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Stoke boss backs Ireland

Stoke manager Mark Hughes has backed Stephen Ireland to be a success at the Britannia Stadium following his match-winning performance against Tranmere.

Real Madrid stole victory - Elche

Elche's Edu Albacar says Real Madrid "stole" a 2-1 win courtesy of Cristiano Ronaldo's 96th-minute penalty.

Kozak looking for improvement

Aston Villa new boy Libor Kozak admits he still has to improve a lot as he prepares for an extended run in the side.

Schmeichel: Moyes needs time

Former Manchester United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel has urged the club's fans to be patient with David Moyes and his squad.

Matt Le Tissier tips Rickie Lambert for England World Cup squad

Southampton legend Matt Le Tissier backs Rickie Lambert to make England's World Cup squad, if they qualify for Brazil.

Qatar 2022 shocked by work conditions

Qatar 2022 World Cup organisers are "appalled" by a newspaper investigation that claims migrant workers are treated like slaves.

Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla rules himself out for Napoli match but says he could return against West Brom

Speaking in a Twitter question and answer session today, Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla ruled himself out for the Gunners’ vital Champions League match against Napoli at the Emirates Stadium next Tuesday, but did reveal he hopes to return for the Premier League match at West Brom the…

The history of Barcelona v Real Madrid: webchat with Sid Lowe – live!

Sid Lowe will be online from 3pm BST to discuss his new book, Fear and Loathing in La Liga: Barcelona v Real Madrid Sid Lowe

Wenger: Walcott op successful

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says Theo Walcott's stomach surgery in Germany was a success and that he expected the forward to return to full fitness ahead of the visit of Norwich City on October 19.