Arsenal will have to compete with Barca & Liverpool for Lemar - gossip

Barcelona and Liverpool to rival Arsenal for Lemar, Allardyce set for Everton talks, Abraham wants to represent England, plus more.

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Chelsea lacking 'hunger' and 'need to have the will to dig deep', says Conte

Chelsea need to rediscover their "hunger", says manager Antonio Conte after a 3-0 Champions League defeat by Roma.

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Celtic improving among European elite - Rodgers

Manager Brendan Rodgers says Celtic's display as they were knocked out of the Champions League by Bayern Munich shows they are developing.

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Sheffield United beaten at QPR and drop from first to third

QPR knock Sheffield United off the top of the Championship as Idrissa Sylla pounces on Jamal Blackman's early mistake.

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Blackburn held at home by Fleetwood

Fleetwood Town twice come from behind in the second half to earn a point against Blackburn Rovers in League One.

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Cardiff City up to second after win over Ipswich

Omar Bogle scores his first goal for Cardiff as the hosts beat Ipswich to move up to second in the Championship.

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Hibs up to third as Clarke loses first Kilmarnock match

Hibernian go third in the Scottish Premiership with victory at Kilmarnock, who lose for the first time under Steve Clarke.

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Sunderland part company with boss Grayson

Manager Simon Grayson parts company with Sunderland, who are 22nd in the Championship after 15 games.

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Celtic out of Champions League after Martinez heads winner

Javi Martinez secures victory for Bayern Munich to defeat Celtic and end their hopes of reaching the knockout stage.

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Wolves move top of Championship after win at Norwich

Wolves return to the top of the Championship, beating Norwich City with goals from Willy Boly and Leo Bonatini.

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Man Utd win but must wait to qualify

Manchester United are on the verge of reaching the Champions League knockout stages for the first time in four years after beating Benfica.

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Is Tottenham's Kane a Real Madrid Galactico in the making?

Harry Kane's rise from a "chubby" teenager to England star was predicted by few. Could he eventually become a Real Madrid 'Galatico'?

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Manchester City and Napoli in Champions League belt ban

Manchester City fans can't wear belts inside the Stadio San Paolo for Wednesday night's Champions League game against Napoli.

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Didier Deschamps signs new France deal to stay as coach until 2020

Didier Deschamps extends his contract as France coach until 2020, the French Football Federation has announced.

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'Man City the best team in Europe'

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Champions League game between Napoli and Manchester City.

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Watford & Stoke charged by FA with failing to control players

Watford and Stoke City are charged by the Football Association with failing to control their players during Saturday's game.

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Liverpool have shown glimpses - Milner

Liverpool midfielder James Milner says the side have "shown glimpses" or their potential this season.

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No link between player height and success - report

A new report says there is no correlation between the average height of a team's players and its success.

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Pochettino confident Kane will return against Real

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino is "very confident" striker Harry Kane will be fit to face Real Madrid on Wednesday.

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Non-league manager resigns after 26 days

Richard Money resigns as Solihull Moors manager just 26 days after taking charge of the National League club.

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Everton's Baningime, 19, yet to decide international future

Everton midfielder Beni Baningime, 19, says he has yet to consider whether to play for England or the Democratic Republic of Congo at international level.

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Are football stadium signs 'a national embarrassment'?

The symbol is not realistic but tourist road signs for other attractions are, critics say.

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Lee Clark: Bury chairman says sacked manager's appointment 'not a mistake'

Bury chairman Stewart Day insists it was not a mistake to appoint Lee Clark despite sacking him eight months later.

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Dejan Lovren: Liverpool defender angry after 'Instagram death threat'

Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren says a "disgusting" death threat against his family has been sent to him on social media.

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Manchester City: Pep Guardiola's football exciting fans worldwide, says Shay Given

Pep Guardiola's brand of football means Manchester City are exciting fans around the world, says former goalkeeper Shay Given.

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Everton to make Dyche approach - Tuesday's gossip

Everton will approach Sean Dyche, Chelsea to offer Cesc Fabregas new deal, Tammy Abraham commits to England, plus more.

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Why Ozil is as good as De Bruyne & near-perfect 10s - best Premier League stats

Mesut Ozil v Kevin de Bruyne, missed penalties and foxes in the box - the best Premier League statistics from the weekend

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Mbappe set to be dropped by PSG

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Champions League game between Paris St-Germain and Anderlecht.

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Burnley 1-0 Newcastle: Win 'perfect' for Sean Dyche's five-year anniversary

Burnley boss Sean Dyche says the win over Newcastle was the ideal way to mark his five-year anniversary in charge of the Clarets.

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Burnley 1-0 Newcastle: Rafael Benitez says Magpies had control until goal

Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez says his side had control of the game until a mistake led to Burnley's winner at Turf Moor.

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Demarai Gray: Leicester City winger ready to sign new deal

Leicester winger Demarai Gray says he is ready to sign a new contract with the club.

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Kante may return for Chelsea's trip to Roma

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Champions League game between Roma and Chelsea.

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Lee Clark: Bury sack manager after eight months in charge

League One strugglers Bury sack manager Lee Clark after eight months in charge.

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England Under-17s return home after World Cup win

England's Under-17 World Cup-winning squad arrive back in the country showing off an extensive collection of silverware.

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Alvaro Morata: Chelsea striker clarifies London comments

Alvaro Morata says he would probably sign a 10-year contract at Chelsea if he could after denying he dislikes London.

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Tottenham Hotspur ban fans for throwing urine at West Ham supporters

Tottenham ban two fans for life for their role in what appeared to be a cup of urine being thrown at West Ham fans in the League Cup.

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Pique missing for Barca as Valverde returns to Athens

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Champions League game between Olympiakos and Barcelona.

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'Belief' vital for England youngsters after Under-17 World Cup win

Belief is the most important aspect for young players' success, says the Football Association's new national coach developer.

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Everton: Ancelotti, Giggs, Dyche? Pundits debate next Toffees manager

Everton fan Tony Bellew and former Blues Leon Osman and Kevin Kilbane discuss who will be the Toffees' next manager, with Carlo Ancelotti, Sean Dyce and Rafa Benitez being picked out.

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Kieran Tierney: Celtic left-back signs new six-year contract

Celtic defender Kieran Tierney signs a new contract with the Scottish champions, tying him to the club until 2023.

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Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers targets "big result" in Champions League

Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers says his side are always confident at home before the visit of Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Tuesday.

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Jose Mourinho: Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku should be "untouchable"

Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku brings more to the team than just goals, says manager Jose Mourinho.

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Watford captain Deeney charged with violent conduct

Watford captain Troy Deeney is charged with violent conduct by the FA following clashes in their Premier League game against Stoke.

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NI manager Michael O'Neill welcomes return of McNair and Ward

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill welcomes the return of Paddy McNair and Jamie Ward after injury as part of the squad for the World Cup play-off against Switzerland.

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Serbia boss leaves despite reaching 2018 World Cup

Serbia part company with coach Slavoljub Muslin, despite him leading them to the World Cup above the Republic of Ireland and Wales.

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A 'goatee-off'? Dyche v Benitez: Battle of the beards

Burnley boss Sean Dyche and Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez are asked about a "goatee-off" before Monday's Premier League game.

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Allardyce would 'consider' Everton job 'if that phone call happens'

Former England boss Sam Allardyce says he would consider an approach from Everton if one comes.

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Lukaku should be 'untouchable' - Mourinho

Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku should be "untouchable" from fans' criticism, says manager Jose Mourinho.

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Women's Super League: Harding hat-trick & other great goals

Liverpool's Natasha Harding is our star performer for her hat-trick against Sunderland in the best goals and highlights from week four of the Women's Super League.

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Scotland: Malky Mackay to 'wait and see' on manager's job

Scotland interim coach Malky Mackay insists he has "an important job" but will "wait and see" what happens after taking charge against Netherlands.

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Alex Nouri: Werder Bremen sack manager after 3-0 defeat by Augsburg

Werder have sack manager Alex Nouri after Sunday's 3-0 home defeat by Augsburg.

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Scotland: Interim manager Malky Mackay calls up four new faces for Netherlands friendly

Scotland interim manager Malky Mackay calls up four new faces - Jason Cummings, Ryan Christie, Ryan Jack and Paul Hanlon.

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Ward and McNair return for Northern Ireland's play-off

Fit-again Jamie Ward, Aaron Hughes and Paddy McNair have been recalled to the Northern Ireland squad for the World Cup play-off against Switzerland.

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Cologne fined £53,000 for Arsenal trouble

Cologne are fined £53,000 after crowd trouble marred their Europa League match at Arsenal's Emirates Stadium last month.

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Burnley v Newcastle United - Monday team news

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Premier League game between Burnley and Newcastle United.

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Under-17 Euros 2018: Midlands venues named for tournament hosted in England

Venues across the Midlands and South Yorkshire are to host matches at the 2018 Under-17 European Championships.

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Non-league Widnes stage incredible comeback in action-packed injury time against Padiham

Watch an incredible minute of football as Widnes battle back from 3-1 down in injury time of their North West Counties Football League match against Padiham.

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England ask to wear poppies against Germany

England will request permission from Fifa to wear poppies during the friendly against Germany next month.

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Match of the Day 2: It's sink or swim for young players - Jermaine Jenas

Match of the Day 2 pundits Gary Neville and Jermaine Jenas look at the "sink or swim" environment facing England's youngsters in the Premier League.

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Who brought back memories of Liverpool legend Rush to make Garth's team of the week?

Chelsea and Leicester City supply five players between them to Garth Crooks' team this week. Plus, who is not a catwalk model but makes the side?

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PSG set sights on Coutinho - Monday's gossip column

Paris St-Germain targeting Liverpool's Philippe Coutinho, Arsenal , plus more.

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Why David Unsworth should get the Everton job - Phil Neville

Everton caretaker manager David Unsworth has the qualities needed to be appointed permanently, says former Toffees captain Phil Neville.

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Watch: The Women's Football Show

The latest action and talking points from the FA WSL, with Eilidh Barbour and guests.

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'We want to normalise it' - Football Manager includes gay players

Modern elite male British football is still waiting for its first openly gay player. Maybe Football Manager can help.

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Leaders Napoli beat Sassuolo to stay unbeaten

Napoli maintain their unbeaten start to the Serie A season and pull three points clear at the top of the table by beating strugglers Sassuolo.

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Leicester City 2-0 Everton: David Unsworth 'disappointed' by Everton's first-half display

Everton caretaker boss David Unsworth says he is "disappointed" by the Toffees' first-half display following their 2-0 defeat away against Leicester.

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Leicester City 2-0 Everton: Claude Puel pleased with 'perfect' Foxes start

New Leicester City manager Claude Puel says his side's 2-0 win over Everton is the "perfect game" for his first in charge of the Foxes.

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Birmingham v Aston Villa: St Andrew's free 'clappers' criticised by both bosses

Steve Bruce and Steve Cotterill criticise the handing out of free cardboard clappers to Birmingham fans at St Andrew's.

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Is this the most bizarre way to concede a penalty?!

Watch Cowdenbeath's Jordan Garden concede a bizarre penalty after he used his head to clear the ball following his side's 1-0 defeat to Berwick Rangers.

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Spanish champions Real Madrid lose at Girona

Champions Real Madrid suffer an embarrassing defeat at La Liga first-timers Girona and are now eight points behind league leaders Barcelona.

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Aluko scores twice in first game since parliamentary inquiry

Eniola Aluko scores twice in her first game since an inquiry into her racism allegations as Chelsea Ladies thrash Yeovil.

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Brighton 1-1 Southampton:: Mauricio Pellegrino content with 'really tight' draw

Southampton boss Mauricio Pellegrino says neither team controlled the "really tight" game as opponents Brighton recover from going a goal behind to earn a 1-1 draw.

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Brighton 1-1 Southampton: Solid team performance pleases Chris Hughton

Chris Hughton says Brighton's 1-1 draw against Southampton was a "fair result" as the Seagulls move up one place to 11th with 12 points.

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World Cup 2022: Can England really target Qatar success?

Remember the claim that England should be targeting winning the 2022 World Cup? With a new breed of successful youth teams - could they really do it?

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WSL 1 highlights: Manchester City Women 3-1 Birmingham City Ladies

Two penalties from Izzy Christiansen and a Jennifer Beattie header see Manchester City Women come from behind to beat Birmingham City Ladies 3-1 in the Women's Super League 1.

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Man City Women score twice in injury time to preserve 100% record

Manchester City Women score two stoppage time goals as they recover to beat Birmingham City Ladies and preserve their 100% start.

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'Bayern Munich will face a different Celtic'

Bayern Munich will face a better Celtic in Glasgow on Tuesday than the team that lost 3-0 in Bavaria, insists Leigh Griffiths.

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Nani scores as Lazio hammer Benevento

Former Manchester United winger Nani scores as Lazio continue their impressive start to the Serie A season by hammering bottom side Benevento.

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Villa hit bar twice in derby draw at Birmingham

Aston Villa stay sixth in the Championship after hitting the woodwork twice in a goalless derby draw at Birmingham City.

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Brighton & Hove Albion v Southampton

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Premier League game between Brighton & Hove Albion and Southampton.

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Leicester City v Everton

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Premier League game between Leicester City and Everton.

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Rangers: Derek McInnes emerging as main candidate for manager's job

Rangers will make moves this week to replace Pedro Caixinha, with Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes the favourite to become his successor.

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Celtic's record run phenomenal - Rodgers

Brendan Rodgers is disappointed Celtic were held to a draw by Kilmarnock but hails their British record of 62 domestic games unbeaten.

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Match of the Day: Alan Shearer says Manchester City are taking football to new level

Match of the Day pundit and former England captain Alan Shearer looks at how record-breaking Manchester City are "taking football to a new level".

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Man City want to sign Sanchez for free - gossip

Manchester City decide against bidding for Alexis Sanchez in January, Crystal Palace target £20m Turkey striker, plus more.

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England win U17 World Cup: 'We are heading where we want to go' - Cooper

Winning the Under-17 World Cup proves that English youth development is heading "where we want it to go", says manager Steve Cooper.

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Ranieri's Nantes lose for first time in nine games

Claudio Ranieri's Nantes side lose their first Ligue 1 match in nine games as they are beaten at Dijon.

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Barcelona beat Blibao to stay unbeaten

Barcelona maintain their unbeaten start to the La Liga season with a hard-fought win at Athletic Bilbao.

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Bournemouth 0-1 Chelsea: Eddie Howe disappointed with 'passive' players

Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe is disappointed his side "didn't hurt" Chelsea and conceded a "poor goal" during their 1-0 home defeat.

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Oxford finally makes debut as Monchengladbach win

West Ham loanee Reece Oxford makes his debut for Borussia Monchengladbach as they come from a goal down to win at Hoffenheim.

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Bournemouth 0-1 Chelsea: Antonio Conte pleased with 'deserved' win for Blues

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says his side deserved their 1-0 win over Bournemouth, but that they could have finished the game sooner.

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Higuain reaches landmark as Juve beat AC Milan

Gonzalo Higuain scores his 100th Serie A goal as champions Juventus move level with unbeaten leaders Napoli by beating AC Milan.

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Hazard strikes as Chelsea win at Bournemouth

Eden Hazard's second-half strike gives Chelsea victory over struggling Bournemouth.

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Liverpool 3-0 Huddersfield: Jurgen Klopp says Liverpool reacted well to Tottenham defeat

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says his team "reacted well" to last week's 4-1 defeat at Tottenham in their convincing 3-0 victory over Huddersfield at Anfield.

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Watford 0-1 Stoke Darren Fletcher winner straight off the training ground - Hughes

Stoke City boss Mark Hughes admits Darren Fletcher's volley was practiced on the training ground all week as they record a 1-0 at Watford to win away from home for the first time this season.

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Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho hits back after win over Tottenham

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho puts his finger to his lips and tells his critics to 'calm down' after Saturday's win over Tottenham.

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Match of the Day: Huddersfield players serving up school breakfasts

Match of the Day's Ayo Akinwolere looks at how Premier League newcomers Huddersfield Town are keen to make the club a focal point of the community by helping school children get their most important meal of the day with free breakfasts.

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West Brom 2-3 Man City: Tony Pulis pleased with 'fantastic' Baggies

West Brom manager Tony Pulis says his side "caused City problems" during their 2-3 defeat at home to the Premier League leaders.

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Under-17 World Cup final: Jubilant England players gatecrash interview

The victorious England Under-17 players gatecrash manager Steve Cooper and goalscorer Phil Foden's interview following a sensational performance to win the Under-17 World Cup in India.

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Under-17 World Cup final: England 5-2 Spain highlights

England produce a sensational performance to come from 2-0 down to thrash Spain 5-2 and win the Under-17 World Cup in India.

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Premier League stats: Man City, Jose Mourinho, Sead Kolasinac, Georginio Wijnaldum

Manchester City's record start, Jose Mourinho and Sead Kolasinac feature in the 10 best stats from Saturday's Premier League action.

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Arsenal 2-1 Swansea: We couldn't contain them - Paul Clement

Swansea manager Paul Clement says his team "couldn't contain" Arsenal, after squandering a one-goal lead to fall to a 2-1 defeat at the Emirates.

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Crystal Palace 2-2 West Ham: Point scant reward for gutsy Palace - Hodgson

Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson says a point is "scant reward" for his players' performance after his team score a 97th-minute equaliser to draw 2-2 at home to West Ham.

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Arsenal 2-1 Swansea: Arsene Wenger hails Gunners' second-half comeback

Arsene Wenger praises his team's second-half performance after they came back from a goal down to beat Swansea 2-1 at the Emirates.

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Liverpool 3-0 Huddersfield Town: David Wagner praises Terriers' effort

Huddersfield manager David Wagner says he is "happy" with his team's effort after they held Liverpool for 50 minutes at Anfield, but disappointed with their eventual 3-0 defeat.

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Crystal Palace 2-2 West Ham: Slaven Bilic 'gutted' after Hammers concede 97th minute goal

West Ham manager Slaven Bilic admits he and his players are "gutted" after conceding a 97th minute equaliser to draw 2-2 at Crystal Palace.

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West Brom 2-3 Man City: Pep Guardiola pleased players 'did not panic'

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is pleased his players "did not panic" after a hard-fought 3-2 away at West Brom to record their eighth successive Premier League win.

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Under-17 World Cup final: Phil Foden scores England's fifth to seal U17 World Cup

Phil Foden scores his second and England's fifth to wrap up a 5-2 win against Spain and seal their first ever Under-17 World Cup trophy.

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Celtic held to home draw by Clarke's Kilmarnock

Celtic equal a 100-year-old club record run of 62 domestic games unbeaten but labour to a draw at home to Steve Clarke's Kilmarnock.

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England fight back to win U17 World Cup

England produce a superb comeback from 2-0 down to thrash Spain and win the Under-17 World Cup.

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Premier League results: Man City & Man Utd win, Crystal Palace draw

Both Manchester clubs continue their dominance at the top of the Premier League, as Crystal Palace snatch a 96th-minute equaliser.

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Impressive Man City extend West Brom's winless run

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between West Bromwich Albion and Manchester City.

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Liverpool overpower Huddersfield with stirring second-half display

Liverpool turn on the style at Anfield with three second-half goals as Huddersfield are unable to follow up last week's victory over Manchester United.

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Arsenal fight back to beat Swansea

Aaron Ramsey scores the decisive goal as Arsenal come back from behind to win manager Arsene Wenger's 800th Premier League game.

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Zaha earns Palace injury-time draw against West Ham

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Crystal Palace and West Ham United.

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Stoke win at Watford for first away victory of season

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Watford and Stoke City.

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Under-17 World Cup final: Rhian Brewster pulls one back for England

Rhian Brewster heads home to pull one back for England and score his eighth goal of the tournament against Spain in the 2017 Under-17 World Cup final.

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Salford keeper sent off for urinating during game

Salford City goalkeeper Max Crocombe was sent off in his side's win at Bradford Park Avenue for urinating.

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Under-17 World Cup final: Spain score opener against England

Sergio Gomez scores from just a few yards out as Spain take the lead against England in the 2017 Under-17 World Cup final.

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Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham: Mauricio Pochettino 'very disappointed' following late Martial winner

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino is left "very disappointed" after Anthony Martial's late goal seals a 1-0 for Manchester United at Old Trafford.

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Man Utd 1-0 Tottenham: Bad shots can be genius - Jose Mourinho on Anthony Martial's winner

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho refers to Anthony Martial's winner as a "bad shot that was genius" as the Reds stay in second place in the Premier League.

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Murrayfield 'can boost Scottish football'

Scottish Rugby chief executive Dominic McKay says Murrayfield could help grow Scottish football's audience.

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Martial earns Man Utd late win over Spurs

Anthony Martial's late winner hands Manchester United victory over Tottenham at Old Trafford.

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Unbeaten Valencia win away at Alaves

Former Premier League players Simone Zaza and Rodrigo score as Valencia maintain their unbeaten start to the La Liga season by defeating Alaves.

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Claudio Ranieri says Claude Puel can do very well at Leicester

Former Leicester City boss Claudio Ranieri gives new Foxes manager Claude Puel his stamp of approval following the sacking of his successor Craig Shakespeare.

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Premier League predictions: Moeen Ali & James Anderson take on Mark Lawrenson

BBC Sport football expert Mark Lawrenson, who beat Joe Root last week, takes on two of his England cricket team-mates for this weekend's fixtures - all-rounder Moeen Ali and bowler James Anderson.

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Liverpool & Newcastle chase Casillas - Gossip

Liverpool and Newcastle in for Iker Casillas, Barcelona weigh up moves for Antoine Griezmann and Philippe Coutinho, plus more.

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Shock defeat could happen again this season - Mourinho

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho warns results such as last weekend's defeat by Huddersfield Town "can happen again" this season.

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Sean Dyche: Burnley boss says 'no-one cares' about eradicating diving from game

Burnley boss Sean Dyche says "no-one cares" about eradicating diving despite new laws brought in by the Football Association.

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'They lost their lives too early and I would be nothing without them'

At the launch of his autobiography, Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers reveals what motivates him to achieve success in his career.

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Cavani scores twice as PSG ease to victory

Edinson Cavani scores twice as Paris St-Germain overcome the absence of the suspended Neymar to comfortably beat Nice.

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Aaron Mooy meets young fan who sent him £5 after Man Utd win

A young Huddersfield Town who sent a £5 note to Huddersfield Town midfielder Aaron Mooy meets his hero.

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I feared I was having a heart attack - Rodgers

Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers says the pressures of football management left him needing to take a physical and mental break after leaving Liverpool.

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Rangers: Former Ibrox boss Alex McLeish says club have 'got my number'

Former Rangers boss Alex McLeish says he has not applied for the vacant manager's position at Ibrox but adds they have "got my number".

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Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp: Rhian Brewster 'fantastic' to have around

Jurgen Klopp praises Liverpool striker Rhian Brewster after the 17-year-old scores two successive hat-tricks for England at the Under-17s World Cup.

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Claudio Ranieri: Is former Leicester coach repeating success at Nantes?

An unfashionable side riding high in the table? Claudio Ranieri is back and Nantes are feeling the benefits.

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Under-17 World Cup final: Who are the England stars of the future?

BBC Sport profile four of the stars of England's run to the final of the Under-17 World Cup where they face European champions Spain in Saturday's final in Kolkata, India.

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Chelsea's Antonio Conte angrily slams Carlo Ancelotti rumours

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte angrily responds to speculation that former Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti is lined up to take his job.

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Asmir Begovic: Artur Boruc said I should've cheered when I scored against him!

Bournemouth goalkeeper Asmir Begovic reveals how he brought up the time he scored against now team-mate Artur Boruc when at Stoke in 2013.

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Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes plays down Rangers vacancy link

Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes plays down speculation linking him with Rangers' managerial vacancy.

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Under-17 World Cup final: BBC to broadcast England v Spain

England will attempt to beat Spain and win the U17 World Cup on Saturday - and you can watch the game on the BBC.

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Bibiana Steinhaus: Being a referee is 'best job in the world'

Bibiana Steinhaus - the Bundesliga's first female referee - tells BBC Sport why being a referee is the "best job in the world".

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Miller recalled to Rangers squad after Caixinha sacking

Rangers interim manager Graeme Murty confirms Kenny Miller will be in the squad for Saturday's meeting with Hearts.

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Alex Scott: Arsenal Women and ex-England right-back to retire

Arsenal Women defender Alex Scott says she will retire at the end of this season to concentrate on her broadcasting career.

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Tottenham's Kane out of Man Utd game

Tottenham striker Harry Kane is ruled out of his side's trip to Manchester United on Saturday with a hamstring injury.

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Morecambe directors urged to resign to allow takeover to be completed

Morecambe's majority shareholders urge the club's directors to resign to allow a takeover of the club to be completed.

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Pat Nevin analysis: Which player is indispensable to Manchester City?

BBC football analyst Pat Nevin looks at the reasons behind Manchester City's brilliant start to the season, and identifies the one player who is crucial to Pep Guardiola's plans.

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'Institutional failure' at Rangers, admits director

Rangers director Alastair Johnston describes the events that led to Pedro Caixinha's sacking as "institutional failure".

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Man City must pay at least £30m for Sanchez - gossip

Arsenal want £30m for Sanchez, Liverpool and Newcastle keen on Casillas, Sevilla want Brighton target Jovetic, plus more.

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Real Madrid earn Spanish Cup win

Two second-half penalties earn Real Madrid victory over third-tier side Fuenlabrada in the fourth round of the Spanish Cup.

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Football Association Grassroots Football Survey: Four days remain

The Football Association is hopeful it can add to the 25,000 people who have already completed the 2017 Grassroots Football Survey before it closes on Monday.

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Andy Woodward: Greg Clarke comments left me 'devastated & deeply upset'

Former footballer Andy Woodward says he feels "devastated and deeply upset" that FA chairman Greg Clarke revealed details of a confidential meeting between them.

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Eniola Aluko: FA pays second half of settlement fee to Chelsea striker

Chelsea Ladies striker Eniola Aluko receives the second half of an £80,000 settlement fee from the Football Association.

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England Under-17s: Six things you didn't know about World Cup finalists

A Premier League referee as a dad, Nani as a cousin, and the goalkeeper who conceded 23 goals in his first match between the sticks.

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Lawro takes on England cricketers Anderson & Moeen

Mark Lawrenson takes on England cricketers Moeen Ali and James Anderson in the next round of Premier League matches.

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Sean Dyche: Burnley boss interrupted by phone during media conference

Burnley manager Sean Dyche's response to speculation linking him to other clubs is interrupted by a ringing phone.

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Carabao Cup: Bristol City face Man Utd in quarter-finals

Bristol City will host Manchester United in the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup, after the draw was delayed by almost two hours.

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Sean Dyche: Burnley manager has had 'no contact' with Everton

Burnley boss Sean Dyche says he has had "no contact" from Everton over their vacant managerial position.

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Highs and lows from Caixinha's time as Rangers boss

Following the sacking of Pedro Caixinha we look back on some memorable moments from his seven months in charge at Rangers.

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Leeds v Sheffield United - team news as Blades look to go top

Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's Championship game between Leeds United and Sheffield United.

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Arsene Wenger: Arsenal future will be reviewed after season

Arsene Wenger confirms that the Arsenal board will review his position as manager at the end of the season.

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Tottenham Hotspur investigate 'urine' incident at Carabao Cup game

Tottenham Hotspur are investigating an incident of one of their fans allegedly throwing urine during the Carabao Cup game against West Ham.

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We made mistakes, it's about how we react - Klopp

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he never lets his players down, after Simon Mignolet and Dejan Lovren bore the brunt of the criticism following the 4-1 defeat at Tottenham.

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Dawson out for two months after colliding with team-mate

West Brom defender Craig Dawson is ruled out for two months with a knee injury sustained in a collision with a team-mate.

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World Cup play-off: James McCarthy in Republic of Ireland squad for Denmark ties

Everton's James McCarthy is named in a provisional 34-man Republic of Ireland squad for the World Cup play-off against Denmark.

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Football Association has lost trust of public - chairman Greg Clarke

The FA has "lost" the public's trust over its handling of discrimination claims against ex-England women's boss Mark Sampson, says chairman Greg Clarke.

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Rangers board meet to discuss Caixinha's future

Rangers directors to meet to discuss manager Pedro Caixinha after club drops to fourth in the Premiership table.

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Juventus fans protest during Holocaust tribute

Some Juventus fans turn their backs and sing the Italian national anthem during a minute's silence to remember the Holocaust.

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Ronald Koeman Ex-Everton manager says Olivier Giroud transfer failure costly

Former Everton manager Ronald Koeman says the failure to sign Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud this summer contributed to his sacking.

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Footballer Jamie Insall banned for cocaine use by UK Anti-Doping

Former Hibs and East Fife striker Jamie Insall is banned from all sport for two years after testing positive for cocaine use.

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Scottish Premiership highlights: Aberdeen 0-3 Celtic

Celtic produce an impressive display to move three points clear of Aberdeen at the top of the Scottish Premiership.

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Rangers' red card, missed penalty & equaliser conceded - all in stoppage time

Chris Burke scores deep into injury time as Kilmarnock snatch a point against Rangers at Ibrox.

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Celtic win proved gulf between champions and Aberdeen - Derek McInnes

Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes says Celtic's 3-0 win was evidence of the gulf between his side and the Premiership leaders.

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Pedro Caixinha determined to continue as Rangers manager

Despite dropping two points and one league place, Pedro Caixinha insists he is "strong enough to take things forward" for Rangers.

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Scottish Premiership highlights: Dundee 0-1 Motherwell

A goal by Craig Tanner helps lift Motherwell to third place in the Scottish Premiership as they win a tight match at Dundee.

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Ex-judge sentenced for fraud as US investigates Fifa

An ex-head of Guatemala's football federation was sentenced to eight months in prison for fraud.

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Napoli go top of table - as Italian clubs remember Anne Frank

Napoli maintain their unbeaten start to the season and return to the top of Serie A by coming from behind to beat Genoa.

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Keita sent off again as Bayern beat Leipzig on penalties

Liverpool-bound Naby Keita is sent off for the third time in seven games as Bayern Munich beat RB Leipzig on penalties

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Barca still working on Coutinho deal - gossip

Barcelona working on deal to sign Philippe Coutinho, Tottenham scouting two Ajax youngsters, plus more.

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Ben Gibson: Middlesbrough defender signs new contract to 2022

Middlesbrough defender Ben Gibson signs a new five-year deal, committing himself to the club until 2022.

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Rhian Brewster: 'I've never seen a player like him before'

Following his exploits at the Under-17 World Cup, Rhian Brewster's father and his coach tell BBC Sport why the Liverpool teenager is a talent.

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Kilmarnock force late draw after Rangers miss penalty

Chris Burke scores an injury-time equaliser for Kilmarnock minutes after Daniel Candeias misses from the penalty spot for Rangers.

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Tanner winner lifts Motherwell to third

Craig Tanner's strike gives Motherwell a fourth straight win as they record their first victory in six meetings with Dundee to move into third place.

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Celtic see off Aberdeen to pull clear at top

Moussa Dembele scores twice as Celtic take a three-point lead at the top of the Premiership by easing aside nearest challengers Aberdeen.

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Atlanta United & their record-breaking fans: The greatest debut season ever?

A billionaire owner, an ex-Barcelona manager, a futuristic stadium and record-breaking fanbase - Brad Guzan on swapping the Premier League for Atlanta United.

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Claude Puel: Leicester City appoint ex-Southampton manager

Former Southampton boss Claude Puel succeeds Craig Shakespeare to become Leicester City's third manager this year.

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Trevor Sinclair: Young England players need opportunities at clubs

Trevor Sinclair says young England players need opportunities to play at club level after reaching the Under-17 World Cup final

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Ben Woodburn: Liverpool striker signs long-term deal with the club

Liverpool's youngest goalscorer Ben Woodburn signs a new long-term deal with the Premier League club.

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Dan Ashworth told England women Mark Sampson was innocent before Russia match

The FA's Dan Ashworth told the England women's team Mark Sampson was innocent of racism allegations before a match.

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Unsworth would die for Everton - Amokachi

Everton should make David Unsworth their next manager as he would "die for the team", says his former team-mate Daniel Amokachi.

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Chelsea v Everton - team news & stats

Chelsea are set to field a strong side in their Carabao Cup fourth-round tie against Everton.

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U17 World Cup semi-final: Brazil 1-3 England

A hat-trick from Liverpool striker Rhian Brewster sends England into the Under-17 World Cup final with a 3-1 win over Brazil.

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Wagner is emerging from Klopp's shadow - Lineker

Gary Lineker explores Huddersfield boss David Wagner's friendship with Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp in an in-depth interview for The Premier League Show.

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Under-17 World Cup: Highlights: Brazil 1-3 England

Watch highlights as England beat Brazil 3-1 in their Under-17 World Cup semi-final in Kolkata, India thanks to a hat-trick from Liverpool's Rhian Brewster.

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I was racially abused at Arsenal match - boxer Ogogo

Boxer Anthony Ogogo says he was racially abused by a fan while watching Norwich City in their Carabao Cup tie at Arsenal.

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EFL defends cup ball after Guardiola says it is 'impossible' to score

The EFL defends the ball used in the Carabao Cup after criticism from Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola, who said it was "impossible" to score.

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Part of Anne Frank's diary to be read at Italian games

A passage of Anne Frank's diary will be read before all Italian league matches this week after a racist incident at Rome's Olympic Stadium.

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Brewster gives England U17s lead in World Cup semi

England striker Rhian Brewster opens the scoring against Brazil in the semi-final of the under-17 World Cup in India.

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David Wagner discusses Huddersfield Town's team spirit

Huddersfield boss David Wagner discusses the pre-season trip to the Swedish wilderness that preceded their Premier League promotion.

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Premier League Show: We took our chance against Manchester United - Wagner

Huddersfield Town manager David Wagner analyses his side's win against Manchester United on Saturday with The Premier League Show's Gary Lineker.

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Boy finds £5 at Huddersfield v Man Utd & sends it to man of the match Mooy

A young Huddersfield Town fan sends £5 in the post to goal hero Aaron Mooy after Saturday's win over Manchester United.

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BBC to show England U17 World Cup semi-final against Brazil from 12:20 BST

England Under-17s' World Cup semi-final against Brazil will be broadcast live on the BBC Red Button and online from 12:20 BST.

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Juventus legend Buffon to retire after this season

Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon says he will retire at the end of the season unless Juventus win the Champions League.

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Highlights: Hibernian 1-0 Hearts

Hibernian get the better of city rivals Hearts in the season's first Edinburgh derby (UK only).

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Much-changed Barcelona earn first-leg win

Jose Arnaiz scores on his senior debut as Barcelona defeat third-tier side Real Murcia in the first leg of their fourth round Copa Del Rey tie.

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Leicester to appoint Puel - Gossip

Leicester close in on Claude Puel, Carlo Ancelotti to join Guangzhou Evergrande, Mesut Ozil interested in Man Utd move, plus more.

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Inter top Serie A with win over Sampdoria

Inter Milan move top of Serie A after holding on against sixth-placed Sampdoria to extend their unbeaten start to 10 games.

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Murray gives Hibs victory over Hearts

Hibernian claim Edinburgh derby victory after a stunning Simon Murray effort leaves Hearts floored at Easter Road.

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Pedro Martinez Losa: Arsenal Women manager set to leave after three years

Arsenal Women manager Pedro Martinez Losa is set to leave the English top-flight club, BBC Sport understands.

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Man Utd win at Swansea thanks to Lingard double

Jesse Lingard scores twice as Carabao Cup holders Manchester United secure a comfortable fourth-round victory at Swansea.

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Karl Marginson: FC United of Manchester part company with first boss after 12 years

FC United of Manchester part company with a manager for the first time as Karl Marginson leaves, BBC Radio Manchester reports.

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Harry Kane: England striker would command record transfer fee - Perez

Tottenham would demand a world-record fee for Harry Kane if any club attempted to sign him, according to Real Madrid president Florentino Perez.

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Bruno Alves: Rangers defender offered two-match ban by SFA

Rangers defender Bruno Alves, who clashed with Louis Moult on Sunday, has been offered a two-match ban by the SFA's compliance officer.

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Slaven Bilic: West Ham players had a positive meeting, says manager

West Ham's players had a "long meeting" that was "positive" after dropping into relegation trouble, manager Slaven Bilic says.

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Fryatt training with Walsall after two-year injury nightmare

Former Nottingham Forest forward Matty Fryatt is training at Walsall after more than two years out injured.

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Under-17 World Cup: England play with freedom, says Morgan Gibbs-White

England's ability to "play with freedom" has helped them to the Under-17 World Cup semi-finals, says midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White.

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Tottenham's Rose set to make first start since January

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Carabao Cup game between Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United.

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David Unsworth: 'Who wouldn't want the Everton job?'

Everton's caretaker boss David Unsworth says he wants the job on a full-time basis.

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Premier League clubs abandon global TV rights plan

Premier League clubs fail to agree on ending the equal distribution of overseas TV money and abandon the proposals.

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Clark Carlisle describes being found in Liverpool, as he struggled with his mental health.

Former PFA chairman Clark Carlisle describes the moment a man found him in Liverpool, as he struggled with his mental health.

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How the English influenced AC Milan, Juve, Corinthians, Real Madrid & Barcelona

Find out how the English founded some Italian giants, gave El Clasico its colour and popularised football in Brazil.

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Ray McKinnon: Dundee United manager leaves post with immediate effect

Dundee United and Ray McKinnon have "mutually agreed" his departure as manager, with the club five points behind Championship leaders St Mirren.

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Italian police investigate Lazio fans' stickers

Lazio fans are thought to have used the stickers with Anne Frank wearing the jersey of rivals Roma.

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QPR: Championship club's Financial Fair Play claim dismissed by panel

A claim by Queens Park Rangers that the English Football League's 2012 Financial Fair Play Rules were unlawful is dismissed.

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Leicester City will not go to CAS over Adrien Silva

Leicester City will not appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport against Fifa's decision to reject Adrien Silva's registration.

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England U21 defender Worrall signs long-term Forest contract

Nottingham Forest defender Joe Worrall signs a new four-and-a-half-year contract with the Championship club.

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Everton: Ronald Koeman 'disappointed' after being sacked as manager

Ronald Koeman says he is "disappointed" at being sacked by Everton after 16 months at the Premier League side.

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Everton: Phil Neville interested in manager's job after Ronald Koeman's sacking

Phil Neville is interested in the vacant managerial position at his former club Everton, BBC Sport understands.

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Quiz: Best Fifa Football Awards 2017 - who picked who?

Try our quiz to see if you can guess who picked who at the Best Fifa awards and test your knowledge on the other facts and figures.

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Everton make Tuchel top target - Gossip

Sean Dyche, Thomas Tuchel, Carlo Ancelotti, Ryan Giggs and David Unsworth are all in the running for the Everton job, plus more.

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Irish Premiership: Linfield 2-5 Crusaders

Crusaders put five goals past shell-shocked league champions Linfield at Windsor Park to move into third place in the Irish Premiership.

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Giggs interested in Leicester and Everton jobs

Manchester United and Wales legend Ryan Giggs says he would be interested in the vacant manager's jobs at Leicester and Everton.

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Fletcher joins elite club, plus Rashford v Rooney - the best Premier League stats

Darren Fletcher joins an elite club, Diego Maradona is part of a record crowd and it's goals galore in the best Premier League stats.

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Motherwell: Manager Stephen Robinson denies team are 'dirty'

Manager Stephen Robinson says Motherwell are "not dirty" after Rangers' Bruno Alves criticises their physical approach in the League Cup.

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Cristiano Ronaldo beats Lionel Messi to win Fifa best player award

Cristiano Ronaldo is named the world's best player at the Best Fifa Football Awards in London for the second successive time.

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Everton look like a group of players, not a team - Pat Nevin on Ronald Koeman sacking

Former Everton winger Pat Nevin explains why he believes Ronald Koeman was sacked by the club.

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Scotland Women head coach Shelley Kerr wants her side to be clinical

Scotland head coach Shelley Kerr says it is all about taking chances for her side in their 2019 World Cup qualifying campaign.

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Emma Hayes: Chelsea Ladies manager signs new three-and-half-year contract

Chelsea Ladies manager Emma Hayes signs a new three-and-half-year contract with the Women's Super League One leaders.

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Is this the most ridiculous penalty you've ever seen?

Bangkok Sports Club beat Satri Angthong 20-19 in a dramatic penalty shootout that culminated in one of the most astonishingly lucky penalties ever scored.

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No simulation charge for Man City's Bernardo ilva

Manchester City's Bernardo Silva will not face a simulation charge for the incident that led to a penalty in the win over Burnley.

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Bristol City v Crystal Palace

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's EFL Cup game between Bristol City and Crystal Palace.

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Arsenal v Norwich City

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's League Cup fourth-round game between Arsenal and Norwich City.

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Ronald Koeman: Sacked Everton manager 'couldn't lift players'

Ronald Koeman's failure to inspire his struggling Everton players probably cost him his job, says ex-England defender Michael Ball.

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Manchester City v Wolverhampton Wanderers

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's EFL Cup game between Manchester City and Wolverhampton Wanderers.

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Leicester City v Leeds United

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's EFL Cup fourth-round tie between Leicester City and Leeds United.

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Bournemouth v Middlesbrough

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's EFL Cup fourth-round tie between Bournemouth and Middlesbrough.

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Ronald Koeman: Everton sack manager after Arsenal defeat

Everton sack boss Ronald Koeman after a 5-2 home defeat by Arsenal puts them into the Premier League relegation zone.

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Wada to investigate claims of doping in China in 1980s and 1990s

Claims that more than 10,000 Chinese athletes used banned substances in the 1980s and 1990s will be investigated by Wada.

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'It's not football' - Rangers' Bruno Alves unhappy with referee Steven McLean

Rangers defender Bruno Alves is unhappy with referee Steven McLean's performance in the League Cup semi-final defeat by Motherwell.

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Celtic fined over fan who tried to kick Mbappe

Uefa fines Celtic £8,900 after a supporter ran on to the pitch and attempted to kick Paris St-Germain's Kylian Mbappe.

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Koeman expected to take charge of Everton cup tie on Wednesday

Everton manager Ronald Koeman is expected to be in charge for Wednesday's Carabao Cup trip to Chelsea.

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Caixinha takes blame for Rangers semi-final defeat

Pedro Caixinha admits he may have made his Rangers players anxious before their Scottish League Cup semi-final loss to Motherwell.

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Megan Rapinoe: 'Fifa doesn't care about women's football'

Fifa shows it does not care about the women's game by naming a little-known striker on its player-of-the-year shortlist, Megan Rapinoe says.

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Everton: Ian Wright & Martin Keown pick the team Ronald Koeman should select

Ian Wright and Martin Keown pick the Everton team they believe manager Ronald Koeman should select to end their poor run of form.

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Real Madrid eyeing Pochettino - Monday's gossip column

Real Madrid eyeing Mauricio Pochettino as Zinedine Zidane's successor, Manchester United open talks with Valecnia's Carlos Soler, plus more.

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Harry Redknapp: Scotland manager's role 'would interest' veteran boss

Harry Redknapp says becoming Scotland boss would be 'a fantastic job' - but does not believe he is a realistic candidate.

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Analysis: ‘Perfect start' to Spurs' defining month

Liverpool are out of the Premier League title race after losing at Wembley, but Spurs are just getting better, says MOTD2 pundit Martin Keown.

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Cavani claims late draw for PSG after Neymar red card

Edinson Cavani scores a 93rd-minute free-kick to salvage a draw for Paris St-Germain against Marseille after Neymar is sent off.

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Which Huddersfield 'street fighters' made Garth's team of the week?

A combined four Huddersfield and Brighton players make Garth Crooks' team, plus who is tempting him to have a flutter on Manchester City to win the Champions League?

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Ronaldo draws blank again but Real see off Eibar

Real Madrid move back into third place in La Liga with a comfortable win over struggling Eibar.

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Slaven Bilic: West Ham owners to give boss time to improve results

West Ham boss Slaven Bilic will be given more time by the club's owners to improve results, after they dropped into the relegation zone.

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Khedira hat-trick helps 10-man Juve beat Udinese

Sami Khedira scores a hat-trick as 10-man Juventus beat Udinese in a high-scoring Serie A game.

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Tottenham Hotspur 4-1 Liverpool: Mauricio Pochettino pleased by 'fantastic performance'

Spurs manager Mauricio Pochettino reflects on a "fantastic performance" and thanks his players for the 4-1 victory over Liverpool.

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Tottenham Hotspur 4-1 Liverpool: Jurgen Klopp admits 'responsibility' for defeat

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admits Spurs are a great team, but says the 4-1 defeat against them was "100% our responsibility".

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Unbeaten Atletico move up to third in La Liga

Atletico Madrid continue their unbeaten start in La Liga as Kevin Gameiro scores his first goal of the season to beat Celta Vigo.

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Moult double sends Motherwell into cup final

Louis Moult's predatory double takes Motherwell into the Scottish League Cup final after a fiery battle with Rangers.

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Everton 2-5 Arsenal: Everyone played very well for Gunners - Arsene Wenger

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger reflects on a good result for the Gunners after going behind 1-0 to Everton but maintaining their calm to win the match 5-2 at Goodison.

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Milan's Bonucci may miss Juve reunion after red card

AC Milan defender Leonardo Bonucci is sent off against Genoa and is likely to miss the game with former club Juventus.

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Everton 2-5 Arsenal: Ronald Koeman says 'no excuses in football'

Everton manager Ronald Koeman says there are "no excuses in football" after his side dropped into the Premier League relegation zone with a 5-2 home defeat by Arsenal.

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Everton: Could former manager David Moyes replace under-pressure Ronald Koeman?

Could David Moyes make a sensational return to his former club and replace under-pressure Everton boss Ronald Koeman?

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Norwich beat Ipswich in East Anglia derby

Norwich extend their unbeaten league run over East Anglian rivals Ipswich to nine games with a win at Portman Road.

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Ex-Milan defender Kaladze becomes Tbilisi mayor

Former AC Milan defender Kakha Kaladze is elected mayor of Georgia's capital city Tbilisi, winning 51% of the vote.

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Everton v Arsenal - team news and preview

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal.

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Spurs v Liverpool - team news and preview

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool.

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'Top four would be progress for Liverpool'

Liverpool finishing in the top four would represent progress for the club, says former Reds midfielder and manager Graeme Souness.

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'It's a 50-50 game' - Barry Ferguson and James McFadden on Rangers v Motherwell

Former Rangers captain Barry Ferguson and ex-Motherwell forward James McFadden join Andy Burke to look ahead to Sunday's League Cup semi-final.

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Dan Ashworth: FA technical director's position untenable - Dame Heather Rabbatts

Dan Ashworth's position as the FA's technical director is "untenable", says ex-board member Dame Heather Rabbatts.

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Match of the Day: Phil Neville says Man Utd defeat was coming

Match of the Day pundit and former Manchester United defender Phil Neville says the Red Devils' defeat at Huddersfield was not a surprise.

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Moyes could be set for Everton return - Sunday's gossip column

David Moyes could return to Everton, Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil denies Manchester United rumours, plus more.

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Three Koreans take charge of Manchester league game

Three South Korean referees are given permission to take charge of a non-league game in Manchester.

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Iniesta strikes as Barcelona beat Malaga

Andres Iniesta scores his first goal in over a year as unbeaten La Liga leaders Barcelona see off winless Malaga.

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Munich joint top after third win under Heynckes

Bayern Munich make it three wins in a row under Jupp Heynckes as they beat Hamburg to move level at the top of the Bundesliga.

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Brewster hat-trick helps England into World Cup semis

Liverpool's Rhian Brewster scores a hat-trick to help England to a 4-1 win over the USA that secures a place in the Under-17 World Cup semi-finals.

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Southampton 1-0 West Brom: Tony Pulis says 'wonderful' Saints goal down to errors

West Brom head coach Tony Pulis says some of his players "should do better" for Southampton's "wonderful" goal after his side's 1-0 defeat at St Mary's Stadium.

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Southampton 1-0 West Brom: Mauricio Pellegrino says Saints deserved a 'difficult' win

Southampton boss Mauricio Pellegrino says he thought his side deserved a 1-0 victory at home to West Bromwich Albion.

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Man Utd attitude was worse than a friendly match - Mourinho

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says their attitude in the 2-1 defeat at Huddersfield was worse than a friendly match.

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Rafa Benitez is capable of winning Premier League title with Newcastle United - Garth Crooks

BBC Sport pundit Garth Crooks says he believes Rafa Benitez "has the pedigree" and is "capable of winning the title with right resources" while in charge of Newcastle United.

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Sergio Aguero equals Manchester City goalscoring record

Sergio Aguero has scored scored his 177th and club record-equalling goal for Manchester City, but what makes the striker even more surprising than you might think?

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Premier League stats: Jose Mourinho, Marcus Rashford, Man City, Rafael Benitez

Kevin de Bruyne, Jose Mourinho and Rafael Benitez feature in the 10 best stats from Saturday's Premier League action.

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Newcastle 1-0 Crystal Palace: Roy Hodgson says Eagles did enough for at least a point

Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson says his side deserved at least a point after a 1-0 defeat to Newcastle United at St James' Park.

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Swansea City 1-2 Leicester: 'Today isn't about Michael Appleton, it's about the result'

Leicester City caretaker boss Michael Appleton is proud of how the Foxes came through a "difficult week" following the sacking of Craig Shakespeare,

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Swansea City 1-2 Leicester: Paul Clement says Swans must 'move forward' after defeat

Swansea City boss Paul Clement says the team have "stepped backwards" after their 2-1 defeat to Leicester, but believes they must now "move forward".

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Manchester City 3-0 Burnley: Sean Dyche praises his team as they 'stuck at' the challenge

Burnley manager Sean Dyche admits his team were up against a "top class" side in Manchester City, but says the Clarets were not helped by referring decisions.

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Newcastle 1-0 Crystal Palace: Rafa Benitez says victory is 'another step forward' for Magpies

Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez says his side's 1-0 victory at home to Crystal Palace is "another step forward" for the club.

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Falcao scores again in Monaco win

Radamel Falcao keeps up his phenomenal scoring start to the season as Ligue 1 champions Monaco beat Caen.

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Stoke 1-2 Bournemouth: Mark Hughes says Potters contributed to own downfall

Stoke City manager Mark Hughes says his side contributed to their own downfall in giving away a penalty in their 2-1 defeat at home to Bournemouth.

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Stoke 1-2 Bournemouth: Eddie Howe says Cherries overcame big challenge

Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe says his side knew Stoke City would be a "big challenge", which they overcame beating the Potters 2-1.

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Huddersfield 2-1 Manchester United: Beating Man Utd a very special moment - Wagner

Huddersfield manager David Wagner describes his team's 2-1 win over Manchester United as "a very special moment" for everyone at the club.

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Terry scores first Villa goal in victory over Fulham

Ex-Chelsea captain John Terry scores his first Aston Villa goal to help them beat Fulham and move into the play-off places.

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Huddersfield 2-1 Manchester United: The best team won, Man Utd were really bad - Mourinho

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho admits Huddersfield were the better team and fully deserved their 2-1 win over his side in the Premier League.

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Manchester City 3-0 Burnley: Pep Guardiola pleased by 'winning mentality'

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola praises his side's "winning mentality" after a 3-0 victory over Burnley saw them equal the club record of 11 straight wins across all competitions.

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Premier League results: Man City beat Burnley, Man Utd lose at Huddersfield, Chelsea rally

Manchester City move five points clear as Huddersfield shock Manchester Utd, while Chelsea, Leicester, Newcastle and Bournemouth win.

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Frankfurt fight back to earn Dortmund draw

England Under-17 winger Jadon Sancho makes his Borussia Dortmund debut as the Bundesliga leaders draw with Eintracht Frankfurt.

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Chelsea 4-2 Watford: Antonio Conte reflects on a 'positive performance' against Hornets

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte praises his side's "incredible spirit and character" to come from behind and score twice late in the game against Watford.

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Chelsea 4-2 Watford: Marco Silva says 'fantastic' Hornets deserved to win

Watford boss Marco Silva says his side did "not deserve to lose" and believes the Hornets could have won the game, before two late Chelsea goals saw them fall to a 4-2 defeat.

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Celtic hold off Hibs fightback to reach final

Holders Celtic see off a second-half fight back from Hibernian at Hampden to reach the Scottish League Cup final.

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Barcelona members to vote on Nou Camp naming rights deal

Barcelona members will vote on a naming rights deal for the Nou Camp in the first half of 2018, says president Josep Maria Bartomeu.

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Slaven Bilic: Jermaine Jenas & Matthew Upson discuss West Ham manager's future

After West Ham's 3-0 defeat the the weekend, Jermaine Jenas and Matthew Upson look ahead to the future of Slaven Bilić at the club

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Huddersfield Town v Manchester United - team news & preview

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Manchester United.

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Manchester City v Burnley - team news & preview

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Manchester City and Burnley.

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Newcastle United v Crystal Palace - team news & preview

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Newcastle United and Crystal Palace.

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Stoke City v Bournemouth - team news & preview

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Stoke City and Bournemouth.

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Swansea City v Leicester City - team news & preview

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Swansea City and Leicester City.

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Southampton v West Bromwich Albion - team news & preview

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Southampton and West Bromwich Albion.

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Chelsea v Watford - team news & preview

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Chelsea and Watford.

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Neil Lennon: Hibs must be ready for Celtic backlash at Hampden

Head coach Neil Lennon warns Hibernian to prepare for a fired-up Celtic in Saturday's League Cup semi-final.

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Barcelona want Herrera, Kane to reject Real Madrid - gossip

Barcelona want Ander Herrera and Philippe Coutinho, Harry Kane to turn down Real Madrid, Tottenham eye Ross Barkley, plus more.

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Jose Mourinho: I will not 'moan or cry' about injuries

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says he will not 'moan or cry' about any injury concerns.

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English Open: Ronnie O'Sullivan beats Jack Lisowski to make semi-finals

Ronnie O'Sullivan eases into the English Open semi-finals with a 5-2 win over Jack Lisowski in Barnsley.

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West Ham 0-3 Brighton: Chris Hughton pleased with 'outstanding' performance

Brighton manager Chris Hughton says he is pleased with an "outstanding" performance from his side after a 3-0 victory at West Ham.

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West Ham 0-3 Brighton: Slaven Bilic says fans 'deserve better' after home loss

West Ham United manager Slaven Bilic says the Hammers fans 'deserve better' after a 3-0 defeat at home to Brighton.

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France Women 1-0 England Women: Lionesses beaten in first match since Mark Sampson sacking

Mo Marley's England concede a late goal from Viviane Asseyi in a 1-0 defeat to France at the Stade du Hainaut in Valenciennes.

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FA chief Glenn 'doing a good job' - Baroness Campbell

Football Association chief executive Martin Glenn is "doing a very good job" says Baroness Sue Campbell, the FA's head of women's football.

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Uefa disciplines Spartak Moscow after Liverpool winger is abused

Uefa orders the partial closure of Spartak Moscow's stadium at their next European home match as punishment for racist fan behaviour.

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Four Premier League clubs miss wheelchair space targets

Premier League clubs Chelsea, Crystal Palace, Watford and Everton miss their own deadline to meet basic access standards for disabled fans.

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Ronald Koeman: 'I'm still the man' for Everton

Ronald Koeman says he is still the man to manage Everton but admits people at the club are a 'little bit worried' about their current run of form.

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Everton ban fan carrying child after clash with Lyon player

Everton ban the child-carrying supporter involved in a confrontation with a Lyon player during Thursday's Europa League defeat at Goodison Park.

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Chelsea boss Antonio Conte dismisses rumours of unrest over training schedule

Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte dismisses suggestions of disgruntlement at the club over his training methods.

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Leicester earned more Champions League money than winners Real

Leicester City earn more money for reaching the Champions League last eight last season than Real Madrid did for winning the competition.

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West Ham v Brighton - team news & preview

Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's Premier League game between West Ham and Brighton & Hove Albion.

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Harry Kane says he feels 'not far off' standard required to win Ballon d'Or

Tottenham striker Harry Kane talks to Football Focus about being named in the 30-man shortlist for the 2017 Ballon d'Or.

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Roma charged by Uefa for fans 'monkey chants' at Antonio Rudiger

Roma are charged by Uefa after some of their fans were heard making "monkey chants" towards Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger.

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Carlisle's Miller becomes first player to be banned for simulation

Carlisle forward Shaun Miller becomes the first player to be banned by the FA since new simulation laws were introduced.

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Daniels and Mawson join Mata's charity campaign

Bournemouth's Charlie Daniels and Swansea's Alfie Mawson become the first English players to join Juan Mata's charity campaign.

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Ex-Norwich & Spurs star Bassong banned for doing 110mph in a Maserati

Magistrates are told Sebastien Bassong is "unemployed" and "living off savings".

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Runcorn 'manager' makes pilgrimage from China with family

Huang Wenbin fell in love with the non-league club, now the Linnets, managing them on a computer game.

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FA: Trust is at an all-time low after discrimination claims - Trevor Sinclair

Trevor Sinclair says black and ethnic minority players need to see a "change at the top" of the Football Association with trust at an "all-time low".

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Man City New Year's Eve fixture move 'appalling'

The decision to move Manchester City's Premier League game at Crystal Palace to New Year's Eve is "totally unacceptable", says a City fans' group.

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England women v France women: Fran Kirby out for boss Mo Marley's first game

England women are without striker Fran Kirby when they take on France in interim boss Mo Marley's first game in charge.

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Neymar's Barcleona to PSG move revealed at Messi's wedding - Xavi

Neymar broke the news that he was leaving Paris St-Germain at Lionel Messi's wedding, says former Barcelona team-mate Xavi.

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World Cup 2018: Sepp Blatter will accept Vladimir Putin's invitation to Russia

Former Fifa president Sepp Blatter says he will accept an invitation to the World Cup from Russia leader Vladimir Putin.

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Team-mates tweets: Rainbows, maps and chocolate libraries from England women's team

England's Siobhan Chamberlain and Jill Scott guess which of their team-mates have been tweeting about chocolate libraries, rainbows and David Attenborough.

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Jurgen Klopp: Tottenham's Harry Kane is 'one of the best strikers in the world'

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says Tottenham striker Harry Kane is "one of the best strikers in the world".

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Premier League predictions: Joe Root predicts goals galore in Spurs v Liverpool game

England cricketer Joe Root predicts big wins for Spurs and Manchester City and explains his love for Sheffield United.

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Antonio Conte: Chelsea training methods are the same as last season

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte dismisses suggestions of disgruntlement at the club over his training methods.

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Football transfers: Fifpro legal bid to outlaw transfer system dropped, says Fifa

World players' union Fifpro is to drop a legal bid to outlaw football's transfer system, says the sport's governing body Fifa.

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Ozil 'will sign for Man Utd' - Friday's gossip

Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil says he will sign for Manchester United, who are set to extend Ander Herrera's contract, plus more.

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Short sleeves & floodlight failure: Merson returns

Former England and Arsenal player Paul Merson comes out of retirement to play for Welsh fourth-tier club Caerau of Maesteg, but his debut does not quite go to plan.

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Coleman holds informal talks with FA of Wales

Chris Coleman holds informal talks with the Football Association of Wales about his future as Wales manager.

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England goalkeeping coach investigated over Aluko comments

England women's goalkeeping coach Lee Kendall is being investigated by the FA for alleged "unacceptable behaviour towards Eni Aluko".

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Swedish minnows Östersunds still unbeaten after Bilbao draw

English midfielder Curtis Edwards strikes a 25-yard volley as Ostersunds hold Athletic Bilbao to maintain their unbeaten Europa League start.

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Scotland win opening Women's World Cup qualifier

Scotland come from behind with the help of an own goal to win their Women's World Cup qualifying opener in Minsk.

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Graeme Souness backs David Moyes for Scotland job

David Moyes is the outstanding candidate for the Scotland manager's vacancy, according to Graeme Souness.

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Sean Dyche: Burnley boss 'flattered' by links to Leicester City job

Burnley boss Sean Dyche says he has had no approach from Leicester City over their vacant manager's position.

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Will Klopp's unbeaten record v Spurs continue? Lawro's predictions v Joe Root

Mark Lawrenson takes on England cricket captain Joe Root in the next round of Premier League matches.

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Gary Neville: The FA needs radical reform but top bosses should keep their jobs

Former England defender Gary Neville says the Football Association needs complete reform but bosses Greg Clarke, Martin Glenn and Dan Ashworth 'shouldn't lose their jobs'.

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Player banned for urinating at fans 'was drinking from fountain'

An Italian fourth division player is banned for urinating at away fans - but his club's president says he was drinking from a water fountain.

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Paul Scholes: Ex-Manchester United midfielder wanted Oldham Athletic manager's job

Ex-England midfielder Paul Scholes says he was interviewed for the manager's job at Oldham before Richie Wellens' appointment.

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Crystal Palace: Wilfried Zaha cannot keep us up on his own - Roy Hodgson

Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson says it would be "unfair" to expect Wilfried Zaha to single-handedly save the club from relegation.

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Burnley's defensive duo leading the way in Europe

Ben Mee and James Tarkowski discuss the partnership they have formed in defence and the Clarets newly found confidence after an impressive start to the season.

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FA Cup: BBC to screen Hyde United v MK Dons first round tie

The BBC will televise the FA Cup first round tie between non-league Hyde United and League One MK Dons live on BBC Two on Friday 3 November.

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Premier League: No Christmas Eve fixtures for English top flight

No Premier League games will take place on Christmas Eve after none of 23 December's games were moved there for live television coverage.

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Newcastle in talks with 'a number of parties' over potential sale

Newcastle United are in talks "with new and credible parties" after Mike Ashley put the Premier League club up for sale.

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Leicester players 'raw' after Craig Shakespeare sacking - Michael Appleton

Leicester City's players are "a bit raw" following manager Craig Shakespeare's sacking, says caretaker boss Michael Appleton.

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Northern Ireland football boss Michael O'Neill handed drink-driving ban and fine

Northern Ireland football boss Michael O'Neill pleads guilty to drink-driving in Edinburgh after being found to have been three times the limit in the early hours of 10 September.

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FA still isn't listening following Sampson saga - PFA's Taylor

The FA is ignoring issues raised by race remarks from sacked England women's boss Mark Sampson, says Professional Footballers' Association chief Gordon Taylor.

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SA football boss Danny Jordaan 'raped singer Jennifer Ferguson'

Jennifer Ferguson says the #MeToo campaign convinced her to break her silence after nearly 24 years.

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Motherwell 'written off ahead of Rangers semi-final' - boss Stephen Robinson

Motherwell manager Stephen Robinson says his side have been written off ahead of Sunday's League Cup semi-final against Rangers.

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'Fearless' Motherwell out to prove doubters wrong against Rangers - Stephen Robinson

Stephen Robinson says his Motherwell side are ready to prove wrong those predicting a Rangers win in the League Cup semi-final.

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Northern Ireland boss O'Neill admits drink driving

Michael O'Neill has been banned and fined for the offence at Edinburgh Sheriff Court.

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Carlisle striker Miller first to be charged with diving by FA

Carlisle striker Shaun Miller is the first player to be charged by the FA since new simulation laws were passed in May.

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Hearts eye 'plan B' if Tynecastle return delayed further

Manager Craig Levein reveals that Tynecastle may not be ready to host Hearts' next scheduled home fixture, against Partick Thistle.

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Nigel Clough: Nottingham Forest job may appeal to Burton boss in future

Burton Albion boss Nigel Clough says he would still consider managing Nottingham Forest at some stage in his career.

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'Some managers cry & cry' - Antonio Conte v Jose Mourinho

Watch as Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho and Chelsea boss Antonio Conte appear to aim barbed comments at each other following the Champions League.

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Champions League: Antonio Conte 'did not like' Chelsea performance

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte "did not like" his team's performance in their 3-3 Champions League draw with Roma at Stamford Bridge.

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Kirby withdraws from England squad to face France

Chelsea forward Fran Kirby withdraws from the England squad to face France because of a knee injury.

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Stats suggest Burnley's unbeaten away run is not luck

Some statistics show Burnley are somehow winning away games despite being battered, but is their form on the road actually down to a structure and a plan?

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Rodgers will not change Celtic approach despite heavy defeat

Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers says he will not compromise his style of play despite another heavy Champions League defeat.

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Champions League: English clubs narrowing the gap, says Phil Neville

English clubs are "narrowing the gap" on Europe's elite in the Champions League, says ex-Manchester United defender Phil Neville.

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Mourinho must look at himself, not Chelsea - Conte

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho needs to "look at himself" and not his former side.

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Aluko and the FA: Five things we learned from parliamentary hearing

BBC Sport condenses four hours of Wednesday's parliamentary hearing into discrimination, bullying and the way the Football Association is run.

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Wilshere defends Arsenal's character

Jack Wilshere says Arsenal's character is not in question after criticism from Watford striker Troy Deeney.

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Neymar, Mbappe & Cavani all score as PSG maintain 100% start

Neymar, Kylian Mbappe and Edinson Cavani all score as Paris St-Germain maintain their 100% Champions League record.

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Gossip: Barcelona scout Eriksen and Kane

Barcelona monitor Tottenham duo, Jose Mourinho holds talks over a new deal, Leicester happy to wait for new manager, plus more.

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Lionel Messi scores 100th European goal in Barcelona win

Lionel Messi scores his 100th European goal as Barcelona brush aside Greek champions Olympiakos in the Champions League.

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Ex-England captain Butcher 'devastated' by son's death

Terry Butcher said his son Christopher's life had been "tragically cut short".

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Celtic crushed by Bayern Munich

Celtic endure a night to forget in Europe as they are swept aside 3-0 by Bayern Munich in the Champions League.

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Accrington Stanley player Jordan Moseley dies

Under-16s academy player Jordan Moseley "died suddenly", the club says.

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'Wanted. Keeper and midfielder' - Chorley's cheeky appeal

Chorley take to social media to make a cheeky plea for eligible players to face Fleetwood Town in the FA Cup first round.

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FA racism allegations inquiry: Request 'bordering on blackmail' - Eniola Aluko

Footballer Eni Aluko tells a parliamentary inquiry that a request from the FA's chief executive was "bordering on blackmail".

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Ronald Koeman: Everton manager has 'total support' of club's board

Manager Ronald Koeman says he has "total support" from the Everton board, despite a poor start to the season.

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FA racism allegations inquiry: Eniola Aluko says FA grievance processes are 'ad-hoc'

Footballer Eni Aluko tells the parliamentary inquiry over racism allegations that the FA grievance processes are "ad-hoc".

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Lyon match 'a must win' for Everton - Koeman

Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's Europa League game between Everton and Lyon.

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Ex-Bolton striker Davies takes over as Southport manager

National League North side Southport appoint former England international Kevin Davies as their new manager.

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Celtic boss Rodgers positive before Bayern test

Brendan Rodgers calls on his Celtic players to show resilience and confidence when they face Bayern Munich in the Allianz Arena.

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Mark Sampson: FA apologises over remarks to Eniola Aluko & Drew Spence

The FA apologises to two players for remarks by sacked England's women manager Mark Sampson which were "discriminatory on the grounds of race".

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Injured Liverpool forward Mane named in Senegal squad

Injured Liverpool star Sadio Mane is included in Senegal's squad for next month's World Cup qualifiers despite an ongoing hamstring problem.

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Fans wanted to fight me after match, says Northampton captain Buchanan

Northampton Town captain David Buchanan claims a group of fans tried to start a fight with him after a League One game.

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Denmark women to miss Sweden match as pay row intensifies

Denmark women will not play Sweden on Friday as the row over employment conditions with the Danish Football Association (DBU) continues.

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Richie Wellens: Oldham Athletic to appoint caretaker as full-time manager

Oldham call a 14:30 news conference and are set to confirm caretaker boss Richie Wellens as manager on a full-time basis.

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Heynckes 'bringing fun back for Bayern', says Boateng

Bayern Munich's Jerome Boateng considered quitting Celtic's Champions League opponents before Jupp Heynckes replaced Carlo Ancelotti.

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Given 'forced out of Newcastle by Ashley cost-cutting'

Ex Newcastle United keeper Shay Given says Mike Ashley cost-cutting forced him out of club where he wanted to stay for rest of his career.

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Turkish billionaire Murat Ulker denies interest in Newcastle United

Turkey's richest man Murat Ulker denies he is interested in buying Premier League club Newcastle United.

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Tory MP to miss parliamentary vote for Champions League

Douglas Ross will be an assistant referee in the Barcelona v Olympiakos game as a debate is held at Westminster.

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'Following in my father's footsteps is not a big deal to me'

Timothy Weah says he is not overawed by the prospect of following the footsteps of famous father, and Liberian legend, George.

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Bundesliga leaders Dortmund face early Champions League exit

Borussia Dortmund, finalists in 2013, face an early exit from the Champions League this year after a draw at Apoel Nicosia.

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FA Cup: Big-spending Billericay Town progress to first round after Brackley win

Big-spending Billericay Town progress to the first round of the FA Cup after a 2-1 win at sixth-tier Brackley Town.

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Gossip: Leicester want 'big name' as Shakespeare's replacement

Leicester have no immediate replacement lined up for Craig Shakespeare, Jose Mourinho refuses to commit long-term future, plus more.

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FA bosses set for parliamentary inquiry over Sampson

FA executives are set to face a parliamentary inquiry over investigations into ex-England women's manager Mark Sampson.

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Watch: England U17s hold nerve to reach World Cup quarter-finals

England held their nerve to beat Japan 5-4 on penalties to reach the quarter-finals of the Under-17 World Cup in India.

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Republic manager Martin O'Neill happy to have Denmark at home in second leg

Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill says he is pleased to be playing the second leg of the World Cup qualifier against Denmark in Dublin.

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Mo Marley: England Women interim boss says she wants to give players stability

Interim England manager Mo Marley says she's "honoured and privileged" to be managing her country and wants to give the players "stability".

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Under-17 World Cup: England beat Japan on penalties to reach quarter-finals

England beat Japan on penalties to reach the quarter-finals of the Under-17 World Cup in India.

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Steph Houghton: England captain said atmosphere for Russia game was 'emotional and distracting'

England captain Steph Houghton says the atmosphere around their match against Russia was "emotional and distracting".

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I'm not signing five-year deal & I'm not leaving for PSG - Mourinho

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho distances himself from speculation he is keen to move to Paris St-Germain.

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David Brooks: Sheffield united midfielder signs new four-year contract

Sheffield United's highly-rated midfielder David Brooks signs a new four-year contract at Bramall Lane.

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'No players ruled out' of England set-up - Marley

England women's interim manager Mo Marley says 'no players are ruled out' under her leadership.

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Real Madrid defender Marcelo accused of tax fraud

The Brazilian footballer is the latest in a string of players to be pursued by Spanish authorities.

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Man Utd team 'easy to guess' - Mourinho

Jose Mourinho says "it is easy to guess" his Manchester United team against Benfica after claiming he is short of options.

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Craig Shakespeare: Leicester City sack manager four months after appointment

Leicester City sack manager Craig Shakespeare just four months after he took the job on a permanent basis.

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Morata set to return for Chelsea tie with Roma

Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata is set to return from a hamstring injury as the Blues look to maintain their 100% Champions League start.

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Shrewsbury reach funding target for safe standing

League One Shrewsbury hope to have safe standing in place by the end of the season after reaching their crowdfunding target.

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World Cup qualifiers: Honduras coach says play-off schedule is 'inhumane'

The short period between legs in the World Cup qualifier against Australia is criticised by Honduras' coach, Jorge Luis Pinto.

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Ashley is selling Newcastle at 'right time'

Newcastle United is being put up for sale at the "right time" and is in a "healthy position", according to a sport finance expert Dan Plumley.

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Northern Ireland to face Switzerland in World Cup play-offs

Northern Ireland will play Switzerland in the World Cup play-offs as they aim to qualify for their first finals since 1986.

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'I am the charismatic, funny loser'! - Klopp

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp describes himself as a "charismatic, funny loser" before Liverpool's match against Maribor.

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Racism 'like terrorism' says Kalou after Hertha protest

Hertha Berlin's Ivorian forward Salomon Kalou compares racism to terrorism as he explains why the German side "took the knee" on Saturday.

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'Hero' son of ex-England footballer Butcher dies

Terry Butcher has previously voiced his pride in son Christopher for his military service.

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Jess Fishlock: Wales midfielder back with Melbourne City

Wales midfielder Jess Fishlock will return to Melbourne City for a third season in Australia's W-League.

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George Weah's son Timothy scores hat-trick for US in U17 World Cup

Timothy Weah, the son of legendary AC Milan striker George, scores a hat-trick for the United States at the U17 World Cup in India.

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Wales book France friendly in November

Wales will play a friendly match against France at the Stade de France in Paris in November.

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O'Neill wants Denmark or Switzerland in play-off

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill has revealed his preference before the World Cup play-off draw.

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Celtic: Jamie Redknapp backs Brendan Rodgers to be target for a top-four English club

Jamie Redknapp believes Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers will be on the wish list of top-four clubs in England in a few years' time.

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Could the partying, smoking ‘Ninja’ derail Chelsea in the Champions League?

He is worth “as much as Pogba”, so who is Radja Nainggolan, the player Antonio Conte has twice tried – and failed – to sign?

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Wigan Athletic: League One club on brink of £20m takeover

Wigan Athletic could be under new ownership by the end of the year after Hong Kong-based investors agree a takeover deal worth in excess of £20m.

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Ben Foster: West Brom keeper injures knee 'playing with son in garden'

West Brom keeper Ben Foster missed the draw at Leicester after injuring his knee playing with his son in the garden, boss Tony Pulis says.

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Leicester City 1-1 West Bromwich Albion: Craig Shakespeare pleased with 'spirit and resilience'

Leicester City boss Craig Shakespeare says his side showed "spirit and resilience" to score a "deserved" late equaliser against West Brom.

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Leicester City 1-1 West Bromwich Albion: Tony Pulis disappointed not to hold on for win

West Brom boss Tony Pulis is disappointed his side conceded another late equaliser against struggling Leicester at the King Power Stadium.

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FA abuse inquiry chief receives counselling after hearing victims' stories

The leader of the independent investigation into historical child sex abuse in football has counselling to deal with evidence he has heard.

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Sympathy, scepticism, Shearer - Ashley puts Newcastle up for sale

Chris Waddle feels "some sympathy" for Newcastle owner Mike Ashley, but fans are sceptical after he puts the club up for sale.

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Lovren accuses Lukaku of deliberately kicking him in face

Liverpool's Dejan Lovren accuses Manchester United's Romelu Lukaku of deliberately kicking him in the face in Saturday's game.

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FA Cup: Hyde United celebrate being drawn against MK Dons in first round

Hyde United director Mark Tonge is among those celebrating as the eighth-tier club are drawn against MK Dons in the FA Cup.

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FA Cup first-round draw: Hyde United to host MK Dons

Northern Premier League Division One North side Hyde United will host MK Dons in the FA Cup first round.

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Karius back in Liverpool goal for Maribor trip

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Champions League game between NK Maribor and Liverpool.

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FA Cup 2017 final highlights - Arsenal v Chelsea

Watch highlights as Arsenal face Chelsea in the 135th FA Cup final at Wembley.

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Rose could return for Spurs against Real

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Champions League game between Real Madrid and Tottenham Hotspur.

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Kevin De Bruyne: Pep Guardiola praises Man City midfielder ahead of Napoli game

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola describes midfielder Kevin De Bruyne as an "amazing" player, but does not want to put pressure on by comparing him to Lionel Messi.

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Kilmarnock: Steve Clarke believes his managerial record deserve more respect

Steve Clarke wants to establish Kilmarnock in the Premiership's top six, and says his managerial record deserves more respect.

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Bristol Rovers' Tom Broadbent takes the Army vs Football quiz

From the Army to Bristol Rovers. Defender Tom Boradbent takes our Army vs Football quiz and tells us which is tougher... Army or Football training.

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Tottenham's Harry Kane is a 'complete player' - Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane describes Harry Kane as a "complete player" before Tottenham's trip to the Bernabeu.

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'We want Scotland Women to inspire the nation', says head coach Shelley Kerr

Scotland head coach Shelley Kerr wants her side to produce exciting football in their 2019 World Cup qualifying campaign.

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Newcastle United: Mike Ashley puts Premier League club up for sale

Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley puts the Premier League club up for sale.

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'Some of our players should sit out' - Napoli chief on Man City game

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Champions League game between Manchester City and Napoli.

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Sterling sees long-term future at Man City

England international Raheem Sterling says his long-term future remains at Manchester City.

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Under-17 World Cup: England's Jadon Sancho called back by Borussia Dortmund

England Under-17 midfielder Jadon Sancho returns to Borussia Dortmund after the club call him back from the U17 World Cup.

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Richarlison: Watford forward to face no action for simulation

Watford's Richarlison will not be punished for simulation after he won his side a penalty in a 2-1 victory over Arsenal.

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Ginola thanks first-aiders after cardiac arrest

Former France international David Ginola said it is a "miracle" he survived his "sudden death" after suffering cardiac arrest last year.

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Chelsea face Rosengard, Man City draw LSK Kvinner in Women's Champions League last 16

Chelsea Ladies face Rosengard in the Women's Champions League last 16, while Manchester City face Norway's LSK Kvinner.

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Callum Brittain: MK Dons defender named EFL Young Player of the Month for September

How a loan spell in Iceland helped propel Callum Brittain to England honours and an EFL Young Player of the Month award.

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Fifa rankings quiz: Can you guess the rankings of these nations?

Are England above Peru? Which nation is ranked higher out of Argentina and Portugal? Test your knowledge of football's world rankings.

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Roberton on biding his time at Liverpool and dealing with Celtic rejection

Scotland left-back Andrew Robertson welcomes the challenge to oust Alberto Moreno from the Liverpool starting XI.

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Northern Ireland will not be seeded for play-offs

Northern Ireland drop below Denmark in the Fifa rankings, meaning they will not be seeded for the 2018 World Cup play-offs.

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'Why Koeman must hope to hang on until January'

The way Everton play under Ronald Koeman will not change until they can sign players in January, says MOTD2 pundit Kevin Kilbane.

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Premier League stats: Does Jose really park the bus? And why should Arsenal go aerial more often?

Man Utd shut out Liverpool, while Man City are more prolific than Barcelona and Bayern Munich - the best Premier League stats.

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Glasgow City bounce back with win over Celtic

Glasgow City pick themselves up from their Champions League heartbreak to beat Celtic 4-0 and retain top spot in the SWPL.

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Icardi hat-trick gives Inter victory in derby thriller

Mauro Icardi scores a 90th-minute winner from a controversially awarded penalty to complete his hat-trick as Inter win the Milan derby.

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'Like asking Ryan Giggs to fight Mike Tyson' - it's Garth's team of the week

What is like asking Ryan Giggs to fight Mike Tyson? Find out in Garth Crooks' team of the week.

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Leicester City v West Bromwich Albion

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Premier League game between Leicester City and West Bromwich Albion.

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Southampton 2-2 Newcastle United: Mauricio Pellegrino positive after 'chaotic' draw

Southampton boss Mauricio Pellegrino says a point is a "positive" after a "chaotic" 2-2 draw as the Saints twice came from behind to deny Newcastle United victory at St Mary's.

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Southampton 2-2 Newcastle: Benitez 'really pleased' with Newcastle performance

Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez is "really pleased" with his side's display in an entertaining 2-2 Premier League draw with Southampton at St Mary's.

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Irish top-flight match put back amid weather warnings

Derry City's league game at Cork City is put back 24 hours amid safety fears over high winds predicted for Monday.

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Saints twice come from behind to deny Newcastle

Manolo Gabbiadini marks his return to Southampton's side with both goals as battling Saints twice came from behind to deny Newcastle United victory at St Mary's.

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Indonesian player dies after colliding with team-mate

A goalkeeper in Indonesia's top division dies after colliding with a team-mate during a league match on Sunday.

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Origi scores but Wolfsburg struggles continue

On-loan Liverpool striker Divock Origi scores for Wolfsburg, but his side's struggles in the Bundesliga continue with a draw at Bayer Leverkusen.

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'Pochettino's cameras spot everything' - the details that make the Spurs boss special

'Putting a bib on with a sulk? The cameras spot it.' Jose Fonte reveals a secret behind Mauricio Pochettino's Tottenham success.

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Brighton & Hove Albion 1-1 Everton: Chris Hughton disappointed with Everton draw

Brighton boss Chris Hughton is disappointed his side were unable to hold on to their lead after conceding a late penalty to draw 1-1 at home to Everton.

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Brighton 1-1 Everton: Blues needed a bit of luck to get draw - Koeman

Everton manager Ronald Koeman admits his side "needed a bit of luck" to get back into their 1-1 Premier League draw against Brighton at the Amex Stadium.

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Rooney snatches point for Everton at Brighton

Wayne Rooney's 90th-minute penalty earns Everton a point against Brighton in a largely unremarkable encounter at the Amex Stadium.

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Vydra scores after 24 seconds as Derby beat Forest

Matej Vydra's strike after just 24 seconds sets Derby on the way to beat Nottingham Forest in the East Midlands derby.

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Jose Mourinho: Man Utd manager says he will not finish his career at the club

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho says he does not believe he will finish his career at Old Trafford.

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MOTD2 Extra: Martin Keown blames Arsenal players for 'capitulation'

Match of the Day2 Extra pundit Martin Keown says Arsenal players "capitulated" after Troy Deeney's penalty and blames the "DNA and recruitment" of players

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Watford 2-1 Arsenal: Troy Deeney pleased to beat son's beloved Gunners

Watford goal scorer Troy Deeney says it's going to be a "long weekend" in the Deeney household after Watford beat his son's favourite side Arsenal.

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'Gabriel Jesus best young player since Lionel Messi' - Danny Murphy

Match of the Day pundit Danny Murphy believes that Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus is the best young player he has seen since Lionel Messi.

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Coleman has a tough decision to make - Roberts

Assistant manager Osian Roberts says Chris Coleman "loves managing Wales" but has a difficult decision to make over his future.

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Southampton v Newcastle: Pellegrino can't wait to beat old boss Benitez

Southampton manager Mauricio Pellegrino says his former boss at Liverpool Rafa Benitez is "a master" but that he wants to beat him when Benitez's Newcastle United travel to St Mary's on Sunday.

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Allardyce 'tempted' by Scotland but says timing is not right

Former England manager Sam Allardyce rules himself out of the running to be Scotland's next manager.

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Football Association: MPs call for unsold England tickets to go to schools

More than 100 politicians sign a letter to the Football Association urging it to donate unsold tickets for England matches to schools.

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Real Madrid in Bale ultimatum - Sunday's gossip

Real Madrid in Bale ultimatum, Barcelona enter race to sign Virgil van Dijk, Everton to bid for William Carvalho, plus more.

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Tactical switch paid off - Swansea boss Clement

Manager Paul Clement is delighted switching tactics paid off in Swansea's first home Premier League win of 2017-18, 2-0 against Huddersfield.

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Barca need late Suarez goal for point at Atletico

Luis Suarez scores an 82nd-minute equaliser as La Liga leaders Barcelona maintain their unbeaten start to the season against Atletico Madrid.

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Chelsea win not a fresh start for Palace - Hodgson

Roy Hodgson says his Crystal Palace team would be "foolish" to think they have earned a fresh start to the season after beating Chelsea.

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Watford 2-1 Arsenal: Silva praises 'amazing' Cleverley

Watford manager Marco Silva describes match-winner Tom Cleverley as an "amazing worker" and a "fantastic professional" after the midfielder scored the injury-time winner in his side's 2-1 Premier League win over Arsenal at Vicarage Road.

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FA Cup: Three teams from the eighth tier are in first-round proper draw

Three teams from the eighth tier of the English football pyramid are in Monday's draw for the first round of the FA Cup.

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Watford 2-1 Arsenal: Arsene Wenger angry at 'scandalous' penalty decision

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger describes the decision to award Watford the penalty from which they scored their equaliser as "scandalous" after a 2-1 defeat at Vicarage Road.

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Watford hit back to beat Arsenal in injury time

Tom Cleverley's injury-time winner sends Watford fifth after a wasteful Arsenal made to pay at Vicarage Road.

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Wolves beat rivals Aston Villa to go top of Championship

Diogo Jota scores then makes the second for Leo Bonatini as Wolves beat Aston Villa to go top of the Championship.

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Under-17 World Cup: England top group with 4-0 win over Iraq

England top Group F at the Under-17s World Cup with a 4-0 win over Iraq after two goals from Reading's Danny Loader in Kolkata sets up a last-16 match with Japan on Tuesday.

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Immobile double sees Lazio end Juve's unbeaten start

Ciro Immobile takes his Serie A tally to 11 goals in eight games as Lazio come from behind to end champions Juventus' unbeaten start to the season.

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Blades level with Cardiff after beating Ipswich

Sheffield United go joint top of the Championship courtesy of Chris Basham's second-half header against Ipswich.

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Burnley 1-1 West Ham United: Slaven Bilic with 'mixed emotions' after 10-man Hammers concede late

West Ham United manager Slaven Bilic has "mixed emotions" after his side conceded an 85th-minute equaliser at Burnley after playing for nearly an hour with 10-men following Andy Carroll's first-half red card.

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