Stephen Topping
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Sergio Floccari goal gives Sassuolo win at Palermo
A first-half strike from Sergio Floccari gives Sassuolo a 1-0 away win at Palermo in Serie A, as the hosts struggle to break their opponents down.
Sep 23, 22:20
Matt Jarvis, Kyle Lafferty help Norwich City to win over West Bromwich Albion
Goals from Matt Jarvis and Kyle Lafferty help Norwich City to a convincing 3-0 win over West Bromwich Albion at Carrow Road in the League Cup.
Sep 23, 21:47
Chelsea score four to knock Walsall out
Second-half goals from Kenedy and Pedro help Chelsea to a 4-1 away victory over Walsall in the League Cup.
Sep 23, 21:44
Mathieu Flamini double gives Arsenal win at Tottenham Hotspur
A double from Mathieu Flamini gives Arsenal a 2-1 win in the League Cup at Tottenham Hotspur, while Calum Chambers scores an own goal for the hosts.
Sep 23, 21:41
Half-Time Report: Goalless between Norwich City, West Bromwich Albion at break
Norwich City and West Bromwich Albion play out a goalless first half in their League Cup clash at Carrow Road.
Sep 23, 20:44
Half-Time Report: Ramires, Loic Remy goals give Chelsea lead, James O'Connor scores for Walsall
Goals from Ramires and Loic Remy put Chelsea 2-1 ahead over Walsall in the League Cup, who pulled a goal back before the break through James O'Connor.
Sep 23, 20:42
Half-Time Report: Mathieu Flamini goal gives Arsenal lead over Tottenham Hotspur at break
A Mathieu Flamini goal gives Arsenal a 1-0 lead over local rivals Tottenham Hotspur in their League Cup clash at White Hart Lane.
Sep 23, 20:37
Team News: Norwich City make eight changes for West Bromwich Albion, Lindegaard makes debut
Norwich City make eight changes for their clash with West Bromwich Albion, as Lewis Grabban and Dieumerci Mbokani start, while Anders Lindegaard debuts for the Baggies.
Sep 23, 19:11
Team News: Chelsea make eight changes for Walsall, Milan Lalkovic starts against old club
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho makes eight changes for his side's League Cup clash with Walsall, as Radamel Falcao and Loic Remy start up front and John Terry returns.
Sep 23, 19:06
Team News: Tottenham Hotspur make eight changes for Arsenal, Aaron Ramsey keeps place
Tottenham Hotspur make eight changes for their clash with Arsenal, as Andros Townsend and Christian Eriksen start, while only Aaron Ramsey remains for the visitors.
Sep 23, 18:58
Tyson Fury: "It's my time to shine"
Heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury suggests that he is delighted to have the chance to fight Wladimir Klitschko, and insists that he is taking his opponent seriously.
Sep 23, 14:59
Southampton include Ryan Bertrand for MK Dons clash
Southampton manager Ronald Koeman confirms that defender Ryan Bertrand will be included in the matchday squad for his side's League Cup clash with MK Dons.
Sep 23, 14:48
Garry Monk: 'Swansea City fringe players must wait'
Swansea City manager Garry Monk insists that his side's fringe players must wait for their next opportunity after failing to impress in their 1-0 defeat by Hull City.
Sep 23, 14:31
Wladimir Klitschko: 'Tyson Fury can become clown'
Heavyweight champion boxer Wladimir Klitschko suggests that Tyson Fury can become a clown in the Cirque du Soleil after losing their upcoming fight.
Sep 23, 14:17
Tyson Fury dresses as Batman at press conference, fights The Joker
Heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury dresses up as Batman at a press conference with Wladimir Klitschko, before wrestling a man dressed as The Joker in a stunt.
Sep 23, 13:53
Stuart Barnes: 'Stuart Lancaster making wrong call for Wales clash'
Former England player Stuart Barnes believes that coach Stuart Lancaster will make the "wrong call" if he picks Owen Farrell over George Ford at fly-half against Wales.
Sep 23, 13:30
Bayern Munich defender Rafinha turns down Brazil call-up
Bayern Munich defender Rafinha turns down a call-up from Brazil coach Dunga, after the right-back considered his long-term place in the national team.
Sep 23, 13:04
Karl Robinson: 'Dele Alli can play for England'
MK Dons manager Karl Robinson believes that Tottenham Hotspur youngster Dele Alli could be a "wildcard" selection for England ahead of Euro 2016.
Sep 23, 12:49
Eric Dier: 'I will play anywhere for Tottenham Hotspur'
Versatile Tottenham Hotspur man Eric Dier admits that he is happy to play in a number of positions for his club, after featuring both in defence and midfield for Spurs.
Sep 23, 12:30
Paddy McNair: 'Louis van Gaal gives me confidence'
Manchester United defender Paddy McNair suggests that manager Louis van Gaal has given him a confidence boost since arriving at the club last year.
Sep 23, 12:18
Report: Eva Carneiro leaves Chelsea
Chelsea doctor Eva Carneiro reportedly leaves the club, following Jose Mourinho's criticism of his side's medical staff after their 2-2 draw with Swansea City.
Sep 22, 22:56
Steven Gerrard: 'Rafael Benitez relationship distant'
Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard suggests that his relationship with former manager Rafael Benitez has always been distant, despite his success working under the Spaniard.
Sep 22, 22:36
Lewis Hamilton: Singapore "could have been a lot worse"
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton insists that his retirement at the Singapore Grand Prix "could have been a lot worse," as rival Nico Rosberg could only finish fourth.
Sep 22, 22:21
Report: Sam Burgess, Owen Farrell to start for England against Wales
Centre Sam Burgess and fly-half Owen Farrell are reportedly in line to start for England in their Pool A fixture against Wales, replacing Jonathan Joseph and George Ford.
Sep 22, 22:03
Gary Neville: 'Diego Costa ban harsh'
Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville believes that Chelsea striker Diego Costa's three-match ban for violent conduct from the Football Association is too harsh.
Sep 22, 21:45
AC Milan edge five-goal thriller at Udinese
AC Milan hold off a late Udinese onslaught to edge a five-goal thriller 3-2 in their away Serie A clash, as Mario Balotelli scores the opener with a free kick.
Sep 22, 21:42
Late Michael Gregoritsch goal gives Hamburger SV win
A late free kick from substitute Michael Gregoritsch gives Hamburger SV a 1-0 away victory over FC Ingolstadt 04 in the Bundesliga.
Sep 22, 21:09
Vedad Ibisevic double gives Hertha Berlin win over FC Koln
Two goals from Bosnian striker Vedad Ibisevic give Hertha Berlin a 2-0 home victory over FC Koln in the Bundesliga.
Sep 22, 20:57
Half-Time Report: AC Milan in control against Udinese at the break
Goals from Mario Balotelli, Giacomo Bonaventura and Cristian Zapata give AC Milan a 3-0 lead over Udinese in their Serie A clash.
Sep 22, 20:36
Stuart Hogg: 'Scotland dream of England quarter-final'
Scotland full-back Stuart Hogg suggests that a Rugby World Cup quarter-final against England would be an "amazing" opportunity for his international side.
Sep 22, 20:07
Quartet to leave Salford Red Devils
Salford Red Devils owner Marwan Koukash confirms that Rangi Chase, Theo Fages, Harrison Hansen and Cory Paterson will all leave the club at the end of the season.
Sep 22, 19:49
Team News: Mario Balotelli to start for AC Milan, Cyril Thereau returns for Udinese
Mario Balotelli is named to start for AC Milan in their Serie A fixture at Udinese, while Cyril Thereau replaces Duvan Zapata up front for the hosts.
Sep 22, 19:19
Pep Guardiola: 'Lucien Favre resignation a shock'
Bayern Munich manager Pep Guardiola suggests that Lucien Favre's resignation from Borussia Monchengladbach is a shock, and that the situation could happen to any coach.
Sep 22, 05:59
Massimo Cellino: 'Leeds United to win promotion next season'
Leeds United owner Massimo Cellino believes that his side will push for promotion to the Premier League next season, but the team are not ready to achieve that this year.
Sep 22, 05:47
Anthony Crolla: "I'll leave no doubt" in Darleys Perez rematch
Lightweight boxer Anthony Crolla insists that there will be "no doubt" over his victory in the rematch with Darleys Perez, after the first fight ended in a draw.
Sep 22, 05:30
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'Process to choose David Moyes perfect for Manchester United'
Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson insists that the process used to select David Moyes as his successor at Old Trafford was "perfect".
Sep 22, 05:12
Eddie Jones: 'Rugby growing in Japan'
Japan coach Eddie Jones believes that rugby is a growing sport in the country after his side's shock 34-32 victory over South Africa in the Rugby World Cup.
Sep 22, 04:46
Eric Decker, Brandon Marshall touchdowns give New York Jets win at Colts
Touchdowns from Eric Decker and Brandon Marshall give the New York Jets a 20-7 victory at the Indianapolis Colts in their second round NFL fixture.
Sep 22, 04:39
Angel di Maria: 'Life at Manchester United was difficult'
Paris Saint-Germain winger Angel di Maria suggests that both injury problems and a lack of Champions League football made his time at Manchester United difficult.
Sep 22, 03:50
Report: Sheffield Wednesday to loan Sunderland striker Danny Graham
Sheffield Wednesday are reportedly interested in signing Sunderland striker Danny Graham on loan, and are willing to cover the cost of his wages.
Sep 22, 03:34
