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Team News: Sami Hypia makes three changes for Bayer Levekusen
Bayer Leverkusen manager Sami Hypia makes three changes for this afternoon's home match against Hamburger SV in the Bundesliga.
Dec 15, 14:09
Stewart Downing celebrates scoring for Liverpool
Stewart Downing: 'I'm free to leave Liverpool'
Stewart Downing reveals that Brendan Rodgers will allow him to leave Liverpool in January if he is desperate to find first-team football elsewhere.
Dec 15, 13:48
Oscar and David Luiz
David Luiz open to midfield return
David Luiz admits that he enjoyed a rare match in central midfield against Monterrey and is open to making the change permanent.
Dec 15, 05:57
Tim Cahill
Sunderland, Queens Park Rangers show Tim Cahill interest
New York Red Bulls midfielder Tim Cahill is available on a short-term loan deal and has attracted interest from Sunderland and Queens Park Rangers, according to reports.
Dec 15, 05:41
Michael Clarke is caught out for 74 against Sri Lanka on December 15, 2012
Australia declare on 450-5
Australia take the decision to declare at 450-5 on day two of a rain-affected first Test against Sri Lanka in Hobart.
Dec 15, 05:28
Michu
European giants in for Swansea City striker Michu
Shakhtar Donetsk and Anzhi Makhachkala have both shown an interest in signing Swansea City forward Michu, according to reports.
Dec 15, 05:10
Chelsea manager Rafa Benitez at the Stadium of Light on December 8, 2012
Rafael Benitez impressed by strength in depth
Rafael Benitez believes that the quality in all areas of Chelsea's squad will help them overcome Corinthians in Sunday's World Club Cup final in Japan.
Dec 15, 04:54
Branislav Ivanovic
Branislav Ivanovic hails "important" moment
Branislav Ivanovic insists that Chelsea will treat tomorrow's World Club Cup final against Corinthians as a chance to make history.
Dec 15, 04:30
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Ross Pearson knocks out George Sotiropoulos
Ross Pearson knocks down George Sotiropoulos in three successive rounds on the way to a dominant stoppage victory at UFC on FX 6 in Queensland, Australia.
Dec 15, 04:13
Raheem Sterling tugs the shirt of Ben Davies as they chase the ball on November 25, 2012
Arsenal join Raheem Sterling race?
Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Liverpool starlet Raheem Sterling if he decides not to sign a new contract at Anfield.
Dec 15, 03:59
A shocked Arsene Wenger holds his hand to his mouth
Arsene Wenger: 'Our players are hurting'
Arsene Wenger insists that his players are hurt and focused on putting things right following their shock defeat to Bradford City.
Dec 15, 03:40
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers instructs his team on December 6, 2012
Brendan Rodgers insists on aiming high
Brendan Rodgers insists that Liverpool are aiming higher than a fourth-place finish this season and warns against setting a minimum expectation for the campaign.
Dec 15, 03:28
Mark Clattenburg
Roberto Mancini slams Mark Clattenburg over Gareth Barry ban
Roberto Mancini accuses fourth official Mark Clattenburg of provoking Gareth Barry into making comments which led to the midfielder's one-match ban for abusive language.
Dec 15, 03:13
Wayne Rooney strikes again to score his second goal of the match against Reading on December 1, 2012
Wayne Rooney eyes Sunderland revenge
Wayne Rooney is desperate to punish Sunderland fans for cheering when Manchester United were denied the league title on the final day of last season, according to reports.
Dec 15, 02:53
Nemanja Vidic
Nemanja Vidic determined to silence doubters
Nemanja Vidic admits that he was driven throughout his comeback from a knee injury to prove his critics wrong.
Dec 15, 02:40
Michael Clarke is caught out for 74 against Sri Lanka on December 15, 2012
Australia add 65 runs to overnight total
Australia lose Michael Clarke early on day two of the first Test against Sri Lanka, but add 66 runs to their overnight total before lunch in Hobart.
Dec 15, 02:27
Man City's Samir Nasri takes on the Borussia Dortmund defence on December 4, 2012
Samir Nasri battling severe migraine trouble
Samir Nasri is battling a severe migraine problem which is at its worst in cold conditions, according to reports.
Dec 15, 02:12
Australian Paul Nicholson throws during his match at Alexandra Palace on December 14, 2012
Paul Nicholson relishing Robert Thornton clash
Paul Nicholson admits he has struggled this season but still feels confident that his best game can match Robert Thornton when the two clash in the World Darts Championship second round.
Dec 15, 00:57
Adrian Lewis at the World Darts Championship on December 14, 2012
Adrian Lewis reveals opening night nerves
Defending world champion Adrian Lewis admits that he struggled to control nerves during his 3-1 win over Gino Vos on the opening night of the World Darts Championship.
Dec 15, 00:44
An upset David Silva holds his hand to his face after the final whistle on November 21, 2012
David Silva expects Manchester City improvement
David Silva thinks that Manchester City are good enough to catch title rivals Manchester United and retain their Premier League crown.
Dec 15, 00:31
Patrice Evra and Samir Evra battle for the ball on December 9, 2012
Neil Warnock slams Samir Nasri
Neil Warnock points the finger at Samir Nasri for not blocking Robin van Persie's winning goal at the Etihad last Sunday.
Dec 15, 00:15
Kevin Painter in action at the World Darts Championship on December 14, 2012
Paul Nicholson, Kevin Painter, Robert Thornton advance
World championship contenders Kevin Painter, Robert Thornton and Paul Nicholson all progress with minimal fuss on the opening night of the World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace.
Dec 14, 23:59
Darron Gibson
Darron Gibson confident of away result
Darron Gibson backs Everton to leave the Britannia Stadium with a positive result when they take on Stoke City, who are unbeaten in 14 home matches.
Dec 14, 23:47
Mladen Petric
Mladen Petric wary of Queens Park Rangers
Fulham striker Mladen Petric warns that his side must not take winless Queens Park Rangers lightly in tomorrow's west London derby.
Dec 14, 23:33
Pepe Reina
Pepe Reina targets top form
Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina believes that he can still improve and admits that he was upset with his early-season form for the Reds.
Dec 14, 23:20
Abou Diaby
Abou Diaby no closer to return
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits that he sill in no man's land over the fitness of French midfielder Abou Diaby, who has not played since September.
Dec 14, 23:07
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert on the touchline at Norwich on December 11, 2012
Paul Lambert: 'Aston Villa ready for Anfield test'
Paul Lambert thinks that his Aston Villa side will thrive in the Anfield atmosphere when they face Liverpool tomorrow afternoon.
Dec 14, 22:54
Adrian Lewis at the World Darts Championship on December 14, 2012
Adrian Lewis survives scare to progress
Adrian Lewis loses the first set to Gino Vos but does enough to progress on a nervy opening night of the World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace.
Dec 14, 22:32
AC Milan's Nigel De Jong during the Champions League match against Malaga on November 6, 2012
Nigel de Jong optimistic over return
Nigel de Jong assures fans that an operation on a season-ending Achilles tendon injury was a complete success.
Dec 14, 22:24
Olivier Giroud scores the third for Arsenal
Olivier Giroud fit to face Reading
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger confirms that Olivier Giroud is fit to face Reading on Monday after recovering from a back injury.
Dec 14, 22:10
Matt Prior
Joe Root, Matt Prior pass 50
Joe Root is unbeaten on 65 in his maiden Test innings as England reach 277-7 on day two against India in Nagpur.
Dec 14, 06:00
Jonas Gutierrez
Jonas Gutierrez happy at Newcastle United
Argentine international Jonas Gutierrez insists that he loves life at Newcastle United and pleads for the Toon faithful to be patient with Alan Pardew's struggling side.
Dec 14, 05:36
Robin Van Persie, Rafael Da Silva
Rafael delighted with improved form
Manchester United defender Rafael admits that he is surprised to be the player with the most appearances for Sir Alex Ferguson's side so far this season.
Dec 14, 05:13
Vincent Kompany, Aaron Ramsey
Vincent Kompany calls for Newcastle United repeat
Vincent Kompany insists that Manchester City can recapture the spirit of last season's victory at St James' Park to beat Newcastle United this weekend.
Dec 14, 04:59
Esteban Granero
Esteban Granero targeted by Fiorentina?
Serie A side Fiorentina will test Queens Park Rangers' resolve with a bid for Esteban Granero next month, according to reports.
Dec 14, 04:43
Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene celebrates taking the wicket of Shane Watson on December 14, 2012
Shane Watson falls before tea
Australia lose Shane Watson moments before the tea break but still look strong on 193-3 on day one of the first Test against Sri Lanka in Hobart.
Dec 14, 04:28
Loftus Road
Ryan Nelsen desperate to get first win
Ryan Nelsen admits that Queens Park Rangers' 16-match winless run has felt like "a slap in the face" but backed his side to beat Fulham this weekend.
Dec 14, 04:15
Steven Gerrard on November 22 2012
Brendan Rodgers praises Steven Gerrard's leadership
Brendan Rodgers believes that Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has shown maturity and selflessness to help steward a young Reds squad this season.
Dec 14, 03:59
Jack Collison
Jack Collison returns to training
West Ham United midfielder Jack Collison insists that he is ready to put years of knee problems behind him after returning to full training for the first time this season.
Dec 14, 03:49
Brian McDermott
Brian McDermott won't rule out Danny Guthrie return
Brian McDermott insists that there is a way back for Danny Guthrie despite issuing him with a fine of two weeks' wages after the midfielder refused to travel to Sunderland on Tuesday.
Dec 14, 03:27
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