Ben Moss

Liverpool legend Alan Hansen believes Everton's Jack Rodwell “has all the credentials” to thrive at the highest level.

Manchester United star Rio Ferdinand wants his former teammate Cristiano Ronaldo to play in his testimonial at Old Trafford next summer.

Ian Wright has labelled the FA a ‘joke’ for enabling Chelsea defender John Terry to remain part of the England squad whilst under investigation for alleged racism.

Manchester United legend Gary Neville has lauded his former boss Sir Alex Ferguson and the Scot's seamless ability to diffuse potentially awkward situations, such as the day he told his manager he wanted to retire.

The agent of Fiorentina striker Stevan Jovetic has told The International Business Times that Arsenal and Liverpool have not made offers for the Montenegrin international.

Phil Jones can be Rio Ferdinand’s heir for Manchester United and England according to Liverpool hero Alan Hansen.

Former world heavyweight boxing champion Joe Frazier has died.

Leading the way is Arsenal’s Jack Wilshere but there is suddenly an emerging group of young English players in the Premier League all capable of making a serious impression on the national side.

Police have launched an investigation after Queens Park Rangers defender Anton Ferdinand was sent a threatening letter, as the disturbing subplots behind Chelsea captain John Terry’s alleged racist abuse continues.

Alan Hansen believes Arsenal star Jack Wilshere is the standout player of his generation and injury permitting a certainty to start next summer’s European Championships.

The investigation into John Terry’s alleged racist comment has offered England manager Fabio Capello a rare opportunity to audition a number of potential successors to the Chelsea defender.

Manchester United captain Nemanja Vidic has slammed Rio Ferdinand’s critics as “wrong” following the England international’s improved display against Sunderland on Saturday.

Sir Alex Ferguson, Manchester United’s longest serving manager, is not ready to leave his post and will welcome the challenge to address his failing midfield.

Where to watch: In the U.K., Match of the Day broadcast a comprehensive highlights program on Saturday and Sunday nights, full details are available on the BBC Web site. In the U.S., Fox Soccer Channel will start its coverage from 1100 EDT. In Australia, Fox Sports has the exclusive rights to the entire EPL season, while in New Zealand; Sky TV will broadcast a selection of live games.

Where to watch: In the U.K., Match of the Day broadcast a comprehensive highlights program on Saturday and Sunday nights, full details are available on the BBC Web site. In the U.S., Fox Soccer Plus will start its coverage from 1100 EDT. In Australia, Fox Sports has the exclusive rights to the entire EPL season, while in New Zealand; Sky TV will broadcast a selection of live games.

Where to watch: In the U.K., Match of the Day broadcast a comprehensive highlights program on Saturday and Sunday nights, full details are available on the BBC Web site. In the U.S., ESPN3 will start its coverage from 0830 EDT. In Australia, Fox Sports has the exclusive rights to the entire EPL season, while in New Zealand; Sky TV will broadcast a selection of live games.

Mario Götze looks set to honour his contract with Borussia Dortmund despite rumoured interest from some of Europe’s elite clubs.

Table topping Real Madrid host eighth placed Osasuna hoping to build on their superb form at the Santiago Bernabeu.

The Premier League's surprise package this season Newcastle United will be looking to maintain their unbeaten start to the season when they play host to an Everton side that is languishing in 16th place, following a typically frugal summer in the transfer market.

Manchester United will be looking to continue their mini revival following their Manchester derby debacle, while Sunderland boss Steve Bruce will be hoping to earn his first league victory over Sir Alex Ferguson in 16 attempts.

Chelsea travel to Blackburn Rovers hoping to end their recent jitters and will be buoyed by their recent form against the Lancashire club having won 13 of the last 18 meetings between the two Premier League sides.

The investigation into Chelsea and England captain John Terry's alleged racist abuse of Queens Park Rangers defender Anton Ferdinand took a further twist, after the under fire 30-year-old was forced to call in the police, following the surfacing of a doctored recording of his voice uttering racist comments was posted on the internet.

England manager Fabio Capello has reportedly told Manchester United star Wayne Rooney he will be taking him to next summer's European Championships regardless of his three match ban, according to the Daily Mail.

Phil Jones has backed his Manchester United teammate Rio Ferdinand to prove his critics wrong by continuing to play a prominent role at Old Trafford.

Swansea City boss Brendan Rodgers has revealed his intention to discuss the prospect of signing Chelsea youngster Josh McEachran on loan in January.

Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish has urged the Football Association to conclude their investigation into the alleged racism by Luis Suarez against Manchester United fullback Patrice Evra as quickly as possible, reiterating his stance that the guilty perpetrator should be punished.

Arsenal forward Andrei Arshavin has seemingly endorsed George Graham's recent criticism of the Russian international, by delivering a withering assessment of his performances since joining the club in January 2009.

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has admitted he is still haunted by his side's 6-1 capitulation against their bitter Premier League rivals Manchester City last month.

Manchester United continued their gradual recovery from their humbling defeat against their bitter Premier League rivals Manchester City, making it three wins from three after they laboured to a 2-0 victory over Champions League minnows Otelul Galati at Old Trafford last night.