Monday 17 August 2015

Carl Ikeme, Moses Simon get Eagles call up

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Nigeria coach Sunday Oliseh has invited 18 foreign based professionals for September’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against

Jefferson targets Botafogo 500-club

 Jefferson targets Botafogo 500-club
The Brazil no.1 wants to make history with the Fogao and revealed he still feels nervous ahead of every international call-up despite being the first name on the team sheet

Galatasaray: We don't want PSG ace Ibrahimovic

 Galatasaray: We don't want PSG ace Ibrahimovic
The Turkish outfit have told their fans to ignore stories being circulated by "some media outlets" that they are hoping to acquire the Swede

Van Gaal hits out at Rooney critics over striker role at Manchester United

 Van Gaal hits out at Rooney critics over striker role at Manchester United
The 29-year-old has failed to score in his opening two games but the Dutchman is adamant that the England captain will begin to flourish as his lead centre-forward

Verratti: I'm open to Premier League move but Barcelona's interest is flattering

 Verratti: I'm open to Premier League move but Barcelona's interest is flattering
The Paris Saint-Germain midfielder stresses that he is happy at Parc des Princes but would consider a new league and is appreciative of the Catalan giants' admiration

NPFL leading scorer Adeniji aims for golden boot and maiden title with Sunshine Stars

 Adeniji sets double target with Sunshine Stars
The hotshot has expressed his resolve to end the season as the country's best striker and also to emerge as league champions with the Sunshine Stars

Messi included in Argentina squad

 Messi included in Argentina squad
It had been reported that the Barcelona ace had asked to be left out after being upset by the criticism he received after the Copa America

Thiago Silva: I still don't know why Dunga dropped me

 Thiago Silva: I still don't know why Dunga dropped me
The defender says that he is going through a "difficult" time as he has yet to receive an explanation for his omission from the latest Brazil squad

Ramos: I could have earned more money by leaving Real Madrid

 Ramos: I could have earned more money by leaving Real Madrid
Having committed himself to Los Blancos until 2020, the Manchester United target has insisted that financial gain played no part in his decision

Match-winner Januzaj: "I'll fight for my place"

Adnan Januzaj said he wants to fight for his place in the team after scoring Manchester United's winner in Friday's 1-0 victory at Villa Park.

Memphis Depay reveals gym routine in Facebook Q&A with fans

 
Those who have seen Memphis Depay up close in his short Manchester United career so far have been struck by his impressive physique, with

Mata's blog: We can't wait for Champions League tie, The Champions League is coming!

 
Hi everyone,

The two words you can hear everywhere these days, both in Old Trafford and Carrington, our training complex, are Champions League. We are eager to

Carrick pleased with Reds momentum

 
Michael Carrick says two wins from two in Manchester United's opening Barclays Premier League matches is exactly what was needed to build momentum going into

Green set to seal West Ham return

 Green set to seal West Ham return
The 35-year-old, who spent six years at Upton Park between 2006 and 2012, is close to agreeing a free transfer back to the Premier League to compete with Adrian

Fit again Martins nets brace in Seattle victory

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The Nigerian was on target twice for Sigi Schmid’s men as they swept aside Orlando City in a Major League Soccer game played on Sunday

Chung vows to change Fifa after launching presidency bid

 Chung vows to change Fifa after launching presidency bid
The honorary vice-president has confirmed that he will run for the top job and is determined to implement an overhaul

'Yes we can!' - but Barcelona have never come back from four goals down

 'Yes we can!' - but Barcelona have never come back from four goals down
The Catalans will hope to keep their sextuple hopes alive on Monday by producing the greatest comeback in their history - but the odds are stacked firmly against them

Stambouli out to win over PSG fans

 Stambouli out to win over PSG fans
The former Tottenham man is eager to change perceptions after receiving a frosty reception on his debut for the Ligue 1 champions

Benzema must score 20-25 goals, says Benitez

 Benzema must score 20-25 goals, says Benitez
The Madrid boss claims he has complete faith in the striker's abilities despite persistent links with Arsenal

Bayern don't believe in Gotze, says Hitzfeld

 Bayern don't believe in Gotze, says Hitzfeld
The ex-Switzerland boss believes the attacking midfielder does not have the club's full support and has questioned FCB's transfer policy

Uefa demands answers from Fifa over Platini article

 Uefa demands answers from Fifa over Platini article
The European governing body has asked for an explanation over an article that appears to portray the Frenchman in a negative light

Dnipro star Michael Babatunde not inured - Agent

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The 22-year-old made his debut at the weekend against Shakhtar Donetsk but it was cut short after 20 minutes due to knocks received by the midfielder

Barcelona want Verratti in 2016

 Barcelona want Verratti in 2016
The midfielder is top of the Catalans' list of reinforcements once their transfer ban ends next year and they are planning a summer move

Ramos renewal the best news yet in a strange summer for Real Madrid

 Ramos renewal the best news yet in a strange summer for Real Madrid
The defender has agreed a new deal running until June 2020, ending an arduous transfer saga in what is a much-needed bright spot for coach Rafa Benitez ahead of the new season

Danilo can become best right-back in the world, says Casemiro

 Danilo can become best right-back in the world, says Casemiro
The midfielder has little doubt his compatriot will be an instant hit at the Santiago Bernabeu side and is keen to prove his own worth to Rafael Benitez

Rodgers warns Balotelli: Leave Liverpool if you want to play

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The striker "knows his situation" according to the manager, who has no intention of playing him in the first team again as he hopes to force a move

Sergio Ramos agrees Real Madrid renewal

 Sergio Ramos agrees Real Madrid renewal
The defender has ended all speculation about his future by agreeing to a new contract with the Santiago Bernabeu side until June 2020

People keep sending it to me!' - San Jose still revelling in Supercopa wonderstrike against Barcelona

 'People keep sending it to me!' - San Jose still revelling in Supercopa wonderstrike against Barcelona
The Athletic man scored from close to halfway in the first leg and is hopeful the Basque outfit can hold on to their lead

Douglas Costa is Bayern Munich's special weapon, says Robben

 Douglas Costa is Bayern Munich's special weapon, says Robben
The Netherlands winger had words of encouragement for the former Shakhtar Donetsk star, who is loving life at the Bundesliga champions so far

Moutinho out for up to six weeks

 Moutinho out for up to six weeks
The former Porto star picked up a knock in his side's draw with Lille on Friday and will miss the Champions League playoff with Valencia