Dunne deal as QPR sign former Aston Villa star

Richard Dunne was released by Villa boss Paul Lambert at the end of last season and the Republic of Ireland international has agreed to drop down a division after signing a one-year contract with QPR.

Newcastle and Sunderland fined for derby dust-up

Newcastle and Sunderland have been fined for failing to control their players during their stormy northeast derby clash at St James' Park earlier this month, the Football Association said on Wednesday.