Why I got a Mikel Arteta death stare after 'punch in the mouth' question as Arsenal boss swaps funboat for steel-eyed intensity ahead of must-win Leeds clash, writes OLIVER HOLT
Gone was Arteta's dreamy evangelism about how his players would approach the final months of the title race. The prospect of playing Leeds at a baying Elland Road can do that to a title-chasing manager.
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How Alexander Isak's move to Liverpool has backfired on EVERYONE involved: The hangover from ugly Toon exit and 'sullen' striker's struggles to adapt, why insiders are comparing him to Fernando Torres at Chelsea and how £125m switch alienated Mo Salah
For buyers, sellers and the player who torched relationships to make it happen, Alexander Isak's £125million British record move from Newcastle to Liverpool feels desperately ill-fated.
Inside Arne Slot's curious breakdown of trust with Liverpool fans: How boss feels disrespected, when the owners had a 'bit of a worry', why his name is not sung anymore, the 'defeatist language' and the Jurgen Klopp factor
As tunes in honour of Mo Salah and Andy Robertson tumble from the stands, the name of the manager is not sung. What has gone wrong with the champions? And can Arne Slot turn it around?
Justin Rose extends lead at Farmers Insurance Open
'Littler survives!' | De Decker misses match dart at Winmau World Masters!
Mike De Decker missed a crucial match-winning dart against Luke Littler at the Winmau World Masters, allowing the world No 1 to fight back and snatch victory.
'Some effort!' | Littler agonisingly close to another NINE!
Luke Littler came agonisingly close to a nine-darter during his dramatic opening-round victory over Mike de Decker at the Winmau World Masters.
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‘Michael Schumacher’s wife answered my call - this was her response'
Former F1 driver Riccardo Patrese has opened up about his friendship with Michael Schumacher and the conversation he had with his wife Corinna.
Littler misses nine-darter and survives match dart in HUGE Masters scare
Luke Littler narrowly avoided a first-round exit at the Winmau World Masters after surviving a match dart in a dramatic victory over Mike De Decker in Milton Keynes.
Trump to face Carter in German Masters semi-final
World number one Judd Trump will take on Ali Carter in the semi-finals of the German Masters after the world number one beat Xiao Guodong in a match which featured four centuries.
Chisora v Wilder confirmed for London's O2 Arena
Derek Chisora's fight with former world heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder is confirmed for the O2 Arena in London on 4 April.
Littler comes back from brink in World Masters
World number one Luke Littler comes through a "tough" night to win his first-round game after opponent Mike de Decker misses a match dart.
Emails reportedly show Epstein scouted women for New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch
Giants owner appears in newly released emailsMessages show Epstein arranging women for TischDoJ releases 3.5m pages tied to Epstein caseNew York Giants chairman and co-owner Steve Tisch appeared throughout a newly released trove of emails related to Jeffrey Epstein, including communications in which Epstein arranged for Tisch to meet specific women.The …
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Alexander Zverev fumes over Alcaraz’s timeout for cramp in semi-final thriller
Medical breaks for cramp against Australian Open rulesGerman says: ‘I didn’t like it, but it’s not my decision’A weary Alexander Zverev described the decision to allow a medical timeout for a cramping Carlos Alcaraz in their epic Australian Open semi-final as “bullshit”, but did not want the matter to take the focus off the quality of their …
Rybakina poses threat to Sabalenka’s bid for legendary status in Australian Open final
World No 1 is on the verge of a fifth grand slam title, but former Wimbledon champion has proved she can cause problemsAt the end of yet another semi-final in Melbourne on Thursday night, Aryna Sabalenka slammed the door shut on Elina Svitolina with a searing forehand winner, her 29th of the night. It was another near flawless performance from the …
Robert Lewandowski's wife puts top European clubs on high alert as she drops huge bombshell over Barcelona star's future
The 37-year-old's contract expires in June and Spanish outlet Sport reported a few months ago that Barca were unlikely to renew it.
Novak Djokovic's fiery message to his critics after Serbian won five-set epic against Jannik Sinner - 'lot of experts wanted to retire me'
Novak Djokovic has slammed his critics for suggesting he wasn't capable of winning a record-breaking 25th career Grand Slam.
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Papers: 'Growing conviction' Guardiola will leave Man City this summer
Woad shares Tournament of Champions lead with Ko
England's Lottie Woad hits a three-under-par 69 on day two of the Tournament of Champions to share the lead with three-time major winner Lydia Ko.
Southampton reject West Ham bid for Taylor Harwood-Bellis as Irons target new defender
Luke Littler survives huge scare to progress at World Masters
'I'm still here': Roberto De Zerbi breaks silence over claims he faced Marseille axe amid meltdown after Champions League exit - but admits 'I don't know if I'm the ideal coach'
Marseille side have been embroiled in chaos after being dumped them out of Europe's elite competition on Wednesday, with sporting director Medhi Benatia warning there would be 'consequences'.
Liverpool's Curtis Jones stance revealed amid interest from Serie A giants - after midfielder missed Champions League tie with illness
SIMON JONES: The 25-year-old has made 29 appearances for Arne Slot's side this season but missed Wednesday's Champions League victory over Qarabag due to illness.
Woad tied for lead with Ko at Tournament of Champions
Lottie Woad is tied for the lead with Lydia Ko after the second round of the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions.
Chisora to face Wilder in 50th pro fight
Derek Chisora will meet Deontay Wilder on April 4 at London's O2 Arena in what will be a 50th professional fight for both heavyweights.
Harlequins snatch late PWR win against Trailfinders
Harlequins snatch a late bonus-point win over Trailfinders as the Premiership Women's Rugby returned after a six-week break.
Glasgow hold off Munster to stay top of URC
Glasgow Warriors maintain their standing at the top of the United Rugby Championship table with a bonus-point victory over Munster at Scotstoun.
Inter want Liverpool's Jones on loan - Saturday's gossip
Curtis Jones is attracting interest from Serie A side Inter Milan, while Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel Martinelli could be on their way to La Liga. However, Joshua Zirkzee looks like he may now stay in the Premier League, plus more.
