Ole Gunnar Solskjaer remains in the frame for the vacant manager's job at Aston Villa after some misleading reports emerged yesterday.
Best motivated by defeat
Ulster captain Rory Best says his side should use the pain of their Heineken Cup final defeat to spur them on to better things.
Leeds boss ready for Saints battle
Brian McDermott says his Leeds players will be out for revenge when they meet St Helens at Headingley on Monday.
Rabottini holds off Rodriguez surge
Matteo Rabottini produced a superb battling performance to claim the 15th stage of the Giro d'Italia on Sunday.
Neuer can't work out Euro defeat
Goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has admitted Bayern Munich feel "empty" following their shock defeat to Chelsea in the Champions League final.
Lavezzi agent denies PSG deal done
Ezequiel Lavezzi's agent has said his reported quotes about a deal between Napoli and PSG for the star were "entirely made up".
Solskjaer still open to Villa job
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer insists he would still consider the Aston Villa manager's job should it be offered to him.
Valencia insistent on Alba
Valencia have denied reports that they have agreed a deal with Barcelona for Spain international Jordi Alba.
Simpson denies greed claims
Danny Simpson is adamant he isn't being greedy as contract talks with Newcastle United continue to rumble on about an extension.
Genoa eye cut-price Rossi raid
Genoa are said to be keen on signing Giuseppe Rossi from Villarreal, who could be available for a cut-price fee this summer.
Carragher clears new boys of blame
Jamie Carragher believes it's wrong to make Liverpool's high profile recruits accountable for Kenny Dalglish's sacking.
Coates keen on Owen swoop
Stoke chairman Peter Coates has confirmed that his club may be interested in snapping up Michael Owen on a free transfer.
Xavi- Final will be a 'great match'
Barcelona midfielder Xavi believes Friday's Copa del Rey final against Athletic Bilbao will be a 'great match'.
McDowell through to play Colsaerts
Graeme McDowell beat Rafael Cabera-Bello by two shots to make it to the final of the World Match Play against Nicolas Colsaerts.
Burnham wants Super League stories
Shadow health secretary Andy Burnham has called on Super League to scrap its licensing system and bring back promotion and relegation.
Idowu beats Taylor in China
Phillips Idowu warmed up for this summer's Olympics by winning the triple jump event at the Diamond League meeting in Shanghai.
Barry thrilled by season success
Manchester City midfielder Gareth Barry has spoken of his delight after completing what he describes as the best season of his career.
Green to discuss new deal
Robert Green will be one of the first West Ham players to discuss a new contract following the club's promotion to the Premier League.
Defoe receives a helping hand
New England boss Roy Hodgson has revealed how Spurs chief Harry Redknapp put a good word in for Jermain Defoe for his Euro 2012 squad.
Evra surprised by Tevez dig
Manchester United defender Patrice Evra has questioned the motives of Carlos Tevez after he mocked his former boss Sir Alex Ferguson.
Price aims high after Sexton win
David Price believes he fought the 'perfect' fight after he beat Sam Sexton to claim the British and Commonwealth heavyweight titles.
Casey improving after shoulder treatment
Paul Casey is hopeful of playing in the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth after receiving treatment on his shoulder.
Button has 'unfinished business'
Jenson Button says he has "unfinished business" in the Monaco Grand Prix as he prepares for next weekend's big race.
Diego eyes Madrid stay
On-loan Atletico Madrid midfielder Diego says he wants to extend his stay with the club when his current deal comes to an end.
Narsingh reveals Holland dream
Heerenveen's Luciano Narsingh says he would be delighted to join the Dutch team for Euro 2012 but is happy just to be considered.
O'Driscoll hoping to create 'dynasty'
Brian O'Driscoll says Leinster want to create "a dynasty" after they secured another Heineken Cup triumph on Saturday.
Heynckes: Chelsea were lucky
Bayern Munich boss Jupp Heynckes says Chelsea were "the lucky team" after losing the Champions League final on penalties.
Coyle in for Rhodes
Bolton are being linked with a swoop for Huddersfield striker Jordan Rhodes as Owen Coyle plans a quick return to the Premier League.
Lumsden wants clinical touch
Albion Rovers' Todd Lumsden believes the side must be more clinical in front of goal if they are to stay in the Second Division.
Evans to continue transfer talk
Rotherham manager Steve Evans has hit back at criticism for going public about his activity in the transfer market.
Vaz Te relishing Premier League challenge
West Ham's Wembley matchwinner Ricardo Vaz Te is determined to make the most of his second chance.
Van Persie linked with Russian switch
Russian big spenders Anzhi Makhachkala have reportedly entered the race for Arsenal hotshot Robin van Persie.
Result eases Torres' disappointment
Fernando Torres put his "big disappointment" at not starting Chelsea's Champions League triumph to one side after helping them to win.
Knox expects tough match
Stranraer boss Keith Knox expects a difficult match as his side travel to Albion for the Second Division play-off final second-leg.
Prunty plans 'unthinkable' promotion
Dumbarton forward Bryan Prunty hopes to beat boyhood club Airdrie and achieve promotion to the First Division against the odds.
Pato staying at Milan
Milan vice-president Adriano Galliani insists Alexandre Pato will not be leaving the club in the summer.
Sissoko hopeful ahead of crunch tie
PSG's Mohamed Sissoko is hopeful of a last-day upset as the side look to beat league leaders Montpellier to the Ligue 1 title.
Bennett: Play-off win would help keep Rhodes
Huddersfield goalkeeper Ian Bennett says they can hold onto Jordan Rhodes if they achieve promotion through the play-offs next weekend.
Blues stars quiet on future prospects
Didier Drogba and boss Roberto Di Matteo are staying tight lipped over the future after a night to remember for Chelsea fans.
Bedimo has respect for Auxerre
Montpellier defender Henri Bedimo says the French champions elect will not underestimate Auxerre as they bid to win the title.
Robben devastated with spot-kick miss
Arjen Robben has admitted his spot-kick in extra time in the Champions League final "was terrible".
Cech revels in unexpected success
Petr Cech hailed Chelsea's Champions League triumph against German giants Bayern Munich as a "revolt" against their doubters.
Ex-boss backs Italian for Blues job
Ex-Chelsea boss Avram Grant believes Roberto Di Matteo should be given the credit for "the biggest achievement in the club's history".
Lazio hope to land Gattuso
Lazio are hoping to sign experienced midfielder Gennaro Gattuso upon his exit from AC Milan this summer.
Barca keen on Nilmar deal
Barcelona are reportedly hoping to sign Villarreal striker Nilmar this summer following the Yellow Submarine's relegation from La Liga.
Buckle: Why not us?
Luton Town manager Paul Buckle says his side are 'more than capable' of beating York in today's play-off final at Wembley.
Skacel on his way out
Hearts winger Rudi Skacel has admitted yesterday's Scottish Cup final win over Hibs was 'probably' his last game for the club.
Crawley keeper Shearer released
Crawley Town goalkeeper Scott Shearer has left the newly-promoted club after failing to agree terms on a new contract.
Pompey players unsure on future
Portsmouth player Greg Halford says he and his team-mates are all unsure about where their footballing future lies.
Ainsworth commits to Chairboys
Gareth Ainsworth has put pen to paper on a one-year player/coach deal at Wycombe.
Holly rallies Blackpool following defeat
Blackpool manager Ian Holloway has issued a rallying cry to his team after they were beaten in the play-off final by West Ham.
Big Sam blows trumpet
West Ham boss Sam Allardyce has talked up his own managerial ability following his side's play-off final win over Blackpool.
Reds vow to keep Suarez
Liverpool are set to offer Luis Suarez a bumper new deal and are confident there will not be a mass exodus at the club.
Blues ace set for Gunners move
Arsenal are ready to swoop on Birmingham City to sign their highly-rated young midfielder Foday Nabay, according to reports.
Real target Modric swoop
Real Madrid have entered the race to sign Luka Modric and are ready to offer Tottenham £25million for his services.
Hazard opts for Chelsea move
Chelsea are set to pip Manchester City and United to the signing of Lille midfielder Eden Hazard this summer.
Terry backs Di Matteo appointment
John Terry has called on Roberto Di Matteo to get the job on a permanent basis after guiding Chelsea to Champions League glory.
Bayern Munich 1-1 Chelsea
Chelsea have become European champions for the first time after a dramatic 4-3 penalty shootout win over Bayern Munich.
Allardyce celebrates Hammers promotion
Jubilant Sam Allardyce admitted leading West Ham to promotion back to the Barclays Premier League was the biggest achievement of his career.
Leinster 42 Ulster 14
Leinster secured their third Heineken Cup triumph in four years with a magnificent 42-14 victory over Ulster at Twickenham.


