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What is tragedy chanting in football?

Jurgen Klopp asked Liverpool and Manchester United fans to refrain from tragedy chanting at this weekend's Premier League match.

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Ronaldo rested before Laporte extends Al Nassr winning streak

Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr made it four consecutive Saudi Pro League wins when Aymeric Laporte dispatched a stoppage-time header to sink Damac 1-0.

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Ederson injury latest: Ortega continues to impress in Brazil star's absence

Ederson was hurt during Manchester City's draw with Liverpool and that setback has ruled him out of some important games in the 2023/24 season run-in.

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Hat-trick hero Foden thrives in centre stage as Man City demolish Villa

Reigning champions Manchester City returned to winning ways with an emphatic 4-1 win over Aston Villa. Phil Foden was the star of the show with a sensational hat-trick.

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Odegaard on target as Arsenal return to Premier League summit

Martin Odegaard and a Daiki Hashioka own-goal gave Arsenal a 2-0 win over relegation-threatened Luton Town. Mikel Arteta's team are back on top of the Premier League ahead of Liverpool's game with Sheffield United on Thursday.

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Why Man City dropped Haaland and De Bruyne

Criticism of Erling Haaland has been weirdly over the top of late, with Kevin De Bruyne also short of his best form. Phil Foden and Julian Alvarez can give Pep Guardiola and Manchester City a different solution.

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When is Tottenham vs Nottingham Forest?

Tottenham are in the hunt for Champions League qualification. Their re-arranged game against relegation-threatened Nottingham Forest could prove crucial in the final analysis for Ange Postecoglou's men.

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Who is the referee for Man United vs Liverpool?

Manchester United host Liverpool in a huge Premier League clash at Old Trafford on Sunday. As you'd expect, one of England's highest-profile referees has been given the job.

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Man City 0-0 Arsenal makes you miss Guardiola vs. Klopp already

Manchester City and Arsenal served up a tight, tense and forgettable top-of-the-table encounter in the Premier League. Our thirst for nostalgia means we forget it often used to be this way.

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Wardley retains British title after blood-soaked draw with Clarke

Fabio Wardley was battered and bloodied by Frazer Clarke, who was dropped in round five and docked a point in round seven. Their British heavyweight title thriller ended in a split-decision draw.

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Advantage Liverpool: Arsenal stifle Man City in bore draw

Arsenal avoided being turned over at the Etihad Stadium once again but their dour 0-0 draw against Premier League champions Manchester City handed Liverpool a title advantage.

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Foden vs Saka: Man City vs Arsenal showdown ramps up English football's big debate

Phil Foden and Bukayo Saka are each enjoying superb seasons for Manchester City and Arsenal. Which of the England stars will prevail in Sunday's crunch Premier League clash?

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Will Bukayo Saka be fit for Man City vs. Arsenal?

Bukayo Saka sat out England's March friendlies against Brazil and Belgium. Will Arsenal have their main man available for the Premier League title showdown against Manchester City?

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Will Kevin De Bruyne be fit for Man City vs. Arsenal?

Kevin De Bruyne recently spent another spell on the sidelines and sat out Belgium's March internationals. Will Pep Guardiola's midfield superstar be fit for the crunch title clash with Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium on March 31?

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Endrick strikes at Bernabeu as Spain and Brazil share thriller

Teenage sensation Endrick made his mark at the Santiago Bernabeu in Brazil's 3-3 draw against Spain. Lucas Paqueta dispatched the third penalty of the match to snatch a draw for the visitors deep into stoppage time.

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

Lionel Messi and Argentina ended their recent miserable history in the Copa America by lifting the trophy in Brazil in 2021. They look to retain it in the US in 2024.

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When postponed Brighton vs. Man City match will take place

Reigning champions Manchester City were slated to travel to Brighton in the Premier League this weekend. However, their FA Cup quarterfinal against Newcastle means the fixture must be rearranged.

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When will postponed Everton vs. Liverpool match take place?

Liverpool were originally slated to travel to Everton in the Premier League on March 17. When will the Merseyside derby at Goodison Park take place?

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Rodri: Of course Man City can win everything again

Pep Guardiola had Lionel Messi at his peak and saw Erling Haaland smash records. But Rodri is arguably more important to the Manchester City boss right now than any player has been during his esteemed coaching career.

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FA Cup semi final draw 2024: Coventry to face Man United

Manchester City reached their sixth successive FA Cup semifinal with a 2-0 win over Newcastle United, while Coventry City stunned Wolves, Chelsea beat Leicester City, and Manchester United won a remarkable game against Liverpool.

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Six Nations 2024 schedule, results, standings

Here's everything you need to know about the 2024 edition of the Six Nations, the premier international rugby union tournament in Europe.

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Deflected Silva double puts Man City in sixth consecutive FA Cup semifinal

Manchester City reached a sixth consecutive FA Cup semifinal thanks to Bernardo Silva's deflected first-half double against Newcastle United. The treble winners remain in contention across the three remaining major competitions this season.

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Ronaldo penalty gets Al Nassr back to winning ways

Al Nassr were looking to bounce back from the AFC Champions League heartache when they took on Al Ahli in the Saudi Pro League. Cristiano Ronaldo gave them the points with a second-half penalty.

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Joe Joyce's heavyweight comeback: 'Everyone should just fight everyone, it's entertainment'

Joe Joyce was close to the top of the heavyweight mountain before Zhilei Zhang sent him tumbling down. The Briton wants more high-profile showdowns but can't afford another slip-up against Kash Ali.

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Jamie Carragher to stay on air after comment made to CBS Sports presenter Kate Abdo

CBS Sports has put together a much-loved pundit panel for its UEFA Champions League coverage. However, Jamie Carragher's comments to hosts Kate Abdo crossed a line.

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Raya the shootout hero as Arsenal break Porto hearts

Leandro Trossard gave Arsenal a 1-0 lead on the night against Porto at Emirates Stadium before the Champions League Round of 16 encounter headed all the way to penalties. David Raya saw the Gunners through with two saves.

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Barcelona vs Napoli lineups, starting 11, team news

Barcelona are seeking a return to the Champions League quarterfinals for the first time in four seasons. But Xavi has injury problems in midfield as their tie with Napoli remains all square.

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Al Ain dump Ronaldo and Al Nassr out on penalties after AFC Champions League epic

Al Nassr came back from 3-0 down on aggregate and a goal and a man down in extra time to force a penalty shoot-out in their AFC Champions League quarterfinal against Al Ain. The Abu Dhabi side won 3-1 on spot kicks, with Cristiano Ronaldo the only Al Nassr player to find the target.

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Arsenal vs. Porto lineups, starting 11, team news for UCL Round of 16 second leg

Gabriel Martinelli has been a key part of Arsenal's bid for glory at home and abroad this season, but will the Brazil winger recover from a foot injury in time to face Porto?

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Klopp vs. Guardiola rivalry ends with Liverpool and City draw

John Stones gave Manchester City a first-half lead at Anfield before Alexis Mac Allister equalised for Liverpool from the penalty spot. The result left Arsenal top of the Premier League.

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Has Harry Kane's trophy curse followed him to Bayern Munich?

After a record-breaking career with Tottenham and England, Harry Kane's move to Bayern Munich appeared to guarantee long-awaited major honours. Heading into this weekend's crunch showdown, it seems Xabi Alonso and Bayer Leverkusen have other ideas.

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Joshua obliterates Ngannou: As it happened

Anthony Joshua floored Francis Ngannou twice before icing him with a spectacular KO. He is now on course for a shot at the winner of Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk.

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Christian Horner: Red Bull 'suspends F1 chief's accuser'

Christian Horner was cleared by an independent investigation over allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards a Red Bull colleague. An email purportedly containing images of messages from the F1 team principal was then shared with journalists and F1 staff. The accuser has now been suspended by the company.

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Behind the scenes of Anthony Joshua's fight camp for Francis Ngannou

Anthony Joshua has found a new lease of life under coach Ben Davison. Super featherweight Jordan Gill also recently moved to the gym and enjoyed a career-best win over Michael Conlan.

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Hearn: AJ was naive, now he believes more than ever

Promoter Eddie Hearn thinks Anthony Joshua "is in a great place" as he prepares to fight Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia.

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Alvarez, Haaland on target as Man City stroll into Champions League quarters

Manchester City beat FC Copenhagen 3-1 away from home last month. It was the same scoreline at the Etihad Stadium as goals from Manuel Akanji, Julian Alvarez and Erling Haaland secured a quarterfinal place for the holders.

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Is Francis Ngannou a good boxer and can he beat AJ?

Francis Ngannou shocked the world with his performance against Tyson Fury, but is he actually a good boxer? Anthony Joshua might be about to find out.

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Man City vs Copenhagen lineups, starting 11, team news for

Pep Guardiola is expected to rotate his line-up for Manchester City's Champions League encounter against FC Copenhagen. The holders won the first leg of the last-16 tie 3-1 in the Danish capital.

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Kane at the double to fire Bayern past Lazio in Champions League

Harry Kane scored in each half as Bayern Munich beat Lazio 3-0 to overturn a first-leg deficit and progress to the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals.

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Drama, ecstasy and pain: Three days in the Premier League title race

Liverpool, Manchester City and Arsenal are neck-and-neck heading into the final stretch of the Premier League season. Over the weekend, The Sporting News was on the ground as the top three claimed very different victories.

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Six of the best as Arsenal demolish sorry Sheffield United

Arsenal continued their free-scoring form by romping to a 6-0 win over bottom club Sheffield United in the Premier League. Martin Odegaard, Gabriel Martinelli, Kai Havertz, Declan Rice and Ben White were all on target.

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Real Madrid vs RB Leipzig lineups, starting 11, team news

Real Madrid were involved in a crazy and controversial LaLiga encounter with Valencia. Carlo Ancelotti will net his team focused and ready to preserve a slender Champions League advantage over RB Leipzig.

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Is Phil Foden the best player in the Premier League?

Pep Guardiola has long waxed lyrical about Phil Foden while challenging him to improve. The 23-year-old who won the derby for Manchester City is a dazzlingly complete footballer with the world at his feet.

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Has Saudi Arabia taken over boxing?

Anthony Joshua's heavyweight showdown against Francis Ngannou is the latest blockbuster fight to land in Saudi Arabia. Is the Middle East state the new capital of the boxing world?

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Come on Phil the noise: City hero Foden downs United at raucous Etihad

Marcus Rashford scored a stunning early goal to give Manchester United a 1-0 lead in the derby at the Etihad Stadium. Another Manchester native, Phil Foden equalised in similarly impressive fashion and added a second before Erling Haaland sealed victory.

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Survival of the fittest: Darwin scores 99th-minute Liverpool winner

Liverpool looked set to cede the initiative in the Premier League title race as they entered the ninth minute of stoppage time at Nottingham Forest. Darwin Nunez had other ideas.

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What is a blue card in soccer? IFAB reconsiders sin-bin rule change

IFAB, football's rulemaking body, wanted to introduce a sin-bin element to the game, but the blue card proposal is in jeopardy after public backlash regarding the proposed law change.

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Latest Liverpool team news: Will Mohamed Salah face Nottingham Forest?

Liverpool won the Carabao Cup and progressed in the FA Cup while nursing a hefty injury list. How many of their stars will be back for the return to Premier League action against Nottingham Forest?

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Verstappen secures pole at F1 season opener in Bahrain

World champion Max Verstappen ensured it was normal service resumed in Bahrain as he put his Red Bull on pole position for the opening race of the 2024 season.

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Pogba to fight four-year ban for doping offence

Paul Pogba was provisionally suspended by anti-doping control in Italy last year. He has now been given a four-year ban from football, which he intends to fight.

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Why do footballers cut holes in their socks?

Fans of the Premier League will have seen players such as Bukayo Saka, Kyle Walker and Conor Gallagher playing with holes torn in the back of their socks. Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham also does it. So what's going on?

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Why do Chelsea and Leeds have a rivalry?

Chelsea host Leeds in the fifth round of the FA Cup. But why do two clubs 200 miles away from one another in England have a bitter football rivalry?

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Haaland scores five as Man City hammer Luton in FA Cup

Erling Haaland scored five as Manchester City romped to a 6-2 FA Cup fifth-round win at Luton Town. Mateo Kovacic completed the scoring after Jordan Clark scored a fine brace for the hosts.

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Everton see points deduction reduced to six from 10 on appeal

Everton launched an appeal against their 10-point Premier League deduction for breaching Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR). It was reduced to a six-point penalty.

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Why do Liverpool fans boo the UK national anthem?

The UK national anthem was played at Wembley Stadium before the 2024 Carabao Cup final between Liverpool and Chelsea. Why did Liverpool fans boo God Save The King?

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Arsenal destroy Newcastle to underline Premier League title credentials

Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka were on target as Arsenal kept their title bid on track with a majestic performance against Newcastle. Mikel Arteta's men hammered Newcastle 4-1 at Emirates Stadium.

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Foden sinks Bournemouth as nervy Man City close gap to Liverpool

Manchester City extended their Premier League unbeaten run to 11 matches at Bournemouth. Phil Foden scored the only goal to move the champions a point behind leaders Liverpool.

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Who is Omari Forson? Man United teenager gets full Premier League debut

Rasmus Hojlund's injury is a body blow for Manchester United. But it has allowed Erik ten Hag to give a Premier League opportunity to 19-year-old attacker Omari Forson.

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Osimhen snatches draw for Napoli after Lewandowski strikes for Barca

Robert Lewandowski and Victor Osimhen each brought their finishing prowess to the fore as Napoli and Barcelona played out a 1-1 draw at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16.

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Why Erling Haaland is an inspiration to Man City's breakthrough star

Oscar Bobb produced some eye-catching moments on his first Premier League start for Manchester City. But his fellow Norwegian Erling Haaland was a familiar matchwinner against Brentford.

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Jack Catterall pledges to beat up 'concussed, confused' Josh Taylor in rematch

Jack Catterall was calm and mild-mannered when he sat down with The Sporting News to discuss his huge April fight. But something about Josh Taylor flicks a switch in the Englishman.

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De Jong penalty leaves PSV and Dortmund all square

Luuk de Jong equalised from the penalty spot to give PSV a 1-1 Champions League draw against Borussia Dortmund. Donyell Malen broke the deadlock against his former club in the first half.

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Haaland fires Man City to nervy Premier League win over Brentford

Manchester City returned to second in the Premier League after Erling Haaland scored the only goal against Brentford. The Norway superstar has 17 goals in England's top flight this season.

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Will Kylian Mbappe sign for Real Madrid? Latest reports suggest contract is agreed

The latest instalment of the Kylian Mbappe transfer saga is ready to commence, with Real Madrid reportedly closing in on the PSG star.

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Julian Alvarez: Guardiola's pet project, or Man City's undroppable star?

Julian Alvarez made it 24 starts out of 24 in the Premier League for Manchester City in the 1-1 draw against Chelsea. He has provided valuable goals and assists but his performances increasingly don't measure up.

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Why are Liverpool playing Luton on Wednesday night?

Liverpool will try to solidify their position at the top of the Premier League when they host Luton Town on Wednesday at Anfield. How does this game and the Carabao Cup final fit into their plans?

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Why are Man City playing Brentford on Tuesday night?

Manchester City's Premier League game against Brentford will take place on the same night as some UEFA Champions League knockout action. Why has the game been slotted in on Tuesday, February 20?

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Red-hot Hojlund sees Man United past Luton in Premier League thrillier

Rasmus Hojlund scored twice in the opening seven minutes for Manchester United at Luton Town before Carlton Morris hit back for the hosts.

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Rodri salvages draw for 3rd place Man City against Chelsea

Manchester City was trying to keep the pressure on Liverpool and Arsenal at the top of the Premier League but Raheem Sterling gave Chelsea the lead at the Etihad Stadium against his former club. Rodri salvaged a 1-1 draw for the Champions late on.

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Is Wayne Rooney going to be a boxer? Latest news on Misfits talks

Wayne Rooney has never made any secret of his love for boxing. But is the former England and Manchester United star set to lace gloves for real?

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Trent Alexander-Arnold injury: Will Liverpool star miss Carabao Cup final?

Jurgen Klopp insists Trent Alexander-Arnold was not rushed back from the knee injury he sustained in January.

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Jack Grealish injury: When will Man City and England star return

Jack Grealish suffered a groin injury during Manchester City's 3-1 UEFA Champions League win over FC Copenhagen. How long will Pep Guardiola be without the England winger at this key time of the season?

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Is Cristiano Ronaldo playing today for Al Nassr?

Cristiano Ronaldo was nursing an injury during Al Nassr's mid-season friendly commitments. Will he be ready to return when the AFC Champions League resumes?

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De Bruyne, Silva and Foden fire Man City towards Champions League quarterfinals

Bernardo Silva restored Manchester City's lead against FC Copenhagen after Magnus Mattsson cancelled out Kevin De Bruyne's opener. Pep Guardiola's side lost Jack Grealish to injury but Phil Foden completed a 3-1 win in stoppage time.

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Will Kylian Mbappe play against Real Sociedad in the Champions League?

Kylian Mbappe suffered an ankle injury when PSG beat Brest in the Coupe de France last week. Will he be ready to take on Real Sociedad in the Champions League Round of 16?

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Which teams have won consecutive Champions League titles?

Manchester City won their first ever Champions League in 2022/23. As Pep Guardiola's team embark upon this season's knockout stages, we look at the European giants who have managed to go back-to-back.

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Who won 2023 UEFA Champions League final?

Manchester City are seeking to retain their Champions League crown in 2023/24. Here's a reminder of how Pep Guardiola conquered the final frontier for his club in the 2023 final against Inter Milan in Istanbul.

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Haaland and De Bruyne still Guardiola's MVPs at Man City

Erling Haaland fired Manchester City to victory over Everton with the sort of brute physicality that could find a home at Super Bowl LVIII.

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Why does Nigeria star Victor Osimhen wear a mask on his face?

Victor Osimhen will lead Nigeria's charge to beat hosts Ivory Coast in Sunday's AFCON final. But why does the Napoli striker play wearing a protective mask on his face?

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Hamzah Sheeraz dispatches Liam Williams in one-round demolition

Hamzah Sheeraz defended his Commonwealth middleweight title against Liam Williams, moving to 19-0 as he sensationally stopped the former world title challenger inside a round.

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Man City go top as Haaland breaks through Everton wall

Erling Haaland’s excellent second-half brace gave Manchester City a hard-fought 2-0 win over Everton in the Premier League.

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Lineups, starting 11 for West Ham vs. Arsenal

West Ham won at Emirates Stadium in December to briefly derail Arsenal's Premier League title bid. Now the Gunners are back on form and looking for revenge in the return fixture.

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Lionel Messi Hong Kong controversy explained

The controversy around Lionel Messi missing Inter Miami's friendly in Hong Kong has continued to rumble on. Organisers have offered supporters partial refunds, while the Hong Kong government has slammed the superstar forward.

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Which teams have been eliminated from AFCON 2023?

The Africa Cup of Nations is heading into its final stages. The tournament has been notable for the number of big names to fall early on.

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Cristiano Ronaldo 39th birthday: Year-by-year career stats

Cristiano Ronaldo turned 39 on February 5. Since joining Al Nassr from Manchester United last season, the Portugal icon has proved to still be a formidable goalscorer. But which year of his career was his best?

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Real Madrid vs. Atletico Madrid history, head-to-head record, trophies won

Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid face one another in the 234th Madrid derby in this season's Supercopa de Espana. Here's how one of the fiercest rivalries in European football breaks down.

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Arsenal down Liverpool to blow Premier League title race open

Bukayo Saka gave Arsenal a deserved lead against Premier League leaders Arsenal before a Gabriel own goal late in first-half stoppage time levelled matters at Emirates Stadium. There was huge defensive howler in the second half, with Gabriel Martinelli the beneficiary.

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Fury vs Usyk, a $10m penalty, Beterbiev vs Bivol: What Turki Alalshikh said

Saudi boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh moved quickly to reschedule the undisputed heavyweight title fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk

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Why has Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk been rescheduled?

It's not news that any boxing fan wanted to hear, but the multi-million dollar undisputed showdown between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk has been postponed. The Sporting News looks at the details surrounding the capitulation of the February 17 date.

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Lookman the hero again as Nigeria edge past Angola into AFCON semis

Nigeria are strong favourites to prevail at the Africa Cup of Nations after a tournament full of shocks. Ademola Lookman put them a goal to the good against free-scoring Angola.

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Why are players trying to leave the Saudi Pro League?

Jordan Henderson has jumped ship, Karim Benzema has denied he's leaving and Aymeric Laporte says players are unhappy. What's going on in the Saudi Pro League?

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Is Ronaldo playing today vs. Inter Miami and Messi?

Cristiano Ronaldo will not face his longtime rival Lionel Messi when Al Nassr welcomes Inter Miami in Riyadh on Thursday. An injury to the five-time Ballon d'Or winner led the Saudi Pro League side to reschedule two friendly matches in China last week.

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Confirmed: Ronaldo out of Messi match due to injury

Al Nassr cancelled a brief trip to China due to an apparent injury to Cristiano Ronaldo. As they gear up to face Lionel Messi's Inter Miami on February 1, their star forward remains unavailable for the upcoming match.

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Will Ronaldo face Messi again on a football pitch?

The anticipated match on Thursday, labelled as 'The Last Dance' between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo of Al Nassr and Inter Miami, has been thwarted by injury. Does this unfortunate turn of events signal the conclusion of their illustrious rivalry?

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Is the Ronaldo vs. Messi match still happening after CR7 injury?

Due to Cristiano Ronaldo's injury, Al Nassr had to cancel two friendly matches in China last week. The question now arises: will their upcoming game against Inter Miami and Lionel Messi proceed as planned despite the absence of the star forward?

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Why is Gio Reyna signing for Nottingham Forest?

Gio Reyna has been short of game time at Borussia Dortmund this season. With the Copa America on the horizon, a move to the Premier League with Nottingham Forest is on the cards.

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Is Erling Haaland playing for Man City today?

Erling Haaland has not played for Manchester since suffering a foot injury against Aston Villa on December 6. But last season's Golden Boot winner is rapidly closing in on a return.

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When does the transfer window close?

Clubs in Europe's major leagues don't have long left to alter their squads before the January transfer window closes. Here's when deadline day falls across the major nations.

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Benn: 'I’m willing to spend every last penny I have to fight my innocence'

Conor Benn will box for the second time since failing two drug tests when he faces Peter Dobson in Las Vegas on Saturday. The undefeated British welterweight remains completely convinced of his innocence.

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Klopp: I won't decide Liverpool replacement, don't blame FSG

Jurgen Klopp intends to make a clean break from Liverpool and will have no say on selecting his successor after announcing he will step down as manager of the 19-time English champions at the end of 2023/24.

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Mohamed Salah contract: Salary and expiry date

Mohamed Salah signed a new three-year contract at Liverpool last year but has attracted interest from Saudi Arabia. Could Jurgen Klopp's departure see the forward leave Anfield?

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Jaime Munguia vs. John Ryder: Complete list of undercard fights

Jaime Munguia will put his unbeaten record on the line against unbeaten British super middleweight John Ryder this weekend. Here's what the undercard will look like in Phoenix.

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Are there Premier League games this weekend?

The Premier League schedule has been lighter in January on account of the third and fourth rounds of the FA Cup and teams enjoying their mid-season break. When will EPL action return?

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When does the 2024 MLS season start?

Anticipation is high ahead of Lionel Messi's first full season in MLS. Here's all you need to know about when the 2024 schedule gets underway.

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Michael Carrick: Coaching career, style and tactics

Michael Carrick is 90 minutes away from taking Middlesbrough to the Carabao Cup final. The former Manchester United midfielder is one of the most well-regarded young coaches in English football.

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Is there a winter break in the Premier League?

The Premier League aligned itself with other European competitions by introducing a winter break in 2019/20. However, England's top flight does things a little differently.

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Nunez and Jota at the double as Liverpool hammer Bournemouth to go five points clear

Darwin Nunez and Diogo Jota scored two goals apiece as Liverpool ran riot after halftime in their 4-0 win over Bournemouth. Jurgen Klopp's team now have a five-point lead at the top of the Premier League.

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Lineups, starting 11 for Bournemouth vs Liverpool

Liverpool remain without several key players ahead of the trip to Bournemouth but Jurgen Klopp's side could be five points clear at the top of the Premier League at the end of this weekend.

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What would a Matchroom vs. Queensberry Saudi Arabia fight card look like?

Saudi boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh threw down the gauntlet to Eddie Hearn and Frank Warren to put on a 5 vs. 5, Matchroom vs. Queensberry fight card in Saudi Arabia. Here are the Sporting News' picks for a blockbuster night in Riyadh.

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FA Cup third-round: Results and schedule in full

Holders Manchester City and their Premier League counterparts entered the FA Cup in round three. Here are the results.

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Will Anthony Joshua fight in the UK again? Turki Alalshikh driving boxing's wild new era

Frank Warren and Eddie Hearn sat alongside one another, shook hands on ad-hoc fight cards and told fans they've never had it so good. Unless you want to go and watch Anthony Joshua in person again.

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Why you should watch South Korea at the AFC Asian Cup

South Korea have dominated age-group football in their region to produce an enviable crop of star players. But the Taegeuk Warriors have not won the AFC Asian Cup in 44 years.

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Why Thomas Partey is not playing for Ghana at the Africa Cup of Nations

Thomas Partey was a key player as Arsenal pushed Manchester City hard for the Premier League title last season. His absence is being keenly felt by club and country this time around.

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Ghana squad for AFCON 2023: Full list of players at tournament

At AFCON 2023, West Ham playmaker Mohammed Kudus will aim to spark a Ghana attack that has been shy of goals under former Brighton manager Chris Hughton.

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Who is Sir Jim Ratcliffe? Net worth of UK's richest man

Sir Jim Ratcliffe has taken charge of Manchester United's football operations with a 25% stake in the club. It marks the most significant addition to the sporting portfolio of the UK's richest man.

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De Bruyne and Bobb inspire stunning late turnaround for Man City at Newcastle

Bernardo Silva's delightful backheel put Manchester City ahead at Newcastle but sublime finishes from Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon turned the game on its head. Kevin De Bruyne came on to equalise before setting up Oscar Bobb's winner.

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Lineups, starting 11 for Newcastle vs Man City: De Bruyne on the bench as Doku starts

Pep Guardiola said Kevin De Bruyne is ready to start for Manchester City against Newcastle United, but will the champions risk him for this Premier League match?

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Is Kevin De Bruyne playing against Newcastle? Latest on injury return

Kevin De Bruyne has returned from five months on the sidelines following hamstring surgery. But is the Manchester City star ready to start regular games for Pep Guardiola's English and European champions?

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New date confirmed for Man City vs. Brentford in the Premier League

Manchester City were due to face Brentford on the weekend of December 23 but the game was postponed due to their participation in the Club World Cup. Here's all you need to know about when the Premier League match might be rescheduled.

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Who is Radu Dragusin? New Tottenham defender in focus

Tottenham have been busy early in the January transfer window and Genoa defender Radu Dragusin is one of two big-name arrivals.

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What is the Supercopa de Espana? History of Spanish tournament

Real Madrid, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are all in action in the Supercopa de Espana this week. Here's how the tournament has changed over recent years.

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Why have Tottenham signed ex-Chelsea forward Timo Werner?

Timo Werner flopped at Chelsea after a prolific spell at RB Leipzig. His return to the Bundesliga side has been less successful, so the Germany forward will now have another crack at the Premier League with Tottenham.

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Why does Henderson want out of Saudi Arabia and where could he go next?

Jordan Henderson's bid to become a transformative presence in football and beyond in Saudi Arabia looks likely to be cut short after just six months. Where might the 33-year-old England and former Liverpool midfielder go next?

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Premier League players at Asian Cup 2023: List of stars at tournament

Son Heung-min and Wataru Endo are among eight Premier League players taking part in the AFC Asian Cup in 2024. Here are all the club games they could miss.

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Nigeria squad for AFCON 2023

Nigeria are aiming to win their fourth African title and first in a decade. Here are the players Jose Peseiro has selected for their bid for glory.

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Will Ivan Toney join Arsenal or Chelsea in January?

Ivan Toney's eight-month suspension is nearly up. Will the Brentford striker be on the move to Premier League heavyweights Arsenal or Chelsea?

Dom Farrell

Beterbiev vs. Smith: Bivol, Arthur give expert predictions

Artur Beterbiev will put his IBF, WBC and WBO light heavyweight titles on the line against former super middleweight champion Callum Smith on January 13. WBA champion Dmitry Bivol will be an interested observer.

Dom Farrell

Phil Foden has made eloquent midfield case for Man City and England

Phil Foden was once viewed as David Silva's midfield heir at Manchester City. The England star has proved to be a very different player but has shown he can be the answer in central areas during Kevin De Bruyne's lengthy absence.

Dom Farrell

Joshua's 2024 mission mapped out by Ngannou megafight

After Deontay Wilder fumbled the bag and with Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are committed to one another, Anthony Joshua will aim to keep the good times rolling against Francis Ngannou after a tough few years.

Dom Farrell

Ten biggest upsets in FA Cup history

The third round of the FA Cup brings fresh hope of memorable cup upsets for fans across the UK. Here are 10 of the biggest giant-killings.

Dom Farrell

Arsenal vs. Liverpool team news & predicted lineups for FA Cup third-round tie

Arsenal and Liverpool face one another in the pick of the FA Cup third-round ties this weekend. But the two title-chasing Premier League heavyweights will have to weigh up the demands of rest and rotation.

Dom Farrell

Who is Luke Littler? The 16-year-old taking darts world by storm

Luke Littler lost to Luke Humphries in the PDC World Darts Championship final on Wednesday. The 16-year-old beat two former winners en route to the showpiece.

Dom Farrell

What is the Trophee des Champions?

Paris Saint-Germain face Toulouse in the Trophee des Champions on January 3. Here's everything you need to know about the French football showpiece.

Dom Farrell

Why Gareth Southgate could thrive as Man United manager

Gareth Southgate turned around a toxic and failing England national team when he took over following the embarrassments of Euro 2016 and Sam Allardyce's brief tenure. Could he be the man to address a mess of a similar scale at Manchester United?

Dom Farrell

Wayne Rooney managerial record after Birmingham City sacking

Wayne Rooney has been sacked as manager of Championship team Birmingham City. The former Derby County and DC United boss won just two of 15 games in charge.

Dom Farrell

Where to watch Everton vs Man City, team news and prediction

Manchester City head to Goodison Park as English, European and world champions but have only won one of their past six domestic games before facing an in-form Everton.

Dom Farrell

Everton vs. Man City prediction, betting tips & odds

Manchester City have only won one of their past six Premier League matches. Can Everton make another dent in the champions?

Dom Farrell

Chelsea vs. Crystal Palace prediction, betting tips & odds

Chelsea again need to fall back on their home form against Crystal Palace after suffering an eighth Premier League defeat this season at Wolves. Palace have only won once in the top flight since late September.

Dom Farrell

Full list of undisputed champions in boxing as Inoue joins Crawford in history

How many undisputed boxing champions have there been, and are there four belts or five? The Sporting News provides the full list after Naoya Inoue joined Terence Crawford in the history books.

Dom Farrell

Full card results: Inoue vs Tapales

Naoya Inoue underlined his status as a modern-day boxing great with an authoritative 10th round stoppage of Marlon Tapales to become undisputed bantamweight champion. It is a little over a year since Inoue similarly cleaned out the bantamweight division.

Dom Farrell

Inoue scores TKO 10 vs Tapales, becomes undisputed super bantamweight champion

Naoya Inoue became a two-weight undisputed king as he stopped Marlon Tapales in Tokyo, adding the IBF and WBA super bantamweight titles to his WBC and WBO belts.

Dom Farrell

Boxing on Boxing Day: Inoue and Tapales to join Ali and Johnson in the history books

Naoya Inoue and Marlon Tapales will contest undisputed status at super bantamweight in Tokyo on December 26. While Boxing Day is not always a busy date on the combat calendar, some of the biggest names in history have been in action over the years.

Dom Farrell

Joshua's next fight: 2024 dates with Hrgovic or Ngannou possible

Anthony Joshua beat former amateur rival Otto Wallin in Saudi Arabia – and the two-time heavyweight world champion could be in line for a massive 2024.

Dom Farrell

Day of Reckoning: Joshua demolishes Wallin as Parker shocks Wilder

Anthony Joshua forced Otto Wallin to quit on his stool after five rounds but a mooted Saudi Arabian showdown with Deontay Wilder is in tatters after his heavyweight rival was well beaten by Joseph Parker.

Dom Farrell

Deontay Wilder vs. Joseph Parker full card results

Deontay Wilder has boxed one round since losing to Tyson Fury in October 2021. Fellow former world champion Joseph Parker will look to seize upon any ring rust and secure the upset in Saudi Arabia.

Dom Farrell

Wilder: AJ has nowhere to run

Deontay Wilder and Anthony Joshua will box on the same blockbuster Saudi card on December 23. The Bronze Bomber believes his long-time rival has run out of options to avoid him.

Dom Farrell

Why is Ben Davison training Anthony Joshua for Otto Wallin fight?

Anthony Joshua has been coached by Robert Garcia and Derrick James since splitting with Rob McCracken. Logistical challenges meant another switch to Ben Davison ahead of Saturday's Saudi showdown with Otto Wallin.

Dom Farrell

Remembering Guardiola's 'peak' Barca & Messi v Neymar at Club World Cup

Pep Guardiola leads Manchester City's bid for FIFA Club World Cup against Fluminense on Friday. The competition holds fond memories for the former Barcelona and Bayern Munich head coach.

Dom Farrell

Kovacic and Silva on target as Man City cruise in Club World Cup final

Second-half goals from Mateo Kovacic and Bernardo Silva saw Manchester City cruise into the Club World Cup final with a 3-0 win over Urawa Red Diamonds. Pep Guardiola's side will face Copa Libertadores winners Fluminense on Friday.

Dom Farrell

When is UEFA Champions League Round of 16 draw?

The draw for the first stage of the knockout round of the UEFA Champions League took place on December 18. Holders Manchester City, Real Madrid, Barcelona and Arsenal were among the teams who learned their fate.

Dom Farrell

Bivol: Forget about Canelo, I want Beterbiev for 175 lbs undisputed

Dmitry Bivol was fighter of the year in 2022. After spending 2023 away from the spotlight, the WBA light heavyweight champion returns in Saudi Arabia on Saturday against Lyndon Arthur.

Dom Farrell

Arthur plotting upset mission against 'favourite fighter' Bivol

Lyndon Arthur has been handed a dream opportunity on a boxing card like no other against WBA light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol. But the Manchester fighter's preparations have taken place in very familiar surroundings.

Dom Farrell

Guardiola: Man City were excellent against Crystal Palace

Manchester City have draw each of their past three Premier League home games and won just one of their past six top-flight outings. Pep Guardiola insists the reigning champions are playing well.

Dom Farrell

Arsenal produce performance of champions with Anfield looming

Arsenal produced a dominant display against Brighton on a weekend when Manchester City and Liverpool dropped points. It feels like their most significant performance of the season with Anfield on the horizon.

Dom Farrell

Arsenal vs. Brighton head-to head-record: Are they a big problem for the Gunners?

Arsenal will aim to put pressure on Premier League leaders Liverpool with victory over Brighton & Hove Albion on Sunday. However, the Seagulls have proved to be a tough proposition for Mikel Arteta's men over recent seasons.

Dom Farrell

Crystal Palace late show stuns stuttering champions Man City

Jack Grealish and Rico Lewis put Manchester City 2-0 up against Crystal Palace before Jean-Philippe Mateta scored to set up a thrilling finale. Michael Olise's stoppage-time penalty came as a sickening blow to Pep Guardiola.

Dom Farrell

Chukwueze breaks Newcastle hearts as Premier League side exits Europe

Joelinton brilliantly fired Newcastle United ahead against AC Milan but Christian Pulisic levelled before the hour, and Samuel Chukwueze ensured third place in the Champions League group.

Dom Farrell

Micah Hamilton: The Man City youngster who scored on Champions League debut

Micah Hamilton joined Manchester City as a nine-year-old and served as a ballboy. On his senior debut in the Champions League, he scored a fine goal against Red Star Belgrade.

Dom Farrell

Will Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw miss Liverpool vs Man United?

Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw each suffered injuries as Manchester United limped out of the Champions League against Bayern Munich. They look set to miss Sunday's Premier League trip to Anfield.

Dom Farrell

PSV and Arsenal play out entertaining draw

Eddie Nketiah gave Arsenal a halftime lead at PSV in the Champions League before Yorbe Vertessen levelled early in the second period. Both teams were already through to the knockout stages.

Dom Farrell

Gipuzkoa: How Spain's smallest province is shaping the Premier League

When Mikel Arteta and Unai Emery face each in Aston Villa and Arsenal's keenly anticipated showdown it will serve as the latest example of Spain's smallest province shaping elite Premier League and European football.

Dom Farrell

Why Man City aren't hitting the heights of last season

Manchester City head to in-form Aston Villa winless in their past three Premier League games and down in third place. Is four titles in a row beyond Pep Guardiola's great team.

Dom Farrell

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

Mexico are 12-time winners and reigning champions in the CONCACAF Gold Cup. In 2024, El Tri get another crack at the Copa America. They were drawn into a fascinating group, where they'll be challenged by three quality sides.

Dom Farrell

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

The USA will have the backing of an expectant host crowd at Copa America 2024. How far can Gregg Berhalter's side go in the tournament on home soil?

Dom Farrell

Villa set new record as Bailey sinks outgunned Man City

Leon Bailey's deflected strike proved to be the difference between Aston Villa and Manchester City. Unai Emery beat Pep Guardiola for the first time in his career and his team are now above the champions in the Premier League table.

Dom Farrell

Aston Villa vs Man City lineups, starting 11s for Premier League clash

Manchester City are looking to end a run of three consecutive draws when they travel in-form Aston Villa, albeit without some key players.

Dom Farrell

Aston Villa vs Man City prediction, odds, betting tips and best bets

Manchester City are winless in their past three Premier League games and travel to face an Aston Villa team who have won all six of their top-flight home matches this season.

Dom Farrell

Kulusevski snatches point for Spurs as Man City throw away another lead

Son Heung-min scored at both ends in a crazy start to the Premier League game between Manchester City and Tottenham at the Etihad Stadium. Phil Foden and Jack Grealish each gave City the lead but they were pegged back, first by Giovani Lo Celso and then by Dejan Kulusevski in the final minute.

Dom Farrell

'I was going to kill myself, I've turned my life around': Inspirational Jordan Gill stuns Conlan

Jordan Gill spoke unflinchingly about dark times outside of the boxing ring after a stunning upset win over Michael Conlan in Belfast that can reignite the former European champion's career.

Dom Farrell

Euro 2024 odds: Assessing the favourites for glory in Germany

Euro 2024 qualifying ended with all of the traditional heavyweight nations booking their place in Germany next year. How do the current favourites with the bookmakers measure up?

Dom Farrell

Who will win the Golden Boot at Euro 2024?

Some of the best strikers in world football will contest the Golden Boot at Euro 2024. Here are Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappe and some of the other frontrunners.

Dom Farrell

Majestic Arsenal hit Lens for six to reach Champions League knockouts

Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus, Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli and Martin Odegaard all scored as Arsenal put Lens to the sword before halftime in the Champions League. Jorginho's late penalty crowned a 6-0 win and qualification for the knockout stages as group winners.

Dom Farrell

Cancelo inspires turnaround as Barcelona beat Porto to qualify

Barcelona qualified for the Champions League knockout stages with a 2-1 win over Porto. Winger Pepe gave the visitors the lead before Joao Cancelo found a superb equaliser and set up Joao Felix for the decisive goal.

Dom Farrell

Akanji provides key lesson in Man City's Doku debate

Jeremy Doku once again caught the eye for Manchester City in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Liverpool. But Pep Guardiola purring over Manuel Akanji proves the future at the Etihad Stadium is hard to predict.

Dom Farrell

What's next for Katie Taylor?

Katie Taylor gained a stunning revenge win over Chantelle Cameron to become the undisputed super lightweight champion. Croke Park blockbusters await in 2024.

Dom Farrell

Nicolson claims first TKO win over Wildheart in Dublin

Skye Nicolson is targetting big fights in 2024 and turned in the most authoritative performance of her professional career when she stopped Lucy Wildheart in the ninth round to retain her WBC interim featherweight title.

Dom Farrell

Why Amnesty International protested at Man City vs. Liverpool

Manchester City's home game against Liverpool in the Premier League saw a plane fly over the stadium as part of a protest by Amnesty International.

Dom Farrell

New Haaland record not enough as Alexander-Arnold earns point

Erling Haaland's 50th Premier League goal gave Manchester City the lead over Liverpool but Trent Alexander-Arnold stole a point for Jurgen Klopp's side at the Etihad Stadium.

Dom Farrell

Liverpool early kickoff record: Is their record any good?

Jurgen Klopp complained that Liverpool had to restart their Premier League campaign after the international break at Manchester City in the 12:30 GMT kickoff slot. Why is this such a common occurrence for the Reds?

Dom Farrell

Will Brazil still qualify for the 2026 World Cup? What they need to do

Brazil suffered their first ever home World Cup qualifying defeat when bitter rivals Argentina left the Maracana with a 1-0 win. Are the five-time world champions in danger of missing out on the 2026 tournament?

Dom Farrell

Will there be a Euro 2024 Group of Death?

All major tournaments seem to throw up at least one devilishly tough group. Low seedings for a couple of heavyweight nations mean Euro 2024 should be no different.

Dom Farrell

Joshua: I'm a different breed to Wilder

Foul-mouthed and focused, Anthony Joshua told his rivals on Wednesday that he is ready to rule the heavyweight division again.

Dom Farrell

Palmer holds nerve as Chelsea and Man City share eight-goal thriller

Cole Palmer held his nerve to dispatch a stoppage-time penalty for Chelsea, joining Raheem Sterling in scoring against his former employers Manchester City in an astonishing 4-4 draw.

Dom Farrell

Where to watch Real Madrid vs. Valencia: Latest team news and odds

Real Madrid are aiming to get back to winning ways in La Liga when they host Valencia. Here's all you need to know about the Santiago Bernabeu showdown.

Dom Farrell

Prem soon come: Cole Palmer ready to haunt Man City

Cole Palmer earned rave reviews from Pep Guardiola after his Manchester City breakthrough. This weekend, he will spearhead Chelsea's bid to take down the Premier League champions.

Dom Farrell

Is Bukayo Saka playing in Arsenal vs. Burnley? Latest team news

Bukayo Saka is a potential injury doubt for Arsenal heading into the weekend clash with the Gunners. Here's all the rest of the team news heading into

Dom Farrell

How long is Bukayo Saka out for? Ankle injury update, return date

Mikel Arteta left Bukayo Saka in for the final minutes of Arsenal's Champions League victory over Sevilla, and he may regret that decision as the player went down with what appeared to be an ankle injury and could be forced to miss more time.

Dom Farrell

Campbell Hatton: What I learned from Virgil Hunter and Manny Robles

It's been a busy 2023 in and out of the ring for Campbell Hatton. The undefeated super-lightweight sat down to tell the Sporting News about lessons learned from Virgil Hunter, Manny Robles and Jack Catterall.

Dom Farrell

Roony Bardghji sinks Ten Hag's ten men after Rashford sees red

Manchester United led 2-0 and 3-2 against FC Copenhagen but succumbed to a late defeat after Marcus Rashford's first-half red card in the Champions League.

Dom Farrell

Sikan and super Shakhtar force Barcelona to wait for Champions League qualification

Barcelona will have to wait to seal qualification for the Champions League knockout stages after losing 1-0 to Shakhtar Donetsk. Danylo Sikan headed home the only goal five minutes before halftime.

Dom Farrell

Jackson hat-trick ends brave resistance of nine-man Spurs in crazy London derby

Nicolas Jackson completed a hat-trick in injury time as Chelsea belatedly ran out 4-1 winners over nine-man Tottenham in a magnificently chaotic London derby.

Dom Farrell

Erling Haaland injury: What games will Man City striker miss?

Manchester City raced into a 3-0 lead against Bournemouth at the Etihad Stadium but Erling Haaland suffered an injury and was replaced by Phil Foden at halftime. Here's what we know.

Dom Farrell

Who has won the most Copa Libertadores trophies?

Fluminense beat Boca Juniors 2-1 in the Copa Libertadores final at the Maracana on Saturday. Which club has the most wins in South America's premier club competition?

Dom Farrell

Cordina edges majority decision win over Vazquez in thrilling Monte Carlo showdown

Joe Cordina claimed a thrilling majority-decision win over Edward Vazquez to retain his IBF super-featherweight title in Monte Carlo. On the undercard, Adrian Curiel claimed a shock KO-victory over Sivenathi Nontshinga to win the IBF light flyweight championship

Dom Farrell

Disputed Gordon strike sees Newcastle down Arsenal

Anthony Gordon handed Arsenal their first defeat of the Premier League season as Newcastle edged a feisty encounter 1-0 at St James’ Park.

Dom Farrell

Who will Newcastle sign to replace Sandro Tonali?

Sandro Tonali was a marquee signing for Newcastle during the previous transfer window. The Italy midfielder's 10-month ban for betting offences means Eddie Howe's side will need to go back into the market.

Dom Farrell

Newcastle batter Man United in fresh humiliation

Miguel Almiron and Lewis Hall scored fine first-half goals to give Newcastle a 2-0 Carabao Cup lead over Manchester United at Old Trafford. Joe Willock piled more misery onto Erik ten Hag after the break.

Dom Farrell

Why it's certain Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup

Australia's decision to pull out of the race to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup means the tournament is set to go to Saudi Arabia. We explain why.

Dom Farrell

Ngannou exposes how heavyweight boxing fumbled the bag on a golden era

Francis Ngannou embarrassed Tyson Fury in Riyadh last Saturday. But heavyweight boxing has been willingly making a show of itself for far longer.

Dom Farrell

Lionel Messi wins record 8th Ballon d'Or award, Aitana Bonmati wins women's award

Lionel Messi, the favourite to win the Ballon d'Or for a record-extending eighth time, was confirmed as the 2023 men's winner, while Aitana Bonmati was crowned the female winner.

Kyle Bonn

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