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Sigurdsson makes Rodgers smile
Swansea manager Brendan Rodgers revealed his delight at being reunited with midfielder Gylfi Sigurdsson, who inspired his side's 2-1 win at West Brom.
Pulis fumes at Huth red
Tony Pulis has indicated Stoke will appeal against Robert Huth's sending off in the 1-0 defeat to Sunderland - and suggested that play-acting by Black Cats midfielder David Meyler contributed to the German's dismissal.
Hughes rues Cisse dismissal
Mark Hughes believes QPR would have beaten Wolves had it not been for Djibril Cisse's sending off.
Wenger just glad to win
Arsene Wenger refused to get carried away with Arsenal's 7-1 thrashing of 10-man Blackburn at Emirates Stadium, where captain Robin van Persie fired a hat-trick and England youngster Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain grabbed a brace.
Jol forgives Johnson
Fulham manager Martin Jol has forgiven Adam Johnson for the gamesmanship that helped Manchester City on their way to an important 3-0 win at the Etihad Stadium.
Pakistan strengthen their grip
England managed just one wicket with the second new ball, Younus Khan for 127, in the first hour of the third morning at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Fed Cup triumph for GB
Judy Murray's Great Britain side completed a superb four days in Israel by beating Austria to reach the World Group II play-offs in the Fed Cup.
New-look England claim Calcutta Cup
England's new era began with a scrappy first win at Murrayfield in eight years as Scotland's familiar failings contributed to their 13-6 downfall.
France too strong for Italy
France started their RBS 6 Nations campaign with an impressive 30-12 defeat of Italy in Paris.
Lawrie leads in Doha
Paul Lawrie is looking to bridge a 13-year gap as he goes into the final round of the Commercialbank Qatar Masters with a one-stroke lead.
City ease to win over Fulham
Sergio Aguero ended his five-game barren streak by sending Manchester City on their way to a comfortable 3-0 win over Fulham.
Swans strike back to defeat Baggies
Swansea's on-loan midfielder Gylfi Sigurdsson played a major role in Brendan Rogers' side coming from behind to register only their second Barclays Premier League away win of the season as they recorded a 2-1 victory at West Brom.
Black Cats march on
Sunderland's impressive form continued as a strike from James McClean secured them a 1-0 Barclays Premier League win against 10-man Stoke at a wintry Britannia Stadium.
Arsenal rout sorry Rovers
Robin van Persie smashed a hat-trick as Arsenal claimed a 7-1 win over 10-man Blackburn at Emirates Stadium.
Pakistan in the driving seat
England had no answer to Younus Khan and Azhar Ali as the duo ground out a position of ominous authority for Pakistan on day two of the final Test.
McDermott pleased with battling win
Leeds coach Brian McDermott was a relieved man after groundstaff worked overtime to get the Headingley pitch fit for Friday's opening Super League match and his side overcame gritty opponents to start with a victory.
McFadden drafted in for Earls
Fergus McFadden will start Ireland's RBS 6 clash with Wales at outside centre after Keith Earls was withdrawn for personal reasons.
Suarez return delights Dalglish
Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish admits it is "fantastic" to have striker Luis Suarez back from suspension.
Tevez could play for City - Mancini
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini has admitted Carlos Tevez could feature in the Premier League again - if he proves his fitness.
Wigan claim precious point
Wigan benefited from one of the more bizarre goals the Barclays Premier League will see this season but had to settle for a 1-1 draw against Everton at the DW Stadium.
Canaries down Bolton
Second-half goals from Andrew Surman and Anthony Pilkington ensured Norwich ended a nervy afternoon with a 2-0 win over strugglers Bolton at Carrow Road.
Best calls for Ireland consistency
Rory Best has urged Ireland to build on the consistency they displayed during the World Cup when their RBS 6 Nations opens against Wales on Sunday.
Watkins inspires Leeds to victory
A second-half hat-trick of tries from 20-year-old centre Kallum Watkins helped Leeds begin the defence of their Stobart Super League crown with a hard-fought 34-16 victory on skipper Kevin Sinfield's 400th appearance.
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Saints
MoreElliott and Cato double up as Saints cruise into LV= Cup semis
NORTHAMPTON SAINTS 57 LONDON WASPS 10: Northampton Saints booked their place in the semi-finals of this season's LV= Cup after they cruised past London Wasps at Franklin's Gardens, racking up a half century of points in a seven try rout of Dai Young's side.
Cobblers
MoreThe countdown begins as Clarke eyes survival battle
By his own admission, Clarke Carlisle is facing a completely different challenge from anything else he has faced in his career so far after joining Northampton Town's battle to retain their place in the Football League.
Northants CCC
MoreLizzie scoops coaching gong
A student from the University of Bedfordshire has been awarded Sky Sports Young Coach of the Year
UK news
MoreYoung 'lack attention for Dickens'
Modern-day children are not being educated to read with the attention span necessary for a Dickens novel, a leading expert said as the country prepares to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of the revered author.
Queen's Jubilee eve village worship
The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh will attend a church service on the eve of the monarch's Diamond Jubilee anniversary.
BAE to recruit 265 apprentices
Defence giant BAE Systems is to recruit 265 apprentices across the UK this year, it has been announced.
Snow brings Britain to a standstill
Much of Britain will wake up to snow after the first widespread big freeze of the winter brought dumps of up to 16cm, grounded planes and raised fears of transport chaos.
Tory MPs rebel against wind farms
More than 100 Tory MPs have written to David Cameron calling for a dramatic cut in subsidies to onshore wind farms and more influence for local people to stop them being built.
Excess alcohol 'raises cancer risk'
Regularly drinking two large glasses of wine or two strong pints of beer a day triples the risk of developing mouth cancer, a new Government campaign will say.
Syria veto shames UN, says Hague
Russia and China have faced international outrage for blocking attempts to end the violence in Syria as 22 people were arrested and two police officers injured in London protests.
