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Sergio Aguero’s brace couldn’t save Manchester City from another disappointing result as they drew 2-2 to Queen’s Park Rangers at Loftus Road.

Mike Jones’ first-half free-kick was the only goal of the FA Cup first round game as Leyton Orient wasted chances before captain Nathan Clarke had a second-half goal disallowed for pushing.

The Trafford Sportsdome side stretched their winning run to three games, taking them up to fourth in the league, as they seemed to have put early-season consistency issues to bed.

Rochdale are one of a number of football clubs nationwide offering futsal scholarships for 16 to 18-year-olds, with the intention of encouraging graduates to study at university or pursue a career in sport at a high level.

The Latics lost 3-1 to Bolton Wanderers away from home on Friday night where they completely fell apart in the second half to concede three goals in quick succession after a strong first half performance.

Manchester City have suffered a stuttering start to Manuel Pellegrini’s second season in charge but MM believe he has to be given the time to turn the club’s fortunes around in the Premier and Champions Leagues.

England and New Zealand face each other twice this weekend as both codes of rugby contest international fixtures – but is it union or league that has the better chance of beating the rugby kings?

Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini has refuted claims that Yaya Toure would be leaving the club in his press conference ahead of Saturday’s encounter with QPR.

Mancunian Matters look at Oldham Athletic’s storied history in the FA Cup, in which they’ve played a number of thrilling matches and capturing the odd high-profile scalp.

Louis van Gaal is growing increasingly frustrated as Manchester United’s injury problems show no sign of subsiding ahead of their fixture with Crystal Palace on Saturday.

Rochdale boss Keith Hill is hoping his side can repeat last year’s magnificent FA Cup run which saw them beat Torquay, Rotherham and Leeds when they face Northampton Town this weekend.