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English National Team
'Win was Taylor-made' Lee (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Stand-in England Under-21 coach Sammy Lee believes victory over Holland in Alkmaar should be credited to Peter Taylor, despite the part-time boss stepping aside for the friendly.
Hoyte seals England U-21s win (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Sammy Lee's one-match reign as England Under-21 coach ended in victory as Justin Hoyte grabbed the winner against Holland in Alkmaar.
'We must prove our quality', warns Terry (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
John Terry has admitted England need to start backing up his belief the squad is full of quality by producing positive performances, starting with Wednesday's friendly against Holland.
McClaren hails new England record-breaker Richards (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Micah Richards will become the youngest defender to play for England tomorrow with coach Steve McClaren insisting he has no hesitation in playing the 18-year-old.
Raynor: So who's young, gifted and English? (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
England's ever increasing injury list is not all bad news, insists Dominic Raynor.
English Premier League
Hargreaves focused on recovery not transfer (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Injured England midfielder Owen Hargreaves is focusing on recovering from a broken fibula and not a possible move to Manchester United.
Magnusson discusses Hammers future with Pardew (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
The Icelandic takeover bid of West Ham has moved into pole position with manager Alan Pardew today meeting the businessman leading the consortium aiming to buy the club.
Varney: Dowie a mistake (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Charlton chief executive Peter Varney today admitted the club had made a mistake appointing Iain Dowie as head coach and confessed the promotion of Les Reed to replace him is a 'gamble'. The Charlton
Another Magpie flies the nest as fitness coach quits (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Newcastle have lost a fourth member of their backroom staff since the start of the season after fitness coach Paul Winsper announced he is to quit the club.
Ballack feeling the force of the Premiership schedule (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack admits he is beginning to feel the effects of the club's hectic Premiership schedule.
LMA claim sacked Dowie deserved more time (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
The League Managers' Association have criticised Charlton Athletic decision to sack Iain Dowie after just 12 games in charge as 'premature'.
Dowie fate sealed all too soon (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Iain Dowie was not given enough time rebuild Charlton after Curbishley, says Dale Johnson.
Henry adapting to new role as lone striker (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Thierry Henry feels he has grown into the role of leading the Arsenal front line as a lone striker.
Varney hails 'exceptional' Reed after Dowie departure (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Charlton chief executive Peter Varney has backed Les Reed and Mark Robson to rescue the club from their perilous position at the foot of the Premiership. Reed has been promoted to head coach following
Dowie sacked after review (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Charlton have confirmed that Iain Dowie's contract was terminated following an internal review of the club's performance. Les Reed has been promoted to head coach.
Curbishley rules out return (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Charlton will today begin the search for a new manager just six months after appointing Iain Dowie as the successor to Alan Curbishley.
Hedman signs deal as Chelsea back-up (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Former Sweden goalkeeper Magnus Hedman has been given a contract with Premiership champions Chelsea as third-choice keeper until the end of the season.
English League Championship
Newell to face Luton board over 'sexist comments' (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Mike Newell has some more explaining to do if he is to cling to his job as Luton manager after his club's board demanded a meeting to discuss his 'sexist' and 'completely unacceptable' comments.
England
Van Basten sees similarities with McClaren (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Marco van Basten has scoffed at suggestions Steve McClaren has an impossible job, claiming he is under as much pressure as the beleaguered England coach.
Gunners kid revels in England stint (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Arsenal youngster Matthew Connolly admits he could not quite believe his luck after being invited to train with the senior England squad.
Neville hails 'unbelievable' Johnson (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Phil Neville believe his Everton team-mate Andrew Johnson is 'pushing on the door for an England starting place'.
McClaren: Door open for England's young players (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Steve McClaren has promised not to pull up the drawbridge to prevent England's Under-21s stars walking into the senior squad.
Walcott's talents a 'lethal mix' - Lee (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Stand-in coach Sammy Lee described Theo Walcott's talents as a 'lethal mix' as he prepares England Under-21s for their friendly against Holland in Alkmaar tonight.
Scottish Premier League
Riabovas takes over head coach role at Hearts (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Hearts named their third manager in eight months on Tuesday with FBK Kaunas coach Egenijus Riabovas poised to take charge.
Gordon: No-one will walk out on Hearts (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Hearts goalkeeper Craig Gordon insists nobody is going to walk away from the club despite further controversy before the 1-1 draw at Falkirk.
Dutch National Team
Bouwes: Exiled Clarence in from the cold (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Marco Van Basten has finally picked Clarence Seedorf. Ernst Bouwes on a rebel's retum.
Italian Serie A
Gotta: Fading and ageing Rossoneri in crisis? (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Roberto Gotta looks at the cause of the 'crisis' engulfing AC Milan and offers a few suggestions.
Trezeguet joins Del Piero on Juventus injured list (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Juventus and France striker David Trezeguet will be sidelined for two to three weeks with a thigh muscle injury, his Serie B club said on Tuesday.
Serie A strugglers Ascoli hire Sonetti as coach (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Serie A strugglers Ascoli have appointed much-travelled coach Nedo Sonetti to replace the sacked Attilio Tesser.
Spanish Primera División
Rafa the ruthless (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Phil Ball on the bubble-permed linesman who enjoys far too high a profile in La Liga.
Europe
Ex-Barca midfielder Guardiola hangs up his boots (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Former Spain and Barcelona midfielder Josep Guardiola has decided to retire from playing at the age of 35, he said on Tuesday.
Real Madrid agree deal for Brazil defender Marcelo (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Real Madrid have signed Fluminense's Brazil full back Marcelo and agreed to extend Roberto Carlos's contract by one year, club president Ramon Calderon said on Tuesday.
Global
Relegated Fortaleza name seventh coach of the year (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Fortaleza, relegated to the Brazilian second division at the weekend on Tuesday named Daniel Frasson as their seventh coach of the year.
Brazil make late changes ahead of Swiss friendly (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Brazil coach Dunga has been forced to make two late changes to his squad with Gilberto Silva and Edmilson both ruled out of Wednesday's friendly match in Switzerland.
Blatter says S.Africa will host World Cup as planned (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
FIFA president Sepp Blatter once again dismissed fears that the next World Cup could be moved from South Africa and said the 2010 hosts were further along at this point than Germany was four years ago
FIFA resumes talks with troubled Kenyan federation (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
FIFA has resumed dialogue with the dissolved Kenya Football Federation (KFF) after suspending the east African nation from international competition last month.
Veracruz cleared for playoffs after paying debts (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Veracruz have been cleared to take part in the Mexican championship playoffs after paying off debts of around $1.2 million, the Mexican Football Federation (FMF) said.
Focus on Asian Cup, not Man Utd, AFC warns Malaysia (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
The Asian Football Confederation has warned Malaysia not to allow a mooted Manchester United Far East tour affect publicity for its flagship 2007 Asian Cup.
Euro 2008
'There will be no complacency,' insists Staunton (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Republic of Ireland manager Steve Staunton is adamant 'there will be no complacency' tomorrow despite his side being expected to hammer a hatful of goals past San Marino.
Keane stunned by Doyle progress (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Republic of Ireland skipper Robbie Keane is amazed by the rapid rise to stardom of forward partner Kevin Doyle.
Euro 2008 qualifying and friendly news round-up (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Brief news from around the national squads for Wednesday's Euro 2008 qualifiers and friendly matches as Cyprus take on Germany, Croatia visit Israel and England look to overcome Holland.
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English National Team
'Win was Taylor-made' Lee (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Stand-in England Under-21 coach Sammy Lee believes victory over Holland in Alkmaar should be credited to Peter Taylor, despite the part-time boss stepping aside for the friendly.
Hoyte seals England U-21s win (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Sammy Lee's one-match reign as England Under-21 coach ended in victory as Justin Hoyte grabbed the winner against Holland in Alkmaar.
'We must prove our quality', warns Terry (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
John Terry has admitted England need to start backing up his belief the squad is full of quality by producing positive performances, starting with Wednesday's friendly against Holland.
McClaren hails new England record-breaker Richards (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Micah Richards will become the youngest defender to play for England tomorrow with coach Steve McClaren insisting he has no hesitation in playing the 18-year-old.
Raynor: So who's young, gifted and English? (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
England's ever increasing injury list is not all bad news, insists Dominic Raynor.
English Premier League
Hargreaves focused on recovery not transfer (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Injured England midfielder Owen Hargreaves is focusing on recovering from a broken fibula and not a possible move to Manchester United.
Magnusson discusses Hammers future with Pardew (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
The Icelandic takeover bid of West Ham has moved into pole position with manager Alan Pardew today meeting the businessman leading the consortium aiming to buy the club.
Varney: Dowie a mistake (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Charlton chief executive Peter Varney today admitted the club had made a mistake appointing Iain Dowie as head coach and confessed the promotion of Les Reed to replace him is a 'gamble'. The Charlton
Another Magpie flies the nest as fitness coach quits (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Newcastle have lost a fourth member of their backroom staff since the start of the season after fitness coach Paul Winsper announced he is to quit the club.
Ballack feeling the force of the Premiership schedule (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack admits he is beginning to feel the effects of the club's hectic Premiership schedule.
LMA claim sacked Dowie deserved more time (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
The League Managers' Association have criticised Charlton Athletic decision to sack Iain Dowie after just 12 games in charge as 'premature'.
Dowie fate sealed all too soon (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Iain Dowie was not given enough time rebuild Charlton after Curbishley, says Dale Johnson.
Henry adapting to new role as lone striker (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Thierry Henry feels he has grown into the role of leading the Arsenal front line as a lone striker.
Varney hails 'exceptional' Reed after Dowie departure (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Charlton chief executive Peter Varney has backed Les Reed and Mark Robson to rescue the club from their perilous position at the foot of the Premiership. Reed has been promoted to head coach following
Dowie sacked after review (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Charlton have confirmed that Iain Dowie's contract was terminated following an internal review of the club's performance. Les Reed has been promoted to head coach.
Curbishley rules out return (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Charlton will today begin the search for a new manager just six months after appointing Iain Dowie as the successor to Alan Curbishley.
Hedman signs deal as Chelsea back-up (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Former Sweden goalkeeper Magnus Hedman has been given a contract with Premiership champions Chelsea as third-choice keeper until the end of the season.
English League Championship
Newell to face Luton board over 'sexist comments' (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Mike Newell has some more explaining to do if he is to cling to his job as Luton manager after his club's board demanded a meeting to discuss his 'sexist' and 'completely unacceptable' comments.
England
Van Basten sees similarities with McClaren (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Marco van Basten has scoffed at suggestions Steve McClaren has an impossible job, claiming he is under as much pressure as the beleaguered England coach.
Gunners kid revels in England stint (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Arsenal youngster Matthew Connolly admits he could not quite believe his luck after being invited to train with the senior England squad.
Neville hails 'unbelievable' Johnson (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Phil Neville believe his Everton team-mate Andrew Johnson is 'pushing on the door for an England starting place'.
McClaren: Door open for England's young players (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Steve McClaren has promised not to pull up the drawbridge to prevent England's Under-21s stars walking into the senior squad.
Walcott's talents a 'lethal mix' - Lee (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Stand-in coach Sammy Lee described Theo Walcott's talents as a 'lethal mix' as he prepares England Under-21s for their friendly against Holland in Alkmaar tonight.
Scottish Premier League
Riabovas takes over head coach role at Hearts (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Hearts named their third manager in eight months on Tuesday with FBK Kaunas coach Egenijus Riabovas poised to take charge.
Gordon: No-one will walk out on Hearts (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Hearts goalkeeper Craig Gordon insists nobody is going to walk away from the club despite further controversy before the 1-1 draw at Falkirk.
Dutch National Team
Bouwes: Exiled Clarence in from the cold (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Marco Van Basten has finally picked Clarence Seedorf. Ernst Bouwes on a rebel's retum.
Italian Serie A
Gotta: Fading and ageing Rossoneri in crisis? (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Roberto Gotta looks at the cause of the 'crisis' engulfing AC Milan and offers a few suggestions.
Trezeguet joins Del Piero on Juventus injured list (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Juventus and France striker David Trezeguet will be sidelined for two to three weeks with a thigh muscle injury, his Serie B club said on Tuesday.
Serie A strugglers Ascoli hire Sonetti as coach (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Serie A strugglers Ascoli have appointed much-travelled coach Nedo Sonetti to replace the sacked Attilio Tesser.
Spanish Primera División
Rafa the ruthless (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Phil Ball on the bubble-permed linesman who enjoys far too high a profile in La Liga.
Europe
Ex-Barca midfielder Guardiola hangs up his boots (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Former Spain and Barcelona midfielder Josep Guardiola has decided to retire from playing at the age of 35, he said on Tuesday.
Real Madrid agree deal for Brazil defender Marcelo (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Real Madrid have signed Fluminense's Brazil full back Marcelo and agreed to extend Roberto Carlos's contract by one year, club president Ramon Calderon said on Tuesday.
Global
Relegated Fortaleza name seventh coach of the year (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Fortaleza, relegated to the Brazilian second division at the weekend on Tuesday named Daniel Frasson as their seventh coach of the year.
Brazil make late changes ahead of Swiss friendly (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Brazil coach Dunga has been forced to make two late changes to his squad with Gilberto Silva and Edmilson both ruled out of Wednesday's friendly match in Switzerland.
Blatter says S.Africa will host World Cup as planned (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
FIFA president Sepp Blatter once again dismissed fears that the next World Cup could be moved from South Africa and said the 2010 hosts were further along at this point than Germany was four years ago
FIFA resumes talks with troubled Kenyan federation (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
FIFA has resumed dialogue with the dissolved Kenya Football Federation (KFF) after suspending the east African nation from international competition last month.
Veracruz cleared for playoffs after paying debts (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Veracruz have been cleared to take part in the Mexican championship playoffs after paying off debts of around $1.2 million, the Mexican Football Federation (FMF) said.
Focus on Asian Cup, not Man Utd, AFC warns Malaysia (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
The Asian Football Confederation has warned Malaysia not to allow a mooted Manchester United Far East tour affect publicity for its flagship 2007 Asian Cup.
Euro 2008
'There will be no complacency,' insists Staunton (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Republic of Ireland manager Steve Staunton is adamant 'there will be no complacency' tomorrow despite his side being expected to hammer a hatful of goals past San Marino.
Keane stunned by Doyle progress (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Republic of Ireland skipper Robbie Keane is amazed by the rapid rise to stardom of forward partner Kevin Doyle.
Euro 2008 qualifying and friendly news round-up (Nov 14, 2006 12:00 GMT)
Brief news from around the national squads for Wednesday's Euro 2008 qualifiers and friendly matches as Cyprus take on Germany, Croatia visit Israel and England look to overcome Holland.
