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# difference of opinion

This year
2023
Declan Rice responds to Graeme Souness and Roy Keane criticisms
The 24-year-old has come under the spotlight in recent months as the Hammers battle to stay in the Premier League.
FA ‘fundamentally disagrees’ with own independent panel amid racism investigation
Kick It Out labelled the former Crawley coach John Yems’ discriminatory language ‘simply shocking’.
Last year
2022
Van Gaal hits back at critics ahead of last-16 showdown
The 71-year-old is unbeaten in a record 10 World Cup matches as a coach.
Gabriel Jesus says he left City over Guardiola style of play
The 25-year-old has made a sensational start at the Emirates.
PGA stars push back on LIV players' call for world ranking points change
Meanwhile, Greg Norman will visit US lawmakers in Washington this week.
Mike Brown accuses Eddie Jones of using Ben Te’o bust-up as excuse to drop him
Neither player was taken to the 2019 World Cup following a training-camp altercation before the tournament.
All time
Sean Dyche responds after Jurgen Klopp accuses Burnley of putting players’ safety at risk
The Clarets boss has insisted player welfare is ‘off the scale’.
Watch: Roy Keane and Jamie Carragher have heated Cristiano Ronaldo debate
The former Ireland star was critical of Man United’s decision to leave the Portuguese superstar out of the starting XI.
Pep Guardiola told to stick to coaching after comments on Manchester City fans
The general secretary of the official supporters’ club has had his say on the manager.
Neil Lennon demands apology from former Celtic striker
Andy Walker criticised the club for ‘dismal governance’ over the trip, which he labelled ‘a jolly’.
Uruguay language academy irate over Cavani 'negrito' sanction
On Thursday, the Football Association in England announced the punishment over the 33-year-old’s use of the term.
Carragher criticises Brady's proposal to leave Premier League season null and void
The former Red is of the opinion that the only fair solution is to allow the top flight to finish when it is safe to continue playing.
Solskjaer defends Man United tactics after Van Gaal jibe
The Dutch coach made some critical comments in an interview last week.
'Neymar, don't change a thing!' PSG hit back at poll questioning Brazil star
Radio station RTL ran a survey in which 78% of football fans agreed that the Brazil star “plays a dangerous game”.
Pochettino responds to Tottenham star's questioning of Spurs' presence at Wembley
The Argentine head coach has praised the national stadium in the wake of Danny Rose’s criticism.
'I'd tell Harry that I don't agree with that. You'd have to put a gun to my head for me to not show up'
James McClean says that while he disagreed with the midfielder’s stance, the Cardiff star has his “backing” now.
A brief history of Irish players falling out with the national team's management
Harry Arter is not the first Ireland player to step away from international football.
Ozil's racism claims nonsense, says Kroos
The 29-year-old Arsenal midfielder retired from internationals following Germany’s shock World Cup group-stage exit.
'He seems to live in a constant fear. Not so much of defeats but of the loss of power and authority'
Man City boss Pep Guardiola has been criticised again by former Bayern doctor Hans-Wilhelm Muller-Wohlfahrt.
Wenger fires back after Henry's Alexis dig: Pundits can't be intelligent all the time
“It’s difficult sometimes when you are paid to talk and only say things that are true and intelligent,” he said.
'I thought it was better to send on Insigne' - De Rossi explains dugout argument with Italy coach
The Roma midfielder has explained his animated discussions in Italy’s dugout.
Chelsea striker Batshuayi unhappy with Fifa 18 rating
The Blues forward is less than pleased with his new score.
You cannot be serious: Murray hits back at McEnroe claim
The American legend may have given the Scot a little extra motivation with his criticism.
Pep Guardiola rejects Gary Neville's Man City criticism
“I think it’s more physical in England because of the way the referees conduct the games,” he said.
Chelsea boss Conte disagrees with Fabregas over Hazard advice
The Belgian international needs to be more “selfish” according to his teammate.
UFC denies Georges St-Pierre's claims his contract has been terminated
The promotion insists the three-time welterweight champion is not a free agent.
'Roy Keane was a world-class player, despite what Sir Alex Ferguson says'
Martin O’Neill has backed his assistant after the former United manager’s controversial comments.
'It just defies logic' - An ex-Ireland coach does not agree with Shaun Edwards
The Welsh defence coach thinks the choke tackle should be banned.
Paul Kimmage spoke about drugs in rugby again last night but Cian Healy disagrees with him
The issue about doping in rugby has generated a lot of recent debate.
Tête-à-tête: Premiership's BT deal in breach of regulations, says ERC
The governing body has agreed a new four-year broadcast deal with Sky while contending that Premiership Rugby was not in a position to sell exclusive rights for European cup fixtures.