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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 Ennis vs. Eimantas Stanionis full card results as 'Boots unifies at 147

Jaron 'Boots' Ennis took the previously undefeated Eimantas Stanionis apart to add the WBA and vacant Ring Magazine championships to his IBF welterweight title.

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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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Every nine-dart finish in Premier League Darts history

A nine-dart finish represents darts perfection. The Premier League has seen its fair share of these incredible feats.

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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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Hrgovic outpoints brave Joyce, calls out Dubois in Manchester

Filip Hrgovic got back to winning ways against fearless veteran Joe Joyce in Manchester and called out IBF champion Daniel Dubois at ringside.

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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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Premier League Darts scores, results, table for 2025

World champion Luke Littler defends his Premier League Darts title in 2025. The Nuke is top of the standings but not having everything his own way.

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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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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 cared about boxers: His legacy should be the sport doing the same

George Foreman lived a happy and fulfilling post-career. That remains the exception in boxing, a sport that can afford to look after its old heroes but chooses not to.

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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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Luke Littler reveals amazing secret behind nine-darter heroics

Luke Littler hit a stunning nine-darter as he downed Michael van Gerwen in the Premier League Night 7 final, but this was not a case of practice making perfect.

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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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Luke Littler career titles in full after World Matchplay triumph

Luke Littler added the latest honour to his sparkling career when he beat James Wade to lift the 2025 World Matchplay trophy.

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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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Luke Littler ready for Premier League clash with 'big brother'

Luke Littler was top of the Premier League standings after six rounds, but one rival is continuing to look out for the teenager.

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PDC 2025 Players Championship 7-8 results, full entry: Schindler survives semifinal scare to demolish De Graaf

Gary Anderson and Martin Schindler emerged victorious from PDC Players Championship 7 and 8 in Hildesheim, Germany.

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Greatest rivalries in darts: Can Littler-Humphries match these three?

Luke Littler and Luke Humphries are threatening to tear up the darts record books over the coming decade. How will they compare to the great rivalries of the past?

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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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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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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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Relentless Ball batters Doheny to stay on course for Inoue after kick risks DQ

Nick Ball retained his WBA featherweight title in front of a buoyant home crowd in Liverpool but his stoppage of TJ Doheny after ten bruising rounds was not without controversy.

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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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Nick Ball vs. TJ Doheny undercard: List of fights on main card

Nick Ball makes the second defence of the WBA featherweight title against TJ Doheny at the top of a stacked card in his native Liverpool.

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Premier League Darts prize money: Purse breakdown for 2025 PDC tournament

Eight of the finest darts players in the world will once again do battle for Premier League glory in 2025. And the rewards on offer are considerable.

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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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Natasha Jonas vs. Lauren Price full card results: Welsh superstar dethrones 'Miss GB'

Lauren Price boxed to a dominant unanimous decision win over two-weight world champion Natasha Jonas to add the WBC and IBF welterweight titles to her WBA and Ring Magazine belts.

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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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Natasha Jonas vs. Lauren Price: Complete list of fights on blockbuster all-women card

Natasha Jonas and Lauren Price will box to unify the IBF, WBC, WBA and Ring Magazine titles at welterweight on Friday night in London and there are three more title fights on the Royal Albert Hall card.

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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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Who is Beau Greaves? Career titles, net worth

Beau Greaves is becoming a dominant force in women's darts and has already won the admiration of men's star Luke Humphries.

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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 full card results as 'Real Deal' suffers DQ loss in Belfast

Paddy Donovan was in control against Lewis Crocker but, after being dedicated two points for headbutts, the rising star was disqualified for hitting his Irish rival after the bell.

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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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Nakatani demolishes Cuellar to retain WBC bantamweight title

Three-division champion Junto Nakatani defended his WBC bantamweight title with a third-round KO of the previously undefeated Mexican David Cuellar.

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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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Dmitry Bivol next fight: Beterbiev trilogy and four other options

Dmitry Bivol is the undisputed light heavyweight champion after his stunning rematch win over Artur Beterbiev. What will the pound-for-pound star do next?

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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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Barboza shatters Catterall's world title dream with split-decision win

Arnold Barboza Jr. remained undefeated as he beat Jack Catterall by split decision to claim the interim WBO super lightweight title.

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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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Jack Catterall vs. Arnold Barboza Jr. complete list of undercard fights

Jack Catterall returns to Manchester to put his world title prospects on the line against the undefeated Arnold Barboza Jr. We walk you through a stacked undercard at Co-op Live.

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Luke Littler vs. Rob Cross head-to-head record and stats

Luke Littler will look to bounce back from his week one defeat to Michael van Gerwen when he faces Rob Cross in the Premier League Darts.

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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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9 Premier League Darts storylines to watch in 2025

Luke Littler is on the crest of a wave as he defends his Premier League Darts title. But as one rival reminded the 18-year-old, "he's not a baby anymore."

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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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Guardiola explains Erling Haaland tactics in Man City victory

Pep Guardiola and Manchester City were not afraid to go away from their trademark tactics to get victory against Chelsea.

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Smith KOs Ouizza in Round 1 to win European super lightweight title

Undefeated British prospect Dalton Smith added the European super lightweight belt to his collection as he demolished Walid Ouizza in the first round in Nottingham.

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Maresca ready to make Sanchez decsion after latest horror show from Chelsea keeper

Enzo Maresca offered his backing to Robert Sanchez after Chelsea's defeat at Man City but gave no guarantees that the goalkeeper will keep his place.

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Haaland, Foden seal Man City comeback win over Chelsea

Man City had their recent revival cut down by Paris Saint-Germain. Can Pep Guardiola, with the possible help of some new signings, revive his troops for a vital clash with Chelsea?

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Man City vs. Chelsea confirmed lineups, team news: Debuts for Marmoush, Khusanov

Manchester City host Chelsea in a key clash as both teams battle for a top-four finish in the Premier League. Pep Guardiola once again has problems in defence.

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Wolves vs. Arsenal lineups, team news: Cunha ready for Gunners

Arsenal cannot afford to lose further ground in their bid to haul in Liverpool in the title race, while Wolves desperately need points in their battle against relegation.

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Pep Guardiola just found his new Julian Alvarez

Manchester City have been overly reliant on Erling Haaland since Julian Alvarez's departure to Atletico Madrid. Can Eintract Frankfurt star Omar Marmoush fill the void?

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Inoue vs. Ye Joon Jim full card results as 'The Monster' KOs another

Naoya Inoue made the third defence of his undisputed 122-lbs title against Ye Joon Kim at Tokyo's Ariake Arena and scored an emphatic 26th knockout of his career.

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Naoya Inoue blasts overmatched Ye Joon Kim

Naoya Inoue will face bigger challenges in 2025 but the pound-for-pound superstar gave a flawless demonstration of his skills in fourth-round knockout of Ye Joon Kim.

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Hoffenheim vs. Tottenham starting lineups, team news: Austin, Richarlison start

Tottenham and Hoffenheim each languish in 15th place in their respective domestic divisions. Can the Europa League provide some respite?

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Guardiola and Grealish admission underlines how far Man City have fallen

Manchester City collapsed from 2-0 to lose 4-2 at Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Champions League and Pep Guardiola conceded his team deserved nothing from a thrilling game.

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Man City collapse to defeat in thriller with PSG

Manchester City once again coughed up a Champions League lead, losing 4-2 from 2-0 up against a rampant Paris Saint-Germain.

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Who wins Inoue vs. Kim? Our expert predicts a winner

Korean challenger Ye Joon Kim is a huge underdog as he steps in as a late replacement to take on the pound-for-pound phenomenon Naoya Inoue.

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Liverpool midfielder gives clear transfer message after Arne Slot talks

Arne Slot wants to keep his squad together as Liverpool battle for honours on four fronts and Harvey Elliott showed his worth against Lille in the Champions League.

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Liverpool through in Champions League as Salah, Elliott down Lille

Goals from Mohamed Salah and Harvey Elliott gave Liverpool a 2-1 win over Lille and secured progress to the UEFA Champions League Round of 16.

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Guardiola reveals the secret to Man City's demolition of Ipswich

Manchester City put away some sparkling goals as they thrashed Ipswich Town 6-0 but Pep Guardiola felt there was more to an overdue return to form.

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Phil Foden hails unsung heroes of Man City win

Phil Foden's brace in Manchester City'as 6-0 win over Ipswich took him to five goals in his past three Premier League games but the England star was keen to share the praise around.

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Foden leads Man City to 6-0 Ipswich rout

Phil Foden continued his return to form with a brace as Manchester City hammered Ipswich Town 6-0 in the Premier League.

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Man Utd vs. Brighton predicted lineups, team news: Dalot back from ban

Brighton are next up at Old Trafford after Manchester United struggled to defeat the Premier League's bottom club Southampton in midweek

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Everton vs. vs. Spurs predicted starting lineups, team news: Johnson, Bissouma add to Postecoglou woes

Tottenham are on a dreadful run of form and, ahead of the trip to struggling Everton, Ange Postecoglou's injury problems show no sign of abating.

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Premier League all-time top goal scorers: Where does Erling Haaland rank?

Erling Haaland won his second Golden Boot in as many seasons. There are almost certainly more to come after the Norway superstar signed a mammoth contract extension to June 2034.

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How Erling Haaland's father paved way for Man City transfer

Erling Haaland completed his transfer to Manchester City on June 13 2022. Almost 23 years ago, his father Alf-Inge Haaland did exactly the same thing.

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Guardiola sets Messi and Ronaldo challenge for Haaland

Pep Guardiola marvelled at how Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo dominated world football for 15 years. With his new Man City contract, Erling Haaland has the chance to do the same.

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Every word Erling Haaland said about his new Man City contract

Erling Haaland has signed a new contract at Manchester City, running to the end of the 2033/34 season. Here's everything he had to say about his gargantuan new deal.

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Erling Haaland signs '10-year' contract at Man City: Salary, clauses and more

Erling Haaland has committed his long-term future to Manchester City, signing a mammoth new contract that runs until June 2034.

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Arteta names three key qualities of Arsenal's unlikely derby hero

Arsenal battled back from a goal down to beat Tottenham 2-1 in the north London derby. Leandro Trossard was the matchwinner but another player dominated the post-match conversation.

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Arsenal close gap to Liverpool with battling north London derby win

Arsenal came from behind to beat Tottenham 2-1 in the north London derby. Leandro Trossard's winner moved Mikel Arteta's side to within four points of Premier League leaders Liverpool.

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How Slot's key title gamble with Van Dijk paid off for Liverpool

Virgil van Dijk was asked to delve into his talismanic reserves by Liverpool boss Arne Slot at Nottingham Forest. He did not disappoint.

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Jota grabs point for Liverpool in gripping top-two showdown with Forest

Chris Wood had Nottingham Forest dreaming of an improbable tilt at the Premier League title when he struck early on against Liverpool. DIogo Jota made an instant impact to snatch a point for Arne Slot's men.

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Tony Book 1934-2025: Man City pay tribute to legendary former captain

Manchester City announced the death of their former captain and manager Tony Book, aged 90, on Tuesday.

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What Man City signing Khusanov could mean for Guardiola's Rodri solution

Manchester City's biggest area of need has been in central midfield since Rodri's ACL injury. So, why is Pep Guardola's first signing of the January window a highly rated young defender?

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What is the Supercopa de Espana? History of Spanish tournament

Real Madrid and Barcelona met once more in the Supercopa de Espana final in 2025. Here's how the tournament has changed over recent years.

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Guardiola confirms Walker's wants to leave Man City

Pep Guardiola left Kyle Walker out of the Manchester City squad to face Salford City in the FA Cup for "tactical reasons" but the full story became clear after Saturday's 8-0 victory.

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Who are the Class of '92? Explaining Man Utd legends' link to Salford City

Salford City played the most glamourous game since their rise from the eighth tier of English football began a decade ago when they travelled to Manchester City in the FA Cup. A group of Manchester United heroes are behind their improbable journey.

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How Garnacho and Mainoo stunned Man City in last FA Cup final

Manchester City faced Manchester United in a re-run of the 2023 season's FA Cup final. After losing 2-1 on that occasion, Erik ten Hag's side tore up the script and reversed that scoreline thanks to first-half goals from Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo in 2024.

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Marmoush shows why Man City have clear January transfer priority

Omar Marmoush is reportedly closing in on a big-money move to Manchester City but that did not interrupt the Egypt international's prolific form with Eintracht Frankfurt.

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Man City vs. Salford City predicted lineups, team news: Grealish looking for FA Cup chance

Manchester City are unbeaten in three games but still well short of their best form. Can Salford City spring a humongous FA Cup upset?

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Liverpool vs. Accrington Stanley predicted lineups, team news: Slot set to ring changes

Liverpool have suffered a dispiriting week as they prepare to host an Accrington Stanley side chasing an improbable FA Cup fairy-tale.

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Why Dani Olmo can play for Barcelona again

Barcelona's player registration saga has taken another twist, with Dani Olmo and Pau Victor cleared to represent the club while their case is under appeal.

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Eric Chelle appointed Nigeria head coach

After Finidi George stepped away, Nigeria finally found a replacement in the form of ex-Mali coach Eric Chelle.

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Boxing Awards 2024: Fight, Trainer, Upset and Knockout of the Year

The Sporting News celebrates some of the standout moments from 2024 in boxing.

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Guardiola challenges Grealish to fight for his Man City career

After a lacklustre first half of the season again interrupted by fitness issues, Jack Grealish's Manchester City career is at a crossroads.

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Savinho breaking Guardiola's golden rule as Haaland link-up flourishes at Man City

Savinho was Manchester City's star performer in the victories over Leicester City and West Ham, but the Brazil winger is still acclimatising to life in England.

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Can Savinho save Man City's season?

A breakthrough goal and three assists for Erling Haaland have made Brazil winger Savinho the star of Manchester City's mini-revival.

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Guardiola gives brutal response to claim Man City are 'back'

Erling Haaland scored twice and Manchester City beat West Ham 4-1 to claim their first back-to-back wins since October. But Pep Guardiola was not happy with what he saw.

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Deportiva Minera vs. Real Madrid lineups, expected starting 11, team news: How many Copa changes will Ancelotti make?

Real Madrid make a swift return to action following their dramatic 10-man triumph over Valencia. Expect plenty of changes from Carlo Ancelotti against minnows Deportiva Minera in the Copa del Rey.

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Haaland and Savinho inspire Man City to first back-to-back wins since October

Erling Haaland scored either side of halftime as Manchester City ran out 4-1 winners against a wasteful West Ham at the Etihad Stadium.

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Man City vs. West Ham confirmed lineups, team news: Guardiola to start McAtee?

Manchester City got back in the win column at Leicester City. Next up for the Premier League champions are West Ham.

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Littler demolishes Van Gerwen to become PDC World Champion at 17

Luke Littler completed an astonishing and prodigious rise to the top of his sport as he thumped Michael van Gerwen 7-3 to win the PDC World Darts Championship at Alexander Palace.

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World Darts Championship 2025 results, schedule: Littler beats Van Gerwen in final

Reigning champion Luke Humphries made an early exit at the World Darts Championship. Can Grand Slam of Darts winner Luke Littler go one better this year?

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Ruben Amorim tells Harry Maguire Man United are 'starving' for leaders after contract boost

Manchester United have triggered an option to extend Harry Maguire's contract by one year but Ruben Amorim wants to see plenty more from the England defender.

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Brighton vs. Arsenal predicted lineups, team news: Havertz ready to return

Arsenal beat Brentford 3-1 despite a sickness bug affecting the squad. Mikel Arteta's men should be closer to full strength at Brighton & Hove Albion.

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Arteta reveals sentimental reason for Nwaneri's sparkling display

Ethan Nwaneri starred for an Arsenal team hit by illness and injuries on New Year's Day.

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Incredible Bryan Mbeumo stat explains Thomas Frank's clear transfer stance

Brentford suffered a second consecutive blow to their imposing home record against Arsenal, but only after Bryan Mbeumo continued his magnificent individual season.

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Does Casemiro have a Cristiano Ronaldo exit route from Man United?

Casemiro has been linked with a move to the Saudi Pro League. Is a reunion with former Real Madrid and Manchester United team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo at Al Nasr a realistic option?

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Champions League giants give Liverpool €500,000 p/w Mo Salah problem

Mohamed Salah is producing a vintage season that looks set to lead Liverpool to the Premier League title. But will he stay at Anfield?

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Tuchel handed day-one blow as England forward's injury confirmed

Thomas Tuchel has a plethora of forward talent to select from in his new role as England head coach. But one candidate for a place in his line-up will be laid low during the opening weeks of 2025.

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Barcelona face up to €263 cost from Dani Olmo fiasco

Barcelona have as yet been unable to convince La Liga that Dani Olmo's contract can fit within their financial restrictions. If the Spain international leaves on a free transfer it will blow another huge hole in their books.

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Kovacic gives Man City trophy priority after triple disappointment

Manchester City have fallen out of Premier League contention after a dreadful run of winter form but Mateo Kovacic still has trophy targets this season.

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If Amorim cannot succeed at Man United, he must fail on his own terms

Manchester United has chewed up and spat out numerous talented players and coaches over the past decade. After a chastening loss to Newcastle, Ruben Amorim was right to stick to his guns.

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Isak and Joelinton ease Newcastle to dominant win at Man United

Alexander Isak and Joelinton's first-half goals gave Newcastle United a 2-0 win and condemned Manchester United to five league defeats in a calendar month for the first time since 1962.

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De Bruyne hails Savinho and McAtee's Man City impact

Manchester City again looked jaded and struggled for long periods at Leicester. But two of their match-winners gave Kevin De Bruyne reasons to be cheerful.

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De Bruyne gives terse response when asked about Man City contract talks

Kevin De Bruyne is out of contract at Manchester City six months from now and there has been "nothing yet" in terms of progress towards fresh terms.

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