Leeds failed to make home advantage pay as relegation rivals Hull ground out a potentially priceless Coca-Cola Championship point at Elland Road.

Middlesbrough striker Michael Ricketts was counting his blessings today after a miraculous escape from a motorway smash.

Bolton striker Michael Ricketts last night joined Middlesbrough for £3.5million just half-an-hour before the transfer window closed.

NEWCASTLE boss Bobby Robson last night confirmed that the club has launched a double bid to take Jonathan Woodgate and Kleberson to St James’ Park.