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14+ min ago (325+ words) Everything you need to know ahead of the Premier League clash Arne Slot will hope to build up a head of steam with Liverpool back in winning ways as they take on high-flying Sunderland in the Premier League. The Dutchman avoided what could have been a doomsday scenario as he prevented a 10th loss in 13 games by beating West Ham on Sunday. However, Liverpool are now tasked with much tougher opposition in the form of the league's surprise package, with the Black Cats having gone from relegation favourites to European contenders this season. Regis Le Bris' side are currently sixth in the table - a point ahead of Liverpool - and come to Anfield off the back of a stunning 3-2 comeback win over Bournemouth on the weekend. Liverpool's clash with Sunderland kicks off at 8:15pm GMT on Wednesday 3 December at Anfield. Viewers in the…...

28+ min ago (330+ words) Liverpool will look to build some positive momentum as they welcome Sunderland to Anfield this evening. The Reds arrested a miserable run on Saturday as they eked out a 2-0 win over West Ham at the London Stadium, with British record signing Alexander Isak opening the scoring with his first Premier League goal for the club. The task at hand for Liverpool is now to build on that result and restore some morale to the squad ahead of a hectic run of festive fixtures. Arne Slot knows the Black Cats will prove to be a tough test, though. They sit sixth in the table after 13 matches, just one point clear of Liverpool. Speaking pre-match, the Dutchman said: "I saw the game Chelsea vs Arsenal on the way home, two teams working so hard and fighting. Then I was aware of the…...

53+ min ago (283+ words) Free self-defence classes funded by police have seen take-up of more than 70 per cent and received a warm welcome from participants. The sessions in Stourport, Worcestershire, were made available as part of a West Mercia Police initiative to make women and girls feel safer and more empowered after safety concerns were raised. "The feedback that we've had is that people have found them really useful," said Taekwon-Do instructor Sarah Wilson. "They've come away with an awareness of how they can keep themselves safe and also a few techniques that they could use, if they did find themselves in danger". Another participant, Hannah Wooldridge, said: "You can walk down a well-lit street, or you can wear bright colours and you hear so many examples of people doing that and then they still have unfortunate things happen to them. "There's usually a…...

1+ hour, 10+ min ago (849+ words) The Liverpool City Region mayor said the "legacy of the 97" must now be justice in the Hillsborough Law after a report confirmed no-one would be held to account for the disaster. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) found 12 retired police officers would have faced gross misconduct proceedings under today's laws over the 1989 crush. Steve Rotheram said "97 innocent fans were unlawfully killed" yet no-one had been "held accountable through our justice system". He said the new law progressing through Parliament forcing public officials to tell the truth during probes into major disasters would help to ensure no other bereaved families have to endure the Hillsborough families' ordeal. The long-awaited IOPC report found there were "fundamental failures" and "concerted efforts" to blame fans. Ex-South Yorkshire Police Chief Constable Peter Wright and ex-Ch Supt David Duckenfield are among officers who would have…...

1+ hour, 27+ min ago (1209+ words) Failings of legal system mean 97 people were unlawfully killed, but no one will be held accountable When the Independent Office for Police Conduct published the final report on its mammoth investigation into the Hillsborough disaster, the response from bereaved families and survivors was conflicted. Some of the IOPC's findings could be regarded as historic, in particular that 12 former officers would have had cases to answer for gross misconduct, including Peter Wright, the chief constable of South Yorkshire police at the time of the 1989 disaster. But the passage of time, 36 years, since the alleged failings is so great that all the officers have long retired " or, like Wright, are dead " meaning nobody will face any disciplinary proceedings. The report ends the decades of inquiries, investigations and a generational fight for justice, with the conclusion that 97 people were unlawfully killed, but nobody…...

1+ hour, 36+ min ago (1111+ words) Lucy Connolly-Brame hopes to raise "12,000 to pay for private surgery A footballer is crowdfunding for career-saving surgery after she became one of the latest female players to suffer an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture. Lucy Connolly-Brame, 20, suffered the knee injury "everyone fears" playing for Hashtag United, an Essex-based side, in the FA Women's National League South. She is now calling for more financial support for female footballers who play outside the professional leagues, amid concern about the number of ACL injuries. "Something has to be put in place, if it's insurance, health care - some sort of way to help us," said Connolly-Brame, originally from Crawley in West Sussex. The ACL is a band of tissue in the knee joint. It helps the knee move and stay stable. and allows short, sharp turns and pivots. Connolly-Brame felt a sharp pain during…...

2+ hour, 10+ min ago (286+ words) Even amidst Nottingham Forest's turbulent start to the campaign, Elliot Anderson has continued his stellar form. That's why the midfielder is set to become one of the most sought-after stars in England when the end of the season rolls around, with the likes of Manchester United, Manchester City and Newcastle United all setting their sights on a deal for the player. Of the trio, it's likely the Magpies will be priced out of a move, with Forest ready to demand upwards of "100 million to sanction Anderson's exit " just two years after signing him from Newcastle for "35 million. Anderson himself, who hails from Whitley Bay in North Tyneside, may favour a return to his boyhood club, having been spotted in Newcastle's end at the Carabao Cup final last season celebrating their historic trophy win. Ultimately, though, it'll depend on which side…...

2+ hour, 24+ min ago (387+ words) Harvey Elliott is currently on loan and unused at Aston Villa, but FIFA rules make it difficult for him to move elsewhere for regular football this season. When Elliott went on loan to Villa in the summer, with an obligation to buy for "35 million if he made 10 appearances, it was seen as a good move for all. However, three months into his Villa career, he has made just five appearances and been included in none of their last five Premier League matchday squads. While manager Unai Emery has insisted this is purely performance-based, BBC Sport now report: "It appears Villa do not want to spend the money. "Profit and sustainability concerns come into consideration, while there have been suggestions they feel Elliott has not brought the quality they expected." Talks are expected over the player's future, with Elliott stuck at…...

2+ hour, 27+ min ago (619+ words) Manchester United are working to return to their heyday under Ruben Amorim, who took charge at the Theatre of Dreams in November 2024. After a disappointing 2024/25 season, in which they finished 15th in the Premier League table, the Red Devils are showing signs of revival this campaign. Amorim's side are seventh in the league table after 13 games, three points behind Aston Villa in fourth place. Central to their recent rise has been a well-worked summer transfer window, where INEOS strengthened both the attack and goalkeeping department. United's minority owners have implemented a stable football structure at Old Trafford and are progressing in a planned manner. Next on the Red Devils' agenda is the midfield, although defensive reinforcements cannot be ruled out in 2026. United have signed the likes of Matthijs de Ligt, Leny Yoro, Noussair Mazraoui and Ayden Heaven over the past 18 months…...

2+ hour, 52+ min ago (456+ words) Pep Guardiola has sent Arsenal an ominous warning in this season's title race after Manchester City closed the gap at the top of the Premier League. Man City moved to within two points of Arsenal on Tuesday night as they overcame Fulham in an incredible nine-goal thriller at Craven Cottage. City appeared to be cruising to victory when Sander Berge's own goal in the 54th minute handed them a 5-1 lead. However, the visitors ultimately had to survive a tense finish after Fulham struck three times in the space of 21 minutes to threaten an unlikely comeback. Arsenal will restore their five-point lead at the Premier League summit if they beat Brentford in Wednesday night's London derby at the Emirates Stadium. Speaking after City's win, Guardiola offered a timely reminder that his side have experience of winning league titles when they've been chasing…...