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United begin defence at Swansea

Manchester United will begin the defence of their Premier League title with an away trip to Swansea on August 17.

Wigan set for Tykes test

FA Cup holders Wigan will start life in the Championship under new boss Owen Coyle with a trip to Barnsley on August 3.

Celtic open up against County

Celtic begin the defence of their SPL title with a home match against Ross County on Saturday, August 3.

Llambias quits Newcastle role

Newcastle managing director Derek Llambias has resigned from his role with immediate effect.

Carroll passes West Ham medical

Andy Carroll is on the brink of joining West Ham permanently after passing a medical with the Premier League club.

Pearce leaves England U-21 post

England Under-21s are looking for a new manager after Stuart Pearce was informed he will not be kept on.

Southgate odds-on for U-21 job

Sky Bet make Gareth Southgate favourite for England Under-21 job following the decision not to extend Stuart Pearce's deal.

Thiago fires Spain to Euro glory

Thiago Alcantara's hat-trick helped Spain to a 4-2 win over Italy in the final of the European Under-21 Championship.

Newcastle confirm Kinnear role

Newcastle have confirmed the appointment of Joe Kinnear as their new director of football on a three-year deal.

Anniversary fixtures announced

The Football League has announced six special league fixtures to be played on the opening weekend of next season.