England striker Wayne Rooney has called for the introduction of a Premier League winter break to give the national team the best possible chance of success in future major tournaments.
Thursday, 31 March 2011
Rooney - Give us a break
England striker Wayne Rooney has called for the introduction of a Premier League winter break to give the national team the best possible chance of success in future major tournaments.
Wenger's injury-time frustration
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger questioned the amount of injury time referee Phil Dowd awarded after Sunderland striker Darren Bent's late equaliser denied the Gunners an away win at the Stadium of Light.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/wengers-injurytime-frustration-381147423.html
Gill thinks long term
Manchester United chief executive David Gill has said fans should not fear the club going down the same road as Liverpool despite losses of £83.6million.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/gill-thinks-long-term-41968452.html
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Why Javier Hernandez deserves to beat Wilshere and Bale to the Young Player of the Year award
Forgive me for not joining in the stampede to crown Jack Wilshere as PFA Young Player of the Year.
It seems a foregone conclusion that the precociously-talented Arsenal and England midfielder will win the honour, to the extent that no other players are even considered worthy candidates.
Wilshere is a special player, one who is destined for an illustrious career for club and country. His composure, skill and assurance on the ball are all remarkable for a 19-year-old.
But the notion that Wilshe...
It seems a foregone conclusion that the precociously-talented Arsenal and England midfielder will win the honour, to the extent that no other players are even considered worthy candidates.
Wilshere is a special player, one who is destined for an illustrious career for club and country. His composure, skill and assurance on the ball are all remarkable for a 19-year-old.
But the notion that Wilshe...
Black managers 'need extra help'
Black British managerial hopefuls should be interviewed for vacant posts as of right to tackle discrimination in football, says players' union boss to Gordon Taylor.
Source: http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/-/sport2/hi/football/9441854.stm
You are the Ref: Ars�ne Wenger, Arsenal
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Report: Dynamo Kiev v Rubin Kazan
Kiev off to winning start
Dynamo Kiev scored three goals in the final 20 minutes as they came from behind to beat Champions League debutants Rubi...
Dynamo Kiev scored three goals in the final 20 minutes as they came from behind to beat Champions League debutants Rubi...
Tevez revelling in captaincy role
Carlos Tevez believes being made captain of Manchester City has made him a better player.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/tevez-revelling-in-captaincy-role-570456430.html
Mackie prepared to play any role
Jamie Mackie has told Scotland boss Craig Levein he is willing to play anywhere in any formation as he bids to add to his first cap earned against Czech Republic on Friday night.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mackie-prepared-to-play-any-role-141263639.html
Bent blow for England
Darren Bent has been ruled out of England's Euro 2012 qualifying match with Montenegro on Tuesday.
Moyes fumes over bottle incident
Brentford's Carling Cup third-round win over Everton on Tuesday night was overshadowed by David Moyes' claim that a Bees fan hurled a bottle into the travelling support in the pitch invasion which followed the shock victory. Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/moyes-fumes-over-bottle-incident-891248275.html
Ancelotti expects City challenge
Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti believes Manchester City will challenge his side for the Barclays Premier League title after the Blues' 100% start to the season was ended at Eastlands.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ancelotti-expects-city-challenge-105799102.html
Gabbidon brings end to Wales career
West Ham defender Danny Gabbidon has announced his retirement from international football with Wales.
Bolton duo disappointed with point
Bolton goalscorers Zat Knight and Martin Petrov were disappointed to be held to a 2-2 draw with Manchester United.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bolton-duo-disappointed-with-point-281616095.html
Wenger won't blame Almunia
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger refused to criticise goalkeeper Manuel Almunia following their shock 3-2 home defeat by West Brom.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/wenger-wont-blame-almunia-56538413.html
QPR five points clear
Jamie Mackie maintained QPR's storming start to the season with a double strike against Leicester at the Walkers Stadium which took Neil Warnock's men five points clear at the summit.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/qpr-five-points-clear-724468412.html
Smith happy to avoid Euro hangover
Rangers manager Walter Smith expressed relief at maintaining the Ibrox side's 100% record in the Clydesdale Bank Premier League after a tough shift against Manchester United in the Champions League.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/smith-happy-to-avoid-euro-hangover-777047750.html
Hodgson accepts fans' frustration
A sit-in protest planned by Liverpool fans unhappy with owners Tom Hicks and George Gillett is just something else for the club to deal with, according to manager Roy Hodgson.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hodgson-accepts-fans-frustration-60901380.html
Spurs spell out stadium position
Tottenham have denied the Olympic Stadium had become their preferred new home, insisting they remained fully committed to building a ground to replace White Hart Lane.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/spurs-spell-out-stadium-position-178605377.html
UK Athletics back Hammers' bid
West Ham's bid to take over the London Olympic stadium after the 2012 Games has received a major boost in the form of formal support by UK Athletics.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/uk-athletics-back-hammers-bid-547234184.html
Hunt set to return
Stephen Hunt will finally return to action when he plays for Wolves in their reserve team clash with Wigan next Tuesday.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hunt-set-to-return-380849508.html
Joe Hart has been built up - now he is steeling himself for a fall.Partizan v Arsenal key battles
Arsenal continue their Champions League campaign away to Partizan Belgrade in Serbia on Tuesday night.
Steven Gerrard clockwatch
Two minutes: Dissects the Montenegro defence with a brilliant 40-yard ball which Peter Crouch only just fails to get on the end of.
Wednesday, 30 March 2011
Fergie: Chelsea have had easy start
Sir Alex Ferguson has begun the mind games with Chelsea this season by claiming that they have had such an easy start, they should have won every game.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/fergie-chelsea-have-had-easy-start-785943570.html
Alberto Aquilani open to Liverpool return
Midfielder Alberto Aquilani is willing to return to Liverpool at the end of the season if Juventus do not want to sign him on a permanent deal.
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Houllier admits relegation fear
Gerard Houllier admitted yesterday he is "concerned" about Aston Villa's Premier League position with just eight games left this season.
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No guarantees for Carroll
Newcastle manager Chris Hughton has warned striker Andy Carroll he is not guaranteed to win back his place in the Magpies' line-up.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/no-guarantees-for-hughton-455092555.html
Coates hopes for new approach
Stoke chairman Peter Coates hopes Kevin Davies' promotion to the England squad will bring a change of policy by manager Fabio Capello.
Ferguson reveals Liverpool fears
Sir Alex Ferguson admitted he feared his Manchester United team would not get anything from today's thrilling match against Liverpool at Old Trafford.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ferguson-reveals-liverpool-fears-655166652.html
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Wolfsburg v CSKA Moscow
Veh targets Champions League boost
Wolfsburg coach Armin Veh has identified his side's Champions League debut against CSKA Moscow as the perfect ...
Wolfsburg coach Armin Veh has identified his side's Champions League debut against CSKA Moscow as the perfect ...
Morrison praise for Scharner
James Morrison has labelled new West Brom team-mate Paul Scharner "Mr Moanivator" but hailed the impact the former Wigan midfielder has made at the Hawthorns.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/morrison-praise-for-scharner-529109393.html
McCarthy: We're no fools
Wolves manager Mick McCarthy has said he is not worried about the positive effect a new manager may have on Aston Villa ahead of Sunday's midlands derby.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mccarthy-were-no-fools-516229578.html
Shilton issues warning to Hart
Peter Shilton has warned Joe Hart he can afford no more than one mistake in the next year if he wants to remain England number one.
Why pros must shoulder their share of blame for attacks on amateur refs
So, new FA figures show that, by the start of February, there had already been 330 assaults on match officials in games played by 14-year-olds upwards this season.
That figure is up by 25% on last season. So do you still think Premier League managers should have the freedom to question the integrity of referees?
For some reason, the FA?s Respect manager Dermot Collins seemed keen to exonerate Premier League players and bosses when he spoke about the issue on 5Live.
?We can?t blame professiona...
That figure is up by 25% on last season. So do you still think Premier League managers should have the freedom to question the integrity of referees?
For some reason, the FA?s Respect manager Dermot Collins seemed keen to exonerate Premier League players and bosses when he spoke about the issue on 5Live.
?We can?t blame professiona...
Levein set to make late checks
Scotland manager Craig Levein will assess the fitness of several injury doubts before naming his team to face the Czech Republic.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/levein-set-to-make-late-checks-107688802.html
Hodgson looking for response
Liverpool manager Roy Hodgson admits a victory on Saturday may allow him to sleep easier but will not provide an instant fix to what has been a difficult start to the season.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hodgson-looking-for-response-876585049.html
Alex faces three weeks out
Chelsea have confirmed that defender Alex will be sidelined for up to three weeks with a thigh injury he sustained in the late stages of their 2-0 win over Arsenal on Sunday.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/alex-faces-three-weeks-out-63487378.html
Keane impressed by McGeady form
Aiden McGeady's move to Spartak Moscow can help him hit new heights for Ireland, according to his international manager and captain.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/keane-impressed-by-mcgeady-form-504403080.html
Gerrard disappointed over armband
Steven Gerrard has admitted he is disappointed not to be leading England out at Wembley on Tuesday night.
Smith plays down expectations
Walter Smith refused to countenance any talk of qualifying for the knockout stages of the Champions League after Steven Naismith's first-half strike against Bursaspor at Ibrox took the Light Blues top of Group C along with Manchester United.
LMA unimpressed by Murphy comments
League managers' chiefs have blasted Danny Murphy for singling out certain managers he claims are sending out players too "pumped up", saying the Fulham skipper's comments were inappropriate.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/lma-unimpressed-by-murphy-comments-368809480.html
Tuesday, 29 March 2011
LMA unimpressed by Murphy comments
League managers' chiefs have blasted Danny Murphy for singling out certain managers he claims are sending out players too "pumped up", saying the Fulham skipper's comments were inappropriate.Source: http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/lma-unimpressed-by-murphy-comments-368809480.html
BOA steps up fight with Locog over 2012 Games profits
? BOA 'would not have signed contract' without profit promise
? Sports minister says government will not intervene in dispute
The British Olympic Association board has upped the ante in its contractual row with the 2012 organisers, Locog, claiming it would never have signed a contract to host the Games if there was no guarantee of a "significant" share of the operating profit.
As the sports minister, Hugh Robertson, said he would not intervene in the dispute following a meeting with the BOA chairman, Lord Moynihan, representatives from the Olympic sports gathered in London to be updated on the situation.
David Hemery, the BOA vice?chairman who was on the board when the original host?city contract was signed, wrote an open letter to the sports in which he insisted the BOA was led to believe the "real prize" from the Games would be a "significant financial legacy".
The BOA, which is taking the row to the court of arbitration for sport despite the International Olympic Committee taking Locog's side, insists any post?Games surplus should be calculated without taking any costs that could be attributed to the Paralympics into account. On that basis, it says the surplus could be as much as �400m.
Any surplus would be divided 20-20-60 between the BOA, the IOC and grassroots sport. But Locog claims it has always aimed to break even and has treated the Olympics and Paralympics as an integrated whole.
"Our board would never have so enthusiastically voted in favour of the proposal if we anticipated that in fact there would be no balanced budget, with no sporting legacy beyond buildings in London," wrote Hemery. "To assert we knew this all along is an insult to the common sense decision making of the board members of that time."
Moynihan said he was "increasingly confident" that �5m due to the BOA under a separate element of the joint marketing agreement with Locog would be delivered but reiterated he would fight on over what he called the "legacy element". He again insisted that Locog's finance director had first mentioned the �400m figure at a meeting with the BOA, despite Neil Wood explicitly denying it earlier this week.
Robertson said he would not act as a mediator. "The Government is not and cannot be a mediator in a dispute between two private companies and I reiterated that there was no additional government money available to help solve the dispute," he said. "I have encouraged the BOA to resolve the matter as quickly as possible in order to allow everyone to get back to making preparations to ensure 2012 is a great success."
The row has come as an embarrassment to Games organisers in the week that the IOC inspection committee has arrived to check on preparations.
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