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France captain Hugo Lloris, 36, announces his RETIREMENT from international duty... with the Tottenham goalkeeper ending his Les Bleus career after World Cup final heartbreak against Argentina
09/01/23 19:23
France goalkeeper Hugo Lloris (pictured), 36, who won a record 145 caps for his country and captained the side a record 122 times, has retired from international football. The World Cup winner (left) bows out after the heartbreak (right) of losing the World Cup final against Argentina (inset) in Qatar last year. He said: 'There comes a time when you have to know how to hand over the reins. I have always said over and over again that the French team doesn't belong to anyone, and we all have to make sure that's the case, me first. Les Bleus boss Didier Deschamps added: 'A very big servant of the French team bows out and I want to salute his exceptional career.'...read
Benfica boss Roger Schmidt declares Chelsea's pursuit of Enzo Fernandez 'CLOSED' in another blow to Graham Potter after the Blues desperately tried to land the Argentine World Cup-winning wonderkid and were willing to pay £112m
09/01/23 15:30The German manager revealed that the Argentinian World Cup-winning sensation was 'one of our players' after a long, drawn-out pursuit from Graham Potter's Premier League side.
Welcome back, Sergio! Aguero will make a one-off return to action THIS MONTH after being given the all-clear to play in friendly for Ecuadorian side Barcelona SC - with striker ready to 'feel the pitch again' following early retirement due to heart issues
09/01/23 14:59The former Manchester City and Barcelona star broke down in tears as he admitted he was forced to retire with a heart problem in December 2021.
Alexis Mac Allister makes resounding pledge to Brighton fans after scoring twice to take the Seagulls past Middlesbrough in a confident FA Cup victory 20 days after lifting the World Cup with Argentina
08/01/23 22:51DAVID COVERDALE AT THE RIVERSIDE STADIUM: For Brighton fans, what Alexis Mac Allister said on Saturday will have meant as much as what he did.
Chelsea 'offer Benfica £87m plus THREE players' for Argentina's World Cup star Enzo Fernandez 'with out of favour Hakim Ziyech and youngsters David Datro Fofana and Andrey Santos going the other way'
05/01/23 09:11They are reported to be in talks with Benfica over a move for Fernandez, while Andrey Santos, Benoit Badiashile, Joao Felix and Mykhailo Mudryk have all been linked with a move to Stamford Bridge.
REVEALED: Lionel Messi's record-breaking Instagram photo saw him unknowingly lift a FAKE World Cup trophy... as two fans 'spent six months' having mock-up made (and only Angel Di Maria noticed it wasn't real!)
05/01/23 09:05The Argentina star made history when a photo of him with the trophy, after a dramatic penalty shootout win over France, became the most liked image on the photo-sharing app , surpassing 'The Egg'.
'I drank a lot, didn't eat... Leo got angry and he told me "stop!"': Sergio Aguero reveals how his drunk behaviour in Argentina's World Cup celebrations wound up Messi, after downing champagne from the bottle
04/01/23 13:47The former Argentina forward, 34, was prominent in the wild celebrations that followed dramatic penalty shoot-out win over France, having been a part of the team's camp in Qatar.
'He's ready for revenge!': Fans spot Kylian Mbappe's brother Ethan, 16, staring down Lionel Messi during his guard of honour at PSG... which his sibling missed to take a break in New York
04/01/23 13:19The Argentina star finally touched down in France after two weeks off following the penalty shootout final victory in Qatar. As he arrived at training a guard of honour was set up for him
Lionel Messi is cashing in on his World Cup success with Budweiser, Call of Duty and crypto sponsored Instagram posts raking in over £9m... and he could even oust Cristiano Ronaldo at the rich list summit after confirming himself as the GOAT!
04/01/23 12:19Since he lifted the World Cup on December 18, Messi's official Instagram account, which has 414 million followers, has promoted six different brands in paid partnerships.
Coral bookmakers refuses to pay out to furious punter who won nearly £15,000 off a £10 World Cup bet - and offer him £660 instead
03/01/23 14:16Bookmakers have refused to pay out after punter Liam Manifold, 30, from Staffordshire, tried to claim a 'life-changing' £15,000 prize after staking just £10 on a series of World Cup bets.
'I think he is going to be ready': Unai Emery hints at a potential recall for World Cup hero Emiliano Martinez ahead of Aston Villa's clash with Wolves after being benched for their win over Tottenham
03/01/23 13:00Martinez, who helped Argentina win the tournament in Qatar last month , was left out of last Sunday's 2-0 win at Tottenham despite returning to training with Villa two days earlier.
Lionel Messi is 'set to sign a new one-year deal at PSG THIS WEEK' after assuring the French giants that he would extend his stay, despite Inter Miami's desperate attempts to land him
03/01/23 11:11Lionel Messi is set to extend his stay with Paris Saint-Germain and sign a one-year contract extension with the French champions.
Chelsea target Enzo Fernandez 'tells Benfica he doesn't want to play in their game on Friday night' to force through his £112m move, as he begs president Rui Costa to give a transfer the green light
03/01/23 10:22The Blues are understood to have made a £112million offer to the Portuguese club for their World Cup winning midfielder. The current offer is above his £106m buy out clause.
'This club gave me the opportunity to improve my game. I'm really grateful': World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister is back at Brighton after his 'mad' victory in Qatar, as the midfielder insists he is 'focused' on Everton clash
02/01/23 22:30It was a welcome home befitting a world champion. Having landed from Buenos Aires at London Heathrow at 7.30am on Monday, Alexis Mac Allister walked back into Brighton's training ground.
ALVISE CAGNAZZO: Angel di Maria and Leandro Paredes have left a depleted Juventus in the lurch ahead of Serie A's return due to their lengthy World Cup celebrations - the Argentine duo look destined to leave this summer and they won't be missed
02/01/23 21:00ALVISE CAGNAZZO IN ITALY: With neither having set the world alight since joining the club this summer, it was hoped that a successful World Cup might kick both players into gear.
Enzo Fernandez 'increasingly unlikely' to stay at Benfica as Chelsea push for £106m star, with World Cup winner having defied orders not to return to Argentina for New Year
02/01/23 17:04Enzo Fernandez has risked angering Benfica after defying orders not to travel home for New Year, with the star 'increasing unlikely' to remain at the club as Chelsea for his signing.
Alexis Mac Allister is mentally ready to play for Brighton against Everton but a late decision will be made over his fitness, says boss Roberto De Zerbi after his return to training following Argentina's World Cup triumph
02/01/23 14:41The Argentina midfielder returned from celebrations in his homeland after their victory over France in Qatar a fortnight ago to a joyous welcome from staff and team-mates.
'Welcoming back our World Cup winner': Brighton give Alexis Mac Allister a tickertape reception as star lifts replica World Cup on his return to the club after starring for Argentina in Qatar
02/01/23 11:46Brighton have given World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister a tickertape reception on the midfielder's return to the club following his exploits in Qatar with Argentina last month.
Emiliano Martinez 'splashes out £20,000 on a GUARD DOG used by US Navy Seals and the SAS to protect his Argentina World Cup winner's medal at home' after returning to Aston Villa duty following his controversial celebrations
02/01/23 08:59Argentina and Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has sought to protect his World Cup winner's medal by paying £20,000 for a Belgian Malinois guard dog.
'A World Cup winner coming back to the club will mean nothing to the manager': Graeme Souness and Jimmy-Floyd Hasselbaink suggest Unai Emery may not fancy Emiliano Martinez as his No 1 after the Argentine is BENCHED against Spurs
01/01/23 14:51Jimmy-Floyd Hasselbaink has suggested Emiliano Martinez may not be fancied by Aston Villa boss Unai Emery after the goalkeeper was named among the substitutes on his return to the side.
Brighton 'are confident they can hang on to Alexis Mac Allister in January' despite interest from Chelsea, Arsenal, Man United and several European clubs after his World Cup exploits with Argentina
01/01/23 09:34Premier League trio Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester United, plus Juventus and Atletico Madrid, have all been linked with a player whose value skyrocketed in Qatar.
DANNY MURPHY: Emi Martinez will be under the spotlight for all the wrong reasons after his World Cup antics... every single misstep will be pounced upon by the opposition and their fans
01/01/23 08:44Emiliano Martinez's legacy is guaranteed after winning the World Cup but in the short term he's made life tough for himself after his antics in Qatar. He's made himself the sport's pantomime villain.
Mac can add magic: Brighton will be hoping they can be inspired by the achievement of World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister, who has yet to return to the Seagulls after Qatar glory
31/12/22 22:37DAN LUDLAM: Brighton will be hoping World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister's achievements can inspire them with their season in the balance heading into the new year.
Benfica boss Roger Schmidt admits £106m Chelsea target Enzo Fernandez could have played his final game for the club - as reports in Portugal claim Argentine World Cup star 'did not want to play in defeat at Braga'
31/12/22 10:34Chelsea have made 'a substantial offer' for the midfielder but it is understood to be in instalments rather than his £106million release clause outright.
'He finished his career with a Piers Morgan interview and Messi has won the World Cup': Jamie Carragher labels Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr move a 'sad end'... while Gary Neville believes his ex-team-mate would have 'wanted to stay in Europe'
31/12/22 01:17Ronaldo confirmed his move to the for Saudi Arabian side on a sensational £175million-a-year contract following his tumultuous exit from Manchester United in November.
Antonio Conte warns Argentina World Cup hero Emiliano Martinez that the 'difficult situation' starts now in staying at an elite level, as he points to Hugo Lloris as the model of consistency for a decade
31/12/22 00:48The goalkeepers will face off on Sunday when Aston Villa visit Spurs in the Premier League, a fortnight on from their World Cup final battle.
Unai Emery will hold talks with Emiliano Martinez over his state of mind to play against Tottenham, as the Aston Villa boss reveals he will also speak to keeper about celebration antics after World Cup triumph
30/12/22 23:53TOM COLLOMOSSE: Martinez returned to Villa's training ground on Friday for the first time since helping Argentina defeat France in the final in Qatar earlier this month.
Antonio Conte says Tottenham's World Cup winner Cristian Romero is available to face Aston Villa but warns the 'difficult period' starts now as 'expectation' will be high after the defender's role in Argentina's success
30/12/22 14:34Antonio Conte has confirmed that World Cup winning defender Cristian Romero will be back for Tottenham's Premier League fixture with Aston Villa.'He needs to adapt quickly': Unai Emery brings Emiliano Martinez back down to earth by telling him to focus his mind back on Aston Villa after celebrating Argentina's World Cup triumph following his shootout heroics
30/12/22 13:52The Argentina goalkeeper has returned to Villa after lifting the World Cup in Qatar earlier this month. He is due to be available for Villa's trip to Tottenham on New Year's Day.
Manchester United 'risk a club-versus-country row after BLOCKING Alejandro Garnacho from joining up with Javier Mascherano's Argentina Under-20s side for an upcoming South American tournament'
30/12/22 12:56The South American Under-20 championship, starts next month with former Barcelona and Liverpool star Javier Mascherano leading the Argentine team.
Lionel Messi fan who had the player's name tattooed across his forehead following Argentina's World Cup triumph admits he REGRETS it after he was trolled for being 'stupid'
30/12/22 12:04Colombian influencer Mike Jambs inked the word Messi on his forehead, three stars on one of his cheeks for each of the World Cups Argentina has won and D10S on the other.
The party goes on! Lionel Messi is STILL celebrating Argentina's World Cup win as he enjoys a night out with his wife Antonela, mum Celia and dad Jorge - as Angel Di Maria also joins the family before the pair return to their clubs
30/12/22 11:17Lionel Messi has hosted a party in his hometown Rosario as celebrations continue following Argentina's World Cup win in Qatar, with Angel Di Maria among the team-mates in attendance.
Benfica hope to ward off Chelsea interest in Enzo Fernandez by offering a new contract after putting out a statement insisting 'our intention is to keep' the 21-year-old... with Blues keen on Argentina star who has a £106m release clause
29/12/22 20:59SIMON JONES: The club put out a statement in response to reports they were willing to let the 21-year-old go if his release clause was met, saying: 'We insist our intention is to keep Enzo here.'
With Pele's passing aged 82, football has lost 'The King'. For so long he was hailed as the greatest player of all time, but after Messi and Maradona... who REALLY is the best ever? Pele, Maradona, Cruyff, Messi or Ronaldo?
29/12/22 18:59It is a debate that has long raged among football fans, and don't expect it to end, ever. Just who really is the greatest footballer to have played the game? After Pele's death, we have reopened the discussion.
'Angel could teach you how to cry, treat women better and score in finals': Di Maria's WIFE piles into the Adil Rami-Emiliano Martinez World Cup row, attacking Pamela Anderson's ex-France boyfriend
29/12/22 09:10Drama ensued shortly after Martinez's penalty heroics saw Argentina lift the trophy in Qatar, which led France's 2018 World Cup winning-defender Rami to call Martinez 'the biggest s*** in football' .
'I don't waste my energy on such FUTILE things': Kylian Mbappe dismisses Emiliano Martinez's 'baby' goading as 'not my problem' after keeper taunted him in Argentina's World Cup celebrations
29/12/22 08:36Martinez, who was Argentina's hero in the World Cup final penalty shootout win over France, has been goading Mbappe following the Qatar showpiece with dolls and chants about the striker.
The striker that benched Ronaldo, a Frenchman offered to Bayern before his stellar showing, and an American who needs to play... the stars that could use their World Cup displays to earn a transfer
29/12/22 04:07After a World Cup full of exciting moments, heightened drama, and individual brilliance, its time to see which teams are going to take a swing at players who stood out in Qatar.
Kylian Mbappe STARTS for PSG alongside Neymar just 10 days after World Cup final heartbreak with France as PSG take on Strasbourg... but Lionel Messi is still absent as he spends Christmas in Argentina
28/12/22 19:10The Frenchman returns as PSG take on Strasbourg at the Parc des Princes in their first match since the World Cup break with the 24-year-old returning to training 64 hours after the showpiece final .
Lisandro Martinez returns to Man United training just 10 days after Argentina's World Cup triumph... with defender back in contention to start for Erik ten Hag's side in Premier League trip to Wolves
28/12/22 16:41The club confirmed Martinez turned up to United's training ground - Carrington - the day after their 3-0 victory against Nottingham Forest, in their return to Premier League action.
'Being this famous must be HORRIFIC': Fans sympathise with Lionel Messi after crazed supporters SWARM around his car as Argentina's World Cup hero arrives for his niece's birthday party
28/12/22 13:04Footage has emerged of Lionel Messi's car being swamped by adoring fans as Argentina's World Cup winning captain and his family attempted to attend his niece's 15th birthday party in Rosario.
Enjoying yourself, Emi? Martinez continues to soak up his World Cup triumph in Argentina as fellow winners Lisandro Martinez and Cristian Romero return to England... leaving Aston Villa to rely on Robin Olsen while he 'trains in the sunset'
28/12/22 11:46Emiliano Martinez showed no sign of returning to Aston Villa ahead of their clash against Tottenham on Sunday, as he shared pictures of himself enjoying the sunset in Argentina on Instagram.Lisandro Martinez SKIPS Nicolas Tagliafico's wedding to return to Man United following Argentina's World Cup celebrations in Buenos Aires... as his international team-mate parties with the trophy after tying the knot
28/12/22 10:53Lisandro Martinez had been invited to stay on in Argentina for the wedding of close friend Nicolas Tagliafico but returned to England to resume duties with his club earlier this week.
Karim Benzema is on a 'mission' to prove France boss Didier Deschamps wrong for sending him home early from the World Cup - with striker plotting to 'wreak havoc' in front of goal and inspire Real Madrid to glory
28/12/22 10:17Real Madrid superstar Karim Benzema is viewing the remainder of the season as a 'revenge mission', according to reports in Spain. Benzema was not recalled by France for the World Cup final.
'Like father, like daughter': MS Dhoni's daughter Ziva shares her father's love of Lionel Messi as the India cricket legend posts a photo of her wearing an Argentina shirt signed by the World Cup winner
28/12/22 09:00Indian cricket legend MS Dhoni's daughter Ziva has shared their 'common love' of Lionel Messi after posting a photo wearing a signed shirt from Argentina's World Cup winning captain.
Lionel Messi's World Cup hotel room will be turned into a 'small museum' following Argentina's victory in the tournament, with the University of Qatar space set to be opened for public viewing
28/12/22 00:16The hotel room Lionel Messi stayed in during the Qatar World Cup is set to be turned into a museum after Argentina's success in the tournament.
'Kylian Mbappe was disappointed in a classy way and congratulated Lionel Messi': PSG boss Christophe Galtier insists there will be no issues between the stars after World Cup final, despite the Argentine's team-mate Emiliano Martinez taunting the Frenchman
27/12/22 20:07PSG boss Christophe Galtier has said there will be no issues between Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe in the fallout from the World Cup final.
Atletico Madrid and Sevilla 'are both chasing Nicolas Otamendi' in January deal after his role in Argentina's World Cup winning campaign, with the Benfica defender set to be out of contract this summer
27/12/22 18:08Benfica's Nicolas Otamendi could be headed back to La Liga, with both Sevilla and Atletico Madrid interested in the defender.
'Forgive us... it is difficult to see everyone': Lionel Messi sends a public apology to locals in his hometown after being crowned 'Illustrious Citizen' after World Cup triumph... as he tries to enjoy downtime and avoid being swamped by adoring fans
27/12/22 13:29The accolades keep pouring in for Lionel Messi and Argentina's talisman has been the beneficiary of another prize after his World Cup heroics.
'Go cry elsewhere'.... 'Can you teach me?!': Emiliano Martinez's World Cup antics spark a row between Argentina team-mate Angel Di Maria and France 2018 winner Adil Rami over 'the biggest piece of s*** in football'
27/12/22 09:17The Aston Villa stopper was to the fore as Argentina beat France to lift the trophy in Qatar last week, saving Kingsley Coman's penalty in the shoot-out and celebrating raucously.
The Premier League is back TODAY! So we're looking back at Roy Keane's best moments of 2022, from banking woes in Qatar and rants about United to falling out with Souness and ALL of Brazil!
26/12/22 07:48We've seen foul-mouthed tirades about United, arguments with a whole nation following their dance moves, while the wittier side of Keane has been on display at times too.
Cody Gakpo is on Man United's radar, Sofyan Amrabat could be heading to Liverpool... and Alexis Mac Allister has put himself in the shop window! 10 players who look destined for big-money moves after impressing at the Qatar World Cup
25/12/22 13:47Before being dumped out of the World Cup, a number of stars produced scintillating displays and put themselves in the shop window, meaning they could be in line for big-money transfers next year.
'With or without the World Cup, he is the best': Andres Iniesta backs ex-Barcelona team-mate Lionel Messi in the GOAT debate and says he was a 'deserved champion' in Qatar - but claims critics 'will still find an excuse' to doubt him
24/12/22 23:59With the rest of the globe debating whether Messi's achievements cement him as the greatest footballer, his former Barcelona team-mate Andres Iniesta has had his say.
Thank you Papa Lionel!': Argentina release a special Christmas advert showing a young boy finding the World Cup trophy under his tree after Messi's heroics in the final - as they claim 'the most precious gift is already at home'
24/12/22 22:32Since the thrilling final in Qatar took place against France, the national team promptly returned to joyous fans in Buenos Aires to parade the trophy and celebrate.
'When you're sitting with a beer and eating crisps, everything is simple': World Cup final VAR official Tomasz Kwiatkowski bites back at claims Argentina's goal shouldn't have stood - as he insists his team coped well with 'several tight decisions'
24/12/22 17:46Before Kylian Mbappe's late equaliser forced penalties, Lionel Messi's goal had put Argentina 3-2 ahead - but the French press were adamant it should not have stood.
Don't party too hard! Erik ten Hag reminds Lisandro Martinez that Man United's Premier League campaign is about to resume as the defender celebrates Argentina's World Cup triumph in his homeland
24/12/22 11:13Hundreds of thousands of delirious fans mobbed the victorious players when they arrived back in Buenos Aires and celebrations have continued all week.
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez pays tribute to 'exemplary leader' Lionel Messi after inspiring Argentina to World Cup glory calling his international team-mate 'the best footballer in history'
24/12/22 09:18The duo helped the nation become world champions for the third time and the first in 36 years after defeating France in a thrilling final in Qatar via a penalty shootout earlier in December.
Patrick Vieira condemns Emiliano Martinez over his 'STUPID' decision to mock France after the World Cup final - claiming it 'took away a little bit from what Argentina achieved' - as he insists taunting of Kylian Mbappe is 'damaging the game and himself'
24/12/22 06:54Argentina got the better of France in Qatar on Sunday night, with Martinez proving the hero in a dramatic penalty shootout following a pulsating 3-3 draw after normal and extra-time.
Lionel Messi is the star of a mural in Buenos Aires just DAYS after he lifted the World Cup trophy with Argentina, as the talisman continues to be honored for giving his country their first World Cup win since 1986
24/12/22 00:50Lionel Messi is the star of a new mural in Buenos Aires less than a week after he lifted the World Cup with Argentina. The Argentines edged past France to win their first World Cup in 36 years.
Argentina star Angel Di Maria will return to Juventus with a GIANT tattoo of the World Cup trophy on his thigh after his goal kept up his incredible record of scoring in finals for La Albiceleste
23/12/22 20:37Di Maria continued his run of scoring in finals after he bagged the winning goal in the Copa America and netted again in a 3-0 win against Italy in the UEFA Cup of Champions.
Roberto De Zerbi only wants Alexis Mac Allister to return 'when he's ready to play' with the World Cup winner still celebrating... but the Brighton boss admits his side are 'not used to' playing in competitions like the World Cup
23/12/22 19:48Seagulls midfielder Mac Allister was part of the Argentina side that went all the way to last Sunday's final of the tournament in Qatar and triumphed by beating France on penalties.
World Cup final referee Szymon Marciniak hits back at claims that Argentina goal shouldn't have stood... as he shows picture on his phone of 'SEVEN French subs on the pitch' as Mbappe scored
23/12/22 18:17The Polish official, 41, has faced claims from French media that he should have chalked off the goal because 'two emotional substitutes' ran onto the pitch before Lionel Messi's strike crossed the line.
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery says he'll talk to Emiliano Martinez in an attempt to help him 'control his emotions' after the goalkeeper's controversial celebrations and taunting of Kylian Mbappe in the wake of Argentina's World Cup triumph
23/12/22 17:00Martinez made an obscene gesture after being awarded the Golden Glove for the tournament's best keeper, and has continued to bait France star Kylian Mbappe in the days that followed.
Emiliano Martinez is OUT of Aston Villa's Boxing Day fixture against Liverpool as he celebrates Argentina's World Cup win in Buenos Aires... but boss Unai Emery confirms he is due back for Spurs clash on January 1
23/12/22 15:41Villa boss Unai Emery expects to use Robin Olsen in goal for that fixture but is expecting Martinez to return to the club on Thursday, ahead of the clash with Spurs on New Year's Day.
GRAEME SOUNESS: Vulgar CLOWN Emiliano Martinez embarrassed himself and Argentina with his trophy antics... instead of being remembered for his World Cup final shootout saves, it'll be this crude gesture
23/12/22 15:29GRAEME SOUNESS: Do some people really find that sort of thing funny? Martinez embarrassed himself and he embarrassed his country. He looked like a vulgar clown.
Lionel Messi is offered '$1 million' by a member of Oman's parliament to buy the controversial bisht he wore during Argentina's trophy lift after their victory at the Qatar World Cup
23/12/22 14:11A member of Oman's parliament has offered Lionel Messi '$1 million', or £828,000, for the bisht he wore during Argentina's World Cup celebrations.
So what's the beef? How the world's biggest football stars were desperate to be pictured with celebrity chef Salt Bae - years before his attempt to gatecrash Argentina's World Cup win caused uproar
23/12/22 11:08The celebrity-chasing chef has caused controversy in recent days after he went onto the pitch during Argentina's trophy presentation following their World Cup win against France on Sunday.
Petition to REPLAY World Cup final - created by seething France fans - passes 210,000 signatures, with supporters moaning about refereeing decisions for Argentina's first two goals
23/12/22 10:59Over 210,000 French fans have signed an online petition calling for the World Cup final to be replayed, owing to what they see as mistakes by the referee.
Lionel Messi 'was moved to TEARS while listening to radio host', with emotional presenter telling story of long and painful road to Argentina's World Cup glory and being inspired to play on by 'a letter from Enzo Fernandez' when midfielder was 15
23/12/22 10:03Lionel Messi was moved to tears by an audio story documenting his journey to World Cup glory after it was broadcast on Argentinian radio.
'I knew he was going to be nervous, he screwed up everything': Emiliano Martinez MOCKS Aurelien Tchouameni over his World Cup final penalty miss, as the Argentina goalkeeper taunts France again after waving a doll with Kylian Mbappe's face on it
23/12/22 09:10Emiliano Martinez has continued to taunt the French side after Argentina's victory over them in the World Cup final, as he claimed Aurelian Tchouameni 'screwed up everything'.
How's the hangover, lads? Lisandro Martinez looks worse for wear as he poses in sunglasses alongside Cristian Romero and Nahuel Molina the day after Argentina's World Cup triumph... with the trio in no rush to return to club football
23/12/22 09:04The team returned home to a heroes' welcome in the early hours of Tuesday morning, and then went on a victory parade through the streets of Buenos Aires in the afternoon.
France launch an official complaint over Argentina goalkeeper Emi Martinez's taunting of Kylian Mbappe in wake of World Cup final defeat, after he held a DOLL with star's face on it during victory parade and staged a mock minute's silence for him
23/12/22 01:32The 30-year-old carried around a doll with Mbappe's face taped to it during the celebrations in, and even called for a mock moment's silence in the dressing room after the game .
Salt Bae shows off a table at his restaurant 'permanently reserved' for the late Diego Maradona - with a bizarre picture of him and the Argentine great - on social media amid criticism of his World Cup final antics
22/12/22 17:05Turkish celebrity chef Salt Bae, real name Nusret Gokce, showed off a table at his Nusr-Et chain restaurant in Dubai devoted to football legend Diego Maradona, in yet another publicity stunt.
Arsenal 'are pushing to sign France's World Cup star Adrien Rabiot from Juventus in January, with boss Mikel Arteta keen to snap up the midfielder to boost the Gunners' Premier League title push'
22/12/22 16:10The Juventus central midfielder reached the World Cup final with Les Bleus, but Didier Deschamps' men were beaten by Argentina 4-2 on penalties on Sunday in Qatar.
Lionel Messi 'wants to parade Argentina's World Cup trophy around the PSG stadium - but club chiefs are reluctant about the reaction it would provoke' after France star Kylian Mbappe was left devastated by defeat in the final
22/12/22 15:10The superstar forward captained Argentina to global glory on Sunday, scoring twice and again in the penalty shoot-out as the South American side beat France 4-2 on penalties.
'At least he knows my name now!': Wout Weghorst breaks his silence on World Cup clash with Lionel Messi - and insists he only 'wanted to show respect' - after the Argentina star called him an 'idiot' in the tunnel following ill-tempered quarter-final
22/12/22 14:56There were several flashpoints during the clash, with Argentina's players celebrating in the faces of the Dutch after the game, leading to Denzel Dumfries being sent off.
Paulo Dybala reveals 'last minute' advice from Emiliano Martinez changed his mind on where to put his World Cup final penalty - after the Argentina star was urged to 'shoot down the middle' against Hugo Lloris
22/12/22 14:00Dybala - who came on at the end of extra time - put his spot kick down the middle and explained how he changed his mind after some last-minute advice from Martinez.
World Cup final referee Szymon Marciniak reveals Paulo Dybala thanked him 'as if I'd scored the decisive penalty' after Argentina's victory over France... but devastated Kylian Mbappe needed a hug
22/12/22 13:20The Polish official, 41, certainly had his hands full during Sunday's vintage final in Qatar, awarding three penalties and booking eight players before Argentina won in a shoot-out.
Benfica 'reject an £88m offer from an unnamed club for Liverpool target Enzo Fernandez with the Portuguese side holding out for his £105m release clause' after the Argentina star's value soared thanks to World Cup glory
22/12/22 12:08Fernandez played the full match as Argentina beat France 4-2 on penalties in the World Cup final on Sunday, and Benfica are now holding out for a club to pay his £105m release clause.
'The most beautiful thing is my heart is happy': Sergio Aguero hits back at Twitter criticism of his 'shameless' celebrations of Argentina's World Cup win after retired striker wore a blue and white shirt to lift the trophy alongside Lionel Messi
22/12/22 11:40The former Argentina forward, 34, was prominent in the wild celebrations that followed Sunday's dramatic penalty win over France having been a part of the team's camp in Qatar.
French press savage Emiliano Martinez dubbing him the 'most hated Argentine' and a 'born provocateur' after his World Cup final antics and THAT Kylian Mbappe doll
22/12/22 10:04Martinez has not won himself many fans in France following his actions during Argentina's victory, as well as his taunts towards hat-trick hero Kylian Mbappe in the aftermath of the game.
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Alice Campello is involved in awkward photo gaffe after her split from long-term partner Alvaro Morata - as fans spot how she is cutting the Spain captain out of her life
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EXCLUSIVEDouglas Costa reveals the real reason he joined OnlyFans and what content he intends to make - and explains why ex-team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo could join him on the platform
more stars of sport
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Kevin De Bruyne spotted with his wife looking glum after he vowed to 'quit' Belgium - but Man City star refused to answer questions on outburst
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Finland star with a bizarre fish-themed Wayne Rooney tattoo - which he admits isn't very good - set to make his Wembley debut against England
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Kicking it up a notch! Tyson Fury copies Oleksandr Usyk with unconventional training methods as Gypsy King takes part in karate session ahead of Saudi Arabian rematch
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Simone Biles returns to gymnastics practice as Olympics hero gears up for arena tour
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Virgil van Dijk delivers major update on his Liverpool future - with Reds captain into the final year of his contract at Anfield
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Revealed: Lionel Messi receives his LOWEST rating in 16 years for EA Sports FC 25 with Virgil van Dijk, Martin Odegaard and Harry Kane all ranked above all-time great
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Spurs flop Tanguy Ndombele hits out at his critics after he was excluded at Galatasaray for being '6kg overweight and eating a diet of hamburgers'
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Brazilian giants 'reject chance to sign ex-Man United star Anthony Martial over his UNWORKABLE demands', with star still looking for a new club
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YouTube prankster Jarvo releases new footage of pitch invasion that saw him line up alongside England stars for the national anthem
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Netherlands camp is rocked by row between Wout Weghorst and Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber - as Ronald Koeman has to separate the pair
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Cristiano Ronaldo comes off the bench to score 88th-minute winner for Portugal against Scotland as he nets 901st goal of his career
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Harry Kane salutes 'inspirational' Cristiano Ronaldo and insists he has no plans to slow down before becoming the TENTH man to earn 100 England caps
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Erik ten Hag gets back to winning ways one week after Man United's brutal loss to rivals Liverpool... as under-fire boss returns to old club for testimonial
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Klopp describes his return to Dortmund as a 'dream come true' after coaching legends team as former Liverpool boss opens up on his life outside of football
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After anthem furore, admissions of self-doubt and a confident win... this weekend taught Lee Carsley what it REALLY means to manage England
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The 'real reason' Leny Yoro decided to REJECT Real Madrid and join Man United - before being struck by horror injury
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The era of Alexander-Arnold is here: Liverpool star finally has an England manager who will give him the platform for international success, writes SAMI MOKBEL
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Six-time Paralympic champion David Weir retires from Team GB as the 45-year-old admits 'it's an age thing' - but still plans to compete internationally
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Emma Raducanu looks glum as she tries to go under the radar during a stroll in London - two weeks after the British star's tearful US Open exit
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Jack Draper should be proud despite US Open semi-final loss... he showed his true colours but the hard work starts now, writes DAN EVANS
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Lee Carsley awkwardly takes a seat in the wrong dugout in first blunder as England interim manager ahead of Nations League clash with Republic of Ireland
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Declan Rice REFUSES to celebrate scoring England's opener in Dublin after former Republic of Ireland midfielder nets from close range
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The incredible statistic where Aryna Sabalenka has outperformed most men at the US Open - including Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic
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Watch the moment Wayne Rooney rolls back the years with stunning curling free kick against Celtic at Old Trafford in legends game
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Colombian athlete who had his teeth modified to resemble FANGS wins shot put gold in Paris... as he insists that 'Paralympic sport' has to be a show
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Man City midfielder Rodri reveals Diego Simeone taught him to 'play like a B******' and 'make opponents miserable' during his time at Atletico Madrid
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Emma Hayes reveals what she would have done after leaving Chelsea if she was paid like Jurgen Klopp - as she highlights gender discrepancy in game
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Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori suffers FREAK injury while playing for Italy with £42m man forced off against France - handing Arteta a scare
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Charles Leclerc CRASHES his £314,000 Ferrari in Monaco as viral video shows F1 ace driving into another car while cruising around his home nation
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Jack Draper VOMITS on court after battling hard in his second set against world No 1 Jannik Sinner in US Open semi-final
Struggling mid-match
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EXCLUSIVE'It means everything!': How San Marino achieved their 'once-in-a-lifetime joy' of a first competitive win - and why it's just the beginning
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Jack Draper sheds light on unusual pre-match ritual ahead of US Open semi-final against world number one Jannik Sinner
Relying on routine
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Breaking down Cristiano Ronaldo's 900 goals: Six teams, countless records and some iconic strikes along the way
Landmark achievement
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Aston Villa 'DOUBLE price of disabled parking space tickets in latest financial blow to fans' - after supporters' club disputed European ticket prices
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Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher clash in heated Man United manager debate - as former Red Devils man defends Erik ten Hag AGAIN
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'Big up?': Steve McClaren learns Jamaican patois during training session - with less embarrassing results than his Dutch accent
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Emiliano Martinez performs crude World Cup celebration AGAIN - as goalkeeper uses replica Copa America trophy to recreate Golden Glove gesture
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Marc Cucurella reveals a Chelsea team-mate attempted to clear the air between him and Erling Haaland after Spaniard's Euro 2024 chant
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Fans claim Cristiano Ronaldo is the 'best to ever do it' after the Portugal star became first player in football history to score 900 GOALS
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Vince McMahon documentary trailer drops to unveil it WILL address sex trafficking claims among other WWE scandals
Anticipated viewing
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Conor McGregor lays out bizarre Ireland Presidency plans as the UFC star insists he 'is the only logical choice' despite having no political experience
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Heimir Hallgrimsson is the dentist who dumped England out of Euro 2016 with Iceland - now, he's looking for another Three Lions upset as Ireland boss
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Inside Jack Draper's friendship with Jannik Sinner: From doubles partners to emotional text messages as pair prepare for US Open semi-final showdown
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Jack Draper hilariously mocked for bizarre reason at US Open after racing into the semi-finals without dropping a set
Brit wonderkid
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Snooker star punished with never-seen-before foul in Saudi Arabia Masters defeat against Stuart Bingham as he crashes out in decider
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Olympic pole vault champion Armand Duplantis and 400m hurdler Karsten Warholm go head-to-head in a brilliant 100m sprint exhibition
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Paralympic sprinter proposes to his girlfriend following 100m race in Paris, after his first wife was tragically killed in a motorcycle accident
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Victor Osimhen is 25, prolific in Serie A for Napoli and desperate for a Premier League move with Chelsea admirers... so why has he ended up in Turkey?
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Dani Carvajal breaks his silence on the furore around Spain players chanting 'Gibraltar is Spanish' following their Euro 2024 win over England
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Ralf Schumacher's heartbroken ex-wife says she will KEEP his famous surname in spite of him, despite it causing her 'pain' after she 'wasted' years
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Chelsea fans are left in awe as Jadon Sancho trains with Blues for the first time since move from Man United
Forward also seen taking Maresca advice
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Cristiano Ronaldo hilariously imitates iconic Lionel Messi line directed at former Man United star following Argentina's ill-tempered 2022 World Cup win
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Meet the armless Paralympics archer, 17, who went viral after taking the perfect bullseye using just her feet
Incredible dexterity
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Fans joke that Federico Chiesa 'noticed the leaking roof 'at Old Trafford as clip emerges of new Liverpool signing
Taking in the sights
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England squad pictured in good spirits ahead of new boss Lee Carsley's first match against Ireland
Back 49 days after Euros final heartbreak
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Revealed: Spain captain Alvaro Morata's divorce from wife Alice 'was caused by an argument ON THE PITCH after beating England in final'
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Ivan Toney cuts hilariously awkward figure as Al Ahli fans debut new chant for £40m England star after Brentford departure
Latest Saudi signing
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Olympic marathon runner who was set on fire is fighting for her life: Father speaks from hospital to reveal she had split from ex-boyfriend 'attacker'
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Tennis stars' most shocking moments with ball kids including Tim Henman's Wimbledon default and Novak Djokovic putting one on the verge of tears
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Amadou Onana arrives for Belgium duty in shirt reading 'Andre is not even my name mate' following awkward viral moment with reporter
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Napoli exile Victor Osimhen is mobbed by fans as he lands in Turkey to complete loan move to Galatasaray - after talks over switch to Chelsea collapsed
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Luis Suarez fights back tears as he confirms his retirement from international football ahead of final Uruguay match on Friday
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Nick Kyrgios openly offers to coach Coco Gauff amid calls for her to fire Brad Gilbert following US Open defeat
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Ronaldo reveals when he plans to retire from international football as 39-year-old Portugal star hints it 'won't be a difficult decision' when the time comes
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United icon urges Marcus Rashford to LEAVE Old Trafford if he has any hopes of saving his career... as he describes the England star's downfall as 'sad'
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Micah Richards slams Declan Rice's sending off as 'one of the WORST decisions' as he fumes the Arsenal star shouldn't have been punished in Brighton draw
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Arne Slot is shining as Jurgen Klopp's successor at Liverpool, Man United's cracks continue to show, and which surprise package could push for Europe? FIVE THINGS we have learned so far
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Trent Alexander-Arnold taunts Man United fans with mocking gesture after Liverpool's huge 3-0 win at Old Trafford
Happy England star
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Pitch-side microphone reveal former Arsenal man Danny Welbeck's sneaky unseen role in Declan Rice being sent off against Brighton
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Casemiro's wife hits back at critics of the Man United star with defiant Instagram post after her husband was hauled off at half-time in Liverpool defeat
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Luke Littler breaks down in tears as he reveals tragic loss of family friend in emotional post-match interview after devastating defeat
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Chelsea unveil Jadon Sancho at Stamford Bridge moments before Sunday's clash with Crystal Palace... after ex-Man United star seals Old Trafford exit
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Newcastle's Premier League clash against Tottenham DELAYED in the first half as linesman suffers 'random' injury and is replaced
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Sol Bamba's wife, Chloe, delivers heartbreaking statement on her husband's 'unfair fight' after ex-Cardiff and Leeds defender dies aged 39
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Danny Simpson keeps his Premier League medal after the ex-Leicester football star's first Misfits Boxing fight ends in a split draw
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Jamie Carragher left in hysterics at Old Trafford with ex-Liverpool man delighting in Gary Neville's ultimate commentator's curse
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Get your elbows out! McLaren boss Zak Brown reveals the secret recipe Lando Norris must follow if he is to snatch title glory from Max Verstappen
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Mikel Arteta reveals he was 'amazed' Declan Rice was sent off in Arsenal's draw with Brighton - but Fabian Hurzeler insists it was a'clear red'
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Serial prankster waves sex toy in face of Sky reporter on live deadline day coverage, forcing broadcast to halt and journalist to move location
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Unai Emery slams England for sending Morgan Rogers to the 'second team' after he was left out of senior squad and called up to the Under 21s
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Gary Lineker provides update on his Match of the Day future after Jermaine Jenas was sacked by the BBC over inappropriate behaviour allegations
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Southampton announce the £25m signing of Aaron Ramsdale from Arsenal, as the goalkeeper dresses up as Hagrid for his unveiling
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England fans laud Three Lions interim boss Lee Carsley for picking younger stars in his first squad - as they call on the FA to 'give him the permanent job'
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Kieran Trippier retires from England duty just hours before Lee Carsley names his first squad... leaving new interim boss with huge defensive dilemma
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Liverpool sign Federico Chiesa from Juventus in bargain deal worth up to £12.5m after Italy winger turned down more lucrative offers from elsewhere
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Patrice Evra admits he regrets 'crazy' video where he kisses, spanks and bites a RAW CHICKEN... as he explains bizarre social media post
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Arsenal confirm £33m signing of Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad - with the Spain international joining Mikel Arteta's side on a long-term deal
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EXCLUSIVEOasis will NOT play at Man City's Etihad Stadium next summer because of the ground's ongoing expansion
Another venue instead
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Revealed: Sven-Goran Eriksson's ultimate world XI which contains Kasper Schmeichel and a Ballon d'Or winner out of position
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Liverpool unveil third kit for the 2024-25 season - with Reds set to wear the strip for the first time at Old Trafford in huge clash with rivals Man United
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Lando Norris 'SPLITS from model girlfriend' Margarida Corceiro with the British F1 superstar now 'free and single' as he chases world title
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Sven-Goran Eriksson hailed as 'the master of football' and a 'gentleman' by the European papers - as they pay tribute to the former England boss
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'Private jet scheduled for Jadon Sancho to fly to Italy amid Juventus interest' but Serie A side only want a loan move for the Manchester United winger
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England legends Gary Lineker and Gary Neville lead tributes to former Three Lions manager Sven-Goran Eriksson following his death aged 76 after cancer battle
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Former Chelsea star John Obi Mikel responds after Blues striker Nicolas Jackson hit back at him for criticism following his goal against Wolves
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Premier League Darts champion Luke Littler is beaten by eight-year-old prodigy plucked from the crowd at an exhibition event
Noah shone bright
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Liverpool fans fear Trent Alexander-Arnold has ALREADY fallen out with Arne Slot - as defender seems to sulk after being subbed amid links to Real Madrid
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Raging fans shout 'F*** OFF' at Everton players as they board their train home after dismal 4-0 defeat at Tottenham... as Neal Maupay hits back
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Noni Madueke has the last laugh with Wolves fans after being booed following his 'Everything about this place is S***' social media post
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Alan Shearer slams 'awful decision' as VAR rule out stoppage time Bournemouth winner against Newcastle after controversial Dango Outtara handball
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Fans baffled as Floyd Mayweather seems to fire referee mid-fight in John Gotti III rematch
Mayweather had the referee ejected after the second round
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Paddy Power pay out on Everton to be RELEGATED just two games into the Premier League season - after Sean Dyche's side lose heavily again
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Chelsea winger Noni Madueke calls Wolverhampton 's***' on official Instagram page, before deleting and admitting he meant to post on private account
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Fans call West Ham's Tomas Soucek a 'hero' for intervening to help a Crystal Palace ball boy in danger after an LED screen collapses at Selhurst Park
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Logan Sargeant survives HORROR crash at Dutch Grand Prix as Williams driver is forced to jump out of his burning car after it burst into flames
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Munching on together! Leeds fan hilariously struggles to salvage his pie during wild celebrations for Dan James' second goal
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EXCLUSIVEShelton, 21, has the fastest serve in HISTORY and will be the face of American tennis for a decade
But he dreamed of a very different career
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Rodgers' bitter family feud takes huge new twist with New York Jets crowd revelation
It was revealed previously that they hadn't spoken for 10 years
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Gary Neville blasts Chelsea's 'ugly and plain wrong' approach of throwing players on the scrapheap as he insists the owners look TERRIBLE, not tough
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Jermaine Jenas admits sending inappropriate texts to women at BBC and says he has 'let myself down' as reveals his marriage is on the rocks
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Utah Jazz rookie Filipowski's mom opens up about estranged son, 20, and relationship with the 27-year-old woman accused of grooming him
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Backlash as artwork immortalizing Australian break dancer Raygun appears in the California desert
'She doesn't deserve recognition'
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Jake Paul reveals fight purse ahead of Tyson bout... but fans don't believe he's telling the truth over astronomical earnings
Quite the cash claim
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Atletico Madrid fans vandalise Joao Felix's plaque with litter at Metropolitano Stadium following the club-record signing's cut-price move to Chelsea
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Ilkay Gundogan lands in Manchester and meets Pep Guardiola at the City boss's restaurant as veteran club legend gets set to rejoin in free transfer
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Atletico Madrid CONFIRM £34m signing of Conor Gallagher from Chelsea - with a bizarre 'pitbull' graphic - as Joao Felix heads the other way for £42.7m
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Revealed: The bizarre reason new Chelsea signing Tosin Adarabioyo was initially left OUT of Blues' Europa Conference League squad
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Sven-Goran Eriksson gives poignant goodbye message as the terminally ill ex-England boss reveals how he wants Three Lions fans to remember him
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Conor Gallagher lands in Madrid for a second time this month as he finally looks to complete £35.8m move to Atletico with transfer saga nearing an end
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Boxing icon Oscar De La Hoya posts bizarre 'sexual boogie' video, wearing a thong with his girlfriend, before it is REMOVED by Instagram after complaints
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'Still time to delete it': Joao Felix and Lamine Yamal troll Barcelona and Spain star after he goes public online with his new model influencer girlfriend
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First transgender Paralympian, 50, breaks silence on criticism of her competing at Paris 2024 - and claims she will be a 'role model' at the Games
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Ralf Schumacher's ex-mother-in-law, 70, wades into 'lying' row with his ex-wife and says former F1 driver told her 'I'm definitely NOT gay'
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Jamie Carragher spots tactic he's 'never seen before' while analysing Arne Slot's new-look Liverpool... and it leaves co-pundit Gary Neville baffled
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Ex-Man United starlet Angel Gomes breaks silence after horror collision in Lille match saw him hospitalised with serious head injury
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EXCLUSIVEHow Erling Haaland got deadlier than ever by DJing in Marbella, feasting on potato dumplings and zoning out on a superyacht
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Ralf Schumacher calls his ex-wife a LIAR and leaks her WhatsApp chats after she claimed she 'wasted her best years' on Michael's former F1 star brother
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Never change, Jamie Vardy! Leicester striker trolls Tottenham fans for the club's lack of a Premier League title - before an X-rated spat with Cristian Romero
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Leicester pay heartwarming tribute to Craig Shakespeare ahead of Premier League return following former manager's death aged 60
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Meet the new WAGs of the Premier League: A Dutch model already welcomed by Old Trafford and a Beauty Pageant queen winner in Brighton
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Erling Haaland makes Marc Cucurella eat his words as the Man City star brushes off the Euro 2024 winner to score against Chelsea in Premier League
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Pep Guardiola reveals why he was surprised after Man City won 2-0 at Chelsea - as he describes the result as a 'big step' for his team
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Aussie UFC 305 star Casey O'Neill impersonates Olympic breakdancer Raygun as she wins fight in the Octagon before showing off her moves
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Mikel Arteta's patience is paying off after Kai Havertz and David Raya played pivotal roles for Arsenal in season-opening win over Wolves
