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Wayne Rooney salvaged a draw for Manchester United at the Riverside Stadium after a double strike from Middlesbrough's Afonso Alves.

The aftermath of the Middlesbrough striker's sending off at Anfield on February 23rd has left a number of different parties seeing red.

Can the Premier League new boys finish outside the relegation places? If so, how might they do it and could Wigan, Fulham, Middlesbrough and even Reading be in trouble?

The Bluebells are smiling as the team from south Wales have claimed their first piece of silverware in 15 years.

Following the appointment of another foreign coach,Capello,to manage the England international team, how many Englishmen are employed as managers in the Premier League?

The results of Saturday's matches have a bearing on the major issues to be decided as the season comes to a close - Champions, European places and Relegation.

The long-closed country of North Korea recently approved its orchestra's tour to England, due in part to a soccer match that took place 41 years ago.

Blackburn scored a last gasp equaliser to save themselves from a shock exit whilst Hull come behind to earn a replay against Sheffield United.

Newcastle United, Middlesbrough, Hull City and Sunderland prepare to fight for their Premiership lives as the final day of a dramatic season arrives.

Results of the English Premiership games that settled the outstanding issues at the end of the season - relegation and UEFA Cup qualification. West Ham United survived.

The new English Football season is almost here and numerous changes in playing personnel have already occurred. A breakdown of transfer activity by club follows:-

In Saturday's results of round three of the 2008-09 English Premier League, Wigan and Portsmouth picked up big wins, as did Arsenal who eased past Newcastle United

The opening day scores brought victory for Hull City in their first ever Premier League game while Liverpool, West Ham and Middlesbrough also enjoyed success.

England's three UEFA Champions League representatives enjoyed morale-boosting victories ahead of their first leg ties.

In a weekend of surprise results, only one premiership side remains in the FA Cup following defeats for Chelsea, Manchester United and Middlesborough.

Wayne Rooney's foot, David Moyes' brain and Gareth Southgate's hair all make the headlines in the first week of the Premiership.

With almost half the Premier League already out of the tournament, there are only a handful of potential shocks in the fourth round of the FA Cup.

Chelsea's win over West Ham United closes the gap at the top of the Premiership and ensures continued pressure on Manchester United.

Bolton, Everton, Portsmouth, Tottenham and Reading are all desperate to finish high enough in the Premiership to ensure qualification for the UEFA Cup next season.

Watching top flight UK football matches at Upton Park, Anfield, Old Trafford, the Emirates Stadium and Craven Cottage or in Reading, Portsmouth, Newcastle and Birmingham.

Premier League strugglers Stoke and Man City fall at the first hurdle whilst Peterborough, Bristol City and Southend earn replays against Premiership opposition.

The relegation battle continues as Fulham reach safety but West Ham's win thanks to Tevez's two goals increases the problems for Charlton, Wigan and Sheffield United

Increasingly controversial comments from both managers raise the pressure on both teams as they contest three competitions over the final few weeks of the season.

Glenn Roeder the Newcastle United manager has resigned with Sam Allardyce, the former Bolton Wanderers' manager, a leading contender to take over at St James Park.

With the summer of transfer activity almost over, the EPL gets underway this weekend with a full fixture list. Which teams can get off to a strong start in the league?

The opening games for the new Premier League season which starts on 11th August have been announced.The Champions face Reading while newly promoted Sunderland meet Spurs.

Arsenal, Everton and West Ham were all in action on a dramatic Saturday of fixtures with the 2008/09 EPL season continuing to provide goals galore.

Today's Premier League results see Manchester United move to the top of the League with six second half goals against managerless, Newcastle United. Arsenal draw at home.

The gap at the top of the table widened as Chelsea and Liverpool both won to take themselves six points clear of Arsenal, who produced an impressive win over the holders.

West Ham United's £5.5 million fine has angered the clubs facing relegation. Wigan Athletic, Charlton Athletic, Fulham and Sheffield United are threatening legal action.

Last weekend's results and scores for the games involving the Manchester United and Chelsea title race. Relegation battle for West Ham, Fulham, Wigan and Sheffield United

Real Madrid's challenge for the Spanish Primera Liga title continued with victory over Espanyol, their fourth successive win, to move ahead of Barcelona and Sevilla.

Steve McLaren, the England manager, had a mediocre playing career but was recognised as a top class coach while with Derby County, Manchester United and Middlesbrough.

Villa's Agbonlahor scores quick hat-trick and Ashton eyes the England shirt. Berbatov could be on his way out and there is a no dream start for Stoke City.

Fulham, Charlton, Sheffield United, West Ham and Wigan fight to avoid relegation from the Premiership. Sheffield United and West Ham win but Charlton and Wigan lose.

Manchester United, Chelsea and Everton have all booked their places in England's FA Cup Quarterfinal, but miraculously have avoided one another.

Newcastle United began life after the Premiership with a 1-1 draw at West Bromwich Albion in an opening weekend of draws in the Championship.

The opening games for the new 2008-09 football season in England has home games for Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal while Liverpool travel to play Sunderland.

Scottish Premier League Clubs are currently engaged in pre-season training, but the lucrative friendlies against Barcelona, Liverpool and Porto are getting closer........

Manchester City and Chelsea join Everton at the top of the Premier League with their second win of the season. United have Ronaldo sent-off and only draw with Portsmouth.

The opening day Premier League results bring victory to Chelsea, Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool, Sunderland, Blackburn, Newcastle and Everton as Man United draws.

The cost of watching the English Premier League (EPL) in season 08/09 can vary depending on the status of the team and geography of the stadium. Read on for full details.

The final day of the Barclays Premier League is full of uncertainty and excitement. With every game kicking off at the same time, the drama is even greater.

Can the new collection of Brazilians and Argentines make a real impact in the Premiership this season? There are reasons to believe they can...

Manchester United manager, Sir Alex Ferguson has won more trophies than any other manger in the history of English football, but does that make him the greatest?

Today's results in the Premier League see a continuation of the three-way battle for the the league title as Manchester United, Arsenal and Chelsea win.

Unexpected early Premier League leaders as Manchester City defeat United while Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal draw. Tottenham's win eases pressure on manager, Martin Jol.

Newcastle have started their Championship campaign with a flourish, but this could unravel as the Club is yet to resolve its ownership issue, or appoint a team manager.

The opening day fixtures for the EPL 2008/09 season have been announced. Champions Manchester United will entertain Newcastle United as they bid to retain their title.

Steve McClaren's men do what's expected and the BBC pundits suddenly think we should never have to play them again