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Liverpool's Stewart Downing has confessed to being disappointed with manager Brendan Rodgers' public criticisms of his performances.

Arsene Wenger believes the 3-1 win at West Ham can give his players the belief and confidence to challenge for the title.

Manchester United winger Ashley Young could return to first team action for the game against Stoke City on 20 October.

Arsenal chairman Peter Hill-Wood confirms manager Arsene Wenger will have money to spend on players in the January transfer window

Liverpool welcome Stoke City to Anfield as both teams look to build on recent mini-revivals.

Newcastle United host Manchester United in a must-win game for the Red Devils.

Tottenham host Aston Villa in a Premier League game, looking to put the disappointment of the 1-1 Europa League draw with Panathinaikos behind them

After three weeks of electrifying cricket, one of two small island nations will become the 2012 World T20 champions.

Chelsea produced a superb performance to beat Norwich City 4-1 at Stamford Bridge, with goals from Hazard, Torres, Lampard and Ivanovic

Manchester City beat Sunderland 3-0 with goals from Kolarov, Aguero and Milner

Olivier Giroud scores his first ever league goal for Arsenal as the Gunners come back from a goal down to beat West Ham 3-1

Sebastian Vettel is on pole for the 2012 Formula 1 Grand Prix. Find out where and how to catch all the action live

Liverpool are reportedly considering a January move for PSV Eindhoven winger Dries Mertens.

Manchester United are reportedly considering a January move for Celtic midfielder Victor Wanyama.

Arsene Wenger insists the sale of striker Robin van Persie has helped his team discover their own goal-scoring potential.

Manchester City defender Gael Clichy says Arsene Wenger has had a massive influence on English football.

Arsene Wenger has banned his players from shaking hands until further notice.

Champions Manchester City host Sunderland in a Premier League game. Check out where and how to catch the game live.

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel storms to pole position at Suzuka for the 2012 Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix, with team-mate Mark Webber taking second

Chelsea will look to extend their unbeaten run in the Premier League when they welcome Norwich City to Stamford Bridge.

Arsenal travel to West Ham United looking to bounce back in the Premier League after losing 1-2 to Chelsea in their last league game.

New Arsenal signing Santi Cazorla has rejected comparisons with former captain Cesc Fabregas but reiterated he is delighted to be with the London club

Chelsea boss Roberto Di Matteo admits he is worried he may be overworking Fernando Torres

Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel and Mark Webber finish on top after the third and final practice session. Check out where and how to watch the qualifying for the 2012 Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix live

Former Arsenal captain Tony Adams believes that Steve Bould will find things difficult at the club as he concentrates on improving the squad's defensive line-up, arguing that this could clash with Arsene Wenger's offensive tactics.

Tottenham manager Andre Villas-Boas believes that Steven Caulker has a bright future ahead of him playing for England despite being left out or Roy Hodgson's latest squad.

Paul Lambert has revealed his disappointment with Norwich City chairman Alan Bowkett's decision to go public the former manager's decision to sue The Cannaries.

TV sends cease-and-desist letter to gossip site that posted video of him having sex with woman said to be best friend's wife.

Javier Hernandez says it was an honour to start alongside Wayne Rooney and Robin van Persie on Sunday when Manchester United faced Tottenham, with the striker showing no signs of discontent amongst rumours that he may be transferred away from the club in January.