Jose wanted Gerrard at Madrid

Manager claims he tried to sign Liverpool captain while at Real Madrid and Inter Milan, as well as Chelsea.

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Mou wants Chelsea to push on for 90 points

"If we can reach 90 it will be a beautiful number for a competition like the Premier League," Mourinho said ahead of their fixture against Liverpool.

Bath clinch play-off spot on Monye's Stoop farewell

George Ford scores 74th minute penalty to earn victory after retiring Harlequins star Monye says goodbye to home crowd scoring two tries.

Murray and Nadal storm into Madrid semis

British No.1 sees off Milos Raonic in straight sets while Spaniard overcomes Grigor Dimitrov to book semi-final spot.

Hamilton struggling with set-up despite topping FP2

World champion yet to find perfect balance with his Mercedes and admits there are various areas he needs to get on top of before qualifying.

England debutants shine despite Ireland washout

Dublin ODI abandoned after just 18 overs after heavy rain - but visitors make good start under their newest captain James Taylor.

Froch on verge of ending career - Hearn

WBA super-middleweight title stripped due to inactivity, leaving Froch with few options

Liverpool turn to Gerrard at Chelsea

Steven Gerrard can make sure his Liverpool impact is felt even in his absence by leading the top four-chasing club to a victory over Chelsea.

Carrick ruled out for the rest of the season

Carrick's injury, which he sustained in the 4-2 win against Manchester City on April 12, has proved far worse than was first feared.