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Gerrard dismisses Everton

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has dismissed Everton as "similar to Stoke" and believes there is only one team in the city that wants to play football.

Laudrup will keep Swans up - Rush

Ian Rush reveals gratitude to Michael Laudrup and backs his ex-Juventus team-mate to keep Swansea in the Premier League.

Wenger praise for McDermott

Arsene Wenger has hailed Reading boss Brian McDermott as a miracle-worker ahead of Arsenal's Capital One Cup fourth-round tie at the Madejski Stadium.

Leonardo Bonucci | The Gallery

The Juventus defender and part-time vigilante Leonardo Bonucci stars as Rocky, Kick-Ass and a Ninja Turtle

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard adds fuel to derby debate by claiming Everton are a long-ball side

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard launches stinging attack on Everton as a "long-ball team who play like Stoke".

Chelsea steward injury prompts police investigation following defeat to Manchester United at Stamford Bridge

The Metropolitan Police has launched an investigation into how a Chelsea steward was hospitalised Stamford Bridge.

Mark Clattenburg prepared to fight claims as Football Association launches inquiry into Chelsea claims

Football Association poised to meet Mark Clattenburg following claims referee made 'inappropriate' remarks to Chelsea player.

Freund: Adebayor is wanted

Steffen Freund accepts Emmanuel Adebayor has not been happy this season, but insists the striker will have a role to play for Tottenham Hotspur.

Manchester City defender Micah Richards ruled out until Christmas after undergoing knee operation

Micah Richards, the Manchester City defender, faces a battle to play again this year after undergoing knee surgery.