Person: Marc Overmars

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White paint on their boots — the new old-fashioned wingers in town

In days gone by, a winger wasn’t a winger unless the soles of his boots were covered in white paint from spending so much time standing on the touchline; and that’s a tradition which might be making a return in 2019-20.

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How Ajax rebuilt after ‘coup’ crisis

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Every generation needs a brilliant touch of Dutch

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Klaas Jan Huntelaar returns to Ajax for another shot at title

Southampton v Arsenal - Emirates FA Cup - St Mary's Stadium

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Arsene Wenger: I’m in charge, I’ll never agree to work with director of football

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Gunners go big to keep hold of Alexis Sanchez

Roy Keane: ‘I wouldn’t worry going into a tackle with Marc Overmars’

It is probably the most celebrated tackle in Irish football history, the crunching challenge on Marc Overmars which dumped the Arsenal man on the turf, seemed to rattle the whole Dutch team and certainly set the tone for a battling performance which would eventually see a 10-man Ireland beat the Netherlands 1-0 in a crucial World Cup qualifier at Lansdowne Road in 2001.

Thu, 16 Mar, 2017

Transfer window review: Who did the best and worst business

We have a look back at the transfer window, including the strangest piece of business and the potential dark horses...

Thu, 01 Sep, 2016

Mick McCarthy: Disrespect inspired famous Ireland win against Holland

Mick McCarthy has revealed how Dutch ‘disrespect’ inspired his Republic of Ireland team to its famous victory against Louis Van Gaal’s side at Lansdowne Road in 2001.

Thu, 26 May, 2016

Martin O’Neill: Irish fighting spirit will help give us a real chance tonight

Backs to the wall — that’s the popular consensus on where stands the Irish football team as a depleted line-up prepares to face world champions Germany at the Aviva Stadium tonight.

Thu, 08 Oct, 2015

James McClean crucial to Ireland’s hopes of beating Poles

At one point yesterday, Roy Keane and James McClean stood metres away from each other, dozens of microphones in their faces, and yet neither sounded likely to throw the sort of verbal grenade previously lobbed into the media sphere. Changed times.

Thu, 26 Mar, 2015

Are we really in a better place with O'Neill instead of Trap?

In football, there is an infinite number of reasons why a manager can be asked to pack his bags, but the bottom line when the new man is hired is always the same: do better than the last guy.

Wed, 19 Nov, 2014

Orlando still brings Bonner out in hot flush

Ex-keeper still looking for answers 20 years after Ireland’s USA ’94 hopes ended in the furnace of the Citrus Bowl.

Fri, 04 Jul, 2014

Straight A’s for Wenger from the ultimate number cruncher

Billy Beane, like Arsene Wenger, knows what it’s like to be at the sharp end of fans’ short-termism. But Mr Moneyball remains a fan and a disciple of the Arsenal manager

Sat, 17 May, 2014

West Brom sponsor pulls out over Anelka 'quenelle' gesture

Property website Zoopla has announced it will not seek to renew its sponsorship of West Brom at the end of the season in light of Nicolas Anelka’s controversial "

quenelle" gesture.

Tue, 21 Jan, 2014

Euro setback for the Ajax way

Ajax have such a memorable past, as a football institution as well as serial winners, that it is easy to forget they have had their ups and downs.

Tue, 05 Nov, 2013

Suarez exit talk ignored

Manager Brendan Rodgers brushed off concerns about Luis Suarez’s future by claiming comments made on international duty have “no great relevance to Liverpool”.

Sat, 30 Mar, 2013

Graham: Wenger must rediscover transfer magic

George Graham is backing Arsene Wenger to remain at Arsenal “for a few more years” but believes he needs to rediscover the knack of signing unknown talents and developing them into world-beaters.

Sun, 16 Dec, 2012

Former Arsenal star Song savouring Barca chance

Alex Song fulfilled a childhood dream by clinching a move to Barcelona and now the former Arsenal midfielder wants to build up a trophy collection.

Tue, 21 Aug, 2012

Song passes Barca medical

Alex Song has passed his medical with Barcelona as he puts the finishing touches on his £15m (€19m) move from Arsenal.

Mon, 20 Aug, 2012

Roy or Drico: who’s the better team-mate?

It shouldn’t even be close.

Tue, 29 May, 2012

No Ajax return for van Basten

Marco van Basten will not be returning to Ajax to become their new director of football.

Thu, 20 Oct, 2011

Whelan reeling in the years to find inspiration

TEN years to the day and Glenn Whelan can tell you where he watched it, who else was there and what he was wearing. He’s not alone.

Thu, 01 Sep, 2011

Stars give Van der Sar dream farewell

EDWIN VAN DER SAR enjoyed a memorable send-off as the recently-retired goalkeeper bid farewell at a testimonial evening at a packed Amsterdam ArenA last night.

Thu, 04 Aug, 2011

Dylan’s positively forthright views on the sporting life

ROBERT ALLEN ZIMMERMAN turned 70 this week.

Fri, 03 Jun, 2011

Bruce unhappy with referee display

Sunderland manager Steve Bruce tempered his criticism of referee Stuart Attwell after he awarded a “crazy” goal to Liverpool in the 2-2 draw at Anfield.

Sat, 25 Sep, 2010

Nasri sparkles but Gunners left plenty to ponder

Arsenal 1 West Brom 0

Mon, 18 Aug, 2008

Rosicky 'can keep up midfield goals supply'

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger believes Tomas Rosicky can follow in the footsteps of some of his club’s previous free-scoring midfielders.

Tue, 09 Jan, 2007

Arsenal win emotional Bergkamp testimonial

Arsenal 2 Ajax 1

Sat, 22 Jul, 2006

Commitment is seen on the pitch, insists Henry

THIERRY HENRY has insisted his commitment on the pitch is enough proof of how much he loves Arsenal as he refused last night to become embroiled in a debate over his future with the club.

Wed, 19 Apr, 2006

Henry left stunned by commitment question

Thierry Henry insisted his commitment on the pitch was enough to prove to the fans how much he loves Arsenal as he refused to become embroiled in a debate over his future with the club.

Tue, 18 Apr, 2006

Les Bleus leave pundits green around the gills

IT TOOK 20 minutes for the Tackle Heard Round The World to be resurrected on RTÉ last night.

Thu, 08 Sep, 2005

All eyes on Downing as Boro go into Euro action

MIDDLESBROUGH boss Steve McClaren has promised potential England international Stewart Downing will not get carried away with his new-found status.

Wed, 15 Dec, 2004

The only way is Upson

MATTHEW UPSON was an Arsenal reserve when Birmingham City began their Premiership existence at Highbury in August 2002.

Sat, 04 Dec, 2004

Injury forces Overmars to retire

HOLLAND star Marc Overmars has retired at the age of 31 because of a chronic knee injury.

Tue, 27 Jul, 2004

Overmars quits football

Former Arsenal winger Marc Overmars has announced his retirement from football.

Mon, 26 Jul, 2004

Magpies insist they won't break bank for Kluivert

NEWCASTLE will not be held to ransom as they attempt to push home their interest in Barcelona hitman Patrick Kluivert.

Wed, 07 Jul, 2004

Magpies in Kluivert talks

Newcastle United are in advanced talks with the representatives of Barcelona striker Patrick Kluivert, according to Sky Sports News.

Tue, 06 Jul, 2004

Kluivert in talks with Magpies

Newcastle United are in advanced talks with the representatives of Barcelona striker Patrick Kluivert, according to Sky Sports News.

Mon, 05 Jul, 2004

International swansong for Overmars

Holland winger Marc Overmars has announced he will retire from international football after Euro 2004.

Sat, 12 Jun, 2004

Kluivert eyes Premiership move

PATRICK KLUIVERT yesterday revealed he is waiting for offers from the Premiership after expressing his disappointment at being released by Barcelona.

Fri, 28 May, 2004

Kluivert awaits Premiership offer

Patrick Kluivert today revealed he is waiting for offers from the Premiership after expressing his disappointment at being released by Barcelona.

Thu, 27 May, 2004

Dutch stars go in major clear-out at Barca

BARCELONA announced a major squad clear-out yesterday by revealing that Patrick Kluivert, Marc Overmars, Phillip Cocu, Michael Reiziger and Rustu Recber will leave the club this summer.

Wed, 26 May, 2004

Ruthless Rijkaard axes five

Barcelona announced a major squad clear-out today by revealing that Patrick Kluivert, Marc Overmars, Phillip Cocu, Michael Reiziger and Rustu Recber will leave the club this summer.

Tue, 25 May, 2004

Robbens wins fitness race for Euro 2004

Arjen Robben has been included in Holland’s 23-man squad for Euro 2004 after proving his fitness to coach Dick Advocaat.

Wed, 19 May, 2004

Beckham leads stars in Keown testimonial

David Beckham lined up for an England XI tonight at Highbury as he took part in Martin Keown’s testimonial just 24 hours after his red card for Real Madrid.

Mon, 17 May, 2004

Bhoy wonders

TEENAGE goalkeeper David Marshall produced a stunning display as Celtic enjoyed one of their greatest European nights.

Fri, 26 Mar, 2004

Overmars set to replace Garcia against Celts

Barcelona winger Luis Garcia has been ruled out of the UEFA Cup fourth round second leg clash with Celtic after a knee injury - with Marc Overmars set to replace him.

Mon, 15 Mar, 2004

Barca kick off against Celtic

Celtic faced a formidable task at Parkhead tonight as they took on Barcelona in the Champions League without Chris Sutton, Joos Valgaeren, John Hartson, Ulrik Laursen, Johan Mjallby and Shaun Maloney because of injuries.

Thu, 11 Mar, 2004

Bruce to bolster Birmingham squad

Birmingham City manager Steve Bruce is looking to bring in two or three permanent signings during the transfer window after being given the green light to strengthen his injury-ravaged squad by the club’s board of directors.

Wed, 07 Jan, 2004