Ukraine

Roy Hodgson is all set for his debut game, as England manager, as the Three Lions head to Oslo for their friendly clash against Norway.

A parliamentary debate in Ukraine ended in chaos when the members from opposing parties brawled with each other - the latest bout in a dubious tradition of politcians behaving very, very badly.

Jan Vertonghen has acknowledged that Arsenal are still an option if Spurs are unwilling to match 's Ajax's £12mn asking price.

A violent scuffle erupted in Ukraine's parliament over a bill that would allow the use of the Russian language in courts, hospitals and other institutions.

Liverpool striker Andy Carroll, who had earlier very little chances of getting selected for the England squad, may be leading the Three Lions attack against France in the 2012 Euros after he successfully managed to impress manager Roy Hodgson, according to an Independent report.

Robin van Persie is not just needed at Arsenal for his goal-scoring abilities, according to Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, with the youngster insisting the skipper provides a great deal of support off the pitch as well.

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard remains adamant he can continue playing at the highest level for both club and country for a number of years to come.

United chief executive David Gill has contacted Toffees chief Bill Kenwright to finalise a deal for the 27-year-old.

John Barnes believes that Liverpool need to create a system whereby they have a set structure before the side can compete for top signings.

Portuguese star forward Cristiano Ronaldo feels that the Three Lions boss Roy Hodgson has made a big mistake by excluding Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand from the Three Lions squad bound for the 2012 Euros.

Topless Femen activists seize football trophy of Euro 2012 to protest against prostitution in former Soviet Republic

Ukrainian striker Andriy Shevchenko is reportedly all set to make a comeback to Chelsea. However, this time he will be returning at Stamford Bridge as a coach rather than a player, according to a Daily Mail report.

Roy Hodgson believes that Chelsea's Champions League win showed why he selected Gary Cahill over Rio Ferdinand for the Euros squad, with the England manager insisting Cahill's age and skill show he is the best man for the job in defence.

England will be successful at the 2012 Euros only if they build their side around Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard, according to Dutch legend Edgar Davids, with the Merseyside legend being named skipper for his country as well as his club last week.

Arsenal captain Robin van Persie will be ordered not to talk to the press while on international duty with Holland at the summer's European Championships.

A German sausage dog named Sissi has become the latest psychic animal to predict a major sporting event by forcasting Bayern Munich to win Saturday's Champions League against Chelsea.

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has admitted that having Arsenal teammate Theo Walcott on board in the England squad has made him even more excited about the prospect of travelling to Poland and the Ukraine in June.

A two-second clip of a Diego Maradona look-a-like cleaning floors in a Carlsberg advert has sparked outrage in Argentina.

Roy Hodgson's England squad for the European Championships was headlines by the omission of Rio Ferdinand

England supporters travelling for the 2012 Euros may have to carry a little extra money with them if they are to make calls or send texts from Ukraine (tournament co-host) because of the high roaming cost in East European country.

Roy Hodgson has defended Arsenal youngster Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's inclusion in his 23-man squad by claiming the 18 year old was ready to start games for the national team

Arsenal winger Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain earned a surprise call-up to England's final Euro 2012 squad, when new manager Roy Hodgson announced the squad on Wednesday.

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has revealed he's 'absolutely buzzing' after the Arsenal youngster was handed his first senior England call-up, with Roy Hodgson making the squad for the 2012 Euros official today.

Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure is ready to leave the Premier League champions in the summer, claims the player's agent.

Ryan Giggs has compared Paul Scholes to Spain star Xavi, with the Manchester United stalwart insisting his teammate would be a useful member of the England squad should he be chosen for the Euros.

Rio Ferdinand has been left out of England's Euro 2012 squad by manager Roy Hodgson, while Chelsea captain John Terry is expected to make the cut.

Arsenal's newest recruit, German forward Lukas Podolski, feels he can play in any position in the Gunners' forward line

An unused railway track in the small Ukrainian town of Kleven (which lies some 350km from Kiev) has naturally transformed itself into a romantic paradise for couples.

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini has confirmed Italian striker Mario Balotelli will remain at the club for next season, despite a poor disciplinary record and interest from the Serie A

Bryan Robson believes that Danny Welbeck would be an apt fill-in for Wayne Rooney during the group stages of the 2012 Euros, with the Manchester United striker shining for his club this season and showing great potential for England.