• Showpiece set for slow start

    Both Luton and York have bad play-off memories and Henry Milward reckons that will make for a cagey opening on Sunday.

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  • Paillade party, Brest exposed

    Sam Dymond expects Montpellier to clinch a first French title on Sunday, but fears defeat for Brest will consign them to the drop.

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  • Portugal: in profile

    We examine Portugal's chances ahead of the summer's big kick-off as they take on Germany, Holland and Denmark in Group B.

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  • Italy: in profile

    Having flattered to deceive since their 2006 World Cup win, we assess Italy’s chances in Poland and Ukraine this summer.

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  • Sweden: in profile

    Consistent but rarely world beaters, we consider Sweden’s chances of success in Group D alongside England, France and Ukraine.

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    Showpiece set for slow start
    Conference Both Luton and York have bad play-off memories and Henry Milward reckons that will make for a cagey opening on Sunday.
    Paillade party, Brest exposed
    Ligue 1 Sam Dymond expects Montpellier to clinch a first French title on Sunday, but fears defeat for Brest will consign them to the drop.
    Portugal: in profile
    Euro 2012 We examine Portugal's chances ahead of the summer's big kick-off as they take on Germany, Holland and Denmark in Group B.
    Italy: in profile
    Euro 2012 Having flattered to deceive since their 2006 World Cup win, we assess Italy’s chances in Poland and Ukraine this summer.
    Sweden: in profile
    Euro 2012 Consistent but rarely world beaters, we consider Sweden’s chances of success in Group D alongside England, France and Ukraine.
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    Premier League

    Title: City crowned champions
    Two injury-time goals clinched Manchester City the title on a dramatic final day as QPR survived at Bolton's expense.
    Title: Premier League bite-size
    No time for research? Check out our bite-size summary looking ahead at Sunday’s action in the Premier League.
    Title: City celebration may take time
    Man City are expected to land the title, but Sam Dymond thinks patience is required on what is sure to be an exciting final day.
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    League One

    Title: History points to Galpharm twist
    Mike Holden thinks it would be foolish to write-off MK Dons ahead their play-off return leg at Huddersfield on Tuesday.
    Title: Boro can make Wilson wait
    There was nothing to separate Sheffield United and Stevenage on Friday and Henry Milward is expecting a similar start on Monday.
    Title: Back a square affair at MK
    MK Dons and Huddersfield have played out two draws this season and Mike Holden expects more of the same on Saturday.
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    Championship

    Title: Irons look mighty at evens
    Mike Holden is backing West Ham to book their return to the Premier League with a convincing win over Blackpool on Saturday.
    Title: Splash cash on a Pool party
    Mike Holden is backing Blackpool to make up for missed chances in their return leg against Birmingham on Wednesday.
    Title: Many Hammers make light work
    West Ham are firmly in control of their play-off against Cardiff and Mike Holden is predicting a stroll in the return on Monday.
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    League Two

    Title: Roots under Crewe's control
    Mike Holden is backing Crewe to extend their 17-match unbeaten run at Southend in Wednesday's play-off second leg.
    Title: Robins could revert to hold firm
    Mike Holden thinks Cheltenham will revert to a trusted formation to secure play-off progress at Torquay on Thursday.
    Title: Town to strike first blow
    After confounding expectations to finish fifth, Henry Milward expects Cheltenham to take the initiative against Torquay on Sunday.
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