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Scottish Premier League: ZENIT ST PETERSBURG boss Dick Advocaat revealed on Friday that he had been close to making a dramatic return to Rangers.

UEFA Cup: MANCHESTER CITY are in pole position to claim a place in next year's competition after the Football Association was awarded an extra place on Friday.

FARRINGDON works through the weekend's race cards.

LIVERPOOL boss Rafa Benitez hinted on Thursday that out-of-favour striker Peter Crouch can leave Liverpool, but for no less than £15 million.

NEWCASTLE boss Kevin Keegan will head off for talks with owner Mike Ashley on Friday, insisting that he welcomes the chance to clear the air.

LEWIS HAMILTON admitted on Thursday that he is becoming increasingly anxious over his recent victory drought.

London 2012: BUILDING work on the Olympic stadium is to start in a fortnight, three months ahead of schedule, organisers said on Thursday.

FORMER England captain Michael Atherton said on Thursday that Andrew Flintoff should not be called up for the first Test against New Zealand.

SVEN-GORAN ERIKSSON confirmed on Thursday that he is considering an offer from his old club Benfica.

Grant has been a welcome antidote to his predecessor, argues GREG LEEDHAM.