Archive for September, 2009

FIFA suspends Brunei for government interference

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009

The Football Association of Brunei Darussalam (BAFA) has been suspended by FIFA for government interference in its affairs, soccer´s world governing body said Wednesday.

Toulouse call for punishment

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009

Toulouse have called for “severe punishment” after one of their supporters died, two weeks after he was injured in violent clashes with Partizan Belgrade fans.

Assuncao confident for Porto trip

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009

Atletico Madrid midfielder Paulo Assuncao is confident his side can put their poor start to the season aside and return from Wednesday night’s Champions League clash against his former club Porto with all three points.

Kaka calls for real calm

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009

Recent Champions League winners Cristiano Ronaldo and Kaka have sought to temper the growing anticipation that this is going to be Real Madrid’s year in Europe as their side prepare to host Marseille.

Reds owners dismiss selling talks

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009

Liverpool’s co-owners George Gillett and Tom Hicks have issued a joint statement rubbishing reports that either party are preparing to sell their stake in the club.

Benitez furious over Liverpool performance

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009

Rafael Benitez condemned his Liverpool side’s approach to their shattering 2-0 Champions League defeat by Fiorentina.