Vincent Kompany, Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo becomes first sportsman to reach 50m 'likes' on Facebook
Real Madrid and Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo beats Lionel Messi and David Beckham to become the first sportsman to reach 50m 'likes' on social networking site Facebook.
Oct 16, 04:03
Sam Allardyce
West Ham United manager Sam Allardyce wants to punish Southampton this weekend
Sam Allardyce thinks that West Ham United must try to use Southampton's poor start to the season to their advantage when the two promoted sides meet this weekend.
Oct 16, 03:47
Mano Menezes
Brazil coach Mano Menezes happy with the Selecao's progression
Mano Manezes insists that he is happy with the steady improvement being made by his Brazil side as they prepare to defend a 14-month unbeaten run against Japan in Poland on Tuesday.
Oct 16, 03:35
Steven Taylor
Newcastle United defender Steven Taylor aiming to return against Sunderland
Steven Taylor admits that he is desperate to be fit to face Sunderland this weekend.
Oct 16, 03:21
Alan Pardew
Alan Pardew, Martin O'Neill clear the air ahead of North-East derby
Alan Pardew and Martin O'Neill reportedly agree to bury the hatchet as Newcastle United prepare to travel to Sunderland for the Tyne-Wear derby this weekend.
Oct 16, 02:59
Gareth Bale scores a brace
Wales manager Chris Coleman hails 'devastating' Gareth Bale
Chris Coleman reveals that he would not swap Welsh winger Gareth Bale for any other player as he prepares to face Croatia in Tuesday's World Cup qualifier.
Oct 16, 02:44
Jack Wilshere
Jack Wilshere ready to step up Arsenal comeback this week
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere will continue his comeback by starting in a behind-closed doors friendly against Chelsea on Wednesday, according to reports.
Oct 16, 02:26
New boxing generic
Kal Yafai pleased with progress of early professional career
Super bantamweight prospect Kal Yafai believes that he has progressed at a steady rate since turning professional in July and wants to step up in class before the end of 2012.
Oct 16, 02:10
Tyson Fury
Tyson Fury could face disciplinary action over insults hurled at David Price
The British Boxing Board of Control confirm that they are looking into a string of verbal insults aimed at David Price by Tyson Fury.
Oct 16, 01:54
New boxing generic
Jamie McDonnell faces Darwin Zamora after Vusi Malinga withdraws through injury
Darwin Zamora is booked as a late replacement to take on Jamie McDonnell in Saturday's IBF title eliminator after Vusi Malinga withdraws through injury.
Oct 16, 01:38
Morten Olsen
Denmark manager Morten Olsen fears quality of top Italian players
Morten Olsen admits that Denmark are wary of Italian trio Andrea Pirlo, Mario Balotelli and Daniele De Rossi ahead of Tuesday's World Cup qualifier at the San Siro.
Oct 16, 01:14
Vicente Del Bosque
Spain manager Vicente del Bosque feels ready for France 'knockout tie'
Vicente del Bosque reveals that he thinks Spain's World Cup qualifier against France will have a cup-tie atmosphere because of the magnitude of the match.
Oct 16, 00:00
Nwankwo Kanu
Kanu: 'Nigeria can build on Africa Cup of Nations qualification'
Kanu shares his excitement at the Nigeria team being built by Stephen Keshi after the Super Eagles thrash Liberia 6-1 to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations.
Oct 15, 23:45
Michael O'Neill
Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill targets surprise result in Portugal
Michael O'Neill thinks that Northern Ireland can spring a surprise in Portugal if they stick to his gameplan and take full advantage of their time in possession.
Oct 15, 23:31
Steven Fletcher and Darren Fletcher, aka 'The Fletchers'
Scotland captain Darren Fletcher wants to beat Belgium for Craig Levein
Darren Fletcher is adamant that the Scotland players are right behind Craig Levein and will fight for the under-fire manager against Belgium tomorrow night.
Oct 15, 23:15
Radamel Falcao
Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo furious with continued speculation over Radamel Falcao
Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo reacts angrily to a further round of questions linking star striker Radamel Falcao with a move to Manchester City.
Oct 15, 22:59
Karim Benzema
France manager Didier Deschamps defends Karim Benzema
Didier Deschamps insists that Karim Benzema is a player that can make the difference for France, dismissing criticism of the striker's performances at international level.
Oct 15, 22:46
Ben Foster
West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper Ben Foster has no regrets over career
West Bromwich Albion keeper Ben Foster thinks that there is more to life than football and has no regrets over leaving Manchester United early in his career.
Oct 15, 22:31
David Villa
Barcelona striker David Villa feels ready to play regularly again
Spain and Barcelona striker David Villa thinks that he is capable of starting games again at the highest level after along recovery from a broken leg suffered last December.
Oct 15, 22:15
Robbie Keane
Republic of Ireland striker Robbie Keane plays down reports of a rift in the camp
Robbie Keane insists that reports of a row in the Republic of Ireland camp will not have a negative effect on their match against the Faroe Islands in midweek.
Oct 15, 21:58
Cesare Prandelli
Italy manager Cesare Prandelli desperate to beat Denmark this week
Italy manager Cesare Prandelli thinks that victory against Denmark in the San Siro on Tuesday will be a huge boost to the Azzurri's World Cup qualifying campaign.
Oct 15, 21:42
Alex Song
Alex Song: 'Barcelona are on another level'
Barcelona midfielder Alex Song tells the club's official magazine that he moved to Spain to fulfill a burning ambition to win trophies.
Oct 15, 21:28
Shola Ameobi
Shola Ameobi considered for Nigeria's Africa Cup of Nations squad
Nigeria manager Stephen Keshi confirms that Shola Ameobi could be part of his Africa Cup of Nations squad in January.
Oct 15, 21:13
Ledley King
Ledley King shares regrets over a career blighted by persistent knee injuries
Ledley King admits that it is hard not to look back on his career without thinking of what he could have achieved without having to deal with a persistent knee injury.
Oct 15, 04:59
Tomasz Kuszczak
Tomasz Kuszczak remains angry with Sir Alex Ferguson over Manchester United exit
Tomasz Kuszczak claims that Sir Alex Ferguson stopped him leaving Manchester United for three seasons by demanding an unfair transfer fee.
Oct 15, 04:38
Roy Hodgson
Roy Hodgson ready to make six changes for England's trip to Poland
England manager Roy Hodgson wants to make as many as six changes to his side to play Poland this week, according to reports.
Oct 15, 04:20
Daniel Ricciardo
Daniel Riccardo thinks brake problem cost him points at Korean Grand Prix
Daniel Riccardo believes that he could have improved on ninth place at the Korean Grand Prix without having to contend with break failure during the race.
Oct 15, 03:57
Fernando Alonso
Ferrari boss Stefano Domenicali wants cool heads as title fight goes to the wire
Ferrari team principal Stefano Domenicali thinks that keeping a cool head must remain a priority as Fernando Alonso battles Sebastian Vettel for the world championship.
Oct 15, 03:43
Jenson Button
Jenson Button blasts 'careless' Sauber pair after crashing out of Korean Grand Prix
Jenson Button implores Sauber drivers Kamui Kobayashi and Sergio Perez to improve their driving after the pair combine to force him to retire early at the Korean Grand Prix.
Oct 15, 03:22
Victoria Azarenka
Victoria Azarenka wins Generali Ladies title in Linz
Victoria Azarenka extends her unbeaten run to 13 matches with victory in the Generali Ladies tournament final over Julia Goerges in Austria.
Oct 15, 03:04
David Price
David Price laughs off insults from domestic heavyweight rival Tyson Fury
David Price thinks that Tyson Fury should seek medical help after he launches a vicious attack on the Liverpudlian following his impressive knockout win over Audley Harrison.
Oct 15, 02:49
Roy Carroll
Roy Carroll wants Lee Camp to make return for Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland goalkeeper Roy Carroll insists that he wants Lee Camp to return to the squad and challenge him for a place in the national side.
Oct 15, 02:33
Golf
Jonas Blixt wins the Frys.com Open in California to secure his maiden PGA title
Jonas Blixt becomes the third rookie to win on the PGA tour this season with victory at the Frys.com Open in California.
Oct 15, 02:16
Steve Morison
Steve Morison proud of Welsh spirit to produce comeback victory against Scotland
Wales striker Steve Morison insists that his team more than merited their late comeback victory against Scotland.
Oct 15, 01:58
A dejected John O'Shea
John O'Shea thankful for quick return to action against the Faroe Islands
John O'Shea insists that the Republic of Ireland must focus on producing a professional performance against the Faroe Islands on Tuesday.
Oct 15, 01:45
Andres Iniesta, Keith Andrews
Spain playmaker Andres Iniesta urges importance of victory against France
Andres Iniesta admits that victory over France on Tuesday would go a long way towards securing a place at the 2013 World Cup in Brazil.
Oct 15, 01:29
Joe Allen
Joe Allen wants Wales to build on Scotland win against Croatia on Tuesday
Joe Allen thinks that Wales can build on a morale-boosting win over Scotland to shock Croatia on Tuesday.
Oct 15, 01:14
Michael van Gerwen
Michael van Gerwen insists World Grand Prix victory marks the 'best day of his life'
Michael van Gerwen hails the 'best day of his life' after coming from 4-1 down to beat Mervyn King in the World Grand Prix final in Dublin.
Oct 14, 21:59
Philippe Senderos
Fulham defender Philippe Senderos feels ready to return to first-team action
Philippe Senderos thinks that he is ready to make a first-team return for Fulham after recovering from a persistent foot injury.
Oct 14, 21:51
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain insists England want all three points against Poland
England forward Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain says that the Three Lions should be aiming to beat Poland when they travel to Warsaw on Tuesday.
Oct 14, 21:36
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