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
Arjen Robben: 'Netherlands have no chance of qualifying'
Arjen Robben concedes that the Netherlands' hopes of reaching Russia 2018 are over after leaving themselves with too big a mountain to climb against Sweden.
Oct 8, 13:04
Everton manager Ronald Koeman watches on during his side's Europa League clash with Apollon Limassol at Goodison Park on September 28, 2017
Kevin Ratcliffe: 'Everton players can't handle the pressure'
Kevin Ratcliffe believes that former club Everton should stick with manager Ronald Koeman, despite a string of underwhelming displays to begin the season.
Oct 8, 12:53
N'Golo Kante in action during the Champions League game between Chelsea and Qarabag on September 12, 2017
Didier Deschamps unsure on severity of N'Golo Kante injury
Didier Deschamps is unwilling to put a timeframe on Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante's injury layoff, but confirms that he will miss the midweek visit of Belarus.
Oct 8, 12:37
England midfielder Eric Dier in action during his side's international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016
Eric Dier targets Premier League, World Cup double
Tottenham Hotspur and England midfielder Eric Dier hopes to win the Premier League and World Cup to achieve his dream.
Oct 8, 12:24
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
Fernando Santos explains Cristiano Ronaldo omission
Portugal boss Fernando Santos was unwilling to risk Cristiano Ronaldo from the off against Andorra as he had not fully trained in the build-up to the World Cup qualifier.
Oct 8, 12:12
Liverpool midfielder Philippe Coutinho in action during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Paris Saint-Germain face competition from Barcelona for Philippe Coutinho?
A report claims that Paris Saint-Germain are back in for Philippe Coutinho and are willing to hand Liverpool £135m to sign the Brazilian playmaker.
Oct 8, 12:03
Sergio Aguero in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Everton on August 21, 2017
Report: AC Milan to launch £80m bid for Sergio Aguero in January
Sergio Aguero could be on his way to AC Milan in January should Alexis Sanchez join Manchester City from Arsenal, according to a report.
Oct 8, 11:51
Marouane Fellaini celebrates scoring during the Champions League game between Manchester United and Basel on September 12, 2017
Manchester United's Marouane Fellaini avoids long-term layoff
Marouane Fellaini is expected to miss around two weeks of action after injuring his knee in Belgium's win over Bosnia-Herzegovina on Saturday evening.
Oct 8, 11:39
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: 'England door not closed on Jack Wilshere'
Gareth Southgate insists that Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere remains in his England plans, but only if he starts getting more playing time at his club side.
Oct 7, 18:30
Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer in action for his side during a Champions League match against Arsenal
Manuel Neuer fears six-month spell on sidelines with foot injury
Manuel Neuer reveals that he does not expect his latest injury to fully heal until March, essentially ruling him out of the majority of Bayern Munich's campaign.
Oct 7, 18:15
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
Thiago Alcantara ruled out for Spain with ankle injury
Thiago Alcantara returns to Bayern Munich for treatment after picking up an ankle injury in Spain's 3-0 win over Albania.
Oct 7, 18:04
Sergio Ramos embraces Cristiano Ronaldo during the Champions League game between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid on September 26, 2017
Report: Sergio Ramos already signed new contract at Real Madrid
A report claims that Real Madrid centre-back Sergio Ramos has added an extra year to his contract to keep him at the Bernabeu until 2021.
Oct 7, 17:53
Paulo Dybala in action for Juventus in the Coppa Italia final against Lazio on May 17, 2017
Juventus chief: 'Paulo Dybala will not be sold at any price'
Paulo Dybala wants to remain a Juventus player "for life" and will soon sign a new contract to prove it, according to general director Beppe Marotta.
Oct 7, 17:38
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Millwall 'given highest terror alert over fears of attack'
Millwall reportedly called in counter-terror police after a member of staff who converted to Islam sent mobile phone footage of the club's ground to a friend in Pakistan.
Oct 7, 17:25
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp reacts during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Kevin Keegan: 'Liverpool must remain patient with Jurgen Klopp'
Kevin Keegan insists that Liverpool are not alone with their defensive struggles, as he backs Jurgen Klopp to turn things around at Anfield.
Oct 7, 17:12
Scotland manager Gordon Strachan on the touchline during his side's World Cup qualifier against England at Wembley on November 11, 2016
Barry Bannan: 'Slovenia game win-or-bust for Scotland'
Barry Bannan says that hearing the full-time whistle against Slovakia was "the happiest moment" he has had in football, and now wants three more points against Slovenia.
Oct 7, 16:58
Marouane Fellaini celebrates scoring during the Champions League game between Manchester United and Basel on September 12, 2017
Marouane Fellaini hobbles off for Belgium with knee injury
Marouane Fellaini picks up a knee injury in the first half of Belgium's World Cup qualifying clash against Bosnia-Herzegovina, forcing him off the field.
Oct 7, 16:46
Bournemouth striker Josh King in action during his side's Premier League clash with Leicester City at the Vitality Stadium on September 30, 2017
Lars Lagerback: 'Joshua King primed for top-six club'
Lars Lagerback believes that Norway and Bournemouth striker Joshua King has all the qualities required to play for a top-six club in the Premier League.
Oct 7, 16:33
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
Julen Lopetegui plays down Gerard Pique boos in Spain win
Julen Lopetegui insists that it would be wrong to focus on the reaction received by Gerard Pique during Spain's 3-0 win over Albania on Friday evening.
Oct 7, 16:23
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
Phil Neville's son a target for Manchester United?
Phil Neville's son Harvey is reportedly a target for Manchester United, while Tottenham Hotspur have also shown an interest in the Valencia youngster.
Oct 7, 16:10
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
Gary Cahill: 'England cannot rely on Harry Kane at World Cup'
England defender Gary Cahill says that Harry Kane's "fearless mentality" will serve his side well at the World Cup, as long as other players chip in with goals.
Oct 7, 15:57
Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring the third during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Everton on September 17, 2017
Roberto Martinez: 'Romelu Lukaku has matured at Manchester United'
Romelu Lukaku has "coped easily with the expectations" at Manchester United and still has even more to give, according to Belgium manager Roberto Martinez.
Oct 7, 15:45
Interim England manager Gareth Southgate on the touchline during the international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016
Gareth Southgate: 'We need backing from England supporters'
England boss Gareth Southgate hopes to see supporters get right behind his players, but admits that patience will be required.
Oct 7, 15:32
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 to start World Cup qualifier against Lithuania
England manager Gareth Southgate praises Jack Butland for 'remaining patient', as he confirms plans to start the Stoke City goalkeeper against Lithuania on Sunday.
Oct 7, 15:21
Jonjo Shelvey for Newcastle United during the Premier League match with Everton at Goodison Park on February 3, 2016
Jonjo Shelvey injured hand 'while splitting up training-ground fight'
The hand injury sustained by Jonjo Shelvey earlier this week reportedly came as a result of a bust-up between two of his teammates, which he attempted to break up.
Oct 7, 15:10
Dele Alli in action during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Burnley on August 27, 2017
Report: Tottenham Hotspur confident Dele Alli will sign another new deal
Rumoured Real Madrid target Dele Alli has reportedly been offered a significant pay rise by Tottenham Hotspur, who are confident the player will sign another extension.
Oct 6, 21:57
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 ready for showdown with Wales in Cardiff
Martin O'Neill says that overcoming Moldova by any means necessary was all that mattered, as Republic of Ireland take their qualifying campaign down to the wire.
Oct 6, 21:43
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Leicester City, Manchester United 'under pressure to play on Christmas Eve'
Sky Sports and the Premier League reportedly no longer intend to air Arsenal's meeting with Liverpool on Xmas Eve, but instead want to show Leicester against Man United.
Oct 6, 21:33
Italy manager Giampiero Ventura on the touchline during the international friendly with Germany in Milan on November 15, 2016
Italy settle for second place with point at home to Macedonia
Italy let a one-goal lead slip late on against Macedonia to draw 1-1 and ensure that they can no longer finish top of Group G in World Cup qualifying.
Oct 6, 20:39
Interim England Under-21s manager Aidy Boothroyd sings the national anthem before his side's friendly against Italy Under-21s at St Mary's Stadium on November 10, 2016
England U21s overcome Scotland U21s at Riverside Stadium
Liverpool striker Dominic Solanke is among the goals as England Under-21s earn a 3-1 win over Scotland Under-21s in Euro 2019 qualifying.
Oct 6, 20:37
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
Kevin Keegan: 'England reliant on Harry Kane, Dele Alli'
Kevin Keegan believes that England "have a chance" of success at the World Cup next summer as long as Harry Kane and Dele Alli arrive at the competition fit and firing.
Oct 6, 20:24
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 hails "heroic" Wales display against Georgia
Wales manager Chris Coleman turns his attention to next week's showdown with Republic of Ireland in Cardiff after collecting the three points required against Georgia.
Oct 6, 20:09
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
Jorge Sampaoli "still confident" of qualifying for World Cup
Jorge Sampaoli remains defiant following Argentina's goalless draw with Peru, claiming that he is "still confident" of booking a place in next year's World Cup.
Oct 6, 19:58
Paulo Dybala in action for Juventus in the Coppa Italia final against Lazio on May 17, 2017
Alessandro Del Piero: 'Paulo Dybala could see out career at Juventus'
Alessandro Del Piero claims that "superstar" attacker Paulo Dybala has what it takes to continue playing for Juventus for the rest of his career.
Oct 6, 19:43
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Andres Iniesta: 'Barcelona cannot live without Lionel Messi'
Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta is desperate for teammate Lionel Messi to join him in signing a new long-term deal at Camp Nou.
Oct 6, 19:32
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Ricardo Carvalho handed seven-month jail sentence
Ricardo Carvalho is sentenced to seven months in prison and fined £128,222 for crimes against the Spanish tax authority, relating to his time at Real Madrid.
Oct 6, 19:21
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Qatar 2022 World Cup 'in doubt due to diplomatic crisis'
A report claims that Qatar may lose the right to host the 2022 World Cup, amid talk of political corruption and a fear that infrastructure targets will not be met.
Oct 6, 19:07
Jonjo Shelvey for Newcastle United during the Premier League match with Everton at Goodison Park on February 3, 2016
Report: Newcastle United's Jonjo Shelvey breaks finger in training
Jonjo Shelvey has reportedly been cleared to play a part in Newcastle United's trip to Southampton next weekend, despite breaking a finger in training.
Oct 6, 18:52
Eric Dier celebrates with teammates after scoring during the World Cup qualifier between England and Slovakia on September 4, 2017
FIFA considering fewer international breaks during domestic term
A proposal is put forward by FIFA to potentially introduce longer international breaks in the future, although on a less frequent basis than the current system.
Oct 6, 18:40
Wales midfielder Joe Ledley in action during his side's World Cup qualifier with Serbia on November 12, 2016
Tom Lawrence strike edges Wales closer to World Cup playoffs
Wales beat Georgia 1-0 at the Boris Paichadze Dinamo Stadium in Tbilisi to hold on to second place in Group D heading into the final round of fixtures.
Oct 6, 17:53
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