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Russia's 'Primitive' Dig At England Bid

Russia's 'Primitive' Dig At England Bid

The war of words between England and Russia's 2018 World Cup bids has intensified with England being called "absolutely primitive" by the honorary president of the Russian Football Union for their decision to make a formal complaint to FIFA about their bid rivals. 28 Oct 2010
England Bid Team Lodge Complaint

England Bid Team Lodge Complaint

England 2018 bid chiefs have made a formal complaint to FIFA about the head of Russia's rival campaign after he make derogatory comments about London. 27 Oct 2010
Russia Backs Out Of 2022 Bid

Russia Backs Out Of 2022 Bid

AUSTRALIA'S bid to host the 2022 World Cup received another boost today with Russia formally pulling out of that race to now focus solely on hosting the 2018 tournament instead. 23 Oct 2010
World Cup Race Turns Ugly

World Cup Race Turns Ugly

RUSSIA'S 2018 World Cup bid leader has highlighted London's "high crime rate" and youth alcohol problems - which appears to contravene FIFA rules about commenting on rival bidders. 19 Oct 2010
Arshavin Targets 'Fuss-Free' Win

Arshavin Targets 'Fuss-Free' Win

Andrey Arshavin is hoping Russia make life easier for themselves against FYR Macedonia than they did against the Republic of Ireland. 12 Oct 2010
Trapattoni: Russia Deserved Victory

Trapattoni: Russia Deserved Victory

GIOVANNI Trapattoni admitted the Republic of Ireland did not deserve to get anything out of tonight's Euro 2012 qualifier against Russia despite their stirring comeback. 9 Oct 2010
Keane Threat Not Diminished: Advocaat

Keane Threat Not Diminished: Advocaat

RUSSIA boss Dick Advocaat is in no doubt Republic of Ireland captain Robbie Keane will pose as much threat as ever in tonight's Euro 2012 qualifier despite his club frustrations this season. 8 Oct 2010
Keane Looking to Build on World Cup Near Miss

Keane Looking to Build on World Cup Near Miss

Captain Robbie Keane believes the Republic of Ireland's World Cup heartbreak will stand them in good stead for arguably the most important five days of their Euro 2012 qualifying campaign. 8 Oct 2010
Pavlyuchenko Blow for Russia

Pavlyuchenko Blow for Russia

Roman Pavyluchenko will miss Russia's European Championship qualifiers against Ireland and Macedonia, manager Dick Advocaat has confirmed. 6 Oct 2010
Russia: Zenit Go Six Points Clear

Russia: Zenit Go Six Points Clear

Zenit St Petersburg established a six-point lead at the top of the Russian Premier Liga after posting a 3-2 win at Spartak Nalchik. 4 Oct 2010
Premier League Quartet In Russia Squad

Premier League Quartet In Russia Squad

RUSSIA have named four Premier League players in their squad for their Euro 2012 qualifier with the Republic of Ireland in Dublin on October 8. 2 Oct 2010
Zenit Run Rings Around Saturn

Zenit Run Rings Around Saturn

ZENIT St Petersburg hit Saturn Moscow for six to move a step closer to the Russian Premier Liga title. 26 Sep 2010
Nemov's On A Different Planet For Saturn

Nemov's On A Different Planet For Saturn

PETR Nemov scored twice to help Saturn Moscow claim an entertaining 3-2 victory over cross-city rivals Dinamo. 19 Sep 2010
Zenit Remain Clear At Summit

Zenit Remain Clear At Summit

ZENIT St Petersburg maintained their six-point lead at the top of the Russian Premier Liga this afternoon after beating Tomsk 2-0. 12 Sep 2010
Anti-Racism Group Dismiss Russian Explanation

Anti-Racism Group Dismiss Russian Explanation

ANTI-racism group Kick It Out have branded as "ludicrous" claims by Russian officials that a banner with a picture of a banana aimed at West Brom's Nigerian forward Peter Odemwingie was not racist. 10 Sep 2010
Russians Reject Racism Claims In 2018 Bid

Russians Reject Racism Claims In 2018 Bid

The head of Russia's 2018 World Cup bid has insisted that the country does not have a problem with racist fans. 3 Sep 2010

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