Soccer

Manager Walter Smith is backing Andy Webster to play a significant role for Rangers when he returns from his loan at Dundee United.

Tranmere defender Marlon Broomes says the squad can take the positives following their 4-1 defeat to Leeds on Tuesday.

Hartlepool striker Denis Behan could be out for the rest of the season with a suspected ankle ligament injury.

Charlton defender Frazer Richardson wants to avoid the play-offs after previous bad experiences.

Robbie Keane has paid tribute to fellow forward Morten Rasmussen, with the Dane starting to suggest he may be the Irishman's ideal foil at Celtic.

Southend United are granted a 35-day extension by the High Court to repay their debts.

Dundee United are desperate to make amends for their 7-1 thrashing by Rangers when the sides meet in Sunday's Scottish Cup tie.

Liverpool midfielder Yossi Benayoun is doubtful for the Europa League match against Lille tomorrow after sustaining an ankle injury.

Oldham striker Daniel Nardiello faces several weeks on the sidelines after suffering a hamstring injury.

Burnley striker Steven Fletcher faces a late fitness test ahead of the Barclays Premier League match against Stoke at Turf Moor on Wednesday.

Arsenal 5-0 FC Porto - Picture gallery

You know, there's nothing worse than a smart-arsed, told you so, blogger. Yesterday I said:

Last time Porto came to the Grove they got a 4-0 spanking. I don't see that happening again.

How right I was. I don't take any great pleasure in being right, under the circumstances. No, hang on. I do, because that was fucking great fun. I got to watch the first half hour before going out to play a match (don't ask) and then came back afterwards to have a beer and watch the rest.

Craig Brown blames himself for Motherwell's disappointing performance at St Mirren.

St Mirren boss Gus MacPherson feels his side deserved to beat Motherwell but just lacked a scoring touch in the scoreless draw.