Maradona vows to stay fit after discharge

Diego Maradona has vowed to fight his illness for the sake of his daughters after being discharged from hospital following lengthy treatment for smoking-, dietary- and alcohol-related problems.

United Winger Heading For America
ALAN O'Brien has been named in the Republic of Ireland squad that will travel to America later this month to play two friendlies with Ecuador and Bolivia.

Lampard plays blame game
Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard has blamed 'certain people' for undermining the club's title challenge.

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Allardyce to join Newcastle on three-year deal
Sam Allardyce is expected to be confirmed as the new manager of Newcastle United by the end of next week.


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