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AIK clinch league and cup double

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 22:07:00 GMT

AIK won the Swedish Svenska Cupen 2-0 against IFK Gothenburg in Stockholm, thanks to second-half goals from Mauro Obolo and then Antonio Flavio.

O'Neill targets a tidy Carew

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 21:57:00 GMT

Martin O'Neill is demanding a greater level of consistency from striker John Carew after he tormented Bolton Wanderers in Aston Villa's 5-1 win.

Al Ain held as penalties fly

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 21:40:00 GMT

Al Ain dropped their first points of the season as they shared a draw with Al Dhafra, as Marcelio Oliveira scored three to lead Al Sharjah past Ajman.

Grasshoppers show no mercy

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 21:21:00 GMT

Grasshoppers found their scoring touch as they defeated strugglers Bellinzona 7-0, while St. Gallen moved fourth in the table with a win at Aarau.

Mahmutovic helps Teplice take charge

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 21:13:00 GMT

Teplice opened up a three-point lead at the top with a 1-0 home win over second-placed Jablonec, as Banik Ostrava earned a victory over struggling Kladno.

Gunners stroll into second

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 20:00:00 GMT

Arsenal swept aside Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux to climb to second, as yet another draw caused Manchester City to fall out of the top four.

Meschini strike not enough for Spartak

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:44:00 GMT

Spartak Moscow missed the chance to go top of the table in a 2-1 defeat at Krylya Sovetov, as FC Moscow let slip a two-goal lead at Kuban Krasnodar.

Hughes frustrated by City failings

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:12:00 GMT

Manchester City manager Mark Hughes has warned his team that they must start sealing games once they get themselves into winning positions.

Two-goal Klate propels SuperSport

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 18:57:00 GMT

Daine Klate celebrated his national team call-up by scoring twice for SuperSport United in a win over AmaZulu that stretched their lead to five points.

Schalke fail to move second

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 18:19:00 GMT

Schalke missed the chance to claim second spot as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Bayern Munich, while Bochum remain stuck in the bottom three.

Ghana striker Adiyiah heads for Milan

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 18:09:00 GMT

AC Milan are close to completing the signing of Dominic Adiyiah, who was top scorer with eight goals in the recent FIFA U-20 World Cup in Egypt.

Boyd bags double for Rangers

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:57:00 GMT

Rangers survived a late scare to secure a narrow 2-1 win over St. Mirren at Ibrox that moved them up to second and cut Celtic's advantage at the top.

City ejected from top four

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:21:00 GMT

Manchester City conceded their coveted spot in the top four to Tottenham Hotspur after Mark Hughes' side were held to a 3-3 draw by Burnley.

An Atletico reunion in Kaduna

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 16:47:00 GMT

Friendship will be tested when Uruguay's Sebastian Gallegos and Spain pair Borja and Koke, best of pals with Atletico Madrid's reserves, lock horns.

Mazembe rule Africa again

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 15:56:00 GMT

Mazembe bridged a 41-year gap by regaining the CAF Champions League title after defeating Heartland in front of a sell-out crowd of 35,000.

Pohang book UAE berth

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 12:55:00 GMT

Pohang Steelers were crowned the 2009 AFC Champions League winners after the South Koreans defeated Al Ittihad 2-1 in Tokyo today.

Eaglets expect in Korea test

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 11:26:00 GMT

Nigeria will be firm favourites in their quarter-final clash against the talented Koreas in Calabar, but they are unlikely to have things all their own way.

Beretta explodes onto the scene

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 11:19:00 GMT

Giacomo Beretta is finally on the scoresheet at Nigeria 2009, making Italy an altogether more dangerous prospect. FIFA.com finds out why.

Familiar foes meet in Ijebu-Ode

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 11:05:00 GMT

Opponents in the UEFA U-17 Championship, Switzerland and Italy will meet again this Sunday, this time for a semi-final place at Nigeria 2009.

Ercan's dream coming true

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 09:37:00 GMT

Turkey as world champions? If his U-17 charges do manage to go all the way, coach Abdullah Ercan will be able to call himself a true visionary.

Different tactics, same goal

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 09:28:00 GMT

Colombia and Turkey, two teams with nerves of steel, meet in Bauchi on Sunday with a place in the semi-finals of the FIFA U-17 World Cup on the line.

Wenger unconcerned by goals against

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:51:00 GMT

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has no doubts that his side's defence will soon be among the meanest in the Barclays Premier League once again.

Blues plot to pressure United

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:25:00 GMT

Carlo Ancelotti knows his first Barclays Premier League match with Manchester United might very well provide the acid test of his title credentials.

Ferguson makes case for defence

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has voiced his support for his defenders despite some disappointing moments this season.

Al Arabi slump

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 04:21:00 GMT

Seven-time league champions Al Arabi suffered their first defeat this season as they lost 2-1 on Friday at the hands of Al Ahli in round seven.

Beckham: Milan move not a distraction

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 04:12:00 GMT

David Beckham insists news of his loan to AC Milan has not affected Los Angeles Galaxy's preparations for their most important match in four years.

Jagielka suffers injury setback

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:45:00 GMT

Phil Jagielka, who has been sidelined since damaging ligaments in April, has had a second knee operation, which will delay his return to action.

Al Jazira outlast Bani Yas

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:05:00 GMT

Al Jazira climbed to the top of the table Friday following their 5-3 win against Bani Yas, as Al Ahli claimed their first win for new coach Mahdi Ali.

Leaders Leverkusen drop Frankfurt

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 02:51:00 GMT

Bayer Leverkusen opened a four-point gap at the top with a 4-0 defeat of Eintracht Frankfurt after scoring three goals in the first 11 minutes.

Unirea charged by UEFA

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:46:00 GMT

UEFA have begun disciplinary proceedings against Unirea Urziceni after crowd trouble marred their Champions League clash with Rangers.

Mixed emotions as Kiwis exit

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:19:00 GMT

After a tournament of mixed emotions here on Nigerian soil, the New Zealand captain Gordon Murie shared his thoughts with FIFA.com.

Next stop Gaborone

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:27:00 GMT

After a flying visit to Namibia, the FIFA World Cup Trophy sped off to Gaborone for the 29th leg of its African tour.

Nelsen: We're still the underdogs

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:13:00 GMT

Kiwi captain Ryan Nelsen claims that Bahrain are still favourites to reach South Africa, despite failing to overcome New Zealand at home in the first leg.

The world in their hands

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:10:00 GMT

FIFA.com caught up with 11-year-olds Leonard and Hannatu, two youngsters who carry the giant team flags on the pitch at Nigeria 2009.

Kano, a football hotbed

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:29:00 GMT

The populous capital of northern Nigeria has bid a fond farewell to the FIFA U-17 World Cup after two weeks of fun and high emotion.

Ketsbaia given Georgia job

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:27:00 GMT

Temuri Ketsbaia has been appointed head coach of the Georgia national team following the departure of Hector Cuper earlier this week.

AFC Champions League preview

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:34:00 GMT

Korea Republic's Pohang Steelers and Al Ittihad of Saudi Arabia are set to square off for continental gold and a slot at this year's FIFA Club World Cup.

Newcomers in Germany squad

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:33:00 GMT

Germany coach Joachim Low has included Aaron Hunt in his squad to face Chile and the Ivory Coast in his side's last two friendlies of 2009.

Murphy called up

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:18:00 GMT

Bohemians goalkeeper Brian Murphy has been called into the Republic of Ireland squad for the FIFA World Cup play-off with France.

Cornell called up by Toshack

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:10:00 GMT

Teenage Swansea goalkeeper David Cornell was today given a shock call up for Wales' friendly with Scotland next Saturday.

Van Bommel back for Netherlands

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:06:00 GMT

Bayern Munich midfielder Mark van Bommel was today recalled to the Netherlands squad for the friendlies against Italy and Paraguay.

World Leagues preview

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:03:00 GMT

The race to reach the Mexican Liguilla will hot up as the play-offs continue in the USA, while Brazil and Japan stage games crucial to their title run-ins.

Hargreaves on the mend

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:58:00 GMT

Owen Hargreaves is back on his training programme after a minor setback in his recovery from major knee surgery.

Van Dijk at the double

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:55:00 GMT

Sergio van Dijk scored twice as Brisbane Roar defeated Adelaide United 2-0 at Hindmarsh Stadium today.

Bento quits as Sporting coach

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:49:00 GMT

Sporting Lisbon coach Paulo Bento resigned today following a poor run of results which culminated in last night's Europa League draw at home to Ventspils.

Vieira: I should have been picked

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:44:00 GMT

Patrick Vieira has lashed out after he was left out of the France squad for the FIFA World Cup qualifying play-offs against Republic of Ireland.

Galaxy of stars to grace Jumeirah

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:15:00 GMT

FIFA.com takes a look at the major names set to take part at the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup Dubai 2009 between 16 and 22 November.

CAF Champions League preview

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:24:00 GMT

Despite a 2-1 first leg deficit, TP Mazembe Englebert are favourites to emerge victorious from the CAF Champions League final with Heartland.

Adelaide complete Boogaard deal

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:04:00 GMT

Adelaide United have already begun their preparations for next year after completing the signing of Nigel Boogaard from Central Coast Mariners.

Flu and Liga set up semi clash

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:01:00 GMT

Brazilian giants Fluminense and Ecuador's Liga de Quito set up a Copa Sudamericana semi-final clash after battling victories in the last eight.

Ferguson happy with Valencia progress

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:53:00 GMT

Sir Alex Ferguson feels Antonio Valencia is finally starting to make his mark at Manchester United.