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Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has praised Ole Gunnar Solskjaer following the Norwegian's impressive start to his fledgling managerial career.

The successful Melbourne outing on Wednesday marked Li's best show since her breakthrough win at the French Open.

Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish has admitted he is unlikely to sell any of his current squad during the current transfer window, amid speculation linking Darren Bent with a move to Liverpool.

Liverpool midfielder Joe Cole is more likely than ever to stay at Lille permanently, according to fellow midfielder Rio Mavuba, particularly with the club getting set to lose breakthrough star Eden Hazard.

The agent of Michel Vorm has strongly denied claims made by Swansea City director John van Zweden regarding alleged offers from Manchester United and Chelsea.

London 2012 Olympics not compromised after police officer leaves restricted documents on Dartford train, says Met.

Mame Biram Diouf's exit from Manchester United is edging closer, with the striker currently in talks with Hannover 96 for a loan spell in Germany to be set until the end of the season.

The agent of Eric Abidal has informed The International Business Times that the veteran Frenchman "will never sign with Arsenal" following news on Tuesday the Frenchman has extended his contract at Barcelona.

Manchester United, Chelsea, Newcastle and Tottenham have all been name checked by Swansea director John van Zweden as chasing Michel Vorm, with the keeper currently starring for the newly promoted side.

Legendary boxer’s work as humanitarian after his boxing career changed social values and was inspirational.

CSKA Moscow forward Alan Dzagoev has urged Manchester United and Arsenal to make their alleged interest official with a formal offer in the summer.

Carlo Ancelotti has revealed that Dimitar Berbatov has been offered for sale by his agent this January, with the Manchester United striker reportedly considering going somewhere where he can receive more game time.

Olympics chaos continues as ticket resale limited to organisers and will not be available to public till April.

The Scottish player looked a bit nervous in his first match at the Australian Open 2012.

The loan-signing of Thierry Henry is a temporary salve for Arsene Wenger's long-term plan at Arsenal and the Frenchman will use the January transfer window to scout a number of promising youngsters with a view to bolstering his midfield and strike force in the summer.

Mario Gotze is still refusing to rule out a possible move away from Borussia Dortmund, with Arsenal still being connected to the star as the transfer window enters the second half.

Manchester United legend Cristiano Ronaldo has championed the "competitive" nature of the Premier League, suggesting the intensity of the fans and permissive referring makes English football more engaging than its Spanish equivalent.

Manchester United have been dealt a decisive blow in their pursuit of Welsey Sneijder, with Inter Milan insisting that the playmaker will stay in Italy this month.

The winner came from Edin Dezko who headed home David Silva's left-wing free-kick on 22 minutes.

Boxing legend, 70, has had a life filled with love, marriage and children.

The ex-Sale Sharks wing had to retire on advice from doctors after a string of ankle injuries last year.

Newcastle United Transfer News: Aly Cissokho has revealed Newcastle have enquired over his future at Lyon but stressed the two clubs have yet to agree a fee.

Blackburn Rovers youngster Junior Hoilett is likely to remain at the club beyond the January transfer window, according to the player’s agent.

With all the talk surrounding Paul Scholes' gallant return to Manchester United, it's easy to forget that Sir Alex Ferguson will be working hard on getting hold of the club's long term targets, in preparation for the summer if not now.

Former ex-striker for Hull, Dean Windass, opens up about suicide bid and says he has cried every day for two years.

Lille forward Moussa Sow has revealed he would relish the opportunity to move to the Premier League and highlighted Liverpool as a "dream club" to play for, as speculation mounts over the player's future.

As Muhammad Ali kickstarts birthday celebrations, we have a look at some of his most memorable quotes

Boxing legend Muhammad Ali celebrates birthday 'still the greatest' to friends and admirers worldwide.

Olympics organisers and ticket agency at odds over restarting re-sale of unwanted London 2012 tickets.