Some will try to frame Miliband’s proposals on union contributions as a betrayal, but diluting power is all to the good The current condition of the Labour party does not exactly suggest sunlit uplands and boundless confidence. No sooner had the budget opened up a pleasing poll lead over the Tories, than the resurrection of George Galloway sparked some very unsettling questions: most pointedly …

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Ed Miliband's bold donations cap is a glimmer of hope for Labour | John Harris

Dominic Ramirez: “I look forward to Nagbe’s development and progress, in skill and in confidence.”

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Portland Timbers fan of the day: Dominic Ramirez

“The fans know he needs their support, his confidence needs boosting. I’m sure he will repay that support for years to come.”

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Manchester United's Michael Owen, Sir Alex Ferguson backs keeper de Gea

Martin O’Neill says his side were “always in the game” despite losing 1-0 at Tottenham. O’Neill says “fine margins” were the deciding factor and is pleased with the confidence his side showed in trying to get back into the match.

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O’Neill praises Sunderland effort

FC Bayern Munich took on Koeln and beat them for the first time at the Allianz Arena. They produced a performance which will give them plenty of confidence for upcoming matches. Franck Ribery’s temper flares quite often. But this time his temper cost him a spot in a Champions League final, which his team went on to lose. With about 33 minutes played on the clock, Ribery lost his cool. Koeln was …

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FC Bayern: Review of Match Against Koeln and Preview of Cup Tie Against Bochum

The Portland Timbers did not select any players in the December 12 MLS Re-Entry draft, electing not to select any of the listed offerings or possibly re-acquire four players they had waived last month. While I have confidence in the Timbers organization to make the right selections, I’m hopeful those signings are announced sooner than later with just 5 short weeks until the opening of the 2012 …

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Portland Timbers remain quiet for second portion of MLS Re-Entry draft as they make no selections