FOOTBALL

The winning goal, the 2,000th scored by England, was scored by Daniel Majstorovic.

Rafa Benitez says he wants to return to a managerial position in the Barclays Premier League, despite the Spaniard receiving offers to coach elsewhere.

As is often the case for Arsene Wenger, the Arsenal manager aimed for a group of unproven stars in the Barclays Premier League in the last transfer window.

Wayne Rooney will learn the outcome of his appeal against a three-match ban for the European Championships on 9 December.

PFA chief executive Gordon Taylor has expressed his concerns over the escalating problem between Manchester City and Carlos Tevez.

Borussia Dortmund starlet Mario Gotze is better than Mesut Ozil, according to German legend Bernd Schneider, with the youngster currently a big target for Manchester United.

Manchester united striker Danny Welbeck has returned to the club after he was ruled out of England's friendly with Sweden on Tuesday due to a muscle strain. The FA has described his withdrawal as a "precaution".

Chelsea target Neymar has revealed that the club made a big money offer for his services last year, and the Brazil international says he has no regrets over turning it down.

Chelsea have launched an investigation into allegations Daniel Sturridge was racially abused by his club's own fans during the Champions League encounter against Genk a fortnight ago.

Manchester City have emerged as Arsenal's chief rivals for Yann M'Vila, after ex-Gunner Patrick Viera revealed the Blues are interested in the Rennes midfielder.

Arsenal striker Marouane Chamakh has been ignoring calls from Bordeaux over a possible return to the club, according to president Jean-Lois Triaud.

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson believes Darren Fletcher is a credit to football and a model professional on and off the pitch.

Manchester United have boasted a £10 million growth in the three months that ended 30th September 2011, with the club citing match day, media and commercial revenues as the reasons for the rise.

England will look to build on their victory over Spain when they meet Sweden at Wembley on Tuesday night.

AC Milan vice president Adriano Galliani has quashed reports that he might be considering purchasing Didier Drogba or Nicolas Anelka on the advice of Carlo Ancelotti, insisting that even though Antonio Cassano has been ruled until next year, he will only sing a striker on loan.

Barcelona president Sandro Rosell has refused to deny their interest in Tottenham Hotspur winger Gareth Bale but claims they will not pay in excess of £40 million for the Wales international.

Liverpool are ready to battle it out with Manchester United for the £20m signature of Brazilian prodigy Lucan Rodrigues, according to reports.

Liverpool and Manchester City target Cristian Chivu is considering 'three or four' top teams for his next destination, according to his agent, with a return to Ajax ruled out.

Tottenham Hotspur hero David Ginola is suing former Liverpool manager Gerard Houllier over comments the French coach made about him in his latest book.

Arsenal legend Ian Wright believes Phil Jones’ impressive form and versatility for Manchester United makes him a strong favourite for inclusion in England’s European Championship squad.

Big spending Russian club Anzhi Makhachkala have claimed that they nearly landed Chelsea target Hulk in the summer transfer period, but the deal fell through at the last minute.

Manchester United and Arsenal should have rivalled Tottenham Hotspur for Scott Parker’s signature during the summer, according to the former footballer turned pundit Tony Cascarino.

Arsenal's summer transfer policy is expected to come under pressure from Real Madrid after the La Liga giants outlined their master plan to sign five of the world's best young players.

Manchester United winger Nani will be offered an improved new contract in order to end interest from Serie A rivals Juventus and Inter Milan.

Taye Taiwo is planning on staying at AC Milan for the long term future, according to his agent, as speculation over a move to Liverpool continues to surround the defender.

Manchester United have always been big believers in the potential of younger players, and Javier Hernandez confirmed Sir Alex Ferguson's belief in the youth of the Engilsh giants when he said that the manager gives the less experienced players just as much of a chance as the stalwarts to shine on the pitch.

England’s unlikely victory over the defending World champions Spain gave Fabio Capello plenty of reasons to cheer. The International Business Times takes a look at the five big positives from Wembley on Saturday night.

Striker Mohammed Adbellaoue has left the door open to a possible move to the Barclays Premier League, with the 26-year-old on Arsenal's radar amongst a host of clubs.

Inter Milan president, Massimo Moratti, has indicated he would welcome Mario Balotelli back to the San Siro "tomorrow morning" if the chance arose.