Ben Mountain
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Low budgets, criticism, lack of authority: The role of Kick It Out is the most thankless in football, yet one of the most important
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BLACK HISTORY MONTH David to the Goliath of discrimination in football, for 30 years the organisation has tirelessly battled boycotts, controversies and misconceptions
‘Push-ups in the shower and 2am saunas’: Former teammate reveals secrets behind Cristiano Ronaldo’s success
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Cristiano Ronaldo’s former Portugal teammate has shone a light on how the 39-year-old has sustained his motivation
WATCH: Cristiano Ronaldo in TEARS after Euro 2024 shock
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Cristiano Ronaldo was left in floods of tears after missing an extra-time penalty
Manchester United hold ‘positive talks’ with Copa America star as transfer gains traction: report
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Manchester United are edging closer to a deal for a sought-after Uruguay international
Slovenia fans mock Cristiano Ronaldo and hold up ‘Messi’ shirts – BEFORE Portugal captain's penalty miss
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The travelling Slovenia support made sure to enjoy their Euro 2024 clash with Cristiano Ronaldo’s laboured Portugal
Surprise Euros hero issues warning to Premier League clubs before potential transfer
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Georgia’s Giorgi Mamardashvili has made his demands clear amidst links with the Premier League this summer
Revealed: Why Kylian Mbappe celebrated in Jan Vertonghen’s face after France v Belgium own goal
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Belgium were sent home after a Jan Vertonghen own goal against France – but why did Kylian Mbappe target the defender with his celebration?
Chelsea confirm THIRD summer signing – addressing major problem
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Chelsea have further bolstered their squad for 2024/25, adding a wonderkid from Barcelona to fix a major positional issue
Euro 2024: Who are the BBC commentators for Portugal vs Slovenia?
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Portugal will look to bounce back from a humiliating defeat when they take on a history-making Slovenia side at the Euros but who are the BBC commentators for Portugal vs Slovenia?
Manchester United star to wear bizarre shirt number? Kit reveal hints at drastic change
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Manchester United shared their 2024/25 home kit on Monday – but the reveal suggested a bizarre number change for one star
Euro 2024: Who is the referee and VAR for Portugal vs Slovenia?
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Who is the referee and VAR for Portugal vs Slovenia as the Group F winners Group C's third place side?
Jurgen Klopp names Euro 2024 winner – and it’s not Germany
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Ex-Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has revealed his favourites to win Euro 2024, putting Germany behind another tournament rival
Euro 2024: Gareth Southgate’s best man defends England boss before Slovakia clash
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EXCLUSIVE England manager Gareth Southgate has been defended by closest friend, Bromley boss Andy Woodman, ahead of the Three Lions' last-16 clash against Slovakia at Euro 2024
Did Arsenal just lose tens of millions of pounds at Euro 2024?
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Arsenal suffer a major transfer setback as a star player sustains a potentially serious injury at Euro 2024
Euro 2024 predictor isn't an octopus, a pig or a parakeet, it's a... vegetable
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A fortune teller has delivered a 'foolproof' prediction method for England’s Euros chances in truly unconventional style…
WATCH: Scotland national anthem before Switzerland at Euro 2024 won’t be beaten this tournament
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The Scottish players and fans belted out ‘Flower of Scotland’ before facing Switzerland
Are there female referees at Euro 2024?
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Officials come under the spotlight whenever they step onto the pitch – never more so than at major tournaments. But are there female referees at Euro 2024?
German FA rewards Julian Nagelsmann after strong Euros start
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Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann was celebrating more than just victory against Hungary on Wednesday night
Why do Hungary wear two crests on their shirts: Revealed
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The Hungary kit has earned praise for its simple, old-fashioned style with an eye-catching difference – but the Magyars aren’t alone
Why do Croatia fans wear water polo caps when watching football
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Eagle-eyed observers might have noticed a bizarre tradition among fans
Euro 2024 police make controversial England vs Denmark call despite praise for fans, but there's better news about the beer
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England fans have been praised for their behaviour at Euro 2024 but will be closely watched by German police for Denmark game
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