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Mikel Arteta encouraged after meeting in wake of Arsenal’s defeat to Man Utd

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Mikel Arteta has revealed he called his players for a meeting to “bring down the temperature” – and pleaded with Arsenal’…

Jan 27, 2026

Man City boss Pep Guardiola continues criticism of ‘sensitive’ referees

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Pep Guardiola has doubled down on his criticism of referee Farai Hallam following Manchester City’s clash with Wolves last…

Jan 27, 2026

Tuesday’s briefing: Jamie Carragher warns Arne Slot about Liverpool expectations

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Arne Slot is not the only one feeling the heat in the wake of another action-packed top-flight weekend as the…

Jan 27, 2026

Frank Lampard frustrated as Coventry’s away day blues continue at Norwich

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Coventry manager Frank Lampard rued “another disappointing away result” as Norwich came from behind to beat the league leaders 2-1…

Jan 26, 2026

David Moyes pleased as Thierno Barry finds form at Everton

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Everton manager David Moyes believes Thierno Barry is finally starting to find his feet after his fourth goal in five…

Jan 26, 2026

Norwich continue their resurgence with comeback win over leaders Coventry

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Sky Bet Championship leaders Coventry suffered more misery on the road as Norwich came from behind to record a well-deserved…

Jan 26, 2026

Thierno Barry secures point for Everton against Leeds

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Everton striker Thierno Barry continued to justify manager David Moyes’ faith by equalising in the 1-1 draw at home to…

Jan 26, 2026

Gordon McQueen’s family in plea to make football safer after his death

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Gordon McQueen’s family said football must do more to protect players after an inquest found heading the ball was…

Jan 26, 2026

Harry Kane in talks over new Bayern Munich deal

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Harry Kane has opened talks over a new Bayern Munich contract, according to a report in Germany. Kane’s current…

Jan 26, 2026

Family and football greats gather for funeral of Terry Yorath

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Family and friends were joined by some of football’s greats to bid a final farewell to Terry Yorath in…

Jan 26, 2026

Past failures can fuel stuttering Arsenal’s title push, says Martin Odegaard

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Martin Odegaard says Arsenal’s catalogue of near-misses must serve as fuel rather than fear as they bid to bounce…

Jan 26, 2026

Monday’s briefing: Give me strength – Arteta asks for more after Arsenal wobble

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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta accepted criticism of his side’s mental strength after a 3-2 home defeat to Manchester United…

Jan 26, 2026

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