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# Denial

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England deny they've made an approach for Australia coach Michael Cheika
Reports in Australia say Justin Leonard spoke to the former Leinster coach during the World Cup.
'We're happy that it didn't happen' - Crossmaglen deny biting allegations
Crossmaglen’s joint-manager Oisin McConville has refuted allegations that a Cargin player was bitten yesterday.
Navas: I never thought about leaving for Manchester United
The Real Madrid goalkeeper was close to joining the Premier League side on transfer deadline day.
I'm not a dictator, insists Louis van Gaal
The 64-year-old admitted Wayne Rooney and Michael Carrick came to him after the opening match of the season.
The organisation who tried to take Aldo's urine sample claims it did nothing wrong
The UFC featherweight champion was due to fight Conor McGregor at UFC 189, only to pull out through injury.
Tiger Woods' agent denies reports he's been sleeping with another golfer's ex
The former world number one had been reportedly seeing Jason Dufner’s ex-wife.
Ronaldo hits back at 'false news' amid reports of Real rift
The rumours have been met with a strong rebuttal by the Portugal superstar.
Premier League footballer pleads not guilty to charges of sexual activity with underage girl
Sunderland’s Adam Johnson appeared in court today and his trial is scheduled to begin in August.
Model Janice Dickinson sues Bill Cosby for defamation
This comes after Cosby’s denial that he raped the former model in 1982.
Former England manager denies claiming he was asked not to pick 'too many' black players
Graham Taylor insists he cannot recall telling an anti-racism in football campaigner that he had been told to limit the number of black players in his England squads.
Hummels: I did not promise to join Manchester United
The defender has admitted he is considering his future though.
Referee says 'no mistaken identity' as Poyet pledges to look again
Roger East has defended his controversial decision to send off Wes Brown in Sunderland’s defeat to Manchester United.
School that cancelled homophobic bullying workshop say it will go ahead 'at a future date'
Volunteers say they were told the cancellation was because “both sides of the argument should be represented”.
The 11 inevitable stages of getting sick in January
A nice start to the year for all.
Did Roy Keane scorch the earth at Aston Villa? Paul Lambert denies it
Lambert says the reports about Keane’s Villa exit are untrue.
Gerry Adams is not a member of ISIS
Or so he says anyway.
Tubes asks Ashley Young about the time a bird pooed in his mouth
Sure thing Ashley, we believe you…
Arturo Vidal: I'm not going to Manchester United
The Chile midfielder returned to Turin on Thursday following an extended post-World Cup break.
Osama bin Laden’s son-in-law found guilty of conspiracy to kill Americans
Abu Ghaith is most famous for appearing in a video with bin Laden the day after the 9/11 attacks.
Brian McDermott at centre of Leeds United chaos
The club have performed a remarkable U-turn on Saturday as they revealed their manager has not been sacked.
The characteristics of the Parental Sex Talk
Aside from general embarrassment, of course.
Barca slam media 'attack' on Messi entourage
The club have rejected reports linking the Nou Camp talisman’s family with an alleged Colombian drug money laundering operation.
Gerry Adams never led secret inquiry into Sinn Féin/IRA sexual abuse - SF
Gerry Adams said an article which says he led the covert internal inquiry was “scurrilous”.
Real Madrid deny Gareth Bale has slipped disc
The Welsh star has played just three competitive matches since making the big move to Spain.
Opinion: Drugs aren't the real problem in sport, hoping they don't exist is
With PEDs once again making headlines in baseball, it’d be foolish to think your favourite sport is clean.
Extract: The 5 emotional stages of debt
Determination, resolve and belief is what you need to overcome your debt problems, says financial expert Liam Croke who has some tips to help.
Fergie never asks anyone to snub England - Carrick
The United boss recently said he found international friendlies a hindrance to his own work at Old Trafford.
There's nothing wrong with Spain, insists Cazorla
The Arsenal man defended his teammates after their disappointing draw with Finland.
NASA denies report that Voyager left solar system
The US space agency described a report published today as “premature”.
Arsenal: We have had no contact over a potential takeover
An investment group from the Gulf region have been linked with a £1.5billion offer for the North London club.
Cristiano Ronaldo: There is no doping in football
The winger also dismissed suggestions that there was animosity between Jose Mourinho and him.
It wasn't me: here's some of Lance Armstrong's doping denials through the years
“You are not worth the chair that you’re sitting on,” Armstrong told Irish journalist Paul Kimmage.
Arsene Wenger rules out Thierry Henry loan
The Arsenal coach believes his squad already possesses sufficient attacking options.
Doctor: 'I never saw Lance Armstrong dope'
Michele Ferrari has said he did not see the cyclist take drugs.
Going nowhere: Long plays down transfer rumours
The West Brom striker has also encouraged his side to remain positive despite their recent dip in form.
'I don't think about these things' - Ancelotti laughs off Mourinho job swap
The coach did admit that he would like to manage Real Madrid “one day”.
Champions League: Benitez happy for Torres to continue current form
The Spaniard reinforced his backing for the struggling striker, saying he helps the team in other areas (like clearing away corner kicks).
Benitez rules out Lukaku January return
The 19-year-old has scored five Premier League goals for West Brom so far this season.
I am not a diver, insists Tottenham's Gareth Bale
Meanwhile, Andre Villas Boas has admitted the club’s star winger could be sold.
Brazilian FA rule out Josep Guardiola as coach
The former Barcelona boss has recently been linked with the prestigious role.