JAMIE CARRAGHER EXCLUSIVE: Beating United at Old Trafford was twice as good as 2009... going on to win the Premier League title would be up there with the glory days of Shankly and Paisley

Liverpool hammering United at Old Trafford

On my way home from White Hart Lane on Sunday evening, I sent Steven Gerrard a message as I do after most Liverpool games. Having watched Liverpool dismantle Manchester United, no questions needed answering. So I punched the words 'Twice as good as 2009' into my phone.

Foy's fault! Chelsea manager Mourinho blames referee for Ramires red card... despite horror tackle on El Ahmadi from Brazilian midfielder

Jose Mourinho

Jose Mourinho has claimed referee Chris Foy was partly to blame for the shocking tackle by Ramires on Karim el Ahmadi. Ramires was sent off by Foy during the final seconds of Chelsea's defeat by Aston Villa on Saturday and will be banned for games against Arsenal, Crystal Palace and Stoke in the Barclays Premier League.

Keep Kop King! Liverpool captain Gerrard demands new deal for 'perfect' manager Rodgers

Delight: Steven Gerrard wants Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers to sign a new deal

Steven Gerrard has urged Liverpool's owners to give Brendan Rodgers a new deal as a reward for turning them into Premier League title challengers.

Moyes on the edge: Fans turn on boss as crucial run of games loom... while rumours of Giggs fallout are denied

Ryan Giggs and David Moyes

IAN LADYMAN: Another day, another problem to address for Manchester United and their imperilled manager David Moyes.

Konoplyanka in talks with Spurs as winger wants to live in London rather than Liverpool, says Dnipro chief

On the move: Ukrainian midfielder Yevhen Konoplyanka (right) could be moving to White Hart Lane

Dnipro president Igor Kolomoyskyi says he's in talks with Tottenham over deal for Liverpool target Yevhen Konoplyanka.

Drogba: Going back to Stamford Bridge will be emotional... but I'm desperate to knock Chelsea out of the Champions League

Didier Drogba

Didier Drogba insists there is no room for sentiment when he makes his much-anticipated return to Stamford Bridge with Galatasaray on Tuesday night.

Drogba will return to Chelsea, it's his destiny! Mourinho backing legend for second spell at Stamford Bridge

Didier Drogba

Jose Mourinho believes that it is Didier Drogba's 'destiny' to return to Chelsea at some point in the future. The Ivorian striker will line up for Galatasaray in the second leg of their last-16 Champions League tie on Tuesday at Stamford Bridge, a place he called home for eight glorious seasons.

Mourinho fears 'warrior' Drogba will come back to give Chelsea the blues

Old pals: Jose Mourinho (left) brought Didier Drogba to the club early in his first reign at Chelsea

NEIL ASHTON: In the tunnel, before kick-off, there will be hugs and high fives with Didier Drogba. There is a lot of love for him at Chelsea.

Fix this mess, says Jose! Not even Wenger can stop the English Euro slide, insists Chelsea manager

Final touches: Chelsea training is led by Jose Mourinho ahead of the Champions League clash

Jose Mourinho wanted to know why he was the only voice of dissent among Premier League bosses about fixture scheduling ahead of European ties.

Whole new ball game for Cech... and will Jose steer Chelsea past Drogba?

Chelsea v Galatasaray

Chelsea go into the most important week of their season knowing any ill-effects of the damaging defeat at Aston Villa need to be shaken off quickly.

Moyes doesn't care about the future! Everton coach Sheedy blasts United boss for showing no interest in youth

Everton coach Kevin Sheedy has criticised former manager David Moyes

Ex-Everton winger Kevin Sheedy has taken to Twitter to criticise David Moyes for showing no interest in the club's youth team during his time on Merseyside.

Real Madrid lead 6-1 and face Barca this weekend... but Ronaldo WILL play against Schalke as star battles Messi for goal record

Target: Cristiano Ronaldo wants to beat Raul's Champions League record

Schalke 04 might be forgiven for thinking they have suffered enough in the Champions League last-16, but Carlo Ancelotti's pre-match team news suggests they are only half way through their nightmare.

Moyes stays away as reserves add to United's misery with shock cup exit

Moyes stays away as reserves add to United's misery with shock cup exit

Manchester United's disappointing season at senior level was mirrored by the youth team as Warren Joyce's reserve side surrendered a 1-0 lead in the 88th minute before being consigned to a shock penalty shootout defeat against Bolton.

Out-of-form Owen to appear on Al Jazeera as part of BT exchange deal

Out-of-form: Michael Owen will make an appearance on beIN Sport this week

CHARLES SALE: Michael Owen will be a Champions League pundit for Al Jazeera's beIN Sport this week as part of a talent exchange.

Qatar World Cup chiefs deny fresh corruption claims surrounding 2022 bid

Controversy: Mohamed bin Hammam, right, and Jack Warner

Qatar World Cup chiefs have reacted to new claims surrounding the 2022 World Cup bid by insisting they adhered to all FIFA's rules.

Premier League stars reveal racism and homophobia is rife in the game

Signing: Former Charlton midfielder Paul Mortimer has joined Kick It Out campaign

The first ever mass consultation with players across all four tiers of English football has revealed that racism and homophobia is rife in the game.

Old friend Drogba could do the damage against Chelsea... and here's two more stars looking to spark Galatasaray in London

Bringing the noise: Wesley Sneijder (centre) could do some damage

BIG-MATCH ESSENTIAL: Chelsea must be wary of Roberto Mancini's Galatasaray on Tuesday evening. Here, Sportsmail runs the rule over the Turkish giants.

Le Saux, Dublin and master of movement Trevillion join battle to end discrimination

Le Saux, Dublin and master of movement Trevillion contribute to FA films aimed at reducing discrimination in football

The FA have launched four films explaining what action you can take if you experience discrimination while at or playing in a football match. Graeme Le Saux and Dion Dublin narrated the videos.

Oxlade-Chamberlain fit to face Chelsea after shaking off calf problem

Winning team: The Ox chases down England team-mate Andros Townsend during the north London derby

Arsene Wenger has been handed a rare injury boost with the news that Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is not facing a spell on the sidelines.

Sagna demands ÂŁ20m Arsenal deal as Inter and Galatasaray consider swoop

Wanted man: Inter Milan and Galatasaray are interested in signing Sagna (right) this summer

Arsenal will be told the price of keeping Bacary Sagna when his contract runs out at the end of the season is more than ÂŁ20million.

Hull owner Allam repeats threat to walk away after FA back fans' battle against name change

No go: Hull owner Assem Allam's controversial bid to change the club's name looks set to be blocked

Hull City fans are celebrating after winning their first victory in the battle to keep the club name but vowed to carry on their fight.

KO blow: Cameraman left unconscious after being clattered by Bundesliga star

Andreas Beck crashes into cameraman

One Bundesliga cameraman got a little too close to the action - and ended up unconscious and in hospital as a result.

No wedding bells for Hamilton just yet as Mercedes star denies he's engaged to popstar girlfriend Scherzinger

Hamilton takes to Twitter to deny engagement to girlfriend Scherzinger

Lewis Hamilton has denied becoming the second British Formula One driver in as many months to get engaged. Reports were rife over the weekend that Hamilton had followed in former McLaren team-mate Jenson Button's footsteps by proposing to his long-term girlfriend.

The view from Manchester: There's nothing to suggest Moyes can turn this around - it's time United let him go

Long walk: David Moyes reflects on another disappointing defeat to Liverpool as his troubles continue

It is the amount of time afforded to Moyes that could be the single most important factor for the future of Manchester United.

Fury plans secret fight to prepare for Chisora showdown in Manchester

Serious business: Promoter Frank Warren announces the rematch between Dereck Chisora (left) and Tyson Fury (right)

JEFF POWELL: Tyson Fury is to have a secret, full-blooded fight behind closed doors to get ready for his world heavyweight eliminator with Dereck Chisora.

Broad: Stokes nearly cried when he realised punching locker cost him World T20 place

Crying shame: Ben Stokes was 'heartbroken' when he was ruled out of the World T20, says Stuart Broad

Stuart Broad has revealed Ben Stokes was close to tears when he realised his own stupidity had cost him a place at the World Twenty20.

Liverpool, Chelsea, Arsenal or Man City? It could be the greatest title race in years and our team of experts predict how it will finish

Title run in

Title race is reaching a thrilling climax with Manchester City, Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool all still in the hunt for the Barclays Premier League crown. Our experts give their views on how the top four teams will be placed after the final matches on May 11.

There's only three Shinji Kagawas! United midfielder poses for bizarre birthday picture

Odd: The Japanese playmaker was joined by two friends wearing masks of his face for a birthday snap

Manchester United's home humiliation against Liverpool must have soured Shinji Kagawa's mood, but he certainly isn't letting it ruin his birthday. The Japan midfielder turned 25 on Monday.

JAMIE REDKNAPP: Hammered by rivals and staring Euro exit in the face... so, what next for Moyes?

Theatre of Nightmares: It was another dark day for Manchester United and David Moyes

After a result like that, David Moyes must be thinking, 'What is going to happen to me here?' The game against Olympiacos on Wednesday is massive.

Many more performances like this with United, then Moyes will have to go

Ups and downs: United and Liverpool are moving in opposite directions

IAN LADYMAN: Improvement. It's an important word, in sport as it is in life. If you don't' improve then what happens? You go stale, become less relevant.

'United are robbing the fans!' Bookie refunds ÂŁ200,000 worth of bets

Betfred owner and Manchester United fan Fred Done (bottom left) will pay out ÂŁ200,000 on the club winning the Premier League

Betfred are to pay out ÂŁ200,000 after their Manchester United supporting owner Fred Done decided to refund all bets on them winning the league.

Just eight months after winning Wimbledon, Murray is on the slide... what's eating Andy?

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MIKE DICKSON: These are testing times for Andy Murray who, when he became Wimbledon champion on that glorious Mediterranean Sunday afternoon at SW19, appeared to have it all.

Did Fellaini REALLY cost ÂŁ28m? After another pants performance, Moyes is left red-faced by the man who shone in Everton blue

Fellaini struggled again for United

ADAM CRAFTON: 'Blue and white sh**e', mocked the rejoicing Liverpool fans after one particularly wild shot by Marouane Fellaini on Sunday afternoon.

That was a NIGHTMARE! Rooney describes Liverpool thumping as one of his 'worst days in football'

Head down: Rooney appears dejected after Liverpool took a one-goal lead

Wayne Rooney described Manchester United's defeat by Liverpool as a nightmare and one of the lowest points in his career.

Two Premier League clubs sign up with top genetics company to learn DNA profiles of players

Perfect fit: Genetic profiling could give Arsenal and Tottenham more information on the nutritional needs of Danny Rose (left) and Tomas Rosicky (right)

Two Premier League clubs have commissioned genetic profiles of their players to identify their strengths and potential weaknesses, it can be revealed.

Brazil legend Rivaldo retires at 41... calling time on one of the game's glittering careers

Best in Europe: Rivaldo receives the Ballon d'Or while plying his trade at Barcelona

Rivaldo has finally decided to call time on his career at the age of 41. The former Brazil international announced the decision on Instagram.

Totti returns to inspire Roma in five-goal thriller and pays tribute to injured Strootman

Totti celebrates his winner

Returning Roma hero Francesco Totti propelled his side to victory over Udinese before paying tribute to injured team-mate Kevin Strootman.

Super fan! Hammers supporter and A-list beauty Knightley reveals her love for Neville's 'amazing' football punditry

Keira

Film star Keira Knightley has revealed her passion for former Manchester United defender Gary Neville's football punditry.

Star striker Van Persie and Old Trafford legend Neville let their sons train with CITY, not United

What do you mean he's elsewhere? Robin van Persie's son is training with Manchester City, not United

Robin van Persie and Phil Neville's sons are training with Manchester City's academy, and not United.

We are ready to win the title! Liverpool hero Gerrard fires warning to rivals

Pictured with his team-mates after the match Luis Saurez tweeted: 'Very happy with this great victory! We continue fighting up there! Grand opening of my @adidasUK Primeknit Samba!'

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has said his side's 3-0 victory at Old Trafford should be a warning sign that the Merseyside club remain serious title contenders.

Keep Foy away! Jose questions whether ref should officiate Chelsea again after Willian and Ramires reds

Talking point: Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert speak to Jose Mourinho (centre) after Ramires is sent off

Jose Mourinho has questioned whether Chris Foy should ever officiate a Chelsea match again after the referee sent off Willian and Ramires.

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Albion Rovers 0-2 Rangers: Aird and Daly send Gers into Scottish Cup semis

Comfort: Jon Daly races off to celebrate after scoring to give Rangers a two-goal lead

Within the month we'll know where this Rangers team stands in the grand pecking order of Scottish football. Whether a whacking great wage-bill translates into trophies. It's been hard to tell so far - making judgments has been a tricky business.

Neville goes spare at United and Smith laughs at Sherwood... now that really was a Super Sunday

Manchester United and Gary Neville

EDGE OF THE BOX: Some more familiar rivalries were rekindled at the weekend, giving Sky Sports the chance to remind us just what they are all about.

Picture perfect... Arsenal stars Gibbs Szczesny, and Podolski celebrate derby win with selfie!

Selfie time

Wojciech Szczesny led his team-mates in a celebratory selfie on the White Hart Lane pitch.

Olsson backs beleaguered Mel after West Brom boss finally picks up win

Swede dreams: Jonas Olsson (2L) backed Mel as West Brom moved out of the relegation zone

Jonas Olsson has rounded on critics of West Brom manager Pepe Mel after they picked up their first win under the Spaniard.

West Ham's Collison set to join Championship side Wigan on loan

Big opportunity: Collison (right), pictured here celebrating with Matt Taylor, has made only four Premier League appearances this season

Jack Collison is set for a loan switch to FA Cup semi-finalists Wigan. And he is eligible to feature in the Wembley showdown against Arsenal.

Rodgers has the ultimate sales pitch as Liverpool plot return to Europe

Job done: Brendan Rodgers and Liverpool won't have trouble attracting top names in the summer

DOMINIC KING: Asked what a Liverpool win at Old Trafford would do to Manchester United, Brendan Rodgers' assessment was brutal and to the point.

Either Foy overreacted or Mourinho got himself sent off intentionally

Foy wasn't good enough at Villa Park... and Mourinho may have intentionally got himself sent off (I'd know, he's done it to me)

GRAHAM POLL: Chelsea have every right to feel aggrieved with the refereeing of Chris Foy at Villa Park. His performance overall was not good enough.

This title race will go all the way to the final day, roars Rosicky

Perfect start: Giroud (left) hugs goalscorer Rosicky in just the second minute of the game

Tomas Rosicky insisted the title race will go to the last day of the season following his spectacular winner after just 72 seconds at Tottenham.

Hull land teenage hotshot Ter Horst from Folkstone on three-year deal

Landed: Hull City have signed one of non-league footballÂżs most wanted strikers, Johan Ter Horst

Hull City have signed one of non-league football's most wanted strikers. Folkestone striker Johan Ter Horst has signed a three-year deal.

'Little Mozart' must orchestrate Arsenal's title charge: After wonder strike at Spurs, Rosicky can finally realise his potential

Rosicky - Little Mozart

If ever Arsenal needed a man to step out of the shadows and into a starring role in his midfield, it is now. And that man is Tomas Rosicky. What a way for a 33-year-old Czech to celebrate his new two-year contract.

Bale goes crazy for his new boots!

Close up: Bale will debut the new boots in Real Madrid's Champions League last 16 second leg tie against Schalke

Crazy and light. These are the Ronseal of football boots and do exactly what it says on the tin.They are Grateh Bale's new adidas F50 crazylight, which weigh an incredible 135 grammes and are inspired by a garish green and black arrow design.

Burnley star Ings pips Drinkwater and McCormack to Player of the Year prize

Danny Ings

Burnley striker Danny Ings collected the Sky Bet Championship Player of the Year trophy at the Football League Awards on Sunday night.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Cauley Woodrow, the teenager Magath has entrusted to help Fulham survive

Favoured forward: 19-year-old Cauley Woodrow has started Fulham's last two matches - against Cardiff City and Newcastle United - as they try and preserve their Premier League status

Sportsmail gives you the lowdown on the best talent at football clubs throughout Europe. Here, ADAM SHERGOLD gives you the lowdown on Cauley Woodrow, the teenager leading the line for Fulham.

Schneiderlin wants England call after turning back on France... and could become another Saint in Roy's squad

International options: Southampton midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin is ready to turn his back on France

Morgan Schneiderlin is ready to turn his back on France and wants to become the latest Southampton player to earn an England call-up.

Moyes humiliated as Reds reclaim spot on the perch thanks to Gerrard

Back again: Gerrard celebrates scoring the second goal by kissing the camera, just as he did five year ago

MARTIN SAMUEL AT OLD TRAFFORD: The home fans tried to drown out the celebrations, but it would appear United now have another noisy neighbour.

Arsenal and Spurs lead host of clubs to track Poyet's son Diego

Missed out: Poyet was part of the Charlton side to be knocked out of the FA Cup sixth round

A host of Premier League clubs, led by Arsenal and Tottenham, are tracking Gus Poyet's son Diego, who could leave Charlton in the summer.

Chelsea will sell Lukaku and replace him with Costa or Falcao and Tottenham could bring in Van Gaal

Romelu Lukaku looks set to leave Chelsea

FOOTBALL GRAPEVINE: Chelsea will sell Romelu Lukaku in the summer. Jose Mourinho does not want to give the Belgian striker a new deal.

Derby's starlet Bennett owes it all to his family after Football League award

Proud moment: Derby County's Mason Bennett (left) recives his LFE Apprentice of the Year award from PFA Chief Executive Gordon Taylor

Like many players Derby County's Mason Bennett feels he owes much of his young career to the support and encouragement of his family.

Everton defender Distin admits to mixed feelings about Europa League

Mixed feelings: Everton defender Sylvain Distin (right) has admitted that Europa League qualification could make for a tough but enjoyable 2014/15 season

Everton defender Sylvain Distin admits Europa League football has its drawbacks but the players would relish the chance to play in the competition.

Barcelona icon and Brazil World Cup winner who dived but delighted... why the retiring Rivaldo will never be forgotten

Former Barcelona and Brazil star Rivaldo has retired aged 41

It's one thing to score a winning goal in the last minute of a game; something else for it also to be a goal that completes a hat-trick and comes in the last minute of the season; and then something else again for it to be an acrobatic overhead kick from the edge of the area that means Champions League qualification yet Rivaldo produced all that on June 17 2001 in Barcelona folklore.

371 not out! Messi breaks Barca goals record with hat-trick in seven-goal rout (and he's landed some new boots)

New boots

PETE JENSON: Another game, another record. Leo Messi scored a hat-trick to become Barcelona's all-time leading goalscorer in all competitions. He goes past Paulino Alcantara and has now scored 371 goals for Barcleona who moved back to four points behind Real Madrid with an emphatic 7-0 win.

Fans warned as fake tickets for crucial Chelsea tie are touted for nearly ÂŁ500... as Drogba and Co touch down

Battle ready: Didier Drogba and his Galatasaray team-mates face a tough task at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday

Fake tickets being sold for much as ÂŁ500 are circulating for Tuesday's Champions League clash between Chelsea and Galatasaray.

Rooney and RVP are strangers, Mata's out of position and there's no Plan B... 10 reasons it's gone wrong at United

Man United 10 reasons

ADAM SHERGOLD: On this weekend 12 months ago, Man United sat 15 points clear at the of the Premier League. Now they're seventh with 26 fewer points on the board, having lost for the ninth time in the league.

Magath plasters dressing room with pictures of fans to inspire Fulham

Cottage industry: Dejagah wheels away after scoring the winning goal at Craven Cottage

Known as a disciplinarian, it seems FelIx Magath's tried and trusted plan for saving teams from relegation extends beyond flogging his players.

Hoy not Foy! Angry Chelsea fans wrongly abuse Olympic champion

Olympic legend Sir Chris Hoy was on the receiving end of some Twitter abuse on Saturday after Chelsea fans mistook him for referee Chris Foy

Sir Chris Hoy has again received abuse from disgruntled football fans after Chelsea supporters took to Twitter to vent their fury at referee Chris Foy.

Carroll uses head to think positive about chances of getting England call

How to get ahead: Carroll is hoping his aerial ability will help his chances of making England's World Cup squad

As weapons go, Andy Carroll's head is hardly secret but it is one reason why the West Ham striker can be optimistic of a World Cup call this summer.

AVB is strong favourite to take over at Zenit despite fans' backlash

New job imminent: Andre Villas-Boas is expected to become the new manager of Zenit St Petersburg

Andre Villas-Boas is expected to take over at Zenit St Petersburg, although the club have suffered cold feet after rumblings of discontent.

Cracks begin to show at Chelsea as Jose's juggernaught hits the rocks

Villa 1-0 Chelsea

LAURIE WHITWELL AT VILLA PARK: So it transpires even juggernauts can hit speed bumps - including Jose Mourinho's winning machine.

Bruce tells FA to butt out on Boyd as Hull midfielder is accused of spitting

Head to head: George Boyd (left) and Joe Hart shared a heated exchange after the Hull winger's dive in the area

Steve Bruce has defended George Boyd over allegations that he spat at Joe Hart during another explosive game at the KC Stadium.

Rosberg wins in Melbourne! But Hamilton is forced out and Ricciardo is stripped of second place in explosive season opener

Nico Rosberg wins the Australian Grand Prix

JONATHAN McEVOY IN MELBOURNE: Dancing, twitching, fidgeting, Nico Rosberg's Mercedes entered the final lap a full length of the finish straight ahead of the rest to win the first Australian Grand Prix of Formula One's new era.

Ricciardo's celebrations fall flat on podium ... while Vettel loses his rag

Rosberg

PHIL DUNCAN: Sebastian Vettel lost his cool with his own team during Sunday's Australian Grand Prix. 'Do something! I have no power!' yelled the world champion as he stared at Max Chilton's Marussia gearbox on his slide back through the field.

Horror show! Unhappy Ecclestone may seek legal action over quiet cars

Australian Grand Prix chief Ron Walker (top left) and F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone (bottom left) may seek legal action over the sound of the new car engines

Australian chief Ron Walker has described Bernie Ecclestone as being 'horrified' at the sport's new quieter era - which could lead to a legal challenge.

Hammer blow for Ricciardo as Aussie is disqualified from home race

Blow: But was later disqualified

Daniel Ricciardo has been stripped of second place at the season-opening Australian Grand Prix after being deemed to have breached a fuel regulation.

Mercedes dedicate Rosberg's Aussie GP win to 'fighting' Schumacher

Keep fighting: Mercedes had this message on their cars during the opening Formula 1 race of the year

Mercedes have dedicated their victory at the season-opening Australian Grand Prix to Michael Schumacher.

Your essential interactive guide to every Formula One race in 2014

Circuit Guide

The Formula One circus takes on five continents over eight months of gruelling action in 2014.

Brook makes no mistake against Robles in warm-up for world title fight

Landed: Brook was sharper and stronger than his Mexican opponent who was often on the back foot

Kell Brook's world title dream remains intact after he stopped tough Alvaro Robles in the eighth round on Saturday night.

Cleverly tells 'gobs****' Bellew he can 'have another crack' as fierce rivalry's rematch becomes a formality

Upper hand: Cleverly shows off his WBO belt after controversially  retaining it against Bellew in 2011

Nathan Cleverly has stoked the fire that is his rivalry with Tony Bellew during a social media spat following Bellew's TKO win over former Valery Brudov.

Froch accuses Groves of abusing him on Twitter as bitter rivalry continues

Tetchy: George Groves and Carl Froch clashed at the official announcement of their rematch at Wembley

The war of words between Carl Froch and George Groves has plumbed new depths, with the champion accusing the challenger of verbal abuse.

Khan hints at return in May on Mayweather vs Maidana undercard

Amir Khan (centre) could fight on Floyd Mayweather's (left) under card against Marcos Maidana (right) in May

Amir Khan has given the biggest hint yet that he will return to the ring in May after suggesting he would like to fight on Floyd Mayweather's under card.

Groves predicts three-round rout of Froch in echo of brutal Hagler-Hearns

George Groves promised to knock Carl Froch out inside three rounds

George Groves plans to stir memories of one of the most revered fights in boxing folklore when he takes on Carl Froch at Wembley in May.

WORLD OF GOLF: Aussie great Norman snubs Open farewell over sponsors wrangle

Loss: Greg Norman will play no part in The Open

DEREK LAWRENSON: The Open Championship at St Andrews next year appeared the perfect place for Greg Norman to wave goodbye, stopping - like the legends before him - on the Swilcan Burn for the obligatory farewell photo of a lifetime.

England go Dutch with orange kit for World Twenty20

Smiles better: England's Broad, Morgan and Buttler in the new kit

England have been given little chance by pundits of winning the World Twenty20 in Bangladesh but in one respect the future's bright, the future's orange. Stuart Broad and his team will wear orange kits at the tournament for the first time, resembling the Holland football team, although makers adidas call it a 'fiery red'.

Wounder warrior Clarke battled a broken shoulder in unbeaten 161

Centurion: Michael Clarke hit an unbeaten 161 with a broken shoulder in South Africa

Australia captain Michael Clarke batted with a broken shoulder when he scored an unbeaten 161 during his team's decisive win over South Africa.

Putin watches Sochi Winter Paralympics come to an inspiring end with wheelchair dancers, fireworks and acrobatics

Russian President Putin watches on as the closing ceremony of the Winter Paralympic Games takes place in Sochi

The 2014 Winter Paralympic Games came to a stunning end on Sunday night as as the Sochi games went out in style in Russia. Watched over by President Putin, nearly 460 artists danced, swung and sang their way through a display based around the slogan 'reaching the impossible'.

Trott's agony will happen again if action isn't taken on crippling cricket schedules, warn mental health experts

Jonathan Trott

More England cricketers will succumb to stress and mental health issues unless the problems caused by relentless schedules are addressed.

Farah insists he's 'fine' despite finish-line incident in New York

Worry: Farah was attended to but said afterwards that he was 'feeling good' despite the fall

Mo Farah collapsed and was taken away in a wheelchair after finishing second in the New York City half marathon on Sunday.

Djokovic turns tables on Federer with three-set win for Indian Wells title

Silverware: Novak Djokovic won the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells after beating Roger Federer in the final

STUART FRASER IN INDIAN WELLS: Novak Djokovic halted the resurgent run of Roger Federer as the world No 2 fought back from a set down.

England legend Robinson gives his verdict on star man Brown... Mike's a risk-taker, he is just fearless

Mike Brown

Mike Brown earned a resounding endorsement from a World Cup winner for his displays in the Six Nations campaign.

Vaughan 'conned' over Trott leaving England's Ashes tour with 'burn out'

Difference: Jonathan Trott and (inset) Michael Vaughan

Michael Vaughan has admitted to 'feeling conned' by Jonathan Trott's decision to leave England's Ashes tour when he was fit to play.

Teenage sensation Hull claims maiden Tour title after tense play-off

Teenage sensation: Charley Hull of England is not 18 until next week but has already won her first Tour title

England's Charley Hull claimed her first Ladies European Tour title on Sunday, carding a stunning closing 62 before beating Gwladys Nocera.

MARTIN SAMUEL: The truth about Trott is that the ECB are the best spinners of all

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There are two versions of the truth around Jonathan Trott; one pitiable, the other despicable. The first suggests the man is in denial about his mental state, talking about returning to play international cricket so soon after being invalided out of the Ashes tour with depression.

TACKLE KEOWN: Wenger would never blast stars in public... and why Robben must stop diving

Robben

Martin Keown believes Gunners boss Arsene Wenger would never publicly dress down his players like Tim Sherwood did to his Tottenham stars after their lacklustre showing against Chelsea last weekend.

MARTIN SAMUEL - THE DEBATE: What do you know, we all agree on Match of the Day...

Agreement: The Match of the Day panel, Michael Jackson, Gabby Logan and Sylvester the Cat

If BBC executives get their way, Match of the Day will start picking its experts from pools governed by the modern need for inclusivity. I just want someone who can tell me what is going on, and you want - well, what I want, actually, which makes a change from all the usual confrontation. What do you know, folks?

PATRICK COLLINS: The sacking of a decent man like Powell exposes football's silent scandal

The sacking of a decent man like Powell exposes football's silent scandal... we are treating unsung heroes callously

They fired Chris Powell in a prattle of cliches: 'Difficult decision... club's future in mind ... best for all parties.' Insincerity oozed from every syllable.

JAMIE CARRAGHER: Premier League title would be Gerrard's fitting reward for staying loyal to Liverpool

Gerrard has been loyal to Liverpool

Steven Gerrard's loyalty to Liverpool has been unbelievable. Had he not come from this city, I don't think for one moment he would have stayed.

KEVIN KILBANE: If the Gunners don't win the FA Cup their season has failed

Favourites: Arsenal will be favourites to win their first trophy since 2005

Following Manchester City's shock FA Cup exit, Arsenal are the overwhelming favourites and can surely look forward to ending their long wait for a trophy.

DURHAM DOSSIER: Barkley must be in England team in Brazil... and why Cornelius calamity could haunt Cardiff

Durham Dossier preview

ADRIAN DURHAM: Our no-holds-barred columnist was at Goodison Park on Saturday to take in Everton's match with Cardiff City.

BLAME SHERWOOD: He is NOT the man to take Spurs forward... he's to blame for their demise

Passion: But Tim Sherwood is not the right man to take Tottenham forward after a line of insipid displays

ALEX KAY: Tim Sherwood seems like a decent and passionate man. However, he does not seem to be the right man to take over at Spurs long term.

MAD DOG: Saints duo Shaw and Lallana are England's future

Mad Dog on Monday

Martin 'Mad Dog' Allen looks at Wayne Rooney's position in the England team - and is excited by Saints pair Adam Lallana and Luke Shaw.

A tale of two strike partnerships: Suarez and Sturridge ran riot at Old Trafford but Rooney and Van Persie were anonymous

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ADAM SHERGOLD: As Liverpool sustained their Premier League title push with a win at a declining Manchester United, the two strike forces most vividly illustrated the contrasting fortunes of these two great rivals.

Henderson: Ferguson hasn't said sorry but he doesn't really need to... he's a legend

Henderson

Few players represent the progress Liverpool have made under Brendan Rodgers more than Jordan Henderson.

Barca Simpson! Messi, Neymar and Co follow Chelsea in getting makeover

Toon stars: Neymar, Lionel Messi, Xavi and Andres Iniesta have all been made into Simpsons characters

Barcelona have followed in the footsteps of the Premier League leaders Chelsea by joining The Simpsons family. Lionel Messi, Neymar,

KIERAN TRIPPIER: The intimidating voice of Dyche has turned Burnley into Premier League contenders

The Footballers' Football Column: Burnley's Kieran Trippier

In his debut Footballers' Football Column Trippier reveals the secret behind Burnley's success this season - and which City star left the biggest impression.

Sherwood ''spot on' with rant after Tottenham's collapse at Chelsea

Tim Sherwood hit out at his Tottenham players

READER COMMENTS OF THE WEEK: Tim Sherwood's blast at his own players, Michael Owen's legacy at Liverpool and Arjen Robben's playacting.

SPORTSMAIL HALL OF FAME

He was great - no ifs or butts: Zidane scoring in the 2002 Champions League final, lifting the World Cup, doing his pirouette turn and nutting Materazzi