It is not uncommon for matches to be called off due to bad weather, but every so often, slightly more unusual factors arise, as FIFA.com recalls.

Greek champions Olympiacos Piraeus have signed Congo DR national team striker Lomana Tresos LuaLua for the rest of the season.

Bayern Munich and Roma have confirmed that they have reached an agreement for Luca Toni to join the Italian giants on loan until June 2010.

Arsenal have been boosted by the news that France midfielder Abou Diaby has signed a new, extended contract to keep him at the Emirates.

Royston Drenthe has suffered some adversity in his time at Real Madrid, but the 22-year-old Dutchman is primed for a fresh start in 2010.

Sir Alex Ferguson has revealed that John O'Shea is showing "no signs" of recovering from the thigh injury he picked up while on international duty.

Bundesliga outfit Mainz have revealed that they are on the verge of signing USA youth international Jared Jeffrey from Belgian side Club Brugge.

FIFA.com pays tribute to some of the influential figures who passed on this year having given so much to the beautiful game during their lives.

Ghana legend Anthony Baffoe speaks to FIFA.com about the progress being made in Africa and his hopes for a massive year in the Mother Continent.

Australia defensive veteran Craig Moore has parted company with A-League club Brisbane Roar following the arrival of coach Ange Postecoglou.