Peter Crouch: Ex-England striker tells podcast he felt 'degraded' at end of career

Former England and Premier League striker Peter Crouch says he felt "degraded" during his final season as a player.

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Peter Crouch says he retired from football because he 'felt degraded'

Peter Crouch says he retired from football because he "felt degraded" and had become "a head on a stick".

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Football gossip: Aubameyang, Chilwell, Calvert-Lewin, Ronaldo, Dembele, Xhaka

Inter join race for Aubameyang, Chelsea and Manchester City want Chilwell, Ronaldo set for new Juventus deal, plus more.

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Bobby Madley: Former Premier League referee reveals he was sacked after filming video appearing to mock disabled person

Former Premier League referee Bobby Madley says he was sacked after filming a video in which he appears to mock a disabled person.

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Norwich manager admits the club need a 'miracle' to stay in the Premier League

Norwich boss Daniel Farke admits it will be a "miracle" if his side can stay in the Premier League this season.

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Celtic: Ryan Christie faces ban for Alfredo Morelos genital grab

Celtic midfielder Ryan Christie faces a two-game ban after being charged with attempting to grab Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos by the genitals during Sunday's Old Firm game.

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David Moyes: New West Ham manager 'best person for job' - captain Mark Noble

Captain Mark Noble calls on West Ham supporters to "get behind" new manager David Moyes, adding he is the "best person for the job".

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Joey Barton: Fleetwood boss given touchline ban for abusive language to ref

Fleetwood boss Joey Barton receives a one-match touchline ban for abusive language towards match officials in their draw with Bristol Rovers.

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Ian Holloway: Grimsby Town appoint ex-QPR and Crystal Palace boss as new manager

Ian Holloway is named manager of "unfashionable" Grimsby Town - after holding talks at a fish restaurant in Cleethorpes.

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Erling Braut Haaland: How Germany reacted to Dortmund's coup

"The most spectacular transfer of the winter" - read how Germany reacted to Borussia Dortmund's signing of Erling Braut Haaland.

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Watch your Scottish Premiership club's goal of the season so far

With the campaign just past the halfway point, watch the goal of the season so far by each of the clubs in the Scottish Premiership.

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Twelve months, 12 questions - the Scottish football quiz of 2019

What can you remember from the past 12 months in Scottish football? Try your hand at the BBC Sport Scotland quiz.

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Derby County v Barnsley: Wayne Rooney set for Rams debut

Wayne Rooney could start on his Derby County debut on Thursday when they host Championship strugglers Barnsley.

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EFL moments of the decade part two: Highs & lows off the pitch

Remembering some notable moments off the pitch in part two of BBC Sport's look back at the past decade in the EFL.

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Manchester United boss Solskjaer says Greenwood emergence means he is happy with strikers

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Mason Greenwood's development has compensated for the loss of Romelu Lukaku, who was sold to Inter Milan in August.

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Diego Alonso: David Beckham's Inter Miami MLS franchise name first manager

Diego Alonso is named as the first manager of David Beckham's new Major League Soccer team Inter Miami.

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Stewart Donald: Sunderland owner trying to sell club after 19 months

Sunderland owner Stewart Donald is actively trying to sell the club after 19 months at the helm, BBC Newcastle reports.

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Man City top & Newcastle bottom - the Premier League according to expected goals

At the turn of the year, Liverpool hold a dominant lead in the Premier League, but expected goals paints a different picture.

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Premier League New Year's Day predictions: Lawro v BGT comedian and Liverpool fan Kojo Anim

Mark Lawrenson takes on Britain's Got Talent comedian Kojo Anim to make predictions for the first round of Premier League fixtures of 2020.

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Football gossip: Abraham, Calvert-Lewin, Fernandes, Henry, Drinkwater, Nketiah

Tammy Abraham stalls new contract talks, Manchester United eye Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Thierry Henry set for Barcelona move, plus more.

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Derby County 2-1 Charlton Athletic: Jason Knight gives 10-man hosts much-needed win

Jason Knight's first goals in professional football are enough to give 10-man Derby a much-needed win over Charlton.

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David Moyes: 'That's what I do, I win,' says new West Ham manager

New West Ham boss David Moyes says he is coming back to club for a second spell in charge to 'get wins'.

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Alfredo Morelos: Rangers claim striker was racially abused, Celtic willing to investigate

Rangers believe Alfredo Morelos was "racially abused" during Sunday's match against Celtic, who say they are willing to investigate.

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Rachel Furness: New Liverpool signing 'up for challenge'

Midfielder Rachel Furness is "up for the challenge" of helping new club Liverpool climb up the table in the Women's Super League.

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Norwich fan arrested and banned for three years for throwing phone on to pitch

A Norwich fan has been arrested and given a three-year ban from Carrow Road for throwing a mobile phone on to the pitch during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Tottenham.

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January transfer window 2020: Who could be on the move?

With clubs likely to be on the hunt for a bargain or big-money signing, BBC Sport takes a look at players who could move in January.

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VAR needs to change next season, says former referee Mark Halsey

The Premier League needs to change its use of the video assistant referee system next season, according to former top-flight official Mark Halsey.

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Kilmarnock: Alex Dyer appointed manager after interim spell

Alex Dyer replaces the sacked Angelo Alessio as Kilmarnock manager after a three-game spell in temporary charge.

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David Moyes: New West Ham manager says winning is 'what I do'

New West Ham boss David Moyes says winning is "what he does", and adds the club's owners have shown "a lot of class" in bringing him back for a second spell.

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Abingdon Town manager quits in wake of side refusing to play on after going 8-0 down

The manager of a non-league football team that refused to play after going 8-0 down at half-time resigns.

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Quiz: The Premier League in the 2010s

Ten rounds, 126 possible answers, one decade - take on our monster quiz and relive some Premier League memories...

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MOTD2: Should offside be included in VAR? Keown & Wright can't agree

Match of the Day pundits Ian Wright and Martin Keown discuss changing the offside rule in light of recent VAR controversies in the Premier League.

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Highlights: Celtic 1-2 Rangers

Rangers win at Celtic Park for the first time in nine years and cut the gap at the top to two points, with a game in hand. (UK only)

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Highlights: Motherwell 1-2 Hamilton Academical

Hamilton Accies score twice in nine second-half minutes to take the Lanarkshire Derby spoils against Motherwell. (UK only)

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Highlights: Heart of Midlothian 1-1 Aberdeen

Hearts pick up their first point under new manager Daniel Stendel despite finishing the draw with Aberdeen with 10 men. (UK only)

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Arsenal 1-2 Chelsea: Plenty of promise despite defeat for Mikel Arteta - Martin Keown

Mikel Arteta's first home game as Arsenal boss ended in another disappointing defeat but former Gunners defender Martin Keown saw some signs of improvement at the Emirates.

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Do even the most pessimistic Liverpool fans think the Reds will win the Premier League?

It has been 30 years of hurt for Liverpool fans. But even with a 13-point lead in the Premier League , some still can't say "we are going to win it".

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Manchester City 2-0 Sheffield United: Sergio Aguero and Kevin de Bruyne score

Manchester City will start 2020 14 points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool after victory over Sheffield United at Etihad Stadium.

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Liverpool 1-0 Wolves: Jurgen Klopp pleased with Wolves win

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says Wolves "caused problems" for his side as the Reds secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory at Anfield.

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FAI: Liquidation a possibility, says executive lead Cooke

Paul Cooke, executive lead of the Football Association of Ireland, admits that liquidation is a possibility if talks with stakeholders break down.

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Liverpool 1-0 Wolves: Nuno refuses to comment on VAR controversy

Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Nuno Espirito Santo refuses to answer any questions in relation to VAR after his side's controversial 1-0 defeat by Liverpool at Anfield.

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Liverpool 1-0 Wolves: Sadio Mane scores winner to send Reds 13 points clear

Liverpool take another step towards the Premier League title with a hard-fought win over Wolves in yet another match embroiled in VAR controversy.

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Nottingham Forest 1-0 Wigan Athletic: Tobias Figueiredo's header sends Reds fifth

Tobias Figueiredo lifts Nottingham Forest into the play-off spots with the winner in a game of penalty drama for Championship bottom side Wigan.

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Birmingham City 4-5 Leeds United: Bielsa's men beat Blues in nine-goal thriller to go top

Leeds United win at St Andrew's to go back top of the Championship despite Birmingham City coming from behind three times to level.

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West Bromwich Albion 0-2 Middlesbrough: Baggies down to second after Daniel Ayala goal

West Brom end 2019 by losing top spot in the Championship after Middlesbrough make it three successive victories.

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Arsenal 1-2 Chelsea: Frank Lampard admits Blues had 'awful' 30 minutes

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard is pleased with his side's "dominant" second-half after a stunning late comeback snatched victory from Arsenal at Emirates Stadium.

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Arsenal 1-2 Chelsea: Mikel Arteta admits Gunners need to improve 'many things'

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta admits his side are physically "not at the same level" as opponents Chelsea, after the Blues staged a late comeback to snatch victory from the Gunners.

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Celtic 1-2 Rangers: Neil Lennon says his side must be 'psychologically better'

Celtic need to play "psychologically better" in derby matches, says manager Neil Lennon, after their 2-1 Scottish Premiership home defeat by Rangers.

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Heart of Midlothian 1-1 Aberdeen: Daniel Stendel's side go into winter break bottom

Hearts go into the winter break bottom of the Scottish Premiership despite surviving a red card to win their first point under manager Daniel Stendel.

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Celtic 1-2 Rangers: Steven Gerrard hopes people 'take notice' of Old Firm win

Manager Steven Gerrard says he hopes "a lot of people will take notice" of Rangers' "big" performance in their 2-1 Scottish Premiership win at Celtic.

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Premier League: Arsenal v Chelsea - rate the players

Give your verdict on the players' performances in the London derby between Arsenal and Chelsea.

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Erling Braut Haaland: Borussia Dortmund sign striker from Red Bull Salzburg

Borussia Dortmund have signed Norway striker Erling Braut Haaland from Red Bull Salzburg.

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Celtic 1-2 Rangers: Nikola Katic gives Steven Gerrard's side Old Firm derby win

Nikola Katic's towering header wins a dramatic and controversial Old Firm derby for Rangers and cut the gap to Celtic at the top of the Scottish Premiership to two points at the winter break.

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Dagenham & Redbridge: Manager Peter Taylor leaves National League club

Peter Taylor leaves his post as manager of National League club Dagenham & Redbridge after 18 months.

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Greatest moments of the decade: Leicester win Premier League

BBC Radio Leicester's Ian Stringer recalls the 5,000-1 shock of Leicester City winning the 2015-16 Premier League title.

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David Moyes: West Ham set to reappoint ex-manager after Manuel Pellegrini sacking

West Ham hope to be able to announce Manuel Pellegrini's replacement as manager on Monday, with former boss David Moyes almost certain to take over.

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Arsenal v Chelsea

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

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Manuel Pellegrini: How West Ham faith dwindled - and could David Moyes return?

BBC Sport's Simon Stone looks at where it wrong for Manuel Pellegrini at West Ham and who the Hammers could turn to now.

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Christian Erisken: Jose Mourinho coy on Tottenham midfielder's future

Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho says he "does not want to talk" about Christian Eriksen's future after his side's 2-2 draw at Norwich.

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Shirts quiz: Man Utd, Man City, Liverpool, Spurs, Arsenal and Chelsea through the decade

It's the end of the decade - how well do you remember the football shirts of the past 10 years?

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Dean Smith: Aston Villa boss urges referees to use pitchside monitors

Aston Villa boss Dean Smith wants referees to use pitchside VAR monitors after his side's 3-0 defeat at Watford.

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Final Score reporter gets cramp live on air

Final Score reporter John Acres gets cramp whilst giving a live update on the Premier League match between Watford and Aston Villa at Vicarage Road.

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Abingdon United refuse to play after going 8-0 down to rivals Abingdon Town

A non-league local derby ends bizarrely as Abingdon United refuse to play after going 8-0 down at rivals Abingdon Town.

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Southampton 1-1 Crystal Palace: Roy Hodgson says 'mistakes happen' after Kelly error

A pragmatic Roy Hodgson accepts that "mistakes happen" after Martin Kelly gifted Southampton's Danny Ings a late equaliser in a 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace.

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Watford 3-0 Aston Villa: Smith 'read riot act' to Villa players at half-time

Aston Villa manager Dean Smith says his side's first-half display cost them the match after they suffered a 3-0 defeat against 10-man Watford.

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Midfielder holds out for 86 minutes in goal before conceding

Ballymena United midfielder Declan Carville had to play in goal against Glentoran - and made it to the 86th minute before his mistake led to the opener.

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Newcastle United 1-2 Everton: Carlo Ancelotti pleased with 'deserved' win

Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti says his side has "fantastic spirit" after their 2-1 win at St James' Park makes it two wins from two for the manager at the start of his tenure.

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Watford 3-0 Aston Villa: Hornets' 'incredible unity' pleases Pearson

Watford manager Nigel Pearson praises his side's "incredible unity" as they beat fellow strugglers Aston Villa 3-0.

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Newcastle United 1-2 Everton: Steve Bruce disappointed with 'undeserved' Magpies defeat

Newcastle manager Steve Bruce feels his side "didn't deserve" to lose after the slipped to a 2-1 defeat to Everton at St James' Park.

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What happened in the Premier League on Saturday?

Watford claim a potentially crucial three points in the battle for safety, while there are also wins for Everton and Brighton.

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Newcastle 1-2 Everton: Dominic Calvert-Lewin double sees off Magpies

Carlo Ancelotti makes it two wins from two at the start of his tenure at Everton as Dominic Calvert-Lewin's double sees off Newcastle.

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Watford 3-0 Aston Villa: Troy Deeney scores twice as Villa are beaten

Watford move to within three points of safety after Troy Deeney scores twice to help ensure Aston Villa start 2020 in the relegation zone.

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Southampton 1-1 Crystal Palace: Danny Ings rescues point for Saints

Danny Ings capitalises on a poor error from Martin Kelly to earn Southampton a share of the spoils at home to Crystal Palace.

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Celtic: Mikey Johnston signs five-year contract extension

Scotland under-21 forward Mikey Johnston signs a new five-year contract with Celtic.

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Partick Thistle aim to 'build on Colin Weir legacy' after EuroMillions winner's death

Chief executive Gerry Britton says it is too early to consider the impact owner Colin Weir's death will have on Partick Thistle but aims "to make him proud".

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Brighton 2-0 Bournemouth: Eddie Howe reflects on 'tough, tough day'

Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe admits his side gave themselves a "mountain to climb" after conceding in the third minute against relegation rivals Brighton.

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Brighton 2-0 Bournemouth: Graham Potter pleased with 'fantastic' Brighton

Brighton manager Graham Potter reflects on a "really good" performance after his side's 2-0 home win over relegation rivals Bournemouth.

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Brighton 2-0 Bournemouth: Alireza Jahanbakhsh scores in Seagulls win

An emotional Alireza Jahanbakhsh scores his first goal for Brighton as they beat relegation rivals Bournemouth.

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Martin Odegaard to Man City? Real Sociedad play 'Fool's Day' prank

Real Sociedad announce that Martin Odegaard is moving to Manchester City - but things are not all they seem.

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Colin Weir: £161m Euromillions winner dies aged 71

Mr Weir, who won the then-record jackpot along with his wife Chris in 2011, dies after a short illness.

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Greatest moments of the decade: Brazil 1-7 Germany, World Cup semi-final

BBC chief football writer Phil McNulty recalls the day hosts Brazil were humiliated in the 2014 World Cup semi-finals.

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Arsenal v Chelsea: Pick your combined XI for London derby

London rivals Arsenal and Chelsea go head to head on Sunday - who would you pick in a combined XI?

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Aston Villa: John McGinn can't get used to watching himself on MOTD

Aston Villa's John McGinn picks a favourite picture from his career and talks about what's it's like facing Virgil van Dijk.

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Pep Guardiola: 'Liverpool's advantage is too big' for Man City

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says the Premier League title race is over after a 3-2 defeat at Wolves on Friday.

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Premier League predictions: Lawro v rapper & Man Utd fan Avelino

Mark Lawrenson takes on rapper and Manchester United fan Avelino to make predictions for the latest round of Premier League fixtures.

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Mikel Arteta aims to restore relationship with Arsenal fans

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says he wants to rebuild the side's relationship with the club's fans.

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Football gossip: Haaland, Soares, Hwang, Insigne, Pedro, Capoue, Moyes, Nketiah

Man Utd target Haaland agrees to Juventus move, Arsenal, Newcastle United and PSG fail with Everton Soares approach, Wolves close in on Hwang Hee-chan, plus more.

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Wolves 3-2 Manchester City: Nuno Espirito Santo 'proud' after win over champions

Nuno Espirito Santo says he is "proud" of his players, after Wolves come from two goals down to win 3-2 against a 10-man Manchester City at Molineux.

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Wolves 3-2 Manchester City: 'Unrealistic' to think about title race - Pep Guardiola

Pep Guardiola says it is "unrealistic" for Manchester City to think about the title race, after their 3-2 defeat at Wolves left them 14 points behind leaders Liverpool.

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Wolverhampton Wanderers 3-2 Manchester City: Nuno's side seal late win against 10 men

Wolves fight back from 2-0 down against 10-man Manchester City to clinch a memorable win over the Premier League champions with two late goals.

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Wolves v Man City: Fans warned after object thrown at players

Wolverhampton Wanderers tell fans they face prosecution after objects are thrown at Manchester City players during a Premier League match on Friday.

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Dundee United 1-1 Dundee: Hosts stretch lead at top despite being held

Dundee United move 14 points clear at the summit of the Scottish Championship despite being denied a 10th consecutive win by city rivals Dundee.

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic rejoins Serie A side AC Milan

Former Sweden and Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic rejoins Italian club AC Milan on a six-month deal, with the option for another season.

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Izzy Christiansen: Everton re-sign England Lioness from Lyon

England international Izzy Christiansen leaves European champions Lyon to return to Women's Super League side Everton.

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Football Focus: Jamie Vardy looks forward to new baby

Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy chats to Football Focus' Caroline De Moraes about fatherhood and his family's imminent new arrival.

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Rayo Vallecano v Albacete: Abandoned game to resume behind closed doors

A Spanish second division game abandoned at half-time after Rayo Vallecano fans chanted that Albacete forward Roman Zozulya was a "Nazi" will resume behind closed doors.

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Neil Lennon: Celtic team 'playing as well as any I've managed'

Celtic manager Neil Lennon "can't remember the last time we were on a run like this" as his in-form side prepare to host Rangers on Sunday.

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Rangers: Alfredo Morelos 'in the best place' to face Celtic - Steven Gerrard

Rangers manager Steven Gerrard backs striker Alfredo Morelos to keep his cool when he faces Celtic on Sunday.

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Highlights: Rangers 1-0 Kilmarnock

Alfredo Morelos comes off the bench to score the winner against Kilmarnock and keep Rangers five points behind Scottish Premiership leaders Celtic. (UK only)

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Paul Pogba: Man Utd midfielder asks team-mates to wear anti-racism wristbands

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba says his new anti-racism initiative is aimed at making people understand "we are all one".

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EFL moments of the decade part one: Troy Deeney, Doncaster and drama

BBC Sport looks back at the iconic on-pitch moments of the past decade in the English Football League.

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Scott McTominay: Man Utd midfielder injured in Newcastle win

Manchester United's Scott McTominay leaves Old Trafford on crutches after the Boxing Day win over Newcastle.

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Quiz: Women's football in 2019 - test your knowledge

New records, familiar champions and tea celebrations - can you succeed in our 2019 women's football quiz?

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Highlights: St Mirren 1-2 Celtic

First-half goals from Callum McGregor and James Forrest maintain Celtic's five-point lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership. (UK only)

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Highlights: Heart of Midlothian 0-2 Hibernian

Martin Boyle's double hands Jack Ross victory in his first Edinburgh derby in charge of Hibernian and leaves bottom club Hearts pointless under Daniel Stendel. (UK only)

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Dundee United v Dundee: Can anyone deny Robbie Neilson's side the title?

Nine wins in a row and 13 points clear. Can anyone stop Dundee United from claiming the Scottish Championship title?

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Bournemouth 1-1 Arsenal: Cherries kicking themselves after giving up lead

Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe says the Cherries are "kicking themselves" after conceding a second-half equaliser to allow Arsenal to earn a 1-1 draw at Vitality Stadium.

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Premier League: What happened in the English top flight on Boxing Day?

Carlo Ancelotti starts life as Everton manager with a win over Burnley, while Mikel Arteta's Arsenal side fight back to claim a point at Bournemouth in his first game in charge.

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Barnsley 1-1 West Bromwich Albion: Tykes hold Baggies for second time this season

Barnsley draw with West Bromwich Albion for the second time this season but the Baggies stay top of the Championship on Boxing Day.

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Everton 1-0 Burnley: Sean Dyche disappointed with 'poor' Burnley mistake

Burnley boss Sean Dyche says his side's Boxing Day loss at Goodison Park was a game of "fine margins" and one "poor mistake".

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Chelsea 0-2 Southampton: Saints claim vital win at Stamford Bridge

Chelsea lose consecutive home league games for the first time since 2011 as Southampton deservedly win at Stamford Bridge.

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Bournemouth 1-1 Arsenal: Gunners come from behind in Mikel Arteta's first match

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scores his 12th Premier League goal of the season as Arsenal come from behind to draw at Bournemouth in Mikel Arteta's first match in charge.

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Everton 1-0 Burnley: Carlo Ancelotti starts Toffees tenure with win

Carlo Ancelotti makes a winning start as Everton manager as his side edge past Burnley at a packed and passionate Goodison Park.

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Sheffield United 1-1 Watford: Hornets off foot of table with gutsy draw

Watford move off the bottom of the Premier League table with a battling draw at in-form Sheffield United.

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Aston Villa 1-0 Norwich City

Conor Hourihane comes off the bench to score the only goal against fellow strugglers Norwich and give Aston Villa their first league win in six.

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Crystal Palace 2-1 West Ham: Jordan Ayew nets brilliant late winner to beat Hammers

Jordan Ayew scores a sensational 90th-minute winner to help Crystal Palace come from behind and beat West Ham at Selhurst Park.

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St Mirren 1-2 Celtic: Visitors stay five points clear at top

Celtic head into Sunday's Old Firm derby five points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership after a comfortable victory at St Mirren.

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Rangers 1-0 Kilmarnock: Alfredo Morelos breaks Kilmarnock resistance

Alfredo Morelos comes off the bench to break stiff Kilmarnock resistance as Rangers stay five points behind Scottish Premiership leaders Celtic.

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic in talks to rejoin AC Milan

Former Sweden and Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic is in talks with AC Milan about a return to the Serie A giants.

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Tottenham 2-1 Brighton: Jose Mourinho says Spurs' work-rate was 'absolutely incredible'

Boss Jose Mourinho describes Tottenham's work-rate as "absolutely incredible" in their 2-1 win over Brighton in the Premier League.

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Tottenham 2-1 Brighton: Graham Potter finds positives despite Seagulls defeat

Brighton head coach Graham Potter says there were "lots of positives" from the Seagulls performance against Tottenham despite their 2-1 defeat.

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Heart 0-2 Hibernian: Martin Boyle double adds to Tynecastle turmoil

Martin Boyle's double gives Hibs a derby win Tynecastle as Hearts remain stuck at the bottom of the Scottish Premiership.

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Joaquin: Real Betis captain, 38, signs new deal until 2021

Real Betis' 38-year-old captain Joaquin signs a new deal with the La Liga club until 2021.

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Mario Mandzukic: Al-Duhail sign Croatian striker from Juventus

Croatian striker Mario Mandzukic joins Qatari side Al-Duhail after four and a half years at Juventus.

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Aberdeen: Chairman Dave Cormack hits out at Celtic's Kristoffer Ajer

New Aberdeen chairman Dave Cormack accuses Celtic's Kristoffer Ajer of "feigning injury" and a "miraculous recovery" as Sam Cosgrove was sent off at Celtic Park.

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Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool boss calls festive schedule 'a crime'

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says it is "a crime" that some Premier League teams have to play two games in three days over the festive period.

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Mikel Arteta: Arsenal's new boss encouraged by early signs from players

New boss Mikel Arteta believes he has already seen encouraging signs from his players as he prepares to take charge of Arsenal for the first time.

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Who did MOTDx pick as their iconic player of the decade?

MOTDx's Jermaine Jenas, Reece Parkinson, Chelcee Grimes and Craig Mitch pick their icon of the decade - Is it Manchester City's Vincent Kompany or Sergio Aguero?

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I only drink tea now - Jurgen Klopp on how Liverpool has changed him

Jurgen Klopp says he doesn't drink coffee anymore, just tea after four years as Liverpool manager.

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Leicester City v Liverpool

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

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Manchester United v Newcastle United

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

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Tottenham Hotspur v Brighton & Hove Albion

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

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Boxing Day: Football's most memorable moments from the 2010s

BBC Sport looks back on memorable Boxing Day moments from the past decade.

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Alternative end-of-year football awards: Who was the best player? Who had the biggest meltdown?

From the best player to the biggest meltdown, BBC Sport's completely unofficial and by no means deadly serious 2019 alternative football awards.

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Quiz: Can you name these eight Premier League Christmas anagrams?

To help get us in the Christmas spirit, we have created a festive quiz to test your knowledge - so which players are hiding behind these eight anagrams?

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Football shirts: How they got ultra local and hyper cool

Nightclubs, coal mines, 2 Tone and Tudor architecture - how football shirt design got ultra local and hyper cool.

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Football gossip: Werner, Pogba, Neymar, Haaland, Alonso, Cavani

Chelsea prepare striker move, Pogba to return to Serie A, Everton chase Colombian forward, plus more.

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Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain: Liverpool midfielder has ankle ligament damage

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain will miss at least the next two games with ankle ligament damage.

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Macclesfield Town v Grimsby to go ahead after safety certificate requirements met

Macclesfield's League Two match against Grimsby on Boxing Day will take place after safety issues were resolved.

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Manchester United behind in development, says boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says the club are "further behind" in their development than he hoped.

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Celtic: Neil Lennon confirms Andraz Sporar talks with Slovan Bratislava

Celtic have held talks with Slovan Bratislava over the possible signing of striker Andraz Sporar, manager Neil Lennon has confirmed.

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World Cup 2022: Club World Cup provides some clues about Qatar experience

Has the Club World Cup in Qatar answered some of the questions on what visitors can expect at the winter World Cup in 2022?

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Frank Lampard: Chelsea boss defends Antonio Rudiger over Jose Mourinho criticism of Son Heung-min red card

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard defends Antonio Rudiger after he was criticised by Jose Mourinho for his part in Tottenham forward Son Heung-min's red card.

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Alan Pardew: ADO Den Haag appoint ex-West Ham & Newcastle manager as head coach

Former Newcastle and West Ham boss Alan Pardew is named head coach of Dutch top-flight strugglers ADO Den Haag until the end of the season.

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Premier League festive predictions: Lawro v singer-songwriter and Sheffield Wednesday fan Richard Hawley

Mark Lawrenson takes on singer-songwriter and Sheffield Wednesday fan Richard Hawley to make predictions for the festive Premier League fixtures.

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The EFL at Christmas quiz: Test your festive football knowledge

How much do you know about festive football? Test your knowledge with BBC Sport's EFL at Christmas quiz.

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Pablo Hernandez: Leeds winger out for a month with hamstring injury

Leeds United lose winger Pablo Hernandez for around a month because of a hamstring injury, says boss Marcelo Bielsa.

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Leicester v Liverpool: It is win or bust for Foxes so what will Brendan Rodgers do? - Darren Fletcher analysis

With Leicester needing to beat Liverpool to keep alive their Premier League title hopes, Match of the Day pundit Darren Fletcher explains what the Foxes might try against the unbeaten Reds.

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Football stars sing Mariah Carey's 'All I want for Christmas is you'

BBC pundits and Premier League stars, including Raheem Sterling and Benjamin Mendy, sing Mariah Carey's hit song 'All I want for Christmas is you'.

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Benjamin Mendy & Riyad Mahrez reveal Pep's favourite elves - Honesty Cards

Manchester City's Benjamin Mendy and Riyad Mahrez reveal their favourite Christmas song and who Pep Guardiola's favourite elves would be.

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Blackburn Rovers 0-0 Wigan Athletic: Bradley Dack taken off on stretcher in stalemate

Blackburn top scorer Bradley Dack is stretchered off as struggling Wigan hold Rovers to move off the foot of the Championship.

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Football gossip: Haaland, Kolasinac, Diop, Sancho, Cavani, Kessie

Man Utd lead race for Haaland, Arsenal defender becomes target for Serie A clubs, Jadon Sancho going nowhere, plus more.

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Antonio Rudiger: Tottenham say investigation into alleged racist abuse 'inconclusive'

Tottenham's investigation into the alleged racist abuse of Chelsea's Antonio Rudiger has so far offered "inconclusive" findings.

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Hibernian 'identify four men' over missile throwing at Rangers game

Hibernian have "identified four men involved in throwing missiles, including a glass bottle" during Friday's defeat by Rangers.

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Tottenham appeal against Son Heung-min's red card against Chelsea

Tottenham launch an appeal against the red card shown to Son Heung-min in the loss to Chelsea on Sunday.

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Bees send footballers diving in Tanzania

A football match in Tanzania is briefly stopped when a swarm of bees invades the pitch.

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Arsenal: Mikel Arteta to keep Freddie Ljungberg on in coaching role

Freddie Ljungberg will remain on the backroom staff at Arsenal, new head coach Mikel Arteta confirms.

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Government prepared to take 'further steps' over racism in football

The government says it will not rule out taking "further steps" if football authorities fail to deal with racism.

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Carlo Ancelotti: Everton boss responds to rumours that Zlatan Ibrahimovic will join the Toffees

New Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti responds to rumours that Zlatan Ibrahimovic will be joining the Toffees and discusses his Champions League ambitions for the club.

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Carlo Ancelotti: Everton job 'isn't mission impossible'

New Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti says turning the club into Champions League contenders does not represent 'mission impossible'.

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic statue has nose cut off by vandals

Vandals cut off the nose of a statue of Zlatan Ibrahimovic outside Malmo's stadium in Sweden.

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Women's Super League 2019 quiz: Who led the way in the WSL this year?

Think you know the Women's Super League? Try this quiz to see if you can name the players with the most goals, assists and passes in 2019.

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Antonio Rudiger heard monkey noises - Cesar Azpilicueta

Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta says his fellow defender Antonio Rudiger heard monkey noises from the crowd during their 2-0 win over Spurs at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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Carlo Ancelotti: Will Everton succeed where Bayern Munich & Napoli failed?

With Carlo Ancelotti at the helm, will Everton succeed where Bayern Munich and Napoli failed for the Italian dubbed "The Perfector"?

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Everton FC submit plan for Bramley-Moore Dock stadium

The club submits plans after three years of consultation over the Bramley-Moore Dock site.

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England: How Phil Neville changed Ellen White's game before Women's World Cup

England manager Phil Neville talks about how he helped striker Ellen White change her game before the 2019 Women's World Cup.

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‘Why Man Utd should build their team around Pogba’ - Peter Crouch

Paul Pogba's future continues to divide Manchester United fans, but MOTD2 pundit Peter Crouch thinks the France midfielder will shine if he is used properly in a free role.

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Garth Crooks' team of the week: De Bruyne, Lundstram, Mahrez, Rudiger, Mount

Who is a strong contender for the PFA Player of the Year award? And which player has never looked back after leaving Liverpool? Find out in Garth Crooks' team of the week.

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Football gossip: Bellingham, Mertens, Matic, Barbosa, Ancelotti

Manchester United eye Jude Bellingham, Arsenal want Napoli's Dries Mertens, Everton's Carlo Ancelotti eager to spend, plus more.

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Tottenham 0-2 Chelsea: Players should walk off in response to racism', says Gary Neville

Former England defender Gary Neville has called for players to be "empowered" to walk off the pitch in response to racism.

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Real Madrid frustrated by Athletic Bilbao in goalless La Liga draw

Real Madrid record consecutive goalless draws in La Liga for the first time since March 2006 as they are frustrated by Athletic Bilbao.

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Frank Lampard becomes the master over Jose Mourinho as Chelsea beat Tottenham

Frank Lampard shows his tactical prowess as Chelsea beat Tottenham and his old manager Jose Mourinho 2-0 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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Manchester United: Paul Pogba's return the 'only plus' in dismal defeat at Watford

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Paul Pogba's return to fitness is the "only plus" from his side's 2-0 defeat at Watford.

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Tottenham 0-2 Chelsea: Son only deserved a yellow card - Jose Mourinho

Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho feels VAR got it right after a penalty was awarded to Chelsea but he does not agree with the red card for Son Heung-Min during Spurs' 2-0 home defeat.

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Tottenham 0-2 Chelsea: Blues must find consistency after Spurs win - Frank Lampard

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says he wants his young side to find some consistency after beating London rivals Spurs 2-0 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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Lazio beat Juventus 3-1 to win Italian Super Cup in Saudi Arabia

Lazio deservedly beat Juventus 3-1 to win an entertaining Italian Super Cup game in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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Tottenham v Chelsea: Racist behaviour appears to mar Premier League game

Tottenham's Premier League game against Chelsea appeared to be marred by racist behaviour from the crowd.

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Tottenham Hotspur 0-2 Chelsea: Antonio Rudiger suffers alleged racist abuse

Chelsea forward Willian scores twice in a bad-tempered Premier League win over Tottenham as Antonio Rudiger allegedly suffered racist abuse.

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Watford 2-0 Manchester United: Hornets badly needed a win before Christmas - Pearson

Watford manager Nigel Pearson says his side 'very badly' needed their 2-0 win against Manchester United to boost spirits before Christmas.

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Watford 2-0 Manchester United: We didn't deserve to win - Solskjaer

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admits his side were second best in their 2-0 loss to bottom side Watford.

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Watford 2-0 Manchester United: David de Gea error and Troy Deeney penalty lift Hornets' hopes of avoiding relegation

Watford boost their hopes of avoiding relegation with only their second Premier League win this term against a disappointing Manchester United.

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Sheffield Wednesday 1-0 Bristol City: Late Barry Bannan penalty lifts Wednesday to third

Barry Bannan's late penalty sees Sheffield Wednesday beat Bristol City and climb to third in the Championship table.

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Atalanta 5-0 AC Milan: Heaviest defeat for Serie A giants since 1998

AC Milan suffer their heaviest defeat for more than 21 years as they are thrashed by Atalanta in Serie A.

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John McGinn: Aston Villa & Scotland midfielder fractures ankle

Aston Villa confirm that midfielder John McGinn suffered a fractured ankle in Saturday's 3-1 loss to Southampton.

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Bayern Munich: Hansi Flick to be interim boss 'at least until end of season'

Hansi Flick will remain as Bayern Munich interim boss "at least until the end of the season", the German giants announced.

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Everton: Carlo Ancelotti targets Champions League football

Carlo Ancelotti targets Champions League qualification and bringing silverware to Everton after taking over as the club's manager.

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World Cup Final 1966: Martin Peters puts England 2-1 up against West Germany

Martin Peters gives England a 2-1 lead in the 1966 World Cup final against West Germany at Wembley.

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Tottenham v Chelsea quiz: Name the teams from Spurs' 5-3 win in 2015

With Tottenham set to face Chelsea in the Premier League, can you name the players to feature when Jose Mourinho's side lost 5-3 in this fixture in 2015?

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Flamengo 0-1 Liverpool: Like their song goes, Reds will not stop - Stephen Warnock analysis

Liverpool enjoyed the perfect night in the Club World Cup and Premier League on Saturday and their players have the right mindset for more success, says ex-Reds defender Stephen Warnock.

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Paul Pogba: Man Utd midfielder returns to squad for Watford match

Paul Pogba could play for the first time since September after being named in Manchester United's squad to face Watford on Sunday.

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Jurgen Klopp proud as Liverpool pass another test with Club World Cup win

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp praises his players for 'passing test after test' as they become Club World Cup champions for the first time by beating Flamengo.

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Kevin de Bruyne: Pep Guardiola hails midfielder's performance in Leicester win

Kevin de Bruyne's "incredible" display in Manchester City's win over Leicester "was the best he has played in a long time", says boss Pep Guardiola.

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Football gossip: Sancho, Gerson, Diop, Mertens, Arteta

Chelsea lead £120m Sancho race, Spurs hold Gerson talks, Arteta wanted Man City assurances, plus more.

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Brighton & Hove Albion 0-1 Sheffield United: Oliver McBurnie scores winner for Blades

Oliver McBurnie scores his third goal of the season as Sheffield United beat Brighton to move up to fifth in the Premier League.

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Newcastle United 1-0 Crystal Palace: Miguel Almiron ends drought with winner

Miguel Almiron scores his first goal for Newcastle to give the Magpies a late victory against Crystal Palace and send them into the top half of the Premier League.

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Aston Villa 1-3 Southampton: Ings double helps Saints out of the bottom three

Southampton climb out of the Premier League bottom three with a convincing win over a dismal Aston Villa at Villa Park.

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Norwich 1-2 Wolves: Raul Jimenez scores late winner at Carrow Road

Raul Jimenez scores his 16th goal of the season as Wolves come from behind to beat Norwich 2-1 at Carrow Road.

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Bournemouth 0-1 Burnley: Jay Rodriguez scores last-minute winner for Clarets

Burnley's Jay Rodriguez scores an 89th-minute winner to beat Bournemouth in a dire match at Vitality Stadium.

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Everton 0-0 Arsenal: 'Arteta knows the club well' - Ljungberg

Arsenal's interim head coach Freddie Ljungberg thinks new manager Mikel Arteta will be 'what the club needs'

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Everton 0-0 Arsenal: Duncan Ferguson 'can't wait' to work with Carlo Ancelotti

Everton's interim manager Duncan Ferguson says he is looking forward to working with newly appointed manager Carlo Ancelotti

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Cardiff City 0-0 Preston North End

Preston have to settle for a share of the spoils despite a dominant display in the Welsh capital against Cardiff City.

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Everton 0-0 Arsenal: Carlo Ancelotti & Mikel Arteta watch goalless draw from stands

New Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti and Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta, appointed on Friday, watch from the stands as the two teams play out an uneventful goalless draw at Goodison Park.

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Mauricio Pochettino: Former Tottenham manager 'ready' for job offers

Former Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino tells BBC Sport he's "ready" to return to work as he looks for his next management job.

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Mauricio Pochettino: Former Tottenham manager 'open to listen' to job offers

Former Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino says he is "ready" and "open to listen" to offers as he considers a return to management.

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Daley Blind: Ajax defender diagnosed with heart condition

Ajax defender Daley Blind is diagnosed with "heart muscle inflammation" after suffering from dizziness during the game against Valencia on 10 December.

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Carlo Ancelotti: Mark Lawrenson is unsure on Everton's latest managerial appointment

New Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti is taking "the toughest job he's ever had" says Mark Lawrenson and believes his appointment is a "big risk".

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Everton: Carlo Ancelotti 'a massive coup' but is he right for Toffees?

As Everton announce Carlo Ancelotti as their manager, BBC Sport's Phil McNulty takes a closer look at his appointment.

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Club World Cup: Gabigol - the Flamengo player Liverpool fear most

A look at 23-year-old striker Gabriel Barbosa - nicknamed Gabigol - the star man for Liverpool's Club World Cup final opponents Flamengo.

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Carlo Ancelotti: Everton appoint Italian as manager on four-and-a-half-year deal

Everton appoint three-time Champions League-winning coach Carlo Ancelotti as their manager on a four-and-a-half-year contract.

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Everton appoint Carlo Ancelotti: What do Toffees fans want from new manager?

Everton fans tell BBC Sport what their new manager needs to do to rejuvenate the Premier League club.

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Macclesfield Town fans fear for League Two club's future after postponement

Supporters at troubled League Two Macclesfield Town fear the club could follow Bury out of the English Football League.

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Jamie Vardy: Leicester City boss Brendan Rodgers will be forced to rest in-form striker

Leicester City's in-form striker Jamie Vardy will have to be rested during a "nonsense" festive programme, says boss Brendan Rodgers.

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Charlie Webster column: Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder has made having an English boss sexy

Sheffield united fan Charlie Webster is "mesmerised" by her side - and "mother duck" Chris Wilder.

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Premier League quiz: Name clubs to top table at Christmas

Liverpool top the Premier League at Christmas but can you name the other 10 clubs to have been the festive number one?

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'It's absolute carnage' - watch as ugly lunge leads to chaos at Easter Road

The sending off of Ryan Porteous an hour into Hibernian's defeat by Rangers sparked angry scenes at Easter Road.

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BBC Sport advent calendar: Frank Lampard's infamous 'ghost goal' at 2010 World Cup

Day 21 of BBC Sport's advent calendar looking back at the sporting decade features an infamous moment in World Cup history that led to a monumental change in the game.

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Robert Lewandowski: Bayern Munich striker to undergo groin operation

Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski will undergo a groin operation after the German champions' final game of the year on Saturday.

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Flamengo v Liverpool: Klopp wants to change perception of Club World Cup

Jurgen Klopp wants to change the perception of the Club World Cup as Liverpool prepare to face Flamengo in the final in Qatar.

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Real Sociedad invite entire village of Becerril to watch game after 8-0 thrashing

La Liga side Real Sociedad invite the population of fourth-tier Becerril to watch a game after thrashing them 8-0 in the Copa del Rey.

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Carlo Ancelotti: Everton caretaker-boss Duncan Ferguson tight-lipped on Italian's appointment

Caretaker manager Duncan Ferguson says he does not know who will be the next Everton boss amid rising speculation that Carlo Ancelotti will take over.

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Doctor charged with anti-doping violation says he is ashamed

A club doctor charged by the Football Association with an anti-doping rule violation says he is "ashamed" of his actions.

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Mikel Arteta: Arsenal appoint ex-midfielder as head coach

Arsenal appoint their former midfielder Mikel Arteta as head coach on a contract until the summer of 2023.

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Mikel Arteta to Arsenal is a move 20 years in the making - Guillem Balague column

Inspired by Mauricio Pochettino and guided by Pep Guardiola - Mikel Arteta's move into management has been 20 years in the making, says Guillem Balague.

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Arsenal: Mikel Arteta backed as successor by Unai Emery

Former Arsenal boss Unai Emery talks to BBC Sport about his potential successor, as well as what went wrong and what his future plans are.

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Haaland is on his Christmas holiday - Solskjaer

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer denies he is meeting Erling Haaland and says the player is on his Christmas holiday.

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Flamengo v Liverpool: Virgil van Dijk set to be available

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Club World Cup game between Liverpool and Flamengo.

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Premier League winter break: February fixtures announced

Four Premier League matches will take place on the opening weekend of the top-flight's inaugural winter break in February, with six more the following weekend.

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Paul Pogba: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Man Utd midfielder 'not being sold in January'

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Paul Pogba "is not being sold in January" and also denied he was meeting Red Bull Salzburg striker Erling Haaland on Friday.

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Macclesfield Town v Plymouth Argyle: EFL says League Two game is in doubt

Macclesfield's game at home to Plymouth on Saturday is in doubt, says the English Football League.

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Chelsea: Frank Lampard on learning under Mourinho, the family balancing act and trusting the kids

Learning from Jose Mourinho, trusting the kids and the balancing act of being a manager, husband and dad - Chelsea boss Frank Lampard talks to Gary Lineker

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Toby Alderweireld signs new Tottenham contract until 2023

Tottenham defender Toby Alderweireld has signed a new contract with the Premier League club until 2023.

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Mikel Arteta: Watch Spaniard's best Arsenal goals as Gunners prepare to appoint him manager

Watch Mikel Arteta's best goals for Arsenal as the Gunners prepare to announce the Spaniard as their new manager.

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Celtic made 'offer' for Andraz Sporar, says Slovan Bratislava general director

Slovan Bratislava claim they have received an offer from Celtic for Andraz Sporar but will not sell the Slovenia striker for "lower than" £6m.

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English football's iconic player of the decade: Who is yours?

As the 2010s come to an end, we want you to pick English football's most iconic player of the decade from this shortlist of 15.

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Scottish Premiership: Hibernian v Rangers

Can Rangers cope without suspended top scorer Alfredo Morelos as they look for a first win in four visits to Easter Road on Friday?

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Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool manager's five best answers from BBC Radio 5 Live podcast

Jurgen Klopp talks to Colin Murray's At Home With... podcast about life in the public eye, making tough decisions and his biggest surprise at Liverpool.

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Chelsea: Taking on Jose Mourinho will be special - Frank Lampard

Frank Lampard says it will be "special" to take on Jose Mourinho this weekend as Chelsea look for an away win against Tottenham.

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Karen Carney column: Spurs need trophies & Jose Mourinho wins them

Jose Mourinho's influence at Tottenham and why Chelsea need to spend in the January transfer window - Karen Carney's latest column.

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BBC Sport advent calendar: Japan win Women's World Cup for first time in 2011

Day 20 of BBC Sport's advent calendar looking back at the sporting decade features Japan's famous 2011 Women's World Cup victory.

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Football gossip: Ozil, Pogba, Ancelotti, Ibrahimovic, Borini, Haaland

Mesut Ozil set for loan from Arsenal, Chelsea want Real Madrid man, Spurs set record price for stadium naming rights, plus more.

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Premier League & Club World Cup predictions: Lawro v Serge from Kasabian

Mark Lawrenson takes on Serge from indie rock band Kasabian to make predictions for the latest round of Premier League fixtures - and the final of the Club World Cup.

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Macclesfield Town docked six points by EFL over financial issues

Macclesfield Town are docked six points by the English Football League after pleading guilty to charges over non-payment of wages and failing to fulfil their fixture with Crewe.

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Yaya Toure blames increase in stupidity for football racism

Racism in football is getting worse because "fans are more stupid than before", according to former Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure.

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Angus MacDonald: Hull City defender gets cancer all-clear

Hull City defender Angus MacDonald is given the all-clear after being treated for bowel cancer.

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Everton: Duncan Ferguson to continue as caretaker manager for game against Arsenal

Duncan Ferguson will remain as interim manager for Everton's Premier League game at home to Arsenal on Saturday.

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Euro 2016: 'What a leap' Cristiano Ronaldo's previous high-flying header

BBC Sport looks back at Cristiano Ronaldo's previous leaping header in Portugal's 2-0 victory over Wales in the Euro 2016 semi-final.

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Takumi Minamino: Liverpool new signing is 'one of a kind' inspired by Ronaldo

Tenacious, resolute and desperate to win, Japan's Takumi Minamino will fit right in at Jurgen Klopp's high-flying Liverpool after moving from Red Bull Salzburg

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Women's Super League: Izzy Christiansen close to rejoining Everton from Lyon

England midfielder Izzy Christiansen is close to completing a move to Everton from European champions Lyon.

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Mikel Arteta: Arsenal make contact with Manchester City to make Spaniard next boss

Arsenal's legal team are in contact with their Manchester City counterparts over Mikel Arteta becoming the next Gunners boss.

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Fantasy football tips: Transfer and team guide for gameweek 18

There's no Liverpool (or West Ham) this weekend. Here are our fantasy football tips to help you cope without the likes of Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah in gameweek 18.

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Doctor who worked at Man City and Bury charged with anti-doping violation

A doctor who worked for Manchester City and Bury has been charged by the Football Association with an anti-doping rule violation.

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Jack Rodwell training with Sheffield United after leaving Blackburn in summer

Former Everton and Manchester City midfielder Jack Rodwell is training with Sheffield United, says boss Chris Wilder.

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Ross County: Livingston trip in doubt due to norovirus

Ross County's Scottish Premiership game at Livingston on Saturday is in serious doubt with County's squad "hit hard" by norovirus.

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Neil Lennon: Celtic win against Hearts 'puts pressure' on rivals

Celtic put "pressure on the teams around" them by opening up a five-point lead at the summit of the Scottish Premiership, says manager Neil Lennon.

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Highlights: Hearts 0-2 Celtic

Watch the highlights as goals by Ryan Christie and Olivier Ntcham give Celtic victory over Hearts to move them five points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership. (UK only)

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Takumi Minamino: Liverpool to sign Red Bull Salzburg winger in January

Liverpool confirm they will sign Japan winger Takumi Minamino from Red Bull Salzburg when the January transfer window opens.

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Cristiano Ronaldo: Juventus forward defies gravity with jump

Cristiano Ronaldo produces a gravity defying leap as he scores a towering header against Sampdoria.

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Eden Hazard or Raheem Sterling? MOTDx pundits argue over team of the decade

MOTDx pundits Jermaine Jenas, Reece Parkinson, Chelcee Grimes and Craig Mitch pick their three favourite forwards for the Premier League team of the decade.

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Carlo Ancelotti: Everton hopeful of appointing Italian as Marco Silva's replacement

Everton are hopeful of appointing Carlo Ancelotti as manager as positive talks continue to bring the Italian to Goodison Park.

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Liverpool: 'No Virgil van Dijk, no defensive vision' - Harry Kewell analysis

Liverpool lacked defensive composure against Monterrey in the Club World Cup without Virgil van Dijk - they will need him back for the final says former Reds midfielder Harry Kewell.

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Football gossip: Arteta, Ancelotti, Eriksen, Werner, Osimhen

Man City want £1m for Arteta, Eriksen could be sold to another English club, PSG line up move for Pep Guardiola, plus more.

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Carabao Cup semi-finals: Man City face Man United, Leicester draw Aston Villa

Defending champions Manchester City will face local rivals Manchester United in the Carabao Cup semi-finals.

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Oxford United 1-3 Manchester City: Raheem Sterling double seals semi-final spot

Raheem Sterling scores twice as holders Manchester City see off League One side Oxford United to secure their place in the Carabao Cup semi-finals.

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Hearts 0-2 Celtic: Champions move five points clear at top

Celtic move five points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership after consigning a struggling Hearts to a sixth game without a win.

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Sampdoria 1-2 Juventus: Gianluigi Buffon equals Paolo Maldini's Serie A appearance record

Gianluigi Buffon draws level with Paolo Maldini in the all-time Serie A appearances chart as Juventus climb back to the top of the league with a 2-1 win at Sampdoria.

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Fifa Club World Cup: Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp impressed with Red's resilience

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he was impressed with Liverpool's resilience in their 2-1 win over Monterrey to reach the Fifa Club World Cup final on Saturday in Doha.

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Mikel Arteta: Man City yet to agree compensation with Arsenal

Manchester City are yet to agree compensation with Arsenal that would allow the Gunners to name Mikel Arteta as their new manager.

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Fifa Club World Cup: Monterrey 1-2 Liverpool highlights

Roberto Firmino's injury-time goal gives Liverpool victory over Mexican side Monterrey and confirms their place in the Club World Cup final in Doha on Saturday.

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Fifa Club World Cup: Roberto Firmino’s stoppage-time goal sends Liverpool to the final

Roberto Firmino scores a late winner for Liverpool as they book their place in the Fifa Club World Cup final with a 2-1 win over Monterrey

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Fifa Club World Cup: Naby Keita gives Liverpool 1-0 lead at Club World Cup

Liverpool take a 1-0 lead against Monterrey thanks to Naby Keita's first half goal in Doha at the Fifa Club World Cup

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Mesut Ozil: Arsenal midfielder removed from Pro Evolution Soccer 2020 in China

Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil is removed from China's version of the Pro Evolution Soccer 2020 video game following his criticism of China's treatment of Uighur Muslims.

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Major League Soccer: Charlotte named as 30th franchise and will join MLS in 2021

Charlotte has been named as Major League Soccer's 30th franchise and will join the league in 2021.

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Neil Shipperley sentenced for public masturbation

Ex-Crystal Palace star Neil Shipperley performed a sex act in front of a mother and her daughter.

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FAI: Sports Minister Shane Ross says football body asked government for 18m euro bailout

Irish Sports Minister Shane Ross reveals that the Football Association of Ireland asked the government for an 18 million euro bailout.

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Macclesfield Town: Winding-up petition over unpaid tax adjourned for ninth time

The High Court adjourns the winding-up case involving Macclesfield over an unpaid tax bill for the ninth time.

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Borussia Dortmund 3-3 RB Leipzig: Jadon Sancho scores in seventh consecutive game

Watch all the goals from Borussia Dortmund's error-ridden 3-3 draw with RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga, including Jadon Sancho's seventh consecutive goal.

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Mesut Ozil: Arsene Wenger says Arsenal midfielder does not speak for club

Mesut Ozil has "a right to express his opinion" but does not speak for Arsenal in his criticism of China's treatment of Uighur Muslims, says ex-Gunners boss Arsene Wenger.

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Bury: Winding-up petition over unpaid tax bill dismissed by High Court

A winding-up petition issued against Bury over an unpaid tax bill is dismissed by the High Court.

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El Clasico: Why Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong & Real Madrid's Federico Valverde could stand out

Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong and Real Madrid's Federico Valverde are poised to make a big impact on El Clasico on Wednesday, says Spanish football writer Andy West.

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Takumi Minamino: Liverpool medical for Red Bull Salzburg winger

Red Bull Salzburg winger Takumi Minamino will have a medical at Liverpool on Wednesday with a view to joining the Reds on 1 January.

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Club World Cup: Who played for Liverpool in 2005 final?

Liverpool are about to begin their pursuit of the Club World Cup in Qatar - but who played when they reached the final in 2005?

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Premier League stats of the decade: Most points, goals and money spent

Who played the most games, who scored the most goals and how much money was spent? It's our Premier League stats of the 2010s.

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BBC Sport advent calendar: Cameroon protest at VAR decisions during Women's World Cup 2019

Day 18 of BBC Sport's advent calendar looking back at the sporting decade features one of the more bizarre moments in Women's World Cup history.

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Liverpool Under-23s boss Neil Critchley defends naming youngest side

Liverpool's Under-23s boss Neil Critchley defends the club's decision to play their youngest-ever side in the 5-0 defeat by Aston Villa in the League Cup.

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Serie A anti-racism campaign: League apologises for monkey artwork

Serie A chief executive Luigi De Siervo apologises after imagery of monkeys is used in artwork for an anti-racism campaign.

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Fifa Club World Cup: Flamengo 3-1 Al Hilal highlights

South American champions Flamengo seal a place in Saturday's Club World Cup final after coming from behind to beat Al Hilal 3-1 in Doha.

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Club World Cup: Flamengo beat Al Hilal 3-1 to reach final

Brazil's Flamengo come from behind to beat Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal 3-1 and reach the Fifa Club World Cup final.

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Fifa Club World Cup: Al-Sadd 2-6 Esperance Sportive de Tunis highlights

Eight goals, three penalties, a hat-trick and a red card as Esperance Sportive de Tunis beat Al-Sadd 6-2 in the fifth-place play-off at the Club World Cup.

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Oxford v Man City: 'I've never seen a coach as intense' - the U's ready for Guardiola

Karl Robinson is getting ready to face Pep Guardiola and Manchester City in the EFL Cup again - abut the Oxford boss is also plotting for long-term success.

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Club World Cup: Esperance Sportive de Tunis beat Al Sadd 6-2 to finish fifth

Hamdou Elhouni scores a hat-trick as Esperance Sportive de Tunis finish fifth in the Fifa Club World Cup by beating Al Sadd 6-2.

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Beth Mead: Arsenal and England forward out with bruising as X-rays show no fracture

Arsenal forward Beth Mead has bruising on her leg, rather than a fracture, after she was carried off against Everton.

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Mikel Arteta: Pep Guardiola 'doesn't know what is going to happen' with Spaniard's proposed move to Arsenal

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says he "doesn't know what is going to happen" after assistant manager Mikel Arteta held talks with Arsenal.

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Manchester United v Colchester United: Solskjaer taking Carabao Cup seriously

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Manchester United are taking the Carabao Cup quarter-final seriously as they prepare to face Colchester United on Wednesday.

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Everton v Leicester City: Duncan Ferguson wants 'bear pit' for Carabao Cup quarter-final

Everton's caretaker boss Duncan Ferguson wants Goodison Park to be a "bear pit" for Wednesday's EFL Cup quarter-final against Leicester City.

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Club World Cup: Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is 'wrong person' to address Qatar issues

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he is the "wrong person" to address concerns over Qatar's human rights record.

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Mikel Arteta to travel with Man City despite holding Arsenal talks

Mikel Arteta will travel with Manchester City for Wednesday's Carabao Cup tie at Oxford despite holding talks with Arsenal about their managerial vacancy, says Pep Guardiola.

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Liverpool at Club World Cup: Jurgen Klopp denied entry at breakfast

Manager Jurgen Klopp says "it was my fault" after being denied entry to breakfast as Liverpool prepare to face Monterrey at the Club World Cup in Qatar.

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Monterrey v Liverpool: Georginio Wijnaldum out but Virgil van Dijk fit

Virgil van Dijk will be available for Liverpool's Fifa Club World Cup semi-final against Monterrey, but Georginio Wijnaldum is injured.

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Angelo Alessio: Italian sacked as Kilmarnock manager

Kilmarnock sack manager Angelo Alessio after fewer than six months in charge.

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Hearts v Celtic: Daniel Stendel says side 'can only win' against league leaders

Struggling Hearts "can only win" when they welcome Scottish Premiership leaders Celtic on Wednesday, says head coach Daniel Stendel.

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Paul Pogba: Man Utd midfielder's return from injury hit by illness

Paul Pogba's return from injury for Manchester United is likely to be delayed because of illness.

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Serie A anti-racism campaign: Monkey artwork condemned by AC Milan and Roma

AC Milan say they "strongly disagree" with, and were not consulted about, the use of monkeys in a Serie A anti-racism campaign.

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Liverpool at Club World Cup: Five reasons why Qatar tournament matters to Reds

Liverpool already have a busy December, so why should they care about the Club World Cup? BBC Sport suggests five reasons.

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English football's moment of the decade: You decide

As we come to the end of the decade, we want to know what your moment of the 2010s in English football has been.

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AC Milan: Could leaving San Siro for a new stadium return the Rossoneri to greatness?

BBC Sport visits Milan's iconic San Siro stadium to find out if a move to a new ground could be the catalyst needed to revive the fortunes of European giants AC Milan.

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Football in the 2010s: Tell us about your favourite football moments

We want to hear your best moments and anecdotes from football over the past decade.

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BBC Sport advent calendar: Cristiano Ronaldo wins Euro 2016 with Portugal

Day 17 of BBC Sport's advent calendar looking back at the sporting decade features one of the world's best footballers having a very emotional night.

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Saint-Etienne stadium closed over fireworks during Kylian Mbappe goal

Saint-Etienne's stadium is closed after "massive use" of fireworks and flares in the stands during their defeat at home to Paris Saint-Germain.

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Serie A uses monkeys in anti-racism posters

Serie A is criticised for a "misguided" anti-racism campaign using posters of monkeys.

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Celtic fined for 'fireworks' during Europa League win over Lazio

Celtic are fined 16,000 euros by Uefa for "setting off fireworks" during last month's Europa League win over Lazio.

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Aston Villa v Liverpool: Neil Critchley 'very proud' to take charge of young squad

Liverpool Under-23s coach Neil Critchley says he will be "very proud" to take charge of their young squad in Tuesday's Carabao Cup quarter-final with Aston Villa.

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Philippe Senderos: Ex-Arsenal defender announces retirement

Former Arsenal and Fulham defender Philippe Senderos retires from professional football at the age of 34.

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Bigotry in football: How do you stop discriminatory chanting?

Police are investigating reports of West Ham fans singing discriminatory chants during their game with Chelsea, but can that type of song be stopped?

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Scottish Premiership: What did we learn from the weekend's games?

Read the 12 takeaways from this weekend's Scottish Premiership action.

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Sepp Blatter & Michel Platini: Fifa launches legal action against pair

Fifa launches legal action against former president Sepp Blatter and former vice-president Michel Platini in order to recover more than £1.5m.

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Europa League draw: Man Utd v Club Bruges, Arsenal v Olympiakos, Wolves v Espanyol

Manchester United face Club Bruges, Arsenal play Olympiakos and Wolves take on Espanyol in the last-32 of the Europa League.

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Mikel Arteta: Arsenal meet Man City coach over manager role

Arsenal hold a meeting with Manchester City coach Mikel Arteta to discuss the managerial vacancy at Emirates Stadium.

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Champions League draw: Man City face Real Madrid, Liverpool draw Atletico

Manchester City face Real Madrid while holders Liverpool draw Atletico Madrid in the last 16 of the Champions League.

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Premier League stats: Is Kevin de Bruyne on course for his best-ever season?

Is Kevin de Bruyne on course for his best season and how high could Sheffield United finish? BBC Sport looks at some of the weekend's Premier League stats.

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Mesut Ozil: Arsenal midfielder 'deceived by fake news', says China

China invites Arsenal's Mesut Ozil to visit the country, saying his criticism of the treatment of Uighur Muslims there was "influenced by untruthful remarks".

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Premier League team of the decade: Who makes yours?

As 2019 comes to an end, BBC Sport has drawn up a shortlist of the top players from the 2010s. Who makes your team of the decade?

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Champions League: Liverpool, Man City, Chelsea and Tottenham await last-16 draw

Liverpool, Manchester City, Chelsea and Tottenham will find out who they face in the Champions League last 16 when the draw takes place at 11:00 GMT on Monday.

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Olympics 2020: There will be Scots in Team GB football side - Phil Neville

Scotland will be well represented in the 2020 Great Britain Olympic women's football team, vows the man who will lead the side Phil Neville.

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Watch: Philippe Coutinho's stunning hat-trick as Bayern thrash Bremen

Watch highlights as Philippe Coutinho nets a hat-trick and Robert Lewandowki scores twice in Bayern Munich's 6-1 win over Werder Bremen in the Bundesliga.

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Football gossip: Nuno, Pellegrini, White, Maja, Coutinho, Brewster

Arsenal candidates worried by lack of backing, no Gunners approach for Wolves' Nuno Espirito Santo, Chelsea keen on ex-Sunderland striker, plus more.

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Megan Rapinoe on her goal celebrations, finding her voice and Donald Trump

Two-time Women's World Cup winner Megan Rapinoe opens up to BBC Sport about her famous goal celebration, finding the power of her voice and Donald Trump.

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Arsenal's lack of direction makes me feel sorry for players - Jermaine Jenas

Match of the Day 2's Jermaine Jenas says the lack of direction shown by Arsenal's hierarchy has filtered down to the team on the pitch and left him feeling sorry for the players.

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'Why Spurs' midfield should concern Jose Mourinho' - Jermaine Jenas analysis

Tottenham's midfield has "huge limitations" according to former Spurs star Jermaine Jenas, but it is the only negative from Jose Mourinho's first month in charge.

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Highlights: Celtic 2-0 Hibernian

Jeremie Frimpong scores his first goal for Celtic as they brush aside Hibernian in the Scottish Premiership. (UK only)

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Highlights: Motherwell 0-2 Rangers

Alfredo Morelos is sent off as Rangers beat Motherwell at Fir Park. (UK only)

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Erling Haaland: Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says striker has decided his future

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says promising young striker Erling Haaland has decided what he wants to do when the transfer window opens.

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Duncan Ferguson: Everton caretaker expects to manage Leicester game

Duncan Ferguson thinks he is likely to take charge of Everton's Carabao Cup quarter-final against Leicester on Wednesday but does not want the full-time job.

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Arsenal v Man City: Rate the players

Rate the players out of 10 as Arsenal take on Manchester City in the Premier League.

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Manchester United 1-1 Everton: Solskjaer - Toffees goal shouldn't have stood

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Everton's goal should have been disallowed despite VAR ruling David de Gea had not been impeded by Dominic Calvert-Lewin.

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Wolverhampton Wanderers 1-2 Tottenham Hotspur: Jose Mourinho hails 'three incredible points'

Spurs manager Jose Mourinho praises his side's 2-1 victory over "special opponent" Wolves.

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Wolverhampton Wanderers 1-2 Tottenham Hotspur: Wolves were almost perfect - Nuno Espirito Santo

Wolves manager Nuno Espiroto Santo praises his team's "very good" performance despite a 2-1 loss at home to Spurs.

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Celtic 2-0 Hibernian: Neil Lennon's side reinstate two-point lead

Celtic reinstate their two-point lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership by beating Hibernian to pick up their eighth consecutive league victory.

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Man Utd 1-1 Everton: Moise Kean hadn't got up to pace of game - Duncan Ferguson

Everton interim manager Duncan Ferguson praises the performance of his players during the 1-1 draw with Man Utd and explains why he substituted forward Moise Kean.

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Reading Women 3-1 Tottenham Hotspur Women - highlights

Reading score three late goals as they come from 1-0 down to beat Tottenham Hotspur in the Women's Super League.

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Women's Super League: Arsenal beat Everton to stay top but Beth Mead suffers injury

Arsenal beat Everton to stay top of the Women's Super League, but lose England's Beth Mead to what looks a serious leg injury.

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WSL highlights: Liverpool 1-1 Chelsea

Chelsea maintain their unbeaten Women's Super League record but slip to third after drawing 1-1 at Liverpool.

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Wolves 1-2 Tottenham: Late Jan Vertonghen goal seals win for Jose Mourinho's side

Jan Vertonghen scores a dramatic late winner as Tottenham end Wolves' 11-match unbeaten Premier League run to narrow the gap on the top four with victory at Molineux.

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Man United 1-1 Everton: Mason Greenwood secures draw for Red Devils at Old Trafford

Mason Greenwood's equaliser salvages a draw for Man United against Everton to extend the Reds' unbeaten Premier League run to six games.

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Juventus 3-1 Udinese: Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice in comfortable win

Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice as Juventus beat Udinese to go top of Serie A - for a few hours at least.

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WSL: Man City 5-0 Brighton - highlights

Manchester City respond to their defeat at the hands of Women's Super League title rivals Chelsea by thrashing Brighton & Hove Albion 5-0.

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WSL: Everton 1-3 Arsenal - highlights

Watch highlights as WSL leaders Arsenal beat Everton 3-1 thanks to a brace from Vivianne Miedema and a penalty from Kim Little.

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Motherwell 0-2 Rangers: Alfredo Morelos sent off as visitors go top

Rangers go top of the Scottish Premiership after beating Motherwell at Fir Park, despite having Alfredo Morelos sent off after gesturing to the home support following his goal.

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WSL: Manchester City's Ellen White scores brilliant goal against Brighton

Watch England international Ellen White score a brilliant goal for Manchester City in their WSL fixture against Brighton.

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Quiz: Man Utd reach 4,000 straight academy player appearances - how much do you know?

Man Utd have named an academy player in 4,000 consecutive games, but how well can you remember some of them?

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Graham Westley: Stevenage reappoint former manager for fourth spell in charge

Stevenage reappoint former manager Graham Westley for his fourth spell in charge of the League Two club.

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Mesut Ozil: Arsenal-Manchester City game removed from schedules by China state TV

China's state broadcaster CCTV has removed Sunday's Arsenal-Manchester City game from its schedule after comments made by Gunners midfielder Mesut Ozil, state media has reported.

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Club World Cup: Liverpool confirm travelling squad for Qatar

Liverpool confirm their 20-man travelling squad for the Club World Cup in Qatar, with Georginio Wijnaldum included but Dejan Lovren missing out.

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BBC Sport advent calendar: Luis Suarez bites Giorgio Chiellini at 2014 World Cup

Day 15 of BBC Sport's advent calendar looking back at the sporting decade features one of the most infamous moments in World Cup history from 2014.

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Chelsea 0-1 Bournemouth: Eddie Howe hopes win proves to be 'turning point' in season

Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe hopes his side's 1-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge will prove to be a "big turning point" in the Cherries' season.

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Burnley 1-0 Newcastle: Dyche pleased with win after 'tough week'

Burnley manager Sean Dyche is pleased with his team's 1-0 win over Newcastle at Turf Moor, a result which saw the Clarets end a run of three straight defeats.

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Premier League results: Liverpool's lead extended at top

Liverpool's 2-0 victory against Watford increases their lead to 10 points at the top of the Premier League table.

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Leicester 1-1 Norwich: Foxes fall further behind Liverpool with draw

Leicester are dealt huge a blow in the Premier League title race as they are held to a draw by a battling Norwich at King Power Stadium.

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Chelsea 0-1 Bournemouth: Dan Gosling's late goal gifts Cherries win

Dan Gosling's late goal gives Bournemouth their first win since early November in a scrappy encounter at Chelsea.

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Sheffield United 2-0 Aston Villa: John Fleck scores twice as the Blades move up to fifth

John Fleck scores twice against Aston Villa as Sheffield United's remarkable season continues with a win that lifts them to fifth in the Premier League.

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Burnley 1-0 Newcastle United: Chris Wood heads winner for Clarets

Chris Wood scores the only goal as Burnley end a run of three straight defeats with victory over Newcastle at Turf Moor.

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Leeds United 3-3 Cardiff City: Hosts denied top spot as Bluebirds fight back

Cardiff City fight back from 3-0 down and equalise when down to 10 men to prevent Leeds United from returning to the top of the Championship.

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Barcelona draw 2-2 at Real Sociedad in entertaining La Liga game

La Liga leaders Barcelona play out an entertaining draw with fourth-placed Real Sociedad.

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Aberdeen 1-0 Hamilton Academical: Sam Cosgrove goal sends Accies to bottom

Sam Cosgrove's 19th goal of the season is enough to send Hamilton Accies to the bottom of the Scottish Premiership as Aberdeen move up to third.

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Fifa Club World Cup: Al Hilal 1-0 ES Tunis highlights, Gomis scores winner

Former Swansea striker Bafetimbi Gomis scores the winner as Al Hilal beat Esperance Sportive de Tunis 1-0 to reach the Fifa Club World Cup semi-finals.

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Al Hilal 1-0 Esperance Sportive de Tunis: Ex-Swansea striker Bafetimbi Gomis scores winner to reach Fifa Club World Cup semis

Former Swansea striker Bafetimbi Gomis scores the winner as Al Hilal beat Esperance Sportive de Tunis 1-0 to reach the Fifa Club World Cup semi-finals.

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Kieran Tierney: Arsenal left-back out for three months after dislocating shoulder

Arsenal and Scotland defender Kieran Tierney will be out for three months after dislocating his shoulder.

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Fifa Club World Cup: Al Hilal goalkeeper heroics prevents own goal

Al Hilal goalkeeper Abdullah Al-Mayoof makes a "spectacular save" to prevent an own goal during their Fifa Club World Cup match against Esperance Sportive de Tunis.

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Liverpool 2-0 Watford: Watford's destiny is 'in our own hands' - Pearson

Watford manager Nigel Pearson discusses his team's need for consistency after a promising display in a 2-0 defeat to table-topping Liverpool.

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Liverpool 2-0 Watford: 'Resilient' Reds had to fight for win - Klopp

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp praises two "sensational" goals from Mo Salah, but admits his team had to "fight" their way to a 2-0 win over the Premier League's bottom side Watford.

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Birmingham City 2-3 West Bromwich Albion: Charlie Austin scores twice in Baggies win

Substitute Charlie Austin scores twice in eight minutes to earn West Bromwich Albion victory at local rivals Birmingham.

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Liverpool 2-0 Watford: Mohamed Salah double gives Reds win

Liverpool extend their unbeaten start to the Premier League season as Mohamed Salah's first-half goal secured a 2-0 win over bottom-placed Watford.

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Arsenal manager search: Could Carlo Ancelotti or Nuno Espirito Santo 'overhaul' Arsenal?

Football Focus pundits Dion Dublin and Kevin Kilbane discuss Arsenal's managerial options.

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Lauren Hemp: Manchester City & England forward making amends for sister's heartbreak

Two trophies, an England debut and a new contract - Manchester City's Lauren Hemp talks to BBC Sport about a memorable 2019.

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Brighton manager Graham Potter condemns homophobic abuse at Amex Stadium

Brighton manager Graham Potter condemns homophobia in football after two visiting fans were arrested for homophobic abuse at the game against Wolves last weekend.

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Rangers: Allan McGregor pens new Ibrox contract

Rangers announce goalkeeper Allan McGregor has signed a one-year contract extension at the club.

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Jesse Lingard: Man Utd midfielder opens up to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Manchester United midfielder Jesse Lingard says he feels he can return to his best after opening up to manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer about off the field issues.

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James Milner signs new Liverpool contract extension until 2022

Liverpool midfielder James Milner agrees a contract extension taking him through to 2022.

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Sir Alex Ferguson questions Fifa's global Super League plans

Sir Alex Ferguson says English teams should not be interested in a proposed global Super League.

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Liverpool's Sadio Mane like a 'big brother' - Watford winger Ismaila Sarr

Watford's Ismaila Sarr says his Senegal team-mate Sadio Mane has helped him settle in to life in England after a difficult start.

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Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool 'in a good place' says manager after signing new deal

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has signed a new deal that will run until 2024 - and says the club are "in a good place".

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Arsenal should be winning trophies again - Freddie Ljungberg

Interim manager Freddie Ljungberg says Arsenal should be winning trophies again as they host Manchester City this weekend in the Premier League.

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Manchester United: Marcus Rashford on helping academy reach landmark

Marcus Rashford talks about his rise through the Manchester United academy as it celebrates the 4,000th consecutive game in which a graduate has been involved in the matchday squad.

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Wayne Rooney: 'Frustrated' Derby player-coach 'ready to play tomorrow'

Derby County player-coach Wayne Rooney says he would play "tomorrow" if he was allowed to do so for the Championship side.

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Chelsea sign Jamie-Lee Napier as Scotland Under-19 midfielder leaves Hibernian

Scottish Women's Premier League player of the year Jamie-Lee Napier signs for Chelsea until 2021 after leaving Hibernian.

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Pep Guardiola: Man City manager denies exit clause allowing him to leave

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola denies he has a clause in contract that would allow him to leave the club at the end of the season.

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Everton need 'the best in the world' - interim boss Duncan Ferguson

Duncan Ferguson wants Everton to appoint "the best in the world" when they decide on their next permanent manager.

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Club World Cup: Fifa willing to make changes to expanded tournament

Fifa indicates it would be willing to make wholesale changes to its controversial plans for a 24-team Club World Cup.

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Cluj 2-0 Celtic: Neil Lennon has no regrets over resting players

Manager Neil Lennon says he has no regrets about resting key players for Celtic's final Europa League match, despite his side losing 2-0 to Cluj.

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Harry Lennon: Southend defender apologises after Dover pub video

Southend's Harry Lennon apologises after being filmed out with Dover players after their FA Cup loss to the non-league side.

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Jurgen Klopp signs new Liverpool deal until 2024

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp signs a new deal with the club that will run until 2024.

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Nathan Ake: Bournemouth defender faces up to six weeks out - Eddie Howe

Bournemouth centre-back Nathan Ake faces up to six weeks out with the hamstring injury he suffered against Liverpool, manager Eddie Howe says.

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Leicester City: James Maddison and James Justin take famous James quiz

Watch as Leicester City's James Maddison and James Justin take on Football Focus' Famous James Quiz.

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Steven Gerrard: Rangers manager signs new deal until 2024

Rangers manager Steven Gerrard adds a further two years to his contract, keeping him at Ibrox until 2024.

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Australia & New Zealand launch bid to host 2023 Women's World Cup

Australia and New Zealand launch joint bid to host the Women's World Cup in 2023, with the submission deadline on Friday.

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Alfredo Morelos: Rangers striker 'up there' as player of Europa League

Alfredo Morelos is "up there" as the best player in the Europa League so far after firing Rangers into the last 32, says manager Steven Gerrard.

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Jamie Vardy: Is Leicester City player the best striker in Europe?

Is Jamie Vardy the best striker in Europe? Is he better than ever? BBC Sport crunches the numbers.

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Mason Greenwood: How good can teenage Man Utd striker be?

A killer in the box and a natural finisher, Manchester United players past and present give their views on just how good Mason Greenwood can be.

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Europa League: Arsenal, Celtic, Man Utd, Rangers and Wolves ensure clean sweep for British clubs

Arsenal, Celtic, Manchester United, Rangers and Wolves complete a clean sweep for British clubs as they advance into the last 32 of the Europa League.

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Football gossip: Sancho, Eriksen, Guardiola, Haaland, Zaha, Torreira

Manchester United hopeful of double signing, Palace hold firm over forward, ex-Arsenal boss seeks top-flight return, plus more.

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Nigel Pearson: New Watford boss believes Hornets can stay in Premier League

New Watford manager Nigel Pearson says they will need a "collective buy-in from everybody" to stay in the Premier League.

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Manuel Pellegrini: West Ham boss sure he has backing of board and players

West Ham boss Manuel Pellegrini says he still has the backing of the board and players despite being one point above the Premier League relegation zone.

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EFL: Chief executive Rick Parry has concerns over 'another Bury'

Bury may not be the last EFL club to lose their status because of financial problems, according to Rick Parry, the governing body's chief.

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Cluj 2-0 Celtic: Neil Lennon's side end group stage with defeat

A much-changed Celtic side slip to their first defeat in seven Europa League games this season, losing 2-0 to CFR Cluj in Romania.

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Fikayo Tomori: Chelsea defender signs new five-year deal

Chelsea defender Fikayo Tomori signs a new five-year contract with the Premier League club.

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Carlo Ancelotti: Where next for ex-Chelsea, Real Madrid & AC Milan manager?

Carlo Ancelotti was sacked as Napoli manager despite guiding them into the Champions League knockout stage, so where next for the Italian?

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Wolves v Besiktas: Already-qualified Wolves set to make changes

Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo is expected to make plenty of changes for Thursday's Europa League game against Beskitas at Molineux.

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Europa League: Rangers v Young Boys

Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's Europa League game between Rangers and Young Boys.

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Premier League predictions: Lawro v comedian, author and Chelsea fan David Baddiel

Mark Lawrenson takes on comedian, author and Chelsea fan David Baddiel to make predictions for the latest round of Premier League fixtures.

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Quiz: Can you answer these 10 questions from Champions League group stage?

The last 16 teams in this season's Champions League have now been confirmed, but how much do you remember from the group stages?

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Brendan Rodgers: Leicester manager says no players will leave in January

Leicester will not sell any of their players during the forthcoming transfer window, manager Brendan Rodgers says.

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VAR: Uefa and home nation FAs to push for changes to offside calls next season

Uefa and the home nations' football associations are trying to amend the use of video assistant referees for marginal offsides next season.

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic statue: Vandals try to saw through feet

Vandals try to saw through the feet of a statue of Zlatan Ibrahimovic and place a rope around its neck.

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Premier League chief executive Richard Masters set to get job on permanent basis

Premier League interim chief executive Richard Masters is set to be given the job on a permanent basis.

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Champions League: Liverpool, Man City, Chelsea and Tottenham await last-16 draw

Liverpool, Manchester City, Chelsea and Tottenham will find out who they face in the Champions League last 16 when the draw takes place at 11:00 GMT on Monday.

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Liverpool: Takumi Minamino of Red Bull Salzburg in Jurgen Klopp's sights

Liverpool plan to make a January move for Red Bull Salzburg forward Takumi Minamino, who is believed to have a £7.25m release clause.

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Could talking about football help combat dementia?

Patients and their carers in Birmingham meet to reminisce about players and the game they love.

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Cristiano Ronaldo: Juventus forward reacts angrily after he is grabbed by pitch invader

Cristiano Ronaldo reacts angrily after he is grabbed by a pitch invader at the end of Juventus' 2-0 win at Bayer Leverkusen.

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Leicester’s 5000-1 title or 'Agueroooo'? MOTDx team pick their moment of the decade

MOTDx's Jermaine Jenas, Reece Parkinson, Chelcee Grimes and Craig Mitch discuss their Premier League moments of the decade, and struggle to pick a winner from their final two.

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Championship 'bubble waiting to burst' with clubs posting record losses in Premier League 'gamble'

BBC Radio 5 Live's Investigations Unit explores the financial picture of the Championship - with one former chairman saying "thank God we're out".

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Liverpool's Champions League performances have earned them 'respect' says Andrew Robertson

No team will want to play Liverpool in the last 16 of the Champions League, says Reds defender Andrew Robertson.

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Women's Continental League Cup: Reading, Man Utd and Arsenal progress

Reading Women, Manchester United and Arsenal are among the eight teams to book their Continental League Cup quarter-final places.

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Al-Sadd 3-1 Hienghene: Xavi's side reach Club World Cup second round

Al-Sadd reach the second round of the Club World Cup with a 3-1 extra-time win over part-time Hienghene.

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Shakhtar Donetsk 0-3 Atalanta: Italian side reach Champions League last 16

Champion League debutants Atalanta reach the knockout stages with victory at Shakhtar Donetsk after losing their first three games.

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Al-Sadd's Baghdad Bounedjah scores opening goal of Club World Cup

Baghdad Bounedjah scores the opening goal of the 2019 Fifa Club World Cup for Qatari side Al-Sadd Sports Club - managed by Spain legend Xavi - against Hienghene Sport.

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Gennaro Gattuso: Napoli name former AC Milan boss as Carlo Ancelotti's successor

Napoli appoint Gennaro Gattuso as the Italian club's new head coach following the dismissal of Carlo Ancelotti on Tuesday.

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Duncan Ferguson: Everton caretaker boss to be in charge for trip to Man Utd

Duncan Ferguson is to remain as Everton caretaker manager for Sunday's Premier League game at Manchester United.

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Allan Saint-Maximin: Newcastle United winger to miss festive period with injury

Newcastle winger Allan Saint-Maximin will be out until January due to a hamstring injury he suffered in the Magpies' victory over Southampton on Sunday.

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Jim Smith: Harry Redknapp hails ex-Oxford, Portsmouth & Derby boss as a 'great football man'

Former Portsmouth boss Harry Redknapp describes Jim Smith, who died at the age of 79 on Tuesday, as a "great football man".

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Manchester United v AZ Alkmaar: Jesse Lingard set to join Paul Pogba on sidelines

Manchester United may be without midfielder Jesse Lingard when they host AZ Alkmaar in their final Europa League group game.

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Kieran Tierney: Scotland full-back suffers dislocated shoulder

Arsenal confirm Scotland full-back Kieran Tierney dislocated a shoulder in Monday's win at West Ham.

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Steven Gerrard: Rangers manager confirms he's set to sign new deal

Rangers manager Steven Gerrard confirms he is set to sign a new contract, with extended stays for players Allan McGregor, Steven Davis and Jermain Defoe also "imminent".

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Premier League footballer Jordon Ibe accused over Bentley crash

AFC Bournemouth's Jordon Ibe is accused of crashing his Bentley into a coffee shop and driving off.

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Fifa is advised to take legal action against Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini

Football's world governing body Fifa is advised to launch legal action against former president Sepp Blatter and former Uefa president Michel Platini to recover more £1.5m.

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Manchester United: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants players show equality in face of alleged racist abuse

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants his team to show equality on the pitch after the alleged racist abuse during last Sunday's Premier League win at Manchester City.

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Liverpool John Lennon Airport: Private plane overshoots runway

One of Liverpool FC's owners was among four people on the plane when it came off the runway.

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FA Cup: Hartlepool 1-0 Exeter (aet) highlights

Watch highlights as Josh Hawkes' extra-time winner against League Two Exeter sends National League Hartlepool into the FA Cup third round.

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Peter Crouch launches the manifesto for his new podcast series

Peter Crouch launches the manifesto for his new podcast series but, when grilled by Question Time's Fiona Bruce, begins to wonder if he has made a terrible mistake.

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Everton: David Moyes still under consideration to replace Marco Silva

Everton continue to explore options as they seek a successor to Marco Silva - with former manager David Moyes still figuring heavily in discussions.

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Quiz: Can you name all nine Club World Cup winners

The Club World Cup pits the seven continental champions against each other, but can you name the nine clubs to have won the prize?

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West Ham: 'My Scouse accent is terrible!' Michail Antonio & Ryan Fredericks' Honesty Cards

West Ham's Michail Antonio & Ryan Fredericks take on Football Focus' Honesty Cards, answering the big questions such as, who has the worst haircut in the dressing room?

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FC Copenhagen v Malmo FF: Tensions high in 'The Bridge' derby

While 'The Bridge' spotlights a culture clash between Malmo and Copenhagen, the cities' football clubs have a rivalry with just as much tension.

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BBC Sport advent calendar: England's John Terry tries to head the ball on the floor

Day 11 of BBC Sport's advent calendar looking back at the sporting decade features John Terry 'using his head' with England up against it in the 2010 World Cup.

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Chelsea will look to replace Eden Hazard goals - Frank Lampard

Chelsea will try to replace the goalscoring and creativity of Eden Hazard in the January transfer window, says boss Frank Lampard.

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That Peter Crouch Podcast back for series three: Read Crouchy's podlitical manifesto

As That Peter Crouch Podcast returns for a third series, the man himself spells out his own manifesto promises.

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Red Bull Salzburg 0-2 Liverpool: Jurgen Klopp says his team are 'so smart'

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says "my team are so smart" after they found a way to win against a stubborn Salzburg side and reach the Champions League last 16.

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FA Cup: Crewe Alexandra 3-1 Eastleigh highlights

Watch highlights as Crewe ease past National League side Eastleigh with two goals from substitute Chuma Anene helping to book their place in the FA Cup third round.

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Ajax 0-1 Valencia: Last year's Champions League semi-finalists eliminated

Last season's Champions League semi-finalists Ajax are knocked out in the group stages as Valencia progress with victory at the Johan Cruyff Arena.

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Borussia Dortmund 2-1 Slavia Prague: Jadon Sancho helps German side into last 16

England forward Jadon Sancho scores one and makes another as Borussia Dortmund beat Slavia Prague to move into the Champions League last 16.

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Preston North End 2-1 Fulham: David Nugent helps 10-man Lilywhites to victory

Preston end a run of four consecutive defeats as they beat Fulham in a game which sees both sides reduced to 10 men.

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FA Cup: Ipswich Town 1-2 Coventry City highlights

Watch highlights as Coventry City beat Ipswich Town to reach the FA Cup third round, courtesy of goals from Jordan Shipley and Maxime Biamou.

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FA Cup: Carlisle United 1-0 Forest Green Rovers highlights

Watch highlights as Carlisle United edge past Forest Green Rovers 1-0 to reach the FA Cup third round against Cardiff.

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Leeds United 2-0 Hull City: Marcelo Bielsa's Whites win to go top

Leeds United move top of the Championship as two late goals see them edge past Hull City for a seventh straight league win.

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Bayern Munich v Tottenham Hotspur: Harry Kane to be rested for Champions League game

Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho is set to rest some of his players for Spurs' final Champions League group match, away at Bayern Munich.

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Dinamo Zagreb v Manchester City: Pep Guardiola backs Phil Foden to replace David Silva

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Champions League game between Dinamo Zagreb and Manchester City.

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Jim Smith: Ex-Derby County, Oxford United & Portsmouth boss dies, aged 79

Former Derby County, Oxford United and Portsmouth manager Jim Smith dies at the age of 79.

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Europa League: Celtic will 'defend the badge' whoever faces Cluj - Callum McGregor

Callum McGregor says "there are no free hits at Celtic" as he insists they will not ease off against Cluj despite having already qualified for the Europa League knock-out stage.

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Vitor Pereira out of running for Everton manager's job

Shanghai SIPG coach Vitor Pereira says he has pulled out of the running to become the new Everton manager.

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Didier Deschamps: France coach's contract extended to 2022 World Cup

World Cup-winning coach Didier Deschamps extends his France contract until the end of the 2022 tournament in Qatar.

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Maarten Vandevoordt: Genk goalkeeper could make Champions League debut aged 17

Genk's Maarten Vandevoordt could become the youngest goalkeeper to play in the Champions League at 17 years and 287 days, if he makes his debut against Napoli on Tuesday.

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David Brooks: Bournemouth's Wales winger undergoes second ankle operation

Wales international David Brooks has further ankle surgery, with Bournemouth "quietly optimistic" he will play again this season.

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Daryl Murphy: Republic of Ireland striker admits testing positive for cocaine

Bolton's Republic of Ireland striker Daryl Murphy has admitted testing positive for using cocaine last season.

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Quiz: Can you name Liverpool's leading Champions League goalscorers?

Can you name the Liverpool players to have scored at least five Champions League goals?

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Fifa Club World Cup: Five reasons to watch the Qatar tournament

The Fifa Club World Cup starts on Wednesday - with every game available to watch live on the BBC. So why should you watch it?

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Serge Gnabry: Premier League struggler to Germany and Bayern Munich star

Serge Gnabry has become a key player for Bayern Munich and Germany - yet four years ago, couldn't get a game at West Brom. So what changed?

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Newcastle offer season ticket holders free half-season ticket to try to fill St James' Park

Newcastle are offering season ticket holders a free additional half-season ticket to gift to fellow supporters to help fill St James' Park.

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West Ham: Manuel Pellegrini 'not worried' about relegation after loss to Arsenal

West Ham manager Manuel Pellegrini is "not worried about relegation" from the Premier League even though his side are above the bottom three by only a point.

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West Ham 1-3 Arsenal: Freddie Ljungberg working 'game-by-game' as Gunners boss

Interim Arsenal boss Freddie Ljungberg says he does not know how long he will be in charge for after his side beat West Ham.

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Football gossip: McTominay, Solskjaer, Eriksen, Emery

Everton approach Unai Emery, Man Utd offer Scott McTominay new deal and target Spurs midfielder Christian Eriksen, plus more.

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West Ham 1-3 Arsenal: Gunners 'worked their socks off' for win - Freddie Ljungberg

Arsenal interim manager Freddie Ljungberg is delighted his side "put a shift in" and "worked their socks off" as they came from 1-0 down to win 3-1 at West Ham.

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West Ham 1-3 Arsenal: Manuel Pellegrini rues Hammers defensive mistakes

West Ham boss Manuel Pellegrini says his side made a few defensive mistakes which cost them as they gave up a one-goal lead to lose 3-1 against Arsenal at London Stadium.

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West Ham 1-3 Arsenal: Gunners gain first win under Freddie Ljungberg

Arsenal beat West Ham to end a winless run of nine games and gain their first victory under interim boss Freddie Ljungberg.

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Vitor Pereira: Everton have Shanghai SIPG coach high on shortlist to be new manager

Shanghai SIPG coach Vitor Pereira is high on Everton's shortlist to succeed Marco Silva as manager.

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Red Bull Salzburg v Liverpool: Jurgen Klopp prepared for 'final'

European champions Liverpool need a point away at Red Bull Salzburg on Tuesday to be sure of a place in the Champions League last 16.

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Chelsea v Lille: Frank Lampard says his young side can 'make a mark'

Chelsea could welcome back centre-back Antonio Rudiger for their "knockout" Champions League group game with Lille.

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Premier League stats: Liverpool secure Christmas number one but Man City's woes go on

Liverpool ensure they will be top at Christmas, but it's not going to plan for Pep Guardiola and Manchester City - as the latest Premier League stats show.

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Bobby Duncan: Ex-Liverpool striker's agent Saif Rubie banned by FA for 'improper' Twitter use

Saif Rubie, agent of ex-Liverpool striker Bobby Duncan, is banned for six weeks by the Football Association for "improper" comments on Twitter.

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Can Russia play at the World Cup 2022 and Euro 2020?

What does Russia's doping ban mean for the 2022 World Cup and Euro 2020?

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Champions League permutations: What Liverpool and Chelsea need to join Tottenham and Man City

Eight teams, including two from the Premier League, have qualified for the Champions League last 16. What do the other sides need to join them?

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Fifa Club World Cup: Hienghene Sport - a boarding school manager and beach soccer specialists

Who are Hienghene Sport, the New Caledonian football team who could meet European champions Liverpool in the Fifa Club World Cup?

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Bedfordshire Police investigating fight at under-15s football game

Police are investigating after a fight involving 15 to 20 people broke out a youth football match in Bedfordshire.

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Burnley fan investigated for alleged racism towards Tottenham's Son Heung-min

A 13-year-old Burnley fan is being investigated by police for making an alleged racist gesture to Tottenham forward Son Heung-min.

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Brechin City goalkeeper Lewis McMinn scores from 90 yards in 4-2 win over Stirling Albion

Watch goalkeeper Lewis McMinn score from 90 yards in Brechin City's 4-2 win over Stirling Albion.

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Manchester derby racist abuse claim: Man City fan bailed after arrest

A Manchester City fan's arrest came after United players said they were targeted in Saturday's game.

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Euro 2020: Wales to host Austria in March warm-up

Ryan Giggs' side will play Austria at home next March during the build up to June's Euro 2020 finals.

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Leicester: Why Foxes are Premier League contenders - Darren Fletcher analysis

Darren Fletcher explains how Leicester's tactical versatility is one of the reasons they can push Liverpool all the way at the top of the Premier League.

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Brighton v Wolves: Two arrests for homophobic abuse during Premier League match

Brighton say two "visiting supporters" were arrested for homophobic abuse during Sunday's Premier League game against Wolves at Amex Stadium.

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Russia banned for four years to include 2020 Olympics and 2022 World Cup

Russia is handed a four-year ban from all major sporting events - including the Tokyo 2020 Olympics - by the World Anti-Doping Agency.

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England to play Italy in friendly at Wembley in March

England will play a friendly against Italy at Wembley on 27 March as part of their preparations for Euro 2020.

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Aston Villa 1-4 Leicester: Foxes were 'absolutely amazing' - Brendan Rodgers

Brendan Rodgers says his Leicester team were "absolutely amazing" in their 4-1 win at Aston Villa to make it a club-record eight Premier League wins in a row.

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Newcastle 2-1 Southampton: Steve Bruce pleased with Magpies 'spirit'

Newcastle head coach Steve Bruce says his side "stuck at it" to come from behind to beat Southampton 2-1 at St James' Park.

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Norwich 1-2 Sheffield United: Chris Wilder pleased with Blades' response

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder says his players needed a "poke" at half time, but was pleased with their second-half response.

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Norwich 1-2 Sheffield United: Daniel Farke disappointed with 'mistakes'

Norwich boss Daniel Farke is disappointed with his side's "horrible mistakes" after they suffer a 2-1 defeat at home to Sheffield United.

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Newcastle 2-1 Southampton: Saints didn't deserve to lose - Ralph Hasenhuttl

Ralph Hasenhuttl says his Southampton team did not deserve to lose after their 2-1 defeat at Newcastle, who he accuses of relying on "long balls".

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Rangers 0-1 Celtic: Neil Lennon's side win fourth straight Scottish League Cup

Ten-man Celtic survived a Rangers onslaught - including a missed penalty - to clinch their fourth Scottish League Cup in a row and 10th consecutive domestic trophy.

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Women's FA Cup second round: Sunderland beat Middlesbrough 4-3

Sunderland, 2016 Women's FA Cup semi-finalists, reach this year's third round by beating fellow Northern Premier side Middlesbrough.

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WSL highlights: Reading 0-3 Arsenal

Watch highlights as Vivianne Miedema scores twice for Arsenal, who remain top of the Women's Super League with a 3-0 victory at Reading.

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Aston Villa 1-4 Leicester: Villa were too open - Dean Smith

Dean Smith says his Aston Villa team were "too open" during their 4-1 defeat to Leicester, and compares the match to a "basketball game".

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WSL Highlights: Liverpool 1-1 West Ham

Watch highlights as Liverpool continue their winless run with a 1-1 draw against West Ham at Prenton Park.

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WSL: Tottenham Hotspur 1-0 Brighton & Hove Albion highlights

Spurs beat Brighton 1-0 thanks to a Victoria Williams own goal in a game of few chances at The Hive Stadium.

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