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How a central defender became the Premier League's most feared attacker: Secrets of Arsenal star Gabriel's rise to becoming football's most dangerous weapon
04/10/24 01:00
ISAAN KHAN: From fighting off a baseball bat-wielding robber three years ago to becoming one of the Premier League 's most-feared defenders, Gabriel Magalhaes is no stranger to confrontation in tight spaces. The Brazilian centre back's transformation has made him a pillar of Arsenal 's backline - and, crucially, the key to their set-piece plans. The 26-year-old has scored twice from corners this season: a bullet header to seal a 1-0 win over Tottenham and another header in the hard-fought 2-2 draw with Manchester City ....read
Man United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe 'will fly in for crunch Aston Villa clash on Sunday' in match which could define Erik ten Hag's Old Trafford tenure as pressure grows after dramatic draw with Porto
03/10/24 23:31Ten Hag was spared the ignominy of a comeback loss in the first of his do-or-die games on Thursday night, when Harry Maguire 's late header rescued a point against Porto.
Harry Maguire speaks out on Erik ten Hag speculation as Manchester United star reveals the one problem holding under-performing side back after last-gasp header against Porto
03/10/24 22:12Harry Maguire gave short shrift to a question about Erik ten Hag's future after his last-minute header rescued a point for the Red Devils in Porto.
Gabriel and William Saliba have formed the Thames Barrier, writes MARTIN KEOWN... They possess the same 'over our dead bodies' attitude that the great Arsenal defences I played in had
03/10/24 21:51In the past, teams that played beautiful football, as Arsenal do now, weren't so concerned about set-plays. But Mikel Arteta 's side pride themselves on them.
Lee Carsley admits that he can't squeeze Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden and Cole Palmer into the same team for England's upcoming Nations League fixtures
03/10/24 21:30SAMI MOKBEL: England's interim manager Lee Carsley has conceded he cannot fit Jude Bellingham , Phil Foden and Cole Palmer into the same side in the Nations League matches.
Porto 3-3 Man United PLAYER RATINGS: Which 'anonymous' star needs to do more? Who was easy to play through? And which new signing simply has to do so much better?
03/10/24 20:59NATHAN SALT AT THE ESTADIO DO DRAGAO: Ten Hag came into Thursday's clash needing an improved performance from his players but above all, an improved result.
Chelsea legend's son lines up against the Blues for Gent in Europa Conference League showdown 18 YEARS after his dad left for Barcelona
03/10/24 19:35The cult hero left the club in 2006 for Barcelona, where he lifted the Champions League and helped himself to a LaLiga title. On Thursday, his son played at Stamford Bridge.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta aims a sly dig at former manager Xavi in glowing appraisal of Hansi Flick's impressive start as Blaugrana boss
03/10/24 16:48Flick has transformed Barcelona into a goal scoring machine, taking a squad full of attacking youngsters from their famed La Masia academy to the top of LaLiga.
Why I applaud Everton for avoiding the one big mistake that others have made too often when leaving a historic ground, writes IAN LADYMAN
03/10/24 16:00IAN LADYMAN: Standing proud and forthright with the great man's right foot forward, the statue of Dixie Dean outside Goodison Park now finds itself pointing the way.
Douglas Luiz commits football's most unforgivable act and is slammed for his 'lack of bravery' - just seconds after coming off the bench in Juventus Champions League clash
02/10/24 23:41The Italian giants continued their revival under Thiago Motta with an impressive win in Germany, despite playing with 10 men for the last half an hour.
Emiliano Martinez sends a defiant warning to the rest of Europe after Jhon Duran's wonderstrike earned Aston Villa a famous Champions League win over Bayern Munich
02/10/24 22:30TOM COLLOMOSSE: Emiliano Martinez believes Aston Villa's stunning win over Bayern Munich proves they are a serious force in the Champions League this season.
Inside Luis Diaz's Liverpool resurgence: How a tactical tweak from Arne Slot has transformed Colombian's fortunes... with a little help from an Everton cult hero!
02/10/24 01:00LEWIS STEELE: It might be a fortnightly occurrence in 2024 but the scene is a stunned Old Trafford last month. Luis Diaz had just scored two goals in seven minutes to put Liverpool firmly in control.
Micah Richards leaves Kate Abdo in stitches and CBS Sports' studio in stunned silence live on air with crude comment - as Thierry Henry struggles to compose himself
01/10/24 23:47The former Manchester City defender is a regular pundit for the broadcaster alongside Thierry Henry and Jamie Carragher , while presenter Kate Abdo attempts to bring order to the boisterous trio.
Mikel Arteta reveals why Jurrien Timber went off at half-time in Arsenal's Champions League win over PSG - just a day after the defender called football's packed calendar 'a dangerous thing'
01/10/24 22:28Jurrien Timber was substituted at half-time of Arsenal 's 2-0 Champions League win over PSG after feeling 'something muscular', Mikel Arteta has confirmed.
THE NOTEBOOK: A former rival keen to stay undercover at the Emirates, another Sterling addition for the Gunners and why Ben White was absent from the squad that faced PSG
01/10/24 21:30SAMI MOKBEL AT THE EMIRATES: Arsenal ran out comfortable 2-0 winners over PSG on Tuesday night thanks to goals from Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka .
Arsenal 2-0 PSG PLAYER RATINGS: Which England star was the key to the French champions' struggles? Who didn't shy away from the battle? And which superstar had a night to forget?
01/10/24 20:56ISAAN KHAN: A new-look PSG, shorn of their superstar cast of yesteryear but talented nonetheless, arrived at the Emirates with ambitions of pulling off a Champions League shock.
Frank Lampard says PSG have been 'taught a LESSON' by Arsenal as Chelsea legend delivers brutal verdict on French side's poor Champions League display
01/10/24 20:26Frank Lampard offered a scathing assessment of PSG 's first-half display after witnessing the French side flounder against Arsenal in the Champions League .
Wayne Rooney spotted for the first time since fans expressed concern for Manchester United legend's health during Old Trafford appearance
01/10/24 18:34Rooney was captured by Sky Sports' cameras on Sunday evening as Erik ten Hag's side slumped to a disappointing loss. However, his condition just three years after retiring left supporters worried.
New Liverpool signing will MISS Champions League clash with Bologna after injury setback - as Arne Slot learns Diogo Jota's fate after fitness concern during win over Wolves
01/10/24 16:18One of Liverpool's summer signings will miss the Champions League clash with Bologna after sustaining a minor issue in training.
Man Utd's best way out of their cycle of doom is to ditch Erik ten Hag and start copying Liverpool, writes IAN HERBERT
01/10/24 16:00IAN HERBERT: It's the message Sir Dave Brailsford conveyed to Manchester United's players when Ineos had just taken over at Old Trafford that they are remembering now.
Dominic Solanke reveals private conversation with Harry Kane and insists Tottenham 'are not scared of anyone' ahead of their Premier League clash against Man United
28/09/24 23:52Solanke appears to have found his footing in north London and will arrive at Old Trafford to face Manchester United on Sunday on the back of two goals in as many games.
THE SHARPE END: Erik ten Hag is no idiot, he can see Manchester United are struggling in front of goal - but the issue isn't the number of shots they're taking
28/09/24 21:36THE SHARPE END: Manchester United have scored five league goals this season. Five. Before this weekend, only three Premier League sides had scored fewer.
Mikel Arteta is now trying to put out the fire he ignited in his row with Pep Guardiola, writes IAN HERBERT - Arsenal boss' response is a lesson in how to take the temperature down
28/09/24 21:30IAN HERBERT AT THE EMIRATES: They've been trying to put out the fire here all week here. The fire Mikel Arteta ignited with barely 20 words.
DANNY MURPHY: Man United can find joy against Tottenham by exploiting their obvious weakness - but I hope for Erik ten Hag's sake he's also working on a special plan to deal with James Maddison
28/09/24 21:30DANNY MURPHY: Manchester United are a club used to playing their way and blowing away the opposition but they aren't good enough to rely on that any more.
West Brom fan dies at Sheffield Wednesday after 'medical emergency' during the Baggies' 3-2 Championship defeat at Hillsborough
28/09/24 20:04A West Brom supporter has died after suffering a 'medical emergency' during the Baggies' 3-2 defeat by Sheffield Wednesday on Saturday.
Inside the week that shook Man City - JACK GAUGHAN reveals all from a leaky roof to boardroom rows, and injuries to Pep Guardiola's rallying cry
28/09/24 01:00JACK GAUGHAN: The dust was still settling on the evening before as Pep Guardiola's players drove through the City Football Academy barriered gates on Monday.
Pep Guardiola hits back at Mikel Arteta after his barbed comments towards Man City and declares 'WAR' on Arsenal following their ill-tempered 2-2 draw as the Etihad fallout grows heated
27/09/24 21:31JACK GAUGHAN: Pep Guardiola has called on Arsenal's Mikel Arteta to clarify barbed comments he made towards Manchester City in the wake of last weekend's ill-tempered draw.
Ex-Man United star Tahith Chong collapses on the pitch during Luton's clash with Plymouth as medics rush to his aid in worrying scenes at Home Park
27/09/24 20:22Medical staff rushed to the aid of Luton midfielder Tahith Chong, who collapsed on the pitch during his side's Championship clash at Plymouth.
Joleon Lescott reveals the part Jack Grealish played in his infamous 2016 car tweet - when the defender was slammed for 'accidentally' posting a picture of a £121,000 Mercedes after Aston Villa's 6-0 defeat by Liverpool
27/09/24 17:02Lescott infuriated already-irate supporters after tweeting a photo of a £121,000 Mercedes following a 6-0 thrashing against Liverpool with no caption or context.
Eddie Howe sends a blunt warning to his Newcastle players ahead of the visit of Man City - as he insists he isn't afraid to make 'difficult decisions' and drop stars 'not earning their place'
27/09/24 17:00CRAIG HOPE: During a media briefing, Howe was calm, and calculated. Give him a blank bit of paper, he said in reply to a question about not knowing his best team, and he could write down the 11 names.
Spanish referee is hit by a bottle thrown from the crowd after Villarreal's 2-1 win at Espanyol - as manager fears partial stadium closure
26/09/24 23:48Referee Alejandro Quintero Gonzalez was struck by the object which had been thrown by a disgruntled Espanyol supporter as he neared the tunnel after the match.
Peter Crouch and Glenn Hoddle forced to abandon their car and complete journey to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on foot after travel chaos delays Spurs' Europa League opener
26/09/24 19:51The clash was delayed by 38 minutes after severe rail and road problems resulted in Spurs' opponents Qarabag arriving at the ground only 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
The bizarre UEFA rule that forced Bodo/Glimt players to take a 30-second bus ride before their shock Europa League win against Porto
26/09/24 18:58The side have made a splash in European competition in recent seasons and include a 6-1 thrashing of eventual 2022 Conference League champions Roma in their impressive resume.
Man United need to show more hunger, admits Erik ten Hag after the Red Devils were slammed for failing to match the effort of FC Twente in their poor Europa League stalemate
26/09/24 17:36CHRIS WHEELER: Both Ten Hag and Christian Eriksen acknowledged that their Dutch opponents 'wanted it more', and the United boss called for his players to show the right attitude in every game.
Getafe president Angel Torres insists midfielder Chrisantus Uche 'made a complete mistake' in alleging discriminatory behaviour by LaLiga referees and racist abuse from supporters
26/09/24 16:44The Nigerian began his professional career in Spain with regional side Moralo CP before he was snapped up by Getafe this summer, where he has made seven appearances.
Erik ten Hag insists Joshua Zirkzee can become a prolific goalscorer for Man United and urges fans to be patient with his young side
26/09/24 16:40CHRIS WHEELER: United have dropped eight points in their first five Premier League games and drew the opening Europa League tie against FC Twente at Old Trafford on Wednesday night.
Semi-automated offside technology 'may not be used in the top-flight until NEXT YEAR', as Premier League bosses 'manage expectations' of clubs with testing ongoing
26/09/24 15:32The introduction of the technology was approved by clubs in April and had been set to be brought in after one of this autumn's international windows.
West Ham's transfer guru who does things 'the European way' and why his staff believe he can turn stuttering start around after fans booed team off against Chelsea
25/09/24 01:00KATHRYN BATTE AND SAMI MOKBEL: When Julen Lopetegui arrived at West Ham this summer, he was supposed to rip up the David Moyes playbook and start again.
Walsall 0-0 Leicester City (0-3 on pens): Danny Ward saves THREE penalties as the Foxes avoid major Carabao Cup upset against League Two high-flyers
24/09/24 21:28Danny Ward saved three penalties in a shoot-out to help Leicester avoid a Carabao Cup upset against Walsall at the Poundland Bescot Stadium.
Pep Guardiola provides Rodri update with Man City left sweating over the severity of the Spanish star's knee injury suffered in 2-2 draw with Arsenal
24/09/24 20:38Pep Guardiola has provided an update on the length of Rodri 's expected lay-off after the midfielder sustained a serious knee injury against Arsenal on Sunday.
Chelsea 5-0 Barrow: Christopher Nkunku nets a hat-trick and Ben Chilwell returns from the bench in Carabao Cup clash
24/09/24 20:36KIERAN GILL AT STAMFORD BRIDGE: Maresca made 11 changes, but it was hardly a bargain bin of back-ups. It cost £415.8million to assemble, and naturally, that superiority showed.
Revealed: A Man United fan convicted of battery on a City supporter was arrested FIVE DAYS later for tragedy chanting against Liverpool at Old Trafford
24/09/24 16:10Thug Harry Thorley appeared before magistrates in London on August 27 after he walked up to the City fan in a car park at the Community Shield curtain-raiser and punched him in the face.
Thank you and I love you... Kieron Dyer's words to the liver donor who gave him a second shot at life, writes OLIVER HOLT
24/09/24 01:00OLIVER HOLT: It is almost a year to the day since Dyer's life was saved by a liver transplant and boss Mike Flynn congratulates him on the anniversary. He cracks a smile.
Richard Keys claims Michael Oliver 'dropped a b****ck' by not cautioning Jeremy Doku before sending Leandro Trossard off in Arsenal's hot-tempered draw with Man City
23/09/24 23:50The Spaniard was left incensed by Leandro Trossard 's two yellow cards and clearly made his feelings known on the booking for delaying a restart.
German police 'find a large number of images of child abuse stored on devices seized from the home of Eintracht Frankfurt coach Helge Rasche', who died in a car crash at the age of 33
23/09/24 18:35The Bundesliga club confirmed the death of the 33-year-old in a statement on September 6, a day after police reportedly conducted a search at the home of the youth team coach.
Revealed: Man City's disappointing record without Rodri, as reports claim the superstar is set to be 'OUT for the rest of the season with a cruciate ligament rupture'
23/09/24 17:31The 28-year-old, who is a leading contender for the Ballon d'Or after helping Spain win Euro 2024, was forced off with a serious knee injury just 21 minutes into City's 2-2 draw with Arsenal.
Gary Neville recounts terrifying moment on a plane when he feared he was 'going to have a heart attack', as Man United legend opens up on his hectic work schedule
23/09/24 16:20The Manchester United legend is ever-present in the footballing media landscape today with his appearances on Sky Sports and his hit podcast Stick to Football.
Is THIS the moment that sparked David Raya's incredible double save? Arsenal goalkeeper reveals secrets behind penalty stop after earning Gunners a point in Champions League opener in Atalanta
19/09/24 22:45After a dull first period, Arteta's side faced an early second-half concession when the referee awarded the home side a penalty following a challenge from Thomas Partey on Ederson.
Another new tournament?! Premier League launch 32-team competition with a £1MILLION prize fund aimed at 'providing additional opportunities to young players'
19/09/24 16:39The Premier League have collaborated with the National League to create a new competition designed to further aid player development.
Jamie Carragher warns players are being 'treated like cattle' as he SLAMS new Club World Cup - as Rio Ferdinand accuses football chiefs of ignoring stars' concerns amid strike threat
18/09/24 23:28The tournament, which will include teams such as Chelsea , Real Madrid and Manchester City , will run for the first time from June 15 to July 13 in 2025.
Erik ten Hag given double injury boost as two Man United stars return to training ahead of their Premier League clash against Crystal Palace
18/09/24 19:15The Red Devils were all smiles at their Carrington training ground after thumping Barnsley 7-0 in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup at Old Trafford a night prior.
Revealed: The Bayern Munich star who wrote the hilarious message 'Bro not again' on Harry Kane's signed match ball after he bagged FOUR goals in a Champions League demolition
18/09/24 15:56In a game that set a record for most goals in a Champions League match, the England skipper became the highest scoring English player in the Champions League history.
Raheem Sterling 'cleanses himself' and makes public declaration of his faith by getting baptised ahead of his first north London derby after joining Arsenal
15/09/24 07:43Sunday's crunch match between Arsenal and Tottenham is set to be the 29-year-old's first in the Gunners squad after sealing a loan move from Chelsea on transfer deadline day.
Revealed: How it all unravelled for Todd Boehly after being 'taken advantage of by agents', as his power struggle with Clearlake over control of Chelsea rages on
14/09/24 09:02The latest shot in Chelsea 's ongoing civil war has been fired, with a remarkable new claim pointing to the potential genesis of the break down in relations.
Unai Emery urges Aston Villa supporters to keep backing the team as furious fans plan protest against eye-watering Champions League ticket prices
13/09/24 13:55TOM COLLOMOSSE: Supporters face paying up to £97 for the club's home fixtures in the Champions League, prompting one fans' group to plan to hand out red cards before Saturday's game.
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola comes out fighting before Premier League 'trial of the century' begins on Monday, despite relegation threat
13/09/24 12:10City have been accused of financial impropriety spanning nine years from 2009 and the sternest punishment if found guilty is relegation. Points deductions and fines are also potential penalties.
Revealed: How Manchester United escaped punishment for breaching Premier League PSR rules despite announcing losses of £113.3m for last season
13/09/24 06:33Top-flight clubs are allowed to lose up to 105m over a three-year period under Profit and Sustainability Rules. But United's figures took them well above that mark with a total in excess of £250m.
Former Premier League star joins fourth-division BASKETBALL team just two years after playing in a Champions League semi-final
13/09/24 05:36He played a total of 148 games for the Yellow Submarine, including 40 in all competitions last term but his contract with the club was not renewed and he has been a free agent since the summer.
Expiring contract XI: THREE bonafide Premier League greats, the most expensive defensive ever and an ex-Barcelona star on his way back from serious injury... stars set to be free agents next summer
12/09/24 18:30The contractual situations of three of their star players; Salah , Van Dijk and Alexander-Arnold , has been a point of discussion in the first few weeks of the new term.
David Beckham and wife Victoria 'will take private jet to attend former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson's funeral' in Sweden on Friday
12/09/24 12:38Eriksson passed away on August 26 after a long battle with pancreatic cancer, with countless tributes since paid to the Swede.
Pep Guardiola and Man City stars recreate Oasis' iconic cover from their debut album Definitely Maybe as they unveil their FOURTH kit - co-designed by lifelong fan Noel Gallagher
12/09/24 08:10Premier League champions Manchester City have unveiled their fourth kit for the 2024-25 season, which has been co-designed by lifelong fan and British music royalty Noel Gallagher.
Why were you always so f***ing miserable? Helen Chamberlain calls out Chris Sutton... but It's All Kicking Off! co-host gives hilarious response
12/09/24 06:00The second episode of the series sees the merging of Mail Sport's two brilliant podcasts as It's All Kicking Off co-host Chris Sutton joins the gang as they recall his appearances on Soccer AM.
LISTEN to It's All Kicking Off! Is the UEFA Conference League the egg and spoon race of European football?
09/09/24 16:22The Blues will compete in Europe's third-tier competition this season after a lacklustre campaign that saw them finish sixth.
Harry Kane salutes 'inspirational' Cristiano Ronaldo and insists he has no plans to slow down ahead of becoming the TENTH man to earn 100 caps for England... with star set to debut some flashy footwear to mark the occasion
09/09/24 14:49Harry Kane already has his sights set on his next England ton and he is using Cristiano Ronaldo as motivation, on the eve of earning his 100th cap for the Three Lions.
LISTEN to It's All Kicking Off! Does Lee Carsley have a responsibility to set an example to his players?
09/09/24 13:01Carsley took charge of the Three Lions against the nation he represented 40 times. The ex-midfielder, a West Midlands native, enjoyed an 11-year career with the side.
'We told you!' Gary Lineker lauds Lee Carsley for addressing THREE problems England fans had with Gareth Southgate at Euro 2024 in his first game as interim boss
09/09/24 08:41Carsley began his tenure as interim boss with a dominant 2-0 Nations League win over the Republic of Ireland in Dublin on Saturday.
Real Madrid and Brazil star Rodrygo responds after shock Ballon d'Or snub amid fears of unrest at the Bernabeu following the arrival of Kylian Mbappe
09/09/24 07:49Real Madrid and Brazil forward Rodrygo continued to produce the goods on the field as he scored the only goal for his country in a 1-0 win over Ecuador on Saturday.
Gabby Agbonlahor slams Chelsea for omitting Cole Palmer from their UEFA Conference League squad and claims the Blues are 'disrespecting the competition'
09/09/24 06:41Gabby Agbonlahor believes that Chelsea's decision to omit Cole Palmer and other high-profile names from their Europa Conference League squad is 'disrespectful'.
LISTEN to It's All Kicking Off!: Erik ten Hag's BIGGEST problem is revealed after co-host Ian Ladyman's fiery exchange with Manchester United boss
02/09/24 16:52Manchester United 's 'biggest problem' under Erik ten Hag was revealed as Chris Sutton and Ian Ladyman highlighted key struggles in the Red Devils on Mail Sport's It's All Kicking Off podcast.
LISTEN to It's All Kicking Off!: Chris Sutton opens up on his ARREST the night before he sealed his record transfer to Blackburn
29/08/24 16:08Chris Sutton has opened up on his arrest the night before joining Blackburn in 1994 on the latest episode of Mail Sport's podcast It's All Kicking Off! with co-host Ian Ladyman.
LISTEN to It's All Kicking Off!: The staggering amount an agent was paid for working on a deal for only 90 MINUTES
29/08/24 15:11Football agent Jon Smith joined Ian Ladyman and Chris Sutton on the latest episode of It's All Kicking Off! They discussed all things from Todd Boehly to Diego Maradona.
LISTEN to It's All Kicking Off!: The reasons why things are in danger of unravelling at Newcastle
28/08/24 06:00Newcastle have only signed Lloyd Kelly to improve the first team squad, while Kieran Trippier was replaced as on-field captain by Bruno Guimaraes, amid speculation over his future.
LISTEN to It's All Kicking Off!: What's the bigger picture behind Trent Alexander-Arnold's bench misery at Anfield?
26/08/24 15:00The defender was replaced by Conor Bradley in the 72nd minute but cut a dejected and gloomy figure while he sat on the bench for rest of the match.
LISTEN to It's All Kicking Off! What will it take for Arne Slot to emerge from Jurgen Klopp's shadow?
17/08/24 06:00One team who will look to improve on last season is Liverpool, who finished third in the table in their final year under Klopp, who has now left his role as manager with with a new man in town.
Jude Bellingham picked up where he left off last season, Mason Greenwood has huge boots to fill and two ex-Chelsea stars look to force their way back into England contention - the Brits abroad to look out for this season
16/08/24 17:04Players from these shores have been plying their trade on the continent and further afield for some years now and the results have largely been successful.
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot hits back at critics deriding his team for making zero signings this summer - and claims that new additions are no guarantee of squad improvement
16/08/24 09:41The Reds are the only club in Europe's top five leagues yet to make a signing this summer and the club have come under scrutiny from fans.
Marseille star is SUSPENDED after wishing his team-mate, ex-Newcastle defender Chancel Mbemba, a happy birthday in a 'provocative nature'
16/08/24 08:12Marseille youngster Rayan Hassad has been suspended by the club after he was accused of wishing a happy birthday to team-mate Mbemba 'in a provocative manner'.
Lamine Yamal's dad Mounir Nasraoui, 35, gives first interview in tell-all from his hospital bed as he recovers from a brutal stabbing in a car park
16/08/24 06:57Mounir Nasraoui, 35, was rushed to hospital after being attacked in the north of Barcelona on Wednesday afternoon.
LISTEN to It's All Kicking Off!: Will Manchester United's new transfer strategy pay off?
16/08/24 06:00It's been a busy summer for the Red Devils, with Jason Wilcox, Omar Berrada and Dan Ashworth joining the club's hierarchy, while Erik ten Hag remained as boss.
Manchester United 'make inquiries about £34m-rated Nottingham Forest star' but the Red Devils face 'competition from AC Milan' for the Brazilian's signature
16/08/24 05:39The Brazilian has been one of the side's standout performers since his arrival last year. The combative midfielder featured 29 times in the Premier League.
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Cole Palmer picks a surprise name in his dream five-a-side team, alongside Erling Haaland, Thiago Silva and Kevin De Bruyne
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EXCLUSIVEThe REAL identity of woman at centre of Formula One love triangle: she has two drivers vying for her... and she's older than we all thought
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Watch bizarre moment PSG ultras armed with flares turn local five-a-side pitch in London into the Parc des Princes before match against Arsenal
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Harry Maguire speaks out on Erik ten Hag speculation as Manchester United star reveals the one problem holding under-performing side back
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Man United faced Porto without Sir Alex Ferguson in the stands as Red Devils legend opts to watch Rangers instead with Erik ten Hag fighting for his job
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Football's transfer rules are deemed ILLEGAL by the EU's top court in ruling that threatens to bring the sport's big-money transfer market to collapse
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Man United have 'wasted' the season, with '£200m down the drain' - and Erik ten Hag ISN'T the main man to blame, says Jamie Carragher
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Erik ten Hag reveals bizarre reason why he took Marcus Rashford OFF at half time despite Manchester United star's brilliant solo effort against Porto
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Karen Carney slams Bruno Fernandes for lacking 'control' and 'showing frustration' after Man United captain sees red AGAIN in Red Devils' chaotic draw
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Erik ten Hag sends message to Man United fans after Europa League draw as under-pressure Red Devils boss vows to continue fighting for success
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Gent fans 'throw chairs' at Stamford Bridge during 4-2 defeat to Chelsea - after supporters brought west London streets to a standstill
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EXCLUSIVEDoubts raised over Gary Lineker's future at Match of the Day after BBC rumours emerge suggesting his time could come to an end
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Jude Bellingham told he has 'DECLINED' since the arrival of Kylian Mbappe as the Spanish press slam him after Real Madrid's 1-0 loss to Lille
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Harry Maguire and Eberechi Eze dropped from England squad - but Kyle Walker handed recall by interim boss Lee Carsley
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England star called up for the first time in SEVEN years as Lee Carsley makes another bold decision with new squad - but Harry Maguire is AXED
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EXCLUSIVEWhy Ruud van Nistelrooy's position at Man United is raising eyebrows: THE SAMI MOKBEL COLUMN
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Chelsea legend's son lines up against the Blues for Gent in Europa Conference League showdown 18 YEARS after his dad left for Barcelona
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Tottenham vs Ferencvaros viewers are left fuming after TNT Sports blunder as fans claim it's making Europa League clash 'UNWATCHABLE'
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Ralf Schumacher accused of LYING in TV interview as ex-wife Cora insists he did NOT try to contact her to explain new life with boyfriend Etienne
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PGA Tour and LIV Golf bosses share embrace at Carnoustie - amid hopes of a peace deal to end the sport's civil war
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A Dutch icon who lost millions in PIG-FARMING and a United hero who answered Ferguson's SOS call... Szczesny is NOT the first player to UN-retire
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Ethan Mbappe wins the battle of the brothers! Injured Lille star leads celebrations after shock Champions League win over Real Madrid
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Meet the Welsh minnows with 179 fans dreaming of taking down giants Fiorentina in the Conference League - before flying home on Ryanair
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Laura Woods makes cheeky gag about getting naked in hilarious exchange with injured Aston Villa star Tyrone Mings live on TNT Sports
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Morgan Rogers has the final say on whether Cole Palmer STOLE his ice cold celebration - as Rio Ferdinand tells the Villa star how to hit back at his Chelsea pal
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Watch moment TV cameras catch Bayern Munich fan appearing to put mystery powder up his nose during Champions League game at Aston Villa
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Heartwarming moment Arsenal star's mum reacts to her son making his Champions League debut... as he replaces Bukayo Saka in 2-0 win over PSG
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Micah Richards leaves Kate Abdo in stitches and CBS Sports' studio in stunned silence live on air with crude comment
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Conor McGregor enjoys kickabout with Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka after Arsenal beat PSG - as UFC fans joke he is doing 'every side quest but fighting'
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British teen F1 sensation Bearman caught up in a racing LOVE TRIANGLE as his influencer girlfriend 'moves on with driver from a rival team'
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Barcelona and Spain legend Andres Iniesta to retire at the age of 40... with the midfielder set to announce decision on sentimental date
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Mikel Arteta lifts the lid on 'terrifying' baptism of fire at PSG aged 18 ahead of Arsenal's Champions League clash with French side
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Spurs troll die-hard Man United fan Luke Littler by joking he has turned on the Red Devils after Old Trafford thrashing in viral social media post
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Premier League's 'worst ever manager' sticks the boot in on Erik ten Hag: Crystal Palace flop explains where it is all going wrong for United boss
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Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale 'agreed to join Man United in 2013 but the club REFUSED to pay the £200m fee', Patrice Evra claims
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Glum Erik ten Hag arrives for Man United training bright and early after Tottenham thrashing as under-pressure Dutchman attempts to save his job
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Play is SUSPENDED in the Madrid derby for 15 minutes as Atletico fans pelt Real keeper Thibaut Courtois with objects after he celebrated opener
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Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho is booked after using laptop to show his frustration after Edin Dzeko's goal was ruled out for offside
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Phil Foden reveals unusual retirement plans - as Man City's midfield star discusses the 'buzz' of his favourite pastime away from football
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Luke Littler accused of 'giving up' during 6-3 loss to world champion Luke Humphries in Swiss Darts Trophy while others blame his new arrows
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Ibrahima Konate jokes that HE should have won Man of the Match - and not Ryan Gravenberch - after Liverpool's 2-1 win over Wolves
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UFC fighter Allin Perez twerks on her opponent after UFC win during Paris show... just one day after shaking and crying during a brutal weigh in
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British star Sandy Ryan accuses rival after being hit with red PAINT before losing her world title - as Mikaela Mayer hits back at 'completely false' claim
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Lionel Messi furiously calls referee a 'mean-spirited son of a B****' after Inter Miami's 1-1 draw with Charlotte... but escapes a red card
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Derby left furious after Championship officials allow Norwich goal to stand despite ball clearly going out of play
Controversial goal given
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EXCLUSIVEBrazil World Cup-winning captain Cafu on 'amazing' Trent Alexander-Arnold, Endrick's move to Real Madrid and they can win in 2026
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Revealed: The BIZARRE reason why Matt Targett has been ruled out of Newcastle's Premier League clash with champions Man City
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Angry Ajax captain Jordan Henderson tears into former Aston Villa forward Bertrand Traore during big Europa League win over Besiktas
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EA FC 25 CENSOR Jadon Sancho as gamers notice the franchise blurs out the Chelsea winger's tattoos
Chelsea star censored
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AFC Wimbledon share video update on sinkhole flood damage to Plough Lane pitch as donations pass £100,000 and League Two clash is called off
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Man United star Harry Maguire 'hit with fine after pleading guilty to speeding in his Land Rover earlier this year'
Days before missing Premier League tie
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Eddie Hearn names three-man shortlist for Anthony Joshua's next fight - after the two-time heavyweight champion ruled out retirement following Dubois loss
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Inside Erik ten Hag's love affair with FC Twente: How he was shaped by cup success and launched his coaching career with United's UEL rivals
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Raphael Varane is hailed as a 'legend' and a 'leader' - as the football world pays tribute following his shock retirement
Only 31 years old
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Darts star James Wade issues statement denying FARTING during match - offering bizarre excuse to fans
Social media mix-up gone awry
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Chelsea fans call on Enzo Maresca to 'bench whoever we have to' in order to get one 'Team B' star into his main XI after a dazzling Carabao Cup display
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Phil Foden given detailed feedback from Pep Guardiola during impromptu on-pitch training session after Man City star plays 90 minutes as a false nine
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EXCLUSIVEFootage resurfaces of Arsenal using 'dark arts' in heavyweight clash with Liverpool last year, as time-wasting storm rumbles on
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Scott McTominay is 'at risk and under observation for his diet' after signing for Napoli - and is warned of 'the temptations of Neapolitan cuisine'
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Unrepentant Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta refuses to accept blame for red cards - and says he would've been 'very thick' not to go ultra-defensive at Man City
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Sven-Goran Eriksson names the England colleague who he 'always thought was a piece of s***''
Former England manager died aged 76 last month
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Jose Mourinho storms off after reporter shows him mocking post dubbing him 'The Crying One' after Fenerbahce's defeat by arch-rivals Galatasaray
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Eriksson says he was 'close to bankruptcy' and admits being 'a f***ing idiot' after losing £10m of his football fortune, in new book published after death
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Ilkay Gundogan and his wife announce they are expecting a second child together as the Man City midfielder settles back into life in England
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Rory McIlroy's marriage appears to be back on track after divorce u-turn as golfer kisses wife Erica Stoll moments after another heartbreaking late loss
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Who is Dan Friedkin? Meet the US billionaire who has agreed a deal to acquire majority stake in Everton with a huge net worth and is also a film director
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Rafael Nadal named in Spain's Davis Cup finals squad to play in Malaga as the tennis legend prepares for what could be his farewell event
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Joe Hart GLOATS in Arsenal legend Ian Wright's face as former Man City goalkeeper celebrates John Stones' last-gasp equaliser
Hilarious scenes
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Gary Neville recounts terrifying moment on a plane when he feared he was 'going to have a heart attack', as Man United legend opens up on his work schedule
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Arsenal could play 16-year-old goalkeeper Jack Porter against Bolton with David Raya likely to be rested after picking up a knock at Man City
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Nicolas Jackson is proving Enzo Maresca was RIGHT to persist with him and is making his critics eat their words
In fine form
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Tyson Fury's X-rated outburst towards Anthony Joshua caught on video after his British rival suffered a shock fifth-round KO defeat
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How even the world's best fighters were stunned by Daniel Dubois KOing Anthony Joshua: Tyson Fury and Conor McGregor react ringside at Wembley
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Georgina Rodriguez, Cristiano Ronaldo's partner, was 'relieved' when he left Man United and couldn't wait to swap Manchester for Saudi Arabia
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Angry West Ham star Edson Alvarez 'threatened to kill' Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez during London derby spat
Seemingly angry with the
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'How has he got away with this?' - Fans baffled as Spurs goalie Vicario escapes punishment after handling the ball TWICE outside of his box
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The making of Nwaneri: Arsenal youth expert JEORGE BIRD reveals all on the boy wonder who forced Arteta's hand and rejected two rivals
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Anthony Joshua is MOCKED with memes and likened to viral Olympics breakdancer Raygun as he gets ridiculed online for his fall to the canvas in Daniel Dubois defeat
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Final F1 practice session in Singapore is red flagged due to a LIZARD on the track with marshals required to chase and usher the reptile to safety
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Fans fume after VAR denies West Ham a penalty because Wesley Fofana's grab on Crysencio Summerville was only 'fleeting'
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Jude Bellingham 'awarded lucrative pay rise by Real Madrid to bring his wages in line with Kylian Mbappe's £12.6m yearly salary at Los Blancos
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Arsenal defenders William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes are the 'BEST' centre back pairing in Europe, ex-Man United defender Rio Ferdinand insists
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Cristiano Ronaldo was adored by Sir Alex Ferguson but accused Erik ten Hag of 'betrayal' - inside the forward's relationships with his managers
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Pictured: F1 stars Lando Norris and George Russell pose for a snap with meme sensation 'Hide the Pain Harold' in the Singapore Grand Prix paddock
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Footage resurfaces of a younger Lionel Messi dribbling through an entire Premier League youth team in Essex in 2014
World class skill
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Anthony Joshua explains footage of CRAZY stretch routine as heavyweight prepared for world title fight with Daniel Dubois
Showdown at Wembley
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Thibaut Courtois finally reveals why Real Madrid wonderkid Endrick, 18, was given his playful 'Bobby' nickname by his team-mates
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Revealed: Why Cristiano Ronaldo held up three fingers to his son in the stands after scoring opening goal in Al-Nassr's 3-0 win over Al-Ettifaq
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Liverpool fans say their 'day has been ruined' after seeing Alisson has shaved off his iconic beard as they joke that they're about to 'concede for fun'
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Luke Littler responds to fans' theories about why he pulled out of the Hungary Darts Trophy 24 hours before the event with cryptic three-word reply
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David Raya makes incredible double save from Atalanta penalty as Arsenal goalkeeper keeps scores level in Champions League opener
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Ex-Manchester United star Anthony Martial welcomed by 2,000 fans at the airport after completing a shock move to European giants
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EXCLUSIVEEngland team-mates Lauren James and Beth Mead explain how they intend to fight off the threat from EACH OTHER ahead of start of WSL
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Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois are ready for war but avoid insults and barbs ahead of heavyweight title showdown - as AJ reveals how he will win
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Everton icons and fans attend Kevin Campbell's special memorial service following the former Toffees striker's death aged 54
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Stefanos Tsitsipas's mum reveals she took Paula Badosa's side when the power couple split earlier this year... before pair reconciled three weeks later
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Tennis star who secretly quit sport to become a lingerie model breaks her silence and says she is NOT 'running away' - despite leaving Italy
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Barnsley manager threatens to 'give my players a SLAP' if they ever question Premier League stars after 7-0 hammering at Man United
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Oleksandr Usyk is detained by police at Krakow airport on way to London to watch Anthony Joshua face Daniel Dubois - before he is released
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Rodri admits elite players are close to 'STRIKING' over football's congested calendar... after Alisson blasted the Champions League's new format
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Harry Kane bags FOUR to become the highest-scoring English player in Champions League history as Bayern Munich hit NINE past Dinamo Zagreb
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David Beckham hilariously pranks Micah Richards and Jamie Carragher before announcing himself as a new celebrity commentator for CBS
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Fulham lose longest penalty shootout in League Cup history as they crash out to Preston in third round after THIRTY-FOUR spot-kicks
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EXCLUSIVEInside Daniel Dubois' 'Farm Gym' camp ahead of Saturday's Anthony Joshua showdown - with sparring partners spitting blood!
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Harry Kane SMASHES Bundesliga record previously held by Erling Haaland as the England captain nets hat-trick in Bayern Munich thrashing
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Tom Brady reveals what David Beckham 'taught' him at Birmingham's win over Wrexham - but 'can't repeat most of what was said'
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Anthony Joshua reveals he has 'been through a lot of pain' and has 'worked hard' to climb back to becoming a mandatory challenger
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Real Madrid and Brazil wonderkid Endrick, 18, marries his model girlfriend Gabriely Miranda, 23, less than a year after the couple first met
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New Bukayo Saka mural shows what the Arsenal star means to north London, writes ISAAN KHAN... still just 23, he has grown into a Gunners leader
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Erling Haaland could smash remarkable Cristiano Ronaldo record in Man City's Champions League tie against Inter Milan on Wednesday
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Emma Raducanu seals straight-sets victory in marathon contest at the Korea Open - marking the 21-year-old's first win since her teary US Open exit
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Ebanie Bridges reveals she is PREGNANT as former boxing world champion and OnlyFans star shows off baby bump at influencer event
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Phil Foden's five-year-old son Ronnie set to rake in 'LOADS of money' from new venture after already landing a modelling contract
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Manchester City's lawyers arrive for day two of club's trial of the century - after 'top-secret' location of the legal battle was revealed
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EXCLUSIVEAymeric Laporte opens up on proving doubters wrong after Euros triumph with Spain, life in Saudi Arabia... and a possible return to Europe
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EXCLUSIVEEddie Hearn reveals the secret to his bond with Anthony Joshua as Matchroom boss drops retirement hint ahead of Daniel Dubois fight
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Daniel Dubois says 'the momentum is with me' despite being the bookies' underdog in Saturday's world heavyweight title clash with Anthony Joshua
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How Premier League stars travel back from international duty in style, with clubs uniting to splash out six-figure fees on private jets to fly them back
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Former Man United defender Phil Jones opens up on mental health 'trauma' as he admits abuse from trolls left him not wanting to go out in public
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Andy Carroll 'gears up for a move to FOURTH-TIER side' - the eighth in his journeyman career - just one year after joining Ligue 2 outfit Amiens
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World's best-paid female footballers revealed as Barcelona star sets new record... but does Sam Kerr make the cut?
New list released
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Jimmy Anderson 'emerges as a shock target for unnamed Major League Cricket team' after England retirement in '£135,000 deal'
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Man United 'set to offer new long-term deal to rising star in the final year of his contract' after impressive start to the season under Erik ten Hag
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Lord Coe stakes his claim to succeed Thomas Bach as IOC president with double Olympic champion among seven candidates
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Inside Formula One star Oscar Piastri's jet-set life as expert says Baku GP winner is on track to become Australia's biggest sport star
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Paul Merson's BRUTAL response when asked if Ange Postecoglou can deliver a trophy for Tottenham this season
Ange confident
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Ange Postecoglou doubles down on belief he'll win silverware with Tottenham insisting 'I ALWAYS win things in my second season' as manager
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Man City star Manuel Akanji sounds alarm bells over fixture congestion claiming 'there's no end to it' - as defender jokes he 'may have to retire at age 30'
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Former Man United star Jesse Lingard is mocked in the Korean league as opponent copies his celebration following late winner in Asia
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Postecoglou defends his decision not to have a specialist set-piece coach despite Spurs conceding ANOTHER goal from a dead ball delivery
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Jamie Redknapp issues stern warning to Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou as he urges Australian to 'pick up some results quickly' after Arsenal defeat
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Eddie Howe insists he'll do 'everything in his power' to keep harmony at St James' Park as Newcastle boss hopes to ease tensions over transfer strategy
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Olympic hero ALEX YEE opens up on his pride at getting the nation hooked on triathlon... and reveals unlikely Instagram follow
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Jamie O'Hara slams Tottenham after Arsenal defeat as he blames signing players from smaller clubs for poor performances
More Spurs struggles
