Stephen Topping
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Wilfried Zaha: 'David Moyes told me to stop showboating at Manchester United'
Crystal Palace winger Wilfried Zaha suggests that former Manchester United manager David Moyes told him to stop doing tricks and "keep the ball" instead.
Nov 14, 14:14
Arsenal to sign Napoli midfielder Jorginho?
Arsenal are considering a January move for Napoli defensive midfielder Jorginho, according to the player's agent, Joao Santos.
Nov 13, 23:07
England midfielder Michael Carrick picks up ankle injury in Spain friendly
Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick picks up an ankle injury during England's international friendly away to Spain, which the hosts won 2-0.
Nov 13, 22:49
Asmir Begovic: 'Republic of Ireland tough to break down'
Bosnia-Herzegovina goalkeeper Asmir Begovic suggests that the Republic of Ireland were tough opponents in the first leg of their Euro 2016 qualification playoff.
Nov 13, 22:25
Ciaran Clark: 'Republic of Ireland must focus on second leg'
Republic of Ireland defender Ciaran Clark says that his international side must focus on the second leg of their Euro 2016 qualification playoff with Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Nov 13, 22:14
Edin Dzeko cancels out Robbie Brady opener to deny Republic of Ireland
A late Edin Dzeko goal cancels out Robbie Brady's opener to deny the Republic of Ireland a first-leg victory in their Euro 2016 playoff with Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Nov 13, 21:52
Netherlands edge five-goal thriller against Wales
A late Arjen Robben goal helps the Netherlands edge a five-goal thriller with Wales in their international friendly at the Cardiff City Stadium.
Nov 13, 21:43
Mario Gaspar, Santi Cazorla goals give Spain victory over England
Second-half goals from Mario Gaspar and Santi Cazorla give Spain a 2-0 victory over England in their international friendly, as Wayne Rooney hits the crossbar late on.
Nov 13, 21:38
David Beckham: 'Cristiano Ronaldo could return to Manchester United'
Former Manchester United and Real Madrid midfielder David Beckham believes that Cristiano Ronaldo should return to Old Trafford if he decides to leave the Bernabeu.
Nov 13, 20:52
Half-Time Report: Wales midfielder Joe Ledley cancels out Bas Dost opener
Goals from Bas Dost and Joe Ledley ensure that the spoils are shared at the break between Wales and the Netherlands in their international friendly.
Nov 13, 20:45
Half-Time Report: Goalless between Bosnia-Herzegovina, Republic of Ireland
Bosnia-Herzegovina and the Republic of Ireland play out a goalless 45 minutes in their Euro 2016 qualification playoff, as Ervin Zukanovic twice misses the target.
Nov 13, 20:40
Half-Time Report: Goalless between Spain, England
Spain and England play out a goalless 45 minutes in their international friendly, as Harry Kane spurns an opportunity to give the visitors the lead before the break.
Nov 13, 20:34
Team News: Tom Lawrence makes first Wales start, Arjen Robben returns for Netherlands
Blackburn Rovers forward Tom Lawrence will make his first start for Wales in his side's international friendly against the Netherlands at Cardiff City Stadium.
Nov 13, 19:12
Team News: Wes Hoolahan, Daryl Murphy return for Republic of Ireland, Edin Dzeko starts
Norwich City midfielder Wes Hoolahan returns to the starting XI for the Republic of Ireland's playoff clash with Bosnia-Herzegovina, while Daryl Murphy starts up front.
Nov 13, 19:06
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga eases past Roberto Bautista Agut to reach third round
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga eases past Roberto Bautista Agut 6-2 6-2 to progress to the third round of the Paris Masters.
Nov 4, 22:51
Viktor Troicki progresses to third round with three-set win over Feliciano Lopez
Serbian Viktor Troicki progresses to the third round of the Paris Masters with a 6-7(7) 7-5 6-4 victory over Feliciano Lopez.
Nov 4, 22:34
Barcelona score three to ease past BATE Borisov
Goals from Neymar and Luis Suarez help Barcelona to ease past BATE Borisov 3-0 in their Champions League clash at Camp Nou.
Nov 4, 21:55
Willian free kick gives Chelsea victory over Dynamo Kiev
A late Willian free kick gives Chelsea a 2-1 victory over Dynamo Kiev in their Champions League clash, as Aleksandar Dragovic scores in both goals.
Nov 4, 21:44
Bayern Munich hit five past Arsenal
Thomas Muller nets two goals as his Bayern Munich side thrash Arsenal 5-1 in their Champions League clash at the Allianz Arena.
Nov 4, 21:42
Queens Park Rangers sack Chris Ramsey, appoint Neil Warnock on interim basis
Queens Park Rangers sack Chris Ramsey and appoint former manager Neil Warnock as interim head coach, with the club 13th in the Championship table.
Nov 4, 21:40
Roger Federer eases past Andreas Seppi to progress to third round
World number two Roger Federer progresses to the third round of the Paris Masters with a comfortable 6-1 6-1 victory over Andreas Seppi.
Nov 4, 20:48
Half-Time Report: Aleksandar Dragovic own goal gives Chelsea lead over Dynamo Kiev
An own goal from Aleksandar Dragovic gives Chelsea a 1-0 half-time lead over Dynamo Kiev in their Champions League clash at Stamford Bridge.
Nov 4, 20:38
Half-Time Report: Neymar penalty gives Barcelona lead over BATE Borisov
A Neymar penalty gives Barcelona a 1-0 lead over BATE Borisov in their Champions League clash, although the Brazilian misses a late opportunity to double his side's lead.
Nov 4, 20:36
Half-Time Report: Bayern Munich in control against Arsenal
Goals from Robert Lewandowski, Thomas Muller and David Alaba give Bayern Munich a 3-0 half-time lead over Arsenal in their Champions League clash.
Nov 4, 20:33
Team News: Barcelona make five changes for BATE Borisov, Andreas Iniesta returns
Champions League holders Barcelona make six changes for their clash with BATE Borisov, as Andreas Iniesta makes his first start after recovering from a hamstring injury.
Nov 4, 19:02
Team News: Mathieu Debuchy, Gabriel Paulista return for Arsenal, Bayern make three changes
Defenders Mathieu Debuchy and Gabriel Paulista return to the starting XI for Arsenal's Champions League clash with Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena.
Nov 4, 18:56
Team News: Chelsea make three changes for Dynamo Kiev, Cesc Fabregas returns to starting XI
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho makes three changes for his side's Champions League clash with Dynamo Kiev, as Baba Rahman, Nemanja Matic and Cesc Fabregas return.
Nov 4, 18:52
Louis van Gaal: Wayne Rooney goals "not very important"
Manchester Untied manager Louis van Gaal plays down the significance of Wayne Rooney's goal in his side's Champions League clash with CSKA Moscow at Old Trafford.
Nov 3, 23:07
Wayne Rooney: 'CSKA Moscow tough for Manchester United to break down'
Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney suggests that CSKA Moscow made it difficult for his side to score goals in their Champions League clash at Old Trafford.
Nov 3, 22:51
Salford Red Devils sign Castleford Tigers winger Justin Carney on loan
Super League outfit Salford Red Devils confirm the signing of Castleford Tigers winger Justin Carney on a season-long loan.
Nov 3, 22:33
Report: Juventus agree £15.75m Juan Cuadrado fee with Chelsea
Juventus reportedly agree a deal to sign Chelsea midfielder Juan Cuadrado on a permanent basis for £15.75m in January.
Nov 3, 22:19
Vincent Kompany: Manchester City qualification "an incredible achievement"
Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany suggests that qualification from Champions League Group D is "an incredible achievement", but insists that the side must finish top.
Nov 3, 22:06
First-half Nacho goal gives Real Madrid win over Paris Saint-Germain
A first-half strike from Nacho gives Real Madrid a 1-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League, as Angel di Maria rattles the crossbar late on.
Nov 3, 21:42
Luisao chip gives 10-man Benfica win over Galatasaray
Goals from Jonas and Luisao give 10-man Benfica a 2-1 victory over Galatasaray in their Champions League clash, as Nicolas Gaitan receives two yellow cards.
Nov 3, 21:38
Manchester City score three to ease past Sevilla
Three first-half goals help Manchester City ease past Sevilla in their Champions League clash, as Raheem Sterling, Fernandinho and Wilfried Bony find the net.
Nov 3, 21:37
Half-Time Report: Manchester City in control at Sevilla
Manchester City score three first-half goals to control proceedings in their Champions League clash with Sevilla, as Raheem Sterling nets on his return.
Nov 3, 20:41
Half-Time Report: Nacho goal gives Real Madrid lead over Paris Saint-Germain
A goal from substitute Nacho gives Real Madrid a 1-0 half-time lead over Paris Saint-Germain in their Champions League clash at the Bernabeu.
Nov 3, 20:37
Half-Time Report: Goalless between Benfica, Galatasaray
Benfica and Galatasaray play out a goalless first half in their Champions League clash, as Raul Jimenez and Goncalo Guedes come close to finding an opener for the hosts.
Nov 3, 20:36
Gianfranco Zola: 'My dream is to be Chelsea manager'
Former Chelsea midfielder Gianfranco Zola admits that it would be his "dream" to manage the West London club, but insists that he must improve as a coach first.
Nov 3, 19:57
Team News: Sergio Ramos, Keylor Navas return for Real Madrid, PSG make five changes
Real Madrid head coach Rafael Benitez makes two changes for his side's Champions League tie with Paris Saint-Germain, as Sergio Ramos and Keylor Navas are named to start.
Nov 3, 19:03
