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New fears for Matthijs de Ligt as Dutch boss Ronald Koeman reveals he had to haul Man United's £38.5m signing off for his own good after horror error... and German press slam him in ratings
11/09/24 06:53
Ronald Koeman has revealed that he felt he was forced into taking off Matthijs De Ligt during the Netherlands' draw with Germany in order to protect the Man United star. De Ligt, 25, moved to Old Trafford from Bayern Munich in the summer for a £38.5million fee. The centre back has featured in all of United's Premier League games so far this season, although Erik ten Hag's side have endured a difficult start by losing two of their three matches. De Ligt joined up with the Netherlands on international duty this month, but endured a disappointing display during their 5-2 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina on Saturday night, with the defender describing his own performance as 'f****d'....read
Man City defender Nathan Ake is taken off on a stretcher in tears after suffering serious injury in Netherlands' Nations League clash with Germany
10/09/24 20:20After initially attempting to return to his feet, a clearly emotional Ake was then removed from the pitch on a stretcher and replaced by Arsenal's Jurrien Timber.
Ronald Koeman speaks out on ex-Man United flop Memphis Depay's international future as he moves to Brazil - after brutally banishing Steven Bergwijn following Saudi switch
10/09/24 09:08Following that deal, Koeman claimed Bergwijn's 'book is closed' with the national team due to his lack of 'sporting ambition' as he hit out at the former Tottenham star.
Netherlands camp is rocked by row between Wout Weghorst and Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber... with Ronald Koeman having to separate the pair before former Man United striker storms off
08/09/24 17:30However, on Sunday, the forward was left angry following a challenge by Timber in training as the Netherlands prepared for their clash at home to Germany on Tuesday.
'It's f****d': Man United star Matthijs De Ligt gives x-rated verdict on his own performance after nightmare display in the Netherlands' win over Bosnia - as boss Ronald Koeman admits he made mistakes
08/09/24 08:19While goals from Wout Weghorst and Xavi Simons secured victory in the Nations League clash, De Ligt admitted that he was frustrated with his performance.
Steven Bergwijn bites back at Ronald Koeman after he was AXED from the Netherlands squad by the manager who questioned his 'sporting ambition' following his move to Saudi Arabia
06/09/24 08:14Former Tottenham star Steven Bergwijn has fired back at Ronald Koeman after the Netherlands manager 'closed the book' on his international career.
Ryan Gravenberch opens up on his improvements under Arne Slot at Liverpool - after Netherlands boss Ronald Koeman took sharp dig at Reds star
05/09/24 09:04Slot (right) faced a mammoth task of taking over from fan favourite Jurgen Klopp, but has already made his mark on the side, and Gravenberch (left) has played a huge role in the transformation.
Netherlands boss Ronald Koeman explains why Arne Slot is 'LUCKY' despite admitting the Liverpool boss is doing a 'better job' than Man United rival Erik ten Hag
04/09/24 08:13Luis Diaz struck twice before Mohamed Salah sealed the victory at Old Trafford, making it three straight wins for the Reds - compared to United who already have two defeats from their opening games.
Ronald Koeman takes sharp dig at Liverpool star Ryan Gravenberch after journalist praises Dutch midfielder for his starring role in 3-0 drubbing of Man United
03/09/24 16:16The Dutchman, who traded Bayern Munich for Anfield last summer, has made a blistering start in the Premier League this season. But his national manager's words have served to burst his bubble.
Ronald Koeman brutally ends ex-Tottenham star's Steven Bergwijn's international career after shock Saudi Arabia move - as Netherlands boss claims 'his book is closed' with the national team due to his lack of 'sporting ambition'
03/09/24 10:19He was not selected for the Netherlands' upcoming Nations League fixtures against Bosnia and Herzegovina and Germany, amid the speculation surrounding his future.
Turn off the phone next time! Former Chelsea star Ian Maatsen leaves Euro 2024 after playing ZERO minutes since the Netherlands called him in to cancel a yacht holiday with his girlfriend
11/07/24 12:42Maatsen had initially been left out of the squad, learning of his omission just three days ahead of his participation in the Champions League final with Borussia Dortmund.
Gary Neville and Ian Wright celebrate wildly after Ollie Watkins' last-gasp winner books England a place in the Euros final on Sunday - but Roy Keane is less than impressed with the result!
10/07/24 22:59The Aston Villa striker was brought on as a late substitute by Gareth Southgate as England struggled to break their 1-1 deadlock with the Netherlands in the second-half.
Netherlands suffer travel CHAOS ahead of crucial semi-final against England - with Ronald Koeman's squad left stranded on a train station platform and requiring a police escort to airport for emergency flight
09/07/24 16:35MIKE KEEGAN: The Netherlands' plans to face England have been hit by issues on Germany's infamous train network - with Ronald Koeman and his squad left stranded on a station platform.
England must banish the RONALD KOEMAN CURSE when they face the Dutch in their Euros semi-final... and it's a long 30 years since it started
09/07/24 11:00IAN HERBERT: More than 30 years have passed since Koeman brought down David Platt as he ran clean through on goal in a vital World Cup qualifier. The episode became part of English football lore
England must overcome dreaded 'ITV curse' to beat Netherlands - as Three Lions seek to make second consecutive European Championship final
09/07/24 09:44England will be favourites to beat the Dutch and make Sunday's final in Berlin but will need to overcome the dreaded ITV curse on Wednesday night.
CHRIS SUTTON: Wout Weghorst is so much more than a battering ram... England must beware the threat of the giant Dutchman in semi-final showdown
08/07/24 22:39CHRIS SUTTON: In this age of tiki taka, inverted full backs, false nines, passing triangles, gegenpressing, set-piece specialists there is something beautiful about Wout Weghorst.
How the Dutch have ditched Total Football to reach Euro 2024 semi-final against England… Ronald Koeman's team is built on a strong defence without Frenkie de Jong to pull the strings as fans clamour for Wout Weghorst to start
07/07/24 21:30MATT BARLOW: The Netherlands' passage to the last four at Euro 2024 has been a triumph of substance over style, which has been a bitter pill to swallow in the home of Total Football.
A familiar face, an ability to win ugly and a solid disciplinary record - what England must look out for in semi-final showdown against the Netherlands
07/07/24 10:13AADAM PATEL: The Oranje have progressed to the semi-finals despite coming third in their group, yet Ronald Koeman's side will pose plenty of dangers to England.
Arne Slot should take a lesson from Ronald Koeman to unlock Cody Gakpo for Liverpool... the Dutch star has looked a different beast for the Netherlands at Euro 2024, writes LEWIS STEELE
05/07/24 18:37LEWIS STEELE: While Liverpool fans have spent the last few weeks demanding the club to splash the cash, Cody Gakpo has starred at Euro 2024.
Rafael van der Vaart heaps bizarre praise on Cody Gakpo - claiming the Liverpool star makes defenders 's*** their pants' - after impressing for the Dutch against Romania
02/07/24 23:23The victory saw Ronald Koeman's side set up a quarter-final clash against Turkey, with the 25-year-old both scoring and setting up Donyell Malen with an assist in the second half.
Romania 0-3 Netherlands: Ronald Koeman's side set up quarter-final with Austria or Turkey as Donyell Malen nets late brace to add to Cody Gakpo first-half strike
02/07/24 17:57AADAM PATEL AT THE MUNICH FOOTBALL ARENA: On the eve of this clash, Gakpo spoke about how the Netherlands were approaching this clash against Romania as the start of a 'new tournament.'
Dutch journalists claim The Netherlands 'need resuscitation and a lot of luck' amid the prospect Ronald Koeman's side could face England in the knockout stages at Euro 2024
26/06/24 09:08Depending on how Group E and Group F finish on Wednesday evening, The Netherlands could be set to face off against Gareth Southgate's England side in their opening knockout clash at the tournament.
Fans joke it's a 'shock' that Premier League refs took so long to disallow Xavi Simons' goal in controversial decision in draw between Netherlands and France at Euro 2024
21/06/24 22:35Fans mocked the decision to deny Xavi Simons the winning goal against France in the Netherlands' Euro 2024 clash on Friday evening after the strike was disallowed for a controversial offside.
Wout Weghorst underlines desire to start for the Netherlands after the former Man United forward's instant impact against Poland
17/06/24 11:45The Burnley player, who was most recently on loan at Hoffenheim, did not publicly challenge Koeman's team selection after the opening game win but he did underline his ambition to start.
Confident and expressive Cody Gakpo impresses in the Dutch set-up... the forward has greater certainty in his role under Ronald Koeman after becoming utility player at Liverpool
17/06/24 11:43When Gakpo signed for Liverpool from PSV Eindhoven in the winter of 2022, Klopp said there had been a need to move quickly before he became a '40-goal player' somewhere else.
Ronald Koeman says the Netherlands needed 'English qualities' to beat Poland after 'upset' target man Wout Weghorst scores winner off the bench
16/06/24 18:07Koeman revealed that the 31-year-old, who didn't score once in the Premier League during half a season at Manchester United last year, had been unhappy when told he was not a guaranteed starter.
Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman disgusts fans as he's caught picking his nose and appearing to eat it during his side's Euro 2024 victory over Poland
16/06/24 15:52Viewers of Holland's victory over Poland on Sunday found themselves grimacing as the cameras cut to Ronaldo Koeman picking his nose and appearing to eat what he found.
Man United fans hail Wout Weghorst's winning goal against Poland at Euro 2024 as the former Old Trafford star earns vital 2-1 win for Netherlands just two minutes after coming off the bench
16/06/24 15:03Manchester United supporters showed their support for former striker Wout Weghorst after the 31-year-old came off the bench to score the winning goal in Holland's 2-1 win over Poland at Euro 2024.
From a World Cup winner, to a Barcelona legend... to someone who played for Sussex County side Southwick FC! The playing careers of the 24 managers at Euro 2024 before they swapped the pitch for the dugout
14/06/24 12:31The cream of Europe's top stars head into the tournament looking to make their mark, but there's plenty that already have among the coaching staff in their playing careers.
Is this the most decorated coaching group of Euro 2024? Croatia's staff include a Champions League winner, Bayern Munich cult hero and ex-Tottenham stalwart with more than 100 top flight games
14/06/24 11:21Several legendary ex-pros will serve as managers, including France's World Cup hero Didier Deschamps and two-time Champions League winner Ronald Koeman.
From a yacht to the Euros! Chelsea star Ian Maatsen abandons his Mykonos holiday with his girlfriend to fly in to play for Holland to solve injury crisis
12/06/24 08:04The 22-year-old was a surprise omission from the Dutch squad after an impressive six months on loan at Borussia Dortmund, which culminated in a Champions League final.
EURO 2024 TEAM GUIDE - The Netherlands: Ronald Koeman is back in the dugout and Virgil van Dijk leading the side - but can they put years of under-achievement behind them to win in Germany... again!?
04/06/24 18:28The Netherlands will return to compete at their 11th European Championship this summer as they bid to improve on their last-16 exit from the tournament three years ago.
Netherlands confirm their 26-man squad for Euro 2024, with Virgil van Dijk and Memphis Depay included... but one Premier League loanee is dropped from Ronald Koeman's squad
29/05/24 14:46Koeman's side fell at the round of 16 three years ago and though they are not one of the favourites to claim the prize, their raft of talented performers mean they have the ability to spring a surprise.
Ian Maatsen yet to decide future as Dortmund push to complete £35m deal... as the Chelsea loanee insists he has 'proved himself on the highest stage' ahead of the Champions League final
29/05/24 11:00Ahead of Saturday's Champions League final at Wembley against Real Madrid , Maatsen was asked if he was interested in moving back to London and revealed that nothing has been decided yet.
Virgil van Dijk reveals conversation with incoming Liverpool boss Arne Slot ahead of Dutch manager's first day in the hotseat
28/05/24 07:37The Reds defender, who has a year remaining on his contract, also stated that while there may be a lot of change at Liverpool following Jurgen Klopp's departure but was 'confident' of success.
Inside England's camp for the Euros and the real reason why WAGs will be kept at a 'secure distance'
22/05/24 11:00EXCLUSIVE BY AADAM PATEL IN GERMANY: Matthias Grafe tells Mail Sport he will never forget the day the England manager came to his resort in this quiet town in the heart of Germany.
Liverpool finally CONFIRM Arne Slot will succeed Jurgen Klopp as their new manager... with the departing Feyenoord boss to officially start work next week on a three-year deal
20/05/24 16:00LEWIS STEELE: Liverpool have confirmed Feyenoord boss Arne Slot will succeed legendary outgoing manager Jurgen Klopp and take over as head coach from the start of next season.
Can Netherlands spring a surprise at Euro 2024? Oranje name provisional squad including three Liverpool stars and Serie A midfielder with 15 goals this season
16/05/24 19:30Ronald Koeman has named three Liverpool stars in is provisional Netherland squad for this summer's European Championships in Germany.
Arne Slot's Feyenoord assistant QUITS Euro 2024 role to speed up Liverpool move... with the Reds closing in on £13m deal to appoint the Dutchman and his coaching staff
14/05/24 17:13While Slot's appointment has not yet been confirmed, it appears the Dutchman is edging closer to succeeding Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool, and could even 'take Klopp's house in Merseyside'.
Arne Slot has been compared to Pep Guardiola, is 'the most attack-minded coach in the Netherlands since Johan Cruyff' and 'holds all the power at Feyenoord'... what Liverpool fans can expect if he replaces Jurgen Klopp
23/04/24 17:40The Feyenoord boss has emerged as a strong contender to succeed Klopp. Slot is a cutting-edge operator with an exciting brand of football, and could prove to be a shrewd appointment.
International bosses meet in Dusseldorf to discuss increasing Euro 2024 squad sizes to 26 - as UEFA get set to make final decision
09/04/24 06:22Discussions over whether UEFA will increase squad sizes for this summer's European Championship in Germany to 26 players took place on Monday afternoon.
UEFA confirm that they WILL consider increasing Euro 2024 squad sizes up to 26 players... after major nations voice support for the proposal ahead of the tournament this summer
28/03/24 17:20SAMI MOKBEL: Proposals to increase squad sizes for Euro 2024 has crucial support from major nations as UEFA confirm they will consider the extension.
Ronald Koeman advises Memphis Depay over his support of Quincy Promes... after the former Dutch star was sentenced to six years in prison for his role in smuggling 1,370kg of cocaine
19/03/24 17:58Dutch national team coach Ronald Koeman has said Memphis Depay's support of Quincy Promes is 'not useful', after the former international was sentenced to six years in prison.
Kees Rijvers, legendary Dutch coach who was named as one of Erik ten Hag's main coaching influences, has died aged 97
04/03/24 18:47Kees Rijvers, the legendary Dutch manager listed by Man United boss Erik ten Hag as a main coaching influence, has died at the age of 97.
Arsenal legend Dennis Bergkamp joins forces with two Premier League icons as they bid to BUY an English football club... and one of the star trio will take the reins as manager if the takeover succeeds
27/02/24 23:49The trio of former players have set their sights in a club in either League One or League Two, according to football agent Rob Jansen.
Everton flop looks unrecognisable from his Premier League-playing days after a hair transplant - as fans claim there is 'hope for us all' following his new look
14/02/24 09:20Klaassen was the Toffees' most expensive arrival in 2017, coming in for a £24million fee from Ajax, but he failed to impress in a disappointing season for the Merseyside club.
Xavi 'is under pressure at Barcelona with NONE of their boardroom chiefs backing him' and sporting director Deco publicly placing the blame for problems with a U-turn on players on his old team-mate
14/12/23 08:38The Catalan giants are struggling to sparkle this season during a bid to retain their LaLiga crown - drifting seven points off league leaders Girona, who they were stunned by in a 4-2 home defeat.
Dennis Bergkamp reveals his 'DREAM' plans to 'buy a League One club' after previously being rejected the chance to invest in Wycombe and Arsenal
09/12/23 16:25Arsenal legend Dennis Bergkamp has outlined his ambitions to invest in a League One club with the future aim of taking them through the divisions and win promotion to the Premier League.
SAMI MOKBEL: Gareth Southgate has nothing to fear from the Euro 2024 draw... England are as ready as they've ever been and this is their tournament to LOSE
01/12/23 11:49SAMI MOKBEL: Group of Death? Who cares. Banana skin? So what? Home nations clash? No problem. Bring. It. On. Because this is England's time, don't let anyone tell you otherwise.
Arsenal's £40m summer signing Jurrien Timber 'is likely to miss Euro 2024' as he recovers from ACL surgery after suffering serious knee injury on his debut
23/11/23 09:37The defender underwent surgery in August on an ACL injury he suffered on his Arsenal debut. It was hoped he's still be able to feature in the latter part of the campaign.
Ajax star Brian Brobbey claims he 'can live with' Ronald Koeman's criticism at his first touch and finishing, as the Netherlands striker admits he has 'a lot of areas for improvement'
08/11/23 16:59The former Barcelona , Everton and Southampton manager's comments came just weeks after he had given the 21-year-old star his international debut during their Euro Qualifiers match against Greece.
Ronald Koeman slams Ajax star Brian Brobbey's first touch and finishing as 'not good' just weeks after handing the youngster his international debut for Holland
08/11/23 09:15Ronald Koeman has criticised Ajax star Brian Brobbey, claiming his first touch and finishing are 'not good' and questioned why his former coaches did not address the issues.
Virgil van Dijk slams ANOTHER pitch as he blasts 'terrible' conditions in Greece despite Netherlands' win - just three days after blaming defeat by France on a 'not so good' surface
17/10/23 10:01The Liverpool captain's heorics came on a nervy night for Ronald Koeman ' side after former Manchester United forward Wout Weghorst missed a spot kick in the first-half.
Ronald Koeman reveals he holds a grudge against Ryan Gravenberch after he snubbed a Netherlands Under-21 call-up last month, as he admits the decision played a part in the Liverpool star's latest omission from the senior side
10/10/23 17:09The 21-year-old midfielder signed for Liverpool at the end of the summer transfer window, and opted to reject joining up with the Netherlands Under-21 squad in September.
Jude Bellingham silenced his small group of critics, Barcelona saved by their youth system and Angel Correa is the world's greatest squad player - 10 THINGS WE LEARNED from LaLiga
02/10/23 23:19PETE JENSON IN SPAIN: Jude Bellingham burst Girona's bubble and Barcelona put a pre-match directors dinner spat behind them to beat Sevilla at the Nou Camp.
Republic of Ireland 1-2 The Netherlands: Wout Weghorst winner piles further pressure on Stephen Kenny as EURO 2024 hopes take another hit
10/09/23 21:03CHRIS WHEELER IN DUBLIN: Weghorst broke Irish hearts with the goal that almost certainly ends their hopes of automatic qualification for Euro 2024 and piles more pressure on manager Kenny.
Netherlands 3-0 Greece: Liverpool star Cody Gakpo strikes as Ronald Koeman's side run riot in Eindhoven, as Man United flop Wout Weghorst also gets on scoresheet in Euro 2024 qualifying win
07/09/23 20:42Marten de Roon set the Oranje on their way after 17 minutes before Liverpool ace Cody Gakpo doubled the hosts' advantage just after the half-hour mark. Wout Weghorst added a third.
Liverpool baffled by Ronald Koeman's outburst at Ryan Gravenberch over Holland snub... and ructions over Match Officials: Mic'd Up show - AHEAD OF THE GAME
07/09/23 20:00MATT HUGHES: Gravenberch declined an under 21 call-up for European Championship qualifiers against Moldova and North Macedonia to focus on settling in
Ryan Gravenberch draws criticism from Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman after REJECTING international call-up to stay with Liverpool: 'We are not happy'
04/09/23 16:00Gravenberch had been named in the Netherlands U21 side for the upcoming international break for their games against Moldova and North Macedonia in Euro U21 qualifying, but rejected the call.
Virgil van Dijk has 'NO leadership skills', claims Ruud Gullit, as the Dutch icon slams the Liverpool defender following Holland's defeats against Croatia and Italy
27/06/23 06:45Dutch legend Ruud Gullit has hit out at Virgil van Dijk for his lack of leadership after the Netherlands slipped to successive defeats against Croatia and Italy in the Nations League.
Gary and Phil Neville both starred at Man United, the Toures won the Premier League title... and it's a close call for the Laudrups and Inzaghis! Mail Sport rates football's best brothers
24/06/23 12:45It was an exciting 24 hours for the Bellingham family, seeing world-class star Jude seal a £113million switch to Real Madrid on the same day younger brother Jobe joined Sunderland for £1.5m.
Frankie de Jong slams packed schedule ahead of the Nations League semi-finals... with the Dutch midfielder claiming UEFA just wants to 'earn more money'
12/06/23 10:35De Jong has criticised the increasingly hectic calendar, with the Barcelona midfielder highlighting UEFA's approval of a new Champions League format from 2024/25.
Man United's 'chances of landing summer target Jeremie Frimpong IMPROVE as Bayer Leverkusen bring in a right-back replacement'... but the Red Devils must fend off interest from BOTH Bayern Munich and Barcelona
07/04/23 13:11Bayer Leverkusen have signed Brazilian international Arthur from America Mineiro in case Frimpong decides to leave the club in the summer as Bayern Munich, Barcelona and Man Utd hold interest.
'Just s***!' Man United's Wout Weghorst blasts his own performance after failing to score from EIGHT shots for Holland against Gibraltar… as the Dutch press slams the team's display despite winning 3-0
28/03/23 12:27The Manchester United striker had a night to forget in Rotterdam, but the rest of his team failed to show a sufficient improvement from Friday's defeat against France at home.
'He makes noise but says nothing... he CREATES chaos': Virgil van Dijk is slammed by Dutch legend Marco van Basten - and Ruud Gullit suggests he's arrogant - as Liverpool's star centre back faces scrutiny in Holland
28/03/23 09:34The Dutch captain had a game to forget in the heart of defence during Ronald Koeman's first game back in charge of the team as Les Bleus ran riot in their Euro 2024 qualifier on Friday.
EURO 2024 QUALIFIERS ROUND-UP: Nathan Ake scores twice but Netherlands can only beat minnows Gibraltar 3-0, while Sweden put five past Azerbaijan and Austria extend their winning streak
27/03/23 21:12Nathan Ake's brace was the difference against Gibraltar as the Netherlands bounced back to winning ways in their Euro 2024 qualifiers after losing to France last time out.
Captain Fantastic! L'Equipe hail Kylian Mbappe in his first game with the France armband, and praise Antoine Griezmann after captaincy snub... but the Netherlands star Memphis Depay is SAVAGED with 2/10 grade for 'uninspired' display during 4-0 defeat
25/03/23 10:35France were awarded an average rating of 6.6 while the famous publication retained its characteristically savage assessment of the visitors' performance with a 2.8 average rating.
'It's difficult to come in when we're struggling': Liverpool's £44m star Cody Gakpo admits their poor form has made it tough to adapt at Anfield... but now he's eyeing his first goal in the Merseyside derby
11/02/23 23:12INTERVIEW BY JOE BERNSTEIN: Cody Gakpo isn't pretending the start to his Liverpool career has been ideal. Six games in, there has been only one win, and no goals.
Cody Gakpo joined Liverpool TOO EARLY, claims Holland boss Ronald Koeman - with the Dutchman yet to score in any of his first six games after £44m January move
08/02/23 11:04The 23-year-old forward's new national team coach said it was good to have young Dutch players moving to bigger leagues, but added that it could also be difficult for them.
Messi's tearful exit, firing and hiring managers amid a financial crisis - and using Kroos' jibes as inspiration: Barca's new Amazon series offers a behind-the-scenes look into two tumultuous years
20/12/22 17:14The five-episode documentary, which will be released on Prime Video on December 28, covers everything from Lionel Messi's tearful exit to the restructuring of the club from the board down.
PETE JENSON: Barcelona's capitulation against Bayern Munich leaves Xavi needing three wins out of three to keep the peace at the Nou Camp... as his struggling side turn their attention to LaLiga after Champions League exit
29/10/22 09:31This week marked one year since Ronald Koeman was sacked and this January it will be three years since Barcelona fired a manager midseason when Ernesto Valverde was let-go.
PETE JENSON: Ex-Barcelona coach Quique Setien reveals he should have WALKED OUT on the club before getting sacked in 2020... and insists the Catalan side 'still owe me money' after agreeing a 'three year payment plan'
28/10/22 13:57The new Villarreal manager has been two years out of the game since Barcelona replaced him with Ronald Koeman. He also touched on problems he encountered managing Leo Messi.
PETE JENSON: Xavi won't be sacked yet but Barcelona's fears he was 'not ready' are growing with the club on the brink of ANOTHER Champions League exit... the tide is turning against the young coach - who still looks raw
14/10/22 21:03PETE JENSON: Joan Laporta said he was reluctant to sack Ronald Koeman because Xavi was 'not ready' - and agaisnt Inter he looked ill-prepared for the challenge.
Miralem Pjanic FINALLY ends his Barcelona nightmare after playing just 30 times in two years with the midfielder joining UAE outfit Sharjah on a free transfer as the LaLiga side hail him for 'always adapting his contract to the needs of the club'
08/09/22 07:33Pjanic joined from Serie A giants Juventus for £51million in the summer of 2020, but barely made it until November before Ronald Koeman had decided that the Bosnian was not in his plans.
Memphis Depay got off to a flying start at Barcelona but Koeman's sacking has left the flagship signing to pay the price with an exit looming... but with a move to Chelsea on the cards, can he right his Man United wrongs back in England?
12/07/22 19:11PETE JENSON IN SPAIN: Elvis has left the building but at least we've still got Memphis. That was how Barcelona supporters felt about the Dutch international at the start of last season.
'The problem was when the president came': Ronald Koeman pins the blame for his Barcelona sacking on Joan Laporta after the Dutchman was sacked last year and swiftly replaced by Xavi
28/06/22 12:02Xavi was a clear preference for Laporta, appointed club president for the second time in March, and Koeman has blamed the 59-year-old for thwarting his career with the Spanish giants.
Real Betis 1-2 Barcelona: Visitors secure their place in next season's Champions League after Jordi Alba hammers home dramatic volley in the final minute of stoppage time... with Ansu Fati also scoring for Xavi's men off the bench
07/05/22 21:29PETE JENSON IN SPAIN: The Barcelona relief was palpable on Saturday night in Seville when Alba's thunderbolt beat Rui Silva to win the game 2-1 in injury time.
'Changing a coach does not guarantee you improve': Ronald Koeman takes aim at Barcelona by pointing out they are almost DOUBLE the distance away from La Liga's summit than when he was sacked... despite urging his former employers to get behind Xavi
28/04/22 14:03Ronald Koeman has taken a subtle swipe at Barcelona by pointing out that they are now further away from the top of La Liga than when he was sacked.
Louis van Gaal says his treatment for aggressive prostate cancer has been successful, as the Holland boss reveals he's had radiation therapy 25 times and admits he's 'been through everything' at premiere of new documentary film about his life
12/04/22 07:28The 70-year-old former Manchester United and Barcelona manager revealed his diagnosis on a Dutch television show earlier this month. Van Gaal is set to lead the side at the World Cup in Qatar.
Ronaldinho believes his former club Barcelona CAN make a comeback and overtake Real Madrid in the LaLiga title race... despite Xavi's side being 15 POINTS behind their Clasico rivals!
10/04/22 12:02After enduring frustration under Ronald Koeman, Barcelona have improved significantly since Ronaldinho's former team-mate Xavi took charge of the team.
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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
End of an era
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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
