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Revealed: Why it took VAR almost TWO HOURS to disallow Argentina's last-gasp equaliser in 2-1 defeat by Morocco in fiery Olympics clash
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25/07/24 07:21
Morocco set the Paris Olympics football competition alight with their dramatic win over the much-fancied Argentina on Wednesday in a game absolutely brimming with controversy. The Atlas Lions came out 2-1 winners from the match, which saw the Argentinian anthem booed ahead of kick-off, flares, cups and bottles thrown at Albiceleste players and a near two-hour delay. The Olympics, held in the French capital, comes just over a week after Enzo Fernandez caused controversy after filming himself and some of his team-mates singing an allegedly racist song targeting the France football team. ...read
Argentina 2-2 Morocco - Olympic football RECAP: Live score, team news and updates as Cristian Medina scores 106TH-MINUTE equaliser to complete comeback for South Americans
24/07/24 12:00Re-live Mail Sport's live blog for the latest score, team news and updates as Argentina took on Morocco on the opening day of the Olympic football tournament.Goalkeeper makes INCREDIBLE howler in 11-0 U17 Women's World Cup qualifying thrashing... as fans ask 'what on earth was the keeper doing?'
08/02/24 13:37While Niger had initially held out for 18 minutes, the Moroccans broke the floodgates before then putting a further 10 goals past the side that has never reached the tournament proper.Morocco boss Walid Regragui involved in heated exchange with DR Congo's Chancel Mbemba... sparking full-time fracas after ill-tempered draw at AFCON
21/01/24 19:44The mass melee was sparked by a heated exchange between Morocco boss Walid Regragui and DR Congo defender Chancel Mbemba.Tanzania coach SACKED just one game into AFCON after picking up an eight-match touchline ban for a furious rant accusing Morocco of influencing referee appointments
20/01/24 13:03Tanzania have sacked their manager one game into the African Cup of Nations after he picked up an eight-match touchline ban for accusing Morocco of influencing referee appointments.AFRICA CUP OF NATIONS GUIDE: Sadio Mane and defending champions Senegal are in the 'Group of Death,' Mo Salah is desperate to fill glaring hole in his CV with Egypt and Victor Osimhen leads Nigeria's charge
12/01/24 13:00The Africa Cup of Nations is edging ever closer with hosts Ivory Coast kicking off the tournament on Saturday against Guinea Bissau. Mail Sport previews each group in the competition.Man United star Sofyan Amrabat gets Morocco call-up for Africa Cup of Nations.... but Hannibal Mejbri is left out by Tunisia as a January loan away from Old Trafford looms for youngster
28/12/23 13:07Andre Onana was perhaps the most high-profile inclusion of the lot, with the under-fire Cameroonian star named in Rigobert Song's final list despite tensions with the country's federation.Man United's 'first-choice striker target Serhou Guirassy snubs the Red Devils for a Premier League rival'... leaving Erik ten Hag 'to turn to Sevilla forward Youssef En-Nesyri'
23/12/23 00:42Manchester United have reportedly turned their attention to Moroccan striker Youssef En-Nesyri, as their first-choice target Serhou Guirassy is set on a move elsewhere in the winter window.Controversial former Spain manager Jorge Vilda returns to football... as the World Cup-winning coach takes over the Morocco Women's team after being sacked by his country amid the Luis Rubiales kiss-gate scandal
13/10/23 07:36Vilda - who was closely linked to the disgraced former Spanish FA president Luis Rubiales - was dismissed by his country after they won the World Cup following a number of controversies.Sofyan Amrabat has been made to wait at Man United - first for a move and then for his debut - but the Moroccan World Cup hero is already showing signs he can play a crucial role for Erik ten Hag's side
27/09/23 12:00CHRIS WHEELER: United's interest remained but the club had to shift players out before making their move for Amrabat after exhausting a tight budget with after spending £180million.Hakim Ziyech, Sofyan Amrabat and Europe's elite amongst those to send prayers and messages of support to victims after 1,037 dead and 1,200 injured in Morocco's biggest earthquake in 120 years
09/09/23 15:45Real Madrid and PSG have joined Morocco internationals Sofyan Amrabat and Hakim Ziyech in sending messages of support to the victims of the Morocco earthquake.Manchester United new boy Sofyan Amrabat withdraws from Morocco duty due to INJURY as Erik ten Hag is faced with another headache after difficult start to the season
08/09/23 06:07The Moroccan midfielder joined United on an initial season-long loan on deadline day from Fiorentina, with the Red Devils paying the Italian side an £8million loan fee.Manchester United target Sofyan Amrabat is training ALONE at Fiorentina as he awaits a move... but they need to sell players first, even after Liverpool pulled out
24/08/23 05:14Amrabat has been excluded from Fiorentina's 24-man squad for Thursday's Europa Conference League play-off, first leg fixture away to Rapid Vienna.Al-Hilal confirm signing of Moroccan goalkeeper Bono from Sevilla for £17.9m, with the World Cup hero playing his last game for Spanish club in Super Cup defeat by Man City
17/08/23 21:46Al-Hilal have confirmed the signing of Moroccan goalkeeper Bono from LaLiga side Sevilla on a three-year deal.BBC are blasted over Jonathan Pearce gaffe after the football commentator mumbled during the French national anthem at the Women's World Cup and asked: 'Was I on air there?'
08/08/23 15:51Viewers have criticised BBC football commentator Jonathan Pearce after the broadcaster was heard speaking in the background as the French national anthem played at the Women's World Cup.France set up World Cup quarter-final clash with hosts Australia after four-goal rout of Morocco with Eugenie Le Sommer at the double
08/08/23 12:53France had the contest settled by the midway point of the first-half as they eased into a 3-0 lead and were able to lift their foot off the accelerator after the break.Meet Nouhaila Benzina: The hijab-wearing footballer making World Cup history! After lengthy FIFA ban and controversy, Morocco star has become the FIRST player to wear the Islamic headscarf at the women's tournament
30/07/23 15:15When she stepped out onto the pitch for Morocco's second fixture at the Women's World Cup, she became the very first player to wear a hijab at the tournament.Nouhaila Benzina makes history as she becomes the first ever player to wear a hijab at a World Cup in Morocco's win over South Korea
30/07/23 07:15Morocco claimed their first ever victory at the Women's World Cup with a win over South Korea in Group H making history by becoming the first team to wear a hijab at a World Cup.BBC forced to apologise for 'inappropriate' question at Women's World Cup to Morocco's captain after reporter asks what life was like for her 'gay players' in strict anti-LGBT country
25/07/23 00:17A FIFA representative shut down the question, assessing that asking if any Morocco players were gay could have 'endangered' them.WORLD CUP NOTEBOOK: FIFA shut down Morocco's press conference, players wear neck collars to prevent concussion... and a sinkhole swallows up a piece of Auckland
24/07/23 16:48KATHRYN BATTE: Cristianoa Girelli scored an 87th-minute header to give the Italians a dramatic 1-0 victory over Argentina, to go level with Sweden on three points at the top of Group G.Shocking question at Women's World Cup press conference 'endangered players' after reporter asked Morocco captain whether there were any gay players playing for a country where homosexuality is illegal
24/07/23 05:37A FIFA representative has shut down a shocking question at a Women's World Cup press conference that 'endangered' Moroccan players by asking whether or not any were gay.Women's World Cup 2023 wallchart: Download and print off your guide to make sure you don't miss a SINGLE match
18/07/23 14:53With all the fixtures, kick-off times (UK time) and dates, this is your essential at-a-glance guide to the impending festival of football ahead of the big kick-off on Thursday, July 20.Man United target Sofyan Amrabat led Morocco to the World Cup semi-finals, duelled with Declan Rice in a European final and is available for just £30m - but how would he fit in at Old Trafford?
11/07/23 19:00With a blistering sprint and full-blooded slide tackle, Sofyan Amrabat launched himself into the footballing public's consciousness and cemented himself as the breakout star of the Qatar World Cup.Manchester United rekindle their interest in Qatar World Cup star... who is now available for just £30m
04/07/23 20:51United have agreed the £55m signing of Mason Mount from Chelsea and their next priority is to sign a striker, then a keeper. United's budget is restricted while their takeover is incomplete.Manchester United and Arsenal target Sofyan Amrabat claims 'it would be nice to play in the Premier League' as he fuels speculation over a move by claiming English football 'could suit him'
07/06/23 06:46In January, Amrabat was touted for a move to Chelsea and Liverpool and more recently, he has been linked with Manchester United, Barcelona and even Arsenal.Fiorentina star Luca Ranieri 'fakes an injury' to allow his Muslim team-mate Sofyan Amrabat to break his Ramadan fast during clash with Inter Milan - as he goes to ground with no-one near him to force a stoppage in play
04/04/23 08:13The Moroccan World Cup hero was seen kneeling by the sideline eating a banana and drinking water in the second minute of stoppage time with his side 1-0 up, after Ranieri went down.Belgian top-flight player Sofian Kiyine 'avoids serious injury' after crashing through wall of a SPORTS HALL just yards away from where children were playing... as coach says they were 'lucky' and said it sounded like a 'gas explosion'
01/04/23 11:46Moroccan footballer Sofian Kiyine has reportedly avoided serious injury after a horrific car crash that sent him through the wall of a sports hall in Belgium.Belgian top-flight footballer Sofian Kiyine is rushed to hospital after crashing through wall of a SPORTS HALL, where stunned kids were playing just yards away, when he lost control and hit a roundabout at speed
31/03/23 07:56Children were just yards away in the sports hall at the time of the crash and were left shocked as the vehicle plunged through the wall, but thankfully no one else was hurt.Morocco 2-1 Brazil: World Cup's shock specialists maintain their form from Qatar as Sofiane Boufal and Abdelhamid Sabiri ruin Casemiro's first match as Selecao captain - despite the Man United star scoring
26/03/23 00:56Abdelhamid Sabiri struck the winner in the 79th minute as Morocco showed that becoming the first Arab or African nation to reach the World Cup semi-finals last year was no fluke.PSG star Achraf Hakimi's lawyer insists the allegation he raped a woman at his home is 'false'... with the Moroccan 'making himself available to authorities' as French prosecutors investigate
01/03/23 12:06A 24-year-old woman has accused Paris Saint-Germain's Moroccan international Achraf Hakimi, 24, of raping her at his home in a Paris suburb on February 25.Marseille 'look to have beaten Leeds, Leicester and Napoli to sign Morocco World Cup star Azzedine Ounahi'... with the Angers midfielder set to stay in France in a €10m move
27/01/23 19:44Marseille look to have signed Morocco midfielder Azzedine Ounahi, despite interest from clubs in the Premier League and Serie A. The Angers midfielder, 22, was a target for Leeds United and Leicester City.Leicester are keen on signing Leeds' £35m winger Jack Harrison, whose contract expires in 18 months... with boss Jesse Marsch considering a sale as they chase midfielders McKennie and Ounahi
24/01/23 12:57The 26-year-old has been the subject of offers from the likes of Newcastle United in recent months and Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers is also an admirer of the former England U21 international.Fiorentina insist £30m Leicester target Nico Gonzalez is NOT for sale - and the Italian side are also keen to hold on to Morocco World Cup star Sofyan Amrabat
16/01/23 07:32Sportsmail reported on Friday that the Foxes were stepping up their move to sign the £30million-rated Argentine, but the Italian side have rebuffed their approach and now look set to keep the 24-year-old.Long-term West Ham target Youssef En-Nesyri wants to remain in Spain despite loan offer tabled for Sevilla star - as under-fire boss David Moyes also looks set to be priced out of move for Lorient's Terem Moffi in January
10/01/23 01:02The Moroccan is a long-term target for David Moyes, who wants to increase competition among his forwards, but 25-year-old En-Nesyri has indicated he is not yet ready to leave Spain.West Ham want Morocco star Youssef En-Nesyri on initial loan with a £25m obligation to buy but Sevilla are holding out for up to £35m - as under-fire boss David Moyes looks to reinforce his struggling attack in January window
09/01/23 12:58David Moyes' side are looking to bring En-Nesyri to east London, after Sportsmail reported interest last month, on a loan deal with an option to make is stay permanent for around £20-25million.Bayern Munich star Noussair Mazraoui told not to play after doctors detected a heart inflammation caused after he contracted Covid during Morocco's World Cup campaign... with the defender 'set for up to eight weeks out'
06/01/23 14:06The Bundesliga club said Mazraoui missed Morocco's quarter-final win over Portugal at the World Cup because of Covid, though the full-back did play against France in the semi-final.EXCLUSIVE: Kylian Mbappe and his PSG teammate Achraf Hakimi pay a visit to American Dream mall in New Jersey during trip to the USA... and France superstar is pictured alongside a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle!
06/01/23 01:23EXCLUSIVE PICTURES: Soccer superstars Kylian Mbappe and Achraf Hakimi continued their New York break as they enjoyed the delights the American Dream has to offer.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.Leicester are leading the race to sign Morocco World Cup star Azzedine Ounahi from French club Angers, with Brendan Rodgers's side seeking a possible replacement for Youri Tielemans
31/12/22 23:41Leicester are leading the race to sign Morocco World Cup star Azzedine Ounahi from French club Angers. The midfielder starred as the African country reached the semi-finals in Qatar.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.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.Morocco boss Walid Regragui warns Fiorentina they could lose star man Sofyan Amrabat amid interest from Liverpool and Tottenham - and insists Atlas Lions who starred in Qatar 'must play for world's top 10 clubs'
23/12/22 17:49Amrabat was one of Morocco's best players in Qatar and already has Premier League clubs scrambling - with Liverpool and Tottenham believed to be interested.Destiny fulfilled for Messi, Ronaldo's reputation in tatters, Mbappe doing everything but win and agony for England and Brazil: Against a backdrop of death and discrimination, the most evocative images from the Qatar 2022 World Cup
21/12/22 22:00It was a truly extraordinary World Cup both on and off the field that culminated in Lionel Messi and Argentina's fairytale victory over France in a classic final.Morocco stun the world, Lionel Messi and Antoine Griezmann excel, while Cristiano Ronaldo's reputation takes a massive hit and Budweiser have a nightmare tournament... Sportsmail's WINNERS and LOSERS from the 2022 Qatar World Cup
21/12/22 22:00For the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Mexico and Budweiser, it has been a tournament to forget. Here Sportsmail takes a look at the winners and losers to come out of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.Leicester are interested in '£39m-man Azzedine Ounahi' after helping Morocco become the first African side to reach the World Cup semi-finals... with the Foxes also looking at a loan for Atalanta's Jeremie Boga despite tight budget
21/12/22 17:33The midfielder played every game for his country in Qatar, and has drawn the eye of numerous clubs including the Foxes, prompting current side Angers to increase their asking price.Morocco's stars receive heroes' welcome in Rabat after remarkable fourth place finish at the World Cup, with Walid Regragui's side receiving royal honours from the King
21/12/22 01:11Morocco's World Cup stars were greeted by thousands of fans on their return to Rabat, with an open top bus parade held for Walid Regragui's side after their fourth place finish in Qatar.Argentina gave Lionel Messi the prize he craved and Morocco created history... while France fell agonisingly short and England were left to rue what might have been: World Cup report card for the 16 teams to make the knockout stages
20/12/22 21:00In an unpredictable tournament from start to finish, England and Brazil both eased into the knockout stages, but then fell at the quarter-finals, while Morocco and Croatia made the semi-finals.Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe lead the line with FIFTEEN goals, Dominik Livakovic takes the gloves after knocking out Brazil, while England's conqueror Antoine Griezmann stars in midfield... but who else features in our World Cup team of the tournament?
19/12/22 19:00With 832 players included in their nation's squads for the tournament, 11 excelled themselves, with Lionel Messi stealing the spotlight with his seven goals and three assists in the tournament.REVEALED: Argentina will rise only to SECOND in new FIFA rankings despite winning the World Cup, with Morocco shooting up 11 places following their fairytale run as Germany fall below USA... while England will remain fifth
19/12/22 16:13Lionel Messi inspired his side to an historic triumph in Qatar, beating France on penalties to claim their first World Cup win since 1986 - yet Argentina are still behind Brazil in FIFA's rankings.Giant-killers Morocco and two other teams DOMINATE L'Equipe's team of the World Cup... but who is the ONLY England player selected in the French newspaper's top-rated XI?
19/12/22 08:58The inclusions of Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe come as little surprise following their outstanding displays in Sunday's classic final between Argentina and France.FIFA 'are trying to cover up footage of Achraf Hakimi CONFRONTING Gianni Infantino' after Saturday's World Cup third-place play-off, with the Morocco defender 'frustrated with Qatari referee Abdulrahman Al-Jassim's performance in the game'
18/12/22 10:48Hakimi's Morocco side lost the game 2-1 to Croatia and tensions boiled over at full time with the African side frustrated with some of the decisions from Qatari referee Abdulrahman Al-Jassim.JESSE LINGARD: After an astonishing career, it would be fitting to see Lionel Messi lift the World Cup with Argentina... he is a genius and operates on a different level to other players!
17/12/22 22:32JESSE LINGARD: When you're on a pitch with Lionel Messi, if he turns it on, he's not even human. He's a joke, his football IQ is off-the-scale silly.Walid Regragui says Morocco have proved they can go 'toe-to-toe' with the best after remarkable fourth-place finish at the World Cup... as he insists his team's success 'should inspire other African countries'
17/12/22 20:17The Moroccan coach Walid Regragui was full of praise for his players, whom he said 'gave everything' but just came up short against Croatia to finish fourth.PLAYER RATINGS: Luka Modric pulled the strings in midfield in his final World Cup appearance, and Mislav Orsic produced a moment of magic to lead Croatia to victory over Morocco in the third-place play-off
17/12/22 19:01GERRY COX: Achraf Dari cancelled out Josko Gvardiol's opener, as both sides founds the target within nine minutes. It was left to Mislav Orsic to provide the decisive moment.'Celebrating like they won the bloody tournament!' Croatia are branded 'EMBARRASSING' by fans for their wild reaction to finishing third at the World Cup, after the country's entire bench sprinted onto the pitch to celebrate win over Morocco
17/12/22 18:09Celebrations followed after the win over Morocco, with the Croatia players and staff sprinting onto the pitch in delight before being presented with bronze medals.Morocco goalkeeper Bono comes INCHES away from scoring a disastrous own-goal in their World Cup third-place playoff as he mishits a pass out from the back and almost gifts Croatia an early goal
17/12/22 17:50The 31-year-old 'keeper was attempting to play out from the back when he got a left-footed pass all wrong and saw the ball veering towards his own net.'He's absolutely insane!': Mislav Orsic sends fans into a frenzy after scoring a 'goal of the tournament contender' in Croatia's World Cup third-place play-off match against Morocco
17/12/22 16:55Fans have hailed Mislav Orsic's deft lob as one of the goals of the tournament in Croatia's third place play-off clash against Morocco.Croatia and Morocco collide to decide who will finish third place in the World Cup in Qatar... but what time is kick-off? What TV channel is it on? What is their head-to-head record? And what is the team news?
17/12/22 11:43Both nations would have loved to have taken part in Sunday's final, but after defeats to Argentina and France respectively, they will take part in the match that no fan wants to see their countries take part in.Croatia 2-1 Morocco: Mislav Orsic's first-half beauty is enough to seal third place at the World Cup for the Croats as the Atlas Lions fall to another defeat after their heroic giant-killings in Qatar
17/12/22 11:01OLIVER HOLT AT THE KHALIFA INTERNATIONAL STADIUM: Morocco have been defying expectations throughout this tournament and they did it again here.WORLD CUP RECAP: All the latest news and updates ahead of epic final between Argentina and France... as Croatia beat Morocco 2-1 to clinch third place in Qatar
17/12/22 08:22Follow Sportsmail's live blog for all the latest World Cup news and updates, as Croatia beat Morocco 2-1 to clinch third place in Qatar...while we build up to Sunday's final between Argentina and France.Three Premier League clubs are interested in £20m-rated Ounahi, Gakpo has emerged as United's No 1 target and Chelsea remain keen on Gvardiol: 10 World Cup stars on January shopping lists
15/12/22 22:06SIMON JONES: Qatar has provided a stage for underdogs and emerging young stars to captivate the world, with Azzedine Ounahi in particular catching the eye of several Premier League clubs.Jose Mourinho refuses to respond to questions over Portugal job as speculation grows he may replace sacked Fernando Santos... with Maniche backing the former Chelsea and Man United boss to take over
15/12/22 19:57Fernando Santos was sacked on Thursday after his side's shock World Cup quarter-final exit against Morocco. Mourinho was bombarded with questions on replacing him but did not respond.Tottenham 'are preparing to outbid Liverpool and Atletico Madrid to sign Moroccan World Cup hero Sofyan Amrabat'… with Antonio Conte's side willing to 'pay upwards of £50m' for the Fiorentina midfielder
15/12/22 17:25The 26-year-old was a constant throughout the Atlas Lions inspirational World Cup campaign, featuring in every minute of their six matches, to reach the semi-finals of the tournament.Portugal SACK Fernando Santos after shock World Cup quarter-final exit against Morocco after dropping Cristiano Ronaldo for younger stars... with Paulo Fonseca tipped to replace the Euro 2016 and Nations League winner
15/12/22 16:55Portugal have sacked Fernando Santos as their national team coach. The 68-year-old manager led Portugal to the World Cup quarter-finals before suffering a shock 1-0 defeat by Morocco.Morocco take on Croatia to decide who will finish third place in the World Cup in Qatar... but what time is kick-off? What TV channel is it on? What is their head-to-head record? And what is the team news?
15/12/22 16:01Croatia will take on Morocco in the third place play-off at the World Cup on Saturday. With the match approaching, we takes you through all you need to know.Morocco launch an official complaint to FIFA about World Cup referee Cesar Ramos after their 2-0 defeat by France... as they claim he denied them 'two obvious penalties' in semi-final exit
15/12/22 15:00The Atlas Lions went down 2-0 to Didier Deschamps's side to end an historic run at the tournament, with Morocco becoming the first-ever African side to reach the final four of a World Cup.Sevilla 'place £26m price tag on goalkeeper Yassine Bounou' following his heroic performances at the World Cup for semi-finalists Morocco - as Bayern Munich and Aston Villa lead race to sign the Atlas Lions star
15/12/22 14:51It come after the Spanish side tied down Yassine Bounou on a long-term deal until 2025 last season in order to ward off interest from Manchester United.Antoine Griezmann grabs the speakers, Olivier Giroud strips off to slide around... and old friends are reunited: Inside France's jubilant dressing room celebrations after reaching another World Cup final
15/12/22 10:15Les Bleus booked their place in the World Cup final against Argentina on Sunday with a 2-0 win over Morocco - thanks to goals from Theo Hernandez and Randal Kolo Muani.Sofyan Amrabat reveals he begged Olivier Giroud to stop 'following me everywhere' during Morocco's semi-final defeat... but the French star told him he had been instructed to man-mark him for the whole game!
15/12/22 09:36Amrabat revealed he asked the AC Milan striker to 'Just stop!' following him, as the Moroccan explained that the French side resorted to man-marking in order to restrict the Atlas Lions in the tie.WORLD CUP RECAP: All the latest news as France are hit by more virus doubts ahead of Sunday's final with Argentina... while Gareth Southgate will be asked to make a quick decision over his England future
15/12/22 08:32Follow Sportsmail's live blog for all the latest news and updates on the day after France's victory over Morocco which sealed their place in the final against Argentina.'I don't have the words to describe it': Randal Kolo Muani says 'it still hasn't sunk in' after he scored the third quickest goal by a substitute in World Cup history just 44 seconds after coming on in France's 2-0 win over Morocco in their semi-final
15/12/22 00:56Randal Kolo Muani has spoken of his 'magical' moment against Morocco after he scored the third fastest goal by a substitute in World Cup history in the semi-final.'He knows how to win games': Pundits heap praise on Didier Deschamps after his France side overcame Morocco in their World Cup semi-final, with Rio Ferdinand praising how 'they don't even have to play well at times'
15/12/22 00:06Pundits were full of praise for France boss Didier Deschamps after he led his France side into a second consecutive World Cup final on Wednesday night.Antoine Griezmann admits facing Argentina's Lionel Messi in the World Cup final on Sunday will be a 'totally different proposition' - after France edge past Morocco in the last four
14/12/22 23:56France are on track to win the first back-to back World Cups in 60 years but Griezmann, their standout player in the semi-final, said: 'Any team with Messi in is a totally different proposition.'He didn't even have the DIGNITY to congratulate them': Cristiano Ronaldo is slammed by Didi Hamann for snubbing Morocco heroes after Portugal's World Cup exit - as pundit hails 'graciousness in defeat' shown by Atlas Lions after loss to France
14/12/22 23:30The Atlas Lions, who had beaten Portugal 1-0 in the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup at the weekend, had their inspiring campaign brought to an end tonight.Kylian Mbappe offers heartwarming gesture to PSG team-mate Achraf Hakimi as the superstar forward dons the defender's shirt in post-match celebrations after France beat Morocco in the World Cup semi-final
14/12/22 23:07Les Bleus triumphed 2-0 against the Atlas Lions on Wednesday evening thanks to goals from Theo Hernandez and Randal Kolo Muani.DANIEL MATTHEWS: The beat of Lionel Messi's last dance has been set by Alexis Mac Allister and his terrier-like qualities… the Brighton midfielder is supporting Argentina's No 10 just as his dad Carlos did for Maradona in 1994
14/12/22 22:31Alexis Mac Allister began to shake the first time he met Lionel Messi. He started to second-guess himself, too. These days, there is no uncertainty about how to interact with his Argentina captain.PLAYER RATINGS: Antoine Griezmann and Kylian Mbappe ensure class prevails as France reach the World Cup final but Sofyan Amrabat was the symbol of Morocco's battling qualities despite their agonising defeat
14/12/22 22:29France managed to see off stubborn opposition in Morocco to reach back-to-back World Cup finals after a 2-0 victory against their north African opponents. Here is how both sets of players rated.'It's never easy but it's been such a joy': Didier Deschamps urges France to 'savour every moment' after seeing off Morocco to reach a second successive World Cup final, with Argentina standing in their way of back-to-back titles
14/12/22 22:27IAN HERBERT AT THE AL BAYT STADIUM: And so France remain on track to win the first back-to back World Cups in 60 years after seeing off an exceptional Morocco challenge.'He was man of the match for me': Alan Shearer heaps praise on Antoine Griezmann after France's 2-0 win over Morocco in World Cup semi final, while Rio Ferdinand labels him 'the best defensive player in the tournament'
14/12/22 22:18Antoine Griezmann was at the centre of the BBC pundits' praise on Wednesday night after a sensational performance in France's 2-0 win over a brave Morocco side in their World Cup semi-final.'France won the game but you won our hearts!': Morocco fans heap praise on their team despite their World Cup exit... claiming Walid Regragui's side made them 'proud', gave them 'hope' and 'united' them like 'never before'
14/12/22 21:51Fans have taken to social media to heap praise on Morocco for their performance in Wednesday night's World Cup semi-final clash with France at the Al Bayt Stadium.
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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