Steven Toplis
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Arsene Wenger: 'Mesut Ozil is a leader'
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says that Mesut Ozil has developed into one of the team's main leaders.
Nov 9, 12:41
Report: Bournemouth target Jonathan de Guzman
Bournemouth will make a move for Napoli midfielder Jonathan de Guzman in the January transfer window, according to a report.
Nov 9, 12:23
Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone to take charge of Chelsea?
Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone is readying himself to become the next manager of Chelsea, according to a report.
Nov 9, 11:58
Mathieu Debuchy hints at Arsenal exit
Arsenal defender Mathieu Debuchy suggests that he could leave the club in the January transfer window.
Nov 9, 11:43
Fabricio Coloccini praises Rob Elliot displays
Newcastle United skipper Fabricio Coloccini hails the influence of stand-in goalkeeper Rob Elliot.
Nov 9, 11:30
Garry Monk 'to remain Swansea City manager'
Swansea City will not sack manager Garry Monk, according to a report.
Nov 9, 11:10
England line up Australia coach Michael Cheika as Stuart Lancaster replacement?
The Rugby Football Union identify Australia's Michael Cheika to replace Stuart Lancaster as England head coach, according to a report.
Nov 9, 10:52
Martin Keown: 'Arsenal were overrun by Tottenham Hotspur'
Ex-Arsenal defender Martin Keown says that Tottenham Hotspur stopped the Gunners from playing their best football in Sunday's North London derby.
Nov 9, 10:33
Arsene Wenger rues lack of attacking options
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger suggests that a lack of attacking options played a part in his side's North London derby draw with Tottenham Hotspur.
Nov 9, 10:12
Belgium top FIFA world rankings for first time
Belgium sit top of the FIFA world rankings for the first time in their history following victories in their final two Euro 2016 qualifiers.
Nov 5, 12:58
Tony Pulis defends cautious approach
West Bromwich Albion boss Tony Pulis says that his cautious approach is right for the club.
Nov 5, 12:40
Alan Smith: 'Arsenal still have defensive issues'
Former Arsenal striker Alan Smith claims that the 5-1 defeat to Bayern Munich on Wednesday shows that the Gunners still have issues in defence.
Nov 5, 12:16
Kasper Schmeichel: 'Jamie Vardy should start as striker for England'
Leicester City goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel says that teammate Jamie Vardy deserves to start as a central striker for England.
Nov 5, 11:56
Petr Cech confident of Arsenal progress
Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech says that the Gunners can still qualify from their Champions League group, despite their defeat to Bayern Munich on Wednesday.
Nov 5, 11:43
Harry Redknapp: 'Tottenham Hotspur could have advantage over Arsenal'
Ex-Tottenham Hotspur boss Harry Redknapp claims that his old side could have the advantage over Arsenal in the North London Derby due to the difficulty of their European game this week.
Nov 5, 11:29
Melbourne City trounce Adelaide United to go fifth in A-League
Melbourne City pick up their second win of the A-League season by beating Adelaide United 4-2 at Hindmarsh Stadium.
Nov 5, 10:58
Remi Garde calls for support from Aston Villa fans
New Aston Villa boss Remi Garde urges the club's supporters to get behind the team and help them to get out of relegation trouble in the Premier League.
Nov 5, 10:35
Emmanuel Petit: 'Arsenal lacked fight'
Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit says that the Gunners showed a lack of fighting spirit in their Champions League thrashing by Bayern Munich on Wednesday.
Nov 5, 10:19
Chris Coleman: 'Arsene Wenger comments a cheap shot'
Wales boss Chris Coleman says that he is unhappy with comments made by Arsene Wenger regarding his team selection.
Nov 4, 12:55
Kei Nishikori battles past Jeremy Chardy in Paris Masters
Kei Nishikori defeats Jeremy Chardy in three sets to progress into the third round of the Paris Masters.
Nov 4, 12:41
Neil Lennon vows to stay on as Bolton Wanderers boss
Bolton Wanderers boss Neil Lennon says that he has no plans to leave the club, despite their poor form in the Championship.
Nov 4, 12:21
Pep Guardiola: 'Bayern Munich to attack Arsenal'
Bayern Munich boss Pep Guardiola says that his side will look to attack Arsenal when the sides meet again in the Champions League this evening.
Nov 4, 11:56
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich turns down £35m AS Monaco bid for Jose Mourinho?
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich turns down a £35m bid from French side AS Monaco for manager Jose Mourinho, according to a report.
Nov 4, 11:26
David Goffin eases through to third round of Paris Masters
Belgian player David Goffin reaches the third round of the Paris Masters with a straight-sets win over Dusan Lajovic.
Nov 4, 11:23
Pakistan lead England by 247 runs at tea
Pakistan reach tea on day four of the third and final Test against England in Sharjah on 319-8, leading by 247 runs.
Nov 4, 11:07
Jackie McNamara appointed York City manager
York City appoint former Dundee United boss Jackie McNamara as their new manager.
Nov 4, 10:48
Chris Powell sacked by Huddersfield Town
Huddersfield Town dismiss manager Chris Powell after 13 months in charge.
Nov 4, 10:33
Massimo Cellino does not want to sell Leeds United to fan group
The lawyers of Leeds United owner Massimo Cellino inform Leeds Fans United that he no longer wishes to sell the club to the supporters' group.
Nov 4, 10:18
Bayern Munich boss Pep Guardiola expects 'long-ball' Arsenal
Bayern Munich Pep Guardiola expects Arsenal to pump long balls at his team when the sides meet again in the Champions League on Wednesday evening.
Nov 3, 12:57
Riyad Mahrez not getting carried away by Leicester start
Leicester City winger Riyad Mahrez says that the team's strong start to the Premier League season will not change their aims for the campaign.
Nov 3, 12:38
Fabio Capello interested in Chelsea job
Ex-England boss Fabio Capello admits that he would be interested in succeeding Jose Mourinho as manager of Chelsea.
Nov 3, 12:15
Peter Crouch keen to remain at Stoke City
Stoke City striker Peter Crouch says that he is confident he still has a future at the club, despite not starting a match so far this season.
Nov 3, 11:55
Jordon Ibe: 'I feel like a new player under Jurgen Klopp'
Liverpool winger Jordon Ibe says that he is enjoying life under new manager Jurgen Klopp.
Nov 3, 11:38
David Ferrer eases through to round three of Paris Masters
David Ferrer reaches the third round of the Paris Masters with a straight-sets win over Ukraine's Alexandr Dolgopolov.
Nov 3, 11:20
Wales chiefs 'angry with Arsene Wenger' over Aaron Ramsey claims
Wales football chiefs reportedly claim that Arsene Wenger has shown them a lack of respect over comments regarding injured midfielder Aaron Ramsey.
Nov 3, 10:58
Twickenham to host three NFL games from 2016
The NFL announces that it has struck a deal to play three regular-season games at Twickenham over the next three years.
Nov 3, 10:42
Philipp Lahm expects counter-attacking Arsenal
Bayern Munich skipper Philipp Lahm predicts that Arsenal will aim to hit them on the break again when the sides meet for the second time in the Champions League on Wednesday.
Nov 3, 10:30
Martin Ling named Swindon Town manager
Swindon Town confirm the appointment of Martin Ling as their new manager.
Nov 3, 10:09
Eva Carneiro 'to take legal action against Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho'
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho is to be the subject of an individual legal claim from the club's former team doctor Eva Carneiro.
Nov 2, 12:47
Dominic Thiem sees off Adrian Mannarino at Paris Masters in three sets
Dominic Thiem defeats Adrian Mannarino in three sets to reach the second round of the Paris Masters.
Nov 2, 12:36
