Marcus Rashford brings food brand giants together to tackle child food poverty

The Manchester United forward says he is confident his taskforce can change lives for the better.

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David Silva: How do Man City replace their creative star?

David Silva has been one of the best players to grace the Premier League in the last 10 years, but now Manchester City must work out how to continue without him.

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Marcus Rashford: Man Utd striker's plans to help reduce child food poverty

Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford speaks to BBC Breakfast about forming a taskforce with some of the UK's biggest food brands in a bid to help reduce child food poverty.

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Premier League quiz: Can you name 30 Dutch players with most appearances?

Can you name the 30 players from the Netherlands with the most Premier League appearances?

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Transfer rumours: Messi, Havertz, Upamecano, King, Wilson

Argentina president calls on Messi to return, Chelsea agree Havertz deal, Man Utd target Upamecano, plus more.

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic signs new one-year AC Milan deal

Zlatan Ibrahimovic signs a one-year contract extension with AC Milan, taking him through until 30 June 2021.

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Rachel Daly signs new three-year deal with Houston Dash

England international Rachel Daly signs a new three-year deal with Houston Dash, taking her through until 2023.

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David Silva tests positive for coronavirus, Real Sociedad

Former Manchester City midfielder David Silva tests positive for coronavirus, his new club Real Sociedad confirms.

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Henrikh Mkhitaryan: Roma sign Arsenal midfielder on permanent deal

Henrikh Mkhitaryan leaves Arsenal to join Roma on a permanent basis after his contract is terminated by mutual consent.

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Mark Bowen: Former Reading manager leaves after Veljko Paunovic appointment

Mark Bowen leaves Championship club Reading following the appointment of Veljko Paunovic as manager.

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Jack Grealish: Aston Villa midfielder called up to England squad

Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish is called up to the England senior squad for the first time.

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Lyndon Dykes: Striker 'always knew' he would pick Scotland over Australia

Lyndon Dykes "always knew" he would declare to play for Scotland rather than Australia as he bids to make his international debut on Friday.

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Scottish Premiership: Relive the best strikes of August

Relive the best strikes of August as the Scottish Premiership returns.

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Scotland women's qualifiers with Cyprus & Portugal postponed until February

Scotland women's European Championship qualifiers next month with Cyprus and Portugal have been postponed until February.

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Scotland v Israel: Who's in your XI for Nations League opener at Hampden?

Tierney or Robertson? Or both? Who would be in your Scotland XI to face Israel in the Nations League opener?

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Europa League draw: Tottenham to face Lokomotiv Plovdiv

Tottenham are drawn away to Bulgarian side Lokomotiv Plovdiv in the second round of Europa League qualifying.

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Catch up on all the goals from another round of Scottish Premiership action

Catch up on all the goals from another round of Scottish Premiership action.

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Lionel Messi transfer request: Which English team would suit Barcelona captain best?

Manchester City is the obvious choice, but where else might Lionel Messi feel at home if he moves to England?

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All or Nothing: Tottenham: Jose Mourinho is star of new documentary

Is it any surprise that manager Jose Mourinho is the star of a new documentary about Tottenham Hotspur? BBC Sport looks at the first three episodes.

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Ivan Toney: Brentford to sign Peterborugh striker on five-year contract

Brentford agree to sign Peterborough striker Ivan Toney on Tuesday for an undisclosed fee on a five-year contract.

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England women: Lionesses to play Germany in friendly

England women will travel to Germany for a friendly against two-time world champions in Wiesbaden on Tuesday, 27 October.

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MOTDx Access All Area: Craig Mitch spends a day as a pro at Tottenham Hotspur

Before a new fly-on-the-wall documentary, Tottenham invited MOTDx's Craig Mitch down to their training centre, The Lodge, to sample the life of a professional.

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FA Cup qualifying: NHS tributes, training in manager's garden and Zoom weddings

One month after Arsenal beat Chelsea in the final, the FA Cup is back, with hundreds of non-league clubs banking on a good run after going months without any matchday income.

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Transfer rumours: Messi, Van de Beek, Grealish, Thiago, Kante

Messi to join New York City after Man City spell, Man Utd want Grealish, Spurs and Newcastle eye King, plus more.

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Mario Lemina: Fulham sign Southampton midfielder on season-long loan

Fulham sign Southampton's Gabon midfielder Mario Lemina on a season-long loan deal.

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Donny van de Beek: Manchester United agree £40m fee for Ajax midfielder

Manchester United are closing in on the signing of Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek after the two clubs agreed a fee in the region of £40m.

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Oli McBurnie: Scotland striker withdraws from squad to face Israel

Oli McBurnie withdraws from the Scotland squad for Friday's Nations League opener against Israel.

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Republic of Ireland: Troy Parrott ruled out of Nations League double-header

Striker Troy Parrott will miss the Republic of Ireland's Nations League double-header against Bulgaria and Finland through injury.

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Real Salt Lake: Owner Dell Loy Hansen to sell MLS club after criticising players' protest

Real Salt Lake owner Dell Loy Hansen is to sell the Major League Soccer club - days after he criticised the team's players for their protest over the Jacob Blake shooting.

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Celtic 3-0 Motherwell: Lennon's side bounce back from Champions League exit

Celtic bounced back from their midweek Champions League exit with a Scottish Premiership victory over belligerent Motherwell.

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'A ridiculous finish Messi would be proud of' - Sportscene analysis

Sportscene pundits Neil McCann and Chris Iwelumo purr over Rory McKenzie's sumptous chip in Kilmarnock's 4-0 win over Dundee United on Saturday.

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Women's Champions League final 2019-20: Wolfsburg v Lyon

Preview followed by match report of Sunday's Women's Champions League final between Wolfsburg and holders Lyon.

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Lionel Messi: Barcelona forward's release clause remains valid, says La Liga

The 700m euros (£624m) release clause in Lionel Messi's Barcelona contract is still valid, says La Liga.

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Michael Keane: Everton defender signs new five-year contract

Everton defender Michael Keane signs a new five-year contract with the Goodison Park club, days after his England recall.

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Scottish Premiership: Rate every players in Sunday's two games

Rate every player in Sunday's two Scottish Premiership games as Celtic host Motherwell and Aberdeen travel to Hibernian.

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'Sulking' Morelos 'not the main man any more' - Sportscene analysis

Being an unused substitute at Hamilton on Saturday will make Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos realise he is "not the main man any more", says former Ibrox forward Neil McCann.

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Hibernian v Aberdeen goes ahead after false Covid-19 positive for Hibs player

Sunday's Hibernian' v Aberdeen match in the Scottish Premiership goes ahead after a home player returned a false positive Covid-19 test.

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Celtic: Will Neil Lennon blast spark familiar reaction?

Neil Lennon has publicly berated his Celtic players before with great success. Tom English asks if it will work again this time.

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Matt Doherty: Tottenham sign defender from Wolves

Tottenham Hotspur sign right-back Matt Doherty from Premier League rivals Wolverhampton Wanderers on a four-year deal.

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Premier League's 'wow' signings: Weah, Veron, Robinho, Pogba, Di Maria

Who were some of the Premier League's 'wow' signings of past years as Manchester City are linked to Lionel Messi.

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Sam Kerr: 'Wembley nightmare' for Chelsea striker - why is she struggling to impress?

Since joining Chelsea, superstar striker Sam Kerr just cannot seem to find the net and she had a day to forget at Wembley on Saturday.

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Emma Hayes: Chelsea expect 'huge battles' with Man City after Community Shield win

Chelsea manager Emma Hayes says there will be "huge battles ahead facing Manchester City" this season.

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Jurgen Klopp explains how job offer from Liverpool interrupted family holiday

Jurgen Klopp recalls how a family holiday in Lisbon in 2015 was interrupted by a phone call that resulted in him becoming Liverpool manager.

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Watch: Millie Bright's Community Shield goal from every angle as Chelsea beat Man City

Watch Millie Bright's brilliant long-range opening goal from every angle in Chelsea's 2-0 victory over Manchester City in the FA Women's Community Shield at Wembley.

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Transfer rumours: Messi, Guardiola, Rodriguez, Aurier, Ndombele, Holding

Manchester City hope for high-profile double signing, Everton close in on Real playmaker, Spurs defender rejects move, plus more

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Ryan Giggs: Wales boss ready for player 'juggling act'

Wales manager Ryan Giggs says managing players in what is set to be a frantic season will be "a juggling act".

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Arsenal: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been 'convinced to stay'

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta thinks Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been "convinced to stay" after a starring role in the Community Shield win over Liverpool.

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Community Shield: Mike Arteta 'proud' of Arsenal's 'courage' against Liverpool

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says he is proud of his side's "courage" in beating Premier League champions Liverpool on penalties to win the Community Shield.

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Community Shield: Jurgen Klopp did not expect 'perfection' from Liverpool

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he was not expecting "perfection" from his team, after they drew 1-1 with Arsenal in the Community Shield, losing 5-4 on penalties.

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England: Conor Coady & Ainsley Maitland-Niles called up by Gareth Southgate

Wolves centre-back Conor Coady and Arsenal full-back Ainsley Maitland-Niles have been added to Gareth Southgate's England squad for the Nations League games against Iceland and Denmark.

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Hamilton Academical 0-2 Rangers: Visitors go three points clear at top

Scottish Premiership leaders Rangers move three points clear and equal a 114-year defensive record with a routine win at Hamilton Academical.

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Community Shield highlights: Arsenal victorious after penalty shootout win over Liverpool

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scores a superb goal and nets the winning penalty in a shootout as Arsenal beat Premier League champions Liverpool in the Community Shield.

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Allan: Everton agree £25m deal for Napoli's Brazilian midfielder

Everton agree £25m deal for Napoli's Brazil midfielder Allan, and are also in talks to bring Real Madrid's James Rodriguez to Goodison Park.

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FA Community Shield: Takumi Minamino levels for Liverpool against Arsenal

Substitute Takumi Minamino slots past Emiliano Martínez for Liverpool's equaliser against Arsenal in the Community Shield.

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FA Community Shield: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang gives Arsenal lead against Liverpool with brilliant goal

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang expertly curls a shot past Allison from the edge of the area to give Arsenal the lead against Liverpool in the Community Shield at Wembley Stadium.

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Kilmarnock 4-0 Dundee United: First win of the season for hosts

Kilmarnock earn their first win in 11 matches with a 4-0 Scottish Premiership thumping of Dundee United

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St Johnstone 1-0 St Mirren: Stevie May seals victory for hosts

Stevie May comes off the bench to give St Johnstone a 1-0 win over St Mirren to move them up to seventh in the Scottish Premiership.

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Brighton v Chelsea: Fans return for friendly at Amex Stadium

Football fans are allowed into a Premier League stadium for the first time in almost six months, as 2,500 attend Saturday's friendly between Brighton and Chelsea.

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Gibson Cup: Linfield cup presentation - no champagne, cheering or supporters

Linfield captain Jamie Mulgrew is presented with the Gibson Cup in a low-key Irish Premiership presentation at Windsor Park.

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Women's Community Shield: Chelsea 2-0 Manchester City - highlights

A stunning goal from defender Millie Bright and a late finish by Erin Cuthbert give Chelsea victory over Manchester City in the Women's Community Shield at Wembley Stadium.

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Lionel Messi: Man City, PSG, Juventus - what is the latest transfer situation?

Europe's elite clubs are circling - Guillem Balague provides the latest on Lionel Messi's potential Barcelona departure.

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Women's Community Shield: Millie Bright screamer gives Chelsea lead against Manchester City

Millie Bright's brilliant long-range goal gives Chelsea the lead against Manchester City In the FA Women's Community Shield at Wembley.

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Lawrence Shankland: Dundee Utd striker misses Scotland games

Dundee United striker Lawrence Shankland will miss Scotland's forthcoming Nations League double-header with an ankle injury.

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Scottish Premiership: How has having no fans affected games?

Has playing Scottish Premiership games behind closed doors made a difference? BBC Scotland looks at the data...

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Veljko Paunovic: Reading appoint Serb as manager, replacing Mark Bowen

Championship side Reading appoint Veljko Paunovic as their manager, a week before their first game of the new season.

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Mohamed Salah & Jordan Henderson recall Liverpool's agonising wait for title

Liverpool's Mohamed Salah and Jordan Henderson recall how the club's agonising 30-year wait for a Premier League title continued during the uncertainty of the Covid-19 crisis.

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Quiz: Which footballer shares your taste in music?

Take the quiz to see which of these footballers your music taste is most like.

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Transfer rumours: Messi, Donnarumma, Wijnaldum, James, Doherty, Mane

PSG told Messi wants to join Man City, Donnarumma interests Chelsea, Barca want Wijnaldum, plus more.

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Women's Community Shield: WSL champions Chelsea take on FA Cup holders Man City

Women's Super League champions Chelsea take on FA Cup holders Chelsea in the first Women's Community Shield since 2008 at Wembley Stadium.

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The 'Aberdeen eight' receive three-game suspended ban

The 'Aberdeen eight' who broke lockdown rules have each been given a suspended three-game ban.

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Premier League: Liverpool v Leeds among confirmed televised games

Leeds United's Premier League return against champions Liverpool is among the first confirmed games to be televised live.

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Rangers & Celtic matches on 12 September set to be test events

Three Scottish Premiership games on 12 September are set to be test events with fans after government talks.

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2020 Community Shield: Liverpool ready for 'intense' season, says Jurgen Klopp

This weekend's Community Shield will kick off "one of the most intense seasons" for Premier League champions Liverpool, says manager Jurgen Klopp.

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Aaron Mooy joins Shanghai SIPG from Brighton

Australia midfielder Aaron Mooy joins Shanghai SIPG from Brighton for an undisclosed fee.

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Lionel Messi: Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp rules out move for Barcelona forward

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp rules out any interest in signing Lionel Messi, but admits the Argentine would be "great" for the Premier League.

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Celtic: Neil Lennon wants 'unsettled' players to focus

Neil Lennon wants Celtic's "unsettled" players to "do what is best for the club" and focus on the season ahead.

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Tim Flowers: Macclesfield Town appoint ex-England keeper as manager

Macclesfield Town appoint former England and Blackburn Rovers goalkeeper Tim Flowers as their new manager.

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Alfredo Morelos: Rangers boss Steven Gerrard happy with 'refocused' striker

Steven Gerrard says he "welcomes tough decisions" as he considers selecting a "refocused" Alfredo Morelos for Rangers' visit to Hamilton on Saturday.

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Man City: Riyad Mahrez, Bernardo Silva & Gabriel Jesus to stay at club

Manchester City rule out letting Riyad Mahrez, Bernardo Silva and Gabriel Jesus leave the club in any exchange deal for Lionel Messi or anyone else this summer.

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Thiago Silva: Chelsea sign Brazil defender on one-year deal

Brazil centre-back Thiago Silva signs for Chelsea on a one-year deal, with the option of another.

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Rachel Corsie: Birmingham City sign Scotland captain on loan

Scotland captain Rachel Corsie joins Women's Super League club Birmingham City on loan until the end of January.

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Newell's Old Boys fans hold parade to bring Messi home

Fans of Messi's boyhood club, Newell's Old Boys, held a parade in Rosario to bring him home

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Roberto: West Ham goalkeeper joins Real Valladolid

Spanish goalkeeper Roberto leaves West Ham to join Real Valladolid on a free transfer.

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Eberechi Eze: Crystal Palace sign QPR forward in £19.5m deal

Crystal Palace complete the signing of QPR forward Eberechi Eze for around £19.5m.

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Women's Community Shield: Five talking points before Wembley showdown

The main talking points before Saturday's Women's Community Shield showdown between Manchester City and Chelsea.

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Gossip: Can Jose Mourinho lure Callum Wilson and Ivan Rakitic to Spurs?

BBC Sport's Liam Loftus and Tottenham fan Michee Artist discuss Spurs' potential transfer dealings this summer including moves for Ivan Rakitic, Troy Deeney and Callum Wilson.

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic & Andriy Shevchenko: Watch eight great Community Shield debut goals

BBC Sport takes a look back at some classic Community Shield debut goals, featuring Gilberto Silva, Andriy Shevchenko and Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

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Transfer rumours: Messi, Reguilon, Havertz, Ibrahimovic, Ronaldo, Deeney, Doherty

Lionel Messi tipped off Pep Guardiola over transfer request, Real put price tag on Serge Reguilon, Chelsea set to complete Kai Havertz deal, plus more.

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Black Lives Matter: Women's Super League players to 'show solidarity'

Women's Super League players explain how and why they will show support for the Black Lives Matter movement during the new season.

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Europa League: Coleraine beat Maribor on penalties

Coleraine produce a heroic performance to beat Slovenian side Maribor 5-4 on penalties after their Europa League qualifier ends 1-1.

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Harry Maguire: I feared for my life during arrest in Greece

Manchester United's Harry Maguire says he feared for his life when Greek police arrested him last week.

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Nedum Onuoha considers future after Real Salt Lake owner's comments

Real Salt Lake defender Nedum Onuoha expresses his anger at the club's owner after he failed to back their protest over the Jacob Blake shooting.

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Pepe Reina: Lazio sign ex-Spain goalkeeper from AC Milan

Lazio sign former Spain goalkeeper Pepe Reina from Serie A rivals AC Milan on a two-year deal.

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Arsenal: Mikel Arteta 'feels' Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will sign deal

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is "pretty confident" captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will sign a new contract and that Gabriel Magalhaes will join.

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Daniel Ballard: Arsenal defender replaces Tom Flanagan in Northern Ireland squad

Arsenal defender Daniel Ballard is drafted into the Northern Ireland panel for the Nations Cup after the withdrawal of Tom Flanagan.

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Chelsea players in quarantine after summer break

A number of Chelsea players are in quarantine after returning from their summer break.

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David Turnbull: Celtic signing in scoring action for Motherwell

David Turnbull has joined Celtic from Motherwell. Watch the goals that shot the midfielder to prominence.

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Bayern Munich in talks with Hearts about Aaron Hickey deal

Bayern Munich are talking to Hearts about a deal for 18-year-old full-back Aaron Hickey.

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Neco Williams: Ryan Giggs did not worry about England switch

Wales manager Ryan Giggs "never saw any problems" with Liverpool defender Neco Williams to suggest he might switch international allegiances.

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Gareth Barry: Former Aston Villa, Manchester City and Everton midfielder retires

Watch one of Gareth Barry's great strikes for Aston Villa as the former England defensive midfielder announces his retirement from football.

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Malang Sarr: Chelsea sign ex-Nice defender on five-year deal

Chelsea sign former Nice defender Malang Sarr on a five-year deal, who will spend the 2020-21 season out on loan.

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Gareth Barry: Former Aston Villa, Manchester City and Everton midfielder retires

Former Aston Villa, Manchester City and Everton midfielder Gareth Barry retires from football at the age of 39.

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Paul Pogba: Manchester United midfielder tests positive for coronavirus

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba tests positive for coronavirus, says France manager Didier Deschamps.

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David Turnbull: Celtic sign Motherwell midfielder

Celtic complete the signing of midfielder David Turnbull 14 months after a move from Motherwell collapsed.

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Wigan Athletic: Administrators confident a deal to sell club can go ahead

Wigan's administrators are confident a deal to sell the club can take place in time to start the 2020-21 League One season.

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EFL Awards: Brentford striker Ollie Watkins wins Championship Player of the Season

Brentford striker Ollie Watkins is named Championship Player of the Season in the EFL Awards.

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Community Shield: Can you name all 41 goalscorers?

Can you name all 41 players to score in a Community Shield since it changed name in 2002? Take our quiz?

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Abi Harrison: Bristol City striker 'stronger than ever' after 'terrible' ACL injury

Bristol City striker Abi Harrison says she feels mentally stronger after recovering from "the dreaded" anterior cruciate ligament injury.

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Silvio Berlusconi: AC Monza's Serie A ambition under ex-Italy prime minister

Silvio Berlusconi has brought money, links to big-name players and success to AC Monza - but could they go all the way to Serie A?

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Transfer rumours: Messi, Sancho, Suarez, Brooks, Badiashile, Doherty

Lionel Messi's dad is talking to Manchester City, Manchester United have the money for the Barcelona icon, plus more.

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Celtic 1-2 Ferencvaros: Neil Lennon says side must blame themselves

Celtic "only have themselves to blame" after suffering a shock Champions League exit in Glasgow at the hands of Ferencvaros, says manager Neil Lennon.

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Paris St-Germain Féminines 0-1 Lyon Féminines

Wendie Renard secures Lyon a record ninth appearance in the Women's Champions League final with a 1-0 win over Paris St-Germain.

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Aberdeen v NSI Runavik

Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's Europa League game between Aberdeen and NSI Runavik.

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Europa League: Motherwell v Glentoran preview & team news

Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's Europa League second qualifying round tie between Motherwell and Glentoran.

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Fans' group backs MP call for live games when fans are not allowed in stadiums

The Premier League should make matches available on live TV while fans are not allowed into stadiums, MP Ian Mearns and the Football Supporters' Association insist.

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Dean Henderson: Manchester United keeper signs new deal

Dean Henderson signs a new contract with Manchester United until 2025 after the keeper spent two seasons on loan at Sheffield United.

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Ben Chilwell: Chelsea sign Leicester defender on five-year deal

Chelsea sign England left-back Ben Chilwell from Leicester on a five-year deal for an undisclosed fee.

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Fans to watch Brighton friendly in new pilot scheme

Fans will be allowed at Brighton's pre-season friendly on Sunday as part of the government's new pilot scheme.

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Celtic v Ferencvaros: Preview, stats & team news

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Champions League game between Celtic and Ferencvaros.

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Harry Maguire: Man Utd defender likely to remain as captain

Harry Maguire is likely to remain as Manchester United captain for the upcoming season.

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Lionel Messi: Barcelona want to 'build team around most important player in the world'

Barcelona still plan to build a team around Lionel Messi and do not want him to leave, says sporting director Ramon Planes.

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Harry Maguire: Manchester United captain still has time 'to say sorry', says prosecution lawyer

Harry Maguire's lack of apology for his offences on the Greek island of Mykonos is "shocking" and "unsportsmanlike", says one of the prosecution lawyers.

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Jamie Vardy: Leicester City striker extends Foxes contract until 2023

Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy agrees a one-year contract extension to keep him at the Premier League club until 2023.

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EFL: All Championship, League One and League Two games made available to view

All EFL games will be available to watch from home while matches continue to be played behind closed doors or at limited capacity.

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Jude Bellingham: Borussia Dortmund player gets first England Under-21 call-up

Borussia Dortmund's Jude Bellingham is in the England Under-21 squad for European Championship qualifiers in Kosovo and Austria.

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Celtic v Ferencvaros: Who are Hungary's Green Eagles?

BBC Scotland commentator Liam McLeod takes a look at Ferencvaros, Celtic's Champions League opponents on Wednesday.

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Inside the 'world's greatest' Sunday league team - SE Dons

BBC Sport meets the team behind "the greatest Sunday league football side in the world", SE Dons, who have "grown" during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Scotland: Oli McBurnie does not deserve 'bad press' - Steve Clarke

Scotland head coach Steve Clarke says Sheffield United striker Oli McBurnie is "a talented boy" who unfairly receives "bad press" in Scotland.

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Meet 'the biggest Sunday League team in the world'

Thousands of fans, selling shirts and dominating YouTube - SE Dons are changing Sunday League as you know it.

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Daley Blind: Ajax defender collapses during pre-season friendly

Ajax and Netherlands defender Daley Blind collapses during his side's pre-season friendly against Hertha Berlin.

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Lionel Messi hands in Barcelona transfer request: Where could he go next?

Every club in the world would love to have Lionel Messi but few could afford him, so where could he end up if he does leave Barcelona?

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Transfer rumours: Messi, Silva, Coutinho, James, Sarr, Van De Beek

PSG and Manchester United could sign Lionel Messi, Thiago Silva is set for a Chelsea medical, plus more.

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Rodrigo Moreno: Leeds United agree deal to sign Valencia striker

Leeds United agree a deal to sign Valencia and Spain forward Rodrigo Moreno.

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Lionel Messi: Social media reaction to Barcelona legend's transfer request

Social media goes into meltdown after Barcelona icon Lionel Messi tells the club he wants to leave this summer.

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Lionel Messi: Barcelona and Argentina star's iconic moments revealed

See which moment you ranked the most iconic of Lionel Messi's incredible career.

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VfL Wolfsburg Ladies 1-0 Barcelona Femenino

Fridolina Rolfo's second-half goal takes Wolfsburg through to a fifth Women's Champions League final as they beat Barcelona 1-0 in San Sebastian.

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Celtic fan return faces Wednesday talks with Scottish government

Fans could return to Scottish football at Sunday's game between Celtic and Motherwell if talks with the government on Wednesday prove positive.

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Lionel Messi hands in Barcelona transfer request

Forward Lionel Messi asks to leave Spanish giants Barcelona this summer.

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Martin Montoya: Defender leaves Brighton to rejoin Real Betis

Spanish defender Martin Montoya leaves Brighton to rejoin La Liga side Real Betis in a permanent move.

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England: Gareth Southgate explains why Harry Maguire is included in squad

England manager Gareth Southgate explains why Harry Maguire is included in his squad for next month's Nations League games against Iceland and Denmark.

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Harry Maguire: Police allege Manchester United captain tried to bribe them

Manchester United captain Harry Maguire asked police who had arrested him on the Greek island of Mykonos 'Do you know who I am?' and offered to give them money, his trial has heard.

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Derby County: EFL charges over spending rules dismissed

Derby County avoid a points deduction as charges relating to a breach of English Football League spending rules are dismissed.

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England call-ups for Harry Maguire, Phil Foden, Mason Greenwood and Kalvin Phillips

Harry Maguire is included in England's squad for next month's Nations League while there are first call-ups for Phil Foden, Mason Greenwood and Kalvin Phillips.

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Uefa Super Cup: Fans to be allowed into Puskas Arena

The Uefa Super Cup could be attended by about 20,000 fans in Budapest as a trial, Europe's governing body confirms.

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Women's Super League: Arsenal v Reading live on BBC Red Button on first weekend

Arsenal's match against Reading on the first weekend of the Women's Super League season will be shown live on BBC Red Button.

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Neco Williams: Wales hand Liverpool defender, 19, first senior call-up

Wales give Liverpool's teenage full-back Neco Williams a first senior call-up for September's Nations League matches.

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Scotland: Steve Clarke selects Lyndon Dykes in Nations League squad

Australian-born striker Lyndon Dykes is included in the Scotland squad for the Nations League matches against Israel and the Czech Republic.

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FA Cup 2020-21: BBC announces first live game of new season

Burton Park Wanderers' FA Cup debut at home to AFC Sudbury will be broadcast live on the BBC Sport website and iPlayer.

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Paris St-Germain's Ligue 1 opening game against Lens postponed

Paris St-Germain will have another 12 days to prepare for the 2020-21 season as the authorities agree to rearrange their opening Ligue 1 game.

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Victor Lindelof: Man Utd defender thanked by Swedish police for catching thief

Manchester United defender Victor Lindelof is thanked by the Swedish police for catching a thief who robbed an elderly woman on Monday.

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Europa League: FK Riteriai v Derry City (Tue)

Derry City manager Declan Devine says Tuesday's Europa League qualifier against FK Riteriai is "bigger than any cup final has been involved down".

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England: A look at the uncapped players hoping to make delayed Euro 2020

Which uncapped players could take advantage of the year's delay to make England's Euro 2020 squad next summer?

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Harry Maguire: Manchester United captain's trial to take place in Greece on Tuesday

Manchester United captain Harry Maguire will be represented by Alexis Anagnostakis, one of Greece's top human rights lawyers, when his trial begins on Tuesday.

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Transfer rumours: Havertz, Thiago, Messi, Bergkamp, Gonzalez, Allan

Chelsea set to land Havertz and Thiago, Inter Milan are 'trying to buy Lionel Messi', plus more.

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Harry Maguire: Will he make England squad?

Manager Gareth Southgate picks his first England squad of 2020 on Tuesday. Will Harry Maguire be in it?

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Scotland: Steve Clarke's difficult choices heightened by Covid-19

Steve Clarke faces decisions old, new and typically dark blue as he considers his squad to face Israel and Czech Republic.

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Champions League: How well do you remember the 2019-20 tournament?

Can you remember what happened in this season's Champions League? Take our quiz...

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Jeff Hendrick: Newcastle sign former Burnley midfielder

Republic of Ireland midfielder Jeff Hendrick has joined Newcastle United after leaving Burnley.

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Champions League final: Bayern Munich players sing and dance with trophy

Bayern Munich players sing and dance into the night after beating Paris St-Germain in the Champions League final in Lisbon.

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Man City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak says club has no grudges with Uefa

Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak says he holds no grudges against Uefa.

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Republic of Ireland: No Mark Sykes as Stephen Kenny names first squad

Jayson Molumby and Adam Idah are in line for their senior Republic of Ireland debuts after being called into Stephen Kenny's first squad as manager.

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Champions League: Pick your XI of final-eight stage

Pick the players who performed best in the Champions League final-eight stage in Portugal.

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Nampalys Mendy: Leicester City midfielder signs two-year contract extension

Leicester City midfielder Nampalys Mendy signs a two-year contract extension running until the summer of 2022.

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Northern Ireland: Joel Cooper and Shayne Lavery in Ian Baraclough's maiden squad

Oxford United's Joel Cooper and Linfield's Shayne Lavery are named in Ian Baraclough's first squad as Northern Ireland manager.

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Alfredo Morelos: What now for Rangers 'talisman' after being dropped?

As Alfredo Morelos' stop-start season takes another twist by being dropped, BBC Scotland assesses the striker's future.

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Police make 148 arrests after clashes following PSG Champions League defeat

French police made 148 arrests following riots in the capital after Paris St-Germain's 1-0 defeat by Bayern Munich in the Champions League final.

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Champions League: 'The King' few expected to decide final

There was an unexpected match-winner in the Champions League final as only one Parisian was celebrating.

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Champions League final: Bayern's journey was 'crazy' - Hansi Flick

Bayern Munich head coach Hansi Flick describes his side's journey to Champions League glory as "crazy" after they beat Paris St-Germain in Lisbon.

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Lionel Messi: PSG boss Thomas Tuchel expects forward to stay at Barcelona

Paris St-Germain boss Thomas Tuchel says Lionel Messi is "very welcome" at the club - but expects him to remain at Barcelona.

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Watch: Hibs stun St Johnstone in added time

Hibernian move joint top of the Scottish Premiership with a late penalty winner away to St Johnstone.

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Watch: All the weekend's Scottish Premiership goals

Watch all 10 goals from the weekend's full Scottish Premiership card.

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Watch: Aberdeen hold off Livingston fightback

Goals from Lewis Ferguson and Scott Wright give Aberdeen victory at home to Livingston.

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Transfer rumours: Magalhaes, Edouard, Brooks, Koeman, Messi

Aston Villa will bid £30m for Celtic striker, Arsenal to complete signing of Lille defender, plus more.

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Sportscene analysis: Can Motherwell keep 'special' David Turnbull? - McFadden

Former Motherwell and Scotland striker James McFadden assesses the talents of David Turnbull & asks whether the Fir Park side will sell their star player.

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Champions League final live: PSG v Bayern Munich - rate the players

Rate the players in the Champions League final between PSG and Bayern Munich.

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'One of the best goal-line clearances of all time'

St Mirren defender Richard Tait makes an incredible goal-saving intervention in his 10-man team's 1-1 Scottish Premiership draw with Ross County.

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Man Utd: Paul Pogba will not be sold this summer - Mino Raiola

Paul Pogba will not be sold by Manchester United this summer and new contract discussions will start soon, says the midfielder's agent.

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Miralem Pjanic: Barcelona midfielder tests positive for Covid-19

Barcelona midfielder Miralem Pjanic has tested positive for Covid-19, the Spanish club announced on Sunday.

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Albian Ajeti is Celtic's hero as he rescues three points against Dundee United

Albian Ajeti is Celtic's hero as he rescues three points against Dundee United in the Scottish Premiership.

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Kemar Roofe and Ryan Kent are on target for Rangers in victory over Kilmarnock

Kemar Roofe and Ryan Kent are on target for Rangers in victory over Kilmarnock in the Scottish Premiership.

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St Johnstone 0-1 Hibernian: Visitors net injury-time penalty

Stevie Mallan's injury-time winner in a dramatic finale at St Johnstone sends Hibernian level on points with Scottish Premiership leaders Rangers.

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Aberdeen 2-1 Livingston: Lewis Ferguson & Scott Wright secure hosts win

Aberdeen secure a second win in three days as Livingston finish the weekend bottom of the Scottish Premiership.

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Uefa to consider single-game format, says president Aleksander Ceferin

Uefa might consider revisiting the single-game knockout format in future years following its incorporation in this season's Champions League.

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Sheffield United: Phil Jagielka & Jack Rodwell sign new contracts

Defender Phil Jagielka and midfielder Jack Rodwell agree new one-year deals at Sheffield United.

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Parma sack head coach Roberto D'Aversa citing 'lack of unity' at Serie A club

Italian side Parma sack manager Roberto D'Aversa, who led the side back to the top flight with successive promotions.

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Ainsley Maitland-Niles: Wolves and Newcastle target Arsenal defender

Wolves and Newcastle are both keen on Arsenal defender Ainsley Maitland-Niles, who is set to leave the Gunners this summer.

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Champions League quiz: Can you name every winning manager?

Can can you name every manager to have won the Champions League since 1992?

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Champions League final: Paris St-Germain and Bayern Munich meet in Lisbon

BBC Radio 5 Live's European football experts discuss who will win the 2020 Champions League final between Paris St-Germain and Bayern Munich.

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Transfer rumours: Tagliafico, Traore, Sancho, Brooks, Magalhaes, Thiago, Havertz

Leicester identify Ben Chilwell's replacement, Wolves prepare to cash in on Adama Traore, Man Utd could give up on Jadon Sancho plus more.

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Arsenal Women 1-2 Paris St-Germain Feminines

Signe Bruun's late winner gives Paris St-Germain victory over Arsenal in the Women's Champions League quarter-finals.

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Europa League tie cancelled for second time

A Europa League qualifier between FC Prishtina and Lincoln Red Imps of Gibraltar was called off for the second time on Saturday when the Kosovan side failed to take to the pitch.

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Dundee United 0-1 Celtic: Albian Ajeti rescues champions

Substitute Albian Ajeti spares Celtic from another early-season title setback as the striker's late winner finally overcomes Dundee United.

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Paris St-Germain v Bayern Munich

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Champions League game between Paris St-Germain and Bayern Munich.

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Rangers 2-0 Kilmarnock: Kemar Roofe & Ryan Kent on target for hosts

Kemar Roofe scores his first Rangers goal and Ryan Kent also nets as Kilmarnock are consigned to defeat at Ibrox.

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Motherwell 0-1 Hamilton Academical: Visitors cause shock in Lanarkshire derby

Hakeem Odoffin's diving header four minutes from time gives Hamilton Academical their first win of the Scottish Premiership season.

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St Mirren 1-1 Ross County: County fight back against 10-man hosts

Ross County secured their best ever start to a Scottish Premiership season by fighting back to draw against 10-man St Mirren.

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Freddie Ljungberg: Arsenal assistant coach to leave club

Arsenal assistant coach Freddie Ljungberg is leaving the club to "pursue new opportunities" this season.

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Angelino: Barcelona interested in Man City defender

Barcelona are interested in Manchester City defender Angelino, who spent six months on loan at RB Leipzig last season.

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Claire Emslie: Everton sign Scotland forward on loan from Orlando Pride

Everton sign Scotland forward Claire Emslie on loan from Orlando Pride for the 2020-21 season.

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Harry Maguire: Manchester United captain pleads not guilty and is released from custody

Manchester United captain Harry Maguire pleads not guilty and is released from police custody following his arrest on the island of Mykonos.

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Lower league clubs do not need to test for Covid-19 while training

Scottish clubs outside the Premiership will not be required to test their players for Covid-19 when they resume training.

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Champions League final: Why Bayern v PSG is such a mouth-watering match-up

There is so much attacking quality on display in Sunday's Champions League final that it will be a joy to watch, says MOTD pundit Micah Richards.

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Newcastle: Matty Longstaff signs new two-year contract

Newcastle midfielder Matty Longstaff says it was a "no-brainer" to sign a new contract.

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Champions League final: Vote for the best one yet

As Paris St-Germain and Bayern Munich prepare to meet on Sunday, vote for the best Champions League final yet.

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Lower-league clubs to resume training on Monday

Lower-league SPFL clubs are clear to return to training from Monday.

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Scottish Premiership: Things to watch out for this weekend

BBC Scotland's Tom English picks out his key things to watch out for in this weekend's Scottish Premiership.

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Crystal Palace: Quartet agree contract extensions at Selhurst Park

Crystal Palace agree contract extensions with Jeffrey Schlupp, James McArthur, Martin Kelly and Stephen Henderson.

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Paris Saint-Germain shirts to be banned in Marseille for Champions League final

Marseille are PSG's fierce rivals and disturbances are feared for the Champions League final.

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Shane Duffy: Celtic interest in Brighton centre-half confirmed by Neil Lennon

Celtic manager Neil Lennon says "an interest has been expressed" in Brighton's Shane Duffy, admits an enquiry for Tom Rogic but says Leigh Griffiths is not leaving on loan.

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Celtic hosting fan test event against Motherwell would be 'fantastic' - Neil Lennon

Manager Neil Lennon confirms Celtic are hoping to use their match at home to Motherwell as a test event for the return of supporters.

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Henrik Larsson: Former Barcelona striker joins club's coaching staff

Former Barcelona player Henrik Larsson joins the club's coaching staff along with former FC Twente and Hoffenheim head coach Alfred Schreuder.

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Chris Ramsey: Queens Park Rangers technical director fears for current BAME coaches

Chris Ramsey fears a generation of black coaches and managers will miss out on a career unless more is done.

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Harry Maguire: Manchester United captain 'fully co-operating with Greek authorities'

Manchester United say captain Harry Maguire is "fully co-operating with the Greek authorities" following an "alleged incident" on the island of Mykonos on Thursday night.

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Harry Kane: Tottenham striker in quarantine but expected to be fit for England

England captain Harry Kane is expected to be available for the September Nations League games despite being in quarantine following trip to the Bahamas.

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Ryan Kent: Rangers reject Leeds United's £10m offer for winger

Rangers manager Steven Gerrard confirms the Ibrox club have rejected an offer for winger Ryan Kent from Leeds United worth around £10m.

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Championship fixtures 2020-21: Wycombe Wanderers host Rotherham United in opener

Wycombe will host Rotherham in their first-ever match in the Championship on the opening weekend of the 2020-21 season.

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League One fixtures 2020-21: Wigan Athletic visit Ipswich Town on opening day

Relegated Wigan Athletic - currently in administration - will start their 2020-21 League One campaign away at Ipswich Town.

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League Two fixtures 2020-21: Bolton Wanderers host Forest Green first up

Bolton will host Forest Green on League Two's opening day, as promoted duo Barrow and Harrogate face Stevenage and Southend.

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EFL fixtures 2020-21: Your club-by-club guide to the new season

Find out your team's fixtures in the Championship, League One and League Two during the 2020-21 season.

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Archive: Glasgow City reach Women's Champions League quarter-finals

Relive Glasgow City's penalty shootout win over Brondby in October that set up Friday's Champions League quarter-final against Wolfsburg.

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Women's Champions League: All you need to know as quarter-finals arrive

The Women's Champions League is back after a nine-month wait - here's all you need to know about the quarter-finals.

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Women's Champions League returns: Try our quiz

Test your knowledge of the Women's Champions League as the competition returns after a nine-month wait.

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Coleraine 1-0 La Fiorita: James McLaughlin strikes late to set up Maribor tie

James McLaughlin scores a late winner as Coleraine beat San Marino's La Fiorita 1-0 in the preliminary round of Europa League qualifying.

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Gossip: Can Arsenal seal deals for Thomas Partey, Philippe Coutinho & Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang?

BBC Sport's Liam Loftus catches up with Arsenal fan Pippa Monique to discuss the club's potential signings this summer, including Thomas Partey and Philippe Coutinho.

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Substitute Ryan Hedges scores the winner for Aberdeen at St Johnstone in the Premiership

Substitute Ryan Hedges scores the winner for Aberdeen at St Johnstone in the Premiership

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Europa League highlights: McLaughlin leaves it late to send Coleraine through

James McLaughlin's 89th minute goal sends Coleraine past La Fiorita into the first round of the Europa League qualifiers.

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Europa League highlights: Glentoran battle past Torshavn

Robbie McDaid's volley late in the first half sends Glentoran into the first round of the Europa League qualifiers.

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Transfer rumours: Wijnaldum, Magalhaes, Dalot, Smalling, Brooks, Maitland-Niles

Koeman wants Wijnaldum at Barca, PSG monitoring Man Utd's Dalot, Deeney wants to stay at Watford, plus more.

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St Johnstone 0-1 Aberdeen: Ryan Hedges nets late winner

Aberdeen return from their 19-day hiatus to snatch a late Scottish Premiership win at St Johnstone thanks to Ryan Hedges' deflected strike.

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Soccer Aid: Wayne Rooney to manage England with Sam Allardyce as co-manager

Wayne Rooney will manage England in the Soccer Aid charity football match at Old Trafford in September.

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Glasgow City have had to accelerate their preparations to face Wolfsburg

Head coach Scott Booth says his Glasgow City players have had to accelerate their preparations for their Champions League last-eight tie against Wolfsburg.

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Europa League: Robbie McDaid strike gives Glentoran win over HB Torshavn

Glentoran are through to play Motherwell in the Europa League after Robbie McDaid's goal earns a 1-0 win over HB Torshavn.

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Premier League 2020-21: Fan groups concerned over ability to watch games next season

Fan groups raise concerns with the Premier League over their limited ability to watch games next season.

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EFL fixtures for 2020-21 season to be released on Friday

The fixtures for the new English Football League season are to be released at 09:00 BST on Friday.

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Antonee Robinson: Fulham sign United States left-back from Wigan

Fulham sign United States defender Antonee Robinson from Wigan for a fee of about £2m.

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Premier League fixtures 2020-21: How the internet reacted

The 2020-21 Premier League fixtures have been released and fans have had their say on social media.

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Lucy Bronze: England defender confirms Lyon departure

England defender Lucy Bronze confirms she will leave Lyon when her contract expires at the end of this month but, will not say which club she will be joining.

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Liverpool v Leeds United: Classic Tony Yeboah, James Milner and Harry Kewell Premier League goals

Leeds will travel to Anfield to face champions Liverpool in their first Premier League match for 16 years - here we look back at some classic Leeds goals, including Tony Yeboah's iconic strike against the Reds in 1995.

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'This is not a revolution' - Ronald Koeman on taking over at Barcelona

New boss Ronald Koeman says "a revolution" is not required at Barcelona, but admits "a different image" is needed after the club's 8-2 defeat by Bayern Munich in the Champions League.

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Sevilla v Inter Milan: Europa League was needed - Antonio Conte

Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's Europa League game between Sevilla and Inter Milan.

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Wigan Athletic: Former owner Au Yeung Wai Kay waives £36m owed by club

Former Wigan Athletic owner Au Yeung Wai Kay agrees to waive the £36m owed to him by the League One club.

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Adama Traore: Wolves winger called up by Spain

Wolves winger Adama Traore is called up to the Spain squad for September's Nations League fixtures against Germany and Ukraine

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Leeds confident on Marcelo Bielsa contract, no deal yet for Brighton's Ben White

Leeds United head coach Marcelo Bielsa is set to sign a new contract and fans don't need to worry about his future, says chief executive Angus Kinnear.

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Allan & Abdoulaye Doucoure: Everton target pair for midfield rebuild

Everton are in talks with Napoli over a deal for £30m-rated midfielder Allan and renew their interest in Watford's Abdoulaye Doucoure.

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Premier League 2020-21 fixtures announced: Liverpool to face Leeds in first game

Champions Liverpool will face promoted Leeds in the standout opening weekend game of the 2020-21 Premier League season.

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Premier League fixtures: Your club-by-club guide to the 2020-21 season

Find out your club's full fixture list for the 2020-21 Premier League season.

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Can you name all the Uefa Cup/Europa League winners?

A total of 28 clubs have won the Uefa Cup/Europa League since its 1971 inception, can you name them all?

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Dulwich Hamlet: DJs, physios & over 300 fans - not your average women's fifth-tier club

A DJ who has toured with Stormzy and a former team-mate of Kelly Smith - why Dulwich Hamlet are a fifth-tier women's club like no other.

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Aberdeen have 'taken kicking' over coronavirus breaches - Derek McInnes

Aberdeen are looking forward to returning to action against St Johnstone on Thursday after "taking a kicking" for players breaking coronavirus guidelines, says manager Derek McInnes.

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Champions League qualifying: Connah's Quay Nomads 0-2 FK Sarajevo

Connah's Quay Nomads lose their Champions League first qualifying round to FK Sarajevo thanks to two goals from Benjamin Tatar.

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Aaron Ramsdale: Sheffield United re-sign goalkeeper from Bournemouth

Sheffield United re-sign goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale from Bournemouth on a four-year deal.

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Sarina Wiegman: 'Big potential' with England, says incoming boss

Incoming England manager Sarina Wiegman tells BBC Sport about the "amazing challenge" when she takes over the role in September 2021.

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Ronald Koeman: Lionel Messi's future on list for Dutchman at Barcelona

Lionel Messi has never been closer to leaving Barcelona, writes Guillem Balague. So can Ronald Koeman persuade him to stay?

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Gianni Infantino: Fifa closes ethics violation case against president

Fifa president Gianni Infantino is cleared by the world governing body's ethics committee of violating its regulations.

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Sarina Wiegman: New England manager says Lionesses are a 'world-class' team

Incoming England boss Sarina Wiegman says she will be managing a "world-class team" in a "world-class situation" when she takes over in 2021.

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Liverpool Women: Relegated side 'a token gesture'

Wales' most capped footballer Jess Fishlock says Liverpool's "token gesture team," has shown they "don't really care," about the women's game.

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Dean Henderson: Goalkeeper not extending loan deal at Sheffield United

Manchester United goalkeeper Dean Henderson confirms he will not be extending his loan at Sheffield United for a third season.

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Uefa Nations League ties in September to be played behind closed doors

No fans will attend the Nations League matches in September, but the Uefa Super Cup could have a reduced number of fans watching.

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Charlton Athletic: Thomas Sandgaard says it will take time to earn fans' trust

Prospective new Charlton owner Thomas Sandgaard expects it to take "a couple of years" to gain the trust of the club's fans.

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Jess Fishlock: Wales midfielder returns to WSL with Reading

Wales' most capped player Jess Fishlock joins Women's Super League club Reading on loan.

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Premier League fixtures to be released on Thursday

The fixtures for the 2020-21 Premier League season will be released at 09:00 BST on Thursday.

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Emma Bissell: Bristol City sign Manchester City midfielder

Women's Super League side Bristol City sign Emma Bissell from Manchester City on undisclosed terms.

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Reinier: Borussia Dortmund sign Real Madrid's Brazilian forward on loan

Borussia Dortmund sign Brazilian forward Reinier on a two-season loan from Real Madrid.

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Lyndon Dykes: Queens Park Rangers sign Livingston striker

QPR sign Livingston striker Lyndon Dykes for an undisclosed fee on a four-year deal.

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Jeff Hendrick: Newcastle set to sign former Burnley midfielder

Republic of Ireland midfielder Jeff Hendrick is close to joining Newcastle United after leaving Burnley.

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St Mirren sign 'proven goalscorer' Kristian Dennis to bolster attack

Manager Jim Goodwin is delighted to add "proven goalscorer" Kristian Dennis to his St Mirren squad.

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Ronald Koeman: Barcelona name former player as new head coach

Former player Ronald Koeman is named Barcelona's new head coach two days after the club sacked Quique Setien.

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Rose Lavelle: World Cup winner 'excited' to join Manchester City

USA midfielder and World Cup winner Rose Lavelle speaks to BBC Sport about joining Manchester City.

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Champions League: Pick your all-time XI from players in the tournament

Who do you think are the greatest XI players ever to play in the Champions League?

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Highlights: Ten-man Linfield fall to late Legia goal in Poland

Linfield are out of the Champions League after Jose Kante gives Legia Warsaw a 1-0 win in Tuesday night's first round qualifier.

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Demba Ba calls for Uighur solidarity protest over treatment by China

Former Premier League striker Demba Ba calls on football to condemn China's treatment of Uighur Muslims, whatever the financial cost.

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Sarina Wiegman: Lionesses coach a proven winner, says Kelly Smith

Incoming England boss Sarina Wiegman "is a proven winner" and "one of the top managers in the world", says former striker Kelly Smith.

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Transfer rumours: Magalhaes, Havertz, Dybala, Pogba, Doucoure, Costa

Arsenal are hopeful of signing Gabriel Magalhes, Chelsea have 10 days to finalise a deal for Kai Havertz, plus more.

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Celtic 6-0 KR Reykjavík: Hosts' route secures Champions League qualifying progress

Celtic score six without reply as they breeze past KR Reykjavik to reach the Champions League second qualifying round.

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Champions League qualifier: Legia Warsaw 1-0 Linfield

Legia substitute Jose Kante strikes nine minutes from time to inflict a Champions League first qualifying round defeat on 10-man Linfield.

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David Marshall set for Derby County switch from Wigan

Scotland international goalkeeper David Marshall is set to sign for Derby County, pending a medical.

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No positive results in latest round of Scottish Covid-19 tests

Players and staff at Scottish Premiership clubs, Hearts and Glasgow City returned no positive results in the latest round of Covid-19 tests.

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Lyon v Bayern Munich: Bayern must "start from scratch" in semi-final, says Hansi Flick

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

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Ronald Koeman: Barcelona's former player wants head coach position

Ronald Koeman, strongly tipped to be the new Barcelona boss, says he would like the job but that nothing has been finalised yet.

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David Silva: Lazio sporting director angered by Real Sociedad deal

Lazio sporting director Igli Tare does not have "respect for the man" after former Manchester City midfielder David Silva joined Real Sociedad.

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Chelsea midfielder Trevoh Chalobah joins French side Lorient

Chelsea midfielder Trevoh Chalobah joins newly-promoted French top-flight side Lorient on a season-long loan.

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Rose Lavelle: Manchester City sign USA World Cup winner

Manchester City sign United States midfielder and World Cup winner Rose Lavelle.

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Rhian Brewster: Liverpool striker wanted by Premier League clubs

Several Premier League and Championship ask Liverpool about signing their England Under-21 striker Rhian Brewster on loan.

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Everton 'fan of the year' gets surprise call from Coleman

A young fan is overcome with emotion as he finds out he's been named Everton's 'Fan of the Year' and receives a surprise video call from club captain Seamus Coleman.

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Claudio Bravo: Manchester City veteran goalkeeper leaves Etihad Stadium

Veteran goalkeeper Claudio Bravo leaves Manchester City after four years with the Premier League club.

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Marseille v Saint-Etienne: Four Covid-19 cases postpone Ligue 1 opener

The opening match of the French top-flight season is postponed after four positive tests for coronavirus at Marseille.

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Non-league: MPs say clubs 'could be lost forever' if fans are not allowed back

MPs have written to sports minister Nigel Huddleston warning non-league clubs "could be lost forever" if fans are not allowed back into grounds.

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Carabao Cup: Norwich City face Luton Town as Wayne Rooney's Derby host Barrow

Norwich City face Luton and newly promoted Barrow take on Wayne Rooney's Derby in the EFL Cup first round.

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Neco Williams: John Hartson hopes Liverpool defender commits to Wales

John Hartson hopes Liverpool defender Neco Williams will resist any temptation to pursue England honours and commit his international future to Wales.

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Champions League: Linfield game to go ahead despite Legia Warsaw Covid-19 case

Linfield's Champions League first qualifying round tie in Poland is set to go ahead despite a Legia Warsaw player's positive Covid-19 test.

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Celtic v KR Reykjavik: What do we know about Icelandic champions?

What will Celtic face in the form of KR Reykjavik when they meet in Champions League qualifying on Tuesday?

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Delivering takeaways and supermarket shifts - life in lockdown for a lower-league footballer

With no fixtures since mid-March, how have players and managers at lower-league clubs coped during the coronavirus pandemic?

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Ross McCrorie: Aberdeen sign Rangers midfielder on loan before three-year deal

Aberdeen sign Ross McCrorie initially on loan from Rangers, with the midfielder joining on a three-year deal next summer.

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Paris St-Germain in Champions League: Can Neymar finally lead PSG to glory?

We have been here before but there is a feeling this could finally be Paris St-Germain's Champions League year. So what has changed?

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Celtic Champions League quiz: Can you name club's top scorers in qualifying?

Can you name the 10 players who have scored four or more goals for Celtic in Champions League qualifiers?

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Stuart Pearce returns to West Ham as coach

Stuart Pearce returns to West Ham as first-team coach.

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Matheus Pereira: West Brom sign winger on a permanent deal from Sporting Lisbon

West Brom complete the permanent signing of Sporting Lisbon winger Matheus Pereira after a successful season-long loan.

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Neco Williams: Liverpool defender signs five-year deal at Anfield

Liverpool defender Neco Williams, 19, signs a five-year deal with the Premier League champions.

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RB Leipzig v Paris Saint-Germain: Kylian Mbappe fit for Champions League semi-final

Kylian Mbappe is fit to start for Paris Saint-Germain against RB Leipzig in Tuesday's Champions League semi-final in Lisbon, says coach Thomas Tuchel.

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David Silva: Man City announce plans for statue at Etihad Stadium

Manchester City reveal plans for a statue of David Silva at Etihad Stadium, after the Spanish playmaker's 10-year spell at the club ended.

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Macclesfield Town: Relegation to National League confirmed as EFL rejects reprieve request

Macclesfield's request to be reprieved from relegation to the National League is turned down by the EFL.

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James Ward-Prowse: Southampton captain signs new five-year deal

Southampton captain James Ward-Prowse signs a new five-year contract, taking his time at the club beyond 20 years.

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Rose Lavelle: OL Reign sign USA midfielder before European move

OL Reign sign USA midfielder Rose Lavelle from Washington Spirit - but the World Cup winner is set to immediately join a European club.

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Wigan Athletic owner enquired about administration before takeover

Wigan Athletic's owner enquired about putting them into administration before he had even completed his takeover of the club.

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Vincent Kompany retires from playing to become Anderlecht head coach

Vincent Kompany is appointed Anderlecht head coach on a four-year deal after ending his playing career.

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Sheffield Wednesday: EFL wanted to apply 12-point deduction in 2019-20 season

The EFL publishes the reasons Sheffield Wednesday's 12-point deduction was only applied for the 2020-21 season.

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Jawahir Roble: Celebrate and support all women referees out there

Jawahir Roble speaks to BBC Sport about her experiences of being the UK's first Muslim female referee and how she wants to encourage more women to become officials.

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Joe Hart: Former Burnley keeper to join Tottenham on free transfer

Former England goalkeeper Joe Hart is set to join Tottenham Hotspur on a free transfer after leaving Burnley.

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Inter Milan: How have their former Premier League players fared?

Inter Milan boss Antonio Conte filled his squad with players from the Premier League, but how have they fared this season?

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Watch all the weekend Scottish Premiership goals

There may have been two scoreless draws but catch up with the goals from the other three weekend Scottish Premiership matches.

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Sevilla 2-1 Man Utd: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Europa League exit 'hard to take'

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reflects on Manchester United's "disappointing" defeat by Sevilla in the semi-final of the Europa League.

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Highlights: Livingston 0-0 Rangers

Livingston and Rangers draw a blank in the final Scottish Premiership fixture of the weekend (UK users only).

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Highlights: Ross County 1-2 Dundee United

Nicky Clark scores the winner as Dundee United come from behind to end Ross County's unbeaten start to the Scottish Premiership season.

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Highlights: Kilmarnock 1-2 St Johnstone

Watch the highlights as St Johnstone score twice in the last five minutes to earn victory over 10-man Kilmarnock.

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Highlights: Hibernian 0-0 Motherwell

Hibernian end Saturday evening top of the Scottish Premiership but lose their 100% start to the season as Motherwell earn a point at Easter Road.

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Highlights: Hamilton Academical 0-1 St Mirren

Watch highlights as Jon Obika's goal earns St Mirren a 1-0 win against Hamilton Academical.

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Dai Davies: Ex-Wales goalkeeper has terminal cancer

Former Wales, Swansea City, Everton and Wrexham goalkeeper Dai Davies has terminal cancer.

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UK's first Muslim female referee talks learning English, discrimination and career goals

In an exclusive interview with BBC Sport, the UK's first Muslim female referee discusses learning English, how she handles discrimination and her career goals.

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Man Utd 1-2 Sevilla: Weaknesses exposed as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men fall short again

Was Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's decision-making over substitutes a cry for reinforcements? Chief football writer Phil McNulty reviews another disappointing cup night for Manchester United.

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Manchester United 'have to take it to next step' - Harry Maguire

Harry Maguire says Manchester United "have to take it to the next step" after losing the Europa League semi-final to Sevilla.

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Transfer rumours: Messi, Aubameyang, Magalhaes, Griezmann, Alcantara, Dybala

Lionel Messi wants to leave Barcelona immediately, Arsenal have agreed terms with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, plus more.

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Inter Milan v Shakhtar Donetsk: Strongest opponents we have faced, says Inter boss Antonio Conte

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Europa League game between Inter Milan and Shakhtar Donetsk.

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AFC Bournemouth: Captain Simon Francis and vice-captain Andrew Surman leave

Bournemouth captain Simon Francis and vice-captain Andrew Surman both leave following relegation from the Premier League.

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Livingston 0-0 Rangers: Hosts claim point despite Lyndon Dykes absence

Livingston bring an end to Rangers' 100% Premiership record as Steven Gerrard's side miss the chance to go eight points clear of Celtic.

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Ronald Koeman: Barcelona could pick Netherlands manager to replace Quique Setien

Barcelona manager Quique Setien is expected to be sacked on Monday and Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman could be his replacement, Guillem Balague tells the BBC 5 Live Euro Leagues podcast

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Livingston's Lyndon Dykes misses Rangers game amid reported move to QPR

Lyndon Dykes has been left out of the Livingston team for their Scottish Premiership clash with Rangers amid reports the club have accepted a £2m bid for their striker.

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Cheryl Foster: Welsh referee aims to shine on football's biggest stage

Having played football at the highest level, Wales' Cheryl Foster is destined for the top of the game as a referee.

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Manchester United: Tahith Chong training with Werder Bremen before loan move

Manchester United winger Tahith Chong is training with Werder Bremen before a loan move to the German side.

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Kevin de Bruyne: Manchester City midfielder named Premier League player of season

Manchester City midfielder Kevin de Bruyne is named the Premier League player of the season.

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How Pep Guardiola made a mess of Manchester City's big Champions League chance

Manchester City treated Lyon like they were Bayern Munich and paid the price, says BBC Radio 5 Live pundit Chris Waddle.

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Champions League quarter-finals: Shocks, sitters, drama and genius

How did the Champions League quarter-finals go? There were memorable storylines in each one.

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Sevilla v Manchester United

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Europa League semi-final between Sevilla and Manchester United.

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'This season has simply not been good enough' - European exit reaffirms Man City's faults

BBC's chief football writer Phil McNulty looks at what went wrong for Manchester City against Lyon and what now for Pep Guardiola's side.

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Transfer rumours: Messi, Pochettino, Foster, Gabriel, Kean, Hendrick, Smalling

Manchester City confident of attracting Messi, Foster wanted by Chelsea and Everton, Gabriel to leave Lille, plus more.

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Champions League: Pep Guardiola not looking to 'find excuses' for Man City exit

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says he and his club are not looking to "find excuses" for the team's 3-1 defeat to Lyon, which sees City bow out of the Champions League.

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Manchester City out of Champions League: Different year, same stuff - Kevin de Bruyne

Kevin de Bruyne says Manchester City "need to learn" after a third consecutive Champions League quarter-final exit.

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Champions League: Manchester City v Lyon - rate the players

Rate the players out of 10 for Manchester City against Lyon in the Champions League.

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Sevilla v Manchester United: Wild card Ever Banega the danger man to United

Sevilla's Ever Banega has had his off-field troubles but it is what he can do on it that Manchester United need to be wary of on Sunday.

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Bruno Fernandes says he needs to be 'much better' before being compared with Eric Cantona

Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes has dismissed recent comparisons with Eric Cantona, saying he needs to do "much better" before being likened to the legendary United forward.

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Vladimir Ivic: Watford confirm appointment of new head coach

Championship club Watford confirm the appointment of Vladimir Ivic as their new head coach.

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Hibernian 0-0 Motherwell: Hosts go top of Scottish Premiership

Hibernian return to the top of the Scottish Premiership but their perfect start is ended by a vibrant Motherwell showing in an Easter Road stalemate.

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Bruno Fernandes: Man Utd player rejects Eric Cantona comparisons

Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes rejects comparisons with the club's legendary French forward Eric Cantona.

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Ross County 1-2 Dundee Utd: Pawlett & Clark net to end hosts unbeaten start

Dundee United come back from a goal down to end Ross County's unbeaten start to the Scottish Premiership season in an entertaining contest in Dingwall.

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Uefa will not allow fans at September games, says Scottish FA chief Ian Maxwell

Uefa will not allow fans to attend any European international matches in September, says Scottish FA chief executive Ian Maxwell.

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Aaron Ramsdale: Bournemouth accept Sheffield United's £18.5m bid for goalkeeper

Bournemouth accept an £18.5m bid for goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale from his former club Sheffield United.

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Arsenal head of football Raul Sanllehi to be replaced by Vinai Venkatesham

Arsenal head of football Raul Sanllehi is to leave the club and be replaced by managing director Vinai Venkatesham.

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Cheryl Foster: Ex-Wales international rises to Uefa elite referees list

Welsh referee Cheryl Foster is promoted to Uefa's elite list, making her one of Europe's top match officials.

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Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool boss named Premier League manager of the season

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is named Premier League manager of the season after leading the Reds to their first league title in 30 years.

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John Mikel Obi: Stoke City set to sign former Chelsea and Nigeria midfielder

Stoke City are set to sign former Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi on a one-year deal.

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Lille owner Gerard Lopez on the secrets behind their transfer success

Ligue 1 side Lille have become masters at developing young talent, before selling them on for a huge profit - but what is the secret behind their success?

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Champions League: Should Manchester City fear Lyon?

Do Lyon have a chance of beating Manchester City? And if so, how? BBC Radio 5 Live's Euro Leagues podcast team take a look.

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'It's football, it's people, it's Match of the Day': Celebrating 50 years of MOTD theme

BBC Sport looks back to 15 August 1970, to celebrate 50 years since the iconic Match of the Day theme tune was played on television for the very first time.

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VJ Day: Ex-Scotland manager Bobby Brown remembers football during World War Two

Manchester City academy players Will and Charlie meet Bobby Brown, a former goalkeeper and Scotland manager who recalls how his life and career were changed by World War Two.

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Barcelona: What next after their humiliating 8-2 defeat to Bayern Munich?

What next for Barcelona after a humiliating 8-2 Champions League quarter-final defeat to Bayern Munich?

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Transfer rumours: Saul, Pogba, Dybala, Oblak, Winks, Jimenez

Man Utd ready big offer to sign Saul from Atletico and consider swapping Pogba for Juventus forward Dybala, plus more.

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Champions League: Barcelona v Bayern Munich - rate the players

Give your player ratings out of 10 for Barcelona against Bayern Munich in the Champions League.

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Sam Allison: Referee 'proud' of promotion to EFL

Referee Sam Allison, a former semi-pro player, says he is "really proud" after being promoted to officiate in the EFL.

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England women: New boss Sarina Wiegman is a coach who tells players the truth

Sarina Wiegman, who is to succeed Phil Neville as England's head coach in September 2021, has the track record to take the Lionesses to the next step.

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Man City v Lyon: Domestic cup experience could help City - Pep Guardiola

Man City boss Pep Guardiola hopes his side's domestic cup success will help them when they face Lyon in the last eight of the reformatted Champions League on Saturday.

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Champions League: Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero to miss Lyon quarter-final

Sergio Aguero will miss Manchester City's Champions League quarter-final against Lyon on Saturday through injury, says boss Pep Guardiola.

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Celtic, Aberdeen & players charged over alleged Covid-19 breaches

Celtic, Aberdeen and their players who broke lockdown rules have been charged by Scottish football's governing bodies.

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Newcastle takeover collapsed after bidders rejected Premier League arbitration offer

The potential takeover of Newcastle collapsed after a Saudi Arabian-backed consortium rejected the Premier League's offer of arbitration.

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Lee Cattermole: Former Middlesbrough, Sunderland and Wigan midfielder retires

Former Sunderland, Middlesbrough and Wigan midfielder Lee Cattermole retires and says he plans to move into coaching.

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Aberdeen eight "heavily fined", with money going to NHS

Aberdeen say the players who broke lockdown rules have been "severely reprimanded and fined heavily", with the money donated to NHS Grampian.

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Champions League & Europa League: Uefa president Ceferin to present trophy on pitch

Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin to join the Champions League and Europa League bubbles so he can present the trophy on the pitch at each final.

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Sportscene Predictions: Amy Irons v The Pundits

Amy Irons, from BBC Scotland's The Nine, takes on former Scotland striker Julie Fleeting in the weekend's Sportscene Predictions.

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England women: Sarina Wiegman to succeed Phil Neville in September 2021

Netherlands women's manager Sarina Wiegman will succeed Phil Neville as England's head coach in September 2021.

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Jack Butland: Stoke City 'open to offers' for the England goalkeeper

Stoke City are "open to offers" for England goalkeeper Jack Butland, says Potters chairman Peter Coates.

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Hull City train at Oriam in Edinburgh as Hearts as told not to

English League One side Hull City are currently training in Edinburgh - despite Hearts being ordered not to.

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Willian: Arsenal sign former Chelsea midfielder on free transfer

Arsenal sign Brazil midfielder Willian on a three-year deal after the 32-year-old's contract with Chelsea expired.

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Family excitement, surprise call and Euro bid - Damien Johnson looks forward to new NI role

Damien Johnson's children were not born to see him playing for Northern Ireland, but he is excited about them watching on as he takes up new coaching role.

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FC Dallas condemn 'repulsive' racist comments and threats sent to Reggie Cannon

FC Dallas owners condemn "repulsive and unacceptable" racist comments and death threats sent to Reggie Cannon.

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Champions League quiz: Can you name top 50 players with the most appearances?

Can you name the top 50 players with the most appearances in the Champions League?

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Players in Scotland poised to face new Covid-19 sanctions

New sanctions for footballers in Scotland breaching Covid-19 protocols will be announced on Friday as Hearts are left "incensed" at being told to pause training.

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Barcelona v Bayern Munich: 'A power seeker who is full of empathy' - who is Hansi Flick?

German football writer Constantin Eckner looks at the steady rise of Hansi Flick - the coach who could lead Bayern Munich to Champions League glory.

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Gossip: Can Manchester United sign Jadon Sancho & Jack Grealish this summer?

BBC Sport's Liam Loftus catches up with Manchester United fan Adam McKola from fan channel Stretford Paddock to discuss the Red Devils' potential transfers including Jadon Sancho.

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Champions League: A meteoric rise and the man from Hereford - Leipzig's dream continues

A team formed in 2009 featuring a player once on loan at Hereford United achieve their biggest result yet - RB Leipzig revel in their latest success.

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Transfer rumours: Thiago, Sancho, Chilwell, Oblak, Willian, Partey, Dybala, Havertz

Liverpool make contact over Thiago Alcantara, Man Utd to rival Chelsea for Ben Chilwell, Arsenal set to announce Willian, plus more.

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Wigan Athletic: Administrators set 31 August deadline to sell club

Wigan's administrators warn the club may not be able to start the new season if a sale does not go through by 31 August.

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Champions League: Barcelona 'best in world' says Arturo Vidal

Barcelona midfielder Arturo Vidal says his former side Bayern Munich are facing "the best team in the world" in Friday's quarter-final and not "any old team in the Bundesliga".

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Birmingham City: Carla Ward named manager of WSL club on two-year deal

Women's Super League side Birmingham City name Carla Ward as their new manager on a two-year deal.

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Neal Maupay: Brighton forward to receive Premier League support after online abuse

Brighton's Neal Maupay will receive support from the Premier League after the French forward was subjected to online abuse.

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Cody Drameh: Leeds United sign full-back from Fulham

Leeds United sign England Under-18 defender Cody Drameh on a four-year deal from fellow Premier League newcomers Fulham.

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Premier League scraps winter break because of congested 2020-21 schedule

The Premier League has scrapped its winter break for the 2020-21 season because of the congested schedule resulting from the coronavirus pandemic.

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Jadon Sancho: Borussia Dortmund winger happy to play with club's 'special young players'

Jadon Sancho says his is "really happy" to be sharing a pitch with Borussia Dortmund's younger players and wants to help guide them.

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Albian Ajeti: Celtic sign striker from West Ham in permanent transfer

Switzerland striker Albian Ajeti signs a four-year contract with Celtic in a permanent transfer from West Ham United.

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Blaise Matuidi: Inter Miami sign midfielder after Juventus departure

Midfielder Blaise Matuidi becomes the first high-profile signing for Major League Soccer side Inter Miami.

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FA Cup: No replays during 2020-21 season

There will be no replays during the 2020-21 FA Cup campaign in order to "ease pressure" on the football calendar.

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Mesut Ozil says he will stay at Arsenal until contract ends in 2021

Arsenal midfielder Mesut Ozil says he will stay with the club "through to the last day" of his contract next June.

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Relive how the action unfolded in Wednesday night's Scottish Premiership action

Relive how the action unfolded in Wednesday night's Scottish Premiership action with all the goals as they went in.

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Vladimir Ivic: Watford set to name ex-Maccabi Tel Aviv manager as new boss

Watford are set to appoint Vladimir Ivic as their replacement for sacked manager Nigel Pearson.

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Jan Vertonghen: Benfica medical for ex-Tottenham defender

Ex-Tottenham defender Jan Vertonghen is having a medical at Benfica before signing a three-year deal with the Portuguese club.

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FC Dallas' Reggie Cannon condemns booing as players took a knee

FC Dallas' Reggie Cannon condemns the "disgusting" booing of players kneeling during the national anthem by some home fans before an MLS game.

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RB Leipzig: How did Red Bull build a Champions League side from scratch?

How did RB Leipzig go from Germany's fifth tier to the Champions League quarter-finals in a decade, and why are they so divisive among fans?

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Highlights: Rangers 3-0 St Johnstone

Goals by Borna Barisic, Ryan Kent and Joe Aribo ease Rangers to a win over St Johnstone at Ibrox and maintain their 100% record in the Scottish Premiership this season.

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Barcelona v Bayern Munich: Pick your combined XI from Champions League giants

Who would you pick in a combined Barcelona and Bayern Munich XI as the sides prepare to meet on Friday.

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Highlights: Ross County 2-2 Kilmarnock

Ross County and Kilmarnock share four goals as both teams have to come from behind to earn a point in the Scottish Premiership match in Dingwall.

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Highlights: Motherwell 2-2 Livingston

Livingston twice come from behind as they and Motherwell earn their first respective Scottish Premiership point of the season after a frenetic draw.

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Transfer rumours: Thiago, Lacazette, Sarr, Grealish, Diawara, Pogba

Liverpool face competition for midfielder, Watford forward speaks up on interest, Arsenal open to offers for striker, plus more.

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Champions League: New format helps RB Leipzig, says Julian Nagelsmann

The 'one-off' format will help Champions League hopefuls RB Leipzig, says boss Julian Nagelsmann

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Rangers 3-0 St Johnstone: Ibrox side ease to top of Premiership

Rangers move to the top of the Scottish Premiership on goal difference with a clinical win over St Johnstone.

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Ross County 2-2 Kilmarnock: Ross Stewart claims point for hosts

Ross Stewart's 79th-minute penalty kick earns Ross County a deserved point in Dingwall after Alan Power and Chris Burke had put Kilmarnock ahead.

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Motherwell 2-2 Livingston: Visitors fight back to earn first points

Livingston twice come from behind as they and Motherwell earn their first respective Scottish Premiership point of the season.

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Manchester United: Twitter apology over Phil Jones post

Twitter apologises to Manchester United's Phil Jones after a post that appeared to mock the defender.

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Mohammed Salisu: Southampton sign Ghanaian defender

Southampton sign Ghanaian centre-back Mohammed Salisu from Real Valladolid for £10.9m on a four-year contract.

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Coronavirus: Women's football 'at a crossroads' as it emerges from lockdown

After a summer with no elite women's football in England, is private investment needed to ensure the sport regains its momentum?

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Ben White: Defender not for sale, Brighton & Hove Albion tell Leeds United

Brighton tell newly-promoted Leeds United that defender Ben White is not for sale.

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Blaise Matuidi leaves Juventus amid Inter Miami links

French World Cup-winning midfielder Blaise Matuidi leaves Juventus after three seasons amid links to an Inter Miami move.

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BBC to broadcast Women's Community Shield double-header at Wembley

The BBC will show live coverage of the Women's Community Shield between Chelsea and Manchester City at Wembley on 29 August.

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England women: Netherlands boss Sarina Wiegman is preferred choice to succeed Phil Neville

Netherlands women's manager Sarina Wiegman is the FA's preferred choice to succeed Phil Neville as England's head coach.

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Why are there so few black and minority ethnic sporting statues?

Of 240 statues of athletes in the UK, only 10 are of black or ethnic minority sportsmen or women - BBC Sport asks why.

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Macclesfield Town: Mark Kennedy & Danny Butterfield leave after rejecting contract offers

Head coach Mark Kennedy and assistant Danny Butterfield leave relegated Macclesfield Town after rejecting contract offers.

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Atletico Madrid women suspend training after four more Covid-19 cases

The Atletico Madrid women's team suspend training following four more positive tests for coronavirus among their squad and coaching staff.

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Barcelona player tests positive for Covid-19

An unnamed Barcelona squad member tests positive for Covid-19 but has not been in contact with any senior players.

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Champions League quarter-finals: All you need to know

The Champions League has finally reached the last eight. But who will win it from here?

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Champions League: Stories to look out for in latter stages in Lisbon

What could the major stories be in the Champions League latter stages as the quarter-finals start in Lisbon?

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Jadon Sancho: Man Utd target is best young player in world - Rio Ferdinand

Borussia Dortmund forward Jadon Sancho is the world's "best" young player and Manchester United need to sign top stars, says Rio Ferdinand.

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MOTD Top 10 podcast: Roberto di Matteo on Paul Gascoigne, Ruud Gullit and more

Chelsea legend Roberto di Matteo tells the MOTD Top 10 podcast about the moments that shaped his playing career.

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Champions League: How Atalanta took Europe by storm before facing PSG

As they prepare to take on PSG in the Champions League, BBC Sport finds out how Atalanta have become a force in Italy and on the continent.

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Highlights: Dundee United 0-1 Hibernian

Christian Doidge's strike against Dundee United ensures Hibs move top of the Scottish Premiership.

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Atalanta v Paris St-Germain

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

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Europa League: Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo says his team 'need more players'

Wolves need to sign more players to make their squad stronger, says boss Nuno Espirito Santo after their Europa League exit.

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Transfer rumours: Dembele, Silva, Watkins, Bale, Iheanacho, Thiago

Manchester United eye Barcelona forward, Aston Villa make striker move, Bayern open to Thiago sale, plus more.

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Shakhtar Donetsk 4-1 FC Basel: Ukrainians book Europa League semi with Inter Milan

Shakhtar Donetsk cruise past FC Basel in Gelsenkirchen to book a Europa League semi-final with Inter Milan.

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Dundee Utd 0-1 Hibs: Christian Doidge goal extends visitors' 100% start

Christian Doidge maintains Hibernian's 100% start to the Premiership season as they won their first three top-flight games for the first time in 46 years.

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On a yellow... but can Scottish football avoid red card after Covid-19 breaches?

What can clubs do to prevent further breaches of Covid-19 guidelines? Scottish Premiership managers have their say...

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Macclesfield Town relegated after EFL wins points appeal, Stevenage reprieved

Macclesfield Town are relegated to the National League after the EFL wins an appeal against a points deduction.

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Spurs complete Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg deal as Kyle Walker-Peters joins Saints

Tottenham complete the signing of midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg from Southampton, with full-back Kyle Walker-Peters heading in the opposite direction.

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Jason Tindall: Bournemouth manager 'surprised' by Eddie Howe's exit

New Bournemouth manager Jason Tindall says Eddie Howe's decision to leave the club caught him by surprise.

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Alfredo Morelos: Lille 'watching' Rangers striker but interest cools

Lille are still "watching" Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos, says the French club's owner, but are wary of adding another attacker to their squad.

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Champions League: Linfield game off over Kosovan opponents' Covid-19 issues

Linfield's Champions League preliminary round game against FC Drita is postponed after Kosovan opponents are hit by a Covid-19 issue.

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Celtic: 'Very difficult' for Boli Bolingoli to be accepted back

It will be "very difficult" for Boli Bolingoli to be accepted back into the Celtic dressing room, says "livid" manager Neil Lennon.

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Referee punched in face at amateur friendly game

A referee was punched in the face in an amateur pre-season friendly in London after sending off a player representing Sporting Club de Mundial.

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Celtic & Aberdeen's Scottish Premiership games off after Covid breach

Celtic and Aberdeen have their next two Scottish Premiership matches postponed after their players broke lockdown rules.

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Sturgeon: Aberdeen and Celtic should not play after Covid breaches

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says the two clubs should will not be playing matches in the coming week.

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Jack Leslie: Black footballer statue campaign reaches goal

A statue for Jack Leslie who was dropped by England in 1925 will stand outside Home Park in Plymouth.

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Chelsea and Man City to contest first Women's Community Shield since 2008

Chelsea and Manchester City will contest the first Women's Community Shield match since 2008 before the men's fixture at Wembley on 29 August.

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Charlie Allen: Leeds United sign teenager from Irish League side Linfield

Northern Ireland youth international Charlie Allen joins Leeds United from Irish Premiership champions Linfield on a three-year deal.

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Champions League quarter-finals: Pick your favourite last-eight tie

What are your favourite Champions League last-eight ties? We've looked back and picked out a top 10 for you to choose your favourite.

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Coronavirus: Celtic's Boli Bolingoli apologises over quarantine breach

Ministers warn they could call a halt to Scottish football after Boli Bolingoli's Spain trip.

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Champions League: The rules players are following during 'final eight' in Lisbon

Players involved in the Champions League 'final eight' have lots of new rules to follow - here are some of the more specific and interesting ones.

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Transfer rumours: Sancho, Ramsey, Smalling, Havertz, Traore, Hendrick

Aaron Ramsey can leave Juventus, Manchester United continue to chase Jadon Sancho, Newcastle target new names, plus more.

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Inter Milan 2-1 Bayer 04 Leverkusen: Romelu Lukaku sets record in win for Italians

Romelu Lukaku scores for a record ninth consecutive Europa League game as Inter Milan beat Bayer Leverkusen to reach the semi-finals.

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Phil Neville: England manager on 'setting foundations' for future

England manager Phil Neville says the remaining few months of his contract will be working towards "setting the foundations for the next three years".

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Kostas Tsimikas: Liverpool sign left-back from Olympiakos

Kostas Tsimikas says he has moved to "the biggest club in the world" as Liverpool sign the left-back from Olympiakos.

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Dean Holden: Bristol City confirm head coach appointment

Dean Holden, who was assistant to former boss Lee Johnson, is named as the new head coach of Bristol City.

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Leeds United sign Jack Harrison on loan from Man City for 2020-21 season

Leeds make their third signing of the summer transfer window as Jack Harrison completes a loan move from Manchester City.

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Wolverhampton Wanderers v Sevilla: Nuno Espirito Santo proud of identity created at Molineux club

Nuno Espirito Santo says he is proud of how far Wolves have come as they prepare for a first European quarter-final appearance in 48 years.

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Aaron Hickey: Hearts defender very impressed by Bayern Munich visit

Hearts full-back Aaron Hickey is left excited by the prospect of joining Bayern Munich after visiting the German champions at the weekend.

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Sam Mewis: Manchester City sign USA's World Cup-winning midfielder

Manchester City sign USA international and 2019 World Cup winner Sam Mewis.

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Scottish League Cup: St Johnstone & Dundee Utd drawn in same group

St Johnstone and Dundee United are the only two Scottish Premiership teams who will face each other in this season's League Cup group stage.

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Eniola Aluko: Former England forward sorry for Barbados quarantine breach

Former England footballer Eniola Aluko has apologised in a Barbados court for a quarantine breach.

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Champions League: Celtic could face Ferencvaros or Djurgarden

Celtic could face Ferencvaros of Hungary or Djurgarden of Sweden in the Champions League second qualifying round as Aberdeen and Motherwell learn their Europa League opponents.

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Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg: Tottenham medical for Southampton midfielder

Southampton's Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg is having a medical at Tottenham on Monday, while Kyle Walker-Peters is set to move the other way.

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Jadon Sancho named in Borussia Dortmund training squad on day of deadline

Borussia Dortmund name Jadon Sancho - Manchester United's top transfer target - in their squad for a training camp this week.

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Kilmarnock 1-1 Celtic: Neil Lennon frustrated as champions held

Celtic have "lots to work on" after the 1-1 draw with Kilmarnock, says boss Neil Lennon, who refused to blame defender Christopher Jullien for their slip-up.

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Nisbet nets hat-trick for Hibs at Livingston

Kevin Nisbet scores a hat-trick as Hibernian thump Livingston in West Lothian.

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McKay's goal the difference as Ross County beat Hamilton

Billy Mckay's goal proves to be the difference between Ross County and Hamilton.

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Dundee Utd secure first win since top-flight return

Mark Reynolds' finish earns Dundee United victory against his former club Motherwell

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Europa League quarter-finals: Man Utd and Wolves on course to meet in semi-finals

Manchester United and Wolves compete in the quarter-finals of the Europa League in Germany on Monday and Tuesday respectively.

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Transfer rumours: Brooks, Silva, King, Tsimikas, Ozil, Willian

Liverpool leading race to sign Brooks from Bournemouth, Barcelona hope to tempt Silva away from Man City, plus more.

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Lyon beat PSG on penalties to win record ninth French Cup

England internationals Lucy Bronze, Nikita Parris and Jodie Taylor helped Lyon win a record ninth French Cup as they beat Paris St-Germain 4-3 on penalties.

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Kilmarnock and Celtic share the spoils at Rugby Park in the Scottish Premiership

Kilmarnock and Celtic share the spoils at Rugby Park in the Scottish Premiership.

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Highlights of Rangers' 3-0 victory over St Mirren at Ibrox in the Scottish Premiership

Highlights of Rangers' 3-0 victory over St Mirren at Ibrox in the Scottish Premiership.

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Andrea Pirlo: The perfect fit for Juventus? Can the maestro player be a maestro manager?

Is a legendary player without any managerial experience in Andrea Pirlo a masterstroke or a massive gamble for Juventus?

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Atletico Madrid: Two unnamed individuals test positive for coronavirus

Atletico Madrid say two individuals have tested positive for coronavirus before Thursday's Champions League quarter-final against RB Leipzig.

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Manchester United v FC Copenhagen: More to come from Anthony Martial - Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says "there's more to come" from Anthony Martial after the finest season of the Frenchman's career.

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Kilmarnock 1-1 Celtic: Chris Burke penalty holds the champions

Chris Burke's penalty cancels out Ryan Christie's opener as reigning champions Celtic draw away to Kilmarnock.

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Rangers 3-0 St Mirren: Alfredo Morelos scores double for hosts

Alfredo Morelos scores his first goals since February as Rangers ease past St Mirren to make it two Premiership wins out of two.

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Willian confirms Chelsea exit after seven years at the club

Brazil winger Willian confirms he has left Chelsea after seven years at the London club.

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Kostas Tsimikas: Liverpool look at Olympiakos left-back after Jamal Lewis bid rejected

Liverpool could pursue Olympiakos left-back Kostas Tsimikas after their bid for Norwich's Jamal Lewis was rejected.

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Manchester United without Phil Jones for Europa League finals tournament

Manchester United defender Phil Jones has not travelled to the Europa League final eight tournament in Germany because of a knee injury.

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Celtic draw Reykjavik in Champions League first qualifying round

Celtic will host KR Reykjavik in the one-legged Champions League first qualifying round on 18 or 19 August.

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Champions League: Could Robert Lewandowski beat Cristiano Ronaldo's record?

Cristiano Ronaldo has the record for most goals in a single Champions League campaign, but Robert Lewandowski is in a strong position to beat it.

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Transfer rumours: Lacazette, White, Walker-Peters, Sancho, Wilson

Arsenal to sell Lacazette to Atletico Madrid, Brighton reject Leeds bid for White, with Chelsea and Liverpool also keen, plus more.

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Champions League: Which teams are in the 'final eight' tournament?

The line-up for the Champions League 'final eight' tournament in Lisbon is complete after wins for Barcelona and Bayern Munich on Saturday.

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Juventus appoint Andrea Pirlo to replace Maurizio Sarri

Juventus hire Andrea Pirlo as manager to replace the sacked Maurizio Sarri only a week after appointing the former midfielder as Under-23 boss.

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Motherwell 0-1 Dundee United: League newcomers stun sluggish hosts

Dundee United secure a first win back in the Scottish Premiership as Mark Reynolds' first goal for the club earns three points at Motherwell.

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Livingston 1-4 Hibernian: Kevin Nisbet claims hat-trick in second-straight win

Three first-half goals ensure Hibernian move joint-top of the Scottish Premiership with an impressive win at Livingston.

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Gareth Bale: Real Madrid forward 'wasting time' and must 'find solution' - Ramon Calderon

Gareth Bale is "wasting his time" at the Bernabeu and must "finish this situation" this summer, says former Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon.

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Champions League: Linfield win 2-0 to reach preliminary round final

Bastien Hery and debutant Christy Manzinga score to give Linfield a 2-0 win over Tre Fiori in their Champions League preliminary round semi-final.

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Aberdeen: Eight who broke lockdown rules issue apology

Eight Aberdeen players who broke lockdown rules by going to a bar have apologised for a "huge error of judgement".

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Maurizio Sarri sacked as Juventus manager after one season

Italian giants Juventus sack Maurizio Sarri after their Champions League last-16 defeat by Lyon.

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Jason Tindall: Bournemouth appoint Eddie Howe's former assistant as manager

Bournemouth appoint assistant boss Jason Tindall as their manager following the exit of Eddie Howe.

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New football kits for 2020-21: How do they rate?

The top teams from Europe and around the world have been dropping their new kits for next season - but which is the best?

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Barcelona: Quique Setien not worried as Champions League resumes

Barcelona manager Quique Setien says "at no point" has he considered that Saturday's Champions League tie with Napoli could be his final game.

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David Marshall: Scotland keeper eyes move back to Championship in England

Scotland keeper David Marshall says his future at Wigan is "out of my hands", but admits he is keen on a return to England's second tier.

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Kilmarnock new mascot: How Captain Conker was created

Captain Conker is Scottish Premiership club Kilmarnock's new mascot, but how did he come to be created?

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England women: Phil Neville successor could be appointed next week

Phil Neville's replacement as England women's manager could be announced by the Football Association next week.

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Bayern Munich v Chelsea

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

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The Champions League's greatest comebacks

As Chelsea look to produce a stunning comeback at Bayern Munich, we want you to rank your favourite Champions League great escapes.

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Manchester City: No Sergio Aguero, no problem against Real Madrid in Champions League

Manchester City's impressive win over Real Madrid shows their strength as a team and ability to win as a group as they head for Lisbon, says ex-City midfielder Michael Brown.

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Pep Guardiola: Man City boss says team cannot relax after beating Real Madrid in Champions League

Despite an impressive win over Real Madrid, Manchester City must kick on if they are to win the Champions League for the first time, says boss Pep Guardiola.

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Champions League: Man City dismiss Real Madrid and head for Lisbon

The manner of their victory over Real Madrid suggests this could be the big moment in the Champions League for Manchester City and Pep Guardiola.

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Transfer rumours: Rice, Garcia, Havertz, Torreira, Sarr, Sessegnon, Tomori

Chelsea to raise £65m to sign West Ham's Rice, Barcelona to bid £14m for Man City's Garcia, Havertz could arrive at Chelsea next week, plus more.

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Dejan Lovren: Former Liverpool defender helps Zenit St Petersburg win Russian Super Cup

Dejan Lovren only joined Zenit St Petersburg last week but the former Liverpool defender already has already helped his new club win a trophy.

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Celtic: Albian Ajeti & Steven Fletcher remain in talks with Neil Lennon's side

Celtic remain in talks with West Ham striker Albian Ajeti and former Scotland forward Steven Fletcher, says manager Neil Lennon.

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Charlton Athletic: English Football League rejects takeover by Paul Elliott

Prospective new Charlton owner Paul Elliott has his application to take over the League One club rejected by the EFL.

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Financial Fair Play: Wolves punished by Uefa after overspending

Wolves will only be allowed to register 23 players if they qualify for the Champions League next season, after they fail to meet Uefa's Financial Fair Play target.

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Craig Shakespeare named Aston Villa assistant head coach

Aston Villa appoint former Leicester manager Craig Shakespeare as assistant head coach.

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