Motherwell: 2020 vision blurred following Stephen Robinson's exit

BBC Scotland analyses where it has gone wrong for Motherwell in light of manager Stephen Robinson's departure.

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Tommy Docherty - manager of many clubs, quips, anecdotes and one-liners

Former Chelsea, Man Utd and Scotland manager Tommy Docherty, who has died aged 92, will be remembered for one of the most colourful careers.

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Premier League predictions: Lawro v Peter Hooton, The Farm singer & Liverpool fan

Mark Lawrenson takes on The Farm singer and Liverpool fan Peter Hooton to make predictions for the first set of Premier League fixtures of 2021.

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Tommy Docherty: Former Man Utd and Scotland boss dies

Former Manchester United and Scotland manager Tommy Docherty dies at the age of 92 following a long illness.

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Edinson Cavani: Man Utd forward banned over Instagram post

Manchester United's Edinson Cavani is given a three-match ban for a social media post containing a Spanish phrase that is offensive in some contexts.

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Fleetwood Town: Covid-hit club call off next two League One matches

Fleetwood Town call off their next two matches - against Ipswich and Sunderland - after "several" positive Covid-19 tests.

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Ole Gunner Solskjaer: Man Utd boss says players 'realise privilege' of being at the club

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes a change in mentality has helped Manchester United climb to second in the Premier League.

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Nuno Espirito Santo: Wolves boss charged by FA over referee Lee Mason criticism

Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo is charged by the Football Association for his recent criticism of referee Lee Mason.

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Scottish Premiership midweek goals

Watch all of the goals from Wednesday's Scottish Premiership matches (UK only).

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Mikel Arteta: Arsenal manager says offloading players is January priority

Arsenal will prioritise offloading players in the January transfer window, says manager Mikel Arteta.

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John Coleman: Accrington Stanley boss says season must be extended

Accrington Stanley boss John Coleman says the 2020-21 season must be extended - after having six games postponed so far by Covid-19.

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Stephen Robinson resigns as Motherwell manager

Stephen Robinson resigns as manager of Motherwell.

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Best Scottish Premiership strikes of the year

A selection of the best thunderbolts and free-kicks from 2020 in the Scottish Premiership. (UK only)

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Burnley takeover: ALK Capital completes deal by buying 84% controlling stake

American investment group ALK Capital completes its takeover of Burnley, buying an 84% stake in the Premier League club.

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Football in 2021: Make your predictions for the new year

As we enter 2021 it's time to predict what's going to happen. Aston Villa topping the Premier League? Scotland winning Euro 2020?

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January transfer window 2021: Who could be on the move?

No winter break and a shorter season means clubs may dip into the transfer market, BBC Sport takes a look at players who could move in January.

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Mark Clattenburg: Ex-Premier League referee says VAR could save a career

Former Premier League referee Mark Clattenburg on the video assistant referee, social media and his tattoo collection.

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Fantasy football tips: Postponements and the importance of 'filler' players

BBC Radio 5 Live's Alistair Bruce-Ball gives his fantasy football tips for gameweek 17 and asks: is there any way to plan for postponements?

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Highlights: Celtic 3-0 Dundee United, Scottish Premiership

Celtic put three past Dundee United without reply in their final Scottish Premiership match of 2020 (UK only).

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Highlights: St Mirren 0-2 Rangers, Scottish Premiership

Scottish Premiership leaders Rangers leave Paisley with all three points after securing victory over St Mirren (UK only).

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Swansea City to investigate pre-match booing as players took the knee

Swansea City will investigate after booing was heard outside the stadium while players took the knee before their draw against Reading.

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Match of the Day analysis: 'What a performance' - Pundits praise Darlow

Match of the Day pundits Jermaine Jenas and Stephen Warnock praise Newcastle keeper Karl Darlow after his performance helped his side to a 0-0 draw with champions Liverpool.

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Transfer rumours: Aarons, Wijnaldum, Haaland, Sancho, Isco, Messi

Man Utd target Norwich defender, Wolves eye Liverpool midfielder, plus more.

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Elche 1-1 Real Madrid: Visitors lose ground on league leaders Atletico

Real Madrid lose ground on La Liga leaders Atletico Madrid after a disappointing draw at Elche.

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Newcastle 0-0 Liverpool: Jurgen Klopp praises "really good" performance

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp praises a "really good" performance after a 0-0 Premier League draw with Newcastle at St James' Park.

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Newcastle 0-0 Liverpool: Steve Bruce delighted with "terrific" point

Newcastle manager Steve Bruce is delighted with a "terrific" point after a 0-0 Premier League draw with champions Liverpool at St James' Park.

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Newcastle United 0-0 Liverpool: Hosts frustrate champions in entertaining stalemate

Newcastle United hold Liverpool to a goalless draw in the Premier League to ease the pressure on boss Steve Bruce.

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Premier League 'has not discussed pause' amid rise in coronavirus cases

The Premier League says it has no plans to suspend the current campaign despite a rise in positive coronavirus cases.

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Atletico Madrid 1-0 Getafe: Hosts set to end 2020 top of La Liga after Luis Suarez winner

Atletico Madrid will almost certainly end 2020 top of La Liga after beating Getafe at the Wanda Metropolitano.

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Brentford 2-1 Bournemouth: Bees go second in Championship

Substitute Tariqe Fosu sends Brentford second in the Championship with a late headed winner against fellow high-flyers Bournemouth.

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Paul Hurst: Grimsby re-appoint former manager as Ian Holloway replacement

Grimsby Town re-appoint Paul Hurst as manager on a two-and-a-half-year deal to replace Ian Holloway.

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Cristiano Ronaldo hopes to continue playing for 'many years'

Juventus and Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo says he hopes to continue playing for "many years" and winning the World Cup remains a "dream" of his.

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Rangers gain revenge over St Mirren to retain 16-point Premiership lead

Rangers head into Saturday's Old Firm derby still 16-points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership as they avenge their League Cup defeat by St Mirren.

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Covid-19: What do further tier four restrictions mean for sport in England?

How the government's tougher restrictions affect elite and grassroots sport in England.

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Celtic 3-0 Dundee United: Jullien injury blow for hosts

Celtic lose defender Christopher Jullien to injury as they prepare for Saturday's Old Firm derby with Scottish Premiership victory over Dundee United.

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Manchester City: Training ground reopens after negative coronavirus tests

Manchester City's training ground is set to reopen as their first-team bubble reveals no new positive Covid-19 test results.

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Livingston v Aberdeen: Scottish Premiership match off due to frozen pitch

Livingston's Scottish Premiership match against Aberdeen is called off due to a frozen pitch.

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Bright Osayi-Samuel: QPR condemn racist abuse on social media

QPR condemn the "abhorrent" racist abuse forward Bright Osayi-Samuel was subjected to after Tuesday's draw with Norwich.

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Croatia earthquake: Former Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren makes hotel available

Former Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren offers accommodation to families affected by an earthquake in Croatia.

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Top Football Tweets: Rob Holding playing Wonderwall impresses us

The best football tweets of the week, including Arsenal's Rob Holding serenading people on Instagram, a bizarre incident surrounding George Galloway and Queen of The South and a new cliche about Stoke City.

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Karen Carney: Leeds owner Andrea Radrizzani defends club tweet amid criticism

Leeds owner Andrew Radrizzani says pundit Karen Carney made "unnecessary" comments as he defends a controversial club tweet.

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Scottish Premiership team news, stats & selectors

Catch up with all the team news and stats for Wednesday's Scottish Premiership fixtures and choose your team's preferred XI.

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January transfer window: What business does each Premier League club need to do?

As the midway point of the season approaches, Phil McNulty looks at what each Premier League team might do in the transfer market.

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Wales and Watford's George Abbott takes on BBC Sport's Wonderkids challenge

Watford defender George Abbott is the final player to take on our three-part Wonderkids challenge.

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Transfer rumours: Messi, Wijnaldum, Isco, Lloris, Costa, Alli, Alonso, Capello

Isco could move to Arsenal, decision time for Wijnaldum, Costa linked with Wolves, Manchester City remain hopeful about Messi, plus more.

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Match of the Day analysis: How Leeds United tore West Bromwich Abion apart

Match of the Day's Micah Richards and Ian Wright analyse Leeds United's "sensational" performance at West Brom, where Marcelo Bielsa's side won 5-0 in the Premier League.

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Southampton 0-0 West Ham: David Moyes happy with point and clean sheet

West Ham manager David Moyes says he is happy with a point and clean sheet after his team recovered from a slow start to draw 0-0 at Southampton.

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Brighton & Hove Albion 0-1 Arsenal: Seagulls home record not good enough - Potter

Brighton boss Graham Potter admits his side need to pick up more points at home, after they lose 1-0 against Arsenal.

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Southampton 0-0 West Ham: Richard Kitzbichler says clean sheet is 'important' for Southampton

Southampton assistant manager Richard Kitzbichler praises his side's "good defensive work" during their 0-0 draw with West Ham United.

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West Bromwich Albion 0-5 Leeds United: Marcelo Bielsa's side show ruthless streak at Hawthorns

Leeds demonstrate their attacking flair as they embarrass West Brom and leave Sam Allardyce searching for his first win as Albion boss.

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Burnley 1-0 Sheffield United: Ben Mee's header continues Clarets recent improvement

Burnley's recent Premier League improvement continues as they edge to a narrow victory over bottom side Sheffield United at Turf Moor.

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Brighton 0-1 Arsenal: Alexandre Lacazette strikes to earn Gunners back-to-back wins

Striker Alexandre Lacazette scores 21 seconds after coming on as a second-half substitute to give Arsenal a narrow win at Brighton.

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Birmingham City 0-4 Derby County: Wayne Rooney's Rams enjoy St Andrew's romp

Derby County enjoy their best win under caretaker boss Wayne Rooney after Birmingham concede three early goals at St Andrew's.

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Southampton v West Ham United

Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl will manage Tuesday's game against West Ham from home after a member of his household tested positive for coronavirus.

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Burnley takeover: ALK Capital confident of completing deal this week

Prospective Burnley owners ALK Capital are confident of completing their takeover of the club by the end of the week.

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Covid-19: Continuation of football in England 'not wise', says Rochdale club doctor

Allowing English football to continue when Covid-19 infection rates hit a new high in the country "is not wise", a club doctor says.

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Jack Wilshere training with Bournemouth

England midfielder Jack Wilshere, who has been without a club since October, is training with Championship Bournemouth.

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Newcastle manager Steve Bruce demands fight as criticism mounts

Newcastle manager Steve Bruce demands more from his players as criticism over recent displays mounts.

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Tottenham Hotspur v Fulham

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

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Athletic Madrid: Diego Costa agrees to end contract early

Spain striker Diego Costa is a free agent after agreeing to end to his Atletico Madrid contact six months early.

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Coronavirus in the Premier League: Testing reveals 18 cases

The latest round of Premier League coronavirus testing finds 18 people had the virus - the highest figure recorded in the league's testing programme.

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Quiz: What do you remember of Scottish football in 2020?

How much do you remember of a unique year - and two disrupted seasons - in Scottish football?

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Mansfield Town v Salford City postponed because of snow

Tuesday's League Two game between Mansfield Town and Salford City is postponed because of heavy snowfall.

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How do you rank 2020's top football achievements?

Which was the best football achievement in 2020? Rank these top moments.

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Paul Warne: Rotherham United boss fears 'points deduction' if Barnsley game called off

Rotherham United boss Paul Warne says his side fear a points deduction if they were to call off Tuesday's derby with Barnsley.

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Paris St-Germain: Mauricio Pochettino main contender to replace Thomas Tuchel

Former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino is the main contender to take over at Paris St-Germain after Thomas Tuchel's sacking.

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Athletic Bilbao v Real Sociedad: How La Real's trust in youth is paying off

Real Sociedad visit Athletic Bilbao in the Basque derby on Thursday looking to reignite their La Liga title challenge.

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Tony Pulis: Sheffield Wednesday sack manager after 10 matches in charge

Sheffield Wednesday sack manager Tony Pulis after 10 matches in charge with the club next to bottom of the Championship.

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Transfer rumours: Zaha, Costa, Ramos, Calhanoglu, Isco, Rice

Wilfried Zaha linked with Italian move, Diego Costa could move to Arsenal, Sergio Ramos tipped for Mourinho reunion and more.

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Frank Lampard: Chelsea situation ‘could turn ugly’, says Chris Sutton

How much pressure is Frank Lampard under at Chelsea after a run of four points from five games?

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League One: Seven of Tuesday's 12 games off because of Covid-19

Doncaster Rovers postpone Tuesday's League One game against Fleetwood Town - the seventh out of 12 that evening to be called off because of Covid-19.

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Gabriel: Arsenal's Brazilian defender tests positive for coronavirus

Arsenal announce that Brazilian defender Gabriel, who is self-isolating, has tested positive for coronavirus.

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Chelsea 1-1 Aston Villa: Frank Lampard says team 'deserved to win'

Chelsea head coach Frank Lampard says he is "disappointed" with a 1-1 draw against Aston Villa but that his term "deserved to win".

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Chelsea 1-1 Aston Villa: Anwar El Ghazi rescues point for visitors

Anwar El Ghazi scores his fifth goal in as many games as Aston Villa come from behind to earn a point against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

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Scottish Cup: Hearts to face Camelon or Brora Rangers in second round

Hearts will play Camelon or Brora Rangers and Morton will meet Dunfermline in the second round of the Scottish Cup.

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Chelsea 1-1 Aston Villa: Dean Smith pleased by side's character

Aston Villa manager Dean Smith says he was pleased by his side's character to come back after conceding in the first half to secure a point in their 1-1 draw against Chelsea in the Premier League.

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Crystal Palace 1-1 Leicester City: Roy Hodgson 'dumbfounded' by Eagles' first-half display

Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson says he was "dumbfounded" by how passive his side were in the first half of their 1-1 draw with Leicester City in the Premier League.

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Crystal Palace 1-1 Leicester City: Brendan Rodgers 'frustrated' with draw

Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers praises his side's "reaction" after coming back from 1-0 down to draw with Crystal Palace, but says he is "frustrated" with the final result.

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Crystal Palace 1-1 Leicester City: Harvey Barnes rescues point for visitors

Harvey Barnes cancels out Wilfried Zaha's opener as in-form Leicester are held to a draw by Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.

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Everton v Man City: Premier League fixture postponed after visitors report coronavirus cases

Manchester City's Premier League match at Everton on Monday is postponed after the visitors return a number of positive coronavirus tests.

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Clocks, bridies & Jim McLean's pyjamas - Dundee Utd's 1983 title win

Jim McLean's crowning glory as Dundee United manager was winning the club's sole Scottish top-flight title in 1983. Those involved that day share their memories.

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Ross County: What is going wrong at the Scottish Premiership's bottom club?

With Ross County sitting at the bottom of the Scottish Premiership, BBC Sport Scotland looks into their issues.

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Edinson Cavani: Manchester United want to extend striker's contract

Manchester United are already looking to extend Edinson Cavani's contract, says manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says he feels responsible for the club's poor form

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says the club's recent run of poor form has been "draining, frustrating and painful".

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Semi Ajayi: From Dartford to West Brom and the Premier League

Sam Allardyce places a solid defence at the heart of his gameplan, which means the form of centre-back Semi Ajayi must be a big plus for the new West Brom boss.

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Lionel Messi: Argentine striker has not broken Pele's goalscoring record, say Santos

Pele's former club publish detailed breakdown of why the Brazil legend, and not Lionel Messi, still holds one-club goalscoring record.

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Lionel Messi: Barcelona striker wants to play in US

Barcelona forward Lionel Messi says he wants to "experience life and the league" in the United States.

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European football's alternative 2020 awards: Serge Gnabry, Pepe Reina & Kevin Lasagna

It's not all about scoring goals. Opta's Duncan Alexander looks at some less-celebrated players who deserve recognition.

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Match of the Day 2 analysis: How West Brom stopped champions Liverpool

Match of the Day 2 pundits Stephen Warnock and Leon Osman look at how Sam Allardyce's West Brom stopped champions Liverpool in their 1-1 Premier League draw at Anfield.

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Transfer rumours: Ozil, Alaba, Lamptey, Wijnaldum, Rice, Capoue

Juventus offered Ozil on loan, Manchester United pull out of Alaba race, Arsenal interested in Brighton's Lamptey and more.

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West Ham 2-2 Brighton & Hove Albion: We need to keep fighting and stick together - Graham Potter

Brighton & Hove Albion manager Graham Potter says his side need to "keep fighting" in order to achieve results with only one one win their last 14 matches.

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Liverpool 1-1 West Bromwich Albion: Semi Ajayi scores dramatic late equaliser

Semi Ajayi scores a dramatic late equaliser against leaders Liverpool to earn struggling West Brom their first point since Sam Allardyce took charge.

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West Ham 2-2 Brighton: David Moyes wants clarity on handball rule after Lewis Dunk goal

West Ham manager David Moyes asks for clarity from the Premier League after Lewis Dunk's controversial goal in the 2-2 draw with Brighton.

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Christian Gross: Schalke appoint former Spurs boss Christian Gross as new coach

Bundesliga's bottom side Schalke hire former Tottenham boss Christian Gross to become their fourth coach of a miserable season so far.

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Derby win will secure title, says former Rangers winger Peter Lovenkrands

Rangers will win the title if they beat Celtic next weekend, believes Peter Lovenkrands, but the former Ibrox winger knows from painful experience that football can often surprise.

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West Ham United 2-2 Brighton & Hove Albion: David Moyes praises West Ham's 'resilience'

West Ham United manager David Moyes praises his teams "resilience" after he describes their first-half performance as "poor" in a 2-2 draw against Brighton & Hove Albion at the London stadium.

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Scotland: Who could replace Shelley Kerr as manager?

BBC Scotland assesses the possible candidates to replace Shelley Kerr as Scotland manager.

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West Ham 2-2 Brighton: Tomas Soucek goal earns Hammers point

Tomas Soucek scores a late equaliser as West Ham come from behind to rescue a point against struggling Brighton.

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Jim McLean: 'When he barked, you jumped' - one of Scotland's best

Jim McLean was fearsome, a master motivator and a quite brilliant manager, recall former Dundee United stars Maurice Malpas and Hamish McAlpine.

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Leeds United 1-0 Burnley: Referee had a 'massive impact' on the game - Sean Dyche

Burnley boss Sean Dyche says the referee had a "massive impact" on the game but "we've got to focus on our part" after suffering a 1-0 defeat to Leeds United at Elland Road.

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Leeds United 1-0 Burnley: Whites defended with character - Marcelo Bielsa

Leeds United manager Marco Bielsa says his side showed 'character' in how they protected a 1-0 result against Burnley.

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Leeds United 1-0 Burnley: Patrick Bamford hits an early winner from the spot

Leeds bounce back from their heavy defeat at Old Trafford with a hard-earned victory over Burnley at Elland Road.

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Sergio Aguero: Man City manager Pep Guardiola to protect striker after injury

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola still intends to protect Sergio Aguero after the striker returned from injury.

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Raul Jimenez: Wolves striker to make Molineux return to watch Tottenham game

Wolves striker Raul Jimenez will return to Molineux on Sunday to watch his side take on Tottenham Hotspur.

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Newcastle United 'mass hysteria' is 'unfair', says manager Steve Bruce

Newcastle United manager Steve Bruce says some of the "mass hysteria" around his side after a "bad week" is "unjust and unfair".

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Sunderland Covid-19 outbreak: Fourth game is postponed amid "volume" of cases

Sunderland's League One game at Accrington on Tuesday is called off, as a Covid-19 outbreak continues to affect the squad.

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Football quiz: What can you remember about football in 2020?

It's been a strange year for football, but what can you remember about the game in 2020?

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Match of the Day analysis: Arsenal made Chelsea look ordinary - Shearer

Match of the Day pundit Alan Shearer praises Arsenal saying they made Chelsea "look very, very ordinary" during their 3-1 Premier League win at the Emirates.

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Match of the Day analysis: Shearer praise for Edison Cavani & Jamie Vardy

Match of the Day pundit Alan Shearer praises the forward play of the "magnificent" Edison Cavani of Manchester United and Leicester's "superb" Jamie Vardy.

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Arsenal 3-1 Chelsea: Perfect Boxing Day or lazy afternoon?

Mikel Arteta hails Arsenal's win as 'a special day' but Frank Lampard calls his team 'lazy' after Chelsea's 3-1 defeat.

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'Embarrassed' Sheffield United set unwanted records with Everton defeat

Sheffield United are "embarrassed" to be bottom of the Premier League and without a win, says midfielder Ben Osborn.

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Manchester City 2-0 Newcastle: City were in control and played really well - Pep Guardiola

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says his side "were in control and played really well" in 2-0 victory against Newcastle.

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Manchester City 2-0 Newcastle: Steve Bruce praises Newcastle 'attitude' after being 'beaten by the better team'

Newcastle United manager Steve Bruce praises his sides 'attitude' after dealing with recent difficulties with illness and that they were 'beaten by the better team' against Manchester City.

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Cardiff City 2-3 Brentford: Canos' treble wins it for Bees

Brentford continue their superb recent form to make it 15 games unbeaten in all competitions, as Sergi Canos' hat-trick sees them come from behind to win.

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Dundee Utd 1-1 Motherwell: Clark finds late leveller at Tannadice

Dundee United substitute Nicky Clark snatches a stoppage-time equaliser at Tannadice as Motherwell pay for not tucking away their chances.

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Gabriel: Arsenal defender out for three games after Covid contact

Arsenal defender Gabriel will miss the club's next three matches as he isolates following close contact with a Covid carrier.

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Aston Villa 3-0 Crystal Palace: 'Tremendous' Villa delight Smith

Aston Villa manager Dean Smith delights in a "tremendous" 3-0 Premier League win over Crystal Palace at Villa Park achieved despite having Tyrone Mings sent off in the first half.

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Fulham 0-0 Southampton: 'Scott's internet held up' - Stuart Gray on Parker managing remotely

Fulham assistant manager Stuart Gray explains how Scott Parker was able to manage the team against Southampton while self-isolating at home

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Aston Villa 3-0 Crystal Palace: Hodgson unhappy as Palace thrashed by 10-man Villa

Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson admits he has "no real positive thoughts" after watching his side "deservedly lose" 3-0 at Aston Villa, despite the hosts playing more than half the game with ten players.

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Fulham 0-0 Southampton: Clean sheet important after key injuries - Ralph Hasenhuttl

Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl sees his side's 0-0 draw at Fulham as a positive result in the absence of key players such as Danny Ings and Jannik Vestergaard.

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Aston Villa 3-0 Crystal Palace: Tyrone Mings sent off in home win

Aston Villa's run of good form continues as they beat Crystal Palace despite playing for more than 45 minutes with 10 men after Tyrone Mings' sending off.

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Aberdeen up to third in league win 2-1 win over St Johnstone

Aberdeen move above Hibernian into third place in the Scottish Premiership after coming from behind to beat St Johnstone.

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Fulham 0-0 Southampton: Hard-fought contest ends in stalemate

Fulham and Southampton play out a goalless draw in a hard-fought Premier League encounter at Craven Cottage.

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Leicester City 2-2 Manchester United: Brendan Rodgers praises Foxes' mentality

Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers praises his side's "mentality" as they come from behind twice in their 2-2 Premier League draw with Manchester United.

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Leicester City 2-2 Manchester United: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer praises 'lively' Marcus Rashford

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer praises Marcus Rashford after the forward scored his 50th Premier League goal in a 2-2 draw at Leicester City

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Leicester City 2-2 Manchester United: Foxes earn a late point

Leicester twice come from behind to deny Manchester United a record-equalling 11th straight away win in the Premier League.

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Rangers 1-0 Hibernian: Ianis Hagi strike clinches 12th league win in a row

Rangers' relentless quest for the Scottish Premiership title carried on with a tight win over Hibernian at Ibrox.

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Covid-19: Doncaster v Accrington, Blackpool v Rochdale and King's Lynn v Notts County off

The Boxing Day games between Blackpool and Rochdale, Doncaster and Accrington and King's Lynn and Notts County are postponed.

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Scottish Premiership: 3-0 wins 'suspended' after St Mirren & Kilmarnock appeals

The 3-0 victories awarded after Covid-19 regulation breaches by St Mirren and Kilmarnock have been "suspended pending the outcome of appeals".

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The Boxing Day game that changed women’s football

Women footballers mark the day, 100 years ago, when the sport hit new heights.

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Mikel Arteta says Arsenal's next three fixtures could define their season

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says the next seven days will be crucial for the Gunners if they are to avoid a relegation battle.

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Eberechi Eze: Earning respect in London's 'cages' and being guided by Wilfried Zaha

Crystal Palace midfielder Eberechi Eze tells BBC Sport about earning respect on London's 'cage football' scene and the help he has received from team-mate Wilfried Zaha.

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Wolves v Tottenham: Wolves block players from supermarkets

Wolves have blocked their players from visiting supermarkets in a bid to reduce chances of catching coronavirus.

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Boxing Day Premier League football quiz: The 12 games of Christmas

How much you can you remember about these classic Premier League matches on 26 December?

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Transfer rumours: Messi, Pochettino, Haaland, Alli, Ozil, Edouard

Mauricio Pochettino wants Lionel Messi at PSG, Chelsea join race for Erling Braut Haaland, Mesut Ozil holds Fenerbahce talks, plus more.

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Premier League: Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze says it is a "great privilege' to play with Wilfried Zaha

Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze says it is a "great privilege" to play with team-mate Wilfried Zaha and explains how the Ivory Coast international has taken him "under his wing".

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FC Santa Claus manager on running a football club in Lapland: 'I've never been so happy in my life'

Ralf Wunderlich has taken charge at Finnish club FC Santa Claus - and may just have the most famous 'boss' in world football.

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Manchester City: Gabriel Jesus & Kyle Walker test positive for Covid

Manchester City striker Gabriel Jesus and defender Kyle Walker - along with two members of staff - test positive for Covid-19.

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Baccara's Maria Mendiola wishes Scotland fans a Merry Christmas & happy 2021

Baccara's 'Yes, sir I can Boogie' became a cult hit in the wake of Scotland's qualification for the European Championship and singer Maria Mendiola has sent BBC Scotland a festive greeting for the Tartan Army.

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Football on film - the good, the bad and the ugly

Football is notoriously hard to get right in films, but when it does it can be glorious. BBC Sport takes a look at the beautiful game on the big screen.

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Fantasy football tips: The best picks of the festive season

BBC Radio 5 Live's Alistair Bruce-Ball gives his fantasy football tips for gameweeks 15 and 16 and asks: Should you be planning for the new year?

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Premier League festive predictions: Lawro v singer and Manchester United fan Rick Astley

Mark Lawrenson takes on singer and Manchester United fan Rick Astley to make predictions for the festive Premier League fixtures.

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Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp plays down concerns over Mohamed Salah

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp plays down speculation forward Mohamed Salah is unhappy at the club.

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Leeds United boss Marcelo Bielsa says questions about his team's style are 'destabilising'

Leeds boss Marcelo Bielsa says some sections of the media are trying to "destabilise" his players by asking them if he should change their style.

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Fulham v Southampton: Scott Parker to miss game after Covid-19 self-isolation

Fulham boss Scott Parker will not take charge of the game with Southampton after someone in his household tests positive for Covid-19.

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Thomas Tuchel: Paris St-Germain sack manager after two-and-a-half years in charge

Paris St-Germain sack manager Thomas Tuchel, hours after he led them to a 4-0 win against Strasbourg.

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Scotland: Shelley Kerr steps down as head coach of national side

Scotland head coach Shelley Kerr steps down from her role with the national side, the Scottish FA confirms.

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Jose Mourinho: Dele Alli created problem for his own team

Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho says England international Dele Alli "caused a problem for his own team" by giving away possession before opponents Stoke equalised during Spurs' 3-1 Carabao Cup quarter-final win.

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Ross Barkley: 'A natural talent & comparisons to Ballack' - is it now or never for midfielder?

Will Ross Barkley, 'one of English football's great natural talents of the last decade', finally fulfil his potential at Aston Villa?

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Ryan Mason: Heading in football might not exist in 10-15 years

Heading might not exist in football in 10 to 15 years time because of the risks involved, former Tottenham and Hull midfielder Ryan Mason says.

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Aston Villa v Crystal Palace: Jack Grealish v Wilfried Zaha best bits as they go head-to-head on BBC Sport

Check out some of Jack Grealish and Wilfried Zaha's best goals and skills before their clash on TV on Saturday.

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Highlights: St Johnstone 0-3 Rangers

Rangers ease past St Johnstone in Perth to make it 11 successive Scottish Premiership victories and maintain their 16-point lead at the top.

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Boca Juniors reach Copa Libertadores semi-finals - highlights

Watch highlights as Boca Juniors beat Racing 2-1 on aggregate in the quarter-finals of the Copa Libertadores.

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Quiz: Can you name the festive football stars?

These 10 football players and managers all have names fit for the festive season - so how many Christmas crackers can you name?

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Pablo Zabaleta surprises lifelong Man City fan after a difficult year

Former Manchester City defender Pablo Zabaleta, a two-time Premier League winner, surprises a 79-year-old fan who thinks he's doing an interview with a journalist.

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Highlights: Celtic 2-0 Ross County

A goal in each half from David Turnbull and Leigh Griffiths give Celtic a comfortable victory over bottom-of-the-league Ross County.

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Highlights: Hibernian 1-0 St Mirren

A lovely strike from Kevin Nisbet is enough to lift Hibernian into third place in the Premiership for Christmas as St Mirren's good run comes to an end.

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Highlights: Dundee United 2-0 Kilmarnock

Watch highlights as strikers Marc McNulty and Lawrence Shankland fired Dundee United to victory against Kilmarnock.

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Highlights: Motherwell 0-0 Aberdeen

Watch highlights of Motherwell's goalless draw with Aberdeen in the Scottish Premiership.

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Highlights: Hamilton Academical 0-2 Livingston

Watch highlights as Livingston ease aside Hamilton Academical in the Scottish Premiership for a fifth straight win under new boss David Martindale.

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Stephanie Frappart on being first woman to referee a men's Champions League game

At the beginning of December, Stephanie Frappart made football history. But she pays no attention to the impact her feat has had.

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Highlights: Porto beat Benfica in Portuguese Super Cup

Watch highlights as Porto beat Benfica 2-0 to win their 22nd Portuguese Super Cup.

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PSG 4-0 Strasbourg: Timothee Pembele scores first goal for Parisians in comfortable win

Paris St-Germain beat Strasbourg comfortably as Timothee Pembele scored first goal for the club.

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Yves Bissouma: No approaches for midfielder says Brighton boss Graham Potter

Brighton boss Graham Potter says the club have not received any approaches for midfielder Yves Bissouma.

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Transfer rumours: Haaland, Vinicius Jr, Mustafi, Jones, Rudiger

Chelsea and Man City to battle for Erling Braut Haaland, Liverpool move for Real Madrid defender, Antonio Rudiger heading to PSG, plus more.

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Real Madrid 2-0 Granada: Casemiro and Karim Benzema goals take Real level with Atletico

Goals from Casemiro and Karim Benzema give Real Madrid a win over Granada and take Real level on points with La Liga leaders Atletico Madrid.

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Dele Alli: Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho angry with England midfielder

Jose Mourinho accuses Dele Alli of "creating problems for his own team" in Tottenham's Carabao Cup quarter-final win over Stoke.

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Motherwell 0-0 Aberdeen: visitors drop to fourth after stalemate

Aberdeen slipped to fourth in the Scottish Premiership as they were held to a frustrating goalless draw by Motherwell.

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Hamilton Academical 0-2 Livingston: Guthrie & Mullin earn comfortable win

Livingston extend winning run under newly-appointed head coach David Martindale to five games after securing a comfortable Scottish Premiership victory at Hamilton Academical.

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Rangers beat St Johnstone 3-0 to maintain 16-point lead at top

Rangers maintain their 16-point advantage at the top of the Scottish Premiership with an 11th straight league win at St Johnstone.

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Celtic 2-0 Ross County: Griffiths on target in comfortable win

Leigh Griffiths scores on his first league start of the season as Celtic ease to victory over Ross County.

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Christian Eriksen: Inter Milan midfielder set to leave in January

Christian Eriksen is set to leave Inter Milan next month after failing to make an impact at the San Siro.

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Diego Maradona: Autopsy reveals no drink or illegal drugs at time of Argentina legend's death

Diego Maradona's autopsy reveals that the Argentina legend had no signs of alcohol or narcotics consumption at the time of his death.

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West Brom boss Sam Allardyce says Arsenal are a relegation rival

West Bromwich Albion boss Sam Allardyce says he considers Arsenal a relegation rival in the Premier League.

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Olli Harder: West Ham appoint New Zealander to take over WSL side

West Ham United appoint former Norway Under-23s coach Olli Harder as their new manager.

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Nuno Espirito Santo: Wolves boss won't apologise for Lee Mason comments

Wolves manager Nuno Espirito Santo refuses to apologise for his criticism of referee Lee Mason following his side's defeat at Burnley.

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Kieran Trippier suspended for 10 weeks over breaches of betting rules

England's Kieran Trippier is given a 10-week worldwide football ban and fined £70,000 after a Football Association panel found he broke betting rules.

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Cambridge United ban some fans who jeered players taking knee

Cambridge United ban some of the fans who booed players taking the knee before their game against Colchester on 15 December.

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Football and dementia: Group of ex-players and politicians call for urgent review

A group of former footballers and politicians call for a review into the possible link between heading and diseases such as dementia.

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Portsmouth: League One side postpones next two games after Covid-19 cases

Portsmouth's next two games against Swindon and Bristol Rovers are suspended after positive Covid-19 tests at the League One club.

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Covid-19: Rotherham call off Middlesbrough game after more positive tests

Rotherham United's Championship fixture against Middlesbrough on Boxing Day is postponed after more positive Covid-19 tests.

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Chelsea's Jude Soonsup-Bell takes on BBC Sport's Wonderkids challenge

Jude Soonsup-Bell is a highly rated 16-year-old striker at Chelsea - but can he make his mark in our Wonderkids challenge?

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Ian Holloway: Grimsby Town manager quits amid talk of potential club takeover

Ian Holloway quits as Grimsby Town manager amid talks of a potential takeover of the League Two club

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Songs, banners & away trips: How women's football fans have grown

Banners, songbooks and full coaches for away games - how women's football fans have developed over recent seasons.

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Mikel Arteta: Pep Guardiola urges Arsenal to keep faith with boss

Pep Guardiola says it will be a "big mistake" if Arsenal sack boss Mikel Arteta after Manchester City's 4-1 win over the Gunners in the Carabao Cup.

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Steve Bruce: Newcastle boss 'accepts criticism' after Brentford defeat

Newcastle boss Steve Bruce says he is "frustrated, disappointed and bitterly upset" after their EFL Cup quarter-final loss to Brentford.

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Portuguese Super Cup: Porto v Benfica to be shown live on BBC

The Portuguese Super Cup between double winners Porto and Benfica will be shown live on the BBC on Wednesday.

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Lionel Messi: Barcelona striker breaks Pele scoring record in win over Real Valladolid

Lionel Messi scores his 644th goal for Barcelona during his side's win over Real Valladolid to break Pele's record of the most goals for one club.

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Transfer rumours: Grealish, Alaba, Eriksen, Salah, Tarkowski

Liverpool join the race for Jack Grealish, Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea chase David Alaba, plus more.

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Juventus 0-3 Fiorentina: Juan Cuadrado sent off as 10-man Juve are humbled at home

Juan Cuadrado is sent off and Cristiano Ronaldo has a goal disallowed as 10-man Juventus are humbled at home by Fiorentina.

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Stoke City v Tottenham Hotspur: Jose Mourinho plans to field a mixed side in Carabao Cup tie

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's EFL Cup game between Stoke City and Tottenham Hotspur.

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Real Sociedad 0-2 Atletico Madrid: Visitors move three points clear at top of La Liga

Atletico Madrid score twice in the second half to move three points clear at the top of La Liga with victory at Real Sociedad.

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Burnley takeover: Mohamed El Kashashy and Chris Farnell pull out of potential deal

Egyptian businessman Mohamed El Kashashy and solicitor Chris Farnell pull out of a potential deal to buy Premier League club Burnley.

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Napoli appeal over point deduction upheld by Italian Olympic Committee

Napoli win an appeal at the Italian Olympic Committee (CONI) over a point deduction for missing their Serie A fixture at Juventus.

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Everton v Manchester United: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Man Utd 'desperate' to win a trophy

Manchester United are "desperate to get our hands on a trophy", says boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer before their EFL Cup quarter-final at Everton.

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Joachim Andersen: Fulham defender's one-match ban overturned

Fulham defender Joachim Andersen's red card picked up in their draw at Newcastle United on Saturday is rescinded on appeal.

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Willie Kirk: Everton manager signs new two-and-a-half-year deal with WSL club

Manager Willie Kirk signs a new two-and-a-half-year contract at Women's Super League side Everton.

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Premier League Christmas fixtures: How to follow on TV

The BBC will show a live game on 26 December for the first time. How can you follow all the festive action?

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Neil Lennon: Celtic must find consistency to close 'big gap' on Rangers

Manager Neil Lennon admits Celtic "have a big gap to close" if they are to catch Premiership leaders Rangers but insists the task is "not insurmountable whatsoever".

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Nuno Espirito Santo: The FA contacts Wolves boss over criticism of referee Lee Mason

The Football Association contacts Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo to ask him to explain his comments criticising referee Lee Mason.

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Ipswich Town: Physio suggests football 'may need circuit breaker' to deal with new coronavirus variant

The new strain of coronavirus may mean that football in England might have to take an enforced break, according to Ipswich Town physio Matt Byard.

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Manchester United expect to complete Amad Diallo deal in January

Manchester United are confident they will be cleared to complete the £19m signing of teenage winger Amad Diallo in January.

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Sepp Blatter: Fifa lodges criminal complaint against former president

Former Fifa president Sepp Blatter is accused of financial impropriety in relation to the Fifa museum project in Switzerland.

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Jefferson Lerma: Bournemouth midfielder charged with biting offence v Sheffield Wednesday

Bournemouth's Colombia midfielder Jefferson Lerma is charged with a biting offence against Sheffield Wednesday last month.

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John Hartson: Former striker says Celtic need 'miracle' to win title

Celtic need a "miracle" to secure a 10th consecutive title despite their "outstanding" quadruple treble feat, says former striker John Hartson.

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Christmas 2020: Eleven unusual presents for football fans

Need some last-minute inspiration on gifts for the football fan in your life? We've pulled together some of the more obscure things you can buy.

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Tottenham: Why Harry Kane is the ultimate team player

Alan Shearer still sees Harry Kane as a goalscorer, but says it shows how good the England captain is that he is also a creator and defender for Tottenham.

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Burnley 2-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers: Ashley Barnes and Chris Wood on target

Ashley Barnes scores his first goal in more than a year as Burnley beat Wolves to move clear of the Premier League relegation zone.

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Marcus Thuram: Borussia Monchengladbach forward gets six-game ban for spitting

Borussia Monchengladbach's France forward Marcus Thuram is suspended for six matches for spitting in the face of an opponent.

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Marcus Rashford: Feeding Britain's Children - inside his campaign to tackle child hunger

In a new film, Marcus Rashford: Feeding Britain's Children, the BBC goes behind the scenes of the footballer's free school meals campaign.

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Ipswich Town call off two League One games after Covid-19 outbreak

Ipswich postpone their first two Christmas games - against Northampton and AFC Wimbledon - following a Covid-19 outbreak at the club.

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Carabao Cup: Wembley final moved from February to April so more fans can attend

This season’s Carabao Cup final is rescheduled and will now take place in April in the hope that more fans will be able to attend.

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Wales to host Mexico in March friendly match at Cardiff City Stadium

Wales will play an international friendly match against Mexico at Cardiff City Stadium on Saturday, 27 March 2021.

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Alex Morgan: USA forward 'grateful' after Tottenham Hotspur stint ends

USA international Alex Morgan thanks players, staff and fans at Tottenham for their support, as she prepares to return to Orlando Pride.

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Barcelona: Lionel Messi says he had 'very bad time' in summer

Lionel Messi says his failed attempt to leave Barcelona in the summer has affected his form this season.

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Millwall: Games with Bournemouth and Watford off after Covid-19 outbreak

Millwall's next two Championship fixtures against Bournemouth and Watford are postponed after an outbreak of Covid-19.

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Carlton Cole: Black coaches have to be ready as the world is changing

Former Chelsea and West Ham striker Carlton Cole says now is the best time for aspiring black coaches to find work as "the world is changing".

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Newcastle: Allan Saint-Maximin & Jamaal Lascelles suffering from Covid-19

Newcastle's Allan Saint-Maximin and Jamaal Lascelles are suffering from the long-term effects of coronavirus and it is not known when they will return.

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Top football tweets: Manchester United men and women score six

Top football tweets from the weekend, including big scores for Liverpool and the Manchester United men's and women's teams, plus some top trolling at BBC Sports Personality of The Year.

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Mikel Arteta: Arsenal manager not thinking of walking away from job

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says he has no plans to walk away from his job and feels he has the support of the club.

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Mana Iwabuchi: Aston Villa sign Japan captain from INAC Kobe Leonessa

Aston Villa sign Japan captain Mana Iwabuchi, who will join the Women's Super League club in January.

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Ross County appoint John Hughes as manager

John Hughes is appointed manager of Ross County following Stuart Kettlewell's sacking.

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Neil Lennon: Celtic manager's 'stick' is 'really uncalled for' - Martin O'Neill

Recent criticism of Celtic manager Neil Lennon has been "really uncalled for", according to his former Parkhead boss Martin O'Neill.

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Celtic: The numbers behind the quadruple treble

From Cliftonhill to Firhill, and from Toure to Turnbull, these are the numbers behind Celtic's historic quadruple treble.

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Nobby Stiles: 'No doubt' heading caused ex-footballer's death, says son John

Heading balls "no doubt" contributed to Nobby Stiles' death, says his son, following a post-mortem of the former player's brain.

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Man Utd 6-2 Leeds: Confidence, momentum, quality - why Man Utd are title contenders again - Micah Richards

MOTD2 pundit Micah Richards says Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer deserves more credit than he gets for his side's resurgence.

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Sam Allardyce: How big is the task facing the new West Brom manager?

West Brom were thumped 3-0 at home by West Midlands rivals Aston Villa in Sam Allardyce's first game in charge, so how big is the task facing him at The Hawthorns?

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MOTD 2 anaylsis: Dublin and Richards praise ‘outstanding’ performance from Scott McTominay

Match of the Day 2 pundits Dion Dublin and Micah Richards praise Scott McTominay's "outstanding" performance during Manchester United's 6-2 victory against Leeds United.

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Transfer gossip: Bissouma, Giroud, Salah, Mbappe, Alaba

Manchester United join race for Yves Bissouma, Marseille want Giroud and Bayern prepare for Alaba exit, plus more.

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Highlights: Kilmarnock 0-2 Aberdeen

Aberdeen move up to third in the Scottish Premiership after they inflict Kilmarnock's sixth defeat in seven games. (UK only)

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Women's Super League: Leah Galton and Tobin Heath score brilliant goals as Man Utd beat Bristol City

Leah Galton and Tobin Heath scored two long-range stunners in Manchester United's 6-1 win against Bristol City - but who did it better?

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Women's Super League: Arsenal 4-0 Everton highlights

Watch highlights as Arsenal move up to second in the Women's Super League with a comfortable 4-0 win over Everton.

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Women's Super League: Man Utd 6-1 Bristol City highlights

Watch highlights as Man Utd opened up a four-point gap at the top of the Women's Super League with 6-1 thrashing over bottom side Bristol City.

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Watch: 'They're claiming it's over the line' - Hearts level in Scottish Cup final

Stephen Kingsley's header crosses the line to pull Hearts level with Celtic in the Scottish Cup final at Hampden.

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'It's as nonchalant as you like' - Edouard's Panenka penalty doubles Celtic' lead

Striker Odsonne Edouard shows nerves of steel to double Celtic's lead at Hampden against Heart of Midlothian.

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Scottish Cup final: Hearts striker Liam Boyce scores just after the break to give his side hope at Hampden

Hearts striker Liam Boyce scores just after the break to give his side hope at Hampden.

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Brighton 1-1 Sheffield United: Seagulls failed to make extra man count - Graham Potter

Brighton boss Graham Potter says they should have made their numerical advantage count, after playing more than half of their 1-1 draw with Sheffield United against 10 men.

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Brighton 1-1 Sheffield United: Draw is a small step for Blades - Chris Wilder

Manager Chris Wilder says Sheffield United's 1-1 draw at Brighton is a "small step" to build on, after they gained only their second Premier League point of the season.

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Brighton & Hove Albion 1-1 Sheffield United: Danny Welbeck saves late point against 10 men

Danny Welbeck rescues a draw for Brighton as Sheffield United survive relentless pressure to claim only their second point of the season.

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Jabo Ibehre: Ex-Cambridge striker 'almost lost leg' after opponent's teeth lodged in his knee

Former Cambridge United striker Jabo Ibehre could have lost his leg after an opponent's teeth were lodged in his knee.

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Kilmarnock 0-2 Aberdeen: Hedges & Cosgrove send visitors third

Aberdeen power to victory over 10-man Kilmarnock to overtake Hibernian in third place in the Scottish Premiership.

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WSL: Leah Galton scores for Man Utd with superb strike against Bristol City

Leah Galton scores with a superb long-range strike to gibve Manchester United the lead against Bristol City in the Women's Super League.

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WSL: Birmingham's match against Man City falls victim to weather

Sunday's WSL game between Birmingham City and Manchester City is postponed because of a waterlogged pitch.

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Advent calendar: Day 20 - Leicester City's Jamie Vardy scores his 100th Premier League goal

Day 20 of BBC Sport's advent calendar looks back on the moment Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy became the 29th player to score 100 Premier League goals.

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Man Utd v Leeds: ‘We don’t like each other’ - Man Utd & Leeds fans on fierce rivalry

Manchester United and Leeds fans explain their fierce rivalry ahead of the first meeting between the two clubs in the Premier League for 16 years.

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Hearts: From top of league to second cup final, via relegation & courts

Can Hearts emerge from one of the most turbulent spells in their history to deny Celtic the quadruple treble in Sunday's Scottish Cup final?

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Marcus Thuram: Borussia Monchengladbach forward apologises for spitting at face of opponent

Borussia Monchengladbach's Marcus Thuram apologises after being sent off for spitting at the face of Hoffenheim's Stefan Posch during Saturday's 2-1 defeat.

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MOTD analysis: Alan Shearer 'would not be so sure' Arsenal survive the season

Match of the Day pundit Alan Shearer tells Gary Lineker and Jermaine Jeans that he "would not be so sure" about Arsenal's chances of staying in the Premier League this season.

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Alan Shearer would 'not be so sure' about Arsenal staying in Premier League

Former England captain Alan Shearer says he would "not be so sure" about Arsenal surviving in the Premier League at the end of the season.

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Sam Allardyce: New West Brom manager considered health risks of management return

New West Brom boss Sam Allardyce says he did consider the health risks of returning to top-flight management.

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Transfer gossip: Messi, Salah, James, Mbappe, Depay, Gray, Bissouma, Giroud

Man City and PSG ready to bid for Messi, James resists loan move, Barcelona to pay £4.5m for Depay, plus more.

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Newcastle United 1-1 Fulham: Steve Bruce says Magpies have to perform better

Newcastle United boss Steve Bruce says his side have “got to perform better” following a “difficult week” after their 1-1 draw against Fulham.

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Newcastle 1-1 Fulham: Scott Parker says VAR still making wrong decisions

Fulham manager Scott Parker is worried that VAR is “still making wrong decisions” after Callum Wilson’s penalty during their 1-1 draw at Newcastle.

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Ched Evans: Fleetwood Town boss Joey Barton says striker to leave over 'discipline'

Wales international Ched Evans is leaving Fleetwood because of "discipline and behaviour" issues, says boss Joey Barton.

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Bayer Leverkusen 1-2 Bayern Munich: Lewandowski scores late winner

Robert Lewandowski scores twice as Bayern Munich come from behind to beat Bayer Leverkusen and go top of the Bundesliga.

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Liverpool: The Christmas leaders who bounced back from humiliation

When Liverpool lost 7-2 to Aston Villa in October, their title credentials were questioned - but few doubts remained after they scored seven themselves at Crystal Palace on Saturday.

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Southampton 0-1 Man City: Danny suffers hamstring injury after playing despite 'risk'

Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuttl says it was a "risk" to play Danny Ings after he suffers a hamstring injury in the 1-0 defeat by Manchester City.

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Ross County: Stuart Kettlewell sacked as manager after defeat by Hamilton Academical

Stuart Kettlewell is "relieved of his duties" as Ross County manager following their 2-0 home defeat by Hamilton Academical.

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Southampton 0-1 Man City: Pep Guardiola praises City defending

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola praises his side's defensive display after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over in-form Southampton at St Mary's.

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Southampton 0-1 Man City: Ralph Hasenhuttl 'very proud' of Saints

Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl says he is "proud" of his team despite their 1-0 defeat by Manchester City in the Premier League.

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Rangers extend lead to 16 points after comeback against Motherwell

Rangers come from behind against Motherwell to secure a win that stretches their lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership to 16 points.

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Southampton 0-1 Manchester City: Raheem Sterling winner for Pep Guardiola's side

Manchester City return to winning ways in the Premier League and close in on the top four with a hard-fought victory over Southampton at St Mary's.

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Lionel Messi equals Pele goalscoring record with 643rd goal for Barcelona

Lionel Messi scores his 643rd goal for Barcelona - equalling Pele's record for goals for a single club.

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Crystal Palace 0-7 Liverpool: Worst scoreline that we’ve experienced - Roy Hodgson

Manager Roy Hodgson says Crystal Palace's 7-0 home defeat by Liverpool is the worst result that some of his players have experienced in their careers.

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Atletico Madrid 3-1 Elche: Luis Suarez double sends Atletico clear at top

Atletico Madrid go three points clear at the top of the Spanish La Liga table with two games in hand following victory over Elche.

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Crystal Palace 0-7 Liverpool: Outstanding Reds scored wonderful goals - Jurgen Klopp

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says his side were "outstanding" in their 7-0 win at Crystal Palace and scored some "wonderful goals".

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Crystal Palace 0-7 Liverpool: Champions hit seven to go six points clear

Roberto Firmino and Mohamed Salah both score twice as Liverpool hit seven past Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park to go six points clear at the top of the Premier League.

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Chelsea: Positive Covid-19 cases force WSL derby v Tottenham to be postponed

Sunday's WSL derby between Chelsea and Tottenham is postponed because of coronavirus cases in the reigning champions' squad.

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Norwich 2-0 Cardiff: Emiliano Buendia and Todd Cantwell give Championship leaders victory

Championship leaders Norwich City record a fifth successive win as they beat Cardiff City 2-0 at Carrow Road.

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Neymar set to make Paris St-Germain return in January

Paris St-Germain forward Neymar is set to return in January from an ankle injury, the club say.

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Football Focus: Man City's Sergio Aguero recalls 'best moment of his life'

Manchester City's Sergio Aguero remembers scoring the 2012 Premier League-winning goal against QPR, and discusses City's chances of winning the title this season.

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Gabriel Heinze appointed Atlanta United manager on two-year contract

Major League Soccer side Atlanta United appoint former Manchester United defender Gabriel Heinze as manager on a two-year contract.

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FC Santa Claus manager on running a football club in Lapland: 'I've never been so happy in my life'

Ralf Wunderlich has taken charge at Finnish club FC Santa Claus - and may just have the most famous 'boss' in world football.

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Youssoufa Moukoko: Borussia Dortmund striker becomes youngest Bundesliga scorer in 2-1 loss to Union Berlin

Borussia Dortmund's Youssoufa Moukoko becomes the youngest player to score in the Bundesliga in his side's 2-1 loss to Union Berlin.

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Marcus Rashford: Feeding Britain's Children - inside his campaign to tackle child hunger

In a new film, Marcus Rashford: Feeding Britain's Children, the BBC goes behind the scenes of the footballer's free school meals campaign.

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Transfer gossip: Rashford, Pogba, Dybala, Bernardeschi, Khedira, Bissouma

Rashford set for lucrative new deal, Juve offer duo in quest for Man Utd midfielder, plus more.

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Raul Jimenez: Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo says forward 'progressing very well'

Wolves striker Raul Jimenez is "progressing and improving very well" but there is no timescale for his return from a head injury.

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Preston North End 1-0 Bristol City: Daniel Johnson penalty gives Lilywhites victory

Bristol City miss the chance to move into a Championship play-off spot as they fall to a third consecutive defeat at Preston.

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Michail Antonio: West Ham striker signs new contract to 2023

West Ham United forward Michail Antonio signs a new contract that commits him to the Premier League club until 2023.

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Karen Hills: Ex-Tottenham manager on 'end of an era' after 13 years

Ex-Tottenham boss Karen Hills says her departure from the WSL club was "the end of an era" but she is "very proud" of what she achieved in her 13 years.

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Hull City 0-2 Portsmouth: Kenny Jackett's side go top of League One with win

Portsmouth replace Hull City at the top of the League One table with victory - thanks to two own goals - at the KCOM Stadium.

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Football Focus: I don't want to be a relegated manager - Allardyce

Sam Allardyce speaks to Kelly Somers about his return to Premier League football after being appointed West Bromwich Albion manager and says he hopes to help the club avoid relegation this season.

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Robbie Neilson on Hearts return and his hopes of ending 'torrid year' on a high

Robbie Neilson has the chance to win the Scottish Cup as manager and player but tells Tom English he is not all that interested in merely being a quiz question answer.

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Schalke: Bundesliga strugglers sack head coach Manuel Baum after 79 days

Bundesliga strugglers Schalke sack Manuel Baum as head coach after just 79 days in the job.

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Millwall & Colchester United avoid FA action after fans boo players taking knee

Millwall and Colchester United will not face disciplinary action after some supporters booed while players took the knee earlier this month.

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Covid-19: Peterborough United call off three games after positive case

Peterborough United's next three League One fixtures are postponed after a positive Covid-19 case.

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Best Fifa Football Awards 2020: Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp 'didn't expect' best men's coach award

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he didn't expect to be named Best Fifa Men's Coach for 2020.

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Jurgen Klopp criticises Premier League clubs for voting against five substitutes

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is critical of Premier League clubs for voting against the use of five substitutes for a third time.

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'I've got the evidence' - Why Neil Lennon still backs himself as Celtic boss

Neil Lennon has had a difficult start to the season, but the 2019-20 Scottish Cup final comes just at a time when Celtic's results are improving.

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Mikel Arteta: Why Arsenal have 'no doubts' despite worst start in decades

After an impressive start at Arsenal, Mikel Arteta's reign appears to have stalled. So can he fix things and will he be given time?

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Players 'overwhelmingly support' continuing to take a knee, says PFA after consultation

Players are "overwhelmingly in support" of continuing to take the knee, says the Professional Footballers' Association.

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Michael Chopra: Ex-Sunderland striker praises Roy Keane for gambling help

Former Sunderland striker Michael Chopra explains how Roy Keane helped him recover from his gambling addiction.

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Copa Libertadores: Clinical River Plate hit six past Nacional - highlights

Watch highlights as River Plate beat 10-man Nacional 6-2 (8-2 on aggregate) to reach the semi-finals of the Copa Libertadores.

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Marcus Rashford explains his drive to help children in food poverty

Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford reads from his letter to Prime Minister Boris Johnson and explains why he feels he has to fight for children who are living in food poverty.

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Jose Mourinho: Has Tottenham Hotspur manager rediscovered his mojo?

Two years to the day since his top-level managerial career seemed all but over as he left Manchester United, Jose Mourinho has his old spark back, writes BBC Sport's Simon Stone.

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Fantasy football tips: The best longer-term picks and how to get them in your squad

BBC Radio 5 Live's Alistair Bruce-Ball gives his fantasy football tips for gameweek 14 and asks: should you be planning for the new year?

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Advent calendar: Day 18 - 'Save of the season and not by a keeper!' - is this some of 2020's best defending?

Day 18 of BBC Sport's advent calendar features this "incredible" piece of defending by Birmingham defender Harriet Scott in their 1-0 defeat to Chelsea.

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Aston Villa 0-0 Burnley: Dean Smith says Villa had enough chances to win two games

Aston Villa manager Dean Smith says only his side's finishing let them down against Burnley, after Villa missed numerous chances to score and drew 0-0.

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Aston Villa 0-0 Burnley: Clarets trying to get balance right - Sean Dyche

Burnley boss Sean Dyche says his side are doing well defensively, and now need to focus on scoring more goals, after the Clarets drew 0-0 at Aston Villa.

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Best Fifa Football Awards 2020: England's Lucy Bronze wins top prize

Manchester City defender Lucy Bronze becomes the first English player to win women's player of the year at the Best Fifa Football Awards.

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Best Fifa Football Awards 2020: Robert Lewandowski wins best men's player of the year

Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski wins the best men's player at the Best Fifa Football Awards, beating Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo to the top prize.

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Aston Villa 0-0 Burnley: Four home games without a win for Villa

Aston Villa are frustrated by Burnley in entertaining goalless stalemate at Villa Park.

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Best Fifa Football awards 2020: How Robert Lewandowski faced adversity in journey to top

As a teenager it seemed Robert Lewandowski might not even make it as a professional, but now he has been named the world's best male player.

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West Brom: Sam Allardyce 'hungrier than ever' after taking over from Slaven Bilic

New West Brom boss Sam Allardyce says he is eager to get started at The Hawthorns after replacing Slaven Bilic.

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Coronavirus: More sporting events move back behind closed doors

More sporting events in England will not have fans attending from Saturday after a tightening of coronavirus restrictions.

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Russia banned from Tokyo Olympics and 2022 World Cup after Cas ruling

Russia's ban from all major sporting events after a doping scandal is cut to two years by the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

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Premier League approves permanent concussion substitutes

Permanent concussion substitutions could come into effect in the Premier League from January.

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Coronavirus tiers: Which tier is your football club in?

Several clubs will no longer be allowed to welcome fans after moving into England's highest tier of coronavirus restrictions.

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Sheffield Wednesday: Professional Footballers' Association called in over pay issue

The Professional Footballers' Association is called in to offer advice after Sheffield Wednesday failed to pay its players on time.

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West Brom: Slaven Bilic leaves with 'head held high'

Slaven Bilic says he leaves with some "wonderful memories" following his sacking as West Brom manager.

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Edinson Cavani: Man Utd forward charged over Instagram post

Manchester United's Edinson Cavani is charged for a deleted social media post containing a Spanish phrase that is offensive in some contexts.

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Celtic v Hearts: Does the quadruple treble still matter to Neil Lennon's side?

As Celtic prepare to face Hearts in the Scottish Cup semi-final, has their bid for the quadruple treble been pushed into insignificance?

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Best Fifa Football Awards 2020 - who is in the running?

Who is in the running for the best Fifa awards which take place in Zurich on Thursday?

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Son Heung-min stunner for Tottenham against Burnley nominated for Puskas Award

Son Heung-min's spectacular goal against Burnley in 2019 is on the shortlist for the 2020 Fifa Puskas Award.

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Match of the Day analysis: How Roberto Firmino gave Liverpool the edge against Tottenham Hotspur

Match of the Day pundit Danny Murphy analyses Roberto Firmino's pivotal performance in Liverpool's 2-1 win over Tottenham.

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Bundesliga: Robert Lewandowski passes 250-goal mark in German League

Watch highlights as Robert Lewandowski scores twice to pass the 250-goal mark in the Bundesliga as Bayern Munich came from behind to end Wolfsburg's unbeaten start.

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Match of the Day: Slaven Bilic & Sam Allardyce - Micah Richards & Danny Murphy analyse West Brom change

Match of the Day's Micah Richards says West Brom showed Slaven Bilic "no respect" in how they fired him, while Danny Murphy says Sam Allardyce will struggle to keep them up.

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Jose Mourinho criticises Jurgen Klopp's behaviour after Liverpool beat Tottenham 2-1

Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho is annoyed by the touchline behaviour of Liverpool counterpart Jurgen Klopp as Spurs lose at Anfield.

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West Ham 1-1 Crystal Palace: Christian Benteke red card difficult to accept - Roy Hodgson

Roy Hodgson says Christian Benteke's dismissal was difficult to accept after his side managed a 1-1 draw with West Ham despite being down to ten men for the last 20 minutes.

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West Ham 1-1 Crystal Palace: David Moyes disappointed with 'flat' West Ham performance

David Moyes says West Ham's performance was flat despite Sebastien Haller scoring a spectacular overhead kick to earn a point against London rivals Crystal Palace.

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Leicester City 0-2 Everton: Rodgers baffled by overturned penalty

Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers says his side "should have had a penalty" after the decision to award a foul for a tackle on Ayoze Perez was overturned.

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Leicester City 0-2 Everton: Carlo Ancelotti says Richarlison relieved to score after drought

Everton manager Carlo Ancelotti says forward Richarlison was "worried" about his goalscoring form before finding the net in their 2-0 win at Leicester.

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Arsenal 1-1 Southampton: Theo Walcott scores on Emirates return

Arsenal hold out to earn a point against Southampton and end their three-game losing run after Gabriel is sent off.

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Leeds 5-2 Newcastle: Late goals see off Magpies at Elland Road

A dominant Leeds score three late goals against Newcastle as they secure only their second league win in seven games.

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Leicester City 0-2 Everton: Richarlison and Holgate give Toffees the win

Everton score in each half to beat fellow Champions League hopefuls Leicester and move back into the top five of the Premier League.

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Juventus 1-1 Atalanta: Cristiano Ronaldo has penalty saved in draw

Cristiano Ronaldo has a penalty saved as Juventus draw for the sixth time in 12 Serie A games, this time against Atalanta.

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Andres Iniesta: Midfielder sidelined for four months after thigh surgery

Former Barcelona and Spain midfielder Andres Iniesta faces a four-month lay-off after having thigh surgery.

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Sunderland Covid-19 outbreak: Wearsiders postpone next three matches

Sunderland inform the English Football League they must postpone their next three matches after the club's Covid-19 outbreak.

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Sam Allardyce: West Brom appoint former England boss to replace Slaven Bilic

West Brom appoint former England manager Sam Allardyce on an 18-month contract.

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Manchester City 3-0 Gothenburg: Georgia Stanway double helps City cruise to Women's Champions League win

Manchester City ease into the last 16 of the Women's Champions League with a 5-1 aggregate win over Gothenburg.

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Concussion substitute trials to begin from January

Football's lawmakers approve trials for concussion substitutes from January for any league that wants them.

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Concussion substitute trials to begin from January

Football's lawmakers approve trials for concussion substitutes from January for any league that wants them.

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Sheffield United: Chris Wilder backing from owner 'music to our ears', says George Baldock

Sheffield United owner Prince Abdullah's backing of boss Chris Wilder is "music to all our ears", defender George Baldock says.

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Dementia in football: 'You can't buy a new brain', says Nobby Stiles' widow

The wife of Nobby Stiles says "no matter how much money" footballers earn they "can't buy a new brain" as she tells the BBC about her late husband's dementia.

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Cambridge United: Football Association to investigate knee protest jeers

The Football Association is investigating after some Cambridge fans jeered players taking a knee before kick-off against Colchester.

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Greg Halford: Southend United defender scores hours after joining for free

Greg Halford says he "put out an SOS" offering to play for free before joining Southend, scoring on his debut hours later.

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Slaven Bilic: West Brom manager sacked after 18 months in charge

West Brom manager Slaven Bilic is sacked after 18 months in charge, with the club next to bottom of the Premier League.

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Sunderland: 'EFL let us down over Covid', says boss Lee Johnson

Sunderland were "let down" by the English Football League over Tuesday's game with Wimbledon, says boss Lee Johnson.

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Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg: Is midfielder Spurs' most influential signing?

Has Spurs midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg had the biggest influence on Jose Mourinho's side since arriving from Southampton?

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Man Utd's academy head says Brexit rules put Premier League clubs at 'disadvantage'

Manchester United's head of academy Nick Cox says Premier League clubs will be disadvantaged by new Brexit rules on signing young players from overseas clubs.

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Slaven Bilic: West Brom boss could be sacked on Wednesday

West Brom manager Slaven Bilic could be sacked as early as Wednesday, despite the Baggies' draw with Manchester City.

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Real Madrid 3-1 Athletic Bilbao: Karim Benzema double sends Real level at top

Karim Benzema scores twice as Real Madrid beat Athletic Bilbao to move level on points at the top of La Liga.

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Transfer rumours: Messi, Neymar, Mbappe, Bilic, Musiala, Ozil, Depay, Tomori, Seedorf

PSG preparing for Messi signing, Mbappe move to Real Madrid 'possible', West Brom to sack Bilic, plus more.

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Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-1 Chelsea: Wolves need more solutions without Raul Jimenez - Nuno Espirito Santo

Wolves manager Nuno Espirito Santo emphasises the importance of his team finding 'more solutions' in front of goal in the absence of injured striker Raul Jimenez.

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Liverpool v Tottenham: Victor Wanyama's wonder strike, Mohamed Salah's magic - best goals at Anfield

Watch five great goals scored at Anfield between Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur over the past 10 years, including Victor Wanyama's wonder strike and Mohamed Salah's magic feet.

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Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-1 Chelsea: Pedro Neto scores late winner for Wolves

Pedro Neto scores an added-time winner as Wolves came from behind to earn a dramatic victory and stop Chelsea going top.

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Jan Vertonghen: Concussion hit me for months, says ex-Tottenham defender

Former Tottenham defender Jan Vertonghen says he felt the effects of a concussion he sustained playing for Spurs for the following nine months.

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Premier League fixtures: All January games to be shown live on TV

The Premier League announces that every game in January will be broadcast live on television, although not on the BBC.

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Chinese Super League to introduce salary cap from next season in bid to aid national team

The Chinese Super League will introduce salary caps from next season in an attempt to "curb money football" and support the national team.

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Tottenham Hotspur: Jose Mourinho news conference interrupted by washing machine

Jose Mourinho's news conference for Tottenham Hotspur's trip to Liverpool on Wednesday is interrupted by a journalist's washing machine making noise.

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Coronavirus: Newcastle boss Steve Bruce says two players 'not well at all'

Newcastle boss Steve Bruce says two of his players are "not well at all" after contracting coronavirus.

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Jose Mourinho: Tottenham boss questions Liverpool's injuries before trip to Anfield

Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho starts the mind games before Wednesday's trip to Liverpool by suggesting the champions' injuries are not too bad.

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Mikel Arteta: Arsenal boss says critics 'have the right to hit me'

Boss Mikel Arteta says Arsenal have to be brave moving forward. The gunners manager says his critics have the right to "hit him" following a poor run of form.

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Liverpool v Tottenham: Jurgen Klopp impressed by Jose Mourinho

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he is very impressed with how Jose Mourinho has turned Tottenham into a "results machine".

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Ivan Gazidis: AC Milan chief executive launches diversity manifesto

A lack of stadium development in Italy is one of the reasons why racism is an issue, AC Milan chief executive Ivan Gazidis tells BBC Sport.

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Rangers need to sell players in summer, warns managing director Stewart Robertson

Rangers need to sell players in the summer to help boost the club's financial position, says managing director Stewart Robertson.

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AC Milan CEO Ivan Gazidis launches 'manifesto for equity, diversity and inclusion'

AC Milan CEO Ivan Gazidis explains the "positive steps" his club is taking as they launch their "manifesto for equity, diversity and inclusion".

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Bristol Rovers: Covid-19 cases cause Charlton & Oxford postponements

Bristol Rovers' upcoming League One matches against Charlton Athletic and Oxford United are postponed because of a Covid-19 outbreak.

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Mikel Arteta: Arsenal manager says Gunners must be 'brave' to reverse poor form

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says his team must accept criticism and put their "face and body on the line" to reverse their poor form.

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Jack Grealish: Aston Villa captain banned from driving

The England and Aston Villa player has also been hit with an £80,000 fine.

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Paul Pogba likely to stay at Manchester United until next summer, says agent

Paul Pogba is likely to stay at Manchester United until next summer as it would be "difficult" to sort out a move in January, says his agent.

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Gerard Houllier: Rangers' Steven Gerrard says former Liverpool boss was 'special man'

Steven Gerrard says he is finding it "really hard to come to terms" with the death of "special man" Gerard Houllier, his former Liverpool manager.

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Advent calendar: Day 15 - Who remembers the #ToiletRollChallenge?

Day 15 of BBC Sport's advent calendar reminisces over the best #StayAtHome challenges from footballers (and their toilet rolls) across the world, including Lionel Messi, Felipe Melo and Paul Pogba's family.

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Ryan Reynolds & Rob McElhenney: Hollywood stars at Wrexham 'for the long term'

Wrexham owners-elect Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney are making a commitment to a community, not just to a football club, former Liverpool chief executive Peter Moore says.

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Bosman at 25: Who made the best free transfer?

From Zlatan Ibrahimovic to Jay-Jay Okocha - who has been the best free transfer in the 25 years of the Bosman ruling?

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Disability in football: Is the game doing enough to include all supporters?

Despite efforts to improve access, going to football can still be problematic for disabled fans. So what needs to improve?

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Gerard Houllier: 'A fine decent man, destined to manage Liverpool'

BBC Sport chief football writer Phil McNulty remembers the career of Gerard Houllier, who has died at the age of 73.

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Top Football Tweets: Vintage Arsenal? Only the tracksuits

The best tweets from the weekend's football, featuring Arsenal's new clothing campaign, some shocking Sheffield United stats and Jen Beattie's emotional interview about her cancer diagnosis.

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Celtic: 10 in a row still our goal, insists Peter Lawwell

Celtic have not given up on an unprecedented 10 titles in a row or become complacent during a faltering start to the season, insists chief executive Peter Lawwell.

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Neymar: Paris St-Germain say Brazil forward's injury news is 'reassuring'

Paris St-Germain say their captain Neymar has sprained his ankle and the initial assessment has been "reassuring".

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Gerard Houllier explains his part in Liverpool's historic Istanbul win

Gerard Houllier looks back on an historic night in Instanbul, when Liverpool won the Champions League in 2005, and explains how the players made him part of their celebrations.

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Bundesliga: Leon Bailey scores curling strike as Bayer Leverkusen beat Hoffenheim

Bayer Leverkusen star and reported Manchester United target Leon Bailey scores with a curled finish as his side beat Hoffenheim 4-1 in the Bundesliga.

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Bundesliga: Lucian Favre sacked after Borussia Dortmund lose 5-1 at Stuttgart

Watch highlights as Stuttgart thrash an underperforming Borussia Dortmund 5-1 in the Bundesliga which led to the dismissal of their manager Lucien Favre.

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Champions League: Liverpool to face RB Leipzig

Liverpool face RB Leipzig, Chelsea take on Atletico Madrid and Manchester City play Borussia Monchengladbach in the last 16 of the Champions League.

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Europa League: Man Utd face La Liga leaders Real Sociedad

Manchester United will face David Silva's La Liga leaders Real Sociedad in the last 32 of the Europa League.

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BBC to show live Copa Libertadores matches

The BBC will show seven remaining games from the Copa Libertadores, including both semi-finals and the final.

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Gerard Houllier: Former Liverpool manager dies aged 73

Former Liverpool manager Gerard Houllier has died at the age of 73.

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Women's Super League: Wales manager Jayne Ludlow set to be named West Ham boss

Wales manager Jayne Ludlow is set to be named as the new West Ham boss following Matt Beard's departure.

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Watch: Weekend Scottish Premiership goals

Catch up with all of the weekend's Scottish Premiership goals.

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Gerard Houllier: Liverpool win 2001 FA Cup under Houllier after Owen double

Watch Micheal Owen score twice in the last 10 minutes as Liverpool come from behind to beat Arsenal 2-1 and win the FA Cup in 2001.

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Borussia Dortmund: What does Lucien Favre's sacking mean for star players?

What next for Borussia Dortmund and the Bundesliga club's talented young stars following the sacking of Lucien Favre?

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WSL trending: Watch best of Sunday's goals including a fine Vivianne Miedema finish

Watch the best goals from Sunday's WSL action, including a fine finish from Arsenal's Vivianne Miedema and an exquisite chip from Aston Villa's Nadine Hanssen.

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Crystal Palace & England's Zion Atta takes on BBC Sport's Wonderkids challenge

In the first episode of this three-part series, Crystal Palace winger Zion Atta, 16, shows off his potential in a shooting, obstacle course and penalties challenge.

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Match of the Day 2 pundits Alex Scott and Jermaine Jenas praise the referee at Fulham

Match of the Day 2 pundits Alex Scott and Jermaine Jenas praise the referee and use of VAR in Liverpool's 1-1 draw with Fulham at Craven Cottage.

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Match of the Day 2 pundits Alex Scott and Jermaine Jenas say Arsenal are lacking leaders.

Match of the Day 2 pundits Alex Scott and Jermaine Jenas say Arsenal's senior players are not stepping up for Mikel Arteta, and they are really missing the presence of David Luiz.

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Garth Crooks' team of the week: Emiliano Martinez, Angelo Ogbonna, Jordan Henderson, Jamie Vardy

Which striker made Garth Crooks' team of the week despite not having a shot? Find out here.

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Premier League: Is the return of fans giving the supposed underdogs more bite?

It was the turn of the Premier League's supposed underdogs to have their fans back this weekend and their return certainly appeared to give them more bite.

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Kieran Tierney: Arsenal 'deserved' to be booed off after Burnley defeat

Kieran Tierney said Arsenal "deserved" to be booed off after being stunned at home by Burnley, so just how bad is the situation for the Gunners right now?

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Women's Super League highlights: Tottenham Hotspur Women 3-1 Aston Villa

Watch highlights as Alex Morgan scores her side's opening goal during Tottenham's 3-1 win over Aston Villa, to continue their recovery under Rehanne Skinner.

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Manchester City Women 2-1 Arsenal Women: Caroline Weir's last-gasp winner sinks title rivals Arsenal

Caroline Weir reignites Manchester City's Women's Super League title hopes with a last-gasp winner against title rivals Arsenal.

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Crystal Palace 1-1 Tottenham: Roy Hodgson says team sent fans home happy with performance

Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson says his side's 1-1 draw was a 'reward' for their effort and that he is 'thankful' for goalkeeper Vicente Guaita's last-minute saves.

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Crystal Palace 1-1 Tottenham Hotspur: Jeffrey Schlupp scores late equaliser to deny leaders victory

Jeffrey Schlupp scores a late Crystal Palace equaliser after a mistake by Hugo Lloris to deny leaders Tottenham victory.

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Celtic 2-0 Kilmarnock: Win eases pressure on Neil Lennon

Celtic's second-half siege overpowers Kilmarnock and earns under-pressure manager Neil Lennon further breathing space as his side reclaim second place in Scottish Premiership.

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Liverpool's Diogo Jota out for at least six weeks

Liverpool forward Diogo Jota will be out for at least six weeks because of a knee injury.

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Brighton & Hove Albion Women 0-1 Chelsea Women: Sam Kerr scores winner for the Blues

Australia striker Sam Kerr scores the only goal as Chelsea win at Brighton in the Women's Super League.

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Women's Super League highlights: Sam Kerr header extends Chelsea's unbeaten league run

Watch highlights as Sam Kerr's header was enough to extend Chelsea's unbeaten Women's Super League run to 29 matches with a 1-0 win over Brighton.

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Women's Super League highlights: Reading 1-2 Manchester United

Watch highlights as Women's Super League leaders Manchester United extend their unbeaten start as Hayley Ladd's late header secures a hard-fought win at Reading.

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Tottenham Hotspur Women 3-1 Aston Villa Women: Alex Morgan scores again for Spurs

USA forward Alex Morgan scores as Tottenham's recovery under Rehanne Skinner continues with victory over Aston Villa.

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Southampton 3-0 Sheffield United: Blades must turn corner 'sooner rather than later' - Wilder

Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder says his team were beaten by the better side in their 3-0 defeat to Southampton.

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Dundee United 1-2 Rangers: Gerrard's side extend Premiership lead to 15 points

Rangers move 15 points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership after a hard-fought win away to Dundee United.

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Reading Women 1-2 Manchester United Women: Hayley Ladd Ladd heads late winner for Women's Super League leaders

Women's Super League leaders Manchester United extend their unbeaten start as Hayley Ladd's late header secures the win at Reading.

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Borussia Dortmund sack Lucien Favre as manager

Borussia Dortmund sack Lucien Favre as manager in the wake of the 5-1 thrashing by Stuttgart.

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Southampton 3-0 Sheffield Utd: Ralph Hasenhuttl lauds 'emotional' victory over Blades in front of fans

Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl says his side showed improvement in every area in an "emotional" 3-0 win over Sheffield United in front of their fans at St Mary's.

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Southampton 3-0 Sheffield United: Saints into Premier League top four

Southampton move into the Premier League's top four by sweeping aside bottom club Sheffield United.

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Petr Cech set for Premier League 2 outing for Chelsea

Petr Cech is set to play for Chelsea's development squad in a Premier League 2 fixture against Tottenham on Monday.

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Stuart McCall: Bradford City sack manager after six straight defeats

League Two Bradford City sack manager Stuart McCall after six defeats in a row.

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Advent calendar: Day 13 - Chorley celebrate FA Cup triumph with rendition of Adele 'Someone like you

Day 13 of BBC Sport's advent calendar shows what an FA Cup upset really means to National League North side Chorley as they sing their hearts out to Adele's hit Someone Like You

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Paolo Rossi: Italian World Cup hero's home burgled during funeral

A watch and cash are among items reported stolen from the late World Cup winner's home on Saturday.

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Paul Pogba: Manchester United midfielder 'will always fight' for the club

Paul Pogba says "all is clear" between himself and Manchester United and says he is "1,000% involved".

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Match of the Day analysis: Manchester United & Manchester City are lacking centre forwards

Match of the Day pundits Alan Shearer and Ian Wright believe that both Manchester United and Manchester City are lacking centre forwards following their 0-0 draw in the Premier League.

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Transfer rumours: Pogba, Haaland, Mbappe, Alli, Kepa, Saliba

Mbappe needs parental approval for any move, Juventus want Paul Pogba on loan, Chelsea short on takers for trio, plus more.

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Manchester United 0-0 Manchester City: Pep Guardiola says draw 'good point' against 'strong' Man Utd

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says his side's 0-0 draw at Manchester United is a "good point" but admits they had the "chances to win".

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Arthur Masuaku: West Ham defender says he has had knee surgery 'to help remove pain'

West Ham defender Arthur Masuaku says he has had surgery "to help remove the pain that's been bothering me for nearly two years".

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Manchester United 0-0 Manchester City: Derby ends in stalemate at Old Trafford

Manchester United and Manchester City play out a dismal derby stalemate behind closed doors at Old Trafford.

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FC Emmen 1-1 ADO Den Haag: Fireworks from outside stadium suspend play

The Eredivisie match between FC Emmen and ADO Den Haag is suspended for 17 minutes after supporters set off fireworks outside the stadium.

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Union Berlin 1-1 Bayern Munich: Lewandowski earns point for Bundesliga leaders

Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich have to come from behind to earn a point at Union Berlin.

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Real Madrid v Atletico Madrid: Zinedine Zidane says rivals favourites for La Liga

Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane says table-topping Atletico Madrid should "definitely" be considered favourites to win La Liga this season.

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Newcastle United 2-1 West Bromwich Albion: Steve Bruce 'delighted' with back-to-back wins for Magpies

Newcastle head coach Steve Bruce says his side's 2-1 victory over West Brom "gives everyone a lift" after a tough period for the club.

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Newcastle United 2-1 West Bromwich Albion: Baggies conceded 'cheap' goals - Slaven Bilic

West Brom boss Slaven Bilic says his side conceded "cheap" goals in their 2-1 defeat tat Newcastle United in the Premier League.

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Newcastle 2-1 West Brom: Dwight Gayle heaps misery on Baggies

Dwight Gayle scores the winner on his first appearance of the season as Newcastle return from a coronavirus-enforced absence to heap more misery on West Brom.

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Hibs hit four at Accies to overtake Celtic

Hibernian continue their excellent away form to hammer Hamilton Accies 4-0 and move up to second place in the Scottish Premiership.

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Blackburn Rovers 1-2 Norwich City: Teemu Pukki double keeps Canaries top of Championship

Teemu Pukki takes his Norwich goalscoring tally to 50 as he nets twice to guide his side to a victory at Blackburn.

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Borussia Dortmund 1-5 Stuttgart: Lucien Favre's side thrashed at home

Borussia Dortmund lose further ground in the Bundesliga title race as they are beaten heavily at home by promoted side Stuttgart.

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Aberdeen 2-0 Ross County: Main double sends visitors bottom

Curtis Main's clinical double earns Aberdeen a first victory in five games and sends Ross County bottom of the Scottish Premiership.

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Wolverhampton Wanderers 0-1 Aston Villa: 'Great win' despite 'poor' referee decisions - Dean Smith

Aston Villa boss Dean Smith is delighted by a "great win" for his team but criticises a lack of "consistency" from referee Mike Dean.

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Wolverhampton Wanderers 0-1 Aston Villa: Nuno frustrated by 'disappointing' Wolves defeat

Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Nuno Espirito Santo is frustrated by the "disappointing" way his team finished the game after conceding an injury-time penalty.

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Wolves 0-1 Aston Villa: Anwar El Ghazi penalty wins West Midlands derby

Substitute Anwar El Ghazi converts a stoppage-time penalty as Aston Villa snatch victory in their West Midlands derby at Wolves.

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Cardiff City 0-2 Swansea City: Jamal Lowe double gives Swans derby win

Swansea City climb up to second in the Championship as Jamal Lowe's two goals secure south Wales derby victory at Cardiff City.

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Jen Beattie: Arsenal & Scotland defender on breast cancer diagnosis

Arsenal and Scotland's Jen Beattie reveals she has been treated for breast cancer and now wants to raise awareness of having the disease at a young age.

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Jen Beattie: Arsenal and Scotland defender plays on after breast cancer diagnosis

Arsenal and Scotland defender Jen Beattie, 29, tells Eilidh Barbour about her breast cancer diagnosis in October and how important the support of her team-mates has been.

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic talks returning to AC Milan, Marcus Rashford and racism

Zlatan Ibrahimovic tells BBC Sport's Alex Howell why he's relishing the challenge of returning AC Milan to the top and talks about the work of former team-mate Marcus Rashford.

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Jen Beattie: Arsenal and Scotland defender plays on after breast cancer diagnosis

Arsenal and Scotland defender Jen Beattie, 29, tells Eilidh Barbour about her breast cancer diagnosis in October.

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Premier League: Is it easier to step up from Championship this season?

BBC Sport examines why some Championship players have made such a successful step up to the Premier League so far this season.

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Transfer rumours: Hudson-Odoi, Haaland, Szoboszlai, Messi, Grealish, Wijnaldum

Bayern to be patient in chase for Hudson-Odoi, Manchester clubs to battle for Haaland, Szoboszlai to snub Arsenal, plus more.

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Man Utd's Casey Stoney says LGBT rights should not be about 'acceptance'

Manchester United manager Casey Stoney says the language used when talking about LGBT rights is "really important".

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic: AC Milan striker vows to 'keep going'

AC Milan's 39-year-old striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic tells BBC Sport about his newest challenge in Italy.

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Kai Havertz: Chelsea winger says he was hit 'very hard' by Covid-19

Chelsea's Kai Havertz says contracting Covid-19 hit him "very hard" and he now understands how difficult the global pandemic has been for others.

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Everton majority shareholder Farhad Moshiri increases investment to £400m

Everton say majority shareholder Farhad Moshiri has raised his total investment in the club to £400m.

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Pierre Webo: Istanbul Basaksehir assistant coach says 8 December will be significant date in racism fight

Istanbul Basaksehir assistant coach Pierre Webo says 8 December 2020 will be a significant date in football's fight against racism.

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Deschamps defamation case against Cantona ruled void

The French manager sued Cantona for suggesting his Euro 2016 squad selection was racially motivated.

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Pierre Webo: Istanbul Basaksehir assistant coach 'very angry and very sad' at incident

Istanbul Basaksehir assistant coach Pierre Webo says 8 December 2020 will be a significant date in football's fight against racism.

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FA Cup third round: BBC to stream Chelsea and Manchester City ties

Chelsea's FA Cup third-round tie with Morecambe and Manchester City's home match with Birmingham City are among five ties to be streamed on the BBC.

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Kai Havertz: Chelsea playmaker 'honoured' by praise from Frank Lampard

Kai Havertz says he is "honoured" to receive high praise from Chelsea "legend" and manager Frank Lampard - but admits he has a lot to prove.

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer insists Manchester United will not 'press the panic button'

Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Manchester United will not 'press the panic button' despite their Champions League exit.

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Ukraine appeal against Uefa decision to award Switzerland win in Nations League match

The Ukrainian Football Association appeals to the Court of Arbitration for Sport over Uefa's decision to award Switzerland a 3-0 win in their cancelled Nations League match.

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Steve Bruce says Newcastle missing 'big chunk' of players for West Brom game

Newcastle boss Steve Bruce will be without a "big chunk" of his squad for Saturday's game with West Brom because of the club's coronavirus outbreak.

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Man Utd v Man City quiz: Name every Premier League Manchester derby goalscorer

With the big day approaching, can you name the players who have scored in Manchester derbies in the Premier League?

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Dele Alli: Paris St-Germain set to make loan bid for Tottenham midfielder in January

Paris St-Germain are set to make another attempt to sign Tottenham midfielder Dele Alli on loan in January.

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Rangers: Chelsea midfielder Billy Gilmour not a January loan target - Steven Gerrard

Chelsea's Billy Gilmour is a "fabulous little player" but will not return to Rangers on loan in January, says manager Steven Gerrard.

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David Martindale: Livingston interim boss a changed man since prison, says chief executive John Ward

Interim Livingston head coach David Martindale has proved he is a changed man since leaving prison, says chief executive John Ward.

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What did Scotland striker McBurnie get from his grandma when he was six?

Sheffield United and Scotland striker Oli McBurnie faces our Christmas questions in day 11 of BBC Sport Scotland's Advent Answers series.

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Fantasy football tips: Son, Kane, Salah, Fernandes, De Bruyne & Calvert-Lewin?

BBC Radio 5 Live's Alistair Bruce-Ball gives his fantasy football tips for gameweek 12 and asks: can you have your cake and eat it?

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When Hollywood's Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney 'visited' Wrexham...

BBC Sport Wales imagines what it will be like when Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney visit Wrexham... with the help of some life-size cut-outs.

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Steven Gerrard: Rangers manager edging towards club European record

BBC Scotland looks at how Steven Gerrard has propelled himself into the realms of Rangers' most successful European managers?

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Neil Lennon: Celtic 'baby steps' hearten manager after 3-2 win over Lille

Celtic's Europa League win over Lille is described as "baby steps in the right direction" by manager Neil Lennon after a poor run of results.

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Watch: 6-1, Owen, Kompany & THAT Rooney goal - Classic Manchester derby moments

Relive the action from some of the greatest Manchester derby moments from recent times, including Manchester City's 6-1 win and Wayne Rooney's classic bicycle kick.

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Raul Jimenez: Wolves striker visits training following head injury

Wolves striker Raul Jimenez visits the club's training ground for the first time since undergoing surgery on a fractured skull.

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Transfer rumours: White, Upamecano, Alaba, Garcia, Rojo, Eriksen, Szoboszlai

Man Utd interested in Brighton's Ben White, Chelsea must make Alaba highest-earner, Mikel Arteta keen on Eric Garcia, plus more.

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Leicester 2-0 AEK Athens: Cengiz Under scores his first Foxes goal

Leicester City will be seeded in Monday's Europa League last-32 draw after sealing top spot in Group G with victory over AEK Athens.

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Celtic end Europa League with first group win to deny Lille top spot

Celtic ended their Europa League campaign with a first victory in Group H that prevents Lille progressing to the knock-out stage in top spot.

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Fifa president Gianni Infantino rejects 'baseless' private jet claims

Calls for Fifa's president to face a criminal investigation over his use of a private jet are "spurious", football's world governing body says.

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Dundalk 2-4 Arsenal: Gunners finish Group B with 100% record

Arsenal finish their Group B Europa League campaign with a 100% record as they overcome Dundalk at the Aviva Stadium.

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Rangers win group with 2-0 victory over Lech Poznan in Poland

Cedric Itten and Ianis Hagi score as Rangers beat Lech Poznan to win their group and secure a seeded place in Monday's Europa League draw.

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Football star Griezmann severs ties with Huawei over Uighurs

Antoine Griezmann ends a sponsorship deal with the Chinese firm over claims of surveillance.

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Premier League predictions: Lawro v Lonely The Brave drummer Mo Edgeley

Mark Lawrenson takes on Lonely The Brave drummer Gavin 'Mo' Edgeley for this weekend's Premier League fixtures.

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Premier League predictions: Lawro v Lonely The Brave drummer Mo Edgeley

Mark Lawrenson takes on Lonely The Brave drummer Gavin 'Mo' Edgeley for this weekend's Premier League fixtures.

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Newcastle United: Matt Ritchie says there are 'no excuses' when they face West Brom

Newcastle midfielder Matt Ritchie says the team have "no excuses" against West Brom, despite the Magpies' Covid-19 outbreak.

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Champions League: Paris St-Germain & Istanbul Basaksehir players make anti-racism protest in Paris

Paris St-Germain & Istanbul Basaksehir players make an anti-racism protest in Paris before their rearranged tie on Wednesday.

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Celtic: Neil Lennon wobbling but still standing as crisis engulfs Scottish champions

We don't know where this Neil Lennon and Celtic story is going but it's extraordinary, writes Tom English.

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Manchester United Women: From formation to WSL table toppers - The rapid rise of Man Utd Women

BBC Sport takes a look at the rapid rise of the Manchester United Women's team, from their formation in May 2018 to topping the Women's Super League table.

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Paolo Rossi: Italy's 1982 World Cup hero dies aged 64

Italy's 1982 World Cup hero Paolo Rossi, who finished top scorer at the tournament and got the opening goal in the final, has died aged 64.

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Karen Carney column: Olivier Giroud is a dream for a manager

In her latest BBC Sport column, Karen Carney discusses the impact of Olivier Giroud, his place in the Chelsea squad and why he is undervalued.

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Maternity in women's football: What's it like becoming a mother while playing?

With Fifa expected to approve new maternity cover regulations this month, what is it like to be a mother playing professional football?

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Football Focus: Dean Smith says this will be Jack Grealish's best season yet

Aston Villa manager Dean Smith tells Football Focus that captain Jack Grealish will have his "best season yet" for the club.

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Paolo Rossi, Italy's 1982 World Cup hero, dies aged 64

The striker's hat-trick eliminated Brazil on the way to Italy's triumph in the competition in Spain.

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Norwich City 2-1 Nottingham Forest: Emiliano Buendia strikes as Canaries regain top spot in Championship

Norwich regain top spot in the Championship as Emi Buendia's deflected strike earns victory over struggling Nottingham Forest.

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Champions League: Bayern Munich 2-0 Lokomotiv Moscow: Sule and Choupo-Moting score

Champions League holders Bayern Munich end the group stage by beating Lokomotiv Moscow to take their unbeaten run to 17 games in the competition.

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Ajax 0-1 Atalanta: Late winner sends Italians into Champions League last 16

Atalanta reach the Champions League knockout stages for the second successive season after winning at Ajax on Wednesday.

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Championship: Bristol City 1-0 Blackburn Rovers - Diedhiou pounces late to win it

Famara Diedhiou's late winner earns Bristol City victory against fellow Championship promotion chasers Blackburn Rovers.

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PSG and Istanbul Basaksehir players take knee before restart

Paris St-Germain and Istanbul Basaksehir players take a knee around the centre circle before the restart of their Champions League tie.

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Benfica Women 0-5 Chelsea Women: Fran Kirby shines in Women's Champions League

Fran Kirby scores twice as Chelsea thump Benfica 5-0 in the first leg of their last-32 Women's Champions League tie.

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Glasgow City fall to narrow Sparta Prague loss in first leg

Sharon Wojick scores for Glasgow City as they lose 2-1 away to Sparta Prague in the first leg of their Women's Champions League last-32 tie.

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Gothenburg 1-2 Manchester City: Georgia Stanway and Sam Mewis score in Women's Champions League win

Manchester City come from behind to beat Gothenburg 2-1 in the first leg of their last 32 tie in the Women's Champions League.

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Jose Mourinho: Tottenham boss says Man Utd 'top favourites' to win Europa League

Manchester United will be "one of the top favourites" to win the Europa League this season, says Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho.

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Paris St-Germain v Istanbul Basaksehir: Players walking off a 'marker' in fight against racism - Fare chief

Istanbul Basaksehir and Paris St-Germain players walking off the pitch will act as a "marker" in football's fight against racism, says the chief of anti-discriminatory body Fare.

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Celtic: Neil Lennon irked by fans' 'dangerous rhetoric' as criticism continues

Manager Neil Lennon says some Celtic fans have taken criticism of himself and the board too far by engaging in "dangerous rhetoric".

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Newcastle v West Brom set to go ahead after Covid-19 outbreak

Newcastle's Premier League game against West Brom is expected to go ahead as the United squad recovers from a coronavirus outbreak.

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Paris St-Germain v Istanbul Basaksehir: Uefa investigation after official accused of racism

Uefa opens an investigation after a match official is accused of using a racist term in Istanbul Basaksehir's game at Paris St-Germain.

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Paris St-Germain v Istanbul Basaksehir: Jose Mourinho says 'every form of racism has to be fought'

Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho says that 'every form of racism has to be fought' when asked about last night's Champions League match between Paris St-Germain and Istanbul Basaksehir.

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Dawn Scott: 'I challenge England players to stay at summit'

Dawn Scott won it all with US Soccer but now she is back in England, challenging players to not only become the best in the world, but to stay there.

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The sooner Pogba's agent realises this is a team sport, the better, says Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer insists Manchester United's team spirit remains strong, despite continuing uncertainty about midfielder Paul Pogba's future.

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Andre Villas-Boas: What next for Marseille's 'peculiar', nomadic coach?

Former Chelsea and Tottenham boss Andre Villas-Boas is back in England on Wednesday, having taken a long and varied road to get there.

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Champions League: Chelsea, Manchester City & Glasgow City prepare for last 32

What are the prospects for Chelsea, Man City and Glasgow City in this season's Champions League and who else are the main contenders?

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Advent calendar: Day nine - Scotland win penalty shootout to qualify for Euro 2020

Day nine of BBC Sport's advent calendar relives the dramatic moment Scotland qualified for Euro 2020.

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Stoke City 1-2 Cardiff City: Sean Morrison scores at both ends for Bluebirds

Cardiff City captain Sean Morrison scores at both ends as the Bluebirds come from behind to win at Stoke City.

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Watford 2-0 Rotherham United: Troy Deeney scores in Hornets win

Watford climb to third in the Championship as they net two early goals to see off out-of-form Rotherham.

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Man Utd count cost of Champions League exit against RB Leipzig

Manchester United's Champions League exit at the hands of RB Leipzig could end up costing them much more than money.

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Transfer rumours: Ozil, Rudiger, Ramsey, Camavinga, Umtiti, Hulk

DC United lead Ozil race, Barca face Rudiger competition, Juve ready to sell Ramsey, plus more.

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Paul Pogba: 'Inevitable is going to happen' after agent says Man Utd player is unhappy

Paul Pogba needs to leave Manchester United and a transfer away from the club would suit everyone, says Phil Neville.

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Papa John's Trophy: Leicester City only academy side to progress past second round

Leicester City Under-21s are the only academy side to make the last 16 of the Papa John's Trophy after six go out.

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