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Manchester City: Kevin de Bruyne and Fernandinho close to new deals
Manchester City are close to agreeing a new long-term contract with star midfielder Kevin de Bruyne. The Belgium international, 26, signed a six-year deal when he joined City from Wolfsburg for a club record £55m in 2015.…
Time for Barca to rest struggling Suarez and give Alcacer a go
The Uruguayan ends the Champions League group stage without a goal to his name and a spell on the bench could benefit with the Spain striker on form There was no rest for Luis Suarez. While Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba, Sergio…
Aguero collapses at halftime as Argentina lose to Nigeria
Argentina striker Sergio Aguero collapsed in the dressing room at halftime before they lost 4-2 to fellow World Cup qualifiers Nigeria in a friendly after taking a two-goal lead on Tuesday.The Argentine Football Federation…
Mourinho needs time at Man Utd, says Chelsea icon Desailly
The former Blues defender believes the United boss must be given time to shape the Old Trafford side in his own image Manchester United fans must remain patient with Jose Mourinho as he shapes the squad to his own liking,…
What’s happened to Chelsea’s defence? Rudiger & David Luiz endure Halloween horror show
The Blues have been conceding goals galore in recent weeks and shipped another three in Rome as they suffered a heavy Champions League defeat Chelsea's defence was again left in ruins in Rome on the night of Halloween…
Panama president declares World Cup national holiday
Panama football fans celebrate in Panama after national team qualified for 2018 World Cup football tournament on October 10, 2017. Panama president Juan Carlos Varela declared a national holiday in celebration at the central…
Chile to consider appeal against Colombia to investigate match-fixing after Radamel Falcao incident in Peru game
The Chile Football Federation (ANFP) is considering an appeal against the nation's elimination from their World Cup qualifying group.The ANFP believe there is possible evidence of match-fixing during Peru's 1-1 draw…
Anfield trip like going to hell – Silvestre warns Man United
The defender has issued a stark prediction for Jose Mourinho's men, as they prepare to face Liverpool on Saturday lunchtime Mikael Silvestre has warned former club Manchester United that travelling to Anfield to face…
Celtic: Kolo Toure rejoins club as technical assistant after ending playing career
Kolo Toure says he "couldn't be happier" after returning to Celtic to join the club's coaching staff as a technical assistant.Toure, 36, made 17 appearances for Celtic last season before ending his playing career to focus…
DELE ALLI COULD BREAK NEYMAR’S TRANSFER RECORD NEXT YEAR, SAYS EXPERT
The Brazilian became the first to break through the €200 million barrier this year, but it could be an Englishman who surpasses him Tottenham midfielder Dele Alli could replace Neymar as the world's most expensive…
Wilfried Bony: Striker says his children wanted Swansea move
Wilfried Bony says his two sons convinced him to return to Swansea City because the club is "like a family". The Ivory Coast striker returned to the Liberty Stadium on deadline day for £12m after leaving for…
2018 World Cup: Nigeria inspired by Carl Ikeme to qualify for Russia
Nigeria face Cameroon in a World Cup qualifier on Monday, with their coach saying they are inspired to qualify for Russia 2018 by goalkeeper Carl Ikeme who is battling acute leukaemia.Nigeria can become the first African…
Floyd Mayweather v Conor McGregor: UFC champion wants to continue in MMA and boxing
UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor wants to continue both a mixed martial arts and boxing career after Saturday's super bout with Floyd Mayweather.Wednesday's final news conference at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas…
Tiote died in hospital after training collapse, says club
BEIJING - Former Ivory Coast international Cheick Tiote died in hospital on Monday after collapsing during a training session, his Chinese club Beijing Enterprises said.The Chinese second flight club confirmed his death at…
Ghana church holds Chelsea thanksgiving service
A church in Ghana’s capital, Accra, has held a thanksgiving service for Chelsea following its recent success in the Premier League.Long-time Chelsea fan Pastor Azigiza encouraged people to come wearing football tops of…
At least four dead in Honduras football stadium stampede
A stampede left at least four dead and 15 wounded at an overcrowded Honduran stadium hosting a championship football match on Sunday, police said. Hundreds of fans hoping to see the sold-out match tried to force their way…
Man Utd transfer targets: Jose Mourinho wants three or four signings
Manchester United are likely to limit their summer spending to three or four key signings. United will be in the Champions League and boss Jose Mourinho said executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward has had his targets "for…
Pep Guardiola: Barcelona & Bayern Munich ‘would have sacked’ Man City boss
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says he would have been sacked by former clubs Barcelona and Bayern Munich if he had ended a season without a trophy.City have failed to win any silverware in Guardiola's debut…
Confederation Cup: Holders Mazembe win first leg of play-off
TP Mazembe of the Democratic Republic of Congo continued the defence of their African Confederation Cup crown with a 2-0 win over Algerian side JS Kabylie on Sunday.In front of their home fans, they won the first leg of…
250 not out! Is Zlatan the greatest 30-something striker of all time?
When a striker is as prolific as Zlatan Ibrahimovic it is easy to be complacent about what he brings to a game. On Sunday he netted a goal against a team all-but consigned to the Championship. Big deal, right? But the fact…
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