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Manchester United's Juan Mata picks ex-Chelsea team-mate Eden Hazard as all-time Premier League great

Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata believes former Chelsea team-mate Eden Hazard is among the very best players in Premier League history.




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Barcelona announce boardroom changes after resignations and confirm legal action against former vice-president

Barcelona have announced changes to the club's board in a swift restructuring after six directors submitted their resignations to president Josep Maria Bartomeu last week.




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Manchester United's Juan Mata likens Ander Herrera to Bruno Fernandes and says he misses former team-mate

Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata has revealed he misses playing with Ander Herrera and compared the Spaniard to Bruno Fernandes.




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Transfer news LIVE: Liverpool eye Mbappe deal, Aubameyang update, Chelsea want Mertens; Man Utd, Arsenal gossip

Welcome to the Evening Standard's live blog covering the latest transfer news and rumours from the Premier League and beyond.




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Tottenham install coronavirus testing centre for NHS staff and families at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

Tottenham have installed a drive-through Covid-19 testing centre at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to help the NHS.




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Barcelona exit for Ivan Rakitic would suit all parties... but he deserves to be remembered as a great servant

Ivan Rakitic has made 299 appearances for Barcelona in all competitions and remains the only midfielder to score for the Catalan club in a European Cup final. At Camp Nou, his name is still cheered by fans.




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Phil Collins helps Jimmy Greaves with 'substantial donation', reveals agent

Phil Collins has made a 'substantial donation' to help Jimmy Greaves, according to the Tottenham legend's agent.




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Manchester United star Paul Pogba hits back at his critics: 'I didn't even know who Graeme Souness was'

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba has hit back at one of his biggest critics in Graeme Souness, admitting he didn't even know who the Liverpool legend was.




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Peter Bonetti was a goalkeeping great but also humble and friendly – Chris Woods remembers the Chelsea legend

The death on Sunday of Peter Bonetti at the age of 78 after a long illness has seen endless tributes paid to the Chelsea goalkeeping great.




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International football may not return until 2021, warns Fifa vice-president

International football may not be able to return until 2021 as priority is given to club fixtures, a Fifa vice-president has warned.




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Jose Mourinho self-isolating with three Tottenham coaches in rented house

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Graeme Souness hits back at Paul Pogba as feud continues: 'Put your medals on the table!'

Graeme Souness landed the latest blow in his feud with Manchester United star Paul Pogba as he declared: "Put your medals on the table!"




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Former Manchester United boss David Moyes reveals the three big signings he missed out on at Old Trafford

Former Manchester United boss David Moyes has revealed the three big name transfer targets he missed out on while in charge at Old Trafford.




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On This Day: Paul Gascoigne's FA Cup free-kick beats Ryan Giggs' Arsenal wonder goal and Danny Rose's rocket

April 14 is a date blessed with an abundance of spectacular football goals, with three particularly notable efforts coming against Arsenal - but which did one did Twitter pick as the best strike?




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Bournemouth reverse furlough decision in latest Premier League U-turn after Liverpool and Tottenham

Bournemouth have reversed their decision to furlough staff amid the coronavirus lockdown, the club has confirmed.




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Newcastle takeover latest: '#NUFCTakeover' trends on Twitter amid reports Mike Ashley is set to sell club

Fresh speculation has emerged that Newcastle United could be on the verge of a takeover by Amanda Staveley's PCP Capital Partners.




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Transfer news LIVE: Haaland blow for Man Utd plus Sancho latest; Partey to Arsenal; Liverpool, Chelsea rumours

Welcome to the Evening Standard's live blog covering the latest transfer news and rumours from the Premier League and beyond.




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Harry Kane a 'great fit for Manchester United... but they're no better than Tottenham', says Harry Redknapp

Former Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp believes Manchester United would not represent a step-up for in-demand striker Harry Kane.




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Bruno Fernandes compares Manchester United teammate Paul Pogba to Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi

Bruno Fernandes insists critics are guilty of forgetting just how good Manchester United teammate Paul Pogba is - insisting he deals with the same level of expectation as Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.




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Arsenal frustrated by wage-cut talks with players as pressure builds to cut costs

Arsenal are growing frustrated at the progress and complexity of talks with their squad over wage cuts.




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Jimmy Greaves out of hospital and recovering at home, Tottenham legend's agent confirms

Jimmy Greaves is out of hospital and is recovering at home, the Tottenham legend's agent has confirmed.




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Kai Havertz puts Manchester United and Liverpool on alert with latest transfer update

Kai Havertz is open to leaving Germany amid transfer interest from Manchester United, along with links to a host of other top European clubs.




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Marcus Rashford reserves Manchester United tickets for NHS 'superstars' in latest act of generosity

Marcus Rashford has once again shown his generosity after inviting two NHS workers to a Manchester United match after declaring them 'the real superstars' in the battle against coronavirus.




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Juventus confirm Blaise Matuidi and Daniele Rugani have recovered from coronavirus

Juventus have confirmed both Daniele Rugani and Blaise Matuidi have recovered from coronavirus and are no longer subject to the Italian home isolation regime.




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Newcastle takeover latest: 'Everybody will be celebrating' if £300m deal goes through

Steve Howey believes deal is good for owner Mike Ashley, the prospective buyers, and the fans Amnesty International UK​ says move is 'PR tool' for Saudi Arabia to 'sportswash​' human rights image




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Tottenham release first footage of NHS coronavirus testing centre at repurposed stadium

Tottenham have granted the NHS access to their stadium to carry out coronavirus testing.




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Lionel Messi will finish his career at Barcelona, says coach Quique Setien

Barcelona coach Quique Setien says he is sure Lionel Messi will finish his career at Camp Nou.




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Thomas Partey to Arsenal: Why Atletico Madrid's midfield shield would be a perfect signing for Mikel Arteta

Premier League clubs including Arsenal have had their eye on Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey for some time.




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Transfer news LIVE: Werner to Liverpool update, Arsenal in Disasi talks, Man Utd eye Koulibaly; Chelsea gossip

Welcome to the Evening Standard's live blog covering the latest transfer news and rumours from the Premier League and beyond.




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Bruno Fernandes reveals what quality future Manchester United signings must have

Bruno Fernandes has insisted he made the move to Manchester United in order to win every trophy available and wants players that follow him to Old Trafford to possess a similar hunger for success.




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Takumi Minamino Liverpool breakthrough 'only a matter of time', says Salzburg coach

RB Salzburg coach Jesse Marsch has declared that is "only a matter of time" until Takumi Minamino begins to make a major impact for Liverpool.




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Newcastle takeover latest: The 'biggest decision' for new owners, according to Jamie Carragher

Newcastle United's prospective new owners face a huge call over whether to stick with current boss Steve Bruce or hire a new manager, according to Jamie Carragher.




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Philippe Coutinho to Chelsea: Barcelona coach Quique Setien delivers transfer update

Barcelona coach Quique Setien believes Philippe Coutinho is a 'great player' and says he is 'counting on' the 27-year-old for next season.




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Piers Morgan and Matt Hancock clash over footballers' wages as Health Secretary says he won't take pay cut

The Health Secretary Matt Hancock has ruled out taking a pay-cut during the coronavirus pandemic, after he was quizzed over his calls for footballers to do so by television presenter Piers Morgan.




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Lucas Moura urges Harry Kane to stay at Tottenham: 'It's not easy to find a player like him'

Tottenham forward Lucas Moura has urged the club not to sell Harry Kane because he is too "important" to replace.




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Wigan Athletic players agree wage deferrals during coronavirus crisis as some staff furloughed

Wigan Athletic's footballers have agreed to defer some of their wages during the coronavirus crisis, the Championship club confirmed on Thursday.




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Champions League blow for Atletico Madrid if RFEF plan to award European spots as LaLiga table stands goes ahead

The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) plans to award the European places to the teams currently occupying those positions if LaLiga cannot be finished this season.




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Manchester United target Dayot Upamecano advised to stay at RB Leipzig amid transfer links

German legend Lothar Matthaus has advised Dayot Upamecano to remain at RB Leipzig despite significant interest from a plethora of European giants.




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Harry Kane hails 'true inspiration' Captain Tom Moore after war veteran, 99, raises £15m for NHS

Tottenham forward Harry Kane has praised Captain Tom Moore, the 99-year-old war veteran who has raised over £15million for the NHS in the battle against coronavirus.




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Transfer news LIVE: Sancho, Grealish to Man Utd latest; Coutinho to Chelsea update; Arsenal, Liverpool rumours

Welcome to the Evening Standard's live blog covering the latest transfer news and rumours from the Premier League and beyond.




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Newcastle takeover by Saudi Arabian-backed consortium is 'sportswashing', says Amnesty International

Newcastle United are in danger of being used as a "PR tool" by Saudi Arabia if the club's proposed takeover goes through, according to Amnesty International UK.




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Coronavirus Sport news LIVE: Premier League meeting latest, Leeds United legend Norman Hunter dies of Covid-19

Welcome to the Evening Standard's LIVE coverage as the coronavirus crisis continues to heavily impact sport across the globe.




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Premier League meeting latest: Season deadline not discussed, clubs committed to finishing 2019/20 fixtures

Premier League clubs remain committed to finishing the 2019/20 season following an online meeting today, with a potential deadline of June 30 not discussed.




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Jurgen Klopp's lockdown: Liverpool boss discusses Tiger King, Downton Abbey... and learning to tie a tie at 52!

Like most football fans, Jurgen Klopp has found himself with a lot of time on his hands since Premier League action was suspended.




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Juan Mata praises Manchester United's underrated 'quarterback' Michael Carrick

Juan Mata hailed praised Michael Carrick as one of Manchester United's great underrated players.




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Arsenal defender Shkodran Mustafi announces donation of 16,000 meals for vulnerable people in Islington

Arsenal defender Shkodran Mustafi has announced a birthday donation of 16,000 meals to help vulnerable people in Islington.




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Karim Benzema rules out imminent Lyon return and wants to 'keep making history' at Real Madrid

Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has ruled out a return to former club Lyon in the near future and insists he wants to 'keep making history' with Los Blancos.




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Ex-Chelsea coach Maurizio Sarri reveals 'conflicted' relationship with players during turbulent reign

Maurizio Sarri has revealed how he shared a "conflicted relationship" with his Chelsea squad but admits he misses the Premier League, describing it as "extraordinary".




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Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta gives fascinating insight into his tactical masterplan to improve players

Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta has delivered a detailed insight into the meticulous planning that goes into shaping his tactical vision for his side.




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Brighton consider playing fake crowd noise through stadium speakers at behind-closed-doors matches

Brighton and Hove Albion are looking into playing crowd noises through speakers at their Amex Stadium home should football return behind closed doors.