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Holders Chelsea travel to Ukraine - for the first time in their Champion League history - to take on Shakhtar Donetsk in a potentially crucial tie in Group E.

Arsene Wenger, inarguably one of the finest and best known managers and experts on the beautiful game, turns 63 today - 22 October

Steven Gerrard has moved to praise youngster Raheem Sterling, after the 19 year old forward's goal gave the Reds a first home league win of the season

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers is hoping to boost his squad by signing two England internationals during the January transfer window as he attempts to bring Theo Walcott and Daniel Sturridge to the club.

Arsene Wenger has now admitted to being furious with his side's performance in the defeat to Norwich City

Atletico Madrid are already planning for life without striker Radamel Falcao as they plot a January bid for Manchester United striker Javier Hernandez.

Leeds United supporter Aaron Cawley has been jailed for four months after pleading guilty to attacking Sheffield Wednesday goalkeeper Chris Kirkland at Sheffield Magistrates court.

Premier League champions Manchester City have been dealt a setback in the pursuit of AS Roma midfielder Daniele De Rossi

West Ham United midfielder Ravel Morrison has received high praise after being compared to England legend Paul Gascoigne by Birmingham manager Lee Clark.

Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers hailed winger Raheem Sterling after the youngster scored the only goal in last week's 1-0 win over Reading at Anfield.

Sir Alex Ferguson is within his rights to attack Rio Ferdinand's decision not to wear a Kick It Out t-shirt, but has crossed a line in enforcing disciplinary action

Arsene Wenger is confident that Jack Wilshere will not suffer any psychological after-effects, like Aaron Ramsey and Eduardo da Silva, following his long-term injury lay-off.

Manchester United midfielder Shinji Kagawa has expressed his disappointment at having under-performed for his new club

Italian international striker Luca Toni has suggested former Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola may move to the Bundesliga

Manchester United strikers Robin van Persie and Wayne Rooney praise each other after the 4-2 win over Stoke City and promise more goals together.

Tottenham Hotspur defender Kyle Walker has deleted his Twitter account after receiving abuse from his club's fans on the micro-blogging website.

Former Dutch international Ruud Gullit has spoken out strongly over the issue of racism in football and in support of Sunderland defender Danny Rose.

Manchester United centre-back Nemanja Vidic is believed to be recovering ahead of schedule from a September knee operation.

Chelsea and Manchester City are both reported to be considering a move for Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets.

Arsene Wenger admitted Norwich City deserved all three points after the Canaries shocked the Gunners 1-0 at Carrow Road

Tottenham Hotspur boss Andre Villas-Boas admitted his side's defeat to London rivals and former employers Cheslea was an emotional affair.

Reports suggest Liverpool coach Brendan Rodgers is targeting Schalke midfielder Lewis Holtby on a free transfer for next season.

Sunderland host Newcastle in the first Tyne-Wear derby of this season, with both teams looking to bounce back after defeats to the Manchester clubs.

Roberto Di Matteo has admitted that the Chelsea's reputation has suffered because of the year-long allegations of racism against captain John Terry.

Live text on Chelsea's visit to White Hart Lane in the Barclays Premier League

Arsene Wenger believes his present collection of midfielders may be the best in the league, once everyone is fit.

Tottenham striker Emmanuel Adebayor has reportedly held talks with manager Andre Villas-Boas over his White Hart Lane future.

Liverpool will be keen to post their first domestic win at Anfield this season when they host Premier League new boys Reading.

The agent for Ajax midfielder Christian Eriksen has dismissed reports of a transfer to Liverpool