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Dutchman Louis van Gaal widely expected to be named the new United boss next week, just days after the Reds take on Sunderland at Old Trafford.

Champions League-winning coach Van Gaal is primed to be announced as David Moyes’ permanent successor at United after Tuesday’s final home game of the season against Hull

Ingall believes sixth-placed Sale’s play-off dream can become reality with a weekend win against Leicester

Scot Willie McKay found out over dealings in the July signing of Marc-Antoine Fortune as Wigan slapped with fine and warning as to future conduct

Wigan ensured their dream of an instant return to the top flight remained alive last night after securing their place in the playoffs with a 1-0 away win at relegation-threatened Birmingham

USA international Tim Ream has been recognised for his performances by the Bolton Wanderers Supporter’s Association who have named the defender as their player of the year.

Rochdale are chasing their first-ever silverware in their 107-year history on Saturday and can wrap up the League Two title if they better leaders Chesterfield’s result. To mark the occasion they are sporting pink pants in homage to manager Keith Hill.

Despite a 12-month lay-off, pride of Bolton Khan is brimming with confidence ahead of his highly anticipated bout against tricky southpaw Luis Collazo

Karl Marginson’s United face Ashton United tonight at Gigg Lane for a place in the play-off final against Fylde or Worksop Town

City set to accept fine, though appeal has 10 days to be successful

This year’s title race is bearing a close resemblance to the run-in two years ago when City prevailed