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Bolivia vs Peru: TV channel, stream & team news

La Blanquirroja made ground on the top four of their group with victory against Ecuador and will hope for more points against La Verde

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Messi has no regrets over PSG move

The veteran forward has made a slow beginning to life at Parc des Princes after leaving Barcelona

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Ballon d'Or winner Hegerberg returns after 21 months out

The competition record goalscorer ended her long layoff following a succession of debilitating injuries with a late cameo off the bench

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Have Barcelona and Real Madrid ever been relegated?

The Clasico giants are synonymous with national, continental and global success, but have they ever dropped out of the top flight?

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Gomes: No regrets over Man Utd exit

The midfielder has been handed his first call-up to the highest tier of the Young Lions' youth setup a year on from swapping Old Trafford for Ligue 1

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Guardiola responds to reported spitting incident

The Man City boss said a supporter's alleged confrontation with his backroom staff didn't represent all Reds spectators

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Danilo: I think Pep treats his wife like a football player!

The full-back has reflected upon his relationship with his boss during their time together and believes that the Spaniard struggles to switch off

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Tuchel hits back at Conte's comments on Lukaku failings

Following a strong start to his second life at Stamford Bridge, the Belgium international has hit a barren patch, coinciding with back-to-back defeats

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Townsend reveals why he copied Ronaldo's Siu celebration

The Toffees winger finished a slick counterattack in the second half and replicated the Man Utd star's trademark move afterwards

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Arteta 'pretty worried' about Xhaka injury

The midfielder was caught by a falling Lucas Moura following a Thomas Partey tackle and had to be assisted to reach the sideline

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USWNT star Heath makes Arsenal debut

The 33-year-old was on hand to play her first minutes for her new club at Meadow Park, as they made it three wins from three across the new campaign

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Mourinho: Referee and VAR ruined the derby

The Portuguese saw his side fight back from a two-goal deficit twice in pursuit of a draw, but was left fuming after a defeat

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Ibra admits he's 'not Superman' in rare moment of humility

The Rossoneri striker, a journeman forward and serial winner, has frequently rated himself among the game's modern greats

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Chelsea's Hayes fears abuse of players could lead to suicides

The Blues coach is the latest major figure in the game to speak out as the sport continues to reckon with the effects of abuse

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Leeds offer to take Afghan girls' squad amid Taliban escape

The Whites, alongside the charity Football for Peace and the company ROKiT, have written to PM Boris Johnson as they seek refugee visas

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FIFA 22 ratings: Inter's best players revealed

EA Sports and the Ratings Collective are rolling out the player ratings in their new game ahead of the October release date

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Ronaldo is the greatest player of all time - Neville

The former Red Devils defender was quick to hail his ex-team-mate as the finest to ever play the game, though fellow pundit Jamie Carragher disagreed

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Barca not a lot worse off without Messi - Nagelsmann

The Bavarian giants and the Catalan heavyweights will kick off their Champions League campaigns in a Group E encounter this week

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Marsch: I can't understand how Bielefeld have a chance against Bayern

The Bavarian giants, held to a shock draw last term by the minnows, have a vastly larger budget, and their rival coach feels the discrepancy is unfair

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FIFA 22 ratings: Dortmund's best players revealed

EA Sports and the Ratings Collective are rolling out the player ratings in their new game ahead of the October release date

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Solskjaer: I don't pay attention to Pogba's assists

The France international has enjoyed a record-breaking start to the new campaign but his coach would rather draw attention to his overall performance

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Madrid have money to sign Haaland & Mbappe - Tebas

Los Blancos could allegedly bring both the France & Norway stars to Santiago Bernabeu but La Liga's president fears the transfer market is broken

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Arteta on Arsenal stress: You want to hit yourself!

The Spaniard has presided over a difficult start to the campaign, with his side subjected to three opening defeats on the trot before they won

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Wrexham owner Reynolds pokes fun at FIFA 22 inclusion

The Hollywood actor has confirmed that the Welsh outfit will be playable in the next iteration of the popular game, due in October

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Lukaku to retire knee-slide celebration

The Belgian bagged a brace to continue his superb start to the season, but suffered a pratfall in his attempts to commemorate the moment

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Liverpool starlet Elliott stretchered off after horror injury

The England youth international was brought down just shy of the hour mark at Elland Road and required extensive medical attention

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Klopp blasts plans for biennial World Cup

The German's comments come amid speculation that FIFA could move to hold their lucrative showpiece tournament every two years instead of four

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Ibrahimovic believes his qualities match Messi & Ronaldo

The Milan attacker, who is now into his fourth decade near the summit of the professional game, feels that he is no less a skilled star than the duo

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Dani Alves leaves Sao Paulo over wage dispute

The veteran Brazilian has left the Serie A outfit, in the latest twist in a long-running saga between the two sides

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Odegaard aiming to win league within 'couple of years'

The Norway international has arrived amid the club's worst start to a campaign in recent memory but has bold hopes for his future in red and white

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Koeman on Pjanic: We have players better than him

The Blaugrana have loaned out the midfielder on a season-long deal to Besiktas, and now his coach has explained why

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Haaland: I don't score enough, I should have more goals than games

The Borrusia Dortmund star took his international tally to 12 goals in 15 caps during the September international break, but isn't happy with himself

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Muller defends Bayern transfers: Rivals weren't forced to sell

The Bundesliga champions launched a double raid on coach Julian Nagelsmann's former club RB Leipzig this year, leaving them struggling this term

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Ronaldo arrives for first full day of Man Utd training

The veteran was spotted at the Red Devils' Carrington base on Wednesday as he steps up preparations for a first Premier League game in over a decade

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Pique's relationship with Pep 'changed' after he dated Shakira

The Barcelona star, one of the few remaining players of the now-Manchester City boss' success-laden reign at Camp Nou, has reflected on their bond

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Messi unscathed after Venezuela horror tackle

The two nations meet in the Superclasico de las Americas for the first time since the Copa America final and La Albiceleste's star man should feature

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David Beckham's son Romeo signs first pro contract

The 19-year-old has agreed a deal with the reserve team of his father's MLS club Inter Miami

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Pulisic recounts asking Messi for a selfie after game

The striker faced the Argentina legend five years ago in the Copa America Centenario, and admits that he found himself tongue-tied on the occasion

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Fekir explains why Liverpool transfer fell through

The Real Betis attacker, then at Lyon, was at the centre of a protracted transfer saga as he saw a switch to Anfield collapse

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Mourinho urges Xhaka: Get the jab and be safe!

The Switzerland international missed his nation's friendly with Greece earlier this week after he was revealed to have the coronavirus

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Former Bayern & Juventus star Mandzukic retires

The ex-Croatia international, a World Cup runner-up at Russia 2018, has hung up his boots following a decorated 17-year spell at the top

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Real Betis sign Arsenal's Bellerin on season-long loan

The Gunners stalwart, who has been with the club for a decade, returns to play in his home country for the first time at club level

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Tottenham confirm Emerson Royal capture from Barcelona

The Brazil international brings an end to his stay at Camp Nou to make the move to the Premier League as Spurs' latest recruit of the transfer window

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Real Madrid sign Camavinga in €40m deal from Rennes

The France international makes the swap to Estadio Santiago Bernabeu in a move that sees him contracted to Los Blancos through to 2027

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Newcastle sign Munoz in striking similarity to film 'Goal!'

The Magpies have announced the arrival of the Santos Laguna teenager, in a peculiar case of fact almost echoing fiction

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Burnley's Wood strikes landmark Premier League goal

The New Zealand international opened the scoring against his old club and wrote his name into the record books in the process

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Muller admits to Messi and Ronaldo dream

The Argentine and Portuguese have both made sport-shaking swaps in recent weeks

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Chelsea provide Kante injury update after early sub

The France midfielder started against the Reds but was replaced at the break following a challenge by Sadio Mane

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Tuchel baffled by James red card in Liverpool draw

The Blues were reduced to 10 men after their right-back was sent off for a deliberate handball, leaving his coach perplexed by the decision

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Tuchel questions Hudson-Odoi's England U-21 snub

The winger turned down a spot in Lee Carsley's youth squad, a choice his manager is uncertain about

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Madrid boss Ancelotti tight-lipped on Mbappe talk

The France international could be on the cusp of a major-money move to Santiago Bernabeu but the Blancos boss is refusing to speculate

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Thiago Silva: PSG signing Sergio Ramos made me sad

The Brazilian was let go by the Ligue 1 side last year and has acknowledged that he has been left hurt by the call to bring in the Spain star

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Tottenham confirm Sarr transfer as Sissoko departs

Spurs have seen their dogged pursuit of the teenage Senegal international pay off, while the France international is headed to the Hornets

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Reus returns for Germany as Flick names first squad

The BVB captain is one of seven players absent from Euro 2020 who are included by the ex-Bayern boss in his maiden selection

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'Agent Bruno!' - Fernandes claims credit for Ronaldo return

The attacker, a legend in the halls of Old Trafford, has sealed a sensational homecoming hours after he seemed poised to join rivals Manchester City

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Raphinha reveals attending Ronaldinho's birthday party aged seven

The Brazil winger, who earned a first call-up to the national setup this month, has opened up on his relationship with the Selecao legend and his club

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Champions League groups: Messi's PSG face Man City

The Argentine will take on his former mentor Pep Guardiola with his new club after being closely linked to a City move himself

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Bayern stuck in Bremen thanks to WWII bomb

The German giants' travel plans were disrupted following their midweek victory

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Man Utd offer McTominay update after Scotland omission

The Red Devils man started the new season well but has been left out of Steve Clarke's latest squad amid an unspecified length lay-off

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James: I never wanted to play right-back!

The Blues star has made his name over the past few seasons as a defensive dynamo but originally didn't want anything to do with the position

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Man Utd urged to bid for Kane 'now' despite signings

The ex-Old Trafford favourite says that his former club must recruit the Tottenham attacker to stand a chance, with their new recruits not enough

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Liverpool midfielder Woodburn joins Hearts on loan

The Wales international, who broke through into the Reds' senior set-up five years ago as a teenager, will link up with the Scots this season

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Rummenigge 'feels sorry' for Bayern boo boy Sane

The Germany international was replaced at the break on Sunday after a poor first-half showing, with supporters delivering derision from the stands

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Tuchel questioned Chelsea decision to sack Lampard

The German enjoyed a superb start to life at Stamford Bridge with Champions League glory but says he was unsure about the call to fire his predecessor

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Bayern president baffled by PSG's FFP flexibility

The Ligue 1 giants have had a superstar shopping spree over the transfer window but the Bavarians' boss don't know how they have balanced the books

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Barca less feared without Messi - Koeman

The exit of the prolific forward after a glittering, near-two-decade career at Camp Nou, has left his old side without a crucial psychological edge

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Rashford 'very happy' with shoulder surgery

The attacker has been sidelined since the Euro 2020 Final at Wembley but has now successfully undergone an operation and is on the road to recovery

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Lukaku a 'big upgrade' for misfiring Werner - Tuchel

The German feels that his fellow countryman will be able to raise his game to new heights alongside the Blues' newest recruit

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Messi could make PSG debut against Reims - Poch

The former Barcelona forward will be looking to pick up his first minutes for his new club ahead of a return to the international fold next month

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Chelsea's Havertz keen on central striker role in Flick's Germany

With a new era set to dawn after Joachim Low's tenure, the attacker is ready to stake a claim for a particular spot with his successor

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Guardiola 'more than optimistic' despite Spurs defeat

The reigning champions suffered a loss in London to spark fears of another slow start to the season but their manager remains unfazed

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Varane has always fit Man Utd mould - Solskjaer

The World Cup-winning centre-back came close to a Red Devils move 10 years ago, but the Nowegian feels that he could have always been one of their own

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Pochettino: PSG need to build a team - and it won't be easy

The arrival of several superstars, led by Lionel Messi, has left the Argentine wondering just how he will figure out how to balance his many talents

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Madrid rubbish 'absurd' reports of Premier League switch

Los Blancos have offered a stern rebuttal of claims that they were mulling over a move to a foreign competition after reports claimed otherwise

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Barca finally register Depay after Pique takes 'substantial' pay cut

Having failed to retain Lionel Messi, the Blaugrana have at least managed to register several key faces ahead of the season opener this weekend

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Messi tribute from Koeman signals end of Barcelona era

With the forward set to hold a press conference on Sunday, any hopes of a last-gasp reversal look to have been dashed by the Blaugrana manager

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Messi to give Camp Nou press conference on Sunday

The Argentine will hold a media event at the home of the Blaugrana this weekend, where he will be expected to answer questions on his future

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Lingard in self-isolation after positive Covid-19 test

The playmaker, whose future remains the subject of speculation after last season's loan at West Ham, will miss this weekend's game with Everton

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Messi should go play with Ronaldo at Juventus! - James

The Argentine is on the lookout for a new home after leaving Camp Nou and the Colombian thinks he should link up with his old rival in Turin

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Arsenal & Man City-linked Zakaria has 'a lot of offers'

The Switzerland international, alongside team-mate Matthias Ginter, could both be headed out of Borussia-Park before the transfer window shuts

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Messi signing would not mean Mbappe exit - Poch

The ex-Barcelona forward has been linked with a Parc des Princes switch after news broke that his days at Camp Nou are over

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Mexico win Olympic bronze after beating Japan

Goals for Sebastian Cordova, Johan Vasquez and Alexis Vega helped make it two podium finishes in three tournaments for El Tri

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Villa offer Grealish shirt refunds after £100m Man City move

The Villans have announced they will accept returns of any new season strip with their ex-captain's name in exchange for a fresh top after his switch

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Tuchel on Chelsea squad: 42 players is not possible

The German faces some tough choices as he looks to refresh his Champions League-winning side ahead of the new season

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Solskjaer delivers verdict on Man Utd's title hopes

With the addition of Jadon Sancho and Raphael Varane, the Red Devils could prove a serious title threat this term, according to their manager

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Leeds goalkeeper Meslier explains Chelsea snub

The 21-year-old has been superb for the Whites since arriving in 2019 but has now spoken on why he turned down a Stamford Bridge move a year prior

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Leicester defender Fofana confirms he broke his leg

The centre-back was stretchered off in the Foxes' 3-2 victory over the Europa League holders and faces a long period on the sidelines

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Lloyd creates USWNT Olympics history

The Gotham forward, a double gold medalist in 2008 and 2012, nabbed her first goals of Tokyo 2020 during the bronze-medal match

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Chelsea move for Lukaku sees Inter ultras issue warning

The Belgium international was a star for the Serie A outfit in their title-winning campaign last term, but could leave this summer

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USWNT vs Canada: TV channel, stream and team news

Having edged their quarter-final opponents on penalties, the United States and Les Rouges face off for a shot at a gold medal

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Australia vs Sweden: TV channel, stream and team news

The Swedes meet the Matildas for the second time in Japan as they look to secure a spot in this year's final

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Kepa apologises to Sarri for over Carabao Cup fiasco

The Spaniard infamously refused to leave the Wembley pitch ahead of an ultimate penalty shootout defeat, with his manager left fuming on the night

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Brobbey: I had to Google new coach Marsch!

Having almost walked back on his move from Ajax, the teenager is now settled with his new club - though he needed to search his incoming boss first

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Tottenham complete signing of Atalanta goalkeeper Gollini

The 26-year-old becomes the club's first major signing under new boss Nuno Espirito Santo and managing director Fabio Paratici

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Arsenal & Man City-linked Zakaria 'would prefer a transfer'

The Switzerland international does not wish to stay with Adi Hutter's side, with a Premier League move possible for the 24-year-old

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Arsenal defender Saliba joins Marseille on loan

The Frenchman spent the latter half of last term with Nice and will now return across the English Channel to spend the next year at Stade Velodrome

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Mahrez: I don't see higher than Man City

The Algeria international has won Premier League, FA Cup and Carabao Cup honours under Pep Guardiola - and doesn't want to go anywhere else

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'I will not let this break me' - Saka critical of social media giants

The Arsenal winger thanked his family and friends for their support, while hitting back at online platforms for failing to curb attacks

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USMNT prospect Tessmann joins Venezia from FC Dallas

The 19-year-old becomes the latest homegrown player from the club make the leap to Italy following the footsteps of Weston McKennie and Bryan Reynolds

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Chelsea-linked Haaland drops Dortmund stay hint

The Norway star has seen his future linked with a host of clubs, including the Champions League holders, but has now suggested he will stay in Germany

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USMNT star Horvath 'proud' to join Nottingham Forest

The 26-year-old has swapped Belgium for England in the wake of his Nations League heroics, and is looking to do the history of his new club justice

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'Nobody has won more than me!' - Jorginho talks up Ballon d'Or chances

After nabbing major prizes, the Chelsea midfielder and Italy international feels he could be in the mix for another honour

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'You deserved your penalty trauma!' - Matthaus hammers England

The former Bayern Munich star was unimpressed with the conduct and behaviour shown by Gareth Southgate's side and their supporters

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'Messi won't better Maradona, even if he wins four World Cups in a row!'

The forward finally won a major international honour with the Copa America, but an Albiceleste hero feels he still sits behind his late countryman

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Kane on racist abusers: You're not fans

After social media was peppered with spates of attacks upon Bukayo Saka, Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho, their captain has led their defence

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Atletico sign De Paul in €35m deal

The Argentina international arrives at Wanda Metropolitano on a deal that will take him through to 2026, mere days after claiming Copa America glory

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'Erling is already in England!" - Zorc laughs off Haaland exit talk

The Norway international has been linked with a big-money move from the Bundesliga to the Premier League following a superb season at club level

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Eriksen and medical staff invited to Euro 2020 final

It is unknown if the Inter playmaker, who collapsed during his country's opening game of the tournament, will attend the festivities this weekend

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Bonucci on Immobile's dive: The joy of the goal cured him!

The Lazio forward was the subject of criticism for the incident, but the veteran defender has now laughed it off ahead of Tuesday's clash with Spain

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Maguire: Shaw can consistently be the best player on the pitch

The left-back has been among the form players for Gareth Southgate's side this summer, and his Manchester United team-mate feels he can be even better

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Vieira confirmed as Crystal Palace manager

The Gunners hero, who previously coached Nice and New York City FC, will end his English exile to succeed Roy Hodgson in south London

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Henderson urges caution as England make Euro semis

Having secured consecutive last four appearances in major tournaments for the first time in half a century, the Liverpool man is calling for calm

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Wolves sign Barca forward Trincao on loan

The Portugal international, a member of Ronald Koeman's Copa del Rey-winning squad last season, will spend the upcoming campaign at Molineux

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Alexander-Arnold gives fitness update

The Liverpool wing-back, originally named in Gareth Southgate's squad, was forced out after he picked up a thigh injury against Austria

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Rooney: Pogba had been player of Euro 2020

The midfielder could not add to his international haul after the World Cup winners were knocked out in the last 16, despite some electric performances

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Eriksen spotted in public for first time since cardiac arrest

The Inter man has kept a low profile since he left hospital on June 18 but has now been seen out and about after he was photographed with a fan

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Oyarzabal on being Spain's penalty hero at Euro 2020

Alongside goalkeeper Unai Simon, the Real Sociedad man was the star of their Saint Petersburg triumph, and has now revealed all on his decisive finish

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De Bruyne reveals he played with torn ligaments vs Italy

The Manchester City star played through the pain as the Red Devils crashed out in the quarter-final

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Leicester sign Salzburg star Daka in £23m deal

The Foxes have announced the arrival of the Zambia international, last term's top scorer in the Austrian Bundesliga, on a lengthy contract

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Podolski & Ballack rip into 'unconscious' Germany

Joachim Low's time is over after defeat at Wembley and past and present figures did not hold back in their damning assessments

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Liverpool-linked Baumgartner reaffirms Hoffenheim future

The Austria international has been linked with a switch to England but says that he has no intention of departing the Bundesliga just yet

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Neuer: Germany 'owe' Low more after England exit

The outgoing 61-year-old saw his tenure conclude with something of a frustrated whimper, with his captain adding that his manager deserved more

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'It's coming home!' - Klopp lookalike parties after England win

A striking doppelganger of the Liverpool manager was seen around the stadium as the Three Lions prevailed, but just who is the mystery man?

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Tottenham rebuffed in Lopetegui approach

The Premier League outfit's hunt for Jose Mourinho's successor continues after they were unable to secure the services of the Europa League winner

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Shaqiri 'pleased' with win after sealing third-place shot

The Liverpool midfielder bagged a double to help his nation nab a first Group A win, but they will be left to sweat on a potential last-16 berth

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Laporta: Barca not sorry for ESL fallout

One of the few holdouts of the failed project will not give up on its dream, says their president, as long as he is at the helm

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Spain 'frustrated' with disappointing Poland draw

Alvaro Morata's opener was not enough to earn three points, with Gerard Moreno's penalty miss compounding a frustrating day

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Poland starlet Kozlowski breaks Bellingham's Euros record

Less than a week after the Borussia Dortmund man made history, he has been upstaged by the Pogon Szczecin youngster against Spain

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Morata: I can't be liked by everyone

After a huge miss against Sweden on Monday, the Spanish forward has hit back at his detractors

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Southgate: England 'know they can play better' at Euros

The Three Lions followed up an assured opening victory with a sluggishly frustrated performance against Steve Clarke's heroically stubborn visitors

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Tierney close to new five-year Arsenal deal

The 24-year-old, currently on Euro 2020 duty, is set to extend his stay in north London for the next half-decade

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'Exceptional talent' - Isak stars as Sweden beat Slovakia

While Emil Forsberg's penalty handed his country a vital win at Euro 2020, it was the Real Sociedad forward who impressed most in Saint-Petersburg

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Eriksen discharged from hospital after operation

Six days after his collapse in Copenhagen, the Inter playmaker will head home with an ICD heart-starting device after meeting his squad-mates

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Southgate: Maguire 'further ahead than we dared'

The Manchester United star is a cornerstone of the Three Lions' defence since the Russia 2018 World Cup but has been sidelined since May with injury

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Blind almost pulled out of Euro 2020 opener after Eriksen collapse

The events in Copenhagen struck home for the Ajax player, a former team-mate of the Dane who has himself battled heart problems

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Defiant De Boer vows second-half struggles 'will not happen again'

The Oranje manager saw his side overcome a late scare from their opponents as they got off to a winning start in Group C

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Mbappe: I've never asked PSG for a single player

The France international admitted his doubts over his Parc des Princes future this week and has now hit out at comments over his recruitment sway

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Phillips hailed by Ozil, Ballack and more after England display

The Leeds United playmaker's eye-catching turn for the Three Lions in their Group B clash has drawn plaudits from legends across the game

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Sterling 'trying' to justify selection after Wembley winner

The Manchester City winger has been out of form at club level in front of goal this season, but says he only seeks to repay the international faith

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Southgate defends Kane after quiet game in England victory

The Three Lions skipper was kept relatively buttoned up by his opponents amid his side's Group D opener, though his coach was quick to hail his impact

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Eriksen sent message to Inter group chat after collapse - Marotta

The Nerazzurri attacking midfielder remains in a stable condition following medical attention at Parken Stadium in his first game of Euro 2020

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Emotional Denmark coach explains his side playing on after Eriksen collapse

Having seen their game suspended following the playmaker's medical emergency, the Danish chose to resume their Group B clash on Saturday

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Modric attacks English media 'arrogance'

The playmaker, three years on from his Three Lions diatribe, has absolved Gareth Southgate's side of hubris, drawing his ire towards the press instead

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'Chris, I love you' - Lukaku pays tribute to Eriksen after goal

The striker delivered a message of support for his Inter team-mate after nabbing the first goal of his country's Euro 2020 campaign

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De Boer on Dutch formation: Cruyff would turn in his grave!

A 2-2 draw with Scotland on Wednesday earned widespread blowback from players and fans, but the Oranje may yet stick with it at Euro 2020

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Giroud vows to go-kart with Benzema if France win Euros

The veteran forward has shrugged off any suggestion of bad blood after the Real Madrid man made unfavourable comparisons between the duo last year

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Brentford promoted to Premier League after play-off triumph

First-half goals from Ivan Toney and Emiliano Marcondes were enough for Thomas Frank's side to beat the Swans at Wembley Stadium

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Havertz picks Chelsea's toughest CL opponents

Ahead of this weekend's game with Manchester City, the Germany international has weighed in on who proved the biggest test en route to Porto

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Barca, Real, Juve slam UEFA's 'direct attack against the rule of law'

The last remaining breakaway holdouts of the European Super League have offered an incendiary response to the governing body's latest actions

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England call-up 'surreal moment' for Godfrey

The Toffees man, one of four uncapped players called upon by Gareth Southgate, says that it is a 'dream' to be brought into the international fold

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Ferguson reveals Messi regret after CL final loss

A decade on from the Argentine's masterclass at Wembley, the Scotsman has acknowledged that he should have tailed him with Park Ji-sung more

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Klopp: Don't let up after Alisson miracle

The German feels that his goalkeeper's season-defining finish was possibly written in the stars, but knows bigger tests are still to come

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Werner says VAR decisions 'mirror of the whole season'

The German saw his efforts thwarted once again by the system, but was still pleased after the Blues leapfrogged themselves into third in the table

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Fernandes admits ghost assist on Cavani goal

The Portuguese was said to have delivered the set-up for the Uruguayan's fantastic finish, but revealed after the game that he played no part in it

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Guardiola refuses to be drawn in to Kane speculation

The England captain is pressing for an exit from north London, with the Premier League champions one potential suitor if he is able to depart

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Cavani joins Ibra and Sheringham in rare Man Utd club

In netting his 10th goal of the season, the Uruguayan has achieved a less-than-common feat among Red Devils veterans through the years

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Hakimi: Inter can dominate Europe under Conte

With their first Scudetto for a decade in the bag, the Morocco winger sees no reason why the Nerazzurri cannot go on to conquer the continent

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Arteta admits he's still hurting after Europa League exit

The Gunners were ejected in the final four in midweek by Villarreal and old boss Unai Emery, and their manager says he remains troubled by the defeat

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Bayern president rules out 'expensive transfers' amid Hakimi links

The Bavarian side have been linked with some major moves, but will not splash the cash in the wake of a Covid-affected market this year

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'Superior' Chelsea deserved to win, admits Zidane

Los Blancos fell shy of reaching another European final under their manager, after they were outclassed by Thomas Tuchel's side at Stamford Bridge

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Klopp agent: 'No discussion' on Liverpool future

With the chances of continental football next term still hanging in the balance, the German's future has been the subject of intense speculation

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Milan pause all contract talks

The 22-year-old's reported encounter with supporters over his future has sparked a move from the Rossoneri to curtail discussions with players

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Solskjaer hopes Man Utd form convinces Pogba & Cavani to stay

The duo have seen plenty of speculation over their future, but their manager is keen for the form pair to stay at Old Trafford

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Wolves boss Nuno predicts Jimenez return before season end

Having returned to training after almost half a year on the sidelines following a fractured skull, the Mexico attacker could yet feature this term

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Emery: The Arsenal penalty was not a penalty

The Yellow Submarine boss was left irked by the call to award a spot-kick for a foul on Bukayo Saka, but believes his side can still get the job done

Andrew Steel

Guardiola: Messi won't find a better home than Barcelona

The Argentine appears poised to stay at the side he has played for all his life, with his former boss believing that it would be the right call

Andrew Steel

Alderweireld: We have to respect Mourinho

The Portuguese was dismissed only six days out from his side's Carabao Cup final, with Ryan Mason to take interim charge at Wembley

Andrew Steel

Real Madrid confirm Valverde self-isolation after Covid contact

Los Blancos have been handed a further headache with the news that the Uruguay international must be sidelined for part of their run-in

Andrew Steel

Pogba: 'World-class' Greenwood can go to highest level

The England international has hit a rich vein of form for the Red Devils, raising suggestions of a potential recall ahead of Euro 2020

Andrew Steel

Why does Paul Pogba wear an arm sleeve?

The Frenchman has added a key piece of apparel this season that has seen him reignited his finest form, but just why does he have the garment?

Andrew Steel

Pogba: I miss winning trophies a lot!

The Frenchman has not won a major honour with the club since 2017 but is determined to break the barren run under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

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Sheffield United equal record for earliest PL relegation

The Blades have become the first top-flight team to make the drop back to the Championship this season

Andrew Steel

Tuchel 'so proud' after Chelsea reach FA Cup final

The Blues ensured that their rivals' hopes of a quadruple were dashed thanks to Hakim Ziyech's matchwinner, leaving their coach filled with pride

Andrew Steel

Solskjaer: We deliberately get refereeing decisions wrong in training

The Red Devils saw a controversial VAR call go against them when they faced Tottenham last weekend but rallied to earn a 3-1 win against Spurs

Andrew Steel

Wenger to Vieira: You're not a real coach until you get fired!

The former midfielder has been out of work since his dismissal last December, but says he will not be hasty when it comes to choosing his next project

Andrew Steel

Lingard forced off as West Ham suffer top-four blow

The Manchester United loanee had to be helped from the field minutes after scoring a penalty for the visitors at St James' Park, in a worrying sign

Andrew Steel

Bielsa admits it would've been 'fair' had Man City beat Leeds

The hosts clocked up almost 30 shots against their visitors, leading the Whites manager to acknowledge that a reverse result would have been fair

Andrew Steel

Rodgers responds to Neville claim he could be next England boss

The ex-Liverpool boss has rehabilitated the Foxes' status as silverware challengers once more, and admits that he would like to manage internationally

Andrew Steel

Llorente: Working with Conte for more than a year is hard!

The ex-Juventus and Chelsea boss is poised to break the Bianconeri's decade-long hold on the Scudetto with Inter and his ex-player has only kind words

Andrew Steel

Ramos: I'll be Sevilla player until I die

The centre-back is vociferously disliked in his home province, owing to what he claims is misinformation

Andrew Steel

Bellingham frustrated by officials in Man City defeat

Marco Reus cancelled out Kevin De Bruyne's opener late on before Phil Foden's winner, but the visitors should have been level long before that

Andrew Steel

Tuchel: Kepa and Rudiger 'showed character' after spat

The Blues duo were reported to have come together in a fracas on Sunday, in the wake of the club's first loss under the German against West Brom

Andrew Steel

Bayern's Gnabry tests positive for Covid-19

The 25-year-old was absent from training on Tuesday and will miss a European reunion with PSG on Wednesday as he continues to recover at home

Andrew Steel

Man Utd confirm Martial could miss rest of season

The France star limped out of Les Bleus' Qatar 2022 World Cup qualifier clash with Kazakhstan last month and looks set to miss the next few months

Andrew Steel

Pochettino: Tough for PSG to retain title after Lille loss

The Parisians were sunk by Jonathan David's first-half finish in a tussle between the top two at Parc des Princes, with Neymar sent off late on

Andrew Steel

Mourinho admits his Spurs side always make mistakes

Harry Kane's first-half brace looked to have done the damage but the Lilywhites were unable to hold on for the win once again this term

Andrew Steel

Kane bemoans 'sloppy' Spurs in Newcastle draw

The Spurs striker looked to have done enough in the first half with a four-minute brace, but he was left frustrated by the Magpies

Andrew Steel

Spurs star Kane sets new PL record with Newcastle brace

The Spurs striker netted twice inside four minutes to write more history for his club, as they were held to a draw by the Magpies at St James' Park

Andrew Steel

Solskjaer: International break did Van de Beek 'world of good'

The midfielder has frequently found himself on the outside looking in since his arrival at Old Trafford last year, but could now pick up a second wind

Andrew Steel

Moyes: West Ham will consider Rice and Soucek bids

The midfield duo have sparkled all season for the east London side and prising either of them away from the Irons will not be cheap

Andrew Steel

Tuchel 'too emotional' to deliver post-match analysis

The German saw the first defeat of his reign in charge at Stamford Bridge in a madcap seven-goal encounter as the Blues were bested by the Baggies

Andrew Steel

Maddison could face Man City - Rodgers

The England international was sidelined for last month's international break but the Foxes boss says he is almost ready to get back on the pitch

Andrew Steel

Ramos doubtful for Clasico and Liverpool clashes

The centre-back returned from international duty this week following a previous injury lay-off, only for the club to confirm he has a muscle problem

Andrew Steel

'Respect' - Ferdinand pens special Aguero tribute

The Argentine confirmed his exit from the Etihad Stadium earlier this week, bringing down the curtain on a glittering decade-long stay

Andrew Steel

England boss Southgate gives verdict on Leeds star Phillips

The midfielder played more minutes than any other outfield player for his nation in the first round of World Cup qualifiers

Andrew Steel

Henry will return to social media 'when it is safe'

The former Arsenal striker disabled his Twitter and Instagram profiles on Saturday following an earlier statement

Andrew Steel

Lewandowski out of England vs Poland clash

The star forward, who has been in the form of his life for both club and country, was replaced just after the hour mark on Sunday against Andorra

Andrew Steel

Kane happy to break 500-day England goal drought

The Tottenham forward headed home Luke Shaw's cross late in the first half against Albania to end a lengthy wait for his 33rd international goal

Andrew Steel

Lacazette 'knew Arsenal would come back' at West Ham

Mikel Arteta's Gunners managed to snatch a share of the spoils following a magnificent comeback, overturning a three-goal deficit against the Hammers

Andrew Steel

Gerrard: Rangers unbeaten season a 'sideshow'

The Gers have not lost a single league game this season, but their boss says that he intends to maximise his squad rotation during their run-in

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