All news by author: John Cross

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Lampard spots hopeful Champions League chance ahead of Chelsea-Real Madrid clash
Chelsea have ensured a miserable season domestically but can still salvage their campaign if they can find a way past Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals
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Crunch Arsenal vs Chelsea fixture moved at late notice as fans fume over change
The Premier League game between Arsenal and Chelsea has been rescheduled with just over two weeks notice due to a request from the Metropolitan Police
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Referee chiefs suspend linesman who elbowed Robertson as FA investigate
PGMOL have announced that Constantine Hatzidakis will not officiate any fixtures during the FA's investigation into the incident involving Liverpool defender Andy Robertson.
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Arsenal must stand up to new challenge after disappointment of Liverpool draw
LIVERPOOL 2-2 ARSENAL: Roberto Firmino scored a late equaliser for Jurgen Klopp's side at Anfield, as Arsenal gave up a 2-0 lead but did manage to hang onto a point thanks to Aaron Ramsdale's brilliance
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Clubs launch major new campaign to tackle increase of "horrendous" fan behaviour
Pitch invasions, violence and ugly scenes marred the end of last season when emotions ran high during the play-offs and final home matches
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Gareth Southgate refusing to watch England play and reacts to his casting
A new star-studded play is set to relive England's success over the past few years with Gareth Southgate, who will be played by Joseph Fiennes, playing a pivotal role
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Southgate lays down law to worried Premier League teams over player burnout
With the World Cup buried in the middle of the season, Premier League players have faced a gruelling season with more international games lined up in the summer
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Levy's risky gamble on Tottenham's future speaks volumes about Conte spell
Daniel Levy has opted to axe Antonio Conte in favour of his assistant Cristian Stellini in a damning indictment of the fiery Italian's tumultuous spell in charge
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Levy has Tottenham manager plan to convince Kane after Conte exit
Harry Kane will enter the final 12 months of his Tottenham contract this summer as speculation over his future rears its head again after the departure of manager Antonio Conte amid another trophy-less season
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Gareth Southgate explains why "ruthless" Bukayo Saka has stopped surprising him
Saka, 21, scored a 25 yard screamer and supplied an assist for Harry Kane as England maintained their perfect start to the Euros qualifying campaign in Group C
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England's exciting fresh start means they might as well book flights to Euros
ENGLAND 2-0 UKRAINE: No-one should forget that Italy and Ukraine are easily the toughest opponents in the Group - with apologies to Malta and North Macedonia - and any kind of slip-up could have re-opened old wounds and question marks
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Foden pulls out of England squad after undergoing surgery in huge worry for City
England have already lost a number of senior players during this international break, with Phil Foden joining Reece James, Mason Mount, Marcus Rashford and Nick Pope on the sidelines
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Maguire explains what will fail England career but adds he has nothing to prove
Harry Maguire has endured a rough season at Manchester United and his England position has come under scrutiny due to his lack of game time at Old Trafford
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Foden's five words to Southgate after chasing him down over Italy substitution
Manchester City forward Phil Foden was subbed off having come on as a substitute earlier in the match during England's 2-1 victory over Italy - and he had a few words for Gareth Southgate
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Kane is still underrated on a global stage and deserves Ballon d'Or recognition
Harry Kane overtook Wayne Rooney to become England's top scorer against Italy, having topped the Tottenham record books earlier this season - but he is underrated on the global scale
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FA alter Harry Kane and Wembley celebration plans after Wayne Rooney blow
Harry Kane overtook Wayne Rooney to become England's greatest goalscorer of all time on Thursday night after his penalty confirmed the Three Lions' victory over Italy
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Non-league captains sign letter slamming 'joke' contract plan amid strike threat
The new standard non-league contract proposal would mean clubs would only have to pay injured players in full for a minimum of 12 weeks, with Charlie Austin slamming the plans
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Kane proves himself as one of the greats after England complete the Italian job
Goals from Declan Rice and new record scorer Harry Kane helped Gareth Southgate's England complete a famous 2-1 victory against European champions Italy in Naples
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Chelsea set to make big money signing after ruthless father and son sacking
The transfer window may be shut but that hasn't stopped Todd Boehly making moves to improve the club after the American recently sacked two Chelsea staff members
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David Beckham inspired Jamie Clarke - now England Deaf's star is making history
JOHN CROSS COLUMN: Clarke, 33, is captain of England’s deaf team and they begin their preparations for September’s World Cup in Kuala Lumpur with a friendly against Germany at Telford United on Friday night
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Southgate hints at even longer England stay and warns Three Lions stars
England prepare to do battle with Italy in Naples, the spiritual home of Diego Maradona, on Thursday night as Euro 2024 qualifying gets underway
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Roberto Mancini makes his feelings perfectly clear on Gareth Southgate's England
England take on Italy on Thursday night in the first of their Euro 2024 qualifiers as Gareth Southgate hopes his side can qualify and finally end the Three Lions' trophy drought
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Inside England camp's clear-the-air meeting before start of Euros campaign
England begin the process of qualifying for next year's European Championship when they face Italy in Naples on Thursday night, as they look to bounce back from World Cup heartache
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Spurs face Mauricio Pochettino dilemma as Daniel Levy draws up manager shortlist
Antonio Conte appears to be on borrowed time at Tottenham after his latest outburst, with Mauricio Pochettino the undeniable fan favourite to be given the role for the second time
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Arsenal on brink of unassailable lead in title race to give fans reason to dream
ARSENAL 4-1 CRYSTAL PALACE: Gabriel Martinelli bounced back brilliantly and Bukayo Saka stole the show yet again as the Gunners went eight points clear at the top