Age ‘no barrier to Champions League Final ref’s authority’

Wolverhampton’s Jack Taylor today dismissed suggestions that Hungarian referee Viktor Kassai is too young to take charge of tonight’s Champions League final between Barcelona and Manchester United.


US firm buys Aldridge repairs company Lektronix

A Midland industrial machine repairs company has been snapped up by a US firm in a takeover.


Nigel Reo-Coker goes as Aston Villa start clear-out

Aston Villa’s exodus of players has begun with the departure of Nigel Reo-Coker who has been released after failing to agree terms on a new contract.


Eyesore Walsall home hit by arson

Arsonists targeted a house in the Black Country today.


Dean Smith has high hopes for Walsall FC

Boss Dean Smith today insisted Walsall’s Great Escape will prove key in his rebuilding of the Saddlers.


Fire alert at Wolverhampton sports centre

A sports centre in the Black Country was at the centre of a fire drama.


Police launch double murder probe

Police have launched a double murder investigation in Milton Keynes after two teenagers were shot dead.


Thomas Costello follows Cox’s lead

Birmingham’s Thomas Costello is looking to follow best mate Jamie Cox in making a statement to the light middleweight division next week.


Zak the Ripper is ready for a fight

Unlicensed boxing star Zak the Ripper has told Chuck Jones to expect “a tear up” on his debut next week – when Jason Welborn will fight through the pain barrier.


Adam Corbett goes back to basics

West Bromwich’s Adam Corbett is going back to basics to get himself ready for his professional debut at Walsall Town Hall next week.

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