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Sarri plays down Hazard injury concerns

The Belgium star was on top form in Sunday's clash, but raised alarm when he hobbled off after suffering a strong challenge

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Hazard: Chelsea want to be the best

The winger set up Pedro and scored himself as Maurizio Sarri's side secured a 2-1 win over Brighton, following up their home victory against City

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Icardi: I don't have to worry

The Argentine scored a late penalty to hand Inter all three points against Serie A strugglers Udinese on Saturday.

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Icardi is the 'perfect' striker – Spalletti

The Argentine scored a late penalty to hand his side all three points against Serie A strugglers Udinese on Saturday

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Valverde: Dembele and Coutinho can play together

The perception are the two attackers are vying for one spot but the manager claims are both crucial to his plans

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Pellegrini: Toure not a priority

The club has been linked with a move for former Manchester City star Yaya Toure, who is a free agent after leaving Olympiacos.

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Gattuso 'furious' over Europa League exit

The Italian side crashed out of the competition after losing 3-1 at Olympiacos in their final Group F game on Thursday

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Allegri: Things did not go our way

The Italian champions finished top of their Champions League group despite slipping to a shock defeat to Young Boys

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Guardiola: City out to win, not be invincible

The club suffered their first defeat of the Premier League season when they lost 2-0 to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday

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Kimmich excited by Bayern's title battle

The reigning champions beat Nurnberg 3-0 on Saturday, but remain nine points adrift of leaders Borussia Dortmund as they continue to play catch-up

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Gattuso addresses out-of-form Higuain

The AC Milan boss has no concerns about the Argentine forward's form in front of goal ahead of Sunday's clash with Torino.

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CAS reject Boca Juniors' Copa appeal

Boca Juniors lodged an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport on Friday to be awarded the title, but they will take to the field in Madrid

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Ranieri: Leicester clash was emotional

The Cottagers boss said emotions were running high as his club faced off with the side he led to a Premier League title

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Emery sets Aubameyang challenge

The forward leads the way in the league's scoring charts with 10 goals

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Tedesco: Schalke 'definitely deserved to lose'

The German outfit put in a disappointing performance against Porto in their Champions League meeting on Wednesday

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Solari: Isco dropped for 'sporting' reasons

The midfielder was left out of the Real Madrid squad for their Champions League meeting with Roma and the manager says it wasn't due to injury

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Giggs fumes at Wales display

The former Manchester United star has won just three of his first nine games as manager after a 1-0 loss to Albania.

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Richarlison targeting Copa America for Brazil

The Everton forward is keen on securing a spot in Brazil's squad for next year's Copa America

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Rooney: Kane will beat my England record

The Spurs star will eventually become his nation's record goalscorer, according to the current record holder

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Ireland boss O'Neill feeling pressure after draw

The squad's poor form continued as they were fortunate to draw against Northern Ireland on Thursday and are winless in 10 matches

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Sarri questions Chelsea's sluggish starts

While the Blues maintained their unbeaten run to the Premier League season, their boss wants to see them start matches with more urgency

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Guardiola pleased with City project

Ahead of Sunday's Manchester derby, the former Barca boss is confident his side have now adapted fully to his philosophy

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WATCH: Furious Austin rants over 'joke' offside call

The Southampton striker couldn't hide his rage after a "ridiculous" offside call denied his side a win over Watford.

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Pep defends 'incredible' Sterling after penalty controversy

The England international tripped against City's last opponents and won a penalty, but his manager insists he should not be accused of diving

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'Premier League in the dark ages without VAR'

Southampton were denied a goal by a dubious refereeing decision in their 1-1 Premier League draw with Watford on Saturday.

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Malcom dreaming of Barca 'history' after first goal

The former Bordeaux star marked his Champions League debut by scoring his first goal for the club as Barca were held at San Siro

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Griezmann: I am so pleased to play at Atletico

The Frenchman became the club's first player to score 20 Champions League goals in the win over Borussia Dortmund

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Henry: Monaco 'stopped playing' after missed chance

The new manager saw his side bounced out of the Champions League but was more concerned with his side's reaction to failure

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Spalletti impressed by Gagliardini

The pair have impressed the Inter boss with their professionalism and attitude after starring in a 5-0 win over Genoa

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Real Madrid can still win everything – Perez

The Champions League winners have had a difficult start to the season and sacked coach Julen Lopetegui, but the president still expects trophies

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Xavi: Neymar, not Mbappe, most likely to reach Messi's level

The France international continues to light up Ligue 1 but it is his Brazilian team-mate who is more likely to blossom into the best in the world

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Solari thrilled with 'fresh and happy' Madrid

The caretaker boss was pleased with Los Blancos' character in their 4-0 win over minnows Melilla in the Copa

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Pochettino looking forward to Carabao clash with Emery

The two rivals will face off in the last eight, but Spurs' manager is determined to keep things civil between him and his opposite number

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Klopp still getting to know Shaqiri

The Switzerland international has made an impressive impact at Liverpool, but his manager wants to protect the winger from burnout

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Klopp excited by intense title race

The German coach is enjoying the Premier League title race after the Reds cruised to the top thanks to a 4-1 win.

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Klopp lauds Liverpool's start

The Reds moved back to the top of the league with a 4-1 win over Cardiff City, and the German manager lauded his "exceptional" side

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Zabaleta recommended Richarlison to Brazil

The West Ham defender has been credited with pointing out the Everton star's talents to the national side's coaching team

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Rodriguez Milan 'fine with Gattuso'

The under pressure manager has said his position at the club should be under review, but his left-back insists the players are behind their coach

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Simeone staying upbeat after BVB beating

The Atletico boss believes his side played better in their loss in Germany than their previous match against Villarreal

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Ancelotti surprised by Napoli call

Carlo Ancelotti never had any concerns about taking the Napoli job, or comparisons with his predecessor Maurizio Sarri.

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Di Francesco lauds talisman Dzeko

The manager has labelled the striker as "extraordinary" after he played a pivotal role in a 3-0 win over CSKA Moscow

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'Absolutely outstanding' - Hummels hails Lewandowski

The Polish forward has been out of form recently, and Hummels felt liberated after winning for the first time on six matches with club and country

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Kovac relieved by Bayern victory

Following Bayern Munich's 3-1 win at Wolfsburg, Kovac refused to comment on the news conference held by the club's hierarchy on Friday.

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Rudiger shrugs off Mourinho melee

The Blues defender insists there is no bad blood between two fierce rivals, despite scuffles on and off the pitch during a clash at Stamford Bridge

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Howe unconcerned by Ake speculation

Eddie Howe has claimed Bournemouth have no plans to sell Nathan Ake, who has reportedly drawn interest from Tottenham and Manchester United.

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Jovic makes Bundesliga history with five goals in 7-1 rout

The Serbian youngster entered the record books with an incredible goal haul in a resounding win on Friday night

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Chelsea's Carney responds to online abuse

The England star has issued a statement after she received rape and death threats on social media following a win over Fiorentina

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Wilson's Wales stunner delights Giggs

The manager has joked that he fined his side's hero in the Republic of Ireland match for scoring against his beloved Manchester United

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Scaloni excited by Argentina's future

The head coach is excited for the future of La Albiceleste, even though they lost in the Superclasico de las Americas in dramatic fashion

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Luis Enrique infuriated by 'atrocious' Spain

The former Barcelona boss claimed it would have been normal to "kill" his players after their dismal first-half display against the Three Lions

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Ending England drought a 'beautiful feeling' – Sterling

After netting a brace in the Nations League win over Spain, the Man City star revelled in scoring his first England goals since 2015

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Modric to Inter in January impossible – Ausilio

The Nerazzurri are set to be active when the window reopens but the Croatian will not be among the players the club look to bring in

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Southgate: Young England squad 'not experimental'

The Three Lions untested players are ready for the challenge of facing the World Cup finalists, according to their manager

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Tuchel: PSG are a special team

Paris Saint-Germain made it nine straight Ligue 1 wins by hammering Lyon 5-0, and Thomas Tuchel hailed his side's "special" display.

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Sarri: Man City & Liverpool step ahead of Chelsea

The manager was pleased with his team's performance in dispatching Southampton, but will not get carried away with title speculation

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Emery: Arsenal need to continue improving

The Gunners manager remains unsure about his side claiming a possible Premier League title after they inflicted a heavy defeat on the Cottagers

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Lopetegui confident in his position

The Spanish coach does not fear for his position as Los Blancos coach, after his side went down 1-0 at Deportivo Alaves

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Emery impressed by Smith Rowe

The Arsenal boss was full of praise for the youngster's display against Qarabag, but wants the 18-year-old to remain humble

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Fiorentina's Simeone drops Atletico Madrid hint

Giovanni has suggested that he one day wants to be managed by his father - but says it may be at international level

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Goalkeeper injured in freak ice hockey accident

Coventry City goalkeeper Lee Burge took a puck to the face while sat in the crowd at an ice hockey match on Sunday

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Tuchel: Di Maria is like a gift

The reigning champions won 3-0 to claim a eighth straight Ligue 1 win, thanks to a double from Neymar and a goal for Christopher Nkunku

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Sarri pleased by Hazard's intensity

The Chelsea boss was delighted by his star man's defensive work in the Blues' 1-1 draw with Liverpool

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Mourinho defends Sanchez snub

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho claimed his side lacked quality following a 3-1 Premier League defeat to West Ham.

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Bale's big praise for Modric

The Welsh wizard took to social media to congratulate his Real Madrid team-mate

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Milner: Salah's Puskas winner his seventh-best goal

The Egyptian's strike against Everton in last season's Merseyside derby won the FIFA Puskas Award, which came as a shock to his Liverpool team-mate

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Tuchel buoyed by PSG's reaction to Liverpool loss

The Parisians' 3-1 victory over Rennes provided the perfect tonic for the German coach following the Champions League loss at Liverpool

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Real president rejects US La Liga fixture

The 71-year-old said a Stateside match is of no interest to fans and announced redevelopment plans for the Santiago Bernabeu

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Inter showed character - Spalletti

The Serie A side lived on the edge and showed character in their dramatic 1-0 victory over Sampdoria

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Lamela confident Tottenham will overcome rough patch

The Argentine says that Spurs have the belief and quality in their squad to turn their poor form around

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Costa will be fined by Juve - Allegri

The Italian boss expects the Brazilian attacker to serve a lengthy suspension, and confirmed that the club will fine the player for his actions

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Tolisso vows to return in 2019 after knee injury

The Munich playmaker tore his anterior cruciate knee ligament in his side's Bundesliga clash with Bayer Leverkusen and has vowed to return stronger

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Costa apologises for 'ugly' spitting incident

The Brazil winger showed regret after his attack on a Sassuolo player overshadowed Sunday's win for the Serie A leaders

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Firmino discharged from hospital

The forward sustained an eye injury in Liverpool's win against Tottenham, but suffered no lasting damage

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Hoeness slams 'sick and stupid' Bellarabi

The Bayer Leverkusen star's reckless challenge during a Bundesliga clash on Saturday has sparked calls for him to be given a lengthy suspension

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Ronaldo will score first Juventus goal on Sunday - Allegri

The attacker has yet to net for the Turin side since his summer move, but his coach still thinks he has been the world's best player this season

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Mourinho: Ronaldo return never an option

The Red Devils boss has rubbished reports claiming the forward could have moved back to Old Trafford in the summer

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Pochettino won't beg players to stay at Tottenham

The Spurs boss says he will not stand in the way of any players that wish to leave the club

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Klopp: Salah will dig deep to stay top

The Premier League star will keep up his world-class form over the course of his second season at Anfield, according to his manager

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Lo Celso leaves PSG to join Real Betis on loan

After falling out of favour under Thomas Tuchel, the Argentina has opted for a move to La Liga

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Tuchel: Neymar could remain No. 10

The PSG boss is open to the possibility of keeping the Brazilian in a central role as he continues to tinker with his system

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Ndidi signs long-term Leicester City contract

The Nigeria midfielder, who had reportedly been targeted by Arsenal, has signed a new deal with the Foxes through 2024

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Kovacic: Sarri & Chelsea believe in me

The new Blues signing says he "needs to feel wanted" after three inconsistent seasons at Real Madrid

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Sarri: Chelsea are not title contenders yet

The Italian has overseen back-to-back Premier League wins, but he does not think the Blues should be talked about as challengers for the crown

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Kovac expects Boateng to stay at Bayern

The Germany international has attracted interest from several elite clubs this summer, but his coach believes he will opt to remain

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Mbappe: Neymar is PSG's superstar

The teenage forward saved the day for the Ligue 1 champions against Guingamp with a late brace, but he still considers a colleague to be the main man

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Alisson the world's best keeper - Roma boss

Eusebio Di Francesco admits his side will struggle to find the same stability in goal following the Brazilian star's move to Liverpool

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Witsel: Bayern tried to sign me in 2017

The Belgium star, who recently signed for Borussia Dortmund, has revealed BVB's Bundesliga rivals tried to sign him in 2017

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Klopp: Lovren will be back in three weeks

The World Cup finalist has been unable to train due to a stomach injury, but his manager insists he will make a swift recovery

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Martinez hails 'perfect' Lukaku's World Cup campaign

The striker's winning mentality helps make the Manchester United man the "perfect" fit for his country, according to his manager

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Kaka: Modric makes the World Cup look easy

The former Brazil and Real Madrid star has hailed the midfielder ahead of Sunday's World Cup final with France

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Mahrez thanks Leicester after Man City switch

The Algeria international will treasure his 'amazing memories' with the Foxes despite moving to the Etihad Stadium

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Kompany: Belgium will look Brazil in the eye

Despite the South American side's individual qualities, the Manchester City defender is not losing any sleep over facing the Selecao

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Costa Rica cut ties with Oscar Ramirez

Fedefutbol president Rodolfo Villalobos has guaranteed his country will be at 2022 but believes a change of coach is required

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'Ronaldo and Higuain could be fantastic together'

The Argentine could be pushed out the door to Chelsea if the Portuguese signs - but his representative says that will not be the case

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Rami: Cavani will have to 'destroy science' to face France

The Paris Saint-Germain striker pulled up with a hamstring injury against Portugal and does not look likely to be fit to face Les Bleus

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'Mature' Origi promises to give everything for Liverpool

The Belgian was deemed surplus to requirements in the 2017-18 season but feels he has returned to Anfield with more to offer

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Uruguay's Torreira ready for 'scary' Arsenal move

Lucas Torreira's father has revealed his son's camp are "scared" by the Uruguay midfielder's impending move from Sampdoria to Arsenal.

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Southgate: England can't be hindered by history

The Three Lions must not let history or expectations hurt them heading into their World Cup quarter-final clash with Sweden

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Jorginho transfer draws closer ahead of Man City move

After months of speculation the talented midfielder looks set to move to the Etihad Stadium as he was left out of Napoli's pre-season plans

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Liverpool and Barca target Aouar signs new Lyon deal

With Nabil Fekir's future at Parc OL still uncertain, Bruno Genesio's side have moved to tie down a man tipped to be his heir

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Neuer: Germany cause no 'fear or respect'

The Bayern Munich star slammed his side's performance at the World Cup, claiming the 2014 winners "did not deserve" to go through

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Khedira: We take responsibility for WC 'shipwreck'

The "leaders" within the squad must take responsibility for their shock elimination, according to the veteran midfielder

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Germany's Low expected to stay on after World Cup exit

The coach has led his nation to their worst World Cup performance since 1938,

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Rose surprised by Russia's warm welcome

The Tottenham defender may allow his family to travel to Russia after originally advising them to stay away from the World Cup over fears of racism

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Queiroz: No red because it was Ronaldo

VAR is "not going well" at the World Cup, claims the Iran boss after a frustrating 1-1 draw saw his side eliminated at the group stage in Russia

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Record-setting Suarez out to make more history

Luis Suarez opened the scoring against Russia as Uruguay won three consecutive World Cup group games for the first time.

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Andersson fuming with Low's coaches

Joachim Low's coaching staff seemed to aggravate the Sweden bench following Toni Kroos' last-gasp winner for Germany.

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Petit: Messi not a leader like Ronaldo

The former Barcelona star believes the Portugal star's leadership abilities give him the edge over over the Argentine

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Villarreal sign Funes Mori from Everton

Having fallen out of favour at Goodison, the Argentine has moved on to pastures new as Marco Silva shapes his squad ahead of the new season

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Perisic: Argentina don't play as a team

Lionel Messi is as good as Cristiano Ronaldo, but the Croatia star says the Albiceleste cannot just rely on the Barcelona forward

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Croatia cut Messi off in Argentina victory - Modric

Croatia's game plan to isolate the Barca star worked to perfection in their dominant victory, as he was starved of possession throughout

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Argentina squad 'clouds' Messi's brilliance, claims Sampaoli

The Albiceleste manager claims his star can't be compared to Cristiano Ronaldo due to the lack of quality in the South Americans' side

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Kane looking to reach Ronaldo & Messi levels

The Three Lions' captain is out to prove a point at the World Cup, as he aims to reach the levels of the Barcelona and Real Madrid superstars

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Barcelona angry with Pique's involvement in Griezmann saga

The club will probe the involvement of the defender and Samuel Umtiti in the forward's decision to stay at Atletico Madrid

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Rivaldo: Second place worthless for Brazil

The World Cup winner has admitted that the Selecao simply must be victorious in Russia, or risk being called failures

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England captaincy will not change my game - Kane

The hitman has promised that he will continue to put the welfare of the team before his personal ambitions ahead of the Three Lions' opening game

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Mourinho: England can win World Cup

The Manchester United boss believes Gareth Southgate's Three Lions are contenders to win in Russia

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Pique wishes Griezmann well after "decision"

The France star has confirmed his decision to stay with the Europa League champions, but Barcelona defender has wished the forward well

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'Mature' Suarez key for Uruguay - Tabarez

The striker's campaign in Brazil ended in scandal after biting Giorgio Chiellini, but his coach believes he has grown up a lot in the past four years

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Napoli lead chase for PL target Seri - agent

The 26-year-old midfielder has been linked with a move to Spain and England but hopes to join the Serie A side if they can trigger his release clause

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Goal hero Balotelli can do 'much better', Mancini warns

Finding the net against Saudi Arabia has only partially impressed the new national team coach, who wants more from the Nice attacker

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Suarez: I have matured a lot since Chiellini bite

Uruguay and Barcelona star Luis Suarez believes he has "matured a lot" following his controversial actions in the previous two World Cups.

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Alexander-Arnold ready for Cristiano Ronaldo challenge

The Portugal star is this year's top scorer in the competition, but he will not have things all his own way in the final

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Man Utd target Willian fuels Conte rift talk

The Brazil winger appeared to take a swipe at his boss on social media following victory at Wembley over a side he could yet end up joining

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Bayern won't spend big amid Bailey talk

The Bundesliga champions will not be splashing the cash on an elaborate squad overhaul in the close season, according to club president Uli Hoeness

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Napoli slam 'shameful' Juventus celebrations

Some Bianconeri players streamed videos on social media while toasting a Serie A title triumph which have not been well received by their rivals

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Southgate feeding off 'English core' at top clubs

The Three Lions boss has emphasised the importance of his England players' mentality heading into World Cup 2018 this summer

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'Extraordinary' Juventus deserved Serie A title - Allegri

The Juve boss congratulated Napoli after they pushed the champions all the way in race for the league title

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Buffon one of the greatest of all time, says Pjanic

Juventus star Miralem Pjanic says he is honoured to have played with the goalkeeper, who says that the club will miss him immensely when he leaves

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Guardiola: Man City must win more

The Premier League champions have been told they must "write a new page" in the history books to be considered one of English football's finest sides

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Toure hails 'perfect' Manchester City send off

Yaya Toure hailed his "perfect" final season at Manchester City, as he prepares to call time on his eight-year stint at the club.

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Klopp unconcerned by Salah's struggles

The Reds boss insists it is "normal" for a man with 43 goals to his name to endure the odd dip, with the Egyptian enduring a rare off day in London

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Ferguson is in my prayers - Klopp

The Liverpool manager has offered his prayers to the former Man Utd boss after the Scot's emergency surgery following a brain haemorrhage

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Spalletti: Deadly Icardi the best I've coached

The forward's performance in Inter's 4-0 thumping of Udinese has drawn praise from the Nerazzurri boss, who has labelled him as 'exceptional'

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Mbappe wanted Real or Barca move - Emery

The outgoing Paris Saint-Germain boss has claimed their big summer signing wished to leave Ligue 1 and join Real Madrid or Barcelona

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Tierney in no rush to leave Celtic

The 20-year-old's exploits for the Scottish champions have caught the attention of teams in the English top flight, but he is not planning to leave

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Guardiola offers best wishes to Man Utd family

Pep Guardiola has offered his best wishes to Alex Ferguson and the "Manchester United family" following the Scot's emergency surgery.

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Pep looking to break more records with Man City

The title-winning manager will not let up even with the Premier League in the bag, and wants his charges to make history

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Giroud: I love playing at Wembley

Chelsea's FA Cup hero Olivier Giroud compared playing at Wembley to playing in his garden following the Blues' 2-0 win over Southampton.

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Ramsey: Arsenal owe Wenger perfect finale

The Frenchman's decision to leave Emirates Stadium has been tough to take, but those at his disposal are determined to help him sign off in style

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Barcelona icon Iniesta receives Betis invite

Quique Setien has suggested the Barcelona icon should remain in La Liga with the Andalusian club rather than make a proposed move to China

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Spalletti demands more from Icardi

Mauro Icardi netted his 25th Serie A goal of the season in Inter's 4-0 win over Cagliari, but Luciano Spalletti wants more from his captain.

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Third-tier side book place in Coupe de France final

The minnows overcame fellow Championnat National side Chambly 2-0 to claim a place in the showpiece

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'I'm at my best right now' – Depay feeling rejuvenated

The Dutchman has credited his relationship with Bruno Genesio as a major factor for his resurgence in France

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Report: AC Milan 0 Napoli 0

Juventus could move six points clear at the top of Serie A after Napoli were held to a 0-0 draw by AC Milan at San Siro on Sunday.

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Hummels feels for Dortmund after Bayern trouncing

The centre-back felt sad seeing his former team-mates suffer a heavy defeat in the Allianz Arena on Saturday, even though he was on the other side

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Simeone dismisses Dybala to Atletico rumours

The Argentine has labelled his fellow countryman "a great player", but dismissed speculation regarding his recent meeting with the Juventus forward

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Roma rocked by Nainggolan injury blow

The Belgium international midfielder suffered an injury early on against Bologna, casting doubt over his availability for a key Champions League clash

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Neymar's future is at PSG - Thiago Silva

The attacker continues to be linked to a move away from the French capital, but his compatriot is confident he will stay for at least another season

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Van Gaal: Heynckes can be Bayern god

The 72-year-old is in his fourth spell in charge of the club

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Dier lauds Kane after late Tottenham winner

The midfielder was full of praise for his Spurs colleague after the game with the striker having netted his 150th goal in club football

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'Wilshere the key to Arsenal beating Man City'

The former Gunners star has hailed the midfielder's return to form, backing him to make his mark in the Carabao Cup final

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Heynckes: Muller changed Bayern's game

The Germany international emerged from the bench to play a key role as his side came from behind to beat Wolfsburg on Saturday

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Muller: Bayern too clever for Stuttgart

The attacker was not impressed with Saturday's hosts, but was pleased to see his side show they can emerge victorious from difficult situations

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Gattuso defends Donnarumma after fan abuse

"Our patience is finished", Rossoneri ultras threatened from the stands as the young goalkeeper was targeted amid transfer rumours

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Kane hits 2017 half-century in style

After a second-half brace against Stoke City, the Tottenham and England star has now scored 50 goals in 48 appearances for club and country this year

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Everton-linked Rangnick commits to RB Leipzig

Amid rumours of interest from Merseyside, the highly-rated coach has signed a two-year contract extension with the Bundesliga side

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Pep hits back at Wenger after Sterling jibe

The Gunners boss had cast aspersions on a spot-kick won by Sterling in the two sides' meeting earlier in November

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Sule questions penalty call

Borussia Monchengladbach won 2-1 against the Bundesliga leaders, scoring their first goal from a controversial spot-kick in the first half

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Bosz defiant after Ruhr derby collapse

The manager is determined to overcome his recent struggles, which were compounded when his side threw away a four-goal lead to draw their rivals

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Moreno misses birth of child

The defender was not present at the birth of his second child, instead featuring in Liverpool's 3-0 win over Southampton on Saturday afternoon

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Coleman hints at Wales renewal

Despite doubts over his future, the manager has suggested he will stay on following an unsuccessful World Cup qualifying campaign

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Ramsey: Wales' future is bright

The Arsenal midfielder is confident that the next generation of Welsh talent will stand the national team in good stead

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Dortmund sporting director slams 'smug' display

The club's sporting director slammed Borussia Dortmund's performance in their 4-2 Bundesliga defeat to Hannover

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Unsworth unsure on Everton future

The former Toffees defender took charge of the club on a caretaker basis, but has no idea how long he will remain in charge at Goodison Park

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Zidane trolls Messi with Ronaldo praise

Los Blancos' manager has snubbed the Barcelona superstar by calling the Portuguese the greatest of recent times by a distance

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Pochettino: Kane is one of the best

Mauricio Pochettino has hailed Harry Kane's display against Liverpool as "unbelievable", as Tottenham capped off a fantastic week in style.

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'Benzema the best No.9 in Europe' - Marcelo

The former Lyon forward came off the bench to lay on the third goal against Eibar amid some questioning his importance to Zinedine Zidane's side

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Wenger: Ozil is back to his best

The Gunners were rampant against their beleagured hosts, with their manager Arsene Wenger singling out one player for special praise

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Guangzhou Evergrande claim third-straight title

The club claimed a seventh successive Chinese Super League crown, although manager Luiz Felipe Scolari's future remains uncertain

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Milan planning clearout if they miss CL

Qualification for the European competition is vital for the Italian club and the future of some of their "top players", according to their CEO

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Barcelona approve historic €897m budget

Blaugrana president Josep Maria Bartomeu says the club have no plans to leave La Liga following the approval of a record budget

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Matthaus: Bayern want Nagelsmann

The Hoffenheim boss is the Bavarians' first choice to take over at the Allianz Arena, according to the club legend

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Emery frustrated by PSG's defending

The French giants ran out 6-2 winners at Parc des Princes, but their manager was frustrated with some reckless defending

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Mourinho demands more from United

The Red Devils stormed to a 4-0 win over Roy Hodgson's side but the manager insists his side are capable of even more

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Berizzo: Sevilla were unstoppable

The Argentine coach believes his Sevilla side were perfect at times during their Wissam Ben Yedder-inspired 3-0 win on Tuesday

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Spalletti wants winning mentality at Inter

The Nerazzurri must go beyond their limits if they are to challenge Napoli and Juventus for the Serie A title, the coach has claimed

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Matudi delighted with Juventus move

The France midfielder has been delighted by his start to life at the Serie A champions, saying his move from PSG was worth the wait

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Pjanic: Juventus will improve

After starring in his side's 4-0 derby win over Torino, the midfielder vowed that the Serie A champions will continue to grow

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Allegri backs struggling Higuain

The Argentine striker has netted just twice so far in all competitions, but it has not slowed Juve as they have racked up five straight league wins

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Griezmann was at his best - Simeone

The France striker was back to his best for Atletico Madrid in their 2-1 La Liga win over Athletic Bilbao, according to his manager

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Mourinho: Rooney deserved freedom

The Manchester United boss has claimed it was an easy decision to let club "legend" Wayne Rooney rejoin Everton

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Joao Mario thrilled with Inter form

Goals from Mauro Icardi and Ivan Perisic sealed a third straight win for the Nerazzurri, leaving the ex-Sporting midfielder over the moon

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Heaton suffers dislocated shoulder

The England keeper faces a spell on the sidelines after hurting himself on Sunday during the Clarets' victory at Turf Moor

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Ancelotti: Bayern lacked concentration

The Bavarian side's manager has acknowledged that his team were punished for a lack of focus in their 2-0 defeat in the Bundesliga

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Guardiola unsure over Mane red card

The Manchester City boss was not convinced that the Liverpool forward deserved a red card as his side crushed the 10-man Reds at the Etihad Stadium

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Brighton secure Schelotto signing

The Argentine defender has linked up with the Premier League new boys on a three-year contract

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Stoke's Bojan loaned to Alaves

The former Barcelona wonderkid failed to keep up his fine start at the Potters and will join Luis Zubeldia at the Basques

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