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Russian deputy tells Sochi athletes to 'leave kids alone'
Russia's deputy prime minister asks athletes taking part in events at this year's Winter Olympics in Sochi to "leave the kids alone".
Feb 6, 16:00
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UN Secretary-General condemns homophobia ahead of Sochi Winter Olympics
United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon condemns sexual discrimination and attacks on homosexuals in a speech to Olympic officials in Sochi on Thursday.
Feb 6, 15:49
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Roberto Carlos: 'Senior Brazil players must help Neymar'
Former Brazil international Roberto Carlos calls on the Selecao's more experienced members to take some of the pressure off of Neymar ahead of this summer's World Cup.
Feb 6, 15:24
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Video: Channel 4 unveils 'Gay Mountain' Sochi trailer
British broadcaster Channel 4 is to adopt rainbow colours to mark the start of the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics.
Feb 6, 15:00
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Team GB officials praise Sochi security
Team GB officials Lord Coe, Mike Hay and Bill Sweeney praise the security in place at the Sochi Winter Olympics.
Feb 6, 14:45
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Bruce Tasker: 'I never imagined making Winter Olympics'
Team GB bobsleigh squad member Bruce Tasker tells reporters that he "never envisioned being a Winter Olympian" several years ago.
Feb 6, 14:27
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Kremlin: 'Russian, Georgian leaders could meet at Sochi Olympics'
Russian President Vladimir Putin may meet Georgian counterpart Georgy Margvelashvili in Sochi during the Winter Olympic Games.
Feb 6, 14:12
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Team GB leader hails Sochi accommodation
Team GB chef de mission Mike Hay dismisses reports decrying the quality of the Sochi Olympic Village and venues.
Feb 6, 13:57
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Billie Jean King to miss Winter Olympics opening cerenomy
Former tennis player Billie Jean King will not be attending Friday's opening ceremony of the Sochi Olympics in Russia because of her mother's ill health.
Feb 6, 13:36
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Man hired to cull Sochi strays calls dogs "biological trash"
The head of the firm hired to oversee the extermination of stray dogs in Sochi during the Winter Olympics describes them as "biological trash".
Feb 6, 13:14
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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer: 'Wilfried Zaha made the difference'
Cardiff City manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer praises on-loan winger Wilfried Zaha, claiming that he 'made the difference' against Norwich City.
Feb 1, 18:59
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Cardiff City sign Juan Cala
Cardiff City complete the signing of central defender Juan Cala on a free transfer.
Feb 1, 18:49
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Lee Wallace 'delighted' with Rangers stay
Rangers defender Lee Wallace expresses his delight at staying with the Ibrox club.
Feb 1, 18:37
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Tim Sherwood: 'We should have won'
Tottenham Hotspur manager Tim Sherwood praises his side's display in today's 1-1 draw at Hull City.
Feb 1, 18:23
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Scottish League One roundup: Rangers remain 23 points clear
Rangers remain 23 points clear of Scottish League one after beating Brechin City 2-1, while Ayr United record an emphatic 3-2 away win at Arbroath.
Feb 1, 18:07
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Partick Thistle draw with Dundee United
The Scottish Premiership game between Partick Thistle and Dundee United at Firhill ends in a 1-1 draw.
Feb 1, 17:47
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Leeds United claim Brian McDermott 'remains manager'
Leeds United release a statement claiming that Brian McDermott is still the manager of the Yorkshire outfit.
Feb 1, 17:33
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Kris Boyd's injury-time goal secures Kilmarnock draw against Ross County
Kris Boyd's injury-time goal ensures that Kilmarnock secure a 2-2 draw at home to Ross County in their Scottish Premiership match at Rugby Park.
Feb 1, 17:19
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Rangers remain 23 points clear
Rangers defeat Brechin City 2-1 in their Scottish League One fixture at Ibrox this afternoon.
Feb 1, 17:07
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Aberdeen reach Scottish League Cup final
Aberdeen reach the Scottish League Cup final by routing St Johnstone 4-0 in this afternoon's semi-final clash at Tynecastle.
Feb 1, 17:02
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Michael Laudrup defends Chico Flores after Andy Carroll red card
Swansea City manager Michael Laudrup defends Chico Flores after Sam Allardyce accused the Spanish defender of 'over-exaggerating' the red-card incident with Andy Carroll.
Feb 1, 16:23
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Half-Time Report: Rangers two goals up against Brechin City
Rangers are currently leading Brechin City 2-0 in their Scottish League One fixture at Ibrox, thanks to goals from Dean Shiels and Jon Daly.
Feb 1, 15:59
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Sam Allardyce: 'Chico Flores over-exaggerated Andy Carroll incident'
West Ham United manager Sam Allardyce accuses Swansea City defender Chico Flores of "over-exaggerating" the impact of a clash that led to Andy Carroll's dismissal.
Feb 1, 15:51
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Sean Dyche happy with point against Queens Park Rangers
Burnley manager Sean Dyche admits that he is pleased with his side after their emphatic 3-3 draw at Loftus Road against Queens Park Rangers.
Feb 1, 15:17
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Andy Carroll red card overshadows West Ham win against Swansea
West Ham United beat Swansea City 2-0 in today's Premier League match at Upton Park, despite having Andy Carroll sent off on the hour.
Feb 1, 14:48
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Sunderland thrash Newcastle United
Sunderland record a resounding victory against local rivals Newcastle United, beating the Magpies 3-0 in today's Premier League fixture at St James' Park.
Feb 1, 14:37
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Team News: Lewis MacLeod ruled out of Brechin game
Rangers midfielder Lewis MacLeod misses today's home game against Brechin City in the Scottish League One.
Feb 1, 14:29
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Queens Park Rangers and Burnley share six goals in lively draw
Queens Park Rangers and Burnley share six goals in today's early Championship fixture, an emphatic 3-3 draw at Loftus Road.
Feb 1, 14:16
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Half-Time Report: Kevin Nolan brace puts West Ham United in the lead against Swansea City
West Ham United are leading Swansea City 2-0 at half time in today's Premier League match at Upton Park, thanks to a brace by Kevin Nolan.
Feb 1, 13:42
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Half-Time Report: Sunderland two goals up in derby
Sunderland lead Newcastle United 2-0 at half time in today's Premier League game at St James' Park.
Feb 1, 13:34
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Leeds United sell stake to Cellino family
Leeds United release a public statement confirming that they have sold a 75% stake in the club to Eleonora Sport Ltd.
Feb 1, 13:25
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Half-Time Report: Queens Park Rangers leading Burnley
Queens Park Rangers lead Burnley 2-1 at half time in today's early Championship kickoff at Loftus Road.
Feb 1, 13:12
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Leeds United to bring back McDermott?
Leeds United could reinstate Brian McDermott despite being sacked last night, according to reports.
Feb 1, 13:05
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Alan Pardew urges fans to 'keep calm'
Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew urges everybody connected with the club to 'keep their calm and dignity' ahead of this afternoon's local derby against Sunderland.
Feb 1, 12:44
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Team News: Several changes for West Ham United and Swansea City
West Ham United and Swansea City make two and three changes respectively for today's Premier League meeting.
Feb 1, 12:28
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Team News: Few changes in Tyne-Wear derby
Newcastle United make just one change for today's Premier League derby at home to Sunderland, with Shola Ameobi replacing the suspended Loic Remy.
Feb 1, 12:12
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Arsenal offer Lazio £2m for Miroslav Klose loan?
Arsenal offer Serie A club Lazio £2m to allow them to sign striker Miroslav Klose on loan for the rest of the season, according to reports.
Jan 31, 19:04
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Danny Graham Middlesbrough deal '99% done'
Middlesbrough are reportedly on the verge of securing the loan signing of Sunderland striker Danny Graham.
Jan 31, 18:54
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Papiss Cisse 'turns down' move to Trabzonspor
Newcastle United striker Papiss Cisse turns down a move to Turkish club Trabzonspor, citing 'football reasons'.
Jan 31, 18:37
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Nuremberg announce loan signing of Crystal Palace midfielder Jose Campana
Crystal Palace midfielder Jose Campana completes a loan move to Bundesliga club Nuremberg, with a view to a permanent deal.
Jan 31, 18:24
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