FIFA have blocked the golden opportunity to see the workings of goal line technology after vetoing its use at this weekend’s Emirates Cup. It is a decision that leaves everyone in the game bemused and a sign that the governing body is set to turn a blind eye to progress once again.

In the papers this morning there have been a mixed bag of stories that include Beckham being sick at England’s failed World Cup bid; Petr Cech questions the hiring and firing at Chelsea, while Tottenham put a £9m fee on Peter Crouch’s head.

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Beckham ‘sick’ over failed bid – FFC

Barton rules out United move – FFC

Given tips Ireland revival – FFC

Wenger wants action on tapping up – FFC

De Jong: Balotelli must change his ways – Guardian

Cech questions Abramovich's hiring and firing - Independent

Wenger foiled by goal camera ban as FIFA rules out technology at Emirates Cup – Daily Mail

Ferguson admits United are unlikely to make more signings – Guardian

He's yours for £9m! Spurs willing to let Crouch leave in latest reshuffle – Daily Mail

McCarthy warning for 'twits who tweet' - Guardian

Pardew unimpressed with Enrique Twitter rant - Independent

Aguero set to complete £40m Man City switch tomorrow – Mirror

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