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With only one win in its opening five matches, defending champions AC Milan take on Palermo at the San Siro.

Russia routed minnows Andorra 6-0 on Tuesday to qualify for next year's European Championships as Group B winners.

Brazil overcame a first-half red card to score two late goals.

Javier Zanetti says he wants to continue playing for two more seasons - until he's past 40.

Rooney earned a straight red card in England 2-2 draw against Montenegro.

Striker Dimitar Berbatov has revealed he is happy, despite not featuring regularly this season.

Luis Suarez ensured Liverpool won the 216th Merseyside derby 2-0 against Everton.

Television companies have too much power over English football, complained Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson.

Lionel Messi is excited about the prospect of taking second spot on the list of Barcelona's record goalscorers.

Lucas Leiva is pleased with Liverpool's response to their 4-0 loss away to Tottenham.

Robin Van Persie scored his 100th goal for the club in the process.

Gerrard made his first appearance for six months in Liverpool's League Cup win on Wednesday.

Roma's new coach Luis Enrique is yet to win after the club's opening five matches.

Jose Mourinho's men struggle to uninspiring 0-0 stalemate away from home.

Arsenal have taken just four points from their opening five games so far.

The Spain international has been out of action since sustaining a hamstring injury.