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Arsenal manager says club must spend funds from Europe but fears a lack of available talent

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Roberto Martinez celebrates after winning the FA Cup

Dave Whelan keen to keep Roberto Martinez at Wigan amid Everton speculation

The pair are due to hold discussions at the end of the season

Roberto Martinez displays his appreciation to the travelling Wigan fans but is he also saying adios?

Wigan manager Roberto Martinez refuses to discuss future amid Everton speculation

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Podolski celebrates his second of the night, Arsenal's third

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Ferdinand, who won the last of his 81 caps in June 2011, angered some England fans when he withdrew after being recalled to Roy Hodgson's squad for the match in San Marino and Tuesday's World Cup qualifier against Montenegro that ended in a 1-1 draw.

Factfile: Rio Ferdinand announces retirement from England

The Manchester United defender collected 81 caps

Ferdinand, who won the last of his 81 caps in June 2011, angered some England fans when he withdrew after being recalled to Roy Hodgson's squad for the match in San Marino and Tuesday's World Cup qualifier against Montenegro that ended in a 1-1 draw.

Rio Ferdinand quits international football

Rio Ferdinand has quit international football, the Football Association (FA) said today.

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Wigan goalkeepers Joel Robles (left) and Ali Al-Habsi are dejected after their team’s relegation

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It was easy to see which team last played 10 days before this game

Former Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini yesterday left the London hotel where his team stayed for the FA Cup final

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Petr Cech speaks at the press conference ahead of the Europa League final

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Chelsea goalkeeper points to 10 trophies on eve of Benfica clash, compared with none won by 'stable' Arsenal

The Sport Matrix: Wednesday 15 May 2013

Goal rush boosts Arsenal – and sends Wigan down

Callum McManaman celebrates Wigan’s FA Cup victory on Saturday

Wigan winger Callum McManaman a doubt for England Under-21s

The player was stretchered off against Arsenal

Sir Michael Stoute has not saddled a Group One winner for nearly three years

Sir Michael Stoute needs Nauticus for Classic relaunch

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