Kettering await points decision

Kettering Town say they have made payments to football creditors and players in a bid to avoid a three-point deduction.
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Chamberlain backed for Euro 2012

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger believes Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's current form is good enough to make England's Euro 2012 squad.
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Vale hit by winding-up petition

Port Vale are served with a winding-up petition by HM Revenue & Customs over an unpaid tax bill.
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Agustien hit by ankle injury blow

Swansea City midfielder Kemy Agustien is expected to miss up to five weeks after having ankle surgery.
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VIDEO: Capello wished me well - Pearce

England caretaker manager Stuart Pearce reveals he has been in contact with Fabio Capello in the run-up to Wednesday's friendly against the Netherlands at Wembley.
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Newcastle striker denies assault

Newcastle United footballer Nile Ranger appears in court to deny assaulting two revellers and two police officers during a night out.
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Blackburn protest 'biggest yet'

A section of Blackburn Rovers fans plans their biggest protest yet ahead of Saturday's Premier League game with Aston Villa.
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VIDEO: Savage 'surprised' by captain Parker

Robbie Savage expresses his "surprise" that Scott Parker has been named as England captain by Stuart Pearce for Wednesday's friendly against the Netherlands.
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VIDEO: Uncertainty not affecting squad - Hart

England goalkeeper Joe Hart says that neither he or the squad have let the recent departure of manager Fabio Capello and the removal of John Terry as captain affect them adversely.
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Scots can take inspiration from Slovenia

Slovenia prove that size doesn't matter when it comes to qualifying for major finals
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Parker chosen as England captain

Tottenham midfielder Scott Parker will captain England against the Netherlands at Wembley on Wednesday, BBC Sport understands.
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Mulgrew handed debut in Slovenia

Celtic defender Charlie Mulgrew will win his first Scotland cap after Craig Levein names his side to face Slovenia.
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VIDEO: Speed would want us to win - Coleman

Manager Chris Coleman and captain Aaron Ramsey talk about the difficult build-up to Wales' friendly against Costa Rica - their first match since the death of former boss Gary Speed in November 2011.
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Swindon 2-0 Burton

Paul Benson gets the clincher as leaders Swindon move eight points clear of fourth by beating Burton - their 10th straight League Two win.
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Chesterfield 0-4 Charlton

Bradley Wright-Phillips hits a hat-trick as Charlton go 13 points clear at the top of League One with victory at Chesterfield.
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England defeat Finland in opener

Kelly Smith strikes twice from the penalty spot as England open their Cyprus Cup campaign with a win against Finland in Nicosia.
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Gillingham 5-4 Hereford

Gavin Tomlin scores an injury-time winner as Gillingham beat Hereford in a remarkable game.
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Wales to approach defender Turner

Chris Coleman tells Ben Turner to expect a call to check if the Cardiff City defender wants to commit to Wales.
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Majstorovic ruled out for season

Celtic's Daniel Majstorovic will miss the rest of the season after rupturing his cruciate ligament with Sweden.
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'No talks with Capello successor'

Adrian Bevington says the Football Association has not spoken to anybody about replacing Fabio Capello.
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Davis named new N Ireland captain

Steven Davis is handed the Northern Ireland captaincy ahead of Wednesday's friendly with Norway.
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VIDEO: Tevez returns to training with City

Carlos Tevez has pulled on a Manchester City shirt for the first time in five months.
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Stark eyes rare double over Dutch

Billy Stark says another win over the Dutch would be particularly significant for Scotland's Under-21s.
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Aston Villa announce £53.9m loss

Premier League club's spending of £12m to change management team contributes to increased losses for year ending May 2011.
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Levein aims to displace Slovenia

Craig Levein sees Slovenia as a model for Scotland as they look to win in Koper and become a successful small nation.
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Donegal Celtic 0-1 Glentoran

Glentoran boss Eddie Patterson starts his reign with a 1-0 victory over 10-man Donegal Celtic at Suffolk Road.
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Spurs game crucial, says Ferguson

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson believes that Sunday's Premier League trip to Tottenham could define their season.
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VIDEO: Comeback goal 'emotional' - Campbell

Sunderland striker Fraizer Campbell tells BBC Late Kick Off of his delight and emotion after scoring an equaliser for the club on returning after an 18-month lay-off.
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VIDEO: Cardiff 2-2 Liverpool (2-3 pens)

Liverpool win the Carling Cup after a penalty shoot-out at Wembley, at the expense of Championship side Cardiff, after the match finished 1-1 after 90 minutes, and 2-2 after extra-time. (UK users only)
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Deal agreed to cut internationals

European clubs and Uefa agree to changes which will reduce the number of international matches played each year.
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Villas-Boas fears for his future

Andre Villas-Boas fears for his Chelsea future after admitting he does not know if he has Roman Abramovich's full support.
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VIDEO: Levein content with Scotland squad

Scotland manager Craig Levein speaks to BBC Scotland's Chris McLaughlin ahead of the international friendly in Slovenia and says that although he's had some call-offs, he is content with the depth of his squad.
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Majstorovic ruled out for season

Celtic defender Daniel Majstorovic will miss the remainder of the season after rupturing his cruciate ligament.
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VIDEO: Focus Forum - Clark on Huddersfield

On this week's Focus Forum Dan Walker is joined by former Huddersfield manager Lee Clark, who was sacked by the club earlier this month.
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Lescott called into England squad

Joleon Lescott is drafted into the England squad for Wednesday's friendly against the Netherlands after Glen Johnson withdraws.
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Tevez makes City reserve return

Carlos Tevez back in a Man City shirt after a five-month absence in a reserve match behind closed doors on Tuesday.
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Parker is England Player of Year

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Scott Parker is voted England Player of the Year for 2011 in an online poll by fans.
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Patterson prepares for DC test

Eddie Patterson will take charge of Glentoran for the first time in Tuesday night's Premiership game against Donegal Celtic.
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Why defeat does not matter against the Dutch

Alan Shearer on why individual performances are more important than the result against the Netherlands
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Campbell reaps England rewards

Sunderland striker Fraizer Campbell reflects on his dramatic rise to the England squad following his comeback from injury.
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Man Utd make ticket plea to Uefa

Manchester United plan talks with Uefa over the cost of tickets for their Europa League tie at Athletic Bilbao on 15 March.
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VIDEO: Kelly Jones sings Gary Speed tribute

Stereophonics frontman sings an Andy Williams classic
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Davis named new N Ireland captain

Rangers midfielder Steven Davis is handed the Northern Ireland captaincy ahead of Wednesday's friendly with Norway at Windsor Park.
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Hansen expecting Mackay suitors

Former Liverpool captain Alan Hansen says Cardiff City manager Malky Mackay is likely to be targeted by Premier League clubs.
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New England football kit revealed

The new England football kit has been revealed, despite the last one being used only eight times.
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Trio return to Republic line-up

Shane Long, Aiden McGeady and Darren O'Dea are back in the Republic of Ireland team to face the Czech Republic.
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Pearce waits to name new captain

Caretaker boss Stuart Pearce will wait until Wednesday before naming the England captain for the Netherlands game.
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Mackail-Smith to start for Scots

Bristol City full-back Richard Foster is called up to the Scotland squad for Wednesday's friendly in Slovenia.
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Bellamy leads Wales in Speed game

Craig Bellamy will lead Wales in Wednesday's Gary Speed memorial game against Costa Rica in Cardiff.
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Wales U21 v Andorra U21 (Wed)

Team news and preview of Wednesday's Uefa Championship Qualifying Group Three match at The Racecourse Ground.
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Shrewsbury Town 2-1 Crawley Town

John Akinde's goal proves in vain as Shrewsbury beat Crawley to lift themselves back into the League Two top three.
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Bent ruled out for three months

Villa's England striker Darren Bent is not expected to play again this season after being ruled out for up to three months.
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Broken eye socket for McAusland

St Mirren reveal that defender Marc McAusland suffered a fractured eye socket against Aberdeen.
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Holt plays down England prospects

Norwich striker Grant Holt is not expecting an England call-up despite hitting double figures in his first Premier League season.
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VIDEO: MOTD3 - The phenomenal Ryan Giggs

Colin Murray is joined by Lee Dixon, Blackburn goalkeeper Paul Robinson, and Newcastle manager Alan Pardew to review the weekend's action in the Premier League, including Ryan Giggs' 900th appearance for Manchester United.
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Scots U21 respite for Ibrox trio

Scotland Under-21 boss Billy Stark hopes Wednesday's European qualifier against the Netherlands will boost the three Rangers players in his squad.
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Downing backs Gerrard captaincy

Stewart Downing believes Liverpool team-mate Steven Gerrard is the perfect candidate for the England captaincy.
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Scotland hit by squad withdrawals

Matt Phillips and Phil Bardsley withdraw from the Scotland squad for the friendly against Slovenia.
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Macheda charged by FA for Tweet

Manchester United's Federico Macheda, Newcastle United's Nile Ranger and Walsall's Manny Smith have been charged by the FA for homophobic comments made on Twitter.
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Mackay asks Scots to spare Miller

Malky Mackay hopes Scotland will use tired Cardiff striker Kenny Miller sparingly against Slovenia.
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VIDEO: Archive - Euro '96: Eng 4-1 Neth

Ahead of Wednesday's Wembley clash, we look back at Terry Venables's England thrashing Guus Hiddink's Netherlands side to win their group in Euro 96 as Alan Shearer and Teddy Sheringham each score twice.
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McClean set for Republic chance

Sunderland's James McClean looks certain to make his Republic of Ireland debut in Wednesday's friendly against the Czech Republic.
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Villas-Boas targets Porto's Hulk

Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas hints that Porto striker Hulk could be one of his top summer transfer targets.
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McGregor focus on Scotland duty

Allan McGregor turns his attention from Rangers' financial plight to Scotland's friendly against Slovenia.
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Arsenal profit from player sales

Arsenal report a huge rise in half-year profits to £49.5m, following the sale of some key players such as Fabregas and Nasri.
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Walker joins England injury list

Tottenham's Kyle Walker is the latest player to withdraw from the England squad for Wednesday's friendly with the Netherlands.
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VIDEO: Archive - Marco van Basten - Euro 88

Marco van Basten is the star of the Netherlands side that claims victory in the 1988 European Championships in Germany.
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AUDIO: Mitchell defends half-time visit

Bournemouth chairman Eddie Mitchell tells BBC Radio Solent that he defends the half-time changing room visit by himself and the wife of Russian co-owner Maxim Demin, and apologises for swearing on BBC Radio 5 live after the game.
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Mahamadou Diarra to join Fulham

Former Real Madrid midfielder Mahamadou Diarra is to join Fulham until the end of the season.
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We need unity, says Arsenal chief

Arsenal chief executive Ivan Gazidis insists the Gunners will qualify for the Champions League this season providing the club stays united.
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Rangers fined £50,000 over Whyte

Rangers are fined £50,000 for failing to disclose owner Craig Whyte had been previously disqualified as a director.
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Hudson prepared for Premier push

Cardiff City captain Mark Hudson is ready to refocus on the club's Championship campaign after running Liverpool close in the Carling Cup final.
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Ramsey will miss Speed memorial

Wales captain Aaron Ramsey will miss the Gary Speed Memorial friendly with Costa Rica on Wednesday.
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Low-key reserve return for Tevez

Carlos Tevez is poised to return after a five-month absence in a reserve match behind closed doors on Tuesday.
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Arsenal are still alive - Wenger

Arsene Wenger claims Arsenal are "alive more than anybody thought" after their crushing 5-2 win over Tottenham.
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VIDEO: League One in 90 seconds

All the best goals from Saturday's League One action including Michael Morrison's opener for Charlton against Stevenage where they went on to win 2-0 and extend their lead at the top of League One. (UK users only)
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VIDEO: Giggs relieved to get winner

Ryan Giggs said he felt a mixture of "joy and relief" after scoring the winner against Norwich.
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Garth Crooks's team of the week

Do you agree with our football expert's side this week?
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Cardiff City take pride in brave defeat

Cardiff City supporters can reflect on their side's Carling Cup final performance with a sense of pride
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VIDEO: Gerrard has mixed emotions despite win

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard says he has mixed emotions after Liverpool beat Cardiff on penalties to win the Carling Cup final at Wembley.
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Feeney & Cathcart out of NI squad

Warren Feeney and Craig Cathcart are ruled out of Northern Ireland's friendly against Norway on Wednesday because of injury.
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Cup win first of many - Dalglish

Manager Kenny Dalglish is confident his side can build on their Carling Cup final victory over Cardiff and win more trophies.
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Reds desperate for trophy - Kuyt

Dirk Kuyt says Liverpool were 'desperate' to win their first trophy since 2006 after their dramatic Carling Cup final victory over Cardiff City.
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VIDEO: Win helps Pulis shrug off selection debate

Stoke manager Tony Pulis praises his side's hard-working performance in the 2-0 win over Swansea and admits his players have been tired at times after their European campaign.
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VIDEO: Lambert shrugs off plaudits after loss

Paul Lambert says while it's very nice to be praised for their performance, he is gutted for the players and fans after losing to a last-minute goal against Manchester United. Lambert says Ryan Giggs's goal on his 900th appearance for United is a "fantastic achievement from a fabulous player".
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VIDEO: Redknapp unhappy with Spurs defending

Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp says the standard of his side's defending in the 5-2 defeat by Arsenal was "disappointing" and "unlike us". Spurs had led 2-0 after 34 minutes, but Redknapp says he could already see signs that his team were being opened up too easily.
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Bent set for injured ankle scan

Aston Villa striker Darren Bent is to have a scan on Monday on suspected ankle ligament damage.
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VIDEO: Cardiff lost with dignity - Mackay

Cardiff manager Malky Mackay says he is very proud of his team following their loss on penalties to Liverpool in the Carling Cup final at Wembley.
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VIDEO: Ferguson hails 'amazing' Giggs

Sir Alex Ferguson hails Ryan Giggs as "an amazing man" after his late goal gave Manchester United a 2-1 win over Norwich in his 900th game for the club. Ferguson believes Norwich "played the better football" but his side should have capitalised on their lead in the first half.
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McArthur receives Scotland call

Wigan midfielder James McArthur is brought into Scotland's squad to face Slovenia on Wednesday.
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VIDEO: Wenger feared for players at 2-0 down

Arsene Wenger admits he feared for his Arsenal players' morale when they "unjustly" fell 2-0 behind against Tottenham, and praises the spirit they showed in coming back to win 5-2.
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VIDEO: Dalglish gives credit to Cardiff

Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish is delighted after winning the Carling Cup in a penalty shoot-out after a 2-2 draw with Cardiff at Wembley.
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VIDEO: Championship in 90 seconds

All the best goals from Saturday's Championship action including Rickie Lambert's second for Southampton at Watford, where his hat trick helped put them top of the table. (UK users only)
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VIDEO: Rodgers not blaming keeper switch

Swansea manager Brendan Rodgers says some disappointing defending was to blame for the goals conceded in their 2-0 defeat by Stoke.
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Cardiff 2-2 Liverpool (Liverpool win 3-2 on penalties)

After a 2-2 draw, Liverpool win 3-2 on penalties to see off Cardiff and win a thrilling Carling Cup final at Wembley.
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VIDEO: League Two in 90 seconds

The best of Saturday's League Two action including Paul Benson's second for Swindon, helping the table-toppers secure a club record ninth successive league win and victory over Accrington Stanley. (UK users only)
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Balotelli dropped by Italy coach

Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli has been dropped by Italy coach Cesare Prandelli for his "agitated" behaviour on the pitch.
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VIDEO: Inverness CT 1-4 Rangers

Rangers put their administration woes behind them with a fine performance in Inverness as BBC Scotland's Alasdair Lamont describes the Scottish Premier League action (UK only).
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Mackay a proud man despite defeat

Cardiff City boss Malky Mackay speaks of his pride despite his side losing the Carling Cup final to Liverpool on penalties.
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McCoist proud of threatened side

Rangers manager Ally McCoist is delighted with the 4-1 win over Inverness as his staff await news of their jobs.
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Arsenal are still alive - Wenger

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger claims Arsenal are "alive more than anybody thought" after their crushing win over Tottenham in the north London derby.
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Giggs record amazing - Ferguson

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson believes Ryan Giggs's record haul of 900 appearances for the club will never be beaten.
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Bournemouth chairman in radio row

Bournemouth chairman Eddie Mitchell is involved in a row on BBC Radio 5 live after his side's 1-0 defeat by Milton Keynes Dons.
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Fans delayed after train derails

A derailment forces the cancellation of trains from Liverpool to Crewe, disrupting Carling Cup Final fans travelling to Wembley.
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Sheffield Wed 1-0 Sheffield Utd

Sheffield Wednesday end a poor run of form as they beat Sheffield United to stay in touch with their city rivals near the top of League One.
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Man City 3-0 Blackburn

Manchester City extend their lead at the top of the Premier League to five points after defeating Blackburn 3-0.
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Cardiff 2-2 Liverpool (Liverpool win 3-2 on penalties)

Liverpool win 3-2 on penalties to see off Cardiff and win a thrilling Carling Cup final at Wembley.
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Norwich 1-2 Man Utd

Ryan Giggs marks his 900th appearance for Manchester United with a dramatic winner as his team defeat Norwich 2-1.
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Stoke 2-0 Swansea

Headed goals from Matthew Upson and Peter Crouch give Stoke City a much-needed home win over Swansea City.
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England omission surprises Lennon

Neil Lennon is disappointed that England caretaker Stuart Pearce has not called up Gary Hooper or Fraser Forster.
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Lampard admits manager 'issues'

Frank Lampard admits his relationship with Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas has "not been ideal".
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Youth vital for England - Pearce

England caretaker manager Stuart Pearce says putting more faith in young players is essential for England's football future.
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Angry Butcher threatens changes

Inverness boss Terry Butcher fumes at his players after the 4-1 loss to Rangers and threatens changes.
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McCall focus remains third spot

Motherwell boss Stuart McCall is still focussed on third palce despite moving closer to Rangers.
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Rooney, Cleverley out for England

Wayne Rooney and Tom Cleverley are ruled out of England's friendly against the Netherlands on Wednesday through illness and injury.
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VIDEO: Match of the Day Live - Cardiff v Liverpool

Coverage of the Carling Cup final between Cardiff City and Liverpool at Wembley Stadium. (UK users only)
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Midweek D-day for Rangers players

Rangers' players and other staff will receive a midweek announcement about their futures from administrators.
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VIDEO: Di Canio's Swindon on the rise

Paolo di Canio's Swindon sit atop League Two after a ninth straight league victory. The Football League Show's Mark Clemmitt visits the County Ground to look at the colourful Italian's incident-packed first season as a manager. (UK users only)
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Ryan Giggs hits new milestone

The career highlights of Ryan Giggs as he clocks up 900 games for Manchester United
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Brown doubtful for Scotland squad

Celtic manager Neil Lennon expects Scott Brown to miss Scotland's friendly against Slovenia through injury.
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Bad defending cost us - Redknapp

Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp says uncharacteristic bad defending was behind his side's 5-2 north London derby capitulation against Arsenal.
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Inverness CT 1-4 Rangers

Rangers' players respond to the threat of losing their jobs in administration by thumping Inverness.
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League defends club owner tests

The Football League defends its record on scrutinising club takeovers but admits its investigations are limited due to financial restraints.
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Arsenal 5-2 Tottenham

Arsenal stage an astonishing comeback, bouncing back from 2-0 down to defeat rivals Tottenham 5-2.
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Sunday's football photos

The best photos from Sunday's Premier League games and Carling Cup final
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Samba moves to Russian side Anzhi

Blackburn Rovers sell central defender Chris Samba to Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala for an undisclosed fee.
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VIDEO: Danns volley earns Leicester win

Neil Danns volleys home Lloyd Dyer's cross to earn Leicester a precious victory at Pride Park and leave Nigel Clough's Derby without a win in six matches. (UK only)
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Cliftonville 1-3 Linfield

Linfield move seven points clear at the top of the Premiership after beating 10-man Cliftonville 3-1 at Solitude.
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Family fortunes

"If push comes to shove with us winning 1-0, then I think he knows he's getting taken down." Cardiff's Anthony Gerrard on facing cousin Steven at Wembley
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Injured Bent out of England game

Darren Bent is out of England's friendly against the Netherlands after picking up an injury in Aston Villa's draw at Wigan.
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VIDEO: Hughes aggrieved by Diakite dismissal

Manager Mark Hughes is "aggrieved" by the dismissal of debutant Samba Diakite in QPR's 1-0 defeat by Fulham, saying the red card was "a huge loss" for his side.
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VIDEO: Capello exit will lift England - Gerrard

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard says, although he was surprised by Fabio Capello's resignation as England manager, he believes it may give the team the lift they need to be successful this summer.
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Man City 3-0 Blackburn

Manchester City extend their lead at the top of the Premier League to five points after defeating struggling Blackburn 3-0.
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VIDEO: Martinez pleased with Wigan 'control'

Wigan manager Roberto Martinez says his side's prformance was "outstanding", despite failing to take all three points in a 0-0 draw with Aston Villa.
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VIDEO: Legends on North London derby

Ex-Arsenal and Tottenham legends Martin Keown, Ray Parlour, Gary Mabbutt and Garth Crooks discuss the importance of this weekend's North London derby at the Emirates Stadium.
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VIDEO: Sunderland deserved defeat - O'Neill

Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill says his side "didn't deserve anything" after they lost 4-0 away to West Brom at The Hawthorns.
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VIDEO: Villas-Boas relieved after victory

Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas says he is relieved of a first Premier League win in five matches, after his team ran out comfortable 3-0 winners against Bolton at Stamford Bridge.
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Wigan 0-0 Aston Villa

Wigan remain bottom of the Premier League after failing to capitalise on their dominance of Aston Villa at the DW Stadium.
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Newcastle 2-2 Wolves

Terry Connor's Wolves fight back from 2-0 down to claim a 2-2 draw at Newcastle.
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Hearts 0-2 Dundee United

Dundee United move up to fifth in the Scottish Premier League after a disciplined win away to Hearts.
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QPR 0-1 Fulham

Pavel Pogrebnyak's first-half goal gives Fulham victory over 10-man QPR to leave Mark Hughes' side entrenched in relegation trouble.
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Verheijen resigns as Wales coach

Raymond Verheijen resigns as Wales assistant coach citing "political and destructive games" as the reason for his departure.
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Watford 0-3 Southampton

Rickie Lambert scores a hat-trick to send Southampton back to the top of the Championship table with a comfortable victory at Watford.
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Celtic 1-0 Motherwell

Gary Hooper's goal is enough to give Celtic a win over Motherwell that stretches their SPL lead to 23 points.
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Port Vale hit by transfer embargo

Port Vale are put under a transfer embargo by the Football League because of an unpaid bill.
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VIDEO: Jol 'very pleased' with away win

Martin Jol says Fulham's 1-0 away win over QPR is a "very pleasing" result as they move closer to the top half of the Premier League table.
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Gerrard predicts England 'lift'

England international Steven Gerrard believes the team could benefit from coach Fabio Capello's decision to resign.
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VIDEO: Defeat 'hard to take' for Coyle

Bolton manager Owen Coyle says the 3-0 defeat away to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge is "hard to take".
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VIDEO: Finishing needs to improve - McLeish

Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish says his side's finishing must improve after a goalless draw away against Wigan at the DW Stadium.
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Draw sets up our season - Connor

New Wolves manager Terry Connor believes his side's fightback at Newcastle could be a turning point in their relegation fight.
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Saturday's football photos

The best photos from Saturday's Premier League games
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Job offered to one other - Wolves

Wolves reveal one person was offered the manager's job before Terry Connor's appointment.
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VIDEO: Only ourselves to blame - Pardew

Manager Alan Pardew says Newcastle "only have themselves to blame" after they concede a 2-0 lead to draw with Wolves.
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Kilmarnock 1-3 Hibernian

Hibernian move three points clear of the Scottish Premier League relegation spot after beating Kilmarnock.
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West Brom 4-0 Sunderland

Peter Odemwingie's brace against Sunderland helps West Brom to a first home Premier League win since November.
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Arshavin joins Zenit in loan deal

Andrey Arshavin rejoins Zenit St Petersburg until July after Arsenal agree a loan deal with the Russian club.
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Hughes confident of QPR survival

Mark Hughes believes QPR will avoid relegation, despite the club having picked up just four points in six games since he took over as manager.
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VIDEO: Hodgson praises 'fantastic' support

West Brom manager Roy Hodgson praises the "fantastic" support from the fans after his side easily beat in-form Sunderland 4-0 at The Hawthorns.
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We must beat Spurs - Van Persie

Arsenal's Robin van Persie sees Sunday's north London derby against Tottenham as a chance to "set things straight".
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VIDEO: Connor enjoys 'vital' draw at Newcastle

New Wolves boss Terry Connor says he "enjoyed" his first game in charge as his side battle back to a "vital" 2-2 draw with Newcastle.
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No Lampard promises - Villas-Boas

Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas praises Frank Lampard after the win over Bolton but says the midfielder's display did not mean he is sure to keep his place.
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Chelsea 3-0 Bolton

Chelsea easily defeat Bolton 3-0 in the Premier League to end a winless run of five games.
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West Ham 0-0 Crystal Palace

West Ham's failure to beat Crystal Palace sees them drop to second place in the Championship table following Southampton's win at Watford.
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Samba could move to Russian side

Blackburn Rovers are in talks to sell centre-back Chris Samba to Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala.
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Wigan v Aston Villa

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's game between Wigan and Aston Villa in the Premier League.
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Whittingham swayed by Mackay fire

Peter Whittingham says Malky Mackay's ambition persuaded him not to join the summer exodus from Cardiff City.
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VIDEO: Redknapp targets top spot in London

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp is keen to finish as the top London club in the Premier league this season.
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VIDEO: Friday Focus - Carling Cup final preview

Dan Walker looks ahead to the weekend's football in Friday Focus featuring the Carling Cup final with Cardiff boss Malky Mackay.
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No Gers player cut yet - McCoist

Rangers administrators have not asked manager Ally McCoist to select players for redundancy.
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Man City v Blackburn

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's game between Manchester City and Blackburn in the Premier League.
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Antonov defends Portsmouth record

Vladimir Antonov defends his time as Portsmouth owner, blaming his financial troubles on the Lithuanian government.
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Campbell unfazed by England call

Sunderland striker Fraizer Campbell says there will be no nerves when he joins the England squad for next week's friendly against the Netherlands.
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Connor needs backing, says Taylor

Former Wolves manager Graham Taylor calls on the club's fans to support new temporary boss Terry Connor.
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Ferguson takes blame for defeat

Sir Alex Ferguson blames himself as Manchester United survive a Europa League scare against Ajax.
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Verheijen resigns as Wales coach

Raymond Verheijen resigns as Wales assistant coach.
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West Brom v Sunderland

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's game between West Brom and Sunderland in the Premier League.
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Carling Cup catalyst for Liverpool

BBC pundit Mark Lawrenson says winning a first trophy since 2006 could give Liverpool the impetus they need to achieve greater success
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Dutch name squad for England game

Seven Dutch players who star for Premier League clubs have been included in Bert van Marwijk's for the friendly against England.
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Nigeria's Adamu loses CAS appeal

Nigerian football administrator banned from football for three years loses appeal to Court of Arbitration for Sport.
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McLeish wants Keane back at Villa

Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish is already eyeing a return to Villa Park for on-loan striker Robbie Keane.
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No charges over Man Utd fanzine

The Crown Prosecution Service says there will be no charges over a Manchester United fanzine seized before the recent match with Liverpool.
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Cardiff v Liverpool

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's League Cup final between Cardiff and Liverpool.
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Liverpool ready for final - Adam

Liverpool midfielder Charlie Adam says they are relishing the chance to end their six-year wait for a cup success, ahead of Sunday's Carling Cup final.
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PFA want 'Rooney rule' in England

PFA chief executive Gordon Taylor says the 'Rooney rule' should be brought in to English football, starting with the Football League.
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Mancini is excited by title race

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini says every game in the run-in should be treated like a Champions League final.
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Double injury blow for Linfield

Linfield's Aaron Burns and Billy Joe Burns miss Saturday's Premiership match at Cliftonville because of injuries.
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Redknapp wants top London place

Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp says his top priority for the season is to finish above north London rivals Arsenal.
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Newcastle v Wolves

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's game between Newcastle and Wolves in the Premier League.
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VIDEO: Wenger wants show of character

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says it would be "criminal" for Arsenal to sit around feeling sorry for themselves ahead of Sunday's north London derby against Tottenham.
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Ghana 'used witchcraft against each other'

Stevanovic says divisions within the Ghana team at the Africa Cup of Nations were exacerbated by 'magic' claims.
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AUDIO: Wolves bosses defend Connor appointment

Wolves owner Steve Morgan and chief executive Jez Moxey defend the process which led to the appointment of Terry Connor as manager.
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Neville joins England Under-21s

Everton captain Phil Neville joins Brian Eastick and John Peacock in coaching England Under-21s for their Euro 2013 qualifier on Wednesday.
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MK Dons eye surprise Bentley move

MK Dons boss Karl Robinson reveals he will attempt to bring Tottenham winger David Bentley to Stadium MK.
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Richards 'hurt' by England snub

Manchester City defender Micah Richards reveals his pain at being "frozen out" under former England manager Fabio Capello.
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Connor not a novice - Moxey

Wolves chief executive Jez Moxey says new temporary boss Terry Connor is not a novice and is ready for the job.
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Pulis defends Stoke team line-up

Manager Tony Pulis rejects criticism of his team selection as Stoke bow out of the Europa League with defeat at Valencia.
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Cleverley has scan on foot injury

Manchester United and England Under 21 midfielder Tom Cleverley is awaiting the results of a scan on a foot injury.
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VIDEO: Connor honoured to get Wolves job

New Wolves manager Terry Connor says it is "a privilege and a great honour" to be asked to take charge of the first team for the remainder of the season.
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AUDIO: Inexperience nearly cost us - Ferguson

Sir Alex Ferguson says he "accepts responsibility" for Manchester United's "nervy" 2-1 Europa League defeat by Ajax as he did not field enough experienced players for the tie, which they won 3-2 on aggregrate.
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Torres left out of Spain's squad

Spain boss Vicente Del Bosque omits Chelsea striker Fernando Torres from the squad to face Venezuela on Wednesday.
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Fulham bigger club than QPR - Jol

Fulham boss Martin Jol says his side have a greater stature than QPR and describes his chairman Mohamed Al Fayed as the best in England.
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Cardiff City's Far Eastern alliance

Why many in South East Asia will be lending their support to south east Wales in Sunday's Carling Cup final
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A defining derby

Lee Dixon and Emmanuel Petit on why Sunday's north London derby is the most important of Arsene Wenger's Arsenal reign
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VIDEO: Gerrards compete for first time

Cardiff City defender Anthony Gerrard "stressed out" over ticket requests from family and friends ahead of Carling Cup final with Liverpool.
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Chelsea v Bolton

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's game between Chelsea and Bolton in the Premier League.
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VIDEO: Goals of the Week

BBC Sport picks five of the best goals from this week's Football League fixtures, including Garath McCleary's surging run and shot for Nottingham Forest. (UK users only)
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VIDEO: Highlights - Motherwell 4-3 Hibernian

A SPL thriller at Fir Park, with six goals scored in the second half, edges the home side within three points of second placed Rangers, while visitors Hibernian remain second bottom. BBC Scotland's John Barnes describes the action (UK only).
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Valencia 1-0 Stoke (agg: 2-0)

Stoke lose 1-0 in Valencia and 2-0 on aggregate as the Potters are knocked out of the Europa League in the round of 32.
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VIDEO: Hull 0-0 Brighton

Nick Barmby's Hull earn a club record sixth straight clean sheet in the league after a goalless draw with Brighton, with Manchester City loanee Abdul Razak impressing on his debut for the Seagulls. (UK only)
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Neville joins England Under-21s

Everton captain Phil Neville joins Brian Eastick and John Peacock in coaching England's under-21s ahead of their Euro 2013 qualifier on Wednesday.
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VIDEO: Curle off to winning start

A stoppage-time winner from Jeff Hughes earns Notts County a win over Stevenage in manager Keith Curle's first game in charge of the Magpies. (UK only)
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VIDEO: Crawley 1-1 Morecambe

Scott Neilson's second-half equaliser helps Crawley close the gap on the League Two promotion places to three points with a draw against Morecambe. UK only.
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VIDEO: Kelly Smith 'expects' to play in England

England's star striker Kelly Smith 'expects' to play out her career in the Women's Super League.
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AUDIO: Pulis hails 'fantastic' Europa journey

Manager Tony Pulis praises Stoke City's "fantastic" Europa League experience after they crash out of the competition following a 1-0 defeat by Valencia.
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AUDIO: Campbell relishing England chance

Sunderland striker Fraizer Campbell is relishing the opportunity to "stake his claim" for a regular place in the England squad.
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Arsenal and Spurs warn supporters

Arsenal and Tottenham warn their fans that anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated during Sunday's north London derby.
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Pulis defends Stoke team line-up

Stoke manager Tony Pulis defends his team selection as they bow out of the Europa League after defeat at Valencia.
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VIDEO: Stuart Pearce's England news conference

England caretaker boss Stuart Pearce names uncapped pair Fraizer Campbell and Tom Cleverley in the squad for Wednesday's friendly against theNetherlands.
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Campbell earns first England call

Uncapped duo Fraizer Campbell and Tom Cleverley are named in England's squad for Wednesday's friendly against the Netherlands.
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VIDEO: Highlights - Mulgrew wonder goal for Celtic

Celtic defender Charlie Mulgrew hits a 35-yard screamer into the Dunfermline net during his sides 2-0 SPL victory at Parkhead (UK only, and will expire 01 March 2012).
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Villas-Boas takes blame for slump

Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas says he takes the blame for the the team's dip in form rather than the players.
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Smith turns down Wolves approach

Ex-Rangers boss Walter Smith is the latest person to tell Wolves he is not interested in the managerial vacancy at Molineux.
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Smith regret at leaving Gers post

Director of football Gordon Smith and chief operating officer Ali Russell are the first staff to exit Rangers after administration.
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Gers' tax bill 'greater than £9m'

Rangers' tax bill is much greater than the £9m that forced the club into administration, BBC Scotland understands.
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I will step in for Euros - Pearce

England's caretaker boss Stuart Pearce makes himself available to take the team to the European Championship if required.
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Man Utd 1-2 Ajax (agg: 3-2)

Manchester United reach the Europa League last-16 with a 3-2 aggregate win over Ajax despite a 2-1 defeat at Old Trafford.
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Lawro's Premier League predictions

Mark Lawrenson goes head-to-head with actor Stephen Graham
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Gibson out of Republic friendly

Everton midfielder Darron Gibson withdraws from the Republic of Ireland squad to face the Czech Republic next week because of a knee injury.
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Smith expects to end career in UK

England striker Kelly Smith expects to end her career in England following the collapse of the US professional league.
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VIDEO: Highlights - Celtic 2-0 Dunfermline

Top plays bottom in this SPL encounter at Celtic Park and the home side didn't disappoint with a stunning strike by Charlie Mulgrew opening up a determined Dunfermline side. BBC Scotland's Alasdair Lamont describes the action (UK only).
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IFA and Linfield in Windsor deal

The Irish Football Association reveals a 51-year deal with Linfield for the future use of Windsor Park.
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AUDIO: Capello had his favourites - Richards

Manchester City's Micah Richards tells BBC Radio 5 live of his frustration at being left out of the England squad by former boss Fabio Capello, saying the Italian "had his favourites".
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Unsworth turns down Sligo Rovers

Former Preston caretaker manager David Unsworth turns down the opportunity to manage League of Ireland side Sligo Rovers, BBC Sport understands.
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VIDEO: Pearce ready to manage at Euros

England's caretaker boss Stuart Pearce says he is ready to step into the breach should the FA ask him to take control of the team for the European Championship in the summer.
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Derby 0-1 Leicester

Leicester City extend Derby's miserable run of form with victory at Pride Park.
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AUDIO: Players not to blame - Villas-Boas

Andre Villas-Boas says he is to blame for Chelsea's stuttering form, which has seen them fail to win 10 of their last 14 games including a 3-1 defeat by Napoli in the first leg of the Champions League last-16.
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Pompey 'struggling to end season'

Portsmouth administrator Trevor Birch admits the club may not have enough money to see out the season.
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VIDEO: Charlton 1-1 Rochdale

Charlton extend their lead at the top of League One to seven points with a 1-1 draw against Rochdale at The Valley. (UK only)
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VIDEO: Blackpool 1-4 West Ham

West Ham comfortably beat Blackpool 4-1 away from home despite having to play for 35 minutes with midfielder Henri Lansbury in goal after goalkeeper Robert Green is shown a red card. (UK only)
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VIDEO: Barnsley 1-3 Birmingham

Birmingham claim a priceless 3-1 victory away to a battling Barnsley at Oakwell to climb up to third in the Championship. (UK only)
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VIDEO: Oxford 2-1 Barnet

Barnet have a late penalty saved as Oxford claim a 2-1 victory to keep them in the League Two play-off places. (UK only)
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Rangers ex-chief questions Whyte

A former chairman of Rangers suggests the debt the club owes Craig Whyte should be written off under the terms of the takeover contract.
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Notts County 1-0 Stevenage

Jeff Hughes scores an injury-time winner as Notts County beat Stevenage in Keith Curle's first game in charge.
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Man City 4-0 FC Porto (6-1 agg)

Manchester City beat Portuguese side Porto 4-0 at Etihad Stadium and reach the Europa League last 16 with a 6-1 aggregate win.
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VIDEO: Savage Says - Carling Cup final special

Robbie Savage answers the best of your tweets in Savage Says - including Sunday's Carling Cup final between Cardiff and Liverpool.
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VIDEO: MK Dons 2-1 Bury

MK Dons boost their League One play-off ambitions as they come from behind to beat Bury 2-1 at Stadium MK. (UK only)
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IFA and Linfield in Windsor deal

The Irish Football Association agree a new 51-year deal with Linfield for the future use of Windsor Park.
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A defining derby

Lee Dixon and Emmanuel Petit on why Sunday's north London derby is the most important of Arsene Wenger's 16-year Arsenal reign
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VIDEO: Mancini accepts Tevez apology

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini reveals he has accepted the apology of Carlos Tevez following the Argentine striker's return from a period of absence without leave, lauding him as a "top striker".
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Hull 0-0 Brighton

Hull City miss a host of chances as they draw with Brighton in the Championship clash at the KC Stadium.
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Striker Beattie seals Hearts move

Hearts sign former Celtic striker Craig Beattie until the end of the season.
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Coach accuses 'disrespectful' FAW

Raymond Verheijen accuses the Football Association of Wales of being "very disrespectful" for not inviting a former member of staff to Gary Speed's memorial match.
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Crawley Town 1-1 Morecambe

Scott Neilson's second-half equaliser helps Crawley close the gap on the League Two promotion places to three points with a draw against Morecambe.
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Motherwell 4-3 Hibernian

Michael Higdon scores a hat-trick as Motherwell beat Hibs to move closer to second-top Rangers in the SPL.
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Celtic 2-0 Dunfermline

Celtic beat Dunfermline 2-0 to move 20 points clear of nearest rivals Rangers at the top of the Scottish Premier League table.
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VIDEO: Millwall 1-3 Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough climb back into the Championship play-off places with a convincing 3-1 win over Millwall. (UK only)
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Basel 1-0 Bayern Munich

Substitute Valentin Stocker's late goal gives Basel a stunning win over Bayern Munich in Switzerland.
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Mackay signs new Cardiff contract

Malky Mackay is rewarded for guiding Cardiff City to the Carling Cup final with a new three-and-a-half year contract.
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AUDIO: Why I'm staying at Reading - McDermott

Brian McDermott tells BBC Radio Berkshire why he has signed a new contract at Reading after being linked with a move to Premier League club Wolves.
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Marseille 1-0 Inter Milan

Andre Ayew scores in injury time to give Marseille a slender advantage in their Champions League tie with Inter Milan.
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Wolves fail in new Curbishley bid

Wolverhampton Wanderers fail in a fresh attempt to make Alan Curbishley their new manager.
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Rush wary of Liverpool pressure

Ian Rush says the "pressure" on Liverpool to win a first trophy for six years gives Cardiff City hope of a Carling Cup shock.
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VIDEO: Arsenal can learn from Man City - Nasri

Manchester City's Samir Nasri says his former club Arsenal must learn to "win ugly" if they are to improve.
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Family wants me to quit - Liddle

Darlington manager Craig Liddle admits his family have asked him to consider his position at the club due to the pressure on his personal life.
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Gers crisis may change SFA rules

Rangers' problems could prompt a change in the Scottish Football Association's rules, says chief executive Stewart Regan.
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McDermott signs new Reading deal

Reading manager Brian McDermott signs a new contract with the Championship club, ruling him out of the running to take over at Wolves.
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Reds keen to end trophy drought

Kenny Dalglish says winning the Carling Cup final would mean a great deal after six barren years for the club.
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AUDIO: Tevez wants to be number one - Vickery

South American football expert Tim Vickery says Carlos Tevez has found it difficult to cope with not being the number one striker at Manchester City.
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VIDEO: Cardiff will be difficult - Dalglish

Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish says victory in this Sunday's Carling Cup final against Cardiff City will be far from a "foregone conclusion".
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Tuesday's Champions league photos

Best of the action from Tuesday's Champions League matches
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Rangers agree Korea fee for McKay

Rangers have confirmed that they've agreed a fee with South Korean club Busan I'Park for midfielder Matt McKay.
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Whittingham up for player award

Cardiff City's Peter Whittingham joins Southampton pair Rickie Lambert and Adam Lallana on the shortlist for the Championship Player of the Year.
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Fans' trust plan to buy Blackburn

The group director of a key Blackburn Rovers sponsor is leading plans to buy the club from Venky's through a supporters' trust.
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MPs 'condemn' St James' renaming

Twelve MPs appeal for Newcastle United to reconsider their decision to change the name of St James' Park, calling it "corporate vandalism".
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Rangers 'treated fairly' over tax

The tax authorities deny claims that Rangers Football Club is being treated unfairly over its tax debts.
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Tevez offers apology to Man City

Manchester City striker apologises "unreservedly" for his conduct following a touchline row with manager Roberto Mancini.
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AUDIO: Villas-Boas defends team selection

Manager Andre Villas-Boas defends his team selection as Chelsea lose 3-1 away to Napoli in the first leg of the Champions League last 16.
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Sacked Clark nominated for award

Lee Clark is shortlisted for the Football League's outstanding managerial achievement award, one week after his sacking by Huddersfield Town.
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Pompey problems affecting players

Portsmouth captain Liam Lawrence says the club's off-field financial problems have affected the players.
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Man City v FC Porto (2-1)

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Europa League tie between Manchester City and FC Porto (1700 GMT).
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Patterson is new Glentoran boss

Eddie Patterson agrees a two-and-a-half year deal to become the new manager of Glentoran.
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AUDIO: Gallagher welcomes Tevez apology

Noel Gallagher tells BBC Radio 5 live that now Tevez has apologised to fans and to the club they can move forward.
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Bellamy wary of Cardiff cup final

Liverpool striker Craig Bellamy is "not looking forward" to playing home-town club Cardiff City in Sunday's Carling Cup final at Wembley.
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VIDEO: Europa League 'important' to Mancini

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini believes winning the Europa League would be "an important moment" for the club as they prepare for the second leg of their last-32 tie with FC Porto on Wednesday.
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2012 Stadium turf will be removed

The turf inside London's 2012 Olympic Stadium will be ripped up and replaced after the Games, as part of a £35m redevelopment of the site.
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Wolves fail in new Curbishley bid

Wolverhampton Wanderers fail in a fresh attempt to make Alan Curbishley their new manager, BBC Sport understands.
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Terry could be back in four weeks

Chelsea captain John Terry can make a quicker than expected return to action, according to manager Andre Villas-Boas.
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The real Mario Balotelli

Pat Nevin attempts to unravel the enigma that is the Man City striker.
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I picked right team - Villas-Boas

Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas defends his team selection after the Blues lose 3-1 to Napoli in the Champions League.
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Tuesday's Champions league photos

Best of the action from Tuesday's Champions League matches
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The real Mario Balotelli

Pat Nevin attempts to unravel the enigma that is the Man City striker.
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Carroll happy with life at Reds

Andy Carroll says he is "happy" at Liverpool and feels things have "all come together" ahead of the League Cup final.
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Blackpool 1-4 West Ham United

West Ham defeat Blackpool 4-1 to go back to the top of the Championship, despite playing for 35 minutes with midfielder Henri Lansbury in goal.
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Charlton Athletic 1-1 Rochdale

Charlton Athletic extend their lead at the top of League One to seven points with a 1-1 home draw against Rochdale.
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