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Chelsea to face holders PSG in Champions League last 16

Chelsea to face holders PSG in Champions League last 16

Chelsea will play holders Paris St-Germain in the Champions League last 16 while Manchester City will face Real Madrid in the knockout stages for a fifth straight season.

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Gordon needs to stay 'fully focused' after Arsenal talk - Howe

Gordon needs to stay 'fully focused' after Arsenal talk - Howe

Head coach Eddie Howe has urged Anthony Gordon to stay "fully focused" after the Newcastle United forward was linked with a move to Arsenal.

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Messi tackled by pitch invader in Inter Miami game

Messi tackled by pitch invader in Inter Miami game

Argentina captain Lionel Messi is hauled to the ground by a pitch invader during Inter Miami's friendly in Puerto Rico.

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How do Man City's Muslim players adapt to Ramadan and what help do they get?

How do Man City's Muslim players adapt to Ramadan and what help do they get?

Muslims around the world are currently observing the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, including professional footballers, so how do Manchester City help their players?

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Man City & Man Utd set for Anderson battle - Saturday's gossip

Man City & Man Utd set for Anderson battle - Saturday's gossip

Manchester City and Manchester United want Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson, Inter Milan could revisit interest in Liverpool's Curtis Jones, plus more.

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Sutton's predictions v Oli Fox of Good Neighbours

Sutton's predictions v Oli Fox of Good Neighbours

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Oli Fox from indie band Good Neighbours, plus the BBC readers and AI with his predictions for this weekend's Premier League fixtures.

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'Extraordinary' Rohl comments rile O'Neill before derby

'Extraordinary' Rohl comments rile O'Neill before derby

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill expresses surprise at Rangers counterpart Danny Rohl's comments about his team before Sunday's crucial Old Firm derby.

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So much for three-year plan - what is the secret to manager longevity?

So much for three-year plan - what is the secret to manager longevity?

In his BBC Sport column, ex-Premier League boss Tony Pulis explains why it is so hard for football managers to keep their jobs in the modern game.

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Norwich's Sargent completes £20m move to Toronto

Norwich's Sargent completes £20m move to Toronto

Norwich City striker Josh Sargent completes his move to MLS side Toronto FC in a deal worth more than ?20m.

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'Very easy to abuse online without consequences'

'Very easy to abuse online without consequences'

Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior condemns the racial abuse aimed at players - warning it is "very easy" for social media users to target them without punishment.

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Augsburg mark landmark game with win over Cologne

Augsburg mark landmark game with win over Cologne

Watch Bundesliga highlights, as hostAugsburg celebrate their 500th game in the competition with a win over Cologne, thanks to a well-taken goal by Rodrigo Ribeiro.

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'Laser-focused' - is lack of European football helping Man United?

'Laser-focused' - is lack of European football helping Man United?

Manchester United caretaker head coach Michael Carrick says "it's a relief" his side aren't in any European competitions this season, which has allowed them to focus solely on the Premier League with the club unbeaten in six matches in all competitions.

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'He's a tough guy' - Rosenior supports Fofana after online racist abuse

'He's a tough guy' - Rosenior supports Fofana after online racist abuse

Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior has urged his squad to ignore comments on social media after defender Wesley Fofana was subject to racist abuse following Chelsea's 1-1 draw against Burnley in the Premier League.

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Nuno helps me improve every day - Summerville

Nuno helps me improve every day - Summerville

West Ham's Crysencio Summerville shares how manager Nuno Espirito Santo has been helping him improve this season.

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Newcastle can 'raise game' in Champions League last 16

Newcastle can 'raise game' in Champions League last 16

Eddie Howe says Newcastle can "raise their game" and "compete with anybody" after they swept aside Qarabag in the Champions League knockout play-offs to set up a last-16 tie against Barcelona or Chelsea.

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Wales 'grateful' to have Fishlock on board

Wales 'grateful' to have Fishlock on board

Carrie Jones says Wales' players are grateful to have Jess Fishlock in the dressing room as they head into their Women's World Cup qualifying campaign.

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Corinthians in talks with ex-Man Utd midfielder Lingard

Corinthians in talks with ex-Man Utd midfielder Lingard

Former England and Man Utd midfielder Jesse Lingard holds positive talks with Brazilian club Corinthians.

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Arrests after flares thrown in Forest's Europa League match

Arrests after flares thrown in Forest's Europa League match

Police say they received reports of flares being thrown from the away end and arrested three people.

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'Don't know what fuss was about' - chaotic Palace season could end in glory

'Don't know what fuss was about' - chaotic Palace season could end in glory

Key players have gone, the manager is leaving and has criticised the club and upset fans - yet Crystal Palace's chaotic campaign could still end in European glory.

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From Hearts failure to Estoril excitement - the 'most Portuguese Scot there is'

From Hearts failure to Estoril excitement - the 'most Portuguese Scot there is'

After a forgettable seven months in charge at Hearts in 2017, Scottish manager Ian Cathro is rebuilding his reputation at Estoril.

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VAR to be used for first time in Northern Ireland

VAR to be used for first time in Northern Ireland

Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology is to be used in Northern Ireland domestic football for the first time in next month's BetMcLean Cup final between Linfield and Glentoran at Windsor Park.

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Firhill to host final between Caley Thistle & Rovers live on BBC

Firhill to host final between Caley Thistle & Rovers live on BBC

Partick Thistle's Wyre Stadium at Firhill is chosen to host the KDM Evolution Trophy final between Inverness Caledonian Thistle and Raith Rovers live on BBC Alba.

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Exits & borrowed time - things to watch in the EFL

Exits & borrowed time - things to watch in the EFL

Here are five things to look out for across the English Football League this weekend.

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Football Daily

Football Daily

John Murray, Ian Dennis & Ali Bruce-Ball talk Premier League football, travel & language.

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'Breath of fresh air' Lindsay backed for NI job

'Breath of fresh air' Lindsay backed for NI job

Northern Ireland midfielder Nadene Caldwell backs Kris Lindsay to take the manager's job permanently after impressing players in camp before their opening two World Cup qualifiers

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You don't know what people are going through - Coady

You don't know what people are going through - Coady

Former England international Conor Coady says he tries to help people in "any walk of life".

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Super-sub Sesko earns Man Utd win at Everton

Super-sub Sesko earns Man Utd win at Everton

Watch Premier League highlights as Manchester United earn a narrow win over Everton thanks to a goal from substitute Benjamin Sesko.

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Will EFL Cup final affect Premier League title race?

Will EFL Cup final affect Premier League title race?

Mark Chapman, Theo Walcott and Chris Sutton discuss the potential impact of the Carabao Cup final on the Premier League title race.

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Snoop Dogg meets the Swans

Snoop Dogg meets the Swans

Legendary rapper Snoop Dogg paid a visit to the Swansea City training ground the day before watching the club for the first time since becoming an investor.

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Carrick praises 'ruthless' goalscorer Sesko

Carrick praises 'ruthless' goalscorer Sesko

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick praises the impact of striker Benjamin Sesko, who came off the bench to score in a 1-0 win at Everton.

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Has Arteta solved the Gyokeres problem?

Has Arteta solved the Gyokeres problem?

Umir Irfan analyses how Mikel Arteta got the best out of Viktor Gyokeres in the win over Tottenham and how Arsenal have not always played to the striker's strengths this season.

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The £37m cost of Man Utd's past two managerial changes

The £37m cost of Man Utd's past two managerial changes

Ruben Amorim's 14 months in charge of Manchester United have come at a price, with the club now paying up to ?15.9m to sack him, in addition to ?11m to hire the Portuguese.

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When could Wolves be relegated?

When could Wolves be relegated?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at how soon Wolves can officially be relegated from the Premier League.

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Marathe stands down as Rangers vice-chair

Marathe stands down as Rangers vice-chair

Paraag Marathe is standing as Rangers' vice-chair, while fellow director Gene Schneur is doing the same because of multi-club ownership rules.

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Benni McCarthy: Man Utd ruled out signing Osimhen because of Afcon schedule

Benni McCarthy: Man Utd ruled out signing Osimhen because of Afcon schedule

The former South Africa striker on how Afcon's timing can affect the continent's stars

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Cardiff City post £35m loss for last financial year

Cardiff City post £35m loss for last financial year

Bluebirds accounts state they remain reliant on the financial support of majority shareholder Vincent Tan, whose loans to the club totalled almost ?90m by the end of last season.

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Fans of richest PL clubs pay £74 per match as ticket revenue soars

Fans of richest PL clubs pay £74 per match as ticket revenue soars

Fans of the Premier League's six wealthiest clubs are paying an average of ?74 per ticket for each match they attend, while ticket revenues are soaring, according to data from a new report.

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Everton worthy of more than a defeat - Moyes

Everton worthy of more than a defeat - Moyes

Everton manager David Moyes says his side were "worth more than a defeat" after losing 1-0 to Manchester United in the Premier League.

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Spurs' league position is a 'big concern' - Rooney

Spurs' league position is a 'big concern' - Rooney

Wayne Rooney discusses the possibility of Tottenham Hotspur getting relegated this season.

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Referee disallowed Spurs goal for 'soft' push - Given

Referee disallowed Spurs goal for 'soft' push - Given

Match of the Day pundits Shay Given and Danny Murphy believe Tottenham "have a reason to be disappointed" with Randal Kolo Muani's second 'goal' being ruled out for a foul on Arsenal defender Gabriel.

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Gyokeres performance 'incredible' - Arteta

Gyokeres performance 'incredible' - Arteta

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is full of praise for Viktor Gyokeres' "outstanding" performance in the Gunners 4-1 win over Tottenham. The Swedish striker bagged a brace to help his side go five points clear at the top of the Premier League.

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How Liverpool shook off 'horrendous' start to beat Forest

How Liverpool shook off 'horrendous' start to beat Forest

Match of the Day pundits Danny Murphy and Shay Given compare Liverpool's "flat" first-half performance against Nottingham Forest with their match-winning display in the second period.

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Is England on course for fifth Champions League spot?

Is England on course for fifth Champions League spot?

Could the Premier League get an extra place in the Champions League again? This is how it looks at the end of the league phase.

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The Wayne Rooney Show

The Wayne Rooney Show

Wayne looks back at hostile European away games and a surreal meeting with Maradona.

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Klopp exit talk 'nonsense' - Friday's gossip

Klopp exit talk 'nonsense' - Friday's gossip

Speculation around Jurgen Klopp's role with Red Bull is dismissed, Chelsea remain in pole position to land Murillo, Wolves' asking price for Mateus Mane puts off Liverpool and Manchester United, plus more.

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Spurs in their Tudor era? Try our football history quiz

Spurs in their Tudor era? Try our football history quiz

If new boss Igor can keep struggling Tottenham in the Premier League, he could become one of the most popular Tudors since the 1500s.

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How to follow the Premier League on the BBC this week

How to follow the Premier League on the BBC this week

BBC Sport Ask Me Anything explains how to follow the Premier League on the BBC this weekend.

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'The portfolio keeps expanding' - Ronaldo becomes Almeria co-owner

'The portfolio keeps expanding' - Ronaldo becomes Almeria co-owner

Cristiano Ronaldo becomes part-owner of Spanish second division side Almeria after acquiring a 25% share in the Saudi Arabian-owned club.

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Tudor 'certain' Spurs will stay up despite heavy defeat by Arsenal

Tudor 'certain' Spurs will stay up despite heavy defeat by Arsenal

Tottenham interim manager Igor Tudor says his side need "to work harder than before" but is confident of avoiding relegation, despite a 4-1 defeat by Arsenal in his first game.

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Liverpool the 'lucky ones' in game of 'fine margins' - Slot

Liverpool the 'lucky ones' in game of 'fine margins' - Slot

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot says his side were the "lucky ones" in a "game of fine margins" as a stoppage-time goal brings a 1-0 win at Nottingham Forest.

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Win over Wolves 'big relief' for Palace - Glasner

Win over Wolves 'big relief' for Palace - Glasner

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner says he is relieved with his side's 1-0 win over Wolves and confirms his commitment to the club until the end of the season.

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Defeat against Liverpool 'not fair' on Forest - Pereira

Defeat against Liverpool 'not fair' on Forest - Pereira

Vitor Pereira says "one point was a minimum" his Nottingham Forest side deserved against Liverpool and defeat "is not fair".

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'We deserved a lot more' - Edwards on 'harsh' Crystal Palace defeat

'We deserved a lot more' - Edwards on 'harsh' Crystal Palace defeat

Rob Edwards praises his side's performance and says "it feels harsh" for Wolves to be leaving with no points, after their 1-0 defeat to Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park in the Premier League.

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'Team spirit is still there' despite Fulham loss - Le Bris

'Team spirit is still there' despite Fulham loss - Le Bris

Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris says it is not unusual for a newly promoted team to struggle but insists the Black Cats "team spirit is still there" despite losing 3-1 to Fulham.

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How have Chelsea made biggest loss in English football history?

How have Chelsea made biggest loss in English football history?

Chelsea recorded a pre-tax loss of ?355m for 2024-25 - the highest loss ever made by an English football club - according to financial figures released by Uefa. How did it happen?

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Out of Europe - now Celtic face critical fortnight

Out of Europe - now Celtic face critical fortnight

After exiting the Europa League, Celtic face a season-defining fortnight in the fight for the league and Scottish Cup.

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Courting controversy and befriending Trump - Fifa's 'unlikely saviour'

Courting controversy and befriending Trump - Fifa's 'unlikely saviour'

Gianni Infantino has clashed with unions and European football, but after 10 years as Fifa president he remains in an impregnable position.

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Who is most affected by WSL Asian Cup exodus?

Who is most affected by WSL Asian Cup exodus?

As the Asian Cup gets under way on Sunday, BBC Sport assesses its impact on Women's Super League sides.

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New stadium curse - are Everton showing how clubs struggle after move?

New stadium curse - are Everton showing how clubs struggle after move?

As Everton's home form continues to struggle, BBC Sport takes a closer look at the curse of the new stadium in the Premier League era.

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Can you name the all-time top Champions League goalscorers?

Can you name the all-time top Champions League goalscorers?

We want you to name every player who has scored at least 25 goals in the Champions League or the European Cup.

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All February's done deals, including deadline day, in one place

All February's done deals, including deadline day, in one place

Check out the significant signings and departures in the Premier League, Scottish Premiership, EFL and Women's Super League.

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The making of Charli XCX's fourth album, during the 2020 lockdown

The making of Charli XCX's fourth album, during the 2020 lockdown

Documentary chronicling the making of Charli XCX's fourth album, How I'm Feeling Now.

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What is St Totteringham's Day and when could it happen?

What is St Totteringham's Day and when could it happen?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains what St Totteringham's Day is and what its origins are

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VAR vs TMO – what are the key differences?

VAR vs TMO – what are the key differences?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything looks at the key differences between football's video assistant referees and rugby union's use of television match officials.

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Who has the most Premier League appearances?

Who has the most Premier League appearances?

Our Ask Me Anything Team look at which players have the highest total Premier League appearances.

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Where do iconic football moves originate from?

Where do iconic football moves originate from?

Our Ask Me Anything team explain where the names of iconic football moves come from.

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Why is there a four-week break in the WSL?

Why is there a four-week break in the WSL?

BBC Sport takes a look at why there is a second hiatus in the Women's Super League so soon after the winter break.

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Why are some football shin pads so small?

Why are some football shin pads so small?

Our Ask Me Anything team explore why some football shin pads are so small, and what the laws are around wearing them.

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How does the Nations League work and when is the draw?

How does the Nations League work and when is the draw?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains how the Uefa Nations League works ahead of the draw for the 2026-27 competition

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Podcast: It’s the SPFL weekend preview

Podcast: It’s the SPFL weekend preview

Looking ahead to the weekend fixtures. With Charlotte Cohen, Cammy Bell and Moira Gordon.

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McCowan backs Celtic as Askou addresses speculation - gossip

McCowan backs Celtic as Askou addresses speculation - gossip

Luke McCowan backs Celtic quality, Mothewell boss addresses speculation and Hearts manager on Dubai trip.

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Vinicius: Eight years at Real Madrid, 20 cases of alleged racist abuse

Vinicius: Eight years at Real Madrid, 20 cases of alleged racist abuse

Spanish football expert Guillem Balague details how Vincius Jr has become a global symbol of resistance against discrimination.

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Mourinho made 'unacceptable, huge mistake' - Kompany

Mourinho made 'unacceptable, huge mistake' - Kompany

Bayern Munich boss Vincent Kompany says Jose Mourinho made a "huge mistake" with his "unacceptable" post-match comments after the alleged racial abuse of Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr.

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Arsenal's Smith out of Canada squad with concussion

Arsenal's Smith out of Canada squad with concussion

Arsenal forward Olivia Smith withdraws from the Canada squad for the SheBelieves Cup because of concussion.

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'I'm ready' - Park bids to show Man Utd form for England

'I'm ready' - Park bids to show Man Utd form for England

Manchester United midfielder Jess Park has been in brilliant form since her move in the summer - but can she take that into England's upcoming matches?

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Frank's downfall: Inside his struggle to get players and fans onboard

Frank's downfall: Inside his struggle to get players and fans onboard

Thomas Frank has been sacked as Tottenham manager after just eight months in charge. BBC Sport's Sami Mokbel takes a closer look at his tenure.

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Cages, crushes and stabbings - is European away safety getting worse?

Cages, crushes and stabbings - is European away safety getting worse?

BBC Sport explores the safety issues fans face when following their team across Europe.

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The great number nine decline - where have England's strikers gone?

The great number nine decline - where have England's strikers gone?

BBC Sport takes an in-depth look at why England lack centre-forward options behind Harry Kane - a far cry from when the likes of Les Ferdinand only won 17 caps.

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Captain, player, manager, Mister, number one - Davids at Barnet

Captain, player, manager, Mister, number one - Davids at Barnet

BBC Sport remembers Edgar Davids' 15 months as Barnet player-manager in League Two and the Conference.

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From farming village to Liverpool icon - the Salah story

From farming village to Liverpool icon - the Salah story

BBC Sport visits Egypt to discover what Mohamed Salah means to the people of the football-mad country, and how a small boy from humble beginnings became a national icon.

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Napoli 'smell blood' & target Premier League's discarded stars

Napoli 'smell blood' & target Premier League's discarded stars

After Scott McTominay was a hit, Napoli went back to the Premier League for Kevin de Bruyne, could more players follow them to Serie A?

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When River Plate icon Diaz took over fourth-tier Oxford

When River Plate icon Diaz took over fourth-tier Oxford

Twenty years on from Ramon Diaz's surprising appointment at Oxford United, BBC Sport looks at what happened and how it went.

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