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BBC Sport - Football

BBC Sport - Football


Italy FA president handed racism ban

Posted: 07 Oct 2014 08:45 AM PDT

The president of the Italian football federation, Carlo Tavecchio, is banned for six months by Uefa for making a racist remark.

Jokanovic in for McKinlay at Watford

Posted: 07 Oct 2014 03:40 AM PDT

Ex-Chelsea midfielder Slavisa Jokanovic replaces Billy McKinlay as Watford boss, eight days after the Scot took charge.

FBI probed threats to Man Utd owners

Posted: 07 Oct 2014 08:18 AM PDT

The FBI probed threats of violence made against late Manchester United owner Malcolm Glazer and his family, documents reveal.

'Move Olympics' for 2022 World Cup

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 11:48 PM PDT

Europe's top clubs say the 2022 Winter Olympics may have to be moved to accommodate the Qatar World Cup that year.

Di Matteo takes over as Schalke boss

Posted: 07 Oct 2014 03:32 AM PDT

Former Chelsea and West Bromwich Albion manager Roberto Di Matteo takes over as the new manager of German club Schalke.

De Gea considered leaving Man Utd

Posted: 07 Oct 2014 01:52 AM PDT

David de Gea says he considered leaving Manchester United because of the criticism he received early on at the club.

Tuesday's gossip column

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 11:45 PM PDT

Man City make Reus enquiry, Man United want Villa pair, McKinlay set to leave Watford, plus more.

Bale wins FAW award for fourth time

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 02:07 PM PDT

Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale is named the Football Association of Wales player of the year for a record fourth time.

Keane reveals fight with Schmeichel

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 01:43 PM PDT

Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane reveals in a new book that he fought with team-mate Peter Schmeichel.

Manager faces twin in first game

Posted: 07 Oct 2014 02:25 AM PDT

Ex-Wimbledon defender Alan Kimble will face twin brother Garry in his first game in charge of Maldon & Tiptree.

'Players can shine after Eto'o era'

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 08:41 AM PDT

The next generation of Cameroon players can show star quality in the absence of Samuel Eto'o', says ex-player Patrick Mboma.

VIDEO: Top 50 FA Cup goals: Traore's own-goal

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 10:21 PM PDT

BBC Sport looks back at 50 iconic FA Cup goals in the build-up to the first round proper, which takes place in November.

VIDEO: I don’t feel the pressure, says Bale

Posted: 07 Oct 2014 12:29 AM PDT

Gareth Bale says there is no added pressure on him for Wales' Euro 2016 qualifiers despite injuries to Aaron Ramsey and Joe Allen.

VIDEO: Billy Connolly reunited with Scottish Cup

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 09:23 AM PDT

Scottish comedian Billy Connolly speaks after making the draw for the third round of the Scottish Cup and says he was pleased for Hamilton in their 1-0 victory over his team Celtic.

Blatter must go for 'good of sport'

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 12:19 PM PDT

Michael Hershman, an expert in transparency, tells BBC Sport that Fifa president Sepp Blatter must leave.

Long-term gains for Accies as Celtic seek answers

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 11:33 AM PDT

As both managers call for perspective, BBC Scotland's Richard Wilson is not wholly surprised by Hamilton's win at Celtic Park.

McGhee confident of Scots potential

Posted: 07 Oct 2014 08:47 AM PDT

Mark McGhee is confident the Scotland squad can handle the new-found expectation levels around the national team.

Three players out of Wales squad

Posted: 07 Oct 2014 04:00 AM PDT

Defenders James Collins and Paul Dummett as well as midfielder Lee Evans out of Wales' Euro 2016 qualifiers.

VIDEO: Irish League Show - Ports go top in tight race

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 12:17 PM PDT

Joel Taggart and Chris Morgan take a look at the big talking points from the Irish Premiership as Portadown return to the top of the table in the tight title race.

England a tight-knit group - Milner

Posted: 07 Oct 2014 08:13 AM PDT

England duo James Milner and Adam Lallana insist there are no factions in the national team's dressing room.

Beckenbauer reveals ‘surprise’ at Qatar win

Posted: 07 Oct 2014 07:27 AM PDT

German football legend Franz Beckenbauer reveals he did not expect Qatar to be picked as the host for the 2022 World Cup.

Football365 | Manchester Utd

Football365 | Manchester Utd


De Gea considered United exit

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 03:55 PM PDT

David de Gea admits he is glad he stayed at Manchester United after considering quitting the club two years ago.

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Keane lifts lid on Fergie bust-up

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 02:30 PM PDT

Roy Keane has revealed a sweary bust-up with Sir Alex Ferguson and Carlos Queiroz led to his Manchester United exit.

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More revelations from Keane

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 11:13 AM PDT

Roy Keane has used his updated autobiography to make a series of controversial claims.

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Howey: Keane challenge shock

Posted: 07 Oct 2014 02:53 AM PDT

Steve Howey said the Manchester City players were ‘shocked’ when they saw Roy Keane’s challenge on Alf-Inge Haaland.

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Football365 | England

Football365 | England


Clyne targets England role

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 11:32 PM PDT

Nathaniel Clyne hopes to become England’s regular right-back after forcing his way into Roy Hodgson’s selection plans.

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Johnson: Break is bad for me

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 03:42 PM PDT

Glen Johnson admits the international break was the last thing he needed after making his comeback from injury.

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Dyke admits 'foreign' option

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 09:08 AM PDT

Football Association chairman Greg Dyke is open to the idea of a foreign manager succeeding Roy Hodgson as England boss.

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England still keen on Grealish

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 08:46 AM PDT

England have not given up hope of tempting Jack Grealish away from the Republic of Ireland.

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Football365 | Premier League News


Kaboul happy under old hero

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 03:59 PM PDT

Tottenham captain Younes Kaboul is learning a lot from old hero Mauricio Pochettino.

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Keane lifts lid on Fergie bust-up

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 02:30 PM PDT

Roy Keane has revealed a sweary bust-up with Sir Alex Ferguson and Carlos Queiroz led to his Manchester United exit.

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Kaboul: No more City shame

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 06:04 AM PDT

Captain Younes Kaboul is confident that Tottenham will not suffer another embarrassing defeat against Manchester City.

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Courtois cleared of injury

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 06:13 AM PDT

Chelsea's Thibaut Courtois has been given the all-clear following tests on the head injury he suffered against Arsenal.

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Fernandes hits back at critics

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 05:16 AM PDT

Tony Fernandes is willing to take blame for QPR's dismal start to the season and intends to stand by manager Harry Redknapp.

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Pochettino still loves Saints

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 09:11 AM PDT

Mauricio Pochettino says he still ‘loves’ Southampton despite leading new club Tottenham to a victory over them.

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Falcao eyeing long United stay

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 09:30 PM PDT

Radamel Falcao scored his first goal in English football and then spelled out his desire to remain at Manchester United.

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De Gea considered United exit

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 03:55 PM PDT

David de Gea admits he is glad he stayed at Manchester United after considering quitting the club two years ago.

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Lampard may extend City stay

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 03:07 AM PDT

Frank Lampard has refused to rule out the possibility of extending his loan spell at Manchester City.

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Burnley boss backing strikers

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 03:49 PM PDT

Burnley manager Sean Dyche believes his strikers can deliver in the Premier League this season.

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Wilshere: We must be ruthless

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 04:14 PM PDT

Jack Wilshere admits Arsenal need to improve in front of goal if they are to maintain a title challenge this season.

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Robertson impresses Hull boss

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 03:59 PM PDT

Hull City boss Steve Bruce reckons defender Andrew Robertson can become a major star at the top level.

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Wenger: No regrets over row

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 11:21 PM PDT

Arsene Wenger does not regret his touchline push on Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho in Arsenal’s defeat at Stamford Bridge.

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Terry: Still a long way to go

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 07:32 AM PDT

Chelsea captain John Terry has urged his side to avoid complacency following their impressive start to the season.

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Van Gaal in warning to rivals

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 11:57 PM PDT

Louis van Gaal has warned Manchester United's rivals his side will only get better after returning to the top four.

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Johnson: Break is bad for me

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 03:42 PM PDT

Glen Johnson admits the international break was the last thing he needed after making his comeback from injury.

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Rodgers: Sterling will stay

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 02:27 AM PDT

Brendan Rodgers is "adamant" Raheem Sterling is staying at Liverpool and insists the youngster will sign a new deal.

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Clyne aiming high for England

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 03:46 PM PDT

Nathaniel Clyne has yet to make his England debut but the right-back is already targeting a regular role in Roy Hodgsons starting line-up

Wilshere demands killer instinct

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 03:46 PM PDT

Jack Wilshere accepts Arsenal will have to quickly find their cutting edge in attack if they are to make a lasting impact on the Barclays Premier League title race

Bale sets record at Welsh awards

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 01:16 PM PDT

Gareth Bale has set a new record after being voted Welsh footballer of the year for the fourth time

Injured Ramos withdraws from Spain squad

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 11:46 AM PDT

Experienced defender Sergio Ramos withdrew from Spains squad for the upcoming Euro 2016 qualifiers with Slovakia and Luxembourg on Monday dealing a blow to coach Vicente del Bosque who admitted recently that a lack of depth of classy central defenders was a problem area for him

Tesco store in Keane book blunder

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 11:16 AM PDT

Tesco has launched an investigation after one of its stores committed a huge blunder by selling copies of Roy Keanes autobiography three days early

Slade appointed Cardiff boss

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 10:46 AM PDT

Cardiff have named Russell Slade as their new first team manager

Arsenal show grit and determination but fall short of wily Chelsea

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 09:54 AM PDT

On the evidence of Sundays game against the league leaders Arsenal have made some progress but more is still needed to truly compete at the very top level

Costa won't risk fitness

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 08:31 AM PDT

Diego Costa has reassured Chelsea he will not play in Spains upcoming Euro 2016 qualifiers against Slovakia and Luxembourg if he is not fully fit

Dyke warning for next England boss

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 08:01 AM PDT

Football Association chairman Greg Dyke is open to the idea of a foreigner succeeding Roy Hodgson - as long as the manager in question has a deep understanding of the English game

UEFA punishes Partizan over banner

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 07:01 AM PDT

UEFA has ordered Partizan Belgrade to play their next Europa League home game with a partial closure of their stadium after an anti-Semitic banner was displayed in their fixture against Tottenham

Allardyce hails Hammers new boys

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 06:46 AM PDT

Sam Allardyce has hailed the impact of West Hams summer signings and admits he is shocked at how fast his new recruits have taken to life in the Barclays Premier League

Southgate keen on Grealish

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 06:46 AM PDT

Gareth Southgate has revealed England have not given up hope of tempting Aston Villa starlet Jack Grealish away from the Republic of Ireland

Taarabt: Don't blame Harry

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 06:16 AM PDT

QPR manager Harry Redknapp is not to blame for the teams position at the bottom of the Barclays Premier League according to Rangers midfielder Adel Taarabt

Terry: Nothing won yet

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 06:01 AM PDT

John Terry is thrilled with Chelseas fine start to the Premier League season but insists it is just that - the beginning

Courtois gets all-clear after head injury

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 05:47 AM PDT

Chelsea announced on Monday that their goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has been given the all-clear after he sustained a head injury during his sides 2-0 win over Arsenal

Petrov back playing football again

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 05:31 AM PDT

Former Aston Villa captain Stiliyan Petrov is back playing football with Solihull-based Wychall Wanderers over-35s

Rodgers: Sterling happy at Reds

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 04:46 AM PDT

Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers has revealed the club have spoken to Raheem Sterlings representatives about a new deal - and insists the winger is happy to stay at Anfield

Kaboul: We are ready for City test

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 04:31 AM PDT

Tottenham were embarrassed home and away by Manchester City last season but captain Younes Kaboul is confident there will be no such humbling when the teams meet again in a fortnight

Juve win prompts scrutiny of Serie A officials

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 04:16 AM PDT

A whiff of scandal wafted over Italys Serie A for the first time this season after a dramatic top-of-the-table clash that saw champions Juventus defeat challengers Roma 3-2 in a bad-tempered clash in Turin

Villa set for Melbourne debut

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 04:02 AM PDT

Spains record goalscorer David Villa could make his debut for Melbourne City FC against Sydney FC this weekend after completing his first training session with his new club

Niko Kranjcar left out from Croatia squad despite sparkling QPR performances

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 03:40 AM PDT

Niko Kovac the manager of Vatreni has decided to give a chance to three players for the next two qualifiers who havent yet featured any national games

Wenger unlikely to face push action

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 02:46 AM PDT

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is unlikely to face any disciplinary action from the Football Association for pushing Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho during a heated touchline bust-up in Sundays Barclays Premier League match at Stamford Bridge

Arsenal are two players away from being a title-winning side

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 02:41 AM PDT

Though chanting on the outside Arsenal fans must have been chafing on the inside on Sunday as their beloved side slumped to an all too familiar 2-0 loss at the hands of Chelsea

Chelsea vs. Arsenal: 3 Major Takeaways from the London Derby

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 02:33 AM PDT

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Victor Valdes to join Liverpool during international break

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 02:28 AM PDT

The Reds have had a rough time winning matches at the beginning of the season

Bright future ahead of Munir El Haddadi

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 02:12 AM PDT

Vicente del Bosque was not pleased to see his team getting knocked out from the World Cup in the group stage

Lampard could stay at City

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 01:46 AM PDT

Frank Lampard has not dismissed the possibility of his loan at Manchester City being extended

Falcao eyeing long stay

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 11:16 PM PDT

Radamel Falcao scored his first goal in English football and then spelled out his desire to remain at Manchester United beyond the end of the season

I regret nothing - Wenger

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 10:46 PM PDT

Arsene Wenger was adamant he had no need to reproach himself after shoving Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho in Sundays 2-0 loss at Stamford Bridge

Football365 | Arsenal

Football365 | Arsenal


Wenger facing no FA action

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 06:49 AM PDT

Arsene Wenger will not face punishment for shoving Jose Mourinho during Arsenal's defeat at Chelsea on Sunday.

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Wenger: No regrets over row

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 11:21 PM PDT

Arsene Wenger does not regret his touchline push on Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho in Arsenal’s defeat at Stamford Bridge.

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Football365 | Liverpool

Football365 | Liverpool


Conte defends Balotelli omission

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 06:56 AM PDT

Italy coach Antonio Conte has defended his decision to again omit Mario Balotelli from the national team.

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Rodgers: Sterling will stay

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 02:27 AM PDT

Brendan Rodgers is "adamant" Raheem Sterling is staying at Liverpool and insists the youngster will sign a new deal.

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Henderson makes his point

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 04:04 PM PDT

Jordan Henderson admits there will not be many repeats of him bellowing orders at the Liverpool captain.

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BBC Sport - Football

BBC Sport - Football


Chelsea rebuked over Courtois injury

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 07:35 AM PDT

Chelsea's handling of Thibaut Courtois's head injury in their win over Arsenal is criticised by a brain injury charity.

Partizan punished for Spurs banner

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 07:46 AM PDT

Partizan Belgrade will have to play their next Europa League in a partially closed stadium after they displayed an anti-Semitic banner against Tottenham.

Wenger does not regret Mourinho push

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 01:23 PM PDT

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says he does not regret shoving Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho during a heated touchline spat.

Cardiff set to confirm Slade as boss

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 02:44 AM PDT

Cardiff City are finally expected to appoint former Leyton Orient boss Russell Slade as their new manager on Monday

Coleman among Republic withdrawals

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 05:48 AM PDT

Seamus Coleman, James McCarthy and Shay Given will miss the Republic of Ireland's Euro 2016 qualifier against Gibraltar.

Northern Ireland v Faroe Islands

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 05:31 AM PDT

Manchester United teenager Paddy McNair is set to replace his injured club team-mate Jonny Evans in the Northern Ireland squad.

Man Utd potential excites Van Gaal

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 09:46 AM PDT

Boss Louis van Gaal says Manchester United are in the top four despite not playing well for a whole match this season.

Real Madrid 5-0 Athletic Bilbao

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 03:44 PM PDT

Cristiano Ronaldo scores a record-equalling 22nd La Liga hat-trick to help Real Madrid crush Athletic Bilbao 5-0.

Allardyce praises West Ham's Downing

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 12:42 PM PDT

West Ham manager Sam Allardyce thinks Stewart Downing is the Premier League's best midfielder on current form.

Paris St-Germain 1-1 Monaco

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 02:59 PM PDT

Monaco grab a late equaliser against French champions Paris St-Germain, who are seven points behind leaders Marseille.

Bale Euro 2016 boost for Wales

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 08:23 AM PDT

Star player Gareth Bale joins the Wales squad ahead of their Euro 2016 qualifiers against Bosnia-Hercegovina and Cyprus.

Brabin replaces Foyle at Southport

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 03:15 AM PDT

Conference strugglers Southport appoint Gary Brabin as their new manager after parting company with Martin Foyle.

Ljungberg tips Indian League success

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 01:00 PM PDT

Former Arsenal and Celtic winger Freddie Ljungberg says the inaugural Indian Super League will be a success.

Three teams stay in WSL title hunt

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 09:50 AM PDT

The Women's Super League title chase will go to the wire after a pulsating penultimate round of matches.

VIDEO: Top 50 FA Cup goals: Luton shock Norwich

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 10:23 PM PDT

BBC Sport looks back at 50 iconic FA Cup goals in the build-up to the first round proper, which takes place in November.

VIDEO: Wenger philosophy 'needs tweaking'

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 10:15 PM PDT

Mark Chapman is joined by Phil Neville, Trevor Sinclair and Martin Keown to discuss the talking points from the weekend's Premier League action.

VIDEO: 'Everything is rosy' for Allardyce

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 11:34 AM PDT

Sam Allardyce says "everything is rosy" after his West Ham United side eased to a 2-0 victory over Queens Park Rangers at Upton Park.

VIDEO: Premier League: Seven key stats

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 10:18 PM PDT

BBC Sport looks at some of the key statistics form the weekend's games in the Premier League.

VIDEO: Highlights - Celtic 0-1 Hamilton

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 04:08 PM PDT

Ali Crawford gives Hamilton Academical their first win at Celtic Park since 1938 and in doing so moves his team to the top of the Scottish Premiership. Commentary is by BBC Scotland's Liam McLeod.

VIDEO: Highlights - Inverness CT 1-1 Ross County

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 04:11 PM PDT

Marley Watkins scores for Inverness to cancel out Yoann Arquin's opener for Ross County but Mark Brown's heroics in the County goal deny Inverness the win. Commentary by John Barnes.

VIDEO: Lack of goals a concern for Redknapp

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 11:53 AM PDT

Queens Park Rangers manager Harry Redknapp is concerned by the lack of goals from his front men following his side's 2-0 loss at West Ham.

Mourinho and Wenger bust-up and Man Utd fourth

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 04:06 PM PDT

From Arsene Wenger's shove on Jose Mourinho to Manchester United winning again, Phil McNulty discusses the weekend's talking points.

Garth Crooks's team of the week

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 02:12 PM PDT

Which Manchester City player rewarded Manuel Pellegrini's faith by producing one of the moments of the weekend?

Why women suffer more knee injuries

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 06:58 AM PDT

Alistair Magowan asks if the number of knee injuries are down to wider hips, synthetic pitches and too many games.

Leaders Hamilton reassess league aim

Posted: 06 Oct 2014 02:39 AM PDT

Chairman Les Gray admits top-of-the-table Hamilton Accies may rethink their targets after a blistering start to the campaign.

Ludlow relishing Wales challenge

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 11:16 PM PDT

Jayne Ludlow is excited by the challenges ahead after succeeding Jarmo Matikainen as Wales' new Women's team manager.

Patterson earns cup replay for Derry

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 10:07 AM PDT

Rory Patterson scores a late equaliser for Derry City in Sunday's FAI Cup semi-final against Shamrock Rovers in Dublin.

Keeper not to blame after 22-0 defeat

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 10:49 PM PDT

Cheadle Town prove that even losing 22-0 has its positives as Russia U19s help put the non-league club on the football map.

'Crafty Chelsea stop Arsenal rhythm'

Posted: 05 Oct 2014 01:57 PM PDT

MOTD2 analysis of how Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho exploited an old Arsenal weakness during their match at Stamford Bridge.