Eric Dier celebrates with teammates after scoring during the World Cup qualifier between England and Slovakia on September 4, 2017
England fans warned by FIFA over throwing of paper aeroplanes
FIFA warns the Football Association about the behaviour of England fans after a number of paper aeroplanes were launched towards the field against Slovenia last month.
Nov 7, 20:17
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino watches on during the Premier League clash with Watford at Vicarage Road on January 1, 2017
Danny Rose: 'Relationship with Mauricio Pochettino is great'
Tottenham Hotspur full-back Danny Rose thanks "class act" Mauricio Pochettino for slowly integrating him back into his plans following a long time out injured.
Nov 7, 20:02
Tottenham Hotspur defender Danny Rose in action during the Premier League clash with Watford at Vicarage Road on January 1, 2017
Danny Rose turns to psychologist to help with injury return
Danny Rose confesses that he felt "jealous and angry" watching his Tottenham Hotspur teammates in action during his nine-month spell out injured.
Nov 7, 19:52
Dejan Lovren is taken off early during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool on October 22, 2017
Dejan Lovren playing under "black cloud" at Liverpool
Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren admits that his mental strength has been tested following a tricky few weeks both on and off the field.
Nov 7, 19:40
Wales defender Ashley Williams in action during his side's World Cup qualifier with Serbia on November 12, 2016
Chris Coleman offers support to under-fire captain Ashley Williams
Chris Coleman says that Ashley Williams was "absolutely crushed" after last month's defeat to Republic of Ireland, but hopes to see the defender stay on as Wales captain.
Nov 7, 15:58
Timothy Fosu-Mensah in action for Manchester United on September 29, 2016
Netherlands call up Timothy Fosu-Mensah for friendly double-header
Timothy Fosu-Mensah is included in the Netherlands' senior squad for the friendlies against Scotland and Romania after Lyon full-back Kenny Tete pulled out injured.
Nov 7, 15:46
Neymar in action during the Ligue 1 match between Guingamp and Paris Saint-Germain on August 13, 2017
Neymar, Unai Emery 'hold face-to-face talks to resolve differences'
Neymar reportedly held positive talks with boss Unai Emery last week, as the pair attempt to alleviate the growing tension in the Paris Saint-Germain camp.
Nov 7, 15:36
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
Sam Allardyce urges Sunderland owner Ellis Short to sell up
Sam Allardyce describes former club Sunderland's plight as "tragic" and insists that the only way it will end is if owner Ellis Short sells the club.
Nov 7, 15:25
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Tom Curran called up to England squad as Steven Finn replacement
Tom Curran is given the nod to replace Steven Finn in England's Ashes squad, with Liam Plunkett and Mark Wood again being overlooked for selection.
Nov 7, 15:11
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
Kevin Mirallas apologises for training-ground behaviour
Kevin Mirallas attempts to clarify why he was sent home from training, admitting that he was simply frustrated at being left out of the squad to face Watford.
Nov 7, 15:00
Alexandre Lacazette celebrates during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017
Martin Keown baffled by decision to drop Alexandre Lacazette
Martin Keown says that Alexandre Lacazette 'does not deserve' to be dropped to the bench for big matches, having been overlooked for selection against Manchester City.
Nov 7, 14:44
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
Report: Diego Simeone tops Everton managerial shortlist
Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone is reportedly Everton owner Farhad Moshiri's number-one choice to take over at Goodison Park on a permanent basis.
Nov 7, 14:35
Jose Mourinho shouts during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Manchester United on October 21, 2017
Marcel Desailly: 'Jose Mourinho needs more time at Manchester United'
Marcel Desailly backs Jose Mourinho to turn Manchester United into a title-winning force once given more time to further shape his squad.
Nov 7, 14:23
Philippe Coutinho in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester United on October 14, 2017
Philippe Coutinho likely to miss Japan friendly due to muscle injury
Philippe Coutinho has an outside chance of featuring in Brazil's friendly with England next week, as he continues his recovery from a minor muscle injury.
Nov 7, 14:10
Harry Winks nurses an injured leg during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Crystal Palace on November 5, 2017
Report: Harry Winks ankle injury not serious
Harry Winks could be fit for Tottenham Hotspur's next match after scans revealed that he has not suffered ankle ligament damage, according to a report.
Nov 7, 13:58
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois in action during his side's Premier League clash with Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on January 14, 2017
Thibaut Courtois: Manchester City look "unstoppable"
Thibaut Courtois insists that there is still plenty of time for Chelsea to make up the gap on Manchester City, who he describes as "unstoppable" on current form.
Nov 7, 13:45
Raheem Sterling celebrates with teammates after scoring during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Crystal Palace on September 23, 2017
Danny Rose "up for challenge" of catching Manchester City
Danny Rose claims that Manchester City can still be caught at the top of the Premier League table, despite opening up an eight-point gap on his Tottenham Hotspur side.
Nov 7, 13:36
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain in action for Liverpool on November 1, 2017
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain happy to remain patient after making first league start
Liverpool midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain admits that it was always going to be tough holding down a first-team spot upon arriving, but hopes to now become a regular.
Nov 7, 13:25
Paul Pogba in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Leicester City on August 26, 2017
Jose Mourinho confident over Paul Pogba, Zlatan Ibrahimovic fitness
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho hopes to have Paul Pogba, Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Marcos Rojo back in action in time for the festive fixtures next month.
Nov 7, 13:13
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Lewis Hamilton accused of 'dodging VAT on private jet'
Leaked documents suggest that Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton dodged a 20% VAT charge on his £16.5m private jet in 2013.
Nov 7, 13:07
David Luiz celebrates opening the scoring during the Champions League group game between Chelsea and Roma on October 18, 2017
David Luiz 'being punished because of Diego Costa friendship'
A report claims that David Luiz thinks his close association with Diego Costa is behind Antonio Conte's decision to drop him from the squad to face Manchester United.
Nov 7, 12:50
Raheem Sterling makes a friend during an England training session on August 29, 2017
Three more pull out of England squad for upcoming friendlies
Gareth Southgate will be without at least six players for England's final matches of 2017, as three more have been forced to withdraw from the squad through injury.
Nov 7, 12:38
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
Luiz Felipe Scolari brings end to Guangzhou Evergrande tenure
Luiz Felipe Scolari quits Chinese champions Guangzhou Evergrande, but reveals that he may remain in the Far East for another managerial spell.
Nov 5, 13:04
Fernandinho leaves the field after seeing red during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Burnley on January 2, 2017
Report: Fernandinho to sign one-year contract extension
A report claims that Fernandinho, described as one of the best defensive midfielders in the world by boss Pep Guardiola, will be offered a one-year contract extension.
Nov 5, 12:51
Emre Can in action during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester United on October 14, 2017
Manchester City contenders to sign Emre Can from Liverpool?
A report claims that there is now a three-team race to land Emre Can from Liverpool, as Manchester City have joined Juventus and Bayern Munich in the running.
Nov 5, 12:39
Nemanja Matic in action during the Champions League game between Manchester United and Basel on September 12, 2017
David Luiz: 'No surprise to see Nemanja Matic doing so well'
David Luiz is not surprised that Nemanja Matic has become a key member of Manchester United's starting lineup since arriving from Chelsea in the summer.
Nov 5, 12:29
Jurgen Klopp watches the horror unfold during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool on October 22, 2017
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp baffled by fixture scheduling
Jurgen Klopp is unsure why Liverpool are being made to play twice in the space of three days during the festive season.
Nov 5, 12:18
Mark Noble and Eric Dier in action during the EFL Cup game between Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United on October 25, 2017
Eric Dier: 'Relationship with Mauricio Pochettino is great'
Eric Dier moves to clarify the situation leading to his falling out with manager Mauricio Pochettino last year, which he insists is now in the past.
Nov 5, 12:04
Anthony Joshua in an opening training session on December 6, 2016
Anthony Joshua vows to "eat" Deontay Wilder in 2018 bout
Anthony Joshua will accept Deontay Wilder's challenge of a 2018 world title unification fight, promoter Eddie Hearn reveals.
Nov 5, 11:50
Alexis Sanchez in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017
Bayern Munich pull out of race to sign Alexis Sanchez
Bayern Munich president Karl-Heinz Rummenigge hints that Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez already has his heart set on a move to Manchester City in the New Year.
Nov 5, 11:28
Dele Alli in action during England's World Cup qualifying win over Slovakia on September 4, 2017
Injured midfielder Dele Alli withdraws from England squad
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli pulls out of England's squad for the games against Germany and Brazil with a hamstring injury.
Nov 5, 11:25
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
Team News: Paulo Gazzaniga to make first Tottenham Hotspur appearance
Paulo Gazzaniga will make his first appearance for Tottenham Hotspur in this afternoon's league clash with Crystal Palace in one of five changes for the hosts.
Nov 5, 11:04
Romelu Lukaku looks unimpressed while playing for Manchester United in August 2017
Juan Mata: 'Romelu Lukaku can be Manchester United's Didier Drogba'
Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata describes Romelu Lukaku as a "sensational striker" who can potentially become a legend at Old Trafford.
Nov 5, 10:53
Jose Mourinho winks during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Manchester United on September 9, 2017
Roman Abramovich 'invites Jose Mourinho to dinner'
Roman Abramovich hopes to meet face to face with Jose Mourinho following Sunday afternoon's league meeting between Chelsea and Manchester United, according to a report.
Nov 5, 10:42
Dele Alli celebrates scoring during the Champions League group game between Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid on November 1, 2017
Roy Hodgson: 'Offers have already been made for Dele Alli'
Roy Hodgson suggests that Dele Alli is now high on the list of targets for a number of European clubs after developing into one of the continent's "top midfielders".
Nov 5, 10:29
Eden Hazard is congratulated by teammates after scoring during the Champions League group game between Chelsea and Roma on October 18, 2017
Eden Hazard: 'Chelsea must learn from 2015-16 season'
Chelsea forward Eden Hazard hopes that his side can learn from two seasons ago when following up their previous Premier League title defence with a 10th-place finish.
Nov 5, 10:19
Barcelona's Paco Alcacer challenges Ruben Vezo of Granada during the La Liga clash at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016
Ernesto Valverde delighted with Paco Alcacer impact
Ernesto Valverde talks up the depth of his Barcelona squad after Paco Alcacer netted twice against Sevilla on just his second league start of the season.
Nov 5, 10:08
Brendan Rodgers watches on during the Champions League game between Manchester City and Celtic on December 6, 2016
Brendan Rodgers hails "special" Celtic achievement
Brendan Rodgers is delighted to see his current Celtic crop make history, having defeated St Johnstone on Saturday to make it a British record 62 domestic games unbeaten.
Nov 5, 09:56
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
Thomas Christiansen targets end to Leeds United's losing run
Thomas Christiansen admits that he will remain under pressure until Leeds United end their disappointing run of form, which has seen them lose six of their last seven.
Nov 5, 09:44
Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring the second during the Premier League game between Manchester United and West Ham United on August 13, 2017
Romelu Lukaku "really enjoying" life at Manchester United
Romelu Lukaku says that playing regularly at Old Trafford is enough to give him "goosebumps", as he attempts to add his name to the list of Manchester United legends.
Nov 5, 09:32
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