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Uruguay get off the mark in Copa America (Jun 30, 2007)
Striker Vicente Sanchez struck from close range to hand Uruguay a precious 1-0 win over Bolivia, and a lifeline in group A of the Copa America on Saturday. . . . more . . .
Mouloudia Alger and Real Banjul qualify for Africa (Jun 30, 2007)
Mouloudia Alger of Algeria and Real Banjul of Gambia have secured places in the 2009 African Football Confederation club competitions. . . . more . . .
Rights to broadcast Euro 2012 will cost 1 billion euros (Jun 30, 2007)
The rights to broadcast the Euro 2012 football championships are going to be sold for one billion euros, Adam Olkowicz, head of the Polish committee for organizing the championships, said Saturday in Yalta. . . . more . . .
Nakamura spearheads Japan's Asian Cup squad (Jun 30, 2007)
Japan coach Ivica Osim announced his final squad for the defence of the Asian Cup led by the 2004 most valuable player Shunsuke Nakamura, the Japan Football Association said. . . . more . . .
Burkina Faso officials resign over Nations Cup losses (Jun 30, 2007)
The Burkina Faso Football Federation executive committee has quit after a disastrous 2008 African Nations Cup qualifying campaign. . . . more . . .
Forlan to bolster Atletico's strike force (Jun 30, 2007)
Uruguay striker Diego Forlan is poised to sign for Atletico Madrid, his club Villarreal disclosed on Saturday. . . . more . . .
Rooney proud to wear Law's number 10 (Jun 30, 2007)
England striker Wayne Rooney will follow in the footstepps of Manchester United legend Dennis Law by wearing the number 10 jersey at Old Trafford next season. . . . more . . .
Viduka and Kewell on target for rusty Australia (Jun 30, 2007)
A rusty Australia made heavy work of minnows Singapore Saturday, struggling in the heat before two goals from Mark Viduka and a Harry Kewell rocket handed them a morale-boosting 3-0 victory. . . . more . . .
Ronaldinho carries Pan-American Games torch (Jun 30, 2007)
Brazilian footballer Ronaldinho took a turn in carrying the torch ahead of the 2007 Pan-American Games, to be held in Rio de Janeiro from July 13-29. . . . more . . .
Real agree deal with Robben, says Spanish press (Jun 30, 2007)
Real Madrid have agreed a deal to sign Chelsea's flying Dutch winger Arjen Robben according to reports in a Spanish newspaper on Saturday. . . . more . . .
Torres close to Liverpool switch, says press (Jun 30, 2007)
Spanish press reported on Saturday that Atletico Madrid star Fernando Torres was closer than ever to making a move to English Premiership side Liverpool. . . . more . . .
Olympiakos sign Argentina striker Galletti (Jun 29, 2007)
Greek champions Olympiakos announced Friday that Argentine striker Luciano Martin Galletti has penned a four-year contract. . . . more . . .
Cisse homing in on Marseille switch (Jun 29, 2007)
France striker Djibril Cisse is close to making his loan switch from Liverpool to Marseille permanent, his agent said Friday. . . . more . . .
Allardyce holds Edmilson talks in Barcelona (Jun 29, 2007)
Newcastle boss Sam Allardyce has flown to Barcelona, hot on the heels of Brazilian World Cup winner Edmilson. . . . more . . .
Toulouse sign Elfsborg defender Jonsson (Jun 29, 2007)
Toulouse have signed Swedish defender Jon Jonsson from Elfsborg, the French club's coach Elie Baup said Friday. . . . more . . .
Bayern and Klose head to Hong Kong for pre-season game (Jun 29, 2007)
Bayern Munich's star-studded new squad gathered on Friday for their first day of pre-season training before the German giants head to Hong Kong for a lucrative friendly match. . . . more . . .
Barcelona spending spree continues with Abidal capture (Jun 29, 2007)
Catalan giants Barcelona's spending spree continued on Friday as they signed French international defender Eric Abidal from French champions Lyon for 15 million euros on a four year contract. . . . more . . .
Schuster says he will coach Real Madrid next season (Jun 29, 2007)
Bernd Schuster expects to be installed within days as Fabio Capello's successor at Real Madrid, the German coach of Spanish side Getafe told sports daily AS on Friday. . . . more . . .
Lampard hints at Chelsea exit as deal talks stall (Jun 29, 2007)
Frank Lampard has urged Chelsea to speed up negotiations over a new contract as rumours of an impending bid from Barcelona intensify. . . . more . . .
Tottenham smash transfer record to land Bent (Jun 29, 2007)
Tottenham smashed their transfer record on Friday to sign England striker Darren Bent in a 16.5 million pounds deal from relegated Charlton. . . . more . . .
We must move on from World Cup: Viduka (Jun 29, 2007)
Mark Viduka was appointed Australian captain for the Asian Cup on Friday and immediately stressed the team must forget about last year's World Cup and focus on moving forward. . . . more . . .
Man Utd's Park to return to England (Jun 29, 2007)
Manchester United midfielder Park Ji-Sung will head back to England from South Korea next week, more than two months after surgery on his injured knee, his agent said Friday. . . . more . . .
Argentina routs US, Paraguay blanks Colombia in Copa America (Jun 29, 2007)
Veteran striker Hernan Crespo scored two goals as Argentina trounced the United States 4-1 in its opening 2007 Copa America tournament match on Thursday. . . . more . . .
Relegated Sociedad close in on Coleman (Jun 28, 2007)
Relegated Real Sociedad said Thursday they have lined up former Fulham boss Chris Coleman as their new coach after Miguel Angel Lotina resigned last week to join Primera Liga club Deportivo La Coruna. . . . more . . .
Bad Omen? Beckham will join Galaxy on Friday the 13th (Jun 28, 2007)
English football star David Beckham will take his place as a member of the Los Angeles Galaxy next month on Friday the 13th, a day notorious in American culture for bad luck. . . . more . . .
Lyon play hard ball over Abidal move to Barca (Jun 28, 2007)
French champions Lyon on Thursday played down reports from Spain that Barcelona have already secured their French international defender Eric Abidal. . . . more . . .
Rangers player arrested by customs, claims paper (Jun 28, 2007)
Glasgow Rangers striker Jean-Claude Darcheville was arrested by Brazilian customs officers two weeks ago with a bag containing 46,200 euros in cash, according to reports here Thursday. . . . more . . .
FIFA to consider Bolivian request for La Paz stadium (Jun 28, 2007)
FIFA said on Thursday that it would decide within days whether or not to allow World Cup qualifiers to be played in Bolivia's high altitude capital, La Paz, after a request from Bolivian President Evo Morales. . . . more . . .
Newcastle boss frets about Martins' get out clause (Jun 28, 2007)
Newcastle manager Sam Allardyce says he will do his utmost to try to persuade star striker Obafemi Martins to remain on Tyneside amid speculation that he could be a target for Arsenal. . . . more . . .
Mexico stuns Brazil, Chile rallies to win (Jun 28, 2007)
Mexico masterminded a stunning 2-0 win over defending champ Brazil in the opener for both teams at the 2007 Copa America championship on Wednesday. . . . more . . .
Australia take hi-tech approach to Asian Cup (Jun 28, 2007)
Australia are taking a high-tech approach to the Asian Cup finals, equipping players with heart-rate monitors and GPS navigation equipment to keep track of their fitness levels. . . . more . . .
Capello sacked by Real Madrid (Jun 28, 2007)
Coach Fabio Capello was sacked by newly-crowned Spanish champions Real Madrid on Thursday, announced their sporting director Pedja Mijatovic. . . . more . . .
Australia take hi-tech approach to Asian Cup (Jun 28, 2007)
Australia are taking a high-tech approach to the Asian Cup finals, equipping players with heart-rate monitors and GPS navigation equipment to keep track of their fitness levels. . . . more . . .
Japan uncomfortable with being favourites (Jun 28, 2007)
Japan coach Ivica Osim admits it won't be easy to clinch a third straight Asian Cup as tournament favourites, but has urged his team to rise to the challenge. . . . more . . .
FIFA and Visa reach new sponsorship deal (Jun 28, 2007)
Football's world governing body FIFA on Thursday announced a new 170 million dollar sponsorship deal with credit card group Visa International. . . . more . . .
Neill upbeat on West Ham (Jun 28, 2007)
Australian defender Lucas Neill is upbeat about West Ham's chances in the new English Premier League season, confident they can avoid another relegation battle. . . . more . . .
Premiership good for China's Zheng despite unhappy end (Jun 28, 2007)
Chinese captain Zheng Zhi may have had an unhappy ending to his Premiership stint but his time in England made him a much better player, national teammate Sun Jihai believes. . . . more . . .
Frankfurt striker Takahara urged to go wilder (Jun 28, 2007)
Frankfurt striker Naohiro Takahara has been urged to go wilder on the pitch to boost Japan's feeble frontline in their campaign for a third straight Asian Cup. . . . more . . .
Australia take hi-tech approach to Asian Cup (Jun 28, 2007)
Australia are taking a high-tech approach to the Asian Cup finals, equipping players with heart-rate monitors and GPS navigation equipment to keep track of their fitness levels. . . . more . . .
Neill upbeat on West Ham (Jun 28, 2007)
Australian defender Lucas Neill is upbeat about West Ham's chances in the new English Premier League season, confident they can avoid another relegation battle. . . . more . . .
Aussies shift Asian Cup favourites tag to Japan (Jun 28, 2007)
Lucas Neill and Harry Kewell have pinpointed Japan as favourites to win the Asian Cup, not Australia, but said the Socceroos have the desire and hunger to win. . . . more . . .
Chile rallies to win, Mexico stuns Brazil at the Copa America (Jun 28, 2007)
Chile rallied with two late goals to beat Ecuador 3-2 in the opening game for both clubs at the 2007 Copa America tournament. . . . more . . .
Chile rallies to win, Mexico stuns Brazil at the football 2007 Copa America (Jun 28, 2007)
Chile rallied with two late goals to beat Ecuador 3-2 in the opening game for both clubs at the 2007 Copa America tournament. . . . more . . .
Bets on for Asian football Cup (Jun 28, 2007)
Betting on major sporting events is illegal in much of Asia but it remains rampant, and police across the region are on full alert ahead of the Asian Cup finals. . . . more . . .
Joining Fenerbahce has revitalized me - Roberto Carlos (Jun 27, 2007)
Brazilian fullback Roberto Carlos has said that his move to Turkish champions Fenerbahce from Spanish titleholders Real Madrid has given him a new lease on life and he expects to play for another four years. . . . more . . .
Coleman linked to Sociedad job (Jun 27, 2007)
Relegated Spanish outfit Real Sociedad are believed to be holding talks with former Fulham manager Chris Coleman, according to the BBC on Wednesday. . . . more . . .
All Betis are off as Cuper takes over - report (Jun 27, 2007)
Spanish first division side Real Betis have hired experienced Argentine Hector Cuper as their new coach on a one year contract, Spanish radio reported on Wednesday. . . . more . . .
Roux too old to coach Lens (Jun 27, 2007)
Veteran French football coach Guy Roux's contract to coach first division side Lens next season has been overturned by the Professional Football League (LFP) on the grounds that he is too old. . . . more . . .
Northern Ireland skipper heads for Fulham (Jun 27, 2007)
Northern Ireland captain Aaron Hughes became Fulham's first signing of the close season when he agreed a one-million-pound (two million dollars) move from Aston Villa. . . . more . . .
FIFA eases high-altitude match ban (Jun 27, 2007)
World football's governing body FIFA on Wednesday eased its ban on international matches at high altitude, following an uproar among Latin American countries in recent weeks. . . . more . . .
Van Bronckhorst heads back to Feyenoord (Jun 27, 2007)
Barcelona defender Giovanni van Bronckhorst is set for a return home after signing for former club Feyenoord, the Spanish giants announced Wednesday. . . . more . . .
Nakamura happy at Celtic, says agent (Jun 27, 2007)
Japan international midfielder Shunsuke Nakamura is happy at Scottish double winners Celtic, despite claims from an Italian agent claiming the player could use a get-out clause in his contract. . . . more . . .
Wenger future at Arsenal in the balance, chairman says (Jun 27, 2007)
Arsenal chairman Peter Hill-Wood has said he is hopeful that Arsene Wenger will stay on with the club as coach, but admitted that his future hung in the balance. . . . more . . .
Chinese football players 'going crazy' in Asian Cup training (Jun 27, 2007)
The Chinese team is pumped up and going "crazy" in training for the Asian Cup, in what coach Zhu Guanghu sees as a new-found determination to prove their critics wrong. . . . more . . .
Osim demands total football from Japan (Jun 27, 2007)
Japan coach Ivica Osim has demanded his entire squad muck in and be flexible against Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and Vietnam in their tough Group B at the Asian Cup next month. . . . more . . .
Pride convinces Viduka to remain a Socceroo (Jun 27, 2007)
Mark Viduka says the pride of wearing the Australian shirt was behind his last-minute decision to play in the Asian Cup, insisting there was no pressure from new club Newcastle to miss the tournament. . . . more . . .
Peru thumps Uruguay in Copa America football opener (Jun 27, 2007)
Peru kicked off its Copa America campaign by blanking Uruguay 3-0 in a group A match here on Tuesday. . . . more . . .
Security ramped up for Asian football Cup (Jun 27, 2007)
Bomb squads, sniffer dogs and armed police are being deployed as security is ramped up in cities hosting the Asian Cup finals, although authorities are playing down any threats. . . . more . . .
We scare everyone, says Henry (Jun 26, 2007)
Barcelona's new signing Thierry Henry claimed on Tuesday that his new team will strike fear throughout Europe next season. . . . more . . .
I'm ready for Barca challenge, says Toure (Jun 26, 2007)
Ivory Coast midfielder Yaya Toure said he was ready for the challenge ahead after the new Barcelona signing was presented to the press on Tuesday. . . . more . . .
Klose completes move to Bayern Munich (Jun 26, 2007)
German international striker Miroslav Klose has completed his transfer from Werder Bremen to Bayern Munich, both Bundesliga clubs said on Tuesday. . . . more . . .
Suazo officially signs for Inter (Jun 26, 2007)
Honduras international striker David Suazo has officially joined Inter Milan, the Serie A champions confirmed on Tuesday. . . . more . . .
City play down premature talk of Eriksson signing (Jun 26, 2007)
Manchester City on Tuesday played down premature speculation that former England boss Sven-Goran Eriksson has signed a three-year deal as the club's new manager. . . . more . . .
I'm in charge so blame me -- Chinese coach (Jun 26, 2007)
China's embattled football coach Zhu Guanghu has said he is in sole charge of the national side and will accept the axe if his team fails at next month's Asian Cup. . . . more . . .
AC Milan keeper Abbiati loaned out to Atletico Madrid (Jun 26, 2007)
AC Milan goalkeeper Christian Abbiati has joined Spanish first division side Atletico Madrid on a one-year loan, Milan confirmed on their website on Tuesday. . . . more . . .
Our football team toughest in tournament, says Saudi coach (Jun 26, 2007)
Saudi Arabia coach Helio dos Anjos said Tuesday he considers Group D to be the toughest at next month's Asian Cup but believes his young team has what it takes to lift the trophy. . . . more . . .
Toulouse's fairytale football run into Europe (Jun 26, 2007)
Toulouse's footballers have done what many in the French city would once have thought impossible. . . . more . . .
Trezeguet extends Juve contract (Jun 25, 2007)
David Trezeguet has ended speculation about his future by signing a three-year contract extension with Juventus, the newly-promoted Serie A club confirmed on Monday. . . . more . . .
Barca say Ya Ya to Ivory Coast star (Jun 25, 2007)
Barcelona on Monday confirmed they have signed AS Monaco's Ivory Coast international midfielder Yaya Toure, without disclosing any transfer fee details. . . . more . . .
Platini hails blood testing at Euro 2008 (Jun 25, 2007)
UEFA president Michel Platini on Monday hailed the decision by European football's governing body to introduce blood testing as part of their anti-doping campaign during next year's Euro 2008 tournament. . . . more . . .
Beckham gets "football" lesson from NFL's Reggie Bush (Jun 25, 2007)
England football hero David Beckham and American football star Reggie Bush tried out each other's sport as part of the marketing hype that is already under way regarding Beckham's new US adventure. . . . more . . .
USA wins Gold Cup football final (Jun 25, 2007)
The United States used two second-half goals to rally for a 2-1 victory over Mexico here Sunday in the final of the CONCACAF Gold Cup regional football tournament. . . . more . . .
Emre sticking with Magpies (Jun 25, 2007)
Newcastle's Turkish international midfielder Emre said Monday that he would be committing his future to the Premiership club. . . . more . . .
Onuoha signs new City deal (Jun 25, 2007)
England Under-21 defender Nedum Onuoha on Monday signed a new four-year deal with Manchester City. . . . more . . .
Esposito heading for Roma (Jun 25, 2007)
Cagliari winger Mauro Esposito will next season play for the Sardinian club's Serie A rivals Roma, Cagliari president Massimo Cellino said on Monday. . . . more . . .
Schalke bid to recruit Ghanian captain Appiah (Jun 25, 2007)
Schalke 04 are bidding to recruit Ghanian captain Stephen Appiah, the Bundesliga club's new president Josef Schnusenberg said Monday. . . . more . . .
Romanian great Hagi signs as Steaua coach (Jun 25, 2007)
Romania's most famous footballer, Gheorghe Hagi, known as the 'Maradona of the Carpathians' during his 16-year international career, confirmed Monday he has signed a three-year contract to coach his former club Steaua Bucharest. . . . more . . .
Barca unveil Henry (Jun 25, 2007)
French striker Thierry Henry on Monday began life as a Barcelona star by vowing to land the Catalan club the silverware which eluded them last season. . . . more . . .
South American heavyweights set to enter Copa battle (Jun 25, 2007)
South American heavyweights Brazil and Argentina are set to enter battle with ten other nations as the world's oldest international football tournament, the Copa America, gets underway in Venezuela on Tuesday. . . . more . . .
Iran, India miss bid deadline for 2011 Asian Cup (Jun 25, 2007)
Iran has missed the deadline to submit its bid to host the 2011 Asian Cup and India has pulled out of the race, leaving Qatar as the only candidate left. . . . more . . .
Viduka and Kewell boost Aussie morale (Jun 25, 2007)
A relaxed Mark Viduka and a fit Harry Kewell hooked up with the Australian squad Monday, boosting morale in the countdown to the Asian Cup finals next month. . . . more . . .
Viduka joins Australian football squad in 'great spirits (Jun 25, 2007)
Australian striker Mark Viduka is in "great spirits" after finalising his move to Newcastle and is ready to give his all at the Asian Cup, coach Graham Arnold said Monday. . . . more . . .
Footballer Nakamura vows to 'fight like a challenger' (Jun 25, 2007)
Celtic playmaker Shunsuke Nakamura has vowed to "fight like a challenger" as he cancelled his 29th birthday party to take part in Japan's crash training course ahead of their Asian Cup defence. . . . more . . .
USA wins Gold Cup football final (Jun 25, 2007)
The United States used two second-half goals to rally for a 2-1 victory over Mexico here Sunday in the final of the CONCACAF Gold Cup regional football tournament. . . . more . . .
USA wins Gold Cup final (Jun 24, 2007)
The United States rallied with a pair of second-half goals to beat rival Mexico 2-1 on Sunday in the final of the CONCACAF Gold Cup regional football tournament. . . . more . . .
Vietnam beat Jamaica 3-0 in friendly (Jun 24, 2007)
Hosts Vietnam beat Jamaica 3-0 in a friendly here Sunday, dealing the Caribbean visitors the second defeat of their Asian tour after the team dubbed the Reggae Boyz lost 2-1 against Indonesia. . . . more . . .
Mali's Kanoute to stay at Sevilla (Jun 24, 2007)
Malian striker Frederic Kanoute, who has been linked with a return to the English Premiership, said Sunday he intends to stay at UEFA Cup holders Sevilla. . . . more . . .
Platini announces slight changes to Champions League (Jun 24, 2007)
UEFA president Michel Platini announced here on Sunday that Europe's flagship club competition the Champions League will undergo slight changes from 2009. . . . more . . .
Ivory Coast's Toure in transfer talks with Barcelona (Jun 24, 2007)
Barcelona are in talks with Monaco over the French first division club's Ivory Coast midfielder Yaya Toure, the Spanish club said Sunday. . . . more . . .
South American heavyweights set to enter Copa battle (Jun 24, 2007)
South American heavyweights Brazil and Argentina are set to enter battle with ten other nations as the world's oldest international football tournament, the Copa America, gets underway in Venezuela on Tuesday. . . . more . . .
Romanian great Hagi to take over as Steaua coach (Jun 24, 2007)
Romania's most famous footballer, Gheorghe Hagi, known as the 'Maradona of the Carpathians' during his 16-year international career, is set to take over as coach of his former club Steaua Bucharest. . . . more . . .
USA and Mexico to renew old rivalry in Gold Cup final (Jun 24, 2007)
The United States and Mexico renew their rivalry at Soldier Field on Sunday when they meet in the final of the CONCACAF Gold Cup regional football tournament. . . . more . . .
Tunisia's Etoile beat FAR in African Champions League (Jun 24, 2007)
FAR Rabat of Morocco had two players sent off as they fell 1-0 to Etoile Sahel of Tunisia in the African Champions League this weekend. . . . more . . .
Aussies prepare for heat of Asian Cup, says Grella (Jun 24, 2007)
Australia's defensive midfielder Vince Grella expects the heat at the Asian Cup to become more of a factor in the later stages of the tournament than in the initial group games. . . . more . . .
Thaksin's Man City money is clean, says chief broker (Jun 24, 2007)
Funds being used by the ousted Prime Minister of Thailand Thaksin Shinawatra to buy Manchester City are clean, according to the man who is brokering the deal. . . . more . . .
Sevilla win Spain's King's Cup with 1-0 win over Getafe (Jun 24, 2007)
UEFA Cup holders Sevilla won the King's Cup on Saturday for the fourth time in their history with a 1-0 win over Getafe thanks to a first half goal by Malian striker Frederic Kanoute at Madrid's Bernabeu stadium. . . . more . . .
Henry touches down in Barcelona (Jun 24, 2007)
French striker Thierry Henry arrived in Spain on Sunday to finalise his transfer to Barcelona from Premiership side Arsenal. . . . more . . .
Sevilla win King's Cup with 1-0 win over Getafe (Jun 23, 2007)
UEFA Cup holders Sevilla won the King's Cup on Saturday for the fourth time in their history with a 1-0 win over Getafe thanks to a first half goal by Malian striker Frederic Kanoute at Madrid's Bernabeu stadium. . . . more . . .
Lotina nears agreement to take over at Deportivo (Jun 23, 2007)
Spanish coach Miguel Angel Lotina, who has resigned from relegated Real Sociedad, said Saturday he was very close to a move to Primera Liga club Deportivo La Coruna. . . . more . . .
Valdo opts for Espanyol over Marseille (Jun 23, 2007)
Spanish midfielder Valdo has turned his back on Champions League football to join Espanyol, the Barcelona-based team said Saturday. . . . more . . .
Calvo signs for Aris Salonica (Jun 23, 2007)
Greek football club Aris Salonica announced Saturday that they had signed midfielder Toni Calvo on a three-year contract for an undisclosed sum. . . . more . . .
Urawa, Osaka win in J-League matches (Jun 23, 2007)
Japanese international midfielder Yuki Abe tuned up for the upcoming Asian Cup with a goal to give defending champions Urawa Red Diamonds a 1-0 win over Shimizu S-Pulse in the J-League on Saturday. . . . more . . .
Libyan club make winning Champions League debut (Jun 23, 2007)
Al-Ittihad of Libya marked their African Champions League group debut with a surprise 1-0 victory over JS Kabylie of Algeria this weekend. . . . more . . .
Suazo bound for Inter as AC Milan drop bid (Jun 23, 2007)
AC Milan have dropped their bid to sign striker David Suazo, leaving the way now open for the Honduras international to join Serie A champions Inter Milan. . . . more . . .
Bayern's delight at Ze Roberto's return (Jun 23, 2007)
Bayern Munich chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge said on Saturday he is delighted to welcome back Ze Roberto after the Brazilian midfielder signed a two-year deal with the German giants. . . . more . . .
Donati joins Celtic from AC Milan (Jun 23, 2007)
Scottish champions Celtic have clinched the transfer of Massimo Donati from AC Milan on a four-year deal worth around three million pounds (4.5 million dollars), the club website announced on Saturday. . . . more . . .
Garry O'Connor set for Birmingham move (Jun 23, 2007)
Newly promoted Birmingham City have signed Scotland striker Garry O'Connor to play in the English Premiership next season, his current club Lokomotiv Moscow announced on their website. . . . more . . .
Arsenal's French football star Henry on his way to Barcelona (Jun 23, 2007)
Arsenal confirmed on Saturday that they had reached agreement to transfer their star striker Thierry Henry to Spanish giants Barcelona. . . . more . . .
Lotina leaves relegated Sociedad: report (Jun 22, 2007)
Real Sociedad's Miguel Angel Lotina said Friday he was leaving the relegated club after less than a season in charge, the club confirmed on its website. . . . more . . .
Henry signs for Barca: reports (Jun 22, 2007)
Barcelona have agreed to sign Arsenal's French international striker Thierry Henry for 24 million euros (32 million dollars), a Barcelona spokesman said Friday, but denied media reports a four-year deal was sealed and delivered. . . . more . . .
Rozehnal set to sign for Newcastle (Jun 22, 2007)
Paris Saint Germain's Czech international defender David Rozehnal is set to sign a four-year deal with Premiership side Newcastle on Monday, his agent revealed. . . . more . . .
Thaksin has options other than Eriksson, associate says (Jun 22, 2007)
Manchester City's possible new owner Thaksin Shinawatra has his eyes on other managers for the club should talks with former England boss Sven Goran Eriksson founder. . . . more . . .
Australia revel in being Asian Cup favourites (Jun 22, 2007)
Australia have never been favourites to win a football tournament before and they are revelling in it, while being cautious about underestimating any team at the Asian Cup. . . . more . . .
Schwarzer refuses to commit to Boro (Jun 22, 2007)
Australian goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer refused to commit Friday to another season with Middlesbrough amid speculation that he could follow Mark Viduka out of the Riverside. . . . more . . .
South African tycoon interested in Blackburn bid - report (Jun 22, 2007)
Blackburn Rovers are the latest English Premiership side to come under the scrutiny of foreign ownership, press reports said on Friday. . . . more . . .
USA edge Canada to reach Gold Cup football final (Jun 22, 2007)
The United States scored two first-half goals here Thursday en route to a 2-1 victory over Canada and a berth in the CONCACAF Gold Cup final. . . . more . . .
Verbeek gets his way in K-League football feud (Jun 22, 2007)
No-nonsense Dutch coach Pim Verbeek has won his battle with K-League bosses who have caved in and agreed to cancel crunch matches this weekend so players can attend an Asian Cup training camp. . . . more . . .
Lincoln's "perfect" switch to Galatasaray (Jun 21, 2007)
Brazilian midfielder Lincoln is set to sign for 14-times Turkish champions Galatasaray early next week according to the manager of his current club Schalke 04, it was revealed on Thursday. . . . more . . .
Bochum sign Swedish defender Concha (Jun 21, 2007)
Bundesliga side VfL Bochum have added Swedish defender Matias Concha to their squad after the 27-year-old signed a four-year contract, it was announced on Thursday. . . . more . . .
Indonesia beat Jamaica 2-1 in friendly (Jun 21, 2007)
Host Indonesia beat Jamaica 2-1 in a friendly here Thursday in a slow game that pitted the mostly defensive visitors against an aggressive but uncoordinated home team. . . . more . . .
FIFA reaches World Cup deal with MasterCard (Jun 21, 2007)
Football world governing body FIFA will pay 90 million dollars to MasterCard Worldwide in an out-of-court settlement announced Thursday over a dispute regarding sponsorship of future World Cups. . . . more . . .
United Arab Emirates surge to 3-1 victory in Malaysia (Jun 21, 2007)
The United Arab Emirates carved out an emphatic 3-1 victory over joint Asian Cup hosts Malaysia in a friendly match ahead of the tournament here Thursday. . . . more . . .
Real interested in Tevez (Jun 21, 2007)
Spanish champions Real Madrid, looking to cement their league dominance next season, may bid for West Ham's Argentine striker Carlos Tevez, AS sports daily reported on Thursday. . . . more . . .
Osim says door open for Nakata (Jun 21, 2007)
Japan coach Ivica Osim has kept the door open for former Asian footballer of the year Hidetoshi Nakata to come out of retirement but said his star may have already fallen. . . . more . . .
Barca revamp, Henry rumours stoke transfer merry-go-round (Jun 21, 2007)
The best attack by a distance, the joint best defence and the most exhilarating football proved a recipe for failure for Barcelona this season as they went from kings of Europe and Spain to empty-handed bridesmaids. . . . more . . .
Juventus close in on Tiago (Jun 21, 2007)
Lyon midfielder Tiago is close to joining newly-promoted Serie A side Juventus, according to the Gazzetta dello Sport on Thursday. . . . more . . .
Australian coach seeks Asian Cup glory (Jun 21, 2007)
Australia deserve to be favourites to win next month's Asian Cup and if the Socceroos do not make the Jakarta final it will be considered a failure, national coach Graham Arnold said Thursday. . . . more . . .
Manchester City board accepts Thaksin takeover (Jun 21, 2007)
Thailand's ousted premier Thaksin Shinawatra, facing corruption charges at home, won acceptance on Thursday for an 81.6-million-pound bid for English Premiership football club Manchester City. . . . more . . .
We can make the final, says China captain (Jun 21, 2007)
Confident Chinese captain Zheng Zhi believes his team can shake off its indifferent form, get through the "Group of Death" and prove the doubters wrong by making the final of the Asian Cup. . . . more . . .
UAE coach Metsu confident team can spring surprise (Jun 21, 2007)
French coach Bruno Metsu is confident newly-crowned Gulf Cup champions United Arab Emirates can spring a surprise in the Asian Cup finals but he knows they have a tough fight on their hands. . . . more . . .
MLS Fire dump coach after slow start (Jun 20, 2007)
Dave Sarachan, an American who guided the Chicago Fire for parts of five seasons, was fired Wednesday as coach of the Major League Soccer club, team officials announced here Wednesday. . . . more . . .
Speculation mounts over Thierry Henry's Arsenal exit (Jun 20, 2007)
Speculation that Theirry Henry could leave Arsenal this summer has mounted after Barcelona striker Samuel Eto'o was quoted as saying his friend would soon be joining him at the Nou Camp. . . . more . . .
Newcastle's Martins escapes horror gun attack (Jun 20, 2007)
Newcastle United striker Obafemi Martins escaped unhurt here Tuesday after gunmen fired several shots at his car. . . . more . . .
Inter Milan suspected of false accounting (Jun 20, 2007)
Inter Milan were on Wednesday accused of presenting false accounts before the start of the 2005-06 season, but the title they won that season is not believed to be at risk. . . . more . . .
Kaka open to Real Madrid move, says spokesman (Jun 20, 2007)
AC Milan's Brazilian midfielder Kaka has not ruled out a transfer to Spanish giants Real Madrid, the player's spokesman said in comments published on Wednesday in sports daily AS. . . . more . . .
Roma complete full signing of Pizarro (Jun 20, 2007)
Roma completed the full signing of David Pizarro on Wednesday after the club bought Inter Milan's stake in the Chilean international. . . . more . . .
Eriksson offered City route back into football (Jun 20, 2007)
Sven-Goran Eriksson looks set to be offered a route back into football if Thaksin Shinawatra's long-awaited takeover of Manchester City finally goes ahead this week. . . . more . . .
Kovac back to Juve after Dinamo deal collapses (Jun 20, 2007)
Croatia defender Robert Kovac has backed out of a deal negotiated earlier this month to play for Dinamo Zagreb, the club said Wednesday. . . . more . . .
Vieira hints at Henry's exit from Gunners (Jun 20, 2007)
Former Arsenal midfielder Patrick Vieira believes the London club must splash out on some big name players if they want to prevent Thierry Henry from being lured to a major club in Europe. . . . more . . .
Middlesbrough sign match-hungry French striker (Jun 20, 2007)
Premiership side Middlesbrough have confirmed the signing of French striker Jeremie Aliadiere from Arsenal. . . . more . . .
Bolivia president hopes to meet FIFA over altitude ban (Jun 19, 2007)
Bolivia president Evo Morales said Tuesday he hopes to meet with FIFA chief Sepp Blatter next week in Zurich in a bid to overturn a ban on high-altitude stadiums being used for international matches. . . . more . . .
Wigan snap up defender (Jun 19, 2007)
Wigan have made Swedish defender Andreas Granqvist's loan move from Helsingborgs permanent after persuading the 22-year-old to sign a two-year deal. . . . more . . .
Blatter prods South Africa on World Cup infrastructure (Jun 19, 2007)
South Africa still faces a major challenge to upgrade its infrastructure, including transport network and hotels, to host a successful World Cup in 2010, FIFA president Sepp Blatter said on Tuesday. . . . more . . .
Relegation row unresolved as panel takes time to decide (Jun 19, 2007)
Sheffield United's bid to have their relegation from the Premiership reversed remained unresolved after an arbitration panel hearing here on Tuesday concluded without a decision. . . . more . . .
Man Utd have increased offer for me, says Quagliarella (Jun 19, 2007)
Rising Italian star Fabio Quagliarella says Premiership champions Manchester United have increased their offer to bring him to Old Trafford this summer. . . . more . . .
No change at Barca, says chairman (Jun 19, 2007)
Barcelona chairman Joan Laporta, said Tuesday that he expected Dutch coach Frank Rijkaard and top stars Ronaldinho and Samuel Eto'o to stay at the club next season. . . . more . . .
AC Milan cool Eto'o interest as row erupts over Suazo (Jun 19, 2007)
City rivals AC Milan and Inter were involved in a bitter tug-of-war over Cagliari striker David Suazo on Tuesday, with both clubs claiming to have signed the Honduras international. . . . more . . .
Qatar submits bid to host 2011 Asian Cup (Jun 19, 2007)
Qatar on Tuesday formally submitted a bid to host the 2011 Asian Cup, two days before the deadline expires. . . . more . . .
Thousands greet Carlos in Turkey (Jun 19, 2007)
Thousands of fans cheered Roberto Carlos on Tuesday as the Brazilian full-back formally signed with Turkish champions Fenerbahce. . . . more . . .
Lalas slams 'second-rate' Premiership (Jun 19, 2007)
Stung by suggestions David Beckham is heading into semi-retirement in Major League Soccer (MLS), the President of LA Galaxy has branded the English Premiership an over-hyped, "inferior product." . . . more . . .
Juventus complete Iaquinta signing (Jun 19, 2007)
Juventus on Tuesday confirmed the signing of striker Vincenzo Iaquinta from Udinese. . . . more . . .
Capello mulls future amid Real speculation (Jun 19, 2007)
Fabio Capello, who guided Real Madrid to the Spanish league title on Sunday, could quit coaching altogether if the club decide to sack him, media reported Tuesday amid speculation on who might replace him. . . . more . . .
South Korea hit by further injury blow ahead of Asian Cup (Jun 19, 2007)
Veteran midfielder Kim Nam-Il has been ruled out of South Korea's Asian Cup side with a groin injury, dealing a further blow to the injury-plagued side ahead of next month's tournament, officials said Tuesday. . . . more . . .
Beckenbauer expects Klose to join Bayern soon (Jun 19, 2007)
Bayern Munich president Franz Beckenbauer expects World Cup top-scorer Miroslav Klose to join the German giants by the end of the summer, it was revealed on Tuesday. . . . more . . .
Kewell happy to strike a blow for Australia in Asian Cup (Jun 19, 2007)
Australia's Harry Kewell said Tuesday he was looking forward to playing as a central striker at the Asian Cup and felt 100 percent fit despite a recent lack of match practice. . . . more . . .
Sheffield United hopeful after first day of hearing (Jun 19, 2007)
Sheffield United chairman Kevin McCabe emerged from the first day of a two-day hearing still hopeful the club could rejoin the English Premiership. . . . more . . .
Galaxy boss waits, worries for news of Beckham injury (Jun 18, 2007)
An ankle injury that saw David Beckham removed from the field in the 66th minute of his final match for Real Madrid on Sunday has Los Angeles Galaxy officials waiting and worrying about his health. . . . more . . .
Schuster pleads for Capello's Real deal (Jun 18, 2007)
Former Real Madrid player Bernd Schuster said Monday he has primed himself to become a possible replacement for Fabio Capello, the current coach of the Spanish giants, as of next season. . . . more . . .
Sheringham denies 'driving scam' allegations (Jun 18, 2007)
Former England footballer Teddy Sheringham "categorically denies" allegations that he gave police false details regarding an alleged speeding offence, his lawyer said Monday. . . . more . . .
Shearer tips injury-risk Owen to stay at Newcastle (Jun 18, 2007)
Newcastle legend Alan Shearer said Monday he is convinced Michael Owen has no choice but to stay with the Magpies next season becase no club will run the risk of buying a player who has spent nearly two seasons struggling wit