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Bale is irreplaceable - Sigurdsson
Gylfi Sigurdsson warned that Tottenham would not be able to find a direct replacement for Gareth Bale if they let the award-winning star leave this summer.
Moyes to meet Man United squad this morning
David Moyes is set to meet the Manchester United squad this morning as he begins the task of following in Sir Alex Ferguson's footsteps.
Arsenal hero Koscielny: We knew what win meant
Laurent Koscielny maintains the Arsenal players knew exactly what was at stake if they had failed to beat Newcastle and missed out on another shot at the Champions League.
Di Canio slams "ignorant" and "arrogant" players
Paolo Di Canio tore into the Sunderland players after the 1-0 away defeat to Tottenham Hotspur which meant they finished in 17th place in the Premier League - accusing them of “ignorance” and “arrogance” and pledging some of their careers were over at the club if it was up to him.
Hearts avoid SPL relegation
Hearts have avoided instant relegation after the Scottish Premier League board decided the financial problems of their majority shareholder had not breached its rules before the end of the season.
Ferguson fiesta but Lukaku has final word
Alex Ferguson bowed out in a crazy tickertape blizzard of goals after one of those "football, bloody hell" type of games, the first 5-5 in Premier League history.
Another bullet from brilliant Bale not enough to give Spurs glory
IN the end, it was only the most thrilling consolation goal you will ever see.
Benitez walks away with fans' grudging respect
It has taken fully 48 games but finally, with a trophy in the cabinet and a place in the Champions League secure, there was discreet appreciation at Stamford Bridge for Rafael Benitez. It came in the form of a small sign.
Aidan O'Hara: Young, gifted and on the scrapheap
NEXT September, Marc Kenny will stand in front of a room full of parents whose children are among the best footballers in the country and try to inject a dose of reality. He has done it for the last five years and, as head coach in the South Dublin centre of the FAI's Emerging Talent programme, the message remains the same.
Ups, downs and warming the bench... the best and the worst of Ireland's Premier League stars
AS the sun sets on another Premier League campaign, it is an unfortunate reality that it has not been a vintage year for Irish players, with none of Giovanni Trapattoni's stars figuring in the serious discussions around the end-of-season awards.
Doyle must take pay cut to seal Parkhead switch
Ireland striker Kevin Doyle is debating on whether to take a pay-cut in order to move to Celtic.
Tributes but no tears as Carragher bows out on a high
No one is bigger than Liverpool FC but there are those whose presence has elevated and preserved their stature.
Arsenal relief as Koscielny seals seat at top table
At the final whistle, Arsene Wenger turned towards his bench with both fists in the air and instinctively hugged the nearest man in an Arsenal jersey, which happened to be Mikel Arteta. This was what fourth place meant to Arsenal, so forgive them if it got a little emotional.
Madrid set to announce Mourinho exit
Jose Mourinho's departure from Real Madrid will be announced this week, moving his return to Chelsea a step closer.
No guarantee for Schwarzer despite show of defiance
FULHAM manager Martin Jol refused to guarantee Mark Schwarzer a starting spot next season despite an inspired final-day display to keep Swansea at bay.
Martinez won't make hasty decision
Roberto Martinez will make a decision about his future in the next seven days before a meeting scheduled for next Monday with Wigan owner Dave Whelan.
Madden on target as Yeovil's green army earn stripes
THE fairytale became reality for Yeovil's Irish contingent yesterday, with Paddy Madden hitting the target as the underdogs booked their place in next season's Championship.
Keane fitness boost for Trapattoni
REPUBLIC of Ireland skipper Robbie Keane drew a frustrating blank as LA Galaxy crashed to a 1-0 defeat in the MLS against New York Red Bulls yesterday.
Sligo woe as deluge leads to washout
Sligo Rovers boss Ian Baraclough has expressed his disappointment that his charges didn't get the chance to respond to the challenge of St Patrick's Athletic and Derry City on Saturday night.
Rival supporters join in chorus for Owen's fleeting swansong
There were no tears, no guard of honour, no captain's armband and virtually no game time, but Michael Owen was eventually given the standing ovation he deserved.
Nolan nails treble to ease Hammers home
GOALKEEPER Alex McCarthy conceded a nightmare goal in his first match since being called into the England squad, enabling Kevin Nolan to score the the first of a hat-trick.
New deal for Ferdinand as Moyes gets to work
Rio Ferdinand will sign a one-year contract at Manchester United this week after incoming manager David Moyes sanctioned a new deal for the 34-year-old.
Celtic boss Lennon: We’ll treat Cup final like Champions League match
NEIL LENNON revealed his Celtic side will prepare Champions League-style for next Sunday's William Hill Scottish Cup final against Hibernian at Hampden Park.
Hodgson plea over IRA chant
ENGLAND manager Roy Hodgson will ask supporters attending the friendly with the Republic of Ireland not to sing 'No Surrender [to the IRA]'.
Fair Play legal challenge sets up Bosman sequel
We know relatively little about Belgian football agent Daniel Striani. On the other hand, the landmark Bosman case catapulted Belgian sports lawyer Jean-Louis Dupont into the limelight and saw the term 'Bosman' secure a permanent place in both the sporting and legal lexicon.
Rooney to miss game with West Brom as baby is due
Wayne Rooney will miss Manchester United's final game of the season as wife Coleen is due to give birth to the couple's second child.
Wenger eyes a rare saga-free summer
Just five miles separate their stadiums, but it will feel like a million this evening for the club that fails to qualify for the Champions League.
Bayern crave top prize to confirm superpower status
There is a vague sense of something missing in the otherwise bounteously stocked Bayern Munich club museum. Opened last year immediately after – and right upstairs from – Bayern's hometown Champions League final, the museum can absorb a full half-hour of goggling at its stirring display of historical Bayern power before the casual observer finally twigs the basic failure of planning at the heart of its floor design.
All change as season slips away
A more dramatic conclusion to a Premier League title race than last season's final day could not be imagined, so this season never appeared to even try. With a sturdy 10-point lead as they go into today's closing fixtures, Manchester United secured their 20th title with unexpected ease, and Manchester City were a grave disappointment to anyone who imagined they would be able to build on their success of 12 months ago.
Bradford end 14 years of heartache
Bradford crowned a memorable season by securing their first promotion since reaching the top flight 14 years ago, three months after their historic Wembley appearance in the final of the Capital One Cup.
In Brief: Jones apology for Whelan
Stoke striker Kenwyne Jones has apologised to team-mate Glenn Whelan after smashing his car windscreen in a mistaken act of retribution for a training-ground prank which went wrong.
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- Foster backs Moyes for United
- Rodwell out to prove himself
- Fergie tells bosses to learn their trade
- Lyons shows no mercy to sink Bray
- Foy spot on for Candystripes
- Furlong brace ensures easy passage for City
- Marks on double as Drogheda cruise
- Real exit opens door for Blues
- Pilkington defends his decision to withdraw
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Gatland moving on from Wilkinson
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Lambert remembers Champions League success
Aston Villa manager, Paul Lambert, recollects winning the Champions Leagu trophy with Borussia Dortmund in 1997.
Conor Dunne wins Stage 1 of the 2013 An Post Rás
The 21 year old Carrick Iverk Produce team rider took the yellow jersey by four seconds on the stage end in Longford.
Di Canio lets rip at Bardsley
Bardsley was left out of Sunderland's squad for their game at Tottenham after the picture of him - taken after Sunderland's survival was assured on Tuesday night following Wigan's loss at Arsenal - was printed in The People newspaper.
Beckham weeps during final professional game
Retiring David Beckham admits he felt emotional during his final match for Paris St Germain before the former England captain quits football.
Managers pay tribute to Beckham
Premier League managers have reacted to the news that David Beckham is to retire from professional football.
Les Kiss names Rory Best as skipper for US tour
Rory Best is Ireland skipper for US tour
Toulon victorious over Clermont Auvergne
Wilkinson kicked three penalties and landed the decisive conversion to Delon Armitage's try as Toulon rallied from 15-6 down to clinch their first major trophy in over two decades.
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