McClaren's FC Twente clash with Arsenal

0 Comments | AFP, August, 2008

PARIS (AFP) — Former England manager Steve McClaren's new Dutch side FC Twente will play Arsenal in the Champions League third qualifying round later this month.

McClaren, who was sacked from the England job after England's failure to qualify for Euro 2008, took over at FC Twente in June on a two year deal.

The 47-year-old's club are making their Champions League debuts after defeating Ajax in a play-off last season.

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