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Monday, December 18, 2006

Wenger hit with second FA charge



The FA have charged Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger with improper conduct for his outburst towards officials at Saturday's clash with Portsmouth.

Angry Wenger charged by FA again
Wenger has been charged with improper conduct for his words and behaviour towards referee Steve Bennett and his linesmen at halftime during Arsenal's Premier League match against Portsmouth at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday.

Everton slam Mourinho over diving charges
Everton have reacted angrily to charges from Jose Mourinho that Goodison Park striker Andrew Johnson dived during Sunday's Premiership clash between the teams and insisted he withdraw his comments.

Spireites eye prolonged Hurst deal
Chesterfield boss Roy McFarland is hopeful that Sheffield United will allow Kevan Hurst to extend his current loan spell at Saltergate.

Gordon unfazed by Hearts hearing
Craig Gordon said he did not believe he would be droppedHearts goalkeeper Craig Gordon says he is unfazed at the prospect of facing an internal disciplinary hearing.


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