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• Bartley's pal Cesc wanted the lowdown on Ibrox and the Old Firm games

  Loan Ranger Kyle Bartley last night revealed how even World Cup winner Cesc Fabregas wanted the lowdown on Old Firm life when the towering defender returned to Arsenal from Ibrox last season.

• Premier League pre-season fixtures

  The countdown to the 2011/2012 season is officially underway with the summer holidays over and the stars returning to training. Here's our guide to all of the pre-season action.

• Andy Townsend: Manchester City lack the edge the Manchester United have

  There are no question marks over United - Sir Alex Ferguson's side will once again be the team to beat and will set the tone for everybody else.

• Reading 2 Millwall 2: Mathieu Manset secures comeback

  Substitute Matieu Manset struck twice in the last five minutes to rescue a dramatic point for last season's beaten play-off finalists Reading at the Madejski Stadium.

• Bristol City 0 Ipswich 3: Michael Chopra's brace puts Tractor Boys top of the table

  Ipswich stormed to the top of the Championship with an emphatic start at Ashton Gate, thanks to a double from new boy Michael Chopra and another from Lee Martin.

• David Goodwillie thrilled after completing Blackburn move

  David Goodwillie is relishing the chance to test himself in the Barclays Premier League after completing his move from Dundee United to Blackburn.

• Coyle determined to boost firepower

  Manager Owen Coyle remains confident he will get the strikers he feels Bolton Wanderers need to be a Premier League force.

• Hart signs new Man City deal

  England goalkeeper Joe Hart has signed a new five-year contract with Manchester City.

• Arsenal sign Oxlade-Chamberlain

  Arsenal have completed the signing of Southampton winger Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.

• Club by club fixtures

  All the new season's fixtures from each Barclays Premier League club.

• TV matches for UK announced

  The first instalment of Barclays Premier League fixtures selected for broadcast in the UK has been announced.

• Burnley 2 Watford 2

  Burnley recovered from two goals down to stage a late fightback and snatch a draw against Watford at Turf Moor.

• Peter Crouch begs Luka Modric to stay at Tottenham

  Peter Crouch has pleaded with Luka Modric to stay at Tottenham after the home fans demonstrated how much they think of him. Chelsea have had two bids turned down.

• Manchester City website claims they won Community Shield

  Manchester City are clearly finding it difficult to come to terms with their defeat to bitter rivals Manchester United in the Community Shield. City actually lost 3-2 at Wembley.

• Wales and Northern Ireland suffer triple injury blows

  Northern Ireland have lost three strikers ahead of their Euro 2012 qualifier against the Faroe Islands on Wednesday night, whilst Welsh and Scotland have also seen withdrawals.

• Newcastle want Erik Pieters from PSV to replace Jose Enrique

  Alan Pardew has made a personal check on Holland left back Erik Pieters as he lines up a replacement for Jose Enrique. Spanish left back Enrique is expected to leave Newcastle for Liverpool.

• Stoke eye Marseille's Charles Kabore

  Stoke City are keen on Marseille midfielder Charles Kabore. The 23-year-old Burkina Faso midfielder was scouted by Chelsea and Barcelona last summer.

• Manchester United 3 Manchester City 2: Nani pays tribute to fighting spirit

  Manchester United match-winner Nani insists his team-mates never lost belief as they came from 2-0 down to beat rivals Manchester City 3-2 and lift the Community Shield.

• The big question: Who will win the Premier League title?

  It is the question that every football fan is asking. Who will win the Premier League? We ask the biggest names for their expert opinions...

• League One round-up: Sheffield United enjoy winning start

  Sheffield United got their campaign to return to the Championship off to the best possible start with a convincing win at Oldham.

• Cesc Fabregas: I will pay to leave Arsenal! Captain offers to give up bonuses

  Cesc Fabregas is so desperate to leave Arsenal for Barcelona that he has offered to give up more than £4million worth of bonuses.

• Kenny Dalglish glad Glen Johnson is out of England squad

  Kenny Dalglish is relieved that Glen Johnson was left out of the England squad to face Holland on Wednesday after injuring his thigh.

• Joey Barton just too dangerous to play for England, claims Fabio Capello

  Joey Barton may be the darling of the twittering classes at present but his notoriety means England manager Fabio Capello will not be considering for the national team.

• Toshack named FYR Macedonia boss

  Former Wales manager John Toshack is appointed manager of FYR Macedonia.

• Scots lose Hutton and Whittaker

  Alan Hutton and Steven Whittaker pull out of the Scotland squad to face Denmark through injury.

• Miller delight at Cardiff victory

  Cardiff City debutant Kenny Miller is delighted to get his new team's campaign off to a flying start with defeat of West Ham.

• Izaguirre faces six-month lay-off

  Celtic defender Emilio Izaguirre suffers a fractured fibula against Aberdeen and could miss up to six months of the season.

• Allardyce rues Hammers finishing

  Sam Allardyce blames West Ham's poor finishing for their shock last-minute defeat by Cardiff City.

• Monday's gossip column

  Arsenal set to seal deal for Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, plus more rumours.

• Galaxy 1-1 New England: Juninho nets again

  Galaxy 1-1 New England: Juninho nets again

• Capello hails Jack

  England boss Fabio Capello believes Jack Wilshere is "at the top" among young players in world football.

• England call up for Wolves winger Matt Jarvis

  Wolves winger Matt Jarvis has been included in the England squad for the upcoming Euro 2012 qualifier against Wales.

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• McClean makes switch to Republic

  James McClean pulls out of the Northern Ireland squad to face the Faroe Islands after becoming the latest player to declare for the Republic of Ireland.

• Pre-season friendlies - Sun 7th Aug

  A round-up of pre-season friendlies involving Barclays Premier League clubs.

• United win Community Shield

  Manchester United came from two goals down to beat arch-rivals Manchester City 3-2 in the Community Shield.

• Coyle: No new Cahill bids

  Bolton Wanderers manager Owen Coyle says there have been no new bids for star defender Gary Cahill.

• Shephard backs sustainability plan

  Sky Sports presenter Ben Shephard has launched the Football Foundation's Sustainability Toolkit.

• De Gea plays down struggles

  New Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea says he is having no problems adapting to English football.

• Arsenal sign Oxlade-Chamberlain

  Arsenal complete the signing of Southampton winger Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain for an undisclosed fee.

• Tevez back training with Man City

  Carlos Tevez returns to training at Manchester City, with his future at the club still uncertain.

• Newcastle to sign winger Obertan

  Gabriel Obertan is set to complete his move from Manchester United to Newcastle United, the BBC has learned.

• Sneijder believes he is for sale

  Midfielder Wesley Sneijder is quoted in the Dutch media as saying Inter Milan are willing to sell him for "the right amount".

• Sportsday Live - latest transfer news

  Tom Cleverley gets England call while Frank Lampard misses out, Wesley Sneijder believes Inter Milan are willing to sell him, plus more.

• Cleverley added to England squad

  Manchester United's Tom Cleverley is called up to the England squad for Wednesday's friendly against the Netherlands as Michael Carrick and Jack Wilshere withdraw.

• James McClean wants to play for the Republic

  James McClean has confirmed his intention to switch allegiance to the Republic of Ireland ahead of the winger's £1million move to Sunderland from Derry.

• Ryan McGowan expects Spurs coach Joe Jordan to be impressed by Hearts defeat

  Hearts defender Ryan McGowan believes Tottenham coach Joe Jordan will have been impressed by their display in the 1-0 defeat to Motherwell on Sunday.

• Nani does not live in Cristiano Ronaldo's shadow, says Alex Ferguson

  Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson says he never viewed Nani as being in Cristiano Ronaldo's shadow. Nani scored twice in the Community Shield against City.

• Arsenal interested in signing Gary Cahill from Bolton

  Arsenal have stepped up their interest in Gary Cahill after central defender Thomas Vermaelen was injured in the weekend defeat at Benfica.

• Celtic's Anthony Stokes rues Emilio Izaguirre's injury

  Striker Anthony Stokes insists the Celtic squad is strong enough to cope with the loss of last season's player of the year, Emilio Izaguirre, who is facing between four and six months on the sidelines.

• Tottenham fear riots could affect Everton match

  Tottenham must wait to hear if the club’s Premier League kick-off at home to Everton on Saturday will be postponed after riots in the area.

• Sportsmail's club-by-club guide to the 2011-12 Premier League season

  On the eve of the 20th Premier League season, Sportsmail provides you with everything you need to know about every club in the greatest league in the world.

• Manchester City 2 Manchester United 3: Nani stars as champions' comeback stuns rivals in Wembley showdown

  Manchester United dealt the first blow of the new season with a stunning comeback against bitter rivals Manchester City at Wembley as Nani scored a late winner.

• Tottenham captain Michael Dawson backs team for Champions League spot

  Tottenham captain Michael Dawson is adamant the club will finish in the top four and secure Champions League football once again. Spurs' run in Europe was one of the highlights of last season.

• Per Mertesacker issues come and get me plea to Arsenal

  Germany international Per Mertesacker has issued a come and get me plea to Arsenal after expressing his desire to play in the Premier League.

• The best is yet to come! Vidic lauds Shield result but promises United will only get better

  Nemanja Vidic declared Manchester United were primed to make a flying start to the season following their latest incredible comeback in the Community Shield.

• Joey Barton hopeful of England recall after Fabio Capello criticism

  Joey Barton is choosing to put a positive spin on Fabio Capello’s criticism of him – and is even using the Italian’s put-down as motivation to win a place in England’s Euro 2012 squad.

• Carlos Tevez returns to Manchester City

  Carlos Tevez was back in the place he can't stand this morning: Manchester. The Argentina striker arrived back at City's training ground with his future still uncertain.

• Owen Coyle tells Bolton fans: Don't worry!

  Owen Coyle insists he will get the strikers he feels Bolton need to be a Premier League force before the transfer window slams shut at the end of the month.

• Gabriel Obertan on brink of joining Newcastle United

  Alan Pardew is confident that incoming winger Gabriel Obertan will bring some 'much-needed pace' to Newcastle United. Pardew will step up his hunt for a striker.

• Premier League transfers - 2011 summer

  Sportsmail will keep you bang up to date throughout the summer with all the very latest player ins and outs for all 20 Barclays Premier League sides...

• West Bromwich to land Shane Long

  West Bromwich are poised to eclipse their transfer record to sign Reading striker Shane Long. The Baggies are close to agreeing a fee of around £7m.

• Christopher Samba could miss Blackburn opener due to groin injury

  Blackburn manager Steve Kean admits captain Christopher Samba could miss their Premier League opener against Wolves due to a groin problem.

• Sir Alex Ferguson hails Manchester United youngsters

  Sir Alex Ferguson is convinced the future is bright for his Manchester United side. Had it not been for the trio of youngsters, United's efforts would have been undermined.

• PREMIER LEAGUE NEW KIT SPECIAL: The strips for 2011-12

  The smartest gear for next season will soon hit the shops and you can get a first look right here as the Premier League teams unveil their kits for the new campaign.

• Romelu Lukaku arrives for Chelsea medical

  Chelsea's latest potential superstar arrived by Eurostar on Monday morning to put the finishing touches to a £16million-plus move to Stamford Bridge.

• Jamie Redknapp: 10 players to watch in 2011-12

  These are the 10 players I am especially excited to be watching this season. In some cases, they may be players who are breaking through or settling in.

• Joe Hart signs five-year Manchester City deal

  Joe Hart hinted he could spend the rest of his career at Manchester City after putting pen to paper on a new five-year deal worth £90,000 a week.

• Derby 2 Birmingham 1: Chris Hughton snub for star Scott Dann

  Chris Hughton is refusing to be influenced by Birmingham City's cash crisis after confirming that £12million rated Scott Dann was overlooked for the opening day 2-1 defeat at Pride Park.

• West Ham 0 Cardiff 1: Hangover for the Hammers

  West Ham ended their first day back in the Championship where they spent all but three weeks in the Premier League last season - in the bottom three.

• Nottingham Forest 0 Barnsley 0: It's a bad sign for McClaren as Forest's acquisitions committee continue to frustrate

  The notorious 'acquisitions committee' who had former manager Billy Davies tearing his hair out during the past two seasons seem to be having the same effect on new Nottingham Forest boss Steve McClaren.

• AFC Wimbledon 2 Bristol Rovers 3: Great party, shame about the result

  'It only took nine years,' said the blue and yellow T-Shirts celebrating AFC Wimbledon's first match in the Football League.

• Coventry 0 Leicester 1: Sven-Goran Eriksson finds a diamond in Gelson Fernandes

  When it comes to buying players, Sven-Goran Eriksson, whose side beat Coventry 1-0 on Saturday, has been the undisputed shopaholic of the Championship this summer.

• All the buzz of the Football League: Posh get off to a winning start

  Peterborough took seven matches to register their first win in the Championship two years ago but Darren Ferguson's men wasted no time on their return. Goals from Grant McCann and David Ball earned the home side all three points against Crystal Palace.

• Dirk Kuyt calls on Andy Carroll to deliver for Liverpool

  Dirk Kuyt has backed Andy Carroll to become a force of nature this season. Liverpool’s £35million striker is out to make his mark in a red shirt and he did so against Valencia.

• Fulham target Lens defender Serge Aurier

  Fulham are on the trail of young Lens defender Serge Aurier. Manager Martin Jol is trying to bring him to Craven Cottage for £3million.

• Russia takes steps to eradicate racism by banning BNP

  Russia has banned the British National Party logo from football grounds. The Celtic Cross was also banned along with emblems of extremist groupings.

• Southampton 3 Leeds 1: Lallana ready to fill Saints void

  Adam Lallana put on a midfield masterclass on Saturday, proving to Southampton supporters that there is life after Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain. Lallana was a key figure in Southampton's 3-1 win over Leeds.

• Brighton 2 Doncaster 1: Seagulls ball is worth waiting for

  We've come a long, long way together, through the hard times and the good… The opening line of Praise You, by Brighton fan Fatboy Slim, has barely seemed more appropriate than it did as it came on the PA system just after 5pm on Saturday at the Amex Stadium.

• Andrei Kanchelskis says Yury Zhirkov took easy option leaving Chelsea

  Andrei Kanchelskis has accused Yury Zhirkov of taking the easy way out by quitting Chelsea for a £13.2million move to Anzhi Makhachkala.

• Community Shield defeat for Machester City boss Mancini is blow

  At the final whistle, Roberto Mancini blew out his cheeks like a punter who had just seen his horse fall at the last. In truth, though, he will not have been that surprised.

• Man City 2 Man United 3: How the players rated in the Community Shield at Wembley

  Sportsmail's Chris Wheeler runs the rule over the players from both sides as Manchester United won a thrilling Community Shield clash against Manchester City.

• Martin Keown: Manchester United played like Barcelona

  Sportsmail's Martin Keown runs the rule over the Community Shield as Manchester United produced a stunning comeback to beat Manchester City 3-2 at Wembley.

• Romelu Lukaku to complete £20m move to Chelsea

  Romelu Lukaku will finally complete his dream move to Stamford Bridge when he flies in to put the finishing touches to a deal that could end up costing Chelsea more than £20million.

• Graham Poll: Manchester City v Manchester United community shield review

  When I refereed the Charity Shield match between Arsenal and Manchester United in 1998 the instructions were very specific: this game sets the standard for the season.

• David De Gea Manchester United ready for English football

  New Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea insists he is having no problems adapting to the frenzied nature of English football. The Spaniard was twice at fault at Wembley.

• Neil Lennon looks for new left-back after Emilio Izaguirre injury

  A horror leg break for Emilio Izaguirre could force Neil Lennon into the market for emergency cover at left-back. Izaguirre lasted just 17 minutes of Sunday's match, after snapping his right shin after a challenge from Aberdeen's Peter Pawlett.

• Rangers want deal for Socceroo star McKay before Euro deadline

  Rangers hope to secure the signature of Australian international midfielder Matt McKay later this week. Last season's A-League Player of the Year comes highly recommended by former Ibrox defender Craig Moore.

• Manchester United need a creative midfielder

  Not until the transfer window has closed will we have a clearer idea of how the major contenders in this season's Premier League title race are shaping up.

• Testing Premier League season in store for some big-name players

  When the Premier League kicks off this weekend some of the big-name players will be under the most intense pressure of their careers.

• Sportsmail's experts look at the 2011-12 Premier League season

  Ahead of the 2011-12 Premier League campaign Sportsmail's unrivalled team of football writers reveal their tips for the season. Who will be proved right? Only time will tell.

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