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Samba boys take on England in football’s friendliest friendly

In what manner can the words “Brazil” and “friendly” go together in any meaningful sense? The England boss Roy Hodgson hinted as much in his press conference, issuing a timely reminder that tonight’s game is but a precursor to rather … read more »

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England v Brazil Preview

ANALYSIS By Graham Lister Association Football was born 150 years ago in England when the Football Association codified the laws of the game. The subsequent global spread of the sport’s phenomenal appeal owes much to its flamboyant interpretation by Brazil, … read more »

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John Terry awaits EURO 2012 call

Much has been made of the Chelsea captain and former Three Lions skipper’s possible inclusion after off-field controversy and concerns over his form. Terry is facing a court trial in July, after Euro 2012, for allegedly racially abusing Anton Ferdinand … read more »

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Ghana appoint James Kwesi Appiah as new head coach

The Ghana Football Association has appointed James Kwesi Appiah as the new head coach of the Black Stars. Appiah, assistant coach of the Black Stars since 2008, replaces Serbian Goran Stevanovic, who was sacked last month after Ghana’s failure to … read more »

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I will probably sell Mario Balotelli, says Manchester City manager Mancini

Roberto Mancini last night admitted he would “probably” sell Mario Balotelli this summer after the striker lost the plot again in Manchester City’s costly Barclays Premier League defeat at Arsenal. City boss Mancini also appeared to suggest Balotelli would not … read more »

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I’m really sorry – Balotelli

Mario Balotelli has apologised for his red card against Arsenal and expects to hold talks with Manchester City regarding his future. The Italian striker etched another chapter in his short, but colourful, career after being sent off for two bookable … read more »

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England Soccer Manager Capello resigns

The English Football Association has confirmed that England national manager Fabio Capello has resigned from his post with immediate effect. The decision comes following an hour-long meeting between Capello and English Football Association chairman David Bernstein at Wembley Stadium. The … read more »

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Kolo Toure suspended for failing drug test

Manchester City defender Kolo Toure has been suspended after failing a drug test, the Premier League club said on their website (www.mcfc.co.uk) on Thursday. The Football Association (FA) informed City that an A-sample provided by the Ivory Coast international had … read more »

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Football needs more like Justin Fashanu

The moment Steven Davies, the Surrey and England wicketkeeper, broke the worst kept secret in cricket by announcing he was gay, it was clear where the recoil from this event would be most fiercely felt: in football. And, sure enough, … read more »

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FIFA President Sepp Blatter Brands England ‘Bad Losers’ After Reaction To Failed 2018 World Cup Bid

FIFA president Sepp Blatter has branded England ‘bad losers’, rejecting allegations of corruption after Russia and Qatar won the right to host the 2018 and 2022 World Cups respectively. England failed in their bid to host the 2018 World Cup, … read more »

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