22 h. ago FIFA warned of potential legal action over controversial Cristiano Ronaldo decision

Cristiano Ronaldo is free to play in the World Cup next summer after FIFA suspended his red card punishment - but Portugal's rivals could yet take the legal route to overturn that decision

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22 h. ago FIFA at risk of World Cup legal battle after Cristiano Ronaldo's controversial red card reprieve as nations ponder Court of Arbitration case

EXCLUSIVE - MIKE KEEGAN: FIFA could face legal action following their controversial decision to suspend Cristiano Ronaldo's ban and allow him to play in Portugal's first two World Cup games.

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24 h. ago Football Daily | Cristiano Ronaldo gets called back from the Naughty Step in the nick of time

Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now!It is measure of just how much more shameless and obsequious Fifa has become under the presidency of Gianni Infantino that news of its decision to unsuspend Cristiano Ronaldo from Portugal’s first two group games at next year’s Geopolitics World Cup has been greeted with little more than an amused, weary eye-roll at the brass neckery of it all. Issued with a straight red card for violent conduct during a defeat at the hands of the Republic of Ireland, the preening Portuguese showpony was issued with a standard three-match ban, the first game of which he spent on the Naughty Step during his side’s subsequent 9-1 demolition of Armenia. His was an absence that didn’t so much make the heart grow fonder, as the team grow in stature and confidence.Surely the benchmark for ‘lamping’ your teammate (yesterday’s Football Daily) was set in January 1979 by ‘Killer Hales’ and Mike ‘Flash’ Flanagan at the Valley. Without the benefit of today’s ar...

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30 h. ago Cristiano Ronaldo has escaped a World Cup ban and no one is surprised

There is no real precedent for Fifa’s decision to suspended the final two games of Ronaldo’s three-game ban but the World Cup was never going to begin without its biggest star, writes Jamie Braidwood

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34 h. ago Football’s fight club: which players have fallen out on the pitch with a teammate? | The Knowledge

Plus: long waits to play at a World Cup, champions being thrashed and title-winners with a negative goal differenceMail us with your questions and answers“Idrissa Gueye’s red card for slapping Michael Keane at Old Trafford made me wonder – which other players have put hands on a teammate during a game?” asks Conor Humphries.We covered this in a question back in 2004 – but 21 years is a long time in football, never mind intersquad violence, so it’s due an upgrade. First, a brief summary of those we mentioned in the 2004 article. Continue reading...

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41 h. ago Estêvão’s delight at ‘perfect night’ after Chelsea teenager helps see off Barcelona

Own goal and red card contribute to Blues’ 3-0 victoryBrazilian hails ‘the most special moment of my career’Estêvão Willian relished the biggest night of his short career after powering Chelsea to a 3-0 victory against Barcelona in the Champions League with a special solo goal.The 18-year-old Brazilian struggled to make sense of his emotions after a special night at Stamford Bridge. Estêvão, who joined Chelsea from Palmeiras for £52m last summer, convincingly won his battle with Barca’s Lamine Yamal and stole the limelight when he put Enzo Maresca’s side 2-0 up early in the second half. Continue reading...

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42 h. ago Cristiano Ronaldo avoids World Cup ban via Fifa statement after Donald Trump visit

Cristiano Ronaldo was shown a red card for violent conduct against Ireland after elbowing Ipswich Town defender Dara O'Shea in Portugal's World Cup qualifier - but he won't miss premiere tournament

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48 h. ago Cristiano Ronaldo discovers World Cup fate as FIFA confirm ban for red card

Cristiano Ronaldo was sent off during Portugal's defeat to Republic of Ireland during qualifying - a dismissal which could have seen the legendary forward missed matches at the World Cup

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53 h. ago Idrissa Gueye sending off explained after fighting with Everton teammate

Gueye has issued a public apology after he became the first Premier League player to be sent off for fighting with a teammate since 2008

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53 h. ago Idrissa Gueye applauded by Everton teammates after apologising for Michael Keane slap

Gueye addressed players following 1-0 win at Old TraffordEverton could now be without midfielder until new yearIdrissa Gueye received a round of applause from the Everton squad after apologising for his extraordinary red card in Monday’s victory at Manchester United.The midfielder became the first Premier League player to be dismissed for striking a team-mate in 17 years when slapping Michael Keane at Old Trafford. Everton’s performed heroically with 10 men for 85 minutes, stoppage time included, to hand David Moyes his first win at Old Trafford as a visiting manager in 18 attempts and deliver only the club’s second victory at United in 33 years. Continue reading...

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53 h. ago David Moyes ‘quite likes’ Everton infighting after Idrissa Gueye sent off for slapping team

Gueye was shown a straight red card for slapping Michael Keane but Kirenan Dewsbury-Hall’s goal secured an unlikely 1-0 victory for David Moyes and the 10-man visitors

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54 h. ago Idrissa Gueye issues public apology after seeing red for slapping Everton team

Gueye was sent off for slapping team-mate Michael Keane against Manchester United

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57 h. ago How Idrissa Gueye’s moment of madness inspired David Moyes’ Old Trafford revenge

Manchester United 0-1 Everton: A spirited David Moyes won at Old Trafford in the Premier League for the first time as an away manager – and the ridiculous red card made it all the greater a night for the Toffees

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57 h. ago Idrissa Gueye sending off explained after fighting with Everton team

Gueye has issued a public apology after he become the first Premier League player to be sent off for fighting with a team-mate since 2008

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57 h. ago Amad's role in bizarre Everton red card vs Man United revealed

Manchester United's five game unbeaten run was ended by 10-man Everton at Old Trafford on Monday night.

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57 h. ago Watch ridiculous moment women’s football star is sent off for spiking rival on her head with JUDO move

A WOMEN’S football star was sent off for spiking a rival on her head with a judo move. The horrifying incident occurred during last night’s League Cup clash between Leicester and Crystal Palace. A heated battle saw the Eagles come out on top in a 3-0 win. Goals from Kirsty Howat, Justine Vanhaevermaet and Annabel...

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58 h. ago What was said in Everton dressing room after 'mad' red card vs Man United

Everton went down to 10 men after Idrissa Gueye was sent off for slapping Michael Keane against Manchester United.

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59 h. ago Ruben Amorim makes shock admission about Everton red card incident vs Manchester United

Everton went down to 10 men early in the first half against Man Utd but still managed to claim a 1-0 win.

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64 h. ago Everton star Idrissa Gueye breaks silence after slapping teammate in Man Utd win

Idrissa Gueye was sent off for slapping his Everton team-mate Michael Keane just 13 minutes into the Premier League clash against Manchester United at Old Trafford

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65 h. ago How Everton showed the right ‘fight’ after Idrissa Gueye’s moment of madness

Manchester United 0-1 Everton: A spirited David Moyes won at Old Trafford in the Premier League for the first time as an away manager - and the ridiculous red card made it all the greater a night for the Toffees

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