Premier League managers sweat over Afcon

English Premier League teams have to make-do without some of their star players, who have national duties to perform at the Africa Cup of Nations.

Tottenham's Redknapp intent on keeping players focused

With hopes of qualifying for the Champions League again high, Tottenham's manager Harry Redknapp is keen to keep his players' minds on the task ahead.

FA battles to gag foul-mouthed fans

One of the craziest things, perhaps, about Emmanuel Adebayor's treatment at the hands of the Arsenal supporters.

Ole, ole, ole, gonna make you cry today

A useful rule of thumb is to avoid anybody who uses culture as an excuse for doing something stupid, says Chris Roper.

Liverpool has two sent off in thrashing at Spurs

Liverpool had two players sent off in a 4-0 trouncing at Tottenham Hotspur as their early season optimism evaporated in a woeful performance.

Real Madrid beat Tottenham in Champions League

Emmanuel Adebayor headed a goal in each half as Real Madrid hammered 10-man Tottenham 4-0 in the first leg of their Champions League quarterfinal.

Togo files legal complaint after bus attack

Togo has filed a legal complaint against CAF for failing to protect its team from a deadly attack as it travelled to January's Africa Cup of Nations.

Togo to fight Afcon ban

Togo plans to fight its suspension from the next two editions of the African Cup of Nations after the team withdrew from January's tournament.

Adebayor charged with violent and improper conduct

Emmanuel Adebayor has been charged with improper conduct over a challenge on former teammate Robin van Persie and his provocative goal celebration.

Goals galore in Champions League

The Champions League burst into life on Tuesday with 36 goals in eight matches, including 24 in just three games.

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