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Alan Pardew headbutt: Newcastle manager admits charge

Newcastle boss Alan Pardew admits the FA's charge of improper conduct relating to a headbutt on Hull's David Meyler.

Pardew accepts FA charge

Alan Pardew has accepted an FA misconduct charge for headbutting David Meyler during Newcastle's 4-1 win over Hull on Saturday.

Shakhtar bemoan halt to Ukraine league

Sergei Palkin, the chief executive of Shakhtar Donetsk, insists football is 'a positive emotion' and can be used for good.

Rodgers looks to leave legacy

Brendan Rodgers is looking to create a legacy at Liverpool that is based on more than the securing of major silverware.

Nicolas Anelka 'quenelle' gesture had 'anti-Semitic' link - FA panel

Nicolas Anelka was banned because his 'quenelle' gesture had an "anti-Semitic" element, says an FA disciplinary panel.

Magath: Fulham will beat drop

Fulham manager Felix Magath says he has no doubts about his side's ability to preserve their Premier League status by avoiding relegation.

West Bromwich Albion v Manchester United

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between West Bromwich Albion and Manchester United.

Norwich City's Leroy Fer sidelined for 'weeks', says Chris Hughton

Norwich City manager Chris Hughton says injured midfielder Leroy Fer could be out of action for "weeks".

Thursday's gossip column

Chelsea eye Van Persie, Spurs anxious to keep Lloris, Soldado vows to stay, plus more