So Mauricio Pochettino is hoping to lift his Spurs players after the Wembley defeat - but admits there was a black cloud hanging over Monday's training session.

"It was difficult - that is the reality," says the Argentine. "Because we get two feelings, one a bad feeling but also you feel good because you did your best and performance was good.

"I spoke about the final to improve, this is a good game for growing, I think this is a very, very good opportunity to improve."

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There is no time for moping about at White Hart Lane. That's the message from Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino as his side look to bounce back from their Wembley woe.

Spurs entertain Premier League rivals Swansea tomorrow, three days after losing the League Cup final against Chelsea.

"We need to lift the players," says Pochettino. "We need to put the idea into the team that tomorrow is the most important game.

"We know that is difficult because the expectation was so high for Wembley. But we need to forget that."

But John Carver's smile soon disappears when he is informed by one member of the press pack that Newcastle have won just two of their past 24 matches against Manchester United.

However, the Toon boss is taking inspiration from December 2013 - when Newcastle recorded their first win at Old Trafford since 1972.

"We're confident," he says resolutely. "Remember the sequence when we went to Old Trafford? Hadn't won there for how long? Why not."

Newcastle know exactly how they can exploit Manchester United in their Premier League meeting at St James' Park tomorrow, says boss John Carver.

But there is not a chance that he is going to tell us....

"You have to find a way of breaking them down. We have looked at them, we understand how we can do that - and I'm keeping that right inside," says a grinning Carver.

Newcastle manager John Carver understands it is "difficult" for Manchester United supporters to become used to their team's more patient style under Louis van Gaal.

"They have seen how entertaining they have been, they have always been on the front foot going forward, lots of crosses, exciting football," says the Geordie boss.

"Now it has changed slightly because the new manager has come in with a different style - patient build up, lots of possession, lots of different systems which can be confusing.

"But the principles are the same - they like to keep possession, work balls into wide areas and get the ball into box. But it takes longer because he likes to go from back to front. I can see why the fans get frustrated with it."

Two more Premier League managers have faced the media ahead of their side's matches on Wednesday.

Stand by to hear what Newcastle boss John Carver and Tottenham counterpart Mauricio Pochettino had to say...

Prospective Rangers owner Dave King claims he has recorded a landslide victory in his quest for regime change at Ibrox.

King, who called for a general meeting to replace the current board with him and two associates, also says director Derek Llambias has acknowledged that his resolutions have been successful.

"Mr Llambias put it best by advising me that I had achieved a 'landslide' victory," read a statement from King.

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Bit of social media 'news' for the Twitterati.

Chelsea striker Diego Costa has signed up to the social networking site, external - and has already attracted over 26,000 followers.

Presumably they are all wondering if he can wind up Twitter users as well as he winds up Premier League defenders...

Oldham Athletic chairman Simon Corney still believes that convicted rapist Ched Evans is "entitled to work again".

Striker Evans, 26, was close to completing a move to the League One side in January before they pulled out.

"I certainly understand everybody's views on this and of course it is incredibly sensitive," Corney tells BBC Radio Manchester.

"He served his time, and I am a believer that once you serve your time, which our judicial system handed out to him, you are entitled to work again.

"At the same time I understand the furore we caused and the angst that we caused to some people."

Saracens announce the signing of Italy back row forward Samuela Vunisa ahead of next season.

Vunisa, who can play as flanker or number eight, joins the Premiership club from Italian Pro 12 team Zebre.

"I've heard a lot of good things about Saracens, about how they treat their players and how strong a side they are," he told the club website.

Following the news that Newcastle legend Alan Shearer is to be honoured with a bronze statue, we want to know which sport star you think should have a similar honour bestowed on them. And, most importantly, why?

Sam Roath: Matthew Le Tissier. One-club man and one of the most technically gifted players to grace the Premier League.

Ben Leach: Is Mertesacker not already a statue?

Scott Cracknell: Ian Ashbee at Hull City....only player to captain a side from League Two/DivisionThree to the Premier League and being written off with every promotion only to hold his own every year no matter what league he was in.

Give us your views on the BBC Sport Facebook page or via Twitter using #bbcsportsday

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A Leeds United supporters group wants to meet actor Russell Crowe after speculation that he is interested in buying the Championship club.

Dylan Thwaites fronts Leeds Fans LLP, which has been trying to obtain a 25% stake from owner Massimo Cellino.

He says they are interested in Crowe's role in rugby league, not Hollywood.

"There's parallels. Via fan ownership, he's taken South Sydney from a dire situation to world champions in eight years," Thwaites told BBC Look North.

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Former Manchester United and England midfielder Paul Scholes will manage Oldham Athletic one day, according to Latics chairman Simon Corney.

Lifelong Oldham fan Scholes, 40, has been linked with the vacant manager's job since Lee Johnson left the club.

"I think one day he will come and manage the club, but it's all about timing with him" Corney told BBC Radio Manchester.

"You have to ask would Oldham be the right club for somebody like Paul? It's not just about us wanting Paul, it's would it be the right thing for him?"

England footballer Adam Johnson has been bailed until 18 March after police arrested him on Monday on suspicion of sexual activity with a girl under 16.

The 27-year-old Sunderland player has been suspended by the club, pending the outcome of the police investigation.

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Former Arsenal, Tottenham and England defender Sol Campbell has ruled out a move into politics for now.

There had been speculation Campbell could even stand as a Conservative candidate for Kensington when Sir Malcolm Rifkind steps down in May.

But Campbell has posted a note on Twitter,, external writing: "My ambitions lie elsewhere in the political arena. There are a lot of discussions to be had which I believe is the proper way to get to the right conclusion."

It's all been a bit of a rush so here is a catch-up on what you may have missed from some of the Premier League managers who have been speaking over the last hour or so.

• Jose Mourinho says he can guarantee John Terry will get a contract extension to stay as a Chelsea player next season. The 34-year-old's current deal expires at the end of the current campaign. "What I can guarantee is he will be a Chelsea player next season," Mourinho says. "No doubts he's going to get his contract."

• Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal says Angel Di Maria needs more time to settle in the Premier League - and people should not be surprised by that. But the Dutchman says he does not know how long it will take. "The general answer is one year, but you can't give a general answer," he says.

• Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini has rubbished suggestions his job will be under threat if he does not win the Premier League this season. "I never have any pressure about the amount of titles," he says. "When I signed my contract, I was not told I had to win one title every year or five in five years."

As expected, League One strugglers Coventry City have appointed Tony Mowbray as their new manager.

Mowbray joins the Sky Blues until the end of the current season and will be in the stands when City take on Barnsley at Oakwell on Tuesday evening.

City manager Manuel Pellegrini rubbishes suggestions his job will be under threat if he does not win the Premier League this season.

Sunday's defeat at Liverpool leaves the champions five points behind leaders Chelsea.

"I never have any pressure about the amount of titles. The only pressure for me is when I see my team not playing in the way I want them to play.

"I repeat, when I signed my contract I was not told I had to win one title every year or five in five years. The title is important but not the only important thing."

First things first - any injury concerns for Manchester City? Nope. Although boss Manuel Pellegrini hints there may be tweaks to his line-up depending on the recovery powers of his players.

"The whole team is fit, we'll see how players from Sunday recover," he says.

These Premier League managers are coming down the Sportsday red carpet quicker than Oscar nominees. Who is this strolling up now to face the media? It is Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini...