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Watch VideoSouthampton sack manager Ivan Juric after Premier League relegation

Southampton have sacked manager Ivan Juric following their relegation from the Premier League in record time. After Sunday's 3-1 defeat to Tottenham, the Saints became the earliest team ever to be relegated with seven games still to play, surpassing previous records set by Derby and Huddersfield.

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Southampton relegated from Premier League in record time after Tottenham Hotspur defeat

Southampton's Premier League journey comes to a disheartening end as they are relegated in record time following a 3-1 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur.

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Watch VideoRuthless Arne Slot demands perfection from Liverpool in 'week of finals'

Arne Slot warns Liverpool must elevate their game to secure a Champions League quarter-final spot against PSG in a pivotal week of finals.

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Arne Slot urges against complacency as Liverpool prepare for 'three finals'

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has called for Anfield to become a cauldron of noise against Southampton, as his team faces a pivotal week in their pursuit of Premier League, Champions League and League Cup glory.

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Watch VideoManchester United and Tottenham Hotspur not too big to go down in a relegation battle

Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur face a precarious situation as their odds of relegation shorten. With both teams struggling in recent matches, can they turn their fortunes around before it's too late?

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Watch VideoRuben Amorim warns chaotic Manchester United to brace for 'rollercoaster' ride

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has issued a stark warning about the club's immediate future, predicting more turbulent times ahead despite a dramatic comeback victory against Southampton.

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Watch VideoAmad Diallo dazzles with 12-minute hat-trick as Man United stun Southampton

The Ivory Coast international Amad Diallo -- United's standout player this season -- levelled in the 82nd minute before putting the hosts ahead in the dying seconds of the 90 minutes.

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Watch VideoFive talking points at the midway point of the Premier League season

A season of unexpected twists has featured Nottingham Forest making an astonishing surge to second place, with Manchester United wallowing in the bottom half of the table.

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Liverpool host Foxes, Arsenal prepare for life without Saka

Christmas Premier League chart-toppers Liverpool are overwhelming favourites to see off struggling Leicester on Boxing Day.

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Watch VideoEnzo Maresca says high-flying Chelsea can 'dominate' English football

Chelsea face bottom-of-the table Southampton on Wednesday, while Liverpool have a testing trip to Newcastle and Arsenal host rejuvenated Manchester United.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Manchester City: Is Pep Guardiola’s age of domination coming to a rapid end?

It’s been one month since Manchester City last won a football match, and perhaps their age of domination had already come to an end for the champions of the English Premier League.

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WATCH: Jamie Carragher calls Mo Salah selfish after Liverpool contract comments

The 46-year-old Jamie Carragher who spent his entire 17-year career at Liverpool as he racked up 508 appearances and no Premier League titles, didn’t take kindly to the comments of Mohamed Salah.

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Mohamed Salah to the rescue as Liverpool beat Southampton to go clear at the top

Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah coolly netted the equaliser and then held his nerve to stroke home the late penalty that gave him 12 goals in all competitions this season.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Wolves end wait for Premier League win, Manchester City aim to snap losing streak

Wolves boss Gary O'Neil was under huge pressure to deliver after a 13-game winless run in the top-flight.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Erling Haaland winner against Southampton sends Manchester City top of Premier League

The win was enough to lift Pep Guardiola's Manchester City into first place, two points ahead of second placed Liverpool, who can regain pole position if they win Sunday's blockbuster clash with title rivals Arsenal.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Liverpool stay top of Premier League, Arsenal and Manchester City win

Arne Slot has now won nine of his first 10 games since succeeding Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool manager, but was frustrated that the visitors invited a late onslaught from the winless Eagles.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Even Antony scored . . . Manchester United hit Barnsley for seven in League Cup demolition

Erik ten Hag's raft of switches were no hindrance for Manchester United as they made a flying start in their bid to win the League Cup for the second time in three seasons.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Manchester United impress in easy win over Southampton

Manchester United had to ride out an early Southampton storm and the outcome could have been vastly different had Andre Onana not saved Cameron Archer's penalty at 0-0.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Southampton sign Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale

Southampton signed England goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale from Arsenal in a deal worth a reported £25 million ahead of Friday's transfer deadline.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Arsenal sink Wolves in flying start to Premier League title charge

Arsenal made a flying start to their bid to win the Premier League title as goals from Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka sealed a convincing victory against Wolves on Saturday.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Liverpool teen with Southern African roots Trey Nyoni makes FA Cup history

History was made on Wednesday evening when Trey Nyoni came on as a substitute for Liverpool’ to become the club’s youngest ever player in the FA Cup.

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WATCH: Arsenal legend Theo Walcott announces retirement from football at 34

Arsenal icon Theo Walcott has on Friday announced he has called time on his football career after 560 club appearances.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

TRANSFER WRAP: Will Harry Kane leave the Premier League when he’s so close to Alan Shearer’s record?

Will Harry Kane end up in the red of Bayern Munich or Manchester United? We give you a brief wrap of what’s happened in the current transfer window.

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Lunga Biyela|Published

Luton complete fairytale rise from dark days of fifth tier to Premier League

Luton Town's promotion bid hit a speed bump when Southampton prised away their beloved manager Nathan Jones earlier this season, but they have now returned the favour by taking the south-coast club's place in the Premier League.

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Manchester United close on Champions League return, Southampton relegated

Manchester United edged closer to a return to the Champions League next season with a 2-0 win over Wolves, while Southampton were relegated from the Premier League on Saturday.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published