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Surely McClean worth letting out of the Irish Trap

James McClean

5:28pm Friday 10th February 2012

THERE was a notable absentee when Giovanni Trapattoni announced his squad for the Republic of Ireland's friendly with the Czech Republic at the end of the month.

Kenny Johnson: A club legend and a gentleman

2:21pm Friday 30th December 2011

TO Hartlepool United's fans he was the club's record goalscorer. To many of the town's budding young footballers during the 70s, 80s and 90s, he was someone intent on making you a better player.

Tiote would be a difficult man to replace

6:11pm Friday 16th December 2011

IT'S said that Cheik Tiote is worth £25m.

Bruce had a good squad short of a striker

QUICK RESPONSE: Steve Bruce is looking to tonight's cup tie with Brighton for quick response to Saturday's derby defeat.

11:37am Thursday 1st December 2011

AFTER two-and-a-half years in charge, a poor start to this season and inconsistent results, Steve Bruce paid the price for a lack of progress.

How can Boro bring back the fans?

12:34pm Sunday 6th November 2011

IT was Bonfire Night, being broadcast on Sky and cost more than £20 a ticket for an adult.

Wickham's big enough to stand tall in Premier League

2:02pm Sunday 23rd October 2011

IT'S not just at Sunderland, but during difficult runs the mood can be quite tense post-match when players are asked questions about their failings.

Ben Arfa needs to be handled with care

In training: Hatem Ben Arfa

8:10am Tuesday 20th September 2011

IN his teenage years, Hatem Ben Arfa was involved in a televised row with Arsenal midfielder Abou Diaby during their time together at the France national football academy at Clairefontaine.

Wes Brown could turn out to be the bargain of the season

4:09pm Sunday 14th August 2011

DESPITE suggestions to the contrary, it has emerged that Sunderland did only pay £1m for Wes Brown.

No money at Middlesbrough

ON THE DEFENSIVE HUNT: Manager Tony Mowbray is out to replace David Wheater

10:49am Wednesday 22nd June 2011

IT will have been noted in the corridors of the Riverside Stadium that West Ham United, recently relegated to the Championship, are gambling on a swift return to the Premier League.

Forget Ashley, Pardew must prove there's life after Nolan

2:40pm Thursday 16th June 2011

IT was never going to be easy for Kevin Nolan to succeed at St James' Park. As Joe Kinnear's first major signing two-and-a-half years ago after the departure of Kevin Keegan, he was desperate to shine instantly.

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