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Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson admits he fears Phil Jones may have fractured his cheekbone during the 5-0 win at Craven Cottage last night.

Arsene Wenger says he is not entirely sure whether Arsenal will enter the transfer market for a defender this January, with Kieran Gibbs still recovering from a setback to his hernia surgery.

Manchester United have emerged as front runners for the signature of England midfielder Jack Rodwell, after Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas ruled out a move for the Everton star.

Liverpool boss Kenny Dalglish has defiantly told the club's detractors that they remain united, despite the recent verdict levelled against Luis Suarez's over his alleged racist abuse of Manchester United defender Patrice Evra.

A Las Vegas judge handed Mayweather, 34, the sentence over a case of domestic violence involving his ex-girlfriend Josie Harris and two of their children.

Chelsea striker Fernando Torres has once again endeavoured to reveal the true reasons behind his acrimonious departure from Liverpool in January.

Marc Albrighton scored the lone goal for Villa on 54 minutes, and it went on to become the 20,000th goal of the Barclays Premier League.

Sergio Aguero scored the opener on 29 minutes, and Adam Johnson added to the tally seven minutes later.

It was a totally one-sided affair with almost all the leading United strikers scoring.

The girls of Team GB have teamed up with luxury lingerie designers Nichole de Carle to produce these stunning photos fot the charity Wellbeing of Women.

Neymar has made no formal agreement with Barcelona to move to the club at this stage, according to the Brazil international, with his father insisting he is a free agent after his contract with Santos finishes.

Liverpool have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Argentinian wunderkind Lucas Ocampos, after River Plate revealed the player is not for sale in January.

Gary Cahill looks closer than ever to a switch to Chelsea, with Andre Villas-Boas admitting that he is interested in the long-standing Arsenal target.

Mikel Arteta has conceded Arsenal are unlikely to win the Premier League title this season, as they head into the festive period 12 points behind leaders Manchester City.

Manchester United target Milos Krasic is being watched by numerous top clubs around Europe, his agent has confirmed, as the January transfer window edges closer.

Goals is goals and 2011 has been a bumper year for the Premier League in terms of the number scored.

Children's charity Little Hearts Matter will have their logo featured on the shirts of Birmingham City players during the Blues' Boxing Day Championship fixture against West Ham United.

Tottenham Hotspur and England star Jermaine Defore said he was "shocked and saddened" by the news his cousin was stabbed to death during a robbery.

The Crown Prosecution Service have authorised the prosecution of Chelsea captain John Terry for racially abusing Queens Park Rangers counterpart Anton Ferdinand.

The FA punishment handed out to Liverpool striker Luis Suarez over his alleged racist abuse of Manchester United’s Patrice Evra, is incredibly harsh according to Steve Staunton.

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has revealed he approached Martin Jol about the vacant assistant's post when Carlos Queiroz left the club in 2003.

Robin van Persie believes that Arsenal need to find a balance between playing attractive football and collecting maximum points, with the side pushing hard for a top four spot on the Premier League table.

Manchester United's potential move for Argentina star Nicolas Gaitan seems to have gained momentum with the player's agent admitting that the two clubs have spoken of a possible deal.

Chris Smalling has paid tribute to Roy Hodgson for the part he played in his move to Manchester United, suggesting he would not be an Old Trafford regular without the former Fulham boss’ help.

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain says he believes he will become a star for Arsenal, but the youngster insists he will be patient and follow Arsene Wenger's direction as he strives for a first team spot.

Arsenal and Manchester United are both battling it out for Sheffield United prodigy George Long, according to The Sun.

2011 has been full of sporting gold from FA Cup and Champions League football to snooker's Judd Trump to the Welsh rugby team who inspired fans with their run in the Rugby World Cup.

The boxer admits that he intended to break Floyd Mayweather's nose with an illegal headbutt during the fight

Liverpool have beaten Manchester United to the signature of Wycombe starlet Jordan Ibe, the youngster's club has confirmed, with the 16 year old set to make the move to Merseyside in January.