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Where all 20 Premier League clubs should strengthen before the season
<p>Manchester United and Arsenal need midfielders, Liverpool should sign a winger and Chelsea require a goalkeeper</p><p>By <a href="https://theanalys
Abusive chanting against immigrants in English football on rise, new data reveals
<ul><li><p>Reported incidents of all discrimination reach new high</p></li><li><p>Reports of abuse in grassroots football rose for fifth year</p></li>
Retaining Rodri is key to Manchester City success under Enzo Maresca
<p>New manager’s No 1 priority must be to persuade World Cup-winning captain to stay as Real Madrid circle</p><p>“Welcome home,” was Khaldoon al-Mubar
Zidane waited for France - now can he harness their star power?
Zinedine Zidane says he waited for the France job, but what will he bring to the role after after five years out of management?
Could Leeds move help Trafford challenge for England keeper spot?
BBC Sport examines how James Trafford's England chances could be affected if he completes a big-money move to Leeds.
Fifa accused of ‘selling the soul of football’ over $20bn World Cup commercial rights sale plan
<ul><li><p>World governing body set to raise millions from venture</p></li><li><p>Uefa hits out at proposal and could take legal action</p></li><li><p
Xabi Alonso plays down Welbeck and Henderson moves after Chelsea win
<ul><li><p>‘There will be a lot of transfer links, a lot of rumours’</p></li><li><p>Chelsea hit back to beat Western Sydney Wanderers 6-4</p></li></ul
Uefa and PM criticise Infantino World Cup plan
Uefa and Prime Minister Andy Burnham criticise proposals from Fifa to seek private investment in its competitions, including the World Cup.
Roberto Mancini returns as Italy head coach with Claudio Ranieri named technical director
<ul><li><p>Mancini replaces Gattuso for second spell in charge</p></li><li><p>Ranieri takes over from Paolo Maldini in overseeing role</p></li></ul><p
Relive Zidane's World Cup masterclass as he's named France head coach
New France head coach Zinedine Zidane produces a masterclass against Brazil in the quarter-finals of the 2006 World Cup.
Can lightning strike twice? Cape Verde set for Wafcon debut
After the men's success at the World Cup, Cape Verde should not be underestimated on their Women's Africa Cup of Nations debut, forward Sandra Martins
Sunderland close in on Dayann Methalie signing after Newcastle back off
<ul><li><p>Toulouse defender expected to cost about £26m</p></li><li><p>Newcastle still looking for defensive reinforcements</p></li></ul><p>Sunderlan
England keeper Hampton extends deal at Chelsea
England international Hannah Hampton signs a new two-year deal with Chelsea.
Milos Kerkez: ‘I’m delighted – Andoni Iraola is the perfect fit for Liverpool’
<p>Full-back on being reunited with former manager, the shock of Arne Slot’s sacking and being mistaken for a bridegroom</p><p>It has been quite the s
‘He’s back’: Zinedine Zidane named France head coach in long-awaited homecoming
<ul><li><p>Four-year deal agreed with successor to Deschamps</p></li><li><p>‘I have so many emotions, I am ready for the challenge’</p></li></ul><p>Fo
Zidane confirmed as France head coach
Former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has been confirmed as the head coach of the France national team.
Football transfer rumours: Manchester United to sign Juve’s Francisco Conceição?
<p>Today’s rumours are napping on the beach</p><p>As sports fans everywhere eagerly await the resumption of cricket’s <a href="https://www.theguardian
Rangers near Makhanya deal - gossip
Celtic, Dundee United and Rangers close in on latest signings as VAR take on new rules from World Cup.
Why Chelsea want to sign older players
Chelsea are targeting deals for Maxence Lacroix, Jordan Henderson and Danny Welbeck - three experienced heads, in an age when the focus has been on yo
Maldini and Leonardo resign from Italian FA after Pirlo appointment falls through
<ul><li><p>Pirlo no longer in running for coach role over betting ties</p></li><li><p>Paolo Maldini only appointed technical director on 11 July</p></
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