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Andy Carroll chases World Cup place after sealing record £15.5m move to West Ham

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:55:32 +0100

Andy Carroll hopes his club record move to West Ham United will help him cement a place in the England squad ahead of the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. The 24-year-old forward has finalised what is understood to have been a club record £15.5m deal, plus a further £2m in add-ons, from Liverpool after passing a medical.

Mike Ashley wants blood after last season's trauma at Newcastle - and it won't stop with Derek Llambias

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:55:32 +0100

There are 40 million reasons why Mike Ashley has stopped listening to anyone who was at St James' Park last season: £40m is the amount Newcastle United have spent since they finished fifth in the Premier League at the end of the 2011-12 season. That is how much it cost the club's owner to endure a season spent fighting relegation.

Jamie Carragher can see why Luis Suarez wants move to Real Madrid

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:55:32 +0100

Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has defended the behaviour of Luis Suarez by saying that any player would be interested in joining Real Madrid.

Exclusive: Newcastle's star talent-spotter on brink as Joe Kinnear sparks walkout

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:55:32 +0100

Graham Carr's future at Newcastle United is in doubt after another day of drama at the trouble-torn club.

Barcelona doctor reveals concerns over Neymar's weight

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:47:15 +0100

Brazil forward Neymar is on the light side and might need to bulk up a bit for Spanish football, his new club Barcelona said today.

Manchester City face possible reunion with Mario Balotelli

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:28:26 +0100

Manchester City face a possible reunion with former striker Mario Balotelli in Germany this summer.

Premier League fixtures: Jose Mourinho welcomes home start for Chelsea

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:26:14 +0100

Jose Mourinho has admitted it will be an emotional occasion for his first match back as Chelsea manager to be at Stamford Bridge - even though visitors Hull City have vowed to do spoil his return party.

Club-by-club 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:05:16 +0100

The fixture list for the 2013/14 Premier League season has been announced . Find out where your team will be heading next season by clicking the name of your team below...

West Ham confirm arrival of Liverpool striker Andy Carroll in deal that could cost them £48.5m

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:30:26 +0100

Andy Carroll has ended his Liverpool nightmare after West Ham confirmed they had signed the England striker on a permanent basis.

West Ham 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 14:00:02 +0100

Analysis: How will the fixture list shape up the 2013/14 Premier League season?

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:56:38 +0100

The fixture list for the new season has been unveiled - and while we knew it would involve 38 games per team and playing every side home and away, the order of the matches has created some interesting scenarios.

West Brom 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:55:50 +0100

Tottenham 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:52:05 +0100

Swansea City 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:48:05 +0100

Sunderland 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:44:04 +0100

Stoke City 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:40:02 +0100

Southampton 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:35:00 +0100

Norwich City 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:30:31 +0100

Newcastle United 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:25:54 +0100

Manchester United 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:21:59 +0100

Manchester City 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:18:02 +0100

Liverpool 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:13:31 +0100

Hull City 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:08:09 +0100

BT vs Sky: Ofcom launches investigation into BSkyB's alleged refusal to share Sky Sports channels on 'fair terms' with rival

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:06:04 +0100

The battle for armchair sports fans escalated today after regulator Ofcom launched an investigation into BSkyB's alleged refusal to share its Sky Sports channels with BT on “fair terms”.

Fulham 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:03:49 +0100

Everton 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:59:30 +0100

Crystal Palace 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:54:50 +0100

Premier League fixture list unveiled: David Moyes and Jose Mourinho on an early collision course

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:52:14 +0100

The fixtures for the 2013/14 Premier League season have been revealed as anticipation over a new season increases.

Chelsea 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:49:56 +0100

Cardiff 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:43:20 +0100

Premier League - 10 key fixtures for the 2013/14 season

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:39:29 +0100

The fixtures for the 2013-14 Barclays Premier League season were released this morning.

Aston Villa 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:36:29 +0100

Newcastle manager Alan Pardew breaks his silence over the appointment of Joe Kinnear - sort of...

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 11:57:25 +0100

Alan Pardew has spoken for the first time since Joe Kinnear was appointed as Newcastle's director of football and Derek Llambias resigned as managing director.

Arsenal 2013/14 Premier League fixture list

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 11:53:26 +0100

Fan protest: Why we're marching on Premier League HQ

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 11:12:49 +0100

To coincide with today's release of the 2013/14 fixture list, fans are marching on Premier League headquarters in London to express their anger at ticket prices. Here, Football Supporters' Federation chief executive Kevin Miles explains their position...

Franco Baldini joins Tottenham as technical director

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 10:38:23 +0100

Tottenham have confirmed the appointment of former England assistant manager Franco Baldini as technical director at the Barclays Premier League club.

Newcastle defender Danny Simpson set to join QPR

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 10:33:49 +0100

Danny Simpson is set to sign for Queens Park Rangers today.

Gerard Pique says Barcelona must keep Thiago Alcantara amid interest from Manchester United

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 09:54:37 +0100

Gerard Pique has declared that Barcelona must try and talk Manchester United target Thiago Alcantara into staying at the Catalan club after the midfielder netted a hat-trick in Spain's 4-2 win over Italy in the European Under-21 Championship final.

Scottish Premier League fixture list unveiled: Celtic begin title defence at home

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 09:43:31 +0100

Celtic start their defence of the Scottish Premier League title at Parkhead against last season's surprise package.

Championship fixture list unveiled: QPR begin at home against Sheffield Wednesday

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 09:32:55 +0100

Harry Redknapp's rebuilding mission at QPR will start on August 3 when Sheffield Wednesday visit Loftus Road on the first day of the new Championship season.

FA Cup final to take place after the end of the Premier League season

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 09:31:23 +0100

The FA Cup final has returned to its historic place at the end of the domestic season next term.

Derek Llambias resigns as managing director of Newcastle following appointment of Joe Kinnear

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 09:21:30 +0100

Derek Llambias, Newcastle's managing director, has resigned from his position with immediate effect.

Mike Ashley tightens his control by making Joe Kinnear top man at Newcastle - and weakens Alan Pardew's in the process

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:00:17 +0100

Mike Ashley yesterday handed Joe Kinnear the reins to run Newcastle United so that the billionaire Sports Direct owner can gain a tighter control over his football club. Kinnear has signed a three-year contract as his position as the club’s director of football was finally confirmed.

Steve Tongue: Newcastle director of football Joe Kinnear was one of the boys and a breath of fresh air... 21 years ago

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:00:03 +0100

When Joe Kinnear became manager of Wimbledon in January 1992 he was a breath of fresh air. None of the foul air with which he greeted the North-east media on arrival there some 17 years later; but someone who got on famously with players, staff, fans and reporters alike. What endeared all those groups to him over the next eight seasons, even more than his hail-fellow-well-met attitude, was the success he brought to a financially struggling club that within a few years of his departure following ill health had effectively ceased to exist.

Chelsea striker Fernando Torres makes Jose Mourinho plea

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:00:03 +0100

Fernando Torres has reiterated his commitment to Chelsea and hopes he has a role to play under "demanding" new manager Jose Mourinho.

Liverpool expected to complete deal for £6m Spanish winger Luis Alberto in next 48 hours

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:00:00 +0100

Liverpool expect to have wrapped up a deal within 48 hours to sign the 20-year-old Spanish winger Luis Alberto from Seville for around £6m.

Brighton warn LMA over Gus Poyet defence

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:20:03 +0100

Brighton have threatened to take action against the League Managers' Association over the dispute with Gus Poyet. The suspended manager was defended by the LMA after he failed to attend a disciplinary hearing at the club on Monday.

Italy Under-21s 2 Spain Under-21s 4 match report: Thiago Alcantara's hat-trick seals European Championship for Spanish youngsters

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:57:47 +0100

Even on another night of glorious combination football from Spain, it was the individual triumph of Thiago Alcantara which won their second consecutive European Under-21 Championship.

Communications: A good week for terrible interviews. Starring Joe Kinnear and Miss Utah

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:54:02 +0100

He may have mastered the interview for the job of director of football at Newcastle United, but Joe Kinnear made a complete hash of an interview on TalkSport the day after signing his contract.

Gareth Southgate emerges as early favourite to replace Stuart Pearce as England Under-21 manager

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:50:25 +0100

Gareth Southgate could be set for a return to the Football Association, after becoming early favourite to replace Stuart Pearce as England Under-21 manager.

Iran and South Korea qualify for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:31:34 +0100

Iran produced a resolute defensive display to snatch a 1-0 away win over South Korea today and qualify for the World Cup finals in Brazil.

Jermaine Pennant signs new one-year deal with Stoke City

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:25:52 +0100

Stoke have confirmed that winger Jermaine Pennant has signed a new one-year deal with the club.

Stoke City: Latest transfer rumours and completed deals

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:45:32 +0100

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Heads up: Aston Villa signing Nicklas Helenius and the tallest players in football

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:34:14 +0100

Aston Villa today announced the signing of Nicklas Helenius from Aalborg.

Deal for Liverpool striker Andy Carroll could cost West Ham up to £46m

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:40:12 +0100

Andy Carroll is on the verge of completing a permanent move to West Ham in a deal that could cost the east London club up to £46m.

Aston Villa sign giant striker Nicklas Helenius from Aalborg

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:13:01 +0100

Aston Villa have completed the signing of striker Nicklas Helenius from Aalborg.

Stuart Pearce's reign as England Under-21 manager brought to an end

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:06:41 +0100

England are looking for a new manager for their Under-21 side after Stuart Pearce was told that his contract will not be renewed. The news was hardly unexpected after a poor showing at this month's European Championship, in which England lost all three group games for the first time ever.

'I trust that he has a plan for me': Chelsea striker Fernando Torres hopeful he will feature in Jose Mourinho's plans

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:37:09 +0100

Fernando Torres has reiterated his commitment to Chelsea and is hoping he has a role to play under “demanding” new Blues coach Jose Mourinho.

Liverpool make 'very good offer', but it's not enough for Sevilla to sell Luis Alberto

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:16:12 +0100

Sevilla appear to be holding out for a better price for midfielder Luis Alberto, despite sporting director Ramon Verdejo admitting Liverpool have made a “very good” offer.

Football League announce six opening day fixtures to mark 125th anniversary

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:10:58 +0100

The Football League has announced six special league fixtures to be played on the opening weekend of next season to mark its 125th anniversary.

French footballers Franck Ribery and Karim Benzema in court over charges of paying for sex with under-age prostitute

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:02:27 +0100

Two French international footballers who are charged with paying for sex with an underage prostitute appeared in court in Paris today.

Today's transfer talk: Tottenham prepare £15m move for Paulinho; Bacary Sagna and Laurent Koscielny want Arsenal stay; Liverpool in for 'wonderkid'

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:59:51 +0100

Welcome to silly season, the time of year when stories of clubs spending ludicrous sums of money on players you've never heard of is par for the course. We take a look at some of today's most intriguing rumours...

Cardiff City: Latest transfer rumours and completed deals

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:55:36 +0100

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Arsenal: Latest transfer rumours and completed deals

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:55:29 +0100

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Aston Villa: Latest transfer rumours and completed deals

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:53:30 +0100

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Cesc Fabregas insists he has not spoken to Manchester United or Arsenal about a possible move

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:51:10 +0100

Cesc Fabregas has again reiterated his desire to remain at Barcelona and has denied he has received any offers amid reported interest from Manchester United and Arsenal.

Chelsea: Latest transfer rumours and completed deals

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:50:48 +0100

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Manchester City: Latest transfer rumours and completed deals

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:41:36 +0100

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Australia beat Iraq to qualify for 2014 World Cup

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:36:59 +0100

Australia left it late but beat Iraq 1-0 to become the second country to qualify for the 2014 World Cup finals in front of 80,000 rain-soaked but euphoric fans at Sydney's Olympic Stadium on today.

Liverpool: Latest transfer rumours and completed deals

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:30:40 +0100

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Hull City: Latest transfer rumours and completed deals

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:26:49 +0100

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Everton: Latest transfer rumours and completed deals

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:19:50 +0100

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Crystal Palace: Latest transfer rumours and completed deals

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:12:12 +0100

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Southampton: Latest transfer rumours and completed deals

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:00:31 +0100

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Manchester United: Latest transfer rumours and completed deals

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:50:49 +0100

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Newcastle United: Latest transfer rumours and completed deals

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:46:16 +0100

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Manchester United add another date to mammoth pre-season tour

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:39:57 +0100

Manchester United have added another game to their mammoth 24,500-mile pre-season schedule.

Norwich City: Latest transfer rumours and completed deals

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:29:57 +0100

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Swansea City: Latest transfer rumours and completed deals

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:17:03 +0100

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Sunderland: Latest transfer rumours and completed deals

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:15:15 +0100

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Transfer speculation: Liverpool will demand Luis Suarez makes official transfer request

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:09:41 +0100

Liverpool will force Luis Suarez to hand in a written transfer request if the striker is serious about wanting to leave the club, according to reports.

Tottenham Hotspur: Latest transfer rumours and completed deals

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:01:48 +0100

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West Brom: Latest transfer rumours and completed deals

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:00:12 +0100

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Steven Reid agrees new contract at West Brom

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:25:40 +0100

West Brom have confirmed defender Steven Reid has signed a new one-year contract with the club.

Confederations Cup: Despite suffering thrashing, goal for Tahiti against Nigeria sparks wild celebrations

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 09:42:03 +0100

Tahiti suffered a 6-1 thrashing by Nigeria in the Confederations Cup yesterday although the amateurs did find the net as Jonathan Tehau scored at both ends when they made their debut in a major tournament.

Confederations Cup: Japan are the favourites against Italy claims Azzurri coach Cesare Prandelli

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 09:33:53 +0100

Japan are favourites to beat Italy in the Confederations Cup on Wednesday because of their Italian manager and the fact they have had more rest, according to Azzurri coach Cesare Prandelli.

Former Manchester United chief David Gill on a collision course with Manchester City over financial role

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 01:00:00 +0100

David Gill, the former Manchester United chief executive who has been an ardent advocate of Financial Fair Play (FFP), will chair the Uefa committee with ultimate power to recommend bans on clubs in breach of the new spending rules.

European Under-21 Championships final: Spanish starlets poised to take up the mantle

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 01:00:00 +0100

While the Spain senior team set about trying to add the Confederations Cup to their current world and European crowns, the Under-21 side are, starting this afternoon, trying to become champions again. They face Italy in Jerusalem hoping to retain their European Under-21 title. They have, naturally enough, been the best team in the tournament so far and they have some remarkably gifted players who we might be lucky enough to see more of in the future:

Joe Kinnear accuses Newcastle supporters of 'talking out their backsides' during bizarre rant to explain appointment as director of football

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:56:39 +0100

Joe Kinnear caused further alienation with Newcastle's support last night during a bizarre radio interview in which he accused them of talking out of their backsides.

Alan Pardew set to issue new director of football Joe Kinnear with a warning: I am still the manager of Newcastle United

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Alan Pardew is ready to tell his Newcastle paymasters and the club's new director of football, Joe Kinnear, that he remains in sole control of the first team.

Chelsea target £10m France midfielder Geoffrey Kondogbia

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:46:37 +0100

The French midfielder Geoffrey Kondogbia, who has just finished his first season at Seville, is a key Chelsea target as they seek to sign a defensive midfielder as part of their squad strengthening over the summer.

Hope Powell says the gap between England and the top nations is closing

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:00:58 +0100

Hope Powell takes her England squad to the women’s European Championship in Sweden next month knowing that the gap between Europe’s top nations is starting to close. England are not favourites for Euro 2013, but Powell – who announced her squad of 23 on Monday - is confident that she is dragging the women’s game in the right direction.

West Ham United: Latest transfer rumours and completed deals

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:30:47 +0100

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Hearts go into administration

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:27:17 +0100

Hearts are to go into administration, Press Association Sport understands.

New Wigan manager Owen Coyle denies he will make move for Kevin Davies

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:15:46 +0100

New Wigan manager Owen Coyle has ruled out the possibility of taking his former Bolton captain Kevin Davies to the DW Stadium.

Liverpool striker Andy Carroll set for medical at West Ham

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:13:25 +0100

Liverpool have moved a step closer to offloading Andy Carroll with the striker set for a medical at West Ham.

Brighton manager Gus Poyet misses disciplinary hearing

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:11:19 +0100

Gus Poyet's future as Brighton manager is no clearer after he failed to attend a disciplinary hearing at the club due to “disputed legal reasons”.

FA deny banning bagpipes from Wembley for match between England and Scotland

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:09:30 +0100

Football Association chiefs have denied they are set to ban the Tartan Army from playing bagpipes when England host Scotland in a Wembley friendly.

Exclusive: Cristiano Ronaldo advised to stay at Real Madrid for further 18 months before making possible switch to Manchester United

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 16:57:47 +0100

Cristiano Ronaldo is privately being urged to wait 18 months before making his last big move in football – a strategy which could place him within financial reach of Manchester United.