Ronaldo uninjured in car crash - British police

Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo was involved in a car crash near Manchester airport Thursday, but was not injured, police said.

Redknapp plans to follow Defoe swoop with more deals

Harry Redknapp hopes to follow his swoop for Jermain Defoe with a host of new signings to bolster Tottenham's bid for cup glory.

Lucky United still on course for five trophies: Ferguson

Alex Ferguson said Manchester United were lucky to still be on course for five trophies this season after their shock 1-0 League Cup semi-final, first leg defeat against Derby County.

Derby beat world champions United in League Cup

Championship strugglers Derby County, with new manager Nigel Clough watching from the directors' box, beat Manchester United 1-0 in the semi-final, first leg of the League Cup here on Wednesday.

Wigan poised to sign Colombian striker

Colombian international striker Hugo Rodallega looks set to sign for Premiership side Wigan Athletic and provoke more speculation surrounding the futures of Senegal's Henri Camara and England international Emile Heskey.

Ameobi signs new contract at Newcastle

Nigerian-born striker Shola Ameobi has signed a new three-year contract to stay at St James Park, the club announced on Wednesday.

Clough era reignited at Derby

Former England international Nigel Clough emulated his legendary late father Brian in becoming manager of Derby County on Tuesday.

Spurs on course for League Cup defence thanks to O'Hara

Tottenham moved within touching distance of defending their League Cup title after super-substitute Jamie O'Hara inspired a 4-1 win over Burnley in Tuesday's semi-final first leg.

World Cup winner Denilson on trial at Bolton

Brazilian 2002 World Cup winner and once the world's most expensive player Denilson is on trial with Premiership side Bolton Wanderers it was revealed on Tuesday.

Benitez to resist transfer temptation

Rafael Benitez has suggested he will resist the temptation to add to his squad this month by emphasising his belief that his current squad can deliver a first league title in 19 years.

Anger at Martins' speeding punishment

Road safety campaigners vented their anger on Tuesday after Newcastle United's Nigerian international striker Obafemi Martins was not banned from driving despite being caught speeding well over the limit.

Tevez risks Fergie ire with outburst over stalled deal

Carlos Tevez has risked jeopordising his chances of securing a long-term Manchester United contract by going public with his frustration over the lack of progress towards a permanent transfer.

Defoe heading back to Spurs

England international striker Jermain Defoe is leaving Portsmouth and rejoin Harry Redknapp at Tottenham, the London club said on Tuesday.

Tevez to stake United claim in League Cup semi

Carlos Tevez will be given another chance to prove he deserves a long-term deal at Manchester United as Sir Alex Ferguson prepares to throw him back into action in a League Cup semi-final.

Villanueva magic enough to see off valiant Spartans

A brilliant freekick by Chilean international Carlos Villanueva proved the difference between Premiership side Blackburn Rovers and non-league Blyth Spartans here on Monday as Rovers ran out 1-0 winners.

Benitez tells Reds to keep eyes on league prize

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has told the Premier League leaders not to be distracted from their quest to win the English title by the hype surrounding their derby FA Cup tie with Everton.

Spurs told Downing staying at Boro
Clough in frame for Derby role
Downing hands in transfer request
United stay on course for quadruple
Redknapp ready for League Cup endurance test
Mersey beat sets fourth round Cup tempo
Welbeck stars for United against sinning Saints
United and Villa into FA Cup fourth round
Merseyside rivals go head-to-head in FA Cup
FA Cup fourth round draw