All news by author: Matthew Cooper

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Klopp confirms Diaz's Liverpool return at Leeds but two stars miss training
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has offered an update on his squad ahead of their trip to Leeds on Monday, with Luis Diaz set to make a long-awaited return
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Man Utd and Arsenal target Thuram's exit confirmed after "dream" admission
Marcus Thuram has been linked with a host of Premier League sides, including Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal, Liverpool and Newcastle, and the forward will be available on a free transfer this summer
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Scholes rips into Malacia for moment that sparked Man Utd's collapse vs Sevilla
Tyrell Malacia scored an own goal as Manchester United drew 2-2 with Sevilla in the Europa League and the defender has been criticised by Paul Scholes and Peter Schmeichel
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Man Utd throw away lead as Harry Maguire own goal sees Sevilla comeback
Manchester United and Sevilla drew 2-2, with two late own goals cancelling out Marcel Sabitzer's first-half brace to leave the tie hanging in the balance heading into next week's second
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Carragher thinks he knows Chelsea's new manager after quick Lampard appointment
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has a theory about who Chelsea's next permanent manager will be following the decision to name Frank Lampard as caretaker boss for the rest of the season
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F1 rookie killed on 'last ride' with girlfriend before bike put away for winter
An inquest into the death of 20-year-old Daniel Cracknell, who worked as an apprentice for F1 team Williams, heard he passed away after losing control of his motorbike and crashing into a campervan
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Grand National 2023 live results, tips, racecard, runners and odds from Aintree
This year's Grand National Festival gets underway at Aintree today with seven action-packed races to enjoy and a plethora of big names featuring on the racecourse
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James Rodriguez sees Olympiacos contract ripped up after just 23 games
Olympiacos have terminated James Rodriguez's contract, with the 31-year-old departing after playing just 23 games for the Greek club
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Lampard and Cole in agreement on concerning issue hampering Chelsea stars
Frank Lampard has admitted Chelsea are lacking belief after they slumped to a 2-0 defeat in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final clash against Real Madrid, with former Blues star Joe Cole offering a similar assessment
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Masters champion Rahm explains decision not to follow McIlroy with PGA snub
Jon Rahm will be back in action less than a week after winning the Masters, having opted not to follow Rory McIlroy's lead and pull out of the RBC Heritage
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5 things spotted in Liverpool training as Reds get boost after Bellingham woe
Liverpool were in training on Wednesday ahead of the Premier League clash against Leeds United on Monday, with manager Jurgen Klopp putting his players through their paces
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Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz fight conditions confirmed including earnings split
Jake Paul and Nate Diaz will face off in August, with the YouTube star looking to bounce back from a loss Tommy Fury and Diaz fighting outside the UFC for the first time since 2006
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Aguero rips into Ronaldo with "pure luck" dig and Messi comparison
Former Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero has given his thoughts on the Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo debate - with an underhanded dig at the Portuguese superstar
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England star Duckett makes Ashes promise and calls for end to 'friendly' rivalry
Ben Duckett is looking forward to testing England's 'Bazball' approach against Australia in the Ashes, having impressed at the top of the order since earning a recall
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Archer sparks Ashes fears as England star misses two IPL games with injury scare
England have suffered an injury scare ahead of the Ashes, with fast bowler Jofra Archer experiencing discomfort in his right elbow during the IPL having twice had surgery on it in recent years
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Verstappen tipped to break Hamilton and Schumacher record by F1 icons
With Red Bull and Max Verstappen currently dominating Formula 1, former world champion Damon Hill and ex-team owner Eddie Jordan believe he will surpass Lewis Hamilton and Michael Schumacher's seven world titles
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Chelsea 'hold Gavi transfer talks' as Lampard addresses Champions League hopes
Chelsea face a tough challenge in the Champions League quarter-finals, having been drawn against 14-time champions Real Madrid
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Cancelo showed exactly what he thought of Man City before fans booed his return
Joao Cancelo returned to Manchester City with Bayern Munich after the two teams were drawn against each other in the quarter-finals of the Champions League, having joined the German giants on loan until the end of the season
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Ben Stokes ramps up Ashes mind games with bold promise to Australian rivals
Ben Stokes has vowed not to change his attacking approach to captaincy when England take on Australia in a highly-anticipated Ashes series later this year
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England captain Ben Stokes calls for radical rule change after IPL controversy
Ben Stokes has suggested a major rule change after a controversial finish to an IPL game involving the Royal Challengers Bangalore and Lucknow Super Giants
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Ex-Arsenal star Nasri admits almost 'blowing fuse' after ex-boss 'took the p***'
Samir Nasri has revisited his controversial omission from France's 2014 World Cup squad, which led to him retiring from international football after Didier Deschamps "screwed up my dream"
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O'Sullivan reunites with coach who used unique methods in football and golf
Ronnie O'Sullivan has reunited with former coach Stephen Feeney as he attempts to win a record eighth World Snooker Championship this year, having admitted his game is "not where he wanted it to be"
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Man City vs Bayern predicted teams as Guardiola faces Champions League headache
Pep Guardiola and Thomas Tuchel are set to battle it out once more in the Champions League as Manchester City take on Bayern Munich in the quarter-finals
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Champions League power rankings as Premier League pair battle Europe's elite
The Champions League returns on Tuesday night with the first of the quarter-final clashes, with Premier League sides Manchester City and Chelsea both hoping to lift the trophy
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Liverpool send scouts to watch target viewed as cut-price Bellingham alternative
Liverpool have been heavily linked with a move for Borussia Dortmund and England midfielder Jude Bellingham, with Jurgen Klopp looking to rebuild his squad with the Reds currently eighth in the Premier League