Stoke striker still feels he can contribute at international level
Stoke striker Peter Crouch is targeting a return to the England fold but accepts it will probably only be after present boss Fabio Capello has left.
The 6ft 7in hotshot has netted 22 goals from 42 appearances for the Three Lions but has not featured for the national side since October 2010 in the goalless stalemate with Montenegro.
While the 31-year-old has not given up hope he may still make the Euro 2012 finals squad, he is looking forward to a fresh start under a new boss when Capello steps down after the tournament in Poland and Ukraine.
The striker told The Sun: "It's been on my mind that whatever I have done for England under this manager hasn't been enough for whatever reason. I'll do whatever I can to be involved in the Euros but I'm not hopeful.
"I've still got enough years left in me to think that I can play for England for some time. After the Euros I'll hopefully be involved again.
"The manager has said he is leaving so after that it might be a fresh start with whoever takes over.
"I don't think Fabio Capello has ever been to the Britannia Stadium, so it's difficult to catch his eye.
"I've never let England down when I've played for my country. My scoring record is up there with other decent players." - http://www1.skysports.com/
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Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Crouch retains England hope
Monday, January 30, 2012
Carson - Fabio can count on me
Scott Carson has told Fabio Capello he will never turn his back on England, despite being behind Joe Hart in the international pecking order.
The Three Lions boss has seen his options depleted in recent months with Paul Robinson and Ben Foster ruling themselves out to concentrate on club action.
With Hart established firmly as England's No.1 and now regarded as one of the finest goalkeepers in world football, Carson knows he is always likely to be selected as back-up.
But the former Liverpool and West Brom shot-stopper is happy to accept his place as a squad player and wait patiently for another opportunity to shine.
"I've got no doubts that Joe Hart is England's No.1 - he's a great keeper and I have a lot of time for him," he told the Daily Star Sunday.
"I just want to keep getting in the squad and being around the England camp. If you do that then you just never know - you might get the chance again." - http://www1.skysports.com/
Sunday, January 29, 2012
UEFA at 12BET: Too early' for Jack Euro call
Too early' for Jack Euro call
Wenger says he doesn't know when Wilshere will be fit again
Arsene Wenger says it is too early to say if Jack Wilshere will be fit to play for England at Euro 2012.
As confirmed on Friday, the midfielder suffered another injury setback as he looks to recover from an ankle injury that has forced him to miss every Arsenal game this season.
The 20-year-old picked up the injury on international duty last summer and, after initially wearing a protective boot, it was decided he needed surgery on his ankle.
Wilshere was scheduled to return to first-team action in early February, but after suffering from pain in training he will now see a specialist to decide on what course of action is needed.
Wenger said: "I would not (worry) at the moment (about the summer).
"We are now at the end of January. He has not played since the summer, so for the friendly against Holland (on 29th February) it is impossible.
"From day one, when you are completely fit to practice again, to be match fit you count at least six weeks.
"Jack is gutted. It is a massive disappointment, but I am really disappointed for him as well because he is a football animal.
"I am so sad that at that age you have to be out for such a long time with not any obvious reason.
"If you had have told me that Jack would not have played one game by February, I would have said 'that is impossible'.
"We miss that little burst from Jack. Let's hope it goes well and we have good news (from the specialists)." - http://www1.skysports.com/
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Friday, January 27, 2012
UEFA at 12BET: Hamstrung Iniesta out for three weeks
UEFA at 12BET: Hamstrung Iniesta out for three weeks
Hamstrung Iniesta out for three weeks
Andrés Iniesta could miss FC Barcelona's round of 16 first leg at Bayer 04 Leverkusen because of a hamstring injury, while Alexis Sánchez has a damaged collarbone.
FC Barcelona midfielder Andrés Iniesta is unlikely to feature in the holders' UEFA Champions League round of 16 opener against Bayer 04 Leverkusen next month because of a left hamstring tear sustained on Copa del Rey duty.
The 27-year-old suffered the injury during the first half of Wednesday night's 2-2 draw against Real Madrid CF and, following subsequent tests, was ruled out for up to three weeks, rendering him a doubt for the first leg at the Bay-Arena on 14 February.
Alexis Sánchez, meanwhile, is expected to be sidelined for around a fortnight after the winger injured his collarbone in the same game. Josep Guardiola's side will host Leverkusen in the return leg on 7 March. - http://www.uefa.com/
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Thursday, January 26, 2012
UEFA at 12BET: Uefa threatens to ban clubs from Champions League ...
Uefa threatens to ban clubs from Champions League if new financial rules are flouted
Uefa says it will not hesitate to take decisive action against clubs who breach new financial regulations, including banning them from Champions League competition.
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
UEFA at 12BET: Capello coy over future
Capello coy over future
Capello is set to step down as England manager after Euro 2012 in Poland and Ukraine.
Speaking at an awards ceremony in his native Italy, Capello refused to divulge what his plans were after this summer's finals.
"Before taking a decision we wait for the end of the European Championship. Then let's see if I go back to Italy, as a TV commentator or as a coach," said Capello.
He added: "I am well in England, I am fine, but the Italian anthem is always a strong emotion." - http://www1.skysports.com/
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
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Norwich keeper would relish international role
Norwich City goalkeeper John Ruddy admits he would relish the chance of playing for England.
The 25-year-old former Everton player has been in superb form this season and has helped Norwich into mid-table, defying the critics who had them labelled as pre-season relegation favourites.
Ruddy was in top form at the weekend as he recorded his first Premier League clean-sheet in their 0-0 draw with Chelsea.
Now with Ben Foster and Paul Robinson calling a premature time on their international careers, the door is seemingly open for places in England's Euro 2012 squad as back-up to number one Joe Hart.
"It is nice to be linked with England, but I know that only happens if I am playing well with Norwich. That is the main thing," he said.
"It would obviously be a great honour for me and my family to get in the squad.
"I have got my wedding in June, so we will see what happens. I guess I would have to ask the missus. "I am sure I could get the day off and then maybe take her on holiday to Poland and Ukraine - kill two birds with one stone - but I am focused on Norwich." - http://www1.skysports.com/
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Monday, January 23, 2012
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Pompey facing winding-up order
Andronikou admits new owners need to be found quickly
Portsmouth are facing a winding-up order from Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs, according to the administrator of the club's parent company.
Pompey, who have been blighted with financial problems in recent years, reportedly owe HMRC an unpaid PAYE bill of £1.6million, with Andrew Andronikou, administrator of Convers Sports Initiatives, which owns the Championship club, describing the situation as "extremely serious".
"The club effectively ran out of cash at the end of December," Andronikou told The Observer. "We're under extreme pressure to find a buyer and time is against us.
"The issuing of the petition effectively means the club loses its ability to use its bank accounts. But we've made other provisions. We're not fazed or worried by it. The club's debts are not significant, we haven't got millions and millions of liabilities.
"We pretty much have two months' PAYE outstanding. We're waiting to see what the Revenue will do. They will probably advertise the petition [in the London Gazette] next week. I think there is a hearing date at the end of February.
"We need to focus on finding a buyer to completing a transaction to raise cash. In terms of working capital and cash it's only going to come from two sources: a buyer or player sales. We're working on both." - http://www1.skysports.com
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Sunday, January 22, 2012
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Pardew eyes England job
Toon boss wants England role - but only after Redknapp
Newcastle boss Alan Pardew is keen to take over as England manager at some stage in his career but wants to see Harry Redknapp in the role first.
Tottenham manager Redknapp is a hot favourite to fill the Three Lions job when Fabio Capello steps down after this summer's Euro 2012 championship.
Pardew, who has enjoyed an impressive season with Newcastle so far, leading them to sixth in the Premier League, has backed the Spurs boss to excel in the role should he succeed Capello.
The 50-year-old Londoner feels he is currently lacking the experience needed to manage his country but admits he would jump at the chance to take over in the future. - http://www1.skysports.com/
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Friday, January 20, 2012
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Arsenal don't fear Euro miss
They host champions Manchester United on Sunday knowing they cannot afford to drop any more points if they want to stay in contention for a European spot.
Defeat at the Emirates could see them drop into seventh place if other results do not go their way.
The Gunners have qualified for the Champions League in all of Arsene Wenger's full seasons in charge.
But after showing uneven form this season, Hill-Wood is preparing for the eventuality of Arsenal not booking a spot in Europe's top club competition.
"We are hanging on in there, no more," he told the Daily Star of the club's current position.
"From a financial point of view, not qualifying for the Champions League is quite a blow.
"We have been planning for not qualifying every year, so it's not a disaster, but it would be nice if we could."
Thursday, January 19, 2012
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Inter's Forlán facing further month
FC Internazionale Milano are expected to forego the services of Diego Forlán for the next four weeks after the striker sustained his second thigh injury since joining the club.
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
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EURO 2012 news 12BET update 1/18
Cahill thinking ahead
Stamford Bridge's new £7million man also impressed by Villas-Boas
Chelsea new-boy Gary Cahill hopes his move to Stamford Bridge will further underline his place in Fabio Capello's England plans ahead of Euro 2012.
The 26-year-old defender trained with the Blues for the first time on Tuesday morning after finally completing his £7million transfer from Bolton.
Cahill has already struck up an understanding with new Chelsea team-mates John Terry and Ashley Cole on the international stage.
And he was certain playing alongside them at club level would boost not only his chances of sealing a place in the England side, but also the country's hopes of a successful summer.
"I am sure that the England manager is happy that there is a possibility we could be playing together, but you have to be respectful of the fact that I have to earn my position in this team by working hard in training," Cahill told Chelsea TV.
"Coming to a club like Chelsea, there are top-class, international players all the way through the squad so there is going to be strong competition and it is not going to be easy. I just hope when I get my chance I take it. - http://www.japantimes.co.jp/
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Tuesday, January 17, 2012
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Rodgers - Swans deserve call
Boss hopes Capello considers his England contingent 
Brendan Rodgers hopes Swansea's performance against Arsenal gave watching England coach Fabio Capello something to think about.
Capello was at the Liberty Stadium on Sunday to see the Swans overcome the Gunners in a five-goal thriller.
The football on show cannot have failed to impress the Italian, with both sides looking to play the game in the right way.
Swansea ultimately came out on top, with their free-flowing passing game seeing them cause the top-four-chasing Gunners no end of problems.
Among those to make the most telling contribution were wing wizard Nathan Dyer and in-form frontman Danny Graham. - http://www1.skysports.com/
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Monday, January 16, 2012
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Coleman set for Wales talks
Former Fulham and Coventry boss in the frame after leaving Larissa
The Football Association of Wales is to meet with Chris Coleman to discuss the vacant manager's position.
Coleman, 41, has already expressed his desire to be Gary Speed's successor and has said he is willing to work with the current staff.
Coleman was in the running to replace John Toshack as Wales boss 16 months ago but lost out to his close friend Speed, who died in November.
"I'll meet with the FAW this week to discuss the situation," he said."It is a very sensitive situation so if I am offered the job and I accept it I'll have mixed emotions."
Coleman won 32 caps for Wales as a centre-back before embarking on a managerial career.
He has had spells in charge at Fulham, Real Sociedad and Coventry City but is currently out of work after walking out on Greek club Larissa earlier this month.
Ryan Giggs, Ian Rush and John Hartson have also been linked with the post, as has Raymond Verheijen - who worked under Speed as his no.2. - http://www1.skysports.com/
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Sunday, January 15, 2012
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Hartson keen on Wales job
Ex-striker changes stance over Wales post
John Hartson has confirmed he would be 'honoured' to take over as Wales manager - and has changed his mind on the possibility of working with rival candidate Raymond Verheijen.
The position became vacant after the death of Gary Speed in November and Verheijen, who served as the 42-year-old's assistant, has claimed it was Speed's wish for him and fellow coach Osian Roberts to take over the side ahead of qualifying for the 2014 World Cup.
Hartson initially said today that it was an "absolute disgrace" for Verheijen to make that claim on Twitter and said he could not work with someone who wanted the top job.
But the 36-year-old has since reconsidered and said on Friday: "Raymond has come out in the past and put it on Twitter that it was Gary's wish that himself take the country forward.
If that is what the FAW want and it means myself going in as a front man and the manager, absolutely, of course I would work with Raymond and the current regime if that's what it meant for me to manage my country. - http://www1.skysports.com/
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Friday, January 13, 2012
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Ramsey defends Wales stance
National skipper stands by comments regarding manager search
Aaron Ramsey has sought to clarify his stance regarding Wales' search for Gary Speed's successor, but stands by his original comments.
The Arsenal midfielder, who skippered his country under Speed, recently expressed his disappointment at the fact that the players had not been consulted in the search for a new boss.
Speed's tragic death at the end of November shocked Welsh football and the wider sporting community, with Wales having taken giant strides forward under his tutelage.
Ramsey believes the Football Association of Wales (FAW) should have spoken to the senior players who played under Speed about the best way to build on the foundations he put down and how to preserve his legacy.
The 21-year-old has been criticised in some quarters for speaking out of line, with it suggested that he was badly advised.
Ramsey, though, claims he was speaking from the heart and says he offered his opinion with the 'best intentions'. - http://www1.skysports.com/
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Thursday, January 12, 2012
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UEFA threatens to ban Greek club PAOK
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
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Jerome can handle workload
Striker feels Potters can compete on multiple fronts
Cameron Jerome believes Stoke are capable of competing on multiple fronts this season and claims they will continue to give their all in every competition.
The Potters booked their place in the fourth round of the FA Cup on Saturday, with a 3-1 victory over League Two outfit Gillingham seeing them safely through.
Tony Pulis' side made it all the way to the final last season before coming unstuck against Manchester City, allowing them to take in two memorable days out at Wembley.
They are looking to go one better this season, while continuing to make headway at home and abroad.
Stoke currently occupy a top-half standing in the Premier League and are readying themselves for an eagerly-anticipated meeting with Valencia in the last 32 of the Europa League.
A gruelling schedule awaits the Potters in 2012, but Jerome is adamant that the club can handle the demands and continue to make progress in league and cup competition. - http://www1.skysports.com
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Tuesday, January 10, 2012
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Cameroon slash Eto'o ban
Indomitable Lions goal machine has suspension for sparking a strike cut
Samuel Eto'o has had his 15-match ban for leading a player's strike reduced to eight months by the Cameroon Football Federation.
Eto'o - captain of the Indomitable Lions and African Footballer of the Year on four occasions - was handed the original suspension in December after the strike in Morocco last November meant a friendly fixture against Algeria did not go ahead.
Cameroon officials held a meeting on Friday to discuss the suspension of Eto'o, amid speculation that president Paul Biya wanted the length of the ban to be reconsidered.
The 30-year-old - who has smashed 54 goals in 109 games for his country - will miss a 2013 Cup of Nations eliminator versus Guinea Bissau and 2014 World Cup qualifiers against Democratic Republic of Congo and Libya.
The strike was sparked due to the non-payment of match fees and Cameroon were forced to pay 500,000 dollars in compensation for lost television and ticket sales.
Cameroon officials announced the reduction of their striker's ban on Saturday, along with news that vice-captain Enoh Eyong's two-match ban had been halved for his part in the strike and Benoit Assou-Ekotto's fine had been scrapped for ignoring international call-ups.
Eto'o - a UEFA Champions League winner with both Barcelona and Inter Milan - moved to Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala in 2011 and is now reported to be the highest paid footballer in the world. - http://www1.skysports.com
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