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Premier League prize money: How much each team earns from their final position The Premier League is set up for a thrilling end of the season with the title race and relegation places still to be decided – and millions remain on the line for each club. Manchester City, who are battling with Arsenal and Liverpool to win their fourth Premier League title in a row, earned a record £176.2 million for being crowned champions last season. That record figure City received was from the distribution of funds from the Premier League’s domestic and international TV rights deals. All 20…

‘Enough is enough’ – Marcus Rashford responds to abuse from Manchester United fans Marcus Rashford has hit out at the abuse he has suffered from Manchester United fans this season, insisting ‘enough is enough’ in a late-night post on social media. After notching up 30 goals in all competitions last season, Rashford has struggled to hit the same heights for United this season, scoring just eight goals so far this season. His bad form has been compounded by the team’s struggles, with Erik ten Hag’s side facing a battle to finish inside the top six after a topsy-turvy season. The…

Tottenham vs Arsenal: Latest team news, injury latest and predicted lineups Arsenal head to arch-rivals Tottenham in a north London derby that will have huge ramifications on the Premier League title race on Sunday. The Gunners have played four times since Spurs were last in action and while it has given Ange Postecoglou plenty of time to work with his squad on the pitch, he has also lost a key member of his starting XI in that period. Destiny Udogie will miss the rest of the season following surgery on his left quadriceps. He is expected to be sidelined for…

Kevin De Bruyne’s incredible header is being compared to Man Utd icon Kevin De Bruyne’s incredible header for Manchester City against Brighton is being compared to a goal scored by Manchester United icon Robin van Persie. De Bruyne opened the scoring for City on Thursday night as Pep Guardiola’s side defeated Brighton 4-0 to keep the pressure on Premier League leaders Arsenal. His remarkable diving header from 12 yards, after a cross from Kyle Walker, flew past Jason Steele and has already been likened to Van Persie’s World Cup heroics. United icon Van Persie scored a similar goal for the…

Jurgen Klopp’s verdict on Liverpool making Arne Slot his replacement Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has shared his verdict on the club making Arne Slot his replacement for when he leaves Anfield this summer. Dutch boss Slot confirmed on Thursday that Liverpool and Feyenoord are in negotiations and that he is keen to succeed Klopp for the 2024-25 season. Slot emerged as the frontrunner for the job after Xabi Alonso decided he wanted to stay at Bayer Leverkusen and he’s set to bring ‘crazy, sexy football’ to Liverpool. Liverpool academy coach Jay Spearing is confident Slot is a great fit while…

Five games to go: The fixtures that will decide the title race after Manchester City’s statement win The Premier League title race continues to thrill after some massive results this week, with a defeat for Liverpool seemingly all but extinguishing their hopes. Jurgen Klopp’s side were soundly beaten 2-0 by Merseyside rivals Everton at Goodison Park on Wednesday night, with the departing manager saying afterwards that his side are now relying on crises at Arsenal and Manchester City. That does not look likely, though, with the Gunners bouncing back from their Champions League exit against Bayern Munich to record back-to-back…

Pep Guardiola insists Liverpool are still in the title race after Manchester City thrash Brighton Liverpool can still beat Manchester City and Arsenal to the Premier League title, Pep Guardiola has boldly insisted. Guardiola’s City side moved closer to winning a fourth straight title after thrashing Brighton 4-0 on Thursday night. Goals from Kevin De Bruyne and Julian Alvarez, either side of a Phil Foden brace, sealed the three points in what was a very easy win at the Amex. As a result, Arsenal remain top of the table but City are now just a point behind with a game…

After Liverpool’s shocking loss to Everton last night, the Premier League title race now appears to be between Manchester City and Arsenal. A City win will take them into second place, just a point behind Arsenal, and still with a game to spare. 

For professional footballers, representing their country at the Euros stands as one of the highest honours. However, for some of Europe’s renowned talents, their dreams of Euro 2024 have turned into a nightmare due to injury, robbing them of the chance to participate in this summer’s spectacle set to kick off in Germany on June 14.

‘You don’t have the full facts’ – Ben White’s agent defends Arsenal star after England snub criticism The agent of Ben White has penned a passionate defence of the Arsenal star and says the public still don’t know the ‘full facts’ over his decision to decline an England call-up. White, 26, faced a backlash last month from pundits and England supporters after Gareth Southgate revealed he had made himself unavailable for selection for the national team. Various reports and rumours have emerged since regarding the reasons behind White’s England snub, with the defender believed to have had an ‘angry exchange’…

Rafael Nadal has hinted that he may miss the French Open due to injury but suggests it will not force him into retirement from tennis just yet.

Emma Raducanu has been slammed by pundits and ridiculed by fans after suffering an embarrassing defeat to qualifier Maria Lourdes Carle in Madrid.

Virgil van Dijk speaks out on Liverpool opening talks with Arne Slot to replace Jurgen Klopp Virgil van Dijk believes Arne Slot has the right ‘philosophy’ to succeed as Liverpool manager With Jurgen Klopp to step down at the end of the season, Liverpool have identified Slot as their no1 target to replace the German at Anfield. With the Dutchman eager to take the Premier League job at ‘all costs’, Liverpool are currently in negotiations over a compensation package with Feyenoord to prise him away from Rotterdam. Liverpool’s bid to mark Klopp’s departure with another Premier League title was dealt…

Wayne Rooney takes aim at Liverpool star over post-match comments after Everton defeat Wayne Rooney has criticised Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk over comments he made in his post-match interview following the Reds’ 2-0 defeat away to Merseyside rivals Everton. Jurgen Klopp’s side wilted at Goodison Park on Wednesday evening, with the Toffees’ physicality and directness causing all manner of problems for the Liverpool back-line. It was no surprise when Jarrad Branthwaite opened the scoring for the hosts midway through the first half and although Liverpool created – and spurned – a number of good chances, the game was put…

Jurgen Klopp downbeat on Liverpool’s title hopes and claims top-four finish isn’t guaranteed Jurgen Klopp is not optimistic about Liverpool’s chances of winning the Premier League title after a chastening 2-0 defeat away to Everton in the Merseyside derby on Wednesday night. The Reds struggled to handle the physicality and directness of Everton for large spells at Goodison Park and thought they had conceded an early penalty when Alisson brought down Dominic Calvert-Lewin, though the decision was reversed by VAR due to an offside offence. But the Toffees did get a breakthrough in the 27th minute, with Jarrad Branthwaite capitalising…

Ronnie O’Sullivan ‘not at his best’ despite dominating Jackson Page Ronnie O’Sullivan may have strolled into an 8-1 lead over Jackson Page in his World Snooker Championship opener, but former champion Ken Doherty felt he was not at his best. The Rocket knocked in breaks of 54, 56, 81, 122, 66 and 53 on his way to the huge lead over the Welshman. The 22-year-old did get to show off his talents in the one frame he did win, knocking in a mammoth break of 142. But Page’s chances of a huge upset appear to be long gone, with the…

Wolves issue statement after two Premier League players are arrested over rape allegation Wolves have denied that two members of their squad are the Premier League footballers who were arrested on suspicion of rape and assault over the weekend. The two players, both aged 19 and play for the same Premier League team, have been released on bail after being interviewed by police. It’s understood that the Premier League club have suspended both players, pending the outcome of a police investigation. ‘Officers have arrested two men following a report of a rape,’ a police spokesperson said.

The Premier League is back in action tonight with Liverpool seeking to go level on points with Arsenal at the top of the table. Man City (who have two games in hand) play on Thursday. Two wins for City will take them back to the top of the table.

Group of professional footballers ‘plan to come out as gay’ in days A group of male professional footballers in Germany are planning to come out as gay on the same day in May. According to German weekly newspaper Preußische Allgemeine Zeitung, several professional players across the nation are planning to come out on May 17 – the Friday before the final weekend of the Bundesliga season. May 17 is also a significant date as it is marked as the International Day Against Homophobia. It’s understood that all clubs involved are informed about the campaign, although the report claims that some…

Two Premier League footballers suspended by club after rape allegations Two Premier League footballers, both aged 19, have been suspended by their club after being arrested on suspicion of rape. The pair, who both play for the same club, were arrested over the weekend but on separate days. The first player was formally arrested on suspicion of assault and aiding and abetting a rape. He spent the night in prison, before being released on bail.

Rasmus Hojlund fell out with two Manchester United team-mates after complaining Bruno Fernandes wasn’t passing to him Manchester United forward Rasmus Hojlund fell out with two of his team-mates earlier this season after complaining that Bruno Fernandes was ignoring him on the pitch. The Dane joined the club in a £71million move from Atalanta last summer and he’s become a fans’ favourite for his spirited and energetic displays. While Hojlund’s goals tally of 13 in 37 appearances is respectable for a 21-year-old in his first season at the club, the Dane feels he should have scored more. Hojlund failed to…

Casemiro reveals Manchester United defender Harry Maguire played FA Cup win over Coventry City while injured Casemiro has revealed Manchester United defender Harry Maguire played in the FA Cup semi-final victory over Coventry City with an injury. United survived a huge scare to progress to the FA Cup final despite throwing away a three-goal lead at Wembley. Maguire scored either side of goals from Scott McTominay and Bruno Fernandes to put Manchester United in complete control, but Coventry produced a stirring fightback to take the tie to extra-time. Coventry were celebrating what they thought was a last-minute winner in extra-time…

Manchester United and INEOS have one major concern over sacking Erik ten Hag Erik ten Hag could avoid the sack as INEOS are reportedly concerned there is not a ‘stand-out candidate available’ to become Manchester United manager. All signs point to a new manager being in the Old Trafford dugout next season as the pressure continues to mount on Ten Hag following a difficult campaign. Champions League qualification is all but over and though they have reached the FA Cup final, their shocking capitulation in Sunday’s semi-final against Coventry highlighted United’s weaknesses under the Dutchman. Regardless of where they finish…

Phil Foden, 23, and girlfriend Rebecca Cooke are expecting third child Footballer Phil Foden and his girlfriend Rebecca Cooke have announced they are expecting their third child together. The Manchester City star, 23, and his childhood sweetheart Rebecca, thought to be 22, announced the happy news on their Instagram page with photos of their lavish baby shower. England squad regular Phil and Rebecca are already parents to five-year-old son Ronnie and one-year-old daughter, True. The couple, who met while at school, live together in a £2.85million five-bedroom property mansion in Prestbury, Cheshire – just a stone’s throw away from Wayne…

It’s been a busy weekend of football – with Chelsea beating Barcelona in the Champions League and other big matches across the Super League in action – including Arsenal playing in front of more than 42,000 people at the Emirates.