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UEFA Champions League 2009-2010 – Group Stage Draw LIVEBLOG

This article refers to an earlier version of the Champions League draw. Go to the latest Champions League draw article. The draw for the 2009-2010 UEFA Champions League group stages took place today in Monaco. While we wait for Europe’s top-club competition to finally set sail, this a 30 minutes of drama every fan must…

Transfer Rumors (26 August 09): Aston Villa close on Warnock, Birmingham move for Boro’s Tuncay, Russian return for Spurs’ Pavlyuchenko, and more

After giving you a rundown of the latest transfer news and rumors earlier today, I’m back this evening with another fresh batch of signings and speculation. Despite an extremely impressive performance in holding Liverpool to a solitary goal in their surprise win at Anfield on Monday, Martin O’Neill is making it a priority to bolster…

Transfer Rumors (25 August 09): Liverpool to rival Man United for Real’s Robben, Everton sign Russian star Bilyaletdinov, Notts County sign Sol Campbell, and more

With only a week left in the summer transfer window, time is running out for those clubs looking to make some much-needed additions to their squads. Between now and Tuesday, we should see plenty of transfer signings and speculation, so strap in and get ready for the ride. The top clubs might not be dominating…

Serie A 09/10 Preview: Can anyone stop Inter?

Italian football has been blighted by a series of exposing scandals in recent years; Calciopoli in 2006, the Plusvalenze scandal and the murder of a Lazio fan by police in 2007 all degrading the once esteemed reputation of Serie A. The 2008/09 season, however, did much to restore people’s faith in Italian football, a campaign…

Transfer Rumors (14 August 09): Everton eye Newcastle’s Taylor, Fulham close on Duff, Sunderland target Arsenal’s Senderos, and more

Today, pickings are a little slim in regards to big transfer rumors, but even so, you know you can count on me to bring you what’s in the news. A few Premier League sides are busy trying to strengthen their numbers at the back as the season gets ready to kick off, and as a…

Transfer Rumors (11 August 09): Chelsea to bid for Ribery and Pazzini, Everton reject Lescott’s request for Man City move, AC Milan target Tottenham’s Bale, and more

The word of the day is…persistence. Manchester City haven’t given up in their pursuit of Everton defender Joleon Lescott, despite there not being any indication from Everton that they want to let Lescott go without a serious scrap. While their persistence might not be paying off (yet, at least), it’s paying off for Hull City….

Transfer Rumors (2 August 09): Man United to move for Aguero, Chelsea to seal Pirlo deal this week, Liverpool in talks for Roma’s Aquilani, and more

The Sunday papers always make for interesting reading when it comes to transfer gossip, so this morning’s roundup is no exception. From the looks of Sunday’s gossip, we’re in store for quite the busy week as clubs try to make some late reinforcements before their seasons get underway. We’re finally going to have an end…

Transfer Rumors (30 July 09): Liverpool’s Alonso submits transfer request, Vieira being lined up for Arsenal return, Tottenham stay hot on Huntelaar trail, and more

Often enough, asking nicely is the key to getting something that you want, and it looks like that might be the case with soon-to-be former Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso, who could be on a flight to Madrid sometime in the next few days to complete his dream move to Real Madrid. Unfortunately for Javier Mascherano,…

Transfer Rumors (27 July 09): Arsenal’s Toure set for Man City move, Pompey’s Crouch signs for Tottenham, Inter’s Ibrahmovic seals Barca move, and more

So, now that John Terry’s staying at Chelsea, surely there’s nothing to fill up the transfer pages, right? Far from it, as Monday saw plenty of money change hands (or get ready to). We’ve got a few big-money deals to add to the latest updates to our summer transfer lists, and there are a few…

Inter sweeps AC Milan for third place in World Football Challenge

Watch Milan v Inter live online here. Tied for third place in the inaugural World Football Challenge tournament, Inter and AC Milan fought for pride at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts, and Jose Mourinho’s Inter kept their dignity with a 2-0 win over hometown rival AC Milan. Chelsea won the tournament July 26 by shutting…