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Zidane unconcerned about Hazard's slow start

The Belgian is yet to sparkle Los Blancos, but his boss remains relaxed, remembering that he also took time to adapt

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Hazard: I still have to prove I can be a Galactico

The Belgian has endured a stuttering start to life in Spain and he is well aware that he still needs to win supporters over

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‘Matip one of Liverpool’s best pieces of business’

The former Schalke centre-half has emerged as first-choice alongside Virgil van Dijk this season and his manager rates him among his best signings

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Pep hopes 'incredible' Fernandinho stays at City

The midfielder's contract expires at the end of the season and the manager is eager for him to stay

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Simeone: I'm not interested in Griezmann reports

Media reports on Thursday claimed the forward discussed his big-money move in March, but the manager refused to discuss it

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Perez: Madrid must recover hunger

The Los Blancos supremo feels only once the club transform their fortunes will their supporters be able to envision new glories at Santiago Bernabeu

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'Exceptional' Benzema an inspiration - Varane

The striker has rediscovered his best form in recent years and his Los Blancos club-mate has hailed his consistency throughout a fine career

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Lampard: Rudiger is fit to play

The manager has been handed a major boost to his defensive options as the German is ready to return following almost five months out

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Farke: Norwich can't park the bus against Man City

The Canaries may be without 11 players from their line-up against the champions, leaving the manager wanting to "cry in a cave"

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Marcelino: Winning Copa got me sacked by Valencia

Valencia dismissed the popular coach on Wednesday and he insists it was down to him winning last term's Copa del Rey

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'We are not there yet' - Van Dijk demands Dutch stay focused

The Oranje crushed their opponents by four goals, but their skipper warned they still have plenty left to do to qualify for the final tournament

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Prosinecki quits Bosnia-Herzegovina post

A 4-2 defeat in Armenia was the final straw for the manager, who resigned as coach on Sunday following the loss

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Madrid's Jovic injured with Serbia

The striker is a doubt for Los Blancos' match against Levante after suffering an injury while on international duty

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Injured Umtiti leaves France camp

The central defender will watch from afar as his side continue their Euro 2020 qualifying campaign against Andorra on Tuesday night

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Zidane not dwelling on Bale red

The winger scored twice to spare Los Blancos blushes before picking up two injury-time bookings, but his coach was more concerned with his strikes.

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Report: Villarreal 2-2 Real Madrid

Real Madrid battled to a 2-2 draw at Villarreal on Sunday, with Gareth Bale scoring both goals before being sent off late on.

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'He's the best I've seen' - Pep hails Silva after 400th game

The club legend marked a milestone game with two assists as the champions picked up a valuable win on the south coast

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Dybala's Man Utd move didn't collapse because of me, insists agent

Jorge Antun has denied reports that excessive commission demands on his part caused talks between the Argentine and United to fall apart

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Simeone: Torres 'an absolute legend of football'

The striker's career came to a close on Friday and the Atletico coach saluted his former team-mate and player

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Sanches outburst baffles Bayern director Salihamidzic

The Portuguese midfielder was not shy about voicing his displeasure with his team following Friday's game against Hertha

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Juve boss Sarri diagnosed with pneumonia

After suffering from flu over the past week, the now Bianconeri boss has pneumonia, according to the club.

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Coutinho 'a worthy successor' to Robben's No.10 shirt at Bayern

The Brazilian will wear the No.10 jersey vacated by Arjen Robben at Allianz Arena after the Dutchman gave the club his blessing.

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'It didn't work out' - Coutinho reflects on failed Barca spell

The Brazil international, who has moved to Germany with a view to a permanent switch, concedes his time at Camp Nou was something of a disappointment

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I count on Bale and James 100 per cent – Zidane

The pair have uncertain futures at the Bernabeu, but the Los Blancos boss hinted they could stay with the squad.

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Solskjaer wants more from Rashford

The Englishman scored only 10 Premier League goals last term and his boss wants him to step up this year

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Pepe, Lacazette doubts for Arsenal's Premier League opener

Gunners fans may have to wait to see the club's record signing in the starting XI, as the Spanish boss suggests he is not fit enough to start.

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Maguire and Pogba set to start against Chelsea, Solskjaer confirms

The Red Devils host the Blues on Sunday, with Paul Pogba fit to start and Harry Maguire raring to go after signing from Leicester City.

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Aduriz to retire at season's end

The veteran frontman will bring his 20-year career to an end when the current season finishes, the former Spain international confirmed on Friday.

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Arthur wants Neymar back at Barcelona

The Brazilian has been strongly linked with a return to Camp Nou and a countryman is the latest to declare a desire to see him back in Catalunya.

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'You should be ashamed!' - Wright fumes at Koscielny

The former Gunners striker has been left angered by the defender's actions after completing his switch to the Ligue 1 side

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Wayne Rooney leaving D.C. for Derby

Former Manchester United and Everton star Wayne Rooney is to return to England, joining Derby County in a player-coach role.

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'We might not have stayed friends' - Simeone says Griezmann left Atletico at the right time

The coach insists he still has fond feelings for his former striker and that staying at the club might have soured things.

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Tuchel applauds Sarabia impact

The Spaniards both made their competitive debuts against Rennes in the Trophee des Champions, lifting their first PSG title thanks to a 2-1 win

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Pogba expected to be fit for opener

Manchester United will be without Paul Pogba against AC Milan on Saturday, but he should be able to face Chelsea a week on Sunday.

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De Rossi lauds 'crazy' Boca fans

The Argentine giants presented their big-name signing on Monday and the World Cup winner saluted the passion of the club's supporters.

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Marotta: Our Lukaku offer was fair

The Nerazzurri chief has confirmed his club made what he considers a reasonable offer for the Red Devils frontman.

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Bournemouth sign Billing

The midfielder will remain in the Premier League after being relegated after joining the Cherries.

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Klopp: Premier League won't be two-horse race

The English top flight was dominated by the two sides last term, but the Reds boss expects more than a two-way tussle in 2019-20.

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Ancelotti 'not disappointed' after seemingly missing out on Pepe

Nicolas Pepe appears close to joining Premier League side Arsenal, though Napoli boss Carlo Ancelotti shrugged off that disappointment.

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Iniesta adamant Rakitic wants Barcelona stay despite exit rumours

The Croatian became something of a scapegoat for Blaugrana fans last season, but the Camp Nou legend says his former team-mate is going nowhere.

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Solskjaer admits Bailly injury 'doesn't look great'

The Ivorian suffered another injury blow during Thursday's International Champions Cup game against Spurs, leaving his manager with a defensive gap

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Obiang joins Sassuolo in €9m deal from West Ham

The Hammers midfielder has swapped the Premier League for Serie A in a deal thought to be worth around €9 million.

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'Chelsea fans will only be patient for six months with Lampard'

The defender expects supporters to only give the coaching regime, including the new boss, the first half of the season to find success.

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Dortmund confirm €32m Diallo deal with PSG

After spending just one season with the Bundesliga giants, the highly-rated centre-half is set to return to France with the Ligue 1 champions

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Ramsey couldn't refuse Juve chance

The Welshman could not refuse an opportunity to play for the Bianconeri, adamant they were his number one choice as soon as an offer arrived

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Man City finally leave for pre-season tour in China

After having their flight to China cancelled twice over the weekend, the Premier League champions at last set off on Monday for pre-season

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Neymar: I'm no superhero or perfect model

The Brazilian has been a controversial figure since moving to the French capital in 2017, but he insists he tries to 'act in the best way possible'

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Griezmann: Messi is a legend like LeBron

The France international is eager to play alongside the Argentine star after making his €120 million move to Camp Nou

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'There is no evidence of anything' - Barca deny Griezmann wrongdoing

The Catalan club are relaxed about claims that they had an agreement to sign the France star as early as March

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Real Madrid confirm passing of Zidane's brother

The La Liga club have confirmed the French coach is on leave after the passing of his brother Farid following a long-term illness

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Juventus sign €26m Romero from Genoa

The defender has agreed a five-year contract, but will spend the first season back at his former club on loan

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Fernando joins Sevilla revolution

Two years after leaving the Premier League, the Brazilian is back in one of Europe's big five leagues, having signed a three-year deal in Spain

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Former Liverpool & Spurs striker Crouch retires at 38

The centre-forward has decided the time is right to call it a day despite previously having ambitions to carry on until the age of 40

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Rashford: Lingard holiday video a mistake

Jesse Lingard courted controversy for a video posted on social media, and his Man United teammate - who was in the clip - admits it was a blunder

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Fenerbahce: Ozil not a possibility

The Super Lig side had been credited with an interest in the Gunners man, but have moved to quash speculation of a move

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De Jong excited to play with 'idol' Messi

The Netherlands international cannot believe that he will soon fulfil a childhood dream in stepping out at Camp Nou alongside Leo

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Buffon thanks Juventus for 'splendid gift' of Ronaldo

The veteran goalkeeper is excited about the prospect of playing alongside the five-time Ballon d'Or winner upon his return to Turin

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Legend Lampard named Chelsea coach

Chelsea has replaced Maurizio Sarri with club favorite Frank Lampard, despite having just one season of managerial experience.

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Barca vice president Mestre resigns

The club official has ended his five-year tenure as vice president, the Spanish champions confirmed on Wednesday

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Netherlands to face USA in final

The Dutch will face the United States in the Women's World Cup final after they beat Sweden 1-0 after extra time thanks to Jackie Groenen.

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United States makes World Cup final

The United States are into a third successive Women's World Cup final after beating England 2-1 in a thrilling semi-final on Tuesday.

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Milan & Inter to demolish San Siro

Paolo Scaroni, president of the Rossoneri, has said their famous home - which they share with city rivals and opened in 1926 - is to be demolished

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Allan & Insigne talk 'first big hoax of the season'

Two leading figures at the Serie A outfit are not for sale despite claims to the contrary by an Italian newspaper, with the club hitting out at gossip

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'It'd be better if I died!' - Furious Totti confirms Roma exit

After three decades with the Giallorossi as a player and then a director, the ex-Italy international leaves having fallen out with the club's owners

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Madrid newcomer Jovic insists Euro U21s won't disrupt pre-season

The Blancos' new signing will feature for Serbia at the European Under-21 Championships, which he insists is not a distraction

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Ferdinand: I've spoken to Man Utd about sporting director role

The Red Devils great is interested in the club's sporting director position but insists he will not lose sleep if snubbed

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WWC: France edges Norway

France moved to the brink of qualification for the knockout phase of the Women's World Cup, beating Norway 2-1 in Nice.

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Raiola's worldwide ban delayed due to appeal

The Court of Arbitration for Sport announced that the agent has appealed against the worldwide suspension imposed by FIFA

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Poch: Success means more at Spurs than Man Utd

The Argentine's name has come up repeatedly in connection with the Reds, but he insists that the challenge of taking Spurs to glory makes him happy

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'No danger' of Mane leaving - Murphy

The Senegal winger is rumoured to be interesting Los Blancos, but the former Reds midfielder is confident he will stay put

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Inter confirm Conte as Spalletti's successor

The former Blues boss will return to coaching in Serie A after being confirmed as the next manager for the Nerazzurri

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Conte aware of Inter fans' apprehension

The Italian giants confirmed the hiring of a former Chelsea boss as coach on Friday and he accepts it might be a task winning some supporters over

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Ronaldo: I love Mbappe

The World Cup-winning forward has been likened to the former Blancos striker, and an iconic figure from the past approves of the comparison

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Hoeness: Sane deal 'very difficult'

The German winger has long been a target for the Bavarian club, but their president admitted a deal may be difficult to get over the line

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Atletico bound Felipe confirms Porto exit

After three years at Porto, the Brazilian defender confirmed he is leaving, with the Spanish capital expected to be his next destination

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Barca lose Cucurella but could trigger buyback option

The youngster impressed on loan at Eibar in 2018-19 and the Basque club have triggered a purchase clause, but he may not stick around long

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Vallejo convinced he still has a future at Real Madrid

A spate of hamstring injuries have limited the Spaniard's development, but he still plans to prove himself at Santiago Bernabeu

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Aouar eager for Guardiola link-up

The 20-year-old central midfielder suggested that he'd love to play at the Etihad saying he admires their manager's playing style

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Bartomeu: Valverde not to blame for Copa defeat

Saturday's reverse has only heightened the pressure on the Blaugrana coach, who nevertheless insists he can turn things around

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Marseille parts ways with Garcia

The Frenchman will step down from the Ligue 1 club following the final game of the campaign after failing to match last season's form

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Simeone: I'm committed to Atletico Madrid

While the Spanish side potentially said farewell to four players in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Levante, their manager will remain in place

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Costa suffers ankle injury in friendly

In his first match since early April, the forward suffered an ankle injury, though the club say the bone is not broken

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Guardiola: Kompany will be back

The defender confirmed his impending departure on Sunday, but the manager expects he will be back soon

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City Player of the Season Bernardo makes UCL pledge to fans

The Portuguese was honoured after a stellar season and says the Citizens must now push for European glory after sealing a domestic treble

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I love you, I'm out - Kompany's mic-drop moment in City parade

The Belgian skipper will depart the champions for his former club this summer, leaving behind a legacy most can only dream of

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Abelardo opts to leave Alaves

Following a promising 2018-19 season in La Liga, the manager has decided to leave the club

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Allegri not seeking sabbatical with Juve departure looming

Leaving the club gives the manager the chance to have a year off, but the Italian is eager to avoid taking time away

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Spalletti throws gauntlet down to Inter players

The Inter boss has not held back after the Nerazzurri's Champions League hopes were dealt a blow

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De Bruyne not worried by Champions League failure

The European crown escaped their grasp once again but the midfielder would rather focus on the positives after their treble winning season

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Betis confirm Setien departure despite Real Madrid win

The Spaniard departs after failing to guide Los Verdiblancos into the European places this season

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Kompany: Man City are world's best

Pep Guardiola's team demolished Watford 6-0 in the FA Cup final and the captain thinks it is proof they are the best side on the planet

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Spain back absent Enrique

An emergency continues to keep the manager away from the squad, but his bosses insist there is no plan to replace him

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Ter Stegen a doubt for Copa del Rey final

The German goalkeeper has suffered a knee injury just nine days before the Blaugrana take in a showpiece event against Valencia

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Buffon offered contract extension by PSG

The French champions appear keen on keeping the veteran 'keeper for another year, with the Italian claiming he has been offered a renewal

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Zinchenko basks in FA Cup dream

For many the FA Cup has lost some of its charm in recent years, but the Ukrainian still sees it with the same wonder he did as a child

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Agent: Griezmann won't replace Coutinho

The club are expected to sign the Frenchman from Atletico Madrid, but the Brazilian's agent says he will not be a replacement

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Marchisio wants Klopp at Juventus

The Italian's future at Juventus is in doubt and the midfielder knows who he wants to see take charge of his former club

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Alli will be fit for Champions League final

The Spurs manager doesn't believe the England midfielder will miss the final on June 1 in Madrid after being subbed at half-time in final PL game

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Boost for Tottenham as Kane begins 'on-field rehab'

With just over three weeks to go until the showpiece fixture against Liverpool, the Spurs striker is back on the training pitch after an ankle injury

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Rose revels in shutting 'rude' Gullit up

The ex-Netherlands international was critical of some of Spurs' players after a first-leg, but was silenced during a stunning fight back in Amsterdam

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Mourinho understands Pochettino's tears after Champions League triumph

The Argentine cried after Tottenham progressed to the Champions League final and the ex-Man United boss called it a "beautiful" reaction

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Cech: Chelsea-Arsenal Europa League final may be too much

A European final against the Blues could be the Legendary keeper's final match as a player and he acknowledged it may be difficult emotionally

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Marquinhos: PSG season 'wasted' if CdF is lost

The Ligue 1 champions face Rennes in the tournament final on Saturday and the Brazilian thinks defeat will ruin their season

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If you like seeing me get kicked, watch MMA instead! - Neymar

The Brazil international believes he is unfairly targeted by opposition defenders and has vowed to continue to play the game his way

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Pochettino hints at early Kane return

The England international striker was not expected to play again this season, but his manager now thinks he could feature in the run-in for Tottenham

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Rose: It's vital Spurs keep Eriksen

The midfielder's future is in doubt with only 14 months left on his contract and his team-mate has urged the club to extend that deal

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Klopp jealous Salah met Daenerys

A photo of the Egyptian and actress Emilia Clarke went viral this week, and the Reds boss joked he was disappointed not to get invited

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Guardiola: Bernardo Silva's season is a masterpiece

The Portuguese had another fine game as Manchester City beat local rivals United on Wednesday, leaving the Spanish boss overjoyed

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Gattuso: Lazio embarrassed Milan

The Rossoneri were knocked out of the Coppa Italia on Wednesday and the Italian boss accepts his side are struggling for form

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Guardiola: I support Solskjaer

The Norwegian is feeling the heat after Manchester United's run of poor form, but he has the support of his Manchester City counterpart

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Pochettino: Eriksen extension talks a special situation

The midfielder scored Tottenham's winner against Brighton and Hove Albion and the club's manager hopes he extends his contract

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Guardiola: City 'definitely not' offered Pogba again

The manager Pep claimed last season he had been offered the midfielder by his agent, but he has not this year

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Zola hints Burnley to be reported to FA

The Clarets may find themselves in trouble with the Football Association as the Blues manager was "offended" by them, according to his assistant

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Valverde: Dembele not the same since hamstring injury

The attacker recently returned from a hamstring injury, and the Barca boss will not pressure him to find top form

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Klopp: Liverpool & Utd both powerless in Manchester derby

After seeing the Red Devils thrashed on Merseyside, the table-toppers' manager seriously doubts that an upset is on the cards

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Neymar returns after three months out injured

After three months out injured, the Paris Saint-Germain star returned to the pitch after coming on at half-time on Sunday

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Marcelo: Madrid is my home

The Brazil international has been linked with a move away from the Bernabeu but insists his time at Real is not up yet

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'Now I am a genius' - Pep pleased with Foden impact

The teenage player scored the winner in the vital Premier League clash and his boss afterwards paid tribute to the homegrown attacking midfielder

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Alisson: '10 out of 10' Joe Gomez deserves the best in life

The defender returned on Wednesday from a big injury he suffered in December and the Brazilian is pumped to see the centre-back back in the fold

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Hennessey 'desperate' to be educated about Hitler & Nazism - Hodgson

The goalkeeper escaped punishment for an alleged Nazi salute after claiming ignorance and he now wants to be educated on the subject

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'What can I say about Leo?' - Valverde marvels at Messi

The Argentine has been almost unstoppable this season and his manager paid tribute to him for making the exceptional look normal

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Klopp sympathises with title rivals Man City

Pep Guardiola's side were denied Champions League progress by technology and a Premier League title rival understands their disappointment

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Klopp: Time cover star Salah is a role model

The Reds boss believes the recognition an Egyptian frontman is getting from across the globe is an "important statement for the world"

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Fosu-Mensah returns to Man Utd for knee surgery

The Dutch defender is heading back to Old Trafford, ending his season-long loan spell at Craven Cottage early due to a knee injury

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Giroud: Chelsea dropped intensity

The Blues progressed past Slavia Prague on Thursday, but the striker questioned their second-half display

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Emery applauds Sokratis adaptation

The Greek centre-back has enjoyed a strong debut season with the Gunners and his manager will be relying on him in Naples

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Real Madrid target Aspas renews with Celta

The striker has been rewarded for his inspirational form with a new four-year contract, his club have announced.

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Over 140 arrested as Juve & Ajax fans clash

Fans of the Italian and Dutch sides clashed before Wednesday's match, resulting in excess of 140 arrests, according to Amsterdam Police

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Man United nullified Barca, says Smalling

The Reds may have gone down in front of their own fans, but their defender was pleased that they were not stretched further by Messi and Co.

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Van Dijk applauds 'fantastic player' Keita

The midfielder scored for the second successive match on Tuesday and the defender is thrilled to see him finding his feet at Anfield

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Simeone furious with referees after Costa red

The Colchoneros have received seven red cards in their last 11 trips to Camp Nou, a fact that is not lost on their coach

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Rodgers salutes Vardy for beating Lineker record

The Foxes favourite has six Premier League goals in five games under his new manager, who praised the striker's attitude

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Valverde: Barca closer to title

Luis Suarez and the record-breaking Lionel Messi left the Catalans 11 points clear at the summit as Atletico were downed by two late goals

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Zidane refuses to discuss Bale's Madrid future

On a day where the Welshman was targeted for jeers by the club's fans, his manager failed to back him and wouldn't talk about his future

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Giroud urges Sarri to give CHO more chances

The youngster impressed on his first Premier League start, and the forward thinks he is ready to play more often for the Blues

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Klopp plays down Van Dijk injury fears

The Reds manager insists his star defender is likely to play against Southampton on Friday despite picking up an ankle knock against Spurs

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Valverde: Of course Barca depend on Messi

The forward played a crucial role as Barca rescued a dramatic 4-4 draw at Villarreal, and his importance is not lost on his manager

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New Bernabeu will be best stadium in the world - Perez

The home of the 13-time European champions is set to undergo refurbishments, with the final plans revealed on Tuesday

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The Ferguson 'buzz' is back at Man Utd - Jones

The Red Devils defender has praised the impact made by a Norwegian coach since returning to Old Trafford and earning himself a permanent contract

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UEFA to investigate eligibility of Ukraine striker Moraes

The Brazil-born striker played his first games with the Ukrainians this month, but opponents have raised doubts over whether he was eligible

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'It would be an honour to be succeeded by Mourinho'

The former Chelsea, Inter and Real Madrid manager has been linked with the Ligue 1 outfit as his search for his next job continues

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Subbing for Luis Enrique 'worst day' of Moreno's career

The manager had to miss Spain's Malta win due to a family emergency, and his assistant was saddened to have to step in for him

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Morata dedicates Spain win to absent Luis Enrique

The manager had to miss his side's 2-0 win over Malta in Euro 2020 qualifying due to a family matter

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Pogrebnyak fined for 'laughable black player' remarks

The former Fulham forward has been fined for his comments towards Krasnodar striker Ari

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'We score more than Barca!' - Enrique scoffs at Spain critics

The 2010 world champions have been questioned after their 2-1 win over Norway on Saturday

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Banega happy to see Monchi back

The former goalkeeper left for Roma in 2017 but returned this month

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Martinez commends 'mature' Belgium despite poor pitch

Goals from Michy Batshuayi and Eden Hazard ensured the Red Devils maintained their 100 per cent start in Group I

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Southgate salutes Henderson ahead of 50the cap

Jordan Henderson is expected to win his 50th England cap on Monday and Gareth Southgate applauded his mentality and leadership.

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Hazard wins 100th Belgium cap

The Chelsea winger has been one of the stars of the Red Devils' "golden generation" and becomes just their third player to play a century of games

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Martinez salutes 'extraordinary' Hazard

The Chelsea winger is set to win his 100th Belgium cap on Sunday, and his manager saluted his dedication ahead of that achievement

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Hazard: There is still nothing to Madrid links

The Belgium and Chelsea star insists media speculation saying he has reached an agreement with the Liga giants is wide of the mark

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Vinicius still in consideration for Brazil Copa America squad

Panama stunned the Selecao by hanging on to a 1-1 draw in Porto on Saturday, with Madrid's new star unable to feature due to injury

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Martino urges calm after Mexico win

Hirving Lozano was among the goalscorers as the former Argentina and Paraguay coach began his third international job with victory

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Burundi reach first AFCON as Auba's Gabon are eliminated

The Arsenal sharp-shooter will not feature in this year's tournament after his nation failed to snatch the victory necessary to book their place

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Hudson-Odoi 'speechless' after record-setting debut

Gareth Southgate handed the youngster his England debut on Friday, leaving the 18-year-old lost for words

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Santos convinced by Portugal despite Ukraine draw

The visitors left Lisbon with a 0-0 draw on Friday, but the manager was not particularly worried

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PSG dub themselves Instagram 'champion'

Ligue 1's runaway leaders boastfully announced they had reached 20 million followers

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Depay crucial for 'careless' Netherlands - Koeman

The former Man United man got two goals and a pair of assists in Thursday's comfortable win, but the Oranje boss was not entirely happy with his team

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New England man Rice apologises for pro-IRA posts

The West Ham star had written comments in support of the paramilitary organisation when he was 15 and in the Ireland youth set-up

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Low hints at Neuer keeping starting job for Germany

Manuel Neuer looks set to remain as Germany's first-choice goalkeeper, but Joachim Low says Marc-Andre ter Stegen will get chances.

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Morata unsurprised by Man City interest in Saul

The midfielder's Atletico Madrid team-mate has expected to see some of Europe's biggest clubs in for the 24-year-old

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Morata defends Atletico boss Simeone from criticism

The striker feels his manager doesn't deserve the disparagement that's come after Atletico Madrid's Champions League elimination

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Panathinaikos fans attack players

Fans clashed with players and the police prior to the referee calling time on the clash after 70 minutes

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Bonucci: Genoa loss a 'hiccup'

The Serie A champions lost 2-0 on Sunday but the Italian defender is confident his side will bounce back strongly

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Guardiola: 'I don't like to win in that way. I am sorry'

The absence of technology cost Swansea City dearly against Manchester City in the FA Cup

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Barcelona took a risk with Dembele - Valverde

The World Cup winner is facing up to a month on the sidelines and his manager concedes it was a risk to play him against Lyon in the Champions League

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Sevilla president confirms talks wover Monchi return

Despite being heavily linked with Arsenal, the former Roma sporting director may be about to return to his former club in Spain

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Arsenal tie with Napoli reversed thanks to Chelsea

Security issues means the London rivals cannot play at home in the Europe on the same day, meaning a change to their quarter-final clash

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Pires: Emery is right man for Arsenal

The Spaniard arrived at Emirates Stadium with a big job to do, but the Frenchman thinks he has taken to the challenge well

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Pique: Messi gives Barca another level

The Spanish defender praised his Argentine teammate after he got two goals and two assists in a 5-1 win over Lyon in Europe

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Scaloni puts Icardi snub down to 'complicated situation'

The Inter striker was left out of his country's latest squad because of his controversial circumstances in Italy

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Ronaldo to be rested ahead of Atletico clash

Juventus face Udinese in Serie A on Friday, but their star forward will be held in reserve ahead of their European clash next week

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Scaloni: Aguero rapport 'perfect'

The striker remains in post-World Cup exile, as he has again been ignored for games against Venezuela and Morocco

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Arsenal can cope without Lacazette - Emery

The striker will be unavailable for both Europa League games against the Ligue 1 side after picking up a three-match ban in the first leg with BATE

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Pochettino hoping for swift stadium move

Tottenham are into the Champions League's last eight and the Spurs boss hopes their next European home game will not be at Wembley.

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Pogba: Lukaku row claims 'funny'

The France midfielder has joined his Belgian teammate by taking to social media to laugh off the claims

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'Rice is already England's best holding midfielder'

Having made the decision to represent the Three Lions at senior international level, rather than Ireland, the youngster has seen his qualities saluted

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Barca release Samper ahead of Vissel Kobe move

The Spaniard's time at the Camp Nou has come to an end, with the gifted midfielder widely expected to join his old colleague in Japan

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'Argentina haven't found the right style for Messi'

Many believe La Albiceleste have never got the best out of the Barcelona talisman, and his fellow countryman agrees with that assessment

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Mourinho open to return to 'iconic' Real Madrid

The former Manchester United boss continues to be linked to the Santiago Bernabeu outfit, with president Florentino Perez a fan of the Portuguese

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Hazard makes Chelsea history

The Belgium international joined a select club of Blues players in setting up Jorginho for the decisive goal in his side's 2-1 victory over Fulham

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'This is Man Utd!' - Dalot revels in Red Devils comeback

The Red Devils secured three points in a thrilling game with the Saints, hauling themselves back into the top four

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Robertson thanks 'fantastic' Marco Silva

The Liverpool defender played under the Portuguese at Hull and says he learned a lot despite the Tigers' relegation

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Emery tips Pochettino for successful career

The Gunners boss is convinced the Spurs manager will go on to succeed as a coach

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Sarri undecided on timing of Kepa return

The Blues boss has insisted the Spaniard will be recalled either against Fulham or Dynamo Kiev, but it is yet to make a final call

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Zinchenko vows to fight for Man City future

The Premier League champions continue to be linked with fresh faces, but a man already at the club hopes to be long-term competition to Benjamin Mendy

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Rice: I'm ready to play for England

The 20-year-old pledged his international allegiance to England last month and he feels ready to join up with Gareth Southgate's squad

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Solskjaer glad Lukaku took chance with Man Utd double

The Belgian striker scored twice in his side's win over Crystal Palace, earning big praise from the Norwegian manager

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Emery applauds Ozil's 'spirit'

The German is enduring a difficult season for Arsenal, but his manager thinks he has recently shown good spirit

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'Suarez still not ready for full Arsenal game'

The Gunners boss could hand the on-loan midfielder his first start on Wednesday, but says he is not prepared for a whole 90 minutes of action

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Simeone charged for 'cojones' celebration

The Atletico Madrid boss turned around to the crowd and grabbed his crotch as his side celebrated their goal against Juventus

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Solskjaer sets new Premier League points record

A depleted Manchester United could only draw at Old Trafford, but it allowed the club's manager to notch another accomplishment

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Kane: Tottenham title challenge tough after Burnley slip

Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Sean Dyche's side severely hindered Spurs' chances of claiming the Premier League crown this season, the striker admits

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Ozil has key to Arsenal return in his hands - Emery

The attacking midfielder has won his manager's approval in training this week and could be back in the side to face BATE Borisov on Thursday

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Icardi is welcome back with open arms - Candreva

The Argentine's situation at Inter is increasingly uncertain due to a series of issues, but his team-mates are waiting for him to come back

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Morata: I wish Bonucci would beat me up!

The Juventus defender promised to give his former team-mate a good beating when they face each other in the Champions League

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Valverde not worried about Suarez drought

The forward has not scored in five matches for Barcelona, but his manager is still happy to see him generating scoring chances

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Allegri: Ronaldo gives Juve advantage in Champions League

The Portuguese star has won the trophy three times in a row, and his coach believes that experience and track record could prove decisive

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Khedira to undergo heart treatment

The Old Lady confirmed the midfielder has an "atrial arrhythmia" which was detected on Tuesday

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Nice punish Milan target Saint-Maximin for Angers no-show

The 21-year-old promise claimed stomach troubles ruled him out of a recent Ligue 1 clash, an excuse that did not wash with his club

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