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Aston Villa
Aston Villa is a professional football club based in Birmingham, England. Founded in 1874, the club has a rich history and is one of the oldest in English football. Aston Villa has won numerous domestic and international titles, including the prestigious European Cup in 1982. The team plays its home matches at Villa Park, a historic stadium known for its passionate fan base.
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Liverpool and Aston Villa open Harvey Elliott talks to CHANGE his loan-with-obligation deal after return from exile
02/02/26 14:25
Aston Villa and Liverpool are set to hold talks over the terms of Harvey Elliott's season-long loan move at Villa Park. The clubs agreed a deal last summer that meant Elliott would move to Villa for £35million in summer 2026 as long as he made 10 appearances. When it quickly became apparent Villa boss Unai Emery did not rate Elliott highly enough to spend that sum, the 22-year-old found himself on the sidelines. After appearing as a substitute in Villa's 2-0 win at Feyenoord on October 2, Elliott was left in the cold....read
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Unhappy Unai Emery calls out 'unfair' VAR call after Tammy Abraham's debut equaliser was chalked off during Aston Villa's 1-0 defeat by Brentford
01/02/26 19:11TOM COLLOMOSSE: Unai Emery hit out at the 'unfair' VAR call that put a huge dent in Aston Villa's dwindling title hopes. Emery rarely criticises officials and was also relatively restrained here.
Why Brentford's controversial VAR reprieve does not excuse Aston Villa - and how poor decision-making in the transfer window is taking its toll after a second successive home defeat, writes TOM COLLOMOSSE
01/02/26 16:37TOM COLLOMOSSE: First things first. A controversial VAR call is no excuse for Aston Villa to lose at home to Brentford, especially when the visitors played with 10 men for more than half the game.
Join our live video transfer Q&A on deadline day with our experts. What's really going on at your club? What's just a rumour? We have the contacts, you dictate the conversation
30/01/26 15:47Daily Mail Sport's team of transfer experts will be answering DailyMail+ subscribers' questions live on Monday afternoon at 3pm - and you can join in by signing up now.
Aston Villa learn their potential Europa League last-16 opponents after finishing in top eight - while Nottingham Forest and Celtic face play-off ties
29/01/26 23:46Aston Villa, Nottingham Forest and Celtic's paths through the Europa League knock-out stage has become clearer after the league phase of the competition drew to a conclusion.
Unai Emery gives another bleak assessment of Harvey Elliott's Aston Villa future after on-loan star made first appearance since October in Europa League win: 'Nothing has changed'
29/01/26 23:06TOM COLLOMOSSE AT VILLA PARK: The on-loan Liverpool player completed 90 minutes as Villa fought back to beat Red Bull Salzburg 3-2.
Aston Villa 3-2 RB Salzburg: Ollie Watkins' injury scare casts shadow over thrilling Europa League comeback, writes TOM COLLOMOSSE
29/01/26 22:28TOM COLLOMOSSE AT VILLA PARK: They came to cheer on their unlikely No9 and left worrying about the player who has long been one of the best in the Premier League in that role.
Crystal Palace agree £2million loan deal for Aston Villa's Evann Guessand, Raheem Sterling considers his options - and Newcastle say no to Kurt Zouma: TRANSFER WINDOW WATCH
29/01/26 07:35The transfer window is open and here are all the developments from Daily Mail Sport's Simon Jones - including the terms of Douglas Luiz's return to Aston Villa and Norwich's bid for Bodo goal hero.
Aston Villa confirm the return of Douglas Luiz on loan from Juventus - just 18 months after he left in £42.5m switch to Italian giants
28/01/26 18:24The midfielder's loan to Nottingham Forest, where he has spent the first half of the season, has been cancelled.
Why Aston Villa CAN win the title: The genius of Unai Emery, the crisis talks that turned their season around, the qualities Emery is banking on Tammy Abraham and Douglas Luiz bringing and club's hardline stance over Morgan Rogers
28/01/26 17:02No Premier League story can ever match Leicester City's glorious march to the title a decade ago, but if Aston Villa were to emulate them in May it would run it pretty close.
Latest on free agent Jesse Lingard's future as he considers offers in England and Italy as Liverpool reach decision over Tsimikas future: TRANSFER WINDOW WATCH
28/01/26 07:30The transfer window is open and here are today's developments from Daily Mail Sport's Simon Jones - including two Wolves goalkeepers attracting interest.
Alan Brazil, 66, to be replaced by Man United legend on talkSPORT show after being taken off air last week with illness
27/01/26 23:43The popular broadcaster, 66, has not presented since being taken off air mid-broadcast last Thursday while fronting his breakfast show with Gabriel Agbonlahor.
Paul Scholes tears into Arsenal, claiming they'd be the WORST side to win the Premier League and only ONE star would get in team of the season
27/01/26 21:34The Gunners are four points clear at the top of the table, with their lead cut at the weekend following their defeat by Manchester United, with rivals Manchester City and Aston Villa winning.
Aston Villa beat Chelsea to sign Douglas Luiz - as his Nottingham Forest loan is cancelled
27/01/26 13:17Douglas Luiz is set to sign for injury-hit Aston Villa on loan - despite rival interest from Chelsea. A deal has been agreed in principle and talks are now ongoing over terms.
Youri Tielemans set for spell on sidelines with ankle injury in major Aston Villa blow - as club eyes a move for Douglas Luiz or Ruben Loftus-Cheek to bolster depleted midfield
27/01/26 11:40EXCLUSIVE BY TOM COLLOMOSSE: Youri Tielemans has undergone a second assessment on the ankle injury that has forced Aston Villa to revive their interest in former midfielder Douglas Luiz.
Arsenal's 'mental strength' called into question by Patrick Vieira - as he calls out two top stars who 'didn't produce enough' against Man United
25/01/26 19:53The home loss saw Mikel Arteta's side's lead at the top of the Premier League and closest challengers Manchester City and Aston Villa to only four points following their challengers' wins.
Newcastle 0-2 Aston Villa: Visitors wore the look of title contenders in dominant win - they were technically and tactically superior to Eddie Howe's beaten side, writes CRAIG HOPE
25/01/26 16:29CRAIG HOPE AT ST JAMES' PARK: Not many will come to St James' Park and win without concession. In fact, Aston Villa are the first to do so in the Premier League this season.
'World's sexiest footballer' Alisha Lehmann, 27, makes her Leicester City Women debut - as forward comes on as a substitute in 2-1 defeat against old club West Ham United
25/01/26 14:59The forward, often dubbed the 'world's sexiest footballer', only signed for the Foxes on Thursday but was put straight into their squad for the match on Sunday afternoon.
Crystal Palace vs Chelsea - Premier League RECAP: Re-live all the reaction from the Blues' win over 10-man Eagles, while Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest celebrate away victories too
25/01/26 12:32Re-live Daily Mail Sport's live blog for Sunday's 2pm games featuring Crystal Palace vs Chelsea, Newcastle vs Aston Villa and Brentford vs Nottingham Forest.
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe sends pointed message to Premier League rivals and will 'stretch every ounce of energy and effort' from his squad
24/01/26 22:30CRAIG HOPE: Eddie Howe says restrictive financial rules only sharpen his desire to 'upset the status quo', reminding his rivals that football is played on grass and not a spreadsheet.
Chelsea hit with £150,000 fine after water bottle was thrown from dugout at Aston Villa coaches
23/01/26 15:58The identify of the actual thrower from the Blues technical area has not been found despite an FA and club investigation.
Aston Villa closing in on Tammy Abraham return: Striker, 28, could join Unai Emery's side NEXT WEEK
23/01/26 11:16TOM COLLOMOSSE: The former Chelsea forward is currently on a season's loan at Besiktas from Roma but is a favourite of Villa boss Unai Emery, who has made him a priority target.
Incredible record that explains why Eddie Howe is desperate for Bruno Guimaraes to get fit for Sunday's clash with Aston Villa
23/01/26 10:48CRAIG HOPE: Guimaraes suffered an ankle injury during Wednesday's 3-0 win over PSV in the Champions League and faces a race against time to make the squad this weekend.
'Being treated like animals': Supporters' fury as Aston Villa's disabled support in Turkey are forced to watch match from a yellow 'CAGE' during win over Fenerbahce
23/01/26 09:33Around 2,000 travelling supporters made the trip from the West Midlands to Istanbul as Unai Emery's side ran out 1-0 winners through Jadon Sancho's first-half strike.
Alan Brazil, 66, is forced to miss his TalkSPORT show again after being taken ill - as his replacement reveals exactly what's wrong with presenter
23/01/26 07:53The popular broadcaster, 66, sparked concern when he failed to return to his presenting duties alongside Gabriel Agbonlahor after a break during the show on Thursday.
Premier League clubs have lost a staggering £4.9 BILLION since 1992 - here's why Arsenal are miles better than anyone else at combining saving and silverware, and where YOUR club ranks in the profit table
23/01/26 02:00A sense of Premier League clubs' relentless spending arrived in data published this week which revealed that since the competition's launch in 1992, its clubs have lost £4.99billion between them.
Unai Emery in heated clash with his OWN player: Aston Villa boss SHOVES Youri Tielemans and screams in his face in furious row after star was taken off during Europa League win at Fenerbahce
22/01/26 20:31Unai Emery shoved Youri Tielemans in an extraordinary touchline show of aggression towards his own player after subbing him off.
Fenerbahce 0-1 Aston Villa: Electric Jadon Sancho proves why he's an important piece of Unai Emery's puzzle with winning goal - but visitors must still bolster one key position in January, writes NATHAN SALT
22/01/26 19:52In deafening conditions inside the Chobani Stadium in Istanbul, Unai Emery's side ran the show to seal progression in Europe in what was their sixth win from seven Europa League matches.
Listeners left concerned after legendary radio presenter Alan Brazil, 66, is forced off talkSPORT show after falling ill
22/01/26 13:43Former Scotland and Manchester United star Alan Brazil was taken off talkSPORT this morning after being taken ill.
Wolves explore January deal for Kalvin Phillips, MLS club join summer fight for Bernardo Silva... and Chelsea close in on landing highly-rated Championship star: TRANSFER WINDOW WATCH
22/01/26 08:00The transfer window is open and here are today's developments from Daily Mail Sport's Simon Jones, including the West Ham star wanted by Turkish giants Galatasaray...
Tottenham transfer briefing: Micky van de Ven future in doubt with rivals ready to pounce, the Brentford star Thomas Frank wants a reunion with, his plan for £13million Souza, the players heading for January exit and Yan Diomande update
21/01/26 12:00Our Tottenham expert MATT BARLOW brings you the latest on the transfer comings and goings at the club with under a fortnight to go until the window shuts.
Aston Villa consider move for former Chelsea and England midfielder as Unai Emery looks for cover following Boubacar Kamara setback
21/01/26 09:26SIMON JONES AND TOM COLLOMOSSE: Villa's most important player, Kamara is set to miss a significant part of the season with the knee injury sustained at Tottenham earlier this month.
Aston Villa officials jet in to Turkey for Tammy Abraham talks - as transfer chiefs attempt to broker deal with Besiktas to bring forward back to Villa Park
20/01/26 15:00Daily Mail Sport understands Villa transfer chief Roberto Olabe attended Besiktas' 1-0 win over Kayserispor, with Abraham playing all but the final few seconds of the Super Lig encounter.
Aston Villa transfer special: Latest on Tammy Abraham pursuit after club officials' mission to Turkey, the player in line for a shock recall to Unai Emery's squad and what Boubacar Kamara injury blow means for Dani Ceballos move
20/01/26 12:00Unai Emery cut a frustrated figure after Aston Villa's home defeat by Everton - and anyone who studies the club during transfer windows knows this is no surprise.
Morgan Rogers blasts expected goals as 'a load of nonsense' - as Aston Villa star insists their style is what 'fans want to see'
19/01/26 16:07The expected goals (xG) metric measures the statistical quality of chances created during a game and quantifies the likelihood of them being scored.
Aston Villa transfer briefing: The latest on deals for Tammy Abraham and Dani Ceballos, the one area Unai Emery really wants to strengthen, why Harvey Elliott is staying put... and why Jean-Philippe Mateta move looks unlikely
19/01/26 12:56It's been a cracking season for Unai Emery's men but they need reinforcements. Here, our Villa expert TOM COLLOMOSSE answers five big questions about the window.
Unai Emery admits Aston Villa's defeat by Everton could make 'a big difference' to whether they achieve their aims this season as they miss chance to close gap to Arsenal
18/01/26 19:50TOM COLLOMOSSE: Everton's 1-0 win at Villa Park ended a run of 11 straight wins on home turf for Emery's men and ensures Arsenal end the weekend seven points clear.
Aston Villa 0-1 Everton: The off-field problems Unai Emery's side MUST solve if they are to secure Champions League place, never mind fight for the title, writes TOM COLLOMOSSE
18/01/26 19:14TOM COLLOMOSSE: Aston Villa's 11-game unbeaten run was brought to a grinding halt on Sunday as they slipped to a 1-0 defeat against Everton at Villa Park.
Aston Villa vs Everton - Premier League RECAP: Toffees earn deserved win to deal hosts' title hopes a major blow
18/01/26 15:01Relive Daily Mail Sport's live blog for the latest score, team news and updates as Aston Villa welcome Everton to Villa Park in the Premier League.
Arsenal were denied a 'very clear penalty' during goalless draw at Nottingham Forest, fumes Mikel Arteta - as he labels officials' explanation for not awarding spot-kick as 'not right'
17/01/26 21:10In the second half, Ola Aina appeared to have committed handball when he and Elliot Anderson tried shielding the ball on the touchline in their own box, which struck the defender's arm.
The pivotal moment that sparked Leeds' revolution under Daniel Farke - and how unity and resilience has become the club's greatest strength, writes DOMINIC KING
17/01/26 11:01DOMINIC KING: It would not be viewed as a sensible starting point for a conversation, to get a Premier League manager shaking his head and disagreeing firmly, but here we are.
Chelsea step up pursuit of Ligue 1 star, Newcastle eye Brugge left back - and Leeds join three-way chase for £40m-rated Wolves star: TRANSFER WINDOW WATCH
17/01/26 08:00The transfer window is open and here are today's latest developments from Daily Mail Sport's Simon Jones, including three Premier League clubs chasing a £40m-rated Wolves star.
Unai Emery accuses rivals of playing DIRTY to stop Morgan Rogers - but tells Aston Villa stars to adapt to rough treatment
16/01/26 22:30TOM COLLOMOSSE: Unai Emery has accused Aston Villa's rivals of playing dirty to stop star attacker Morgan Rogers. Rogers has been fouled 27 times in the league this year.
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16/01/26 18:54The weekend kicks off with the Manchester derby and a potential baptism of fire for new interim head coach Michael Carrick as he welcomes his side's ultra-dominant rivals to Old Trafford.
Aston Villa could be without key player for 'a long time', admits Unai Emery - as he targets move to bring an England international back to Villa Park
16/01/26 15:31The star is arguably Villa's key player and their results when he is in the team are significantly better than when he is not.
Prince William and George's sporting double act
16/01/26 13:18We know from his love of polo and attendance at Aston Villa matches that Prince William has always had a passion for sport - but his son Prince George is clearly taking after him.
Barry back for Belarus after Carrick fails his England audition in Ukraine
15/01/26 10:55Gareth Barry has 17 England caps under Fabio Capello so he cannot have expected the axe to swing. But replacement Michael Carrick appears to have failed his midfield audition.
Tammy Abraham makes stance clear on prospect of rejoining former club Aston Villa - with ex-Chelsea striker linked with return to Premier League, despite impressive form for Besiktas
14/01/26 11:29Though Abraham is performing well at Besiktas and is settled in Istanbul, the prospect of a return to the Premier League is one he is considering seriously.
Conor Gallagher set to sign five-and-a-half-year contract at Tottenham - after they stepped in to beat Aston Villa to £34.6m move
13/01/26 09:36SIMON JONES: He will join from Atletico Madridi in a deal worth £34.6million after being convinced in a phone call with manager Thomas Frank.
Eric Dier reluctant to leave Monaco with Premier League club keen, Man Utd striker discussing Bradford loan - and Aston Villa could axe £21m star they only signed a year ago: TRANSFER WINDOW WATCH
13/01/26 08:00The transfer window is open and here are today's latest developments from Daily Mail Sport's Simon Jones...
West Ham reject £30m bid from Flamengo for Lucas Paqueta - with star wanting a return to Brazil after asking not to play in FA Cup win over QPR
12/01/26 13:55West Ham are reluctant to sanction a sale this month amid interest and talk that Flamengo could offer £35million.
Named: The Premier League boss Man United asked about before - but couldn't get now, the clubs who let themselves down and a fatuous pundit comment: IAN LADYMAN on My FA Cup Weekend
12/01/26 12:00At Manchester United they continue to talk about the importance of the club's DNA - but why should this be more important at Old Trafford than anywhere else?
Tottenham were 'nowhere near' good enough to beat Aston Villa during FA Cup third-round exit, admits Micky van de Ven - as defender bemoans their first-half 'mentality'
11/01/26 11:09Spurs hit a new low under Thomas Frank as two first-half goals from Villa midfielders Emi Buendia and Morgan Rogers rendered Wilson Odobert's strike after 54 minutes no more than consolation.
Tottenham 1-2 Aston Villa: Spurs' season virtually over after being dumped out of FA Cup, as Emi Buendia and Morgan Rogers heap misery on Thomas Frank's side
10/01/26 20:34MATT BARLOW AT TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR STADIUM: Look beyond the frenzied second-half display and you will find Tottenham's season virtually at an end.
Aston Villa fans mock Thomas Frank by claiming he supports Arsenal in hilarious chant days after he drank from Tottenham's rival's coffee cup
10/01/26 18:58Aston Villa fans have joked that Thomas Frank supports Arsenal in a hilarious new chant after the Tottenham manager was spotted drinking from a coffee cup with the Gunners logo on it.
Tottenham vs Aston Villa - FA Cup RECAP: Thomas Frank suffers ANOTHER defeat as sack calls intensify - and ugly scenes break out at the final whistle
10/01/26 16:30Re-live Daily Mail Sport's live blog for the score, team news and updates as Tottenham hosted Aston Villa at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium in the FA Cup.
Aston Villa exploring move for former Chelsea star - as Unai Emery targets January reinforcements to help shock title push
09/01/26 17:33SIMON JONES: Villa want a forward as well as a midfielder and cover in defence to give Emery a shot at a Premier League title challenge or at least a Champions League qualification place.
Tottenham captain Cristian Romero discovers punishment over red card reaction against Liverpool
09/01/26 16:06Tottenham captain Cristian Romero was sent off for two yellow cards against Liverpool and served an automatic one-match ban in the next fixture, against Crystal Palace.
Crystal Palace 0-0 Aston Villa: Oliver Glasner stops Unai Emery AGAIN... so were Manchester United chiefs keeping tabs as pair are linked with Old Trafford hotseat?
07/01/26 22:07England manager Thomas Tuchel was keeping warm in the posh seats at Selhurst Park and he was not the only neutral with a keen eye on this fixture.
Fulham vs Chelsea - Premier League RECAP: Latest score, team news and updates as Marc Cucurella is SENT OFF in front of new manager Liam Rosenior
07/01/26 18:15Re-live Daily Mail Sport's live blog from today's Premier League fixtures featuring Fulham vs Chelsea, Man City vs Brighton, Bournemouth vs Tottenham and Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa.
Liverpool land 19-year-old Burnley centre back, Southampton £7m summer signing heads for the exit - and West Ham are locked in race to sign Brazilian star with Serie A suitors: TRANSFER WINDOW WATCH
07/01/26 08:15Daily Mail Sport brings you the latest updates and insights from the January transfer market with West Ham locked in negotiations for a Brazilian goalkeeper.
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Bournemouth 2-3 Arsenal: Declan Rice fires first top flight brace of Gunners career as Premier League leaders march six points clear at the top
03/01/26 19:55JAMES SHARPE AT VITALITY STADIUM: Declan Rice raced over to the Arsenal fans tucked into the corner, grabbed the television camera in both hands, and planted a smacker right on the lens.
Aston Villa 3-1 Nottingham Forest: Ollie Watkins fires back at his critics in style... but trouble is brewing for Sean Dyche after a rotten display bereft of ambition
03/01/26 14:50TOM COLLOMOSSE AT VILLA PARK: Sean Dyche might be lucky to last 10 more games if he cannot halt Nottingham Forest's worrying slide.
Premier League academies are at war - and these are the murky tactics and dirty tricks at play to steal rivals' best talents: We reveal the tapping up, bans, revenge signings and promises of flash cars, big houses and jobs for parents
03/01/26 02:00Chelsea executives in the Stamford Bridge corridors of power are still fuming with anger at how their best talent, Rio Ngumoha, was poached from under their noses by Liverpool. They want revenge.
Unai Emery gives Emi Martinez brutal wake-up call after errors at Chelsea and Arsenal - as Aston Villa boss warns he may need 'boxing gloves'
02/01/26 22:30TOM COLLOMOSSE: Emi Martinez has been ordered to wake up to the harsh reality of modern goalkeeping following his high-profile blunders against Chelsea and Arsenal.
Harvey Elliott's American escape route: MLS side willing to offer Liverpool star a lifeline amid Aston Villa nightmare... as Unai Emery reveals reason he's been frozen out
02/01/26 09:16SIMON JONES: The 22-year-old is on loan at Aston Villa but has been frozen out by Unai Emery and looks unlikely to figure.
Thomas Frank responds to Spurs boo boys after drab Brentford draw as frustrated fans chant 'boring, boring Tottenham' at their OWN team
01/01/26 23:49MATT BARLOW AT THE GTECH COMMUNITY STADIUM: The Spurs boss was greeted by dissent when he went over to the away end at the final whistle following a drab 0-0 draw.
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Newcastle United January transfer briefing: The young left back on club's radar, major update on the chase for Kees Smit, development in the goalkeeping department and the veteran on his way out
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Bitter Emi Martinez aims subtle dig at referee on social media after Aston Villa goalkeeper's costly mistake during humbling defeat at Arsenal
31/12/25 12:30Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinezhas taken a swipe at the officiating during his side's humbling defeat at former club Arsenal on Tuesday night.
'How is this allowed?': Fans notice Mikel Arteta's antics that appeared to put off Jadon Sancho in Aston Villa win - and it's not first time Arsenal boss has done it!
31/12/25 12:19Fans are incensed after appearing to spot Mikel Arteta deploying one of his dark arts tricks to gain Arsenal the briefest of advantages against Aston Villa.
'He shouldn't be starting!': Jamie Carragher makes bold Arsenal selection claim after Gabriel Jesus' goalscoring return from injury
31/12/25 11:03The 27-year-old missed a handful of big chances and struggled to have an impact on Arsenal's attacking play, despite the league leaders impressively dispatching their title rivals.
Emi Martinez involved in furious row with Arsenal supporters at the end of Aston Villa's heavy defeat at the Emirates
31/12/25 09:56Emi Martinez was led away after being goaded by Arsenal supporters as the Aston Villa goalkeeper went down the tunnel after his side's heavy defeat at the Emirates on Tuesday.
'I can't wait forever. It was cold': Unai Emery's bizarre reason why he snubbed Mikel Arteta handshake after bruising defeat by Arsenal - but new footage reveals the truth
31/12/25 08:59The Gunners struck four times in the second half to claim a statement win at the Emirates, delivering a hammer blow to a Villa side who were subject to growing talk of a Premier League title challenge.
Unai Emery's substitutions against Arsenal told their own story with the January transfer window just days away - and the subtle changes that point to a summer exit for Emi Martinez, writes TOM COLLOMOSSE
31/12/25 07:00TOM COLLOMOSSE: In the build-up to Arsenal's clash with Aston Villa, Jamie Carragher was invited to discuss the Premier League leaders' starting XI.
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Dalton Smith, 28, WINS light-welterweight world title after knocking out 'monster' Subriel Matias in Brooklyn - and celebrates by pouring pints and singing with fans in a pub
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Arsenal rally around Kyra Cooney-Cross with touching tribute after Matildas superstar revealed heartbreaking family update
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Marc Guehi fronts up to furious Crystal Palace fans after huge FA Cup humiliation against Macclesfield - as saga over captain's future at the club rumbles on
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John Rooney dedicates Macclesfield FC's historic FA Cup upset to his late player Ethan McLeod, 21, who died just 25 days before win against Crystal Palace
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Kai Rooney banned from wearing his own boots by Manchester United - and father Wayne says it's a good thing!
Talented academy star
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Ricky Hatton's son finds love with the daughter of late boxing legend's 'best pal' - as couple share loved-up snaps just months after his dad's tragic death
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Meet the worst athletes EVER: The 'slowest 100m runner in history', a swimmer who hadn't even heard of the Olympics... and the Egyptian tennis flop
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EXCLUSIVEPrince Naseem Hamed blasts new film about his life as pure Hollywood fiction... as he comes out swinging and vows to set the record straight
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Cristiano Ronaldo 'set to ABANDON his dream retirement villa project' - after spending £30m and four years on it - but superstar could host his wedding there
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Arsenal fans brand Gary Neville a 'disgrace' over his surprise Liverpool players 'didn't whack' Gabriel Martinelli - as Brazilian breaks silence
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Laura Woods calls disgraced ex-Sky Sports anchor Richard Keys a 't**t' as row erupts over his 'tribute' to Terry Yorath which featured a dig at Gabby Logan
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Hunt for the mysterious 'world's worst tennis player': Egyptian tennis chiefs say they know NOTHING about 21-year-old, who flew in before her viral failure
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Embarrassing moment Tottenham boss Thomas Frank is seen holding an ARSENAL cup before Premier League clash with Bournemouth
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Bruno Fernandes' cosy catch up with Ruben Amorim's No 2: Axed boss' 'key ally' spotted meeting assistant following dramatic sacking
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Lionel Messi reveals his VERY 'weird' favourite alcoholic drink - with secret ingredient which 'hits faster' - as Argentinian star enjoys well-earned rest
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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer back in Cheshire and emerging as contender to be Man United interim head coach - as sources reveal ANOTHER club legend on the shortlist
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Enzo Maresca makes MAJOR omission in his Chelsea exit statement as boss breaks his silence after being branded 'unprofessional and disrespectful'
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Michael Schumacher's son Mick finds comfort with new female companion in a difficult week for his family
Dad's birthday
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Grinning Ruben Amorim and his delighted-looking wife are seen for first time since Man United sacking at their Cheshire mansion
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The Premier League's most wanted man baptised on Bournemouth beach! Man City-bound star Semenyo credits faith for his form
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Revealed: Harry Kane's net worth 'soars to more than £100MILLION' as England captain enjoys bumper year on and off the pitch
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Chelsea fans uncover old footage of No 1 manager target Liam Rosenior hitting out at about 'scattergun' transfer policies
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Anthony Joshua's close friend admits 'everybody is worried' about how the boxing star will recover from 'traumatising' crash that killed his two friends
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Jake Paul's fiancee Jutta Leerdam says she's 'still in shock' after fall that has left her Olympics dream in the balance
Chances in jeopardy
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Michael van Gerwen leaves his Ally Pally hotel with new mystery brunette companion - after darts star's ex-wife spoke out on 'mistake' of getting pregnant with new lover while they were still married
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Tyson Fury breaks his silence on Anthony Joshua's car crash - and appears to confirm his return from boxing retirement despite their £100m fight being thrown into doubt
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Luke Littler turns on Ally Pally crowd after being booed: Darts star, 18, survives scare to reach last eight then goads fans with 'prize money' jibe
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Diogo Jota's two sons to join mascots at Anfield ahead of first Premier League meeting between Portugal star's former two clubs since his death
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Jake Paul breaks his silence on ex-rival Anthony Joshua's shock car crash in Nigeria... just days after their fight
Classy statement
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Deion Sanders finally goes public with new girlfriend 21 years younger than him