Jens Raitanen
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South Korea to revive football exchanges with North
Chung Mong-gyu will discuss reviving inter-Korean football exchanges with North Korea during his visit to Pyongyang later this month.
Sep 7, 06:05
Kimi Raikkonen blames clutch for bad start to Italian Grand Prix
Kimi Raikkonen insists the clutch in his Ferrari was to blame for his bad start to the Italian Grand Prix, although the Finn still managed to finish fifth at Monza.
Sep 7, 05:24
Oscar Pareja praises young FC Dallas side after 'perfect game'
Dallas manager Oscar Pareja says that his side had a "perfect game" as they came away with a comfortable 3-0 away win at Columbus Crew in Ohio.
Sep 7, 05:06
Isaac Hayden: 'I chose to move to Arsenal instead of Manchester United'
Arsenal youngster Isaac Hayden says that it was an easy decision when he was presented with the choice to join the Gunners or Manchester United in 2004.
Sep 7, 04:33
Marc Wilmots: 'It was the worst performance that I have ever seen'
Marc Wilmots says that Belgium put in the worst team performance that he has ever seen - despite securing a vital 1-0 win away to Cyprus.
Sep 7, 04:16
Moussa Sissoko: 'There were other clubs who wanted to sign me'
Moussa Sissoko reveals that he may have left Newcastle United in the summer had they not stopped him from negotiating with other clubs.
Sep 7, 03:47
Gaizka Mendieta backs Cesc Fabregas to overcome slow start to season
Former Spain international Gaizka Mendieta insists that Cesc Fabregas will get back to his best following a slow start to the new season.
Sep 7, 03:14
Gordon Strachan: 'Germany have evolved since Scotland last played them'
Gordon Strachan believes that Germany "have evolved" since his Scotland side were beaten by the world champions in last year's qualifier in Dortmund.
Sep 7, 02:54
Paul Lambert: 'Scotland are capable of beating Germany in a one-off game'
Paul Lambert says that Scotland are capable of beating Germany in a "one-off game" as they continue their preparation for their crucial Euro 2016 qualifier.
Sep 7, 02:30
Ray Parlour: 'Wenger could come under pressure if Arsenal do not improve'
Ray Parlour feels Arsene Wenger could come under pressure this season if Arsenal fail to improve following a quiet summer transfer window.
Sep 6, 06:08
Clint Dempsey scores as Seattle Sounders overcome resilient Toronto
Clint Dempsey's late goal is enough for Seattle Sounders to beat Toronto 2-1 in this close-fought MLS encounter.
Sep 6, 06:08
Conor Casey double helps Philadelphia Union secure late win over San Jose
Conor Casey proved to be the super-sub as he came off the bench to score twice in Philadelphia Union's 2-1 win away to San Jose Earthquakes.
Sep 6, 06:06
Charley Hoffman leads Deutsche Bank Championship after second round
Charley Hoffman leads the Deutsche Bank Championship in Boston after the second round following his run of eight birdies in 14 holes.
Sep 6, 06:05
Australia secure comfortable win over USA in World Cup warm-up
Australia continue their preparations for the Rugby World Cup win a comfortable 47-10 win over USA.
Sep 6, 04:03
Didier Drogba hat-trick helps secure Montreal Impact win over Chicago Fire
Didier Drogba's hat-trick helps Montreal Impact overcome Chicago Fire 4-3 in a seven-goal thriller at the Saputo Stadium.
Sep 6, 03:39
Giuseppe Marotta: 'We will not make second bid for Marek Hamsik in January'
Juventus director Giuseppe Marotta insists that they will not make a second bid for Napoli midfielder Marek Hamsik in the January transfer window.
Sep 6, 02:42
Charlie Austin: 'I had regular contact with Chris Ramsey during transfer window'
Charlie Austin admits that he had regular conversations with head coach Chris Ramsey during the transfer window while speculation about his future intensified.
Sep 5, 18:31
Sergio Perez: 'I was a bit too optimistic on the straight in Q3'
Sergio Perez admits that he was a "bit too optimistic" during his final run of qualifying as he tried to get a tow from Kimi Raikkonen's Ferrari.
Sep 5, 17:47
Scottish League One roundup: Dunfermline top after win over former leaders Forfar
Dunfermline Athletic move to the top of the Scottish League One table after a big 4-0 win away to former leaders Forfar.
Sep 5, 17:44
Wayne Rooney backs Anthony Martial to be success at Manchester United
Wayne Rooney is confident that Anthony Martial will live up to expectations at Manchester United following his £36m move from Monaco on transfer deadline day.
Sep 5, 15:25
Aaron Ramsey: 'No better way to qualify for Euro 2016 than at home'
Aaron Ramsey says that there is no better way for Wales to qualify for Euro 2016 than in front of their own supporters as they prepare to face Israel on Sunday.
Sep 5, 14:53
FAW warns Welsh supporters over potential pitch invasion against Israel
The FA of Wales warns supporters that they could harm their country's qualification for Euro 2016 if they invade the pitch in celebration against Israel.
Sep 5, 14:49
Monaco reject bid for Layvin Kurzawa from rivals Paris Saint-Germain
Monaco have rejected an £12.9m bid for Layvin Kurzawa from Paris Saint-Germain, according to reports from France.
Aug 20, 12:34
Sampdoria keen on signing former Monaco striker Dimitar Berbatov?
Serie A side Sampdoria are reportedly keen on signing Dimitar Berbatov, who is a free agent after leaving Monaco at the end of last season.
Aug 20, 12:06
Sebastian Vettel says Ferrari "will give everything" until end of season
Sebastian Vettel insists that Ferrari will not give up on winning the F1 World Championship title despite the dominance of Mercedes.
Aug 20, 12:03
Slaven Bilic confident West Ham will complete deal to sign Alex Song
West Ham boss Slaven Bilic is confident that Alex Song will pass his medical and complete his move to Upton Park from Barcelona.
Aug 20, 11:59
Genoa president Enrico Preziosi looking to sign striker Juan Iturbe on loan
Genoa President Enrico Preziosi is hoping to convince Roma striker Juan Iturbe to join the club on a season-long loan.
Aug 20, 11:50
Half-Time Report: Athletic Bilbao dominate first-half proceedings
Athletic Bilbao dominate the first half as they look progress from their Europa League qualifying second-leg tie against Inter Baku.
Aug 6, 18:04
Quique Flores: 'Language is not a problem in multinational Watford squad'
Quique Flores insists that communicating his ideas to his multinational Watford squad will not be a problem.
Aug 6, 16:13
Arsenal 'will sign striker Karim Benzema if he asks to leave Real Madrid'
Arsenal will sign striker Karim Benzema if the Frenchman asks to leave Real Madrid this summer, according to La Liga expert Graham Hunter.
Aug 6, 15:34
Kevin De Bruyne hints at potential Wolfsburg exit this summer
Manchester City and Manchester United target Kevin De Bruyne refuses to confirm that he will remain at Wolfsburg past this summer.
Aug 6, 15:06
Hull City Shaun Maloney bid rejected by MLS side Chicago Fire
Hull City's bid for former Wigan Athletic midfielder Shaun Maloney is rejected by Chicago Fire, according to reports from the United States.
Aug 6, 13:47
Manchester United, Arsenal target Lacazette to sign new deal with Lyon
Manchester United and Arsenal target Alexandre Lacazette is on the verge of signing a new deal with Lyon, according to reports in France.
Aug 6, 13:20
Eddie Howe to be "ruthless" with Bournemouth decision making
Eddie Howe insists that he will be ruthless if needed when it comes to making tough decisions for Bournemouth in the Premier League this season.
Aug 6, 12:10
