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  • Novak Djokovic granted Covid exemption for Australian Open

    Novak Djokovic granted Covid exemption for Australian Open

    Djokovic is a nine-time Australian Open winner Novak Djokovic will defend his Australian Open title, later this month, after the world number one received a medical exemption from having a Covid-19 vaccine.  The tournament – which begins in Melbourne on January 17 – requires all players and staff to be vaccinated against Covid-19 or have […]

    4 years ago

  • Luke Shaw heaps praise on Phil Jones after ‘years of criticism’

    Luke Shaw heaps praise on Phil Jones after ‘years of criticism’

    ‘He’s a really good lad and he deserves it, so I just want to say, for Phil Jones, keep going.’ Luke Shaw was keen to praise Phil Jones after the defender returned to the Manchester United starting line-up for the first time in over two years. Man United suffered a disappointing 1-0 defeat at home […]

    4 years ago

  • Romelu Lukaku ‘lacks support’ from Chelsea teammates after interview

    Romelu Lukaku ‘lacks support’ from Chelsea teammates after interview

    Some players believe he is looking for a move away from Chelsea. Romelu Lukaku reportedly lacks support from his Chelsea teammates after he revealed he was unhappy at Stamford Bridge in an explosive interview. Thomas Tuchel dropped the Belgian striker from the Blues’ squad for the 2-2 draw with Liverpool on Sunday. Lukaku unhappy with […]

    4 years ago

  • NFL star released after deserting team in touchline meltdown

    NFL star released after deserting team in touchline meltdown

    Brown is “no longer a Buc” following the incident. NFL star Antonio Brown has left the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after he dramatically walked out of their game at the New York Jets on Sunday. The wide receiver stripped off his jersey and pads as he made several gestures towards to crowd, before walking back to […]

    4 years ago

  • Jamie Carragher and Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink argue over Sadio Mane flashpoint

    Jamie Carragher and Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink argue over Sadio Mane flashpoint

    The Sky Sports duo were in disagreement Jamie Carragher and Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink disagreed over Sadio Mane not being sent off for his early elbow on César Azpilicueta during Liverpool’s 2-2 draw against Chelsea. The Senegalese international was shown a yellow card after elbowing Azpilicueta in the face inside six seconds, with the duo competing […]

    4 years ago

  • César Azpilicueta unequivocal with his take on Sadio Mane elbow

    César Azpilicueta unequivocal with his take on Sadio Mane elbow

    Mane then opened the scoring for Liverpool Liverpool forward Sadio Mane somehow escaped a red card just 15 seconds into his side’s draw with Chelsea, after elbowing César Azpilicueta in the face. The Senegalese attacker jumped to head the ball straight from kick-off, but he ended up elbowing the Chelsea defender as he jumped into […]

    4 years ago

  • Romelu Lukaku ‘texts former teammate’ with cryptic update on his Chelsea future

    Romelu Lukaku ‘texts former teammate’ with cryptic update on his Chelsea future

    ‘It is very hot’ Romelu Lukaku has reportedly text former Everton teammate Tim Howard about his Chelsea future, informing him that he can ‘say more’ after a meeting with the club on Monday. The Blues forward has been left out of the squad to face Liverpool on Sunday afternoon after a controversial interview with Sky Sports […]

    4 years ago

  • Gary Neville defends Romelu Lukaku as Chelsea star axed after controversial interview

    Gary Neville defends Romelu Lukaku as Chelsea star axed after controversial interview

    ‘I know Chelsea’s owners and players don’t want to hear it but from our point of view, he’s told the truth.’ Gary Neville has defended striker Romelu Lukaku after the Belgian revealed that he was ‘unhappy’ at Chelsea in a recent interview. Lukaku has been dropped from the squad for Chelsea’s clash against the Reds on […]

    4 years ago

  • Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink slams ‘disrespectful’ Romelu Lukaku for explosive interview

    Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink slams ‘disrespectful’ Romelu Lukaku for explosive interview

    ‘It’s four matches, to spit your dummy out after four matches and you want to go away and back to Inter.’ Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has criticised ‘disrespectful’ Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku for his recent interview where he claimed he was unhappy at Stamford Bridge. The Belgian striker is set to miss the clash against the […]

    4 years ago

  • Aaron Ramsdale pocketed £17 from angry Leeds fans at Elland Road

    Aaron Ramsdale pocketed £17 from angry Leeds fans at Elland Road

    They do say that possession is nine-tenths of the law… Aaron Ramsdale has revealed that he pocketed £17 from angry Leeds fans who threw coins onto the pitch during Arsenal’s 4-1 win over Leeds in December. The English shot-stopper, who signed for the Gunners in the summer for £24million from Sheffield United, has goaded opposition […]

    4 years ago

  • Easy to see why Manchester United rejected Sevilla’s Anthony Martial loan offer

    Easy to see why Manchester United rejected Sevilla’s Anthony Martial loan offer

    Martial has told Rangnick that he wants to leave Old Trafford Manchester United have rejected a loan offer from Sevilla for striker Anthony Martial, as per BBC Sport. The French forward has previously told interim manager Ralf Rangnick that he wants to leave Old Trafford in search of regular first-team football. However, Rangnick has insisted […]

    4 years ago

  • 12 sports documentaries you must watch this Christmas

    12 sports documentaries you must watch this Christmas

    Christmas is the perfect time for binge-watching sports documentaries. There are so many options when it comes to choosing what to watch, we understand that. So, we have put together a list of twelve of the best sports documentaries, series and movies that are available to watch on a variety of popular streaming sites. Enjoy […]

    4 years ago

  • Ralf Rangnick ‘holds talks’ with Erling Haaland’s father about Man United transfer

    Ralf Rangnick ‘holds talks’ with Erling Haaland’s father about Man United transfer

    Rangnick has a good relationship with Haaland’s father, Alf-Inge Ralf Rangnick has held talks with Erling Haaland’s father about the possibility of a move to Manchester United, according to reports. The Norwegian striker was linked with United before signing for Borussia Dortmund, where he has gone on to become one of the world’s best forwards, […]

    4 years ago

  • Pep Guardiola: Man City XI vs Newcastle was picked on ‘behaviour, not rotation’

    Pep Guardiola: Man City XI vs Newcastle was picked on ‘behaviour, not rotation’

    Grealish and Foden were both unused substitutes on Sunday. Pep Guardiola has revealed that his starting XI against Newcastle United at the weekend was picked on ‘behaviour’, as opposed to standard squad rotation. Jack Grealish, Phil Foden and John Stones all dropped to the bench for Sunday’s 4-0 win at St James’ Park, with Joao […]

    4 years ago

  • Premier League clubs reject the idea of cancelling a round of Christmas fixtures

    Premier League clubs reject the idea of cancelling a round of Christmas fixtures

    Clubs met with the Premier League on Monday to discuss the current situation. Premier League clubs have rejected the idea of postponing a round of Christmas fixtures, despite a number of matches being cancelled due to Covid. Representatives from all of the league’s 20 clubs met with the Premier League on Monday to discuss the […]

    4 years ago

  • Newcastle set to make formal complaint to PL about refereeing standards

    Newcastle set to make formal complaint to PL about refereeing standards

    The Magpies were denied a stonewall penalty on Sunday Newcastle United are set to make a formal complaint to the Premier League over the quality of officiating in their last three matches after a number of controversial decisions went against the Magpies, according to the Telegraph. It is reported that Eddie Howe is ‘incensed’ by […]

    4 years ago

  • Some form of vindication for Jurgen Klopp after controversial Spurs decisions

    Some form of vindication for Jurgen Klopp after controversial Spurs decisions

    ‘It is a lack of accountability when big errors are made’ Former Premier League referee Keith Hackett has stated that Paul Tierney should have sent Harry Kane off in Tottenham’s 2-2 draw against Liverpool on Sunday. The two sides played out an entertaining and fierce four-goal thriller at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with referee Tierney […]

    4 years ago

  • Jake Paul calls out Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz after knockout win over Tyron Woodley

    Jake Paul calls out Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz after knockout win over Tyron Woodley

    ‘Masvidal and Nate Diaz – you are b***** for leaving this arena. I will f*** you up too.’ Jake Paul has called out Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz after he secured a savage knockout victory against former UFC champion Tyron Woodley in their rematch on Saturday night. ‘The Problem Child’ landed a huge overhand right […]

    4 years ago

  • Sergio Aguero’s cardiologist dismisses vaccine theories in player’s decision to retire

    Sergio Aguero’s cardiologist dismisses vaccine theories in player’s decision to retire

    “It has nothing to do with Covid or the Covid vaccine.” Sergio Aguero’s cardiologist has stated that a virus might have caused the heart problems that led to the striker retiring from football, but dismissed theories that it was Covid or vaccine-related. Aguero, 33, officially announced his retirement from football earlier this week. The former […]

    4 years ago

  • Man United first-team coach Kieran McKenna set to be named Ipswich manager

    Man United first-team coach Kieran McKenna set to be named Ipswich manager

    McKenna has worked under Mourinho, Solskjaer and now Rangnick Ipswich Town are set to appoint Manchester United first-team coach Kieran McKenna as their new manager, according to reports. It has been reported by several media outlets that the Tractor Boys will announce the 35-year-old as Paul Cook’s successor in the coming days. The Northern Irishman worked […]

    4 years ago

  • Man United’s game against Brighton postponed due to Covid

    Man United’s game against Brighton postponed due to Covid

    United are battling a covid outbreak at the club. Manchester United’s Premier League home game against Brighton at the weekend has been postponed due to Covid-19. The Premier League, however, have said they do not plan to postpone the league, despite mounting Covid cases. The news comes after United reportedly returned further positive Covid tests […]

    4 years ago

  • Brendan Rodgers says the Premier League refused to postpone Leicester v Spurs

    Brendan Rodgers says the Premier League refused to postpone Leicester v Spurs

    ‘Unfortunately for us, we weren’t granted any dispensation which is obviously disappointing.’ Brendan Rodgers has spoken about his “disappointment” at the Premier League’s refusal to postpone Leicester’s match against Tottenham on Thursday as the club deal with a Covid-19 outbreak. The Foxes boss revealed that his side would be without nine players due to positive […]

    4 years ago

  • Lionel Messi pays touching tribute as Sergio Aguero announces retirement from football

    Lionel Messi pays touching tribute as Sergio Aguero announces retirement from football

    Aguero has officially confirmed his retirement Former Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero has officially announced his retirement from football. The 33-year-old left City for Barcelona in the summer but has been troubled by injury and health issues since arriving at the Camp Nou. His last appearance for the club came against Alaves at the end […]

    4 years ago

  • Ralf Rangnick responds after Anthony Martial’s agent claimed the striker wants to leave

    Ralf Rangnick responds after Anthony Martial’s agent claimed the striker wants to leave

    ‘If a player wishes to go to another club, it should be the player who informs either the board or myself.’ Ralf Rangnick has responded to claims that Anthony Martial wants to leave Manchester United, insisting that he will refuse to play the ‘media games’ involving player agents. Anthony Martial’s agent Philippe Lamboley recently stated […]

    4 years ago

  • FIFA World XI squad announced as Mohamed Salah misses out

    FIFA World XI squad announced as Mohamed Salah misses out

    FIFA have revealed their 23-man World XI squad. FIFA have announced their 23-man World XI squad with some high-profile players missing out on selection, including Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah. The squad – which is voted for by the players themselves – was announced on Tuesday, with 10 of the 23 players currently plying their trade in […]

    4 years ago

  • Man United match against Brentford postponed after Covid-19 outbreak within squad

    Man United match against Brentford postponed after Covid-19 outbreak within squad

    Man United’s midweek clash at Brentford has been postponed. Manchester United’s match against Brentford has been postponed due to a Covid-19 outbreak in the United squad. The Premier League clash, due to be played at the Brentford Community Stadium on Tuesday night, will be rescheduled at a later date. The Premier League has confirmed that […]

    4 years ago

  • Chelsea pitch invader can’t be arrested as WCL games not ‘designated matches’

    Chelsea pitch invader can’t be arrested as WCL games not ‘designated matches’

    Unlike in the men’s game, he cannot be charged for pitch invading The pitch invader who was barged to the floor by Chelsea’s Sam Kerr during the Blues’ Champions League tie against Juventus last week cannot be charged as the legislation only applies to “designated matches”. Australian forward Kerr was cheered by the crowd as […]

    4 years ago

  • Liverpool confusion and why Real Madrid were furious with Champions League re-draw

    Liverpool confusion and why Real Madrid were furious with Champions League re-draw

    Madrid have reportedly labelled it a ‘scandal’ Real Madrid are reportedly furious with UEFA’s decision to redo the Champions League last 16 draw after a ‘technical error’ saw the governing body void the initial draw. There was also some confusion about Liverpool being kept apart from Villareal. The Spanish giants were originally drawn against Benfica, […]

    4 years ago

  • UEFA agree to redo controversial Champions League draw

    UEFA agree to redo controversial Champions League draw

    The draw has been declared void UEFA have agreed to repeat the Champions League draw following complaints from a number of clubs. It appeared that there was an error involving Manchester United’s ball, with the Red Devils originally paired with Villarreal in Monday’s draw. However, because they had already faced the Spanish side in the […]

    4 years ago

  • What FIA rules is the F1 race director adjudged to have broken?

    What FIA rules is the F1 race director adjudged to have broken?

    Max Verstappen won the world title in a controversial fashion Sunday’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix ended in controversy as Max Verstappen overtook Lewis Hamilton on the final lap of the race to win the world championship. It looked as though Hamilton – who is set to be knighted this Wednesday – was cruising towards victory […]

    4 years ago

  • Man United record a number of positive Covid tests following Norwich victory

    Man United record a number of positive Covid tests following Norwich victory

    United played at Norwich on Saturday Manchester United have recorded a number of positive Covid-19 tests among players and staff after their 1-0 win at Norwich on Saturday evening.  United have reported the cases to the Premier League and it is understood that all players tested negative before the Norwich game. A number of players tested […]

    4 years ago

  • Max Verstappen officially crowned world champion after second Mercedes protest dismissed

    Max Verstappen officially crowned world champion after second Mercedes protest dismissed

    Max Verstappen is (officially) the world champion Mercedes have had both of their protests rejected by Formula One stewards after Max Verstappen controversially won the F1 Drivers’ Championship with victory in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The constructors launched two protests after the race, the first of which was against Verstappen for ‘breach of Article 48.8 […]

    4 years ago

  • Mino Raiola delivers new Erling Haaland transfer message

    Mino Raiola delivers new Erling Haaland transfer message

    ‘We have clear ideas about where he should go and, of course, we look at what the market will offer.’ Erling Haaland’s agent Mino Raiola has claimed that he has “clear ideas” about where the striker will be playing his football next year. The Norwegian is one of the most sought-after players in world football […]

    4 years ago

  • ‘I don’t really know what it is’ – Brendan Rodgers on the Europa Conference League

    ‘I don’t really know what it is’ – Brendan Rodgers on the Europa Conference League

    ‘I’ve got to be honest, I don’t even know what the competition is.’ Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers has claimed that he ‘doesn’t even know’ what the Uefa Europa Conference League is after his team dropped into the competition. The Foxes exited the Europa League after finishing in third position in Group C, despite going […]

    4 years ago

  • Premier League clubs instructed to return to ’emergency’ Covid-19 measures

    Premier League clubs instructed to return to ’emergency’ Covid-19 measures

    Clubs will need to comply with the measures from Wednesday The Premier League has informed its 20 clubs that they need to return to emergency measures after new Covid rules were announced in England. Some clubs with high vaccination rates had relaxed some of the measures – which were brought in at the start of […]

    4 years ago

  • Line-up for Monday Night Football confirmed as Jame Carragher makes big tease

    Line-up for Monday Night Football confirmed as Jame Carragher makes big tease

    A big MNF debut tonight Erling Haaland is set to appear on Sky Sports’ Monday Night Football tonight ahead of Everton’s match against Arsenal at Goodison Park. The Norwegian will join former Liverpool defender and pundit Jamie Carragher ahead of the Toffees’ Premier League tie against Arsenal. It is unclear whether or not he will […]

    4 years ago

  • Joey Barton found not guilty of assaulting Barnsley boss Daniel Stendel

    Joey Barton found not guilty of assaulting Barnsley boss Daniel Stendel

    Barton has been acquitted of the charge of assault occasioning actual bodily harm Joey Barton has been found not guilty and has been acquitted of the charge of assault occasioning actual bodily harm at Sheffield Crown Court. The former footballer and Bristol Rovers manager was accused of assaulting Barnsley boss Daniel Stendel, in 2019, an […]

    4 years ago

  • Raphael Varane opens up on playing alongside Harry Maguire

    Raphael Varane opens up on playing alongside Harry Maguire

    Seven of Varane’s nine appearances have come alongside Maguire Raphael Varane has opened up on what it is has been like to play alongside Harry Maguire at Manchester United since his summer move from Real Madrid. The Frenchman arrived at Old Trafford from Madrid having won four Champions League titles and the World Cup, joining […]

    4 years ago

  • Divock Origi reveals what Jurgen Klopp said to him before scoring crucial winner

    Divock Origi reveals what Jurgen Klopp said to him before scoring crucial winner

    Some Reds are demanding work commence on the Origi statue. Divock Origi has revealed what Jurgen Klopp said to him before he scored a dramatic late winning goal against Wolves. The Reds went into the game knowing that a win would send them temporarily top of the league after Chelsea’s surprise defeat at West Ham […]

    4 years ago

  • Antonio Cassano reveals Cristiano Ronaldo text messages after TV criticism

    Antonio Cassano reveals Cristiano Ronaldo text messages after TV criticism

    ‘I don’t like him, there are 50 players I like more than he, so what?’ Antonio Cassano has claimed that Cristiano Ronaldo sent him a text message telling him to ‘respect’ his achievements after he was critical of the Manchester United forward. The former Italy frontman has been critical of Ronaldo in the past and insisted […]

    4 years ago

  • Ayr United goalkeeper banned for throwing toilet roll at rival fans

    Ayr United goalkeeper banned for throwing toilet roll at rival fans

    What a crappy punishment that is Ayr United goalkeeper Aidan McAdams has been banned for two matches for throwing toilet roll at Kilmarnock fans. The incident occurred in October during the Ayrshire derby between Ayr and Kilmarnock at Somerset Park. After a fiercely contested 88 minutes, it appeared that the game was heading for a goalless […]

    4 years ago

  • Frank Lampard admits he ‘felt terrible’ over comments he made about Paul Pogba

    Frank Lampard admits he ‘felt terrible’ over comments he made about Paul Pogba

    ‘I felt terrible, I don’t know whether you get over that or not.’ Frank Lampard has admitted that he “felt terrible” over comments he made about Paul Pogba while working as a pundit. After finishing his playing carer in 2017, the Chelsea legend spent a period of time working as a pundit for BT Sport, […]

    4 years ago

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