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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.

The auction for the Indian players for the IFA-backed Premier League Soccer, was scheduled to be held on Sunday.

Van Persie has struck a career-best total of 28 goals for the Gunners already this season.

Torres has netted just twice in 19 Premier League appearances this season.

Newcastle leapfrogged Arsenal in the EPL with their 2-1 win thanks to goals from Demba Ba and Papiss Cisse.

Steven Gerrard, Scott Parker and Frank Lampard are the bookies' favorites to take over as England skipper.

Chievo clung on for only their second victory away from home this season.

Gareth Bale scored twice and Luka Modric added another goal as Tottenham beat Wigan 3-1.

Ferguson believes a managerial reign as long as his will never be repeated.

The FA has confirmed that City have failed to appeal the four-match ban given to Mario Balotelli.