Arsenal came from behind to beat Fulham 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium. An early mistake by Jens Lehman handed David Healy an easy chance to score for Fulham. Robin van Persie levelled from the penalty spot after 82 minutes and Alexander Hleb scored in the 90th minute.
Liverpool have been handed a tough draw against Toulouse in the third qualifying round of the UEFA Champions League.
Arsenal have been drawn against Sparta Prague of the Czech Republic for a place in the knockout stages.
Rangers will play the winners of Crvena Zvezda v Levadia Tallinn, should they beat FK Zeta, while Celtic will face a tough task against Spartak Moscow.
William Gallas has admitted that he would make him ‘very proud’ if he was to be named as the new captain of Arsenal.
Following Thierry Henry’s departure to Barcelona, the Gunners need a new captain for the new season and Gallas’ name has been mentioned along with Gilberto Silva and Kolo Toure.
Obafemi Martins is ready to sign a new deal at Newcastle United.
The Nigerian international striker has revealed that he is currently in talks with the new contract said to not include any release-clauses, like his current deal
Martins has been heavily linked with a move to Arsenal, but the 22-year-old is only focused on scoring goals for the Toon.
