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Halliche header revives Algeria hopes
LUANDA, Jan 14 (Reuters) – A header from Rafik Halliche just before halftime revived Algeria’s African Nations Cup hopes as they beat Mali 1-0 in Group A on Thursday.
Togo goalkeeper stable after surgery in S.Africa
JOHANNESBURG, Jan 10 (Reuters) – Togo reserve goalkeeper Kodjovi Obilale went under surgery at a South African hospital after being wounded by gunfire when the Togo soccer team’s bus was attacked in Angola, a medical official said on Sunday.
African Nations Cup should continue, says Wenger
LONDON, Jan 9 (Reuters) – The African Nations Cup should continue despite Friday’s attack on the Togo team bus in Angola which killed three people, said Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger.
FIFA president Blatter says has confidence in Africa
BERNE, Jan 9 (Reuters) – FIFA president Sepp Blatter said on Saturday he had confidence in Africa and the continent’s ability to organise this year’s World Cup despite Friday’s attack on the Togo team bus at the Nations Cup finals in Angola.
Players must leave Angola if not safe, say English clubs
LONDON, Jan 8 (Reuters) – English Premier League clubs want assurances over the safety of their African Nations Cup players following an attack by gunmen on a bus carrying the Togo team as the squad entered the host country Angola on Friday.
Bolton Wanderers confirm Coyle as new manager
LONDON, Jan 8 (Reuters) – Bolton Wanderers named Owen Coyle as their new manager on Friday, less than a week after he left Premier League neighbours Burnley.
Last-gasp goal rescues draw for Arsenal against Everton
LONDON, Jan 9 (Reuters) – A stoppage-time equaliser by Tomas Rosicky rescued a 2-2 draw for Arsenal at home to Everton on Saturday as the Londoners moved within three points of Premier League leaders Chelsea.
Vieira completes move to Manchester City
LONDON, Jan 8 (Reuters) – Manchester City have completed the signing of French midfielder Patrick Vieira from Inter Milan on a six-month contract with an option for a further year, the Premier League club said on Friday.
Adebayor on way home, Salifou says he’s lucky to be alive
LONDON, Jan 9 (Reuters) – Togo captain Emmanuel Adebayor is on his way home from Angola after a gun attack on his team and will not play any part in the African Nations Cup tournament, his club Manchester City told Reuters on Saturday.
One dead, 9 hurt in gun attack on Togo soccer team
LUANDA, Jan 8 (Reuters) – Gunmen opened fire on a bus carrying Togo’s national soccer squad to the top African tournament in Angola on Friday, killing the driver and wounding nine others, including two players, a Togo team official said.
Injured Van Persie’s World Cup hopes take nosedive
LONDON, Dec 22 (Reuters) – Injured Dutch striker Robin van Persie’s hopes of being fit for the World Cup took a nosedive when Arsenal said he could be out of action until May.
Ferguson excited as striker Diouf gets work permit
LONDON, Dec 23 (Reuters) – Manchester United’s Senegal striker Mame Biram Diouf will be available to make his debut in January after being granted a work permit, the Premier league club said on Wednesday.
Sturridge set for Chelsea chance as Anelka ruled out
LONDON, Dec 23 (Reuters) – Chelsea will be without Nicolas Anelka, Michael Essien and Deco for the Christmas programme, the Premier League leaders said on Wednesday.
Mancini targets title for Man City next season
MANCHESTER, England, Dec 21 (Reuters) – New Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini wants to lift the Premier League title next season, he said on Monday.
New deal for United’s 20-year hero Giggs
LONDON, Dec 18 (Reuters) – Ryan Giggs has signed a one-year contract extension that will prolong his stay at Manchester United beyond the 20-year mark to at least 2011, the club said on Friday.
