Manchester City manager Mark Hughes has spoken out in praise of midfielder Nigel de Jong.The dynamic Dutchman has impressed his manager with his commitment and intensity since his £16 million move from SV Hamburger last season, and he was a cru
Just over a year ago, Arsenal lost 2-1 at Stoke City. It was a tough, physical contest and afterwards Arsene Wenger accused some of the opposing players of trying to injure his during a rugged encounter.Revenge was gained six months later when the G
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has spoken out over his refusal to offer his hand to Mark Hughes at the end of the Gunners' recent 3-0 loss to Manchester City. The Frenchman claimed that it is important courtesy and behaviour are upheld, as opposed
The return of New Zealand World Cup hero Mark Paston is a massive boost to Wellington Phoenix on the eve of their game against competition leaders Melbourne Victory on Friday night.Paston was inspirational for the All Whites in last month's World Cu
Manchester City manager Mark Hughes has kicked off the mind games early ahead of his team's League Cup semi-final with Manchester United. Having sealed a place in the last four of the competition with a convincing 3-0 win over Arsenal at Eastlands
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger insists that he is under no obligation to shake hands with his opposite number after the conclusion of a game. The Frenchman has hit back at accusations from Manchester City boss Mark Hughes, who had asked him to be
MADRID, Dec 1 - The transfer of the title ofEuropean Player of the Year effectively took place in theChampions League final last May when Lionel Messi eclipsed the2008 winner Cristiano Ronaldo.The Argentina forward scored Barcelona's second goal, w
Manchester City manager Mark Hughes does not believe that his side's long run of draws is anything for the club's owners to be concerned about - not yet, anyway.Hull City were the latest Premier League side to come away from Eastlands with a point o
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