Arsenal hit back at disgruntled Gallas
French defender William Gallas will be taking no part in Arsenal's trip to Manchester City on Saturday after voicing criticism of his teammates. The Frenchman was reportedly stripped of the captaincy and fined by the London club.
Wenger calls on FIFA to probe player withdrawals
As key players withdrew from international friendlies this week to be on form for club matches, Arsenal coach Arsène Wenger wants FIFA and UEFA to investigate the old club vs country debate.
Holland and England impress, Italy and Greece draw
England's young generation beat Germany 2-1 to take its fifth straight win. The Mannschaft was defeated for the first time in Berlin since 1973. Elsewhere, Holland were impressive 3-1 winners over Sweden, and Italy drew 1-1 with Greece.
Maradona enjoys win in first match as Argentina coach
Argentina enjoyed a 1 to 0 victory over Scotland with an early Maxi Rodriguez goal. It was the first match for former star Diego Maradona as new football coach for Argentina. In other friendly games, England beat Germany 2-1.
France couldn't beat Uruguay
Paris' Stade de France didn't witness any goals in the France-Uruguay friendly. Les Bleus, led by coach Raymond Domenech, couldn't transform their field domination into a win despite the return of veteran captain Patrick Vieira.






