France cruised to a 2-0 win over Serbia in Reims last night, but victory was marred by an injury to Yann M'vila.

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International round-up: Germany shocked by Blanc's boys

France, who England face in their first group game in Euro 2012 in Donetsk on 11 June, demonstrated how far they have progressed under coach Laurent Blanc by beating Germany 2-1 in Bremen last night.

Napoli v Chelsea player ratings

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Football in Brief: Westley to take Deepdale reins; Malouda not happy on bench

Stevenage's back-to-back promotion-winning manager Graham Westley is set to be named the new Preston North End manager on a two-and-a-half year deal at the League One club.

Andre Villas-Boas sees Chelsea drop points at Wigan

Cech caught out as Villas-Boas deflects blame

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Chelsea need win to get back on track says Florent Malouda

Florent Malouda has insisted the solution to Chelsea's current woes is simple: victories, starting in tonight's Champions League clash at Bayer Leverkusen.

Arsenal in talks over Per Mertesacker transfer

Per Mertesacker was en route to London today to undergo a medical at Arsenal, Press Association Sport understands.

Arsenal close in on Andre Santos deal

Arsenal were today close to completing the signing of Brazil left-back Andre Santos, Press Association Sport understands.

Santos: Neymar price has been met

Chelsea remain in the hunt to sign the Brazilian teenage sensation Neymar, amid claims from Santos yesterday that five European clubs have met his contract's €45m (£40m) buy-out clause.

Gomez saves Germany's blushes

Mario Gomez scored a 90th minute winner as Germany beat Austria 2-1 to maintain a 100 per cent record in Euro 2012 qualifying.

Malouda urges return of Hiddink

Florent Malouda believes Guus Hiddink has the attributes needed to succeed at Chelsea, should the Dutchman return to manage the club, having worked wonders during his short spell in charge in 2009.

Man-for-man marking: United and Chelsea

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Underpowered Chelsea face defining moment

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Drogba happy to play second fiddle at Chelsea

Didier Drogba has promised not to walk out on Chelsea despite having fallen down the pecking order since the arrival of Fernando Torres.

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