English Sports News

Minor surgery for Charlton
Sir Bobby Charlton underwent minor surgery after being taken ill before the Laureus World Sports Awards, organisers confirmed.

Simpson bemoans injury crisis
Macclesfield boss Gary Simpson insists the current injury problems at the Moss Rose are unlike anything he has experienced in football.

Bremen deny Beltrame sale
Werder Bremen's Klaus Allofs has scotched reports they have agreed a deal for Wesley Lopes Beltrame to return Brazil.

Matthews plays down pressure
Celtic's Adam Matthews insists they are not under more pressure to win the Scottish Cup now that Rangers are out.

Battling Spurs hold Reds
Liverpool were held to yet another draw at Anfield as battling Spurs dented their hopes of a top-four finish.

Dalglish pleased by performance
Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish was happy with his side's display despite being held at home by Tottenham.

North's star shining bright
Teenage Wales winger George North North knows his rapidly growing reputation will make him a marked man.

Frimpong wishes Wolves safety
Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Frimpong hopes Wolves stay up after his loan spell was cut short by injury.

Simpson joy at Hewitt stay
Gary Simpson was surprised to see highly-rated youngster Elliott Hewitt remain at Macclesfield at the close of the transfer window.

AVB pursuing objectives
Andre Villas-Boas is determined to achieve Chelsea's objectives in their final 14 Premier League games of the season.