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English Premier League
Lambert impressed with Clark progress (Dec 7, 2012 23:54 GMT)
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert believes defender Ciaran Clark can shine in the face of Stoke's aerial threat when the two clubs meet under the watchful gaze of Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni on Saturday.
Mancini: We needed transfer chief in summer
(Dec 7, 2012 23:48 GMT)
Roberto Mancini believes the lack of a chief executive played a major role in Manchester City missing out on their chief targets in the summer transfer market.
Mancini: Man U favored for title ahead of derby
(Dec 7, 2012 22:09 GMT)
Marouane Fellaini made significant contributions at both ends as Everton frustrated champion Manchester City yet again Saturday.
Benitez confident of improvement after Nordsjaelland win (Dec 7, 2012 20:07 GMT)
Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez has claimed the 6-1 win over Nordsjaelland has already had a transformative effect on his squad, and feels such performances will help turn the tide of fan opinion about him.
Giroud relishing life at Arsenal (Dec 7, 2012 19:49 GMT)
Olivier Giroud says he is falling in love with English football after finally finding his feet at Arsenal.
Neville: Mancini needs to retain title (Dec 7, 2012 17:20 GMT)
Former Manchester United captain Gary Neville believes Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini could lose his job if he fails to retain the Premier League title.
Borini eager to return back from injury (Dec 7, 2012 16:42 GMT)
Liverpool striker Fabio Borini wants to help fire the club to Europa League success when he returns from foot surgery.
Henderson wants to add to Liverpool goal tally (Dec 7, 2012 16:35 GMT)
Liverpool midfielder Jordan Henderson has vowed to improve his scoring record after grabbing the goal that extended the club's Europa League campaign.
Man City waiting on Silva fitness (Dec 7, 2012 15:35 GMT)
Roberto Mancini is giving injured midfielder David Silva every chance of making Manchester City's starting line-up for Sunday's derby with Manchester United.
Sam Allardyce excited by Olympic Stadium plans (Dec 7, 2012 14:27 GMT)
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce has spoken of his excitement of the club being the "preferred bidder" for tenancy at the Olympic Stadium, while he is not worried about losing the raucous Upton Park atmosphere.
Allardyce: No problem with Dublin trip (Dec 7, 2012 14:27 GMT)
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce says he is satisfied with the behaviour of Andy Carroll and the rest of the squad during the players' recent trip to Dublin.
Lambert: Stoke about more than muscle (Dec 7, 2012 14:26 GMT)
Paul Lambert believes his improving Aston Villa side are in good shape to handle the challenge of in-form Stoke City on Saturday.
Cattermole out for up to two months with knee injury (Dec 7, 2012 13:43 GMT)
Sunderland have been dealt a blow with the news that captain Lee Cattermole faces up to two months on the sidelines with a knee injury.
Owen points finger at Liverpool over fitness (Dec 7, 2012 12:56 GMT)
Michael Owen has agreed with his former boss Sir Alex Ferguson and blamed Liverpool for causing his injury strewn career by over-using him as a youngster.
West Brom academy status upgraded (Dec 7, 2012 12:51 GMT)
Dan Ashworth will leave West Bromwich Albion next year with the club in ideal position after ensuring the club's Academy has been awarded Category One status under the new Elite Player Performance Plan.
Ferguson: It's United or City for the title (Dec 7, 2012 12:42 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson believes the Premier League title race is already down to two - and he would not be surprised if the two derbies prove crucial in deciding whether the trophy ends up with Manchester United or Manchester City.
Wenger calls on fans to get behind the team (Dec 7, 2012 12:00 GMT)
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has asked the club's supporters to back his team as they look to revive their season against West Bromwich Albion on Saturday.
Mancini: City must not lose (Dec 7, 2012 11:38 GMT)
Roberto Mancini says Manchester City cannot afford to lose Sunday's derby against Manchester United at the Etihad, with his side three points behind Sir Alex Ferguson's leaders.
Mancini hits back over Sir Alex Ferguson criticism (Dec 7, 2012 11:31 GMT)
Roberto Mancini hit back at Sir Alex Ferguson for his criticisms of Manchester City's European record by joking he has another dozen years to win the Champions League.
Clarke defends Wenger (Dec 7, 2012 10:50 GMT)
West Bromwich Albion head coach Steve Clarke is amazed by the criticism being directed at Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger and feels it shows a lack of respect for the Frenchman's longevity and achievements in the Premier League.
Stoke boss Pulis fires Shotton warning (Dec 7, 2012 10:27 GMT)
Tony Pulis has held talks with Ryan Shotton to avoid the Stoke-born defender wasting his talent and dropping out of his long-term plans at the Britannia Stadium.
Referees' union dismayed by 'lenient' Mikel ban (Dec 7, 2012 08:07 GMT)
The referee's trade union has said it was 'dismayed' at the FA's decision to ban Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel for three matches for confronting official Mark Clattenburg after the Premier League clash against Manchester United back in October.
Arteta admits 'people are hurting' at Arsenal (Dec 7, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Arsenal midfielder Mikel Arteta admits "people are hurting" inside Arsene Wenger's dressing room after their recent slump in fortunes, and the Spaniard is expecting a positive reaction in Saturday's game against West Bromwich Albion at Emirates Stadi
Mata defends under-fire Terry and Torres (Dec 7, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Chelsea midfielder Juan Mata has offered up a robust character reference for much-maligned Blues skipper John Terry and admitted he sympathises with his skipper after his reputation has been soiled by a series of high profile scandals.
Premier League Spotlight: Careful what you wish for (Dec 7, 2012 08:00 GMT)
In this week's Premier League Spotlight, James Dall says it is unfair to point the finger solely at Wenger for Arsenal's demise.
English FA Cup
Bradford expelled from FA Cup (Dec 7, 2012 12:30 GMT)
League Two Bradford City have been expelled from the FA Cup after fielding an ineligible player in their second round match against Brentford last Friday.
French National Team
Deschamps to stay with France until 2016 (Dec 7, 2012 09:40 GMT)
Didier Deschamps looks likely to remain as France coach until the country hosts Euro 2016 after being told he would not automatically be sacked if the national team failed to qualify for the next World Cup.
French Ligue 1
Bastia forced to play OM behind closed doors (Dec 7, 2012 14:45 GMT)
Bastia will play their upcoming Ligue 1 encounter with Marseille behind closed doors after the Corsican club was punished by French football authorities for fan violence.
Ancelotti laughs off talk of Jose job swap (Dec 7, 2012 13:59 GMT)
Carlo Ancelotti has said he can see himself coaching Real Madrid in the future - but the Paris Saint-Germain boss described rumours of a potential job swap with Real's Jose Mourinho as "a fantasy".
Aubameyang rouses his team-mates for Rhone derby (Dec 7, 2012 09:59 GMT)
St Etienne striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has called on his team-mates to "fight like men" to beat Ligue 1 leaders Lyon in Sunday's Rhone derby.
German National Team
German chief backs continent-wide Euro 2020 (Dec 7, 2012 10:22 GMT)
German Football Association (DFB) president Wolfgang Niersbach has praised the decision to stage Euro 2020 across the continent, while also confirming that Germany hope to be in the running as one its hosts.
German Bundesliga
Gomez hails Bundesliga strength (Dec 7, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Bayern Munich striker Mario Gomez believes the Bundesliga is perhaps the best competition in Europe at the moment, given the performances of German teams in the Champions League recently.
Italian Serie A
Juve's Pepe faces long spell on sidelines (Dec 7, 2012 13:32 GMT)
Juventus say utility player Simone Pepe will be "out of action for a long time" after suffering a second tear to his left thigh muscle.
Juve coach Conte back on the bench (Dec 7, 2012 11:29 GMT)
Juventus coach Antonio Conte will be back on the bench for the first time this season at Palermo when his suspension comes to an end on Sunday.
Sneijder to avoid trouble over tweet (Dec 7, 2012 11:12 GMT)
Inter Milan head coach Andrea Stramaccioni said that Wesley Sneijder revealing he would not be in the team for Thursday night's Europa League match against Neftci is "nothing serious".
Spanish Primera División
Karanka keeping quiet on Jose exit rumours (Dec 7, 2012 15:57 GMT)
Real Madrid assistant coach Aitor Karanka believes the rumours surrounding Jose Mourinho's future at the club are not worth commenting on.
Bielsa: Llorente should get used to boos (Dec 7, 2012 15:45 GMT)
Athletic Bilbao manager Marcelo Bielsa has suggested that Fernando Llorente will have to get used to being unpopular with his club's fans, after the striker was again whistled from the stands during Thursday's underwhelming 0-0 Europa League draw wit
Barcelona trio fit to return (Dec 7, 2012 11:40 GMT)
Tito Vilanova's injury problems appear to be clearing up with injured trio Alexis Sanchez, Daniel Alves and Marc Bartra all nearing returns ahead of Barcelona's trip to Real Betis on Sunday.
ESPN FC Quiniela - Week 15 - Home ground advantage (Dec 7, 2012 08:14 GMT)
In the latest Quiniela, Eduardo Alvarez predicts La Liga's out of form away teams to continue their struggle.
Europe
FA 'push' for Euro 2020 final at Wembley (Dec 7, 2012 23:46 GMT)
Football Association chairman David Bernstein insists Wembley should host the Euro 2020 final, despite UEFA's decision to stage the tournament in up to 13 cities across the continent.
EPL bosses give Euro 2020 mixed reviews (Dec 7, 2012 19:42 GMT)
UEFA's plan to stage Euro 2020 across the continent met with a mixed reaction from England's Premier League managers
Dutch police arrest fourth suspect in attack (Dec 7, 2012 17:47 GMT)
Dutch police have arrested a fourth soccer player suspected of involvement in a brutal beating that left a volunteer linesman dead after a youth match last weekend.
Platini: Decision on Europa League coming in '14 (Dec 7, 2012 17:21 GMT)
UEFA president Michel Platini said Friday that no decision has been made to scrap the Europa League, and added that the future of Europe's second-tier competition will not be decided for at least another year.
UEFA Champions League
Bayern's Boateng says sorry for red card (Dec 7, 2012 15:10 GMT)
Bayern Munich defender Jerome Boateng has said sorry for his red card against BATE Borisov in the Champions League - but added that he felt he should not have been sent off.
Fabregas wants Arsenal reunion in Champs League (Dec 7, 2012 11:52 GMT)
Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fabregas has said he hopes to be drawn against his former club Arsenal in the last 16 of the Champions League.
Chelsea income hit by Champions League exit (Dec 7, 2012 10:03 GMT)
Chelsea will lose up to £20 million in income compared to last year after they were knocked out of the Champions League in the group stages.
UEFA Europa League
Villas-Boas targets Europa showdown with Chelsea (Dec 7, 2012 23:24 GMT)
Andre Villas-Boas insists group stage drop-outs from the Champions League shouldn't be allowed to enter the Europa League, singling out his former employers Chelsea as a target for his side.
Rodgers: Liverpool's luck is turning after Europa win (Dec 7, 2012 22:31 GMT)
Brendan Rodgers has admitted Liverpool were 'lucky' to seal progression to the knockout stages of the Europa League after a last-ditch miss from Udinese captain Antonio di Natale in the 1-0 win on Thursday.
Pardew keen to alter Newcastle's squad in January (Dec 7, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Alan Pardew is hopeful of sending a new-look Newcastle side into the second round of the Europa League after the January transfer window.
Global
Veron set for Estudiantes development role (Dec 7, 2012 16:22 GMT)
Juan Sebastian Veron is to return to former club Estudiantes to overhaul the club's internal structures and implement a Barcelona-style youth academy, according to reports in Argentina.
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English Premier League
Lambert impressed with Clark progress (Dec 7, 2012 23:54 GMT)
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert believes defender Ciaran Clark can shine in the face of Stoke's aerial threat when the two clubs meet under the watchful gaze of Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni on Saturday.
Mancini: We needed transfer chief in summer
(Dec 7, 2012 23:48 GMT)Roberto Mancini believes the lack of a chief executive played a major role in Manchester City missing out on their chief targets in the summer transfer market.
Mancini: Man U favored for title ahead of derby
(Dec 7, 2012 22:09 GMT)Marouane Fellaini made significant contributions at both ends as Everton frustrated champion Manchester City yet again Saturday.
Benitez confident of improvement after Nordsjaelland win (Dec 7, 2012 20:07 GMT)
Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez has claimed the 6-1 win over Nordsjaelland has already had a transformative effect on his squad, and feels such performances will help turn the tide of fan opinion about him.
Giroud relishing life at Arsenal (Dec 7, 2012 19:49 GMT)
Olivier Giroud says he is falling in love with English football after finally finding his feet at Arsenal.
Neville: Mancini needs to retain title (Dec 7, 2012 17:20 GMT)
Former Manchester United captain Gary Neville believes Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini could lose his job if he fails to retain the Premier League title.
Borini eager to return back from injury (Dec 7, 2012 16:42 GMT)
Liverpool striker Fabio Borini wants to help fire the club to Europa League success when he returns from foot surgery.
Henderson wants to add to Liverpool goal tally
(Dec 7, 2012 16:35 GMT)Liverpool midfielder Jordan Henderson has vowed to improve his scoring record after grabbing the goal that extended the club's Europa League campaign.
Man City waiting on Silva fitness (Dec 7, 2012 15:35 GMT)
Roberto Mancini is giving injured midfielder David Silva every chance of making Manchester City's starting line-up for Sunday's derby with Manchester United.
Sam Allardyce excited by Olympic Stadium plans (Dec 7, 2012 14:27 GMT)
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce has spoken of his excitement of the club being the "preferred bidder" for tenancy at the Olympic Stadium, while he is not worried about losing the raucous Upton Park atmosphere.
Allardyce: No problem with Dublin trip (Dec 7, 2012 14:27 GMT)
West Ham manager Sam Allardyce says he is satisfied with the behaviour of Andy Carroll and the rest of the squad during the players' recent trip to Dublin.
Lambert: Stoke about more than muscle (Dec 7, 2012 14:26 GMT)
Paul Lambert believes his improving Aston Villa side are in good shape to handle the challenge of in-form Stoke City on Saturday.
Cattermole out for up to two months with knee injury (Dec 7, 2012 13:43 GMT)
Sunderland have been dealt a blow with the news that captain Lee Cattermole faces up to two months on the sidelines with a knee injury.
Owen points finger at Liverpool over fitness (Dec 7, 2012 12:56 GMT)
Michael Owen has agreed with his former boss Sir Alex Ferguson and blamed Liverpool for causing his injury strewn career by over-using him as a youngster.
West Brom academy status upgraded (Dec 7, 2012 12:51 GMT)
Dan Ashworth will leave West Bromwich Albion next year with the club in ideal position after ensuring the club's Academy has been awarded Category One status under the new Elite Player Performance Plan.
Ferguson: It's United or City for the title (Dec 7, 2012 12:42 GMT)
Sir Alex Ferguson believes the Premier League title race is already down to two - and he would not be surprised if the two derbies prove crucial in deciding whether the trophy ends up with Manchester United or Manchester City.
Wenger calls on fans to get behind the team
(Dec 7, 2012 12:00 GMT)Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has asked the club's supporters to back his team as they look to revive their season against West Bromwich Albion on Saturday.
Mancini: City must not lose (Dec 7, 2012 11:38 GMT)
Roberto Mancini says Manchester City cannot afford to lose Sunday's derby against Manchester United at the Etihad, with his side three points behind Sir Alex Ferguson's leaders.
Mancini hits back over Sir Alex Ferguson criticism (Dec 7, 2012 11:31 GMT)
Roberto Mancini hit back at Sir Alex Ferguson for his criticisms of Manchester City's European record by joking he has another dozen years to win the Champions League.
Clarke defends Wenger (Dec 7, 2012 10:50 GMT)
West Bromwich Albion head coach Steve Clarke is amazed by the criticism being directed at Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger and feels it shows a lack of respect for the Frenchman's longevity and achievements in the Premier League.
Stoke boss Pulis fires Shotton warning (Dec 7, 2012 10:27 GMT)
Tony Pulis has held talks with Ryan Shotton to avoid the Stoke-born defender wasting his talent and dropping out of his long-term plans at the Britannia Stadium.
Referees' union dismayed by 'lenient' Mikel ban (Dec 7, 2012 08:07 GMT)
The referee's trade union has said it was 'dismayed' at the FA's decision to ban Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel for three matches for confronting official Mark Clattenburg after the Premier League clash against Manchester United back in October.
Arteta admits 'people are hurting' at Arsenal (Dec 7, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Arsenal midfielder Mikel Arteta admits "people are hurting" inside Arsene Wenger's dressing room after their recent slump in fortunes, and the Spaniard is expecting a positive reaction in Saturday's game against West Bromwich Albion at Emirates Stadi
Mata defends under-fire Terry and Torres (Dec 7, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Chelsea midfielder Juan Mata has offered up a robust character reference for much-maligned Blues skipper John Terry and admitted he sympathises with his skipper after his reputation has been soiled by a series of high profile scandals.
Premier League Spotlight: Careful what you wish for (Dec 7, 2012 08:00 GMT)
In this week's Premier League Spotlight, James Dall says it is unfair to point the finger solely at Wenger for Arsenal's demise.
English FA Cup
Bradford expelled from FA Cup (Dec 7, 2012 12:30 GMT)
League Two Bradford City have been expelled from the FA Cup after fielding an ineligible player in their second round match against Brentford last Friday.
French National Team
Deschamps to stay with France until 2016 (Dec 7, 2012 09:40 GMT)
Didier Deschamps looks likely to remain as France coach until the country hosts Euro 2016 after being told he would not automatically be sacked if the national team failed to qualify for the next World Cup.
French Ligue 1
Bastia forced to play OM behind closed doors (Dec 7, 2012 14:45 GMT)
Bastia will play their upcoming Ligue 1 encounter with Marseille behind closed doors after the Corsican club was punished by French football authorities for fan violence.
Ancelotti laughs off talk of Jose job swap (Dec 7, 2012 13:59 GMT)
Carlo Ancelotti has said he can see himself coaching Real Madrid in the future - but the Paris Saint-Germain boss described rumours of a potential job swap with Real's Jose Mourinho as "a fantasy".
Aubameyang rouses his team-mates for Rhone derby (Dec 7, 2012 09:59 GMT)
St Etienne striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has called on his team-mates to "fight like men" to beat Ligue 1 leaders Lyon in Sunday's Rhone derby.
German National Team
German chief backs continent-wide Euro 2020 (Dec 7, 2012 10:22 GMT)
German Football Association (DFB) president Wolfgang Niersbach has praised the decision to stage Euro 2020 across the continent, while also confirming that Germany hope to be in the running as one its hosts.
German Bundesliga
Gomez hails Bundesliga strength (Dec 7, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Bayern Munich striker Mario Gomez believes the Bundesliga is perhaps the best competition in Europe at the moment, given the performances of German teams in the Champions League recently.
Italian Serie A
Juve's Pepe faces long spell on sidelines (Dec 7, 2012 13:32 GMT)
Juventus say utility player Simone Pepe will be "out of action for a long time" after suffering a second tear to his left thigh muscle.
Juve coach Conte back on the bench (Dec 7, 2012 11:29 GMT)
Juventus coach Antonio Conte will be back on the bench for the first time this season at Palermo when his suspension comes to an end on Sunday.
Sneijder to avoid trouble over tweet (Dec 7, 2012 11:12 GMT)
Inter Milan head coach Andrea Stramaccioni said that Wesley Sneijder revealing he would not be in the team for Thursday night's Europa League match against Neftci is "nothing serious".
Spanish Primera División
Karanka keeping quiet on Jose exit rumours
(Dec 7, 2012 15:57 GMT)Real Madrid assistant coach Aitor Karanka believes the rumours surrounding Jose Mourinho's future at the club are not worth commenting on.
Bielsa: Llorente should get used to boos (Dec 7, 2012 15:45 GMT)
Athletic Bilbao manager Marcelo Bielsa has suggested that Fernando Llorente will have to get used to being unpopular with his club's fans, after the striker was again whistled from the stands during Thursday's underwhelming 0-0 Europa League draw wit
Barcelona trio fit to return (Dec 7, 2012 11:40 GMT)
Tito Vilanova's injury problems appear to be clearing up with injured trio Alexis Sanchez, Daniel Alves and Marc Bartra all nearing returns ahead of Barcelona's trip to Real Betis on Sunday.
ESPN FC Quiniela - Week 15 - Home ground advantage (Dec 7, 2012 08:14 GMT)
In the latest Quiniela, Eduardo Alvarez predicts La Liga's out of form away teams to continue their struggle.
Europe
FA 'push' for Euro 2020 final at Wembley (Dec 7, 2012 23:46 GMT)
Football Association chairman David Bernstein insists Wembley should host the Euro 2020 final, despite UEFA's decision to stage the tournament in up to 13 cities across the continent.
EPL bosses give Euro 2020 mixed reviews
(Dec 7, 2012 19:42 GMT)UEFA's plan to stage Euro 2020 across the continent met with a mixed reaction from England's Premier League managers
Dutch police arrest fourth suspect in attack (Dec 7, 2012 17:47 GMT)
Dutch police have arrested a fourth soccer player suspected of involvement in a brutal beating that left a volunteer linesman dead after a youth match last weekend.
Platini: Decision on Europa League coming in '14 (Dec 7, 2012 17:21 GMT)
UEFA president Michel Platini said Friday that no decision has been made to scrap the Europa League, and added that the future of Europe's second-tier competition will not be decided for at least another year.
UEFA Champions League
Bayern's Boateng says sorry for red card (Dec 7, 2012 15:10 GMT)
Bayern Munich defender Jerome Boateng has said sorry for his red card against BATE Borisov in the Champions League - but added that he felt he should not have been sent off.
Fabregas wants Arsenal reunion in Champs League (Dec 7, 2012 11:52 GMT)
Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fabregas has said he hopes to be drawn against his former club Arsenal in the last 16 of the Champions League.
Chelsea income hit by Champions League exit (Dec 7, 2012 10:03 GMT)
Chelsea will lose up to £20 million in income compared to last year after they were knocked out of the Champions League in the group stages.
UEFA Europa League
Villas-Boas targets Europa showdown with Chelsea (Dec 7, 2012 23:24 GMT)
Andre Villas-Boas insists group stage drop-outs from the Champions League shouldn't be allowed to enter the Europa League, singling out his former employers Chelsea as a target for his side.
Rodgers: Liverpool's luck is turning after Europa win (Dec 7, 2012 22:31 GMT)
Brendan Rodgers has admitted Liverpool were 'lucky' to seal progression to the knockout stages of the Europa League after a last-ditch miss from Udinese captain Antonio di Natale in the 1-0 win on Thursday.
Pardew keen to alter Newcastle's squad in January (Dec 7, 2012 08:00 GMT)
Alan Pardew is hopeful of sending a new-look Newcastle side into the second round of the Europa League after the January transfer window.
Global
Veron set for Estudiantes development role (Dec 7, 2012 16:22 GMT)
Juan Sebastian Veron is to return to former club Estudiantes to overhaul the club's internal structures and implement a Barcelona-style youth academy, according to reports in Argentina.
