Dejan Lovren in action for Liverpool on October 1, 2016
Dejan Lovren, Daniel Sturridge closing in on Liverpool returns
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp reveals that Dejan Lovren, Daniel Sturridge and Georginio Wijnaldum should all be available against Leicester following recent injuries.
Feb 24, 15:29
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte on the sidelines in the match against Burnley on February 12, 2017
Antonio Conte willing to take "risk" of winning title
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte says that he is willing to take the "risk" of winning the Premier League after seeing the last two title-winning managers sacked.
Feb 24, 15:20
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Roberto Mancini 'not interested in Leicester City job'
Roberto Mancini reportedly rules himself out of the running for the Leicester City job despite being the early favourite to succeed Claudio Ranieri.
Feb 24, 15:05
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte on the sidelines in the match against Burnley on February 12, 2017
Antonio Conte saddened by Claudio Ranieri sacking
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte is "disappointed" for Claudio Ranieri after he was sacked by Leicester City just nine months after leading them to the Premier League title.
Feb 24, 14:55
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho watches on during his side's FA Cup fifth round clash with Blackburn Rovers at Ewood Park on February 19, 2017
Jose Mourinho: 'Rostov is a bad draw for Manchester United'
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho believes that his side's Europa League last-16 clash with Rostov is a "bad draw in every aspect" for the club.
Feb 24, 14:41
Jose Mourinho and Claudio Ranieri greet each other prior to the game between Manchester United and Leicester City on September 24, 2016
Jose Mourinho: 'Difficult to accept Claudio Ranieri sacking'
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho claims that Leicester City should rename their stadium after sacked manager Claudio Ranieri.
Feb 24, 14:31
Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney in action during his side's FA Cup third round clash with Reading at Old Trafford on January 7, 2017
Wayne Rooney to be in Manchester United squad for EFL Cup final
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho reveals that Wayne Rooney will return to the squad for Sunday's EFL Cup final against Southampton at Wembley.
Feb 24, 14:13
Manchester United winger Henrikh Mkhitaryan in action during the Premier League clash with Liverpool at Old Trafford on January 15, 2017
Henrikh Mkhitaryan ruled out of EFL Cup final
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho confirms that Henrikh Mkhitaryan will miss Sunday's EFL Cup final against Southampton through injury.
Feb 24, 14:09
Claudio Ranieri watches on during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Leicester City on December 13, 2016
Craig Shakespeare: 'Claudio Ranieri sacking is very sad'
Leicester City caretaker manager Craig Shakespeare describes Claudio Ranieri's departure as a "very sad" moment for the club.
Feb 24, 14:01
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Craig Shakespeare denies player revolt forced Claudio Ranieri out of Leicester
Leicester City caretaker manager Craig Shakespeare denies reports that a number of senior players were instrumental in the club's decision to sack Claudio Ranieri.
Feb 24, 13:50
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Roberto Mancini expresses sympathy for Claudio Ranieri
Roberto Mancini, who is the favourite to become the next Leicester City manager, expresses sympathy for compatriot Claudio Ranieri following his sacking by the club.
Feb 24, 13:35
Reds boss Jurgen Klopp appears ahead of the Premier League game between Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur on February 11, 2017
Jurgen Klopp expecting "best" Leicester City
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says that he is expecting the "best" Leicester City side to turn up for Monday's Premier League clash between the two sides.
Feb 24, 13:25
Jose Mourinho and Claudio Ranieri greet each other prior to the game between Manchester United and Leicester City on September 24, 2016
Jose Mourinho pays tribute to sacked Claudio Ranieri
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho pays tribute to Claudio Ranieri following the title-winning manager's sacking by Leicester City.
Feb 24, 13:17
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Hope Akpan hit with four-game ban for pushing referee
Blackburn Rovers midfielder Hope Akpan is hit with a four-game ban for pushing referee Scott Duncan during his side's defeat to Sheffield Wednesday.
Feb 24, 13:09
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino watches on during the Premier League clash with Watford at Vicarage Road on January 1, 2017
Mauricio Pochettino "very disappointed" with Tottenham's Europa League exit
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino says that he is "proud" of his side's performance against Gent but "very disappointed" at their exit from the Europa League.
Feb 23, 22:46
Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri yells instructions during his side's 1-0 win over Porto in Group G of the Champions League on September 27, 2016
Alan Smith "flabbergasted" by Claudio Ranieri sacking
Former Leicester City striker Alan Smith says that he is "flabbergasted" by the club's decision to sack manager Claudio Ranieri nine months after winning the title.
Feb 23, 22:36
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Christian Eriksen: 'Tottenham Hotspur were not good enough'
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Christian Eriksen admits that his side were not good enough over two legs following their Europa League exit at the hands of Gent.
Feb 23, 22:24
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino on the touchline during his side's North London derby against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on November 6, 2016
Europa League roundup: Tottenham Hotspur, Athletic Bilbao, Fiorentina crash out
Tottenham Hotspur, Athletic Bilbao and Fiorentina are among the teams to crash out of the Europa League in the last 32.
Feb 23, 22:06
Philippe Coutinho readjusts during the EFL Cup semi-final between Liverpool and Southampton on January 25, 2017
Philippe Coutinho "very happy" to win Samba Gold award
Liverpool midfielder Philippe Coutinho says that he is "very happy" to have won the Samba Gold award, given to the best Brazilian player in Europe.
Feb 23, 21:26
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Roberto Mancini early favourite to succeed Claudio Ranieri at Leicester City
Former Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini emerges as the early favourite to succeed Claudio Ranieri as Leicester City boss.
Feb 23, 21:14
Claudio Ranieri watches on during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Leicester City on December 13, 2016
Tony Cottee: 'Claudio Ranieri deserved more time at Leicester City'
Former Leicester City striker Tony Cottee claims that sacked manager Claudio Ranieri deserved more time to turn the club's form around.
Feb 23, 21:00
Sean Dyche watches on during the Premier League game between Burnley and Bournemouth on December 11, 2016
Sean Dyche: 'Burnley over FA Cup exit to Lincoln City'
Burnley manager Sean Dyche insists that his side have already moved on from their shock FA Cup exit at the hands of non-league Lincoln City at Turf Moor.
Feb 23, 20:45
Claudio Ranieri watches on during the Premier League game between Southampton and Leicester City on January 22, 2017
Gary Lineker slams "unforgivable" Claudio Ranieri sacking
Former Leicester City striker Gary Lineker describes the decision to sack manager Claudio Ranieri as "inexplicable" and "unforgivable".
Feb 23, 20:35
Manchester City's Bacary Sagna during the FA Cup fifth-round match against Huddersfield Town on February 18, 2017
Bacary Sagna: 'Manchester City must communicate more'
Manchester City full-back Bacary Sagna admits that his side need to improve their communication in defence following the thrilling 5-3 victory over Monaco.
Feb 23, 20:22
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Leicester City confirm Claudio Ranieri departure
Leicester City confirm that they have sacked manager Claudio Ranieri just nine months after he led the club to the Premier League title.
Feb 23, 20:05
Claudio Ranieri watches on during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Leicester City on December 13, 2016
Claudio Ranieri 'sacked by Leicester City'
Leicester City sack manager Claudio Ranieri just nine months after he steered the club to the Premier League title.
Feb 23, 19:44
Swindon Town director of football Tim Sherwood on the touchline during the FA Cup clash with Eastleigh on November 15, 2016
Tim Sherwood hit with two-match stadium ban
Swindon Town director of football Tim Sherwood is hit with a two-match stadium ban after admitting an FA charge of misconduct for abusing a match official.
Feb 23, 19:42
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Claude Makelele: 'Swansea City not daunted by Chelsea visit'
Swansea City assistant manager Claude Makelele insists that his side are not intimidated by Chelsea's formidable home record ahead of Saturday's trip to Stamford Bridge.
Feb 23, 19:31
Eric Dier in action during the Premier League game between Southampton and Tottenham Hotspur on December 28, 2016
Team News: Eric Dier returns for Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino brings Eric Dier back into the starting XI for his side's Europa League last-32 second leg with Gent.
Feb 23, 19:01
Burnley manager Sean Dyche gesticulates in the match against Chelsea on February 12, 2017
Sean Dyche: 'Away run of games is brilliant for Burnley'
Burnley manager Sean Dyche claims that an upcoming run of four consecutive away games is "brilliant" for his side despite their dire record on the road this season.
Feb 23, 15:59
Ross Barkley in action for Everton on September 30, 2016
Ronald Koeman "really happy" with Ross Barkley form
Everton manager Ronald Koeman hails the recent form of Ross Barkley, insisting that a change of position has brought the best out of the midfielder.
Feb 23, 15:49
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Gillingham bring in Zesh Rehman until end of season
Gillingham announce the signing of former Fulham and QPR defender Zesh Rehman on a short-term contract until the end of the season.
Feb 23, 15:38
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John Barclay to captain much-changed Scotland against Wales
Flanker John Barclay will captain Scotland against Wales in the absence of the injured Greig Laidlaw as Vern Cotter makes five changes to his side.
Feb 23, 15:24
Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka looks on prior to his side's Premier League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 5, 2016
Aitor Karanka "confident" of beating Crystal Palace
Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka is "confident" of beating relegation rivals Crystal Palace when his side visit Selhurst Park on Saturday.
Feb 23, 15:11
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Mousa Dembele talks with manager Mauricio Pochettino on the touchline during his side's clash with Bayer Leverkusen at Wembley Stadium on November 2, 2016
Gent boss Hein Vanhaezebrouck talks up Mousa Dembele importance for Spurs
Gent manager Hein Vanhaezebrouck claims that Tottenham Hotspur would not be in such good shape without the influence of Mousa Dembele in midfield.
Feb 23, 15:02
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Paul Peterson leads the way in Johannesburg
American Paul Peterson leads the way from English pair Aaron Rai and Paul Waring after a rain-affected opening day of the Joburg Open in Johannesburg.
Feb 23, 14:51
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Roy Keane urges Manchester United to sign Antoine Griezmann
Former Manchester United midfielder Roy Keane believes that the "fantastic" Antoine Griezmann would be a perfect signing for the club this summer.
Feb 23, 14:37
Arsenal full-back Hector Bellerin in action during his side's Champions League clash with FC Basel at the Emirates Stadium on September 28, 2016
Hector Bellerin 'open to Barcelona move if Arsene Wenger leaves'
Arsenal full-back Hector Bellerin will reportedly consider a return to former club Barcelona should Arsene Wenger leave the club this summer.
Feb 23, 14:27
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Johnny Sexton returns for Ireland against France
Johnny Sexton returns to the Ireland starting lineup after a calf injury in one of three changes to the side ahead of Saturday's Six Nations clash with France.
Feb 23, 14:16
Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka looks on prior to his side's Premier League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 5, 2016
Aitor Karanka: 'Crystal Palace match is massive'
Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka admits that Saturday's Premier League clash with relegation rivals Crystal Palace is a "massive" game for both clubs.
Feb 23, 14:06
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