da fazobetai: Croatia is the latest nation to feel the wrath of UEFA, who having already fined them £20,000 due to the unruly behaviour of their supporters in their opening game against the Republic of Ireland, are now investigating claims that a large section of their fans were racially abusing Mario Balotelli in the recent game against Italy. A banana was thrown onto the pitch and a section of around 500 Croatian fans were reportedly involved in repeated racist chanting towards the Manchester City striker.
da realsbet: Elsewhere in the news Roy Hodgson hails England’s comeback; Shay Given hits out at Roy Keane’s criticism, while Damien Comolli is linked with Spurs return.
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Roy Hodgson hailed the performance of his front men against Sweden, with Theo Walcott singled out for special praise following his contribution from the bench – [Guardian]
Theo Walcott believes there is more to come from him and has hailed the spirit within the England squad – [Guardian]
Shay Given has hit back at Roy Keane following stinging criticism towards the Republic of Ireland team – [Guardian]
Damien Comolli has been linked with a surprise return to Tottenham Hotspur as the club contemplate a new management structure – [Daily Telegraph]
Wales legend John Toshack provided the ringing endorsement that Michael Laudrup needed in order to get the Swansea job – [Daily Telegraph]
Liverpool owner has played down the financial impact of a new stadium will have on the football club –[ Independent]
Michael Owen is set to snub a move to Everton in favour of a switch to Stoke City –[ Daily Mail]
Chelsea is set to battle it out with Newcastle United for French right back Mathieu Debuchy -[ Mirror]
Owen Hargreaves has admitted that he may well consider retirement from the game at the age of 31, following his long term battle with knee injuries -[ Sun]
Arsenal is leading the chase to sign Real Madrid’s 22-year-old striker-[ TalkSport]
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