I would love Tevez in team-Richards

By Nigel Adderley BBC Radio 5 live reporter Manchester City Defender Micah Richards says matches he "liked" see Carlos Tevez back to the first team because he can win on his own.

City fell one point behind Manchester United in the title race on Sunday after a 1-0 defeat by Swansea.

"There were games last season where Carlos worn us on its own," said Richards. "In competitions such as those in Swansea he would get a 1-0 victory for us.

"Ultimately, it is up to the manager but I would love to see him back."

Richards added: "I've always been a big fan of Tevez-when I am asked about him I always say I love him."

Tevez, who had 44 goals in only 69 Premier League games during his first two seasons at City scored, has not played for the club since boss Roberto Mancini accused him refusing to warm up in a Champions League defeat by Bayern Munich in September.

He seemed certain to leave during the January transfer window city after his return to Argentina without permission from the club but the 28-year-old has since apologized to the club and supporters and training has resumed.

19 March -Manchester City v Chelsea 24 March -v Manchester City Stoke 31 March – Manchester City v Sunderland-Arsenal v April 8 Manchester City with 10 games of the season remaining, England right-back Richards knows city can't afford too many more undersized performance as they are at the end a 44-year wait for the title.

"We have no excuses-we must go back to the drawing board and see where we are going wrong because it is obviously not good enough," he added.

"It is disappointing to drop to the second have kept the lead for so long, but with 10 games to go that it is not over and the derby goes on our site are now even more mass.

"We must concentrate on what we do.

"Chelsea is our next Premier League game at home [19 March], where we've been so strong, and it is a game we have to win now."

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Holman in the summer to Villa

Aston Villa have agreed to sign a deal of Dutch club AZ Alkmaar Australia international Brett Holman this summer.

The 27-year-old winger, who has won 53 caps, was named as Australia's football writers player of the year for 2011.

Holman, who acceded Alkmaar, Eredivisie leaders in 2008 on a free transfer when his will sign contract expires.

"I'm glad to have agreed terms with Aston Villa. I look forward to joining with the team in the summer, "said Holman.

"Villa have a long and prestigious history in English football and a fantastic series of fans."

Holman has spent a decade in the Netherlands, spells with Feyenoord, Excelsior and NEC Nijmegen has had before he moved to AZ.

"Brett is a very intelligent player," said Villa manager Alex McLeish. "A great team player and a man who is recognized in the game as a non-stop and committed wide midfield player.

"He has international experience and has played in the Champions League. He will significantly add to the experience in the Villa team. "

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Dalglish seeks derby day reaction

Location: MarchCoverage: AnfieldDate: Tuesday, 13 listen on BBC Radio 5 live and BBC local radio; text commentary on the website of the BBC Sport

Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish and Captain Steven Gerrard belt on the Reds finish their recent slump with a derby win over Everton on Tuesday.

The Carling Cup winners their last three league matches, their worst point since 2003, and have lost Dalglish insists that everyone in the club is responsible.

He said: "everyone must stand up and be counted and see what we can do."

Gerrard added: "We need a comment and there is no better team than against Everton to produce."

Liverpool have not tasted victory in the Premier League since 31 January, although Cardiff City on penalties which the Carling Cup won only a two weeks ago and are through the FA Cup quarter finals defeated.

Dalglish "it depends which teams you play," said, "but it is certainly not a record that you expect from Liverpool.

"We don't want to get in the habit of contests to have lost but, between the losses, we have a Carling Cup victory.

13 Mar:Everton (H) 18 Mar: Stoke (H, FA Cup quarterfinals) 21 Mar: QPR (A) 24 Mar: Wigan (H) 1 April: Newcastle (A) "We want to continue to progress, and I think we're going forward. Also we have a stronger squad this year than last year we had, but we have putting points on the Board.

"We just need to keep believing in ourselves and keep pushing forward, but we know that it will be difficult tomorrow."

A defeat against Everton at Anfield would see the Blues leapfrog the Reds in seventh place. And Gerrard insists on his team-mates to ensure that doesn't happen.

"The players must take responsibility for where we in the competition," he said.

"It is simply not good enough for a club like us to be there. We must find a better level of coherence. It is important the players put in a performance and to get a result for the fans.

"Everyone is a little down after recent results, but we want to put a smile back on their faces."

After the derby, Liverpool meet Tuesday night than Stoke City in the FA Cup quarter final at Anfield Sunday (1600 GMT).

"It is a big week and we want Cup tie with Stoke pick up on the back of a victory," said Gerrard.

Liverpool face a resurgent Everton side undefeated in nine games in all competitions, a sequence that has included Premier League wins over Tottenham, Chelsea and Manchester City.

But Everton boss David Moyes, whose team not at Anfield during his tenure have won 10-years is not reading too much into this, statistics.

"Many of the years I've gone have been the form team in the game and Liverpool, and folk have said: ' who knows in Derbies." You never know. "

The Toffees last victory at Liverpool came under Walter Smith in 1999.

Asked if he would like to just not lose, Moyes said: "through the years, I think it would have been a great result for a team to go and do that, because it is a hard place to go to Anfield.

"Liverpool have really good support and a good team. It is never changed.

"We go to Anfield and then, trying to win and if you don't, the next thing you want to do is try to get a tie.

"I definitely would be happy on Wednesday when my team wins," added Moyes, who celebrates his 10th anniversary as Everton boss the day after the game.

"But, whatever happens, I will still wake up with a good feeling because I've done 10 years at a big club like Everton."

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FAW looking European spot for top clubs

Cardiff City Swansea City could get the chance to qualify for Europe next season by the Welsh Cup.

Europe's governing body, Uefa, the Football Association of Wales is considering a request from clubs to represent Wales in European competitions to exiled.

But to do this, the clubs are likely to be forced to withdraw from the FA Cup and the Football League Cup.

FAW chief Jonathan Ford: "there needs to be a compromise."

Ford added that the clubs at the start of the season a decision on which route in Europe should they choose.

Only clubs from the Welsh league system have since 1995, eligible for Wales represent in Europe.

Welsh clubs play in the English league pyramid-Cardiff City, Swansea City, Wrexham, Newport County and Colwyn Bay were, Merthyr Tydfil-blocked by the FAW Welsh Cup 17 years ago after pressure from entering Uefa.

But the FAW the six Welsh clubs play in the England invited to participate in the Welsh Cup this season.

Blue Square Bet Premier sides Newport and Wrexham along with Merthyr Town (formerly Merthyr Tydfil) of the Western Football League of the FAW invitation accepted.

Swansea City, Cardiff City and Blue Square Bet North side Colwyn Bay elect not to enter.

Before the ban came into force in 1995, Cardiff, Swansea, Wrexham, Newport and Merthyr Tydfil in Wales represented all the old European Cup Winners ' Cup by the Welsh Cup.

Who European tyre created some of the most memorable matches in Welsh club football history.

FAW chief executive Ford is keen to see the exiled clubs back to the Welsh Cup, but it is the issue of European qualification which clarification is needed.

Ford hopes that a definitive decision son after the Executive Committee of Uefa meets in Istanbul on 20 and 21 March.

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"If the decision goes through it will mean that clubs who currently play in the Welsh Cup in exile, should they choose, would eventually need a guaranteed route in Europe"

Jonathan Ford previous attempts have failed, with the FAW Uefa which teams could only participate in Europe through the matches of one National Association.

"I have several meeting with Uefa on this," Ford added. "We have worked very hard with Uefa to find solutions here.

"It's something we've debated for a while and something that their Executive Committee meeting goes in a few weeks from now.

"Last year we invited the exiles back in, but their route in Europe did, of course, always have to be complicated.

"Uefa rulings state that you can't in two games in two different countries and a successful route in Europe by the one or the other to participate.

"If the decision goes through it will mean that clubs who currently play in the Welsh Cup in exile, should they choose, would eventually need a guaranteed route in Europe.

"[Would] a fantastic chance for Newport, Cardiff and Swansea even Colwyn Bay. Let's hope they can play in the Welsh Cup soon as well.

"Ultimately, would they have choices. I don't think she would be allowed to play in both leagues. I think she may have to make a decision.

"But if they came back in the Welsh Cup they would have a guaranteed place should they win the League."

Meanwhile, Cardiff had the Carling Cup they unveiled Ford, who would have been eligible to compete as the English League's representatives in the European Cup next season won.

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Everton V Liverpool

Location: MarchCoverage: AnfieldDate: Tuesday, 13 listen on BBC Radio 5 live and BBC local radio; text commentary on the website of the BBC Sport

Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard may return after a hamstring injury, while Glen Johnson could also feature.

Stewart Downing and Andy Carroll look set to gain recalls if trying to rediscover a winning formula, Kenny Dalglish, but Daniel Agger and Lucas remain.

Everton the weekend match-winner Bilic could return to the bench for an expected feisty encounter.

On-loan Steven Pienaar is available again after being not eligible against parent club Tottenham.

David Moyes celebrates a decade of Everton on Wednesday, during which time the club have seen many highlights, but one thing he has not reached is a highly acclaimed victory at Anfield. He possesses that attracts a decent record of five of nine road meetings with Liverpool but how he and the Toffees fans like to take back that elusive three points about Stanley Park with them. The visitors have not tasted a road victory since Kevin Campbell's winner in 1999 as in armature Walter Smith's side overcame Gerard Houllier of men.

"(Bill Kenwright) which gave me a chance maybe young managers would not get these days, and I hope that he has his justified"

Everton manager David Moyes It will not have escaped Moyes Everton side of that are upwardly mobile will go for Liverpool in the league table if this misfire victorious. The last time the Toffees were above their rivals city after 28 matches of a Premier League season was seven years ago, when Everton eventually finished in fourth place in the table-one position clear of the reds. It was also the last time they finished above Liverpool come the end of the season.

With a home FA Cup date with Sunderland looming over the weekend, Moyes will ten years with his birthday that now familiar steely look in his eyes, while the real celebrations focused on the end of the season come recognize.

A Merseyside derby looks like only the armature must reorient their thoughts the team Liverpool now. Defeat at Sunderland last weekend saw Kenny Dalglish slide the side to three consecutive league defeats for the first time since 2003-the last time they lost four on the spin? Ironically a decade ago in late 2002.

The Reds mini slump seems to have all but ended up lingering Champions League qualification hopes with Arsenal, one of the sides to beat them during this period, now well clear of them. Fit-again Captain Steven Gerrard, set for a landmark occasion of his own by playing in his 400th Premier League game, a rallying call to his team-mates claim that the consistency levels are simply "not good enough".

Gerrard, who has a hamstring injury while on international duty with England picked up, made his comeback as a substitute against Sunderland and is aimed at an end of season surge back up the rankings, as well as further progress in the FA Cup. Stoke City travel to Anfield in the quarter-finals on Sunday.

Head-to-head

This is the 217th Liverpool win Merseyside derby: Everton have 85 compared with 66 victories. The two clubs met at Anfield on this date in 1994, Ian Rush and Robbie Fowler scoring Reds legends offset Dave Watson's opener in a 2-1 Liverpool win. 20 players are sent out in 39 Premier League matches were played between the two neighbouring countries. Steven Gerrard has two red cards, such as Phil Neville.

Liverpool

Kenny Dalglish has won 12, drawn and lost three of his seven Merseyside derbies as manager, Liverpool, 22-including two victories of the FA Cup final against them in 1986 and 1989. In total he is unbeaten in his last 11 matches against Everton as Liverpool manager, since a 1-0 away defeat in March 1988. Liverpool have only four of their opening 13 Premier League home games, their least in this stage of a top flight season in 50 years, since winning four of the first 13 in 1951-52 campaign won. It's only 10 Premier League points from the last 33 available for the Reds. If seleected, Steven Gerrard in his 400th match of the Premier League will appear. He is the 25th player to reach this milestone, and only the fifth to reach for a single club after Ryan Giggs (592), Jamie Carragher (476), Paul Scholes (474) and Gary Neville (400).

Everton

David Moyes has three of his 19 Merseyside derbies (11 defeats) won. All three victories come at Goodison Park. The Toffees are on a seven-match unbeaten run (W3, D4). Only Manchester United, Manchester City and Liverpool have less than admitted but only Stoke Wigan and Everton have scored fewer. Everton are still winning at one side higher than to lose them in the table but still on one side lower than them.

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Tomas Rosicky signs new Arsenal deal

Midfielder Tomas Rosicky has signed a new contract with Arsenal after a purple patch of form that has seen him score twice in three games.

BBC Sport understands that the captain of the Czech Republic has agreed to a two-year deal.

Manager Arsene Wenger said: "I've always been a big admirer of Tomas capacities and am pleased that he has chosen to put his future for the club."

Tomas Rosicky, 31, said: "it is felt as at home since I arrived six years ago."

He told Arsenal.com: "it is a great honour to sign a new deal with Arsenal, I love the club and am proud to wear the Arsenal shirt.

"The manager, my team-mates, staff and supporters-everyone plays their role in making this a great club, and I feel privileged to be a part of it.

"I believe that we have a really talented group of players and, together with the manager, the future looks rosy.

"It is Always my goal to win trophies at Arsenal, and I will fight here to here to reach my dreams."

Signed in 2006 by Borussia Dortmund in Germany, Tomas Rosicky has 156 appearances for the London club and netted 19 times, including recent goals against Tottenham Hotspur and AC Milan in 28 appearances so far this season.

Gunners boss Wenger added: "I believe he is an exceptional player, a natural footballer who technically class.

"He plays the style of football champion and fully shares our philosophy here. He is always willing to work for the sake of the club, always willing the team first. I have great respect for him. "

Tomas Rosicky, who began his career at Sparta Prague, took the number seven shirt of Robert Pires at Arsenal but his career has hampered by injuries.

So far he has 85 caps and 20 goals for his country, and is Captain of the national side since 2006.

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Guardiola is the key to Barca Messi

Dazzling forward Lionel Messi believes that coach Pep Guardiola is the main factor behind the recent success of Barcelona.

Barcelona have won 13 of the sixteen possible trophies since Guardiola took at the start the season 2008-09.

Messi, a three-time world player of the year, has seven goals in the past week just insists: "Guardiola is fundamental to Barcelona's project."

Asked if Messi became more important for the club, the player added: "Guardiola is more important for Barca."

Primera División (3) 2008-09, 2009-10, 2010-11 Supercopa de Espana (3): 2009, 2010, 2011 Uefa Champions League (2): 2008-09, 2010-11 Uefa Super Cup (2): 2009, 2011 Fifa Club World Cup (2): 2009, 2011 Copa del Rey (1): 2008-09 the 24-year-old Argentine superstar continued: "his arrival [in the club] changed everything. Everything there is reached was reached with him. "

Messi followed his five-goal performance against Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League on Wednesday with two more strikes in Sunday 2-0 victory at Racing Santander.

He passed 50 goals for the second straight season with his brace on Sunday and also within the five objectives of the all-time club scoring record held by Cesar Rodriguez matching moved.

Guardiola the current deal on the Nou Camp expires at the end of this season and he has yet to sign a new contract, and Messi believes the club will struggle to replace him should he leave.

"Obviously the club and players will stay on but it would be very different without him, '' he said.

"It would be very difficult to find another coach who can achieve everything that he has and that would make this team play the way he does. This is his team. ''

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Spire cleared of damage to cars

12 March 2012 last updated at 12: 30 GMT is on loan to Sunderland Nicklas Bendtner of Arsenal A Premier League footballer accused of cars in Newcastle city centre has left damage the case against him.

Sunderland-striker Nicklas Bendtner, 24, faces five charges of criminal damage, relative to an incident in Stowell Street on 6 December.

The prosecution offered no evidence against him and magistrates that cleared him of the cost in Newcastle.

He was originally charged with teammate Lee Cattermole, whose case has postponed for two weeks.

Bendtner, a Danish international, is currently on loan at the club from Arsenal.

He did not appear in the courtroom for the hearing.

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Tyne-Wear derby accepted costs

Newcastle and Sunderland have misconduct charges after their bad-tempered derby on March 4, accepted.

Sunderland was Red-Carded for elbowing of Stephane Sessegnon Cheick Tiote and Captain Lee Cattermole was sent after full-time in the 1-1 tie.

The Football Association said the costs associated with an incident after a late challenge from James McClean on Newcastle by Danny Simpson.

Both clubs are asked to discuss the incident further hearings personal.

Lee Cattermole was sent off six times since making his Premier League debut in 2006

McClean was shown a yellow card by referee Mike Dean for the deal on Simpson, whose angry response also earned a warning.

The FA said in a statement: "the indictment is that the clubs to their players conducted themselves in an orderly manner and/or provocative behaviour of apart and is relative to an incident that occurred in the 19th minute after a challenge by the Sunderland James McClean on Newcastle by Danny Simpson failed."

It was one of a number of flashpoints during a stormy contest at the sports arena, with Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill and direct Newcastle counterpart Alan Pardew also becoming involved in an angry Exchange.

Eight players were booked and Sunderland Pardew later criticized for an "ugly" approach, a claim rejected by O'Neill.

Cattermole was banned for four matches for his resignation and Sessegnon received a three-game suspension.

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Relentless effort vitale-Wenger

Arsene Wenger praised the "relentless effort" of his side as they a stoppage-time profit securely via Newcastle.

The Gunners came from behind to win their fourth Premier League game in a row as Thomas Vermaelen converted from Theo Walcott late cross.

Wenger said: "what they beat was our relentless efforts to win.

"I never thought we would not win. I told my assistant that we needed one more attack and we would score. "

Arsenal were 10 points behind rivals Tottenham in the race for third place before their meeting last month, but the Gunners are now just a point behind after the enlargement of their run of victories.

Wenger's side conceded first at Emirates Stadium on Monday for the fourth consecutive game when Hatem Ben Arfa drilled the near post, but Robin van Persie with his 44th goal within a minute in his last 45 Premier League matches, before the late winner picked replied Vermaelen.

"This was a game of absolute commitment on both sides," said Wenger.

"Newcastle are a good team and it needed something special to beat them.

February 11: 2-1 Sunderland (A)

Thierry Henry (90th minute)

March 3: 2-1 Liverpool (A)

Robin van Persie (93rd minute)

12 March: Newcastle (H) 2-1

Thomas Vermaelen (95th minute)

Newcastle tried to slow down us but we get that many times. We have five minutes extra time and that allowed us to win the game.

"We have won in the last minute against Sunderland, Liverpool and now Newcastle. That shows that we have absolute endeavor.

"They refuse to lose. That is fantastic. The team should be credited for an excellent performance. "

Walcott, who was impressive in the whole-believes his side can catch Tottenham to third spot.

"Tottenham have to look over their shoulders now," said Walcott.

"With the squad of players we have-and we have a lot of players coming back to fitness now-we believe that we can go much further.

"It Is an up and down season, but it is the way you're done, and that's the main thing."

Newcastle boss Alan Pardew felt his side deserved a point but called for his players to not let the manner of defeat derail their own push for European football.

The magpies are five points behind fifth-placed Chelsea with 10 games left of the season.

"It is hard to take," said Pardew.

"We came up against a side bang in form and whose confidence is high. We limited them for long periods of the game, and they make it very difficult.

"It's really nauseous for us. Large teams goals late. I though we deserved a point tonight General.

"We got a tough game against Norwich on Saturday and we have to win, so we must make sure we ourselves patch up."

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Dundee Utd 0-4 Celtic

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The assist for the goal came from Georgios Samaras.

89:57 Goal scored Goal - Scott Brown - Dundee U 0 - 4 Celtic Penalty scored by Scott Brown. Dundee Utd 0-4 Celtic.

88:25 Substitution Substitution Lukasz Zaluska replaces Fraser Forster.

88:25

Sean Dillon challenges Georgios Samaras unfairly and gives away a Penalty.

87:18 Substitution Substitution Anthony Stokes leaves the field to be replaced by Kris Commons.

85:34

Joe Ledley provided the assist for the goal.

85:34 Goal scored Goal - Anthony Stokes - Dundee U 0 - 3 Celtic Anthony Stokes finds the back of the net with a goal from deep inside the penalty box to the bottom left corner of the goal. Dundee Utd 0-3 Celtic.

84:42

Effort on goal by James Forrest from just outside the penalty area goes harmlessly over the target.

83:34

Effort from inside the area by Georgios Samaras misses to the left of the goal.

81:41

The assistant referee signals for offside against Johnny Russell. Fraser Forster takes the indirect free kick.

81:00 Substitution Substitution Patrick McCourt replaces Gary Hooper.

78:36

Anthony Stokes takes a shot.

77:35 Substitution Substitution Stuart Armstrong is brought on as a substitute for Willo Flood.

77:35

Free kick awarded for a foul by Georgios Samaras on Willo Flood. Direct free kick taken by Dusan Pernis.

76:06

Anthony Stokes has an effort at goal from 20 yards. Save made by Dusan Pernis.

74:02

Effort from deep inside the area by Gary Hooper clears the bar.

72:59

Effort on goal by Johnny Russell from inside the penalty area goes harmlessly over the bar.

72:27

Garry Kenneth concedes a free kick for a foul on James Forrest. Fraser Forster takes the direct free kick.

70:46

Assist by Charlie Mulgrew.

70:46 Goal scored Goal - Georgios Samaras - Dundee U 0 - 2 Celtic Georgios Samaras scores a headed goal from inside the six-yard box. Dundee Utd 0-2 Celtic.

70:15

Free kick awarded for a foul by Willo Flood on Anthony Stokes. The ball is crossed by Charlie Mulgrew,

69:35

Georgios Samaras handles the ball and concedes a free kick. Willo Flood restarts play with the free kick.

68:59

Effort from deep inside the area by Milos Lacny misses to the right of the target.

67:39

Corner from the right by-line taken by Charlie Mulgrew, Scott Brown challenges Dusan Pernis unfairly and gives away a free kick. Free kick taken by Dusan Pernis.

65:51

Anthony Stokes gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Scott Robertson. Willo Flood takes the free kick.

65:09

John Rankin takes a shot from 35 yards and went wide right of the target.

64:20

Sean Dillon fouled by Anthony Stokes, the ref awards a free kick. Free kick taken by Dusan Pernis.

63:09

Anthony Stokes takes a shot. Save by Dusan Pernis.

62:57

Free kick awarded for a foul by Scott Robertson on Joe Ledley. Charlie Mulgrew restarts play with the free kick.

61:55

Unfair challenge on John Rankin by James Forrest results in a free kick. John Rankin takes the direct free kick.

60:18

Milos Lacny is caught offside. Fraser Forster takes the free kick.

58:20

James Forrest fouled by Willo Flood, the ref awards a free kick. Charlie Mulgrew crosses the ball from the free kick left-footed from left wing.

58:20 Substitution Substitution Gavin Gunning goes off and Milos Lacny comes on.

54:53

Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Anthony Stokes by Sean Dillon. Free kick crossed left-footed by Charlie Mulgrew from left wing, clearance made by Garry Kenneth.

53:49

Inswinging corner taken left-footed by Charlie Mulgrew from the right by-line, Gavin Gunning makes a clearance.

52:19

Anthony Stokes provided the assist for the goal.

52:19 Goal scored Goal - Joe Ledley - Dundee U 0 - 1 Celtic Joe Ledley finds the net with a goal from inside the penalty area to the bottom right corner of the goal. Dundee Utd 0-1 Celtic.

51:06

Scott Robertson concedes a free kick for a foul on James Forrest. Charlie Mulgrew delivers the ball from the free kick right-footed from right wing, clearance by Jon Daly.

50:35

Jon Daly takes a shot. Save by Fraser Forster.

47:30

Corner taken right-footed by Willo Flood from the left by-line, clearance by Victor Wanyama.

46:21

Outswinging corner taken left-footed by Charlie Mulgrew, John Rankin makes a clearance.

45:29

Georgios Samaras fouled by John Rankin, the ref awards a free kick. Direct free kick taken by Charlie Mulgrew.

45:01

The second half has started.

45:00 +1:23

The players leave the pitch at half time.

45:00 +0:14

Outswinging corner taken left-footed by Charlie Mulgrew, Anthony Stokes challenges John Rankin unfairly and gives away a free kick. Dusan Pernis takes the direct free kick.

41:57

Foul by Gary Hooper on Gavin Gunning, free kick awarded. Dusan Pernis restarts play with the free kick.

38:47

Inswinging corner taken from the left by-line by Willo Flood, free kick awarded for a foul by Gavin Gunning on Georgios Samaras. Fraser Forster takes the free kick.

34:35

Corner taken left-footed by Charlie Mulgrew, Effort on goal by James Forrest from inside the penalty area goes harmlessly over the bar.

33:43

Inswinging corner taken by Charlie Mulgrew from the right by-line, Paul Dixon makes a clearance.

28:00 Substitution Substitution Garry Kenneth on for Gary Mackay-Steven.

28:00 Dismissal Dismissal Robbie Neilson shown a red card.

27:48

Unfair challenge on Georgios Samaras by Robbie Neilson results in a free kick. Direct free kick taken by Charlie Mulgrew.

26:57

Free kick awarded for a foul by Scott Brown on Gary Mackay-Steven. Gavin Gunning takes the direct free kick.

24:20

Johnny Russell takes a shot. Fraser Forster makes a save. Jon Daly has an effort at goal from 6 yards.

24:20

Johnny Russell takes a shot. Save by Fraser Forster. Effort on goal by Jon Daly from 6 yards. Save by Fraser Forster.

22:36

John Rankin challenges Scott Brown unfairly and gives away a free kick. Free kick taken by Scott Brown.

20:29

Charlie Mulgrew crosses the ball in from the free kick, save by Dusan Pernis.

20:29 Booking Booking Robbie Neilson receives a yellow card.

20:10

Free kick awarded for a foul by Robbie Neilson on Georgios Samaras.

15:31

Outswinging corner taken from the left by-line by Gary Mackay-Steven.

13:03

Outswinging corner taken left-footed by Charlie Mulgrew from the left by-line, Gavin Gunning manages to make a clearance.

9:33

Corner taken by Gary Mackay-Steven, Thomas Rogne manages to make a clearance.

8:42

Adam Matthews gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Gavin Gunning. Free kick taken by Gavin Gunning.

7:20

Headed effort from inside the penalty area by Jon Daly misses to the right of the target.

1:59

The referee blows for offside. Fraser Forster takes the indirect free kick.

0:00

The match has kicked off.

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Swansea 1-0 Man City

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Free kick awarded for a foul by Angel Rangel on Mario Balotelli. The ball is delivered by Gnegneri Toure Yaya, Adam Johnson takes a shot. Blocked by Steven Caulker. Corner from left by-line taken by Gnegneri Toure Yaya.

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Edin Dzeko takes a shot. Save by Michel Vorm.

88:42

Micah Richards is ruled offside. Michel Vorm restarts play with the free kick.

86:29 Substitution Substitution Garry Monk is brought on as a substitute for Wayne Routledge.

86:29 Substitution Substitution Edin Dzeko replaces David Silva.

85:38

Headed effort from inside the area by Sergio Aguero misses to the left of the goal.

85:05

Kolo Toure takes a shot. Save made by Michel Vorm. Samir Nasri takes the inswinging corner, clearance by Ashley Williams.

84:30

Mario Balotelli takes a shot. Save by Michel Vorm. Corner taken by Samir Nasri, Luke Moore manages to make a clearance.

83:55 Substitution Substitution Adam Johnson is brought on as a substitute for Nigel De Jong.

82:46

Assist by Wayne Routledge.

82:46 Goal scored Goal - Luke Moore - Swansea 1 - 0 Man City Luke Moore grabs a headed goal from close in. Swansea 1-0 Man City.

80:11

Unfair challenge on Joe Allen by Samir Nasri results in a free kick. Joe Allen restarts play with the free kick.

79:36

Foul by Steven Caulker on Sergio Aguero, free kick awarded. Free kick taken by Kolo Toure.

78:23 Substitution Substitution Danny Graham goes off and Luke Moore comes on.

78:06

Mario Balotelli takes a shot. Michel Vorm makes a save.

76:03

Wayne Routledge takes a shot. Save made by Joe Hart.

75:30

Direct free kick taken by Steven Caulker.

75:30 Booking Booking Mario Balotelli goes into the referee's book.

75:19

Mario Balotelli concedes a free kick for a foul on Gylfi Sigurdsson.

75:05

Mario Balotelli takes a shot. Michel Vorm makes a save.

74:02

Danny Graham gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Gnegneri Toure Yaya. Direct free kick taken by Nigel De Jong.

72:28

Foul by Samir Nasri on Scott Sinclair, free kick awarded. Free kick taken by Neil Taylor.

71:03

Outswinging corner taken by Gylfi Sigurdsson, Steven Caulker takes a shot.

69:58

Outswinging corner taken by Gylfi Sigurdsson from the right by-line played to the near post, clearance made by Stefan Savic.

68:36

Micah Richards takes a shot. Michel Vorm makes a save.

62:32

Free kick awarded for a foul by Micah Richards on Scott Sinclair. Neil Taylor takes the direct free kick.

61:06

The offside flag is raised against Danny Graham. Free kick taken by Joe Hart.

59:57

Gnegneri Toure Yaya gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Scott Sinclair. Leon Britton restarts play with the free kick.

57:30

Samir Nasri takes a shot. Save by Michel Vorm.

55:45

Gael Clichy takes a shot. Save by Michel Vorm.

54:46

Wayne Routledge gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Gael Clichy. Free kick taken by Nigel De Jong.

54:13

The assistant referee flags for offside against Wayne Routledge. Free kick taken by Joe Hart.

53:43

Short corner worked by Gylfi Sigurdsson.

51:19

Gnegneri Toure Yaya takes a shot. Neil Taylor gets a block in.

50:32

Gylfi Sigurdsson takes a inswinging corner to the near post, Mario Balotelli manages to make a clearance.

49:23

Mario Balotelli gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Steven Caulker. Direct free kick taken by Michel Vorm.

48:47

Effort on goal by Sergio Aguero from deep inside the penalty area misses to the right of the target.

46:57

Free kick awarded for a foul by Angel Rangel on Mario Balotelli. Direct free kick taken by David Silva.

45:01

The referee gets the second half started.

45:00 +1:20

It is the end of the first-half.

45:00 +0:56

Corner taken by Samir Nasri.

42:43

Corner from the left by-line taken by Samir Nasri, Danny Graham manages to make a clearance. Inswinging corner taken from the left by-line by Samir Nasri, save made by Michel Vorm. Inswinging corner taken by David Silva from the right by-line, Nigel De Jong takes a shot. Ashley Williams gets a block in. David Silva produces a left-footed shot from the edge of the area and misses to the left of the goal.

42:18

Gnegneri Toure Yaya takes a shot. Blocked by Steven Caulker. Samir Nasri decides to take a short corner.

41:56

Samir Nasri takes a short corner.

39:12

Mario Balotelli takes a shot. Joe Allen gets a block in.

38:23

Gael Clichy challenges Wayne Routledge unfairly and gives away a free kick. Direct free kick taken by Angel Rangel.

37:22

Mario Balotelli gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Angel Rangel. Free kick taken by Angel Rangel.

36:34

Direct free kick taken by Kolo Toure.

36:34 Substitution Substitution Sergio Aguero replaces Gareth Barry.

36:34

Gylfi Sigurdsson challenges Gareth Barry unfairly and gives away a free kick.

35:23

Angel Rangel takes a shot. Blocked by Kolo Toure.

34:35

Unfair challenge on Wayne Routledge by Stefan Savic results in a free kick. Free kick taken by Angel Rangel.

29:47

Long range shot by Mario Balotelli goes wide right of the target.

29:47

Mario Balotelli has an effort at goal from a long way out that misses to the right of the target.

28:01

Effort on goal by Danny Graham from inside the box misses to the right of the target.

24:38

Unfair challenge on Wayne Routledge by David Silva results in a free kick. Angel Rangel takes the free kick.

22:52

Effort from inside the area by Mario Balotelli misses to the right of the target.

22:04

Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Gnegneri Toure Yaya by Steven Caulker. Free kick taken by Kolo Toure.

17:46

Ashley Williams restarts play with the free kick.

17:46 Booking Booking Nigel De Jong is shown a yellow card for unsporting behaviour.

17:36

Nigel De Jong gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Wayne Routledge.

15:18

Gylfi Sigurdsson takes a shot. Blocked by Samir Nasri.

14:23

Foul by Gareth Barry on Danny Graham, free kick awarded. Angel Rangel takes the free kick.

12:03

Steven Caulker concedes a free kick for a foul on Gareth Barry. Joe Hart takes the free kick.

11:14

Corner taken right-footed by Gylfi Sigurdsson from the right by-line, Micah Richards manages to make a clearance.

10:45

Gylfi Sigurdsson decides to take a short corner.

9:25

Kolo Toure gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Scott Sinclair. Ashley Williams restarts play with the free kick.

8:27

David Silva handles the ball and concedes a free kick. Michel Vorm takes the direct free kick.

6:17

Corner taken by Gylfi Sigurdsson, Ashley Williams takes a shot. Save made by Joe Hart.

6:17 Penalty Placed penalty taken by Scott Sinclair saved by Joe Hart. Swansea 0-0 Man City.

5:10

Joe Hart gives away a Penalty for an unfair challenge on Wayne Routledge.

4:00

Effort from the edge of the area by Wayne Routledge goes wide of the left-hand upright.

0:49

Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Gnegneri Toure Yaya by Neil Taylor. Nigel De Jong takes the direct free kick.

0:00

The referee gets the game started.

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Celtic await Cup replay winners

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Holders Celtic will face the winners of the St Mirren versus Hearts replay in the semi-finals of the Scottish Cup.

Aberdeen take on Hibernian in the other all-Scottish Premier League tie after the draw at Fir Park following the Dons' 2-1 win over 10-man Motherwell.

Celtic had earlier overwhelmed 4-0 a Dundee United side who had also been reduced to 10 men for much of the game at Tannadice.

The ties at Hampden Park will be played on 14/15 April.

Hearts travel to St Mirren Park on Wednesday 21 March for their replay after the Buddies came from behind to draw 2-2 at Tynecastle on Saturday.

The draw avoided a possible Edinburgh derby, Hearts city rivals, Hibs, having seen off the last challenge from the First Division with a 2-0 win over cup specialists Ayr United.

Instead, Pat Fenlon's side will take on Craig Brown's Aberdeen, with the latter expressing his pleasure at avoiding the runaway SPL leaders and Cup holders.

"We're delighted to be in the draw," said the Dons manager. "All the teams are fairly even.

"Celtic are the best team I think and to avoid them is fortunate, but I'm not taking anything for granted.

"You see the way they played, we made heavy weather of the game today, so we need to improve against Hibs in the semi-final.

"But we were playing a very good Motherwell side with few injuries.

"I'm delighted for the Aberdeen fans and they deserve it.

"They've travelled everywhere and the support we have has been incredible"

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Norwich 1-1 Wigan

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90:00 +5:42

The final whistle goes and the game is over.

90:00 +5:15

The offside flag is raised against Elliott Bennett. Ali Al Habsi restarts play with the free kick.

90:00 +4:31

Kyle Naughton restarts play with the free kick.

90:00 +4:31 Booking Booking Caution for James McArthur.

90:00 +4:22

Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Wesley Hoolahan by James McArthur.

90:00 +3:46

The official flags Steve Morison offside. Gary Caldwell restarts play with the free kick.

90:00 +3:21

The ball is swung over by David Fox, comfortable save by Ali Al Habsi.

90:00 +3:03

Centre by Anthony Pilkington, Shaun Maloney manages to make a clearance.

90:00 +2:09

Free kick crossed right-footed by David Fox from left wing, clearance made by Gary Caldwell.

90:00 +2:09 Booking Booking Victor Moses is shown a yellow card for unsporting behaviour.

90:00 +1:57

Adam Drury fouled by Victor Moses, the ref awards a free kick.

90:00 +1:12

Unfair challenge on Gary Caldwell by Steve Morison results in a free kick. Gary Caldwell restarts play with the free kick.

90:00 +0:50

Effort from deep inside the area by Mohamed Diame misses to the right of the target.

90:00 +0:15

The ball is sent over by Victor Moses, Hugo Rodallega has an effort at goal from deep inside the area missing to the left of the goal.

89:03

The ball is swung over by Simeon Jackson, Gary Caldwell manages to make a clearance.

88:23

The ball is delivered by Maynor Figueroa, comfortable save by John Ruddy.

87:56

Anthony Pilkington sends in a cross, Steve Morison takes a shot. Brilliant save by Ali Al Habsi.

86:43

Jean Beausejour is flagged offside by the assistant referee. Indirect free kick taken by John Ruddy.

85:32

Centre by Shaun Maloney, Effort on goal by Mohamed Diame from inside the area goes harmlessly over the bar.

84:18 Substitution Substitution James McCarthy leaves the field to be replaced by Mohamed Diame.

83:13

Steve Morison crosses the ball, Maynor Figueroa gets a block in. Elliott Bennett takes a outswinging corner from the right by-line played to the near post, clearance made by James McCarthy. The ball is crossed by Elliott Bennett, Elliott Ward has a headed effort at goal from just inside the area that misses to the right of the goal.

82:21

The ball is sent over by Anthony Pilkington, blocked by Emmerson Boyce. Corner taken by Anthony Pilkington from the left by-line, Steve Morison takes a shot. Clearance made by Emmerson Boyce.

80:10

Anthony Pilkington shoots direct from the free kick.

80:10 Booking Booking Antolin Alcaraz receives a caution for unsporting behaviour.

79:57

Foul by Antolin Alcaraz on Simeon Jackson, free kick awarded.

79:30

Centre by Jean Beausejour. Emmerson Boyce crosses the ball, clearance made by Kyle Naughton.

78:27

Free kick crossed right-footed by David Fox, clearance made by Emmerson Boyce.

78:27 Booking Booking James McCarthy booked.

77:44

Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Elliott Bennett by James McCarthy.

76:53

James McArthur takes a shot. Elliott Ward makes a clearance.

75:17

Victor Moses delivers the ball, Kyle Naughton manages to make a clearance.

74:45

Emmerson Boyce fouled by Anthony Pilkington, the ref awards a free kick. Free kick taken by James McArthur.

73:59

Effort from inside the area by Simeon Jackson misses to the left of the goal.

73:06

The ball is swung over by Adam Drury, clearance by Jean Beausejour.

72:30

The ball is sent over by Victor Moses, Header from deep inside the area by Hugo Rodallega goes over the bar.

71:33

Gary Caldwell restarts play with the free kick.

71:33 Booking Booking Adam Drury is given a yellow card.

71:00

Adam Drury challenges Victor Moses unfairly and gives away a free kick.

68:43 Substitution Substitution Anthony Pilkington on for Andrew Surman.

68:43 Substitution Substitution Elliott Bennett comes on in place of Andrew Crofts.

67:39

Assist by Shaun Maloney.

67:39 Goal scored Goal - Victor Moses - Norwich 1 - 1 Wigan Victor Moses scores a goal from inside the area low into the middle of the goal. Norwich 1-1 Wigan.

66:07

Jean Beausejour sends in a cross, Andrew Crofts gets a block in. Outswinging corner taken from the left by-line by Jean Beausejour.

65:37

Jean Beausejour sends in a cross, Zak Whitbread makes a clearance.

65:22

Emmerson Boyce produces a cross.

64:16

Victor Moses takes a outswinging corner from the right by-line played to the near post, Shaun Maloney takes a shot. Save made by John Ruddy. Outswinging corner taken by Victor Moses from the right by-line, Adam Drury makes a clearance.

63:25

The ball is swung over by Steve Morison, Antolin Alcaraz gets a block in.

63:14

A cross is delivered by Jean Beausejour, David Fox makes a clearance.

62:02

Emmerson Boyce crosses the ball, Antolin Alcaraz produces a header from inside the area that goes over the bar.

61:39

The ball is swung over by James McCarthy, Zak Whitbread makes a clearance.

60:27

The free kick is delivered left-footed by Jean Beausejour from right channel. Inswinging corner taken from the left by-line by Shaun Maloney, clearance by Elliott Ward.

60:27 Booking Booking Zak Whitbread goes into the referee's book.

60:20

Zak Whitbread challenges Hugo Rodallega unfairly and gives away a free kick.

59:54

Simeon Jackson takes a shot from 25 yards. Blocked by Gary Caldwell.

58:05

Elliott Ward takes the direct free kick.

58:05 Substitution Substitution Grant Holt goes off and Steve Morison comes on.

58:05

Shaun Maloney is penalised for a handball.

57:23

Maynor Figueroa has an effort at goal from a long way out that misses to the right of the goal.

56:53

A cross is delivered by Jean Beausejour.

54:53 Substitution Substitution Jordi Gomez leaves the field to be replaced by Shaun Maloney.

54:53 Booking Booking Booking for Wesley Hoolahan for unsporting behaviour.

53:38

Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Jordi Gomez by David Fox. Direct free kick taken by Jordi Gomez. Unfair challenge on Wesley Hoolahan by Maynor Figueroa results in a free kick. Direct free kick taken by Grant Holt.

50:56

Zak Whitbread sends in a cross, Ali Al Habsi makes a comfortable save.

47:15

James McCarthy takes a shot. Save by John Ruddy.

45:57

A cross is delivered by Adam Drury, Header by Grant Holt from deep inside the penalty area misses to the left of the target.

45:28

Victor Moses produces a cross.

45:01

The match restarts for the second half.

45:00 +2:11

The referee calls an end to the first half.

45:00 +1:53

The ball is delivered by James McArthur, clearance made by Elliott Ward.

45:00 +1:42

Jean Beausejour delivers the ball, Andrew Crofts gets a block in.

45:00 +1:05

Shot by Hugo Rodallega. Save made by John Ruddy.

45:00 +0:23

David Fox sends in a cross, clearance by Gary Caldwell.

45:00 +0:12

A cross is delivered by Grant Holt, Antolin Alcaraz makes a clearance.

44:17

Simeon Jackson takes a shot from just inside the penalty box which clears the crossbar.

43:27

James McCarthy fouled by Simeon Jackson, the ref awards a free kick. James McCarthy restarts play with the free kick.

42:58

Gary Caldwell restarts play with the free kick.

42:58 Booking Booking Grant Holt is cautioned by the ref for unsporting behaviour.

42:49

Free kick awarded for a foul by Grant Holt on Gary Caldwell.

42:07

Jordi Gomez produces a drilled left-footed shot from 25 yards. Save by John Ruddy. Hugo Rodallega takes a shot from inside the six-yard box clearing the crossbar.

40:43

Jordi Gomez has an effort at goal from outside the area missing to the wide right of the target.

39:30

Unfair challenge on Victor Moses by Adam Drury results in a free kick. Victor Moses takes the free kick.

39:15

Simeon Jackson delivers the ball, save made by Ali Al Habsi.

38:35

Unfair challenge on Wesley Hoolahan by Antolin Alcaraz results in a free kick. Wesley Hoolahan takes the direct free kick. Wesley Hoolahan takes a shot. Blocked by Gary Caldwell.

37:45

The ball is delivered by Kyle Naughton, Maynor Figueroa makes a clearance.

36:50

James McCarthy takes a shot. Zak Whitbread gets a block in.

36:26

The ball is swung over by Emmerson Boyce, Andrew Crofts gets a block in. Short corner taken by Jean Beausejour.

32:43

Grant Holt takes a shot. Antolin Alcaraz gets a block in.

31:03

The ball is crossed by Emmerson Boyce, save made by John Ruddy.

29:05

The ball is swung over by James McArthur.

27:17

Simeon Jackson gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Antolin Alcaraz. Antolin Alcaraz restarts play with the free kick.

26:01

Centre by Victor Moses, Hugo Rodallega takes a shot. John Ruddy makes a comfortable save.

25:32

The ball is sent over by Jean Beausejour.

20:38

Simeon Jackson has an effort at goal from outside the area which goes wide right of the goal.

19:40

A cross is delivered by Jean Beausejour, Adam Drury manages to make a clearance.

18:39

Zak Whitbread gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Jordi Gomez. Direct free kick taken by Antolin Alcaraz.

18:07

Victor Moses delivers the ball.

17:38

A cross is delivered by Jean Beausejour, Kyle Naughton gets a block in.

16:44

Jean Beausejour takes a shot. Save by John Ruddy. Wesley Hoolahan produces a cross. Effort on goal by Andrew Crofts from outside the area goes harmlessly over the bar.

15:37

The ball is sent over by Adam Drury.

15:16

The ball is crossed by Grant Holt.

14:09

Foul by Andrew Surman on James McArthur, free kick awarded. Free kick crossed left-footed by Jordi Gomez, comfortable save by John Ruddy.

12:43

Centre by Simeon Jackson, blocked by Gary Caldwell. Corner taken right-footed by David Fox, clearance made by Emmerson Boyce.

11:29

Free kick awarded for a foul by Gary Caldwell on Wesley Hoolahan. Free kick taken by David Fox.

9:37

Assist on the goal came from Simeon Jackson.

9:37 Goal scored Goal - Wesley Hoolahan - Norwich 1 - 0 Wigan Wesley Hoolahan scores a goal from close range to the top right corner of the goal. Norwich 1-0 Wigan.

9:34

Simeon Jackson delivers the ball,

4:46

Simeon Jackson sends in a cross, clearance by Gary Caldwell.

4:06

Grant Holt concedes a free kick for a foul on Gary Caldwell. Antolin Alcaraz takes the free kick.

3:35

A cross is delivered by Maynor Figueroa, Headed effort on goal by Hugo Rodallega from inside the penalty box misses to the right of the goal.

2:13

Maynor Figueroa delivers the ball.

0:00

The referee gets the game started.

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Derby will decide title - Mancini

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By Peter Shuttleworth BBC Sport Wales at the Liberty Stadium Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini says the Premier League title will be decided when his side face Manchester United with three games to go.

Mancini's side lost top spot to United following their shock defeat to Swansea and trail their neighbours by a point.

But City host United at Etihad Stadium on 30 April and Mancini believes that game will prove to be the decider.

"Today was not critical. I think this championship will be decided with three games to go," Mancini told BBC Sport.

While City were being beaten 1-0 by Swansea on Sunday, United leapfrogged above them thanks to a 2-0 victory against West Bromwich Albion , but Mancini says he is unconcerned about losing top spot now with only 10 games to go.

The Italian also says he is confident that City can still win their first title in 44 years.

"We should fight against them until the end," added Mancini. "We have another 10 games to finish this championship.

"The season is long and every week the situation could change.

"Now it is important we are very comfortable together. It is better to stay at the top but, now we are behind, it doesn't change our target.

Brendan Rodgers savours 'wonderful day' for Swansea

"I'm still confident about winning the Premier League. We were top for months but it just so happens that we are second with 10 games to play. It is important that we are there around the top.

"We know United have gone top, like we were, but now we should be more strong and it is a test for our players. It has been a difficult last four days for me but football is like this.

"The season is long and what happened today can happen also to United."

Mancini believes his side deserved something out of Sunday's game, adding: "We missed three or four chances on the counter attack.

"This is the problem at the moment and we conceded a stupid goal.

"I don't think we deserved to lose this game. Swansea played well in the first 30 minutes but in the second half we had control of the game."

The City boss also dismissed suggestions of a rift with England midfielder Gareth Barry, who exchanged angry words with assistant manager David Platt as he left the field after being replaced.

"Gareth has had a problem for three weeks," said Mancini. "Gareth has a problem, I don't know where. It is a small injury.

"They had a lot of possession in the opening 30 minutes and we needed another striker to press high, not because Barry played badly.

When asked about Barry looking unhappy at being taken off, Mancini replied: "This is normal.

"I decide this. I'm the manager."

Asked about reports that striker Mario Balotelli and midfielder Yaya Toure had a bust-up in the tunnel at half-time, Mancini replied: "I don't know."

As for his latest update on Carlos Tevez, Mancini feels that the Argentine striker is still 10 days away from being fit enough to play for the first team.

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Middlesbrough 0-2 Leeds

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90:00 +7:22

The referee brings the game to a close.

90:00 +6:09

Adam Hammill has an effort at goal from 25 yards. Andy Lonergan makes a fantastic save. Close range shot by Seb Hines misses to the left of the target.

90:00 +5:18

Unfair challenge on Justin Hoyte by Danny Webber results in a free kick. Adam Hammill restarts play with the free kick.

90:00 +5:01 Substitution Substitution Danny Pugh on for Adam Clayton.

90:00 +3:23

Jason Steele takes the direct free kick.

90:00 +3:23 Substitution Substitution Mikael Forssell is brought on as a substitute for Luciano Becchio.

90:00 +3:23

Robert Snodgrass concedes a free kick for a foul on Bart Ogbeche.

90:00 +1:19

Corner taken by Adam Hammill.

90:00 +1:13

The ball is delivered by Adam Hammill, clearance made by Darren O'Dea.

90:00 +0:34

Robert Snodgrass challenges Adam Hammill unfairly and gives away a free kick. Nicky Bailey restarts play with the free kick.

89:55

Robert Snodgrass fouled by Adam Hammill, the ref awards a free kick. Robert Snodgrass takes the free kick.

89:21

Short corner taken by Robert Snodgrass from the left by-line.

85:44

Direct free kick taken by Joe Bennett.

85:44 Dismissal Dismissal Barry Robson sent from the field by the ref for violent conduct.

87:36

Adam Hammill gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Adam Clayton. Free kick taken by Andy Lonergan.

86:53 Substitution Substitution Ross McCormack goes off and Danny Webber comes on.

85:44

Free kick taken by Joe Bennett.

85:44 Dismissal Dismissal The referee red cards Barry Robson for serious foul play.

85:30 Booking Booking Adam Clayton is cautioned.

85:01

Adam Clayton gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Barry Robson.

84:17

Short corner taken by Robert Snodgrass from the left by-line.

83:51

Effort on goal by Ross McCormack from 18 yards. Save made by Jason Steele.

82:56

Bart Ogbeche takes a shot. Save by Andy Lonergan.

82:34

The ball is crossed by Bart Ogbeche, save made by Andy Lonergan.

81:49

Michael Brown challenges Marvin Emnes unfairly and gives away a free kick. Direct free kick taken by Barry Robson.

81:16

Adam Hammill produces a left-footed shot from just outside the box that misses to the right of the net.

80:20

The ball is delivered by Marvin Emnes, Close range headed effort by Curtis Main goes wide of the left-hand post.

79:52

The ball is crossed by Adam Hammill, blocked by Paul Connolly.

75:20

Jason Steele takes the free kick.

75:20 Substitution Substitution Bart Ogbeche joins the action as a substitute, replacing Kevin Thomson.

75:20

Kevin Thomson fouled by Adam Clayton, the ref awards a free kick.

75:07

Shot by Adam Clayton. Matthew Bates gets a block in.

74:35

Inswinging corner taken left-footed by Robert Snodgrass played to the near post, clearance by Matthew Bates.

74:31

The ball is delivered by Aidan White, clearance by Joe Bennett.

74:17

Robert Snodgrass produces a cross.

73:42

The ball is crossed by Adam Hammill, clearance made by Darren O'Dea.

73:18

The ball is sent over by Barry Robson, clearance made by Robert Snodgrass.

73:04

The ball is swung over by Justin Hoyte, Tom Lees makes a clearance.

72:45

Kevin Thomson restarts play with the free kick.

72:45 Booking Booking Paul Connolly goes into the referee's book for unsporting behaviour.

72:40

Paul Connolly gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Adam Hammill.

71:58

Nicky Bailey has an effort at goal from just outside the box which goes wide of the right-hand upright.

71:50

Joe Bennett sends in a cross, clearance made by Adam Clayton.

71:29

The ball is crossed by Aidan White.

70:16

Adam Hammill crosses the ball.

69:42

The referee blows for offside. Matthew Bates takes the indirect free kick.

68:50

Kevin Thomson challenges Robert Snodgrass unfairly and gives away a free kick. Paul Robinson takes the direct free kick.

67:39

Effort from outside the area by Adam Clayton goes wide right of the goal.

65:54

Ross McCormack is flagged offside by the assistant referee. Free kick taken by Jason Steele.

64:11

Unfair challenge on Matthew Bates by Luciano Becchio results in a free kick. Joe Bennett takes the direct free kick.

63:45

Barry Robson crosses the ball.

62:22 Substitution Substitution Kevin Thomson replaces Lukas Jutkiewicz.

62:04 Substitution Substitution Curtis Main on for Rhys Williams.

61:23

Robert Snodgrass produces a header from inside the area that goes over the bar.

60:06

Inswinging corner taken from the left by-line by Ross McCormack, Nicky Bailey makes a clearance.

59:53

Shot by Adam Clayton. Seb Hines gets a block in.

56:33

Free kick awarded for a foul by Adam Clayton on Barry Robson. Direct strike on goal from the free kick comes in from Adam Hammill, blocked by Tom Lees.

56:00

Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Adam Hammill by Michael Brown. Free kick taken by Joe Bennett.

54:46

Rhys Williams gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Aidan White. Tom Lees takes the free kick.

52:22

Headed effort from close range by Rhys Williams goes wide left of the target.

51:50

Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Lukas Jutkiewicz by Darren O'Dea. Barry Robson takes the free kick.

50:09

Adam Hammill sends in a cross, clearance made by Tom Lees.

49:13

Robert Snodgrass produces a left-footed shot from outside the box and misses left.

48:25

Inswinging corner taken by Barry Robson from the right by-line, comfortable save by Andy Lonergan.

45:01

The game restarts for the second half.

45:00 +4:54

The ref blows to end the first period.

45:00 +4:31

Corner taken by Ross McCormack, clearance made by Matthew Bates.

45:00 +3:43

Seb Hines concedes a free kick for a foul on Luciano Becchio. Ross McCormack produces a shot on goal direct from the free kick, clearance made by Matthew Bates.

45:00 +2:08

The official flags Lukas Jutkiewicz offside. Andy Lonergan takes the free kick.

45:00 +1:33

Joe Bennett produces a cross, clearance made by Darren O'Dea.

44:12

Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Robert Snodgrass by Barry Robson. Direct free kick taken by Paul Robinson.

43:09

Free kick awarded for a foul by Lukas Jutkiewicz on Paul Robinson. Free kick taken by Robert Snodgrass.

40:35

Shot from outside the box by Ross McCormack misses to the left of the goal.

39:33

Headed effort from deep inside the penalty area by Matthew Bates misses to the left of the goal.

39:01

Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Lukas Jutkiewicz by Darren O'Dea. Direct free kick taken by Barry Robson.

38:37

Aidan White takes a shot from just inside the penalty box which clears the crossbar.

37:57

Unfair challenge on Ross McCormack by Joe Bennett results in a free kick. Paul Robinson takes the free kick.

37:45

Corner taken right-footed by Adam Hammill, clearance made by Paul Robinson.

37:10

Effort from 20 yards by Adam Hammill. Blocked by Michael Brown.

36:26

Luciano Becchio is caught offside. Matthew Bates takes the free kick.

35:13

Shot on goal by Luciano Becchio from just inside the area goes over the target.

34:23

Joe Bennett gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Aidan White. Paul Connolly restarts play with the free kick.

33:41

Corner taken left-footed by Barry Robson from the right by-line to the near post, clearance by Paul Robinson.

33:29

Shot by Barry Robson. Brilliant save by Andy Lonergan.

30:01

A cross is delivered by Barry Robson, blocked by Paul Robinson.

29:46

The ball is swung over by Marvin Emnes, Tom Lees makes a clearance.

28:54

Free kick awarded for a foul by Luciano Becchio on Matthew Bates. Direct free kick taken by Jason Steele.

28:00

Joe Bennett challenges Luciano Becchio unfairly and gives away a free kick. Ross McCormack takes the direct free kick.

26:58

Assist on the goal came from Ross McCormack.

26:58 Goal scored Goal - Luciano Becchio - Middlesbro 0 - 2 Leeds Luciano Becchio fires in a goal from inside the six-yard box to the bottom right corner of the goal. Middlesbrough 0-2 Leeds.

26:55

Ross McCormack produces a cross,

25:27

Effort from 20 yards by Barry Robson. Adam Hammill gets a block in.

24:11

Foul by Darren O'Dea on Lukas Jutkiewicz, free kick awarded. The free kick is swung in left-footed by Barry Robson, Tom Lees manages to make a clearance.

22:37

The official flags Luciano Becchio offside. Seb Hines takes the indirect free kick.

22:24

Justin Hoyte sends in a cross, Paul Robinson gets a block in.

21:21

The ball is delivered by Adam Hammill, save by Andy Lonergan.

20:40

The referee blows for offside. Jason Steele restarts play with the free kick.

17:53

Assist by Aidan White.

17:53 Goal scored Goal - Robert Snodgrass - Middlesbro 0 - 1 Leeds Robert Snodgrass scores a goal from just outside the area to the bottom right corner of the goal. Middlesbrough 0-1 Leeds.

17:08

Ross McCormack sends in a cross, comfortable save by Jason Steele.

15:17

Shot from just outside the area by Marvin Emnes goes over the bar.

14:57

Robert Snodgrass challenges Barry Robson unfairly and gives away a free kick. Direct free kick taken by Nicky Bailey.

14:17

Foul by Adam Clayton on Rhys Williams, free kick awarded. Jason Steele restarts play with the free kick.

10:45

Effort on goal by Nicky Bailey from 35 yards went harmlessly over the net.

9:38

Handball decision goes against Luciano Becchio. Jason Steele takes the free kick.

9:17

Ross McCormack crosses the ball.

8:06

Ross McCormack produces a right-footed shot from just outside the box that misses to the right of the target.

6:55

Luciano Becchio gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Seb Hines. Seb Hines restarts play with the free kick.

4:23

Rhys Williams challenges Luciano Becchio unfairly and gives away a free kick. Direct effort from the free kick comes in from Robert Snodgrass.

4:23

Rhys Williams concedes a free kick for a foul on Luciano Becchio. Strike comes in from Robert Snodgrass from the free kick.

2:31

Shot by Adam Clayton. Blocked by Matthew Bates.

2:19

Robert Snodgrass delivers the ball.

0:34

The referee penalises Barry Robson for handball. Andy Lonergan takes the free kick.

0:25

Joe Bennett sends in a cross.

0:00

The match begins.

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We will hold our nerve - Ferguson

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Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson insists his side will hold their nerve in the title race after going top of the Premier League.

United's 2-0 home victory over West Bromwich Albion saw them move a point clear of rivals Manchester City, who suffered a shock 1-0 defeat at Swansea.

And Ferguson says their championship-winning experience will count as they look to claim their 20th league title.

"We won't get nervous. We have the experience," Ferguson told BBC Sport.

With 10 games to go, United are now favourites to retain their title, victory having taken them top of the Premier League for the first time since 15 October. And Ferguson says he does not mind being the team to catch.

"I hope it is a significant day," he said. "I don't mind being top of the league at this stage.

"I think we've clawed it back from seven points behind to one point ahead.

"We've turned it around and credit to the players for that. They have shown great resilience and determination.

"We had a period of injuries but we have come through that now. We will keep on playing. It is good to see that type of temperament."

United's victory came courtesy of two goals from Wayne Rooney, who now has 26 for the season, including 15 in his last 14 games, an ominous sign for United's rivals.

But, despite going top, Rooney sounded a word of warning to his United team-mates.

"It's a great win," Rooney told BBC Sport. "But there are 10 games left, a lot can happen and we have to keep our form.

"We are plugging away. We have to keep going and keep picking up the points to get over the line.

"We know what we have to do and hopefully it will be enough. We are in a good position now and hopefully we can maintain our lead."

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Man City win 'massive' says Allen

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Midfielder Joe Allen believes Swansea City's 1-0 win over Manchester City is a sign of how far the club have developed this season.

Luke Moore's late header secured victory for Swansea to knock Manchester City off the top of the Premier League.

The Swans had lost 4-0 away to City in their opening game but Allen believes the side has come a long way since then.

"It's almost like looking at a different team now," said Allen.

"Maybe we've surprised Man City and we're just thrilled to have beaten a team that was occupying the top place in the table.

"It's a massive marker for how far we've come, how far we've improved individually and collectively as a team.

"I think every single person stepped up to the demands of the Premier League and we're moving in the right direction."

Brendan Rodgers savours 'wonderful day' for Swansea

Allen said the victory over Roberto Mancini's side would rank among his career highlights and a memorable day in the club's history.

"I think it's possibly one of the biggest results the club has ever had," said the international. "[It was] an incredible day for the players and for the club.

"If you compare financially where the clubs stand, that's one of the reasons [the] result is so pleasing.

"Before the game our record was pretty decent against the top teams so we said there was no reason we can't go out there and perform.

"Not many people probably would have thought that meant three points but we worked extremely hard.

"It's a massive day for the club and for the history of the club I think."

Allen said substitute Moore, whose 83rd minute header secured victory, was a worthy match winner.

Mancini confident of regaining top spot

The former Aston Villa and West Bromwich Albion player has been restricted to appearances from the bench this season but scored his third goal of the campaign.

"He's come on, especially in recent times, and done fantastically well for us," added Allen.

"He hasn't played probably as much as he would have hoped throughout the season.

"But he's a really important player for us and I think every single player in this dressing room will agree that he deserved that goal."

Goalscorer Moore believes the Swans are capable of finishing their debut Premier League season on a high with 10 games remaining.

"We're in a nice position because we can possibly kick on," said Moore.

"Each game is hard, we've got Fulham next week and they've got some great players. We just take each game as it comes and try and kick on.

"We can only play one way and we always stick to our principles and that's passing the ball.

"We've got a great team camaraderie so we all stick together. It's good for the group as a collective."

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Officials cost us game - Hughes

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Queens Park Rangers manager Mark Hughes says match officials are not doing their jobs following his side's 2-1 defeat by Bolton.

The referee failed to award QPR a goal at 0-0, despite television replays showing Clint Hill's header clearly crossing the line.

Hughes said: "We have to demand that their performances are better. The referee was let down by his assistant.

"Clearly the ball was over the line. The linesman is there to see that."

Hughes added: "That is what his job is. We can't have key moments in games being officiated in the way they are at the moment.

"The official should do their job, looking down their line. The linesman's job is to check for that. No excuse, because it wasn't a close decision."

The Football Association issued a statement before the game had ended, calling for goal-line technology to be introduced "as soon as possible".

Hughes said: "Laughably the FA have come out almost immediately and said they're in favour of goal-line [technology].

"What we're finding is that key moments and key decisions in games are going against us. We just need officials to give us a fair crack of the whip.

"You have to understand the significance of scoring first. We were the away side and we would have gone on from that point."

The FA statement read: "The FA would like to reiterate our strong desire to see goal-line technology introduced as soon as possible.

"The FA has been a leading proponent of goal-line technology for many years. We will continue to press for its introduction once further independent testing is complete later this year, so that anyone wishing to introduce the technology is able to do so at the earliest possible opportunity."

It comes a week after the introduction of goal-line technology moved closer to implementation  when the latest tests were considered at the annual general meeting of the International Football Association Board (IFAB).

IFAB, which sees the four home nations and Fifa come together to discuss the laws of the game, recommended that two versions of goal-line technology be put forward for further trials.

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O'Hara in confrontation with fans

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Wolves midfielder Jamie O'Hara was involved in a verbal confrontation with supporters after their 2-0 defeat by Blackburn in the Premier League.

A source told BBC Sport that O'Hara was surrounded by protesting fans at around 1800 GMT and "told them to go away", leading to a further exchange of words.

O'Hara was with his partner, model Danielle Lloyd, and children at the time of the incident.

The club are yet to decide whether to begin an investigation.

The incident occurred when O'Hara came out of the ground with his family and passed by a group of supporters. The midfielder was carrying one of his young sons at the time.

After the initial exchange, the Wolves player and his family moved away and went towards their car.

Jamie O'Hara, 25, and his model partner Danielle Lloyd, 28, have two children who are both aged under two, Archie and Harry

As they were getting into their car, further words were exchanged before he eventually drove away. O'Hara texted the club shortly afterwards to inform them of what happened.

O'Hara's partner was "upset" and "disgusted" by the incident. Her husband played the full 90 minutes during a game in which there were protests against chairman Steve Morgan and chief executive Jez Moxey.

Wolves manager Terry Connor says the demonstrations are hurting everyone at the club. Some fans expressed their unhappiness before kick-off and unfurled banners against the board who decided to dismiss Mick McCarthy.

There were further protests after the game with Morgan eventually going to speak to those involved.

"If there is a protest going on, it is against all of us," Connor said. "It is not easy to ignore, but we are all employees of the football club.

"Players, staff, everyone concerned. We are all in it together."

Cutting edge the difference - Connor

Blackburn forward Junior Hoilett's double left Wolves 19th in the table, with one win in their last 14 Premier League games, and some supporters are angry at the handling of Connor's appointment.

Steve Bruce, Alan Curbishley and Reading boss Brian McDermott were all considered for the post before former assistant Connor was given the job until the end of the season.

And he remains confident that his side can stay up.

He said: "I understand the supporters' frustrations, they want us to win our games but it's not always possible.

"They must keep coming and supporting, and we'll keep trying 100% until the last game of the season."

In contrast to the situation at Wolves, Blackburn Rovers manager Steve Kean believes he has finally won over the club's fans after climbing out of the relegation zone.

Kean, 44, has been the subject of sustained protests all season but praised the 1,400 Rovers fans who made the trip to Molineux. "For everybody involved it's been tough but the results are coming," commented the Scot.

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Bolton 2-1 QPR

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90:00 +0:20

Effort on goal by Taye Taiwo from 18 yards. Tim Ream gets a block in.

90:00 +4:43

Foul by Chris Eagles on Anton Ferdinand, free kick awarded. Patrick Kenny restarts play with the free kick.

90:00 +4:14

The game is over, as the referee blows his whistle.

90:00 +2:28

Unfair challenge on Djibril Cisse by Fabrice Muamba results in a free kick. Free kick crossed right-footed by Akos Buzsaky from left channel.

90:00 +0:20

Armand Traore takes a shot from 18 yards. Blocked by Tim Ream.

88:33

Samuel Ricketts takes the direct free kick.

88:33 Substitution Substitution David Ngog leaves the field to be replaced by Fabrice Muamba.

88:33

Samba Diakite gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Chris Eagles.

87:54

Corner from the right by-line taken by Akos Buzsaky, Ivan Klasnic manages to make a clearance.

85:44

Assist on the goal came from Ryo Miyaichi.

85:44 Goal scored Goal - Ivan Klasnic - Bolton 2 - 1 QPR Ivan Klasnic scores a goal from deep inside the penalty box to the bottom right corner of the goal. Bolton 2-1 QPR.

84:12

Shot by Chris Eagles. Anton Ferdinand gets a block in.

83:48

Samba Diakite challenges Chris Eagles unfairly and gives away a free kick. Nigel Reo-Coker takes the free kick.

83:03

The ball is swung over by Ryo Miyaichi, David Wheater produces a header from inside the area that goes over the bar.

83:03 Booking Booking Booking for Samba Diakite for unsporting behaviour.

82:48

Ryo Miyaichi fouled by Samba Diakite, the ref awards a free kick.

80:57

Jamie Mackie has a drilled shot. Save by Adam Bogdan.

80:30

Effort on goal by Samba Diakite from 12 yards. Tim Ream gets a block in. Samba Diakite takes a shot. Blocked by Tim Ream.

79:00 Substitution Substitution (QPR) makes a substitution, with Taye Taiwo coming on for Armand Traore.

78:59 Substitution Substitution Darren Pratley leaves the field to be replaced by Ivan Klasnic.

78:59 Substitution Substitution Jamie Mackie comes on in place of Shaun Wright-Phillips.

78:59 Substitution Substitution Shaun Derry goes off and Akos Buzsaky comes on.

78:41

Effort on goal by Djibril Cisse from deep inside the penalty area misses to the right of the goal.

77:22

Darren Pratley concedes a Penalty for a foul on Shaun Wright-Phillips. Anton Ferdinand takes the free kick.

76:43

Shot by Shaun Derry from 25 yards. Blocked by Tim Ream.

75:45

Unfair challenge on Nedum Onuoha by Darren Pratley results in a free kick. Bobby Zamora shoots direct from the free kick.

74:10

Inswinging corner taken by Chris Eagles from the left by-line.

73:46

Ryo Miyaichi decides to take a short corner.

71:51

Free kick awarded for a foul by Shaun Derry on Samuel Ricketts. Strike comes in from Chris Eagles from the free kick.

71:37

Samba Diakite concedes a free kick for a foul on David Ngog. Free kick taken by Nigel Reo-Coker.

71:10

The ball is swung over by Djibril Cisse.

70:18 Substitution Substitution Martin Petrov leaves the field to be replaced by Chris Eagles.

69:56

Joey Barton produces a right-footed shot from just outside the box that misses to the right of the net.

68:14

Inswinging corner taken by Joey Barton, Adam Bogdan makes a comfortable save.

67:34

Corner taken by Joey Barton from the right by-line to the near post, Darren Pratley manages to make a clearance.

64:06

Outswinging corner taken by Joey Barton from the right by-line, clearance made by David Wheater.

63:11

Outswinging corner taken by Ryo Miyaichi from the right by-line, Effort on goal by David Wheater from just inside the penalty area goes harmlessly over the target.

60:23

Free kick crossed right-footed by Ryo Miyaichi, Armand Traore makes a clearance.

60:23 Booking Booking The referee shows Nedum Onuoha a yellow card for unsporting behaviour.

60:17

Nedum Onuoha gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Martin Petrov.

59:13

Shot from just outside the box by Samuel Ricketts goes over the bar.

58:39

Djibril Cisse takes a shot. Comfortable save by Adam Bogdan.

57:50

Nedum Onuoha fouled by Darren Pratley, the ref awards a free kick. Anton Ferdinand takes the free kick.

55:19

Martin Petrov crosses the ball, clearance made by Armand Traore.

50:33

Unfair challenge on Mark Davies by Shaun Wright-Phillips results in a free kick. Gretar Rafn Steinsson restarts play with the free kick.

49:34

Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Nigel Reo-Coker by Samba Diakite. Free kick taken by Gretar Rafn Steinsson.

49:18

Foul by Mark Davies on Samba Diakite, free kick awarded. Direct free kick taken by Anton Ferdinand.

48:39

Joey Barton challenges Samuel Ricketts unfairly and gives away a free kick. Direct free kick taken by Martin Petrov.

47:04

Shaun Wright-Phillips provided the assist for the goal.

47:04 Goal scored Goal - Djibril Cisse - Bolton 1 - 1 QPR Djibril Cisse grabs a goal from just inside the penalty area to the bottom right corner of the goal. Bolton 1-1 QPR.

45:01

The second half has started.

20:05

Corner taken by Ryo Miyaichi from the right by-line played to the near post.

45:00 +2:22

The ref blows to end the first period.

45:00 +0:47

Free kick awarded for a foul by Darren Pratley on Samba Diakite. Direct free kick taken by Samba Diakite.

45:00 +0:23

Djibril Cisse produces a right-footed shot from just outside the area that goes harmlessly over the bar.

45:00 +0:01

Nedum Onuoha has an effort at goal from 12 yards. Brilliant save by Adam Bogdan.

37:37

Shaun Wright-Phillips has an effort at goal from just inside the box that misses to the right of the target.

36:12

The assist for the goal came from Tim Ream.

36:12 Goal scored Goal - Darren Pratley - Bolton 1 - 0 QPR Darren Pratley finds the back of the net with a headed goal from inside the six-yard box. Bolton 1-0 QPR.

36:12

Tim Ream crosses the ball,

35:13

Darren Pratley fouled by Clint Hill, the ref awards a free kick. Ryo Miyaichi restarts play with the free kick.

34:16

Foul by Mark Davies on Samba Diakite, free kick awarded. Direct free kick taken by Samba Diakite.

32:27

Foul by Clint Hill on David Ngog, free kick awarded. Free kick crossed left-footed by Martin Petrov, Armand Traore makes a clearance.

29:59

Free kick taken by Samba Diakite.

29:59 Booking Booking David Wheater receives a yellow card for unsporting behaviour.

29:53

Free kick awarded for a foul by David Wheater on Djibril Cisse.

26:59

Outswinging corner taken by Martin Petrov from the left by-line, Gretar Rafn Steinsson takes a shot. Save by Patrick Kenny.

26:44

Shot by Darren Pratley. Blocked by Clint Hill.

24:58

Centre by Gretar Rafn Steinsson.

23:22

Outswinging corner taken right-footed by Ryo Miyaichi played to the near post, Clint Hill makes a clearance.

22:37

Shaun Wright-Phillips produces a right-footed shot from the edge of the box and misses to the left of the goal.

22:00

Patrick Kenny takes the free kick.

22:00 Booking Booking Booking for Darren Pratley for unsporting behaviour.

21:56

Darren Pratley gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Samba Diakite.

18:17

Inswinging corner taken by Joey Barton, Clint Hill takes a shot. Save made by Adam Bogdan.

21:00

David Wheater gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Clint Hill. Direct free kick taken by Patrick Kenny.

17:00

Left-footed shot by Bobby Zamora.

20:05

Outswinging corner taken left-footed by Martin Petrov played to the near post.

18:17

Corner taken by Joey Barton, Clint Hill takes a shot. Adam Bogdan makes a brilliant save.

17:25

David Ngog challenges Shaun Wright-Phillips unfairly and gives away a free kick. The free kick is swung in right-footed by Joey Barton, clearance made by Darren Pratley.

17:00

Djibril Cisse has an effort at goal from 12 yards.

14:27

Corner taken by Joey Barton from the right by-line, Nigel Reo-Coker manages to make a clearance.

14:18

Joey Barton has a drilled shot. Blocked by Darren Pratley.

13:33

Corner taken right-footed by Ryo Miyaichi from the right by-line, Joey Barton makes a clearance.

13:01

Corner taken right-footed by Ryo Miyaichi from the right by-line, David Wheater takes a shot. Clearance by Bobby Zamora.

12:54

A cross is delivered by Ryo Miyaichi, clearance by Anton Ferdinand.

11:59

Djibril Cisse delivers the ball.

11:28

Free kick awarded for a foul by Gretar Rafn Steinsson on Shaun Wright-Phillips. Direct free kick taken by Nedum Onuoha.

9:12

David Ngog produces a right-footed shot from the edge of the area and misses to the left of the target.

7:39

Foul by Samba Diakite on Ryo Miyaichi, free kick awarded. Martin Petrov crosses the ball in from the free kick, clearance made by Joey Barton.

7:10

The ball is sent over by Martin Petrov, Anton Ferdinand makes a clearance.

7:03

Centre by Darren Pratley.

5:20

Gretar Rafn Steinsson produces a cross, Armand Traore gets a block in.

3:11

The assistant referee flags for offside against David Ngog. Free kick taken by Patrick Kenny.

1:47

Martin Petrov takes the outswinging corner, clearance by Nedum Onuoha.

1:16

Corner taken by Martin Petrov, Nedum Onuoha makes a clearance.

0:22

Unfair challenge on David Ngog by Bobby Zamora results in a free kick. Adam Bogdan takes the direct free kick.

0:00

The game gets underway.

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Everton 1-0 Tottenham

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90:00 +5:40

The game is over, as the referee blows his whistle.

90:00 +4:51

Kyle Walker fouled by Denis Stracqualursi, the ref awards a free kick. Brad Friedel takes the direct free kick.

90:00 +4:18 Booking Booking Tim Howard is given a yellow card.

90:00 +3:34

Jermain Defoe produces a left-footed shot from just outside the area that goes harmlessly over the bar.

90:00 +2:32

Short corner taken by Luka Modric from the right by-line, Shot by Louis Saha from inside the penalty area hits the post.

90:00 +2:16

Effort from 18 yards by Rafael Van der Vaart. Blocked by Phil Jagielka.

88:50

Leon Osman gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Gareth Bale. Free kick taken by Brad Friedel.

88:21

Free kick awarded for a foul by Ledley King on Denis Stracqualursi. Marouane Fellaini restarts play with the free kick.

86:55

Outswinging corner taken from the right by-line by Luka Modric, clearance made by Marouane Fellaini. Free kick awarded for a foul by Younes Kaboul on Johnny Heitinga. Tim Howard restarts play with the free kick.

86:38

Luka Modric takes a shot. Blocked by Sylvain Distin.

85:34 Substitution Substitution Jake Livermore comes on in place of Scott Parker.

85:34

Outswinging corner taken by Luka Modric from the right by-line.

83:45

Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Tim Cahill by Younes Kaboul. Tim Howard takes the direct free kick.

82:26

Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Leighton Baines by Louis Saha. Free kick taken by Tim Howard.

81:25 Substitution Substitution Phil Jagielka is brought on as a substitute for Seamus Coleman.

79:20

The ball is crossed by Gareth Bale, Close range headed effort by Ledley King misses to the right of the goal.

79:20 Booking Booking Johnny Heitinga is cautioned.

79:11

Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Jermain Defoe by Johnny Heitinga.

67:25

Jermain Defoe has shot on goal from just outside the penalty box which goes wide of the right-hand upright.

77:03 Substitution Substitution Nikica Jelavic goes off and Denis Stracqualursi comes on.

77:03

Jack Rodwell concedes a free kick for a foul on Jermain Defoe. Direct free kick taken by Rafael Van der Vaart.

75:51

The referee blows for offside. Tim Howard takes the free kick.

73:37

Phil Neville concedes a free kick for a foul on Scott Parker. The free kick is swung in left-footed by Rafael Van der Vaart, Sylvain Distin makes a clearance.

19:17

Leighton Baines takes a shot. Younes Kaboul gets a block in.

70:10

The offside flag is raised against Jack Rodwell. Brad Friedel takes the indirect free kick.

69:51

Leon Osman takes a shot. Save by Brad Friedel.

69:12

Louis Saha takes a shot. Blocked by Sylvain Distin.

67:57 Substitution Substitution Raniere Sandro goes off and Rafael Van der Vaart comes on.

69:12

Louis Saha takes a shot. Sylvain Distin gets a block in.

67:25

Jermain Defoe takes a shot. Tim Howard makes a save.

66:16

Free kick awarded for a foul by Tim Cahill on Ledley King. Free kick taken by Ledley King.

65:49

The referee blows for offside against Louis Saha. Tim Howard takes the indirect free kick.

64:18 Substitution Substitution Jack Rodwell comes on in place of Royston Drenthe.

62:01

Raniere Sandro fouled by Seamus Coleman, the ref awards a free kick. Direct effort from the free kick comes in from Younes Kaboul.

60:45 Booking Booking Jermain Defoe booked.

60:41

Foul by Jermain Defoe on Johnny Heitinga, free kick awarded. Johnny Heitinga takes the direct free kick.

59:27

Free kick crossed by Royston Drenthe, Raniere Sandro manages to make a clearance.

59:27 Booking Booking Benoit Assou-Ekotto receives a yellow card.

59:13

Free kick awarded for a foul by Benoit Assou-Ekotto on Royston Drenthe.

58:03

Jermain Defoe takes a shot. Johnny Heitinga gets a block in. Inswinging corner taken by Gareth Bale from the right by-line.

57:12

The referee blows for offside against Royston Drenthe. Brad Friedel takes the free kick.

56:23

Effort on goal by Luka Modric from just inside the box goes harmlessly over the target.

54:56

Corner taken by Luka Modric from the left by-line, Raniere Sandro has a headed effort at goal from deep inside the area missing to the right of the goal.

53:37 Substitution Substitution Louis Saha is brought on as a substitute for Emmanuel Adebayor.

52:15

Jermain Defoe takes a shot. Tim Howard makes a save.

50:17

Effort on goal by Jermain Defoe from just inside the box goes harmlessly over the target.

48:49

Emmanuel Adebayor gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Johnny Heitinga. Tim Howard takes the free kick.

48:00

Luka Modric takes a shot. Sylvain Distin gets a block in.

45:30

Jermain Defoe takes a shot. Save by Tim Howard. Gareth Bale takes a outswinging corner from the right by-line to the near post, Younes Kaboul takes a shot.

45:01

The referee starts the second half.

45:00 +1:08

The referee blows for half time.

41:18

Luka Modric takes a outswinging corner to the near post, save made by Tim Howard.

40:22

Foul by Johnny Heitinga on Jermain Defoe, free kick awarded. Gareth Bale crosses the ball in from the free kick, Leighton Baines gets a block in.

39:45

Free kick awarded for a foul by Tim Cahill on Scott Parker. Benoit Assou-Ekotto takes the free kick.

38:22

Gareth Bale takes a shot. Save by Tim Howard.

29:40

Emmanuel Adebayor takes a shot. Blocked by Johnny Heitinga.

35:33

Handball decision goes against Royston Drenthe. Direct free kick taken by Benoit Assou-Ekotto.

32:31

Raniere Sandro challenges Seamus Coleman unfairly and gives away a free kick. Nikica Jelavic fires a strike on goal direct from the free kick, save made by Brad Friedel.

31:58

Shot by Luka Modric. Save by Tim Howard.

29:40

Emmanuel Adebayor takes a shot.

27:54

Tim Cahill concedes a free kick for a foul on Scott Parker. Gareth Bale has an effort direct from the free kick.

26:49

Nikica Jelavic challenges Raniere Sandro unfairly and gives away a free kick. Free kick taken by Brad Friedel.

26:11

Shot from 35 yards by Gareth Bale went wide of the right-hand upright.

26:11

Leighton Baines has an effort at goal and missed to the right of the target.

24:38

Royston Drenthe takes a shot. Brad Friedel makes a save.

21:35

Assist on the goal came from Leon Osman.

21:35 Goal scored Goal - Nikica Jelavic - Everton 1 - 0 Tottenham Nikica Jelavic scores a goal from inside the penalty box to the bottom right corner of the goal. Everton 1-0 Tottenham.

20:22

Marouane Fellaini takes a shot. Brad Friedel makes a save.

19:57

Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Tim Cahill by Raniere Sandro. Free kick taken by Leighton Baines.

20:22

Marouane Fellaini takes a shot. Save by Brad Friedel.

19:17

Leighton Baines takes a shot. Blocked by Younes Kaboul.

18:35

Benoit Assou-Ekotto gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Royston Drenthe. Royston Drenthe delivers the ball from the free kick left-footed from right wing, Gareth Bale makes a clearance.

16:59

Jermain Defoe has an effort at goal from deep inside the area missing to the left of the target.

16:17

Seamus Coleman takes a shot. Scott Parker gets a block in.

14:07

Tim Cahill concedes a free kick for a foul on Benoit Assou-Ekotto. Direct free kick taken by Benoit Assou-Ekotto.

10:13

Jermain Defoe concedes a free kick for a foul on Johnny Heitinga. Free kick taken by Johnny Heitinga.

9:17

Leighton Baines is flagged offside by the assistant referee. Indirect free kick taken by Brad Friedel.

5:32

Unfair challenge on Luka Modric by Leon Osman results in a free kick. Luka Modric restarts play with the free kick.

4:32

Seamus Coleman produces a right-footed shot from just outside the penalty box that misses to the left of the goal.

2:48

Gareth Bale takes a inswinging corner to the near post, Tim Cahill makes a clearance.

2:38

Gareth Bale produces a cross, clearance made by Sylvain Distin.

0:00

The game gets underway.

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Wolves 0-2 Blackburn

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90:00 +3:16

The referee ends the match.

90:00 +2:30

Sylvan Ebanks-Blake takes a shot. Blocked by Scott Dann. Matthew Jarvis takes a shot. Blocked by Grant Hanley.

90:00 +2:18

Jamie O'Hara sends in a cross, clearance by Scott Dann.

90:00 +1:31

Sylvan Ebanks-Blake delivers the ball, Scott Dann makes a clearance.

90:00 +0:33

Steven Fletcher is ruled offside. Paul Robinson restarts play with the free kick.

89:26

Michael Kightly is ruled offside. Paul Robinson takes the indirect free kick.

89:21

The ball is sent over by Michael Kightly, Grant Hanley makes a clearance.

87:34

Unfair challenge on Martin Olsson by Nenad Milijas results in a free kick. Paul Robinson restarts play with the free kick.

86:55

The ball is crossed by Matthew Jarvis, Steven Fletcher takes a shot. Paul Robinson makes a save.

85:49

Matthew Jarvis crosses the ball, Headed effort from deep inside the penalty area by Nenad Milijas goes harmlessly over the crossbar.

85:27

Stephen Ward produces a cross, clearance made by Scott Dann.

84:21

Mauro Formica challenges Stephen Ward unfairly and gives away a free kick. Jamie O'Hara takes the direct free kick.

82:29

Matthew Jarvis sends in a cross, Jason Lowe makes a clearance. Outswinging corner taken right-footed by Michael Kightly, Ronald Zubar produces a header from inside the area that goes over the bar.

80:50 Substitution Substitution Sylvan Ebanks-Blake on for Kevin Doyle.

79:38

David Hoilett fouled by Jamie O'Hara, the ref awards a free kick. Free kick taken by David Dunn.

75:58

Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Jamie O'Hara by David Hoilett. Jamie O'Hara takes the direct free kick. Steven Fletcher takes a shot. Blocked by Scott Dann. Jamie O'Hara takes a shot. Save by Wayne Hennessey. Kevin Doyle crosses the ball, Headed effort from inside the area by Steven Fletcher misses to the left of the target.

75:58

Free kick awarded for a foul by Jamie O'Hara on David Hoilett. Ayegbeni Yakubu restarts play with the free kick.

74:43 Substitution Substitution Nenad Milijas replaces David Davis.

74:13 Substitution Substitution Morten Gamst Pedersen leaves the field to be replaced by David Dunn.

72:40

Corner taken left-footed by Morten Gamst Pedersen from the right by-line to the near post, Jamie O'Hara makes a clearance. Mauro Formica takes a shot. Save made by Wayne Hennessey. The ball is sent over by Stephen Ward, Effort on goal by David Davis from inside the penalty area goes harmlessly over the bar.

72:19

David Hoilett takes a shot. Stephen Ward gets a block in.

71:36

The ball is crossed by Martin Olsson, Richard Stearman gets a block in. Corner taken left-footed by Morten Gamst Pedersen, Sebastien Bassong manages to make a clearance.

68:16

The assist for the goal came from Ayegbeni Yakubu.

68:16 Goal scored Goal - David Hoilett - Wolves 0 - 2 Blackburn David Hoilett gets on the score sheet with a goal from outside the area to the bottom right corner of the goal. Wolverhampton 0-2 Blackburn.

67:13

Matthew Jarvis produces a cross.

65:20

A cross is delivered by David Hoilett.

64:35

The free kick is delivered left-footed by Morten Gamst Pedersen from left wing, clearance made by Ronald Zubar.

64:35 Booking Booking Steven Fletcher is shown a yellow card.

64:26

Free kick awarded for a foul by Steven Fletcher on Martin Olsson.

63:31

The referee blows for offside against Steven Fletcher. Paul Robinson takes the indirect free kick.

60:24

Ayegbeni Yakubu challenges Sebastien Bassong unfairly and gives away a free kick. Wayne Hennessey restarts play with the free kick.

60:07

The ball is sent over by Matthew Jarvis, clearance by Martin Olsson.

59:24

Direct free kick taken by Jamie O'Hara.

59:24 Substitution Substitution Michael Kightly is brought on as a substitute for David Edwards.

59:24 Booking Booking Grant Hanley goes into the referee's book for unsporting behaviour.

59:13

Unfair challenge on David Davis by Grant Hanley results in a free kick.

58:03

Steven Fletcher delivers the ball.

56:15

A cross is delivered by Marcus Olsson, Richard Stearman manages to make a clearance.

55:02

David Hoilett is flagged offside by the assistant referee. Wayne Hennessey restarts play with the free kick.

53:24

Mauro Formica takes a shot. Save by Wayne Hennessey.

52:45

Matthew Jarvis produces a cross, Scott Dann makes a clearance.

51:06

Jason Lowe sends in a cross, Sebastien Bassong manages to make a clearance.

49:59

Unfair challenge on David Hoilett by David Edwards results in a free kick. Paul Robinson restarts play with the free kick.

48:37

The ball is swung over by Morten Gamst Pedersen, Shot on goal by Mauro Formica from inside the box goes harmlessly over the target.

47:00

The ball is delivered by Ayegbeni Yakubu.

46:13

The ball is sent over by Matthew Jarvis, Steven Fletcher takes a shot. Save made by Paul Robinson.

45:01

The second half has started.

45:00 +1:14

The match has reached half-time.

44:40

Free kick awarded for a foul by Grant Hanley on Steven Fletcher. Free kick crossed left-footed by Jamie O'Hara from right wing, save by Paul Robinson.

44:40

Steven Fletcher fouled by Grant Hanley, the ref awards a free kick. Jamie O'Hara crosses the ball in from the free kick, save by Wayne Hennessey.

42:33

Morten Gamst Pedersen provided the assist for the goal.

42:33 Goal scored Goal - David Hoilett - Wolves 0 - 1 Blackburn A goal is scored by David Hoilett from inside the penalty area to the bottom right corner of the goal. Wolverhampton 0-1 Blackburn.

41:30

Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Ayegbeni Yakubu by Richard Stearman. The free kick is swung in left-footed by Morten Gamst Pedersen, clearance by Sebastien Bassong.

40:29

Effort on goal by Ayegbeni Yakubu from just inside the area clears the crossbar.

40:02

A cross is delivered by Martin Olsson, save made by Wayne Hennessey.

37:33

Marcus Olsson is flagged offside by the assistant referee. Wayne Hennessey takes the free kick.

35:36

Jamie O'Hara concedes a free kick for a foul on David Hoilett. Free kick taken by Paul Robinson.

34:35

The assistant referee flags for offside against David Hoilett. Wayne Hennessey restarts play with the free kick.

34:35

The referee blows for offside against David Hoilett. Indirect free kick taken by Richard Stearman.

33:48

David Hoilett produces a cross.

29:51

Free kick taken by Wayne Hennessey.

29:51 Booking Booking Morten Gamst Pedersen receives a caution.

29:45

Unfair challenge on David Davis by Morten Gamst Pedersen results in a free kick.

29:29

Mauro Formica takes a shot. Blocked by Stephen Ward.

28:15

Kevin Doyle takes a shot. Blocked by Martin Olsson.

28:08

The ball is delivered by Steven Fletcher.

26:36

Steven Fletcher produces a left-footed shot from 35 yards and went wide right of the target.

24:57

Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Steven Nzonzi by David Edwards. Paul Robinson restarts play with the free kick.

23:20

Morten Gamst Pedersen takes a shot. Blocked by Richard Stearman.

23:11

Martin Olsson sends in a cross, Sebastien Bassong makes a clearance.

21:51

Free kick awarded for a foul by David Hoilett on Sebastien Bassong. Wayne Hennessey takes the direct free kick.

19:40

Unfair challenge on David Davis by Mauro Formica results in a free kick. Direct free kick taken by Wayne Hennessey.

18:55

Matthew Jarvis delivers the ball.

18:10

David Edwards sends in a cross, Matthew Jarvis produces a left-footed shot from deep inside the six-yard box which goes wide of the right-hand post.

17:51

A cross is delivered by Kevin Doyle.

17:10

A cross is delivered by Mauro Formica, Close range header by Ayegbeni Yakubu misses to the right of the target.

15:04

Mauro Formica fouled by Jamie O'Hara, the ref awards a free kick. Paul Robinson takes the direct free kick.

15:41

Corner taken short by Morten Gamst Pedersen.

15:04

Foul by Stephen Ward on Mauro Formica, free kick awarded. Direct free kick taken by Paul Robinson.

13:54

Ayegbeni Yakubu takes a shot. Save made by Wayne Hennessey.

12:24

Centre by Stephen Ward.

9:52

Effort on goal by Ayegbeni Yakubu from just inside the area clears the crossbar.

9:22

Richard Stearman gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Ayegbeni Yakubu. Morten Gamst Pedersen restarts play with the free kick.

8:35

Ayegbeni Yakubu challenges David Edwards unfairly and gives away a free kick. Wayne Hennessey takes the direct free kick.

4:17

A cross is delivered by David Davis, Header by Kevin Doyle from deep inside the penalty area misses to the right of the target.

4:17

Stephen Ward crosses the ball, Headed effort from inside the penalty area by Kevin Doyle misses to the right of the target.

3:46

Corner taken left-footed by Jamie O'Hara, Martin Olsson manages to make a clearance.

3:04

The ball is sent over by Matthew Jarvis, Scott Dann makes a clearance.

2:49

Matthew Jarvis takes a short corner.

2:24

Unfair challenge on Jamie O'Hara by Jason Lowe results in a free kick. Stephen Ward restarts play with the free kick.

1:37

David Edwards concedes a free kick for a foul on Marcus Olsson. Paul Robinson restarts play with the free kick.

0:13

Corner taken left-footed by Morten Gamst Pedersen, clearance made by Stephen Ward.

0:00

The game begins.

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