Robin van Persie cut a delighted figure on Friday morning as he shook hands with new Manchester United interim boss Ryan Giggs. The pair embraced at Carrington all smiles, just months after Van Persie was in a heated debate with sacked boss David Moyes at Carrington.
A smile was rasied before Ryan Giggs' first press conference when a member of Manchester United's media staff introduced him as David Moyes.
Ryan Giggs has already sought advice from Sir Alex Ferguson after stepping up to the Old Trafford hotseat.
Ryan Giggs joked his first act as Manchester United manager would be to give himself a five-year contract
David Moyes has reached a settlement with Manchester United after being sacked by the club with just four games of the season remaining. The former United boss was just 10 months into a six-year deal when his torturous spell in charge at Old Trafford was brought to a premature end.
Jose Mourinho says Chelsea fans believe they deserve more respect for their continental exploits in the past ten years.
CHRIS WHEELER: Manchester United are going ahead with plans to table a £55million bid for Southampton stars Adam Lallana and Luke Shaw.
Sir Alex Ferguson has spoken of his anguish at the way David Moyes's sacking was handled by Manchester United.
Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard whose current deal is up in late June, has been talking to the clubs for weeks over finally agreeing a new contract.
Louis van Gaal's popularity at Tottenham has plummeted, with club executives angry at his flirtations with rival clubs.
The Barclays Premier League is reaching a thrilling climax, and we've seen one of the best seasons on record unfold right before our eyes. Here, our panel selects their Team of the Year.
Manuel Pellegrini made one last attempt to ramp up the pressure on Liverpool by claiming the title is theirs to lose. The Manchester City manager also insisted his players - including Samir Nasri, who received an unusual bit of treatment at Carrington - firmly believed they could still overhaul their rivals for the title.
Football Association chiefs believe they have submitted a strong bid for Wembley to host either the final or group matches in Euro 2020.
Arsenal are no closer to tying up a contract extension for defender Bacary Sagna, manager Arsene Wenger has revealed.
Luis Suarez will share the stage at the Professional Footballers' Association Player of the Year ceremony with rapper Wretch 32, whose lyrics include the 'n-word'.
Ryan Giggs unveiled his new managerial team at Manchester United, full of his old pals from the legendary 'Class of 92.' The interim boss, who has taken charge until the end of the season after the sacking of David Moyes, has brought fellow United great Paul Scholes back into the coaching fold.
New Manchester United interim boss Ryan Giggs says taking over from David Moyes is the proudest moment of his life, and admits he is nervous ahead of the match with Norwich on Saturday.
Sportsmail looks at five of the biggest issues facing the new manager of Manchester United following David Moyes's brief and unsuccessful reign.
Alex Ferguson will resist any effort to install Roy Keane as part of a new-look Manchester United managerial ticket.
David Moyes failed as Manchester United manager because he ignored the advice of Sir Alex Ferguson's backroom staff and it 'backfired' on him.
Ahead of another Barclays Premier League weekend, Sportsmail brings you the latest squad news and stats on every top flight fixture as it breaks.
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Arsenal fans could be forgiven for forgetting what Abou Diaby looks like, seeing as the midfielder has spent over a year out of action with a serious knee injury. But Diaby looks to be proving a point about his improving fitness with a stunning photoshoot, which shows off his strength, running power and agility in a series of brilliant photographs.
The way Brendan Rodgers tells it, he sought out Jose Mourinho. The current Liverpool manager was a youth team coach at Reading when he applied to join Mourinho's staff at Chelsea in 2004.
MATT BARLOW: Six weeks of shame are set to culminate on Sunday at Liverpool, scene of what Jose Mourinho regards as one of the greatest injustices.
Rangers chief executive Graham Wallace's 120-day review into the club's finances claims the Ibrox outfit have 'mismanaged almost all of their cash reserves'.
Liverpool's talisman Luis Suarez has said it would be a huge achievement to win the Premier League title over sides with much more resources.
GERARD BRAND: Your local team has just been promoted to the second division. Big deal. But when you only have 649 people to share the experience with, it IS big.
Chelsea and Spurs stars put rivalries to one side for David Luiz's birthday bash on Thursday night.
Computers in Whitehall were used to make insulting alterations to Wikipedia entries about the Hillsborough disaster, it emerged on Thursday.
NEIL ASHTON: John Terry is refusing to give up hope of making a remarkable comeback for Wednesday's Champions League semi-final second leg.
The nightmare implications of relegation from the Premier League this season are revealed as Sportsmail details the precise cost of dropping from the elite.
Liverpool have been playing the most exciting football in the Premier League under Brendan Rodgers, but what are they doing right and can Chelsea stop the red machine at Anfield on Sunday?
His blood may run the deepest shade of red, but this was the day young Steven Gerrard got his hands on the Championship trophy and made his Liverpool-loving parents feel oh, so blue.
Jonny Wilkinson boasts the natural instincts to launch a stellar coaching career, according to Toulon team-mate Carl Hayman.
CHARLES SALE: How much longer can the Chelsea hierarchy continue to endorse the desperate behaviour of manager Jose Mourinho?
Tim Sherwood has told his Tottenham players to respect Charlie Adam in the pre-match handshake before Saturday's clash at Stoke.
Hatem Ben Arfa is an £8million target for Serie A side Roma. The forward is out of contract at Newcastle next summer and the club could cash in.
Photographs of Jose Mourinho, Frank Lampard and other former Chelsea players have been used as evidence in a mafia murder trial in Naples.
It has been an ugly few weeks for Aston Villa. Four consecutive defeats sucked the club back into a relegation scrap and enraged supporters are beginning to call for Paul Lambert's head.
Chelsea midfielder Ramires will serve a four-game ban after the Blues accepted an FA charge of violent conduct following a clash with Sebastian Larsson.
SAMI MOKBEL: Cesar Azpilicueta will be rewarded for his excellent season with a new contract. The Spaniard has kept Ashley Cole out of the Chelsea team.
Avid World Cup sticker collectors in Rio de Janeiro were given a shock this week when a van carrying hundreds of thousands of Panini stickers was stolen.
IAN LADYMAN: Many people ask why Manchester United bothered overlooking Jose Mourinho a year ago if they are now going to bring in someone with many of the same traits.
Birmingham City plan to sign former Manchester City youngster Reece Wabara on a free transfer this summer.
Ian Ayre has given Liverpool's title challenge new context by admitting the club were 'seconds' from financial disaster four years ago.
SOMETHING FOR THE WEEKEND:Teams will be promoted this weekend, some will make it into the play-offs, others will miss out and a few will be relegated. It's a brutal cut to the chase; win or lose, stand or fall, succeed or fail.
Ryan Giggs 1-0 David Moyes: Interim boss is 'proud, happy and a bit nervous'...
...but the Welshman can't wait to kick-off his reign on Saturday evening
PFA court controversy by booking rapper who uses 'n-word' for awards ceremony
Luis Suarez will share the stage at the PFA ceremony with Wretch 32
Lampard and Mourinho photos used in Mafia murder case
Snaps of the Blues pair have been used as evidence in a mafia murder trial in Naples
Classy clobber to bowl the maidens over as Anderson launches clothing range
England bowler Jimmy Anderson has teamed up with a fashion firm
Djokovic announces that he and fiance Jelena Ristic are expecting a baby
Novak Djokovic has announced that he is set to become a father
Poulter rages after rules gaffe ruins his round at China Open
Ian Poulter vented anger at himself after an illegal drop cost him a two-shot penalty in China
Gerrard is guiding Liverpool to the title but he has already lifted the trophy... for Everton!
Steven Gerrard got his hands on the league trophy aged seven
Neymar, Messi and Ronaldo go missing in Brazil as crooks make off with haul of 300,000 Panini stickers
Avid World Cup sticker collectors in Rio panic
Win a FREE BET - take on Keown in our Premier League predictor
Martin Keown has made his Premier League predictions - now it's your turn
Ferguson 'upset' at how Man United handled the sacking of Moyes
Sir Alex Ferguson has spoken of his anguish at the way David Moyes's sacking was handled
MARTIN KEOWN: Liverpool's secrets revealed... but how can Chelsea stop sensational Sterling?
Can Chelsea stop the red machine at Anfield?
Oscar, Ramires and Paulinho hook up for Luiz's birthday bash
Chelsea and Spurs Brazilian stars put rivalries to one side for David Luiz's birthday
Arsenal's Jenkinson and Podolski pitch up to support dream night for young Gunners
Carl Jenkinson and Lukas Podolski get the camping gear out
Maidana confident he can take Mayweather into deep waters
Marcos Maidana says he has the power to trouble Floyd Mayweather in next weekend's fight
From Kop idol to rock god! Suarez poses as guitar hero
Luis Suarez is used to showstopping performances, but this was a step beyond
Which British champion showed off his freaky veiny legs?
Here's a clue: the super-fit man in question is currently in training for La Doyenne...
An Arsenal man's best friend: Ozil shows off his pooch pals
Arsenal's record signing Mesut Ozil revealed an intimate snap of him relaxing with his dogs
Neymar takes on rally ace Block in shootout with a difference... but who won?
Neymar is used to taking on the world's best defenders... not a car!
Meet Chelsea's Eva Carneiro... the busiest doctor in football
Chelsea first-team doctor Eva Carneiro was born in Gibraltar to a Spanish father
The Chosen Gone! Moyes banner has been removed from Stretford End of Old Trafford
David Moyes' infamous 'Chosen One' banner has been ditched
Which former Premier League defender suffered nasty cut to his chin in training?
One footballer showed off his nasty looking wound on Instagram
'Confident' Bernie cracks joke in court as bribery trial begins
F1 chief Bernie Ecclestone is in court in Munich, and could be jailed for 10 years
FRANK McPARLAND: I'm proud to have played a part in Raheem Sterling's career but the glory will be all his
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Ronaldo insists he is ready for Madrid's trophy push after injury
Ronaldo shook off his injury fears to make a winning return against Bayern Munich
Chelsea kid Baker scores wondergoal that draws comparisons to Zola's backheel
Gianfranco Zola's famous goal has been recreated for U21s
Liverpool take major step towards Anfield expansion which could be finished by 2016
Liverpool have reached a major landmark in their bid to redevelop Anfield
Robshaw enjoys break from play-off push as Quins skipper hits the town with Camilla
Chris Robshaw enjoyed a night out with girlfriend Camilla Kerslake
Madrid fans out in force to welcome their team at the Bernabeu
Real's players were reminded of the importance of their clash with Bayern Munich
Ivanovic eases past local favourite Lisicki
Ana Ivanovic defeated Sabine Lisicki to send the Wimbledon finalist out in the first round of the Porsche Grand Prix
Phelps set for return to the pool... but most decorated Olympian refuses to commit to Rio de Janeiro 2016
Michael Phelps is making a comeback
Here comes the new boss... and doesn't he look happy! With axed Moyes gone, Giggs is all smiles on his first day as Man United manager
Rooney has a new boss
John Barnes still singing for England! Former Three Lions star performs iconic World Cup rap on his sunbed
St George's Day treat as Barnes performs rap
Home sweet home: Andy Murray awarded freedom of Stirling and honorary degree from city's university
Emotional Murray joined by girlfriend Kim Sears
Selfie like Becks! Ex-England skipper takes topless snap by the pool during break
David Beckham has pictured himself chilling by a swimming pool
David Moyes: More of the best internet virals of the sacked Manchester United boss
Sportsmail pick the very best memes circulating around the web...
You won't Boliv-your eyes! Bolivian fans spooked by stadium 'ghost' which appears to run through spectators
Football spectators spooked by ghostly sight
THE GOLDEN YEARS: Liverpool v Chelsea - Busby and Paisley playing, Clive Walker turning it on and a memorable goal from King Kenny....
You can take the boy out of Atletico... watch footage of 12-year-old Fernando Torres singing chants about Simeone!
Chelsea star started out at the Vicente Calderon
Through the keyhole: Inside former England star Swann's custom built home.... which is yours for £1.2million!
Luxury home will bowl prospective buyers over...
Moyes drove to find his fate at 5am after a night of twisting and turning
IAN LADYMAN and SIMON JONES report on an incident-filled day for the former United boss
Cech out: Keeper will miss the season... and Terry's injured too
Petr Cech was forced off after dislocating his right shoulder and had to visit a hospital in Madrid
Thanks for not nicking me! David Haye poses for pic with policeman after being PULLED OVER for speeding
Former world champion received verbal warning
Watch the moment Klitschko is challenged by US veteran during press conference
Shannon Briggs turned up to offer to world champion to a fight
Rivaldo, eat your heart out! Samoa rugby star collapses to the floor holding his head after being hit in the chest
Rugby player in Samoa had fans in stitches
Keane: 'They should be ashamed of themselves'
Former United firebrand Roy Keane did not hold back on the current crop, blaming the players for David Moyes' sacking
Courtois watch: How did Atletico Madrid stopper fare?
The highly-rated Atletico Madrid keeper kept another clean sheet... against his parent club
Sharapova edges Safarova over THREE tie-breakers
Defending champion Maria Sharapova emerged triumphant from a gruelling contest
Diaby manages 45 minutes for Arsenal U21s in latest comeback
Injury-plagued midfielder Abou Diaby made his latest comeback against Chelsea at the Emirates
Which Premier League team will show off this wacky pitch design?
At a time of year when playing surfaces have areas found wanting this looks immaculate
Foxes clinch title after Dyer's wonder strike
Leicester clinched the Sky Bet Championship title with Lloyd Dyer coming off the bench to net a fabulous winner
Niall Horan from One Direction has picture taken with Atletico Madrid president
First Neymar, then Messi and now Enrique Cerezo met One Direction star
Kompany opens sports bar in Brussels as City skipper fulfils dream away from football
Vincent Kompany has opened two sports bars back in his home country
A look at England's World Cup base for the stars... and the WAGs
Roy Hodgson almost snatched a victory at the Maracana last year after just four days here...
Podolski returns to former club Cologne to celebrate their Bundesliga promotion
Lukas Podolski made an emotional return to Cologne on Monday
Ora for Team GB? Singer spotted in similar outfit worn by Mo Farah and Co at the London 2012 Olympic Games
Is singer Rita Ora set for a new career in sport?
Ryan Giggs and Robin van Persie are all smiles on the training ground... and here's how the striker looked...
Ryan Giggs addressed as David Moyes in light-hearted United press conference
Sir Alex Ferguson was the first person Ryan Giggs called after becoming United boss
Ryan Giggs' first job as Man United manager? Give himself a five year deal!
David Moyes agrees pay-off deal with Manchester United after being sacked
Jose Mourinho says Chelsea are the most important English side in Europe
Manchester United want Luke Shaw and Adam Lallana and will offer Southampton £55m for England duo
Sir Alex Ferguson 'upset' at how Man United sacked David Moyes
Frank Lampard close to agreeing new one-year contract extension at Chelsea
Louis van Gaal's Tottenham star has fallen as his attention turns to Man United job
Premier League Team of the Year: Our experts give their best XI, featuring Gerrard, Toure and Terry... so,...
Manuel Pellegrini plays mind games with Liverpool and says Man City can still win title (but what's up with...
FA bid to have Euro 2020 final played at Wembley as other home nations apply
Arsenal contract talks with Bacary Sagna are going nowhere, admits Arsene Wenger as prospect of losing...
PFA court controversy by booking rapper who uses 'n-word' for awards ceremony in which Luis Suarez is set to...
Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt and Phil Neville unveiled as new Man United 'Class of 92' managerial...
Ryan Giggs 1-0 David Moyes: New interim boss is 'proud, happy and a bit nervous'... but can't wait for 5.30...
David Moyes has gone but problems still remain... The top five issues facing the new Manchester United boss...
Sir Alex Ferguson to block any Man United return for Roy Keane as Gary Neville or Ryan Giggs preferred for...
Rene Meulensteen blasts David Moyes for overhaul of Manchester United backroom staff
JEFF POWELL sits in as the powerbrokers at Manchester United go about trying to find the successor to 'sacrificial lamb' David Moyes...
Paul Scholes is set for his very own title decider next week - just a day after being reintegrated into Manchester United. He will play for his local eight-a-side team in a crunch match next week.
Here's my reaction to your reaction about my piece on Moyes's sacking from Manchester United.
Nicky Butt has revealed the pride he, Ryan Giggs and Phil Neville will feel when they lead Manchester United from the dugout in the clash with Norwich.
Norwich manager Neil Adams once scored a winning goal against a Manchester United side containing Ryan Giggs.
Sportsmail looks into the background of United's executive vice-chairman Edward Woodward and the rest of the power brokers at Old Trafford.
Just like Sir Alex, the veteran Dutch manager will look to bring through youth at Old Trafford, as he did previously at Ajax and Bayern Munich.
Zinedine Zidane insists Ryan Giggs should be given a chance as Manchester United manager because he knows the club better than any other candidate.
CHRIS WHEELER: Ryan Giggs tried to steer David Moyes away from the rocks even as the Manchester United manager's doomed reign started to end.
The Liverpool striker gives the leather jacket and shades look a run as the star of a new Pepsi commercial with the tagline, 'Born to be wild'.
Diego Maradona used to skip past opponents with a drop of his shoulder and a burst of pace. These days he's whizzing past people in a go kart.
Ivan Rakitic starred as Sevilla took a step towards the final with a first-leg win over Spanish rivals Valencia.
Arsenal stars Carl Jenkinson and Lukas Podolski showed their true colours when they pitched up to lend their support to a fans' initiative on Thursday.
Chelsea are keen to speak to Paris St Germain about Ezequiel Lavezzi. The 28-year-old Argentine's representatives were in London early this month.
SAMI MOKBEL: Arsenal are considering a summer move for Southampton defender Calum Chambers to replace the departing Bacary Sagna.
Tottenham winger Andros Townsend has criticised Wojciech Szczesny's decision to take a selfie on the White Hart Lane pitch.
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert insists he is relaxed about the club's current situation and has stressed he 'fully intends' to remain as manager.
Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp has ruled himself out of contention to become the next manager of Manchester United.
Roberto Martinez insists Phil Jagielka will be fit for the World Cup after he revealed Everton and FA have held discussions on the defender's rehabilitation.
DOMINIC KING: Nine years on and former Liverpool forward Luis Garcia is still stopped everywhere he goes and asked: 'Was it over the line?'
Chelsea first-team doctor Eva Carneiro was born in Gibraltar to a Spanish father and English mother. She studied medicine at Nottingham University before working in emergency surgery in the Highlands.
Liverpool's players clearly aren't nervous about their potential title decider against Chelsea on Sunday. Manager Brendan Rodgers put his side through their paces, and was in a light-hearted mood, seen joking with captain Steven Gerrard.
When a young footballer receives his first wage packet, you would expect them to treat themselves to something nice and maybe expensive.
Rangers were plunged into mourning on Thursday night after legendary defender Sandy Jardine died following an 18-month battle with cancer.
Howard Webb has received an unusual endorsement from Bayern's Thomas Muller, who admitted the referee was right to reject his screams for a penalty.
Former Barcelona manager Tito Vilanova is said to be in a serious condition in a clinic. The 45-year-old was taken to the emergency room on Thursday.
Lima's late strike put Benfica in pole position to reach the Europa League final after an entertaining clash with Italian giants Juventus.
No clubs will be kicked out of European competition next season for breaking financial fair play rules, UEFA president Michel Platini has confirmed.
Kimi Raikkonen has hit back at claims he lacks motivation after a disappointing start to his second career at Ferrari.
Bernie Ecclestone insisted that he remains 'confident' as he arrived in court in Munich for the start of his bribery trial, which could see him jailed for 10 years.
Jenson Button is hoping the start of Formula One's European season next month will bring an end to the pain he is currently enduring.
Christian Horner has refused to chastise four-time champion Sebastian Vettel for initially disobeying team orders during the Chinese Grand Prix.
Red Bull chief Christian Horner has hit back at McLaren boss Ron Dennis for questioning his organisation's integrity in a dispute over an employee.
Floyd Mayweather provided an insight into his crazy training regime for his upcoming fight against Marcos Maidana in Las Vegas. The 37-year-old went for a bike ride flanked by two Bugatti Veyrons, worth in the region of £1million each, as he looks to extend his undefeated record.
There was pandemonium in Wladimir Klitschko's press conference on Tuesday when veteran American Shannon Briggs turned up. The Ukrainian heavyweight champion is due to fight Samoan Alex Leapai on Saturday night but Briggs shouted to him that he was only target practice.
JEFF POWELL: Amir Khan is stopping talking about Floyd Mayweather to concentrate on out-shining the world's No1 pound-for-pound boxer.
Alex Leapai is confident he can end Wladimir Klitschko's reign as world champion - and that it won't even be his hardest night's work.
Mike Tyson has a new-found respect for the IRS after revealing that they forgave some of his owed back taxes - while Evander Holyfield had woes too.
LAWRENCE BOOTH: The future of English cricket may just be in the hands of a man more likely to exclaim 'strewth, mate' than 'by 'eck'.
Chris Froome is clearly in top-notch condition for the Liege-Bastogne-Liege. Team Sky took to their offical Twitter to post a picture of his legs in training for 'La Doyenne.'
New York Yankees pitcher Michael Pineda was suspended for 10 games by Major League Baseball on Thursday for using pine tar to help him grip the ball.
Michael Phelps made an ominous start in his comeback to competitive swimming on Thursday, setting the fastest time in the 100 metres butterfly heats.
Alvaro Quiros and Simon Dyson share the lead following the opening round of the Volvo China Open at the Genzon Golf Club in Shenzhen.
Top-ranked Rafael Nadal looked more like his confident self on the clay in passing Ivan Dodig of Croatia 6-3, 6-3, to reach the Barcelona Open quarter-finals.
DEREK LAWRENSON: Tiger Woods has resumed 'light chipping and putting' and is still on course to return to the game as scheduled this summer.
England captain Alastair Cook hit his second LV= County Championship century of the season as Essex batted out a draw with Surrey at The Kia Oval.
Steffon Armitage has been encouraged to believe that he has an outside chance of earning an England recall after Stuart Lancaster visited Toulon.
CHRIS FOY'S WORLD OF RUGBY: Put aside the holes in his argument and consider the language Steve Hansen used to express his frustration about potential future All Blacks opting to move abroad to pursue their Test ambitions.
CHIEF SPORTS WRITER: Brendan Rodgers to the rescue. Again. It will be an act of sheer ingratitude if the League Managers' Association do not make him Manager of the Year now. Without Rodgers, where would British coaches stand following the dismissal of David Moyes?
It was a penalty, there is no conspiracy theory and Jose Mourinho is finally being seen for what he is; an excellent coach who is a graceless and immature man who needs to learn how to lose.
I believe Peter Moores deserves his second chance as coach of England. I know his first stint didn't go that well, but he was walking into trouble.
Southampton are a selling club. They produce elite standard players and sell them on. Theo Walcott, Gareth Bale and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain...
Nobody could ever accuse North East football of lacking emotion but that is a hindrance and Newcastle manager Alan Pardew was right.
Jose Mourinho had the opportunity to address the growing air of confrontation and indiscipline around Chelsea more than a month ago.
I was at Turf Moor to see Burnley secure promotion, and when the home fans voiced their admiration for Sean Dyche, they sang: 'Ginger Mourinho.'
NEIL ASHTON: Manchester United's next manager must be a man of immense pedigree, standing and stature. David Moyes was none of those things.
Ahead of this weekend's Premier League showdown between Liverpool and Chelsea, our picture feature Golden Years focuses on past matches between the clubs. Our photographs span the decades, and take in great players and memorable moments. Nick Metcalfe has once again been searching the archives.
While Steven Gerrard and Co focus on winning the three remaining Premier League games that will bring them a first title since 1990, their rivals suffer.
Joe Callaghan brings us the latest news and views from South America and provides a flavour of exactly how the World Cup in Brazil is shaping up.
FOOTBALLERS' FOOTBALL COLUMN: Frank McParland was instrumental in bringing Raheem Sterling and Jon Flanagan through.
'Everyone deserves a 2nd chance!' tweeted Kevin Pietersen on Saturday morning, after news broke of Peter Moores's reappointment.
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