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Farrell hopes humility can win Revolution MLS CupGraham Parker: New England’s No1 draft pick has nullified the likes of Thierry Henry, and is aiming for the title this weekend -
Chicago Bears fan 'stabbed for praising Green Bay Packers'A Chicago Bears fan says he was stabbed by fellow supporters after he complimented the Green Bay Packers
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Whelan risks outrage with 'chingalings' commentsThe Wigan owner Dave Whelan has risked further outrage among ethnic communities by referring to Chinese people as ‘chingalings’ -
Chelsea v Manchester City: who has the staying power in title race?Dominic Fifield and Jamie Jackson: Chelsea should win two-horse race by a short head but then Sergio Agüero rides for Manchester City
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Lindsey Vonn to make return at Lake Louise after year out injuredThe 2010 Olympic downhill champion Lindsey Vonn is set to make her return after a year out injured at her favourite resort of Lake Louise
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IOC urged to make human rights key part of major sporting eventsHost cities and countries should be held to minimum standards on human rights by the IOC
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Football in briefThe Leicester manager, Nigel Pearson, said he will not apologise to fan, while Everton’s Ross Barkley has adapted to being targeted by opponents
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Liverpool not considering selling Mario Balotelli despite FA chargeLiverpool do not expect Mario Balotelli to leave Anfield in January despite the threat of a Football Association punishment adding to his problematic start with the club
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Borussia Dortmund off the bottom after beating Hoffenheim 1-0Last season’s runners-up Borussia Dortmund climbed off the foot of the table by beating Hoffenheim 1-0 on Friday, their second victory in 11 Bundesliga games
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Sunderland’s Gus Poyet: I was right about Liverpool and Luis SuárezGus Poyet has prepared for Sunderland’s visit to Liverpool by returning to his controversial assessment of the team’s qualities last season
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Everton’s Muhamed Besic: Why I didn’t ask for Messi’s shirt at World CupEverton’s Bosnia midfielder talks to Paul Wilson about the day he marked Messi, his frustration over a fringe role at Hamburg and his big chance to shine at Goodison Park
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Sam Allardyce’s revelations reveal confidence flowing at West Ham UnitedIn different times any manager who admitted signing Andy Carroll instead of Wilfried Bony could expect severe criticism, but West Ham are having too much fun to care
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West Ham fearful over Diafra Sakho in Africa Cup of NationsSam Allardyce has said he does not trust Senegal’s medical team to look after Diafra Sakho properly during the Africa Cup of Nations
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Joe Hart to sign new contract with Manchester City ‘in the next day’Manuel Pellegrini has revealed that Joe Hart’s lengthy negotiations with Manchester City over a new contract are close to a conclusion
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Everton’s Ross Barkley must cope as a marked man, says Roberto MartínezEverton’s manager, Roberto Martínez, said opposition teams invariably try to make things tough for Ross Barkley
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Newcastle’s Alan Pardew praises ‘really constructive’ Mike AshleyAs he approaches the fourth anniversary of his appointment as Newcastle manager Alan Pardew has said his relationship with Mike Ashley is the basis of his success
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Arsène Wenger to give Arsenal ‘leader’ Alexis Sánchez a restArsène Wenger praised Alexis Sánchez for his goals and powers of recovery but the striker needs a break
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José Mourinho claims Newcastle United raise game when facing ChelseaJosé Mourinho said he expected a stern test at Newcastle United because: ‘When they see the Chelsea shirts, they play the game of their lives’
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Dan Cole back at the coal face and digging deep for a World Cup callThe Leicester prop tells Robert Kitson he is determined to win back his England place after 10 months out recovering from a serious neck injury
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Louis van Gaal praises Southampton but refuses to discuss Ronald KoemanThe Manchester United manager, Louis van Gaal, talked of his surprise at Southampton’s high league position but refused to talk about his oposite number
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Football in briefThe Leicester manager, Nigel Pearson, said he will not apologise to fan, while Everton’s Ross Barkley has adapted to being targeted by opponents
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Liverpool not considering selling Mario Balotelli despite FA chargeLiverpool do not expect Mario Balotelli to leave Anfield in January despite the threat of a Football Association punishment adding to his problematic start with the club
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Borussia Dortmund off the bottom after beating Hoffenheim 1-0Last season’s runners-up Borussia Dortmund climbed off the foot of the table by beating Hoffenheim 1-0 on Friday, their second victory in 11 Bundesliga games
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Sunderland’s Gus Poyet: I was right about Liverpool and Luis SuárezGus Poyet has prepared for Sunderland’s visit to Liverpool by returning to his controversial assessment of the team’s qualities last season
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Arsène Wenger to give Arsenal ‘leader’ Alexis Sánchez a restArsène Wenger praised Alexis Sánchez for his goals and powers of recovery but the striker needs a break
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José Mourinho claims Newcastle United raise game when facing ChelseaJosé Mourinho said he expected a stern test at Newcastle United because: ‘When they see the Chelsea shirts, they play the game of their lives’
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Louis van Gaal praises Southampton but refuses to discuss Ronald KoemanThe Manchester United manager, Louis van Gaal, talked of his surprise at Southampton’s high league position but refused to talk about his oposite number
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Real Madrid agree deal for Real Mallorca teenager Marco AsensioReal Madrid have agreed to sign Real Mallorca’s 18-year-old Spain youth international Marco Asensio on a six-year contract
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Pelé shows further signs of recovering from kidney conditionThe Brazil legend Pelé is showing further signs of improvement as he continues his recovery from a kidney condition
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Tottenham Hotspur v Crystal Palace: match previewTottenham Hotspur hope to bounce back against Crystal Palace after being comprehensively beaten by Chelsea but Crystal Palace remain a counterattacking threat
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José Mourinho claims Newcastle United raise game when facing ChelseaJosé Mourinho said he expected a stern test at Newcastle United because: ‘When they see the Chelsea shirts, they play the game of their lives’
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Louis van Gaal praises Southampton but refuses to discuss Ronald KoemanThe Manchester United manager, Louis van Gaal, talked of his surprise at Southampton’s high league position but refused to talk about his oposite number
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James Guy wins silver at World Short Course ChampionshipsJames Guy twice broke the British record for the 400m freestyle on his way to silver at the World Short Course Championships in Doha
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Real Madrid agree deal for Real Mallorca teenager Marco AsensioReal Madrid have agreed to sign Real Mallorca’s 18-year-old Spain youth international Marco Asensio on a six-year contract
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Luke Donald fires a second-round 63 to lead Nedbank from Ross FisherLuke Donald fired a nine-under-par second round of 63 to lead the Nedbank Challenge by two shots from his fellow Englishman Ross Fisher
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Football Weekly: live in London - video
Just days after winning an FSF award, the Football Weekly pod squad went on the road to Logan Hall in central London for their biggest live show yet
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Manchester City returning to last year's standard, says Manuel Pellegrini – video
Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini and Sunderland's Gus Poyet react to City's 4-1 win at the Stadium of Light
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Phillip Hughes remembered at Macksville funeral – in picturesFamily and friends of Australian cricketer Philip Hughes have gathered with residents of his home town to remember the player’s life
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Western Sydney Wanderers players accused of high-fives as Ali Abbas carried off injured - video
Sydney FC coach Graham Arnold has accused two Wanderers players of high-fiving after Ali Abbas was carried off injured. Abbas is set to miss the rest of the season and possibly more after the heavy challenge from Western Sydney's Iacopo La Rocca
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Macksville locals pay tribute to Phillip Hughes – video
Macksville locals Wally Sweet and Steve Bailey talk about the passing of hometown cricketer Phillip Hughes, ahead of the funeral on Wednesday at his former school, with thousands expected to attend.
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José Mourinho hails Chelsea’s unbeaten season - video
Chelsea manager José Mourinho looks ahead to his team's match against Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday
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South Africa’s cricket and rugby teams look forward to Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup match – video
Springboks forward Flip van der Merwe and batsman Hashim Amla look ahead to the Nelson Mandela Legacy Cup T20 match on Friday in Johannesburg
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Arsène Wenger: Thierry Henry is an Arsenal man –- video
Arsène Wenger says striker Thierry Henry will certainly have a role at Arsenal during his career in the future
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Steven Gerrard offered a contract extension at Liverpool, says Brendan Rodgers – video
Brendan Rogers confirms that midfielder Steven Gerrard has been offered a contract extension at Liverpool
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Andy Townsend | The GalleryThe ITV commentator’s Tactics Truck returns and he also stars as Mr Motivator and a white van driver
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Manuel Pellegrini hails Manchester City’s 3-0 win against Southampton – video
Managers Manuel Pellegrini and Ronald Koeman give their reactions after Manchester City beat Southampton 3-0 at St Mary's Stadium
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Mark Webber involved in horror crash in WEC São Paulo race – video
Australian race driver has been involved in a serious crash at a World Endurance Championship race in Sao Paulo, Brazil
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Swansea's Garry Monk disappointed with 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace - video
Swansea manager Garry Monk says he is disappointed after his team failed to secure a win against Crystal Palace on Saturday
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