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Lambert backing Benteke

Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert has no concerns over star striker Christian Benteke despite his recent dip in form.

Lawro's predictions

BBC Sport's football expert Mark Lawrenson takes on Radio 1 DJ and Arsenal fan Greg James

Allardyce on Spurs defensive

West Ham manager Sam Allardyce has hit out at Tottenham counterpart Andre Villas-Boas following the Spurs boss' criticism of Hull City's style of play.

Hollande stands by 'football tax'

France's President Hollande sticks to a 75% tax on high-earners despite football clubs' pressure to drop it.

Goalkeeper to pay costs of lawsuit

A professional goalkeeper who sued a surgeon claiming he was left in pain after a wrist operation drops his legal action and must pay costs.

Cardiff talent scout steps aside

The 23-year-old Kazakh who became Cardiff's head of recruitment steps aside pending a visa query.

VIDEO: Luis Suarez has improved - Rodgers

Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers says striker Luis Suarez has shown improvements in both his "football ability and maturity".

Clarke: Swede should talk

West Brom head coach Steve Clarke has invited Markus Rosenberg to discuss his future with him after the striker expressed frustration at a lack of first-team opportunities.

New deal for Norwich keeper Ruddy

England keeper John Ruddy signs a new four-year deal with Norwich City, keeping him at the Premier League side until 2017.