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• Jose Mourinho reveals familiar pre-match routine: 'I watch TV series box sets on my iPad, I'm always waiting for next episode'

  13-12-2015 23:55 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  When Jose Mourinho sends his players out to warm up at the King Power Stadium on Monday night, Chelsea's boss will lie down in a quiet corner and watch a movie on his iPad for half an hour.
  
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• Steelers get 33-20 win over Bengals, who lose QB Dalton

  13-12-2015 23:53
  
  CINCINNATI (AP) — Andy Dalton's right thumb hurt a bit as he came to the sideline. He gripped a football to gauge how much he had hurt his passing hand while making a tackle.
  
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• Sir Alex Ferguson never spoke to me during time at Manchester United, reveals Joshua King after netting winner for Bournemouth

  13-12-2015 23:48 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A lot of players won't celebrate scoring against their former clubs these days, but there was no holding back Joshua King when he converted the winner against Manchester United.
  
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• Chelsea fans appreciate my spell at club... I was very proud of time at Stamford Bridge, reveals Leicester manager Claudio Ranieri

  13-12-2015 23:44 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Claudio Ranieri has revealed Chelsea fans still thank him for his spell in charge at Stamford Bridge, but says ambitions to steer Leicester into the Champions League will follow a gentler curve.
  
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• Anthony Joshua is so lucky he didn’t get disqualified in crushing revenge victory but is it a lesson learned on route to the top?

  13-12-2015 23:38 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  JEFF POWELL: The crushing revenge victory which Anthony Joshua craved over the only man to knock him down in his fine amateur career came within a whisker of being declared a no-contest.
  
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• Roy Keane less than impressed with Ireland's Euro 2016 draw as they are sentenced to Group of Death

  13-12-2015 23:34 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The look on Roy Keane’s face said it all, while Martin O’Neill was left wondering if he was being punished for skipping mass. Keane duly delivered a verbal volley of expletives, cursing David Trezeguet.
  
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• Wales boss Chris Coleman says all the pressure will be on England ahead of Euros

  13-12-2015 23:33 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Chris Coleman says all of the pressure will be on England when they take on Wales at Euro 2016. It is the draw the Dragons boss did not want and he fears the hype around the game in Lens.
  
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• England and Lions prop Alex Corbisiero 'mentally drained' by rugby, urging NFL changes to deal with physical impact

  13-12-2015 23:32 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  SAM PETERS' GAINLINE: Alex Corbisiero insists the increasingly physical demands of the game need to be recognised with reduced contact training and enforced rest periods between seasons.
  
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• Alan Pardew: Yohan Cabaye is a dream to work with... Crystal Palace need more players like him 

  13-12-2015 23:32 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  SAMI MOKBEL: Yohan Cabaye has helped propel Crystal Palace into bona fide contenders for European football. But Alan Pardew wants more. Not more out of Cabaye, but more Cabayes.
  
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• Watford captain Troy Deeney relishing 'fun' run of fixtures against Premier League elite

  13-12-2015 23:31 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Watford captain Troy Deeney is looking forward to some festive 'fun' in the shape of games against Liverpool, Chelsea and Tottenham.
  
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• Villarreal 1-0 Real Madrid: Tottenham flop Roberto Soldado strikes winner as Rafa Benitez's side lose ground on Barcelona

  13-12-2015 23:31 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  PETE JENSON: Rafa Benitez’s record as Real Madrid coach was back in the spotlight on Sunday night as his team were beaten 1-0 by Villarreal.
  
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• Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini sets out regaining Premier League title as priority over glory in Europe

  13-12-2015 23:31 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  His paymasters in Abu Dhabi may not fully agree, but Manuel Pellegrini would take the Premier League title over Champions League glory this season as Manchester City await Monday's European draw.
  
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• Jack Butland has been superb for Stoke but rest of squad deserve credit for clean sheets as well, says Mark Hughes 

  13-12-2015 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  SAM CUNNINGHAM: Jack Butland put in yet another superb performance for Stoke but Mark Hughes is growing ‘a little frustrated’ that his goalkeeper is getting all the credit for their clean sheets.
  
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• West Indies' Samuels banned from bowling for 12 months

  13-12-2015 23:29
  
  (Reuters) - West Indies batsman Marlon Samuels has been banned from bowling for 12 months by the International Cricket Council after undergoing testing on his action. It is the second ban for the 34-year-old, whose off-spin bowling is only used on a part-time basis by West Indies. "The assessment revealed that Samuels' elbow extension exceeded 15 degrees while bowling and, thus, he employed an illegal bowling action," the world governing body said in a statement.
  
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• There's always pressure at this club, says Nadir Ciftci after Celtic striker answers his doubters in victory over St Johnstone

  13-12-2015 23:25 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The pressure had mounted on Nadir Ciftci to deliver. At McDiarmid Park, a two-goal haul that doubled his Celtic tally provided a first substantial response. Ciftci knows that this must only be the start.
  
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• Wilson throws 5 TD passes as Seahawks beat Ravens 35-6

  13-12-2015 23:22
  
  BALTIMORE (AP) — As long as Russell Wilson continues to fling touchdown passes at a dizzying rate, the Seattle Seahawks just might survive their alarming shortage of running backs.
  
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• West Indies spinner Marlon Samuels has been banned from bowling for 12 months due to an illegal action

  13-12-2015 23:21 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Marlon Samuels has been banned from bowling in international cricket for 12 months due to an illegal action, the International Cricket Council has announced.
  
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• Juventus 3-1 Fiorentina: Chelsea flop Juan Cuadrado, Mario Mandzukic and Paulo Dybala on target as Old Lady complete stunning comeback win over La Viola

  13-12-2015 23:13 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Juventus came back from a goal down to secure a 3-1 victory over rivals Fiorentina in Serie A. Juan Cuadrado, Mario Mandzukic and Paulo Dybala were on target for The Old Lady.
  
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• Atletico draw level with leaders Barca, Real lose

  13-12-2015 23:06
  
  Atletico Madrid turned up the heat on champions Barcelona when they fought back to secure a 2-1 win at home to Athletic Bilbao in La Liga on Sunday as Real Madrid slipped off the pace with a 1-0 loss at Villarreal. Atletico’s battling victory put them level at the top on 35 points with Barca, who surrendered a 2-0 advantage and were held 2-2 at home by Deportivo La Coruna on Saturday, their second consecutive draw after last weekend's 1-1 stalemate at Valencia. Barca are ahead on goal diff
  
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• With streak over, regular season begins for Warriors

  13-12-2015 23:05
  
  MILWAUKEE (AP) — Every victory raised the stakes for the Golden State Warriors.
  
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• ‘Argentina reached two finals, for f***’s sake’ – Messi hits out at critics

  13-12-2015 22:59
  
  The team came under fire for losing the 2014 World Cup and 2015 Copa America at the climactic stage.
  
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• After beating Aldo, McGregor wants to hold a second UFC belt

  13-12-2015 22:58
  
  LAS VEGAS (AP) — Gab is just one of Conor McGregor's many gifts.
  
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• Klopp salutes atmosphere as Liverpool celebrate draw

  13-12-2015 22:52
  
  Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp has probably not celebrated too many draws with quite the fervour that he greeted Divock Origi's stoppage time leveller to grab a point at home to West Bromwich Albion on Sunday. The German would have been forgiven for lamenting another costly result and two more dropped points, but instead greeted the conclusion to a bad-tempered 2-2 Premier League draw at Anfield with trademark enthusiasm. Having appeared to snub a handshake with West Brom boss Tony Pulis, he jo
  
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• Harry Arter puts his hand up for Ireland place and more Premier League talking points

  13-12-2015 22:47
  
  Also, will Tottenham run out of steam and why criticism of Ozil is unfair.
  
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• Jurgen Klopp divides opinion after leading his Liverpool players in Anfield Kop salute

  13-12-2015 22:43 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Jurgen Klopp led his Liverpool players in saluting the Kop for their vocal support on Sunday after the Anfield outfit battled to a 2-2 draw against West Brom. 
  
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• Jose Aldo looks absolutely inconsolable in this post-fight dressing room footage

  13-12-2015 22:29
  
  You really have to feel for the guy.
  
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• Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp involved in touchline row with Tony Pulis after claiming late draw against West Brom at Anfield

  13-12-2015 22:27 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp was involved in a touchline bust-up with West Brom boss Tony Pulis after the Reds scrambled a 2-2 draw on a dramatic day at Anfield.
  
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• England's new guard with Saracens coach Paul Gustard considering assistant role 

  13-12-2015 22:22 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Saracens defence and forwards coach Paul Gustard has been offered an England assistant coach role, according to the Aviva Premiership club's director of rugby Mark McCall.
  
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• Wasps 23-25 Bath: George Ford's sideline conversion after Anthony Watson's last-gasp try clinches Champions Cup win over Premiership rivals in front of Eddie Jones

  13-12-2015 22:21 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  George Ford kicked a match-winning conversion with the game's final kick in front of watching England head coach Eddie Jones as Bath dramatically ended Wasps' unbeaten run.
  
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• Wimbledon striker Adebayo Akinfenwa challenges Anthony Joshua to a fight... is he prepared to take on 'The Beast'?  

  13-12-2015 22:19 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  AFC Wimbledon's colossal striker Adebayo Akinfenwa has called out newly crowned British heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua.
  
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• Robin Goodfellow's Racing Tips: All the best bets for Monday, December 14

  13-12-2015 22:10 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Sportsmail racing expert Robin Goodfellow gives his hottest selections ahead of Monday's races at Ffos Las, Plumpton and Wolverhampton.
  
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• Premier League see-saw typified by Newcastle win at Spurs

  13-12-2015 22:08
  
  The unpredictability of a barmy Premier League season was underlined by Tottenham Hotspur's 2-1 home defeat by struggling Newcastle United on Sunday, which left bewildered home manager Mauricio Pochettino scratching his head. On a weekend which had already seen mighty Manchester United humbled by Bournemouth, the week after the south-coast underdogs had also won at Chelsea, no result ought to really be a surprise anymore in a league that is so competitive and capricious. Spurs, on a record 14-ma
  
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• Arsenal fans left unimpressed after David Moyes slights star midfielder Mesut Ozil 

  13-12-2015 22:07 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Arsenal fans rounded on David Moyes after the former Everton and Manchester United manager gave a rather harsh assessment of Mesut Ozil.
  
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• Napoli 0-0 Roma: Gonzalo Higuain frustrated as top scorer misses out on eclipsing Diego Maradona

  13-12-2015 21:46 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A solid defensive performance earned Roma only its third clean sheet in the league this season and prevented Gonzalo Higuain from finding the net for a ninth consecutive home match.
  
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• In-form Atletico will keep up the good work, Simeone says

  13-12-2015 21:46
  
  Atletico Madrid will keep working hard and stay focused on their own progress, coach Diego Simeone said after Sunday's 2-1 comeback win at home to Athletic Bilbao put them level on points with Barcelona at the top of La Liga. With 15 matches played, Atletico and Barca each have 35 points, with the champions, who let slip a 2-0 lead and drew 2-2 at home to Deportivo La Coruna on Saturday, ahead on goal difference. Atletico are well placed to repeat their La Liga triumph from the 2013-14 season, w
  
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• Central African Republic voters brave violence in crucial referendum

  13-12-2015 21:32
  
  By Serge Leger Kokopakpa BANGUI (Reuters) - Voters in Central African Republic braved heavy fighting and intimidation by armed groups to cast their ballots on Sunday in a constitutional referendum seen as a crucial step towards ending nearly three years of violence. The former French colony descended into chaos in early 2013 when mainly Muslim Seleka rebels seized control in the majority-Christian nation, committing abuses that led to reprisals by Christian anti-balaka militias. Thousands were k
  
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• Latest from the NFL: Mariota has 1st career TD - on a catch

  13-12-2015 21:26
  
  The latest from NFL games on the 14th Sunday of the regular season (all times EST):
  
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• Broncos juggling defense with starters missing vs Raiders

  13-12-2015 21:26
  
  The Denver Broncos will seek their ninth consecutive victory over the Oakland Raiders without several key starters, including inside linebacker Danny Trevathan and strong safety T.J. Ward.
  
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• Wenger hails unsung Giroud's half-ton after 'fantastic' week

  13-12-2015 21:23
  
  Olivier Giroud says he plans to keep hitting the target in Arsenal's increasingly convincing Premier League title push after his "fantastic" week concluded on Sunday with another goal that helped the Gunners back to the top of the table. The oft-maligned Frenchman, hailed by manager Arsene Wenger in the week as one of the deadliest marksman in Europe, received another hymn of praise from his manager after his early goal from the penalty spot in Arsenal's 2-0 win at Aston Villa. It was his 50th P
  
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• Atletico level with leaders Barca after win over Bilbao

  13-12-2015 20:50
  
  Atletico Madrid turned up the heat on champions Barcelona when they fought back from a goal down to secure a 2-1 win at home to Athletic Bilbao that put them level on 35 points with the La Liga pacesetters. Bilbao took a 27th-minute lead at a typically boisterous Calderon stadium when defender Aymeric Laporte netted at a corner before Atletico midfielder Saul Niguez levelled with a header from a corner at the other end on the stroke of halftime. A closely-fought encounter appeared destined for a
  
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• Villarreal 1-0 Real Madrid LIVE: Roberto Soldado gives home side the lead with fifth goal of the season at the Madrigal

  13-12-2015 20:48 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Follow Sportsmail's coverage of La Liga as Real Madrid travel to face Villarreal at the Estadio El Madrigal. Victory for Rafa Benitez's side will see Real move two points behind leaders Barcelona.
  
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• Steve McClaren praises reaction from Newcastle players at half-time: 'We could not shut them up in the dressing room' 

  13-12-2015 20:44 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  CRAIG HOPE: Steve McClaren has revealed that his players intervened to deliver their own half-time team-talk before coming from behind to win for the first time this year.
  
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• Borussia Dortmund 4-1 Eintracht Frankfurt: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scores 18th goal of the season after missing penalty

  13-12-2015 20:36 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Borussia Dortmund kept the pressure on Bayern Munich with a 4-1 win over Eintracht Frankfurt on Sunday maintaining a five-point gap between the Bundesliga's top two clubs.
  
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• Dortmund outclass Frankfurt to keep Bayern in sight

  13-12-2015 20:31
  
  Borussia Dortmund came from a goal down to crush 10-man Eintracht Frankfurt 4-1 on Sunday, tightening their hold on second place and staying on the heels of Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich. Alex Meier put the visitors ahead with an early goal, before Henrikh Mkhitaryan levelled with a 24th-minute tap-in. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Mats Hummels and Adrian Ramos all netted in a scintillating second half for Dortmund, who missed a dozen more clear scoring chances as they rode roughshod over a frus
  
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• Arsenal on top as Spurs and Liverpool drop points

  13-12-2015 20:22
  
  By Ian Chadband LONDON (Reuters) - Silky Arsenal eased to a comfortable 2-0 win at Aston Villa to soar to the Premier League summit and leave their hapless opponents rooted to the bottom while Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool dropped points on Sunday. What manager Arsene Wenger described as a "great week" for Arsenal had the perfect conclusion when rivals Spurs stalled in pursuit, their long unbeaten run ending in a 2-1 defeat by Newcastle United with a last-gasp Ayoze Perez goal. Liverpool's cha
  
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• Monaco's extravagance has been replaced by a long winter of discontent and the likes of Radamel Falcao and Anthony Martial now seem a distant memory

  13-12-2015 20:14 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  HARRY SLAVIN: Monaco is an unrecognisable place in the winter. The principality, famed for embracing the extravagant and the excessive is eerily quiet. 
  
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• Mannix the difference as Donaghy’s Austin Stacks see off Laune Rangers in Kerry relegation fight

  13-12-2015 20:14
  
  Kerry’s totemic forward chipped in with two points to help his side retain senior status.
  
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• Liverpool 2-2 West Brom: Substitute Divock Origi secures late draw at Anfield following Craig Dawson and Jonas Olsson strikes

  13-12-2015 20:13 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  DOMINIC KING AT ANFIELD: Jurgen Klopp and Tony Pulis were involved in a touchline bust-up after Liverpool scrambled a 2-2 draw on a dramatic day at Anfield.
  
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• Bengals QB Andy Dalton hurts right thumb, out for game

  13-12-2015 20:10
  
  CINCINNATI (AP) — Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton hurt his right thumb while making a tackle on an interception return in the first quarter against the Steelers on Sunday and wore a black cast when he returned to the sideline.
  
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• Kate Avery wins silver at European Cross Country Championships as Great Britain scoops gold in team event

  13-12-2015 20:08 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Kate Avery won silver at the European Cross Country Championships in Hyeres, France on Sunday. The 24-year-old finished behind dominant Dutch winner Sifan Hassan.
  
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