In mid-August, FIFA inspectors visited Russia to see for themselves the country bidding for the 2018 World Cup. They attended the bidding committee’s presentations and toured four cities to inspect the stadiums that could host the World Cup. What was their impression of Russia? What are our chances to win the bid? Alexei Smertin, a former captain for the Russian national football team, member of . . .

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Bayern Munich midfielder Arjen Robben says that the gap between Arsenal and Tottenham has closed, but mainly because of the arrival of Rafael van der Vaart at White Hart Lane.

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Ghana and Nigeria had straightforward wins in their first qualifying matches for the 2012 African Nations Cup.

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Heurelho Gomes reckons Tottenham’s feel-good factor can help Harry Redknapp’s men continue their progress in the Premier League and on into the Champions League.

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Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp believes Cardiff City transfer target Craig Bellamy is too good to play in the Championship and has urged him to stay in the Premier League.

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