December 16, 2009
Anceolotti impressed by Villa
Carlo Ancelotti has acknowledged the threat posed by Aston Villa, claiming the Premier League's third-placed team have the quality to break into the top three.
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December 16, 2009
Capello critical of Owen policy
Fabio Capello admits he can't understand why Michael Owen doesn't get more regular football at Manchester United, but reminded the striker he must play consistently if he is to be considered for England's World Cup…
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December 15, 2009
France official calls for Domenech sacking
Guy Chambily, a member of the French Football Federation's federal council, has called for national coach Raymond Domenech to be sacked.
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December 15, 2009
Benitez guarantees top four spot
Rafael Benitez says he "guarantees" Liverpool will finish in the top four despite their poor form so far this season. Having begun the campaign hoping to challenge for the title Liverpool lie seventh in the…
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December 15, 2009
Real Salt Lake City spoiled David Beckham’s party, writes Paul Gardner
The fairy-tale ending to the MLS season would, I suppose, have seen the grand resurgence of Los Angeles Galaxy, with the redoubtable David Beckham leading them to the title.
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December 15, 2009
Keirrison not Anfield-bound
The agent of Barcelona striker Keirrison has revealed that it is highly unlikely his client will be joining Liverpool on loan in the January transfer window. told ESPN Soccernet
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December 15, 2009
Lyon give Puel vote of confidence
Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas has once again defended under-fire general manager Claude Puel, indicating that his job is safe.
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December 15, 2009
Rakitic staying put – agent
Ivan Rakitic's agent has insisted that his client will stay at Schalke player, amid speculation that Everton are interested in signing the midfielder.
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December 15, 2009
Hughes asked to explain referee comments
Manchester City boss Mark Hughes has revealed he has been asked to explain his comments regarding Craig Bellamy's red card against Bolton Wanderers.
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December 15, 2009
St Etienne sack Perrin
St Etienne have sacked coach Alain Perrin after just 13 months in charge of the club.
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December 15, 2009
Cruyff risks wrath of Wenger over Fabregas
Johan Cruyff has risked facing the wrath of Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger by picking Cesc Fabregas in his squad for a friendly game for Catalonia.
