December 24, 2002
Denoueix plays down Sociedad title chances
Real Sociedad coach Raynald Denoueix has played down his team's title chances despite a seven-point lead at the top of the Spanish first division.
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December 24, 2002
Haan replaces Milutinovic as China coach
Dutchman Arie Haan has been chosen by China to be their new national coach, replacing Bora Milutinovic who quit after the World Cup finals.
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December 24, 2002
Matthaus takes over at Partizan Belgrade
Former Germany captain Lothar Matthaus is to become the new coach of Yugoslav champions Partizan Belgrade.
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December 24, 2002
Cardozo goal seals Mexican title for Toluca
Paraguayan striker Jose Cardozo was on target again as Toluca stormed back to beat Morelia 4-1 and win the Mexican opening championship.
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December 24, 2002
Riise faces Norwegian national service call-up
Liverpool midfielder John Arne Riise faces the prospect of being called up forNorwegian military service in January.
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December 24, 2002
Fifa deny Warner claims on referee ages
FIFA have denied claims by CONCACAF president Jack Warner that the age limit of 45 for international referees is set to be lifted.
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December 20, 2002
Prince blocks Monaco rescue package
Prince Rainier has blocked financially struggling Monaco's attempt to sign a rescue deal with aRussian investment company.
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December 20, 2002
Stuttgart sack General Manager
Stuttgart have sacked general manager Rolf Russmann, the former German international central defender.
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December 19, 2002
Bergkamp escapes ban
Arsenal's Dennis Bergkamp has escaped a ban despite being found guilty of improper conduct.
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December 19, 2002
FA refuses to confirm Bosnich test failure
The Football Association has refused to confirm reports that Mark Bosnich has tested positive for cocaine.
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December 19, 2002
Briegel to coach Albania
Former Germany defender Hans-Peter Briegel has agreed to become the new coach the Albanian national team.
