Chelsea are hoping to appoint their new manager before the weekend with Avram Grant emerging as a leading contender to return on a caretaker basis until the end of the season.

QPR enhanced their promotion credentials as Martin Rowlands first-half free-kick earned Iain Dowie’s 10-men all three points against Norwich at Carrow Road last night.

Leeds 4 Crystal Palace 0

A planned strike by Coca-Cola workers over pay has been suspended following an agreement to hold fresh talks, it was learned today.

Roy Keane admits the pain of defeat has worsened since he became a manager.

Sunderland boss Roy Keane is enjoying the perfect partnership with former international team-mate Niall Quinn as they attempt to resurrect the club’s fortunes.

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez has voiced his concern at the club’s crowded fixture programme.

IPSWICH frustrated Reading in their bid to break clear of the Coca-Cola Championship pack as Steve Coppell’s men had to settle for a 1-1 draw.

Andy Reid will use the start of the Republic of Ireland’s World Cup qualifying campaign to mask his disappointment and frustration at failing to land a big-money Premiership move.