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Ferdinand banned for four Man Utd games

Rio Ferdinand has received a four-match suspension after losing his appeal against an FA violent conduct charge.<!--break-->The chances of the Manchester United man getting off with the charge were always slim given the clear nature of his attack on Craig Fagan during Saturday's 4-0 win over...

Santos complete loan deal for Robinho

Manchester City forward Robinho has returned to Santos on a six-month loan.<!--break-->City confirmed in a statement on their website that the Brazilian club will pay all of the player's wages and bonuses for the period, which begins immediately and ends on August 4.Manager Roberto Mancini said:...

Mascherano targets fortress Anfield for Liverpool revival

Javier Mascherano knows that Liverpool must make Anfield a fortress for the remainder of the season if they are to be successful in their quest for a top-four finish.<!--break-->Mascherano is aware of the importance of fixtures at Anfield and believes a winning run at home, with Everton,...

Garrido urges Man City to concentrate on Champions League place

Javier Garrido insists his Manchester City team-mates will now immediately try to refocus on the Premier League and a place in the Champions League.<!--break-->Wayne Rooney's injury-time header dashed City dreams of a first cup final appearance at Wembley since 1981.Garrido admitted the manner...

Lack of cash sees Portsmouth website closed down

The extent of Portsmouth's financial difficulties have been underlined with the news their official website has been shut down.<!--break-->A club spokesman said: "Our website is down because the club has failed to keep to the payment plan agreed with our service provider."Supporters attempting...

Man Utd will crack down hard on missile throwers

Manchester United will hand out indefinite bans to any supporter found guilty of throwing missiles at Wednesday's Carling Cup semi-final.<!--break-->It is believed Greater Manchester Police have already arrested the fan who threw a bottle of cider at Craig Bellamy as the Manchester City winger...

Tottenham in talks for Portsmouth duo

Sky Sports News reports that Tottenham are in talks with Portsmouth over Younes Kaboul and Asmir Begovic.<!--break-->Kaboul only moved away from White Hart Lane in 2008 after spending just one season with Spurs.Indeed a host of clubs including Aston Villa, Manchester City and Sunderland had...

Tottenham confirm loan capture of Gudjohnsen

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has confirmed that Eidur Gudjohnsen has arrived at White Hart Lane on loan until the end of the season.<!--break-->West Ham had also been in the hunt for the experienced forward, but have been pipped to the post by their capital rivals.Gudjohnsen, who spent eight...