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Transfer News, March 20, 2024: Olivier Giroud eager to swap AC Milan for Los Angeles FC

Giroud, 37, is still going strong for club and country but has a decision to make in the coming months with his contract in Italy set to expire.

And ESPN say the veteran forward is ready to bow out of European football and head to the US to link up with his old international team-mate Hugo Lloris on the West Coast.

LAFC picked up the former Tottenham goalkeeper for free in January and reportedly hold Giroud's discovery rights within the MLS — giving them priority should he want to move Statesi
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10 players you forgot ever played for England

England can boast some of the world's brightest talents as they head to Euro 2024 this summer but not every call-up has been successful.

The Three Lions have had plenty of forgotten faces over the years who seemingly vanished after their debuts.

Alex McCarthy looked ready to contend for England's No1 jersey when he was selected in 2018 and things went well on his debut against USA.

But despite keeping a clean sheet after being introduced at half-time of the 3-0 friendly win, the Southampton s
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Football Today, March 19, 2024: Christian Eriksen is frustrated with his role at Manchester United

He said: "I've had a conversation with Erik [ten Hag] that of course I'm unhappy with the situation and that I want to play as much as possible but that I'm available and have to be available for the team, which I am and always will be.

"He said it was the team he had chosen and Kobbie [Mainoo] is doing well and the rest of the centre [midfield] is doing well as well, so there is a fight for places, which is to be expected when you play at a top club.

Better than ever

"An integral part of the
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Five greatest Premier League own goals from Gareth Bale to Lauren

There is no worse feeling in football than scoring an own goal and there have been some hilarious blunders in the Premier League era.

From miscued kicks to ricocheted clearances, England's top flight has seen it all but some stand out more than others.

Arsenal's 2003-2004 campaign is remembered for their unbeaten run to the title but there is another moment that has not been forgotten by football fans.

Lauren's outstanding own goal against Manchester City was a sight to behold as the defender
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Five England players who face a nervous wait ahead of Euro 2024

England have some of Europe's brightest talents but it is up to head coach Gareth Southgate to pick a balanced squad capable of winning the upcoming European Championship.

The Three Lions will head to Germany in the summer as one of the favourites but several stars are at risk of losing their seat on the plane.

Mason Mount returned from injury in Manchester United's dramatic FA Cup win over Liverpool but has a lot of work to do between now and the end of the season.

The 25-year-old was not in
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Football Today, March 14, 2024: Rasmus Hojlund interview sparks police investigation

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A police statement on the incident said: "Officers have spoken with the victim and relevant information has been passed over to the police. Enquiries are ongoing at this stage."

He added: "I totally understand that football is a passionate and divisive sport, and that people are free to decide and have an opinion on
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Rob Edwards takes blame for Luton's collapse at Bournemouth

The Hatters appeared destined for three crucial points after going in at break with a comfortable lead at the Vitality Stadium.

But the Premier League battlers conceded four in the second half as the hosts mounted a remarkable comeback to leave Edwards feeling glum.

Speaking to the BBC, the Luton boss, 41, said: "We went 3-0 up, then we gave them encouragement.

"They have brilliant quality, especially in one-on-one situations and we didn't defend those moments well enough.

"We played really
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Jan Oblak delighted as Atletico Madrid beat Inter Milan

Oblak happy to be the hero as Atleti send Inter packing

Jan Oblak was happy to be the hero as Atletico Madrid booked their place in the Champions League quarter-finals at Inter Milan's expense.

Goals from Antoine Griezmann and Memphis Depay cancelled out Federico Dimarco's opener to level the last-16 tie on aggregate before Oblak settled matters by saving twice in a penalty shootout Atletico won 3-2.

And the keeper, 31, could not hide his smile as he reflected on a dramatic night in the Spani
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Football Today, March 12, 2024: LaLiga side Celta Vigo sack Rafa Benitez

The former Liverpool boss had only been in charge for eight months but was unable to escape a relegation fight in his short stint, with Celta sitting one spot above the drop.

A statement on the club website said: "Rafa Benitez and his coaching staff leave Celta after eight months of absolute commitment and full dedication but in which the team has not obtained the results expected by the club.

"The club would like to express its most sincere gratitude to Rafa Benitez and his assistants for the
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The greatest managerial rivalries in football history

Football managers often leave conflict and collisions to players on the pitch but occasionally those on the touchline are drawn into their own battles.

The 1990s was a new era for football as the Premier League was born and with it came the iconic rivalry between Newcastle boss Kevin Keegan and legendary Manchester United coach Sir Alex Ferguson.

In 1996, the Magpies looked nailed on to win their first title but crumbled under the pressure, blowing a 12-point lead and losing a crucial match to
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Transfer News, March 11, 2024: Manchester United willing to break the bank for Joao Neves

Transfer Talk: Man Utd willing to break the bank for Neves

Manchester United co-owner Jim Ratcliffe has reportedly given his approval for the club to table a £100million bid for Benfica starlet Joao Neves.

The Red Devils are in need of reinforcements this summer if they are to challenge the likes of Manchester City, Liverpool and Arsenal near the top of the Premier League.

And Portuguese talent Neves is the talk of the transfer market having impressed for his boyhood club this season.

The Da
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Manchester United's FA Cup clash with Liverpool tops this week's must-watch TV games

Both Chelsea and Newcastle need a win in this fixture if they are to keep their hopes of European football alive for next season and all eyes will be on them under the lights at Stamford Bridge.

The Blues have lost vice-captain Ben Chilwell again so must dig deep to get over the line while the Magpies have an injury crisis of their own.

Arsenal were left stunned by Porto in the first leg of their last-16 Champions League tie and must overturn a 1-0 deficit at the Emirates.

Mikel Arteta's Gunn
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Key talking points as Tottenham close the gap on 10-man Aston Villa

Four second-half goals from James Maddison, Brennan Johnson, Heung-Min Son and Timo Werner rounded off a miserable weekend for Unai Emery's side, with their skipper John McGinn also sent off.

Villa Park was bubbling with anticipation ahead of this crucial clash but the home side struggled to get to grips with things in the opening minutes.

But as the game progressed, the Villans settled into the change of shape and were able to even up the contest after a dominant start from Spurs.

With the s
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Emma Hayes unimpressed despite Chelsea's FA Cup win over Everton

Emma Hayes believes Chelsea looked off the pace as they beat Everton 1-0 in the Women's FA Cup quarter-finals thanks to Catarina Macario's goal.

The Blues struggled to break down the Toffees for large periods, with substitute Macario's classy strike eventually getting the job done at Walton Hall Park.

After the match, Hayes, 47, said: "I think you can tell we've had a lot of games in quick succession.

"Third away game in a week, I thought we were sluggish in everything we did.

"Outstanding t
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Premier League Matchday 28: Match stats, kick-off times and how to watch

Erik ten Hag's side sit 11 points behind Villa in fourth and six off Spurs in fifth but have the chance to put pressure on when they host an Everton side who are winless in their last 10 Premier League matches.

The Red Devils have beaten the Toffees 40 times since the league's inception in 1992 but a loss at Old Trafford would be their third league defeat on the bounce — their worst run for nine years.

The Blades have only won once on their travels in 2023-24 while the Cherries are unbeaten in
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Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe keeping a cool head after bagging Champions League brace

Kylian Mbappe says scoring goals is in his nature after the Frenchman bagged a brace against Real Sociedad in the Champions League.

Paris Saint-Germain travelled to Spain 1-0 up on aggregate after the first leg in the last-16 and the soon-to-be free agent wasted no time in putting his side in the driving seat, opening the scoring after 15 minutes.

He was at it again in the second half, doubling PSG's lead and putting matters to bed despite a late consolation goal from Sociedad.

He said: "[Sco
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Transfer News, March 4, 2024: Barcelona to challenge Man Utd for Roony Bardghji

Manchester United remain one of the frontrunners to sign the Swedish prospect but are not alone with Juventus, Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid all taking an interest in the 18-year-old.

Mundo Deportivo say Barca are keen to add up-and-coming talent from abroad to their pool of players developed in La Masia but it will not be an easy deal for the Catalan giants to strike.

Xavi and Co have already missed out on one rising star in recent months after Lucas Bergvall chose Tottenham in
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Liverpool vs Man City tops this week's must-watch TV games

A gripping campaign of football barrels on into March and the stakes continue to rise as we approach the final few months of the season.

With both Liverpool and Manchester City winning in the Premier League at the weekend, all eyes are on Arsenal to overcome Sheffield United and keep their hopes of a first league title since 2004 alive.

And with Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola going head-to-head at Anfield on Sunday, there is an added motivation for Mikel Arteta's men to close in on top spot.
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Wes Brown: Manchester United must be perfect to beat Manchester City

The five-time Premier League winner knows what it takes to win at the highest level but the tables have turned since his playing days, with Pep Guardiola's City now dominating English football.

However, as former Red Devils defender Brown is well aware, the favourites did not win every derby even during United's glory days under Sir Alex Ferguson — which suggests Erik ten Hag's men a chance of victory at the Etihad.

Speaking to LiveScore, he said: "This is a game where I think the lads will re
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England's strongest XI ahead of Euro 2024

England came so close to ending a 50-year wait for a major trophy at the delayed 2020 European Championship and they have the chance to right those wrongs in Germany this summer.

Aaron Ramsdale's demotion to the bench for Arsenal and Nick Pope's long-term injury means the Everton goalkeeper is a sure starter in Germany — and he has more than earned his place over the years.

He may be 33, but Kyle Walker remains a reliable asset for Manchester City and has featured in all but two of their Premi
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Why the Saudi Pro League is struggling to fulfil its potential

Why the Saudi Pro League is struggling to fulfil its potential

While clubs are doing their best to attract the biggest talents from around the world, things seem to have gone stale in the Middle East.

The highest average crowd in the English top flight is 73,517 at Manchester United's Old Trafford while Bournemouth have clocked the lowest with 11,039.

In comparison, the Saudi Pro League — which aspires to rival England's top flight — averages a crowd of just 8,219 each week despite the larges
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The greatest centre-backs in Premier League history

After scoring the winning goal and lifting the Carabao Cup on Sunday, Virgil van Dijk has cemented his status as one of the Premier League's greatest-ever defenders.

The old-school defender was the glue holding things together at the back for Arsene Wenger in the late 1990s and early 2000s — and his love for the game shone through in his performances.

England have not produced many better traditional centre-backs than Adams, who will always be remembered for a thumping half-volley against Ever
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David Beckham's Inter Miami hoping to emulate New York Yankees' global appeal

David Beckham's Inter Miami want to become one of the world's top football clubs while also building their status as an international brand.

The former England captain gave Major League Soccer a huge boost when he joined LA Galaxy from Real Madrid in 2007 and further raised the profile of the competition by launching a new team in Florida ahead of the 2020 season.

After an underwhelming period on the pitch, the signing of Lionel Messi from Paris Saint-Germain last summer thrust Miami into the
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Jayden Danns is the latest Liverpool starlet set to shine

One To Watch: Danns the latest Liverpool starlet set to shine

In what is a big week for Liverpool, Klopp has had to turn to his academy to make up the numbers with several players picking up injuries ahead of Sunday's Carabao Cup final against Chelsea.

The Reds were without the attacking quality of Mohamed Salah, Darwin Nunez and Diogo Jota on Wednesday night and instead relied on the fresh legs of Danns to see out the match at Anfield.

But the talented prospect did not just stumble into the
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