All news by author: Matthew Cooper

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Shearer makes Maguire prediction with Man Utd 'playing a game' over transfer
Premier League legend Alan Shearer has spoken about Harry Maguire's future at Old Trafford, with the Manchester United defender falling out of favour under Erik ten Hag
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Man Utd 'unhappy' with ref Oliver over Fernandes incident against Tottenham
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes was booked for dissent by referee Michael Oliver during his side's 2-0 loss to Tottenham at the weekend
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Alessia Russo overcome with emotion at airport after World Cup heartbreak
England were left heartbroken after losing 1-0 to Spain in the World Cup final and star forward Alessia Russo looked overcome with emotion as the Lionesses were pictured at Sydney Airport
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Spain star releases fresh statement after Spanish FA chief kissed her on lips
Spanish FA president Luis Rubiales kissed Jenni Hermoso after she was presented with her World Cup winners medal, sparking outrage at his actions
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Spain star caught red-handed after making rude gesture at England's Chloe Kelly
Spain beat England 1-0 in the World Cup final thanks to a goal from captain Olga Carmona and there was a moment during the game where Jenni Hermoso was seen giving the middle finger to Chloe Kelly
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Crystal Palace vs Arsenal - Kick-off time, TV channel and live stream details
Arsenal and Crystal Palace are set to lock horns at Selhurst Park, having both made winning starts to their respective Premier League campaigns
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Liverpool suffer Sangare transfer blow as Reds legend set for Prem return
Liverpool have made three new signings this summer, bringing in Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai and Wataru Endo, and more could follow before the deadline
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Liverpool cult hero Divock Origi lined up for unlikely Premier League return
Divock Origi left Liverpool to join AC Milan last year, but could return to the Premier League with Sheffield United as the Blades look to fill the void left by Iliman Ndiaye
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Dutch athlete faceplants track with finish line at her mercy gifting GB medal
The Netherlands missed out on medals in the 4x400m relay and 10,000m at the World Athletics Championships after both Femke Bol and Sifan Hassan fell as they approached the finish line
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Lineker apologises during Match of the Day as viewers told to switch to iPlayer
Football fans complained of problems with the sound during BBC Match of the Day, prompting presenter Gary Lineker to apologise
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Fan turned linesman at Portsmouth admits ref question over goal celebration
A League One game between Portsmouth and Cheltenham was at risk of being called off after two assistant referees suffered injuries before a fan came out of the stands to fill in
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Maguire's West Ham snub explained as Bailly holds Fulham transfer talks
With the transfer window set to slam shut on September 1, more incomings and outgoings are expected at Manchester United with Erik ten Hag seeking further new additions
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Richard Keys and Andy Gray share doubts over Liverpool 'panic buy' Wataru Endo
Midfielder Wataru Endo has joined Liverpool from Bundesliga side Stuttgart and Richard Keys and Andy Gray have questioned whether he is a signing made out of desperation by the Reds
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Erik ten Hag already has the perfect Casemiro replacement at Man Utd
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has praised teenage prospect Kobbie Mainoo, who is currently out of action with an ankle injury sustained in pre-season
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Man Utd's forgotten man Bailly in talks with Fulham as Old Trafford exit nears
Eric Bailly is surplus to requirements at Manchester United and the centre-back is in talks with Fulham over a potential move to Craven Cottage
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Harry Maguire could drop to fifth-choice as Man Utd near deal for former star
Manchester United are looking to sign another centre-back, meaning former captain Harry Maguire could be relegated to Erik ten Hag's fifth-choice option
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Leeds fans mock wantaway Gnonto with banner amid Everton transfer interest
Wilfried Gnonto is looking to push through a move to Everton and Leeds fans have hit back at the forward after it emerged he had handed in a transfer request
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Andy Farrell blasts "disgusting circus" over son Owen's red card in X-rated rant
Owen Farrell's dad Andy has defended his son after World Rugby announced they would be appealing an independent judicial committee's decision to overturn the red card the England captain was shown against Wales
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Howe responds to cheeky Klopp dig at Newcastle assistant Jason Tindall
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp cracked a joke about the impact a new rule will have on Eddie Howe and Jason Tindall this season and the Newcastle boss has responded
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Klopp explains decision to go against Liverpool policy with Wataru Endo transfer
Wataru Endo has become Liverpool's third summer signing, joining fellow midfielders Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai in making the move to Anfield
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Neville opens up on with chat with Beckham as Inter Miami sack was confirmed
Phil Neville has admitted he did not expect to still be Inter Miami manager once Lionel Messi joined the club, having been sacked by David Beckham days before the move was announced
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Walcott wishes he didn't go to World Cup as brutal Capello snub discussed
Theo Walcott has announced his retirement from football and the former Arsenal star has opened up about his England career, including his shock 2006 World Cup selection and 2010 World Cup omission
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PM Sunak under pressure to make bank holiday U-turn if Lionesses win World Cup
The Lionesses are set to face Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday and Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is facing calls for an extra bank holiday if Sarina Wiegman's side are victorious
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Teddy Sheringham left "bemused" by Harry Kane's transfer to Bayern Munich
England captain Harry Kane has joined Bayern Munich in a record-breaking £100m move from Tottenham, but former Spurs star Teddy Sheringham has been left "bemused" by the transfer
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Ferguson and Neville in agreement on Aston Villa despite Carragher mockery
Manchester United legends Sir Alex Ferguson and Gary Neville have praised Aston Villa, despite their 5-1 defeat to Newcastle on the opening weekend of the Premier League season