ruled out for the rest of the season with a hamstring injury.
Blades record profits of £2.6million (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Sheffield United have announced a profit of £2.6million for the last six months of 2006.
Reyes hoping to join Real permanently (Mar 29, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Arsenal's Jose Antonio Reyes is hoping he will have done enough by the end of the Spanish season to earn himself a permanent switch to Real Madrid.
European qualification vital, says Spurs chairman (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy has highlighted the importance of qualifying for European competition on a regular basis to maintain the club's healthy financial figures.
Injury prone Laursen set for Aston Villa return (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Aston Villa central defender Martin Laursen is set to return to action in Monday's home Premiership clash with Everton.
Council urge Liverpool to share stadium (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Liverpool's new owners, American tycoons George Gillett and Tom Hicks, have been asked by city council leaders to look again at the possibility of sharing their new stadium with Everton.
Rangers midfielder Rae wants English switch (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Rangers midfielder Gavin Rae is planning a move to England when his contract expires at the end of the season.
United treble an 'impossibility', says Ferguson (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson believes a repeat of Manchester United's historic treble in 1999 is unlikely.
Real 'first in line' for Ronaldo, insists Calderon (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon admits the Spanish giants would be interested in signing Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo if he became available - but not at any price.
Kitson signs three-year Reading deal (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Reading striker Dave Kitson has signed a new three-year contract, keeping him at the Madejski Stadium until the summer of 2010.
Chelsea ban three fans for throwing celery (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Chelsea have banned three of their fans after they were caught throwing celery during the team's FA Cup win at Tottenham Hotspur, the Premier League champions said on Tuesday.
Hubbard: A case of déjà vu for Spurs? (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Norman Hubbard says Spurs need to keep Berbatov if they are to avoid a case of déjà vu.
Roeder: Failure is ingrained at Newcastle (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Glenn Roeder has claimed Newcastle are so used to underachieving that it has become 'stitched into the badge'.
American tycoons complete Liverpool takeover (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
American tycoons George Gillett and Tom Hicks have had their takeover of Liverpool rubber-stamped by the Stock Exchange. The pair have reached an agreement to buy 98.6% of shares.
Hubbard: Arsenal addicted to form over function (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Norman Hubbard
American company denies Arsenal buyout (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Kroenke Sports Enterprise have 'no interest or intention' of buying into Arsenal, according to a spokesman for the American company, but ITV are likely to be open to offers for their 9.9% stake.
Coppell signs new two-year deal at Reading (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Reading manager Steve Coppell has signed a new two-year contract at the Madejski Stadium.
Ronaldo to stay at United 'for many years' (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo has reiterated his desire to stay at Manchester United 'for many years', after Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon made it clear for the first time he wants to sign the winger.
Wantaway City flop Corradi blasts Pearce (Mar 25, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester City striker Bernardo Corradi has criticised manager Stuart Pearce and described his first season at Eastlands as 'a nightmare'.
Scholes unworried by Stamford Bridge crunch (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Paul Scholes believes Manchester United are capable of winning their rearranged Premiership clash with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on May 9, whether they have wrapped the title up by then or not.
Coleman slams fixture list as 'nonsense' (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chris Coleman has branded the Premiership fixture list 'nonsense' with Fulham playing just two matches in nearly four weeks.
Liverpool's Sissoko still suffering with eye trouble (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool midfielder Momo Sissoko has revealed he is still worried by an eye injury, where he suffered damage to his retina, more than a year after the original injury occured.
Bayern chief holds firm over Hargreaves sale (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Owen Hargreaves's desire to move to Manchester United could end in disappointment after Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinze Rummenigge maintained the German club would not be forced into selling player
Sporting starlet Nani being tracked by Spurs (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sporting Lisbon have warned Premiership clubs that it will cost £13.5million to sign winger Nani.
Owen optimistic over returning this season (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Michael Owen remains on course to play again before the end of the season.
'Cheap' seats available at new stadium - Hicks (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool's new co-owner Tom Hicks has promised he will not price supporters out of the club's planned new stadium, and believes the increased capacity will enable the Reds to offer a 'broader menu' o
New owner Hicks wants Liverpool to dominate (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool co-owner Tom Hicks has vowed to help Rafael Benitez make the Reds a 'dominant team' again - but will not be spending money on the scale of Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich.
Spurs defends new rise in season ticket prices (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Tottenham executive director Paul Barber has defended the club's decision to increase season-ticket prices.
Lippi: No dream team with Vialli at Chelsea (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Marcello Lippi has rejected suggestions that he will take charge of Chelsea this summer. Reports had suggested that he and former Blues boss Gianluca Vialli could join forces at Stamford Bridge.
FA fine Redknapp (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Portsmouth manager Harry Redknapp has been fined £750 and warned as to his future conduct at Football Association Disciplinary Commission hearing on Thursday.
Jewell handed FA fine, ban (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Wigan manager Paul Jewell has been fined £2,000 and given a two-match touchline ban - suspended for 12 months - and warned as to his future conduct after admitting a charge of improper conduct towards
Benitez 'completely committed' to Liverpool (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has dismissed speculation linking him with a move to Real Madrid, insisting he is 'completely committed' to the Anfield club.
Beck: If only it was former Hornet Paul Robinson (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Tom Beck can't see Watford beating the 24 point total they picked up in 1999-2000.
Benitez 'absolutely' in Americans' Anfield plans (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Tom Hicks, one of the American businessmen set to complete a takeover of Liverpool next week, insists manager Rafael Benitez has the full support of the new regime.
Out of favour Samuel set for Villa Park exit (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Aston Villa defender Jlloyd Samuel admits he will have to leave the club if he is to get his career back on track. Samuel has not started a game for Martin O'Neill's side since August.
Boro demand apology from Blades' Warnock (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Middlesbrough have demanded an apology from Sheffield United boss Neil Warnock for his attack on Gareth Southgate. Warnock branded his Boro counterpart 'a disgrace'.
Burns: Boldly heading for Europe (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Moyes' bold selection has Everton in European contention, says Tony Burns.
Berbatov staying at Spurs (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Dimitar Berbatov's agent insists the striker will stay at Tottenham next season despite attracting the attention of numerous clubs.
No FA action over Chelsea players (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The Football Association today confirmed there will be 'no formal disciplinary action' against any players involved in restraining a pitch invader during Chelsea's FA Cup quarter-final replay win at T
Arsenal's Lehmann calm over contract talks (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsenal goalkeeper Jens Lehmann insists there is 'no fixed date' for his future to be sorted out.
West Ham confirm Ashton out for season (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
West Ham have confirmed striker Dean Ashton will not return to action until next season after undergoing further minor surgery on his injured ankle.
Council offer Everton hope over new stadium (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Everton's search for a suitable site for a new stadium could still swing back within the Liverpool city boundaries, according to city council leader Warren Bradley.
No Real Madrid approach for Benitez - Agent (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Brighton chairman Dick Knight believes Rafael Benitez's proposal for reserve teams to play in the Football League is 'insulting'.
Pearce sides with Southgate after Warnock tirade (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Neil Warnock was 'unfair and very, very wrong' in his furious criticism of Gareth Southgate's selection policy, according to Manchester City manager Stuart Pearce.
Birmingham net striker Cole on loan (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Andy Cole has joined Birmingham on loan from Portsmouth for the remainder of the season. The 35-year-old has made only nine first-team starts for Pompey since a £500,000 move from Man City in August.
Spurs' Mido misses out on Nations Cup qualifier (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Tottenham Hotspur striker Ahmed 'Mido' Hossam has been left out of a 23-man squad named by Egypt coach Hassan Shehata on Tuesday for the weekend's African Nations Cup qualifier against Mauritania.
Brighton chief 'insulted' by Benitez's reserves plan (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Brighton chairman Dick Knight believes Rafael Benitez's proposal for reserve teams to play in the Football League is 'insulting'.
Dyer reveals guilt over treatment of Robson (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Newcastle midfielder Kieron Dyer still feels 'incredibly guilty' about refusing to play out of position for Sir Bobby Robson.
Lampard wants action to stop pitch invasions (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England midfielder Frank Lampard has called for action to prevent any repetition of the attack he faced from a fan at Tottehnam Hotspur in the FA Cup.
Chelsea-Man Utd title showdown moved to May (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United's crucial Premiership showdown with Chelsea has been re-arranged for Wednesday, May 9.
Rafa: Reserve teams should play in League (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez wants the reserve teams of top clubs to be allowed to play in the Football League.
Run-in: Chelsea could face four in a week (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The Premier League have ruled out any prospect of Chelsea meeting Manchester United in a title showdown after the final day's fixtures have been completed on May 13.
Henrik: I was set to quit after leaving Celtic (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Henrik Larsson has revealed he planned to retire from the game when he left Celtic - before Barcelona stepped in to sign him.
Juve chief: Lampard not for Turin, but for Chelsea (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Juventus sporting director Alessio Secco expects Frank Lampard to stay at Chelsea.
Foster: Hornets will soon be back in Premiership (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Ben Foster has backed Watford to make an instant return to the Barclays Premiership if they are relegated this season.
FA to investigate invasion (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The FA have confirmed they will investigate incidents at the end of Chelsea's FA Cup quarter-final win at Tottenham when two fans ran onto the pitch, one of whom threw a punch at England midfielder Fr
Becks lavishes praise on successor Ronaldo (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Beckham has been awe-struck by Cristiano Ronaldo this season.
Warnock: 'Disgrace' Southgate helped pal Pearce (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sheffield United manager Neil Warnock has branded Gareth Southgate 'a disgrace' after the Boro boss fielded a weakened line-up in the defeat to Manchester City on Saturday.
Lampard describes 'lamping' (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Frank Lampard has spoken about the moment a fan tried to attack him on the pitch after Chelsea celebrated reaching the FA Cup semi-finals.
Last chance for Colo Colo in Libertadores (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chilean champions Colo Colo, one of the pre-tournament favourites to win the South American Libertadores Cup, have a last chance to keep their campaign alive when play Caracas FC on Tuesday.
Emre racism allegations 'not proven' - FA (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Newcastle midfielder Emre was celebrating on Monday after allegations of racial abuse against him were found not proven by the Football Association.
Wise facing new charge after seeing red (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Dennis Wise faces a another charge of improper conduct after being sent from the dug-out for a second time as Leeds manager.
Roeder in a fury as Newcastle slump again (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Furious Newcastle boss Glenn Roeder blasted his players after seeing them squander a chance to deepen Charlton's Premiership woes.
Allardyce fears repeat of European woe (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sam Allardyce can feel a European place slipping from Bolton's grasp for the second season running.
Premier League agrees to help Nigerian FA (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The Premier League has agreed a deal to help Nigeria repackage its soccer league and make it more commercially viable.
Lampard eager to commit future (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Frank Lampard has revealed his frustration at the slow progress of talks over a new contract at Chelsea - but insists he has no intention of leaving.
Jol delighted with Tottenham's progress (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Tottenham Hotspur boss Martin Jol feels reaching the latter stages of three cup competitions shows progress is being made - even if Chelsea knock them out of the FA Cup tonight.
Benitez: Premiership not on the backburner (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Rafael Benitez insisted chasing Champions League glory is not distracting his Liverpool players away from the bread and butter commitment of trying to finish in the top four of the Premiership.
Mourinho on charm offensive with referees (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jose Mourinho insists that he has the greatest of respect for referees as he prepares his side to face Tottenham in their FA Cup quarter-final replay at White Hart Lane tonight.
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Premiership Team of the Week, March 18 (Mar 18, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The cream of the crop from the weekend's fixtures are in our Team of the Week.
FA to probe Hammers' Mascherano deal (Mar 18, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The Football Association have confirmed they will investigate allegations of financial impropriety surrounding West Ham's controversial signing of Javier Mascherano last September.
Ronaldo 'a pawn' in Spanish presidential campaigns (Mar 18, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has accused Real Madrid and Barcelona of using Cristiano Ronaldo as pawn in their presidential election campaigns.
Hargreaves eyes Man Utd move (Mar 18, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Owen Hargreaves insists long-time suitors Manchester United are the 'only team' he wants to join.
Premiership: Zheng boosts Charlton, United cruise (Mar 18, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Zheng Zhi used his head to dramatically improve Charlton's chances of staying in the Premiership.
England's injury worries start early with Neville (Mar 17, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United defender Gary Neville will be sidelined for three weeks by an ankle ligament injury, ruling him out of England's Euro 2008 qualifiers against Israel and Andorra.
Moyes laments chances for British managers (Mar 17, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Moyes confronts Arsene Wenger tomorrow believing British managers should be allowed the same chance as the Arsenal boss has had to work abroad.
Pardew: Pressure is off the players now (Mar 17, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manager Alan Pardew believes Charlton's hopeless position earlier in the season relieved the pressure at The Valley and has now given them a glimmer of hope in their relegation battle.
Tevez the key in survival battle - Green (Mar 17, 2007 12:00 GMT)
West Ham goalkeeper Robert Green believes Carlos Tevez has a crucial role in helping the club's unlikely bid for Premiership survival.
Distin: Players unhappy over Dunne's remarks (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester City defender Sylvain Distin has revealed the depth of discontent within the Blues camp over Richard Dunne's controversial attack on his team-mates last week.
Premiership awards for Man Utd pair (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson and veteran winger Ryan Giggs have been named Premiership manager and player of the month for February.
Benitez wants pow-wow with new owners (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Rafael Benitez will have a clear message for Liverpool's new owners the next time he sits down with them to discuss the club's future - we must move faster.
No Chelsea move for new Makelele deal (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jose Mourinho believes it is too early to decide the future of Chelsea midfielder Claude Makelele.
Jose: No Arnesen row (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jose Mourinho insists he has no personal or professional problems with Chelsea academy director Frank Arnesen.
Fergie: No rush on new Ronaldo United deal (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has insisted there is no desperate need for Manchester United to rush through contract negotiations with Cristiano Ronaldo.
Fergie denies reports of Rio's cracked rib (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Rio Ferdinand has been cleared to play in Manchester United's Premiership clash with Bolton.
Dyer bemoans another potless season (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
A devastated Kieron Dyer admitted Newcastle had let themselves and their fans down as they plummeted out of the UEFA Cup in Holland.
Chelsea set to ban 'criminal' celery throwers (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea warned their fans on Friday against throwing celery during matches, saying it was a criminal offence and that anyone caught lobbing the popular salad vegetable could be banned.
Resurrected Weaver set for new contract (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Nicky Weaver is close to agreeing a new contract with Manchester City.
Jewell blasts FA over second ref rage charge (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Wigan boss Paul Jewell has accused the Football Association of destroying the right to free speech after being given a second misconduct charge over his criticism of referee Phil Dowd.
Walcott to end season with shoulder op (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Theo Walcott knows he must get his troublesome shoulder injury sorted out sooner rather than later.
Khizanishvili: Why did Neill join West Ham? (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Blackburn defender Zurab Khizanishvili has expressed surprise over former team-mate Lucas Neill's decision to choose a move to struggling West Ham over Champions League quarter-finalists Liverpool.
Roeder says ref was to blame for Toon collapse (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Newcastle boss Glenn Roeder was left to reflect on two crucial decisions after his hopes of UEFA Cup glory were dashed by AZ Alkmaar in Holland.
Coleman wants to boss Wales - and abroad (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chris Coleman has revealed an ambition not only to coach Wales, but also to manage on the Continent - once he has achieved all that he wants to at Fulham.
Scholes: United 'desperate' to regain Premiership (Mar 16, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Paul Scholes admits Manchester United are `desperate' to recapture the Premiership title.
Wenger charged over cup outburst (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has been charged with improper conduct and/or bringing the game into disrepute by the Football Association following his comments after the Carling Cup final.
Jewell charged over ref outburst (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Wigan manager Paul Jewell has been charged with improper conduct and/or bringing the game into disrepute by the Football Association.
I'm happy, insists out-of-sorts Shevchenko (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Andriy Shevchenko insists he loves working with Chelsea coach Jose Mourinho as he bids to shake off an ankle injury in time to face Sheffield United on Saturday.
Redknapp ponders Intertoto route (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Portsmouth manager Harry Redknapp is prepared to consider the much-maligned Intertoto Cup as a means to revive his team's sinking European qualification hopes next season.
Pearce ignores talk of broken spirit (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Stuart Pearce insists his Manchester City team are working together and they can get out of trouble.
Johnson rubbishes reports of homesickness (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Andrew Johnson reveals he would sign with Everton for the rest of his career if he could, in response to claims that he is homesick for the south and wants to return to London.
Parry plays down fears over new stadium (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool hope any changes to their new stadium plans can be achieved within the same timescale and planning 'footprint' already outlined.
Wenger delighted with players' response (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger hailed the 'fantastic response' of his Arsenal side as they put treble cup despair behind them to defeat Aston Villa and climb into third spot in the Premiership.
Lampard and Terry praised by Clarke (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Steve Clarke paid tribute to England duo John Terry and Frank Lampard after Chelsea kept alive their hopes of a third successive Premiership title.
Jolly: Chelsea profit from listless Manchester City (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea's win over Manchester City was a study in mediocrity, says Richard Jolly.
Huge crowd sees Gunners kids beat United's (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
An astonishing Youth Cup record crowd of 38,187 cheered Arsenal to a narrow semi-final first-leg victory over Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium.
Liverpool stadium delayed by capacity questions (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The new owners of Liverpool are considering making the club's new stadium even bigger, it has been revealed.
Holland: Big earning stars still a long time retired (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Phil Holland on Frank Lampard's financial future and A-League woes in New Zealand.
Chelsea 'not affected' by Abramovich divorce (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Roman Abramovich's divorce will have no impact on his ownership of Chelsea. The Russian billionaire and his ex-wife Irina have 'agreed terms' following the formal dissolution of their marriage.
Dunne right to blast City stars - Mills (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Danny Mills has joined club captain Richard Dunne in questioning the attitude of some Manchester City players.
Smith determined to stay at United (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Alan Smith has warned would-be suitors he has no intention of leaving Manchester United.
Wenger to add 'only the best' (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger insists he will only add only 'super, super class' or nothing to his Arsenal squad this summer.
Under-fire Pearce determined to fight on (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Under-fire boss Stuart Pearce has pointed Manchester City's board in the direction of West Ham and Charlton as proof sacking managers in mid-season does not necessarily work.
Silvestre out for the season (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United's treble hopes have been dealt another blow after Mikael Silvestre was ruled out for the remainder of the campaign.
Chelsea defender Bridge undergoes knee surgery (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea defender Wayne Bridge underwent knee cartilage surgery late on Tuesday, putting him out of action for several weeks, the Premiership champions have said.
Berbatov rumours laughable, insists Jol (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Martin Jol insists it is his decision who to rest during Tottenham's hectic schedule and that he would not tolerate interference from the board on team matters.
Wenger blames France for Henry injury woes (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger believes Thierry Henry was 'badly managed' by France after the World Cup - and maintained the Arsenal captain was now 'paying the price of success'.
Chasing the treble dream (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jon Carter assesses just how realistic those treble dreams are for Man United and Chelsea.
Madridistas show an interest in Mourinho (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Real Madrid fans appear keen on the possibility of Jose Mourinho taking over as boss at the Bernabeu - even though he has made it clear any move to Spain would not take place before 2010.
Spurs defender Gardner facing six weeks out (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Tottenham defender Anthony Gardner has been ruled out for six weeks after suffering a hairline fracture of the fibula during the 3-3 draw with Chelsea in the FA Cup quarter-final at Stamford Bridge on
Accrington Stanley, who are they? Asks Pool's Antwi (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool reserve defender Godwin Antwi has joined Accrington on loan until the end of the season.
Man City boss Pearce shrugs-off pressure talk (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Stuart Pearce has vowed he 'will not hide' as he faces crisis point as Manchester City manager.
Man City's Barton held on suspicion of assault (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester City footballer Joey Barton has been arrested on suspicion of assault and criminal damage. The midfielder was questioned by police over an alleged argument with a taxi driver in Liverpool.
Arsenal stronger despite adversity - Wenger (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger has backed his side to overcome the injury and suspension problems that have threatened to derail their season.
It's 'realistic' Ronaldo will stay until 2012 - Gill (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United chief executive David Gill has insisted it is 'realistic' that Cristiano Ronaldo will remain with the club for another five years - extending his current deal by another two years.
Lamps and JT focused on playing not contracts (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea stars John Terry and Frank Lampard are determined to ensure their contract problems do not overshadow the club's fight for more success this season.
'I'm staying at Arsenal for life', insists Henry (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Injured Arsenal captain Thierry Henry has insisted he will stay with the club 'for life'.
Essien signs new five-year contract with Chelsea (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien has signed a new five-year contract that ties him to the Premiership champions until 2012. The 24-year-old has been one of the stars of an injury-ravaged season.
Hubbard: Pearce on the brink after Cup defeat (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Stuart Pearce looks to be headed for the exit at City. Norman Hubbard examines the reasons why.
Fixture pile-up worries Jose before Valencia tie (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Coach Jose Mourinho expressed his concern on Monday that Chelsea's fixture congestion will leave them at a disadvantage in their Champions League quarter-final with Valencia.
Hands off Toon youngsters, Roeder tells rivals (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Newcastle's Glenn Roeder has told the club's Premiership rivals to forget about signing any of his young stars. Charles N'Zogbia and defender Steven Taylor have both been linked with moves away.
Departing Larsson rules out Premiership return (Mar 11, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Henrik Larsson has ruled out the possibility of returning to English football.
Terry set to return against Man City - Mourinho (Mar 11, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho is hopeful that John Terry will be back for Wednesday's Premiership trip to Manchester City.
Cole targets first team comeback against Valencia (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Joe Cole has told Jose Mourinho that he will be ready to make his first-team return by the time they face Valencia in the Champions League next month.
Spurs' FA Cup hopes hit by double injury blow (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Paul Robinson and Robbie Keane have been ruled out of Tottenham's FA Cup quarter-final at Chelsea tomorrow.
Chelsea will 'do everything' to keep stars - Jose (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jose Mourinho insists Chelsea will do all they can to keep their top stars.
'Henry can lead the charge next season' - Wenger (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger is confident Arsenal will again see the best of injured captain Thierry Henry next season. After damaging groin and stomach muscles the Arsenal talisman's season is over.
Chelsea silent over Terry contract (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea chose not to comment today on reports that contract negotiations with captain John Terry have collapsed.
'Devastated' Henry vows to bounce back (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Thierry Henry has spoken of his devastation at being ruled out for the rest of the season.
Agent denies Eriksson has Premiership job (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sven-Goran Eriksson's agent has denied the former England boss has landed a job at a Premiership club next season.
Henry ruled out for the season (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsenal striker Thierry Henry has been ruled out for the remainder of the season because of groin and stomach injuries.
Players could take action against ageism (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Players who are offered only short-term deals based purely on their age could mount a legal challenge against the policy, according to a leading employment lawyer.
Carter: Arsenal must face life without Henry (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Thierry Henry must focus on pre-season if Arsenal are to succeed next year says Jon Carter.
Parry hails 'historic' news (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool chief executive Rick Parry has hailed today's 'historic' news that George Gillett and Tom Hicks have gained unconditional control of the club.
Sir Alex confirms contract talks with Ronaldo (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has confirmed Manchester United have opened contract negotiations with Cristiano Ronaldo.
Chelsea confirm July date with LA Galaxy (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Former England captain David Beckham is likely to come up against some familiar faces early in his new career in America after Chelsea announced their participation in a pre-season tournament involvin
Shevchenko denies criticism of Jose (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea's Ukrainian striker Andriy Shevchenko has claimed that the row between manager Jose Mourinho and Stamford Bridge owner Roman Abramovich is still burning, with him as a scapegoat.
Gillett and Hicks assume control of Reds (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool will have new ownership when they bid to reach the Champions League semi-finals next month.
Roeder hails red hot hitman Martins (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Glenn Roeder heaped praise on £10million striker Obafemi Martins after seeing him fire Newcastle to within sight of the UEFA Cup quarter-finals.
Alex desperate to play for Chelsea (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Brazilian defender Alex has revealed his 'dream' of joining Chelsea.
Beckham backs Man Utd to repeat treble (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
David Beckham believes the current Manchester United team can emulate the class of '99 and win a glorious treble.
Ronaldo in new contract talks (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United winger Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed talks have begun over a new contract at Old Trafford.
Smith set for starring role amid crisis (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson is pinning his hopes on forgotten man Alan Smith to guide Manchester United through their ill-timed striker crisis.
Lampard 'still waiting' for new Chelsea deal (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Frank Lampard's future at Chelsea remains in doubt, after the midfielder revealed that he is still waiting for the club to offer him a new deal.
Agbonlahor undecided over Nigeria call-up (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Aston Villa winger Gabriel Agbonlahor has been included in Nigeria's provisional squad for their African Nations Cup qualifier with Uganda later this month, but is unsure whether to accept the call.
Silvestre out with dislocated shoulder (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United have confirmed that Mikael Silvestre has a dislocated right shoulder. Silvestre was injured during last night's Champions League match against Lille.
Arsenal's Henry suffers new injury setback (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsenal striker Thierry Henry faces another spell on the sidelines after suffering stomach and groin injuries in Wednesday's Champions League game against PSV Eindhoven.
Cech on top of the world (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
ESPNsoccernet Press Pass talks to Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech about his injury woe.
Cristiano Ronaldo négocie avec MU (Mar 8, 2007 11:00 GMT)
L'international portugais de Manchester United, Cristiano Ronaldo, a indiqué jeudi qu'il était en discussion avec son club pour prolonger son contrat tout en répétant qu'il aimerait bien "un jour" jou
Manchester United facing striker shortage (Mar 7, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Louis Saha has been ruled out for four weeks with a hamstring strain. The injury could not have come at a worse time given Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is also out following a minor knee operation.
Lord Stevens finds 50 rule-breaking transfers (Mar 7, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Premier League clubs have been reported for breaching rules in more than 50 transfers.
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Pearce vows to fight it out at Man City (Mar 7, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manager Stuart Pearce has insisted he will not walk away from Manchester City.
Norwegian police investigate Mikel contract (Mar 7, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea midfielder Mikel John Obi's contract with former club Lyn Oslo is being investigated by Norwegian police.
Wenger confident Arsenal are going places (Mar 7, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger firmly believes there are plenty of reasons to be positive Arsenal are a club going places.
Norway police probe Mikel's Chelsea transfer (Mar 6, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Norwegian police are investigating the transfer to Chelsea last year of midfielder John Obi Mikel amid suspicions of contract forgery, police said on Tuesday.
'I'm under no pressure from Lerner' - O'Neill (Mar 6, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Martin O'Neill has insisted he is under no pressure from owner Randy Lerner to finish in the top half of the Premiership this season, despite Villa still not being completely safe from relegation.
Politicians hail Rovers price-cut precedent (Mar 6, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Senior government figures believe Blackburn are setting the correct example to the rest of football by cutting the average cost of adult season tickets for next season by 25%.
Gill lauds Man Utd's success on and off pitch (Mar 6, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United chief executive David Gill has insisted the Red Devils' scintillating form this season is not the only reason why they are such an attractive commercial proposition.
Liverpool consider move for U's youngster (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Liverpool are expected to make a decision on Cambridge City defender Danny Blanchett this week.
Stevens to report on the Stevens Report (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Premier League chief executive Richard Scudamore expects a statement to be made this week with the latest developments in Lord Stevens' bungs inquiry.
'Henrik is going home - 100%,' insists Gill (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United chief executive David Gill has ruled out any last-ditch attempt to keep Henrik Larsson at Old Trafford.
Newcastle appoint banking boss as chief exec (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Newcastle United plc have named Steve Walton, a relationship director with Barclays Large Corporate Banking, as their new chief executive.
Shevchenko: I've adjusted to Chelsea style (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Andriy Shevchenko believes he has finally adjusted to English football at Chelsea and remains optimistic about the team's chances in Europe.
Curbishley gets dreaded vote of confidence (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
West Ham chairman Eggert Magnusson has backed manager Alan Curbishley '100%' after the Hammers' season hit a new low on Sunday.
Hulse: Nobody pointing the finger at Kenny (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sheffield United striker Rob Hulse has reassured goalkeeper Paddy Kenny 'nobody is pointing the finger' at him after his gaffe cost the Blades victory against Everton.
Neville issues fans plea after bottle incident (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Everton skipper Phil Neville has urged the club's fans to show more restraint after a plastic bottle was thrown onto the pitch at Bramall Lane.
Charlton unveil new ticket-pricing scheme (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Charlton Athletic are the latest Premiership club to announce a new ticket-pricing scheme, which could see some supporters receive free season tickets for the 2008-09 campaign.
Nolan deal a welcome boost for Wanderers (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Bolton captain Kevin Nolan has signed a new four-year contract.
Premiership: Title not over yet, insists Jose (Mar 5, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has vowed to fight Manchester United until the bitter end in the Premiership title race.
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Under-fire Curbishley will punish absent Anton (Mar 4, 2007 12:00 GMT)
West Ham manager Alan Curbishley confirmed he will be disciplining defender Anton Ferdinand after it was revealed he defied club orders and went to America to celebrate his 22nd birthday.
Soccernet's Team of the Week, March 03 (Mar 4, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The cream of the crop from the weekend's fixtures are in our Team of the Week.
Kuyt determined to put things right (Mar 4, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Dirk Kuyt has vowed that Liverpool will bounce back from the misery of home defeat by bitter enemies Manchester United to knock Barcelona out of the Champions League.
LMA chief planning talks with Wenger (Mar 4, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The League Managers' Association will attempt to contact Arsene Wenger this week before deciding whether to back the Arsenal boss in his feud with the Football Association.
Coleman backs move towards technology (Mar 4, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Fulham boss Chris Coleman believes the move towards using technology in football will eventually help prevent decisions going in favour of bigger clubs.
Nugent ready for 'dream' move to Everton (Mar 4, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Highly-rated Preston striker David Nugent has admitted that he would welcome a 'dream' move to Everton.
Moore rejects chance to leave Villa on loan (Mar 4, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Aston Villa striker Luke Moore has rejected the chance to go out on loan in order to fight to regain his first-team spot during the final quarter of the season.
Curbishley in for Hammers long haul (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Alan Curbishley insists he will never consider jumping ship as relegation-threatened West Ham stare deep into the abyss. The Hammers are nine points from safety heading into tomorrow's clash with Spur
Ferguson praises departing Larsson's contribution (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson is convinced the imminent departure of Henrik Larsson will not have a negative effect on Manchester United's trophy quest.
Broken metartasal rules Cahill out for season (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Everton midfielder Tim Cahill looks set to miss the rest of the season after breaking a metatarsal during his side's 1-1 draw at Sheffield United.
Goal-line technology gets the green light (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The Premier League will push ahead with experiments in goal-line technology after being given the green light by football's rulemakers.
Hammers consider action against officials (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
West Ham would consider taking legal action against former chairman Terence Brown and managing director Paul Aldridge if they are found guilty of Premier League charges of fielding ineligible players.
McCarthy determined to rediscover his form (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Benni McCarthy has vowed to the 'dirty work' necessary to regain his place in Blackburn's first team.
Wenger unsure when Henry will play again (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger admits he is unsure when injured captain Thierry Henry will be available again.
Ronaldo wants to win at Anfield for Giggs (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Cristiano Ronaldo wants to provide Ryan Giggs with the perfect 700th anniversary present at Anfield tomorrow.
Woodgate refuses to rule out return to Real Madrid (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England defender Jonathan Woodgate has refused to rule out a return to Real Madrid when his loan to Middlesbrough runs out at the end of the season.
Coleman remains wary of relegation scrap (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chris Coleman admits it would be 'unforgivable' if Fulham side slackened off and allowed themselves to be drawn into the fight for survival at the bottom of the Premiership.
West Ham to 'vigorously defend' League charges (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
West Ham have announced they will 'vigorously defend' Premier League charges relating to the signings of Argentina stars Carlos Tevez and Javier Mascherano.
'Hurt' Gerrard on a revenge mission over Man Utd (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Steven Gerrard admits Liverpool's poor recent record against Manchester United at Anfield 'hurts deeply'.
Chelsea admit to FA charge after Cup melee (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea will almost certainly escape a massive fine despite admitting a Football Association charge of failing to control their players.
Ferguson hails Giggs as he joins 700 club (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Ryan Giggs reaches 700 appearances for Manchester United tomorrow with Sir Alex Ferguson admitting he gets as much pleasure from watching the Welsh wizard now as he always has.
Solskjaer faces month out after knee op (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United striker Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be out of action for most of March after undergoing minor knee surgery.
Ranting Wenger rails against 'unfair system' (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has continued his feud with the Football Association by claiming the Gunners are treated more harshly than other clubs.
'It's now or never for Euro charge' - Roeder (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Newcastle manager Glenn Roeder has warned his players their quest for European qualification has reached the point of no return.
Fergie advises Jose to 'button his lip' (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has told Jose Mourinho to 'button his lip' as the Premiership title run-in reaches its crucial phase.
Portsmouth's Medes undergoes ankle surgery (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Portsmouth midfielder Pedro Mendes has undergone surgery on his damaged ankle ligaments.
Terry to miss Pompey game (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea captain John Terry is set to miss the trip to Portsmouth tomorrow due to the head injury he sustained in the Carling Cup final last Sunday.
Everton apply for Intertoto Cup contingency (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Everton have applied to play in the Intertoto Cup next season. The Blues are currently seventh in the Pmiership and have high hopes of qualifying directly for the UEFA Cup.
Kuyt still smarting from Old Trafford humiliation (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Dirk Kuyt had barely got his shirt dirty as a Liverpool player before he was on the wrong end of an embarrassing defeat at the hands of Manchester United.
'Spurs there for the taking' - Hammers' Davenport (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
West Ham defender Calum Davenport has urged his team-mates to capitalise on Tottenham's poor away form when the teams meet at Upton Park on Sunday.
Blackburn hand fans £1m saving on ticket prices (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Blackburn are to cut the cost of the average season ticket at Ewood Park by a quarter next season.
Pardew taking nothing for granted against Watford (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manager Alan Pardew will take nothing for granted when his rejuvenated Charlton head to the Premiership bottom club Watford tomorrow.
Anfield win will keep pressure on Chelsea - Saha (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Louis Saha has called on his Manchester United team-mates to put Chelsea through mental torture by beating Liverpool at Anfield tomorrow.
Bellamy blames red, red wine for Riise row (Mar 2, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Craig Bellamy has admitted he 'lost it' with team-mate John Arne Riise during Liverpool's Portugal break when it was alleged he brandished a golf club at the Anfield defender.
Drogba named 2006 African Footballer of Year (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Ivory Coast striker Didier Drogba has been named 2006 African Player of the Year, edging out Cameroon's Samuel Eto'o to deny the Barcelona marksman a record fourth successive award.
Hawkes: An American in Fulham (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
How far would you travel for your team? Will Hawkes meets one of Fulham's biggest fans.
Anton Ferdinand denies nightclub attack (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Anton Ferdinand has been ordered to stand trial following an alleged brawl. The West Ham defender was arrested outside Faces nightclub in Ilford, east London, on October 2 last year.
League to back Hawk-Eye goal-line technology (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Premier League chiefs will urge the sport's rule-makers this week to consider using video technology pioneered by Hawk-Eye to end uncertainty over goal-line decisions.
Warnock joins linesman row (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Neil Warnock has entered the Arsene Wenger row about linesmen by claiming they have 'not told the truth' when the Sheffield United manager has appeared before the Football Association in the past.
Newcastle's Emre faces new racism allegation (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The FA are to investigate further claims of racism against Newcastle midfielder Emre. Disciplinary chiefs are to follow up a statement from Watford midfielder Alhassan Bangura.
Lampard supports Adebayor punch up denial (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea's Frank Lampard denies being punched in Carling Cup brawl with Arsenal players.
Hammers striker Ashton 'not thinking' of return (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
West Ham United striker Dean Ashton has warned he is still a long way from playing football.
English Championship
Championship: Black Cats up to second (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Sunderland moved into second place in the Championship with a 1-0 win over play-off contenders Cardiff at Ninian Park.
Wembley gets go-ahead to stage Play-Off Finals (Mar 30, 2007 11:00 GMT)
The Football League's play-off finals will return to Wembley at the end of the season.
New boss Blackwell joy at Hatters homecoming (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
New Luton manager Kevin Blackwell has vowed to bring the glory days back to the club he supported as a boy after landing his 'dream' job on Tuesday.
Hatters unveil Blackwell as new boss (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Luton have unveiled former Leeds boss Kevin Blackwell as their new manager.
Wise handed second misconduct charge (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Leeds manager Dennis Wise has been charged with misconduct by FA disciplinary chiefs for the second time this year.
Saints' controversial statue taken down (Mar 26, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Southampton chairman Leon Crouch has overseen the removal of the controversial statue of club legend Ted Bates from outside St Mary's, just one week after it was unveiled.
Luton defend transfer policy after Newell axe (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Luton finance director Derek Peter has defended the club after supporters reacted angrily to reports former boss Mike Newell received a percentage of profits made from player sales.
Johnson: Penalties in Football League a rubbish idea (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Dale Johnson laments the Football League's loony plan to replace draws with penalty shootouts.
Championship: Howard double sends Derby top (Mar 17, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Derby moved top of the Coca-Cola Championship with a 3-1 win over Cardiff at Pride Park.
Championship: Barnes inspires Rams to the top (Mar 17, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Derby moved top of the Championship with a 3-1 win over Cardiff at Pride Park.
League round-up: WBA hit by Davies blow (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
West Brom boss Tony Mowbray may have to dip into the transfer market after skipper Curtis Davies was ruled out for the rest of the season.
Struggling Luton sack manager Newell (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Luton midfielder Ahmet Brkovic has expressed his sadness at the sacking of Mike Newell as manager - and has called on the club to appoint a replacement quickly.
Hill blasts plan for shootouts (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jimmy Hill, who oversaw the introduction of three points for a win in 1981, has attacked the proposed scrapping of draws as an 'idea from the devil'.
League to assess shootout plans (Mar 15, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Football League clubs have agreed to consider a revolutionary proposal for penalty shoot-outs to decide all drawn matches as part of a wider review aimed at making the game more entertaining.
Luton boss takes swipe at 'disrespectful' Wise (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Luton boss Mike Newell has ignited his row with Dennis Wise over midfielder Kevin Nicholls, claiming that the former Wimbledon midfielder should 'remember where he came from'.
Championship: Birmingham's promotion bid falters (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The Coca-Cola Championship's four leading lights all failed to win on a night of shocks.
'It's too early' to put a price on Coventry - Suitor (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
US-based business consultant Gary Hopkins admits 'it is too early' to put a figure on the cost of the proposed takeover of Coca-Cola Championship club Coventry.
Safety certificate by end of month - Mawhinney (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Lord Mawhinney today stressed the importance of playing the Football League play-off finals at Wembley this season.
Championship: Sunderland climb to third (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sunderland moved to third in the Coca-Cola Championship table after claiming the points in an unexpectedly tight match at Barnsley.
T&T's Yorke confirms international retirement (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sunderland midfielder Dwight Yorke has announced his retirement from international football. The former Trinidad and Tobago captain, 35, wants to concentrate on their promotion campaign.
Championship pair in foreign takeover talks (Mar 7, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sheffield Wednesday have confirmed talks are ongoing with a Chinese consortium about a summer takeover, while Coventry announce that an American consortium are in advanced talks to buy the club.
Johnson: TV deal spells doom for minnows (Mar 7, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The new Premiership TV deal will have a disastrous effect on the Championship, says Dale Johnson.
Championship: Rams back on top of the league (Mar 6, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Derby returned to the top of the Coca-Cola Championship with a come-from-behind 2-1 win at Norwich.
Wise 'gobsmacked' at Nicholls' behaviour (Mar 4, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Leeds manager Dennis Wise revealed after his side's 3-2 home defeat by Sheffield Wednesday that skipper Kevin Nicholls wants to jump ship at Elland Road and return to Luton.
Coventry seek US backing for Premiership push (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Coventry could soon find themselves the latest in a growing number of clubs with American backing after confirming talks with the Manhattan Sports Capital Partners about a possible takeover.
Leeds continue to fight 'the enemy within' (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Richard Jolly was at Elland Road as Sheffield Wednesday sent Leeds closer to League One.
Championship: Sunderland continue to climb (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sunderland maintained their Championship promotion charge with a 2-1 win over fellow challengers West Brom.
English League One
Drogba fails to make grade at Leyton Orient (Mar 22, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Didier Drogba's younger brother Joel is 'unlikely' to be offered a contract at League One Leyton Orient.
League One: Scunthorpe lead cut to four points (Mar 17, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Scunthorpe's lead at the top of League One was cut to four points after they were held to a 1-1 draw at Brighton.
Chesterfield in 'advanced talks' over takeover (Mar 13, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chesterfield's plans for a new stadium have been boosted by the news that the Coca-Cola League One club are in 'advanced talks' with potential investors.
League 1: Sharp extends Scunthorpe's lead (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Scunthorpe's Billy Sharp grabbed his 25th goal of the season as the Coca-Cola League One side came from behind to draw 1-1 with Nottingham Forest.
QPR admit to FA charges over China brawl (Mar 6, 2007 12:00 GMT)
English second division club Queens Park Rangers have admitted an FA charge relating to a brawl during a friendly against China's Olympic side at their training ground last month, the club said on its
League One: Scunthorpe close in on promotion (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Scunthorpe moved 10 points clear at the top of League One after a 2-0 win at troubled Brentford.
Struggling Rotherham axe manager Knill (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Rotherham have parted company with manager Alan Knill.
English League Two
Accrington face damaging points deduction (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Accrington Stanley chief executive Rob Heys insists the club are 'optimistic of a satisfactory outcome' after being charged with fielding unregistered players.
League Two: Hartlepool see off Hereford (Mar 3, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Hartlepool moved five points clear at the top of Coca-Cola League Two after a hard-fought 3-2 win over Hereford.
English FA Cup
Lampard 'lamper' gets three-year football ban (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
A Tottenham fan who ran onto the pitch after the FA Cup quarter-final defeat by Chelsea and tried to punch Frank Lampard was today banned from football matches for three years.
FA Cup returns to Wembley (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
The Football Association have confirmed Wembley will host this year's FA Cup final. Brent Council have given the stadium a general safety certificate meaning Wembley can now host 90,000 spectators.
Arsenal, Chelsea fined £100k for Cup brawl (Mar 27, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Chelsea and Arsenal have both been hit with a £100,000 fine for the melee which marred the end of the Carling Cup final at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium.
Old Trafford, Villa Park to host Cup semis (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Old Trafford and Villa Park have been confirmed as the venues for this season's FA Cup semi-finals.
Spurs to ban fan for life (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Spurs have stated they will co-operate fully with the FA and will ban for life the fan who aimed a punch at Lampard.
Fuming Fergie turns on Boro and media over Ron (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Furious Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson turned his fire on Middlesbrough and the media after Cristiano Ronaldo found himself at the centre of another penalty storm.
Jolly: On the bête noire of Teesside (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
At Old Trafford Richard Jolly saw why Ronaldo is public enemy No.1 for Boro fans.
Lampard lamped as pitch invasion sours win (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea's FA Cup quarter-final victory against Tottenham was overshadowed by ugly scenes after the final whistle at White Hart Lane.
'Why all the controversy? I'm too good' - Ronaldo (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo suggested he was simply 'too good' for some people after rejecting suggestions that he had gone to ground too easily to win the penalty that put his side through
Southgate to concentrate on his own side (Mar 19, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate has warned his players they cannot afford to worry about what Manchester United might do to them.
Mourinho backing squad rotation system (Mar 18, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jose Mourinho will rotate his squad out of choice for the first time this season when they look to reach the semi-finals of the FA Cup with victory over Tottenham at White Hart Lane tomorrow night.
Southgate dares to dream of cup triumph (Mar 18, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Middlesbrough manager Gareth Southgate has told his players to forget their Manchester City nightmare and write a new chapter by beating Manchester United in their FA Cup replay.
Wembley opens at last - to rave reviews (Mar 17, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The new Wembley Stadium finally opened to the public today - late and over budget but in full working order.
Wembley sells out in six hours for first match (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
The Football Association have confirmed that the first match at the new Wembley stadium has sold out within six hours of going on sale.
Savage aiming to gatecrash Cup final (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Robbie Savage has backed his Blackburn team-mates or fellow FA Cup semi-finalists Watford to gatecrash a potential Manchester United-Chelsea final.
Police arrest 34 after London violence (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
More than 30 football fans werearrested after a fight involving knives, hockey sticks and baseball bats broke out between fans of English Premier League clubs Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur, police sai
Man United v Chelsea FA Cup final on cards (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Premiership heavyweights Manchester United and Chelsea could be set for a dramatic FA Cup final meeting at the new Wembley Stadium after being kept apart in the semi-final draw.
Keeper Cerny 'hurt' by Stamford Bridge slip (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Tottenham goalkeeper Radek Cerny admitted the thrilling 3-3 draw with Chelsea 'hurt' after letting slip a two-goal lead with 20 minutes to go in Sunday's FA Cup quarter-final at Stamford Bridge.
FA take no action over Mourinho remark (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jose Mourinho will not face any disciplinary action from the Football Association over allegedly using the Portuguese word 'puta' towards referee Mike Riley.
Boothroyd: Everyone will want us in the draw (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Adrian Boothroyd accepts the teams remaining in the FA Cup will be hoping to draw his Watford side in the semi-finals after they battled past Plymouth.
Rovers boss Hughes backs under-fire Pearce (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Mark Hughes has backed under-pressure manager Stuart Pearce to deal with the pressure of being linked with the sack following Blackburn Rovers' FA Cup victory over Manchester City.
Mourinho denies insulting FA Cup referee (Mar 12, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has denied he intended to offend referee Mike Riley during his side's thrilling FA Cup quarter-final with Tottenham.
Jol blames fatigue for Spurs' FA Cup collapse (Mar 11, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Tottenham coach Martin Jol blamed his team's second half collapse on their European exertions as Chelsea fought back to earn a 3-3 draw in an FA Cup quarter-final thriller at Stamford Bridge.
Mourinho denies swearing at referee Riley (Mar 11, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jose Mourinho is unconcerned whether captain John Terry takes another three months to sort out a new contract at Chelsea as long as he stays at the club for a long time.
'I've a couple of years left in me', insists Sir Alex (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson has no intention of quitting the Old Trafford hotseat for at least a couple of years.
Ferguson still eyeing treble after cup draw (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson vowed to keep his side's treble quest alive after seeing them survive an FA Cup scare at Middlesbrough.
Ronaldo faces up to Boro 'cheat' jibes (Mar 10, 2007 12:00 GMT)
When Manchester United face Middeslbrough in Saturday afternoon's FA Cup quarter-final it will be the first time Cristiano Ronaldo returns to the Riverside since he was branded a cheat by Gareth South
Pearce desperate for scoring touch to return (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Manchester City manager Stuart Pearce is hoping his side can find their scoring touch against Blackburn on Sunday and progress in the FA Cup.
Mourinho hoping to have Terry back (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea coach Jose Mourinho will wait for medical clearance before deciding whether to recall captain John Terry for their FA Cup quarter-final tie against Tottenham on Sunday.
Southgate eyes scalp of Man United (Mar 9, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate will look to match the achievement of predecessor Steve McClaren as he heads into FA Cup battle with Manchester United on Saturday evening.
Wenger: Linesman a liar (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger turned his considerable ire back on the Carling Cup final officials after watching his side slide out of the FA Cup at Blackburn on Wednesday night.
English Worthington Cup
Eboue handed three-match ban (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsenal right-back Emmanuel Eboue has been found guilty of violent conduct at a Football Association hearing and has been suspended for three matches.
FA demand Wenger explanation (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Arsene Wenger has been asked to explain his latest outburst against match officials and the disciplinary procedure by the Football Association.
Chelsea play down Terry's 'routine' head scan (Mar 1, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea insist there is 'no cause for concern' over John Terry's scan on Wednesday following the head injury he suffered in the Carling Cup final.
England
On The Move - March 2007 (Mar 31, 2007 11:00 GMT)
Check out the moves as the loan deadline approaches and passes.
On The Move - February 2007 (Mar 28, 2007 11:00 GMT)
The transfer window is now shut. But you can cast an eye over all of the January moves right here.
McClaren hopeful on injuries (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England manager Steve McClaren delivered a clean bill of health today - and raised hopes that defender Jonathan Woodgate could be back to play a part in next week's Euro 2008 qualifier against Andorra
Benayoun: McClaren will prove himself (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Yossi Benayoun has urged England fans to give Steve McClaren time.
England lack a leader - Berkovic (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England have lacked leadership since the axing of David Beckham, according to former Israel star Eyal Berkovic.
O'Neill urging Barry to forget England axe (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill has urged Gareth Barry to overcome the disappointment of being initially axed from England's plans for Saturday's crucial Euro qualifier with Israel in Tel Aviv.
Youngsters relishing Wembley's big day (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Nigel Pearson insists his England Under-21 players will fully appreciate the significance of being the first team to play at the new Wembley Stadium.
Eriksson denies Zahavi claims of 'jealousy' (Mar 23, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Sven-Goran Eriksson has denied 'in the strongest possible terms' telling friends that England's World Cup plans were wrecked because players were jealous of David Beckham.
English team returns to Wembley for practice (Mar 21, 2007 16:00 GMT)
England soccer players kicked balls across the Wembley turf Wednesday for the first time in more than six years.
Carragher hails 'world-class' defensive duo (Mar 21, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Jamie Carragher has insisted he has no complaints about being denied the chance to play centre-back for England after hailing John Terry and Rio Ferdinand as two of the best players in the world.
Injuries could cost England (Mar 20, 2007 12:00 GMT)
A patched-up England team lacking width may struggle in Israel, says Jon Carter.
McClaren: Players must prove a point in Israel (Mar 18, 2007 12:00 GMT)
England manager Steve McClaren has called on his experienced players to stand up to be counted as they head into next weekend's crucial Euro 2008 qualifier against Israel in Tel Aviv.
Venables tips Carragher for midfield role (Mar 18, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Assistant manager Terry Venables believes Jamie Carragher can be turned into England's Claude Makelele.
McClaren extols 'unsung hero' Carragher (Mar 17, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Steve McClaren believes every team could do with an unsung hero like Jamie Carragher.
Bentley blames reports for England omission (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Blackburn midfielder David Bentley says that it is the fact that he has been branded 'arrogant' that has cost him a place in the England squad.
Celtic's Naylor waiting for England call (Mar 14, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Celtic left-back Lee Naylor hopes his eye-catching Champions League displays will earn him an England call-up for the Euro 2008 qualifiers against Israel and Andorra.
O'Neill backing England to qualify for 2008 (Mar 8, 2007 12:00 GMT)
Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill has backed England to qualify for the 2008 European Championships and believes the Wayne Rooney factor is crucial to their hopes of glory in Austria and Switzerland.
