Football

Milan are in talks with Manchester City over the signing of Argentina international Tevez.

Craig Bellamy scored twice for Liverpool and substitute Steven Gerrard netted another in a 3-1 win.

Real Madrid eased into the last-16 of the Copa del Rey with a 5-1 win over third-tier Ponferradina.

Newcastle, who spent three months in the top four, are now without a win in five matches.

Churchill are two points ahead of Dempo, who have a match in hand against Air India on Sunday.

David Sunday's brace was the stand-out performance of the day, while Yusif Yakubu reduced the deficit.

A win at Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium would move Madrid three points ahead of league leaders Barcelona.

Villa broke the tibia in his left leg while playing in the Club World Cup semi-finals.

Sandesh Gadkari scored twice as Air India rallied from a goal behind to beat Sporting Clube de Goa 3-1.

Churchcill Brothers are placed second in the League with 20 points, while Chirag are 12th with five.

Wenger has previously been criticised for a reluctance to spend big in the transfer market.

Udinese is a point clear of Juventus, which has played a game less, and two points ahead of Milan.

Juventus hold a two-point lead in the Italian league over AC Milan and Udinese.

The rout lifted Arsenal above Newcastle to fifth place in the EPL standings.

India football coach Savio Medeira says the five-time champions are not the favourites to retain the SAFF Cup.

Former India coach Bob Houghton feels the heights of the two players could be an impediment.