Inter, Roma fined for racist abuse Inter and Roma have been fined 50,000 euros each after fans chanted racist abuse during the final round of Serie A matches on Sunday.
The incidents are the latest in a catalogue of episodes to blight the Italian game and come just a week after Roma were fined the same amount for abusing Milan striker Mario Balotelli in the 0-0 draw at San Siro on May 12.
Inter, who were also warned over their future conduct, have now been fined for the third time in four months after their fans shouted abuse in their 5-2 loss against Udinese.
The San Siro club were previously punished for similar actions in a game with Chievo back in February, and directing inflammatory chants towards Balotelli
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Real Madrid part company with Mourinho Real Madrid have confirmed that manager Jose Mourinho will leave the club at the end of the season by mutual consent.
Speculation has been rife that the Portuguese manager would leave the Bernabeu and he has been heavily linked with a return to former club Chelsea, who are seeking a replacement for Rafael Benitez.
And during a press conference on Monday, Madrid president Florentino Perez revealed that the 50-year-old will leave the club after their final match of the season.
Perez said: "The time is right to bring our relationship to an end.
"The board of directors would like to thank Jose Mourinho for all his hard work. The team have improved in his t
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Category: News Views: 840 Added: SkyDate: 21.05.2013 - 00:50
Rodwell called up by England Manchester City's Jack Rodwell has been called up by England for the international matches against Republic of Ireland and Brazil.
The 22-year-old midfielder was added to his country's squad by manager Roy Hodgson on Monday as a potential replacement for Tom Cleverley.
Manchester United's Cleverley has not yet officially withdrawn from the friendly fixtures, but the English FA confirmed that he was doubtful for the double-header after he was substituted during his club's 5-5 draw with West Brom on Sunday.
Rodwell already has two England caps to his name, but he has not featured for his country since appearing in the 1-0 victory over Sweden in November 2011.
Category: News Views: 669 Added: SkyDate: 21.05.2013 - 00:48
Messi keen on Barca stay The 25-year-old Argentine enjoyed another prolific season in front of goal, scoring 60 goals in 50 matches in all competitions for the Catalan giants during 2012-13.
Despite being a Barcelona player since 2000, Messi is not growing weary at the club and remains committed to helping them achieve domestic and continental success.
He would have no shortage of suitors if he decided to exit Barcelona, but Messi declared that he is happy and leaving has not crossed his mind.
Category: News Views: 826 Added: SkyDate: 21.05.2013 - 00:46
Atletico Madrid ready to sell Falcao Atletico Madrid will not stand in the way of striker Radamel Falcao if he wants to leave the club.
The Colombian striker has scored 31 goals in 37 appearances this season and has had a host of top European clubs watching him.
Atletico have had a successful season under Diego Simeone, winning the Copa del Rey and finishing third in La Liga, but they are prepared to let their prize asset leave if the right bid comes in.
If he is to leave the club, he will go with the club's blessing according to general manager Miguel Angel Gil Marin.
"Before the start of the season, we spoke with Falcao and we promised him if he keeps the same performance and he helps us qual
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Category: News Views: 811 Added: SkyDate: 21.05.2013 - 00:44
Abbiati extends Milan deal Milan have announced that goalkeeper Christian Abbiati's contract has been extended until the end of next season.
The 35-year-old has played 322 games for Milan since joining the club from Monza in 1998, while also spending time on loan at Juventus, Torino and Atletico Madrid.
Abbiati has worked his way back into the Milan side in recent years after dropping behind Brazilian Dida, which resulted in his temporary spells away from San Siro.
Speaking to Mediaset, the player confirmed his delight at the deal: "I've renewed for one more season. I'm very happy that I will be able to continue my adventure here. Milanello is my home."
Category: News Views: 794 Added: SkyDate: 21.05.2013 - 00:43
Terry misses Chelsea tour Injured Chelsea captain John Terry will not take part in the club's upcoming tour of the United States.
The defender, who is struggling with an ankle injury, was absent from the 23-man group who were due to fly to America on Monday ahead of a double-header against Manchester City, with the first game taking place in St Louis on Thursday.
The club confirmed that Frank Lampard will captain the side in the absence of Terry, while Ryan Bertrand was also missing from the travelling party.
There were, however, places in the squad for Academy duo defender Andreas Christensen and midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek.
Category: News Views: 816 Added: SkyDate: 21.05.2013 - 00:42
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