Liverpool defender Ragnar Klavan holds off the challenge of Stoke City's Jonathan Walters during the Premier League clash at Anfield on December 27, 2016
Ian Wright: 'Ragnar Klavan a defensive problem for Liverpool'
Ian Wright says that Joel Matip is "OK" defensively, but Ragnar Klavan has yet to justify his inclusion in the Liverpool squad.
Oct 9, 11:09
 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
Shane Long ruled out of Wales qualifier with hip injury
Injured striker Shane Long will play no part for Republic of Ireland in their must-win qualifying clash against Wales at the Cardiff City Stadium.
Oct 9, 10:46
 Manchester City's Bacary Sagna during the FA Cup fifth-round match against Huddersfield Town on February 18, 2017
Report: Leicester City to move for free agent Bacary Sagna
Free agent Bacary Sagna, who spent a combined 10 years with Arsenal and Manchester City, is reportedly on Leicester City's radar.
Oct 9, 10:35
 Sergi Roberto in action for Barcelona during their La Liga clash with Granada at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016
Manchester City 'prepared to meet Sergi Roberto release clause'
A report claims that versatile Barcelona midfielder Sergi Roberto is still a target for Manchester City, who are prepared to trigger his £36m release clause next year.
Oct 9, 10:22
 Wales forward Ben Woodburn scores on his international debut against Austria at the Principality Stadium on September 2, 2017
Joe Ledley warns Wales teammate Ben Woodburn "to be patient"
Joe Ledley heaps praise on talented youngster Ben Woodburn, but suggests that the Liverpool and Wales ace is not yet ready to start regularly.
Oct 9, 10:09
 A frustrated Zlatan Ibrahimovic during the Europa League game between Manchester United and Anderlecht on April 20, 2017
Zlatan Ibrahimovic 'targets return to action for Arsenal match'
Zlatan Ibrahimovic plans on being back on the field in time for Manchester United's trip to face Arsenal in early December, according to a report.
Oct 9, 09:47
 Olivier Giroud celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Leicester City on August 11, 2017
Olivier Giroud: 'Rejecting Everton was right choice to make'
Olivier Giroud again admits that he came "very close" to joining Everton during the summer, but is glad to have remained at Arsenal.
Oct 9, 09:38
 Tottenham Hotspur full-back Serge Aurier in action during his side's Champions League clash with Borussia Dortmund on September 13, 2017
Kolo Toure, Didier Drogba urge Serge Aurier to 'grow up'
Kolo Toure says that former Ivory Coast teammate Serge Aurier 'lacks maturity' and must now grow up following his move to Tottenham Hotspur.
Oct 9, 09:22
 Sexy Luis Suarez in action for Barcelona during their La Liga clash with Granada at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016
Oscar Tabarez: 'Luis Suarez is fit enough to play'
Oscar Tabarez insists that Barcelona striker Luis Suarez is not in need of urgent surgery to his right knee, contrary to recent reports.
Oct 9, 09:09
 Liverpool winger Mohamed Salah in action during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Didier Drogba hails "real leader" Mohamed Salah
Chelsea legend Didier Drogba hails former teammate Mohamed Salah as a "real leader" after the attacker scored twice against Congo to help Egypt to the World Cup finals.
Oct 9, 08:57
 New Rugby League generic
Zak Hardaker banned after positive drugs test
Zak Hardaker is provisionally suspended by the Rugby Football League for a failed drugs test last month, ruling him out of World Cup contention for England.
Oct 9, 08:46
 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
Jack Butland: 'Performances need to improve before World Cup'
England goalkeeper Jack Butland concedes that an improvement is required if his side are to be considered contenders to challenge at next summer's World Cup finals.
Oct 9, 08:36
 Neymar in action during the Ligue 1 match between Guingamp and Paris Saint-Germain on August 13, 2017
First five Ballon d'Or 2017 nominees revealed
Two Real Madrid players have been nominated for the 2017 Ballon d'Or award, while Paris Saint-Germain's Neymar and Juventus ace Paulo Dybala are also in the running.
Oct 9, 08:25
 Anthony Martial celebrates the fourth during the Premier League game between Swansea City and Manchester United on August 19, 2017
Barcelona to rival Arsenal for Anthony Martial?
Manchester United forward Anthony Martial is linked with a move to Barcelona, just days after Arsenal reportedly made their interest in the Frenchman known.
Oct 9, 08:10
 Shkodran Mustafi in action for Arsenal on September 10, 2016
Joachim Low: 'Shkodran Mustafi facing long spell out'
Joachim Low provides an injury update on Shkodran Mustafi, revealing that he expects the Arsenal centre-back to spend some time on the sidelines with a thigh muscle tear.
Oct 8, 22:02
 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
Michael O'Neill: 'Northern Ireland have good chance of progressing'
Michael O'Neill admits that he is happy Northern Ireland came through their dead-rubber against Norway with no meaningful yellow cards, as they prepare for a playoff tie.
Oct 8, 21:52
 Paul Pogba reacts to his effort being saved during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Manchester United on September 9, 2017
Manchester United fear midfielder Paul Pogba out until Christmas?
Manchester United and France midfielder Paul Pogba is to miss another two months of action while he recovers from a hamstring problem, according to a report.
Oct 8, 21:37
 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
Andrea Pirlo not ruling out future Chelsea coaching role
Andrea Pirlo says that he 'needs time to decide' his next career move after announcing his retirement plans, amid suggestions that he could join Chelsea's coaching staff.
Oct 8, 21:27
 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
Harry Winks: 'Representing England a dream come true'
Harry Winks says that helping England to victory against Lithuania was all that mattered, as he reflects on his "dream" of representing the Three Lions at senior level.
Oct 8, 21:15
 Mauricio Pochettino embraces Harry Kane during the Champions League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Borussia Dortmund on September 13, 2017
Harry Kane: 'I cannot thank Mauricio Pochettino enough'
Harry Kane claims that Tottenham Hotspur teammate Harry Winks stood out in England's win over Lithuania, as he heaps praise on 'world's best manager' Mauricio Pochettino.
Oct 8, 21:05
 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
Spain boss Julen Lopetegui plans to 'freshen up' side
Spain manager Julen Lopetegui says that "there will be changes" to his starting lineup against Israel, with Sergio Busquets among those to come in for his 100th cap.
Oct 8, 20:49
 Interim England manager Gareth Southgate on the touchline during the international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016
Gareth Southgate: England "flat" after uninspiring victory
Gareth Southgate admits that improvement is needed after England struggled to break down Lithuania on Sunday evening, coming away from Vilnius with a slender 1-0 win.
Oct 8, 20:36
 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
Gareth Southgate: 'Harry Kane continues to lead from the front'
Gareth Southgate says that he has been left impressed by what he has seen from Harry Kane since handing the striker the captain's armband.
Oct 8, 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
Gordon Strachan: 'Wrong time to consider my Scotland future'
Gordon Strachan insists that nobody is feeling the pain of Scotland's latest campaign failure more than his players, as he refuses to confirm whether he will stay on.
Oct 8, 20:09
 Scotland manager Gordon Strachan on the touchline during his side's World Cup qualifier against England at Wembley on November 11, 2016
Gordon Strachan: 'Genetics to blame for Scotland failure'
Gordon Strachan attributes a lack of height in his squad as one of the key reasons behind Scotland's failure to reach another major competition.
Oct 8, 19:55
 Shkodran Mustafi in action for Arsenal on September 10, 2016
Arsenal defender Shkodran Mustafi picks up injury on Germany duty
Shkodran Mustafi picks up a suspected thigh injury during Germany's World Cup qualifier against Azerbaijan, potentially ruling him out of Arsenal's upcoming fixtures.
Oct 8, 19:45
 Roberto Firmino delivers an unorthodox celebration after scoring during the Champions League playoff between Liverpool and Hoffenheim on August 23, 2017
Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino hints at new contract
Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino targets "another 100 games" for the club after recently racking up a century of appearances.
Oct 8, 19:33
 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
Germany to block Joachim Low taking over at Bayern Munich
Germany general manager Oliver Bierhoff reveals that Bayern Munich have shown an interest in national team boss Joachim Low, but he is under contract until 2020.
Oct 8, 19:21
 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
Martin O'Neill: 'Republic of Ireland not thinking about revenge'
Martin O'Neill targets a place at Russia 2018 to give stricken skipper Seamus Coleman a World Cup incentive on his comeback from injury.
Oct 8, 19:07
 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
Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill: "I feel sorry for Scotland"
Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill says that he 'feels sorry for Scotland' after seeing them miss out on a World Cup qualification playoff spot.
Oct 8, 18:53
 David De Gea applauds after the Premier League game between Manchester United and Crystal Palace on May 21, 2017
Report: Paris Saint-Germain lining up move for David de Gea
A report claims that David de Gea is wanted by Paris Saint-Germain, who have targeted the Manchester United goalkeeper as their next big-money acquisition.
Oct 8, 18:42
 Rafael Nadal in action during the first round of the US Open on August 29, 2017
Rafael Nadal scoops sixth title of 2017 with victory in China
World number one Rafael Nadal beats Nick Kyrgios in straight sets to lift the China Open trophy - his sixth title of the season.
Oct 8, 15:00
 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
Chris Coleman expects 'lots of contact' in Republic of Ireland clash
Chris Coleman attempts to downplay Neil Taylor's leg-breaking challenge on Seamus Coleman ahead of the latest showdown between Wales and Republic of Ireland.
Oct 8, 14:47
 Italy manager Giampiero Ventura on the touchline during the international friendly with Germany in Milan on November 15, 2016
Gianluigi Buffon defends under-fire manager Giampiero Ventura
Italy manager Giampiero Ventura should not be judged on results over the past month, according to skipper Gianluigi Buffon.
Oct 8, 14:31
 Ademola Lookman in action for Everton against Bournemouth on February 4, 2017
Arsenal to make a move for Everton's Ademola Lookman?
A report claims that Everton youngster Ademola Lookman is tempted to return to London, with interested party Arsenal needing to hand over £15m to secure his signature.
Oct 8, 14:19
 Jhon Cordoba celebrates scoring during the Europa League game between Arsenal and FC Koln on September 14, 2017
Report: FC Koln striker Jhon Cordoba wanted by Aston Villa
FC Koln striker Jhon Cordoba, best known for his long-range strike against Arsenal last month, is reportedly a January target for Aston Villa.
Oct 8, 14:07
 Generic image of a locker room
Lawyer: 'Alex Hales not expecting to face criminal charge'
Lawyer Ian Kelcey admits that he will be "surprised" if any further action is taken against England batsman Alex Hales following an incident outside a Bristol nightclub.
Oct 8, 13:55
 Benik Afobe celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Swansea City on March 18, 2017
Bournemouth 'willing to sell Benik Afobe to West Bromwich Albion'
Benik Afobe will reportedly be allowed to leave Bournemouth in January if his £12m valuation is met, with West Bromwich Albion and Wolverhampton Wanderers interested.
Oct 8, 13:39
 Arsenal attacker Alexis Sanchez in action during his side's Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium on October 1, 2017
Alex Iwobi: 'Alexis Sanchez, Mesut Ozil exits would be huge setback'
Alex Iwobi admits that he is desperate to see Alexis Sanchez and Mesut Ozil commit to Arsenal beyond the end of the campaign, when their current deals are due to expire.
Oct 8, 13:29
 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 De Bruyne hits out at "unacceptable" playing surface
Belgium midfielder Kevin De Bruyne claims that the playing surface at Bosnia-Herzegovina's home ground is the worst that he has played on since he was seven years old.
Oct 8, 13:16
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