The turnover of clubs on Hossam Mido's CV doesn't look set to immobilise anytime in the near future as the Egyptian striker has engineered a career U-turn back to his boyhood club of Zamalek on a season-long loan.
Every ounce of promise exhibited by the 26-year-old has been eclipsed by a negligent tendency to become embroiled in off-field antics, and this coupled with a fiery temperament has been a major source of aggravation for his endless list of employers.

Last year's surprise package. A team with Paintsil and Konchesky at the full back spots with a better defensive record than all but the top clubs. Now THAT'S a surprise! A lot of the credit for that has to go to Schwarzer who was surely the signing of the season last year. Not only did he solidify Fulham and take them into Europe but Boro's lack of an adequate replacement doomed them to relegation.

So says the MEN:

STEVIE Ireland has added to City's injury woes as they gear up for the big Manchester derby next weekend.
The midfielder limped off with an ankle injury during the Blues' 4-2 win over Arsenal and is already a doubt, along with Carlos Tevez.
Robinho has already been ruled out after it was revealed he has a stress fracture just above his ankle.

"Yes! It's a 2-for-1 deal on Red Bull & vodkas! Fill yer boots lads.."

Shock and awe in today's Sun at the behaviour of Tottenham's players:

"TOTTENHAM'S senior players have heaped shame on the club by organising a secret Christmas party in Dublin behind the back of manager Harry Redknapp.

What is the FAI chief, John Delaney smoking?

Thirty three teams for the World Cup? The Republic of Ireland has requested Sepp Blatter for a spot in the World Cup after Thierry Henry's illegal hand decided France would go through.

This matter will be brought up for discussion in the executive committee meeting on Wednesday.