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Bechkam: Henry is not a cheat

David Beckham has defended Thierry Henry following his controversial handball in the World Cup play-off against the Republic of Ireland.

Henry has been condemned as a cheat following his part in the decisive goal in Wednesday night's game in Paris.

But Beckham said: "I honestly didn't think Thierry meant it.

"I know him as a player and a person. He's a good person and a great player. It's a shame to see Ireland go out because they have such great fans but these things happen in football.

"I really don't think he meant it.

"I've had a few headlines i...

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Mourinho keen on crucial stretch

Jose Mourinho is eager to start six packed day in his schedule as his Inter Milan side take on Bologna in the Serie A then Barcelona in the Champions League. Mourinho talked about losing Davide Santon and Wesley Sneijder to injury, as well as his view about Mario Balotelli. "We have lost Sneijder [ ... ]

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Fergie: The league starts now

Sir Alex Ferguson is adamant Manchester United can claw back Chelsea's five-point advantage. Amid all the furore over the Republic of Ireland's World Cup exit, it has largely been forgotten that United's hopes of completing an unprecedented Premier League four-timer were also adversely affected by [ ... ]

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Maldini: Milan should focus on Europe

Former AC Milan captain Paulo Maldini believes that the Rossoneri's best chance of success lies in the Champions League. After a poor start to their Serie A campaign Milan have hit a patch of form and are unbeaten in their last seven matches - however they still languish seven points adrift of lea [ ... ]

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Giovinco not interested in Liverpool

Juventus midfielder Sebastian Giovinco is not heading to Liverpool insisted his agent. Alberto Aquilani became the Reds' latest Italian signing during the summer but Giovinco is not joining his countryman at Anfield. Agent Luca Pasqualin told Goal.com, "I don't think we can say there is anything [ ... ]

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Latest Newsflash

Barca snap up Chanturia

Promising Georgian attacking midfielder Giorgi Chanturia has joined European and Spanish champions Barcelona.

Midfielder set for bench role

Javier Mascherano may find himself on the bench for the Champions League opener against Debrecen tonight with Lucas Leiva playing.

Terry ready for Spurs test

Chelsea skipper John Terry believes Tottenham will give the Blues a tough test when they visit Stamford Bridge on Sunday.

Adebayor banned

Man City striker Emmanuel Adebayor has been banned for at least three matches for violent conduct against Arsenal.

Shock Departure Announced

Chelsea have confirmed that Peter Kenyon is set to step down as chief executive of the club at the end of October.

Baptista: I almost joined Inter

AS Roma's Brazilian forward revealed that he almost made the leap to join league rivals Internazionale in the summer.

van der Sar retirement uncertain

The future of goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar at Manchester United remains uncertain. Van der Sar, who has not made an appearance in the new season due to a broken thumb, refuses to confirm retirement talk.

Red Devils linked with Maicon

Maicon's agent believes Man United have upped their interest in the Inter Milan defender but insists there are no offers on the table. The Brazil international joined Inter from Monaco in 2006 and has developed into a key player in the Nerazzurri team since Jose Mourinho took over two years ago.