Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge, who sustained a fairly severe ankle injury at training prior to Sunday's clash with Hull City, was hoping to be back in action as soon as possible.
Keeping the faith. I'm pushing myself to be better than before the injury. God willing a quick recovery and I'll be back playing soon! #love
— Daniel Sturridge (@D_Sturridge) December 2, 2013
I'm gutted right now man, keeping it real. Thanks for all the kind words. To all my fans thanks for the support. Means a lot to me. Daniel
— Daniel Sturridge (@D_Sturridge) December 2, 2013
Gary Cahill revelled in his goal in Chelsea's 3-1 come-from-behind win over Southampton on Sunday.
Great turn around yesterday! Thanks for all your support as always. Delighted to get on the score sheet too. #CFCpic.twitter.com/RJ2nhd2xUL
— Gary Cahill (@GaryJCahill) December 2, 2013
Ashley Young paid tribute to Manchester United teammate Ryan Giggs who turned 40 on Friday.
Happy birthday to a true legend - Giggsy 40 !! pic.twitter.com/iTCyve1QPn
— Ashley Young (@youngy18) November 29, 2013
West Ham United young gun Ravel Morrison sent his best to the family of Fast & Furious star Paul Walker who tragically died in California on Saturday.
R.i.p Paul Walker god bless so sad to hear great actor massive fan my heart goes to his family x
— ra'vel (@morrisonravel) December 1, 2013
As did Manchester City's Fernandinho
I just woke up and saw that Paul Walker died in a tragic car accident.
God comfort his family at this sad time.
— Fernandinho (@fernaoficial) December 1, 2013
Everton defender John Heitinga was also shocked by the sudden loss.
RIP Paul Walker, many of us grew up watching you, those who did won't forget you, our thoughts r with your family pic.twitter.com/ZMjX6ezbOh
— John Heitinga (@Johnheitinga) December 1, 2013
Schalke and USA midfielder Jermaine Jones was snapped in his sleep with one of his children by wife Sarah.
The power sleep for 2moro #peacefulrest#secretphotographer@sarahjoneslifehttp://t.co/AJHjiz5pH0
— Jermaine Jones (@Jermainejunior) December 2, 2013
James McCarthy was thrilled after Everton beat Stoke City on Saturday before tuning in to see Tony Bellew take on Adonis Stevenson in the WBC light-heavyweight title fight but the Liverpool-born man known as 'Bomber' was unsuccessful in his quest.
Great result today! Brilliant team performance! Fans class as usual! Hopefully top it of with @TonyBellew winning the belt! #BOMBER#COYB
— James McCarthy (@JMcCarthy_16) December 1, 2013
Real Madrid superstar Cristiano Ronaldo was enjoying being back home in Portugal.
Enjoyable dinner with family and friends in Madeira. pic.twitter.com/ZCDBMTPfjd
— Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) December 3, 2013
adidas launched the 'Brazuca' ball which will be used at the 2014 World Cup.
I'm @brazuca, match ball of the 2014 FIFA #WorldCup. Yes I'm a ball. Yes I'm tweeting. Join me on my journey! #ballinpic.twitter.com/KerKWgFdez
— brazuca (@brazuca) December 3, 2013
As Sunderland and USA striker Jozy Altidore got up close and personal with the new ball.
Love the new @adidassoccer@brazuca match ball for the #WorldCup ... #Brazil#TeamAdidaspic.twitter.com/XLIBOUWfJV
— Jozy Altidore (@JozyAltidore) December 3, 2013
Meanwhile, QPR's Joey Barton was quick to play down links with Sunderland especially considering his Newcastle United past.
Me to 5under1and? Somehow I just don't think so. I value the time I spent at NUFC.
— Joseph Barton (@Joey7Barton) December 2, 2013
I value the relationship I have with the toon army to this day. I could never play for the Mackems. It wouldn't be right.
— Joseph Barton (@Joey7Barton) December 2, 2013
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