Former France doc slams Nasri, defends Anelka

Former France team doctor Jean-Pierre Paclet has defended Chelsea striker Nicolas Anelka's role in Les Bleus' World Cup meltdown and blamed Arsenal's Samir Nasri for causing problems in the team in recent years.

Phelan: United inherited ''dishevelled'' Rooney

Manchester United assistant-boss Mike Phelan has claimed the club inherited a ''dishevelled'' Wayne Rooney following England's World Cup flop.

Wolfsburg's McClaren stunned by Mainz comeback

Wolfsburg coach Steve McClaren was at a loss to explain how his side threw away a 3-0 lead to lose their second straight Bundesliga match this season.

Ibrahimovic hits out at Guardiola over Milan move

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has delivered a parting shot to Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola and accused him of breaking his ''dream'' of playing for the Spanish side.

Liverpool complete deal for midfielder Meireles

Raul Meireles has insisted he is not a Javier Mascherano clone after completing his move to Liverpool.

A-League: Robbie Fowler strikes late to save draw

Robbie Fowler scored a last-gasp penalty to deny Melbourne Heart their first A-League victory as they were held to a 2-2 draw by Perth Glory at AAMI Park.

Bin Hammam confirms desire for another AFC term

Mohamed Bin Hammam has confirmed he will run for another term as Asian Football Confederation president, paving the way for Sepp Blatter to remain unopposed as the head of FIFA.

Kashima Antlers coach Oliveira wants Japan job

Kashima Antlers coach Oswaldo Oliveira would relish the chance to become the next Japan coach should he be offered the position.

Sneijder: Mourinho wants to take over from Fergie

Inter Milan midfielder Wesley Sneijder claims that there is only one man who can replace Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United: his former boss Jose Mourinho.

Capello performs U-turn over Beckham retirement

England coach Fabio Capello has opened the door for David Beckham to continue his international career after claiming earlier this month that the veteran would not be considered for his Euro 2012 squad.

Stoke reject Chelsea offer for goalkeeper Begovic

Stoke chairman Peter Coates has revealed the club have rejected an offer from Chelsea for goalkeeper Asmir Begovic believed to be around £4.5 million.

Brazil: Santos close gap on leaders Fluminese

Santos closed to within nine points of Campeonato leaders Fluminese with a comfortable 2-0 win over bottom side Goias.

Barca striker Ibrahimovic agrees Milan deal

Barcelona striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has agreed to join AC Milan.

Primera Liga: Sevilla see off new boys Levante

Fernando Llorente's goal just after half-time was enough to give Athletic Bilbao an opening-day 1-0 victory in the Primera Division and spoil Hercules' return to the top flight.

Ligue 1: Lorient claim Olympique Lyon scalp

Christian Gourcuff spoiled his son Yoann's Lyon debut as his Lorient side scored a notable Ligue 1 victory at the Stade du Moustoir.

Bundesliga: Wolfsburg capitulate against Mainz

Adam Szalai scored in the 85th minute to complete Mainz's comeback from a three-goal deficit to win at Wolfsburg and spoil the Bundesliga return of Brazilian superstar Diego.

Serie A: Newly-promoted Cesena hold Roma

Genoa kicked off the 2010/11 Serie A season with a 1-0 win at Udinese thanks to a late goal from Giandomenico Mesto.

Terry, Lampard out and duo doubtful for England

Frank Lampard will miss England's European Championship qualifiers against Bulgaria and Switzerland after limping off in the second half of Chelsea's 2-0 win against Stoke at Stamford Bridge.

Man Utd 3-0 West Ham: Rooney on the mark

Wayne Rooney ended his five-month wait for a goal as he set Manchester United on their way to a comfortable Premier League win over West Ham.

Fergie hails team effort as Rooney grabs goal

Sir Alex Ferguson hailed the all-round team performance after watching Manchester United brush aside West Ham 3-0 at Old Trafford.

Premier League: Wigan stun Spurs, top three win

Manchester United kept the pressure on both Arsenal and Chelsea at top as they beat West Ham 3-0 with Wayne Rooney scoring his first goal since March.

Barcelona is a "dream move" for Mascherano

Javier Mascherano has described his impending move to Barcelona as a dream come true.

Tottenham 0-1 Wigan: Latics stun Spurs

Wigan put their horrendous start to the Premier League behind them with a smash-and-grab victory at Tottenham.

Wolves 1-1 Newcastle: Carroll hits back for Toon

Wolves 1-1 Newcastle: Carroll hits back for Toon

Blackpool 2-2 Fulham: Cottagers fight back

Blackpool 2-2 Fulham: Cottagers fight back

Algeria's Players Don't Even Know Their National Anthem - Egypt's Ahmed Hassan (Goal.com)

The Al Ahly player had some choice words for the Fennecs players he will face with Egypt in Cairo next month.

Parreira set for return as South Africa coach (Reuters)

Carlos Alberto Parreira looks set to resume the job he started three years ago as coach of 2010 World Cup hosts South Africa.

Al Ittihad's Amine Chermiti Aiming For Tunisia Call-Up (Goal.com)

The Al-Ittihad striker hopes to be part of the squad that faces Mozambique next month.

Deco Admits He Snubbed Inter To Remain With Chelsea Because Of Carlo Ancelotti (Goal.com)

Despite being wanted by Inter coach Jose Mourinho, the midfielder pledged his allegiance to Chelsea...

World Cup Debate: Could Bora Milutinovic Be South Africa's Hiddink? (Goal.com)

The answer to South Africa's coaching problems could be a simple one...

Amine Chermiti Aiming For Tunisia Call-Up (Goal.com)

The Al-Ittihad striker hopes to be part of the squad that faces Mozambique next month.

Italy Coach Marcello Lippi To Review Future After The World Cup (Goal.com)

The Azzurri boss says that he will be in charge of the reigning World Cup holders for half a year, then we will see...

Surgery keeps Trezeguet out for four months

Platini critical of Wenger

Portsmouth insist Alexandre Gaydamak is owner

Carvalho faces layoff

Tevez ruling could cost West Ham £30m

West Ham face the possibility of a £30m damages payout after an independent tribunal found in Sheffield United's favour over the Carlos Tevez affair. Tevez played for the London club in the 2006-07 season while illegally registered and his performances were key in West Ham avoiding relegation at the expense of United.

Nigerian consortium interested in Newcastle

Klinsmann expects response after humbling

Milan Adriano Galliani Carlo Ancelotti

Juande Ramos denies homesickness rumours Tottenham Spurs

Mark Hughes Manchester City

Inter getting there - Mourinho

Alex Ferguson Manchester United Chelsea

Manchester United manager has defended the conduct of his players after seeing seven of them booked the 1-1 draw at Chelsea. ''It was a competitive game but I did not think there was one bad tackle in it,'' said Ferguson.

Gerrard the best in the world - Benitez

Mourinho hopeful of Serie A revival

Serbian fan given ten years for attempted murder

Reina rules out return to Spain

Ronaldo keen to play for PSG

Arsenal increase profits

Arsenal have announced their profits last season jumped to £37m but they also saw a rise in debts. The news comes at a time when one of the club's major shareholders, US sports tycoon Stan Kroenke, has been invited to join the board.

Raul gets Real backing

Ashton blow for West Ham