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Guardiola hails ‘incredible’ Dias

Pep Guardiola believes Manchester City have signed an even better player than they thought in Ruben Dias. (more…)

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January 10, 2021

FA Cup / International / Soccer

McTominay’s early header guides Manchester United past Watford

Stand-in skipper Scott McTominay secured Manchester United’s safe passage to the FA Cup fourth round with an early header against Watford.

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January 10, 2021

FA Cup / International / Soccer

Smith Rowe makes most of red card escape as Arsenal see off Newcastle

Emile Smith Rowe came off the bench to fire holders Arsenal into the FA Cup fourth round with an extra-time goal against Newcastle – but only after he had a red card overturned by VAR.

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January 9, 2021

Sergio Aguero and Pep Guardiola, Manchester City

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Aguero set to return to starting lineup against Birmingham

Sergio Aguero is set to start for the first time since October when Manchester City host Birmingham in the FA Cup third round on Sunday as he steps up his return from knee trouble.

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January 9, 2021

FA Cup / International / Soccer

Mourinho still in love with ‘beautiful’ FA Cup

Jose Mourinho admits he loves the romance of the FA Cup and even helped an opposition team celebrate after they beat his Chelsea side in 2015.

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January 9, 2021

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Van De Beek reassured he is highly rated at Man United

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has moved to reassure summer signing Donny Van De Beek about how highly he is rated at Manchester United despite his lack of opportunities to date.

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January 9, 2021

International / Premier League / Soccer

Arteta warns development of Arsenal youngsters must be managed correctly

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has praised the recent impact of the club’s younger players, but warned they will need to be managed correctly to enhance their development.

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January 9, 2021

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Lampard not expecting any player power problems despite Chelsea struggles

Frank Lampard does not fear any player power problems at Stamford Bridge despite Chelsea’s stuttering form.

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January 9, 2021

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Klopp relieved to progress after Liverpool preparations ‘went in the bin’

Jurgen Klopp has admitted Liverpool’s FA Cup third-round tie was a step into the unknown after his side emerged with a 4-1 win over Aston Villa’s kids.

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January 9, 2021

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Liverpool progress despite spirited FA Cup display from Aston Villa youngsters

Sadio Mane’s double helped Liverpool survive a major FA Cup scare against Aston Villa’s plucky kids.

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January 9, 2021