http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/default.html?CMPID=RSS343225Football news from ITV FootballTue, 12 Oct 2010 22:50:54 GMThttp://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/gerrard-defends-reds-duo-739911060.htmlLiverpool captain Steven Gerrard has given his full backing to striker Fernando Torres and manager Roy Hodgson after both came in for early-season criticism.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 22:49:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/liverpool-set-for-wednesday-rule-464240204.htmlThe battle over the future ownership of Liverpool could be decided on Wednesday by a High Court judge.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 22:49:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/kerr-delighted-with-draw-984779856.htmlFaroe Islands boss Brian Kerr admitted it had been a "very, very good day" as his part-time side drew 1-1 with Northern Ireland in their Euro 2012 qualifier.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 22:49:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/italy-march-abandoned-amid-violence-868980440.htmlItaly's Euro 2012 Group C qualifier against Serbia was abandoned by UEFA after just six minutes had been played due to crowd disturbances.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 22:49:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/modric-vows-to-find-his-rhythm-499511124.htmlLuka Modric has admitted to being below par for Tottenham so far this season.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 22:49:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/blues-consider-ground-expansion-61493245.htmlBirmingham are considering redeveloping part of their St. Andrew's ground to increase the capacity to around 46,000 as an alternative to moving to a new stadium.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 22:49:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/larsson-reveals-united-regret-967205129.htmlHenrik Larsson has admitted the greatest regret of his career was snubbing Sir Alex Ferguson's pleas for him to spend more time with Manchester United.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 22:49:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mcculloch-ready-for-scotland-duty-508984412.htmlLee McCulloch has declared himself ready and willing to play for Scotland against Spain on Tuesday night.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 22:49:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/lim-makes-second-bid-for-liverpool-975545864.htmlLiverpool's complicated ownership issues took another twist on Tuesday when Singapore businessman Peter Lim lodged an increased offer for the club.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 22:49:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bruce-hopeful-over-bent-fitness-313654847.htmlSunderland boss Steve Bruce is keeping his fingers crossed Darren Bent's injury sustained on duty for his country will not harm his club's cause.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 22:49:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/olsson-bullish-about-albion-683827455.htmlJonas Olsson insists West Brom are in the top six of the Barclays Premier League on merit and will not be scared of Saturday's clash with Manchester United at Old Trafford.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 19:30:54http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/sorensen-ill-be-fit-for-bolton-583522813.htmlStoke goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen is confident a hip injury which has forced him to return home early from international duty will not keep him out of Barclays Premier League action at the weekend.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 18:12:45http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/keane-backs-long-to-surprise-137977676.htmlRobbie Keane believes Shane Long can surprise the Slovakian defence when he takes Kevin Doyle's place in the Republic of Ireland side in Zilina on Tuesday night.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 15:39:52http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/we-owe-the-fans-fletcher-312466371.htmlDarren Fletcher admits Scotland owe their supporters a performance against Spain following the disappointment of Prague.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 12:34:32http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/flynn-bale-will-be-singled-out-526846620.htmlGareth Bale can expect to be tightly marked on Tuesday night, and for the rest of his career, according to Wales caretaker manager Brian Flynn.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 11:38:33http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hughes-has-confidence-in-healy-701335316.htmlNorthern Ireland captain Aaron Hughes insists David Healy is refusing to be downhearted despite his barren run in front of goal.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 11:38:33http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/worthington-not-getting-complacent-543738011.htmlNigel Worthington has given his players a history lesson in the hope they will not be embarrassed as he once was with Northern Ireland.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 11:12:26http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/flynn-puts-emphasis-on-result-651639262.htmlWales caretaker manager Brian Flynn has deflected all personal attention ahead of Tuesday's crucial Euro 2012 qualifier in Switzerland.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 11:03:34http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/levein-out-to-exploit-weaknesses-281965826.htmlCraig Levein claims Scotland can exploit weaknesses in Spain despite branding them the strongest opponents the national team have ever faced.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 10:19:48http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bank-moves-to-keep-reds-board-234958782.htmlThe Royal Bank of Scotland has obtained an injunction preventing Liverpool owners Tom Hicks and George Gillett from sacking independent chairman Martin Broughton or any other board members ahead of Tuesday's court case.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 10:19:48http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/scotland-pair-face-fitness-checks-552780612.htmlScotland manager Craig Levein will assess the fitness of Lee McCulloch and Alan Hutton on Tuesday morning before finalising his team to face Spain.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 09:01:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/trap-urges-republic-to-move-on-835248841.htmlGiovanni Trapattoni has told his Republic of Ireland players to ignore the criticism surrounding their defeat by Russia to give themselves the best chance of making amends against Slovakia on Tuesday.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 07:25:40http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/corluka-eyes-firstteam-return-876064080.htmlVedran Corluka is determined to win his place back in Tottenham's defence.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 07:12:16http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/uk-athletics-back-hammers-bid-547234184.htmlWest 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.]]>Tue, 12 Oct 2010 07:12:16http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ivanovic-set-to-stay-agent-946603438.htmlBranislav Ivanovic is close to signing a contract extension with Chelsea, according to his agent.]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 21:35:22http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/lma-unimpressed-by-murphy-comments-368809480.htmlLeague 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.]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 21:35:22http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/liverpool-court-battle-to-begin-313750745.htmlThe battle for the ownership of Liverpool will begin in London's High Court after it was confirmed proceedings are scheduled to begin on Tuesday.]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 18:40:17http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/kerr-will-want-last-laugh-craigan-302718283.htmlNorthern Ireland defender Stephen Craigan believes the Brian Kerr factor could give the Faroe Islands a lift when the teams meet on Tuesday in a Euro 2012 qualifier.]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 18:40:17http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mccarthy-survival-will-be-tough-931398597.htmlMick McCarthy believes Wolves face a tougher battle than last season to survive in the Barclays Premier League.]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 17:15:13http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/faye-eyes-new-stoke-deal-737680432.htmlStoke defender Abdoulaye Faye is determined to earn a new contract with the club which could see him end his career at the Britannia Stadium.]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 15:40:11http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/moyes-gets-round-backing-187356059.htmlEverton assistant manager Steve Round insists David Moyes is determined to bring success to the club, despite another disappointing start to the season.]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 15:40:11http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bardsley-set-for-scotland-bow-954457888.htmlSunderland full-back Phil Bardsley is poised to make his Scotland debut against Spain after manager Craig Levein confirmed Alan Hutton was a major doubt for the Euro 2012 qualifier.]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 15:40:11http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/long-relishing-republic-challenge-836012006.htmlShane Long has told Giovanni Trapattoni he is ready to lead the line for the Republic of Ireland in their crunch Euro 2012 qualifier against Slovakia on Tuesday night.]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 14:45:04http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/houston-backs-defensive-scots-334096464.htmlScotland assistant manager Peter Houston has warned fans to expect defensive football to become the norm.]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 13:42:04http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/collins-aims-to-lead-by-example-159607768.htmlAston Villa defender James Collins has vowed to take on-field responsibility for keeping Wales' Euro 2012 qualification dreams alive.]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 13:22:04http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/young-keeps-focus-on-football-108068056.htmlAshley Young has hinted he will be happy to sign a new contract at Aston Villa.]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 13:04:28http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/reina-worries-by-reds-situation-414456019.htmlGoalkeeper Jose Reina has admitted the ongoing takeover saga surrounding Liverpool has left the club in "chaos".]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 12:03:41http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/marseille-plan-de-jong-action-459579106.htmlMarseille are planning legal action against Manchester City midfielder Nigel de Jong over the tackle which broke Hatem Ben Arfa's leg.]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 11:48:54http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/doyle-can-be-replaced-tardelli-480275150.htmlMarco Tardelli is confident the Republic of Ireland have the players to fill the boots of injured striker Kevin Doyle for Tuesday's key Euro 2012 qualifier in Slovakia.]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 11:18:34http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/back-injury-sidelines-cathcart-305786454.htmlNorthern Ireland defender Craig Cathcart has withdrawn from Tuesday's Euro 2012 qualifier against the Faroe Islands after failing to recover from a back injury.]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 10:17:48http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/city-are-title-contenders-neville-980694835.htmlGary Neville has admitted Manchester City are serious rivals for the Barclays Premier League title this season.]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 10:07:37http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/sagna-not-planning-swift-return-21901306.htmlArsenal and France defender Bacary Sagna expects to be on the sidelines for another three weeks as he continues his recovery from a left thigh injury.]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 08:40:16http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/knee-injury-rules-doyle-out-428436640.htmlIreland striker Kevin Doyle has been ruled out of Tuesday's Euro 2012 qualifier against Slovakia with a knee injury.]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 08:40:16http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/murphy-gets-ireland-call-946985731.htmlIpswich goalkeeper Brian Murphy has been called into the Republic of Ireland squad for Tuesday's Euro 2012 qualifier against Slovakia in place of the injured Keiren Westwood]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 08:15:49http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/doubts-over-scotland-quartet-103527222.htmlScotland assistant boss Peter Houston confirmed four players would not train on Sunday ahead of Tuesday's crucial Euro 2012 encounter with world champions Spain at Hampden Park.]]>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 08:15:48http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/purslow-expects-takeover-success-211586185.htmlLiverpool chief executive Christian Purslow is confident the proposed £300million sale of the club to New England Sports Ventures will go through.]]>Sun, 10 Oct 2010 23:29:30http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/worthington-loyal-to-healy-949734570.htmlNigel Worthington has promised he will not disregard David Healy even though the Sunderland striker is without a goal in two years for Northern Ireland.]]>Sun, 10 Oct 2010 23:29:30http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/vaughan-flynn-deserves-post-202207086.htmlMidfielder David Vaughan believes Wales would have a bright future under Brian Flynn - if the players can secure the manager's job for him this week.]]>Sun, 10 Oct 2010 23:19:40http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/murphy-give-godgson-time-207689705.htmlFulham captain Danny Murphy insists his old boss Roy Hodgson must be given time to turn around Liverpool's season.]]>Sun, 10 Oct 2010 21:14:59http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/worthing-hails-players-character-642314434.htmlNorthern Ireland manager Nigel Worthington revealed his players were left dejected at failing to beat 2006 world champions Italy.]]>Sun, 10 Oct 2010 19:15:38http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/rockbottom-hereford-hold-leaders-856245449.htmlTen-man Hereford grabbed their first point in five games in a 1-1 draw against npower League Two leaders Port Vale.]]>Sun, 10 Oct 2010 15:24:51http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/beausejour-to-miss-arsenal-game-755689230.htmlBirmingham winger Jean Beausejour has been ruled out of next weekend's clash at Arsenal through injury as his frustrating start at St Andrew's continues.]]>Sun, 10 Oct 2010 15:24:51http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/houston-defends-formation-525792884.htmlScotland assistant manager Peter Houston offered a robust defence of the 4-6-0 formation used by Craig Levein in Friday's defeat by the Czech Republic claiming it was a "great strategy" which could be repeated in the future.]]>Sun, 10 Oct 2010 15:24:51http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/levein-stand-by-cautious-approach-398624641.htmlScotland manager Craig Levein insists he has no regrets about his defensive approach against the Czech Republic despite suffering their first defeat of the Euro 2012 qualifying campaign.]]>Sun, 10 Oct 2010 14:00:24http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/flynn-rues-damaging-defeat-272640999.htmlWales caretaker manager Brian Flynn admitted his team's Euro 2012 qualification hopes had been "severely damaged" following Friday night's 1-0 defeat against Bulgaria at Cardiff City Stadium.]]>Sun, 10 Oct 2010 13:35:16http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/pugh-penalty-earns-point-203367467.htmlA controversial injury-time penalty by Marc Pugh earned promotion chasing Bournemouth a 1-1 draw against npower League One leaders Brighton.]]>Sun, 10 Oct 2010 12:22:54http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mackie-prepared-to-play-any-role-141263639.htmlJamie 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.]]>Sun, 10 Oct 2010 11:54:49http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/gill-thinks-long-term-41968452.htmlManchester 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.]]>Sun, 10 Oct 2010 11:25:01http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hughes-city-struggle-improved-me-888175800.htmlMark Hughes believes he is a better manager for his tough experiences at Manchester City and has vowed to remain true to his own principles in the rest of his career.]]>Sun, 10 Oct 2010 11:25:01http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/court-date-crucial-to-reds-future-226284783.htmlThe High Court case that will determine the future ownership of Liverpool is expected to start on Tuesday.]]>Sat, 09 Oct 2010 19:25:17http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mcgregor-handed-suspension-712791322.htmlRangers goalkeeper Allan McGregor has been handed a one-match suspension by the Scottish Football Association after being found guilty of violent conduct during the Clydesdale Bank Premier League match against Aberdeen at Pittodrie on September 26 following an incident with Chris McGuire, the SFA have confirmed.]]>Sat, 09 Oct 2010 18:34:50http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/trapattoni-russia-deserved-victory-373507567.htmlGiovanni Trapattoni admitted the Republic of Ireland did not deserve to get anything out of Friday night's Euro 2012 qualifier against Russia despite their stirring comeback.]]>Sat, 09 Oct 2010 14:34:52http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mourinho-rules-out-bale-bid-70450295.htmlReal Madrid boss Jose Mourinho appears to have ruled out a swoop for Gareth Bale after insisting he does not want another left winger.]]>Sat, 09 Oct 2010 11:20:41http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/new-magpies-contact-for-carroll-876500928.htmlNewcastle striker Andy Carroll has signed a new five-year contract with the Barclays Premier League club.]]>Sat, 09 Oct 2010 11:10:35http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bosingwa-close-to-blues-return-52077970.htmlChelsea right-back Jose Bosingwa is ready to resume first-team football after a year sidelined with knee problems.]]>Sat, 09 Oct 2010 10:45:34http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/fifpro-concerned-by-exploitation-649191562.htmlGlobal players' union FIFPro have admitted there is still plenty of work to do to prevent the exploitation of children in Africa and South America.]]>Sat, 09 Oct 2010 10:45:33http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/league-approve-liverpool-takeover-26517928.htmlThe Premier League have given the go-ahead to New England Sports Ventures' takeover of Liverpool.]]>Sat, 09 Oct 2010 10:45:33http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/sound-of-music-could-help-hammers-377957315.htmlWest Ham have been boosted by the world's biggest concert promoter in their bid to take over the Olympic Stadium.]]>Sat, 09 Oct 2010 08:39:58http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/levein-defends-formation-90507791.htmlCraig Levein insists he was happy with his controversial formation despite losing 1-0 to the Czech Republic in the Euro 2012 qualifier in Prague.]]>Sat, 09 Oct 2010 08:15:10http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/liverpool-takeover-timeline-498678805.html2007: January - Liverpool reveal American businessman George Gillett has made an approach "which may or may not" lead to a takeover offer. Liverpool board meet to discuss Gillett proposal after deciding not to formally accept a bid from Dubai International Capital. DIC pull out of takeover.]]>Sat, 09 Oct 2010 08:15:10http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/draw-pleases-northern-ireland-pair-620746157.htmlSteven Davis and Chris Brunt claimed Northern Ireland were good value for their goalless draw at home to Italy at Windsor Park on Friday which kept them well in contention to qualify for Euro 2012.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 23:34:51http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/williams-disappointed-by-wales-loss-615797934.htmlWales captain Ashley Williams admitted the players were hurting as much as the fans after Brian Flynn's first match in charge ended in a 1-0 defeat to Bulgaria at the Cardiff City Stadium.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 23:34:10http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/cash-boost-for-owls-390003255.htmlSheffield Wednesday have revealed a third party investor has confirmed its intention to put money into the npower League One club.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 22:54:48http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/van-der-sar-slams-retirement-claims-439975981.htmlManchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar has rubbished suggestions he has decided to retire at the end of the season.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 22:15:06http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/gill-sees-very-good-accounts-483156128.htmlManchester United chief executive David Gill insists there is no pressure to sell star players such as Wayne Rooney despite the club making losses of £83.6million.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 21:04:48http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/brown-blow-for-celtic-524548216.htmlCeltic and Scotland midfielder Scott Brown has been ruled out for at least six weeks with a metatarsal injury, the club have announced.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 19:44:42http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/manchester-united-financial-results-620683122.html* United have had a record turnover of £286million leading to a group operating profit - before player costs, interest payments, and one-off fees - of £100.7m, also a record.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 19:04:41http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hunt-set-to-return-380849508.htmlStephen Hunt will finally return to action when he plays for Wolves in their reserve team clash with Wigan next Tuesday.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 17:32:10http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/players-intend-to-injure-dhooghe-92541785.htmlMichel d'Hooghe, FIFA's top medical official, has spoken out against "criminal" tackles in the game.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 17:06:45http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/kuyt-confident-reds-will-improve-360153464.htmlLiverpool forward Dirk Kuyt insists the team is making progress under new manager Roy Hodgson even if results on the pitch have not suggested as much.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 16:56:53http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/evans-wary-as-us-suitors-close-in-897240614.htmlFormer Liverpool manager Roy Evans admits the club "cannot afford to jump out of the frying pan into the fire" with their sale to New England Sports Ventures.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 16:15:08http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/holloway-offers-southern-comfort-421499339.htmlBlackpool boss Ian Holloway admits it has been unfortunate the way things have worked out for Keith Southern so far this season.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 16:15:08http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/morrison-praise-for-scharner-529109393.htmlJames 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.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 16:05:16http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/profits-and-losses-for-united-301606.htmlManchester United have become the first English club to crash through the £100million profit barrier - while at the same time posting an £83.6million loss.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 15:09:52http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mcleish-trust-me-676745863.htmlAlex McLeish has told Birmingham fans frustrated by the stuttering start to the current campaign to trust him.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 15:09:52http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hughes-eyes-huge-scalp-664895784.htmlNorthern Ireland captain Aaron Hughes says it would be "huge" if they could put Italy to the sword in their Euro 2012 qualifier at Windsor Park.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 15:04:48http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/levein-pressure-is-on-the-czechs-700930759.htmlScotland have cranked up the pressure on Czech Republic ahead of Friday's Euro 2012 qualifier by telling their opponents it is a match they cannot afford to lose.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 12:58:40http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/united-set-for-operating-profit-252073519.htmlManchester United are expected to become the first English club to crash through the £100million barrier when they announce their latest operating profit on Friday.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 12:53:46http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/keane-impressed-by-mcgeady-form-504403080.htmlAiden McGeady's move to Spartak Moscow can help him hit new heights for Ireland, according to his international manager and captain.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 12:11:37http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/macheda-i-didnt-insult-rooney-715516089.htmlFederico Macheda moved to clarify comments he made about Manchester United team-mate Wayne Rooney.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 12:11:37http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/houllier-has-faith-in-reocoker-24802836.htmlGerrard Houllier admits he instantly recognised the importance to Aston Villa of midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker after he was repeatedly overlooked by previous manager Martin O'Neill.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 11:51:46http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/no-rush-over-upson-deal-gold-263362205.htmlWest Ham co-owner David Gold is not panicking about the prospect of losing Matthew Upson on a free transfer and would be happy to wait until the end of the season for the England defender to commit his future to the club.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 11:26:27http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/reds-at-risk-of-points-penalty-664585851.htmlLiverpool would be at risk of a nine-point deduction if the owners' holding company is put into administration, it emerged on Thursday night.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 11:26:27http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hughton-happy-with-wide-options-582082252.htmlThe loss of Hatem Ben Arfa will not prompt Newcastle boss Chris Hughton to enter the transfer market again in January.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 10:24:39http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/miller-misses-out-366367158.htmlKenny Miller has been dropped for Scotland's crucial Euro 2012 qualifier against Czech Republic it was confirmed on Thursday night.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 09:44:50http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/armband-returns-to-hughes-420088123.htmlNorthern Ireland manager Nigel Worthington has confirmed that Aaron Hughes will captain the side against Italy in their Euro 2012 qualifier at Windsor Park.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 09:10:21http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/trapattoni-eyes-important-phase-494798762.htmlRepublic of Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni declared the match against Russia the moment when their Euro 2012 campaign really kicks into gear.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 09:00:23http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/czech-rep-v-scotland-key-battles-297073742.htmlScotland take on the Czech Republic in a vital Euro 2012 qualifier in Prague on Friday night.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 08:55:22http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/broughton-confident-over-sale-986367521.htmlLiverpool remain confident of success in their High Court showdown with their American owners despite Tom Hicks denying he ceded control of the club to chairman Martin Broughton.]]>Fri, 08 Oct 2010 08:45:10http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/shawcross-defends-henry-and-de-jong-652679568.htmlStoke captain Ryan Shawcross claims some of the criticism being levelled at Karl Henry and Nigel de Jong is unfair and that the potential for serious injuries to occur is just part and parcel of modern football.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 22:15:01http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/double-blow-for-wales-224075521.htmlWales midfielder Joe Allen and striker Ched Evans have been ruled out of Friday's Euro 2012 qualifier against Bulgaria.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 21:24:45http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/keogh-we-expect-to-win-315162401.htmlAndy Keogh insists the Republic of Ireland will head into their Euro 2012 clash with Russia in expectation rather than hope.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 20:14:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/levein-set-to-make-late-checks-107688802.htmlScotland manager Craig Levein will assess the fitness of several injury doubts before naming his team to face the Czech Republic.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 20:05:05http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/spending-critics-motivate-city-947588312.htmlManchester City defender Joleon Lescott admits the growing criticism of the club's big-spending methods to achieve success are a motivating factor for the players.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 17:05:05http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/steele-expects-van-der-sar-to-quit-306315055.htmlEdwin van der Sar is ready to retire at the end of the season, according to Manchester United's goalkeeping coach Eric Steele.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 17:05:05http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mutch-keen-on-new-blues-deal-862228234.htmlBirmingham's promising midfielder Jordon Mutch wants to sign a new contract with the club.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 16:55:14http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hicks-battles-for-anfield-control-104003316.htmlLiverpool co-owner Tom Hicks is determined to fight to hang on to control of the club after refusing to recognise chairman Martin Broughton's authority.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 16:45:11http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/lafferty-working-on-temperament-462031119.htmlKyle Lafferty insists he is a changed man - thanks to the Rangers coaching staff.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 16:45:11http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/wales-coaches-back-skipper-williams-291903343.htmlWales' interim coaching staff are confident they have chosen a winner to lead the side this week in Ashley Williams.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 13:49:40http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/fergie-chelsea-have-had-easy-start-785943570.htmlSir 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.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 13:39:46http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/no-levein-hints-over-selection-964288728.htmlScotland manager Craig Levein has refused to give any hints about his team selection for the Euro 2012 qualifier against the Czech Republic amid speculation Kenny Miller is set to be dropped on Friday night.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 13:35:01http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/liverpool-takeover-timeline-859120620.html2004: March - Thailand Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is revealed to be interested in buying a stake in the club.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 11:34:42http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/broughton-expects-deal-in-a-week-976849506.htmlLiverpool chairman Martin Broughton expects the £300million sale of the club to be completed "in about a week".]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 11:34:42http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/us-group-aim-to-make-reds-winners-674740347.htmlProspective new Liverpool owners New England Sports Ventures are determined to restore the club's former glories after they agreed a £300million deal on Wednesday.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 10:34:35http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/benayoun-blow-for-blues-759443955.htmlChelsea midfielder Yossi Benayoun could face "several months" on the sidelines due to a ruptured Achilles tendon, according to the Israeli football federation.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 10:10:02http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/gold-slams-spurs-stadium-bid-825929402.htmlWest Ham co-owner David Gold admits he cannot understand why Tottenham have launched a rival bid for the Olympic Stadium.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 09:54:50http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/scotland-turn-to-bardsley-670507012.htmlSunderland right-back Phil Bardsley has received his first call-up to the Scotland squad.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 09:54:50http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/cleverley-could-get-united-recall-328807503.htmlSir Alex Ferguson has revealed he could recall Manchester United midfielder Tom Cleverley from his loan spell at Wigan in January.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 09:09:41http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/fabregas-set-for-arsenal-return-145325863.htmlArsenal are set to be boosted by the return of fit-again captain Cesc Fabregas after the international break, while England forward Theo Walcott may also be available for the crunch trip to Manchester City in two weeks' time.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 09:09:41http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/williams-to-skipper-wales-678755711.htmlSwansea defender Ashley Williams will captain Wales in Friday's Euro 2012 qualifier against Bulgaria.]]>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 07:55:28http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/nesv-vow-will-please-reds-fans-345412750.htmlNew England Sports Ventures will remove all "acquisition debt" from Liverpool if their takeover is successful, a statement from the American company promised on Wednesday.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 20:24:38http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/lampard-targets-villa-return-932682030.htmlFrank Lampard is hoping to return from injury in time for Chelsea's Barclays Premier League game at Aston Villa next week.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 20:24:37http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/spurs-spell-out-stadium-position-178605377.htmlTottenham 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.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 18:49:30http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/neymar-tempted-by-chelsea-464715494.htmlBrazil star Neymar has described the prospect of joining Chelsea as "an honour", claiming he needs to leave Santos to become the world's best player.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 17:15:12http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ben-arfa-set-for-hospital-release-170103231.htmlNewcastle midfielder Hatem Ben Arfa is to leave hospital on Thursday as he begins the process of recovering from his double leg fracture.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 16:44:41http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/fans-cautious-over-reds-bid-151338202.htmlNews of Liverpool's sale to another American businessman has been greeted with "cautious optimism" by fans' group Spirit of Shankly (SoS).]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 15:45:09http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/marwood-defends-city-spending-560642540.htmlBrian Marwood has defended Manchester City's spending this summer, while insisting it will not be required on a similar scale again.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 15:15:02http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/van-damme-eyes-anderlecht-return-263738765.htmlWolves defender Jelle van Damme has claimed he could return to Anderlecht in January after struggling to settle in England.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 14:09:42http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/kennedy-new-owners-must-learn-521011637.htmlAlan Kennedy insists he had no problem in principle with another American owning Liverpool - but warned John W Henry to learn from the mistakes of George Gillett and Tom Hicks.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 14:09:42http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/no-points-penalty-possible-for-reds-667422090.htmlLiverpool may not be docked points even if the club's American owners' company Kop Holdings goes into administration next week, it can be revealed.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 14:04:41http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/brown-out-of-scotland-trip-395900553.htmlScott Brown has been forced to withdraw from the Scotland squad ahead of their Euro 2012 qualifier against the Czech Republic.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 13:35:54http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bellamy-hints-at-united-interest-797411042.htmlCraig Bellamy has hinted that Manchester United were interested in signing him from Manchester City before he joined Cardiff on loan in August.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 12:14:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/church-keen-to-prove-his-worth-773119186.htmlSimon Church is hoping to kickstart his own season and Wales' Euro 2012 qualifying campaign this week.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 12:14:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/coleman-blown-away-by-callup-598630490.htmlSeamus Coleman is having to pinch himself after being called up to the senior Republic of Ireland squad.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 12:14:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/maloney-relishing-scotland-return-674967288.htmlShaun Maloney hopes to make the move from pub to pitch for Scotland`s Euro 2012 qualifying double-header against the Czech Republic and Spain.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 12:14:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/city-owner-back-on-top-of-rich-list-539946496.htmlManchester City owner Sheikh Mansour has returned to the top of football's rich list, according to the latest figures from FourFourTwo magazine.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 12:14:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/poulsen-liverpool-in-crisis-936205450.htmlLiverpool new boy Christian Poulsen has admitted there is a real crisis at Anfield.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 11:15:09http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/liverpool-sale-agreed-in-principle-194530065.htmlLiverpool's board of directors have agreed the sale of the club to New England Sports Ventures, subject to Premier League approval and the resolution of a board dispute.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 11:15:08http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/civil-war-erupts-in-reds-boardroom-63515355.htmlThe battle lines have been drawn over the future of Liverpool after owners Tom Hicks and George Gillett stressed they would "resist any attempt to sell the club without due process or agreement".]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 10:44:44http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/clemence-upset-by-hodgson-critics-196970350.htmlLiverpool legend Ray Clemence believes it is "sad" that Roy Hodgson's managerial qualities are under scrutiny after just three months in charge.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 10:44:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hodgson-refusing-to-get-downhearted-422214121.htmlLiverpool manager Roy Hodgson insists he is no worse a coach now than he was three months ago and that he is currently enduring "a bad moment".]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 10:15:14http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/magpies-request-de-jong-punishment-181814185.htmlNewcastle have called on the Football Association to take action against Manchester City midfielder Nigel de Jong over the tackle which left Hatem Ben Arfa with a double leg fracture.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 10:15:14http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/wagstaff-ensures-addicks-progress-111617176.htmlScott Wagstaff scored a late winner as Charlton came from behind to beat MK Dons 2-1 and reach the third round of the Johnstone's Paint Trophy.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 08:25:07http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/essien-vows-to-make-ghana-return-541140347.htmlMichael Essien has confirmed that his absence from the Ghana team is only temporary.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 08:25:07http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/alex-faces-three-weeks-out-63487378.htmlChelsea 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.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 08:25:07http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/pilkington-bags-terriers-brace-286105872.htmlTwo wonder strikes from Anthony Pilkington helped Huddersfield to a 3-2 win against Peterborough and propelled them past the second round stage of the Johnstone's Paint Trophy for the first time in eight years.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 08:19:45http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/baines-escapes-league-torture-269626131.htmlEverton defender Leighton Baines is relieved a first Barclays Premier League victory of the season has avoided the "torture" of going through the international break still without a win.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 08:04:58http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/given-ready-for-russia-test-85309800.htmlShay Given will rekindle memories of one of the proudest moments of his international career when he runs out against Russia on Friday evening.]]>Wed, 06 Oct 2010 07:25:19http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/reds-confirm-two-bids-621450694.htmlLiverpool have confirmed they have received two offers to purchase the Barclays Premier League Club on a day that also saw owners Tom Hicks and George Gillett attempt to remove two senior figures from the club's board of directors.]]>Tue, 05 Oct 2010 23:38:51http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/kirdi-loses-interest-in-reds-174022488.htmlThe pressure on Liverpool's owners to find a buyer before an October 15 deadline has increased after one potential buyer claimed there was no "logic" in their high asking price.]]>Tue, 05 Oct 2010 23:19:46http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hughes-relishing-italy-clash-95137435.htmlFulham defender Aaron Hughes is relishing the prospect of leading Northern Ireland out against Italy at Windsor Park on Friday night.]]>Tue, 05 Oct 2010 18:52:45http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/nasri-more-protection-is-needed-429496799.htmlArsenal winger Samir Nasri maintains players in the Barclays Premier League are not "evil", but feels referees should do more to protect players.]]>Tue, 05 Oct 2010 18:52:45http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/no-issue-over-bellamy-flynn-371459046.htmlWales caretaker manager Brian Flynn has refused to get involved in a club-versus-country row with Cardiff over Craig Bellamy.]]>Tue, 05 Oct 2010 17:33:45http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/caldwell-spain-will-be-strong-977865877.htmlGary Caldwell will take no notice of Spain's lengthening injury list ahead of the Euro 2012 qualifying clash at Hampden next Tuesday night.]]>Tue, 05 Oct 2010 16:51:57http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/john-hughes-factfile-600208181.html1964: Born September 9 in Edinburgh.]]>Tue, 05 Oct 2010 16:13:18http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mcgeady-plots-russian-downfall-61847394.htmlAiden McGeady will have no qualms about making himself a villain in his new home as he attempts to fire the Republic of Ireland into the finals of Euro 2012.]]>Tue, 05 Oct 2010 16:13:18http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hodgson-plays-down-concerns-381286681.htmlManager Roy Hodgson's insistence that Liverpool's current position in the bottom three of the Barclays Premier League is less of a problem than it was for him at former club Fulham is unlikely to placate unhappy fans.]]>Tue, 05 Oct 2010 16:13:17http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/oldest-england-debutants-774696877.htmlBolton striker Kevin Davies could become one of England's oldest debutants after his call-up for next week's Euro 2012 qualifying match against Montenegro.]]>Tue, 05 Oct 2010 16:09:58http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/crisis-at-anfield-lawrenson-881260755.htmlFormer Liverpool defender Mark Lawrenson believes the situation at the club has now reached crisis-point.]]>Tue, 05 Oct 2010 12:39:49http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/no-guarantees-for-hughton-455092555.htmlNewcastle manager Chris Hughton has warned striker Andy Carroll he is not guaranteed to win back his place in the Magpies' line-up.]]>Tue, 05 Oct 2010 12:39:49http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/henry-apologies-for-challenge-814520391.htmlWolves captain Karl Henry has apologised to his team-mates and the club's fans for the tackle that earned him an 11th-minute red card at Wigan on Saturday.]]>Tue, 05 Oct 2010 12:39:10http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/jelavic-set-for-surgery-381752592.htmlRangers striker Nikica Jelavic is to have an ankle operation and will miss "a number of matches" the Ibrox club have announced.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 22:13:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/scotland-call-up-trio-938121510.htmlCameron Bell, Don Cowie and Kevin McNaughton have been drafted in to the Scotland squad ahead of the Euro 2012 qualifying double-header against the Czech Republic and Spain.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 22:13:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/duff-disappointment-for-republic-568448074.htmlRepublic of Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni has been dealt a series of fresh injury blows ahead of the Euro 2012 qualifying matches against Russia and Slovakia.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 22:13:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mccourt-pulls-out-449901291.htmlPaddy McCourt has lost his fitness battle and pulled out of the Northern Ireland squad to face Italy and the Faroe Islands in Euro 2012 qualifiers.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 22:13:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/oshea-hopes-to-beat-awayday-blues-596190026.htmlJohn O'Shea is urging Manchester United to stay strong as they look to put their away-day blues behind them.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 22:13:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bales-scoops-wales-award-852848581.htmlTottenham star Gareth Bale has been named Wales Footballer of the Year.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 22:13:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/jovanovic-dismisses-exit-report-184134250.htmlLiverpool forward Milan Jovanovic has dismissed reports that he is unsettled at the club and had threatened to leave in January.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 22:13:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/wotherspoon-stunned-by-hughes-news-186776693.htmlHibernian midfielder David Wotherspoon revealed his shock at hearing manager John Hughes had left Easter Road.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 22:13:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hughton-devastated-for-ben-arfa-802215879.htmlNewcastle boss Chris Hughton has spoken of his devastation at the loss of flying winger Hatem Ben Arfa with a double leg fracture just four games into his career in England.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 22:13:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/torres-doubtful-for-derby-clash-840413352.htmlLiverpool striker Fernando Torres is doubtful for the most significant Merseyside derby for years after it was confirmed he had strained an adductor muscle - a similar injury to the one he sustained in the World Cup final.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 22:13:08http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/eriksson-leicester-the-real-deal-767681275.htmlSven-Goran Eriksson has revealed he carried out more research before committing himself to Leicester than he did before joining Notts County in order to avoid the pitfalls of his previous venture in the East Midlands.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 21:54:04http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/gabbidon-brings-end-to-wales-career-421701330.htmlWest Ham defender Danny Gabbidon has announced his retirement from international football with Wales.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 21:24:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hughton-unimpressed-by-atkinson-932995807.htmlNewcastle boss Chris Hughton has accused Martin Atkinson of getting the big penalty decisions wrong in their 2-1 loss at Manchester City.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 20:10:04http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/broadfoot-to-leave-scotland-squad-651456622.htmlKirk Broadfoot will be sent home from the Scotland squad ahead of the Euro 2012 qualifying double-header against Czech Republic and Spain which starts with a game in Prague on Friday.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 17:53:46http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/duff-poised-to-miss-out-795019579.htmlDamien Duff is set to miss the Republic of Ireland's Euro 2012 qualifying matches against Russia and Slovakia.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 17:53:02http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/holland-punish-de-jong-for-tackle-213320158.htmlManchester City midfielder Nigel De Jong has been dropped from the Holland squad as punishment for his tackle which broke Hatem Ben Arfa's leg.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 17:37:53http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ray-calls-for-clemency-16431584.htmlFormer Liverpool goalkeeper Ray Clemence believe it is "crazy" for people to start calling for manager Roy Hodgson to be replaced.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 16:56:12http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/kuyt-apologises-for-anfield-loss-780021053.htmlLiverpool forward Dirk Kuyt has apologised to the club's fans after the 2-1 defeat to Blackpool at Anfield.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 16:27:44http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hughes-leaves-hibs-hotseat-246727330.htmlHibernian announced manager John Hughes has left the club by mutual consent.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 16:27:44http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/neville-reveals-toffees-torment-979495867.htmlEverton captain Phil Neville has revealed how embarrassment and shame in the dressing room inspired the team to climb off the bottom of the Barclays Premier League.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 16:08:07http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/beausejour-break-boosts-blues-30915240.htmlBirmingham boss Alex McLeish is hoping the international break will allow winger Jean Beausejour to recover from a medial ligament problem.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 16:08:07http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hodgson-left-with-plenty-to-ponder-900749091.htmlLiverpool manager Roy Hodgson admits he has plenty of work to do to drag his side out of the mess they have created for themselves.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 15:01:51http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/schwarzer-still-wants-move-380697269.htmlMark Schwarzer has hinted he will try to "force" Fulham to sell him in January after being denied a summer move to Arsenal.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 13:33:56http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/van-marwijk-unhappy-with-de-jong-995735540.htmlHolland coach Bert van Marwijk has criticised Nigel de Jong for the reckless tackle which broke Hatem Ben Arfa's leg and plans to speak with the Manchester City midfielder over the "wild and unnecessary" challenge.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 13:05:26http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/capello-expected-to-pick-rooney-539704569.htmlFabio Capello is expected to take Sir Alex Ferguson up on his offer to select Wayne Rooney for England's Euro 2012 qualifier with Montenegro.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 12:44:57http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/earnshaw-out-of-wales-qualifiers-308228202.htmlNottingham Forest striker Robert Earnshaw has withdrawn from the Wales squad for this month's Euro 2012 qualifiers against Bulgaria and Switzerland.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 11:06:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/grant-we-wont-drop-297359793.htmlAvram Grant insists West Ham will not be relegated this season despite seeing his side sink to the bottom of the Barclays Premier League table once again on Saturday.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 11:06:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hughes-may-move-the-goalposts-600445783.htmlFulham manager Mark Hughes admits his side may have to play uglier football at times if they are to end their 13-month stretch without an away win.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 10:02:41http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/wenger-its-how-you-finish-437064908.htmlArsenal boss Arsene Wenger insisted that his side must become more clinical in front of goal if they are to win the title.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 10:02:41http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ray-of-light-as-blues-stretch-lead-729282489.htmlAssistant boss Ray Wilkins hailed Chelsea's resilience as the Blues overpowered Arsenal to earn themselves a four-point lead at the top of the Barclays Premier League.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 10:00:15http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/unlikely-anfield-defeats-955514569.htmlBlackpool won 2-1 at Liverpool 2-1 today as the clouds continue to grow over Anfield.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 08:57:15http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/newcastle-confirm-ben-arfa-injury-131036344.htmlNewcastle have confirmed that Hatem Ben Arfa sustained a broken tibia and fibula to his left leg against Manchester City on Sunday.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 08:48:17http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/benitez-defends-liverpool-reign-337316624.htmlFormer Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has defended his Anfield legacy.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 08:33:49http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hughton-counts-cost-of-clash-934818525.htmlNewcastle manager Chris Hughton left Eastlands seething this afternoon after a 2-1 defeat to Manchester City that was made even worse by the broken leg suffered by Hatem Ben Arfa.]]>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 08:03:58http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/zenden-calls-for-consistency-514670873.htmlBolo Zenden has warned his Sunderland team-mates they need to reproduce their heroics against the big guns when they face lesser opposition if they are to realise their ambitions.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 19:51:28http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hodgson-bemoans-bad-day-98955925.htmlLiverpool manager Roy Hodgson admits the 2-1 defeat at home to Blackpool was a "nightmare result" but will not accept his underperforming side are in a relegation battle.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 19:50:42http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/van-der-sar-we-need-to-close-gap-38136961.htmlEdwin van der Sar left Sunderland bemoaning more dropped points having spared Manchester United further pain.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 18:46:27http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/jagielka-hopes-toffees-can-kick-on-222453292.htmlPhil Jagielka admits he has been baffled by Everton's woeful start to the season but believes the win at Birmingham can be the turning point.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 18:46:27http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/martinez-not-concerned-by-tackling-525539282.htmlWigan boss Roberto Martinez defended the physical nature of the Barclays Premier League despite fearing a serious injury to one of his players for the second time in a week.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 18:46:27http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/weirs-issues-gers-warning-976048829.htmlSkipper David Weir hailed Rangers for bagging their seventh win of the season - then told them they must do even better.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 18:02:40http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/gold-highlights-parker-credentials-470696335.htmlDavid Gold admits he is bemused by Fabio Capello's decision to overlook Scott Parker and has urged the Italian to recall the West Ham midfielder for England's Euro 2012 qualifier against Montenegro.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 18:02:40http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/coyle-wants-winning-habit-376245944.htmlBolton manager Owen Coyle has challenged his team to start converting their draws into wins after seeing them earn a point at West Brom.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 18:02:40http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/redknapps-tactical-headache-707598063.htmlHarry Redknapp admits Rafael van der Vaart is giving him a tactical headache as the Tottenham boss tries to work out how best to accommodate his new talisman.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 16:31:15http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/lennon-not-critical-of-defenders-392033783.htmlNeil Lennon refused to point the finger at centre-backs Glenn Loovens and Daniel Majstorovic after Celtic had to recover from a ropey opening to beat Hamilton at Parkhead to go top of the Clydesdale Bank Premier League.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 16:31:15http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/foxes-unveil-eriksson-550047698.htmlSven-Goran Eriksson has returned to English football as the manager of Leicester.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 14:37:31http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/no-lars-laughs-for-hughes-827484903.htmlMark Hughes criticised referee Andre Marriner for failing to award his side a first half penalty which he believes would have given Fulham victory over West Ham in the London derby at Upton Park.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 13:57:56http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/moyes-we-have-deserved-more-913614368.htmlEverton boss David Moyes saw his side move off the bottom of the Barclays Premier League - but believes their performances this season have merited a greater reward.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 13:45:39http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/smith-hails-battling-rangers-251723352.htmlRangers manager Walter Smith praised the battling spirit of his players after they emerged from a gruelling week with their 100% record in the Clydesdale Bank Premier League intact.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 12:27:15http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/allardyce-hails-walters-dedication-624082665.htmlJon Walters rewarded Sam Allardyce, the first manager to hand him a professional contract, by condemning his Blackburn side to defeat.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 12:27:15http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/posh-trim-seagulls-lead-535704232.htmlNpower League One leaders Brighton were held to a 1-1 draw at Tranmere as their advantage at the top was cut to two points even though nearest rivals Bournemouth lost the south-coast derby.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 12:27:15http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/redknapp-likes-van-hailing-118730288.htmlHarry Redknapp admitted Rafael van der Vaart's £8million signing was looking more of a bargain by the minute after the Holland midfielder cemented his status as Tottenham's new talisman.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 12:27:15http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ferguson-satisfied-with-point-139426332.htmlManchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson pronounced himself content with a draw after seeing his side survive a first-half battering at Sunderland.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 12:27:15http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/helguson-keeps-qpr-six-clear-981957549.htmlQPR striker Heidar Helguson snatched a 90th-minute winner at Crystal Palace to maintain the npower Championship leaders' six-point cushion at the top.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 12:27:15http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/coyle-questions-award-of-goal-952205036.htmlBolton boss Owen Coyle claimed the goal that denied his side victory at West Brom this should have been disallowed.]]>Sun, 03 Oct 2010 12:21:15http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/sprireites-involved-in-goal-rush-707295168.htmlGoals rained in thick and fast in npower League Two, with the highlight being second-placed Chesterfield's 5-5 draw at home to Crewe.]]>Sat, 02 Oct 2010 19:32:38http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/jovanovic-i-could-leave-722327696.htmlLiverpool forward Milan Jovanovic is contemplating leaving the club just two months into the season.]]>Sat, 02 Oct 2010 19:18:08http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/rooney-im-only-human-7837905.htmlManchester United striker Wayne Rooney believes he should be allowed to play his way back into form and has defended himself against recent criticism.]]>Sat, 02 Oct 2010 19:07:46http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/wenger-looking-to-beat-rivals-720391514.htmlArsene Wenger maintains it is vital Arsenal win the head-to-head battles against their Barclays Premier League title rivals this season - starting at Chelsea on Sunday.]]>Sat, 02 Oct 2010 18:55:20http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/carragher-sale-crucial-to-future-857878980.htmlLiverpool veteran Jamie Carragher admits resolving the ownership issues at the club is a "massive decision" which will have implications for decades to come.]]>Sat, 02 Oct 2010 18:53:26http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/wilkins-looking-for-strong-show-650884462.htmlChelsea's assistant boss Ray Wilkins insists the Blues must combine strength with skill against Arsenal at Stamford Bridge Sunday if they are to avoid a second successive Barclays Premier League defeat.]]>Sat, 02 Oct 2010 18:53:26http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/flynn-bale-fulfilling-potential-312775479.htmlBrian Flynn believes Tottenham star Gareth Bale is on course to reach the career heights Wales' caretaker boss predicted for him.]]>Sat, 02 Oct 2010 18:31:18http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/williamson-enjoying-competition-497091810.htmlMike Williamson is relishing his battle with former England international Sol Campbell for a place in the Newcastle team.]]>Sat, 02 Oct 2010 18:31:18http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/johnson-keen-to-face-magpies-963798088.htmlAdam Johnson is anxious to start for Manchester City against his boyhood idols Newcastle on Sunday.]]>Sat, 02 Oct 2010 18:02:58http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/gomez-plays-down-horror-challenge-144463948.htmlSat, 02 Oct 2010 18:02:58http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/collins-earns-wales-recall-295958392.htmlWales caretaker manager Brian Flynn has recalled Stoke defender Danny Collins after three years in the international wilderness.]]>Sat, 02 Oct 2010 15:21:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/redknapp-avoids-stadium-debate-731912829.htmlHarry Redknapp sidestepped the issue of Tottenham's 11th-hour bid to take over the Olympic Stadium by joking he was scared of upsetting chairman Daniel Levy.]]>Sat, 02 Oct 2010 12:46:44http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/city-reveal-huge-losses-174462720.htmlManchester City have swept past Manchester United in the pay league for players, the club's annual report revealed.]]>Sat, 02 Oct 2010 09:01:44http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/gillespie-declared-bankrupt-747135727.htmlFormer Northern Ireland international Keith Gillespie has been declared bankrupt.]]>Sat, 02 Oct 2010 09:01:44http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/young-poised-to-sign-new-villa-deal-236659191.htmlAshley Young is on the verge of signing a new long-term contract with Aston Villa.]]>Sat, 02 Oct 2010 09:01:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/fabio-can-decide-on-rooney-fergie-595355879.htmlSir Alex Ferguson is happy to let Fabio Capello decide whether Wayne Rooney is fit enough to report for England duty next week.]]>Sat, 02 Oct 2010 09:01:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/torres-needs-chances-carragher-153766676.htmlLiverpool vice-captain Jamie Carragher insists there is nothing wrong with Fernando Torres but reckons the rest of the team have to improve if they are to help their star striker.]]>Sat, 02 Oct 2010 07:34:57http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/coleman-gets-republic-call-up-41251342.htmlEverton defender Seamus Coleman has been handed his first senior call-up by the Republic of Ireland.]]>Sat, 02 Oct 2010 07:19:13http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/were-in-relegation-battle-moyes-882245139.htmlEverton boss David Moyes believes his team are involved in a relegation battle.]]>Sat, 02 Oct 2010 07:11:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/holloway-apologises-for-abusing-ref-828672415.htmlBlackpool boss Ian Holloway has apologised for using abusive language towards referee Mike Dean at Bloomfield Road on Saturday.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 21:30:38http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/sousa-leaves-leicester-358701375.htmlLeicester owner Milan Mandaric has sacked manager Paulo Sousa less than three months after appointing him as Nigel Pearson's replacement.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 19:02:50http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/johnson-dismisses-form-worries-861549095.htmlManchester City winger Adam Johnson has baulked at suggestions his form may have dipped after two eye-catching performances for England.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 18:46:23http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ireland-and-wales-open-nations-cup-798372335.htmlThe Republic of Ireland will meet Wales in the opening game of the Carling Nations Cup.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 18:25:08http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/city-reveal-record-losses-793725388.htmlManchester City have announced record losses of £121.3million.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 16:11:01http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/loovens-hopes-fans-will-return-136791950.htmlGlenn Loovens has appealed for stay-away Celtic fans to come out in force and back the team again.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 15:33:15http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/fabregas-missing-for-london-derby-484628322.htmlArsenal will be without captain Cesc Fabregas for Sunday's Barclays Premier League clash with Chelsea.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 13:45:40http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/saha-set-for-return-694129159.htmlEverton striker Louis Saha is set to return to training with the club next week.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 13:45:40http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/fergie-roo-may-be-fit-for-england-490639398.htmlManchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has told MUTV that Wayne Rooney could be fit to play for England in their Euro 2012 qualifier with Montenegro on October 12.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 13:45:40http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/agbonlahor-booked-in-for-surgery-57142070.htmlAston Villa striker Gabriel Agbonlahor is to undergo a minor groin operation on Monday and is expected to be out of action for at least two weeks.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 13:44:58http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/wilkins-football-can-help-carlo-903349418.htmlChelsea assistant coach Ray Wilkins is hoping that Carlo Ancelotti's love of football will help him cope with the sad loss of his father.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 13:44:56http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/zabaleta-out-of-magpies-clash-35079954.htmlRoberto Mancini has confirmed Pablo Zabaleta will miss Manchester City's Premier League clash with Newcastle on Sunday.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 13:18:58http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hunt-on-schedule-for-return-182227495.htmlWolves midfielder Stephen Hunt is in line to finally make his debut after the forthcoming international break.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 13:18:58http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/cesc-future-set-to-become-clearer-303089904.htmlArsenal boss Arsene Wenger will discover on Saturday whether Cesc Fabregas will be fit to play a part in Sunday's crunch clash with Chelsea.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 12:52:25http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/dunne-ready-for-tough-competition-366543826.htmlFit-again Aston Villa defender Richard Dunne will have "no complaints" if forced to delay his comeback from injury because of the form of James Collins and Carlos Cuellar.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 12:25:23http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/rio-relaxed-about-uniteds-form-170899325.htmlRio Ferdinand insists Manchester United have no need to panic over their early-season form.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 12:25:23http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/drogba-makes-things-different-151401884.htmlCarlo Ancelotti admits Chelsea will adjust their approach with Didier Drogba set to return for Sunday's clash with Arsenal.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 11:44:21http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mcculloch-has-confidence-in-gers-116095906.htmlLee McCulloch has urged Rangers to prove they can challenge on all fronts by securing the points against Hearts this weekend following their Champions League triumph.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 11:12:32http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/practice-pays-off-for-johnson-261879735.htmlManchester City goalscorer Adam Johnson revealed his goal at Eastlands came straight off the training ground.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 10:57:59http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hodgson-satisfied-despite-stalemate-715142591.htmlLiverpool manager Roy Hodgson felt his side earned a good point despite a disappointing performance in their goalless Europa League draw in Utrecht.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 10:57:59http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/owls-administration-not-the-answer-242005330.htmlSheffield Wednesday have declared that placing themselves in administration "is not the answer to the club's problems".]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 09:35:22http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bruce-not-ruling-out-rooney-game-586806928.htmlSunderland boss Steve Bruce will not be convinced Wayne Rooney is not turning out against his team on Saturday until he sees the Manchester United teamsheet.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 09:35:21http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hammers-hand-over-stadium-bid-663143725.htmlWest Ham delivered their bid to run the Olympic Stadium after the 2012 Games to 10 Downing Street on Thursday, insisting only they could deliver the legacy promise made when London was named host city.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 09:19:38http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/giggs-has-no-concerns-over-rooney-999977200.htmlRyan Giggs uses a simple phrase to sum up Wayne Rooney's present predicament - form is temporary, class is permanent.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 08:57:34http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/martinez-keen-on-keeping-al-habsi-16296911.htmlWigan manager Roberto Martinez has indicated he would like to maintain the services of goalkeeper Ali Al Habsi in the long-term.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 08:57:33http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/spurs-look-east-to-olympic-solution-793331138.htmlTottenham confirmed on Friday morning that they have registered an interest in occupying the Olympic Stadium in east London after the 2012 Games.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 08:50:59http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/council-welcome-spurs-stadium-plan-9381634.htmlTottenham's new stadium plans were approved by Haringey Council's planning committee on Thursday night.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 07:13:46http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/king-warns-against-euro-hangover-665643097.htmlLedley King has told his team-mates it is time prove they are not "the same old Tottenham" by following their Champions League thrashing of FC Twente with victory over Aston Villa on Saturday.]]>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 06:54:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/fabregas-struggling-wenger-815660869.htmlArsene Wenger revealed Cesc Fabregas was unlikely to be fit in time for Arsenal's crunch clash with Chelsea on Sunday.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 22:49:14http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/pulis-pushes-duos-claims-483003188.htmlStoke boss Tony Pulis believes Matthew Etherington and Ryan Shawcross deserve call-ups to the England squad for the forthcoming Euro 2012 qualifier against Montenegro.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 22:03:00http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/coyle-bolton-can-keep-improving-842353347.htmlOwen Coyle believes Bolton are evolving steadily but still "not anywhere near" where he wants them to be.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 19:38:40http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/di-matteo-plays-down-expectations-607802868.htmlWest Brom manager Roberto Di Matteo has urged the club's supporters not to get too carried away after a better-than-expected start to the Barclays Premier League season.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 18:06:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mcleish-backing-zigic-to-shine-572483345.htmlAlex McLeish is confident Birmingham's £6million summer signing Nikola Zigic will come good despite struggling to adapt so far to the demands of the Barclays Premier League.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 17:46:24http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/martinez-happy-with-caldwell-call-222002659.htmlRoberto Martinez is relaxed about Gary Caldwell's return to the Scotland squad despite the defender having yet to start a first-team game this season for Wigan.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 17:46:24http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/chelsea-send-condolences-242794926.htmlCarlo Ancelotti will attend Chelsea's match against Arsenal at Stamford Bridge on Sunday despite the death of his father Giuseppe.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 17:19:14http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hearts-prepare-without-skipper-582428559.htmlHearts manager Jim Jefferies will continue to prepare for the visit of Rangers without Marius Zaliukas amid a continuing impasse over his captain's contract situation.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 17:19:14http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/abramovich-wants-euro-glory-terry-902936756.htmlChelsea captain John Terry has acknowledged club owner Roman Abramovich wants Carlo Ancelotti's team to win multiple trophies again this season - with the Champions League a major target.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 16:30:09http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/di-santo-given-the-allclear-517591397.htmlWigan manager Roberto Martinez has been given a lift with the news striker Franco Di Santo has not damaged his ankle ligaments.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 16:07:55http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/petrov-to-keep-armband-506722988.htmlStiliyan Petrov will continue as Aston Villa captain under new manager Gerard Houllier.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 16:07:55http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/wednesday-in-takeover-talks-162586253.htmlSheffield Wednesday are in advanced talks with a Norwegian oilfield company about a possible takeover.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 16:07:55http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/holden-commits-to-trotters-35272934.htmlBolton midfielder Stuart Holden has signed a contract extension which keeps him at the club until 2013.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 14:45:29http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bellamy-out-of-qualifiers-538724394.htmlCaptain Craig Bellamy has been ruled out of Wales' Euro 2012 qualifiers against Bulgaria and Switzerland next month.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 14:45:28http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hodgson-priorities-unchanged-890115744.htmlLiverpool manager Roy Hodgson insists he places no more significance on the Europa League now than he did before last week's embarrassing Carling Cup exit.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 14:27:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/vieira-aims-to-make-an-impression-771267802.htmlVeteran midfielder Patrick Vieira intends to push himself to the limit in a bid to win a regular place in the Manchester City side.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 14:27:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mackie-handed-scotland-call-966160739.htmlScotland manager Craig Levein has called up Jamie Mackie for the Euro 2012 qualifying matches against Czech Republic and Spain.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 12:38:09http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/cashstrapped-owls-return-to-court-867740305.htmlSheffield Wednesday chief executive Nick Parker has revealed the cash-strapped League One club have received another winding-up petition, which will be heard on November 17.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 12:27:24http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/fabianski-relishing-blues-test-386044859.htmlLukasz Fabianski claims he is "ready for Chelsea" after answering his critics with a fine display for Arsenal in the heat of Champions League battle against Partizan Belgrade.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 12:00:53http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/fifa-reveal-new-transfer-system-270465302.htmlFIFA chiefs believe clubs will stop "playing chicken" near transfer deadline when their new online system for players comes into force this week.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 11:59:41http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/beckham-concentrates-on-galaxy-495013756.htmlDavid Beckham has admitted it is highly unlikely he will play in Europe again this season.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 11:18:01http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/gold-backs-green-over-gesture-987911094.htmlDavid Gold has defended West Ham goalkeeper Robert Green for the defiant gesture which he aimed towards the press box following the Hammers' 1-0 win over Tottenham on Saturday.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 09:51:54http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bruce-gordon-needs-rest-903882729.htmlSunderland manager Steve Bruce does not want Scotland to pick Craig Gordon for the upcoming Euro 2012 qualifiers against the Czech Republic and Spain.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 09:42:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/injury-setback-for-driver-798176276.htmlHearts winger Andrew Driver will undergo a scan after suffering a thigh injury during the final stages of his recovery from knee surgery.]]>Thu, 30 Sep 2010 09:42:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/new-deals-at-blues-112729039.htmlBirmingham have awarded new improved contracts to first-team coach Andy Watson and goalkeeping coach Dave Watson.]]>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 21:20:49http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/balotelli-to-return-end-of-october-576482523.htmlManchester City manager Roberto Mancini expects Mario Balotelli to return to the squad at the end of next month.]]>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 21:20:49http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ricketts-happy-with-shock-results-852751136.htmlBolton defender Sam Ricketts believes last weekend's shock results breathed new life into the Premier League.]]>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 18:50:59http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hughton-hopeful-over-harper-128649497.htmlNewcastle manager Chris Hughton is convinced goalkeeper Steve Harper will return as good as ever after his lengthy injury lay-off.]]>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 18:28:05http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/barton-has-a-change-of-heart-21637482.htmlTeenage Preston midfielder Adam Barton has withdrawn from the Northern Ireland squad.]]>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 18:05:16http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mccarthy-happy-with-wolves-effort-536661651.htmlMick McCarthy is convinced Wolves will emerge from their mini slump if they maintain the standard of performance seen in their last three games.]]>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 17:59:15http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/nani-on-a-high-288413249.htmlIn-form Manchester United winger Nani has admitted he is more confident now than at any other stage of his career.]]>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 16:09:44http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/dale-continue-flying-start-551329378.htmlNewly-promoted Rochdale continued their impressive start to life in npower League One with a 3-0 win over Huddersfield at Spotland.]]>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 15:50:06http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/roberts-on-target-for-leaders-vale-161773284.htmlGary Roberts scored the only goal of the game as Port Vale won their npower League Two top-of-the-table clash with Shrewsbury.]]>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 15:50:06http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/agbonlahor-a-concern-for-villa-938240343.htmlGabriel Agbonlahor is Aston Villa manager Gerard Houllier's main injury concern ahead of Saturday's Barclays Premier League clash at Tottenham.]]>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 14:53:28http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/preston-claim-impressive-comeback-964385254.htmlJon Parkin struck a hat-trick as lowly Preston completed a remarkable comeback from three goals down to beat Leeds 6-4 in an enthralling npower Championship match at Elland Road.]]>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 14:19:06http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/collins-full-of-praise-for-heskey-227930710.htmlJames Collins has hailed Aston Villa striker Emile Heskey as "a players' player" who has not received the credit he deserves during his career.]]>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 13:53:41http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/terry-content-with-win-72831754.htmlChelsea captain John Terry admitted the importance of ending their two-match losing run after they made it two wins from two in the Champions League.]]>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 13:52:11http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/knight-sets-scoring-target-43692662.htmlZat Knight is intent on improving his goalscoring record this season.]]>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 09:50:58http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/friendlies-arranged-to-help-johnson-667266624.htmlFulham have organised a series of friendlies behind closed doors to help striker Andy Johnson get back to full fitness following his eight-month injury lay-off.]]>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 08:29:58http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/rooney-out-for-up-to-three-weeks-482864315.htmlWayne Rooney will miss up to three weeks of action for club and country, Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has confirmed.]]>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 07:31:44http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/kidd-backs-citys-england-stars-719854056.htmlManchester City are preparing to give England a helping hand ahead of their Euro 2012 qualifier with Montenegro on October 12 - but assistant manager Brian Kidd believes the euphoria of winning a trophy would far outweigh the pride at being such a substantial part of the Three Lions.]]>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 07:31:44http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/barton-called-up-for-qualifiers-381809696.htmlPromising Preston midfielder Adam Barton has been drafted into the Northern Ireland senior squad for the first time.]]>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 23:14:16http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/attwell-not-dropped-971687576.htmlThe Premier League have insisted that referee Stuart Attwell has not been dropped for this weekend's top-flight programme following Saturday's controversial match at Anfield.]]>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 23:01:31http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/fa-charge-holloway-685340806.htmlBlackpool manager Ian Holloway has been charged with improper conduct by the Football Association after confronting referee Mike Dean in the tunnel following the 2-1 loss to Blackburn on Saturday.]]>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 22:05:09http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/nolan-seeks-success-at-city-315214200.htmlKevin Nolan is determined to make big-spending Manchester City pay for Newcastle's bout of homesickness.]]>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 20:15:59http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ferguson-settles-for-quiet-life-181067302.htmlBarry Ferguson rejected a Scotland return amid concerns over sparking a media circus and losing his first-team place under Birmingham manager Alex McLeish, his brother Derek has revealed.]]>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 19:01:52http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/faw-boss-job-not-advertised-214552923.htmlThe Football Association of Wales have confirmed they have not yet advertised the position of national team manager.]]>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 16:51:31http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/deschamps-claims-liverpool-interest-452588840.htmlMarseille boss Didier Deschamps has revealed Liverpool approached him about replacing Rafael Benitez at Anfield in the summer.]]>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 13:53:16http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/vidic-frustrated-by-errors-499452247.htmlNemanja Vidic has told his Manchester United team-mates to cut out the defensive lapses that are wrecking their Premier League title campaign.]]>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 12:21:16http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ancelotti-confirms-lampard-absence-934594071.htmlChelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that England midfielder Frank Lampard will miss Tuesday's Champions League clash against Marseille at Stamford Bridge and England's next Euro 2012 qualifier.]]>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 11:53:40http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/gazza-appointment-not-yet-finalised-767567121.htmlPaul Gascoigne's appointment as manager of Garforth Town is not yet a done deal.]]>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 11:12:49http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/green-escapes-fa-censure-224002912.htmlThe Football Association will not take any action against West Ham goalkeeper Robert Green for his gesture at the final whistle of Saturday's 1-0 victory over Tottenham.]]>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 11:12:49http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/lampard-to-remain-sidelined-400336852.htmlMidfielder Frank Lampard will miss Chelsea's Champions League clash with Marseille at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday as well as England's European Championship clash with Montenegro.]]>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 07:37:18http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/van-gaal-extends-bayern-deal-890618270.htmlBayern Munich coach Louis van Gaal has extended his contract to stay with the club until 2012.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 18:05:05http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ferguson-decides-against-return-282521872.htmlBarry Ferguson has decided against a return to the Scotland fold for the Euro 2012 qualifiers against the Czech Republic and Spain.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 18:04:21http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mcleish-wants-larsson-to-stay-764583591.htmlAlex McLeish insists Birmingham will keep trying to "entice" in-form winger Sebastian Larsson to sign a new contract.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 17:32:25http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/i-need-to-stay-patient-boyata-718332300.htmlDedryck Boyata is in no hurry to gatecrash the Manchester City first team on a regular basis.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 17:02:23http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/kuyt-dismisses-talk-of-torres-exit-976131592.htmlLiverpool forward Dirk Kuyt has dismissed speculation about Fernando Torres' state of mind and insisted the striker has an important role to play even if he is not scoring.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 16:57:22http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/robins-secure-caulker-454128056.htmlBristol City have secured the services of Tottenham defender Steven Caulker on loan until the end of the season.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 16:13:05http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/smith-pleased-with-superb-fightback-924747650.htmlRangers manager Walter Smith insisted he took no extra satisfaction from finally winning at Pittodrie for the first time since he returned to Ibrox three years ago.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 13:50:54http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/kenwynewin-situation-for-pulis-500650685.htmlStoke boss Tony Pulis hailed "unplayable" striker Kenwyne Jones after seeing him inspire his side to a fightback 2-1 victory at Newcastle.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 13:50:54http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/jelavic-hopes-miller-stays-at-gers-64661680.htmlRangers striker Nikica Jelavic hopes in-form team-mate Kenny Miller commits his long-term future to the club.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 13:50:54http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/guedioura-blow-for-wolves-559743081.htmlWolves midfielder Adlene Guedioura could be out for up to six months after fracturing his tibia in Sunday's Barclays Premier League defeat to Aston Villa.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 13:50:54http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/almunia-to-miss-gunners-clash-341046726.htmlLukasz Fabianski will start in goal for Arsenal in their Champions League encounter at Partizan Belgrade on Tuesday night after Manuel Almunia was ruled out with an elbow injury.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 13:50:54http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/boateng-could-start-euro-tie-36459194.htmlRoberto Mancini is debating whether to hand Jerome Boateng his first Manchester City start in Thursday's Europa League tie with Juventus at Eastlands.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 13:28:24http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/rooneys-a-class-act-coyle-13530087.htmlBolton boss Owen Coyle has jumped to the defence of Wayne Rooney.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 13:19:16http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/heskey-repays-houllier-faith-418675633.htmlGerard Houllier has revealed his faith in Aston Villa match-winner Emile Heskey and urged the striker to "keep believing in himself".]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 12:54:24http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/holtby-wont-play-for-england-45469347.htmlMainz midfielder Lewis Holtby will turn down the opportunity to play for England and instead wait for a call-up to the Germany squad.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 11:48:24http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/graham-gunners-must-play-for-keeps-946144222.htmlArsenal will not win the Premier League again until Arsene Wenger replaces goalkeeper Manuel Almunia, according to former boss George Graham.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 11:31:07http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ref-chiefs-attwell-made-good-call-875895404.htmlStuart Attwell was right to award Liverpool their controversial opening goal in today's 2-2 draw against Sunderland, refereeing chiefs said tonight.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 09:39:37http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/holloway-warning-for-liverpool-316544011.htmlIan Holloway has warned Liverpool his Blackpool side will be gunning for them next week.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 09:18:51http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/phelan-hopeful-over-rooney-851430704.htmlManchester United assistant boss Mike Phelan has confirmed that Wayne Rooney should be fit for Wednesday's Champions League trip to Valencia.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 09:07:35http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/gascoigne-appointed-garforth-boss-558297904.htmlPaul Gascoigne has been appointed the new manger of non-league club Garforth Town.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 08:52:01http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/jones-breathing-easier-after-win-980310120.htmlKenwyne Jones has called on Stoke to make life easier for themselves after once again being forced to battle back from a goal down to win in the Barclays Premier League.]]>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 07:12:09http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bolton-duo-disappointed-with-point-281616095.htmlBolton goalscorers Zat Knight and Martin Petrov were disappointed to be held to a 2-2 draw with Manchester United.]]>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 20:32:07http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ancelotti-expects-city-challenge-105799102.htmlChelsea 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.]]>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 16:01:10http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hodgson-calls-for-patience-686229562.htmlLiverpool manager Roy Hodgson once again called for patience as he waits for things to click into place at Anfield.]]>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 16:01:10http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/wenger-wont-blame-almunia-56538413.htmlArsenal manager Arsene Wenger refused to criticise goalkeeper Manuel Almunia following their shock 3-2 home defeat by West Brom.]]>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 16:01:09http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/boyata-surprised-by-city-callup-441767340.htmlWhen Dedryck Boyata first looked at the Manchester City team list for Saturday's clash with Chelsea, he thought he was not in it.]]>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 16:01:09http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mcleish-pleads-for-patience-763401425.htmlAlex McLeish has called for patience to allow his summer signings time to adjust to the Barclays Premier League and Birmingham's style of play.]]>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 15:21:26http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mancini-still-tips-chelsea-719999383.htmlRoberto Mancini is still tipping Chelsea to win the Premier League despite his Manchester City side ending the champions' 100% start to the season at Eastlands.]]>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 14:06:12http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bruce-unhappy-with-attwell-display-242939210.htmlSunderland manager Steve Bruce tempered his criticism of referee Stuart Attwell after he awarded a "crazy" goal to Liverpool in the 2-2 draw at Anfield.]]>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 13:55:54http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/richards-fires-vale-to-the-top-887834311.htmlMarc Richards grabbed his sixth goal of the season as Port Vale beat Accrington Stanley 2-0 to go two points clear at the npower League Two table.]]>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 13:50:39http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/di-santo-faces-anxious-wait-546025200.htmlWigan manager Roberto Martinez condemned Birmingham midfielder Craig Gardner's foul on Franco Di Santo and raised fears the Latics striker may have suffered ankle ligament damage.]]>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 13:40:06http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/sandaza-fires-brighton-top-908530355.htmlFrancisco Sandaza's injury-time winner fired Brighton to the summit of the npower League One table with a 2-1 win at home to Oldham.]]>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 13:30:08http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/brown-repays-lennon-faith-602277254.htmlNeil Lennon had every reason to feel vindicated in his backing of Scott Brown after the Celtic skipper returned from injury to fire the Hoops to the top of the Clydesdale Bank Premier League with a 2-1 home win over Hibernian.]]>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 13:27:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/rangers-march-on-734041659.htmlQPR hit three second-half goals to maintain their six-point lead at the top of the npower Championship.]]>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 11:07:26http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/man-city-v-chelsea-player-ratings-12448092.htmlMANCHESTER CITY]]>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 11:03:28http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hoops-hold-off-hibs-to-go-top-189719662.htmlCeltic moved three points clear of Rangers at the top of the Clydesdale Bank Premier League with a 2-1 home win over Hibernian that should have been more comfortable.]]>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 09:14:35http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/holloway-hits-out-58622879.htmlBlackpool manager Ian Holloway fears he could be in disciplinary trouble for railing at referee Mike Dean after his side's last-gasp loss to Blackburn.]]>Sun, 26 Sep 2010 08:18:00http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/de-jong-clean-sheet-vital-810222613.htmlManchester City midfielder Nigel De Jong hailed a strong defensive display as Roberto Mancini's men claimed a 1-0 win over Chelsea at Eastlands on Saturday afternoon.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 19:33:36http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/green-defiant-after-quality-display-92074257.htmlWest Ham manager Avram Grant insisted goalkeeper Robert Green had silenced his critics after seeing his side record their first league win of the season with a 1-0 victory over Tottenham in an entertaining London derby.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 18:52:33http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/wenger-bemused-by-poor-performance-219244504.htmlWest Brom boss Roberto Di Matteo was full of praise for his battling Baggies after they won at Arsenal for the first time in 27 years.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 18:52:33http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/moyes-unfazed-by-toffees-woes-239940548.htmlDavid Moyes remained stoical after Everton sank to the foot of the Barclays Premier League following Saturday's goalless draw with Fulham.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 18:52:33http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/coyle-thrilled-with-elmander-form-670906297.htmlBolton boss Owen Coyle is convinced Johan Elmander has "turned the corner" in his battle to make it in the Premier League.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 18:40:37http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/fletcher-we-need-to-concentrate-691602341.htmlDarren Fletcher has urged his Manchester United team-mates to cut out the lapses of concentration that are wrecking their bid for Premier League glory.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 18:40:37http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/houllier-backed-to-succeed-at-villa-712298385.htmlGerard Houllier has been backed to bring the glory days back to Aston Villa by the man who served as his personal strategic advisor for four years during his spell in charge of Liverpool.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 18:40:37http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/newcastle-take-on-arsenal-923843743.htmlChelsea's conquerors Newcastle were drawn at home to Arsenal in the fourth round of the Carling Cup.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 18:22:14http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/houllier-hopes-young-will-commit-707644607.htmlGerard Houllier is optimistic Aston Villa winger Ashley Young will sign a new contract after putting pen to paper on his own three-year deal with the midlands club.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 13:27:44http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hughton-happy-with-hatem-979166144.htmlNewcastle boss Chris Hughton is happy to let Hatem Ben Arfa's feet do the talking after seeing him launch his career in English football in style.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 13:27:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/khumalos-coming-redknapp-782261991.htmlTottenham manager Harry Redknapp has revealed that a deal to bring South Africa defender Bongani Khumalo to White Hart Lane is almost complete.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 13:27:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/holloway-seeks-home-comforts-675424574.htmlBlackpool boss Ian Holloway is happy to be back at home after learning some harsh lessons on his travels.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 13:27:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/berbatov-learning-from-ferguson-415512514.htmlDimitar Berbatov has revealed he makes notes about Sir Alex Ferguson's management techniques just in case he decides to be a boss one day.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 13:27:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/tevez-revelling-in-captaincy-role-570456430.htmlCarlos Tevez believes being made captain of Manchester City has made him a better player.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 13:27:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mccarthy-were-no-fools-516229578.htmlWolves 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.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 13:19:07http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/selection-headache-for-pulis-341740883.htmlStoke manager Tony Pulis admits his players have given him a number of selection posers ahead of Sunday's match at Newcastle.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 13:19:07http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/smith-lafferty-is-learning-766700234.htmlWalter Smith believes Kyle Lafferty is finally beginning to settle at Rangers after the forward vowed to change for the better.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 13:19:07http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/squillaci-the-best-is-yet-to-come-795017533.htmlSebastien Squillaci admits he may be an old man in the Arsenal dressing room, but the veteran French defender maintains his best is yet to come.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 10:45:12http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hodgson-accepts-fans-frustration-60901380.htmlA 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.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 10:13:07http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/coyle-united-game-will-a-yardstick-184586190.htmlOwen Coyle intends to use Sunday's clash with Manchester United to work out how far Bolton have progressed during his time in charge.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 10:13:07http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/grant-relaxed-over-greens-form-799461580.htmlAvram Grant is confident that goalkeeper Robert Green will put his poor form behind him to play a key part in West Ham's battle for survival.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 09:41:17http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mcleish-eyes-landmark-run-718680736.htmlBirmingham manager Alex McLeish has challenged his side to make history by avoiding defeat against Wigan in Saturday's Barclays Premier League clash at St Andrew's.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 08:28:33http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/houllier-signs-villa-deal-675207032.htmlAston Villa manager Gerard Houllier has finally put pen to paper on a three-year contract.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 08:03:23http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/moyes-surprised-by-slow-start-146427638.htmlEverton manager David Moyes is shocked by his side's poor start to the season but has no doubts about his players' determination to put it right.]]>Sat, 25 Sep 2010 08:03:23http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/allardyce-hails-holloway-success-23978434.htmlBlackpool manager Ian Holloway's success with the Seasiders deserves to be ranked alongside any of the achievements of Sir Alex Ferguson or Jose Mourinho, according to Blackburn boss Sam Allardyce.]]>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 23:48:51http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/redknapp-give-grant-a-chance-335901315.htmlTottenham boss Harry Redknapp has urged West Ham to stand by under-fire manager Avram Grant.]]>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 20:29:21http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/heskey-can-play-key-role-houllier-161322337.htmlGerard Houllier believes Aston Villa will reap the benefits of Emile Heskey's decision to quit international football with England.]]>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 17:45:39http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hodgson-looking-for-response-876585049.htmlLiverpool 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.]]>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 17:45:38http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mignolet-keen-to-end-anfield-run-64125069.htmlGoalkeeper Simon Mignolet is confident Sunderland can end their miserable run at Anfield as they attempt to pile the pressure on Liverpool.]]>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 16:49:39http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/chelsea-will-retain-title-mancini-398610711.htmlRoberto Mancini has already conceded the Premier League title to Chelsea.]]>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 16:33:57http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/baraclough-names-scunthorpe-boss-671785819.htmlScunthorpe have confirmed Ian Baraclough as their new manager.]]>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 16:03:59http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/well-ride-it-out-hodgson-93345828.htmlLiverpool manager Roy Hodgson has insisted the club will "live through a bad moment" as he seeks to lift morale after their embarrassing Carling Cup exit.]]>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 14:16:12http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/dembele-sidelined-by-late-tackle-755236845.htmlFulham striker Moussa Dembele will be out for only two to three weeks, manager Mark Hughes confirmed on Friday morning.]]>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 13:56:27http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/arsenal-post-impressive-figures-62941597.htmlArsenal have announced record pre-tax profits of £56million and that they have paid off all the debt on their Highbury Square development.]]>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 13:56:27http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/fergusons-fears-for-rooney-247257928.htmlManchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson says Wayne Rooney's performances are suffering because the striker is struggling to deal with the attention he is receiving from the media.]]>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 13:47:30http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/heskey-backs-houllier-for-success-909148945.htmlEmile Heskey is backing Gerard Houllier to repeat the success he experienced at Liverpool during his reign as Aston Villa manager.]]>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 13:12:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/owen-looks-for-more-game-time-79261424.htmlMichael Owen is hoping to figure more often for Manchester United as the heavy schedule takes its toll.]]>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 13:12:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hodgson-seeks-therapy-from-big-guns-99957468.htmlLiverpool manager Roy Hodgson will hope to gain some encouragement from his first-team stars when they return to action in the Barclays Premier League against Sunderland on Saturday.]]>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 13:12:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/wengers-grounds-for-optimism-120653512.htmlArsene Wenger believes it would be too easy to blame Arsenal's move to Emirates Stadium for a lack of trophies in the past five seasons - and maintains his young Gunners have not stood still since leaving Highbury.]]>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 13:01:33http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/lampard-absence-continues-587359789.htmlChelsea will be without midfielder Frank Lampard against Manchester City on Saturday.]]>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 13:01:33http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hargreaves-making-good-progress-884213091.htmlSir Alex Ferguson has revealed Owen Hargreaves is close to a Manchester United comeback.]]>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 12:51:56http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/tykes-capture-wood-861944819.htmlBarnsley have completed the loan signing of New Zealand's teenage international Chris Wood from West Brom.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 19:48:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ipswich-land-loanee-livermore-803140977.htmlIpswich have completed the signing of Tottenham youngster Jake Livermore on loan until January.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 19:48:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/wenger-defends-tackling-stance-241616865.htmlArsene Wenger is surprised by the criticism he has received from Blackburn manager Sam Allardyce and Stoke boss Tony Pulis, but vowed to continue speaking out against over-the-top tackles.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 19:48:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/baptiste-suffers-injury-blow-542966440.htmlBlackpool defender Alex Baptiste faces a spell on the sidelines after suffering a recurrence of an old knee injury.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 19:48:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bramble-to-play-on-659779450.htmlSunderland defender Titus Bramble is in line to return to action on the pitch after being bailed by police investigating an allegation of rape.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 19:48:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/martinez-praises-nzogbia-138219373.htmlWigan manager Roberto Martinez feels Charles N'Zogbia has won his team-mates over after almost walking out on them last month.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 19:48:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/gerrard-hopes-for-senior-boost-425250933.htmlLiverpool captain Steven Gerrard has called on senior players to lift the cloud over the club.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 19:48:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/owen-confident-of-playing-time-523837216.htmlMichael Owen expects to be given plenty of chances to impress for Manchester United over the forthcoming months after opening his account for the season with two goals in the Carling Cup at Scunthorpe.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 19:48:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/holloway-plays-down-discussion-124773309.htmlBlackpool manager Ian Holloway claims reports of a dressing-room bust-up during last week's thrashing at Chelsea are exaggerated.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 19:48:43http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/harper-facing-long-absence-500872278.htmlNewcastle revealed tonight they expect Steve Harper to be out of action for around 12 weeks after undergoing shoulder surgery.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 19:48:00http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mccartney-joins-leeds-732817408.htmlSunderland defender George McCartney has joined Championship side Leeds on loan.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 17:59:37http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mikel-fires-warning-to-defences-797632980.htmlChelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel fears for defenders in the Barclays Premier League as the Blues prepare to restore normal service against Manchester City on Saturday.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 17:29:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bruce-backing-for-bramble-8191501.htmlSunderland manager Steve Bruce has given his backing to defender Titus Bramble after he was questioned by police over an allegation of rape.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 17:15:36http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/jefferies-back-hib-boss-hughes-833891064.htmlHearts manager Jim Jefferies has thrown his support behind embattled Hibernian boss John Hughes.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 16:44:27http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/agbonlahor-a-doubt-for-wolves-clash-350831489.htmlAston Villa striker Gabriel Agbonlahor is battling to be fit for Sunday's derby clash with Wolves at Molineux.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 16:10:51http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/fans-splitting-season-ticket-costs-749588179.htmlOne in eight Manchester United fans are planning on sharing the use and cost of their season ticket this season, according to new research.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 15:53:50http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/fabregas-eyeing-chelsea-clash-183733203.htmlArsene Wenger is cautiously optimistic Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas could be fit to play against Barclays Premier League leaders Chelsea next weekend.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 15:51:07http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/thomas-concern-for-latics-856835302.htmlWigan midfielder Hendry Thomas will have an X-ray on Thursday after limping out of Wednesday night's Carling Cup win over Preston.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 15:51:07http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/samaras-eyes-regular-start-504049444.htmlGeorgios Samaras grabbed a hat-trick in the 6-0 thrashing of Inverness at Celtic Park on Wednesday night then claimed he is ready to battle for a place in the team.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 15:48:49http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bramble-bailed-over-rape-claim-824158389.htmlSunderland defender Titus Bramble and his brother were bailed on Wednesday night after being arrested on suspicion of rape, police said.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 15:23:54http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/jovanovic-stunned-by-cup-exit-424534426.htmlLiverpool forward Milan Jovanovic has branded the Carling Cup exit to League Two Northampton as a "catastrophe".]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 15:22:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/trio-injured-as-chelsea-suffer-ko-132443731.htmlChelsea coach Carlo Ancelotti was more concerned with injuries to Gael Kakuta, Yossi Benayoun and Salomon Kalou than he was by their Carling Cup exit to Newcastle at Stamford Bridge.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 13:27:34http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hodgson-apologises-for-cup-exit-143312139.htmlAn apologetic Liverpool manager Roy Hodgson has admitted their Carling Cup exit to Northampton is another setback in an up-and-down season so far.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 12:58:45http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/club-will-support-bramble-quinn-299415457.htmlSunderland chairman Niall Quinn has pledged the club's full support to Titus Bramble after the defender was arrested on suspicion of rape on Wednesday.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 12:47:08http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/phelan-defends-absent-fergie-172473561.htmlStand-in Manchester United boss Mike Phelan insisted Sir Alex Ferguson's absence from Wednesday night's Carling Cup victory over Scunthorpe was not disrespectful to the competition.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 12:32:48http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/no-regrets-from-mancini-386492913.htmlRoberto Mancini insisted he has no regrets despite seeing an under-strength Manchester City bow out of the Carling Cup at West Brom.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 12:27:12http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mcghee-praises-vernon-226574906.htmlAberdeen boss Mark McGhee is full of praise for summer signing Scott Vernon and his recent goalscoring form.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 12:03:57http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/houllier-salutes-heskey-280374811.htmlGerard Houllier saluted the performance of striker Emile Heskey after he helped him make a winning start to his reign as Aston Villa manager.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 10:25:37http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/rallying-call-from-hughes-693281183.htmlHibernian manager John Hughes called for his players to stick together after their 3-1 Co-operative Insurance Cup defeat at Kilmarnock was followed by a heated dressing-room inquest.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 10:25:37http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/houston-not-surprised-by-tough-game-251691980.htmlDundee United manager Peter Houston was not surprised his team had to battle to reach the quarter-finals of the Co-operative Insurance Cup following a narrow 2-1 win at Ross County after extra-time.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 09:44:50http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/martinez-lauds-nzogbia-638102834.htmlCharles N'Zogbia proved the difference as Wigan staged a late fightback to reach the Carling Cup fourth round at plucky Preston's expense.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 09:35:18http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/rangers-reduce-overall-debt-55489501.htmlRangers have announced a £3.7million reduction in bank debt and a total debt of £27.1million following their Clydesdale Bank Premier League win and subsequent participation in the group stages of the Champions League, in financial results published on Wednesday.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 09:35:18http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/rangers-closing-on-new-miller-deal-869087974.htmlRangers manager Walter Smith has lauded the contribution of Kenny Miller and revealed the Clydesdale Bank Premier League champions are close to agreeing a contract extension with the striker.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 09:35:18http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mccarthy-not-happy-despite-cup-win-874947884.htmlWolves boss Mick McCarthy was disappointed with the performance of his fringe players despite booking a place in the last 16 of the Carling Cup at Notts County's expense.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 08:01:45http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/wolves-fury-at-coach-attack-832709180.htmlWolves have pledged to ban any supporter found guilty of being involved in the attack on coaches carrying Notts County fans after Tuesday night's Carling Cup tie at Molineux.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 07:47:46http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/rosicky-gunning-for-glory-883863225.htmlTomas Rosicky maintains Arsenal are deadly serious about landing the Carling Cup this season as they aim to end a six-year wait for silverware.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 07:03:39http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/good-health-the-key-for-wenger-181412543.htmlArsenal manager Arsene Wenger maintains he will continue to work in the game as long as his health allows.]]>Thu, 23 Sep 2010 07:03:39http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/purslow-still-hopeful-of-buyout-382957255.htmlLiverpool managing director Christian Purslow remains hopeful the club can be sold sooner rather than later with a number of interested parties currently looking at the club's accounts.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 23:04:35http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/good-news-for-gibbs-583013314.htmlArsenal have confirmed England defender Kieran Gibbs suffered only a minor foot injury during the 4-1 Carling Cup victory at Tottenham on Tuesday night, and is set to be out of action for only the "short term".]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 23:04:35http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/liverpool-suffer-shock-defeat-974444175.htmlLiverpool blew one of their best chances of winning a trophy this season after suffering an embarrassing penalty shoot-out Carling Cup defeat against League Two side Northampton at Anfield.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 23:03:50http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bramble-arrest-over-rape-allegation-989202841.htmlSunderland defender Titus Bramble was arrested on suspicion of rape on Wednesday.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 20:51:08http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/administration-not-a-threat-to-reds-802471853.htmlLiverpool managing director Christian Purslow has dismissed fears the club will go bust should the current ownership issues not be successfully resolved.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 18:33:31http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/cup-win-tempered-by-gibbs-injury-747283258.htmlArsene Wenger feels the 4-1 victory at Tottenham proves Arsenal have every intention of going all the way in the Carling Cup this season, but admits concern over a metatarsal injury to England defender Kieran Gibbs.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 18:33:31http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/grant-impressed-by-hammers-duo-42989201.htmlWest Ham boss Avram Grant paid tribute to strikers Frederic Piquionne and Victor Obinna after seeing them dump Sunderland out of the Carling Cup with a 2-1 victory.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 17:08:32http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/houllier-still-to-sign-contract-919231184.htmlNew Aston Villa manager Gerard Houllier has still to sign his three-year contract with the midlands club.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 16:23:34http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/moyes-fumes-over-bottle-incident-891248275.htmlBrentford'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. ]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 15:35:18http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/laws-tells-fans-to-lay-off-coyle-834366864.htmlBurnley manager Brian Laws believes it is time for Clarets fans to end their hostility towards former boss Owen Coyle.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 15:01:15http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ancelotti-puts-faith-in-youth-657637411.htmlChelsea coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed he will include four of the club's talented youngsters against Newcastle in Wednesday night's Carling Cup third round tie at Stamford Bridge.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 14:50:14http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/kuszczak-ponders-future-979639596.htmlTomasz Kuszczak has admitted he will be forced to look for a Manchester United exit route if he does not play often enough.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 13:59:51http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mexico-ban-vela-and-juarez-75324330.htmlMexico duo Carlos Vela and Efrain Juarez have been handed six-month bans by their national federation and 11 other players fined for allegedly throwing a party at a team hotel following a friendly against Colombia earlier this month.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 12:58:37http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/kemp-defends-wilkinson-over-tackle-792974776.htmlAndy Wilkinson's tackle on Moussa Dembele at the end of Stoke's Carling Cup victory over Fulham was unnecessary but without malice, according to Potters assistant manager Dave Kemp.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 12:42:26http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hughes-hoping-for-cup-respite-273123255.htmlManager John Hughes has high hopes for Hibernian and is hoping the Co-operative Insurance Cup can provide solace for his players.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 11:54:49http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/lafferty-bags-cup-hattrick-511672777.htmlKyle Lafferty claimed a hat-trick for Rangers as they began their defence of the Co-operative Insurance Cup with a comprehensive 7-2 victory over Dunfermline.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 10:09:44http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ferguson-cup-exposure-a-good-test-765538661.htmlSir Alex Ferguson is convinced his youngsters will benefit from Wednesday night's Carling Cup exposure at Scunthorpe - even if Manchester United end up on the wrong end of a shock.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 08:51:30http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/agger-no-rift-with-hodgson-695592590.htmlLiverpool defender Daniel Agger insists he has no issues with manager Roy Hodgson's tactics and will continue to fight for his place in the team.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 08:10:20http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mancini-given-will-not-go-cheaply-797721122.htmlManchester City boss Roberto Mancini has warned any potential suitors they will not get Shay Given on the cheap.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 08:10:19http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/kuyt-could-make-swift-reds-return-402964738.htmlLiverpool forward Dirk Kuyt is on course to return sooner than expected from a shoulder injury.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 07:22:08http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/allardyce-plays-down-comments-496310058.htmlBlackburn boss Sam Allardyce says his comments about winning titles every year with Real Madrid or Manchester United were "tongue-in-cheek."]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 07:22:08http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hughton-excited-by-blues-challenge-78500441.htmlChris Hughton has told his Newcastle players they should relish their Carling Cup third-round trip to free-scoring Chelsea.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 06:59:35http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/scholes-we-want-to-win-every-game-678491094.htmlPaul Scholes has given the Carling Cup an unqualified thumbs-up, even though it could be one of the reasons why England perform so badly at major tournaments.]]>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 06:59:35http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bees-taste-sweet-toffees-success-704140322.htmlRichard Lee wrote himself into Brentford folklore by saving the spot kick which knocked Everton out of a cracking Carling Cup tie which ended 4-3 in penalties at Griffin Park.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 22:58:44http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mancini-empathy-for-unhappy-stars-99196485.htmlRoberto Mancini believes it would be "crazy" if he did not have a dressing room full of unhappy players.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 22:58:44http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/fabregas-out-for-three-weeks-411138521.htmlArsenal captain Cesc Fabregas has been ruled out for up to three weeks with a hamstring problem and looks set to miss the showdown with Barclays Premier League leaders Chelsea on October 3.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 22:07:51http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/meireles-relishing-gerrard-link-up-25082995.htmlNew Liverpool signing Raul Meireles is looking forward to forming a fruitful partnership with captain Steven Gerrard, a player he rates as one of the top three midfielders in Europe.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 17:17:45http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/wenger-fined-and-banned-963016335.htmlArsenal manager Arsene Wenger has accepted a charge of improper conduct and an £8,000 fine by the Football Association following his actions at the end of the Barclays Premier League match with Sunderland on Saturday.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 17:00:32http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/kovac-looks-to-retain-place-445060770.htmlCzech midfielder Radoslav Kovac is hoping to retain his place in the side for the Carling Cup third round trip to Sunderland.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 16:16:50http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/redknapp-sees-socrates-in-sandro-270572074.htmlHarry Redknapp is set to unveil a Brazilian who reminds him of the legendary Socrates against Arsenal in the Carling Cup on Tuesday.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 16:04:21http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/agger-frustrated-by-hodgson-tactics-421941369.htmlDefender Daniel Agger is ready to gamble with his Liverpool future after becoming frustrated by new manager Roy Hodgson's approach to the game.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 16:04:21http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/neville-set-to-return-75655795.htmlPhil Neville could return as Everton look to kickstart their season with a Carling Cup victory at Brentford on Tuesday night.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 16:01:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/we-can-win-cup-walters-760079027.htmlJon Walters believes Stoke have a strong enough squad to win the Carling Cup.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 15:44:31http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mccarthy-wants-subdued-hughes-259972126.htmlMick McCarthy hopes Notts County striker Lee Hughes will not be inspired by the verbal abuse he expects him to receive from the Wolves fans in tonight's Carling Cup clash at Molineux.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 12:02:04http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bent-likely-to-miss-hammers-clash-70037541.htmlSunderland boss Steve Bruce is tempted to wrap star striker Darren Bent in cotton wool as he looks to prosper on two fronts.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 12:02:04http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hughes-believes-in-murphy-895548845.htmlMark Hughes believes Danny Murphy can continue delivering for Fulham despite his advancing years.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 11:41:04http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/topsix-spot-unrealistic-mcleish-916244889.htmlAlex McLeish believes it is "nigh on impossible" for Birmingham to become an established top-six club in the Barclays Premier League.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 11:03:17http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/coyle-tips-clarets-for-promotion-936940933.htmlBolton boss Owen Coyle expects to follow up his return to Turf Moor on Tuesday with another trip to the stadium next season - to take on Burnley in the Barclays Premier League.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 09:33:20http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/wenger-charged-by-fa-180558053.htmlArsenal manager Arsene Wenger has been charged with improper conduct by the Football Association following his actions at the end of the Barclays Premier League match with Sunderland on Saturday.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 07:41:55http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/everton-rally-round-fellaini-281165234.htmlEverton have defended Marouane Fellaini following criticism of the midfielder's use of the elbow.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 07:41:55http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/wenger-has-faith-in-fabianski-849657443.htmlArsenal manager Arsene Wenger has called on Lukasz Fabianski to repay his faith and prove he is a "world-class goalkeeper" by helping dump north London rivals Tottenham out of the Carling Cup on Tuesday night.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 07:41:55http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/murphy-sets-sights-on-silverware-43916388.htmlStriker Daryl Murphy is determined that Celtic succeed in bringing silverware to Parkhead this season.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 07:33:39http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/alexander-to-focus-on-rangers-347002378.htmlNeil Alexander hopes to put pen to paper on a new deal with Rangers within the next 10 days - even though he knows he could jeopardise any hope of resurrecting his Scotland career as a result.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 07:16:54http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/allardyce-keeps-close-eye-on-jones-129510077.htmlBlackburn boss Sam Allardyce will ensure England Under-21 defender Phil Jones does not lose focus from all the attention he is getting.]]>Tue, 21 Sep 2010 07:16:54http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/round-backs-moyes-to-get-it-right-118641668.htmlDavid Moyes is leaving "no stone unturned" in his quest to turn around Everton's poor start to the season.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 20:24:01http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/fabregas-optimistic-about-injury-424660152.htmlArsenal captain Cesc Fabregas expects to be back in action in two weeks, according to his Twitter account.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 20:24:01http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/quartet-return-for-republic-219925055.htmlFour players who missed the Republic of Ireland's last two Euro 2012 qualifiers have been included in a 26-man provisional squad ahead of the games against Russia and Slovakia.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 20:24:01http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/shay-return-not-a-given-hughton-132641566.htmlNewcastle boss Chris Hughton has dismissed speculation that keeper Shay Given could make an emotional return to St James' Park as cover for the injured Steve Harper.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 20:24:01http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/smith-hopeful-over-kerkar-deal-86737675.htmlRangers hope to complete the signing of French-Algerian winger Salim Kerkar this week.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 20:23:15http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/coventry-sign-king-482623852.htmlMarlon King has made his return to professional football after finally completing his protracted move to Coventry, penning a deal until the end of the season.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 20:22:18http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/gunners-assessing-fabregas-injury-15917574.htmlArsene Wenger maintains it is too soon to speculate how long Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas will be sidelined by a hamstring problem.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 19:39:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/united-must-avoid-accidents-evra-169710226.htmlPatrice Evra fears Manchester United are going to give themselves a heart attack with their wasteful ways. ]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 18:03:44http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/malouda-we-fear-nobody-831601243.htmlChelsea winger Florent Malouda insists the Blues are ready to confound their critics by stretching their lead at the top of the Barclays Premier League.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 18:03:44http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/gerrard-we-deserved-more-21737956.htmlCaptain Steven Gerrard felt Liverpool deserved more from Sunday's 3-2 defeat at Manchester United after his two goals dragged them back into the game.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 17:34:49http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/almunia-laments-misfiring-gunners-940037007.htmlManuel Almunia feels Arsenal must develop a "killer instinct" in front of goal if they are to sustain a genuine title challenge this season.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 17:34:49http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/coyle-reveals-clarets-bond-886371192.htmlBolton boss Owen Coyle claims he would never have left Burnley last season if his decision had been governed purely by emotion.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 16:58:12http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/jones-keen-to-stay-at-wolves-409242000.htmlMidfielder David Jones insists he wants to stay with Wolves despite his long term future still being unresolved.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 16:22:29http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/di-matteo-has-faith-in-dorrans-234753304.htmlWest Brom boss Roberto Di Matteo has backed midfielder Graham Dorrans to recapture the outstanding form of last season.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 16:22:29http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/francis-pleased-with-mcleish-deal-731961789.htmlBirmingham legend Trevor Francis believes it is "vitally important" for the midlands club to have secured the services of manager Alex McLeish on a new three-year contract.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 15:00:24http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/gerrard-believes-reds-are-on-the-up-460456928.htmlLiverpool captain Steven Gerrard believes progress is being made under new manager Roy Hodgson.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 15:00:24http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/berbatov-quality-never-in-doubt-481152972.htmlNemanja Vidic insists his Manchester United team-mates have never doubted the quality of Dimitar Berbatov.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 15:00:24http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/dunne-facing-fitness-fight-224925669.htmlAston Villa central defender Richard Dunne is battling to be fit for new manager Gerard Houllier's first official match in charge.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 15:00:24http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ancelotti-ready-for-first-big-test-652064521.htmlCoach Carlo Ancelotti conceded Chelsea's first real test of the season will come at Manchester City next Saturday after his side demolished Blackpool 4-0 at Stamford Bridge.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 14:18:10http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/berbatov-wants-less-complications-1041912.htmlHat-trick hero Dimitar Berbatov has pleaded with his Manchester United team-mates to stop making things so complicated.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 13:09:30http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/carlo-urges-fringe-stars-to-shine-729520375.htmlCarlo Ancelotti is ready to utilise the depth in his Chelsea squad after they went four points clear at the top of the Barclays Premier League with a 4-0 drubbing of Blackpool at Stamford Bridge.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 11:04:22http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/striking-contrasts-at-old-trafford-688320660.htmlThe north-west clash between England's two most successful clubs was decided by a tale of two strikers and highlighted just where Liverpool have to improve if they are to catch up with Manchester United.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 10:32:31http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/kemp-pleased-with-pennant-display-106310725.htmlStoke assistant boss Dave Kemp hailed the performances of Jermaine Pennant and Kenwyne Jones after the new arrivals combined for the Potters' equaliser in the 1-1 draw against West Ham.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 10:32:31http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/malouda-give-us-credit-517299627.htmlTwo-goal hero Florent Malouda helped Chelsea move four points clear at the top of the Barclays Premier League with a 4-0 victory over Blackpool at Stamford Bridge but believes they have yet to receive the plaudits they deserve.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 10:32:31http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/man-united-v-liverpool-classics-462334307.htmlManchester United and Liverpool served up another great game on Sunday, with United winning 3-2 at Old Trafford.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 09:37:45http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ferguson-reveals-liverpool-fears-655166652.htmlSir Alex Ferguson admitted he feared his Manchester United team would not get anything from today's thrilling match against Liverpool at Old Trafford.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 09:37:45http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/berbatov-calm-after-historic-treble-807795434.htmlDimitar Berbatov scored the first Manchester United hat-trick against Liverpool in 64 years - and celebrated with an afternoon at home with his kids.]]>Mon, 20 Sep 2010 08:35:07http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mancini-ready-to-let-given-leave-257257916.htmlManchester City boss Roberto Mancini has told Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Shay Given he can leave the club in January but demanded he remains committed until the transfer window reopens.]]>Sun, 19 Sep 2010 23:00:45http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mancini-hails-captain-tevez-551880914.htmlRoberto Mancini believes his decision to make Carlos Tevez Manchester City captain has breathed new life into the Argentinian forward's game]]>Sun, 19 Sep 2010 23:00:45http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/lennon-pleased-with-celtic-response-66567695.htmlNeil Lennon praised his players for coming from behind for the first time this season in the Clydesdale Bank Premier League to beat Kilmarnock at Rugby Park.]]>Sun, 19 Sep 2010 23:00:45http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/no-break-for-crocked-messi-663137700.htmlBarcelona playmaker Lionel Messi suffered ligament damage to his right ankle but no break after being injured in Sunday night's Primera Division game with Atletico Madrid.]]>Sun, 19 Sep 2010 23:00:05http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/barca-suffer-messi-scare-in-win-106997832.htmlBarcelona put their poor recent record at the Vicente Calderon behind them to end Atletico Madrid's 100% start to the Primera Division season with a 2-1 win - but there was an injury scare for Lionel Messi.]]>Sun, 19 Sep 2010 22:17:53http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bowyer-apologises-for-fan-spat-712185568.htmlBirmingham midfielder Lee Bowyer has made an "unreserved apology" after a verbal spat with a West Brom fan during the derby clash at The Hawthorns.]]>Sun, 19 Sep 2010 20:49:25http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/redknapp-gives-hope-to-hutton-726809654.htmlSun, 19 Sep 2010 18:53:19http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bent-relishing-tough-tests-ahead-347308583.htmlSun, 19 Sep 2010 18:27:47http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/gabby-reluctant-to-endorse-houllier-994544196.htmlSun, 19 Sep 2010 17:58:44http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/weiss-ive-got-to-earn-my-place-867672582.htmlVladimir Weiss admits he was even more determined than usual to make an impact against Dundee United after finding himself on the bench for Rangers in the Champions League.]]>Sun, 19 Sep 2010 17:52:35http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/wengers-injurytime-frustration-381147423.htmlArsenal 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.]]>Sun, 19 Sep 2010 16:43:25http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/smith-happy-to-avoid-euro-hangover-777047750.htmlRangers 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.]]>Sun, 19 Sep 2010 16:32:55http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/qpr-five-points-clear-724468412.htmlJamie 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.]]>Sun, 19 Sep 2010 16:13:36http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ferguson-not-surprise-by-rafa-exit-936576916.htmlSir Alex Ferguson claims Rafael Benitez was fortunate not to lose his job as Liverpool manager before the end of last season.]]>Sun, 19 Sep 2010 14:57:29http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/houllier-meets-villa-players-308073070.htmlNew Aston Villa manager Gerard Houllier introduced himself to the players for the first time following Saturday's 1-1 draw with Bolton.]]>Sun, 19 Sep 2010 13:27:33http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/redknapp-thankful-to-levy-352507253.htmlHarry Redknapp thanked Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy for meddling in his transfer on Saturday affairs after watching Rafael van der Vaart help complete a remarkable late comeback against Wolves.]]>Sun, 19 Sep 2010 13:19:07http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/blues-deserve-their-boos-851377402.htmlEverton manager David Moyes pulled no punches in his assessment of his team's performance against Newcastle at Goodison Park on Saturday, claiming he would have joined the fans in booing their team off the park.]]>Sun, 19 Sep 2010 12:56:23http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/easy-win-for-vale-184357714.htmlShrewsbury and Port Vale kept up their superb starts to the npower League Two season with victories on Saturday to set the pace.]]>Sun, 19 Sep 2010 12:56:23http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/hughes-bemoans-inexperienced-ref-756351706.htmlMark Hughes claimed referee Anthony Taylor was too inexperienced to handle Fulham's 1-1 draw at Blackburn after the official allowed a controversial goal for the home side.]]>Sun, 19 Sep 2010 12:56:23http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mcleish-takes-no-risks-with-bowyer-720921975.htmlBirmingham boss Alex McLeish admitted he substituted midfielder Lee Bowyer to avoid the risk of him being sent off as his side crashed 3-1 at West Brom.]]>Sun, 19 Sep 2010 09:28:05http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/terriers-go-top-with-comeback-win-976950774.htmlHuddersfield overturned an early two-goal deficit to beat Yeovil 4-2 and move top of npower League One.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 20:20:58http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/parker-hails-defiant-hammers-846205905.htmlWest Ham midfielder Scott Parker said the Hammers can take "huge positives" out of Saturday's 1-1 draw at Stoke.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 19:41:27http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mcallister-teams-up-with-houllier-20694600.htmlAston Villa have confirmed that Gary McAllister has agreed to become assistant manager to Gerard Houllier.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 18:53:12http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/new-blues-deal-for-mcleish-332070805.htmlBirmingham manager Alex McLeish has signed a new three-year contract which ties him to St Andrew's until 2013.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 18:44:07http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/holloway-ready-to-move-forward-287478252.htmlBlackpool manager Ian Holloway hopes his side have learned from their heavy defeat at Arsenal not to get star-struck when they take on Chelsea on Sunday.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 18:27:55http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/dyer-representatives-deny-grant-row-371613460.htmlRepresentatives of Kieron Dyer have dismissed allegations the West Ham midfielder was involved in a bust-up with Hammers manager Avram Grant.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 18:19:40http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/yu-quits-blues-role-998114881.htmlSammy Yu has resigned as Birmingham's football consultant after nine months in the post.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 18:19:40http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/martinez-wary-of-city-slickers-312595327.htmlRoberto Martinez knows Wigan will need to be prepared for anything against Manchester City on Sunday after the way his side were beaten the last time the teams met.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 18:12:03http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ancelotti-remains-focused-on-blues-638636408.htmlChelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti insists his father's illness back home in Italy is not preventing him from focusing on his job at Stamford Bridge.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 18:02:52http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/chamakh-i-have-room-to-improve-95515050.htmlMarouane Chamakh maintains there is still more to come after an impressive opening to the season for the new Arsenal striker.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 17:43:04http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ferdinand-hails-wenger-achievements-142527661.htmlSunderland defender Anton Ferdinand has expressed his admiration for Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger ahead of Saturday evening's Barclays Premier League encounter between the sides at the Stadium of Light.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 15:10:05http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/no-room-for-sentiment-hodgson-204959123.htmlRoy Hodgson hopes his long friendship with Manchester United counterpart Sir Alex Ferguson will be tested now he is manager of Liverpool.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 13:57:51http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/size-not-the-issue-for-silva-74819006.htmlManchester City new-boy David Silva has rejected the theory he is too small to make an impact in the Premier League.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 13:57:51http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ferguson-united-never-dug-cole-933437585.htmlSir Alex Ferguson has revealed Manchester United declined to enter the race to sign Joe Cole.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 11:48:42http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/bellamy-vital-for-wales-flynn-681253249.htmlWales caretaker manager Brian Flynn has underlined Craig Bellamy's importance to his hopes of kick-starting the Euro 2012 qualifying campaign.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 10:02:57http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ledley-wants-to-profit-on-busy-gers-343144266.htmlJoe Ledley is hoping Rangers' European exertions can help Celtic take the Clydesdale Bank Premier League title back from Ibrox.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 09:43:02http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mcfadden-set-for-long-spell-out-403111905.htmlBirmingham forward James McFadden will be out of action "for the foreseeable future" after suffering anterior cruciate ligament damage in training on Friday.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 09:18:55http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/refs-need-to-admit-errors-moyes-965542045.htmlDavid Moyes has called for referees to be more willing to follow his example and admit when they are in the wrong.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 09:18:55http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/jose-unlikely-to-take-portugal-role-799736923.htmlReal Madrid boss Jose Mourinho has admitted it is unlikely he will take temporary charge of Portugal - but stopped short of ruling himself out entirely.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 09:18:55http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/lennon-backs-defensive-smith-694176958.htmlCeltic boss Neil Lennon admits he would have no qualms about copying the defensive tactics of Old Firm counterpart Walter Smith.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 07:44:26http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/flynn-relishing-wales-opportunity-53932593.htmlBrian Flynn faces a two-game audition for the role of Wales manager next month, and he admits: "I have an opportunity to show what I can do".]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 07:44:26http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/mcleish-warns-rivals-over-defenders-412625983.htmlBirmingham manager Alex McLeish has warned Premier League rivals they have a fight on their hands if they want to try to sign either of his star central defenders in January.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 07:08:16http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/coyle-surprised-by-macdonald-snub-433322027.htmlBolton manager Owen Coyle believes Kevin MacDonald can consider himself very unfortunate not to have been given the Aston Villa job on a permanent basis.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 07:08:15http://www.itv.com/sport/football/news/generalnews/ancelotti-wants-focused-blues-110729780.htmlChelsea coach Carlo Ancelotti insists they are top of the Barclays Premier League on merit even if they have yet to face any of their title rivals so far this season.]]>Sat, 18 Sep 2010 07:08:15