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Van Persie carving out place in pantheon

If Tony Adams' indomitable contribution to Arsenal's history is best captured by that snapshot of euphoric triumph against Everton, his arms outstretched in victory, and Thierry Henry's by that snarling, leonine pout, then perhaps this is the instant for which Robin van Persie should be cast in...

Zamora left in limbo after Jol refuses to confirm he'll be back for Europe

Martin Jol has cast further uncertainty over the future of Bobby Zamora by refusing to confirm the England striker's return to the Fulham squad for Wednesday's Europa League tie against Odense BK.

Pardew calls for a little respect from Villas-Boas

The blizzard of barbs and counter-barbs surrounding Andre Villas-Boas has been intensified, as Alan Pardew advised the Chelsea manager to be "a bit more respectful and a bit more honourable".

Ferguson keen to show the cracks are not so deep

Sir Alex Ferguson says that December holds the key to Manchester United's season but you suspect it will be mid-February before a proper assessment can be made of where they stand amid the debris of their European aspirations.

Albrighton gets 'mojo back' but desperate times for Bolton

Aston Villa set their sights on their first away win of the season and found their route wide open.

Suarez finds unlikely ally in Warnock

Neil Warnock has history with Liverpool. There was an on-field spat – and alleged spit – with Stéphane Henchoz after a League Cup semi-final defeat with Sheffield United. There was also Rafa Benitez's understrength team selection for a game at Fulham late in the 2006-07 season that...

Martinez answers the critics, Moses silences his coaches

Thirtysomethings from Iberia they may both be but Roberto Martinez is much that Andre Villas-Boas isn't; at the Premier League basement for a start yet also curiously unburdened in the pressure stakes – and unfazed by critics.

Late surge of emotion lifts O'Neill to dramatic first win

He was welcomed on to the pitch with a resounding roar of approval, he left at half-time to a smattering of boos and when finally Martin O'Neill took his leave the home support were so drained of emotion they barely noticed him go.

Mata and Silva walk tall for 'little people'

Juan Mata pauses for thought. It is not often that Chelsea's creator-in-chief stops. His movement, on the pitch, is constant, buzzing, whirring. Even in his quiet, softly-spoken English, he is fluent, engaging. But one question has stumped him. "Who is shorter, me or David Silva?" he asks himself,...