SPORTS

Kenny Dalglish insists that Mario Balotelli swapped shirts because he was asked, and unaware of English culture.

Marc Marquez will start the 2014 Malaysian Grand Prix from front after clinching 13th pole of the season. Find out how to follow the race live.

Jason Pearce claims Leeds are close to getting it right with with their tactics.

Louis van Gaal is keen to strengthen his defence during January transfer window.

Sami Khedira drops his wage demands to £80,000 a week to force a move to Arsenal.

West Ham takes on Manchester City at Upton Park in an early kick-off on Saturday.

Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero reveals in his new book that Mario Balotelli was a loved figure at the Etihad.

Paul Lambert claims there is an option to buy Tom Cleverley in January.

Real Madrid face Barcelona in the La LIga clash on Saturday. Find out how to follow the El Clasico live in the UK.

Roger Federer faces Ivo Karlovic in 2014 Swiss Indoors men's semi-final on Saturday. Find out how to follow the match live in the UK.

Andy Murray faces David Ferrer in 2014 Valencia Open Men's Semifinal. Find out how to follow match live in the UK.

Mourinho is unwilling to protect Costa ahead of the trip to Old Trafford.

Arsenal travel to Sunderland on Saturday as the Black Cats seek redemption for their 8-0 mauling against Southampton.

Liverpool paid £12m to Sevilla this summer to secure the defender's services.

Lorenzo was the fastest during FP 2 of the 2014 Malaysian Grand Prix. Find out how to follow the qualifying live in the UK.

Spain's national team doctor Garcia Cota gives IBTimes UK his view on Costa's fitness.

Keeper will complete his injury rehabilitation at Manchester United.

The Dutchman hails Arsene Wenger's side as an amazing club

United host Chelsea on Sunday 26 October.

The Brit lost his opening set but sealed victory over Kevin Anderson.

IBTimes UK considers how Liverpool's other signings have coped in their first seasons.

Manchester United, Liverpool and Arsenal have earmarked Bellarabi as potential transfer target in January.

Pundits in Spain claim Real Madrid play a lot better when Bale is out of action.

Liverpool take on Hull City in the 2014/15 Premier League season at Anfield on Saturday. Find out where to watch in the UK.

Loic Remy ruled out of trip to Old Trafford but Didier Drogba could feature.

A dispute between Tony Fernandes and the new management team has seen administrators step in

Arsene Wenger has praised Abou Diaby's attitude and resolve despite suffering so many injuries.

Nadal's participation in the ATP World Tour Finals in London next month remains in doubt.

Jones says Di Maria is up there with the world's best players.