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Report: Chelsea 2 West Brom 0

Diego Costa was on target yet again as Chelsea beat 10-man West Brom 2-0 to go seven points clear at the top of the Premier League.

Peter Thompson

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Rooney fires as Man U down Arsenal

Manchester United weathered a storm to secure a 2-1 victory on Saturday that leaves Arsenal 15 points adrift of the Premier League pace.

Dom Farrell

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Messi breaks La Liga goal record

Lionel Messi became the leading goalscorer in La Liga history after netting a hat-trick for Barcelona against Sevilla on Saturday.

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Bundesliga Review

Wolfsburg's slip-up and a typical Bayern Munich thrashing moved the champions seven points clear at the top of the Bundesliga.

Matthew Scott

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Tim Howard named 2014 U.S. Soccer Athlete of the Year

After a record-setting performance at the World Cup and a sterling year on the club level, Tim Howard can add another feather to his cap.

Thomas Floyd

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Wigan Athletic sponsor leaves club due to racist and anti-Semitic comments

Wigan Athletic sponsor Premier Range will end its agreement with the Championship club.

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Transfer rumors: Why Arsenal, Inter and AC Milan should be queuing up for Fabian Schar

Basel is bracing for a flurry of interest from Europe's big guns in January.

Joe Wright

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U.S. Soccer's best: No American kept up with Jermaine Jones in 2014

Jermaine Jones should be named U.S. Soccer Athlete of the Year.

Mike DeCourcy

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Klinsmann rips into U.S. team after Ireland thrashing

The U.S. team's worst loss in more than two years had its head coach bashing the embarrassing performance.

Ives Galarcep

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Cahill adamant Australia on right track

Tim Cahill has called on the Australian public not to lose faith in the Socceroos ahead of January's AFC Asian Cup Down Under.

John Greco

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Messi vs. Ronaldo fails to inspire in Portugal win over Argentina

Argentina and Portugal at Old Trafford barely rose above the ordinary.

Peter Staunton

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Bitter end to a good year for the Mexican national team

After a win over the Netherlands, El Tri had a major letdown against Belarus to close the year.

Tom Marshall

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Transfer rumors: Lionel Messi hints a Barcelona exit in near future

Barcelona forward Lionel Messi has hinted for the first time that he could leave the Catalan giants in the near future.

Ben Hayward

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Preview: Japan v Socceroos

The Socceroos will look to put in a more complete performance together when they take on AFC rivals Japan on Tuesday night in their final hit-out before the Asian Cup.

John Greco

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Wenger: Podolski not for sale

​Arsene Wenger has no intention of letting Lukas Podolski leave Arsenal in the January transfer window.

Alex Fisher

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Schalke not in for Germany pair

​Schalke general manager Horst Heldt has stressed that the Bundesliga club are not looking to sign Andre Schurrle or Lukas Podolski.

Nicholas McGee

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Di Maria: Ronaldo sold United move

Angel di Maria has revealed Cristiano Ronaldo helped convince him a move to Manchester United was the right one.

Alex Fisher

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Brazilian Serie A Review

Cruzeiro edged closer to retaining their Brazilian Serie A title courtesy of a hard-fought 1-0 victory at slumping Santos.

Sacha Pisani

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QPR accept FA charge

​QPR have accepted a Football Association misconduct charge for failing to control their players during the 2-2 draw with Manchester City.

Alex Fisher

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Sunderland fined £20,000

Sunderland have been fined £20,000 by the Football Association for the conduct of their players in the 1-1 Premier League draw with Everton.

Jack Davies

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Bernstein calls for FIFA boycott

Former Football Association chairman David Bernstein has called on UEFA to boycott the 2018 World Cup unless there are changes within FIFA.

Alex Fisher

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Does Lionel Messi need a transfer to the Premier League?

Messi transferring to a top Premier League club would represent the biggest story in the history of the sport.

Liam Twomey

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Rooney praises Welbeck

England centurion Wayne Rooney paid tribute to Danny Welbeck after his strike partner starred in Saturday's 3-1 win over Slovenia.

Dom Farrell

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Report: England 3 Slovenia 1

Danny Welbeck stole the headlines from Wayne Rooney as England came from behind to beat Slovenia 3-1 at Wembley in Euro 2016 qualifying.

Dom Farrell

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Flares and firecrckers rain down on Euro 2016 qualifier

The Euro 2016 qualifier between Croatia and Italy was suspended in the second half because of hostile fan behavior.

Troy Machir

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Rubio Rubin, 18, impresses in U.S. national team debut

The teenage forward was among the bright spots for the U.S. in Friday's loss to Colombia.

Ives Galarcep

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Barca: We're not after Jose Mourinho

​Former Barcelona president Joan Laporta has rejected rumours that he will appoint Jose Mourinho as head coach if re-elected.

Nicholas McGee

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USA vs. Colombia: James the hero as Colombians make a home away from home

It could have been downtown Bogota given the sheer volume of the Colombians whenever their team attacked.

Kris Voakes

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Ronaldo makes history, Greece shocked

Cristiano Ronaldo became the leading European Championship goalscorer on Friday as his winner helped Portugal edge Armenia 1-0.

Matthew Rogerson

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New York City FC unveils home uniform for inaugural season

New York City FC, the new Major League Soccer franchise, has unveiled its first ever home jersey.

Mike Slane

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FIFA summary of Qatar World Cup bid investigation is both tricky and slick

FIFA does not care what you think. Only that you watch.

Mike DeCourcy

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Pele taken to hospital for 'medical evaluation'

The private Agencia Estado news service and other local media say the 74-year-old football great is suffering from stomach pain, but his condition was not serious.

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Reunited: Lionel Messi and Carlos Tevez catch the eye in Argentina win

Lionel Messi and Carlos Tevez played together in the second half of Argentina's triumph.

Kris Voakes

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Luis Suarez: Biting might be scary but it's harmless

Luis Suarez has defended his history of biting players in matches by insisting it's "relatively harmless."

Miles Chambers

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Carlos Vela scores twice in long-awaited return to Mexico soccer

Maybe Carlos Vela was all Mexico needed to advance in the World Cup.

Mike Slane

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Pearl Jam anthem

What better way to start an MLS Cup playoff game than a Mike McCready guitar anthem?

Caroline Sikes

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U.S. coach Klinsmann likely to field very different lineups for upcoming friendlies

Two friendlies, two very different challenges, and likely, two very different starting lineups for Jurgen Klinsmann.

Ives Galarcep

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Everton fan's gross moment caught on video.

We hope this is too good to be true, because it's really gross.

Troy Machir

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World Cup rematch: Vela, Chicharito set to start for Mexico vs. Netherlands

Carlos Vela will start against the Netherlands on Wednesday in Amsterdam on his return Mexico team.

Tom Marshall

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MLS Playoffs: Seattle Sounders chasing history and a storybook finish

Whether the team's biggest star admits it or not, the 2014 Sounders make for a compelling plot.

Keith Hickey

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Balotelli not different, says Conte

Italy coach Antonio Conte insists Mario Balotelli should be treated the same as any other player in his squad.

Peter Hanson

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Dzeko out with 'serious injury'

Manchester City striker Edin Dzeko has suffered a "serious" thigh injury according to Bosnia-Herzegovina's team doctor.

Matthew Scott

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Del Bosque: No sign of weakness

Vicente del Bosque has scoffed at suggestions that omitting Diego Costa from Spain's squad is a sign of weakness.

Peter Hanson

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Adebayor hits out at Tottenham fans

​Emmanuel Adebayor has hit out at Tottenham fans for failing to get behind the side during a poor run of form.

Alex Fisher

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Clint Dempsey left off U.S. roster for Colombia, Ireland friendlies

United States captain Clint Dempsey is sitting this round out.

Thomas Floyd

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The MLS Wrap: Donovan leads Galaxy, Nguyen guides Revs to emphatic playoff wins

The LA Galaxy and New England Revolution have the look of champions thanks to their stars.

Ives Galarcep

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Transfer news: Oscar signs new Chelsea deal

Chelsea midfielder Oscar has signed a new contract with the Premier League leader that will run until 2019.

Alex Fisher

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La Liga Review

Atletico Madrid missed the chance to go second in La Liga after losing 2-1 at manager-less Real Sociedad on Sunday.

Tony Kelshaw

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Wenger bemoans late lapses

Arsene Wenger rued Arsenal's lack of "killer instinct" after they again surrendered a lead to lose 2-1 at Swansea City on Sunday.

Peter Thompson

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Monk hails Swansea belief

Garry Monk felt Swansea City's late fightback against Arsenal demonstrated the character in his squad as they secured a 2-1 victory.

Peter Thompson

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Bundesliga Review

Borussia Dortmund moved off bottom spot in the Bundesliga thanks to a bizarre own goal, while Wolfsburg's superb form continued on Sunday.

Peter Hanson

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Everton worries over duo

Everton have injury concerns surrounding midfield duo Gareth Barry and James McCarthy following the 1-1 Premier League draw with Sunderland.

Dom Farrell

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Serie A Review

Serie A pacesetters Juventus demolished rock-bottom Parma 7-0 on Sunday, but Roma remain just behind them after beating Torino 3-0.

Ryan Benson

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Ligue 1 Review

A 2-0 Classique win over Marseille moved Paris Saint-Germain to within one point of the Ligue 1 pacesetters, with Lyon also closing in.

Ryan Benson

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David Beckham's son reportedly signs with Arsenal

Brooklyn Beckham, the 15-year-old son of David Beckham, has reportedly signed his first professional contract.

Troy Machir

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Another Premier League slip for Arsenal

Arsenal were again unable to hold on to a lead as Swansea City fought back to secure a 2-1 Premier League win at the Liberty Stadium.

Peter Thompson

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Report: Sunderland 1 Everton 1

A second-half penalty from Leighton Baines secured a 1-1 Premier League draw for Everton at Sunderland on Sunday.

Dom Farrell

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Stoke burst Tottenham bubble

​Stoke City added to Mauricio Pochettino's Premier League woes with a 2-1 victory over Tottenham at White Hart Lane on Sunday.

Alex Fisher

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Howard: Everton's Martinez destined for World Coach of the Year crown

Everton goalkeeper Tim Howard has hailed his manager Roberto Martinez as a "genius."

Staff report

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MLS Playoffs: D.C. United laments first-leg showing after elimination

The home side won Saturday's second leg, but ultimately couldn't overcome a poor performance in the first leg.

Seth Vertelney

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Little girl hit

This is a tough girl and she was a good sport about everything.

Jasmine Watkins

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Aguero rescues draw for sloppy City

Sergio Aguero's brace salvaged a 2-2 draw for Manchester City at QPR as the champions lost further ground in their title defence.

Dom Farrell

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Mourinho's men haunt Anfield again

Chelsea may have extinguished Liverpool's Premier League title hopes at Anfield for a second straight season after a 2-1 win on Saturday.

Matthew Scott

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Luis Enrique: Barca got lucky

Barcelona coach Luis Enrique has acknowledged that his team rode their luck during Saturday’s 2-1 win at Almeria.

Ryan Benson

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Preview: Liverpool v Chelsea

Brendan Rodgers has called on Liverpool to banish memories of their last home clash with Chelsea and kick-start their season on Saturday.

Sportal

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Tim Howard: Passing is key on and off the field

The USA and Everton goalkeeper urges fans to share their childhood sports photos for the #PassForSchool campaign to help fund education for disadvantaged children.

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UEFA Europa League Review: Quartet reach knockout phase

Dinamo Moscow, Fiorentina, Legia Warsaw and Salzburg became the first teams to reach the UEFA Europa League's knockout phase on Thursday.

Sportal

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Jerry Jones not interested in becoming a Premier League owner

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is not interested in becoming a Premier League owner.

Seth Vertelney

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There are no comfortable solutions for FIFA's Qatar World Cup folly

FIFA's quest to bringing the World Cup to the Middle East has failed miserably so far.

Mike DeCourcy

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Manchester City needs a miracle to advance in UEFA Champions League

Man City contemplating another Champions League group stage exit following a 2-1 defeat against CSKA Moscow.

Peter Staunton

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City self-destruct against CSKA

Manchester City's hopes of staying in the UEFA Champions League were dealt a big blow as Seydou Doumbia's double gave CSKA Moscow a 2-1 win.

Sportal

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Hazard misses penalty as Chelsea held

Eden Hazard's late penalty miss meant Chelsea had to settle for a 1-1 draw at Maribor in the UEFA Champions League.

Sportal

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Who has the record, Cristiano? Magical Messi in Ronaldo's way once again

The race to top Raul's Champions League goal record is almost over - and Lionel Messi is set to break it.

Ben Hayward

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Lionel Messi bests Cristiano Ronaldo to tie Champions League goal record

Lionel Messi has beaten Cristiano Ronaldo to the Champions League goals record held by Real Madrid icon Raul with his double for Barcelona at Ajax on Wednesday night.

Ben Hayward

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Champions League: Barcelona star Luis Suarez returns to site of first bite

There was plenty of controversy surrounding Luis Suarez during his time with Ajax.

Stefan Coerts

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Domestic violence trial date set for USWNT goalkeeper Hope Solo

A January trial date has been set for U.S. team goalkeeper Hope Solo on misdemeanor domestic violence charges.

Associated Press

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Champions League: Real Madrid's Karim Benzema shows he's Europe's best No. 9

Once booed by Real Madrid, Karim Benzema is playing his best this season.

Ben Hayward

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Real edge past weakened Liverpool

Holders Real Madrid booked their place in the UEFA Champions League knockout stages with a 1-0 Group B win over Liverpool.

Sportal

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Champions League: Liverpool holds its own but Rodgers' selection is an insult to fans

Brendan Rodgers rested several key players for the Champions League clash against Real Madrid.

Greg Stobart

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Arsenal self destruct in draw

Arsenal spurned the chance to progress to the UEFA Champions League knockout stages on Tuesday after being held to a 3-3 draw by Anderlecht.

Matthew Rogerson

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Champions League failures prove the Premier League is no longer the best

The self-proclaimed title of the ‘best league in the world’ has faded from the Premier League lexicon.

Greg Stobart

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FIFA close to World Cup decision

FIFA have narrowed down the options for when the 2022 World Cup in Qatar will be held, according to secretary general Jerome Valcke.

Sportal

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Fellaini slams spit suggestions

Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini has slammed suggestions he spat at Manchester City's Sergio Aguero during Sunday's derby.

Peter Hanson

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Jedinak sent off in Palace defeat

Jordi Gomez and Steven Fletcher spared Wes Brown's blushes as Sunderland beat Crystal Palace 3-1 to move out of the relegation zone.

Sportal

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MLS player Daniel Paladini suspended following reported domestic dispute

MLS announced it has been informed by the Crew that police were called to the home of midfielder Daniel Paladini on Tuesday because of a reported domestic dispute.

Mike Slane

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Bayern Munich midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger set to return this year

Bastian Schweinsteiger is likely to return for Bayern Munich this year, having missed the start of the campaign with a knee injury.

Matthew Rogerson

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The MLS Wrap: Thierry Henry playing like he wants to go out a champion

Thierry Henry's desire to add an MLS Cup title to his resume has the Red Bulls looking like a tough team to stop.

Ives Galarcep

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La Liga review

Sevilla missed an opportunity to go top of La Liga when they suffered a 1-0 defeat against Athletic Bilbao at San Mames on Sunday.

Peter Thompson

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Serie A Review

Palermo stunned Milan with a 2-0 win on Sunday to extend the San Siro outfit's winless run to three matches in Serie A.

Jack Davies

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Ligue 1 Review

Marseille bounced back from last week's loss to Lyon to overcome Lens 2-1 in Ligue 1 on Sunday despite a second-half red card.

Michael Huguenin

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Fellaini did not spit - Van Gaal

Louis van Gaal insists Marouane Fellaini did not spit at Sergio Aguero during his Manchester United side's 1-0 defeat at Manchester City.

Jack Davies

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Bundesliga Review

​Borussia Monchengladbach maintained their unbeaten record this season with a 3-1 Bundesliga victory over Hoffenheim on Sunday.

Alex Fisher

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Report: Aston Villa 1 Tottenham 2

Christian Benteke's red card proved to be costly as Tottenham came from behind to beat Aston Villa 2-1 in a dramatic Premier League finish on Sunday.

Peter Thompson

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Van Gaal lashes 'stupid' Smalling

Louis van Gaal lambasted Chris Smalling as "not very smart" after his sending off in the 1-0 Manchester derby loss.

Matthew Sherry

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Manchester Derby: City get to brag

Champions Manchester City continued their recent derby dominance with a 1-0 Premier League win over 10-man Manchester United on Sunday.

Matthew Sherry

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Foolish Smalling let down Van Gaal in Manchester derby

Chris Smalling was described as 'humble' by Louis van Gaal after his foolish red card.

Greg Stobart

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Excluding Barcelona's Suarez from Ballon d'Or nominees was no faux pas

The reason Luis Suarez is not on the list is because the 23 soccer players who were nominated didn’t bite anyone.

Mike DeCourcy

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Walcott's return more pivotal for Arsenal than Alexis' performance

Arsene Wenger has another weapon to add to his attack with Theo Walcott's return.

Oliver Platt

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Preview: Arsenal v Burnley

Theo Walcott is expected to make his first-team return after 10 months out of action when Arsenal host Premier League basement boys Burnley.

Sportal

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Russian soccer coach refuses to sign black players, makes Ebola crack

Igor Gamula told reporters the club had "enough dark-skinned players, we've got six of the things." He also joked about about an illness that has hit some of his Russian players: "I'm already worrying it's Ebola."

T Associated Press

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Diego Costa available for Chelsea

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has confirmed striker Diego Costa is available to be selected for Saturday's home game against QPR.

Sportal

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Falcao out of Manchester derby

Manchester United's Radamel Falcao has been ruled out of Sunday's derby with Manchester City, but captain Wayne Rooney is fit to play.

Sportal

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Ajax keen on Adelaide youngster

Adelaide United coach Josep Gombau has confirmed Eredivisie giants Ajax are looking to take teenage winger Awer Mabil on trial

Iain Strachan

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Real Guys in Sports: Five greatest soccer hairstyles

We look at the greatest hairstyles to ever grace soccer.

Beth Hinson

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Radamel Falcao ruled out for Manchester derby

Manchester United's Radamel Falcao has been ruled out of Sunday's derby with Manchester City.

Mike Slane

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Transfer news: How Di Maria could have joined Manchester City rather than United

Angel Di Maria as made a stunning start to his United career but could easily have been lining up for City.

Greg Stobart

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Major League Soccer announces new Los Angeles team

Major League Soccer announced its newest Los Angeles franchise, set to begin play in 2017.

Seth Vertelney

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Transfer news: Terms agreed on Manchester United's permanent Falcao move

Manchester United has agreed and shaken hands on a 44 million pound deal to sign Radamel Falcao.

Greg Stobart

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Transfer news: New York Cosmos sign Spanish legend Raul

The New York Cosmos of the NASL have signed former Real Madrid striker Raul Gonzalez Blanco.

Ives Galarcep

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City stunned on home soil

Holders Manchester City crashed out of the League Cup after a shock 2-0 home defeat to Newcastle United on Wednesday.

Sportal

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Chicharito scores in Real Madrid Copa del Rey win

Javier "Chicharito" Hernandez scored his fourth goal with Real Madrid in a 4-1 win.

Seth Vertelney

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Transfer rumors: Mexico's Guillermo Ochoa looking for way out of Malaga?

Guillermo Ochoa’s short stint at Malaga could be coming to an end this winter.

Tom Marshall

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Jurgen Klinsmann's FIFA Coach of the Year nod raises interesting questions

The U.S. national team coach was surprisingly added to the shortlist for the award.

Ives Galarcep

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Transfer news: Alejandro Bedoya will likely move from Nantes in winter

Alejandro Bedoya will likely move away from the French club this winter after talks of a new deal fall apart.

Ives Galarcep

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Liverpool win thriller, Chelsea edge through

Mario Balotelli ended his goal drought as Liverpool produced a dramatic late fightback to beat Swansea City 2-1 in the League Cup.

Peter Thompson

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Preview: Man City v Newcastle

James Milner insists Manchester City are fully focused on the next stage of their League Cup defence against Newcastle United on Wednesday.

Dom Farrell

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Maradona allegedly caught on camera hitting girlfriend

Argentine legend Diego Maradona was allegedly caught on camera striking his ex-girlfriend.

Troy Machir

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Carlos Vela among Europe-based players called for Mexico friendlies

Carlos Vela has been called into Mexico's camp for November friendly matches against the Netherlands and Belarus.

Jon Arnold

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U.S. coach Jurgen Klinsmann named to FIFA Coach of the Year shortlist

Jurgen Klinsmann has been named on the 10-man shortlist for the FIFA World Coach of the Year for Men’s Football award.

Seth Vertelney

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Ballon d'Or: No Luis Suarez, no credibility for FIFA's top prize

The exclusion of Luis Suarez from the shortlist makes a mockery of the search to find the year's best 23 players.

Kris Voakes

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Six Germans in Ballon d'Or contention

Six members of Germany's World Cup-winning squad featured in FIFA's shortlist for the Ballon d'Or released on Tuesday.

Michael Huguenin

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Mourinho bemoans Costa problems

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has blamed Spain coach Vicente del Bosque for Diego Costa's current injury problems.

Jack Davies

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Austin at the double to continue Villa misery

Charlie Austin proved QPR's match-winner with a brace to secure a 2-0 win over Aston Villa and lift them off the foot of the Premier League.

Sportal

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Major League Soccer announces plans for new Los Angeles franchise

Major League Soccer announces the closing down of Chivas USA and start of new LA team.

Ives Galarcep

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Major League Soccer playoff schedule set

Ten teams will vie for the MLS Cup, which will be awarded on Dec. 7.

Seth Vertelney

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MLS Playoffs: Columbus Crew are a legit title contender heading into postseason

Columbus has put together a dream campaign that could see it be the latest surprise MLS Cup champion.

Ives Galarcep

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South Africa captain dies after shooting

South Africa captain and Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Senzo Meyiwa has died after a shooting incident in Johannesburg on Sunday.

Sacha Pisani

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Van Persie, Van Gaal summon the spirit of Fergie to halt Chelsea juggernaut

Louis van Gaal's game plan to stifle the EPL leader was straight out of the playbook of Sir Alex Ferguson.

Liam Towney

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Van Gaal wants more

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal believes his team are capable of improvement in big games following their 1-1 draw with Chelsea.

Sportal

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Van Persie rescues United against Chelsea

Robin van Persie's last-gasp goal rescued a point for Manchester United as Louis van Gaal and Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho shared a 1-1 draw.

Sportal

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Real Madrid holds bragging rights over Barcelona following Clasico win

The European champions were at their very best as they saw off Barcelona with a wonderful display.

Kris Voakes

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U.S. women thump Mexico, cruise to another Women's World Cup

The Yanks are heading to their seventh straight World Cup after a win over southern neighbor Mexico.

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MLS ref benched

Police say Jose Rivero unlawfully received more than $14,000 in unemployment benefits while working.

T Associated Press

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Preview: Man Utd v Chelsea

Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal will not be surprised if striker Diego Costa is involved when Chelsea visit Old Trafford on Sunday.

Sportal

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Ronaldo commercial

The commercial is so awesome you will wish it was a real movie.

Jasmine Watkins

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Public enemy No. 1: Why Luis Enrique is hated by Real Madrid fans

Luis Enrique returns to the Santiago Bernabeu for the first time as Barcelona boss on Saturday.

Ben Hayward

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Abby Wambach: Hope Solo in 'different situation' than Ray Rice

Abby Wambach has spoken out about the domestic violence charge facing teammate Hope Solo.

K Hickey, Goal.com

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Spurs run riot, Napoli upset

Tottenham got their UEFA Europa League campaign up and running in style with a 5-1 win over Asteris Tripolis on Thursday.

Matthew Rogerson

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Lamela's "Rabona" goal

Tottenham's Erik Lamela scored one of the most beautiful, magical, and impossibly difficult goals we've seen in over a decade.

Troy Machir

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Greg Garza's career is thriving three years after he nearly quit soccer

U.S. national team and Club Tijuana defender Greg Garza is enjoying a dream run in his career.

Ives Galarcep

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Balotelli disappoints Rodgers with shirt swap

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers was disappointed to learn that Mario Balotelli swapped shirts at half-time in the 3-0 loss to Real Madrid.

Sportal

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Rafael: Chelsea are beatable

Rafael da Silva is confident Manchester United can inflict Chelsea's first defeat of the season when the two meet in the Premier League.

Harry West

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Report: Liverpool 0 Real Madrid 3

Real Madrid cruised to a 3-0 UEFA Champions League Group B victory over Liverpool thanks to a clinical first-half showing at Anfield.

Sportal

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Report: Anderlecht 1 Arsenal 2

Kieran Gibbs and Lukas Podolski scored in the last five minutes as Arsenal claimed an incredible 2-1 win at Anderlecht on Wednesday.

James Willoughby

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Balotelli risks ire of Liverpool fans with halftime shirt swap against Real Madrid

Mario Balotelli has risked the anger of Liverpool fans by swapping shirts with Pepe at halftime of the Reds' clash with Real Madrid.

Staff report

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Ronaldo and Madrid send Clasico message with easy win over Liverpool

Cristiano Ronaldo and Real Madrid showed they are ready for the meeting with Barcelona on Saturday.

Ben Hayward

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David Villa leaving Melbourne City early

Melbourne City confirmed star David Villa will leave Australia after the fourth round of the A-League season, with a return date in doubt.

Iain Strachan

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Report: Roma 1 Bayern Munich 7

Bayern Munich produced a scintillating display to batter Roma 7-1 and take firm control of UEFA Champions League Group E on Tuesday.

Sportal

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Report: Chelsea 6 Maribor 0

Didier Drogba scored his first goal for Chelsea since the 2012 UEFA Champions League final as they beat Maribor 6-0 on Tuesday.

Sportal

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Report: CSKA Moscow 2 Manchester City 2

Manchester City threw away a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 against CSKA Moscow in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday.

Sportal

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Rome burns as brilliant Bayern sends out Champions League warning

The German champions were in sensational form at the Stadio Olimpico, laying down a real marker in Europe.

Kris Voakes

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Complacent Manchester City hanging by a thread in the Champions League yet again

Manuel Pellegrini's men should have been celebrating a first Group D win in Moscow.

Jamie Dunn

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Sunderland players offer fans refund after Southampton beating

Sunderland fans are offered a ticket refund after they traveled to Southampton only to watch their side get hammered 8-0 on Saturday.

Staff report

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Blind rescues point for United

Daley Blind grabbed an 87th-minute equaliser as Manchester United came from behind for a second time to draw 2-2 at West Brom on Monday.

Nicholas McGee

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Stoke fight back to beat Swansea

Jonathan Walters stepped off the bench to net the winner as Stoke City came from behind to beat Swansea City 2-1 at the Britannia Stadium.

Sportal

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Liverpool snatch victory over QPR

Richard Dunne and Steven Caulker put through their own net as Liverpool won 3-2 against QPR following remarkable late drama at Loftus Road.

Sportal

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United injury crisis eases

Manchester United have only four injury worries for Monday's Premier League trip to West Brom, manager Louis van Gaal has confirmed.

Sportal

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Preview: QPR v Liverpool

Brendan Rodgers will be eager to end an eventful week on a high note when Liverpool face QPR in the Premier League on Sunday.

Sportal

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Wenger targeting January signing

Arsene Wenger has revealed Arsenal will be in the market to sign another defender when the transfer window re-opens in January.

Harry West

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Southgate: Shaw still learning

England Under-21 boss Gareth Southgate believes Luke Shaw is reaping the benefits of training with world-class talent at Manchester United.

Harry West

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Guardiola reveals United desire

Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola claims he could see himself managing Manchester United one day, according to quotes in his new book.

Sacha Pisani

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Barcelona v Eibar Preview

Lionel Messi aims to commemorate the 10th anniversary of his Barcelona debut by surpassing Telmo Zarra as La Liga's all-time leading scorer.

James Hogan

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Preview: Levante v Real Madrid

Cristiano Ronaldo and Real Madrid are out to maintain their exhilarating form at Levante ahead of big clashes with Liverpool and Barcelona.

James Hogan

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Preview: Manchester City v Spurs

Mauricio Pochettino says confidence is high at Tottenham as they head to Manchester City hoping to atone for two humbling defeats last term.

Sportal

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Preview: Crystal Palace v Chelsea

Neil Warnock is aware Crystal Palace will have to produce an outstanding performance if they are to topple Premier League leaders Chelsea.

Sportal

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Preview: Arsenal v Hull City

Arsene Wenger is wary of the threat posed by Hull City, despite Arsenal's superb record against Saturday's visitors to the Emirates Stadium.

Sportal

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Krul injury fears allayed

Newcastle United goalkeeper Tim Krul is expected to play against Leicester City on Saturday after fears over an elbow injury were allayed.

Sportal

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Shearer says Newcastle must win

Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer believes the club face a must-win game against Leicester City at St James' Park this weekend.

Sportal

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Giggs hails Van Gaal

Ryan Giggs believes Louis van Gaal has embraced "the philosophy of Manchester United" by nurturing youngsters like Tyler Blackett.

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Blind will not shy away

Daley Blind believes he will thrive in a star-studded Manchester United dressing room due to the self-confidence instilled in him at Ajax.

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Euro 2016 Qualifying wrap

Germany suffered another blow in their Euro 2016 qualifying campaign as they were held to a 1-1 draw by the Republic of Ireland on Tuesday.

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England beat Estonia 1-0 in Euro 2016 qualifier

Wayne Rooney scored the only goal of the game as England beat 10-man Estonia to make it three Euro 2016 qualifying wins out of three.

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Germany stunned, Gibraltar rocked

Arkadiusz Milik and Sebastian Mila found the net as Poland stunned Germany with a 2-0 victory in their Euro 2016 qualifier on Saturday.

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Poland defeat world champions Germany

Arkadiusz Milik and Sebastian Mila grabbed the goals as Poland won 2-0 in Warsaw to hand Germany's Euro 2016 qualifying campaign a blow.

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Low laments upset plans

Germany boss Joachim Low has bemoaned his side's disrupted plans as they prepare for their upcoming Euro 2016 qualifiers.

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Rode learning at Bayern

Since moving from Eintracht Frankfurt in the off-season, Sebastian Rode says he is learning every day at Bayern Munich under Pep Guardiola.

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Report: South Korea 2 Paraguay 0

Uli Stielike's first game in charge of South Korea ended in comfortable victory as they cruised to a 2-0 win over Paraguay on Friday.

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Preview: Estonia v England

Roy Hodgson has warned his England players against being lulled into a false sense of security ahead of their Euro 2016 qualifier in Estonia.

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Euro 2016 Qualifying wrap

Giorgio Chiellini scored all three goals in Italy's 2-1 win over Azerbaijan on Friday, while Netherlands returned to winning ways.

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Stones out for 10-14 weeks

Everton manager Roberto Martinez has confirmed John Stones requires surgery on his injured ankle and is facing 10-14 weeks out.

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Mirallas not requiring surgery

Everton have been given a boost by the news that Kevin Mirallas' hamstring injury will not require surgery.

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Slovakia 2 Spain 1

Miroslav Stoch's dramatic late winner condemned Spain to a first qualifying loss in eight years as Slovakia earned a shock 2-1 victory.

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England 5 San Marino 0

England cruised to a 5-0 victory over San Marino at Wembley as their assured start to their Euro 2016 qualifying campaign continued.

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Del Bosque challenges Costa

​Spain coach Vicente del Bosque has challenged striker Diego Costa to replicate his prolific domestic form for the European champions.

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Barca must stay - Benzema

​Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema believes Barcelona must stay in La Liga, regardless of whether Catalonia gains independence from Spain.

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Falcao grateful for United 'gamble'

Radamel Falcao expressed his gratitude to Manchester United for taking a "gamble" on him and hopes to remain at the club for a long time.

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FIFA to face compensation claims

European clubs could request compensation from FIFA if the decision is made to move the Qatar World Cup in 2022

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Ozil out for three months

Arsenal playmaker Mesut Ozil is set for a three-month lay-off due to a knee injury, his country Germany have revealed.

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Tommy Oar pumped for Middle East friendlies

Socceroos attacker Tommy Oar is in a buoyant mood ahead of his side's friendlies against the UAE and Qatar.

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Lallana hungry to impress

Adam Lallana is eager to impress England manager Roy Hodgson if given the chance against San Marino on Thursday.

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Preview: England v San Marino

James Milner has warned England not to underestimate San Marino ahead of Thursday's Euro 2016 qualifier at Wembley.

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Di Matteo can be Schalke success

Schalke general manager Horst Heldt is convinced Roberto Di Matteo is the right man to achieve the club's domestic and European ambitions.

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Villa excites Melbourne City team-mates

Melbourne City captain Patrick Kisnorbo can already see why star loan signing David Villa has mixed with the best.

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Tottenham beats Pochettino's former club Southampton

Mauricio Pochettino got the better of his former club as Tottenham beat Southampton 1-0 for their first win in five Premier League matches.

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Van Gaal salutes 'great' De Gea

Louis van Gaal lauded David de Gea after the goalkeeper's late heroics helped Manchester United to a 2-1 Premier League win over Everton.

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Tempers flare as Wenger shoves Mourinho

Arsene Wenger insisted he did not regret his touchline spat with Jose Mourinho during Arsenal's 2-0 to defeat to Chelsea on Sunday.

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Chelsea too strong - Petit

Former French midfielder Emmanuel Petit believes Chelsea will exploit a lightweight Arsenal side in their Premier League clash on Sunday.

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Liverpool 2 West Brom 1

Liverpool ended a run of three winless Premier League games with a battling 2-1 victory over West Brom at Anfield.

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Aston Villa 0 Man City 2

Yaya Toure belatedly brought his season to life as Manchester City left it late to beat Aston Villa 2-0 in the Premier League on Saturday.

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Kruse replaces injured Juric

Robbie Kruse was called up to the Socceroos squad, after Tomi Juric was ruled out of friendlies with United Arab Emirates and Qatar.

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