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European round-up: Real Madrid, Napoli record big wins in Serie A and LaLiga title races

There was plenty going on across Europe on Sunday away from the Premier League action. La Liga giants Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid were both in action as they looked to close the gap to Barcelona at the top of the table following their postponement on Saturday. In Italy, Napoli needed to win against Fiorentina…

Martin Odegaard digs out own form for title hopefuls Arsenal

Martin Odegaard digs out own form for title hopefuls Arsenal

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard admits his own performances have fallen below the standards he’d expect but says he has the ability and talent to finish the season well. Odegaard scored 23 Premier League goals during the 2022/23 and 2023/24 campaigns – the former a season that saw the Norwegian score 15 times from open play….

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McManamon ready for 'win-win' title shot against Rodrigues

Watch British fighter Marie McManamon challenge world champion Allycia Rodrigues for the ONE Atomweight muay thai world title on ONE Fight 29 this weekend in Thailand, live on Sky Sports.  McManamon, the UK’s No 1-ranked muay thai fighter, gets a golden opportunity at the Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, stepping in on just two weeks’…

Hector Crouch

Crouch, Loughnane and Morris in action as jockeys' title fight continues

Flat racing takes centre stage on Tuesday, as Hector Crouch, Billy Loughnane and Luke Morris all go in search of winners to further their All-Weather Championship claims. 7.00 Southwell – Bedford Flyer and Hiya Maite clash Michael Appleby has had a quiet time of things this winter, but Bedford Flyer might be worth chancing here…

Supercomputer predicts La Liga title winner after Real Madrid stumble & Barcelona win

Supercomputer predicts La Liga title winner after Real Madrid stumble & Barcelona win

The Premier League title race appears destined to underwhelm as Liverpool saunter to the crown but there is currently an intriguing three-horse race developing in La Liga. Barcelona, Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid are the trio that contest top spot each year and all three harbour genuine hopes of domestic glory this season in a…

Ruben Amorim: Man Utd's goal still to win Premier League title

Ruben Amorim: Man Utd's goal still to win Premier League title

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim is looking past current disappointments to focus on the club’s long-term goal of winning a 14th Premier League title. All 13 of United’s previous triumphs were under the management of Sir Alex Ferguson, who revolutionised the British game during a storied 27-year tenure at Old Trafford. The Red Devils…

Ruben Amorim

Amorim responds to Rooney over PL title goal: 'I'm not naive'

Ruben Amorim has told Wayne Rooney he is not naive about how far away Manchester United are from winning the Premier League title. Rooney, the club’s record goalscorer, was watching as a pundit as holders United were knocked out of the FA Cup on penalties by Fulham in their fifth-round tie at Old Trafford. Amorim…

Jonas vs Price winner will be on course for undisputed title fight

Jonas vs Price winner will be on course for undisputed title fight

Natasha Jonas and Lauren Price collide in a major world title unification on Friday March 7. They fight for Jonas’ IBF and WBC welterweight titles and Price’s WBA championship at the Royal Albert Hall, live on Sky Sports. This all-British showdown is a key moment for both Jonas and Price in their respective careers. Victory…

When Liverpool can win the Premier League title

When Liverpool can win the Premier League title

The last week has seen Liverpool put one hand firmly on the Premier League title. Significant victories over Manchester City and Newcastle United have coincided with Arsenal dropping points against West Ham United and Nottingham Forest as Liverpool established a healthy 13-point cushion at the summit. It now looks a question of ‘when’ not ‘if’…

Liverpool 2-0 Newcastle: Reds extend lead at the top while Magpies struggle without Isak

The earliest Premier League title win in history and when Liverpool can win the league

After the two teams immediately behind them drew at the City Ground on February 26, Liverpool are on course for one of the earliest Premier League title wins in history as part of a hugely impressive first season in English football for manager Arne Slot. Premier League all-time top scorer Alan Shearer called the title…

Jota celebrates with team-mate Daizen Maeda after doubling Celtic's lead against Aberdeen

Clinical Celtic extend title lead with victory against Aberdeen

Clinical Celtic extended their lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership to 16 points after they returned to winning ways against Aberdeen. Brendan Rodgers wanted a reaction after their draw at Hibs and after the Dons failed to capitalise on early chances, Daizen Maeda volleyed in the opener. Goals from Jota and Callum McGregor…

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“That tells you the resilience” – Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta fires back at critics after Gunners Premier League title blow 

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has fired back at his side’s critics after they suffered a blow in their attempt to catch Liverpool in the title race. The North London side lost 1-0 to West Ham, burying their chances of lifting the league. In a recent interview, the Spanish tactician fired back at his side’s critics…

'Over my dead body!' - Mikel Arteta defiant on Premier League title hopes

'Over my dead body!' – Mikel Arteta defiant on Premier League title hopes

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal will not throw in the towel despite falling 11 points behind Liverpool in the Premier League title race. The Reds’ advantage was surprisingly increased over the weekend as Arsenal’s slip-up at home to West Ham United, courtesy of a 44th-minute Jarrod Bowen winner, was punished 24 hours later with victory Liverpool’s…

Arsenal Football Club manager Mikel Arteta

‘Over my dead body’: Arsenal boss Arteta refuses to concede defeat in Premier League title race

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has refused to concede defeat in the Premier League title race despite Liverpool extending their lead to 11 points over the weekend. The Gunners suffered a damaging 1-0 defeat at home to West Ham on Saturday, allowing Liverpool to increase their dominance over the North Londoners with a 2-0 win at…

Van Dijk calls on Liverpool supporters to ramp up Anfield atmosphere for title run-in

Van Dijk calls on Liverpool supporters to ramp up Anfield atmosphere for title run-in

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has called upon the club’s supporters to create an intimidating atmosphere at Anfield as the team pushes towards Premier League glory. A crucial 2-0 victory over reigning champions Manchester City at the Etihad on Sunday, courtesy of goals from Mohamed Salah and Dominik Szoboszlai, has propelled Liverpool 11 points clear…

Premier League trophy

The State of Play in the Premier League as Liverpool close in on title

As we approach the final stretch of the Premier League season, the stakes continue to rise. Every match now carries significant weight, with teams battling for the title, European qualification, and survival in England’s top flight. With just a handful of games remaining, Liverpool have surged ahead in the title race, while the fight for…

As good as Salah: 8/10 Liverpool star may have just won Slot the title

As good as Salah: 8/10 Liverpool star may have just won Slot the title

Liverpool took a huge step towards claiming the Premier League title this afternoon, beating defending champions Manchester City 2-0 at the Etihad. Goals from Mohamed Salah and Dominik Szoboszlai secured all three points for Arne Slot’s side, claiming their first victory against the Citizens on their home turf in a decade. The victory moves the…

Title race over? Liverpool beat Man City to extend lead at top to 11 points

Title race over? Liverpool beat Man City to extend lead at top to 11 points

Liverpool eased to a convincing 2-0 win over reigning champions Manchester City to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League to 11 points. Knowing Arsenal had already lost to West Ham on Saturday, Arne Slot’s ruthless Reds seized their opportunity to stretch the gap even further in their pursuit of a first…

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Parker ends Bakole's fairy-tale title bid with crushing KO

Joseph Parker took just two rounds to knock out Martin Bakole, a top-tier heavyweight who came in at the shortest possible notice to replace Daniel Dubois, at the ANB Arena in Riyadh. Bakole was attempting a feat that was surely without precedent in the sport. When Daniel Dubois, the IBF world champion, fell ill just…

Not just Lewis-Skelly: 4/10 Arsenal star may have cost them the title

Not just Lewis-Skelly: 4/10 Arsenal star may have cost them the title

With Liverpool ceding territory in recent Premier League matches Arsenal started to find hope in their flailing title bid. Injuries have laid waste to Mikel Arteta’s frontline, but they still should have defeated West Ham United at the Emirates. Instead, Arteta watched in horror as his side failed to break the Irons down and groaned…