Raith boss Hughes says SPFL should be embarrassed after Stevenson plays in goal

Raith Rovers' John Hughes says the SPFL should be "embarrassed" by the decision that forced him to field Ryan Stevenson in goal.

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Manchester City v Huddersfield Town - FA Cup preview & team news

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's FA Cup game between Manchester City and Huddersfield Town.

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Dundee v Partick Thistle - preview & team news

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Scottish Premiership game between Dundee and Partick Thistle.

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Record spend as China transfer window closes

The Chinese winter transfer window ends as Super League sides surpass the spending of their Premier League counterparts.

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Pep Guardiola: Man City boss will make Joe Hart wait on his future

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola will not make a decision on Joe Hart's future until the end of the season.

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Aston Villa: What next for one of England's fallen giants?

Aston Villa have gone from a top-six Premier League team to toiling in the Championship. Why the malaise, and can they mount a revival?

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Raith lose 1-0 to Ayr with midfielder Stevenson in goal

Farid El Alagui's header is enough for Ayr United to beat Raith Rovers, who bizarrely had to play midfielder Ryan Stevenson as goalkeeper.

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Dybala double gives Juve first-leg lead over Napoli in Coppa Italia

Paulo Dybala scores two penalties as Juventus establish a two-goal advantage in the first leg of their Coppa Italia semi-final against Napoli.

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Conway penalty sees struggling Blackburn defeat Derby

Blackburn Rovers boost their Championship survival chances with a gutsy victory over Derby County at Ewood Park.

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Kodjia helps Villa beat former club Bristol City

Jonathan Kodjia scores against his former club as Aston Villa earn a comfortable win over Bristol City in the Championship.

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Hull City: Dieumerci Mbokani to miss six weeks with hamstring injury

Hull striker Dieumerci Mbokani will miss six weeks after suffering a hamstring injury.

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Deportivo name ex-WBA boss Mel as coach

Former West Brom manager Pepe Mel has joined La Liga side Deportivo La Coruna until the end of the season.

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Republic to face Mexico in New Jersey friendly

Republic of Ireland will take on Mexico in a June warm-up friendly in preparation for a vital World Cup qualifier against Austria.

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Claudio Ranieri: Manchester City's Pep Guardiola 'surprised' by sacking

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola admits he was "surprised" after Claudio Ranieri was sacked by Leicester City last week

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Motherwell players let Mark McGhee down - Keith Lasley

Motherwell captain Keith Lasley says the Steelmen need to take responsibility following the departure of manager Mark McGhee.

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German Cup: Can giant-killers Sportfreunde Lotte stun Borussia Dortmund?

With giant-killers Sportfreunde Lotte having already knocked out Werder Bremen and Bayer Leverkusen of the German Cup, we question if they can now stun Dortmund.

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Footballer Adam Johnson appeal bid judgement reserved

The disgraced footballer was jailed for six years for sexually touching and grooming a schoolgirl.

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Jerome Valcke: Ex-Fifa secretary general challenges 10-year ban

Jerome Valcke, the former secretary general of Fifa, asks the Court of Arbitration for Sport to lift his 10-year-ban from football.

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Wolves report £5.8m pre-tax profit

Wolves report a pre-tax profit of £5.8m for 2015-16, their final season under former owner Steve Morgan.

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Carlisle United end overseas investment talks after 20-month negotiations

Carlisle United end negotiations with a potential overseas investor, 20 months after the talks began.

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Nene Park demolition under way

Demolition work has begun at Nene Park, the former home of Rushden and Diamonds.

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Mark McGhee: Motherwell part with manager after run of bad results

Motherwell sack manager Mark McGhee following a run of disappointing results in the Scottish Premiership.

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Celtic "motivated" by Inverness slip, says Erik Sviatchenko

Celtic want to make up for the only blot on their Scottish Premiership record this season when they return to Inverness on Wednesday

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Brighton & Hove Albion v Newcastle United

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's top-two match in the Championship as Brighton host Newcastle United.

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Hamilton Academical v Aberdeen

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Scottish Premiership game between Hamilton Academical and Aberdeen.

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Jamie Vardy: Criticism spurred Leicester on to victory over Liverpool

Leicester striker Jamie Vardy says criticism of players "fired them up" for victory over Liverpool on Monday.

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Leicester 3-1 Liverpool: Foxes made right decision - Dietmar Hamann

Match of the Day 2 pundit Dietmar Hamann says Leicester's 3-1 victory over Liverpool shows that the club made the "right decision" to sack manager Claudio Ranieri.

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Leicester 3-1 Liverpool: Players reacted to criticism - Craig Shakespeare

Leicester caretaker boss Craig Shakespeare says the improved display in the win over Liverpool was down to the players being "fired up" by recent criticism.

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Leicester 3-1 Liverpool: Jurgen Klopp says team 'deserves' criticism

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says his team had a "bad start, bad middle and bad end" to the game in their 3-1 away defeat by Leicester.

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40 coach changes in 15 years - Palermo president stepping down

Palermo president Maurizio Zamparini, who has overseen about 40 coaching changes in 15 years as the club's owner, says he is stepping down.

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Neil Warnock: I enjoy management, and making people smile'

Cardiff City boss Neil Warnock tells Football Focus about his life as a manager and his ambitions to challenge for Premier League promotion with the Bluebirds.

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World Cup winner Gotze out with 'metabolic disturbances'

World Cup winner Mario Gotze is ruled out "for the time being" because of "metabolic disturbances", his club Borussia Dortmund say.

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Wagner and Monk banned by FA over touchline altercation

Huddersfield boss David Wagner is given a two-match touchline ban and a £6,000 fine after his altercation with Leeds counterpart Garry Monk.

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Sutton sign keeper after pie-eating Shaw's resignation

Sutton United sign Bristol Rovers keeper Will Puddy on a month's loan and winger Kieron Cadogan on a permanent deal.

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'We need to find a way to beat the best' - England prepare for France opener

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's SheBelieves Cup game between England women and France women.

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England to face Italy & Austria in Euro warm-ups

England women will play Italy and Austria in their last home games before this summer's European Championship.

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Former Hearts & Everton forward Young dies

Former Hearts, Everton and Scotland forward Alex Young has died at the age of 80.

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Football 'dementia disclaimers' predicted

Footballers may have to sign disclaimers to prevent them suing over brain injuries in the future, a former head of the SFA predicts.

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Shakespeare in frame for longer-term Leicester job

Caretaker boss Craig Shakespeare is firmly in contention for the Leicester manager's job on a longer-term basis after Claudio Ranieri's sacking.

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Palace team coach vandalised before home match

Crystal Palace's team coach was vandalised with graffiti prior to their 1-0 win over Middlesbrough on Saturday.

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Andries Jonker: Wolfsburg appoint Arsenal academy boss as third head coach of season

Bundesliga strugglers Wolfsburg name Arsenal academy boss Andries Jonker as head coach after sacking sack Valerien Ismael.

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Dario Gradi to appeal against FA suspension

Dario Gradi is to appeal against his Football Association suspension from working in football.

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Ipswich Town: Mick McCarthy hopes Norwich draw mends 'broken' relationship

Ipswich boss Mick McCarthy hopes his side's East Anglian derby display will help mend a "broken" relationship with the fans.

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Shakespeare in charge of Leicester for Liverpool test

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

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Southampton: Claude Puel calls for video technology after Gabbiadini offside

Southampton manager Claude Puel calls for video technology to be used in football after a goal from forward Manolo Gabbiadini was ruled out for offside.

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Jose Mourinho wants Zlatan Ibrahimovic to stay at Manchester United

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho says he does not beg players to stay but suggests fans should "camp outside of his house" to try and convince Zlatan Ibrahimovic to stay at Old Trafford.

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Southampton: Claude Puel wants video technology for offside after EFL Cup final

Claude Puel calls for video technology for offside decisions after his Southampton side's disallowed goal in the EFL Cup final.

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Watford's Zarate suffers cruciate ligament injury

Scans reveal Watford forward Mauro Zarate suffered a cruciate ligament injury in Saturday's 1-1 draw with West Ham.

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic: Can striker help Man Utd claim a cup treble?

With the first part of a potential cup treble secured, we question whether Zlatan Ibrahimovic is the man to help Man Utd to more glory.

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Mourinho's 19 trophies, Pulis' points haul, Kane's killer instinct & Holebas' dirty dozen

Jose Mourinho secures a 19th major trophy, Tony Pulis hits the peak of his powers - and meet the Premier League's new bad boy.

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PSG thrash Marseille to move back into second

Paris St-Germain thrash Marseille in Le Classique to move back up into second place in Ligue 1.

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Nainggolan stunners give Roma victory at Inter

Radja Nainggolan scores two brilliant goals as Roma beat Inter Milan to keep their slim Serie A title hopes alive.

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Madrid go top after dramatic comeback

Real Madrid come from 2-0 down to record a remarkable win at Villarreal, a victory that sees them return to the top of La Liga.

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Whose presence rivals Roy Keane's? Read Garth's team of the week & pick your own

Who is the next nearest thing to N'Golo Kante? Whose presence at Old Trafford is like that of Roy Keane? Find out in Garth's team of the week.

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FA People's Cup 2017: How on earth did he score from there?

Watch a stunning solo goal from one of the men playing in the Adult Males category of the 2017 FA People's Cup first round.

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic: Jose Mourinho wants Man Utd striker to stay

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho wants striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic to stay at the club for another year.

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FA People's Cup 2017: Best goals from Sunday's first-round action

Get Inspired takes a look at some of the best goals from round one of the 2017 FA People's Cup on Sunday.

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Leaders Feyenoord beat Dutch champions PSV

Giovanni van Bronckhorst's Feyenoord boost their chances of a first Dutch title since 1999 by beating champions PSV Eindhoven.

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Harry Kane: Tottenham striker one of the best in the world, says Pochettino

Harry Kane is one of the top strikers in the world, Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino says after the England man scores his third hat-trick of 2017.

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Messi's late winner sends Barca top

Lionel Messi scores a late winner as Barcelona beat Atletico Madrid to move top of La Liga.

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A player's-eye view of the FA People's Cup

Watch what it's like to play in the FA People's Cup with our special player-cam footage from Shoreditch in east London.

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Claudio Ranieri replacement: Is Nigel Pearson the man for the Leicester job?

BBC Sport asks if Leicester should re-appoint the man who kept them in the Premier League in 2014/15 or look elsewhere, as they search for Claudio Ranieri's successor.

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Tottenham 4-0 Stoke: Mark Hughes criticises beaten Potters

Stoke manager Mark Hughes describes his side as "not good enough at any level" after a 4-0 Premier League defeat to Tottenham at White Hart Lane following a Harry Kane hat-trick.

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Tottenham 4-0 Stoke: Harry Kane one of world's best strikers - Pochettino

Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino says Harry Kane is "one of the best strikers in the world" after the forward scored a first-half hat-trick and set up Spurs' fourth goal in a 4-0 win over Stoke.

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East Anglian derby ends in a draw

Jacob Murphy's equaliser for Norwich extends Ipswich's wait of almost eight years for a victory in an East Anglian derby.

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O'Neill rules himself out of Leicester job and criticises player influence

Ex-Leicester City boss Martin O'Neill rules himself out of replacing Claudio Ranieri and criticises the influence of players in modern football.

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Barry Ferguson resigns as Clyde manager

Former Scotland and Rangers captain Barry Ferguson quits his post as manager of Clyde.

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Claudio Ranieri responsible for Leicester players' performance - Oliver Holt

Daily Mail chief sports writer Oliver Holt says that although he believes Leicester made a mistake sacking Claudio Ranieri, ultimately the "buck stops" with the manager for their poor performances.

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Sir Mo Farah: I am a clean athlete

Sir Mo Farah says he is a "clean athlete" after a leaked report suggested his American coach may have broken anti-doping rules.

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Celtic legend McNeill has dementia

The family of former Celtic manager and player Billy McNeill confirm he has dementia.

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Tottenham v Stoke City - team news & stats

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

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Juventus take 30th consecutive home win

Juventus go 10 points clear at the top of Serie A with a 30th consecutive home win as 17th-placed Empoli are brushed aside.

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Watford 1-1 West Ham: Walter Mazzarri says silly mistakes cost Hornets win

Watford manager Walter Mazzarri says silly mistakes lead to his side missing out on all three points against West Ham at the Hawthorns.

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FA People's Cup 2017: Best goals from Saturday's first-round action

Get Inspired takes a look at some of the best goals from round one of the 2017 FA People's Cup on Saturday.

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Watford 1-1 West Ham: It's two points lost - Slaven Bilic

Slaven Bilic believes West Ham showed more quality in their 1-1 draw against Watford, a result that sees the Hammers go ninth place in the Premier League table.

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Claudio Ranieri: Jamie Vardy says speculation of manager's sacking is 'untrue'

Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy says speculation he was involved in Claudio Ranieri's dismissal is "untrue and extremely hurtful".

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Brighton top Championship after convincing win over Reading

Brighton take advantage of Newcastle's slip-up as they beat Reading to go a point clear at the top of the Championship.

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Antonio sent off as West Ham and Watford draw

Substitute Andre Ayew scores a second half equaliser to earn West Ham a Premier League point against Watford.

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Crystal Palace: Sam Allardyce hails Middlesbrough result as 'biggest win'

Sam Allardyce says Crystal Palace's win over Middlesbrough was their biggest of the season as they move out of the relegation zone.

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Guingamp 1-2 Monaco

Monaco move three points clear at the top of Ligue 1 as Fabinho's chipped penalty seals victory at Guingamp.

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West Brom 2-1 Bournemouth: Tony Pulis says the Baggies can't be complacent

West Brom manager Tony Pulis says his side have had a "great season so far" but they "can't be complacent" after they came from behind to inflict a fourth-straight Premier League defeat on struggling Bournemouth.

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Hull City 1-1 Burnley: Sean Dyche praises Clarets' 'amazing character'

Burnley manager Sean Dyche praises his side's "amazing character" after they come from behind to draw 1-1 with Hull City at the KCOM Stadium.

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Chelsea 3-1 Swansea: Blues dominated against Swans - Antonio Conte

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte says his side "dominated" their match against Swansea, running out 3-1 winners and extending their lead at the top of the Premier League to 11 points.

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Crystal Palace 1-0 Middlesbrough: Aitor Karanka questions first-half display

Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka questions his side's approach to the first-half of their 1-0 Premier League defeat to Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.

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Crystal Palace 1-0 Middlesbrough: No bigger win this season - Sam Allardyce

Crystal Palace manager Sam Allardyce believes his side have had "no bigger win this season" than their 1-0 Premier League victory over Middlesbrough at Selhurst Park.

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West Brom 2-1 Bournemouth: Eddie Howe 'disappointed' to miss out on point

Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe says the Cherries "dominated possession" and he's "disappointed" not to get a point in their 2-1 defeat against West Brom.

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Everton 2-0 Sunderland: Our first-half passing was terrible - David Moyes

Sunderland manager David Moyes says his side's passing in the first half was "terrible", but believes they improved after the break despite eventually losing 2-0 to Everton at Goodison Park.

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Chelsea 3-1 Swansea: Swans' confidence not damaged - Clement

Swansea manager Paul Clement says his players' confidence has not been damaged by their 3-1 defeat at Chelsea, and believes March's fixtures will be crucial in deciding the club's fate.

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Newcastle come from 2-0 down to hold Bristol City

Ciaran Clark scores a late header as Championship leaders Newcastle come from 2-0 down to draw at home to Bristol City.

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Real Betis 1-2 Sevilla

Sevilla come from behind to beat Real Betis in their local derby and move level on points with La Liga leaders Real Madrid.

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Everton 2-0 Sunderland: Ronald Koeman unhappy with Toffees' second half

Everton manager Ronald Koeman says he was "not happy" with his side's tempo in the second half of their 2-0 win over Sunderland at Goodison Park.

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Celtic beat Hamilton for 21st straight Premiership win

Moussa Dembele scores twice against Hamilton Academical as leaders Celtic secure their 21st consecutive Premiership victory.

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Chelsea 11 points clear with win over Swansea

Chelsea stretch their lead at the top of the Premier League table to 11 points after victory over Swansea City at Stamford Bridge.

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Van Aanholt goal takes Palace outside drop zone

Patrick van Aanholt scores the winner for Crystal Palace, as they move out of the Premier League's relegation zone by beating Middlesbrough.

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Everton beat Sunderland to extend unbeaten run

Romelu Lukaku scores his 19th goal of the season as Everton beat bottom club Sunderland at Goodison Park.

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West Brom come from behind to beat Cherries

West Brom come from behind to inflict a fourth straight Premier League defeat on struggling Bournemouth in a captivating game at The Hawthorns.

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Hull City draw with Burnley

Hull miss the chance to move out of the Premier League bottom three as they draw with Burnley, who remain without an away league win this season.

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Sutton forced to play defender in goal after Shaw's resignation

Sutton are forced to play an outfield player in goal against Torquay following Wayne Shaw's resignation on Tuesday.

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Bayern thrash Hamburg 8-0 as Ancelotti celebrates landmark

Carlo Ancelotti celebrates his 1,000th match as a manager with an 8-0 Bayern Munich victory over Hamburg, including a Robert Lewandowski hat-trick.

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Bale is '100% fit', says Zidane

Wales forward Gareth Bale is back to full fitness after recovering from ankle surgery, says his Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane.

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Linfield boss Healy handed seven-match touchline ban

Linfield manager David Healy gets a seven-match touchline ban after being sent to the stands for the third time this season last weekend.

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EFL Cup final: How do Southampton continue to defy the odds?

BBC Sport asks how Southampton continue to succeed despite constantly losing numerous key figures to other clubs, as they prepare to face Manchester United in the EFL Cup final.

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Wood scores winner as Leeds beat Owls

Chris Wood's first-half goal and a Robert Green penalty save earn Leeds victory over promotion rivals Sheffield Wednesday.

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Claudio Ranieri: Kasper Schmeichel denies player revolt led to sacking

Leicester goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel says he has "no problem" with former manager Claudio Ranieri despite reports of a player revolt leading to the Italian being sacked by the Premier League champions on Thursday.

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'Ranieri sacking has undermined coaching profession'

Claudio Ranieri's sacking by Leicester has "undermined the profession of coaching", says League Managers Association chief Richard Bevan.

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FA People's Cup: Cheeky backheel finish in FA People's Cup

She Can Play take the lead with a superb backheel finish in the FA People's Cup first round on Saturday.

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Quiz: 19 League Cup finals, 19 scorers - can you name them all?

The League Cup is the first major piece of silverware up for grabs in the English football season, but how well do you know past finals?

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Footballer killed by lightning 50 years ago honoured

Team-mates remember Tony Allden who died in a lightning strike while he was playing a game.

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Wolverhampton Wanderers v Birmingham City

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

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Burton Albion v Blackburn Rovers

Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's Championship game between Burton Albion and Blackburn Rovers.

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Weekend team news for England & Scotland

Previews of the weekend's Premier League, Championship and Scottish Premiership games.

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Man Utd v Southampton - EFL Cup final preview

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's EFL Cup final between Manchester United and Southampton.

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Claudio Ranieri 'very sad' for Leicester City fans

Former Leicester manager Claudio Ranieri meets fans and speaks briefly to reporters at his house.

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Cowdenbeath sack Brett over gambling breach

Defender Dean Brett is sacked by League Two club Cowdenbeath over breaching gambling rules, including betting against his own team.

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Gareth Bale hopes for Wales Euro 2016 'legacy'

Wales and Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale hopes his team's efforts at Euro 2016 will result in a "legacy" that will help the country do well in future tournaments.

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Arsenal finances reveal record transfer spend

Arsenal's latest financial results show a record £110.5m spent on players, and an increase in turnover to £191.1m.

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Nabil Bentaleb: Schalke to sign Tottenham midfielder on four-year deal

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Nabil Bentaleb will join Schalke on a permanent deal at the end of his loan spell this summer.

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Jose Mourinho defends Claudio Ranieri by blaming Leicester players

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho defends sacked Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri and says he was let down by "selfish" players.

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Claudio Ranieri: Sacked Leicester manager says his 'dream died'

Claudio Ranieri says his "dream died" when he was sacked as Leicester manager, nine months after winning the title.

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Mancini? O'Neill? Hodgson? Redknapp? Who next for Leicester?

Phil McNulty takes a look at the leading candidates to replace recently sacked Claudio Ranieri as Leicester manager.

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Scotland women all full-time ahead of Euro 2017 finals

Scotland's home-based players are being funded to go full-time as they prepare for the Women's Euro 2017 finals.

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This is what it means to play in the People's Cup

Lisa from the She Can Play Mums gets ready for her debut in the FA People's Cup, which kicks off this weekend.

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'No doubts' - Mourinho says Rooney will be involved in EFL Cup final

Man Utd boss Jose Mourinho says Wayne Rooney will be part of the EFL Cup final squad, a day after the forward announced he was staying at the club.

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Celtic midfielder Brown still available for Scotland

Celtic captain Scott Brown will make himself available for Scotland's World Cup qualifier against Slovenia next month.

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Bournemouth accept FA anti-doping charge

Bournemouth accept a Football Association charge relating to a breach of anti-doping rules and are awaiting punishment.

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Claudio Ranieri: Five things we'll miss about former Leicester manager

From his jovial press conferences to his famous "dilly ding, dilly dong" catchphrase, BBC Sport looks back at what we'll miss from Claudio Ranieri after he was sacked as Leicester manager.

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Bastia punished for racist abuse of Balotelli

French side Bastia have been ordered to close part of their stadium after Nice striker Mario Balotelli was racially abused.

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Claudio Ranieri: Leicester City fans react to sacking

Leicester City fans have their say on the club's decision to sack Premier League-winning manager Claudio Ranieri.

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Claudio Ranieri: Leicester City caretaker Craig Shakespeare denies player unrest

Leicester City caretaker boss Craig Shakespeare denies a player revolt led to the sacking of Claudio Ranieri, saying the Italian "did not lose the dressing room".

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Terminally ill Sunderland fan to be England qualifier mascot

The news comes as the family of the five-year-old revealed he had a new tumour.

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No Leicester players' revolt against Ranieri - Shakespeare

Leicester caretaker boss Craig Shakespeare denies a player revolt led to the sacking of Claudio Ranieri as manager.

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Claudio Ranieri: Gary Lineker says Leicester got sacking wrong

Match of the Day host and former Leicester City striker Gary Lineker says the club should have built a statue in honour of former manager Claudio Ranieri rather than sacking him.

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Sam Allardyce: I had to get over England job disappointment

Sam Allardyce says he could not let his disappointment of his short reign as England manager end his career, and is now focused on steering Crystal Palace to Premier League safety.

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Man Utd face Rostov in Europa League last 16

Manchester United are drawn against Russian side FC Rostov in the Europa League last 16.

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Claudio Ranieri: Send your stories of meeting the ex-Leicester boss

BBC Sport wants your stories of meeting Claudio Ranieri during his time as Leicester City manager.

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Scott Hogan: Aston Villa striker sidelined for up to five weeks

Aston Villa striker Scott Hogan is ruled out for up to five weeks with an ankle injury picked up in the Newcastle loss.

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Champions League: Celtic fined over crowd disturbances at Man City game

Uefa fines Celtic 19,000 euros over crowd disturbances and setting off fireworks during the Champions League game at Manchester City in December.

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Federico Fernandez: Swansea City defender signs new deal

Swansea defender Federico Fernandez signs a new contract that will keep him at the club until 2020.

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Foxes' slump in stats: How do Leicester compare to last season?

After Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri's dismissal, BBC Sport looks at how the players compare to last season.

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Inverness Caledonian Thistle v Rangers - team news

Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's Scottish Premiership game between Inverness Caledonian Thistle and Rangers.

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic: Why Man Utd must keep striker - Alan Shearer

Zlatan Ibrahimovic's goals and sheer presence make him Manchester United's most vital player, says Match of the Day pundit Alan Shearer.

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3-0 down on aggregate, but Gladbach knock out Fiorentina

Borussia Monchengladbach fight back from 3-0 down to beat Fiorentina, Lyon thrash AZ Alkmaar, Roma progress - Europa League round-up

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Lawro's predictions v Let it Shine judge Martin Kemp

BBC football expert Mark Lawrenson takes on Let it Shine judge Martin Kemp in this week's Premier League fixtures and the EFL Cup final.

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Claudio Ranieri: Leicester's decision to sack manager 'unforgivable', says Gary Lineker

Leicester's decision to sack boss Claudio Ranieri nine months after he won the Premier League title is "unforgivable", says Gary Lineker.

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Leicester sack Ranieri nine months after title win

Manager Claudio Ranieri is sacked by Leicester City, nine months after leading them to the Premier League title.

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Tim Sherwood: Swindon director of football gets two-game stadium ban

Swindon director of football Tim Sherwood will serve a two-match stadium ban after admitting he abused a match official.

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Slavisa Jokanovic: Fulham boss signs new deal until 2019

Fulham manager Slavisa Jokanovic signs a new contract until the summer of 2019 with the Championship club.

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Wayne Rooney: Manchester United striker 'staying' after links with China

Wayne Rooney is staying at Manchester United, the striker announces in a statement.

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Juan Mata's hipster guide to Manchester

Manchester United's Spanish midfielder Juan Mata gives his personal guide to Manchester, including his favourite hangouts.

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FA People's Cup 2017: How you can help us make this year's tournament the best yet!

The FA People's Cup is back with more than 6,000 teams battling it out in round one out this weekend - help us make it the best one yet.

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Antonio Conte: Chelsea boss meets England rugby union coach Eddie Jones

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte visits England rugby union boss Eddie Jones to "gain inspiration and tactical ideas".

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Antonio Conte meets Eddie Jones & England rugby team at training

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte and his coaching staff compare training methods with Eddie Jones and the England rugby team at their practice centre.

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Norwich City v Ipswich Town: Mick McCarthy 'surprised' by derby hatred

Ipswich's Mick McCarthy says he has been taken aback by the hatred between his side and rivals Norwich City.

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Crystal Palace: Has the Sam Allardyce effect deserted Palace?

Sam Allardyce has traditionally made an instant impact at clubs - so why is it not happening at Crystal Palace?

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Football Focus: Martin Kemp fears Spurs could topple his beloved Gunners

Lifelong Arsenal fan Martin Kemp fears that his beloved team could finish below local rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League this year.

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Scottish Cup highlights: Hibernian 3-1 Hearts

Holders Hibernian beat Edinburgh rivals Hearts in a replay to set up a home Scottish Cup quarter-final with Ayr United.

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Hibs fans sing anthem Sunshine on Leith after derby win over Hearts

The Hibs fans celebrate a Scottish Cup win over rivals Hearts with a rendition of the Proclaimers' Sunshine on Leith.

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Alan Shearer: Ex-England captain to present documentary on football and dementia

Former England captain Alan Shearer will present a BBC One documentary this summer on scientific research linking football and dementia.

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Sevilla 2-1 Leicester: Ranieri says Jamie Vardy goal will give Foxes confidence

Leicester manager Claudio Ranieri says Jamie Vardy's goal in their 2-1 defeat at Sevilla in the first leg last-16 of the Uefa Champions League could spark a recovery in their form.

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When legends take their leave: Try our quiz on famous departures

With Wayne Rooney linked with a move to China, have a go at our quiz and see how other club legends left when their time was up.

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Santi Cazorla: Injured Arsenal midfielder out for rest of season

Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla will miss the rest of the season with an ankle injury, despite having surgery in December.

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Manchester United overtake Bayern Munich as China's most popular team online

Manchester United replace Bayern Munich as the most popular team online in China, according to an new report.

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Sevilla 2-1 Leicester: Can Jamie Vardy's goal spark a revival?

Leicester's Jamie Vardy ends a 758-minute goal-drought to give Leicester a vital away goal in their Champions League last-16 match at Sevilla.

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Champions League: Leicester City showed big heart, says Claudio Ranieri

Leicester boss Claudio Ranieri praises his side's "big heart" after scoring an away goal in their Champions League last 16 tie at Sevilla.

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LA Galaxy: MLS franchise will host London and Manchester scouting events

Major League Soccer franchise LA Galaxy will host open trials in London and Manchester where players could earn a professional contract.

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Rooney should stay at Man Utd - Phil Neville

Wayne Rooney should stay at Manchester United and work to reclaim his place, says former team-mate Phil Neville.

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Dean Brett: Cowdenbeath defender banned over 'offensive tweets'

Cowdenbeath's Dean Brett will serve a four-match ban after being found in breach of SFA disciplinary rules on social media.

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EFL Cup final: Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Michael Carrick doubts, says Jose Mourinho

Manchester United's Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Michael Carrick are likely to miss Sunday's EFL Cup final against Southampton, says United boss Jose Mourinho.

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Valencia 2-1 Real Madrid

Leaders Real Madrid suffer just their second La Liga loss of the season after a shock defeat against Valencia.

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African nations want 10 places at expanded World Cup

Africa will be looking to double the number of places it has at an expanded World Cup from 2026.

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Uefa should have second tier for smaller nations - Jersey FA

The Jersey FA suggest Uefa should create a second tier for "smaller" national football teams, which Jersey could play in.

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Tottenham v KAA Gent: Mauricio Pochettino says Spurs failings take 50 seconds to spot

Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino says he can tell within 50 seconds if his side are set up correctly as he hunts for the club's first trophy in nine years.

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Interim Rangers boss undecided on future

Graeme Murty says his spell as interim Rangers manager is teaching him whether he has the "temperament" to be a first-team boss.

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Adam Lallana: Liverpool midfielder extends contract until 2020

Liverpool midfielder Adam Lallana extends his contract with the club until 2020, with the option of a further year.

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Fir Park to host Scottish Challenge Cup final

Motherwell's Fir Park will host the Irn-Bru Scottish Challenge Cup final on Saturday 25 March.

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Football betting: 53 reports received by Gambling Commission is 'tip of iceberg'

Figures showing that 53 footballers have been reported over potential betting offences are the "tip of the iceberg", says a sport integrity expert.

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George Williams: MK Dons full-back beats odds to make most of second chance

Only 1% of apprentices released by clubs go on to have a career in professional football, here's how full-back George Williams did it.

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FA Cup: Chelsea v Man Utd and Tottenham v Millwall live on BBC One

The FA Cup quarter-finals between Chelsea and Manchester United and Tottenham and Millwall will be broadcast live on BBC One.

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Eric Cantona fans demand Bournemouth event refunds

Although many praised the former footballer, the event was branded a "disgrace".

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Tottenham Hotspur v KAA Gent (Thur)

Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's Europa League game between Tottenham Hotspur and KAA Gent.

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Jack Tuohy sex abuse trial: Schoolgirl 'told footballer she was 14'

The girl said she "told a little lie" to appear older on social media, but insists he knew her real age.

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The Premier League Show: Juan Mata fancies role as presenter

Manchester United's Juan Mata tells Gary Lineker he would love to take over as the presenter of Match of the Day when he retires from playing football.

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FC Porto v Juventus: Iker Casillas to renew rivalry with Gianluigi Buffon

BBC Sport takes a look at two of the greatest goalkeepers of their generation as FC Porto's Iker Casillas and Juventus' Gianluigi Buffon meet in their Champions League last-16 first leg.

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Asian Champions League: Eastern thrashed in first appearance at competition

Eastern, coached by Chan Yuen-ting, suffer a 7-0 thrashing in the Asian Champions League in their first outing at the competition.

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Rooney unlikely to leave for China this month

Manchester United and England captain Wayne Rooney is unlikely to leave Old Trafford for the Chinese Super League this month.

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Man City defence not good enough to win Champions League - Chris Waddle

Man City were brilliant going forward against Monaco but their defence is not good enough to conquer Europe, says BBC Radio 5 live pundit Chris Waddle.

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Allen leaves Eastleigh after 12 games as manager

Eastleigh are set to part company with manager Martin Allen after just 12 games in charge, BBC Solent understands.

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Tony Mowbray: Blackburn Rovers appoint Owen Coyle replacement

Championship strugglers Blackburn Rovers appoint Tony Mowbray as their new head coach, replacing Owen Coyle.

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Liverpool plan £50m training-ground move

The Reds are proposing to sell Melwood and transform its Kirkby facility.

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FA People's Cup: Gareth Southgate's top tips for five-a-side football

England manager Gareth Southgate gives his top tips for five-a-side football, before the first round of the 2017 FA People's Cup.

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Manchester City 5-3 Monaco: Pep Guardiola says French side capable of comeback

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola believes Monaco are capable of a comeback despite his side winning 5-3 in the first leg of the Champions League last-16 tie.

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Bristol City v Fulham

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Championship game between Bristol City and Fulham.

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Hibernian v Heart of Midlothian

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Scottish Cup game between Hibernian and Heart of Midlothian.

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Man City 5-3 Monaco: InSane - social media reacts to last-16 thriller

Social media reacts to Manchester City's epic 5-3 win over Monaco in the Champions League last-16 tie

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City must score or be eliminated - Guardiola

Man City "will be eliminated" if they don't score at Monaco in their Champions League last-16 second leg, says manager Pep Guardiola.

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Pie-eating Sutton keeper Wayne Shaw's resignation 'a nightmare' says Paul Doswell

Sutton United manager Paul Doswell says the resignation of keeper Wayne Shaw has taken the gloss their FA Cup heroics.

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Huddersfield boost top-two hopes with win over Reading

Huddersfield move to within four points of the automatic promotion spots thanks to Philip Billing's winner against Reading.

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Wayne Rooney not guaranteed to stay at Manchester United, says Jose Mourinho

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho has not ruled out captain Wayne Rooney leaving the club this month.

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Sevilla v Leicester: Claudio Ranieri thinks Champions League tie could turn season around

Leicester boss Claudio Ranieri says Wednesday's Champions League knockout game at Sevilla could be a turning point for the Foxes.

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First 21st century-born player in EFL signs Bury deal

Callum Styles, the first Football League player born in the 21st century, signs a professional contract with Bury.

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Neil Warnock: Progress made in talks over Cardiff manager's future

Talks over manager Neil Warnock's future at Cardiff City are progressing, according to club sources.

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Ryan Giggs: 'Too many foreign managers in British football'

Ryan Giggs says there are too many foreign coaches in the Premier League, with British managers not given a chance.

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Accrington-Cambridge game washed out

Tuesday's League Two game between Accrington Stanley and Cambridge United is postponed because of a waterlogged pitch.

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Carlo Ancelotti: Bayern Munich boss not punished for middle finger gesture

Carlo Ancelotti escapes punishment for a middle finger gesture, but apologises with a donation to charity.

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FC Porto v Juventus (Wed)

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Champions League game between FC Porto and Juventus.

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Rooney to miss Man Utd Saint-Etienne trip

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Europa League game between Saint-Étienne and Manchester United.

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Brit award nominees Blossoms pick their fantasy football band

Brit award nominees Blossoms pick which footballers they'd like to see in their fantasy football band.

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Europa League: Wayne Rooney misses Saint-Etienne v Man Utd

Striker Wayne Rooney has been left out of Manchester United's squad for Wednesday's Europa League last-32 second-leg tie against Saint-Etienne.

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Sutton keeper Shaw resigns after pie eating prompts FA probe

Sutton accept the resignation of reserve goalkeeper Wayne Shaw, who is under investigation for potentially breaching betting rules.

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Owen Coyle: Blackburn boss leaves club by mutual consent

Blackburn Rovers manager Owen Coyle leaves the Championship side by mutual consent with the club in relegation trouble.

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Sutton goalkeeper denies eating pie was betting scam

Sutton goalkeeper insists he ate a pasty because he was hungry rather than for a bet.

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FA People's Cup: How Jan rekindled her football dreams

Jan Milner's dreams of playing football were rekindled by playing walking football and now she's got her own team - Retro Rovers.

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Record-breakers and one-hit wonders: Test yourself with our Champions League quiz

Are you destined for continental glory? Or to be a last-16 footnote? Take our Champions League quiz and find out.

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Man City v Huddersfield replay will be live on BBC

The FA Cup fifth-round replay between Manchester City and Huddersfield on Wednesday, 1 March will be shown live on BBC One.

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Sutton keeper's on-camera pie eating under investigation

The Gambling Commission is investigating whether there was a breach of betting regulations during Arsenal's FA Cup win over Sutton on Monday.

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Stoney returns to England squad for SheBelieves Cup

Liverpool defender Casey Stoney recovers from injury and is recalled to the England squad for the SheBelieves Cup in the United States.

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Sutton players 'will go down in history' despite defeat

Sutton's players will "go down in history" despite missing out on a place in the FA Cup quarter-finals, says manager Paul Doswell.

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FA Cup: Sutton United 0-2 Arsenal highlights

Arsenal reach the FA Cup quarter-finals as goals from Lucas Perez and Theo Walcott end non-league Sutton United's run in the competition.

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FA Cup: Theo Walcott scores 100th Arsenal goal

Theo Walcott scores his 100th goal for Arsenal as he doubles the Gunners' lead in their FA Cup fifth-round tie against non-league Sutton United at Gander Green Lane.

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Gareth Bale can be considered Wales' greatest footballer, says Ryan Giggs

Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale ranks alongside John Charles and Ian Rush as the best players to hail from Wales says former national team captain Ryan Giggs.

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Gareth Bale: Ryan Giggs cannot see Wales forward leaving Real Madrid

Ryan Giggs does not believe fellow Welshman Gareth Bale will leave Real Madrid to return to the Premier League in the near future.

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FA Cup: Lucas Perez puts Arsenal ahead against non-league Sutton

Lucas Perez gives Arsenal the lead in their FA Cup fifth-round tie against non-league Sutton United at Gander Green Lane.

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Oblak could return for Atleti at Leverkusen

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Champions League game between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Atletico Madrid.

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Rhys Healey: Cardiff City striker set for nine month lay-off with knee injury

Cardiff City striker Rhys Healey is out for nine months after surgery for torn anterior cruciate and medial collateral ligaments.

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Monaco v Manchester City: Pep Guardiola fears French club's 'killer' strikers

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola fears Monaco's "killer" strikers Radamel Falcao and Valere Germain when the two sides meet in Tuesday's Champions League tie.

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Racist Serb fans torment Brazilian footballer Everton Luiz

A Partizan Belgrade midfielder weeps after sustained racist abuse by rival Serb fans.

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Neymar and Barca face trial on corruption charge

Barcelona forward Neymar and his club will stand trial on corruption charges over his transfer from Brazilian club Santos.

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Critics will 'kill' Man City if we lose - Guardiola

Pep Guardiola says Man City's critics will "kill them" if they exit the Champions League but wants his players to embrace the pressure.

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Mark Clattenburg: Referee on Premier League duty despite Saudi announcement

Mark Clattenburg will referee a Premier League game this weekend, despite agreeing to become head of referees in Saudi Arabia.

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Bristol Rovers chairman calls for Port Vale inquiry

Bristol Rovers chairman Steve Hamer wants an inquiry having been "just appalled" by the violence.

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Kompany still missing as Man City host Monaco

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Champions League game between Manchester City and Monaco.

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Wales want Robert Page as their new Under-21 manager

Robert Page is the Football Association of Wales' first choice to be the new manager of the Under-21 and intermediate age group teams.

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Cowdenbeath suspend player who bet on his side to lose

Cowdenbeath suspend Dean Brett for gambling on games - including betting on his own team to lose matches in which he played.

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Derby fan Ed Wood breaks world record time for visiting every league ground

Derby County fan Ed Wood breaks the Guinness World Record of visiting all English Football League stadiums in just 189 days.

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Ancelotti questioned on middle finger gesture

Carlo Ancelotti is asked by the German FA to explain the middle finger gesture he made towards Hertha Berlin fans on Saturday.

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Luis Enrique: Barcelona plan talks over manager's future in April

Barcelona have "no plan B" to Luis Enrique and will hold talks over the manager's future in April, the club's president says.

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FA Cup level shows we can survive - Coyle

Manager Owen Coyle believes Blackburn can use their performance in the FA Cup defeat by Manchester United as inspiration.

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Leicester City: Club complains to FA over 'abuse' at Millwall

Leicester complain to the FA over "abuse, provocation and intimidation" they say their fans suffered at Millwall.

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Women's FA Cup: Arsenal Ladies to host Tottenham in fifth round

Holders Arsenal Ladies are to host Tottenham in the fifth round of the Women's FA Cup, while Liverpool host Everton.

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Paul McCarthy: Former Brighton, Wycombe & Oxford Utd defender dies

Former Brighton, Wycombe Wanderers and Oxford United defender Paul McCarthy dies at the age of 45.

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Match preview: Newcastle v Aston Villa

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Championship game between Newcastle United and Aston Villa.

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Sutton United v Arsenal - team news & stats

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's FA Cup game between Sutton United and Arsenal.

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Highlights: Dundee 2-1 Rangers

Dundee record their first home league win over Rangers since 1992 and move into the Premiership's top six. (UK only)

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Highlights: Kilmarnock 1-2 Aberdeen, Scottish Premiership

Aberdeen come from behind to beat Kilmarnock and open up a six-point gap over third-placed Rangers (UK only).

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PSG held to goalless draw by Toulouse

Paris St-Germain fail to replicate their midweek display against Barcelona as they are held at home by Toulouse in Ligue 1.

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Messi strikes late penalty to give Barcelona win

Lionel Messi's late penalty sees off the challenge of Leganes and spares Barcelona from a second successive embarrassing result.

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Jose Mourinho: Chelsea already Premier League champions, says Man Utd manager

Chelsea are free to focus on the FA Cup as they are certain to win the Premier League, Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho says.

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FA Cup: Blackburn were brilliant and brave - Jose Mourinho

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says his side had to work hard to beat "brave" Championship strugglers Blackburn 2-1 in the FA Cup fifth round.

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Highlights: Hearts 1-1 Inverness CT, Scottish Premiership

Hearts are held to a draw by Scottish Premiership bottom side Inverness Caledonian Thistle (UK only).

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Highlights: Ross County 1-2 St Johnstone, Scottish Premiership

St Johnstone beat Ross County to close the gap on fourth-placed Hearts in the Scottish Premiership (UK only).

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FA Cup: Blackburn Rovers 1-2 Manchester United highlights

Zlatan Ibrahimovic scores a late winner as holders Manchester United booked their place in the FA Cup quarter-finals with a 2-1 victory over Championship side Blackburn Rovers at Ewood Park.

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Kelly Smith: Arsenal pay tribute to retiring ex-England forward

England stars past and present pay tribute to Kelly Smith in a match celebrating the retiring Arsenal legend's career.

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Ibrahimovic puts Man Utd into quarter-finals

Zlatan Ibrahimovic comes off the bench to score the winner as Manchester United are made to work hard to beat Blackburn in the FA Cup fifth round.

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St Mirren beat TNS to reach Scottish Challenge Cup final

St Mirren come from behind to beat Welsh side The New Saints and secure a Scottish Challenge Cup final with Dundee United.

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Highlights: Celtic 2-0 Motherwell, Scottish Premiership

Celtic secure a 20th consecutive Scottish Premiership win as Motherwell sustain a third straight defeat (UK only).

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FA Cup: Zlatan Ibrahimovic slots home late Man Utd goal at Blackburn

Zlatan Ibrahimovic latches on to Paul Pogba's pass to slot Manchester United in front late on in their FA Cup fifth-round tie at Blackburn Rovers.

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Serie A: Pescara, Napoli, Inter Milan, Sampdoria, Udinese

New coach Zdenek Zeman leads Pescara to their first win since August - a stunning 5-0 victory over Genoa.

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Dundee earn first home league over Rangers in 25 years

Mark O'Hara and Kevin Holt grab the goals as Dundee earn their first home league win over Rangers since 1992.

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FA Cup: Marcus Rashford equalises for Manchester United with cool finish

Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford slots home past goalkeeper Jason Steele to cancel out Danny Graham's opener in their FA Cup fifth-round tie against Blackburn Rovers at Ewood Park.

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FA Cup: Harry Kane revels in 'great game' after hat-trick for Spurs

Tottenham's hat-trick hero Harry Kane describes his side's 3-0 FA Cup fifth-round win over Fulham as a "great game" and says Spurs could have scored even more.

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FA Cup: Fulham 0-3 Tottenham Hotspur highlights

Harry Kane scores a hat-trick as Tottenham reach the FA Cup quarter-finals with a comfortable 3-0 win over Championship side Fulham.

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Kane hat-trick sees Spurs into last eight

Harry Kane scores a hat-trick as Tottenham reach the FA Cup quarter-finals with a comfortable win at Championship side Fulham.

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FA Cup: Harry Kane completes hat-trick for Tottenham at Fulham

Tottenham striker Harry Kane rifles home to seal his hat-trick in the FA Cup fifth round tie against Fulham at Craven Cottage.

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Aberdeen come back late to beat Kilmarnock

Late goals from substitutes Jayden Stockley and Peter Pawlett see Aberdeen come from behind to snatch victory at Kilmarnock.

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FA Cup: Harry Kane fires Tottenham ahead against Fulham

Harry Kane guides home a Christian Eriksen cross to give Tottenham an early lead against Fulham in the FA Cup fifth round tie at Craven Cottage.

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Carlo Ancelotti: Bayern Munich boss admits middle finger gesture at fans

Bayern Munich boss Carlo Ancelotti admits gesturing towards Hertha Berlin fans following the 1-1 draw between the two sides.

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Marcelo Bielsa to manage Lille in 2017-18 season

Former Argentina boss Marcelo Bielsa will be Lille's new manager for the 2017-18 season.

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Lincoln City: How Imps became FA Cup legends

BBC Sport takes a look at how non-league side Lincoln City became FA Cup legends after beating Premier League side Burnley 1-0 in the fifth round.

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Balotelli sent off again in Nice win

Mario Balotelli is sent off for the third time this season as Nice win 1-0 at Lorient to close in Ligue 1 leaders Monaco.

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FA Cup quarter-final draw: Lincoln City and Millwall among sides already through

The draw for the FA Cup quarter-finals will take place on Sunday, with Lincoln City and Millwall among the teams already through.

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Gianfranco Zola: Birmingham City manager expects talks with Chinese owners

Birmingham City boss Gianfranco Zola awaits talks with Blues' owners after their worst defeat since he took charge.

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Grimsby misery & managerial milestones - what you might have missed

Another miserable trip to Grimsby and managerial milestones are among five things you may have missed in the EFL on Saturday.

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FA Cup: Best fifth-round goals include Gestede volley & Oxford's cheeky free-kick

Watch the best of the goals from Saturdy's FA Cup action, including a Rudy Gestede volley for Middlesbrough and a cheeky free-kick from Oxford United's Chris Maguire.

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FA Cup: Wolverhampton Wanderers 0-2 Chelsea highlights

Premier League leaders Chelsea reach the quarter-finals of the FA Cup with a 2-0 victory over Wolves in an entertaining tie at Molineux.

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Claudio Ranieri: Leicester City manager calls for 'soldiers and gladiators'

Leicester City need "soldiers and gladiators" to save their season after their FA Cup exit, says manager Claudio Ranieri.

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Chelsea beat Wolves to reach quarter-finals

Premier League leaders Chelsea reach the quarter-finals of the FA Cup with victory over Wolves in an entertaining tie at Molineux.

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FA Cup: Pedro gives Chelsea the lead against Wolves

Pedro heads home from close range to put Chelsea 1-0 against Wolverhampton Wanderers in their FA Cup fifth-round tie at Molineux.

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Vincent Kompany: Man City boss Pep Guardiola plays down concerns

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola plays down any major concerns after defender Vincent Kompany suffered another injury setback.

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Lincoln 'miracles' & Lions stun Foxes - FA Cup fifth round so far

Non-league side Lincoln achieve a 'football miracle' by reaching the FA Cup quarter-finals, while Millwall knock out Leicester.

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FA Cup: Millwall's Neil Harris inspired by Lincoln victory

Millwall manager Neil Harris says his side took "inspiration" from Lincoln City's historic 1-0 win over Burnley, to achieve an FA Cup shock of their own by beating Leicester City.

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Leaders Bayern Munich escape defeat at Hertha Berlin

Robert Lewandowski equalises in the sixth minute of stoppage time as Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich escape defeat at Hertha Berlin.

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Celtic restore 27-point lead with win over Motherwell

Celtic restore a 27-point advantage at the top of the Scottish Premiership with victory over Motherwell.

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FA Cup: Millwall 1-0 Leicester City highlights

10-man Millwall secure a stunning upset with a last-minute winner to beat Premier League champions Leicester City and reach the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.

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Brighton top Championship after win at Barnsley

Sam Baldock's two goals send Brighton back to the top of the Championship as they beat Barnsley at Oakwell.

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FA Cup: Middlesbrough 3-2 Oxford United highlights

Middlesbrough scrape into the FA Cup quarter-finals after fending off a second-half comeback from League One Oxford United at the Riverside.

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FA Cup: Shaun Cummings scores late winner for Millwall against Leicester

Late drama as Shaun Cummings puts 10-man Millwall ahead in the last minute against Leicester City in their FA Cup fifth-round tie.

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FA Cup: Huddersfield Town 0-0 Manchester City highlights

Manchester City are held to an entertaining goalless FA Cup fifth-round draw against Championship club Huddersfield at John Smith's Stadium.

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Ten-man Millwall knock out Leicester in last minute

Ten-man Millwall secure a stunning upset with a last-minute winner to beat Premier League champions Leicester City and reach the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.

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Huddersfield take Man City to replay

Manchester City are held to an entertaining goalless FA Cup fifth round draw against Championship club Huddersfield.

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Middlesbrough survive scare to see off Oxford

Middlesbrough scrape into the FA Cup quarter-finals with a late winner against League One Oxford United.

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Kane's late strike gives St Johnstone victory

Chris Kane's stunning late strike earns victory for St Johnstone over Ross County in Dingwall.

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Burnley 0-1 Lincoln: Thank God for goal-line technology! - Cowley

Lincoln City manager Danny Cowley says his team have goal-line technology to thank for the Imps' historic victory over Premier League Burnley in the FA Cup fifth round.

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Bournemouth's Arter celebrates birth of daughter

The midfielder has been inundated with messages of congratulations on social media following the birth.

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FA Cup: Burnley 0-1 Lincoln City highlights

Lincoln become the first non-league side in 103 years to reach the FA Cup quarter-finals with a dramatic last-minute win over Premier League Burnley at Turf Moor.

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Non-league Lincoln stun Burnley to reach quarter-finals

Lincoln become the first non-league side in more than a century to reach the FA Cup quarter-finals with a dramatic last-minute win over Burnley.

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FA Cup: Sean Raggett heads Lincoln ahead against Burnley

Sean Raggett heads Lincoln City ahead in the 89th minute against Burnley in the FA Cup fifth round at Turf Moor.

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Jose Mourinho: Manchester United boss learned from 'throwing away' FA Cup games

Jose Mourinho says he "threw away" FA Cup games in the past but will not make the same mistake against Blackburn in the fifth round.

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Leaders Monaco come back to draw at Bastia

Monaco move four points clear at the top of Ligue 1 after coming from behind to earn a point against Bastia.

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Dybala double sees off old club Palermo

Juventus striker Paulo Dybala scores twice against his former club Palermo in a comfortable win for the champions.

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Sutton v Arsenal: Clem tours the Gunners' dressing room

Mark Clemmit is shown around the away dressing room at Sutton United by manager Paul Doswell, which Premier League side Arsenal will be using during their FA Cup fifth-round match on Monday.

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Harry Redknapp: Tottenham to win title within four years, says former Spurs boss

Tottenham Hotspur can win the Premier League in the next "three of four years", says former manager Harry Redknapp.

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Orient captain banned for six games for shoving ball boy

Leyton Orient captain Liam Kelly is banned for six games by the FA for pushing over a ball boy in Tuesday's win at Plymouth.

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Richard Osman's Fulham - fake news or facts?

Lifelong Fulham fan Richard Osman reveals a number of fascinating facts about his beloved club, but are they truthful or 'fake news'?

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FA Cup: Mark Wright on West Ham's 1994 heartbreak for No Guts, No Glory campaign

TV personality Mark Wright remembers his beloved West Ham suffering FA Cup heartbreak in the 1993-94 campaign when they lost 3-2 against Luton in a sixth-round replay, as part of BBC Sport's No Guts, No Glory campaign.

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Huddersfield: Michael Hefele & Elias Kachunga show off their chants

Huddersfield players Michael Hefele and Elias Kachunga discuss their individual songs chanted by Terriers fans ahead of their FA Cup fifth-round match against Manchester City this weekend.

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Bournemouth charged for breach of FA anti-doping rules

Bournemouth are charged for breaching the Football Association's rules on anti-doping.

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Man City cult hero Goater becomes manager at non-league side

Former Manchester City striker Shaun Goater is appointed manager of seventh-tier side Ilkeston FC.

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Gabriel Jesus: Manchester City forward 'may be out for season'

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says forward Gabriel Jesus may not play again this season after breaking a metatarsal bone in his foot.

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Champions League: Barcelona have not given up, says Luis Suarez

Barcelona have not given up on reaching the Champions League quarter-finals, says striker Luis Suarez.

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FA Cup team news and previews

Get all the latest team news for the FA Cup fifth round this weekend.

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Uefa opens disciplinary proceedings over Saint-Etienne fans' behaviour

Uefa opens disciplinary proceedings over Saint-Etienne fans' behaviour in the defeat by Manchester United at Old Trafford

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Michael Appleton: Oxford manager talks difficulties faced by British coaches

Oxford manager Michael Appleton tells Trevor Sinclair that it is becoming more difficult for British managers to work in the Premier League due to the 'myth' that foreign coaches are superior.

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FA Cup 2017: Blackburn v Manchester United - Ryan Nyambe

Blackburn Rovers Ryan Nyambe's talks about his football "dream come true" to play against the team he supports, Manchester United, in the fifth round of the FA Cup on Sunday.

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Gareth Bale: Real Madrid and Wales forward set to return from ankle injury

Gareth Bale is set to play for the first time since November after being passed fit for Real Madrid's match on Saturday.

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Neil Warnock: Cardiff City boss keen to stay for promotion bid

Cardiff City manager Neil Warnock says he is keen to stay with the club and mount a promotion challenge next season.

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FA Cup: Lincoln City aim to 'achieve the impossible' against Burnley

National League leaders Lincoln City aim to "achieve the impossible" against Burnley in the FA Cup fifth round.

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Graham Taylor statue planned by Watford FC

Former club plans a statue and tribute match to its "greatest ever manager".

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Arsene Wenger: Arsenal manager will decide on future in March or April

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says he will decide on his future at the club in March or April, but will definitely be managing next season whether it is at the Gunners or not.

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Wolves v Chelsea: Dave Edwards keen to shock Premier League leaders again

Dave Edwards, part of the Wolves team which beat Chelsea in 2011, wants to shock the Premier League leaders again in the FA Cup.

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I will manage next season, at Arsenal or elsewhere - Wenger

Arsene Wenger says he will definitely be managing next season, whether that is at Arsenal "or somewhere else".

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Jose Mourinho: Man Utd players weren't focused in warm-up

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho says he could tell his players were not focused or motivated in the dressing room.

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21 years & out? The big questions facing Arsenal & Wenger

BBC Sport's David Ornstein assesses the key questions facing Arsenal and Arsene Wenger as they decide on their longest-serving boss' future this summer.

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Dzeko hits three as Roma thrash Villarreal

Edin Dzeko hits a hat-trick for Roma as they thrash Villarreal in the first leg of their Europa League last-32 tie.

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FA Cup fifth round: Sutton v Arsenal & Fulham v Tottenham live on the BBC

Everything you need to know about the FA Cup fifth round on the BBC

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Martin Caceres: Southampton sign ex-Juventus defender

Southampton sign former Juventus and Barcelona defender Martin Caceres until the end of the season.

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Ozil 'thinks he is being made scapegoat' for Arsenal problems

Forward Mesut Ozil believes he is being made the scapegoat for Arsenal's problems, according to his agent.

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Stokes must pay Elvis impersonator £200,000

Republic of Ireland international Anthony Stokes has been ordered to pay an Elvis impersonator 230,000 euros for headbutting him in a nightclub.

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FA Cup: Sutton boss Doswell wins battle to scout Arsenal and not watch Eastenders

Sutton United manager Paul Doswell jokes with the media that he flew to Munich to watch Arsenal in the Champions League before admitting he had to persuade his wife not to watch Eastenders.

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Carli Lloyd: Steph Houghton says US star can help Man City's young stars

England and Manchester City captain Steph Houghton believes Carli Lloyd can help their young English players to develop.

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Championship clubs agree "in principle" to use goalline technology

Championship clubs agree "in principle" to use goalline technology from the start of next season.

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Leyton Orient player charged for alleged shove on ball boy

The Football Association charges Leyton Orient's Liam Kelly with violent conduct for an alleged shove on a ball boy.

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Massimo Cellino: Start of Leeds United chairman's ban delayed

Leeds chairman Massimo Cellino's one-year ban is delayed until his appeal against the ruling is heard.

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Swindon's Sherwood receives FA charge

Swindon director of football Tim Sherwood is charged by the Football Association for allegedly abusing an official.

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Man City fined £35,000 over anti-doping breach

Manchester City fined £35,000 after admitting a breach of the Football Association's anti-doping rules.

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Argentine player chases and fights steward after cup defeat

A steward appears to spit at a player before being chased and then tackled by his team-mates after an Argentina Cup match between Central Norte and Talleres de Perico.

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Hope Akpan and Blackburn Rovers charged by Football Association

The Football Association charges Blackburn midfielder Hope Akpan after he was sent off for pushing referee Scott Duncan.

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Celtic boss Rodgers saddened to see Warburton exit Rangers

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers was disappointed to see Mark Warburton and his staff leave Rangers.

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Furious Motherwell manager Mark McGhee is sent to the Pittodrie stand

Motherwell boss Mark McGhee is unhappy at being sent to the stand as his team suffer a 7-2 drubbing at Aberdeen.

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Hull City fined £20,000 by FA for failing to control their players

Hull fined £20,000 by the Football Association after admitting a misconduct charge for failing to control their players in the Premier League game against Arsenal.

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Ref Clattenburg to quit Premier League for Saudi job

Mark Clattenburg, who took charge of the Euro 2016 final, is set to leave his job as a Premier League referee to work in Saudi Arabia.

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Football Association announces record turnover for 2015-16

English football's governing body says it can invest "more money than ever" into the grassroots game after record turnover in 2015-16.

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Burnley: Elderly mascots to walk out with players for FA Cup game against Lincoln

Burnley replace their younger mascots with elderly fans for Saturday's FA Cup fifth round match against Lincoln City at Turf Moor.

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Hitting the reset button - where now for Rangers?

It is not only a new manager Rangers require, with the Ibrox club embarking on an organisational re-think, says Richard Wilson.

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Infantino 'not concerned' about hooligans at 2018 World Cup

Fifa president Gianni Infantino says he is "not at all concerned" about the threat of hooliganism at next year's World Cup in Russia.

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Giggs & Neville's £200m redevelopment plan 'threatens Manchester'

Historic England says it is "deeply concerned" about the ex-footballers' redevelopment plans for Manchester.

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Arsene Wenger: Decision on Arsenal manager's future at end of season

A decision on the future of Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger will be made at the end of the season.

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Uefa to launch study into link between playing football and dementia

Uefa commissions a research project that will examine the links between dementia and playing football.

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The secret world of Russia's football hooligans

In rare interviews, the Orel Butchers speak about their lives as Russian football hooligans.

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Bayern Munich 5-1 Arsenal... in memes

Relive Arsenal's 5-1 Champions League hammering at Bayern Munich - through the eyes of social media.

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Blackburn v Man Utd in FA Cup: Remember when Rovers ruled football?

Before Blackburn host Man Utd in the FA Cup, we go back to the mid-1990s when Jack Walker, Kenny Dalglish and Alan Shearer took Rovers to the top at United's expense.

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Bayern Munich 5-1 Arsenal: Wenger on Gunners 'nightmare'

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger describes the Champions League last 16 first-leg hammering at Bayern Munich as a "nightmare" and admits his side "had no response".

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Highlights: Aberdeen 7-2 Motherwell, Scottish Premiership

Aberdeen move three points clear of third-placed Rangers with a rout against Motherwell (UK only).

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'Outclassed, spineless, embarrassing' - is Wenger's time up?

'Outclassed', 'spineless', 'embarrassing' - how the world reacted to Arsenal's 5-1 defeat at Bayern Munich in the Champions League.

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Arsene Wenger: Arsenal 'mentally collapsed' against Bayern Munich

Arsenal "mentally collapsed" in their Champions League hammering at Bayern Munich, says manager Arsene Wenger.

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Kevin Nugent: Barnet appoint Charlton coach as manager

Barnet appoint Charlton coach Kevin Nugent as their new manager, replacing interim duo Rossi Eames and Henry Newman.

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Rooney hat-trick as Aberdeen smash seven past Motherwell

Adam Rooney hits a hat-trick as Aberdeen cruise three points clear of third-placed Rangers by mauling a woeful Motherwell side.

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How Lloyd drew up a 12-year plan to become the world's best - and succeeded

How new signing Carli Lloyd brings single-mindedness, determination and a quest for perfection to Manchester City.

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Ben Turner: Burton Albion defender charged by FA for alleged racial abuse

Burton's Ben Turner faces a five-game ban after being charged by the FA for alleged abuse, in racial terms, of a Brentford player.

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Preview: Gent v Tottenham Hotspur

Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's Europa League game between Gent and Tottenham Hotspur.

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Preview: Manchester United v Saint-Etienne

Manchester United will be without Wayne Rooney and Michael Carrick for Thursday's Europa League tie with Saint-Etienne.

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BBC to show Aberdeen v Partick Thistle cup tie

BBC Scotland will broadcast live television coverage of Aberdeen's Scottish Cup quarter-final against Partick Thistle on 5 March.

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Eduardo Li & Brayan Jimenez: Fifa begins proceedings over corruption charges

Fifa begins proceedings against Eduardo Li and Brayan Jimenez, with lifelong bans from any football-related activity recommended.

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Juan Manuel Insaurralde and Jonathan Silva of Boca Juniors fight at training

Watch Boca Juniors players Juan Manuel Insaurralde and Jonathan Silva fight each other in training, resulting in them both being sent home.

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Man City Women sign Player of the Year Lloyd

World Cup winner and Fifa World Player of the Year Carli Lloyd signs for Manchester City Women on a short-term deal.

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Carli Lloyd: Manchester City Women sign USA captain for WSL Spring Series

BBC Sport takes a look at the two-time reigning Fifa World Player of the Year Carli Lloyd's career following her arrival at Manchester City Women.

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Carli Lloyd: USA star relishes 'unique opportunity' at Manchester City Women

World Cup-winner Carli Lloyd says she is looking forward to the "unique opportunity" in working with some of the world's best players after having signed for Manchester City Women for the WSL Spring Series.

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Manchester City Women: Carli Lloyd's amazing halfway line goal

Watch Manchester City Women's new signing Carli Lloyd score an amazing goal from the halfway line to complete her hat-trick in the 2015 Women's World Cup final.

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Lee Clark: Kilmarnock boss to quit to join Bury

Lee Clark leaves Kilmarnock to become boss at League One side Bury after they agree a compensation package for him.

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Jose Mourinho: Manchester United manager forecasts 'trouble 'ahead

Manchester United "will be in trouble" in April and May if they progress in the Europa League and the FA Cup, manager Jose Mourinho says.

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Rangers: Mark Warburton seeks answers on resignation announcement

Mark Warburton says Rangers have yet to answer "key questions" regarding his departure as manager.

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Liam Kelly: Plymouth Argyle report Leyton Orient captain for ball-boy 'shove'

Plymouth report Leyton Orient captain Liam Kelly to the Football Association, claiming he "shoved" a ball-boy.

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Antoine Griezmann: Atletico Madrid plays down links to Premier League transfer

Antoine Griezmann distances himself from a move to the Premier League by saying he is happy at Spanish club Atletico Madrid.

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Meet the mums taking on the FA People's Cup

A team of mums who formed after watching their daughters at football training are entering this year's FA People's Cup.

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Scottish Cup: Hat-trick of penalty shoot-out saves

Goalkeeper Remi Matthews saves all three of Dunfermline's penalties as Hamilton set up a Scottish Cup quarter-final visit to Rangers.

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FA Cup: How Liverpool and Everton were stunned by Oldham's Matt Smith

BBC Sport meets striker Matt Smith, who combined studying for a university degree whilst playing non-league football, before a move to League One Oldham saw him face Liverpool and Everton in the 2013 FA Cup.

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Jeff Astle's daughter says 'Dad's job killed him'

Jeff Astle's daughter on how his football career led to dementia

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Gyan found guilty of 'unethical hair' in UAE

Former Sunderland striker Asamoah Gyan is one of more than 40 players found guilty of having "unethical hair" in the United Arab Emirates.

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Football heading 'linked to brain damage'

A small scientific study suggests a link between head injuries and brain damage in ex-footballers.

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'Such results have ramifications' - what next for Barca and Enrique after PSG thrashing?

Barcelona's 4-0 thrashing by PSG leaves manager Luis Enrique's future increasingly uncertain, says Spanish football writer Andy West.

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Ospina to start for Arsenal against Bayern

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Champions League game between Bayern Munich and Arsenal.

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Barcelona boss Luis Enrique accepts blame for Champions League defeat at PSG

Barcelona boss Luis Enrique accepts the blame for the 4-0 defeat at PSG in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie.

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Akpan sent off for referee push as Blackburn lose

Blackburn midfielder Hope Akpan is sent off for pushing referee Scott Duncan as the visitors lose at Sheffield Wednesday.

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Shootout win earns Accies quarter-final against Rangers

Hamilton secure a Scottish Cup quarter-final against Rangers as Dunfermline fail to score during a penalty shoot-out.

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Newcastle score after 23 seconds - but draw with Norwich

Norwich City and Newcastle United play out a thrilling draw at Carrow Road after the Magpies had led after 23 seconds.

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Villa suffer fourth successive defeat

Aston Villa slip to a fourth Championship defeat in a row as Barnsley earn an eye-catching victory at Villa Park.

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Leicester among Laureus award winners

Sprinter Usain Bolt and gymnast Simone Biles claim the top accolades at the Laureus World Sports Awards in Monaco.

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Bayern Munich v Arsenal: Arsene Wenger backed to cope with criticism

Bayern Munich boss Carlo Ancelotti speaks of his "respect" for Arsene Wenger and backs the Arsenal boss to deal with recent criticism.

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Rangers aim to appoint director of football following Warburton exit

Rangers' managing director Stewart Robertson confirms the club will look to appoint a director of football.

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Hull City charged by the FA following controversial Arsenal match

Hull City are charged by the Football Association for failing to control their players during the 2-0 defeat at Arsenal.

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Ronaldo returns as Real face in-form Napoli

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Champions League game between Real Madrid and Napoli.

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McInnes 'focused on Aberdeen job' amid Rangers talk

Derek McInnes says he is only concerned with his job at Aberdeen and not Rangers' managerial vacancy.

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Sligo Rovers and Bray in next season's Scottish Challenge Cup

League of Ireland sides Sligo Rovers and Bray Wanderers will play in next season's Irn Bru Scottish Challenge Cup.

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Scotland boss Signeul calls for female successor

Anna Signeul, who is in her final year as Scotland Women's head coach, hopes that her successor is female.

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Ban threat enough of a drug deterrent - McCarthy

The threat of a ban should be enough to deter footballers from drug-taking without need for testers, says Ipswich boss Mick McCarthy.

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Gabriel Jesus: Manchester City forward has broken metatarsal

Manchester City forward Gabriel Jesus suffers a broken metatarsal in the 2-0 Premier League win against Bournemouth.

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PSG face daunting Barca test in Champions League last 16

Barcelona's trip to Paris St-Germain is the stand-out tie as the Champions League returns on Tuesday with the knockout stage.

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No better man than Davies for Rangers - Boyd

Former striker Kris Boyd thinks Rangers should consider Billy Davies to replace departed manager Mark Warburton.

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Which elite club did Buffon join in this season's Champions League? Try our quiz

Test your knowledge and memory with these teasers about the 2016-17 Champions League campaign so far.

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Harry Winks: Tottenham midfielder signs new White Hart Lane deal

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Harry Winks signs a new contract that will keep him at White Hart Lane until 2022.

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Man City boss Guardiola showed 'touch of class' with Arter

Bournemouth praise Pep Guardiola for a "touch of class" after the Man City boss shares a moving moment with Harry Arter.

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Injured Lukaku to miss Everton training camp

Everton striker Romelu Lukaku is to miss a club training camp in Dubai to visit a doctor in Belgium for treatment on a calf problem.

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Team news & stats for Tuesday's 11 Championship games

Match previews for Tuesday's 11 fixtures in the Championship, including leaders Newcastle's trip to Norwich.

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Winning a title and an international call-up - what a 24 hours

Jess Fishlock reflects on making history with Melbourne City as a player-coach ahead of a return to Wales for a new qualifying campaign.

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Gabriel Jesus: Manchester City hopeful on forward's injury

Manchester City are hopeful forward Gabriel Jesus did not suffer a serious foot injury in the Premier League win at Bournemouth.

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Leicester City: Foxes keeping Claudio Ranieri a huge risk, says Chris Sutton

Leicester City are taking a "huge risk" keeping Claudio Ranieri as manager, says BBC pundit Chris Sutton.

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Guardiola learnt from Arsenal and Liverpool's results at Bournemouth

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says he learnt from Arsenal and Liverpool's results at Bournemouth as the Blues come away from the Vitality Stadium with a 2-0 victory.

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Bournemouth 0-2 Man City: Eddie Howe agrees with Cherries' disallowed goal

Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe agrees with Joshua King's disallowed goal as the Cherries lose 2-0 at home to Manchester City.

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'Rangers would have to wait for De Boer'

Ronald de Boer insists Rangers will have to wait until the summer if they want to hire his brother Frank as their new manager.

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Matty Taylor: Bristol Rovers drop transfer complaint against Bristol City

Bristol Rovers will not be pursuing their complaint against rivals Bristol City over the transfer of striker Matty Taylor.

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FA People's Cup: Danny Mills on how to achieve cup glory

Danny Mills says that the 2017 People's Cup offers a "magnificent" chance to win something with your own team.

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Drugs-testing gap in Scotland worries Wada president Craig Reedie

The World Anti-Doping Agency is concerned by a nine-month gap in drugs testing in Scottish football.

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Pique could return for PSG game

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Champions League game between Paris St-Germain and Barcelona.

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Gotze to miss Dortmund's game in Benfica

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Champions League game between Benfica and Borussia Dortmund.

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Yakubu: Coventry sign former Portsmouth, Middlesbrough, Everton & Leicester striker

Coventry City sign much-travelled former Nigeria international striker Yakubu for the rest of the season.

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West Ham boss Slaven Bilic charged with improper conduct

West Ham manager Slaven Bilic is charged with improper conduct by the Football Association following Saturday's draw with West Brom.

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Nathan Dyer: Swansea City winger out for season with Achilles injury

Swansea City winger Nathan Dyer is ruled out for the rest of the season with a ruptured Achilles tendon.

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Jess Fishlock celebrates after making history with Melbourne City

Wales international Jess Fishlock says winning consecutive Women's League titles with Melbourne City is a "one-of-a-kind" experience.

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Back to the drawing board for Rangers: Cup talking points

Commentator Rob Maclean picks out the main issues to emerge from a weekend of Scottish Cup action.

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Rangers fight back to reach last eight - watch highlights

Michael Tidser gives Morton an early lead at Ibrox but Rangers respond through Kenny Miller and Martyn Waghorn to reach the Scottish Cup last eight.

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Highlights: Ross County 0-1 Aberdeen

Aberdeen progress to the quarter-finals of the Scottish Cup after a 1-0 win away to Ross County thanks to Shay Logan's late winner.

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Northern Ireland to play New Zealand in June friendly

Northern Ireland will take on New Zealand in a friendly encounter at Windsor Park on 2 June.

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Drugs testing in football: At least 39% of EFL players not tested in 2015-16

Almost 800 players who appeared in the English Football League last season were not drugs tested by UK Anti-Doping.

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MOTD3: The resurgence of Swansea City

Martin Keown and Ruud Gullit join Jason Mohamed to discuss the resurgence of Swansea City since Paul Clement joined them as manager.

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Who was the only English Premier League scorer this weekend?

An unlikely sole English scorer in the Premier League and has Big Sam lost that new manager bounce? The weekend in stats.

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Torres scores & misses penalty as Atletico Madrid beat Celta Vigo

Fernando Torres scores one of the goals of the season - and misses a penalty - before Atletico Madrid beat Celta Vigo late on.

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Sergio Aguero: Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola uncertain over striker's future

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is uncertain whether striker Sergio Aguero will remain at the club after this season.

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Juventus win in Allegri's 100th game as boss

Gonzalo Higuain scores twice as Juventus win 2-0 at Cagliari in Max Allegri's 100th Serie A match in charge to go seven points clear.

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Mesut Ozil: Arsenal midfielder lacking confidence - Arsene Wenger

Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil is suffering from a lack of confidence after an eight-match goal drought, says Arsene Wenger.

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Manchester United: Zlatan Ibrahimovic says nothing finalised on Old Trafford future

Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic says "nothing is done" with regards to his future at Old Trafford.

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Garth Crooks' team of the week: Sanchez, Kante, Luiz, Cech

Which team lack 'bottle', who has been compared to Filippo Inzaghi, who could have scored a hat-trick? Find out in Garth Crooks' team of the week.

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How Burnley exposed a weak spot in Chelsea's defence - Ruud Gullit

Burnley's fast transition from defence to attack helped them cause trouble down Chelsea's left, says Match of the Day pundit Ruud Gullit.

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Paul Clement: Swansea boss warns still 'a lot to be done' to avoid relegation

Swansea City boss Paul Clement warns there is still "a lot to be done" to avoid relegation from the Premier League.

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Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri threatens changes after Swansea defeat

Claudio Ranieri admits he may have been too loyal to his Leicester players as their title defence descends into a relegation battle.

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Swansea 2-0 Leicester: Claudio Ranieri 'has full Foxes support'

Leicester manager Claudio Ranieri believes he still has the full support of the fans and the club after were beaten 2-0 at Swansea.

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Antonio Conte: Chelsea boss not happy with Jose Mourinho's 'joking'

Antonio Conte does not like Jose Mourinho's "joking" after the Man Utd boss said Chelsea cannot be caught because they are a defensive team.

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Bournemouth v Manchester City (Mon)

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

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Swansea 2-0 Leicester: Paul Clement - Swansea totally deserved win

Swansea manager Paul Clement says side "totally deserved" their 2-0 Premier League win over struggling champions Leicester at the Liberty Stadium.

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Amateur footballer dies on pitch in Rudston

An air ambulance is called after a player collapses during an amateur league match.

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Scottish Premiership top three get cup quarter-final home ties

Celtic, Rangers and Aberdeen are given home ties after the draw for the Scottish Cup quarter-finals.

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Burnley 1-1 Chelsea: Clarets making definite progress - Dyche

Burnley boss Sean Dyche says his side are showing signs of "definite progress" after they recovered from conceding an early goal to draw 1-1 at home with Premier League leaders Chelsea.

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Burnley 1-1 Chelsea: Antonio Conte congratulates opponents

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte congratulates opponents Burnley after a "very tough" 1-1 Premier League draw for the league leaders away at Turf Moor.

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Dzeko scores one and misses a penalty in Roma win

Edin Dzeko suggests he will stop taking penalties after missing a second in five Serie A games for Roma, who win 2-0 at Crotone.

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Arsenal manger Arsene Wenger's future: Martin Keown on former boss

Former Arsenal player Martin Keown believes it is still "too soon" for Arsene Wenger to leave the Gunners after Ian Wright claimed the Frenchman was "coming to the end".

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Heart of Midlothian v Hibernian

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Scottish Cup game between Heart of Midlothian and Hibernian.

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Rangers v Greenock Morton

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Scottish Cup game between Rangers and Greenock Morton.

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Adam Federici: Bournemouth goalkeeper out for season

Bournemouth keeper Adam Federici is out for the rest of the season after having surgery on damaged cartilage in his knee.

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Burnley v Chelsea

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Premier League game between Burnley and Chelsea.

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Swansea City v Leicester City

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

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Sport 'must do more' to fight homophobia, says report

Sport is not doing enough to tackle homophobic abuse and authorities should issue lengthy bans, according to a new report.

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Barcelona's Vidal out for five months with dislocated ankle

Barcelona full-back Aleix Vidal will miss the rest of the season after dislocating his ankle during Saturday's 6-0 win at Alaves.

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Charlton boss Robinson 'disgusted' after confrontation

Charlton boss Karl Robinson is left "disgusted" after being confronted by a member of AFC Wimbledon's staff after Saturday's 1-1 draw.

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Real Madrid regain top spot in La Liga

Real Madrid move back to the top of La Liga by winning at Osasuna in a match overshadowed by an awful injury to Tano Bonnin.

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Mauricio Pochettino: Spurs boss questions side's title desire

Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino says his team's first-half display at Liverpool was one from a side "not ready" to challenge for the title.

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Tony Pulis: West Brom boss 'disgusted' at Stoke over Ryan Shawcross claims

West Brom boss Tony Pulis describes Stoke's claim that he called Ryan Shawcross a "loser" as "disgraceful".

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Liverpool 2-0 Tottenham: Jurgen Klopp excited by 'perfect Sunday' after win

Manager Jurgen Klopp is delighted by Liverpool's "fantastic" 2-0 win over Tottenham and looks forward to a "perfect Sunday" now his side's winless league run has come to an end.

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Brazilian teenager scores hat-trick in Monaco rout

Kylian Mbappe's first Ligue 1 hat-trick helps Monaco thrash Metz to restore a three-point lead at the top of the table.

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EFL: Five things you might have missed on Saturday

A red card after celebrating, a manager struggling to sum up his emotions after a thrilling draw and plenty of goals in the EFL.

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Liverpool 2-0 Tottenham: Mauricio Pochettino frustrated by 'Very poor' first half

Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino says his side's "very poor" first-half display was to blame for the 2-0 defeat by Liverpool at Anfield.

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Mitrovic strike returns Newcastle to top of Championship

Aleksandar Mitrovic scores the only goal as Newcastle reclaim top spot in the Championship with victory at Wolves.

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Mane's quickfire double sees Liverpool past Spurs

Sadio Mane lifts Liverpool's recent gloom by scoring twice in two first-half minutes to see off top-four rivals Tottenham.

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Rangers: Dave King claims Mark Warburton was not committed to Ibrox club

Dave King says Mark Warburton's "employment" was "terminated" after his agent asked Rangers to waive their right to compensation if a club made an approach.

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West Ham 2-2 West Brom: Slaven Bilic says referee Michael Oliver was 'awful'

West Ham manager Slaven Bilic describes the performance of referee Michael Oliver during his side's 2-2 draw with West Brom as "awful".

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West Ham 2-2 West Brom: Tony Pulis happy with draw

West Brom boss Tony Pulis praises the referee's performance during his side's 2-2 draw at West Ham, despite opposite number Slaven Bilic's protestations.

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Late goal puts Aberdeen into quarters

Shay Logan's late deflected effort secures Aberdeen's place in the Scottish Cup quarter-finals at the expense of Ross County.

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Stoke City 1-0 Crystal Palace: Mark Hughes pleased with 'ugly' win

Stoke City boss Mark Hughes says his side had to "win ugly" as Joe Allen's second-half winner lifted them into the top half of the Premier League.

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Manchester United 2-0 Watford: Walter Mazzarri says mistakes cost his team

Watford manager Walter Mazzarri says his side were "always in the game" but "mistakes" led to both Manchester United goals.

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Bayern secure late victory, but Dortmund suffer shock loss

Arturo Vidal and Arjen Robben score late on as Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich beat Ingolstadt to go seven points clear.

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Sunderland 0-4 Southampton: Puel delighted with 'fantastic' win

Manager Claude Puel describes Southampton's 4-0 win over Sunderland as "fantastic" after his side picked up their first points on the road in 2017.

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Highlights: Celtic 6-0 Inverness CT, Scottish Cup

Moussa Dembele scores a hat-trick as Celtic thump Inverness CT to reach the Scottish Cup quarter-finals (UK only).

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Sunderland 0-4 Southampton: Black Cats didn't play well - Moyes

Sunderland boss David Moyes admits his side "did not play well" in the 4-0 defeat by Southampton and says the second goal was the "killer blow".

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Stoke 1-0 Crystal Palace: Sam Allardyce's players need to 'keep believing'

Crystal Palace boss Sam Allardyce says his players need to "keep believing" in themselves after Stoke City's second-half winner left his side rooted in the Premier League relegation zone.

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Brighton keep pressure on Newcastle with wn over Burton Albion

Tomer Hemed scores twice as Brighton move to the top of the Championship with an emphatic win over Burton Albion.

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Middlesbrough 0-0 Everton: Koeman - Clean sheet is really positive

Everton boss Ronald Koeman describes his side's clean sheet in the 0-0 draw with Middlesbrough as "really positive" after the stalemate extends their unbeaten league run to eight games.

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Rampant Barca put six past Alaves

Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez both score as Barcelona move top of La Liga by thrashing Alaves.

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Manchester United 2-0 Watford: Jose Mourinho pleased with 'phenomenal' first half

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho says his side played "fabulous football" and were "phenomenal" during the first half of their 2-0 victory over Watford.

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Middlesbrough 0-0 Everton: Karanka buoyed by performance

Middlesbrough boss Aitor Karanka praises his side's performance in their 0-0 draw with Everton and says the stalemate was a "good result" against the in-form Toffees.

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West Brom snatch point at West Ham with injury-time leveller

Gareth McAuley's injury-time equaliser earns West Brom a dramatic draw at West Ham.

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Man Utd go fifth with win over Watford

Manchester United move one point behind fourth-placed Manchester City with victory over Watford at Old Trafford.

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Stoke win to keep Palace in bottom three

Crystal Palace remain rooted in the Premier League relegation zone after Joe Allen lifts Stoke City into the top half.

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Gabbiadini double sinks rock-bottom Sunderland

Manolo Gabbiadni scores twice on his second Southampton appearance as Sunderland miss the chance to move out of the relegation zone.

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Everton's unbeaten run continues with Boro draw

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

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Wenger denies he plans to leave Arsenal at the end of the season

Arsene Wenger says he gave no indication on his future as Arsenal manager to club legend Ian Wright.

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Arsenal 2-0 Hull: Arsene Wenger unfazed by recent criticism

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is unfazed by recent criticism and says he cannot "influence" public opinion, following his side's 2-0 win over Hull at the Emirates.

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Arsenal 2-0 Hull City: Marco Silva says referee apologised for Alexis Sanchez's handball

Hull City manager Marco Silva says the referee "apologised" at half-time for allowing Alexis Sanchez's opening goal, which appeared to go in off the forward's hand.

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Rangers: Alex McLeish 'the ideal' candidate as manager, say former players

Former Rangers players Gordon Smith and Derek Ferguson think Alex McLeish would be a good choice as the club's new manager.

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Sanchez scores twice as Arsenal edge past Hull

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

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Celtic hit six past Caley Thistle in Scottish Cup

Celtic are the first side through to the Scottish Cup quarter-finals after thrashing Inverness in Saturday's early kick-off.

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Gareth Bale: Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane expects return in a month

Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane says he expects Gareth Bale to return to action within a month.

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Tony Pulis: West Brom boss called Stoke's Ryan Shawcross 'a loser' says Mark Hughes

West Brom boss Tony Pulis angers Stoke manager Mark Hughes by calling his captain Ryan Shawcross a "loser".

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Arsene Wenger: Arsenal manager's tenure coming to the end says Ian Wright

Arsene Wenger has told Ian Wright his time as Arsenal manager is "coming to the end", according to the Gunners' former striker.

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Angola stadium stampede kills 17

Seventeen killed in stampede at football stadium in northern Angolan city of Uige, local officials say.

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PSG score three to move level with Monaco

French champions Paris St-Germain move level on points with Ligue 1 leaders Monaco with a comfortable win in Bordeaux.

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Sheff Weds beat Birmingham to strengthen place in top six

Sheffield Wednesday beat Birmingham City 3-0 in the Championship to strengthen their place in the top six.

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Arsene Wenger: Arsenal manger is 'coming to the end', says Ian Wright

Arsene Wenger has given Ian Wright "the impression" that he will leave as Arsenal boss, claims the Gunners legend.

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Rangers: Mark Warburton resigns as manager

Rangers accept the resignations of manager Mark Warburton, assistant David Weir and the club's head of recruitment, Frank McParland.

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Liverpool's Matip wants to move on from frustrating January

Liverpool's Joel Matip says he wants to put a frustrating time behind him, after confusion around the defender's availability during the Africa Cup of Nations, and the Reds' poor form.

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic: Jose Mourinho 'convinced' striker will remain at Manchester United

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is convinced Zlatan Ibrahimovic will stay at the club for another year, despite being out of contract at the end of the season.

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Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool's battery is not empty

Jurgen Klopp jokes that Liverpool's "battery is not empty" after a journalist's dictaphone runs out of power on his desk, as his team prepare to face Tottenham on Saturday.

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'It would have guaranteed wealth for my grandchildren'

Napoli forward Dries Mertens says he rejected a move to the Chinese Super League that would have "made his grandchildren rich".

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Saturday's Premier League & Championship team news

Find out the latest team news for Saturday's games in the Premier League and Championship

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