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United in Owen link

MANCHESTER United are to sign former England striker Michael Owen on a free transfer from Newcastle, according to reports.

United have lost star man Cristiano Ronaldo and Argentina striker Carlos Tevez since the end of last season and, although Owen suffered from a series of injury problems during his stint at St James’ Park, Sir Alex Ferguson is thought to be lining up a pay–as–you–play deal for the 29-year-old forward.


CHELSEA have rejected a second offer

Date published: 03/07/2009

County bowlers aim to finish on a high

GREATER Manchester complete their County Championship campaign with a group game against the Potteries on Sunday (2pm).

The reigning champions have failed in their bid to successfully defend the Crossfield Cup, but will be aiming to go out on a high after two group defeats.

The home venue is Hopwood Unionist Club, Heywood, while Potteries have chosen the Birches Head...

Date published: 03/07/2009

Fixtures and teams

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RUGBY LEAGUE

Tonight (all 8pm) — Engage Super League: Salford v St Helens; Wigan v Harlequins (TV).

The Co-operative Championship: Sheffield v Batley; Halifax v Leigh.

Saturday — Engage Super League: Hull FC v Leeds (5pm, TV); Celtic Crusaders v Warrington (6pm); Catalans v Hull KR (9pm).

The Co-operative Championship: Widnes v...

Date published: 03/07/2009

Strikers hold key – Hughes

MARK HUGHES accepts Manchester City will be judged by the quality of their strikeforce – which is why he is so keen to bring Samuel Eto’o to Eastlands.

While speculation continues about the imminent arrival of Carlos Tevez, who is now a free agent after the expiry of his two–year ‘lease’ arrangement with United, Eto’o remains at the top...

Date published: 02/07/2009

Living in the past

ANDY BARTON: Upset at refusal to switch a league fixture.

Bamford seek new challenge

ANDY BARTON, the Bamford Fieldhouse captain, has accused the Armstrongs Office Furniture Saddleworth and District Cricket League of having an “archaic...

Date published: 02/07/2009

Cycling update

OLDHAM cycling ace Chris Newton was celebrating after team-mate Kristian House was crowned National Road Race Champion following a superb performance in Wales.

Newton, the Olympic and World medallist on the track, was pin-pointed as the man in form by his Rapha Condor team, along with colleague Tom Southam.

The plan pre-race was for the team to work for those two...

Date published: 02/07/2009

Fergie backs Valencia to shine

Manchester United

Sir Alex Ferguson believes new signing Antonio Valencia can help Manchester United to a record fourth consecutive league title.

Having sold World Player of the Year Cristiano Ronaldo to Real Madrid for a record £80million, United are believed to have reinvested around £16million on the Wigan winger.

Valencia (23) is likely to be the...

Date published: 01/07/2009

KP can fire England to Ashes glory

THE start of the greatest sporting contest of 2009 is only a week away so it’s not surprising that opinions on its outcome are firmly divided.

As England and Australia limber up for the five-Test Ashes series, it’s encouraging that many of our former cricketing stars believe a home triumph is on the cards.

By the same token, it’s hardly a surprise...

Date published: 01/07/2009

Keith’s Tips

Here are Chronicle racing correspondent Keith McHugh’s tips for tomorrow’s cards:

REDCAR

6.10 Dabbers Ridge

6.40 Vilnius

7.15 Nchike

7.45 Military Call

8.20 Sign Of Approval

8.50 Master Nimbus

9.20 Stateside


YARMOUTH

2.30 Showcasing

3.00 Rakhine

3.30 Iasia

4.00 Buckie Boy

4.30 Jo’Burg

5.00 Three Ducks

5.30...

Date published: 01/07/2009

United about to sign, City to lose out

MANCHESTER United are inching closer to making Antonio Valencia their first signing of the summer.

The Wigan winger has cut short his summer break to try to complete his move to Old Trafford.

And the £16million deal is expected to be confirmed this week as Sir Alex Ferguson begins the task of spending the world record £80million fee United have just banked...

Date published: 30/06/2009

Ace home win

Belle Vue Aces hung on to secure a dramatic 46-44 win at home to Lakeside Hammers.

Kris Kasprzak (13) and skipper Charlie Gjedde (12) managed to split Hammers top pairing, Aussie Adam Shields (17) and Kauko Nieminem (10) in the final heat to secure the win for the Aces.

Temporary signing for the Aces Kevin Doolan made a solid contribution with seven points, matched by...

Date published: 30/06/2009

Blind eye better than a deaf ear

SERIOUS sport is war minus the shooting, so the old adage goes.

George Orwell came up with that one. Very appropriate too, when considering the second Test match between the Great British and Irish Lions and South Africa.

The Pretoria field was no place for shrinking violets as the two sides tore strips from one another right from the off.

Schalk Burger adopted the...

Date published: 30/06/2009

Keith’s Tips

Here are Chronicle racing correspondent Keith McHugh’s tips for tomorrow’s cards:


CATTERICK
2.30 Contract Caterer (nap)

3.00 Totally Invincible

3.30 Summer Dancer

4.00 Red Cape

4.30 Neva A Dull Moment

5.00 Bijou Dan


CHEPSTOW
6.40 Slice

7.10 Captain Jacksparra

7.40 Capo Regime

8.10 Jackie Kiely

8.40 Tuxedo

9.10 Just Jimmy...

Date published: 30/06/2009

Keith’s Tips

Here are Chronicle racing correspondent Keith McHugh’s tips for tomorrow’s cards:

BRIGHTON

2.30 Itsher

3.00 Rocky’s Pride

3.30 Lancaster Lad

4.00 Vita Mia

4.30 Astrolibra

5.00 Rocket Rob (nap)

5.30 Espy


HAMILTON

2.15 Exgray

2.45 Cayman Fox

3.15 Aldaado

3.45 Stateside

4.15 Outland

4.45 Sir Nod...

Date published: 29/06/2009

Huntelaar in United link

Klaas Jan Huntelaar is the latest big–name striker to be linked with a move to Manchester United.

Given the number of big–money signings at Real Madrid this summer, it would be no surprise if Huntelaar found himself surplus to requirements at the Bernabeu Stadium.

And, as any attempt to lure Karim Benzema to Old Trafford looks fraught with difficulty, it is...

Date published: 26/06/2009

Nicola retains England place

OLDHAM hockey star Nicola White has been selected for next month’s Champions Trophy in Australia — days after making her England senior international debut.

The 21–year–old Loughborough Students player appeared for Danny Kerry’s side for the first time against European champions Germany last weekend and did enough in two matches to earn a...

Date published: 26/06/2009

Keith’s Tips

Here are Chronicle racing correspondent Keith McHugh’s tips for tomorrow’s cards:


NEWCASTLE


2.05 War Artist

2.35 Tajneed

3.10 Keenes Day

3.45 Lime Tree Valley

4.20 Chaperno

4.50 Thin Red Line

5.25 Honimiere


WINDSOR


2.00 Dubai Set

2.30 Bridge Valley

3.00 Premio Loco

3.35 Oldjoesaid

4.05 Warringah

4.40 Secret...

Date published: 26/06/2009

Tevez future resolved soon

CARLOS TEVEZ is considering offers from Manchester City, Chelsea and one other club, according to the player’s adviser Kia Joorabchian.

After Tevez decided not to renew his contract with Manchester United, Joorabchian said the Argentinian’s future will be defined in “about 10 days” and hinted City were in pole position to sign the player....

Date published: 25/06/2009

Newton targets title victory

IN-FORM Oldham racing cyclist Chris Newton is targeting a victory in this Sunday’s National Road Race Championship to give his season a further boost.

Newton, the 35-year-old leader of the Rapha Condor team, is one of ten Rapha riders who are travelling to Wales for this weekend’s events, but they face stiff competition from all corners with Continental...

Date published: 25/06/2009

Keith’s Tips

Here are Chronicle racing correspondent Keith McHugh’s tips for tomorrow’s cards:

CHESTER
6.40 Zabeel Tower

7.15 Abandagold

7.45 Eastern Aria

8.15 Rising Kheleyf

8.50 Dingaan

9.20 Kiama Bay


NEWMARKET
6.00 Water Biscuit

6.30 Addwaitya

7.00 Statute Book

7.35 Dazinski (nap)

8.05 Medicea Sidera

8.40 Agapanthus...

Date published: 25/06/2009

Hart agrees loan switch

ENGLAND Under–21 goalkeeper Joe Hart will spend next season on loan at Birmingham after Manchester City confirmed the deal this morning.

Hart has been seeking first–team football since being squeezed out at Eastlands by the arrival of Shay Given in January.

City yesterday snapped up Stuart Taylor from Aston Villa, providing the cover they needed to let Hart go.

The...

Date published: 24/06/2009

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