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Cole Palmer tipped as potential Bruno Fernandes successor at Man Utd

Chelsea forward Cole Palmer has been billed as a potential successor to Bruno Fernandes at Manchester United, amid speculation he could be tempted to join the Red Devils after becoming homesick in London, Goal reported on Jan 28, 2026. Former Liverpool player Danny Murphy told BestBettingSites.co.uk that Palmer

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Jérémy Jacquet linked with Liverpool and Chelsea as Rennes resist

Rennes defender Jérémy Jacquet is reportedly being pursued by Liverpool and Chelsea, with Chelsea apparently his preferred destination and Liverpool having stepped up their interest, the Guardian reports. Bayern Munich have also shown interest, though Rennes are determined to hang on to him for now and a summer move is

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Portugal’s 1990–91 top flight had the fewest teams with a positive goal difference

The fewest teams finishing a season with a positive goal difference appears to be in Portugal’s 1990–91 top flight, when only four of the 20 clubs ended with a positive GD (20%). A caveat in the data noted that Vitória de Setúbal finished with a goal difference of

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Kieran Gibbs backs £64m signing Viktor Gyokeres: 'Too soon' to write him off

Ex-Arsenal full-back Kieran Gibbs has defended striker Viktor Gyokeres, saying it is "too soon" to write off the £64m summer signing after a difficult start to life at the Emirates, Gibbs told ESPN FC. The Sweden international has not scored from open play in the Premier League since

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Odegaard says he spoke with Ethan Nwaneri before Arsenal teen's loan to Marseille

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard revealed he spoke with 18-year-old Ethan Nwaneri before the teenager's loan move to Marseille, writing in his captain’s notes for the official matchday programme ahead of the Champions League clash with Kairat Almaty. Odegaard, who experienced several loan spells during his own development

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Celtic FC Foundation launches girls’ football programme in Brixton

Coaches from the Celtic FC Foundation launched a girls’ football programme in Brixton, south London, aiming to give girls and young women from underprivileged backgrounds a chance to play, with local teams taking part despite torrential rain. The Brixton scheme is one of several initiatives the foundation set up after

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Lucas Paqueta to rejoin Flamengo in €42m transfer, set as Brazil's priciest signing

West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta has agreed to return to Flamengo in a deal that will make him the most expensive signing in Brazilian Serie A history, according to Fabrizio Romano. The 28-year-old is due to travel later today and will sign a five-year contract, meaning he has already played

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Jesse Lingard hits back at critics after leaving Seoul: 'I don't care what anyone says'

Jesse Lingard has hit back at those who criticised his professionalism since leaving Seoul, telling Sky Sports he has learned from tough times and will not be swayed by negative comments. Lingard said there are "always going to be tough times mentally when you are not playing well and

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Harry Maguire's Man Utd future uncertain as Serie A and Turkish clubs circle

Manchester United have yet to open formal talks over a contract extension for Harry Maguire, whose deal expires this summer, while clubs in Italy and Turkey have reportedly made contact with his representatives. The 33-year-old, approaching the end of a six-year spell at Old Trafford, has been free since Jan

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Match of the Day viewing rises after BBC launches 8pm digital highlights

Match of the Day’s viewing figures have increased considerably this season after the BBC began releasing highlight clips at 8pm on Saturdays, a development described as a vindication of the corporation’s new digital strategy. Traditional linear viewing of the Saturday and Sunday evening highlights programmes declined by 770,

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Neymar eyes Santos return to prove fitness for World Cup 2026, Ancelotti says

Neymar will be eager to get back out on the pitch for Santos in a bid to prove his form and fitness in time for World Cup 2026. There is no guarantee that Neymar will make Carlo Ancelotti's squad for the tournament in North America, Mexico and Canada

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Tottenham fan group urges 75th-minute walkout during live Man City clash

Supporters of Tottenham Hotspur have been urged to stage a mass walkout in the 75th minute of Sunday’s televised Premier League clash with Manchester City, campaign group Change for Tottenham said, aiming to make a "big statement" about the club’s direction, ticket prices and transfer strategy.

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West Ham loan James Ward-Prowse to Burnley and sign Adama Traoré

West Ham have agreed to send James Ward-Prowse on loan to Burnley, with the midfielder undergoing a medical as he prepares to spend the rest of the season at Turf Moor, and the club confirmed the arrival of Adama Traoré from Fulham for a small undisclosed fee. Ward-Prowse has been

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Wrexham urged to sign James Milner or Jordan Henderson after £48m boost

Wrexham have been urged to target two Liverpool legends — James Milner and Jordan Henderson — to boost their push for promotion after co‑owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney delivered a £48m cash injection, former Liverpool midfielder Gary McAllister said on Jan. 28, 2026. The Welsh side sit sixth in the

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Chelsea urge fans to take 'extreme caution' in Naples after two taken to hospital

Chelsea have told fans to take "extreme caution" in Naples after two supporters were treated in hospital before their Champions League tie at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on Wednesday night. "The club is aware of an incident that took place on Tuesday evening in Naples,"

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Man United target Rafael Leao on three-man winger shortlist

Manchester United have identified AC Milan forward Rafael Leao as their primary target for the left wing as INEOS chiefs accelerate plans for a major summer overhaul, according to The Daily Mail. Leao is listed on a three-man shortlist alongside Everton's Iliman Ndiaye and Chelsea teenager Tyrique George

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Jill Scott backs Arsenal as inaugural Women's Champions Cup takes place in London

Goal reports Jill Scott, tournament ambassador, spoke at a launch event near London’s Tower Bridge ahead of the inaugural FIFA Women’s Champions Cup, which will see Arsenal, Gotham FC, Corinthians and AS FAR meet in semi-finals at Brentford’s Gtech Community Stadium on Wednesday, with the third-place play-off

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Long-serving Gurban Gurbanov brings Qarabag to Anfield with Champions League place in sight

Qarabag travel to Anfield to face Liverpool on the final matchday of the Champions League league phase under long-serving coach Gurban Gurbanov, nicknamed the “Azeri Sir Alex Ferguson”. The club sit 18th on 10 points — one ahead of clubs such as Marseille, Bayer Leverkusen and PSV Eindhoven — and have a

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Mourinho refuses to discuss Negreira case ahead of Real Madrid meeting

According to Goal, Benfica head coach Jose Mourinho told reporters in Lisbon he would not dwell on the 'Negreira case' or Barcelona’s alleged payments to referees ahead of his Champions League reunion with Real Madrid. The pre-match press conference turned to the scandal involving payments to Jose

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Chelsea urge fans to take 'extreme caution' in Naples after two hospitalised

Goal reports Chelsea have urged supporters to exercise "extreme caution" while in Naples after two fans were hospitalised following an incident on Tuesday evening ahead of Wednesday's Champions League tie at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium. Approximately 2,500 Chelsea supporters have been issued tickets for

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Watch Napoli vs Chelsea: broadcasters, kick-off times and team news

Goal says SSC Napoli host Chelsea at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium in their Champions League fixture and provides details on where to watch the game. The article lists English-language broadcast options by territory, including Paramount+ (USA), TNT Sports (UK), Stan Sport (Australia), Fubo Canada, Sony Sports Network (India), SuperSport

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Trinity Rodman stars as inexperienced USWNT rout Chile 5-0

Goal reported that Trinity Rodman danced as the U.S. women's national team beat Chile 5-0 at Harder Stadium on Jan 28, 2026. The young, inexperienced XI produced three first international goals from Croix Bethune, Jameese Joseph and Emily Sams, with Emma Sears adding a goal and an

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Shelton meets defending champion Sinner in 2026 Australian Open quarter-final

Eighth seed Shelton faces defending champion Sinner in the final quarter-final of the 2026 Australian Open. The article says the Italian has reached the final of the last five Grand Slams, and it adds that Sinner could once again meet Alcaraz in the tournament final. It also notes Shelton believes

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Arsenal host Kairat Almaty in Champions League; kick-off time and team news

Goal reports Arsenal host Kairat Almaty in a Champions League match on 28 Jan 2026, kicking off at 15:00 EST and 20:00 GMT, with the Gunners seeking an eighth straight win in the competition. Arsenal arrive with a 100% record in the group phase and are guaranteed to

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Barcelona need win vs FC Copenhagen — kick-off time and how to watch

According to Goal, Barcelona will host FC Copenhagen at Spotify Camp Nou on 28 Jan 2026 in a Champions League group game, and the Spanish side need a win to have any realistic chance of finishing in the top eight for automatic qualification to the Round of 16. Kick-off is