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The Scot turned 71 on Monday, his competitive spirit apparently undimmed in his 27th year at Old Trafford and with his team seven points ahead of City in the EPL.

Everton manager David Moyes has apologised to referee Howard Webb for confronting him to question a decision.

Salgaocar FC are at the bottom of the table with seven points from eleven matches.

The French striker and Czech midfielder both missed Arsenal's 1-0 victory over Wigan Athletic last Saturday due to illness.

Here is a look at the 'numbers game' of the year - some numbers that defined sporting glories of 2012.

Brad Friedel has signed a new contract with Tottenham Hotspur through to 2014.

Hodgson believes using penalties in friendlies could help reverse the country's dismal record in shootouts.

Perez's failure to back his coach in the transfer market has led to a rift between the two, which has subsequently results on the pitch.

Ferguson called for defender Williams to receive a long ban following the second-half incident.

Atletico's ninth victory in as many home games this season trimmed the gap with Barcelona to six points.

Real Madrid are unlikely to strengthen their squad in the January transfer window.

Barcelona will stand by and wait for the return of Vilanova after being rocked by the news that he needed surgery.

Panagiotis Kone scored the winner in stoppage time to send Bologna through to the quarterfinals with a 2-1 scoreline.

New York Red Bulls head Houllier said that Wenger had not yet contacted him over a loan return for Thierry Henry.

Juventus beat 10-man Atalanta, while Milan registered 4-1 win over Pescara. Roma lost 0-1 to Chievo.

The former England striker has made just four appearances for the club since joining on a pay-as-you-play contract.