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BBC Sport - Football

BBC Sport - Football


SPL agrees league reform package

Posted: 07 May 2013 06:46 AM PDT

Scottish Premier League clubs unanimously agree on a package of measures that would deliver a merged league body for next season.

Gerrard to have shoulder surgery

Posted: 07 May 2013 08:04 AM PDT

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard is to have an operation on a recurrent shoulder problem this week.

Benitez hints at Mourinho return

Posted: 07 May 2013 06:58 AM PDT

Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez adds to the speculation over Jose Mourinho's possible return to Stamford Bridge.

Wolves dismiss manager Saunders

Posted: 07 May 2013 01:52 AM PDT

Wolverhampton Wanderers sack manager Dean Saunders after 20 games in charge following the club's relegation to League One.

Millwall manager Jackett resigns

Posted: 07 May 2013 03:19 AM PDT

Millwall announce they have reluctantly accepted the resignation of manager Kenny Jackett.

Man City v West Brom

Posted: 05 May 2013 08:50 AM PDT

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's game between Man City and West Brom in the Premier League.

Wigan v Swansea

Posted: 05 May 2013 08:48 AM PDT

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's game between Wigan and Swansea in the Premier League.

Di Canio prepared for crucial finale

Posted: 07 May 2013 01:19 AM PDT

Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio says his side's home match with Southampton on Sunday will be a "Champions League final".

Luiz was laughing at fans - Benitez

Posted: 07 May 2013 08:37 AM PDT

Rafael Benitez says David Luiz was laughing at fans and not trying to get Manchester United's Rafael sent off.

Schurrle closes in on Chelsea switch

Posted: 07 May 2013 05:14 AM PDT

Andre Schurrle closes on Chelsea move as Bayer Leverkusen say they think he has signed a pre-contract deal with the Blues.

Mourinho reacts to Pepe criticism

Posted: 07 May 2013 07:35 AM PDT

Jose Mourinho says Pepe's criticism of him stems from the defender's frustration at losing his starting spot to a 20-year-old.

Chelsea return 'not very special'

Posted: 07 May 2013 07:57 AM PDT

Tottenham manager Andre Villas-Boas plays down his return to Chelsea on Wednesday, saying it is 'not very special'.

Goalkeeper Jensen leaves Burnley

Posted: 07 May 2013 02:26 AM PDT

Goalkeeper Brian Jensen leaves Burnley after 10 years with the club who have not offered him a new contract.

Arrest won't eclipse award - Higdon

Posted: 07 May 2013 12:45 AM PDT

Michael Higdon hopes his season will be remembered for being Scotland's player of the year rather than his subsequent arrest.

Torquay appoint Knill as manager

Posted: 07 May 2013 04:34 AM PDT

Torquay United appoint Alan Knill as the club's new manager following Martin Ling's recent dismissal.

Hessenthaler leaves Gillingham role

Posted: 07 May 2013 07:06 AM PDT

Andy Hessenthaler leaves his position as director of football at Gillingham with a view to returning to management.

New date for abandoned SPL match

Posted: 07 May 2013 07:42 AM PDT

Sunday's abandoned SPL match between Kilmarnock and Hibernian is rearranged for Wednesday, 15 May.

MacDonald positive on Swindon stay

Posted: 07 May 2013 06:05 AM PDT

Kevin MacDonald is positive he will remain in charge of Swindon despite reports he is only tied to a short-term deal.

Ferguson declines to discuss future

Posted: 07 May 2013 04:51 AM PDT

Peterborough United manager Darren Ferguson insists it is too soon to discuss his future at the club.

Torquay unprofessional, says Ling

Posted: 07 May 2013 04:12 AM PDT

Former Torquay United boss Martin Ling claims the club were "unprofessional" in the way they dismissed him.

Nicholls is 'as good as Foster'

Posted: 07 May 2013 12:56 AM PDT

Northampton Town boss Aidy Boothroyd praises on-loan keeper Lee Nicholls, comparing him to England's Ben Foster.

VIDEO: Benitez questioned on Mourinho

Posted: 07 May 2013 07:17 AM PDT

Chelsea manager Rafael Benitez says "everybody knows" who will be Blues boss next season.

VIDEO: Villas-Boas responds to Szczesny

Posted: 07 May 2013 08:42 AM PDT

Tottenham manager Andre Villas-Boas plays down comments made by Wojciech Szczesny, saying the Arsenal goalkeeper is "entitled to say what he wants".

VIDEO: Sunderland deserved more - Di Canio

Posted: 06 May 2013 03:22 PM PDT

Manager Paolo Di Canio believes Sunderland "deserved more" than the point they earned in a 1-1 home draw with Stoke.

VIDEO: 'Fortunate' point pleases Pulis

Posted: 06 May 2013 03:01 PM PDT

Manager Tony Pulis admits Stoke were "fortunate in some respects" to take a point from their 1-1 draw at Sunderland.

VIDEO: Johnson proud of Yeovil team

Posted: 07 May 2013 04:31 AM PDT

Yeovil manager Gary Johnson tells BBC Somerset he is proud of the achievements of his whole team after they reached the League One play-off final.

VIDEO: Davies hopes to continue playing

Posted: 07 May 2013 04:00 AM PDT

Kevin Davies tells BBC Late Kick Off North West that he wants to continue his playing career despite leaving Bolton.

Ajax legacy safe in De Boer’s hands

Posted: 06 May 2013 11:17 PM PDT

Frank de Boer is at the heart of his squad - and an Ajax man through and through, says European football expert Andy Brassell

Rangers board bid to oust Murray

Posted: 07 May 2013 09:08 AM PDT

Chairman Malcolm Murray could be on his way out at Rangers after losing a vote of confidence at a board meeting.

Swansea City form 'not good enough'

Posted: 07 May 2013 03:48 AM PDT

Swansea City team captain Ashley Williams admits the team have struggled for form in the league since winning the Capital One Cup.

Boyce collects player of year award

Posted: 07 May 2013 12:04 AM PDT

Cliftonville striker Liam Boyce wins the Northern Ireland Football Writers Player of the Year award.

Who has made Garth Crooks's team of the week?

Posted: 06 May 2013 03:37 PM PDT

As the season draws to a close, which players are producing the goods when it maters?

Dortmund get 500,000 ticket requests

Posted: 07 May 2013 03:08 AM PDT

Borussia Dortmund receive more than 500,000 ticket applications for their Champions League final against Bayern Munich.

Football365 | England

Football365 | England


Everton boss David Moyes backs Phil Jagielka to become England regular

Posted: 07 May 2013 01:42 AM PDT

David Moyes believes Phil Jagielka can establish himself as an England regular if he believes in his own ability.

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Football365 | Premier League News


Paolo Di Canio delighted with players after Sunderland drew 1-1 with Stoke

Posted: 06 May 2013 03:37 PM PDT

Paolo Di Canio was delighted with his players after Sunderland drew 1-1 with Stoke City.

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Tony Pulis pleased with point after Stoke draw 1-1 at Sunderland

Posted: 06 May 2013 03:34 PM PDT

Tony Pulis felt Stoke City picked up a 'hard-earned point' at Sunderland and remains hopeful of a top-10 finish.

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John O'Shea hopes goal against Stoke is valuable for Sunderland

Posted: 06 May 2013 03:20 PM PDT

John O'Shea is hoping his equaliser against Stoke will prove to be 'very valuable' in Sunderland's fight for survival.

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Premier League: Ten-man Sunderland drew 1-1 with Stoke thanks to John O'Shea goal

Posted: 06 May 2013 02:58 PM PDT

Ten-man Sunderland drew 1-1 with Stoke City at the Stadium of Light in the Premier League on Monday.

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Stephane Mbia denies using Twitter to try to get return to Marseille from QPR

Posted: 06 May 2013 01:09 PM PDT

QPR midfielder Stephane Mbia has denied using Twitter to express his interest in a move away from the relegated club.

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Norwich City have confirmed that Kei Kamara's loan spell with the club has ended

Posted: 06 May 2013 08:50 AM PDT

Norwich City have confirmed that Kei Kamara's loan spell with the club has ended.

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Cole hopes Carroll will stay

Posted: 06 May 2013 08:37 AM PDT

Midfielder Joe Cole believes everyone at West Ham would like to see on-loan striker Andy Carroll extend his stay at Upton Park.

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Newcastle midfielder Yohan Cabaye rejects claims of disharmony at St James' Park

Posted: 06 May 2013 07:55 AM PDT

Yohan Cabaye is the latest player to reject claims that there is disharmony in the Newcastle camp.

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Premier League: David Moyes frustrated by lack of Everton funds

Posted: 06 May 2013 08:02 AM PDT

David Moyes has admitted his frustration at the lack of financial muscle at Everton amid speculation over his future.

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Rush: Suarez ban length harsh

Posted: 06 May 2013 07:37 AM PDT

Former Liverpool striker Ian Rush believes Luis Suarez's 10-game ban is "a bit harsh" and says he has been "absolutely superb" this season.

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Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny questions Tottenham's quality

Posted: 06 May 2013 06:18 AM PDT

Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny has criticised arch-rivals Tottenham as the race for fourth heats up.

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Juan Mata targets Champions League place for Chelsea with victory over Tottenham

Posted: 06 May 2013 06:32 AM PDT

Juan Mata is hoping to confirm UEFA Champions League football for Chelsea by beating Tottenham on Wednesday.

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Premier League: Relegation-threatened Wigan face Swansea at DW Stadium

Posted: 06 May 2013 05:10 AM PDT

Team news ahead of Tuesday's Premier League clash between Wigan and Swansea at the DW Stadium (kick-off 7.45pm).

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Premier League: Manchester City host West Brom at the Etihad Stadium

Posted: 06 May 2013 05:01 AM PDT

Team news ahead of Tuesday's clash between Manchester City and West Brom at the Etihad Stadium (kick-off 7.45pm).

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Newcastle midfielder Jonas Gutierrez feels the team are showing fight

Posted: 06 May 2013 03:32 AM PDT

Newcastle midfielder Jonas Gutierrez insists the team are showing the fight needed to stay in the Premier League.

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RvP can't wait for trophy joy

Posted: 06 May 2013 04:41 AM PDT

Robin van Persie cannot wait to get his hands on the Premier League trophy next Sunday, saying: "I had to wait a long time to be a champion."

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Kenyon backs Mourinho return

Posted: 06 May 2013 04:22 AM PDT

Chelsea's former chief executive Peter Kenyon believes Roman Abramovich should bring Jose Mourinho back to Stamford Bridge.

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Stoke boss Tony Pulis says he has received no bids for Asmir Begovic

Posted: 06 May 2013 02:09 AM PDT

Tony Pulis insists there is no guarantee that Asmir Begovic will be leaving Stoke City, with no bids received as yet.

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Agbonlahor hails Villa youngsters

Posted: 06 May 2013 03:04 AM PDT

Gabriel Agbonlahor feels Aston Villa's young guns have "stepped up to the plate" to help drive the team towards Premier League safety.

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Karacan tips McCarthy for the top

Posted: 06 May 2013 02:47 AM PDT

Reading have a £20million future England goalkeeper in Alex McCarthy, according to team-mate Jem Karacan.

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Hughton plotting Norwich rescue

Posted: 06 May 2013 02:30 AM PDT

Chris Hughton admits he is in for some sleepless nights this week as he tries to work out a way of keeping Norwich in the Premier League.

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Williams focused on strong finish

Posted: 06 May 2013 02:17 AM PDT

Ashley Williams admits Swansea have taken their eye off the ball during their poor run of results since winning the Capital One Cup.

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Rodgers wants summer signings

Posted: 06 May 2013 02:13 AM PDT

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers admits the Merseyside derby highlighted why he needs reinforcements this summer.

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Larsson not dwelling on past hurt

Posted: 06 May 2013 02:03 AM PDT

Sebastian Larsson is refusing to allow Sunderland's fight for Premier League survival to rekindle memories of relegation with Birmingham.

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Shakhtar Donetsk midfielder Fernandinho wants Manchester City transfer

Posted: 06 May 2013 01:35 AM PDT

Shakhtar Donetsk midfielder Fernandinho has openly expressed his desire to become a Manchester City player.

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Sunderland 1-1 Stoke: Match Report

Posted: 06 May 2013 03:31 PM PDT

Brentford set up Glovers final

Posted: 06 May 2013 01:17 PM PDT

Brentford survived more last-minute agony to secure a trip to Wembley after beating Swindon on penalties following a dramatic 3-3 draw

Brentford 3-3 Swindon: Match Report

Posted: 06 May 2013 01:01 PM PDT

Sunderland V Stoke At Stadium Of Light : LIVE

Posted: 06 May 2013 12:23 PM PDT

Killie pay tribute to 'devoted' fan

Posted: 06 May 2013 12:17 PM PDT

Kilmarnock have paid tribute to the truly devoted supporter who died after collapsing during their abandoned game against Hibernian

Schurrle closer to Chelsea switch

Posted: 06 May 2013 11:47 AM PDT

Andre Schurrles projected move to Chelsea has moved a step closer to becoming reality after Bayer Leverkusens general manager Wolfgang Holzhauser revealed his suspicion that the player has already signed a deal with the Barclays Premier League club

Higdon arrested in assault probe

Posted: 06 May 2013 11:17 AM PDT

Motherwell striker Michael Higdon experienced a dramatic reversal of fortunes on Monday morning when he was arrested over an alleged assault - hours after collecting the PFA Scotland player of the year award

AVB: I've learnt from past mistakes

Posted: 06 May 2013 08:47 AM PDT

Andre Villas-Boas says he has had to make big changes to his management style because of the mistakes he made at Chelsea

Cole hopes Carroll will stay

Posted: 06 May 2013 08:47 AM PDT

Midfielder Joe Cole believes everyone at West Ham would like to see on-loan striker Andy Carroll extend his stay at Upton Park

Man City V West Brom at Etihad Stadium : Match Preview

Posted: 06 May 2013 08:31 AM PDT

Mbia hints Marseille return

Posted: 06 May 2013 08:17 AM PDT

QPR midfielder Stephane Mbia appears to be angling for a move back to former club Marseille after Rangers dropped out of the Barclays Premier League

How soft refereeing robbed Liverpool and Everton of derby drama

Posted: 06 May 2013 08:13 AM PDT

They call it the 'friendly derby' but Sunday's clash between Liverpool and Everton looked a little too much like a kickabout in a pub carpark for most viewers' tastes

Cabaye: Newcastle are united

Posted: 06 May 2013 07:47 AM PDT

Yohan Cabaye is the latest Newcastle player to stress there is unity within the Magpies squad

Mata wants strong finish

Posted: 06 May 2013 07:24 AM PDT

Juan Mata has vowed to shake off any weariness to ensure Chelsea complete their troubled and epic season with success in two European challenges

Szczesny in dig at Spurs

Posted: 06 May 2013 07:17 AM PDT

Wojciech Szczesny has reignited his war of words with Tottenham by claiming that Arsenals north London rivals do not have enough quality to finish inside the top four this season

Kompany excited by Lukaku challenge

Posted: 06 May 2013 07:17 AM PDT

Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany is relishing the prospect of locking horns with his compatriot Romelu Lukaku when the Blues host West Brom on Tuesday night

Could Manchester United sign Columbia international Quintero?

Posted: 06 May 2013 07:06 AM PDT

Manchester United are considering a move for new Colombia international midfielder Juan Fernando Quintero

Wigan V Swansea at The DW Stadium : Match Preview

Posted: 06 May 2013 07:01 AM PDT

Five defenders Liverpool could and should sign

Posted: 06 May 2013 06:55 AM PDT

Liverpool are looking to sign Brazilian defender Douglas on a free transfer

Borussia Dortmund hoping Chelsea beat Bayern to Lewandowski singing

Posted: 06 May 2013 06:44 AM PDT

Borussia Dortmund are desperate for Chelsea to beat off rivals Bayern Munich and buy their star striker Robert Lewandowski

Van Persie ready for trophy presentation

Posted: 06 May 2013 04:17 AM PDT

Robin van Persie cannot wait to get his hands on the Premier League trophy

Award winner Higdon arrested

Posted: 06 May 2013 04:17 AM PDT

Motherwell striker Michael Higdon has been arrested over an alleged assault hours after being crowned PFA Scotland Player of the Year

Redknapp: Townsend's future bright

Posted: 06 May 2013 03:47 AM PDT

Harry Redknapp believes Andros Townsend will have a bright Barclays Premier League future after proving his credentials at QPR

Agbonlahor hails Villa youngsters

Posted: 06 May 2013 03:47 AM PDT

Gabriel Agbonlahor feels Aston Villas young guns have stepped up to the plate to help drive the team towards Barclays Premier League safety

Chelsea V Tottenham - From an Arsenal fans perspective

Posted: 06 May 2013 03:27 AM PDT

The mid-week fixture between the Blues and the Spurs is shaping out as the biggest London derby and probably one of the most important matches this season in terms of Champions League qualification that will surely have ramifications on the top 4 aspirations of not only the two clubs involved in the match but also on the third London club in contention – Arsenal

Villas-Boas expects funds in summer

Posted: 06 May 2013 03:17 AM PDT

Andre Villas-Boas has been assured that he will have money to spend this summer - even if Tottenham do not qualify for the Champions League

United, Chelsea? Where next for Cristiano Ronaldo

Posted: 06 May 2013 03:08 AM PDT

Cristiano Ronaldo arguably the best active football player after Lionel Messi is the cause of hot rumours in the football transfer market and speculations are running wild as to where he might finally play next season

The tarnish on Wolves' old gold should only be temporary

Posted: 06 May 2013 03:02 AM PDT

They're not the first of the 'grand old clubs' to suffer the indignity

Is Dzeko to be the makeweight if Cavani joins Manchester City?

Posted: 06 May 2013 02:59 AM PDT

It appears that Manchester City's pursuit of Edinson Cavani may at last be entering the home stretch

Williams focused on strong finish

Posted: 06 May 2013 02:47 AM PDT

Ashley Williams admits Swansea have been guilty of taking their eye off the ball during their poor run of results since winning the Capital One Cup but is confident of finishing the season strongly

Aston Villa Player of the Season: Christian Benteke

Posted: 06 May 2013 02:34 AM PDT

Such is the hype surrounding the young Belgian Christian Benteke right now that if you asked any man in the street who Villa's star performer has been they would say his name

Blair Turgott: West Ham wonder-kid scores hat-trick in QPR friendly

Posted: 06 May 2013 02:26 AM PDT

At the age of 8 Blair Turgott joined the reputable West Ham United academy

Shea made to wait at Stoke

Posted: 06 May 2013 02:17 AM PDT

Brek Shea will have to wait until next season to try to make his mark at Stoke

Mancini will stick with Pantilimon

Posted: 06 May 2013 01:17 AM PDT

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini will not change his decision to leave Joe Hart out of his side for the FA Cup final

Bantams to repeat Wembley approach

Posted: 06 May 2013 12:47 AM PDT

Phil Parkinson insists Bradford will treat the npower League Two play-off final in the same manner that they approached their Capital One Cup final appearance earlier this season

Boothroyd hails Nicholls

Posted: 06 May 2013 12:47 AM PDT

Aidy Boothroyd was quick to hail Lee Nicholls after the goalkeeper inspired Northampton to the npower League Two play-off final following a 2-0 aggregate win over Cheltenham

Benitez: We're in the driving seat

Posted: 06 May 2013 12:47 AM PDT

Chelsea boss Rafael Benitez hailed a massive victory after his side tightened their grip on a Champions League place with a narrow win at Manchester United

Ferguson not impressed by Luiz

Posted: 06 May 2013 12:47 AM PDT

Sir Alex Ferguson accused Chelsea defender David Luiz of elbowing Rafael to spark the incident which saw the right-back become the first Manchester United player to be sent off this season

Moyes fumes over disallowed goal

Posted: 06 May 2013 12:17 AM PDT

Everton manager David Moyes complained that another decision went against his side to deny him a first win at Anfield

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Football365 | Arsenal


Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny questions Tottenham's quality

Posted: 06 May 2013 06:18 AM PDT

Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny has criticised arch-rivals Tottenham as the race for fourth heats up.

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AW still wants Walcott out wide

Posted: 06 May 2013 01:18 AM PDT

Arsene Wenger will resist the temptation to play Theo Walcott centrally more often despite him netting his 20th goal of the season at QPR.

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