28 October 2002 Kahn Fined For Dancing Bayern Munich will fine goalkeeper Oliver Kahn after he spend the night in a disco when he was supposed to be recovering from a thigh injury, sustained in last weeks Champions League defeat against Milan. Bayern coach Ottmar Hitzfeld told reporters : "Playing golf and going to a disco are two different things. There will be a fine for that. If you get injured, you must work on getting fit, and a visit to a disco is not necessary in that respect." Barmby Denies Allegations of Racism Leeds midfielder Nick Barmby has strongly denies accusations made by Middlesbrough George Boateng that he made racist remarks to the Dutch midfielder : "I totally reject any allegations that I made racist remarks to George Boateng or any other Middlesbrough player on Saturday. That accusation is categorically untrue and I feel devastated by it. My reputation has been seriously undermined by an opponent who appears desperate to justify his own actions. Words were exchanged between George and me on the field. I said absolutely nothing of a racist nature, did not butt him, or abuse his family. I am absolutely devastated by what I've read in the papers today." Boateng spat at Leeds defender Jonathan Woodgate, pushed an official and Barmby claims scratched his face in the tunnel after the match. Barmby had some deep scratches on his face during the press conference earlier today. Ghadaffi On Juve Board Saadi Ghadaffi has joined the board of Juventus, the club he owns a 7.3% share in. UEFA Postpone Spartak Moscow Match UEFA have postponed this weeks Champions League match between Spartak Moscow and Basel until November 6 as a mark of respect for the victims of the Moscow siege.  27 October 2002 Colombians Killed By Lightning Two Colombian soccer players, Giovany Cordoba and Hermam Gaviria have died after being struck by lightning while practising. Both players played for Deportivo Cali. Moyes Pleads For Press To Give Rooney Space Everton coach David Moyes has criticised the press for harassing teenage striker Wayne Rooney : "You lot follow him off the bus, follow him during the warm up. You should leave him alone. It's not helping him. He is a terrific English talent and we are all trying to help him as much as we can. You should understand that and he should be respected but he needs breathing space." Bellamy Injured Again Newcastle striker Craig Bellamy have flown to the US to see knee surgeon Richard Steadman after the recurrence of a knee injury during training. 26 October 2002 New Owners Save Servette A group of Geneva businessmen has bought a 42.3% stake in Servette and cleared the club's debts, which are thought to stand at €1.3 million. Ulivieri Takes Charge of Torino Renzo Ulivieri has succeeded Giancarlo Camolese as coach of Torino. Ulivieri enjoyed success at Bologna. Macca Gives Up on England Steve 'Macca' McManaman is pessimistic of his chances of representing England at International level : "I'm almost resigned to the fact that I probably won't be involved again. I don't really understand why. That has never been explained to me but I missed the biggest tournament in the world and that's a pretty good indication of where I stand."  25 October 2002 Andersson Injured Again Barcelona defender Patrik Andersson has broke down in a friendly after spending eight months out injured with a host of injuries.  24 October 2002 Croatian Player Killed In Car Crash Croatian under 21 international Danijel Popovic was killed in a car crash in eastern Croatia. The striker played for Osijek and his club claim he was probably driving too fast. Another person was seriously injured in the crash. Blatter To Retire In 2006 Sepp Bladder, the inept President of FIFA, has said he will step down in 2006 when he will be 70 years old and will almost certainly have caused more harm to the game. 22 October 2002 Coaches Pick Robinson, Campbell, Geremi & Henry Based on the votes of the 20 coaches in the Premiership these are the best players in their respective positions :

Goalkeepers
Robinson	40%
Keller	22%
Cudicini	18%
Defenders
Campbell	65%
Gallas	15%
Yobo	10%
Midfielders
Geremi	35%
Gerrard	30%
Vieira	25%
Forwards
Henry	35%
Bellamy	30%
Zola	25%

Valencia Legend Pasieguito Dies Former Valencia and Spain midfielder Bernardino Perez Elizaran or Pasieguito as he was known, has died aged 77. 21 October 2002 Espanyol Name New Coach Ramon Moya has succeeded Juane Ramos as coach of Espanyol, currently bottom of the Spanish league. Work Begins On New Munich Stadium The foundation stone has been laid on the new Munich stadium - the Allianz Arena. The opening game of the 2006 World Cup is scheduled to be played in the 66,000 seater stadium which will also be the new home of Bayern Munich and 1860 Munich. Rooney Free Agent Until December Everton's 16 year old striker, Wayne Rooney, will remain a free agent until December. Rooney cannot sign a professional contract until he is 17 years old. He was due to sign a contract on Thursday, the day of his 17th birthday, but has switched agents delaying the deal until December. Kahn To Carry On Until 2006 Bayer Munich and Germany 'keeper Oliver Kahn plans to retire in 2006. The 33 year old goalkeeper said : "I will take this right up until 2006. If I'm still in good health and still playing well, then I want to participate in the World Cup in my own country." 19 October 2002 Shearer Breaks 300 Goal Barrier Alan Shearer scored his 300 and 301st league goals against Blackburn Rovers on Saturday. After the 5-2 defeat against his former club he said : "I'd much prefer us to have won 1-0 and me not to score today. I am pleased but I'd much prefer it to be in better circumstances obviously. I'll probably look back in midweek and think how pleased I am but tonight I'm obviously disappointed."  Blackburn Rovers coach Graham Souness congratulated the striker on a remarkable achievement : "I'd like to say how wonderful it is that Alan has scored his 300th goal and where else but here? We should remember what he gave to this club. He's the greatest English center-forward that I've ever seen. There is not a single bigger reason than him for Blackburn winning the Premiership. I knew he would score today, I thought we might have to score twice to win the game, but maybe not three. Nobody should score 300 goals at this level, it's ridiculous." 16 October 2002 Eriksson Defends Seamen England's Italian/Swedish coach Sven Goran Eriksson has defended David Seaman following another Sunday league level mistake that cost England what should have been a routine three points against Macedonia last Wednesday : "It's done. It's a pity of course, bad luck and well taken by Sakiri but David Seaman has not lost his place in the team. I have not that opinion today, absolutely not. He made a very good save in the second half." Eriksson suggested Seamen's future as England's #1 was at threat : "I think David James especially and (Paul) Robinson are pressing, They're doing very well with West Ham and Leeds. There's four months before the next game with the national team, a friendly in February, so I have a lot of time to go round to see players and goalkeepers of course. We'll see what happens in those four months." Ajax Announce Record Losses Ajax have reported a record €25.8 million loss last season however general director Arie van Eijden dismissed suggestions the losses and predicted a healthy future for the current Dutch champions : "The financial picture for last season is less dramatic than it would appear. It doesn't put the club's future in danger. The club will without doubt reduce its interests abroad while Ajax's participation in the 2002-2003 Champions League will bring in a lot of revenue."