English First Division

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LIVE: Sunderland v Crystal Palace
FT: Sunderland 2 Palace 1 (agg 4-4) - Palace win 5-4 on penalties

LIVE: Ipswich v West Ham
Ipswich beat West Ham 1-0 in the first leg of their Division One semi-final play-off at Portman Road.

Whitley escapes new ban
Sunderland's play-off bid has been given a shot in the arm with the news that Jeff Whitley has had a charge of violent conduct reduced by the FA.

Worthington lays Premiership plans
Norwich manager Nigel Worthington has moved quickly to prepare his title-winning side for the challenge of Premiership football next season by awarding Gary Holt a two-year contract extension.

Muirhead on trial at Boston
Bradford midfielder Ben Muirhead has been taken on trial by Boston.

Onibuje gets Seasiders chance
Preston youngster Fola Onibuje has been handed a trial at Blackpool.

Montgomery goes under knife
Nick Montgomery will have knee surgery this week which will rule him out at Preston.

Bantams give youth a chance
Bradford have put their faith in youth by offering contract extensions to six third-year scholarship players.

Brevett on comeback trail
Rufus Brevett made his comeback from injury for West Ham this week and could still play a part in the play-offs.

Coventry set to unveil boss
Coventry chairman Mike McGinnity has promised to announce the club's new manager before the end of the week.