20+ min ago (579+ words) Thomas Frank hit out at the decision to award a penalty against Rodrigo Bentancur, claiming even someone from the Newcastle camp told him the decision was incorrect. Spurs showed a much-needed response after a week in which they were beaten three times, twice coming from behind to earn a 2-2 draw at St James' Park. Bruno Guimaraes opened the scoring with 20 minutes remaining, before Cristian Romero scored the first of his two goals with a brilliant header. Newcastle's lead was restored from the spot in controversial circumstances. Their appeals for a penalty on Dan Burn were initially waved away, but the referee was told to look at the pitchside monitor and after a review deemed that Bentancur had wrestled him to the ground. Micky Van de Ven and Lucas Bergvall were among those to confront the fourth official on the touchline…...

7+ hour, 59+ min ago (1163+ words) An investigation into the Hillsborough disaster has found 12 police officers would have faced gross misconduct proceedings for "fundamental failures" on the day and "concerted efforts" to blame fans in the aftermath. A report published on Tuesday by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) also upheld or found cases to answer for misconduct in 92 complaints about police actions " but the law at the time means no officers will face disciplinary proceedings because they had all retired before investigations began. Investigations into the disaster by the IOPC and criminal probe Operation Resolve began in 2012, following the publication of the Hillsborough Independent Panel report, and cost more than "150 million. Speaking at a press conference with other family members, Charlotte Hennessy, whose father James was 29 when he died in the disaster, said: "We will never truly know the full extent of South Yorkshire…...

12+ hour, 34+ min ago (425+ words) Martin Odegaard could start his first game for Arsenal in two months when the Gunners host Brentford. Odegaard injured his knee at the start of October and he has now returned to action, but only as a substitute. The midfielder has come off the bench in Arsenal's last two games, getting 42 minutes under his belt. Odegaard could now start when the Gunners take on Brentford at Emirates Stadium on Wednesday night. Arsenal come into the match off the back of three huge games, with the last of those at Chelsea on Sunday. Mikel Arteta could therefore make changes to his side, although he is short of options in the heart of defence. Gabriel is out with a thigh injury, while William Saliba is struggling with the knock that forced him to miss the Chelsea game. "He had a little niggle,…...

13+ hour, 23+ min ago (440+ words) Mohamed Salah is expected to reclaim his place in Liverpool's starting line-up when Sunderland visit Anfield on Wednesday. The Egyptian - due to leave for the Africa Cup of Nations on December 15 - was left on the bench as the Premier League champions arrested their dismal run of form with a win over West Ham on Saturday, with Cody Gakpo preferred on the right flank. But as Arne Slot continues to manage Florian Wirtz's minutes, a front-line shuffle is expected as the Reds return to action. Speaking pre-match, Slot said Wirtz, Alexander Isak, and Joe Gomez would not be able to play three full matches in the space of a week. After the trio all started at the London Stadium, they could be rotated for Wednesday. Should Wirtz drop out of the XI, Gakpo would return to his preferred spot on the…...

13+ hour, 34+ min ago (315+ words) Liverpool are set to wave goodbye to Mohamed Salah for a number of weeks as the Egypt star heads off to the Africa Cup of Nations. The 2025 tournament kicks off slightly earlier than previous editions, with the group stage taking place over the second half of December, before the knockout stage begins in early January. That means a number of the Premier League's biggest stars are heading to host nation Morocco before the top-flight's traditionally busy festive period. AFCON rules state that clubs must release their players no later than December 15, with the tournament kicking off on December 21. Egypt's training camp, though, begins on Wednesday, December 3, before a closed camp commences on Sunday, December 7. Liverpool have now confirmed that Salah will skip the first week of camp, including Egypt's pre-tournament friendly against Nigeria on Sunday, December 14, and join up with…...

13+ hour, 52+ min ago (557+ words) Arsenal's streak of Premier League London derbies continues this week as they host Brentford. The Gunners beat Tottenham in the north London derby in their first match after the November international break, but were held to a 1-1 draw by ten-man Chelsea at the weekend. Those results have extended Arsenal's unbeaten run across all competitions to 17 matches and Mikel Arteta will be keen for his side to record an eighth straight home win. Brentford's only away win in the league so far this season came against West Ham in October but have lost the other five, conceding 12 goals in the process. Here's everything you need to know about the game" Arsenal vs Brentford is scheduled for a 7.30pm GMT kick-off on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. The match will take place at the Emirates Stadium. TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised…...

14+ hour, 33+ min ago (383+ words) Liverpool boss Arne Slot has confirmed that Mohamed Salah will leave for the Africa Cup of Nations on December 15. Rumours had circulated that the Reds" talisman could leave Merseyside early after Egypt booked a pre-tournament friendly against Nigeria for December 14, the day after Liverpool host Brighton at Anfield in the Premier League. But Slot will have a full complement of internationals available for the Seagulls" visit. The Dutchman confirmed that Liverpool made the decision in conjunction with the Egyptian FA. "The way we have worked is that there's a communication between all three - the player, the club and country," he explained. "That's nothing new. But FIFA have said December 15 is the last day a player has to be released." Salah has fallen out of favour under Slot this season and has come in for criticism after his lacklustre performances came…...

14+ hour, 47+ min ago (488+ words) Oliver Glasner has confirmed that Ismaila Sarr suffered ankle ligament damage during Crystal Palace's 2-1 defeat to Manchester United. Sarr was replaced in the 38th minute following a heavy challenge from Diogo Dalot, and was seen leaving Selhurst Park on crutches. Glasner said at full-time that he did not know whether Sarr would play again for Palace in 2025, and he confirmed the supporters' worst fears ahead of the side's trip to Burnley on Wednesday evening. "Isma'la Sarr is out for this game," Glasner said at the pre-match press conference on Tuesday afternoon. "Honestly, it doesn't look too bad, but he will definitely miss both games this week. "There are some issues with his ankle ligaments. They are not completely torn, but there are some issues with the ankle very swollen. "But we are still hopeful, and I know our medical department, how…...

15+ hour, 3+ min ago (636+ words) Liverpool host Sunderland in what promises to be an emotional midweek Premier League fixture. While the Reds will go in search of victory to back up their 2-0 win over West Ham at the weekend, the match falls a day before Diogo Jota would have turned 29. Jota, and his brother Andre Silva, sadly passed away after a car crash in July and the impact of his loss is still being felt by the Liverpool squad, as recently highlighted by Andy Robertson. Liverpool supporters have sung Jota's song in the 20th minute of every match this season and the tribute will certainly carry more weight against the Black Cats considering the circumstances. Sunderland, meanwhile, staged a stunning comeback against Bournemouth at the weekend to sit one place and one point ahead of the Reds in the Premier League table. Here's everything you need…...

15+ hour, 50+ min ago (1082+ words) An investigation into the Hillsborough disaster has found 12 police officers would have faced gross misconduct proceedings for "fundamental failures" on the day and "concerted efforts" to blame fans in the aftermath. A report published on Tuesday by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) also upheld or found cases to answer for misconduct in 92 complaints about police actions " but the law at the time means no officers will face disciplinary proceedings because they had all retired before investigations began. Investigations into the disaster by the IOPC and criminal probe Operation Resolve began in 2012, following the publication of the Hillsborough Independent Panel report, and cost more than "150 million. Nicola Brook, a solicitor at Broudie Jackson Canter acting for several bereaved families, said it was a "bitter injustice" that'no-one would be held to account. She said: "This outcome may vindicate the bereaved…...