Joe Allen named Stoke City player-of-the-year at gala dinner last night. He won the Sir Stanley Matthews Trophy by topping a poll of fans.
Ben Davies we have point to prove against Mexico. "They're looking forward to a World Cup, It's about taking these friendly matches as seriously as we can and making sure we have a point to prove, that we feel we should be there." [BBC Sport]
Crystal Palace considering a move for Joe Allen, Wolves and West Ham United are thought also interested.
West Ham have officially confirmed that retired international James Collins will leave when his contract expires on 30 Jun 18.
Rhoys Wiggins, has just retired from football aged 30. "I'm absolutely gutted on a number of levels". [afcb]
Jayne Ludlow will announce the Women's squad for the World Cup qualifying matches against Bosnia-Herzegovina and Russia on Wednesday 23 May at around 11:30am. photo embedded from leaderlive.co.uk]