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City go back to the top

Manchester City returned to the top of the Barclays Premier League with a 1-0 win over a floundering Aston Villa side whose nightmare home form shows no sign of easing.

Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish has apologised for his conduct during his post-match interview with Sky Sports on Saturday as he faced questions about Luis Suarez's refusal to shake hands with Manchester United defender Patrice Evra.

United accept Liverpool apologies

Manchester United have accepted the apologies of Liverpool striker Luis Suarez and manager Kenny Dalglish over their actions at Saturday's Barclays Premier League game at Old Trafford.

Robertson: Damage not irreparable

Sports minister Hugh Robertson accepts this season's race controversies in the Barclays Premier League have "tarnished" the reputation of the game, but does not think the damage is irreparable.

Odemwingie stars in derby victory

Hat-trick hero Peter Odemwingie earned West Brom a 5-1 victory in the Black Country derby and increased the pressure on Wolves boss Mick McCarthy after the home side were demolished at Molineux.

Halfpenny leads Wales to victory

Leigh Halfpenny contributed 22 points as an improved second-half display saw Wales put themselves on course for a potential Triple Crown with a 27-13 victory over Scotland at the Millennium Stadium.

Tuilagi and Lawes return

Manu Tuilagi and Courtney Lawes have returned to England's RBS 6 Nations squad after missing the victories over Scotland and Italy.

Briers on song in Wolves stroll

Warrington half-back Lee Briers returned to action to help the Wolves secure a 50-10 Stobart Super League victory over London Broncos at the Halliwell Jones Stadium.

Ireland await new date for match

Ireland will learn in the next two days when their aborted RBS 6 Nations match against France is to be restaged after it was postponed amid shambolic scenes in Paris on Saturday night.

Evans guides GB to victory

Dan Evans produced one of the most extraordinary performances in Great Britain's recent Davis Cup history to beat Martin Klizan 6-1 6-1 4-6 3-6 6-3 and give Leon Smith's side a 3-2 victory over Slovakia at Glasgow's Braehead Arena.

Harry Redknapp: England is the ultimate job but I couldn't manage Spurs as well

Harry Redknapp has described becoming �England manager as "the ultimate job" but insisted he could not lead both Tottenham and his country Comments (17)

I haven't run away from England job, says Fabio Capello

Fabio Capello has blamed a "misunderstanding" for him quitting the England job Comments (1)

Derby blow for Thierry Henry after Arsene Wenger fails to extend loan

Striker denied the opportunity to face Spurs as Arsenal confirm he will be returning to MLS the day after Milan clash Comments (7)

I know Harry Redknapp can handle transition to the England job

Sam Allardyce: The new manager will have to adjust to having the players for only 10 games a year, instead of 40-plus Comments (3)

There's no doubt that Harry Redknapp is the best man to take over as England manager, says Sir Alex Ferguson

Sir Alex Ferguson has hailed Harry Redknapp as "the best man" for the England job Comments (2)

Sam Allardyce column

Exclusive: I know Harry Redknapp can handle transition to the England job

Benefits of a foreign policy

James Lawton: If Harry Redknapp rejects the England managers job, the likeliest candidates are foreign

Martin Jol: next four weeks are crucial for Fulham

Martin Jol believes this next month is the most vital of Fulham's season Comments

England must smarten up to avoid ugly ending

Stuart Lancaster's men were shoddy at set-pieces against Scotland and will be dragged into a draining battle if they repeat that against the powerful Azzurri Comments

Guus Hiddink's personal relationship with John Terry could scupper Dutchman's chances of managing England

Guus Hiddink's 'strong personal relationship' with ousted captain John Terry could rule him out of contention to be the next England manager Comments (8)

Peterborough pray fans aren't too posh to sweep

Peterborough have appealed for fans to turn up at London Road with their own shovels to save their clash with Championship leaders West Ham Comments

Daniel Levy: We'll fight to keep Harry Redknapp at Tottenham

Tottenham will reject any approach from the Football Association to appoint Harry Redknapp as England manager before the end of the Premier League season Comments (22)

Should Harry Redknapp stay or should he go? Spurs need to know now

Despite the fuss over Fabio Capello, FA could go for another foreigner

Although the governing body are keen for a home-grown manager, chairman says that they will go for the best candidate, regardless of nationality Comments

Brad Barritt was dreadful but Ben Morgan and Geoff Parling were pitch perfect

Tom Palmer exclusive: England lock recalls how the new boys 'performed' following their exertions on the field in Edinburgh last weekend Comments

Ecstatic Luol Deng becomes first Brit to be named in basketball's All-Star clash

Luol Deng has become the first Briton to be named in basketball's glittering All-Star clash Comments

Martin Kaymer in the hunt after ace

Martin Kaymer's hole-in-one has ensured the German is hot on the heels of leader Rory McIlroy at the Omega Dubai Desert Classic Comments

Milan Mandaric: there is no better candidate to manage England than Harry Redknapp

Milan Mandaric believes there is no better candidate to manage England than Harry Redknapp Comments

Winds of change blowing for Marcus Gayle

Bradford clash evokes painful memories for AFC Wimbledon coach Comments

FA reject �1.5million pay-off claims

The Football Association have rejected claims they paid �1.5million in compensation to Fabio Capello following the Italian's resignation as England coach Comments (1)

Ryan Giggs signs up for his 22nd campaign

Ryan Giggs has agreed a one-year contract extension at Manchester United, taking his career at the club into a 22nd season Comments

Should Harry Redknapp say no to England, then we'll remain 'Little England' if we close the door to the benefits a foreign policy can offer

James Lawton: If the English football public is in love with Redknapp, it surely has to brace itself against the possibility of rejection. The likeliest candidates, there is no way around it, are foreign Comments

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