Arsenal
Head coach Arsene Wenger maintains everything at Arsenal is not 'doom and gloom' despite the Gunners slumping to a home defeat by Liverpool.
Aston Villa
Alex McLeish is delighted with his first win as Aston Villa boss and predicts a successful season, after sending Blackburn home empty-handed.
Blackburn
Blackburn boss Steve Kean concedes he is under pressure after opening the season with straight defeats, following the reverse at Aston Villa.
Bolton
Bolton manager Owen Coyle has no doubts his side are capable of beating Manchester City, despite admitting their opponents' supreme quality.
Chelsea
Manager Andre Villas-Boas insists anxiety and not age or a lack of quality caused Chelsea's stuttering home win over West Brom on Saturday.
Everton
Everton coach David Moyes bemoans their traditional slow start to the season as they dominated the game against QPR but lost at Goodison Park.
Fulham
Fulham head coach Martin Jol has revealed Algerian efender Rafik Halliche could leave the club in search of regular first-team opportunities.
Liverpool
Jamie Carragher felt Liverpool were fully deserving of their victory against Arsenal, despite the number of injuries suffered by the Gunners.
Manchester City
Lazio are considering a bid for Manchester City winger Shaun Wright-Phillips, who is not a regular starter under head coach Roberto Mancini.
Manchester United
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson believes Harry Redknapp has faced a difficult summer at Tottenham amid interest in Luka Modric.
Newcastle United
Newcastle boss Alan Pardew will ask Mike Ashley for cash to sign a left-back and striker after leading his side to a victory at Sunderland.
Norwich City
Paul Lambert knows Norwich will have to be at their best against Stoke on Sunday and certainly will not complain about the visitors' tactics.
Queens Park Rangers
Neil Warnock was delighted to defy the odds after virus-stricken Queens Park Rangers put on a resolute show to beat Everton away from home.
Stoke City
Stoke boss Tony Pulis expects a tough game against Norwich on Sunday and believes all three promoted sides can do well in the Premier League.
Sunderland
Sunderland boss Steve Bruce bemoaned how his side wasted their chances after their slim defeat to Newcastle United at the Stadium of Light.
Swansea City
Swansea manager Brendan Rodgers paid tribute to goalkeeper Michel Vorm after the Dutchman's penalty save earned his side a draw with Wigan.
Tottenham
Jake Livermore has told Harry Redknapp that he is ready for a run in Tottenham's first-team after impressing on his European debut this week.
West Brom
West Brom boss Roy Hodgson was happy with the effort being put by his players in the defeat to Chelsea and is confident that results will come.
Wigan Athletic
Coach Roberto Martinez felt his Wigan side should have left Swansea with three points, but refused to criticise Watson for his penalty miss.
Wolverhampton
Wolves left-back Stephen Ward is not taking his place in the team for granted this season despite his winner on the opening day at Blackburn.
Sunday, August 21, 2011
La Liga
Athletic Bilbao
The postponed tie between Bilbao and Real Madrid might not be played at all as the AFE accused the LFP of trying to avoid solving the problem.
Atletico Madrid
Diego Forlan's father has confirmed the Atletico Madrid striker is waiting for Inter to conclude Samuel Eto'o sale before completing his move.
Barcelona
Cesc Fabregas knows he has to fight for first-team opportunities at Barcelona but insists he had to leave Arsenal because he had 'stagnated'.
Espanyol
It was reported that Rubin Kazan have contacted Joan Verdu's representative to try and seduce the Espanyol player to make the swith to Russia.
Getafe
Getafe have announced that Daniel Guiza has returned to the club, joining on a free transfer after his contract at Fenerbahce was cancelled.
Granada
It was reported that Granada are prepared to make another bid to land the services of Jonathan Urretaviscaya and Lionel Carole from Benfica.
Levante
Levante's Moroccan striker Nabil El Zhar is looking forward to meeting his team-mates as he is scheduled to join them in training on Monday.
Malaga
Malaga midfielder Isco declared himself fit and eager to get back into action, despite experiencing some muscle problem in the U20 World Cup.
Osasuna
Osasuna manager Jose Luis Mendilibar has underlined that coaches are also affected by the bankruptcy in football as many of them are unpaid.
Racing Santander
Racing Santander midfielder Papa Diop has been included in Senegal's squad to face Congo in the African Nations Cup qualifier on September 3.
Rayo Vallecano
Roque Santa Cruz's father has confirmed that Rayo Vallecano are interested in the Manchester City attacker, who could leave on a loan deal.
Real Betis
The postponed match between Real Betis and Sevilla may not be played at all as the AFE accused the LFP of trying to avoid solving the problem.
Real Madrid
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has apologised for his action and conceded that nothing justifies him sticking a finger in Tito Vilanova's eye.
Real Mallorca
Real Mallorca boss Michael Laudrup has again voiced his support for the players' strike, stressing that the problem cannot be allowed to go on.
Real Sociedad
Sociedad youngster Inigo Martinez is delighted to be included in the first-team squad, although his debut has been postponed due to strike.
Real Zaragoza
Ruben Micael is convinced that his decision to go on loan to Real Zaragoza is not a step backwards as he needs to play in the Primera Division.
Sevilla
Sevilla coach Marcelino Garcia Toral is convinced the 4-4-2 system will prove to be a success ahead of their second led clash against Hannover.
Sporting Gijon
Sporting Gijon are reportedly still interested in securing the services of Birmingham striker Nikola Zigic, despite the competition from Betis.
Valencia
Valencia striker Juan Mata believes going abroad can be a positive experience, following the confirmation that he has been sold to Chelsea.
Villarreal
Villarreal striker Marco Ruben has admitted that his side have no other choice but to go back and defeat Odense in their second leg encounter.
The postponed tie between Bilbao and Real Madrid might not be played at all as the AFE accused the LFP of trying to avoid solving the problem.
Atletico Madrid
Diego Forlan's father has confirmed the Atletico Madrid striker is waiting for Inter to conclude Samuel Eto'o sale before completing his move.
Barcelona
Cesc Fabregas knows he has to fight for first-team opportunities at Barcelona but insists he had to leave Arsenal because he had 'stagnated'.
Espanyol
It was reported that Rubin Kazan have contacted Joan Verdu's representative to try and seduce the Espanyol player to make the swith to Russia.
Getafe
Getafe have announced that Daniel Guiza has returned to the club, joining on a free transfer after his contract at Fenerbahce was cancelled.
Granada
It was reported that Granada are prepared to make another bid to land the services of Jonathan Urretaviscaya and Lionel Carole from Benfica.
Levante
Levante's Moroccan striker Nabil El Zhar is looking forward to meeting his team-mates as he is scheduled to join them in training on Monday.
Malaga
Malaga midfielder Isco declared himself fit and eager to get back into action, despite experiencing some muscle problem in the U20 World Cup.
Osasuna
Osasuna manager Jose Luis Mendilibar has underlined that coaches are also affected by the bankruptcy in football as many of them are unpaid.
Racing Santander
Racing Santander midfielder Papa Diop has been included in Senegal's squad to face Congo in the African Nations Cup qualifier on September 3.
Rayo Vallecano
Roque Santa Cruz's father has confirmed that Rayo Vallecano are interested in the Manchester City attacker, who could leave on a loan deal.
Real Betis
The postponed match between Real Betis and Sevilla may not be played at all as the AFE accused the LFP of trying to avoid solving the problem.
Real Madrid
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has apologised for his action and conceded that nothing justifies him sticking a finger in Tito Vilanova's eye.
Real Mallorca
Real Mallorca boss Michael Laudrup has again voiced his support for the players' strike, stressing that the problem cannot be allowed to go on.
Real Sociedad
Sociedad youngster Inigo Martinez is delighted to be included in the first-team squad, although his debut has been postponed due to strike.
Real Zaragoza
Ruben Micael is convinced that his decision to go on loan to Real Zaragoza is not a step backwards as he needs to play in the Primera Division.
Sevilla
Sevilla coach Marcelino Garcia Toral is convinced the 4-4-2 system will prove to be a success ahead of their second led clash against Hannover.
Sporting Gijon
Sporting Gijon are reportedly still interested in securing the services of Birmingham striker Nikola Zigic, despite the competition from Betis.
Valencia
Valencia striker Juan Mata believes going abroad can be a positive experience, following the confirmation that he has been sold to Chelsea.
Villarreal
Villarreal striker Marco Ruben has admitted that his side have no other choice but to go back and defeat Odense in their second leg encounter.
Serie A
AC Milan
Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri has confirmed that the club will not sign a striker and are more likely to bring in a midfield reinforcement.
AS Roma
AS Roma have reportedly informed Marco Borriello that his services are no longer required, as the Giallorossi work to bring in Pablo Osvaldo.
Atalanta
It has been confirmed that Atalanta have reached an agreement with German Denis' agent and talks with Udinese are set to commence next week.
Bologna
Gaston Ramirez is determined to leave Bologna and Juventus could be his destination, as his agent ruled out a move to Napoli and Fiorentina.
Cagliari
Daniele Cacia's agent said the Lecce striker would welcome the interest of Cagliari, but stressed that the Rossoblu have yet to make contact.
Catania
It was reported Catania and Palermo are leading the race for the signature of midfielder Panagiotis Kone, who is currently tied to Brescia.
Cesena
It was reported Cagliari could include midfielder Davide Biondini into their EUR7.5 million bid for the transfer of Marco Parolo from Cesena.
Chievo
Paduo owner Marcello Cestaro has confirmed that he will be meeting with Chievo about the possible transfer of striker Marcos Ariel De Paula.
Fiorentina
Fiorentina declared midfielder Riccardo Montolivo is only for sale abroad, so Bayern Munich reportedly stepped in with a EUR10 million offer.
Inter Milan
Diego Forlan's father has confirmed the Atletico Madrid striker is waiting for Inter to conclude Samuel Eto'o sale before completing his move.
Juventus
Coach Antonio Conte said Juventus need to create their own identity and get use to the word Scudetto again, as it is part of their history.
Lazio
Lazio are considering a bid for Manchester City winger Shaun Wright-Phillips, who is not a regular starter under head coach Roberto Mancini.
Lecce
Daniele Cacia's agent said the Lecce striker would welcome the interest of Cagliari, but stressed that the Rossoblu have yet to make contact.
Napoli
Zenit St Petersburg are reportedly ready to enter the battle for Napoli striker Ezequiel Lavezzi by meeting his EUR31 million buyout clause.
Novara
Attilio Tesser said Novara are on track in their preparation and has urged his team to beat Triestina in order to begin the season on a high.
Palermo
It was reported Palermo and Catania are leading the race for the signature of midfielder Panagiotis Kone, who is currently tied to Brescia.
Parma
Parma have reportedly identified Rolando Bianchi of Torino, Nicola Pozzi of Sampdoria and Tommaso Rocchi of Lazio as alternatives to Amauri.
Siena
Mastronunzio's agent is confident the Siena striker will find a new club after interest from Bari, Padua, Spezia and Torino have gone cold.
Udinese
It has been confirmed that Atalanta have reached an agreement with German Denis' agent and talks with Udinese are set to commence next week.
Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri has confirmed that the club will not sign a striker and are more likely to bring in a midfield reinforcement.
AS Roma
AS Roma have reportedly informed Marco Borriello that his services are no longer required, as the Giallorossi work to bring in Pablo Osvaldo.
Atalanta
It has been confirmed that Atalanta have reached an agreement with German Denis' agent and talks with Udinese are set to commence next week.
Bologna
Gaston Ramirez is determined to leave Bologna and Juventus could be his destination, as his agent ruled out a move to Napoli and Fiorentina.
Cagliari
Daniele Cacia's agent said the Lecce striker would welcome the interest of Cagliari, but stressed that the Rossoblu have yet to make contact.
Catania
It was reported Catania and Palermo are leading the race for the signature of midfielder Panagiotis Kone, who is currently tied to Brescia.
Cesena
It was reported Cagliari could include midfielder Davide Biondini into their EUR7.5 million bid for the transfer of Marco Parolo from Cesena.
Chievo
Paduo owner Marcello Cestaro has confirmed that he will be meeting with Chievo about the possible transfer of striker Marcos Ariel De Paula.
Fiorentina
Fiorentina declared midfielder Riccardo Montolivo is only for sale abroad, so Bayern Munich reportedly stepped in with a EUR10 million offer.
Inter Milan
Diego Forlan's father has confirmed the Atletico Madrid striker is waiting for Inter to conclude Samuel Eto'o sale before completing his move.
Juventus
Coach Antonio Conte said Juventus need to create their own identity and get use to the word Scudetto again, as it is part of their history.
Lazio
Lazio are considering a bid for Manchester City winger Shaun Wright-Phillips, who is not a regular starter under head coach Roberto Mancini.
Lecce
Daniele Cacia's agent said the Lecce striker would welcome the interest of Cagliari, but stressed that the Rossoblu have yet to make contact.
Napoli
Zenit St Petersburg are reportedly ready to enter the battle for Napoli striker Ezequiel Lavezzi by meeting his EUR31 million buyout clause.
Novara
Attilio Tesser said Novara are on track in their preparation and has urged his team to beat Triestina in order to begin the season on a high.
Palermo
It was reported Palermo and Catania are leading the race for the signature of midfielder Panagiotis Kone, who is currently tied to Brescia.
Parma
Parma have reportedly identified Rolando Bianchi of Torino, Nicola Pozzi of Sampdoria and Tommaso Rocchi of Lazio as alternatives to Amauri.
Siena
Mastronunzio's agent is confident the Siena striker will find a new club after interest from Bari, Padua, Spezia and Torino have gone cold.
Udinese
It has been confirmed that Atalanta have reached an agreement with German Denis' agent and talks with Udinese are set to commence next week.
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