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- Dawson facing spell on sidelines - England and Tottenham defender Michael Dawson is ruled out of Tuesday's game against Switzerland because of an injury.
- Toshack has Wales Euro 2012 fears - John Toshack says Wales' October clash with Bulgaria is a must-win after the Montenegro loss as his managerial future is queried.
- Keane fitness boost for Republic - Republic of Ireland skipper Robbie Keane will be fit for Tuesday night's Euro 2012 qualifier against Andorra.
- Houllier silent over Villa role - Gerard Houllier is remaining coy amid reports that he is about to be handed a managerial role at Aston Villa.
- Carragher scores in testimonial - Jamie Carragher marked his testimonial with a goal for each side as Liverpool beat an Everton XI 4-1 at Anfield.
- Miller at ease with contract talk - Rangers striker Kenny Miller insists the speculation surrounding his future is not affecting his game.
- Carlisle 0-0 Swindon - Swindon are left waiting for their first league win of the season after battling their way to a goalless draw at unbeaten Carlisle.
- Tranmere 1-0 Peterborough - Tranmere record their first league win of the season thanks to Arnaud Mendy's strike against Peterborough.
- Southend 2-1 Torquay - Anthony Grant and Josh Simpson hit the goals as Southend end League Two leaders Torquay's 100% start to the season.
- Stevenage 1-1 Crewe - Ashley Westwood rescues a point for Crewe in their first competitive meeting against newly promoted Stevenage.
- Scotland need home wins - Brown - Scott Brown believes victories at home are paramount after Scotland open their Euro 2012 qualifying campaign with a goalless draw in Lithuania.
- Moore to be loaned out by Baggies - West Brom boss Roberto Di Matteo says he plans to loan out Luke Moore after leaving him out of his 25-man Premier League squad.
- Walton has Blades loan cancelled - Plymouth Argyle confirm that midfielder Simon Walton has returned after having his loan at Sheffield United cancelled.
- Johnstone's Paint Trophy R2 draw - The second round draw for the Johnstone's Paint Trophy has been made.
- Capello hails hat-trick man Defoe - England manager Fabio Capello praises Jermain Defoe after the Tottenham striker scores a hat-trick in the 4-0 Euro 2012 qualifying win over Bulgaria.
Soccer Net
- Karim Benzema could make return for France - Karim Benzema could return for France against Bosnia in their Euro 2012 qualifier on Tueday.
- Spurs confirm Dawson will miss at least six weeks - Tottenham have confirmed Michael Dawson will be out of action for six to eight weeks after he suffered ligament damage in his knee and ankle on international duty.
- Shay Given set to fight for his place at Man City - Manchester City's Shay Given is determined to prove Roberto Mancini wrong and force his way back into City's starting eleven.
- Gerard Houllier tight-lipped on Aston Villa role - Former Liverpool manager Gerard Houllier would not drawn on speculation he is being lined up for a role with managerless Aston Villa.
- Celtic midfielder Ki hits out at boss Lennon - Celtic midfielder Ki Sung-Yueng has revealed he has a poor relationship with boss Neil Lennon and is considering moving on.
- Alves not worried by contract uncertainty at Barca - Dani Alves insists he is not worried about his future at Barcelona despite ongoing speculation over his new deal.
- Gerrard allowed to make brief cameo for Carra - England manager Fabio Capello has granted Steven Gerrard special dispensation to make a brief appearance in Jamie Carragher's Liverpool testimonial.
- A-League: Kalmar gives Melbourne Heart first win - Melbourne Heart secured their first-ever A-League victory as Nick Kalmar's early strike sealed a 1-0 win over North Queensland Fury at AAMI Park.
- Kuyt confirms Inter negotiations took place - Dirk Kuyt has confirmed there were negotiations with Inter this summer but he insists he is happy to stay at Liverpool.
- England defender Dawson set to miss six weeks - ESPNsoccernet understands England defender Michael Dawson will be out for six weeks with ligament and cartilage damage after he was stretchered off against Bulgaria.
- Carragher blames Souness for Liverpool decline - Jamie Carragher believes Graeme Souness is responsible for Liverpool losing their status as English football's top club.
- Trapattoni: Robbie Keane will be fit for Andorra - Republic of Ireland skipper Robbie Keane is fit for Tuesday night's Euro 2012 qualifier against Andorra after he suffered no reaction to his knee injury in the 1-0 win over Armenia.
- Del Bosque is pleased with Torres progress - Spain boss Vicente Del Bosque believes Fernando Torres is getting back on track after he hit a brace in the 4-0 win over Liechtenstein.
- Park Ji-Sung not concerned by Chelsea form - Park Ji-Sung insists Manchester United have no reason to fear Chelsea despite their hugely impressive start to the season.
- Robinho: Milan and Barca are strongest in Europe - Robinho believes AC Milan and Barcelona are now the two strongest sides in Europe after the Rossoneri's summer spending.
