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• Sam Allardyce coudl make Crystal Palace train at Selhurst

  13-02-2017 23:54 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Sam Allardyce's side have the worst home record in the Premier League after taking only seven points out of a possible 36. Palace's players will train at Beckenham this week but a switch is possible.
  
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• Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola still thinks chasing down Chelsea is a huge task despite closing the gap at Bournemouth

  13-02-2017 23:52
  
  Pep Guardiola admitted it will be a huge task to catch Chelsea despite closing the gap on the Premier League leaders on Monday.The Manchester City manager watched his side win 2-0 at Bournemouth to move within eight points of Antonio Conte’s table toppers.Raheem Sterling and Sergio Aguero were on target in a comfortable win that made it three wins from three in February so far.
  
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• Martial to cost Man Utd £8.5m by scoring vs St Etienne

  13-02-2017 23:50 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Anthony Martial dearly wants the goal that will cost Manchester United £8.5million to come against his old rivals St Etienne in the Europa League at Old Trafford on Thursday night.
  
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• Nasser Hussain: Time is right for Joe Root

  13-02-2017 23:46 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  NASSER HUSSAIN: From what I've seen of Joe as an England player the signs are good. From the moment he made his Test debut, he's shown that all-important mental toughness captains need.
  
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• British track star Laura Muir on her dreams of being a vet

  13-02-2017 23:38 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY MARTHA KELNER: Two record breakers are centre of attention at Glasgow’s animal hospital. - Great Dane Zeus, the biggest dog in Scotland, and Laura Muir.
  
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• Leicester stars Wes Morgan and Robert Huth facing the axe

  13-02-2017 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Claudio Ranieri is considering drastic measures to lead Leicester from the threat of relegation. He is set to break up the defence that inspired their Premier League title triumph.
  
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• Arsenal stars put pressure on Mesut Ozil

  13-02-2017 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Mesut Ozil finds himself under growing pressure after it emerged that factions in the Arsenal dressing room feel the German has received preferential treatment from manager Arsene Wenger.
  
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• AFC Wimbledon face FA probe for 'disgusting' verbal abuse

  13-02-2017 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  AFC Wimbledon are being investigated by the FA after vile abuse was allegedly hurled at Charlton manager Karl Robinson by a volunteer member of their groundstaff.
  
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• Premier League could lose referee Mark Clattenburg

  13-02-2017 23:12 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  EXCLUSIVE -CRAIG HOPE: Sportsmail understands that an offer from the United States could appeal to the 41-year-old referee, while there is also interest from China.
  
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• Robin Goodfellow's racing tips: Best bets for February 14

  13-02-2017 23:11 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Sportsmail's racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips ahead of Tuesday's meetings at Newcastle, Fontwell and Ayr.
  
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• Bournemouth 0-2 Manchester City: Pep's side close gap

  13-02-2017 23:09 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  RIATH AL-SAMARRAI AT THE VITALITY STADIUM: Victory sees Manchester City jump from fifth to second, just eight points off Chelsea. There might just be life in the old dog yet.
  
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• Premier League: Manchester City go second despite Jesus blow at Bournemouth

  13-02-2017 23:05
  
  Raheem Sterling opened the scoring before an own goal from Tyrone Mings handed Manchester City a 2-0 win at Bournemouth.
  
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• Kell Brook to fight Errol Spence Jnr in IBF defence

  13-02-2017 23:05 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Kell Brook's next fight will be against the mandatory challenger for his IBF welterweight belt, Errol Spence Jnr — with Bramall Lane lined up as the venue on June 20.
  
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• Manchester City close gap on Chelsea with Bournemouth win: Five things we learned

  13-02-2017 23:04
  
  Manchester City’s fabulous February continued at Bournemouth as they made it three wins out of three this month.Goals from Raheem Sterling and Sergio Aguero got the job done by the seaside to send the City fans home happy.With Chelsea and Tottenham dropping points above them this weekend it puts Pep Guardiola’s team right back in the title picture.
  
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• Bournemouth 0-2 Manchester City - FIVE THINGS WE LEARNED

  13-02-2017 23:04 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  SAM CUNNINGHAM AT THE VITALITY STADIUM: Manchester City did what their top four rivals Arsenal and Liverpool failed to do by beating Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium on Monday evening.
  
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• Lazio 1-1 AC Milan: Suso's solo strike cancels out Biglia

  13-02-2017 22:59 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Former Liverpool forward Suso rescued a point for AC Milan in Rome, capping a brilliant individual run with a smart finish five minutes from time against Lazio. Biglia had given Lazio the lead just before half-time.
  
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• Aguero given chance by Jesus injury and proves his worth

  13-02-2017 22:58 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  SAM CUNNINGHAM: Sergio Aguero was presented with an unexpected chance to prove why he should not have been left out of Manchester City’s starting eleven last night.
  
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• Formula 1: Rosberg to give Bottas tips on how to deal with Hamilton

  13-02-2017 22:44
  
  Valtteri Bottas has sought guidance from Nico Rosberg about taking on Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes in F1 this year.
  
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• Cricket: Joe Root's to-do list as England captain

  13-02-2017 22:35
  
  Joe Root has been confirmed as England's Test captain and we examine some of the areas he will have to address in his team.
  
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• Spurs are 'timid' when they visit top teams - Neville 

  13-02-2017 22:11 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Since Pochettino took over at Spurs in the summer of 2014 they have won one away game against the sides currently in the Premier League top six, and were well beaten 2-0 by Liverpool on Saturday.
  
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• Barcelona warned PSG are 'more structured' with Unai Emery

  13-02-2017 22:04 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  PSG coach Unai Emery will count on past experience to make life difficult for Barcelona when the two teams meet at the Parc des Princes for the Champions League round of 16 tie, Luis Enrique said.
  
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• Serie A: Inter Milan used Lionel Messi talk to 'fuel dreams' of fans

  13-02-2017 21:47
  
  Unlikely rumours linking Lionel Messi with Inter helped supporters to dream of a bright future, says the boss of the club's biggest sponsor.
  
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• Anthony Watson back in England 25-man training squad

  13-02-2017 21:42 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  England have named wing Anthony Watson in their 25-man training squad ahead of facing Italy on February 26 after the Bath man overcame a hamstring injury.
  
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• Manchester City lose Gabriel Jesus to injury at Bournemouth as Sergio Aguero gets chance

  13-02-2017 21:27
  
  Manchester City have been dealt an injury blow after star striker Gabriel Jesus limped out of Monday night’s clash at Bournemouth.The January arrival lasted less than 20 minutes at the Vitality Stadium after appearing to roll his ankle during the match on the south coast.Aguero has lost his place in the starting XI to the Brazilian in recent weeks despite having scored 154 goals for the club during his time at the Etihad.
  
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• Bournemouth v Man City, LIVE score: Follow the EPL action 

  13-02-2017 21:10 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Manchester City travel to the Vitality Stadium to face Bournemouth in the final of the weekend's Premier League fixtures. Pep Guardiola's men can move to second in the table with a win.
  
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• Arsenal injury bonus as Alonso crocked in Bayern training

  13-02-2017 20:59 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Arsenal have been handed a major boost ahead of their Champions League clash with Bayern Munich with the news key midfielder Xabi Alonso could miss out with a knee injury.
  
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• Chelsea monitoring David Luiz's knee injury

  13-02-2017 20:46 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  David Luiz was treated by Chelsea’s medical staff after leaving Turf Moor and insiders say it is highly likely the Brazilian will be rested for their trip to Wolves in the FA Cup fifth round this weekend.
  
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• Pakistan batsman Nasir Jamshed suspended over match-fixing

  13-02-2017 20:37 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Jamshed, whose last cap for Pakistan came almost two years ago but who has made 68 international appearances across all three formats, has been provisionally banned from all forms of cricket.
  
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• Cristiano Ronaldo misses Real Madrid training ahead of UCL

  13-02-2017 20:37 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Real Madrid added the finishing touches to preparations for Napoli without their talisman Cristiano Ronaldo. The forward picked up a knock against Osasuna but it is thought to be minor.
  
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• Arsenal accused of misleading fans with FAKE crowd figures

  13-02-2017 20:28 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Arsenal officials have been accused by the AST of deliberately trying to mislead their own fan base by withholding attendance figures at the Emirates Stadium while releasing figures for tickets sold.
  
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• David Haye hangs with Dizzee Rascal in Miami Beach

  13-02-2017 20:26 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  David Haye may be preparing for one of the biggest fights in his career, but he has opted for relaxation over concentration as he continues to enjoy his time in Miami Beach.
  
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• Robin van Persie banned for two Fenerbahce matches

  13-02-2017 20:16 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The former Arsenal striker slid on his knees in front of Besiktas midfielder, Oguzhan Ozyakup, after the two had clashed over Van Persie's role in the sending off of Dusko Tosic in the Turkish Cup tie.
  
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• Sebastian Coe is the right man to revive athletics

  13-02-2017 20:08 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Lord Sebastian Coe's leadership of the IAAF continues to be scrutinised, particularly allegations of turning a blind eye to the corruption of the previous regime, which he denies.
  
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• Diaby hits back at 'cowardly' Cazarre over disabled joke

  13-02-2017 19:58 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Former Arsenal midfielder Abou Diaby has condemned a comedian for his insensitive comments at the expense of a disabled Marseille supporter made on French television on Sunday.
  
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• Man Utd news: Paul Pogba's brother dishes the dirt

  13-02-2017 19:46 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Florentin Pogba knows just how wound up Paul Pogba gets when he loses and hopes to see his little brother 'buzzing' with rage after St Etienne take on Manchester United.
  
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• Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea enjoys downtime

  13-02-2017 19:40 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea has been enjoying some downtime with his fiancee, Edurne Garcia. His attention will soon turn to United's Europa League clash against St Etienne.
  
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• PSG hope form leads to chain reaction against Barcelona

  13-02-2017 19:06 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  It may not be the orthodox way of preparing to face one of the most lethal strike forces in Europe, but Paris Saint-Germain will hope their final preparations to face Barcelona prove effective.
  
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• Six Nations 2017 rugby highlights: France 22-16 Scotland

  13-02-2017 18:57 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Watch highlights from the Stade de France as France held off a resurgent Scotland in Paris to claim a key win in the second week of Six Nations games.
  
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• Sir Tony McCoy backs riding allowance for female jockeys

  13-02-2017 18:56 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  France Galop, the ruling body of French racing, announced earlier this month it would introduce a 2kg (4.5lb) allowance for female jockeys in most races run across the Channel from March.
  
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• Arsenal stars are Premier League's most prolific bromance

  13-02-2017 18:44 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  To celebrate Valentine's Day, we has delved into the statistics to uncover the Premier League's 10 most successful goalscoring partnerships — since the start of the 2014/15 season.
  
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• Liverpool's Sturridge depicted as soldier in new painting

  13-02-2017 18:41 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The forward has been portrayed by London-based artist Endless in a work commissioned for his charity, The Sturridge Foundation, in a painting expected to raise around £15,000 at auction.
  
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• Everything you need to know about Formula E

  13-02-2017 18:37
  
  It’s in only its third season but Formula E already looks like one of motorsport’s biggest 21st-century successes.How did Formula E begin?Formula E was born in 2012 when FIA announced that there was to be a new motorsport championship, with cars powered by electricity, that would appeal to a younger audience and offer ‘a vision for the future of the motor industry over the coming decades’.
  
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• All you need to know about Formula E

  13-02-2017 18:37
  
  Each season has brought new fans so, if you’re one of the new followers, read on for a look under the bonnet of Formula E.If you think racing electric cars is a new phenomenon, think again – electric cars were racing against petrol and even steam vehicles back at the end of the 1800s, and beating them too.It was a heady ambition but, just two years later, in September 2014, the first Formula E race took place in Beijing, on a circuit laid out around the 2008 Olympic Games grounds.
  
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• PSG v Barcelona preview

  13-02-2017 18:35
  
  The sides meet in the Champions League last 16 on Tuesday.
  
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• Joe Root was not always earmarked for England captaincy but rarely shirks a test | The Spin

  13-02-2017 18:30
  
  Ever since he was a young boy in the Yorkshire nets the country’s new Test leader has demonstrated that, experienced or not, he has the heart for the fightWhen Joe Root was 12 he won a prize coveted by every cricket-nut in Yorkshire: a trip to Headingley for a session in the indoor nets. Root and his father arrived early, in time to watch Yorkshire’s batting coach Kevin Sharp pepper the England batsman Anthony McGrath with short balls. Continue reading...
  
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• Manny Pacquiao launches Twitter poll to find next opponent

  13-02-2017 18:21 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  JEFF POWELL: The Pacman has thrown a mischievous, if potentially golden, spanner into the plans of Amir Khan and Kell Brook.
  
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• Man United star Paul Pogba tests handshake dance with mum

  13-02-2017 18:19 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  This week looks set to be one which could split the Pogba family down the middle, as brother prepares to battle brother on the football pitch. Paul has therefore decided to show unity with his mum.
  
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• Guardiola changed his style at Bayern, claims Tuchel

  13-02-2017 18:16 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Although he went on to win seven titles at the Allianz Arena, Thomas Tuchel believes Pep Guardiola never hit the heights of his La Liga days with Barcelona.
  
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• West Ham news: Slaven Bilic and Nikola Jurcevic charged

  13-02-2017 18:15 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The Football Association have charged West Ham manager Slaven Bilic and his assistant Nikola Jurcevic with improper conduct for behaviour in the 2-2 draw with West Brom on Saturday.
  
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• Spurs' Dele Alli says Kane points out his missed chances

  13-02-2017 18:11 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The partnership between the two England stars has been central to Tottenham's success over the last two seasons but Alli admits he still receives flak from his team-mate when he fluffs his lines.
  
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