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Lazio reject Reja resignation
Lazio have confirmed that they have rejected coach Edy Reja's resignation.
Porto coach bemoans loss
Porto coach Vitor Pereira felt Manchester City's 4-0 Europa League win over his side flattered the English club.
Mancini pleased with display
Manchester City chief Roberto Mancini was full of praise for his side after they cruised into the last 16 of the Europa League.
Mackay agrees City extension
Malky Mackay has agreed a new three-and-a-half-year contract at Cardiff City, the club have confirmed.
Catania edge out Siena
Francesco Lodi hit the early penalty which earned Catania a 1-0 Serie A victory against a Siena side whose problems go from bad to worse.
Ligue 1 round-up
French champions Lille closed on the top-two in Ligue 1 after claiming a 1-0 win at bottom of the table Sochaux.
Rangers administrators 'positive'
Administrators have described the situation at Rangers as "positive" after they took control of the running of the club last week.
McDermott denies Wolves talks
Reading manager Brian McDermott has denied holding managerial talks with Wolves prior to signing a new contract.
Pompey reveal cash risk
Portsmouth's administrators have revealed there is a 'serious risk' the club could run out of cash inside the next two months.
Mancini will pick Tevez again
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini has confirmed that he is willing to pick Carlos Tevez again, after he apologised for his actions.
Glovers make double swoop
Yeovil have secured the loan signings of defender Jonathan Grounds and striker Jonathan Franks from Middlesbrough.
Fletcher calling on support
Plymouth Argyle boss Carl Fletcher has urged Pilgrims fans to get behind his side when they face bottom club Dagenham this weekend.
Morrison fined over slur
West Ham midfielder Ravel Morrison has been fined £7,000 by the Football Association for using a gay slur on Twitter.

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Manchester City 4 Porto 0 (agg 6-1): Sergio Aguero scores after 19 seconds

Manchester City cruised through to the last-16 of the Europa League after Sergio Aguero's goal after just 19 seconds inspired his side to crush Porto at the Etihad Stadium.
Manchester City v United moved to Monday April 30 - and United won't play any more Saturdays

The Manchester derby - which could be the Barclays Premier League title decider - has been switched from Saturday afternoon to Monday evening to be shown live on Sky Sports.
Brian McDermott rejects Wolves to stay at Reading

Brian McDermott has signed a new contract with Reading after rejecting an approach from Wolves. Reading’s new Russian owners have had a change of heart and have now tied McDermott to a new deal until 2015.
Craig Bellamy: Champions League remains priority for Liverpool

Liverpool striker Craig Bellamy insists the club's priority remains securing Champions League football and any cup success will be a bonus.
Yohan Cabaye relishing Newcastle return

Newcastle's French midfielder Yohan Cabaye is champing at the bit to make his return against Wolves on Saturday after being out of action for nearly a month.
Steven Gerrard hotel opens in Indonesia

Liverpool fans looking for a prefect getaway could find the answer at the Hotel Stevie G in Indonesia. They can even stay in the 'This is Anfield' room.
Steven Gerrard set to live Wembley dream

Steven Gerrard finally has the chance to realise a boyhood dream this weekend and the Liverpool skipper is determined it won't turn into a nightmare under the Wembley arch.
Wayne Rooney out of Ajax clash with throat infection

Wayne Rooney will miss Manchester United's Europa League last-32 home tie with Ajax after being struck down by a throat infection.
Jermain Defoe: Arsenal are desperate to win north London derby

Jermain Defoe has stoked the fire ahead of Sunday's north London derby by claiming Arsenal are the more desperate of the two sides to win.
Rangers accept fee for Matt McKay

Rangers have accepted an offer for Matt McKay from South Korean club Busan I'Park. The transfer, if completed, would give Rangers a much-needed injection of cash.
Rangers owner flogs off Arsenal shares to Usmanov for £230,000

Under-fire owner Craig Whyte faces allegations he cashed in a piece of Rangers history in the latest twist to the club's financial crisis.
Carlos Tevez apologises to Manchester City

Carlos Tevez has finally backed down in his five-month row with Manchester City and apologised for his behaviour since September.
Gary Cahill: We must sort out mess at Chelsea

Gary Cahill insists Chelsea's beleaguered players must raise their game quickly with Andre Villas-Boas job on the line. The England centre-back was among those who failed to deliver on Tuesday night as they relinquished the lead to lose 3-1 at Napoli.
Henri Lansbury ready to answer West Ham goalkeeper SOS

Henri Lansbury is ready to answer Sam Allardyce's goalkeeping crisis after his stand-in heroics in West Ham's 4-1 win over Championship rivals Blackpool.
 
 

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Man City 4-0 FC Porto (6-1 agg)
Manchester City beat Porto 4-0 (6-1 on aggregate) to reach the Europa League last 16.
Celtic v Dunfermline
Live coverage of Wednesday's game between Celtic and Dunfermline in the SPL.
Marseille 1-0 Inter Milan
Andre Ayew heads home a corner in injury time to give Marseille a slender advantage in their Champions League last-16 tie with Inter Milan.
Hull 0-0 Brighton
Hull City miss a host of chances as they draw with Brighton in the Championship clash at the KC Stadium.
Motherwell v Hibernian
Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's game between Motherwell and Hibernian in the Scottish Premier League.
Notts County 1-0 Stevenage
Jeff Hughes scores an injury-time winner as Notts County beat Stevenage in Keith Curle's first game in charge.
Crawley Town v Morecambe
Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's game between Crawley Town and Morecambe in League Two.
Mancini ready to consider Tevez
Manchester City striker apologises "unreservedly" for his conduct following a touchline row with manager Roberto Mancini.
Wolves fail in new Curbishley bid
Wolverhampton Wanderers fail in a fresh attempt to make Alan Curbishley their new manager.
PM to 'crush' racism in football
David Cameron pledges to "crush" racism in football at the launch of an anti-discrimination summit at Downing Street.
Mackay signs new Cardiff contract
Malky Mackay is rewarded for guiding Cardiff City to the Carling Cup final with a new three-and-a-half year contract.
Cahill critical of Chelsea errors
New Chelsea signing Gary Cahill says the players "need to pull their fingers out" after their 3-1 Champions League loss to Napoli.
Pompey finances prompt job losses
Chief executive David Lampitt and two board members are among 30 redundancies at Portsmouth.
 
 

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Mancini may pick Tevez in March
Roberto Mancini saw Manchester City beat Porto 6-1 on aggregate in the Europa League and then said Carlos Tevez could return next month.
Di Santo can deliver - Martinez
Franco Di Santo is the man to fire Wigan to safety, says Latics boss Roberto Martinez.
Zenit 'discussing' Arshavin loan
Zenit St Petersburg claim they are in talks with Arsenal over a possible loan deal for Gunners forward Andrey Arshavin.
Ngog happy to spearhead Trotters
David Ngog insists he has no problem with playing as a lone striker under Bolton boss Owen Coyle, insisting he just wants to help the team.
Boss hunt goes on for Wolves
Wolves continue to be frustrated in their bid to find a new manager, with hopes of recruiting Alan Curbishley and Brian McDermott having faded.
Rooney out with throat infection
Sir Alex Ferguson has confirmed Wayne Rooney will miss Manchester United's Europa League clash with Ajax after picking up a throat infection.
Defoe upbeat over derby prospects
Tottenham striker Jermain Defoe is confident his team can complete their first north London derby double in almost 20 years this weekend.
Villas-Boas rejects Inter talk
Andre Villas-Boas has shrugged off speculation linking him with Inter Milan and reiterated his commitment to building a successful Chelsea.
Wilkins: AVB should follow Fergie
Under-fire Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas should learn from Sir Alex Ferguson's handling of his senior players, according to Ray Wilkins.
Cuellar hoping to cash in
Carlos Cuellar is hoping to take advantage of fellow Aston Villa defender Richard Dunne's two-month absence with a shoulder problem.
Weir already feels at home
David Weir says he already feels at home after returning to Everton, a club he represented for eight years as a player, in a coaching capacity.
Defensive boost for Gunners
Arsenal's defensive ranks could be boosted by the return of Carl Jenkinson for this weekend's north London derby against Tottenham.
Cabaye raring for Toon return
Newcastle midfielder Yohan Cabaye is ready to make up for lost time when he makes his return against Wolves this weekend.

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Siena 0-1 Catania
Francesco Lodi hit the early penalty which earned Catania victory against a Siena side whose problems go from bad to worse.
Man City 4-0 Porto (agg: 6-1)
Manchester City produced a strong finish to power into the last 16 of the Europa League at the expense of 10-man holders Porto on Wednesday.
Mancini set for Tevez return
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini has confirmed he will meet with striker Carlos Tevez on Thursday.
Fans' group keen to buy Blackburn
Blackburn fans have launched a new share investment scheme in a bid to buy the club from owners Venky's.
Alves gives Pep talk
Barcelona defender Dani Alves has predicted coach Pep Guardiola will renew his contract soon, saying: "Without him we are nothing."
FC Twente vs S. Bucharest Preview
Steve McClaren is hoping to continue an impressive start to his second stint at FC Twente with a win over familiar foes Steaua Bucharest in the Europa League.
Mourinho accused of gay slur
Jose Mourinho is the subject of a complaint by a gay rights group after he allegedly used a Spanish homophobic insult about match officials.
Taylor relief as Tevez apologises
Players' chief Gordon Taylor is relieved Carlos Tevez is patching up his relationship with Manchester City.
Zenit want Arshavin on loan
Zenit St Petersburg claim they are in talks with Arsenal over a possible loan deal for Gunners forward Andrey Arshavin.
PM wants to crush racism in football
Swift action is required to "crush" any return of racism to football before it impacts on wider society, Prime Minister David Cameron said on Wednesday.
Fergie: Giggs records unbeatable
Sir Alex Ferguson has acknowledged that Ryan Giggs has set footballing records that will never be matched.
Premier League going backwards?
English clubs are facing up to their worst season in the Champions League since 1996.
Standard Liege vs Wisla Krakow Preview
Wisla Krakow coach Kazimierz Moskal remains optimistic about his side's chances of reaching the last 16 of the Europa League.