Manchester City 4-0 Brighton: Potter hails Seagulls 'courage' despite loss

Brighton & Hove Albion manager Graham Potter insists he is proud of the "courage, bravery and effort" shown by his players despite a 4-0 loss to Manchester City.

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Manchester City 4-0 Brighton: Aguero is an incredible talent - Guardiola

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola praises Sergio Aguero's "talent" and "commitment" after the striker scored twice in a 4-0 win over Brighton.

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What happened in the Premier League? Man City, Leicester, West Ham and Crystal Palace win

Manchester City power past Brighton, while Leicester, West Ham and Crystal Palace also win Premier League matches.

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Bury fans flock to Gigg Lane in their hundreds on first Saturday after EFL expulsion

Hundreds of Bury fans turn up at Gigg Lane on the first Saturday since their expulsion from the English Football League.

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Leeds United 0-1 Swansea City

Swansea City replace Leeds United at the top of the Championship with Wayne Routledge's late goal securing victory at Elland Road.

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Chelsea 2-2 Sheffield United: Point for Blades after late Zouma own goal

Sheffield United battle back from two goals down to snatch a deserved point after Kurt Zouma's late own-goal at Stamford Bridge.

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Manchester City 4-0 Brighton & Hove Albion

Manchester City ease to victory over Brighton as Sergio Aguero hits two goals to continue his record of scoring in all four of his team's Premier League games this season.

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Leicester 3-1 Bournemouth: Jamie Vardy magic helps see off Cherries

Jamie Vardy scores twice - including one sublime goal - as Leicester beat Bournemouth 3-1 to move to third in the Premier league table.

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West Ham United 2-0 Norwich City: Sebastian Haller scores third Hammers goal in routine win

Sebastien Haller scores his third goal in two games for West Ham as they beat Norwich City at London Stadium.

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Crystal Palace 1-0 Aston Villa: Jordan Ayew strikes as Trezeguet sees red

Crystal Palace secure back-to-back Premier League wins with victory over 10-man Aston Villa.

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Newcastle United 1-1 Watford: Will Hughes scores as Hornets take a point

Will Hughes' early goal helps Watford claim their first Premier League point of the season with a battling draw at Newcastle at St. James' Park.

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Aymeric Laporte: Manchester City defender carried off on stretcher in Brighton game

Manchester City defender Aymeric Laporte leaves the field on a stretcher after suffering an injury in his side's Premier League game against Brighton.

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Southampton 1-1 Man Utd: Hasenhuttl praises 'unbelievable performance' after draw

Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhüttl praises his side's "mental strength and willingness" after their 1-1 draw with Man United at St Mary's.

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Southampton 1-1 Manchester United: Solskjaer bemoans Man Utd's poor finishing

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes his side "lacked that finishing edge" in their 1-1 draw at Southampton.

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Southampton 1-1 Man Utd: Jannik Vestergaard header earns 10-man Saints a point

Jannik Vestergaard scores his first goal in English football to earn 10-man Southampton a draw against Manchester United at St Mary's.

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England's Jade Moore out of squad to face Norway with thigh injury

Reading midfielder Jade Moore withdraws from the England squad to face Norway on Tuesday with a thigh injury.

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Gary Holt: Hospitalised Livingston manager misses match

Livingston manager Gary Holt will miss Saturday's Scottish Premiership visit of St Mirren after being admitted to hospital.

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Christian Eriksen: Tottenham should not sell midfielder, says Jermaine Jenas

Ex-Spurs midfielder Jermaine Jenas says Tottenham risk losing a top-four place if they sell Christian Eriksen and Jan Vertonghen.

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Wilfried Zaha: Crystal Palace winger 'deserves' to play for a top club - Steve Parish

Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish says Ivory Coast winger Wilfried Zaha "deserves" to play for a "top club".

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Giannelli Imbula: Stoke City's record signing joins Lecce in Serie A on loan

Stoke City's record signing Giannelli Imbula joins Serie A side Lecce on a season-long loan.

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Nacho Monreal: Arsenal defender joins Real Sociedad

Arsenal defender Nacho Monreal joins La Liga side Real Sociedad on a two-year deal.

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Neymar: PSG sporting director Leonardo says 'no agreement' over Brazil forward's transfer

Paris St-Germain sporting director Leonardo says "there is no agreement" with Barcelona over the transfer of Brazil forward Neymar.

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Kim Little: Scotland midfielder nets five goals in 68 minutes

Kim Little took 37 Scotland appearances to score her first five international goals. Against Cyprus, she scored that amount in just 68 minutes.

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Mohamed Elyounoussi: Celtic set to sign Southampton's Norway winger

Celtic are poised to sign Norwegian international winger Mohamed Elyounoussi from Southampton on a season-long loan deal.

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Giorgio Chiellini: Juventus captain needs surgery after ACL injury

Juventus captain Giorgio Chiellini will need surgery after damaging his anterior cruciate ligament in training.

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Adrian: Liverpool goalkeeper on his unexpected move to Anfield

Liverpool goalkeeper Adrian tells Football Focus about the "crazy" transfer market which saw him sign for the Reds in a matter of days, making his debut and winning the Super Cup.

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Women's Euro 2021 qualifier: Watch Harding's 'fantastic' hat-trick goal as Wales beat Faroe Islands

Watch Natasha Harding's "fantastic" hat-trick goal to help Wales beat Faroe Islands 6-0 in their European Championship 2021 qualifier.

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Manuel Lanzini: West Ham midfielder signs new deal until 2023

West Ham midfielder Manuel Lanzini signs a new long-term contract with the Premier League club.

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Kevin Mirallas leaves Everton to join Royal Antwerp

Belgium winger Kevin Mirallas has joined Royal Antwerp in his home country after seven years at Everton.

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FA Cup: BBC to show Thatcham Town v Salisbury in first qualifying round

The BBC will broadcast Thatcham Town against Salisbury in the FA Cup first qualifying round on 7 September.

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Mauricio Pochettino: Tottenham manager dispels quit rumours ahead of North London derby

Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino says he won't be leaving the club after the North London derby

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Ryotaro Meshino: Hearts sign Manchester City midfielder on loan

Hearts complete the season-long loan signing of Japanese midfielder Ryotaro Meshino from Manchester City.

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Norwich fan Stephen Fry backs Spurs for north London derby

Norwich fan and ambassador Stephen Fry challenges Lawro in this week's Football Focus Predictions, backing the Canaries to beat West Ham and Tottenham to beat rivals Arsenal.

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Uefa agrees price cap on away tickets in Champions League and Europa League

Uefa agrees a compromise with Europe's top clubs to cap ticket prices for away fans in the Champions League and Europa League this season.

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Bury expelled from EFL: Shakers threaten league with legal action

Bury are "actively considering" legal action against the English Football League following the club's expulsion on Tuesday.

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Women's Euro 2021 qualifier highlights: Faroe Islands 0-6 Wales

Watch highlights as Wales begin their 2021 Women's European Championship qualifying campaign in style with a 6-0 win in the Faroe Islands.

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Mauricio Pochettino dismisses rumours of him leaving Tottenham as 'stupid'

Mauricio Pochettino dismisses speculation that he will leave Tottenham after Sunday's north London derby with Arsenal as "stupid".

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Europa League draw: Man Utd face trip to Kazakhstan in group stage

Manchester United face Partizan Belgrade, AJ Alkmaar and a trip to Kazakhstan to play Astana in the Europa League group stage.

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Scotland v Cyprus: The key questions for Shelley Kerr & her team after World Cup

What can Scotland Women take from their first World Cup - and painful exit - as qualification for the next major tournament begins?

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Rangers: Uefa orders Ibrox section closure after sectarian chanting

Rangers will have to close a section of Ibrox for their first Europa League group stage game this season after being found guilty of second Uefa charge of sectarian chanting.

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Fantasy football: Harry Kane, Liverpool defenders, Teemu Pukki, Mason Mount

When are Liverpool going to start keeping clean sheets? Will Harry Kane start scoring again? Here are our fantasy football tips.

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Dean Saunders: Ex-Liverpool striker 'could not even stand up'

Footage shows the ex-Liverpool striker tell a police officer who pulled him over he'd only had a pint.

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Newcastle's Matt Ritchie faces two months out with ankle injury

Newcastle's Matt Ritchie could be out for two months with the ankle injury he suffered in Wednesday's Carabao Cup second-round defeat by Leicester.

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Chris Smalling: Manchester United defender set for Roma loan move

Manchester United defender Chris Smalling is in Italy to finalise a loan move to Roma, says Old Trafford boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

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Arsenal v Tottenham: Pick your combined XI for north London derby

Nicolas Pepe, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang or Harry Kane? Maybe all three? Pick your combined Arsenal-Tottenham XI before Sunday's north London derby.

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'Fatty' Foulke: The legend of Sheffield United & Chelsea keeper

With Chelsea hosting Sheffield United on Saturday, BBC Sport brings you the legendary tale of a man who links the clubs.

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AIK 1-4 Celtic: Neil Lennon's men stroll into Europa League group stage

Celtic thump AIK to reach the Europa League group stage and alleviate some of the pain of another Champions League exit.

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Europa League: FK Qarabag 2-1 Linfield (4-4 on aggregate)

Linfield's brave attempt to reach the Europa League group stages ends in disappointment as they lose out to Qarabag on away goals.

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Victor Wanyama: Tottenham and Club Bruges agree deal for Kenya midfielder

Tottenham agree a deal with Belgian side Club Bruges over the transfer of Kenyan midfielder Victor Wanyama.

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Women's Euro 2021 qualifier: Wales ease to victory over Faroe Islands

Wales kick off their Euro 2021 qualifying campaign in style by thrashing the Faroe Islands 6-0 in Torshavn thanks to a hat-trick from Tash Harding.

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Belgium v England: Jodie Taylor opens the scoring for the Lionesses

Jodie Taylor's fine finish gives England a first-half lead against Belgium in their friendly in Leuven.

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Eric Cantona: Former Manchester United striker shocks Uefa awards night with bizarre speech

Eric Cantona stuns Uefa awards night with bizarre speech quoting Shakespeare and discussing science, war and crime.

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Uefa Player of the Year: Lucy Bronze the first English winner

England's Lucy Bronze is named Uefa Women's Player of the Year, beating Lyon team-mates Ada Hegerberg and Amandine Henry to the award.

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Champions League draw: Liverpool drawn with Napoli, Tottenham to meet Bayern Munich

Holders Liverpool will face Napoli, Salzburg and Genk in the Champions League group stage, while Tottenham will meet Bayern Munich.

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Manchester City: Kyle Walker's incredible Raheem Sterling impression & FaceTiming John Stones

Kyle Walker does an incredible impression of Raheem Sterling and gives Manchester City team-mate John Stones an unexpected call during their Honesty Cards on this week's Football Focus.

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Kilmarnock sign Dario Del Fabro from Juventus & admit Greg Taylor talks

Kilmarnock announce the signing of Italian centre-back Dario Del Fabro on loan from Juventus and confirmed they have held "discussions" with clubs over Greg Taylor.

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Mesut Ozil: Arsenal boss Unai Emery expects German to stay at club

Arsenal manager Unai Emery says he expects midfielder Mesut Ozil to stay at the club but admits defender Nacho Monreal could leave.

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Premier League predictions: Lawro v actor and comedian Stephen Fry

Mark Lawrenson takes on actor and comedian Stephen Fry to make predictions for the latest round of Premier League fixtures.

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Dean Saunders: Breath test refusal ex-footballer leaves jail

Dean Saunders has been bailed pending an appeal against the jail term that was imposed on Wednesday.

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Matteo Darmian: Manchester United defender poised for Old Trafford exit

Matteo Darmian may leave Manchester United in the coming days with the club likely to offload a defender before Monday European transfer deadline.

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Scotland v Cyprus: Shelley Kerr says talks will stay in-house

Scotland head coach Shelley Kerr says her conversations with the Scotland squad are confidential and will remain that way as they prepare for a new qualifying campaign.

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Jurgen Locadia: Brighton striker joins Hoffenheim on season-long loan

Brighton and Hove Albion's Jurgen Locadia completes a season-long loan move to Bundesliga side Hoffenheim.

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Aaron Wan-Bissaka & Tyrone Mings earn England call-ups for Euro 2020 qualifiers

Manchester United full-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Aston Villa centre-back Tyrone Mings are called up to the England squad for the first time.

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Bury expelled from EFL: Shakers hope £7m bid will be reconsidered

Bury hope a £7m takeover bid will be reconsidered by the English Football League, reports BBC Radio Manchester.

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Republic of Ireland: Shamrock Rovers midfielder Jack Byrne makes 25-man squad

Shamrock Rovers midfielder Jack Byrne is named in Mick McCarthy's 25-man squad for the Republic of Ireland's international double header next month.

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Jack Evans: Swansea City midfielder makes 'amazing' debut after cancer

Swansea's Jack Evans says he is ready to earn boss Steve Cooper's trust after making his first-team debut following cancer treatment.

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Strict liability 'the only way' to end sectarian chants - Steven Naismith and Kenny Miller

Strict liability is "the only way" to end sectarian singing in Scottish football, say former Rangers strikers Steven Naismith and Kenny Miller.

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Champions League draw: Liverpool, Man City, Chelsea, Spurs await fate

Champions League holders Liverpool and fellow English sides Manchester City, Chelsea and Tottenham will find out their group-stage opponents when the draw takes place in Monaco on Thursday.

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Leah Williamson and Jordan Nobbs: England and Arsenal team-mates in style battle

We put England and Arsenal team-mates Leah Williamson and Jordan Nobbs head to head in a battle of style.

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'We need to learn lessons' after Bury’s expulsion from the EFL – Debbie Jevans

The EFL needs to "learn lessons" after Bury were expelled from the English Football League, says executive chairperson Debbie Jevans.

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Rangers: Paul Gascoigne recalls debut for Ibrox club

Former England midfielder Paul Gascoigne recalls getting a rude awakening in his first game as a Rangers player.

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Bolton Wanderers: Football Ventures completes takeover to save League One club

Bolton Wanderers' survival is secured as Football Ventures (Whites) Limited completes its protracted takeover of the club.

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Bobby Duncan: Liverpool reject accusations of 'mentally bullying' youth team player

Liverpool reject accusations of 'mentally bullying' teenage forward Bobby Duncan.

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Steven Gerrard: Rangers boss is 'future England manager' - Paul Elliott

Rangers boss Steven Gerrard is a "future England manager", says former Celtic centre-back Paul Ellliott.

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Bury FC: EFL need to learn lessons, says Debbie Jevans

The English Football League must learn lessons and make changes in the wakes of Bury's expulsion, says EFL executive chair Debbie Jevans.

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Oliver Norwood: NI boss O'Neill 'tried everything' to stop midfielder quitting

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill says he did all that he could to persuade Oliver Norwood to continue his international career.

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Belgium v England: Phil Neville wants 'braver, tougher' Lionesses

England must be "braver and tougher" as they begin their quest to win a home European Championship in 2021, head coach Phil Neville says.

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Celtic sign Stoke right-back Moritz Bauer on loan

Celtic sign Austrian international right-back Moritz Bauer from Stoke City on a season-long loan.

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Bury's expulsion from EFL is disgraceful - Phil Neville

England women's manager Phil Neville says Bury's expulsion from the English Football League is 'disgraceful' and the heart of the town has been 'ripped out'.

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Bury expelled from EFL: Phil Neville says town's heart has been 'ripped out''

England women's manager Phil Neville says the heart of Bury has been "ripped out" by their expulsion from the EFL.

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Champions League & Europa League finals: Fans send Uefa plan on tickets and travel

Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Tottenham supporters issue a joint statement calling on Uefa to change how it manages European club finals.

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Fundraising Burnley fan who ran to 19 away games honoured by Uefa

A Burnley fan who raised over £55,000 for charity by running to the Clarets' 19 Premier League away games last season will receive a Uefa award.

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Dean Saunders: Ex-footballer jailed for refusing breath test

"Arrogant" Dean Saunders was told he thought his public profile entitled him to be "above the law".

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Slaven Bilic & Neil Harris: West Brom and Millwall bosses charged after red cards

West Brom manager Slaven Bilic and Millwall boss Neil Harris could face touchline bans after being sent to the stands on Saturday.

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Euro 2020 qualifiers: Lafferty and Lavery miss out on selection for NI squad

Strikers Kyle Lafferty and Shayne Lavery are not included in the 25-man Northern Ireland squad to play Luxembourg and Germany.

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Bolton Wanderers staff told plans for immediate close on hold

Staff at Bolton Wanderers are told that plans for the club's liquidation are on hold as takeover talks continue.

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Hearts: What has happened two years into Craig Levein's second stint?

BBC Scotland analyses Craig Levein's second stint in charge of Hearts - two years to the day since he was reappointed.

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Bury expelled: How Shakers went from promotion to league exit in four months

BBC Sport charts how Bury went from promotion to expulsion in the space of four months.

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Uefa Women's Player of the Year: Can Lucy bronze be first English winner?

England's Lucy Bronze finds out on Thursday whether she is Uefa Women's Player of the Year.

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Virgil Van Dijk, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo - who will be named Europe's best player?

Uefa will name its Men's Player of the Year on Thursday with Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk up against Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. BBC Sport looks at their stats.

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Bury expelled from EFL: C&N Sporting Risk say financial challenges 'insurmountable'

Bury faced "insurmountable" financial challenges, according to the firm that pulled out of a bid to take over the stricken League One club.

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic: Galaxy striker hints at Man Utd return

LA Galaxy striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic says he would be open to a return to former club Manchester United when his contract ends in November.

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Alexis Sanchez: Man Utd forward set to join Inter Milan

Manchester United forward Alexis Sanchez is close to joining Italian side Inter Milan.

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Leeds United 2-2 Stoke City: Stoke win 5-4 on pens

Jack Butland scores in the shoot-out as Stoke progress to EFL Cup round three on penalties following a 2-2 away draw.

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Carabao Cup: Crystal Palace 0-0 Colchester (Colchester win 5-4 on penalties)

Andros Townsend has his penalty saved as Crystal Palace are beaten by League Two Colchester in an EFL Cup shootout.

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Carabao Cup: Crawley Town 1-0 Norwich City

Beryly Lubala's goal proves decisive as League Two Crawley knock a weakened Norwich out of the EFL Cup.

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Carabao Cup: Crewe 1-6 Aston Villa

Premier League side Aston Villa thrash League Two Crewe 6-1 to reach the Carabao Cup third round.

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Nottingham Forest 3-0 Derby County: Clinical finishing sees Reds thrash Rams

First-half goals from wingers Albert Adomah and Joe Lolley set up Nottingham Forest to comfortably beat Derby County.

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Grimsby Town A-A Macclesfield Town

Heavy rainfall forces the abandonment of Grimsby and Macclesfield's EFL Cup second round tie at Blundell Park.

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Newport County 0-2 West Ham United

Jack Wilshere scores his first goal for West Ham to help them avoid an upset in the second round of the Carabao Cup at Newport County.

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Neymar: PSG and Barcelona officials meet in Paris to discuss deal for Brazil forward

Officials from Paris St-Germain and Barcelona meet in Paris to discuss a possible deal for Brazil forward Neymar.

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Brazil midfielder Wanderson's kiss celebration goes wrong

Brazilian midfielder Wanderson is left red-faced after running into the stands to celebrate his winning goal with his wife - only to see the goal ruled offside.

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Angharad James: Wales like Euro 2021 pressure, says midfielder

Wales midfielder Angharad James says Wales "like" the pressure of trying to reach a first major finals.

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Liverpool Women: Anfield could host a Women's Super League fixture

Anfield hosting a Women's Super League fixture this season is "on the radar", says Liverpool manager Vicky Jepson.

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Bury FC: C&N Sporting Risk 'unable to proceed' with takeover

The company who were hoping to buy Bury Football Club, C&N Sporting Risk, says it is "unable to proceed" with the takeover.

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Red Star Belgrade puts tank outside stadium

The Serbian football club has sparked a controversy by wheeling out a tank ahead of its clash in the Champions League.

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Shelley Kerr: Scotland head coach has apologised - Rachel Corsie

Scotland head coach Shelley Kerr and her backroom team have apologised after a post-World Cup meeting left some in tears, says captain Rachel Corsie.

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Aaron Ramsey withdraws from Wales squad for Euro qualifiers

Juventus midfielder Aaron Ramsey has withdrawn from the Wales squad for the Euro 2020 matches against Azerbaijan and Belarus.

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Shelley Kerr and Scotland squad clear air after Women's World Cup row

Scotland head coach Shelley Kerr has talks with her squad to clear the air following a row at the end of their World Cup campaign in June.

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Carli Lloyd: NFL team asks Women's World Cup winner to play in pre-season

Carli Lloyd's trainer James Galanis says that the US footballer has been asked by an NFL team to kick in their final pre-season game.

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Scotland returns for Snodgrass & Naismith, no Griffiths for Russia and Belgium games

Robert Snodgrass and Steven Naismith return to the Scotland squad for the home Euro 2020 qualifiers with Russia and Belgium.

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Marc Skinner: Orlando Pride manager battling to inspire World Cup stars to NWSL success

Marc Skinner left his partner and new-born child for two months to pursue a dream of coaching in the US top flight. It is proving a battle but he is determined to succeed.

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Ex-Manchester United forward Eric Cantona wins Uefa President's Award

Eric Cantona will be awarded the Uefa President's Award for his commitment to helping improve the lives of others.

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Bury & Bolton Wanderers set for English Football League deadline on Tuesday

Bury and Bolton Wanderers both face 17:00 BST deadlines on Tuesday as the two clubs attempt to finalise takeovers.

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Jordi Cruyff on Johan, Man Utd, Barcelona and managing in China

The son of a legend, struggles at Man Utd and managing in China - Jordi Cruyff discusses his life and career with Guillem Balague.

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Ian Wright: Penalty-takers should be decided before the game

Penalty-takers "need to be decided before the game", according to former Arsenal striker Ian Wright.

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Carabao Cup second round: Premier League join party, giant-killers and a bitter rivalry

BBC Sport takes a look at the standout ties taking place in this week's Carabao Cup second round.

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Scotland: Rangers' Ryan Jack to be named in squad for Russia and Belgium

Rangers midfielder Ryan Jack will be named in the Scotland squad on Tuesday for the Euro 2020 qualifiers with Russia and Belgium.

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Inter Milan 4-0 Leece: Lukaku scores on Serie A debut

Romelu Lukaku scores on his league debut for Italian side Inter Milan after his club record move from Manchester United.

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Rangers: Steve Clarke hopes Uefa sectarian singing penalty helps Rangers tackle fan behaviour

Scotland manager Steve Clarke hopes a Uefa punishment for sectarian singing from supporters will help Rangers eradicate unacceptable fan behaviour.

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Nice: British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos buys Ligue 1 club

French Ligue 1 club Nice is bought by Ineos, the chemical company founded by British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe.

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Lionesses: Striker Fran Kirby and defender Alex Greenwood out with injuries

Chelsea striker Fran Kirby and Lyon defender Alex Greenwood withdraw from the England squad with injury.

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Bolton Wanderers: Where next as financially troubled club face liquidation?

As Bolton Wanderers face the prospect of liquidation, BBC Sport takes a look at the mood at a club on the brink.

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Kylian Mbappe & Edinson Cavani: Paris St-Germain pair injured

Paris St-Germain forwards Edinson Cavani and Kylian Mbappe will be out for four and three weeks respectively.

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Junior Firpo: Barcelona apologise over Betis tweet

Barcelona have apologised for a tweet mocking Real Betis following their 5-2 win in La Liga on Sunday.

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Scottish Premiership: What did we learn from the weekend?

BBC Scotland provides you with 12 takeaways for the teams in the Scottish Premiership after week three of the season.

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Jack Stobbs marks Livingston debut with stunning volley against Ross County

Jack Stobbs nets an impressive volley on his Livingston debut in their 4-1 win against Ross County (UK only).

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Bolton's EFL future under renewed threat after takeover deal collapses

The latest takeover deal to buy Bolton has collapsed with administrators warning the "process of closing down the company" could begin as early as Wednesday.

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Tottenham 0-1 Newcastle: Steve Bruce provides perfect answer to critics - Alan Shearer

My friend Steve Bruce has been heavily criticised but his first win as Newcastle manager is an encouraging sign, says Magpies legend Alan Shearer.

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Racism in football: Garth Crooks fears 'Cantona moment' unless action taken

Football could experience another "Eric Cantona moment" if government action is not taken to stop the racial abuse, says ex-Tottenham striker Garth Crooks.

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Wolves: Can Nuno Espirito Santo's side cope with Europa League commitments?

Wolves and Burnley, who drew on Sunday, know all about the demands of a Europa League campaign, so how are Nuno Espirito Santo's side coping this season?

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Jean-Philippe Gbamin: Everton midfielder out for up to 12 weeks with thigh injury

Everton midfielder Jean-Philippe Gbamin could be out for up to 12 weeks with a thigh injury he suffered in training.

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Paris St-Germain 4-0 Toulouse: Kylian Mbappe and Edinson Cavani injured in comfortable win

Paris St-Germain lose Kylian Mbappe and Edinson Cavani to injury as the French champions comfortably beat Toulouse.

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Highlights: Ross County 1-4 Livingston

Livingston ease to a convincing Scottish Premiership win away to in-form Ross County to continue their own fine start to the season. (UK only)

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Sinisa Mihajlovic leads Bologna after six weeks of chemotherapy

Bologna manager Sinisa Mihajlovic makes an emotional return to the dugout despite being diagnosed with leukaemia just six weeks ago.

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Christian Eriksen: Mauricio Pochettino unsure if he will play for Spurs again

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino says he "doesn't know" if Christian Eriksen has played his last game for the club.

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Newcastle's Steve Bruce hopes win against Tottenham 'shuts people up'

Newcastle manager Steve Bruce hopes their 1-0 win over Tottenham will "shut people up" following criticism of his appointment as Magpies boss.

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Premier League stats: David Silva, Virgil van Dijk & late drama at Old Trafford

Late goals at Old Trafford, Lampard's youthful Chelsea click into gear and a landmark appearance for David Silva - the top Premier League stats

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Tottenham 0-1 Newcastle: Pochettino says he trusts VAR after Spurs are denied penalty

Spurs manager Mauricio Pochettino says he "trusts" VAR after the decision not to award a penalty for Jamaal Lascelles' challenge on Harry Kane was upheld by the video assistant referee.

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Wolves 1-1 Burnley: Sean Dyche says Clarets 'deserved to win'

Burnley manager Sean Dyche says his side "deserved to win" at Molineux with Raul Jimenez scoring a stoppage-time penalty to salvage a point for Wolves.

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Tottenham 0-1 Newcastle: Steve Bruce says win might 'shut a few people up'

Newcastle United manager Steve Bruce says his side did everything they could to "silence the critics" after their surprise 1-0 win at Tottenham.

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Bournemouth 1-3 Man City: Pep Guardiola says David Silva is 'one of the best'

Pep Guardiola says David Silva played "incredibly well" and is "one of the best" players he has ever worked with after Manchester City beat Bournemouth 3-1 at Vitality Stadium.

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Wolves 1-1 Burnley: Nuno Espirito Santo says 'everyone must get used to VAR'

Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo says everyone must "get used to VAR" after Raul Jimenez scored a stoppage-time penalty - following a video assistant referee check - to salvage a point for his side.

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Wolverhampton Wanderers 1-1 Burnley: Late Jimenez penalty rescues hosts

Raul Jimenez rescues a point for Wolves against Burnley with a late penalty as they maintain their unbeaten Premier League home run stretching back to January.

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Tottenham Hotspur 0-1 Newcastle United: Joelinton gives Steve Bruce first Newcastle win

Joelinton's first goal in English football gives Newcastle United a surprise win at Tottenham - and Steve Bruce his first points as their manager.

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Bournemouth 1-3 Man City: Eddie Howe takes positives from Cherries' defeat

Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe says he will take positives from his side's defeat by reigning champions Manchester City with Harry Wilson's superb 25-yard free-kick proving the highlight for Cherries fans.

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Celtic 3-1 Hearts: Bayo bags double as hosts maintain unbeaten start

Two goals from Vakoun-Issouf Bayo on his first start help Celtic maintain their perfect beginning to the Scottish Premiership with victory over Hearts.

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Bournemouth 1-3 Manchester City: Aguero double seals win for champions

Sergio Aguero scores twice as reigning champions Manchester City move up to second in the Premier League with a convincing victory at Bournemouth.

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St Mirren 0-1 Rangers: Borna Barisic scores first goal for Glasgow side in Paisley win

Borna Barisic scores his first Rangers goal to give Steven Gerrard's side a workmanlike win over a stubborn St Mirren in Paisley.

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Swansea City 3-0 Birmingham City: Swans up to second with convincing win

Swansea City's flying start to life under Steve Cooper continued as they thumped Birmingham City 3-0 at the Liberty Stadium.

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Ashley Barnes: Burnley striker reacts to his dedicated grime track & explains his new goal celebration

Ashley Barnes tells Burnley fan and Radio 1 DJ Jordan North what he thinks of the grime song dedicated to him, and explains that celebration.

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Paul Pogba: Manchester United midfielder says 'racism can only make me stronger'

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba says racist abuse "can only make me stronger and motivate me to fight for the next generation".

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Bury FC: EFL may extend Tuesday deadline if sale almost complete - Debbie Jevans

The EFL may extend Bury's deadline to avoid expulsion if a sale is almost complete but "cannot keep postponing games", says its chief executive.

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Football gossip: Zaha, Neymar, Morrison, Sanchez, Gracia

PSG want £100m Zaha to replace Neymar, Manchester United may move for £80m Morrison, Watford consider Gracia future, plus more.

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Brighton 0-2 Southampton: 'Important' first win of the season - Ralph Hasenhuttl

Southampton manager says his side's 2-0 win away at Brighton was "important" as they claimed their first points of the season.

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Liverpool v Arsenal player rater

Rate the players in Saturday's Premier league game between Liverpool and Arsenal.

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Sheffield United 1-2 Leicester City: Chris Wilder very critical of Blades' performance

Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder does not hide his frustration following his side's 2-1 defeat to Leicester City at Bramall Lane, saying his side 'did not deserve anything' from the match.

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Sheffield United 1-2 Leicester City: Rodgers praises Leicester spirit against Blades

Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers praises his side's spirit in their 2-1 over Sheffield United at Bramall Lane.

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Man Utd 1-2 Crystal Palace: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer rues poor defending

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says he was disappointed by his side's defending after Crystal Palace recorded their first victory at Old Trafford since 1989.

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Fulham 1-2 Nottingham Forest: Lewis Grabban fires Reds to victory

Lewis Grabban's double sees Nottingham Forest secure a first away win of the season with a clinical display at in-form Fulham.

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Charlton Athletic 1-0 Brentford

Charlton Athletic move up to second in the Championship after with victory over goal-shy Brentford.

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What happened in the Premier League? Win for Chelsea but Man Utd lose to Palace

Tammy Abraham scores twice in Chelsea victory, Manchester United lose to Palace, West Ham, Southampton and Leicester win.

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Stoke City 0-3 Leeds United: Championship leaders pile more pressure on Nathan Jones

Championship leaders Leeds continue their unbeaten start as the Whites inflict another defeat on bottom club Stoke City.

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Kilmarnock 0-0 Aberdeen: Hosts get first point under Alessio

Kilmarnock pick up their first point under manager Angelo Alessio after holding Aberdeen to a goalless draw in the Scottish Premiership.

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Hibernian 2-2 St Johnstone: Visitors snatch late point

Jason Kerr's last-gasp header gives St Johnstone a deserved point at Easter Road.

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Man Utd 1-2 Crystal Palace: Patrick van Aanholt scores winner

Crystal Palace stun Manchester United with an injury-time winner to record their first victory at Old Trafford since 1989.

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Sheffield United 1-2 Leicester City

Harvey Barnes comes off the bench to score a superb winner as Leicester beat Sheffield United at Bramall Lane.

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Brighton 0-2 Southampton: Moussa Djenepo and Nathan Redmond fire Saints to victory

Moussa Djenepo scores moments after coming on as a substitute to help Southampton secure their first win of the season.

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Watford 1-3 West Ham United: Sebastien Haller's second-half brace secures points

Record signing Sebastien Haller scores twice as West Ham consign Watford to a third consecutive Premier League defeat this term.

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Norwich 2-3 Chelsea: Frank Lampard delighted with young stars after getting first Chelsea win

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard is "delighted" with the performance of his young side in their 3-2 win over Norwich, and also praises Canaries striker Teemu Pukki.

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Norwich City 2-3 Chelsea: Small details cost Canaries - Daniel Farke

Norwich City head coach Daniel Farke says small details cost his side as they fell to a 3-2 defeat at home to Chelsea, despite twice coming from behind.

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Derby County 1-1 West Bromwich Albion: Slaven Bilic sent off in draw at Pride Park

A late Kenneth Zohore spot-kick rescues a point for West Brom at Derby, while Baggies boss Slaven Bilic is sent off.

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Norwich 2-3 Chelsea: Tammy Abraham scores twice as Frank Lampard gets first win as Blues boss

Tammy Abraham scores twice as Frank Lampard gets his first league win as Chelsea manager against Norwich.

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Bury FC given until 17:00 BST on Tuesday to complete sale and avoid expulsion from EFL

Bury are given until 17:00 BST on Tuesday to complete a sale and avoid being expelled from the EFL.

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Shaun Wright-Phillips announces retirement from football

Former Manchester City, Chelsea and England winger Shaun Wright-Phillips has announced his retirement from football at the age 37.

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Football gossip: Neymar, Mustafi, Van Dijk, Sanchez, Dybala, Pjanic

Real Madrid want Neymar assurances, Virgil van Dijk nears new pay deal, Tottenham want Paulo Dybala in January, plus more.

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Fashion stylists, presenters and influencers rate Arsenal's Hector Bellerin and Liverpool's Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain on who has the best style.

Fashion stylists, presenters and influencers rate Hector Bellerin and Alex Oxlade Chamberlain on who has the best style.

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'Best night of my life' - Linfield ballboy relives viral celebration

Schoolboy Jackson McClean says he was in disbelief as he sprinted on to the pitch to celebrate Shayne Lavery's Europa League wonder goal for Linfield.

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London Stadium to host West Ham v Tottenham Women's Super League game

London Stadium will host a WSL match for the first time when West Ham host Tottenham at the 60,000-seat venue.

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Fernando Torres: Watch four fine Premier League goals from ex-Liverpool and Chelsea striker

Watch four of Fernando Torres' finest Premier League goals as the Spanish striker announces his retirement from football.

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Aston Villa v Everton

Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's Premier League game between Aston Villa and Everton.

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Gareth Bale: Real Madrid forward must show he is great again, says Zinedine Zidane

Wales forward Gareth Bale will stay at Real Madrid this season but must now prove he is a "great player", says boss Zinedine Zidane.

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England women friendlies to be shown live on BBC TV

BBC TV will show live coverage of England women's friendly internationals against Belgium and Norway.

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Manchester City Women: England duo Ellen White and Karen Bardsley injured

England and Manchester City duo Karen Bardsley and Ellen White sustain injuries while training with the Women's Super League club.

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David Silva: Pep Guardiola thought Man City midfielder would 'suffer' in England

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola admits he thought midfielder David Silva would "suffer" playing in England due to a lack of height.

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Bury FC: Hope and heartbreak as expulsion deadline nears

Residents and businesses discuss what Bury's expulsion from the league would mean to the town.

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Xabi Alonso: Former Liverpool player on Arsenal and Jurgen Klopp

Former Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso gives his thoughts of their chances against Arsenal and their current manager Jurgen Klopp.

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Fernando Torres: Former Liverpool and Chelsea striker retires after final match

Spanish World Cup-winning striker Fernando Torres plays his final professional match before retirement.

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Rangers: Uefa orders Ibrox section close down after 'sectarian singing'

Rangers have been ordered by Uefa to close a section of Ibrox for Thursday's Europa League meeting with Legia Warsaw following "racist behaviour - which includes sectarian singing".

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Bury FC fans open hearts as league deadline looms

People who live in the town say the "heart and soul" is at risk of being ripped out of the area.

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Phil Neville says Bury face biggest day in their history as they bid to avoid expulsion

England women's manager Phil Neville says his family are "devastated" about what his happening at Bury.

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Bolton Wanderers: Kevin Nolan interested in managerial job at crisis club

Former Bolton midfielder Kevin Nolan is understood to be keen in returning to the troubled League One club as manager.

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Bury FC: Phil Neville says League One club's demise is 'absolutely disgraceful'

Bury Football Club's possible demise is "absolutely disgraceful" according to England Women's manager Phil Neville.

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer: Stop online spread of hate, says Man Utd manager

Social media companies have to stop the spread of hate, says Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after Paul Pogba received racist abuse online.

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Steven Gerrard: Rangers boss wants Ibrox 'rocking' for Europa League tie

Rangers need Ibrox to be "jumping and rocking" for their Europa League play-off return against Legia Warsaw, says manager Steven Gerrard.

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Celtic 2-0 AIK: Neil Lennon says players 'came up trumps again'

Celtic's players have "come up trumps again" after a difficult week, says manager Neil Lennon following their 2-0 Europa League play-off win over AIK.

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Carrie Jones: Too young to play for her club but not her country

Carrie Jones is not yet 16 years old and cannot play competitively for her new club Cardiff City, but she may be in line to make her Wales debut.

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Fantasy football tips: BBC Sport and Fantasy 606 help for gameweek three

BBC Sport and the Fantasy 606 podcast provide some hints, tips and recommendations to help you pick your fantasy team for gameweek three.

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Xabi Alonso BBC interview: On becoming a coach, Liverpool, Guardiola, Zidane and Bale

Xabi Alonso tells BBC World Service about becoming a coach, learning from Pep Guardiola and his connection with Liverpool.

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How West Ham's Mark Noble tormented Crystal Palace player James Tomkins with a drone

Mark Noble reveals who he would rescue in a zombie apocalypse, which of his team-mates has a nasty habit and tells the story of tormenting former team-mate James Tomkins with a drone.

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Bury FC nearing English Football League expulsion deadline

Bury Football Club has until 23:59 BST on Friday to avoid being expelled from the English Football League.

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Football gossip: Sanchez, Neymar, Llorente, Caballero, Lanzini

Man Utd close in on former Tottenham forward Fernando Llorente as they face £12m Alexis Sanchez bill, Real Madrid want Willy Caballero, plus more.

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Europa League: Lavery nets double as Linfield edge Qarabag in play-off first leg

Goals from Shayne Lavery and Mark Stafford give Linfield a 3-2 victory over Qarabag in the Europa League play-off first leg at Windsor Park.

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Carly Telford: England keeper criticises Women's World Cup hosts France

France was not a great host for this summer's Women's World Cup, says England goalkeeper Carly Telford.

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Europa League play-off: Linfield earn stunning 3-2 first-leg win over Qarabag

Two goals from an inspired Shayne Lavery help Linfield stun Azerbaijan champions Qarabag 3-2 in the Europa League play-off first leg.

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Fraser Forster: Celtic confirm loan deal for goalkeeper

Celtic confirm the return of goalkeeper Fraser Forster on a season-long loan deal - five years after selling him to Southampton for £10m.

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Scott Bain: Celtic goalkeeper will miss Scotland games - Neil Lennon

Neil Lennon says he "would doubt very much" that goalkeeper Scott Bain will be available for Scotland's double header with Russia and Belgium.

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Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain: Liverpool midfielder signs contract to 2023

Liverpool's Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain signs a contract extension committing him to the club until 2023.

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Premier League predictions: Lawro v rugby player Stefan Ratchford

Mark Lawrenson takes on rugby league star Stefan Ratchford to make predictions for the latest round of Premier League fixtures.

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Maurizio Sarri: Recuperating Juventus boss to miss two games

Juventus manager Maurizio Sarri will miss the next two games after being treated for pneumonia.

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Bury: English Football League could grant Shakers extra 48 hours to avoid expulsion

Bury could be given more time to avoid expulsion from the EFL after it emerged four parties are interested in a takeover.

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Vincent Kompany: Anderlecht boss gives up managerial duties on match days

Anderlecht's Vincent Kompany is to relinquish his managerial duties on match days in order to concentrate on playing.

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Liverpool v Arsenal: Which players have had biggest impact in last 15 years?

Goalscoring heroes, dramatic late winners and broken records - the players who have had the biggest impact on Liverpool v Arsenal fixtures in the last 15 years.

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Footballers who are fans: Oli McBurnie enjoys a night at QPR

BBC Sport Wales takes a look at footballers who love a sing song with the fans as Oli McBurnie attends Swansea's match at QPR.

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Troy Deeney to miss several games after minor operation on his knee

Watford captain Troy Deeney has undergone minor knee surgery and will be out of action for several weeks

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Ravel Morrison ready for Sheffield United debut - Wilder

Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder says that Ravel Morrison "is ready" to make his first Premier League appearance in five years.

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Torino v Wolves: Nuno Espirito Santo's side aiming to reach Europa League group stage

Wolves will be aiming to reach the Europa League group stage for the first time when they face Torino in the play-off round.

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AIK missing key men at Celtic Park for Europa League play-off

AIK stand in the way of Celtic and the Europa League group phase, with the Swedish champions expected to adopt a cagey approach in Glasgow.

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Legia Warsaw v Rangers: Poles pose stiff test for Steven Gerrard's side

Legia Warsaw have plodded through the qualifying rounds of the Europa League, but it would be churlish to dismiss the defensive Poles.

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Europa League: Linfield face 'mammoth task' against Qarabag

Dundalk coach Ruaidhri Higgins says Linfield face a "mammoth task" in their Europa League play-off against Azerbaijan champions Qarabag FK.

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Junior Agogo: Ex-Ghana, Nottingham Forest and Bristol Rovers striker dies aged 40

Former Ghana, Nottingham Forest and Bristol Rovers striker Junior Agogo dies at the age of 40.

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Victor Wanyama: Tottenham in talks with Club Bruges

Tottenham are in talks with Belgian side Club Bruges over the transfer of midfielder Victor Wanyama.

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Racially abused Leicestershire footballer banned for six matches

Linford Harris was found guilty of violent conduct after reacting to abuse from a spectator.

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Alexis Sanchez: Man Utd and Inter Milan yet to reach agreement

Manchester United and Inter Milan are yet to reach an agreement over a deal for forward Alexis Sanchez.

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Daniel James: Ryan Giggs urges referees to protect Wales and Man Utd winger

Wales manager Ryan Giggs defends Daniel James and urges referees to protect him after the Manchester United winger was booked for diving.

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Queens Park Rangers 1-3 Swansea City: Swansea up to second with win at QPR

Borja's penalty helps Swansea City climb to second in the Championship with an impressive win at QPR.

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Charlton Athletic 1-1 Nottingham Forest: Albert Adomah rescues point for Forest

Albert Adomah's first goal for Nottingham Forest salvages a draw against Charlton Athletic at The Valley.

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Cardiff City 2-1 Huddersfield Town: Bluebirds sub Junior Hoilett strikes late winner

Substitute Junior Hoilett's late strike claims a narrow win for Cardiff City over managerless Huddersfield Town.

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Leeds United 1-0 Brentford: Eddie Nketiah scores on home Whites debut

Leeds maintain their unbeaten start to the season as substitute Eddie Nketiah's first Championship goal beats Brentford.

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Fulham 4-0 Millwall: On-loan Ivan Cavaleiro scores twice as Cottagers thrash Lions

Ivan Cavaleiro scores twice and Aleksandar Mitrovic nets his third goal in as many games as Fulham thrash London rivals Millwall.

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Phil Parkinson: Bolton Wanderers manager resigns from League One club

Bolton Wanderers boss Phil Parkinson and assistant Steve Parkin resign from their positions with the League One club.

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Bury FC: Anger and tears at League One club before EFL decision

Bury fans look ahead to Friday, when the 134-year-old club could be expelled from the English Football League.

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Nice: British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe's takeover of French club cleared

The takeover of French Ligue 1 side Nice by British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe has been cleared by the country's competition authority.

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Quiz: Name these English footballers who played in Turkey

With former Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge set to move to Turkey, can you name eight other Englishmen who made the switch?

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Daniel Sturridge: Ex-Liverpool striker joins Turkish side Trabzonspor

Former Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge has joined Turkish top-flight side Trabzonspor on a three-year deal.

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Joey Barton & Danny Cowley question 'integrity' of League One

The EFL says the integrity of League One is "of paramount importance" after criticism from Joey Barton and Danny Cowley.

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Neil Lennon: Celtic boss looks for 'good advantage' at home to AIK

Manager Neil Lennon says he powerless to prevent the "hysteria" surrounding Celtic after their Champions League exit, insisting "we're fine".

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Paul Pogba racist abuse: Twitter to meet Man Utd and Kick It Out

Twitter to meet with Manchester United and Kick It Out following racist abuse suffered online by Paul Pogba.

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Franck Ribery: Fiorentina sign former Bayern Munich winger

France international Franck Ribery joins Serie A side Fiorentina on a free transfer after leaving Bayern Munich in the summer.

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Iranian government criticised as women stadium entry deadline looms

As Iran's football league season begins, the government is criticised for not having guaranteed the attendance of women at matches.

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Islam Slimani: Monaco sign Leicester City striker on loan

Leicester City's Algeria striker Islam Slimani joins French side Monaco on loan until the end of the season.

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Juventus: Serie A champions call for earlier kick-offs for Asian market

Italian champions Juventus want Serie A to schedule more league matches earlier in the day to help the club grow in Asia.

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Sam Cosgrove: Aberdeen say no Lazio contact after Italian report

Aberdeen have had no contact from Lazio regarding Sam Cosgrove, despite a report in Italy suggesting the Serie A club are interested in the striker.

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Bury: Sunderland's Chris Maguire on his difficult season at Gigg Lane

Sunderland attacker Chris Maguire tells BBC Scotland about not wanting to get out of bed and not being paid while at Bury.

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Jadon Sancho: Borussia Dortmund's England winger agrees new £190k-a-week contract

Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho agrees a new deal with the Bundesliga club worth about £190,000 a week, including bonuses.

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FA Cup: Lottery winner Gareth Bull hopes Sherwood Colliery can cash in

Seven years after scooping £40m in the lottery, Sherwood Colliery chairman Gareth Bull hopes his club can hit the FA Cup jackpot.

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Football gossip: Zappacosta, Rojo, Sancho, Lemina, Jovic, Duncan

Fenerbahce want Man Utd's Rojo, Roma agree Zappacosta loan deal, Sancho wages doubled at Dortmund, plus more.

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Birmingham City 2-0 Barnsley: Jutkiewicz & Gimenez give Blues victory

Goals from Lukas Jutkiewicz and Alvaro Gimenez give Birmingham City a comfortable victory over Barnsley.

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Hull City 0-1 Blackburn Rovers: Derrick Williams goal gives Rovers win

Hull City are made to pay for missing a penalty as Derrick Williams' goal sees Blackburn Rovers to victory in the Championship.

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Sheffield Wednesday 1-0 Luton Town: Harris goal sends Owls to top of the Championship

Kadeem Harris' second-half finish gave Sheffield Wednesday their thre league victory against winless Luton.

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Derby County 1-2 Bristol City: Andreas Weimann & Josh Brownill give Robins win

Bristol City continue their good early season Championship form with an impressive victory at Derby County.

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Middlesbrough 1-0 Wigan Athletic: Jonathan Woodgate guides Boro to first win of season

Jonathan Woodgate oversees his first win as manager after his Middlesbrough side overcome Wigan Athletic at the Riverside.

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St Louis to join MLS in 2022 and become league's 28th team

St Louis will join Major League Soccer in 2022 and become MLS' first club to have a female-led ownership group.

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Racist abuse: Robert Huth says fans 'don't know where to draw the line'

Former Premier League defender Robert Huth says the Premier League and FA do not do enough to stop abuse towards players from the stands.

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Kevin MacDonald leaves Aston Villa after bullying investigation

Aston Villa's head of football development Kevin MacDonald leaves the club following an investigation into allegations of bullying.

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Racist abuse: footballers should boycott social media, says Phil Neville

England women's manager Phil Neville said footballers should "boycott" social media to send a "powerful message" that abuse is not acceptable.

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Bury owner Steve Dale turns down new offer for League One club

Bury owner Steve Dale turns down a new offer for the club, believed to have been made by a former chairman.

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Andy Carroll: Magpies striker says he had to Google his Liverpool team-mates

Newcastle striker Andy Carroll reveals he had to Google who his team-mates were when he joined Liverpool in 2011.

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Leyton Orient kit man saves dog on way to Mansfield match

Leyton Orient's kit man Ada Martin saves a dog on the A12 on their way to Mansfield for Tuesday's League Two match

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VAR: It could take seven years' to get used to technology - Swarbrick

Former referee Neil Swarbrick - now in charge of implementing VAR in the Premier League - says it could take "six or seven years" to get used to the system.

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Phil Neville: England Lionesses manager working hard to find 'extra 5%'

Phil Neville remains disappointed his England side did not win the Women's World Cup but is "working hard" to improve them.

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Sierra Leone's Musa Noah Kamara retracts 'too cold' comments

Sierra Leone's Musa Noah Kamara says that the climate in Sweden was not the main reason he left Trelleborgs.

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Bury FC: MP begs football league to stop club's 'extinction'

MP James Frith pleads with football chiefs to delay Bury FC's potential expulsion from the league.

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Manchester City and tactical fouls - what do the stats say?

Manchester City are regularly accused of being tactical foulers - is it fair and are any other teams at it?

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Lionesses: Phil Neville names four debutants in squad for friendlies

Lionesses coach Phil Neville names his 24-player squad for England Women's upcoming friendlies against Belgium and Norway.

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Liam Rosenior: Derby coach on greater diversity, the 'Rooney Rule' & working with Cocu

Derby coach Liam Rosenior says greater diversity among managers will benefit players and improve English football.

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Daniel Sturridge: Ex-Liverpool striker arrives in Turkey before expected Trabzonspor move

Former Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge arrives in Turkey before proposed move to Trabzonspor.

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Paul Pogba: Man Utd midfielder subject of racist abuse online after penalty miss

After Manchester United's 1-1 draw with Wolves, Paul Pogba is the third player in a week to have racist abuse directed at him on social media.

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Arsenal: Josh Kroenke on transfer window, Unai Emery & targeting Premier League title

Arsenal director Josh Kroenke speaks to BBC Sport about the club's summer transfers, fan pressure and future ambition.

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Football gossip: Neymar, Eriksen, Varane, Vorm, Mustafi, Ibe, Bravo

Barcelona and Juventus chase PSG playmaker, Spurs midfielder outlines options, Liverpool eye ex-Tottenham goalkeeper, plus more.

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Wolves 1 -1 Man Utd: Nuno Espirito Santo pleased with second-half performance

Wolves manager Nuno Espirito Santo is proud of his side's performance after Raul Jimenez's second-half strike earns a 1-1 draw against Manchester United.

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Wolves 1-1 Man Utd: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer explains why Paul Pogba took penalty

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer explains why Paul Pogba took Manchester United's penalty, rather than Marcus Rashford, as they drew 1-1 at Wolves - with Rui Patricio saving Pogba's spot-kick.

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Alex Greenwood: Casey Stoney could not block Man Utd captain's Lyon move

Manchester United Women manager Casey Stoney says she could not stand in the way of a move to Lyon for captain Alex Greenwood.

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Wolves 1-1 Man Utd: Paul Pogba misses penalty at Molineux

Paul Pogba has a penalty saved as Manchester United are held to a draw at Wolves with Ruben Neves scoring a stunning equaliser for the hosts.

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Maurizio Sarri: Juventus coach treated for pneumonia

Juventus coach Maurizio Sarri is being treated for pneumonia.

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Alexis Sanchez: Inter to present Man Utd with loan offer for forward

Inter Milan expect to find out whether they are in with a chance of signing Man Utd's Alexis Sanchez by in the next few days.

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Daryl McMahon: Macclesfield Town appoint successor to Sol Campbell

Macclesfield Town appoint Daryl McMahon as their new head coach to succeed ex-England defender Sol Campbell.

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Mansfield Town: League Two side suspend Dion Donohue & Jacob Mellis

Mansfield Town say they have suspended midfielders Dion Donohue and Jacob Mellis for "an alleged serious breach of club discipline".

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No review of handball rule after Gabriel Jesus goal disallowed, say football's law-makers

There will be no review of the handball law following Gabriel Jesus' disallowed goal for Manchester City against Tottenham.

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Tom Boyd's comments about referee investigated by SFA compliance officer

The SFA compliance officer is to investigate comments made by former Celtic captain Tom Boyd about John Beaton during Saturday's match against Dunfermline.

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Bolton Wanderers: Doncaster Rovers match postponed over welfare concerns

Financially-stricken club Bolton Wanderers postpone Tuesday's league game against Doncaster Rovers over welfare concerns.

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Billie Simpson: Cliftonville Ladies player nominated for world goal of the year

Cliftonville Ladies player Billie Simpson joins the likes of Lionel Messi and Zlatan Ibrahimovic in being nominated for the Puskas Award.

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'Too cold' in Sweden for Sierra Leone's Musa Noah Kamara

Sierra Leone forward Musa Noah Kamara ends his contract with Trelleborgs after one week as he struggled with the cold weather in Sweden.

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Gay footballer Andy Brennan: Coming out has been amazing

Andy Brennan is currently Australia’s only male, gay professional footballer.

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Oliver Norwood: Sheffield United player ends NI career

Oliver Norwood quits international football but Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill says the Sheffield United midfielder is making a 'huge mistake'.

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Corinthians women equal world record for number of wins

Brazilian women's football team Corinthians equal the world record for the number of wins in a row.

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Chelsea 1-1 Leicester: Mason Mount the shining light under Frank Lampard

No wins in three games but Frank Lampard is moulding Chelsea to his philosophy, says Tim Cahill.

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Premier League stats: Teemu Pukki, Javier Hernandez, Lucas Moura, Frank Lampard

The free transfer who cannot stop scoring, penalty box predators, Frank Lampard's slow start and inspired substitutions - the top Premier League stats.

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Bundesliga: FC Union Berlin 0-4 RB Leipzig highlights

Watch highlights from Union Berlin's first ever Bundesliga game, as they are beaten 4-0 by RB Leipzig.

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Borussia Dortmund 5-1 FC Augsburg: Jadon Sancho scores in Bundesliga win

Watch all the goals from Borussia Dortmund's 5-1 win over FC Augsburg in Germany's Bundesliga, including a great strike from England's Jadon Sancho.

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Philippe Coutinho: Bayern Munich sign midfielder on loan from Barcelona

Bayern Munich sign Philippe Coutinho from Barcelona on a season-long loan deal which includes an option to buy.

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Scott McTominay: Manchester United midfielder meets freestyler Liv Cooke

Manchester United's Scott McTominay tells freestyler Liv Cooke why he is so close to team-mate Daniel James, and how it feels to be the cover star of an upcoming video game.

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Rennes 2-1 Paris St-Germain: Ligue 1 champions PSG suffer shock defeat

French champions Paris St-Germain fall to a surprise defeat as they throw away a goal lead and are beaten by Rennes.

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Dani Alves scores winner on Sao Paulo debut as they beat Ceara 1-0

Dani Alves scores the winner on his Sao Paulo debut as they beat Ceara 1-0 in the Brazilian Serie A.

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Sheffield United: Chris Wilder's connection with fans & 'surreal' life in Premier League

Tattoos, turnarounds and a first Premier League win in 12 years. BBC Sport looks at how new hope has replaced pessimism at Bramall Lane.

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Yakou Meite: Reading striker calls out racist abuse

Reading striker Yakou Meite has called out racist abuse sent to him on social media after Sunday's 3-0 win over Cardiff City.

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Garth Crooks' team of the week: Maddison, Pukki, Mane, De Bruyne

Which Premier League player should be in the next Harry Potter movie? Which team already looks rudderless? Find out in Garth Crooks' team of the week.

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Union Berlin 0-4 RB Leipzig: Hosts pay tribute to lost fans on Bundesliga debut

Union Berlin pays tribute to lost fans and stage silent protest during their Bundesliga debut defeat by RB Leipzig.

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Mario Balotelli: Ex-Man City striker signs for Brescia

Former Manchester City and Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli has returned to Italy to join home town club Brescia.

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Chelsea 1-1 Leicester City: Ndidi mistake my fault - Brendan Rodgers

Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers blames himself for the mistake leading to Chelsea's goal, but hails his side's "brilliant response" in fighting back for a 1-1 draw.

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Chelsea 1-1 Leicester City: Blues need to be more clinical in winning positions - Frank Lampard

Chelsea head coach Frank Lampard says his side needs to be more clinical in winning positions, after Leicester came from behind to take a point at Stamford Bridge.

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Chelsea 1-1 Leicester City: Wilfred Ndidi secures hard-earned point

Wilfred Ndidi's header denies Frank Lampard victory in his first game at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea boss as Leicester fight back to earn a point.

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Dundee 1-2 Aberdeen (AET): Sam Cosgrove's goal puts Dons into quarter-finals

Sam Cosgrove's extra-time goal edges Aberdeen into the quarter-finals of the Scottish League Cup, but only after a torrid 120 minutes against Dundee.

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Sheffield United 1-0 Crystal Palace: Chris Wilder hails 'full-blooded' Blades performance

Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder describes their performance in beating Crystal Palace 1-0 as "full-blooded and committed."

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League Cup: Holders Celtic to face Partick Thistle

Holders Celtic will host second tier Partick Thistle in the quarter-finals of the Scottish League Cup.

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East Fife 0-3 Rangers: Filip Helander nets as visitors reach last eight

Filip Helander delivers a debut goal and assist as Rangers overcome a spirited East Fife at New Bayview to reach the Scottish League Cup quarter-finals.

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Sheffield United 1-0 Crystal Palace: Roy Hodgson fears another slow start for Eagles

Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodsgon fears their lack of goals could mean another slow start to the Premier League season following a 1-0 defeat by Sheffield United.

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Sheffield United 1-0 Crystal Palace: John Lundstram earns Blades first win

Sheffield United's first Premier League home game for 12 years ends in victory after John Lundstram's goal sees off lacklustre Crystal Palace.

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Premier League handball: Is new rule spot-on or misguided?

The intricacies of the new handball rule have got people angry and frustrated - but is it working correctly under the VAR system?

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Reading 3-0 Cardiff City: George Puscas double gets Royals off mark

George Puscas scores two goals as Reading crush Cardiff City 3-0 to claim their first Championship win of the season.

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Ashley Cole: Ex-Arsenal, Chelsea and England full-back retires

Former England, Arsenal and Chelsea left-back Ashley Cole announces his playing retirement from football and hopes to pursue a coaching career.

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Hearts: Jamie Walker out 'for next few months' after fracture

Hearts attacker Jamie Walker says he will be out for "the next few months" after breaking a bone during his side's League Cup win over Motherwell.

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Honduras football rioting: Emilio Izaguirre among injured before Olimpia and Motagua match

Three people are killed and former Celtic defender Emilio Izaguirre is among those injured in violent clashes between fans in Honduras.

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Honduras football rioting: Three killed ahead of Tegucigalpa derby

Three people are killed and several hurt in fighting between fans, after a team bus is attacked.

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Bury FC: Part of our family for four generations

Losing the League One club, which is in financial crisis, would be "pure grief" for the Turner family.

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Southampton 1-2 Liverpool: Saints not clinical enough to win - Ralph Hasenhuttl

Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl blames missed chances for his side's narrow 2-1 defeat by Liverpool at St Mary's.

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Southampton 1-2 Liverpool: Jurgen Klopp praises Reds' 'mentality giants'

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says their tough mentality helped them beat Southampton having had "no time" to prepare after their Super Cup clash with Chelsea.

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Aston Villa 1-2 Bournemouth: Cherries defending pleases manager Eddie Howe

Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe praises his side's defending after two early goals secured victory against Aston Villa.

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Celtic 1-0 Dunfermline: Forrest strike edges holders into League Cup quarter-finals

James Forrest's strike in extra-time saved Celtic's blushes as they edged past Championship Dunfermline to reach the quarter-finals of the League Cup.

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Norwich 3-1 Newcastle: Toon job never going to be easy - Steve Bruce

Newcastle boss Steve Bruce says his team's performance wasn't at the required level following a 3-1 defeat by Norwich.

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Wigan Athletic 0-2 Leeds United: Patrick Bamford double downs 10-man Latics

Patrick Bamford scores twice from close range as Leeds United ease to victory in an ill-tempered affair at 10-man Wigan.

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Luton Town 1-2 West Bromwich Albion: Grady Diangana's quickfire double helps Baggies beat Hatters

Grady Diangana scores twice within six minutes of leaving the bench as West Bromwich Albion win at Luton.

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Norwich 3-1 Newcastle: Daniel Farke praises hat-trick hero Teemu Pukki

Norwich boss Daniel Farke praises Teemu Pukki after the striker scored a hat-trick against a laboured Newcastle United.

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What happened in the Premier League? Wins for Liverpool, Norwich, Bournemouth and Everton

Liverpool maintain their winning start, Teemu Pukki scores a hat-trick for Norwich, Everton see off Watford, Bournemouth hold on to beat Villa.

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Southampton 1-2 Liverpool

Sadio Mane's fine strike helps sink his former club Southampton and earns Liverpool an 11th successive top-flight victory.

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Norwich City 3-1 Newcastle United: Pukki scores hat-trick to seal win

Norwich pick up their first win back in the Premier League as Teemu Pukki scores a hat-trick against a laboured Newcastle United.

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Everton 1-0 Watford: Early Bernard goal enough for Everton

Bernard's first-half goal is enough to give Everton their first win of the season and hand Watford a fifth straight defeat.

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Brighton 1-1 West Ham: Leandro Trossard shines as Seagulls are held

Brighton summer signing Leandro Trossard scores and has a goal ruled out by VAR on his debut as they are held to a draw by West Ham.

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Aston Villa 1-2 Bournemouth: Harry Wilson scores debut goal in fiery clash

Liverpool loanee Harry Wilson scores on his Bournemouth debut as Aston Villa fail to bounce back after two early Cherries goals.

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23 years to the day after Beckham's wonder goal... this happens

Ballymena's Jonny Addis scores from his own half in the Irish Premiership match against Larne - 23 years to the day after David Beckham's famous long-range strike.

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Arsenal 2-1 Burnley: Sean Dyche impressed by Burnley's 'mentality'

Burnley manager Sean Dyche praises his side's mentality after losing 2-1 to Arsenal at the Emirates.

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AS Nancy-Le Mans game halted by referee because of homophobic chants

French second division side AS Nancy could face disciplinary action after their match against Le Mans was stopped because of homophobic chanting.

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Arsenal 2-1 Burnley: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s goal was magnificent - Unai Emery

Arsenal manager Unai Emery praises the performance of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang after the forward scored the decisive goal in their 2-1 win against Burnley.

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Celtic: Teenager Liam Morrison joins German giants Bayern Munich

Scottish teenager Liam Morrison, 16, has swapped Celtic for German Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich.

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Arsenal 2-1 Burnley: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scores winning goal for Gunners

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette score as Arsenal beat Burnley in their first home match of the season.

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Neymar left out of Paris St-Germain squad for second week running

The Brazil forward is not in the Paris St-Germain squad for the second week in a row as speculation continues about his future.

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Manchester United's Paul Pogba v Manchester City's Ben Mendy: Who has the best fashion?

Fashion influencers rate Manchester United's Paul Pogba and Manchester City's Ben Mendy on their fashion.

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Scott McTominay: Man Utd boss Ole Gunnar Solksjaer has faith in youth

Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's faith in Manchester United's younger players proves "age is just a number", says midfielder Scott McTominay.

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Football gossip: Shaqiri, Eriksen, Aurier, Pogba, Neymar, Reine-Adelaide

Xherdan Shaqiri is considering his future at Liverpool, AC Milan might consider a move for Serge Aurier, Pogba's brother says midfielder wants move, plus more.

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Bayern Munich 2-2 Hertha Berlin: Robert Lewandowski rescues points with VAR penalty

Bayern Munich make a stuttering start in their attempt to win an eighth straight Bundesliga title after being held by battling Hertha Berlin.

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Jan Siewert: Huddersfield Town sack head coach after one win in seven months

Huddersfield Town sack head coach Jan Siewert after just one win during his seven months in charge.

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Athletic Bilbao 1-0 Barcelona: Aritz Aduriz hits spectacular winner

Champions Barcelona suffer defeat on the opening day of the La Liga season after a sublime winner by Aritz Aduriz hands Athletic Bilbao victory.

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Motherwell 1-2 Hearts: Smith & Washington earn League Cup last eight spot

Hearts become the first team to reach the quarter-finals of this season's Scottish League Cup after surviving a second-half Motherwell rally.

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Huddersfield Town 1-2 Fulham: Ivan Cavaleiro gives Whites win at Terriers

A superb Ivan Cavaleiro goal gives Fulham victory at struggling Huddersfield to heap more pressure on Town boss Jan Siewert.

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Philippe Coutinho: Barcelona midfielder close to Bayern Munich loan move

Barcelona and Brazil attacking midfielder Philippe Coutinho is close to joining Bayern Munich on a season-long loan.

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Black youngsters should not 'fear' abuse at Chelsea, says Paul Canoville

Young black players joining the Chelsea academy should have "no fear" of being racially abused, says the club's first senior black player Paul Canoville.

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Gareth Bale: Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane to 'count on' Wales forward

Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane says he will now "count on" forward Gareth Bale despite previously saying the forward could leave.

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Onel Hernandez: Norwich winger suffers knee injury in fall at home

Norwich winger Onel Hernandez may need surgery on knee injury after slipping and falling at home.

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Tammy Abraham: Frank Lampard demands social media firms crack down on abuse of players

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says social media companies need to do more to stop players being targeted after racial abuse aimed at striker Tammy Abraham.

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Women's Champions League: Arsenal face Fiorentina test in last 32

English champions Arsenal face Italian Serie A runners-up Fiorentina in the last 32 of the Women's Champions League.

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Christian Eriksen: Tottenham boss Maurico Pochettino unsure over midfielder's future

Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino says he does not know whether playmaker Christian Eriksen will leave the club this summer.

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Take Us Home: What we learned from Leeds documentary

Take Us Home: Leeds United is the latest documentary series to hit a streaming service, but do we learn from it?

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Jurgen Klopp - Adrian injury 'crazy'

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has called Adrian's ankle injury "crazy". The goalkeeper was injured when a pitch invader slipped and kicked his ankle with the team celebrating their Super Cup victory over Chelsea on Wednesday.

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Liverpool goalkeeper Adrian could miss Southampton game after a pitch invader injured his ankle

Liverpool goalkeeper Adrian could miss his side's game against Southampton on Saturday - after a collision with a pitch invader.

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Alexis Sanchez: Manchester United forward will 'come good' this season - Solskjaer

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer rubbishes claims forward Alexis Sanchez has been training with reserves.

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Christian Eriksen: Tottenham should not sell midfielder for less than £50m - Jermaine Jenas analysis

Tottenham should not accept a cut-price fee for Christian Eriksen this month, even if he then leaves for nothing next summer, says Jermaine Jenas.

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Everton & Watford: Premier League's newest rivalry

BBC Sport examines how the row over manager Marco Silva prompted the English top-flight's newest rivalry.

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Ben Chilwell & James Maddison: Leicester players open up to Football Focus

Leicester players Ben Chilwell and James Maddison tell all to Football Focus, including why you probably don't want to invite Chilwell round to your house.

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Ricky van Wolfswinkel: Basel striker diagnosed with brain aneurysm after concussion scans

Basel striker Ricky van Wolfswinkel is undergoing treatment for a brain aneurysm that was only discovered after he had scans following a concussion.

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Borussia Dortmund looking to end Bayern Munich's Bundesliga dominance

Dortmund to end Bayern's dominance? David Wagner to do the business at Schalke? BBC Sport looks at the key points before the new Bundesliga season.

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Shelley Kerr: Scotland manager regrets tearful team meeting

Scotland manager Shelley Kerr admits she would "do things differently" in hindsight after players were reduced to tears at a meeting the day after they were knocked out of the World Cup.

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Jermaine Pennant: Former winger says players must "stay humble" to deter criminals

Ex-Arsenal and Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant warns footballers must be vigilant after Mesut Ozil and Sead Kolasinac were targeted by criminals.

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US women's football team talks with national federation over equal pay break down

The United States women's football team are prepared to take their discrimination lawsuit to court after mediation talks break down.

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Uefa Player of the Year: Virgil van Dijk & Lucy Bronze among nominees

The nominees for Uefa's 2018-19 Player of the Year awards include Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk and England's Lucy Bronze.

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Marcelo Bielsa says he will not reveal Leeds United team for Wigan game - then reveals it

Leeds United boss Marcelo Bielsa says he won't name his team days before a game anymore - and then reveals the team.

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Arsenal's Mesut Ozil & Sead Kolasinac return to squad after car-jacking incident

Mesut Ozil and Sead Kolasinac return to Arsenal's squad for their side's Premier League match against Burnley on Saturday.

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Stephanie Frappart: Europe's media hails history-making referee

Referee Stephanie Frappart wins widespread acclaim from Europe's media for her handling of Wednesday's Super Cup match between Liverpool and Chelsea.

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Tammy Abraham: Kick It Out condemn acist abuse towards Chelsea striker

Anti-racism charity Kick It Out condemns racist abuse aimed at Tammy Abraham after Chelsea's Super Cup defeat by Liverpool in Istanbul.

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Bury: Shakers' fixture at Rotherham called off by English Football League

Bury's game against Rotherham on Tuesday is suspended by the EFL, their fifth successive game to be called off.

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Don't panic - fantasy football tips before gameweek two

BBC Sport provides some hints, tips and recommendations to help you pick your fantasy team before gameweek two.

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Sol Campbell: Macclesfield Town manager leaves by mutual agreement

Manager Sol Campbell leaves League Two side Macclesfield Town after eight months in charge.

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Quiz: Big names at small clubs - how much do you remember?

Wilfried Bony isn't the first footballer to make an unexpected appearance at a lower level, but how much do you remember about these famous examples?

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QPR: Tony Fernandes 'proud' of under-18 team for stance against racism

Tony Fernandes says he is "proud" of QPR's under-18 team for walking off the pitch in Spain after alleged racist abuse.

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Just like Maradona? Colombian youngster's wonder goal

Watch as Anderson Diaz scores a Maradona-like goal for Colombian side Norte de Santander in an under-21 match.

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Erhun Oztumer: Bolton Wanderers midfielder's exit leaves club with five senior players

Midfielder Erhun Oztumer departs Bolton, leaving the League One club with only five senior players under contract.

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Super Cup: Frank Lampard proud of Chelsea despite defeat by Liverpool

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard says he is "proud" of his young side despite losing to Liverpool on penalties after a 2-2 draw in the Uefa Super Cup.

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Super Cup: Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp hails Adrian after Chelsea victory

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp praises goalkeeper Adrian after his penalty shootout save saw Liverpool beat Chelsea in the Uefa Super Cup.

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SC Paderborn: The 'miracle' Bundesliga return

SC Paderborn topped the Bundesliga briefly on their debut in 2014 - three relegations and two promotions later, they are back in the top flight.

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Stephanie Frappart: History-making referee praised for Super Cup performance

Stephanie Frappart's display earns widespread praise after she became the first female referee to officiate a major men's European match in the Super Cup.

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Premier League predictions: Lawro v swimmer Adam Peaty

Mark Lawrenson takes on world champion swimmer Adam Peaty to make predictions for the latest round of Premier League fixtures.

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Rangers v Midtjylland: Steven Gerrard warns side after Celtic loss

Celtic's Champions League loss to CFR Cluj should serve as a warning to Rangers, says Steven Gerrard.

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Super Cup: Victorious Liverpool keeper Adrian on 'crazy week'

Liverpool goalkeeper Adrian, who was a free agent nine days ago, says his decisive penalty shootout save in their Uefa Super Cup victory over Chelsea capped off a "crazy week".

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Football gossip: Sanchez, Neymar, Coutinho, Lindelof, Sane, Balotelli, Iwobi

Sanchez refusing to leave Man Utd, Real Madrid and PSG disagree on players to swap for Neymar, Bayern Munich could renew Sane interest, plus more.

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Liverpool beat Chelsea 5-4 on penalties to win Super Cup

Liverpool win the Super Cup for the fourth time in their history by beating Chelsea 5-4 on penalties after a 2-2 draw in Istanbul.

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Liverpool v Chelsea in Uefa Super Cup - rate the players

Rate the players in the Uefa Super Cup between Liverpool and Chelsea.

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Neymar: Paris St-Germain reject Barcelona & Real Madrid bids for Brazil forward

Barcelona and Real Madrid make unsuccessful offers for Paris St-Germain forward Neymar, according to BBC Radio 5 Live's Guillem Balague.

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Macclesfield Town: Ex-players defend winding-up petition after criticism

Ex-players defend their decision to lead a winding-up petition against Macclesfield Town, after criticism of them in a club statement.

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Europa League: Wolves' new signings could make full debuts against Pyunik

Wolves centre-back Jesus Vallejo and striker Patrick Cutrone could make their full debuts against FC Pyunik in the Europa League on Thursday.

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Renee Hector 'sank into depression' after online abuse following racism case

Former Tottenham defender Renee Hector has no regrets about reporting a first case of racism in women's football despite "sinking into depression".

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Your Premier League predictions: How your table for 2019-20 looks

Manchester City to pip Liverpool to the title again? Check out the final 2019-20 Premier League table based on your predictions.

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Chinese Super League: Marko Arnautovic hits screamer for Shanghai SIPG

Former West Ham United striker Marko Arnautovic scores his fourth goal in six league appearances for Shanghai.

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Super Cup: Mo Salah & Chelsea stars play football with amputee children

Watch Liverpool and Chelsea stars play football with amputee children ahead of their UEFA Super Cup match.

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Glenn Whelan: Hearts sign former Aston Villa player on one-year deal

Republic of Ireland midfielder Glenn Whelan joins Hearts on a one-year deal.

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Bolton Wanderers: Adjournment in Bassini case paves way to sale of League One club

The sale of crisis club Bolton appears ready to go through after a court order blocking a takeover was adjourned, reports BBC Radio Manchester.

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Do Premier League footballers get a proper break?

BBC Sport looks at how footballers' breaks have shifted from R&R to a summer slog as Liverpool's Sadio Mane says he hasn't had a proper holiday in seven years.

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Sala 'exposed to carbon monoxide in plane crash'

Footballer Emiliano Sala was exposed to carbon monoxide before the plane crash which killed him.

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Wilfried Bony: Striker could move to Europe after spell at Newport County

Ex-Premier League Wilfried Bony is enjoying his stint at League Two club Newport County - but could be on his way to Europe soon.

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Justin Edinburgh: Leyton Orient working through grief after manager's sudden death

How Leyton Orient's players and staff have coped with the sudden death of manager Justin Edinburgh in June, aged 49.

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Bury: Curzon Ashton offers free entry for Shakers season ticket holders

Curzon Ashton offer Bury season ticket holders free entry to Saturday's National League North game against Kidderminster.

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Europa League: David Healy's steady hand puts Linfield on brink of £4m windfall

Northern Ireland's all-time leading goalscorer David Healy guides Linfield to within one win of a place in the Europa League group stages.

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Gary Neville: Former Manchester United player has no desire to return to coaching

Former Manchester United player and Valencia manager Gary Neville says he has no desire to return to coaching.

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Carabao Cup second round draw: Newcastle v Leicester, Nottingham Forest v Derby

Newcastle host fellow Premier League side Leicester in the second round of the Carabao Cup, while Nottingham Forest face East Midlands rivals Derby.

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Middlesbrough 2-2 Crewe Alexandra (2-4 on pens): Crewe stun Boro in Carabao Cup soot-out

Crewe Alexandra stun Middlesbrough as the League Two side beat the Championship outfit 4-2 on penalties in the Carabao Cup first round.

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Huddersfield Town 0-1 Lincoln City: League One Imps deservedly humble Terriers

Huddersfield's winless start to the season continues as they are humbled by League One newboys Lincoln City in the first round of the Carabao Cup.

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Carabao Cup: Swansea City 3-1 Northampton Town - Andrew Ayew brace rescues Swans

Andre Ayew scores his first goals since May 2016 as Swansea City come from behind to beat Northampton Town in the Carabao Cup first round.

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Celtic 3-4 CFR Cluj: Scots out of Champions League

Celtic's Champions League dreams are over for another season after they concede four goals at home to go out to Romania's Cluj on away goals

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Europa League: Linfield 3-2 Sutjeska Niksic (5-3 on aggregate)

Linfield progress to a play-off for the Europa League group stages by beating FK Sutjeska 3-2 in Belfast and 5-3 on aggregate.

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Salford City 0-3 Leeds United: Eddie Nketiah scores on debut

Eddie Nketiah scores on his Leeds United debut as they beat League Two Salford City to reach the Carabao Cup second round.

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Raheem Sterling: Can Man City forward have a 'Lionel Messi' season?

Raheem Sterling has enjoyed a stellar 2019 so far, but what does he need to do to take his game to the level of the world's best?

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Super Cup: Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp praises decision to appoint female referee

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp believes "it's time" female referees had more involvement in men's football as Stephanie Frappart takes charge of the Uefa Super Cup.

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Frank Lampard pleased to be part of football history

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard says he is pleased to be part of football history in the Super Cup which will see an all-female officiating team taking charge.

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Manchester City fined £315,000 for breaching Fifa rules on under-18 transfers

Manchester City are fined £315,000 after admitting breaching Fifa rules on the international transfer and registration of under-18 players.

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Joel Pereira: Manchester United goalkeeper joins Hearts on loan

Hearts sign Manchester United goalkeeper Joel Pereira on a season-long loan deal.

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Argentina World Cup winner José Luis Brown dies at 62

Brown scored Argentina's opening goal in their win against West Germany in the 1986 World Cup final.

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Walter Martinez: Former Honduras striker dies aged 37

Former Honduras international Walter Martinez, who played at the 2010 World Cup, dies aged 37.

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Stephanie Frappart 'not afraid' of Super Cup between Chelsea and Liverpool

French official Stephanie Frappart says she will have no fears when she becomes the first woman to take charge of the Uefa Super Cup.

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Bury: Financially-stricken League One side have game against Gillingham suspended

Bury have a fourth game suspended after the club was unable to satisfy the EFL's request to prove its financial viability.

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'We are not afraid of this match' - all-female officiating team 'ready' for Super Cup

There will be an all-female officiating team for the Uefa Super Cup for the first time between Chelsea and Liverpool. Referee Stephanie Frappart says she is ready for the match.

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Uefa Super Cup Quiz: Can you name the multiple winners?

There are nine clubs who have won the Uefa Super Cup more than once. Can you name them?

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Sydney stabbing: British 'heroes' who tackled knifeman

Brothers Luke and Paul O'Shaughnessy helped to restrain a knifeman in central Syndney.

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Super Cup: Liverpool and Chelsea to meet in final - why you should care

BBC Sport looks at five reasons why you should care about Wednesday's Uefa Super Cup, as Liverpool take on Chelsea at the Beskitas Park in Istanbul.

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Bayern Munich sign Ivan Perisic on loan from Inter Milan

Bayern Munich sign Croatia winger Ivan Perisic on a one-year loan from Italian club Inter Milan.

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Summer transfer window: Who carried out the best business?

Using data from Carteret Analytics, BBC Sport takes a look at which Premier League clubs did the best business in the summer transfer window.

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Wesley Sneijder: Former Real Madrid, Inter Milan and Netherlands midfielder retires

Former Real Madrid, Inter Milan and Netherlands midfielder Wesley Sneijder retires from football after a 17-year career.

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Football gossip: Neymar, Pogba, Eriksen, Coutinho, Sturridge

Neymar nears PSG exit amid interest from Barcelona and Real Madrid, who will drop Pogba pursuit if they get the Brazilian, while Juventus approach Eriksen, plus more.

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Henry Onyekuru: Everton sell Nigeria forward to Monaco

Everton have sold forward Henry Onyekuru to Ligue 1 side Monaco for an undisclosed fee.

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Wilfried Bony: The Premier League striker and League Two side Newport

League Two Newport County have a special guest in training, ex-Manchester City and Swansea City striker Wilfried Bony.

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Frank Lampard: Chelsea boss has 'one hell of a job on' - Chris Sutton

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard has "one hell of a job on" this season, says former striker Chris Sutton.

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Premier League stats: Harry Kane, Raheem Sterling & hat-tricks

An awesome August so far for Harry Kane and Raheem Sterling - BBC Sport looks at some stats from the first Premier League weekend.

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Eliaquim Mangala: France defender to join Valencia

Valencia are to sign central defender Eliaquim Mangala from Manchester City on a two-year contract.

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Bury: Offer made to buy League One club as threat of EFL expulsion looms

Bury confirm an offer to buy the embattled club has been received, while the League One side has a fourth game at risk of being suspended by the EFL.

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Liverpool keeper Alisson ruled out 'for next few weeks', says Jurgen Klopp

Liverpool keeper Alisson is ruled out for "for the next few weeks" with the calf injury he picked up against Norwich, says manager Jurgen Klopp.

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Carabao Cup first round: New rivals, old foes and some cases of deja vu

BBC Sport takes a look at the stand-out ties taking place in the Carabao Cup first round on Tuesday.

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Danielle Carter: Arsenal lose forward to knee injury again

Arsenal Women forward Danielle Carter faces another spell out with a long-term knee injury.

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Aberdeen: Uefa contacted over treatment of fans in Croatia

Aberdeen have spoken to Uefa and Rijeka over the treatment of their fans during last week's Europa League qualifier in Croatia.

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Leigh Griffiths getting back to his best - Scott Brown

Leigh Griffiths is getting closer to the form he showed when he was Scotland's first-choice striker, says Celtic captain Scott Brown.

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'It was worth busting my nose to meet Mo Salah'

When Louis Fowler ran into a lamp-post, the Liverpool striker stopped to check he was OK.

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Rangers 6-1 Hibernian: Steven Gerrard 'disappointed' hosts did not score more

Rangers manager Steven Gerrard is "disappointed" his side did not score more goals, despite thrashing 10-man Hibernian 6-1.

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Watch: Hibs' Allan sets up goal with brilliant pass

Scott Allan's glorious through ball sends Daryl Horgan scampering through to score for Hibernian in their thumping at the hands of Rangers.

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Mohamed Salah visits young fan who ran into lamp-post while chasing his car

The young boy is "made up" despite suffering a bloodied nose while trying to get the footballer's attention.

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Inaki Williams: Athletic Bilbao striker signs nine-year contract

Athletic Bilbao striker Inaki Williams signs one of the longest contracts in football history as he pens a deal until 2028.

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Match of the Day 2: Jermaine Jenas & Phil Neville predict trophies for Tottenham

Match of the Day 2's Jermaine Jenas and Phil Neville say Spurs will challenge Man City and Liverpool at the top of the Premier League thanks to good transfer business.

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No point questioning VAR decisions on pitch - Phil Neville

Match of the Day 2 pundits Jermaine Jenas and Phil Neville give their thoughts on VAR after it was used for the first time in the Premier League this weekend.

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Man Utd: Why Old Trafford feel-good factor could last this time - Phil Neville

Phil Neville explains why Manchester United showed in their win against Chelsea that they have the right players to execute their gameplan.

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Garth Crooks' team of the week: Maguire, Pogba, Sterling, Kane

Which Premier League player should win the Ballon d'Or? Who could be on Bayern Munich's radar? Find out in Garth Crooks' team of the week.

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Football gossip: Chilwell, Pogba, Coutinho, Neymar, Ozil, Lovren

Chelsea want Leicester's Chilwell, Pogba talk Man Utd future, Barcelona say Coutinho won't leave, plus more.

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Paris Saint Germain 3-0 Nimes: Kylian Mbappe stars in win

Champions Paris St-Germain begin the defence of their Ligue 1 title with a comfortable win against Nimes despite the absence of star forward Neymar.

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Manchester United remain a work in progress - Solskjaer after 4-0 win over Chelsea

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Manchester United are still "work in progress" after starting the season with an emphatic 4-0 win over Chelsea.

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Man Utd 4-0 Chelsea: Damning scoreline but some positives for Lampard's Blues

Frank Lampard says his side can take some positives and also some lessons away from their heavy defeat at Manchester United.

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Newcastle 0-1 Arsenal: Steve Bruce can't lift the gloom

Rain, protests and a Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang goal ensure Steve Bruce's tenure as Newcastle boss gets off to a poor start.

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Man Utd 4-0 Chelsea: Winning is a good habit - Solskjaer

Man Utd boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says his side's confidence grew in the second half as the Red Devils started the season with a 4-0 win over Chelsea at Old Trafford.

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Man Utd 4-0 Chelsea: Blues made too many mistakes - Frank Lampard

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard feels his side did not deserve to lose 4-0 against Man Utd but admits the Blues need to learn lessons after making too many mistakes.

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Manchester United 4-0 Chelsea: Marcus Rashford stars in fine win

Marcus Rashford scores twice as Manchester United begin their Premier League campaign with an emphatic win over Chelsea at Old Trafford.

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Man Utd v Chelsea - rate the players

Rate the players in the Premier League match between Manchester United and Chelsea.

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Newcastle United 0-1 Manchester United: Uni Emery pleased with 'deserved' Gunners win

Arsenal manager Unai Emery says his side "deserved" their 1-0 victory over Newcastle at a rain-drenched St James' Park.

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Newcastle 0-1 Arsenal: Magpies 'gifted' Gunners winning goal - Bruce

Newcastle manager Steve Bruce says his side "gifted" Arsenal the only goal of the match as Bruce's reign began with a 1-0 loss at St James' Park.

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Rangers 6-1 Hibernian: Defoe hits hat-trick for hosts

Jermain Defoe's first Rangers hat-trick ensured the club's perfect start to the Scottish Premiership continued against 10-man Hibernian at Ibrox.

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Leicester 0-0 Wolves: Brendan Rodgers a 'massive fan' of VAR'

Leicester City boss Brendan Rodgers jokes that he's a big fan of VAR after Wolves had a goal ruled out for handball during their 0-0 draw at the Kingpower Stadium.

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Leicester 0-0 Wolves: Nuno Espirito Santo unhappy with length of VAR delay

Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo is unhappy with the amount of time it took, nearly two minutes, for Leander Dendoncker's goal to be ruled out correctly by VAR.

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Newcastle 0-1 Arsenal

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang ensures Arsenal's Premier League campaign gets off to a winning start as Steve Bruce's Newcastle reign begins in defeat.

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Leicester 0-0 Wolves: Leander Dendoncker has goal ruled out by VAR decision

Wolves have a goal ruled out by the video assistant referee as their Premier League game at Leicester City ends in a goalless draw.

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Hull City: EFL apologises to fan who claimed he was asked to stop texting during game

The English Football League apologises to a Hull City fan for the way a spot check on unauthorised data gathering was handled.

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Gareth Bale: Real Madrid forward recalled for Roma friendly

Gareth Bale is recalled to the Real Madrid squad for their final pre-season friendly against Roma on Sunday.

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Raheem Sterling: Pep Guardiola praises 'special' forward

Pep Guardiola praises the impact of "special" Raheem Sterling after he scored a hat-trick in Manchester City's 5-0 win over West Ham.

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Crystal Palace 0-0 Everton: 'Gritty & gutsy' Palace performance pleases Hodgson

Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson is pleased with the way his side played, particularly in the second half, during their 0-0 draw against Everton at Selhurst Park.

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Liverpool consider keeper Andy Lonergan option after Alisson injury

Liverpool could sign keeper Andy Lonergan on a free transfer, depending on the extent of first-choice Alisson's calf injury.

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Burnley 3-0 Southampton: Dyche 'full of admiration' for two-goal Barnes

Burnley manager Sean Dyche admits he has "nothing but admiration" for centre-forward Ashley Barnes after he scored a brace in their 3-0 win over Southampton.

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Bournemouth 1-1 Sheff Utd: Chris Wilder 'proud' of Sheff Utd's fighting spirit

Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder says he is "proud" of his side's fighting spirit as the Blades marked their first Premier League game since 2007 with a draw at Bournemouth.

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Bournemouth 1-1 Sheffield Utd: Cherries didn't play to strengths - Eddie Howe

Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe says his side "didn't play to our strengths" as the Cherries conceded a late goal to draw 1-1 at home to Sheffield United.

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Fulham 2-0 Blackburn Rovers: Fulham get first win since Premier League relegation

Fulham get their first win since being relegated from the Premier League despite the best efforts of Blackburn Rovers.

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What happened in the Premier League? Wins for Man City, Burnley and Brighton

Champions Manchester City get off to a flyer at West Ham, Brighton and Burnley each score three and newly promoted Sheffield United score an 88th-minute equaliser.

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Bournemouth 1-1 Sheffield United: Billy Sharp snatches late equaliser for Blades

Billy Sharp's 88th-minute equaliser sees Sheffield United snatch a point at Bournemouth as the Blades drew in their first top-flight match since 2007.

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Watford 0-3 Brighton: Neal Maupay scores on Seagulls debut

Neal Maupay scores on his Brighton debut as the Seagulls get the season off to a winning start at Watford.

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Burnley 3-0 Southampton: Ashley Barnes scores twice in Clarets win

Ashley Barnes scores twice as Burnley make a winning start to the new Premier League season against Southampton at Turf Moor.

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Crystal Palace 0-0 Everton: Jordan Pickford blocks earn 10-man Toffees point

Jordan Pickford makes two crucial saves as 10-man Everton and Crystal Palace play out a goalless draw at a very windy Selhurst Park.

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FA Cup 2019: Broadbridge Heath beat Punjab FC in extra preliminary round

Ninth-tier Broadbridge Heath reach the preliminary rounds of the FA Cup with a 1-0 victory over debutants Punjab United, who hit the post in injury time.

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West Ham 0-5 Man City: Scoreline flattered visitors - Manuel Pellegrini

West Ham boss Manuel Pellegrini feels his side played better against Manchester City than the 5-0 scoreline suggested.

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Leeds United 1-1 Nottingham Forest: Lewis Grabban earns point for visitors

Lewis Grabban's scrappy equaliser earns Nottingham Forest a point against Leeds United at Elland Road.

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West Ham 0-5 Man City: Pep Guardiola unhappy with first-half display despite big win

Man City boss Pep Guardiola says his team were "far away" from where they wanted to be in the first half at West Ham, but describes their 5-0 win as an "incredible result".

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West Ham 0-5 Manchester City: Raheem Sterling gets hat-trick in VAR-dominated game

Raheem Sterling scores a hat-trick in a game dominated by video assistant referee decisions as Manchester City beat West Ham.

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Motherwell 2-5 Celtic: Leigh Griffiths nets in emphatic win

Celtic recover from the loss of an early goal to thrash Motherwell and consolidate their rampant start to the Scottish Premiership season.

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Neymar: Exit talks 'more advanced' says PSG sporting director Leonardo

Neymar will not play for Paris St-Germain in their opening Ligue 1 fixture against Nimes, with the club suggesting the Brazilian could be set to leave.

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Goals: Partick Thistle 1-2 Dundee Utd

Dundee United maintain their 100% start to the Scottish Championship season by coming from behind to beat Partick Thistle.

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Partick Thistle 1-2 Dundee Utd: Watch ballboy retrieve lost ball

What do you do if a ball disappears beneath an advertising hoarding? Climb in after it, obviously...

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Marcus Rashford and Jesse Lingard: Fashion influencers score Man Utd team-mates and besties on their fashion.

Fashion influencers score Manchester United teammates and besties Marcus Rashford and Jesse Lingard on their fashion.

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Premier League referee Jon Moss Q&A: Music and football

Jon Moss has opened a record shop in Leeds called 'The Vinyl Whistle - we talk to him about his twin passions of music and football.

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Wilfried Zaha: Roy Hodgson says Crystal Palace attacker 'not jubilant' to still be at club

Wilfried Zaha is "not jubilant" to miss out on a move from Crystal Palace, says Roy Hodgson - but the manager is pleased the forward is still at Selhurst Park.

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David Silva will be good Man City captain, says Pep Guardiola

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola believes David Silva will make a ''good captain'' for his side this season.

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Mauricio Pochettino: Premier League made mistake with early transfer deadline, says Spurs boss

Mauricio Pochettino says it was a "big mistake" for the Premier League to shut the transfer window before the rest of Europe.

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VAR: How will the Premier League adapt to the video assistant referee system?

The Premier League will use VAR for the first time this season, but how does England's top flight intend to integrate it successfully?

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KV Mechelen go to Fifa over goalkeeper Michael Verrips' move to Sheffield United

KV Mechelen say they will take "the necessary steps at Fifa" after Sheffield United sign goalkeeper Michael Verrips.

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Chelsea: David Luiz did not go on strike, says Frank Lampard

David Luiz did not go on strike at Chelsea before joining Arsenal, says Blues manager Frank Lampard.

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Mauricio Pochettino: Tottenham boss says it is a 'big mistake' to close transfer window before Europe

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino believes the Premier League has made a "big mistake" closing the transfer window before the rest of Europe.

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Brandon Barker: Manchester City winger signs for Rangers

Steven Gerrard hails Brandon Barker as "the type of player we've been looking for" after the winger joins Rangers from Manchester City.

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Leroy Sane: Man City boss Pep Guardiola expects winger to miss 'six or seven months'

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola expects to be without injured winger Leroy Sane until February or March.

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Andy Carroll: Newcastle striker was 'desperate' to return, says boss Steve Bruce

Andy Carroll re-signed for Newcastle United on deadline day transfer, returning to his hometown club.

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Liverpool v Norwich City

Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's Premier League game between Liverpool and Norwich City.

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Queen of the South threaten ejection for seagull feeders

The Scottish Championship side warns supporters they will be removed from Palmerston Park if they feed the birds.

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Emiliano Sala: Pair admit accessing post-mortem CCTV

Sherry Bray and Christopher Ashford accessed images of footballer Emiliano Sala in a mortuary.

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Frank Lampard: Transfer ban, being a 'modern dad' & risking his Chelsea legacy

Frank Lampard tells Football Focus about returning to Chelsea as manager and the challenges he has faced this summer, including the club's transfer ban.

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