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17 June 2013 Last updated at 16:07 GMT Share this page print By Brian McLauchlin BBC Scotland   Hearts will go into administration within the next 24 hours. Papers have been lodged with the court of session in Edinburgh to formally begin the process. KPMG will be the company taking on the administration of the troubled Tynecastle club, while staff have been informed of the situation. If Hearts remain in administration by the opening of season 2013-14 in August, a points...

17 June 2013 Last updated at 11:21 GMT Share this page print By Phil McNulty Chief football writer Liverpool are pushing ahead with plans to make Armenian midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan their major summer signing. The 24-year-old is understood to have a £20m release clause in his contract with Ukrainian side Shakhtar Donetsk. Liverpool have indicated they are willing to meet that figure. Anfield officials are aware there may be competition for Mkhitaryan, who scored 25 league...

Spain v Uruguay Spain 2 Pedro 20′ Soldado 32′ Uruguay 1 Suarez 88′ 17 June 2013 Last updated at 00:14 GMT Share this page print By Neil Johnston BBC Sport Spain opened their Confederations Cup campaign in style as the world and European champions outclassed Uruguay in Recife. Former Arsenal player Cesc Fabregas had already hit a post when Pedro's 22-yard attempt was deflected off Uruguay defender Diego Lugano into the net. Roberto Soldado doubled the lead from...

Mexico v Italy Mexico 1 Hernandez 34′ (pen) Italy 2 Pirlo 27′ Balotelli 78′ 16 June 2013 Last updated at 21:35 GMT Share this page print By Ben Smith BBC Sport at the Maracana Mario Balotelli stole the show in Rio, as he crashed in a second-half winner to ensure Italy marked Andrea Pirlo's 100th cap with victory at the Maracana. The AC Milan striker fought his way into the penalty area and produced a fierce low shot to give the Azzurri their first win over...

16 June 2013 Last updated at 16:17 GMT Share this page print Former Newcastle United manager Joe Kinnear has confirmed that he has been appointed as the Magpies' new director of football. The 66-year-old, who managed the club during the 2008-2009 season, said he would be taking on the role of recruiting players. "The deal is absolutely done," Kinnear told Sky Sports News. "I signed the deal with owner Mike Ashley on Sunday. I intend to meet [manager] Alan Pardew this...

15 June 2013 Last updated at 22:51 GMT Share this page print Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho claims he knew months ago of Sir Alex Ferguson's plans to stand down as Manchester United boss, but says he was always intent on returning to Stamford Bridge. Ferguson, 71, left Old Trafford last month after 26 years in charge and has since been replaced by David Moyes. Mourinho said: "I knew that Ferguson was retiring many months ago. "I would have turned down every job in the world - the...

Brazil v Japan Brazil 3 Neymar 3′ Paulinho 48′ Jo 90′ Japan 0 15 June 2013 Last updated at 20:53 GMT Share this page print By Chris Bevan BBC Sport Neymar's spectacular third-minute goal set hosts Brazil on their way to a comfortable victory over Japan in the opening game of the Confederations Cup. The Barcelona striker met Fred's knockdown on the edge of the area with a blistering shot into the top corner. Paulinho made it 2-0 from a Dani Alves cross and Oscar...

15 June 2013 Last updated at 10:50 GMT Share this page print By Phil McNulty Chief football writer   Liverpool are close to securing a deal to sign Belgium goalkeeper Simon Mignolet from Sunderland. Although the Anfield club have offered £8m and Sunderland's asking price is £10m, an agreement is expected to be reached in the coming days. More to follow.   Also related to this story Liverpool set to sign striker Aspas 14 Jun 2013 Liverpool Liverpool agree deal for Kolo Toure...

Brazil Japan v KO 20:00 14 June 2013 Last updated at 10:46 GMT Share this page print Fifa Confederations Cup Venue: Estadio Nacional, Brasilia Date: Saturday, 15 June Kick-off: 20:00 BST Coverage: Live coverage on BBC Three from 19:30 BST, highlights on BBC One from 22:30 BST. Live text commentary on the BBC Sport website Continue reading the main story Lineup, Bookings (0) & Substitutions (0) Match Stats Possession 50 50 Shots 0 0 On target 0 ...

14 June 2013 Last updated at 15:35 GMT Share this page print   Manuel Pellegrini has been confirmed as the new manager of Manchester City after signing a three-year contract. The 59-year-old Chilean arrives from Spanish club Malaga and fills the role vacated by Italian Roberto Mancini, who was sacked by the club in May. "I am delighted to accept this hugely exciting opportunity," said Pellegrini. "The club has a clear vision for success both on and off the pitch and I am...