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Shearer doesn't take offence

Alan Shearer insists Newcastle United's decision to rebrand the bar named after him at St James' Park will not dent his support of the club.

Hughes: Pennant to kick on

Stoke City boss Mark Hughes is confident he can get the best out of Jermaine Pennant and believes the winger is ready to 'kick on'.

Isco ready to make move call

Malaga forward Isco says his future could be decided by Sunday, with Manchester City and Real Madrid waiting in the wings.

Bellamy vital for Cardiff - Hartson

Craig Bellamy will be an asset for Cardiff City in the Premier League next season says his former Wales and Celtic team-mate John Hartson.

Football offers 'traumatised kids' hope in Rio slums

A rebirth is taking place amid some of Rio de Janeiro's poorest and most violent districts, says BBC Sport's Ben Smith

Nigeria 1-2 Uruguay

Diego Forlan scores on his 100th appearance as Uruguay beat Nigeria at the Confederations Cup.

VIDEO: Highlights: Nigeria 1-2 Uruguay

Diego Forlan scores the winner in his 100th international to give Uruguay a 2-1 victory over Nigeria in the Confederations Cup.

Holman agrees Villa exit

United Arab Emirates club Al Nasr have confirmed they have agreed a deal for Aston Villa's Brett Holman.

Former footballer McKenzie comes back punching

From fighting depression and spending time in prison to boxing clever - the uplifting story of former Premier League footballer Leon McKenzie.