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Is football better without VAR? FA Cup shows nobody really knows
Neither the third or fourth rounds of the FA Cup used VAR, yet they produced opposite reactions on whether soccer needs the technology.
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Arsenal hit 4 in 17 minutes, see off Wigan in R4
Arsenal cruised into the fifth round of the FA Cup after a comfortable 4-0 defeat of League One side Wigan Athletic at the Emirates.
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FA CUP
Newcastle's Howe: Referees too reliant on VAR
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe believes referees have become too reliant on VAR after Chris Kavanagh's horror show in his side's 3-1 FA Cup win at 10-man Aston Villa.
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Not done yet: Mohamed Salah sparkles in Liverpool's FA Cup win
Mohamed Salah turning in a memorable performance in front of an adoring Anfield crowd? No, it's not 2024, but it sure felt like it on Saturday night in Liverpool.
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Slot believes Szoboszlai has what it takes to become a future Liverpool captain
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Nicol: Decisions in Aston Villa vs. Newcastle shows why VAR is needed
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Szoboszlai reacts to Liverpool's 'important' FA Cup win vs. Brighton
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MLS SEASON STARTS FEB 21
Mbokazi on Broos criticism over MLS move - 'I deserve to be here'
Chicago Fire FC centre-back Mbekezeli Mbokazi has admitted that he faced a 'difficult' time amid public scrutiny of his transfer from Orlando Pirates, but expressed confidence his time to play in more established leagues will come.
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Mbokazi will benefit from 'step up in quality' from PSL - Berhalter
Berhalter suggested Major League Soccer was superior to South Africa's Betway Premiership and could lead to more opportunities for the centre-back and for winger Puso Dithejane.
ENGLISH FA CUP
Chelsea coach Rosenior shows ruthless side in homecoming at Hull to prove credentials
Hull City is where Liam Rosenior got his start, but he didn't let up as Chelsea demolished his former club in the FA Cup.
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Wrexham into FA Cup last 16 for 1st time since '97
Wrexham achieved another landmark moment in their meteoric rise after reaching the last 16 of England's FA Cup for the first time since 1997.
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE
FOOTBALL
Premier League superlatives: The 25 best and worst players at different skills
Who's the Premier League's fastest player? The slowest? Best passer? The worst? And more. Here are 25 superlatives from different skills.
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TRANSFER TALK
Transfer rumors, news: Man United wants Juventus defender Kalulu
Man United are looking to Serie A for a defender, while Chicago Fire are willing to go "all in" to sign Robert Lewandowski. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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UWCL talking points: Can Arsenal retain title? Are Man United underrated?
Emily Keogh, Alex Kirkland and Connor O'Halloran answer our burning questions after the first legs of the UEFA Women's Champions League playoffs.
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2025-26 CAF Champions League
Cardoso's man management could do with an upgrade, Mokwena-style
As Mamelodi Sundowns prepare to face former head coach Rhulani Mokwena's MC Alger in the CAF Champions League this weekend, Brazilians boss Miguel Cardoso could do with using more heart than tactics.
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Mamelodi Sundowns vs MC Alger - Teams, news, how to watch, kick off time
Mamelodi Sundowns need a home win in their final CAF Champions League Group C match at Loftus Versfeld to avoid a shock elimination at the hands of former head coach Rhulani Mokwena's MC Alger.
1st Leg
Barcelona taught 'lesson' by Atlético in Copa rout
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said his side were taught a lesson by Atlético Madrid as they suffered a 4-0 loss at the Metropolitano on Thursday in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinal between the two teams.
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'Incredible' Álvarez leads Atleti thrashing of Barça
Diego Simeone said Julián Álvarez's goal and assist in Atlético Madrid's 4-0 Copa del Rey thrashing of Barcelona will help the forward reset after ending an 11-game scoring drought.
Lookman explains 'easy' transition to Atletico Madrid after scoring vs. Barcelona
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Atletico Madrid takes giant step with win over Barcelona in Copa semifinal
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Burley: Barcelona 'embarrassed' by Atlético Madrid in Copa del Rey tie
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- Salah: In-form Szoboszlai among the world's best
- Real Madrid 'lucky to have' Trent, says Arbeloa
- Juve furious at 'unacceptable' ref call in Inter loss
- Newcastle's Howe: Referees too reliant on VAR
- Pep not happy with Man City's 'boring' FA Cup win
- Bayern's Kane 'proud' to score 500th career goal
- Ronaldo ends protest, scores 18 minutes later
- Tottenham appoint Igor Tudor as new head coach
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