They nickname him ‘el pistolero’ — the gunman — in South America. But as Luis Suarez approaches his third year at Liverpool, perhaps ‘el torbellino’ — the whirlwind — is more appropriate.

It looks like Irish football is heading for a whole different ballpark, with confirmation expected next week that a friendly against Spain in New York in May will take place at Yankee Stadium.

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NETHERLANDS coach Bert van Marwijk and captain Mark van Bommel last night refused to dwell on the racist abuse allegedly suffered by black members of the squad during a training session in Krakow.

UEFA had “no plans” today to launch an investigation into allegations Holland’s black players were racially abused during a training session in Krakow.

AJAX have apologised for the incident which saw AZ Alkmaar goalkeeper Esteban attacked by a pitch invader on Wednesday night.

Holland coach Bert van Marwijk has extended his contract by another four years and will now guide Oranje through to the 2016 European Championship finals.

PATRICE EVRA is prepared to use video evidence to back up his claims that Luis Suarez racially abused him during Liverpool’s 1-1 draw with Manchester United on Saturday.

England’s friendly against Holland at Wembley was called off because every officer on duty “must be deployed to protect life, our communities and properties”, police said today.

ARSENE WENGER admits even he has been surprised by the speed and determination with which his Arsenal youngsters have marched back into the Barclays Premier League title race.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has revealed the club intend to seek compensation from the Dutch football federation over the ankle injury suffered by striker Robin van Persie.

Robin van Persie's surgery on his right ankle was successful, Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has revealed.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has criticised the Dutch federation for their “disrespectful” treatment of his club regarding injured striker Robin van Persie.

Middlesbrough have advised AZ Alkmaar to direct their claim for compensation over their failed bid to land Afonso Alves to Heerenveen.

REAL MADRID fans were hoping to see their team crowned champions again last night when they met Athletic Bilbao in one of Spain’s traditional grudge games, but Villarreal in second place are still not prepared to throw in the towel despite being 10 points behind.

Ajax have named Marco van Basten as their new coach with the former AC Milan striker set to take over after Euro 2008.

Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate is hoping he can complete a club record deal for Heerenveen striker Afonso Alves this week.

Middlesbrough target Afonso Alves was undergoing a medical this evening as the Teessiders attempted to push through a club record signing.

Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate insists he is not worried about speculation over his big names because it means he has good players.

Wayne Rooney has taken a swipe at the Football Association over the three-match ban which has contributed to his poor form so far this season.

After braving a hostile reception in Oxford, Cristiano Ronaldo should get to find out what Manchester United’s fans think of him at Old Trafford on Saturday.

Alex Ferguson is concerned Wayne Rooney may be suspended for the start of the Barclays Premiership season.

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UEFA have distanced themselves from comments saying Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho is an “enemy of football”.

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Steve Bruce believes that Mario Melchiot’s return to the Dutch squad is a testament to the successful way he has adapted to life at Birmingham City after his summer move from Chelsea.

Ruud van Nistelrooy should be available for Manchester United in the FA Cup semi-final against Arsenal despite a minor knee injury.

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The Football Association will not be taking any action against Sir Alex Ferguson over 'illegal approach' allegations made by Jaap Stam in his autobiography.

Irish international David Connolly has been cleared to play for Wimbledon after the Dutch FA decided that he did not breach a transfer agreement reached with AZ Alkmaar.

The date of the final Old Firm game of the Scottish Premier League season has been put back a week because of a clash with World Cup qualifiers.