Today's soccer news from around the world
Djite excited by Aussie return (Fri Sep 03) (FIFA.com News)
Bruce Djite believes Gold Coast United coach Miron Bleiberg can help his career reach the next level after the striker left Genclerbirligi to return to Australia. . . . more . . .
Villa return for keeper Marshall (Fri Sep 03) (BBC Sports)
Aston Villa re-sign 35-year-old goalkeeper Andy Marshall having released him at the start of the summer. . . . more . . .
England pressure inspires Capello (Fri Sep 03) (BBC Sports)
England coach Fabio Capello says he hopes the pressure of expectation over the team's Euro 2012 qualifier with Bulgaria will bring out the best in him. . . . more . . .
Wales hope for Bale inspiration (Fri Sep 03) (BBC Sports)
John Toshack is not surprised by Gareth Bale's rise and hopes the Tottenham Hotspur star can inspire Wales. . . . more . . .
Banfield take slim advantage (Fri Sep 03) (FIFA.com News)
Banfield took an important step towards the Copa Sudamericana Round of 16 as they saw off fellow Argentinian side Velez Sarsfield 1-0 as visitors. . . . more . . .
Santos up to third (Fri Sep 03) (FIFA.com News)
Santos took an equal share of third in the Campeonato Brasileiro with a 2-1 home triumph against Avai thanks to goals from Neymar and Marcel, while Sao Paulo defeated Atletico Goianiense. . . . more . . .
Pazzini looking to show Florence he's matured (Fri Sep 03) (FIFA.com News)
Sampdoria forward Giampaolo Pazzini said he is looking forward to showing the Florentine public that he has matured when he starts for the Azzurri against Estonia. . . . more . . .
Beckham targeting return next week (Fri Sep 03) (FIFA.com News)
Former England captain David Beckham is hoping to make his return for Los Angeles Galaxy next weekend after six months out with an Achilles injury. . . . more . . .
Benayoun at the treble (Thu Sep 02) (FIFA.com News)
Yossi Benayoun struck a hat-trick as Israel bgan their UEFA EURO 2012 qualifying campaign with a 3-1 home victory over Malta. . . . more . . .
Beckham eyes 11 September return (Thu Sep 02) (BBC Sports)
Former England captain David Beckham hopes to play for the LA Galaxy against Columbus Crew on 11 September. . . . more . . .
Cricket scandal hits Croydon team (Thu Sep 02) (BBC Sports)
The future of non-league side Croydon Athletic is in doubt due to the club's alleged link to the Pakistan cricket betting scandal. . . . more . . .
Al Jazira go top, Bani Yas win (Thu Sep 02) (FIFA.com News)
Al Jazira went on top of UAE League standings with a 2-1 win over Al Sharjah, while Bani Yas claimed their second league win of the season as they defeated Al Dhafra 2-0. . . . more . . .
PSV turned down Bebe 'for free' (Thu Sep 02) (BBC Sports)
The former agent of Manchester United striker Bebe, who was signed for over £7m, says PSV Eindhoven turned down the player when he was available for free. . . . more . . .
Levein promises improvement (Thu Sep 02) (FIFA.com News)
Scotland face Lithuania on away turf tomorrow looking to improve their recent record in qualifying competition. . . . more . . .
Rami unfazed by pressure (Thu Sep 02) (FIFA.com News)
France midfielder Adil Rami has stressed the importance of Les Bleus getting their UEFA EURO 2012 qualifying campaign off to a strong start. . . . more . . .
Bilic, Kranjcar eye six early points (Thu Sep 02) (FIFA.com News)
Croatia need to begin their UEFA EURO 2012 qualifying campaign by beating both Latvia and Greece, according to coach Slaven Bilic and playmaker Niko Kranjcar. . . . more . . .
Essien: I’m sure we can win the big one (Thu Sep 02) (FIFA.com News)
Michael Essien has revealed he is convinced Chelsea can follow up their domestic double of 2009/10 by winning the UEFA Champions League, while Frank Lampard has warned against complacency. . . . more . . .
Toshack queries Euro ref choice (Thu Sep 02) (BBC Sports)
John Toshack questions the appointment of referee Anastassios Kakos in Wales' Euro 2012 opener in Montenegro. . . . more . . .
Gerrard: I thrive on responsibility (Thu Sep 02) (FIFA.com News)
Steven Gerrard has discussed the pressure England are under, their need to make a winning start to UEFA EURO 2012 qualifying and carrying the captain’s armband. . . . more . . .
Curbishley linked with Villa job (Thu Sep 02) (BBC Sports)
Alan Curbishley is among those to be interviewed for the vacant manager's post at Aston Villa, BBC Sport understands. . . . more . . .
