Hull's players are backing Phil Brown as they bought their manager precious breathing space with a victory. The win over Stoke lifted the Tigers out of the relegation zone.

Bayern Munich are ready to cash in on unhappy France winger Franck Ribery. The struggling Bundesliga giants are disappointed with the 26-year-old's return this season and could accept about £30m for the player.

Rafa Benitez believes his players are angry at the way Liverpool's season has gone, and want to put things right. The Reds face Birningham at home on Monday night.