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Chelsea's invincibles beat Manchester United in FA Cup final to clinch a historic treble

In a thrilling Women's FA Cup final, Chelsea secure a historic treble with a 3-0 victory over Manchester United, thanks to Sandy Baltimore's stellar performance.

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Watch VideoEnzo Maresca confident Chelsea can close gap to Liverpool

Enzo Maresca believes Chelsea can narrow the gap to Premier League champions Liverpool as they prepare for a crucial clash at Stamford Bridge. With ambitions for a top-five finish and Champions League qualification, can Chelsea rise to the challenge?

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Watch VideoChelsea's troubled season not a failure, insists Enzo Maresca

Can Enzo Maresca turn Chelsea's season around? The manager insists his first year has not been a failure despite criticism and a challenging Premier League campaign.

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Premier League giants eye South African teen sensation Camden Schaper

Discover Camden Schaper, the 13-year-old football prodigy from South Africa, who is capturing the attention of England's elite clubs after a remarkable season with Blackburn Rovers.

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Lunga Biyela|Published

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca gets one-match touchline ban

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca faces a one-match touchline ban after receiving three yellow cards, including one for his exuberant celebration of a last-minute goal against Fulham. This decision could impact Chelsea's Champions League aspirations as they prepare to face Everton at Stamford Bridge.

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EPL Wrap: Arsenal make Liverpool wait for title party, Chelsea beat Fulham

Arsenal's commanding 4-0 win over Ipswich keeps Liverpool waiting for their title celebrations, while Chelsea's late comeback against Fulham secures crucial points in the race for Champions League qualification.

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Watch VideoChelsea fans must 'trust' the process despite blip, says Enzo Maresca

Despite a challenging season that risks Chelsea's Champions League hopes, Enzo Maresca insists the team is on the right path and urges fans to remain patient.

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Three talking points from the Premier League weekend

The latest Premier League weekend served up thrilling actions and critical outcomes as teams approach the season's climax.

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Kevin De Bruyne says he will leave Man City at end of season

After nine trophy-laden years that transformed Manchester City into a dominant force in English football, Kevin De Bruyne has confirmed his departure at season's end.

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Watch VideoWitbooi driving Amajimbos' Under-17 Afcon campaign in Morocco

SA U17 star Emile Witbooi is already setting the spotlight alight in Morocco after impressive displays in their Afcon opener against Egypt on Monday night.

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Mihlali Baleka|Published

Watch VideoStruggling Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur make big Europa League last 16 splash

Bruno Fernandes' hat-trick propels Manchester United to a stunning 4-1 victory over Real Sociedad, while Tottenham Hotspur edges past AZ Alkmaar with a 3-2 aggregate win, securing their places in the next round of the Europa League.

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Former Chelsea stars rally behind Jose Mourinho in Turkish racism row

Three African football legends have leapt to Jose Mourinho's defence after the Fenerbahce manager faced accusations of racism from rivals Galatasaray.

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Lunga Biyela|Published

Watch VideoWATCH: How former Chiefs playmaker Michael Nkambule could have joined Man United at just 15 after impressing Sir Alex Ferguson

At just 15, Michael Nkambule spent some time on trial with the Premier League giants, rubbing shoulders with a young Cristiano Ronaldo and did enough to impress coaches, including the club’s legendary former manager Sir Alex Ferguson.

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Lunga Biyela|Published

Watch VideoWobbling Liverpool face wounded Manchester City as Premier League title race hots up

Liverpool's Premier League title charge faces a critical test against Manchester City, while Arsenal aims to close the gap with a win over West Ham.

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Yolande Du Preez|Published

Watch VideoEmile Witbooi's move to Roc Nation Sports: A new chapter for Cape Town City FC starlet

Roc Nation Sports International has officially signed Cape Town City FC's starlet Emile Witbooi, marking a pivotal moment in the young athlete's promising career.

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John Goliath|Published

Chelsea's Sam Kerr found not guilty in 'stupid and white' police officer case

Chelsea striker Sam Kerr has been cleared of racial harassment charges in a London court after a high-profile case involving allegations she called a police officer 'stupid and white'.

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Yolande Du Preez|Published

Watch VideoPremier League transfer wrap: Manchester City get 'Rodri replacement', Mathys Tel makes Tottenham U-turn

City had already splashed out more than £120 million in January on Egypt forward Omar Marmoush and young defenders Vitor Reis and Abdukodir Khusanov.

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Yolande Du Preez|Published

Watch VideoChelsea striker Sam Kerr called police officer 'stupid and white', court told

"Chelsea and Matildas striker Sam Kerr faces racially aggravated harassment charges following a heated confrontation with London police.

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Yolande Du Preez|Published

Watch VideoWho is Mathys Tel? The teenager being chased by Arsenal, Manchester United and Tottenham

Speculation surrounds young football sensation Mathys Tel as he draws interest from top Premier League clubs, including Manchester United and Tottenham, amid limited playing time at Bayern Munich.

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John Goliath|Published

Erling Haaland sees 'something special' in Manchester City new boy Omar Marmoush

Erling Haaland has backed Manchester City's new £59m signing Omar Marmoush to become a 'fantastic' addition to the squad following an impressive debut in City's 3-1 victory over Chelsea.

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Yolande Du Preez|Published

Watch VideoEnzo Maresca says Cole Palmer can be Chelsea's answer to Liverpool star Mohamed Salah

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has drawn striking parallels between 22-year-old sensation Cole Palmer and Liverpool's Mohamed Salah, highlighting the young Englishman's rising influence and match-winning mentality following an impressive display against Wolves.

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Yolande Du Preez|Published

Watch VideoReal Madrid break €1 billion barrier, Manchester United rise . . . Here are the world's richest clubs

Broadcast revenue was stable at €4. 3 billion as each of the "Big Five" leagues - England, Spain, Italy, France and Germany - remained in the same domestic broadcast cycle as the preceding season.

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John Goliath|Published

Chelsea's title hopes rocked by shock defeat at Ipswich

Chelsea's second successive defeat after their Boxing Day loss against Fulham left them without a win in their last three matches.

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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 VideoChelsea vs Shamrock Rovers: Blues flex their muscles with another Europa League rout

The win for The Blues made it six victories in a row in the competition, as they qualified for the last 16 with a full haul of points.

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