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Made it Ma! Top of the World! How Corinthians left Chelsea singing the Blues at the World Club Cup
It’s not known if Jimmy Cagney, responsible for the words above, had a favourite Brazilian football team, but if he did, the smart money might go on it having been Corinthians.
By James Young | Football, Sport | Monday, 17 December 2012 at 1:54 pm
Championship Preview: Time running out for Jones
For a club the size of Sheffield Wednesday, Championship football is the very minimum. For Barnsley, who have one of the poorest average attendances in the Championship, League One football would diminish the crowds even further. Therefore the predicament they both find themselves in, is getting serious.
By Jonathan Campkin | Football, Sport | Friday, 14 December 2012 at 1:36 pm
The Football Lawyer: A move to Premier League is no easy step for African footballers
The leap to Europe is still a bracing one for many footballers to make. To make that leap as safely as possible, there’s nothing like the welcoming cushion of a well-negotiated contract.
By John Blavo | Football, Sport | Friday, 14 December 2012 at 1:02 am
Steve Bruce’s early success at Hull City a triumph of personality rather than strategy
When Steve Bruce was sacked by Sunderland just over a year ago, it was natural to wonder whether his managerial career would ever be the same again
By Michael Holden | Football, Sport | Thursday, 13 December 2012 at 1:02 am
Must Watch: Hiroshima celebrate in ’sumo’ style at the Club World Cup
How do you express that feeling that only a goal in a fifth-place play-off at the Club World Cup can give you?
By Simon Rice | Football, Sport | Wednesday, 12 December 2012 at 4:06 pm
Lyon go five points clear after derby win
Ten man Lyon recorded a 1-0 victory over arch rivals St Etienne in the Derby du Rhone on Sunday to retain top spot in Ligue 1.
By Matthew Riding | Football, Sport | Wednesday, 12 December 2012 at 1:03 am
Tactics Talk: How did Manchester United win the tactical battle against City?
Where Mario Balotelli struggled on another afternoon battling his demons, Wayne Rooney was industrious, creative and effective in a man of the match display.
By Jonny Boyle | Football, Sport | Tuesday, 11 December 2012 at 2:54 pm
The cultural lessons footballers really need to know
Expect to be considered a diver, until proven otherwise.
By Simon Rice | Football, Sport | Tuesday, 11 December 2012 at 11:00 am
Rafael Benitez cannot afford to return from Japan empty-handed
Chelsea are taking part in the Club World Cup – the third side Benitez has managed at the tournament.
By Charles Reynolds | Football, Sport | Monday, 10 December 2012 at 12:42 pm
Chance for Panathinaikos to salvage some pride against Tottenham
Panathinaikos have the chance to qualify for the Europa League knockout stage if they can overcome Tottenham at White Hart Lane tonight.
By Chris Wheatley | Football, Sport | Thursday, 6 December 2012 at 1:23 pm
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