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Man City vs. Chelsea head-to-head record

Chelsea and Manchester City played out a thriller at Stamford Bridge on November 12 last year. They meet again in their opening game of the 2024/25 season on August 18, 2024.

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Guardiola confirms extent of Oscar Bobb's broken leg in huge blow to Man City

21-year-old Norway international Oscar Bobb figured to be a key contributor for Man City this season, but for now will have to wait for his introduction to significant first-team minutes after a potentially serious injury setback.

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Olympic soccer bracket: Men's knockout games at Paris 2024

The men's Olympic football tournament has reached the knockout stages. This is the path to glory at Paris 2024.

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Olympic men's soccer standings at Paris 2024

A new champion will be crowned at the men's football tournament at Paris 2024. Brazil won gold at the previous two Games but failed to qualify this time around.

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Why is boxing taking place at Roland-Garros?

Roland-Garros is synonymous with some of the greatest tennis stars of all time. But at the Paris Olympics, boxing's next generation will take centre stage at the clay court Mecca.

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Why Terence Crawford isn't boxing's P4P No. 1

Terence Crawford is back in action for the first time since masterfully dethroning Errol Spence 12 months ago. In the interim period, Oleksandr Usyk and Naoya Inoue have stolen a march at the top of the P4P rankings.

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Next England manager: Play it safe with Potter, or reach for the stars with Klopp?

Gareth Southgate has stepped down after eight years, 102 games in charge and two European Championship finals with England. Who are the men in the frame to take over the Three Lions?

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Olympic boxing weight classes explained

There are 13 gold medals up for grabs in boxing at the Paris Olympics and more women's categories than ever before in the history of the Games.

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Barcelona vs. Man City: Latest team news and who might play in preseason friendly

Manchester City played out an entertaining 3-2 defeat to AC Milan in New York. The Premier League's next stop on their U.S. tour is another blockbuster affair against Barcelona in Orlando.

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Djokovic sees off old foe Nadal in straight sets at Olympics

Novak Djokovic overcame his great rival Rafael Nadal 6-1 6-4 to reach the third round of the men’s singles at the Paris Olympics.

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How is Olympic boxing scored? Pros and amateurs compared

Thirteen gold medals are on the line across the men's and women's weight categories at the 2024 Olympic Games. But the fate of most boxers will lie with the ringside judges.

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Why are Man City allowed to sign Savio?

Savio has become Manchester City's first major signing of the summer. But why is the Brazil winger allowed to join the Premier League champions after starring for sister club Girona last season?

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When is Kylian Mbappe's first Real Madrid game?

Kylian Mbappe received a rapturous reception from a packed Santiago Bernabeu during his Real Madrid presentation. But fans might have to wait for his first match in the famous white shirt.

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Where will Kylian Mbappe play for Real Madrid?

Kylian Mbappe has finally made his dream move from Paris Saint-Germain to Real Madrid. But how will Carlo Ancelotti fit him in alongside Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham?

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Mbappe: Real Madrid is the club of my dreams

Kylian Mbappe completed his long-anticipated move to Real Madrid when his Paris Saint-Germain contract expired last month. On Wednesday, he meets his public at the Santiago Bernabeu.

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The Sporting News Best 11 for Euro 2024: Champions Spain dominate with five picks

Spain made it seven wins out of seven at Euro 2024 as their 2-1 victory over England in Berlin completed a majestic march to glory. Luis de la Fuente's side is heavily represented in The Sporting News' team of the tournament.

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Rashford, Mount, Casemiro return as Man United lose preseason opener to Rosenborg

Marcus Rashford, Mason Mount and Casemiro all started Manchester United's opening preseason friendly away to Rosenborg. The hosts hit the post four times before Noah Holm snatched a 1-0 win in stoppage time.

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Spain move away from Barca and Madrid to tease new era of dominance

Mikel Oyarzabal's 86th-minute goal sunk England to give Spain Euro 2024 glory. Imitating La Roja's 2008-2012 heroics will take some doing but another golden era is within reach.

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Jude Bellingham Euro 2024 stats: How Real Madrid star helped England reach final

Following on from his Champions League and La Liga heroics with Real Madrid this season, Jude Bellingham provided the example for his England teammates to follow by rescuing the Three Lions at Euro 2024.

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Spain make Euros history as England endure more final heartbreak

Nico Williams gave Spain a deserved lead early in the second half of the Euro 2024 final before Cole Palmer came of the bench to equalise for England. But another substitute, Mikel Oyarzabal, had the final word.

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Players to win multiple European Championships

Italy were unable to retain the European Championship as Spain lifted the trophy after Euro 2024. As history shows, players with multiple wins are a rare breed.

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Why Man United have signed Netherlands forward Joshua Zirkzee

Joshua Zirkzee, who was part of the Netherlands' squad at Euro 2024, has signed for Manchester United from Bologna. Why are the Red Devils so excited by his arrival?

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Gareth Southgate: An English love story of glory and loathing

Gareth Southgate has been a hero, a villain and everything in between over an association with the England national football team spanning four decades. A shot at ultimate glory and catharsis comes in this weekend's Euro 2024 final against Spain.

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Watkins' last-gasp winner breaks Dutch hearts and sends England into Euro 2024 final

Ollie Watkins scored a last-minute goal to exist in England football folklore and book a Euro 2024 final date with Spain. Xavi Simons's superb goal gave the Netherlands an early lead before Harry Kane equalised from the penalty spot.

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Where is Frenkie de Jong? Dutch star missing at Euro 2024

Frenkie de Jong is one of Europe's leading midfielders. So why isn't he representing the Netherlands at Euro 2024?

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Argentina troll Drake after Canada Copa America bet backfires

Drake had probably seen just about enough from Argentina after Lionel Messi and Co. beat Canada 2-0 in the Copa America semifinal. Then they brought up Kendrick Lamar.

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Everything to know about Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman

Ronald Koeman is in his second spell in charge of the Netherlands national team ahead of Wednesday's Euro 2024 semifinal. And he has history with England.

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Bielsa: Uruguay close on crowning glory for soccer's most influential coach

Marcelo Bielsa has inspired coaches around the world. A Uruguay triumph at the 2024 Copa America would rubber-stamp that phenomenal legacy.

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From bribery scandal to Bellingham row: Who is England vs. Netherlands referee Felix Zwayer

England face the Netherlands in a compelling Euro 2024 semifinal. The sense of intrigue has only been heightened by the controversial appointment of Felix Zwayer as referee.

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Who is referee for Argentina vs. Canada Copa America semifnal?

Holders Argentina take on surprise package Canada in the semifinals of the Copa America on Tuesday. But who is the man in the middle for the game at MetLife Stadium?

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Netherlands to face England after Dutch double downs entertaining Turkey

Samet Akaydin headed Turkey into a halftime lead in the Euro 2024 semifinal but the Netherlands hit back through Stefan de Vrij and a Mert Mulder own goal settled matters. They will face England in the semis.

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England's perfect penalties see them into Euro 2024 semifinals

England beat Switzerland on penalties in the quarterfinals of Euro 2024 after the game finished 1-1.

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What language does the Swiss national football team speak?

Switzerland have impressed on their run to the quarterfinals of Euro 2024. How do the players from a multi-lingual nation communicate on the pitch?

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Kylian Mbappe's European Championship stats

Kylian Mbappe inspired France to World Cup glory in 2018 and scored a hat-trick as they fell agonisingly short in the 2022 final. But what is the Paris Saint-Germain star's record in the European Championship?

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France edge past Portugal as Joao Felix suffers penalty shootout heartache

Kylian Mbappe played through the pain to keep his Euro 2024 dream alive as France beat Portugal 5-3 on penalties after a dour goalless draw in Hamburg.

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Merino breaks Germany hearts to drag Spain into Euro 2024 semis

Mikel Merino broke Germany hearts with a 119th-minute winner that stole a 2-1 extra-time win for Spain in a gripping Stuttgart quarterfinal at Euro 2024.

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England vs. Switzerland head-to-head record

England face Switzerland in the quarterfinals of Euro 2024 on Saturday. The historic head-to-head between the two nations is pretty one-sided.

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Argentina Copa America squad 2024: Final list confirmed

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez is back in the Argentina squad after an injury-wrecked season but Paulo Dybala is not in the 2024 Copa America roster.

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Who is Jacob Fearnley? Rising British tennis star faces Djokovic at Wimbledon

Novak Djokovic is aiming for an eighth Wimbledon title in 2024. In round two at SW19, he faces a rising star of British tennis in Jacob Fearnley.

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Ronaldo vs. Mbappe: Does France star boast a better record at this age?

Kylian Mbappe is now officially a Real Madrid player. Can he and his France teammates take down Cristiano Ronaldo, the man his new employers want him to emulate?

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Why Erik ten Hag has been given a new contract at Manchester United

After months of speculation over his future, Erik ten Hag has signed a new contract to remain as Manchester United manager. Can the Dutchman build on his 2024 FA Cup triumph?

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Demiral at the double as Turkey down Austria's entertainers at Euro 2024

Merih Demiral was Turkey’s unlikely double goalscoring hero before Austria hit back through Michael Gregoritsch. But Vincenzo Montella's side hung on to secure a Euro 2024 quarterfinal against the Netherlands.

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Vinicius, Neymar, and the joy and burden of being Brazil's main man

Vinicius Junior looks to be thriving in Neymar's absence at the Copa America, but what lessons can be learned from the polarising career of his great friend?

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Can Cristiano Ronaldo win Euro 2024 with Portugal?

Euro 2024 could prove to be Cristiano Ronaldo's last tilt at major international honours. His Portugal team are in fine form under Roberto Martinez.

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France edge past Belgium after Vertonghen heartbreak

France and Belgium were each short of their best once again but an own goal from veteran defender Jan Vertonghen saw Didier Deschamps' side edge into the quarterfinals.

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Bellingham and Kane save England from Slovakia humiliation

England face Slovakia in Euro 2024's Round of 16 desperate to progress to the quarterfinals and prove they really are contenders for the trophy. Ivan Schranz gave the underdogs a first-half lead.

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Argentina vs. Peru lineups with Messi on bench for Copa America match

Argentina have already qualified after claiming two wins from two at the Copa America. Lionel Messi does not start the clash after suffering a slight injury in the last match with Chile, but has been included on the bench.

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Germany vs. Denmark lineups, starting 11, team news

Germany take on Denmark in Euro 2024 action in the knockout stages. Here's the latest team news and lineup information for the match.

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Watch Switzerland vs. Italy: Stream, TV, lineups, and team news

Italy left it late to secure their place in the Round of 16 at Euro 2024. Luciano Spalletti's holders face a Switzerland side that was undefeated in Group A and a late equaliser away from beating Germany.

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Switzerland vs. Italy official lineups, starting 11, team news

Italy and Switzerland are each winless in their past two Euro 2024 matches heading into the knockout stages but Murat Yakin's team appear to be in better form.

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Penalty kick and extra-time rules at Euro 2024

We've reached the point in Euro 2024 where there's only win or lose, no draw. Here, The Sporting News looks at all the details around extra time, penalty kicks and the rules involved for the knockout matches.

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Watch Germany vs. Denmark: Stream, TV, lineups, and team news

Host Germany showed some fallibility in their final group game against Switzerland but they enter the Euro 2024 knockout stage as favourites to beat a Denmark side that has drawn all three of their matches.

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Cristiano Ronaldo record against Portugal's Euro 2024 opponents

Cristiano Ronaldo has embarked upon what is surely his final tilt at European Championship glory in Germany at Euro 2024. Here's his record against the teams Portugal will face in the group stage.

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Belgium through to face France, Ukraine out after Stuttgart stalemate

All four Group E teams finished on four points after the final round of Euro 2024 matches. Belgium are through and Ukraine the odd ones out after their goalless draw in Stuttgart.

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Georgia vs. Portugal lineups, starting 11, team news

Portugal are safely through to the Euro 2024 knockout stages as Group F winners after two wins out of two. Could that create an opportunity for surprise package Georgia?

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Why did Denmark finish second in Group C at Euro 2024?

Denmark finished second in Group C at Euro 2024 to set up a last-16 encounter with Germany. But why were they above a Slovenia side with whom they were level on points, head-to-head record, goal difference and goals scored?

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England top Euro 2024 Group C despite Slovenia bore draw

England played out a frustrating 0-0 draw against Slovenia but progressed as Group C winners at Euro 2024 as Denmark and a now-eliminated Serbia shared the same scoreline.

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Mbappe and Lewandowski trade penalties as Poland deny France top spot in Euro 2024 Group D

Kylian Mbappe scored from the penalty spot on his Euro 2024 return for France, but Robert Lewandowski did likewise for Poland. The upshot of the 1-1 draw is Austria qualifying as Group D winners with France behind them in second.

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England vs. Slovenia lineups, starting 11, team news

Gareth Southgate has made changes to his midfield setup heading into England's Group C game against Slovenia at Euro 2024. Victory will seal top spot for the Three Lions.

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Watch England vs. Slovenia: Stream, TV, lineups, and team news

England know a win over Slovenia will guarantee top spot in Group C at Euro 2024, but Gareth Southgate's talent-stacked squad badly need a performance that measures up to their capabilities.

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Brazil are a fading force — but don't write them off at Copa America 2024

Brazil headed into 2024 in disarray but there have been signs of recovery under veteran head coach Dorival Junior. Is it enough to make the Selecao genuine contenders for Copa America glory?

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What happened to Christian Eriksen at Euro 2020?

Christian Eriksen enjoyed a fairytale return to the European Championship finals with Denmark, three years on from the shocking events in Copenhagen that left fans around the world fearing for his life and career.

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Mexico vs. Jamaica lineups, starting 11, team news for Copa America

Jamaica are aiming to get points on the board for the first time in the Copa America. But they head into their opening Group B game against Mexico and the tournament as a whole without their star attacker.

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Turkey vs. Portugal confirmed lineups, starting 11, team news

Portugal battled to a dramatic opening win over Czechia at Euro 2024, while Turkey enjoyed a thrill ride against Georgia. Can Cristiano Ronaldo open his account for the tournament in Dortmund?

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France saved by VAR as Netherlands rue disallowed Simons goal

France and the Netherlands each battled to wins in their first Euro 2024 Group D games. They played out a 0-0 draw in Leipzig that pretty much ensures they will go through to the knockout phase.

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Netherlands vs. France expected lineups, starting 11, team news: Mbappe on the bench

Kylian Mbappe's broken nose has become one of the major talking points of Euro 2024. Will the superstar forward be able to play in Frace's pivotal Group D matchup with the Netherlands?

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Natural replacement for Kalvin Phillips? Maybe it's Jude Bellingham, Gareth

England are top of Group C at Euro 2024 and favourites to progress as group winners. But outside of a promising first half-hour against Serbia, Gareth Southgate's side have been wretched. Here are some possible solutions for the embattled Three Lions boss.

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Argentina vs. Canada lineups, starting 11, team news for Copa America opener

Lionel Messi will look to continue the glorious autumn of his international career at the 2024 Copa America. But who will partner him in attack for Argentina against Canada?

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Calafiori own goal gives swaggering Spain deserved win over Italy

Spain needed a Riccardo Calafiori own goal to defeat Italy 1-0 at Euro 2024, but Luis de la Fuente's side produced another special performance to reach the knockout rounds with a game to spare in Group B.

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Shambles for Southgate as Denmark hold England after Kane opener

Harry Kane was on target once again against Denmark but England delivered another poor performance at Euro 2024 as Morten Hjulmand netted a wonderful equaliser.

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Spain vs. Italy confirmed lineups, starting 11, team news

Spain were impressive as they swept Croatia aside in their Euro 2024 opener but they left Berlin with injury questions over Rodri and captain Alvaro Morata heading into the heavyweight Group B clash with Italy.

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England vs. Denmark confirmed lineups, starting 11, team news

Both England and Denmark started their opening Euro 2024 Group C games brightly and faded. Gareth Southgate and Kasper Hjulmand have kept changes to a minimum for this next match.

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Watch England vs. Denmark: Stream, TV, lineups, and team news

England and Denmark meet Thursday in Frankfurt in a re-run of their Euro 2020 semifinal. Victory would seal the Three Lions' spot in the knockout stages of Euro 2024.

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Premier League players at the Copa America

English eyes will primarily be drawn to events at Euro 2024, but there is also plenty of Premier League interest in the Copa America. Lionel Messi and Argentina will defend their title in the United States.

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Germany through to knockouts as Musiala and Gundogan shine

Jamal Musiala made it two goals in two Euro 2024 matches before Germany captain Ilkay Gundogan sealed a 2-0 win over Hungary and qualification to the knockout stages with a game to spare.

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Germany vs. Hungary confirmed lineups, starting 11, team news

Germany got off to a flying start at Euro 2024 with a 5-1 victory over Scotland. The hosts will try to maintain their momentum against Hungary, who lost an entertaining opening game 3-1 to Switzerland.

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Ronaldo following the Messi path with Portugal at Euro 2024

Cristiano Ronaldo is both a fading force and Portugal's talisman. As they battled to a 2-1 win over Czechia, Roberto Martinez's men showed they can succeed and help the record-breaking striker to thrive.

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Is there a winter break in the 2024/25 Premier League?

Premier League fans learned the fixture schedule for the 2024/25 season in June, but will there be a mid-season break for clubs as was the case last term?

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Ronaldo, Mbappe, and the biggest stars of Euro 2024

Euro 2024 will bring together some of the biggest stars in world football. Here, we run through nine of the best aiming for continental glory.

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Slovakia stun Belgium as VAR denies Lukaku Euro 2024 equaliser

Belgium slipped to a shock defeat in their opening game of Euro 2024 as Ivan Schranz's early goal sealed a 1-0 win for Slovakia in Frankfurt.

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Bellingham the difference as England slog past Serbia

England and Gareth Southgate continue their quest for a major trophy at Euro 2024. First up for the Three Lions, it was Serbia in Gelsenkirchen.

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England vs. Serbia confirmed lineups, starting 11, team news

England begin their latest bid to end a near six-decade trophy drought when they entertain Serbia at Euro 2024. Trent Alexander-Arnold will start Sunday's game in Gelsenkirchen in midfield.

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Poland vs. Netherlands lineups, starting 11, team news

Poland and the Netherlands will aim to put some recent tournament disappointments behind them at Euro 2024. Michał Probierz's side will be without star striker Robert Lewandowski.

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Italy vs. Albania confirmed lineups, starting 11, Euro 2024 team news

Holders Italy kickoff their Euro 2024 campaign against Group B outsiders Albania. Luciano Spalletti's side can scarcely afford a slip-up as they face Spain and Croatia in a tough section.

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Fabian Ruiz and Lamine Yamal dazzle as Spain down Croatia at Euro 2024

Spain got their Euro 2024 campaign off to a superb start with a 3-0 win over Croatia. Alvario Morata, Fabian Ruiz and Dani Carvajal got the goals.

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Musiala dazzles for five-star Germany as Scotland suffer Euro 2024 thrashing

Germany made an emphatic statement on the opening night of Euro 2024 as they demolished 10-man Scotland 5-1 in Munich — the biggest first-game victory in European Championship history.

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England Euro 2024 squad: Southgate's chosen players for tournament

Gareth Southgate has named his final England squad for 2024, featuring Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, and Bukayo Saka.

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Ukraine 2012: The greatest Olympic boxing team of all-time?

While Oleksandr Gvozdyk is a big underdog in his bout with the undefeated David Benavidez, the Ukrainian star has the benefit of a brilliant amateur foundation.

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Enzo Maresca contract, salary at Chelsea: How much have they paid Leicester?

Enzo Maresca is the fourth permanent Chelsea manager of the Todd Boehly era at Stamford Bridge. How much will the Italian tactician cost?

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Who won Champions League final 2024?

Real Madrid toiled for the first hour of the 2024 UEFA Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund before goals from Dani Carvajal and Vinicius Junior sealed victory.

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Which players have won the most UEFA Champions League titles?

Real Madrid are the most successful team in UEFA Champions League history. Their players dominate a list of the most successful individuals in Europe's premier club tournament.

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UEFA Champions League final team news: Will Courtois start?

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has a key decision to make in goal ahead of the UEFA Champions League final. Borussia Dortmund appear to have hit upon a winning formula.

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Marco Reus: Dortmund's greatest ever poised for fairytale UCL final farewell

Nothing has come easily to Marco Reus in an elite career that refused to bow to injury setbacks. Borussia Dortmund's last man standing can say farewell with Champions League glory against Real Madrid.

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Pep Guardiola coaching tree: From Alonso and Ten Hag to Kompany and Maresca

Vincent Kompany's appointment as Bayern Munich boss and Enzo Maresca's move to Chelsea underlined Pep Guardiola's huge influence upon elite football in the modern era.

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What is Borussia Dortmund's record in UEFA finals?

Borussia Dortmund are the underdogs heading into Saturday's UEFA Champions League final against Real Madrid at Wembley. It is a role that suits the Bundesliga giants just fine.

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Catterall calls out Teofimo after settling score with Taylor

Jack Catterall ended his long wait for victory over Josh Taylor and can now get on with the business of winning world titles at super lightweight. Teofimo Lopez is in his sights.

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Will United still sack Ten Hag after FA Cup final win?

Manchester United face Manchester City in the FA Cup final on Saturday. A report by The Guardian suggests it will be Erik ten Hag's final game as manager.

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Have Man United or Man City won more trophies?

Manchester City are the dominant force in this era of English football. But how do they compare to Manchester United in historical terms?

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How much prize money do FA Cup winners Man United earn?

Manchester United shocked rivals Man City in a re-run of last season's FA Cup final on Saturday, securing a pot of prize money alongside the famous old trophy.

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Who won the 2024 FA Cup final? Garnacho and Mainoo stun Man City

Manchester City faced Manchester United in a re-run of last season's FA Cup final. After losing 2-1 on that occasion, Erik ten Hag's side tore up the script and reversed that scoreline thanks to first-half goals from Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo in 2024.

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Top scorers in the Manchester derby: Haaland, Foden closing on top 10

Manchester City face Manchester United in a re-run of last season's FA Cup final. Erling Haaland has six goals in his first five appearances in the fixture.

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Man United and Liverpool did it for years: Walker demands lasting Man City dominance

Manchester City face Manchester United in a re-run of last season's FA Cup final this weekend. The mood around both club's could not be more different.

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Why 'Hate Runs Deep' between Josh Taylor and Jack Catterall

Twenty-seven months have passed since Josh Taylor claimed a controversial points win over Jack Catterall. World titles are not on the line this time, but careers are.

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Lookman hat-trick gives Atalanta Europa League glory over Leverkusen invincibles

Bayern Leverkusen were looking to add the UEFA Europa League to their Bundesliga crown and continue their phenomenal unbeaten season against Atalanta in Dublin but Ademola Lookman's stunning hat-trick tore up the script.

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Pochettino leaves Chelsea: Latest updates on Stamford Bridge exit

Chelsea are once again searching for a new manager. Who might replace Pochettino at Stamford Bridge and what's next for the ex-PSG and Spurs boss?

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When Pep Guardiola may leave Man City

Pep Guardiola led Manchester City to their fourth consecutive Premier League title in 2023/24. The former Barcelona and Bayern Munich boss has won six times in eight seasons in England overall.

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Arne Slot tactics and style of play as Liverpool confirm appointment

Arne Slot was officially named the next Liverpool manager on May 20, 2024. The Feyenoord coach has some notable parallels with the Anfield icon.

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Arne Slot contract, salary and compensation for new Liverpool manager

Liverpool have moved quickly to line up Jurgen Klopp's successor. But how much did Arne Slot set them back financially and how much is the new manager being paid?

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Why is Jurgen Klopp leaving Liverpool? Reasons behind his Anfield exit

Jurgen Klopp stunned Liverpool fans after announcing that this season would be his last at Anfield.

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How much money do Premier League winners make?

Manchester City won a fourth consecutive Premier League title in 2023/24, and such achievements pay very well in England's top division.

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Why Jurgen Klopp is right about his great rival Pep Guardiola

Manchester City's latest slice of history will be accompanied by ever-more frenzied talk around 115 charges and the club ownership. Pep Guardiola's great rival Jurgen Klopp cut through the noise.

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Is Guardiola's Man City the greatest Premier League dynasty?

After their historic treble triumph in 2022/23, Manchester City became the first English team to win four consecutive league titles. But where do they rank among the Premier League's all-time greatest dynasties?

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Has any team ever won four Premier League titles in a row?

Manchester City are aiming for a fourth successive Premier League title. It would be a feat to make Pep Guardiola's side stand apart in English football history.

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Where is the Premier League trophy on the final day?

Manchester City beat Arsenal to the Premier League title on the final day of the 2023/24 campaign.

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Foden and Rodri fire Man City to fourth straight Premier League title

Manchester City must beat West Ham on the final day of the Premier League season to secure a historic fourth successive title. FWA and Premier League player of the year Phil Foden netted a brilliant first-half brace before Rodri got in on the act.

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How many Premier League titles have Man City won?

Manchester City are chasing a fourth consecutive Premier League title and sixth overall in the Pep Guardiola era. How does their all-time record stack up among English football's heavyweights?

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What Man City must do on final day to be Premier League champions

Manchester City are within touching distance of a fourth consecutive Premier League title after beating Tottenham in their penultimate game. Here's what they need to do on the final day to be crowned champions.

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Why are all Premier League games at the same time today?

All 10 Premier League games kick off at the same time on the final day of the season and it has led to some incredible drama. But why does English football enforce this scheduling quirk?

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Has any team ever lost a Premier League title when starting the final day top?

Manchester City are two points ahead of Arsenal heading into the final day of the Premier League season. It means the title is still up for grabs, but has the team leading on the final day ever missed out in that situation?

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Usyk scrambles Fury to become undisputed heavyweight champion

Oleksandr Usyk was crowned undisputed heavyweight champion via split decision after an enthralling high-quality battle with Tyson Fury in Riyadh.

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Cristiano Ronaldo attends Fury vs. Usyk

Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk’s undisputed heavyweight title fight brought the stars out as expected in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Saturday. Was Cristiano Ronaldo among them?

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Lionel Messi's famous Barcelona "contract" on a napkin sells for $965,000

One of the most famous items in modern football folklore has cost a huge sum of money at auction. Here's the breakdown of what Lionel Messi's famous Barcelona napkin "contract" cost one bidder.

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Which Man United players will be fit for the FA Cup final?

Wayne Rooney accused unnamed Manchester United players of feigning injury so they can be fresh for the FA Cup final on May 25. Who will Erik ten Hag have available to face Manchester City?

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Tyson Fury: Wilder scared me more than Usyk

Tyson Fury believes Oleksandr Usyk is the best fighter he will ever face, but Deontay Wilder remains unmatched for fear factor.

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Ranking Tyson Fury's top five wins

Tyson Fury puts his undefeated record and WBC title on the line this Saturday when he faces Oleksandr Usyk for undisputed glory in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. We've ranked the five best wins of his career.

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Haaland double, Son miss put Guardiola on brink of another Premier League title

A second-half brace from Erling Haaland and some heroics from substitute goalkeeper Stefan Ortega put Manchester City 2-0 up against Tottenham and within touching distance of a fourth consecutive Premier League title.

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Fury: I'm not the fighter I was but experience will beat Usyk

Tyson Fury has arrived in Saudi Arabia in superb shape for his showdown with Oleksandr Usyk. But the Gypsy King concedes he could be a fading force in the boxing ring.

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Tyson Fury's father headbutts Team Usyk member, left bloodied in Saudi

Tyson Fury's father John Fury headbutted a member of Oleksandr Usyk's entourage in Riyadh ahead of their undisputed heavyweight title fight. The 59-year-old was left with blood streaming down his face.

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Man City record at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium: Do Arsenal have hope?

Manchester City have dominated English football under Pep Guardiola but their record at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is implausibly awful. They need a victory there on Tuesday, or Arsenal will have their Premier League title hopes boosted.

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When is Kylian Mbappe's final PSG game?

Kylian Mbappe will bid farewell to Paris Saint-Germain supporters at the Parc des Princes when Luis Enrique's team host Toulouse on Sunday. But he still has more to do with PSG before his June exit.

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Who beat boxing great Vasiliy Lomachenko's as an amateur?

Vasiliy Lomachenko will take on Devin Haney for the undisputed lightweight championship in Las Vegas on May 20. The Ukrainian's amateur record is viewed as one of boxing's most incredible feats.

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Brazil group, bracket, and path to final at 2024 Copa America

Brazil have suffered a dreadful downturn in form during World Cup qualification and Neymar is sidelined with a serious injury. Does their potential route to glory in the Copa America hint at a brighter future?

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Has any soccer team ever gone an entire season unbeaten?

Bayer Leverkusen have completed a historic Bundesliga triumph at Bayern Munich's expense. Can they claim more trophies and go the entire season unbeaten?

Dom Farrell

The anatomy of a Real Madrid remontada

Real Madrid have a proud history of European comebacks. Bayern Munich are just the latest team to feel their wrath.

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Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich head to head: How the most-played Champions League rivalry has panned out

Real Madrid and Bayern Munich have been pitted together once again in the 2023/24 UEFA Champions League semifinals. WIth 20 titles between them, the clubs boast a rich shared history in the competition.

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Joselu's last-gasp double breaks Bayern hearts and puts Madrid in UCL final

Alphonso Davies thought he had fired Bayern Munich into the Champions League final but unheralded Real Madrid substitute Joselu had other ideas.

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Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich lineups, starting 11, team news

Bayern Munich impressed during their 2-2 draw against Real Madrid but Thomas Tuchel's team were beaten by Stuttgart at the weekend and the German has more defensive injury worries.

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Casemiro wages and contract length after damning Carragher verdict

Casemiro endured a torrid evening as an emergency centre-back during Manchester United's 4-0 thrashing at Crystal Palace. Has the esteemed former Real Madrid midfielder reached the end of the line?

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Man United could be missing SIX centre-backs against Crystal Palace

Bruno Fernandes has never missed a Manchester United match through injury but the Portugal midfielder is a doubt for the Red Devils' Premier League trip to Crystal Palace. Harry Maguire will also be absent.

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Haaland on Keane: 'I don't really care about that man'

Roy Keane compared Erling Haaland's play to that of a League Two player. The Man City star gave a withering response after he scored four times against Wolves and there is family history behind this feud.

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How Real Madrid got back on top of LaLiga

A year ago, Real Madrid were second best in their own league and battered and bruised in Europe. Here's how Carlo Ancelotti turned it around at the Santiago Bernabeu.

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Where to watch the 2024 F1 Miami Grand Prix

Two weeks on from Max Verstappen's fourth win of the season in China, the Formula One season returns with the glitz and glamour of the Miami Grand Prix.

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Erling Haaland scores four as Man City punish Wolves

Manchester City thrashed Wolves 5-1 to move within one point of Arsenal at the Premier League summit. Erling Haaland racked up a four-goal haul.

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Man City vs Wolves lineups, starting 11, team news: Foden, Haaland return

Manchester City know four wins from their final four games will guarantee a fourth successive Premier League title and Pep Guardiola has some key men ready to return against Wolves.

Dom Farrell

Saka and Rice shine to keep Arsenal on track

Bukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard and Declan Rice kept Arsenal’s Premier League title challenge on track as they claimed an assured 3-0 victory over Bournemouth.

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Who would win the Inoue vs. Pacquiao fantasy fight?

Naoya Inoue will aim to further cement his status as a modern great when he tangles with Luis Nery. How would a super bantamweight fantasy fight between The Monster and the legendary Manny Pacquiao have played out?

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Fullkrug gives Dortmund Champions League semifinal advantage over PSG

Niclas Fullkrug’s superb goal gave Borussia Dortmund a 1-0 victory in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semifinal against Paris Saint-Germain. Kylian Mbappe hit the post in the second half.

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Dortmund vs PSG lineups, stating 11, team news

Borussia Dortmund and Paris Saint-Germain each progressed from the toughest group in this season's UEFA Champions League. They are reunited in this week's semifinals.

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Bayern and Real Madrid deadlocked after Kane, Vinicius exchange penalties

Harry Kane and Vinicius Junior each scored second-half penalties as Bayern Munich and Real Madrid played out a compelling 2-2- draw in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League semifinal.

Dom Farrell

Premier League clubs vote for 'anchoring' spending cap

Premier League clubs have voted in principle to adopt a spending cap anchored to the commercial income of the division's bottom club from the 2025/26 season.

Dom Farrell

Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid lineups, starting 11, team news

Jude Bellingham was battling a stomach bug last week. Will he face off against England teammate Harry Kane when Real Madrid travel to Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League semifinals.

Dom Farrell

Can players be suspended from the 2024 UEFA Champions League final?

Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain and Borussia Dortmund will continue their quest to reach the Champions League final. But are any of their players at risk of being suspended from the final if they get there?

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Complete list of PSG trophies as French giants win Ligue 1 title

Paris Saint-Germain have dominated French football since their Qatari takeover and became Ligue 1 champions again on April 28, 2024. Here is how many trophies they have won.

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Haaland strikes to keep Premier League title in Man City's hands

Manchester City know they will become Premier League champions if they win all their remaining games. A 2-0 victory over Nottingham Forest, secured by Erling Haaland, kept them on track.

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Arsenal survive late Tottenham scare to extend Premier League lead

Arsenal survived a late scare to beat rivals Tottenham 3-2 in the north London derby and extend their lead at the top of the Premier League table.

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Nottingham Forest vs Man City lineups, starting 11, team news

Manchester City remained on course for a fourth consecutive Premier League title by beating Brighton 4-0 in midweek. Erling Haaland is on the bench for their trip to relegation-threatened Nottingham Forest.

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Tottenham vs Arsenal lineups, starting 11, team news

Arsenal were in sparkling form when they hammered Chelsea 5-0 in midweek. They face another of their bitter rivals on Sunday with a short trip to Tottenham in the north London derby.

Dom Farrell

When were Leicester City last in the Premier League?

Leicester City have secured their return to the Premier League after an impressive campaign under Enzo Maresca. Here, we look at the club's history in England's top flight.

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Who will replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool? The top contenders including Arne Slot

Who will be Liverpool's new manager? That's the question everyone's asking after Jurgen Klopp announced his impending exit. We look at the favorites for the Anfield hot seat.

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West Ham vs Liverpool lineups, starting 11, team news

Liverpool's Premier League title hopes have dwindled amid a run of one win in four matches but Jurgen Klopp's men can apply some pressure to Arsenal and Manchester City with victory at West Ham.

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Everton claim first Goodison win over Liverpool since 2010 to torpedo Klopp's title hopes

Jarrad Branthwaite and Dominic Calvert-Lewin gave Everton a 2-0 victory in the Merseyside derby at a raucous Goodison Park to leave Liverpool’s Premier League title hopes in tatters.

Dom Farrell

Everton vs Liverpool lineups, starting 11, team news

Everton will aim to take another step towards Premier League survival and throw a spanner in Liverpool's Premier League title bid when Jurgen Klopp contests his final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park.

Dom Farrell

Brighton vs Man City lineups, starting 11, team news: Haaland out of vital Premier League clash

Manchester City will aim to stay on course for a record fourth consecutive Premier League title when they travel to Brighton. Erling Haaland scored in the reverse fixture but is not available to boss Pep Guardiola this time.

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Arsenal go clear at top of Premier League with 5-0 destruction of Chelsea

Kai Havertz and Ben White each scored twice after halftime as Arsenal they thrashed Chelsea 5-0 in a demolition derby at Emirates Stadium.

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Arsenal vs Chelsea lineups, starting 11, team news

Chelsea will try to disturb Arsenal's Premier League title bid when they visit Emirates Stadium. But they might have to do so without star man Cole Palmer.

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Thuram fires Inter to Serie A glory with ill-tempered derby win over AC Milan

Internazionale were crowned Serie A champions thanks to a 2-1 win over bitter rivals AC Milan at San Siro. Francesco Acerbi and Marcus Thuram were on target in a game where three players were sent off during stoppage time.

Dom Farrell

Ryan Garcia P4P? Make the weight, then we can talk

Oscar De La Hoya dubbed Ryan Garcia "the face of boxing" after his shock win over Devin Haney. But when disturbing antics and deciding not to make weight go unchecked, what sort of a sport is Garcia the face of?

Dom Farrell

Bellingham settles Clasico thriller to put Madrid on brink of LaLiga title

Jude Bellingham’s stoppage-time winner gave Real Madrid a thrilling 3-2 victory over bitter rivals Barcelona in El Clasico and all-but secured LaLiga glory for Carlo Ancelotti’s side.

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Alexander-Arnold shines as Liverpool beat Fulham to go level with leaders Arsenal

Trent-Alexander Arnold, Ryan Gravenberch and Diogo Jota were all on target as Liverpool returned to winning way in the Premier League at Fulham. Jurgen Klopp's men are level on points with leaders Arsenal.

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Man United throw away 3-0 lead, beat Coventry on penalties to reach FA Cup final

Coventry City completed an astonishing comeback from 3-0 down to force extra time against a beleaguered Manchester United in Sunday's FA Cup semifinal at Wembley. Erik Ten Hag's men prevailed 4-2 on spot kicks.

Dom Farrell

Why did Man City sell Cole Palmer to Chelsea?

Cole Palmer has been a revelation since joining Chelsea from Manchester City last August. Now he stands in the way of his former club's bid for back-to-back FA Cups.

Dom Farrell

Is Devin Haney vs. Ryan Garcia good for boxing?

Ryan Garcia's erratic behaviour has dominated the build-up to his fight with WBC super lightweight champion and long-time rival Devin Haney. It's easy to be apprehensive about Saturday's showdown in Brooklyn.

Dom Farrell

UEFA Europa League quarterfinal draw 2024 in full: Liverpool face Atalanta

The UEFA Europa League is into its final stages. Can Liverpool say farewell to Jurgen Klopp with another piece of major European silverware in Dublin?

Dom Farrell

Why Guardiola took Haaland and De Bruyne off before Man City's Madrid shootout woe

European champions Manchester City were knocked out of the UEFA Champions League on penalties by Real Madrid. Why did Pep Guardiola substitute Erlign Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne before the shootout?

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Man City reign ends as Rudiger wins shootout for Real Madrid

Kevin De Bruyne cancelled out Rodrygo's early opener but Manchester City could not make their dominance count against Real Madrid and the Champions League quarterfinal went to penalties. Bernardo Silva and Mateo Kovacic has efforts saved for the hosts before Antonio Rudiger settled it for Madrid.

Dom Farrell

Real Madrid vs Man City head to head: All the Champions League showdowns

Real Madrid and Manchester City played their 11th and 12th Champions League matches against one another in the 2023/24 quarterfinals. Here's how all their meetings have panned out.

Dom Farrell

How does Arsenal's Champions League knockout record look after Bayern defeat?

Arsenal were eliminated by Bayern Munich at the quarterfinal stage of the UEFA Champions League in 2024. They had not reached this point of the tournament since 2010.

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Man City vs Real Madrid lineups, starting 11, team news for UCL second leg

Manchester City and Real Madrid played out a thrilling 3-3 draw in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal. Will he holders or the 14-time winners progress at the Etihad Stadium?

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Which teams are in UEFA Champions League quarterfinals?

The second legs in the Champions League Round of 16 are underway. Which heavyweight teams have bowed out and can the likes of Real Madrid, Barcelona, PSG, Man City, Arsenal and Bayern Munich still make it to Wembley?

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Mbappe fires PSG into semis as 10-man Barca unravel

Barcelona led their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal second leg 1-0 before a Ronald Araujo red card and a Kylian Mbappe double helped Paris Saint-Germain go through.

Dom Farrell

What happened to former Tottenham star Dele Alli?

Everton travel to Chelsea on Monday in a key fixture in their fight for Premier League survival and Dele Alli will take centre stage... as a television pundit analysing his team's performance.

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Tributes paid after Scottish boxing hero Willie Limond dies, aged 45

Former British and Commonwealth super lightweight champion Willie Limond died aged 45 on April 15, 2024. Also a title-winner at super featherweight and lightweight, Limond shared the ring with the likes of Erik Morales and Amir Khan.

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What is the number 97 on Liverpool jerseys?

Liverpool play every game with the number 97 on their jerseys. Here, we explain the Premier League club's ongoing tributes and campaigns in relation to the Hillsborough disaster.

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Bailey and Watkins sink Arsenal to hand Man City title advantage

Late goals from Leon Bailey and Ollie Watkins gave Aston Villa a superb 2-0 win at Arsenal that left Manchester City two points ahead at the top of the Premier League with six games to play.

Dom Farrell

Barrett's brutal body assault secures superb win over brave Gill

Zelfa Barrett topped the bill at the Manchester Arena for the first time and followed in the footsteps of Ricky Hatton and Anthony Crolla by stopping Jordan Gill with some body shots to savour.

Dom Farrell

Five-star Man City return to top of Premier League

Manchester City hammered Luton Town 5-1 to return to the top of the Premier League. Arsenal and Liverpool are both in action on Sunday.

Dom Farrell

Raphinha, Christensen see Barca to thrilling win in Paris

Paris Saint-Germain's latest bid for Champions League glory has gotten off to a poor start after a 3-2 defeat at home to Barcelona in the first leg of the quarterfinals.

Dom Farrell

PSG vs Barcelona lineups, starting 11, team news

Luis Enrique leads Paris Saint-Germain against his former club Barcelona in an intriguing UEFA Champions League quarterfinal.

Dom Farrell

Fury pledges double beating for Joshua after dealing with Usyk

Tyson Fury faces Oleksandr Usyk in their much-anticipated and long-delayed undisputed heavyweight showdown on May 18. But when Turki Alalshikh says he wants Fury for 10 more fights, thoughts of Anthony Joshua will never be far away.

Dom Farrell

What happens if an IPL match is rained off?

Rain has often made its presence felt in the IPL. But what needs to happen for a game to be rained off?

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Valverde volley sees Madrid peg back Man City after Foden and Gvardiol stunners

Bernardo Silva gave Manchester City a second-minute lead but Pep Guardiola's team were stunned as Eduardo Camavinga and Rodrygo turned the tables for Real Madrid. The Champions League quarterfinal ended 3-3 as Phil Foden, Josko Gvardiol and Federico Valverde scored stunning goals.

Dom Farrell

Why are there no Bayern Munich fans at Emirates Stadium?

Bayern Munich face a tough task against Premier League leaders Arsenal in the Champions League quarterfinals. Thomas Tuchel's team will not have the backing of travelling fans at Emirates Stadium.

Dom Farrell

Have Real Madrid and Barcelona ever met in the UEFA Champions League final?

The quarterfinal draw for the UEFA Champions League tantalisingly placed Real Madrid and Barcelona on opposite sides of the bracket. Could the most famous rivalry in modern European football play out in a Wembley final?

Dom Farrell

Ronaldo sent off as Al Hilal down Al Nassr in Saudi Super Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo was sent off as Al Nassr lost 2-1 to rivals Al Hilal in the Saudi Super Cup. Salem Aldawsari and Malcom were on target for Jorge Jesus' team before Sadio Mane netted a stoppage-time consolation.

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Real Madrid vs Man City lineups, starting 11, team news

Real Madrid broke Manchester City's hearts in 2022 before Pep Guardiola's side gained emphatic revenge en route to glory last season. Who will prevail in this latest titanic Champions League clash?

Dom Farrell

Why have Everton been docked more Premier League points?

For the second time this season, Everton have incurred a points deduction for breaching Premier League Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR). Sean Dyche's side are battling against relegation.

Dom Farrell

What are the Premier League Profit and Sustainability Rules?

Everton and Nottingham Forest have both been punished this season for falling foul of the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability Rules. But what do the regulations mean and what are the consequences of not complying?

Dom Farrell

Why did Fenerbahce walk off in the Turkish Super Cup?

Fenerbahce fielded their under-19s, Mauro Icardi scored inside a minute for Galatasaray and their rivals then forfeited the match. What was going on in the Turkish Super Cup and why?

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Man United vs Liverpool lineups, starting 11 and team news

Manchester United claimed a stirring win over Liverpool in the FA Cup quarterfinals but have since descended into familiar shambles. Jurgen Klopp's side have the Premier League title in their sights.

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Matondo snatches draw for Rangers in Old Firm classic with Celtic

Rangers twice came from behind to claim a thrilling 3-3 draw against Celtic in an Old Firm classic at Ibrox, keeping the destiny of the Scottish Premiership title in their hands.

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