Portsmouth 1 Wigan 0

Pedro Mendes returns to Portsmouth’s midfield at home to Wigan just 16 days after being knocked unconscious at Manchester City.

Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate has dismissed renewed speculation that he is set to swoop for Sporting Lisbon winger Roudolphe Douala.

New Middlesbrough boss Gareth Southgate will concentrate on the business of reviving the club’s Barclays Premiership fortunes as the row over his appointment rages on.

MIDDLESBROUGH have agreed an undisclosed fee for Chelsea defender Robert Huth. Boro have also agreed personal terms with the 21-year-old German international and are awaiting his answer.

Middlesbrough have agreed an undisclosed fee for Chelsea defender Robert Huth.

Middlesbrough today confirmed that Czech defender Martin Latka has been handed a trial during the club’s training break in Marbella.

Middlesbrough defender Ugo Ehiogu will not be allowed to join West Brom on loan.

MIDDLESBROUGH boss Steve McClaren, pictured, has admitted he will have to sell before he can buy in the January transfer window.

Middlesbrough manager Steve McClaren has warned the Premiership poachers Mark Viduka is not for sale, as frustration grows over his own desire to further strengthen the squad.

Middlesbrough 0 Liverpool 0

Newcastle’s conquerors Sporting Lisbon kept on course to reach the UEFA Cup final on their home ground after a 2-1 victory against AZ Alkmaar in the first leg of their semi-final at the Jose Alvalade Stadium.