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False report riles Newcastle

Newcastle have banned a Sunday newspaper from St James' Park after taking issue with a report on Alan Pardew's future.

Fernandinho is fully focused

Fernandinho says a move to Manchester City has allowed him to focus on his football and chase domestic and international dreams.

Olic open to Prem move

Wolfsburg striker Ivica Olic is yet to make a decision on his future, but admits a move to the Premier League would appeal.

Big Sam calls for winter break

West Ham boss Sam Allardyce has reiterated calls for a mid-season break despite an upsurge in form from his side.

Eyes on Sporting starlet

A number of Premier League clubs are following Sporting Lisbon's highly-rated winger Carlos Mane, Sky Sports understands.

Bruce confident of progressing

Hull City boss Steve Bruce feels he has a squad strong enough to cope with the demanding fixture schedule as he targets an FA Cup semi-final at Wembley.

Arsene Wenger: Arsenal mentally stronger for Bayern test

Arsene Wenger says his Arsenal side are in "better mental shape" for a repeat of their Champions League tie against Bayern Munich.

VIDEO: England players in great form - Hodgson

England manager Roy Hodgson says that English players are in great form just a few months ahead of the World Cup in Brazil.

Reds performance pleases Allen

Joe Allen insists Liverpool will take the positives from their FA Cup fifth-round defeat against Arsenal at the weekend.