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Ancelotti diplomatic over Capello sacking Terry as England captain

Carlo Ancelotti has always been regarded as an uncontroversial manager and he showed his class yesterday hailing John Terry’s captaincy against Arsenal while not undermining Fabio Capello’s decision.
Speaking after the game Ancelotti said
“John is the perfect captain for Chelsea,” said Ancelotti.
“My captain has a fantastic attitude. He is doing very well in every game.
“It is [...]

Terry sacked as England Captain by Capello

John Terry has been sacked as England captain. The 29-year-old was informed of the decision by Fabio Capello during a brief meeting at Wembley this afternoon. The decision comes after allegations surrounding the Chelsea skipper’s private life came to light.
“After much thought I have made the decision that it will be best for me to [...]

Redknapp: Trust Capello to make right decision on Terry

Harry Redknapp feels Fabio Capello should be fully backed on whatever decision he makes regarding John Terry.
The England coach is meeting his captain Terry on Friday to discuss the implications of press revelations about his alleged affair with Wayne Bridge’s ex-girlfriend.
Since the stories were published, the publicity has been intense and many are calling on [...]

Beckham shines as Milan crush Genoa

Once again, David Beckham is in Milan in hopes he will catch the eyes of England’s Fabio Capello and make the final list for the World Cup finals, and it looks like the legendary winger is indeed on course of proving his worth.
 
With Milan’s front line injury woes that forced both Alexandre Pato and Clarence [...]

Coaches make the difference between Tottenham and Liverpool – Crouch

Former Southampton, Portsmouth, Liverpool and current Spurs striker peter Crouch says he prefers Redknapp’s approach to that of Benitez in the way they deal with their players.
 
Crouch reckons the two managers are from totally different managerial schools to each other, with England manager Fabio Capello being closer to the Reds manager school.
 
“Harry wears his heart [...]

No Owen again, No Beckham, but Bent makes England squad

Darren Bent has reappeared on Fabio Capello’s squad list after having been summoned for the friendly vs Brazil to be held in Doha, Qatar on Saturday. However, David Beckham did not make the list as his side LA Galaxy will be involved in the MLS Western Conference final on Friday.
 
The Black Cats boss Steve Bruce [...]

Darren Bent should be in World Cup squad claims Sunderland boss Bruce

Steve Bruce is hoping to convince Fabio Capello that Darren Bent should be in the England squad for the World Cup 2010.
Bent is second highest goal scorer in the Premiership which is no mean feat considering he does not play for one of the top 6 and and with Michael Owen looking more and more [...]

Should Arsenal’s Almunia now be the English goalkeeper?

The news has come throught today that the Arsenal goalkeeper Manuel Almunia is now eligible to own a British Passport, after completing the five years of being a resident here neccessary to earn the right. But is he good enough to be given the Number One jersey for England?
Arsene Wenger thinks so.
Almunia took over from [...]

Aston Villa in talks with Middlesbrough over double swoop

It seems that Aston Villa are talking to Middlesbrough regardin the purchase of both Stewart Downing and Tuncay, according to this report in the Daily Express:
ASTON VILLA are ready to launch a twin raid on Middlesbrough for Stewart Downing and Tuncay.
Manager Martin O’Neill’s interest in England winger Downing will raise doubts over the future [...]

Aston Villa in talks with Middlesbrough over double swoop

It seems that Aston Villa are talking to Middlesbrough regardin the purchase of both Stewart Downing and Tuncay, according to this report in the Daily Express:
ASTON VILLA are ready to launch a twin raid on Middlesbrough for Stewart Downing and Tuncay.
Manager Martin O’Neill’s interest in England winger Downing will raise doubts over the future [...]