
Luka Milivojević starts as captain for Crystal Palace despite apparent COVID breach
Crystal Palace captain Luka Milivojević starts against Sheffield United despite an apparent breach of Covid regulations on New Year’s Eve
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Luka Milivojević starts as captain for Crystal Palace despite apparent COVID breach
Crystal Palace captain Luka Milivojević starts against Sheffield United despite an apparent breach of Covid regulations on New Year’s Eve
5 years ago

Edinson Cavani receives three match ban for using offensive phrase in social media post
The Uruguayan has received a three-match ban for using a Spanish phrase that is considered offensive in some contexts on social media Edinson Cavani will also be fined £100,000 and must complete face-to-face education. Cavani chosed not to contest the FA’s charge. “A comment posted on the Manchester United FC striker’s Instagram page was insulting, […]
5 years ago

Bill Bailey says he is up for a Never Mind The Buzzcocks reboot
“I don’t think there is anything that’s replaced it” Bill Bailey has said he would love to be part of a revived Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Speaking to The Mirror, the Strictly Come Dancing champion said that making the show was “some of the best fun I’ve ever had on television”. In September it was reported that Never Mind […]
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Craig David receives MBE in New Years Honours list
Hundreds of coronavirus volunteers have also received honours Singer Craig David has been made an MBE for his services for music in the 2021 New Years Honours list. Craig David’s first album Born To Do It became the fastest-selling debut from a British male solo artist in 2000. David’s manager Colin Lester also receives an […]
5 years ago

Man Utd no longer have a free run at Jadon Sancho transfer
United have competition It’s only right that today, the final day of 2020, we sign off with one final transfer story involving Jadon Sancho and Manchester United. The highly rated Borussia Dortmund winger seemed destined to move to Old Trafford throughout the summer, only for the relentless stream of articles and tweets promising the transfer […]
5 years ago

Spurs release dignified statement after Fulham match postponement
No fuss, no finger pointing, just a lot of grace and decorum from Tottenham Hotspur Football Club. Very classy from the North London club.
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Angry Mourinho shares sarcastic video as Fulham game is postponed
‘Best league in the world’ – LOL. Mourinho in full sarcasm mode. Really, who can blame him for being so p*ssed off at this stage
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Spooky! Manchester United score identical goals 10 years apart
Same ground. Same opposition. Same goal. Same minute. The similarities are uncanny as Manchester United score exactly the same injury-time goal against Wolves a decade apart
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Sir Anthony Hopkins shares inspiring video celebrating his sobriety
“You young people, don’t give up. Just keep in there, just keep fighting.” What an incredible and uplifting message from the great Sir Anthony Hopkins.
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Rashford admits talk of Manchester United title challenge is “stupid”
Some Manchester United fans may be getting a tad giddy about competing with Liverpool, but Rashford thinks such talk is “a bit stupid”
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Sam Allardyce demands break in football calendar to combat Covid-19
“I am 66 years old and the last thing I want to do is catch Covid!” Big Sam is calling for a temporary cancellation in football fixtures
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Leeds receive worldwide criticism for ‘toxic’ tweet as owner doubles down
The official Leeds United tweet has been described as ‘vile’, ‘toxic’, ‘repellent’ and ‘disgusting’.
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Great news as Oxford-AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine approved for use in UK
The UK government has ordered 100 million doses of the newly approved Covid-19 vaccine – enough to vaccinate 50 million people.
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Secondary school return to be delayed as Covid infections grow out of control
As Covid cases skyrocket, ministers are under pressure to take stronger action
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Aston Villa equaliser stands despite Chelsea claims Grealish fouled Christensen
Chelsea dropped more points as Aston Villa took a point from Stamford Bridge Chelsea players were left angered as Aston Villa scored an equaliser at Stamford Bridge seconds after what they felt was a foul by Jack Grealish on Andreas Christensen. Olivier Giroud had given Frank Lampard’s side the lead in the first half, but […]
5 years ago

Neymar criticised after reportedly holding 5-day party with 500 guests
Neymar has yet to respond to the reports Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar has been on the receiving end of criticism in his native Brazil after reportedly organising a five-day party in a mansion close to Rio de Janeiro. Brazilian outlet O Globo (via the Daily Mail) claim Neymar rented a mansion in Mangaratiba on Rio’s Green […]
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PSA: Jurassic Park will leave Netflix on New Year’s Day
Life finds a way – but Netflix doesn’t Christmas is a time for giving, and being with the ones you love. But it is also a time for watching lots of films. Classic films in particular. Classic films that you have seen a million times before, but you still end up watching in a nostalgic […]
5 years ago

Solskjaer admits Bruno Fernandes makes him ‘tear his hair out’
As much as Solskjaer is grateful for Bruno Fernandes’ goals and assists, he does get frustrated on occasions with his Portuguese star.
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The real reason behind James Maddison’s remarkable football boots
Originally white, the rainbow-themed Puma Future 6.1 football boots are adorned with a design very personal to James Maddison.
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Stunning deepfake shows Guardiola rapping to Eminem’s Lose Yourself
This is possibly the greatest use of deepfake technology we’ve ever seen. Pep Guardiola’s flow is unreal. Eminem would be proud
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Paul Merson rants about how Leeds fans should be furious at ‘Bielsa ball’
“Everybody’s caught on now. They’ve all caught on, every manager. They’ve all caught on!” – Paul Merson on Bielsa’s famous tactics.
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Bad dog causes Boxing Day football match to be abandoned
Don’t try and defend him. He’s not a good boy. In fact he’s an extremely bad doggo who ruined it for everyone.
5 years ago

Councillor refuses to apologise for ‘can’t feed, don’t breed’ email during Rashford campaign
Independent councillor Roger Taylor was expelled from the Conservative Party last year A councillor has refused to apologise for sending an email with the message ‘if you can’t feed, don’t breed. Simples’ in reply to a newsletter which made reference to Marcus Rashford’s campaign to end child food poverty. Roger Taylor, an independent councillor on […]
5 years ago

Arsenal’s Alex Runarsson deletes Twitter account after fan criticism
Things go from bad to worse at The Emirates Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Runarsson has deactivated his Twitter account after his error contributed to his side’s quarter-final exit from the Carabao Cup on Tuesday night. With only four Europa League appearances for the club to his name, the Icelandic goalkeeper was surprisingly given the nod to […]
5 years ago

Eddie Murphy plays multiple characters in the trailer for Coming 2 America
The first trailer for Coming 2 America is here – and Eddie Murphy is back to his old tricks, playing a ton of characters. Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall return as King Akeem and Semmi respectively, but the duo also appear as several characters in the trailer, usually under a ton of make-up. The sequel to […]
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McDonald’s UK is launching Katsu Curry Chicken McNuggets for the first time ever
At least one thing to look forward to in 2021 McDonald’s Chicken McNuggets are a design classic. Don’t mess with a classic. If it isn’t broke, don’t fix it. But what if you added… katsu curry? McDonald’s UK have announced they are launching Katsu Curry Chicken McNuggets, for the first time ever. The limited edition […]
5 years ago

Lorient groundsman dies after being struck by part of floodlight equipment
The man died after a floodlight ramp collapsed on him A man working as a groundsman for Ligue 1 side Lorient has died after being struck by a falling piece of floodlight equipment. The 38-year-old is said to have been working on the pitch at the Stade du Moustoir after Lorient’s 3-0 defeat to Rennes on […]
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Frank Lampard claims Chelsea don’t regret letting Declan Rice go
“I certainly wouldn’t use the word ‘regret’. Our academy is one of the best in the world.” Lampard is defiant Chelsea didn’t make an expensive error.
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FA confirms no action to be taken against booing Millwall or Colchester fans
‘To be clear, we do not see taking the knee as a political symbol, and would contend that there can now be no doubt as to what the gesture means in a footballing context.’
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Carlo Ancelotti strongly opposes Jurgen Klopp argument for 5 subs
Jurgen Klopp is fed up with Premier League clubs opposing his passionate beliefs, but now Carlo Ancelotti has made a strong argument against more subs.
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Chris Wilder’s priceless reaction to being reunited with ‘Sheffield’ journalist
“Ooh, football friend!”
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Michael Owen and Paul Scholes believe Man United can win the league
Manchester United. Premier League champions 2020/21. Back on their perch at last.
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‘Mardy’ Ronaldo looks fed up as Lewandowski beats him to FIFA award
Although Ronaldo was thoroughly unimpressed, there’s another reason why the Juve man looked so annoyed – as you can see in the video
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Jack Grealish hit with nine month driving ban and hefty fine after guilty plea
Jack Grealish pleaded guilty to two driving offences, admitting he was “ashamed” of his actions before, taking a nine month ban and a fine of £82,499
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Jack Grealish uses car as decoy to avoid media as he enters court
Grealish arrived at court for sentencing after pleading guilty to two counts of driving without due care and attention Jack Grealish appeared to use a car as a decoy to escape the attention of the waiting press pack outside Birmingham Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday morning. The Aston Villa captain was due in court for sentencing […]
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Father of two who “begged for MRI scan” during lockdown dies of cancer
He was just 27. RIP. A father of two from Leeds has died from cancer aged just 27. Sherwin Hall first went to hospital on March 23 complaining of leg pain, but was only given a course of antibiotics after being misdiagnosed with prostatitis. Hall visited the hospital 13 times in two weeks, and “begged” […]
5 years ago

Armed Navy boats on standby as UK and EU post-Brexit trade talks continue
Sunday’s deadline is fast approaching Talks in Brussels between the United Kingdom and the European Union are continuing ahead of Sunday’s deadline, despite leaders from both sides admitting it is unlikely they will reach a post-Brexit trade deal. The weekend deadline was agreed by Boris Johnson and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen after […]
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Chris Evans to voice Buzz Lightyear in new Toy Story spin-off film
Lightyear will arrive in June 2022 Chris Evans (the Hollywood actor who played Captain America, not the former Radio 1 and TFI Friday presenter) will voice Buzz Lightyear in the new Pixar film, Lightyear, Disney has confirmed. The announcement came during Disney’s four-hour investors presentation on Thursday, which also featured major news about upcoming Star […]
5 years ago

Dame Barbara Windsor dies aged 83
The actress passed away peacefully in a London care home on Thursday evening Actress Dame Barbara Windsor has died aged 83, it has been confirmed. Dame Barbara, best known for her roles in EastEnders and the Carry On films died peacefully at a London care home on Thursday night. Her husband Scott Mitchell, who was […]
5 years ago

Zidane admits his time at Real is limited and he’s ‘no Alex Ferguson’
Zidane admits he’ll never match up to Sir Alex Ferguson’s remarkable achievements at Manchester United.
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Amazon warns Irish customers about new post-Brexit charges
Another indication of what Brexit will mean for Irish people Amazon has written to Irish customers to warn them that using the British version of the site from European countries could result in new charges being incurred. The online retailer says one of the new charges would relate to the buyer being liable for the […]
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Paul Pogba is annoyed he isn’t played in Bruno Fernandes’ position
Should Manchester United sacrifice Bruno Fernandes in his best position to keep Paul Pogba happy?
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New Argentina kit features daring ‘blue camo’ redesign of famous stripes
What do you think? A radical and welcome redesign for a new era? Or needless messing around with a classic iconic jersey?
5 years ago

Oreo breakfast cereal is now a real thing that is available in the UK
Oreo’s are great. Breakfast cereal is great. Putting them both together should be even better, right? You might very well have seen Oreo O’s when visiting America or other countries (remember when international travel was a thing? Seems so long ago, doesn’t it?), but the cereal is now being launched across the UK. You could […]
5 years ago

People are furious that there are too many Bountys in their Celebrations advent calendar
People are claiming to have three or even four Bountys in a row 2020 has been difficult for everyone. But spare a thought for those who are really suffering this December: the people who are getting too many Bountys in their Celebrations advent calendars. Social media is awash with people fuming with people opening the […]
5 years ago

Bizarre quirk means Manchester United will have change kit mid-season
How the change in kit design will affect people whose brand new kits are suddenly out-of-date in a matter of months is unclear.
5 years ago

Carlos Tevez honours his ‘eternal’ hero Maradona with beautiful tribute
The perfect tribute from Carlos Tevez to his all-time hero and mentor – it’s just a pity the referee punished him for it.
5 years ago

Manchester United are bringing a classic kit look back next season
Manchester United are struggling to bring back the glory days on the pitch, but at least they’ll *look* like a Fergie-era team next season with this new kit
5 years ago

Aldi are selling two metre long pigs in blanket for Christmas this year
It’s social distancing complaint Christmas is going to be a bit different this year, we all know that. But even if we can’t see loved ones, we can still keep some of the normal traditions – like having pigs in blankets with your turkey. And now, thanks to Aldi, you can even use the pigs […]
5 years ago

Nike designs custom kit for player who keeps cutting collar off
This beats having to cut off the collar every time Eintracht Frankfurt player Martin Hinteregger doesn’t like collars, apparently. Perhaps the 28-year-old defender doesn’t like how it feels on his neck. Maybe he has sensitive skin and it chafes him. Anything is possible. The point here though is that his aversion to collars is such […]
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