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Pardew plays down sale talk

Newcastle manager Alan Pardew says he has heard nothing from owner Mike Ashley about possible plans to sell the club.

Swan Dyer flattered by England talk

Winger Nathan Dyer is flattered by calls for him to be in the England team but says his focus is playing well for Swansea City.

Thursday's gossip column

Chelsea set aside £60m for Ronaldo, Van Gaal must finish no worse than third, Beckham tipped for politics, plus more

Arsenal v Manchester City

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester City.

Spurs owners deny takeover rumours

Tottenham Hotspur's owners deny press speculation of a takeover amid delays over the construction of their new stadium.

Transfer window unbelievable - Davis

Southampton midfielder Steven Davis says the club is ready to move on after an "unbelievable transfer window".

Signeul says Scots must stay focused

Head coach Anna Signeul says Scotland's women must focus against the improved Faroe Islands in their World Cup qualifier.

Zabaleta confident of return

Manchester City defender Pablo Zabaleta is confident he will be able to feature in Saturday’s game with Arsenal at Emirates Stadium.

Rodgers anger over Sturridge injury

Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers criticises England's handling of Daniel Sturridge as he is ruled out for up to three weeks.