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Under-fire Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas has called a team meeting to quell dissatisfaction at the club.Villas-Boas wants to stamp his authority as Chelsea prepare to face a tough upcoming five games in the next two weeks that could define his future.
Britain's Daily Mirror newspaper suggests that Villas-Boas feels that he needs to get rid of the cliques within the dressing room.In addition, the Portuguese boss also appears under pressure to feature 50 million pounds striker Fernando Torres more often.
Villas-Boas allegedly believes that turning him into an impact substitute will help him rediscover his knack of scoring goals although the club's hierarchy reportedly want to see the Spaniard play start more games.
With Chelsea fifth in the league, 12 points behind leaders Manchester City after 12 games and with the club also on the brink of being knocked out of the Champions League group stages, owner Roman Abramovich has witnessed the Blues' worst start since he took over.
To make matters worse for the manager, his number two Roberto Di Matteo is understood to be struggling with being an assistant and would like to go back to being a manager again."In football you live in the moment, and Chelsea's moment is negative," Villas-Boas told the Daily Mirror.
"We have to avert the bad results and get into a dynamic of victory.""It’s not about what I expect, it's about Chelsea's expectations. Chelsea's expectations are titles, and at the moment there is no title to play for.""At the moment the negatives are all out exposed, but that doesn't mean we don' have the character to change it."
Hodgson welcomes Odemwingie return
West Brom manager Roy Hodgson does not believe Peter Odemwingie is guilty of exaggerating the extent of his recent knee injury.
Warnock: BPL life is a rollercoaster
Neil Warnock insists the new arrivals in the Barclays Premier League have not been lulled into a false sense of security by their pleasing start to the season.
Martinez backs Whelan's grand plan
Wigan manager Roberto Martinez is happy for chairman Dave Whelan to pass control of the club on to his grandson if the 75-year-old feels it is the right thing to do.
Bannan deeply regrets actions
Aston Villa's Barry Bannan has apologised to his family, club and supporters and said he "deeply regrets" his actions after admitting drink-driving on Friday.
Wenger: Goals will come for Gervinho
Arsene Wenger has told Gervinho he must not become desperate to get back on the goal trail as the forward helps drive the Arsenal's charge up the Barclays Premier League table.
Fergie: Chelsea still in title race
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has refused to rule Chelsea out of the Barclays Premier League title race.
Tevez agent hints at Milan move
Carlos Tevez's advisor Kia Joorabchian has opened up the possibility of the controversial striker joining AC Milan.
Pulis tries to calm down Stoke
Tony Pulis has stressed it will not be "the end of the world" if Stoke's losing streak continues against Blackburn.
Doyle: Wolves can shock Chelsea
Kevin Doyle has challenged Wolves to repeat the level of performance which enabled them to topple a quartet of the Barclays Premier League's against Chelsea.
Coyle defends his Bolton record
Bolton boss Owen Coyle insists the club have made massive strides during his two years in charge.
Martinez happy with Wigan succession
Wigan manager Roberto Martinez is happy for chairman Dave Whelan to pass control of the club on to his grandson if the 75-year-old feels it is the right thing to do.
Dalglish faced with tough City choices
Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish knows he has some tough calls to make as he seeks to end Manchester City's unbeaten start to the Premier League season.
AVB: I have Abramovich's backing
Andre Villas-Boas insisted he retained the complete backing of Roman Abramovich and Chelsea's players.
Wenger admits reliance on RVP
Arsene Wenger accepts Arsenal are currently "reliant" on the goals of in-form captain Robin van Persie - but maintains the Gunners are far from a one-man team.
Mancini won't give up on Europe dream
Roberto Mancini will not give up on Manchester City's Champions League challenge but claims they are not good enough to win the competition.
Fergie stands by United squad
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is refusing to abandon his long-term approach to transfers despite the loss of Anderson until February.
McLeish: Villa are in transition
Alex McLeish admits Aston Villa are in a period of transition and that the club has to "run within its means".
Redknapp: I never thought of quitting
Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp insists he never thought about quitting management during his recent heart scare.
Dalglish: Carragher still key to Reds
Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish insists defender Jamie Carragher still has a key role to play in the team.
Chelsea, Liverpool eye Brazil hotshot
English giants Chelsea and Liverpool are battling to acquire the services of teenage Brazilian sensation Lucas.
Wenger: Africa Cup of Nations a concern
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has revealed his concern over the implications the Africa Cup of Nations could have on his side.
Essien in line for shock early return
Crocked midfielder Michael Essien has given beleaguered Chelsea tactician Andre Villas-Boas as massive boost by returning to light training.
Mancini: No problems with Bellamy
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini insists he never had major issues with Craig Bellamy and would be pleased to see the striker prosper at Liverpool.
Clarke: Reds can meet City challenge
Liverpool assistant coach Steve Clarke admits the options Sunday's visitors Manchester City have at their disposal presents a significant challenge.
AVB: No deadline from Abramovich
Andre Villas-Boas says club owner Roman Abramovich has not imposed a deadline to turn Chelsea's season around, despite facing four defining games in the next fortnight.
AVB: I don't need Guus Hiddink
Under-fire Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas insists he does not require the help of Guus Hiddink.
Rooney: Don't sack Villas-Boas
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has thrown his backing behind under-fire Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas.
Kean draws confidence from pay rise
Blackburn manager Steve Kean says his new contract signed this week is a sign of the backing he enjoys from the club's owners.
Redknapp: Defoe going nowhere
Harry Redknapp insists Jermain Defoe will not be leaving Tottenham in January and has backed the striker to force his way in to England's Euro 2012 squad.
Fergie won't add to United midfield Sir Alex Ferguson has ruled out the possibility of strengthening Manchester United's midfield during the January transfer window.
For two seasons now, United's midfield has been an area of concern amongst supporters. Most expected a replacement for now-retired Paul Scholes to be introduced during the summer and even on deadline-day the rumour mill was whirring about the potential for a last-minute attempt to buy Wesley Sneijder from Inter Milan.
However, neither Sneijder, nor Luka Modric or Samir Nasri, two other players Ferguson was heavily linked with, were signed. It didn't seem to matter when Tom Cleverley started the campaign so well. But Cleverley has been sidelined by two injuries, the latest of which, to his ankle, he is not expected back from until the Festive programme.
With Anderson now ruled out as well, Ferguson's options have been depleted significantly. Yet the United boss still cannot see anyone around who he could realistically sign that would improve his squad. So, with Ryan Giggs, Wayne Rooney and Phil Jones all capable of filling a central berth, Ferguson intends to stick with what he has got.
"It is dead easy to say you are going to buy a player but it is not easy to buy players for Manchester United, particularly in January," said Ferguson. "I don't see anyone who could make us a better team from the ones who are possibly available.
"I could choose two or three players who I would like to have at this club but they are not available. There would be no point even going there." Ferguson is hardly likely to admit any concerns about his personnel, and in his defence, Michael Carrick in particular has performed well in the last two games and was arguably United's best player in midweek.
However, the Red Devils chief does concede the return of Cleverley would be pretty handy at the end of a typically arduous December period. "We are not as bad as people think," said Ferguson. "Ryan Giggs gives you experience.
Michael Carrick had a bit of a problem with his Achilles in the early season but he is over that now and his form in the last two games has been outstanding. "Darren Fletcher, given the right preparation, is always a very good player for us."But getting Cleverley back at Christmas time would be a bonus because he is such a clever footballer."
The return of Rooney from a hip problem and skipper Nemanja Vidic's availability after suspension offers Ferguson the additional options he needs for their encounter with Newcastle. Although they have a woeful record at Old Trafford, where they have not won for 39 years, Newcastle will be dangerous opponents.
They caused Manchester City quite a few problems last weekend before eventually surrendering their unbeaten record and in Alan Pardew, have a manager Ferguson rates extremely highly. "Everyone has been taken by Newcastle's start to the season and the credit must go to Alan Pardew," said Ferguson.
"When he was at Reading we gave him Luke Chadwick on loan. He was first-class in terms of the information he was giving us. He is very meticulous. "He has grasped the nettle at Newcastle very well and they are all working like Trojans up there."
However, with Manchester City reeling after their Champions League defeat in Naples and having to face another stiff examination at Liverpool on Sunday, now would seem like the perfect time for Ferguson's team to reduce to gap to two points, even if the Scot's sights are firmly trained on his traditional date of assessment, January 1.
"Being there at New Years' Day is the big one for us," he said. "If we are around about the top, the second half of the season presents an opportunity for us. "With the way this club is organised to perform in the second half of the season, it helps us. "That is my aim. It doesn't matter how we get there, or who is around us - Chelsea, Manchester City or Arsenal - as long as we are."
United, Arsenal held; Chelsea win Manchester United and Arsenal dropped two points at home against Newcastle and Fulham respectively while Chelsea beat Wolves 3-0 at Stamford Bridge.
United squandered several chances to draw 1-1 against 10-man Newcastle at Old Trafford. The result leaves them four points behind leaders Manchester City, who play Liverpool on Sunday. Wayne Rooney blasted a free-kick into the wall before he fired the rebound into the area where it hit a Newcastle defender then bounced off Javier Hernandez into the goal.
Demba Ba levelled for Newcastle from the penalty spot after Rio Ferdinand conceded a penalty with a careless tackle on Hatem Ben Arfa before Jonas Gutierrez was sent off for his second bookable offence for a foul on Nani. Hernandez had an injury-time goal ruled out for offside as Newcastle held on for a hard-earned point.
Chelsea eased to a comfortable 3-0 win against Wolves in a much-needed win for Blues manager Andre Villas-Boas. John Terry headed the opening goal in the seventh minute from Juan Mata's corner before Daniel Sturridge struck the second and Mata added the third on the stroke of half time.
Stoke piled more misery on struggling Blackburn with a comfortable 3-1 win at the Britannia Stadium. Rory Delap gave the Potters the lead at half-time while Glenn Whelan added the second after the break. Peter Crouch capitalised on some lacklustre defending to make it three before Ruben Rochina pulled a late goal back for the visitors.
Tottenham beat West Brom 3-1 at the Hawthorns thanks to late goals by Jermain Defoe and Emmanuel Adebayor. The Baggies went in front when Youssouf Mulumbu headed past Brad Friedel in the 10th minute but Spurs levelled the score before half time thanks to Adebayor's penalty. Defoe put Spurs in front in the 80th minute before Adebayor added his second in injury time to seal the win.
Wigan beat Sunderland 2-1 thanks to a last-gasp goal by Franco Di Santo. Jordi Gomez's penalty had put Wigan level after the Black Cats had taken the lead through Sebastian Larsson's close-range strike. Wigan levelled when Victor Moses earned a controversial penalty after he was brought down by Larsson and Gomez powerfully converted before Di Santo snatched a much-needed win for Wigan in injury time.
Everton beat 10-man Bolton 2-0 at the Reebok Stadium thanks to second-half goals by Marouane Fellaini and Apostolos Vellios. Wanderers defender David Wheater was sent off for a studs-up foul on Diniyar Bilyaletdinov after 20 minutes and Everton finally made their one-man advantage pay Fellaini blasted high into the centre of goal before Vellios added the second in the 78th minute.
Norwich beat QPR 2-1 at Carrow Road after Luke Young cancelled out Russell Martin's opener before Grant Holt sealed the win. Martin handed the Canaries the lead after a mistake from defender Anton Ferdinand allowed the defender to strike home from close range before Young levelled in the 59th minute. Substitute striker Holt then latched on to Wesley Hoolahan's cross to secure all three points.
Fergie furious with referee after draw
Sir Alex Ferguson has labelled Manchester United's 1-1 draw with Newcastle "a travesty" as he tried to take in the Magpies' equaliser at Old Trafford.
Collymore reveals depression woes
Former Nottingham Forest and Liverpool striker Stan Collymore has given a revealing insight into his battle with depression.
Andy Najar to train with Spurs
DC United have confirmed teenage starlet Andy Najar will spend two weeks training with Tottenham in order to help develop his game.
Naughton rethinking Spurs future
Kyle Naughton may have to leave Tottenham on a permanent basis if he is to realise his ambitions of regular Premier League football and an England call-up.
Inter sign Aston Villa reject
Inter Milan have signed 15-year-old Guilherme Celestino from Sporting Lisbon - after he was rejected by Aston Villa.
Vorm calls for Swansea focus
Swansea goalkeeper Michel Vorm is taken nothing for granted ahead of Sunday's Barclays Premier League clash with Aston Villa at the Liberty Stadium.
Ellis calls for Sunderland calm
Sunderland chairman Ellis Short has insisted there is no reason to panic over the club's stuttering start to the season.
Rodallega determined to bounce back
Hugo Rodallega is determined to rediscover his best form at Wigan and is prepared to put talks over a new contract to one side as he works on his game.
Mancini ready as huge month beckons
Roberto Mancini expects Liverpool to present a formidable obstacle as his Manchester City side aim to put their European frustrations behind them.
Pitt declares Liverpool support Hollywood star Brad Pitt revealed he supports Liverpool during an interview about his new film Moneyball.
Barnes: Money can't buy team spirit
Liverpool legend John Barnes doubts whether Manchester City possesses the team spirit and character to beat the Reds at Anfield - or to even win the Premier League.
Dalglish: Man City can be beaten
Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish admits Manchester City are the best team in the league at the moment - but insists they can be beaten.
McLeish promises Villa improvement
Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish is set to make changes as he looks for a "big response" to his side's inept performance at Tottenham in Sunday's clash with Swansea.
Redknapp: I never thought of quitting
Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp insists he never thought about quitting management during his recent heart scare.
Di Matteo: I'm happy at Chelsea
Chelsea assistant manager Roberto Di Matteo insists he is happy with his role at Stamford Bridge and insists that he enjoys a good relationship with Andre Villas-Boas.
Bothroyd to report Twitter abuse
QPR striker Jay Bothroyd has pledged to report the Twitter user who allegedly sent him racist abuse.
Kean shares Rover fans' frustration
Defiant Blackburn manager Steve Kean vowed not to be forced out by fans and insisted it is up to him, the players and other supporters to silence the dissenters.
Wenger: European efforts took toll
Arsene Wenger admitted Arsenal suffered a Champions League hangover after being held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by a battling Fulham at Emirates Stadium.
AVB: Chelsea can still win title
Andre Villas-Boas declared that his team can still win the Premier League after ending a period of "chaos" with a much-needed victory over Wolves.
Bruce defiant despite another loss
Steve Bruce insists he will not walk away from Sunderland after a demoralising 2-1 home defeat by Wigan.
Warnock seethes at Premier League
Neil Warnock has hit out at the Premier League's decision to prevent QPR making an emergency loan signing after both first choice goalkeepers were injured.
Wales manager Gary Speed dies, aged 42 27 November 2011
Wales manager Gary Speed has been found hanged at his home aged 42, it was announced on Sunday.
The Football Association of Wales (FAW) released a statement, confirming Speed's passing."The Football Association of Wales are sad to announce the death of the national team manager Gary Speed," the statement read.
"We extend our sympathies and condolences to the family.""We ask that everyone respects the family's privacy at this very sad time."A Cheshire police spokesperson said there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding the death."
At 7.08am this morning, Sunday 27 November, police were informed of an incident at Aldford Road, Huntington. Officers went to the scene where a 42-year-old man was found dead," the spokesperson said.
"The next of kin have been informed and have confirmed the identity of the man as Gary Speed.""There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding the death. The family have requested that they are left in peace to grieve at this difficult time.""A family tribute will be released at a later date but not today."
The former Leeds and Newcastle midfielder did hold the record of most Premier League appearances at 535 - a record which he still sits third in, behind only Ryan Giggs and David James.
Speed had a stint last year managing then-Championship side Sheffield United - now in League One - before leaving the club for the Wales national job.
He was capped 85 times for Wales as a player - the second-most caps behind goalkeeper Neville Southall.Speed is survived by a wife and two children.
Martinez proud of maturing team
Wigan boss Roberto Martinez has no doubts his battling players have what it takes to get the club out of trouble.
Defoe hails 'unbelievable' Spurs squad
Striker Jermain Defoe believes "the sky's the limit" for Tottenham after scoring a goal on his return to the starting line-up in the 3-1 win at West Brom.
O'Shea: We need to win at home
John O'Shea has admitted Sunderland need to return to winning ways sooner rather than later if they are to save Steve Bruce's job.
Kean takes positives from defeat
Blackburn manager Steve Kean regularly uses statistics to shield himself from criticism of his record but the important numbers are not adding up for his side this season.
Evra: We should have sealed the win
Patrice Evra believes Manchester United could have won the game before the controversial penalty decision put Newcastle level in the second half of the .
Redknapp rules out January signings Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp claims to have no intention of dipping into the transfer market when the window re-opens in January.
Ferguson: Ferdinand not going anywhere
Sir Alex Ferguson has removed any doubts regarding Rio Ferdinand's future by claiming the centre-half can play on for 'another couple of years'.
Martinez grateful for Whelan support
Wigan boss Roberto Martinez believes the club has a bright future because chairman Dave Whelan has stuck with him "through thick and thin".
Wenger still believes in Arshavin
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger believes Russian forward Andrey Arshavin still has plenty to offer the Gunners.
Kuyt: Liverpool are on the rise
Liverpool forward Dirk Kuyt believes the Reds showed they are a team on the up in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Barclays Premier League leaders Manchester City.
Vermaelen: Players should not jump ship
Arsenal centre back Thomas Vermaelen could not resist a dig at his former colleagues Cesc Fabregas and Samir Nasri and insisted he will not depart the Emirates.
Poll's position on United anger
Former Premier League referee Graham Poll believes referee Mike Jones should not expect to return to Old Trafford for many a season following his mistake on Saturday.
Mata of fact: AVB has Blues backing
Juan Mata insists Andre Villas-Boas has the total backing of the Chelsea squad.
Martin hopes to push on
Russell Martin believes Norwich's victory against QPR can act as catalyst in their tough-looking upcoming fixtures.
Dalglish: Grieving Bellamy could not play
Liverpool forward Craig Bellamy was left out of the squad for the match at home to Manchester City on Sunday after hearing of the death of Gary Speed.
Pardew backs Krul to succeed
Alan Pardew has tipped Tim Krul to go right to the top of the goalkeeping tree.
Mancini: Balotelli not at fault
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini refused to blame Mario Balotelli for his red card in the 1-1 draw at Anfield, and instead accused Liverpool players of getting him sent off.
Dalglish: We deserved three points
Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish believes his side deserved a win after their fine performance in the 1-1 draw with Premier League leaders Manchester City at Anfield.
Rodgers, McLeish pay Speed tribute
Swansea manager Brendan Rodgers paid a glowing tribute to Wales manager Gary Speed following his side's goalless draw with Aston Villa at the Liberty Stadium.
Wenger calm despite lacklustre draw
Arsene Wenger maintains Arsenal must not make a crisis out of their frustrating 1-1 Barclays Premier League draw with Fulham.
Family 'overwhelmed' by Speed tributes
The family of Gary Speed said they were "overwhelmed by the support" they had received following the Wales manager's death on Sunday.
Norwich's Holt to remain patient
Grant Holt insists he does not expect to automatically start next weekend's clash at Manchester City despite netting the matchwinner for Norwich against QPR.
Howard urges Everton caution
Everton's season appears to be back on track after successive victories but goalkeeper Tim Howard has sounded a word of warning.
Rodgers pride in Swansea's Welsh trio
Swansea manager Brendan Rodgers praised his Wales players after they helped his side to a 0-0 draw against Aston Villa hours after the death of national team boss Gary Speed.
Van Wolfswinkel pleased at United link
Ricky van Wolfswinkel is flattered to have been linked with the likes of Manchester United, but insists he is happy at Sporting Lisbon.
West Brom hit by Gera injury blow
West Brom midfielder Zoltan Gera has been ruled out for the "foreseeable future" due to a knee injury sustained in Saturday's game against Tottenham.
Van Wolfswinkel pleased at United link Ricky van Wolfswinkel is flattered to have been linked with the likes of Manchester United, but insists he is happy at Sporting Lisbon.
The Holland international only joined Sporting in the summer on a five-year contract from Utrecht, but has impressed in Portugal.
He has been watched on several occasions by United in recent weeks and Chelsea have joined their Premier League rivals in keeping tabs on the 22-year-old.
Van Wolfswinkel is reported to have a 22million euro (£18.9m) release clause in his contract, which is around four times the figure Sporting paid Utrecht for his services.
However, he has played down speculation that he could move on again in January after expressing his contentment with life in Lisbon.
"It is good that my name was linked to big clubs such as Manchester United and others in England, but I am really content and happy at Sporting," Van Wolfswinkel told Dutch radio station NOS.
"Things are excellent in every sense. I play for a good club and I am scoring goals because I am taking this satisfaction on to the pitch."
Van Wolfswinkel's representative Louis Laros admitted over the weekend that he did not anticipate any January departure for the forward.
"Chelsea and Manchester United have watched Ricky, like other young footballers in Europe, but I do not expect a possible deal in the January market," Laros told the Portuguese media.
"Nobody has spoken to me directly and Sporting are not interested in a deal at the moment.
"However, in the world of football, it is impossible to say never about a sale."
Sir Alex Ferguson has outlined Manchester United's policy on youth players ahead of the club's Carling Cup tie against Crystal Palace.
A number of players are on the fringes of Ferguson's first team after winning the FA Youth Cup last season, including Zeki Fryers, Larnell Cole, Paul Pogba, Michael Keane and Ravel Morrison, all of whom made their senior debuts in the league cup competition this season.
And Ferguson insists that this represents how the club's famed youth academy, which produced players such as Paul Scholes, Ryan Giggs, Gary Neville and David Beckham, is still working."Players are never simply thrown into first team action," Ferguson told United's official website.
"They always follow this step-by-step process."I don't think we've ever been off the mark and given a boy his chance too early. That can be very damaging. If he's not up to the standards we require at United then we don't venture there."
"The last thing we'd want is to humiliate a player. I'm not saying every player I've ever given a debut to has gone on to be a fantastic player at this club, but most of them have at least forged successful careers.""The monitoring system here is good and there's a lot of consistency within our academy staff."
"From there, we'll bring the boy into the first-team training for a couple of sessions. That's what we're doing at the moment with Pogba, Morrison, Jesse Lingard, Fryers, Cole and Keane. They're all training with the first team." "That allows me to see how they cope playing against seasoned professionals, it lets me judge their temperament."
"It allows me to get a far better picture of how they're progressing."And, while this is going on, you hope they're playing well for the reserves and displaying the right attitude and enthusiasm."United host Palace in a Carling Cup quarter-final at Old Trafford on Wednesday.
Beckham: Man City no chance to claim EPL title 29 November 2011
Former Manchester United star David Beckham believes Manchester City have no chance of winning the Premier League this season.
City have made an impressive start to the 2011/12 campaign and are already five points clear of their cross-town rivals after only 13 games.
But 36-year-old Beckham, who won six EPL titles, two FA Cups and a Champions League trophy during his time at Old Trafford, said that despite their vast resources and good team, City would not win the league.
"I don't think Manchester City have a chance," Beckham told reporters in Asia, where he is on tour with current club LA Galaxy."This season they have got a good team and some good players, but Manchester United have more experience and know how to win a championship."
City have been dominant so far this season in the league, taking in an astonishing 6-1 victory over their city rivals, but face being knocked out of the Champions League unless results go their way in the next match against Bayern Munich.
Beckham, who will be out of contract after the Asian tour, has been linked with a host of European clubs including AC Milan and Paris Saint-Germain among others.He insists that he needs to be fit and playing to reach the goal of being selected for a "very special" spot on the Great Britain team at the 2012 Olympics in London.
He remained coy about his options for next season, however, saying only that he has, "a big decision to make".
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is backing some of his squad's lesser lights to show what they can do in Tuesday's Carling Cup clash with Manchester City.
The Gunners laboured to a 1-1 draw with Fulham on Saturday after their 2-1 home win against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on Wednesday, and Wenger will rest several of his big names for the City match.
Emmanuel Frimpong, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Park Chu-Young are all likely to play against Roberto Mancini's side at the Emirates, and Wenger said it was important to give his big names a break."I believe that some players are on the fringe of being really limited," the Frenchman said.
"I will rest some players, but I still want to play a team that has a chance to win the game.""Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Emmanuel Frimpong will play, but I consider them to be first-team players.""Park is adapting to the level he is facing here and he has another opportunity against Manchester City tomorrow night to show that he can do it.
"Wenger predicts Mancini will be resting some of his own key players for the tie, but conceded that would still make the Premier League leaders formidable opposition."What you call a second-string side for Man City still involves some very good players," he said.
"If you look at the team who played Wolves in the last round they still have seven or eight players, who you don't know if they are first or second string.""The good news for us is that we expect to play against a strong side and that we know we will only go through if we produce a top-class performance. Let's focus on that."
"We want to win the match and get through. Therefore, we will try to give absolutely everything."
Adebayor: Our belief is strong
Tottenham striker Emmanuel Adebayor hailed the team's belief to come from behind to record a 3-1 win against West Brom at the Hawthorns on Sunday.
Rush: Leave Carroll alone
Liverpool legend Ian Rush has urged the critics of misfiring forward Andy Carroll to cut him some slack as he adjusts to life on Merseyside.
Drogba could walk out on Chelsea
Didier Drogba looks set for a move away from Stamford Bridge after turning down Chelsea’s offer of a year extension to his contract.
Ferguson: Timing crucial for youngsters
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson believes that that timing is everything when it comes to blooding youngsters in English football.
Terry quizzed over racism row
John Terry has been interviewed under caution about an alleged racist slur towards Anton Ferdinand, police sources said.
Di Matteo confident Torres will shine
Fernando Torres is not destined to become the most expensive flop in the history of British football, Chelsea assistant manager Roberto Di Matteo insists.
Di Matteo to review Chelsea role Roberto Di Matteo insists he has no problems operating as Andre-Villas Boas' assistant, but admits he will review his position with Chelsea at the end of the season.
Clichy happy with 'difficult' point
Manchester City defender Gael Clichy believes the Barclays Premier League leaders passed an important test at Liverpool.
Kean willing to meet unhappy fans
Blackburn manager Steve Kean says he is ready to meet some of the club's disgruntled fans if required to do so.
Fernandes looking for new QPR ground
QPR owner Tony Fernandes has revealed he is now actively searching for a venue in west London to replace Loftus Road.
Ferguson pays tribute to Speed
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is the latest to pay tribute to the late Gary Speed.
Sturridge wants to be Blues' main man
Chelsea striker Daniel Sturridge has told Andre Villas-Boas he wants to be the main man at Stamford Bridge.
Moyes happy with Bilyaletdinov
Everton manager David Moyes has praised the attitude of winger Diniyar Bilyaletdinov during a "difficult time" for the Russia international.
Rooney gunning for Man United record
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has set himself the target of surpassing the club's all-time goalscoring record.
Swansea wait on injured duo
Swansea manager Brendan Rodgers remains hopeful of having Danny Graham available for Saturday's Barclays Premier League trip to Blackburn, but is likely to be without Angel Rangel at Ewood Park.
Ledley King plans to play on
Ledley King does not believe it is time to hang up his boots just yet after being praised by Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp for his ability to play without training.
Ream to train at Bolton, West Brom
New York Red Bulls defender Tim Ream will train with West Brom and Bolton over the next fortnight.
Man United interested in Bennett
Peterborough manager Darren Ferguson has claimed his father, Manchester United manager Sir Alex, is interested in defensive starlet Ryan Bennett.
Gallas: Spurs look like champions
William Gallas is beginning to feel that Tottenham have the potential to win the Premier League title this season.
Coyle: No spending spree for Bolton
Bolton manager Owen Coyle admits he will not be buying his way out of trouble in January.
Settled Santos to shine for Gunners
Arsenal summer signing Andre Santos believes he is finally starting to adapt to life in the Barclays Premier League.
Becks: City can't win Premier League
David Beckham believes Manchester City have no chance of winning the Barclays Premier League title this season.
Everton plan Speed tribute
Everton will pay tribute to former captain Gary Speed, who died on Sunday, at Sunday's home match against Stoke.
Shelvey hopes to delay Liverpool return
Jonjo Shelvey is hoping Liverpool will agree to extend his loan agreement at Blackpool.
Van Persie hails Arteta impact
Arsenal captain Robin van Persie has commended the intelligence and experience that Mikel Arteta has brought to the Gunners since joining from Everton in the summer.
Ajax's five-man supervisory board, which includes Dutch football legend Johan Cruyff, has been asked to resign.
The club's members' council has requested that Cruyff, a former Ajax player and manager, step down together with Edgar Davids, Steven ten Have, Paul Romer and Marjan Olfer.
A meeting on Monday was called to discuss the public rift between Cruyff and the other four commissioners, which has caused off-field disharmony at the Eredivisie champions.
"The majority of the members' council has expressed its disappointment with the methods used by the supervisory board. We have therefore asked them to step down from their positions," council chairman Rob Been Jr. told reporters.
"We expect a response to our request on Tuesday. Additionally, we ask the commissioners to never return to Ajax in a similar position. This also goes for Johan Cruyff."If the members of the supervisory board refuse to step down, the future of the five commissioners will be discussed during the next shareholders meeting on December 12.
With 73 per cent of the shares in the hands of the club's members, an exit for the quintet seems inevitable.
Police question Terry over race row 29 November 2011
Police have confirmed they have interviewed John Terry as part of their investigations into the alleged racial abuse of Anton Ferdinand.
The 30-year-old Chelsea and England captain was questioned at his home in Surry on Friday as police continue to piece together what happened at Loftus Road in the game between the Blues and Queens Park Rangers, with Terry denying that he racially abused Ferdinand but admitting to using offensive words.
The Football Association are also investigating the defender, a move which the player has welcomed as he sees the inquest as an opportunity to clear his name.A handful of other Chelsea and QPR players have also been interviewed as part of the process and a decision on whether Terry will be charged or not is expected to be made around Christmas.
A Metropolitan Police spokesman said: "A 30-year-old man was interviewed under caution on Friday November 25. He was not arrested."A Scotland Yard spokesman added: "A 30-year-old man was interviewed under caution on Friday." "Police were notified of an incident on Sunday 23 October involving alleged racial abuse.""This is currently being assessed by officers from Hammersmith and Fulham."
