Everton's Oumar Niasse introduces himself to the crowd on the pitch before the match between Everton and Newcastle United at Goodison Park on February 3, 2016
Everton striker Oumar Niasse "thankful" for second chance
Everton striker Oumar Niasse intends to continue "fighting" for a place in the starting lineup after netting three times for the club this week.
Sep 24, 15:32
Pep Guardiola watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on September 9, 2017
Benjamin Mendy: 'Pep Guardiola behind Manchester City move'
Manchester City defender Benjamin Mendy intends to become the world's best left-back after being persuaded to join the club in the summer by Pep Guardiola.
Sep 24, 15:20
Arsene Wenger watches on during the EFL Cup game between Arsenal and Doncaster Rovers on September 20, 2017
Arsene Wenger: 'Champions League has lost its sparkle'
Arsene Wenger insists that only a small proportion of Champions League fixtures are worth watching as the competition has 'become too routine'.
Sep 24, 15:09
Dele Alli in action during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Burnley on August 27, 2017
Dele Alli 'promised move to Manchester United or Real Madrid'
Super agents Jorge Mendes and Mino Raiola are reportedly vying for Dele Alli's signature, with the promise of pushing through a move to either Man United or Real Madrid.
Sep 24, 11:27
Marcus Rashford celebrates scoring during the EFL Cup game between Manchester United and Burton Albion on September 20, 2017
Jose Mourinho pays tribute to "phenomenal" Marcus Rashford
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho admits that he was delighted by the defensive work produced by Marcus Rashford in the 1-0 win against Southampton.
Sep 24, 11:15
Sadio Mane in action during the Champions League playoff between Liverpool and Hoffenheim on August 23, 2017
Sadio Mane: 'Liverpool can beat anyone in Europe'
Sadio Mane says that he is "confident" Liverpool can beat anyone in the Premier League and in Europe, despite their mixed start to the campaign.
Sep 24, 11:04
Ross McCormack in action for Aston Villa on August 5, 2016
Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce: 'Nobody wanted Ross McCormack'
Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce admits that he is "shocked" Sunderland did not push through with their plan to sign Ross McCormack during the summer.
Sep 24, 10:51
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
Thomas Christiansen: 'Three points against Ipswich Town all that counts'
Leeds United boss Thomas Christiansen admits that Saturday's clash with Ipswich Town "was intense", as his side held on to claim three more points.
Sep 24, 10:42
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
Chris Hughton: 'I have nothing to prove against Newcastle United'
Chris Hughton targets all three points in Brighton & Hove Albion's clash with Newcastle United, but says that he does not have a point to prove to his ex-employers.
Sep 24, 10:30
Neymar in action during the Ligue 1 match between Guingamp and Paris Saint-Germain on August 13, 2017
Thomas Meunier: 'Paris Saint-Germain not dependent on Neymar'
Thomas Meunier insists that Paris Saint-Germain "do not have a Neymar dependence", despite dropping points for the first time this season in the Brazilian's absence.
Sep 24, 10:17
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
Diego Simeone: 'Transfer ban has improved Atletico Madrid'
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone says that his side have "turned a negative situation into a positive one" by improving in spite of their transfer ban.
Sep 24, 10:06
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 hails "excellent" spirit in Barcelona camp
Ernesto Valverde is delighted with the work put in by his Barcelona players as their perfect start to the La Liga season extended to a sixth game.
Sep 24, 09:56
Leroy Sane scores past Wayne Hennessey during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Crystal Palace on September 23, 2017
Pep Guardiola talks up importance of winger Leroy Sane
Pep Guardiola says that Leroy Sane "did not deserve to play" for Manchester City following a poor pre-season, but is happy with the way the German winger has responded.
Sep 24, 09:44
Jurgen Klopp celebrates during the Champions League playoff between Liverpool and Hoffenheim on August 23, 2017
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp: "We are not the Harlem Globetrotters"
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says that playing entertaining football is not a priority, having been involved in another five-goal affair in the Premier League.
Sep 24, 09:33
England's Billy Vunipola in action against Australia on June 25, 2016
Jack Clifford replaces Billy Vunipola in England training squad
Injured Saracens ace Billy Vunipola is replaced by Jack Clifford in England's 33-man squad for their three-day training camp in Oxford.
Sep 24, 09:20
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
Arsene Wenger 'hurt more' by Kieran Gibbs exit than Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's
Arsene Wenger says that selling Kieran Gibbs to West Bromwich Albion in the summer was painful as the full-back had been at the club for more than a decade.
Sep 24, 09:09
Joshua King attempts to manhandle Kevin De Bruyne during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Manchester City on August 26, 2017
Everton target Joshua King as Romelu Lukaku replacement?
A report claims that Joshua King is wanted by Everton boss Ronald Koeman, who is willing to meet the striker's £20m valuation to prise him away from Bournemouth.
Sep 24, 08:56
Diego Costa of Chelsea in action during his side's Premier League clash with Southampton at St Mary's on October 30, 2016
Atletico Madrid to parade Diego Costa before Chelsea clash?
Diego Costa could reportedly be paraded in front of Atletico Madrid fans ahead of Wednesday evening's European clash with Chelsea should he agree personal terms in time.
Sep 24, 08:46
A shaven-headed Jack Wilshere in action during the EFL Cup game between Arsenal and Doncaster Rovers on September 20, 2017
Jack Wilshere 'rejected new Arsenal contract in summer'
A report claims that Arsenal offered Jack Wilshere the chance to extend his contract during the summer, which the English midfielder knocked back.
Sep 24, 08:35
Paul Pogba reacts to his effort being saved during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Manchester United on September 9, 2017
Surgeon: 'Paul Pogba may require an operation on hamstring'
Finnish surgeon Sakari Orava reveals that a decision will be made next week as to whether to operate on injured Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba.
Sep 24, 08:22
Anthony Joshua in an opening training session on December 6, 2016
Joseph Parker turns attention to Anthony Joshua
Joseph Parker is prepared to take on Anthony Joshua in a unification title fight after overcoming Hughie Fury on points in Manchester.
Sep 24, 08:09
Paulo Dybala in action for Juventus in the Coppa Italia final against Lazio on May 17, 2017
Manchester United willing to pay £155m for Paulo Dybala?
A report claims that Paulo Dybala is on Manchester United's radar ahead of next summer, with a mammoth £155m bid being prepared to prise him away from Juventus.
Sep 23, 21:54
Cristiano Ronaldo in action during the Supercopa de Espana first-leg match between Barcelona and Real Madrid on August 13, 2017
Zinedine Zidane: 'Cristiano Ronaldo will soon be back to best'
Zinedine Zidane is confident that it is just a matter of time before Cristiano Ronaldo returns to goalscoring form in La Liga, having mustered 18 shots without scoring.
Sep 23, 21:41
Christian Benteke in action for Crystal Palace on August 27, 2016
Roy Hodgson fears ligament damage for Christian Benteke
Roy Hodgson reveals that Christian Benteke will have a scan on Sunday to determine the extent of the damage suffered to his knee during the 5-0 defeat to Manchester City.
Sep 23, 21:31
Marco Silva gives orders during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Watford on August 19, 2017
Watford manager Marco Silva: 'We never lost focus'
Watford manager Marco Silva praises his players for 'never losing focus and belief' against Swansea City, as a last-gasp Richarlison goal earned them all three points.
Sep 23, 21:20
Paul Clement applauds during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Swansea City on August 26, 2017
Paul Clement 'takes responsibility' for defeat to Watford
Swansea City boss Paul Clement says that his players only turned up for the second half against Watford, which he puts down to his own poor decision-making.
Sep 23, 21:10
A dejected Eddie Howe after the Premier League game between Arsenal and Bournemouth on September 9, 2017
Eddie Howe keen to focus on positives after defeat to Everton
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe insists that his side 'did not deserve to lose' against Everton at Goodison Park on Saturday afternoon.
Sep 23, 20:58
Paulo Dybala in action for Juventus in the Coppa Italia final against Lazio on May 17, 2017
Juventus maintain perfect start with derby win over Torino
Juventus earn local bragging rights and climb joint-top of the Serie A standings with a 4-0 win over Torino at the Allianz Stadium.
Sep 23, 20:40
Marcos Alonso in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Mark Hughes: 'Marcos Alonso should have been dismissed'
Mark Hughes blasts referee Mike Dean for failing to send off Marcos Alonso in Stoke City's heavy 4-0 home defeat to Chelsea on Saturday afternoon.
Sep 23, 20:26
David Wagner watches on during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Newcastle United on August 20, 2017
David Wagner "very pleased" with defensive work at Turf Moor
Huddersfield Town manager David Wagner claims that remaining "difficult to break down" is the key to surviving in the Premier League this season.
Sep 23, 20:14
Mauricio Pellegrino observes the action during the Premier League game between Southampton and Watford on September 9, 2017
Mauricio Pellegrino: 'Southampton deserved a point against Manchester United'
Southampton boss Mauricio Pellegrino says that his side performed to "90%" of their capability against Manchester United, which he believes was enough to warrant a draw.
Sep 23, 20:00
Sean Dyche gives orders during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Burnley on September 16, 2017
Sean Dyche: 'Huddersfield Town made it tricky for us'
Burnley manager Sean Dyche says that Huddersfield Town deserve credit for the tactics employed at Turf Moor as the sides played out a goalless draw on Saturday afternoon.
Sep 23, 19:48
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Mark McCall fears the worst for injury victim Billy Vunipola
Billy Vunipola picks up a knee injury in Saracens' 41-13 win over Sale Sharks, which director of rugby Mark McCall admits "did not look great".
Sep 23, 19:36
Craig Shakespeare watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Leicester City on August 26, 2017
Craig Shakespeare "struggling to digest" Liverpool defeat
Leicester City manager Craig Shakespeare says that Jamie Vardy will be "gutted" after missing from the spot against Liverpool, as he rues his side's 3-2 loss.
Sep 23, 19:23
Jurgen Klopp watches the warm-up ahead of the Premier League game between Liverpool and Burnley on September 16, 2017
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp: "We really deserved the win"
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp insists that his side were deserving winners at the King Power Stadium after holding off Leicester City's fightback.
Sep 23, 19:12
Romelu Lukaku scores the opener during the Premier League game between Southampton and Manchester United on September 23, 2017
Manchester United seeking CCTV footage over 'Romelu Lukaku penis chant'
Manchester United will take action against the supporters who chanted the "offensive and discriminatory" lyrics to a song referring to Romelu Lukaku's penis size.
Sep 23, 19:01
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: "We played some brilliant stuff"
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson hails his side's "brilliant" display against Leicester City, reserving special praise for playmaker Philippe Coutinho.
Sep 23, 18:47
Mauricio Pochettino embraces Harry Kane during the Champions League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Borussia Dortmund on September 13, 2017
Mauricio Pochettino "in love" with Harry Kane after latest brace
Mauricio Pochettino jokes that he is "in love" with Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane after seeing him take his tally to 25 goals in 23 league games in 2017.
Sep 23, 18:34
Romelu Lukaku looks unimpressed while playing for Manchester United in August 2017
Jose Mourinho: 'Manchester United struggled with the heat'
Jose Mourinho suggests that the temperature played a part in Manchester United's below-par second-half display against Southampton on Saturday afternoon.
Sep 23, 18:20
Jose Mourinho winks during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Manchester United on September 9, 2017
Jose Mourinho cools title talk after slender victory at St Mary's
Jose Mourinho insists that Manchester United's unbeaten start to the season counts for little at this stage, as there is still a long way to go in the title race.
Sep 23, 18:09
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