4 h. ago Michael Oliver in spotlight again as Granit Xhaka slams decision to award Bayern penalty

Michael Oliver took charge of the all-German clash between Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League on Wednesday, awarding the home side a controversial penalty

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16 h. ago Liverpool receive points deduction threat as Man United and Man City watch on

Arne Slot has been banned for two Premier League matches after criticising Michael Oliver during Liverpool's 2-2 draw with Everton.

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32 h. ago Wednesday’s briefing: Arsenal hit seven as Aston Villa also win in Europe

Arsenal all but secured their place in the Champions League quarter-finals with a 7-1 win at PSV Eindhoven.

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40 h. ago Liverpool told how points deduction could follow after Arne Slot clash with Michael Oliver

Liverpool manager Arne Slot is serving a two-match ban following a clash with referee Michael Oliver at the end of the recent Premier League draw away at Everton

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41 h. ago Arne Slot makes promise as Liverpool boss responds to FA claims and Michael Oliver

Liverpool face Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on Wednesday night but, at Tuesday night's pre-match press conference, Arne Slot didn't shy away from questions over his alleged X-rated rant at referee Michael Oliver at the end of the Merseyside derby

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44 h. ago Arne Slot has different version of events to Michael Oliver in X

Liverpool boss Arne Slot unleashed a foul-mouthed rant towards referee Michael Oliver after last month's Merseyside derby, but the pair have different accounts of what was said

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46 h. ago Slot said to have told referee Oliver: ‘If we don’t win the league, I’ll blame you’

Detail revealed over Liverpool head coach’s touchline banSlot had angry words with Oliver after draw at EvertonArne Slot is said to have told the referee Michael Oliver after Liverpool’s draw at Everton last month: “If we don’t win the league, I’ll fucking blame you.”The allegation, made by Oliver and supported by the Football Association, was revealed in the written reasons related to the case that led to Liverpool’s head coach receiving a two-game touchline ban. Continue reading...

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46 h. ago Premier League make Michael Oliver decision following Crystal Palace outrage

Premier League referee Michael Oliver came in for criticism following his initial inaction as Jean-Philippe Mateta was injured by a challenge in Crystal Palace's win over Millwall

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46 h. ago 'I'll f****** blame you' – what Liverpool boss Arne Slot said to referee after dramatic Merseyside derby revealed

The Dutchman angrily confronted Michael Oliver after James Tarkowski's last gasp equaliser in last ever Goodison derby

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49 h. ago Premier League confirm Man United appointment as Michael Oliver decision made after controversy

Manchester United taken on Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday

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5 d. ago Fifa’s Gianni Infantino defends ‘crucial’ relationship with Donald Trump

Fifa president focused on success of 2026 World CupDefends decision to give 2034 event to Saudi ArabiaGianni Infantino has defended his relationship with Donald Trump, saying proximity to the US president is “absolutely crucial” to the success of the 2026 World Cup.Fifa’s president also defended the decision to award Saudi Arabia the World Cup in 2034 in rare remarks to the media while attending the International Football Association Board (Ifab) AGM in Belfast. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Arne Slot banned for abusing referee Michael Oliver after Liverpool’s chaotic derby draw with Everton

Slot’s assistant manager Sipke Hulshoff has also been banned while both Liverpool and Everton have been fined for failing to control their players and staff in the aftermath of a wild Merseyside derby

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1 week ago Michael Owen and Alan Shearer reach agreement after 'embarrassing' Man Utd VAR drama

Manchester United's entertaining 2-2 draw with Everton was overshadowed by a controversial decision in which referee Andy Madley overturned his decision to award the Toffees a late penalty

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1 week ago Everton star breaks ranks to call out referee Andy Madley after Man Utd controversy

Everton were denied the chance to earn a thrilling win over Manchester United after referee Andy Madley overturned his decision to award the Toffees a stoppage-time penalty

Politics

1 week ago Minister dismisses call to award wartime SAS hero Paddy Mayne a posthumous Victoria Cross

Defence minister Lord Coaker has rejected appeals to reverse a decision to deny Britain's highest gallantry award to Lieutenant-Colonel Blair 'Paddy' Mayne (pictured).

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1 week ago Former PGMOL chief has his say on Man United vs Everton controversy

The latest Manchester United news as a respected former referee has given a clear verdict on the decision to overturn a decision to award Everton a late penalty.

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1 week ago Bruno Fernandes offers verdict on Everton penalty as he confirms reason for overturn

Referee Andy Madley overturned his decision to award Everton a late penalty against Manchester United, with Red Devils skipper Bruno Fernandes backing the controversial move

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1 week ago Which team does Michael Oliver support? Premier League referee’s allegiances and background

Learn about Premier League referee Michael Oliver’s favourite team, net worth, his personal life and one of the biggest controversies involving the English official

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1 week ago Arne Slot and Liverpool assistant accept FA charge and set to face touchline ban

Arne Slot and his assistant Spike Hulshoff were charged by the FA after confronting referee Michael Oliver following Liverpool's 2-2 draw with Everton and will now be anticipating their punishment, with a touchline ban likely for both men

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2 w. ago Bayern Munich icon trolls Celtic with penalty box barb and delivers scathing verdict on Champions League tie

German expert not expecting a shock in Bavaria

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