The first place in a major cup final at Wembley this season is up for grabs as Liverpool take on Southampton in the second leg of their EFL Cup semi-final at Anfield. Claude Puel's side have the slight upper hand after a Nathan Redmond settled the first leg at St Mary's. Follow all the action live with DAN RIPLEY.
REVEALED: What Mourinho's state-of-the-art 'miracle room' at Manchester United's training ground looks like
MIKE KEEGAN: This is the technology Jose Mourinho uses in his 'miracle room' as he seeks to restore the glory days to Manchester United. The Portuguese revealed in a recent interview that he plots transfer raids with executive vice chairman Ed Woodward, who is often based in London, from a high-tech bunker within United's Carrington training complex. And Sportsmail can reveal that he does so with the aid of Silicon Valley science that allows him to feel like he is in the same room as whoever he is speaking to – whether they are in Manchester or Milan.
Bolt STRIPPED of Olympic gold as Jamaican relay team-mate's doping meaning his triple-triple is dead
Usain Bolt is no longer a triple-triple Olympic champion after his Jamaican sprint relay team-mate Nesta Carter was disqualified from the 2008 Games for failing a drugs test.
How Mourinho has managed to fix Manchester United's injury woes since taking over at Old Trafford
While impact injuries are difficult to prevent, Jose Mourinho specifically targeted and has managed to bring about an improvement in the number of muscle injuries picked up by his players
Evra set to join Marseille from Juventus as veteran agrees 18-month deal
Patrice Evra's time in Italy looks to be over after the Juventus man agreed a deal to return to France with Marseille. He has agreed terms to join the Ligue 1 side until the end of the 2017-18 season.
Chelsea return to scene of chaos to face West Ham on a Monday night as Sky and BT Sport reveal TV games
The Premier League television fixtures have been announced for March, with Chelsea's return to the London Stadium to play West Ham now scheduled for March 6 - a Monday night.
Chelsea will allow Begovic to leave... with Celtic's Gordon on their radar
34-year-old Celtic goalkeeper Craig Gordon is believed to be among those Chelsea have looked at, though his contract with the Scottish champions does not expire until 2018.
'This is a big statement': Klopp hails Coutinho deal as Liverpool smash wage record for star's £200,000-a-week contract
Philippe Coutinho has committed his long-term future to Liverpool by signing the biggest contract in the club's history. The Brazil international, who has blossomed into the key figure in Jurgen Klopp's team, has put pen to paper on a deal worth more than £200,000 per week that will keep him at the club until 2022. Coutinho arrived at Anfield four years ago from Inter Milan and his performances have alerted top clubs across Europe to his ability but he is settled on Merseyside with his young family and has a strong relationship with Klopp.
Aubameyang heads back to Borussia Dortmund in style following Gabon’s AFCON exit
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang may have had a disappointing Africa Cup of Nations but the Borussia Dortmund star looked in good spirits as he headed back to Germany on Wednesday.
DOMINIC KING: Coutinho is Liverpool's A-List talent... securing him for the long term is a real statement of intent
Liverpool have faced a real struggle to retain their best talents in recent years, but Philippe Coutinho's decision to sign a long-term contract could represent a sea change.
FAN VIEW: This is a welcome change after losing Sterling and Suarez
The sight of Philippe Coutinho cutting in from the left hand side and hitting a Goal of the Month contender is one that Liverpool fans have been enjoying in recent seasons .
'It's a privilege my hair will grow back!' Mourinho reveals new haircut as United boss sets sights on trip to Wembley
Jose Mourinho turned up at Manchester United on Wednesday with a new buzz cut, boasting that he will be able to grow his hair back inside a month.
Hartley confirmed as England's captain for Six Nations despite latest discipline issues as captains gather for big launch
Hooker Dylan Hartley skippered England to an unbeaten 2016, which included winning the Six Nations Grand Slam last March, so will be out to repeat those feats this year. Ever the performer, Eddie Jones announced the news in jovial style to Hartley in front of the press, revealing he had not told the man to his left prior to the launch event at the Hurlingham Club on Wednesday afternoon.
Black eye, cut face... and this is just the coach! Jones shows off nasty wounds after slipping over in the shower on his way to the launch
Eddie Jones looked like he'd been packing down with his England forwards rather than coaching them when he turned up at the Six Nations launch press conference sporting a nasty black eye and cut face. Jones said he fell over in a bathroom at the Chelsea Harbour Hotel hours before the event at the Hurlingham Club in south-west London on Wednesday morning. The England head coach changed his story throughout several media appearances during the launch event, but finally said: 'I just slipped over in the hotel this morning.
Police confirm investigation into sexual abuse at Newcastle United and Sunderland's charity
The North-East force launched Operation Tide in December and 25 victims have since come forward in relation to eight suspects across nine sporting clubs in the region.
Guardiola needs City players to adapt to him, says Ancelotti: 'It's much more of an issue than him having to adapt to the Premier League'
It isn't a question of Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola adapting to the Premier League but rather an issue of his players adapting to him, that is according to Carlo Ancelotti.
Messi is a 'total footballer' who will play at the highest level well into the future, says Barcelona manager Enrique
Barcelona coach Luis Enrique paid tribute to Lionel Messi on Wednesday for his evolution into a 'total footballer' throughout his career.
Ulloa holds clear-the-air talks with Ranieri after agent brands him a 'liar' and a 'selfish egotist'
Leonardo Ulloa has held clear-the-air talks with Claudio Ranieri after his agent branded the Leicester manager a 'liar' and 'selfish egotist'. The Argentine was not required to apologise.
AUSTRALIAN OPEN
Rejuvenated Nadal cruises into Australian Open semis after beating Raonic in straight sets (so, is dream final with Federer on?)
14-time Grand Slam winner Rafael Nadal booked his place in the semi-final of the Australian Open after beating Milos Raonic 6-4, 7-6, 6-4 on Wednesday. The Spaniard broke the Wimbledon finalist late on in the first set and took control from there on in. Nadal pipped Raonic in a tie break in the second set and clearly had the momentum going into the final set, after overcoming a tired Raonic by breaking in the final game.
Serena crushes Konta to reach semi-finals as she sets sights on 23rd Grand Slam title
MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: Serena Williams paid Jo Konta the compliment of bringing her finest vintage to the court for their Australian Open quarter-final. And that was enough to settle their first ever meeting, which saw the American through to the last four with a 6-2, 6-3 victory in 75 minutes which was not quite as straightforward as it might appear. She also tipped the British No 1 as a future winner at Melbourne Park, but it will not be this year after Williams roared back in the second set when seemingly on the ropes.
Lucic-Baroni reduced to tears as she reaches first Grand Slam semi-final in 18 years and sets up meeting with Serena
Mirjana Lucic-Baroni is back in the semi-finals of a Grand Slam after a nearly 18-year wait, beating fifth-seeded Karolina Pliskova 6-4, 3-6, 6-4 to advance to the last four at the Australian Open.
Tearful Konta vows to up her game after being handed quarter-final exit by Williams at Australian Open
MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: Jo Konta described playing Serena Williams as 'one of the best experiences of my life', but also one that had driven her to tears afterwards.
Dimitrov records straight sets win over Goffin to reach first Australian Open semi-final and make Bulgarian history
Grigor Dimitrov won in straight sets 6-3, 6-2, 6-4 on Wednesday as David Goffin crumbled under the pressure of playing in a quarter-final of a Grand Slam for the first time.
Federer used to advise Wawrinka, they've won the Davis Cup together and fallen out... will Stan be next victim of Roger's revival?
MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: Roger Federer, his wife and four children have been in Australia since before the new year, and the stay is lasting longer than any of them expected.
Come and meet our Son! Spurs stars invite South Korean fan to hotel in Barcelona to meet her idol... and wait outside his door to surprise him in hilarious prank
Imagine bumping into the football team your hero plays for - and then the disappointment you would feel when you realise he was not among them. That was how one huge Son-Heung Min fan felt when she bumped into a group of Tottenham Hotspur players in Barcelona, which included Dele Alli and Harry Kane, but not the South Korean international. What she would have expected to happen would have been a few pictures with Kane and co for Instagram, and maybe the hope she would run into her idol another day. The reality was somewhat different.
Atletico Madrid cruise through to Copa del Rey semis with Gimenez and Juanfran on target to complete aggregate victory over Eibar
NEW EIBAR 2-2 ATLETICO MADRID (agg: 2-5): Atletico Madrid's first leg lead proved too much for a spirited Eibar side as Diego Simeone's men advanced to the Copa del Rey semi-finals. Chances were few and far between in the first half with Atletico happy to sit back and look after their three-goal advantage. With the atmosphere growing flat at the Ipurua Municipal Stadium, Nicolas Gaitan bent a wicked corner onto the head of Jose Giminez, who guided the ball into the top right corner.
From the Littlewoods Cup to the Rumbelows Cup and beyond, how the competition has evolved through years
The EFL Cup will last just a season. Get ready to cheer your team on in... the Carabao Cup. Sportsmail is here to take you through the many changes made in League Cup history.
Goodwillie has Plymouth contract terminated to appeal against verdict that he and team-mate raped woman
David Goodwillie has had his contract at Plymouth Argyle terminated by mutual consent after a judge in a civil case ruled he and a former team-mate raped a mother-of-one in 2011.
Sunderland defender Djilobodji DENIES violent conduct charge over 'punch' on Fletcher as faces four-match ban
Sunderland defender Papy Djilobodji has denied a Football Association charge of violent conduct. He will plead his case before an independent regulatory commission hearing,
EXCLUSIVE: United looking to make Old Trafford second biggest club stadium in Europe by expanding capacity to 88,000
MIKE KEEGAN: Manchester United are seriously considering expanding the Old Trafford capacity to a staggering 88,000. It would second to only Barcelona’s 99,354-seat Nou Camp.
Mourinho praises Ferguson after the former Manchester United boss credits him with reviving form
Jose Mourinho has paid tribute to Sir Alex Ferguson who has praised the Portuguese coach for turning Manchester United into a force again after a difficult start at Old Trafford.
Pacesetters on the pitch... trendsetters off it? Chelsea stars in football fashion parade on team bonding night with boss Conte
Antonio Conte lead the way as his Chelsea troops left a fancy London restaurant this week, following a squad dinner and bonding session after their victory over Hull. The Chelsea boss and his star-studded side headed out to dine at Sumosan, a contemporary Japanese eatery in West London's affluent Kensington borough. Conte was joined by the entirety of his high-flying Blues side, who sit eight points clear at the top of the Premier League table after their recent victory over Hull at Stamford Bridge .
Arsenal supporters urged to complete survey on possible introduction of safe standing at Emirates Stadium
The Arsenal Supporters' Trust (AST) held an open meeting on the subject on Monday night, with members of the Football Supporters' Federation and English Football League in attendance.
What happened to Friday Night Football? Sky lose faith with NO Premier League games scheduled
KIERAN GILL: Sky are allowed to show up to 10 Premier League games this season but only four have been selected so far. As it stands, none will be shown in February or March.
Millwall will STAY in London after Lewisham council abandons plans to forcibly buy land around stadium
Millwall’s future at the New Den looks to have been protected after Lewisham mayor Sir Steve Bullock abandoned compulsory purchase order plans following fierce public pressure.
Woods signs deal to use TaylorMade golf clubs after Nike exit as he prepares for full-time return to sport
Tiger Woods, who is set for his full-time return to competitive golf this week, has announced he will use TaylorMade clubs after Nike’s withdrawl from the golf equipment industry.
Welcome to the dogfight: How the Premier League strugglers have tried to use the transfer window to build for survival
For sides struggling towards the bottom end of the Premier League, the arrival of January can be like an oasis in the harshest of deserts. It provides an opportunity for survival. But January is nearly over, with under a week left of the transfer window. Business may be ticking on in the background, but for many sides it needs to come to the fore soon to have any chance of staying in the Premier League. Others need to keep hold of the players they already own.
Aston Villa sign a model pro! Bruce lands Iceland star Bjarnason (who caught the ladies' eye during Euros)
The 28-year-old midfielder arrives at the club on a three-and-a-half-year deal from Basel. Bjarnason, an Icelandic international, has also had spells at Standard Liege, Pescara and Sampdoria. He was a member of Basel's Swiss Super League title-winning squad in 2015-16 and was a key part of the Iceland team that reached the quarter-finals of Euro 2016, scoring his country's first ever goal in a major tournament against Portugal.
Guardiola eyes long stay: Man City boss and his team looking to prolonged stint as the put down roots in north-west
Pep Guardiola's stellar management team are laying down roots in Manchester as Sportsmail can reveal his assistant has landed an exclusive city centre pad.
'Real Madrid and Barcelona are NOT a step up': Lewandowski sees no reason to leave Bayern Munich
The Poland international is has been perennially linked with Madrid. At various stages Lewandowski has been 'on the verge of signing' without a move ever materialising.
Sunderland eye Taylor as replacement for Palace-bound Van Aanholt
Van Aanholt has agreed to join Crystal Palace but David Moyes wants to ensure he gets a player in before signing off that deal completely. Taylor is a regular in Swansea's porous defence.
Manchester United hero Scholes takes first steps into management with Oldham
Paul Scholes has turned to his beloved Oldham Athletic as he looks towards a career in the dugout – while acting as the club’s secret weapon in a bid to wow foreign investors. The former Manchester United great has been taking training sessions with Oldham’s youth team on a monthly basis as he seeks to obtain his Uefa A licence. Scholes, who lives in Oldham and is a supporter of the League One club, was pictured with the Latics youngsters at their Chapel Road training ground this week.
Arsenal star Ramsey left feeling deflated as he shares picture of flat tyre on £200,000 sports car
Leaving the house to go to work on a morning only to find your car has a punctured tyre is a deflating experience for anyone, even a professional footballer. It was the fate which befell Aaron Ramsey on Wednesday, as he attempted to leave his home for training at Arsenal's London Colney facility. He shared a snap of the puncture via Instagram, without expanding on why the air had gone from one of the tyres on his Mercedes SLS, worth around £200,000.
Annie Power ruled out of Cheltenham Festival after picking up leg injury
Nine-year-old Annie Power brought the house down when breaking her Festival duck by becoming the first mare in 22 years to claim the Champion Hurdle at Prestbury Park last March.
EXCLUSIVE: Frampton named US boxing writers' fighter of 2016 ahead of epic world title rematch with Santa Cruz
JEFF POWELL: Carl Frampton will be boosted by another major international honour three days before he steps into the Las Vegas ring for an epic world title rematch.
Worcester appoint Gold as new director of rugby as Aviva Premiership side continue battle for survival
The former Bath, London Irish and Newcastle boss will join Worcester next Monday. The Warriors said his role will initially be until the end of this season, as they face a battle for Aviva Premiership survival.
West Ham new boy Fonte trains with team- mates for first time since joining from Southampton in £8m move
West Ham United may have lost a familiar face from training in Dimitri Payet, but they gained a new one today as Jose Fonte appeared for the first time. Fonte joined the Hammers in an £8million move from Southampton last week and could be in line to make his debut in the next game, when they host Manchester City on February 1. The 33-year-old looked in good touch as he trained along with his new colleagues at their Romford training ground.
Everton bring in German starlet Donkor on loan from Wolsfburg
Having agreed a loan deal until the end of the season from the Bundesliga side will link up with David Unsworth's academy stars. The 19-year-old, a left-footed forward who can play in a number of attacking positions, has come through the ranks at the Volkswagen Arena.
Ronaldo has £260,000 Lamborghini towed from ski resort after leaving in ambulance with wrist pain making him unable to drive
Cristiano Ronaldo had to ask for an ambulance to help him home after a jinxed trip to a ski resort near Madrid with his girlfriend in his new £260,000 Lamborghini.
Hull City accept Burnley's £10m bid for Snodgrass to trigger contract talks - but West Ham will battle it out for star
Burnley have had a £10m bid accepted by Hull City for Robert Snodgrass. West Ham are also likely to return with an improved offer as the midfielder nears a move away from the KCOM Stadium.
Dortmund will consider bids of £70m for Real and City target Aubameyang
Borussia Dortmund have named a price of £68.5million to test their resolve over coveted striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. Manchester City held talks over the star striker last summer.
Tottenham enjoy some winter warmth at Barcelona training camp as they tune up ahead of return to Premier League title race
Tottenham Hotspur are having their winter training camp in Barcelona this week, and it seems as if some of the Catalan flair is beginning to rub off on the players. The Spurs players seem to be enjoying their time away from frosty London as they posed for pictures on the club's Instagram page. Also featured were two remarkable goals from Harry Winks and Cameron Carter-Vickers, who managed to curl efforts into the net despite being stood behind it at the time.
'Wiggins used drugs just before his big races. Coincidence? I'm sceptical': Cooke's explosive testimony on scandal
MATT LAWTON and MARTHA KELNER: Olympic champion Nicole Cooke has delivered a damning assessment of Sir Bradley Wiggins and Team Sky and their use of medical exemptions.
Morgan says England are still preparing for 50-over Champions Trophy despite switch to Twenty20 on India tour
This may be the start of England’s last chance to win a series in India this winter but there is no question of the agenda dominating three T20 matches that bring their gruelling tour to an end.
STARS OF SPORT
- Happy to be heading back, Aubameyang? Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang looked in good spirits as he headed back to Germany on Wednesday
- West Ham new boy Fonte trains for first time as rebel Payet misses session again Jose Fonte appeared for the first time after arriving from Southampton
- Mourinho reveals new haircut as Manchester United prepare for second leg of EFL Cup semi-final with Hull New buzz cut for United manager
- Come and meet our Son! Tottenham stars bring South Korean fan back to their hotel in Barcelona to meet idol Waited outside his door to surprise him
- 'This is a big statement': Klopp hails Coutinho deal as Liverpool smash wage record to hand star £200,000-a-week Committed future to club
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- Arsenal squad enjoy evening out following heroics against Burnley... but where is star man Mesut Ozil? The Gunners enjoyed an evening meal together
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- Everton bring in German starlet Donkor on loan from Wolsfburg Anton Donkor will link up with David Unsworth's Under 23 academy stars
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- Tottenham stars enjoy fun in the Barcelona sun after they sweat it out in tough training session Dele Alli and Co have been working hard and playing hard in Spain
- Former rivals Ballack and Ferdinand join forces for Star Sixes Host of stars including Roberto Carlos and Michael Owen will play in tournament at the O2
- Chelsea legend Joe Cole on how he knew Hazard would be a world beater at Lille... And racing Roman Abramovich to the title celebrations hungover
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Pepe as Hannibal Lecter? That's fine! Real's £5.2m compensation claim rejected as court rules film was not slanderChianti with that news?
- Senegal goalkeeper takes time-wasting to a new level as he comically trips over his own feet Sparked anger but no card from referee
- Jo-zzzzz-e Mourinho! Manchester United boss catches up on his sleep as he is driven into training ahead of cup semi-final Tired manager
- FORE! Arsenal and Chelsea youngsters Iwobi and Aina enjoy night out at Top Golf... and reveal terrible swings Appalling play by pair
- West Ham rebel ayet looks happy to be training with the reserves as Marseille weigh up a fourth bid Dimitri Payet has asked to leave West Ham
- He's have the shirt off your back! Lewandowski shows off his juggling skills as Bayern striker freestyles during training session More than a goalscorer
- Sunderland sign Lescott on free transfer until end of the season (but he last played 114 days ago in Greece) David Moyes has turned to Joleon Lescott
- Real prepare for Copa del Rey trip to Celta Vigo with high-intensity ball work session as Ronaldo and Co bid to overturn first-leg deficit Eye on the ball now lads
- Messi splashes out on £430 bottle of wine for his mum's 57th birthday celebrations Vega-Sicilia Unico is considered to be Spain's greatest vintage
- Sterling's new pad! City star splashes out £3.1m on leafy family home in village The luxury five-acre home has a pond and TRIPLE garage
- Klopp puts Liverpool stars through their defensive paces The manager wants the team to stop conceding silly goals after their defeat by Swansea
- 'Life is tough, my darling, but so are you': Emotional message from Mason's fiancee as he continues recovery His family thanked the football community
- Spurs hold winter training in Barcelona as they hope change of routine helps Premier League push Mauricio Pochettino took them to Spain
- Deulofeu finally joins Milan! Everton winger holds up famous red and black shirt as both clubs confirm loan move He is looking for first-team football in Milan
- Chelsea hero Frank Lampard enjoys night out with wife Christine Bleakley a day after watching City's pulsating Spurs draw Relaxed stars
- United stars feeling the cold at Carrington as Ibrahimovic, Pogba and Co return to training after Stoke draw There was no rest for Jose Mourinho's stars
- Alli's surprise over drug test and a young mascot asks Kane: 'What do you think of Tottenham?' Tunnel cam footage from Manchester City
- Buen provecho! Spurs stars dine out in Barcelona following comeback heroics against City Mauricio Pochettino's men at winter training camp
- Mayweather shows off stunning artwork tribute on Instagram as social media nemesis and father-to-be McGregor poses with partner Will they fight?
- Beckham catches up with ex team-mates as legend returns to PSG Thiago Silva and Co welcomed David Beckham back with open arms
- Portsmouth star Burgess makes most of day off by accepting Twitter invite to help coach Under 12s side Game against Crawley was postponed
- Rooney calls for improved media relations to help England succeed as he picks up Football Writers prize Record-breaker speaks
- Dortmund swoop for Swedish teenager Isak as starlet snubs La Liga giants Real Madrid The 17-year-old has signed a long-term contract
- Matip plays 60 minutes for Liverpool Under 23s after getting green light from FIFA following Africa Cup of Nations row Featured against Ipswich
- Haskell says he wasn't sure he'd ever play again after coming back from six months of injury hell to help Wasps overcome Zebre Targeting Six Nations
- Nike pay tribute to Rooney after United captain becomes club's all-time top scorer Tributes pour in after he lands his 250th goal for the Red Devils
- Bayern Munich stars Ribery and Alaba hit the ski slopes to watch Dave Ryding make British hitory Bundesliga stars see the action
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- Arsenal midfielder Xhaka's receives his NINTH red card in three years as he breaks another record Swiss star saw red yet again at the Emirates
- Tottenham jet off to Barcelona for winter training camp hours after their Etihad draw with Manchester City Pochettino and his squad head to Spain
- Stoke mascot tells boss Hughes he's glad the club didn't sack him and begs Pieters to give him a million pounds! Cheeky fan gives players a laugh before kick-off
- 'Talking of slips...' TV presenter Humphrey jokes with Gerrard in uncomfortable viewing on punditry duty Steven Gerrard took the joke well on BT Sport
- Chapecoense return: First match since air disaster sees revamped team earn a draw Chapecoense drew 2-2 against Brazilian champions Palmeiras
- Rooney's night in front of the TV after breaking record Wayne Rooney's big day ended at home with his wife and kids after hitting United's 250-goal mark
- Arsenal midfielders Iwobi, the Ox and Reine-Adelaide show off their skills with a sockand a dressing room hamper Gunners stars put on a volley good show
- Hollywood star Will Ferrell, Firmino's new fan and a mascot snub: Seven things you missed from Anfield All the action that passed you by in Swansea win
- Messi and Barcelona team-mates wrap up warm for training ahead of Eibar test Luis Enrique's stars fight the cold ahead of La Liga clash on Sunday
- Tevez denies he is the highest paid player in football during unveiling at Shanghai Shenhua Argentine is set to earn £615,000 a week according to reports
- It's back to a tracksuit for Sol: Campbell will ditch the suits and open-neck shirts for a return to football EXCLUSIVE: Campbell is ready to take up coaching
- Matip checks in with Liverpool pals after FIFA give him the OK for return after row over Cameroon ACFON call FIFA have given the OK for Joel Matip to play
- He's back! Gerrard is all smiles as he returns to Liverpool to coach academy kids and says: 'It completes the circle' Steven Gerrard returns to his former club
- Big Sam broken? Are you having a laugh? Kevin Nolan opens up in exclusive interview He talks through Sam Allardyce, Dimitri Payet and management
- Surprise package: Bournemouth's 5ft 4in wrecking ball is a rising Premier League star But not one person out of 4million Fantasy Football fans picked Ryan Fraser
- Get a grip! Liverpool manager Klopp sends table tennis paddle flying across the room in battle with Firmino and Coutinho Fierce competition
- Guardiola and Aguero meet for late-night talks in Manchester restaurant after arrival of Jesus City star signed a one-year contract extension almost a year ago
- Former United star Giggs celebrates third birthday of his restaurant George's as Butt and Jorgie Porter join the party The power of three
- Leicester star Simpson celebrates birthday with spectacular Premier League trophy cake Will never forget that special day as he celebrates 30th
- No sponsor... but £139,000 for humiliating the Aussie! Evans sends more shockwaves through Australian Open as he stuns Tomic Reached the last 16
- Spurs stars get first futuristic glimpse at their new stadium They strapped on VR headsets to be shown where they would be playing their football
- Working De Roon! Middlesbrough star meets supporter Henry Baines, a young Boro supporter, wrote to Marteen de Roon and called him his idol
- Hungry for success? Zlatan and Mkhitaryan dine samba style in Manchester Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Henrikh Mkhitaryan met up for lunch
- How Phillips became the king of assists INTERVIEW BY LAURIE WHITWELL: The West Brom winger is still battling with low confidence
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- Arnautovic stumbles across a fight in a petrol station as Stoke star attends filming of 'Snatch' TV series Spent four hours in the chilly evening
- Well, at least he can afford security! Tevez mobbed after landing in Shanghai to kick off his £615,000-A-WEEK Chinese adventure Greeted by thousands
- Arsenal star Iwobi takes the night off as he enjoys Rae Sremmurd gig with model girlfriend Clarisse Juliette Alex Iwobi is going places this season
- Pogba's adidas fashion collection almost sells out in a day as United ace continues off-pitch success £89m man has his fingers in many pies
- Klopp welcome! German manager presented with giant Cornish Pasty He had said he did not know where Plymouth was ahead of FA Cup tie
- Pep's in La La Land! City boys taken on cinema trip to celebrate Guardiola's birthday The Spanish coach is keen to write a new script
- Maradona returns to Napoli! Argentina icon visits training Diego Maradona appeared to be the life of the party as he came back to his former club
- Rivaldo drops in on Barcelona training The club icon spent time with Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Neymar when he visited Barcelona
- Aubameyang to the rescue again! Hosts Gabon draw against Burkina Faso The Borussia Dortmund striker spared Gabon's blushes in Libreville
- Payet trains with West Ham Under 23s as stand-off continues with club unmoved by Marseille's advances Banished from first team training base
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FOOTBALL NEWS
24-Gun salut! Arsenal stars enjoy team bonding dinner amid hunt for trophies...but there's no sign of Ozil
The Arsenal squad headed out to enjoy an evening meal together this week, following their last gasp heroics against Burnley... but one prominent first team player was missing. The Gunners set out as a huge group to dine out ahead of their upcoming FA Cup fourth round clash with Southampton on Saturday, with almost every single member of the first team present. One notable exception however was German play-maker Mesut Ozil, who was nowhere to be seen in a 24-man photo which some of the stars later took to social media to share.
Ronaldo picks up yet another award as he is named player of year by Chinese fans
Cristiano Ronaldo has so many awards, he has had to build a museum to himself in order to house them all - and he is going to find an extra bit of shelf space after picking up another gong. The 31-year-old Real Madrid and Portugal star has been named Most Valuable Player (MVP) in the All Football awards for 2016 by Chinese fans. Ronaldo took to Instagram to show off his trophy, and to say he was 'glad' to have won the award.
Lew's getting shirty! Bayern star shows off juggling skills as he freestyles during training session
Robert Lewandowski is widely regarded as one of Europe's top marksmen, but the Bayern Munich striker has shown he is more than just a lethal goalscorer with his juggling skills in training.
QPR inquire about wantaway Aston Villa star McCormack but may struggle to meet wage demands
QPR have made an enquiry for Aston Villa striker Ross McCormack. The Scotland international is available after manager Steve Bruce criticised his attitude and revealed he had not turned up to train.
Leicester pair Mahrez and Slimani set to rejoin team-mates for training after Algeria's AFCON exit
NEW Claudio Ranieri will assess whether they might be able to feature in Friday's FA Cup tie at Derby County after the pair arrived back from their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with Algeria.
Bastia supporter handed stadium ban over Balotelli racist abuse claims
Bastia have handed a stadium ban to a supporter in relation to the alleged racist abuse aimed at Nice striker Mario Balotelli. hE claims he was the subject of 'monkey noises' throughout the game.
Sunderland striker Anichebe admits he was reduced to tears after hearing extent of knee ligament damage
Sunderland striker Victor Anichebe has revealed he was reduced to tears after hearing he faces 10 weeks on the sidelines through injury.
Crystal Palace hand Samba chance at Premier League return as former Blackburn defender arrives for trial
Crystal Palace have handed 32-year-old Christopher Samba a chance at a Premier League return after agreeing a deal for Sunderland defender Patrick van Aanholt.
Watford make offer to sign up AC Milan striker Niang
22-year-old AC Milan striker M'Baye Niang has been discussing a move to Genoa while other Premier League clubs including West Ham have also held tentative talks for the forward.
Ray Wilson is centre stage in English football's most iconic picture. Now he has Alzheimer's. But life with wife Pat is an uplifting, inspirational love story
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY MATT BARLOW: When poised to win his 100th cap, Steven Gerrard said: 'Hero status is given out far too easily. As far as playing for England goes, there are 11 heroes. The rest haven't really delivered.' One of those 11 heroes can be found in the West Riding of Yorkshire, although he would never have been comfortable with the accolade. Not even in the days when the details of 1966 were clear in his mind. At 82, Ray Wilson is the oldest of England's World Cup winners and he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2004.
Bayern Munich fulfil sausage promise for Ingolstadt after they beat RB Leipzig
Bayern Munich chief Karl-Heinz Rummenigge is a man of his word, after delivering on his promise to reward Bundesliga strugglers Ingolstadt with a traditional German feast for defeating RB Leipzig. Bayern's fellow Bavarians Ingolstadt overcame high-flying Leipzig prior to the winter break, and have now been duly rewarded by the league leaders. Rummenigge made a personal visit to Ingolstadt this week, taking with him a truck-load of delicious pretzels and Bavarian veal sausage, to dine with the club and congratulate them on getting one over on their title rivals.
Partick Thistle sign Keown's son on loan from Reading until end of season
The 21-year-old Reading defender impressed as a trialist in a game against Lokeren in La Manga during the winter break. Jags boss Alan Archibald was keen to secure the player’s services and on Tuesday struck a deal with the Royals to take him until the summer.
Bolton fans want return for Southend groundsman who was sacked after League One game was postponed
Ken Hare, who had served Southend for 27 years, was held responsible for the frozen pitch that prompted the game's cancellation and news broke of his dismissal on Monday.
Enrique avoids questions on his Barcelona future ahead of club's Copa del Rey clash with Real Sociedad
Luis Enrique refused to comment on whether he felt his players wanted him to remain in charge while speaking at a news conference ahead of Barcelona's tie with Real Sociedad on Thursday.
Mason making 'excellent progress' after fracturing his skull but Hull expect him to be kept in hospital until end of week
Hull City say Ryan Mason is making 'excellent progress' from his fractured skull as the midfielder's condition continues to improve in the days after his emergency surgery in London.
We'll find out if we're ready for Premier League against Leicester, says Derby boss McClaren ahead of FA Cup clash
The east Midlands rivals are fourth round opponents at Pride Park in an encounter Derby manager Steve McClaren believes Leicester will treat like a Champions League tie.
Nottingham Forest make loan move to sign Watford's Sinclair amid interest from Ipswich and Brentford
Nottingham Forest have made a loan offer for Jerome Sinclair. The strike is available for a loan move away from Vicarage Road this month and the City Ground club have registered a firm interest.
Wenger fury over Xhaka race storm: Gunners boss to read riot act as £34m man is interviewed by police
SAMI MOKBEL: Arsene Wenger will read the riot act to Granit Xhaka after his £34million midfielder was accused of racism during a heated row at Heathrow Airport on Monday.
OTHER SPORTS NEWS
England's Six Nations hopefuls put through their paces in Portugal as Jones gears up for Twickenham opener against France
Eddie Jones and his England rugby stars are continuing their preparations for the upcoming Six Nations with a training camp in sunny Portugal. The squad are training at Browns Sports and Leisure Club in Vilamoura this week, a destination in the Algarve that they have used before. The club's Facebook page posted a series of photos of the squad as they were put through their paces on Monday by Jones and his team of coaches.
'I would love to play and I would love to win': Woods already thinking about winning Masters again ahead of return
Tiger Woods is busy preparing for his return to action in California this week but admitted that he is already thinking about the Masters – and winning it. The 14-time major champion finally played competitive golf again in the Bahamas last month after a 15-month absence due to recovering from a third serious back surgery.
GB sprinter Ellington set for surgery as he recovers from horrific Tenerife motorbike crash
British sprinter James Ellington has returned to London and will have surgery on Tuesday on injuries suffered in a motorbike accident. The 31-year-old and his training partner Nigel Levine were involved in a collision in Tenerife last week while on a training camp. Ellington tweeted: 'Finally back in London, been through some dark days this week, but have my operation today and start my road to recovery.
Kruis: Hunger to rule the world is driving England on after stellar 2016 campaign
CHRIS FOY: England will be even more motivated to retain their RBS 6 Nations title this year, insisted lock George Kruis on Tuesday. Kruis said England are even hungrier than they were 12 months ago
Australia star Mennie rushed to hospital with bleeding brain and fractured skull - a day after being hit on head with a ball
Australian fast bowler Joe Mennie (pictured) suffered bleeding on the brain after being struck by a ball on the side of the head at a Sydney Sixers training session on Monday in Sydney.
McIlroy out for two months with a rib injury but targets return before Masters
Rory McIlroy will miss the next two months of the season with a rib injury. He plans to return at the WGC-Mexico Championship and there are no fears he will miss The Masters at Augusta.
Knight wins downhill gold at World Para Alpine Skiing Championships
Great Britain's Millie Knight has won downhill gold at the World Para Alpine Skiing Championships in Tarvisio, Italy. The 18-year-old triumphed with her guide Brett Wild.
India hero Kohli says facing England's 93mph fast bowler Mills in T20s is 'not a problem at all'
India captain Virat Kohli is relaxed about the prospect of facing England's new speed demon, Tymal Mills, insisting he has seen it all before. He is arguably the fastest bowler on the county circuit.
England v France: Win tickets to Six Nations opener at Twickenham
Mail Online has teamed up with Dove Men+Care to offer you the chance to win a pair of tickets to England v France on Saturday, February 4.
F1's post-Ecclestone era to move to new headquarters as new owners distance themselves from former chief
Formula One’s post-Bernie Ecclestone era will be directed from a new headquarters – a structural and symbolic break from the Knightsbridge domain the 86-year-old owns and runs.
America's Cup to be contested every two years after revamp as Ainslie hails 'pivotal moment in its history'
The America's Cup is to be revamped to promote continuity and interest in sport's oldest international trophy, which will now be contested on a biennial basis.
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RACING
Faugheen's Leopadstown comeback now all the more important after stablemate Annie Power is ruled out of Cheltenham
Faugheen's BHP Insurance Irish Champion Hurdle comeback victory at Leopadstown has taken on added significance after Annie Power was ruled out of Cheltenham Festival.
Robin Goodfellow's racing tips: Best bets for Wednesday, January 25
Sportsmail's racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips ahead of Friday's meetings at Catterick, Lingfield, Ludlow and Newcastle.
THE BEST WRITING IN SPORT
Sport's ultimate Wheeler Dealer: Soft handshake, omelette for lunch and a James Bond office... Bernie was a man of simple tastes in world of rock stars and models
JONATHAN McEVOY: He stands only 5ft 3in in his dark socks, and his voice is barely more than a whisper, but for 40 years the alpha male world of Formula One hung on Bernie Ecclestone's every word. Each countless deal was completed with the softest of handshakes. He called those whom he invited into his lairs, be it his motorhome in the paddock or his Bond-style office in Kensington, 'sport' — a word like 'mate' or 'pal' that compensated his negotiating adversary for inevitably having handed over vast sums of cash. A day's work done by 6pm, it was a bottle of beer from the fridge rather than vintage Champagne. Take him out for lunch and he would as likely as not go off-menu and order an omelette. He might take one small sip of the wine to show willing, but nothing more.
MARTIN SAMUEL: Ulloa has some nerve taking a shot at Ranieri the genius
CHIEF SPORTS WRITER: As useful as he was last season, it is doubtful there will ever be a statue to Leonardo Ulloa at the King Power Stadium. That is what separates him from Claudio Ranieri.
EXCLUSIVE: Elneny used to sleep with a football at the bottom of his bed... now at Arsenal, he wants to be legend like Henry
EXCLUSIVE BY JONNY SINGER: ‘I definitely miss not being in England,’ admits Mohamed Elneny as the rain pours down in Port Gentil, an oil town on the Gabonese coast.
How China conquered West Midlands: From Villa to Wolves, West Brom to Birmingham, investors have flooded in
The influence of Chinese investors is arguably strongest in the west Midlands, where the four major teams are all owned by investors from China. Sportsmail has profiled them.
