FA Cup: How Fylde went from four men to FA Cup dreamers

Meet the men who started AFC Fylde 29 years ago and will now watch their side face previous winners Wigan in the FA Cup.

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Newcastle keen on Shaw - Friday's gossip column

Arsenal and Man City to bid for Jonny Evans, Newcastle keen to sign Luke Shaw, Tottenham target Manuel Lanzini, plus more.

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Udinese win 11-goal Coppa Italia thriller

Udinese hammer Perugia to set up a last 16 tie against Napoli in the Coppa Italia as new coach Massimo Oddo registers his first win.

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Alexei Sorokin: Travelling fans don't need 'special precautions' for Russia 2018

Travelling fans do not need to take "special precautions" for next year's World Cup, Russia 2018 chief Alexei Sorokin says.

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'No limit on England's expectations'

England manager Gareth Southgate believes his side "cannot go to a World Cup and not try to win it".

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England boss Southgate 'won't write off World Cup'

Manager Gareth Southgate says England "cannot go to a World Cup and not try to win it", as they prepare for Friday's draw.

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Lawro's Premier League predictions v comedian Nish Kumar

Mark Lawrenson takes on Live at the Apollo star Nish Kumar in the next round of Premier League matches.

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Chelsea boss Conte charged by FA after dismissal

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is charged by the Football Association with misconduct after his dismissal against Swansea City.

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How to follow this weekend's FA Cup action on BBC Sport

The FA Cup second round takes place this weekend - and BBC Sport has you covered on TV, radio and online.

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Allardyce signs 18-month deal as Everton boss

Former England boss Sam Allardyce signs an 18-month deal to become Everton's new manager.

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We need protection from fans throwing coins - Brown

Celtic captain Scott Brown says a player will suffer an injury unless there is more protection from fans throwing objects.

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World Cup: Chaos & confusion at the 1982 draw

BBC Sport looks back at the chaotic draw for the 1982 World Cup, which suffered from a number of mishaps and technical problems.

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David Silva: Manchester City midfielder signs a one-year contract extension

David Silva signs a one-year contract extension to keep him at Manchester City until 2020

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Heybridge Swifts: The club whose cup runs could 'destroy' their season

Non-league Heybridge Swifts are cup specialists, but their knockout success means they already have 12 league games in hand.

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Paul Jewell: Former Wigan and Bradford boss appointed Oldham assistant

Former Wigan and Bradford boss Paul Jewell is appointed as Richie Wellens' assistant manager at Oldham Athletic.

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Ethnic minority coaches still face 'barriers'

Coaches from black and ethnic minority backgrounds are still facing "institutionally embedded barriers" in football, according to a sports think tank.

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World Cup 2018 logistics: The best and worst scenarios for England

With teams waiting on Friday's World Cup 2018 draw, what are the best and worst case scenarios England could face?

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Neymar and Cavani send PSG 10 points clear in Lique 1

Neymar and Cavani score as Paris St-Germain see off stubborn Troyes to go 10 points clear at the top of Ligue 1

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Everton 4-0 West Ham: 'We had to stand up and show what good players we are' - Wayne Rooney

Everton captain Wayne Rooney says they needed to show incoming manager Sam Allardyce what good football players they are.

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Everton 4-0 West Ham: Positive signs in second half - David Moyes

West Ham boss David Moyes says he saw some positive signs from his side in the second half despite losing 4-0 to Everton at Goodison Park.

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Manchester City 2-1 Southampton: Mauricio Pellegrino 'proud' of 'better' Saints' performance

Southampton manager Mauricio Pellegrino says he's "optimistic" about the future after his side competed "really well" during their 2-1 defeat away to Man City.

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Barca through but Bilbao and Sociedad suffer shock exits

Barcelona progress in the Copa del Rey, but Athletic Bilbao and Real Sociedad suffer shock exits to third-tier teams.

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Stoke 0-3 Liverpool: Mark Hughes says Simon Mignolet deserved red card

Mark Hughes says Liverpool goalkeeper Simon Mignolet should have been sent off for his foul on Mame Biram Diouf, and that the 3-0 defeat of his side was a "harsh scoreline" for Stoke.

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Alexandre Lacazette: Arsenal striker set to be 'out for a while' with groin injury

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger fears striker Alexandre Lacazette could be "out for a while" with a suspected groin injury.

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Stoke 0-3 Liverpool: Fresh legs helped Reds - Jurgen Klopp

Jurgen Klopp says "fresh legs" helped Liverpool after a much-changed side beat Stoke 3-0 at the Bet 365 Stadium.

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Chelsea 1-0 Swansea: Paul Clement says he is concerned with the lack of chances his side are creating

Swansea boss Paul Clement says he is concerned about the lack of chances his side are creating, after their 1-0 defeat to Chelsea.

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Man City 2-1 Southampton: Pep Guardiola enjoyed celebrating late winner

Man City boss Pep Guardiola says he enjoyed the celebrations in the locker room after Raheem Sterling's 96th-minute winner sank Southampton to give City a club-record 12th-successive Premier League victory.

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Everton 4-0 West Ham: David Unsworth delighted with performance of captain Wayne Rooney

Everton caretaker manager David Unsworth praises the performance of captain Wayne Rooney after his side thrashed West Ham 4-0 at Goodison Park.

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Chelsea 1-0 Swansea: Antonio Conte apologised to referee after being sent off

Antonio Conte says he apologised to referee Neil Swarbrick after his protests over a decision led to him being sent off, before his Chelsea team beat Swansea 1-0 at Stamford Bridge.

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Arsenal 5-0 Huddersfield Town: David Wagner confident Terriers can get past recent defeats

Huddersfield manager David Wagner says his side are mentally "strong enough" to put recent defeats behind them after losing 5-0 away to Arsenal.

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Arsenal 5-0 Huddersfield Town: Arsene Wenger pleased with Gunners' score-line

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says his side played with more "freedom" after scoring their second goal as Arsenal maintained their perfect home record in the Premier League this season.

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Bournemouth 1-2 Burnley: Sean Dyche pleased with very good away performance

Sean Dyche is delighted with Burnley's away performance as their impressive form continued as they climbed to sixth in the table with a 2-1 win over Bournemouth.

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Tavernier scores twice as Rangers beat Aberdeen

Rangers climb into third place as James Tavernier and Carlos Pena score to deliver a comprehensive win over 10-man Aberdeen.

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Eddie Howe bemoans his Bournemouth side's technical ability in their defeat to Burnley

Bournemouth manager Eddie bemoans his Bournemouth side's technical ability in their 2-1 defeat at home to Burnley.

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Sinclair's late penalty preserves Celtic's unbeaten domestic run

Scott Sinclair's controversial late penalty stretches Celtic's unbeaten domestic run to 66 games at Fir Park.

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Substitute Salah scores twice in Liverpool win at Stoke

Mo Salah comes off the bench to score twice in an ultimately comfortable victory over Stoke that moves Liverpool up to fifth.

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Last-gasp Sterling strike extends Man City's winning run

Raheem Sterling curls in a last-minute goal to give Manchester City victory over Southampton and extend their Premier League winning run to 12 games.

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Rooney wonder goal as Allardyce watches Everton thrash West Ham

Wayne Rooney scores from his own half to complete a hat-trick against West Ham as Everton ease their relegation worries in front of incoming manager Sam Allardyce.

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Ozil shines as Arsenal put five past Huddersfield

Mesut Ozil scores one goal and provides two assists as Arsenal maintain their perfect home league record with a comfortable win over Huddersfield.

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Burnley up to sixth with win at Bournemouth

Burnley climb to sixth in the Premier League table after Chris Wood and Robbie Brady goals secure them victory at Bournemouth.

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Conte dismissed but Chelsea beat Swansea

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte is ordered from the touchline but his side overcome struggling Swansea thanks to Antonio Rudiger's first Premier League goal.

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'I hope to free up the team' - new boss Pardew's vision for West Brom

New manager Alan Pardew plans to adopt a more attacking approach at West Brom as he replaces Tony Pulis at the Hawthorns.

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The man making outrageous boots for football biggest names

Pierre Navarro is an artist who creates boots for some of the biggest names in world football including Romelu Lukaku, Didier Drogba, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Ronaldinho.

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Andre Villas-Boas: Former Chelsea and Tottenham boss to contest 2018 Dakar Rally

Former Chelsea and Tottenham boss Andre Villas-Boas will compete in the 2018 Dakar Rally after quitting Chinese club Shanghai SIPG.

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Goalkeeper makes his senior debut at 14

Conner Byrne was given the gloves for Glenavon in their clash against derby rivals Portadown.

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Sam Allardyce: Everton to name ex-England manager as boss

Sam Allardyce will finalise a deal on Wednesday to become Everton boss and the permanent successor to Ronald Koeman, who was sacked in late October.

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Cazorla comeback delayed by further surgery

Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla's comeback is delayed after the midfielder was forced to have further ankle surgery.

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West Brom: Alan Pardew succeeds Tony Pulis as head coach

West Brom appoint former Newcastle and Crystal Palace boss Alan Pardew as head coach.

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'Palace fans with tickets held for 45 minutes by police'

The Football Supporters' Federation investigates claims that Crystal Palace fans with tickets were denied entry to Tuesday's game at Brighton.

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Kenny Miller: Rangers striker seeks consistency and togetherness

Kenny Miller is "bored" talking about Rangers' lack of consistency as the striker urges a greater togetherness in the squad.

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Stewards in hospital after crowd trouble at Brighton v Palace stalemate

Crowd violence at Brighton v Crystal Palace leaves two stewards in hospital, with the Seagulls blaming away fans who travelled without tickets.

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Watford 2-4 Man Utd: We didn't deserve this result - Marco Silva

Watford boss Marco Silva believes his side didn't deserve to be beaten 4-2 by Manchester United as the Hornets remain eighth in the Premier League table.

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West Bromwich Albion 2-2 Newcastle: Gary Megson eyes return to management

Gary Megson says his time as interim manager of West Brom has "whetted his appetite" to return to management following their 2-2 draw with Newcastle.

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Real Madrid chasing Chelsea defender Luiz - Gossip

Real Madrid want David Luiz, Watford will not sell Richarlison, Leroy Sane to get new Manchester City deal, plus more.

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West Brom: Alan Pardew set to be named as manager

West Brom are set to appoint former Newcastle and Crystal Palace boss Alan Pardew as their manager.

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Watford 2-4 Man Utd: Ashley Young is playing better than ever - Jose Mourinho

Jose Mourinho believes Ashley Young is playing "better than ever" as Young nets a brace in Manchester Untied's 4-2 win over Watford in the Premier League.

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Sevilla boss Berizzo has successful prostate surgery

Sevilla head coach Eduardo Berizzo undergoes successful surgery after being diagnosed with prostate cancer.

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West Brom 2-2 Newcastle: Players' reaction made the difference - Rafa Benitez

Rafa Benitez says his players "showed they care" after fighting back from two goals down to rescue a 2-2 draw at West Bromwich Albion.

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Leicester 2-1 Tottenham: Claude Puel celebrates winning 'fantastic game'

Claude Puel praises his team's "solidity and desire" after they beat Tottenham 2-1 at the King Power stadium.

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Brighton 0-0 Crystal Palace: We didn't play well enough to win it - Chris Hughton

Chris Hughton believes Brighton did not play well enough to win it in their goalless draw against Crystal Palace as his side slip down to 10th spot in the Premier League table.

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Leicester 2-1 Tottenham: We need to improve - Mauricio Pochettino

Mauricio Pochettino says Tottenham "need to improve" after their 2-1 defeat at Leicester became their third consecutive Premier League game without a win.

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Brighton 0-0 Crystal Palace: Draw is a step in the right direction - Roy Hodgson

Roy Hodgson says Crystal Palace's 0-0 draw against Brighton was another step in the right direction as his side earned their first away point of the season.

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Manchester United score four in win at Watford

Ashley Young scores twice against his old club as Manchester United beat Watford in the Premier League.

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Newcastle battle back to draw at West Brom

Jonny Evans' own goal denies West Brom a first league win since August as Newcastle battle back from two down at The Hawthorns

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Leicester hold on to defeat Spurs

Leicester move into the top half of the Premier League table as they hold out against Tottenham at the King Power Stadium.

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Brighton and Palace ends goalless

Crystal Palace earn their first away point of the season as they battle to a goalless draw against Brighton.

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Republic hold European champions Netherlands in qualifier

The Republic of Ireland defend superbly to hold European champions the Netherlands to a 0-0 draw in a World Cup qualifier.

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Women's World Cup qualifying: England 5-0 Kazakhstan highlights

Watch highlights of England's dominant 5-0 win over Kazakhstan as the Lionesses maintain their perfect start to World Cup qualifying.

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Referees can stop games over discriminatory or racist incidents at World Cup

Referees to have the power to stop or abandon World Cup matches in Russia if racist or discriminatory incidents take place.

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Everton: Sam Allardyce close to being appointed manager

Everton are moving closer to appointing Sam Allardyce as their new manager as talks continue to progress positively.

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Real Madrid v Fuenlabrada

Live coverage of Tuesday's Spanish Copa del Rey game between Real Madrid and Fuenlabrada.

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Fifa sells 742,760 World Cup tickets before draw

Fifa sells 742,760 match tickets in the first round of sales for the World Cup before Friday's draw for the finals.

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No regular contact with Fifa over doping report - McLaren

Dr Richard McLaren questions Fifa's suggestion it has worked regularly with him as part of its investigation into alleged doping in football.

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Everton: David Unsworth says club needs players with "bottle"

Everton caretaker manager David Unsworth says players who don't have the "bottle for the fight" should be "honest and come forward and say so".

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Brighton v Palace - the most unlikely rivalry in football?

As Brighton prepare to play Crystal Palace, we look at why the two clubs have one of the fiercest and weirdest rivalries in football.

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Former £1m Man Utd prospect joins Derry

A player who Manchester United paid £1m for 10 years ago when he was just 14 has signed for League of Ireland club Derry City.

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Red card appeal a waste of time and money - Motherwell boss

Motherwell manager Stephen Robinson says he won't "waste time and money" appealing against Cedric Kipre's League Cup final red card.

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Rangers: Graeme Murty says progress made in search for new manager

Rangers' managerial search has progressed but "we're not quite there yet," says interim boss Graeme Murty.

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Mezut Ozil and Alexis Sanchez to say until end of season - Wenger

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger expects Mesut Ozil and Alexis Sanchez to stay until the end of the season unless something 'unbelievable happens.'

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From football to ice cream - journeyman Fallon's new career

BBC Sport meets former New Zealand striker Rory Fallon, who has left the game after retiring in order to start an ice cream business.

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Peter Crouch: Stoke striker extends stay with new deal

Stoke striker Peter Crouch signs a new deal to stay at the Premier League club until 2019.

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Arsenal: No Alexis Sanchez & Mesut Ozil exit in January - Arsene Wenger

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger expects Alexis Sanchez and Mesut Ozil to still be at the club after the January transfer window.

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Wales women set for 'huge' qualifier in Bosnia-Herzegovina

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Women's World Cup Qualifying game between Bosnia-Herzegovina Women and Wales Women.

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Chapecoense - still defying the odds a year after the night that changed everything

Three coaches and an ineligible player but Chapecoense stayed up. One year on from the devastating crash, the Brazilian club are still punching above their weight.

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Chelsea offered Aubameyang - Tuesday's gossip column

Chelsea offered Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Gareth Bale to stay at Real Madrid, Man Utd eye Antoine Griezmann, plus more.

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Romelu Lukaku: Manchester United striker should have been banned - Ian Wright

Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku should have been banned for kicking Brighton's Gaetan Bong, BBC pundit Ian Wright says.

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Are Lukaku's struggles his fault and why late is great for Palace - Premier League stats

Romelu Lukaku's struggles continue and Manchester City can't stop winning - the best Premier League statistics from the weekend.

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Sevilla's Berizzo to have prostate surgery on Tuesday

Sevilla head coach Eduardo Berizzo will have surgery on Tuesday after being diagnosed with prostate cancer.

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Lawro's predictions v Felix White - Maccabees guitarist turned Tailenders co-host

Mark Lawrenson takes on Tailenders co-host and former Maccabees guitarist Felix White in the next round of Premier League matches.

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'Murty being hung out to dry by Rangers board'

Former club skipper Lee McCulloch insists Rangers' delay in naming a new manager is unfair on interim boss Graeme Murty.

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Birmingham keeper Berger diagnosed with cancer

Birmingham City Ladies' German keeper Ann-Katrin Berger is to have surgery after being diagnosed with thyroid cancer.

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NI women face Slovakia in World Cup qualifier

Northern Ireland women's captain Marissa Callaghan says the team can earn their first World Cup qualifying points in Slovakia.

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League One Oldham confirm HMRC visit

Oldham Athletic were visited by HM Revenue and Customs and are co-operating fully, says chief executive Mark Moisley.

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Queens Park Rangers v Brentford - match preview

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Championship game between Queens Park Rangers and Brentford.

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Former Chelsea technical director Emenalo joins Monaco

Former Chelsea technical director Michael Emenalo is named as sport director of French Ligue 1 club Monaco.

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Sam Allardyce: Former England manager is again under consideration for Everton job

Former England boss Sam Allardyce is back under consideration for the Everton job that has been vacant since Ronald Koeman's sacking.

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More than a game - Football Manager at 25 & the tragic tale of Tonton Zola Moukoko

From Tonton Zola Moukoko to an integral tool for Premier League clubs, BBC Sport discovers how Football Manager transcends gaming.

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Real Madrid's Bale to play first game in two months

Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale will play for the first time in two months on Tuesday, says the club's boss Zinedine Zidane.

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World Cup 2018: When is the draw and how will it work?

Who's in the World Cup? When's the draw? How does it all work? Who are the favourites? BBC Sport has a look.

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No contact from Rangers - McLeish

Alex McLeish tells BBC Scotland he has had no contact from Rangers regarding a return to Ibrox to fill their managerial vacancy.

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Forthright Craig Bellamy suits Wales coach job, says Ian Wright

Former Wales striker Craig Bellamy's "speak-his-mind" personality would make him a good choice to succeed Chris Coleman as Wales coach, says Ian Wright.

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Romelu Lukaku: Man Utd striker could get ban for alleged kick on Gaetan Bong

Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku must wait to see if he will be punished for allegedly kicking Brighton defender Gaetan Bong.

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Vincenzo Montella: AC Milan part company with manager

AC Milan part company with coach Vincenzo Montella and place Gennaro Gattuso in charge of the first team.

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'A phenomenal achievement' - Celtic boss Rodgers after matching Stein's trophy record

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers praised his players' mentality as they win their fourth domestic trophy in a row by lifting the Scottish League Cup.

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Barca to target Tottenham's Eriksen - Gossip

Man City target Inigo Martinez, Barcelona keen to sign Christian Eriksen, Real Madrid interested in Anthony Martial, plus more.

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Who could carry England like Keegan & Robson? He's in Garth's team of the week

Who could be spoken of in the same breath as Kevin Keegan and Bryan Robson? He's in Garth Crooks' team of the week.

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PSG go nine clear after win at Monaco

Paris St-Germain extend their lead at the top of Ligue 1 to nine points with victory over Monaco.

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MOTD2 analysis: How Everton's new manager pursuit has gone horribly wrong

Managerless Everton are in a relegation battle and need to appoint a leader now, says MOTD2 pundit Kevin Kilbane.

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Barca earn point at Valencia after Messi shot crosses line but goal isn't given

Jordi Alba scores a stunning equaliser against former club Valencia to preserve Barcelona's unbeaten record in La Liga.

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How about missing a 96th-minute penalty and your opponents winning the league?

Torpedo Kutaisi win the Georgian league as Dinamo Tbilisi miss a 96th-minute penalty that would have earned them the title.

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Kluivert scores hat-trick in Ajax victory over Roda

Justin Kluivert, the son of former Netherlands and Barcelona striker Patrick, scores a hat-trick as Ajax regain second spot in the Eredivisie.

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Stokes out of England's World Cup qualifier

Demi Stokes will miss England's game against Kazakhstan after withdrawing from the squad with a hip injury.

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Huddersfield 1-2 Manchester City: Terriers unlucky not to get point - David Wagner

Huddersfield boss David Wagner says his side were unlucky not to get a point from their game against Manchester City, after taking a first-half lead, only to lose 2-1.

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Huddersfield 1-2 Manchester City: Impossible to always win 4-0 - Pep Guardiola

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says his team had to keep going until the 90th minute to turn a 1-0 deficit into a 2-1 win at Huddersfield.

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Hibs beat Glasgow City to win Scottish Cup

Hibernian beat Glasgow City 3-0 in the Scottish Cup final to complete a cup double for the second season running.

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Unbeaten Man City restore eight-point lead

Manchester City come from a goal down against a resilient Huddersfield to win for their 11th successive Premier League game.

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Premier League average weekly wage 'more than £50K'

The average weekly wage for a Premier League player rises above £50,000 for the first time, according to a new study.

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Unbeaten Napoli return to top of Serie A

Napoli return to the top of Serie A as they maintain their unbeaten start to the league season.

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Burnley 0-1 Arsenal: Sean Dyche 'raging' after late defeat

Burnley boss Sean Dyche admits he is "raging" on the inside after a controversial late penalty gives Arsenal victory at Turf Moor.

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Burnley 0-1 Arsenal: Gunners needed second-half push to beat Burnley - Wenger

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says his side needed to "push themselves" in the second half of their match at Burnley in order to beat the Clarets 1-0.

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Southampton 4-1 Everton: David Unsworth calls for quick action on manager's job

Everton caretaker boss David Unsworth says the club needs to appoint a permanent manager quickly as the uncertainty may be having an effect on the team.

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Sanchez's injury-time penalty gives Arsenal win at Burnley

Alexis Sanchez scores an injury-time penalty to give Arsenal victory over Burnley at Turf Moor.

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Everton's struggles continue as Austin inspires Saints

Everton's troubles under caretaker manager David Unsworth continue as they slump to a heavy Premier League defeat at Southampton.

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Game postponed 10 minutes before kick-off after players refuse to play

Bedford Town's home game against Fleet Town is postponed 10 minutes before kick-off, as the Bedford players refuse to play.

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Second-placed Cardiff win at Forest

Cardiff City close the gap to Championship leaders Wolves to four points after victory at Nottingham Forest.

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96th-minute equaliser - the worst way to lose a league title?

Dinamo Minsk's dreams of winning the Belarus league are ended by Bate Borisov's 96th-minute equaliser, which secures a 12th straight title.

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Aberdeen win narrows gap to leaders Celtic

Aberdeen narrow gap on Premiership leaders Celtic, as Kenny McLean, a Stephen O'Donnell og, and Stevie May score to defeat 10-man Kilmarnock.

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Match of the Day 2 Extra: Man City will have title won by Christmas

Martin Keown, Middlesbrough boss Gary Monk and The Daily Telegraph's Jason Burt discuss Tottenham's prospects amid Manchester City's dominance of the Premier League.

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Chelsea apologise to fans left stranded at Liverpool station

Chelsea say sorry to supporters who missed a specially chartered train and had to wait for over three hours in Liverpool after their 1-1 draw.

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Can Motherwell cause League Cup final upset? Team news, stats and quotes

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Scottish League Cup game between Motherwell and Celtic.

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Still time to vote for your BBC African Footballer of the Year

There is still time to vote for your BBC African Footballer of 2017, with the poll closing at 18:00 GMT on Monday.

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African Footballer of the Year 2017: Watch former nominee Tony Yeboah's thunderbolt v Wimbledon

Watch archive footage of former African Footballer of the Year nominee Tony Yeboah scoring with a thunderbolt of a strike for Leeds against Wimbledon in 1995.

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Mum's last wish honours Hillsborough fans

A bronze plaque pays tribute to those at the 1989 football disaster who helped rescue supporters.

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Manchester City: How the club are encouraging kids to eat healthier

Match of the Day's Ben Shires goes along to Manchester City to see how the club are using football as a way to inspire and encourage children to develop a healthy lifestyle at a young age.

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Eden Hazard or Mohamed Salah - vote for who's had the best season so far

Chelsea's Eden Hazard or Liverpool's Mohamed Salah? Vote for who you think has started the season better.

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Football and rugby clubs back Rainbow Laces anti-homophobia campaign

Football and rugby players, managers, clubs and officials display the colours of the rainbow to show support for a campaign against homophobia in sport.

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Icardi double puts Inter top of Serie A

Mauro Icardi scores twice as Inter Milan move above Napoli and top of Serie A with victory over Cagliari.

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It would by normal to sack me, says Hull boss

Hull City boss Leonid Slutsky says it would be "normal" for the club to sack him after their poor run of form.

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Bayern defeat ends Heynckes' 30-game unbeaten run

Bayern Munich lose to Borussia Monchengladbach, ending manager Jupp Heynckes' 30-game unbeaten run in the Bundesliga.

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Liverpool 1-1 Chelsea: Blues refused to accept defeat - Antonio Conte

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says his team refused to accept defeat after going a goal down at Anfield, before equalising to claim a 1-1 draw against Liverpool.

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Liverpool 1-1 Chelsea: Difficult playing against 'eight defenders' - Jurgen Klopp

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says the way Chelsea set up to counter-attack at Anfield made it a tough game for his players, after the teams played out a 1-1 draw.

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Dortmund throw away four-goal lead in Schalke derby

Schalke score a 94th-minute equaliser as Borussia Dortmund throw away a 4-0 lead with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scoring and being sent off.

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Neil Lennon: 'Accies don't tackle, they just kick'

Hibernian head coach Neil Lennon insists his side were "kicked all over the park" in the 1-1 draw at Hamilton Academical.

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Swansea City 0-0 Bournemouth: Paul Clement frustrated by 'poor' refereeing

Swansea manager Paul Clement is frustrated after Wilfried Bony's first-half effort is ruled out, claiming the referee was "not up to the level required".

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Michael Carrick offered Man Utd coaching role after heart treatment

Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick will be offered a coaching role at the club, says boss Jose Mourinho.

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Manchester United 1-0 Brighton: Chris Hughton 'proud' of Seagulls performance

Brighton boss Chris Hughton is "proud" of his team's display at Old Trafford after an unlucky Lewis Dunk own-goal gives Manchester United a 1-0 win.

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Tottenham 1-1 West Brom: Spurs' Real Madrid tactics did not work against Baggies - Gary Megson

Interim West Brom manager Gary Megson the tactics Spurs used against Real Madrid did not work against the Baggies during their 1-1 draw at Wembley.

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Ronaldo scores the winner in Real victory

Cristiano Ronaldo scores a late winner as Real Madrid move seven points behind La Liga leaders Barcelona with a win over Malaga.

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Manchester United 1-0 Brighton: Seagulls gave United hardest game this season - Mourinho

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says Brighton gave his team their "hardest" game of the season so far, after they beat the Seagulls 1-0 at Old Trafford.

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Tottenham 1-1 West Brom: Mauricio Pochettino says Spurs dropped two points

Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino says their 1-1 draw against West Bromwich Albion was a case of two points dropped.

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What happened in the Premier League on Saturday?

Tottenham need a late Harry Kane goal to rescue a point against managerless West Brom, while second-placed Manchester United scrape past Brighton.

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Hamilton strike prevents Hibs moving up to second

Antonio Rojano earns Hamilton Academical a point as Hibernian miss the chance to go second in the Premiership.

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Coleman earns first win as Sunderland boss

Chris Coleman's Sunderland score two late goals to beat Burton Albion and pick up their first win since 13 August.

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Wolves thrash Bolton to extend Championship lead

Championship leaders Wolves ease to their fifth straight victory to leave Bolton bottom of the table.

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Juventus activate Costa's £41m buyout clause

Juventus activate Bayern Munich winger Douglas Costa's 46m euro (£41m) buyout clause to make his loan move permanent at the end of the season.

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Berizzo to decide Sevilla future next week after cancer diagnosis

Sevilla boss Eduardo Berizzo says he will decide next week whether he will continue in the role after being diagnosed with cancer.

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Leeds up to eighth with win at Barnsley

First-half goals from Samuel Saiz and Ezgjan Alioski help Leeds United ease to victory over Yorkshire rivals Barnsley,

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'I'll worry about promotion if it happens' - Cardiff boss Neil Warnock

Cardiff City manager Neil Warnock explains the lessons he has learned during his 50 years in football.

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Everton one player away from getting it right - Jermaine Jenas

Football Focus pundit Jermaine Jenas believes struggling Everton are one striker away from transforming their season.

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Alan Pardew: West Brom hold talks with former Crystal Palace manager

West Brom hold talks with Alan Pardew as they close in on appointing a new manager

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Messi signs new Barcelona deal with £626m buyout clause

Barcelona forward Lionel Messi has signed a new contract until the end of the 2020-21 season.

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Osian Roberts hopes to succeed Chris Coleman as Wales boss

Chris Coleman's former assistant manager Osian Roberts declares his interest in becoming the new Wales manager.

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Northern Ireland's O'Neill to take time to decide future

Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill will take his time before deciding his next career move, despite a number of offers.

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African Footballer of the Year 2017: Watch former Afoty winner Adebayor score against Gunners

Watch archive footage of former African Footballer of the Year Emmanuel Adebayor score for Manchester City against former employers Arsenal.

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Ronaldo holds secret PSG talks - gossip

Ronaldo in secret talks with Paris St-Germain, Pardew set to be West Brom manager, Ozil to be offered Barcelona deal, plus more.

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Mkhitaryan's form 'decreasing step by step' - Mourinho

Jose Mourinho criticises Henrikh Mkhitaryan's recent form, as Borussia Dortmund say they would be interested in re-signing the forward.

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West Ham 1-1 Leicester: Second half performance encouraging - David Moyes

David Moyes says he was encouraged by his side's second-half performance as West Ham earned a point against Leicester in his first home game in charge.

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West Ham 1-1 Leicester: Foxes must be more clinical - Claude Puel

Claude Puel says it was a "shame Leicester couldn't be more clinical" in their 1-1 draw against West Ham as his side move above Newcastle United into 11th.

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Crystal Palace v Stoke City

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

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Manchester United v Brighton & Hove Albion

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Manchester United and Brighton & Hove Albion.

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Newcastle United v Watford

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

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Swansea City v Bournemouth

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

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Tottenham Hotspur v West Bromwich Albion

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

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Liverpool v Chelsea

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

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Hayley Ladd's free-kick gives Wales narrow win over Kazakhstan

Hayley Ladd's late free-kick gives Wales victory against Kazakhstan in their 2019 Women's World Cup qualifier.

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Highlights: England thrash Bosnia-Herzegovina 4-0

England's women comfortably beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 4-0 in World Cup qualifying as Steph Houghton scores two goals.

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Ladd's late free-kick hands Wales World Cup qualifying win over Kazakhstan

Hayley Ladd's late free-kick gives Wales victory against Kazakhstan in their 2019 Women's World Cup qualifier.

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Houghton double as England put four past Bosnia-Herzegovina

England captain Steph Houghton scores twice as her side continue their unbeaten World Cup qualifying campaign with victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina.

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Man Utd captain Carrick 'healthy and back training hard' after heart procedure

Manchester United captain Michael Carrick reveals he has not played since September due to an irregular hearth rhythm.

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Watch: Messi's fourth Golden Shoe award brings him level with Ronaldo

Barcelona's Lionel Messi is presented the European Golden Shoe award by team-mate Luis Suarez.

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Big Shaq takes on 'King of predictions' Mark Lawrenson

Comedian Michael Dapaah aka Big Shaq takes on BBC football expert Mark Lawrenson in the Football Focus prediction challenge.

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Football Focus: My son didn't want my name on his shirt - Callum Wilson

Bournemouth striker Callum Wilson playfully talks about when his son didn't believe he was a real footballer, whilst he was out injured.

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Rio Ferdinand explains the reasons behind his rift with Frank Lampard

Former England defender Rio Ferdinand tells The NFL Show's Osi Umenyiora and Jason Bell how his desire to win had a negative impact on his friendship with Frank Lampard.

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World Cup: Fifa 'monitoring' Peru's World Cup spot over proposed new law

Fifa is monitoring whether Peru should lose its place at next year's World Cup over a proposed new law in the country.

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Dundee v Rangers team news

Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's Scottish Premiership game between Dundee and Rangers.

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Villa lose Kodjia for 4 months after ankle surgery

Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce is devastated by the loss of striker Jonathan Kodjia, who has had further ankle surgery.

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England Women: You laugh, you lose - Izzy Christiansen v Nikita Parris

England's Izzy Christiansen and Nikita Parris are put to the test when they take part in the 'you laugh, you lose' challenge.

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Marouane Fellaini contract talks out of my control - Jose Mourinho

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says that contract talks with midfielder Marouane Fellaini are "out of his control".

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Aberdeen: Derek McInnes is committed to club despite Rangers speculation

Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes insists he is not leaving Pittodrie despite being linked with Rangers

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Ex-England striker Owen finishes second on debut as jockey

Former England striker Michael Owen makes his debut as a jockey, finishing second in an amateur charity race at Ascot.

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Oumar Niasse: Banned Everton striker 'exaggerated normal Scott Dann contact'

Everton striker Oumar Niasse "exaggerated the effect of a normal contact" with Scott Dann according to the written reasons for his two-game ban.

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Man City & Chelsea learn Champions League opponents

Manchester City Women will play Linkopings in the Women's Champions League quarter-finals, while Chelsea Ladies face Montpellier.

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Southampton boss Mauricio Pellegrino 'not scared' for job

Southampton boss Mauricio Pellegrino says his side are not in a relegation battle and that he is not afraid of losing his job.

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Slaven Bilic: Ex-West Ham manager rejects West Brom talks

Ex-West Ham boss Slaven Bilic turns down the chance to speak to West Brom about replacing the sacked Tony Pulis as manager.

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37-year-old Crouch 'more than likely' to get new Stoke deal

Stoke are "more than likely" to offer 37-year-old striker Peter Crouch a new deal, according to manager Mark Hughes.

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Rangers: Barry Ferguson frustrated by club's search for new manager

Former club captain Barry Ferguson is frustrated by Rangers' search for a new manager, and says Derek McInnes should be first choice.

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Ex-England left-back Konchesky leaves seventh-tier Billericay

Ex-England, Leicester and Liverpool defender Paul Konchesky leaves Billericay Town to focus on "other commitments".

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Why an early-season sacking might not be such a bad idea

Four Premier League managers were sacked in a 35-day period during October and November. But how often does such a change pay dividends?

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I love Mourinho but would prefer Man Utd to play more like a Guardiola side - Cantona

Eric Cantona "loves" Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho, but would prefer his former club to play like a Pep Guardiola side.

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Afoty 17: Will an African nation win the World Cup before England (do again)?

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Naby Keita, Mohamed Salah, Victor Moses and Sadio Mane discuss England and African nations chances of winning a World cup.

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Take a tour of the historic Russian village which could be England's World Cup base

Russia hosts the 2018 Football World Cup; we've had exclusive access to England's preferred training base.

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Swansea & Bournemouth give supporters a gender-neutral option

Swansea and Bournemouth are giving transgender and non-binary fans the choice to opt for a gender-neutral 'Mx' prefix when being addressed.

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Wales women set for record crowd for Kazakhstan World Cup qualifier

Wales expect a record crowd for a women's international match in the country when they host Kazakhstan in Friday's World Cup qualifier.

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West Ham v Leicester - team news & stats as Moyes takes charge of first home game

Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's Premier League game between West Ham United and Leicester City.

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Sadio Mane: How Senegal's quiet but steely star has shone for club and country

How Senegal's quiet but steely Sadio Mane went from Africa Cup of Nations heartbreak to World Cup delight.

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Humiliated under Neville, how Valencia's 'rejects' became title contenders

Gary Neville’s time at Valencia included a miserable 7-0 thrashing by Barcelona but, 21 months on, Los Che are emerging as one of the Catalan side’s title rivals.

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Ozil wants £330K a week from Barcelona - gossip

Mesut Ozil wants 370,000 euros a week at Barcelona, PSG after Marouane Fellaini, Liverpool interested in Julian Draxler, plus more.

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Losing 5-1 was upsetting, but Unsworth has made positive change - Rooney

Caretaker manager David Unsworth has had a "positive" impact on Everton despite a "disappointing" Europa League defeat by Atalanta, says Wayne Rooney.

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Motherwell now a tougher opponent for Celtic - Carl McHugh

Carl McHugh says Celtic will find Motherwell more difficult opponents in the Scottish League Cup final than they did last season.

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Ostersunds reach European knockout stage for first time

Curtis Edwards scores as Ostersunds beat Zorya Luhansk to qualify for the knockout stage of European competition for the first time.

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Robinho given nine-year prison sentence for rape

Brazilian footballer Robinho is sentenced to nine years in prison for raping a woman with four other men in a Milan nightclub in 2013.

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Premier League predictions: Lawro v 'Mans Not Hot' rapper Michael Dapaah - aka Big Shaq

Mark Lawrenson takes on 'Mans Not Hot' star Michael Dapaah - aka Big Shaq - in the next round of Premier League matches.

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Premier League Show: I played the trumpet after being banned - Eric Cantona

British rapper Loyle Carner chats to Manchester United legend Eric Cantona about his love of music and when he learned to play his first musical instrument.

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'I could not walk after my brother's death'

Doncaster Rovers midfielder Matty Blair says he felt like he "could not walk" as he came to terms with his brother's death.

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Premier League Show: 'I've sold the house' - Jamie Vardy reflects on Premier League title celebrations

Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy reminisces with Steve Bower about the Premier League title winning celebrations in his kitchen.

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Aberdeen boss McInnes has told club he is staying, says chairman

Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes has told the club he is not leaving his job, says chairman Stewart Milne.

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Birmingham fans top English arrests for 2016-17

Birmingham City fans top the arrest list in England's top leagues as the Championship again requires most police action.

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England defender Stoney out of World Cup qualifiers

Liverpool's Casey Stoney withdraws from the England squad for their home World Cup qualifiers against Bosnia-Herzegovina and Kazakhstan.

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Italy move above England in Fifa rankings despite World Cup miss

Italy move up a place and leapfrog England in Fifa's world rankings despite missing out on a place at the World Cup.

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Dementia and football: Jeff Astle doctor will lead FA and PFA joint study

A long-awaited study into the links between heading a football and brain damage will start in January, the Football Association has announced.

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How family man Aubameyang helped put Gabon on the map

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is a family man following in his father's footsteps to boost his country's global profile.

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Champions League: Who is through? Who can still make it?

Manchester City, Chelsea and Spurs are through to the Champions League last 16, but which other teams are, and who has work to do?

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Real and PSG both want Arsenal's Sanchez - gossip

Real Madrid and Paris St-Germain want Alexis Sanchez, Manchester City look to Riyad Mahrez, Liverpool target Julian Draxler, plus more.

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Marcelo Bielsa: Lille suspend coach after latest defeat

Lille suspend their coach Marcelo Bielsa after a poor start to the season left them second bottom of Ligue 1.

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Kits for babies & playing ping pong: how Atalanta are defying the odds

Giving out kits to babies and playing the kids in Serie A - how Everton's Europa League opponents Atalanta are winning hearts and minds in Italy.

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Bayern fans throw fake money on pitch in Anderlecht win

Bayern Munich fans throw fake money on the pitch during their 2-1 win at Anderlecht in protest at the cost of ticket prices.

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Boro go sixth as Assombalonga double sinks Birmingham

Britt Assombalonga scores twice as Middlesbrough move back into the Championship play-off spots with victory over Birmingham.

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Wolves four points clear with 4-1 win over Leeds

Wolves ease to their biggest home win of the season as they saw off Leeds United to restore their four-point lead at the top of the Championship.

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Marco Silva: Everton could switch focus from Watford boss as they seek new manager

Everton may be forced to switch their managerial search away from Marco Silva after failing to break the deadlock over the move.

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Chris Lucketti: Bury appoint Scunthorpe United assistant as new manager

Bury appoint Scunthorpe assistant manager Chris Lucketti as their new boss on a two-and-a-half-year contract.

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Akinfeev finally keeps clean sheet as CSKA Moscow win

CSKA Moscow keeper Igor Akinfeev keeps his first Champions League clean sheet for more than 11 years as his side beat Benfica 2-0.

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Unsworth happy playing waiting game on Everton job

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

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Inside the £80K operation to police Feyenoord fans

BBC Sport links up with Greater Manchester Police to see what it takes to police a high-profile football match.

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Chris Coleman: Sunderland manager confident in face of daunting task

Sunderland boss Chris Coleman says his side will "turn the corner", despite defeat by Aston Villa in his first game.

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FC Cologne v Arsenal

Striker Olivier Giroud, goalkeeper David Ospina and forward Danny Welbeck could all return to face Cologne.

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Real Madrid's Dani Carvajal faces 'deliberate yellow' ban

Real Madrid's Dani Carvajal could be banned from the Champions League last 16 if found to have deliberately been booked.

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Everton's Niasse banned for two games for diving

Everton striker Oumar Niasse is banned for two matches after being found guilty of diving during Saturday's draw at Crystal Palace.

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Everton fined £26,000 by Uefa after confrontation between fan and Lyon player

Everton are fined by Uefa for a confrontation involving a child-carrying supporter during their defeat by Lyon in the Europa League.

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Peterborough striker denies police officer assault

Peterborough striker Ricky Miller also denies threatening behaviour and failing to provide a blood specimen.

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FA changes rules to appoint second female to board

The FA changes eligibility rules to appoint a second female to its board, following governance reforms.

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Pep Guardiola unlikely to be punished for pro-Catalan independence symbol

Pep Guardiola is unlikely to be punished by Uefa despite wearing a pro-Catalan independence symbol during his side's Champions League win over Feyenoord.

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Everton's Bolasie back training after 11 months out

Everton winger Yannick Bolasie returns to training, 11 months after injuring his knee in their game against Manchester United.

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Yakubu: Nigeria and ex-Everton and Middlesbrough striker retires aged 35

Former Portsmouth, Middlesbrough, Everton, Leicester, Blackburn and Nigeria strikes Yakubu retires from football.

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Liverpool request facts after fans complain about Sevilla stewarding

Liverpool are investigating claims stewards in Sevilla were violent and denied fans entry to Tuesday's Champions League fixture.

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The football club with two sets of identical twins

BBC Essex meets the two sets of identical twins from FA WPL Southern Division side C&K Basildon Ladies who have their team-mates seeing double.

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Sinclair to appear in court on assault and drink-driving charges

The ex-England footballer is also accused of drink-driving and racially aggravated public order offences.

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After the Charltons, Nevilles and Toures - here are the Dembeles

Grimsby's Siriki Dembele, the EFL's Young Player of the Month for October, hopes to form a "dream team" with his talented siblings.

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Sevilla boss 'reveals cancer' at half-time of comeback draw against Liverpool

Sevilla recover from 3-0 down to draw with Liverpool in the Champions League after the Spanish side's head coach tells his players he has cancer, according to reports.

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Last season's Champions League semi-finalists Monaco out of Europe

Last season's Champions League semi-finalists Monaco are out of Europe after losing to RB Leipzig.

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Two goals and a baby - Wigan winger's unique Tuesday-night hat-trick

Wigan winger Ryan Colclough scores twice and is then substituted so he can attend the birth of his second child.

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Moses - the asylum-seeking orphan who conquered the Premier League

AFOTY nominee Victor Moses lost his parents at 11 and arrived in London with no English before finding success in football.

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Friendly? Rhyl v Leeds U23s abandoned after brawl

A friendly between a Leeds United Under-23 side and Rhyl FC is abandoned after a brawl.

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West Brom consider Pardew - gossip

West Brom consider Alan Pardew, Louis van Gaal rules himself out of Everton job, Real Madrid could sell Gareth Bale, plus more.

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Australia boss quits six days after qualifying for World Cup

Ange Postecoglou resigns as Australia boss six days after the team qualified for the World Cup, saying the job has "taken a toll on me".

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Rogic returns as Celtic visit PSG

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

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Coleman's first Sunderland game ends in defeat at Villa

Sunderland remain bottom of the Championship after losing at Aston Villa in Chris Coleman's first match as manager.

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Two hat-tricks, nine goals and a shock win - Fulham stun Sheff Utd

Ryan Sessegnon scores a hat-trick as Fulham beat Sheffield United to deny the Blades the Championship's top spot.

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England striker Taylor to leave Arsenal for Melbourne then Seattle

England striker Jodie Taylor is leaving Arsenal Women to spend six weeks at Melbourne City, before joining Seattle Reign.

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Gary Megson: West Bromwich Albion players can do better, says interim boss

West Bromwich Albion's players have to take some responsibility for Tony Pulis' sacking, says interim boss Gary Megson.

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Jones missing again for United at Basel

Manchester United will again be without centre-back Phil Jones for their Champions League group game at Basel.

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Chris Smalling: Man Utd defender 'surprised' by reason for England omission

Chris Smalling says he was surprised by Gareth Southgate's reason for excluding him from the last England squad.

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Rakitic - 'We want to show we've learnt our lesson'

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Champions League game between Juventus and Barcelona.

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Lukaku avoids prospect of jail by compensating US police

Man Utd striker Romelu Lukaku avoids the prospect of a jail sentence in the US by agreeing to pay compensation to police.

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Motherwell players turn down new suits for cup final

Motherwell players turn down the offer of new suits for Sunday's League Cup final with Celtic, saying they prefer tracksuits for the big day.

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PL fixture schedulers not helping clubs - Conte

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte believes Premier League fixture schedulers are hampering English clubs' chances of winning the Champions League.

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Inverness CT v Brechin City: Tuesday's Championship match postponed

Tuesday's Scottish Championship meeting between Inverness Caledonian Thistle and Brechin City is postponed because of a waterlogged pitch.

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Fifa bans former bosses of Guam, Nicaraguan and Venezuelan FAs

Fifa gives life bans to the former presidents of the Guam, Nicaraguan and Venezuelan football associations for corruption.

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Duncan Watmore: Sunderland striker needs surgery and faces long absence

Sunderland striker Duncan Watmore requires surgery after suffering a suspected cruciate knee ligament injury.

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Michael O'Neill: IFA offer four-year extension to NI manager

The IFA have offered a four-year contract extension to NI manager Michael O'Neill's existing deal in a bid to retain his services.

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Hampden: Queen's Park challenge Scottish FA stadium cost claims

Queen's Park take issue with Scottish FA chief executive Stewart Regan's claim that retaining Hampden would cost "many millions".

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Is Ryan Giggs right for Wales? Fans & pundits on the merits of Giggs - plus vote for your choice

Ryan Giggs is among the candidates to become the next manager of Wales - but why does he divide opinion among fans?

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Oumar Niasse: Everton striker charged for dive against Crystal Palace

Everton striker Oumar Niasse has been charged for "successful deception of a match official" during Saturday's draw with Crystal Palace.

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Fifa contacts McLaren over doping claims in football

Fifa contacts Dr Richard McLaren as part of its investigation that footballers were involved in a Russia state-sponsored doping programme.

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Brighton 2-2 Stoke: Mark Hughes 'disappointed' not to hang on to lead

Stoke manager Mark Hughes says he and his team are "disappointed" not to beat Brighton, after twice leading in the game, only to draw 2-2.

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Brighton 2-2 Stoke: Hughton pleased despite Seagulls 'naivety'

Brighton boss Chris Hughton admits his side showed some "naivety" in their 2-2 draw against Stoke, but is overall pleased to gain a point.

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From the streets of Guinea to a record-breaker - Keita is living the dream

Naby Keita's journey from breaking things while shopping with his mother in Guinea to a record £48m move to Liverpool.

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Allardyce among West Brom contenders - gossip

Sam Allardyce, Alan Pardew and Martin O'Neill are among the mangers linked with West Brom, Mesut Ozil is wanted back at Schalke, plus more.

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Jann-Fiete Arp: German prodigy who turned down Chelsea and idolises Harry Kane

He has turned down Chelsea, models himself on Harry Kane and is breaking Bundesliga records. Who is Germany's new football prodigy?

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Why Philippe Coutinho surpasses Liverpool legends - and John Stones' injury is a blow for Man City

Philippe Coutinho surpasses some Liverpool greats, while John Stones' injury may prompt a Manchester City shake-up - the stand-out Premier League stats.

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Zidane 'optimistic' despite Real Madrid wobbles

Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane says he is not worried by his side's form as they look to qualify for the last 16.

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FAI report alleged racist abuse of Cyrus Christie to police

The Football Association of Ireland refers allegedly racist abuse of Cyrus Christie to police.

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Ex-England striker Owen prepares for jockey debut

The 37-year-old has lost over a stone in weight and is preparing for his first race at Ascot.

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I'd walk on broken glass to manage Wales - Hartson

John Hartson "would walk on broken glass" to succeed Chris Coleman as Wales manager, but says Tony Pulis is "ideal" for the job.

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'When we drew Rangers, the roof came off' - Fraserburgh get glamour tie

Fraserburgh manager Mark Cowie says "the roof came off" when his gathered players celebrated drawing Rangers in the Scottish Cup fourth round.

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Newcastle United takeover: Financial firm tables formal bid in region of £300m

A financial firm headed by British businesswoman Amanda Staveley tables a formal takeover bid in the region of £300m for Newcastle United.

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Dortmund's Aubameyang back to face Spurs

Borussia Dortmund striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang returns from a club suspension to face Tottenham in the Champions League.

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Sevilla v Liverpool: Defender Joel Matip does not travel in Champions League

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

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Jonna Andersson: Chelsea Ladies to sign Sweden international

Women's Super League One side Chelsea Ladies agree a deal to sign Sweden international Jonna Andersson from Linkopings.

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Chelsea loanee Fankaty Dabo scores 35-yard own goal for Vitesse Arnhem

Chelsea loanee and Vitesse defender Fankaty Dabo scores a calamitous 35-yard own goal as his side lose 4-2 to Groningen.

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Hearts host Hibs in Scottish Cup, Celtic face Brechin

Holders Celtic meet Brechin City in the fourth round of the Scottish Cup while Hearts host Hibernian and Hamilton visit Motherwell.

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West Ham fans urged to stop 999 calls after 'losing again'

Essex Police are urging fans not to call 999 when "West Ham have lost again".

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Manchester City v Feyenoord: Vincent Kompany 'a risk' for Champions League

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says it could be a "risk" to play defender Vincent Kompany against Feyenoord.

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Hearts: SPFL defends late Tynecastle decision as Partick Thistle seek review

The SPFL wanted to give Sunday's game against Hearts every chance of taking place, but Partick Thistle write to request a review into late decision on safety certificate.

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Sunderland on the edge of a cliff, admits Coleman

Manager Chris Coleman says Sunderland are "on the edge of a cliff" but feels "something special" is around the corner.

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Hibernian post £277,000 loss as turnover increases in 2016-17 accounts

Rod Petrie admits Hibs' £277,000 loss for 2016-17 was "some way short of our financial target, which is to at least break even".

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Chris Coleman: Sunderland need to back away from cliff edge

Sunderland manager Chris Coleman says his new side need to find a 'different direction to walk in'.

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US businessman invests £775,000 in Aberdeen

US venture capitalist Tom Crotty invests £775,000 towards community facilities included in Aberdeen's stadium and training ground project.

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Tony Pulis: West Brom sack manager after Chelsea defeat

Tony Pulis is sacked by West Brom with the club a point above the relegation zone and without a win in 10 Premier League games.

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Defeat at Brighton would equal Stoke's worst 12-game points tally - team news & preview

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Premier League game between Brighton & Hove Albion and Stoke City.

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Artists, haircuts and John Travolta - Garth's team of the week

Garth Crooks gets whimsical over one player's magnificence and includes three from one North London club in his team of the week.

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'Moyes will now realise the size of his challenge'

West Ham's loss to Watford will have made it clear to David Moyes how much work he has to do in every area of his team, says Mark Lawrenson.

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Mohamed Salah: Egypt striker carries hopes of a nation at World Cup

Mohamed Salah, who has never even seen Egypt play in a World Cup, will carry the expectations of a nation when they compete at Russia 2018.

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Man City want Van Dijk - gossip

Manchester City and Liverpool want Southampton's Virgil van Dijk, Daniel Sturridge wants to leave Liverpool, plus more.

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Match of the Day 2: West Ham are completely torn apart - Jermaine Jenas

Match of the Day 2 pundits Jermaine Jenas and Mark Lawrenson discuss West Ham's difficult position after David Moyes' first game in charge ends in a 2-0 defeat at Watford.

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Conte is first choice as new manager for Italian FA boss

Italian FA president Carlo Tavecchio hints that Chelsea boss Antonio Conte would be his first choice to be the new Azzurri coach.

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Icardi double puts Inter second

In-form Mauro Icardi scores two headers as Inter Milan beat Atalanta to move into second place in Serie A.

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Sub Soldado scores Fenerbahce hat-trick

Roberto Soldado scores a hat-trick after coming on as a 61st-minute substitute in Fenerbahce's win over Sivasspor.

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I can't control Watford future - Silva

Watford manager Marco Silva says he "cannot control" his future as links to the Everton vacancy continue.

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Watford 2-0 West Ham: David Moyes 'didn't enjoy' Hammers performance

West Ham manager David Moyes says the "better team won" after his Hammers reign began with a 2-0 defeat away to Watford.

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Watford 2-0 West Ham: Everton speculation 'not a problem' for Marco Silva

Marco Silva says speculation linking him with the manager's job at Everton is "not a problem" and he is fully focused on his role at Watford who beat West Ham 2-0 at Vicarage Road.

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Moyes' West Ham reign starts with defeat at Watford

David Moyes' West Ham reign begins with a 2-0 Premier League defeat by upwardly mobile Watford at Vicarage Road.

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Doolan earns Partick a point at Hearts

Kris Doolan scores the equaliser as Partick Thistle fight back to draw 1-1 and deny Hearts a winning return to Tynecastle.

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Valencia stay in touch with Barcelona with eighth win in a row

Valencia make it a club-record eight La Liga wins in a row as they beat Espanyol to keep the pressure on leaders Barcelona.

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Wales job - the contenders to replace Coleman

BBC Sport Wales examines the key contenders to replace Chris Coleman as national team coach.

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Hapless Benevento break Man United's record for worst start

Benevento break Manchester United's record for the worst ever start in the top five European leagues after conceding in added time to Sassuolo.

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Harry Kewell: Crawley head coach says reports of fan confrontation 'exaggerated'

Crawley boss Harry Kewell apologises after a confrontation with fans but says reports of the incident have been "exaggerated".

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Juventus lose to Sampdoria after resting Buffon

Gianluigi Buffon is left on the Juventus bench in their defeat by Sampdoria because he "needs time to get over" Italy's World Cup exit.

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Leeds beat Middlesbrough in Monk's return to Elland Road

Garry Monk's return to Elland Road as Middlesbrough manager ends in defeat by his former club Leeds United.

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Ex-Wales boss Coleman appointed Sunderland manager

Former Wales manager Chris Coleman is named as the boss of struggling Championship side Sunderland.

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Real's Ramos broke nose in Madrid derby

Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos broke his nose in the goalless draw with Atletico Madrid, the club say.

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Paul Pogba: 'If I didn't believe we could win, I would stop playing football'

Paul Pogba says he would take off his boots and "stop playing football" if he didn't believe his Manchester United side could still win the Premier League.

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Match of the Day: Tottenham must win a trophy soon - Alan Shearer

Match of the Day pundit Alan Shearer says Tottenham need to win a trophy soon to prove they are a league-winning team.

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Tynecastle deemed safe to host Hearts v Partick Thistle

Hearts' return to Tynecastle against Partick Thistle gets the go-ahead, following a final safety check on Sunday morning.

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Gossip: Man Utd plan £136m move for La Liga pair

Manchester United line up £136m move for La Liga pair, Real Madrid plan £53m Aguero bid, Manchester City want Van Aanholt, plus more.

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Suarez ends goal drought as Barcelona win again

Luis Suarez ends his goal drought with two strikes as Barcelona beat Leganes 3-0 to move seven points clear of Valencia at the top of La Liga.

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Watch former Afoty winner Drogba's stunning 2006 spin against Liverpool

Watch archive footage as former African Footballer of the Year Didier Drogba scores with a stunning spin for Chelsea against Liverpool in 2006.

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Match of the Day: West Brom shouldn't fire Tony Pulis - Alan Shearer

Match of the Day pundit Alan Shearer explains why he would hold back on sacking West Brom manager Tony Pulis after their 4-0 defeat at home to Chelsea.

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'Best football in Premier League history' - pundits praise Man City

Could Pep Guardiola's Manchester City be the first team to win 100 points in the Premier League?

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Paul Pogba: Man Utd midfielder is different class, says manager Jose Mourinho

Paul Pogba is labelled "different class" by Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho after returning from injury with a goal and an assist.

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Manchester United 4-1 Newcastle United: Jose Mourinho pleased by 'dominant' response

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is pleased with his side's "dominant" reaction after they fought back from a goal behind to beat Newcastle 4-1.

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A 70-yard screamer and Coleman's Christmas lights - stories from the EFL

Sunderland set an unwanted record and Luton score from a "different postcode" - five EFL things you might have missed.

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Alexis Sanchez and Mesut Ozil want to stay at Arsenal, says manager Arsene Wenger

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is confident Mesut Ozil and Alexis Sanchez want to stay, despite their contracts nearing an end.

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Tony Pulis: West Brom boss says he 'will plough on' as manager after loss to Chelsea

Tony Pulis says he will "plough on" as the West Brom manager if the club's board "want him to" after his side's 4-0 loss to Chelsea.

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Cavani scores two to stretch PSG's lead at top

Edinson Cavani scores twice as Paris Saint-Germain go six points clear at the top of Ligue 1 with a 4-1 home win over Nantes.

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A 15-year-old in goal - and a 13-1 defeat

Merthyr Town lose 13-1 at Chesham United amid a financial crisis that has seen most of their senior players leave.

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Successor as Wales manager must be passionate Welshman, says Chris Coleman

Departing Wales manager Chris Coleman says he would like to see a "passionate Welshman" succeed him.

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Burnley 2-0 Swansea: We need to break cycle - Paul Clement

Swansea head coach Paul Clement reflects on a disappointing performance following the Swans 2-0 loss against Burnley.

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Bournemouth 4-0 Huddersfield: Eddie Howe 'delighted' for hat-trick hero Callum Wilson

Eddie Howe says he is "delighted" for Callum Wilson who scored a hat-trick to earn 10-man Bournemouth victory over Huddersfield.

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Man City's Stones set for six-week injury lay-off

Defender John Stones could be out for up to six weeks after injuring his thigh during Manchester City's win at Leicester on Saturday.

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Leicester 0-2 Man City: Foxes beaten by best team in Europe - Claude Puel

Claude Puel says Leicester were beaten by the "best team in Europe" as Manchester City produced another dominant performance at the King Power.

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West Brom 0-4 Chelsea: Antonio Conte hails Morata-Hazard partnership

Antonio Conte says Alvaro Morata and Eden Hazard have forged a "great partnership" after their contribution to Chelsea's convincing 4-0 win at West Brom.

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Crystal Palace 2-2 Everton: David Unsworth pleased with Toffees' ‘fight’

Everton caretaker manager David Unsworth says his side had to show great "resilience" and "fight" to claim a 2-2 draw at Crystal Palace.

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Liverpool 3-0 Southampton Jurgen Klopp praises Reds' mood

Jurgen Klopp praises Liverpool's patience and positive during their convincing 3-0 win against Southampton at Anfield.

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Liverpool 3-0 Southampton Mistakes cost us - Mauricio Pellegrino

Southampton manager Mauricio Pellegrino says a number of "mistakes" from his side cost them the game. after their 3-0 loss to Liverpool at Anfield.

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West Brom 0-4 Chelsea: Defeat does not change my position - Tony Pulis

Tony Pulis says his position at West Brom has not changed following their 4-0 home defeat by Chelsea, amid speculation around the Welshman's future at the club.

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Leicester 0-2 Man City: John Stones will be out for six weeks - Pep Guardiola

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says John Stones will be out for six weeks after picking up an apparent hamstring injury in the first-half.

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Hamilton beat Rangers to earn first league win at Ibrox since 1926

Hamilton secure first win at Ibrox since 1926 thanks to goals from former Rangers player David Templeton and Darren Lyon.

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Wolves return to Championship summit at Reading

Wolves survive a Reading onslaught before wrapping up a victory that restores their two-point lead at the top of the Championship.

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Sunderland reach unwanted milestone in Millwall draw

Sunderland become the first team in English football history to fail to win in 20 successive home games as they draw with Millwall.

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Saturday's Premier League results: Arsenal, Man City, Liverpool win

Arsenal won the north London derby against Tottenham, while leaders Manchester City, Chelsea and Liverpool also picked up victories.

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic: The return of a lion - 5 reasons why Zlatan has been missed!

Zlatan Ibrahimovic is in Manchester United's match-day squad for the first time this season - BBC Sport picks out five reasons why Manchester United fans have missed him.

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Lewandowski's double helps Bayern defeat Augsburg

Robert Lewandowski scores twice as Bayern Munich beat Bavarian rivals Augsburg to extend their unbeaten start under Jupp Heynckes.

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Arsenal 2-0 Tottenham: Arsene Wenger 'very proud' of Gunners performance

Arsene Wenger says he is "very proud" of his team's performance, after Arsenal's convincing 2-0 victory over rivals Tottenham at the Emirates.

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'Giggs would be good manager of Wales'

Wales assistant Osian Roberts says Ryan Giggs would be a good successor to the departing national manager Chris Coleman.

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Arsenal 2-0 Tottenham: Mauricio Pochettino says Mustafi goal was offside

Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino says the decisions which led to Arsenal's first goal were incorrect, and Shkodran Mustafi's "offside" goal changed the game.

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Football Focus: Manchester City will go all season unbeaten - Martin Keown

Football Focus pundit Martin Keown feels Manchester City will remain unbeaten this season and match Arsenal's 'invincible' side he was a part of during their 2003/04 season.

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Ross County v Celtic - team news & preview

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Ross County and Celtic.

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Gossip: Man Utd not put off by Bale injuries and will sign next summer

Manchester United plan to sign Gareth Bale next summer, Sturaro close to moving to Newcastle, plus more.

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'That is amazing!' - ex-Afoty winner Kanu stuns Chelsea

Archive footage of former African Footballer of the Year Nwankwo Kanu scoring a superb hat-trick for Arsenal against Chelsea in 1999.

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Leicester City v Manchester City - team news & preview

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

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West Bromwich Albion v Chelsea - team news & preview

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

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Liverpool v Southampton - team news & preview

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

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Crystal Palace v Everton - team news & preview

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

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Burnley v Swansea City - team news & preview

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

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Bournemouth v Huddersfield Town - team news & preview

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

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Manchester United v Newcastle United - team news & preview

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

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No punishment for Roma 'monkey chants' at Chelsea's Rudiger

Roma will not be charged for "monkey chants" made by their fans towards Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger, because of a lack of evidence.

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Chris Coleman: Farewell to a Welsh managerial hero

BBC Sport Wales reflects on Chris Coleman's tenure as Wales manager as he leaves to take over at Championship club Sunderland.

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Fitter, faster, stronger - how Moyes can improve West Ham

David Moyes inherits a side short on belief, cohesion and under threat of relegation. Can he revive their season - and his career?

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'Jones had six injections to play' for England

Phil Jones was given six injections by England medical staff so he could play against Germany, says Man Utd boss Jose Mourinho.

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Sheff Utd beat Burton to go top of the Championship

Sheffield United move back to the top of the Championship as two Billy Sharp goals help them see off Burton.

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One win in eight - Dortmund, without Aubameyang, lose again

Borussia Dortmund's problems continue as they lose to mid-table Stuttgart in the Bundesliga.

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NI boss O'Neill set for talks over Scotland job

Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill is granted permission to speak to the Scottish FA about becoming Scotland manager.

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Chris Coleman leaves Wales role for Sunderland job

Chris Coleman leaves his job with Wales after five years to take over at Championship club Sunderland.

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Newcastle to beat Man Utd 10-0 - Will Ferrell's Premier League predictions

Will Ferrell takes on Mark Lawrenson in this week's Premier League predictions, and the actor says Newcastle will beat Man Utd 10-0.

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Arsenal v Tottenham Hotspur - team news & preview

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

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Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool boss feels 'really good' after illness

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he feels "really good" two days after missing training after being taken to hospital because he was feeling ill.

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Guardiola & Sane win Premier League awards

Manchester City's Pep Guardiola is named manager of the month for the second time in a row, while Leroy Sane takes the player award.

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Marko Arnautovic: West Ham forward must be team player, says David Moyes

David Moyes says club record signing Marko Arnautovic must be a team player to be part of his plans at West Ham.

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Aguero 'perfect' after midweek dizzy spell

Sergio Aguero is in "perfect" condition and available for Manchester City's Premier League game at Leicester on Saturday.

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Real Madrid: Cristiano Ronaldo and Sergio Ramos have not fallen out - Zinedine Zidane

Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane says there is "no problem" between Cristiano Ronaldo and Sergio Ramos.

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Ibrahimovic & Pogba return to Man Utd squad

Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Paul Pogba return to the Manchester United squad for Saturday's Premier League game against Newcastle.

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Denmark women punished by Uefa after calling off game

Denmark women receive a four-year suspended ban from Uefa competition matches "for which it would otherwise qualify" after refusing to play a World Cup qualifier.

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Sky Bet extends English Football League sponsorship deal

The online gambling operation has extended its multi-million pound deal with the English Football League.

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Frustrated Levein hopeful over Tynecastle return for Hearts

Craig Levein admits a slight feeling of frustration Tynecastle is not quite ready but hopes Hearts' game with Partick Thistle will go ahead.

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I'm surprised anyone would reject Everton manager role - Unsworth

Everton's caretaker boss David Unsworth says he is "surprised" anyone would rule themselves out of becoming manager of the Toffees.

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Tony Pulis: West Brom boss 'getting on with it' amid speculation about his job

West Bromwich Albion boss Tony Pulis says he is "not bothered by pressure" amid speculation about his job.

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Premier League: A minimum 190 games to be televised live from 2019-2020

Premier League chairmen vote for a minimum 22 additional live games to be televised domestically from the start of the 2019-2020 season.

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Wales' FA should push to keep Coleman - Hughes

Chris Coleman should be given what he wants to make sure he remains in charge of the national team, says former Wales manager Mark Hughes.

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Noel Gallagher: Manchester City are playing 'cosmic' football

Manchester City fan Noel Gallagher says there is something "very special" going on at his club and describes the brand of football they are playing this season as "cosmic".

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The next generation: Future Afoty nominees?

The shortlist for the 2017 BBC African Footballer of the Year is a blend of youth and experience, but who might follow in their footsteps in future years?

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Nicolas Leoz: Conmebol ex-chief to be extradited from Paraguay

Former football official Nicolás Leoz is a main suspect in a bribery and money-laundering scandal.

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African Footballer of the Year 2017: Mohamed Salah profile

BBC Sport profiles Egypt and Liverpool attacker Mohamed Salah, a nominee for the BBC African Footballer of the Year 2017 award.

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Mourinho to move for Luiz - gossip

David Luiz lined up by Manchester United, Virgil van Dijk's Liverpool move is on, Jack Wilshere heading to Spain, plus more.

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FA Cup: Billericay Town 1-3 Leatherhead highlights

Leatherhead beat big-spending Isthmian Premier League rivals Billericay Town 3-1 to reach the second round of the FA Cup for the first time since 1978.

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Man City reach Women's Champions League last eight

Manchester City Women reach the quarter-finals of the Women's Champions League after beating LSK Kvinner 7-1 on aggregate.

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Aubameyang dropped by Dortmund for disciplinary reasons

Borussia Dortmund striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is dropped for his club's next Bundesliga fixture for disciplinary reasons.

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Young fans 'need more help' to go to matches - Stoke boss Hughes

Stoke City manager Mark Hughes says young fans "need more help" from football clubs to be able to go to matches.

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WIllian: Chelsea will fight to retain Premier League title

Chelsea's Brazilian forward Willian tells Football Focus it has been difficult for them so far this season but insists they will fight for the title "till the end".

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Shut up! Shut up! Shut up! The angriest manager ever?

Algeria head coach Rabah Madjer loses his temper when a journalist asks Leicester City midfielder Riyad Mahrez a question about the team's recent displays.

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Sergio Aguero: Man City striker fit after fainting during Argentina game

Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero says he is fit for Saturday's Premier League match against Leicester, after fainting while playing for Argentina.

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Britton could be future Swansea manager - Clement

Current boss Paul Clement believes 35-year-old Swansea City "legend" Leon Britton could one day manage them.

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Tottenham's Alderweireld out until after Christmas

Tottenham defender Toby Alderweireld is set to be sidelined until after Christmas with a hamstring problem.

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The interview that shook football - one year on

Andy Woodward fears young footballers are no safer a year after the football abuse scandal broke.

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Ebbsfleet to auction 'Mambo number 5' shirt

National League side Ebbsfleet start a charity auction for a Yado Mambo number 5 shirt after a social media campaign.

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Steve Lovell: Gillingham appoint caretaker manager until end of season

Steve Lovell is appointed manager of League One side Gillingham until the end of the season after a spell in caretaker charge.

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Javier Hernandez: West Ham striker denies reports he has asked to leave

West Ham striker Javier Hernandez denies reports he has asked to leave the Premier League club.

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Man Utd reveal 17.3% rise in revenue

The Old Trafford club sees strong growth in revenues and operating profits in first quarter.

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England women goalkeeping coach quits after being cleared by FA

Lee Kendall quits as England women's goalkeeping coach after being cleared of "unacceptable behaviour".

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Kenny Dalglish: I never went back to Hillsborough

Former Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish says he could not return to Hillsborough, the scene of the 1989 disaster in which 96 Reds fans died.

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The blind footballer who turned his life around

Brandon Coleman from Waterlooville says playing Blind Football for England changed his life.

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Tottenham v Arsenal: Pick your combined north London derby XI

The north London derby is upon us - but who would make your combined Arsenal-Tottenham team?

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Meet the young girl cracking Liberia's 'grass ceiling'

Meet the 10-year-old girl in Liberia who is helping to change the perception that football is for men and wants to be "like the great Marta".

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Sampson row affects women's game - Wales manager Ludlow

Wales manager Jayne Ludlow says controversy surrounding Mark Sampson's dismissal as England manager affects the women's game.

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Peru beat New Zealand to take last World Cup spot

Peru become the final side to qualify for next year's World Cup in Russia, beating New Zealand 2-0 in Lima.

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Alex Ferguson would have sold Danny Rose - Lord Alan Sugar

Lord Alan Sugar says he cannot understand why the Tottenham hierarchy did not sell Danny Rose after comments he made about new signings in the summer.

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African Footballer of the Year 2017: Victor Moses profile

BBC Sport profiles Nigeria and Chelsea winger Victor Moses, a nominee for the BBC African Footballer of the Year 2017 award.

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England have 'changed the wind of public feeling', says Southgate

England's displays against Germany and Brazil have helped "change the wind of public feeling", says boss Gareth Southgate.

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Average cost of matchday ticket in Championship falls

The average cost of a single home matchday ticket in the Championship falls for the 2017-18 season, the Price of Football study finds.

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Thursday's gossip column: Spain's Real Betis want Wilshere

Arsenal's Jack Wilshere is wanted by a La Liga club, Marouane Fellaini could leave Manchester United for free, Newcastle are interested in Senegal's captain, plus more.

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Price of Football 2017: What do results mean for fans, clubs & the sport?

We look at what the results of the BBC's Price of Football 2017 study might mean for fans, clubs and the future of the sport.

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Deal or duff? Take our Price of Football quiz

Can you pick out some of the more unusual football deals?

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FA Cup: Tranmere Rovers 0-5 Peterborough United highlights

Peterborough striker Danny Lloyd scores a hat-trick to knock 10-man Tranmere Rovers out of the FA Cup with a 5-0 win in their first-round replay at Prenton Park.

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Ticket prices fall but cost of football 'putting off' young fans

The Price of Football study finds the majority of ticket prices have frozen or fallen for a third year - but a poll suggests the cost is still putting off young adult fans.

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Price of Football 2017 calculator: How much could football cost you?

Enter your team to see how the cost of following your club compares with other teams and how much you might spend this year.

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Price of Football 2017: Premier League cuts or freezes majority of prices

More than 80% of ticket prices in the Premier League are reduced or frozen for the 2017-18 season, the Price of Football study finds.

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Price of Football 2017: Prices rise in three of four Scottish leagues

Average season ticket prices have risen in three of the four divisions in Scottish football for 2017-18, the BBC's Price of Football study has found.

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Price of Football 2017: Home ground v home comforts - how young fans watch football

Stoke fan Olivia takes game-shy Sam to see Stoke v Leicester to investigate the differences between watching football live and consuming via social media.

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Price of Football 2017: Can you have a day at the football for £35?

As part of Price of Football 2017, BBC Sport challenges football fan Karl Braidwood to see if he can have a day out watching football for just £35.

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World Cup 2018: US Soccer exploring tournament for non-qualifiers

US Soccer is exploring the idea of hosting a tournament involving teams that failed to qualify for the 2018 World Cup.

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FA Cup: 'Calamity' for Tranmere as awful backpass gives Peterborough the lead

Peterborough's Danny Lloyd capitalises on a poor backpass from Tranmere to put the visitors 1-0 ahead in their FA Cup first-round replay.

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Northern Ireland's Evans calls for video refs after controversial penalty

Corry Evans says video technology should be introduced after Northern Ireland are denied a World Cup place by a controversial penalty.

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Chelsea reach Women's Champions League quarter-finals

Chelsea Ladies reach the Women's Champions League quarter-finals for the first time after a routine 1-0 win at Rosengard.

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Corry Evans: Referees need to learn from controversial penalty

Corry Evans says he wants referees to 'look and learn' from the controversial penalty he conceded during Northern Ireland's World Cup play-off first-leg defeat by Switzerland.

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Ventura sacked as Italy coach after failing to reach World Cup

Italy sack coach Giampiero Ventura after the four-time champions fail to reach the World Cup for the first time since 1958.

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James McClean says some criticism of Republic display 'over the top'

James McClean says some criticism of the Republic of Ireland's efforts in the World Cup play-off 5-1 rout by Denmark is "over the top".

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Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool manager misses training due to illness

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp missed training on Wednesday after being taken to hospital due to feeling ill, the club has announced.

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Scottish FA make approach for NI boss O'Neill

The Scottish FA makes an official approach to their Northern Ireland counterparts for manager Michael O'Neill.

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Ex-football official accused in Fifa corruption scandal takes own life

Jorge Delhon took his own life hours after being accused of taking bribes in a Fifa corruption scandal.

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Gareth Southgate: England take 'huge belief' from Brazil and Germany draws

England manager Gareth Southgate says his side can take "huge belief" from goalless draws at home to Brazil and Germany.

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Price of Football study to be released Wednesday at 22:00 GMT

Our 2017 Price of Football study is released on Wednesday, 15 November on the BBC Sport website and across the BBC at 22:00 GMT.

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Darren Randolph dejected after Republic of Ireland World Cup dream dashed

Defender Darren Randolph expresses his disappointment after the Republic of Ireland lose 5-1 to Denmark in the second leg of their World Cup play-off in Dublin.

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Man Utd willing to let Fellaini leave for free

Manchester United are willing to allow Marouane Fellaini to leave the club for free when his contract expires in June, rather than sell him in January.

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FA Cup: Scunthorpe's Hakeeb Adelakun scores stunning goal against Northampton

Scunthorpe's Hakeeb Adelakun scores a stunning long-range effort to give his side an FA Cup first round replay win against Northampton.

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Australia qualify for fourth World Cup in a row

Australia qualify for their fourth successive World Cup as they see off a physical Honduras 3-1 at Stadium Australia.

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FA Cup: Accrington 1-1 Guiseley (3-4 pens) - highlights

Goalkeeper Jonny Maxted is the hero as 10-man Guiseley secure an FA Cup second-round trip to Mansfield by beating Accrington on penalties.

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FA Cup first round replay: Scunthorpe 1-0 Northampton highlights

Watch highlights as a spectacular Hakeeb Adelakun effort sends Scunthorpe into the FA Cup second round with a 1-0 replay win against Northampton.

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FA Cup replay: Bury 0-3 Woking highlights

Watch highlights as non-league Woking embarrass League One Bury by winning their first-round replay 3-0 at Gigg Lane to reach the FA Cup second round.

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Peaky Blinders: How well does Marc Albrighton know his favourite TV show?

Leicester midfielder Marc Albrighton is a fan of television series Peaky Blinders, so we decided to test his knowledge.

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Philip Neville and an England fan clash over the quality of the Three Lions' performance.

Philip Neville and an England fan clash over the quality of the Three Lions' performance.

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Coleman still undecided on Wales future after Panama draw

Chris Coleman remains unsure about his future as Wales manager even though he believes he is still the man to lead his country.

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‘Evertonians now are basically scared of Mane’ – watch Afoty nominee’s derby goal

BBC Sport profiles Senegal and Liverpool midfielder Sadi Mane, a nominee for the BBC African Footballer of the Year 2017 award.

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Defiant O'Neill to discuss Republic of Ireland future

Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill will speak to the country's FA about his future after failing to reach the World Cup.

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Non-league Woking embarrass League One Bury in FA Cup

Non-league Woking embarrass League One side Bury by winning comfortably at Gigg Lane to reach the FA Cup second round.

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Romelu Lukaku breaks Belgium record in win

Romelu Lukaku becomes Belgium's record goalscorer at the age of 24, while the Netherlands win handsomely.

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'The World Cup will miss the Ireland fans' - Kasper Schmeichel

Denmark goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel says the World Cup will be a lesser experience without the Irish supporters.

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Wednesday's gossip column - Ronaldo wants to leave Real Madrid

Cristiano Ronaldo wants to leave Real Madrid, David Moyes targets a Brighton defender, Manchester City are set to miss out on a PSG teenager, plus more.

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Ramos scores twice from spot as Spain draw 3-3 with Russia

Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos scores two penalties as Spain draw with 2018 World Cup hosts Russia.

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Who could England get? Who are favourites? World Cup 2018 at a glance

Who's in the World Cup? When's the draw? How does it all work? Who are the favourites? BBC Sport has a look.

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Wales denied by injury-time Panama strike

Panama score an injury-time equaliser as an experimental Wales side are denied victory in a friendly in Cardiff.

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Sanchez warns O'Neill he would have no escape from Scotland pressures

Lawrie Sanchez believes the scrutiny of living and managing in Scotland would be an adjustment for Michael O'Neill.

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Aguero faints after Argentina's defeat to Nigeria

Manchester City's Sergio Aguero was taken to hospital after fainting following Argentina's 4-2 defeat by Nigeria.

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Scottish FA wants Northern Ireland's O'Neill as manager

The Scottish FA wants Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill to succeed Gordon Strachan as Scotland head coach.

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Francis Kone: The African footballer who can't stop saving lives

Togolese footballer Francis Kone won an award after his quick thinking on the pitch saved an opponent's life.

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Accept Aluko's offer to help with reforms, sports minister tells FA

The Football Association should accept England forward Eniola Aluko's offer to help with its reforms, says sports minister Tracey Crouch.

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World Cup 2018: Where did it all go wrong for Italy?

With Italy failing to qualify for the World Cup for the first time since 1958, we assess where it went wrong for the Azzurri and what happens next.

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'A World Cup without Italy is like pizza without cheese'

Social media users react to Italy's failure to qualify for next year's World cup tournament in Russia.

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Chris Coleman: Wales boss open to managerial job abroad

Wales manager Chris Coleman believes he will have to move abroad to achieve his Champions League ambitions.

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England to play friendlies against Netherlands & Italy

England will play two friendlies against the Netherlands and Italy in March 2018 as part of their World Cup preparations.

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Sweden eliminate Italy: How to celebrate reaching World Cup 2018...

Sweden's players celebrate reaching the World Cup finals in Russia by storming the pitchside studio of a Swedish broadcaster.

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England Women: Karen Bardsley named in World Cup qualifiers squad

Goalkeeper Karen Bardsley is named in England's 26-player squad for their upcoming World Cup qualifiers.

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'It's espionage' - Honduras coach accuses Australia of spying before match

Honduras coach Jorge Luis Pinto accuses Australia of "espionage" in the build-up the first leg of their World Cup play-off last Friday.

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Leicester's owners reject '£323m lawsuit' claim

A £323m lawsuit against King Power had been accepted by a court on Monday, Reuters reported.

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Steve Davis: Leyton Orient sack head coach

National League club Leyton Orient dismiss head coach Steve Davis.

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Lifesaver Kone humbled by Fifa award

Togo international Francis Kone hopes the Fifa Fair Play Award he won last month can send a message to those who engage in racial abuse.

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Francis Kone honoured for saving life of goalkeeper Berkovec

Watch the moment Togolese striker Francis Kone helps save the life of goalkeeper Martin Berkovec, who was knocked out during a Czech league match.

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'He just plays, he has fun' - watch Afoty nominee Keita's goal v Mainz

BBC Sport profiles Guinea and RB Leipzig midfielder Naby Keita, a nominee for the BBC African Footballer of the Year 2017 award.

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Gossip: Real Madrid to sell Bale next summer

Real Madrid will cash in on Gareth Bale next summer, Liverpool's Emre Can wanted by Borussia Dortmund, Tottenham eye Richarlison, plus more.

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Gianluigi Buffon retires as Italy lose to Sweden in World Cup play-off

A tearful Gianluigi Buffon says he is "sorry for all of Italian football" as he announces his international retirement.

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Irish FA to push for video technology after penalty controversy

The Irish FA is set to back the implementation of video assistant referees in the wake of Northern Ireland's shattering World Cup exit.

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Italy lose World Cup play-off to Sweden: Watch Azzurri's iconic moments

As Italy fail to qualify for the World Cup for the first time since 1958, take a look back at some of the moments that make them such a part of the competition's folklore.

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Watford reject Everton's approach for manager Silva

Watford have rejected an approach from Everton for their highly-rated Portuguese coach Marco Silva.

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France will be more dangerous than England - Germany's Low

France will be "more dangerous than England" when they meet Germany in Tuesday's friendly, the world champions' coach Joachim Low says.

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Dementia and football: PFA wants heading banned for under-11 players

Children under the age of 11 should be banned from heading footballs until the long-term risks are better understood, the PFA says.

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Hearts await Tynecastle safety certificate before meeting with Partick Thistle

Hearts hope a safety certificate will be issued in time to host Sunday's game with Partick Thistle at Tynecastle but admit it will "go to the wire".

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Liverpool's Clyne faces further three months out after back surgery

Liverpool defender Nathaniel Clyne could be up for up to three months after having surgery on a back injury.

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Ryan Giggs: Ex-Man Utd winger to sign deal with Vietnamese academy

Former Manchester United winger Ryan Giggs is set to sign a consultancy deal to become director of football at a Vietnamese football academy.

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Jake Bugg: Notts County shirt sponsorship deal gives rock star a buzz

Rock star Jake Bugg was able to show off his support for Notts County, by sponsoring the team's shirts for November.

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'I feel like I've been on X Factor' - record-breaking keeper on 1,250th game

Wisbech keeper Paul Bastock says he feels like he has been on X Factor after making his 1,250th appearance to beat Peter Shilton's competitive club record.

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Liam Miller illness 'puts things in perspective' - Martin O'Neill

"It puts everything in perspective" - Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill on Liam Miller's illness.

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World Cup play-off: Martin O'Neill laments lack of Irish firepower

Republic of Ireland boss Martin O'Neill defends his side's lack of creativity ahead of Tuesday's World Cup play-off second leg with Denmark.

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Southgate not afraid to pick Solanke, Cook & Gunn

England manager Gareth Southgate "will not hesitate" to use Dominic Solanke, Lewis Cook and Angus Gunn in Tuesday's friendly against Brazil.

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Northern Ireland players want manager O'Neill to stay

Northern Ireland players are urging manager Michael O'Neill to remain after narrowly missing out on World Cup qualification.

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Watch: Miller scoring for Celtic & Hibs

Liam Miller in scoring action during his spells in Scottish football with Celtic and Hibernian (UK only).

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WSL 1: Niamh Charles' excellent lob & other great WSL goals

A stylish Niamh Charles lob earned Liverpool a win over Birmingham City, whilst Jordan Nobbs is this week's top performer in highlights from week five of the Women's Super League.

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Chris Gunter: Wales defender proud to match Gary Speed's 85 caps

Wales defender Chris Gunter tells of his pride at reaching 85 caps and says it would be "madness" if manager Chris Coleman left.

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Former BBC voice of football results Gudgin dies

Tim Gudgin, formerly the voice of BBC television's Saturday tea-time football results, dies aged 87.

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Ex-Celtic and Man Utd player Miller having chemotherapy

Former Celtic, Manchester United and Hibernian midfielder Liam Miller is having treatment for cancer.

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Record-breaker Bastock v the legends - take the quiz

After goalkeeper Paul Bastock makes his 1,250th appearance, how does that tally stack up against some of sport's legends?

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David Moyes names West Ham assistant coaches, including former player Stuart Pearce

West Ham United boss David Moyes adds Stuart Pearce, Alan Irvine and Billy McKinlay to his coaching staff.

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