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
Jamie Carragher: 'Liverpool not serious title contenders'
Jamie Carragher says that former club Liverpool's failure to sufficiently strengthen during the summer has essentially ruled them out of the Premier League title race.
Oct 2, 10:45
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Liverpool fans group: 'Christmas Eve games a step too far'
Liverpool Supporters' Trust urge Premier League and Sky Sports chiefs to backtrack on their "unacceptable" plans to move fixtures to Christmas Eve.
Oct 2, 10:33
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
Barcelona players 'divided by decision to play Las Palmas match'
A report claims that a fierce debate broke out in the Barcelona dressing room ahead of their La Liga clash against Las Palmas following the decision to play the match.
Oct 2, 10:18
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
Zinedine Zidane 'worried' by lack of rest for Real Madrid players
Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane admits that his side looked tired against Espanyol after playing seven times in the space of three weeks.
Oct 2, 10:05
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
Zinedine Zidane "thrilled" to see best of Isco in Real Madrid shirt
Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane says that Isco is so confident on the ball that he looks as though he is enjoying "a kick-about".
Oct 2, 09:53
Alvaro Morata watches on from the bench during the Champions League game between Chelsea and Qarabag on September 12, 2017
Alvaro Morata 'to return from injury for Crystal Palace game'
Alvaro Morata will return from a minor hamstring injury in time for Chelsea's league clash with Crystal Palace on October 14, according to a report.
Oct 2, 09:41
Olivier Giroud attempts an overhead kick during the EFL Cup game between Arsenal and Doncaster Rovers on September 20, 2017
Report: Everton will not return for Olivier Giroud in January
Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud is reportedly no longer a transfer target for Everton, who have turned their attention elsewhere ahead of the January window.
Oct 2, 09:29
A frantic Antonio Conte gives instructions during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea must accept Manchester City defeat'
Antonio Conte says that retaining the Serie A title was a lot easier to achieve than doing likewise in the Premier League due to the strength of opposition sides.
Oct 2, 09:19
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
Josep Maria Bartomeu: 'Empty ground an act of defiance'
Josep Maria Bartomeu says that playing behind closed doors on Sunday was a way for Barcelona to 'support those who have been unable to exercise their right to freedom'.
Oct 2, 09:05
Jurgen Klopp watches the warm-up ahead of the Premier League game between Liverpool and Burnley on September 16, 2017
Jurgen Klopp: 'Liverpool can close the gap on Manchester clubs'
Jurgen Klopp claims that Liverpool "are not far away" from being serious Premier League title challengers, despite dropping more points against Newcastle United.
Oct 2, 08:51
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Potential Newcastle United investor revealed?
Businesswoman Amanda Staveley, who helped Sheik Mansour purchase Manchester City in 2008, is reportedly involved in a Newcastle United takeover attempt.
Oct 2, 08:41
Paul Pogba in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Leicester City on August 26, 2017
Nemanja Matic: 'Manchester United fine without Paul Pogba'
Manchester United midfielder Nemanja Matic is confident that his side have enough strength in depth to continue performing well without Paul Pogba in the squad.
Oct 2, 08:29
Ronald Koeman shouts orders during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Everton on September 17, 2017
Farhad Moshiri: "Ronald Koeman has my total support"
Ronald Koeman has the "total support" of Everton majority shareholder Farhad Moshiri, despite the Toffees' run of two wins in 10 games.
Oct 2, 08:20
Emre Can celebrates scoring during the Champions League playoff between Liverpool and Hoffenheim on August 23, 2017
Juventus chief: 'Liverpool will not sell Emre Can in January'
Juventus are not confident of signing Emre Can from Liverpool in January after having a previous bid knocked back in the summer, reveals general director Beppe Marotta.
Oct 2, 08:10
Harry Kane in action during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Tottenham Hotspur on September 30, 2017
Harry Kane: 'A pleasure playing in this Tottenham Hotspur side'
Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane believes that it will be tougher than ever finishing top of the Premier League scoring chart due to increased competition.
Oct 1, 21:56
Slaven Bilic watches on during the Premier League game between West Ham United and Liverpool on May 14, 2017
Report: Slaven Bilic job safe until end of season
Slaven Bilic will reportedly remain in charge of West Ham United until at least the end of the season, despite another slow start.
Oct 1, 21:44
Jonjo Shelvey for Newcastle United during the Premier League match with Everton at Goodison Park on February 3, 2016
Graeme Souness backs Jonjo Shelvey for England recall
Newcastle United midfielder Jonjo Shelvey has all the required abilities to add to his six England caps in the future, according to Graeme Souness.
Oct 1, 21:32
Gerard Pique in action for Barcelona on October 19, 2016
Gerard Pique ready to quit Spain duty after "worst experience"
Gerard Pique reveals that he will call time on his international career with Spain if his support for the Catalan independence referendum to go ahead is deemed a problem.
Oct 1, 21:20
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Rory McIlroy: 'Victory for Paul Dunne well deserved'
Rory McIlroy praises Paul Dunne on his maiden European Tour success at the British Masters, admitting that it was "very well deserved".
Oct 1, 21:06
Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri during the Serie A match against Roma on May 14, 2017
Juventus drop first league points as Atalanta BC battle to draw
Juventus squander a two-goal lead at the Atleti Azzurri d'Italia as they are made to settle for a 2-2 draw against Atalanta BC.
Oct 1, 20:42
Real Madrid attacker Marco Asensio celebrates scoring against Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup second leg on August 16, 2017
Real Madrid dressing room 'divided by Marco Asensio deal'
Key midfielder Toni Kroos is reportedly one of a number of Real Madrid players to have been left jealous after seeing Marco Asensio awarded a new big-money deal.
Oct 1, 20:29
Newcastle United winger Matt Ritchie in action
Matt Ritchie withdraws from Scotland squad, Callum McGregor called up
Matt Ritchie withdraws from Scotland's squad for their upcoming qualifiers, while Stuart Armstrong is called up by Gordon Strachan.
Oct 1, 20:08
Barcelona's Paco Alcacer challenges Ruben Vezo of Granada during the La Liga clash at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016
Gerard Deulofeu, Paco Alcacer 'want out of Barcelona'
Out-of-favour duo Gerard Deulofeu and Paco Alcacer are keen to leave Barcelona during the January transfer window, according to a report.
Oct 1, 20:04
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
Jack Harrison called up to England Under-21s squad
New York City FC winger Jack Harrison admits that he is 'honoured' to have been included in Aidy Boothroyd's updated squad for England Under-21s' next batch of fixtures.
Oct 1, 19:53
Sergio Aguero in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Everton on August 21, 2017
Sergio Aguero 'dumped by girlfriend two days after car crash'
A report claims that Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero was dumped by his lover of four years shortly after being involved in a car crash earlier this week.
Oct 1, 19:42
Everton manager Ronald Koeman watches on during his side's Europa League clash with Apollon Limassol at Goodison Park on September 28, 2017
Ronald Koeman: 'Players' commitment cannot be questioned'
Everton manager Ronald Koeman says that he is happy with the attitude shown by his players during Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Burnley at Goodison Park.
Oct 1, 19:31
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
Ernesto Valverde: 'Barcelona were put in difficult position'
Ernesto Valverde claims that Barcelona's decision to play against Las Palmas at an empty Camp Nou was an "exceptional gesture", amid scenes of violence in Catalonia.
Oct 1, 19:19
Arsene Wenger watches on during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Bournemouth on September 9, 2017
Arsene Wenger: 'Arsenal have responded well since being written off'
Arsene Wenger says that the two-week break has come at the wrong time for Arsenal following their positive run of form, which has seen them climb up the league table.
Oct 1, 19:08
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Newcastle United 'in negotiations with potential investors'
Newcastle United have signed non-disclosure agreements with a number of potential investors as owner Mike Ashley continues to push through a sale, according to a report.
Oct 1, 18:56
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: 'Leeds United lack aggression'
Thomas Christiansen wants to see his Leeds United players show more aggression following their heavy 3-0 loss to Sheffield Wednesday on Sunday afternoon.
Oct 1, 18:44
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
Rafael Benitez "enjoying every minute" at Newcastle United
Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez talks up his relationship with the club's supporters and says that he is "enjoying every minute" at St James' Park.
Oct 1, 18:34
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson barks orders during his side's Premier League clash with Watford at Vicarage Road on August 12, 2017
Liverpool skipper Jordan Henderson: 'The wins will soon come'
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson admits that it was a case of same old story for his side as they failed to take their chances in a 1-1 draw with Newcastle United.
Oct 1, 18:22
Jurgen Klopp watches the warm-up ahead of the Premier League game between Liverpool and Burnley on September 16, 2017
Jurgen Klopp "disappointed" after Newcastle United draw
Jurgen Klopp insists that Liverpool's 1-1 draw with Newcastle United "does not feel too fair", but admits that his side should have put the game to bed.
Oct 1, 18:10
Arsene Wenger watches on during the EFL Cup game between Arsenal and Doncaster Rovers on September 20, 2017
Arsene Wenger "pleased" with win over Brighton & Hove Albion
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger claims that picking up the three points was all that mattered after seeing his side claim a 2-0 win at home to Brighton & Hove Albion.
Oct 1, 14:53
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge in action during his side's Premier League clash with Middlesbrough on May 21, 2017
Team News: Daniel Sturridge handed rare Liverpool start
Daniel Sturridge comes in for his third start of the season as Liverpool take on Newcastle United at St James' Park.
Oct 1, 14:33
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
Reece Oxford 'upset after Borussia Monchengladbach loan deal cut short'
Reece Oxford is said to have been left unhappy with his treatment at Borussia Monchengladbach after failing to play a single minute during his short loan stint.
Oct 1, 14:23
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Sky Sports, Premier League 'plan second Christmas Eve fixture'
Sky Sports and Premier League chiefs reportedly face further backlash as they intend to air a second match on Christmas Eve.
Oct 1, 13:56
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
Barcelona, Las Palmas to be played behind closed doors
Barcelona's league clash with Las Palmas will be played behind closed doors after La Liga chiefs "refused to postpone the game" entirely.
Oct 1, 13:53
Paris Saint-Germain forwards Neymar and Kylian Mbappe celebrate after scoring during the Champions League win over Celtic on September 12, 2017
Kylian Mbappe: 'Playing alongside Edinson Cavani, Neymar is easy'
Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe says that playing alongside "great players" such as Edinson Cavani and Neymar makes his life a lot easier.
Oct 1, 13:43
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
Aaron Hughes doubtful for Northern Ireland's qualifiers
Aaron Hughes is expected to sit out Northern Ireland's qualifiers against Germany and Norway next week after aggravating a calf injury in Hearts' defeat to Dundee.
Oct 1, 13:31
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