Dec
2008
Articles from 23rd Dec 2008
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Simpson heads for the Hawthorns
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
West Brom are set to sign Arsenal youngster Jay Simpson on loan in the January transfer window. Read
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Figueroa Latics deal made permanent
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
Wigan left-back Maynor Figueroa has turned his loan move from Honduran side Deportivo Olimpia into a long-term deal. Read
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England leave India with pride and goodwill
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
England departed for home after one of the most contentious tours in recent years having successfully battled to ensure they at least prevented a whitewash from their arduous trip to India. Read
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Grayson appointment angers Blackpool
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
Simon Grayson's defection from Blackpool to Leeds was shrouded in acrimony as the Coca-Cola Championship outfit threatened legal action against him and his new employers. Read
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Big Sam wants Roque to remain a Rover
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
Blackburn manager Sam Allardyce has resolved his issues with Roque Santa Cruz and has told the striker he wants him to keep him at the club. Read
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No action to be taken against Alex
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
Chelsea defender Alex will not face disciplinary action over an alleged stamp on Everton's Tim Cahill in Monday night's Barclays Premier League game at Goodison Park. Read
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Falcons reveal second Wilko op
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
Newcastle have confirmed that Jonny Wilkinson has undergone a second operation in the battle to overcome his latest injury. Read
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Eye surgery for Somerville
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
Gloucester's New Zealand prop Greg Somerville faces more than two months out of the game after undergoing eye surgery. Read
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Diarra: City offered me more
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
French midfielder Lassana Diarra has revealed that Manchester City offered him a greater financial package than Real Madrid. Read
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Fabregas out for four months
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
Arsenal skipper Cesc Fabregas has been ruled out for four months with his knee injury - and boss Arsene Wenger admits it might prompt him to spend in the January transfer window. Read
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Leeds risk Blackpool legal action
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
Blackpool are considering legal action against Simon Grayson and Leeds after he was announced as the new manager of the Elland Road club. Read
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Magic Weekend line-up revealed
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
Engage Super League newcomers Salford will kick off next season's Magic Weekend in Edinburgh. Read
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Leeds turn to Grayson
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
Leeds have confirmed the appointment of Blackpool boss Simon Grayson as their new manager. Read
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Upson a happy Hammer for now
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
West Ham defender Matthew Upson says he is happy at Upton Park, although he admits he is uncertain about the financial situation at the club. Read
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Zokora flattered by Real talk
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
Tottenham midfielder Didier Zokora is 'flattered' by interest from Real Madrid - but he says he is happy at White Hart Lane. Read
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Black Caps frustrated by Gayle ton
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
New Zealand's inability to finish off the West Indies tail on the final morning ultimately left them an insurmountable run chase to claim victory in Napier as both the second Test and the series ended in a draw. Read
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England salvage draw but lose series
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
England successfully battled to salvage a draw from the final Test against India but still slipped to their fifth defeat in the last eight Test series. Read
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Scolari silent on Terry red card
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
Chelsea boss Luiz Felipe Scolari refused to discuss his side's goalless draw at Everton on Monday night. Read
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England chase unlikely target
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
England were set an unlikely victory target of 403 after India finally declared their innings in mid-afternoon of the weather-hit final Test. Read
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Fog aids England's draw hopes
Dec 23 2008 | National Sport
England's hopes of salvaging a draw from the second Test with India were lifted on Tuesday after heavy fog delayed the start of the final day's play in Mohali. Read
