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Villa to appeal over Agbonlahor red

Aston Villa will appeal against the red card shown to Gabby Agbonlahor during the 1-1 draw with Manchester United.

Villa appeal Agbonlahor red

Aston Villa have appealed Gabby Agbonlahor's red card against Manchester United on Saturday.

Oyston apologises for abusive texts

Blackpool chairman Karl Oyston "unreservedly apologises" for "unacceptable comments" made in texts he sent to a supporter.

Cissokho coy on future

Aly Cissokho is remaining coy on his future at Aston Villa, following speculation of a move in the January transfer window.

Gutierrez wins on return from cancer

Midfielder Jonas Gutierrez plays for 87 minutes for Newcastle in an Under-21s cup game after overcoming cancer.

England postpone France friendly

England's friendly with France is postponed after they were drawn in the same group for the Fifa Women's World Cup.

Bent open to longer Brighton stay

Striker Darren Bent says he would be happy to stay at Brighton if there is no prospect of starting for parent club Aston Villa.

From record-breakers to 'idiots'

As Europe's major leagues go into hibernation for winter breaks, BBC Sport assesses how the game has unfolded on the continent.

Taylor: Newcastle to blame

Steven Taylor says Newcastle only have themselves to blame for Adam Johnson’s 90th-minute winner for Sunderland in the Tyne-Wear derby on Sunday.