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Iceland 1-2 Netherlands: Holland qualify for finals
Two early goals put the Netherlands on track for a 2-1 win against Iceland on Saturday and secured their qualification for next year’s World Cup finals in South Africa.
UAE 0-2 S Korea: Koreans through again
South Korea qualified for their seventh consecutive World Cup finals on Saturday after beating United Arab Emirates 2-0 in a Group Two qualifier.
Croatia 2-2 Ukraine: Croatia hang on to second
Croatia’s grip on second place in World Cup qualifying Group Six slipped on Saturday when they had to come from behind to grab a 2-2 draw with Ukraine.
Frank Rijkaard appointed coach at Galatasaray
Galatasaray have appointed former Barcelona coach Frank Rijkaard to replace Bulent Korkmaz as technical director, the Istanbul club said on its web site on Friday.
Real Madrid boss Perez targets Ribery
Real Madrid want to sign Franck Ribery from Bayern Munich during the close season, according to Real president Florentino Perez.
Real must pay £26m penalty if Ronaldo bid fails
Real Madrid will have to pay Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo a fee of around £26m if they fail to sign him during the summer, according to Spanish club’s vice-president Fernando Tapias.
Fatigue no excuse for England, warns Capello
Fabio Capello has revealed the “big confidence” he has in his England players to perform well at the 2010 World Cup.
Juventus unveil Ferrara as new manager
Former Juve defender Ferrara was unveiled tonight as the new boss after signing a two-year contract with the Turin giants.
Man Utd announce new shirt deal with Aon
Manchester United have announced that they have reached a significant sponsorship agreement with Aon Corporation, the world’s leading risk advisor and human capital consultant, to take effect from the start of the 2010-11 season.
Laporta expecting offers to come in for Eto’o
Barcelona president Joan Laporta wants to keep Samuel Eto’o at the Nou Camp but expects to receive some tempting offers for the Cameroon striker this summer.
Bruce appointed at Sunderland on three-year deal
Sunderland have agreed a deal for Wigan boss Steve Bruce and confirmed that the former Latics boss has signed a three-year deal at the club.
Kaka future decided on Monday, says Milan owner
The battle to sign AC Milan midfielder Kaka appeared to take a startling twist on Wednesday evening with reports claiming Chelsea have made a £73.5m bid.
Dubai owners to launch bid for AC Milan?
The ruler of Dubai is preparing an offer to purchase 40 percent of AC Milan for about 400 million euros, claim reports in an Italian newspaper.
Real Madrid complete deal for £56m Kaka?
The future of Brazilian midfielder Kaka was shrouded in mystery on Tuesday night after Spanish radio station Cadena Ser reported he had joined Real Madrid for £56m – only for the player’s spokesman to deny any deal had been agreed.
Hotshot Forlan would consider leaving Atletico
European Golden Boot winner Diego Forlan admits he could be tempted away from Atletico Madrid.
