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ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Why Guardiola's legacy could exceed the likes of Ferguson, Wenger, Klopp

Exit as a Premier League champion like Sir Alex Ferguson? Or leave behind a strong foundation like Jurgen Klopp? Pep Guardiola has the chance to do both.

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Is the new Premier League ball behind all the long-range goals? We asked a scientist

Teams aren't taking as many long-range shots this season, but they're still scoring stunning goals from distance. Is a change in the Premier League match ball responsible?

PREMIER LEAGUE

FOOTBALL

Man United close in on UCL return by beating increasingly toxic Chelsea

Michael Carrick seems to have the blueprint to get Man United back to Europe's top competition after beating Chelsea, whose season is quickly slipping away.

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Van Dijk hands Liverpool a UCL boost and reason to believe after more late drama

Liverpool beat Everton 2-1 with a 100th-minute winner to go seven points clear of Chelsea in the race for the Champions League. And how they needed it.

TRANSFER TALK

Transfer rumors, news: Man United eye Real Madrid star as Casemiro replacement

Manchester United have added Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni to their shortlist. Join us for the latest transfer news and rumors from around the globe.

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COVENTRY CITY

After Coventry's promotion, how does Frank Lampard's managerial career compare to his England 'Golden Generation' teammates?

After Coventry's promotion back to the Premier League, how does Frank Lampard's managerial record compare to Steven Gerrard, Wayne Rooney and Co.?

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Lampard's Coventry return to Prem after 25 years

Coventry City will return to the Premier League for the first time in 25 years after securing their promotion from the Championship with a draw at Blackburn.

    LIVERPOOL

    Record-transfer Isak needs to step up for Liverpool after Ekitike injury

    Alexander Isak has only just returned himself, but after Hugo Ekitike's injury blow, he'll need to hit the ground running if Liverpool are to reach the Champions League after a dismal Premier League title defense.

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    FIFA WORLD CUP

    Superfan spotlight - Will Mama Joy and 'Lumumba' be at the World Cup?

    Two of Africa's most famous football fans, DR Congo's Michel Nkuka "Lumumba" Mboladinga and South Africa's Joy "Mama Joy" Chauke are trending at the moment for wildly differing reasons.

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    The lure of a World Cup sees a swathe of switches to African teams

    From high-profile converts who could become key figures for one of the continent's 10 qualifiers, to new faces hoping they can force their way into contention, here's our team-by-team guide for the debuting World Cup hopefuls.

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