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Jones feels 'wanted' at Sunderland

Defender Billy Jones says the interest of Sunderland coach Gus Poyet helped sway his move to Wearside.

Leicester sign defender Rowley

Manchester United defender Louis Rowley has joined Premier League new boys Leicester on a one-year deal.

Uefa changes rule on yellow cards

A rule change on yellow cards will make it harder for players to be suspended for the Champions League and Europa League finals.

Brazil tracks lessons for Olympics

With the World Cup generally regarded as a success, BBC Brasil looks at what the country can learn from the experience for the 2016 Olympics.

Third Maguire Hull bid snubbed

Sheffield United have rejected a third bid, believed to be in the region of £2m, from Hull City for their England Under 21 centre-half Harry Maguire.

Pulis to decide Dobbie's fate

Stephen Dobbie is back at Crystal Palace, but acknowledges that Tony Pulis will determine how long he stays.

Exeter's hand in Brazil's national team

The tale of how Brazil's national team formed to face Exeter City, who are returning to the country a century later.

Aberdeen face La Liga Europa test

Real Sociedad await Aberdeen as British sides discover their possible opponents in Europa League qualifying.

Match cancelled over disorder fears

Mansfield Town's pre-season friendly with Birmingham City is cancelled due to fears over possible disorder.