Moyes denies claims of lengthy Van Persie injury

A number of reports had suggested the Dutchman will be out of action from anywhere between four to six weeks, but the manager says that is simply "wrong information"

Manchester United boss David Moyes is cautious to put a date on Robin van Persie's return from injury but has rubbished reports that he will be out until March.

The striker has started just one game in all competitions since scoring the winner against former side Arsenal on November 10.

Reports in some quarters had suggested Van Persie could face a further six weeks on the sidelines, but Moyes insists that is not true: "I don't know where that has come from. That would be wrong information as far as I am concerned."

Wenger: Sir Alex Ferguson not to blame for Manchester United's poor form

The Arsenal boss says the Scot's presence in the stands at Old Trafford is "not a problem" and feels that the players must take responsibility for the club's poor form this season.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says Sir Alex Ferguson is not to blame for Manchester United’s inconsistent form this season.

The reigning Premier League champions have struggled under new manager David Moyes, currently languishing in seventh place in the Premier League and having been knocked out of the FA Cup in the third round.

Sir Alex has been a regular spectator at United’s games this season but Wenger feels he cannot be blamed for his former side’s current travails. 

Higuain: Leaving Real Madrid for Napoli was the right move

The Argentine is happy to have joined the Serie A side and is over the moon with the fans' adoration of him compared to Blancos supporters.

Gonzalo Higuain has insisted that he does not have any regrets over his decision to leave Real Madrid for Napoli at the start of the campaign.

The Argentina international was one of three players to make the move from los Blancos to the Serie A side last summer - with Jose Callejon and Raul Albiol accompanying the striker - and he is happy with his decision to move on from Madrid. 

Mourinho praise for in-form Hazard

The Blues boss feels the improved form of the Belgian attacker is down to an increased ability to take on responsibility and work for the good of the team

Jose Mourinho reserved special praise for Eden Hazard after the Belgian opened the scoring in Chelsea's 2-0 victory over Hull City on Saturday.

The 23-year-old has been in fine form of late and found the net for the London club with his ninth Premier League goal of the season, already matching his total tally from last term.

Januzaj shows class & calm to shine under pressure for Manchester United

The youngest man on the pitch was also the most impressive as David Moyes' side comfortably overcame Swansea at Old Trafford

Among United's core support slack is certainly being cut towards the under-pressure David Moyes and his decision to field a trio of attacking midfielders behind Danny Welbeck should be commended after his side's 2-0 win over Swansea. While Shinji Kagawa was heavily involved in both goals and Antonio Valencia scored the opener, Adnan Januzaj drew gasps of admiration from inside Old Trafford.

Matuidi: PSG victory all that matters

The Paris Saint-Germain midfielder came to his side's rescue away to struggling Ajaccio and says results come before performances

Blaise Matuidi says Paris Saint-Germain were not at their best in their narrow 2-1 victory over Ajaccio but believes the result is all that matters.

The 26-year-old scored the winner in a less than convincing performance against the hosts who are rooted to the bottom in Ligue 1. 

Father Of Tottenham Midfielder Denies Lazio Move In January

Jose Lamela, father of Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Erik Lamela, has denied reports claiming that his son could move to Lazio in the future.

The 21-year-old joined the Spurs from Roma in a deal worth around €31 million before the start of the 2013-14 season and is yet to make a big impact at the English club, which has led many to believe that he could already be looking for a way out this month, but his father insists that the Argentinian will remain with his current team for the time being.

Lamela spoke to LaLazioSiamoNoi.it about his son’s future and admitted that he would be willing to make a Serie A return, though a move to the Biancocelesti seems unlikely.

Cristiano Ronaldo Pleads With Xabi Alonso To Stay With Real Madrid

Real Madrid superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has begged teammate and fellow midfielder Xabi Alonso to shelve plans of an exit and open talks with the club over a new contract, according to Sports Direct News

The capital club notched up another victory on Monday night with a 3-0 victory over Celta Vigo, but the future of one of their key men still hangs in the balance as a number of clubs continue to keep tabs on the 32-year-old.

Both Manchester clubs, Chelsea and Arsenal are all said to be interested in landing his signature, and though he has previously expressed his desire to stay at the club contract talks between the two have apparently ground to a halt. 

Sunderland vs Manchester United Report

Sunderland 2-1 Manchester United: Borini penalty hands Black Cats first-leg advantage

The Liverpool loanee's second-half spot-kick saw Gus Poyet's men pick up a crucial win at the Stadium of Light after Nemanja Vidic had cancelled out Ryan Giggs' own goal.

Fabio Borini's second-half penalty helped Sunderland to a 2-1 win over Manchester United in the first leg of their Capital One Cup semi-final, leaving David Moyes' hopes of silverware in doubt.

The visitors saw Ryan Giggs smash the crossbar from range while Adnan Januzaj had a goal ruled out for offside in the first half, but it was Gus Poyet's men who took the lead in stoppage time of the first period as United's veteran Welshman bundled the ball into his own net. 

Maigari to welcome Hayatou on Wednesday

NFF President Aminu Maigari welcomes CAF president Issa Hayatou

NFF President Aminu Maigari will head a delegation composed of officials from both the Federation and Globacom that will receive the CAF president Issa Hayatou in Lagos on Wednesday.

Hayatou is expected to arrive Lagos at 1.25pm aboard a Cameroonian Airliner for the Glo/CAF African Football Awards, which takes place on Thursday.

Upon arrival on Wednesday, Hayatou will be received by Maigari whose reception delegates include NFF Vice-President, Chief Mike Umeh, Members of the Executive Committee, Chief Emeka Inyama, Deji Tinubu, Alhaji Muazu Suleyman and Alhaji Yusuf Ahmed Fresh.