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Report: Man Utd 1 Southampton 1

Manchester United were punished for their profligacy by Dusan Tadic as the Serb struck late to ensure Southampton a 1-0 win at Old Trafford.

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Report: Arsenal 3 Stoke 0

Alexis Sanchez was again Arsenal's inspiration as they coasted to a 3-0 win over Stoke City on Sunday.

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Queiroz: Iran 'victimised' by sanctions

Carlos Queiroz claims Iran's footballers are being "victimised" by international sanctions.

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Jedinak out of Oman clash

Australia captain Mile Jedinak will miss his team's Asian Cup clash against Oman on Tuesday due to an ankle injury.

Dejan Kalinic

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Wolfsburg's Junior Malanda dies

Wolfsburg midfielder Junior Malanda has died at the age of 20 following a traffic accident.

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Report: Everton 1 Man City 1

Everton ended a run of four consecutive Premier League defeats with a battling 1-1 draw against title-chasing Manchester City.

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Report: Chelsea 2 Newcastle 0

Chelsea had enough quality to beat Newcastle United as goals from Oscar and Diego Costa earned them a 2-0 win at Stamford Bridge.

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Report: Saudi Arabia 0 China 1

Yu Hai punished Naif Hazazi's saved penalty, firing China to a 1-0 victory over Saudi Arabia in the Asian Cup at Suncorp Stadium.

Alex Fisher

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Report Uzbekistan 1 North Korea 0

Igor Sergeev's sole goal was enough for Uzbekistan as they began their Asian Cup campaign with a scrappy 1-0 win over North Korea in Sydney.

Matthew Scott

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Socceroos protect Jedinak's injured ankle

Australia captain Mile Jedinak arrived in Sydney in a 'moon boot' on Saturday but his team-mates are confident he will play against Oman.

John Greco

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Juric: Australian fans better not miss out

Tomi Juric urged Australia's fans not to miss their national team at the Asian Cup after the host nation cruised past Kuwait in Melbourne.

Michael Huguenin

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Postecoglou hails Luongo

Ange Postecoglou hailed Massimo Luongo after the Swindon Town man played a starring role in Australia's 4-1 win over Kuwait on Friday.

Iain Strachan

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Klinsmann mixes veterans, prospects for USA's January camp

The U.S. national team's January camp will see the old guard meet the new wave.

Thomas Floyd

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Preview: Burnley v QPR

Harry Redknapp wants QPR to move on from their FA Cup disappointment as they turn their focus to the Premier League and Burnley on Saturday.

Harry West

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Minute's silence in France

Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 fixtures will be preceded by a minute's silence following Wednesday's shootings in Paris.

Matthew Rogerson

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Preview: Sunderland v Liverpool

Brendan Rodgers has called on his Liverpool side to cut out the mistakes ahead of Saturday's Premier League encounter at Sunderland.

Peter Thompson

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Galaxy: No thought on Gerrard loan

LA Galaxy president Chris Klein has not discussed the prospect of Steven Gerrard joining a European team on loan during MLS' close-season.

Peter Hanson

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Valdes out to help De Gea

Victor Valdes is eager to help keep David de Gea in form at Manchester United after agreeing an 18-month deal at Old Trafford.

Matthew Rogerson

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Pardew on Palace challenge

Alan Pardew admits his Selhurst Park return is primarily motivated by the challenge of keeping the club in the Premier League.

Matthew Rogerson

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United sign Valdes

Manchester United have completed the signing of free agent goalkeeper Victor Valdes.

Peter Hanson

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Projecting the U.S. January camp squad

Jurgen Klinsmann has made it clear he plans on focusing on young talent in 2015.

Ives Galarcep

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Asian Cup Group A Preview

The group containing hosts Australia is set to hog the spotlight as far as local fans and media are concerned.

Iain Strachan

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Asian Cup Group D Preview

They say the best is left until last and that may be the case in Group D, with the final Asian Cup group featuring the past two champions.

Sacha Pisani

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Asian Cup Group C Preview

World Cup participants Iran are the drawcard of what is set to be an evenly contested group at the 16th Asian Cup in Australia.

Sacha Pisani

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Asian Cup Group B Preview

With three of the four nations having reached the semi-finals or better in the past three Asian Cups, Group B is set to be a competitive one.

Luke Sheehan

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Bony City deal close

The agent of Swansea City striker Wilfried Bony says a deal to take the Ivorian to Manchester City could be done in "a few days".

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Evans close to Oldham deal

OIdham Athletic chairman Simon Corney says there is an "80 per cent chance" of the club signing convicted rapist Ched Evans.

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Cerci talks of Torino respect

New Milan forward Alessio Cerci has vowed not to celebrate should he score against his former club Torino this weekend.

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Gerrard: Settling will be challenge

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard says settling into Los Angeles life will be his "biggest challenge" after announcing his move to LA Galaxy.

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Gerrard signs Galaxy deal

LA Galaxy have confirmed the signing of Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard.

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Kobe Bryant welcomes Steven Gerrard to LA

Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant has issued a welcome to Steven Gerrard after the Liverpool captain's move to LA Galaxy was confirmed.

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Red Bulls confirm Mike Petke out as head coach

After two winning seasons, Mike Petke is out as New York Red Bulls coach.

Jon Arnold

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Klopp ready for rest of season

Jurgen Klopp is eagerly anticipating the second half of the campaign with Borussia Dortmund after a torrid time before the mid-season break.

Harry West

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Allegri calls for Juve improvement

Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri urged his team to become more consistent after their 1-1 draw with Inter on Tuesday.

Dejan Kalinic

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Socceroos worried about time-wasting

Australia attacker James Troisi says the Socceroos have raised the issue of time-wasting as a cause for concern with Asian Cup referees.

Iain Strachan

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Transfer news: Steven Gerrard finalizes LA Galaxy deal

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard is one step closer to playing in Major League Soccer.

Ives Galarcep

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Report: Juventus 1 Inter 1

Mauro Icardi salvaged a spirited 1-1 draw for Roberto Mancini's Inter at Juventus in Tuesday's Derby d'Italia.

Ryan Benson

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Allardyce bemoans late goal

Sam Allardyce bemoaned West Ham's failure to see out the game after a late equaliser left them to settle for a 1-1 draw at Everton.

Nicholas McGee

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Serie A Review

Inter claimed a 1-1 Derby d'Italia draw at Juventus and Roma triumphed amid controversy as Serie A began 2015 in entertaining fashion.

Ryan Benson

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Martinez hails Everton character

Everton manager Roberto Martinez feels it would have been "a crime" had they lost to West Ham following their 1-1 FA Cup third-round draw.

Nicholas McGee

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Inzaghi bemoans Milan display

Milan coach Filippo Inzaghi conceded that they took a step back with a sluggish performance in a 2-1 Serie A loss to Sassuolo on Tuesday.

Nicholas McGee

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Last-ditch Lukaku saves Everton

Romelu Lukaku kept Everton in the FA Cup with a late equaliser to earn a 1-1 draw and a third-round replay with West Ham.

Alex Fisher

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Gerrard would have signed new deal

Liverpool midfielder Steven Gerrard has revealed that he would have signed a new contract in the close-season had he been offered one.

Nicholas McGee

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Ancelotti backs Luis Enrique

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has defended Barcelona counterpart Luis Enrique in his decision to rest Lionel Messi and Neymar on Sunday.

Harry West

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Schwarzer joins Leicester

Premier League strugglers Leicester City have completed the signing of veteran goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer from Chelsea.

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Transfer rumors: Steven Gerrard to LA Galaxy looks likely, but no contract signed

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard appears on the verge of joining the LA Galaxy, but a team official indicated that nothing has been signed when reached by Goal earlier Tuesday.

Mike Slane

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Don't be so quick to write off eventual Cristiano Ronaldo move to MLS

Cristiano Ronaldo's agent brought up MLS as a future destination for soccer's biggest star.

Ives Galarcep

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Zubizarreta sacked by Barca

Barcelona have announced that director of football Andoni Zubizarreta has been sacked after four years in the role.

Peter Thompson

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Puyol leaves Barcelona

Carles Puyol has announced he will leave his role as assistant sports director at Barcelona with immediate effect.

Alex Fisher

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Rodgers pleased to survive cup test

Brendan Rodgers praised the attitude of Liverpool's players as they avoided an FA Cup upset with a 2-1 win over AFC Wimbledon.

Alex Fisher

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Gerrard fires Liverpool past Wimbledon

Steven Gerrard ensured Liverpool avoided an FA Cup shock with both goals in their 2-1 victory over AFC Wimbledon on Monday.

Alex Fisher

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Report: Burnley 1 Tottenham 1

Sam Vokes came off the bench to earn Burnley an FA Cup third-round replay in a 1-1 draw with Tottenham at Turf Moor on Monday.

Harry West

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Cambridge to host United

Cambridge United, the lowest ranked side left in the FA Cup, will host 11-time winners Manchester United in the fourth round.

Harry West

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Aguero nearing City return

​Sergio Aguero has delivered a boost to Manchester City after returning to light training following a knee injury.

Alex Fisher

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Podolski heads to Inter on loan

Lukas Podolski has joined Serie A giants Inter on loan from Arsenal until the end of the season.

Alex Fisher

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Police chief warns Oldham

Greater Manchester's Police and Crime Commissioner believes Oldham Athletic should not sign convicted rapist Ched Evans.

Harry West

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Poyet backs Van Aanholt call

Sunderland boss Gus Poyet feels his decision not to rush Patrick van Aanholt back from injury was justified by his goalscoring return.

Nicholas McGee

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Martinez plays down Barkley talk

Everton manager Roberto Martinez has insisted that midfielder Ross Barkley will not be leaving the club in January.

Nicholas McGee

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La Liga Review

Valencia's 2-1 victory ended Real Madrid's 22-match winning run, while Barcelona also tasted defeat at Real Sociedad in La Liga on Sunday.

Harry West

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Report: Arsenal 2 Hull 0

Per Mertesacker and Alexis Sanchez were on target as holders Arsenal claimed a 2-0 FA Cup third-round win over Hull City.

Dom Farrell

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Schwarzer to join Leicester

Jose Mourinho has confirmed goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer is to leave Chelsea and join fellow Premier League side Leicester City.

Harry West

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Sources: MLS Draft will be without top underclassmen

The 2015 MLS Draft will be heavy on seniors, and light on top underclassmen as the league struggles to sign the top college underclassmen.

Ives Galarcep

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Mourinho apologises for ref rant

Jose Mourinho apologised to Kevin Friend after initially criticising the referee's performance in Chelsea's FA Cup win over Watford.

Christopher Devine

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Report: Chelsea 3 Watford 0

Chelsea overcame a stubborn first-half performance from Watford to eventually ease to a 3-0 victory in the FA Cup third round on Sunday.

Harry West

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Report: Yeovil 0 Man United 2

Ander Herrera's stunning goal and one from Angel Di Maria helped spare Manchester United's blushes as they eventually beat Yeovil Town 2-0.

Matthew Sherry

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Milner double rescues Man City in FA Cup

James Milner's injury-time winner broke Sheffield Wednesday hearts and earned Manchester City a 2-1 FA Cup victory on Sunday.

Peter Hanson

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Report: Stoke City 3 Wrexham 1

Substitute Stephen Ireland grabbed two late goals as Stoke City avoided FA Cup third-round humiliation with a 3-1 win over Wrexham.

Nicholas McGee

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Report: Southampton 1 Ipswich 1

​Southampton will face an FA Cup third-round replay after being held to a 1-1 draw by Ipswich Town at St Mary's on Sunday.

Alex Fisher

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Report: Aston Villa 1 Blackpool 0

Christian Benteke scored a 90th-minute winner to earn goal-shy Aston Villa a 1-0 victory over Blackpool in the FA Cup third round on Sunday.

Jack Davies

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Report: QPR 0 Sheffield United 3

Cup specialists Sheffield United struck again in claiming an impressive 3-0 win at Premier League side QPR 2-0 in the FA Cup third round.

Patric Ridge

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Report: Dover 0 Crystal Palace 4

Alan Pardew's Crystal Palace reign began in comfortable fashion as Scott Dann's brace helped secure a 4-0 FA Cup victory at Dover Athletic.

Tom Coleman

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Report: Sunderland 1 Leeds 0

Sunderland booked their place in the FA Cup fourth round after beating Championship strugglers Leeds United 1-0 to avoid an upset on Sunday.

Ryan Benson

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South Korea beat Saudi Arabia

South Korea head into the Asian Cup with momentum following a 2-0 win over Saudi Arabia in their final warm-up game.

Nicholas McGee

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Torres keen to repay Atletico faith

​Fernando Torres aims to repay the faith shown in him by Atletico Madrid with performances that can help the club win silverware.

Alex Fisher

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Pardew pleased with Palace

New Crystal Palace boss Alan Pardew praised the attitude of his players following their 4-0 FA Cup win over Dover on Sunday.

Tom Coleman

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FA Cup Review: Birmingham escape upset

Birmingham City came from two goals down to avoid a famous FA Cup third-round upset in a 3-2 victory at Blyth Spartans on Saturday.

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Transfer news: Liverpool star Steven Gerrard leaving for MLS

Liverpool has confirmed that departing captain Steven Gerrard will move to the United States this summer.

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Van Gaal not taking cup lightly

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal will not be taking League One strugglers Yeovil Town lightly in Sunday's FA Cup third-round tie.

Christopher Devine

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Pulis: No formula for survival

​Tony Pulis has warned his arrival at West Brom does not guarantee Premier League survival despite his record of never being relegated.

Alex Fisher

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Pardew still set for Palace

Keith Millen has reassured fans that Alan Pardew is on course to become Crystal Palace manager despite the lack of an official announcement.

Nicholas McGee

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Wenger: I would never walk away

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger rubbished suggestions on Friday that he would have left the club if they lost last season's FA Cup final.

Michael Huguenin

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Suarez lauds Gerrard

Luis Suarez has lauded Steven Gerrard, claiming he experienced "one of the best moments" of his career with the Liverpool skipper.

Michael Huguenin

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Podolski arrives in Milan

Arsenal forward Lukas Podolski edged closer to a loan deal with Inter on Friday, with the German pictured arriving in Milan.

Michael Huguenin

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Aldridge: Gerrard Red's best ever

Former Liverpool forward John Aldridge believes Steven Gerrard should go down as the finest player in the club's illustrious history.

Dom Farrell

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Bielsa confident in Marseille

Marcelo Bielsa has backed his refreshed Marseille side to avoid an upset in Sunday's Coupe de France clash with Grenoble.

Matthew Rogerson

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Postecoglou eyes attacking improvement

Ange Postecoglou says fluency in attack will be the key to success and has warned Australia not to be distracted by the transfer window.

Iain Strachan

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Gerrard's greatest Liverpool moments

After Steven Gerrard announced he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season, we take a look at his finest moments with the Anfield club.

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Gerrard explains departure

​Steven Gerrard has described his choice to leave Liverpool at the end of the season as "the toughest decision of my life".

Alex Fisher

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Transfer news: Orlando City open to Steven Gerrard move if price is right

With Steven Gerrard announcing his plans to leave Liverpool, multiple MLS teams have emerged as potential destinations for the English star.

Ives Galarcep

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Liverpool cannot let Steven Gerrard's farewell overshadow season

Steven Gerrard deserves his acclaim at Liverpool, but success this season is more important.

Rich Jolly

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Gerrard leaving

The club's longtime midfielder and captain wants to experience something different in football and in life.

Tom Gatto

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Gerrard to leave Liverpool

Liverpool have announced that captain Steven Gerrard will leave the club at the end of the season.

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USWNT star Alex Morgan got married on NYE

Sorry, gents, but Alex Morgan is off the market.

Troy Machir

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Jedinak focused despite Palace troubles

Socceroos captain Mile Jedinak insisted the imminent appointment of Alan Pardew as Crystal Palace manager will not be a distraction.

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Report: Tottenham 5 Chelsea 3

A Harry Kane-inspired Tottenham left Chelsea tottering at the Premier League summit with a spectacular 5-3 win over their London rivals.

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Report: Southampton 2 Arsenal 0

​Southampton strengthened their grip on fourth place in the Premier League with a 2-0 victory over an error-prone Arsenal on New Year's Day.

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Report: Man City 3 Sunderland 2

Frank Lampard marked his extended stay at Manchester City with the winning goal as the champions dramatically beat Sunderland 3-2.

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Report: Stoke City 1 Manchester United 1

Manchester United extended their unbeaten run to 10 Premier League games with a 1-1 draw at Stoke City on New Year's Day.

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Preview: Liverpool v Leicester

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has made continued progress his priority for 2015, beginning with Thursday's clash against Leicester City.

Jack Davies

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Preview: Man City v Sunderland

Gus Poyet has warned Sunderland to be wary of a Manchester City backlash when the sides clash in the Premier League on Thursday.

Peter Hanson

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Koeman eyes forwards

Southampton manager Ronald Koeman is eager to bolster his squad in the January transfer window, with forward options a particular priority.

Matthew Rogerson

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Preview: Newcastle v Burnley

Newcastle United caretaker manager John Carver hopes to overcome the club's "chaos" in the absence of Alan Pardew when they host Burnley.

Alex Fisher

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Preview: Southampton v Arsenal

Arsene Wenger is wary of making too many changes when Arsenal play their third Premier League game in seven days at Southampton on Thursday.

Harry West

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Newcastle job a 'dream' for Carver

John Carver has outlined his desire to take his "dream" job managing Newcastle United with Alan Pardew set to leave for Crystal Palace.

Alex Fisher

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Tottenham v Chelsea

Jose Mourinho does not feel Chelsea's away form is a cause for concern ahead of Thursday's trip to face Tottenham at White Hart Lane.

Matthew Rogerson

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Pellegrini happy with City

Manuel Pellegrini is not concerned by Manchester City's dropped points against sides struggling in the Premier League this season.

Matthew Rogerson

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Lampard extends City stay

Manchester City have confirmed midfielder Frank Lampard is to remain with the club until the end of the season.

Matthew Rogerson

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Real squad 'the strongest in the world'

Carlo Ancelotti is eyeing a second straight UEFA Champions League crown, having branded Real Madrid's squad as "the strongest in the world".

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Transfer news: Ronaldinho set to stay at Queretaro

Brazilian superstar Ronaldinho won’t be moving to MLS, Angola or anywhere else in the near future, with Queretaro confirming Tuesday that the 34-year-old will remain at the Liga MX club.

Tom Marshall

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De Jong targets Champions League

Nigel de Jong is desperate to help Milan get back into the UEFA Champions League with a strong second half of the season.

Peter Hanson

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CAS reject Barca appeal

​Barcelona's appeal against a transfer ban imposed by FIFA has been rejected by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).

Nicholas McGee

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Preview: Villa v Palace

Keith Millen does not feel Crystal Palace's uncertain managerial situation will detract from preparations ahead of the trip to Aston Villa.

Matthew Rogerson

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Wenger: Podolski talk a 'joke'

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has described Inter's interest in striker Lukas Podolski as a "joke".

Matthew Rogerson

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Preview: Stoke v Manchester United

Louis van Gaal has warned Manchester United to heed lessons from their last encounter with Stoke City when the sides meet on Thursday.

Peter Hanson

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Wenger seeks consistency

Arsene Wenger wants Arsenal to produce more consistent results in the second half of 2014-15 as his squad's injury woes begin to ease.

Harry West

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Report: Real Madrid 2 Milan 4

Stephan El Shaarawy scored twice as Milan defeated Real Madrid 4-2 in Tuesday's mid-season friendly in Dubai.

Harry West

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Ancelotti hails 'fantastic year'

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti reflected on his side's "fantastic" 2014 after a 4-2 friendly defeat to Milan in Dubai on Tuesday.

Christopher Devine

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McClaren dismisses Newcastle link

Derby County manager Steve McClaren distanced himself from reports linking him to Premier League outfit Newcastle United.

Sacha Pisani

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Sports stars to watch in 2015

There are some major sporting events to look forward to in 2015 - here we look at the stars capable of making a big impact at them.

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Zelalem's commitment to U.S. Soccer won't save the national team — it doesn't need saving

Proclaiming Zelalem as a “savior” for American soccer might be wildly optimistic and painfully inaccurate.

Mike DeCourcy

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Report: Arsenal’s Gedion Zelalem becomes a U.S. citizen

Arsenal midfielder Gedion Zelalem has become a U.S. citizen.

Mike Slane

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West Brom sack Irvine

Premier League strugglers West Brom have sacked head coach Alan Irvine just over six months after appointing the Scot.

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Cisse charged by the FA

Newcastle United striker Papiss Cisse has been charged with violent conduct after clashing with Seamus Coleman on Sunday.

Alex Fisher

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Report: Liverpool 4 Swansea 1

Adam Lallana scored twice as Liverpool's encouraging form continued with a 4-1 Premier League hammering of Swansea City at Anfield.

Sportal

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Atleti-bound Torres in pursuit of happiness

Fernando Torres says he has returned to Atletico Madrid in search of happiness.

Sportal

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Popovic could leave Wanderers

Western Sydney Wanderers will not stand in the way of Tony Popovic if he is approached for the vacant Crystal Palace manager's job.

Alex Fisher

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Sources: Tim Howard set to miss 4-6 weeks with torn calf muscle

Tim Howard will be sidelined for between four to six weeks after being diagnosed with a torn calf muscle.

Ives Galarcep

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Young American GK Zack Steffen set for European journey

Zack Steffen is considered a potential future star, and is facing a big year ahead with German side Freiburg.

Ives Galarcep

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Atletico Madrid signs Fernando Torres on loan from AC Milan

Fernando Torres has rejoined Atletico Madrid in a loan deal from AC Milan until the end of next season.

Tom Webber

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Mourinho fumes at anti-Chelsea 'campaign'

Jose Mourinho slammed a perceived "campaign" against Chelsea after Cesc Fabregas was booked for diving in Sunday's 1-1 draw at Southampton.

Peter Hanson

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Van Gaal rues United draw

Louis van Gaal rued poor finishing from Manchester United that ensured they had to settle for a goalless draw at Tottenham on Sunday.

Peter Thompson

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Pellegrini on turning points

Manuel Pellegrini was left frustrated by Manchester City's 2-2 draw with Burnley, but denied his side were unfortunate to drop points.

Matthew Rogerson

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Pearson relieved to win

​Nigel Pearson hailed the resilience of his Leicester City side as they clung on to a 1-0 win over Hull City to end their barren run.

Alex Fisher

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Report: Newcastle United 3 Everton 2

Newcastle United ended 2014 on a high by coming from behind to earn a 3-2 Premier League win over Everton at St James' Park on Sunday.

Matthew Sherry

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Report: Man City 2 Burnley 2

A late Ashley Barnes strike gained Burnley a surprise 2-2 draw at Manchester City on Sunday to end the champions' nine-match winning run.

Matthew Rogerson

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Report: West Ham 1 Arsenal 2

Arsenal leapfrogged West Ham into fifth place in the Premier League with a 2-1 victory at Upton Park on Sunday.

Jack Davies

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Report: Hull 0 Leicester 1

Leicester City ended their three-month wait for a Premier League win as Riyad Mahrez fired them to a 1-0 victory over Hull City on Sunday.

Alex Fisher

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Report: QPR 0 Crystal Palace 0

Crystal Palace caretaker boss Keith Millen denied QPR a fourth consecutive Premier League triumph at Loftus Road following a goalless draw.

Patric Ridge

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Report: Villa 0 Sunderland 0

Ten-man Aston Villa held on for a goalless draw against toothless Sunderland after Fabian Delph had been sent off at Villa Park on Sunday.

Peter Thompson

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Report: Stoke 2 West Brom 0

A Mame Biram Diouf brace helped Stoke to back-to-back Premier League wins for the first time this term in Sunday's 2-0 scalp of West Brom.

Ryan Benson

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Chelsea held by Southampton

Chelsea will finish 2014 as Premier League leaders, despite Jose Mourinho's side toiling to a 1-1 draw at Southampton on Sunday.

Peter Hanson

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Draw pleases Pochettino

Mauricio Pochettino was happy to take a point from Sunday's goalless Premier League draw against Manchester United.

Matthew Rogerson

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Report: Tottenham 0 Man United 0

Wasteful finishing and some fine saves from Hugo Lloris ensured Manchester United had to settle for a goalless draw at Tottenham on Sunday.

Peter Thompson

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Popovic to answer Crystal Palace call?

Neil Warnock has become the first managerial casualty of the Premier League campaign after being sacked by Crystal Palace, as former Eagles skipper and current Western Sydney boss Tony Popovic looms as a candidate to take over.

Matthew Rogerson

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Manchester City collapse leaves Chelsea and Mourinho where they want to be

The Blues remain on course for an exceptional points total.

Liam Twomey

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Transfer rumors: Wenger hints Podolski could leave Arsenal in January

Arsene Wenger has hinted that Lukas Podolski will leave Arsenal during the January transfer window.

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Championship Review

Bournemouth led the way on a productive day for the Championship's top four as they all recorded impressive victories on Friday.

Alex Fisher

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Redknapp frustrated after loss

Harry Redknapp criticised referee Martin Atkinson's decision not to award QPR a penalty in Friday's 2-1 loss to Arsenal.

Matthew Sherry

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Redknapp frustrated after loss

Harry Redknapp criticised referee Martin Atkinson's decision not to award QPR a penalty in Friday's 2-1 loss to Arsenal.

Matthew Sherry

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Wenger sees Giroud wrongs

Arsene Wenger conceded striker Olivier Giroud lost control in Arsenal's 2-1 Premier League win over QPR on Friday.

Matthew Sherry

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Poyet hits out at schedule

Sunderland boss Gus Poyet has hit out at the demands placed on Premier League players during the festive period, calling them a "disgrace".

Alex Fisher

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Chelsea delight Mourinho

Jose Mourinho revelled in a 'deserved' win over West Ham that left Chelsea on the brink of ending 2014 at the top of the Premier League.

Matthew Sherry

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Hughes lauds Bojan performance

Mark Hughes once again hailed Bojan Krkic after the former Barcelona forward scored Stoke City's winner at Everton on Friday.

Patric Ridge

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Koeman: Saints marching on

Ronald Koeman felt Southampton's attacking instincts had paid dividends after they secured a comfortable 3-1 win over Crystal Palace.

Tom Coleman

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Pardew rues referee error

Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew rued an early penalty decision that went against his side at Manchester United on Friday.

Ryan Benson

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Martinez bemoans refereeing

Everton manager Roberto Martinez was left baffled by Lee Mason's failure to send off Jonathan Walters in Friday's defeat to Stoke City. has claimed that inconsistent refereeing lead to his side's Premier League loss to Stoke City.

Patric Ridge

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Irvine aware of poor results

West Brom head coach Alan Irvine has acknowledged his position could be under threat if results do not improve.

Matthew Rogerson

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LVG says United doing 'bad things'

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has conceded that his side are still doing "very bad things" despite beating Newcastle.

Nicholas McGee

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Lambert proud of players

Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert declared pride in his players despite suffering a 1-0 Premier League defeat at Swansea City on Friday.

Jack Davies

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Warnock bemoans Palace defence

Crystal Palace boss Neil Warnock blasted his side's defence following a disappointing 3-1 home defeat to Southampton on Friday.

Tom Coleman

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Bruce hails Hull's spirit

Steve Bruce revelled in Hull City's 3-1 win at Sunderland and backed his side to surpass the 16th-place finish they managed last season.

James Hogan

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Pochettino relieved to win

Mauricio Pochettino was a relieved man after Tottenham held off Leicester City to record a 2-1 win in the Premier League on Friday.

Alex Fisher

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Monk hails Fabianski

Garry Monk hailed the late heroics of goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski after Swansea City's 1-0 Premier League win over Aston Villa on Friday.

Jack Davies

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Pearson wants better concentration

Nigel Pearson remains hopeful Leicester City can pull away from trouble in the Premier League despite their latest defeat to Tottenham.

Alex Fisher

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Rodgers hails character

Brendan Rodgers praised the resolve of his Liverpool side after their hard-fought 1-0 victory at Burnley on Friday.

Harry West

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Gunners fire, Giroud loses plot

A superb display from Alexis Sanchez helped Arsenal to a 2-1 Premier League triumph over QPR, despite Olivier Giroud's needless red card.

Sportal

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Report: Palace 1 Southampton 3

Southampton returned to the top four of the Premier League with a comfortable 3-1 win at struggling Crystal Palace.

Tom Coleman

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Report: Leicester 1 Tottenham 2

Tottenham closed to within two points of the Premier League's top four with a 2-1 victory over strugglers Leicester City.

Alex Fisher

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Report: Burnley 0 Liverpool 1

Raheem Sterling netted the winner as Liverpool claimed a hard-fought 1-0 Premier League victory at Burnley.

Harry West

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Sunderland 1 Hull City 3: Triumphant return for Bruce

Hull City climbed out of the relegation zone with a 3-1 win at Sunderland on Friday, their first success in 11 Premier League games.

James Hogan

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Report: Everton 0 Stoke 1

Bojan Krkic's first-half penalty was enough to seal a 1-0 triumph for Stoke City over Everton in a full-blooded Premier League clash at Goodison Park.

Patric Ridge

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Report: Man United 3 Newcastle 1

Wayne Rooney continued his fine record versus Newcastle United as Manchester United made it eight games unbeaten with a 3-1 win.

Nicholas McGee

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Report: WBA 1 Man City 3

Manchester City made the most of a sluggish showing from West Brom as the Premier League champions eased to a 3-1 win at The Hawthorns.

Matthew Rogerson

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Rooney leads Manchester United's old guard through testing Christmas period

Wayne Rooney scored twice and assisted another as United got back on track against Newcastle.

Peter Staunton

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Report: Swansea 1 Aston Villa 0

Swansea City beat Aston Villa 1-0 in the Premier League on Friday to claim their first Boxing Day victory since 2007.

Jack Davies

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Terry, Costa deliver for Chelsea

Chelsea retained their place at the top of the Premier League with a comfortable 2-0 win over West Ham.

Matthew Sherry

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Watson wants trio of signings

Southampton need to sign three new players to bolster their squad in the January transfer window, according to former striker Gordon Watson.

Peter Hanson

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Fans want Liverpool push

Liverpool can still push for a UEFA Champions League position this season, according to the editor of a leading fanzine.

Peter Hanson

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Walsh: Hull game key for Leicester

Former Leicester City captain Steve Walsh views Sunday's trip to fellow Premier League strugglers Hull City as "a cup final."

Peter Thompson

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Docherty backs Chelsea over City

Former Chelsea manager Tommy Docherty has backed his old club to prevail over Manchester City in the "two-horse" Premier League title race.

Harry West

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Hyypia could help Liverpool

Former Liverpool defender John Scales believes the club's current crop would benefit from working with fellow Anfield alumnus Sami Hyypia.

Jack Davies

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Postecoglou: Cahill age no problem

Ange Postecoglou says Tim Cahill can still have a role in 2018 if the evergreen Australian striker continues to defy the ageing process.

Iain Strachan

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Preview: Arsenal v QPR

Arsene Wenger is determined to use the busy festive period to prove Arsenal's Premier League credentials, starting with QPR on Boxing Day.

Matthew Scott

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Preview: West Brom v Man City

Manuel Pellegrini will once again have to juggle his options up front when Manchester City travel to West Brom on Boxing Day.

Matthew Scott

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Preview: Swansea City v Aston Villa

Paul Lambert is backing his Aston Villa side to follow up their hard-earned point against Manchester United with a win at Swansea City.

Peter Thompson

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Preview: Sunderland v Hull City

Steve Bruce is sure his struggling Hull City can finish higher in the Premier League than last season and is eyeing a revival at Sunderland.

Peter Hanson

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Preview: Man Utd v Newcastle

Louis van Gaal is demanding a dominant display from his Manchester United side when Newcastle United visit Old Trafford on Boxing Day.

Matthew Scott

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Preview: Leicester City v Tottenham

Erik Lamela's encouraging form has put Tottenham coach Mauricio Pochettino in good spirits as they begin the festive run at Leicester City.

Matthew Scott

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Allardyce relishing Mourinho meeting

Sam Allardyce is relishing going toe to toe with Jose Mourinho as West Ham travel to Chelsea in the Premier League's Boxing Day schedule.

Matthew Scott

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Liverpool morale rising - Rodgers

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers believes his side are growing in confidence despite their recent run of disappointing form.

Nicholas McGee

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Crystal Palace v Southampton

Ronald Koeman has called for Southampton to maintain their focus as they visit south London to take on Crystal Palace on Boxing Day.

Nicholas McGee

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Preview: Chelsea v West Ham

West Ham goalkeeper Adrian insists Sam Allardyce's side can travel to Chelsea on Boxing Day confident of taking three Premier League points.

Matthew Scott

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Bolton sign Heskey

Former England international and Newcastle Jets marquee man Emile Heskey has signed a short-term contract at Championship outfit Bolton Wanderers.

Harry West

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Preview: Everton v Stoke City

Roberto Martinez has challenged Everton to capitalise on an "incredible opportunity" to find form over Christmas as they host Stoke City.

Nicholas McGee

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Preview: Burnley v Liverpool

Burnley manager Sean Dyche has defended his Liverpool counterpart Brendan Rodgers ahead of their Premier League meeting on Boxing Day.

Harry West

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Redknapp putting off Austin talks

Harry Redknapp believes Charlie Austin's long-term future at QPR could depend on the club remaining in the Premier League.

Harry West

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Martinez seeks consistency

Roberto Martinez has urged Everton to find consistency and rediscover their best form following a disappointing first half of the season.

Nicholas McGee

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Van Gaal refuses to quash Bale talk

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal remained tight-lipped when quizzed about a possible move for Real Madrid star Gareth Bale.

Harry West

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New Dynamo coach Coyle looks to mother's positive example

The new Houston Dynamo coach brings a positive attitude to his new job

Jon Arnold

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Why NYC Football Club vs. Red Bulls could be next Big Apple rivalry

Yankees, YES Network bank on competition between NY vs. Jersey-based teams.

Michael McCarthy

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