England will always have the potential to deliver world-class players but the "conditions" must be right to help develop more, claims the PFA.

Arsene Wenger maintains Arsenal will never sacrifice their footballing principles, declaring "it is the best way to win".

Sol Campbell has ended any doubts over his Portsmouth future and says he wants to lead the team into Europe after their FA Cup final triumph.

Ireland's new generation of potential stars have provided Giovanni Trapattoni with a "beautiful surprise".

Sir Alex Ferguson says he would place a "big bet" on the Champions League final not being Cristiano Ronaldo's last game for Manchester United.

England's ranking among European nations is set to fall after UEFA approved changes to the way they determine national coefficients.

Michel Platini has dealt a blow to any hopes FIFA may have of putting a quota on foreign players by declaring the plan "completely illegal".

Everton are considering a move for Brazilian striker Jo, but have no immediate plans to formally announce a new contract for boss David Moyes.

Phil Brown and Gary Johnson are adamant that the kudos of playing in the Premier League will be all that matters when Hull face Bristol City.

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson looked forward to the Champions League final and insisted: "I am very relaxed."

Avram Grant continued to keep his future plans under wraps as he prepared Chelsea for the biggest game in their history.