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England legend Sir Geoff Hurst has backed Manchester United forward Danny Welbeck to force his way into Fabio Capello's squad for next summer's European Championships.

Animal rights groups are alarmed over stray cats and dogs being culled in the Ukraine.

The International Business Times can confirm Arsenal have not made an offer for Cologne striker Lukas Podolski.

Firm action is required at the Durban climate talks to prevent increasing global hunger and poverty, Oxfam warns.

A source close to Borussia Dortmund sensation Mario Götze has told the International Business Times that a move to Manchester United or Arsenal in January is not on the player's agenda prior to next summer's European Championships.

Liverpool midfielder Steven Gerrard looks likely to miss the club's next three games as he continues his recovery from an ankle infection.

Sir Alex Ferguson has spoken of his joy at the news that former Manchester United reserves keeper Ron-Robert Zieler has made his debut for the Germany national team, as the side drew 3-3 with Ukraine last night.

Swansea City boss Brendan Rodgers has described Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney as “a phenomenal football player”.

Jack Rodwell has acclaimed the new wave of England players who have made the transition from the Under-21s to the senior side.

Tottenham Hotspur fullback Kyle Walker has been compared to Chelsea left-back Ashley Cole following his impressive display against Sweden on Tuesday night.

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

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".

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

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.

Former Liverpool captain Jamie Redknapp believes Scott Parker is one of England’s ‘most valuable’ players and should have played at the 2010 World Cup finals in South Africa.

Manchester United defender Phil Jones must "iron out the flaws" in his game if he is to become the next great centre-half at club and international level, according to Alan Hansen.

Harry Redknapp has praised Joleon Lescott following the Manchester City defender’s superb display for England against Spain on Saturday.

The International Business Times rates the England team’s performance during the 1-0 victory over World Cup holders Spain at Wembley.

Frank Lampard scores the only goal of the game as England beat the world and European champions Spain at Wembley.

Former England international Alan Shearer is looking forward to seeing Chelsea striker Daniel Sturridge feature in the upcoming international friendlies against Spain and Sweden.

Yann M'Vila has primed Arsenal for a summer bid after he admitted he's ready to leave Rennes after Euro 2012.

England will be hoping to avoid a third successive friendly defeat against Spain when the two sides meet at Wembley on Saturday evening.

Fabio Capello has assured Manchester United star Rio Ferdinand that he still has a future with England.

Liverpool legend and Match of the Day pundit Alan Hansen believes Manchester United youngster Danny Welbeck ‘has a bit of everything’ but can still improve.

The International Business Times can confirm Borussia Monchengladbach forward Marco Reus will definitely not be leaving the Bundesliga in January despite rumoured interest from Arsenal.

Fabio Capello has admitted he is fearful his England side could be humiliated in their meeting with Spain, as they prepare for Saturday's match against the world champions "without any players".

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

Liverpool midfielder Steven Gerard has admitted next summer's Euro 2012 tournament is likely to be his last international championship.

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.