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Morrison fined over tweet

West Ham midfielder Ravel Morrison has been fined £7,000 by the Football Association in response to a homophobic remark made on Twitter..

22 Feb 2012 18:17:00     

Fans' group looks to buy Rovers

Blackburn fans have launched a new share investment scheme in a bid to buy the club from owners Venky's..

22 Feb 2012 18:17:00     

Zenit want Arshavin on loan

Zenit St Petersburg claim they are in talks with Arsenal over a possible loan deal for Gunners forward Andrey Arshavin..

22 Feb 2012 18:17:00     

Taylor relieved after Tevez apology

Players' chief Gordon Taylor is relieved Carlos Tevez is patching up his relationship with Manchester City..

22 Feb 2012 17:47:00     

Pogba in line for United start against Ajax

Sir Alex Ferguson is ready to hand a first start to Paul Pogba as the Manchester United manager prepares to ring the changes for their Europa League return leg with Ajax on Thursday..

22 Feb 2012 17:46:56     

Olympic hopefuls Japan thrash Malaysia

Japan thrashed Malaysia 4-0 in their penultimate Olympic group qualifier Wednesday to keep alive their hopes of securing a place at the London Games..

22 Feb 2012 17:46:50     

McDermott commits to Royals

Reading manager Brian McDermott has signed a new three-and-a-half-year contract in a move which looks to have ended Wolves' chances of taking him to Molineux..

22 Feb 2012 16:47:04     

Eusebio leaves hospital after blood pressure scare

Legendary Portuguese striker Eusebio left a Lisbon hospital on Wednesday two days after being admitted for high blood pressure, according to a source from the city's Hospital da Luz..

22 Feb 2012 15:47:02     

Ferguson salutes Giggs as star eyes 900 games

Sir Alex Ferguson has paid a fresh tribute to Ryan Giggs as the Manchester United veteran edges towards yet another impressive landmark..

22 Feb 2012 15:47:02     

York City v Gateshead

York City are firmly committed to building upon their late weekend victory over Stockport County as former leaders Gateshead visit Bootham Crescent for a live televised clash (kick-off 7..

22 Feb 2012 15:39:40     

20 years of the Premier League

A breakdown of the Premier League since its inception in 1992, some of the best and most interesting stats in Premier League history..

22 Feb 2012 15:33:56     

Defoe upbeat over derby prospects

Tottenham striker Jermain Defoe is confident his team can complete their first north London derby double in almost 20 years this weekend..

22 Feb 2012 14:47:04     

AVB advised: Follow Fergie example

Under-fire Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas should learn from Manchester United counterpart Sir Alex Ferguson's handling of his senior players, according to former Blues assistant boss Ray Wilkins..

22 Feb 2012 14:47:04     

Rooney out with throat infection

Sir Alex Ferguson has confirmed Wayne Rooney will miss Manchester United's Europa League clash with Ajax on Thursday after picking up a throat infection..

22 Feb 2012 14:47:04     

India's new star-studded league postponed

A new football league in the Indian state of West Bengal featuring semi-retired world stars has been postponed after encountering "many problems", organisers said Wednesday without elaborating..

22 Feb 2012 14:16:50     

Derby V Leicester at Pride Park Stadium : Match Preview

Green to drop into defence Midfielder Paul Green will fill in at right-back once again when Derby host midlands rivals Leicester..

22 Feb 2012 14:01:21     

Cabaye ready for Magpies return

Newcastle midfielder Yohan Cabaye is champing at the bit to make his return against Wolves on Saturday after being out of action for nearly a month..

22 Feb 2012 13:47:00     

Gerrard to realise Wembley dream

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard is set to fulfil a boyhood dream on Sunday when he leads his side out at Wembley for the Carling Cup final..

22 Feb 2012 13:47:00     

Chelsea crisis not over, says Cech

Chelsea 'keeper Petr Cech said Wednesday his side's 3-1 Champions League defeat to Napoli was a sign the English Premier League side's crisis is far from over..

22 Feb 2012 13:16:49     

Benzema to undergo scans on groin injury

Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema will undergo scans on a suspected groin injury suffered in the 1-1 Champions League draw away to CSKA Moscow, the Spanish league leaders said Wednesday..

22 Feb 2012 12:47:01     

Defensive boost for Arsenal

Arsenal's defensive ranks could be boosted by the return of Carl Jenkinson for this weekend's north London derby against Tottenham..

22 Feb 2012 12:16:49     

Rooney misses training ahead of Ajax tie

Wayne Rooney was the only significant absentee from the open portion of training ahead of Manchester United's Europa League last-32 decider against Ajax at Old Trafford on Wednesday..

22 Feb 2012 11:46:58     

Wolves seek top-flight candidate

Wolves are set to revert to their original plan of seeking a manager with Barclays Premier League experience to replace the sacked Mick McCarthy, Press Association Sport understands..

22 Feb 2012 11:17:02     

Germany's Loew turns to youth for French clash

Germany coach Joachim Loew has responded to his mounting injury list by giving youth a chance in next Wednesday's Euro 2012 warm-up friendly against France..

22 Feb 2012 11:17:02     

Pogba in line for United start against Ajax

Sir Alex Ferguson is ready to hand a first start to Paul Pogba as the Manchester United manager prepares to ring the changes for their Europa League return leg with Ajax..

22 Feb 2012 11:17:02     

Chelsea and Arsenal tempted into Sturridge, Walcott swap

Chelsea will attempt to get Theo Walcott from Arsenal in exchange for Daniel Sturridge, according to The Sun..

22 Feb 2012 09:27:24     

West Ham failed with bids for Torres and Tevez

West Ham failed with January loan bids for strikers Fernando Torres and Carlos Tevez, according to co-chairman David Gold..

22 Feb 2012 09:26:54     

Whyte vows to step down at Rangers

Rangers owner Craig Whyte has vowed to step down as chairman once the club emerges from administration..

22 Feb 2012 09:16:58     

10-man Hammers surge back to the top

West Ham surged back to the top of the Championship as Sam Allardyce's 10-men thrashed Blackpool 4-1 despite playing without a specialist goalkeeper for most of the second half on Tuesday..

22 Feb 2012 08:56:13     

Cameron hosts anti-racism summit

David Cameron has vowed to stop football being dragged back into the 'bad old days of the past' ahead of a Downing Street summit aiming to tackle racism in the English game..

22 Feb 2012 08:46:58     

Wolves face battle for McDermott

Wolves are facing a battle to secure Reading's Brian McDermott as their new manager with the Royals poised to offer him a new lucrative contract, Press Association Sport understands..

22 Feb 2012 08:46:58     

Tevez closer to City return

Carlos Tevez could be a step nearer to pulling on a Manchester City shirt again after apologising 'sincerely and unreservedly' for his recent conduct..

22 Feb 2012 08:46:58     

Delph doubtful for season

Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish admits it is unlikely midfielder Fabian Delph will play again this season after suffering an ankle injury during his loan spell at Leeds..

22 Feb 2012 08:17:00     

Dublin backs Scholes for England

Former Manchester United star Dion Dublin is convinced Paul Scholes would be welcomed back into the England fold with open arms..

22 Feb 2012 08:17:00     

Terry faces lay-off

Andre Villas-Boas is hoping John Terry could return to action within a month but admitted the Chelsea captain could be out for up to six weeks..

22 Feb 2012 08:17:00     

Nasri maintains focus

Manchester City midfielder Samir Nasri has shut out thoughts of a possible Europa League final derby showdown with rivals Manchester United..

22 Feb 2012 08:17:00     

AVB: Speculation will continue

Andre Villas-Boas admitted speculation over his future would only intensify after Chelsea lurched to yet another defeat in that left them in danger of Champions League elimination..

22 Feb 2012 08:17:00     

Terry blow means defence must be 'reorganised'

The news that John Terry will likely be out for six weeks due to the need for exploratory knee surgery means Chelsea will have to reorganise their defence, admitted manager Andre Villas-Boas..

22 Feb 2012 03:16:48     

Porto aren't beaten yet, says Toure

Yaya Toure has warned his Manchester City team-mates that they still have work to do to reach the Europa League's last 16 stage..

22 Feb 2012 01:16:51     

Below-par Bayern out to avoid a slip in Basel

Bayern Munich face FC Basel on Wednesday in the Champions League's Round of the 16, first-leg tie, eager to avoid slipping on the same Swiss banana skin which toppled Manchester United..

22 Feb 2012 00:46:51     

Spiralling Inter seek second wind at Marseille

For Inter Milan, Wednesday's Champions League last 16 encounter with Marseille at Stade Velodrome represents an opportunity to rejuvenate a campaign that is unravelling at bewildering speed..

22 Feb 2012 00:46:51     

Lille out to distance Champions League rivals

Having stolen a march on their rivals for a Champions League place, Lille can close to within six points of Ligue 1 leaders Paris Saint-Germain if they win at bottom club Sochaux on Wednesday..

22 Feb 2012 00:46:51     

Inter Milan away at Marseille - Follow LIVE text commentary

Inter Milan away at Marseille Follow all the action as Inter Milan travel away to Marseille in the UEFA Champions League on 22-Feb-2012..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:59     

Marseille V Inter Milan - Follow LIVE text commentary

Marseille V Inter Milan Follow every kick as Marseille take on Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League on 22-Feb-2012, kick off time 19:45 ..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:59     

Bayern Munich away at FC Basel - Follow LIVE text commentary

Bayern Munich away at FC Basel Follow all the action as Bayern Munich travel away to FC Basel in the UEFA Champions League on 22-Feb-2012..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:59     

FC Basel V Bayern Munich - Follow LIVE text commentary

FC Basel V Bayern Munich Follow every kick as FC Basel take on Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League on 22-Feb-2012, kick off time 19:45 ..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:59     

Dunfermline Athletic away at Celtic - Follow LIVE text commentary

Dunfermline Athletic away at Celtic Follow all the action as Dunfermline Athletic travel away to Celtic at Celtic Park in the Scottish Premier on 22-Feb-2012..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:59     

Celtic V Dunfermline Athletic - Follow LIVE text commentary

Celtic V Dunfermline Athletic Follow every kick as Celtic take on Dunfermline Athletic at Celtic Park in the Scottish Premier on 22-Feb-2012, kick off time 19:45 ..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:59     

Stevenage Borough away at Notts County - Follow LIVE text commentary

Stevenage Borough away at Notts County Follow all the action as Stevenage Borough travel away to Notts County at Meadow Lane in the Football League One on 22-Feb-2012..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:58     

Notts County V Stevenage Borough - Follow LIVE text commentary

Notts County V Stevenage Borough Follow every kick as Notts County take on Stevenage Borough at Meadow Lane in the Football League One on 22-Feb-2012, kick off time 19:45 ..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:58     

Brighton and Hove Albion away at Hull City - Follow LIVE text commentary

Brighton and Hove Albion away at Hull City Follow all the action as Brighton and Hove Albion travel away to Hull City at Kingston Communications Stadium in the Football League Championship on 22-Feb-2012..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:58     

Hull City V Brighton and Hove Albion - Follow LIVE text commentary

Hull City V Brighton and Hove Albion Follow every kick as Hull City take on Brighton and Hove Albion at Kingston Communications Stadium in the Football League Championship on 22-Feb-2012, kick off time 19:45 ..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:58     

Morecambe away at Crawley Town - Follow LIVE text commentary

Morecambe away at Crawley Town Follow all the action as Morecambe travel away to Crawley Town at Broadfield Stadium in the Football League Two on 22-Feb-2012..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:58     

Crawley Town V Morecambe - Follow LIVE text commentary

Crawley Town V Morecambe Follow every kick as Crawley Town take on Morecambe at Broadfield Stadium in the Football League Two on 22-Feb-2012, kick off time 19:45 ..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:58     

Forfar Athletic away at Arbroath - Follow LIVE text commentary

Forfar Athletic away at Arbroath Follow all the action as Forfar Athletic travel away to Arbroath at Gayfield Park in the Scottish Division 2 on 22-Feb-2012..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:58     

Arbroath V Forfar Athletic - Follow LIVE text commentary

Arbroath V Forfar Athletic Follow every kick as Arbroath take on Forfar Athletic at Gayfield Park in the Scottish Division 2 on 22-Feb-2012, kick off time 19:45 ..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:58     

Hibernian away at Motherwell - Follow LIVE text commentary

Hibernian away at Motherwell Follow all the action as Hibernian travel away to Motherwell at Fir Park Stadium in the Scottish Premier on 22-Feb-2012..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:58     

Motherwell V Hibernian - Follow LIVE text commentary

Motherwell V Hibernian Follow every kick as Motherwell take on Hibernian at Fir Park Stadium in the Scottish Premier on 22-Feb-2012, kick off time 19:45 ..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:58     

Gateshead away at York City - Follow LIVE text commentary

Gateshead away at York City Follow all the action as Gateshead travel away to York City at Bootham Crescent in the Blue Square Premier on 22-Feb-2012..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:57     

York City V Gateshead - Follow LIVE text commentary

York City V Gateshead Follow every kick as York City take on Gateshead at Bootham Crescent in the Blue Square Premier on 22-Feb-2012, kick off time 19:30 ..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:57     

FC Porto away at Manchester City - Follow LIVE text commentary

FC Porto away at Manchester City Follow all the action as FC Porto travel away to Manchester City in the UEFA Europa League on 22-Feb-2012..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:57     

Manchester City V FC Porto - Follow LIVE text commentary

Manchester City V FC Porto Follow every kick as Manchester City take on FC Porto in the UEFA Europa League on 22-Feb-2012, kick off time 17:00 ..

22 Feb 2012 00:09:57     

Tevez: I'm sorry

Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez has apologised 'sincerely and unreservedly' for his conduct in recent months..

21 Feb 2012 23:46:10     

Blues have it all to do

Chelsea lurched to a 3-1 defeat on Tuesday night to leave them in real danger of crashing out of the Champions League against Napoli..

21 Feb 2012 23:46:00