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Chelsea midfielder Eden Hazard claims that he was considering a move to Tottenham Hotspur in the summer before signing for the Blues.

Mikel Arteta says he is happy to play in a deep midfield role throughout the season for Arsenal if it suits the team.

Steven Gerrard feels that Luis Suarez is not being given penalties because referees are judging him on the false reputation he has for diving.

Tournament favourites Pakistan will look to top Group D and qualify for the Super Eights when they face neighbours Bangladesh.

England and Everton wing back Leighton Baines believes the present Toffees team is the best he has ever known

Jamie Redknapp and Arsene Wenger have both heaped praise upon Arsenal midfielders Santi Cazorla and Mikel Arteta, after the club's 1-1 draw against Manchester City.

Brendan Rodgers hailed Liverpool's performance against Manchester United and accused referee Mark Halsey's decisions of playing a crucial role in their defeat.

Sir Alex Ferguson feels Manchester United's win over Liverpool at Anfield will be a turning point for the club.

Liverpool are reportedly tracking Dinamo Zagreb midfielder Marcelo Brozovic.

Arsene Wenger admits that Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere questioned his future during his 14 months on the sidelines.

The Anfield faithful will pay their tribute to the victims of the Hillsborough disaster and will expect full support from the visitors and biggest rivals - Manchester United.

Arsenal forward Lukas Podolski claims that he wants a tattoo of the Gunners' crest on his left arm.

Former Manchester United defender Henning Berg feels the Red Devils are not taking advantage of the talent and creativity of new signing Shinji Kagawa

The T20 World Cup 2012 continues with the defending champions, England, opening their campaign, against Asian minnows Afghanistan. The second match of the day will see Bangladesh face New Zealand

Liverpool have left a host of senior players at Merseyside, with one eye on the massive weekend fixture - the visit of rivals Manchester United

Manchester United welcome Turkish champions Galatasaray to Old Trafford to kick off their group stage encounters in this season's UEFA Champions League.

Chelsea are reportedly considering a move for Everton midfielder Marouane Fellaini during the January transfer window.

Gareth Bale is confident that Tottenham Hotspur's new signing Moussa Dembele can replace playmaker Luka Modric.

Former Liverpool defender Alan Kennedy feels that the club could struggle to finish in the top six again this time, following the Reds' disappointing start to the new season.

Liverpool midfielder Jonjo Shelvey has urged his team-mates to step up, following the club's disappointing start to the new season.

England forward Jermain Defoe insists he is capable of playing the lone striker for Tottenham Hotspur this season

Liverpool and Manchester United will reportedly hold talks this week over fans' behaviour ahead of clash between the two sides at Anfield on 23 September

Manchester United are reportedly tracking Serie A centre-backs Angelo Ogbonna and Andrea Ranocchia.

Sir Alex Ferguson tips Manchester United new boy Nick Powell to fill veteran Scholes' boots.

Arsene Wenger delighted with Gervinho's performance against Southampton.

Ulster and Ireland Wolfhounds rugby player Nevin Spence was one of three members of a family to die after falling into a farm's slurry tank in Northern Ireland

Tottenham Hotspur supporters who bought a replica shirt featuring Emmanuel Adebayor's name and old number - 25 - have been offered a free exchange.

Premier League heavyweights Chelsea and Manchester City have reportedly joined the race to sign Benfica striker Nelson Oliveira.

Arsenal legend Ian Wright urges Gunners to sign Chelsea icon Didier Drogba.