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Manchester City links to Manuel Pellegrini intensify after exit from Malaga

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Chilean leading contender to replace Italian as manager of English Premier League club. Read Article Manchester City links to Manuel Pellegrini intensify after exit from Malaga

Pirelli tyres hold sway in winding Monaco where pole is all-important

Mark Webber raced ahead of his rivals from pole to the chequered flag on the winding streets of Monte Carlo last year. Tom Gandolfini / AFP

Teams unsure how tyres will behave and influence the history where the pole-sitter has won in all but last nine races. Read Article Pirelli tyres hold sway in winding Monaco where pole is all-important

Pro League: Luis Jimenez, the Al Ahli faithful, will extend stay

The Chilean Luis Jimenez, second from right, enjoys good rapport with his teammates, including the local players, at Al Ahli. Jake Badger for The National

The Chilean midfielder is at home with a stable career in Dubai, something he wants to see at all clubs in UAE. Read Article Pro League: Luis Jimenez, the Al Ahli faithful, will extend stay

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Golf: New putting rule could be broom and bust

Four of the past six major winners have used anchored putters and rule makers hope to end the trend before it is popularised in another generation. Read Article Golf: New putting rule could be broom and bust

Arrows point to a great time at Dubai Duty Free Darts Masters

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 01: Raymond van Barneveld of The Netherlands arrives for his match against Gary Anderson of England during the quarter finals of the 2011 Ladbrokes.com World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace on January 1, 2011 in London, England. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Raymond van Barneveld

In truth, darts is one of few sports where the professionals are more often than not in no better physical shape than the rowdy crowds that cheer them on. Read Article Arrows point to a great time at Dubai Duty Free Darts Masters

Tough competition hard to accept for Red Bull, says Fernando Alonso

Ferrari's Spaniard driver suggests championship rivals are using tyre ongoing controversy as an excuse for slipping up in recent races. Read Article Tough competition hard to accept for Red Bull, says Fernando Alonso

NBA: LeBron James saves Miami Heat in last-gasp win over Indiana Pacers

MVP scores 30 points in 103-102 win in Game 1 of Eastern Conference finals. Read Article NBA: LeBron James saves Miami Heat in last-gasp win over Indiana Pacers

Cricket: David Warner apologies for Twitter rant

Australia opener remorseful over tirade against journalists, but he defends himself with reasons. Read Article Cricket: David Warner apologies for Twitter rant

NHL: Pittsburgh Penguins on brink of Eastern Conference finals

Ottawa Senators beaten 7-3 as the Pens take a 3-1 series lead. Vancouver Canucks sack coach. Read Article NHL: Pittsburgh Penguins on brink of Eastern Conference finals

Claudio Reyna is director of football at New York City Football Club

The 39 year old played 111 times for the US national team and featured for Manchester City from 2003 to 2007. Read Article Claudio Reyna is director of football at New York City Football Club

Pro League: Al Ain official dispels rumours of coach Cosmin Olaroiu's move

Al Ain adamant Olaroiu will be in the dugout when 2013/14 season kicks off in September. Read Article Pro League: Al Ain official dispels rumours of coach Cosmin Olaroiu's move

IPL: Rajasthan's Brad Hodge emerges as hero in eliminator game

Brad Hodge, with 54 from 29, had the last, and ultimately, decisive word on helping the Rajsthan Royals get past the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL eliminator game, writes Dileep Premachandran. Read Article IPL: Rajasthan's Brad Hodge emerges as hero in eliminator game

Malaga have nervous moments as Primera Liga winds down

Europa League spot is in reach but they may not be allowed to take it, writes Andy Mitten. Read Article Malaga have nervous moments as Primera Liga winds down

Villarreal stumble but are surfacing to the top

Villarreal, undefeated since January 19th, are into second with three games to play. The race for second is still a close one, but the Yellow Submarine is rising again with an eye on a return to the top flight. Read Article Villarreal stumble but are surfacing to the top


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Plenty of comings and goings at Old Trafford

FILE - MAY 09, 2013: Everton FC have announced that manager David Moyes will be leaving the club at the end of the current season, confirming his desire to join Manchester United FC in light of the announcement that Sir Alex Ferguson will step down from the position. LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - MAY 09: David Moyes, manager of Everton looks on during the Barclays Premier League match between Everton and Portsmouth at Goodison Park on May 9, 2010 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Matthew Lewis/Getty Images) *** Local

As a new coaching reign takes over at Manchester United, many assistants and staff members remain in limbo until new manager David Moyes officially takes the helm in July, writes Andy Mitten.  Plenty of comings and goings at Old Trafford

If it is not broke at Man United, do not fix it

WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND - MAY 19: Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is applauded by players after his 1,500th and final match in charge of the club following the Barclays Premier League match between West Bromwich Albion and Manchester United at The Hawthorns on May 19, 2013 in West Bromwich, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** 169057045.jpg

After the managerial retirment of Sir Alex Ferguson, a drastic overhaul under new manager David Moyes is not likely at Manchester United, writes Richard Jolly.  If it is not broke at Man United, do not fix it

Jupp Heynckes legacy cemented in Munich

epa03706081 Bayern Munich's head coach Jupp Heynckes acknowledges supporters prior to the German Bundesliga soccer match between Borussia Moenchengladbach and FC Bayern Munich at Borussia-Park in Moenchengladbach, Germany, 18 May 2013. (ATTENTION: EMBARGO CONDITIONS! The DFL permits the further utilisation of up to 15 pictures only (no sequential pictures or video-similar series of pictures allowed) via the internet and online media during the match (including halftime), taken from inside the stadium and/

Regardless of whether Heynkes leads Bayern to the Uefa Champions League title, his replacement, Pep Guardiola, may find it tough to escape the out-going manager's long shadow, writes Ian Hawkey.  Jupp Heynckes legacy cemented in Munich

Malaga are having late nervous moments

Malaga's Chilean coach Manuel Pellegrini attends a training session on March 12, 2013 at Rosaleda stadium in Malaga, on the eve of the UEFA Champions league football match Malaga against FC Porto. AFP PHOTO / JORGE GUERRERO

Europa League spot is in reach but they may not be allowed to take it, writes Andy Mitten.  Malaga are having late nervous moments

IPL: Rajasthan's Brad Hodge emerges as hero

Rajasthan Royals batsman Brad Hodge plays a shot during the IPL Twenty20 cricket match between Kings XI Punjab and Rajasthan Royals at the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) stadium in Mohali on May 5, 2012. RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. MOBILE USE WITHIN NEWS PACKAGE. AFP PHOTO/RAVEENDRAN

Brad Hodge, with 54 from 29, had the last, and ultimately, decisive word on helping the Rajsthan Royals get past the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL eliminator game, writes Dileep Premachandran.  IPL: Rajasthan's Brad Hodge emerges as hero

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In pictures: Sir Alex Ferguson's career at Man Utd

Beginning with a lowly defeat at Oxford United, to a record tally of Premier League titles and two Champions League crowns, Sir Alex Ferguson oversaw the most successful period in the English club's history.(Photos)

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