Ancelotti mulls over Torres, Drogba duo

Fernando Torres ended his scoring drought last weekend, and with the £50 million signing restored on the goal front, Carlo Ancelotti is considering starting the Spanish striker alongside Didier Drogba against Tottenham Hotspur.

McAllister: Villa has a plan

In Gerard Houllier's absence from Aston Villa and undetermined return, Gary McAllister has said that Aston Villa is prepared to handle attracting new signings, players leaving, and players out of contract.

Wenger: We won't sell our top players

Arsene Wenger has dismissed talk of transfers in and out of Arsenal, insisting that he wants to keep his best players and that his squad is not as weak as its critics suggest.

Houllier to leave hospital

Aston Villa have confirmed that manager Gerard Houllier will be discharged from hospital in the next 24 hours after eight days of treatment for a heart complaint.

Hodgson happy with Baggies squad

West Bromwich Albion manager Roy Hodgson has ruled out sweeping changes at the Hawthorns during the close season, preferring to work with the talent at his disposal.

Risk it all to win it all

Manchester United's trip to Arsenal and Shakhtar Donetsk's showdown with Dynamo Kiev are among the games to call this week in FIFA World Leagues Predictor.

Draw yields mixed reactions

Gauging the thoughts of the coaches attending the Official Draw for Colombia 2011, FIFA.com encountered some interesting points of view.

Gunslingers braced for final push

With just a few weeks left to the season in Europe, FIFA.com takes a look at the goalscorers enjoying successful domestic campaigns and their battle for the continent's Golden Shoe.

Rooney: I hope I've repaid the fans

Manchester United's Wayne Rooney, who submitted a transfer request last October, now believes the request was a mistake and hopes he has repaid the fans with his current run of form.

The waiting is over

The Official Draw for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Colombia 2011 took place in the northern coastal city of Cartagena, with the first match of the group phase to feature Brazil and Egypt in Barranquilla on 29 July.

Dempsey double clears Fulham

Clint Dempsey bagged a brace, while Brede Hangeland topped off a 3-0 victory for Fulham over Bolton Wanderers at Craven Cottage, securing crucial points to ensure their Premier League stay next season.

Injury ends Ireland season

Stephen Ireland's injury-plagued loan spell at Newcastle United has ended with an ankle injury, picked up in his second appearance for the club against Blackpool, with the Aston Villa midfielder now ruled-out for the season.

Spearing: Euro-chase won't shake Reds focus

With the possibility of European football becoming a distinct possibility for Liverpool, as they close in on fifth-placed Tottenham Hotspur, midfielder Jay Spearing says the lure of the continent won't see the Reds lose their focus.

Ferdinand: Double won't satisfy hunger

Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has said even a Premier League and UEFA Champions League double would not be enough to satisfy his craving for winner's medals, wanting league titles until he retires.

Neuer: We gave United too much respect

Manuel Neuer has revealed almighty praise from Sir Alex Ferguson was no consolation for Schalke’s 2-0 loss to Manchester United, while Raul has all but ruled out his side’s hopes of reaching Wembley.

Blatter extends thanks to Prince William

FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter has sent Prince William of Wales a letter of gratitude for his work as the President of The Football Association ahead of his wedding to Miss Catherine Middleton on Friday.

Fergie braced for crucial United week

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson says the coming week is pivotal for their season as the Red Devils face Arsenal and Chelsea before defending their 2-0 UEFA Champions League lead against Schalke at home.