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Lyon stake their claim for fifth title (Jul 31, 2005)
Four-time French champions Lyon started their new league campaign with a 2-1 win at newly promoted Le Mans. . . . more . . .
Rangers off to winning start (Jul 31, 2005)
Rangers began the defence of their Scottish Premier League title with a comfortable 3-0 win at home to Livingston. . . . more . . .
England international Owen allowed to leave Madrid: Sunday Times (Jul 31, 2005)
England striker Michael Owen, who has dropped further down Real Madrid's hierarchy after recent signings, has been allowed to leave the Spanish first division club, a Real source told the Sunday Times. . . . more . . .
Real's Brazilian duo spark Owen transfer speculation (Jul 31, 2005)
England striker Michael Owen, who has dropped further down Real Madrid's hierarchy after recent signings, will be allowed to leave the Spanish first division club. . . . more . . .
Ferguson out of sight says Mourinho (Jul 31, 2005)
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has said he will never match the trophy haul of Manchester United boss Alex Ferguson. . . . more . . .
Chelsea primed for era of complete control (Jul 31, 2005)
Premiership champions Chelsea, bankrolled by Roman Abramovich's millions and inspired by Jose Mourinho, stand on the verge of dominating English football and there is nothing their rivals can do about it. . . . more . . .
Chelsea and AC Milan end US tour with draw (Jul 31, 2005)
English Premiership champions Chelsea and Italian rivals AC Milan ended their North American tour with a 1-1 draw at Giants Stadium. . . . more . . .
Woeful Celtic defending gives Strachan cause for concern (Jul 31, 2005)
Celtic manager Gordon Strachan has admitted he may bring in another defender to solve his side's problems at the back after he watched his side lose four goals to Motherwell. . . . more . . .
Stuttgart sign Dane Gronkjaer (Jul 30, 2005)
VfB Stuttgart have signed Atletico Madrid's Danish international Jesper Gronkjaer on a three-year contract. . . . more . . .
Cunningham leads MLS All-Stars over Fulham (Jul 30, 2005)
Jeff Cunningham scored two late goals and Taylor Twellman and Ronnie O'Brien tallied once each as the MLS All-Stars pulled away from English Premier League squad Fulham FC 4-1. . . . more . . .
Moore completes Newcastle move (Jul 30, 2005)
Australian skipper Craig Moore has completed his move to Newcastle on a two-year contract, the English Premiership club announced. . . . more . . .
Rooney double gives United gloss tour finish (Jul 30, 2005)
A magical double from England star Wayne Rooney handed Manchester United a 2-0 victory over Urawa Red Diamonds in the final game of their Asian tour. . . . more . . .
Celtic and Motherwell share spoils in eight goal thriller (Jul 30, 2005)
A last gasp Craig Beattie goal salvaged a point for Celtic in a thrilling 4-4 draw at Motherwell in the opening day of the Scottish Premier League. . . . more . . .
Benitez targets two recruits (Jul 30, 2005)
Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez has targetted a right-winger and a centre-back as he tries to boost the European champions' assault on the Premiership this season. . . . more . . .
Marseille experience a Bordeaux headache (Jul 30, 2005)
Former European Champions Marseille tripped up 2-0 at home in their opening French league match against a well organised Bordeaux side. . . . more . . .
Santos and Real agree on Robinho deal (Jul 30, 2005)
Santos have a agreed a deal which will see their Brazilian striker Robinho join Real Madrid on a five-year contract, the Spanish first division club said. . . . more . . .
Wigan fail in swoop for Jagielka (Jul 30, 2005)
Premiership newboys Wigan revealed that Sheffield United have turned down a four-million-pound bid for utility man Phil Jagielka. . . . more . . .
Ballack scores twice as Bayern beat Jubilo Iwata 3-1 in friendly (Jul 30, 2005)
Bayern Munich midfielder Michael Ballack scored twice to give the German champions a come-from-behind 3-1 victory against J-League side Jubilo Iwata, ending their Japanese tour undefeated. . . . more . . .
Zac backs Inter and Udinese to progress (Jul 29, 2005)
Former Inter Milan and Udinese coach Alberto Zaccheroni is backing his two former clubs to reach the group stages of the Champions League despite their awkward third qualifying round draws. . . . more . . .
J-League says no evidence to support Beckham spitting claim (Jul 29, 2005)
Japanese football officials have said there is no evidence that Real Madrid star David Beckham was spat on by a Tokyo Verdy player during their match this week, a report says. . . . more . . .
Roman plans Med yacht summit to clinch Essien deal (Jul 29, 2005)
Chelsea edged closer to signing Ghana midfielder Michael Essien when Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas said he would meet the English champions' owner Roman Abramovich next week. . . . more . . .
Real Madrid round off world tour with 3-0 win (Jul 29, 2005)
Real Madrid finished their patchy pre-season world tour on a high note with a 3-0 victory over Thailand's under-23s. . . . more . . .
Liverpool striker Baros too expensive for Schalke (Jul 29, 2005)
Bundesliga runners-up Schalke 04 admit they are unlikely to sign Czech international striker Milan Baros from Liverpool claiming the seven million pound (10 million euro) asking price is too high. . . . more . . .
Everton avoid European clash with Liverpool (Jul 29, 2005)
Everton avoided a clash with Merseyside rivals Liverpool in the Champions League third qualifying round draw. . . . more . . .
PSG launch French league campaign in style (Jul 29, 2005)
A new look Paris Saint Germain side made their intentions clear with a 4-1 win over Metz in their opening French league match at the Parc Des Princes. . . . more . . .
Nakamura faces Celtic Champions League misery (Jul 29, 2005)
Celtic manager Gordon Strachan could hand Japanese playmaker Shunsuke Nakamura a thankless debut by plunging him into the team's doomed Champions League campaign. . . . more . . .
Real Madrid agree fee for Arsenal target Baptista (Jul 29, 2005)
Real Madrid have reached agreement with fellow La Liga outfit Sevilla to sign Brazilian striker Julio Cesar Baptista for 24.5 million euros (29.7 million dollars), it was confirmed. . . . more . . .
Woodgate desperate to make Real debut (Jul 29, 2005)
Injury-plagued defender Jonathan Woodgate believes he is ready to kick his first ball as a Real Madrid player and put behind him the nightmare start to his Spanish career. . . . more . . .
Rangers start new Scottish season as favourites (Jul 29, 2005)
Rangers begin the defence of their Scottish Premier League title this weekend in the position of being overwhelming favorites to clinch a 52nd championship with eternal rivals Celtic already in a slump. . . . more . . .
Chelsea beats DC United to win battle of league champions (Jul 29, 2005)
Hernan Crespo scored the winner in the 56th minute as English Premier League champion Chelsea cruised past MLS Cup winners DC United 2-1 in an international football friendly here. . . . more . . .
Czech striker Bednar joins Hearts (Jul 29, 2005)
Czech striker Roman Bednar has signed a five-year contract with Scottish side Hearts, Bednar's agent Pavel Zika said. . . . more . . .
Bayern thump FC Tokyo 4-0 in football friendly (Jul 28, 2005)
German champions Bayern Munich overwhelmed J-League club FC Tokyo 4-0 to get off to a winning start in their two-game friendly series in Japan. . . . more . . .
Money not important vows Ballack (Jul 28, 2005)
Germany captain Michael Ballack insists the colour of money will not decide whether he stays at Bayern Munich or packs his bags for a move abroad. . . . more . . .
Manchester United downed 2-1 by Japanese league leaders (Jul 28, 2005)
Manchester United slumped to the first defeat of their Asian tour with a 2-1 loss to Japanese J-League leaders Kashima Antlers. . . . more . . .
Ljungberg pens new Arsenal deal (Jul 28, 2005)
Freddie Ljungberg has signed an extension to his contract with Arsenal which will keep him at the Premiership side until 2009. . . . more . . .
Schalke stalk Liverpool's Baros (Jul 28, 2005)
Bundesliga side Schalke 04 are chasing Liverpool's Czech striker Milan Baros it was reported here. . . . more . . .
Roman's pile worries Jose (Jul 28, 2005)
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho claims figuring out what to do with Roman Abramovich's pile of money makes his the hardest job in football. . . . more . . .
AC Milan douses Fire in football friendly (Jul 28, 2005)
Alberto Gilardino scored in the 76th minute and Serginho added an insurance goal in second half stoppage time to give AC Milan a 3-1 triumph over the Chicago Fire in an international football friendly here. . . . more . . .
Beckham and Real Madrid brought down to Earth in Japan (Jul 28, 2005)
Real Madrid has closed a tour of Japan with their fame on the wane, as the once invincible David Beckham left with a spat over spitting hanging over him. . . . more . . .
McCarthy ups ante in Porto face-off (Jul 28, 2005)
South Africa striker Benni McCarthy has raised the stakes in his face-off with Porto by telling the former European champions he will not renew his current contract which expires in two years. . . . more . . .
Lyon boss raises Essien stakes (Jul 28, 2005)
Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas insists Chelsea will have to pay 45 million euros (32 million pounds) plus a player for Ghana international midfielder Michael Essien. . . . more . . .
Lyon president targets fifth French title (Jul 28, 2005)
French champions Lyon insist they can see off their bigger-spending rivals and lift an unprecedented fifth domestic title, the club's president said. . . . more . . .
McCann extends contract with Villa (Jul 28, 2005)
Gavin McCann has underlined his commitment to Aston Villa by signing a new three-year contract, the Premiership club announced. . . . more . . .
Brazilian football star Jaja dies (Jul 28, 2005)
Brazilian football legend Jair Rosa Pinto who was known as "Master Jaja" has died at the age of 84 at his home here after suffering from a lung related disease, local press reported. . . . more . . .
Pompey sign Zambian striker (Jul 28, 2005)
Zambian striker Collins Mbesuma completed his move to Portsmouth when the 21-year-old was granted a work permit to play in the Premiership. . . . more . . .
Woodgate desperate to make Real debut (Jul 28, 2005)
Injury-plagued defender Jonathan Woodgate believes he is ready to kick his first ball as a Real Madrid player and put behind him the nightmare start to his Spanish career. . . . more . . .
Real Madrid promises goalfest in Thailand to help tsunami victims (Jul 28, 2005)
Spanish super club Real Madrid touched down in football-mad Thailand promising a goal bonanza to help tsunami survivors when they face the national under 23-side in a pre-season friendly. . . . more . . .
Bad boy Bowyer handed Newcastle lifeline (Jul 28, 2005)
Newcastle's controversial midfielder Lee Bowyer, who was involved in an ugly punch-up with teammate Kieron Dyer last season, seems set to stay at St James's Park. . . . more . . .
Aussie billionaire throws in chips with Hiddink to get Aussies to Germany (Jul 27, 2005)
Billionaire businessman Frank Lowy is taking a calculated and expensive gamble to get Australia to next year's World Cup finals in Germany by head-hunting master Dutch coach Guus Hiddink. . . . more . . .
Milito sticks with Zaragoza until 2010 (Jul 27, 2005)
Argentine defender Gabriel Milito has extended his contract with Spanish first division club Zaragoza until 2010, the club's official website stated. . . . more . . .
Disastrous debut for Strachan as Celtic boss in Champions League (Jul 27, 2005)
Gordon Strachan suffered a disastrous first competitive match as Celtic manager following their 5-0 defeat to Artmedia Bratislava in the European Champions League. . . . more . . .
Chelsea move for Essien (Jul 27, 2005)
English champions Chelsea were reported to be close to signing Ghana international Michael Essien from French champions Lyon for a club record 25 million pounds (36 million euros). . . . more . . .
Ronaldo double as Real Madrid beat Jubilo Iwata 3-1 (Jul 27, 2005)
Brazil star Ronaldo was on target twice for Real Madrid as the Spanish giants put some poor performances in Asia behind them with a 3-1 victory over Jubilo Iwata. . . . more . . .
Chelsea deny Shevchenko move (Jul 27, 2005)
English champions Chelsea have ruled a reported 60 million pound (87 million euro) bid for AC Milan's European Player of the Year Andriy Shevchenko as "totally incorrect". . . . more . . .
Stuttgart close on Dane Gronkjaer (Jul 27, 2005)
VfB Stuttgart are in talks with Atletico Madrid over Danish international Jesper Gronkjaer, the German club confirmed. . . . more . . .
Real Madrid show interest in Baptista (Jul 27, 2005)
Brazilian Striker Baptista, who refused an offer from English club Arsenal, could finally join forces with Real Madrid, Spanish newspaper Marca claims. . . . more . . .
Ballack named German Player of Year (Jul 27, 2005)
Bayern Munich midfielder Michael Ballack picked up another accolade when he was named German Player of the Year in a poll conducted by Kicker magazine. . . . more . . .
Real sell Samuel but wait on Robinho (Jul 27, 2005)
Real Madrid have reportedly finalised the 16 million euro sale of Argentina defender Walter Samuel to Inter Milan but were waiting to hear from FIFA if their bid for Brazil striker Robinho would go through. . . . more . . .
Lyon's Carew scores hat-trick in Champions Trophy win (Jul 27, 2005)
French league champions Lyon launched their season in style after new recruit John Carew netted a hat-trick in their 4-1 Champions Trophy victory over cup winners Auxerre. . . . more . . .
City complete Vassell signing (Jul 27, 2005)
Manchester City have completed the signing of Darius Vassell from Aston Villa for 2 million pounds. . . . more . . .
Man City's Barton fined 120,000 pounds for gross misconduct (Jul 27, 2005)
Joey Barton has been fined more than 120,000 pounds (174,000 euros) by Manchester City after being sent home from his team's tour to Thailand for bad behaviour. . . . more . . .
J-League says no evidence to support Beckham spitting claim: report (Jul 27, 2005)
Japanese football officials have said there is no evidence that Real Madrid star David Beckham was spat on by a Tokyo Verdy player during their match this week, a report said. . . . more . . .
Mexican football federation fined 480,000 euros by FIFA (Jul 27, 2005)
A 480,000-euro fine has been imposed on the Mexican football federation, FIFA said in a Wednesday statement, after two players were expelled from last month's Confederations Cup following failed doping tests. . . . more . . .
Inter poised to complete Samuel transfer, Figo in talks (Jul 27, 2005)
Inter Milan have agreed a fee with Real Madrid for Argentine defender Walter Samuel and are also hoping to snap up Portuguese star Luis Figo from the Spanish giants, FIFA mediator Peppino Tirri said. . . . more . . .
Henry puts faith in Wenger (Jul 26, 2005)
Thierry Henry is confident Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger didn't make a mistake in selling captain Patrick Vieira to Juventus. . . . more . . .
Kenyan government accepts FIFA ruling is beyond them (Jul 26, 2005)
The Kenyan government accepted it was beyond their jurisdiction to make a direct appeal to FIFA against Monday's ruling that the September 2 home World Cup clash against Tunisia will be played in an empty stadium. . . . more . . .
Cypriot team cause Champions League upset in landmark grudge match (Jul 26, 2005)
Cypriot underdogs Anorthosis Famagusta caused a big upset in their European Champions League second preliminary round first leg match here by beating Turkish side Trabzonspor 3-1 in a landmark grudge match played amid tight security. . . . more . . .
Messina and Torino lose Serie A status (Jul 26, 2005)
Messina and Torino failed to overturn the Italian football federation's decision to expel them both from Serie A due to the poor state of their finances. . . . more . . .
Wigan switch for Henchoz (Jul 26, 2005)
Stephane Henchoz was to sign for Premiership newcomers Wigan after passing a medical. . . . more . . .
Portsmouth striker Kamara joins West Brom (Jul 26, 2005)
Portsmouth striker Diomansy Kamara has joined fellow Premiership side West Brom from Italian club Modena in a 1.5-million-pound (2.2-million-euro) transfer, the buying club said. . . . more . . .
Inter close to snapping up Figo and Samuel (Jul 26, 2005)
Inter Milan are reported to be on the verge of signing unsettled Real Madrid pair Luis Figo and Walter Samuel. . . . more . . .
Cyprus's image at stake in landmark grudge match (Jul 26, 2005)
Cyprus warned that the island's international reputation was at stake as fans prepared for a landmark grudge match amid tight security between Greek Cypriot club Anorthosis Famagusta and Turkish side Trabzonspor. . . . more . . .
Liverpool bounce back after early shock (Jul 26, 2005)
Champions League holders Liverpool came from behind to beat Lithuanian champions Kaunas 3-1 in their Champions League second preliminary round first leg clash. . . . more . . .
Iran's match with Millwall called off after security warning (Jul 26, 2005)
English Championship club Millwall as expected called off their match with Asian football powerhouses Iran due to be played on July 30 in the interest of public safety after the club received what it called 'intelligence... from a number of sources'. . . . more . . .
Manchester United outclasses Beijing Hyundai as tempers flare (Jul 26, 2005)
Manchester United playmaker Paul Scholes scored two goals and South Korean newboy Park Ji-Sung headed home another, as the Red Devils overpowered China's Beijing Hyundai in a club side friendly that was anything but. . . . more . . .
Spurs set to capture Dutch 'Pitbull' (Jul 26, 2005)
Veteran Dutch international midfielder Edgar Davids is set to sign for English Premiership outfit Spurs from Serie A outfit Inter Milan, the buying club announced. . . . more . . .
Nigeria FA boss blasts unprofessional' Troussier (Jul 26, 2005)
The chairman of the Nigeria Football Association (NFA), Ibrahim Galadima, has angrily reacted to Philippe Troussier's decision not to take up the appointment as the country's coach. . . . more . . .
Chelsea set to reopen Essien talks (Jul 25, 2005)
Chelsea chief executive Peter Kenyon has revealed that negotiations with Lyon about the transfer of Michal Essien will begin again this week. . . . more . . .
Reggina confirm Nakamura sale (Jul 25, 2005)
Serie A side Reggina have confirmed the sale of Japan international midfielder Shunsuke Nakamura to Scottish club Celtic. . . . more . . .
Newcastle takeover speculation mounts (Jul 25, 2005)
Speculation that Newcastle could soon be the subject of a takeover bid mounted when former chairman Sir John Hall was approached about selling his majority stake. . . . more . . .
Dundee relegated as Livingston fine upheld (Jul 25, 2005)
The Scottish Football Association upheld the Scottish Premier League's decision to fine Livingston over the Hassan Kachloul transfer affair. . . . more . . .
Bolton snap up Mexican striker (Jul 25, 2005)
Bolton have confirmed that Mexican striker Jared Borgetti will join the club on a two-year deal once he has passed a medical. . . . more . . .
Vassell to set sail for Manchester City (Jul 25, 2005)
England international striker Darius Vassell will be given the chance to reignite his career after Premiership club Manchester City agreed to buy him for 2.5 million pounds from rivals Aston Villa. . . . more . . .
Celtic snap up Japan international Nakamura (Jul 25, 2005)
Scottish giants Celtic have completed the signing of Japan's Shunsuke Nakamura on a three-year contract from Italian first division club Reggina. . . . more . . .
Rijkaard close to new Barca deal (Jul 25, 2005)
Frank Rijkaard is close to penning a new contract as coach of Spanish champions Barcelona, club president Joan Laporta indicated. . . . more . . .
Inter reconsider cancelled UK tour (Jul 24, 2005)
Inter Milan are reviewing their decision to call off next week's four match tour of England over safety fears sparked by the London bombings. . . . more . . .
Tottenham beat French champions Lyon (Jul 24, 2005)
Tottenham Hotspur warmed up for the new Premiership campaign with a 3-1 win over French champions Lyon in the Peace Cup final here. . . . more . . .
US squad edges Panama on penalties to win Gold Cup (Jul 24, 2005)
Santino Quaranta, Landon Donovan and Brad Davis scored on penalty kicks in a shootout to give the United States a victory over Panama in the Gold Cup football final. . . . more . . .
Shearer closes in on Newcastle goal record (Jul 23, 2005)
Veteran striker Alan Shearer moved within five goals of breaking Newcastle United's club record of 199. . . . more . . .
Barton-less Man City edge Everton on penalties (Jul 23, 2005)
Andy Cole scored on his debut for Manchester City as they beat Everton 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in regulation time to earn third place in the Premier League Asia Trophy tournament. . . . more . . .
Real Madrid scrape past Beijing Hyundai in pre-season friendly (Jul 23, 2005)
Raul, Guti and Luis Figo scored for Real Madrid as the Spanish giants did just enough to beat Beijing Hyundai 3-2 at a rain-soaked and half-empty Workers' Stadium. . . . more . . .
Barton protests his innocence (Jul 23, 2005)
Manchester City midfielder Joey Barton, who was sent home from his team's tour to Thailand, insisted that he was not involved in a fight with teammate Richard Dunne. . . . more . . .
China's Dong scores on dream debut as scratchy Man U overcome Hong Kong (Jul 23, 2005)
Chinese signing Dong Fangzhuo had a dream debut for Manchester United, with his second half goal giving the Red Devils a 2-0 win over a spirited Hong Kong as they overcame a rusty start in the opening game of their Asian tour. . . . more . . .
Troussier returns to Nigeria (Jul 23, 2005)
Philippe Troussier, released by French club Marseille at the end of last season, was named coach of Nigeria. . . . more . . .
Bolton top Thai young guns (Jul 23, 2005)
Bolton Wanderers survived a barrage by Thailand's young guns to claim the Premier League Asia Trophy with a 1-0 win. . . . more . . .
Inter Milan call off UK tour after London bomb attacks (Jul 23, 2005)
Inter Milan have cancelled their four match tour of England because of safety fears following this month's bombings in London. . . . more . . .
Rangers close door on Kyrgiakos (Jul 23, 2005)
Greece international Sotirios Kyrgiakos will not be joining Scottish champions Rangers, club chairman David Murray insisted. . . . more . . .
City send disgraced Barton out of Thailand (Jul 22, 2005)
Joey Barton, the controversial Manchester City midfielder has been thrown out of his club's tour of Thailand after an alleged altercation with a teenager in a Bangkok hotel bar. . . . more . . .
Newcastle chase Anelka (Jul 22, 2005)
Newcastle said they were chasing French striker Nicolas Anelka, who is at Turkish club Fenerbahce. . . . more . . .
Fergie praises bravery of SKorean newboy as Man U kick off Asian tour (Jul 22, 2005)
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson praised South Korean newboy Park Ji-Sung and said English and European clubs could expect to see many more like him as Asian football advances. . . . more . . .
Georgian federation sack Giresse (Jul 22, 2005)
France's Alain Giresse was sacked as coach of the Georgia national team after the country's dismal performance in World Cup qualifying, the federation president Nodar Akhalkatsi said. . . . more . . .
Park determined to be huge United hit (Jul 22, 2005)
Manchester United's new South Korean import Park Ji-Sung insisted he can be a huge hit with the Old Trafford giants. . . . more . . .
Real wait on Robinho (Jul 22, 2005)
Real Madrid vice-president Emilio Butragueno said they were waiting for clearance from the Brazilian Confederation for their 30 million dollar bid for Santos striker Robinho. . . . more . . .
China's Dong to make Manchester United debut in Beijing: Ferguson (Jul 22, 2005)
Chinese signing Dong Fangzhuo will play his first game for Manchester United in Beijing next week, club boss Sir Alex Ferguson said after his team touched down in Hong Kong to begin their Asian tour. . . . more . . .
Wenger confident on Pires and Baptista (Jul 22, 2005)
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger said he is quietly confident that Robert Pires will not follow Patrick Vieira out of Arsenal this summer and that he can still sign Brazilian striker Julio Baptista from Spanish side Real Sevilla. . . . more . . .
Pompey agree deal for Westerveld (Jul 22, 2005)
Former Liverpool goalkeeper Sander Westerveld has agreed a deal to return to the Premiership to play for Portsmouth, the south coast club said. . . . more . . .
Hiddink warns Australia his coaching appointment is no World Cup guarantee (Jul 22, 2005)
Dutch coach Guus Hiddink has warned Australia his appointment as their national football coach is no guarantee they would realise their dream of qualifying for next year's World Cup finals in Germany. . . . more . . .
Cyprus braces for landmark grudge match with Turkish club (Jul 22, 2005)
Cyprus unveiled a massive security operation and appealed for restraint from fans after league champions Anorthosis set up a first ever football clash with a Turkish side in the second qualifying round of the Champions League. . . . more . . .
Roma reeling as player ban is upheld (Jul 22, 2005)
Roma's plans for the forthcoming season were dealt a massive blow after their appeal to have their ban on buying players failed. . . . more . . .
Newcastle chase Anelka and Boa Morte (Jul 22, 2005)
Newcastle United boss Graeme Souness admitted that he had made formal offers for Nicolas Anelka and Luis Boa Morte in an effort to boost his team's prospects this season. . . . more . . .
FFA officials non-commital as Hiddink confirms he'll coach Socceroos (Jul 21, 2005)
Football Federation Australia (FFA) officials were saying nothing amid reports that Dutchman Guus Hiddink had confirmed he would be the next Australian coach. . . . more . . .
Italian Zenga to coach Red Star Belgrade (Jul 21, 2005)
Former Italian goalkeeper Walter Zenga is set to become Red Star Belgrade's first foreign coach, the Serbian club's officials said. . . . more . . .
Robinho joins Real Madrid for 30 million dollars (Jul 21, 2005)
Real Madrid confirmed it had signed Braziian international striker Robinho from Santos for a fee in the region of 30 million dollars. . . . more . . .
Asian tour perfect pre-season tonic for Red Devils: Neville (Jul 21, 2005)
Pre-season tours of Asia are often written off as cynical exercises designed to boost Premiership clubs' financial reserves while simultaneously draining their players' of valuable physical resources. . . . more . . .
Euro star Zagorakis returns to PAOK Salonika (Jul 21, 2005)
Theo Zagorakis, who skippered Greece to the Euro 2004 title, has signed a two-year contract with his former PAOK Salonika team, the Greek first division squad announced. . . . more . . .
Italian defender Pistone back at Everton (Jul 21, 2005)
Italian defender Alessandro Pistone has re-signed for Everton left than a month after he left the Premiership club. . . . more . . .
Ferdinand won't quit United (Jul 21, 2005)
Rio Ferdinand's agent insists the England star will be staying at Manchester United. . . . more . . .
Injury doubt for Beckham ahead of Beijing match (Jul 21, 2005)
A niggling hamstring injury could keep star attraction David Beckham out of Real Madrid's friendly against Beijing Hyundai on Saturday. . . . more . . .
Fergie looking forward to seeing the sights in Beijing (Jul 21, 2005)
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson can't wait to get to China where the Red Devils play local team Beijing Hyundai next week, not so much for the match but the sightseeing. . . . more . . .
Zaragoza resist Liverpool bid for Milito (Jul 21, 2005)
Liverpool's bid to land Real Zaragoza defender Gabriel Milito has run into stiff opposition from the Spanish club. . . . more . . .
Mexican police hunt for abducted coach (Jul 21, 2005)
Mexican police are hunting for the Argentine coach of one of the country's biggest football clubs. . . . more . . .
Lazio sign Albanian striker Tare (Jul 21, 2005)
Serie A side Lazio completed the signing of Albanian international Igli Tare from Bologna. . . . more . . .
Australia to announce new coach with Hiddink expected to get job (Jul 21, 2005)
The Football Federation Australia (FFA) has called a press conference with Dutchman Guus Hiddink expected to be announced as the next Australian coach. . . . more . . .
Sale of Dutch duo key to Inter's Figo swoop (Jul 21, 2005)
Inter Milan are still hopeful of signing Real Madrid's unsettled Portuguese star Luis Figo. . . . more . . .
Germany striker Hanke handed two-match ban for World Cup finals (Jul 21, 2005)
Germany international striker Mike Hanke, sent off during the third-place play-off in the Confederations Cup last month, has been suspended for the first two matches of the 2006 World Cup finals. . . . more . . .
Fearless Gilardino ready for bigger stage (Jul 21, 2005)
Italy international Alberto Gilardino said he would be able to cope with the pressure of playing for AC Milan. . . . more . . .
Premier League backing for GB Olympic team (Jul 21, 2005)
English Premier League officials have backed a Great Britain football team competing at the 2012 London Olympics. . . . more . . .
Leicester fume over Aussie's broken leg (Jul 21, 2005)
Leicester City manager boss Craig Levein believes Celtic's Bobo Balde went out of his way to hurt Australian teenager James Wesolowski in a scoreless friendly draw on Tuesday. . . . more . . .
Bayern back in black (Jul 21, 2005)
German champions Bayern Munich had record turnover of 180 millions euros for the 2004/2005 season, a 12 percent increase on the previous season. . . . more . . .
Larsson to sign for two more years at Barcelona (Jul 20, 2005)
Swedish international striker Henrik Larsson has agreed to play at FC Barcelona for another two years. . . . more . . .
Rooney denies rift with Ferguson (Jul 20, 2005)
England striker Wayne Rooney insisted that he had not fallen out with Manchester United boss Alex Ferguson after travelling home alone following the club's friendly at Clyde. . . . more . . .
Gerrard rescues Liverpool again (Jul 20, 2005)
Steven Gerrard scored two goals inside sixty seconds to secure a flattering 3-0 victory for Liverpool against Welsh minnows Total Network Solutions in the Champions League first qualifying round second leg. . . . more . . .
Vigo chase United's Kleberson (Jul 20, 2005)
Spanish side Celta Vigo are in talks with Manchester United over Brazilian midfielder Kleberson. . . . more . . .
Newcastle newboy Emre offers attacks sympathy (Jul 20, 2005)
Turkish midfielder Emre was unveiled as a Newcastle player and immediately offered his condolences over the London and Turkey bomb attacks. . . . more . . .
Around the world in 50 days for the Kaiser's charm offensive (Jul 20, 2005)
The President of the 2006 World Cup Committee, Franz Beckenbauer announced his intention to visit all 31 of the nations which will have qualified for the 2006 World Cup finals in Germany. . . . more . . .
Argentinian ace Placente signs for Celta (Jul 20, 2005)
Argentinian international defender Diego Placente left Bayer Leverkusen in Germany to join Celta Vigo in Spain's first division on a three-year deal. . . . more . . .
Fulham lose Tigana appeal (Jul 20, 2005)
French coach Jean Tigana has won his case against his former club Fulham at the Court of Appeal in London after the English Premier League side accused him of receiving commissions from over-valued transfer fees. . . . more . . .
Cole completes Manchester City switch (Jul 20, 2005)
Former England striker Andrew Cole completed his free transfer to Manchester City from English Premiership rivals Fulham. . . . more . . .
Knee injury sidelines Honduran midfielder for Fulham clash (Jul 20, 2005)
Amado Guevara, a Honduran midfielder and captain of Major League Soccer's MetroStars, is expected to be out for three to five weeks with a left knee injury. . . . more . . .
German captain Ballack considers his future (Jul 20, 2005)
Germany captain Michael Ballack, whose contract with Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich runs till 2006, said he would take his time considering his future. . . . more . . .
Thailand stun Everton, Bolton top Man City in Asia friendlies (Jul 20, 2005)
Thailand pulled off a penalty shootout upset over Champions League contenders Everton while Bolton Wanderers similarly dispatched rivals Manchester City in the Premier League Asia Trophy tournament. . . . more . . .
Dutchman Hiddink "99 percent sure" as next Australia coach (Jul 20, 2005)
Australian football chief John O'Neill has virtually confirmed that Dutchman Guus Hiddink will be the next coach of Australia's national team, saying he is "99 percent sure" the PSV Eindhoven coach will sign a contract in the coming days. . . . more . . .
Lyon boss calls on Chelsea to show him the money (Jul 20, 2005)
Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas has again dared Chelsea to come up with 45 million euros (32 million pounds) if they want Ghana midfielder Michael Essien. . . . more . . .
Thailand stun Everton, win on penalties in Asia friendly (Jul 20, 2005)
Thailand pulled off a 6-4 penalty shootout upset over Champions League contenders Everton in the opening match of the Premier League Asia Trophy tournament. . . . more . . .
De Lucas and Chelsea reach out of court settlement (Jul 20, 2005)
Reigning English Champions Chelsea have reached an out-of-court settlement with Spanish midfielder Enrique De Lucas after the English club terminated his contract in 2003, according to a joint public statement. . . . more . . .
Crouch gives Benitez attacking edge (Jul 20, 2005)
Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez believes beanpole striker Peter Crouch will give him the attacking options to make a challenge for major honours next season. . . . more . . .
Ronaldo set to close door on Brazil career after 2006 World Cup (Jul 20, 2005)
Star striker Ronaldo says he could call it a day for Brazil after the 2006 World Cup in Germany. . . . more . . .
Dutchman Hiddink "99 percent sure" as next Australia coach: official (Jul 20, 2005)
Australian football chief John O'Neill has virtually confirmed that Dutchman Guus Hiddink will be the next coach of Australia's national team, saying he is "99 percent sure" the PSV Eindhoven coach will sign a contract in the coming days. . . . more . . .
Guti fancies Arsenal move (Jul 20, 2005)
Real Madrid midfielder Guti is keen on a move to Arsenal if he leaves the Spanish giants. . . . more . . .
European clubs head east with one goal in mind: Asian dollars (Jul 20, 2005)
European football clubs are heading to Asia in unprecedented numbers but experts are questioning how much success they are having in tapping this vast market. . . . more . . .
Shevchenko pledges future to AC Milan (Jul 20, 2005)
AC Milan striker Andriy Shevchenko has pledged his future to the Italian club despite his recent spat with coach Carlo Ancelotti. . . . more . . .
Anderlecht sign Proto-type goalkeeper (Jul 19, 2005)
Belgian international goalkeeper Silvio Proto signed for Belgian league giants Anderlecht from rivals La Louviere on a five year contract. . . . more . . .
Newcastle sign young Dutch keeper (Jul 19, 2005)
Newcastle have signed young goalkeeper Tim Krul on a three-year deal from Dutch club Den Haag. . . . more . . .
Gerrard rescues Liverpool again (Jul 19, 2005)
Steven Gerrard scored two goals inside sixty seconds to secure a flattering 3-0 victory for Liverpool against Welsh minnows Total Network Solutions in the Champions League first qualifying round second leg. . . . more . . .
Liverpool win battle to sign Crouch (Jul 19, 2005)
Champions League titleholders Liverpool have won the battle to sign highly-rated England striker Peter Crouch from relegated Southampton. . . . more . . .
Petrov returns to Atletico (Jul 19, 2005)
German Bundesliga club VfL Wolfsburg announced their Bulgarian international striker Martin Petrov had returned to his former club Atletico Madrid for a transfer fee believed to be around 10 million euros. . . . more . . .
Cruz Azul coach kidnapped (Jul 19, 2005)
The Argentinian coach of Mexican First Division giants Cruz Azul was kidnapped, the club vice-president announced. . . . more . . .
Ancelotti dismisses talk of Shevchenko rift (Jul 19, 2005)
AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti has dismissed talk that he has fallen out with the club's leading striker Andriy Shevchenko. . . . more . . .
London club set to call off Iran match over bombing avenge fears (Jul 19, 2005)
English second division club Millwall are considering calling off a scheduled match with the Iranian national team because it was feared the game will be targeted by far right extremists. . . . more . . .
Chelsea hopeful of snaring Lyon's Essien (Jul 19, 2005)
Chelsea still hope to sign Lyon midfielder Michael Essien despite being told by the French champions they must pay 32 million pounds (46 million euros). . . . more . . .
Baros set for Liverpool exit (Jul 19, 2005)
Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has indicated he is ready to sell Milan Baros after leaving the Czech striker out of Tuesday's Champions League qualifying match against TNS in Wrexham. . . . more . . .
Celtic close in on Japan star Nakamura (Jul 19, 2005)
Celtic are poised to snap up 27-year-old Japan midfielder Shunsuke Nakamura from Italian club Reggina. . . . more . . .
Boro fail in bid for Hargreaves (Jul 19, 2005)
Middlesbrough manager Steve McClaren has confirmed Owen Hargreaves turned down a move from Bayern Munich. . . . more . . .
Souness tops sack race (Jul 19, 2005)
Newcastle's Graeme Souness has won the first 'award' of the coming English Premiership season by being named by bookmakers William Hill as the favourite to become the first manager to be sacked. . . . more . . .
Colombia, Panama advance to Gold Cup semi-finals (Jul 18, 2005)
Colombia and Panama advanced to a semi-final showdown at the CONCACAF Gold Cup football tournament with dramatic triumphs before 55,000 spectators. . . . more . . .
Leeds seal Blake move (Jul 18, 2005)
English Championship side Leeds boosted their strikeforce by clinching the 800,000 pounds signing of Robbie Blake from Premiership outfit Birmingham City. . . . more . . .
Ferguson warned over future conduct by FA (Jul 18, 2005)
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson was found guilty of improper conduct by the Football Association (FA) and warned as to his future conduct. . . . more . . .
Dalmat sets Santander's hearts racing (Jul 18, 2005)
Much-travelled French attacking midfielder Stephane Dalmat joined Spanish First Division side Racing Santander from Italian giants Inter Milan. . . . more . . .
Lyon put Gerrard price tag on Chelsea target Essien (Jul 18, 2005)
French champions Lyon have told Chelsea to match the 32 million pounds (46 million euros) they were prepared to pay for Liverpool's Steven Gerrard if they want to sign Michael Essien. . . . more . . .
Cole commits to Arsenal (Jul 18, 2005)
Ashley Cole, whose future at Highbury was in doubt after the club took him to a Premier League inquiry for meeting Chelsea over a possible move, has signed a one-year extension to his Arsenal contract. . . . more . . .
Wright-Phillips completes Chelsea move (Jul 18, 2005)
England international winger Shaun Wright-Phillips completed his move to English Premiership champions Chelsea on a five-year deal, the club confirmed. . . . more . . .
Arsenal hit back in Sevilla row (Jul 18, 2005)
Arsene Wenger has hit back after Sevilla threatened to report Arsenal to FIFA for alledgely making an illegal approach to Julio Baptista. . . . more . . .
Simak undergoes treatment for alcoholism (Jul 18, 2005)
Sparta Prague's controversial midfielder Jan Simak is undergoing a three-month treatment programme for alcoholism, the Czech champions revealed. . . . more . . .
No bitterness as Lemmens signs for Olympiakos (Jul 18, 2005)
Greek champions Olympiakos announced that it had signed to Belgian international goalkeeper Erwin Lemmens on a two year contract. . . . more . . .
Gilardino seals dream deal with Milan (Jul 18, 2005)
Italian international striker Alberto Gilardino signed for Serie A giants AC Milan for 24million euros from financially-troubled rivals Parma. . . . more . . .
Star signs are good for Celtic as they secure Virgo (Jul 18, 2005)
Scottish footballing giants Celtic look set to stiffen their defence after agreeing a 1.5million pound fee with English Championship side Brighton for promising defender Adam Virgo. . . . more . . .
Hiddink expected to be named as Socceroos coach (Jul 18, 2005)
The odds are firming that Dutchman Guus Hiddink will become Australia's new football coach after one of the main contenders for the job moved elsewhere over the weekend. . . . more . . .
Fulham bring Jensen back to Premiership (Jul 17, 2005)
Fulham have brought Danish defender Niclas Jensen back to the Premiership with the player agreed a two-year contract with the Cottagers. . . . more . . .
Dutchman Advocat new United Arab Emirates coach (Jul 17, 2005)
Dutchman Dick Advocat has become the new national coach of the United Arab Emirates on a one-year contract, the UAE football federation said. . . . more . . .
Wright-Phillips set for Chelsea as City agree massive fee (Jul 17, 2005)
Promising England international winger Shaun Wright-Phillips is set to join English Premiership champions Chelsea after his present club Manchester City reportedly accepted a bid of 21 million pounds (29 million euros). . . . more . . .
I want to speak to Chelsea, says Wright-Phillips (Jul 16, 2005)
Manchester City winger Shaun Wright-Phillips wants to speak to English champions Chelsea about a transfer to Stamford Bridge, the club said. . . . more . . .
Life must go on without Vieira says Wenger (Jul 16, 2005)
Arsene Wenger has 13.7 million pounds (20 million euros) to spend and insists life and the pursuit of trophies must go on at Arsenal after Patrick Vieira's departure. . . . more . . .
United to buy Stoke third-choice keeper Foster (Jul 16, 2005)
Stoke's third-choice keeper Ben Foster is set to sign for Manchester United who are then expected to loan him out to a lower division side, the Press Association (PA) reported. . . . more . . .
Le Havre's Diarra joins Chelsea (Jul 16, 2005)
Le Havre defensive midfielder Lassana Diarra has joined English Premiership champions Chelsea, the French second division club said. . . . more . . .
Honduras beats Costa Rica 3-2 to reach Gold Cup semi-final (Jul 16, 2005)
Honduras leaped to a three-goal lead and held on for a 3-2 victory over Costa Rica in the quarter-finals of the CONCACAF Gold Cup football tournament. . . . more . . .
Beasley's two goals lift US into Gold Cup semis (Jul 16, 2005)
DaMarcus Beasley scored in the 42nd and 83rd minutes to give the United States a 3-1 victory over Jamaica in a quarter-final match of the CONCACAF Gold Cup football tournament. . . . more . . .
Transfer frustration for Mourinho (Jul 16, 2005)
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has not had things all his own way on the transfer front this summer and his frustration increased when Manchester City's England winger Shaun Wright-Phillips turned him down. . . . more . . .
United defend jeered Rio (Jul 16, 2005)
Manchester United insist that England international defender Rio Ferdinand will shrug off being booed by disgruntled supporters. . . . more . . .
Frenchman Anelka ideal signing says Newcastle boss Souness (Jul 16, 2005)
French striker Nicolas Anelka would be the ideal signing for Newcastle, said manager Graeme Souness, due to his previous Premiership record. . . . more . . .
Brazilian midfielder Ze Carlos extends contract to play for Osaka (Jul 15, 2005)
Brazilian midfielder Ze Carlos has agreed to play for J-League first-division club Cerezo Osaka for another five months. . . . more . . .
Boa Morte keen to join Newcastle (Jul 15, 2005)
Portuguese striker Luis Boa Morte said he would like to move from Fulham to Newcastle so as to have a chance to play in major European championships. . . . more . . .
Man City turn down Chelsea Wright-Phillips bid (Jul 15, 2005)
Manchester City have turned down an 18-million-pound bid from Premiership champions Chelsea for their England winger Shaun Wright-Phillips. . . . more . . .
Juve pin Champions League hopes on Vieira (Jul 15, 2005)
Juventus hope the acquistion of French midfielder Patrick Vieira will be the key to them lifting the Champions League title for the first time in 10 years next season. . . . more . . .
Everton sign Arteta from Sociedad (Jul 15, 2005)
Everton have completed the two-million pound (2.9-million euro) signing of Mikel Arteta from Real Sociedad. . . . more . . .
Former Russian footballer of the year Smertin joins Charlton (Jul 15, 2005)
Former Russian footballer of the year Alexei Smertin has been signed by Charlton on a one-year loan deal from Premiership rivals Chelsea. . . . more . . .
Trust me over Vieira deal Wenger urges fans (Jul 15, 2005)
Arsene Wenger urged Arsenal fans to trust him after allowing captain Patrick Vieira to leave the club in a 13.7-million pound (20-million euro) deal. . . . more . . .
I needed new challenge, says Juve-bound Vieira (Jul 15, 2005)
Patrick Vieira hopes his move to Italian giants Juventus will pave the way for a Champions League winners medal, the only piece of silverware missing from his collection. . . . more . . .
Qatari international gets City chance (Jul 15, 2005)
Qatar international midfielder Yasser Hussain has been handed a chance to make the grade in the English Premiership after being awarded a trial by Manchester City. . . . more . . .
Leverkusen midfielder Ponte sings for Urawa in Japan (Jul 15, 2005)
Robson Ponte, a midfielder for German club Bayer Leverkusen, has signed to play for Japanese club Urawa Red Diamonds. . . . more . . .
Sissoko plays down Vieira comparison (Jul 14, 2005)
Mali midfielder Mohamed Sissoko said that being compared with Patrick Vieira will not cloud his determination to make a success of his 5.6-million-pound move to Liverpool. . . . more . . .
Turkish international Emre signs for Newcastle (Jul 14, 2005)
Newcastle United have boosted their options for the new season by signing Turkish international midfielder Emre Belezoglu from Inter Milan. . . . more . . .
Qatari international gets City chance (Jul 14, 2005)
Qatar international midfielder Yasser Hussain has been handed a chance to make the grade in the English Premiership after being awarded a trial by Manchester City. . . . more . . .
Juventus set to snap up Arsenal's Vieira (Jul 14, 2005)
Juventus were reported to be poised to sign Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira. . . . more . . .
Uruguayan defender Sorondo joins Charlton (Jul 14, 2005)
English Premiership club Charlton completed the signing of Uruguayan centre-back Gonzalo Sorondo on a year's loan from Inter Milan. . . . more . . .
Stoichita handed Kuwait World Cup mission (Jul 14, 2005)
Romanian Mihai Stoichita has been hired as coach of the Kuwait team in a deal worth 460,000 dollars, the KUNA news agency reported. . . . more . . .
South Korea's Park to make Manchester United debut on Asian tour (Jul 14, 2005)
Manchester United said South Korean international Park Ji-Sung will make his club debut later this month in Hong Kong on the first leg of their Asian tour. . . . more . . .
Arsenal and Juventus agree 20-million-euro fee for Vieira (Jul 14, 2005)
Arsenal have agreed a fee of 13.7 million pounds (20 million euros) with Juventus for the sale of French midfielder Patrick Vieira. . . . more . . .
Van der Sar aims for United long haul (Jul 14, 2005)
Dutch veteran Edwin van der Sar is prepared to sacrifice his international career if it means he can hang onto his first team place at Manchester United. . . . more . . .
Barcelona to play J-League champions Yokohama (Jul 14, 2005)
Spanish league champions Barcelona will play a friendly against J-League champions Yokohama Marinos on July 30. . . . more . . .
South Korean striker Ahn completes Metz move (Jul 14, 2005)
METZ, France AFP) - South Korean striker Ahn Jung-hwan has completed his move to French Ligue 1 strugglers Metz, signing a one-year contract. . . . more . . .
Keane injury blow to Man United's Asian tour (Jul 14, 2005)
Roy Keane and Wes Brown have been ruled out of Manchester United's Asian tour through injury while Gabriel Heinze is rested. . . . more . . .
Gerrard bounces back in style with hat-trick (Jul 13, 2005)
Steven Gerrard rubber-stamped his long-term commitment to Liverpool with a hat-trick as the European champions launched the defence of their Champions League crown with a comfortable 3-0 win against Welsh champions Total Network Solutions. . . . more . . .
Lyon hanging onto Essien (Jul 13, 2005)
Lyon coach Gerard Houllier insisted that Chelsea target Michael Essien would be on the plane for South Korea later in the day when the French champions fly out for a pre-season tournament. . . . more . . .
Bolton make dash for Walker (Jul 13, 2005)
Bolton hope to boost their goalkeeping line-up by signing former England stopper Ian Walker. . . . more . . .
Desperate Vietnam football seeks to entice nationals playing abroad (Jul 13, 2005)
Vietnam's football authorities are seeking to attract talented players of Vietnamese origin living abroad for inclusion in the struggling national team, its coach Alfred Riedl told AFP. . . . more . . .
New Liverpool contract for Hyypia (Jul 13, 2005)
Liverpool chief executive Rick Parry said that Finland international Sami Hyypia will be offered a new contract despite making a bid for Gabriel Milito. . . . more . . .
Only a matter of time before Essien moves to Chelsea says agent (Jul 13, 2005)
The ongoing saga of the potential move to English Premiership champions Chelsea of Ghanaian midfielder Michael Essien from French champions Lyon should be resolved soon, claimed his agent. . . . more . . .
Liverpool track Argentine defender Milito (Jul 13, 2005)
Liverpool were reported to be set to make an improved 7.5 million pound bid for Real Zaragoza's Argentine defender Gabriel Milito. . . . more . . .
South Korean striker Ahn seeks to move to Spain, England after France (Jul 13, 2005)
South Korean striker Ahn Jung-hwan said he hopes to move to Spain or England when he completes his one-year deal with French Ligue 1 strugglers Metz. . . . more . . .
Asian fans urged to give Glazers cool reception (Jul 13, 2005)
Asian fans have been urged to give Manchester United's controversial new owners a cool reception if they join the club on its tour of Hong Kong, China and Japan this month. . . . more . . .
Ferguson orders Rio to sign new contract (Jul 13, 2005)
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson reiterated his call for Rio Ferdinand to sign his new contract and avoid a weakened side heading into the new season. . . . more . . .
Wigan shore up defence (Jul 13, 2005)
Newly-promoted Wigan have completed the signing of Tranmere full-back Ryan Taylor for an undisclosed fee. . . . more . . .
Fit-again Hao sets sights on Premiership prize with Blades (Jul 13, 2005)
Veteran Chinese striker Hao Haidong believes he can force his way into Sheffield United's first team and help the English club win promotion to the Premiership. . . . more . . .
FA hit back at Mourinho comments (Jul 13, 2005)
The Football Association (FA) blasted Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho for his claims that Premiership rivals Arsenal received preferential treatment. . . . more . . .
Auxerre snap up Danish midfielder (Jul 13, 2005)
Auxerre have signed Brondby midfielder Thomas Kahlenberg on a four-year contract. . . . more . . .
Dyer pens new deal (Jul 13, 2005)
Newcastle chairman Freddy Shepherd confirmed that midfielder Kieron Dyer has agreed a new contract with the Premiership side. . . . more . . .
Manchester United launches official Chinese websites ahead of Asia tour (Jul 13, 2005)
Manchester United has launched official websites in Chinese a week ahead of its Asian Tour. . . . more . . .
Benfica chase Milan's Tomasson (Jul 13, 2005)
Portuguese champions Benfica were reported to be on the verge of signing AC Milan's Denmark striker John Dahl Tomasson. . . . more . . .
City put price on Wright-Phillips (Jul 12, 2005)
Manchester City have told Chelsea they will not sell Shaun Wright-Phillips for under 23 million pounds. . . . more . . .
Juventus sound out Arsenal on Vieira (Jul 12, 2005)
Arsenal have admitted that Juventus have made a move to sign captain Patrick Vieira. . . . more . . .
Benitez wary of Welsh dragons' fire (Jul 12, 2005)
Rafael Benitez has warned Liverpool to put last season's heroics being them when they open their Champions League defence against Welsh minnows TNS on Wednesday. . . . more . . .
Lyon's Essien set for Chelsea (Jul 12, 2005)
French footballer of the year Michael Essien has called on French champions Lyon to let him go to English champions Chelsea who have already had a 25 million euro (17 million pound) bid for the player rejected. . . . more . . .
More injury woes for Bramble (Jul 12, 2005)
Newcastle defender Titus Bramble will be sidelined for several weeks after breaking his elbow in training, the English Premiership club revealed. . . . more . . .
Striker blow for Premiership newcomers Wigan (Jul 12, 2005)
Newly-promoted Wigan have received a set-back a month before the English Premiership kicks off with news that leading scorer Nathan Ellington has turned down a new contract. . . . more . . .
Reina sets Liverpool target (Jul 12, 2005)
Liverpool's new 6 million pound goalkeeper Jose 'Pepe' Reina wants Champions League hero Jerzy Dudek's goalkeeping shirt. . . . more . . .
Essien set for Chelsea (Jul 12, 2005)
French footballer of the year Michael Essien has called on French champions Lyon to let him go to English champions Chelsea who have already had a 25 million euro (30.6 million dollars, 17 million pound) bid for the player rejected. . . . more . . .
Korea striker Ahn Jung-hwan set for Metz (Jul 12, 2005)
South Korea striker Ahn Jung-hwan is set to join French club Metz on a one-year contract once the club gets his paperwork sorted out. . . . more . . .
Spurs go for Real's Guti (Jul 12, 2005)
Tottenham are set to make a 5 million pound bid to sign Real Madrid star Guti. . . . more . . .
Tottenham's Atouba signs for Hamburg (Jul 12, 2005)
Tottenham's Cameroon international defender Thimothee Atouba has signed a three year deal with SV Hamburg. . . . more . . .
Marseille bring in loan pair (Jul 12, 2005)
Marseille have signed French midfielder Sabri Lamouchi and Peru striker Andres Mendoza on loan for a season. . . . more . . .
Crespo reports for Chelsea duty (Jul 12, 2005)
Hernan Crespo, who originally wanted to stay in Italy with AC Milan where he had been loaned for a year, has pledged to score for Chelsea. . . . more . . .
Pompey snap up Vignal (Jul 12, 2005)
Portsmouth have signed French defender Gregory Vignal from Scottish champions Rangers on a two-year contract. . . . more . . .
New hope for Premiership newcomers Wigan (Jul 12, 2005)
Newly-promoted Wigan hope to tie Nathan Ellington down to a long-term contract after the club's leading scorer turned down a new contract. . . . more . . .
Stalemate between Lyon and Chelsea over Essien (Jul 12, 2005)
French footballer of the year Michael Essien has called on French champions Lyon to let him go to English champions Chelsea who have already had a 25 million euro (30.6 million dollars, 17 million pound) bid for the player rejected. . . . more . . .
Robinho ready to renounce millions to join Real Madrid (Jul 12, 2005)
Brazilian international Robinho insisted that he is ready to give up the millions that are due to him financially in order to secure a move to Real Madrid. . . . more . . .
Gilardino's transfer put on hold (Jul 12, 2005)
Parma's Italian international striker Alberto Gilardino's multi-million euro transfer to AC Milan from cash-strapped Serie A rivals Parma has been put on hold the potential buying club's chief executive Adriano Galliani said. . . . more . . .
Pepe sets Liverpool target (Jul 12, 2005)
Liverpool's new 6 million pound goalkeeper Jose 'Pepe' Reina wants Champions League hero Jerzy Dudek's goalkeeping shirt. . . . more . . .
J-League striker Emerson to join Qatari side Al-Sad (Jul 11, 2005)
Brazilian striker Emerson, the top J-league scorer last season, will move to cash-rich Qatari side Al-Sad from Urawa Red Diamonds. . . . more . . .
Monaco get their Camel (Jul 11, 2005)
French international midfielder Camel Meriem signed for 2004 Champions League finalists Monaco for a fee believed to be around 6.5 million euros from Bordeaux, the selling club revealed. . . . more . . .
Chelsea boss tells rivals: Improve or lose again (Jul 11, 2005)
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has warned his English Premiership rivals to improve or finish second again. . . . more . . .
Arsenal target Baptista staying with Sevilla (Jul 11, 2005)
Arsenal's hopes of signing Brazil striker Julio Baptista have been set back with news the 23-year-old wants to stay with his Spanish club Sevilla. . . . more . . .
Benitez confident of goals from Morientes (Jul 11, 2005)
Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has described Fernando Morientes as 'like a new signing' and revealed he has high hopes for him this coming season. . . . more . . .
Figo on Real tour (Jul 11, 2005)
Real Madrid leave Thursday for a pre-season tour of the United States and Asia without defenders Walter Samuel and Jonathan Woodgate but with want-away winger Luis Figo. . . . more . . .
Stuttgart chase Nigeria striker Makinwa (Jul 11, 2005)
Stuttgart are reported to have bid 8.2 million euros for Atalanta Bergamo's Nigeria striker Stephan Makinwa. . . . more . . .
Celtic chase Japan star Nakamura (Jul 11, 2005)
Celtic are set to make a move for 27-year-old Japan midfielder Shunsuke Nakamura. . . . more . . .
Crouch set for Liverpool but Figo capture unlikely (Jul 11, 2005)
Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez said Southampton's Peter Crouch could soon be a new addition to his squad but added Luis Figo would probably not be joining the European champions. . . . more . . .
Liverpool put faith in new Vieira (Jul 11, 2005)
Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez claims Mohamed Sissoko will turn out better than Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira. . . . more . . .
Greece unveils ambitious plans to host Euro 2012 (Jul 11, 2005)
Euro 2004 champions Greece have plans to spend 115 million euros (138 million dollars) on six of eight stadia needed for their candidacy to host the 2012 European football championship, a sports ministry source told AFP. . . . more . . .
Practice makes perfect for Smertin as he opts for Charlton loan (Jul 11, 2005)
Russian international midfielder Alexei Smertin is to join Premiership side Charlton Athletic from champions Chelsea on a season long loan, he announced. . . . more . . .
Players back coach McMahon over player revolt claims (Jul 11, 2005)
Former England international Steve McMahon, now coaching Australian A-League club Perth Glory, was given the backing of his players amid reports of a player revolt. . . . more . . .
Vieira wants to know if he is in or out (Jul 11, 2005)
Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira reportedly wants to meet manager Arsene Wenger to discuss his future after he was linked with Juventus. . . . more . . .
Hiddink linked to Socceroos job (Jul 10, 2005)
Former Dutch and South Korean national coach Guus Hiddink has been linked with the Australian national football team on a part-time basis. . . . more . . .
Hiddink linked to Socceroos job: reports (Jul 10, 2005)
Former Dutch and South Korean national coach Guus Hiddink has been linked with the Australian national football team on a part-time basis, reports said. . . . more . . .
Brazil's Leo set for Benfica (Jul 10, 2005)
Brazilian international defender Leo has reached an agreement with Portuguese giants Benfica. . . . more . . .
Ferguson unworried by Ferdinand contract deadlock (Jul 10, 2005)
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson is refusing to be worried by the current deadlock over Rio Ferdinand's new contract. . . . more . . .
Village people enter Liverpool's land of the giants (Jul 10, 2005)
They are just 60 miles (100km) apart on the map but when it comes to football, light years separate the players of Llansantffraid and Liverpool. . . . more . . .
McLeish hails undiscovered diamond Nieto (Jul 09, 2005)
Rangers manager Alex McLeish believes the Scottish champions have discovered a diamond in the rough in Argentinian striker Federico Nieto. . . . more . . .
Belgium's Goor returns to Anderlecht (Jul 09, 2005)
Feyenoord's Belgian midfielder Bart Goor has signed a three-year contract with former club Anderlecht for between 1.5 and two million euros. . . . more . . .
Woodward signals Saints move may not be set in stone (Jul 09, 2005)
British and Irish Lions rugby coach Sir Clive Woodward signalled that his well-publicised move to English football club Southampton may not be set in stone. . . . more . . .
Giggs confident United can regain Premiership title (Jul 09, 2005)
Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs is confident his side can challenge Chelsea for the Premiership title next season. . . . more . . .
Local talent key to Liverpool success insists Benitez (Jul 09, 2005)
Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez believes the local influence of Steven Gerrard and Jamie Carragher are key to the future success of the European champions. . . . more . . .
Japan's Nakamura targetted by Celtic (Jul 09, 2005)
Japan midfielder Shunsuke Nakamura has been targetted by Scottish Premier League giants Celtic after manager Gordon Strachan was impressed by his performances at the Confederations Cup. . . . more . . .
Torino not admitted to Italian league (Jul 09, 2005)
Torino, who are being investigated for fraud, have not been admitted into the Italian first division next season. . . . more . . .
Sissoko snubs Everton and joins Liverpool (Jul 09, 2005)
Mali midfielder Mohamed Sissoko, who was linked with a move to Everton, has decided to sign for European champions Liverpool instead. . . . more . . .
Parma's Gilardino joins AC Milan (Jul 09, 2005)
Parma's Italian international striker Gilardino has reportedly joined AC Milan. . . . more . . .
South Africa shock Mexico 2-1 in Gold Cup opener (Jul 09, 2005)
South Africa launched their campaign in the CONCACAF Gold Cup with a 2-1 victory over defending champions Mexico. . . . more . . .
Richardson and Kleberson set for United trip (Jul 09, 2005)
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has pledged to take Kieran Richardson and Kleberson on the Red Devil's four-match Far East tour even though their long-term future in the Premiership side remains in doubt. . . . more . . .
Esperance goalkeeper Tizie foils brave ASEC (Jul 09, 2005)
Several superb saves by Jean-Jacques Tizie salvaged a 0-0 draw for Esperance of Tunisia against ASEC of Ivory Coast in the African Champions League. . . . more . . .
Chelsea casualties set to report for duty (Jul 08, 2005)
Frank Lampard, John Terry, Ricardo Carvalho and Wayne Bridge all expect to be ready for the new season when Chelsea defend their English Premiership title. . . . more . . .
Mendes vows to avoid London underground (Jul 08, 2005)
Tottenham's Portuguese midfielder Pedro Mendes says he will no longer ride the London underground in the wake of the bomb blasts that killed at least 37. . . . more . . .
Six-month suspended jail sentence for Chilavert (Jul 08, 2005)
Former Paraguayan international goalkeeper Jose Luis Chilavert has been given a six-month suspended prison sentence by a court relating to a false document he produced to back up a demand for compensation from his former club Strasbourg. . . . more . . .
Real confident on Robinho (Jul 08, 2005)
Real Madrid coach Wanderley Luxemburgo is confident Brazil star Robinho will be a Madrid player next week. . . . more . . .
Gerrard and Carragher commit futures to Liverpool (Jul 08, 2005)
Liverpool duo Steven Gerrard and Jamie Carragher have signed new four-year contracts with the European Cup winners. . . . more . . .
Bellamy vows to shake off bad boy label at Blackburn (Jul 07, 2005)
Newcastle striker Craig Bellamy vowed to shake of his bad boy label at his new club Blackburn. . . . more . . .
Gerrard to woo back Liverpool fans (Jul 07, 2005)
Steven Gerrard will attempt to woo back Liverpool fans when he parades the European Cup before a friendly against Wrexham. . . . more . . .
Bellamy joins Blackburn on a four-year contract (Jul 07, 2005)
Newcastle striker Craig Bellamy sprang a major surprise when he joined Blackburn on a four-year contract. . . . more . . .
Robinson agrees new seven-year Tottenham deal (Jul 07, 2005)
England goalkeeper Paul Robinson signed a new seven-year contract with English Premiership side Tottenham. . . . more . . .
United lose Fortune (Jul 07, 2005)
Manchester United utility man Quinton Fortune will be sidelined for up to six weeks after having knee surgery. . . . more . . .
Scotland snub for British Olympic team (Jul 07, 2005)
Scotland have quashed England hopes of putting a British football team into the 2012 London Olympics. . . . more . . .
Newcastle bid for Inter's Emre (Jul 07, 2005)
Newcastle have tabled an official bid for Inter Milan's Turkey international Emre Belozoglu. . . . more . . .
Figo set for Liverpool move (Jul 07, 2005)
Real Madrid's Portugal forward Luis Figo is poised to join European champions Liverpool. . . . more . . .
Crespo back with Chelsea (Jul 07, 2005)
Chelsea have confirmed that Argentine striker Hernan Crespo will return to Stamford Bridge for the new Premiership season. . . . more . . .
Bellamy opts for Blackburn (Jul 07, 2005)
Newcastle striker Craig Bellamy sprang a major surprise when he opted for a move to Blackburn. . . . more . . .
Brazilian striker Luizao to play for J-League's Nagoya (Jul 07, 2005)
Luizao, a member of Brazil's 2002 World Cup winning squad, has signed up with J-League first division club Nagoya Grampus Eight. . . . more . . .
Galatasaray chase Pires (Jul 07, 2005)
Turkish club Galatasaray have reportedly made Arsenal's France winger Robert Pires an 8 million euro offer spread over three years. . . . more . . .
Liverpool wait on new Chelsea bid for Gerrard (Jul 06, 2005)
Liverpool are waiting on a new offer from Chelsea before giving Steven Gerrard the green light to make a British record move to Stamford Bridge. . . . more . . .
Sochaux sack coach Lacombe (Jul 06, 2005)
Sochaux have sacked coach Guy Lacombe, the French first division side revealed. . . . more . . .
Gerrard in shock Liverpool U-turn (Jul 06, 2005)
Liverpool chief executive Rick Parry said skipper Steven Gerrard had changed his mind and was staying with the club. . . . more . . .
Danish skipper Helveg joins Monchengladbach (Jul 05, 2005)
Thomas Helveg, the Denmark captain whose club Norwich were relegated from the English Premiership last season, is joining Bundesliga side Borussia Monchengladbach. . . . more . . .
Kapsis to play for Olympiakos (Jul 05, 2005)
Greece international defender Michalis Kapsis has reportedly agreed to play with Greek champions Olympiakos Piraeus next season. . . . more . . .
Mexico bans drug offenders (Jul 05, 2005)
Mexico defenders Salvador Carmona and Aaron Galindo have been banned for a year after testing positive for a derivative of nandrolone, a banned anabolic steroid. . . . more . . .
Allardyce hoping Hurricane will blow through Bolton (Jul 05, 2005)
African hot-shot Collins Mbesuma, nicknamed The Hurricane, is a target for Premiership side Bolton as boss Sam Allardyce looks to bolster his squad before the team's UEFA Cup debut next season. . . . more . . .
AC Milan sign Vieri from city rivals Inter (Jul 05, 2005)
AC Milan signed Italian international striker Christian Vieri from city rivals Inter Milan on a two-year deal. . . . more . . .
Gerrard tells Liverpool he wants to go (Jul 05, 2005)
England midfielder Steven Gerrard told Liverpool that he wants to leave the club, sparking a probable bidding war between Chelsea and Real Madrid. . . . more . . .
West returns to England with Plymouth (Jul 05, 2005)
Nigeria international and former Inter Milan, AC Milan and Derby centre-back Taribo West has joined Championship side Plymouth on a one-year deal. . . . more . . .
Yakubu sets his sights on Champions League (Jul 05, 2005)
New Middlesbrough striker Aiyegbeni Yakubu breezed into Teeside and vowed to help fire the club into the Champions League. . . . more . . .
Bruce says Melchiot is not for sale (Jul 05, 2005)
Birmingham manager Steve Bruce has moved to fend off interest from Villareal by insisting that Dutch defender Mario Melchiot will stay at St Andrews. . . . more . . .
The Sky's the limit for Torino (Jul 05, 2005)
Satellite broadcaster Sky-Italia has come to the rescue of debt-ridden Torino whose precarious financial state was threatening to jeopardise their promotion to the Italian first division. . . . more . . .
Liverpool reject Chelsea's 32 million bid for Gerrard (Jul 05, 2005)
Liverpool have rejected a staggering 32 million pound (56 million dollar) bid from Chelsea for Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard. . . . more . . .
Nelsen set for new contract after work permit problems resolved (Jul 05, 2005)
New Zealand centre-back Ryan Nelsen is set to sign a new three-year contract at Blackburn after being granted a work permit for the new season. . . . more . . .
Park given all-clear to join United (Jul 05, 2005)
South Korea midfielder Park Ji-Sung has been granted a work permit to play in the Premiership and will join up with his new Manchester United team-mates next Monday. . . . more . . .
Solari close to Inter deal: club president (Jul 05, 2005)
Inter Milan said it was close to signing Real Madrid's Argentinian midfielder Santiago Solari. . . . more . . .
PSG snap up Dhorasso as they gear up for title challenge (Jul 05, 2005)
Paris St Germain have signed AC Milan's France midfielder Vikash Dhorasoo, the French first division side said on their website. . . . more . . .
Chelsea bid 32 million for Gerrard (Jul 05, 2005)
Chelsea were reported to have lodged a staggering 32 million pound (56 million dollar) bid for Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard. . . . more . . .
It's the Real deal as rumour mill goes into overdrive (Jul 04, 2005)
Spanish giants Real Madrid, without a trophy for the last two season, are desperate to return to winning ways. . . . more . . .
Kewell settles libel case with Lineker (Jul 04, 2005)
England football legend Gary Lineker and Liverpool star Harry Kewell have settled their High Court libel case, lawyers have confirmed. . . . more . . .
Mourinho plans future without Roman's riches (Jul 04, 2005)
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho, who has spent 100 million pounds on players in his first year in London, says he will not need Roman Abramovich's money in five years. . . . more . . .
Everton chase Valencia pair (Jul 04, 2005)
Everton are hoping to land Valencia pair Mohammed Sissoko and Emiliano Moretti who were originally signed by Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez when he was in charge of the Spanish club. . . . more . . .
Gerrard talks with Liverpool break down, unlikely to re-open: agent (Jul 04, 2005)
Steven Gerrard may be on the verge of leaving Liverpool after his agent said talks over a new deal had broken down and were unlikely to start again. . . . more . . .
Mourinho puts money on England World Cup win (Jul 04, 2005)
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho says Sven-Goran Eriksson's England can win the World Cup next year. . . . more . . .
Man United give China 400,000 dollars to fight human-trafficking (Jul 04, 2005)
English Premier League club Manchester United is backing China's fight against human-trafficking with a 400,000-dollar donation in partnership with the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), the UN agency said. . . . more . . .
McCarthy holding out for Blackburn (Jul 04, 2005)
South Africa striker Benni McCarthy will refuse all other transfer offers for the remaining two years of his contract with Porto if the Portuguese side does not let him join Blackburn Rovers this week. . . . more . . .
Soccer stars score as they play the field (Jul 04, 2005)
English league footballers admit they could have a different girl every night in their celebrity lifestyles. . . . more . . .
Ferguson set to steer United into new era (Jul 04, 2005)
Chief executive David Gill is convinced Sir Alex Ferguson can drive Manchester United back to the English Premiership summit now the club's ownership crisis has been resolved. . . . more . . .
Anderson among three new Benfica recruits (Jul 04, 2005)
Portuguese champions Benfica have unveiled Brazilian international defender Anderson, who signed from Corinthians, as one of three new recruits for the upcoming season. . . . more . . .
Bolton sign Oman keeper Al Habsi (Jul 04, 2005)
Bolton Wanderers have signed Oman goalkeeper Ali Al Habsi who will join the English Premiership club in January when he completes his commitments to Norwegian side Lyn Oslo. . . . more . . .
We want Gerrard to stay insists Liverpool boss (Jul 04, 2005)
Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has made an impassioned plea to Steven Gerrard urging him to keep his side of the bargain amid reports that the striker may be on the verge of walking out of Anfield. . . . more . . .
Chelsea desperately seeking striker (Jul 04, 2005)
Chelsea are reported to be ready to make a 37 million pound (54.6 million euro) bid for Juventus striker David Trezeguet - paving the way for Hernan Crespo to stay at Milan. . . . more . . .
Gerrard bust-up raises doubts over Liverpool future (Jul 04, 2005)
Steven Gerrard may be on the verge of leaving Liverpool after a reported training-ground bust-up with manager Rafael Benitez. . . . more . . .
Messi-inspired Argentina win World Youth championships (Jul 03, 2005)
Argentina were crowned World Youth Under-20 champions after a brace of penalties from Lionel Messi lifted them to a 2-1 win over Nigeria in the final at the Galgenwaard stadium here. . . . more . . .
Contract rebels look set to sign (Jul 03, 2005)
Rio Ferdinand and Cristiano Ronaldo look set to sign new long-term contract extensions after months of protracted negotiations and even allegations of disloyalty in the case of the England defender. . . . more . . .
England international Rooney not for sale at any price: report (Jul 03, 2005)
Manchester United's England striker Wayne Rooney is not for sale at any price, club chief executive David Gill said, even though the Glazer family's Old Trafford buy-out has landed them 500 million pounds (740 million euros) in debt. . . . more . . .
United's future chairman pleads with fans (Jul 02, 2005)
Joel Glazer, expected to be named as Manchester United's new chairman later this month, has pleaded with Manchester United fans not to make snap judgements on his family's Old Trafford reign. . . . more . . .
Zenden signs for Liverpool (Jul 02, 2005)
Experienced Dutch winger Boudewijn Zenden signed for Champions League holders Liverpool from Premiership rivals Middlesbrough on a free transfer. . . . more . . .
Messi-inspired Argentina win World Youth championships (Jul 02, 2005)
Argentina were crowned World Youth Under-20 champions after a brace of penalties from Lionel Messi lifted them to a 2-1 win over Nigeria in the final. . . . more . . .
Frenchman Aliadiere dreams of World Cup (Jul 02, 2005)
Celtic's newest recruit Jeremie Aliadiere said his move to the Scottish giants could make his World Cup dream come true. . . . more . . .
Transfer ban for Roma (Jul 01, 2005)
AS Roma have been banned from buying players for a year by FIFA over their controversial signing of Auxerre defender Philippe Mexes in 2004. . . . more . . .
Croatian Maric returns to Dinamo Zagreb (Jul 01, 2005)
Croatian international midfielder Silvio Maric signed a two-year contract with his former club Dinamo Zagreb, the Croatian first division side confirmed. . . . more . . .
Brazilian midfielder Danilo to play for Mexican league Guadalajara (Jul 01, 2005)
J-League's Brazilian midfielder Danilo has signed a six-month contract to play for Mexican league club Guadalajara on loan. . . . more . . .
Arsenal chase Seville's Baptista (Jul 01, 2005)
Arsenal vice-chairman David Dein has flown to Spain to negotiate a 10 million pound deal for Seville Brazilian striker Julio Baptista. . . . more . . .
Newcastle fancy Manchester's Smith (Jul 01, 2005)
Newcastle have made Alan Smith their No.1 transfer target as the pressure mounts on manager Graeme Souness to bring in new signings. . . . more . . .
Manchester United striker Saha in Everton sights (Jul 01, 2005)
Manchester United striker Louis Saha has been linked with a season-long loan move to Everton as manager David Moyes says he wants four more new signings. . . . more . . .
Aliadiere loaned out to Celtic (Jul 01, 2005)
Arsenal striker Jeremie Aliadiere has completed a season-long loan move to Celtic. . . . more . . .
Middlesbrough turn down Tottenham's Downing bid (Jul 01, 2005)
Middlesbrough have turned down a bid by fellow English Premiership club Tottenham for England midfielder Stewart Downing. . . . more . . .
Roma appeal to CAS after FIFA impose one-year transfer ban (Jul 01, 2005)
AS Roma have decided to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), the Italian club said, following FIFA's imposing of a one-year transfer ban after their controversial signing of Auxerre's Philippe Mexes. . . . more . . .
Glazers tell Ferguson he can go out shopping (Jul 01, 2005)
Manchester United's new owners have assured manager Alex Ferguson he will have the cash to make big transfer buys in the summer. . . . more . . .
Ferguson has job for years to come says Glazer (Jul 01, 2005)
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson has been told that his future at the club is secure for 'years to come' by Joel Glazer, the son of the club's new owner, the American tycoon Malcolm Glazer. . . . more . . .
Vieri rings down curtain at Inter (Jul 01, 2005)
Inter Milan have released Italy striker Christian Vieri a year before his contract ran out. . . . more . . .
Liverpool chase Chile winger Gonzales (Jul 01, 2005)
Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez is close to signing Albacete's Chilean winger Mark Gonzales on a year-long loan. . . . more . . .
Dutch teen star on new Arsenal deal (Jul 01, 2005)
Dutch teenager Quincy Owusu-Abeyie has signed a new long-term contract at Arsenal. . . . more . . .
