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US
Hejduk added to U.S. training camp roster (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
Columbus Crew defender Frankie Hejduk was added to the U.S. training camp roster Thursday ahead of next month's World Cup qualifier against Mexico.
Carlisle: USSF overview Part 1 (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
Since 2007, the U.S. Soccer Federation has radically overhauled its youth development structure to correct the flaws of the previous system, writes Jeff Carlisle.
MLS
Arena says Beckham will return to Galaxy (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
Galaxy coach Bruce Arena dismissed reports from Italy that David Beckham could stay with AC Milan beyond his current loan.
UEFA Champions League
Wembley to host 2011 Champions League final (Jan 29, 2009 23:58 GMT)
Wembley Stadium has been chosen by UEFA as the venue for the 2011 Champions League final.
English National Team
Capello impressed by Beckham (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
England boss Fabio Capello has confirmed he was impressed by David Beckham's latest performance for AC Milan.
English Premier League
N'Zogbia: ''I'll never play for Joe Kinnear again'' (Jan 30, 2009 00:16 GMT)
Newcastle's Charles N'Zogbia says that he will never play for Joe Kinnear again after the manager ''insulted'' him in a television interview.
Magpies agree fee for Nolan - report (Jan 30, 2009 00:16 GMT)
Newcastle have reportedly agreed a fee with Bolton for their captain Kevin Nolan according to The Evening Chronicle.
Kinnear slams City offer (Jan 30, 2009 00:16 GMT)
Newcastle manager Joe Kinnear has slammed Manchester City's pursuit of Shay Given claiming their offer for the goalkeeper is "derisory" and "an insult" but the player is determined to move on.
Big Sam determined to block Santa Cruz exit (Jan 30, 2009 00:03 GMT)
Blackburn boss Sam Allardyce has told Manchester City time has run out on their attempt to land Roque Santa Cruz.
Villa's Laursen quits international football (Jan 29, 2009 22:20 GMT)
Denmark defender Martin Laursen has announced his retirement from international football.
Kovac claims he's close to West Ham move (Jan 29, 2009 22:14 GMT)
Spartak Moscow midfielder Radoslav Kovac claims he is close to securing a move to West Ham.
West Brom win appeal over Robinson red card (Jan 29, 2009 22:12 GMT)
West Brom defender Paul Robinson has had his red card against Manchester United rescinded by the Football Association.
Megson blasts "pathetic" Bolton supporters (Jan 29, 2009 20:35 GMT)
Furious Bolton boss Gary Megson has slammed the club's supporters as "pathetic'', questioned their intelligence and accused them of creating a hostile atmosphere.
Rafa's rants (Jan 29, 2009 20:05 GMT)
Rafael Benitez's cryptic criticism of his Liverpool team, opponents Wigan and referee Phil Dowd following last night's disappointing 1-1 draw at the JJB Stadium provided the latest entry into his bulging volume of memorable quotes.
Barton falls prey to curse of the metatarsal (Jan 29, 2009 18:22 GMT)
Newcastle have confirmed that Joey Barton has fractured the fifth metatarsal bone in his right foot and is expected to be out for around eight weeks.
Benitez questions Wigan's tactics (Jan 29, 2009 18:20 GMT)
Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez insisted only a "crazy" second half against Wigan prevented his side from rejoining Manchester United at the top of the Premier League table, but also produced a thinly veiled attack on Steve Bruce's tactics.
Portsmouth could end interest in Real's Saviola (Jan 29, 2009 16:51 GMT)
Struggling Portsmouth could end their interest in Real Madrid striker Javier Saviola as they look for a player to produce an instant impact at Fratton Park in the run-in.
FA to look into Kalou ''handcuff'' celebration (Jan 29, 2009 16:26 GMT)
The Football Association have confirmed they will examine video footage of Chelsea striker Salomon Kalou's 'handcuff' goal celebration against Middlesbrough.
Hubbard: Blast from the past the best idea? (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
Norman Hubbard on the pitfalls which may arise following the bizarre reunion at White Hart Lane.
Hubbard: Adams struggling to unite broken Pompey (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
Norman Hubbard on the huge task facing Tony Adams at struggling Portsmouth.
Spanish Primera Liga
La Liga: Pressure mounting on under-achievers (Jan 29, 2009 20:34 GMT)
With Barcelona holding a commanding 12-point lead in the Primera Liga, attention is turning to under-performing clubs such as Real Betis and Atletico Madrid with pressure mounting on their coaches.
Italian Serie A
Napoli duo banned for a year over drugs test (Jan 29, 2009 22:11 GMT)
Napoli winger Daniele Mannini and striker Davide Possanzini have been banned for a year after arriving late for a drugs test when playing for Serie B side Brescia, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) said on Thursday.
Ancelotti applauds another great Beckham display (Jan 29, 2009 20:37 GMT)
AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti hailed David Beckham for "another great game'' after the England midfielder scored in the 1-1 draw against Genoa.
Ranieri admits his Juve team deserved nothing (Jan 29, 2009 20:29 GMT)
Juventus coach Claudio Ranieri admitted Udinese had been the better team and deserved all three points after his side lost 2-1 in Turin.
Serie A: Beckham in fitness battle for Lazio visit (Jan 29, 2009 18:35 GMT)
David Beckham's chances of continuing his impressive form for AC Milan in Sunday's Serie A visit to Lazio (1930) are in doubt because of a leg muscle strain.
Juve tie Marchisio down to new five-year deal (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
Juventus have agreed terms on a five-year contract extension with highly-rated midfielder Claudio Marchisio.
Italian FA: No deadline for Beckham, Pirlo plea (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
The Italian FA have said that AC Milan would not have to bid for David Beckham before the Monday night transfer deadline of 1700 GMT.
On that day: A name to be conjured with (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
John Brewin on how AC Milan flop Luther Blissett became the name on Italian lips.
Hush: Beckham's Milan move benefits all parties (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
If David Beckham swaps Los Angeles for Milan all parties will benefit, says Andrew Hush.
German Bundesliga
Bundesliga: Hoffenheim's title bid under threat (Jan 29, 2009 16:25 GMT)
Hoffenheim's fairytale debut season could be under threat when the Bundesliga resumes after a six-week break, the shock leaders having being hit by injury and suspension at the same time as Bayern Munich found top gear.
Hertha complete signing of defender Cufre (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
Hertha Berlin have confirmed the signing of Argentinian defender Leandro Cufre from French Ligue 1 outfit Monaco.
Lehmann fined for outburst over player rant (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
Stuttgart's veteran goalkeeper Jens Lehmann has been fined an undisclosed sum for publicly criticising his team in the wake of their 5-1 defeat to Bayern Munich in the DFB-Pokal on Tuesday.
French Ligue 1
Ligue 1: Perrin returns to Lyon for derby clash (Jan 29, 2009 20:31 GMT)
Tension will be high on the touchline when St Etienne coach Alain Perrin returns to the Gerland stadium for the Ligue 1 derby against leaders Olympique Lyon on Sunday.
Puel happy with Lyon squad as deadline nears (Jan 29, 2009 18:33 GMT)
Lyon coach Claude Puel believes his side's 1-0 win over Marseille in the Coupe de France proves Les Gones do not necessarily have to add to their squad in January.
Marseille striker Kone suffers broken cheekbone (Jan 29, 2009 18:31 GMT)
Marseille have confirmed forward Bakari Kone fractured his cheekbone during the 1-0 defeat to Lyon in the last 32 of the Coupe de France.
Dutch National Team
De Jong named in Dutch squad for Tunisia (Jan 29, 2009 20:27 GMT)
Manchester City new boy Nigel de Jong is in the 25-man provisional Holland squad named by national coach Bert van Marwijk for the friendly away to Tunisia on February 11.
Dutch Eredivisie
Eredivisie: PSV adjusting to life after Stevens (Jan 29, 2009 20:38 GMT)
PSV Eindhoven are still digesting the news of Huub Stevens' unexpected departure as they prepare for their next Eredivisie match at struggling De Graafschap.
World
U.S. to bid for 2018 and 2022 World Cups (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
At least three countries from Asia's soccer group -- Australia, Qatar and Indonesia -- will bid for the 2018 World Cup.
World Cup 2010
Eriksson finds positives in latest Mexico defeat (Jan 29, 2009 23:55 GMT)
Mexico coach Sven-Goran Eriksson insists there were many positives to be taken from their 1-0 friendly defeat to Sweden.
U.S. to bid for 2018 and 2022 World Cups (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
U.S. Soccer will join the race to host the 2018 or 2022 World Cup, federation president Sunil Gulati said on Thursday.
Eriksson's priorities change as Mexico lose again (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
When Sven-Goran Eriksson took over as Mexico coach last June, the talk was of whether he could lead his new team to the World Cup semi-finals for the first time.
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US
Hejduk added to U.S. training camp roster (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
Columbus Crew defender Frankie Hejduk was added to the U.S. training camp roster Thursday ahead of next month's World Cup qualifier against Mexico.
Carlisle: USSF overview Part 1 (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
Since 2007, the U.S. Soccer Federation has radically overhauled its youth development structure to correct the flaws of the previous system, writes Jeff Carlisle.
MLS
Arena says Beckham will return to Galaxy (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
Galaxy coach Bruce Arena dismissed reports from Italy that David Beckham could stay with AC Milan beyond his current loan.
UEFA Champions League
Wembley to host 2011 Champions League final (Jan 29, 2009 23:58 GMT)
Wembley Stadium has been chosen by UEFA as the venue for the 2011 Champions League final.
English National Team
Capello impressed by Beckham (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
England boss Fabio Capello has confirmed he was impressed by David Beckham's latest performance for AC Milan.
English Premier League
N'Zogbia: ''I'll never play for Joe Kinnear again'' (Jan 30, 2009 00:16 GMT)
Newcastle's Charles N'Zogbia says that he will never play for Joe Kinnear again after the manager ''insulted'' him in a television interview.
Magpies agree fee for Nolan - report (Jan 30, 2009 00:16 GMT)
Newcastle have reportedly agreed a fee with Bolton for their captain Kevin Nolan according to The Evening Chronicle.
Kinnear slams City offer (Jan 30, 2009 00:16 GMT)
Newcastle manager Joe Kinnear has slammed Manchester City's pursuit of Shay Given claiming their offer for the goalkeeper is "derisory" and "an insult" but the player is determined to move on.
Big Sam determined to block Santa Cruz exit (Jan 30, 2009 00:03 GMT)
Blackburn boss Sam Allardyce has told Manchester City time has run out on their attempt to land Roque Santa Cruz.
Villa's Laursen quits international football (Jan 29, 2009 22:20 GMT)
Denmark defender Martin Laursen has announced his retirement from international football.
Kovac claims he's close to West Ham move (Jan 29, 2009 22:14 GMT)
Spartak Moscow midfielder Radoslav Kovac claims he is close to securing a move to West Ham.
West Brom win appeal over Robinson red card (Jan 29, 2009 22:12 GMT)
West Brom defender Paul Robinson has had his red card against Manchester United rescinded by the Football Association.
Megson blasts "pathetic" Bolton supporters (Jan 29, 2009 20:35 GMT)
Furious Bolton boss Gary Megson has slammed the club's supporters as "pathetic'', questioned their intelligence and accused them of creating a hostile atmosphere.
Rafa's rants (Jan 29, 2009 20:05 GMT)
Rafael Benitez's cryptic criticism of his Liverpool team, opponents Wigan and referee Phil Dowd following last night's disappointing 1-1 draw at the JJB Stadium provided the latest entry into his bulging volume of memorable quotes.
Barton falls prey to curse of the metatarsal (Jan 29, 2009 18:22 GMT)
Newcastle have confirmed that Joey Barton has fractured the fifth metatarsal bone in his right foot and is expected to be out for around eight weeks.
Benitez questions Wigan's tactics (Jan 29, 2009 18:20 GMT)
Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez insisted only a "crazy" second half against Wigan prevented his side from rejoining Manchester United at the top of the Premier League table, but also produced a thinly veiled attack on Steve Bruce's tactics.
Portsmouth could end interest in Real's Saviola (Jan 29, 2009 16:51 GMT)
Struggling Portsmouth could end their interest in Real Madrid striker Javier Saviola as they look for a player to produce an instant impact at Fratton Park in the run-in.
FA to look into Kalou ''handcuff'' celebration (Jan 29, 2009 16:26 GMT)
The Football Association have confirmed they will examine video footage of Chelsea striker Salomon Kalou's 'handcuff' goal celebration against Middlesbrough.
Hubbard: Blast from the past the best idea? (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
Norman Hubbard on the pitfalls which may arise following the bizarre reunion at White Hart Lane.
Hubbard: Adams struggling to unite broken Pompey (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
Norman Hubbard on the huge task facing Tony Adams at struggling Portsmouth.
Spanish Primera Liga
La Liga: Pressure mounting on under-achievers (Jan 29, 2009 20:34 GMT)
With Barcelona holding a commanding 12-point lead in the Primera Liga, attention is turning to under-performing clubs such as Real Betis and Atletico Madrid with pressure mounting on their coaches.
Italian Serie A
Napoli duo banned for a year over drugs test (Jan 29, 2009 22:11 GMT)
Napoli winger Daniele Mannini and striker Davide Possanzini have been banned for a year after arriving late for a drugs test when playing for Serie B side Brescia, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) said on Thursday.
Ancelotti applauds another great Beckham display (Jan 29, 2009 20:37 GMT)
AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti hailed David Beckham for "another great game'' after the England midfielder scored in the 1-1 draw against Genoa.
Ranieri admits his Juve team deserved nothing (Jan 29, 2009 20:29 GMT)
Juventus coach Claudio Ranieri admitted Udinese had been the better team and deserved all three points after his side lost 2-1 in Turin.
Serie A: Beckham in fitness battle for Lazio visit (Jan 29, 2009 18:35 GMT)
David Beckham's chances of continuing his impressive form for AC Milan in Sunday's Serie A visit to Lazio (1930) are in doubt because of a leg muscle strain.
Juve tie Marchisio down to new five-year deal (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
Juventus have agreed terms on a five-year contract extension with highly-rated midfielder Claudio Marchisio.
Italian FA: No deadline for Beckham, Pirlo plea (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
The Italian FA have said that AC Milan would not have to bid for David Beckham before the Monday night transfer deadline of 1700 GMT.
On that day: A name to be conjured with (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
John Brewin on how AC Milan flop Luther Blissett became the name on Italian lips.
Hush: Beckham's Milan move benefits all parties (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
If David Beckham swaps Los Angeles for Milan all parties will benefit, says Andrew Hush.
German Bundesliga
Bundesliga: Hoffenheim's title bid under threat (Jan 29, 2009 16:25 GMT)
Hoffenheim's fairytale debut season could be under threat when the Bundesliga resumes after a six-week break, the shock leaders having being hit by injury and suspension at the same time as Bayern Munich found top gear.
Hertha complete signing of defender Cufre (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
Hertha Berlin have confirmed the signing of Argentinian defender Leandro Cufre from French Ligue 1 outfit Monaco.
Lehmann fined for outburst over player rant (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
Stuttgart's veteran goalkeeper Jens Lehmann has been fined an undisclosed sum for publicly criticising his team in the wake of their 5-1 defeat to Bayern Munich in the DFB-Pokal on Tuesday.
French Ligue 1
Ligue 1: Perrin returns to Lyon for derby clash (Jan 29, 2009 20:31 GMT)
Tension will be high on the touchline when St Etienne coach Alain Perrin returns to the Gerland stadium for the Ligue 1 derby against leaders Olympique Lyon on Sunday.
Puel happy with Lyon squad as deadline nears (Jan 29, 2009 18:33 GMT)
Lyon coach Claude Puel believes his side's 1-0 win over Marseille in the Coupe de France proves Les Gones do not necessarily have to add to their squad in January.
Marseille striker Kone suffers broken cheekbone (Jan 29, 2009 18:31 GMT)
Marseille have confirmed forward Bakari Kone fractured his cheekbone during the 1-0 defeat to Lyon in the last 32 of the Coupe de France.
Dutch National Team
De Jong named in Dutch squad for Tunisia (Jan 29, 2009 20:27 GMT)
Manchester City new boy Nigel de Jong is in the 25-man provisional Holland squad named by national coach Bert van Marwijk for the friendly away to Tunisia on February 11.
Dutch Eredivisie
Eredivisie: PSV adjusting to life after Stevens (Jan 29, 2009 20:38 GMT)
PSV Eindhoven are still digesting the news of Huub Stevens' unexpected departure as they prepare for their next Eredivisie match at struggling De Graafschap.
World
U.S. to bid for 2018 and 2022 World Cups (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
At least three countries from Asia's soccer group -- Australia, Qatar and Indonesia -- will bid for the 2018 World Cup.
World Cup 2010
Eriksson finds positives in latest Mexico defeat (Jan 29, 2009 23:55 GMT)
Mexico coach Sven-Goran Eriksson insists there were many positives to be taken from their 1-0 friendly defeat to Sweden.
U.S. to bid for 2018 and 2022 World Cups (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
U.S. Soccer will join the race to host the 2018 or 2022 World Cup, federation president Sunil Gulati said on Thursday.
Eriksson's priorities change as Mexico lose again (Jan 29, 2009 08:00 GMT)
When Sven-Goran Eriksson took over as Mexico coach last June, the talk was of whether he could lead his new team to the World Cup semi-finals for the first time.
