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A warrior touched by tragedy - Terry Yorath obituary

08.01.2026 08:25
Former Wales captain and manager Terry Yorath, who has died aged 75, had a glittering career, but his life was deeply affected by two tragedies.

What is Man Utd's 'DNA' and does it really matter?

08.01.2026 13:43
As Manchester United look for Ruben Amorim's successor, Phil McNulty asks if a club's so-called "DNA" is actually relevant?

'A gift I can't repay' - McDonald on playing with brother's kidney

08.01.2026 14:42
Five years after receiving a kidney from his brother, Exeter midfielder Kevin McDonald is preparing to face Manchester City in the FA Cup.

Mourinho makes Benfica players sleep at training ground

08.01.2026 13:35
Jose Mourinho takes his players to stay at Benfica's training ground after they lose against Braga in the League Cup semi-final.

'Young leader' Romero defended by under-fire Frank

08.01.2026 16:12
Tottenham head coach Thomas Frank defends captain Cristian Romero after he appeared to take aim at the club's hierarchy.

Ex-Premier League referee Coote given suspended sentence over child image offence

08.01.2026 11:56
Former football official David Coote is given a nine-month prison sentence, suspended for two years.

Injured Tottenham winger Kudus out until April

08.01.2026 15:12
Tottenham winger Mohammed Kudus is ruled out of action until after the international break in March.

What next for Arsenal's Nwaneri after season of frustration?

08.01.2026 11:52
Ethan Nwaneri had a breakout season last term - but the young Arsenal forward is in a fight for the game time needed to fulfil his promise.

The latest winning goals in Premier League history

08.01.2026 13:48
After Newcastle's stoppage-time victory over Leeds on Wednesday, BBC Sport lists the latest winners on record in the Premier League era.