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Sullivan: Zola has every right to criticise me

Soccernet staff — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 19:00:25 GMT

David Sullivan has warned West Ham will face "Armageddon" if they are relegated this season and has prepared all present at Upton Park for substantial pay cuts in the summer.

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Calderon: Ronaldo snubbed Barca for Real move

Soccernet Staff — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 17:35:01 GMT

Former Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon claims Cristiano Ronaldo rejected a move to Barcelona in order to join their bitter rivals.

Moyes sweats on Fellaini fitness ahead of Chelsea

Soccernet Staff — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:41:05 GMT

Everton boss David Moyes is still anxiously awaiting news on the fitness of key midfielder Marouane Fellaini.

John Terry to be rested for Cardiff City match

Harry Harris, Football Correspondent — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 16:16:01 GMT

Carlo Ancelotti has given John Terry compassionate leave of absence to see his wife and family in Dubai as he seeks to sort out his private life.

Barca defender Abidal facing two-month absence

soccernet.com — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:41:39 GMT

Barcelona have confirmed that defender Eric Abidal is facing up to two months on the sidelines.

Spurs boss Redknapp riled by long-ball claims

soccernet.com — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:24:10 GMT

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has hit back at claims his side rely on Peter Crouch's height and has branded accusations of long-ball football as "rubbish''.

Real star Benzema a doubt ahead of Lyon return

soccernet.com — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:16:53 GMT

Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema will almost certainly miss out on a return to Lyon in the Champions League, after medical tests revealed he will be sidelined for at least a week.

Low and Germany officials declare end to row

soccernet.com — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:04:15 GMT

The row over the extension of Joachim Low's contract as Germany coach beyond the World Cup was officially ended at a press conference on Tuesday, although questions still remained about Low's future.

Wenger denies Chamakh deal

soccernet.com — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:45:44 GMT

Arsene Wenger maintains no deal has yet been done to sign Marouane Chamakh, who is available on a free transfer at the end of the season.

Benitez: Liverpool unlikely to sign Chamakh

Soccernet staff — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:29:13 GMT

Rafael Benitez has admitted there is little chance of Bordeaux striker Marouane Chamakh joining the club this summer.

Ferdinand withdraws appeal against FA decision

Soccernet staff — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 13:52:31 GMT

Rio Ferdinand has withdrawn his appeal against the extension of his three-match ban for violent conduct.

Crystal Palace sale advertised in Financial Times

soccernet.com — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 13:25:59 GMT

The administrators in charge of Crystal Palace have taken out an advert in Tuesday's Financial Times in a bid to sell the Championship club.

Sampdoria reject talk of Cassano-Del Niri rift

soccernet.com — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 13:08:05 GMT

Sampdoria general director Giuseppe Marotta insists Antonio Cassano's exclusion from the squad is simply a "technical choice" and denied reports of a rift with coach Luigi Del Neri.

Ancelotti explains backing for scandal-hit Terry

Soccernet staff — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:54:27 GMT

Carlo Ancelotti has explained he has not thought of replacing John Terry as Chelsea captain as it is not his job to "monitor the private lives" of his playing staff.

Blackburn to mark death of supporter against Hull

soccernet.com — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:49:42 GMT

Blackburn will mark the death of a supporter when they face Hull in the Premier League at Ewood Park on Wednesday.

Legend Gullit appointed president of World Cup bid

soccernet.com — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:05:27 GMT

Former world player of the year Ruud Gullit has been named president of Holland and Belgium's bid to host the World Cup in 2018 or 2022.

Wenger blames press for Ballack row erupting

Soccernet staff — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:51:59 GMT

Arsene Wenger has blamed the press for misrepresenting his post-match comments after Michael Ballack accused the Arsenal manager of being a bad loser following his side's 2-0 defeat to Chelsea.

Coyle defends Davies

Soccernet staff — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:51:04 GMT

Bolton Wanderers manager Owen Coyle has urged the Football Association not to take action against Kevin Davies despite the striker claiming referee Mark Clattenburg has a personal grudge against him.

Fan denies throwing coin at City striker Bellamy

soccernet.com — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:43:35 GMT

A Manchester United fan on Tuesday denied throwing a coin at Manchester City striker Craig Bellamy during last month's derby.

Gazza released after second arrest in two days

soccernet.com — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:38:07 GMT

Former England football star Paul Gascoigne has been arrested for the second time in two days.

Toulouse dealt blow as star striker Gignac injured

soccernet.com — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:23:17 GMT

Toulouse have been hit by the news star striker Andre-Pierre Gignac will be sidelined for at least three weeks. Gignac suffered the injury during Sunday's goalless draw against Lyon.

Reja confirms Lazio talks as axe looms for boss

soccernet.com — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:16:29 GMT

Edy Reja has confirmed he is in talks with Lazio to replace under-fire coach Davide Ballardini. Former Napoli boss Reja is under contract with Hajduk Split until June 2011 but is trying to sever ties with the club.

Bolton skipper: Man City not ready for top four

soccernet.com — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:05:44 GMT

Bolton skipper Kevin Davies has dismissed Manchester City's chances of breaking into the top four this season ahead of the meeting of the two sides on Tuesday night.

Nigeria claim Hiddink is ready to replace Amodu

Soccernet staff — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:49:49 GMT

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has claimed Guus Hiddink is interested in taking charge of the national side.