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West Ham chief confirms Carroll medical on Twitter
Transfer news: West Ham have moved a step closer to the £15.5million signing of Liverpool striker Andy Carroll after co-owner David Gold confirmed on Twitter that the England international will have a medical with the London club tomorrow.
Henry Cooper v Muhammad Ali 50 years on: What happened next
Henry Cooper and Cassius Clay would meet again in a rematch in 1966. But in the immediate aftermath of their first meeting at Wembley Stadium, 50 years ago today, their fortunes would dramatically diverge. His victory over the Londoner earned Clay - later to become Muhammad Ali - a straight shot at reigning world heavyweight champion Sonny Liston, while Cooper was forced to rebuild on the domestic scene.
Mahmood and Foakes vow to recover from ‘freakish’ Essex collapse against Lancashire
Essex duo Sajid Mahmood and Ben Foakes are desperate to put last week’s humiliating County Championship defeat to Lancashire behind them when they begin their match against Leicestershire on Friday.
Stuart Pearce to leave England post after dismal Euro showing
Stuart Pearce was today informed by the Football Association he will not be kept on as England Under-21s manager.
Wade and Barritt Lions bows end in defeat as Brumbies soften tourists up for Australia
Tour match: Brumbies 14 Lions 12
Wimbledon 2013: Ivanisevic warning for Murray
Former Wimbledon champion Goran Ivanisevic believes Andy Murray will face some “hungry” competition for the SW19 crown this year.
A tough draw for Daggers but one to relish says Burnett
Dagenham & Redbridge manager Wayne Burnett excited by Capital One Cup tie with Brentford.
Millwall boss braced for Championship battle
New Millwall manager Steve Lomas is relishing competing in the Championship, describing it as the most competitive league in Europe.
Robson eases through at Eastbourne
British number one Laura Robson recorded her first win under new coach Miles Maclagan to reach the second round of the AEGON International in Eastbourne.
Champions Trophy 2013: Past has no relevance to South Africa showdown - Cook
England captain Alastair Cook says off-the-pitch issues have no relevance ahead of tomorrow’s Champions Trophy semi-final against South Africa.
Champions Trophy 2013: Boyhood tears spurring De Villiers to KO England
AB de Villiers has it in his own hands to keep South African tears at bay at The Oval tomorrow - unlike the last time his country met England in a global semi-final.
QPR urged to take Capital One Cup seriously after drawing Exeter
QPR’s failure last season must be used as a catalyst for Harry Redknapp’s men to fly out of the traps this term, according to former England international Dion Dublin.
Former Crystal Palace, Spurs and Everton trio in contention to replace Stuart Pearce
The departure of Stuart Pearce as England Under-21s manager leaves the Football Association with an important decision to make.
Lomas to talk with Millwall staff and reveals style of management
Millwall manager Steve Lomas will speak with coaches Joe Gallen and Tim Breacker about their futures at the Lions.
Wentzel to leave Wasps and return to South Africa
London Wasps lock Marco Wentzel is set to return to South Africa for family reasons, the Premiership club have confirmed.
Former West Brom and Charlton man in talks with Crystal Palace
Transfer news: Newly-promoted Crystal Palace are closing in on the signing of free agent Jerome Thomas following his release from West Brom.
True Blue: Chelsea win title at White Hart Lane and send Spurs down - that’s the the dream fixture ticket
London24’s Chelsea blogger Paul Lagan looks forward to the release of the football fixtures...
Chelsea and Man City could miss out as striker target eyes Real Madrid
Transfer news: Edinson Cavani has reiterated his desire to join Real Madrid as he continues to be linked with a big money move away from Napoli this summer.
Spurs and Chelsea target reveals interest in Italy move
Transfer news: Corinthians midfielder Paulinho has hinted that he would prefer a move to Serie A over Tottenham or Chelsea.
Palace ace plus ex-Fulham, Millwall and West Ham stars’ joy as Australia book World Cup spot
Crystal Palace’s Mile Jedinak, former Fulham keeper Mark Schwarzer and Millwall and West Ham old boy Lucas Neill are going to the World Cup after a late winner from Josh Kennedy earned a vital 1-0 win over Iraq to book Australia’s ticket to Brazil.
Grabarz pulls out of GB team for Euro championships
Newham and Essex Beagle Robbie Grabarz has had to withdraw with a knee injury from the Great Britian squad for the European Athletics Team Championships in Gateshead this weekend.
Steve Lomas reveals transfer plans for Millwall
Transfer news: Millwall manager Steve Lomas is looking to bring a maximum of five or six players to the Lions.
Henry Cooper v Muhammad Ali 50 years on: What they said
Today marks the 50th anniversary of Henry Cooper’s famous first fight with Cassius Clay - later to become Muhammad Ali - at Wembley Stadium on June 18, 1963. Here is what both fighters, trainers and commentators said before during and after the fight.
Chelsea star targets showdown talks with Mourinho amid transfer speculation
Fernando Torres insists he is not worried about his Chelsea future but says he wants to sit down with new manager Jose Mourinho before the start of the new season.
Lions Tour 2013: We got what we deserved - Gatland
British and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland conceded his side “got what they deserved” after seeing their unbeaten tour record disappear in a disappointing showing against the Brumbies.
Arsenal See all
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Chelsea See all
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- Borussia Dortmund chief claims Chelsea midfielder wants to join them
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Fulham See all
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QPR See all
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Tottenham Hotspur See all
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West Ham United See all
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- Liverpool striker set for Hammers medical
- Allardyce provides update on West Ham’s pursuit of Liverpool man
- Villa, Palace, Fulham, Newcastle, Everton, West Ham, WBA & Hull target not for sale, insists boss
Championship See all
- Millwall boss braced for Championship battle
- Former Crystal Palace, Spurs and Everton trio in contention to replace Stuart Pearce
- Lomas to talk with Millwall staff and reveals style of management
- Former West Brom and Charlton man in talks with Crystal Palace
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League 1 See all
- Saunders: There won’t be a hangover
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- Daggers drawn away at Brentford
League 2 See all
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- Daggers drawn away at Brentford
- Wilkinson needs more experience but is aware of transfer rumours
Cricket See all
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Rugby See all
- Wade and Barritt Lions bows end in defeat as Brumbies soften tourists up for Australia
- Wentzel to leave Wasps and return to South Africa
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- Lions Tour 2013: It has been a crazy couple of months for me, says Wade
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