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Women’s FA Cup fourth round: Chelsea win in extra time, Spurs complete comeback & United silence large travelling crowd Women’s football has returned, with this weekend seeing teams back in action for the fourth round of the FA Cup. Chelsea need extra time to beat Hammers Chelsea 3-1 West Ham  In a thrilling fourth-round FA Cup clash, Chelsea, the reigning champions, faced a tough challenge against West Ham, ultimately securing a 3-1 victory in extra time. Mia Fishel’s equaliser and goals from Erin Cuthbert and Sjoeke Nusken sealed the win after trailing due to Viviane Asseyi’s early shock opener. Chelsea…

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Best Fifa Awards winners to be announced on Monday in London ceremony Get ready for football’s grand night as The Best Fifa Football Awards roll into London on Monday, January 15. The spotlight is on the top players, with Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe, and Lionel Messi vying for the coveted men’s player award, while Aitana Bonmati, Linda Caicedo, and Jennifer Hermoso shine as the women’s contenders. The winners, decided by a mix of votes from national team players, captains, journalists, and fans on Fifa’s website, each contributing 25%, will be revealed. The awards include best coach and goalkeeper for both…

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Israel footballer in Turkey facing sack for hostage plea Israeli footballer Sagiv Jehezkel is at the centre of controversy in Turkey after he displayed solidarity with hostages taken in the October 7 Hamas attacks during a goal celebration. Jehezkel raised a bandaged hand that read “100 days. 7/10.” The footballer plays for the Turkish team Antalyaspor.  Turkey accused Jehezkel of supporting “Israel’s massacre in Gaza.” However, the player insists he is not “pro-war,” while Israel accuses Turkey of hypocrisy. Jehezkel was briefly detained and released pending trial on charges of “publicly inciting the public to hatred and hostility.” Turkey’s Minister…

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Smiling, sex, & chocolate… 11 ways to beat the Blue Monday blues on the most depressing day of the year The Sun says TODAY is Blue Monday — the most depressing day of the year. It is when a combination of cold weather, the post-Christmas comedown, piling debt and growing guilt over failed New Year’s resolutions hits us all where it hurts. When we smile our brain releases endorphins and other natural painkillers such as serotonin. These hormones make us feel good and help us relax. Contrary to common belief, you don’t have to be on the receiving end of…

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