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www.caughtoffside.com
1 week ago
English Premier League

Alan Shearer blames Tottenham duo for their Newcastle performance

Tottenham suffered a humiliating 4-0 defeat against Newcastle United, with defensive weaknesses highlighted by Alan Shearer. [ more ]
www.fourfourtwo.com
3 weeks ago
English Premier League

'We partied hard with Eric Cantona, said goodbye at 4am, then heard on the radio hours later he'd retired' Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reveals Cantona not only shocked supporters when he retired, team-mates had no clue either

Sir Alex Ferguson chose Solskjaer over Shearer due to his goal-scoring record
Solskjaer had an impressive career at Manchester United winning numerous titles and the Champions League [ more ]
www.caughtoffside.com
3 months ago
English Premier League

Alan Shearer has urged Arsenal to complete the signing of Premier League star

Arsenal bounced back with a 5-0 win against Crystal Palace, climbing to third place in the Premier League standings.
Alan Shearer believes that Arsenal should try to sign Brentford's Ivan Toney to take their game to the next level. [ more ]
ESPN.com
11 months ago
English Premier League

Fulham vs. Manchester City - Football Match Report - April 30, 2023 - ESPN

Manchester City claimed top spot in the Premier League for the first time since February as Erling Haaland reached yet another milestone in a 2-1 victory at Fulham on Sunday.It took Haaland only three minutes to score his record-equalling 34th Premier League goal of an extraordinary debut season in England, the Norwegian tucking away a penalty.
www.90min.com
11 months ago
English Premier League

Erling Haaland's best Premier League goals after breaking 38-game record

Erling Haaland created Premier League history as Manchester City made a defining statement in Wednesday's 4-1 win over title rivals Arsenal.A Kevin De Bruyne masterclass saw Pep Guardiola's side overpower Mikel Arteta's Gunners, closing the gap between the two sides to two points with City boasting a couple of games in hand.
www.90min.com
1 year ago
English Premier League

Spurs' stance on selling Harry Kane amid interest from Man Utd & Bayern Munich

Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy is determined not to allow striker Harry Kane to join a Premier League rival this summer - no matter the price - amid interest from Manchester United.Kane has just over one year left on his contract, and last weekend scored his 200th Premier League goal, becoming Tottenham's all-time leading goalscorer in the process.
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Chelsea
BBC Sport
4 weeks ago
Chelsea

36 years since his debut - Shearer's best Premier League goals

Alan Shearer scored a record 260 goals in the Premier League.
He made headlines as the youngest player to score a hat-trick in the top division. [ more ]
www.caughtoffside.com
1 month ago
Chelsea

Premier League icon on what he loves about Tottenham ace

Alan Shearer commented on Timo Werner's performance at Tottenham.
Tottenham showed resilience by coming back to win from behind. [ more ]
www.caughtoffside.com
4 months ago
Chelsea

Alan Shearer highlights Chelsea weak link in "terrible" second half performance vs Newcastle

Alan Shearer criticizes Reece James for poor performance in Chelsea's 4-1 defeat to Newcastle United.
James was sent off in a frustrating match for Chelsea, who are currently 10th in the Premier League table.
Chelsea will be disappointed with their performance and will need to bounce back quickly. [ more ]
www.caughtoffside.com
5 months ago
Chelsea

BBC pundit claims Sterling has silenced his doubters after his weekend performance

Sterling's performance against Manchester City has silenced his doubters
Shearer disagrees with Sterling being left out of the England squad
Sterling's directness and impact in games is crucial for Chelsea [ more ]
www.90min.com
5 months ago
Chelsea

Reece James explains how Nicolas Jackson can overcome media criticism

Reece James supports Chelsea teammate Nicolas Jackson after a difficult start in the Premier League.
Jackson scored a hat-trick against Tottenham, boosting his confidence. [ more ]
ESPN.com
1 year ago
Chelsea

How Wales fans are making Doha's 'Floor of Fun' feel like home

DOHA, Qatar -- Up a short spiral staircase at the salubrious Intercontinental Hotel in Doha's plush West Bay area lie three restaurants that at first glance have little in common: The Curry House (Indian cuisine), Hive Lounge (Australian meats) and Prime (a steakhouse.)Yet these rooms, connected by a communal hallway, have become the social hub for Wales' first World Cup appearance for 64 years, and on Tuesday perhaps the drama of their final Group B game will be felt more viscerally here than anywhere outside the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium around 20km away where Robert Page's side will face England.
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Bayern Munich
www.fourfourtwo.com
1 month ago
Bayern Munich

Tottenham Hotspur legend Harry Kane poised for shock return, with Bayern Munich star keen for two reasons: report

Kane could return to Tottenham
Desire to break Shearer's record drives Kane [ more ]
Bavarian Football Works
4 months ago
Bayern Munich

Harry Kane "couldn't care less" about Alan Shearer's Premier League all-time goalscoring record

Harry Kane is not focused on breaking Alan Shearer's Premier League all-time goalscoring record after his move to Bayern Munich.
Kane's priority is settling into German life and scoring as many goals for Bayern Munich as possible. [ more ]
Bavarian Football Works
1 year ago
Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich Frauen targeting Chelsea FC Women's couple Pernille Harder and Magdalena Eriksson

Bayern Munich Frauen are continuing to bolster their ranks with more players.Last time out, they signed teen prodigy Alara Şehitler.Now, Bianca Rech is about to channel her inner Brazzo and sign a big name player.Two of them, actually: Chelsea FC Women's duo Pernille Harder and Magdalena Eriksson.WHAT?!
Ehem, sorry.
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Soccer (FIFA)
BBC Sport
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Wallsend Boys Club: Shearer returns to where it all began

Alan Shearer visits Wallsend Boys Club on Tyneside
Many famous north east footballers started their careers at Wallsend Boys Club [ more ]
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Ferguson & Wenger join Premier League Hall of Fame

Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson and ex-Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger have been inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame.Ferguson, 81, is the most successful manager in Premier League history with a record 13 titles.Wenger won three league titles during his 22-year spell in charge of the Gunners.
BBC News
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Gary Lineker says he teared up over co-hosts' support in impartiality row

Match of the Day host Gary Lineker has said he shed a tear when fellow presenters Ian Wright and Alan Shearer pulled out of the show in solidary with him over a BBC impartiality row.Lineker was taken off air over a tweet criticising government asylum policy.Shearer, Wright and other BBC sport presenters including Jermaine Jenas and Alex Scott refused to appear on air in protest over Lineker's suspension.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

How to follow FA Cup quarter-finals on BBC

Dates: 18-19 March Coverage: Saturday - Manchester City v Burnley (17:45 GMT) live on BBC One, BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport website & app.Sunday - Brighton & Hove Albion v Grimsby Town (14:15) live on BBC One, BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport website & app

The FA Cup quarter-finals take place this weekend with eight clubs - including four from outside the Premier League - competing for a place in the semi-finals at Wembley.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Brooks replaced for VAR for Liverpool v Everton

John Brooks has been replaced as the VAR operator for Liverpool's game against Everton on Monday and Arsenal's game with Manchester City on Wednesday.Brooks made a mistake when he was in charge of VAR for Brighton's 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace on Saturday.Brighton had a goal disallowed for offside after the VAR guidelines were wrongly drawn.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

After years of hurt, Newcastle dream of ending drought

BBC Coverage: Live radio commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live and live text commentary on BBC Sport website

Newcastle United are heading to Wembley on Sunday for the biggest occasion in the club's recent memory, but also in the knowledge they are returning to the scene of some era-defining disappointments.
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www.caughtoffside.com
4 months ago
Arsenal

Alan Shearer slams Arsenal star after Luton performance

Alan Shearer criticizes Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya for his performance against Luton Town.
Shearer questions the idea of a modern goalkeeper prioritizing footballing skills over shot stopping and collecting crosses. [ more ]
ESPN.com
10 months ago
FC Barcelona

Haaland: My 'biggest dream' to win Treble at City

Erling Haaland has said he will do "everything" to secure his "biggest dream" of winning the Treble in his first season at Manchester City.The striker enjoyed a record-breaking debut campaign in England to help Pep Guardiola's side win the Premier League for a third season in a row.
ESPN.com
10 months ago
FC Barcelona

City's Haaland named PL Player of the Season

Erling Haaland was named the Premier League's Player of the Season on Saturday after a record-breaking debut campaign in which he has scored 36 goals and helped Manchester City seal a third straight league title.The 22-year-old was also voted the league's best young player, becoming the first person to win both awards in the same season.
BBC Sport
10 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

'Goals are his life' - Haaland & Man City 'perfect match'

It has looked a formality for a long time but Erling Haaland's status as the Premier League's Golden Boot winner for 2022-23 is now official.The Manchester City forward scored 36 goals in 35 appearances to finish as the league's top scorer in what has been an incredible first season in English football.
BBC Sport
11 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Newcastle United v Brighton & Hove Albion team news

TEAM NEWS
Newcastle remain without Sean Longstaff, though he is making good progress in his recovery from a foot problem, according to boss Eddie Howe.Jacob Murphy is doubtful with a groin issue, while Matt Ritchie, Emil Krafth and Jamaal Lascelles are unavailable.Brighton trio Adam Webster, Joel Veltman and Solly March are still ruled out because of injury.
www.fourfourtwo.com
1 year ago
English Premier League

Premier League gives fans opportunity to vote for next Hall of Fame inductees after nominating 15 players

(Image credit: Premier League) The Premier League has announced a shortlist of 15 former players eligible to join the Hall of Fame in 2023, and fans will have the final say on who is inducted.Recognising and celebrating individuals who have an exceptional record of success in the Premier League since its inception in 1992, only three players from the nominated 15 will take their place in the Hall of Fame.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
France news

A closer look at the numbers behind England's top two leading goalscorers

Harry Kane moved ahead of Wayne Rooney as England's outright record scorer with his successful penalty against Italy.The Tottenham striker has taken just 81 caps to surpass Rooney's previous national record of 53 goals.Here, the PA news agency looks at England's leading men's goalscorers and how Kane compares to his predecessor as captain.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
London

Tottenham Hotspur v Nottingham Forest team news

TEAM NEWS
Eric Dier is back in contention for Tottenham after serving a European ban.However, fellow defender Cristian Romero may need to be assessed, having limped off the pitch after being sent off against AC Milan on Wednesday.Ivan Perisic and Emerson are doubts, while Yves Bissouma, Hugo Lloris, Ryan Sessegnon and Rodrigo Bentancur are still sidelined.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
London

Fulham v Tottenham Hotspur

TEAM NEWS
Neeskens Kebano remains a long-term absentee for Fulham because of a ruptured Achilles but head coach Marco Silva has no other injury problems in his squad.Full-back Antonee Robinson returns after missing the defeat at Newcastle through suspension.Tottenham boss Antonio Conte has reported no new fitness concerns ahead of Sunday's game.
www.caughtoffside.com
11 months ago
English Premier League

Erling Haaland set for MASSIVE bonus if Man City lift treble

Erling Haaland is having a season to remember.Although only playing his first campaign in England, the Norweigan striker has taken to the Premier League like a duck to water.Already beating Alan Shearer and Andy Cole's long-standing record for most Premier League goals (34) scored in a single season, Haaland, 22, is set to go down in the league's history books.
BBC Sport
11 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Haaland has desire to get even better - Guardiola

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has said there is plenty of scope for Erling Haaland to get even better.The Norway striker has scored 50 goals for City this season, including 34 in the Premier League and 12 in the Champions League.The English record for goals by a top-flight player in a single season is 63, by Everton's Dixie Dean in 1927-28.
BBC Sport
11 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

A happy club again - but things about to get even better for Newcastle

I've been reluctant to say this up until now, but Newcastle are nearly there.A top-four Premier League finish is in sight, and I am feeling confident they will do it, and get across the line.It's not done yet, but they are not far away from achieving something that I don't think anyone thought would happen before a ball was kicked at the start of this campaign, myself included.
www.theguardian.com
11 months ago
Manchester City

A special night, and a special moment': Haaland delights in breaking record

Erling Haaland was given a guard of honour by Manchester City after breaking the Premier League record in his debut season by scoring for a 35th time in the champions' 3-0 win over West Ham at Etihad Stadium on Wednesday.The Norwegian was playfully slapped as he walked past his teammates and Pep Guardiola.
www.theguardian.com
11 months ago
Manchester City

Erling Haaland breaks record to send Manchester City top with West Ham win

On 7o minutes the inevitable occurred: Erling Haaland stampeded forward, took Jack Grealish's delivery, and with Lukasz Fabianski advancing this phenomenon feathered a spiralling lob over West Ham's goalkeeper for a record Premier League goal No 35.It eclipsed the counts of Alan Shearer and Andy Cole and, more vitally, doubled Manchester City's lead against a doughty West Ham United and by the final whistle it was 3-0, and Pep Guardiola's blue machine was on top again with four matches remaining in the quest to emulate Manchester United and claim a hat-trick of titles.
Bitter and Blue
11 months ago
Manchester City

Gut Feelings: Manchester City v West Ham United

West Ham United are a club that have earned a special place in the hearts of the supporters of Manchester City recently.Their comeback draw with Arsenal FC aided in City's pursuit of the Gunners.Now City look to go above Arsenal for the second consecutive match, and this time the Hammers are the foe.
ESPN.com
11 months ago
Real Madrid

Haaland nets PL single-season record 35th goal

Erling Haaland has broken the Premier League's single-season scoring record after the Manchester City striker netted his 35th goal of an incredible campaign against West Ham on Wednesday.The 22-year-old scored in a win over Fulham on Sunday to equal the previous best mark of 34 held jointly by Andrew Cole and Alan Shearer and his goal in the 70th minute against West Ham saw Haaland eclipse the mark with five games left to play in the current campaign.
ESPN.com
11 months ago
FC Barcelona

Pep: Haaland starting to merit Messi comparisons

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says striker Erling Haaland is beginning to deserve comparisons with Lionel Messi.Haaland reached 50 goals in all competitions with a penalty against Fulham on Sunday, a goal which also matched the Premier League record of 34 goals in a single campaign set by Andrew Cole and Alan Shearer.
- Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.) Guardiola insists Messi's longevity at the top still sets him apart but says he understands the comparisons because of Haaland's numbers this season.
Soccer News
11 months ago
English Premier League

Fulham 1-2 Manchester City: Haaland reaches half a century as champions go top - Soccer News

Erling Haaland scored his 50th goal of the season as Manchester City moved above Arsenal at the top of the Premier League with a hard-fought 2-1 victory at Fulham.The striker broke the deadlock from the penalty spot inside three minutes at Craven Cottage with his record-equalling 34th strike in the Premier League this campaign.
www.caughtoffside.com
1 year ago
English Premier League

Manchester United prepared to break British transfer record in bid to land top target

Manchester United would reportedly be prepared to break the British transfer record in their bid to sign Tottenham striker Harry Kane this summer.The England international is having another outstanding season, scoring 22 goals in all competitions so far, and recently becoming Spurs' all-time leading scorer, whilst also joining Alan Shearer and Wayne Rooney in the 200-goal club in the Premier League.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Haaland hat-trick helps City close gap on Arsenal

Erling Haaland scored his fourth Manchester City hat-trick and took his goal tally for the season to 31 in all competitions as relegation-threated Wolves were swept aside by Pep Guardiola's men.By his own incredibly high standards, Haaland had been going through a barren spell.But after ending a three-game drought against Tottenham on Thursday, the Norwegian demolished Wolves in a 12-minute spell either side of half-time.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Kane 'will guarantee top four' as he saves Spurs

Stop us if you've heard this one before - Harry Kane made some more history and saved Spurs yet again.At half-time at Crystal Palace, Spurs - without a win since the World Cup - were in trouble.Then Kane happened.His header from Ivan Perisic's cross early in the second half ended a 10-game run of Spurs conceding the opening goal in every game.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Gary Lineker to miss FA Cup coverage due to his voice deteriorating'

Gary Lineker has cancelled his appearance on Match Of The Day Live due to illness, BBC Sport has said.Lineker returned to presenting duties on Saturday after he was taken off air by the broadcaster last weekend over his comments comparing the language used to launch a new Government asylum seeker policy with 1930s Germany.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Gary Lineker returns to present BBC's FA Cup coverage after impartiality row

Gary Lineker will return to TV screens to present live coverage of the FA Cup quarter-final between Manchester City and Burnley on Saturday.It will mark the 62-year-old broadcaster's first appearance on the BBC since he was told to step back from hosting Match Of The Day in a row over impartiality.Lineker was taken off air last week for a tweet comparing the language used to launch a new Government asylum seeker policy with 1930s Germany.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Match of the Day Top 10: All-time World Cup XIs

Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards discussed the topic in the latest Match of the Day: Top 10 podcast.Shearer and Richards have picked their all-time World Cup XIs, so see what you think.You can listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds  and have your say at the bottom on who would win in a match between the teams.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

MOTD Top 10 World Cup games

Host nation: Qatar Dates: 20 November-18 December Coverage: Live on BBC TV, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Cymru, BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website and app.Day-by-day TV listings  - Full coverage details  

England winning the World Cup against West Germany in 1966 and Germany's thrashing of Brazil in 2014 - big games are what makes the World Cup so special.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Match of the Day Top 10: World Cup 2018 moments

Host nation: Qatar Dates: 20 November-18 December Coverage: Live on BBC TV, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Cymru, BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website and app.Day-by-day TV listings  - Full coverage details  

But what were the greatest moments of the tournament?Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards discussed the topic in the latest Match of the Day: Top 10 podcast.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Pochettino joins BBC TV team for World Cup

Host nation: Qatar Dates: 20 November-18 December Coverage: Live on BBC TV, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Cymru, BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website and app.Day-by-day TV listings  - Full coverage details  

Former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino is the latest name to join BBC Sport's team for television coverage of this year's World Cup.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Gary Lineker cancels appearance on Match Of The Day Live

Gary Lineker has cancelled his appearance on Match Of The Day Live due to illness, BBC Sport has said.Lineker returned to presenting duties on Saturday after he was taken off air by the broadcaster last weekend over his comments comparing the language used to launch a new Government asylum seeker policy with 1930s Germany.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

What did Gary Lineker say that sparked BBC suspension?

The BBC was sent into meltdown this weekend after presenters and pundits staged a mutiny in solidarity with Gary Lineker, who has been forced off air over a tweet about the government's asylum crackdown.Lineker, who has hosted Match of the Day for almost a quarter of a century, has been embroiled in a row over impartiality after comparing the language used to launch a new asylum policy with 1930s Germany.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

What did Gary Lineker say?

The BBC was sent into meltdown this weekend after presenters and pundits staged a mutiny in solidarity with Gary Lineker, who has been forced off air over a tweet about the government's asylum crackdown.Lineker, who has hosted Match of the Day for almost a quarter of a century, has been embroiled in a row over impartiality after comparing the language used to launch a new asylum policy with 1930s Germany.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Ex-BBC governor's call for Lineker to be replaced with woman for half price condemned

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email An ex-BBC governor's call for Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Ian Wright to be fired from Match of the Day and replaced with women at half the price has been condemned by Labour MPs.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Sack Gary Lineker and replace with a woman at half the price', says ex-BBC governor

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Ian Wright should be sacked from Match of the Day and replaced with women at half the price, a former BBC governor has said.The suggestion from Lord Young of Norwood Green sparked outcry from his own Labour benches in the House of Lords.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Ian Wright says BBC management caused hot mess' over Gary Lineker impartiality row

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Ian Wright has said managers at the BBC caused a hot mess at the weekend after asking Gary Lineker to step away from Match Of The Day.The former England footballer joined fellow pundits including Alan Shearer and Alex Scott and the corporation's presenters and reporters to walk out in solidarity with Lineker during the impartiality row.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Ian Wright says BBC management caused hot mess over Gary Lineker impartiality row

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Ian Wright has said managers at the BBC caused a hot mess at the weekend after asking Gary Lineker to step away from Match Of The Day.The former England footballer joined fellow pundits including Alan Shearer and Alex Scott and the corporation's presenters and reporters to walk out in solidarity with Lineker during the impartiality row.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

BBC apologises after Gary Lineker reinstated as presenter following tweet row

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails The BBC has apologised after an impartiality row over a tweet by Gary Lineker ended with the presenter reinstated as the host of Match of the Day.Director-General Tim Davie said he recognised the potential confusion caused by the grey areas of the BBC's social media guidance following a difficult period for staff, contributors, presenters, and most importantly, our audiences.
www.standard.co.uk
1 year ago
Manchester United

BBC apologises after Gary Lineker reinstated as presenter following tweet row

T he BBC has apologised after an impartiality row over a tweet by Gary Lineker ended with the presenter reinstated as the host of Match of the Day.Director-General Tim Davie said he recognised the potential confusion caused by the grey areas of the BBC's social media guidance following a difficult period for staff, contributors, presenters, and most importantly, our audiences.
www.standard.co.uk
1 year ago
Manchester United

Gary Lineker reinstated as BBC presenter as corporation apologises

M atch Of The Day host Gary Lineker will continue as a BBC presenter after the corporation apologised for a difficult period for staff, contributors, presenters, and most importantly, our audiences.A host of sports presenters and pundits pulled out of BBC shows at the weekend after the former England striker was told to step back from hosting the show in a row over impartiality.
www.standard.co.uk
1 year ago
Manchester United

The people who joined the BBC boycott in solidarity with Gary Lineker

T he BBC's football coverage was ripped up on Saturday as several more presenters and reporters withdrew in solidarity with Gary Lineker after the Match Of The Day presenter was stood down on Friday.Neither Football Focus nor Final Score survived on BBC One, while 5 Live's radio coverage was radically altered throughout the day.
Old Trafford Faithful
1 year ago
Manchester United

Man United interested in a 'mega summer swoop' to sign Harry Kane

Man United are interested in a summer move to bring in Harry Kane.Manchester United Football Club are certainly moving in the right direction under Erik ten Hag, though the Dutchman needs time.As things stand, he's working with one hand tied behind his back due to the lack of funds available as the Glazer family look for new investors in United.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Gary Lineker reinstated as Match of the Day host after BBC tweet row

Sign up to Miguel Delaney's Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel's Delaney's free weekly newsletter The BBC has backed down in its row with Gary Lineker over his use of social media and reinstated the presenter as host of Match of the Day.Lineker was axed from the flagship Premier League highlights show on the weekend after criticising the government's immigration policy and comparing language used by the Conservative party with that of 1930s Germany.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

What are the BBC's guidelines on impartiality and do they apply to Gary Lineker?

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Following Match Of The Day presenter Gary Lineker's temporary suspension from his hosting duties, questions have been raised over the BBC rules on impartiality.Mr Lineker was barred from presenting on Saturday's edition of the football highlights programme, with fellow pundits Ian Wright and Alan Shearer staging a boycott that saw the programme go silent.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

What did Gary Lineker say?

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email The BBC was sent into meltdown this weekend after presenters and pundits staged a mutiny in solidarity with Gary Lineker, who has been forced off air over a tweet about the government's asylum crackdown.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

George Osborne backs Gary Lineker in migrants controversy

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Former Tory chancellor George Osborne has backed Gary Lineker in the controversy over his comments about Rishi Sunak's new immigration plan in a major blow to the prime minister.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

What did Gary Lineker tweet?

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email The BBC was sent into meltdown this weekend after presenters and pundits staged a mutiny in solidarity with Gary Lineker, who has been forced off air over a tweet about the government's asylum crackdown.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Viewers react to silent' Match of the Day as pundit-less episode airs

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Match of the Day viewers have reacted to Saturday's silent format as the pundit-less episode aired following Lineker's suspension and notable boycotts, including from colleagues Ian Wright and Alan Shearer.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

BBC fears it cannot sack Lineker or force him to follow social media rules

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email The BBC fears it cannot sack Gary Lineker or force him to follow social media rules on impartiality because of ambiguities in his contract, The Independent understands.The corporation would be forced to pay millions if they wanted to oust Lineker and would probably lose any legal claim brought by the Match of the Day presenter, senior figures believe.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Lineker will return to Match of the Day but won't back down on word' live updates

Close Downing Street brands Gary Lineker's criticism of asylum policy unacceptable' Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Gary Lineker's son claims the BBC presenter will return to Match Of The Day but believes he won't back down on his word, reports say.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Family hope song in support of Gary Lineker sparks impartiality conversations

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails A family who have penned a viral song which makes use of the Match Of The Day tune to stand in solidarity with Gary Lineker hope it generates worthwhile discussions about impartiality.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Gary Lineker will not back down on his word', according to his son

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Gary Lineker's son has said he thinks the sports presenter will return to Match Of The Day but that he would not back down on his word, according to reports.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Viewers react to silent' Match of the Day as pundit-less episode airs

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Match of the Day viewers have reacted to Saturday's silent format as the pundit-less episode aired following Lineker's suspension and notable boycotts, including from colleagues Ian Wright and Alan Shearer.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

BBC fears it cannot sack Lineker or force him to follow social media rules

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email The BBC fears it cannot sack Gary Lineker or force him to follow social media rules on impartiality because of ambiguities in his contract, The Independent understands.The corporation would be forced to pay millions if they wanted to oust Lineker and would likely lose any legal claim brought by the Match of the Day presenter, senior figures believe.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Who has lent their support to Gary Lineker amid BBC row?

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Celebrities and cultural figures including a Nobel literature laureate and comedian have voiced their thoughts on the BBC's impartiality row involving Gary Lineker.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

The people who joined the BBC boycott in solidarity with Gary Lineker

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails The BBC's football coverage was ripped up on Saturday as several more presenters and reporters withdrew in solidarity with Gary Lineker after the Match Of The Day presenter was stood down on Friday.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Ian Wright: I'm out, I'm gone if BBC get rid of Gary Lineker'

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Former England footballer Ian Wright has said on his podcast that he is out and gone if the BBC get rid of Gary Lineker.In an episode of Wrighty's House, aired on Friday before Lineker was told to step back from presenting Match Of The Day (MOTD), Wright called the tweet row the perfect distraction for the Government.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

BBC has undermined own credibility' in Lineker row former director-general

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails The BBC has undermined its own credibility by taking Gary Lineker off air, a former director-general of the corporation has said as the fallout from an impartiality row continues.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
US news

BBC Suspends Host Gary Lineker Over Immigration Comments

One of the premier soccer programs on British television was thrown into turmoil on Friday after the BBC suspended its host, the former English soccer star Gary Lineker, over comments he made criticizing the Conservative government's plan to stop asylum seekers who arrive on boats across the English Channel.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Match Of The Day studio presentation and punditry cancelled amid Lineker row

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Saturday's Match Of The Day will focus on match action without studio presentation or punditry after several former footballers pulled out of the show, a BBC spokesperson said.
ESPN.com
1 year ago
Paris Saint-Germain

Billing goal vs. Arsenal joins list of fastest-ever Premier League goals

AFC Bournemouth shocked Arsenal on Saturday by taking the lead after just 9.11 seconds -- but Philip Billing's effort falls just short of the quickest Premier League goal on record.Relegation battlers Bournemouth launched an audacious raid down the right straight from the kickoff and the ball was played across for Billing to side-foot into the net.
Independent
1 year ago
English Premier League

Anfield annihilation eclipses Man Utd's previous biggest Premier League losses

Manchester United's 7-0 defeat at Liverpool on Sunday was their heaviest ever in the Premier League.ere, the PA news agency takes a look at United's five previous biggest Premier League losses.Man Utd 0-5 Liverpool, October 2021
Just over 10 years after United's famous 6-1 home defeat to Manchester City, Liverpool scored five without reply at Old Trafford.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
Sports

J. Richard Steadman, 85, Dies; Saved Knees of Countless Skiers

J. Richard Steadman, a pioneering orthopedic surgeon who saved the knees and careers of hundreds of Olympic skiers, Premier League soccer players and even the occasional professional golfer, died on Friday at his home in Vail, Colo.He was 85.A spokeswoman for the Steadman Clinic, which he founded in 1990, confirmed the death but did not provide a cause.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Kane equals Greaves as Spurs' all-time top scorer

Harry Kane has equalled Jimmy Greaves' record as Tottenham's all-time top scorer with his 266th goal for the club.The 29-year-old England striker reached the landmark with a goal in Monday's game at Fulham, his 199th in 300 Premier League games for Spurs.Greaves, who started his career at Chelsea, scored 266 goals in 379 games for Spurs between 1961 and 1970.
ESPN.com
1 year ago
Arsenal

Fulham vs. Tottenham Hotspur - Football Match Report - January 23, 2023 - ESPN

Harry Kane became Tottenham Hotspur's joint all-time record goalscorer with the winner in his side's 1-0 victory at Fulham in the Premier League on Monday.Tottenham had been second-best in the first half at Craven Cottage but Kane produced a trademark finish on the stroke of halftime to notch his 266th goal for the Londoners.
ESPN.com
1 year ago
Arsenal

Fulham vs. Tottenham Hotspur - Football Match Report - January 23, 2023 - ESPN

Harry Kane became Tottenham Hotspur's joint all-time record goalscorer with the winner in his side's 1-0 victory at Fulham in the Premier League on Monday.Tottenham had been second-best in the first half at Craven Cottage but Kane produced a trademark finish on the stroke of halftime to notch his 266th goal for the Londoners.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

'Rashford a huge asset but Man Utd still need striker'

Marcus Rashford is fit, firing and having fun.Yet his impressive recent form also shows why he is not the answer to Manchester United's need for a new striker, according to two former England forwards.Rashford led United to a dominant 3-0 win over Nottingham Forest on Tuesday, but Alan Shearer and Michael Owen say they must buy a 'number nine' to complement the 25-year-old's quality.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

'Machine' Kane can be 'number one in world'

Tottenham's Harry Kane is a "machine" who can be "number one in the world", says team-mate Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.It was the England captain's first match since he scored one penalty and missed another in the 2-1 quarter-final loss to France."To underestimate his strength is a big mistake," said Hojbjerg, who got the equaliser.
90min.com
1 year ago
English Premier League

Who has scored the most hat tricks in the Premier League?

The record for most hat tricks scored in Premier League history is held by Sergio Aguero, who racked up 12 trebles during his time with Manchester City to overtake Alan Shearer's 11 at the top of the leaderboard.The quickest hat trick in Premier League history came when Sadio Mane netted three goals in 2 minutes 56 seconds during Southampton's 6-1 thumping of Aston Villa, beating Robbie Fowler's previous best by over a minute.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Man City have had to adapt for Haaland - Guardiola

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says his side have had to make some changes to their playing style to accommodate the prolific Erling Haaland.Some critics have argued that City are not as good overall since Haaland's arrival from Borussia Dortmund."We know his quality.We cannot play a false nine with him and we have to adapt some movements," said Guardiola.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Kane equals England all-time goals record

Harry Kane has equalled the England men's scoring record, moving alongside Wayne Rooney with his 53rd goal in the World Cup quarter-final against France.Kane joined Rooney after converting a second-half penalty in Qatar.The Tottenham Hotspur striker scored his first England goal 79 seconds into his debut in 2015  - the year before Rooney netted his last.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Pets, banter & Williams - inside camp with England

Host nation: Qatar Dates: 20 November-18 December Coverage: Live on BBC TV, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website and app.Day-by-day TV listings  - Full coverage details  

Eighteen months ago, I walked in to England's media centre at their St George's Park training base for the very first time as England reporter, not really sure what to expect.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

'Admire? Yes. Respect? Always. But fear? No chance'

Host nation: Qatar Dates: 20 November-18 December Coverage: Live on BBC TV, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website and app.Day-by-day TV listings  - Full coverage details  

This World Cup feels wide open to me.still have an awful lot of work to do to win it, of course, but at the same time there is nothing for us to fear from the other teams who are left in it.
www.theguardian.com
1 year ago
Gender

TV's female pundits are out in force but not for the big England matches

The boys are ready  score predictions?tweeted the former England player Rio Ferdinand before the EnglandWales match with a picture of his fellow pundits in the BBC studio.A stream of guesses ensued, along with some chat about tactics.But one respondent gave the online equivalent to an exaggerated eyeroll, tweeting: The boys.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

It might be time for England to rest Kane - Shearer

Host nation: Qatar Dates: 20 November-18 December Coverage: Live on BBC TV, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Cymru, BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website and app.Day-by-day TV listings  - Full coverage details  

After his first two games at the last World Cup, Harry Kane had scored five goals.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Match of the Day Top 10: World Cup-winning teams

Host nation: Qatar Dates: 20 November-18 December Coverage: Live on BBC TV, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Cymru, BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website and app.Day-by-day TV listings  - Full coverage details  

The World Cup has been showcasing the best teams in the world on the grandest stage for the best part of a century.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

On the plane but not the pitch - the unused players

Host nation: Qatar Dates: 20 November-18 December Coverage: Live on BBC TV, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Cymru, BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website and app.Day-by-day TV listings  - Full coverage details  

Major international tournaments are often described as the pinnacle of any player's career - but things don't always go to plan.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

MOTD Top 10: Best teams not to win World Cup

Host nation: Qatar Dates: 20 November-18 December Coverage: Live on BBC TV, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Radio Wales, BBC Radio Cymru, BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website and app.Day-by-day TV listings  - Full coverage details  

Only one country can lift the men's football World Cup every four years - indeed only eight nations have ever achieved that honour.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Ten of the most shocking World Cup moments

Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards discussed the most memorable ones in the latest Match of the Day: Top 10 podcast.You can listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds and have your say by ranking your choices at the bottom of this page.Lampard's ghost goal (Richards: 10th, Shearer: 10th)
England were trailing 2-1 to Germany in a last-16 match at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Match of the Day Top 10: Best World Cup goals

And to do it for your country at a World Cup is arguably the ultimate football thrill.A great World Cup goal can bring sporting immortality - so who scored the greatest?Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Micah Richards discussed the topic in the latest Match of the Day: Top 10 podcast.You can listen to the podcast on BBC Sounds and have your say by ranking your choices at the bottom of this page.
BBC Sport
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Newcastle starting to upset the big boys - Shearer

I really didn't expect Newcastle to be in the top four after 12 games and, although I'd love to be proved wrong, I don't think they will still be there come the end of the season.
90min.com
1 year ago
English Premier League

The most goals scored by a single player in a Premier League match

Goal-fests in the Premier League are always well received by supporters around the world.
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