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Three Premier League talking points
3 hours, 23 minutes ago

Three Premier League talking points

Deccan Chronicle  

Mohamed Salah underlined his value to Liverpool with a masterclass as the Premier League leaders crushed Tottenham.Ruben Amorim got a painful reminder of the size of the task facing him to rebuild Manchester United, while Manchester City's crisis is mounting.AFP Sport looks at three talking points from the weekend's action:Liverpool must tie up peerless Salah====================================Mohamed Salah was already winning the …

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Premier League 2024-25: Liverpool beats Tottenham Hotspur 6-3 to extend lead at top
8 hours, 3 minutes ago

Premier League 2024-25: Liverpool beats Tottenham Hotspur 6-3 to extend lead at top

The Hindu  

Liverpool extended its lead at the top of the Premier League to four points with a dominant but chaotic 6-3 win at Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday thanks to doubles from Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah. Diaz met Trent Alexander-Arnold’s beautiful cross with a diving header to open the scoring before Alexis Mac Allister nodded home from close range to double …

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Mbappé scores again after hitting 'rock bottom' with Madrid
9 hours, 41 minutes ago

Mbappé scores again after hitting 'rock bottom' with Madrid

Deccan Chronicle  

Kylian Mbappé added to his scoring streak with a superb strike in Real Madrid's 4-2 win over Sevilla in the Spanish league on Sunday to finish the year on a positive note after hitting what he called "rock bottom” in early December.Mbappé sent a right-footed shot into the upper corner 10 minutes into the match for his fourth goal in …

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Liverpool Thrashes Spurs 6-3, Extends Premier League Lead
10 hours, 5 minutes ago

Liverpool Thrashes Spurs 6-3, Extends Premier League Lead

Deccan Chronicle  

Liverpool heads into Christmas with a four-point lead, a game in hand and as the overwhelming title favorite in the Premier League on the back of a wild 6-3 win at Tottenham on Sunday.As for Manchester United and its new manager Ruben Amorim, they stumble into the festive period in 13th place — as low as they’ve been at Christmas …

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No Christmas off for Manchester City: Kyle Walker amidst club's tough form
11 hours, 9 minutes ago

No Christmas off for Manchester City: Kyle Walker amidst club's tough form

India Today  

Manchester City skipper Kyle Walker has revealed that the team will not be taking a break on Christmas Day, instead focusing on their usual training session to prepare for their Boxing Day Premier League clash against Everton. Manchester City players have had Christmas Day off during previous campaigns. "We're gonna train on Christmas Day this season, we've got Everton at …

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Liverpool routs Spurs 6-3 to take 4-point lead into Christmas in Premier League; Man United humbled
11 hours, 9 minutes ago

Liverpool routs Spurs 6-3 to take 4-point lead into Christmas in Premier League; Man United humbled

New Indian Express  

Liverpool heads into Christmas with a four-point lead, a game in hand and as the overwhelming title favorite in the Premier League on the back of a wild 6-3 win at Tottenham on Sunday. As for Manchester United and its new manager Ruben Amorim, they stumble into the festive period in 13th place — as low as they've been at …

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Rangers trade 1B Nathaniel Lowe to Nationals for lefty reliever Robert Garcia
11 hours, 37 minutes ago

Rangers trade 1B Nathaniel Lowe to Nationals for lefty reliever Robert Garcia

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — The Texas Rangers acquired left-handed reliever Robert Garcia from the Washington Nationals in a trade Sunday for past Gold Glove and Silver Slugger first baseman Nathaniel Lowe. Texas is parting with Lowe after acquiring slugging corner infielder Jake Burger from Miami for three minor league players during the winter meetings less than two weeks ago. Texas acquired …

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Dortmund holds on with 10 men for 1st away win in Bundesliga
16 hours, 15 minutes ago

Dortmund holds on with 10 men for 1st away win in Bundesliga

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Borussia Dortmund held on after Pascal Groß’ sending off to beat Wolfsburg 3-1 for its first Bundesliga away win of the season on Sunday. Donyell Malen got the visitors off the mark with a volley to a corner in the 25th, three minutes before Julian Brandt played in Maximilian Beier to score Dortmund’s second goal. Wolfsburg improved drastically …

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Mbappé scores again as Real Madrid ends 2024 in 2nd place in Spanish league
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17 hours, 3 minutes ago

Mbappé scores again as Real Madrid ends 2024 in 2nd place in Spanish league

Associated Press  

MADRID — Kylian Mbappé added to his scoring streak with a superb strike 10 minutes into a Spanish league match as Real Madrid beat Sevilla 4-2 on Sunday to finish the year one point behind leader Atletico Madrid. Mbappé sent a right-footed shot into the upper corner for his fourth goal in as many matches with Madrid in all competitions. …

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Premier League 2024/25: Maresca pleased with Chelsea performance despite Everton draw
17 hours, 3 minutes ago

Premier League 2024/25: Maresca pleased with Chelsea performance despite Everton draw

The Hindu  

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca was more pleased with his side’s performance in its 0-0 draw at Everton on Sunday than the previous week’s 2-1 win against Brentford as he hailed their fighting spirit in a fierce contest at Goodison Park. Both teams had good chances to win the game in difficult, windy conditions, but the goalkeepers made crucial saves and …

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John Wall gives broadcasting a try, while still holding out hope for one more NBA shot
17 hours, 46 minutes ago

John Wall gives broadcasting a try, while still holding out hope for one more NBA shot

Associated Press  

ORLANDO, Fla. — John Wall was at the G League Winter Showcase last year, trying out, hoping to get back in the game. “I’m always going to critique myself,” Wall said. “They’re like, ‘Shut up and let us watch,’” Wall said. “You do all you can to take care of yourself, and injuries are still part of the game of …

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Premier League: Man United slumps 0-3 to Bournemouth; Wolves get the better of Foxes
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18 hours, 26 minutes ago

Premier League: Man United slumps 0-3 to Bournemouth; Wolves get the better of Foxes

The Hindu  

Bournemouth thrashed Manchester United 3-0 in the Premier League at a chilly Old Trafford on Sunday thanks to goals from Dean Huijsen, Justin Kluivert and Antoine Semenyo, climbing to fifth in the standings. Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes reacts after missing a chance to score against Bournemouth in the Premier League. The 27-year-old forward, who was at the stadium on Sunday …

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Man United loses 3-0 at home to Bournemouth for second straight season as Chelsea held by Everton
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18 hours, 59 minutes ago

Man United loses 3-0 at home to Bournemouth for second straight season as Chelsea held by Everton

Associated Press  

Manchester United was beaten 3-0 at home by Bournemouth for the second straight season in the Premier League to continue Ruben Amorim’s turbulent start at Old Trafford, while title-chasing Chelsea was held to a 0-0 draw at Everton on Sunday. However, a 0-0 draw ended the team’s eight-match winning run in all competitions and meant Liverpool could push four points …

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Manchester United hits Premier League low after conceding against Bournemouth
20 hours, 7 minutes ago

Manchester United hits Premier League low after conceding against Bournemouth

The Hindu  

Manchester United has conceded the 17 goals from set pieces in 2024, the side’s most in a single calendar year in the Premier League. In the 2024-25 season, the Red Devils have conceded nine goals from set pieces with only Wolverhampton Wanderers conceding more in the ongoing campaign. New manager Ruben Amorim took the blame for his side’s failure to …

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Premier League 2024-25: Gary Neville says Rashford’s career at Manchester United nearing ‘inevitable ending’
20 hours, 24 minutes ago

Premier League 2024-25: Gary Neville says Rashford’s career at Manchester United nearing ‘inevitable ending’

The Hindu  

Gary Neville believes Marcus Rashford is approaching the “inevitable ending” of his Manchester United career after the forward was again left out of the matchday squad on Sunday. Rashford was also omitted by new manager Ruben Amorim for last weekend’s 2-1 win at Manchester City and Thursday’s 4-3 League Cup quarterfinal loss at Tottenham. “It is getting to the point …

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Dybala gets Roma back on track in Serie A with 5-0 rout of Parma
21 hours, 35 minutes ago

Dybala gets Roma back on track in Serie A with 5-0 rout of Parma

Associated Press  

ROME — Paulo Dybala scored twice and set up another goal to get Roma back on track in Serie A with a comfortable 5-0 win over Parma on Sunday. The Argentine playmaker scored an early penalty and pounced on a rebound from Alexis Saelemaekers’ initial shot early in the second half to steer Roma to just its fifth league win …

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Stokes to miss Champions League but Root back in England squad
21 hours, 41 minutes ago

Stokes to miss Champions League but Root back in England squad

Associated Press  

LONDON — England cricket star Ben Stokes has been left out of the squad for the Champions Trophy in February and March next year because of injury. Stokes, England’s test captain, has not played a one-day international since the 2023 World Cup but said he was open to returning to the white-ball set-up following Brendon McCullum’s appointment as head coach …

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Bundesliga 2024-25: Schick nets four as Bayer Leverkusen thrash Freiburg 5-1; Mainz shocks Eintracht Frankfurt
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1 day, 7 hours ago

Bundesliga 2024-25: Schick nets four as Bayer Leverkusen thrash Freiburg 5-1; Mainz shocks Eintracht Frankfurt

The Hindu  

Bayer Leverkusen’s Patrik Schick scored four times and Florian Wirtz added another to hand the Bundesliga side a commanding 5-1 home win over Freiburg on Saturday as the defending champion picked up its fifth straight league victory. Wirtz doubled the lead with a close-range finish at the near post six minutes after the break before the visitor got on the …

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Man City crisis deepens after another loss and Arsenal closes gap on Liverpool
1 day, 10 hours ago

Man City crisis deepens after another loss and Arsenal closes gap on Liverpool

Deccan Chronicle  

Manchester City’s stunning slump deepened after losing to Aston Villa 2-1 in the Premier League on Saturday.Goals from Jhon Duran and Morgan Rogers at Villa Park consigned the four-time defending champion to a ninth defeat in 12 games in a season that is unravelling. They are not good,” Guardiola said.Third-placed Arsenal closed the gap on league leader Liverpool to three …

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Atletico Madrid snatch late win at Barca to top La Liga
1 day, 11 hours ago

Atletico Madrid snatch late win at Barca to top La Liga

New Indian Express  

BARCELONA: Atletico Madrid came from behind to snatch a last-gasp 2-1 victory over Barcelona and claim leadership of La Liga on Saturday. Pedri sent the Catalans ahead but second-half goals from Rodrigo De Paul and Alexander Sorloth helped Diego Simeone's side move three points clear at the top of the table, having played one match fewer than Barca. Hansi Flick's …

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Jesus double lifts Christmas spirits for five-star Arsenal
1 day, 11 hours ago

Jesus double lifts Christmas spirits for five-star Arsenal

New Indian Express  

LONDON: Mikel Arteta said the Premier League title race is "on" after his Arsenal side swept Crystal Palace aside 5-1 on Saturday to move just three points behind leaders Liverpool. Palace forward Ismaila Sarr, who had pulled his team level at 1-1, failed to make the most of two inviting opportunities early in the second half. A bullish Arteta said …

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Delhi SG Pipers' Rajkumar Pal aiming for Hockey India League spotlight
1 day, 11 hours ago

Delhi SG Pipers' Rajkumar Pal aiming for Hockey India League spotlight

India Today  

For Delhi SG Pipers' Rajkumar Pal, the journey over the past years in hockey has been sensational. Now, set to be part of the revamped Hockey India League, Rajkumar is hoping to make the spotlight his own with the Delhi SG Pipers. Rajkumar Pal interaction India Today: Let's start with the Hockey India League again. Rajkumar Pal: I think our …

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Wirtz, Schick star for Leverkusen in rout of Freiburg and keep pressure on Bayern
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1 day, 11 hours ago

Wirtz, Schick star for Leverkusen in rout of Freiburg and keep pressure on Bayern

New Indian Express  

BERLIN: Florian Wirtz starred and Patrik Schick scored four goals as Bayer Leverkusen routed Freiburg 5-1 on Saturday to keep the pressure on Bundesliga leader Bayern Munich over the winter break. Wirtz, who has yet to extend his Leverkusen contract, set up a hat trick for Schick and scored his seventh league goal of the season. Wirtz, who'd played Schick …

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Premier League 2024/25: Jesus strikes against Crystal Palace again as Arsenal closes gap with Liverpool
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1 day, 14 hours ago

Premier League 2024/25: Jesus strikes against Crystal Palace again as Arsenal closes gap with Liverpool

The Hindu  

Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus proved a thorn in Crystal Palace’s side once again as the Brazilian forward scored twice in a 5-1 win at Selhurst Park which put his side three points behind Premier League leader Liverpool on Saturday. Jesus netted a hat-trick as Arsenal beat Palace 3-2 in the League Cup quarterfinals on Wednesday having only scored once in his …

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