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Sunderland pair arrested over criminal damage 17 December 2011
Sunderland duo Nicklas Bendtner and Lee Cattermole have been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage in Newcastle city centre.
The Black Cats players, both 23, were held over an incident on December 6, in which cars were damaged in the Stowell Street area of the city, close to St James' Park.
Sunderland have yet to comment on the arrest of the pair, who have been released on bail pending further inquiries.
A Northumbria Police spokesman said: "Police can confirm that on 15 December two men aged 23 were arrested on suspicion of criminal damage."
"It follows an investigation into cars damaged on Stowell Street in Newcastle city centre which happened about 10pm on 6 December." "The two men have been bailed."
Denmark forward Bendtner arrived on a season-long loan at the Stadium of Light from Arsenal in the summer, while Cattermole switched to the Black Cats in 2009 from Wigan, having begun his career at nearby Middlesbrough.
Fergie: No panic buys for Man United
Sir Alex Ferguson will only make a move in the January transfer window if a long-term target becomes available.
Dyer set for foot operation
Kieron Dyer is unlikely to play for QPR again this season after manager Neil Warnock revealed the injury-plagued midfielder requires another operation on his foot.
Mancini: Nasri needs to improve
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini is calling for more from Samir Nasri ahead of Sunday's clash with his former club Arsenal.
AVB wants pressure on Manchester
Andre Villas-Boas believes Chelsea have made Christmas 'stressful' for Manchester City and Manchester United by storming back into the Premier League title race.
Fergie admits Pogba talks 'difficult'
Sir Alex Ferguson has admitted Manchester United are finding Paul Pogba's agent "difficult" to deal with.
McLeish issues Downing warning
Alex McLeish expects the Aston Villa fans to give Stewart Downing "apprehension-inducing stick" when he returns for the first time since his summer switch to Liverpool.
Warnock praise for Radek Cerny
Third-choice goalkeeper Radek Cerny's first-team performances for QPR have come as a pleasant surprise to manager Neil Warnock.
Jol wants response to Europa exit
Martin Jol believes Fulham can get back to winning ways against Bolton - even without Bobby Zamora.
Graham aims to down Toon heroes
Striker Danny Graham will put family ties to one side as he looks to help Swansea make a "massive statement" against his boyhood club Newcastle on Saturday.
McCarthy a fan of Stoke's style
Wolves manager Mick McCarthy has hit out at the "arrogant" critics of Stoke who rail against their direct style of football.
Lambert wants Norwich consistency
Paul Lambert wants Norwich to concentrate on delivering consistent performances over the hectic festive schedule rather than get too carried away with the Christmas spirit.
Kean allays Rovers financial fears
Blackburn boss Steve Kean has confirmed he sought immediate reassurances from the club's owner this week that there will be no problems with paying the players' wages.
No Suarez verdict till next Tuesday
No decision will be made on the Luis Suarez-Patrice Evra racism row until Tuesday at the earliest, says the Football Association.
Jol would be shocked if Suarez guilty
Martin Jol will be shocked if Liverpool's Luis Suarez is proved to have racially abused Patrice Evra.
Premier League Weekend Team News For all their early-season dominance, Manchester City could find themselves relieved of their status as league leaders come Sunday.
City host Arsenal in the weekend's standout encounter, but with that game not scheduled till late Sunday afternoon, Roberto Mancini's men could find themselves behind neighbours Manchester United, who travel to QPR in the day's early kickoff.
Liverpool are also in action on Sunday with a tricky trip to Aston Villa, while Tottenham will look to bring new Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill crashing back down to earth at White Hart Lane, following his debut victory last weekend.
On Saturday, Blackburn host West Brom, Norwich travel to Everton, while Wolves entertain Stoke.
Newcastle will look to recover from their recent blip in form at home to Swansea, while Martin Jol has called for a response from his Fulham charges after their last-gasp exit from the Europa League in midweek.
And finally, Saturday's final game sees Andre Villas-Boas' Chelsea travel to Wigan.
Ahead of this weekend's action, we take a look at all the news from the selection table.
Saturday's Matches Blackburn vs West Brom Gael Givet is having further tests on Friday on the heart condition that saw him forced to leave the field last weekend and is expected to miss Blackburn's match against West Brom on Saturday. Givet's pulse rate rose to 250 against Sunderland and the French defender is having extensive tests in a Manchester hospital and could be out for a month if he is not given the all-clear.
Meanwhile, Martin Olsson and Junior Hoilett are also doubtful for Rovers with hamstring injuries but Steven Nzonzi returns from suspension. Defender Steven Reid is West Brom's only injury doubt. The former Blackburn player is battling to overcome a knee injury and will be assessed in the next 24 hours. Five-goal leading scorer Shane Long has recovered from his recent groin problem.
Blackburn (from): Robinson, Bunn, Olsson, Samba, Lowe, Dann, Salgado, Givet, Hanley, Nzonzi, Rochina, Pedersen, Petrovic, Dunn, Hoilett, Yakubu, Goodwillie, Formica, Roberts, Vukcevic, Slew, Blackman, Henley. West Brom (from): Foster, Fulop, Reid, Jones, Jara, Olsson, McAuley, Dawson, Tamas, Mattock, Shorey, Scharner, Brunt, Morrison, Mulumbu, Dorrans, Thomas, Tchoyi, Cox, Odemwingie, Long.
Everton vs Norwich Everton manager David Moyes is hopeful of having a trio of players fit for Saturday's visit of Norwich. Midfielders Jack Rodwell and Leon Osman (both hamstring) and Royston Drenthe (foot) all missed last week's defeat at Arsenal. Defender Sylvain Distin made his first appearance in over a month as a substitute at the Emirates Stadium and could be pushing for a starting place.
Norwich have no fresh injury concerns.. On-loan Manchester United defender Ritchie de Laet (back) is expected to return to training next week. Former Everton striker James Vaughan is on course for a return in the new year from his knee problem, along with centre-back Elliott Ward (knee).
Wolves vs Stoke Wolves have slight injury concerns overwinger Matt Jarvis and midfielder Dave Edwards ahead of Saturday's Staffordshire derby with Stoke at Molineux. Jarvis has a thigh problem and Edwards a sore groin, but Wolves manager Mick McCarthy is hopeful both will be fit to face the Potters. Defender Jody Craddock (hamstring) and defender Kevin Foley (ankle) are unlikely to be available.
Stoke boss Tony Pulis could revert to the side that defeated Tottenham 2-1 last weekend for Saturday's Barclays Premier League trip to local rivals Wolves. The Welshman left all the 11 players who started that match at home for their midweek Europa League trip to Istanbul, allowing them a break. Full-back Andy Wilkinson is set to miss out after suffering a recurrence of his back problem against Besiktas, while Ryan Shotton is expected again to be preferred to Jermaine Pennant on the right wing.
Newcastle vs Swansea Newcastle boss Alan Pardew will make late decisions over a trio of players as he attempts to bolster his options for Saturday's Barclays Premier League clash with Swansea. Skipper Fabricio Coloccini (thigh), fellow central defender Mike Williamson (ankle) and midfielder Cheick Tiote (knee) will all be assessed on Friday before Pardew names his team. Midfielder Dan Gosling is suspended following his sending-off at Norwich last weekend, while Steven Taylor (Achilles) and Danny Guthrie (groin) remain on the injured list.
Swansea manager Brendan Rodgers is set to restore midfielder Joe Allen to his starting line-up. The 21-year-old Wales international missed the win over Fulham through suspension, but is likely to replace Luke Moore in the centre of the park, while Wayne Routledge is set to keep his wing slot ahead of Nathan Dyer. Striker Danny Graham may also be recalled to the starting line-up ahead of Leroy Lita after the club record signing grabbed a goal as a substitute against the Cottagers.
Newcastle (from): Krul, Harper, Elliot, Simpson, R. Taylor, Santon, Ferguson, Perch, Coloccini, Williamson, Kadar, Tiote, Cabaye, Obertan, Ben Arfa, Gutierrez, Sammy Ameobi, Abeid, Vuckic, Smith, Ba, Best, Shola Ameobi, Lovenkrands. Swansea (from): Vorm, Williams, Taylor, Caulker, Britton, Orlandi, Graham, Sinclair, Dyer, Dobbie, Routledge, Monk, Lita, Moore, Bessone, Allen, Tremmel, Agustien, Gower, Richards, Moras.
Fulham vs Bolton Fulham striker Bobby Zamora faces a late fitness test ahead of Saturday's Barclays Premier League clash with Bolton. The 30-year-old has an issue with his left knee and will be assessed on Saturday, although midfielders Simon Davies (back) and Steve Sidwell (hernia) as well as goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer (spine) will definitely miss out. The latter will be replaced by David Stockdale, while Fulham will be able to call upon skipper Danny Murphy (ankle) along with attackers Bryan Ruiz (ineligible) and Andrew Johnson (suspension) after the midweek Europa League draw with Odense.
Bolton striker Ivan Klasnic is fit after recovering from a knee injury. Klasnic sustained the problem in the 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa last weekend, a fixture missed by Wanderers midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker, who has been sidelined with a hamstring complaint but could make his comeback at Craven Cottage. Defender David Wheater is unavailable again as he serves the third game of his four-match suspension.
Wigan vs Chelsea David Luiz returns from suspension for Chelsea's Barclays Premier League game at Wigan on Saturday. The defender sat out Monday night's victory over Manchester City after picking up his fifth domestic booking of the season. Midfielder Michael Essien is on course to return from knee surgery in a month's time.
Wigan defender Antolin Alcaraz is doubtful. The Paraguay international, making his return from suspension, suffered a rib injury in last week's defeat of West Brom and faces a fitness test. Fellow defender Emmerson Boyce, who has not featured for six weeks, could take his place. Goalkeeper Chris Kirkland is in contention for a place on the bench after recovering from the back problem which cut short his loan at Doncaster.
Sunday's Matches QPR vs Man United Dimitar Berbatov will return from an ankle injury for Manchester United's trip to QPR. The Bulgarian has missed the last three games after aggravating the problem during the Carling Cup defeat to Crystal Palace at the end of November. Darron Gibson is also a doubt, whilst Darren Fletcher begins an indefinite spell out of the side to recover from a chronic inflammatory bowel condition.
QPR defender Anton Ferdinand will miss the game. The 26-year-old limped out of last weekend's 1-0 defeat at Liverpool with a hamstring problem and will not feature at Loftus Road this weekend. QPR manager Neil Warnock can, though, welcome back defenders Fitz Hall (hamstring) and Matthew Connolly (ankle), as well as striker DJ Campbell (foot). Midfielder Kieron Dyer (foot) remains out.
Aston Villa vs Liverpool Aston Villa will be without joint top scorer Gabriel Agbonlahor for the home Barclays Premier League clash with Liverpool on Sunday. Agbonlahor, who has five goals this season, will have to serve a one match suspension after picking up five yellow cards this season. Emile Heskey is in contention to partner Darren Bent up front. Midfielder Fabian Delph is available after missing last weekend's victory at Bolton with a knee injury. Defender Eric Lichaj (hip) is Villa's only long-term casualty.
Jordan Henderson looks likely to continue as Charlie Adam's partner in central midfield for Liverpool. Jay Spearing serves the second of a two-match ban while Steven Gerrard (ankle) has not played since late October and Lucas Leiva (knee) is out for the season. Winger Stewart Downing is set to face the club he left in the summer while Maxi Rodriguez will be hoping to make successive league starts for the first time since May.
Tottenham vs Sunderland Tottenham have defender Younes Kaboul suspended for Sunday's Barclays Premier League game against Sunderland following his red card at Stoke last weekend. Scott Parker, Luka Modric, Emmanuel Adebayor, Gareth Bale and Kyle Walker are all set to return after sitting out the Europa League victory over Shamrock Rovers. Spurs are sweating over the fitness of centre-back Ledley King, who has missed the last two games with a knee injury. Tom Huddlestone (ankle) and Michael Dawson (Achilles) are long-term absentees while Niko Kranjcar, Sandro and Steven Pienaar are all in contention after playing against Shamrock.
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill could have three more players at his disposal. Skipper Lee Cattermole is available after suspension, while striker Nicklas Bendtner and midfielder Craig Gardner have returned to training after groin and hamstring problems respectively. Keeper Craig Gordon played in a training ground game earlier in the week, as did striker Fraizer Campbell (knee), although the latter is still some way from joining in with the main group, while keeper Simon Mignolet (fractured nose and eye socket) and central defender Michael Turner (knee) remain on the sidelines.
Tottenham (from): Gomes, Friedel, Cudicini, Bale, Corluka, Bassong, Rose, Gallas, King, Walker, Assou-Ekotto, Parker, Modric, Livermore, Townsend, Carroll, Fredericks, Lennon, Falque, Sandro, Pienaar, Pavlyuchenko, Defoe, Dos Santos, Adebayor, Van der Vaart, Kane. Sunderland (from): Westwood, Carson, O'Shea, Bardsley, Brown, Bramble, Laing, Cattermole, Richardson, Gardner, Vaughan, Larsson, Colback, Elmohamady, McClean, Meyler, Sessegnon, Bendtner, Ji, R Noble.
Man City vs Arsenal Manchester City defender Pablo Zabaleta is set to switch flanks to play at left-back in Sunday's Barclays Premier League clash against Arsenal. City are without regular left-backs Gael Clichy (suspended) and Aleksandar Kolarov (groin) so Zabaleta will move across with fit-again Micah Richards returning at right-back. Richards has missed the last two games with a calf problem. City boss Roberto Mancini has no other injury concerns.
Arsenal have no fresh injury worries.Full-back Kieran Gibbs is recovering well from his hernia problem, and could feature over the Christmas period and midfielder Jack Wilshere remains on course for a mid-February return from his ankle injury. Defenders Andre Santos (ankle), Carl Jenkinson (back) and Bacary Sagna (ankle) remain out, along with goalkeepers Lukasz Fabianski (knee) and Vito Mannone (shoulder), and midfielders Abou Diaby (hamstring) and Ryo Miyaichi (ankle).
Man City (from): Hart, Richards, Lescott, Kompany, Savic, K Toure, Zabaleta, Milner, Johnson, De Jong, Barry, Y Toure, Hargreaves, Silva, Nasri, Dzeko, Balotelli, Aguero, Pantilimon. Arsenal (from): Szczesny, Vermaelen, Mertesacker, Koscielny, Djourou, Song, Ramsey, Arteta, Walcott, Gervinho, van Persie, Almunia, Miguel, Benayoun, Frimpong, Arshavin, Chamakh, Coquelin, Rosicky, Oxlade-Chamberlain.
Young: I picked United over City
Ashley Young claims Manchester City were interested in him, but he was glad to have chosen United instead.
Keane-Ferguson row rumbles on
The ongoing spat between former Manchester United midfielder Roy Keane and Sir Alex Ferguson continues to rumble on.
AVB keeps Blues confidence in Cech
Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas has taken a diplomatic view of his side's 1-1 draw with Wigan on Saturday which saw them concede the equaliser two minutes from the end.
New Villa deal for Chris Herd
Aston Villa utility player Chris Herd has agreed a new three-and-a-half year contract with the club.
Wenger surprised by RVP rise
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is known for being an excellent judge of a player's potential but even he has been surprised by the rise of Robin van Persie.
Fergie caught in Da Silva dilemma
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson remains hopeful that defensive pair Rafael and Fabio will overcome their injury woes to become a hit at Old Trafford.
Smalling wants to crank up pressure
Manchester United intend to shake Manchester City out of their Premier League comfort zone by snatching top spot with a win at QPR on Sunday.
Revitalised Gunners target title bid
Arsene Wenger feels Arsenal have the chance to reignite their own Barclays Premier League title ambitions with victory at leaders Manchester City on Sunday.
Bendtner sorry after arrest
Sunderland forward Nicklas Bendtner has issued a public apology following his arrest on Thursday and vowed to focus only on football from now on.
Gomez glee as Wigan hold Chelsea
Jordi Gomez believes Wigan deserved their last-gasp draw against Chelsea in the Barclays Premier League on Saturday.
Kean: I know I need to do better
Blackburn boss Steve Kean says he is under no illusions about the safety of his job if the team's position in the Barclays Premier League does not improve.
Lambert happy to share spoils
Norwich manager Paul Lambert may have missed Everton's equaliser in the 1-1 draw at Everton but he was more than happy to leave Goodison Park with a point.
Pulis: Woodgate could have seen red
Stoke boss Tony Pulis admitted defender Jonathan Woodgate was fortunate not to be sent off after his side registered a fourth successive win away to Wolves.
Pardew upbeat despite draw
Newcastle boss Alan Pardew refused to be downhearted after seeing his side held to a 0-0 draw by Swansea.
Leeds put on Keogh alert
Andy Keogh could make his move to Leeds permanent in January after Wolves boss Mick McCarthy said he would listen to offers for the striker.
Dalglish targets top four spot
Kenny Dalglish has hailed the progress made by his Liverpool side and now hopes they can push into the Champions League places
Van der Vaart tips Redknapp for England
Rafael van der Vaart hopes Harry Redknapp will stay at Tottenham but admits he is "maybe the right man" to take over as England manager.
Wenger: Painful to lose young stars
Arsene Wenger admitted that it was "painful" to see big-spending Manchester City raid his squad again last summer.
Lescott: I would take RVP
Joleon Lescott admits he would love Manchester City to try and prise striker Robin van Persie away from title rivals Arsenal.
Defoe: I need to play football
Tottenham striker Jermain Defoe has hinted he could leave the club if he can't secure a regular place in the side.
Van Persie aiming for the top
Arsenal captain Robin van Persie has warned Manchester City the Gunners have their sights firmly set on the top of the Barclays Premier League.
Beckham set to complete PSG move on Sunday 18 December 2011
Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder David Beckham is expected to complete a move to Paris Saint-Germain on Sunday, according to reports.
The veteran Englishman has been linked with a transfer to the ambitious French club for several months now, with his contract in the US due to expire on New Year's Eve.
The former Real Madrid and Manchester United player has attracted the interested of several Premier League clubs including Tottenham Hotspur and Queens Park Rangers yet it appears that PSG are winning the race for the famous footballer's signature.
Reports in France state Beckham arrived at Le Bourget airport in Paris on Saturday evening with his family and is likely to attend the side's crunch Ligue 1 encounter versus Lille on Sunday.
France Football believe that Beckham could be presented as a PSG player shortly after the game.Beckham is expected to sign a contract for 18 months in France as he looks to put himself in the frame for the Team GB Olympic squad.
The player's chances of being included were boosted on Friday when the FA announced no player included in the England Euro 2012 squad would be included in Team GB, with Beckham already frozen out of the national team picture.
AC Milan vice-president Adriano Galliani revealed Manchester City have rejected the Italians' bid for striker Carlos Tevez.
The 67-year-old told Sky Italia after the Rossoneri's 2-0 victory over Siena on Saturday that the English giants have refused to accept their proposal, but is hopeful they can reach a compromise in a second round of negotiations.
"At the moment Manchester City do not agree to our offer for Tevez," Galliani said."If it is accepted, then good, otherwise he won't come to us.""We will meet with City again and try to convince them from here to January 31. If we do not succeed, then either another striker will arrive or nobody at all."
"Milan are only looking for a striker on the transfer market after Antonio Cassano’s health problem."Links between Tevez and Milan had intensified in recent weeks, ever since Galliani's revelation that his club had agreed personal terms with the representative of the unsettled hitman earlier in December.
However, Paris Saint-Germain's entrance in the race to sign the Argentine, coupled with the official's admission that it may prove difficult to persuade City to agree releasing him on a loan deal has seen the speculation begin to subside.
Chelsea boss Andre Villas-Boas has sprung to the defence of goalkeeper Petr Cech after his mistake cost the Blues three points against Wigan.Jordi Gomez appeared to benefit from some hesitant goalkeeping by Cech when he scored an 87th minute equaliser for Wigan in Saturday's 1-1 draw, the dropped points leaving Chelsea six points behind Premier League leaders Manchester City.
Cech's ability to command the area in and around the six-yard box has been questioned since he suffered a fractured skull in 2006, but Villas-Boas believes the goal was due to a collective defensive error, rather than that of an individual."Goals like that happen," Villas-Boas said. "It is always a collective mistake and Wigan made the most of our lack of concentration and they put the ball in the back of the net."
"I don’t know if Petr (Cech) was unsighted by his defenders on the goal but it certainly looks like it.""We managed to organise ourselves and had good men behind the ball - (Jose) Bosingwa, John Terry and Ashley (Cole) - but they are nearer the keeper and eventually they lost track of his position and the position of the opponent but then again it is normal. It is nothing that we would point to as an individual mistake."
"In the second half it was a question of patience until we found a goal. Maybe we could have tried to go on for the second goal. But we decided to hold on and exploit the spaces in behind but we conceded a goal that is disappointing.""It is a pity. The players fought hard so confidence is not affected but it is a fair result. It does not undo the positivity of recent weeks."
Wigan need all the points they can get as they fight against relegation, and manager Roberto Martinez said their fighting effort against Chelsea felt like a win."The performance gives you that feeling that we have picked up all three points not just one," Martinez told Wigan's official website.
"Even though we were playing a fantastic team in great form, you have to look at the amount of corners we had compared to them, the amount of possession and the attempts on target.""I think the statistics prove what a fantastic performance it was.""The players were thinking at all times and coped with Chelsea's threat when they had the ball really well and then we showed a really dangerous streak in the way we played."
Crouch close to goal milestone Peter Crouch will be seeking his 100th league goal against Manchester City on Wednesday after helping Stoke make history with his winner in the 2-1 victory at Wolves.
Jonas Gutierrez looking ahead Newcastle's Jonas Gutierrez has already put the disappointment of a missed opportunity behind him as he plots victory over West Brom.
Direct approach works for Drenthe Midfielder Royston Drenthe enjoys the responsibility of providing the spark Everton are so desperate for, but accepts there are times when he will to get back to basics.
Man City willing to sell duo Roberto Mancini will listen to offers for defenders Wayne Bridge and Nedum Onuoha - but will not allow them to leave Manchester City on loan.
Cech accepts blame for goal Petr Cech admits Chelsea have piled more pressure on themselves for Thursday's crunch clash against Tottenham by failing to beat Barclays Premier League strugglers Wigan.
Kyle Walker happy at Spurs Kyle Walker says he does not want to leave Tottenham - despite reportedly attracting interest from other clubs.
Dalglish: Credit to Gerrard medics Kenny Dalglish has revealed Liverpool's quick-thinking medical staff may have saved captain Steven Gerrard's career.
Steve Kean remains defiant Under-fire Blackburn boss Steve Kean remained defiantly upbeat after his side were beaten 2-1 by West Brom at Ewood Park on Saturday.
Redknapp wants Roman to stay Harry Redknapp insists he does not want Roman Pavlyuchenko to leave Tottenham after watching the Russian fire his team to victory over Sunderland at White Hart Lane.
Wenger laments defensive woes Arsene Wenger admits Arsenal's defensive injury problems are taking its toll after Johan Djourou limped off in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Manchester City.
Mancini hails City after 'important' win Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini admits it was important his side to emerge victorious against Arsenal on Sunday at the Etihad Stadium.
Hamstring blow for Aaron Lennon
Tottenham winger Aaron Lennon could be out of action for "weeks" after suffering a suspected torn hamstring against Sunderland on Sunday.
Man City willing to sell duo Roberto Mancini will listen to offers for defenders Wayne Bridge and Nedum Onuoha - but will not allow them to leave Manchester City on loan.
Bridge has made one appearance for City this season in the Carling Cup, whilst Onuoha has made two in the same competition.
Even with regular left-backs Aleksandar Kolarov (injured) and Gael Clichy (suspended) out of Sunday's clash with Arsenal, Bridge is not getting a look in.
Mancini told The Mail on Sunday: "We have a problem at left-back.
"My choices are Stefan Savic, Pablo Zabaleta, Joleon Lescott or Karim Rekik, a young player. It is important to get it correct."
With City keen to lower their wage bill, they are looking to offload Bridge and Onuoha permanently rather than on a short-term deal.
Mancini added in the Sunday Mirror: "If we take a player from another club, we pay a lot of money, yet other clubs want to take players from us on loan. It is not correct.
"Onuoha and Bridge are good players and I hope we can find a good solution for them in January.
"I hope for them that they can find good clubs who will pay for their value and they can continue to play football."
Villa unfazed by Bent shopping
Aston Villa have no issue with injured striker Darren Bent undertaking some Christmas shopping during the latter stages of Sunday's 2-0 defeat to Liverpool.
Local paper calls for Kean to go
The pressure is mounting on Steve Kean after Blackburn's local newspaper joined the calls for him to be axed as Rovers manager.
Scott Dann ruled out for six weeks
Blackburn defender Scott Dann has been ruled out for six weeks with a groin injury.
Downing: Win proves a point
Winger Stewart Downing believes Liverpool's performance on Sunday helped silence his Aston Villa critics and justify his decision to leave.
Maiga's Magpies move falls through
Newcastle appear unlikely to sign Sochaux striker Modibo Maiga after he failed a medical.
No Toon move for Taiwo
Newcastle manager Alan Pardew insists the club have not made a move for AC Milan defender Taye Taiwo.
Carrick happy to pay after goal
Michael Carrick was ready to pay any fine Sir Alex Ferguson imposed on him after vacating the Manchester United midfield to score his first Barclays Premier League goal for almost two years.
Pavlyuchenko ponders Janurary options
Roman Pavlyuchenko's agent says the Tottenham striker is "considering the options" for his future.
Bent tweets Villa apology
Darren Bent apologised to Aston Villa fans as a picture of him apparently shopping surfaced online after he missed the 2-0 defeat by Liverpool.
Redknapp worried over Bale injury
Tottenham may have to do without Gareth Bale for Thursday's crunch clash against Chelsea after manager Harry Redknapp revealed the pacy winger is struggling with an ankle injury.
Mancini hoping for home boost
Roberto Mancini is hoping a much kinder post-Christmas fixture list can give Manchester City the odds required to turn the Blues into Premier League champions.
Sturridge: Blue flag still flying high
Chelsea striker Daniel Sturridge insists the Blues are still in the Premier League title race despite falling nine points behind leaders Manchester City at the weekend.
Dalglish showers praise on Suarez
Kenny Dalglish hailed another top performance from Liverpool striker Luis Suarez as his side moved back into the top six with a 2-0 win at Aston Villa.
Dejected Wenger pessimistic about title
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger conceded his side's title hopes could be over after their narrow defeat at Manchester City.
Stockdale delighted with reponse
Fulham goalkeeper David Stockdale hailed the 2-0 win over Bolton as the "perfect response" to their untimely European exit.
Gunners game under threat
Arsenal will monitor talks between tube drivers and London Underground amid fears the club's Boxing Day match against Wolves could be under threat due to a planned tube strike.
Basement battle; Gunners eye response
Bolton manager Owen Coyle is concentrating on getting three points against fellow English Premier League strugglers Blackburn on Tuesday.
Szczesny: We can finish above Spurs
Wojciech Szczesny is convinced that Arsenal will finish above Tottenham this season despite losing further ground on their bitter north London rivals with defeat at Manchester City on Sunday
Brkic reveals Tottenham interest
Serbian goalkeeper Zeljko Brkic admits that he is no hurry to leave Serie A, as he continues to impress for Siena.
Mancini hails unsung hero Zabaleta
Roberto Mancini credited unsung hero Pablo Zabaleta with making the decisive contribution to Manchester City's crucial Premier League win over Arsenal on Sunday.
Sessegnon not leaving Black Cats
Stephane Sessegnon admits things have been "difficult" for Sunderland of late, but insists he has no intention of turning his back on the club.
Warnock dismisses Jelavic talk
QPR boss Neil Warnock has played down speculation linking the club with a January move for Rangers striker Nikica Jelavic.
Salgado set for Blackburn exit
Veteran defender Michel Salgado will be allowed to leave Blackburn when the transfer window opens next month.
Taarabt admits QPR frustration
Adel Taarabt admits he is growing frustrated with his lack of first-team football at Queens Park Rangers.
Fulham enjoy record profits
Fulham have posted record profits of £4.8million for the past financial year.
Eriksen on United's radar
Manchester United assistant coach Rene Meulensteen admits Ajax midfielder Christian Eriksen is a player the club are keeping an eye on.
Sandro: Spurs can win title
Tottenham anchorman Sandro is adamant that a victory over Chelsea at White Hart Lane on Thursday will provide Spurs with the impetus to challenge for the league title.
Chelsea play down Terry injury
Chelsea were breathing a sigh of relief after a nasty-looking injury to captain John Terry was found to be less serious than first feared.
Coyle unfazed by sack talk Bolton boss Owen Coyle has played down suggestions the losing manager in Tuesday night's crunch clash at Blackburn will be sacked.
Kean: No Blackburn ultimatum
Blackburn boss Steve Kean claims no ultimatum has been put to him ahead of Tuesday night's crunch clash with fellow strugglers Bolton.
Gunners game under threat Arsenal will monitor talks between tube drivers and London Underground amid fears the club's Boxing Day match against Wolves could be under threat due to a planned tube strike.
Arsenal have sold all 60,000 tickets available for the game at the Emirates Stadium, but access to the ground for both supporters and the club`s 1,000 matchday employees could be restricted if the planned strikes go ahead.
Drivers have planned a 24-hour walkout on Boxing Day and on three other days over the next two months. A statement on Arsenal's website read: "We would like to make all supporters aware of the situation surrounding our proposed home match against Wolves on Monday 26th December.
"The club is fully aware of the proposed industrial action on London Underground on Monday 26th December. "We are closely monitoring the situation, together with all the relevant agencies, including the Metropolitan Police, Transport for London, London Underground, the FA Premier League, Wolverhampton Wanderers FC and Islington Council.
"The paramount concern to Arsenal Football Club is the duty of care we have towards the Arsenal supporters, Wolverhampton Wanderers supporters, matchday employees and indeed everyone who is planning to attend this match. "Any decisions or developments regarding this match will be immediately communicated on Arsenal.com.''
The 2,200 members of trade union Aslef agreed to strike on Boxing Day, January 16, February 3 and 13 in a ballot last week. That decision is being challenged by London mayor Boris Johnson in the high court and there is hope that an agreement can be reached to prevent the strike.
It is understood Arsenal could put the fixture back by 24 hours if the planned strike goes ahead. Chelsea are also aware of the possibility of travel disruption for their Boxing Day derby with Fulham in west London.
Lambert anticipates 'vital' period
Norwich manager Paul Lambert has warned his players against the dangers of complacency as they head in to a festive season which could define their season.
McCarthy backs striker Doyle
Wolves manager Mick McCarthy has reaffirmed his faith in striker Kevin Doyle despite his lack of goals during the current campaign.
Bent pledges future to Villa
Darren Bent has promised his future to Aston Villa after again apologising for going out shopping when injured during the latter stages of Sunday's clash with Liverpool.
Coyle demands Bolton commitment
Bolton manager Owen Coyle has told his team to put in a passionate performance for Tuesday night's crunch clash with fellow strugglers Blackburn.
Report: United to Check out Tiote
Manchester United are weighing up a January move for Newcastle midfielder Cheick Tiote, according to reports.
Toure reveals plan to combat Stoke
Manchester City defender Kolo Toure has revealed the Blues have come up with a secret weapon to stop Stoke on Wednesday night.
Babel hails "legend" Suarez
Ryan Babel believes that Luis Suarez has earned his place as a Liverpool legend during his short span at the club since his move from Ajax in January.
Mikel: We need to learn from mistakes
Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel has encouraged his team to learn from their mistakes after Saturday's draw with Wigan.
Diouf admits Anzhi talks
El-Hadji Diouf admits he is in contact with officials at ambitious Russian outfit Anzhi Makhachkala, with his short-term deal running down at Doncaster.
Lambert slates Wolves fans
Norwich manager Paul Lambert has lashed out at the Wolves fans who called for Mick McCarthy's head earlier this season.
Suarez set to find out fate on race row
Liverpool striker Luis Suarez could find out on Tuesday if allegations he racially abused Manchester United defender Patrice Evra have been proved.
Pardew looks to banish bad memories
Newcastle boss Alan Pardew is desperate to make West Brom pay for ruining his summer on Wednesday night.
O'Neill rejects Gardner rumours
Martin O'Neill has denied reports midfielder Craig Gardner is unsettled and wants to move back to the Midlands after just six months at Sunderland.
Martinez targets Liverpool scalp
Wigan cannot afford to approach Wednesday night's clash with Liverpool looking for anything other than a victory, according to manager Roberto Martinez.
Moyes rejects Rodwell transfer talk
Everton manager David Moyes has dismissed speculation linking Chelsea with a £20million bid for midfielder Jack Rodwell.
Smalling grateful for Fulham chance
Manchester United defender Chris Smalling has admitted he would not be where he is today without the two years he spent at Fulham.
Huth not after Man City revenge
Robert Huth believes revenge will not be on the agenda when Stoke bid to extend their Premier League winning streak to five games against Manchester City on Wednesday.
Dalglish: Carra influence can be felt
Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish believes Jamie Carragher's influence can still be felt on the pitch despite the defender losing his first-team spot.
Sorensen extends Stoke stay
Stoke goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen has signed a new contract with the Barclays Premier League club, the player has announced on his Twitter account.
O'Neill: Black Cats must behave
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill has warned his players they have a responsibility to behave on and off the pitch.
Dalglish avoids Suarez queries
Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish has not contemplated what his team would be like without the influential Luis Suarez.
Mancini insists Tevez not for loan
Manchester City are standing firm in their insistence that Carlos Tevez will not be made available for loan.
O'Hara ruled out for a week
Wolves midfielder Jamie O'Hara has been ruled out for at least a week with a hernia problem.
Salgado "frozen out" of Blackburn
Michel Salgado has claimed that he is fit but is not being allowed to play for Blackburn by the owners and manager Steve Kean.
Reina: Reds must take maximum points
Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina admits his side face a crucial period over the next six weeks, but is aiming to win every single one of their matches.
Chelsea warned off Porto stars
Porto have issued a stern warning to Europe's top clubs that none of their star players will be available for sale when the transfer window opens in January.
Liverpool have signed 16-year-old wonderkid Jordon Ibe from Wycombe Wanderers.
Kenny Dalglish's side beat off stiff competition from Premier League rivals Manchester United and Fulham to seal the signature for the highly-talented youngster for an initial 750,000 pounds, which could rise to one million pounds.
Goal.com revealed a deal was in place to take Ibe, who has made 11 appearances for the League One club's first team, to Anfield last week.Wycombe manager Gary Waddock wanted to keep Ibe, but said the opportunity to switch to Liverpool was too good to turn down.
"It's a fantastic move for him," Waddock told Wycombe's website."He's a phenomenal talent which is why we gave him a chance to show what he can do at first-team level.""Obviously we wanted to keep him, but we didn't want to stand in the way of an opportunity he deserves."
"I have no doubt in my mind that he will go on to become a big star and I will be keeping a close eye on his progress.""I would like to wish him and his family all the best for the future." This season has seen Ibe become the youngest player to represent the League One outfit, as well as becoming their youngest scorer in their 124-year history.
Liverpool striker Luis Suarez has been banned for eight matches and fined 40,000 pounds after being found guilty of misconduct.
The English FA announced the sanctions on Tuesday, with Suarez having been accused by Manchester United left-back Patrice Evra of racism.
The French full-back had filed a complaint over comments the Uruguay forward was accused to have said during the 1-1 English Premier League draw between United and Liverpool at Anfield on October 15.
Suarez has 14 days to appeal the Independent Regulatory Commission's decision, with the ban suspended until an appeal process has been completed or the 14 days have expired.
A statement on the FA's website read: "An Independent Regulatory Commission has today (Tuesday, 20 December 2011) found a charge of misconduct against Luis Suarez proven, and have issued a suspension for a period of eight matches as well as fining him 40,000 pounds, pending appeal.
"The statement said Suarez had been found guilty of using 'insulting words towards Mr Evra', which included 'a reference to Mr Evra's colour'.
The statement also said the Independent Regulatory Commission will provide written reasons for its decision.
Jol expects big things from Ruiz
Fulham manager Martin Jol has warned Barclays Premier League rivals the best is yet to come from summer signing Bryan Ruiz.
Court challenge to tube strike
Legal action aimed at halting a planned strike by Tube drivers in London on Boxing Day in a row over pay will be heard at the High Court on Wednesday.
Kean expecting to stay in charge
Blackburn manager Steve Kean has claimed he still expects to be in charge of the club for the Boxing Day trip to Liverpool despite the 2-1 home defeat to Bolton.
Mancini wants Mario to calm down
Roberto Mancini has challenged Mario Balotelli to temper his wayward streak.
Wenger ponders defensive options
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger may look to bring a full-back in on loan in January after revealing that Kieran Gibbs has suffered another setback from his hernia injury.
Mancini: Tevez has received bad advice
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini has delivered a thinly-veiled attack on Kia Joorabchian by claiming Carlos Tevez has received bad advice.
Koscielny happy at full-back
Laurent Koscielny has no problem helping ease Arsenal's injury crisis by playing at full-back.
Taylor plans early Christmas gift
Defender Neil Taylor hopes to give Swansea fans some early festive cheer by helping the club climb into the top half of the Barclays Premier League table in time for Christmas.
Warnock plans Puncheon talks Manager Neil Warnock says he will talk to Jason Puncheon about his future over Christmas after admitting the winger has found life "difficult" at QPR.
Warnock not writing Dyer off
QPR boss Neil Warnock is unsure whether Kieron Dyer's latest injury setback will prevent him from having an impact in the Barclays Premier League again.
Barry Bannan expresses regret
Aston Villa midfielder Barry Bannan has admitted there would have been "no point in me living" had his drink-fuelled motorway crash resulted in any loss of life.
Simpson wants to stay at Newcastle
Newcastle full-back Danny Simpson has again underlined his desire to stay despite rejecting their latest contract offer.
Liverpool sign young starlet Ibe
Liverpool have completed the signing of teenage prospect Jordan Ibe from Wycombe.
Gibbs suffers recovery setback
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has revealed that Kieran Gibbs has suffered a setback in his recovery from a hernia operation.
Jol concerned over Zamora talk
Fulham manager Martin Jol admits the regularity of reports regarding Bobby Zamora's future is becoming a concern.
Coyle delighted but feels for Kean
Owen Coyle was "delighted" Bolton beat Blackburn 2-1 at Ewood Park in a clash of the Premier League's bottom two - but admitted he felt for counterpart Steve Kean.
Reds stunned by Suarez ban
Liverpool will almost certainly challenge the eight-match ban given to Luis Suarez after the striker was found guilty of racially abusing Patrice Evra.
Luis Suarez banned for eight games
Luis Suarez has been banned for eight matches and fined £40,000 by the Football Association for racially abusing Patrice Evra.
Court challenge to tube strike Legal action aimed at halting a planned strike by Tube drivers in London on Boxing Day in a row over pay will be heard at the High Court on Wednesday.
London Underground (LU) is challenging the validity of the strike called by the Aslef union's leadership over its claims for additional Boxing Day pay. The union announced last week it was calling four 24-hour strikes in the coming weeks, claiming LU was offering no extra pay for working the bank holiday.
Arsenal and Chelsea could both be forced to postpone Boxing Day fixtures due to the planned strike. Both clubs are concerned that supporters and employees could struggle to travel to their games, with Arsenal due to host Wolves at the Emirates Stadium and Chelsea taking on Fulham at Stamford Bridge.
LU said Aslef was seeking triple pay and an extra day off for working on Boxing Day, adding that the drivers already earned a premium in their annual salary for working on public holidays. Howard Collins, LU's chief operating officer, said: "This threat of strike action is disgraceful, and Londoners will share our disbelief at these outrageous claims by Aslef's leadership for even more money to work on a day for which their members are already being paid.
"LU has a long-standing agreement with all of its trade unions which covers working arrangements on public holidays, and Boxing Day is included in that. "The underground is a public service that should be playing its part in helping Londoners and the capital have a happy and prosperous Christmas, and we will take every possible step to ensure that happens."
An Aslef spokesman said the union was not surprised at the legal challenge, but it was disappointed, adding: "I am sure Londoners would prefer LU to be sitting down with the union hammering out a solution to this dispute rather than wasting time briefing solicitors and wasting money by pouring it into the pockets of barristers.
"We don't expect the legal challenge to be successful and all it will do is increase ill-feeling, which will make an agreement more difficult to secure."
Chelsea captain John Terry is facing charges over the alleged racist abuse of Queens Park Rangers defender Anton Ferdinand.
Terry allegedly made the remarks towards Ferdinand during Chelsea's 1-0 loss to QPR in their English Premier League clash at Loftus Road on October 23, and the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) confirmed on Wednesday that the defender would face charges.
Alison Saunders, Chief Crown Prosecutor for London, said: "I have today advised the Metropolitan Police Service that John Terry should be prosecuted for a racially aggravated public order offence following comments allegedly made during a Premier League football match between Queens Park Rangers and Chelsea on 23 October 2011."
"The decision was taken in accordance with the Code for Crown Prosecutors and after careful consideration of all the evidence I am satisfied there is sufficient evidence for a realistic prospect of conviction and it is in the public interest to prosecute this case.""Mr Terry will appear before West London Magistrates' Court on 1 February 2012."
The decision comes a day after Liverpool forward Luis Suarez was handed an eight-game ban and 40,000 pound fine by the Football Association (FA) for racially abusing Manchester United defender Patrice Evra.
A statement from Terry, who has pledged his innocence since the incident, shortly after the verdict read: "I hope to be given a chance to clear my name.""I have never aimed a racist remark at anyone and count people from all creeds amongst my friends."Chelsea said they would continue to stand by their captain as the legal process ran its course."
"John has made it clear he denies the charge and is determined to do all he can to prove his innocence," a statement from the club read."Chelsea FC has always been fully supportive of John in this matter and there is no question that we will continue to be so."
"The club finds all forms of discrimination abhorrent and we are proud of the work we undertake campaigning on this important issue."Andre Villas-Boas' men are preparing for their English Premier League derby clash against Tottenham on Thursday.
Chinese ref fixed Manchester United match 21 December 2011
Chinese referee Huang Junjie has admitted that he was paid to fix a friendly involving Manchester United.
Huang confessed in court to taking bribes for eight games in total, one of which was United's 6-0 victory over Shenzhen FC in 2007 in a club friendly in Macau.
It has not been claimed that either side were involved in or aware of the match-fixing.
The official's revelations have come as a result of hearings into the alleged corruption of some of key figures within the Chinese game, including the former head of the Chinese Super League, Zhang Jianqiang.
Over 60 coaches, players, referees, and other officials are facing charges of match-fixing and bribery after a two-year investigation into the country's domestic football scene.
As well as match-fixing, some senior Chinese Football Association (CFA) members also stand accused of accepting payments from players wanting to be called up to the national team.
