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Chelsea will be without suspended captain John Terry at Saturday's match against Bayern Munich
Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard (R) and teammate Juan Mata during a training session
Roberto Di Matteo has admitted he has no plans to meet with the Chelsea hierarchy to discuss his future
Didier Drogba (R) has so far rejected Chelsea offer of a one-year contract
Chelsea's captain John Terry
No decision on the next permanent Chelsea manager will be taken until after the end of the season
Blackburn manager Steve Kean admits he will struggle to keep his squad together in the coming months
Chelsea's John Terry (R) vies with Liverpool's Jordan Henderson
Chelsea's John Terry (R) vies with Liverpool's Jordan Henderson
Chelsea's Ivorian striker Didier Drogba
Two more wins, over Newcastle and at home to QPR, will see Roberto Mancini's men pip United for the title
Chelsea's players celebrate with their FA Cup trophy after defeating Liverpool 2-1
(From L) Chelsea's Didier Drogba, captain John Terry and Frank Lampard lift the cup
Chelsea's Didier Drogba celebrates scoring against Liverpool
Liverpool's striker Andy Carroll (L) has his attempt saved on the line by Chelsea's goalkeeper Petr Cech (R)
Chelsea's Didier Drogba (L), captain John Terry (2nd L) and Frank Lampard (3rd L) lift the cup
Chelsea's striker Didier Drogba celebrates scoring
Chelsea's captain John Terry (L) and midfielder John Obi Mikel (R) celebrate
Roberto Di Mattro insists Chelsea will be motivated by the prospect of a successful day out at Wembley
Didier Drogba

Referee insists Nani red was right decision

The referee who controversially sent-off Manchester United winger Nani in their 2-1 defeat to Real Madrid on Tuesday has claimed he still believes he made the right decision.
 

Rooney staying at Man Utd: Ferguson

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson on Friday dismissed suggestions Wayne Rooney could leave the club in the summer after being left out against Real Madrid in midweek.
 

Rooney staying at Old Trafford: Ferguson

Wayne Rooney is staying at Manchester United, manager Alex Ferguson said Friday, scoffing at reports the striker was on his way out of Old Trafford.
 

Spurs lift Brits' Euro gloom after Chelsea sink

Gareth Bale boosted his sky-rocketing profile with one of the goals which helped Tottenham shock Inter Milan 3-0 on Thursday and help lift Britain's European gloom.
 

Chelsea slump as Brits' Euro hangover goes on

Britain's roller-coaster European ride endured a couple of Europa League twists Thursday when Chelsea slumped to a 1-0 loss at Steaua Bucharest while Newcastle carved out a 0-0 draw against Anzhi Makhachkala.
 

Injured Emenike out of Nigeria World Cup qualifier

Injured Spartak Moscow striker Emmanuel Emenike has been left out of Nigeria's squad for the World Cup qualifier against Kenya on March 23.
 

Ballack confirms farewell game

Ex-Germany captain Michael Ballack confirmed Thursday he will hold a farewell game in Leipzig on June 5 with a host of stars set to attend, including Bastian Schweinsteiger and Jose Mourinho.
 

Strachan hands Bridcutt surprise call-up

Scotland manager Gordon Strachan handed English-born Brighton midfielder Liam Bridcutt a surprise call-up to his squad for the World Cup qualifiers against Wales and Serbia.
 

Tottenham-Inter clash highlight of Europa last 16

They could be forgiven for dreaming of more lucrative adventures in the Champions League come next season, but on Thursday both Tottenham and Chelsea will have their eyes focused on a place in the Europa League quarter-finals.
 

Tottenham-Inter clash highlight of Europa last 16

They could both be forgiven for dreaming of more lucrative adventures in the Champions League come next season, but on Thursday Chelsea and Tottenham will have their eyes focused on a place in the Europa League quarter-finals.
 

Villas-Boas issues Bale warning to Inter

Tottenham Hotspur manager Andre Villas-Boas has insisted Gareth Bale is now even more likely to damage Inter Milan's European hopes than in his last celebrated encounter with the Italian giants.
 

Madrid's wonderful week keeps season alive

Their 2-1 Champions League victory over Manchester United may have been controversial but it topped a fantastic eight days for Real Madrid that have potentially saved their season.
 

Dumbstruck United get Mourinho's sympathy

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho expressed sympathy with Manchester United counterpart Alex Ferguson after the Spanish side's controversial victory in the Champions League last 16.
 

Dumbstruck United elicit Mourinho sympathy

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho expressed sympathy with Manchester United counterpart Alex Ferguson after the Spanish side's controversial victory in the Champions League last 16.
 

Chelsea tight-lipped over Lampard's future

Chelsea denied Tuesday reports they were holding talks with Frank Lampard over a new contract.
 

Mancini looks for perfect finish to steal title

Roberto Mancini was left admitting Manchester City need to win all 10 remaining Premier League matches if they are to snatch the title away from bitter city rivals Manchester United.
 

Form counts for nothing in United game -- Mourinho

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho says pre-game form can be discounted ahead of his side's mouth-watering Champions League showdown with Manchester United on Tuesday.
 

Beckham named China football ambassador

Football superstar David Beckham has been named an ambassador for the Chinese Super League, the country's football association said, a move that has been widely anticipated but also criticised.
 

Mancini demands City make United fight for title

Roberto Mancini has called on Manchester City to use last week's victory over Chelsea as inspiration to keep the pressure on Manchester United when the champions travel to Aston Villa on Monday.
 

Mourinho eyes residency on Old Trafford return

Jose Mourinho will arrive at Old Trafford as an away coach for the sixth time on Tuesday, but on future visits, he will hope to take a seat in the home dug-out.