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• Arne Slot insists he would be relishing Mo Salah's return from AFCON 'even if Liverpool had 15 attackers', hinting explosive fall-out is behind them

  16-01-2026 12:01 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Arne Slot says he will be happy to have Mohamed Salah back - hinting that the rift between the head coach and star player is fully behind them.
  
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• Mikel Arteta speaks out on heated half-time row between Declan Rice and 'AirPods Albert' during Chelsea win

  16-01-2026 11:59 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The midfielder clashed in the tunnel with Stuivenberg, known as 'AirPod Albert', in an expletive-laden rant during the semi-final first leg at Stamford Bridge.
  
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• 'I wouldn't be playing for England if I hadn't joined Nottingham Forest': ELLIOT ANDERSON on going to a new level after leaving Newcastle, the surprise boss who turbocharged his career - and his link to Love Island

  16-01-2026 11:42 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY IAN LADYMAN: Elliot Anderson always knew he was a good footballer. He couldn't ignore the evidence. He was on the books of Newcastle United from the age of eight.
  
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• Revealed: The footage behind Roy Keane's 'big mouth' cheap shot at Michael Carrick's wife 12 years on... clip shows stony-faced pundit laying into new Man United boss in 2014

  16-01-2026 11:17 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A video from 12-years ago of Roy Keane's scathing remarks about a Michael Carrick interview has gone viral as the origin of their feud. 
  
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• Antonio Conte aims thinly-veiled dig at ex-Man United boss Ruben Amorim over his handling of striker Rasmus Hojlund

  16-01-2026 11:09 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Hojlund, 22, joined Serie A giants Napoli on loan last September, with a conditional obligation to buy for around £38million, after being told he was not part of Amorim's plans at Man United.
  
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• Revealed: The footage behind Roy Keane's 'big mouth' cheap shot at Michael Carrick's wife 12 years later... clip shows stony-faced pundit laying into new Man United boss in 2014

  16-01-2026 10:44 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A video from 12-years ago of Roy Keane's scathing remarks about a Michael Carrick interview has gone viral as the origin of their feud. 
  
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• England in talks for pre-World Cup friendlies in US - with TWO locations leading the way to host Thomas Tuchel's side

  16-01-2026 10:39 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  EXCLUSIVE BY MIKE KEEGAN: England are set to play at the home of Mickey Mouse as they seek to discover the magic kingdom of a World Cup victory.
  
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• Maddy Studdon: Female footy star's alleged 'sneaky $1 act to hit ex with cutting slur' - as fresh details emerge about lead-up to charges where she was 'enraged about love triangle with a man'

  16-01-2026 09:46 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Football star Maddy Studdon is facing domestic violence charges after her three-year romance with her Sydney real estate agent girlfriend blew up in a flurry of cheating accusations.
  
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• Tottenham to step up forward search: Spurs to go into the market with key star to miss 10 MATCHES through injury as crisis deepens for Thomas Frank

  16-01-2026 09:43 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  There was some good news for Frank this week with the £35million arrival of England midfielder Conor Gallagher from Atletico Madrid, and Spurs remain in the market for an attacking player.
  
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• Inside Liam Rosenior's first week at Chelsea: Ditching gloves so players can hear him clapping and why LEGO may play a key role in his future plans

  16-01-2026 09:42 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  KIERAN GILL: In time, Chelsea's players may stroll into Cobham anticipating a routine training session, only to be ushered into a Lego-building competition instead.
  
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• The Serie A and Ligue 1 stars Chelsea are eyeing as Liam Rosenior's first signing - and Champions League winner's surprising swoop for Rangers' James Tavernier: TRANSFER WINDOW WATCH

  16-01-2026 09:12 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The transfer window is open and here are today's latest developments from Daily Mail Sport's Simon Jones
  
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• Man United fans turn on 'shameful' Paul Scholes and Nicky Butt for 'little toddler' mockery of Lisandro Martinez on their podcast - and the stats prove the legends wrong!

  16-01-2026 08:47 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Nicky Butt and Paul Scholes have invited criticism from sections of the Manchester United fanbase after the pair mocked Lisandro Martinez's ability to deal with Erling Haaland.
  
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• How Lachie Neale's marriage bust up could cost him a LOT more than his relationship: Warning of staggering $1.5million blow for footy star

  16-01-2026 07:14 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Fallen AFL star Lachie Neale stands to lose more than his marriage, with his $1.5million brand in jeopardy following his high-profile bust up with wife Jules
  
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• Why tennis superstar Roger Federer is in Melbourne - 'achieved way more than I ever thought I would'

  16-01-2026 06:50 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Tennis maestro Roger Federer has returned to Melbourne Park for the first time since 2020 - and he wouldn't want to be anywhere else.
  
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• Olympic medalist celebrates with attorneys after beating domestic violence charge in Florida

  16-01-2026 06:33 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  U.S. Olympic sprinter Fred Kerley scored a major legal victory in Florida, where prosecutors dropped a domestic violence case against him.
  
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• Novak Djokovic caught up in more drama in Australia, days before the Grand Slam even begins

  16-01-2026 06:32 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Tennis great Novak Djokovicbrushed off a heckler during a warm-up match at the Australian Open, cruising past Frances Tiafoe 6-3, 6-4 in just over 80 minutes
  
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• Matildas star Hayley Raso pictured getting VERY cosy with Eintracht Frankfurt teammate

  16-01-2026 05:35 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Matildas star Hayley Raso has set tongues wagging after posting what appeared to be a loved-up image on social media with a club teammate.
  
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• Dodgers agree with Kyle Tucker 'on $240m deal' as champs beat out Mets, Blue Jays for top free agent

  16-01-2026 04:31 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The Los Angeles Dodgers have once again secured the free-agent market's top prize. Now the back-to-back World Series Champions could roll out one of the greatest lineups in baseball history.
  
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• Tom Brady opens up on the toll his divorce from Gisele Bundchen took on him in his final NFL season

  16-01-2026 04:27 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  FOX Sports analyst and seven-time Super Bowl winning quarterback Tom Brady opened up about his tough final season in the NFL - and the toll it took on his marriage to Gisele Bundchen.
  
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• Mets billionaire owner Steve Cohen's cryptic tweet enrages fans after team loses free agent Kyle Tucker to LA

  16-01-2026 04:27 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The New York Metsdid not sign Kyle Tucker, or Pope Leo XIV for that matter, but fans certainly thought that might be the case after a cryptic tweet from owner Steve Cohen.
  
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• Texans are dealt disastrous blow with Nico Collins likely to miss playoff showdown against the Patriots

  16-01-2026 03:59 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The Houston Texans (13-5) will almost certainly be without a top playmaker on Sunday in Foxboro when they square off with the New England Patriots (15-3) in the NFL's divisional-playoff round.
  
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• Tennis legend looks almost unrecognisable from his playing days after touching down in Melbourne for Australian Open

  16-01-2026 03:40 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A four-time Australian Open winner has touched down in Melbourne in anonymous fashion, looking nothing like the electric and colourful personality that once dominated the ATP tour
  
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• Inside Saracens' world-class academy: Coaches rave about next generation led by Noah Caluori, how club is fast-tracking young stars, what they learnt from Toulouse and the talent boss Mark McCall singles out

  16-01-2026 03:00 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Mike Hynard, the academy manager at Saracens and a man responsible for producing some of the country's biggest talents, knows what it takes to make it to the top. And he likes what he sees.
  
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• Inside Liam Rosenior's first week at Chelsea: New boss's parting words for Enzo Maresca, open-door policy with star players and why LEGO may play a key role in his future plans

  16-01-2026 03:00 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  KIERAN GILL: In time, Chelsea's players may stroll into Cobham anticipating a routine training session, only to be ushered into a Lego-building competition instead.
  
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• How Man City rekindled the love with their away fans: The huddle ploy they used at the Emirates, the players behind their new rituals, the reborn Pep Guardiola song and how it all began after a long trip to Ukraine

  16-01-2026 03:00 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  There is an acceptance at Manchester City from both sides that a stronger bond is forming between players and the club's away fans.
  
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• Mets billionaire owner Steve Cohen sets fans wild with cryptic message amid pursuit of Kyle Tucker

  16-01-2026 02:43 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  New York Mets billionaire owner Steve Cohen has ignited fan interest with a cryptic post on X. Some fans are suddenly confident the team's dismal offseason is about to turn around.
  
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• Polarising tennis star Daniil Medvedev 'rates' footy heartthrob Bailey Smith's on-court skills at the Australian Open

  16-01-2026 02:28 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  World number 12 Daniil Medvedev has been caught on camera reacting to the on-court 'skills' of AFL star Bailey Smith.
  
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• Pushy parent? Chargers assistant Navorro Bowman quits his job to focus on son's promising basketball career

  16-01-2026 01:52 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Many coaches say they're stepping away to focus on their family. In the case of Los Angeles Chargers assistant and former NFL linebacker Navorro Bowman, that happens to be the truth.
  
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• Ryan Lochte moves in with stunning new girlfriend after newly sober Olympian's bombshell divorce

  16-01-2026 01:40 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Olympic Gold medalist swimmer Ryan Lochte is taking the relationship with his new girlfriend to the next level.
  
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• Former NRL star Curtis Scott to contest drink driving charges - despite police revealing stunning new allegations

  16-01-2026 01:37 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Troubled former NRL star Curtis Scott will contest allegations he was drink driving before leaving the scene of a crash in Sydney's south last June.
  
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• Anthony Joshua trains again in 'mental strength therapy' just 19 DAYS after tragic car crash that killed two of his best friends

  16-01-2026 01:08 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The funerals of Joshua's strength coach Sina Ghami and his personal trainer Latif 'Latz' Ayodele took place on January 4 at a London mosque after the pair were killed.
  
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• Footballer banned for 'violating rival's private parts', leaving him unable to speak, PLAYS in match despite seven-game suspension - as rules loophole sparks bizarre row

  16-01-2026 01:05 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Swindon Town captain Ollie Clarke, 33, was hit with a seven-game suspension after leaving a Cardiff City player 'very emotional and struggling to speak'.
  
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• Anthony Joshua trains again in 'mental strength therapy' weeks after tragic car crash that killed two of his best friends

  16-01-2026 00:53 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The funerals of Joshua's strength coach Sina Ghami and his personal trainer Latif 'Latz' Ayodele were due to take place on Sunday January 4 at London Central Mosque.
  
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• World's sexiest hockey star and OnlyFans model Mikayla Demaiter spills out of little dress in latest post

  16-01-2026 00:23 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The post, shared onto her Instagram account which boasts over 3 million followers, accrued over 40,000 likes in just one day as fans lapped up the pictures.
  
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• Luke Littler, 18, given shot at £150k prize as Saudis launch huge twist ahead of darts competition - with youngster aiming to top up £3.3m earnings after splashing out on luxury mansion for his parents

  16-01-2026 00:14 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Two-time world champion Littler, 18, has pocketed around £3.3million during his career so far and will add a significant sum to his prize money if he hits a nine-darter at the event in Riyadh.
  
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• Aussie tennis star reveals secret retirement fears after overcoming injury to rocket into the Australian Open

  16-01-2026 00:05 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Storm Hunter's long road back from injury reached a powerful milestone on Thursday when she qualified for another Australian Open singles campaign at Melbourne Park
  
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• Celtic make enquiry about West Ham's Callum Wilson in their desperate search for a striker in January transfer window

  15-01-2026 23:58 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Celtic have made an enquiry for West Ham striker Callum Wilson as they continue to scramble for new recruits in the January transfer window.
  
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• Tennis legend Jim Courier is spotted doing a VERY unusual job

  15-01-2026 23:49 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The 55-year-old, four-time Grand Slam champion has become one of the best commentators in tennis since he retired from the tour.
  
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• LA sheriffs admit mistake after arresting Rams star Puka Nacua's brother for stealing Lakers player's car

  15-01-2026 23:49 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The Los AngelesCounty Sheriff's Department is asking local prosecutors to reject a vehicular theft case against the brother of NFL star Puka Nacua aftermaking a startling revelation.
  
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• Nicky Butt and Paul Scholes face fan backlash for mocking Man United star's battle with Erling Haaland - and the stats prove they are WRONG

  15-01-2026 23:39 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Nicky Butt and Paul Scholes have invited criticism from sections of the Manchester United fanbase after the pair mocked Lisandro Martinez's ability to deal with Erling Haaland.
  
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• Man United's winners and losers under Michael Carrick: The star who benefits the most, the £60m man who does not fit the new head coach's system - and the defender living on borrowed time

  15-01-2026 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Michael Carrick is in situ until at least the end of this season and offers the chance for a clean slate and a chance to go on a run to finish the campaign with Champions League football.
  
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• The Tour de France is returning to the UK after 13 years: Will it be stopping near YOU?

  15-01-2026 23:11 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The full routes were revealed for the men's and women's races through Scotland, England, and Wales on Thursday, with the races to run through 10 cities in the United Kingdom.
  
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• Luke Littler's Saudi payday? Darts star, 18, to throw for £150k prize in sport's biggest EVER nine-dart bonus as he aims to top up £3.3m earnings after splashing out on luxury mansion for his parents

  15-01-2026 23:10 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Two-time world champion Littler, 18, has pocketed around £3.3million during his career so far and will add a significant sum to his prize money if he hits a nine-darter at the event in Riyadh.
  
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• Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold suffers huge injury scare ahead of playoff showdown against 49ers

  15-01-2026 23:04 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  He led Seattle to the No 1 seed in the NFC in a fine first season for Mike Macdonald's team. But on Thursday the Seahawks added him to the injury report. He is now listed as questionable.
  
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• Patrick Mahomes outlines bold plan to return from torn ACL sooner than anyone expected

  15-01-2026 22:59 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Mahomes suffered the gruesome knee injury in a game against the Los Angeles Chargers. While his season officially came to an end on the field, he is working hard off it to make a quick comeback.
  
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• Troubled ex-NBA star arrested for stealing $23... despite earning $16million in his career

  15-01-2026 22:35 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The former Celtics guard has had a number of run-ins with the law in recent years and extended that record last month after an incident in Fairfax County, Virginia.
  
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• Hailee Steinfeld risks wrath of Bills fans as old photo resurfaces ahead of Josh Allen's playoff clash with Broncos

  15-01-2026 21:54 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The Buffalo Bills head to Mile High on Saturday to face the Broncos in a mouthwatering divisional round clash. Buffalo's hopes of reaching the Super Bowl rest on quarterback Allen.
  
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• The horrifying death of Iranian wrestler Navid Afkari - hanged at 27 by Iran's regime for protesting, despite Donald Trump's efforts to save him

  15-01-2026 21:51 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  He was hanged in Iran for a crimehe insisted he didn't commit, executed by the country he longed to represent at the Olympics after taking to the streets to protest the regime.
  
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• How the Giants stole John Harbaugh from their NFL rivals and sealed $100m deal over discreet seafood dinner

  15-01-2026 21:27 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  It was announced overnight on Wednesday that they had won the race to sign the most impressive candidate currently available in the NFL after he was fired by the Baltimore Ravens.
  
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• World's sexiest hockey star and OnlyFans star Mikayla Demaiter spills out of little black dress in latest post

  15-01-2026 21:11 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The post, shared onto her Instagram account which boasts over 3 million followers, accrued over 40,000 likes in just one day as fans lapped up the pictures.
  
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