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Thursday, June 14, 2012Omoba
Tottenham
Hotspur sack manager Harry Redknapp
Tottenham
Hotspurs have sacked Harry Redknapp after almost four years in charge. Veteran manager
Redknapp, who was heavily linked with the England job before the Football
Association opted for Roy Hodgson, had denied
speculation that he had resigned on Tuesday.
The 65-year-old had a year left on his contract but reportedly failed to agree a new deal with chairman Daniel Levy.
"I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at Spurs and am proud of
my achievements," Redknapp said on the Spurs website .
"I have had a fantastic four years with the club, at times the football has been breathtaking. I am sad to be leaving but wish to thank the players, staff and fans for their terrific support during my time there."
Levy thanked the former Spurs boss on the
club's official statement.
Di Matteo handed two-year Chelsea deal
Chelsea on Wednesday appointed Champions League-winning boss Roberto di Matteo as their permanent manager and first-team coach on a two-year contract.
Arsenal set to sign Olivier Giroud for £12m from Montpellier
Arsenal
are close to completing a deal to sign Montpellier striker and France
international Olivier Giroud for £12m.
The
Gunners are expected to confirm the 25-year-old's arrival this week. Manager
Arsene Wenger intends to play him alongside fellow new signing Lukas Podolski
and Dutch striker Robin van Persie in a front three.
Euro
2012. Update
Gomez double leaves Dutch
facing exit
Mario Gomez gave the Netherlands a lesson in finishing as Germany left their bitter rivals on the brink of an early exit from Euro 2012.
Portugal grab dramatic
win over Denmark
Substitute Silvestre Varela's late strike boosted Portugal's hopes of reaching the Euro 2012 quarter-finals.
Russia hit by suspended deduction
Russia have been given a suspended six-point deduction by Uefa because of the behaviour of their fans during their 4-1 win against Czech Republic. Action was taken after the use of fireworks and far-right banners.
An
incident in which fans attacked stewards, leaving four needing hospital
treatment, is being investigated by Uefa and police.The
penalty will apply to the Euro 2016 qualifying campaign, and also includes a
fine of £96,000 (120,000 euros).
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