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Republic must not fear Germany, says Noel King

• Interim manager says his side must have belief in Cologne • 'You don't know how the games flow', says King Noel King will send his Republic of Ireland side out against Germany under orders to do whatever it takes to secure a famous victory. The interim manager, like the departed…

Bellamy refutes links with Wales manager position

• Bellamy admits managing Wales would be 'great opportunity' • Remaining World Cup qualifiers pivotal for Coleman's future Craig Bellamy feels it is disrespectful for him to be touted as a potential successor to Chris Coleman but acknowledges managing Wales would be a "great…

Has any other royal palace played host to football? | The Knowledge

Plus: the 'reverse curse of Liverpool', awful managerial starts and long seasonal trips. Send your questions and answers to [email protected] and follow us on Twitter "Buckingham Palace's hosting of a match between Civil Service FC and Polytechnic FC on Monday got me wondering," begins Ben…

Happy Kolo targets World Cup

Kolo Toure returns to Ivory Coast action this weekend thrilled at his return to form with Liverpool.

Hoddle lined up to join FA project

• FA's Greg Dyke set to recruit Hoddle for new FA commission • Hoddle sacked as England manager in 'reincarnation' row Greg Dyke is expected to announce the former England manager Glenn Hoddle as a key member of his commission to improve the fortunes of the national side. Fourteen years…

Mackay's Cardiff scout suspended

Malky Mackay's head of recruitment is suspended, prompting fears the Cardiff City boss could be unsettled by the move.

Gus Poyet: I will win over Sunderland team to beat relegation

Gus Poyet has said he will not adopt the confrontational policy of former Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio that provoked a player rebellion that led to the Italian's sacking.

Exclusive: Newcastle United lead the way as fans' pressure forces ticket price cuts

The campaign to bring Premier League away tickets down to £20 is on the brink of a major breakthrough, with Newcastle United preparing to announce a reciprocal deal by which they will charge any club's away fans that price, if their own are given the same deal, The Independent can reveal.

Gareth Southgate sought Sam Allardyce advice on Ravel Morrison call-up

• England Under-21 manager assured over West Ham midfielder • Player thriving after off-field issues when at Manchester United Gareth Southgate sought assurances from Sam Allardyce before calling up Ravel Morrison for the first time to his England Under-21 squad for this month's…