23 h. ago Erik ten Hag sacked by Bayer Leverkusen after just three matches

Leverkusen took one point from first two league gamesChief executive: ‘A parting of ways at this stage is painful’Erik ten Hag has been sacked by Bayer Leverkusen after just three matches in charge. He was appointed as Xabi Alonso’s successor in May after the Bundesliga-winning coach left for Real Madrid.The former Manchester United manager was dismissed on Monday morning following Leverkusen’s 3-3 draw with Werder Bremen on Saturday. Leverkusen surrendered two late goals, including a 94th-minute equaliser, despite Niklas Stark’s second-half red card for Bremen. Continue reading...

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43 h. ago Women's rugby league player is sent off for allegedly asking a referee a shocking X

A women's Super League star was shown a red card on Saturday after the player allegedly made an inappropriate comment to a referee.

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3 d. ago Alexander Isak's telling reaction when Alan Shearer confronted him with contract question

Alexander Isak has been at the centre of a transfer saga this summer, with the striker refusing to play for Newcastle as he looks to force through a move to Liverpool

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4 d. ago Aberdeen undone by cruel penalty and red card but avoid Rangers

Dons drop into Conference League after defeat by FCSB

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5 d. ago Alexander Isak named in Sweden squad as Newcastle striker pushes to join Liverpool

The striker remains on self-imposed exile with Newcastle but will play for his country next month

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7 d. ago Who can Newcastle play up front? Six striker options following Anthony Gordon red card

Anthony Gordon’s three-game suspension puts more strain on Eddie Howe’s striker options

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7 d. ago Anthony Gordon pens grovelling statement on Liverpool red card as Alan Shearer feelings clear

Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon has issued a grovelling statement after being shown a red card for a reckless challenge on Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk on Monday night

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7 d. ago Anthony Gordon issues statement on Liverpool red card as Alan Shearer makes feelings clear

Anthony Gordon's foul on Virgil van Dijk was upgraded from a yellow card to red by VAR in the first half of Newcastle's dramatic 3-2 loss to Liverpool on Monday at St James' Park

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7 d. ago Howe says he wants ‘players who are committed to Newcastle’ after defeat by Liverpool

Newcastle owners met with on-strike Alexander IsakManager wants ‘clarity’ quickly over forward’s futureEddie Howe said he was investing all his energy in players “who want to play for Newcastle” after his side were sent to a stunning defeat by the 16-year-old substitute Rio Ngumoha’s ­100th-minute winner for Liverpool.Howe, whose 10-man team had fought back to level at 2-2 after Anthony Gordon’s first-half red card, claimed to be unaware of a last-ditch bid by the club’s owners to persuade Alexander Isak to abandon his one-man strike. Continue reading...

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7 d. ago Virgil van Dijk reveals impact of Anthony Gordon’s red card challenge

The striker was sent off at the end of the first half for a dangerous tackle on Virgil van Dijk

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7 d. ago Premier League issue explanation as Anthony Gordon sent off by VAR in Liverpool clash

Anthony Gordon was shown a straight red card for a challenge on Virgil van Dijk, with VAR intervening after referee Simon Hooper initially showed him a yellow card

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8 d. ago East Kilbride boss blasts 'ridiculous' Robertson red card and tells officials to stop 'creating stories'

The Kilby boss was far from happy after seeing his key man dismissed in a 3-2 win over Stirling Albion

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9 d. ago Julia Schell scores six tries as Canada thrash Fiji in Women’s Rugby World Cup

Pool B: Canada 65-7 FijiImpressive Canada score 11 tries in ominous displayCanada are quietly going about their business as the dark horses of this World Cup with eyes firmly on the hosts, England, and defending champions New Zealand. The team may benefit from flying under the radar but it does not make them any less a contender for the trophy. The clinical nature of their opener against Fiji announced their arrival in England in style, particularly through the full-back Julia Schell who was spectacular in the second half as she scored six tries in 21 minutes.The fact Canada are being overlooked by many does not correlate to recent results with wins against Australia and the USA and a draw against the Black Ferns at Pacific Four. They are also ranked as the No 2 side in the world so the 11-try result was not surprising in the hugely physical battle which also saw replacement Fiji prop Bulou Vasuturaga shown a red card for a high tackle after a bunker review. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Wayne Rooney furious over transfer saga – but Sir Alex Ferguson looked the other way

Alexander Isak's bitter transfer saga rumbles on, with the Newcastle United striker supposedly refusing to play for the club, and his approach hasn't impressed Manchester United icon Wayne Rooney

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1 week ago Brentford vs Aston Villa Premier League prediction, odds and betting offer

Brentford chase first win under Keith Andrews as Aston Villa visit after a battling draw and Ezri Konsa’s red card

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1 week ago Who is the referee for St Mirren v Rangers? Official who gave 'laughable' red card confirmed plus VAR details

Who is the referee for St Mirren v Rangers on Sunday?

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1 week ago Yoane Wissa: Keith Andrews hints wantaway Brentford striker could play as Newcastle rumours rumble on

Congolese international missed opening game of the season

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3 w. ago Alexander Isak's 'Newcastle career over' as Liverpool target 'won't play for club again'

Alexander Isak is adamant 'he will not play for Newcastle again' as the Sweden striker looks to force through a British record transfer to Liverpool before the deadline

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3 w. ago Nasser Djiga out of Rangers vs Celtic as dreaded derby scenario unfolds after unwanted record

The Burkina Faso international was shown a red card at Ibrox and misses the next league game - not until the visit of Celtic

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3 w. ago Liverpool: Why is Ryan Gravenberch not banned for Community Shield clash after red card vs Crystal Palace?

Reds midfielder has a suspension hanging over his head

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