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Your support makes all the difference.Moyes angry at Webb as United lose at home again
Manchester United manager David Moyes described the display of referee Howard Webb as “scandalous” as Spurs triumphed at Old Trafford for the second season in a row. Goals from Emmanuel Adebayor and Christian Eriksen gave Tottenham a 2-1 win.
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Fulham win to put heat on Allardyce
Fulham came from behind to beat West Ham 2-1 and pile the pressure on Hammers manager Sam Allardyce, as Kevin Nolan was sent off for the second time in four games. Fulham move out of the bottom three above Crystal Palace, who were held 1-1 at home by Norwich. MORE
Agbonlahor helps Villa pull clear
A second goal in two games from Gabriel Agbonlahor earned Aston Villa a 1-0 win at Sunderland to move Paul Lambert’s side six points clear of the drop zone. Neighbours West Bromwich triumphed by the same score at home to Newcastle. Saido Berahino scored a late penalty. MORE
Subs help Chelsea coast to victory
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City keep pressure on leaders Arsenal
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Murray opens 2014 with Qatar defeat
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England to change for Ashes finale
England are expected to make a number of changes for tonight’s start of the fifth and final Ashes Test ahead of a widespread overhaul. Scott Borthwick, Gary Ballance and Boyd Rankin are all set to be included for the match in Sydney. MORE
Anderson bats way to a world record
Corey Anderson smashed the fastest one-day international century in history as New Zealand beat West Indies in a rain-affected match in Queenstown. The 23-year-old reached 100 from just 36 balls, eventually totalling 131 with 14 sixes and six fours. MORE
McIlroy must show form on the green
Newly engaged Rory McIlroy needs to re-establish his credentials as heir to Tiger Woods as the game’s top player. To do that he must add a Major in 2014. A year into his contract with Nike, McIlroy is in a better place than 12 months ago. MORE
Whisky readied for shot at Festival
Trainer Nicky Henderson is ready to give Oscar Whisky a chance in the Jewson Novices’ Chase at the Cheltenham Festival. He impressed in a clear defeat of Taquin Du Seuil at the Cheltenham Pony Club Raceday. MORE
Clarke on Prior
Australia captain Michael Clarke believes Matt Prior deserves a place in the England side. “The one player England missed last game was Prior,” he said. “For his leadership and experience.” MORE
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