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Friday, Apr 26

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Liverpool verbally agree compensation package with Arne Slot to replace Jurgen Klopp as boss

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Arne Slot is on the verge of joining Liverpool from Feyenoord after the two clubs verbally agreed a compensation package for the Dutchman to replace Jurgen Klopp this summer

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Man Utd make final decision on Raphael Varane after refusing to trigger contract extension

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Manchester United central defender Raphael Varane is widely expected to leave Old Trafford this summer with the club hierarchy having no interest in extending his stay

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Rhys McClenaghan strikes gold again in Europeans

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The gold medal winning display is expected to be his last competitive outing until the Paris Games during the summer.

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What time and TV channel is QPR v Leeds on today in the Sky Bet Championship?

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Leeds could edge closer to promotion as they travel to London to take on QPR.

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Jake Paul weight reveal as influencer 'bulks up' for Mike Tyson fight

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Paul has considerably bulked up whilst training to fight 'Iron Mike' this summer as he aims to be a similar weight to the boxing legend when they share the ring

Sky Sports axe latest football show after Soccer AM snub as chiefs left 'gutted' by decision

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Sky Sports have confirmed that Fantasy Football League, the iconic show previously fronted by David Baddiel and Frank Skinner, will not return in its current format later this year

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Greg Norman hints at LIV Golf talks with PGA Tour megastar after Viktor Hovland rumours

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LIV Golf is looking to add to its roster ahead of the 2025 season following a noisy offseason which saw Jon Rahm switch - and Greg Norman recently spoke with a PGA Tour star

Max Verstappen will be furious as F1 chief eyes another major change to the sport

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Max Verstappen has made clear multiple times his dislike for rule tweaks and changes to the F1 weekend format, so will not like Stefano Domenicali's plans for the future

Jamie Carragher expresses doubts over Arne Slot and names ideal Jurgen Klopp successor

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Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has some concerns over the club's approach for Arne Slot and has questioned whether the Reds should have gone for a more established name

Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton's Ryder Cup dream saved after LIV Golf gamble but Sergio Garcia left out

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Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton are set to receive good news over their Ryder Cup eligibility - having ditched the PGA Tour and DP World Tour in favour of the riches on offer from LIV Golf

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John Terry reveals frosty Rio Ferdinand meeting on Dubai beach amid 13-year feud

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John Terry was accused of racism by Anton Ferdinand back in 2011 and the ex-Chelsea skipper has been ignored by Rio Ferdinand when he's tried to engage with him

Eamon Dunphy: Klopp announcing his decision to quit has ultimately scuppered Liverpool's title bid

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Managers like Klopp make players believe - they become their followers. Then when the preacher leaves, the congregation questions their faith. That’s what is going on in Anfield now.

Peter Wright leaves fans split as he changes legendary walk-on song for Premier League darts

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Peter Wright failed to progress past the quarter-finals in the latest night of the Premier League Darts and attempted to mix things up for Thursday evening’s outing in Liverpool

Deontay Wilder gives glowing review of Eddie Hearn amid new partnership

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Wilder has put his feud with Hearn aside to sign with the promoter for his upcoming fight against Zhilei Zhang in the hopes of securing a fight against Anthony Joshua

Eddie Howe hails Bruno Guimaraes transfer clause and fires ultimatum to Man City and PSG

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Brazilian Bruno Guimaras is in demand but a clause in his new contract means rivals like PSG and Manchester City have to get their £100m business done quickly or lose our in a clever move

Marcus Rashford slams social media comments on Man Utd performances: 'Enough is enough'

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Manchester United and England forward Marcus Rashford has been heavily criticised for his performances this season, leading to a tirade of "abuse" on social media

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Bastian Schweinsteiger claims Louis van Gaal decision set Man Utd back "years"

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Louis van Gaal took Germany icon Bastian Schweinsteiger from Bayern Munich to Manchester United in 2015 and the former midfielder has now spoken out on the Dutchman’s sacking

John Terry claims he wasn't given 'fair trial' by the FA in Anton Ferdinand racism case

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John Terry was found not guilty in court of racially abusing opponent Anton Ferdinand during a QPR vs Chelsea fixture in 2011, but was handed an FA ban after a separate hearing from the footballing body

Tyson Fury backed by brother Tommy to make 'easy work' of Oleksandr Usyk

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Heavyweight champion Fury fights Usyk for the undisputed world titles next month and brother Tommy is confident he will make the fight look easy

Edu handed four-man transfer wishlist to help Arsenal's resurgence under Mikel Arteta

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Arsenal could yet be toasting a Premier League title success this summer but have already been told who to sign ahead of next season to aid their ambitions under Mikel Arteta

Newcastle join Man Utd in chase for recruitment chief and trusted Sir Alex Ferguson ally

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Newcastle are considering a swoop for Crystal Palace chief Dougie Freedman as they eye their next sporting director - but Manchester United are also weighing up a move

Arne Slot: Feyenoord pair make feelings clear after Dutch manager's Liverpool reveal

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Liverpool target Arne Slot has gone public with his feelings on the Anfield job - and he's now been backed to seal his dream managerial move by two of his key players

Arsenal transfer target drops cryptic hint on his future as Barcelona enter the race

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Arsenal have Martin Zubimendi on their radar and the Real Sociedad midfielder has cast doubt over the prospect of him remaining at the Spanish club for his entire career

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Croke Park date the target for Leinster's Michael Milne as he revels in South Africa challenge

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The Birr man pays tribute to Cian Healy's support as they fight for role in Champions Cup semi-final

Ireland U21s to play England and Croatia in summer friendlies

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Ireland will play England's U20s and Croatia in a double-header in Zagreb

Irish pair Nicole Turner and Dearbhaile Brady win medals at European Para Swimming Championships

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In a race that went right down to the wire, Ireland emerged victorious with two medals from the 50m freestyle final

Roy Keane slammed by Premier League star for 'dinosaur mentality' as unlikely feud escalates

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Manchester United icon Roy Keane has copped some severe criticism for his comments about some players' extra-curricular activities away from thegame, with one Premier League star particularly outspoken

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Pep Guardiola maintains "no one is safe" despite Man City closing in on Premier League summit

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Manchester City made light work of Brighton, securing a 4-0 victory at the Amex just 24 hours after Liverpool lost at Everton, and Pep Guardiola is wary of the threats posed by their opponents

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Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry among leading teams as they chase big prize money at Zurich Classic in New Orleans

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The Irish duo opened with four-straight birdies en route to carding an 11-under 61 in Four-ball play on Thursday

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'Rock n roll' - remembering Noel King's time in charge of League of Ireland newcomers Derry City

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Noel King was player-manager of Derry City when they entered the League of Ireland almost 40 years ago.