Premier League
# premier-league - Monday 25 February, 2013
Brilliant Bale shines again as Spurs edge thriller
Gareth Bale scored a spectacular last-minute winner as Tottenham beat West Ham 3-2 in tonight’s Premier League fixture.
Holy mother of… have you seen what Gareth Bale just did?!
Spurs beat West Ham 3-2 thanks to this last-minute beaut from Gareth Bale.
Snapshot: West Ham remember Bobby Moore on the 20th anniversary of his death
The Hammers host Tottenham in tonight’s Premier League game.
Arsenal’s £17.8 million profit puts heat on Arsene Wenger to spend on new recruits
Wenger has been criticised repeatedly in recent years for failing to spend big money on new players.
Numbers, shmumbers: Too much analysis is ‘useless’ says Andre Villas-Boas
Spurs face Sam Allardyce’s West Ham tonight.
# premier-league - Sunday 24 February, 2013
5 things we learned from this weekend’s Premier League action
Our thoughts on the title race, plus a potential solution to Chelsea’s recent problems.
As it happened: Man City v Chelsea, Premier League
Man City took on Chelsea at the City of Manchester Stadium, as they sought to maintain their dwindling title hopes.
# premier-league - Saturday 23 February, 2013
United go 15 points clear, Arsenal turn the page
It’s looking increasingly likely that the Premier League title will be returning to the red half of Manchester.
VIDEO: Rafael screamer puts Manchester United ahead
The Brazilian found the top corner with a bullet-like strike.
Who will win this week’s Premier League games and why*
*We’re not not actually psychic and may indeed be wrong.
# premier-league - Friday 22 February, 2013
I’m no quitter, says defiant Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger
The Gunners chief says the thought of walking away from the Emirates hasn’t crossed his mind this week.
One more year: Damien Duff signs new deal with Fulham
“I will always give 100% for the chairman and the club, and I look forward to another season playing at Craven Cottage, which really is a special ground.”
Foul-mouthed Roberto Mancini rants over Pellegrini link
“F*****g hell! I can’t continue to answer these questions every week. We have another two months and in two months you know what can happen,” the City boss said.
Mario Balotelli backs under-fire Mancini
“Most importantly, the players like him. If you asked who they want next season, every single player would say Roberto. He’s not just their coach but also their friend.”
Manchester United keen to keep Nani at Old Trafford
The 26-year-old has 18 months left to run on his current deal.
Don’t touch that dial… here’s the sport on TV this weekend
Bif of rugger on, no?
# premier-league - Thursday 21 February, 2013
Ill Wayne Rooney ruled out of Manchester United’s clash with QPR
The England forward sat out of the 2-1 win over Reading in the fifth round of the FA Cup on Monday night due to a sinus problem.
# premier-league - Wednesday 20 February, 2013
Change at the top for Manchester United as Alex Ferguson hails outgoing Gill
Executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward will take over his role at Old Trafford.
# premier-league - Monday 18 February, 2013
Roberto Mancini: I’m the best manager in England
“There is not another manager that’s won like me in the last 15 months. I can do nothing but it is the reality.”
Grow up! Arsenal stars lack maturity says Wenger
“I am the first to stand up and say I am responsible for the team selection, but that is not an excuse.”
Brendan Rodgers believes in Coutinho promise
“I’ve got high hopes for him. These are the types of players we’re trying to get in,” said the Anfield chief.
‘Better than treble’ United face Reading in FA Cup
Fergie believes the current crop of United players is, overall, superior to the 1999 vintage.
# premier-league - Sunday 17 February, 2013
Better off abroad: 10 misfits who had better luck on the continent
With four goals in just three games for AC Milan, Mario Balotelli got us thinking…
Fabio Borini out for season, Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers confirms
“He will probably be out for the season, it looks like he’s dislocated his shoulder,” the Anfield chief said after the rout of Swansea.
Suarez inspires rampant Liverpool against Swansea
The Reds have finally beaten a side in the top half of the table.
# premier-league - Thursday 14 February, 2013
Football needs to step up fight against doping, says WADA boss
John Fahey, President of the World Anti-Doping Agency, was speaking in Dublin yesterday.
Rafa Benitez committed to Europa League
The Blues take on Sparta Prague this evening in the last 32 of Europe’s second-tier competition.
# premier-league - Wednesday 13 February, 2013
Frank Lampard ends speculation by signing… a book deal
The stories will follow the adventures of a school boy, Frankie, his football-loving friends, and pet dog Max.
Real Madrid v Man Utd: I’m sure there will be goals, says Alex Ferguson
It’s the game Sky are hyping as The Perfect Game. We’ll see about that.
# premier-league - Monday 11 February, 2013
VIDEO: Gerrard misses penalty as Liverpool beaten by West Brom
Two late goals gave Steve Clarke’s side a hard-earned win at Anfield tonight.
Another bookmaker pays out early on Manchester United winning title
Betfred have followed Paddy Power’s lead in cashing in those who backed Alex Ferguson’s men.
Faith: Richard Dunne will be retained by Villa if he can prove fitness
The defender’s current contract expires in June.
Fergie gamble puts United in ‘fantastic position’
The manager admitted that he changed his team’s starting line-up after City’s loss on Saturday.
# premier-league - Sunday 10 February, 2013
5 things we learned from this weekend’s Premier League action
We determine whether the league title race is over, and other talking points from the past 48 hours.
POLL: Have United now effectively won the Premier League title?
Following Alex Ferguson side’s victory today, many pundits have written off City as title contenders.
As it happened: Manchester United v Everton, Premier League
Manchester United took on Everton, as we brought you minute-by-minute updates of the action.
Paddy Power crown Manchester United Premier League champions
The bookmaker are understood to be paying in the region of £500,000 to punters who backed Alex Ferguson’s side.



























































