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Paul Scholes has been labelled "dumb and dumber" on the official Manchester United podcast after a comical misunderstanding.

Former Arsenal star Cesc Fabregas has named the one current Gunners player he would most want to play with.

Nicola Sturgeon has warned Scottish football fans they should have no "false expectations" of attending matches in the near future, also stressing the dangers of behind-closed-doors events.

Former Liverpool boss Gerard Houllier is desperate for the season to resume so that his old club can finally bring an end to their Premier League hoodoo.

Real Madrid could be set to finish the season at the Alfredo Di Stefano Stadium at their training ground in Valdebebas as works continue to renovate their Santiago Bernabeu home.

Fifa has promised to fulfil its planned investment in women's football despite the financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic.

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford's insight into how a "tough" period under Jose Mourinho ultimately improved him as a player could offer hope to Tottenham midfielder Tanguy Ndombele.

Not even the Man City coach could lift the title with the Gunners, says Paul Merson

Jorginho is happy at Chelsea amid transfer speculation linking him with a move to Juventus, according to the midfielder's agent.

Leroy Sane could benefit from football being placed on lockdown, according to Manchester City teammate Ilkay Gundogan.

Arsenal and Tottenham could qualify for next season's Champions League ahead of Chelsea if the Premier League campaign is unable to be finished, according to reports.

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Former Liverpool midfielder Gary McAllister has hailed the leadership qualities of 'proper men' Jordan Henderson and James Milner.

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Jurgen Klopp has suggested that he could turn to a promising group of young players to help Liverpool take the next step in their development.

Former Charlton and Chelsea defender Paul Elliott believe there is still work to be done to eliminate racism in football, on the second National Stephen Lawrence Day.

Thomas Partey's representatives have denied that the Atletico Madrid midfielder is involved in transfer negotiations with Arsenal.

The Premier League has reportedly backed plans to finish the 2019-20 season by July 31.

Arsenal have been forced to follow neighbours Tottenham in reminding their squad of lockdown guidelines after four Gunners players were caught flouting social-distancing measures.

Only clubs with a "death wish" would want to continue the National League season, according to one chairman, after the campaign was finally abandoned on Wednesday.

Jamie Carragher has revealed that Liverpool's players "couldn't believe" Chelsea bought Fernando Torres for £50million in 2011, a sale that resulted in the signing of Luis Suarez.

Former France forward Christophe Dugarry believes Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba would be an "ideal" signing for Real Madrid.

Chelsea star Callum Hudson-Odoi says he would love his club to sign Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund.

Glen Johnson has urged his former club Chelsea to sign Philippe Coutinho this summer.

Manchester United legend Roy Keane has offered his support to players like Mesut Ozil, insisting he would have refused to take a pay cut if he found himself in the situation Premier League stars are currently faced with.

Hakim Ziyech will be free to join Chelsea without delay this summer after the Eredivisie season was cancelled.

Hakim Ziyech will be free to join Chelsea without delay this summer with the Eredivisie season set to be cancelled.

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

Hakim Ziyech insists his Chelsea future was never in doubt and claims he was always intent on joining the club in July.

Manchester United fans have identified attacking midfield as the position which needs addressing as a priority this summer.

Chelsea fans have identified attack as the position which needs addressing as a priority this summer.

Liverpool can save themselves millions in the transfer market this summer thanks to the progress made by two academy starlets this season.

Liverpool legend Phil Thompson has backed calls for his former club to sign RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner.

Manchester City fans have called on their club to strengthen in central defence when the transfer window opens.

The 2019/20 season has been a tough one for Tottenham - both on and off the pitch.

Liverpool are enjoying a season few have bettered over the years and should be celebrating their first ever Premier League title.

Tottenham should consider selling Tanguy Ndombele if it means getting Nelson Semedo and Samuel Umtiti, says former Spurs striker Darren Bent.

Football's coronavirus lockdown has brought a great deal of uncertainty to so many aspects of the sport, from the completion fixtures to the job security of staff.

Real Madrid are among the clubs who are likely to see their summer transfer window plans change with clubs across the planet hit with the financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic.

With clubs across Europe faced with transfer window hardships due to financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic, there isn't perhaps a better academy to rely on than La Masia.

With the coronavirus pandemic expected to quell big outlays in the transfer market, we're looking at how Premier League clubs could save some pennies by promoting talent from their academy.

The coronavirus shutdown is already having a huge impact on football finances, and Manchester City will not be immune despite their riches.

Manchester United had big plans for the next transfer window, though the coronavirus shutdown has thrown the season into flux.

Frank Lampard had a bumper transfer budget to revamp his Chelsea squad this summer - but the coronavirus shutdown could have long-lasting implications.

With football on lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic, there are huge questions that need to be answered about the next transfer window.

Tottenham have spent frugally at the best of times but the devastating financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic is likely to leave the club even more reliant on their academy.

Tottenham star Heung-min Son is facing a third spell of quarantine and could miss the Premier League's return to full training due to government plans to force all people arriving in the UK to self-isolate for 14 days.

Crystal Palace are helping to feed frontline NHS workers and the most vulnerable in south London from the kitchens at Selhurst Park.

Ask any fan and Jordan Ayew will rank among their candidates for Crystal Palace player of the season.