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Manchester United’s title aspirations set for Anfield acid test
They are top of the Premier League table after New Year’s Day for the first time since Alex Ferguson’s glittering dynasty ended with his retirement in 2013, since when they watched first Manchester City and then Liverpool disappear into the distance.
Prem referee admits Jordan Pickford should have been punished for Virgil van Dijk injury
Premier League referee Michael Oliver has admitted that Jordan Pickford should have been punished for injuring Virgil van Dijk.
Leo Messi now 97th most valuable footballer in the world
Incredibly, Cristiano Ronaldo finds himself 131st with two of the greatest players of all time both trailing Manchester United bit-part player Daniel James.
Jurgen Klopp blames coronavirus crisis for lack of transfer activity at Liverpool
The English champions are expected to be without Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez for the rest of the season, while Joel Matip is also currently sidelined leaving Klopp without a senior recognised centre-back. Midfielder Fabinho has deputised in central defence for most the season, while youngsters Rhys Williams and Nat Phillips have had to be drafted in.
Liverpool ‘unlikely’ to sign new centre-back in January
Liverpool are unlikely to add any further additions to their squad during the January transfer window, according to The Athletic.
Liverpool legend raises doubts over title defence after Southampton defeat
Liverpool’s injury woes have been well documented this season, with Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez long-term absentees, while Joel Matip was forced off with a groin complaint in last week’s 1-1 draw against West Brom.
Jamie Carragher: Liverpool must sign a centre-back in January
It is "paramount" that Liverpool sign a central defender in the January transfer window after Joel Matip sustained another injury, says former star Jamie Carragher.
2020: Twenty memorable sports moments
British-Nigerian boxer, Anthony Joshua, knocked out Bulgarian boxer, Kubrat Pulev, in the ninth round of their world title bout at the SSE Arena, Wembley, to retain his WBA (Super), IBF, WBO, and IBO heavyweight titles.
Liverpool line up bid for Manuel Akanji
According to the Daily Mail, Jurgen Klopp’s side will move for the defender if they fail to lure away Dayot Upamecano from RB Leipzig.
Mo Salah rescues Liverpool in Fulham draw
Jurgen Klopp's side were punished for a sloppy first half display at Craven Cottage when Bobby Decordova-Reid gave Fulham a shock lead.
Carlo Ancelotti plays up to Everton fans with Virgil van Dijk swipe
Ancelotti feared Digne could be set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after damaging ligaments in Toffees training at the end of November.
Alisson Becker adds to Liverpool injury woes
Goalkeeper Alisson Becker added to Liverpool’s long injury list as Caoimhin Kelleher was handed his Champions League debut for Ajax’s visit to Anfield on Tuesday night.
UEFA Team of the Year 2020 nominees revealed
Uefa have revealed the women’s and men’s nominees for the Uefa.com Team of the Year.
Jurgen Klopp confirms Thiago Alcantara still weeks away from Liverpool return
Thiago Alcantara is still weeks away from a return for Liverpool, Jurgen Klopp confirmed on Monday as he pinpointed a bad-tempered Merseyside derby against Everton last month as the root cause of his side's injury crisis.
Leeds, Liverpool managers shortlisted for FIFA men’s coach of the year
Bielsa was an eye-catching inclusion on the five-strong shortlist for Best FIFA Men's Coach, with the Championship-winning manager named alongside Hansi Flick, Julen Lopetegui, Zinedine Zidane and Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp.
The Best FIFA Award nominees revealed
A ceremony on 17 December will see players and coaches from both the women’s game and the men’s game win the prizes up for grabs.
Jurgen Klopp faults broadcasters over hectic match schedule
Liverpool boss Juergen Klopp slammed British broadcasters Sky and BT on Sunday over match scheduling that he says is leading to more player injuries.
Jurgen Klopp not thinking of January transfer window despite growing injury list
England internationals Joe Gomez (knee) and Jordan Henderson (thigh) were the latest to be added to the list in the last few days, the former potentially being ruled out for the rest of the season.
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Report: Cristiano Ronaldo to extend his Juventus contract by a year
There have been talks of the Juventus attacker leaving the club in the nearest future, however, the latest report from Momblano via Calciomercato says that the attacker will sign a one-year extension to his current deal soon.
AC Milan close to signing Fikayo Tomori on loan with buy option
Serie A leaders AC Milan are aiming to secure the loan signing of Fikayo Tomori from Chelsea with a buy option in the next few days, reputed journalist Fabrizio Romano reports.
U.S. Senate Republican asks tech firms to explain account, content removals
The outgoing Republican chairman of the Senate Commerce Committee asked the chief executives of major U.S. tech firms Apple Inc, Facebook Inc, Amazon.com Inc, Alphabet Inc and Twitter to answer detailed questions about decisions to restrict or permanently ban accounts of conservative users and other steps to restrict content or platforms.
Coronavirus: Edo governor suspends reopening of schools
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Golfer Ángel Cabrera arrested in Rio for extradition to homeland
Brazil’s federal police arrested Argentine golfer Ángel Cabrera on Thursday for extradition to his homeland to face charges for several crimes allegedly committed from 2016 to last year, two officers said.
Rasheedat Ajibade delighted to reach first final with Atletico Madrid
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Tennis: Aryna Sabalenka powers into Abu Dhabi final
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NIPRD: Homegrown remedies remain best coronavirus response
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American celebrities react to Donald Trump’s Twitter ban
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