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Aitor Karanka: 'Middlesbrough cannot get carried away after bright start'
Aitor Karanka admits that Middlesbrough have "started really well" this season, but warns that tougher tests lie in wait over the coming weeks and months.Sep 8, 12:10
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England fail to earn series whitewash as Pakistan win final ODI in Cardiff
Pakistan beat England by four wickets in Cardiff to end their one-day series on a positive note.Sep 4, 17:46
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Gael Monfils still yet to drop a set as he books place in quarter-finals
Gael Monfils eases past Marcos Baghdatis to maintain his perfect record at the US Open as he wins in straight sets for the fourth time.Sep 4, 17:33
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Anastasija Sevastova ends Johanna Konta's US Open run in fourth round
Johanna Konta exits the US Open at the fourth-round stage for the second year running following defeat to Anastasija Sevastova.Sep 4, 17:02
Roberta Vinci maintains impressive US Open form by reaching quarter-finals
2015 finalist Roberto Vinci continues her march at the US Open by beating Lesia Tsurenko 7-6(5) 6-2 at Flushing Meadows.Sep 4, 17:00
Branislav Ivanovic: 'Republic of Ireland match toughest start for Serbia'
Branislav Ivanovic expects a "difficult" test when Serbia face Republic of Ireland on Monday, claiming that the Irish provide Group D's strongest opponents.Sep 4, 16:45
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Alex Noren wins European Masters for second time
Sweden's Alex Noren wins the European Masters for the second time after overcoming Scott Hend in a playoff at Crans-sur-Sierre.Sep 4, 16:29
Jurgen Klopp reveals "special arrangements" for Philippe Coutinho
Jurgen Klopp admits to being upset with the timing of the international break, which has forced Liverpool into making "special arrangements" to get players back on time.Sep 4, 16:15
Hugo Lloris: 'Pau Lopez will provide more quality at White Hart Lane'
Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Hugo Lloris talks up the potential of young goalkeeper Pau Lopez, who joined the club on loan from Espanyol last week.Sep 4, 15:59
Luke Shaw 'expected to be fit' for Manchester derby showdown
A report claims that Luke Shaw is in contention to start Manchester United's showdown with Manchester City next Saturday, despite being withdrawn from England's squad.Sep 4, 15:44
Team News: Slovakia make three changes for England clash
Slovakia make three changes for the visit of England in their opening World Cup qualifying fixture, just under three months on from the sides' goalless draw at Euro 2016.Sep 4, 15:32
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Lewis Hamilton 'doesn't know what happened' after making slow start at Monza
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton vows to bounce back from his disappointing showing at the Italian Grand Prix, with a slow start costing him a chance of victory.Sep 4, 15:17
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Sir Matt Busby family 'snubbed by Manchester United'
Manchester United have reportedly stopped allowing relatives of Sir Matt Busby entry to the directors' box, while also removing a gold name plaque from his old seat.Sep 4, 14:59
Chris Coleman admits to being tempted by Hull City job offer
Wales boss Chris Coleman admits that he 'had his head turned' by Hull City, who offered him the chance to return to Premier League management.Sep 4, 14:45
Gareth Southgate: 'Under-21s selection not step backwards for Marcus Rashford'
Gareth Southgate reiterates that Marcus Rashford will have a big part to play for the senior side in the years to come, despite being overlooked for the latest squad.Sep 4, 14:32
Manchester United preparing world-record bid for Antoine Griezmann?
A report claims that Jose Mourinho has been given the green light to make a record move for Antoine Griezmann, which will surpass the £89m paid to sign Paul Pogba.Sep 4, 14:14
Jamie Vardy: Rejecting move to Arsenal "an easy decision" to make
Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy reveals that he never truly considered leaving the club to join Arsenal once an official approach was made earlier this summer.Sep 4, 13:59
Jonny Evans "surprised" to see Michael O'Neill still managing Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland defender Jonny Evans believes that a lack of interest in manager Michael O'Neill is "strange" following his side's impressive showing at Euro 2016.Sep 4, 13:28
Nico Rosberg pips Lewis Hamilton at Italian Grand Prix to cut lead to two points
Lewis Hamilton recovers from a poor start to finish second behind Mercedes teammate Nico Rosberg at the Italian Grand PrixSep 4, 13:24
Darren Fletcher: 'Scotland face difficult task to end 20-year tournament wait'
Darren Fletcher talks up Scotland's chances of ending their 20-year wait for tournament football, but admits that it will be tough to come out on top in Group F.Sep 4, 13:10
Karolina Pliskova beats Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova to book place in fourth round
Karolina Pliskova will contest in the second week of a Grand Slam event for the first time, courtesy of a 6-2 6-4 victory over Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova at the US Open.Sep 3, 21:50
Granit Xhaka: 'My respect for Arsene Wenger is enormous'
Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka claims that manager Arsene Wenger has "insane charisma" and insists he has nothing but respect for what the Frenchman has achieved.Sep 3, 21:34
PGMOL denies claims Mark Halsey was told to 'turn blind eye' to incidents
The PGMOL releases a statement to deny accusations made by ex-official Mark Halsey, who claimed that he was told to overlook certain controversial decisions.Sep 3, 21:18
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Taulupe Faletau forced off on Bath debut with knee ligament injury
Wales number eight Taulupe Faletau picks up a potential long-term injury on his Bath Rugby debut, being forced off the field just 12 minutes in at Franklin's Gardens.Sep 3, 21:05
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Juan Martin del Potro continues impressive form to reach fourth round of US Open
Juan Martin del Potro books his place in the last 16 of the US Open with a straight-sets win over David Ferrer at Flushing Meadows.Sep 3, 20:49
Breaking outfield caps records not on Wayne Rooney's mind
Wayne Rooney says that it is an "honour" to represent England, but claims that getting three points against Slovakia is more important than hitting his own personal milestone.Sep 3, 20:33
Sam Allardyce: 'No worries over selecting Joe Hart for Slovakia'
England boss Sam Allardyce insists that Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart is fully focused on the national side after a disrupted week in training.Sep 3, 20:20
Sam Allardyce "hopeful" Harry Kane will find scoring touch
Sam Allardyce wants to see England's attacking players weigh in with goals to help lift some of the pressure off Harry Kane's shoulders.Sep 3, 20:04
Sam Allardyce admits to nerves on eve of first England game
England manager Sam Allardyce says that he will "be nervous in the early stages" of Sunday's meeting with Slovakia - his first game in charge of the national side.Sep 3, 19:53
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Eddie Howe pleased with debut performance of Jack Wilshere
Eddie Howe admits that he is "looking forward" to throwing Jack Wilshere into his first-team plans at Bournemouth after giving the midfielder his debut on Saturday.Sep 3, 19:38
Mario Balotelli hits back at "hater" Jamie Carragher
Liverpool flop Mario Balotelli takes to social media to respond to Jamie Carragher's latest jibe, in which he joked that Nice overpaid to sign the striker on a free.Sep 3, 19:24
Serena Williams eases past Johanna Larsson to hit historic milestone
Top seed Serena Williams beats Johanna Larsson in straight sets at the US Open to move above Martina Navratilova for the most wins in the open era.Sep 3, 19:09
David Sullivan: 'Selling Dimitri Payet this summer never an option'
Co-chairman David Gold insists that West Ham United are no longer a selling club, and therefore had no intention of accepting a bid for star attacker Dimitri Payet.Sep 3, 18:52
Chris Coleman: 'Gareth Bale still improving his game'
Chris Coleman expects to see Gareth Bale step his performances up another level, claiming that the Welshman is "capable of almost anything".Sep 3, 18:37
Dominic Thiem recovers to overcome Pablo Carreno Busta at US Open
Dominic Thiem celebrates his 23rd birthday with victory over Pablo Carreno-Busta in the third round of the US Open, recovering from a slow start to prevail in four sets.Sep 3, 18:20
Agnieszka Radwanska makes light work of Caroline Garcia in New York
Agnieszka Radwanska beats Caroline Garcia 6-2 6-3 at the US Open to progress into the second week of a Grand Slam event for the third time this year.Sep 3, 18:04
Simona Halep through to US Open last 16 with victory over Timea Babos
Timea Babos squanders a two-game lead in the deciding set as she falls to defeat at the hands of Simona Halep at the US Open.Sep 3, 17:50
Fernandinho: 'Gabriel Jesus will become a special talent at Manchester City'
Manchester City's Fernandinho says that he "cannot wait" for Gabriel Jesus to arrive at the Etihad Stadium in the New Year, backing his compatriot to make a big impact.Sep 3, 17:37
Slaven Bilic: Alvaro Arbeloa the "perfect option" for West Ham United
West Ham United manager Slaven Bilic backs Alvaro Arbeloa to put his experience to good use and make a big impact in his first season back in the Premier League.Sep 3, 17:22
Marouane Chamakh, Momo Sissoko feature in West Bromwich Albion friendly
West Bromwich Albion may bolster their squad with the addition of free agents Marouane Chamakh and Momo Sissoko, who both featured in the friendly with Delhi Dynamos.Sep 3, 17:11
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