Oxford name ex-Leeds assistant Clotet as boss

Oxford United appoint former Leeds United and Swansea City assistant boss Pep Clotet as their new manager.

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Chelsea to pay £125m for three players, Man Utd want Hart - gossip

Chelsea close to £125m triple signing, Man Utd want Hart if De Gea leaves, West Ham fail in record striker bids, plus more.

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England U19 striker joins Benfica from Arsenal

Arsenal's 19-year-old forward Chris Willock is to join Portuguese club Benfica on a five-year deal.

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Germany beat Spain to win U21 Euro final

Germany win their second European Under-21 Championship with victory over four-time champions Spain in Poland.

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England players' last chance to impress for Euros, says Houghton

England captain Steph Houghton says Saturday's friendly with Denmark will be the players' final chance to impress before Women's Euros 2017.

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National semi-final postponed because nobody has the keys

The semi-final of a national championship is postponed after officials lost keys to the stadium.

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Fabio Borini: Sunderland striker joins AC Milan on initial loan

Sunderland striker Fabio Borini joins Italian giants AC Milan on loan with a view to a permanent deal.

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Angelo Ogbonna: West Ham defender signs five-year deal

West Ham defender Angelo Ogbonna signs a new five-year deal to keep him at London Stadium until 2022.

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Felix Wiedwald: Leeds United sign Werder Bremen goalkeeper for undisclosed fee

Leeds United sign Werder Bremen goalkeeper Felix Wiedwald for an undisclosed fee on a three-year deal.

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Confusion continues as Linfield parade Robinson as new player

Josh Robinson dons a Linfield top at Windsor Park on Friday in the latest twist in the battle with Crusaders over the defender's future.

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Gerard Deulofeu: Barcelona to buy back winger from Everton

Barcelona are to sign Gerard Deulofeu from Everton after exercising their buy-back clause.

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Naby Keita: Liverpool willing to pay club record fee for Leipzig midfielder

Liverpool are willing to pay a club record fee to bring RB Leipzig midfielder Naby Keita to Anfield this summer.

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Ramon Leeuwin: Utrecht defender 'run over' at training ground

Utrecht defender Ramon Leeuwin is in hospital after being hit by a motorbike at the Dutch club's training ground, his club says.

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Stevie May: Aberdeen make offer for Preston North End striker

Aberdeen make an offer to Preston North End for Stevie May, but the striker continues to train with the Championship club.

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Hearts: Ian Cathro denies interest in former Rangers goalkeeper Allan McGregor

Head coach Ian Cathro insists Hearts will not make a move to sign Scotland goalkeeper Allan McGregor from Hull City.

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Clubs asked to check cladding following Grenfell Tower fire

Premier League and Football League clubs are asked to check on any external cladding on their stadiums in the wake of the Grenfell Tower fire.

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Grayson better for Sunderland than McInnes - Kilbane

Simon Grayson's wider experience of the English game makes him a better choice for Sunderland than Derek McInnes, says Kevin Kilbane.

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Euro opponents better technically - St Johnstone boss

St Johnstone's recent Europa League opponents, including Lithuanian side Trakai, are technically superior, admits Saints boss Tommy Wright.

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Messi prepares to marry his childhood sweetheart

The football superstar returns to his hometown in Argentina to marry his childhood sweetheart.

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Tottenham and Man City enter Checkatrade Trophy

Tottenham and Manchester City are among the new clubs who will play in next season's Checkatrade Trophy.

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Rangers 1-0 Progres Niederkorn: Luxembourg side eye historic first Euro win

Progres Niederkorn boss Paolo Amodio is delighted to avoid an Ibrox thrashing but thinks his side can now achieve a historic first European win.

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Terriers sign Mooy from Man City for record £8m

Huddersfield Town sign midfielder Aaron Mooy from Manchester City for a club record fee of £8m, which could rise to £10m.

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Kieran Tripper signs five-year deal at Tottenham to commit until 2022

England full-back Kieran Trippier signs a new contract that commits him to Tottenham Hotspur until 2022.

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Boss Wagner extends Huddersfield contract

Huddersfield Town boss David Wagner signs a new two-year deal after guiding the club to the Premier League for the first time.

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Two NI clubs both claim to have signed same player

Linfield and Crusaders both claim to have signed defender Josh Robinson who has returned to Northern Ireland after a year at York City.

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Bournemouth sign Ake from Chelsea for club record fee

Bournemouth sign Netherlands defender Nathan Ake for a reported £20m from Premier League champions Chelsea.

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Arsene Wenger: Chief executive Ivan Gazidis begs fans to support Arsenal boss

Arsenal chief executive Ivan Gazidis begs fans to support manager Arsene Wenger and promises "top quality" signings.

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Kyle Walker: Manchester City open talks with Tottenham for England defender

Manchester City begin talks with Premier League rivals Tottenham about the potential signing of England full-back Kyle Walker.

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Gossip - Liverpool to bid for £70m-rated Keita

Liverpool to table £70m Naby Keita bid, Antonio Conte's Chelsea frustration, Watford want Kieran Gibbs, plus more.

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Europa League: Crusaders see off FK Liepaja in Seaview first leg

Irish Premiership runners-up Crusaders beat Latvian opponents FC Liepaja 3-1 in the first leg of their Europa League first qualifying round tie at Seaview.

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Connah's Quay claim famous win over HJK Helsinki

Nathan Woolfe gives Connah's Quay Nomads a famous win in their Europa League first qualifying round, first leg game against HJK Helsinki.

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Derry lose heavily to FC Midtjylland in Europe

Derry City go down 6-1 to Danish team FC Midtjylland in the first leg of their Europa League first round qualifier.

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Shaun Maloney: Aberdeen agree deal for Scotland midfielder

Scotland midfielder Shaun Maloney is set to sign a one-year deal with Aberdeen, subject to completing a medical.

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Celtic: Midfielder Kundai Benyu joins club on four-year contract

Celtic complete the signing of midfielder Kundai Benyu from Ipswich Town on a four-year contract

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Luton's King retires 'to concentrate on being happy'

Luton Town goalkeeper Craig King decides to step away from professional football as a result of depression.

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Fernando Llorente: Swansea City striker breaks arm while cycling on holiday

Swansea City striker Fernando Llorente fractures a bone in his lower arm while cycling on a family holiday.

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Arsenal Ladies sign winger Evans from Bayern

Arsenal Ladies sign Scotland international winger Lisa Evans from German Bundesliga side Bayern Munich.

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I've joined biggest club in Edinburgh, says Hearts' Lafferty

Kyle Lafferty insists a move to Hibernian did not appeal to him after signing a two-year contract with their rivals Hearts.

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Jermain Defoe: Sunderland striker joins Bournemouth on free transfer

Sunderland striker Jermain Defoe has re-signed for former club Bournemouth on a free transfer.

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Michael Keane: Everton close to signing Burnley defender

Everton are close to signing England centre-back Michael Keane in a £25m deal from Premier League rivals Burnley.

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Sunderland to speak to Preston boss Grayson

Sunderland are given permission by Championship rivals Preston to speak to Simon Grayson about their managerial vacancy.

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Ronaldo to miss play-off after birth of twins

The Portuguese footballer says he is "very happy" to be able to see his babies for the first time.

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Barcelona host Chapecoense in friendly at the Nou Camp on 7 August

Barcelona will play Chapecoense in a friendly at the Nou Camp on 7 August to pay tribute to those who died in the Brazilian team's plane crash.

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Wes Brown: Crewe abandon interest in ex-Manchester United & England defender

Crewe end their interest in former Manchester United defender Wes Brown after he fails to show up for a meeting.

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Serious Fraud Office probes Fifa World Cup bidding report

The Serious Fraud Office says it is reviewing a newly-released report into England's bids to stage the 2018 and 2022 World Cups.

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Gossip - Bayern drop interest in Arsenal's Sanchez

Manchester City lead race for Alexis Sanchez, Gareth Bale keen on Manchester United, Michael Keane to Everton, plus more.

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Rangers, Red Imps and margarine - try our Europa League quiz

Which team sounds like a brand of margarine and where do the Red Imps play? Take our Europa League quiz.

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Germany v Mexico for place in Confederations Cup final

Germany boss Joachim Low is delighted with his young team as they bid to beat Mexico and reach the Confederations Cup final.

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Alexandre Lacazette: Arsenal in negotiations to sign French striker from Lyon

Arsenal have a bid rejected for France international striker Alexandre Lacazette, but negotiations are still ongoing with Lyon.

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Brendan Rodgers fields son Anton in Celtic friendly against BW Linz

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers' son Anton features as a trialist during the friendly win over BW Linz in Austria.

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Football coach checks slip through the net

The SYFA has not dealt with dozens of youth football coaches who were flagged as potential dangers.

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The highs and lows of new Hearts signing Kyle Lafferty's time in Scotland

Goals, titles, conflict and controversy - BBC Scotland looks back on new Hearts signing Kyle Lafferty's highs and lows.

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Birmingham City: Kevin Bond reunited with Harry Redknapp as his assistant

Birmingham City appoint Kevin Bond as Harry Redknapp's number two - the fifth time they have worked together.

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Boro's Danish winger Fischer joins Mainz

Middlesbrough winger Viktor Fischer joins Bundesliga side Mainz for an undisclosed fee.

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Leeds United: Championship club buy back Elland Road home

Championship side Leeds United buy back their Elland Road ground, 13 years after selling it.

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Reality Check: Are England terrible at penalty shootouts?

The England Under-21s' defeat on penalties brings back memories of previous shootouts lost.

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Kyle Lafferty: Hearts sign Northern Ireland forward on two-year deal

Northern Ireland forward Kyle Lafferty joins Hearts on a two-year deal, subject to a medical.

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Scott Tanser: St Johnstone sign left-back on one-year deal

St Johnstone sign Scott Tanser and hope to include him in their squad for Thursday's Europa League match against Trakai.

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Bafetimbi Gomis: Galatasaray sign French striker from Swansea City

Turkish side Galatasaray sign striker Bafetimbi Gomis from Swansea City for an undisclosed fee.

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Fulham and ex-England midfielder Parker retires

Fulham and former England international midfielder Scott Parker announces his retirement from football.

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Ex-coach Bennell in court on 14 further abuse charges

The ex-football coach is accused of a total of 55 sexual abuse charges against boys as young as 11.

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Bristol City sign Senegal striker Diedhiou for £5.3m

Bristol City break their transfer record to sign Senegal international striker Famara Diedhiou from Angers for £5.3m.

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Craig Cathcart: NI defender signs four-year deal with Watford

Northern Ireland defender Craig Cathcart pens a new four-year contract with Premier League side Watford.

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Ricky Miller: Peterborough United striker banned for six games for biting

Peterborough United striker Ricky Miller will miss the first six games of the season after being banned for biting.

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Six new signings in Rangers squad to face Luxembourg side

Barrie McKay will not feature for Rangers in Thursday's Europa League first qualifying round first leg with Progres Niedercorn.

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Juwon Oshaniwa exits Hearts by mutual consent a year before contract ends

Nigeria left-back Juwon Oshaniwa leaves Hearts by mutual consent a year before his contract was due to expire.

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Champions League qualifier: Linfield's only focus is La Fiorita - Healy

Linfield boss David Healy says he is only thinking of overcoming La Fiorita in the Champions League qualifier and not a possible second-round game against Celtic.

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Europa League: FK Haugesund v Coleraine (Thu)

Coleraine will be without Chris Johns and Lyndon Kane for the Europa League qualifier first leg against FK Haugesund in Norway.

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Europa League qualifier: Odd v Ballymena United (Thu)

Ballymena United prepare to face Norwegian outfit Odd BK in the first leg of their Europa League first qualifying round tie in Skien.

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England Under-21s practised penalties - Aidy Boothroyd

England Under-21 boss Aidy Boothroyd insists their penalty shootout defeat by Germany in the semi-finals of the European U21 Championship was not the result a lack of preparation.

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Dani Alves: Defender leaves Juventus after one season in Italy

Manchester City target Dani Alves leaves Italian champions Juventus after one season in which he made 33 appearances.

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Hillsborough disaster: Charges decision due

Families of the 96 victims of the 1989 disaster will be told later what prosecutors have decided.

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'Stop Ronaldo getting the ball' - Chile's semi-final plan

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Confederations Cup game between Portugal and Chile.

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How well do you remember England's penalty pain?

It was a familiar story for England as they lost on penalties to Germany. How much do you remember about the nation's shootout defeats?

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England U21s 'practised and practised and practised penalties'

England's defeat by Germany in the Euro Under-21 semis was not the result of a lack of preparation, says boss Aidy Boothroyd.

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Everton close in on Keane as Milan target Koscielny - gossip

Michael Keane chooses Everton over Manchester United, Anthony Martial wants to leave Old Trafford, kit delays Romelu Lukaku's Chelsea move, plus more.

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Rooney future 'could clog up pre-season' - Neville

Wayne Rooney's future needs to be resolved to stop it "clogging up" Manchester United's pre-season, says Gary Neville.

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Saul scores hat-trick as Spain join Germany in U21 final

Saul Niguez scores a hat-trick as Spain beat Italy to set up a European Under-21 Championship final with Germany.

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Highlights: The New Saints lose Champions League opener

Watch BBC Wales Sport's highlights as the New Saints lose to Europa FC of Gibraltar in the home leg of their Champions League first qualifying round tie.

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The New Saints lose first leg of Champions League qualifier

The New Saints face an uphill struggle in the Champions League first qualifying round after losing the first leg 2-1 at home against Europa FC of Gibraltar.

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Paolo Maldini: Former Italy defender beaten on pro tennis debut

AC Milan and Italy great Paolo Maldini's professional tennis debut ends in defeat at the Aspria Tennis Cup in Milan.

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I had to sleep rough before Monaco trials - Diao

Former Senegal midfielder had to spend 10 days sleeping rough under a stadium while awaiting his trial with his first club.

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Salvatore Sirigu: Torino sign Italy international from Paris St-Germain

Torino sign goalkeeper Salvatore Sirigu from Paris St-Germain on a free transfer following Joe Hart's return to Manchester City.

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Helder Costa: Wolves chairman Jeff Shi determined to keep winger

Wolves chairman Jeff Shi says the Championship club do not want to allow star winger Helder Costa to leave.

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Eros Pisano: Bristol City sign Hellas Verona defender

Championship club Bristol City sign defender Eros Pisano on a two-year contract from Italian side Hellas Verona.

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Senegal bigger than Liverpool - Diouf

Senegalese footballer El Hadji Diouf shares his unvarnished thoughts on former Liverpool team-mates Steven Gerrard and Jamie Carragher.

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'We don't see doping as a problem in football' says Russia's World Cup chief Alexey Sorokin

2018 Russia World Cup chief says 'We don't see doping as a problem in football'

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Rangers midfielder Halliday nears Azerbaijan loan move

Rangers midfielder Andy Halliday is close to completing a season-long loan move to Azerbaijani outfit Gabala.

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World Cup 2022: Fifa releases 2022 'corruption' report

A 403-page report into claims of alleged corruption in Qatar's successful 2022 World Cup bid is released by Fifa.

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Mendes gives evidence in Falcao tax case

Football agent Jorge Mendes appears before a Madrid court investigating alleged tax evasion by Radamel Falcao, one of his clients.

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England's Jill Scott gets US singer Jill Scott's support

England international Jill Scott tells BBC Sport about the supportive tweet she received from the US singer with the same name after fans mixed the two up on social media.

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Linfield v La Fiorita (Wed)

Linfield must overcome La Fiorita in order to secure a second-round qualifier against Celtic in the Championship League.

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Swansea close in on £10m Las Palmas midfielder Mesa

Swansea City are in advanced talks to sign Spanish defensive midfielder Roque Mesa for more than £10m from Las Palmas.

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Everton close in on Nigeria striker Onyekuru

Everton are close to completing a £7m deal for KAS Eupen's highly-regarded Nigerian striker Henry Onyekuru.

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Stewart joins Aberdeen on loan from Birmingham

Birmingham City striker Greg Stewart joins Aberdeen on a year-long loan, making him the Dons' third summer signing.

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PM wants inquiry after Slovakia's Euro U21 exit

Slovakia's prime minister Robert Fico wants Uefa to investigate his country's group-stage exit from the European Under-21 Championship.

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Scotland without injured Beattie for Women's Euro 2017

Jen Beattie is ruled out through injury as Scotland name their squad for next month's Women's Euro 2017 finals.

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Safe standing: League one side Shrewsbury Town first in England to apply for rail seats

League One side Shrewsbury Town are the first English club to apply for safe standing and aim to have it in use before the end of the 2017/18 season.

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Man City close to Alves deal - transfer gossip

Manchester City confident of signing Juventus' Dani Alves this week, West Ham bid for Arsenal's Olivier Giroud, plus more.

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World Cup 2022: Suppressed report into corruption allegations published

Claims of alleged corruption in Qatar's successful 2022 World Cup bid are published in the German media.

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Steve Parish: Crystal Palace chairman says club 'bought' their way out of trouble

Crystal Palace "bought" their way out of trouble last season by appointing Sam Allardyce and spending in January, says Eagles chairman Steve Parish.

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Lyon sign Chelsea striker Traore for £8.8m

Chelsea striker Bertrand Traore joins Lyon for a fee of £8.8m on a five-year contract.

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Johnny Metgod: Nottingham Forest appoint ex-midfielder as director

Former Nottingham Forest and Netherlands midfielder Johnny Metgod rejoins the Championship club as a director.

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Northampton Town: Chinese company 5USport buys 60% stake in Cobblers

Chinese company 5USport agrees to purchase a 60% stake in League One club Northampton Town's holding company.

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Millwall: Jed Wallace & George Saville join from Wolves

Millwall sign midfielders Jed Wallace and George Saville from Championship rivals Wolves, both for an undisclosed fee.

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Ipswich Town hopeful on Emyr Huws & Bersant Celina deals

Ipswich Town have a bid accepted for Cardiff's Emyr Huws and hope to conclude a deal for Manchester City's Bersant Celina.

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Fifa: Video technology in use at Confederations Cup 'must improve'

Problems with the video technology system at the Confederations Cup must be solved if it is to be used at the World Cup, Fifa says.

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Russian World Cup doping claims 'made-up news'

Russian football has no doping problem, and claims that suggest otherwise are "made-up news", says 2018 World Cup chief Alexey Sorokin.

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Frank de Boer: Crystal Palace manager wants to play 'attractive' football

New Crystal Palace manager Frank de Boer wants his team to play "attractive" football next season.

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Hazard, Ba & Cabaye invest in new second-tier US club

Chelsea's Eden Hazard and Crystal Palace's Yohan Cabaye are among the investors backing a new football club in the United States.

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De Boer excited to 'spend money' at Palace

Frank de Boer says he is excited to join a club that "spend a lot of money" after becoming the new Crystal Palace boss.

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Valere Germain: Marseille sign Monaco forward on four-year contract

Marseille sign Monaco forward Valere Germain on a four-year contract for an undisclosed fee.

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Redmond and Chalobah doubts for U21 semi-final

Nathan Redmond and Nathaniel Chalobah are injury doubts for England Under-21s before their European semi-final against Germany.

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Honest & hard working - what to expect from De Boer

A big success at Ajax but sacked after three months at Inter - why "down to earth" Frank de Boer will be determined to succeed at Palace.

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Victor Wanyama Street taken down after one day

The Tottenham and Kenyan midfielder has a street named after him in Tanzania - but not for long.

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Liverpool reject £11m bid for defender Moreno

Liverpool reject an £11m bid from Serie A side Napoli for Alberto Moreno - and will demand £15m for the Spanish defender.

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Tiemoue Bakayoko: Chelsea close to signing Monaco midfielder

Chelsea are close to completing the signing of midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko from Monaco.

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Booked, red card, not sent off, someone else dismissed - VAR confusion in Cameroon defeat

Cameroon's adventure at the Fifa Confederations Cup in Russia is over after a 3-1 defeat to reigning world champions Germany.

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'I am not a bad guy' - Diouf on spitting, Stevie G and Senegal

El Hadji Diouf had a reputation for bad behaviour as a player, but tells BBC Sport's Stanley Kwenda this was unfair.

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Gossip: Swansea reject Everton's £30m bid for Sigurdsson

Tottenham set £200m price tag on Harry Kane, Sandro agrees to join Chelsea, Swansea reject Everton's £30m bid for Gylfi Sigurdsson, plus more.

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SWPL: Glasgow City all but end Celtic's title chances

Glasgow City all but end Celtic's Scottish Women's Premier League title hopes with a 2-0 win at the K Park in East Kilbride.

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Mario Balotelli: Striker signs one-year Nice contract

Former Manchester City and Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli signs a new one-year contract with Ligue 1 side Nice.

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Chile & Germany reach Confederations Cup semi-finals

Germany and Chile qualify from Group B to reach the semi-finals of the Confederations Cup, joining Portugal and Mexico.

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England U21s v Germany U21s: Calum Chambers on Euro 2017 semi-final

Calum Chambers says "there's been no better time" to be an English footballer with his Under-21 team set for a Euro semi-final.

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England U21s v Germany U21s: Do you recognise these 2009 finalists?

Can you match England and Germany's 2009 European Championship U21s finalists to their career paths?

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Fifa looking into anti-doping claims over footballers

Fifa says "it is still investigating the allegations" that footballers were part of a state-sponsored doping programme in Russia.

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Bristol City kit: Oxford United label on new away shirt prompts investigation

A Bristol City fan finds an Oxford United label on the inside of his new Robins away kit, prompting an investigation.

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Gossip: Man City want Walker, Bertrand & Alves

Man City target four defenders, Cristiano Ronaldo's lawyers on tax fraud claims, Ross Barkley wants to leave Everton, plus more.

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England U21s: Aidy Boothroyd's side to face Germany in semi-finals

England Under-21s will face Germany in Tuesday's European Championship semi-final in Poland.

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Scottish FA and Scotland Women's national team resolve dispute

The Scottish FA and the Scotland Women's team agree a "commercial and operational" deal that ends their stand-off.

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Confederations Cup: Ronaldo helps Portugal into semi-final as hosts Russia out

Cristiano Ronaldo scored a penalty as Portugal beat New Zealand 4-0 to seal their semi-final place at the Confederations Cup.

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Will Hughes: Watford complete £8m deal for Derby midfielder

Watford complete the signing of midfielder Will Hughes from Derby County for £8m on a five-year deal.

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Safe standing: West Brom open to pilot scheme at The Hawthorns

West Bromwich Albion say they are willing to use The Hawthorns as part of a pilot scheme for safe standing.

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Alvaro Arbeloa: Former Liverpool and West Ham defender retires

Former Liverpool, Real Madrid and West Ham defender Alvaro Arbeloa is retiring from football at the age of 34.

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Arsenal hold more Lacazette talks - Saturday's gossip

Arsenal closer to £49m deal for Alexandre Lacazette, Chelsea agree deal for Tiemoue Bakayoko, plus more.

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Huddersfield sign striker Depoitre for club-record fee

Huddersfield complete the signing of striker Laurent Depoitre from FC Porto for an undisclosed club-record fee.

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Celtic will not bring fans to potential Linfield game

Celtic say they will not take supporters to the potential Champions League qualifier against Linfield in Belfast amid security concerns.

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Frank de Boer could take Crystal Palace to Europa League, says brother

Frank de Boer could help Crystal Palace to the Europa League if he takes charge at Selhurst Park, says brother Ronald.

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Mauricio Pellegrino: Southampton appoint former Alaves boss as manager

Southampton appoint Mauricio Pellegrino as their new manager, with the 45-year-old former Alaves boss replacing Claude Puel.

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Mike Ashley sells his remaining Rangers shares to Club 1872 and Julian Wolhardt

Fans' group Club 1872 and businessman Julian Wolhardt each invest £1m to buy shares from Mike Ashley's MASH Holdings Limited.

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£5 per Premier League game - boost for long-standing Huddersfield season-ticket holders

Huddersfield fans will be able to watch Premier League home games for little more than £5 thanks to a pledge made by the club's chairman in 2010.

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Rangers chairman's claims ludicrous - Griffiths

Striker Leigh Griffiths criticises Rangers chairman Dave King's assertion that Celtic should be further ahead of their rivals.

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Fabinho: Manchester United move would tempt Monaco midfielder

Monaco midfielder Fabinho would be tempted by a move to Manchester United, who have strengthened their backroom staff.

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Lewis Baker: Not as much pressure on England Under-21s now

Lewis Baker says there is not as much pressure on the England Under-21s side after reaching the semi-finals of the European Championship.

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Community Shield proceeds to be given to Grenfell Tower victims

Proceeds from the 2017 FA Community Shield will be donated to support those affected by the Grenfell Tower fire.

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Lionel Messi 'could swap tax fraud jail sentence for fine'

Prosecutors reportedly suggested the Barcelona star pay 255,000 euros instead of serving prison time.

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John Terry: Aston Villa expect wait for decision from ex-Chelsea captain

Aston Villa do not expect immediate progress in their bid to sign John Terry after making him a lucrative contract offer.

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Scottish Premiership fixtures: Celtic open title defence at home to Hearts

Celtic will begin their Scottish Premiership title defence against Hearts while Rangers face Motherwell and Hibernian welcome Partick Thistle.

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Peter Crouch: Stoke City's former England striker still hungry for goals at the age of 36

Stoke City striker Peter Crouch, who turns 37 in January, wants to carry on playing football as long as he can.

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£119m for Mbappe? It's Friday's gossip column

Paris St-Germain offer world record bid for Monaco's Kylian Mbappe, Real Sociedad agree fee with Manchester United for Adnan Januzaj, plus more.

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England U21s: Injury worries for Nathan Redmond and Nathaniel Chalobah

Nathan Redmond and Nathaniel Chalobah will be assessed on Friday to see if they have a chance of playing in Tuesday's semi-final.

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Sanchez becomes Chile's leading scorer in Germany stalemate

Arsenal's Alexis Sanchez becomes Chile's leading scorer with his 38th goal in a 1-1 draw with Germany at the Confederations Cup.

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Mexicans Carlos Pena and Eduardo Herrera sign for Rangers

Rangers complete the signings of Mexican pair Carlos Pena and Eduardo Herrera on three-year contracts.

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Champions League: Celtic and Linfield agree new date for potential clash

Celtic's potential Champions League qualifier with Irish Premiership champions Linfield is pencilled in for Friday 14 July at Windsor Park.

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Leyton Orient: Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin Robbins CEO completes takeover

Businessman Nigel Travis completes his takeover of Leyton Orient, ending Francesco Becchetti's three-year stay as owner.

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Everton close in on Malaga striker Ramirez

Everton are close to completing the signing of Malaga and Spain Under-21 striker Sandro Ramirez after meeting his £5.2m buy-out clause.

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Tax raid on Newcastle 'may be unlawful'

HMRC officers seized documents from Newcastle United as part of a tax fraud investigation.

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Frank de Boer: Crystal Palace set to appoint Dutchman as manager

Crystal Palace offer former Ajax and Inter Milan boss Frank de Boer the vacant manager's job at Selhurst Park.

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Matz Sels: Newcastle goalkeeper joins Anderlecht on loan

Newcastle United goalkeeper Matz Sels joins Belgian champions Anderlecht on a season-long loan.

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Alex Sandro: Juventus receive 'substantial offer' for reported Chelsea target

Juventus receive a "substantial offer" for Brazilian left-back Alex Sandro, who is reported to be a target for Chelsea.

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Former Chelsea midfielder Oscar banned for eight matches after sparking mass brawl

Ex-Chelsea midfielder Oscar is banned for eight games after sparking a mass brawl while playing for Shanghai SIPG in the Chinese Super League.

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Gambling in football: FA ends deals with gambling firms including Ladbrokes

The FA ends its sponsorships with betting companies, including mutually terminating a long-term deal with Ladbrokes.

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China Under-20s could join German fourth division

China's Under-20s team could play in Germany's regional fourth division next season as part of an agreement between the two countries.

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Juventus to release Man City target Alves from contract

Manchester City target Dani Alves will be released from the final year of his contract by Juventus, the Italian club confirms.

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Bournemouth chairman Mostyn recovering after heart surgery

Bournemouth chairman Jeff Mostyn is recovering at home after a "minor" heart operation, the club says.

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Costa will only leave for Atletico: Gossip

Manchester City will wait for Kyle Walker, Diego Costa could defy Antonio Conte, John Terry agrees a deal, plus more.

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Players brawl as Mexico beat New Zealand

Mexico come from behind to beat New Zealand and move top of the group amid ugly scenes at the Confederations Cup.

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Rochdale's Thompson overcomes cancer again

Rochdale midfielder Joe Thompson says he is "complete remission" after his second battle with cancer.

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Ronaldo downs hosts Russia at Confederations Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo heads in the only goal as Portugal record their first win at the Confederations Cup by beating hosts Russia.

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England U21 prepare for group decider against hosts

England U21 boss Aidy Boothroyd hopes the heated exchange that transformed their fortunes against Slovakia "proves to be a turning point".

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Angel di Maria settles Spanish tax case and pays 2m euros fine

Former Manchester United winger Angel di Maria agrees to pay 2m euros (£1.76m) to settle a tax case in Spain.

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Fifa probes Martin O'Neill and James McClean over referee comments

Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill and winger James McClean are facing punishment from Fifa over their criticism of a match referee.

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Would 60-minute games work? Banning penalty rebounds? BBC pundit has his say

BBC football analyst Pat Nevin looks at the proposals to change the laws of the game and gives his verdict on the more radical ideas.

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Will Hughes: Watford in talks with £8m Derby midfielder

Watford are in talks with Derby County about an £8m deal for England Under-21 midfielder Will Hughes.

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Karen Bardsley: England goalkeeper agrees new Manchester City Women deal

England goalkeeper Karen Bardsley signs a new two-year deal with Women's Super League One side Manchester City Women.

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Scott Sinclair says 'stronger' Celtic can repeat unbeaten domestic run

Scott Sinclair believes Celtic can repeat their unbeaten domestic season and says the club are "much stronger" than a year ago.

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Which fans face the longest journeys over Christmas?

The festive fixtures will see some fans travel more than 200 miles to away fixtures over Christmas.

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Sunderland takeover bid: Fulwell 73 out of running to buy Championship club

Television production company Fulwell 73 withdraws its to take over Sunderland from owner Ellis Short.

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Mexico plea to fans over homophobic chant

Mexico's football federation (FMF) has asked a "small group" of its fans to stop a chant Fifa says is homophobic.

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On this day: Ronaldinho's free-kick deceives England's David Seaman

Ronaldinho breaks English hearts on June 21 2002 when his free-kick deceives 'keeper David Seaman to give Brazil a 2-1 win in their World Cup quarter-final.

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Bayern replace English fan's 'retired' mug after tweet

When the fan tweeted that he was "retiring his faded and cracked mug", the German club took action.

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Who will your team face and when in the EFL?

Find out your team's fixtures in the Championship, League One and League Two during the 2017-18 season.

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Bruce's Villa host Hull on opening day in Championship

Relegated Hull begin their 2017-18 English Football League Championship season at former manager Steve Bruce's Aston Villa.

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Women's Sport Week 2017: 'Shocking' that Man Utd do not have women's team

Ex-England keeper Rachel Brown-Finnis on what Man Utd are missing out on as the biggest club in the world without a women's team.

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Paul Pogba: Man Utd cleared by Fifa over deal but Juventus face charges

Manchester United are cleared by Fifa of wrongdoing in the £89.3m deal to sign Paul Pogba last year, but Juventus face charges.

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Gossip - Tottenham want £45m for Walker

Tottenham increase Kyle Walker's price tag, Arsenal tell Barcelona that Hector Bellerin is not for sale, plus more.

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Ex-Italy & Milan defender Maldini qualifies for pro tennis event

Legendary former Italy and AC Milan defender Paolo Maldini qualifies for a professional tennis event on the ATP Challenger Tour.

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Rangers hire Man City academy director

Rangers name Manchester City academy director Mark Allen as the club's director of football.

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Leicester City: Michael Appleton appointed as Craig Shakespeare's assistant

Oxford United manager Michael Appleton leaves to join Leicester City as Craig Shakespeare's assistant.

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Champions League: RB Leipzig and Red Bull Salzburg both allowed to compete

RB Leipzig and Red Bull Salzburg can both play in the Champions League next season, Uefa confirms.

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Why are Scotland's women's team in dispute with SFA?

BBC Sport Scotland examines the dispute between the national women's team and the Scottish FA going into the Euro 2017 finals.

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Burton sign Scottish Premiership top scorer in club-record deal

Championship side Burton break their club record to sign Ross County striker Liam Boyce on a three-year contract.

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Antonio Conte: Chelsea confident boss will sign new contract

Chelsea are confident manager Antonio Conte will sign a new contract this summer, despite suggestions he is considering a return to Italy.

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Sunderland owner Ellis Short set to decide between two takeover bids

Sunderland owner Ellis Short is set to decide between two takeover bids for the Championship club.

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Liam Lindsay: Partick Thistle agree fee with Barnsley for central defender

Partick Thistle accept a bid from Barnsley for centre-back Liam Lindsay, who last week decided not to join Oxford United.

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Uwe Rosler: Fleetwood Town head coach extends contract until 2020

Fleetwood Town head coach Uwe Rosler signs a new contract with the League One side until 2020.

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Mohamed Salah: Liverpool in talks to sign Roma's former Chelsea winger

Liverpool are closing in on signing Roma and Egypt winger Mohamed Salah for a club record £40m.

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Barry Bennell: Ex-football coach charged with 14 further offences

Ex-football coach Barry Bennell faces 14 further charges of historical sex abuse, prosecutors say.

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Mourinho accused of Spanish 'tax fraud'

Manchester Utd boss Jose Mourinho accused of tax fraud by Spanish prosecutors investigating his time at Real Madrid

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Real president yet to speak to Ronaldo about future

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez says he will speak to Cristiano Ronaldo about his future after the Confederations Cup.

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Gossip: Man City lining up Aubameyang bid

Man City prepare bid for Aubameyang, Conte's contract negotiations, Chelsea enter race for Oxlade-Chamberlain, plus more.

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Linfield suggest early kick-off if they face Celtic

Linfield's first meeting with Celtic could be held on 11 July in Belfast - if the Blues reach the second Champions League qualifying round.

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Gianluigi Donnarumma: Goalkeeper 'felt threatened by AC Milan', says agent

AC Milan goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma rejected a new contract because of "bullying" from the club and not money, his agent says.

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Fifa backing video assistant referees as 'future of football'

Fifa defend the use of video assistant referees (VARs) in the Confederations Cup, saying the technology is 'the future of football'.

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Germany overcome battling Australia in Confederations Cup

World champions Germany overcome a scare to win their first Confederations Cup game for 12 years by beating Australia in Russia.

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Real Madrid's Modric faces perjury inquiry

Croatia and Real Madrid footballer Luka Modric is accused of lying at his former manager's trial.

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Reece Oxford: West Ham defender to join Borussia Monchengladbach on loan

West Ham defender Reece Oxford is close to completing a season-long loan to German side Borussia Monchengladbach.

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Stoke want to extend Shawcross deal 'sooner rather than later'

Stoke City hope to extend Ryan Shawcross' contract and also sign loan man Bruno Martins Indi on a more permanent deal.

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Tammy Abraham: Swansea City want to sign Chelsea striker on loan

Swansea City are competing with Newcastle and Brighton to sign Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham on loan, says chairman Huw Jenkins.

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Chinese Super League: Transfer window opens with clubs facing 100% signings tax

The Chinese Super League's mid-season transfer window opens on Monday and clubs face a 100% tax on signings.

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Real Madrid: Florentino Perez is re-elected as president until 2021

Florentino Perez will serve another four years as Real Madrid president after standing unopposed for election

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Warren Joyce: Former Wigan manager takes charge of Melbourne City

Former Wigan manager Warren Joyce takes charge of Australian A-League club Melbourne City.

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Serie A boss cycles length of Italy after his team avoided relegation

A Serie A manager completes a 1,300 km bike ride across the length of Italy following a bet he made with his players if they avoided relegation.

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Gossip - Ronaldo tells agent to get him to Man Utd

Cristiano Ronaldo tells agent to get him back to Man Utd, De Gea to be involved in a cash-plus-player deal, plus more.

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Europa League qualifiers: Aberdeen, Rangers & St Johnstone await draws

Aberdeen, Rangers and St Johnstone will feature in Monday's draws for the first and second qualifying rounds of the Europa League.

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Celtic seeded in Champions League second qualifying round draw

Celtic will be one of the seeded teams when they are drawn in the second qualifying round of the Champions League on Monday.

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Tiote's funeral held in Ivory Coast

The funeral of Ivorian midfielder Cheick Tiote is held in Abidjan on Sunday following his sudden death in China earlier this month.

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Dani Alves: Man City boss Pep Guardiola considering bid for Brazil full-back

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola could turn to Juventus and Brazil defender Dani Alves to strengthen his full-back options.

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Frustration for Ronaldo as Portugal held

Cristiano Ronaldo sets up the opening goal for Portugal but they concede late to draw 2-2 with Mexico at the Confederations Cup.

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Confederations Cup 2017: Meet Nika, the football-predicting polar bear

Meet Nika, the football-mad polar bear and the official psychic for the 2017 Confederations Cup and 2018 World Cup.

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England U21s need two wins from two - Pickford

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Euro Under-21 Championship game between Slovakia U21 and England U21.

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Why are Spanish football stars in legal trouble?

Ronaldo, Messi and Neymar are among the top names in football, and all have been targeted by the courts.

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Gossip - Real will not block Ronaldo exit

Real Madrid will not block Ronaldo exit, Manchester City close to signing Alves, Liverpool close on Salah, plus more.

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Jonny Hayes: Celtic signing in scoring action for Aberdeen

Watch some of Jonny Hayes' goals from last season, with the winger having secured a move from Aberdeen to Celtic (UK only).

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Hosts Russia win Confederations Cup opener

Hosts Russia kick off their Confederations Cup campaign with an easy win over Group A opponents New Zealand in St Petersburg.

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Liam Lindsay: Partick Thistle defender opts not to join Oxford United

Partick Thistle's Liam Lindsay has decided against joining Oxford United due to uncertainty over their manager's future.

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Paul Lambert considering options but Scottish move unlikely

Paul Lambert will take his time before deciding on his next move but expects any return to management to be "away from Scotland".

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Football reforms: Scrapping 45-minute half to be debated at Ifab

Proposals to scrap 45-minute halves and penalty rebounds are among a series of new ideas put forward by football's lawmakers.

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Paul Bracewell: Sunderland assistant Bracewell leaves

Sunderland assistant manager Paul Bracewell leaves the club as they prepare for life in the Championship.

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Stefan Scougall: St Johnstone sign up midfielder on two-year contract

St Johnstone sign Stefan Scougall on a two-year deal after the midfielder's release from Sheffield United.

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Jason Cummings: Nottingham Forest sign Hibernian striker

Nottingham Forest sign striker Jason Cummings from Hibernian for an undisclosed fee on a three-year deal.

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Gossip - 'Ronaldo has not told Real he wants to leave'

Real Madrid reveal stance on Ronaldo's future, Chelsea prepare to sign Caballero, Man Utd told to bid £50m for Dier, plus more.

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Osian Roberts: Wales assistant wants to convince boss Chris Coleman to stay on

Wales assistant boss Osian Roberts hopes Chris Coleman can be persuaded to extend his stay as manager.

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How much, where and why? Will Ronaldo actually leave Madrid?

Will Cristiano Ronaldo really leave Real Madrid? Where will he go? How much for? And what would Madrid do without him?

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Joe Garner: Rangers striker joins Ipswich Town for undisclosed fee

Championship side Ipswich Town sign striker Joe Garner from Rangers for an undisclosed fee on a three-year deal.

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Australia goalkeeper Mathew Ryan to join Brighton for 'club-record fee'

Brighton and Hove Albion sign Australia goalkeeper Mathew Ryan from Valencia for an undisclosed club-record fee.

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Swiss Fifa corruption inquiry convicts ex-banker Arzuaga

An Argentine is the first to be convicted by Swiss prosecutors probing football corruption.

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Charlton drawn twice in EFL Cup confusion

Sunderland will travel to Bury in the EFL Cup first round following their relegation from the Premier League.

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Ronaldo 'wants to leave' Real Madrid

Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo wants to the leave the club, a source close to the player tells the BBC.

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Eldin Jakupovic: Leicester set to sign Hull City goalkeeper

Leicester are in advanced talks to sign Hull City goalkeeper Eldin Jakupovic as a back-up to Kasper Schmeichel.

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Burton's Turner banned for five games

Burton's Ben Turner loses his appeal against a FA racial abuse charge and will miss the first five games of the season.

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Donnarumma likely to leave Milan after turning down deal

AC Milan's highly-rated young Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma turns down a new deal and looks likely to leave the club.

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Gossip - Is there tension between Conte and Chelsea?

"Mutual tension" between Chelsea and manager Antonio Conte, Everton agree personal terms with Klaassen, Arsenal have Cuadrado bid rejected, plus more.

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Sterling to make Grenfell Tower donation after fatal fire

Manchester City and England winger Raheem Sterling is to make a substantial donation to those affected by the Grenfell Tower fire.

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Ajax's Klaassen close to £26m Everton move

Ajax captain and Netherlands midfielder Davy Klaassen arrives on Merseyside to complete the formalities of a £26m move to Everton.

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Boss McInnes to stay at Aberdeen despite Sunderland talks

Aberdeen announce that manager Derek McInnes, who had been given permission to speak to Sunderland, will stay at Pittodrie.

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Fifa criticised for closing project by its former medical chief

Fifa is criticised by its former chief medical officer for ending a project which educated children on how to avoid diseases.

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Celtic among 12 clubs chasing Man City youngster Roberts

Celtic, Porto and Nice are among 12 clubs vying to sign Manchester City winger Patrick Roberts.

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Celtic agree deal to sign winger Jonny Hayes from Premiership rivals Aberdeen

Celtic reach an agreement with Aberdeen for the signing of winger Jonny Hayes, subject to a medical.

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Rafal Grzelak: Hearts sign Polish defender on two-year deal

Experienced Polish defender Rafal Grzelak joins Scottish Premiership club Hearts on a two-year contract.

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Scotland team's shock at cerebral palsy World Championships withdrawal

The captain of Scotland's cerebral palsy team says they are in "utter shock" at being withdrawn from the World Championships.

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Alan Shearer settles 'negligent' financial advice claim

Lawyers had indicated that the case centred on a pension worth about £4m.

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Son Heung-min: Tottenham forward to undergo surgery on fractured arm

Tottenham forward Son Heung-min could miss the start of the new season after fracturing his arm in South Korea's World Cup qualifier against Qatar.

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Swansea City: Striker Bafetimbi Gomis is close to exit

Swansea City striker Bafetimbi Gomis is close to a move to Galatasaray after successful loan spell at Marseille

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Pride, three to watch and Love Island - England prepare for U21 opener

Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's European Under-21 Championship game between Sweden and England.

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A Spanish youth coach is sacked after his team wins 25-0

The manager of a Spanish youth team is sacked after his Under-11 side beat a rival Valencia team 25-0.

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Thomas Christiansen: Leeds United set to name ex-Spain international as head coach

Championship side Leeds United are set to appoint former Apoel Nicosia manager Thomas Christiansen as their new head coach.

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Huddersfield agree club-record £10m fee for Man City's Mooy

Newly promoted Huddersfield Town agree a club-record £10m fee for Manchester City midfielder Aaron Mooy.

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Late nights & ice baths: How Muslim footballers cope while fasting

Palestine defeated Oman 2-1 this week - but how did the largely Muslim teams cope with playing during Ramadan?

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John Terry: Birmingham City offer ex-Chelsea & England captain contract

Birmingham City have made a contract offer to former Chelsea captain John Terry, says Blues boss Harry Redknapp.

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Argentine football player gives opponent the needle

Pacifico's Defender Federico Allende brags about hurting Estudiantes strikers during a cup match.

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Southampton sack Puel after one season in charge

Southampton sack manager Claude Puel after less than a year in charge at St Mary's.

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Premier League: Manager sackings down 53% from 2015-16 season

Premier League managerial dismissals last campaign were down by more than 53% from the previous season.

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Alan Shearer sues advisers for £9m damages

The ex-England star's legal fight is motivated by greed and ego, the High Court hears.

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Referees can stop games over fan abuse at Confederations Cup, say Fifa

Referees are given the power to stop and abandon games if they witness any fan abuse at this year's Confederations Cup.

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Saturday 19:45 Premier League kick-off idea criticised

The Premier League is criticised by a fans group for considering playing games at 19:45 on Saturdays from the 2019-20 season.

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Eriksson sacked by Shenzhen as successor announced by poem

Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson is sacked by Chinese club Shenzhen after just six months in charge.

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Hearts turn down Rangers bid for striker Walker

Hearts reject an offer from Rangers for attacker Jamie Walker, who is in the final year of his contract at Tynecastle.

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Sunderland agree McInnes compensation over manager role

Aberdeen have agreed compensation with Sunderland for manager Derek McInnes, but the Pittodrie club will move "heaven and earth" to keep him.

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Leicester to sign Hull defender Maguire in £17m deal

Leicester City are expected to announce the signing of Hull City defender Harry Maguire in a £17m deal.

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Eusebio di Francesco: Former Roma midfielder returns as boss

Former Roma midfielder Eusebio di Francesco returns to the club as head coach on a two-year contract.

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Football Association: Dame Heather Rabbatts to step down from board

Dame Heather Rabbatts is to step down from her role as a non-executive director and board member of the Football Association.

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With one year to go until the World Cup, relive all the goals from 2014

With one year to go until the 2018 World Cup begins in Russia, relive all 171 goals from the 2014 tournament in under three minutes.

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France 3-2 England: We saw the good & bad of England - Gareth Southgate

England manager Gareth Southgate says he saw the good and bad of England after falling to a 3-2 friendly defeat against 10-man France.

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Premier League fixtures: Your club-by-club guide

Find out your club's full fixture list for the 2017-18 Premier League season.

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World Cup qualifying: Late strike keeps Syria's hopes of qualifying alive

An injury-time strike keeps Syria's hopes of reaching their first World Cup alive as a they secure a 2-2 against against China.

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England must learn to manage games - Southgate

England must learn to "manage the game" better after falling to a 3-2 friendly defeat against 10-man France, says manager Gareth Southgate.

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Gossip - West Ham and Lyon want Arsenal's Giroud

Wenger working on Mbappe deal, West Ham want Giroud, Everton to spend £150m, West Brom after Terry, plus more.

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'They won't always be right' - Southgate after video ref gives England penalty

England boss Gareth Southgate believes video technology "won't always get it 100% right" after France had a player sent-off in Paris.

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France 3-2 England: How the players rated

Who was assured at the back for England? Which France player was majestic? Do you agree with our player ratings?

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Cardiff concede defeat over Aberdeen's Hayes

Cardiff City manager Neil Warnock gives up on signing Aberdeen winger Jonny Hayes, who is also a target for Celtic.

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Premier League fixtures to be released on Wednesday

The fixtures for the 2017-18 Premier League season will be published on Wednesday at 09:00 BST.

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Scotland women lose final Euros warm-up match

In their final European Championship warm-up match, Scotland women suffer a late defeat by Sweden, the world's sixth-ranked side.

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France v England: Pre-match tribute to terror attack victims

Tributes are paid to victims of the London and Manchester terror attacks ahead of the friendly international between France and England at Stade de France, Paris.

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'Everton's £30m Pickford deal is not a lot of money'

Everton's potential £30m deal for Sunderland keeper Jordan Pickford is "not a lot of money", says England great Peter Shilton.

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'His family was my family' - Cisse leads tributes at Tiote memorial

Papiss Cisse leads the tributes at a memorial for former Newcastle team-mate Cheick Tiote, who died after collapsing in training in China.

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Ex-Leicester manager Ranieri appointed Nantes boss

Former Leicester manager Claudio Ranieri is appointed as the new boss of French top-flight side Nantes.

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England winning 2022 World Cup 'not unrealistic' - U20s boss Paul Simpson

World Cup-winning England U20s coach Paul Simpson says it is not "unrealistic" to expect the senior side to emulate that success in Qatar in 2022.

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Aberdeen boss McInnes in talks over Sunderland job

Championship side Sunderland are in talks with Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes over their vacant managerial position.

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Spain: Cristiano Ronaldo accused of tax evasion

The Real Madrid footballer faces a lawsuit for allegedly defrauding Spain of millions.

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Griezmann extends Atletico contract until 2022

Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann has extended his contract by a year - to 2022.

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Everton agree £30m fee for Sunderland goalkeeper Pickford

Everton agree a £30m deal with Sunderland for goalkeeper Jordan Pickford.

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World Cup 2018: Iran join Brazil in qualifying for next year's tournament

Iran become the second team to qualify for the 2018 World Cup, beating Uzbekistan 2-0 in Tehran.

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Strachan is Scotland's best hope - Nevin

Pat Nevin believes Gordon Strachan remains the man to lead Scotland and thinks they still have an outside chance of reaching the World Cup finals.

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Gossip - Sanchez fears Arsenal may block Man City move

Sanchez fears Arsenal could block a move to Man City, Villa want Terry, Newcastle in potential takeover, plus more.

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Joe Hart still England's number one goalkeeper, says Gareth Southgate

England manager Gareth Southgate insists Joe Hart remains his first-choice goalkeeper - but warns he now faces tough competition for his place.

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Defender Stones may be used in England's midfield

England defender John Stones may be used in a holding midfield role as manager Gareth Southgate plots a route to the 2018 World Cup.

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First team or loan move? What next for England's World Cup winners?

England's youngsters won the Under-20 World Cup - but what are their chances of club first-team football?

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Gary Mabbutt: Former Tottenham captain returns home after heart surgery

Former Tottenham captain Gary Mabbutt returns home from hospital after undergoing heart surgery.

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Considerate clubs and Checkatrade Trophy - reasons behind U20 World Cup win

FA technical director Dan Ashworth says England Under-20s World Cup success would not have been possible without the cooperation of Premier League and EFL clubs.

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Middlesbrough target instant return to Premier League - Garry Monk

New Middlesbrough manager Garry Monk says the club's objective is an immediate return to the Premier League.

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Cheick Tiote: Former Newcastle midfielder's memorial to be held in Beijing

A memorial service will be held at Chinese club Beijing Enterprises on Tuesday for ex-Newcastle United player Cheick Tiote, who died last week.

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EFL Cup first-round draw takes place on Friday - in Thailand

Friday's first-round draw for the 2017-18 EFL Cup - involving 70 clubs - will take place in the Thai capital Bangkok.

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Oyston family 'treated Blackpool FC as cash machine'

Valeri Belokon's company is pursuing a claim for "unfair prejudice" against shareholders.

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Premier League clubs 'have duty' to England U20 stars - Sinclair

Former England international Trevor Sinclair says Premier League and Championship clubs "have a responsibility" to help develop the U20 England players who won the World Cup.

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'It was never my intention to play Joe' - Hart to sit out France friendly

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's international friendly between France and England at the Stade de France.

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Everton in talks with Malaga striker Sandro

Everton are in talks with Malaga striker Sandro Ramirez as manager Ronald Koeman attempts to boost his striking options.

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Leyton Orient winding-up petition dismissed

A winding-up petition against National League side Leyton Orient is dismissed at a High Court hearing in London.

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Bradley scores from 40 yards as US draw with Mexico

Midfielder Michael Bradley scores a spectacular goal as United States draw 1-1 with Mexico in a 2018 World Cup qualifier.

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Aaron Ramsey 'didn't know' where Panenka penalty first happened

Aaron Ramsey scored an outrageous Panenka penalty in Wales' 1-1 draw against Serbia, not knowing he did it at the ground where that first happened.

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'I'm not a kid anymore. I need stability' - Harts says he's had no offers

England goalkeeper Joe Hart does not believe Manchester City will price him out of a move, but says he has had no offers.

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Can Wales still qualify? '100%', says Coleman

Boss Chris Coleman is confident Wales can still qualify for the 2018 World Cup after a hard-fought 1-1 draw in Serbia.

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Gabbiadini scores as Italy thump Liechtenstein

Southampton striker Manolo Gabbiadini scores as Italy thrash Liechtenstein 5-0 to remain level on points with group leaders Spain.

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Diego Costa: Striker says it is up to Chelsea to decide his future

Diego Costa says it is up to Chelsea to make a decision on his future after scoring in Spain's World Cup qualifying win in Macedonia.

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Gossip - Man Utd to make Morata bid

Man Utd to bid for Alvaro Morata on Monday, Paris St-Germain make first move for Kylian Mbappe, plus more.

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SWPL: Stirling University score late on to beat Hamilton Academical

Stirling University beat Hamilton Academical 3-2 to give the departing Rachel Donaldson the perfect send-off.

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U20 World Cup: The moment England U20's became world champions

Watch the full-time scenes and trophy lift as England U20's win the World Cup thanks to Dominic Calvert-Lewin's first-half goal against Venezuela.

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World Cup 2018: Republic boss O'Neill hits out at disallowed goal

Republic of Ireland boss Martin O'Neill believes his team were harshly denied a late winner in the 1-1 qualifier draw with Austria.

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'Too early' to predict golden generation, says boss of England's U20 Word Cup winners

Paul Simpson praises his England team after winning the Under-20 World Cup, but says it is "too early" to call them the next golden generation.

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Capello latest big name to take job in Chinese Super League

Former England manager Fabio Capello is the latest high-profile coach to move to the Chinese Super League, taking over at Jiangsu Suning.

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Rangers: Daniel Candeias joins from Benfica to become Pedro Caixinha's fifth signing

Rangers secure the signing of Portuguese winger Daniel Candeias on a two-year deal from Benfica.

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Wales women beaten by Portugal

Wales' tour to Portugal ends with a 1-0 defeat as the hosts' replacement Claudio Neto strikes in the second half.

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U20 World Cup: England win their biggest international title since 1966

Watch highlights as Dominic Calvert-Lewin's first-half goal sees England beat Venezuela to win the U20 World Cup.

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England win Under-20 World Cup

England win their biggest international title since 1966 by beating Venezuela 1-0 in the Under-20 World Cup final.

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U20 World Cup final: Woodman makes incredible penalty save

Watch as Freddie Woodman makes an incredible one-handed penalty save to deny Venezuela's Adalberto Penaranda in the U20 World Cup final.

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U20 World Cup final: Calvert-Lewin gives England U20 World Cup final lead

Watch Everton's Dominic Calvert-Lewin give England the lead against Venezuela in the U20 World Cup final.

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U20 World Cup final: Calvert-Lewin gives England U20 World Cup final lead

Watch Everton's Dominic Calvert-Lewin give England the lead against Venezuela in the U20 World Cup final.

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Serge Gnabry: Former Arsenal winger joins Bayern Munich from Werder Bremen

Former Arsenal winger Serge Gnabry joins German champions Bayern Munich from Werder Bremen on a three-year deal.

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Didier Drogba scores on Phoenix Rising debut and dedicates win to Cheick Tiote

Didier Drogba scores on his Phoenix Rising debut, the American club he captains and co-owns, and dedicates the win to Cheick Tiote.

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World Cup qualifiers: Optimist Coleman harnessing Wales' Euro 2016 spirit for Serbia

Boss Chris Coleman says Wales' Euro 2016 adventure altered expectations as they seek a vital World Cup qualifying win in Serbia.

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'I've seen teams fold in those moments' - Southgate impressed by England character

Gareth Southgate praises England's "character to come back" in the dramatic 2-2 draw with Scotland at Hampden.

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Scotland 2-2 England: Gordon Strachan so close to his 'best ever' result

Gordon Strachan says it would have been his best result as a manager had Scotland beaten England in Saturday's World Cup qualifier.

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Scotland 2-2 England: Harry Kane celebrates 'a point gained'

Harry Kane is positive about England's 2-2 draw with Scotland, describing it is "a point gained" after his late equaliser cancelled out two stunning Leigh Griffiths free kicks.

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Wagner scores hat-trick as Germany hammer San Marino

Hoffenheim striker Sandro Wagner scores a hat-trick as Germany thrash San Marino in 2018 World Cup qualifying.

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Toulon Tournament: England 1-1 Ivory Coast (5-3 penalties)

England retain the Toulon Tournament trophy with victory on penalties over the Ivory Coast after a 1-1 draw.

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Michael O'Neill praises Northern Ireland spirit after win in Azerbaijan

Michael O'Neill praises Northern Ireland's spirit after their vital 1-0 World Cup qualifying win away to Azerbaijan.

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National League approves six-team play-offs

National League member clubs vote in favour of introducing six-team play-offs to the fifth and sixth tiers from next season.

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Victor Lindelof: Manchester United agree £31m deal for Benfica defender

Manchester United agree a deal to sign Swedish defender Victor Lindelof from Benfica for £31m.

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Scotland 2-2 England: Two-goal Leigh Griffiths says Scots let victory slip

Leigh Griffiths insists Scotland should be basking in the glory of a first win over England in 18 years, after Saturday's draw.

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England's women thrash Switzerland

Arsenal striker Jodie Taylor scores twice as England continue their good form with a comfortable win in Switzerland.

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'First time I have felt bad for the other team'

Jonny Evans says he has sympathy for Azerbaijan as Northern Ireland grab a late winner in the World Cup qualifier.

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Who is 'vulnerable'? Who is 'edgy'? Who did OK? England player ratings

Which England player rated highest against Scotland with seven? Who looked leg-weary after a long season? Who is vulnerable?

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Stuart Dallas delighted with winning goal for Northern Ireland

Stuart Dallas says scoring the winner in a World Cup match was something he would cherish for the rest of his life.

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NI boss Michael O'Neill reflects on a crucial 1-0 win away to Azerbaijan

Michael O'Neill describes Northern Ireland's late winner against Azerbaijan was a great way to finish a game.

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Climbers breached Old Trafford security before Carrick game

The "urban climbers" got on to the roof and pitch at Manchester United before last Sunday's match.

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John Terry: Chelsea captain, leader, legend... goalkeeper

BBC Sport looks back to October 2006 when John Terry briefly went in goal for Chelsea against Reading after both the Blues' goalkeepers were injured.

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Jeff Shi: Wolves director named chairman after Fosun International approval

Wolves name club director Jeff Shi as chairman after approval from the club's Chinese owners Fosun International.

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Scotland v England: No Churchill-style speech for Gordon Strachan

Scotland boss Gordon Strachan says he does not go in for "get into them" team talks as his side prepare to host England in a World Cup qualifier.

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Scotland Women refuse media activity over Scottish FA dispute

Scotland's women are refusing to carry out any media or commercial activity due to a dispute with the Scottish FA.

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Scotland v England: Harry Kane is just one of many threats, says Craig Gordon

Scotland goalkeeper Craig Gordon is wary of England's many attacking threats when the sides meet at Hampden on Saturday.

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Advocaat makes winning start in return as Netherlands boss

Netherlands boss Dick Advocaat wins the first game of his third spell in charge as a late goal for Sweden opens up Group A.

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Brown guides Scotland Women to victory

Fiona Brown sets up both goals as Scotland ease to a win over Romania in a warm-up friendly ahead of Euro 2017.

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Antonio Conte: Chelsea manager texts Diego Costa to say 'you are not in my plan'

Details of the message sent by Chelsea manager Antonio Conte that caused striker Diego Costa to announce he was not wanted by the club are revealed.

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Serbia v Wales (Sun) - team news, match stats & quotes

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's European World Cup qualifying game between Serbia and Wales in Belgrade.

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World Cup 2018: Baku game key for Northern Ireland - O'Neill

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill hopes to complete a World Cup qualifier double over Azerbaijan on Saturday.

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Scotland v England: Harry Kane to captain Three Lions at Hampden

Tottenham striker Harry Kane will captain England against Scotland in Saturday's World Cup qualifier at Hampden Park.

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Domenico Tedesco: Schalke appoint 31-year-old as coach

Bundesliga side Schalke appoint 31-year-old Domenico Tedesco as coach to replace the sacked Markus Weinzierl.

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Scotland v England: Team news and preview

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's World Cup European Group F qualifier between Scotland and England at Hampden Park.

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Scotland v England: Boss Gordon Strachan insists his players are ready

Gordon Strachan says his Scotland players are "physically and mentally" prepared for their World Cup qualifier against England.

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Inter Milan name Luciano Spalletti as their new boss on a two-year contract

Inter Milan appoint former Roma boss Luciano Spalletti as their new first-team coach.

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Women's Super League: Everton Ladies chosen for vacant spot in WSL 1

Everton Ladies are set to play in WSL 1 in 2017-18 as the FA names them as their preferred option to replace Notts County.

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World Cup 2018: Roy Keane tells Republic 'to go to war' in Austria game

Roy Keane urges Republic of Ireland players to "put their bodies on the line" in Sunday's World Cup qualifier against Austria.

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Tony Mowbray: Blackburn Rovers head coach signs new two-year contract

Blackburn Rovers head coach Tony Mowbray signs a new two-year contract with the League One club.

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Scotland v England: How well do you remember Scots' last home win?

Test your knowledge of the players who featured the last time Scotland beat England at home, in 1985, with our quiz...

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Strikers Boyce and Magennis set for Northern Ireland starts

Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill looks set to pick Liam Boyce and Josh Magennis for Saturday's World Cup qualifier in Azerbaijan.

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A goalscoring keeper and a fiery Man City midfielder: Can Venezuela U20s beat England?

With a history-making keeper, some Premier League names and the senior coach in charge, can Venezuela beat England in the U20 World Cup final?

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Ex-Newcastle youth coach in court on sex charges

Former Newcastle United youth coach George Ormond is accused of offences between 1973 and 1998.

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David Moyes: Former Sunderland manager fined for 'slap' comment

Former Sunderland manager David Moyes has been fined £30,000 after telling BBC reporter Vicki Sparks she might "get a slap".

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Leonid Slutsky: Hull City appoint former Russia boss as head coach

Championship club Hull City appoint former Russia boss Leonid Slutsky as their new head coach.

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Garry Monk: Middlesbrough offer manager's job to former Leeds United boss

Former Leeds United boss Garry Monk is offered the manager's role at Middlesbrough.

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Harry Kane: England and Tottenham striker aiming to be world's best

England and Tottenham striker Harry Kane says his dream is to be crowned the best player in the world.

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic: Manchester United not expected to offer deal to striker

Zlatan Ibrahimovic is not expected to be offered a new deal by Manchester United, with the club’s retained list released on Friday.

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Diego Costa: Five of his best goals for Chelsea

Watch five of Diego Costa's best goals, including a "sensational" goal against West Brom, as the Chelsea striker says he has been told by manager Antonio Conte that he is no longer in the club's plans.

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Toulon Tournament: Holders England beat Scotland 3-0 to reach final

Holders England reach the final of the Toulon Tournament after a comfortable 3-0 win over Scotland in Thursday's semi-final.

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Euro 2019 qualifiers: Estonia U21 1-2 Northern Ireland U21

Liam Donnelly's injury-time penalty gives Northern Ireland U21s victory over Estonia in their opening Euro 2019 qualifier.

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World Cup qualifiers: Wales can cope without Bale - Allen

Wales can cope without Gareth Bale in their World Cup Group D qualifier against leaders Serbia on Sunday, says Joe Allen.

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Diego Costa: Conte doesn't want me at Chelsea

Chelsea striker Diego Costa reveals he has been told by manager Antonio Conte that he is no longer in the club's plans.

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Craig Shakespeare: Leicester City caretaker to be named permanent manager

Leicester City will name caretaker Craig Shakespeare as their permanent manager, BBC Sport understands.

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Under-20 World Cup: Italy 1-3 England highlights

England reach the final of the Under-20 World Cup for the first time by coming from behind to beat Italy.

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Lionel Messi vows to end career with Barcelona

Lionel Messi wants to remain with Barcelona, where he has played since the age of 13, for the rest of his career.

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Video refereeing: Watch this penalty decision and vote on whether the system works

After the latest decision taken using a video assistant referee, we ask whether the system works.

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England beat Italy to reach U20 World Cup final

England reach the final of the Under-20 World Cup for the first time by coming from behind to beat Italy.

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Ederson Moraes: Manchester City sign goalkeeper from Benfica for £35m

Manchester City complete the signing of 23-year-old goalkeeper Ederson Moraes from Portuguese side Benfica.

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World Cup qualifiers: Ben Woodburn out of Wales squad for Serbia

Ben Woodburn pulls out of Wales' squad for Sunday's World Cup qualifier in Serbia because of a calf injury and is replaced by Marley Watkins.

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Scotland are massive underdogs against England - Mulgrew

Scotland defender Charlie Mulgrew says the hosts will be 'up for it' against England despite facing a 'great team'.

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Rochdale's Joe Thompson on his battle with cancer

Rochdale midfielder Joe Thompson talks about battling Hodgkin lymphoma for the second time while still playing for the League One side.

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You have to be scared to get better - Rochdale's Thompson on fighting cancer for the second time

Rochdale midfielder Joe Thompson and wife Chantelle speak to BBC Sport about his second battle with cancer.

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Northern Ireland prepare for Baku heat at Turkish training camp

Northern Ireland's Josh Magennis agrees with Michael O'Neill's decision to bring the squad to Turkey to prepare for likely hot conditions in the World Cup qualifier in Azerbaijan.

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Gareth McAuley will be fit for NI's vital Azerbaijan game says Michael O'Neill

Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill says Gareth McAuley will be fit for Saturday's World Cup qualifier against Azerbaijan.

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Monaco boss Leonardo Jardim signs new contract until 2020

Monaco boss Leonardo Jardim is rewarded for steering the club to a first Ligue 1 title for 17 years with a new contract until 2020.

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Liverpool apologise & drop interest in Van Dijk

Liverpool apologise to Southampton over "any misunderstanding" in their interest in defender Virgil van Dijk and no longer wish to sign him.

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World Cup semi-finalists - but just how good is this England U20 side?

England Under-20s have produced their best World Cup performance in 24 years - are we looking at a golden generation?

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Jamie Vardy: Injured England striker out of World Cup qualifier in Scotland

Striker Jamie Vardy withdraws from the England squad for Saturday's World Cup qualifier in Scotland after suffering a "minor injury" in training.

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English weather has changed my daughter's face - Nolito

Manchester City striker Nolito claims his daughter's face "looks like she's been living in a cave" as he presses for a move away.

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Windsor Park among seven venues in contention to stage 2019 Uefa Super Cup

Belfast's Windsor Park is among seven stadiums under consideration by Uefa to host the 2019 Super Cup.

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Cristiano Ronaldo retains top spot in Forbes' wealthiest athletes list

Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo is the highest paid sportsperson for the second successive year.

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Massimiliano Allegri: Juventus boss signs new contract until 2020

Juventus boss Massimiliano Allegri signs a new contract with the champions of Italy until 2020.

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Luka Modric and Dejan Lovren to appear as witnesses in Croatia trial

Real Madrid's Luka Modric and Liverpool's Dejan Lovren are expected to be witnesses at a corruption trial in Croatia.

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Liverpool consider Gelson Martins over Mohamed Salah

Liverpool talk to Sporting Lisbon about Gelson Martins as they fear being priced out of a move for Roma's Mohamed Salah.

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Women's Super League: Manchester City sign Denmark defender Mie Jans

Women's Super League side Manchester City Women signed Brondby defender Mie Jans for next season.

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Curtis Davies: Derby County sign Hull City defender for undisclosed fee

Derby County sign defender Curtis Davies from Hull City for an undisclosed fee on a two-year contract.

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Wayne Rooney: Man Utd forward's England career not over - Marcus Rashford

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford says team-mate Wayne Rooney's England career is "nowhere near over".

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Man Utd return to top of football rich list

Manchester United overtake Real Madrid as the world's most valuable football team, according to business magazine Forbes.

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Two England fans have been banned for life for Nazi gestures

The Football Association issues lifetime bans to fans for the first time after two supporters' club members made Nazi gestures in Germany.

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Scotland's Brown could star in England - Butcher

Scotland captain Scott Brown could comfortably feature for a top English Premier League club, says Terry Butcher.

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I have a long road to recovery after transplant - Cole

Former England striker Andy Cole says he faces a "long road ahead" as he recovers from his recent kidney transplant.

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Defoe to keep link with terminally ill Bradley Lowery

Defoe struck up a close friendship with Bradley during his time playing for Sunderland.

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England v Scotland: Jack Butland on England's Royal Marine boot camp

England goalkeeper Jack Butland tells BBC Sport's Ian Dennis about the England team's experience at a boot camp with the Royal Marines.

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World Cup qualifiers: Serbia loss 'was catalyst for Wales success'

Chris Coleman's Wales return to Serbia for a crucial World Cup qualifier for the first time since a humiliating 6-1 defeat in 2012.

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'England boot camp replicated shootout pressure'

England striker Jermain Defoe says the squad's visit to a Royal Marines boot camp could help players cope in penalty shootouts.

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Jermain Defoe: Sunderland striker confirms Bournemouth medical

Sunderland striker Jermain Defoe says his move to Bournemouth is going ahead after a medical with the Premier League side.

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Turan retires from Turkey duty after journalist abuse claims

Turkey captain Arda Turan says he has retired from international football following allegations he abused a journalist.

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WSL Spring Series: Who justified Euro 2017 selection - who are the unlucky absentees?

Who was 'written off' but became the WSL 1 top scorer in the Spring Series and who is unlucky not be going to Euro 2017?

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US women football stars back disqualified girl

Abby Wambach defends young footballer banned from a tournament after complaints she looks like a boy.

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Beijing player recalls 'horrible' Tiote collapse

A Beijing Enterprises players recalls the "horrible" moment when Cheick Tiote fell to the ground in training and later died.

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Sead Kolasinac: New Arsenal player scores fastest-ever own goal at 2014 World Cup

New Arsenal defender Sead Kolasinac scores the fastest-ever own goal in World Cup history while playing for Bosnia-Herzegovina against Argentina at the 2014 World Cup.

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Stefano Pioli: Fiorentina set to hire former Inter Milan and Lazio boss

Former Inter Milan and Lazio coach Stefano Pioli agrees a two-year deal to take charge of Fiorentina.

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Former Rangers owner Whyte not guilty of takeover fraud

Craig Whyte is acquitted of using Rangers' own money for the takeover while claiming the funds were his.

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Pepe: Real Madrid defender leaving club after 10 years at Bernabeu

Portuguese defender Pepe says he is leaving Real Madrid after 10 years at the Bernabeu.

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Borussia Dortmund: Peter Bosz leaves Ajax to manage Bundesliga side

Borussia Dortmund name Ajax boss Peter Bosz as their new manager following the departure of Thomas Tuchel.

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Steph Houghton: England captain signs new Manchester City Women deal

England and Manchester City captain Steph Houghton signs a new contract with the Women's Super League side.

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Arsenal announce deal for Sead Kolasinac

Arsenal will sign Sead Kolasinac on a long-term contract as the club announce their first signing of the summer.

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Virgil van Dijk: Saints to report Liverpool over approach

Southampton will report Liverpool to the Premier League over an illegal approach for centre-back Virgil van Dijk, reports BBC Radio Solent.

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Chelsea & Manchester City only Premier League sides in 'Europe's top 10'

Only Chelsea and Manchester City from the Premier League are among the top 10 best sides in Europe, according to a new ranking list.

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'We are now talking to the club' - Lukaku says he knows where he wants to play next season

Everton striker Romelu Lukaku says he has made a decision about where he wants to play next season.

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Scotland must keep Kane quiet - McLeish

Scotland must "shut the door" and nullify the threat of England's Harry Kane to win their World Cup qualifier, says Alex McLeish.

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Gordon Strachan: England match is a 'must-perform'

Scotland manager insists the upcoming World Cup qualifier against England is a "must-perform" rather than a must win.

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'The most beautiful smile in football' - McClaren leads Tiote tributes

Steve McClaren says Cheick Tiote was the "toughest player" he has ever seen - but also a man with "the most beautiful smile in football".

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Under-20 World Cup: Real Madrid's Federico Valverde denies making racist gesture

Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde denies making a racist gesture during a goal celebration at the Under-20 World Cup in South Korea.

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England players put through Royal Marines boot camp

Gareth Southgate prepares his England squad for Saturday's World Cup qualifier with a Royal Marines boot camp.

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Scotland v England: Gordon Strachan inspired by squad's enthusiasm

Gordon Strachan hopes the feel-good factor enjoyed by some members of his Scotland squad rubs off on the others for the England game.

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Eden Hazard: Chelsea forward to miss start of Premier League season

Chelsea forward Eden Hazard will miss the start of the Premier League season after surgery on a fractured ankle.

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Abramovich helping Hull-target Slutsky in job search

Leonid Slutsky, who has been linked with the vacant Hull manager's job, says Roman Abramovich is helping him find work in England.

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Virgil van Dijk: Southampton defender keen on Liverpool move

Liverpool are set to win the race to sign Virgil van Dijk after it emerges Anfield is his preferred destination if he leaves Southampton.

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Cheick Tiote's stunning strike against Arsenal for Newcastle

Watch Cheick Tiote's memorable strike against Arsenal from February 2011, when Newcastle United came back from 4-0 down to draw with Arsenal in the Premier League.

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Cheick Tiote: Former Newcastle United midfielder dies after collapsing in training

Former Newcastle United midfielder Cheick Tiote dies aged 30 after collapsing while training in China, a spokesman for the player announces.

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Under-20 World Cup: England's Dominic Solanke scores as England reach semi-finals

Watch Dominic Solanke score England's winner in their Under-20 World Cup quarter-final win over Mexico.

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Gary Mabbutt: Former Spurs and England defender set to have heart surgery

Former Tottenham Hotspur captain Gary Mabbutt is set to have heart surgery, the club said on Monday.

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England U20s into World Cup semis for first time in 24 years

England will face Italy in the semi-finals of the Under-20 World Cup in South Korea after a 1-0 victory over Mexico.

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Wales name five uncapped players in squad for Serbia World Cup qualifier

Wales include five uncapped players in the quad for the World Cup qualifier in Serbia on Sunday, 11 June.

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Carli Lloyd 'not closing any doors' on Manchester City Women return

United States star Carli Lloyd tells the BBC she is "not closing any doors yet" on a possible return to Manchester City.

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European Under-21 Championship: Ruben Loftus-Cheek out of England squad

Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek is out of England's Under-21 squad for the European Championships in Poland because of a back injury.

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Eden Hazard: Chelsea midfielder would 'listen' to Real Madrid offer

Chelsea midfielder Eden Hazard says he would "listen" if Real Madrid offered him a deal, but adds he could stay with the Blues "for many years".

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David Flitcroft: Swindon Town to appoint former Barnsley and Bury boss as manager

Former Barnsley and Bury boss David Flitcroft is to be appointed as Swindon Town's new manager, BBC Wiltshire reports.

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Carli Lloyd 'not closing any doors' on Manchester City return

Carli Lloyd says she is "not closing any doors" on the prospect of returning to Manchester City in the future.

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Premier League teams must 'improve dramatically' to challenge elite - Shearer

Real Madrid's Champions League exploits highlights the need for English teams to "improve dramatically", says BBC pundit Alan Shearer

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Eden Hazard: Chelsea midfielder fractures ankle training with Belgium

Chelsea midfielder Eden Hazard suffers a fractured right ankle while training on international duty, the Belgian FA says.

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Gareth Bale: Real Madrid forward 'happy' to stay and wants more trophies

Real Madrid Gareth Bale says he is "happy" at the club and says the team can get better after a third Champions League success in four years.

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Rangers manager Pedro Caixinha spotted with Portuguese pair Fabio Cardoso and Dalcio

Rangers manager Pedro Caixinha flies back to Glasgow accompanied by Portuguese pair Fabio Cardoso and Dalcio.

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SWPL: Glasgow City show their class in comfortable win over Rangers

Glasgow City capitalise on a stunning start to romp to a 5-0 win over Rangers at the Excelsior Stadium.

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Republic of Ireland too good for Uruguay

The Republic of Ireland warm up for next weekend's World Cup qualifier against Austria by impressively beating Uruguay.

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Scotland's Tierney set to face England - McGhee

Scotland assistant coach Mark McGhee expects Kieran Tierney to be fit to face England following a recent facial injury.

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WSL 1 Spring Series: Chelsea clinch title with Birmingham win

Chelsea Ladies win the Women's Super League One Spring Series with a comfortable 2-0 final-day victory at Birmingham City.

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Scotland U20s 1-0 Brazil U20s

Greg Taylor scores the only goal of the game as Scotland Under-20s beat Brazil at the Toulon Tournament in France.

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Cristiano Ronaldo after Champions League final triumph: My numbers don't lie

Cristiano Ronaldo says his "numbers don't lie" after his goals help Real Madrid beat Juventus 4-1 in the Champions League final in Cardiff.

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Antoine Griezmann: Atletico Madrid forward to stay after transfer ban upheld

Antoine Griezmann says he will stay at Atletico Madrid next season as it would be a "dirty move" to leave the club after their transfer ban was upheld.

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Ryan Jack will help Rangers defence, says Richard Foster

Richard Foster believes new signing Ryan Jack will offer the Rangers defence the protection they lacked last season.

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Italian fans hurt in Turin square stampede

A firework is thought to have caused panic as crowds watched the Champions League final.

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Cristiano Ronaldo says that his records stack up after his fourth Champions League win

Cristiano Ronaldo says "people can't criticise me" after his goals helped Zinedine Zidane's Real Madrid side beat Juventus 4-1 in Cardiff.

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Champions League final: How the players rated as Real Madrid beat Juventus

Who looked rattled early before recovering to pocket a winners' medal. Chris Bevan rates the players after Real Madrid beat Juventus to win the Champions League.

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WSL 1 Spring Series: Liverpool 1-3 Man City highlights

Manchester City comfortably beat Liverpool 3-1 in the Women's Super League One Spring Series, but it's not enough to take the title after Chelsea's 2-0 victory at Birmingham.

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WSL 1 Spring Series: Chelsea Ladies win title on final day

Chelsea clinch the Women's Super League One Spring Series title with a 2-0 final-day victory at Birmingham City.

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Jonny Hayes: Celtic interested in Aberdeen's Republic of Ireland winger

Celtic are one of a number of clubs interested in Aberdeen's Republic of Ireland winger, Jonny Hayes.

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Luciano Spalletti: Former Roma coach expected to be named Inter Milan manager

Inter Milan are expected to name Luciano Spalletti as their new coach next week.

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Kilmarnock to appoint McCulloch as manager

Interim boss Lee McCulloch will be confirmed as the manager of Kilmarnock at the beginning of next week.

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Michael Carrick: Match of the Day pundits laud England performance at 2006 World Cup

Ahead of Michael Carrick's testimonial, BBC Sport looks back to the 2006 World Cup as Match of the Day pundits analyse the midfielder's influence during England's 1-0 win over Ecuador.

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Jonny Evans keen to make most of NI's Azerbaijan trip

Northern Ireland defender Jonny Evans hopes the squad's extended time together will pay off with a vital World Cup qualifier win against Azerbaijan.

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Liam Boyce overjoyed with first Northern Ireland goal

Liam Boyce described the feeling of scoring his first international goal as "unreal" after netting the winner for Northern Ireland against New Zealand.

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NI manager Michael O'Neill pleased with win over New Zealand

Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill is happy with his team's display in the 1-0 friendly victory over New Zealand at Windsor Park.

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Giroud hat-trick as France thrash Paraguay

Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud becomes the first player to score a hat-trick for France in 17 years as his side thrash Paraguay in a friendly.

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Northern Ireland scorer Liam Boyce targets start in Azerbaijan qualifier

Northern Ireland striker Liam Boyce hopes scoring his first international goal will earn him a start in the World Cup qualifier against Azerbaijan.

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Sergio Ramos: Real Madrid defender says they have 'appointment with history'

Real Madrid have an "appointment with history" when they face Juventus in the Champions League final on Saturday, says Sergio Ramos.

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Republic ring changes for Uruguay friendly

Martin O'Neill brings nine players into the Republic of Ireland squad for Sunday's friendly against Uruguay at the Aviva Stadium.

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Champions League final: Gianluigi Buffon inspired by Cameroon keeper Thomas N'Kono

Gianluigi Buffon is ready for Saturday's Champions League final - but it was a Cameroon keeper who inspired his long journey back in 1990

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Kenny Jackett: Former Wolves head coach appointed Portsmouth boss

Newly-promoted Portsmouth appoint ex-Wolves, Millwall and Rotherham boss Kenny Jackett as their new manager.

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Dean Whitehead: Huddersfield Town offer new deal to veteran midfielder

Premier League-bound Huddersfield Town offer a new deal to veteran midfielder Dean Whitehead.

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Swindon set to appoint Sheringham as new boss

Swindon Town are set to appoint former England striker Teddy Sheringham as their new manager.

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Champions League final: Ryan Giggs anticipating Ronaldo v Buffon in final

Former Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs analyses how Cristiano Ronaldo has developed his game over the years and the romance of 39-year-old Gianluigi Buffon lifting the Champions league trophy.

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Champions League final: Juventus' Gianluigi Buffon's bad memories of Wales

Juventus keeper Gianluigi Buffon returns to Cardiff for the Champions League final, but he had a night to forget the last time he played in the city.

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Lucien Favre: Nice 'will not respond favourably' if Dortmund make approach

Nice "will not respond favourably" if Borussia Dortmund make an approach for their Swiss boss Lucien Favre, the Ligue 1 club says.

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Transfers - June 2017

Track all the latest signings as they happen in England, Scotland and across the world.

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Villa chief executive Wyness suspended for 'disabilities' comment

Aston Villa chief executive Keith Wyness is suspended from football activity for three weeks for social media misconduct.

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Jorge Sampaoli: New Argentina boss holds Lionel Messi talks

New Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli says getting the best out of Lionel Messi and reaching the 2018 World Cup are the greatest challenges facing him.

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Mohamed Salah: Liverpool in talks with Roma for Egypt forward

Liverpool are holding talks with Roma about signing Egypt forward Mohamed Salah, after having a £28m bid turned down.

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Crystal Palace seek 'long-term' boss after eight managers in seven years

Crystal Palace are looking to appoint a long-term manager who will not treat the club as a "stepping stone", says chairman Steve Parish.

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Dundee appoint Neil McCann as full-time manager after U-turn

Interim boss Neil McCann reverses his decision to leave Dundee and takes on the position long-term.

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Champions League final - team news, preview and stats

Isco or Gareth Bale? Team news, match preview and stats ahead of Saturday's Champions League final in Cardiff.

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Lyon beat PSG 7-6 on penalties to win Women's Champions League

Lyon win their fourth Women’s Champions League with a 7-6 victory on penalties in Cardiff against Paris St-Germain.

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Chelsea paid £150.8m by Premier League - how much did your club receive?

Chelsea were paid £150.8m by the Premier League after winning the 2016-17 title - 50% more than last season's top earners.

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Klaas-Jan Huntelaar: Dutch striker rejoins Ajax on one-year deal

Dutch striker Klaas-Jan Huntelaar rejoins Eredivisie side Ajax after signing a one-year deal.

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Yaya Toure: Manchester City midfielder signs new contract

Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure has signed a new one-year deal with the Premier League club.

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O'Neill using NI match against New Zealand to gauge squad

Michael O'Neill will use Friday's international friendly between Northern Ireland and New Zealand to assess fringe players.

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Darren Fletcher: Stoke sign midfielder from West Brom

Stoke have signed midfielder Darren Fletcher on a free transfer from West Brom on a two-year deal.

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New Zealand will test Northern Ireland - Michael O'Neill

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill says New Zealand will provide a physical test in Friday's friendly in Belfast.

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Fourth substitute trial to be extended to four Uefa tournaments

The trial for a fourth substitute to be allowed in extra time will be extended to four Uefa tournaments this summer.

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Linesman who failed to spot Maradona's Hand of God goal dies aged 80

The linesman who failed to spot Maradona's Hand of God goal against England at the 1986 World Cup dies aged 80.

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Roberto Mancini: Italian appointed head coach of Zenit St Petersburg

Russian club Zenit St Petersburg appoint ex-Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini as their new head coach on three year contract.

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Champions League final: Is Gareth Bale finished at Real Madrid?

A change of formation, competition for places, injuries and a lukewarm press - why it is tougher than ever for Gareth Bale at the Bernabeu.

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Women's Champions League: Two French finalists 'no coincidence', says Lyon captain

French women's football has evolved, says Lyon captain Wendie Renarrd, before Thursday's Women's Champions League final.

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Man Utd cool interest in Atletico striker Griezmann

Manchester United cool their interest in Atletico Madrid striker Antoine Griezmann with Zlatan Ibrahimovic's Old Trafford future in doubt.

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