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Swindon captain Clarke banned for 'highly violating' act on opponents
Swindon captain Ollie Clarke committed "highly violating and intentional foul play" on two opponents' "private body parts" during a game against Cardiff City, according to a disciplinary report.
Published 4 hours ago on BBC Football
Man City make move for Anderson - Tuesday's gossip
Manchester City are keen on England international Elliot Anderson, Bayern Munich continue chase for Marc Guehi and Roma agree deal for Aston Villa's Donyell Malen.
Published 46 minutes ago on BBC Football
Cascarino denied WSL debut because of earring
West Ham's new signing Estelle Cascarino was denied a chance to make her Women's Super League debut because of an earring.
Published 3 hours ago on BBC Football
Why Alonso's reign is over at Real Madrid
After Xabi Alonso's departure as Real Madrid manager, Spanish football expert Guillem Balague looks into where it all went wrong.
Published 3 hours ago on BBC Football
Cancelo set to return to Barcelona on loan
Barcelona are set to announce the signing of former Manchester City defender Joao Cancelo on loan until the end of the season.
Published 4 hours ago on BBC Football
Macclesfield to host Brentford in FA Cup fourth round - see full draw
Sixth-tier Macclesfield are rewarded with a home tie against Brentford in the FA Cup fourth round after their shock win over holders Crystal Palace.
Published 4 hours ago on BBC Football
Is Michael Carrick the right man for Man Utd?
Michael Carrick is favourite to be named Man United's next interim manager. Simon Stone assesses if he is the right fit for the job.
Published 4 hours ago on BBC Football
Villa and Spurs hold talks for Atletico's Gallagher
Aston Villa and Tottenham are holding talks over a move for Atletico Madrid midfielder Conor Gallagher this month.
Published 5 hours ago on BBC Football
Carrick would bring spirit of Man Utd back - Rooney
Wayne Rooney discusses Michael Carrick’s potential role as Manchester United caretaker and whether he’d join the coaching staff.
Published 5 hours ago on BBC Football
Carrick or Solskjaer? Rooney reveals who should take over at Man Utd
Wayne discusses whether it should be Michael Carrick or Solskjaer in charge at Man Utd.
Published 5 hours ago on BBC Football
Manager Alonso leaves Real Madrid after eight months
Xabi Alonso leaves his position as Real Madrid manager after just eight months in charge.
Published 5 hours ago on BBC Football
| Premier League Results Thursday 8th January 2026 | ||
| Arsenal | 0 - 0 | Liverpool |
| Premier League Fixtures Saturday 17th January 2026 | ||
| Chelsea | v | Brentford |
| Leeds | v | Fulham |
| Liverpool | v | Burnley |
| Man Utd | v | Man City |
| Nottm Forest | v | Arsenal |
| Sunderland | v | Palace |
| Tottenham | v | West Ham |
| Premier League Table | ||||
| Pos | Team | Pld | GD | Pts |
| 1 | Arsenal | 21 | 26 | 49 |
| 2 | Man City | 21 | 26 | 43 |
| 3 | Aston Villa | 21 | 9 | 43 |
| 4 | Liverpool | 21 | 4 | 35 |
| 5 | Brentford | 21 | 7 | 33 |