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Pedersen - Rovers have problems

Morten Gamst Pedersen admits Blackburn find themselves in a sticky situation, but is backing them to respond positively to their mauling by Arsenal.

De Gea targets greatness

David De Gea is convinced he will remain at Manchester United for 'many years' as he continues to find his feet in English football.

O'Neill - Bubble could burst

Martin O'Neill does not believe he has 'cracked it' at the Stadium of Light, with the Sunderland boss aware that 'disaster is around the corner'.

Anelka - No friends in football

Nicolas Anelka claims to have been made to feel like an outcast during his final days at Chelsea, but says he has no regrets about the decision he took.

Suarez - Abuse will spur me on

Luis Suarez accepts that he will be targeted by Manchester United fans on Saturday, but maintains that he has nothing to be apologetic about.

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Plus: footballers who have won awards for achievements away from the sport; and what is the most severe penalty ever imposed on a club for match-fixing? Send your questions and answers to [email protected] and follow us on Twitter "After last Tuesday's handcuff-to-post efforts at Goodison...

Huth's ban stands after Stoke lose appeal against red card

Stoke City have lost their appeal to the Football Association against the red card that defender Robert Huth received during Saturday's home clash with Sunderland and the player must now serve a three-game ban.

Wilshere turns to ultrasound

Jack Wilshere is using an ultrasound device in an attempt to aid his recovery from injury. The Arsenal midfielder has not played since picking up a stress fracture on his right ankle during pre-season.

From backside to Wearside: O'Neill's moving story

Martin O'Neill has suffered for his support of Sunderland. As a youngster it was with the strap, in his increasing years through the expectation that whatever can go wrong eventually will.