Football - Clarke: Patience paid off at United

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Steve Clarke hosts Sir Alex Ferguson's farewell at The Hawthorns admitting the Manchester United manager would never be given the same time these days.

Clarke: Utd patience paid off

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West Brom boss Steve Clarke doesn't think Sir Alex Ferguson would have been given time to prove himself one of the best football managers in history if he was coming into the game right now.

What the back pages say: Chelsea set to bid for Ronaldo if United turn him down

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Cristiano Ronaldo is at the centre of a bidding war after it emerged the Manchester United target is wanted by Chelsea.. Read the headlines from the national newspapers on Thursday, May 16.

West Bromwich Albion v Manchester United - complete head-to-head statistics

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West Bromwich Albion take on Manchester United tomorrow afternoon in the Barclays Premier League. Check out the complete history of results between the two teams.

Paper Talk: Blues planning Ronaldo move

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Chelsea are to rival Man United for Cristiano Ronaldo, Arsenal are stepping up their bid for Julio Cesar, while Everton want Ogenyi Onazi.

West Brom to raid relegated Wigan for Lukaku replacement

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Steve Clarke is eyeing up a move for Franco Di Santo.

Following Wigan Athletic’s relegation from the Premier League West Bromwich Albion are preparing to snap up striker Franco Di Santo, reports the Mirror.

Manager Steve Clarke sees Di Santo as the ideal replacement for prolific goal-scorer Romelu Lukaku – who has been on-loan at the Hawthorns from Chelsea this season.

Whilst the Blues are considering allowing the Belgian to be loaned out again next campaign, West Brom aren’t prepared to wait that long and want to fill the gap up-front immediately.

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West Bromwich Albion v Manchester United - complete head-to-head statistics

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West Bromwich Albion take on Manchester United tomorrow afternoon in the Barclays Premier League. Check out the complete history of results between the two teams.

FM Preview: West Bromwich Albion v Manchester United 19 May 2013

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FootyMad attempt to assist you with their form guide as West Bromwich Albion take on Manchester United in a Premier League match on 19th May 2013 at 16:00.

FM Preview: West Bromwich Albion v Manchester United 19 May 2013

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FootyMad attempt to assist you with their form guide as West Bromwich Albion take on Manchester United in a Premier League match on 19th May 2013 at 16:00.

Steve Clarke: Alex Ferguson was lucky

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BAGGIES boss reckons Alex Ferguson would not have been given so long to win his first trophy in the current era

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson 'amazed' by Manchester City's decision to sack Roberto Mancini

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Retiring Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has said he was "amazed" by Manchester City's decision to sack Roberto Mancini.    

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson 'amazed' by Manchester City's decision to sack Roberto Mancini

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Retiring Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has said he was "amazed" by Manchester City's decision to sack Roberto Mancini. 

Gareth McAuley signs new two year deal with West Brom

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Gareth McAuley has given Albion a huge boost ahead of Sunday’s season finale against champions Manchester United by signing a new-and-improved two-year deal.

Relegation will just be a blip for Wigan - Martin Keown

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We are forever hearing how the Premier League is the be-all and end-all. If you’re promoted to it, you earn £120 million, if you’re relegated, you might as well not exist.

McAuley signs new Albion deal

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West Brom defender Gareth McAuley has extended his contract at The Hawthorns by a year until 2015.

Gareth McAuley: West Bromwich Albion man signs two-year deal

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West Bromwich Albion centre-half Gareth McAuley signs a new contract, tying him to the club until June 2015.

McAuley signs West Brom deal

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West Brom have announced centre-back Gareth McAuley has signed a new two-year contract, committing him to the club until 2015.

Gareth McAuley: West Bromwich Albion man signs two-year deal

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West Bromwich Albion centre-half Gareth McAuley signs a new contract, tying him to the club until June 2015.

West Bromwich Albion v Manchester United: squad sheets

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There could be six goals apiece, three red cards and a streaker on a donkey during this match and it is still unlikely that the final focus will stray beyond Sir Alex Ferguson and the long goodbye he has been experiencing ever since announcing his reti...

McAuley signs new Baggies deal

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West Brom defender Gareth McAuley has extended his contract at The Hawthorns by a year until 2015.

West Bromwich Albion v Manchester United: squad sheets

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There could be six goals apiece, three red cards and a streaker on a donkey during this match and it is still unlikely that the final focus will stray beyond Sir Alex Ferguson and the long goodbye he has been experiencing ever since announcing his retirement 10 days ago. This is the Scot's 1500th and final match in charge of Manchester United and he goes out on a suitable high – with his side as champions and chasing a club record 29 victories in a Premier League season. The hosts have already secured their best-ever Premier League points total (48). Sachin Nakrani

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Football - McAuley signs new Albion deal

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West Brom defender Gareth McAuley has extended his contract at The Hawthorns by a year until 2015.

WBA-MAD Stat Pack: West Brom v Manchester United

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Find out all the important facts and figures ahead of tomorrow's game

Alex Ferguson reflects on 'eight players, no keeper' at East Stirling | Jamie Jackson

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Ahead of his 1500th and last match in charge, Manchester United's manager looks back to his humble beginningsAs he was applauded to his seat Sir Alex Ferguson remained in character. "Settle down – thoroughly deserved," he joked to a press corps that ...

Alex Ferguson reflects on 'eight players, no keeper' at East Stirling | Jamie Jackson

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Ahead of his 1500th and last match in charge, Manchester United's manager looks back to his humble beginnings

As he was applauded to his seat Sir Alex Ferguson remained in character. "Settle down – thoroughly deserved," he joked to a press corps that has never quite known where they stood with him, just how the Scot likes it. "I don't know why you're clapping because you're bloody relieved. No more bans. I'll have to advise David [Moyes] on many things, I've got a hit list for him."

Ferguson has been through this routine for 39 years, nearly 27 of them at Manchester United. In his final pre-match press conference he had the jollity of the demob-happy. "I don't mind saying I'm glad of that in one way," was the verdict

McAuley signs West Brom deal

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West Brom have announced centre-back Gareth McAuley has signed a new two-year contract, committing him to the club until 2015.

Baggies eye Knoester

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West Bromwich Albion are considering a move for Feyenoord Under-19 captain Cas Knoester, Sky Sports understands.

WBA-MAD Stat Pack: West Brom v Manchester United

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Find out all the important facts and figures ahead of tomorrow's game

Regional Paper Talk: Reds target Tiago

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Liverpool will attempt to bring Sporting Lisbon defender Tiago Ilori to Anfield this summer, while West Brom want Wolves winger Bakary Sako.

Sir Alex Ferguson milestone no millstone for Manchester United

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Manchester United in great form ahead of final Premier League match under Sir Alex Ferguson.

The 21st edition of the English Premier League concludes on Sunday when the legendary Alex Ferguson manages Manchester United for the 1,500th and, in all likelihood, final time, presenting punters with an interesting betting opportunity. Many sites have covered the Moyes/Man Utd betting markets for next season which undoubtedly will be the talk in the upcoming off-season.

Roy Hodgson and Stuart Pearce to face-off in FA Legends match

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Roy Hodgson and Stuart Pearce will manage FA Legends and Army FA teams at Reading's Madejski Stadium on Saturday in a match to support the Armed services.

Premier League transfers - summer 2013

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Keep track of all the latest transfers this summer with our club-by-club guide...

Albion chase forwards

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Baggies reportedly after Di Santo and Sako

Baggies eye Knoester

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West Bromwich Albion are considering a move for Feyenoord Under-19 captain Cas Knoester, Sky Sports understands.

Sir Alex Ferguson's last game: Steve Clarke ideas for Manchester United manager bottle of wine

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Steve Clarke may not be sure what red wine to hand over to Sir Alex Ferguson after his West Brom side face Manchester United on Sunday, but we've got a few ideas of wines that would please the Scot as he bids farewell to the Premier League.

Clarke: It's tough at the top

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West Brom manager Steve Clarke admits the last few months have given him a "rude awakening" to the problems encountered by Premier League managers as he prepares his side for the final game of the season with Manchester United on Sunday.

Clarke still learning at West Brom

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West Brom boss Steve Clarke admits the last few months have given him a "rude awakening" following his superb start to life as a head coach.

West Bromwich Albion v Manchester United: match preview

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Preview for the Premier League game between Arsenal and Wigan Athletic at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday May 14, 2013, kick-off 19.45 (BST).    

Albion chase forwards

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Baggies reportedly after Di Santo and Sako

Reid doubt for Baggies

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Steven Reid is Steve Clarke's only injury doubt for West Brom's Premier League finale against Manchester United.

Premier League - Clarke still learning at West Brom

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West Brom boss Steve Clarke admits the last few months have given him a "rude awakening".

Clarke: It's tough at the top

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West Brom manager Steve Clarke admits the last few months have given him a "rude awakening" to the problems encountered by Premier League managers as he prepares his side for the final game of the season with Manchester United on Sunday.

West Bromwich Albion v Manchester United: match preview

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Preview for the Premier League game between Arsenal and Wigan Athletic at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday May 14, 2013, kick-off 19.45 (BST).  

Football - Clarke still learning at West Brom

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West Brom boss Steve Clarke admits the last few months have given him a "rude awakening" following his superb start to life as a top-flight head coach.

PREMIER LEAGUE NEW KIT: The strips your team will be wearing in 2013-14

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With teams now releasing up to three new kits in a season, Sportsmail looks at all the good, bad and ugly Premier League strips coming to a ground near you soon.

Google+ Hangout: MailOnline Sport's Football Friday debate led by Laura Williamson at Upton Park

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Sportsmail's Laura Williamson has trailed David Beckham in America and has the inside track on the London football scene as Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham all go for Champions League qualification. Watch her Hangout from Upton Park NOW...

Sir Alex Ferguson: I'm ready to move on with life after Manchester United

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Sir Alex Ferguson declares himself ready for life after Manchester United in final press conference as manager.    

Premier League preview

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North London rivals Arsenal and Tottenham will battle it out for the final UEFA Champions League place on the last day of the 2012/13 campaign.

West Brom v Manchester United

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Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's game between West Brom and Manchester United n the Premier League.

West Brom v Man Utd preview

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Sir Alex Ferguson will take charge of Manchester United for the 1,500th and final time when the Premier League champions tackle West Bromwich Albion at The Hawthorns.