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Wayne Rooney and Peter Schmeichel have both insisted that Manchester United won't start panicking, as the side aim to challenge cross-town rivals Manchester City for the title.

Liverpool legend Alan Hansen believes caretaker Stuart Pearce should have chosen Steven Gerrard to be England captain, despite the midfielder's struggle with injuries.

Arsenal legend Alan Smith believes England's young strike force can cope without the suspended Wayne Rooney for the opening fixtures at Euro 2012 after an impressive display against Holland at Wembley on Wednesday night.

Arsenal legend Alan Smith has lauded the potential of Manchester United youngsters Phil Jones and Danny Welbeck and believes the pair represent two of England's brightest prospects beyond Euro 2012.

Wayne Rooney says that he is continually inspired by Sir Alex Ferguson, with the striker insisting that while the Manchester United legend is intimidating, he knows exactly how to handle each of his players.

The Englishmen and the Dutch will meet at Wembley for the first time since that game in Euro '96, when the hosts enjoyed a thoroughly convincing 4-1 win.

Stuart Pearce believes that Tom Cleverley is set for a big future with both England and Manchester United, as the youngster makes a comeback from injury and works his way into the international squad.

Sir Alex Ferguson has ruled Wayne Rooney out of Manchester United's Europa League match-up with Ajax on Thursday night, but the manager may be handed a boost, with Tom Cleverley looking set to start for the first time since recovering from his injury.

Carlos Tevez has insisted that he was treated like a dog at Manchester City, but still wants to make a return to the club this week, as Gary Neville offers some insight into the striker's time at Manchester United.

BBC football pundit Garth Crooks believes Manchester United winger Antonio Valencia is a better team player than Old Trafford legend Cristiano Ronaldo.

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Jamie Redknapp has insisted that his father Harry will take some time to digest all of the drama of the last few weeks before making any decision to leave Tottenham for the currently vacant England post.

Two of the Premier League's greatest ever players, Manchester United legend Roy Keane and Newcastle United icon Alan Shearer ,have had their say on the England management debacle, with the latter backing Harry Redknapp and the former issuing a stark warning to those placing too much credence in the England captaincy.

Harry Redknapp remains focused on Tottenham Hotspur despite the clamour to anoint the 64-year-old as Fabio Capello's successor.

The question, now, is very simple. Who will replace Fabio Capello?

England players have taken to twitter to voice their opinions over Fabio Capello leaving the England managerial position, with team members including Wayne Rooney and Rio Ferdinand having their say over the shock decision.

India's first ever international football league... modelled on the lines of cricket's successful Indian Premier League (IPL), is all set to kick off on March 24.

Former Premier League referee Graham Poll and Wayne Rooney believe Liverpool star Luiz Suarez should have been sent off during the 0-0 draw at Anfield on Monday night.

Sunday's feisty Premier League encounter between Manchester United and Chelsea had absolutely everything! Plenty of goals... loads of fouls... refereeing controversies and even two penalty kicks.

Garth Crooks has lavished praise on Manchester United star Wayne Rooney following the striker's brace from the penalty spot against Chelsea on Sunday.

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has lauded the improved performance of goalkeeper David De Gea after his side came from behind to rescue a point against Chelsea on Sunday.

BBC Football pundit Garth Crooks has praised the recent performances of Arsenal sensation Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, claiming the prodigiously gifted English starlet could be the 'next David Beckham'.

Manchester United thrashed Chelsea three goals to nil in their last encounter on September 18, 2011.

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Two people accused of trying to blackmail Coleen Rooney jailed over stolen camera plot.

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The Times claim Manchester United talisman Wayne Rooney is a serious doubt for the FA Cup fourth round tie against Liverpool.

Manchester United legend Andy Cole has revealed he can see some of himself in Danny Welbeck, as the young striker continues to stake his claim on a starting sport for the English giants.

Hannover are facing competition from French outfit Brest in their pursuit of Manchester United striker Mame Biram Diouf, with the 24-year-old still deciding where his short term future lies as the January transfer window winds down.