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New owners have plans to make Man City bigger and better

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 22:38:16 GMT

Man City's new owners have opened talks with the council with a view to buying the City of Manchester Stadium and turning the surrounding area into a 'City World' complex.

Agony for Hamilton as he's denied pole by Massa's late show

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 16:41:22 GMT

Brazilian produces a superb late lap to snatch pole position for Sunday's historic Singapore Grand Prix ahead of Briton

Problems for Alonso as Massa beats Hamilton into pole

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 16:25:54 GMT

Felipe Massa produced a superb late lap to snatch pole position for tomorrow's historic Singapore Grand Prix ahead of Lewis Hamilton.

Laura proves Wimbledon was no fluke as Brit super teen storms into semis

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 00:22:31 GMT

Tzipi Obziler was tough enough to serve her compulsory two years in the Israeli army, but she did not have the fortitude to halt Laura Robson's run at her debut professional tournament.

Night rider Hamilton sets blistering pace on the roads of Singapore

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 00:22:31 GMT

That corner of a foreign field that is forever England belonged to Lewis Hamilton when he set the fastest time in practice ahead of Formula One’s first night race in Singapore.

Westwood is in the pink as he takes advantage of purple patch

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 00:22:31 GMT

Only on a day out to a zoo full of flamingos would you have seen so many creatures dressed in pink. Either that, or a San Francisco nightclub.

Wolves chief McCarthy sings the praises of 'sexy' midfielder Henry

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 00:06:57 GMT

Molineux is awash with goals after Wolves’ best start to a season in 46 years, but those with jealous eyes aren’t homing in on Mick McCarthy’s‘sexy’ players.

Celtic boss Strachan insists his new Parkhead rotation policy will benefit his Bhoys

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 00:06:57 GMT

The concept of squad rotation is not entirely to everyone’s taste. At Chelsea, Claudio Ranieri’s obsession with juggling his resources earned him the nickname ‘ The Tinkerman’. Later, at Liverpool, Rafa Benitez became a cause celebre for the chattering classes when he dared to chop and change his star names.

Hoops boss Strachan emulates Sir Alex by giving rotation a chance

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 00:06:57 GMT

Gordon Strachan has revealed how Sir Alex Ferguson provided the inspiration for his new squad-rotation policy, implemented in the aftermath of the Old Firm defeat to Rangers.

Big Phil praises the big throw as Chelsea set to face Stoke and Delap

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 00:06:57 GMT

Luiz Felipe Scolari heaped praise on Stoke manager Tony Pulis and long-throwing phenomenon Rory Delap. 'Maybe it's not beautiful football - but it's effective,' he said

How Villa keeper Brad's all-America approach is working with kids

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 00:06:57 GMT

Aston Villa keeper Brad Friedel was a kid who could have been just about anything. Before college, he was offered scholarships to play 'soccer' as well as basketball and tennis.

Keane will not quit the Stadium of Light after midweek Carling Cup horror show

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 00:06:57 GMT

After his row with a handful of fans following their woeful Carling Cup win against NorthamptonKeane has insisted that he will not be walking away from Sunderland.

Twelve years at Arsenal and Wenger admits: 'I spend all my time worrying'

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 23:51:25 GMT

Arsene Wenger celebrates 12 years in charge of Arsenal but the Frenchman, known at The Professor, admits he has been fighting thoughts about retirement for some time.

Ferguson on guard against Bolton's Davies after week of crunching tackles

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 23:51:25 GMT

Sir Alex Ferguson can be forgiven for treating the visit of Bolton's Kevin Davies with trepidation after one of his young players was this week subjected to an atrocious tackle.

Twelve years in the Arsenal job and Wenger admits: 'I spend all my time worrying'

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 23:04:51 GMT

Arsene Wenger celebrates 12 years in charge of Arsenal tomorrow and admits he has been fighting thoughts about retirement for some time. ‘I told my wife: "At 55, I stop, I promise you" and at 55, I said 60. Now I don’t speak any more,’ said the 58-year-old Arsenal manager.

Ferguson on guard against Bolton's Davies after a week of crunching tackles

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 22:49:22 GMT

Sir Alex Ferguson can be forgiven for treating the visit of Bolton's Kevin Davies today with trepidation after one of his young players was this week subjected to an atrocious tackle.

New owners have big plans to make City bigger and better

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 22:33:49 GMT

Manchester City's new owners have opened talks with the local council with a view to buying the City of Manchester Stadium and turning the surrounding wastelands into a "City World" hotel and leisure complex.

Toon cult hero Mick Quinn says Joe Kinnear has been out of game too long

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 16:21:41 GMT

Former Newcastle striker Mick Quinn claims Magpies supporters will be 'underwhelmed' by the appointment of Joe Kinnear as interim manager by owner Mike Ashley.

Poland and Ukraine confirmed as 2012 hosts - but warned on stadium building

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 14:17:54 GMT

Poland and Ukraine have won a reprieve from UEFA and will remain as Euro 2012 joint hosts - but with a warning to speed up their building preparations for the tournament.

Fergie: There'll be fun and games at Anfield with card-happy Riley in charge

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 14:17:53 GMT

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has spoken of his amazement that referee Mike Riley will be in charge of tomorrow's Merseyside derby.

Wembley set to stage glitzy Champions League Final in 2011

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:42:46 GMT

Wembley Stadium will be awarded the 2011 Champions League final, UEFA sources have said, after resolving taxation issues with the British government.

Gerrard: Liverpool boss Benitez has improved me as a player

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:12:02 GMT

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard hailed manager Rafael Benitez for helping him to improve his all-round game as he prepares to return to the side for the Merseyside derby.

Mendes rescue act at Thistle has doused the flames of Ibrox anger

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 08:03:23 GMT

Pedro Mendes breezed into Rangers less than 72 hours after Champions League 'Calamity in Kaunas', as shoulders slumped and bottom lips trembled inside Murray Park.

After scoring, Spurs' Pavlyuchenko declares: Now I'll crack the language

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 07:32:09 GMT

Roman Pavlyuchenko, who scored his first goal for Spurs in their 2-1 Carling Cup victory at Newcastle last night, says he will soon crack his next target - the English language.

Spurs striker Pavlyuchenko declares: Now I'll crack the language

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:49:21 GMT

Roman Pavlyuchenko, who scored his first goal for Spurs in their 2-1 Carling Cup victory at Newcastle last night, says he will soon crack his next target - the English language.