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Scott Parker illustrated: Burnley manager who puts his emotions in a sketchbook

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Scott Parker illustrated: manager who puts his emotions in a sketchbook

As curtain goes up on new Premier League passion play, the Burnley manager tells Gary Jacob how he is coping with the pressures of being in the top flight again

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August 15, 2025 at 4:13 PM

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After Glasner comments how can Crystal Palace turn their summer around?

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How can Crystal Palace turn their summer around?

Uncertainty about European spot has left club in limbo and with number of unresolved issues, including threat of losing Marc Guéhi and Eberechi Eze

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August 9, 2025 at 7:26 AM

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Oliver Glasner hints at Crystal Palace exit after summer of frustration

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Oliver Glasner hints at Crystal Palace exit after summer of frustration

Manager wants a bigger squad to be competitive in Europe and says he could ‘have the same fate’ as captain Marc Guéhi, with both in the final year of their contracts

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August 8, 2025 at 5:13 PM

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Arsenal add Morgan Rogers to list of attacking targets

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Arsenal add Morgan Rogers to list of attacking targets

Any deal to acquire the versatile England midfielder from Aston Villa would be costly, while Igor Paixão is an alternative to Nico Williams and Leroy Sané

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June 5, 2025 at 2:52 PM

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Big summer for Graham Potter and West Ham after slow start. Paquetá case, Kudus future and selling to buy… www.thetimes.com/article/1e3c...

Make-or-break summer for Graham Potter after slow start at West Ham

Though head coach still has the goodwill of supporters, he needs potentially disruptive and painful reset that could involve 15 players leaving the club

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April 25, 2025 at 5:57 PM

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Crystal Palace Daniel Muñoz: from tough streets of Medellin to mixing with ultras

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Daniel Muñoz: from tough streets of Medellin to mixing with ultras

Relentless attitude of Colombian, who James Rodriguez hailed as ‘the best full back in the world’, will be crucial if Crystal Palace are to overcome Aston Villa and reach FA Cup final

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April 24, 2025 at 2:05 PM

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Declan Rice now has confidence to back talent every coach at West Ham and Arsenal has seen in him

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Declan Rice now has confidence to back talent every coach has seen in him

Dominance of display against Real Madrid felt like new territory for self-effacing midfielder – but his former manager David Moyes was not surprised to see him rise to the occasion

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April 10, 2025 at 7:17 AM

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Yellow Crocs! Pink suits! Rugby shirts! Ahead of his new blockbuster exhibition, we explain why the artist continues to be a darling of the fashion set

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David Hockney: still a fashion icon at 87

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March 16, 2025 at 6:31 PM

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As the footballer’s doctors go on trial over his death in 2023, the World Cup winner’s legacy lives on

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How Diego Maradona became a symbol of protest for millions

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March 16, 2025 at 6:02 PM

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Peter Withe, Nigel Spink and Tony Morley reminisce about Aston Villa’s 1982 European Cup triumph and contrast with today’s team who are one step from quarter-final. “1982 heroes were 100 per cent better than this Aston Villa team”

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‘Our 1982 heroes were 100 per cent better than this Aston Villa team’

As Unai Emery’s side seek to emulate European Cup winners, three of them, Tony Morley, Peter Withe and Nigel Spink, reflect on then and now with extraordinary frankness

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March 10, 2025 at 10:37 AM

Gary Jacob

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Peter Withe, Nigel Spink and Tony Morley reminisce about Aston Villa’s 1982 European Cup triumph and contrast with today’s team who are one step from quarter-final. “1982 heroes were 100 per cent better than this Aston Villa team”

www.thetimes.com/article/f363...

‘Our 1982 heroes were 100 per cent better than this Aston Villa team’

As Unai Emery’s side seek to emulate European Cup winners, three of them, Tony Morley, Peter Withe and Nigel Spink, reflect on then and now with extraordinary frankness

www.thetimes.com

March 10, 2025 at 10:37 AM

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Arsenal’s most lethal weapon this season, the corner, no longer as potent since Bukayo Saka’s injury
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Bukayo Saka’s injury denies Arsenal their most lethal weapon — his corners

Firepower, speed and an inspirational left winger could make difference for future title challenges, plus having England man fit again to deliver at set pieces

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February 28, 2025 at 7:18 AM

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Arsenal’s most lethal weapon this season, the corner, no longer as potent since Bukayo Saka’s injury
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Bukayo Saka’s injury denies Arsenal their most lethal weapon — his corners

Firepower, speed and an inspirational left winger could make difference for future title challenges, plus having England man fit again to deliver at set pieces

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February 28, 2025 at 7:01 AM

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Arsenal’s in-tray …. contracts of star players, appointing a sporting director, elite signings, injuries, disciplinary record….
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Could Arsenal sell William Saliba to shed ‘nearly men’ tag?

Philippe Coutinho’s exit was a catalyst for Liverpool’s first title in 30 years. With Mikel Arteta’s side set to come up short again, they may have to try something similar

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February 25, 2025 at 7:55 AM

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Graham Potter offered West Ham job with Julen Lopetegui set to be sacked

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Graham Potter offered West Ham job with Julen Lopetegui set to be sacked

Former Chelsea head coach promised money to spend on new signings this month if he accepts contract at Premier League club until end of the season

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January 6, 2025 at 8:37 PM

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Arsenal v Newcastle: clash of the dark-arts specialists

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Arsenal v Newcastle: clash of the dark-arts specialists

Disruptive, time-wasting tactics and the trading of barbs between managers Mikel Arteta and Eddie Howe have added spice to Carabao Cup semi-final tie

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January 6, 2025 at 2:17 PM

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Five-star Liverpool continue relentless away form against West Ham

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Five-star Liverpool continue relentless away form against West Ham

West Ham United 0 Liverpool 5: Luis Díaz, Cody Gakpo, Mohamed Salah, Trent-Alexander Arnold and Diogo Jota all on target as Arne Slot’s side go eight points clear

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December 30, 2024 at 12:22 AM

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How Bill Foley has propelled Bournemouth to such dizzy heights

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How Bill Foley has propelled Bournemouth to such dizzy heights

Under the leadership of the American billionaire Bill Foley the club have made smart decisions on and off the pitch and are now dreaming of Europe

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December 29, 2024 at 11:16 AM

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Arsenal 0 Everton 0: 13 shots, 77% possession – but Arsenal still fail to break Everton down

Mikel Arteta’s side drop points in successive weekends as they spurn early chances and run out of ideas against dogged defence

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