Monday, 30 April 2012

Arsenal agree deal for Podolski

Arsenal will sign German international Lukas Podolski from Cologne this summer, his current club confirm.
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I wish Hodgson well says Redknapp

Harry Redknapp wishes Roy Hodgson well after the FA approaches the West Brom manager to coach England.
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Muamba could attend Spurs match

Fabrice Muamba could attend Bolton's game against Tottenham two months after suffering a cardiac arrest.
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Arsenal 'reliant' on Van Persie

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger admits his side are relying on goals from striker Robin van Persie in the season's final stages.
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Simpson gives warning to Magpies

Newcastle United defender Danny Simpson calls on the club not to let their Champions League hopes slip away after Saturday's 4-0 defeat by Wigan.
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VIDEO: Summerbee and Docherty on derby

Manchester club legends Mike Summerbee and Tommy Docherty discuss Monday's potentially title-deciding derby between City and United.
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VIDEO: The biggest derby EVER?

Ahead of Monday's Manchester derby, MOTD Kickabout preview the the only way they know how.
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Hearts coach hails exiting Black

First-team coach Gary Locke pays tribute to midfielder Ian Black, who will be leaving Hearts in the summer.
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AUDIO: Man City can hurt United - Keegan

Ex-Manchester City manager Kevin Keegan tells BBC Radio Manchester that his former club have the attacking players to hurt rivals United when they face each other in what could prove to be a Premier League title decider on Monday.
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Tevez wants Manchester City stay

Carlos Tevez wants to stay with Manchester City and insists he has resolved his problems with manager Roberto Mancini.
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Lennon sympathy for Gers' McCoist

Neil Lennon has sympathy for Rangers manager Ally McCoist after an "emphatic" 3-0 Old Firm derby win for Celtic.
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VIDEO: Blackburn still have belief - Kean

Blackburn manager Steve Kean admits his team did not give "decent service" to his strikers and says it was difficult to get into opposition territory during the 2-0 defeat by Tottenham.
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Blues target Ports striker Tipton

Premiership champions Linfield are reported to have asked Portadown for permission to approach in-form Shamrock Park striker Matthew Tipton.
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VIDEO: Highlights - Celtic 3-0 Rangers

SPL champions Celtic win comfortably over Glasgow rivals Rangers in the last Old Firm game of the season. BBC Scotland's Liam McLeod describes the action (UK only).
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Hughes hopes loss 'not critical'

QPR boss Mark Hughes hopes the "damage isn't critical" after his side's survival hopes are dented by a 6-1 loss at Chelsea.
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Cardiff boss backs knock-out nous

Cardiff City manager Malky Mackay believes this season's Carling Cup experience will serve them well in the Championship play-offs.
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Chelsea 6-1 QPR

In-form striker Fernando Torres scores a hat-trick as ruthless Chelsea defeat relegation-threatened QPR 6-1.
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Let's keep dream alive - Martinez

After beating Newcastle 4-0, Wigan's Roberto Martinez says his side have come through the "biggest month in our history".
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Fresh offer for shares in Queens

Media Pro Sports makes a second attempt to buy Queen of the South chairman David Rae's shares.
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Redknapp admits Modric may leave

Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp says Luka Modric may leave White Hart Lane when the transfer window opens.
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England job would delight Hodgson

Roy Hodgson recently spoke exclusively to BBC Sport about succeeding Fabio Capello.
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Redknapp predicting tense finale

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp believes the battle to qualify for next season's Champions League will go down to the wire.
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St Mirren 1-0 Hibernian

Hibernian are left deep in Scottish Premier League relegation trouble after Kenny McLean's winner for St Mirren.
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Tottenham 2-0 Blackburn

Tottenham move back into fourth place in the Premier League as they beat a poor Blackburn side 2-0 at White Hart Lane.
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City 'should stick with Mancini'

Roberto Mancini should be stay at Manchester City even if they fail to win the Premier League, says Andy Hinchcliffe.
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McCoist's liquidation fear grows

After a 3-0 defeat by Celtic, Ally McCoist admits the liquidation of Rangers is an ever more likely prospect.
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Mancini trusts Balotelli in derby

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini says he trusts Mario Balotelli to perform on Monday against Manchester United if selected.
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VIDEO: Chelsea's energy surprises Di Matteo

Chelsea manager Roberto di Matteo describes his team's performance during the 6-1 win over QPR as "very good" and says his players' "energy, drive and motivation" following the Champions League victory over Barcelona surprised him.
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VIDEO: Walker goal takes Redknapp by surprise

Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp admits he thought Kyle Walker had "no chance" of scoring from the free-kick which sealed a 2-0 victory for the home side over Blackburn.
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VIDEO: Highlights - St Mirren 1-0 Hibernian

Hibernian drop vital points in their bid to avoid relegation from the SPL in a tight affair at St Mirren Park. BBC Scotland's Paul Mitchell describes the action (UK only).
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VIDEO: Torres in confident mood

Chelsea striker Fernando Torres, who scored a hat-trick against QPR in his team's 6-1 win over QPR, admits "things are getting better" for him and believes his four goals in two games are reward for hard work.
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VIDEO: Hughes demands QPR improvement

QPR boss Mark Hughes says his team did not "navigate" the first 20 minutes of the London derby against Chelsea very well after they trailed 4-0 with just 25 minutes gone in a game they eventually lost 6-1.
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Title over if we lose - Ferguson

Sir Alex Ferguson says Manchester City are favourites to win the Premier League title if they win Monday's derby.
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FA approaches Hodgson for England

West Brom give the Football Association permission to speak to Roy Hodgson about the vacant England manager's position.
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Celtic 3-0 Rangers

Champions Celtic ease to a 3-0 victory over dispirited Rangers in a one-sided final Old Firm derby of the season.
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Sunderland lift Women's PL title

Sunderland boss Mick Mulhern praises his players after they win the Women's Premier League title for a second successive season.
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Hill, 13, closing on Accies debut

Midfielder Mark Hill is close to a first-team breakthrough aged 13 after travelling with Hamilton Accies' squad.
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AUDIO: United can handle pressure - Giggs

Manchester United midfielder Ryan Giggs tells BBC Radio Manchester the Red Devils can cope with the pressure of Monday's derby.
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Giggs prepared for biggest derby

Ryan Giggs believes Monday's Manchester derby is the "biggest in recent times", with the winner taking the Premier League title.
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Rooney tops shirt sales figures

Wayne Rooney becomes the top-selling name on the back of Premier League replica shirts
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Torres enjoying playing once more

Resurgent Chelsea striker Fernando Torres says he is enjoying his football after scoring four goals in his last two games.
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Kean insists Rovers can survive

Manager Steve Kean says Blackburn can avoid relegation from the Premier League, despite losing 2-0 at Tottenham.
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Sunday, 29 April 2012

Hansen on the Manchester derby

"The key element to the match will be how United's defence copes with City's attack"
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Footballer airlifted from pitch

An air ambulance lands on the pitch at Kidderminster Harriers to pick up a player who was knocked unconscious during the game.
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Everton 4-0 Fulham

Nikica Jelavic scores twice as Everton continue their fine scoring form with an emphatic victory over Fulham at Goodison Park.
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Dundee Utd 2-2 Hearts

Arvydas Novikovas' late equaliser gives Hearts a deserved draw that dents Dundee United's Champions League hopes.
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Midfielder Marin to join Chelsea

Chelsea agree to sign Werder Bremen midfielder Marko Marin.
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Davies is not looking for favours

Bolton captain Kevin Davies says his team do not want favours as they fight to stay in the Premier League.
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Crystal Palace 1-2 Cardiff

Cardiff City book their place in the Championship play-offs after coming from behind at Crystal Palace.
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Wenger unhappy with Stoke abuse

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger wants action to be taken to stop abuse from fans after chants aimed at him and Aaron Ramsey at Stoke.
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VIDEO: Dalglish on 'fantastic' Liverpool

Manager Kenny Dalglish hails a "fantastic team performance" by Liverpool, as a Luis Suarez hat-trick gives them a 3-0 Premier League win at Norwich.
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VIDEO: Lambert 'disappointed' by Norwich

Manager Paul Lambert expresses his "disappointment" at Norwich's performance, as a Luis Suarez hat-trick gives Liverpool a 3-0 Premier League win.
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VIDEO: Saints deserve promotion - McMenemy

Former Southampton manager Lawrie McMenemy tells BBC South Today that the club deserve to be promoted back to the Premier League.
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West Ham 2-1 Hull

Carlton Cole's brace helps West Ham defeat Hull City 2-1 at Upton Park, but it is not enough to secure automatic promotion.
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Stoke 1-1 Arsenal

Arsenal move closer to securing third place in the Premier League despite being held to a draw at Stoke.
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VIDEO: Villa draw fair result - Hodgson

West Brom manager Roy Hodgson believes his side's 0-0 draw at home to struggling Aston Villa was a fair result, praising the Villans' "hard-working" performance.
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Wigan 4-0 Newcastle

Wigan move three points clear of the relegation zone with a 4-0 win that dents Newcastle's hopes of a top-four finish.
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Pardew calls for Magpies response

Newcastle boss Alan Pardew urges his side to recover from their 4-0 loss at Wigan and secure Champions League qualification.
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Ross County 5-1 Hamilton

Champions Ross County celebrate their final home match of the season in style with a resounding victory against Hamilton Accies.
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Swansea 4-4 Wolves

Matt Jarvis scores twice to help Wolves claim a draw in an eight-goal Premier League thriller at Swansea.
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Dalglish salutes 'special' Suarez

Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish praises Luis Suarez, who scores a hat-trick as the Reds win comfortably at Norwich.
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Macclesfield 0-2 Burton Albion

Macclesfield Town's 15-year stay in the Football League is over as their relegation is confirmed by a home defeat to Burton.
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Adkins keeps Saints marching on

Lawrie McMenemy, the last Southampton manager to win top-flight promotion, explains why their current boss is ready for the Premier League
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Norwich 0-3 Liverpool

Luis Suarez scores from 45 yards to complete his hat-trick as Liverpool ease to a 3-0 victory against Norwich.
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Shrewsbury 1-0 Dag & Red

James Collins' first-half header beats Dagenham & Redbridge to earn Shrewsbury Town promotion to League One.
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VIDEO: Di Canio hails 'deserved' title win

Swindon Town manager Paolo di Canio tells BBC Points West his players deserved to be crowned League Two champions after their 5-0 win over Port Vale.
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Dunfermline 3-0 Aberdeen

Dunfermline boost their survival hopes with their first Scottish Premier League home win of the season, beating Aberdeen.
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VIDEO: Van der Sar and Schmeichel on derby

Former Manchester United goalkeepers Edwin van der Sar and Peter Schmeichel look forward to Monday's Manchester derby.
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VIDEO: Confidence key to win - Martinez

Wigan boss Roberto Martinez says his side need to get as many points as possible in their final two Premier League matches to ensure safety after a 4-0 win at home to Newcastle.
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Saints squad will evolve - Adkins

Southampton manager Nigel Adkins says the club will "need a certain calibre of player" in the Premier League next season.
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Holloway predicts tough play-offs

Blackpool manager Ian Holloway believes it is hard to predict the winner of this season's Championship play-offs.
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VIDEO: Suarez is world class - Gerrard

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard describes team-mate Luis Saurez as "world class" after the Uruguayan's brilliant hat-trick earns Liverpool a 3-0 Premier League win at Norwich.
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VIDEO: Players gave everything - McLeish

Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish says his players "gave everything" and praises their "fantastic attitude" following a hard-fought 0-0 draw at West Midlands neighbours West Brom.
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VIDEO: Wenger makes Arsenal penalty claim

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger believes the Gunners should have had a penalty after Glenn Whelan brought down Yossi Benayoun late in their 1-1 draw at Stoke.
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Muamba thanks fans over support

Bolton midfielder Fabrice Muamba thanks fans and team-mates for their support on Twitter after his cardiac arrest.
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Allardyce confident for play-offs

West Ham manager Sam Allardyce says the club can win promotion in the Championship play-offs, where they play Cardiff.
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VIDEO: Newcastle lacked intensity - Pardew

Newcastle boss Alan Pardew says his team did not play with enough intensity in their 4-0 defeat at Wigan in the Premier League.
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VIDEO: Pulis salutes Stoke 'spirit'

Manager Tony Pulis salutes Stoke's "spirit" as they earn a 1-1 draw against Arsenal, leaving the Potters unbeaten at the Britannia by the Premier League's top three this season.
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Motherwell 5-1 St Johnstone

Motherwell consolidate their third-top place and their hopes of Champions League football by hammering St Johnstone.
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Cliftonville 2-3 Portadown

Matthew Tipton scores a hat-trick as Portadown beat Cliftonville 3-2 to finish runners-up in the Irish Premiership.
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VIDEO: O'Neill credits Bolton spirit

Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill credits Bolton for "never giving up" after his side are held to a 2-2 draw at the Stadium of Light.
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Sunderland 2-2 Bolton

Kevin Davies scores twice to earn Bolton a point as Sunderland fail to win for a sixth game.
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Southampton reach Premier League

Saints are promoted to the Premier League following a comprehensive four-goal victory over Coventry City at St Mary's.
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VIDEO: Jubilant scenes as Saints go up

Nigel Adkins' Southampton seal a second successive promotion by beating already relegated Coventry 4-0 to earn themselves a place in next season's Premier League.
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West Brom 0-0 Aston Villa

Aston Villa edge a point closer to Premier League safety with a tense draw in a scrappy game against West Bromwich Albion.
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VIDEO: Moyes on 'really good afternoon'

David Moyes says his Everton side enjoyed a "really good afternoon" following their 4-0 win over Fulham at Goodison Park.
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Let's keep dream alive - Martinez

After beating Newcastle 4-0, manager Roberto Martinez calls for more of the same from his players during Wigan's "biggest month".
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Saturday, 28 April 2012

McLeish defiant over Villa fight

Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish says he "will not curl up and die" after his side edge towards safety with a draw at West Brom.
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VIDEO: Swansea poor defensively - Rodgers

Swansea boss Brendan Rodgers is "disappointed" after his side throws away a "sensational" 3-0 lead to finish with a 4-4 draw against Wolves.
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VIDEO: Wolves should have won - Connor

Wolves caretaker boss Terry Connor praises his side's spirited comeback in "a belter of a game" as they bounce back from 3-0 down at Swansea to finish the match 4-4.
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VIDEO: Europe may affect Bale future

Tottenham midfielder Gareth Bale admits playing in the Champions League is important to him, and tells Football Focus that if Spurs do not qualify for the competition, he will discuss his future with the club.
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Schmeichel hails Ferguson effect

Peter Schmeichel says the fact Manchester United are contenders to win the title is one of Sir Alex Ferguson's biggest achievements.
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VIDEO: Coyle pleased with 'terrific' point

Bolton boss Owen Coyle is thankful for a 'terrific' point at Sunderland as Wanderers move level on points with 17th placed QPR.
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Guardiola denies link to Chelsea

Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola will take a break from football after leaving this summer and not join Chelsea.
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Man City v Man Utd

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's game between Manchester City and Manchester United in the Premier League.
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Derby win not enough - Mancini

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini says Manchester United will win the Premier League - even if City win the derby.
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VIDEO: MOTD Live - Southampton v Coventry

Gabby Logan presents live coverage from St Mary's on the final day of the Championship season. (UK users only)
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Rangers fans in march to Hampden

Hundreds of Rangers fans are expected to take part in a march to Hampden aimed at showing their support for the crisis-hit club.
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Why the Sky Blues are under a cloud

Coventry City will play in English football's third tier next season for the first time since 1964 - and things could yet get worse
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Chelsea v QPR

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's game between Chelsea and QPR in the Premier League.
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West Brom v Aston Villa

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's game between West Brom and Aston Villa in the Premier League.
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Crystal Palace v Cardiff

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's game between Crystal Palace and Cardiff in the Championship.
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Bale uncertain over Spurs future

Gareth Bale admits he will consider his future at Tottenham if they fail to qualify for next season's Champions League.
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Wilshere a doubt to start season

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says Jack Wilshere may not be fit for the start of the 2012-13 season.
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Shamrock Rovers 1-1 Derry City

Derry City pick up a point away to champions Shamrock Rovers despite having Patrick McEleney sent-off.
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Van Persie may delay Arsenal date

Arsenal are yet to propose a date for contract talks with Robin van Persie as he considers delaying a decision on his future.
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VIDEO: Pardew targets top three finish

Newcastle boss Alan Pardew says his squad are focused on securing a Champions League place for next season by making sure they win all of their remaining four games - starting against Wigan this Saturday.
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Redknapp dismisses Corluka claims

Harry Redknapp labels as 'nonsense' defender Vedran Corluka's reasons for Tottenham's slide.
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New Gers bid less than Miller's

BBC Scotland understands that Bill Miller's bid for Rangers is worth significantly more than the Blue Knights and Brian Kennedy's.
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Thompson wants disciplined Celtic

Celtic assistant manager Alan Thompson wants his players to be disciplined in their match against Rangers on Sunday.
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Guardiola denies link to Chelsea

Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola intends to take a break from football after leaving this summer and will not join Chelsea.
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Ferguson relishes duo's potential

Wayne Rooney and Danny Welbeck's partnership could be as potent as Andy Cole and Dwight Yorke's, says manager.
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Valencia and Silva hold the attacking key

Why Antonio Valencia and David Silva hold the key to Monday's all-Manchester title showdown
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VIDEO: Guardiola makes emotional Barcelona exit

Pep Guardiola is stepping down as Barcelona coach at the end of the season.
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Shrewsbury home form key - Turner

Shrewsbury boss Graham Turner says that home form is the key to their success as they stand poised for League One.
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VIDEO: Why did Guardiola leave Nou Camp?

BBC Sport's Richard Conway believes "pressure and fatigue" are the main reasons for Pep Guardiola leaving as Barcelona manager.
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VIDEO: It is the derby of all derbies - Ferguson

Sir Alex Ferguson admits Manchester City have made "great progress" under manager Roberto Mancini, ahead of what he bills as "the derby of all derby games".
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Ferdinand unfazed by facing Terry

Anton Ferdinand says he will not let any off-field factors affect his performance when his QPR side meet Chelsea on Sunday.
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Goal-line technology first in UK

Goal-line technology to be used in a football match for the first time when Eastleigh FC face AFC Totton on 16 May.
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Adkins sure of Saints promotion

Southampton boss Nigel Adkins has total belief in his team ahead of Saturday's Championship promotion decider against Coventry.
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VIDEO: McCoist stands by panel demands

Rangers manager Ally McCoist speaks to the media about the Scottish FA judiciary panel's decision to impose a 12-month transfer ban on the club.
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Mancini hints at Balotelli recall

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini hints that Mario Balotelli could face Manchester United on Monday.
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VIDEO: Rangers decline devastating - Laudrup

Former Rangers star Brian Laudrup says it is devastating to see the plight of his former club and hopes that a new buyer can come in to save the club.
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McCoist 'no regrets' over panel

Ally McCoist says he should not have to consider the "lunatic fringe" when expressing his views on the SFA judicial panel.
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Distillery in must-win final game

Lisburn Distillery know they must beat Ballymena United to avoid the relegation/promotion play-off with Newry.
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Friday, 27 April 2012

McLeish focused only on survival

Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish says he will only talk about his future at the club once the season is over.
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Foxes manager expects busy summer

Manager Nigel Pearson says the new Financial Fair Play rules will not stop Leicester making "significant" investment in the squad.
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VIDEO: Bale hopes Spurs' luck improves

Tottenham's Gareth Bale says his side are playing "some good stuff at the moment", despite a run of two wins in 11 Premier League games.
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VIDEO: Man City our biggest rivals - Ferguson

Sir Alex Ferguson thinks Manchester City are now Manchester United's biggest rivals, ahead of their Premier League derby on Monday, saying the clash has "superseded" the Liverpool fixture in terms of its importance to the club.
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VIDEO: Friday Focus with Schmeichel and Bale

Former Manchester United and Manchester City goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel talks about the Manchester derby.
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Guardiola leaves lasting legacy at Barcelona

Guardiola's reign in Spain comes to an end leaving a heritage that will be felt for generations, says Spanish football expert Andy Brassell
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Pep Guardiola: Career in pictures

Picture gallery of Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola
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Lawro's Premier League predictions

BBC Sport pundit goes head-to-head with former England rugby coach Sir Clive Woodward
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Guardiola to leave Barcelona post

Pep Guardiola will stand down as Barcelona coach at the end of the season and will be replaced by assistant Tito Vilanova.
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Men jailed over Lennon bomb plot

Two men who sent suspect packages to Celtic manager Neil Lennon and two high-profile fans are jailed for five years.
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Guardiola - what they say about him

The statistics - and the comments of his players and peers - put Barcelona's Pep Guardiola amongst the greats of management
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Ticketus pull out of Gers bidding

Ticketus withdraw their commitment to funding a takeover of Rangers, as Paul Murray and Brian Kennedy discuss a joint bid.
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Birmingham delays accounts again

The holding company of Championship club Birmingham fails for a fourth time to file its financial results for the year to 30 June 2011.
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Car-damage footballer cautioned

Sunderland footballer Lee Cattermole accepts a conditional caution for damaging five vehicles in Newcastle.
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Wenger hopes to keep Van Persie

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger hopes to convince Robin van Persie to extend his contract with the Gunners.
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Ryder saying right things - Adams

Port Vale boss Micky Adams believes prospective owner Keith Ryder is saying all the right things as they prepare for their new life together.
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VIDEO: Ince and Lawro's all-time Premier League XI

Mark Lawrenson and Paul Ince debate which players deserve to be named in an all-time best Premier League XI
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Football club lifts top pie award

Morecambe Football Club are mid-table in League Two but their pies are the best in the game.
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Coach Gray loses Portsmouth job

Assistant boss Stuart Gray becomes the latest redundancy at Portsmouth, BBC Radio Solent understands.
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Valencia 0-1 A Madrid (agg 2-5)

Atletico Madrid will play Athletic Bilbao in an all-Spanish Europa League final after beating Valencia.
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City now main rivals - Ferguson

Sir Alex Ferguson says Manchester City are Manchester United's "direct opponents now", ahead of their derby on Monday.
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Chelsea-QPR handshakes cancelled

The Premier League cancels handshakes at the Chelsea-QPR game because of the John Terry and Anton Ferdinand legal case.
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VIDEO: Smith criticises Rangers' transfer ban

Former Rangers manager Walter Smith speaks about the club's current plight at a Rangers Fans Fighting Fund media conference.
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Little helps Arsenal sink Chelsea

Kim Little scores twice and Katie Chapman once as Arsenal go top of the Women's Super League with a 3-1 win against Chelsea.
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VIDEO: City our biggest rivals - Ferguson

Sir Alex Ferguson thinks Manchester City are now Manchester United's biggest rivals, ahead of their Premier League title-deciding derby on Monday, saying the clash has "superseded" the Liverpool fixture in terms of its importance to the club.
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Pompey survival '50/50' - Birch

Portsmouth's administrator Trevor Birch says the club have a "50/50" chance of survival as they continue to search for new owners.
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Thompson calls for SPL cool heads

Scottish Premier League board member Stephen Thompson believes Monday's meeting of clubs could be a more reflective affair.
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Burr wants extra promotion spot

Kidderminster Harriers boss Steve Burr calls for more promotion places between the Conference and the Football League.
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Connor wants to keep Wolves job

Interim Wolves manager Terry Connor says he would enjoy taking control of the club for next season's Championship campaign.
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SFA charges Lennon over conduct

Celtic manager Neil Lennon is charged with breaking three Scottish FA rules after his side's Scottish Cup defeat by Hearts.
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Burton goalkeeper Poole to retire

Veteran Burton Albion goalkeeper Kevin Poole will retire at the end of the season after a 32-year career.
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VIDEO: When Gary Lineker met Ronaldo

Brazilian football legend Ronaldo tells BBC Sport's Gary Lineker that 20-year old Santos sensation Neymar must move to Europe if he wants to be compared with all-time greats such as Lionel Messi.
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Flynn to exit Wales coaching role

The Football Association of Wales confirm intermediate manager Brian Flynn will not be offered a new contract when his current deal expires.
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Threats 'shock' SFA panel member

Eric Drysdale says the reaction to his part in the SFA decision to ban Rangers from transfers for a year has come as "a shock".
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Smith fears relegation for Gers

Walter Smith fears the 12-month transfer ban imposed on his former club Rangers could result in them being relegated.
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Lawro's Premier League predictions

BBC Sport pundit goes head-to-head with former England rugby coach Clive Woodward
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Suspended Terry can lift trophy

Chelsea captain John Terry can lift the Champions League trophy if they win the final against Bayern Munich.
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Guardiola considers Barca future

Pep Guardiola is thought to be on the brink of quitting as boss of Barcelona after telling the club he cannot carry on.
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Athletic Bilbao 3-1 Sporting (agg 4-3)

Fernando Llorente strikes late as Athletic defeat Sporting 3-1 to reach the Europa League final with a 4-3 aggregate victory.
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VIDEO: Goals of the week

BBC Sport's selection of the best goals from the week's Football League fixtures, including Jack Collison's screamer for West Ham in their vital 2-1 win at Leicester and Stevenage striker Luke Freeman's stunning long-range strike against Brentford. (UK only).
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Thursday, 26 April 2012

Barnsley director backs FFP rules

Barnsley director Don Rowing expects the Financial Fair Play rules will bring sensible owners to Championship clubs.
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Threats to panel disgust McCoist

Rangers manager Ally McCoist is "disgusted" by threats made against the Scottish FA panel that gave them a transfer ban.
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Di Matteo tops Chelsea candidates

Caretaker boss Roberto di Matteo is the leading contender to become the next Chelsea manager on a permanent basis.
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Olympic football 'for amateurs'

Former England and Arsenal goalkeeper David Seaman believes Olympic football should be for amateur players and not professionals.
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Westley slams 'mediocre' Preston

Manager Graham Westley criticises his Preston squad, claiming they have "not got a clue what it takes to get success".
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'No Champions League for Spurs'

Tottenham's Vedran Corluka believes the club will miss out on Champions League qualification, blaming a lack of squad rotation.
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VIDEO: Chelsea will not beat Bayern - Savage

Robbie Savage answers the best of your tweets in Savage Says - this week Robbie assesses Chelsea's chances of beating Bayern Munich in the Champions League final.
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Matthews confident over signings

Celtic's Adam Matthews believes the absence of Rangers from the SPL would not hinder his club's pursuit of players.
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Mourinho wants Chelsea final win

Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho wants Chelsea to beat Bayern Munich in the Champions League final following his side's exit.
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Suspended Terry can lift trophy

Chelsea captain John Terry can lift the Champions League trophy if they win the final against Bayern Munich, Uefa confirms to BBC Sport.
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Five top-flight title clinchers

With the Manchester derby likely to decide the race for the Premier League, BBC Sport looks at five games that settled previous campaigns
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Vale move closer to takeover deal

Port Vale hope to have their takeover finalised and be out of administration by June.
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Cardiff have the edge - Campbell

Cardiff City are the favourites over Middlesbrough in the race to secure the Championship's final play-off spot says Andy Campbell.
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Team GB to face Brazil in warm-up

Great Britain's men's and women's football teams will face Brazil and Sweden respectively in Olympic warm-up games.
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QPR set to act over handshake row

QPR manager Mark Hughes will speak to his squad after Anton Ferdinand is advised not to shake John Terry's hand.
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Injured Adam to miss FA Cup final

Liverpool midfielder Charlie Adam will miss the FA Cup final after being ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury.
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VIDEO: I want Chelsea to win - Mourinho

Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho wants Chelsea's "heroes" to beat Bayern Munich in the Champions League final, after the Germans defeated his side on penalties.
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Trio listed for manager of year

Celtic's Neil Lennon, Motherwell's Stuart McCall and Derek Adams of Ross County are in contention for manager of the year.
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Owen 'ready' to have say in race

Manchester United striker Michael Owen says he must be ready to play a role in this season's Premier League title race
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Scotland U21 1-4 Italy U21

Islam Feruz becomes Scotland's youngest Under-21 international as Italy run out comprehensive winners at Easter Road.
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Di Matteo tops Chelsea candidates

Roberto di Matteo is the leading contender to become the next permanent Chelsea manager, the BBC understands.
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Job cuts at debt-hit Portsmouth

More jobs are cut at debt-hit Portsmouth prior to a meeting to try to pave the way for the club to exit administration.
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Mourinho wants Chelsea final win

Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho wants Chelsea to beat Bayern Munich in the Champions League final after his side lost to the German club on penalties.
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NI women suffer defeat by Hungary

Northern Ireland's women lose 1-0 to Hungary in their Euro 2013 qualifying game at Mourneview Park.
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Premier League photographer shortlist

Take a look at some of the pictures shortlisted in the Premier League Photographer of the 20 Seasons Awards.
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AUDIO: Villa in massive battle - Warnock

Aston Villa left-back Stephen Warnock says the club are in a "massive battle" to avoid relegation after the club lose to Bolton.
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City win will seal title - Keegan

Ex-Manchester City boss Kevin Keegan thinks they will win the Premier League if they win at home to local rivals Manchester United.
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The stark truth facing Rangers

BBC Sport's Matt Slater provides an in-depth look at the problems facing crisis club Rangers in their battle for survival
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Lampard 'gutted' for banned Terry

Frank Lampard is "gutted" that Chelsea captain John Terry will miss next month's Champions League final.
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A season like no other in Manchester

The title race has swung both ways during a memorable campaign, but will there be one final twist?
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Chelsea chief warns over stadium

Chelsea chief executive Ron Gourlay says the club will drop out of Europe's elite unless they move ground.
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VIDEO: The story of Chelsea's triumph

Chelsea's Didier Drogba, Frank Lampard, Petr Cech and Fernando Torres react to their extraordinary victory over Barcelona to reach the Champions League final, earning a 2-2 draw at the Nou Camp despite playing for much of the match with 10 men. (UK only)
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MHL to hand over Rangers papers

Sir David Murray's company is ordered to hand over copies of correspondence with Craig Whyte's lawyers over the sale of Rangers.
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Villa players to blame - Warnock

Aston Villa left-back Stephen Warnock backs under-fire manager Alex McLeish by blaming the players for the defeat by Bolton.
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I will not leave Villa - McLeish

Alex McLeish says he wants to fight on as Aston Villa manager despite fans' abuse during the defeat by Bolton.
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Clubs vote for financial changes

Championship clubs making losses of more than £6m will be fined or put under a transfer embargo from 2014-15.
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Di Matteo 'deserves to stay on'

Roberto di Matteo should stay in charge of Champions League finalists Chelsea for at least another year, says Avram Grant.
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R Madrid 2-1 B Munich (agg 3-3)

Bayern Munich will face Chelsea in the Champions League final after beating Real Madrid in a dramatic penalty shoot-out.
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Barnsley director backs FFP rules

Barnsley director Don Rowling expects the Financial Fair Play rules will bring sensible owners to Championship clubs.
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Guardiola to review Barca style

Barcelona boss Pep Guardiola admits defeat to Chelsea in the Champions League may have revealed tactical weaknesses in his side.
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Newport 0-1 Wrexham

Adrian Cieslewicz gives Wrexham victory in their Conference Premier Welsh derby against Newport County.
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Police probe threats to SFA panel

Police give security advice to members of a Scottish FA panel that punished Rangers after their identities are revealed.
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Wednesday, 25 April 2012

Pienaar bail after missing court

Everton footballer Steven Pienaar is given unconditional bail after missing a court hearing in Essex over speeding allegations.
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Terry apologises for sending-off

Chelsea's John Terry apologises to fans for the red card against Barcelona which rules him out of the Champions League final.
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October date for Gers cash claim

Rangers' administrator must wait until October to claim almost £30m in damages and money owed at the High Court in London.
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Derby will decide title - Keegan

Ex-Manchester City boss Kevin Keegan thinks they will win the Premier League if they win at home to Manchester United on Monday.
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VIDEO: Coyle praises Bolton character

Bolton manager Owen Coyle admits Aston Villa were the better team in the first half but says his players' "character and belief" saw them through to a 2-1 win.
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AUDIO: Chelsea win horrible to watch - Cahill

Chelsea's Gary Cahill reveals it was "horrible" to watch Chelsea's 2-2 draw with Barcelona after he suffered a hamstring injury.
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Gers survival 'prejudiced by SFA'

Rangers' administrators Duff & Phelps accuse the Scottish FA of "prejudicing the survival" of the club with its sanctions.
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VIDEO: Leicester 1-2 West Ham

West Ham come from behind to beat Leicester and take their battle with Southampton for automatic promotion to the Premier League to the final day of the season. (UK only)
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Aston Villa 1-2 Bolton

Aston Villa slump deeper into trouble near the foot of the Premier League with a home defeat by Bolton.
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McLeish will 'fight on' at Villa

Alex McLeish says he is determined to fight on as Aston Villa manager despite fans' abuse during the defeat by Bolton.
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Chelsea old guard rediscover resolve

Pat Nevin and Danny Mills on how Chelsea managed to overcome Barcelona to reach the Champions League final
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VIDEO: 'Nightmare' defeat for McLeish

Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish admits Bolton substitute Kevin Davies "made a difference" in the second half as he contributed to Bolton's 2-1 win over the hosts.
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Olympics not pinnacle for football - Cram

BBC athletics expert Steve Cram says competing in the Olympics should be an athlete's greatest honour, and in football it is not
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VIDEO: 'Incredible' result for Di Matteo

Chelsea manager Roberto di Matteo describes the 2-2 draw against Barcelona at the Nou Camp, which enabled Chelsea to progress to the Champions League final 3-2 on aggregate, as "incredible".
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Newcastle duo set to face Team GB

Newcastle strikers Papiss Cisse and Demba Ba are expected to face Team GB in their opening Olympic game.
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This could kill Rangers - McCoist

Manager Ally McCoist warns that the Scottish FA's sanctions against Rangers could put the club out of business.
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Pearce plans trip to see Beckham

Team GB boss Stuart Pearce will watch David Beckham play in the United States before deciding whether to name him in the Olympic squad.
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Pearce 'may name Euro 2012 squad'

Stuart Pearce could name England's Euro 2012 squad on or around 10 May if a new manager is not in place.
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AUDIO: Green commentary of dramatic Torres goal

Listen to BBC Radio 5 live's Alan Green's commentary on Fernando Torres's last-minute goal which secured Chelsea's progress to the Champions League final at the expense of holders Barcelona.
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Evans in rape conviction appeal

Footballer Ched Evans is to appeal against his conviction for rape, his lawyers confirm.
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Lafferty must learn now - McCoist

Suspended striker Kyle Lafferty can have a future at Rangers, insists Ibrox manager Ally McCoist.
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VIDEO: Pearce happy to name Euro squad

Caretaker boss Stuart Pearce says he could name England's Euro 2012 squad if a new manager is not in place and believes "everything is in place" should England appoint a new boss shortly before the tournament.
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This is Madrid's moment - Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo insists Real Madrid will overcome a one-goal deficit to beat Bayern Munich in the Champions League semi-finals.
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VIDEO: Guardiola feels Barcelona failed

Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola feels "huge sadness" and believes his side "failed" following their 2-2 draw with Chelsea.
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VIDEO: Ince and Lawro's all-time XI

Mark Lawrenson and Paul Ince debate which players deserve to be named in an all-time best Premier League XI.
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Di Matteo revels in Blues heroics

Chelsea boss Roberto di Matteo says his side's Champions League semi-final win over Barcelona is an "incredible achievement".
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Barcelona 2-2 Chelsea (agg 2-3)

Chelsea reach the Champions League final after surviving John Terry's red card to draw 2-2 in Barcelona and secure a remarkable 3-2 aggregate victory.
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Ferguson confirms Hazard interest

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson confirms his interest in Lille and Belgium playmaker Eden Hazard.
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No place on Leeds board for fans

Leeds United director Peter Lorimer does not envisage a member of the supporters trust having a place on the club's board.
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Gers survival 'prejudiced by SFA'

Rangers' administrator Duff & Phelps accuses the Scottish FA of "prejudicing the survival" of the club with its sanctions.
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Blatter supports Brazil's WC prep

Sepp Blatter says Brazil's preparations to host World Cup 2014 are on course despite not following "exactly what they promised."
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Rangers get 12-month transfer ban

Rangers owner Craig Whyte is banned for life by the SFA, which also hands the club a 12-month transfer embargo.
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Alexander faces up to retirement

Former Scotland international Graham Alexander concedes his playing career is over, but aims to continue as a coach at Preston.
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VIDEO: Pearce to pick on 'form and merit'

Team GB men's football coach Stuart Pearce says the squad for London 2012 will be picked on "form and merit" alone.
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VIDEO: Powell excited by Brazil challenge

Team GB women's football coach Hope Powell says the team's final match in the Olympic football group stages against Brazil at Wembley will be "a great game" for the team.
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GB women should progress - Powell

Hope Powell believes Team GB "have every chance of progressing" to the knockout phase at London 2012 if they prepare properly.
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Rangers suspend forward Lafferty

Rangers choose to suspend Kyle Lafferty for two weeks after the forward failed to report for duty at the weekend.
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Aston Villa v Bolton

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's game between Aston Villa and Bolton in the Premier League.
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Van Persie is FWA Player of Year

Arsenal captain Robin van Persie wins the Football Writers' Association award, having already collected the PFA prize.
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Tuesday, 24 April 2012

VIDEO: Van Persie volley sinks Liverpool

Arsenal's Robin van Persie scores a stoppage-time winner to give the Gunners a 2-1 victory over Liverpool in March 2012. (UK only)
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Club suspends rape case tweeter

A Sheffield United team-mate of Ched Evans is suspended over alleged Twitter comments after the jailed Wales international's rape conviction.
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Sligo Rovers 2-1 Crusaders

Crusaders qualify for a Setanta Cup final meeting with Derry City as Colin Coates' extra-time penalty helps see off Sligo Rovers.
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Pearce plans trip to see Beckham

Team GB boss Stuart Pearce says he will visit David Beckham in the United States ahead of picking his Olympic football squad.
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Simpson proud to overcome tragedy

Gary Simpson tells BBC's Late Kick Off he will always be proud of helping Macclesfield Town overcome two separate tragedies
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Chelsea can defeat Barca - Torres

Chelsea's Fernando Torres says the club's battling qualities can help beat Barcelona in their Champions League semi-final.
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Tough football draws for Team GB

Great Britain's women's football team will open the Olympic Games against New Zealand, while the men face Senegal.
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Chelsea have to score - Di Matteo

Roberto di Matteo says Chelsea need to score in the Champions League semi-final second leg against Barcelona on Tuesday.
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Mourinho expects to stay at Real

Jose Mourinho says he is not planning to leave Real Madrid this summer as he closes in on a league title in a fourth country.
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VIDEO: Olympic football's golden moments

A selection of memorable gold medal-winning moments from the four previous Olympic football tournaments. (UK only)
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Injury ends Ki's season at Celtic

Celtic midfielder Ki Sung-yueng is ruled out for the season after suffering a hamstring injury at the weekend.
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VIDEO: Highlights - New Zealand 1-2 England

England secure a vital result in their Women's World Cup campaign with a 2-1 win over New Zealand. (UK users only)
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Warrant for footballer's arrest

A warrant is issued for the arrest of footballer Steven Pienaar after he fails to appear at an Essex court to answer a speeding offence.
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Nolan hoping for Coventry favour

West Ham captain Kevin Nolan hopes relegated Coventry can do his side a favour in the automatic promotion race.
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Rangers fans voice outrage at SFA

Rangers supporters groups are outraged by penalties imposed on their club by the Scottish Football Association.
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Vorm happy to stay with Swansea

Netherlands goalkeeper Michel Vorm believes will remain at Swansea City beyond the current season.
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AUDIO: Next boss to be right fit - Wolves chief

Wolves chief executive Jez Moxey tells BBC Radio 5 live that there were not many candidates available to replace Mick McCarthy as Wolves manager and insists the club must take 'collective responsibility' for their relegation to the Championship.
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VIDEO: Drogba not a diver - Pique

Ahead of the second leg of Barcelona's Champions League semi-final against Chelsea, defender Gerard Pique says Blues striker Didier Drogba is not a diver and did not deliberately try to deceive the referee during the first leg.
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VIDEO: Chelsea must try to score - Di Matteo

Chelsea manager Roberto di Matteo admits his team will have to "try to score" against Barcelona in the second leg of their Champions League semi-final at the Nou Camp.
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Team GB poised for Olympic draws

Team GB's men and women will find out their Olympic football opponents at the Wembley on Tuesday.
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Senegal beat Oman for Olympic spot

Senegal claim the final place in the men's Olympic football tournament with a deserved 2-0 victory over Oman in a play-off match in Coventry.
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Leeds United 'harassment' claim

A former majority shareholder at Leeds United is suing two other directors over claims of harassment.
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Rangers owner is banned for life

Rangers owner Craig Whyte is banned for life by the Scottish Football Association, which also hands the club a 12-month transfer embargo.
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Di Matteo promises positive style

Roberto di Matteo says Chelsea need to score in the Champions League semi-final second leg against Barcelona in the Nou Camp on Tuesday.
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Moxey defends Connor appointment

Wolves chief executive Jez Moxey defends the sacking of manager Mick McCarthy with 13 games of the season left.
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Leicester 1-2 West Ham

West Ham come from behind to beat Leicester and take the race for automatic promotion to the Premier League to the final day.
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Dunne returns to Villa training

Richard Dunne could feature in Aston Villa's final two Premier League games after returning to training on Monday.
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GB-Brazil set for Olympic warm-up

The Great Britain football team are expected to face Brazil at Middlesbrough in a warm-up for the London Olympics this summer.
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Thomson to referee Old Firm clash

Craig Thomson will take charge of the final Old Firm game of the season at Celtic Park on Sunday.
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Man City owner happy with Mancini

Man City owner Sheikh Mansour indicates Roberto Mancini will remain manager even if they do not win the Premier League.
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Bolton boss rues 'freak injuries'

Owen Coyle says Bolton have had a "freak season in terms of injuries" as he prepares to give a debut to 18-year-old Josh Vela.
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VIDEO: MOTD3 with Brendan Rodgers

Colin Murray is joined by Alan Shearer and Robbie Savage and Swansea boss Brendan Rodgers to discuss the latest twists and turns in the Premier League title race.
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Further delay in Rangers takeover

Rangers' administrators say they have yet to receive an offer for the club that will enable them to name a preferred bidder.
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Chelsea to defy odds - Gudjohnsen

Striker Eidur Gudjohnsen believes Chelsea can beat Barcelona to reach the Champions League final.
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Club probe into rape case tweets

Sheffield United launch an inquiry into Twitter comments by a club team-mate of Ched Evans after the Wales international was jailed for rape.
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VIDEO: Very expensive taxi for Savage

Robbie Savage makes what could be the most expensive bet of his life after promising to buy a new taxi for a cab driver if Newcastle finish in the top four.
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Walker wins PFA Young Player gong

Tottenham defender Kyle Walker is named PFA Young Player of the Year, beating Sergio Aguero and Danny Welbeck.
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Monday, 23 April 2012

VIDEO: Van Persie scores sublime volley

PFA player of the year Robin van Persie scores a volley for Arsenal in their 1-0 win over Everton in December.
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'Special' Powell wins Alex awards

Crewe assistant manager Neil Baker says Nick Powell has the potential to be the best ever graduate from the Alex academy.
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Marriner to ref Manchester derby

Andre Marriner is named as referee for Manchester City versus Manchester United on 30 April.
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Barcelona v Chelsea (agg 0-1)

Chelsea hope to welcome back Didier Drogba for the Champions League semi-final second leg against holders Barcelona.
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Balotelli handed Euro 2012 boost

Italy coach Cesare Prandelli insists Manchester City's Mario Balotelli remains an integral part of his Euro 2012 plans.
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Connor talks with Wolves on hold

Interim Wolves manager Terry Connor says his future and that of the club's players will be discussed at the end of the season.
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Thomson to referee Old Firm clash

Craig Thomson will referee the final Old Firm game of the season at Celtic Park on Sunday.
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Reo-Coker piles pressure on Villa

Bolton midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker insists all of the pressure is on Aston Villa as he returns to face his former club on Tuesday.
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VIDEO: Kyle Walker's derby winner for Spurs

Watch Tottenham defender Kyle Walker's spectacular long-range strike against Arsenal from earlier this season.
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PFA explains Evans place in team

PFA chief executive Gordon Taylor defends the decision to name jailed Sheffield United striker Ched Evans in the League One team of the year.
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Motherwell 0-3 Celtic

Tony Watt scores twice on his Celtic debut as the SPL champions hinder Motherwell's European ambitions.
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