Who tops the 2017 Premier League - and which teams has Kane outscored?

Who 'won' the Premier League in 2017? Who makes your team of the year, and how many teams did Harry Kane outscore?

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West Brom 1-1 Arsenal: Alan Pardew says Baggies earned 'fortunate' penalty

West Bromwich Albion boss Alan Pardew says his side "earned" a "fortunate" penalty in the 1-1 draw at home to Arsenal.

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Lawro's Premier League predictions v Django Django's Jimmy

Mark Lawrenson takes on Jimmy Dixon, of Mercury Prize-nominated Django Django, in the latest round of Premier League predictions.

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West Brom 1-1 Arsenal: Arsene Wenger criticises penalty decision

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says referees do not officiate enough games after a controversial decision sees West Brom equalise from a penalty at The Hawthorns.

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Highlights: Celtic 0-0 Rangers

Celtic's Scott Sinclair and Rangers' Alfredo Morelos both miss chances as the second Old Firm game of the season ends goalless.

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Highlights: Hibernian 1-1 Kilmarnock

Oli Shaw pounces on Jamie McDonald's blunder to cancel out Kris Boyd's early goal as Hibernian are held at home by Kilmarnock.

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Highlights: St Johnstone 0-2 Dundee

Goals from Marcus Haber and A-Jay Leitch-Smith for Dundee extend St Johnstone's dismal home form.

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Highlights: Motherwell 1-3 Hamilton Academical

Hamilton Academical come from behind to beat Motherwell thanks to a Dougie Imrie penalty and goals from Rakish Bingham and Greg Docherty.

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Highlights: Partick Thistle 2-0 Ross County

Kris Doolan and Conor Sammon grab the goals as Partick Thistle beat Ross County to leave the Staggies bottom of the table.

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Highlights: Aberdeen 0-0 Hearts

Hearts striker Kyle Lafferty is sent off, but his side go on to set a new club record of six successive clean sheets by drawing 0-0 with Aberdeen.

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Former Chelsea striker Costa set for first game back at Atletico

Former Chelsea striker Diego Costa is officially unveiled at Atletico Madrid and could play as early as this week.

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Rangers draw 'doesn't detract from Celtic's phenomenal year'

Captain Scott Brown says Saturday's goalless draw with Rangers takes none of the shine off a hugely successful year for Celtic.

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'Criminal if Rangers let standards slip - Tavernier

James Tavernier reckons Rangers can find consistency by adopting the underdog mentality that served them well against Celtic.

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West Bromwich Albion v Arsenal (Sun)

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

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Are 'prize-fighters' Celtic progressing or regressing?

Celtic are 'like a prize-fighter who loses something when he gets to the top', believes Tom English.

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Crystal Palace: Wilfried Zaha confirms he will stay at Palace

Crystal Palace midfielder Wilfried Zaha confirms to BBC Sport that he will not leave the Eagles in January.

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Crystal Palace 0-0 Man City: Pep Guardiola says refs need to protect players

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says referees must protect players after Kevin de Bruyne was injured by a challenge from Crystal Palace's Jason Puncheon.

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Man City's Jesus out for 'one or two months'

Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus will be out for "one or two months" after injuring a knee during the 0-0 draw at Crystal Palace.

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Crystal Palace 0-0 Man City: Roy Hodgson 'proud' of Eagles performance

Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson is proud of his side's performance following their 0-0 draw against Premier League leaders Manchester City.

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Man City's winning run ended after eventful goalless draw at Palace

Manchester City's 18-game Premier League winning run is ended by a goalless draw at Crystal Palace, who have an injury-time penalty saved by Ederson.

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Swansea City Supporters' Trust demands chairman Jenkins departure

Swansea City Supporters' Trust calls for the removal of chairman Huw Jenkins as part of the ongoing dispute over the sale of the club.

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Swansea's Naughton charged with violent conduct

Swansea City's Kyle Naughton is charged with violent conduct by the FA for allegedly stamping in Watford's Stefano Okaka.

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Man Utd's Young charged with violent conduct

Ashley Young is charged with violent conduct by the Football Association after an incident with Dusan Tadic in the 0-0 draw with Southampton on Saturday.

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Nike advertises Barcelona shirts with Coutinho's name

Barcelona kit manufacturers Nike advertised the club's shirts with Liverpool midfielder's Philippe Coutinho's name on the back.

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Everton new stadium cost has 'escalated significantly' but hope to move in by 2022

Everton's chief executive says the cost of the club's proposed new stadium has 'escalated significantly' but they still hope it will be built by 2022.

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Liverpool star Mo Salah has Lionel Messi vibe - Ian Wright

Match of the Day pundit Ian Wright says Liverpool forward Mo Salah's style of play reminds him of Barcelona star Lionel Messi.

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Mark Warburton: Nottingham Forest sack manager after nine months in charge

Nottingham Forest sack manager Mark Warburton and director of football Frank McParland, the BBC understands.

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Real Madrid to offer Bale plus cash for Kane - Sunday's gossip

Real Madrid to offer Gareth Bale plus cash for Harry Kane, Man Utd ready to make £90m Cristiano Ronaldo bid, Barcelona to move for Philippe Coutinho, plus more.

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Half-time confrontation 'fired Rangers' to Old Firm draw

Rangers manager Graeme Murty says a "frank exchange of views" among the players at the interval led to second-half resurgence in Old Firm draw.

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Dybala double moves Juve a point behind leaders Napoli

Paulo Dybala scores twice as Juventus beat Verona to move back to within a point of Serie A leaders Napoli.

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EFL: Tony Pulis has a tough start while nine-man MK Dons hang on for a win

Tony Pulis' tough start, a nine-man win and turning around your home form - five things you may have missed from the final EFL Saturday of 2017.

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Man Utd 0-0 Southampton: Zlatan Ibrahimovic out for one month - Jose Mourinhio

Jose Mourinho says Zlatan Ibrahimovic will be out for one month as Manchester United's winless Premier League run stretched to three games.

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Leaders Wolves win in last minute at Bristol City

Ryan Bennett's last-minute header gives Championship leaders Wolves a dramatic victory over in-form Bristol City.

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Swansea City can beat relegation odds - new boss Carvalhal

New Swansea City manager Carlos Carvalhal says they are determined to defy the odds by avoiding relegation from the top flight.

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Mohamed Salah: Jurgen Klopp unsure on Liverpool forward's injury

Liverpool wait to find out extent of injury to prolific forward Mohamed Salah after he limps off late on against Leicester.

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Chelsea 5-0 Stoke: Mark Hughes defends team selection

Mark Hughes says he rested several key players during the 5-0 defeat by Chelsea because of a two-day turnaround before their next game.

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Bournemouth 2-1 Everton: Eddie Howe delighted to be out of relegation zone

Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe tells Match of the Day's Gary Lineker it is "huge" for his side to be out of the bottom three after their 2-1 win against Everton.

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Chelsea 5-0 Stoke: Victory caps great year - Antonio Conte

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says his side must improve despite beating Stoke 5-0 to round off a "great year" for the Blues.

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Liverpool 2-1 Leicester: Liverpool turnaround frustrates Puel

Claude Puel says Leicester must stop losing matches from winning positions after Liverpool's 2-1 comeback win at Anfield.

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Bournemouth 2-1 Everton: Mistakes cost us - Sam Allardyce

Sam Allardyce says Everton's mistakes cost them, as he suffered his first defeat as Toffees boss, losing 2-1 away to Bournemouth.

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Vardy loves playing the 'big six' - Saturday's best Premier League stats

Jamie Vardy hurts Liverpool again, Mohamed Salah keeps on scoring, plus more of the best stats from Saturday's Premier League games.

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Newcastle 0-0 Brighton: Rafael Benitez targets January signings

Rafael Benitez says Newcastle must add players in the January transfer window following their 0-0 draw with Brighton.

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Romelu Lukaku: Manchester United striker suffers head injury against Southampton

Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku is taken off on a stretcher after suffering a head injury against Southampton.

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Liverpool 2-1 Leicester: Jurgen Klopp concerned by possible Mohamed Salah injury

Jurgen Klopp says Mohamed Salah might have an injury after his goals seal a 2-1 win over Leicester.

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Newcastle 0-0 Brighton: Chris Hughton says his side deserved three points

Brighton and Hove Albion manager Chris Hughton believes his side deserved more than a point after a 0-0 draw at Newcastle.

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Derby go second with win at Ipswich

Sam Winnall's two excellent goals help an impressive Derby County move up to second place in the Championship.

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Huddersfield 0-0 Burnley: Dyche can't fathom "blatant" penalty

Burnley manager Sean Dyche believes his side were denied a clear penalty during their 0-0 away at Huddersfield Town.

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Watford 1-2 Swansea: Players better than they are showing - Carvalhal

New Swansea boss Carlos Carvalhal says his players are better than they are showing following their late fight-back to beat Watford in his first game in charge.

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Huddersfield 0-0 Burnley: David Wagner pleased with "lucky point"

Huddersfield Town manager David Wagner is pleased with his side's "lucky point" as they drew 0-0 against high-flying Burnley.

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Benevento secure first Serie A win after 19 games

Serie A bottom side Benevento secure their first league win of the season at the 19th attempt, beating Chievo 1-0.

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Pulis loses first game in charge of Middlesbrough

Aston Villa claim their first win in six games as they beat Middlesbrough to spoil boss Tony Pulis's first game in charge.

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Premier League results: Liverpool, Chelsea, Swansea & Bournemouth win

Chelsea hammer Stoke, Swansea claim a dramatic victory and Liverpool come from behind to win thanks to Mohamed Salah.

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Aberdeen held as Hearts set new club record

Hearts set a new club record for clean sheets as they hold Aberdeen to a goal-less draw, but also have Kyle Lafferty sent off late on.

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Bottom club Birmingham beat promotion hopefuls Leeds

Jacques Maghoma's late goal for Birmingham City earns the Championship's bottom side victory over in-form Leeds United.

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Wales vice-captain Harding to leave Liverpool Ladies

Wales forward Natasha Harding is to leave Women's Super League One side Liverpool Ladies after turning down a new contract.

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Mezut Ozil and Alexis Sanchez have been spoilt - Martin Keown

Former Arsenal captain Martin Keown believes current players Alexis Sanchez and Mesut Ozil have been "spoilt."

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Swansea City: Leon Britton turns down coaching role to play again

Leon Britton reverts to playing as new Swansea City boss Carlos Carvalhal reshuffles coaching staff.

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Celtic & Rangers miss clear chances as Old Firm derby ends in stalemate

Scott Sinclair for Celtic and Alfredo Morelos for Rangers miss clear goalscoring chances as the Old Firm game ends goal-less.

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Watch what happened when Murty last took charge of Rangers at Celtic Park

Can Rangers deny Celtic a victory in the final Old Firm derby of 2017, just as they did in Graeme Murty’s previous match in charge at Celtic Park?

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Morgan double as St Mirren move further clear of Dundee Utd

Lewis Morgan scores twice as Scottish Championship leaders St Mirren win to move five points clear of opponents Dundee United.

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Manchester United v Southampton

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

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Bournemouth v Everton

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

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Chelsea v Stoke City

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

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Huddersfield Town v Burnley

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Burnley.

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Liverpool v Leicester City

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

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Newcastle United v Brighton

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Newcastle United and Brighton & Hove Albion.

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Watford v Swansea City

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

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Ronaldo ready to leave Real for 'realistic' £89m - gossip

Cristiano Ronaldo asks Real Madrid to set a selling price, Chelsea prepare for a fresh Ross Barkley bid, West Ham want Jonjo Shelvey, plus more.

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Chelsea: Premier League champions announce record £361m turnover

Reigning Premier League champions Chelsea announce a record £361.3m turnover for the 2017 financial year.

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Saturday's Scottish Premiership matches

Team news followed by live updates and match reports from Saturday's Scottish Premiership matches.

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Mauricio Pochettino: 'Superstar' Harry Kane is out of the market

Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino says his "superstar" striker Harry Kane is "priceless" and "out of the market".

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Josh Windass: Rangers reject Preston North End bid for midfielder

Rangers reject a £500,000 bid for midfielder Josh Windass from Preston, who are unlikely to pursue their interest in the player.

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Jurgen Klopp: The price of players is 'the last thing' I think about

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says the "last thing" he thinks about when signing a player is the price.

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Torquay United FC apologises for 'racist comments'

Torquay United FC fans are also accused of releasing a smoke bomb at Eastleigh FC's ground.

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Nacer Chadli: West Brom forward out for two months with new hip injury

West Brom forward Nacer Chadli is ruled out for up to two months with a reoccurrence of a hip injury.

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Dumbarton v Morton postponed, pitch inspections at Livingston and Berwick

Saturday's Championship meeting between Dumbarton and Morton is postponed and there will be pitch inspections at Livingston and Berwick.

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Tired Lukaku needs a rest but I can't give him one - Mourinho

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho admits striker Romelu Lukaku needs a rest but says he cannot afford to give him one.

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Swansea chairman Jenkins could step down at end of season

Swansea City chairman Huw Jenkins says he may step down at the end of this season and says he regrets not re-hiring Brendan Rodgers.

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Chelsea take legal action against Youtube urban explorers

Chelsea obtain an injunction preventing six individuals from accessing Stamford Bridge and Cobham after three incidents of trespass.

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Jurgen Klopp plays down Virgil van Dijk £75m fee

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says the "last thing" he thinks about when signing a player is the price, as he prepares to pay £75m for Virgil van Dijk.

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Wilfried Zaha will not leave Crystal Palace in January, says manager Roy Hodgson

Winger Wilfried Zaha will not leave Crystal Palace during the January transfer window, according to manager Roy Hodgson.

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Brewster alleges he was racially abused since age of 12

England and Liverpool youngster Rhian Brewster says he has experienced racial abuse since he was 12.

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Celtic keeper Gordon: 'Van Dijk is best I have played with'

Celtic goalkeeper Craig Gordon believes former team-mate Virgil van Dijk is worth the £75m Liverpool have paid for him.

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Sam Allardyce: Everton need a 'front man' in transfer window

Everton manager Sam Allardyce says they are "actively looking" for a front man in the January transfer window.

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Pele thought he'd scored - World Cup winner Gordon Banks at 80

As Gordon Banks turns 80 the legendary goalkeeper reflects on hauling coal, winning the World Cup, waiting for Liverpool and the greatest save of them all.

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Nigeria's Ahmed Musa faces uncertain future at Leicester City

Nigeria forward Ahmed Musa's future at Leicester City is uncertain as manager Claude Puel says his future will be discussed in January.

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Swansea boss Carlos Carvalhal: 'My place is in the Premier League'

New Swansea boss Carlos Carvalhal defends his record and says he has earned the chance to manage in the Premier League.

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Southampton want Sturridge & Walcott - gossip

Southampton consider moves for Daniel Sturridge and Theo Walcott, Real Madrid want Fulham's Ryan Sessegnon, plus more.

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Cardiff City v Preston North End (Fri)

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

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Millwall v Queens Park Rangers (Fri)

Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's Championship game between Neil Harris's Millwall and Queens Park Rangers.

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Premier League predictions: Olympic gold medallist Campbell takes on Lawro

Mark Lawrenson takes on Olympic gold medal-winning sprinter Darren Campbell in the latest round of Premier League matches.

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Crystal Palace 2-3 Arsenal: Arsene Wenger praises Alexis Sanchez after double

Arsene Wenger says the commitment of Alexis Sanchez was "never in doubt" despite his contractual situation at Arsenal, after the Chilean's double helped them beat Crystal Palace 3-2.

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Crystal Palace 2-3 Arsenal: We gave it our best shot - Roy Hodgson

Roy Hodgson says Crystal Palace "gave it their best shot" despite losing 3-2 at home to Arsenal and says he hopes to strengthen his squad in the January transfer window.

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'Miracles are not from our world' - new Swans boss Carvalhal vows to fight for survival

Swansea's new boss Carlos Carvalhal vows to "fight" to keep the club in the Premier League, insisting they do not need "a miracle".

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Ex-world player of the year Weah elected president of Liberia

Former Chelsea, Manchester City and AC Milan striker George Weah will be the next president of Liberia.

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Andre Villas-Boas: Former Chelsea and Tottenham manager talks driving the Dakar Rally

Former Chelsea and Tottenham manager Andre Villas-Boas tells Football Focus that his family connections and "great passion" for motor sports led him to compete in the 2018 Dakar Rally.

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George Weah set to win Liberia presidency

The former footballer is well ahead with most votes counted, the National Elections Commission says.

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Northern Ireland winger McGinn returns to Aberdeen

Northern Ireland international Niall McGinn signs a three-and-a-half-year deal to return to Aberdeen.

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Everton: Cenk Tosun & Steven N'Zonzi on Sam Allardyce's January list

Besiktas' £25m striker Cenk Tosun will be Everton's main January signing target, with Sevilla's Steven N'Zonzi also on their radar.

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I was prepared to put up with racism - Walters on Rangers debut 30 years on

Mark Walters joined Rangers 30 years ago and recalls the racist abuse he received as one of few black footballers to have played in Scotland.

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West Ham's Reece Oxford set for RB Leipzig move

West Ham defender Reece Oxford is set to complete a surprise move to Bundesliga side RB Leipzig next month.

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Goal-line technology 'unaffordable' for Scottish Premiership

The Scottish Professional Football League has no plans to introduce goal-line technology, saying that the cost is prohibitive.

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Steve McClaren leaves Maccabi Tel Aviv to return to England and 'pursue other options'

Steve McClaren has leaves his role as coaching consultant at Israeli club Maccabi Tel Aviv to "pursue other options".

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Michael O'Neill: Irish FA planning fresh contract talks with their manager

The IFA is hoping to persuade Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill to sign a new six-year contract.

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Meire to stand down as Charlton chief executive

Charlton Athletic chief executive Katrien Meire is to leave the club at the end of the year amid takeover speculation.

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Tributes to West Bromwich Albion mascot Richard Eades

Richard Eades, 42, had worked for West Bromwich Albion since he was 14.

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Carvalhal leading contender as Swansea set to appoint new boss

Former Sheffield Wednesday manager Carlos Carvalhal is the leading contender to succeed Paul Clement as Swansea City boss.

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'It makes a mockery of the game' - Hibs boss fumes over 'no goal' decision

"Incandescent" Hibernian boss Neil Lennon lambasts the officials who incorrectly denied Oli Shaw a "clear" Edinburgh derby goal.

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Palace striker Benteke available for Arsenal match - preview & stats

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

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Who is on the move in January? Take the quiz

Who is on the move in January? Take our quiz about potential movers - and learn more about those who could be transferred.

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AC Milan beat rivals Inter in Italian cup

Patrick Cutrone scores the only goal in extra-time as AC Milan knock city rivals Inter out of the Coppa Italia.

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Vincent Kompany: Manchester City wait to discover extent of latest injury

Manchester City wait to discover the extent of the latest injury to Vincent Kompany after he limps off against Newcastle.

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Newcastle 0-1 Manchester City: The other team didn’t want to play - Guardiola

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says it is difficult to win by more than one goal if "the other team doesn't want to play", after beating Newcastle 1-0 at St James' Park.

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Newcastle 0-1 Manchester City: Magpies stayed in the game until the end - Benitez

Newcastle boss Rafa Benitez says his team "stayed in the game until the end", after losing 1-0 at home to Premier League leaders Manchester City.

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Edinburgh derby ends in stalemate

Oli Shaw's seventh-minute strike is incorrectly disallowed as Hearts and Hibernian contest a goallesss Edinburgh derby.

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Van Dijk 'can be a Liverpool great and as good as Ferdinand'

The scout that helped bring Virgil van Dijk to Celtic tells BBC Sport about comparisons with Rio Ferdinand - and how far the Dutch defender can go.

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Bizarre penalty shoot-out settles promotion in Chile

One of the strangest ways to win promotion? Deportes Melipilla move up to Chile's second tier in controversial circumstances.

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Garry Monk: Ex-Middlesbrough manager 'surprised' by departure

Garry Monk says he was "surprised" by Middlesbrough's decision to remove him as manager after their win at Sheffield Wednesday.

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Virgil van Dijk: Liverpool agree world record £75m fee for Southampton defender

Southampton accept a £75m bid from Liverpool for defender Virgil van Dijk - which would be the highest fee paid for a defender if the move goes through.

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Vote counting begins as Weah goes for Liberian presidency

The vice-president and an ex-footballer are vying to succeed Africa's first elected female president.

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Russia's Mutko leaves World Cup organising role

Russian deputy prime minister Vitaly Mutko steps down from his role as chief organiser of next summer's World Cup in Russia.

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Liverpool defender Flanagan charged with assault

Defender Jon Flanagan was charged after an incident in Liverpool city centre on Friday.

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Steve Bruce: Aston Villa boss says injuries are behind their dip in form

Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce bemoans the loss of too many key players for the Boxing Day defeat at Brentford.

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Tony Pulis: Middlesbrough boss hopes to replicate Stoke City success

New Middlesbrough boss Tony Pulis says he hopes to repeat the success he had while in charge of Stoke City.

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Real & Barca will come calling for Kane, but he may not want to go - Shearer

Real Madrid and Barcelona will inevitably want Harry Kane but it does not mean he will leave Tottenham, says Alan Shearer.

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Newcastle have Shelvey back for Man City match

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

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McKenna and Logan could return for Aberdeen

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

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Rangers hope to have Alves and Wallace back

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Scottish Premiership game between Rangers and Motherwell.

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Watch highlights of Celtic's victory at Dundee

Celtic comfortably beat Dundee to move further clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership (UK only).

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Match of the Day: Can Jose Mourinho complain about lack of spend at Manchester United?

Gary Lineker and Kevin Kilbane discuss Jose Mourinho's complaint that Manchester United's transfer spend of nearly £300m has been insufficient, following their 2-2 draw with Burnley at Old Trafford.

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Football quiz 2017: How much do you remember?

Following another eventful 12 months in football, BBC Sport tests your knowledge of what went on in the beautiful game in 2017.

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Yaya Toure: Manchester City midfielder ends Ivory Coast retirement

Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure reverses his international retirement with Ivory Coast.

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Villa out of play-off places with loss at Brentford

Aston Villa slip out of the Championship play-off places after defeat at Brentford extends their winless run to five games.

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Liverpool 5-0 Swansea: Jurgen Klopp praises Reds' 'fantastic football'

Jurgen Klopp says Liverpool played "fantastic football" during their 5-0 win over Swansea at Anfield, adding that it was a "perfect night" for the Reds.

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Liverpool 5-0 Swansea: Leon Britton expects fresh faces in January

Leon Britton says Swansea City need new signings and a new manager to "lift the place" following their heavy 5-0 defeat at Liverpool.

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Chelsea 2-0 Brighton: Antonio Conte says Chelsea have been unlucky this season

Antonio Conte says his side have not had as much luck as they did in their title-winning season after a 2-0 win over Brighton.

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West Brom 0-0 Everton: We did everything but score - Pardew

Alan Pardew praises his side's performance despite failing to score in a 0-0 draw with Everton.

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Huddersfield 1-1 Stoke: Mark Hughes criticises 'strange decision'

Mark Hughes says Stoke forward Mame Biram Diouf should have earned his side a penalty in their 1-1 draw at Huddersfield, and says the referee's refusal to award one was a "strange decision".

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£300m spend not enough - Mourinho after draw with Burnley

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho says the £300m he has spent on his squad so far is "not enough" after their 2-2 draw with Burnley.

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Huddersfield 1-1 Stoke: David Wagner pleased with Terriers performance

David Wagner says he is pleased with Huddersfield's performance in their 1-1 draw with Stoke, and says the result was probably fair.

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How Wague is Watford's lucky 13 - Boxing Day's best Premier League stats

Another different player scores for Watford, Tom Ince finally finds the net for Huddersfield, plus more of the best stats from the Boxing Day Premier League games.

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Watford 2-1 Leicester: Marco Silva knows what the realities are for Watford

Watford manager, Marco Silva, knows exactly what the goals and realities are for Watford and knows how to achieve them

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Watford 2-1 Leicester: Claude Puel believes his team showed character in defeat

Claude Puel is looking forward to Leicester's next few games as he hopes to build on the 'fantastic character' shown in the last few games

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West Brom 0-0 Everton: Sam Allardyce says Everton played 'average' football

Sam Allardyce wants to see his Everton side improve in possession after a 0-0 draw with West Brom.

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Bournemouth 3-3 West Ham: Eddie Howe praises 'excellent' Cherries

Eddie Howe says his Bournemouth team deserved a point following Callum Wilson's late equaliser in their 3-3 draw with West Ham at the Vitality Stadium.

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Bournemouth 3-3 West Ham: David Moyes bemoans Callum Wilson equaliser

David Moyes says Bournemouth's late equaliser should have been disallowed for handball, after the referee overruled his assistant's decision and awarded the goal in their 3-3 draw at the Vitality Stadium.

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Manuel Burga: Peruvian ex-Fifa official cleared of corruption

Peru's Manuel Burga was one of about 40 football officials charged in the US over corruption.

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Jose Mourinho: Man Utd deserved more than two 'miserable' goals

Jose Mourinho insists his Manchester United side deserve to win matches and have been the better team in the last few games.

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Man Utd 2-2 Burnley: Sean Dyche 'proud' of Burnley squad after draw

Burnley boss Sean Dyche is "proud and very pleased" as his "injury and suspension-affected team" earn a credible 2-2 draw at Old Trafford, singling out the "calmness" of midfielders Steven Defour and Jack Cork for particular praise.

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What happened in the Premier League on Boxing Day?

Manchester United come back from two goals down to deny Burnley victory, while Harry Kane breaks a Premier League scoring record.

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Cardiff slip to third after home defeat by Fulham

Tim Ream's opening goal helps Fulham inflict Cardiff's first home Championship defeat of the season.

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Tottenham 5-2 Southampton: Heavy defeat difficult for Mauricio Pellegrino to 'digest'

Mauricio Pellegrino says Southampton's 5-2 defeat at Tottenham was "not easy to digest", and says the game was "gone" after the third Spurs goal.

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I'll keep getting better, says record-breaking Kane

Tottenham's Harry Kane says being compared to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo is a "great feeling" - but vows to get even better.

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Tottenham 5-2 Southampton: Mauricio Pochettino speaks of pride for Harry Kane

Mauricio Pochettino says he is "very proud" of record-breaking Tottenham striker Harry Kane after his hat-trick helped Spurs to a 5-2 win over Southampton at Wembley.

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Leaders Wolves held to a draw at Millwall

Wolves fail to win in London for the third time this season as struggling Millwall come from behind to claim a draw.

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Harry Kane: Tottenham striker reflects on 'amazing' year

Harry Kane says it is a "great feeling" to end the year having broken the record for Premier League goals scored in a calendar year with a hat-trick against Southampton, during Tottenham's 5-2 win at Wembley.

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'No fee, no bid, no talks' - Rodgers plays down Dembele Brighton link

Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers says there has been "no contact" with Brighton over their reported interest in striker Moussa Dembele.

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Celtic go 11 points clear with win over Dundee

James Forrest and Leigh Griffiths score as Celtic beat Dundee to increase their Scottish Premiership lead.

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England may play final World Cup warm-up match at Elland Road

England are considering playing their final World Cup warm-up game at Leeds United's 37,890-capacity Elland Road ground.

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Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting: Stoke's Cameroon international settling into 'tough' league

Cameroon international Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting is settling into life in English football, despite the current troubles facing his Stoke City side.

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Middlesbrough: Tony Pulis named new manager

Championship side Middlesbrough appoint former West Brom manager Tony Pulis as boss.

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Gossip: Van Dijk, Dybala, Fellaini, Malcom, Draxler, Sanchez

Man City close in on Van Dijk, Man Utd want Dybala and Malcom, Arsenal want £35m for Sanchez, plus more.

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Tottenham v Southampton (Tue, 12:30 GMT)

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

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Bournemouth v West Ham (Tue)

Preview followed by live coverage of Boxing Day's Premier League game between Bournemouth and West Ham United.

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Chelsea v Brighton (Tue)

Preview followed by live coverage of Boxing Day's Premier League game between Chelsea and Brighton & Hove Albion.

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Huddersfield v Stoke (Tue)

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Stoke City.

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Man Utd v Burnley (Tue)

Preview followed by live coverage of the Boxing Day Premier League game between Manchester United and Burnley.

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Watford v Leicester (Tue)

Preview followed by live coverage of Boxing Day's Premier League game between Watford and Leicester City.

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West Brom v Everton (Tue)

Preview followed by live coverage of Boxing Day's Premier League game between West Bromwich Albion and Everton.

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Liverpool v Swansea (Tue, 17:30 GMT)

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

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Must-win Motherwell match for Rangers - John

Declan John says Rangers have no room for error when Motherwell visit Ibrox in the Scottish Premiership on Wednesday.

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Highlights: Celtic 3-0 Aberdeen

Celtic move eight points clear at the top of the Premiership with a comfortable victory over nearest challengers Aberdeen.

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Highlights: Kilmarnock 2-1 Rangers

Kris Boyd scores twice inside three minutes as Kilmarnock come from behind to sink Rangers for a third successive home victory.

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DR Congo winger Yannick Bolasie inspired by Everton crowd

DR Congo winger Yannick Bolasie says the reception from Everton fans has inspired him to 'push even harder' as he continues his comeback from injury.

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Valencia boss in motorway crash with wild boar

Valencia boss Marcelino collides with a wild boar on the motorway when driving home for Christmas.

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Premier League Boxing Day predictions: Lawro v The Darkness singer Justin Hawkins

Mark Lawrenson takes on The Darkness singer Justin Hawkins in the latest round of Premier League matches.

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Sheffield Wednesday part company with boss Carlos Carvalhal

Sheffield Wednesday part company with head coach Carlos Carvalhal after two-and-a-half years in charge.

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Charlie Austin charged with violent conduct

Southampton striker Charlie Austin is charged with violent conduct for a challenge on Huddersfield keeper Jonas Lossl in Saturday's 1-1 draw.

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Premier League team of 2017: Who makes your best XI?

Kane or Lukaku? De Bruyne or Coutinho? Or all of them? See who our experts have picked in their team of 2017 and then select your own.

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15 times footballers entertained us on social media in 2017

A look back at all the times footballers have kept us entertained on social media over the past 12 months.

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Wolves beat Ipswich to move seven points clear

Wolves record a first win against Ipswich since August 2006 as they move seven points clear at the Championship summit.

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Leicester City 2-2 Manchester United: Jose Mourinho criticises 'childish' United

Jose Mourinho says his Man Utd team made "childish decisions" during their 2-2 draw with 10-man Leicester City at the King Power stadium.

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Maguire strikes late as Leicester frustrate Man Utd

Harry Maguire scores a 95th-minute equaliser as 10-man Leicester snatch a draw in an entertaining encounter against Manchester United.

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Garry Monk: Middlesbrough part company with manager despite victory

Championship side Middlesbrough part company with manager Garry Monk just six months after he was appointed.

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Kane eyes beating Shearer's record on Boxing Day

Harry Kane speaks to BBC Sport about the prospect of beating Alan Shearer's record for most goals scored in a calendar year, and says he has the support of Gary Lineker.

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Burnley 0-3 Tottenham: Harry Kane is amazing - Mauricio Pochettino

Mauricio Pochettino says Tottenham striker Harry Kane is "amazing" after his hat-trick in their 3-0 win at Burnley equalled Alan Shearer's Premier League record of 36 goals in a calendar year.

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Burnley 0-3 Tottenham: Sean Dyche praises Spurs and Harry Kane in defeat

Burnley boss Sean Dyche says Tottenham were the better team in their 3-0 defeat at Turf Moor, but said there were some "tough decisions" for the officials that could have gone either way.

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Real Madrid 0-3 Barcelona: Zinedine Zidane says he has no regrets

Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane says he had no regrets and would not change, despite their 3-0 home defeat by Barcelona.

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Tottenham's Kane equals scoring record with hat-trick at Burnley

Spurs' Harry Kane equals Alan Shearer's 22-year-old record for the most Premier League goals in a calendar year as his hat-trick secures victory at Burnley.

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Man City hit century of goals - Premier League stats

Manchester City reach another landmark, West Ham have trouble from the penalty spot again and Crystal Palace continue their run, plus more of the best stats from the weekend's Premier League games.

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Brighton 1-0 Watford: 'Big win' for Seagulls pleases Chris Hughton

Brighton manager Chris Hughton says he is happy with his side's "big win" as their 1-0 win against Watford earns their first Premier League victory in eight games.

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Arsenal's Alex Scott sees how Gunners are helping disabled fans enjoy football

Arsenal Women defender Alex Scott heads to the Emirates where the club's foundation has installed a sensory room so fans with disabilities can enjoy football in a secure environment.

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Man City 4-0 Bournemouth: Pep Guardiola praises Sergio Aguero's 'outstanding' performance

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola applauds Sergio Aguero's "outstanding" contribution after the striker scores a brace during their 4-0 win over Bournemouth.

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Southampton 1-1 Huddersfield: David Wagner hails Terriers' character

Huddersfield manager David Wagner says Charlie Austin's foul on Terriers goalkeeper Jonas Lossl looks "very ugly", which left the Dane with a bleeding wound on his head during their 1-1 draw with Southampton.

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Swansea City 1-1 Crystal Palace: Draw shows Swansea's great character - Leon Britton

Swansea caretaker player-manager Leon Britton says his side's 1-1 draw at home against Crystal Palace shows his side's "great character" despite remaining bottom of the Premier League table.

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West Ham 2-3 Newcastle: David Moyes rues 'game full of errors'

West Ham manager David Moyes feels his side's errors cost them three points as the Hammers lose 3-2 at home against Newcastle United.

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Celtic ease past Dons to go eight points clear

Celtic stretch their lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership to eight points with victory over second-placed Aberdeen.

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West Ham 2-3 Newcastle: We needed this win - Rafael Benitez

Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez says his side's 3-2 win away against West Ham is "fantastic" as they win for the first time in 10 Premier League matches.

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Stoke City 3-1 West Bromwich Albion: Result 'hard to believe' for Alan Pardew

West Brom manager Alan Pardew says his side's 3-1 defeat away at Stoke is "hard to believe" and that the Baggies "deserved a lot more than they got".

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Stoke City 3-1 West Bromwich Albion: Mark Hughes hails 'fantastic support'

Stoke manager Mark Hughes thanks the club's owners for their "fantastic support" following his team's 3-1 home win over West Brom, which the Welshman describes as a "relief".

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Swansea City 1-1 Crystal Palace: Roy Hodgson 'satisfied' with point

Crystal Palace manger Roy Hodgson says he is "satisfied" by his side's 1-1 draw away against Swansea, extending their club record unbeaten run in the Premier League to eight games.

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What happened in the Premier League on Saturday?

Manchester City extend their record run of victories as Chelsea lose ground and Newcastle and Stoke get much-needed wins.

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Man City hit four against Bournemouth

Sergio Aguero scores twice as leaders Manchester City extend their winning run to 17 games in the Premier League against Bournemouth.

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Stoke claim vital win over West Brom

Stoke avoided slipping into the relegation zone with victory over West Brom - only their second win in nine Premier League games

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Newcastle win five-goal thriller against West Ham

Newcastle secure their first league win in 10 games as they come from a goal down to beat West Ham in a thriller at London Stadium.

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Ayew penalty sees Swansea draw with Palace

Swansea remain bottom of the Premier League but salvage a point against Crystal Palace thanks to a spectacular equaliser from Jordan Ayew.

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Huddersfield level to earn point at Southampton

Huddersfield come from behind to claim a Premier League point against out-of-form Southampton at St Mary's.

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Gross strikes as Brighton defeat Watford

Pascal Gross' winner gives Brighton their first Premier League victory in eight games as they beat struggling Watford at the Amex Stadium.

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Hamsik breaks Maradona record as Napoli beat Sampdoria

Marek Hamsik breaks Diego Maradona's all-time scoring record for Napoli as they beat Sampdoria to remain top of Serie A.

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Everton 0-0 Chelsea: Antonio Conte praises 'great effort' from Chelsea

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says his side's goalless draw at Everton is a "disappointment" but praises the "great effort" shown by his players.

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Everton 0-0 Chelsea: Sam Allardyce 'delighted' with 'terrific' point

Everton manager Sam Allardyce remains delighted after the Toffees extended his unbeaten run at the club after a 0-0 draw against Chelsea.

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Kilmarnock fight back to beat Rangers

Kris Boyd scored twice in three second-half minutes as Kilmarnock come from behind to defeat Rangers at Rugby Park.

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Thompson returns for Rochdale after cancer

Rochdale midfielder Joe Thompson returns to football after recovering from cancer for a second time.

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Dogged Everton hold Chelsea to extend unbeaten run to six

Everton maintain their unbeaten run under new boss Sam Allardyce as they hold Chelsea to a goalless draw.

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Even Man City U-12s are proving unbeatable

Manchester City Under-12s win the Prospects Cup in Florida by beating US side Weston Soccer Club 3-0.

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What are top managers' 'plans' for Christmas?

This Christmas, BBC Sport put the 'big questions' to the managers, finding out Jose Mourinho's views on Cliff Richard, Antonio Conte's Christmas Eve plans and what gift Mauricio Pochettino sent to Arsene Wenger.

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Saturday's gossip column - Aguero becoming disillusioned under Guardiola

Sergio Aguero is disillusioned at Manchester City, Manchester United to bid for Fulham's Ryan Sessegnon, Monaco might not sell Thomas Lemar, plus more.

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Game of the season? Bosses praise 'thrilling' Arsenal-Liverpool encounter

Arsene Wenger praises the "creative force" on show in a "thrilling game" as his Arsenal side draw 3-3 with Liverpool.

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Espanyol hand Atletico Madrid first La Liga defeat of the season

Atletico Madrid lose for the first time this season to stay six points behind La Liga leaders Barcelona.

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Arsenal 3-3 Liverpool: Gunners were Mr Hyde and Dr Jekyll - Wenger

Manager Arsene Wenger says his Arsenal team showed contrasting sides to their game against Liverpool, coming from 2-0 down to lead 3-2 and eventually draw 3-3.

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Arsenal 3-3 Liverpool: It feels strange to only get a point - Jurgen Klopp

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says it is "difficult to explain" how his side swiftly went from 2-0 ahead to 3-2 down at Arsenal, before equalising to draw 3-3.

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Man Utd's Young warns players about 'sharks'

Young players must to be wary of football "sharks" and focus on winning over the trappings of wealth, says Manchester United winger Ashley Young.

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Vibe's first-half double earns Brentford win at struggling Norwich

Lasse Vibe's first-half double earns Brentford a deserved Championship victory at struggling Norwich.

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Candy cane or Harry Kane? Young's Christmas dilemmas

Manchester United's Ashley Young faces Football Focus's quickfire Christmas questions - will he choose candy cane or Harry Kane?

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A bad day at the office for Neymar?

Paris St-Germain players have a kickabout in Qatar on their winter tour, but forward Neymar's boot ends up in the water.

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Sevilla: Eduardo Berizzo sacked as head coach after seven months in charge

Sevilla sack head coach Eduardo Berizzo after only seven months in charge.

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South America football bosses convicted in corruption trial

The two men have been on trial in the US as part of a major inquiry into corruption at Fifa.

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Sean Dyche: 'I never make it personal - it's a job'

Sean Dyche tells Natalie Pirks about his style of management at Burnley, who have defied expectations so far this season and are in sixth place in the Premier League.

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Everton boss Allardyce critical of Britain's food bank reliance

Everton manager Sam Allardyce accuses Britain of "going back to the Dark Ages" over the growing number of food banks.

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Brighton losses rise to nearly £40m in promotion year

Brighton and Hove Albion's losses increased by £13.1m to nearly £40m in the season they were promoted to the Premier League.

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Premier League predictions: Craig David takes on Mark Lawrenson

Singer-songwriter Craig David, who is a Southampton fan, takes on Mark Lawrenson in this week's Premier League predictions and sees wins for Man City, Chelsea and his beloved Saints.

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Ronaldo and Bale 100% ready to play in El Clasico - Zidane

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Spanish La Liga game between Real Madrid and Barcelona.

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Phil Foden: Manchester City midfielder ruled out with injury by Pep Guardiola

Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden is ruled out of action with a ligament injury, says manager Pep Guardiola.

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Rangers appoint Murty as boss until summer

Interim boss Graeme Murty is appointed Rangers manager until the end of the season.

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Mark Hughes: Stoke City boss denies he must win West Brom game to prevent sack

Stoke City manager Mark Hughes denies he will be sacked if his side fail to beat West Brom in the Premier League on Saturday.

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Arsenal v Liverpool - team news, stats & quotes

Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's Premier League game between Arsenal and Liverpool.

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Man Utd have 'a harder time of it' over Christmas period

Manchester United claim they have "a harder time of it" than their rivals over the festive period - but do the numbers stack up?

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Germany striker Gomez has eyes on World Cup after joining Stuttgart

Germany striker Mario Gomez joins Stuttgart from Wolfsburg and hopes he can break into the World Cup squad.

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N Ireland to play Panama and Costa Rica in friendly games

Northern Ireland will travel to Central America next year to play Panama and Costa Rica in friendly games on 29 May and 3 June.

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Gossip: Inter to move for Man Utd's Mkhitaryan

Swansea may approach Dennis Bergkamp, Man City consider Leonardo Bonucci, Inter Milan want Henirkh Mkhitaryan on loan,, Mark Hughes has Stoke support, plus more.

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Jonny Evans: Captain set to leave West Brom in January

West Brom captain Jonny Evans is set to leave next month after the club failed to persuade the Northern Ireland defender to sign a new contract.

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Victor Wanyama: Tottenham midfielder close to return, says Mauricio Pochettino

Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino says midfielder Victor Wanyama is back training and close to making his return.

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Managing Swansea was 'very challenging' - Clement

Paul Clement says he was managing Swansea City under "very challenging circumstances" this season.

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'It's Christmas isn't it?' 'Zanka' Claus on gift to fans that could cost him £8,000

Defender Mathias Jorgensen has offered to buy every Huddersfield Town fan who travels away to Southampton on Saturday a Christmas drink as thanks for their "amazing" support this season.

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Lawro's predictions v singer and Saints fan Craig David

Mark Lawrenson takes on singer-songwriter Craig David in the latest round of Premier League matches.

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I'll get the respect of the Swansea players - Leon Britton

Swansea caretaker manager Leon Britton says it was "disappointing" to see Paul Clement go but expects the "respect of the players".

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Wembley FC: Non-league club 'face bankruptcy' in Football Association dispute

The chairman of Wembley FC claims the club may be bankrupted by a trademark dispute with the Football Association.

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Sean Dyche: 'The honour in the game is changing'

Burnley manager Sean Dyche says the 'honour in the game is changing'.

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Arsenal v Liverpool last season was epic...

BBC Sport looks back to last season's epic encounter between Arsenal and Liverpool, when seven goals were scored in a stunning opening-weekend encounter at the Emirates.

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Football Focus: Southampton fan Craig David talks Matt Le Tissier

Saints fan Craig David says Southampton icon Matthew Le Tissier was "on a level" with Lionel Messi.

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'It was amazing' - Ball boy on Bristol City celebration

Bristol City ball boy Jaden speaks to BBC Sport about the celebration he shared with Bristol City manager Lee Johnson after their victory over Man Utd.

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Rodgers targets double-digit Celtic lead by 2018

Brendan Rodgers says Celtic will achieve all three of his targets if they extend their Premiership lead to 10 points by the winter break.

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Aberdeen director faces betting charge - including wager on own side to lose

Aberdeen director Duncan Skinner is charged with breaking Scottish football's rules over gambling - including a bet against his own club.

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Man Utd and Man City to face no FA action over derby tunnel incident

The Football Association says Manchester United and Manchester City will face no action over tunnel incident following derby.

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Partick's Fraser apologises for hitting Celtic fan with ball

Partick Thistle midfielder Gary Fraser apologises to the Celtic supporter he struck with a ball during the Premiership loss at Celtic Park.

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Republic of Ireland announce away friendly with Turkey in March

Republic of Ireland will travel in March to take on Turkey in their first game of 2018.

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Puncheon available to play despite weapon charge

Crystal Palace captain Jason Puncheon is available for selection despite being charged with assault and carrying a weapon, manager Roy Hodgson says.

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Bergkamp sacked in Ajax coaching clear-out

Ajax remove their senior coaching team including boss Marcel Keizer and assistants Dennis Bergkamp and Hennie Spijkerman.

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Man City still keen to sign Sanchez but may wait until the summer

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola still has the signing of Arsenal's Alexis Sanchez in his sights but may wait until the summer transfer window.

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Morata booked for goal celebration & suspended for Everton game

Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata will miss Saturday's trip to Everton after being booked in his side's 2-1 win over Bournemouth.

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Pulis not in frame to succeed Clement as Swansea manager

Ex-Baggies boss Tony Pulis is not among Swansea City's preferred candidates to succeed sacked head coach Paul Clement with Leon Britton taking temporary charge.

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What has gone wrong at Swansea City?

BBC Wales Sport looks at what has gone wrong at Swansea City following the sacking of boss Paul Clement.

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James Tarkowski: Burnley defender accepts violent conduct charge

Burnley defender James Tarkowski accepts a charge of violent conduct and will serve a three-match ban with immediate effect.

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'We didn't know whether to laugh, cry or cuddle after beating Man Utd'

Lee Johnson says Bristol City did not know whether to “laugh, cry or cuddle each other” as they beat Manchester United in the Carabao Cup.

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Arsenal: England midfielder Jack Wilshere expects new deal

England international Jack Wilshere expects to sign a new Arsenal contract "in the next couple of weeks".

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Rodgers delighted as Celtic follow rare defeat with victory

Brendan Rodgers praises his Celtic players' quality after they bounce back from a hammering by Hearts with a 2-0 win over Partick Thistle.

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MLS: Nashville named as 24th franchise, in competition's latest expansion

Nashville has been named as the 24th MLS franchise, in the latest expansion of the league.

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Is El Clasico Bale's last chance at Real Madrid?

With Real Madrid and Gareth Bale both struggling for form, is El Clasico the last chance for the Welshman to prove he is worthy to be a 'Galactico'?

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Bristol City win 'lucky but beautiful for football', says Mourinho

Bristol City were "lucky" to beat Manchester United in the Carabao Cup but the result was a "beautiful day for football", said Jose Mourinho.

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Bayern knock holders Dortmund out of German Cup

Jerome Boateng and Thomas Muller score first-half as Bayern Munich beat holders Borussia Dortmund in the German Cup last 16.

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Juventus beat Genoa to reach the Coppa Italia quarters

Paulo Dybala scores his first goal in a month as Juventus beat Genoa to reach the Coppa Italia quarter-finals.

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Mbappe scores on birthday as PSG ease past Caen

Kylian Mbappe scores one and assists another on his 19th birthday as Ligue 1 leaders Paris St-Germain beat Caen.

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Bristol City to play Man City in Carabao Cup semis

Bristol City will play Manchester City in the Carabao Cup semi-finals, with Chelsea facing Arsenal in the other tie.

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Celtic return to winning ways against Partick

Stuart Armstrong and Kieran Tierney score as Celtic return to winning ways against struggling Partick Thistle.

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Guerrero drugs ban halved before World Cup

Peru captain and record scorer Paolo Guerrero could play in the World Cup after his 12-month ban for testing positive for cocaine was halved on appeal.

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Too easy to be racist online - Mings criticises social media platforms

Bournemouth defender Tyrone Mings accuses social media firms of making it "too easy" for racism to exist on their platforms.

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Jorgensen offers to buy a pint for 2,500 Huddersfield fans

Mathias Jorgensen offers to buy every Huddersfield fan who travels to Southampton a Christmas drink as thanks for their support.

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Paul Clement: Swansea sack manager after less than a year in charge

Swansea City sack manager Paul Clement after less than a year in charge with the club bottom of the Premier League.

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Barnsley almost too good to be true - new owners

Barnsley is one of England's "best-run clubs" say their new owners, but what brings a Chinese billionaire and a baseball pioneer to Oakwell?

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2026 World Cup: Tournament would be 'biggest by a wide margin' says US football chief

US football chief Sunil Gulati says the 2026 tournament would be the "biggest World Cup by a wide margin" as the USA, Canada and Mexico prepare a joint bid.

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Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain: Jurgen Klopp wants more goals from Liverpool midfielder

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp wants midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain - signed from Arsenal in the summer - to 'score more goals'.

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Archive: Retiring Rosicky scores World Cup scorcher

Watch former Arsenal and Czech Republic midfielder Tomas Rosicky score a spectacular goal against USA during the 2006 World Cup.

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Clubs should make football more affordable, says Football Supporters Federation

Football fans will spend an average of £171.37 to watch their team in away games this Christmas, says a Football Supporters' Federation study.

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Klopp wants Oxlade-Chamberlain involved in more goals

Liverpool midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain needs to be involved in more goals, says manager Jurgen Klopp.

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Take our quiz: Match the Premier League star to the correct stat

So, it's nearly Christmas, and all you're probably thinking about is whether you're going to beat last year's pigs-in-blankets record. But how much attention have you been paying to the Premier League season so far?

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Raheem Sterling: Man admits racially aggravated attack on Man City winger

A convicted football hooligan is jailed for a racist attack on Manchester City and England winger Raheem Sterling.

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Ex-Arsenal midfielder Rosicky retires

Former Arsenal and Czech Republic midfielder Tomas Rosicky has retired from football at the age of 37.

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Falkirk withdraw from Forth Valley Football Academy to chase Premiership

Falkirk are to end funding of the Forth Valley Football Academy to divert funds towards the first team and their promotion effort.

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EFL Cup: Bristol City players quizzed about Manchester United

Ahead of their EFL Cup quarter-final, Bristol City players face a special quiz about opponents Manchester United.

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Hakeeb Adelakun: Scunthorpe United winger wins EFL Young Player of the Month award

Scunthorpe winger Hakeeb Adelakun, the EFL's Young Player of the Month for November, on growing up and swapping Croydon for Lincolnshire.

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AFC Wimbledon charged by EFL after failing to use MK Dons' full name

AFC Wimbledon are charged by the EFL after failing to use MK Dons' full name when the two sides met in September.

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How a former England defender now gets his kicks from taekwondo

Former Stoke City, Everton, Aston Villa and England left-back Mike Pejic's transfer from football to taekwondo.

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Ex-football coach Eric Cooper cleared of indecent assault

A jury finds Eric Cooper not guilty of two counts of indecently assaulting a teenage boy.

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FA Cup: Carlisle United 3-1 Gillingham highlights

Hallam Hope's first-half double helps Carlisle United to a 3-1 home win against Gillingham and an FA Cup third round meeting with Sheffield Wednesday.

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Ex-Australia boss Postecoglou joins Yokohama

Former Australia boss Ange Postecoglou will take charge of Japanese club side Yokohama F. Marinos.

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Hearts owner Budge to stay for 'at least another three years'

Hearts owner Ann Budge tells BBC Scotland she will "finish this project" before thinking about leaving Tynecastle.

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'I've read all of Jose's books' - Johnson excited for Man Utd match

Bristol City manager Lee Johnson faces Man Utd boss Jose Mourinho on Wednesday - and has dreams of emulating the Portuguese.

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'I'm sure he'd have done the same for me' - Mariappa on £10,000 prison loan for Deeney

Adrian Mariappa says a £10,000 loan to Troy Deeney's family during his Watford team-mate's prison spell was "what you do for someone you care about".

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Norwich City force 'persistently standing' fans to move

Norwich City Football Club say the fans pose an "unacceptable level of risk".

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Chelsea v Bournemouth (Wed) - team news & match facts

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Bournemouth.

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Carlisle United v Gillingham

Live coverage of Tuesday's FA Cup game between Carlisle United and Gillingham.

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Manuel Lanzini: West Ham forward given two-game ban for diving

West Ham playmaker Manuel Lanzini is banned for two matches for diving during Saturday's Premier League win at Stoke.

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Troy Deeney: Watford captain given four-match ban after losing red card appeal

Watford captain Troy Deeney is banned for four games after losing an appeal against the red card he received against Huddersfield.

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Hamilton Academical, Ross County and Giannis Skondras charged over melee

Hamilton defender Giannis Skondras, and both clubs, are issued notices of complaint over a scuffle in Accies' win over Ross County.

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Bristol City v Manchester United

Bristol City boss Lee Johnson hopes one of his players can be a "hero" in the Carabao Cup quarter-final against Manchester United.

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Anita Asante: Chelsea Ladies re-sign midfielder from Swedish side Rosengard

Women's Super League side Chelsea Ladies re-sign midfielder Anita Asante from Rosengard until 2020.

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Johnson's £450 bottle of wine for Mourinho

Bristol City boss Lee Johnson has a "£450 bottle of wine" ready for the visit of Manchester United's Jose Mourinho in the Carabao Cup.

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Antoine Griezmann: Atletico Madrid to report Barcelona to Fifa

Atletico Madrid are to report Barcelona to Fifa over an alleged illegal approach for striker Antoine Griezmann.

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Rangers' Miller faces 'significant' absence

Rangers striker Kenny Miller is ruled out for a "significant" period with a ruptured hamstring.

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Celtic: Marvin Compper in Scotland before Leipzig switch

RB Leipzig central defender Marvin Compper arrives at Glasgow Airport before his proposed transfer to Celtic.

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Barnsley: Consortium completes takeover of Championship club

A consortium led by Chinese businessman Chien Lee completes a takeover of Championship club Barnsley.

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Raheem Sterling: Police make an arrest over claims of 'hate crime'

Police investigating allegations Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling was the subject of a "hate crime" make an arrest.

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Sanchez has 'clocked off' from Arsenal - Wright

Former Arsenal striker Ian Wright says that Gunners' forward Alexis Sanchez is "not putting in a shift" for the club.

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Margaret Dodds: The centenarian Bristol City fan

Margaret Dodds is 100 years old and has been watching Bristol City play at Ashton Gate for decades.

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Gossip: Man City ready to join chase for Zaha

A chase is on for Wilfried Zaha, Eden Hazard is a Real Madrid target, West Ham plan double signing, plus more.

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Everton 3-1 Swansea City: Sam Allardyce 'delighted' with comeback

Sam Allardyce says the "desperate situation" Everton were in on his arrival has now become a "comfortable" one following their third win in four games.

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Everton 3-1 Swansea City: It's a very disappointing result - Paul Clement

Paul Clement says his team's 3-1 defeat at Everton was a "very disappointing result", which leaves the Swans at the bottom of the Premier League.

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Manchester City: Kevin de Bruyne and Fernandinho close to new deals

Manchester City are close to agreeing a new long-term contract with star midfielder Kevin de Bruyne.

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David Moyes: West Ham boss says 'I can do any job in the world'

David Moyes says he could manage any team in the world and wants to prove it at West Ham.

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Lingard says Man Utd 'would be top any other year' - but is he right?

Manchester United midfielder Jesse Lingard says his side would be top of the Premier League "in any other year".

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Romelu Lukaku: Manchester United striker apologises after noise complaint

Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku apologises after police respond to five noise complaints at a house he was renting in the summer.

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How have Ipswich fared in Evans' 10 years as owner?

Ten years after businessman Marcus Evans became Ipswich Town owner, BBC Look East looks at how the club has fared during his tenure.

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James Tarkowski: Burnley defender charged with violent conduct after Brighton draw

Burnley defender James Tarkowski is charged with violent conduct following an incident in Saturday's draw with Brighton.

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'It breaks my heart' - Guardiola considers changes for Leicester cup tie

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's EFL Cup game between Leicester City and Manchester City.

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'Let's get rid of diving' - West Ham manager David Moyes annoyed by Lanzini charge

West Ham boss David Moyes wants to "get rid" of diving but says he was "surprised" by the FA's decision to charge Manuel Lanzini.

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Hart to start for Hammers in cup quarter-final at Arsenal

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's EFL Cup game between Arsenal and West Ham United.

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Man City draw Chelsea in WSL Continental Cup semi-finals

Manchester City Women travel to Chelsea Ladies and Reading home to Arsenal in the WSL Continental Cup semi-finals.

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Joy for Roy: Palace's revival & the weekend's key stats in focus

Roy Hodgson works his magic, Burnley's consistency pays dividends and Mohamed Salah sets another record - the best stats of the week.

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Celtic need defensive recruitment - Scottish Premiership analysis

BBC commentator Rob Maclean makes a case for Celtic defensive recruitment and highlights some of the weekend's top performers.

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'We have plenty of candidates for England job - but not a lot are women'

The FA is struggling to find female candidates for the England manager's job, says head of women's football Baroness Sue Campbell.

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Huddersfield's Kachunga out for up to three months

Huddersfield forward Elias Kachunga will be sidelined for up to three months because of medial ligament damage sustained at Watford.

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Wayne Rooney 'really enjoying' community service

The Everton striker said he was made to feel welcome at the garden centre where he is working.

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West Ham's Lanzini could face FA diving ban

West Ham playmaker Manuel Lanzini could face an FA ban for diving in the Premier League win over Stoke on Saturday.

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Everton v Swansea - team news, stats & manager quotes

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

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Palace midfielder Puncheon on weapon charge

Jason Puncheon was held after a disturbance on the street near a Surrey nightclub.

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Current Man City side greatest ever - Gallagher

Manchester City fan and musician Noel Gallagher says the current team is the 'greatest of all time'.

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On-loan Hegazi makes West Brom move permanent

On-loan defender Ahmed Hegazi joins West Bromwich Albion on a permanent basis for an undisclosed fee.

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Will Facebook or Amazon bid for Premier League rights?

The next round of Premier League football television rights are up for grabs for the three years from 2019 to 2022.

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Raheem Sterling: Police investigate 'hate crime' against Manchester City winger

Police are investigating after Manchester City's Raheem Sterling is the subject of what they are treating as a "hate crime".

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Celtic's 69-game unbeaten run by the numbers

A look back at Celtic's 69 game unbeaten run in 69 seconds after Hearts became the first team in 70 attempts to beat them.

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Watch highlights as Celtic's 69-game unbeaten domestic run ends

Hearts emphatically beat Celtic at a boisterous Tynecastle and end the champions' 69-game unbeaten run. (UK only)

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Which two Man City players make Garth Crooks' team of the week? Plus pick your own

Who is "Mr Dependable"? Who is the "baby-faced assassin"? Which player showed courage? Find out in Garth Crooks' team of the week.

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Man Utd chase £60m Sandro - Gossip

Manchester United to bid for Alex Sandro, Barcelona push for Antoine Griezmann deal, Chelsea ponder Wilfried Zaha bid, plus more.

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Man City to discuss new Guardiola deal in summer

Man City will hold contract talks with manager Pep Guardiola in the summer as they aim to build a dynasty to rival that of Man Utd.

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Analysis: 'Fear of losing is stopping teams going for the win'

MOTD2 pundit Phil Neville on how the Premier League relegation battle is stifling sides, and which teams he fears for the most.

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Suarez and Paulinho doubles put Barca six points clear

Luis Suarez and Paulinho both score twice as Barcelona beat Deportivo La Coruna to go six points clear at the top of La Liga.

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Griezmann apologises after painting himself black for fancy-dress party

Antoine Griezmann apologises after initially telling people to "calm down" in response to outrage he sparked by painting himself black.

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American Office actress among Swansea owners

Actress Mindy Kaling, who starred in the American version of The Office, is among the owners of Premier League Swansea City, BBC Sport Wales can reveal.

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BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year 2017: Footballer Phil Foden wins

Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden caps a brilliant 2017 by winning the BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year award.

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Bournemouth 0-4 Liverpool: Cherries lacked rhythm - Eddie Howe

Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe admits his side lacked rhythm during their 4-0 defeat by Liverpool.

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AFC Bournemouth 0-4 Liverpool: Jurgen Klopp insists Liverpool need to be consistent

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says even though he is pleased with the 4-0 win against Bournemouth, his team must find consistency.

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Peterborough score twice in last three minutes to win at Fleetwood

Peterborough United score twice in the final three minutes as they twice come from behind to win at Fleetwood Town.

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Highlights: Real Madrid win Club World Cup

A Cristiano Ronaldo free-kick seal 1-0 win for Real Madrid against Gremio in the final of the Club World Cup.

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West Brom 1-2 Man Utd: Baggies will be difficult for everyone - Jose Mourinho

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho hails an "important victory" as his side win 2-1 at West Brom.

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West Brom 1-2 Man Utd: Alan Pardew admits he made a mistake with his team selection

Alan Pardew admits that he made a mistake with his West Brom team selection and says that they have a lot of work to do from now until the end of the season.

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I did all right, says 16-year-old Hearts scorer Cochrane

Harry Cochrane, 16, modestly accepts the plaudits as he describes his display in Hearts' 4-0 win over Celtic as "all right".

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Hearts 4-0 Celtic: Unbeaten run may stand forever, says Brendan Rodgers

Celtic's 69-game unbeaten domestic run, ended emphatically by Hearts, may never be surpassed, says manager Brendan Rodgers.

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Watch: Celtic 'created history' - Rodgers

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers says his players "created history" after their 69-game unbeaten run was finally ended by Hearts.

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Kaka: Former Brazil, AC Milan and Real Madrid midfielder announces retirement

Former AC Milan and Real Madrid midfielder Kaka, a 2002 World Cup winner with Brazil, ends his playing career at the age of 35.

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Chelsea Ladies, Arsenal Women & Man City Women reach last four

Chelsea Ladies, Arsenal Women and Manchester City Women all book their place in the Continental Tyres Cup semi-finals.

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Mark Hughes 'on the brink at Stoke City' - Match of the Day 2 extra pundits

After a 3-0 home defeat against West Ham, Match of the Day 2 extra pundits discuss Mark Hughes' future at Stoke City with Chris Sutton saying the Welshman is on "the brink."

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Milan beaten by lowly Verona

AC Milan suffer their second embarrassing result in a month as they fall to a heavy defeat at Verona.

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MOTD Extra: Dele Alli's form a big problem, says Chris Sutton

Tottenham midfielder Dele Alli has "gone missing this season" and his form is a "big problem", says MOTD Extra pundit Chris Sutton.

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West Bromwich Albion v Manchester United

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

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Heart of Midlothian v Celtic (Sun)

Hearts boss Craig Levein says Arnaud Djoum could be out until after the winter break while Jamie Walker and Aaron Hughes are also likely to miss Celtic's visit on Sunday.

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Bournemouth v Liverpool (Sun)

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

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Gossip: Man United consider bringing back Evans

Manchester United interested in bringing Jonny Evans back to Old Trafford, Jurgen Klopp says Naby Keita will not join Liverpool in January, plus more.

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Hamsik equals Maradona record as Napoli go top

Marek Hamsik equals Diego Maradona's record as Napoli's all-time top goalscorer as the Italian side beat Torino to go top of Serie A.

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Torres goal puts Atletico second in La Liga

Fernando Torres scores his first La Liga goal of the season as Atletico Madrid move up to second with victory over Alaves.

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Ulreich saves late penalty to send Bayern 11 points clear

Bayern Munich goalkeeper Sven Ulreich saves a 95th-minute penalty as the Bundesliga leaders beat Stuttgart.

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Sunderland: Boss Chris Coleman says club still face 'huge challenges' after ending wait for home win

BBC Sport takes an in-depth look at how Sunderland finally ended their 364-day wait for a home win with a 1-0 victory over Fulham.

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Neymar double in easy PSG win at Rennes

Neymar marks his return to the Paris St-Germain team with two goals and two assists as the Ligue 1 leaders sweep aside Rennes.

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Pep Guardiola: Man City boss says good performance more important than winning run

Man City boss Pep Guardiola was happy to see his team maintain their winning run in the Premier League by beating Tottenham 4-1, but the performance was more important.

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Man City 4-1 Tottenham: Mauricio Pochettino says Spurs can learn from heavy loss

Mauricio Pochettino admits Man City were the better team as they sent his Tottenham side to a 4-1 defeat, but insists the match was still "good experience" for his players.

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Cardiff beat Hull to keep pressure on Wolves

Sol Bamba's header helps Cardiff City keep the pressure on Championship leaders Wolves while Hull hover above the drop zone.

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Stoke 0-3 West Ham: Stoke 'damaged' by penalty decision - Mark Hughes

Mark Hughes says Stoke were left "damaged" by the penalty decision that led to West Ham's opener as the Potters bad streak continues with just one win out of their last eight games.

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Stoke 0-3 West Ham: Hammers gaining momentum - Moyes

West Ham manager David Moyes says "things are getting better" for his team, after they recorded their third clean sheet in the space of a week with a 3-0 win at Stoke.

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Goal drought ends after 1,106 minutes & Ndidi's unhappy birthday - best Premier League stats

Christian Benteke ending his goal scoring drought and Wilfred Ndidi's unhappy birthday feature in the best stats from the Premier League on Saturday.

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Brighton 0-0 Burnley: Sean Dyche applauds a 'mammoth effort' from Clarets

Manager Sean Dyche applauds a "mammoth effort" from his players after Burnley survive a penalty to draw 0-0 with Brighton.

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Watford 1-4 Huddersfield: Everton link has not harmed Watford - Silva

Watford boss Marco Silva says being linked with the manager's job at Everton is not to blame for the Hornets' slump in form, after Huddersfield won 4-1 at Vicarage Road.

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Arsenal 1-0 Newcastle: We need additional players in January - Rafael Benitez

Rafael Benitez says Newcastle will need to sign players in the forthcoming transfer window to help the squad, as the Magpies suffered a fourth defeat in a row.

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Brighton 0-0 Burnley: Chris Hughton encouraged despite 0-0 draw with Burnley

Brighton boss is encouraged his side created chances, despite striker Glenn Murray missing a penalty in their goalless draw with Burnley.

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Chelsea 1-0 Southampton: Mauricio Pellegrino pleased Saints competed until the end

Mauricio Pellegrino is pleased with the way his team "showed another face" and bounced back from their 4-1 home defeat in midweek to remain competitive against Chelsea, despite eventually losing 1-0 to the champions.

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Chelsea 1-0 Southampton: Antonio Conte believes his team 'dominated' the game

Antonio Conte says Chelsea dominated the game and were unlucky not to score more in their 1-0 victory over Southampton.

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Watford 1-4 Huddersfield: David Wagner proud of 'unbelievable' Terriers

Huddersfield boss David Wagner says his side's 4-1 win at Watford was down to an "unbelievable" performance from his players.

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Arsenal 1-0 Newcastle: Mesut Ozil's goal was a gem - Arsene Wenger

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says Mesut Ozil's volleyed goal was a "gem" as the Gunners move back into the top four with a narrow victory.

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St Johnstone end 46-year wait for league win at Ibrox

St Johnstone come from behind to beat Rangers and win a league game at Ibrox for the first time since 1971.

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Boyd scores winner as Motherwell lose fourth in a row

Kilmarnock make it back-to-back home wins as Scott Boyd forces in the only goal against Motherwell at Rugby Park.

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Sunderland end 364-day wait for home win

Josh Maja scores on his home debut to condemn Fulham to defeat and give Sunderland their first home win in nearly a year.

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Derby beat promotion rivals Villa

In-form Derby County boost their promotion hopes with a win over play-off rivals Aston Villa.

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What happened today in the Premier League?

Redemption for Christian Benteke, wins for Chelsea and Arsenal, plus Watford's disciplinary issues continue - catch up on all of Saturday's action.

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Leicester 0-1 Crystal Palace: Defeat a lesson for the future - Puel

Leicester manager Claude Puel says he and his side learned "a lesson for the future", after losing 3-0 at home to Crystal Palace.

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Leicester 0-3 Crystal Palace: Christian Benteke has shown strong character - Roy Hodgson

Roy Hodgson says Christian Benteke delivered on his "promise to make-up" for his last-minute penalty miss against Bournemouth, in their 3-0 away victory over Leicester.

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Motherwell sign goalkeeper Gennadios Xenodochov until mid-January

Motherwell sign Greek goalkeeper Gennadios Xenodochov on a short-term deal as extra cover for injured Trevor Carson.

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Cold weather hits Scottish football fixtures

Livingston v Morton is one of four Scottish fixtures postponed because of the cold weather a pitch inspection due at Raith Rovers v Albion Rovers.

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Leicester City v Crystal Palace

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

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Arsenal v Newcastle United

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

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Brighton & Hove Albion v Burnley

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Brighton & Hove Albion and Burnley.

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Chelsea v Southampton

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

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Stoke City v West Ham United

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

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Watford v Huddersfield Town

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

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Manchester City v Tottenham Hotspur

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

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Jurgen Klopp acts as the 12th player on the pitch - Jordan Ibe

Bournemouth winger Jordan Ibe explains his relationship with former manager Jurgen Klopp ahead of the Cherries' fixture against Liverpool.

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Aberdeen v Hibs - team news, stats & quotes

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Scottish Premiership game between Aberdeen and Hibernian.

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BBC Sport advent calendar: Nemanja Matic thunderbolt sends Chelsea to FA Cup

Day 16 of BBC Sport's advent calendar, Nemanja Mati, then a Chelsea player, scores a thunderbolt to give the Blues a 4-2 lead against Tottenham the FA Cup semi-final.

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Saturday's gossip column - Ancelotti heading back to Chelsea

Ancelotti heading back to Chelsea, Blues want Monaco's Lemar in exchange for Batshuayi, Crystal Palace target Carrillo, plus more.

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Sevilla boss Berizzo returns to sideline in draw with Levante after cancer surgery

Sevilla boss Eduardo Berizzo returns to the sideline after his prostate cancer surgery - as winger Jesus Navas breaks the club's appearance record.

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Man Utd: Jose Mourinho may allow Henrikh Mkhitaryan to leave

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says "every player has his price", which may pave the way for the January departure of Henrikh Mkhitaryan.

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Monaco thrash 10-man St Etienne

Monaco move to within six points of Ligue 1 leaders Paris St-Germain with a routine win at 10-man St Etienne.

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Marcelo Bielsa: Lille part company with Argentine coach

Lille part company with head coach Marcelo Bielsa just seven months after the former Argentina manager was appointed.

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AC Milan: Uefa refuses Serie A club's FFP request after Chinese takeover

Uefa has rejected AC Milan's request to waive Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules, because they remain unconvinced about the Italian club's Chinese backers.

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Republic of Ireland to play France in Paris friendly

The Republic of Ireland are to play France in Paris for the first time since the 2009 controversial Thierry Henry handball incident.

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Real Madrid boss Zidane welcomes return of 'happy' Bale before Club World Cup final

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Club World Cup game between Real Madrid and Gremio.

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More top players may want to leave Spurs, says boss Mauricio Pochettino

Mauricio Pochettino says more top players may want to leave Tottenham to win trophies, but the Argentine is not worried.

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Raheem Sterling: Man City forward 'critical' despite best season yet

Manchester City's Raheem Sterling says he is always critical of himself, despite enjoying the most productive season of his career.

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Pep Guardiola gives us the 'blueprint' for success - Raheem Sterling

Manchester City midfielder Raheem Sterling opens up about his relationship with manager Pep Guardiola.

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Man City are 'best team in Europe' - Pochettino

Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino says this weekend's opponents Manchester City are the "best team in Europe".

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FA will name new England Women's coach in 2018

The Football Association will not appoint a new England Women's national team head coach before the end of the year.

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Fifa warns Spanish FA over interference in election

The Spanish football association (RFEF) says Fifa has warned that its forthcoming election must be free from government interference.

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Pep Guardiola: Manchester City boss says he would not get into the team

Pep Guardiola says his record-breaking Manchester City team is so good he would not have been able to get into it during his successful playing career.

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Has Sean Dyche banned social media at Burnley? - Jack Cork spills the beans

Burnley midfielder Jack Cork reveals why he and his team-mates steer clear of social media.

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Ronaldo, Neymar & Tierney - Celtic star on mixing with Champions League elite

Highly-rated Celtic defender Kieran Tierney reacts to being named in a website's team of the Champions League group stages and gives his thoughts on the secrets behind Celtic's incredible 70-match unbeaten run.

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Michael O'Neill: Northern Ireland manager indicates he will remain in job

Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill hopes to take the team to Euro 2020 after revealing he has not spoken to any other national teams.

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WWE's John Cena brings his own unique take to this week's Football Focus predictions

WWE wrestler and actor John Cena takes on BBC football expert Mark Lawrenson in the Football Focus prediction challenge.

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Michael O'Neill hints at Northern Ireland stay

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill says he has not spoken to other national teams as he indicates that he will remain in the job.

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Fifa suspends Brazil federation president Del Nero

Brazil's football federation president is suspended for 90 days while he is under a Fifa ethics investigation.

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Aaron Ramsey: Injured Arsenal midfielder set for three weeks out

Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey could miss five Premier League games with a hamstring injury picked up against Southampton.

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Graham Dorrans: Rangers midfielder out for three months after surgery

Rangers midfielder Graham Dorrans will be missing for a further three months following ankle surgery.

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Ex-Scotland keeper Douglas emerges from 'scary, lonely' place of bankruptcy

Former Scotland goalkeeper Rab Douglas has come through bankruptcy, but also a career full of achievements, and a fall-out with John Brown.

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Sheffield Wednesday v Wolves team news

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

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Premier League festive fixtures: Which clubs have toughest schedule?

Each Premier League team plays four games over the Christmas period, but how much recovery time do they have?

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MOTD analysis: Why Pochettino has a point to prove when Spurs face Man City

Tottenham’s title hopes are over but Mauricio Pochettino’s side need to show they belong at the top when they play Manchester City on Saturday, says Jermaine Jenas.

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Friday's gossip column - Man Utd enquire about Willian

Man Utd enquire about Chelsea's Willian, Mkhitaryan could leave Old Trafford, Man City want Southampton's Van Dijk, plus more.

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FA Cup: Hereford FC 0-2 Fleetwood Town highlights

Fleetwood Town captain Cian Bolger scores a brace to set up a third-round tie against Leicester City at the expense of non-league Hereford FC.

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Fleetwood beat Hereford to set up Leicester tie

Fleetwood will host Leicester City in the FA Cup third round after beating Hereford in a replay at Edgar Street.

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Calvert-Lewin, Kenny and Holgate sign new deals at Everton

Everton forward Dominic Calvert-Lewin and defenders Jonjoe Kenny and Mason Holgate sign long-term deals at the club.

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Premier League predictions: Lawro v actor & WWE star John Cena

Mark Lawrenson takes on actor & WWE star John Cena in the latest round of Premier League matches.

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'We know where the evil comes from' - AC Milan back Donnarumma after fans abuse

AC Milan say they "know where the evil comes from" after 18-year-old keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma was left in tears by fans amid reports he wants to leave.

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Jose Mourinho: Man Utd boss asked to clarify comments about Man City

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is asked to clarify the comments he made before Sunday's derby defeat by Manchester City.

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Bournemouth's training-ground plan approved

Premier League club Bournemouth have plans for a new training-ground complex approved by a local council.

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Pregnant Chelsea Ladies boss Hayes hopes twins arrive after season ends

Chelsea Ladies manager Emma Hayes announces she is expecting twins at the end of the current Women's Super League season.

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Ex-cricketer Botham named Scunthorpe club president

Scunthorpe appoint former England cricketer Sir Ian Botham as their new club president.

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Louis Moult: Preston agree deal for Motherwell striker

Motherwell agree a January deal to sell top scorer Louis Moult to Preston for an undisclosed fee.

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Manchester City are 'one of the best teams ever' - Alan Shearer

Match of the Day's Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer discuss Manchester City's 15-match winning run, with Shearer in "no doubt" they are one of the best teams ever.

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Eric Bailly: Man Utd boss Jose Mourinho says defender's ankle injury is 'serious'

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho says defender Eric Bailly may need surgery on a "serious" ankle injury.

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Premier League: Man City's record-breaking run in numbers

How the Premier League leaders are tearing towards new milestones as they forge ahead of their domestic rivals.

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FA Cup: Crewe Alexandra 0-1 Blackburn Rovers highlights

Danny Graham's first-half goal is enough for Blackburn to beat Crewe 1-0 and secure a home FA Cup third round tie against Championship side Hull.

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Tottenham 2-0 Brighton: Mauricio Pochettino praises 'fantastic' Spurs

Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino says his side's performance was "fantastic" during their 2-0 win against Brighton.

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Lewandowski sends Bayern nine points clear

Robert Lewandowski scores his 15th goal in 16 league games as Bayern Munich beat Cologne to move nine points clear at the top of the Bundesliga.

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Divock Origi misses open goal for Wolfsburg

Liverpool striker Divock Origi, on loan at German club Wolfsburg, misses an open goal from just a few yards out against RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga.

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Thursday's gossip column - Ozil favours Man Utd move

Arsenal midfielder could opt for Premier League rivals, Barca maestro wants Liverpool playmaker, Newcastle eye double swoop, plus more.

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Newcastle 0-1 Everton: Sam Allardyce baffled by Toffees' previous defensive problems

Everton manager Sam Allardyce believes his players had the drive to grind out a 1-0 win over Newcastle and is baffled as to why Everton conceded so many goals with this defence before his arrival.

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West Ham 0-0 Arsenal: Draw is very frustrating - Arsene Wenger

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says it was "very frustrating" that it was 10 v 10 in West Ham's box for much of his side's goalless draw away at the Hammers.

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Liverpool 0-0 West Brom: Jurgen Klopp says his side 'have to do better'

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admits his side "have to do better" after failing to take a number of chances during their 0-0 draw against West Brom at Anfield.

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West Ham 0-0 Arsenal: David Moyes says Hammers have been soft but are becoming more tough

West Ham United boss David Moyes says his side have been "soft" and easy to play against in recent weeks, but are becoming more robust and resilient after a goalless draw at home to Arsenal.

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Rangers beat Hibs for fourth straight league win

Rangers come from a goal down to stun wasteful Hibernian at Easter Road, and win their fourth Scottish Premiership match in a row.

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Two goals in a minute help Celtic beat Hamilton

Celtic maintain their five-point lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership thanks to two goals within a minute against Hamilton Accies.

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Man Utd 1-0 Bournemouth: Jose Mourinho says 'if the title is over, I'll go on holiday tomorrow'

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho insists the title is not over following a narrow 1-0 victory over Bournemouth.

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Liverpool 0-0 West Brom: Alan Pardew thrilled with 'excellent' result

West Brom boss Alan Pardew says he is very happy with the "excellent" way that the Baggies held on for a 0-0 draw away against Liverpool, and agrees that the one point feels like three.

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Southampton 1-4 Leicester: Claude Puel happy with 'very good' Foxes result

Leicester manager Claude Puel is "happy" with Leicester's comfortable 4-1 victory on his return to former club Southampton, thanks to two goals from striker Shinji Okazaki.

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Swansea 0-4 Man City: Pep Guardiola says his side are not going to get complacent

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says his side "will not get complacent" after a 4-0 victory away at Swansea extends their record-breaking run of consecutive top-flight wins to 15.

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Swansea 0-4 Man City: Paul Clement felt 'horrible' watching Swans 'suffering'

Swansea City boss Paul Clement says he felt "horrible" being on the end of a 4-0 thrashing by Manchester City and his side "suffered" from their dominant possession.

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What happened in the Premier League on Wednesday?

Manchester City continue their record run of wins but Manchester United keep within 11 points of the leaders.

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Club World Cup: Al Jazira 1-2 Real Madrid highlights

Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bales spare the Spanish champions' blushes after they come from 1-0 down to win 2-1 against Abu Dhabi's Al Jazira in the Club World Cup semi-final.

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WSL: Brighton manager Hope Powell's hopes for new WSL 1 club

With Brighton set to join the top tier of English women's football in 2018-19 and become a full-time, professional club, manager Hope Powell talks about her seven-year plan for the club.

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Crewe Alexandra v Blackburn Rovers

Live coverage of Wednesday's FA Cup second-round replay between Crewe Alexandra and Blackburn Rovers.

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Lazio fans give referee's cafe negative reviews after controversial red card

Lazio's Ciro Immobile was given a controversial red card by referee Piero Giacomelli - so they decided to get their revenge in an unusual way

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Neil Warnock: Cardiff boss charged by FA after sending off in Reading draw

Cardiff boss Neil Warnock is charged with misconduct by the Football Association following his sending-off during the draw at Reading.

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Rafa Benitez hoping for 'good news' this weel on future of Newcastle

Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez is hopeful of some "good news" regarding the potential takeover over of the club after their midweek Premier League clash against Everton.

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Newcastle takeover: Mike Ashley close to agreeing £300m deal to sell club

Newcastle's owner Mike Ashley is close to reaching a £300m deal with British businesswoman Amanda Staveley over the sale of the club.

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Wales football chief faces investigation over next manager 'definitely not English' comment

FAW chief executive Jonathan Ford is to face a disciplinary panel over stating the next Wales manager could be foreign "but definitely not English".

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Stoke City: Mark Hughes 'more than happy' with performance in loss at Burnley

Mark Hughes says Stoke City will 'win more games than we lose' if his side maintain the form they showed at Burnley.

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Women's Super League clubs set to learn licence application results

The FA is to inform WSL clubs on Wednesday as to whether their applications for a licence for 2018-19 were successful.

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Anthony Kay scores 'goal of his life' for Port Vale in FA Cup defeat by Yeovil

Anthony Kay scores the 'goal of his life' for Port Vale in their 3-2 FA Cup defeat by Yeovil.

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Chelsea's £80 bid for Monaco forward - gossip

Chelsea eye Monaco forward, West Ham target Arsenal midfielder, Juventus defender may favour Chelsea over Red Devils, plus more.

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Dortmund give new boss Stoger winning start

Borussia Dortmund secure their first Bundesliga victory since September with a 2-0 win at Mainz.

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Late Boyd strike rescues point for Klimarnock

Kris Boyd equalises just after avoiding a second yellow card as Kilmarnock come from two down to draw with Ross County.

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I'm sorry if we upset Man Utd, but not if it was just Mourinho - Guardiola

Pep Guardiola says he apologises if Man City's celebrations offended Man United as a whole, but not if only Jose Mourinho was upset.

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Watch as Mourinho criticises media as he leaves news conference

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho criticises the media for not asking enough questions about Bournemouth in the pre-match news conference.

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Hearts into top six after victory over Dundee

Hearts return to the top six following a second home win of the season as Isma Goncalves and Christophe Berra score to defeat Dundee.

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Burnley 1-0 Stoke: It's important the fans have dreams - Sean Dyche

Burnley boss Sean Dyche says "it's important the fans have dreams" following their 1-0 victory over Stoke which sees the Clarets move into fourth place in the Premier League.

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FA Cup: Peterborough United 5-2 Woking highlights

Peterborough's Jack Marriott scores twice as they shake off non-league Woking 5-2 to reach the FA Cup third round.

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Late Wigan double ends AFC Fylde's FA Cup run

Will Grigg scores two late goals as Wigan book an FA Cup third-round trip to Premier League side Bournemouth by beating AFC Fylde.

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Hampden Park: Mixed views on national stadium within Scottish football

Managers and players express differing views about whether Hampden should continue as Scotland's national stadium.

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'Salah used to text me that he couldn't score, now he's becoming a boss'

Former Ivory Coast striker Didier Drogba says newly crowned BBC African Footballer of the Year Mohamed Salah is growing into a leader.

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Shuttle buses, tea troubles and pitch problems – has West Ham's stadium move failed?

It was supposed to take them to the next level but West Ham have struggled since their London Stadium move. But why? Simon Stone investigates.

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Hereford enlist JCB in battle to get FA Cup tie on

Hereford enlist the help of a JCB and fans with shovels to ensure the FA Cup second-round replay with Fleetwood goes ahead.

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Pep Guardiola and Jose Mourinho on what happened after the Manchester derby

Managers Pep Guardiola and Jose Mourinho are asked about what happened after the derby at Old Trafford.

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Real aiming for third Club World Cup

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Club World Cup game between Al Jazira and Real Madrid.

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Liverpool v West Bromwich Albion (Wed)

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

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Manchester United v Bournemouth (Wed)

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

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Newcastle United v Everton (Wed)

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

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Southampton v Leicester City (Wed)

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

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Swansea City v Manchester City (Wed)

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

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Tottenham v Brighton & Hove Albion (Wed)

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Premier League game between Tottenham and Brighton & Hove Albion.

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West Ham United v Arsenal (Wed)

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

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Toby Alderweireld: Tottenham defender out until February, says Mauricio Pochettino

Tottenham defender Toby Alderweireld will not return from a hamstring problem until February, manager Mauricio Pochettino confirms.

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'I've been partying since Saturday' - Altidore's epic victory speech

Jozy Altidore had lots to say to fans at Toronto FC's victory parade following their MLS Cup triumph.

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Arsenal Women: Meet Joe Montemurro - the Gunners' new coach

Australian coach Joe Montemurro talks to the Women's Football Show about settling into life at Arsenal Women, the Ashes and his success with former side Melbourne City.

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Man City players didn't over-celebrate - Guardiola

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola denies his players over-celebrated Sunday's derby win, saying: "I am the guy who encouraged each other to celebrate."

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