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Va-va-voom. Vintage Henry scores on Arsenal return.

Thierry Henry's much talked-about return to Arsenal lived up to the hype as the former France man scored after just 10 minutes of coming on. But do the Premier League club need to bring in more numbers in January if they are to end their trophy drought...

Post-Christmas cheer in Oslo for out-of-contract players

Tomi Maanoja used to play for AIK Stockholm before a broken leg ruined his career. With two young children, but no contract, the FIFPro Winter Tournament in Oslo may just provide the Finn with the little bit of luck he deserves.

And Porto will play…..Europa League draw provides some stardust

It's not often that the Europa League draw comes close to matching the Champions League draw for excitement. Read here for more from Switzerland.

What is Arsenal’s future?

Should Arsenal stick with Arsene Wenger or should the French manager go? Time is running out to make last-ditch signings, perhaps the only thing that can save Arsenal this season..or will they turn their poor start around?

Fergie the old hand shows softer side…for a bit

Is Fergie going soft on us ahead of the big clash v Arsenal on Sunday? Or is he merely playing mind games? Whatever the case, fasten your seatbelts for what is sure to be a cracker of a match at Old Trafford.

Can’t win with kids? United just did.

A young Manchester United tore past their city rivals in the second half of the Community Shield on Sunday. A taste of things to come this season or a glorified friendly with little significance?

Velez Sarsfield’s claim to being Argentina’s sixth big club

Velez Sarsfield won their eighth Argentine crown on Sunday and must now surely be considered among the country's 'big' clubs.

The unbearable lightness of being – or how a thin piece of synthetic cloth can become a lead weight

Playing for one of Argentina's top clubs carries a heavy responsibility..and a weighty shirt, as relegation-threatened River Plate are finding out.

Soccer Break Friday – Time to say goodbye

Five teams, only three can stay. Who will avoid the drop and who will bid a teary farewell to the Premier League? Discuss here, plus could Qatar really lose the 2022 World Cup? Read on.

Soccer Break Thursday – Power to Portugal

Power to Portugal after Porto's Europa League triumph, what do you think? Discuss here, plus there's more transfer gossip, an Arsenal analysis and the latest on the FIFA corruption saga.

Soccer Break Wednesday – Will you watch the Europa League final?

Do you care about the Europa League final? Discuss here, and read about the talented Dutch youngsters set to cause a stir.

Soccer Break Tuesday – Blatter unbeatable?

Nothing like support, and Sepp Blatter has that in spades. But is he unbeatable for the June 1 FIFA presidency election? Discuss here.