Football

Roma is in turmoil after a 4-1 loss last weekend, having won only twice in its past eight matches.

The Argentina striker played for Manchester City for the first time in five months.

The former Chelsea coach has previously spoken of his affection for the English game.

But the English midfielder believes the stand-in manager Stuart Pearce is good enough.

Liverpool's six-year trophy drought ended after beating Cardiff 3-2 in a penalty shoot-out in the League Cup final.

David Luiz, Didier Drogba and Frank Lampard scored to end Chelsea's five-match winless run.

Modric is believed to be worried about the club's direction should Redknapp take the vacant England job.

The Blues have gone four games without a win, including home draw with Birmingham in the FA Cup.

Villas-Boas could recall veterans Didier Drogba and Frank Lampard in a bid to bolster experience and confidence.

Torres was substituted at half-time in the disappointing draw with Birmingham in the FA Cup.

Leverkusen sporting director Rudi Voeller was dismayed that his players squabbled over Messi's shirt, at half-time.

Villas-Boas said he doesn't need the support of the entire squad as long as he is backed by owner Roman Abramovich.

The presence of England's two leading clubs provides the Europa League with a welcome boost.

Suarez snubbed Evra in a pre-match handshake at Old Trafford, before apologizing on Sunday.

The ex-Ireland coach's final match in charge of Wolves was Sunday's 5-1 home loss to West Bromwich.

Mascherano was sent off in the tunnel following a heated confrontation with the referee.