Newcastle midfielder Yohan Cabaye feels teamwork at the club has been one of the reason the Magpies achieved a fifth-placed finish
Teenage kicks for Crewe
Crewe are into the League Two play-off final after 17-year-old Max Clayton scored to secure an aggregate 3-2 win over Southend.
Wembley woe for Southend
Seventeen-year-old Max Clayton scored the goal to take Crewe into the League Two play-off final with a 3-2 aggregate win over Southend.
Podolski predicts Gunners glory
Lukas Podolski wants to repay Arsenal's faith iin him by scoring enough goals to win trophies for the club.
Seeds shine ahead of Paris
The big guns of tennis look to be hitting form at the right time on clay in the Rome Masters, with the French Open looming large.
Howe upbeat about Gulls prospects
Rene Howe is confident his Torquay team-mates can turn around their 2-0 deficit when they host Cheltenham on Thursday evening.
Bent set to stay loyal
Striker Darren Bent has pledged his commitment to Aston Villa as he aims to hit the ground running under the club's next manager.
Hewitt awarded French Open wildcard
The former world number one Lleyton Hewitt has been handed a wildcard for the French Open, along with rising star Ashleigh Barty.
Tchoyi heads Albion release list
West Brom have released four players and taken up contract options on five as they look to reshape their squad for next season.
Scotland go Dutch with Visser
Scotland have selected Tim Visser among their 28-man squad for the summer tour to Australia, Fiji and Samoa.
IRB decision ties Shingler to Wales
The International Rugby Board (IRB) has ruled that Steven Shingler is eligible to only play for Wales and cannot represent Scotland.
Star duo not for sale - Aulas
Lyon supremo Jean-Michel Aulas has insisted that Hugo Lloris and Lisandro Lopez will be staying at the club next season.
Lavezzi on his way - agent
Agent Ernesto Bronzetti has claimed Ezequiel Lavezzi is on his way out of Napoli this summer to join French giants Paris Saint-Germain.
Borussia ace hints at move
Borussia Dortmund striker Robert Lewandowski has suggested that he could leave the Westfalenstadion this summer.
Falcao dismisses exit talk
Radamel Falcao has dismissed talk he is set to move on this summer and insists he is enjoying life at Atletico Madrid.
Shrews duo join Preston
Preston have secured the services of Shrewsbury duo Nicky Wroe and Shane Cansdell-Sherriff on two-year contracts.
Quintet staying with Dons
MK Dons have exercised options on five players as they prepare for another season in npower League One.
Ruddy's wedding relief
Norwich keeper John Ruddy will be allowed to miss England's second Euro 2012 warm-up match against Belgium - so he can get married.
Four City stars earn England spots
Manchester City stars Joe Hart, Joleon Lescott, Gareth Barry and James Milner have all been named in England's Euro 2012 squad.
Yates plays down Ling's 'favourites' claim
Cheltenham boss Mark Yates believes Torquay counterpart Martin Ling is engaging in mind games ahead of their play-off semi-final tie.
Rhodes ready for big stage
Huddersfield striker Jordan Rhodes is looking forward to the chance to showcase his talent at Wembley.
Liverpool axe falls on Dalglish
Kenny Dalglish is no longer the manager of Liverpool following crunch talks with the club's hierarchy in the US.
Liverpool part ways with Dalglish
Liverpool have parted company with manager Kenny Dalglish following talks earlier in the week over his future.
O'Driscoll departs for Crawley
Nottingham Forest coach Sean O'Driscoll has taken up the vacant manager's role at Crawley.
Mixed fortunes for United's England hopefuls
Manchester United stars Phil Jones, Ashley Young, Danny Welbeck and Wayne Rooney have all been selected for England's Euro 2012 squad.
Johnson pens new deal
Northampton defender John Johnson has signed a new one-year deal with the npower League Two club.
Royal appointment for McCleary
Reading have completed the signing of Nottingham Forest striker Garath McCleary on a free transfer.
Double blow for Shrews
Shrewsbury have suffered a huge blow with the news that Shane Cansdell-Sherriff and Nicky Wroe have rejected new contracts.
Hoyle upset by invasion
Huddersfield will review the pitch invasion that followed Tuesday's second leg of their play-off semi-final against MK Dons.
Lewington tipped for full-time switch
Ray Lewington is believed to be on the verge of quitting Fulham to take up a permanent coaching role with Roy Hodgson's England.
Skrtel admits Reds underachieved
Martin Skrtel insists Liverpool's league performances have to take priority over everything else after coming up short this season.
Robins wait on Garbutt
Cheltenham will assess Luke Garbutt ahead of their play-off semi-final second leg at Torquay on Thursday.
M'Vila coy on future talks
Rennes midfielder Yann M'Vila has revealed that he will not confirm his future plans until the end of the season.
Barker sees Bury as attractive proposition
Richie Barker hopes a creditable 14th place finish in npower League One will make summer recruits easier to come by for Bury.
Boss targets Etuhu
Bradford manager Phil Parkinson has confirmed his interest in signing former Manchester City winger Kelvin Etuhu.
Lewandowski unlikely to leave
Robert Lewandowski's agent says the player is unlikely to leave Dortmund, despite declaring interest from Manchester United.
Chanderpaul urged to bat at three
Former West Indies captain Brian Lara feels in-form Shivnarine Chanderpaul should bat at number three and is wasted down the order.
Barca and Real put on Toure alert
Yaya Toure's agent has put Barcelona and Real Madrid on alert after saying the midfielder "has done all he can do" at Manchester City.
Mushtaq set for Surrey link-up
England spin coach Mushtaq Ahmed will spend a month with Surrey in mid-summer to coach and mentor the county's bowlers.
Big plans for Pools
Part of Hartlepool's football ground could undergo a major redevelopment according to the town's mayor.
United star braced for England rejection
Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand is set to be overlooked by England for this summer's Euro 2012 squad which is released today.
Diamonds boss calls for final push
Airdrie manager Jimmy Boyle has installed Dumbarton as favourites ahead of tonight's Scottish First Division play-off final first-leg.
Beattie not concerned about future
Hearts striker Craig Beattie is not thinking about his future at the club just yet, placing all his focus on the Scottish Cup final.
Creighton eyes next season promotion
Wrexham defender Mark Creighton is eyeing a promotion back to the football league next year after his side missed out in the play-offs.
Kagawa to 'think hard' over United move
Borussia Dortmund star Shinji Kagawa has revealed he has met Sir Alex Ferguson amid reports suggesting Man United are lining up a move.
Rowett ready for Brewers rebuild
Manager Gary Rowett is planning a rebuilding job at Burton in the wake of a host of player departures.
McCleary leaves Forest
Garath McCleary has joined Reading after rejecting an offer to stay at Nottingham Forest.
Ox and Theo in England squad
Arsenal duo Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Theo Walcott have been named in the England squad for Euro 2012.
Hessenthaler joins Gills board
Andy Hessenthaler has accepted the offer of a director of football role at Gillingham, just eight days after stepping down as manager.
Blues still want Modric
Chelsea are still in the hunt for Luka Modric but any move will hinge on what happens in the Champions League Final.
Ivan leaves Reebok
Ivan Klasnic has confirmed he will be leaving Bolton after the club were relegated to the Championship.
New deal for Robbo
Tranmere midfielder Andy Robinson has agreed a new one-year contract at Prenton Park with an option of a further 12 months.
Standby list for Butland
Birmingham goalkeeper Jack Butland has been selected on the standby list for England's Euro 2012 squad.
Ruddy's England joy
Norwich City keeper John Ruddy will have to put his wedding plans on hold after receiving a call-up to England's Euro 2012 squad.
Wolves desperate to keep stars
Wolves are desperate to keep hold of their star names, such as Matt Jarvis and Steven Fletcher, following their relegation.
Taylor extends Watford stay
Watford defender Martin Taylor has signed a new one-year contract with the club.
Former boss considers legal move
Sam Allardyce is considering legal action against his Blackburn successor Steve Kean over defamatory remarks he made about him.
Legendary duo named life presidents
Coventry have announced Jimmy Hill and George Curtis as life presidents of the club.
Ade hints at Spurs stay
Emmanuel Adebayor has indicated he would welcome a permanent move to Spurs after a successful loan spell.
Toure pondering City exit?
Manchester City star Yaya Toure might not be around to help his club defend the Premier League title if his agent is to be believed.
Bolton wage bill to be halved
Bolton chairman Phil Gartside has revealed the newly-relegated side plan to halve their wage bill by the start of next season.
Sturrock optimistic ahead of Crewe clash
Southend manager Paul Sturrock is optimistic his side can overturn a 1-0 deficit against Crewe in the play-off semi-final second-leg.
Wells focussed on Bantams
Nahki Wells has pledged his immediate future to Bradford despite speculation linking the striker with a move away from Valley Parade.
Double bid turned down
Rotherham have had six-figure bids for Bournemouth striker Matt Tubbs and AFC Wimbledon forward Jack Midson rejected.
Midfield pair to stay with Magpies
Alan Judge and Jeff Hughes are set to have their contracts at Notts County extended.
Potters stick with Pennant
Stoke chairman Peter Coates says Jermaine Pennant still has a future at the club but has urged him to keep out of trouble.
Thirlwell not ready to stop
Paul Thirlwell is determined to fight for his place in Carlisle's midfield next season amid speculation he is preparing to move into a coaching role.
Cardiff the best option - Cuthbert
Wales winger Alex Cuthbert has admitted he had 'a few offers' but was happy to commit his immediate future to the Cardiff Blues.
Tykes boss receives summer backing
Barnsley manager Keith Hill has received boardroom backing ahead of what's set to be a busy summer transfer window.
Poulter eyes match play lift
Ian Poulter admits he is looking to impress Ryder Cup captain Jose Maria Olazabal in this week's Volvo World Match Play Championship.
Boss slams Smith attackers
MK Dons boss Karl Robinson has branded Huddersfield fans who attacked Alan Smith "embarrassing".
Seedorf hints at Milan stay
Clarence Seedorf has played down reports he is definitely leaving AC Milan and hinted he could extend his stay at the San Siro.
Van der Wiel rules out Roma switch
Ajax defender Gregory van der Wiel has ruled out a move to Roma and says he will only leave the club to play Champions League football.
Peterson 'still the champ'
Lamont Peterson has said it is wrong for everyone to call him a cheat and insists he will not give up his title belts.
Dragons seal Taia deal
Catalans Dragons have moved to fill the void left by Setaimata Sa by signing back rower Zeb Taia on a three-year deal.
Evatt slams play-off rivals West Ham
Blackpool defender Ian Evatt has slammed West Ham ahead of Saturday's play-off final, saying the club think "they're already up".
Montpellier duo in France squad
Montpellier's Mapou Yanga Mbiwa and Olivier Giroud are included in Laurent Blanc's provisional 26-player squad for Euro 2012.
Howe to miss out
Rene Howe will miss Torquay's crunch play-off semi-final second leg at home to Cheltenham.
Deans expecting tough Wales challenge
Australia coach Robbie Deans has warned his men not to underestimate the threat posed by Wales on their upcoming tour Down Under.
Pools going Dutch again
Hartlepool are heading back to Holland this summer after agreeing two pre-season friendlies.
O'Donnell makes Spireites switch
Chesterfield have signed goalkeeper Richard O'Donnell following his release from Sheffield Wednesday.
McDonald in fitness fight
Kevin McDonald faces a race against time to be fit for Sheffield United's npower League One play-off final against Huddersfield.
McLeish exit for the best claims McLeish
Aston Villa striker Darren Bent believes Alex McLeish may be privately glad to have lost his job as the club's manager.
Foster backs Hodgson to succeed
On-loan West Brom goalkeeper Ben Foster is backing his former manager Roy Hodgson to make a massive impact in his new job with England.
Smith earns Town deal
Ipswich centre-back Tommy Smith has put pen to paper on a new two-year contract at Portman Road, which includes the option of a further 12 months.
Smith pens new Ipswich deal
Ipswich defender Tommy Smith has signed a new deal with the club, keeping him at Portman Road until 2014.
Murphy clause triggered
David Murphy will remain at Birmingham for a further two years after his contract option was activated.
Taylor to pen Lions deal
Veteran goalkeeper Maik Taylor will this week sign a one-year contract with Millwall.
Lee excited by Premier League chance
Southampton striker Tadanari Lee is determined to put his injury problems behind him and make an impact in the Premier League next season.
McDermott revels in LMA award
Reading boss Brian McDermott revealed his delight at being named LMA Championship Manager of the Year.
Don't be a Twit says McInnes
Derek McInnes is prepared to clamp down on any Bristol City players that use Twitter inappropriately next season.
McGeever joins Falkirk
Queen's Park teenager and Scotland Schoolboys captain Ryan McGeever has joined First Division outfit Falkirk.
Mackie agrees new Rs deal
QPR forward Jamie Mackie has signed a one-year contract extension at Loftus Road, keeping him with the Rs until 2015.
Roberts appointed Ayr manager
Recently relegated Ayr United have appointed striker Mark Roberts as the club's new manager after Brian Reid left the club.
Hill to get summer backing
Barnsley director Don Rowing has pledged to back manager Keith Hill in his summer recruitment drive.
Sanchez resumes Barca training
Barcelona winger Alexis Sanchez has resumed training ahead of next week's Copa del Rey final.
Italy given Chiellini boost
Italy boss Cesare Prandelli has been given a boost with the news that Giorgio Chiellini will be fit in time for Euro 2012.
Fiorentina stand firm on Jovetic position
Fiorentina insist they do not wish to sell highly-rated forward Stevan Jovetic, who is being monitored by a host of top European clubs.
Boro youngster wants Wembley double
Middlesbrough defender Ben Gibson is targeting a Wembley double after helping York win the FA Trophy.
Ground award for Seagulls
England can boast some success in Europe this season even if Chelsea do not win the Champions League on Saturday.
O'Neill ready to pounce on free agents
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill admits he will have to act fast to snap up any available free agents he believes can improve his squad.
Redknapp plots Rovers raid
Spurs boss Harry Redknapp has reportedly joined the race to sign Blackburn midfielder Junior Hoilett.
Vieira targets more of the same
Manchester City's football development executive Patrick Vieira believes the team are capable of winning back-to-back titles.
Midfielder poised to sign
Swansea have been boosted by the news Kemy Agustien has agreed a new two-year deal at the Liberty Stadium.
Cobblers want right price for Jacobs - Cardoza
Northampton will not be pressured into selling Michael Jacobs, chairman David Cardoza has insisted.
Lille ace on Pards radar
Newcastle are being linked with Lille right back Mathieu Debuchy as Danny Simpson is heading for the exit door.
Cherries dismiss Tubbs bid
Bournemouth have turned down a bid from Rotherham for striker Matt Tubbs.
Sunderland stopper heading for the exit
Sunderland keeper Craig Gordon has been tipped to leave the Stadium of Light for Celtic on a free transfer.
Life's a pitch for Watford
Watford have finally started the process of relaying a new playing surface at Vicarage Road.
Tony to pop back to Oz
Crystal Palace first-team coach Tony Popovic is poised to leave his role and become a manager in his native Australia.
Noble: Pools spell improved me
Sunderland striker Ryan Noble feels like a vastly-improved player thanks to a loan spell with Hartlepool.
Smith prepared to fend off interest
Gary Smith is braced for a battle as he bids to keep hold of his best players at Stevenage.
Solbakken eases fans' fears
New Wolves boss Stale Solbakken insists he has knowledge of English football and plans more research before the season begins.
Pompey to begin ticket sales
Portsmouth will begin selling season tickets next month despite the uncertainty surrounding the club.
Howard desperate for Pienaar stay
Everton keeper Tim Howard admits everyone at the club is hoping Steven Pienaar completes a permanent move to Goodison Park.
Smith hopes to prevent mass exit
Stevenage boss Gary Smith says he hopes to keep his side together, despite the play-off semi-finalists receiving plenty of interest.
Dalglish future in balance
Liverpool boss Kenny Dalglish faces an anxious wait to discover if he has convinced the club's owners he is the right man for the job.
Grayson calls on Terriers to finish the job
Huddersfield boss Simon Grayson has called on his side to go out and win promotion after booking their place in the play-off final.
Davis not getting carried away
Crewe boss Steve Davis sung the praises of recalled defender Carl Martin ahead of the second leg of their play-off tie with Southend.
Blackwell keen on Tigers chance
Kevin Blackwell admits the potential for success offered by the vacant managerial role at Hull matches his own ambitions.
Youngsters get new deals
West Ham youngsters Callum Driver and Eoin Wearen have signed new one-year contracts.
Evatt out to make life tough for Hammers
Blackpool defender Ian Evatt has hit out at what he perceives to be an air of overconfidence from West Ham ahead the play-off final.
RVP linked with trio
Manchester United, City and Juventus are all waiting in the wings should Robin van Persie want out of Arsenal this summer.
Barton deserves heavy sanction - Taylor
Gordon Taylor has condemned Joey Barton, claiming the QPR captain fully deserves a lengthy ban for his antics at Manchester City.
"Disgusted" Cahill accepts ban
Everton midfielder Tim Cahill has accepted a three-match ban for being sent off against Newcastle but hit out at Yohan Cabaye.
Modric 'to decide future after Euros'
Tottenham midfielder Luka Modric is in no rush to sort out his club future and will make a decision after Euro 2012.
Whelan denies Villa approach
Wigan chairman Dave Whelan says there has been no approach for Roberto Martinez from Aston Villa or any other club.
Cahill on course for Final
Chelsea defender Gary Cahill has returned to training and says he will be fit for the Champions League Final on Saturday.
Duo weigh up futures
Bolton are waiting for a decision from Jussi Jaaskelainen and Martin Petrov over whether they will stay at the Reebok next season.
Hoyle: We'll learn from last year
Huddersfield chairman Dean Hoyle is desperate for his side to go one better than last season and claim glory in the npower League One play-off final.


