Redknapp backs misfiring Defoe
Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp defended Jermain Defoe’s inadequate effectiveness in Saturday’s – draw with West Ham, revealing that the striker had been affected by the death of one of his grandparents on Friday evening.

If Terry was the wrong guy a 12 months ago, why is he the right gentleman now?
It is not a golden age for Italian football. Their clubs are struggling in Europe and their gamers and managers are struggling more than here.

Fabio Capello faces England fury: Rio Ferdinand leads anger as John Terry back as captain
England manager Fabio Capello faces a credibility crisis amid his players following he confirmed that John Terry is to be restored permanently to the function of captain.