For all the crisis talk, it hasn't been a bad fortnight for Arsenal. At half time against Villa, we were staring down the barrel of a fourth successive defeat, and an early exit from a competition that was beginning to open up thanks to some high profile ties that we had managed to avoid. Since then, we have seen actual mental strength (as opposed to the professed type that leaves us scratching our heads in disbelief) in that comeback win, a match against Bolton which, while frustrating from a result point of view, was a sharp improvement in performance on those that had come before, and a thumping seven goal win over a Blackburn side that inflicted perhaps our most painful defeat of the season back in September (yes, I count that 4-3 loss as worse than the United hammering).

Peace out, Ferg With racism in football very much in the spotlight at the moment, Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is preaching for peace on the streets... and he's doing gangsta poses with Falkirk striker Farid El Alagui to emphasise his point. The result is possibly the greatest photograph of all time.

As our 'Turmoil Week' draws to a close, we turn the spotlight westwards to Plymouth, arguably the most well-documented club in crisis over the past 18 months or so. Thankfully, the situation at Home Park now appears to be settling down but here season ticket holder Roger Willis takes a look back over an incredible few years, describing in detail the events that very nearly led to the Pilgrims' demise.

That's Jose after last night's Clasico, hanging out in the Camp Nou parking lot next to the referee's car. He's not waiting to tell him how much he enjoyed his performance or beg him for the maker of his cologne, I can tell you that much.

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While Landon Donovan has shined in the spotlight as the premier US men's soccer player, Clint Dempsey is quickly stealing the show, most recently with his hat trick against in... Read more »

Following SJ Maskell's torrid Pompey prologue of yesterday, the spotlight now falls on a second club beginning with P: the Valiants from Burslem in Staffordshire and a business that has fallen on decidedly hard times after punching above its weight for much of the nineties. We last heard from Tom Bourne in June; his coruscating post casting a light on troubling events at Vale Park.

Arsene Wenger might consider his namesake Andrew Wenger in his search for a full back. Wenger, a Duke University standout shows why he is the top pick in this year's MLS SuperDraft. He is listed as a defender/forward and you can see why. He has impressive ball skills, attacks down the flanks with speed, and finishes impressively.

Dom Kinnear - Combine Spotlight from Soccer By Ives on Vimeo.

A quick hit from Soccer By Ives. It's nice to hear Dom's voice discussing the MLS Combine, especially the part on the end where he talks about draft day trade possibilities. We all remember what happened last year, which makes so many MLS mock drafts have less predictive value than a Magic 8 Ball.

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Talksport: talkSPORT Transfer Spotlight: Liverpool and Man City target Nathan Redmond facts, stats and video

talkSPORT shine the transfer spotlight on Birmingham's exciting teenage superstar who's expected to move to the Premier League sooner rather than later...

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In this week's review of the footballing action, we congratulate Manchester City, wonder how long Ronaldo will be out after picking up a nasty illness and spotlight Liverpool's controversial defence of their banned Uruguayan striker, Suarez.

Luis Suarez is suspended as Liverpool take on Newcastle at Anfield today. Andy Carroll is the man with the massive spotlight on him, and at 9.1M and owned by just 2% of fantasy managers, is a 'funny feeling' contender in ... Continue reading →

talkSPORT Transfer Spotlight: Liverpool's young signing Jordan Ibe facts, stats and videos

Liverpool have pipped Man United and Chelsea to the signing of Jordan Ibe, so we see what all the fuss is about

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Well we've all been wondering what the Portland Timbers pre-season plans were and today they've been given a serious spotlight. Per the title of this article, the Timbers will host Chivas USA, San Jose Earthquakes and AIK (from Sweden's first division Allsvenskan) from February 27th-March 4th, about 1 week prior to First Kick 2012).

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From part-time football to the Premier League? It's the teenage Northern Irish star catching King Kenny's eye

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Will Suarez-Evra verdict help fight discrimination?

THE FA announced on Friday evening there was still no decision on the Suarez-Evra case, that it would be tomorrow at the earliest before the outcome would be made public and that Liverpool would have to go into a tenth competitive game with the allegations hanging over them and still no resolution.

Jordan Ibe signs for Liverpool from Wycombe

Liverpool have beaten off interest from Manchester United and Tottenham to sign Wycombe wonderkid Jordan Ibe, who burst into the spotlight by scoring a stunning goal against Sheffield Wednesday in October.

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Juan Mata will be under the spotlight tonight as he takes on Spanish counterpart David Silva. Both ex-teammates, will have the responsibility of creating and dictating the play for both sides tonight and Mata is keen to point out that although we respect Manchester City and the start they have made, we do not fear them.

Why I think there is an agenda against Luis Suarez

There does seem to be an agenda against Luis Suarez. It is even damaging Liverpool's season, such is the spotlight upon Suarez. Let's get it straight. The ­allegations that he racially abused Patrice Evra happened nine weeks ago.

Yes, referees make mistakes... but not as many as the managers and players who criticise them

Referees were in the spotlight again over the weekend. Decisions were analysed ad infinitum and accusations of incompetence leveled at the officials. And once again the argument for video technology – and the fragmented effect it will bring was put forward.

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Chelsea and Liverpool look set to fight it out for Chile's most wanted young striker

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Chelsea and Liverpool look set to fight it out for Chile's most wanted young striker

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Can Kenny Dalglish entice 'new Kaka' to Merseyside?

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Carlos Tevez's move to Italy seems to be gaining momentum with every new day. Just last week Tevez's agent Kia Joorabchian met with Milan Vice President Adriano Galliani for a dinner which many believe was a disguise to discuss the fate of the Argentine striker.

This is the second meeting between both players after their first meeting at Milan headquarters more than a week ago.

Clint Dempsey and Fulham own the Monday Premier League spotlight, welcoming Liverpool to Craven Cottage (3 p.m., ESPN2/ESPN3.com).

Fulham is in need of a result to get a bit more separation from the relegation zone and make its way toward a mid-table standing. Liverpool, meanwhile, will take to the field without central midfield stalwart Lucas for the first time since he suffered a season-ending knee injury.

NBC Sports Network's first commercial regarding the VERSUS rebranding effort.

Nice to see MLS get another spotlight even if it is the LA Galaxy.

It's tough seeing my club embroiled in such poor results. Looking back:

• ManU 3-1
  This one was an amazing game, Manchester edged it but there was so much to take away from our performance that the season looked bright.
• QPR 1-0
  The surprise.