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Day: February 9, 2021
Pep Guardiola says Man City goalkeeper Ederson could solve club’s penalty woes after latest miss vs Liverpool – ‘he is an option’Pep Guardiola says Man City goalkeeper Ederson could solve club’s penalty woes after latest miss vs Liverpool – ‘he is an option’
Pep Guardiola is considering making Ederson Man City’s regular penalty taker. Ilkay Gundogan became the third City player to miss from the spot this season in Sunday’s 4-1 win at
Darren Bent reveals he deleted Twitter account for five years after receiving death threats and racial abuse for leaving Sunderland to join Aston Villa in 2011Darren Bent reveals he deleted Twitter account for five years after receiving death threats and racial abuse for leaving Sunderland to join Aston Villa in 2011
Darren Bent has revealed he deleted his Twitter account after receiving death threats back in 2011. The former England striker was subjected to the vile abuse when leaving Sunderland to
Conor McGregor mocks Nate Diaz for ‘cool race chair’ as veteran UFC fighter wants to face Dustin Poirier and Charles OliveiraConor McGregor mocks Nate Diaz for ‘cool race chair’ as veteran UFC fighter wants to face Dustin Poirier and Charles Oliveira
Nate Diaz gave his first interview in more than a year but it didn’t take long for Conor McGregor to troll the UFC fighter. Diaz spoke to ESPN journalist Ariel
Arsenal to play ‘at home’ in Athens but Manchester United to stay at Old Trafford as UEFA confirm Europa League last-32 venuesArsenal to play ‘at home’ in Athens but Manchester United to stay at Old Trafford as UEFA confirm Europa League last-32 venues
Arsenal are facing a bizarre ‘home’ outing in Athens, while Manchester United get to stay at Old Trafford, with UEFA confirming the new venues for the Europa League last-32. The
Manchester United starlet Amad Diallo in contention to make debut as highly-rated forward is named on bench for FA Cup squad to face West HamManchester United starlet Amad Diallo in contention to make debut as highly-rated forward is named on bench for FA Cup squad to face West Ham
Amad Diallo could make his Manchester United debut on Tuesday night after being named on the bench to face West Ham in the FA Cup. United completed the signing of
Manchester United v West Ham LIVE commentary and confirmed team news: Exclusive coverage of FA Cup fifth round tie at Old Trafford as £37m starlet Amad Diallo is named on benchManchester United v West Ham LIVE commentary and confirmed team news: Exclusive coverage of FA Cup fifth round tie at Old Trafford as £37m starlet Amad Diallo is named on bench
Manchester United take on West Ham this evening in the fifth round of the FA Cup. United knocked Liverpool out of the historic competition in the last round while the
Everton vs Tottenham LIVE commentary and team news: Ancelotti and Mourinho face off in FA Cup fifth roundEverton vs Tottenham LIVE commentary and team news: Ancelotti and Mourinho face off in FA Cup fifth round
Premier League rivals Everton and Tottenham face off in the FA Cup fifth round this week. Everton saw off Sheffield Wednesday in the last round while Tottenham eased past Wycombe.
Simon Jordan tells Man United fans to ‘make your mind up’ over criticism of Glazer owners following Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Super Bowl victorySimon Jordan tells Man United fans to ‘make your mind up’ over criticism of Glazer owners following Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Super Bowl victory
Manchester United owner Joel Glazer has become a victim of his father’s decisions, says Simon Jordan who appeared to defend the American amid the latest round of criticism from upset
‘You get what you expect from David de Gea… he’s never been a brave goalkeeper’ – David James offers interesting insight into under-fire Man United no.1‘You get what you expect from David de Gea… he’s never been a brave goalkeeper’ – David James offers interesting insight into under-fire Man United no.1
David de Gea has never been a brave goalkeeper amid criticism over his role in Everton’s last-gasp equaliser in a 3-3 draw against Manchester United last weekend, talkSPORT has been
UFC 258: Kamaru Usman’s record ahead of Gilbert Burns clash, including wins, losses, knockouts and fights against Jorge Masvidal and Colby CovingtonUFC 258: Kamaru Usman’s record ahead of Gilbert Burns clash, including wins, losses, knockouts and fights against Jorge Masvidal and Colby Covington
Kamaru Usman has beaten some of the biggest names in mixed martial arts – and all while they were in their prime. The formidable UFC star holds wins against Jorge Masvidal, Rafael
Shane McMahon was Mike Tyson’s concierge as WWE bought legendary boxer a motorbike in lead up to WrestleMania 14 appearance in Steve Austin vs Shawn Michaels main eventShane McMahon was Mike Tyson’s concierge as WWE bought legendary boxer a motorbike in lead up to WrestleMania 14 appearance in Steve Austin vs Shawn Michaels main event
WWE bought Mike Tyson a motorbike to ‘appease’ the boxing legend in the lead up to WrestleMania in 1998, it has been claimed. Fresh off the back of two defeats
Harvey Elliott: Liverpool set to learn transfer fee for starlet in tribunal with Fulham demanding record-breaking £10m sum for midfielderHarvey Elliott: Liverpool set to learn transfer fee for starlet in tribunal with Fulham demanding record-breaking £10m sum for midfielder
Liverpool will learn the fee they will have to pay Fulham for midfielder Harvey Elliott when a tribunal takes place on Tuesday. Elliott made his Liverpool debut last season, at
How Manchester United should line up against West Ham – no Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford, David de Gea or Edinson Cavani as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer rotatesHow Manchester United should line up against West Ham – no Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford, David de Gea or Edinson Cavani as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer rotates
Manchester United host West Ham United in the FA Cup fifth round on Tuesday night – and you can listen to it live on talkSPORT. The Red Devils beat rivals
Leeds tipped for European qualification after overtaking Arsenal in Premier League and Marcelo Bielsa’s side won’t suffer like Sheffield UnitedLeeds tipped for European qualification after overtaking Arsenal in Premier League and Marcelo Bielsa’s side won’t suffer like Sheffield United
The only thing that will stop Leeds securing European football for next season is their defensive frailties, talkSPORT has been told. Marcelo Bielsa’s side have thrived upon their return to
Phil Neville’s goal made Manchester United’s FA Cup thrashing of West Ham the ‘worst day of my career’, says David James who recalls 2003 tiePhil Neville’s goal made Manchester United’s FA Cup thrashing of West Ham the ‘worst day of my career’, says David James who recalls 2003 tie
Fabien Barthez darting his arm up when Paolo di Canio was through on goal is one of the most iconic and outright bizarre FA Cup moments. The Manchester United goalkeeper
Tokyo Olympics: Everything you need to know about the upcoming Games – dates, venues, sports, medal table and latest newsTokyo Olympics: Everything you need to know about the upcoming Games – dates, venues, sports, medal table and latest news
The Tokyo Olympics is coming up this summer as the world’s best athletes prepare to finally go for gold. The 2020 Summer Games had to be postponed by a year
Mohamed Salah OUT, Dayot Upamecano and Kylian Mbappe IN – Huge summer overhaul at Liverpool that could make Jurgen Klopp’s side dominant in the Premier League againMohamed Salah OUT, Dayot Upamecano and Kylian Mbappe IN – Huge summer overhaul at Liverpool that could make Jurgen Klopp’s side dominant in the Premier League again
Jurgen Klopp has made it clear that making the top four is now the priority for Liverpool following their 4-1 humbling at the hands of Manchester City. The thumping Anfield
Jack Grealish ‘not a patch’ on ‘best young player in the world’ Phil Foden as Man City star’s heroics give England boss Gareth Southgate more to think about ahead of Euro 2020Jack Grealish ‘not a patch’ on ‘best young player in the world’ Phil Foden as Man City star’s heroics give England boss Gareth Southgate more to think about ahead of Euro 2020
Gareth Southgate certainly has a lot to think about when it comes to deciding his England midfield for Euro 2020. It’s a lovely problem to have, and has never been
West Ham haven’t won a trophy in more than 40 years but Darren Bent claims Hammers fan would prefer top five Premier League finish over FA Cup gloryWest Ham haven’t won a trophy in more than 40 years but Darren Bent claims Hammers fan would prefer top five Premier League finish over FA Cup glory
West Ham fans would rather see their side finish fifth in the Premier League than win the FA Cup this season. That is according to Darren Bent, who believes the
Manchester United legend Mark Hughes calls on Red Devils to hand ‘outstanding’ Edinson Cavani new contract and raises doubts over David de Gea’s futureManchester United legend Mark Hughes calls on Red Devils to hand ‘outstanding’ Edinson Cavani new contract and raises doubts over David de Gea’s future
Mark Hughes has hailed the ‘big influence’ Edinson Cavani has had at Manchester United and says there’s no doubt his former side should hand the experienced striker a new contract.
Lewis Hamilton signs new Mercedes contract for 2021 Formula 1 season, but dad Anthony tells talkSPORT: ‘I don’t think world championship record is the target’Lewis Hamilton signs new Mercedes contract for 2021 Formula 1 season, but dad Anthony tells talkSPORT: ‘I don’t think world championship record is the target’
Lewis Hamilton’s push for an eighth Formula 1 World Championship was handed a huge boost this week as he signed a new one-year contract with Mercedes. However, securing a record-breaking
West Ham ace Jesse Lingard ineligible to play against Manchester United in FA Cup as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer backs loanee to force his way back into England reckoningWest Ham ace Jesse Lingard ineligible to play against Manchester United in FA Cup as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer backs loanee to force his way back into England reckoning
Manchester United loanee Jesse Lingard has been backed for an England recall by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer ahead of the Red Devils’ fifth round FA Cup clash against West Ham. The
James Anderson hailed as ‘the GOAT’ by Joe Root but evergreen bowler plays down final day masterclass against India as England secure famous winJames Anderson hailed as ‘the GOAT’ by Joe Root but evergreen bowler plays down final day masterclass against India as England secure famous win
Joe Root summed up the feelings of England cricket fans as he simply declared James Anderson ‘the GOAT’ after his devastating impact in India. The evergreen bowler – who will
Harry Redknapp ‘not officially involved’ with Bournemouth and ‘just wants to help’ Jonathan Woodgate after chats with Cherries’ caretaker managerHarry Redknapp ‘not officially involved’ with Bournemouth and ‘just wants to help’ Jonathan Woodgate after chats with Cherries’ caretaker manager
Harry Redknapp has confirmed to talkSPORT he will not be joining Bournemouth in an official capacity after being asked to help out his former side at the request of interim
Kamaru Usman hit Colby Covington so hard he broke his UFC rival’s jaw in their fight – a warning for Gilbert Burns?Kamaru Usman hit Colby Covington so hard he broke his UFC rival’s jaw in their fight – a warning for Gilbert Burns?
Gilbert Burns finally gets the chance to fight for the UFC welterweight title. Twice he has had to put off fighting for Kamaru Usman’s belt and now has the chance
William Saliba says Mikel Arteta ‘judged me on two-and-a-half matches’ before Arsenal boss made decision to loan out young defenderWilliam Saliba says Mikel Arteta ‘judged me on two-and-a-half matches’ before Arsenal boss made decision to loan out young defender
William Saliba has once again risked the ire of Mikel Arteta by suggesting the Arsenal boss didn’t give him enough game time to prove his worth before being sent out
British No1s Dan Evans and Johanna Konta OUT of Australian Open in first round, as Cameron Norrie and Heather Watson progressBritish No1s Dan Evans and Johanna Konta OUT of Australian Open in first round, as Cameron Norrie and Heather Watson progress
Both of Britain’s number one singles players have exited the Australian Open at the first stage. Dan Evans, the top-ranked male Brit, saw his hopes of building on his first
Isaac Drogba, son of Chelsea legend Didier, joins Italian fourth division side Folgore CarateseIsaac Drogba, son of Chelsea legend Didier, joins Italian fourth division side Folgore Caratese
Didier Drogba’s son, Isaac, has signed for Italian fourth division side Folgore Caratese. The son of the Chelsea and Ivory Coast legend, 20, previously had spells in the Blues’ academy
Real Madrid plan to sign Kylian Mbappe OR Erling Haaland in summer transfer window as Florentino Perez eyes Los Blancos’ next GalacticoReal Madrid plan to sign Kylian Mbappe OR Erling Haaland in summer transfer window as Florentino Perez eyes Los Blancos’ next Galactico
Real Madrid will reportedly either sign Erling Haaland or Kylian Mbappe this summer as Florentino Perez sets his sights on bringing a new Galactico to the Bernabeu. Haaland broke onto