Football

Rijkaard signed a three-year deal in July 2011 but a disappointing Gulf Cup of Nations campaign this month prompted the Dutchman's dismissal.

"Under which provision has the ban been waived. I want to know the rule and the clause," EB General Secretary said.

A group of club supporters has demanded the ouster of the duo in the wake of the AIFF suspension till 2014-15.

Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero will miss Sunday's match against Arsenal and faces another week on the sidelines with a hamstring injury.

Liverpool says on Friday the terms of the settlement are confidential.

Messi has sent a signed shirt to Mueller after he broke the former Germany striker's record for most number of goals in a calendar year.

Churchill Brothers lead the I-League table with 28 points from 12 matches.

Senegal striker Demba Ba, signed from Newcastle United in midweek, marked his debut for the European champions with two goals.

Manchester City manager does not believe the relationship between the two Italians is at breaking point.

Mohun Bagan has been banned for abandoning its I-League derby against East Bengal last December, citing security concerns.

A stunning second-half strike by Wright-Phillips sealed QPR's first away victory of the season and marked the first time they have beaten Chelsea at Stamford Bridge since 1986.

Henriquez, who scored on his international debut in a friendly against Serbia last month, joined United from Universidad de Chile in the close season.

The AIFF core committee on Saturday suspended Mohun Bagan for two years.

Yoon Tae was adjudged the man of the match for his heroics under the bar for Sikkim.

Cole will be available when the Hammers visit Reading on Saturday, while Gibson can play as Everton meet Chelsea at home on Sunday.

The Real manager dropped the legendary goalkeeper in a defeat against Malaga last weekend, and that has raised many eyebrows the world over.