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Football Association chairman David Bernstein has confirmed Ashley Cole has made a personal apology for his criticism of the organisation on Twitter.

Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli has bought and is furnishing a £750,000 apartment in Brescia, Italy, for pregnant girlfriend Raffaella Fico.

Borussia Dortmund centre-back Mats Hummels has hinted that he would be prepared to leave the German champions if the right offer was made.

Daredevil Felix Baumgartner is to skydive at the speed of sound. Before him, Patrick de Gayardon, Gary Connery, Dan Osman and many others attempted to challenge the nature.

Manchester United defender Phil Jones is expected to make his return for the Red Devils in the league game against Chelsea on 28 October

Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere continues his recovery from an ankle injury that saw the 20 year old sidelined for a full 14 months

Arsenal full back Carl Jenkinson could be in line to make his England senior debut, according to Three Lions coach Gary Neville

Arsenal are looking at snapping Crystal Palace starlet Wilfried Zaha as a potential replacement for want away winger Theo Walcott.

World Cup organisers England Rugby 2015 have included just one Premiership venue on the 17-strong venue long-list for consideration to host the tournament.

Jonas Gutierrez says Newcastle's 3-0 defeat to Manchester United was simply not good enough, with the side dominated on their home pitch in the final Sunday fixture before the international break.

Liverpool hero Roger Hunt says Luis Suarez's reputation as a diver in English football is overshadowing his star quality.

Hugo Lloris has argued that he hasn't had any issues in his first season with Tottenham so far, though he is taking time to adapt to life in England, with the keeper getting his first league appearance as they took on Aston Villa on Sunday.

The art of diving is not an easy task to master. The best in the game will subtlety dangle their leg in order for the opposition to bite. The defender is blamed for getting to the ball too late, while the attacker is often praised for his clever play in winning a free-kick or penalty.

Arsenal's German centre back, Per Mertesacker, praises Gunners' defensive performance against West Ham United

Former Manchester United and England defender Gary Pallister believes Rio Ferdinand's continued silence over his international future is a sign he remains intent on playing in the 2014 World Cup.

Cricket South Africa chief executive Jacques Faul says claims by English Cricket Board are 'absolute rubbish'.

The manager hailed the Anfield faithful for the incredible support during the tough patch.

Mike Tyson believes that it is possible for David Haye to return to the very pinnacle of the sport by once again becoming the world heavyweight champion.

Joe Cole admits that Liverpool were left frustrated at the weekend after a lack of ruthlessness cost them the chance to secure successive league victories for the first time since December 2011.

Roberto Di Matteo admits that he is concerned if referees would not award penalties to Chelsea midfielder Eden Hazard any more, as they might consider the 21 year old as a player who goes down easily.

Tom Cleverley believes that Manchester United have a great deal of back up plans available in the squad, with Wayne Rooney and Danny Welbeck still yet to score for the side this season as fresh faces shine on the goal front.

Lukas Podolski believes that hard work has finally paid off for Olivier Giroud, with the Arsenal striker scoring his first goal for the club as they defeated West Ham on Saturday.

Britain's Heather Watson beat Slovenia's Polona Hercog 6-4, 6-4, to advance to the second round of the WTA HP Open in Osaka, Japan

Alan Hansen has argued that the controversy surrounding John Terry and Ashley Cole shows that there is one rule of the stars of the Premier League and another for the lesser-known players, with Chelsea and Roy Hodgson supporting the duo despite their shortcomings.

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney insists he is not worried by his lack of goals this season, as long as the club continues to win matches

Arsene Wenger believes he has a modern day Glenn Hoddle in his side this season after another impressive performance from Spanish midfielder Santi Cazorla.

Andre Villas-Boas insists that he made the right decision by starting Hugo Lloris over Brad Friedel in Tottenham Hotspur's match against Aston Villa at the weekend.

Manchester United striker Robin van Persie faces the threat of a three-match ban after allegedly elbowing Newcastle midfielder Yohan Cabaye in the face

Chelsea defender risks further controversy following his "bunch of t***s" tweet aimed at FA.