West Ham 3-0 Southampton: Protests, marches and three valuable points - Saturday at London Stadium

Meetings, protests, marches - and three most welcome points. Simon Stone spends a day finding out what's happening at West Ham.

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Cavani double seals French League Cup for PSG

Paris St-Germain continue their domestic dominance by winning the French League Cup for the fifth successive time with a thrilling win over Monaco.

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Juventus move four-points clear with AC Milan win

Juventus take a big step towards the Serie A title as a hard-fought victory against AC Milan moves them four points clear at the top of the table.

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Ibrahimovic scores 35-yard screamer as LA Galaxy win from 3-0 down

Zlatan Ibrahimovic comes off the bench to score with an incredible 35-yard strike and win the derby on his LA Galaxy debut.

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Late Messi equaliser preserves Barca record

Substitute Lionel Messi scores an 89th-minute equaliser as leaders Barcelona come from 2-0 down to preserve their unbeaten La Liga record.

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Guardiola prioritises Liverpool tie over United game

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says he will "focus on the Champions League" in his team selection to play Manchester United on Saturday.

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Bale stars as Real reduce second-placed Atletico's lead

Gareth Bale scores twice as Real Madrid prepare for their upcoming Champions League game at Juventus with victory at Las Palmas.

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Everton 1-3 Manchester City: Guardiola really pleased with his team

Manchester City took a step closer to the title with a 3-1 win over Everton at Goodison Park and Pep Guardiola says he is really happy with the way his team are playing.

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Everton 1-3 Manchester City: Sam Allardyce says Everton did everything they could

Everton manager Sam Allardyce defends his team's effort in the 3-1 defeat by Manchester City and says his players did everything they could have done in the game.

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Bayern put six past Dortmund

Bayern Munich demolish rivals Borussia Dortmund with a thumping first-half display - but are not Bundesliga champions just yet.

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Man City one win from title after defeating Everton

Manchester City ensure they can clinch the Premier League title against Manchester United next Saturday after outclassing Everton at Goodison Park.

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Man City impossible to keep pace with - Mourinho

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says Manchester City are "practically impossible to follow" as they close in on the Premier League title.

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West Ham 3-0 Southampton: Hughes admits his side lacked in too many areas

Southampton manager Mark Hughes is critical of a "poor" performance from his side as they suffered a 3-0 thrashing at relegation rivals West Ham.

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West Ham 3-0 Southampton: Hammers support inspired players - Moyes

West Ham United manager David Moyes praises his players' attitude and the support of the fans as the Hammers overcame recent troubles by thrashing relegation rivals Southampton.

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West Brom 1-2 Burnley: Alan Pardew disappointed with 'wasted' first half

West Brom boss Alan Pardew is disappointed with a "wasted" opening 45 minutes against Burnley as his side slumped to a Premier League record eighth successive defeat.

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Penalty king Kasper emulates his dad - Saturday's best Premier League stats

The best stats as West Ham beat Southampton and Manchester United and Liverpool consolidate top-four place.

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Manchester United 2-0 Swansea: Carlos Carvalhal buoyed by Swans' second-half display

Swansea boss Carlos Carvalhal praises his side's second-half performance at Manchester United, but admits Jose Mourinho's team deserved the victory.

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Manchester United 2-0 Swansea: Jose Mouinho praises 'fantastic' first-half display

Jose Mourinho praises a "fantastic" opening 45 minutes from his Manchester United players as Romelu Lukaku and Alexis Sanchez scored to secure a 2-0 win over Swansea.

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Brighton & Hove Albion 0-2 Leicester: Chris Hughton says defeat is 'hard to take'

Chris Hughton says Brighton's 2-0 loss to Leicester is "frustrating and hard to take" after the visitors scored twice in the last 10 minutes to claim all three points.

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Newcastle 1-0 Huddersfield: David Wagner 'disappointed' with Terriers result

Huddersfield manager David Wagner says his players' fighting spirit was "fantastic", but acknowledges opportunities were missed during their 1-0 defeat at Newcastle.

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West Brom 1-2 Burnley: Sean Dyche 'proud' of Burnley's progression

Burnley boss Sean Dyche says his players deserve credit for recent results after Ashley Barnes' spectacular volley keeps their European hopes alive.

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Watford 2-2 Bournemouth: Gracia 'very proud' despite 'disappointing' draw

Watford manager Javi Gracia is proud of his side's performance despite their failure to see out a victory against Bournemouth at Vicarage Road.

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Brighton 0-2 Leicester: Claude Puel thankful after 'crucial' three points

Claude Puel admits that Leicester's 2-0 win at Brighton & Hove Albion may not have been a "fair result", but is thankful for a "crucial" three points.

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Newcastle 1-0 Huddersfield: Rafa Benitez pleased with 'important' Newcastle win

Newcastle manager Rafa Benitez says his side "stayed calm" to secure a "key" late victory at home against Huddersfield.

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Watford 2-2 Bournemouth: Howe praises 'incredible' Jermain Defoe after Cherries equaliser

Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe describes Jermain Defoe as an "incredible player and incredible person" after the striker's 92nd-minute equaliser earned a 2-2 draw at Watford.

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Celtic three wins from title after defeating Ross County

Celtic move to within three more wins of retaining their Premiership title after a comfortable victory over Ross County.

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Premier League results: Manchester United, Liverpool, West Ham

West Ham thump Southampton 3-0, while Manchester United and Liverpool win to consolidate their top-four places.

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West Ham hammer relegation rival's Southampton

West Ham thrash Southampton to overcome their recent troubles at London Stadium and move clear of the relegation zone.

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Lukaku & Sanchez score as Man Utd defeat Swansea

Romelu Lukaku scores his 100th Premier League goal as Manchester United earn a comfortable win to dent Swansea's survival hopes.

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Perez earns Newcastle victory over Huddersfield

Ayoze Perez's late goal moves Newcastle seven points above the relegation zone and leaves Huddersfield in danger of a return to the Championship.

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Defoe levels as Bournemouth draw at Watford

Jermain Defoe scores a 92nd-minute equaliser as Bournemouth deny Watford victory at Vicarage Road.

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Burnley win as West Brom edge closer to relegation

Ashley Barnes' spectacular volley keeps Burnley's European hopes alive and condemns West Brom to a Premier League record eighth successive defeat.

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Leicester leave it late to win at Brighton

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

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Irish Cup semi-final goal in 22 seconds

Cliftonville take just 22 seconds to score in the Irish Cup semi-final - and they didn't even have the kick-off.

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Crystal Palace 1-2 Liverpool: Roy Hodgson admits that mistakes were made

Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson defends the performance of striker Christian Benteke, who missed two clear goalscoring chances during a 2-1 defeat by Liverpool.

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Crystal Palace 1-2 Liverpool: Jurgen Klopp says Adam Lallana injury 'doesn't look good'

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admits that Adam Lallana's latest injury "doesn't look good" after the midfielder limped off during the Reds' 2-1 win at Crystal Palace.

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Rangers come from behind to draw with Motherwell

Rangers recover from a two-goal half-time deficit to secure a draw with Motherwell at Fir Park.

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Salah secures three points for Liverpool at Palace

Mohamed Salah's late goal snatches victory for Liverpool against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park

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Midfielder Gibson leaves Sunderland by mutual consent

Sunderland announce Darron Gibson has left the club by mutual consent following the conclusion of a club-imposed suspension.

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Hampden: Queen's Park agree deal in principle to sell ground to Scottish FA

Queen's Park agree in principle to sell Hampden Park to the Scottish FA, BBC Scotland has learned.

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Ray Wilkins scores for Manchester United in 1983 FA Cup final

Watch Ray Wilkins score a 'superb' goal for Manchester United during the 1983 FA Cup final against Brighton & Hove Albion.

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Ex-England captain Wilkins in critical condition in hospital

Former England and Chelsea midfielder Ray Wilkins is in a critical condition in a London hospital.

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Chelsea step up bid for Alderweireld - Saturday's gossip

Chelsea step up Alderweireld bid, Manchester City to fight Real Madrid's Sterling move, Arsenal's Wilshere to leave on a free, plus more.

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West Ham fan behaviour may put transfer targets off - Moyes

The behaviour of West Ham fans may dissuade players from joining the club says manager David Moyes.

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I wanted LA Galaxy move before Man Utd - Ibrahimovic

LA Galaxy striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic says he was set to join the Major League Soccer club two years ago, before signing for Manchester United.

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Sunderland thrash Derby to move off bottom of table

Sunderland capitalise on defensive errors by Derby to win at Pride Park and move off the bottom of the Championship table.

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Mark Hughes: Southampton boss says Saints' Premier League position 'baffling'

Southampton's position in the Premier League relegation zone is "baffling", says new manager Mark Hughes.

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Premier League to warn clubs over 'anti-extremist' body

The Premier League will warn clubs about reported attempts by the "anti-extremist" Football Lads Alliance to bring discriminatory banners and flags into stadiums.

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Nine-man Wolves hold on at Boro to restore six-point lead

Wolves hold on to beat Middlesbrough and extend their Championship lead to six points despite two second-half red cards.

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Ronaldo or bust? 'Nervous' sculptor gets another go

Emanuel Santos creates a second statue one year on to silence critics who ridiculed his work.

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Promotion-chasing Fulham win comfortably at Norwich

Fulham maintain their automatic promotion chances in the Championship with a routine win at Norwich.

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Play-off hopefuls Bristol City snatch point at Barnsley

Josh Brownhill scores a late equaliser to rescue a point for play-off hopefuls Bristol City at struggling Barnsley.

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Cardiff keep pressure on leaders Wolves with eighth win in a row

Cardiff City take another step towards automatic promotion as they battle past Championship strugglers Burton Albion to make it eight wins in a row.

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Man City players spoken to about snus by club doctor - Guardiola

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says the club's doctor has spoken to the players about stimulant snus.

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Hamilton: Ioannis Skondras & Chrysovalantis Kozoronis leave club

Hamilton Academical announce that Greek players Ioannis Skondras and Chrysovalantis Kozoronis have left the club.

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Emre Can: Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says contract talks still open

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says "nothing is decided" on the future of midfielder Emre Can and contract talks remain ongoing.

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Jesse Lingard: Manchester United midfielder looks back on loan days

Jesse Lingard looks back at an old Football Focus interview which featured him on loan at Birmingham City, and reflects on how those loan spells helped his career at Manchester United.

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2018 World Cup: Dion Dublin meets Tunisia fan who wants revenge over England

Dion Dublin meets a Tunisia fan who thinks his country can get "revenge" over group rivals England at the 2018 World Cup, after the Three Lions' 2-0 win in the 1998 tournament.

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Kilmarnock boss expects to lose ex-West Brom man Mulumbu

Manager Steve Clarke expects Youssouf Mulumbu to leave Kilmarnock this summer, but Rory McKenzie extends his stay in Ayrshire.

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Liverpool v Man Utd: Second biggest stadium in world lined up for pre-season game

Liverpool and Manchester United are set to meet in pre-season in the US, with the second biggest stadium in the world lined up as a potential venue.

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This Country star Charlie Cooper's Premier League predictions

Fulham fan Charlie Cooper from BBC Three comedy This Country takes on BBC Sport football expert Mark Lawrenson with his predictions for this weekend's Premier League matches.

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Which goal celebration should you REALLY be doing?

It’s time to find out what kind of goal celebration YOU should adopt for your shining moment…

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From war-torn Afghanistan to Notts County - five inspiring stories from the week

The Notts County footballer who escaped war in Afghanistan, when boxing meets chess, the figure skater with Down syndrome finding 'pure happiness' on ice, plus more.

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Overrated or England's lost midfield talent? The Carrick debate

Is the retiring Michael Carrick the lost midfield talent of England's golden generation or perennially overrated?

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Man City chasing £75m Isco - Friday's gossip

Manchester City confident of landing Isco, Dembele postpones Tottenham contract talks, Lewandowski to force through Real Madrid move, plus more.

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Jesse Lingard: Manchester United forward wants to emulate Class of 92's achievements

Manchester United forward Jesse Lingard hopes he and team-mates Marcus Rashford and Paul Pogba can emulate the Class of 92.

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Extra security at West Ham v Southampton to cost taxpayer £60K

Increased security at West Ham's home game against Southampton at London Stadium on Saturday will cost taxpayers about £60,000.

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Dundee boss McCann & St Johnstone keeper Clark banned over touchline clash

Dundee boss Neil McCann and St Johnstone keeper Zander Clark both get two-game bans after their touchline clash last month.

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Michy Batshuayi: Uefa end investigation into Borussia Dortmund striker's racial abuse claim

Uefa ends its investigation into a complaint by Borussia Dortmund striker Michy Batshuayi that he was subject to racial abuse during a Europa League game.

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Burnley announce financial turnaround with a £22.2m net profit

Burnley announces they made a £22.2m net profit during the 2016-17 Premier League season and tripled their turnover to £121m.

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Future of Hibs duo McGeouch and McGinn 'up in the air'

Hibernian head coach Neil Lennon admits he could Dylan McGeouch and John McGinn this summer, but hopes the key midfielders stay.

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The Premier League Show: Petr Cech says Gunners closer to Manchester City than points suggest

Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech says the 33-point gap between them and league leaders Manchester City is not indicative of the gap in quality between the two.

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Premier League predictions: Lawro takes on This Country star Cooper

BBC football expert Mark Lawrenson takes on This Country star and Fulham fan Charlie Cooper in this week's Premier League predictions.

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Celtic: Brendan Rodgers tips Jack Hendry to become Scotland mainstay for next 10 years

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers says central defender Jack Hendry can become a mainstay for Scotland for the next decade.

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South African FA backs president Jordaan over rape claim

The South African Football Association offers support to its president Danny Jordaan over rape allegations after a charge was brought against him on Saturday.

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No British referees chosen for World Cup for first time in 80 years

There will be no British referees at a World Cup for the first time since 1938 when the 2018 tournament in played is Russia this year.

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FA Cup: Wigan charged over pitch invasion after Man City victory

Wigan have been charged by the FA over a pitch invasion by fans after their FA Cup fifth-round win over Manchester City.

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Stoke: Ibrahim Afellay told to stay away by manager Lambert

Stoke manager Paul Lambert tells Ibrahim Afellay to stay away from the club so the Dutch forward will play no further part in their battle to avoid relegation.

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English clubs 'no longer second class in Europe' - Chelsea Ladies boss Hayes

Emma Hayes hails the progress of English clubs as her Chelsea team and Manchester City reach the Women's Champions League semi-finals.

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Liverpool fans to watch safe standing in action at Celtic Park

Fans who recently backed the idea of safe standing areas will see the system in action on Saturday.

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PAOK Salonika: Gun incident sees Greek club's president banned

PAOK Salonika's president is banned for three years for coming onto the pitch with a gun during a Greek top-flight game against AEK Athens.

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Jack Wilshere: Arsenal have 'no issue' with England after midfielder's injury

Arsenal have "no issue" with England after midfielder Jack Wilshere was injured while on international duty.

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Mick McCarthy: Ipswich Town manager to leave at end of season

Manager Mick McCarthy will leave Ipswich Town when his contract expires at the end of the season, the club confirms.

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Ups, downs and the race for Europe - what's at stake this weekend?

All you need to know about promotion, relegation and qualification for Europe in England and Scotland's top football leagues.

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Bed at 4am, breakfast at 1pm - how Wales' players went the extra mile to avoid jet lag

Defender James Chester reveals how late nights in China prepared Wales' players for club duty this weekend.

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Sweeping up glass, cooking pasta & managing the team - ex-England striker on his new challenge

How former Premier League and England striker Kevin Davies has turned around Southport's fortunes by grafting in the National League North.

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FA sex abuse inquiry: Clive Sheldon QC may target clubs

The man leading an investigation into historical sex abuse for the Football Association could carry out a separate inquiry into the clubs involved.

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St Johnstone beat Hamilton to climb up to seventh

St Johnstone climb to seventh place in the Scottish Premiership with a home win over error-strewn Hamilton Academical.

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Man City to open Sterling talks - gossip

Man City to open contract talks with Sterling, Spurs want £87m-rated Fernandes, Arsenal hold Soyuncu discussions, plus more.

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Man City book Champions League semi-final place with 5-3 win at Linkoping

Manchester City ease in to the Women's Champions League semi-finals with a 5-3 second-leg win at Swedish side Linkoping.

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'No charge' against Forest owner - Randall

Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis has not been charged over drug trafficking, says chairman Nicholas Randall.

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Tokyo 2020: FA hope to field Team GB then host 2021 Women's Euros

England will bid to host the Women's European Championships in 2021, says the FA's head of women's football Baroness Sue Campbell.

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Martin Glenn: FA chief 'remains committed' despite exit reports

Chief executive Martin Glenn 'remains committed' to the Football Association, despite reports he may quit after this summer's World Cup.

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World Cup 2018: Pogba, Dembele suffer 'racist' chants in Russia

France's sport minister calls for an investigation into alleged racist abuse directed at players during their 3-1 win in Russia.

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Ferrell, Zlatan & Bradley - first LA derby has Hollywood script

In the build up to the Los Angeles derby, BBC Sport speaks to Los Angeles FC boss Bob Bradley about the newest team in MLS.

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£773 to fill latest Panini World Cup sticker album, professor claims

A leading mathematician says it would cost £773 to fill the World Cup Panini sticker album.

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Bobby Ferguson: Former Ipswich Town manager dies aged 80

Former Ipswich Town manager Bobby Ferguson, who also worked under Sir Bobby Robson at the club, dies at the age of 80.

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My Liverpool experience can help Scotland - Robertson

Left-back Andrew Robertson hopes Scotland's new generation of players can benefit from his successful first season at Liverpool.

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Italy penalty wasn't clear & obvious - Gareth Southgate

England manager Gareth Southgate is unhappy with the video assistant referee (VAR) decision that gave Italy a penalty and denied his side a win at Wembley.

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France beat Russia 3-1 thanks to Kylian Mbappe & Paul Pogba goals

Paul Pogba scores a 30-yard free-kick and Kylian Mbappe nets a brace as France beat World Cup hosts Russia 3-1 in a friendly in St Petersburg.

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World Cup 2018: How are the favourites shaping up?

A look at what shape the seven favourites to win the World Cup are in after the latest batch of friendlies.

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Hungary 0-1 Scotland: Alex McLeish praises 'amazing' Scott McKenna & Jack Hendry

Alex McLeish praises "amazing" Scott McKenna and "confident" Jack Hendry for their roles in Scotland's victory over Hungary.

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World Cup squad watch - who likely impressed Southgate in race for Russia?

BBC Sport chief football writer Phil McNulty assesses the performances of England's players in their draw against Italy at Wembley.

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Jesus rejects £90,000-a-week Man City deal - gossip

Jesus rejects new Man City deal, Premier League leaders eye £75m Isco move, Alonso wants to stay at Chelsea, plus more.

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Southgate unhappy with VAR penalty decision

England manager Gareth Southgate is unhappy with the Video Assistant Referee decision that denies his side a win over Italy.

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European clubs wants mandatory rest in international calendar

European clubs want mandatory rest periods inserted into the international calendar to give players more time to recover from matches.

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Highlights: Hungary 0-1 Scotland

Scotland get the first win of Alex McLeish's second spell as national head coach as Hungary are defeated in Budapest (UK only).

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Solanke gives England U21s dramatic win over Ukraine

England restore their five-point lead at the top of their European Championship qualifying group with dramatic 2-1 victory over Ukraine.

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Switzerland put six past England World Cup opponents Panama

Panama, England's group opponents at the World Cup, are thrashed by Switzerland in a friendly.

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Pogba on target as France win in Russia

Paul Pogba scores an excellent free-kick and Kylian Mbappe nets twice as France beat World Cup hosts Russia in a friendly.

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Germany v Brazil: Do you know your Pele from your Klose?

As Brazil prepare to face Germany for the first time since their 7-1 World Cup semi-final defeat, BBC Sport looks back on other goalfests on football's biggest stage.

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Brazil 1-7 Germany: The night Brazil collapsed in the 2014 World Cup semi-final

Ahead of Brazil's friendly with Germany on Tuesday, BBC Sport rewinds to the 2014 World Cup semi-final when the hosts were hammered 7-1 in Belo Horizonte.

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West Ham captain Mark Noble writes open letter urging fans to pull together

West Ham captain Mark Noble writes an open letter to fans calling for unity after disturbances at their last home match against Burnley.

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Brother-in-law crashed Villa striker's £250,000 Ferrari

Aston Villa ace Lewis Grabban never got to drive the £250,000 Ferrari before it was wrecked.

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Champions League and Europa League: Uefa announces new rules

Players will be able to represent two different clubs in the same European cup competition from next season.

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'Exceptionally low murder rates' and 'very low gun circulation' - Morocco makes case to host World Cup

Morocco says "exceptionally low murder rates" and "very low gun circulation" are reasons it should host the 2026 World Cup.

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England women: Steph Houghton and Jordan Nobbs recalled for World Cup qualifiers

England women's head coach Phil Neville recalls Steph Houghton and Jordan Nobbs for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.

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Gary Rowett: 'I did not realise Warnock was a health and safety inspector'

Derby boss Gary Rowett hits back at Cardiff's Neil Warnock as the fall-out from the postponed game at Pride Park continues.

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WSL sides need fixture help to progress in Champions League - Hayes

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Women's Champions League game between Chelsea Ladies and Montpellier.

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World Cup Moments: The best World Cup goal you may not have seen

Watch an iconic World Cup moment as Saudi Arabia's Saeed Al-Owairan scores an outstanding goal against Belgium.

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How can Yorkshire have an international football team?

BBC Sport went to find out how and why Yorkshire has its own international football team.

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Highlights: Northern Ireland Under-21s frustrated by Iceland in their Euro 2019 qualifier

Northern Ireland remain second in their Under-21 Euro 2019 qualifying group after being held to a goalless draw against Iceland at the Coleraine Showgrounds.

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Barcelona want Shaw - gossip

Barcelona eye Man Utd's Luke Shaw, Monaco express interest in Marouane Fellaini, Liverpool target Dani Ceballos told he can leave Real Madrid, plus more.

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Ronaldo scoring run ends as Dutch thrash Portugal

European champions Portugal suffer a heavy shock friendly defeat by the Netherlands in Geneva.

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Russian police witnessed England fans' bad behaviour in Amsterdam - police chief

The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) is concerned recent efforts to "influence" Russian authorities before the World Cup have now been "wasted".

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Northern Ireland U21s held by Iceland

Northern Ireland Under-21s are held to a frustrating scoreless draw by Iceland in their Euro 2019 qualifier at the Coleraine Showgrounds.

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Messi set to return for Argentina against Spain

Lionel Messi looks set to return for Argentina in Tuesday's friendly match against Spain.

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McLeish to pick more experienced side

Scotland manager Alex McLeish will select a more experienced side against Hungary than the one that lost to Costa Rica.

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Evangelos Marinakis: Nottingham Forest owner cleared of forming Greek match-fixing ring

Olympiakos and Nottingham Forest owner is cleared of forming a match-fixing ring but may still face a bribery charge.

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West Ham & London Mayor meet for first time over stadium safety & finances

London Mayor Sadiq Khan meets West Ham vice-chairman Karren Brady for the first time to discuss finances and safety at London Stadium.

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World Cup 2018: 'Give us some love' - Raheem Sterling tells England fans

Raheem Sterling says England players would perform better in the World Cup if they were all given the full support of the fans.

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'Brazil still haunted by 7-1 ghost'

Brazil are still haunted by "the ghost" of their 7-1 hammering by Germany in 2014, says coach Tite.

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The Italian Job: England v Italy, a rivalry renewed

Watch the last two encounters between Italy and England as the Three Lions renew their rivalry with the Azzurri at Wembley on Tuesday.

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Ryan Giggs makes a difference his way as Wales reign begins

BBC Sport Wales' Dafydd Pritchard assesses how Ryan Giggs has gone about the early stages of his Wales reign at the China Cup.

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England World Cup places up for grabs - Gareth Southgate

England coach Gareth Southgate says there are still World Cup places to play for as they prepare to face Italy.

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'Their goalkeeping coach had a few swings at one of our coaches' - Reading Women coach Chambers

Reading Women's coach Kelly Chambers reflects on a post-match scuffle involving the Chelsea goalkeeping coach and some of the Reading backroom staff following her team's 2-2 draw against Chelsea and says there is no place for it in football.

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Chelsea sign Crewe Alexandra teenage striker George Nunn

Crewe Alexandra's teenage striker George Nunn signs for Premier League side Chelsea, BBC Radio Stoke reports.

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Mohamed Elneny: Egypt and Arsenal midfielder extends contract with Premier League club

Egypt midfielder Mohamed Elneny signs a contract extension with Arsenal, as he gears up for the World Cup in Russia.

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David Sullivan: West Ham co-owner 'used club to avoid paying £700,000 tax'

West Ham co-owner David Sullivan used the club to avoid paying £700,000 in tax, a tribunal rules.

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2026 World Cup: Fifa boss Gianni Infantino says bid process is 'fair, objective and transparent'

Fifa boss Gianni Infantino challenges "anyone" to find a fairer or more transparent bid process than the one for the 2026 World Cup.

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Women's FA Cup: BBC to show Everton v Arsenal and Chelsea v Man City semi-finals

The BBC will broadcast both of this season's Women's FA Cup semi-finals for the first time in the competition's history.

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Women's Super League highlights: Birmingham 4-0 Liverpool

Birmingham City Ladies eased past Liverpool Ladies at Damson Park to claim their fourth win in five in the Women's Super League 1.

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West Brom chief Mark Jenkins 'shocked' by club finances

West Brom chief executive Mark Jenkins says he has been "shocked" at the state of the Premier League side's finances since returning to The Hawthorns.

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Match-fixing fears raised over Iran-Sierra Leone friendly

A friendly between Sierra Leone and World Cup qualifiers Iran last month could be the subject of a match-fixing inquiry.

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Colin Doyle: Republic of Ireland & Bradford City keeper played two games in 24 hours

Bradford City goalkeeper Colin Doyle explains how a fry-up helped him get through two games in less than 24 hours.

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Quinn in Sunderland consortium takeover talks

Sunderland owner Ellis Short is in talks with ex-chairman Niall Quinn relating to a consortium takeover, BBC Newcastle reports.

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Trademark row over Iceland football chant

Designer discovers that football fans' "Hú!" chant was trademarked in 2016.

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McCarthy's Ipswich future to be sorted next month

Ipswich Town owner Marcus Evans says the future of manager Mick McCarthy will be "clarified" before the end of April.

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From teenager to £172m star - why there's more than data to unearthing talent

Data and analytics can only go so far in unearthing football talent, coaches have to use intuition too.

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China Cup final: Wales v Uruguay

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's China Cup game between Wales and Uruguay.

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Great goals and superb saves - FA People's Cup semi-final highlights

Watch semi-final highlights of the 2018 FA People's Cup - 700 teams are whittled down to 100 in the biggest five-a-side tournament in the United Kingdom.

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New boss Robinson's Oxford beaten at Portsmouth

Portsmouth see off 10-man Oxford to boost their own play-off hopes and see Karl Robinson lose his first game in charge.

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England v Italy: Liverpool defender Joe Gomez withdraws from squad through injury

Liverpool's Joe Gomez withdraws from the England squad and returns to his club for further assessment on an ankle injury.

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FA Cup holders Man City need extra time to beat Sunderland

Holders Manchester City produce a dramatic comeback to beat Sunderland and reach the semi-finals of the Women's FA Cup.

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Arsenal put five past third-tier Charlton in FA Cup

Record 14-time winners Arsenal put five goals past third-tier side Charlton to reach the Women's FA Cup semi-finals.

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Chelsea Ladies 2-2 Reading Women - highlights

Watch highlights as league leaders Chelsea fight back from 2-0 down to earn a draw at home to Reading in the WSL.

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Chelsea hit back to draw with Reading

Leaders Chelsea fight back from 2-0 down against Reading to stay unbeaten in WSL1 but can only earn a frustrating draw.

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'The humour on the bus is tremendous' - how football fans cope with a winless season

BBC Sport Scotland speaks to a Brechin City fan about the prospect of becoming the first senior UK club to go an entire league season without a victory.

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Scotland need Leigh Griffiths for goals - Billy Dodds

Scotland manager Alex McLeish needs a fit Leigh Griffiths to boost the national side's goal threat, says former international Billy Dodds.

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Birmingham City ease past Liverpool to close gap

Birmingham City Ladies claim their fourth win in five Women's Super League One games as they ease past Liverpool Ladies.

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Chesterfield dent Notts County's promotion hopes

Chesterfield help their chances of avoiding relegation from League Two with victory over promotion-chasing Notts County.

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Trophy win with Wales would be 'a bit more special' than with club - Bale

Gareth Bale says winning the China Cup final against Uruguay, which would be his first trophy with Wales, would be "massive".

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Women's Football Show: England goalscorer Lingard takes on footballing cousin

England and Manchester United forward Jesse Lingard takes on his cousin, England and Everton defender Gabby George, to see how much they know about each other.

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It's not just Ostersunds FK - the British cast-offs chasing their football dream in Sweden

It's not just Ostersunds FK - Swedish clubs big and small are helping a stream of EFL rejects keep their footballing dreams alive.

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Policing Champions League final in Cardiff cost £5.7m

South Wales Police was given grants worth more than £3.5m to help meet the cost of the operation.

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Scotland 'expected to fail' - McLeish after defeat by Costa Rica

Supporters widely expect to be "let down" by Scotland, says new manager Alex McLeish.

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Man Utd willing to sell Pogba to fund signings - Sunday's gossip

Manchester United set to sell Paul Pogba to fund new signings, PSG in talks with Antonio Conte, Mohamed Salah to stay, plus more.

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Scunthorpe United sack Alexander after winless run

League One play-off hopefuls Scunthorpe sack manager Graham Alexander after eight games without a win.

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Payne goal takes Shrewsbury back to top of League One

Stefan Payne's goal gives 10-man Shrewsbury victory over AFC Wimbledon as they returned to the top of League One.

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Wigan win to return to automatic promotion places

Wigan win at rock-bottom Bury to move back into League One's automatic promotion places.

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Southend surprise play-off hopefuls Rotherham

Southend United end a run of three successive draws with a win against play-off chasing Rotherham at Roots Hall.

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Luton beat Barnet to hit League Two summit

Luton move back to the top of the League Two table as Danny Hylton and James Collins score in a 2-0 win over Barnet.

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Skipper Gray on target in England U21 win over Romania

Goals from Demarai Gray and Jake Clarke-Salter earn England Under-21s their fifth successive victory with a friendly win against Romania.

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FA People's Cup: Amazing goals, tricks & celebs from Saturday's semi-finals

Catch up with the best goals, tricks and celebs from Saturday's semi-finals in the FA People's Cup as over 700 teams played across 23 venues, all hoping to make it to the finals at St George's Park in April.

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Michael O'Neill predicts bright future for NI scorer Smyth

Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill hails debutant and match-winner Paul Smyth as small player with a huge heart.

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Played 29, won 0 - Brechin relegated from Scottish Championship

Brechin City are relegated from the Championship without winning a game as John Baird nets twice to move Morton up to third.

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England v Italy: Jack Wilshere will not return for Wembley friendly after injury withdrawal

Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere will not return to the England squad for Tuesday's friendly against Italy at Wembley.

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'The way we won was fabulous' - NI manager Michael O'Neill

Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill hails the instant impact of Paul Smyth after the QPR player scores the winner against South Korea.

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'I want to play in Premier League' - NI debut scorer Paul Smyth

Northern Ireland's Paul Smyth scores on his international debut and says his target is to play in the Premier League.

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Keeper Trevor Carson's NI debut at 30 after 'so many knockbacks'

Motherwell goalkeeper Trevor Carson describes his first game for Northern Ireland as a bit of a blur.

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England fans' behaviour in the Netherlands 'appalling' and a 'worrying trend', say police chiefs

Police chiefs condemn the "appalling" behaviour of a "large number" of England fans in Amsterdam, calling the trouble a "worrying trend".

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Nottingham Forest owner 'charged with drug trafficking'

Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis protests his innocence after being charged with drug trafficking in Greece.

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Football Focus: Shay Given and Rachel Brown-Finis praise Jordan Pickford

Football Focus pundits Rachel Brown-Finnis and Shay Given debate who should be England's number one after Jordan Pickford started in the Three Lions' 1-0 win over the Netherlands.

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Scotland 0-1 Costa Rica: Sluggish start as Alex McLeish seeks right blend

Some familiar issues haunt an experimental Scotland as the second Alex McLeish era starts with a home defeat by Costa Rica, writes Martin Dowden.

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'All hail the Monkey King': How Bale mania has taken over in China

As Wales prepare for the China Cup final, BBC Sport Wales finds out how Gareth Bale has become a huge hit for Chinese fans.

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Roman Torres: Panama's 'film star' footballer dreams of beating England at World Cup

How Roman Torres achieved film-star status after his goal took Panama to the World Cup - and why Harry Kane holds no fears for him.

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Scotland 0-1 Costa Rica: Alex McLeish says side won't click overnight

Head coach Alex McLeish urges patience after watching his new-look Scotland side lose 1-0 at home to Costa Rica.

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Man City, Man Utd & Real Madrid want Neymar - gossip

Man Utd and Man City interested in Neymar and Jerome Boateng, Real Madrid to target Marcus Rashford, Premier League plan to use VAR by 2019-20, plus more gossip.

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'Lingard could be Southgate's World Cup wildcard'

Chief football writer Phil McNulty analyses the biggest takeaways from England's win in the Netherlands where Jesse Lingard highlighted his versatility.

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Watch the forgotten story of Walter Tull - footballer and war hero

BBC Sport remembers Walter Tull, the Tottenham and Northampton footballer who made the ultimate sacrifice during World War One.

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Netherlands 0-1 England: Gareth Southgate praises team's composure

England manager Gareth Southgate praises his team after their 1-0 win over the Netherlands, and says Jack Butland will start against Italy.

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More than 100 England fans arrested over two days in Amsterdam

More than 100 England fans are arrested by police over two days in the build-up to the national team's match against the Netherlands.

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Netherlands 0-1 England: How Gareth Southgate's players rated in Amsterdam

BBC Sport chief football writer Phil McNulty assesses the performances of England's players in their 1-0 victory over the Netherlands.

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Ronaldo edges Salah with two late goals for Portugal against Egypt

Cristiano Ronaldo won the battle between two of Europe's in-form strikers as Portugal defeated Mohamed Salah's Egypt 2-1 in Zurich.

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Sport Relief: Jamie Vardy gets the Sir Bobby Charlton treatment

John Bishop gives Jamie Vardy a Sir Bobby Charlton-style combover, as the comedian tries to revive England's World Cup-winning glory days for Sport Relief.

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York chairman puts 75% stake up for sale

Jason McGill's decision comes after the supporters' trust voted not to hand him its 25% club holding.

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West Ham trouble apparently planned, says London's mayor

Initial investigations show recent fan trouble at West Ham was "apparently planned and co-ordinated", says Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London.

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Sport Relief - Watch Barnes cameo in World in Motion Strictly dance-off

Chris Kamara, Alex Scott and David Ginola dance to World in Motion for the Strictly Come Dancing judges, as John Barnes makes a cameo for his famous rap.

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Millwall's Smith takes time out because of depression

Millwall striker Harry Smith is receiving help for mental health and addiction issues, the Championship club says.

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Usain Bolt says he will 'try to get footage' of Borussia Dortmund trial to Jose Mourinho

Eight-time Olympic champion Usain Bolt says he will "try to get footage" of his trial at Borussia Dortmund to Man Utd boss Jose Mourinho.

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Brazil cruise past Russia despite Neymar's absence

Brazil scored three goals in 13 minutes to ease past World Cup hosts Russia in a friendly in Moscow

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O'Neill hopes Brunt will play for NI again

NI boss Michael O'Neil is trying to persuade Chris Brunt not to retire as the midfielder takes a break from international football.

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Ex-England women's boss banned for verbally abusing Uefa official while holding pole

Mark Sampson was being investigated by Uefa for brandishing a metal pole while verbally abusing an official before his sacking as England women's boss.

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Kranjcar leaves Rangers by mutual consent

Niko Kranjcar departs Rangers after the Croatia midfielder's contract is terminated by mutual consent.

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Everton's Holgate given formal FA warning for tweets

Everton defender Mason Holgate is given a formal warning by the Football Association after posting allegedly homophobic tweets in 2012.

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Northern Ireland v South Korea (Sat)

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill is set to give some of his younger squad members a chance to impress against South Korea.

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England football fans arrested in Amsterdam after violent clashes

Twenty-five fans were arrested after violent clashes with the police ahead of Holland friendly.

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How much do you know about these multi-talented sports stars?

Take our quiz to see how much you know about these other multi-talented stars of sport.

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Gareth Bale: Ian Rush and Ryan Giggs on Wales' new record scorer

The history books show that Gareth Bale is now the greatest goalscorer in Welsh football history, but is he their best ever player?

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Scotland 'players should have belief to qualify'

Scotland's senior players should have the belief to end the country's wait for a major tournament, believes Willie Miller.

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Southampton apply to join Women's Championship

Southampton join Manchester United in applying to enter a team in next season's Women's Championship.

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'One minute flying; the next minute down' - the World Cup record-breaker on the tragic end to his football dream

Femi Opabunmi, the youngest player to represent Nigeria at a World Cup, on how the end of his football dream left him considering taking his own life.

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'Dear Los Angeles, you're welcome' - Ibrahimovic move announced in LA Times advert

Zlatan Ibrahimovic's move to LA Galaxy from Manchester United is announced with a full-page advert in the LA Times.

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Football Focus: Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink tells story of Walter Tull

Northampton manager Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink travels to northern France to see where the club's former player Walter Tull fell during the the Battle of the Somme.

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Reading appoint Clement as manager

Reading appoint former Derby County and Swansea City boss Paul Clement as their new manager.

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England women reach highest ever world ranking

England women move up a place to second in the Fifa world rankings, their highest ever position.

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Call for Tull to get Military Cross 100 years after his death

Walter Tull - one of England's first black professional footballers - should be awarded a Military Cross, says Tottenham MP David Lammy

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Italy 1-1 Argentina (3-4): The night when Maradona took on Italy in Naples

Diego Maradona's Argentina progress to the 1990 World Cup final after a penalty shootout win over Italy.

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Walter Tull: The incredible story of a football pioneer and war hero

The incredible story of Walter Tull, a football pioneer and war hero who died on the battlefields of World War One.

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Griezmann wants future sorted before World Cup - gossip

Antoine Griezmann wants his future resolved, Jan Oblak unsure about Atletico stay, Juventus will not bid for Hector Bellerin.

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Lost generation of BAME coaches - Powell

Former England defender Chris Powell says football lost a generation of talent by failing to encourage more black players to become coaches.

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NI Under-21s lose eight-goal thriller to Spain

Northern Ireland's Under-21s equalise three times against Spain but fall to a 5-3 defeat in a Euro 2019 qualifying match.

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Gareth Southgate: England shouldn't 'keep pointing the finger at Russia about racism'

England manager Gareth Southgate says the country shouldn't "keep pointing the finger at Russia about racism".

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No concerns about World Cup safety - Southgate

England manager Gareth Southgate says he has "no concerns" about security and safety at this summer's World Cup in Russia.

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Man Utd 'drag themselves into 21st century' with plans for a women's team

What took Man Utd so long to start a women's team, what will cost and are they likely to succeed?

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Injured Wilshere ruled out of England friendly

Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere is out of England's match against the Netherlands on Friday after sustaining an injury in training.

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Messi can 'carry' Argentina in Russia - Sampaoli

Argentina star Lionel Messi can "carry the team on his shoulders" at this year's World Cup in Russia, says manager Jorge Sampaoli.

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China Cup: Watch Gareth Bale make history

Gareth Bale makes history at the China Cup with a hat-trick to become Wales' all-time leading goalscorer

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Champions League: PSG forced to partially close stadium by Uefa

Paris St-Germain are forced to partially close their home ground for their next European match as punishment for fan disturbances.

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Netherlands v England: Euro 96 - That one game when England were amazing at football

It was Euro '96 and England were taking on European giants, the Netherlands and the rest, as they say, is history.

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Oxford United: Karl Robinson named new head coach after Charlton departure

Oxford United name former Charlton boss Karl Robinson as their new head coach - almost two months after sacking Pep Clotet.

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When Costa Rica shocked Scotland at Italia '90

Scotland play Costa Rica on Friday at Hampden. Remember what happened when they met at Italia '90?

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Several Republic players could make debuts

Republic of Ireland boss Martin O'Neill is set to give a number of new faces a chance to shine in Friday's friendly with Turkey.

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'People with brains' understand United is a team in transition - Mourinho

Man Utd boss Jose Mourinho says people with "a brain" and "common sense" appreciate the Red Devils are in a period of transition.

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Scotland: Alex McLeish wants younger players to bring 'swagger'

Manager Alex McLeish wants to see his youthful squad play with confidence as he begins his second stint in charge of Scotland.

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Spain one of 'top favourites' for World Cup - Germany boss Low

Spain are one of the "top favourites" to win this summer's World Cup in Russia, according to Germany coach Joachim Low.

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Northern Ireland captain Steven Davis out of South Korea friendly in Belfast

Northern Ireland skipper Steven Davis will miss Saturday's friendly against South Korea because of a hamstring injury.

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Mulgrew to captain Scotland against Costa Rica

Blackburn defender Charlie Mulgrew will captain Scotland in Friday's friendly with Costa Rica at Hampden Park.

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Derby correct to call off Cardiff match - EFL

The EFL backs Derby's decision to postpone their Championship game with Cardiff on Sunday on safety grounds.

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Enquiry urged into full scale of historical racist abuse

Football chiefs are being urged to investigate the full scale of alleged historical racial abuse of players.

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China Cup: China 0-6 Wales - highlights

Watch highlights as Gareth Bale scores a hat-trick to become Wales's record goalscorer, during their convincing 6-0 win over China in the China Cup.

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic: Manchester United striker to leave Old Trafford club

Swedish striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic is to leave Manchester United imminently.

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Lionel Messi and Sergio Aguero surprise Manchester City academy players

Sergio Aguero brings Argentina team-mate Lionel Messi to Manchester City's under-7s training session, and the kids look stunned.

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Gareth Bale breaks Wales scoring record after sealing hat-trick against China

Gareth Bale breaks Ian Rush's all-time scoring record for Wales after sealing a hat-trick to put them 6-0 up against China at the Guangxi Stadium in Nanning

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Choose football manager games - The Premier League Show's ode to football manager games

Watch the Premier League Show's ode to all those who have ever played football manager games, with a little nod to the film Trainspotting.

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Bale scores hat-trick to break Rush's Wales goalscoring record

Gareth Bale has become Wales' all-time record goalscorer with 29 international goals, breaking Ian Rush's record.

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Harry Wilson curls in stunning fourth goal for Wales in China

Harry Wilson caps a great first half for Wales with a stunning fourth goal to send them into the break 4-0 up against China in the Guangxi Stadium

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Gareth Bale scores his second goal to put Wales 2-0 up

Gareth Bale equals Ian Rush's record of 28 goals for Wales, scoring a second of the night to put them 2-0 up against China at the Guangxi Stadium

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Gareth Bale puts Wales in front with a second-minute opener against China

Gareth Bale puts Wales in front with a second-minute opener against China at the Guangxi Stadium in the semi-final of the China Cup

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West Brom: Players cried after Bournemouth defeat - Jonny Evans

Some West Bromwich Albion players cried in the dressing room after Saturday's Premier League defeat at Bournemouth, says captain Jonny Evans.

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Northern Ireland's Carson eyes place on village mural - even if he has to paint himself on it

Trevor Carson will take his place on Killyleagh's mural of its Northern Ireland players if he makes his debut against South Korea.

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Sanchez asked to miss Chile matches after 'difficult' Man Utd start

Alexis Sanchez says he asked to miss Chile's game in Sweden so he could focus on improving a "rough" start to his Manchester United career.

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Manager Robinson leaves Charlton

Karl Robinson parts company with League One club Charlton Athletic after 16 months as manager at The Valley.

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West Ham give lifetime bans to pitch invaders

West Ham United give lifetime bans to five supporters who invaded the pitch during the team's 3-0 defeat by Burnley at London Stadium.

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FA People's Cup: Hackney Jurassics aiming for glory again

Hackney Jurassics tell us about their history and how they're hoping to lift the FA People's Cup again after winning their category in 2017.

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Gareth Bale: Real Madrid star welcomed 'like a God' in China - Giggs

Gareth Bale is ready to star in the China Cup after being welcomed to China like a "god", according to Wales manager Ryan Giggs.

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Graham Taylor: When England's World Cup hopes were ended by Koeman in Rotterdam

As England face Ronald Koeman's Netherlands, BBC Sport recalls a meeting that wrecked the late Graham Taylor's 1994 World Cup hopes.

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Wilshere was told he could leave Arsenal last summer

England midfielder Jack Wilshere was told by Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger he could leave the club last summer.

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Man Utd consider Varane move - gossip

Man Utd consider Varane move, Chelsea join the race to sign Alderweireld, Liverpool looking at Jorginho to replace Can, plus more.

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Man Utd apply to have professional women's team for next season

Premier League side Manchester United apply to have a professional women's team for the 2018-19 season.

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Chelsea Ladies win away in France in Champions League quarter-final

Chelsea take control of their Women's Champions League quarter-final against Montpellier with two valuable away goals.

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Ex-Crystal Palace boss Jordan robbed of £100,000 watch at gunpoint

Simon Jordan's £100,000 Franck Muller watch was taken by a masked man who "pointed a gun" in his face.

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Sport Relief 2018: Sir Geoff Hurst shows Dele Alli & Eric Dier how to properly celebrate

In a bid to help England win the World Cup 2018, John Bishop enlists the help of Sir Geoff Hurst to show current stars Dele Alli and Eric Dier how to properly celebrate.

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Sport Relief 2018: Jonny Wilkinson teaches Harry Kane how to take a 'proper' penalty

In a bid to help England win the World Cup 2018, John Bishop and 2003 England Rugby World Cup winner Jonny Wilkinson guide Harry Kane through the steps of how to take a 'proper' penalty.

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Who is the Welsh 'legend' with two Chinese super fans? Clue: It's not Bale

Chris Gunter is a Wales legend according to his Chinese super fans, who are visiting him every day at the China Cup.

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Toure pulls out of Ivory Coast squad because of family reasons

Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure pulls out of the Ivory Coast squad for their friendly matches against Togo and Moldova because of family reasons.

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West Ham in £6m legal row with London Stadium owners

West Ham are in the middle of a £6m legal row with their landlords over who should pay to make the London Stadium more supporter friendly.

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Putin 'will use World Cup like Hitler's Olympics'

Boris Johnson agrees the tournament in Russia will be a "PR exercise", as he seeks fan safety reassurances.

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Bale set to feature for Wales in China

Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's game between China PR and Wales.

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Former Liverpool and Real Madrid midfielder Alonso accused of tax fraud

The retired midfielder is the latest football player to be pursued by the Spanish tax authorities.

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Football Association announces record £127m investment after profits double

The Football Association says it invested a record amount into grassroots football as its profits more than doubled.

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Man Utd v Tottenham FA Cup semi-final live on BBC

The FA Cup semi-final between Manchester United and Tottenham will be broadcast live on BBC One on Saturday, 21 April.

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Alfie Mawson: Swansea defender admits England call-up a surprise to many

Swansea defender Alfie Mawson says many people would not have heard of him until he was given a first England call-up by Gareth Southgate.

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Craven Cottage: Fulham's Riverside Stand expansion plans approved

Fulham's plans to expand Craven Cottage to almost 30,000 are approved with work set to begin in the summer of 2019.

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Jaap Stam: Reading sack manager with club 20th in Championship

Championship club Reading sack manager Jaap Stam following a run of just one win in 19 league games.

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Norwich City's Jamal Lewis: I want to show what I can do for Northern Ireland

Norwich City prospect Jamal Lewis hopes to get the chance to make his Northern Ireland debut in Saturday's friendly against South Korea.

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Barcelona women target UEFA Women's Champions League trophy

Barcelona women look ahead to their UEFA Women's Champions League quarter-final against defending champions Lyon, with the Catalans hoping to win the cup for the first time.

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Man Utd to discuss ideas for improving Old Trafford atmosphere

Song sheets and continental-style 'cheerleaders' are among the ideas being discussed in an effort to improve the atmosphere at Manchester United's home games.

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'Not many do it - and there is a reason' - meet the Wales coach who managed in Poland's top flight

Meet the Wales fitness coach who has just experienced a whirlwind eight months as manager of a Polish top-flight team.

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Women's Champions League: Chelsea and Manchester City bid to make history

Preview of Wednesday's Women's Champions League quarter-finals involving Chelsea Ladies and Manchester City Women.

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Sir Bobby Robson Foundation celebrates 10th anniversary

Lady Robson tells the BBC about her late husband's legacy and his life after diagnosis.

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Who is in goal? 4-3-3 or 3-4-3? Pick your England World Cup team

Pick the starting XI you would like to see England go with at the World Cup and then share it with your friends.

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Harry Maguire: England player says Jamie Vardy made him 'a better defender'

Leicester City centre-back Harry Maguire says playing alongside Jamie Vardy has made him "a better defender".

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Tottenham want £44m for Alderweireld - Wednesday's gossip

Tottenham want £44m for Toby Alderweireld, Liverpool target Alisson not close to new Roma deal, plus more.

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'Copy Ferguson' - Lippi's advice to Wales boss Giggs

China boss Marcello Lippi hopes Ryan Giggs succeeds with Wales, but believes he should look to Sir Alex Ferguson instead of him as a coaching example.

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Shrewsbury miss chance to go top of League One

Shrewsbury miss the chance to go top of League One as they are held at relegation-threatened Northampton.

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'It's about saving people's lives' - how clubs are influencing communities across England

A tournament played in memory of a former player and a cancer recovery workshop were part of the EFL's Day of Action.

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Southampton defender Bertrand out of England squad through injury

Defender Ryan Bertrand withdraws from the England squad for the upcoming friendlies with Italy and the Netherlands with a back injury.

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'McLeish made a huge effort, Southgate sent a text' – McClair on Scotland prospect McTominay

Former Manchester United and Scotland player Brian McClair believes Scott McTominay can establish himself in international football.

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Lewis targets 'amazing' debut for Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland defender Jamal Lewis says a Windsor Park debut against South Korea would be a "real moment in my life".

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Shaw can be one of the best in the world, says Man Utd team-mate Young

Manchester United defender Luke Shaw can be "one of the best in the world", according to team-mate Ashley Young.

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Liam Kelly: Reading man turns down Republic to keep England option open

Reading's Liam Kelly declines a place in the Republic of Ireland squad for Friday's game against Turkey to keep his England option open.

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McLeish good enough for first choice with Scotland - Smith

Walter Smith says Alex McLeish's record as Scotland head coach is such that he should have been the main candidate for the role.

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New Wales boss Giggs to promote young talent

Ryan Giggs says he is determined to promote young talent in his new role as Wales manager.

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Wales star Bale mobbed as he arrives for China Cup

Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale is greeted by the media and autograph hunters as he arrives for the China Cup and joins the Wales squad.

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'Every man for themselves' - Pope wants England World Cup place

Burnley's Nick Pope says it is "every man for themselves" in the fight to be England's first-choice World Cup goalkeeper.

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Newcastle charged over betting logo on under-18 side's shirts

Newcastle are charged with breaching FA rules over the club's under-18 side wearing shirts bearing the logo of a betting company.

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Dodgy or dapper? Scotland's away kits down the years

Scotland have launched a new away kit, but there's been some very dodgy-looking strips worn by our international team throughout the years. Which ones can you remember?

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Jean Meneses commits blatant dive in in Chile Primera Division game.

Universidad de Concepcion forward Jean Meneses commits a blatant dive in the Chilean Primera Division to win his side a late penalty in a 2-1 victory over Colo Colo.

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'I'm hoping to help' - the midfielder intent on 'giving back' after being helped through his brother's death

Doncaster midfielder Matty Blair says dealing with the loss of his brother has inspired him to give back to his community.

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Dino Maamria: Stevenage appoint Nuneaton Town boss as manager

Former Stevenage player and assistant boss Dino Maamria is appointed as the new manager of the League Two club.

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'Amid the chaos at Blackpool, the brilliant youth team are caught in the crossfire'

Amid unrest at the club's owners, League One Blackpool are aiming to be the first third-tier side to reach the FA Youth Cup final in 30 years.

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Barca, PSG and Real want £200m Salah - Tuesday's gossip

European giants want Mohamed Salah, Luke Shaw considering complaint, Man Utd monitor Hector Bellerin, plus more.

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Doncaster ease relegation worries with win over Bradford

John Marquis scores two late goals as Doncaster ease their relegation concerns with victory against an out-of-form Bradford.

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Kris Boyd: Kilmarnock setting sights on top-four finish

Top scorer Kris Boyd says Kilmarnock are targeting fourth place in the Scottish Premiership now they are assured of a top-half finish.

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'He was regarded as a genius - now rattled Mourinho looks outdated'

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho is "looking outdated" and his personality has changed, says ex-Chelsea striker Chris Sutton.

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FA Cup Stories: How Wigan fans watched quarter-final with Southampton

BBC Sport follows Wigan fans as they look for another famous FA Cup giant-killing in their quarter-final against Southampton.

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Paul Pogba: Manchester United midfielder 'can't be happy', says France coach Didier Deschamps

France coach Didier Deschamps says Paul Pogba "can't be happy" finding himself out of favour at Manchester United.

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Derby v Cardiff: EFL request 'observations' from clubs after postponement

The EFL says it will look into the postponement of Derby County's Championship match against Cardiff City on Sunday.

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Ex-Man Utd midfielder Morrison to discuss Jamaica option

Former Manchester United midfielder Ravel Morrison is due to meet with Jamaica officials later this month about a switch of national allegiance.

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Brentford aim to leave Griffin Park at end of 2019

Brentford are aiming to move into their new stadium at Lionel Road in December 2019, says chairman Cliff Crown.

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Fiorentina rename training ground after former captain Astori

Fiorentina will rename their training ground after former captain Davide Astori, who suddenly passed away aged 31 earlier this month.

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Ex-Villa boss Gregory wins Indian Super League

Former Aston Villa boss John Gregory wins the Indian Super League with Chennaiyin FC.

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Watch: some nifty footwork in the Pittodrie crowd saves a fan's snack and drink

A fan's quick reactions at Pittodrie saves the snack and drink of a fellow-supporter when Kenny McLean's shot whistles over the crossbar.

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Motherwell appeal against Kipre red in draw with Celtic

Motherwell lodge an appeal against the red card shown to defender Cedric Kipre in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Celtic.

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Reading: Sacking Jaap Stam will not help avoid relegation - Joey van den Berg

Sacking Royals manager Jaap Stam will not help Reading avoid relegation from the Championship, says Joey van den Berg.

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Man Utd trigger one-year Ashley Young extension

Manchester United trigger a one-year extension clause in Ashley Young's contract which will keep him at the club until summer 2019.

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Lyon face European ban after Uefa charges

Lyon face a European ban after being charged by Uefa over crowd trouble at Thursday's Europa League defeat by CSKA Moscow, while on a suspended ban.

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Martin Allen named Barnet manager as Graham Westley is sacked

League Two's bottom club Barnet sack head coach Graham Westley and immediately re-appoint Martin Allen as manager.

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Chelsea to host Sunderland or Man City in Women's FA Cup semi-finals

Chelsea Ladies will host either Sunderland Ladies or Manchester City Women in the Women's FA Cup semi-finals.

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A harsh red card? Kipre sent off after tussle with Brown

Motherwell's Cedric Kipre is red carded for this tussle with Celtic captain Scott Brown in Sunday's 0-0 draw. (UK only)

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Highlights: Motherwell 0-0 Celtic

Despite an first half red card Motherwell hold on to secure a draw from league leaders Celtic at Fir Park. (UK only)

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Lewandowski to join Real Madrid - Monday's gossip

Real to sign Lewandowski, Burnley to double Pope's wages, Man Utd to trigger extra year for Young, plus more.

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Klopp pumps up the volume, and Salah could eclipse Drogba - the weekend's best stats

How Klopp's Liverpool are playing heavy metal football and why West Brom are so brittle - our analysis of the best stats of the Premier League weekend.

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Garth's Team of the Week - who turns all he touches to gold, and who erupted spectacularly?

Which player's touch turns everything to gold? And who erupted like Mount Vesuvius? Find out in Garth Crooks' team of the week and pick your own selection.

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Ronaldo scores 50th career hat-trick as Real hit six past Girona

Cristiano Ronaldo scores the 50th hat-trick of his career as Real Madrid beat Girona to move up to third in La Liga.

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'Last season's defeat was a pity' - Conte seeks FA Cup redemption

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says he hopes to make up for his side's FA Cup final loss last season by lifting the trophy in May.

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FA Cup: Leicester 1-2 Chelsea (aet) highlights

Chelsea substitute Pedro heads an extra-time winner to see off Leicester City and put the visitors into their second successive FA Cup semi-final under manager Antonio Conte.

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Keita on target as Bayern beaten for first time in 19 matches

Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich lose at RB Leipzig, their first defeat in 19 matches in all competitions.

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Keeper McCarey drafted into Republic of Ireland squad

Ross County goalkeeper Aaron McCarey is added to the Republic of Ireland squad for Friday's friendly against Turkey.

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Chelsea edge past Leicester in tight cup tie

Pedro heads in an extra-time winner to see off Leicester City and put Chelsea into their second successive FA Cup semi-final.

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Man Utd face Spurs, Chelsea play Southampton in FA Cup semi-finals

Manchester United will play Tottenham and Chelsea take on Southampton in the semi-finals of the FA Cup at Wembley.

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FA Cup: Pedro header gives Chelsea lead agianst Leicester

Pedro's extra-time header gives Chelsea a 2-1 lead against Leicester in their FA Cup quarter-final.

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FA Cup: Jamie Vardy equalises for Leicester against Chelsea

Jamie Vardy equalises for Leicester against Chelsea to send their FA Cup quarter-final into extra time.

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FA Cup: Morata puts Chelsea ahead against Leicester

Alvaro Morata scores his first goal of 2018 to give Chelsea a 1-0 lead at Leicester in their FA quarter-final.

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Messi scores as unbeaten Barca defeat Bilbao

Barcelona maintain their unbeaten La Liga record this season as they cruise to victory over Athletic Bilbao.

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Shaw set to leave Man Utd in summer after more Mourinho criticism

Luke Shaw looks set to leave Manchester United in the summer following more public criticism from manager Jose Mourinho.

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Motherwell survive Kipre red card to hold Celtic

Leaders Celtic are held to a draw by battling Motherwell despite the home side having Cedric Kipre sent off before half-time.

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FA Cup Highlights: Wigan 0-2 Southampton

Southampton reach the FA Cup semi-finals with victory over League One promotion contenders Wigan in Mark Hughes' first game in charge.

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Chelsea Ladies ease into Women's FA Cup semi-finals

Chelsea cruise into the semi-finals of the Women's FA Cup with a comprehensive victory at Liverpool.

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Postponement at Derby 'disgraceful', says Cardiff boss Warnock

Cardiff City manager Neil Warnock says the postponing of his side's game at Derby County is "disgraceful".

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Watch: Soares seals Southampton FA Cup win at Wigan

Cedric Soares seals victory in injury-time with Southampton's second goal against Wigan to confirm the Saints' place in the FA Cup semi-finals.

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Hughes starts with win as Southampton reach FA Cup last four

Southampton reach the FA Cup semi-finals with victory over League One promotion contenders Wigan in Mark Hughes' first game in charge.

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Batshuayi scores again for Dortmund

Michy Batshuayi's spectacular volley gives Borussia Dortmund a win over Hannover and extends Dortmund's unbeaten league run to 12 games.

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Wigan v Southampton: Gabbiadini penalty saved by Walton

Southampton are denied a 2-0 lead as Wigan keeper Christian Walton saves Manolo Gabbiadini's penalty in their FA Cup quarter-final.

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FA Cup: Southampton's Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg opens scoring at Wigan

Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg scores his first goal for Southampton to give the Premier League side the lead in their FA Cup quarter-final at Wigan.

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PSG win at Nice to make it nine in a row in Ligue 1

Paris St-Germain secure their ninth successive Ligue 1 victory as Dani Alves' late goal gives them victory at Nice.

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Sevilla suffer post-Champions League slump at Leganes

Champions League quarter-finalists Sevilla, who knocked out Manchester United on Tuesday, lose away at Leganes in La Liga.

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Darren Sarll: Stevenage sack manager after two years in charge

League Two side Stevenage sack boss Darren Sarll after two years in charge.

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Sunderland suspend Gibson after drink-driving charge

Sunderland suspend midfielder Darron Gibson after the Republic of Ireland international is charged with drink-driving.

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Derby's game against Cardiff called off because of snow

There are postponements to a number of sporting events across England on Sunday because of snow.

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Derby's game against Cardiff called off because of snow

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Championship game between Derby County and Cardiff City.

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Ex-Brazil striker Romario to run for governor in Rio

The former Brazil star and 1994 World Cup winner is running for governor in the troubled Rio state.

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Huddersfield 0-2 Crystal Palace: Win at Huddersfield vital - Hodgson

Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson says his side's 2-0 win away at relegation rivals Huddersfield was "vitally important" to the Eagles' survival chances.

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Luis Enrique holds off on Chelsea deal to see if Arsenal call - gossip

Luis Enrique is wanted by Chelsea and Arsenal, Paul Pogba's Manchester United future back in doubt, Liverpool target Julian Draxler, plus more.

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'I blame everybody': Man Utd were 'scared' to play, says Mourinho after win

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says his players were "scared to play" and questions their "personality" in the FA Cup win over Brighton.

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Manchester United 2-0 Brighton: Jose Mourinho unhappy despite win

Jose Mourinho says Manchester United "didn't play well" despite their 2-0 win over Brighton in the FA Cup quarter-final, and says Nemanja Matic was "an island of class and personality".

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FA Cup highlights: Manchester United 2-0 Brighton

Romelu Lukaku scores his 12th goal in 11 FA Cup games as an uninspired Manchester United beat Brighton to reach the semi-finals.

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Salah 'on his way' to earning Messi comparisons - Klopp

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says Mohamed Salah is "on his way" to being mentioned in the same breath as Lionel Messi after his four goals against Watford.

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Leaders Juventus held to draw at lowly SPAL

Serie A leaders Juventus are held to a surprise goalless draw at SPAL, but extend their lead at the top of the table to five points.

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FA Cup: Matic extends United's lead against Brighton

Nemanja Matic heads home late on for Manchester United to secure a 2-0 win over Brighton in their FA Cup quarter-final at Old Trafford.

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A baby boom in the Championship - 5 things you may have missed in the EFL

A boss who has got his teeth into a new job and a paternity treble are among five things you may have missed in the EFL.

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Liverpool 5-0 Watford: Jurgen Klopp delighted with 'unbelievable' goals

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is delighted with his side's 5-0 win over Watford as Mohamed Salah scored four goals to help the Reds move third in the Premier League table.

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Watch: Lukaku heads Man Utd into lead against Brighton

Romelu Lukaku heads home a Nemanja Matic cross to give Manchester United a 1-0 lead in their FA Cup quarter-final against Brighton at Old Trafford.

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Liverpool 5-0 Watford: Javi Gracia disappointed after 'tough' match

Watford head coach Javi Gracia says his side knew their Premier League match at Liverpool would be "tough" and they'll have to do "better next time" after a 5-0 defeat.

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Salah hits four as Liverpool thrash Watford

Mohamed Salah scores four goals as Liverpool move up to third in the Premier League with a thrashing of Watford at Anfield.

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2026 World Cup: Morocco promise 'compact' tournament after presenting bid book

Morocco promise a "compact" tournament if they are named the host nation for the 2026 World Cup.

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Huddersfield 0-2 Crystal Palace: Wagner confident of survival despite defeat

Huddersfield Town manager David Wagner is confident his side will be able to survive Premier League relegation despite losing 2-0 at home to fellow strugglers Crystal Palace.

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Afobe double seals Wolves win over Burton

Benik Afobe scores twice as Wolves beat struggling Burton to move six points clear at the top of the Championship.

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Bournemouth 2-1 West Brom: Alan Pardew 'heartbroken' by late defeat

West Brom boss Alan Pardew says his side's 2-1 defeat against Bournemouth is a "hurtful blow" in their fight against relegation from the Premier League.

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Stoke 1-2 Everton: Paul Lambert praises Stoke's effort despite defeat

Stoke boss Paul Lambert is disappointed with their 2-1 home defeat to Everton but praises his side's efforts with 10 men after Charlie Adam was sent off in the first half.

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West Brom let another lead slip - Saturday's best Premier League stats

The best Premier League stats as Luka Milivojevic is on the spot again and Everton claim only their second away win of the season.

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Bournemouth 2-1 West Brom: Eddie Howe praises Junior Stanislas' 'highest quality' free-kick

Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe praises Junior Stanislas's match-winning free-kick in a "huge win" for the Cherries against bottom of the Premier League West Brom.

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Stoke 1-2 Everton: We can start to prepare for next season - Sam Allardyce

Sam Allardyce says he can start to prepare for next season in the Premier League after Everton's 2-1 victory over Stoke put the Toffees on 40 points.

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What happened in the Premier League on Saturday?

On another important day at the bottom of the Premier League, Crystal Palace are the big winners as they beat Huddersfield.

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Snow storms hit Premier League grounds

Watch snowy scenes at Stoke City and Huddersfield Town as blizzards hit the Premier League.

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Bournemouth hit late winner against rock-bottom West Brom

Junior Stanislas' superb late-free kick for Bournemouth consigns bottom club West Brom to a seventh straight Premier League defeat.

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Palace out of bottom three after win at Huddersfield

Crystal Palace claim their first win in eight games to move out of the Premier League's relegation zone and drag opponents Huddersfield deep into trouble.

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Everton win deepens Stoke's relegation worries

Cenk Tosun scores twice to help Everton to their first away win since December with victory over 10-man Stoke City.

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Team bus catches fire on way to match

Non-league side Marine FC have a dramatic journey to their match against Hednesford Town as their team bus catches fire en route.

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Four Wales players withdrawn from China Cup squad

Wales lose four members of their China Cup squad with Joe Ledley, Ethan Ampadu, Tom Lawrence and Neil Taylor being withdrawn.

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FA Cup: Swansea 0-3 Tottenham highlights

Christian Eriksen scores twice as Tottenham reach the FA Cup semi-finals with a comfortable victory over Swansea at Liberty Stadium.

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Arsenal fans will be safe in Moscow - Russian official

Russian official Alexei Sorokin assures Arsenal fans they will have nothing to fear in Moscow next month.

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Bakery creates Will Grigg pie to celebrate Wigan's FA Cup success

A bakery has created a fiery Will Grigg pie ahead of Wigan's FA Cup quarter-final fixture this weekend.

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FA Cup: Second Eriksen goal puts Spurs in cruise control

Watch as Christian Eriksen scores his second goal to put Tottenham 3-0 up and in cruise control in their FA Cup quarter-final tie against Swansea.

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FA Cup: Lamela extends Tottenham's lead at Swansea

Tottenham take a 2-0 lead against Swansea in their FA Cup quarter-final courtesy of Erik Lamela's strike of the stroke of half-time.

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FA Cup: Eriksen opens scoring for Tottenham at Swansea

Christian Eriksen gives Tottenham an early lead in their FA Cup quarter-final at Swansea with a superb strike from the edge of the area.

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West Ham: Karren Brady apologises for London Stadium trouble

West Ham vice-chairman Karren Brady apologises for the scenes that marred the 3-0 defeat by Burnley.

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Real beat Chelsea and Man Utd to Lewandowski - gossip

Chelsea and Man Utd beaten to Robert Lewandowski, Bayern Munich contact Mauricio Pochettino, Karren Brady apologises, plus more.

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Monaco cut PSG's lead to 14 points

Champions Monaco cut Paris-St Germain's lead at the top of Ligue 1 to 14 points by coming from behind to beat Lille.

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Watch Mourinho's extraordinary news conference - part II

Jose Mourinho concludes a remarkable news conference with references to "idiots", "idealists" and the "dictionary of life".

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VAR: Video assistant referees will be used at 2018 World Cup in Russia

Video assistant referees will be used at this year's World Cup, after football's world governing body approves the technology.

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Balotelli 'racism complaint' booking rescinded

Mario Balotelli "should be be given added protection by referees", says anti-discriminatory body Fare.

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St Johnstone v Hibernian

Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's Scottish Premiership game between St Johnstone and Hibernian.

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Michy Batshuayi: Chelsea striker alleges further racist abuse by Atalanta fans

Michy Batshuayi says Atalanta fans have again racially abused him after Borussia Dortmund's Europa League elimination.

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Same again for Man Utd against Brighton

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

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Comedian Rhys James on Hector Bellerin's 'sass' & 'ball boy bants'

Comedian Rhys James on Bournemouth's ball boy bants, West Ham's "negative feng shui" and his undisputed tweet of the week from Hector Bellerin.

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Ayew brothers to miss Swansea's cup tie with Spurs

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's FA Cup game between Swansea City and Tottenham Hotspur.

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FA Cup Wigan v Southampton: Watch all seven of Will Grigg's FA Cup goals

Watch all seven of Will Grigg's goals for Wigan in this season's FA Cup.

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Dean Keates: Walsall appoint Wrexham boss as new manager

League One club Walsall appoint Wrexham boss and ex-Saddlers midfielder Dean Keates as their new manager.

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Celtic keen to keep Scott Bain after Dundee keeper's loan spell ends

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers indicates the club are keen to extend on-loan Dundee goalkeeper Scott Bain's stay.

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Jose Mourinho: Man Utd's impassioned 12-minute speech

Watch Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho's extraordinary speech defending his record.

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Mourinho launches 12-minute defence after Champions League exit

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho launches into a 12-minute defence of his record in after the Champions League exit to Sevilla.

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West Brom boss Pardew holds 'clear the air' talks with hierarchy

West Brom manager Alan Pardew says he has held talks with the club hierarchy about the speculation around his future.

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Marcos Rojo: Manchester United defender signs new contract until 2021

Manchester United's Argentina defender Marcos Rojo signs a new deal with the club until 2021.

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FA Cup quarter-finals: How to follow all the action on BBC Sport

How to follow the FA Cup quarter-finals, with two more live televised games, on BBC Sport across TV, radio and online.

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Alvaro Morata: Chelsea striker left out of Spain squad; Diego Costa recalled

Alvaro Morata is left out of the Spain squad but Diego Costa, who he replaced at Chelsea, is recalled for two friendlies.

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Josh Windass: Rangers midfielder wins February player of the month award

Rangers midfielder Josh Windass wins February's Scottish Premiership player of the month award.

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Jonas Lossl: Huddersfield Town to sign Mainz goalkeeper on permanent deal

Huddersfield Town agree an undisclosed fee with German side Mainz to sign goalkeeper Jonas Lossl on a permanent deal.

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Lyon condemn 'intolerable and premeditated' attacks on police by fans

Lyon strongly condemned "intolerable and premeditated attacks" on police by their own fans before Thursday's Europa League last-16 tie against CSKA Moscow.

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Arsenal face CSKA Moscow in Europa League's last eight

Arsenal will face Russian side CSKA Moscow in the Europa League quarter-finals.

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Wales assistant Stuivenberg happy to challenge Giggs

Wales assistant manager Albert Stuivenberg says he is not afraid to challenge Ryan Giggs in his role if he has a different opinion.

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Albert Stuivenberg: Ryan Giggs’ assistant vows to learn Welsh anthem

Newly appointed Wales assistant manager, Dutchman Albert Stuivenberg, has already started to learn the Welsh national anthem.

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Liverpool to play Man City in Champions League quarter-final

Manchester City to face Liverpool in an all-Premier League Champions League quarter-final.

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From being sacked in a factory to the brink of Wembley - the Paul Cook story

He lasted just 25 league games as manager of non-league Southport, but Wigan boss Paul Cook is one win from a Wembley FA Cup appearance.

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From Druid to Warrior - a youth worker gets international call-up

Alec Mudimu on swapping the Welsh Premier League with Cefn Druids for international duty with Zimbabwe.

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Man Utd v Brighton - football was very different in 1983...

BBC Sport looks back at the 1983 FA Cup final between Brighton and Manchester United, as the teams prepare to meet in this year's competition.

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Chelsea keen on Arsenal's Ramsey - Friday's gossip

Chelsea keen on Aaron Ramsey, Barcelona prepared for Andres Iniesta exit, Juventus want Anthony Martial, plus more.

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England manager Gareth Southgate's 'complex minefield' in four charts

BBC Sport looks at the stats behind England manager Gareth Southgate "complex minefield" selection dilemma.

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Europa League: Arsene Wenger wants to avoid Atletico Madrid in quarter-finals

Arsene Wenger says he would prefer to avoid a Europa League quarter-final tie with Atletico Madrid after Arsenal sealed their progress from the last 16 with victory over AC Milan.

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Alli is best young player in world - Pochettino

Tottenham midfielder Dele Alli is the best young player in the world, Spurs manager Mauricio Pochettino believes.

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Topman '96' shirt sparks Hillsborough anger

An MP and the sister of a Hillsborough victim want the red shirt withdrawn from sale.

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Dortmund knocked out by Salzburg - Europa League round-up

Borussia Dortmund are eliminated from the Europa League after a goalless draw in Austria against RB Salzburg.

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English clubs await European quarter-final draws

Liverpool and Manchester City will discover their Champions League quarter-final opponents on Friday, when the draw is made in Switzerland.

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West Ham: More police and tighter security plans announced after crowd trouble

Tighter security measures, including an increased police presence, will be put in place for West Ham's next home match.

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Brighton's Glenn Murray believes he's now playing the best football of his career

Brighton & Hove Albion striker Glenn Murray opens up about his journey from non-league football to the Premier League and how he believes he's got better with age.

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Ashley Barnes: Burnley striker extends deal at Turf Moor

Burnley striker Ashley Barnes signs a new deal at Turf Moor to stay at the Premier League club until 2021.

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Torres double sees Atletico breeze past Lokomotiv

Atletico Madrid are through to the quarter-finals of the Europa League following a comfortable 5-1 victory over Lokomotiv Moscow.

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Focus Predictions: John Bishop predicts big win for Liverpool

Comedian John Bishop takes on this week's Football Focus predictions and shows his loyalty to Liverpool by predicating a big win for Jurgen Klopp's side.

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World Cup 2018: England goalkeeper Jack Butland 'up for the battle'

Stoke goalkeeper Jack Butland tells Football Focus he is "up for the battle" to be England's number one at the World Cup.

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Pep Guardiola: Man City manager was fined for 'act of defiance' over yellow ribbon

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola was fined £20,000 because he repeatedly wore a banned political symbol as an "act of defiance".

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Six Nations: Stoke's Jack Butland on England v Ireland

Stoke City keeper Jack Butland talks about his love of rugby, Ireland's chances of claiming the Grand Slam and playing rugby against Billy Vunipola at school.

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Harry Kane: Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino confident striker will return this season

Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino says he is confident Harry Kane will play again before the end of the Premier League season.

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Neil Lennon: Three-match touchline ban for Hibs manager

Hibernian manager Neil Lennon must serve a three-game touchline ban after his recent dismissal at Kilmarnock.

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German Thy misses match to donate stem cells

VVV-Venlo striker Lennart Thy will miss Saturday's Eredivisie clash with PSV Eindhoven to donate stem cells to a leukaemia patient.

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England call-ups for uncapped quartet as Jack Wilshere earns recall

England manager Gareth Southgate has named four new call-ups in his 23-man squad to face the Netherlands and Italy.

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Jurgen Klopp: I don't want to be Liverpool's manager at 70

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says the pressures of top-flight football means he can't see himself being Liverpool manager in 20 years' time.

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Besiktas charged by Uefa after cat wanders onto pitch during Bayern Munich game

Besiktas have been charged after a cat wanders onto the pitch during the Champions League last-16 defeat by Bayern Munich.

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Ramsey misses out on Giggs' first Wales squad

Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey is the big name absentee from Ryan Giggs' Wales squad for the China Cup as David Edwards retires.

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Champions League: Chelsea fans clash with security staff at Nou Camp

Chelsea have been "made aware of incidents" outside Barcelona's Nou Camp before Wednesday's game in which "a number of fans were hurt".

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Iniesta to decide on future by end of April

Barcelona captain Andres Iniesta will make a decision on his future at the end of April after receiving an offer from China.

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Maya Le Tissier: Guernsey girl, 15, may make history in boys' under-16 Muratti

England youth footballer Maya Le Tissier could be the first female to play in a male under-16 match between Guernsey and Jersey.

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Champions League: Chelsea fans 'hurt' at Nou Camp before Barcelona game

Chelsea are "made aware" of incidents outside Barcelona's Nou Camp stadium before Wednesday's game in which "a number of fans were hurt".

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Ashley Williams: Defender to continue as Wales captain under Giggs

Everton defender Ashley Williams will continue as Wales captain under new manager Ryan Giggs.

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Video assistant referees (VAR): The story so far

Match of the Day pundits debate whether the VAR system should be included at the World Cup this summer.

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Juventus beat Atalanta to go four points clear at top

Juventus move four points clear of Napoli at the top of Serie A with a routine win over Atalanta in Turin.

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Barcelona v Chelsea: 'Joyous' Lionel Messi joins the Champions League 100 club

Lionel Messi reached another milestone in victory over Chelsea, becoming only the second man to score 100 Champions League goals - but he brings Barca so much more.

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Mourinho set to clash with Man Utd chiefs over budget - Thursday's gossip

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho in clash over transfer budget as club target Willian, Chelsea want Kwadwo Asamoah, plus more.

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PSG four wins away from French title after win over Angers

Kylian Mbappe scores twice as Paris Saint-Germain go 17 points clear in Ligue 1 with victory over Angers.

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Chelsea settle Stamford Bridge redevelopment dispute

Chelsea can start work on a new £1bn stadium at Stamford Bridge after settling a dispute with a neighbour who objected to the construction.

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Mark Hughes: Southampton appoint former Stoke manager

Southampton appoint former Stoke boss Mark Hughes as their new manager.

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Chelsea have no regrets over European exit - Conte

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte insists his side "have no regrets" after exiting the Champions League with defeat by Barcelona.

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Bayern thump Besiktas to reach Champions League last eight

Bayern Munich thump Besiktas to reach the Champions League quarter-finals for the seventh successive year.

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Analysis: 'The lowest point under Wenger - but he has held firm'

Whatever Arsenal fans think of Arsene Wenger, they must get behind the team on Thursday and help them stay on track to win the Europa League, says ex-Gunners defender Martin Keown.

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Chelsea and Man City reach Youth League semi-finals

Manchester City and Chelsea reach the semi-finals of the Uefa Youth League.

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'Nothing has changed, I want him to stay' - Wenger on Wilshere

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger reiterates he wants to keep Jack Wilshere, who is yet to commit his future to the club.

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Europa League a massive opportunity - Ramsey

Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's Europa League game between Arsenal and AC Milan.

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How Oprah became an unlikely Swansea City fan

She has a Twitter following of 42 million and is estimated to be worth almost $3 billion, but did you know Oprah Winfrey is also a Swansea City supporter?

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Ministers and Royal family to boycott World Cup in Russia

UK government ministers and members of the Royal Family will not attend the World Cup after a Russian-made nerve agent was used on an ex-spy.

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Kane ruled out until April with ligament damage

Tottenham and England striker Harry Kane suffered damaged ankle ligaments in Saturday's win over Bournemouth and will be out until next month.

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Kick It Out 'very worried' by rise in hate crime

The "massive increase" in hate crime in football is "very worrying", Kick It Out's chief executive Roisin Wood tells BBC Sport.

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Ministers and Royal Family to boycott World Cup in Russia

They have one week to leave Britain after Russia failed to explain the use of a nerve agent against an ex-spy.

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West Ham want life bans for London Stadium pitch invaders

West Ham seek life bans from the courts for fans involved in the pitch invasions during Saturday's defeat to Burnley.

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I will see season out despite 'difficult atmosphere' - McCarthy

Ipswich Town manager Mick McCarthy insists he will not leave the club with nine games remaining this season.

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Spurs apologise for 'wholly unacceptable' question on survey to US fans

Tottenham apologise for a "wholly unacceptable" question on a survey to US fans that asked if "a woman's place is in the home?".

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Steffi Jones: Germany sack women's head coach after SheBelieves Cup disappointment

Germany sack women's national team head coach Steffi Jones and appoint former international striker Horst Hrubesch as interim coach.

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Jamie Carragher suspended by Sky until end of season

Jamie Carragher is suspended by Sky until the end of the football season.

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Aberdeen's Woodman saves three shootout penalties

Aberdeen goalkeeper Freddie Woodman stops three Kilmarnock penalties in a shootout after the Scottish Cup quarter-final replay at Rugby Park ends all square.

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Are Southampton trying to 'do a Sunderland'?

When is the right time to change a manager? Have Southampton left it too late to part ways with Mauricio Pellegrino?

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Jose Mourinho: Champions League exit 'nothing new' for Man Utd

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says their Champions League exit is nothing new following a 2-1 home defeat by Sevilla in the last-16 of the competition.

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Arsenal Women and Man City Women battle for first silverware of season

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Continental Tyres Cup final between Arsenal Women and Manchester City Women.

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Leisurely, lethargic & deservedly beaten - how Man Utd went out with a whimper

Jose Mourinho is rightly getting a lot of stick from fans for the way Manchester United went out of the Champions League, says BBC Radio 5 live's Ally McCoist.

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Aberdeen through to semis after shootout drama - watch the best of the action

Aberdeen beat Kilmarnock in a penalty shootout after their Scottish Cup quarter-final replay is tied 1-1 at the end of extra time (UK only).

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Aberdeen beat Kilmarnock on penalties: McInnes declares 'big result'

Derek McInnes said Aberdeen got the "big result" they had been looking for in the Scottish Cup penalty shootout win over Kilmarnock.

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Euro exit 'nothing new for Man Utd' - Mourinho

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho said being knocked out of the Champions League at home in the last 16 was "nothing new for the club".

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Liverpool line up Leipzig star - Wednesday's gossip

Manchester City cool interest in Fred but Manchester United still keen, Southampton to appoint Mark Hughes on Wednesday, plus more.

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Dons through to semis after shootout drama

Aberdeen beat Kilmarnock on penalties to set up a Scottish Cup semi-final against Motherwell.

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Mark Hughes: Southampton in talks with former Stoke manager

Former Stoke boss Mark Hughes is in talks with Southampton over becoming the Premier League club's next manager.

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'In the name of fair play and equity': A history of World Cup boycotts

With some English media urging that the national team be withdrawn from Russia 2018, BBC Sport takes a look at other World Cup boycotts in history.

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Dzeko strike sends Roma through on away goals

Edin Dzeko scores the only goal of the game as Roma beat Shakhtar Donetsk on away goals to progress to the Champions League quarter-finals.

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'Grown men have sat on me on the train' - Flintoff & Savage on perils of public confrontation

Petrified on public transport, on alert in the bar - how do celebrity sport stars deal with being in the public eye?

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Cardiff keep pace with leaders Wolves after win at Brentford

Cardiff City extend their lead over third-place Aston Villa to seven points with a 3-1 away win at Brentford on Tuesday night.

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Third-placed Villa suffer shock QPR defeat

QPR upset Aston Villa's upset automatic promotion hopes as they ease to only their third Championship away win of the season.

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Championship leaders Wolves thrash Reading

Matt Doherty scores twice as Championship leaders Wolves strengthen their promotion push with victory over Reading.

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Chelsea must 'suffer' at Barca, warns Conte

Chelsea will "have to suffer" in the second leg of their Champions League last-16 tie against Barcelona on Wednesday, says Blues manager Antonio Conte.

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Pellegrino: 'Many reasons' for Saints' struggles

Sacked Southampton boss Mauricio Pellegrino says there are "many reasons" for the club's recent struggles.

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MP claims Mourinho is taking 'blood money' by working for RT

Jose Mourinho will be taking "blood money" by working as a pundit for RT during the World Cup, claims MP Chris Bryant.

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Neil Doncaster: SPFL chief joins SFA board as Ian Maxwell steps down

Scottish Professional Football League chief executive Neil Doncaster joins the board of the Scottish FA as Ian Maxwell steps down.

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Jamie Carragher: Police speak to driver who filmed spitting incident

Greater Manchester Police say they have spoken to the father who filmed Jamie Carragher spitting at his car while driving.

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Gary Fraser: Morton sign Partick Thistle midfielder on emergency loan

Greenock Morton sign Partick Thistle midfielder Gary Fraser on an emergency loan and he could make his debut against Dunfermline Athletic.

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Russian spy: No change to FA's England World Cup plans

The Football Association makes no change to plans for England's presence at this year's World Cup in Russia despite calls to consider a boycott.

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Phil Neville has given England women new belief, says Siobhan Chamberlain

Siobhan Chamberlain says the England women's football team are seeing improvements under new manager Phil Neville thanks to his "winning mentality".

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Old men, voyeurs, divers and cows: Who is Jose Mourinho talking about?

Jose Mourinho has had plenty of run-ins with players and managers alike, but how well can you remember what he said about whom?

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Kane? Messi? Man City's entire midfield? Who makes your Champions League team of the last 16?

Whether it's an all-Liverpool front three, or Messi, Ronaldo and Kane, pick your XI from the Champions League round of 16.

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PAOK president 'sorry' for gun incident that led to Greek league suspension

The president of Greek club PAOK Salonika apologises after he invaded the pitch with a gun during his side's match on Sunday.

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Silva among Southampton candidates - Tuesday's gossip

Marco Silva among Southampton candidates, Chelsea want Gianluigi Donnarumma, Newcastle want to keep Kenedy, plus more.

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Saints should appoint Hughes to replace Pellegrino - Savage

Southampton should appoint Mark Hughes as their new manager until the end of the season, says Robbie Savage.

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Stoke 0-2 Manchester City: Paul Lambert 'delighted' by Potters' spirit despite defeat

Stoke manager Paul Lambert is "delighted" that his side "never capitulated" in their 2-0 Premier League home defeat by Manchester City.

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Stoke 0-2 Manchester City: Paul Lambert 'delighted' by Potters' spirit despite defeat

Stoke manager Paul Lambert is "delighted" that his side "never capitulated" in their 2-0 Premier League home defeat by Manchester City.

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Stoke 0-2 Manchester City: Pep Guardiola 'so happy' with performance

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is "so happy" after his side's 2-0 win away at Stoke restores their 16-point lead at the top of the Premier League.

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