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| Liverpool players are used to pressure - Slot Arne Slot says his Liverpool players are used to the pressure of having to win as they seek to maintain their advantage at the top of the Premier League. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 15:18:05 GMT |
| Under-fire Lopetegui vows to 'change' West Ham situation Under-pressure manager Julen Lopetegui says "we are going to change the situation" at struggling West Ham. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 15:58:48 GMT |
| Man Utd are a massive club, not massive team - Amorim New head coach Ruben Amorim says Manchester United are "a massive club but not a massive team" as he tries to steer the club back towards the top of the English game. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 22:35:22 GMT |
| FA still to decide on endorsing Saudi World Cup bid The Football Association is still to decide whether it will officially endorse Saudi Arabia's 2034 men's World Cup bid at next week's virtual Fifa Congress. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 18:33:00 GMT |
| Postecoglou has 'no interest' whether fans back him Tottenham Hotspur boss Ange Postecoglou says he is not interested in whether fans back him after he was confronted by supporters. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 13:45:27 GMT |
| Arteta wants Arsenal to be 'kings of everything' Arsenal are on a run of four consecutive victories and are seven points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:56:17 GMT |
| Sutton's predictions v Travis bassist Dougie Payne BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on rock band Travis with his predictions for this weekend's Premier League fixtures. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 15:34:35 GMT |
| Villa great Shaw died from injury in fall - inquest Aston Villa legend Gary Shaw died from a severe head injury as a result of a fall, an inquest hears. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 16:10:18 GMT |
| Davies open to Man Utd or Real Madrid move - Saturday's gossip Alphonso Davies is open to offers, Manchester City target Pepelu, Manchester United and Aston Villa watching Tyler Dibling. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 22:53:05 GMT |
| Plymouth & Cardiff games off amid Storm Darragh warnings Plymouth Argyle's Championship match with Oxford United on Saturday is postponed amid severe weather warnings for south west England. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 15:48:25 GMT |
| Origi's derby winner & 'Agueroooo' - late Premier League goals BBC Sport looks back at the most dramatic endings to Premier League matches, including last-minute winners by Sergio Aguero to clinch Man City the title and Divock Origi for Liverpool against Everton. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 06:52:07 GMT |
| I like doing things that some strikers don't - Delap Ipswich's Liam Delap tells Football Focus reporter Liam MacDevitt about his playing style, working under Kieran McKenna and aiming for England honours. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 06:10:17 GMT |
| How do teams stop Arsenal's set-pieces? Planet Premier League pundits Statman Dave, Nedum Onuoha and former Arsenal player Gilberto Silva discuss how teams can defend the Gunners' set-pieces. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 12:39:48 GMT |
| Goodison memories before last Merseyside league derby at ground Planet Premier League pundits Nedum Onuoha and Gilberto Silva discuss their memories of Goodison Park before the final Merseyside league derby at the ground. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 12:33:03 GMT |
| Spurs paying price for giving teams 'leg up' - Postecoglou Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou says his side must be more determined to stop opponents controlling games following a 1-0 defeat at Bournemouth. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 23:06:59 GMT |
| Everton v Liverpool quiz: Name the Merseyside derby goalscorers Take this BBC Sport quiz to see how many of these Merseyside derby goalscorers you can name. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:26:54 GMT |
| Inter Miami's Messi wins MLS MVP award Argentine superstar Lionel Messi wins Major League Soccer's Most Valuable Player award. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 15:55:53 GMT |
| Hull City appoint Reading's Selles as new boss Championship strugglers Hull City appoint Reading boss Ruben Selles as their new head coach. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 19:34:38 GMT |
| Load up on Liverpool and Villa - FPL tips & team of week Mohamed Salah is a no brainer as captain this week, writes Thomas Woods, and he is joined by two Liverpool team-mates in the FPL team of the week. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 07:10:55 GMT |
| Scottish Premiership team news Team news for Saturday and Sunday's Scottish Premiership fixtures. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 20:08:09 GMT |
| 'Football to him is art' - Amorim must unlock Zirkzee's unique talent He has been compared to Ronaldinho... Mina Rzouki explains why Manchester United must unlock Joshua Zirkzee's talent. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 11:50:09 GMT |
| EFL preview: Race to finish top/not bottom at Christmas With the festive month of December underway, BBC Sport looks at the first full programme of fixtures this month across the EFL this weekend. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 09:59:47 GMT |
| BBC to show Man City v Salford & Arsenal v Man Utd in FA Cup The BBC will show the FA Cup third-round games between Manchester City and Salford City and Arsenal and Manchester United. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 11:31:38 GMT |
| James and Kerr out until 2025 - Bompastor Sam Kerr will not appear for Chelsea until 2025, says manager Sonia Bompastor, and diminishing hope Lauren James will play again this year. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 11:41:14 GMT |
| Why Arsenal are being called 'the new Stoke City' Arsenal are leading the way at home and in Europe when it comes to set-piece goals - leading to a surprising comparison. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 20:03:55 GMT |
| Scottish Cup ties between Premiership & Highland League sides live on BBC Two Scottish Cup fourth-round ties between Premiership sides and Highland League opposition will be shown live on BBC television. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 10:48:37 GMT |
| Club World Cup draw pairs Man City with Juventus; Chelsea face Flamengo Defending champions Manchester City will face Juventus in the group stage of next summer's Fifa Club World Cup, while Chelsea meet Flamengo. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 19:35:17 GMT |
| Celtic, Rangers & Well face SPFL charges over pyrotechnics Brendan Rodgers says "it's right they look into it" after Celtic as well as Motherwell and Rangers were charged by the SPFL over the use of pyrotechnics. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 17:27:23 GMT |
| Reading appoint Hunt as boss after Selles departure Reading's Under-21 manager Noel Hunt is appointed the club's new first-team manager, replacing Ruben Selles. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 20:02:26 GMT |
| Iraola impressed by Bournemouth's teenage match-winner Huijsen Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola says he was impressed by the performance of teenage match-winner Dean Huijsen, who scored the only goal as the Cherries beat Tottenham. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 22:59:35 GMT |
| 'Big victory' for Fulham against Brighton - Silva Fulham boss Marco Silva says his side's victory over Brighton was a "big victory" as the Cottagers inflicted just a third Premier League defeat of the season on the Seagulls. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 22:28:58 GMT |
| Brighton upset by Fulham blocking Dunk - Hurzeler Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler says his side were upset by Fulham's blocking of Lewis Dunk in the build-up to the Cottagers' second goal during the Seagulls' defeat on Thursday. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 22:14:52 GMT |
| 'Unbelievable', 'world class', 'immense' - pundits purr over Salah Match of the Day pundit Micah Richards praises an "immense" performance from Mohamed Salah and says Liverpool "must keep" the Egypt forward. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 00:09:40 GMT |
| 'The consistency of Arsenal's corners is incredible' Match of the Day's Gary Lineker, Micah Richards and Martin Keown discuss how Arsenal's "incredible" set-pieces helped them beat Manchester United. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 12:26:29 GMT |
| 'When De Bruyne starts, Man City win' - here's why Match of the Day's Micah Richards and Martin Keown explain how Kevin de Bruyne inspired Man City to victory over Nottingham Forest, ending the club's seven-game winless streak. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 00:09:44 GMT |
| What is the Club World Cup and how does it work? BBC Sport explains the format of Fifa's revamped Club World Cup before the draw for the 2025 competition. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 06:37:55 GMT |
| Mixed emotions for Slot after Liverpool draw at Newcastle Liverpool boss Arne Slot admits he has mixed emotions after coming from behind to lead Newcastle, before conceding a late equaliser in a hugely entertaining game at St James' Park. Wed, 04 Dec 2024 22:14:15 GMT |
| Guardiola praises 'incredible' De Bruyne Manchester City manager says that Kevin de Bruyne is an "incredible person" after the Belgium international's man-of-the-match performance in their 3-0 Premier League win over Nottingham Forest at the Etihad. Wed, 04 Dec 2024 22:20:41 GMT |
| Set-pieces changed the game - Amorim Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim says set-pieces were the difference after Arsenal scored two goals from corners in a 2-0 Premier League win at the Emirates. Wed, 04 Dec 2024 23:00:16 GMT |
| Hearts' Kingsley could miss season after surgery Hearts' Stephen Kingsley could miss the rest of the season and will undergo an operation on the hamstring he injured against Aberdeen. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:41:15 GMT |
| Wolves boss O'Neil says 'mentality won't change' Wolves manager Gary O'Neil says "mentality won't change" despite being under pressure after a poor start to the 2024-25 season. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 14:22:55 GMT |
| 'So happy he is back' - 'integral' De Bruyne 'one of best we've seen' Pep Guardiola says he is "so happy" to have Kevin de Bruyne back after the midfielder played an integral role in Manchester City's win against Nottingham Forest. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 00:04:27 GMT |
| Breaking African football's menstrual health 'taboo' Hopes that more discussion of menstrual health can boost the development of women's football in Africa and provide support to players. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 13:01:02 GMT |
| 'I have been pushed and challenged' - Arsenal's Fox Arsenal defender Emily Fox says she has been "pushed and challenged" in her successful first year with the club. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:57:43 GMT |
| Applaud the ones who wear rainbow armband - Hitzlsperger Former Aston Villa midfielder Thomas Hitzlsperger gives his thoughts on the controversy surrounding the Premier League's Rainbow Laces campaign. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 08:59:08 GMT |
| Planet Premier League Gilberto Silva discusses Arsenal’s set-pieces and looks ahead to the Merseyside derby. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 18:58:00 GMT |
| Mbappé From Paris suburbs to the pinnacle of football, a look at a once-in-a-generation talent. Tue, 14 May 2024 05:00:00 GMT |
| Guardiola: Chasing Perfection How and why has Pep Guardiola been able to revolutionise football? Wed, 24 Jan 2024 23:44:00 GMT |
| When will England and Wales find out Euro 2025 opponents? England are joined by Wales at next summer's European Championship, but when is the draw and how can you follow it? Tue, 03 Dec 2024 23:08:55 GMT |
| Why 'The Godfather' of PSR wants clubs to spend more money Leading sports lawyer Nick de Marco on football finance, the Manchester City case and why he backs an independent regulator. Tue, 03 Dec 2024 07:56:57 GMT |
| 'Liverpool are the real deal' - why it will be hard to stop them now MOTD2 pundit Alan Shearer explains why it will be hard for anyone to catch Premier League leaders Liverpool following Sunday's win over Manchester City. Mon, 02 Dec 2024 08:03:49 GMT |
| 'Now I understand why Jose got angry' - Essien on life as a coach Former Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien on coaching in Denmark and learning from Jose Mourinho and Carlo Ancelotti. Mon, 02 Dec 2024 12:03:28 GMT |
| Ghost game and radical tactics - the redemption of Racing Santander When Racing Santander forced the abandonment of a Copa del Rey tie, it could have been the end for them. Instead, it was the start of a long recovery. Sat, 30 Nov 2024 08:00:47 GMT |
| Manager ins and outs - December 2024 BBC Sport tracks all the manager ins and outs in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, Women's Super League, English Football League and National League. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 12:10:28 GMT |
| Transfers - September - December 2024 Check out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women's Super League. Tue, 03 Dec 2024 11:53:14 GMT |
| Lowering age & wages behind low fees - Clement Philippe Clement says the need to lower Rangers' wage bill and squad age contributed to a rather low intake of transfer funds. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 17:04:29 GMT |
| 'It's right they look into it' - Celtic, Rangers & Well face SPFL charges over pyrotechnics Brendan Rodgers says "it's right they look into it" after Celtic as well as Motherwell and Rangers were charged by the SPFL over the use of pyrotechnics. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 17:27:23 GMT |
| Four wrong VAR decisions highlighted by SFA panel Video assistant referees made four wrong decisions over the past week in the Premiership, including a red card that was rescinded. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 17:10:30 GMT |
| Scrap for second heats up, focus on McCowan & Kettlewell Aberdeen must get back on track as Rangers threaten to take over as Celtic nearest challengers. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 09:13:46 GMT |
| Hearts' Kingsley could miss season after surgery Hearts' Stephen Kingsley could miss the rest of the season and will undergo an operation on the hamstring he injured against Aberdeen. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:41:15 GMT |
| Scottish Premiership team news Team news for Saturday and Sunday's Scottish Premiership fixtures. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 20:08:09 GMT |
| Fiorentina's Bove out of intensive care after collapse Fiorentina midfielder Edoardo Bove is out of intensive care and is progressing in his recovery, the club's general manager says. Wed, 04 Dec 2024 21:56:59 GMT |
| Seven Man City players nominated for Fifpro award Seven Manchester City players are among 11 Premier League stars nominated for the 2024 Fifpro team of the year. Mon, 02 Dec 2024 17:45:27 GMT |
| Romanian football loses 'heroic' goalkeeper Duckadam Romanian football loses "a legend and a role model" as European Cup-winning goalkeeper Helmut Duckadam dies at the age of 65. Mon, 02 Dec 2024 15:51:52 GMT |
| Kane could return from injury this year - Kompany Bayern Munich boss Vincent Kompany says Harry Kane could play again this year despite the striker limping off at Borussia Dortmund. Mon, 02 Dec 2024 15:34:12 GMT |
| Celtic, Rangers & Well face SPFL charges over pyrotechnics Brendan Rodgers says "it's right they look into it" after Celtic as well as Motherwell and Rangers were charged by the SPFL over the use of pyrotechnics. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 17:27:23 GMT |
| 'I have been pushed and challenged' - Arsenal's Fox Arsenal defender Emily Fox says she has been "pushed and challenged" in her successful first year with the club. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 08:57:43 GMT |
| Ingle eager to recover to be part of Wales' Euro adventure Sophie Ingle says Wales' "incredible" feat in qualifying for a major championship for the first time in the history of the women's team is the best spur she could have wished for in her recovery from a serious knee injury. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 13:26:52 GMT |
| What now for Scotland and Martinez Losa? With two play-off final defeats on his watch, Scotland head coach Pedro Martinez Losa is under scrutiny, but under contract until the next World Cup, writes Amy Canavan. Wed, 04 Dec 2024 10:04:32 GMT |
| When will England and Wales find out Euro 2025 opponents? England are joined by Wales at next summer's European Championship, but when is the draw and how can you follow it? Tue, 03 Dec 2024 23:08:55 GMT |
| Investment needed for NI to bridge gap - Nelson Northern Ireland women's record cap holder Julie Nelson says investment is needed "across the game" to help drive the team forward. Wed, 04 Dec 2024 17:49:21 GMT |
| East meets west London - the mentor who changed Chelsea Vinay Menon knew nothing about football when he went for a meeting at a west London mansion in 2009. A few weeks later he was in the heart of the Chelsea dressing room. Wed, 21 Aug 2024 23:04:58 GMT |
| The air crash and the underdogs - a triumph for a lost generation Nineteen years and 10 miles separated Zambia's football team from a lost, golden generation on a fateful night in Libreville. Wed, 14 Aug 2024 23:01:06 GMT |
| The rise and fall of North Korea - the sleeping giant of women's football North Korea lags behind most of the rest of the world in several areas. But the hermit state has had an outsized impact on international women's football. Mon, 12 Aug 2024 23:04:32 GMT |
| Chasing the 'Ghost' - a superstar struck down by lightning John White did the League and Cup Double, but his sudden death left his son searching for the man behind the comic-book persona. Wed, 03 Jul 2024 23:03:58 GMT |
| Panenka - the penalty that killed a career and started a feud Antonin Panenka's penalty in the Euro 1976 final birthed a whole new 12-yard tactic. But the risks were higher than anyone could imagine. Thu, 27 Jun 2024 23:10:43 GMT |
| The awkward questions behind Hungary's football revival Hungary have ridden back into contention for international honours on the back of billions of euros and one man's passion for football. Thu, 20 Jun 2024 21:40:57 GMT |
| 'No limitations' - Mbappe and a mission of a lifetime Kylian Mbappe wasn't always the best footballing prospect. But he, and his family, had the clearest plan. Project Mbappe continues. Tue, 09 Jul 2024 05:20:44 GMT |
