Denis Betts has issued a staunch defence of Widnes' artificial pitch and claims Richie Mathers needs to "man up" after his criticism of it. [more]
New Vitesse signing Mike Havenaar says he 'can only get better' after setting up the winning goal on his debut start for the club. [more]
Brian McDermott believes Reading are heading in the right direction and is not ruling out securing automatic promotion. [more]
Chelsea have signed 15-year-old central defender Andreas Christensen from Brondby on a free transfer. [more]
Northamptonshire have announced a profit of £22,000 for the financial year ending September 30 2011. [more]
Wales have been buoyed by news that Dan Lydiate and Gethin Jenkins are both in contention to face Scotland on Sunday. [more]
Talented juvenile Hollow Tree has been "overlooked" for next month's Triumph Hurdle at Cheltenham, according to his trainer Donald McCain. [more]
Wigan will be without forward Liam Farrell for Saturday's Super League clash with Leeds due to suspension. [more]
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill is pleased to still have Craig Gardner at his disposal after keeping hold of the midfielder. [more]
Ospreys prop Cai Griffiths faces up to three months on the sidelines with a fractured left arm. [more]