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'You have got to back your style': Friend's Connacht looking within for motivation as Leinster head west

The Connacht boss isn’t getting his side all riled up for the visit of Leinster, he’s pushing for a big performance no matter who the opponent is.

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Nov 8th 2019, 7:15 AM

# January blues

Lampard 'very happy' with Chelsea squad as transfer ban appeal date is set

Chelsea’s transfer ban is “a little down my list”, says boss Frank Lampard ahead of his side’s Champions League clash with Ajax.

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Nov 5th 2019, 8:40 AM

# contact talks

'Mane is not a diver!' Klopp defends his star after Guardiola criticism

The Reds manager was frustrated to see criticism from the rival boss ahead of Liverpool’s Champions League meeting with Genk.

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Nov 4th 2019, 7:54 PM

# Preview

Eddie Jones' England have qualities to secure World Cup against Boks

Rassie Erasmus’ South Africans will back themselves to match the English power in Yokohama.

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Nov 2nd 2019, 12:57 AM

# slugfest

Gatland's Wales and Rassie's Boks to battle for final spot against England

The second semi-final in Yokohama promises to be a brutally physical affair.

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Oct 27th 2019, 1:15 AM

# Thriller

All Blacks clash with England shaping up to be a World Cup classic

Today’s semi-final in Yokohama will see Eddie Jones’ team desperate to bring the Kiwis down.

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Oct 26th 2019, 2:55 AM

# what crisis?

'Tottenham haven't forgotten how to play football' - Klopp

Spurs have struggled to find their best form so far this season, but Jurgen Klopp is wary of underestimating them.

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Oct 25th 2019, 10:58 PM

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All Blacks stand in the way as Ireland target first-ever World Cup semi-final

‘There’s nothing we can do about the previous results,’ said Ireland out-half Johnny Sexton.

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Oct 19th 2019, 8:20 AM

# Warrior code

It's do or die as Eddie Jones turns up heat ahead of England-Australia 'samurai' clash

The England chief is braced for the quarter-final meeting with rivals Australia in Oita.

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Oct 18th 2019, 9:13 AM

# KEY DUO

Liverpool receive double fitness boost ahead of Man United test

Alisson Becker and Joel Matip trained at Melwood on Tuesday ahead of the clash at Old Trafford.

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Oct 16th 2019, 4:11 PM

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McCarthy bemused by lack of positivity but few signs pointing to Irish win in Geneva

Based on the evidence of last weekend, Ireland will struggle tonight to find the result that can send them to Euro 2020 with a game to spare.

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Oct 15th 2019, 12:00 PM

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Prospect of win in Georgia puts Ireland tantalisingly close to Euro 2020 qualification

It won’t be straightforward, but should Ireland win tonight, they will dance out of Tbilisi…Flatley-style.

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Oct 12th 2019, 8:00 AM

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Ireland out to clinch World Cup quarter-final with bonus-point win over Samoans

Joe Schmidt’s side can save themselves a nervous Sunday by winning with four tries in Fukuoka today.

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Oct 12th 2019, 7:00 AM

# temperamental

Mancini warns Kean after red card against Ireland

The Italy U21 star was dismissed for pushing Republic of Ireland striker Troy Parrott in the chest.

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Oct 11th 2019, 9:08 PM

# tensions

Southgate: English football must solve its own racism issues

The Bulgarian FA chief was upset with remarks made by the England camp but Southgate has tried to defuse to the situation.

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Oct 10th 2019, 9:38 PM

# dutch courage

'They are fighting machines, they will get you by the throat' - Koeman wary of Northern Ireland threat

The Oranje host Michael O’Neill’s men in tonight’s Euro 2020 qualifier.

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Oct 10th 2019, 8:10 AM

# not having it

'If Liverpool put out a video of me like that, I'd leave' - Klopp slams Salzburg for releasing team-talk clip

A clip of manager Jesse Marsch’s half-time talk was published on social media.

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Oct 4th 2019, 7:20 PM

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'It doesn't matter if it's Russia or New Zealand - it's about getting back on the horse'

Ireland must bounce back from their shock defeat to Japan against Russia in Kobe today.

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Oct 3rd 2019, 3:38 AM

# Friendship

'He doesn't talk much and neither do I, so it is difficult for us' - Griezmann trying to bond with Messi

The Argentinian’s injury problems have also made it difficult for the pair to build a connection.

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Oct 1st 2019, 5:44 PM

# Long-term plan

Solskjaer: Improving Manchester United is no 'quick-fix job'

United host Arsenal in a crucial Premier League clash on Monday night.

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Sep 29th 2019, 1:27 PM

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Ireland's top-level Test experience should prove too much for hosts Japan

Joe Schmidt’s men are looking to ramp up their performance in Shizuoka today.

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Sep 28th 2019, 3:50 AM

# Griez lightning

Valverde reveals that Barcelona will appeal €300 fine over Griezmann transfer

Barca signed Griezmann in July for €120million but Atletico Madrid claimed they were owed a further €80m.

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Sep 27th 2019, 5:53 PM

# beck in action

Alisson to return to training on Sunday, Klopp confirms

The Brazilian has been out for the last seven weeks with a calf injury.

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Sep 27th 2019, 12:08 PM

# No Grudge

'Neymar did what he had to do' - No grief from PSG team-mate over attempted exit

The Brazilian seemed to want to rejoin his former club Barcelona during the summer.

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Sep 24th 2019, 9:34 PM

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After Super Saturday lives up to billing, Ireland get set to launch their World Cup

Joe Schmidt’s men have the forward power to start their campaign with a win.

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Sep 22nd 2019, 1:00 AM

# Toxic

Inter boss Conte despairs of Italian football's worsening 'hate' culture

‘I came back after three years and found everything worse,’ the former Chelsea manager said.

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Sep 20th 2019, 9:16 PM

# Preview

Culture Night: Here's what's on in the North and West

We’re previewing the best events for Culture Night.

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Sep 20th 2019, 6:20 AM

# Tension

Neuer wants to end tension with Germany team-mate Ter Stegen after war of words

Manuel Neuer says he is done speaking about his Germany rivalry with Marc-Andre ter Stegen.

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Sep 17th 2019, 4:17 PM

# Challenge

Liverpool not favourites against 'cheeky b*******' Napoli, says Klopp

The Premier League giants begin the defence of their European title at the Stadio San Paolo tonight.

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Sep 17th 2019, 1:59 PM

# Firepower

Mbappe and Cavani set to miss PSG's Champions League clash with Real Madrid

The French powerhouse will have a whole lot of talent sitting in the stands.

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Sep 16th 2019, 8:43 PM

# Unhappy

PSG ultras issue Neymar warning

The Brazil international joined PSG from Barcelona in a world-record €222million move two years ago.

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Sep 14th 2019, 11:25 AM

# Reaction

'People get into scrapes' - Sean Dyche on Danny Drinkwater nightclub incident

The on-loan Chelsea midfielder was reportedly attacked outside a venue in Manchester.

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Sep 12th 2019, 4:40 PM

# man on a mission

'I would not be wasting my time': Bale confident Wales can qualify for Euro 2020

The Real Madrid forward rescued his country against Azerbaijan in Cardiff.

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Sep 8th 2019, 3:59 PM

# Preview

'I couldn’t begin to describe how it has been for me. I’m loving every minute'

‘I’ve only changed little things, the handshake in the morning has been replaced by a group hug,’ IWNT caretaker boss, Tom O’Connor joked.

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Sep 2nd 2019, 1:19 PM

# Preview

Schmidt's Ireland need to show encouraging signs in Twickenham

After a disappointing Six Nations, this feels like a chance to gain some momentum.

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Aug 24th 2019, 8:00 AM

# Looking Back

Guardiola: I doubted milestone man David Silva

The Spanish star is set for his 400th Premier League game this weekend.

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Aug 23rd 2019, 8:59 PM

# Sidelined

Alisson improving but 'not that close' to Liverpool comeback

Liverpool are yet to put a time frame on the goalkeeper’s return from a calf issue suffered against Norwich City.

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Aug 23rd 2019, 4:04 PM

# Injury

Messi ruled out of Barcelona's La Liga opener tonight

Ernesto Valverde indicated the Barcelona captain will miss Friday’s game against Athletic Bilbao.

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Aug 16th 2019, 8:14 AM

# doubt

Kante a doubt for Chelsea's final showdown with Liverpool

Frank Lampard will field a strong team in the Uefa Super Cup but could be without his star midfielder.

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Aug 13th 2019, 5:18 PM

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Now or never for Ireland's World Cup hopefuls in Aviva audition

Joe Schmidt’s side begin their warm-up schedule against Italy this afternoon.

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Aug 10th 2019, 7:00 AM