Football

Blatter was initially opposed to the idea of using goal-line technology but changed his stance two years ago when he saw England denied a clear goal by midfielder Frank Lampard against Germany at the 2010 World Cup.

Sneijder has made it clear that he won't put pen to paper on Inter Milan's proposed terms.

The Londoners are vying with Juventus for the second qualifying spot from Group E.

Milan struggled to beat Palermo 1-0 with an own goal from Santiago Garcia in the 74th.

Untied SC started the match on a positive note when Ranty Martins gave the purple brigade the lead in the 29th minute.

Toppers East Bengal had to be satisfied with a goalless draw against Shillong Lajong FC.

Javier Zanetti has urged parties concerned to use common sense while sorting out Wesley Sneijder's contract row.

Nemanja Vidic could return to action against CFR Cluj after missing more than two months with a knee injury.

England practice skills for five or ten minutes, then they want to get down to a game, says Hodgson.

Henderson, who has five England caps and was part of the Euro 2012 squad, made 48 appearances under Kenny Dalglish.

Walcott will return to the Arsenal squad for Wednesday's Premier League match at Everton after a shoulder injury.

With 20 points taken from their first 13 Premier League matches, Arsenal are 10 points shy of leaders Man Utd.

Lazio, Napoli and reigning champions Atletico Madrid among 13 teams to qualify for the knockout stage.

The allegation arose from an exchange between Mark Clattenburg and Mikel John Obi at Stamford Bridge last month.

Borussia Dortmund cruised into the knockout stage of the Champions League by outclassing Ajax 4-1.

Gustavo last played in the league game against Hamburg SV two weeks ago.