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March 10, 2013

After Nike, Man U calls on Chevrolet for funding 55m pounds Ronaldo return
13:28 GMT

Manchester United is pulling out all stops to re-sign Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo by reportedly calling on their sponsors General Motors (GM) to fund a 55 million pound-deal with the Portuguese star through their brand Chevrolet.

Rafael Benitez ready for crucial Manchester United
13:00 GMT

An FA cup clash against a fired-up Manchester United may not be everyone’s idea of the perfect match, but Rafael Benitez clearly isn’t one of them.

Giggs: Nani dismissal vs Real Madrid was my biggest shock ever
10:42 GMT

The Portuguese winger was controversially dismissed for a high tackle on Alvaro Arbeloa with Manchester United 2-1 up on aggregate, and Los Blancos went on to win the tie 3-2

Bale good enough for Barcelona, says Pique
23:13 GMT

The Tottenham attacker has been in outstanding form, and while the former Manchester United defender says he may suit Real Madrid more, he would welcome the Welshman in Catalonia

March 9, 2013

Montolivo: Milan must make sacrifices against Barcelona
18:10 GMT

The midfielder is looking forward to the second leg of their Champions League tie, and has voiced his satisfaction with the league win over Genoa

Barcelona have a 90 per cent chance of signing Neymar, says Roberto Carlos
17:53 GMT

The Brazil legend feels the 21-year-old's future lies at Camp Nou and is confident he will fit in well with the Blaugrana's star names

Man U meets Nike officials to plot sensational Ronaldo swoop
15:09 GMT

Manchester United has met Nike officials to plot a sensational 65 million pound worth swoop for their player Cristiano Ronaldo, who plays for Spanish champions Real Madrid.

March 8, 2013

Laudrup signs new one-year contract extension with Swansea City
21:30 GMT

Despite reported interest from clubs across Europe, the 48-year-old has opted to extend his stay at the Liberty Stadium after a successful first season in charge

FIFA to Ban Smoking in Confederations and World Cups Venues in Brazil
21:27 GMT

Smoking will be prohibited during the Confederations Cup football matches in June, 2013, and the World Cup in 2014 - both to be held in Brazil, FIFA announced Thursday.

'Disgruntled' Rooney eyes Barcelona move after rumoured Man U exit
15:14 GMT

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has reportedly set his sights on a possible move to Spanish giant Barcelona if he is dumped by United boss Sir Alex Ferguson at the end of this season.

March 7, 2013

I will return to Newell's one day, claims Messi
20:33 GMT

The Argentina star has reiterated a desire to return to his homeland, claiming he wants the chance to pull on the shirt of the Rosario-based club he left to join the Blaugrana

Barcelona orders investigation after admitting $4 million spend on 'espionage'
14:06 GMT

Spanish giants Barcelona has confirmed around four million dollars were spent on espionage between 2008-2010, and the Catalan club would also...

Crazed Man U fans issue death threats to 'erring' referee over Nani's red card
13:22 GMT

Livid Manchester United fans have threatened to kill the referee who had given a red card to United mid-fielder Nani during the club's controversial Champions League exit after defeat by Spanish side Real Madrid.

Man U to offer 'axed' Rooney up for 'reduced' 25 million fee
13:10 GMT

Manchester United is reportedly set to offer only 25 million pounds for striker Wayne Rooney, which is half of the figure expected from the English star a year ago.

Ronaldo backing Real Madrid for Champions League glory
10:29 GMT

Cristiano Ronaldo is backing Real Madrid to go all the way in the Champions League after their controversial victory against Manchester United.