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Championship: Leicester come from behind to draw level with Norwich

Jamie Vardy is dropped to the bench and replaced by Patson Daka following Leicester City's defeat by Bristol City on Friday.The switch up front in one of three chances to the starting line up, with Ricardo Pereira and Callum Doyle coming in to replac

Scottish Premiership: Hatate gives Celtic lead at Livingston

Livingston have a rare foray forward but Michael Nottingham's ball into the box is comfortably claimed by goalkeeper Joe Hart.Celtic are quickly up the other end but Livi get back in numbers. Cross, cut out. Pass, cut out. It's been the way of things

Premier League: Build-up & team news as Newcastle host West Ham

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe makes one change to the side that lost 2-0 at Manchester City in the FA cup quarter-final prior to the international break.Defender Tino Livramento returns from a one-game absence with an ankle injury to replace Sven Botm

Liverpool expect Alonso to stay at Leverkusen

Last updated on 28 March 202428 March 2024.From the section LiverpoolLiverpool expect Xabi Alonso to stay at Bayer Leverkusen this summer and are to consider other candidates to replace manager Jurgen Klopp.Leverkusen are on the brink of a first Bund

Iconic Houghton leaves women’s football in better place

There is one moment among many highlights during Steph Houghton's extraordinary career that helps paint a picture of her as a person.When England were knocked out by USA in the 2019 Women's World Cup semi-finals - after Houghton's 84th-minute penalty

Where it all went wrong for Wales

Last updated on 1 hour ago1 hour ago.From the section WalesDisbelief instead of Dortmund, heartbreak instead of Hamburg.Wales' bid to reach their fourth major tournament in eight years ended in tears at Cardiff City Stadium last night as Poland's pen

‘A fourth possible finals? I never imagined it’

Last updated on 1 hour ago1 hour ago.From the section WalesVenue: Cardiff City Stadium Date: Tuesday, 26 March Kick-off: 19:45 GMTCoverage: Live on S4C, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Cymru, BBC Sounds, BBC Sport website and app, plus l

Roberts eyes more Euros joy with ‘lucky moustache’

Last updated on 24 March 202424 March 2024.From the section WalesVenue: Cardiff City Stadium Date: Tuesday, 26 March Kick-off: 19:45 GMTCoverage: Live on S4C, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Cymru, BBC Sounds, BBC Sport website and app,

‘A brutal and timely reminder of England’s problems’

Last updated on 23 March 202423 March 2024.From the section EnglandEngland manager Gareth Southgate received a brutal and timely reminder of the concerns that still follow his side around as the countdown ticks towards Euro 2024 in Germany this summe

Shankland’s flaws become strengths in role reversal

Just after the hour mark, before the Dutch deluge washed Scotland away, Lawrence Shankland was finally presented with an opportunity to show his undeniable strengths.The Hearts captain had spent his night doing the very things that some thought were

Poland Euro play-off final won’t faze Wales – Page

Last updated on 21 March 202421 March 2024.From the section WalesManager Robert Page believes Wales are in a stronger position for Tuesday's Euro 2024 play-off final against Poland than when they qualified for the 2022 World Cup via the same route.Th

Wales braced for crunch Finland Euro play-off

Last updated on 20 March 202420 March 2024.From the section FootballVenue: Cardiff City Stadium Date: Thursday, 21 March Kick-off: 19:45 GMTCoverage: Live on S4C, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Cymru, BBC Sounds, BBC Sport website and a

Burns ruled out of Wales’ Euro play-offs

Venue: Cardiff City Stadium Date: Thursday, 21 March Kick-off: 19:45 GMTCoverage: Live on BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Cymru, BBC Sounds, BBC Sport website and app, plus live textHighlights: Match of the Day Wales, BBC One Wales from

‘Historic moment for football fans’ – bill introduced to establish regulator

The UK government will continue plans for an independent football regulator when the Football Governance Bill is introduced in Parliament on Tuesday.The legislation would grant powers to a body, independent of both government and football authorities

‘There is life in Ten Hag yet as Man Utd manager’

Erik ten Hag's future as Manchester United manager was never going to be definitively shaped by one game but even the taciturn Dutchman must have known how much was riding on the FA Cup quarter-final meeting with Liverpool at Old Trafford.A defeat wo

‘Newcastle must salvage season heading for anti-climax’

Newcastle United's long wait to win a trophy will now extend to 56 years and manager Eddie Howe must mount a salvage operation to stop a season of expectation ending as one of desperate anti-climax followed by heavy scrutiny.City's goals were both la

‘I let myself down’ – Hayes on relationship comments

Chelsea manager Emma Hayes says she let herself down with comments about relationships between players.In a news conference on Thursday, she said player-coach relationships and player-to-player relationships are "inappropriate" and hard for coaches t

‘We want to achieve more’ – Villa enjoy night ‘to remember’

Aston Villa captain John McGinn wants more memorable European nights after helping the club into the quarter-finals of the Europa Conference League.Villa beat four-time European champions Ajax 4-0 at home to move into the last eight of a major Europe

‘Unreal’ – The best Premier League comeback win in 20 years

On a night when all eyes were on the Champions League, the Premier League witnessed its biggest comeback win in more than 20 years.Away from the television cameras and the drama in Madrid and Dortmund, Bournemouth and Luton played out one of the most

Raya delivers when it matters most on crucial night for Arsenal

David Raya settled all lingering arguments about manager Mikel Arteta's judgement and his status as Arsenal's first-choice goalkeeper amid the sound and fury of a dramatic Champions League win over Porto at Emirates Stadium.Raya's uncertain start as

Man Utd face Chelsea in Women’s FA Cup semi-final

Manchester United will face holders Chelsea - a repeat of last season's final - in the Women's FA Cup semi-finals.Tottenham and Leicester, both in the last four for the first time, will meet in the other semi.Chelsea, who beat Manchester United 1-0 i

The hype is real – five Liverpool v Man City talking points

It was hyped as the game of the Premier League season so far and it didn't disappoint.Leaders Arsenal are only above Liverpool on goal difference, while champions Manchester City are just one point behind them in third."What a game," said former Live

‘We wanted to win for him’ – Ramsdale’s rollercoaster as Arsenal go top

Eventually Aaron Ramsdale was able to break out into a relieved smile.Ramsdale was not laughing, however, for most of the previous hour.During that period it looked as though his error - hesitating on a backpass and seeing Brentford equalise when his

‘I see excellence when I face it’ – Klopp on Guardiola

Last updated on 8 March 20248 March 2024.From the section Premier LeaguePremier League leaders Liverpool host champions Manchester City on Sunday with both sides chasing history in a huge clash at the top of the table.With the Carabao Cup already sec

A fitting finale? The rivalry that has dominated English football

Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola's rivalry has both dominated and changed English football.The Liverpool manager and his Manchester City counterpart have fought out epic title battles - and their Premier League rivalry could be set for a fitting final