SERGIO BUSQUETS believes Spain are more than capable of dealing with the threat of Wesley Sneijder when they take on Holland in tomorrow’s World Cup final in Johannesburg.

Convalescing duo Fernando Torres and Cesc Fabregas have both been included in Spain’s final 23-man squad for the World Cup, along with uncapped trio Victor Valdes, Pedro Rodriguez and Javi Martinez.

LAZIO crashed out of the Europa League last night following their 2-1 defeat at Salzburg and Villarreal’s 2-0 win at Levski Sofia.

Lazio crashed out of the Europa League tonight following their 2-1 defeat at Salzburg and Villarreal’s 2-0 win at Levski Sofia.

SPAIN midfielder Xabi Alonso insists he can build a potent midfield partnership with fellow playmaker Xavi as he prepares for tomorrow’s World Cup qualifier at home to Belgium.

Arsenal 3 Villarreal 0 (4-1 on agg)

Villarreal midfielder Robert Pires claims not much has changed at Arsenal since his departure almost three years ago.

Villarreal coach Manuel Pellegrini has named midfield duo Cani and Mati Fernandez in a 20-man squad for this week’s Champions League quarter-final second leg against Arsenal.

Villarreal will be without Marcos Senna for this week's Champions League return meeting with Arsenal because of injury.

THEO WALCOTT hopes Emmanuel Adebayor’s brilliant goal at El Madrigal can help inspire Arsenal to secure their place in the semi-finals of the Champions League.

Theo Walcott hopes Emmanuel Adebayor’s brilliant goal at El Madrigal can help inspire Arsenal to secure their place in the semi-finals of the Champions League.

Arsene Wenger knows Arsenal will have to be “on their toes” to see off the challenge of Villarreal at Emirates Stadium next week, but remains confident his side’s determination will see the Gunners through to the semi-finals of the Champions League.

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VILLARREAL midfielder Robert Pires is looking forward to getting the chance to say a proper goodbye to the Arsenal fans when he takes on his old club in the quarter-finals of the Champions League tonight.

Villarreal will welcome back key midfielder Marcos Senna for Tuesday’s Champions League clash with Arsenal.

PANATHINAIKOS gave themselves an excellent chance of qualifying for the Champions League quarter-finals by scoring a vital away goal against Villarreal last night.

Manchester City’s first acquisition in the January transfer window Wayne Bridge does not expect to be the new boy at the club for very long.

European Championship winner Marcos Senna has revealed he would be “interested” in a January move to Manchester City.

Celtic 2 Villarreal 0

Celtic midfielder Aiden McGeady will disregard a health warning from coach Neil Lennon to try to help the Hoops through to the last 16 of the Champions League and keep them on track for another Clydesdale Bank Premier League title.

England internationals Wayne Rooney, Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard are among 11 Premier League players shortlisted for this year’s Ballon d’Or.

SCOTT MCDONALD insists Celtic will soldier on in their bid to make Champions League progress but admits the chances of Gordon Strachan’s side reaching the last 16 are “not good”.

Gary Caldwell insists the Celtic players need to learn to be more clever in Europe after a contentious free-kick led to their Champions League defeat by Villarreal in El Madrigal last night.

Vincenzo Iaquinta struck twice to help Juventus avoid an embarrassing defeat in a tricky away trip to underdogs BATE Borisov.

Villarreal 1 Celtic 0

Reported Arsenal target Marcos Senna has asked his club Villarreal not to sell him.

WERDER BREMEN have confirmed the exit of Portugal Under-21 international Amaury Bischoff, clearing the way for a move to Arsenal.

ANDREI ARSHAVIN has dreams of moving to Spain — after knocking them out of Euro 2008 — and has warned Russia’s semi-final opponents he is yet to peak at the tournament.

Spain 0 Italy 0 (Spain win 4-2 on penalties)

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SPAIN coach Luis Aragones has given little away over team selection for his side’s opening Group D game of Euro 2008 against Russia (kick-off 5pm).

Alex Ferguson is adamant his injury-hit midfield is capable of meeting the challenges which lie ahead.

Manchester United suffered a major injury blow before their Champions League clash with Celtic with Park Ji-sung ruled out for three months with ankle ligament damage.

BAYERN MUNICH have hit out at Manchester United and warned the Old Trafford outfit not even €50m would tempt them to sell Owen Hargreaves.

Alex Ferguson has insisted Manchester United will not be taken for mugs in the transfer market.

WAYNE ROONEY admits he was “disappointed” by Manchester United team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo’s actions during the controversial World Cup quarter-final between England and Portugal but has forgiven him.

Manchester United appear to be closing in on the capture of Villarreal midfielder Marcos Senna.

Sir Alex Ferguson expects to unveil at least one more new signing next week.

ALEX FERGUSON has cited Ruud van Nistelrooy’s reaction to being dropped for last season’s Carling Cup final as the major reason behind his Manchester United exit.

Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson has cited Ruud van Nistelrooy’s reaction to being dropped for last season’s Carling Cup final as the major reason behind his Manchester United exit.

Spain midfielder Marcos Senna insists he is “content” at Villarreal, despite reported interest from Manchester United.

Alex Ferguson can finally embrace a new face into the Manchester United fold – and it appears the Red Devils boss is not finished yet.

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