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Granit Xhaka admits to receiving fake Covid vaccination certificate in 2022

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Cole Palmer injury likely to scupper his England return in Nations League

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THE GUARDIAN Sep 20

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Jonathan David earns Atlético precious win against 10-man Real Madrid in fractious derby

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THE GUARDIAN Sep 20

Cunha strikes late to deny Fulham and salvage point for Manchester United

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THE GUARDIAN Sep 20

Luke McCowan’s stats vs Rangers make for horrific reading as Celtic star will be lucky to play again

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Maresca dismisses title talk as ‘too early' after Manchester City take over at the top

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THE GUARDIAN Sep 20

Leeds extend unbeaten start to season after stalemate with Crystal Palace

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THE GUARDIAN Sep 20

Nashville clinches playoffs, Philadelphia wins after going down 0-3: MLS roundup

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THE GUARDIAN Sep 20

Alexander Isak edges Liverpool to victory on Iraola's return to Bournemouth

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Fulham v Manchester United: Premier League – live

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Rangers and Ryan Naderi finish off Celtic's horror week with Old Firm victory

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Breaking News; Insider Believe in Leicester Takeover, American Investor Talked Up, Neil Lal and Turki Alalshikh Talked Down

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Matchday Memories: On This Day 2003 – See Sky Blues Leave Royals Feeling Pointless

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Andros Townsend avoids injury after bizarre pitch roller incident in Thailand

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Gallery | Marriott headers return Reading to winning ways

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Leam Richardson Pleased With Reading's In-Game Improvements In Notts County Win

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The Weekly Bobbins: Jack In The Box

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La Liga today: How to watch Atlético Madrid v Real Madrid, TV channels & live stream

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Ex Leicester Players and Loan Men Report, Abdul Fatawu Send Off for Ipswich, Harvey Barnes in Newcastle Win

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THE GUARDIAN Sep 20

Hayen must worry about his Burnley future but fans' fears are existential

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‘We miss her the same every day': Olivia Cusack on her late footballer sister Maddy

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Iraola returns to Bournemouth and Manchester United head to Fulham – matchday live

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Toothless Tics defeated in a sad week for the club – Wigan Athletic 0 Wycombe Wanderers 1

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NC State's unfathomable last-second blunder gifts Vanderbilt miracle win

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THE GUARDIAN Sep 19

Union Jack Classic fails to spark on the pitch but electric atmosphere fires up Wembley

The Arizona State Sun Devils cantered to victory in the first ever Union Jack Classic in front of a noisy crowd – despite thousands of empty...
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Footballers and fans pay tribute to Noah Woods after toddler's death in Suffolk

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BOSS LEADS STAGS EXODUS

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GLASH GETS THE GIG

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SEASIDERS LOGGING OUT

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FA CUP SECOND ROUND QUALIFYING

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International Break, Leicester City Related Players Involvement, The Full Picture

Embed from Getty Images Harry Souttar is in the Australian squad for their friendly games vs. Brazil. Australia will host Brazil in two games,...
FILBERT WAY Sep 19

Haydon Roberts on Notts County victory

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READINGFC.CO.UK Sep 19

Reading 2-0 Notts County: Notts And Crosses

We’re not really used to ‘routine wins’ in these parts, are we? In recent years, Reading have generally needed either to play particularly well for...
SBNATION.COM Sep 19

Zidane's next move as France coach may reveal the wizard behind the curtain | Jonathan Wilson

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THE GUARDIAN Sep 19

Coventry delight in Jay Dasilva winner but ruled-out goal riles Nottingham Forest

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THE GUARDIAN Sep 19

‘They deserved to win': Mikel Arteta left humbled by Brighton defeat

Arsenal's 100% start to season comes to an endManager says team put themselves in trouble from startMikel Arteta admitted Arsenal were taught a...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 19

De Zerbi rips into Spurs players after Villa defeat: ‘Disappointed, sad and frustrated'

Tottenham lose 3-2 at home with two late consolations‘We can't lose the game in this way,' says furious managerRoberto De Zerbi tore into his...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 19

Reading 2-0 Notts County: Player Ratings

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SBNATION.COM Sep 19

European football: Frankfurt clip high-flying Freiburg's wings

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THE GUARDIAN Sep 19

Everton hold off Ipswich thanks to Thierno Barry goal despite VAR controversy

After the trials and tribulations of the transfer window Everton can be content to reach the international break unbeaten and up to fifth courtesy...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 19

Brighton mark anniversary in style with demolition of Arsenal

So much for the new Invincibles. Arsenal were brought back down to earth with a shuddering bump by a scintillating display from Brighton as Fabian...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 19

Marriott brace downs Notts County

Back to winning ways! Reading returned to winning ways in League One as Jack Marriott netted a second-half brace to beat Notts County 2-0 at the...
READINGFC.CO.UK Sep 19

Everton U21s battle to scoreless draw at Reading

Everton U21s battled to a scoreless draw at Reading in their latest Premier League 2 fixture this Saturday lunchtime that saw Harvey Foster pick...
TOFFEEWEB Sep 19

Arsenal v Manchester United: Women's Super League – live

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Kanté and Mavropanos rescue late point for West Ham in derby thriller at Millwall

West Ham came from two goals down to snatch a 2-2 draw from a heated London derby at Millwall.The Lions were leading at half-time through goals...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 19

Barnsley 1, Leicester 1, Positives and Negatives, Player Ratings and Match Report, League One Fixture

Embed from Getty Images Russell Martin made new changes to the team playing Olabade Aluko and Wout Faes instead of Jayden Joseph and John Souttar....
FILBERT WAY Sep 19

Tottenham fans walk out and boo as Aston Villa win despite late Spurs goals

Spurs have a remarkable ability to find new ways of inflicting pain on their fanbase and they did it again here, petering out from a strong start...
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Brighton v Arsenal, Newcastle v Hull and more: clockwatch – live

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THE GUARDIAN Sep 19

Dunfermline manager Neil Lennon praises Nurudeen Abdulai after impressive return to form

Dunfermline Athletic manager Neil Lennon has praised Ghanaian defender Nurudeen Abdulai following his impressive return to form after recovering...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Sep 19

Tottenham v Aston Villa: Premier League – live

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Premier League today: How to watch Brighton v Arsenal, TV channels & live stream

How will Brighton and Arsenal fare today? Here is what to know, including kick-off time, TV channels and live stream optionsArsenal have picked up...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 19

Police on high alert before Millwall v West Ham, Spurs and Villa face crunch clash – matchday live

News, discussion and updates before Saturday's gamesThis weekend's fixtures | Tables | Mail us your thoughtsThe last weekend before the...
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Andoni Iraola makes Bournemouth return still learning on the job at Liverpool

Making bid decisions and turning draws into wins is vital as head coach looks to improve on a mixed start with RedsAlisson made little attempt to...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 19

Heat is on Carrick but Wilcox must share blame for Manchester United's woes

Recruitment is under scrutiny after £155m was spent on three midfielders while other positions were neglectedThere was a mix of boos and apathy as...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 19

Premier League today: How to watch Spurs v Aston Villa, TV channels & live stream

How will Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa fare today? Here is what to know, including kick-off time, TV channels and live stream optionsTottenham...
THE GUARDIAN Sep 19

Out of the Darkness, Into the Light

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SBNATION.COM Sep 19

TV tonight: a new era of Strictly begins in typically sparkling style

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THE GUARDIAN Sep 19

How to flood-proof your home: from water-thirsty plants to deflated footballs

After summer's heatwaves, prepare for winter of storms and heavy rain, with millions of UK homes at risk of flooding The accelerating climate...
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