Belles sign Easton and Omarsdottir

Doncaster Rovers Belles sign Liverpool Ladies duo Katrin Omarsdottir and Becky Easton.

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'No magic' way to improve Man Utd

Man Utd boss Louis van Gaal says he must continue the "same vicious circle" of working out how to improve his team's form.

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Brighton & Hove Albion v Wolverhampton Wanderers

Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's Championship game between Brighton & Hove Albion and Wolverhampton Wanderers.

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Queens Park Rangers v Hull City

Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's Championship game between Queens Park Rangers and Hull City.

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VIDEO: 'I have bad periods at all my clubs'

Man Utd boss Louis van Gaal praises the club's fans for standing behind their team during an eight-match winless streak.

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Srnicek funeral to be held in Ostrava

The funeral of ex-Newcastle and Czech Republic goalkeeper Pavel Srnicek will be held in Ostrava on Monday, 4 January.

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VIDEO: Highlights: Aberdeen 0-0 Partick Thistle

Aberdeen stretch their unbeaten run to eight while Partick Thistle make it six without defeat in a draw at Pittodrie.

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VIDEO: Highlights: Hamilton 3-4 Inverness CT

Hamilton Academical and Inverness Caledonian Thistle serve up a seven goal thriller at New Douglas Park. (UK only)

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Still returns as Dagenham manager

Dagenham and Redbridge appoint John Still as their manager for a third time after Wayne Burnett's sacking.

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Preston sign Johnstone from Man Utd

Manchester United keeper Sam Johnstone returns to Championship side Preston North End on an emergency loan.

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VIDEO: 'Man City in good position for title'

Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini says that in this "special season" he thinks the Blues are in a good position for the Premier League title.

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VIDEO: Highlights: Hearts 3-2 Dundee United

Hearts move three points closer to Celtic and Aberdeen at the top of the table with a win over 10-man Dundee United.

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VIDEO: Highlights: Motherwell 2-0 St Johnstone

Motherwell end St Johnstone's record breaking run of away wins as they climb to eighth in the Premiership.

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Klopp shrugs off 'soft German' jibe

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp plays down Sunderland manager Sam Allardyce calling him a "soft German".

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VIDEO: Not Foxes job to win title - Ranieri

Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri says it is the job of other teams to win the Premier League title and that he just wants "build the personality" of his Foxes side.

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Norwich bid for Inter's Ranocchia

Norwich bid 10m euros (£7.3m) for Inter Milan's Italy international central defender Andrea Ranocchia.

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Bility fails to overturn expulsion

Liberia Football Association chairman Musa Bility loses his appeal to Cas over his exclusion from next year's Fifa presidential election.

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Butland gives £5,000 to GB deaf team

Stoke goalkeeper Jack Butland donates £5,000 to help Great Britain's women's deaf football team attend the Deaf World Cup.

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Yeovil Town appoint Way as manager

Yeovil Town confirm the appointment of Darren Way as manager following six games in charge as interim boss.

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Payet poised to make West Ham return

Dimitri Payet is expected to return from ankle trouble for West Ham against Liverpool at Upton Park on Saturday.

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Jagielka close to Everton return

Everton boss Roberto Martinez says skipper Phil Jagielka will return from a long-term injury within the next 10 days.

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How Hughton transformed Brighton

BBC Sport looks at how Chris Hughton has changed Brighton's fortunes during his year in charge at the Amex Stadium.

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Sheff Utd racist chant claims probed

Sheffield United are being investigated by the Football Association over allegations of racist chanting by supporters.

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No England or Man Utd plans - Neville

Gary Neville will not take on the Manchester United or England job in the short term, saying he is happy as Valencia boss.

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Falcao suffers thigh injury setback

Chelsea striker Radamel Falcao is out until mid-January at the earliest after a setback in his recovery from a thigh injury.

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VIDEO: Liverpool deserved the points - Klopp

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says his side's 1-0 win over Sunderland at the Stadium of Light was "maximum deserved".

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VIDEO: Winner was lucky - Allardyce

Sunderland manager Sam Allardyce says Christian Benteke's winner for Liverpool was down to a "couple of slices of luck".

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Law proud of CBE after false alarm

Denis Law is delighted to be made a CBE years after an internet listing mistakenly said he had already been honoured.

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VIDEO: Who's on the New Year Honours list?

Champion jump jockey AP McCoy is knighted in the New Year Honours list, while ex-footballers Denis Law and Francis Lee are made CBEs.

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Sunderland set to sign defender Kone

One-cap Ivory Coast defender Lamine Kone is set to be Sam Allardyce's first signing as Sunderland manager.

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VIDEO: Highlights: Ross County 3-2 Kilmarnock

Michael Gardyne scores a doubles as Ross County come from behind to beat Kilmarnock (UK only)

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Hughes irked despite thrilling win

John Hughes laments Inverness CT's second-half showing as they let a two-goal lead slip before rallying to beat Hamilton.

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Rangers decry 'inappropriate' chants

Rangers vow to identify what they say was a minority of fans who "engaged in inappropriate singing" at Ibrox.

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VIDEO: Magpies 'devastated' by Srnicek death

Newcastle manager Steve McClaren says the death of ex-Magpies goalkeeper Pavel Srnicek has been "absolutely devastating" for the club.

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Brighton sign Ridgewell on loan

Brighton sign defender Liam Ridgewell on a six-week loan deal from Major League Soccer side Portland Timbers.

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Villarreal v Valencia

Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's Spanish La Liga game between Villarreal and Valencia.

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VIDEO: Naismith decision in 'couple of weeks'

Everton manager Roberto Martinez says he expects a decision to be reached on Steven Naismith's potential transfer to Norwich City in the "next couple of weeks".

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Van Gaal deserves more time - Moyes

Former Manchester United boss David Moyes says the club should stand by under-pressure manager Louis van Gaal.

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VIDEO: Could Villa sign Remy in January?

Aston Villa manager Remi Garde describes Chelsea's French striker Loic Remy as a player he is hoping to "attract" in January.

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'Stress of job' caused Ling to quit

Martin Ling stepped down as Swindon Town manager because of "the stresses of the job", according to chairman Lee Power.

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Blades investigate fans' behaviour

Sheffield United investigate claims of racist chants and coin throwing by rival fans during the game with Bradford City.

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Hamilton Academical v Inverness CT

Hamilton Academical host Inverness Caledonian Thistle in a Wednesday afternoon Scottish Premiership encounter.

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Swiss hand Fifa case documents to US

Swiss officials hand over to US authorities documents relating to bank accounts allegedly used for bribery in the Fifa corruption scandal.

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Heart of Midlothian v Dundee United

Scottish Premiership bottom side Dundee United visit Hearts in a Wednesday evening encounter.

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Motherwell v St Johnstone

Motherwell and St Johnstone return to Scottish Premiership action after their Boxing Day fixtures were called off.

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Hibs' Fyvie banned for simulation

Hibernian's Fraser Fyvie accepts a two-game suspension for feigning a butt from Rangers' Andy Halliday.

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Bamford sorry for Palace remarks

Chelsea striker Patrick Bamford apologises for describing his time on loan at Crystal Palace as "terrible".

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VIDEO: Arsenal will be busy in January - Wenger

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says he will be active in the January transfer window and admits his squad is a "bit short" in terms of numbers.

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Man City sign Chelsea's Hourihan

Manchester City Women sign Chelsea Ladies former England Under-23 goalkeeper Marie Hourihan.

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Villa want to sign Remy on loan

Aston Villa boss Remi Garde says he wants to sign Chelsea's French striker Loic Remy on loan in January.

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Sunderland v Liverpool

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Premier League game between Sunderland and Liverpool.

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Kompany faces three-four weeks out

Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany faces a spell on the sidelines with a calf injury, says manager Manuel Pellegrini.

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Fifa candidates invited to TV debate

Broadcaster ESPN invites the five candidates in the Fifa presidential election to participate in a live televised debate.

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Wednesday's gossip column

Manchester City in Isco talks, Manchester United target £33m Anderson, Crystal Palace want Austin and Remy, plus more.

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Leeds United 2-2 Derby County

Derby County miss the chance to start 2016 on top of the Championship after being held to a draw by Leeds United.

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Fulham 4-1 Rotherham United

New Fulham head coach Slavisa Jokanovic watches from the stands at Craven Cottage as his side thrash Rotherham.

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Brighton 0-1 Ipswich Town

Ipswich cement their place in the play-off spots as former leaders Brighton fail to win for a fifth successive match.

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Ross County 3-2 Kilmarnock

Michael Gardyne's double edges Ross County to within a point of fourth place after beating Kilmarnock in a five-goal thriller.

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VIDEO: Foxes performance pleases Ranieri

Claudio Ranieri says he is "very pleased" with Leicester City's performance after the Foxes drew 0-0 with Manchester City at the King Power stadium.

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VIDEO: Pellegrini: Draw was disappointing

Manuel Pellegrini says he is "disappointed" after his Manchester City side are held to a goalless draw with Leicester City at the King Power stadium.

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Leicester City 0-0 Manchester City

Leicester move level on points with league leaders Arsenal as they frustrate Manchester City at the King Power Stadium.

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Cardiff City v Nottingham Forest

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Championship game between Cardiff City and Nottingham Forest.

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VIDEO: Allardyce quiet on 'nailed on' transfers

Sam Allardyce refuses to reveal the identities of two "nailed on" Sunderland transfer targets, ahead of his side's match against Liverpool on Wednesday.

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Naismith to join Norwich in £8m deal

Everton and Scotland forward Steven Naismith is set to join Premier League rivals Norwich in an £8m deal next month.

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Messi set for 500th Barca appearance

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's La Liga game between Barcelona and Real Betis.

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Notts County part company with Moniz

League Two side Notts County part company with manager Ricardo Moniz and his backroom team of Dave Kevan and Dean Yates.

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Boss fired after one match in charge

Turkish top-tier club Genclerbirligi fire their fifth coach since the start of the season after only one match in charge.

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VIDEO: Watch Srnicek in action v Man Utd

Former Newcastle goalkeeper Pavel Srnicek in action against Manchester United, he has dies aged 47, nine days after suffering cardiac arrest while jogging.

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Former Newcastle keeper Srnicek dies

Former Newcastle United goalkeeper Pavel Srnicek dies aged 47, nine days after suffering a cardiac arrest while jogging.

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Leeds lift ban to allow Sky TV in

Leeds United will allow Sky TV to broadcast Tuesday's Championship game against Derby, after an initial ban.

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Benitez complains of 'a campaign'

Real Madrid manager Rafael Benitez accuses the Spanish media of having 'a campaign' against him.

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Ling resigns as Swindon manager

Martin Ling steps down as manager of League One side Swindon Town because of "health reasons".

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Forestieri 'lacked energy' to play

Fernando Forestieri did not start for Sheffield Wednesday on Monday because he felt tired, says boss Carlos Carvalhal

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Leeds ban Sky TV from Elland Road

Leeds officials stop Sky from entering Elland Road with their TV cameras, to prevent them screening Tuesday's game.

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Berahino 'lucky' to be a sub - Pulis

West Brom boss Tony Pulis says Saido Berahino was lucky to be on the substitutes' bench for the 1-0 win over Newcastle.

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Bamford ends 'terrible' Palace loan

Striker Patrick Bamford says he has ended his season-long loan at Crystal Palace early to return to Chelsea.

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VIDEO: Wenger praises 'sensational' Ozil

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says midfielder Mesut Ozil is "one of the best in Europe" after he inspired Arsenal to a 2-0 win over Bournemouth.

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VIDEO: Half-time changed everything - Bilic

West Ham manager Slavan Bilic says his side were a team transformed in the second half of their 2-1 win over Southampton at Upton Park.

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VIDEO: Cherries dominated possession - Howe

Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe says his side "started brightly" before "losing grip" during their 2-0 defeat at Premier League leaders Arsenal.

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No reason to resign - Van Gaal

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal says he will not resign after his side drew 0-0 against Chelsea.

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VIDEO: No reason to sack me - Van Gaal

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal believes there is "no reason" to sack him following United's 0-0 Premier League draw with Chelsea at Old Trafford.

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VIDEO: Saints did not handle Carroll - Koeman

Southampton manager Ronald Koeman says his side were not ready for the impact of Andy Carroll, who came off the bench to score the winner in West Ham's 2-1 victory at Upton Park.

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Floods, Bolton glee and referee woe

BBC Sport brings you up to date with all the things you may have missed as the Football League moves towards 2016.

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VIDEO: Hiddink 'happy' with Chelsea point

Chelsea manager Guus Hiddink is "happy" with the point that Chelsea earned in their 0-0 Premier League draw against Manchester United at Old Trafford.

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Bolton have 'been through hell'

Bolton boss Neil Lennon says their second win of the season came after a period of "hell" for the Championship club.

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VIDEO: Penalty award a big mistake - Martinez

Everton manager Roberto Martinez says the decision to award an injury-time penalty against his side in their 4-3 defeat at home to Stoke was a "big mistake".

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VIDEO: Hughes hopes for Christmas momentum

Mark Hughes says he hopes Stoke City can carry their Christmas form into the second half of the season after beating Everton 4-3 for their second win of the festive period.

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VIDEO: Curtis: Williams is Swansea's rock

Swansea caretaker manager Alan Curtis describes Ashley Williams as the "rock" of his side after the captain's impressive display helped earn a 0-0 draw at Crystal Palace.

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VIDEO: Pardew frustrated by 'poor' refereeing

Crystal Palace boss Alan Pardew is frustrated by "poor" refereeing decisions in his side's 0-0 draw against Swansea.

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VIDEO: Neil praises 'cool' Norwich players

Norwich City manager Alex Neil credits his players for "keeping their cool" to earn a 2-0 victory over bottom club Aston Villa.

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VIDEO: Norwich deserved win - Villa boss Garde

Aston Villa boss Remi Garde says his side did not create enough chances during their 2-0 defeat to Norwich.

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VIDEO: Pochettino joy at 'very important' win

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino is "very pleased " with his side's "important" 2-1 win over 10-man Watford at Vicarage Road.

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VIDEO: McClaren: Magpies denied 'certain penalty'

Newcastle boss Steve McClaren says his team should have had a second-half penalty for a foul on striker Aleksandar Mitrovic following their 1-0 defeat at West Brom.

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Real fail in Copa del Rey appeal

A Spanish court dismisses Real Madrid's appeal against their expulsion from the Copa del Rey for fielding an ineligible player.

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VIDEO: West Brom win fully deserved - Pulis

West Brom manager Tony Pulis says his side fully deserved their 1-0 victory over Newcastle.

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VIDEO: Flores 'proud' despite Watford defeat

Watford manager Quique Flores is "really proud" of his side despite a 2-1 Premier League defeat by Tottenham at Vicarage Road.

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Bolton Wanderers 1-0 Blackburn Rovers

Gary Madine scores the only goal as Bolton end a run of 17 games without a win by beating Blackburn in the Championship.

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Top-flight future is priority - Balls

New Norwich chairman and former Labour MP Ed Balls says securing the Canaries' long-term Premier League future is his priority.

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Benitez 'two hours from West Ham job'

Rafa Benitez was "two hours" from becoming West Ham manager in the summer, says Hammers co-chairman David Sullivan.

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Allardyce looks abroad for signings

Sunderland manager Sam Allardyce says the club will look overseas for signings in the January transfer window.

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VIDEO: Highlights: Ross County 5-2 Dundee

Ross County come from behind to beat Dundee, with Liam Boyce scoring a hat-trick (UK users only).

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Monday's gossip column

Louis van Gaal to be fired if Chelsea beat Manchester United, Arsenal targeting strikers Javier Hernandez and Nolito, plus more.

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We are working for Van Gaal - Carrick

Midfielder Michael Carrick claims it is "disrespectful" to say Manchester United's players are not playing for Louis van Gaal.

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Benteke to 'run more' for Liverpool

Liverpool striker Christian Benteke is ready to "run more" after having a "man conversation" with boss Jurgen Klopp.

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Priceless Kane not for sale, say Spurs

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino says 22-year-old England striker Harry Kane is not for sale at any price.

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El Salvador footballer Pacheco murdered

Former El Salvador's footballer Alfredo Pacheco - the most capped player in the national team - is shot dead, officials say.

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Fulham name Jokanovic as new boss

Fulham appoint former Watford and Maccabi Tel Aviv manager Slavisa Jokanovic as their new head coach.

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Arsenal in talks over Basel's Elneny

Arsenal are in talks with Swiss club Basel about signing 23-year-old central midfielder Mohamed Elneny.

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Wolves' 'Honved hero' Swinbourne dies

Wolves great Roy Swinbourne, who was one of the club's 'Honved heroes', dies at the age of 86.

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Publish Fifa report now - Prince Ali

Fifa presidential candidate Prince Ali bin Al Hussein calls for the urgent publication of Michael Garcia's report.

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Crystal Palace v Swansea City

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Swansea City.

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Everton v Stoke City

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Premier League game between Everton and Stoke City.

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Norwich City v Aston Villa

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Premier League game between Norwich City and Aston Villa.

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Watford v Tottenham Hotspur

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Premier League game between Watford and Tottenham Hotspur.

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West Bromwich Albion v Newcastle United

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Premier League game between West Bromwich Albion and Newcastle United.

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Arsenal v Bournemouth

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Premier League game between Arsenal and Bournemouth.

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Manchester United v Chelsea

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Premier League game between Manchester United and Chelsea.

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West Ham United v Southampton

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Premier League game between West Ham United and Southampton.

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Heart of Midlothian v Celtic

Hearts are seeking their first win over Celtic since 2012 in Sunday's Scottish Premiership match in Edinburgh.

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Nottingham Forest v Leeds United

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Championship game between Nottingham Forest and Leeds United.

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Sunday's gossip column

Van Gaal may quit United, Mourinho eyes England job but FA line up Pardew and Neville to replace Hodgson.

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Quiz: 28 Premier League stickers, 10 questions

Premier League sticker books are great for evoking old memories, but can this selection of stickers help you answer our questions?

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Hiddink wants 'ambition' at Man Utd

Chelsea boss Guus Hiddink says his team must show "ambition" when they travel to Manchester United on Monday.

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VIDEO: Southampton wanted it more - Wenger

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says Southampton "wanted it more", after beating the Gunners 4-0 at St Mary's.

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VIDEO: 'Amazing' result delights Koeman

Southampton manager Ronald Koeman is delighted by his side's "amazing and unexpected" 4-0 victory over Arsenal.

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VIDEO: 'Cruel' defeat disappoints McClaren

Newcastle manager Steve McClaren admits conceding in injury-time to lose 1-0 at home against Everton is "cruel" on his players.

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VIDEO: Martinez pleased by 'emotional win'

Roberto Martinez describes Everton's 1-0 win against Newcastle as a "complete performance".

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York City show charity begins at home

York City show generosity in adversity as the weather takes its toll - BBC Sport rounds up Saturday's Football League action.

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Kompany vows to beat injury problems

Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany says he will overcome the challenge of his latest injury setback.

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Sturridge 'good to go' after injury

Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge says he is ready to return from his latest hamstring injury.

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VIDEO: Leicester were too nervous - Ranieri

Leicester manager Claudio Ranieri says his side seemed "too nervous" during their 1-0 defeat away against Liverpool, which saw their nine-match unbeaten Premier League run come to an end.

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VIDEO: Klopp relieved at 'important' win

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says his side's 1-0 win over Premier League leaders Leicester was "very important" as they picked up their first league win in December.

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VIDEO: Pochettino 'proud' of Spurs display

Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino is very happy with the way his side played as they registered a comfortable 3-0 win over Norwich at White Hart Lane.

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VIDEO: Chelsea draw is fair result - Hiddink

Chelsea interim manager Guus Hiddink believes his side's 2-2 draw at home against Watford is a "fair result" in what was Hiddink's first game in charge.

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VIDEO: Flores 'really happy' with Chelsea draw

Watford manager Quique Flores says he is "really happy" with his side's 2-2 draw away against Chelsea.

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VIDEO: Garde 'sad' for his players after draw

Aston Villa manager Remi Garde says he is "sad" for his players after they could only manage a 1-1 draw at home to West Ham United.

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VIDEO: Baggies denied two penalties - Pulis

West Bromwich head coach Tony Pulis believes his side were "denied" two clear-cut penalties in their 1-0 defeat to Swansea City.

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VIDEO: Kompany injury baffles Pellegrini

Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini says it is "difficult to understand" Vincent Kompany's injury after he limped off soon just minutes after coming on during his side's 4-1 win over Sunderland.

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VIDEO: Allardyce: Sunderland lack consistency

Sunderland boss Sam Allardyce says his side need to get an "awful lot better" if they are to remain in the Premier League after losing 4-1 against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.

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VIDEO: Swans showed huge character - Curtis

Caretaker manager Alan Curtis says Swansea showed a "huge amount of character" in their 1-0 win against West Bromwich Albion.

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Bolasie and Wickham face spell out

Crystal Palace could be without winger Yannick Bolasie and striker Connor Wickham for about a month.

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Derby County 2-0 Fulham

Derby go top of the Championship table as Tim Ream's unfortunate own goal sets them on their way to victory over Fulham.

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Ross County 5-2 Dundee

A Liam Boyce hat-trick sinks Dundee in Dingwall, ensuring Ross County remain in the Scottish Premiership's top six.

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Van Gaal in 'new situation' after loss

Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal says he is in a "new situation" at the club after a fourth successive defeat.

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VIDEO: Players feeling pressure - Van Gaal

Man Utd boss Louis van Gaal admits his side did not "dare" to play in the first half of their 2-0 defeat against Stoke at the Britannia Stadium.

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VIDEO: Stoke intensity pleases Hughes

Stoke City boss Mark Hughes is delighted with the "excellent" performance of his side as they beat Manchester United 2-0 at the Britannia Stadium.

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VIDEO: Klopp on Reds history & atmosphere

An extended interview with Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp, who says it took him five seconds to decide to take the Anfield job.

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Saturday's gossip column

Vardy to be offered new Leicester deal, Hiddink confident of taming Costa, Man Utd linked with Mainz striker Muto, plus more.

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Man City are strongest - Pellegrini

Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini believes he has the strongest team in the league, when all his players are fit.

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Scottish football review of 2015

The rising and falling fortunes of clubs deliver another year of drama and glory, writes BBC Scotland's Richard Wilson

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Stoke City v Manchester United

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Stoke City and Manchester United.

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Aston Villa v West Ham United

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Aston Villa and West Ham United.

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Bournemouth v Crystal Palace

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Bournemouth and Crystal Palace.

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Chelsea v Watford

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Chelsea and Watford.

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Liverpool v Leicester City

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Liverpool and Leicester City.

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Manchester City v Sunderland

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Manchester City and Sunderland.

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Swansea City v West Bromwich Albion

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Swansea City and West Bromwich Albion.

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Tottenham Hotspur v Norwich City

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Norwich City.

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Newcastle United v Everton

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Newcastle United and Everton.

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Southampton v Arsenal

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Southampton and Arsenal.

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Blackburn Rovers v Middlesbrough

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Championship game between Blackburn Rovers and Middlesbrough.

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Aberdeen v Inverness CT

Aberdeen can go top of the Scottish Premiership at least until Sunday if they beat Inverness Caledonian Thistle.

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VIDEO: New era for Crystal Palace - Pardew

Crystal Palace boss Alan Pardew hopes the club will "embark on a new era" with the investment from US investors Josh Harris and David Blitzer.

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Collins signs new West Ham contract

West Ham defender James Collins signs a two-year contract extension that will keep him at the club until 2018.

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VIDEO: 'English clubs play too many games'

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says domestic clubs in England play "too many games" without a break.

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VIDEO: What was Klopp's secret Santa gift?

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp explains the downfalls of his secret Santa presents to Football Focus.

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'Mindless' vandals target war memorial

Graffiti has been sprayed on Bristol Rovers' Memorial Gates in a "mindless act of vandalism".

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Lack of break hurts England - Klopp

The Premier League's busy schedule hurts England's chances in major tournaments, says Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp.

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Get the BBC Sport app this Christmas

Get the latest news, scores, live coverage and alerts straight to your smartphone or tablet with the BBC Sport app.

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'It looks like the Blue Peter badge'

After Manchester City's new badge design is leaked, fans have been having their say on what they think of the new crest.

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Transfer bans for Championship trio

Bolton, Fulham and Nottingham Forest are banned from signing players after breaching Football League rules.

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Club's new badge design leaked online

Manchester City's new club badge appears to have been leaked, two days before its official unveiling.

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Everton in good hands - Martinez

Roberto Martinez believes owner Bill Kenwright has Everton's best interests at heart amid talk of a £200m takeover.

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Hearts boss relishes Celtic test

Hearts head coach Robbie Neilson is relishing Sunday's clash with Celtic at Tynecastle as both sides "want to play football".

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Rooney 'fighting' for Van Gaal

Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney says the team are behind under-pressure manager Louis van Gaal.

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Chesterfield set to appoint Wilson

Chesterfield are set to appoint former Sheffield United and Barnsley manager Danny Wilson as their new boss.

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VIDEO: Don Howe's incredible life in football

Former England international and coach Don Howe has died at the age of 80. He played for West Brom and Arsenal before establishing himself as a coach.

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VIDEO: Who's having a good or bad Christmas?

BBC Sport takes a festive look at the Premier League clubs, managers and players who will be having a good or bad Christmas this year.

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Following in your father's footsteps

Christmas is a time for family, so BBC Sport picks a squad made up entirely of ex-footballers' sons.

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Allardyce hopes for early signing

Sunderland hope to complete a signing in the early stages of January's transfer window, says boss Sam Allardyce.

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Quiz: The good, bad and ugly of kits

Test your knowledge of some of the worst kits in football history - and the brave players who had to wear them.

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Van Gaal is 'not a Man Utd coach'

Louis van Gaal is "not a head coach for Manchester United", says the club's former winger Andrei Kanchelskis.

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VIDEO: Advent calendar: Bronze nets stunner

The final day of BBC Sport's advent calendar goes back to the Women's World Cup when Lucy Bronze scored a stunning long-range effort to give England a 2-1 victory against Norway in the second round in Ottawa.

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Chelsea in Drogba talks with Montreal

Montreal Impact striker Didier Drogba has expressed a "desire to help" former club Chelsea, say the Canadian MLS team.

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Bilic expects Carroll will stay

Striker Andy Carroll is a "big asset" for West Ham and is unlikely to be sold, says manager Slaven Bilic.

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Blatter's degree & other lost honours

After Sepp Blatter is stripped of his honorary degree, BBC Sport looks at other sporting figures who lost their non-sporting titles.

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Captain tells Vale fans to 'shut up'

Port Vale skipper Carl Dickinson says fans who are criticising the side need to "shut up and get behind the team."

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VIDEO: Title challenge not over - Pellegrini

Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini says City's title challenge is not over, and believes their position in late January will decide their title hopes.

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VIDEO: Footballers' Christmas in 1989

BBC Sport checks in on Hartlepool United's Christmas party in 1989, which they held in January to accommodate their busy FA Cup schedule that year.

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Former England coach Howe dies aged 80

Former England player and coach Don Howe dies at the age of 80.

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VIDEO: Players must look in the mirror - Hiddink

Chelsea's interim manager Guus Hiddink says he has told the players to "look in the mirror" regarding their problems so far this season.

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VIDEO: Van Gaal walks out of news conference

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal walks out of his weekly news conference after blaming the media for "creating something that is not good".

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Van Gaal walks out of news briefing

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal answers just three questions then walks out of a news conference.

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Hibs sign striker Dagnall on loan

Hibernian agree to sign former Leyton Orient forward Chris Dagnall on loan from Indian side Kerala Blasters.

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Barca take Uefa fan case to Cas

Barcelona will go to the Court of Arbitration for Sport to contest a Uefa fine after fans showed support for Catalan independence.

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Njie out for up to three months

Tottenham are left short of attacking options after Clinton Njie is sidelined for up to three months with a knee injury.

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Players must look in mirror - Hiddink

Interim boss Guus Hiddink tells Chelsea's underperforming players to "look at themselves in the mirror".

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Red Star claim Liverpool Grujic bid

Liverpool have had a £5.14m bid accepted for Red Star Belgrade midfielder Marko Grujic, according to the Serbian club.

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Bolton squad behind Lennon - Walford

Bolton assistant boss Steve Walford says Neil Lennon has the support of players after addressing newspaper allegations.

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Payet might be fit for Liverpool

West Ham midfielder Dimitri Payet is likely to make his first-team return against Liverpool on 2 January.

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Van Gaal speculation 'disrespectful'

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says rumours about Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal's position are "disrespectful".

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Everton in £200m takeover talks

A United States-led consortium are in discussions with Everton owner Bill Kenwright about a potential £200m takeover.

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Palace 'excellent to watch' - Howe

Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe says he admires the job Alan Pardew has done at in-form Crystal Palace.

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Halifax appoint Harvey as manager

National League strugglers FC Halifax appoint Jim Harvey as manager until the end of the season.

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VIDEO: Take a look around Ronaldo's house

Real Madrid and Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo gives a guided tour of his house in Spain.

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Coventry extend Ricoh Arena stay

Coventry City announce they will remain at their Ricoh Arena home until at least the end of the 2017-18 season.

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VIDEO: Arsenal can win Premier League - Cech

Petr Cech tells Football Focus Arsenal can win the title this season, saying they will benefit from players returning from injury.

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Why Leicester can win the title

Their title bid is widely expected to falter, but there are plenty of reasons to suggest Leicester can go the distance.

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How footballers celebrate Christmas

Dressing up as Superman and parties behind the gaffer's back - Jermaine Jenas lifts the lid on a footballer's festive season.

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Arsenal 'can go all the way' - Cech

Arsenal are set up to win the Premier League title this season once they get everyone back to fitness, according to goalkeeper Petr Cech.

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Wednesday's gossip column

Van Gaal will not be replaced by Mourinho at Man Utd, Everton set for US takeover, Man City want Vardy, plus more.

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Skrtel confirms six-week lay-off

Liverpool defender Martin Skrtel will be out for six weeks with a hamstring injury he sustained in the defeat by Watford.

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VIDEO: Carney nets stunning strike for England

Watch Chelsea Ladies' new signing Karen Carney score a spectacular goal in England's 6-0 victory over Belarus in a World Cup qualifier back 2013, the striker went on to hit a first-half hat-trick in the game at Bournemouth.

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Lennon keeps job as Bolton manager

Neil Lennon will remain manager of Bolton after the club concluded an internal investigation into newspaper allegations.

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Srnicek 'stable' after cardiac arrest

Former Newcastle keeper Pavel Srnicek had a "stable night" in hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest while out jogging.

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Law-makers to debate video technology

The use of video assistance for referees is to be discussed at an International Football Association Board meeting.

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VIDEO: Man Utd players must entertain - Hughes

Stoke City manager and former Red Devils striker Mark Hughes says that Manchester United players have a "responsibility to perform well" and to "entertain".

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Coleman upset with Carlisle moves

Accrington boss John Coleman criticises the Football League for allowing Carlisle to move their home games.

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Brown backs Celtic for unbeaten run

Captain Scott Brown dismisses recent criticism of Celtic and says they can go unbeaten for the rest of the season.

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Chelsea Ladies sign England's Carney

Chelsea Ladies sign England international Karen Carney from Birmingham City Ladies on a two-year deal.

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'We need 10 wins to survive' - Garde

Remi Garde believes Aston Villa need to win 10 of their remaining 21 games to stand a chance of avoiding relegation.

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Platini: Fifa asleep for four years

Banned Uefa president Michel Platini says Fifa's ethics committee was "sleeping" for four years before barring him from football.

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Pinillos set to miss rest of season

Nottingham Forest defender Daniel Pinillos is set miss the rest of the season after suffering a knee ligament injury.

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Are clubs getting it wrong with youth?

With so few young footballers making it to the top, are clubs spotting the right talent in the first place?

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VIDEO: Advent calendar: Sanchez stunner

Day 22 of BBC Sport's advent calendar sees Arsenal striker Alexis Sanchez score a stunning 25-yard strike during the Gunners' 4-0 win over Aston Villa in the FA Cup final.

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Win gives Arsenal belief - Wenger

Arsene Wenger says Arsenal's extra maturity helped them to beat Manchester City, and gives them belief in the title race.

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Tuesday's gossip column

Jose Mourinho's £16m pay cut for Man Utd, Sir Alex Ferguson decides Van Gaal's future, plus more.

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'Bans mark end of Blatter & Platini'

FA chairman Greg Dyke says eight-year bans mark "the end" for Fifa president Sepp Blatter and Uefa boss Michel Platini.

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VIDEO: Wenger praises Gunners' togetherness

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger praises his side's "solidarity and togetherness" after their 2-1 home win over Manchester City.

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VIDEO: Pellegrini rues Man City mistakes

Manchester City manager boss Manuel Pellegrini says his side made "decisive" mistakes as they were beaten 2-1 by Arsenal.

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VIDEO: Arsenal stars play Christmas jam

Petr Cech, Alexis Sanchez and Nacho Monreal play a Christmas song to raise money for the Arsenal Foundation.

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Del Bosque to retire after Euro 2016

Spain coach Vicente del Bosque to retire after the Euro 2016 finals in France "if everything goes according to plan".

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Man Utd face reality check - Neville

Phil Neville says Manchester United should stick with Louis van Gaal and accept 'the Sir Alex Ferguson era is over'.

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Sexwale questioned by US grand jury

Fifa presidential candidate Tokyo Sexwale appears before a US grand jury as part of an on-going investigation into World Cup bribes.

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Ex-Swan Michu joins Spanish minnows

Former Swansea City forward Michu signs for Spanish fourth division side Langreo following his release by the Premier League club.

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Dagenham sack manager Burnett

League Two side Dagenham & Redbridge sack manager Wayne Burnett following a run of one win in 16 games.

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Bolton probe Lennon 'threat' claim

Bolton conduct an internal investigation after a newspaper publishes allegations about manager Neil Lennon.

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VIDEO: 'Blatter is a master of confusion'

Former FA chairman David Bernstein says that Sepp Blatter is "a fighter" and "a master of confusion" after the Fifa president announced his intention to appeal his eight-year ban from football.

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Guardiola 'has chosen' next club

Bayern Munich chief executive Karl-Heinz Rummenigge says Pep Guardiola has already chosen his next club.

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'I will be back' - Blatter in quotes

Terminator, mountain goats and tight shorts - BBC Sport looks back at some of Fifa president Sepp Blatter's eclectic comments.

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Keen named new Colchester manager

League One strugglers Colchester United appoint former West Ham and Stoke midfielder Kevin Keen as their new manager.

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What next for Pep, Jose & Van Gaal?

Phil McNulty tries to piece together the managerial jigsaw as the battle to woo Pep Guardiola and Jose Mourinho begins.

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Ex-Newcastle keeper Srnicek critical

Ex-Newcastle keeper Pavel Srnicek is in a critical condition after suffering a cardiac arrest in the Czech Republic.

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VIDEO: Blatter & Platini bans in 60 seconds

Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini, presidents of Fifa and UEFA respectively, have been banned from football for eight years - BBC Sport explains the news in 60 seconds.

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Man Utd win is turning point - Martin

Norwich captain Russell Martin believes victory over Manchester United can be the "turning point" for his side.

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VIDEO: Highlights: Kilmarnock 0-4 Aberdeen

Aberdeen reignite the Premiership title race as they move to within one point of Celtic after victory over Kilmarnock.

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VIDEO: Highlights: Inverness CT 2-2 Dundee Utd

Lewis Horner's late equaliser ensures a share of the spoils between Inverness CT and Dundee United in the Premiership.

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Sepp Blatter: End of era for Fifa boss

Sepp Blatter's 17-year reign as head of world governing body Fifa ends in ignominy after he is banned by the world body's ethics committee

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Arsenal v Manchester City

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester City.

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VIDEO: Are you going to say sorry Mr Blatter?

Fifa president Sepp Blatter, who along with Uefa boss Michel Platini has been banned for eight years, arrives for his news conference.

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VIDEO: Blatter: 'I'm sorry about me'

Fifa president Sepp Blatter has been giving his reaction to his eight-year suspension from all football-related activities.

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Players 'earn less than minimum wage'

Torquay United manager Kevin Nicholson says former boss Paul Cox signed players on contracts worth less than the minimum wage.

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Blatter and Platini get lengthy bans

Fifa president Sepp Blatter and Uefa boss Michel Platini are banned for eight years following an ethics investigation.

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Dundee Utd "guaranteed" to stay up

Darren Jackson believes that former club Dundee United will avoid relegation from the Premiership this season.

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Man Utd mood 'worse under Moyes'

Defender Phil Jones says the mood at Manchester United is not as bad as it was during David Moyes' ill-fated reign as manager.

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Inter Milan 1-2 Lazio

Inter Milan miss a chance to stretch their Serie A lead as two goals from Antonio Candreva earn victory for Lazio.

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Malaga 1-0 Atletico Madrid

Atletico Madrid miss a chance to go top of La Liga after falling to a late goal from Malaga's Brazilian striker Charles.

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VIDEO: Swans need bit of magic - Curtis

Swansea caretaker manager Alan Curtis says their attacking play lacks "a little bit of magic" after their goalless home draw with West Ham extends their winless streak to seven games.

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VIDEO: West Ham 'teamwork' buoys Bilic

West Ham manager Slaven Bilic praises his side's "teamwork" in their Premier League game with Swansea which finished 0-0 at the Liberty Stadium and was the Hammers' third consecutive goalless draw.

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Blatter & Platini set to learn fate

Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini will learn if they are banned from football as Fifa's ethics judge delivers verdicts on Monday.

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Real Madrid 10-2 Rayo Vallecano

Gareth Bale scores four goals as Real Madrid thrash nine-man Rayo Vallecano in a remarkable game.

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Reading 1-0 Blackburn Rovers

Danny Williams' stunning first-half goal ensures Brian McDermott's second spell at Reading starts with a win against Blackburn.

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Leeds United 1-0 Preston North End

Leeds register their third win in four games as they hang on to beat 10-man Preston 1-0 in the Championship.

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VIDEO: Klopp bemoans Ake goal decision

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says Watford's opening goal from Nathan Ake should have been disallowed as his side suffer a 3-0 defeat at Vicarage Road.

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VIDEO: Highlights: Barca win Club World Cup

Watch Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez score in Barcelona's Fifa Club World Cup final victory over River Plate as the Spanish club claim their fifth trophy of the year.

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VIDEO: Watford win was amazing - Flores

Quique Sanchez Flores says Watford were "amazing" in their 3-0 win over Liverpool at Vicarage Road and dedicated the victory to the fans.

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Sheffield Wednesday 4-1 Wolves

Sheffield Wednesday come from behind to defeat Wolves and move within a point of the Championship play-off zone.

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Watford 3-0 Liverpool

Watford profit from a calamitous Liverpool opening to continue their rise with a fourth consecutive Premier League win.

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VIDEO: Where next for Pep Guardiola?

BBC Sport looks at the potential destinations for Pep Guardiola after, the former Barcelona boss announced that he will leave Bayern Munich at the end of the season.

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Walsall 2-0 Port Vale

Sean O'Driscoll begins his career as Walsall boss with victory over Port Vale to go second in League One.

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Carpi 2-3 Juventus

Champions Juventus make it seven consecutive Serie A victories as they beat Carpi to continue their revival.

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Keen set for Colchester manager job

Colchester United are set to appoint former West Ham United and Stoke City midfielder Kevin Keen as their new manager.

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Guardiola to leave Bayern in summer

Pep Guardiola is to leave Bayern Munich at the end of the season and will be replaced by former Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti.

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Welbeck return pushed back again

Arsenal forward Danny Welbeck's return following knee surgery has been pushed back to February, manager Arsene Wenger says.

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Sunday's gossip column

Karim Benzema targeted by Chelsea and Manchester City, Arsenal want Inter Milan midfielder, Villa wants Everton striker, plus more.

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Fans right to turn on Chelsea players?

Chelsea's fans show their love for Jose Mourinho on an emotional afternoon - but could he end up at Old Trafford?

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Van Gaal 'worried' about job future

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal says he is "worried" about his job after a shock 2-1 loss to Norwich.

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Carlisle win at home - 85 miles away

Jimmy Hill remembered and Carlisle win a 'home' game in Preston - BBC Sport rounds up Saturday's Football League action.

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Hill was 'part of football's fabric'

The football world pays tribute to legendary player, manager, chairman and broadcaster Jimmy Hill, who has died aged 87.

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VIDEO: Sunderland looked scared - Allardyce

Sunderland boss Sam Allardyce says his side looked "frightened" and "scared" against Chelsea after they suffered a 3-1 defeat at Stamford Bridge.

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Caen v Paris St-Germain

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's French Ligue 1 game between Caen and Paris St-Germain.

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VIDEO: Chelsea are still fragile - Holland

Chelsea assistant first-team coach Steve Holland says the team are "still fragile" despite a 3-1 win over Sunderland at Stamford Bridge.

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VIDEO: Koeman criticises 'amateurish' defence

Southampton manager Ronald Koeman says he is "very worried" about his side's "amateur level" defending, as they lose 2-0 at home to Mauricio Pochettino's Tottenham.

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VIDEO: Ranieri enjoying Foxes 'dream'

Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri says that everyone is enjoying the "dream" after the Foxes moved five points clear at the top of the Premier League table with a 3-2 win away at Everton.

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VIDEO: Lloris one of world's best - Pochettino

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino says goalkeeper Hugo Lloris is "one of the best in the world" after a string of great saves helps them to a 2-0 victory over Southampton at St Mary's.

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VIDEO: Man Utd weren't good enough - Van Gaal

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal says his players were "not good enough" after they suffered a 2-1 home defeat by Norwich at Old Trafford.

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VIDEO: Crystal Palace spirit delights Pardew

Crystal Palace manager Alan Pardew is full of praise for his side's "superb spirit" after a late winner from Lee Chung-yong saw them claim a 2-1 win at Stoke.

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VIDEO: Stoke didn't deserve to lose - Hughes

Stoke City manager Mark Hughes says his side did not deserve to lose after "dominating" the match which Crystal Palace won 2-1 at the Britannia Stadium.

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Ipswich Town 0-1 Derby County

Tom Ince's fourth goal in five days sees Derby beat Ipswich to move up to second in the Championship.

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Celtic 1-2 Motherwell

Louis Moult scores twice as Motherwell come from behind to defeat Scottish Premiership leaders Celtic in Glasgow.

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Valencia 2-2 Getafe

Gary Neville is still waiting for a first victory as Valencia manager after their draw with struggling Getafe.

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Hannover 96 0-1 Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich will go into 2016 eight points top of the Bundesliga after beating Hannover before the winter break.

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VIDEO: Barca & River Plate prepare for final

Alex South previews the Club World Cup final between Barcelona and River Plate.

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VIDEO: Lineker & Motson's tributes to Hill

Gary Lineker and John Motson offer tributes to their friend and former Match of the Day colleague Jimmy Hill, who passed away on Saturday at the age of 87.

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VIDEO: Wonder strike from Ballymena's Cushley

A stunning goal from David Cushley gives Ballymena the lead against Linfield in the Irish Premiership.

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VIDEO: Five essential Jimmy Hill moments

BBC Sport looks back at five memorable moments in the football life of Jimmy Hill - the former player, manager, presenter and pundit - who has died, aged 87.

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River Plate v Barcelona

Barcelona forwards Lionel Messi and Neymar could miss the Fifa Club World Cup final against River Plate.

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'Players not behind Mourinho exit'

Chelsea captain John Terry insists that player power was not behind the sacking of manager Jose Mourinho.

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Brighton 0-3 Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough will be top of the Championship at Christmas after emphatically ending Brighton's unbeaten start to the season.

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Ex-MOTD presenter Hill dies aged 87

Former Match of the Day presenter Jimmy Hill, considered one of the most influential figures in English football, dies aged 87.

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VIDEO: Ex-MOTD presenter Hill dies aged 87

BBC Sport pays tribute to Jimmy Hill, one of English football's most influential figures, who has died aged 87.

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VIDEO: Chelsea's revolving managerial door

BBC Sport looks back at the managerial merry-go-round at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea name Guus Hiddink as interim manager.

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VIDEO: Managers react to Mourinho sacking

Louis van Gaal, Jurgen Klopp, Steve McClaren and many more give their thoughts on the sacking of Jose Mourinho by Chelsea.

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Mourinho will not take sabbatical

Jose Mourinho will not be taking a sabbatical following his sacking by Chelsea on Thursday.

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German police search for Gohouri

German police confirm that the family of Steve Gohouri has filed a missing person's report for the former Ivory Coast international.

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Palace agree deal with US investors

Crystal Palace complete a deal that sees American investors Josh Harris and David Blitzer take a stake in the club.

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Southend United 4-1 Bury

Noel Hunt scores twice as Southend United run out comfortable winners against Bury in League One.

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Chelsea v Sunderland

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Chelsea and Sunderland.

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Everton v Leicester City

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Everton and Leicester City.

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Manchester United v Norwich City

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Manchester United and Norwich City.

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Southampton v Tottenham Hotspur

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Southampton and Tottenham Hotspur.

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Stoke City v Crystal Palace

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Stoke City and Crystal Palace.

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West Bromwich Albion v Bournemouth

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between West Bromwich Albion and Bournemouth.

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Newcastle United v Aston Villa

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Newcastle United and Aston Villa.

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Klopp apologises after Pulis row

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp offers an apology to West Brom boss Tony Pulis after last weekend's stormy draw.

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Villa recall Cissokho from Porto

Aston Villa recall left-back Aly Cissokho from his season-long loan spell at Porto, following Jordan Amavi's injury.

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Costa Rica ex-football chief extradited

Eduardo Li - former president of the Costa Rican Football Federation - has been extradited to the US, the Swiss justice ministry says.

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Carneiro continues with Chelsea case

The former Chelsea doctor Eva Carneiro is to continue with legal action against Chelsea and former manager Jose Mourinho.

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VIDEO: Van Gaal has board's 'full confidence'

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal believes he has the "full confidence" of the club's board as his side look to end a five-match winless run against Norwich on Saturday.

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Guardiola has told Bayern his decision

Bayern Munich boss Pep Guardiola says he has made a decision over his future, while Thomas Muller extends his deal with the club.

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Rooney could return against Norwich

Wayne Rooney could return from injury to make his 500th appearance for Manchester United against Norwich on Saturday.

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VIDEO: Children cheered by Vardy visit

England striker Jamie Vardy and his Leicester team-mates bring Christmas cheer to children at Leicester Royal Infirmary.

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VIDEO: Man City are title favourites - Sterling

Raheem Sterling says, although he is "biased", his Manchester City team are favourites to win the Premier League title, ahead of their match at Arsenal on Monday night.

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Liverpool sign Dhanda until 2018

Liverpool youngster Yan Dhanda becomes the first player of Indian heritage to sign a professional contract with the Reds.

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Real not planning move for Mourinho

Real Madrid have no immediate plan to bring back Jose Mourinho to the Bernabeu, according to president Florentino Perez.

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Liverpool sign England's Chamberlain

Liverpool Ladies sign England international goalkeeper Siobhan Chamberlain for the 2016 season.

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Neil 'cannot babysit' Norwich team

Norwich boss Alex Neil says he cannot "babysit" his players after a club investigation began into goalkeeper John Ruddy.

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McNeill 'Luke Skywalker of his age'

As Celtic prepare to unveil a statue of their European Cup-winning captain, Archie MacPherson reflects on his impact.

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VIDEO: Suarez hat-trick puts Barcelona into final

Watch Luis Suarez score a hat-trick in Barcelona's 3-0 win over China's Guangzhou Evergrande to seal the Spanish club's place in Sunday's Fifa Club World Cup final.

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VIDEO: Top four realistic for Everton - Lukaku

Everton striker Romelu Lukaku believes a place in the Premier League top four is a "realistic" target, ahead of Saturday's match with leaders Leicester.

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O'Driscoll named Walsall head coach

League One side Walsall appoint former Liverpool assistant manager Sean O'Driscoll as their new head coach.

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Bolton 'should avoid administration'

Bolton Wanderers boss Neil Lennon says the Championship club remain confident of avoiding administration.

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Next two weeks are crucial - Koeman

Southampton boss Ronald Koeman says they are in danger of being sucked into a relegation battle unless results improve.

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Managers surprised by Mourinho exit

Premier League managers give their views on Jose Mourinho's dismissal by Chelsea on Thursday.

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Mourinho's exit is 'sad' - Terry

Chelsea captain John Terry says Jose Mourinho's departure as the Stamford Bridge club's manager is a "sad, sad day".

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'N'Zogbia could have given more'

Aston Villa manager Remi Garde questions the commitment of Charles N'Zogbia and may let him leave the club in January.

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Birmingham City v Cardiff City

Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's Championship game between Birmingham City and Cardiff City.

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VIDEO: Mourinho had lost players - Shearer

Match of the Day pundit Alan Shearer says Jose Mourinho's sacking appears to have come as a result of a broken relationship.

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Blatter makes his defence to Fifa

Suspended Fifa president Sepp Blatter has presented his defence to the ethics committee of football's governing body.

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Top four Everton's main goal - Lukaku

Everton striker Romelu Lukaku says a Champions League place is a "very realistic" aim for the club this season.

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VIDEO: Gerrard has framed Mourinho letter

Former England captain Steven Gerrard reveals ex-Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho sent him a letter congratulating him on his career.

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How Mourinho fell out of love

It was all so very public - BBC Sport charts a very modern break-up as Jose Mourinho falls out of love with his Chelsea players.

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'No player blame for Mourinho sacking'

Chelsea's players are not to blame for Jose Mourinho being sacked, says technical director Michael Emenalo.

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Who can lift Chelsea's Blues?

Pep Guardiola? Diego Simeone? Brendan Rodgers? John Terry? Who is in the running to succeed Jose Mourinho at Chelsea?

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Manchester man? What next for Mourinho?

After Jose Mourinho is sacked by Chelsea, BBC Sport's chief football writer Phil McNulty wonders where he will go next.

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Celtic ban fans over Turkey flares

Celtic suspend two fans from attending matches after the use of flares within Fenerbahce's stadium in Istanbul.

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Rangers say £5m loan being repaid

Rangers director Paul Murray says the £5m loan owed to Mike Ashley's Sports Direct retail company will be repaid.

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Hughes agrees New Year move to Reds

Warrenpoint's Daniel Hughes signs a two-and-a-half-year deal with Cliftonville and will move to the Reds in January.

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Stokes to fight for Celtic place

Celtic boss Ronny Deila says wayward striker Anthony Stokes has vowed to stay and fight for a starting place.

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VIDEO: Mourinho sacked by Chelsea

Chelsea sack manager Jose Mourinho after nine defeats in their first 16 Premier League games leaves them 16th in the table.

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Rangers boss backs 16-team top-tier

Rangers' Mark Warburton supports an expansion of the top flight as Celtic's Ronny Deila sees pluses and minuses.

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'I need to win over critics' - Deila

Celtic boss Ronny Deila admits he still has a job to do to convince critics like celebrity fan Rod Stewart.

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Why it went wrong for Mourinho

Complacent? Deluded? Let down by his big players? Phil McNulty looks at where it went wrong for Jose Mourinho at Chelsea.

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Louis who? How Jose's antics dominated social media

Jose Mourinho has been the talk of social media this season because of a series of compelling interviews, confrontations, fines and defeats.

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Mourinho sacked as Chelsea manager

Chelsea dismiss manager Jose Mourinho seven months after he led the club to the Premier League title.

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Fifa millions frozen by Switzerland

Millions of Swiss francs in bank accounts belonging to world soccer's governing body Fifa have been frozen, the Swiss justice ministry says.

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Chelsea will not go down - Wenger

Chelsea are not in a relegation battle, despite lying 16th in the Premier League, according to Arsene Wenger.

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Luton part company with boss Still

Luton Town part company with manager John Still after four straight defeats, with the club 17th in League Two.

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VIDEO: Record-breaker Wambach retires

Double Olympic champion Abby Wambach retires from international football after a career that saw her win 255 caps and score a world record 184 international goals for the USA.

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VIDEO: Chelsea not in relegation battle - Wenger

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says Chelsea are "not in a relegation battle", despite the champions being 16th in the table, just one point from safety after nine defeats in their first 16 matches.

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Liverpool sign Wales captain Ingle

Liverpool Ladies sign Wales and Bristol Academy captain Sophie Ingle for the upcoming Women's Super League season.

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McDermott set to rejoin Reading

Brian McDermott is set to be announced as the new boss of Reading, three years after being sacked by the Championship club.

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I would fire Klinsmann - Wambach

Abby Wambach says she "would definitely fire" United States men's team boss Jurgen Klinsmann as she retires from football.

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Tottenham get planning green light

Premier League club Tottenham have revised plans for their new stadium granted by Haringey Council.

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VIDEO: Advent calendar: Savage Stayin' Alive

Day 17 of BBC Sport's advent calendar relives Robbie Savage, in John Travolta-style white trousers, filming behind-the-scenes on the MOTD2 set to the Bee Gees' Stayin' Alive track.

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VIDEO: Who's on Mourinho's Christmas card list?

Find out who is on Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho's Christmas card list - and the one thing that would make him smile at the moment.

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Barcelona v Guangzhou Evergrande

Barcelona forward Lionel Messi is looking to cap an "unforgettable" year with a fifth trophy in the Fifa Club World Cup.

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Mourinho 'not certain to leave'

Speculation about Jose Mourinho's position as Chelsea boss is nothing new and will "ebb away", says ex-Blues winger Pat Nevin.

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New charges for pair in Fifa case

Two defendants in the Fifa corruption scandal plead not guilty to new charges including wire fraud conspiracy at a court in New York.

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VIDEO: Highlights: Daggers win thrilling cup replay

Watch highlights as Dagenham & Redbridge beat non-league Whitehawk after extra-time to secure an FA Cup third-round tie at Everton.

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Garde gets backing in transfer market

Aston Villa manager Remi Garde will be fully backed in the January transfer window, says chief executive Tom Fox.

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VIDEO: Obileye heads Daggers back in front

Dagenham centre-back Ayo Obileye heads the League Two side back into the lead against Whitehawk in their thrilling FA Cup second-round replay.

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VIDEO: Whitehawk grab dramatic equaliser

Whitehawk defender Juan Cruz Gotta grabs a stoppage-time equaliser against Dagenham & Redbridge to send their FA Cup second-round replay into extra-time.

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VIDEO: Passley puts Daggers ahead

Josh Passley completes the comeback for League Two side Dagenham, who take a 2-1 lead against non-league Whitehawk in their FA Cup second round replay.

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Pique v Madrid: Will it ever end?

Is there any sign of Barcelona's Gerard Pique showing remorse in his year-long trolling of Spanish rivals Real Madrid?

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VIDEO: Vassell equalises for Daggers

Kyle Vassell equalises for Dagenham & Redbridge in their FA Cup second round replay at non-league Whitehawk.

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VIDEO: Non-league Whitehawk take FA Cup lead

Striker Danny Mills gives non-leaguers Whitehawk the lead in their FA Cup second round replay against League Two side Dagenham & Redbridge.

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Platini support 'difficult' for FA

The Football Association would find it "difficult" to back Michel Platini's bid to lead Fifa, says chief executive Martin Glenn.

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Salford want promotion after Cup run

Salford City's joint-manager Anthony Johnson wants promotion from the league after their FA Cup exit at Hartlepool.

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Evans denies Redfearn Millers claim

Leeds head coach Steve Evans denies Rotherham boss Neil Redfearn's claim that he signed "substandard" players in the summer.

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VIDEO: Barca prepare for Club World Cup semi

Barcelona prepare ahead of their Fifa Club World Cup semi-final with Guangzhou Evergrande of China.

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Guardiola to clarify Bayern future

Bayern Munich boss Pep Guardiola says he will give "clarity" on his future at the Bundesliga champions next week.

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VIDEO: River Plate through to final in Japan

Watch highlights of Argentina's River Plate defeating Japan's Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-0 in the semi-final of the Fifa Club World Cup to face either Barcelona or China's Guangzhou Evergrande in the final.

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Wolverhampton Wanderers v Leeds United

Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's Championship game between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Leeds United.

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Litex thrown out of Bulgarian league

Litex Lovech are expelled from the Bulgarian league after a player protest over refereeing decisions against Levski Sofia.

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VIDEO: Highlights: Club America 2-1 TP Mazembe

Club America beat TP Mazembe 2-1 to claim fifth spot at the FIFA Club World Cup in Osaka, Japan on Wednesday.

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Flood-affected clubs get £750k fund

Grassroots football clubs affected by flooding caused by Storm Desmond will be provided with a £750,000 emergency fund.

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VIDEO: Jose Mourinho: The Unhappy One

BBC Sport looks back at some of Chelsea's manager Jose Mourinho's unhappier moments since he returned to Stamford Bridge declaring himself 'the happy one' in June 2013.

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Aguero set to return against Arsenal

Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero is set to be available for Monday's trip to Arsenal, after resuming full training.

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Brighton's March out for season

Brighton and England Under-21 winger Solly March is ruled out for the rest of the season with a knee injury.

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McMurdo always driven by the deal

Agent to George Best and Mo Johnston, Bill McMurdo revels in the notoriety of high-profile transfers from years gone by.

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Platini to boycott Fifa hearing

Suspended Fifa vice-president Michel Platini will boycott an ethics committee hearing into allegations of corruption.

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Eto'o handed first managerial chance

Former Cameroon captain Samuel Eto'o is appointed interim player-manager at Turkish side Antalyaspor.

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VIDEO: Chesterfield lose to Walsall on penalties

Walsall came through a penalty shootout to beat Chesterfield and book an FA Cup third-round trip to Brentford.

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Henry joins BBC team for Euro 2016

World Cup and European Championship winner Thierry Henry has joined the BBC for Euro 2016.

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Slade praises Cardiff's 'backbone'

Manager Russell Slade praises his team for showing backbone in their thrilling Championship win over Brentford.

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Chelsea discuss Mourinho future

Chelsea's board, led by owner Roman Abramovich, has met in the past 24 hours to discuss manager Jose Mourinho's future.

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Hull City v Reading

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Championship game between Hull City and Reading.

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VIDEO: Scunthorpe 3-0 Leyton Orient

Scunthorpe United beat Leyton Orient 3-0 in their FA Cup second-round replay to set up a trip to Premier League champions Chelsea in round three.

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VIDEO: Highlights: Shrewsbury 1-0 Grimsby

Shrewsbury Town beat non-league Grimsby Town 1-0 in their FA Cup second round replay to set up a trip to Championship Cardiff City in round three.

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Serie C side into cup quarters

Alessandria are the first third-tier club to reach the Italian Cup quarter-finals in more than 30 years after beating Genoa.

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Three-year Europe ban for FC Twente

FC Twente are banned from European competition for three years by the Dutch FA over transfer dealings.

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Wednesday's gossip column

Chelsea to hold emergency board meeting, Gabriel Agbonlahor can leave Aston Villa, Riyad Mahrez, plus more.

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VIDEO: Advent calendar: Sneaky free-kick

Day 16 of BBC Sport's advent calendar remembers a sneaky free-kick in the WSL 1 draw between Notts County Ladies and Arsenal Ladies.

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Whitehawk v Dagenham & Redbridge

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's FA Cup game between Whitehawk and Dagenham & Redbridge.

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Walsall 0-0 Chesterfield (5-3 pens)

Walsall beat Chesterfield on penalties to book an FA Cup third-round trip to former boss Dean Smith's Brentford.

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Shrewsbury Town 1-0 Grimsby Town

Abu Ogogo is the injury-time hero for Shrewsbury as they beat Grimsby and now face Cardiff in the FA Cup third round.

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Players must justify wages - Fabregas

Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas says the players must justify their "big wages" and start playing like "big players".

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VIDEO: Highlights: Hartlepool 2-0 Salford

Salford City's FA Cup adventure came to an end as Hartlepool claim an extra-time win to seal a third-round home tie against Championship high-fliers Derby.

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VIDEO: Mandron volley ends Salford cup run

Striker Michael Mandron volleys home Hartlepool's second of the night to seal victory in their FA Cup second round replay against Salford City.

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VIDEO: Fenwick gives Hartlepool lead

Hartlepool's Scott Fenwick is left unmarked to plant a powerful header into the top corner against Salford City during extra time of their FA Cup second round replay.

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Hartlepool United v Salford City

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's FA Cup second round replay between Hartlepool United and Salford City.

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Scunthorpe United 3-0 Leyton Orient

League One side Scunthorpe book a mouth-watering trip to Premier League champions Chelsea in the FA Cup third round.

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Fifa official Napout extradited to US

Fifa vice-president Juan Angel Napout has been extradited to the US to face corruption charges, Swiss officials say.

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Derby County v Bristol City

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Championship game between Derby County and Bristol City.

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Charlton Athletic v Bolton Wanderers

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Championship game between Charlton Athletic and Bolton Wanderers.

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Fulham v Ipswich Town

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Championship game between Fulham and Ipswich Town.

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Preston North End v Birmingham City

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Championship game between Preston North End and Birmingham City.

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Milton Keynes Dons v Sheffield Wednesday

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Championship game between Milton Keynes Dons and Sheffield Wednesday.

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Huddersfield Town v Rotherham United

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Championship game between Huddersfield Town and Rotherham United.

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Wycombe Wanderers v Notts County

Live coverage of Tuesday's League Two game between Wycombe Wanderers and Notts County.

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VIDEO: Salford's Allen hits woodwork

Salford City's Richie Allen comes close to breaking the deadlock and giving the visitors the lead in their FA Cup second round replay against League Two side Hartlepool.

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Bristol block Borthwick England move

Bristol say they have not reached a deal with the Rugby Football Union over the appointment of Steve Borthwick as England forwards coach.

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VIDEO: How Salford City pass a bus journey

BBC North West Tonight's Stuart Pollitt joins Salford City's bus journey ahead of their FA Cup second-round replay at Hartlepool United to find out how they pass the time.

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Carlisle to play Yeovil in Blackpool

Carlisle move their FA Cup tie against Yeovil to Blackpool's Bloomfield Road because of flood damage at Brunton Park.

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England v Wales Euro 2016 tie on BBC

The Euro 2016 group match between home nations England and Wales in Lens will be broadcast live across the BBC.

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VIDEO: Uruguayan keeper scores wonder goal

Union Nacional under-14 goalkeeper Guillermo Centurion scores a brilliant solo goal in the 120th minute of their match against bitter rivals Penarol to seal a 3-1 win.

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Blatter facing 'Spanish Inquisition'

Banned Fifa president Sepp Blatter reiterates his innocence to all 209 national football associations over ethics charges.

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Barca stars fail to make Uefa XI

Lionel Messi, Neymar and Luis Suarez fail to make Uefa's Champions League group stage XI.

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Three British referees at Euro 2016

English referees Martin Atkinson and Mark Clattenburg and Scotland's William Collum are picked for Euro 2016.

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Bosman 'emancipated' players - agent

Agent Raymond Sparkes says the Bosman transfer ruling gave players an unfair degree of control when seeking a move.

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Premier League TV battle hots up

BBC sports editor Dan Roan meets the New Zealander who could be the biggest threat the Premier League has faced to date.

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Cardiff City v Brentford

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Championship game between Cardiff City and Brentford.

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Middlesbrough v Burnley

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Middlesbrough v Burnley

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Championship game between Middlesbrough and Burnley.

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Queens Park Rangers v Brighton & Hove Albion

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Championship game between Queens Park Rangers and Brighton & Hove Albion.

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Football agents risk 'imploding' WSL

Football agents could force the Women's Super League to "implode and become unsustainable", says Doncaster Rovers Belles boss Glen Harris.

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VIDEO: What happened to Bosman the man?

Jean-Marc Bosman emerged from the European Court of Justice 20 years ago with a victory that would change football forever.

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VIDEO: Five of best Premier League Bosmans

BBC Sport picks out five of the best Premier League Bosman signings on the ruling's 20th anniversary.

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Vardy and Mahrez priceless - Ranieri

Leicester boss Claudio Ranieri says Jamie Vardy and Riyad Mahrez are not for sale after they inspired a win over Chelsea.

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How Bosman almost ruined Bosman

Twenty years since the Bosman ruling was first passed in Europe, BBC Sport asks what happened to the man behind it.

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Tuesday's gossip column

Chelsea to resume Stones bid, Juventus keen on Oscar, Townsend wants to leave Tottenham, Neville's "big risk", plus more.

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VIDEO: Chelsea have 'no chance' of top four

"Ashamed" boss Jose Mourinho says Chelsea have "no chance" of a top-four Premier League finish after losing 2-1 at Leicester.

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VIDEO: Fans dream, players calm - Ranieri

Leicester boss Claudio Ranieri says his players are staying "calm" despite their fans' excitement after a 2-1 win over Chelsea.

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Mourinho says top four out of reach

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho admits the Premier League top four is now out of their reach after a 2-1 defeat by Leicester.

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Club probes goalie 'scuffle' footage

Norwich are looking into footage which appears to show goalkeeper John Ruddy in a scuffle with a man in a city nightlife district.

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Truro to share Torquay's ground

Truro City are to share Torquay's Plainmoor ground for part of next season - meaning a round trip of 172 miles for home games.

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'Bolton players could opt to leave'

Bolton manager Neil Lennon admits some players could choose to end their contracts if they are not paid this month.

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Barcelona v Guangzhou Evergrande

Barcelona forward Lionel Messi is looking to cap an "unforgettable" year with a fifth trophy in the Club World Cup.

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Man Utd will recover, insists Mata

Juan Mata says Manchester United will recover from their poor run of form, which has seen them go five games without a win.

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Bulgarian champions may quit league

Bulgarian champions Ludogorets say they could quit the league after claiming that referees are favouring title rivals Levski Sofia.

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Man City face 'farcical' empty ground

Manchester City's tie at Dynamo Kiev should be played in a neutral venue, rather than ban fans, says a fanzine editor.

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Monday's Scottish gossip

Greek coach applies but Ferguson favourite for St Mirren job as Izaguirre earns praise for bravery.

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Man Utd draw Danes in Europa League

Manchester United face Danish side Midtjylland in the last 32 of the Europa League, with Liverpool playing Augsburg.

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Arsenal face Barca in Champions League

Arsenal will face European champions Barcelona in the Champions League last 16, while Chelsea face Paris St-Germain again.

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VIDEO: Will Leicester beat Chelsea tonight?

Mark Lawrenson and Jermaine Jenas join Dan Walker to preview Monday's Premier League match between Leicester and Chelsea.

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Monday's gossip column

Verratti and Pogba to swap clubs, Swansea consider Jorge Sampaoli, Kiessling to Liverpool, Palace want Zaza, plus more.

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Paris St-Germain 5-1 Lyon

Paris St-Germain go 17 points clear at the top of Ligue 1 with a comprehensive victory over Lyon.

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Costa staying at Chelsea - Mourinho

Diego Costa will stay at Chelsea for the remaining three years of his contract, says manager Jose Mourinho.

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Villarreal 1-0 Real Madrid

Real Madrid are five points behind leaders Barcelona and Atletico Madrid after losing to Villarreal in a wasteful performance.

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Juventus 3-1 Fiorentina

Two late goals earn Juventus a sixth straight Serie A win against second-placed Fiorentina in Turin.

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Giroud deserves more credit - Wenger

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says striker Olivier Giroud is "at the top of his game" after playing a key part in a "perfect week".

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VIDEO: Highlights: Aberdeen 1-0 Hearts

Adam Rooney's penalty extends Aberdeen's lead over Hearts in the Scottish Premiership to seven points.

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VIDEO: Highlights: Dundee United 0-1 Partick Thistle

Dundee United fall further adrift at the bottom of the Scottish Premiership after they lose at home to Partick Thistle.

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'Newcastle haven't turned corner'

Newcastle have not turned the corner yet despite their 2-1 victory at Tottenham, according to manager Steve McClaren.

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English clubs await Europa draw

Liverpool, Tottenham and Manchester United will learn who they face in the last 32 of the Europa League in Monday's draw.

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Wales have obvious targets - Ford

Plans are already in place for Wales' pre-Euro 2016 friendlies, says Football Association of Wales chief executive Jonathan Ford.

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Blackburn Rovers v Nottingham Forest

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Championship game between Blackburn Rovers and Nottingham Forest.

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Leicester City v Chelsea

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Premier League game between Leicester City and Chelsea.

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Atletico Madrid 2-1 Athletic Bilbao

Atletico Madrid draw level with Barcelona at the top of La Liga after coming from behind to beat Athletic Bilbao.

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VIDEO: 'Baggies help make it the greatest league'

West Brom manager Tony Pulis says the effort put in by teams like his make the Premier League the "greatest" league in the world, after a 2-2 draw with Liverpool at Anfield.

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VIDEO: West Brom play only long balls - Klopp

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says opponents West Brom "play only long balls" after their 2-2 Premier League draw at Anfield.

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VIDEO: Win answered our critics - McClaren

Newcastle boss Steve McClaren says his side's 2-1 win at Tottenham "answered some of the critics" of the Magpies' form this season.

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Eibar 1-1 Valencia

Gary Neville draws in his first La Liga game in charge of Valencia despite his side being reduced to 10 men at Eibar.

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VIDEO: Wenger happy after 'perfect week'

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger praises the Gunners' "perfect week" after they follow up qualification for the last 16 in the Champions League with a 2-0 win away at Aston Villa.

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VIDEO: Villa are too fragile - Garde

Aston Villa manager Remi Garde describes his side as "too fragile" after two first-half goals give Arsenal a 2-0 Premier League win at Villa Park.

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VIDEO: Man Utd 'intimidated' by Van Gaal?

Match of the Day 2 Extra pundits Neil Custis of the Sun, BBC commentator Conor McNamara and BBC football expert Mark Lawrenson discuss Louis van Gaal's effect on Manchester United's players.

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Bournemouth win for family - Arter

Bournemouth's Harry Arter dedicates Saturday's win over Manchester United to his family after the death of his daughter.

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Police look at alleged racial abuse

Police look into allegations of racial abuse directed at Brighton's Connor Goldson during Saturday's game at Derby.

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England legend Banks has cancer

England's World Cup-winning goalkeeper Gordon Banks reveals he is battling kidney cancer for the second time.

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Liverpool v West Bromwich Albion

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Premier League game between Liverpool and West Bromwich Albion.

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Aston Villa v Arsenal

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Premier League game between Aston Villa and Arsenal.

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Tottenham Hotspur v Newcastle United

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United.

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St Johnstone v Celtic

In-form St Johnstone seek to extend their seven-match unbeaten run in all competitions against Premiership leaders Celtic.

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Sheffield United v Coventry City

Live coverage of Sunday's League One game between Sheffield United and Coventry City.

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Hodgson in line for new England deal

England boss Roy Hodgson is likely to remain in charge for the 2018 World Cup campaign, the FA's chief executive says.

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Arter plays days after loss of child

Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe praises Harry Arter for playing against Manchester United following the death of his daughter.

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Sunday's gossip column

Real Madrid could go for Ozil, Arsenal want Batshuayi, Ramsey "can't wait to face England", Pardew goes to the pub, plus more.

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We must stick together - Van Gaal

Man Utd boss Louis van Gaal has set a target of three successive victories to keep his side in the Premier League title race.

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Udinese 0-4 Inter Milan

Inter Milan score twice in each half to win 4-0 at Udinese and extend their lead at the top of Serie A.

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Campbell sacked as Forfar manager

Dick Campbell is sacked as Forfar Athletic manager after seven years in charge of the Scottish League One club.

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VIDEO: Losing games is very tough - Van Gaal

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal says losing consecutive games is "very tough" after his side lost 2-1 away to Bournemouth.

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VIDEO: Howe enjoys Cherries 'great week'

Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe says it has been a "great week" in the clubs history after beating Manchester United 2-1.

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Lennon questions his job at Bolton

Boss Neil Lennon admits guiding Bolton to one win in 20 games has left him questioning if he is the right man for the job.

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Hart admits Man City were 'awful'

Man City goalkeeper Joe Hart admits his side played poorly despite beating Swansea thanks to an injury-time winner.

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Republic draw 'could not be tougher'

Martin O'Neill says luck was not with the Republic of Ireland as they are grouped with Belgium, Italy and Sweden at Euro 2016.

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Bayer 04 Leverkusen 5-0 B M'gladbach

Former Manchester United striker Javier Hernandez scores a hat-trick as Bayer Leverkusen beat Borussia Monchengladbach 5-0.

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Hodgson & Coleman welcome Euro draw

England boss Roy Hodgson and Wales' Chris Coleman welcome the draw for Euro 2016 which puts both home nations in Group B.

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VIDEO: Hammers created enough to win - Bilic

West Ham manager Slaven Bilic believes his side did enough to take all three points after a 0-0 draw with Stoke

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VIDEO: Hughes satisfied with away draw

Stoke manager Mark Hughes says he was satisfied with a point after a 0-0 draw at West Ham.

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