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Four British athletes have been pre-selected to compete at the World Cross Country Championships in March after impressive starts to the season.
Hayley Yelling, Jo Pavey, Karl Keska and Adam Hickey will represent Team GB at the event in France. Yelling clinched the women's European cross country title last month and ... | Yelling clinched the women's European cross country title last month and Pavey followed up with bronze.Keska, who has made a successful return from a long-term injury lay-off, contests the men's 12km race on 20 March, while 16-year-old Hickey goes in the junior men's 8km on the same day.The 32-year-old will race alongs... | sport | [' Four British athletes have been pre-selected to compete at the World Cross Country Championships in March after impressive starts to the season.', ' Hayley Yelling, Jo Pavey, Karl Keska and Adam Hickey will represent Team GB at the event in France.', "Yelling clinched the women's European cross country title last m... | [[-0.18806097 0.05890901 1.0304908 ... -0.10157657 -0.3067723
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Marion Jones has filed a lawsuit for defamation against Balco boss Victor Conte following his allegations that he gave her performance-enhancing drugs.
The Sydney Olympic gold medallist says Conte damaged her reputation and she is seeking $25m (£13m) in the suit. Conte, whose company is at the centre of a doping inv... | "Mr Conte chose to make unsubstantiated allegations on television, while Marion Jones demanded to take and then passed a lie detector examination.Marion Jones has filed a lawsuit for defamation against Balco boss Victor Conte following his allegations that he gave her performance-enhancing drugs.Jones, who is under inv... | sport | [' Marion Jones has filed a lawsuit for defamation against Balco boss Victor Conte following his allegations that he gave her performance-enhancing drugs.', ' The Sydney Olympic gold medallist says Conte damaged her reputation and she is seeking $25m (£13m) in the suit.', 'Conte, whose company is at the centre of a d... | [[ 0.26243055 -0.22209282 0.4130572 ... -0.4390391 0.76849496
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Greek sprinter Katerina Thanou says she is eager to compete again after being cleared of missing a drugs test by an independent Greek tribunal.
Thanou, 30, was provisionally suspended for missing a test before the Olympics, but the decision was overturned. "The IAAF will decide if we can compete again in Greece and a... | Thanou, 30, was provisionally suspended for missing a test before the Olympics, but the decision was overturned.The IAAF - which said it was "very surprised" by the decision of the Greek tribunal - is deciding whether to appeal against the decision at the Court of Arbitration for Sport.Greek sprinter Katerina Thanou sa... | sport | [' Greek sprinter Katerina Thanou says she is eager to compete again after being cleared of missing a drugs test by an independent Greek tribunal.', ' Thanou, 30, was provisionally suspended for missing a test before the Olympics, but the decision was overturned.', '"The IAAF will decide if we can compete again in Gre... | [[ 0.3257841 -0.5360865 0.38128856 ... -0.16182864 -0.1532369
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Jason Gardener says being made an MBE in the New Year Honours List underlines the achievement of Great Britain's 4x100m relay squad at the Olympics.
Gardener, Darren Campbell, Marlon Devonish and Mark Lewis-Francis have all been awarded MBEs after beating pre-race favourites USA to gold. "I think this award reinforce... | "I think this award reinforces what we did on that fantastic night," he said."Winning the gold medal was the highlight of my athletics career so far," said the Birchfield Harrier."Of course this award is very special, but for me nothing will ever take away winning an Olympic gold medal."I think the MBE is important bec... | sport | [" Jason Gardener says being made an MBE in the New Year Honours List underlines the achievement of Great Britain's 4x100m relay squad at the Olympics.", ' Gardener, Darren Campbell, Marlon Devonish and Mark Lewis-Francis have all been awarded MBEs after beating pre-race favourites USA to gold.', '"I think this award ... | [[-0.11865523 0.3112074 1.1099529 ... 0.3767569 0.292559
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The trial date for the Bay Area Laboratory Cooperative (Balco) steroid distribution case has been postponed.
US judge Susan Illston pushed back a preliminary evidentiary hearing - which was due to take place on Wednesday - until 6 June. No official trial date has been set but it is expected to begin in September. Bal... | The trial date for the Bay Area Laboratory Cooperative (Balco) steroid distribution case has been postponed.Balco has been accused by the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) of being the source of the banned steroid THG and modafinil.The Balco defence team have already lost their appeal to have the case dismissed ... | sport | [' The trial date for the Bay Area Laboratory Cooperative (Balco) steroid distribution case has been postponed.', ' US judge Susan Illston pushed back a preliminary evidentiary hearing - which was due to take place on Wednesday - until 6 June.', 'No official trial date has been set but it is expected to begin in Septe... | [[-0.0898024 -0.15818313 0.7036427 ... 0.06048787 0.5748299
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World 100m champion Kim Collins says suspended sprinter Dwain Chambers should be allowed to compete in the Olympics again.
Chambers was banned for two years after testing positive for the anabolic steroid THG and his suspension runs out in November this year. But Collins says the British Olympic Association should re... | World 100m champion Kim Collins says suspended sprinter Dwain Chambers should be allowed to compete in the Olympics again.But Collins says the British Olympic Association should reverse the decision to ban him from the Olympics for life."It was too harsh," Collins told Radio Five Live.Collins added: "He is a great guy ... | sport | [' World 100m champion Kim Collins says suspended sprinter Dwain Chambers should be allowed to compete in the Olympics again.', ' Chambers was banned for two years after testing positive for the anabolic steroid THG and his suspension runs out in November this year.', 'But Collins says the British Olympic Association ... | [[-0.17957993 0.04268004 0.72533065 ... -0.22607899 -0.20500565
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Jamie Costin should be paralysed.
He says so himself in a matter-of-fact way as he recalls the car accident which occurred nine days before he was scheduled to step out into the Olympic Stadium in Athens for the 50K Walk. There is an ironic chuckle as he talks of his immediate thoughts after a lorry, driving on the w... | Jamie had to wear a body cast for three and a half months after the accident and spent most of that time flat on his back.Within three days he was arriving back in Ireland by air ambulance."But when I got to the Mater in Dublin they said it was possible for it to heal totally naturally which is giving me the chance to ... | sport | [' Jamie Costin should be paralysed.', ' He says so himself in a matter-of-fact way as he recalls the car accident which occurred nine days before he was scheduled to step out into the Olympic Stadium in Athens for the 50K Walk.', 'There is an ironic chuckle as he talks of his immediate thoughts after a lorry, driving... | [[-1.2319405 -0.17057951 0.21233043 ... -0.42648047 1.0108759
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Mark Lewis-Francis has stepped up his preparations for the new season by taking advice from British sprint icon Linford Christie.
The 22-year-old is set to compete at Sheffield this weekend and will then take on Maurice Greene and Kim Collins in Birmingham on 18 February. "Training in Wales and getting advice from Li... | Despite playing his part in Britain's successful 4x100m relay team, Lewis-Francis still feels the frustration of missing out on the individual 100m final at the 2004 Olympics.Mark Lewis-Francis has stepped up his preparations for the new season by taking advice from British sprint icon Linford Christie."Training in Wal... | sport | [' Mark Lewis-Francis has stepped up his preparations for the new season by taking advice from British sprint icon Linford Christie.', ' The 22-year-old is set to compete at Sheffield this weekend and will then take on Maurice Greene and Kim Collins in Birmingham on 18 February.', '"Training in Wales and getting advic... | [[-5.8250725e-01 -2.9337369e-02 4.7009709e-01 ... 4.3911031e-01
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Wayne Rooney made a winning return to Everton as Manchester United cruised into the FA Cup quarter-finals.
Rooney received a hostile reception, but goals in each half from Quinton Fortune and Cristiano Ronaldo silenced the jeers at Goodison Park. Fortune headed home after 23 minutes before Ronaldo scored when Nigel M... | But there was nothing Martyn could do when United doubled their lead after 57 minutes as they doubled their advantage.Rooney's desperate search for a goal on his return to Everton was halted again by Martyn in injury-time when he outpaced Stubbs, but once again Martyn denied the England striker.United almost doubled th... | sport | [' Wayne Rooney made a winning return to Everton as Manchester United cruised into the FA Cup quarter-finals.', ' Rooney received a hostile reception, but goals in each half from Quinton Fortune and Cristiano Ronaldo silenced the jeers at Goodison Park.', "Fortune headed home after 23 minutes before Ronaldo scored whe... | [[-0.6097684 0.00265367 0.75963485 ... 0.01573238 0.30860734
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Manchester United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy may make his comeback after an Achilles tendon injury in the FA Cup fifth round tie at Everton on Saturday.
He has been out of action for nearly three months and had targeted a return in the Champions League tie with AC Milan on 23 February. But Manchester United manager ... | The 28-year-old has been training in Holland and Ferguson said: "Ruud comes back on Tuesday and we need to assess how far on he is."The training he has been doing in Holland has been perfect and I am very satisfied with it."Manchester United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy may make his comeback after an Achilles tendon inj... | sport | [' Manchester United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy may make his comeback after an Achilles tendon injury in the FA Cup fifth round tie at Everton on Saturday.', ' He has been out of action for nearly three months and had targeted a return in the Champions League tie with AC Milan on 23 February.', 'But Manchester United... | [[ 0.00515218 -0.20840724 0.9062857 ... 0.307655 0.36174396
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Everton manager David Moyes will discipline striker James Beattie after all for his headbutt on Chelsea defender William Gallas.
The Scot initially defended Beattie, whose dismissal put Everton on the back foot in a game they ultimately lost 1-0, saying Gallas overreacted. But he has had a rethink after looking over ... | Speaking immediately after the game, Moyes said: "I don't think it was a sending-off, I have been a centre-half in my time and I would have been ashamed to have gone down as easily as that.Everton manager David Moyes will discipline striker James Beattie after all for his headbutt on Chelsea defender William Gallas.An ... | sport | [' Everton manager David Moyes will discipline striker James Beattie after all for his headbutt on Chelsea defender William Gallas.', ' The Scot initially defended Beattie, whose dismissal put Everton on the back foot in a game they ultimately lost 1-0, saying Gallas overreacted.', 'But he has had a rethink after look... | [[-0.7916823 0.16709627 0.2184475 ... 0.2593887 0.6761619
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Manchester United winger Cristiano Ronaldo said he is close to agreeing to a new contract at Old Trafford.
The Portugal star, who joined in August 2003 on a five-year-deal, is a regular in the United first-team. "The United board have already made an offer to renew the contract but I'm trying not to think about it," ... | Ronaldo refused to commit his long-term future to the club.I'm happy but nobody knows the future.""The United board have already made an offer to renew the contract but I'm trying not to think about it," he told the News of the World.It's my ambition to be at a big club."My agent has spoken with the club and it will be... | sport | [' Manchester United winger Cristiano Ronaldo said he is close to agreeing to a new contract at Old Trafford.', ' The Portugal star, who joined in August 2003 on a five-year-deal, is a regular in the United first-team.', '"The United board have already made an offer to renew the contract but I\'m trying not to think a... | [[-0.54952496 -0.15359475 0.96749765 ... 0.6907678 0.06246015
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Scotland manager Walter Smith has given his backing to the reinstatement of the Home International series.
Such a plan is to be proposed by the new chief executive of the Northern Irish FA, Howard Wells, at the next meeting of the four home countries. The English FA has expressed doubt as to whether the fixtures coul... | Scotland manager Walter Smith has given his backing to the reinstatement of the Home International series."So I would support the return of the home internationals - the only problem would be fitting them in to the fixture schedule."The Home International series was done away with in 1984, with the traditional Scotland... | sport | [' Scotland manager Walter Smith has given his backing to the reinstatement of the Home International series.', ' Such a plan is to be proposed by the new chief executive of the Northern Irish FA, Howard Wells, at the next meeting of the four home countries.', 'The English FA has expressed doubt as to whether the fixt... | [[-0.12758993 -0.42307743 -0.07596989 ... 0.68028545 0.6708911
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Ahmed 'Mido' Hossam has made another apology to the Egyptian people in an attempt to rejoin the national team.
The 21-year-old told a news conference in Cairo on Sunday that he is sorry for the problems that have led to his exclusion from the Pharaohs since July last year. Mido said: "There isn't much I have to say t... | Shalaby earlier said that after an apology Mido would be available for the national side if coach Hassan Shehata chose him.Mido said: "There isn't much I have to say today, all there is to say is that I came specially from England to Egypt to rejoin the national team and to apologise for all my mistakes."Ahmed 'Mido' H... | sport | [" Ahmed 'Mido' Hossam has made another apology to the Egyptian people in an attempt to rejoin the national team.", ' The 21-year-old told a news conference in Cairo on Sunday that he is sorry for the problems that have led to his exclusion from the Pharaohs since July last year.', 'Mido said: "There isn\'t much I hav... | [[-1.32828439e-02 2.49262631e-01 2.39809886e-01 ... 5.52280426e-01
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Manchester United reduced Chelsea's Premiership lead to nine points after a scrappy victory over Manchester City.
Wayne Rooney met Gary Neville's cross to the near post with a low shot, which went in via a deflection off Richard Dunne, to put United ahead. Seven minutes later, the unfortunate Dunne hooked a volley ov... | Rooney was being well marshalled by Dunne - but that was all about to change.Man City: James, Mills (Bradley Wright-Phillips 83), Dunne, Distin, Thatcher, Shaun Wright-Phillips, Barton (Macken 68), Sibierski, McManaman, Musampa, Fowler.After the break, United poured forward and there was a renewed urgency about their p... | sport | [" Manchester United reduced Chelsea's Premiership lead to nine points after a scrappy victory over Manchester City.", " Wayne Rooney met Gary Neville's cross to the near post with a low shot, which went in via a deflection off Richard Dunne, to put United ahead.", "Seven minutes later, the unfortunate Dunne hooked a ... | [[-0.53252333 -0.61881906 0.5937738 ... -0.3225202 0.636784
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Steven Gerrard has admitted that Liverpool have little chance of winning the Champions League this season.
The 24-year-old Reds skipper spoke out ahead of Tuesday's first leg at home to Bayer Leverkusen in the last 16, which he will miss through suspension. "Let's be realistic, there are some fantastic teams left in ... | Steven Gerrard has admitted that Liverpool have little chance of winning the Champions League this season."We're fighting for the fourth spot for the Champions League for next season but we are still involved in two cup competitions, which are very important.Last season he described qualification for the Champions Leag... | sport | [' Steven Gerrard has admitted that Liverpool have little chance of winning the Champions League this season.', " The 24-year-old Reds skipper spoke out ahead of Tuesday's first leg at home to Bayer Leverkusen in the last 16, which he will miss through suspension.", '"Let\'s be realistic, there are some fantastic team... | [[-0.6313932 -0.25272954 0.5895142 ... -0.5295889 0.39631823
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Chelsea's Damien Duff has been ruled out of Wednesday's Champions League clash with Barcelona at the Nou Camp.
Duff sustained a knee injury in the FA Cup defeat at Newcastle and manager Jose Mourinho said: "He cannot run. His injury is very painful, so he is out." But Mourinho has revealed defender Willian Gallas and... | Mourinho said: "We have one more session but I think Drogba will play, and Gallas will play.Drogba, Chelsea's £24m striker, has missed the last three weeks through injury.But Mourinho has revealed defender Willian Gallas and striker Didier Drogba will be in the starting line-up.Gallas feels he can play and wants to pl... | sport | [" Chelsea's Damien Duff has been ruled out of Wednesday's Champions League clash with Barcelona at the Nou Camp.", ' Duff sustained a knee injury in the FA Cup defeat at Newcastle and manager Jose Mourinho said: "He cannot run.', 'His injury is very painful, so he is out."', 'But Mourinho has revealed defender Willia... | [[-0.73751414 -0.3297051 0.22234352 ... -0.18328197 0.55546606
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(after extra-time - score at 90 mins 1-1)
John Arne Riise volleyed Liverpool ahead after 45 seconds but Steven Gerrard scored a 79th-minute own goal. Blues boss Jose Mourinho was sent off for taunting Liverpool fans after the goal and he watched on television as his side went on to win the game. Drogba and Kezman sco... | There was still drama as Nunez beat Cech to a high ball with six minutes remaining to head his side level, but despite Liverpool's desperate attacks, Chelsea clung on to win.Dudek, Finnan, Carragher, Hyypia, Traore (Biscan 67), Luis Garcia, Gerrard, Hamann, Riise, Kewell (Nunez 56), Morientes (Baros 74).And the Blues' ... | sport | [' (after extra-time - score at 90 mins 1-1) John Arne Riise volleyed Liverpool ahead after 45 seconds but Steven Gerrard scored a 79th-minute own goal.', 'Blues boss Jose Mourinho was sent off for taunting Liverpool fans after the goal and he watched on television as his side went on to win the game.', "Drogba and Ke... | [[ 0.2767927 -0.1901191 0.7086247 ... -0.08577549 0.24960141
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Kieron Dyer smashed home the winner to end Bolton's 10-game unbeaten run.
Lee Bowyer put Newcastle ahead when he fed Stephen Carr on the right flank, then sprinted into the area to power home a header from the resultant cross. Wanderers hit back through Stelios Giannakopoulos, who ended a fluid passing move with a we... | Goals: Bowyer 35, Dyer 69.But the home side survived, and they should have re-taken the lead with the first meaningful attack of the second half.Bolton: Jaaskelainen, Hunt (Fadiga 14), N'Gotty, Ben Haim, Candela, Giannakopoulos, Okocha (Vaz Te 77), Hierro (Campo 64), Speed, Gardner, Davies.Alan Shearer's snap-shot was ... | sport | [" Kieron Dyer smashed home the winner to end Bolton's 10-game unbeaten run.", ' Lee Bowyer put Newcastle ahead when he fed Stephen Carr on the right flank, then sprinted into the area to power home a header from the resultant cross.', 'Wanderers hit back through Stelios Giannakopoulos, who ended a fluid passing move ... | [[ 0.00916974 -0.42955494 0.48362246 ... -0.43651795 0.57234365
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A late header by teenager Danny Graham earned Middlesbrough a battling draw with Charlton at the Riverside.
Matt Holland had put the visitors ahead in the 14th minute after his shot took a deflection off Franck Queudrue. But Middlesbrough peppered the Charlton goal after the break and Chris Riggott stroked home the e... | But Middlesbrough peppered the Charlton goal after the break and Chris Riggott stroked home the equaliser.It was all one-way traffic after the break at the Riverside as Middlesbrough poured forward and Kiely even saved Hreidarsson's blushes when he palmed the ball away to prevent a Charlton own goal.Kiely, Hreidarsson,... | sport | [' A late header by teenager Danny Graham earned Middlesbrough a battling draw with Charlton at the Riverside.', ' Matt Holland had put the visitors ahead in the 14th minute after his shot took a deflection off Franck Queudrue.', 'But Middlesbrough peppered the Charlton goal after the break and Chris Riggott stroked h... | [[-0.39704713 -0.6763488 0.01142525 ... 0.47404045 0.4506155
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Dundee United eased into the semi-final of the Scottish Cup with an emphatic win over Aberdeen.
Alan Archibald prodded United ahead in 19 minutes and James Grady made it two from close range 10 minutes later. Richie Byrne's header gave Aberdeen a way back into the game, but Stevie Crawford restored United's lead from... | Alan Archibald prodded United ahead in 19 minutes and James Grady made it two from close range 10 minutes later.United doubled their lead after 29 minutes when Grady tapped the ball into an empty net after Robson had headed Mark Wilson's cross off the angle of post and bar.Bullock, Duff, Wilson, Ritchie, Archibald, Sco... | sport | [' Dundee United eased into the semi-final of the Scottish Cup with an emphatic win over Aberdeen.', ' Alan Archibald prodded United ahead in 19 minutes and James Grady made it two from close range 10 minutes later.', "Richie Byrne's header gave Aberdeen a way back into the game, but Stevie Crawford restored United's ... | [[-0.1111934 -0.5222192 0.8930431 ... -0.20113054 0.16693348
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Celtic brushed aside Clyde to secure their place in the Scottish Cup semi-final, but only after a nervy and testing first half.
The home side's Craig Bryson had a goal chopped off before Stan Varga headed Celtic into the lead. Alan Thompson scored from the penalty spot at the start of the second half after Shaun Malo... | : Varga 40, Thompson 48 pen, Petrov 60, Varga 68, Bellamy 72.Douglas, Henchoz, McNamara, Balde, Varga, Juninho Paulista, Thompson, Lennon (Lambert 70), Sutton (Maloney 45), Petrov (McGeady 70), Bellamy.Thompson, Bellamy.Varga got his second goal of the game as Celtic drove home their advantage - Thompson whipped in a c... | sport | [' Celtic brushed aside Clyde to secure their place in the Scottish Cup semi-final, but only after a nervy and testing first half.', " The home side's Craig Bryson had a goal chopped off before Stan Varga headed Celtic into the lead.", 'Alan Thompson scored from the penalty spot at the start of the second half after S... | [[-0.02260834 -0.37431663 0.48025626 ... -0.37803274 0.18173075
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Hearts wrapped up their Scottish Cup quarter-final tie against Livingston with two goals in the first 10 minutes.
Lee Miller scored inside the opening 60 seconds, heading over Colin Meldrum and into the net from a Jamie McAllister free kick. McAllister himself scored the second when he met Saul Mikoliunas' cross at t... | Meldrum, McNamee, Bahoken (Stanic 45), Deloumeaux, Strong, Dair, Easton, Mark Wilson (Vincze 45), Lilley (Horvath 45), O'Brien, McPake.The Livi striker ignored the pass, however, and Dair ran on to it and played Easton in at the back post and he headed home from close range.Miller 1, McAllister 10.Mikoliunas sprinted d... | sport | [' Hearts wrapped up their Scottish Cup quarter-final tie against Livingston with two goals in the first 10 minutes.', ' Lee Miller scored inside the opening 60 seconds, heading over Colin Meldrum and into the net from a Jamie McAllister free kick.', "McAllister himself scored the second when he met Saul Mikoliunas' c... | [[-0.23995627 -0.3587178 0.77300245 ... -0.35184512 0.09881107
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Chelsea chief executive Peter Kenyon has played down reports that Arjen Robben will return for the Champions League match against Barcelona.
"He's been responding well to treatment and started running on Friday, but we'll have to wait and see," he told BBC Five Live's Sportsweek. "We're looking to getting him back as... | "I hope he can be back and I will try to help him make that happen," Meersseman told the Mail on Sunday.Robben had been expected to be out for six weeks, but Meersseman hinted that the winger could be fit for the vital Stamford Bridge game on 8 March."I know he was pleased with what I did and now that he is running aga... | sport | [' Chelsea chief executive Peter Kenyon has played down reports that Arjen Robben will return for the Champions League match against Barcelona.', ' "He\'s been responding well to treatment and started running on Friday, but we\'ll have to wait and see," he told BBC Five Live\'s Sportsweek.', '"We\'re looking to gettin... | [[-0.21829714 -0.04034136 0.5065702 ... -0.21039782 0.4108286
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Chelsea left-back Wayne Bridge could miss the rest of the season with a suspected broken ankle.
The England international, 24, was hurt in an innocuous challenge with Alan Shearer during the Londoners' FA Cup defeat at Newcastle on Sunday. "We think it's a big injury," said Jose Mourinho, whose Chelsea team this week... | "We think it's a big injury," said Jose Mourinho, whose Chelsea team this week meet Barcelona in the Champions League and Liverpool in the Carling Cup final."He (Bridge) has no chance of playing against Barcelona, probably will not play against Liverpool (in the Carling Cup final) and maybe not for the rest of the seas... | sport | [' Chelsea left-back Wayne Bridge could miss the rest of the season with a suspected broken ankle.', " The England international, 24, was hurt in an innocuous challenge with Alan Shearer during the Londoners' FA Cup defeat at Newcastle on Sunday.", '"We think it\'s a big injury," said Jose Mourinho, whose Chelsea team... | [[-0.24827623 -0.914333 0.58119863 ... 0.2745513 -0.14067507
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Listen to the full interview on Sport on Five and the BBC Sport website from 1900 GMT.
But Parry, speaking exclusively to BBC Sport, also admits Gerrard, who has been constantly linked with Chelsea, will have the final say on his future. He told BBC Five Live: "Steven is above money. He is the future of Liverpool. "I... | I would keep Gerrard.But when asked if Gerrard would be a Liverpool player on the first day of next season, Parry said: "I sincerely hope he will be."I think Steven would dearly love to win things with Liverpool more than he'd like to do anything else.Some Liverpool fans would find such a move highly controversial, but... | sport | [' Listen to the full interview on Sport on Five and the BBC Sport website from 1900 GMT.', ' But Parry, speaking exclusively to BBC Sport, also admits Gerrard, who has been constantly linked with Chelsea, will have the final say on his future.', 'He told BBC Five Live: "Steven is above money.', 'He is the future of L... | [[ 0.0213029 -0.51649666 0.6341511 ... -0.02654823 0.4027105
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England coach Sven-Goran Eriksson has revealed Shaun Wright-Phillips will start against the Netherlands.
But Wright-Phillips will not make his first start for England playing on the left, as had been widely expected. "Shaun Wright-Phillips will probably start the game," said Eriksson. "But I'm not going to start Wrig... | "Wright-Phillips, Downing and Johnson will start or get the chance to play some part.England coach Sven-Goran Eriksson has revealed Shaun Wright-Phillips will start against the Netherlands."Shaun Wright-Phillips will probably start the game," said Eriksson.But Wright-Phillips will not make his first start for England p... | sport | [' England coach Sven-Goran Eriksson has revealed Shaun Wright-Phillips will start against the Netherlands.', ' But Wright-Phillips will not make his first start for England playing on the left, as had been widely expected.', '"Shaun Wright-Phillips will probably start the game," said Eriksson.', '"But I\'m not going ... | [[-0.9548796 0.26015627 0.1511257 ... 0.03684371 0.79626775
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Chelsea winger Arjen Robben has broken two metatarsal bones in his foot and will be out for at least six weeks.
Robben had an MRI scan on the injury, sustained during the Premiership win at Blackburn, on Monday. "Six weeks is the average time to heal this injury and then I need a few more weeks to be completely fit a... | Chelsea winger Arjen Robben has broken two metatarsal bones in his foot and will be out for at least six weeks.And he added: "It felt different then last summer when I had the same injury on my other foot.Chelsea physio Mike Banks was hopeful that Robben could return at some point in March.Robben, who has been a key pa... | sport | [' Chelsea winger Arjen Robben has broken two metatarsal bones in his foot and will be out for at least six weeks.', ' Robben had an MRI scan on the injury, sustained during the Premiership win at Blackburn, on Monday.', '"Six weeks is the average time to heal this injury and then I need a few more weeks to be complet... | [[ 0.31041777 -1.0175521 0.8982994 ... -0.1575072 0.3162639
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0.0335... | ['Chelsea winger Arjen Robben has broken two metatarsal bones in his foot and will be out for at least six weeks.', 'And he added: "It felt different then last summer when I had the same injury on my other foot.', 'Chelsea physio Mike Banks was hopeful that Robben could return at some point in March.', "Robben, who has... | [[ 0.31041777 -1.0175521 0.8982994 ... -0.1575072 0.3162639
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Ryan Giggs will captain Wales as he wins his 50th cap in Wednesday's friendly against Hungary in Cardiff.
John Toshack, in his first game as coach after succeeding Mark Hughes, admits he is surprised that Giggs has only just reached the landmark. "With the games he's played for United, proportionately it doesn't seem... | "For this particular game I think it is appropriate that Ryan Giggs will be captain, it's his 50th cap and he's known for some time about that," Toshack said.On Wednesday night Toshack takes charge of his first match since replacing Hughes, and Giggs said: "It's my 50th cap and I am looking forward to it, and I hope to... | sport | [" Ryan Giggs will captain Wales as he wins his 50th cap in Wednesday's friendly against Hungary in Cardiff.", ' John Toshack, in his first game as coach after succeeding Mark Hughes, admits he is surprised that Giggs has only just reached the landmark.', '"With the games he\'s played for United, proportionately it do... | [[ 0.00708603 -0.15369196 0.8044073 ... 0.3783269 0.05611337
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Manchester City's Paul Bosvelt will find out "within a month" whether he is to be offered a new one-year deal.
The 34-year-old Dutch midfielder is out of contract in the summer and, although his age may count against him, he feels he can play on for another season. "I told the club I would like to stay for one more y... | They promised me an answer within the next month so I am waiting to see," he said.He is an unsung hero," said Keegan.Manchester City's Paul Bosvelt will find out "within a month" whether he is to be offered a new one-year deal.The 34-year-old Dutch midfielder is out of contract in the summer and, although his age may c... | sport | [' Manchester City\'s Paul Bosvelt will find out "within a month" whether he is to be offered a new one-year deal.', ' The 34-year-old Dutch midfielder is out of contract in the summer and, although his age may count against him, he feels he can play on for another season.', '"I told the club I would like to stay for ... | [[-0.44117647 -0.13417543 0.7382966 ... 0.18730766 0.19732878
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Rangers are set to loan out-of-favour midfielder Dragan Mladenovic to Real Sociedad, despite the closure of the January transfer window.
Sociedad have been given special permission by the Spanish FA to sign a player due to an injury crisis. Mladenovic will effectively replace former Rangers midfielder Mikel Arteta, w... | Rangers are set to loan out-of-favour midfielder Dragan Mladenovic to Real Sociedad, despite the closure of the January transfer window.Sociedad have been given special permission by the Spanish FA to sign a player due to an injury crisis.Mladenovic will effectively replace former Rangers midfielder Mikel Arteta, who h... | sport | [' Rangers are set to loan out-of-favour midfielder Dragan Mladenovic to Real Sociedad, despite the closure of the January transfer window.', ' Sociedad have been given special permission by the Spanish FA to sign a player due to an injury crisis.', 'Mladenovic will effectively replace former Rangers midfielder Mikel ... | [[-0.46449384 -0.06099141 0.70142883 ... 0.4203717 0.14940031
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BBC Sport reflects on the future for Liverpool after our exclusive interview with chief executive Rick Parry.
Chief executive Parry is the man at the helm as Liverpool reach the most crucial point in their recent history. Parry has to deliver a new 60,000-seat stadium in Stanley Park by 2007 amid claims of costs spir... | I would keep Gerrard.Parry labelled the deal "an eye-opener" and admits Liverpool would be missing a trick not to explore the possibilities.BBC Sport understands Morgan is still ready and willing to invest in Liverpool, and Parry has kept the door ajar despite currently seeking investment elsewhere.This will not come a... | sport | [' BBC Sport reflects on the future for Liverpool after our exclusive interview with chief executive Rick Parry.', ' Chief executive Parry is the man at the helm as Liverpool reach the most crucial point in their recent history.', "Parry has to deliver a new 60,000-seat stadium in Stanley Park by 2007 amid claims of c... | [[-0.01178275 0.00479824 0.74910414 ... -0.24882579 0.21130471
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For an international manager, a friendly provides an important opportunity to work with your players.
The only problem is that the game itself can often be a farce. Some people have been saying it would be better to get the players together for the week, and do away with the 90 minutes at the end.
I would say it's 5... | Some people have been saying it would be better to get the players together for the week, and do away with the 90 minutes at the end.I would say it's 50-50 whether you should have these games or not, and if you look at it that way you would probably say you're better not doing so.It would certainly keep club managers h... | sport | [' For an international manager, a friendly provides an important opportunity to work with your players.', ' The only problem is that the game itself can often be a farce.', 'Some people have been saying it would be better to get the players together for the week, and do away with the 90 minutes at the end.', " I wou... | [[-0.42626497 -0.07778038 0.5439879 ... 0.5039217 0.3004139
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Barcelona's pursuit of the Spanish title took a blow on Sunday as they fell to a 2-0 defeat at home to Atletico Madrid.
Fernando Torres gave Athletico an ideal start with a goal in the first minute. Ronaldino wasted a second-half chance to equalise for Barca when he put a penalty wide, but Torres made no such mistake... | Gravesen, who replaced Zidane, completed the scoring in the 84th minute with a low shot.England team-mate Michael Owen came on for Raul after 76 minutes with the game already won.Fernando Torres gave Athletico an ideal start with a goal in the first minute.David Beckham, watched by Sven-Goran Eriksson, came off in the ... | sport | [" Barcelona's pursuit of the Spanish title took a blow on Sunday as they fell to a 2-0 defeat at home to Atletico Madrid.", ' Fernando Torres gave Athletico an ideal start with a goal in the first minute.', 'Ronaldino wasted a second-half chance to equalise for Barca when he put a penalty wide, but Torres made no suc... | [[-0.08573435 -0.30570158 0.45118293 ... -0.41513738 0.8076115
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Listen to the full interview on Sport on Five and the BBC Sport website from 1900 GMT.
But Parry, speaking exclusively to BBC Sport, also admits Gerrard, who has been constantly linked with Chelsea, will have the final say on his future. He told BBC Five Live: "Steven is above money. He is the future of Liverpool. "I... | I would keep Gerrard.But when asked if Gerrard would be a Liverpool player on the first day of next season, Parry said: "I sincerely hope he will be."I think Steven would dearly love to win things with Liverpool more than he'd like to do anything else.Some Liverpool fans would find such a move highly controversial, but... | sport | [' Listen to the full interview on Sport on Five and the BBC Sport website from 1900 GMT.', ' But Parry, speaking exclusively to BBC Sport, also admits Gerrard, who has been constantly linked with Chelsea, will have the final say on his future.', 'He told BBC Five Live: "Steven is above money.', 'He is the future of L... | [[ 0.0213029 -0.51649666 0.6341511 ... -0.02654823 0.4027105
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Brentford face a home tie against holders Manchester United in the FA Cup sixth round if they can come through their replay against Southampton.
The League One side held the Saints at St Mary's in their fifth-round tie and were rewarded with a potential draw against Sir Alex Ferguson's side. Newcastle will be at home... | Brentford face a home tie against holders Manchester United in the FA Cup sixth round if they can come through their replay against Southampton.Newcastle v Tottenham or Nottingham Forest Southampton or Brentford v Manchester United Bolton v Arsenal or Sheffield United Burnley or Blackburn v Leicesterwas delighted to... | sport | [' Brentford face a home tie against holders Manchester United in the FA Cup sixth round if they can come through their replay against Southampton.', " The League One side held the Saints at St Mary's in their fifth-round tie and were rewarded with a potential draw against Sir Alex Ferguson's side.", 'Newcastle will b... | [[-0.08714751 0.11531831 0.5596767 ... -0.22253993 0.38834643
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England's defensive worries have deepened following the withdrawal of Tottenham's Ledley King from the squad to face Holland.
Chelsea's John Terry and Wayne Bridge are also out, leaving coach Sven-Goran Eriksson with a real problem for Wednesday's match at Villa Park. Injured Rio Ferdinand and Sol Campbell were both ... | But now he has pulled out with a bruised knee and is likely to be replaced by Carragher, alongside Brown.The 25-year-old was only called into the squad on Sunday night as cover following the enforced withdrawal of Upson, who has a hamstring injury.Injured Rio Ferdinand and Sol Campbell were both left out of the squad, ... | sport | [" England's defensive worries have deepened following the withdrawal of Tottenham's Ledley King from the squad to face Holland.", " Chelsea's John Terry and Wayne Bridge are also out, leaving coach Sven-Goran Eriksson with a real problem for Wednesday's match at Villa Park.", 'Injured Rio Ferdinand and Sol Campbell w... | [[-1.1417654 -0.0385812 0.01609705 ... 0.44223744 0.4676885
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Rio Ferdinand has said he is unsure of Malcolm Glazer's motives after the American billionaire launched a new offer to buy Manchester United.
The club have confirmed that the Glazer Family Partnership have submitted proposals of a third bid. "A lot of people want the club's interest to be with people who have grown u... | Glazer, currently owns a 28.1% stake in the club, and United's statement to the stock exchange said: "The board has noted the recent press speculation on this subject."The board can confirm that it has now received a detailed proposal subject to various pre-conditions which may form the basis of an offer for Manchester... | sport | [" Rio Ferdinand has said he is unsure of Malcolm Glazer's motives after the American billionaire launched a new offer to buy Manchester United.", ' The club have confirmed that the Glazer Family Partnership have submitted proposals of a third bid.', '"A lot of people want the club\'s interest to be with people who ha... | [[-0.31145713 -0.5838994 -0.20779893 ... 0.14766593 0.4065622
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The Premier League is attempting to find a mutually convenient date to investigate allegations Chelsea made an illegal approach for Ashley Cole.
Both Chelsea and Arsenal will be asked to give evidence to a Premier League commission, but no deadline has been put on when that meeting will convene. "It's hard to put a d... | Both Chelsea and Arsenal will be asked to give evidence to a Premier League commission, but no deadline has been put on when that meeting will convene.Now the Gunners have asked for an inquiry to look into claims that their player has been "tapped up".The Premier League is attempting to find a mutually convenient date ... | sport | [' The Premier League is attempting to find a mutually convenient date to investigate allegations Chelsea made an illegal approach for Ashley Cole.', ' Both Chelsea and Arsenal will be asked to give evidence to a Premier League commission, but no deadline has been put on when that meeting will convene.', '"It\'s hard ... | [[-6.8576890e-01 -1.9055605e-01 -2.0961434e-01 ... 3.9126474e-01
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Dundee United manager Ian McCall has won a reprieve from the sack, with chairman Eddie Thompson calling for an end to speculation over his future.
It is understood that McCall would have been sacked if Sheffield Wednesday manager Paul Sturrock had been willing to return to Tannadice. But Sturrock has distanced himsel... | Dundee United manager Ian McCall has won a reprieve from the sack, with chairman Eddie Thompson calling for an end to speculation over his future.Dundee United players had expressed their solidarity with McCall after their side's 3-0 Scottish Cup win over Queen of the South."Ian McCall and I have had a long and detaile... | sport | [' Dundee United manager Ian McCall has won a reprieve from the sack, with chairman Eddie Thompson calling for an end to speculation over his future.', ' It is understood that McCall would have been sacked if Sheffield Wednesday manager Paul Sturrock had been willing to return to Tannadice.', 'But Sturrock has distanc... | [[-0.19759479 -0.18862352 0.5862241 ... 0.53135186 0.38155255
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Liverpool winger Harry Kewell is struggling to recover from his Achilles tendinitis problem and may not recover until March, claims his agent.
Kewell, 26, had hoped to play against Fulham last weekend and to be ready for the Champions League tie against Bayer Leverkusen on 22 February. But Bernie Mandic said: "He's h... | Kewell, 26, had hoped to play against Fulham last weekend and to be ready for the Champions League tie against Bayer Leverkusen on 22 February.Mandic continued in the Sydney Morning Herald: "Harry's struggling a bit but the club are doing everything they can to get him right."Harry was desperate to be fit for the Fulha... | sport | [' Liverpool winger Harry Kewell is struggling to recover from his Achilles tendinitis problem and may not recover until March, claims his agent.', ' Kewell, 26, had hoped to play against Fulham last weekend and to be ready for the Champions League tie against Bayer Leverkusen on 22 February.', 'But Bernie Mandic said... | [[-0.37143442 -0.33952004 0.74361825 ... 0.16406685 0.11286943
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Scotland manager Walter Smith says he wants to restore the national team's respectability in world football.
Smith has joined his first squad for a three-day get-together near Manchester in preference to playing a friendly. While qualification for the 2006 World Cup appears to be beyond Scotland, Smith is anxious tha... | Smith has joined his first squad for a three-day get-together near Manchester in preference to playing a friendly.Scotland manager Walter Smith says he wants to restore the national team's respectability in world football.Smith, meeting a number of his squad for the first time, brought them together on Monday to outlin... | sport | [" Scotland manager Walter Smith says he wants to restore the national team's respectability in world football.", ' Smith has joined his first squad for a three-day get-together near Manchester in preference to playing a friendly.', 'While qualification for the 2006 World Cup appears to be beyond Scotland, Smith is an... | [[-0.14686063 0.14757133 0.08448165 ... 0.26523635 0.5443321
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Wales have a clutch of injury worries before Wednesday's international friendly against Hungary in Cardiff.
West Ham's Gavin Williams (ankle) looks certain to be out, so uncapped Wrexham defender Stephen Roberts is drafted in. Defenders Danny Gabbidon and Gareth Roberts, plus Ryan Giggs have hamstring concerns, while... | Coyne (Burnley), Jones (Wolves), Roberts (Wrexham), Collins (Sunderland), Edwards (Wolves), Gabbidon (Cardiff), Page (Cardiff), Partridge (Motherwell), Ricketts (Swansea), Roberts (Tranmere), Weston (Cardiff), Davies (Tottenham), Fletcher (West Ham), Giggs (Man Utd), Koumas (West Brom), Robinson (Sunderland), Savage (B... | sport | [" Wales have a clutch of injury worries before Wednesday's international friendly against Hungary in Cardiff.", " West Ham's Gavin Williams (ankle) looks certain to be out, so uncapped Wrexham defender Stephen Roberts is drafted in.", 'Defenders Danny Gabbidon and Gareth Roberts, plus Ryan Giggs have hamstring concer... | [[-0.31673306 -0.584941 1.1015503 ... 0.43829614 0.49510422
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Larne's teenage star Robbie Weir is poised to join Sunderland after turning down a move to Stoke City.
The 17-year-old Irish League midfielder was also being chased by Rangers and Fulham, but Mick McCarthy's side appear to have won the race. But Larne boss Jimmy McGeough has yet to confirm that Weir is on his way fro... | ''Robbie has an agreement with Larne that he can negotiate with interested clubs.But it would be great to see him making it at Sunderland.''"I heard on Sunday that he has joined Sunderland, but not from the lad himself," he said.''He has been on trial with a number of clubs. | sport | [" Larne's teenage star Robbie Weir is poised to join Sunderland after turning down a move to Stoke City.", " The 17-year-old Irish League midfielder was also being chased by Rangers and Fulham, but Mick McCarthy's side appear to have won the race.", 'But Larne boss Jimmy McGeough has yet to confirm that Weir is on hi... | [[-0.21909136 -0.21536489 0.40584818 ... 0.54270184 -0.18785985
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Newry City are expected to discuss legal avenues on Friday regarding overturning their ejection from the Nationwide Irish Cup.
The IFA upheld its original decision to throw Newry out of the cup following the Andy Crawford registration row. ''A law firm will put a case forward for Newry FC, and see what the legal impl... | ''A law firm will put a case forward for Newry FC, and see what the legal implications of all this is are,'' said Newry boss Roy McCreadie.The IFA upheld its original decision to throw Newry out of the cup following the Andy Crawford registration row.Newry City are expected to discuss legal avenues on Friday regarding ... | sport | [' Newry City are expected to discuss legal avenues on Friday regarding overturning their ejection from the Nationwide Irish Cup.', " The IFA upheld its original decision to throw Newry out of the cup following the Andy Crawford registration row. ''", "A law firm will put a case forward for Newry FC, and see what the ... | [[-0.04485347 -0.14612946 0.9070943 ... -0.21459253 -0.06700333
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The Republic of Ireland have arranged friendlies against China and Italy which will take place at Lansdowne Road in March and August.
Brian Kerr's side will face the 54th ranked Chinese on 29 March - just three days after the World Cup qualifier against Israel in Tel Aviv. Italy will visit on 17 August in what will b... | Italy will visit on 17 August in what will be a warm-up game ahead of the autumn World Cup qualifiers.In their last meeting, the Irish beat Italy in the 1994 World Cup Finals."The game will be ideal preparation for the three important World Cup qualifiers in the autumn.""We all witnessed the performances of the Asian t... | sport | [' The Republic of Ireland have arranged friendlies against China and Italy which will take place at Lansdowne Road in March and August.', " Brian Kerr's side will face the 54th ranked Chinese on 29 March - just three days after the World Cup qualifier against Israel in Tel Aviv.", 'Italy will visit on 17 August in wh... | [[ 0.0677723 0.3107262 1.1337125 ... -0.06048455 0.08271798
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Steve Finnan believes the Republic of Ireland can qualify directly for the World Cup finals.
After Saturday's superb display in the draw in Paris, Ireland face minnows the Faroe Islands in Dublin on Wednesday. The versatile Finnan, who starred against the French, is confident the group is Ireland's for the taking. "T... | Switzerland, Ireland, France and Israel are all now tied on five points from three matches - although the Republic look to have a slight edge after claiming away draws in Basel and Paris."In Paris, we looked good throughout the team and a point was the least we deserved because we had a number of chances."As I play on ... | sport | [' Steve Finnan believes the Republic of Ireland can qualify directly for the World Cup finals.', " After Saturday's superb display in the draw in Paris, Ireland face minnows the Faroe Islands in Dublin on Wednesday.", "The versatile Finnan, who starred against the French, is confident the group is Ireland's for the t... | [[ 0.08113334 -0.06751714 0.2042066 ... -0.73405075 0.41317216
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Republic of Ireland manager Brian Kerr has been granted his wish for a home game as the final World Cup qualifier.
Ireland will close their bid to reach the 2006 finals by playing Switzerland in Dublin on 12 October 2005. The Republic met the Swiss in their final Euro 2004 qualifier, losing 2-0 away and missing out o... | Republic of Ireland v Cyprus; France v Israel; Switzerland v Faroe Islands.Switzerland v Republic of Ireland; Israel v Cyprus; Faroe Islands v France.France v Republic of Ireland; Israel v Switzerland; Cyprus v Faroe Islands.Republic of Ireland v France; Cyprus v Switzerland; Faroe Islands v Israel.Switzerland v France... | sport | [' Republic of Ireland manager Brian Kerr has been granted his wish for a home game as the final World Cup qualifier.', ' Ireland will close their bid to reach the 2006 finals by playing Switzerland in Dublin on 12 October 2005.', 'The Republic met the Swiss in their final Euro 2004 qualifier, losing 2-0 away and miss... | [[ 0.11078047 0.2816218 0.2234961 ... -0.10432579 0.3186724
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Four African players, including Zimbabwe goalkeeper Energy Murambadoro, are all ready to play for Israeli club Hapoel Bnei Sakhnin in the Uefa Cup.
Bnei Sakhnin are the first Arab side ever to play in European competition and will play English Premiership side Newcastle United in the first round. Warriors' goalkeeper... | Four African players, including Zimbabwe goalkeeper Energy Murambadoro, are all ready to play for Israeli club Hapoel Bnei Sakhnin in the Uefa Cup.The club won the Israeli Cup final last season and are based in Sakhnin, which is near Haifa.Murambadoro moved to Israel recently after a brief stint with South African club... | sport | [' Four African players, including Zimbabwe goalkeeper Energy Murambadoro, are all ready to play for Israeli club Hapoel Bnei Sakhnin in the Uefa Cup.', ' Bnei Sakhnin are the first Arab side ever to play in European competition and will play English Premiership side Newcastle United in the first round.', "Warriors' g... | [[ 0.04657526 -0.15144241 0.5852525 ... -0.05751595 -0.04778307
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Iranian striker Vahid Hashemian will not travel to Israel for Bayern Munich's Champions League match against Maccabi Tel Aviv on Wednesday.
The German club said the player had pulled out because of a back injury. Iran refuses to recognise Israel's right to exist and does not allow its citizens to travel to the countr... | A Bayern spokesman said on Monday that the decision not to take Hashemian to Israel had been motivated only by his physical condition."He's got back pain and he couldn't train," the spokesman said.Iran gave judo world champion Arash Miresmaeili a $125,000 reward when he refused to fight an Israeli at the Athens Olympic... | sport | [" Iranian striker Vahid Hashemian will not travel to Israel for Bayern Munich's Champions League match against Maccabi Tel Aviv on Wednesday.", ' The German club said the player had pulled out because of a back injury.', "Iran refuses to recognise Israel's right to exist and does not allow its citizens to travel to t... | [[-0.25396186 -0.11522101 0.5795346 ... -0.06579928 0.6849582
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The Football Association has said it will not be bringing charges over the tunnel incident prior to the Arsenal and Manchester United game.
Arsenal's Patrick Vieira had earlier denied accusations that he threatened Gary Neville before the 4-2 defeat. Vieira also clashed with opposing skipper Roy Keane and referee Gra... | They are big enough players to handle themselves," said Vieira."Patrick Vieira is 6ft 4in and having a go at Gary Neville.Arsenal's Patrick Vieira had earlier denied accusations that he threatened Gary Neville before the 4-2 defeat."I thought it was a horrible game in the first half, and it was not much better in the s... | sport | [' The Football Association has said it will not be bringing charges over the tunnel incident prior to the Arsenal and Manchester United game.', " Arsenal's Patrick Vieira had earlier denied accusations that he threatened Gary Neville before the 4-2 defeat.", 'Vieira also clashed with opposing skipper Roy Keane and re... | [[ 0.1630315 -0.0560912 0.4460276 ... 0.33374098 0.41664636
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Newcastle boss Graeme Souness has reopened his dispute with Craig Bellamy after claiming the Welshman was "not good enough" for the Magpies. Bellamy left Newcastle to join Celtic on loan after a major row with Souness. Souness - who refused to refer to the 25-year-old by name - said Bellamy did not score enough goals ... | Souness - who refused to refer to the 25-year-old by name - said Bellamy did not score enough goals "The chap that's just gone has scored 9.3 goals a season in his time in senior football - half of those weren't even in the top flight," said Souness.Newcastle boss Graeme Souness has reopened his dispute with Craig Bell... | sport | [' Newcastle boss Graeme Souness has reopened his dispute with Craig Bellamy after claiming the Welshman was "not good enough" for the Magpies.', 'Bellamy left Newcastle to join Celtic on loan after a major row with Souness.', 'Souness - who refused to refer to the 25-year-old by name - said Bellamy did not score enoug... | [[-0.6163676 -0.26341948 0.1150126 ... 0.40095866 0.7852712
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A brave defensive display, led by keeper David James, helped Manchester City hold the leaders Chelsea.
After a quiet opening, James denied Damien Duff, Jiri Jarosik and Mateja Kezman, while Paul Bosvelt cleared William Gallas' header off the line. Robbie Fowler should have scored for the visitors but sent his header ... | Chelsea were now looking more like Premiership leaders and James kept out Kezman's fierce drive before Bosvelt and James combined to clear Gallas' header from Duff's corner.After a quiet opening, James denied Damien Duff, Jiri Jarosik and Mateja Kezman, while Paul Bosvelt cleared William Gallas' header off the line.Fir... | sport | [' A brave defensive display, led by keeper David James, helped Manchester City hold the leaders Chelsea.', " After a quiet opening, James denied Damien Duff, Jiri Jarosik and Mateja Kezman, while Paul Bosvelt cleared William Gallas' header off the line.", 'Robbie Fowler should have scored for the visitors but sent hi... | [[-0.9036642 -0.26748985 0.2909382 ... 0.07727838 0.09350587
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Barcelona assistant coach Henk Ten Cate has branded Chelsea's expected complaint to Uefa as "pathetic".
The Blues are poised to complain about an alleged half-time incident during Wednesday's 2-1 loss at the Nou Camp. The source of Chelsea's anger was an alleged talk between Barca boss Frank Rijkaard and referee Ande... | It was not logical he did not give a news conference," he said.It is not good behaviour after a match," he said.Uefa has said its own tunnel representative witnessed nothing unusual out of the ordinary during the half-time break.Barcelona assistant coach Henk Ten Cate has branded Chelsea's expected complaint to Uefa as... | sport | [' Barcelona assistant coach Henk Ten Cate has branded Chelsea\'s expected complaint to Uefa as "pathetic".', " The Blues are poised to complain about an alleged half-time incident during Wednesday's 2-1 loss at the Nou Camp.", "The source of Chelsea's anger was an alleged talk between Barca boss Frank Rijkaard and re... | [[-0.6158349 0.03727475 -0.07696096 ... 0.28094915 0.7520767
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Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has ordered captain Steven Gerrard not to play down their Champions League ambitions and be more positive.
Gerrard told the BBC Liverpool were unlikely to win the trophy this year. Benitez responded: "I spoke to Steven and said to him that in future it's better to think we can win the... | Benitez responded: "I spoke to Steven and said to him that in future it's better to think we can win the Champions League.Benitez is hoping to win his first trophy since arriving at Liverpool from Valencia when they play Chelsea in the Carling Cup on Sunday in Cardiff.Gerrard told the BBC Liverpool were unlikely to win... | sport | [' Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has ordered captain Steven Gerrard not to play down their Champions League ambitions and be more positive.', ' Gerrard told the BBC Liverpool were unlikely to win the trophy this year.', 'Benitez responded: "I spoke to Steven and said to him that in future it\'s better to think we c... | [[-0.51404244 0.2760669 0.2667606 ... -0.13999994 0.61894745
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England forward Michael Owen has told the BBC he is happy in Spain and has no plans to quit Real Madrid to return to the Premiership in the near future.
But the 25-year-old, who has spent much of his time coming off the bench in La Liga, did not rule out a return to the Premiership at some stage. "I'm pleased with th... | "For a fourth-choice striker at the start I'm more than happy with the way I've settled in."Recent speculation has linked Owen with a move back to England, with Newcastle expressing their interest, but the England striker said he is not ready to return home.England forward Michael Owen has told the BBC he is happy in S... | sport | [' England forward Michael Owen has told the BBC he is happy in Spain and has no plans to quit Real Madrid to return to the Premiership in the near future.', ' But the 25-year-old, who has spent much of his time coming off the bench in La Liga, did not rule out a return to the Premiership at some stage.', '"I\'m pleas... | [[-0.20566094 0.06450628 0.4790086 ... -0.02438286 0.15407792
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Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has been guaranteed transfer funds to boost his squad the summer.
The club's managing director, Keith Edelman, stressed that the development of their new £350m stadium had no affect on Wenger's spending power. "The money is there. Don't worry we've got it," Edelman told BBC Sport. "Hopeful... | Edelman added that it was pointless having a brand new stadium if the team did not match the surroundings."It's important that we had sufficient funds for our team in place, before we began on the stadium.""Its great to have nice, new surroundings, but if the team aren't performing on the pitch, then there isn't great ... | sport | [' Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has been guaranteed transfer funds to boost his squad the summer.', " The club's managing director, Keith Edelman, stressed that the development of their new £350m stadium had no affect on Wenger's spending power.", '"The money is there.', 'Don\'t worry we\'ve got it," Edelman told BBC S... | [[ 0.04200417 -0.00895362 -0.02893298 ... 0.36113077 0.12963359
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Boss Graeme Souness felt Newcastle were never really in danger of going out of the Uefa Cup against Heerenveen.
An early own goal followed by an Alan Shearer strike earned them a 2-1 win and a place in the Uefa Cup last 16. "Obviously with winning in the first leg it gave us a great advantage," he said after the 4-2 ... | "We got our goals early and in the minds of some players the job was done but then they got a goal and perhaps made us a bit nervous."But Souness said he did not think beating the record would have any bearing on his decision to retire at the end of the season."In the first half he did really well and did everything yo... | sport | [' Boss Graeme Souness felt Newcastle were never really in danger of going out of the Uefa Cup against Heerenveen.', ' An early own goal followed by an Alan Shearer strike earned them a 2-1 win and a place in the Uefa Cup last 16.', '"Obviously with winning in the first leg it gave us a great advantage," he said after... | [[-0.3651614 -0.10439401 0.1653779 ... -0.43842322 0.24010637
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Middlesbrough boss Steve McClaren hopes that Stewart Downing did not seriously damage his hamstring during the 2-1 Uefa Cup win over Graz AK.
The winger was carried off on a stretcher in the closing stages as Boro booked their place in the last 16. McClaren said: "Stewart has tweaked a hamstring, which is a blow for ... | And McClaren added: "Sporting are technically very good - Portuguese sides always are.Middlesbrough boss Steve McClaren hopes that Stewart Downing did not seriously damage his hamstring during the 2-1 Uefa Cup win over Graz AK.McClaren said: "Stewart has tweaked a hamstring, which is a blow for us."In the second half w... | sport | [' Middlesbrough boss Steve McClaren hopes that Stewart Downing did not seriously damage his hamstring during the 2-1 Uefa Cup win over Graz AK.', ' The winger was carried off on a stretcher in the closing stages as Boro booked their place in the last 16.', 'McClaren said: "Stewart has tweaked a hamstring, which is a ... | [[-0.28618473 -0.32323134 0.53980505 ... 0.15299189 0.16737738
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Goals from Gregory Vignal and Nacho Novo gave Rangers a scrappy victory at Celtic Park that moves them three points clear of the champions.
Rangers had rarely threatened until Celtic goalkeeper Rab Douglas let defender Vignal's 25-yard drive slip through his grasp and into the net. Opposite number Ronald Waterreus ha... | Rangers had rarely threatened until Celtic goalkeeper Rab Douglas let defender Vignal's 25-yard drive slip through his grasp and into the net.Hartson foxed Vignal at the edge of the Rangers box, but the striker's shot on the turn was again beaten away by Waterreus.But Rangers found Celtic harder to break down and Dougl... | sport | [' Goals from Gregory Vignal and Nacho Novo gave Rangers a scrappy victory at Celtic Park that moves them three points clear of the champions.', " Rangers had rarely threatened until Celtic goalkeeper Rab Douglas let defender Vignal's 25-yard drive slip through his grasp and into the net.", "Opposite number Ronald Wat... | [[ 0.18883926 -0.21685405 0.50499034 ... -0.11726929 0.37216967
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The Scottish Football Association is awaiting referee Hugh Dallas's report before acting against Hearts winger Saulius Mikoliunas.
Mikoliunas, 20, barged linesman Andy Davis, who had advised Dallas to award Rangers an injury-time penalty in Hearts's 2-1 defeat at Tynecastle. "He was sent off for violent conduct in th... | "We don't know how many red cards he was shown," said an SFA statement.Rangers' striker Dad Prso was also sent off during the same incident when he received a second yellow card for wrestling the ball away from Craig Gordon and leaving the Hearts keeper on the ground."But people have got to take into account why he was... | sport | [" The Scottish Football Association is awaiting referee Hugh Dallas's report before acting against Hearts winger Saulius Mikoliunas.", " Mikoliunas, 20, barged linesman Andy Davis, who had advised Dallas to award Rangers an injury-time penalty in Hearts's 2-1 defeat at Tynecastle.", '"He was sent off for violent cond... | [[ 0.19422485 0.06950261 0.2884218 ... 0.21995482 0.22999984
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Manchester United fans wearing Eric Cantona masks will not be allowed in Selhurst Park on Saturday.
United fans are planning to mark the 10th anniversary of Cantona's infamous kung-fu kick on Crystal Palace fan Matthew Simmons by wearing the masks. But Palace stadium manager Kevin Corner has warned: "If they wear the... | Manchester United fans wearing Eric Cantona masks will not be allowed in Selhurst Park on Saturday."And no fans wearing Cantona masks will be allowed entry to the stadium."Four months after the Cantona incident a Palace fan, Paul Nixon, was killed prior to an FA Cup semi-final at Villa Park. | sport | [' Manchester United fans wearing Eric Cantona masks will not be allowed in Selhurst Park on Saturday.', " United fans are planning to mark the 10th anniversary of Cantona's infamous kung-fu kick on Crystal Palace fan Matthew Simmons by wearing the masks.", 'But Palace stadium manager Kevin Corner has warned: "If they... | [[ 0.0735099 -0.19371776 0.7114449 ... -0.2768335 0.27336648
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Legendary Dutch coach Rinus Michels, the man credited with developing "total football", has died aged 77.
Referred to in the Netherlands as "the General", Michels led the Dutch at the 1974 World Cup - when they reached the final only to lose 2-1 to Germany. However, he guided his side to the 1988 European Championshi... | Michels had recently undergone heart surgery and Dutch football federation (KNVB) spokesman Frank Huizinga said: "He was one of the best coaches we had in history."His 1970s Dutch team was built around Johan Cruyff and Johan Neeskens and introduced the concept of 'total football' to the world.Legendary Dutch coach Rinu... | sport | [' Legendary Dutch coach Rinus Michels, the man credited with developing "total football", has died aged 77.', ' Referred to in the Netherlands as "the General", Michels led the Dutch at the 1974 World Cup - when they reached the final only to lose 2-1 to Germany.', 'However, he guided his side to the 1988 European Ch... | [[ 0.59994197 -0.7086729 -0.01536437 ... -0.42109773 0.7074771
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Tottenham manager Martin Jol acclaimed his players for their patience in their 3-0 FA Cup fifth-round victory over a determined Nottingham Forest side.
"We had the initiative but it wasn't easy. It was a professional sort of performance," the Dutchman said. "Forest played with a lot of players behind the ball in the ... | "If you play like we did and concede two goals from corners you're going to have an uphill battle against a very good team," he said."It wasn't the best display but it's all about the result," the Irishman said.It was a professional sort of performance," the Dutchman said.Looking ahead to the quarter-final, Jol said: "... | sport | [' Tottenham manager Martin Jol acclaimed his players for their patience in their 3-0 FA Cup fifth-round victory over a determined Nottingham Forest side.', ' "We had the initiative but it wasn\'t easy.', 'It was a professional sort of performance," the Dutchman said.', '"Forest played with a lot of players behind the... | [[-0.33000952 0.03101937 0.8154461 ... 0.200087 0.330279
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Michael Owen revelled in his return to the to the Real Madrid starting line-up and inspired a 3-1 win over Real Betis on Wednesday by scoring the first goal.
He said: "I am happy I could play a game from the start again. "I felt good all though the game and it is obvious that I am happy to have scored another goal. "... | Victory took Real to within six points of leaders Barcelona and Owen is confident Real can close the gap.Michael Owen revelled in his return to the to the Real Madrid starting line-up and inspired a 3-1 win over Real Betis on Wednesday by scoring the first goal."I felt good all though the game and it is obvious that I ... | sport | [' Michael Owen revelled in his return to the to the Real Madrid starting line-up and inspired a 3-1 win over Real Betis on Wednesday by scoring the first goal.', ' He said: "I am happy I could play a game from the start again.', '"I felt good all though the game', 'and it is obvious that I am happy to have scored ano... | [[-0.06918199 -0.17886953 0.43591213 ... -0.02638026 0.2453684
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Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson said his side's task against AC Milan would not be made any easier by the absence of Andriy Shevchenko.
Milan's talismanic European footballer of the year misses Wednesday's Champions League first-leg tie after fracturing his cheekbone. "It's a loss (to Milan), but it could... | "It's a loss (to Milan), but it could be worse if they didn't have such quality to bring in," Ferguson said.Our intention is not to adapt to their play but to play our game," he said.Milan beat Juventus in a penalty shootout after a 0-0 tie at Old Trafford and Ancelotti said: "We are all very happy to return (to Old Tr... | sport | [" Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson said his side's task against AC Milan would not be made any easier by the absence of Andriy Shevchenko.", " Milan's talismanic European footballer of the year misses Wednesday's Champions League first-leg tie after fracturing his cheekbone.", '"It\'s a loss (to Milan), bu... | [[-5.8750927e-01 -7.2445877e-02 2.5524905e-01 ... 2.0979615e-01
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Ian Rush's future as Chester manager is uncertain after he and assistant Mark Aizlewood refused a severance package.
Chester have won only two of their last 10 League games but Chairman Steve Vaughan claims he cannot afford to sack the 43-year-old Liverpool legend. Vaughan said: "I offered a financial settlement so t... | Chester have won only two of their last 10 League games but Chairman Steve Vaughan claims he cannot afford to sack the 43-year-old Liverpool legend.Chester were bottom of League Two when Rush took over but the former Liverpool striker enjoyed an impressive start to managerial life, taking the club into the third round ... | sport | [" Ian Rush's future as Chester manager is uncertain after he and assistant Mark Aizlewood refused a severance package.", ' Chester have won only two of their last 10 League games but Chairman Steve Vaughan claims he cannot afford to sack the 43-year-old Liverpool legend.', 'Vaughan said: "I offered a financial settle... | [[-4.6268199e-03 -5.7745431e-02 2.6139003e-01 ... 5.4765153e-01
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Jose Antonio Reyes has added to speculation linking him with a move from Arsenal to Real Madrid after falling victim to a radio prank.
The Spaniard believed he was talking to Real Madrid sporting director Emilio Butragueno when he allegedly berated his team-mates as "bad people". "I wish I was playing for Real Madrid... | "I'm happy Madrid is interested in me because it has always been my dream since I was little to play there."Jose Antonio Reyes has added to speculation linking him with a move from Arsenal to Real Madrid after falling victim to a radio prank."I have seen the stories in the media linking me with Real Madrid," he had sai... | sport | [' Jose Antonio Reyes has added to speculation linking him with a move from Arsenal to Real Madrid after falling victim to a radio prank.', ' The Spaniard believed he was talking to Real Madrid sporting director Emilio Butragueno when he allegedly berated his team-mates as "bad people".', '"I wish I was playing for Re... | [[ 2.2785078e-01 -5.0812507e-01 4.2617837e-01 ... -1.1204366e-01
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Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez was satisfied after his team's 3-1 win over Bayer Leverkusen despite conceding a goal in the last minute.
"Before the game if you had said the score will be 3-1 I would have happily accepted that," said Benitez. "But you must realise that you have to concentrate right to the very last se... | "Before the game if you had said the score will be 3-1 I would have happily accepted that," said Benitez."Steven Gerrard is a key player for us," said Benitez.There must be 11 players on the pitch all doing well."Benitez defended goalkeeper Jerzy Dudek, whose failure to hold on to Dimitar Berbatov's weak drive allowed ... | sport | [" Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez was satisfied after his team's 3-1 win over Bayer Leverkusen despite conceding a goal in the last minute.", ' "Before the game if you had said the score will be 3-1 I would have happily accepted that," said Benitez.', '"But you must realise that you have to concentrate right to the ver... | [[-0.25847608 -0.20459487 0.4031996 ... 0.20562011 0.35340628
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Newcastle boss Graeme Souness is lining up a summer move for England and Real Madrid striker Michael Owen.
He sees Owen as the ideal replacement for Alan Shearer, who is due to retire in the summer, although he hopes to persuade Shearer to carry on. "Michael is in the category of players who would excite the fans and... | Souness has also hinted he thinks Shearer may carry on despite his stated intent to retire at the end of the season.Newcastle boss Graeme Souness is lining up a summer move for England and Real Madrid striker Michael Owen."Without giving too much away, I am confident he will be here next season," said Souness.The Peruv... | sport | [' Newcastle boss Graeme Souness is lining up a summer move for England and Real Madrid striker Michael Owen.', ' He sees Owen as the ideal replacement for Alan Shearer, who is due to retire in the summer, although he hopes to persuade Shearer to carry on.', '"Michael is in the category of players who would excite the... | [[-0.0798289 0.12589869 0.3406401 ... 0.16566904 0.1525985
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Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger claimed their display in the 3-1 defeat against Bayern Munich was "our worst peformance in the Champions League".
Kolo Toure's late goal gives the Gunners hope for the second leg, but Wenger said: "The only positive is that we are still in the tie. "The players are really down in the dre... | Arsenal keeper Jens Lehmann, whose personal rivalry with Bayern goalkeeper Oliver Kahn was not helped by the result, said: "Do I blame myself for the third goal?Kolo Toure's late goal gives the Gunners hope for the second leg, but Wenger said: "The only positive is that we are still in the tie."It would have been impos... | sport | [' Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger claimed their display in the 3-1 defeat against Bayern Munich was "our worst peformance in the Champions League".', ' Kolo Toure\'s late goal gives the Gunners hope for the second leg, but Wenger said: "The only positive is that we are still in the tie.', '"The players are really down ... | [[-0.3479917 -0.01283789 0.22781897 ... -0.49926364 1.1188716
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AC Milan defender Jaap Stam says Manchester United "know they made a mistake" by selling him in 2001.
The sides meet at Old Trafford in the Champions League game on Wednesday and the 32-year-old's Dutchman's presence is sure to add spice to the fixture. "United made a mistake in selling me," Stam told Uefa's Champion... | "I was settled at Manchester United, but they wanted to sell me."I was settled at Manchester United, I had even just ordered a new kitchen, but they wanted to sell me," he said.But Ferguson insisted he sold the defender because the transfer fee was too good to refuse for a player past his prime.AC Milan defender Jaap S... | sport | [' AC Milan defender Jaap Stam says Manchester United "know they made a mistake" by selling him in 2001.', " The sides meet at Old Trafford in the Champions League game on Wednesday and the 32-year-old's Dutchman's presence is sure to add spice to the fixture.", '"United made a mistake in selling me," Stam told Uefa\'... | [[-0.65146166 -0.16144288 -0.35829562 ... 0.25156167 0.5683088
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Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has insisted that Sir Alex Ferguson and Arsene Wenger would swap places with him.
Mourinho's side were knocked out of the FA Cup by Newcastle last Sunday before seeing Barcelona secure a 2-1 Champions League first-leg lead in the Nou Camp. But he denied his club was suffering a dip in form ... | "The only thing they can say they are in a better position than us in is the FA Cup."They cannot speak to us about blips because they're not in a better position than us," Mourinho said."In the Champions League all three teams can either go through or go out but the one team that is in the best position is still Chelse... | sport | [' Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has insisted that Sir Alex Ferguson and Arsene Wenger would swap places with him.', " Mourinho's side were knocked out of the FA Cup by Newcastle last Sunday before seeing Barcelona secure a 2-1 Champions League first-leg lead in the Nou Camp.", 'But he denied his club was suffering a dip... | [[-0.90381473 -0.0236607 0.45388302 ... 0.36972827 0.1195138
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Former Blackburn boss Roy Hodgson says the Premiership should follow the rest of Europe and have a winter break - but insists that a gruelling domestic schedule will not damage the English elite's bid for Champions League glory.
Hodgson - now in charge at Viking Stavanger - was at Liverpool's clash with Bayer Leverku... | And Hodgson believes a winter break would be a positive step in the Premiership.In Italy the break was very short."The break gives them a chance to recover that energy and enthusiasm and, perhaps more importantly, recover their mental strength during the break and get ready for the games ahead.He said: "If we talk abou... | sport | [" Former Blackburn boss Roy Hodgson says the Premiership should follow the rest of Europe and have a winter break - but insists that a gruelling domestic schedule will not damage the English elite's bid for Champions League glory.", " Hodgson - now in charge at Viking Stavanger - was at Liverpool's clash with Bayer L... | [[-0.65227735 0.0032822 0.6624557 ... -0.33991134 0.430852
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Claudio Ranieri has been sacked as Valencia coach just eight months after taking charge at the Primera Liga club for the second time in his career.
The decision was taken at a board meeting following the side's surprise elimination from the Uefa Cup. "We understand, and he understands, that the results in the last fe... | Ranieri first took charge of Valencia in 1997, guiding them to the King's Cup and helping them to qualify for the Champions League.Claudio Ranieri has been sacked as Valencia coach just eight months after taking charge at the Primera Liga club for the second time in his career.Italian Ranieri took over the Valencia job... | sport | [' Claudio Ranieri has been sacked as Valencia coach just eight months after taking charge at the Primera Liga club for the second time in his career.', " The decision was taken at a board meeting following the side's surprise elimination from the Uefa Cup.", '"We understand, and he understands, that the results in th... | [[-0.48189107 -0.76460916 0.63795763 ... -0.19765878 0.90848285
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Aston Villa's Carlton Cole could be out for six weeks with a knee injury.
The striker, who is on a season-long loan from Chelsea, picked up the knock in an England Under-21 match against Holland earlier this month. "Carlton will be out of action for four to six weeks after a bad challenge," said Villa boss David O'Le... | Aston Villa's Carlton Cole could be out for six weeks with a knee injury.The return to fitness of Darius Vassell after four months out with a broken ankle and the emergence of Luke Moore has alleviated some of the Villa's manager's problems in that department."Carlton will be out of action for four to six weeks after a... | sport | [" Aston Villa's Carlton Cole could be out for six weeks with a knee injury.", ' The striker, who is on a season-long loan from Chelsea, picked up the knock in an England Under-21 match against Holland earlier this month.', '"Carlton will be out of action for four to six weeks after a bad challenge," said Villa boss D... | [[ 0.47635716 -1.1886787 1.0212778 ... -0.16583697 0.26960868
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Arsenal win 4-2 on penalties
The Spanish goalkeeper saved from Alan Quinn and Jon Harley as Arsenal sealed a quarter-final trip to Bolton with a 4-2 victory on penalties. Lauren, Patrick Vieira, Freddie Ljungberg and Ashley Cole scored for Arsenal, while Andy Gray and Phil Jagielka were on target for the Blades. Mich... | Michael Tonge and Harley wasted chances for the underdogs, but Paddy Kenny was inspired to keep Arsenal at bay.It was a revamped Arsenal line-up, and they were almost a goal behind within seconds as Tonge wasted a glorious chance.Arsenal continued to press, and once again Kenny was called into action with eight minutes... | sport | [' Arsenal win 4-2 on penalties The Spanish goalkeeper saved from Alan Quinn and Jon Harley as Arsenal sealed a quarter-final trip to Bolton with a 4-2 victory on penalties.', 'Lauren, Patrick Vieira, Freddie Ljungberg and Ashley Cole scored for Arsenal, while Andy Gray and Phil Jagielka were on target for the Blades.... | [[-0.25614297 -0.06748095 0.38847432 ... 0.02914651 0.6378071
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Ajax have refused to reveal whether Tottenham's boss Martin Jol is on the Dutch champions' shortlist to become the Amsterdam club's new coach.
Jol, who has coached in his native Holland, has guided Spurs to the Premiership's top eight. An Ajax spokesman told BBC Sport: "The coach must fit our profile - a coach who un... | Jol has been linked with the vacant post at Ajax, with reports saying he has fallen out with Spurs' sporting director Frank Arnesen.Ajax have refused to reveal whether Tottenham's boss Martin Jol is on the Dutch champions' shortlist to become the Amsterdam club's new coach.Cruyff has admitted he has been impressed by t... | sport | [" Ajax have refused to reveal whether Tottenham's boss Martin Jol is on the Dutch champions' shortlist to become the Amsterdam club's new coach.", " Jol, who has coached in his native Holland, has guided Spurs to the Premiership's top eight.", 'An Ajax spokesman told BBC Sport: "The coach must fit our profile - a coa... | [[-0.46672142 -0.033113 0.28613767 ... 0.03931094 0.76709616
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Liverpool forward Milan Baros is uncertain whether he remains part of boss Rafa Benitez's plans after being dropped for the Carling Cup final.
Baros, who is Liverpool's leading scorer this season, denied reports of a row with Benitez but claims he is mystified at being left on the bench. He told Czech newspaper Daily... | He told Czech newspaper Daily Sport: "I don't know why I didn't play on Sunday.Baros, who is Liverpool's leading scorer this season, denied reports of a row with Benitez but claims he is mystified at being left on the bench.And although Baros insisted thoughts of quitting Anfield are "not in my mind right now", he admi... | sport | [" Liverpool forward Milan Baros is uncertain whether he remains part of boss Rafa Benitez's plans after being dropped for the Carling Cup final.", " Baros, who is Liverpool's leading scorer this season, denied reports of a row with Benitez but claims he is mystified at being left on the bench.", 'He told Czech newspa... | [[ 0.06329394 -0.4163774 0.4930676 ... 0.06489925 0.04247332
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Southampton's David Prutton faces a possible seven-match ban when he goes before the Football Association.
The 23-year-old has admitted two charges of improper conduct following his dismissal against Arsenal. The first charge relates to his failure to leave the field promptly, pushing referee Alan Wiley and remonstra... | He was out of order but he knows that," said Redknapp.Prutton has apologised publicly for his actions and to Arsenal's Robert Pires, who was injured in a wild tackle by the Saints' midfield man."He's a decent lad."David has made a big mistake and he knows it.Paolo di Canio was given a seven-match suspension when he pus... | sport | [" Southampton's David Prutton faces a possible seven-match ban when he goes before the Football Association.", ' The 23-year-old has admitted two charges of improper conduct following his dismissal against Arsenal.', 'The first charge relates to his failure to leave the field promptly, pushing referee Alan Wiley and ... | [[ 0.05761898 -0.4945526 0.56658274 ... 0.16866453 0.9651533
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Injured Chelsea winger Arjen Robben has insisted that he only has a 10% chance of making a return against Barcelona in the Champions League.
The 21-year-old has been sidelined since breaking a foot against Blackburn last month. Chelsea face Barcelona at home on 8 March having lost 2-1 in the first leg. And Robben tol... | Injured Chelsea winger Arjen Robben has insisted that he only has a 10% chance of making a return against Barcelona in the Champions League.Robben has been an inspirational player for Chelsea this season following a switch from PSV Einhoven last summer.He added: "My recovery is going better than we expected a few weeks... | sport | [' Injured Chelsea winger Arjen Robben has insisted that he only has a 10% chance of making a return against Barcelona in the Champions League.', ' The 21-year-old has been sidelined since breaking a foot against Blackburn last month.', 'Chelsea face Barcelona at home on 8 March having lost 2-1 in the first leg.', 'An... | [[-0.6042713 -0.54344696 0.37425968 ... -0.13410348 0.24742115
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Adriano's agent Gilmar Rinaldi has insisted that he has had no contact with Chelsea over the striker.
Chelsea were reported to have made inquiries about Inter Milan's 22-year-old Brazilian star. Rinaldi told BBC Sport from Rio de Janeiro: "I can assure you that Chelsea have had no dealings whatsoever with either me o... | Rinaldi told BBC Sport: "I have to say that nobody from Chelsea or any other London club has contacted me.Adriano's agent Gilmar Rinaldi has insisted that he has had no contact with Chelsea over the striker.But Rinaldi said: "I cannot give you a price that Inter would accept for Adriano.Rinaldi told BBC Sport from Rio ... | sport | [" Adriano's agent Gilmar Rinaldi has insisted that he has had no contact with Chelsea over the striker.", " Chelsea were reported to have made inquiries about Inter Milan's 22-year-old Brazilian star.", 'Rinaldi told BBC Sport from Rio de Janeiro: "I can assure you that Chelsea have had no dealings whatsoever with ei... | [[-0.6626154 0.21045193 -0.55842596 ... 0.29398966 0.41019773
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The Football Association will take no action against Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho following his sending-off in Sunday's Carling Cup final.
Mourinho, who was sent from the touchline for appearing to taunt Liverpool fans, has been "reminded of his responsibilities to the game". But the FA confirmed: "There will be no fur... | The Football Association will take no action against Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho following his sending-off in Sunday's Carling Cup final.Mourinho still faces an FA investigation into his allegation that Manchester United's players 'cheated' during January's Carling Cup semi-final at Stamford Bridge.And a charge of faili... | sport | [" The Football Association will take no action against Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho following his sending-off in Sunday's Carling Cup final.", ' Mourinho, who was sent from the touchline for appearing to taunt Liverpool fans, has been "reminded of his responsibilities to the game".', 'But the FA confirmed: "There will ... | [[-0.19733506 0.0146903 0.45346 ... 0.05015995 0.49988723
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Spain coach Luis Aragones is furious after being fined by The Spanish Football Federation for his comments about Thierry Henry.
The 66-year-old criticised his 3000 euros (£2,060) punishment even though it was far below the maximum penalty. "I am not guilty, nor do I accept being judged for actions against the image ... | Alberto Flores, president of the Spanish FA's disciplinary committee, said no-one in the committee felt Aragones was a racist nor had "acted in a racist way.""You compare his fine and my fine, and if you consider his was for racist abuse, then you seem to get away with it more in Spain than you should," Wenger said.Ara... | sport | [' Spain coach Luis Aragones is furious after being fined by The Spanish Football Federation for his comments about Thierry Henry.', ' The 66-year-old criticised his 3000 euros (£2,060) punishment even though it was far below the maximum penalty.', '"I am not guilty, nor do I accept being judged for actions against t... | [[ 0.07995043 -0.42049837 0.05171585 ... 0.01599687 0.6495871
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Middlesbrough midfielder James Morrison has been ruled out for up to eight weeks after an operation on Tuesday.
The 18-year-old, who has played in 13 of the club's last 14 games, had surgery to repair a double hernia. A club spokesman confirmed: "It is a bilateral sportsman's hernia, which was operated on yesterday."... | Morrison was sent for scans after being substituted at half-time during Boro's 2-1 UEFA Cup win over Graz AK in which he scored the equaliser.Meanwhile, the kick-off time for Boro's Uefa Cup match at Sporting Lisbon on 17 March has been brought forward from 2115 GMT to 1945 GMT.The 18-year-old, who has played in 13 of ... | sport | [' Middlesbrough midfielder James Morrison has been ruled out for up to eight weeks after an operation on Tuesday.', " The 18-year-old, who has played in 13 of the club's last 14 games, had surgery to repair a double hernia.", 'A club spokesman confirmed: "It is a bilateral sportsman\'s hernia, which was operated on y... | [[-0.3717853 -1.0673583 0.92736995 ... -0.08795981 0.5629617
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Sir Bobby Robson has offered Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho some advice on coping under pressure.
The pair worked together at Barcelona and Porto and Robson had a word of warning for his protege. "It has all gone for him just lately and that is marvellous, but sometimes you have to have a bit of humility and learn how to... | "I know the area I am capable of working in and of course I would like a job in the Premiership if one was available.Robson also admitted he would relish the chance to get back into management and test his skills against Mourinho.Sir Bobby Robson has offered Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho some advice on coping under pressu... | sport | [' Sir Bobby Robson has offered Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho some advice on coping under pressure.', ' The pair worked together at Barcelona and Porto and Robson had a word of warning for his protege.', '"It has all gone for him just lately and that is marvellous, but sometimes you have to have a bit of humility and lea... | [[-1.6710691 -0.0961602 0.14211626 ... 0.84646463 0.03941658
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Queens Park Rangers keeper Chris Day is set to join Preston on a month's loan.
Day has been displaced by the arrival of Simon Royce, who is in his second month on loan from Charlton. QPR have also signed Italian Generoso Rossi. R's manager Ian Holloway said: "Some might say it's a risk as he can't be recalled during ... | Day has been displaced by the arrival of Simon Royce, who is in his second month on loan from Charlton.Queens Park Rangers keeper Chris Day is set to join Preston on a month's loan.Meanwhile, Holloway is hoping to complete the signing of Middlesbrough defender Andy Davies - either permanently or again on loan - before ... | sport | [" Queens Park Rangers keeper Chris Day is set to join Preston on a month's loan.", ' Day has been displaced by the arrival of Simon Royce, who is in his second month on loan from Charlton.', 'QPR have also signed Italian Generoso Rossi.', 'R\'s manager Ian Holloway said: "Some might say it\'s a risk as he can\'t be r... | [[-0.9325512 -0.03258894 0.4661499 ... 0.20345838 0.03173723
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Chelsea goalkeeper Carlo Cudicini will miss Sunday's Carling Cup final after the club dropped their appeal against his red card against Newcastle.
The Italian was sent off for bringing down Shola Ameobi in the final minute of Sunday's match. Blues boss Jose Mourinho had promised to pick Cudicini for the final instead... | But Mourinho has used Cudicini regularly in the Carling Cup, and the Italian has only let in one goal in his four appearances during Chelsea's run to the final.Cudicini kept a club record 24 clean sheets last season for Chelsea, but Petr Cech has established himself as first choice for Mourinho since moving to Stamford... | sport | [" Chelsea goalkeeper Carlo Cudicini will miss Sunday's Carling Cup final after the club dropped their appeal against his red card against Newcastle.", " The Italian was sent off for bringing down Shola Ameobi in the final minute of Sunday's match.", 'Blues boss Jose Mourinho had promised to pick Cudicini for the fina... | [[ 0.08629343 -0.23313369 0.64087844 ... 0.1714889 0.3820099
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Everton striker James Beattie has been declared fit for training on Tuesday, despite suffering an alleged assault last Saturday.
Beattie, 27, is not believed to be as seriously hurt as some reports have suggested after being "the victim of an unprovoked assault" in Birmingham. He was on a night out with his girlfrien... | Beattie was suspended for the win at Aston Villa after his red card against Chelsea and he will be available again for the Merseyside derby at Liverpool on 20 March.Everton striker James Beattie has been declared fit for training on Tuesday, despite suffering an alleged assault last Saturday.He was on a night out with ... | sport | [' Everton striker James Beattie has been declared fit for training on Tuesday, despite suffering an alleged assault last Saturday.', ' Beattie, 27, is not believed to be as seriously hurt as some reports have suggested after being "the victim of an unprovoked assault" in Birmingham.', "He was on a night out with his ... | [[-0.36667606 -0.6318109 0.48126158 ... 0.5629711 0.4410821
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Manchester City boss Kevin Keegan has praised striker Robbie Fowler for his landmark return to form.
The 29-year-old, out of favour at City earlier this season, took his Premiership goal tally past 150 with a brace in Monday's 3-2 win at Norwich. "He is still a quality player and knows where the net is - we have just... | Fowler's double strike helped City come back from two goals down to clinch a dramatic win at Carrow Road and Keegan sympathised with Norwich boss Nigel Worthington afterwards."He is still a quality player and knows where the net is - we have just got to supply him with ammunition and, in the end, we did," Keegan said.M... | sport | [' Manchester City boss Kevin Keegan has praised striker Robbie Fowler for his landmark return to form.', " The 29-year-old, out of favour at City earlier this season, took his Premiership goal tally past 150 with a brace in Monday's 3-2 win at Norwich.", '"He is still a quality player and knows where the net is - we ... | [[ 0.12264516 0.1565187 0.5701452 ... 0.6785947 0.15564695
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Liverpool legend Phil Thompson has pleaded with Steve Gerrard to reject any overtures from Chelsea.
The ex-Reds assistant boss also warned that any honours won at Chelsea would be cheapened by the bid to buy success. He told BBC Radio Five Live: "Liverpool would think about any bid made but it will all be down to Ste... | Liverpool legend Phil Thompson has pleaded with Steve Gerrard to reject any overtures from Chelsea.Thompson reacted sharply to some Liverpool supporters, who criticised Gerrard's performance in the Carling Cup final against Chelsea.He's always put Liverpool first.""I hope Champions League football will beckon for Liver... | sport | [' Liverpool legend Phil Thompson has pleaded with Steve Gerrard to reject any overtures from Chelsea.', ' The ex-Reds assistant boss also warned that any honours won at Chelsea would be cheapened by the bid to buy success.', 'He told BBC Radio Five Live: "Liverpool would think about any bid made but it will all be do... | [[-0.66551 0.05214305 -0.0935738 ... 0.47906107 0.21911009
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Ashley Cole has refused to blame Robin van Persie for leaving Arsenal with no fully-fit strikers for the FA Cup fifth round replay at Sheffield United.
Van Persie is suspended alongside Dennis Bergkamp and Jose Antonio Reyes after being sent off at Southampton when Arsenal had a numerical advantage. Thierry Henry is ... | "It does not look like Pires will be ready for two to three weeks."Ashley Cole has refused to blame Robin van Persie for leaving Arsenal with no fully-fit strikers for the FA Cup fifth round replay at Sheffield United.Cole added: "I've done it before and I hope they didn't blame me for anything.Wenger added: "It doesn'... | sport | [' Ashley Cole has refused to blame Robin van Persie for leaving Arsenal with no fully-fit strikers for the FA Cup fifth round replay at Sheffield United.', ' Van Persie is suspended alongside Dennis Bergkamp and Jose Antonio Reyes after being sent off at Southampton when Arsenal had a numerical advantage.', 'Thierry ... | [[-0.21197434 -0.28127247 0.3820427 ... 0.21297766 0.74764377
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Ewood Park
Tuesday, 1 March
2000 GMT
Howard Webb (South Yorkshire)
home to Leicester in the quarter-finals
But defender Andy Todd is suspended and could be replaced by Dominic Matteo - if he recovers from a hamstring injury. Burnley have major injury concerns over Frank Sinclair and John McGreal. Michael Duff loo... | - Rovers, who are aiming to win the Cup for a seventh time in their history and first time in 77 years, face another replay against Championship opposition after eventually disposing of Cardiff at Ewood Park in the third round.- While Blackburn have not played since the fifth round tie, Burnley have had two League outi... | sport | [' Ewood Park Tuesday, 1 March 2000 GMT Howard Webb (South Yorkshire) home to Leicester in the quarter-finals But defender Andy Todd is suspended and could be replaced by Dominic Matteo - if he recovers from a hamstring injury.', 'Burnley have major injury concerns over Frank Sinclair and John McGreal.', 'Michael ... | [[-0.5980555 -0.3272213 0.67644805 ... 0.2820473 0.46327475
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Griffin Park
Tuesday, 1 March
1945 GMT
Barry Knight (Kent)
home to Manchester United in the quarter-finals
Midfielder Andrew Frampton and striker Deon Burton are both slight doubts with hamstring injuries, but should be fit Saints are missing their entire first-choice midfield of Jamie Redknapp, Graeme Le Saux, N... | Victory over Premiership strugglers Southampton, would bring the mighty Manchester United to Griffin Park and a gigantic pay day for the sole League One survivors.- To get to within two matches of a second visit to the Millennium Stadium in three years for the final, Harry Redknapp must guide his side past a club 36 pl... | sport | [' Griffin Park Tuesday, 1 March 1945 GMT Barry Knight (Kent) home to Manchester United in the quarter-finals Midfielder Andrew Frampton and striker Deon Burton are both slight doubts with hamstring injuries, but should be fit Saints are missing their entire first-choice midfield of Jamie Redknapp, Graeme Le Saux,... | [[-0.7353863 -0.2163909 0.50145006 ... 0.29370606 0.6104277
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Marcel Desailly insists there is no chance of history repeating itself when Chelsea take on Barcelona on Wednesday.
The French star was part of the Chelsea side crushed 5-1 at the Nou Camp in the Champions League quarter-final second leg in 2000. "Things will be totally different this time," he told BBC Sport. "Now e... | The French star was part of the Chelsea side crushed 5-1 at the Nou Camp in the Champions League quarter-final second leg in 2000.Marcel Desailly insists there is no chance of history repeating itself when Chelsea take on Barcelona on Wednesday.Former Chelsea captain Desailly, who is now playing for Al-Gharafa in Qatar... | sport | [' Marcel Desailly insists there is no chance of history repeating itself when Chelsea take on Barcelona on Wednesday.', ' The French star was part of the Chelsea side crushed 5-1 at the Nou Camp in the Champions League quarter-final second leg in 2000.', '"Things will be totally different this time," he told BBC Spor... | [[-0.76863945 0.07132885 0.68159163 ... -0.0575201 0.2921429
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Marcel Desailly insists there is no chance of history repeating itself when Chelsea take on Barcelona on Wednesday.
The French star was part of the Chelsea side crushed 5-1 at the Nou Camp in the Champions League quarter-final second leg in 2000. "Things will be totally different this time," he told BBC Sport. "Now e... | The French star was part of the Chelsea side crushed 5-1 at the Nou Camp in the Champions League quarter-final second leg in 2000.Marcel Desailly insists there is no chance of history repeating itself when Chelsea take on Barcelona on Wednesday.Former Chelsea captain Desailly, who is now playing for Al-Gharafa in Qatar... | sport | [' Marcel Desailly insists there is no chance of history repeating itself when Chelsea take on Barcelona on Wednesday.', ' The French star was part of the Chelsea side crushed 5-1 at the Nou Camp in the Champions League quarter-final second leg in 2000.', '"Things will be totally different this time," he told BBC Spor... | [[-0.76863945 0.07132885 0.68159163 ... -0.0575201 0.2921429
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Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho expects the Champions League clash with Barcelona to be a fight to the finish.
Mourinho is relishing the first leg of the tie against his former club in the last 16 in the Nou Camp. He said: "I wouldn't be surprised if nothing had been decided by the last minute of the return leg and the... | Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho expects the Champions League clash with Barcelona to be a fight to the finish.Barcelona star Ronaldinho admitted: "I think that it is going to be a difficult match for us because Chelsea have a good team full of big stars.Nevertheless, Barcelona are accustomed to playing big games at the N... | sport | [' Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho expects the Champions League clash with Barcelona to be a fight to the finish.', ' Mourinho is relishing the first leg of the tie against his former club in the last 16 in the Nou Camp.', 'He said: "I wouldn\'t be surprised if nothing had been decided by the last minute of the return l... | [[-0.36621916 -0.06658942 0.48055163 ... -0.39911628 0.07829193
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Holders Manchester United and Premiership leaders Chelsea both face difficult away ties against Premiership opposition in the FA Cup fifth round.
United were drawn against Everton, while Chelsea face a trip to Newcastle. Brentford and Hartlepool - the only sides left from outside the top two divisions - will replay f... | Arsenal were handed a potential home tie against fellow Londoners West Ham, providing the Hammers come through their replay against Sheffield United.: Bolton v Derby or Fulham West Bromwich Albion or Tottenham v Nottingham Forest Everton v Manchester United Charlton Athletic v Leicester City Burnley v Blackburn So... | sport | [' Holders Manchester United and Premiership leaders Chelsea both face difficult away ties against Premiership opposition in the FA Cup fifth round.', ' United were drawn against Everton, while Chelsea face a trip to Newcastle.', 'Brentford and Hartlepool - the only sides left from outside the top two divisions - will... | [[-0.6935807 -0.17398793 0.7724557 ... -0.46356025 0.8108644
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Bolton boss Sam Allardyce has signed Roma defender Vincent Candela on a five-month deal.
The 31-year-old former France international gave his last press conference as a Roma player on Monday, anouncing his move to Bolton. "I have signed a five-month contract with Bolton," said Candela, who will travel to England on T... | Bolton boss Sam Allardyce has signed Roma defender Vincent Candela on a five-month deal."In light of what has happened to Nicky Hunt, with his injury, it might be a blessing in disguise that we can bring in a highly-experienced full-back to help with our injuries at the back," Allardyce said."He has an outstanding pedi... | sport | [' Bolton boss Sam Allardyce has signed Roma defender Vincent Candela on a five-month deal.', ' The 31-year-old former France international gave his last press conference as a Roma player on Monday, anouncing his move to Bolton.', '"I have signed a five-month contract with Bolton," said Candela, who will travel to Eng... | [[-0.7298418 -0.54186404 0.19097385 ... 0.05136445 0.2675005
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Norwich have signed Charlton midfielder Graham Stuart until the end of the season for an undisclosed fee.
"It was a very easy decision to make," the 34-year-old told Norwich's website. "The attraction for me was to continue to play in the Premiership." Canaries boss Nigel Worthington added: "I'm delighted that Graham... | Stuart has extensive top-flight experience with Everton, Chelsea and Charlton and can play across the midfield positions.Stuart, a former England Under-21 international, made 110 appearances for Chelsea, scoring 18 goals, before joining Everton.Norwich have signed Charlton midfielder Graham Stuart until the end of the ... | sport | [' Norwich have signed Charlton midfielder Graham Stuart until the end of the season for an undisclosed fee.', ' "It was a very easy decision to make," the 34-year-old told Norwich\'s website.', '"The attraction for me was to continue to play in the Premiership."', 'Canaries boss Nigel Worthington added: "I\'m delight... | [[-0.33303517 -0.4287342 0.4174587 ... 0.5490735 0.22703552
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