Giorgio Chiellini: Italy defender on City's transfer list

Giorgio Chiellini: Italy defender on City's transfer list

Rangers: No reason for Beasley to leave

Glasgow Rangers manager Walter Smith has told midfielder DaMarcus Beasley there is no reason for him to leave the Scottish club to ensure he makes the U.S. World Cup squad.

Arsenal keen to pursue Van Persie compensation

Arsenal are still keen on pursuing a claim for compensation in the wake of Robin van Persie's injury while on international duty with Holland, despite FIFA appearing to rule out their chances of success.

U.S. poised to repeat '02 success

Already battle-tested with playing conditions in South Africa, the U.S. is aiming to replicate its magical quarterfinal run from the 2002 World Cup. Mark Young weighs in.

The biggest stories of the decade

Mark Lomas picks out the ten biggest stories from a decade of football trials and tribulations.

Six big names on the bubble

Every player wants the chance to perform on the World Cup stage. If they can get there, Ruud Van Nistelrooy and Juan Riquelme are among those who could have a huge impact.

Real Madrid may buy to cover Pepe injury blow

Real Madrid defender Pepe is set to be sidelined for six months after the club confirmed he would need an operation on his right knee.

Joe Cole has no interest in Bosman transfer

Joe Cole insists he has no interest in joining any other club despite approaching the final six months of his Chelsea contract.

Kagisho Dikgacoi wants loan move from Fulham

Kagisho Dikgacoi has pleaded with Fulham to allow him to leave on loan in order to safeguard his place in the South Africa squad for the World Cup finals.

Slovakia to rely on discipline

Bereft of gifted stars, with the exception of Napoli's Marek Hamsik, Slovakia will rely on a well-organized foundation of defensive discipline. Mark Young weighs in.

Slovenia not to be underestimated

Slovenia lacks big names but with its strong team unity and stout defense, it's not wise to underestimate Matjaz Kek's men. Mark Young weighs in.

Orange alert a possibility

If the Netherlands can put their feuding aside, they stand a chance in South Africa. Can they do it? Mark Young weighs in.

Eto'o needs to deliver amid turmoil

Can Samuel Eto'o overcome off-pitch politics and other challenges to lead Cameroon to great heights? Mark Young weighs in.

Huntelaar joins Quaresma in the Golden Bin

Dominic Raynor on a week when the nominees for the Bidone d'Oro award for Serie A's worst player were announced.