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
Tony Pulis: 'One set play cost Middlesbrough over two playoff games'
Tony Pulis bemoans the fact that one set play cost Middlesbrough over their two Championship playoff semi-final meetings with Aston Villa.
May 15, 21:39
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce smiles before his side's pre-season clash with Shrewsbury Town on July 15, 2017
Steve Bruce: 'End of Championship playoff semi-final was agony'
Steve Bruce claims that the latter stages of Aston Villa's Championship playoff semi-final victory over Middlesbrough were "agony" but is happy to be going to Wembley.
May 15, 21:27
John Terry playing for Aston Villa in July 2017
John Terry: 'Aston Villa put in two very good performances in playoffs'
John Terry hails his Aston Villa teammates for putting in "two very good performances" in their Championship playoff semi-final against Middlesbrough.
May 15, 21:18
A more recent picture of Simon Grayson while in charge of Preston North End on April 22, 2016
Report: Ipswich Town in talks with Simon Grayson over managerial vacancy
Ipswich Town are reportedly in contact with former Bradford City, Sunderland and Preston North End boss Simon Grayson regarding the managerial vacancy at Portman Road.
May 15, 21:03
David Silva in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Manchester City on December 10, 2017
David Silva son ends five-month stay in hospital
Manchester City and Spain midfielder David Silva announces that Mateo, his prematurely-born son, has been released from hospital after "five long months".
May 15, 20:55
Renato Sanches in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Swansea City on November 29, 2017
Portugal midfielder Renato Sanches left out of provisional World Cup squad
Bayern Munich midfielder and Swansea City loanee Renato Sanches misses out on a place in Portugal's 35-player preliminary World Cup squad.
May 15, 20:38
Robert Lewandowski in action for Bayern Munich in March 2017
Poland announce preliminary 2018 World Cup squad
Robert Lewandowski and Wojciech Szczesny are set to make their World Cup debuts after being named in Poland's 35-man preliminary squad for Russia.
May 15, 20:23
Generic image of a locker room
Sporting Lisbon condemn fans after players attacked during training
Sporting Lisbon confirm that a number of their players and staff were assaulted by a group of masked fans who forced their way into the club's training ground on Tuesday.
May 15, 20:11
Fernando Torres in training ahead of the Europa League final on May 15, 2018
Fernando Torres: 'Europa League final makes me forget twilight years'
Fernando Torres claims that the knowledge of competing with Atletico Madrid in the Europa League final has minimised the feelings of "knowing that my career is over".
May 15, 19:59
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
Feyenoord striker Robin van Persie to play on for another season
Feyenoord announce that veteran forward Robin van Persie will play on at the Eredivisie club for at least another season.
May 15, 19:44
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
Agent: 'Freiburg, Turkey defender Caglar Soyuncu perfect for Premier League'
Freiburg defender and reported Arsenal target Caglar Soyuncu is "perfect for the Premier League", according to agent Mustafa Dogru.
May 15, 19:35
Mark Hughes reacts during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Bournemouth on October 21, 2017
Southampton in talks to extend Mark Hughes contract
Southampton chairman Ralph Krueger claims that Mark Hughes has been a "perfect fit" as manager and reveals that talks are in progress over a contract extension.
May 15, 19:23
Phil Jones in action for Manchester United on January 1, 2018
Phil Jones: 'FA Cup triumph would boost Manchester United in Premier League'
Phil Jones believes that Manchester United would receive a boost going into the 2018-19 Premier League season by winning the FA Cup this Saturday.
May 15, 19:14
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England fans warned about "off-the-scale" security levels at Russia World Cup
England fans heading to the World Cup in Russia are warned by Mark Roberts, national lead of football policing, to expect "off the scale" numbers of military-style police.
May 15, 19:03
Jonjo Shelvey for Newcastle United during the Premier League match with Everton at Goodison Park on February 3, 2016
Report: Jonjo Shelvey to be passed over for England World Cup squad spot
Jonjo Shelvey is reportedly set to miss out on a place in England's World Cup squad, with Gareth Southgate not even considering the Newcastle United man for Russia.
May 15, 18:51
Liverpool winger Mohamed Salah in action during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Mohamed Salah in preliminary Egypt squad for 2018 World Cup
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah is included in Egypt's 29-man preliminary squad for the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
May 15, 18:40
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
Nigeria announce preliminary 2018 World Cup squad
Nigeria head coach Gernot Rohr names a provisional 30-man squad ahead of the 2018 World Cup in Russia which features Arsenal's Alex Iwobi and Chelsea's Victor Moses.
May 15, 18:26
Jack Wilshere in the Premier League match between Arsenal and Newcastle United on December 16, 2017
Report: Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere not included in England World Cup squad
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere reportedly misses out on a place in England's 23-man squad for the World Cup in Russia this summer.
May 15, 18:08
Jurgen Klopp celebrates after the Premier League game between West Ham United and Liverpool on May 14, 2017
Jurgen Klopp: 'Liverpool players have been unbelievable this season'
Jurgen Klopp describes his Liverpool players as "unbelievable" following their fourth-place finish in the Premier League and backs them to improve further next term.
May 13, 16:57
Aaron Ramsey models his new haircut during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Arsenal on January 14, 2018
Aaron Ramsey: 'Strange to think of Arsenal without Arsene Wenger'
Aaron Ramsey admits that Arsenal will feel "strange" without Arsene Wenger at the club next season and pays tribute to the "brilliant" departing manager.
May 13, 16:42
Arsene Wenger and his backroom staff in despair during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester City on March 1, 2018
Arsene Wenger "sad" as Arsenal reign ends
Arsene Wenger admits that his last Premier League game in charge of Arsenal, a 1-0 win at Huddersfield Town, made him feel "sad" rather than relieved.
May 13, 16:33
David Moyes celebrates during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and West Ham United on January 13, 2018
West Ham United see off Everton in Premier League finale
West Ham United finish a difficult season on a high note thanks to a 3-1 victory over Everton in Sunday's Premier League finale at the London Stadium.
May 13, 15:52
West Bromwich Albion caretaker manager Darren Moore watches on during his side's Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur on May 5, 2018
West Bromwich Albion end Premier League tenure with loss at Crystal Palace
West Bromwich Albion's last Premier League game before dropping to the Championship ends on a sour note with a 2-0 defeat away at Crystal Palace.
May 13, 15:51
Lewis Hamilton pictured in May 2017
Lewis Hamilton triumphs at Spanish Grand Prix to increase championship lead
Lewis Hamilton clinches a comfortable victory in the Spanish Grand Prix to increase his championship lead ahead of Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel.
May 13, 15:07
Aston Villa manager Steve 'Cheggars' Bruce gestures on the touchline during his side's Championship clash with Birmingham City on October 30, 2016
Steve Bruce warns Aston Villa players not to start dreaming of Wembley
Steve Bruce warns his Aston Villa players not to start dreaming of Wembley just yet despite a 1-0 lead in their Championship playoff semi-final with Middlesbrough.
May 13, 14:59
RB Leipzig midfielder Naby Keita in action during the Emirates Cup match with Sevilla in July 2017
Report: Liverpool fee for RB Leipzig midfielder Naby Keita confirmed
The fee that Liverpool must pay RB Leipzig for midfielder Naby Keita has reportedly been confirmed as £52.75m due to the Red Bulls' Europa League qualification.
May 13, 14:54
Gonzalo Higuain in action for Juventus on May 14, 2017
Report: Paris Saint-Germain interested in Juventus forward Gonzalo Higuain
Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly keeping tabs on Argentina striker Gonzalo Higuain, who is believed to be on the way out of Juventus.
May 13, 14:38
Paris Saint-Germain manager Unai Emery speaks at a press conference on January 3, 2017
Report: Paris Saint-Germain boss Unai Emery on West Ham United shortlist
Departing Paris Saint-Germain boss Unai Emery is believed to be on West Ham United's shortlist to replace David Moyes in the summer.
May 13, 14:19
Pep Guardiola watches on during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Liverpool on September 9, 2017
Pep Guardiola: 'Liverpool will challenge for Premier League title next season'
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is confident that Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool are likely to mount a strong Premier League title challenge next year.
May 13, 13:56
Scott Arfield celebrates opening the scoring during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Burnley on September 16, 2017
Team News: Scott Arfield, Dean Marney miss out for Burnley against Bournemouth
Departing Burnley midfielders Scott Arfield and Dean Marney remain sidelined for the Clarets' Premier League season finale against Bournemouth at Turf Moor.
May 13, 13:09
Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson tries to tempt you to the dark side during his side's Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion at the Amex Stadium on November 28, 2017
Team News: Crystal Palace make one change against West Bromwich Albion
Crystal Palace make one change to the side that beat Stoke City 2-1 last weekend ahead of Sunday's Premier League season finale against West Bromwich Albion.
May 13, 13:07
Angel Rangel in action for Swansea City on October 1, 2016
Team News: Departing Angel Rangel captains Swansea City against Stoke City
Angel Rangel, who is leaving Swansea City at the end of the season, captains the Premier League strugglers in the season finale against Stoke City.
May 13, 13:03
A chilled-out Roberto Mancini has a chinwag on the old rag and bone during the Serie A game between Lazio and Sampdoria on May 7, 2017
Roberto Mancini to leave Zenit St Petersburg by mutual consent
Roberto Mancini will leave Russian Premier League club Zenit St Petersburg by mutual consent amid reported interest in the Italy manager's job.
May 13, 11:59
Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick in action during his side's EFL Cup clash with Manchester City at Old Trafford on October 26, 2016
Former Manchester United star Wayne Rooney hails "great friend" Michael Carrick
Wayne Rooney insists that retiring Manchester United midfielder and "great friend" Michael Carrick was one of the key elements in the club's success over the past decade.
May 13, 11:48
Marcus Rashford celebrates scoring during the EFL Cup game between Manchester United and Burton Albion on September 20, 2017
Report: Manchester United offer frustrated Marcus Rashford pay rise
Manchester United are reportedly offering Marcus Rashford a pay rise in a bid to stop the England striker from leaving Old Trafford.
May 13, 11:35
Harry Kane during a Tottenham Hotspur training session on March 6, 2018
Harry Kane: 'Consistency more important than Premier League Golden Boot'
Harry Kane insists that scoring goals consistently year-on-year for Tottenham Hotspur is more important to him than retaining the Premier League Golden Boot.
May 13, 11:23
Michael Carrick celebrates scoring during his testimonial match on June 4, 2017
Ander Herrera urges Manchester United to deliver "beautiful day" for Michael Carrick
Ander Herrera wants Manchester United to make Sunday's final Premier League game against Watford a "beautiful day" for retiring midfielder Michael Carrick.
May 13, 11:09
David Ospina makes a save during the Champions League game between Arsenal and PSG on November 23, 2016
David Ospina: 'Arsenal players have surprise planned for Arsene Wenger'
Arsenal goalkeeper David Ospina admits that the club's players have a surprise planned for manager Arsene Wenger in his last match in charge of the Gunners on Sunday.
May 13, 10:58
Mohamed Salah in action during the Champions League playoff between Liverpool and Hoffenheim on August 23, 2017
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah named Premier League Player of the Season
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah is named the 2017-18 Premier League Player of the Season.
May 13, 10:41
Antoine Griezmann celebrates scoring for Atletico Madrid on September 17, 2017
Report: Barcelona agree £100m deal with Atletico Madrid for Antoine Griezmann
Barcelona reportedly agree a £100m deal to bring Atletico Madrid and France striker Antoine Griezmann to Camp Nou this summer.
May 13, 10:37
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