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Aberdeen's Semi-Final Ticket Allocation Cut by 500 Following Pitch Invasion
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Premier League and EFL Lock Horns Over Funding Deal
The Premier League is keen to resolve the long-standing funding stalemate with the English Football League (EFL) as soon as possible, but talks remain ongoing.
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Nick Powell's Redemption: From Retirement Plans to League One Glory
Bradford City forward Nick Powell reveals he was set to retire in January but has found new purpose with the Bantams, scoring crucial goals from the bench.
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Haaland Joins Elite Club with Goal Against Sunderland
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has become only the second player in Premier League history to score against every team he's faced, joining Harry Kane in this exclusive club.
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Scotland squad takes shape ahead of Pocognoli's Nations League debut
Sebastien Pocognoli's Scotland squad is starting to take shape ahead of their Nations League opener against Slovenia, with several players impressing in their club games over the weekend.
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The Long-Distance Managers: How Coaches Balance Work and Family
BBC Sport speaks to former managers about their experiences with long-distance commutes, revealing the pros and cons of managing from afar.
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Townsend's Thai Tussle: Former England Winger Narrowly Escapes Pitch Roller Mishap
Former England winger Andros Townsend had a close call during a match in Thailand when he was run over by a pitch roller, but fortunately escaped unhurt.
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London City Lionesses End Away Win Drought with Thrashing of Charlton
London City Lionesses secured their first away win of the season, defeating struggling Charlton 2-0 in a dominant display.
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Tottenham and Villa face off in crucial early-season showdown
Two of the Premier League's biggest spenders, Tottenham and Aston Villa, meet at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday with both teams desperate for a win to kickstart their seasons.
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Ronaldo Demands Lifetime Bans Over Jota Chants: 'This Is No Longer Football'
Cristiano Ronaldo calls for lifetime bans after fans chant Diogo Jota's name towards Ruben Neves during a Saudi Pro League match.
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Manchester Derby: Maresca's Rigid Structure vs Carrick's Fluid Approach
The contrasting game plans of Manchester City and United ahead of Sunday's derby, with Enzo Maresca's control-oriented approach set to face off against Michael Carrick's more fluid system.
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Arsenal Maintain Perfect Start with Win at Sunderland
Arsenal continue their unbeaten run in the Premier League season with a hard-fought victory over Sunderland, thanks to Bukayo Saka's decisive penalty.
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Cup Weekend Crucial for Under-pressure Managers
Aberdeen's Stephen Robinson, Kilmarnock's David Gray, and Hibernian's Neil McCann face intense pressure to deliver in the Premier Sports Cup quarter-finals.
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Kyra Cooney-Cross: Arsenal Midfielder Aims to Honour Her Late Mother
Arsenal's Kyra Cooney-Cross will play at the Emirates Stadium for the first time since her mother's passing, dedicating her performance to her late mum and fans.
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Bayern Munich Thrash Bodo/Glimt in Champions League Opener
Michael Olise scored twice as Bayern Munich comfortably beat Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt in their Champions League opener.
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Chelsea's Title Glory Under Scrutiny: Did Secret Payments Decide the Fate?
Former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino believes Chelsea should be stripped of their 2016-17 Premier League title due to secret payments made to unregistered agents and third parties.
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Champions League Returns: How to Follow the Action on the BBC
The Champions League is back, and you can catch all the highlights and analysis on the BBC throughout the season.
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Vardy Joins Winless Burnley in Championship
Jamie Vardy has signed with Burnley until the end of the season, bringing his experience and goal-scoring record to a struggling team.
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Tottenham's Summer Signing of Kirsty Hanson Proves to be a Masterstroke
Kirsty Hanson has made an instant impact at Tottenham after joining from Aston Villa this summer, scoring twice on her debut against West Ham in the Women's Super League.
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Modric's Decision: Croatia Captain Plans to Continue Playing Past 41st Birthday
Luka Modric has announced his intention to continue playing for Croatia beyond his 41st birthday, a decision that comes with the return of Slaven Bilic as manager.
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Grealish Returns to Goodison Park: Everton Seal Season-Long Loan Deal
Everton have signed Jack Grealish on a season-long loan deal from Manchester City, while Joshua Zirkzee remains at Manchester United.
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Juventus Bolster Squad with Woltemade and Sarr Loan Deals
Juventus have strengthened their squad on deadline day by signing Newcastle's Nick Woltemade and Tottenham Hotspur's Pape Matar Sarr on season-long loan deals.
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Brighton Seal £15m Deal for Millwall Winger Femi Azeez
Brighton have agreed a deal to sign Nigeria winger Femi Azeez from Millwall in a club-record sale worth up to £15m.
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Deadline Day Deals: A Round-Up of All the Confirmed Transfers
The transfer window has closed, and we've got all the confirmed deals from Premier League, Scottish Premiership, Women's Super League, and selected overseas signings.
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Arsenal's Late Alvarez Push: A Glimpse into Transfer Market Dynamics
Arsenal continue their pursuit of Julian Alvarez, while other top clubs navigate transfer market complexities.
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Saka's Goal Secures Hard-Fought Win for Arsenal at Aston Villa
Bukayo Saka's second-half strike proves decisive in a closely contested Premier League match between Arsenal and Aston Villa.
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Liverpool's Harvey Elliott on Brink of Valencia Loan Move
Valencia are in advanced talks with Liverpool over a loan deal for midfielder Harvey Elliott, who has struggled to break into the Reds' first team.
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Barcelona Close in on £8.6m Deal for Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus
Barcelona are reportedly close to signing Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal in a deal worth £8.6m.
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Boreham Wood Breaks Record Fee: Abdulmalik Joins Djurgardens in £1.5m Deal
Swedish club Djurgardens shatters the record fee for a fifth-tier player in England, signing Boreham Wood's Abdul Abdulmalik for over £1.5 million.
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Arsenal Snap Up Teenage Sensation Axel Donczew from Cardiff
Cardiff City's teenage midfielder Axel Donczew joins Premier League champions Arsenal in a significant transfer move.
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August Transfer Window Closes: £300m Spent in Premier League
The August transfer window has come to a close, with several high-profile deals confirmed across the Premier League and other top European leagues.
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fans have their say on saturday's football action
Tom English and Andy Halliday discuss the key talking points from Saturday's football matches with listeners weighing in.
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Vidosic's Shock Departure Leaves Brighton Reeling Ahead of WSL Season
Brighton Women's Super League manager Dario Vidosic has left the club just a week before the start of the season to pursue a new opportunity, leaving fans and players stunned.
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Transfer Deadline Day: Your Ultimate Guide to Following the Action
Get ready for a thrilling end to the summer transfer window as Premier League and EFL clubs scramble to finalize deals before the deadline at 23:00 BST on Tuesday.
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Saka's Revival: Has the Arsenal Winger Found His Groove?
Bukayo Saka has made a stunning start to the new season, scoring and impressing in Arsenal's opening-day win over Coventry. But is this just a flash in the pan or has he truly regained his best form?
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Uefa Ditches Boycott Threat, But Infantino's Presidency Still Under Fire
Despite withdrawing the boycott threat, Uefa is confident that a unity candidate can be found to challenge Gianni Infantino in next year's presidential election.
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Guess Premier League Star No 15: A New Challenge Every Day
Test your football knowledge with a daily quiz where you have to guess the identity of a Premier League player in as few attempts as possible.
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Chelsea's Revamped Squad Takes Shape with Welbeck on the Horizon
Danny Welbeck set for Chelsea medical as part of Xabi Alonso's recruitment drive to add experience to the squad.
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Mancini Returns: Italy Appoints Experienced Manager Amid World Cup Qualification Woes
Roberto Mancini re-appointed as Italy manager after Andrea Pirlo's surprise withdrawal amidst controversy over his ties to a Russian betting company.
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mid-season transfers: all done deals in July
A summary of confirmed signings by Premier League and top-tier clubs across England, Scotland, and the Women's Super League, along with selected international deals.
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Premier League Star Revealed: Guess Who No 5 Was
The latest 'Who Am I?' quiz has come to a close, with fans trying to guess the identity of Premier League star No 5.
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Guardiola rejects Italy job offer: What's next for Azzurri?
Pep Guardiola turns down chance to coach Italian national side, leaving Andrea Pirlo as frontrunner to lead the team.
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Guess Who: Premier League Star No 4
Take part in our daily quiz and try to guess the identity of a mystery Premier League player with just a few clues.
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Modric Stays Put: AC Milan Midfielder Signs One-Year Contract Extension
AC Milan midfielder Luka Modric has signed a one-year contract extension with the Italian club, committing to another season at San Siro.
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Chelsea's Financial Juggling Act: Loaning Garnacho to Villa Amid £1bn Debt
Chelsea have loaned Alejandro Garnacho to Aston Villa just days after signing Morgan Rogers for a record-breaking £117m, highlighting the club's complex financial situation.
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Premier League Star Revealed: Can You Guess Who No 3 Is?
A new Premier League footballer is revealed daily, and we challenge you to guess who they are in the fewest attempts possible.
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Casemiro Joins Inter Miami: A New Chapter in His Illustrious Career
Former Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has signed for Inter Miami on a deal that will keep him at the club until 2027, with an option to extend until 2029.
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Premier League Star No 2: Can You Guess Who It Is?
A new daily challenge has been launched by BBC Sport, where you have to guess a Premier League star in as few attempts as possible.
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Guess the Mysterious World Cup Star: A New Challenge Every Day
Test your football knowledge with a daily quiz that reveals a new player each day, with clues to help you guess correctly in as few attempts as possible.
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Lamine Yamal's meteoric rise: The 19-year-old who stole the World Cup
Spain's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal has completed international football at just 19 years old after lifting the World Cup with his team, leaving Lionel Messi and Argentina heartbroken.
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Man City Smash Transfer Record for Elliot Anderson as Premier League Spends Big
Manchester City's reported 135m euro move for Elliot Anderson headlines a frantic Premier League summer window.
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How Mbappé became the heartbeat of a new Galáctico era at Madrid
One season in, the numbers are staggering — and the Bernabéu has a new king.
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Transfer buzz: Real Madrid weigh sensational move as summer window heats up
Sources indicate early contact, but City are digging in.
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