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Early McGlinchey goal seals Phoenix win

On the burst: Roly Bonevacia beats Adam Berry.

Sidelined with injury for nearly two months, Phoenix midfielder Michael McGlinchey celebrated his return with a crucial goal in Wellington's 1-0 A-League win over Central Coast Mariners.

From family tragedy to A-League's best

Sitting comfortably: Danny Vukovic has endured a hard road back to form for Sydney FC.

Every time Danny Vukovic stepped on a plane for an away trip last season, his thoughts where elsewhere. His newborn son was diagnosed with a life-threatening liver condition and there was nobody at home to support he and his wife.

West Ham star Payet refuses to play

Fed up: West Ham star Dimitri Payet says he won't kick a ball for the club again

West Ham United will reluctantly sell Dimitri Payet for £40 million ($65 million) if the French international continues to go on strike and refuses to play for them again, as the club claim he has threatened to do.

It took three months to conquer EPL, says Zlatan

No shrinking violet: Manchester United Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has claimed it has taken him just three months to "conquer" English football as the Manchester United striker warned Chelsea his side will be ready to pounce on any slip-ups from the Premier League leaders Chelsea.

Ranieri urges Leicester to regain focus

Optimistic of a turnaround: Claudio Ranieri.

Champions Leicester City have struggled to maintain focus in the English Premier League this season and have found it easier in the Champions League due to the tournament's shorter format, manager Claudio Ranieri said.

Elton John leads tributes to ex-England boss

Great friends: Elton John stands with Graham Taylor in 1984.

Rock star Elton John led the tributes to former England manager Graham Taylor on Friday, saying the man he saw as a brother had turned his beloved team Watford into a European contender.

Everton confirm Schneiderlin deal

Fresh start: Morgan Schneiderlin.

Everton have confirmed the signing of midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin from Manchester United for a fee that could rise to £24 million pounds ($38.9 million).

Mourinho aims to make Liverpool uncomfortable

On a run: Jose Mourinho.

It is always risky to tick off your own supporters, but Jose Mourinho's pointed plea to Manchester United's faithful not to treat Liverpool's visit like a trip to the theatre indicates just how critical this weekend's Old Trafford clash feels to him.