Fifa’s future is unstable, admits president Sepp Blatter
Fifa president Sepp Blatter has vowed to fight against “dangers” threatening the future of football on the eve of the world governing body’s presidential election.…
Martin Caparrotta Archives: 05/2011
‘Lionel Messi is the best ever, I just hope he doesn’t get bored’
Lionel Messi is the best player ever, according to Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola. The Argentine forward inspired Barca to a resounding Champions League final victory…
Emirates joins sponsors in voicing concern over Fifa crisis
Emirates airline has joined other Fifa tournament sponsors in expressing its concern over the corruption allegations that are rocking world football’s governing body. Fifa president…
FA: Fifa must postpone presidential election
The Football Association has called on Fifa to postpone Wednesday’s presidential election as corruption allegations continue to rock the governing body. Fifa president Sepp Blatter,…
Crisis? Fifa is not in crisis, insists president Sepp Blatter
Sepp Blatter insists that Fifa is not in crisis but admits that the world governing body’s reputation has taken a battering in recent weeks. “Football…
Europa League run will benefit Tottenham, insists Hoddle
Tottenham Hotspur will reap the rewards of playing in the Europa League next season, according to former Spurs boss Glenn Hoddle. Harry Redknapp’s men had…
Barcelona are kings of Europe after brushing Man United aside
Barcelona were crowned kings of Europe for a fourth time, crushing Manchester United with a free-flowing and destructive performance of the calibre that has become…
Fifa president faces ethics probe amid bribe allegations
Fifa president Sepp Blatter will appear before the world governing body’s ethics committee on Sunday to answer charges that he knew about alleged cash payments.…
Lyon beat Potsdam to win women’s Champions League
If the first Champions League final in London this week is anything to go by, Saturday’s Wembley showpiece will not disappoint. As Manchester United travelled…
Picture special: Manchester United gear up for Wembley
All smiles: Sir Alex Ferguson appeared in good spirits as he oversaw his side’s preparation for Saturday’s Champions League final against Barcelona at Wembley. Turnaround:…
Sir Alex Ferguson named LMA manager of the year
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has been voted manager of the year by his fellow managers at a glitzy awards ceremony in London on…
Next Chelsea boss: Hiddink, Villas-Boas or Van Basten?
After Carlo Ancelotti was ruthlessly dismissed for failing to win any silverware during his second term in charge of Chelsea, Blues owner Roman Abramovich begins…
Europa League final preview: FC Porto v SC Braga
Uefa Europa League final, 18 May 2011, Dublin Arena, 7:45pm UK FC Porto v SC Braga Local Portuguese rivals Porto and Braga are gearing up…
Yaya Toure revels in Man City’s FA Cup final triumph
Match winner Yaya Toure could not hide his delight after his strike ended Manchester City’s 35-year wait for a major trophy and gave them a…
Fifa to consider introducing fourth substitute in extra-time
A fourth substitution in extra-time and the clarification of the offside rule were two of the proposals put forward by Fifa’s Task Force Football 2014…
Fifa rocked by fresh World Cup bid corruption claims
Fifa’s reputation took yet another battering on Tuesday after the governing body was hit with fresh corruption allegations that six of its executive members sought…
Beat Chelsea and the title is ours, says Sir Alex Ferguson
Sir Alex Ferguson is convinced Manchester United will go on to claim a record 19th title if his side beat Chelsea at Old Trafford on…