The Offside Daily – Manchester City star reacts to twitter racism, Liverpool boss backs Real Madrid selection and Arsenal defending criticised

10 of the biggest football stories of the day:

1. Yaya Toure has called the abuse he received after reactivating his twitter account “disgraceful.”

2. AFC Bournemouth now sit atop of the Championship table after a 2-0 win over Sheffield Wednesday.

3. Brendan Rodgers has hit back at critics over his team selection, describing them as “not being managers.”

4. Protesters have targeted Sepp Blatter’s latest public appearance, having to be dispersed by riot police.

5. Arsene Wenger has criticised Arsenal’s defending after they blew a 3 goal lead against Anderlecht.

6. Former Brazil striker Adriano has been accused of aiding drug dealers. (Guardian)

7. 55 year old former Wales international Mark Aizlewood could be forced to name himself on the bench for Carmarthen Town this weekend due to a player shortage. (BBC Sport)

8. Petr Cech has showcased some hidden skills on twitter. (Twitter)

9. Nacer Chadli has posed naked for a calendar to raise awareness for male cancer. (London Evening Standard)

10. Galatasaray players have pleaded with their fans to tone down their use of flares after play was briefly stopped last night. (BBC Sport)

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