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English Premier League
Benitez: Real Madrid my 'sweetheart' club (Feb 19, 2013 5:48 PM ET)
Rafael Benitez has described Real Madrid as his sporting "sweetheart", as speculation mounts that he could be in line to replace Jose Mourinho at the Bernabeu next summer.
Anderson not looking to leave United (Feb 19, 2013 5:30 PM ET)
Anderson has insisted that he wants to stay at Manchester United but admitted it is not easy to play for the Premier League leaders.
Gold: Big Sam's our man at West Ham (Feb 19, 2013 1:50 PM ET)
West Ham co-chairman David Gold has given his backing to manager Sam Allardyce.
Bassong confident of Canaries' survival (Feb 19, 2013 12:57 PM ET)
Sebastien Bassong has said he believes Norwich City will bounce back from their current disappointing run of form and ensure they are still a Premier League club next season.
Frimpong hoping to improve at Fulham (Feb 19, 2013 11:25 AM ET)
Emmanuel Frimpong was pleased with his Fulham debut and is hoping to improve during his loan spell at Craven Cottage.
Anderson: United players targeting Treble (Feb 19, 2013 10:16 AM ET)
Anderson has declared that everyone at Manchester United is determined to do the Treble and lift the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League trophies this season.
Gera must prove fitness for new deal (Feb 19, 2013 9:02 AM ET)
Zoltan Gera has been assured his contract situation at West Bromwich Albion will not be an issue if he proves his fitness after another serious knee injury.
QPR boss Redknapp hopeful of Utd upset (Feb 19, 2013 8:53 AM ET)
Queens Park Rangers manager Harry Redknapp remains optimistic that his struggling side could pick up a surprise result against Premier League leaders Manchester United this weekend.
Shea in line for Stoke debut (Feb 19, 2013 6:46 AM ET)
Tony Pulis is considering handing Brek Shea his Premier League debut against Fulham this weekend.
Ben Arfa: I could have been like Messi (Feb 19, 2013 5:38 AM ET)
Newcastle United midfielder Hatem Ben Arfa believes he could have been as good as Lionel Messi if only he had grown up more quickly.
Wenger receives Arsenal board backing (Feb 19, 2013 5:38 AM ET)
Arsenal chairman Peter Hill-Wood has thrown his support behind manager Arsene Wenger following his outburst at a press conference on Monday.
Ba braced to fight for his place in Chelsea's XI (Feb 19, 2013 4:46 AM ET)
Demba Ba has told French radio station RMC he will thrive on the competition for places at Chelsea, promising: "I won't let myself be pushed around."
Kolo: Mancini's job depends on cup (Feb 19, 2013 3:43 AM ET)
Kolo Toure believes Manchester City have to win the FA Cup this season to ensure that Roberto Mancini remains at Eastlands.
Lucas: Liverpool buoyed by Coutinho (Feb 19, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Liverpool midfielder Lucas Leiva believes Reds new boy Philippe Coutinho can become one of the club's great players after scoring in his full debut on the weekend.
Terry hopeful of stay for Lampard (Feb 19, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Chelsea captain John Terry has piled the pressure on Stamford Bridge chiefs to hand team-mate Frank Lampard a new contract after admitting the prospect of his long-term fellow Blues legend playing for another club next season is too much to bear.
Albion's claim as pride of the Midlands (Feb 19, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
West Bromwich Albion's rise and Aston Villa's fall has sparked a shift in the West Midlands power tide, David Instone writes.
English League Championship
Championship: Hull pounce as Cardiff slip up (Feb 19, 2013 5:31 PM ET)
Cardiff's lead at the top of the Championship was cut to five points by Hull after the Bluebirds were beaten 2-0 by Brighton.
League clubs set to vote on loan rule changes (Feb 19, 2013 11:03 AM ET)
Football League clubs are to vote on changes to the rules governing the loan system this summer, a League spokesman has said.
Ince focused on avoiding relegation (Feb 19, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Incumbent Blackpool manager Paul Ince has set an early target for his managerial career at Bloomfield Road, insisting his side must immediately concentrate on avoiding relegation.
English FA Cup
Manager Paul Buckle leaves Cup heroes Luton (Feb 19, 2013 12:59 PM ET)
Luton Town manager Paul Buckle has left the club by mutual consent days after their FA Cup fifth round defeat at home to Millwall.
Ferguson praises Nani impact (Feb 19, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Sir Alex Ferguson has praised Manchester United winger Nani for providing a selection headache at Old Trafford by pressing his case to start with a decisive cameo in the 2-1 FA Cup victory over Reading.
French Ligue 1
Barton doesn't fear Becks (Feb 19, 2013 12:28 PM ET)
Marseille midfielder Joey Barton is unconcerned by the prospect of facing David Beckham in Ligue 1 this weekend.
Montpellier president 'won't cry' if Girard leaves (Feb 19, 2013 8:16 AM ET)
Montpellier president Louis Nicollin has vowed he will not shed a tear if Ligue 1-winning coach Rene Girard decides to leave the club come the season's end.
Beckham poised for PSG debut (Feb 19, 2013 5:18 AM ET)
Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed David Beckham will be available to make his Ligue 1 debut against Marseille on Sunday, and hopes the veteran can bring to Paris Saint-Germain what Ryan Giggs provides Manchester United.
German Bundesliga
Robert Lewandowski to miss two further games (Feb 19, 2013 1:35 PM ET)
Borussia Dortmund's attempt to appeal the red card shown to striker Robert Lewandowski during their defeat against Hamburg has been dismissed.
Italian Serie A
Conte named coach of the year, Pirlo prize (Feb 19, 2013 3:04 AM ET)
Juventus boss Antonio Conte has won the much coveted Panchina d'Oro award as Serie A's best coach while his star midfielder, Andrea Pirlo, was awarded the Giacomo Bulgarelli trophy.
Spanish National Team
Rafa Benitez: I would consider Spain job (Feb 19, 2013 6:08 AM ET)
Chelsea interim coach Rafael Benitez says he could manage Spain in the future.
Spanish Primera División
Abel Resino demands intensity from Celta Vigo (Feb 19, 2013 11:33 AM ET)
Incoming Celta Vigo coach Abel Resino says his new side must show more competitive spirit and intensity between now and the end of the season if they want to remain in the Primera Division.
Valencia defender Rami to miss PSG game (Feb 19, 2013 10:28 AM ET)
Valencia defender Adil Rami has been ruled out for three weeks after suffering a thigh tear, meaning he will miss the second leg of the club's Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain on March 6.
Del Bosque: Mourinho and I are very different (Feb 19, 2013 7:18 AM ET)
Spain coach Vicente Del Bosque says there are no specific characteristics that make a world-class coach, pointing to the contrast between his "calm" style of management and more "aggressive" approach preferred by Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho.
Dani Alves wants Neymar at Barcelona (Feb 19, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Barcelona's Dani Alves has urged Brazilian compatriot to join him at the Spanish giants as speculation continues to build over the young star's future.
Europe
Barton dismisses Beckham before PSG game
(Feb 19, 2013 7:02 PM ET)
Marseille midfielder Joey Barton took a gentle swipe at David Beckham on Tuesday.
Moutinho goal gives Porto 1-0 win over Malaga (Feb 19, 2013 5:18 PM ET)
Joao Moutinho's second-half goal earned Porto a 1-0 lead to take to Spain for the second leg of itsr Champions League last-16 clash with Malaga.
Bayern in command after rout at Arsenal (Feb 19, 2013 5:07 PM ET)
Bayern Munich seized on the uncertainty sweeping through Arsenal to claim a 3-1 victory in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 match on Tuesday
Spartak Moscow strike $40 million stadium deal (Feb 19, 2013 9:59 AM ET)
Spartak Moscow have sold the naming rights to their unfinished stadium to a local bank for more than $40 million.
Marotta: Clubs in Europe need fixture help (Feb 19, 2013 5:09 AM ET)
Beppe Marotta says Italian clubs are disadvantaged in Europe and called upon league authorities to help alleviate fixture congestion for club's involved in continental competition.
Heynckes putting future plans on hold (Feb 19, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Bayern Munich boss Jupp Heynckes has quashed speculation about his future, insisting he is determined not to let it disrupt his side's domestic and European campaigns.
UEFA Champions League
Pellegrini fumes over 'offside' Porto winner
(Feb 19, 2013 6:53 PM ET)
Arsenal's miserable week continued as runaway Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich produced a European masterclass at the Emirates to take a commanding 3-1 Champions League first leg lead.
Arsenal haunted by familiar February failure (Feb 19, 2013 6:14 PM ET)
John Brewin watched Arsenal fall to superior opposition at the Emirates, as Bayern took control of their tie.
Wenger praises Bayern Munich's quality (Feb 19, 2013 6:00 PM ET)
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger praised opponents Bayern Munich for the quality of their performance in taking a 3-1 Champions League lead at the Emirates.
Moutinho: Porto deserved win against Malaga (Feb 19, 2013 5:48 PM ET)
Porto goalscorer Joao Moutinho believed his side got the result they deserved as they beat Malaga 1-0 in the Champions League last-16 first leg.
UCL: Bayern deepen Arsenal gloom (Feb 19, 2013 5:15 PM ET)
Arsenal's miserable week continued as runaway Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich produced a European masterclass at the Emirates to take a commanding 3-1 Champions League first leg lead.
Wilshere: Don't blame the boss (Feb 19, 2013 5:12 PM ET)
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere rushed to the defence of besieged manager Arsene Wenger after his side's crumbling season suffered another hammer blow as Bayern Munich took a giant step towards the Champions League quarter-finals with a 3-1 win at E
Roura: Barcelona are not favourites to beat Milan (Feb 19, 2013 5:05 PM ET)
Barcelona stand-in coach Jordi Roura has flatly rejected the idea that his side are firm favourites on both form and history for their Champions League last-16 first leg against AC Milan at the San Siro on Wednesday evening.
Carles Puyol: Barcelona want treble glory (Feb 19, 2013 2:22 PM ET)
Carles Puyol says he sees Wednesday evening's Champions League last-16 first leg against AC Milan at the San Siro as an important step along the way to a potential treble for Barcelona this season.
Pepe dreaming of UCL final against Porto (Feb 19, 2013 1:17 PM ET)
Real Madrid defender Pepe says he is dreaming of a Champions League final between his current team and former side Porto.
Terim turns to Drogba and Sneijder (Feb 19, 2013 1:09 PM ET)
Galatasaray coach Fatih Terim thinks that the signings of Didier Drogba and Wesley Sneijder have improved his side as they prepare to take on Schalke in the Champions League last-16.
Podolski optimistic of progression past Bayern (Feb 19, 2013 7:24 AM ET)
Arsenal's Lukas Podolski believes his former side Bayern Munich are among the best teams in Europe but over two legs the Gunners can beat them in their Champions League last 16 tie.
Zambrotta: Barca likely to beat Milan (Feb 19, 2013 6:20 AM ET)
Former AC Milan and Barcelona full-back Gianluca Zambrotta says the Blaugrana are better placed to progress from their Champions League tie.
Camacho: Porto 'no better than Milan' (Feb 19, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Defender Ignacio Camacho has claimed Malaga has no fear heading into its last-16 Champions League bout against FC Porto after labelling the Portuguese champions as 'no better than Milan'.
UEFA Europa League
Enrique: Liverpool can overturn Zenit deficit (Feb 19, 2013 10:18 AM ET)
Liverpool defender Jose Enrique believe he and his team-mates are capable of advancing from the Europa League last-32, despite last week's first leg defeat to Zenit St Petersburg.
Sir Bobby can inspire Newcastle, Ameobi says (Feb 19, 2013 9:45 AM ET)
Shola Ameobi believes that Newcastle United can take strength from the spirit of Sir Bobby Robson as they prepare for their Europa League tie at Metalist Kharkiv on Thursday.
Global
Thai FA to investigate Cup final bribe claim (Feb 19, 2013 11:05 AM ET)
The Thai Football Association has begun an investigation into claims that November's Thai FA Cup final was the subject of attempted match-fixing.
Santos punished over coin-throwing at Ganso (Feb 19, 2013 7:56 AM ET)
Brazilian side Santos have been given a one-match home ban as a result of supporters throwing coins at former player Paulo Henrique Ganso.
Fears grow as Maracana workers threaten strike (Feb 19, 2013 4:41 AM ET)
Workers on the Maracana stadium in Brazil refused to work on Monday as fears grew that Brazil will not be ready to host the 2013 Confederations Cup.
Israeli club urged to stand against racism (Feb 19, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
The Beitar Jerusalem football club is set to be probed by Israeli police as part of a crackdown on racism in the country's professional football league.
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English Premier League
Benitez: Real Madrid my 'sweetheart' club (Feb 19, 2013 5:48 PM ET)
Rafael Benitez has described Real Madrid as his sporting "sweetheart", as speculation mounts that he could be in line to replace Jose Mourinho at the Bernabeu next summer.
Anderson not looking to leave United (Feb 19, 2013 5:30 PM ET)
Anderson has insisted that he wants to stay at Manchester United but admitted it is not easy to play for the Premier League leaders.
Gold: Big Sam's our man at West Ham (Feb 19, 2013 1:50 PM ET)
West Ham co-chairman David Gold has given his backing to manager Sam Allardyce.
Bassong confident of Canaries' survival (Feb 19, 2013 12:57 PM ET)
Sebastien Bassong has said he believes Norwich City will bounce back from their current disappointing run of form and ensure they are still a Premier League club next season.
Frimpong hoping to improve at Fulham (Feb 19, 2013 11:25 AM ET)
Emmanuel Frimpong was pleased with his Fulham debut and is hoping to improve during his loan spell at Craven Cottage.
Anderson: United players targeting Treble (Feb 19, 2013 10:16 AM ET)
Anderson has declared that everyone at Manchester United is determined to do the Treble and lift the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League trophies this season.
Gera must prove fitness for new deal (Feb 19, 2013 9:02 AM ET)
Zoltan Gera has been assured his contract situation at West Bromwich Albion will not be an issue if he proves his fitness after another serious knee injury.
QPR boss Redknapp hopeful of Utd upset (Feb 19, 2013 8:53 AM ET)
Queens Park Rangers manager Harry Redknapp remains optimistic that his struggling side could pick up a surprise result against Premier League leaders Manchester United this weekend.
Shea in line for Stoke debut (Feb 19, 2013 6:46 AM ET)
Tony Pulis is considering handing Brek Shea his Premier League debut against Fulham this weekend.
Ben Arfa: I could have been like Messi (Feb 19, 2013 5:38 AM ET)
Newcastle United midfielder Hatem Ben Arfa believes he could have been as good as Lionel Messi if only he had grown up more quickly.
Wenger receives Arsenal board backing (Feb 19, 2013 5:38 AM ET)
Arsenal chairman Peter Hill-Wood has thrown his support behind manager Arsene Wenger following his outburst at a press conference on Monday.
Ba braced to fight for his place in Chelsea's XI (Feb 19, 2013 4:46 AM ET)
Demba Ba has told French radio station RMC he will thrive on the competition for places at Chelsea, promising: "I won't let myself be pushed around."
Kolo: Mancini's job depends on cup (Feb 19, 2013 3:43 AM ET)
Kolo Toure believes Manchester City have to win the FA Cup this season to ensure that Roberto Mancini remains at Eastlands.
Lucas: Liverpool buoyed by Coutinho (Feb 19, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Liverpool midfielder Lucas Leiva believes Reds new boy Philippe Coutinho can become one of the club's great players after scoring in his full debut on the weekend.
Terry hopeful of stay for Lampard (Feb 19, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Chelsea captain John Terry has piled the pressure on Stamford Bridge chiefs to hand team-mate Frank Lampard a new contract after admitting the prospect of his long-term fellow Blues legend playing for another club next season is too much to bear.
Albion's claim as pride of the Midlands (Feb 19, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
West Bromwich Albion's rise and Aston Villa's fall has sparked a shift in the West Midlands power tide, David Instone writes.
English League Championship
Championship: Hull pounce as Cardiff slip up (Feb 19, 2013 5:31 PM ET)
Cardiff's lead at the top of the Championship was cut to five points by Hull after the Bluebirds were beaten 2-0 by Brighton.
League clubs set to vote on loan rule changes (Feb 19, 2013 11:03 AM ET)
Football League clubs are to vote on changes to the rules governing the loan system this summer, a League spokesman has said.
Ince focused on avoiding relegation (Feb 19, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Incumbent Blackpool manager Paul Ince has set an early target for his managerial career at Bloomfield Road, insisting his side must immediately concentrate on avoiding relegation.
English FA Cup
Manager Paul Buckle leaves Cup heroes Luton (Feb 19, 2013 12:59 PM ET)
Luton Town manager Paul Buckle has left the club by mutual consent days after their FA Cup fifth round defeat at home to Millwall.
Ferguson praises Nani impact (Feb 19, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Sir Alex Ferguson has praised Manchester United winger Nani for providing a selection headache at Old Trafford by pressing his case to start with a decisive cameo in the 2-1 FA Cup victory over Reading.
French Ligue 1
Barton doesn't fear Becks (Feb 19, 2013 12:28 PM ET)
Marseille midfielder Joey Barton is unconcerned by the prospect of facing David Beckham in Ligue 1 this weekend.
Montpellier president 'won't cry' if Girard leaves (Feb 19, 2013 8:16 AM ET)
Montpellier president Louis Nicollin has vowed he will not shed a tear if Ligue 1-winning coach Rene Girard decides to leave the club come the season's end.
Beckham poised for PSG debut (Feb 19, 2013 5:18 AM ET)
Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed David Beckham will be available to make his Ligue 1 debut against Marseille on Sunday, and hopes the veteran can bring to Paris Saint-Germain what Ryan Giggs provides Manchester United.
German Bundesliga
Robert Lewandowski to miss two further games (Feb 19, 2013 1:35 PM ET)
Borussia Dortmund's attempt to appeal the red card shown to striker Robert Lewandowski during their defeat against Hamburg has been dismissed.
Italian Serie A
Conte named coach of the year, Pirlo prize (Feb 19, 2013 3:04 AM ET)
Juventus boss Antonio Conte has won the much coveted Panchina d'Oro award as Serie A's best coach while his star midfielder, Andrea Pirlo, was awarded the Giacomo Bulgarelli trophy.
Spanish National Team
Rafa Benitez: I would consider Spain job (Feb 19, 2013 6:08 AM ET)
Chelsea interim coach Rafael Benitez says he could manage Spain in the future.
Spanish Primera División
Abel Resino demands intensity from Celta Vigo (Feb 19, 2013 11:33 AM ET)
Incoming Celta Vigo coach Abel Resino says his new side must show more competitive spirit and intensity between now and the end of the season if they want to remain in the Primera Division.
Valencia defender Rami to miss PSG game (Feb 19, 2013 10:28 AM ET)
Valencia defender Adil Rami has been ruled out for three weeks after suffering a thigh tear, meaning he will miss the second leg of the club's Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain on March 6.
Del Bosque: Mourinho and I are very different (Feb 19, 2013 7:18 AM ET)
Spain coach Vicente Del Bosque says there are no specific characteristics that make a world-class coach, pointing to the contrast between his "calm" style of management and more "aggressive" approach preferred by Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho.
Dani Alves wants Neymar at Barcelona (Feb 19, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Barcelona's Dani Alves has urged Brazilian compatriot to join him at the Spanish giants as speculation continues to build over the young star's future.
Europe
Barton dismisses Beckham before PSG game
(Feb 19, 2013 7:02 PM ET)Marseille midfielder Joey Barton took a gentle swipe at David Beckham on Tuesday.
Moutinho goal gives Porto 1-0 win over Malaga
(Feb 19, 2013 5:18 PM ET)Joao Moutinho's second-half goal earned Porto a 1-0 lead to take to Spain for the second leg of itsr Champions League last-16 clash with Malaga.
Bayern in command after rout at Arsenal
(Feb 19, 2013 5:07 PM ET)Bayern Munich seized on the uncertainty sweeping through Arsenal to claim a 3-1 victory in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 match on Tuesday
Spartak Moscow strike $40 million stadium deal (Feb 19, 2013 9:59 AM ET)
Spartak Moscow have sold the naming rights to their unfinished stadium to a local bank for more than $40 million.
Marotta: Clubs in Europe need fixture help (Feb 19, 2013 5:09 AM ET)
Beppe Marotta says Italian clubs are disadvantaged in Europe and called upon league authorities to help alleviate fixture congestion for club's involved in continental competition.
Heynckes putting future plans on hold (Feb 19, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Bayern Munich boss Jupp Heynckes has quashed speculation about his future, insisting he is determined not to let it disrupt his side's domestic and European campaigns.
UEFA Champions League
Pellegrini fumes over 'offside' Porto winner
(Feb 19, 2013 6:53 PM ET)Arsenal's miserable week continued as runaway Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich produced a European masterclass at the Emirates to take a commanding 3-1 Champions League first leg lead.
Arsenal haunted by familiar February failure (Feb 19, 2013 6:14 PM ET)
John Brewin watched Arsenal fall to superior opposition at the Emirates, as Bayern took control of their tie.
Wenger praises Bayern Munich's quality (Feb 19, 2013 6:00 PM ET)
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger praised opponents Bayern Munich for the quality of their performance in taking a 3-1 Champions League lead at the Emirates.
Moutinho: Porto deserved win against Malaga (Feb 19, 2013 5:48 PM ET)
Porto goalscorer Joao Moutinho believed his side got the result they deserved as they beat Malaga 1-0 in the Champions League last-16 first leg.
UCL: Bayern deepen Arsenal gloom (Feb 19, 2013 5:15 PM ET)
Arsenal's miserable week continued as runaway Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich produced a European masterclass at the Emirates to take a commanding 3-1 Champions League first leg lead.
Wilshere: Don't blame the boss (Feb 19, 2013 5:12 PM ET)
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere rushed to the defence of besieged manager Arsene Wenger after his side's crumbling season suffered another hammer blow as Bayern Munich took a giant step towards the Champions League quarter-finals with a 3-1 win at E
Roura: Barcelona are not favourites to beat Milan (Feb 19, 2013 5:05 PM ET)
Barcelona stand-in coach Jordi Roura has flatly rejected the idea that his side are firm favourites on both form and history for their Champions League last-16 first leg against AC Milan at the San Siro on Wednesday evening.
Carles Puyol: Barcelona want treble glory (Feb 19, 2013 2:22 PM ET)
Carles Puyol says he sees Wednesday evening's Champions League last-16 first leg against AC Milan at the San Siro as an important step along the way to a potential treble for Barcelona this season.
Pepe dreaming of UCL final against Porto (Feb 19, 2013 1:17 PM ET)
Real Madrid defender Pepe says he is dreaming of a Champions League final between his current team and former side Porto.
Terim turns to Drogba and Sneijder (Feb 19, 2013 1:09 PM ET)
Galatasaray coach Fatih Terim thinks that the signings of Didier Drogba and Wesley Sneijder have improved his side as they prepare to take on Schalke in the Champions League last-16.
Podolski optimistic of progression past Bayern (Feb 19, 2013 7:24 AM ET)
Arsenal's Lukas Podolski believes his former side Bayern Munich are among the best teams in Europe but over two legs the Gunners can beat them in their Champions League last 16 tie.
Zambrotta: Barca likely to beat Milan (Feb 19, 2013 6:20 AM ET)
Former AC Milan and Barcelona full-back Gianluca Zambrotta says the Blaugrana are better placed to progress from their Champions League tie.
Camacho: Porto 'no better than Milan' (Feb 19, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
Defender Ignacio Camacho has claimed Malaga has no fear heading into its last-16 Champions League bout against FC Porto after labelling the Portuguese champions as 'no better than Milan'.
UEFA Europa League
Enrique: Liverpool can overturn Zenit deficit (Feb 19, 2013 10:18 AM ET)
Liverpool defender Jose Enrique believe he and his team-mates are capable of advancing from the Europa League last-32, despite last week's first leg defeat to Zenit St Petersburg.
Sir Bobby can inspire Newcastle, Ameobi says (Feb 19, 2013 9:45 AM ET)
Shola Ameobi believes that Newcastle United can take strength from the spirit of Sir Bobby Robson as they prepare for their Europa League tie at Metalist Kharkiv on Thursday.
Global
Thai FA to investigate Cup final bribe claim (Feb 19, 2013 11:05 AM ET)
The Thai Football Association has begun an investigation into claims that November's Thai FA Cup final was the subject of attempted match-fixing.
Santos punished over coin-throwing at Ganso (Feb 19, 2013 7:56 AM ET)
Brazilian side Santos have been given a one-match home ban as a result of supporters throwing coins at former player Paulo Henrique Ganso.
Fears grow as Maracana workers threaten strike (Feb 19, 2013 4:41 AM ET)
Workers on the Maracana stadium in Brazil refused to work on Monday as fears grew that Brazil will not be ready to host the 2013 Confederations Cup.
Israeli club urged to stand against racism (Feb 19, 2013 3:00 AM ET)
The Beitar Jerusalem football club is set to be probed by Israeli police as part of a crackdown on racism in the country's professional football league.
