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SFA Back McDonald Over Penalty U-Turn

SFA Back McDonald Over Penalty U-Turn

Dougie McDonald has been cleared over his decision to rescind a penalty awarded to Celtic during their 2-1 victory over Dundee United but the referee has accepted his match report was not up to standard. 30 Oct 2010
Moyes: Neville Has What It Takes

Moyes: Neville Has What It Takes

EVERTON manager David Moyes believes nice guy Phil Neville has it within himself to become "nasty and horrible" when he eventually decides to move into football management. 30 Oct 2010
Italy Handed Win Over Serbia Trouble

Italy Handed Win Over Serbia Trouble

UEFA today awarded Italy a 3-0 victory over Serbia after their Euro 2012 qualifier had to be abandoned on October 12. 30 Oct 2010
Hughton Recalls His Big Guns

Hughton Recalls His Big Guns

NEWCASTLE boss Chris Hughton will welcome back his big guns for Sunday's Barclays Premier League derby clash with Sunderland. 30 Oct 2010
Wenger Has Faith In Latest Team

Wenger Has Faith In Latest Team

ARSENE Wenger maintains his latest generation of Arsenal youngsters have all the ingredients to emulate his team of "Invincibles". 30 Oct 2010
Houllier Seeks to Strengthen Squad

Houllier Seeks to Strengthen Squad

GERARD Houllier admits he needs to strengthen his Aston Villa squad during the January transfer window. 30 Oct 2010
FIFA Stand Firm Over Cup Vote

FIFA Stand Firm Over Cup Vote

FIFA president Sepp Blatter has confirmed the vote to decide who will host the 2018 and 2022 World Cups is to take place as scheduled in Zurich on December 2. 30 Oct 2010
Theo Ready For Sydney Battle

Theo Ready For Sydney Battle

BRISBANE Roar goalkeeper Michael Theoklitos expects a fired up Sydney FC to take to the field following their first win last week but he's confident his own club's depth could be the key to victory. 30 Oct 2010
Reds Fury At Leckie Kicking

Reds Fury At Leckie Kicking

ADELAIDE United were left less than impressed at the treatment dished out to star striker Mathew Leckie who was forced out of the 2-1 defeat by Melbourne Victory after taking a hefty whack on his already strapped knee. 29 Oct 2010
Ferguson Not Surprised By Hernandez Form

Ferguson Not Surprised By Hernandez Form

JAVIER Hernandez's spell in the Manchester United spotlight is set to continue with Wayne Rooney facing a longer spell out than first thought. 29 Oct 2010
McLeish Understands Significance of Clash

McLeish Understands Significance of Clash

ALEX McLeish admits he was taken by surprise by the intensity of the Aston Villa-Birmingham derby and compares the rivalry with the Old Firm tussles in Glasgow. 29 Oct 2010
Coyle Backs Hodgson for Reds Success

Coyle Backs Hodgson for Reds Success

BOLTON boss Owen Coyle is backing under-pressure Liverpool manager Roy Hodgson to make the club a force to be reckoned with once again. 29 Oct 2010
Pep In for Long Haul - Barca

Pep In for Long Haul - Barca

Barcelona sporting director Andoni Zubizarreta says coach Pep Guardiola is committed to a long-term project at the Catalan club and believes he will not me taking over from Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford in the near future. 29 Oct 2010
Jarvis Eyes International Step-Up

Jarvis Eyes International Step-Up

WOLVES winger Matt Jarvis has revealed he takes inspiration from Ryan Giggs as he sets his sights on making his international breakthrough with England. 29 Oct 2010
Henry: We Won't Weaken Reds Squad

Henry: We Won't Weaken Reds Squad

LIVERPOOL co-owner John Henry has reassured fans he will not allow the squad to be weakened in the January transfer window - despite "destructive and unwarranted" speculation they are to sell some of their top stars. 29 Oct 2010
Allardyce Highlights Wage Gap

Allardyce Highlights Wage Gap

BLACKBURN boss Sam Allardyce claims soaring wages mean he can barely even afford to sign players available on free transfers. 29 Oct 2010
Bruce Denies Henderson Price Tag

Bruce Denies Henderson Price Tag

SUNDERLAND boss Steve Bruce has dismissed suggestions he has placed a £20million price tag on the head of midfielder Jordan Henderson. 29 Oct 2010
Rovers Return for Samba and Nelsen

Rovers Return for Samba and Nelsen

CHRIS Samba and Ryan Nelsen are set to return to the centre of the Blackburn defence for tomorrow's game with Barclays Premier League leaders Chelsea at Ewood Park. 29 Oct 2010
Tevez Misses Wolves Trip

Tevez Misses Wolves Trip

MANCHESTER City captain Carlos Tevez will miss Saturday's trip to Wolves in the Barclays Premier League with a thigh injury. 29 Oct 2010
Rooney Unlikely to Return After Three-Week Lay-Off

Rooney Unlikely to Return After Three-Week Lay-Off

MANCHESTER United striker Wayne Rooney could be out for longer than the three weeks first thought, manager Sir Alex Ferguson has said. 29 Oct 2010
Chainrai Confirmed As Pompey Chairman

Chainrai Confirmed As Pompey Chairman

PORTSMOUTH have confirmed the appointment of Balram Chainrai as the club's new chairman. 29 Oct 2010