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Arsenal interested in Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins - Soccer News

Arsenal are interested in signing Ollie Watkins from Aston Villa in the summer transfer window, according to .The report has claimed that the Gunners are looking to secure the services of the England international striker at the end of the season.Watkins is having a wonderful season for Villa at the moment and has looked a revitalised figure under manager Unai Emery.

Pep Guardiola takes dig at Arsenal over Champions League qualification

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has angered Arsenal fans by insisting the Gunners have won 'the most important title of the season' by qualifying for the Champions League.Arsenal are top of the Premier League table and sit two points clear of Man City, though the reigning champions retain two games in hand.
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Mikel Arteta explains why Man City beat Arsenal in Premier League showdown

11:25 AM GMT+1 Mikel Arteta's team were thumped by Manchester City / Julian Finney/GettyImages Mikel Arteta has admitted that Arsenal struggled with Manchester City's superior physicality in their Premier League title clash last week.The Gunners were thoroughly beaten by an in-form City side at the Etihad Stadium in a game many believe will go on to decide the fate of the league title this season.
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Paris Saint-Germain linked with Manchester City star Bernardo Silva - Soccer News

Paris Saint-Germain want to sign Bernardo Silva from Manchester City in the summer transfer window, according to .The report has claimed that defending Premier League champions City are willing to sell Silva at the end of the season, but they will want as much as £75 million in transfer fees for the 28-year-old.
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Sky Blue News: Unsung Akanji, UCL Places, Pep's Big Change, and More...

Manchester City are flying high as they head toward a weekend visit to Fulham FC.The Women's side are prepping for a visit from Reading in the WSL.Sky Blue News is here with all the latest to get you ready for another big weekend.The treble is on.City are 11 games from greatness and from erasing the word "unique" from United's claim to be the only English club to win the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League in the same season.

Arsenal interested in Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins - Soccer News

Arsenal are interested in signing Ollie Watkins from Aston Villa in the summer transfer window, according to .The report has claimed that the Gunners are looking to secure the services of the England international striker at the end of the season.Watkins is having a wonderful season for Villa at the moment and has looked a revitalised figure under manager Unai Emery.

Pep Guardiola takes dig at Arsenal over Champions League qualification

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has angered Arsenal fans by insisting the Gunners have won 'the most important title of the season' by qualifying for the Champions League.Arsenal are top of the Premier League table and sit two points clear of Man City, though the reigning champions retain two games in hand.

Mikel Arteta explains why Man City beat Arsenal in Premier League showdown

11:25 AM GMT+1 Mikel Arteta's team were thumped by Manchester City / Julian Finney/GettyImages Mikel Arteta has admitted that Arsenal struggled with Manchester City's superior physicality in their Premier League title clash last week.The Gunners were thoroughly beaten by an in-form City side at the Etihad Stadium in a game many believe will go on to decide the fate of the league title this season.

Paris Saint-Germain linked with Manchester City star Bernardo Silva - Soccer News

Paris Saint-Germain want to sign Bernardo Silva from Manchester City in the summer transfer window, according to .The report has claimed that defending Premier League champions City are willing to sell Silva at the end of the season, but they will want as much as £75 million in transfer fees for the 28-year-old.

Sky Blue News: Unsung Akanji, UCL Places, Pep's Big Change, and More...

Manchester City are flying high as they head toward a weekend visit to Fulham FC.The Women's side are prepping for a visit from Reading in the WSL.Sky Blue News is here with all the latest to get you ready for another big weekend.The treble is on.City are 11 games from greatness and from erasing the word "unique" from United's claim to be the only English club to win the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League in the same season.
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Messi to leave PSG this summer

Lionel Messi will leave Paris St-Germain this summer at the end of his current contract.The Argentine World Cup winner had reached an 'agreement in principle' to extend his stay for another year but neither club nor player now want to sign the deal.Messi is unconvinced the club can compete at the top of the European game, due to financial issues, while the French champions want to focus on developing young talent.

How the other European title races stand

Europe's major leagues are entering their final few weeks, with things tight at the top in Germany while other titles are close to being clinched.But what about elsewhere?BBC Sport takes a look at who is challenging for what.Germany
There is a familiar leader at the top of the Bundesliga table, but it is still very tight.

Messi to leave PSG this summer

Lionel Messi will leave Paris St-Germain this summer at the end of his current contract.The Argentine World Cup winner had reached an 'agreement in principle' to extend his stay for another year but neither club nor player now want to sign the deal.Messi is unconvinced the club can compete at the top of the European game, due to financial issues, while the French champions want to focus on developing young talent.

How the other European title races stand

Europe's major leagues are entering their final few weeks, with things tight at the top in Germany while other titles are close to being clinched.But what about elsewhere?BBC Sport takes a look at who is challenging for what.Germany
There is a familiar leader at the top of the Bundesliga table, but it is still very tight.
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From 'rock bottom' to helping Bristol City reach WSL

When Rachel Furness celebrated winning the Women's Championship with Bristol City at Ashton Gate last month it was a serious case of deja vu.Twelve months earlier she had experienced the same promotion feeling, at the same ground - but with a different team.The Northern Ireland midfielder helped Liverpool beat Bristol City at Ashton Gate a year ago to secure promotion to the Women's Super League (WSL).

Arsenal vs. Chelsea - Football Match Report - May 2, 2023 - ESPN

Arsenal bounced back from their deflating loss to Manchester City by easing to a 3-1 victory over struggling Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday to keep their Premier League title hopes alive.Martin Odegaard scored twice in 13 first-half minutes before Gabriel Jesus added a third before half-time against a Chelsea side that were all too accommodating to their London rivals.

Rotherham beat 10-man Boro to secure safety

Rotherham secured Championship safety with a game to spare as Hakeem Odoffin's goal proved enough to beat 10-man Middlesbrough at New York Stadium.Play-off-bound Boro lost full-back Anfernee Dijksteel to a straight red card in stoppage time of a scrappy first half for bringing down Jordan Hugill on the edge of the box.

The Etihad title showdown - Man City vs Arsenal

Title race goes down to the wire (Image: Nathan Rodgers - Unsplash) Before the Premier League season began way back in August, if you'd asked people which of the 2 teams in the league would be in a title race this season then the majority of people would've said Manchester City as one of them.However, what people wouldn't have expected is that the team challenging them is Arsenal.

Bournemouth win as Leeds' relegation worries grow

Bournemouth moved ever closer to securing their Premier League status with victory at the Vitality Stadium as Leeds' relegation fears deepened.Jefferson Lerma scored twice in four first-half minutes to put the Cherries in control - curling in a superb first-time shot before lashing the ball home after Leeds goalkeeper Illan Meslier flapped at a corner from the right.

Wilson scores twice as Newcastle beat Southampton

Callum Wilson took his Premier League tally to 15 goals for the season as Newcastle fought back to beat bottom club Southampton at St James' Park and strengthen their place in the top four.Saints, who started the day six points adrift of safety, took a surprise lead in the first half when Stuart Armstrong turned in Kamaldeen Sulemana's low ball following a swift counter.

From 'rock bottom' to helping Bristol City reach WSL

When Rachel Furness celebrated winning the Women's Championship with Bristol City at Ashton Gate last month it was a serious case of deja vu.Twelve months earlier she had experienced the same promotion feeling, at the same ground - but with a different team.The Northern Ireland midfielder helped Liverpool beat Bristol City at Ashton Gate a year ago to secure promotion to the Women's Super League (WSL).

Arsenal vs. Chelsea - Football Match Report - May 2, 2023 - ESPN

Arsenal bounced back from their deflating loss to Manchester City by easing to a 3-1 victory over struggling Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday to keep their Premier League title hopes alive.Martin Odegaard scored twice in 13 first-half minutes before Gabriel Jesus added a third before half-time against a Chelsea side that were all too accommodating to their London rivals.

Rotherham beat 10-man Boro to secure safety

Rotherham secured Championship safety with a game to spare as Hakeem Odoffin's goal proved enough to beat 10-man Middlesbrough at New York Stadium.Play-off-bound Boro lost full-back Anfernee Dijksteel to a straight red card in stoppage time of a scrappy first half for bringing down Jordan Hugill on the edge of the box.

The Etihad title showdown - Man City vs Arsenal

Title race goes down to the wire (Image: Nathan Rodgers - Unsplash) Before the Premier League season began way back in August, if you'd asked people which of the 2 teams in the league would be in a title race this season then the majority of people would've said Manchester City as one of them.However, what people wouldn't have expected is that the team challenging them is Arsenal.

Bournemouth win as Leeds' relegation worries grow

Bournemouth moved ever closer to securing their Premier League status with victory at the Vitality Stadium as Leeds' relegation fears deepened.Jefferson Lerma scored twice in four first-half minutes to put the Cherries in control - curling in a superb first-time shot before lashing the ball home after Leeds goalkeeper Illan Meslier flapped at a corner from the right.

Wilson scores twice as Newcastle beat Southampton

Callum Wilson took his Premier League tally to 15 goals for the season as Newcastle fought back to beat bottom club Southampton at St James' Park and strengthen their place in the top four.Saints, who started the day six points adrift of safety, took a surprise lead in the first half when Stuart Armstrong turned in Kamaldeen Sulemana's low ball following a swift counter.
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Florida Panthers Upset Record-Setting Boston Bruins

These Boston Bruins have not been accustomed to losing streaks.They tore through the N.H.L. during the regular season, winning 65 games, a single-season record; claiming the Presidents' Trophy with a league-high of 135 points, 22 points clear of every other team; and outscoring their opponents by 128 goals.
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Which Premier League teams can qualify for Europe?

The Premier League top four appears to be almost complete, with Manchester City and Arsenal assured of a finish in the Champions League places and Newcastle and Manchester United close to joining them.Liverpool boosted their own chances while dealing a blow to Tottenham's with Sunday's victory against Spurs lifting them into fifth place.

Huddersfield ease relegation fears with Cardiff win

Huddersfield Town took a giant stride towards Championship safety by beating a lacklustre Cardiff City 2-1.The Terriers are now three points clear of the drop zone and a point from their last two games will be enough to keep them in the division.Joseph Hungbo fired the visitors ahead after a mistake, before a Jack Simpson own goal made the points safe.

Brighton thump Wolves to boost European hopes

Brighton reignited their push for a place in Europe next season by recording their biggest-ever top-flight victory at the expense of woeful Wolves.The Seagulls remain eighth in the Premier League but are now just a point behind Liverpool in seventh and two behind fifth-placed Tottenham, who have played two games more than Roberto de Zerbi's side.

Manchester United v Aston Villa live stream, match preview, team news and kick-off time for this Premier League match

(Image credit: Getty) Manchester United v Aston Villa live stream and match preview, Sunday 30 April, 2.00pm BST Manchester United v Aston Villa live stream and match preview Looking for a Manchester United v Aston Villa live stream?We've got you covered.Manchester United v Aston Villa isn't on TV in the UK.

Which Premier League teams can qualify for Europe?

The Premier League top four appears to be almost complete, with Manchester City and Arsenal assured of a finish in the Champions League places and Newcastle and Manchester United close to joining them.Liverpool boosted their own chances while dealing a blow to Tottenham's with Sunday's victory against Spurs lifting them into fifth place.

Huddersfield ease relegation fears with Cardiff win

Huddersfield Town took a giant stride towards Championship safety by beating a lacklustre Cardiff City 2-1.The Terriers are now three points clear of the drop zone and a point from their last two games will be enough to keep them in the division.Joseph Hungbo fired the visitors ahead after a mistake, before a Jack Simpson own goal made the points safe.

Brighton thump Wolves to boost European hopes

Brighton reignited their push for a place in Europe next season by recording their biggest-ever top-flight victory at the expense of woeful Wolves.The Seagulls remain eighth in the Premier League but are now just a point behind Liverpool in seventh and two behind fifth-placed Tottenham, who have played two games more than Roberto de Zerbi's side.

Manchester United v Aston Villa live stream, match preview, team news and kick-off time for this Premier League match

(Image credit: Getty) Manchester United v Aston Villa live stream and match preview, Sunday 30 April, 2.00pm BST Manchester United v Aston Villa live stream and match preview Looking for a Manchester United v Aston Villa live stream?We've got you covered.Manchester United v Aston Villa isn't on TV in the UK.
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Hakimi sees red as PSG lose at home to Lorient

Lorient stunned 10-man Paris St-Germain as the Ligue 1 leaders fell to their ninth defeat in all competitions in 2023.Enzo le Fee opened the scoring for Lorient, firing high into the net from Romain Faivre's cutback.Achraf Hakimi was sent off for PSG after collecting two yellow cards in 15 minutes.Kylian Mbappe equalised for the home side but goals from Darlin Yongwa and Bamba Dieng sealed victory for Lorient.

Leicester cruise past Liverpool to escape drop zone

Leicester climbed off the bottom of the Women's Super League table and closer to top-flight safety with an emphatic win at home to Liverpool.Josie Green scored a deflected effort from close range before Carrie Jones struck from distance six minutes later.Ashleigh Plumptre headed home soon after the break before Missy Goodwin netted in the final minute.

Newcastle win leaves Everton in relegation zone

Newcastle took a huge stride towards Champions League football next season by inflicting a demoralising defeat on struggling Everton, who remain rooted in the Premier League's relegation zone.A comfortable win at Goodison Park keeps Eddie Howe's men in third place, eight points clear of Aston Villa in fifth and with a game in hand, in the battle to play in Europe's elite club competition.

Hakimi sees red as PSG lose at home to Lorient

Lorient stunned 10-man Paris St-Germain as the Ligue 1 leaders fell to their ninth defeat in all competitions in 2023.Enzo le Fee opened the scoring for Lorient, firing high into the net from Romain Faivre's cutback.Achraf Hakimi was sent off for PSG after collecting two yellow cards in 15 minutes.Kylian Mbappe equalised for the home side but goals from Darlin Yongwa and Bamba Dieng sealed victory for Lorient.

Leicester cruise past Liverpool to escape drop zone

Leicester climbed off the bottom of the Women's Super League table and closer to top-flight safety with an emphatic win at home to Liverpool.Josie Green scored a deflected effort from close range before Carrie Jones struck from distance six minutes later.Ashleigh Plumptre headed home soon after the break before Missy Goodwin netted in the final minute.

Newcastle win leaves Everton in relegation zone

Newcastle took a huge stride towards Champions League football next season by inflicting a demoralising defeat on struggling Everton, who remain rooted in the Premier League's relegation zone.A comfortable win at Goodison Park keeps Eddie Howe's men in third place, eight points clear of Aston Villa in fifth and with a game in hand, in the battle to play in Europe's elite club competition.
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Yamal makes history as Barcelona thrash Real Betis

Fifteen-year-old winger Lamine Yamal became Barcelona's youngest-ever player as they beat 10-man Real Betis to move 11 points clear at the top of La Liga.The academy product, who turns 16 in July, was brought on in the 84th minute to replace Gavi.At 15 years and 290 days, Yamal is the fifth-youngest player to appear in the competition.

VfL Bochum vs. Borussia Dortmund - Football Match Report - April 28, 2023 - ESPN

Bundesliga leaders Borussia Dortmund's title chances suffered a serious blow on Friday after they stumbled to a 1-1 draw at struggling VfL Bochum in the mini Ruhr derby with four games left to play.Dortmund are on 61 points, two points clear of second-placed Bayern Munich, who will take over the lead if they beat bottom club Hertha Berlin on Sunday.

Yamal makes history as Barcelona thrash Real Betis

Fifteen-year-old winger Lamine Yamal became Barcelona's youngest-ever player as they beat 10-man Real Betis to move 11 points clear at the top of La Liga.The academy product, who turns 16 in July, was brought on in the 84th minute to replace Gavi.At 15 years and 290 days, Yamal is the fifth-youngest player to appear in the competition.

VfL Bochum vs. Borussia Dortmund - Football Match Report - April 28, 2023 - ESPN

Bundesliga leaders Borussia Dortmund's title chances suffered a serious blow on Friday after they stumbled to a 1-1 draw at struggling VfL Bochum in the mini Ruhr derby with four games left to play.Dortmund are on 61 points, two points clear of second-placed Bayern Munich, who will take over the lead if they beat bottom club Hertha Berlin on Sunday.
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Plymouth promoted to Championship with Burton win

Plymouth Argyle won promotion to the Championship after a 1-0 victory over Burton Albion at Home Park.Having seen James Wilson hit the bar Niall Ennis finally broke the deadlock right on half-time as his shot deflected off a defender and into the net.Burton's John Brayford had a second-half header blocked while home forward Callum Wright spurned a number of efforts afterwards.

'That's how titles are won' - Man Utd find way again

The mark of champions is that no matter how tough the game is, how poorly they play or however well their opponents perform, they find a way to win.On this basis, Manchester United are looking more and more like potential Women's Super League champions.Their victory at Aston Villa was chaotic, dramatic and - given the hosts hit the bar twice alongside Rachel Daly's double - more than a little fortunate.

Plymouth promoted to Championship with Burton win

Plymouth Argyle won promotion to the Championship after a 1-0 victory over Burton Albion at Home Park.Having seen James Wilson hit the bar Niall Ennis finally broke the deadlock right on half-time as his shot deflected off a defender and into the net.Burton's John Brayford had a second-half header blocked while home forward Callum Wright spurned a number of efforts afterwards.

'That's how titles are won' - Man Utd find way again

The mark of champions is that no matter how tough the game is, how poorly they play or however well their opponents perform, they find a way to win.On this basis, Manchester United are looking more and more like potential Women's Super League champions.Their victory at Aston Villa was chaotic, dramatic and - given the hosts hit the bar twice alongside Rachel Daly's double - more than a little fortunate.
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Blackpool drop to League One after Millwall loss

Blackpool were relegated from the Championship after defeat by play-off chasing Millwall in a thrilling game at Bloomfield Road.The Seasiders' two-season stay in the division came to an end with a game to go despite the hosts twice levelling the scores after the Lions took the lead.Tom Bradshaw scored in either half for the visitors, with Jerry Yates levelling with a penalty while Lewis Fiorini also equalised with a stunning strike from long range.
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Late Turner winner keeps Man Utd WSL dream alive

Manchester United moved six points clear at the top of the Women's Super League after Millie Turner's stoppage time header secured victory at Aston Villa.Line-ups
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Goal! Aston Villa Women 2, Manchester United Women 3. Millie Turner (Manchester United Women) header from the centre of the box to the bottom right corner.

Tottenham 2-2 Manchester United LIVE! Premier League result, match stream and latest updates today

T ottenham vs Manchester United LIVE!Spurs rallied from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Manchester United in a thrilling Premier League clash on Thursday.The point left United six points clear of fifth-placed Spurs with two games in hand and all-but puts paid to the London side's hopes of Champions League football next season.

Late Turner winner keeps Man Utd WSL dream alive

Manchester United moved six points clear at the top of the Women's Super League after Millie Turner's stoppage time header secured victory at Aston Villa.Line-ups
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Goal! Aston Villa Women 2, Manchester United Women 3. Millie Turner (Manchester United Women) header from the centre of the box to the bottom right corner.

Tottenham 2-2 Manchester United LIVE! Premier League result, match stream and latest updates today

T ottenham vs Manchester United LIVE!Spurs rallied from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Manchester United in a thrilling Premier League clash on Thursday.The point left United six points clear of fifth-placed Spurs with two games in hand and all-but puts paid to the London side's hopes of Champions League football next season.
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Its not too late - Tuchel tells flailing Bayern Munich to show champion class - Soccer News

Thomas Tuchel admitted Bayern Munich have reached the point where "nothing is easy" as he demanded his faltering team show a reaction to losing top spot in the Bundesliga.Tuchel was undecided about whether to tune in for Borussia Dortmund's clash with Bochum on Friday, knowing a Dortmund win would lift them four points clear of Bayern.

Nobody is perfect - Pioli insists Napoli not unbeatable ahead of Champions League showdown - Soccer News

Stefano Pioli insisted "nobody is perfect or unbeatable" as Milan prepare to overthrow Napoli in the all-Italian Champions League quarter-final clash.Milan and Napoli will meet for the first time in European competition on April 12 in the first leg at San Siro, with Luciano Spalletti's side flying high in Serie A and UEFA's top club competition.

Its not too late - Tuchel tells flailing Bayern Munich to show champion class - Soccer News

Thomas Tuchel admitted Bayern Munich have reached the point where "nothing is easy" as he demanded his faltering team show a reaction to losing top spot in the Bundesliga.Tuchel was undecided about whether to tune in for Borussia Dortmund's clash with Bochum on Friday, knowing a Dortmund win would lift them four points clear of Bayern.

Nobody is perfect - Pioli insists Napoli not unbeatable ahead of Champions League showdown - Soccer News

Stefano Pioli insisted "nobody is perfect or unbeatable" as Milan prepare to overthrow Napoli in the all-Italian Champions League quarter-final clash.Milan and Napoli will meet for the first time in European competition on April 12 in the first leg at San Siro, with Luciano Spalletti's side flying high in Serie A and UEFA's top club competition.
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Napoli's potential title game moved to Sunday

Napoli's potential Serie A title-clinching home game against Salernitana has been moved to Sunday at 14:00 BST for safety reasons.If they win and second-placed Lazio fail to beat Inter Milan at the San Siro, Napoli will win the title.Runaway leaders Napoli's match was meant to be on Saturday, before Lazio's match at 11:30 BST on Sunday.

How highly does Scotland's win over Spain rate?

BBC Sportsound host Richard Gordon proclaimed: "Not since 12 September 2007 have Scotland pulled off a result which will have the whole of Europe sitting up and taking notice."The Nielsen's Gracenote data agency suggests that, given the gap in the world rankings, "we have the play-off win against the Netherlands in 2003 and the 2006 win against France as the only better home results for Scotland in qualifying for World Cup or Euros".
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