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David Beckham knighthood: Which other UK football stars have been knighted?

David Beckham is set to become Sir David Beckham when he is recognised in King Charles III's Birthday Honours. The former Manchester United, Real Madrid and England star will join a select number of football knights.

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All teams to have qualified for 2026 World Cup so far

The FIFA World Cup has been expanded to a 48-team competition for 2026. Here's a list of the nations that have made the cut.

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How the U.S. travel ban affects the Club World Cup and Gold Cup

A full travel ban relating to 12 countries, with restrictions for seven more, was introduced in the United States on June 9. How will this impact participants at the FIFA Club World Cup and CONCACAF Gold Cup?

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Will Brazil still qualify for the 2026 World Cup? What they need to do

What Brazil need to do in March 2025 and beyond to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and preserve their proud record.

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How teams qualified for the expanded FIFA Club World Cup

The expanded FIFA Club World Cup begins in June 2025. How did the 32 clubs from across the globe earn their place at the tournament in the United States?

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FIFA Club World Cup transfer window: How the 'split' period will work

The expanded FIFA Club World Cup means new transfer rules for those competing in the 32-team event in the United States. Here's a breakdown of how they work.

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Italy vs. Moldova lineups, team news: Spalletti set for farewell after Norway nightmare

Italy's humbling 3-0 defeat to Norway has brought down the curtain on Luciano Spalletti's reign as head coach. Can the former Roma and Napoli boss sign off with a win over Moldova?

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French Open final: Alcaraz saves match points, outlasts Sinner in Roland-Garros epic

Carlos Alcaraz was two sets down and repelled three championship points before prevailing in a final-set tie-break as he and Jannik Sinner produced a French Open final for the ages.

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Portugal beat rivals Spain on penalties to lift Nations League after Ronaldo equaliser

Portugal became the first country to win the UEFA Nations League twice after they came from behind in each half to draw 2-2 with Spain before triumphing on penalties.

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Portugal vs. starting lineups, team news: Ronaldo, Lamine Yamal clash with UEFA Nations League glory on the line

Spain and neighbours Portugal are each trying to win their second UEFA Nations League title when they meet in Sunday's final in Munich.

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Nigeria preserve unbeaten run with draw in Russia

Nigeria extended their unbeaten run to seven matches after Tolu Arokodare's maiden international goal secured a 1-1 draw against Russia in Moscow.

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Junto Nakatani vs. Ryosuke Nishida expert prediction, odds for all-Japanese bantamweight unification

Junto Nakatani is thought to be closing in on a superfight with the great Naoya Inoue, but first he must unify the bantamweight division against another compatriot, Ryosuke Nishida.

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Andorra vs. England predicted lineups, team news: Tuchel tackles minnows task

England will be keen to run up a handsome scoreline when they take on Group K outsiders Andorra in World Cup qualification.

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Gauff outlasts Keys in error-riddle French Open quarterfinal

Coco Gauff dropped a set for the first time at this year's French Open but battled back to defeat Madison Keys and book a semifinal spot.

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Inter fans bring sounds and colour before heartbreak on 500km pilgrimage to Munich

The game and the trophy belonged emphatically to Paris Saint-Germain, but Inter Milan fans made their mark on Munich on a sun-drenched final weekend.

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UEFA Champions League prize money 2025: Total purse breakdown for winners as PSG face Inter in final

Inter Milan face Paris Saint-Germain in the 2025 UEFA Champions League final. The financial rewards at play in Europe's top competition are huge.

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All you need to know about Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique

Luis Enrique headed into the 2025 UEFA Champions League final aiming to join a select group of coaches to have won Europe's top competition with two clubs.

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Unity Cup: Nigeria, Ghana feature in four-team London tournament

Nigeria, Ghana, Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago are all in action at the Unity Cup, which takes place in west London at Brentford's Gtech Community Stadium.

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Which players have won the most UEFA Champions League titles?

Real Madrid are the most successful team in UEFA Champions League history. Their players dominate a list of the most successful individuals in Europe's premier club tournament.

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Did Lionel Messi, Neymar and Kylian Mbappe win Champions League with PSG?

In their first season without any of Neymar, Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi since 2016/17, Paris Saint-Germain have reached the UEFA Champions League final. What was their record with members of the superstar trio?

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All you need to know about Inter Milan head coach Simone Inzaghi

Simone Inzaghi played in the shadow of his illustrious brother but leading Inter Milan to a second UEFA Champions League final in three years marks him out as one of the finest coaches around.

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PSG vs. Inter Milan Champions League final tactics preview

Paris Saint-Germain and Inter MIlan are set for a titanic tactical tussle in the Champions League final. Former Manchester City and Real Salt Lake defender Nedum Onuoha discusses where the match might be won and lost.

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After Neymar, Messi and Mbappe, Luis Enrique shows PSG a better way to dream

Luis Enrique humiliated Paris Saint-Germain when he led Barcelona. In Saturday's Champions League final, he can realise the dream he once crushed.

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Alexander-Arnold hails 'best day of my life' as Anfield cheers prodigal son

Trent Alexander-Arnold did not know what to expect when he took to the field in a Liverpool shirt for the final time against Crystal Palace, but was serenaded ahead of Real Madrid move.

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Ruben Amorim's speech to Man United fans in full

Manchester United have endured a dreadful season and lost the Europa League final to Tottenham in midweek. But Ruben Amorim decided to continue with the manager's traditional end-of-season address at Old Trafford.

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Colwill sinks Forest to seal Champions League spot for Chelsea

Levi Colwill's second-half goal was enough for Chelsea to secure Champions League football. Nottingham Forest will compete in the Conference League.

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What Pep Guardiola's 'quit' claim means for Man City stars and transfer plans

Manchester City fans are clamouring for new signings after a disappointing season, but Pep Guardiola says having too big a squad is "impossible for my soul".

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Is the EFL Championship playoff final really the 'richest game in football'?

Sunderland beat Sheffield United in the EFL Championship playoff final. But is it really the "richest game in football".

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Terri Harper vs. Natalie Zimmerman full card results, highlights: 'Belter retains WBO lightweight crown

Three-weight world champion Terri Harper cruised to a unanimous decision win over Natalie Zimmerman to retain the WBO lightweight crown and set up possible unification showdowns.

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Who won the Serie A title? McTominay, Lukaku seal Napoli glory

Napoli went into their final game on Friday at home to Cagliari knowing a win would seal a second Serie A title in three seasons. Anything less would leave the door open to Inter Milan.

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Phil Foden candidly explains mental toll behind nightmare Man City season

Twelve months ago, Phil Foden was named the best player in the Premier League. The most difficult year of the 24-year-old Manchester City star's career came next.

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All the times Ange Postecoglou has won trophies in his second season

Tottenham beat Manchester United 1-0 in the Europa League final to make good on Ange Postecoglou's famous pledge.

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Tottenham vs. Man United lineups, team news for Europa League final

Manchester United and Tottenham will seek to salvage their dismal Premier League seasons when they clash for UEFA Europa League glory in Bilbao.

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Man United vs. Tottenham all-time head-to-head going into Europa League final

Manchester United and Tottenham have not lived up their reputations as Premier League heavyweights but will seek to salvage their seasons in the Europa League final.

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Marmoush stunner ignites Man City win over Bournemouth on De Bruyne's Etihad farewell

Emotions ran high as Kevin De Bruyne steps out at the Etihad Stadium for the final time, with Manchester City claiming a crucial 3-1 win over Bournemouth.

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Man City vs. Bournemouth confirmed lineups, team news: De Bruyne poised for Etihad Stadium farewell

Manchester City need four points from their final two matches to secure UEFA Champions League qualification. Three of those against Bournemouth would give Kevin De Bruyne a fitting Etihad Stadium farewell.

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Who is Gary Lineker? Football and broadcasting career of former England star

Gary Lineker announced he will leave the BBC after his final Match of the Day programme on Sunday, May 25. Here's a look at his life and career.

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Rice stunner sinks Newcastle to seal Arsenal's Champions League spot

Declan Rice's sumptuous second-half goal gave Arsenal a 1-0 win over Newcastle United to make sure of UEFA Champions League football next season.

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Bernardo Silva gives brutal 'war' message to under-performing City stars

Manchester City's defeat to Crystal Palace in the FA Cup final marked another crushing disappointment in their season — one that Bernardo Silva wants to serve as a reminder of their standards.

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Crystal Palace's FA Cup heroics smash myth of Premier League's 'big six'

Newcastle United and Crystal Palace's trophy successes have provided memories to last a lifetime and show trophies in England need not be for a select group of clubs.

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De Bruyne 'probably won't play' at Club World Cup for Man City

After FA Cup final disappointment against Crystal Palace, Kevin De Bruyne appears to be entering his final week as a Manchester City player.

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Crystal Palace stun Man City to win FA Cup after Eze, Henderson heroics

Eberechi Eze put Crystal Palace ahead in the 144th FA Cup final against Manchester City before Dean Henderson saved Omar Marmoush's penalty to seal glory.

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Crystal Palace vs. Man City FA Cup final lineups, team news: De Bryune aiming for trophy farewell

Manchester City are aiming to give Kevin De Bruyne one final trophy with the club, while Crystal Palace can win the FA Cup for the first time in their history.

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Why there are no Premier League games on May 17

The 2024/25 Premier League season is approaching its conclusion. So, why are there no games on Saturday, May 17? It's all to do with cup scheduling.

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What is the song they play before the FA Cup final?

Before Crystal Palace and Manchester City step out on the Wembley turf on Saturday, fans will enjoy an FA Cup final tradition.

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Does Eberechi Eze have a release clause? Transfer options for Crystal Palace star

Eberechi Eze has established himself in the England setup and made Crystal Palace appointment viewing. But is the the mercurial attacking talent move on from Selhurst Park?

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Aston Villa vs. Tottenham lineups, team news: No Rashford again for Emery's UCL chase

Aston Villa remain firmly in the hunt for UEFA Champions League qualification and will hope to take advantage of Tottenham having an eye on their Europa League final date next week.

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How do Man City replace Kevin De Bruyne? Five possible transfer options

Kevin De Bruyne is set for an emotional farewell after an incredible decade at Manchester City. So how do you go about replacing arguably the greatest player in your club's history?

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Espanyol vs. Barcelona lineups, team news: Defensive woes for Flick with title within reach

Hansi Flick could be without his entire first-choice back four when Barcelona look to seal La Liga glory against city rivals Espanyol.

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Anfield fightback shows it's time for Arteta to park Champions League fairytales

Arsenal's second-half fightback at Anfield said far more about their elite ambitions than Mikel Arteta's Champions League tall stories.

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Newcastle down 10-man Chelsea to close in on Champions League place

Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes secured a 2-0 win over 10-man Chelsea to give Newcastle's Champions League hopes a huge boost.

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Southampton vs. Man City: predicted lineups, team news: Haaland eyeing return

Erling Haaland has not played a Premier League game since scoring a penalty against Brighton on March 15. He could return against relegated Southampton.

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Chelsea vs. Djurgarden lineups, team news: Blues ready to book final place

Chelsea's serene progress through the UEFA Conference League is set to take them all the way to the final.

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Bodo/Glimt vs. Tottenham lineups, team news: Solanke returns

Dominic Solanke was injured during Tottenham's first-leg win over Bodo/Glimt but the striker has recovered for the game in Norway.

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Inter outlast Barcelona to reach final in all-time UEFA Champions League classic

Davide Frattesi's extra-time strike gave Inter Milan a UEFA Champions League semifinal triumph for the ages over Barcelona.

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Inter Milan vs. Barcelona confirmed lineups, team news: Lautaro Martinez wins fitness race

Inter Milan and Barcelona played out a six-goal Champions League thriller last week. One of the most prolific goalscorers on either side must prove his fitness for the second leg.

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What happens if an IPL match is rained off?

Rain has often made its presence felt in the IPL. But what needs to happen for a game to be rained off?

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Sublime Palmer wraps up key Chelsea win over champions Liverpool

Chelsea gave their hopes of UEFA Champions League qualification a huge boost with a 3-1 win over LIverpool at Stamford Bridge.

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Madrid hang on against Celta to keep La Liga race alive

Kylian Mbappe scored a goal in each half before Real Madrid hung on to claim a 3-2 win over Celta Vigo, moving to within four points of Barcelona heading into El Clasico.

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West Ham vs. Tottenham confirmed lineups, team news: Eight changes for Spurs

West Ham and Spurs have little more than wounded pride on the line in this London derby after dreadful Premier League seasons.

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Brentford vs. Man United confirmed lineups, team news: Obi full debut as Amorim rests Europa heroes

Manchester United claimed a superb 3-0 victory over Athletic Club in the first leg of their Europa League semifinal. Ruben Amorim will take no chances with injuries against Brentford.

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Can Canelo wake up from his sleepy king Mayweather era?

Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez learned plenty from his experience with Floyd Mayweather the boxer in 2013. Nowadays, his template seems to be Floyd Mayweather the businessman.

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Liverpool title parade and Premier League trophy presentation: Key details

Liverpool wrapped up the Premier League title with a 5-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur. Unlike in 2020, there's going to be a huge party.

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Man City vs. Wolves predicted lineups, team news: Lewis to remain, De Bruyne return?

Manchester City must continue their bid for Champions League qualification against the team with the hottest form streak in the Premier League.

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Barcelona vs. Inter MIlan lineups, team news: Copa hero Ferran Torres to start again

Barcelona will once again be without Robert Lewandowski for the UEFA Champions League semifinal against Inter Milan.

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Dembele gives PSG deserved first-leg win over Arsenal in Champions League semis

Ousmane Dembele's early goal gave Paris Saint-Germain a slender 1-0 victory at Arsenal in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semifinal.

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How Arsenal's record in the Champions League knockouts stacks up

Arsenal were eliminated by Bayern Munich at the quarterfinal stage of the UEFA Champions League in 2024. They had not reached this point of the tournament since 2010.

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Arsenal vs. PSG lineups, team news: Merino in midfield, Trossard up front

Arsenal are without key midfielder Thomas Partey for the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semifinal showdown with Paris Saint-Germain.

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Liverpool 2024/25: Slot's worthy Premier League champions are keepers of Klopp's flame

Liverpool's procession to a historic 20th English title has received a lukewarm reception. Make no mistake, Arne Slot's team have completely a phenomenal achievement.

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Who has won the most Premier League titles?

Liverpool sealed their 20th Premier League title on Saturday — an important number in English football's historic battle for supremacy.

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Five-star Liverpool demolish Spurs to seal Premier League title

Liverpool sealed their 20th English title with a 5-1 thrashing of Tottenham at a joyous Anfield.

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Nottingham Forest vs. Man City predicted lineups, team news: Grealish gets Wembley recall

Nottingham Forest and Manchester City put their battle for Champions League qualification to one side in this weekend's FA Cup semifinal.

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Liverpool vs. Tottenham confirmed lineups, team news: Alexander-Arnold ready for Anfield party?

Liverpool are a point away from securing their 20th Premier League title. Will Trent Alexander-Arnold start at an expectant Anfield?

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Eubank Jr. vs. Benn was the fight fight of the year but we do not need a rematch

Chris Eubank Jr. and Conor Benn surpassed expectations to produce a magnificent fight worthy of their family names. But there should be no rematch.

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Kounde the extra-time hero as Barca sink raging Madrid in epic Copa del Rey final

Kylian Mbappe came off the bench to turn the Copa del Rey final in Real Madrid's favour but Barcelona forward Ferran Torres forced extra time before Jules Kounde won it.

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Last-gasp Nunes gives Man City crucial win over Aston Villa

Matheus Nunes gave Manchester City a vital victory over top-five rivals Aston Villa with a dramatic stoppage-time winner at the Etihad Stadium.

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Laver Cup 2025 format and scoring system explained

Can Team World hit back in San Francisco after their dramatic loss to Team Europe in last year's Laver Cup? Here, we explain how points are won and lost in the tennis event.

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Aston Villa vs. PSG lineups, team news: Watkins, Asensio on the bench

Paris Saint-Germain are heavy favourites to reach the UEFA Champions League semifinals but Aston Villa's fans will hope to roar them on to a famous comeback.

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Borussia Dortmund vs. Barcelona predicted lineups, team news: Balde out for Barca

Borussia Dortmund were blown away in Catalonia and require a comeback for the ages against Barceloa in the UEFA Champions League.

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Piastri produces masterful drive in Bahrain

Oscar Piastri secured his second victory of the F1 season after storming to pole position for the Bahrain Grand Prix.

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Barnes at the double as Newcastle hammer Man United

Harvey Barnes's second-half brace inspired a 4-1 victory for Newcastle over Manchester United, who must now salvage their dire season in the Europa League.

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Newcastle vs. Man United confirmed lineups, team news: Under-fire Onana axed

Andre Onana is set to sit out Manchester United's visit to a raucous St James' Park on Sunday, where Ruben Amorim's side take on Champions League-chasing Newcastle.

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Deportivo Alaves vs. Real Madrid lineups, team news: Mbappe starts, Bellingham and Vini Jr. on bench

Real Madrid have suffered a nightmare week at home and abroad and must get back to winning ways when they visit struggling Deportivo Alaves in La Liga.

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Wolves vs. Tottenham predicted lineups, team news: Cunha only on bench to face Spurs

Tottenham's Europa League quarterfinal against Eintracht Frankfurt is locked at 1-1 and they face a tricky trip to in-form Wolves before the away leg.

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Chelsea vs. Ipswich Town confirmed lineups, team news: Delap on the bench

Chelsea are in the hunt for a return to the UEFA Champions League. Should they get there, reports suggest they might want to sign Ipswich hotshot Liam Delap.

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Liverpool vs. West Ham confirmed lineups, team news: Salah ready to celebrate new deal

Mohamed Salah is ensured of a rapturous reception when Liverpool host West Ham after committing his future to the Premier League champion-elect.

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Jaron 'Boots' Ennis batters Elimantas Stanionis to unify welterweight titles.

Jaron 'Boots' Ennis served notice of his superstar credentials with a six-round beatdown of the previously undefeated Eimantas Stanionis.

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Barcelona battle to win at Leganes, go seven points clear in La Liga

Jorge Saenz's own goal ended up being the difference as Barcelona were pushed to the brink by Leganes in La Liga but prevailed 1-0.

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Jaron 'Boots' Ennis vs. Eimantas Stanionis prediction, odds for welterweight unification

IBF welterweight champion Jaron 'Boots' Ennis and WBA king Eimantas Stanionis put their titles and undefeated records on the line at Atlantic City's storied Boardwalk Hall, where the Ring Magazine championship is also up for grabs.

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Mohamed Salah signs new contract at Liverpool until 2027

Mohamed Salah has ended months of speculation by committing his future to Premier League leaders Liverpool.

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Legia Warszawa vs. Chelsea lineups, team news: Palmer set to return for Conference League bid

Chelsea continue their quest for UEFA Conference League glory with a trip to Poland to face Legia Warszawa in the first leg of the quarterfinals.

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A history of UCL Clasico matches ahead of possible 2025 final

The 2024/25 UEFA Champions League could potentially pit Real Madrid against Barcelona in the final if they remain on track for the showdown in Munich on May 31.

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Kvaratskhelia, Doue stunners inspire PSG to Villa win

Spectacular goals from Desire Doue and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia inspired Paris Saint-Germain to a 3-1 comeback win over Aston Villa.

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Rice hits amazing free-kick double as Arsenal demolish Real Madrid.

Declan Rice buried two sensational free-kicks during the second half as Arsenal claimed a 3-0 first-leg win over Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals.

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Bayern Munich vs. Inter Milan lineups, team news: Musiala blow launches Muller's farewell tour

Bayern Munich have suffered a major injury blow heading into their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal against Inter Milan but it gives Thomas Muller the chance of a fairytale farewell.

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Arsenal vs. Real Madrid confirmed lineups, team news: Courtois set to return

UEFA Champions League holders Real Madrid are set for a significant fitness boost for the first leg their quarterfinal with Arsenal.

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Requiem for a Juggernaut: Why it's hard for Joe Joyce to walk away

Joe Joyce has various prospects for a rich and fulfilling life outside of boxing, but the 39-year-old heavyweight resisted retirement calls after his punishing loss to Filip Hrgovic.

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Guardiola slams United fans for 'lack of class' over Foden chants

The goalless Manchester derby between United and City at Old Trafford on Sunday was marred by misogynistic chanting about the mother of England international Phil Foden.

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Man City hold Man United in Old Trafford bore draw

Manchester United and Manchester United played out a dour 0-0 draw in the 196th Manchester derby.

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Man United vs. Man City confirmed lineups, team news: De Bruyne set for derby swansong

Manchester United and Manchester City have each endured underwhelming seasons, but local pride is on the line as a legend begins his long goodbye.

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Tottenham vs. Southampton confirmed lineups, team news: Postecoglou welcomes doomed Saints

Bottom club Southampton's visit to Tottenham might come at a very handy time for under-fire boss Ange Postecoglou.

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Fulham vs. Liverpool confirmed lineups, team news: Still no Alisson for Reds

Liverpool are still without Alisson for Sunday's game at Fulham. Arne Slot's men have the Premier League title in their sights following more dropped points from Arsenal.

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Valencia dramatically sink Madrid to give Barca huge La Liga title boost

Hugo Duro's winner in the fifth minute of injury time game Valencia a 2-1 win at Real Madrid to ease their relegation fears. Barcelona can now go six points clear of Los Blancos if they beat Real Betis.

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Brentford vs. Chelsea predicted lineups, team news: James ready for derby clash

Chelsea moved up to fourth place with victory over Tottenham and will try to tighten their grip on a Champions League spot in another all-London clash.

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Kevin De Bruyne: Manchester City's greatest-ever player

Pep Guardiola craves control but Kevin De Bruyne was his fearless risk-taker best player at Manchester City. The brilliant Belgian is the finest footballer ever to play for the club.

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Kevin De Bruyne to leave Man City at the end of the 2024/25 season

Kevin De Bruyne will leave Manchester City this summer after 10 years at the club. The Belgium superstar has won 14 major honours with the club, including six Premier League titles.

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Jota ends drought to give Liverpool derby joy against Everton

Diogo Jota's first goal since January 14 gave Liverpool a 1-0 derby win over Everton, restoring their 12-point lead at the top of the Premier League.

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Man City vs. Leicester lineups, team news: Marmoush to fill Haaland's shoes

Manchester City are in a battle to finish in the Champions League places and must now do most of it without Erling Haaland.

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Man City fan boycott at Leciester Premier League match explained.

Manchester City fan groups have urged supporters in the stadium not to take their seats for the first nine minutes of Wednesday's Premier League game against Leicester. Here's why

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FA Cup quarterfinal 2025 draw result: Full list of matches

The FA Cup is down to the last eight. Find out the matchups for every quarterfinal game, with each side one match away from a trip to Wembley.

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The last time Man City were relegated from the Premier League

Manchester City had their odds for an improbable relegation slashed this season as their "115 case" with the Premier League awaits a verdict. But the 10-time English champions have known adversity before.

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Can Nigeria still qualify for World Cup 2026?

Nigeria's hopes of reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup are hanging by a thread. They need some positive results to boost morale before their qualifying campaign resumes in March 2025.

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Nigeria lineups, team news vs. Zimbabwe: Super Eagles unchanged from Rwanda win

Nigeria began the Eric Chelle era with an impressive 2-0 win away to Rwanda but still have plenty of work to do if they are to salvage their World Cup qualification campaign.

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England vs. Latvia lineups, team news: Reece James starts, Foden dropped

Thomas Tuchel named Reece James in the starting XI to face Latvia and dropped Phil Foden. Get the rest of the team news here.

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Man City vs. Premier League hearing: Latest updates on 115 charges case

The latest updates on the Premier League's legal case against Manchester City, who are accused of multiple breaches of the competition's financial rules.

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Everything you need to know about the UEFA Nations League: Format, schedule, and results

The latest edition of the UEFA Nations League kicked off in September 2024. European champions Spain are defending the title they won in 2022/23.

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Portugal vs. Denmark lineups, team news: 2nd leg start for Hojlund after Ronaldo jibe?

Portugal must overturn a 1-0 first-leg deficit when they welcome Denmark to Lisbon's Estadio Jose Alvalade for the second leg of their UEFA Nations League quarterfinal.

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Germany vs. Italy confirmed lineups, team news: Kleindienst pushing to start

Germany came from behind to beat Italy 2-1 in the first leg of their UEFA Nations League quarterfinal. Will one of their goal heroes get a start in Dortmund?

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Scotland suffer Greek tragedy in Nations League playoff

Giannis Konstantelias, Konstantinos Karetsas and Christos Tzolis were all on target as Greece put Scotland to the sword at Hampden Park.

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George Foreman's five greatest knockouts, ranked

George Foreman will forever be remembered as one of the most brutally destructive punchers in boxing history. Here are five of his finest triumphs.

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Lewis Skelly and Kane launch England's Tuchel era with Albania win

Debutant Myles Lewis-Skelly and all-time record goalscorer Harry Kane were on target as England beat Albania 2-0 in Thomas Tuchel's first game at the helm.

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Osimhen double gives Nigeria comfortable WCQ win over Rwanda

Victor Osimhen gave Nigeria an 11th-minute lead in their vital World Cup qualifier against Rwanda and sealed a 2-0 victory with his 25th international goal.

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England vs. Albania lineups, team news: Burn and Lewis-Skelly debuts, Rashford returns

Thomas Tuchel has handed Marcus Rashford an England recall. Aston Villa's Manchester United loanee starts against Albania alongside two defensive debutants.

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Netherlands vs. Spain lineups, team news: Kluivert starts

European champions Spain travel to the Netherlands for the first leg of their UEFA Nations League quarterfinal.

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Thomas Tuchel's first England squad: Latest updates after Cole Palmer withdrawal

England's players got together for their first training session under Thomas Tuchel on March 17, but who was present and which stars have been forced to withdraw?

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Laver Cup 2025 lineups for Team Europe, Team World

Team World take on Team Europe when the Laver Cup comes to San Francisco in September. Here's all you need to know about the players taking part.

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Do Carabao Cup winners qualify for Europa League?

The Carabao Cup semifinals conclude this week. Here is what awaits the eventual winners, aside from the trophy.

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Atletico Madrid vs. Barcelona lineups, team news: Simeone to pick up battered Atleti

Atletico Madrid host Barcelona in a pivotal clash in La Liga's title race after a week of contrasts in the UEFA Champions League.

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Burn and Isak fire Newcastle to Carabao Cup final glory over Liverpool

Goals from Dan Burn and Alexander Isak gave Newcastle United their first English trophy for 70 years as Eddie Howe's men beat Liverpool 2-1.

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Why do Liverpool fans boo the UK national anthem?

The UK national anthem was played at Wembley Stadium before the 2025 Carabao Cup final between Liverpool and Newcastle. Why did Liverpool fans boo God Save The King?

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Liverpool vs. Newcastle confirmed lineups, team news for Carabao Cup final: Jota starts

Trent Alexander-Arnold's midweek injury added to Liverpool's defensive worries for the Carabao Cup final against Newcastle.

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Igamane late show gives Rangers stunning win at Celtic

Hamza Igamane was Rangers' derby day hero as he fired an 88th-minute winner to stun Celtic at Parkhead.

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Six Nations 2025 results, standings: Dazzling France seal title

Here's everything you need to know about the 2025 edition of the men's Six Nations, where France secured the title on a gripping final weekend.

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Mbappe at the double at Villareal to put Real Madrid top of La Liga

Real Madrid were forced to come from behind at Villarreal as a double for Kylian Mbappe moved the France superstar on to 30 goals this season.

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Why Julian Alvarez's penalty was disallowed after dramatic VAR call

Atletico Madrid once against suffered UEFA Champions League heartache against Real Madrid, but there was controversy as Julian Alvarez's penalty was disallowed during the shootout.

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Man City vs. Brighton lineups, team news: Marmoush returns

Just one point seperates Manchester City and Brighton & Hove Albion in the battle for European qualification.

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Real Madrid vs. Atletico Madrid history, head-to-head record, trophies won

Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid faced one another in this season's UEFA Champions League Round of 16. Here's how one of the fiercest rivalries in European football breaks down.

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Kenshiro Teraji vs. Seigo Yuri Akui prediction, odds for flyweight unification

Kenshiro Terajij and Seigo Yuri Akui clash in an all-Japanese flyweight unification. Teraji brings the WBC title to the table against WBA champ Akui.

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Donnarumma slams door on Liverpool as PSG prevail on penalties

Gianluigi Donnarumma was Paris Saint-Germain's penalty shootout hero as Luis Enrique's team won 1-0 at Anfield thanks to Ousmane Dembele's early goal.

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How Man United's new stadium will break a Man City record

Manchester United's proposed new 100,000-seater stadium will claim a piece of English football history from their neighbours.

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Arsenal held at Man United to push Liverpool closer to title

Declan Rice cancelled out Bruno Fernandes' free-kick to give Arsenal a 1-1 draw at Manchester United but their Premier League title hopes are all-but over.

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Man United vs. Arsenal confirmed lineups, team news: Maguire, Ugarte in fitness race

Manchester United knocked Arsenal out of the FA Cup on penalties in January but head into this weekend 12 places below the Gunners in the Premier League table.

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Chelsea vs. Leicester predicted lineups, team news: Nkunku, Enzo to start?

Chelsea will seek to maintain the momentum of back-to-back wins when they take on Premier League strugglers Leicester City.

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Tottenham vs. Bournemouth predicted lineups, team news: Will Solanke recover to face former club?

Tottenham will try to bounce back from the latest setback of a relentlessly trying season when they host Bournemouth in the Premier League.

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Copenhagen vs. Chelsea lineups, team news: Maresca calls on youngsters alongside Palmer

Enzo Maresca has largely selected his back-up players for the UEFA Conference League so far this season but the team to face Copenhagen is likely to look very different

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Elliott gives Liverpool smash-and-grab win at PSG

Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool might be the two most in-form teams in European football. Only one of them will make the Champions League quarterfinals.

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PSG vs. Liverpool confirmed lineups, team news: Salah, Dembele ready to go

Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool are two of Europe's most in-form teams and meet in the quarterfinals of the UEFA Champions League.

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Biggest wins in UEFA Champions League history:

Arsenal hammered PSV 7-1 in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League last-16 encounter. Where does it rank among the competition's biggest all-time wins?

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Brahim Diaz gives Real Madrid narrow win over Atletico

Brahim Diaz secured a 2-1 win for Real Madrid over Atletico Madrid in the Champions League last 16 after Rodrygo and Julian Alvarez exchanged fabulous goals in the first-leg encounter.

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Real Madrid vs. Atletico Madrid lineups, team news: Brahim in for Bellingham

Jude Bellingham is suspended for Real Madrid's derby showdown with Atletico Madrid in the UEFA Champions League, giving Carlo Ancelotti decisions to make in midfield.

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PSV vs. Arsenal lineups, team news: Merino leads attack

PSV and Arsenal both have injury issues in attack ahead of their Round of 16 meeting in the UEFA Champions League.

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Barcelona thrash 10-man Real Sociedad to go top of La Liga

Barcelona made merry after Aritz Elustondo was sent off for Real Sociedad, winning 4-0 to return to the top of La Liga.

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Barcelona vs. Real Sociedad predicted lineups, team news: Lewandowski ready to return

Barcelona and Real Sociedad will aim to put Copa del Rey disappointments behind them when they meet in La Liga this weekend.

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Lewis Crocker vs. Paddy Donovan: Complete list of undercard fighters

Lewis Crocker and Paddy Donovan clash in an all-Irish final eliminator for the IBF welterweight title. Here's a rundown of all Saturday's fights at Belfast's Odyssey Arena.

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Haaland the difference as City edge past Tottenham

Tottenham have already beaten Manchester City twice this season but Erling Haaland gave Pep Guardiola's side an early lead in north London.

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Liverpool vs. Newcastle lineups, team news: Alexander Isak a shock absence

Liverpool are closing in on the Premier League title and face a dress rehearsal of next month's Carabao Cup final at home to Newcastle United on Wednesday.

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Nottingham Forest vs. Arsenal confirmed lineups, team news: Will Nwaneri recover?

Arsenal's Premier League title hopes are hanging by a thread as they head to Champions League-chasing Nottingham Forest.

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Tottenham vs. Man City confirmed lineups, team news: Haaland back to face Spurs

Manchester City lost back-to-back games against Real Madrid and Liverpool in Erling Haaland's absence. Will Pep Guardiola have his star man back against Tottenham?

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Barcelona, Atletico share incredible 4-4 draw in Copa del Rey semifinal

Julian Alvarez and Antoine Griezmann sensationally put Atletico Madrid 2-0 up inside six minutes at Barcelona. The hosts proceeded to dominate and run up a 4-2 advantage before an incredible sting in the tail.

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Man City youngsters please Guardiola but can't bridge Haaland gap

The debate over whether or not Manchester City might be more effective without Erling Haaland is surely over after a touch week for Pep Guardiola's team.

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Slot explains why Salah was so good against Man City

Liverpool are not used to having a smaller share of possession under Arne Slot but Mohamed Salah ensured that did not matter against Manchester City.

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Salah swats aside Man City as Liverpool go 11 points clear

Goals from Mohamed Salah and Dominik Szoboszlai gave Liverpool a 2-0 win over Manchester City that sent Arne Slot's side 11 points clear of Arsenal at the top of the Premier League.

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Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol full card results as revenge win sets up trilogy

Artur Beterbiev edged a majority decision over light heavyweight rival Dmitry Bivol to claim undisputed glory last October. Bivol won by the same margin this time to set up a trilogy.

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Bivol comes through the Beterbiev fire to claim revenge win as trilogy looms

Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol rematched their sublime undisputed light-heavyweight thriller from last year, with Bivol levelling their personal rivalry at one apiece with a majority decision win.

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Parker flattens late-replacement Bakole to stay on world title course

Joseph Parker takes on the dangerous Martin Bakole in Riyadh after IBF heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois pulled out of his proposed bout against the New Zealander.

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Stevenson stops brave Padley as Tank talk builds

Shakur Stevenson was not exactly cheered to the rafters on his Riyadh Season debut as he stopped late replacement Josh Padley in the ninth round of the WBC lightweight championship bout.

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Vergil Ortiz Jr. solves Israil Madrimov puzzle with battling win

Vergil Ortiz Jr. stayed on course for a more huge fights as he battled past the highly skilled Israil Madrimov in Riyadh.

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Lookman and Gasperini's incredible Atalanta row explained

Atalanta were dumped out of the UEFA Champions League by Club Brugge, and veteran head coach Gian Piero Gasperini remarkably turned on star player Ademola Lookman.

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Key dates for this season's UEFA Champions League knockout phase

The Champions League's maiden league phase wrapped up on January 29. Here's everything you need to know about the knockout phase to come.

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Start time of UEFA Champions League Round of 16 draw

The Champions League's inaugural league phase concluded on January 29. The route from the group stage to the Round of 16 is no longer direct.

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Real Madrid vs. Man City head to head: All the Champions League showdowns

Real Madrid and Manchester City will face one another for the 14th time in the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League knockout playoffs. Here's how all their meetings have panned out.

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Mbappe fires brilliant hat-trick as Madrid slaughter insipid City

Kylian Mbappe's hat-trick gave Real Madrid a 6-3 aggregate triumph over Manchester City to book a place in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16.

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Real Madrid vs. Man City lineups, team news: Haaland only fit enough for bench

Erling Haaland was only fit enough for a place on the Manchester City bench as his old sparring partner Antonio Rudiger returned for Real Madrid.

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How Beterbiev vs. Bivol 1 played out in thrilling fashion

Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol are all set to run it back for light heavyweight supremacy in Riyadh on Saturday night, but what happened in the first fight?

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Dmitry Bivol and the problems and opportunities with perfection

Dmitry Bivol was near flawless in the face of Artur Beterbiev's murderous power in Riyadh four months ago. But he didn't find favour on the scorecards, and doing it all again is a huge ask.

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How Nico Gonzalez enhances Man City's '1% chance' at Real Madrid

Omar Marmoush's hat-trick against Newcastle stole the headlines for Manchester City but Pep Guardiola was left purring over another of his new signings, Nico Gonzalez.

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No escape: Barboza demands Alcatraz superfight with Teofimo Lopez

Arnold Barboza Jr. earned a split-decision win over Jack Catterall to win the interim WBO super lightweight title. Enigmatic and inactive full champion Teofimo Lopez is firmly in his sights.

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Marmoush first quickfire hat-trick as Man City hammer limp Newcastle

Omar Marmoush scored a hat-trick in the space of 14 first-half minutes as Manchester City claimed a morale-boosting 4-0 win over Newcastle.

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Straight to Nando's? How boxers bulk up after a weigh-in

Fights can be won and lost on the scales, but what happens after that can be just as important before boxers step into the ring.

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Van Dijk: Referee lost control of Merseyside derby

Everton claimed a dramatic Merseyside derby draw against Liverpool and Reds skipper Virgil van Dijk was unimpressed.

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Tarkowski pegs back title-chasing Liverpool at emotional Goodison Park

Beto gave Everton an early lead against Liverpool before Alexis Mac Allister hit back and Mohamed Salah gave the Premier League leaders a second-half advantage. But James Tarkowski provided a sting in the tail.

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Real Madrid collapse continues worrying trend for Pep Guardiola

Manchester City led twice against Real Madrid and were 2-1 up in the 86th minute of the Champions League showdown before losing 3-2. it's become the story of their dismal season.

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Bellingham snatches last-gasp Madrid win as Man City collapse again

Real Madrid twice came back from Erling Haaland goals before Jude Bellingham gave them an injury-time 3-2 win at Manchester City in the Champions League playoffs.

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Man City vs. Real Madrid lineups, team news: Grealish handed surprise start

Manchester City and Real Madrid meet for the fourth consecutive season in the UEFA Champions League knockout stages at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday.

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Has any team ever won the quadruple?

Liverpool's bid for a clean sweep of trophies came crashing down in shock circumstances at Plymouth Argyle in the fourth round of the FA Cup. Has any team ever done the quadruple?

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Rice: Arsenal had fire in our bellies for Man City

Declan Rice revealed Arsenal were still brooding over their ill-tempered 2-2 draw at Manchester City earlier this season before dishing out sweet revenge.

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Five-star Arsenal demolish shambolic Man City

Goals from Martin Odegaard, Thomas Partey, Myles Lewis-Skelly, Kai Havertz and Ethan Nwaneri saw Arsenal destroy Manchester City.

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Arsenal vs. Man City confirmed starting 11, team news: Raya returns but Ederson out

Arsenal are unbeaten in their past three Premier League matches against Manchester City as they prepare to welcome Pep Guardiola's side to the Emirates Stadium.

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Adam Azim overcomes low-blow woe to stop Lipinets in nine

Adam Azim was deducted two points for low blows but was a cut above Sergey Lipinets, battering the former world champion to a ninth-round loss.

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How the 2024 men's Six Nations played out

The 2025 Men's Six Nations got underway on January 31. Here's how last year's rugby union international tournament unfolded.

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Why this year's Six Nations uses the 'M6N' name

Fans will notice a new M6N featuring prominently on branding during the Six Nations this season. We explain what it means.

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Can Omar Marmoush play for Man City against Real Madrid?

Some of Europe's biggest clubs have been busy in the January transfer window. But will their new signings be available to play in the knockout stages of UEFA competitions?

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Rugby union rules explained in full

The 2025 Men's Six Nations Championship gets underway on January 31. Here's a crash course on the rules and origins of the 15-a-side code.

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Guardiola's Savinho switch underlines Man City's new tactical reality

As Manchester City seek to get back to their best we can see a conflict between what Pep Guardiola wants his side to be and what they are.

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Akanji: Man City can beat every team in Europe

Manchester City were 45 minutes away from going out of the UEFA Champions League and will face Bayern Munich or Real Madrid next. But Manuel Akanji insists they hold no fear.

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Savinho inspires Man City comeback to set up Madrid or Bayern blockbuster

Second-half goals from Mateo Kovacic and Savinho helped Manchester City to a second-half comeback over Club Brugge that saves their Champions League campaign... for now.

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PSV vs. Liverpool confirmed lineups, team news: Slot rests nine key stars

Liverpool have won seven out of seven in the UEFA Champions League this season and only need a point at PSV to make sure of being the inaugural league-phase winners.

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Man City vs. Club Brugge confirmed lineups, team news: Stones back for 'final'

John Stones was Manchester City's best player when they won the Champions League final against Inter Milan in 2023. Can his return save them from league-phase elimination against Club Brugge?

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Stones' injuries forced Guardiola into transfer market — but Man City need him to save their season

Injuries have robbed Pep Guardiola of his longest-serving and dependable Manchester City players. A change of fortune is required against Club Brugge on Wednesday.

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How Abdukodir Khusanov coped with nightmare Man City debut

Abdukodir Khusanov's Manchester City debut got off to a nightmare start but he ended up on the winning side against Chelsea.

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