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Agent: Nicolas Pepe in discussion with clubs

There's been reported interest from Liverpool, Arsenal, Bayern Munich and a few other famous clubs for the Lille star

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Emery hails Zaha and Wan-Bissaka at Palace

Both players rose through the ranks at Selhurst Park, and have been crucial to the team's survival this season

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Tuchel demands reaction from PSG stars

The Parisians could have wrapped up the league title three games ago but suffered a series of surprise results

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Elmohamady revels in Villa's winning run

Goals from Jack Grealish and Tammy Abraham against Bolton Wanderers secured Villa a record-equaling ninth consecutive victory

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Villa striker Abraham set for the sidelines

On Friday, the Anglo-Nigerian levelled a goal-scoring record, becoming the first Villa player to reach the 25-goal mark since 1977

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Smith gives injury updates on Villa strikers Abraham, Kodjia

Both players have struggled with different issues in the past weeks, and their coach has disclosed who is expected in Friday's challenge

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Brendan Rodgers: Kolo Toure's been "brilliant"

The former Liverpool manager has been able to count on his former player, lauding the Ivorian's ‘rapport’ with the team

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Semi Ajayi: Why I left Arsenal

The Rotherham United defender has come quite a long way to establish himself as a respected player in the English second tier

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'Angry' Napoli keen to show 'true quality' vs. Arsenal

The Senegal defender scored an own goal in the first leg, but he and his teammates are keen to flip the script in Italy

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Mane gives verdict on Liverpool future amid Madrid interest

The in-form Senegal attacker scored his 21st goal of the season, and is well-placed to help Liverpool secure a UCL last-four spot

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Onyekuru ‘longing’ to realise EPL, Thierry Henry dream

The Galatasaray attacker also revealed his mum helped him decide against joining French giants PSG

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Kessie escapes sanction over controversial Acerbi shirt gesture

The Cote d'Ivoire international scored the decisive goal, from the penalty spot, as Milan and Lazio battled for a top-four spot

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Klopp must start Salah, Mane & co. vs. Porto

Goals from Roberto Firmino and Naby Keita gave the Reds an edge ahead of Wednesday’s game in Portugal

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Pepe edges closer to Hazard's seven-year record

The Cote d'Ivoire international starred as Lille postponed PSG's Ligue 1 triumph to move within a goal of a record-equaling mark

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Niasse set for Everton talks

The Senegal international has never been assured of his place at the Merseysiders and is currently on loan at Cardiff

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Mikel ‘honoured’ by Boro responsibility

The Nigeria international has skippered the Smoggies in their last two games, finishing on the winning side on both occasions

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Kachunga: Huddersfield Town must be brave

On Saturday, the DR Congo international was on parade for the duration of the 4-0 defeat at the hands of Spurs

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Aubameyang shares reservation on Emery's tactics

The Spaniard has tinkered his attacking plan a lot this season, but his 18-goal striker holds a different view

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Koulibaly scores own goal as Arsenal defeat Napoli

The Italians have their work cut out for them ahead of the second leg, with the Gunners holding a two-goal advantage

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Wilfried Zaha hails man-manager Roy Hodgson

The Cote d'Ivoire remains focused at Palace and has thanked Hodgson for helping him develop

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Keita on target as Liverpool see off Porto

The Guinea international has now scored in two consecutive games for the Reds

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Nabil Bentaleb recalled to Schalke 04 first team

Three weeks ago, the Algeria international was dropped to the U23s but has been recalled, with Morocco's Mendyl still out in the cold

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Klopp: Salah's goal drought was not a concern

The Egypt international's goal against Southampton on Friday ended a run of eight goalless games

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Stoke City willing to listen to offers for Etebo

The Nigeria international has become an important member of the Potters set-up due to his impressive showings

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‘Unbelievable!’ - Abraham on Aston Villa’s comeback win

Late goals from Adomah and the England U21 international secured the maximum points for Dean Smith’s side

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Stoke's Etebo revels in match-winning display

The Nigeria international netted his second goal of the season to hand the Potters an away win

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‘The referee told me’ - Mane on PL fastest hat-trick

The Senegal international travels to the south coast to take on his former club and throws back to a memorable feat he created while at the club

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Liverpool's Salah not bothered by goal drought

The Egypt star last found the back of the net on February 9, but his intervention against Spurs kept the Reds' title race alive

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Mounie, Kachunga go down with Huddersfield

A loss at Selhurst Park combined with wins for Southampton and Burnley meant the Terriers are set for life in the second division next season

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Rodgers defends Iheanacho after stinging Rohr criticism

The Leicester City forward was not called up for the Super Eagles’ March games, with Rohr questioning his seriousness

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Zaha to make early Palace return from Cote d'Ivoire duty

The explosive winger had been sidelined since his involvement in the M23 deby loss to Brighton and couldn't play while away on international duty

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Klopp needs to sort Salah for Liverpool's sake

The Egypt star is going through his worst spell in a Red shirt, having not found the back of the net in seven previous games

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Torino defender Ola Aina hit with suspension

The Chelsea loanee saw his first red card of his career in Saturday's Serie A encounter

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In-form Sadio Mane leads Liverpool past Fulham

The Senegal international has now scored nine times in his last nine outings for the Reds in the league

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In-form Sadio Mane leads Liverpool past Fulham

The Senegal international has now scored nine times in his last nine outings for the Reds in the league

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Mane unstoppable as Liverpool dump Bayern out of CL

The Reds’ Febuary best player weighed in with two sublime finishes as Klopp's men ran over the Bavarians in Germany

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Ameobi hails growing Rondon, Perez partnership

The pair were at their ruthless best, combining to help the Magpies secure a come-from-behind win over Marco Silva’s side

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Rising star Okafor reflects on journey to becoming Basel’s treasure

Born in Binningen to a Nigerian father and Swiss mother, the 18-year-old has dazzled through the ranks to become a mainstay at St. Jakob-Park

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‘Things are becoming more natural for Mane’

The German tactician once made the admission that the Senegal attacker doubted his immense ability, but is happy with the player he's grown into

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Leon Balogun to continue spell on sidelines

Playmaker Pascal Gross has joined the Nigeria international on the Seagulls' treatment table for Saturday's match against the Terriers

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Aubameyang on target in Arsenal's rout of Bournemouth

The Gunners put five past their hapless visitors and the Gabon striker was on hand to provide a brilliant finish for his 16th league goal

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Klopp highlights Keita's 'brilliant moments' at Liverpool

The midfielder has started to earn rave reviews after recovering from a mixed start to life at Anfield

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Mandi opens 2018-19 LaLiga account in Valladolid win

The defender's effort late in the first half was crucial in helping Quique Setién's side end a four-game winless run

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Man Utd handed Koulibaly boost after agent's Juve comment

The Senegal international's showings since landing in Italy in 2014 has made him one of the most sought after centre-backs

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Diame focused on Newcastle's survival amid contract talks

The ex-Senegal international's current contract runs out in the summer, and his team are in the race against the drop

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‘Etebo has been excellent’, says Stoke's Adam

The midfielder was one of the standout performers as the Potters were forced to a draw at Ipswich over the weekend

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Henderson: Keita starting to deliver on early potential

The 24-year-old's performances in recent weeks, especially against Bournemouth, meets the eyes in a pleasant way

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Mahrez reach double figures in Man City win

The Algeria winger scored a late goal - his 10th across all competition - to seal victory for the Citizens against their stubborn hosts

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Luyindama scores as Galatasaray suffer Europa League blow

The 25-year-old levelled the scoring at the Turk Telekom Arena, but Haris Seferovic struck to gift the visitors a huge first-leg advantage

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Folarin Balogun signs pro contract with Arsenal

The highly-rated teenage striker is still eligible to play for Nigeria, USA or England

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Keita persuades Werner to join Liverpool

Both players starred as Leipzig rose to prominence in the German Bundesliga and the Guinea international is hoping for a reunion

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Iwobi delighted with Arsenal's goals in Huddersfield win

The Nigeria international scored the opener and started the move for the matchwinner; one which he revels in

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Niasse regrets missed Sala opportunity at Cardiff

Both strikers were brought in to solve the Bluebirds woes in front of goal, but, sadly, the Argentine couldn't make it to Cardiff

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Awaziem pays tribute to former Nantes teammate Sala

Messages of sadness, support and condolences have poured in on social media since as the footballing world mourns the tragic passing of the player

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Kayode: 'Shakhtar are ready for Europa League'

The Nigeria international was at the double as his side emphatically saw off Botov in a tune-up encounter on Monday

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Kluivert: ‘Aubameyang can play for Barcelona’

While making a strong case for Man Utd starlet Rashford, the Cameroon assistant boss recommended the Arsenal forward as a typical Barca No. 9

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Iwobi underwhelms as Man City defeat Arsenal

The winger's carelessness helped to have his side a goal down after just 48 seconds at the Etihad

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Klopp insists struggling Keita will hit top form

Lately, the Guinea international has started to see more game time and is required to improve in diverse of areas

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Oxlade-Chamberlain equips Liverpool with extra motivation

The intention to help the crooked players past their trying times is an extra drive to keep the Reds winning

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Sadio Mane: Expect more from Liverpool!

The forward is confident that the Reds have the potential to step it up some notches, and hopes that coincides with the decisive moments of 2018-19

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Cardiff set for Arsenal tie after 'tough' Sala incident

The Welsh side have had to endure a testing week after an aircraft carrying their record signing from Nantes to Cardiff disappeared last Monday

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Everton resisting PSG's approach for Gueye

The Senegal tough-tackler is seen as one of the few resolves by the French giants, who have Marco Verratti sidelined with injury

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Diop anticipates 'memorable' Wimbledon return

The defender, of Moroccan and Senegalese descents, scored his first and only West Ham goal at Kingsmeadow last August

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‘No dialogue with Dortmund over Zaha’, says Hodgson

The German highflyers are reportedly looking to snap up the Cote d’Ivoire international in a big-money move

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Chidiebere Nwakali joins Swedish outfit Kalmar

The former Manchester City midfielder said he shunned offers from Norway, Greece and Sweden to team up with Magnus Pehrsson’s side

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Kalu earns high praise from Bordeaux coach Bedouet

The Nigeria winger seems to have regain his early-season form, having inspired the Ligue 1 side in recent weeks

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Mahrez set for Man City return vs. Burton

The Algeria winger has yet to play a Premier League game since the turn of the year, completely missing out on the matchday squad at the weekend

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‘Zaha can take over from Hazard at Chelsea’

The former Manchester United winger was a handful for McAteer's former team at the weekend

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Klopp: 'Zaha gave Liverpool a lot of things to sort'

The game ended in a seven-goal thriller, with the Reds managing to overcome their visitors' overtures

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Klopp hails 'world-class' Salah on PL half-century

The African Player of the Year's 15th and 16th league goals helped him reach the 50-goal mark

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Salah reaches 50th PL goal to lead Liverpool past Palace

The Egypt star was the major difference in a fierce encounter at Anfield on Saturday, scoring his 15th and 16th league goal of the season

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Keita Balde ruled out of Inter's tie vs. Sassuolo

The Senegal forward will sit out the weekend's league game against due to thigh problem

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Niasse seals Cardiff loan move from Everton

The Senegal striker has joined the Bluebirds after being deemed surplus to requirement for the better part of 2018-19 first-half at Goodison Park

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Salah similar to Suarez, says Liverpool's Henderson

Both strikers have proven decisive to the Reds' cause in the past few seasons

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Everton’s Keane backs Lookman to ‘get better’

The winger took another first-team chance by a stranglehold, providing an assist to ease the Toffees to three points against Eddie Howe's side

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Aurier arrested for alleged assault on partner before Man Utd game

The defender was not dressed for Sunday's game that took place at the Wembley, hours after he was arrested by the police

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Drogba pays tribute to his retiring ‘hero’ Cech

Both players starred for the Blues at the opposite ends of the pitch, and the Czech goalie will hang his gloves at the end of the campaign

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Klopp reveals biggest Sadio Mane mistake

The German tactician passed on the chance to sign the mercurial Senegal forward at his former job, but was offered a second opportunity at Anfield

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Liverpool boss Klopp hails 'fantastic' Leon Balogun

In his adulation for what Chris Hughton has achieved with the modest side, the German tactician reserved praises for the ex-Mainz 05 stopper

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Salah targets Afcon glory after Caf POTY win

The decision to hand Egypt the rights to host the biggest football tournament in the continental appears to be a morale-booster for the Liverpool star

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Salah targets Afcon glory after Caf POTY win

The decision to hand Egypt the rights to host the biggest football tournament in the continental appears to be a morale-booster for the Liverpool star

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Khanya Leshabela signs pro deal with Leicester

The Foxes handed the attacking midfielder his first senior contract; a deal that runs through till the summer of 2022

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Espirito Santo coy on Wolves' approach for Tammy Abraham

The Anglo-Nigerian is having a swell time in the Championship and Premier League sides are keen on his services, with the Wolves leading the race

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Zaha flattered by lucrative China deal

The Crystal Palace winger was reportedly offered a mouthwatering deal by a club from the Chinese top-flight last week

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How Seri influenced Emery's tactics vs. Fulham

The Cote d'Ivoire international was introduced and effected changes, thus, forcing the Spanish tactician's hands

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Fulham win ‘a great response’ to Liverpool defeat - Iwobi

The Nigeria international put in a decent shift as the Gunners returned to winning ways

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Arsenal duo Iwobi, Aubameyang start 2019 on high

The Nigeria and Gabon forwards were instrumental as Emery's side started the year on an impressive note

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Henry Onyekuru's brace lifts Galatasaray vs. Sivasspor

The highflying winger was at the double to outshine Robinho and his team in a Sunday's encounter

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Samuel Kalu on target as Amiens hold Bordeaux

The Nigeria international netted his second Bordeaux goal as they were forced to a share of the spoils

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'Early Christmas' - Iwobi reacts to Arsenal's win

The Nigeria international scored his second goal of the season as the Gunners returned to winning ways

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Haidara likely successor to Naby Keita at RB Leipzig

The Mali international completed a five-year move to the Red Bull Arena and has been tipped to follow in the footsteps of their former talisman

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Daniel Amartey signs Leicester City extension

The Ghana international who had 18 months left on his current contract has been handed a three-and-a-half year extension

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Bailly ‘thankful’ to Mourinho for Man United ‘chance’

The Portuguese, upon his arrival at the Manchester club, made the Ivory Coast international his first piece of business

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'I wanted to set Auxerre on fire!' - West reveals Europe hell

The defender disclosed that he fell prey to negligence and poor representation during his spell in Europe

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'I wanted to set Auxerre on fire!' - West reveals Europe hell

The defender disclosed that he fell prey to negligence and poor representation during his spell in Europe

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Hodgson relieved as Crystal Palace end Zaha curse

Since 2016-17, the Eagles have not won a Premier League match without the star winger but against the Foxes, they broke the jinx

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‘Adel Taarabt’s QPR return would be incredible’

The talented Moroccan midfielder is reported to be looking for an escape route from Benfica, with the English second tier said to be an option

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Salah outshines Koulibaly to secure Liverpool’s UCL last-16 spot

The Reds star was at it again, netting his 13th goal of the season to help dump Napoli out, thus, securing their passage

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Success opens up on Watford struggles ahead of Silva reunion

During Silva's spell, the 22-year-old endured difficulties ranging from fitness to a lack of self-belief needed for the tough English top-flight

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Iwobi opens up on ‘weird’ Arsenal past

The attacking midfielder is a product of the club’s Hale End Academy where he joined aged nine

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Klopp ‘not for one second worried’ about Salah’s form

With Saturday’s hat-trick against Eddie Howe’s side, the Egypt star took his tally for the season to 12 goals in 22 appearances

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Klopp: ‘Naby Keita is really exciting’

Going by recent performances, the Guinea international seems to have overcome a start-stop beginning on the Merseyside

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Salah: 'My expectation is very high'

The Reds star again showed what he is capable of, proving doubters wrong by hitting a treble to reach 42 PL goals for the Reds

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Salah matches Suarez as Liverpool thump Bournemouth

The Reds star shone like a million star against Eddie Howe’s men at the Vitality Stadium

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Swedish court clears Dickson Etuhu of match-fixing claims

The former Fulham midfielder, 36, was accused by a former teammate of trying to influence a Swedish league game

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West Brom get Sako boost ahead of West Midlands derby

The Baggies might have to make do without Hal-Robson Kanu, but the Mali international’s imminent return could not have been at a better time

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Gareth Bale ‘surprised’ at Salah's Puskas win

The Egypt international was the winner of Fifa's best goal of the year award - an unpopular choice though

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Ballon d'Or: Salah named sixth best, Mane ranked 22nd

The Liverpool stars were the only Africans on the shortlist and were rewarded for their efforts as Croatia star Luka Modric was named winner

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Klopp explains Salah, Firmino substitutions vs. Everton

The German tactician explained his decision to change the attackers, leaving the Senegal forward on the pitch

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Tottenham fan arrested after throwing banana skin at Aubameyang

The Gabon forward struck twice to help the Gunners secure a come-from-behind victory at the Emirates on Sunday

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Salah: ‘Merseyside derby is something different’

The forward has played once in the derby, scoring the best goal of the year in that tie, and Sunday evening presents him with another chance

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Kessie scores winner in Milan's comeback vs. Parma

The Cote d'Ivoire midfielder scored his third league goal of the season as his side moved to fourth place in the log

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Red-hot Abraham strikes as Villa halt Middlesbrough's run

The Chelsea loanee continued from where he stopped in midweek, netting one of the goals that ended their hosts' eight-game unbeaten run

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‘They called me Ronaldinho’ - Mane on Brazilian superstar comparison

The Senegal star is currently one of the best players in his position, his moniker from young, however, gave a hint into how good he would become

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Koulibaly has no regrets choosing Senegal over France

The in-demand Napoli defender was born and raised in France but opted to represent his parents’ country internationally

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Chelsea winger Victor Moses out of PAOK clash

Alongside Eden Hazard, the ex-Nigeria international will sit out the visit of the Greek top-flight outfit

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Kessie on target as Lazio's late rally deny Milan win

The Cote d'Ivoire midfielder thought to have netted the winner at the Stadio Olimpico but for Correa's late equaliser

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Aubameyang's strike ends Arsenal's three-game winless run

After three successive draws with Liverpool, Sporting and Wolves, the Gabon striker second-half strike saw the Gunners return to winning ways

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Keita Balde breaks Inter Milan duck in style

The forward registered his first Inter goals and also assisted one as they defeated their visitors to grab a ninth league win

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Klopp shrugs off Salah-Ramos goal celebration comparison

The Egypt winger opened the scoring as the Reds hammered Javi Gracia's men at Vicarage Road but celebrated his effort in a questionable manner

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Klopp: 'Keita is a long-term project for Liverpool'

The former RB Leipzig midfielder has been pegged back by injury problems after a promising beginning at Anfield

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Klopp hits back at Egypt coach for Salah comments

The Pharaohs' Argentine gaffer said the 26-year-old star forward may swap clubs if the Reds fail to lift a trophy “in a season or two"

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Dortmund teenage star Moukoko eyes Ballon d’Or

The Yaounde-born Germany youth international is currently one of the young hottest prospects around the world and has set the highest target possible

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Rohr set to ring the changes in Nigeria vs. Uganda friendly

The German tactician has hinted at resting Ezenwa, with the other two goalkeepers set for runouts amongst other changes

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Obafemi makes Ireland debut as Nigeria, England miss out

The 18-year-old came on for his maiden international appearance with the Boys in Green, thus, bringing an end to speculations about his future

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Aguirre wants more than one Salah in Egypt team

The Liverpool star once again showed why he is one of the best players in the world, netting a sensational late winner against the Carthage Eagles

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Salah apologises to young fan for scoring late vs. Tunisia

The Goal 50 third best player in the world got a last-gasp winner to help the Pharaohs secure a victory against their rivals

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Obafemi 'all in' for Ireland amid Nigeria, England speculations

The teenager was named among the substitutes against Northern Ireland but failed to get some minutes

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‘Young’ Super Eagles’ future excites cheerleading Ogu

The 30-year-old is part of Nigeria's set-up for South Africa and Uganda games, and has offered a hint into how exciting the future would be...

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Nigeria set to lose Southampton teenager Obafemi to Ireland

The 18-year-old is set for his international bow with the European nation, with the Super Eagles set to miss out on his talent

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Klopp: Keita’s departure for Guinea game is ‘brilliant’

Last time out, the midfielder returned early after he picked up an injury and only returned against Fulham on Sunday afternoon

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Chukwueze makes Super Eagles statement with first LaLiga goal

The 19-year-old, recently called up, couldn't have found a perfect time to net his maiden league goal than a week before national team assignment

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Khazri stars in Saint Etienne's win vs. Reims

The Tunisian maestro, 27, had a hand in both goals as his side the maximum points at the Stade Geoffroy-Guichard on Saturday evening

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Arsenal target Nicolas Pepe fires blank in Lille stalemate

The in-demand 23-year-old could not add to his eight-goal league haul nor help his team return to winning ways

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Boutaib stars in Yeni Malatyaspor's big win

The Morocco striker was directly involved in two of the five unreplied goals his side put past the visitors

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Odey fires blank as FC Zurich fall to Bayer Leverkusen

The 20-year-old could not follow up with his first-leg heroics as the Swiss outfit lost out by the odd goal in Germany

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Carcela scores as Standard Liege crumble at Krasnodar

The Belgian outfit were set for a win courtesy the Morocco international's early opener but for a late pair of strikes

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‘I didn't use any magic potion!’ - Kalidou Koulibaly on Kylian Mbappe duel

The Naples outfit played the Parisians twice within the past few weeks and the highly rated defender was crucial in helping them secure draws

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Assale on target, Sanogo dismissed as Young Boys suffer UCL defeat

The Cote d'Ivoire striker scored the leveller for his side, but they were eventually outclassed in Spain

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Diame: Watford win could be Newcastle's defining moment

The Magpies secured their maiden victory of the season with a spirited display against Javi Gracia's men

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Marega stars as Porto sweep past Lokomotiv Moscow

The striker assisted the opener before doubling his side's lead as they put four past their Russian visitors

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Sarri admits Chelsea’s Zaha struggle in Palace win

The Blues defeated Roy Hodgson’s men 3-1 at Stamford Bridge, but had to deal with overtures from the Cote d’Ivoire international

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Onuachu scores in Esbjerg draw as Midtjylland lose Superliga lead

The lanky forward had struck what looked like the winner after the hour mark, but the hosts ensured the points were split with a last-gasp finish

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Watford's Isaac Success up for Goal of the Month prize

The Nigeria international netted his first league goal in two years and the effort has been shortlisted for October's best

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Onyango, Miya top Uganda 30-man list for Nigeria friendly

The veteran Mamelodi Sundowns goalkeeper and the talented Croatia-based attacking midfielder have been named for the Cranes' fixtures in November

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Mahrez nominated for Man City Player of the Month award

After starting the month in the worst possible way at Anfield, the winger turned the corner to become one of City's best performers for the first time

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Mahrez nominated for Man City Player of the Month award

After starting the month in the worst possible way at Anfield, the winger turned the corner to become one of City's best performers for the first time

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'Mikel not a must in Eagles', says Ikpeba

Again, the Tianjin Teda midfielder will miss out of the Super Eagles' upcoming clashes

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Mahrez's early strike sees Man City regain top spot

The Algeria international scored the all-important goal as Pep Guardiola's men displaced Liverpool at the summit of the English top-flight log

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Klopp 'completely happy' with injured Mane after Cardiff display

The winger has had to play through the pain since returning to England and delivered two goals against the Bluebirds

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Success breaks PL dock after two years, four months

The striker, who's had to overcome several hurdles since moving to England, will heave a sigh of relief after converting off a training ground routine

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Klopp: 'Matip will play in 97% of PL, Bundesliga clubs'

Ahead of Cardiff's visit, the German tactician talked up the chances of the Cameroon international, who is in 'outstanding shape'

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Naby Keita ruled out of Cardiff clash

The Guinea midfielder will continue his spell on the sidelines after returning from this month's international duty injured

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Shakhtar's Kayode hit with three-game ban

The Nigeria international stamped a Desna defender and was showed a straight red card which will see him miss their derby against Dynamo Kyiv

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Fifty-goal Salah should be thankful to teammates - Klopp

The 26-year-old became the fastest Reds player to reach the landmark 50 goals after a pair of strikes in their 4-0 win at Anfield

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Hakimi produces wing-back masterclass in Dortmund rout of Atletico

The Bundesliga Rookie of the Month for September was making his Champions League debut for Dortmund, and had a hand in all but one of the goals

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Fikayo Tomori granted permission to play against Chelsea

The young defender has been offered a chance to shine in the Rams’ colour against his parent club

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MOTM Iwobi revels in Arsenal’s thrilling comeback victory

The Gunners put up a masterclass in the second half, completing a comeback against their ambitious visitors

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Iwobi: 'Good chemistry' rubbing off ‘confident’ Arsenal

The Gunners continued their winning spree, coming from behind to beat Claude Puel's men in Monday night encounter at the Emirates

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Wan-Bissaka: ‘Crystal Palace need to bounce back!’

The right-back bemoaned his side's unfortunate loss at Goodison Park but insists they must get back up heading into a very tough period

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Starting Success alone helped Watford beat Wolves

The Spaniard dropped his trusted two-striker approach and opted for the Nigeria forward up top as the Hornets won their first game in a while

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Hodgson hails Zaha-Townsend strike partnership

The Cote d’Ivoire star was joined in attack by another wideman and, although, they ended up losing, Hodgson is pleased with their contributions

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Van Dijk ‘not worried at all’ about Salah’s form

The Netherland is unfazed about his Egyptian teammate’s present situation, opting to stick to the ‘positive side’

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Palace more than ‘top player’ Wilfried Zaha - Tomkins

Results have shown that the Eagles are heavily reliant on the Cote d’Ivoire international, but the defender objects to such

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Baxter reveals Rohr’s warning ahead of 'frustrating' Seychelles draw

Gavin Jeanne's men held their superior visitors to a 0-0 draw, after being mauled a few days earlier in South Africa

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Match Report: Libya 2 Nigeria 3

The Super Eagles now stay at the top of their group standings as they endured a scare in Tunisia to claim a third consecutive victory

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Hegazi scores in Egypt's win ahead of West Brom duty

The towering defender was on the scoresheet as the Pharaohs secured another win over Swaziland and will hope to translate the form to Saturday's clash

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Jamilu Collins good enough to displace Idowu as Nigeria's left-back

According to the Germany based ex-Nigeria international, the 24-year-old is a better fit than the Lokomotiv Moscow and should be first choice

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Salah out for Ian Rush's Manchester City record

The winger will hope to get at least a goal in Sunday's top-of-the-log encounter to, again, emulate the Reds’ great

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Guardiola: ‘Salah eight or nine years away from Aguero's class’

Both star forwards are set to play crucial roles in the top-of-the-table clash at Anfield on Sunday evening

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Rangers move a step up from Sunderland - Ejaria

The Anglo-Nigerian now play in the Scottish top-flight and in Europe under the guidance of former Reds legend Steven Gerrard

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Nigeria trainee Eze gets maiden England U20 call-up

The young midfielder had previously kicked about with the Nigeria national team in March 2017

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Alex Iwobi: ‘There’s no pressure on me’

The Nigeria international has enjoyed a blissful start to the season, culminating in his nomination for his club’s September Player of the Month award

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Mane, Firmino's movements didn't help Liverpool

The German handler felt the attacking duo didn't understand what was required of them as they lost out to a late Insigne goal in Italy

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Klopp gives update on Naby Keita's injury

The central midfielder was stretchered off 19 minutes into his Champions League debut for the Reds

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‘Too much has been expected of Salah’ - Carragher

There are concerns over the Egypt international showings this season, which has been below last season's standard

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Ayew and Co. charged to relieve Zaha

The Cote d'Ivoire international has got three of the Eagles’ four goals in the league this term and the gaffer wants more from the other attackers

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Bong hails Brighton's organisation in Man City loss

The Seagulls put in a spirited display against the English Premier League champions and did well to prevent the Citizens from running riot

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Emery wants Iwobi to continue influencing Arsenal matches

The Super Eagle continued with his impressive form, having a hand in both Arsenal goals in their 2-0 win over Javi Gracia's side

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Tottenham’s Serge Aurier opens up on ‘calming down’

The right-back earned an infamous reputation with his loose cannon attitude on and off the pitch, but becoming a father has seen him turn a new leaf

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Rohr, Mikel snub Ronaldo & Salah for Fifa Best Awards votes

The Super Eagles coach and captain both went for Modric in their votes, ditching the Juventus and Liverpool forwards

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Shakhtar's Olanrewaju Kayode is ‘back, fit & Strong!’

The 25-year-old played for 19 minutes in Sunday's Ukrainian Premier League fixture; his first taste of action since May 19

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‘Ola Aina’s goal is to return to Chelsea’

The Nigeria wing-back's loan deal with Torino includes an option to buy was but his eyes are set on making the grade at the Stamford Bridge outfit

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Mahrez: ‘Scoring isn’t the final thing’

The summer signing opened his Citizens account with two goals against the Premier League newcomers at the weekend

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Matip: Away teams should fear Anfield

The Cameroon international started his first game since March, and starred in what was a record win for the Reds

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Goalscoring performance vs. Southampton a ‘good step’ for Matip

The Cameroon international started his first game for the Kops this season and put in a decent shift, capped with a goal

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‘Inter know how to win difficult games’ - Keita Balde

Within the space of four days, the Nerazzurri have had to dig deep to secure two victories against Spurs and Marco Giampaolo's men

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Zaha is Crystal Palace’s all-time best - Johnson

The ex-Eagles striker believes the winger has done enough to become the club's number one player of all time

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Kessie: ‘AC Milan need Higuain mentality’

Gennaro Gattuso's men hunt for a win on Sunday after sharing the spoils the last time out in the Italian top-flight

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Arsenal's ‘great’ Europa League start excites Iwobi

The Nigeria international returned to the starting lineup after battling illness and showed no sign of slowing down as the Gunners secured victory

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Samuel Chukwueze makes Villarreal debut in Rangers draw

The former U17 World Cup winner was brought on for his first taste of senior football as the hosts chased a win against Steven Gerrard's men

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Cornet stars as less-fancied Lyon stun Man City

The 21-year-old impressed as Bruno Genesio's side surprised the English Champions at home

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‘Incumbent Pinnick has an edge’ in NFF presidential election

The election for the next president of the country's football takes place in Katsina on Thursday

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Bruce hail Abraham, Bolasie after goalscoring home debuts

The summer signings scored two delightful goals to help the Villains defeat Rotherham on Tuesday evening

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Ndiaye sees red in Galatasaray's UCL win

The Turkish champions saw off their first Group D opposition with three unreplied goals but saw their midfielder expelled late in the game

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Salah 'equal' with Ronaldo & Modric - Egypt coach Aguirre

After missing out on Europe's top individual award, Salah is again pitted against the two, and others for world's most prestigious personal honour

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Salah, Mane & Firmino over Neymar, Mbappe & Cavani

The Reds open their UCL campaign against the French champions at Anfield on Tuesday evening

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Salah: ‘Liverpool can win both EPL and Champions League’

Last season's finalist begin another quest for glory when they square up against the Parisians on Tuesday

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McArthur: Zaha gets ‘unfair’ treatments from Premier League refs

On Saturday, the Cote d'Ivoire international was on the receiving end of another rash challenge

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Newcastle's Diame hopes for winning run after tough openers

A trip to Selhurst Park appears all the Magpies need after opening the 2018-19 campaign with ‘big games’

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