Swansea 2-0 Leicester :WILFRIED BONY was at the double as Swansea blitzed pastLeicester to move into the top six.

Wilfried Bony netted an impressive brace as Swansea cruised to an easy win against Leicester to move up to sixth in the Premier League. The Ivorian was back to his imperious best as he polished off a free flowing Jacks move to put the hosts in front, and then added a second after the break to make it three goals in as many games for the striker. Swansea made a nervy start to proceedings but the Liberty Stadium was soon in full voice when Gylfi...

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Real Madrid 3-1 Barcelona: Real Madrid overcame Neymar's early opening goal to see off arch rivals Barcelona 3-1 at the Bernabeu as LuisSuarez made his long-awaited debut for Barca.

Neymar stunned a packed and hostile Bernabeu with a superb opener to put Barca ahead after four minutes. But Cristiano Ronaldo levelled with a penalty in the 35th minute - the first goal the Catalan side had conceded in nine league outings this term - to inspire the comeback. Pepe made it 2-1 six minutes into the second half and a misunderstanding between Andres Iniesta and Javier Mascherano led to Real's third just after the hour when...

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Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 Bordeaux: Lucas scores two penalties to extend unbeaten streak

Lucas Moura was the hero as his two penalties helped fire Paris Saint-Germain to a much-needed 3-0 victory over Bordeaux in Ligue 1. Third-placed Bordeaux produced a resolute display for much of the first half at Parc des Princes on Saturday, but PSG ultimately came out on top in a match which saw both sides reduced to 10 men. The first to be dismissed was PSG defender Gregory van der Wie in the 28th minute, with the Netherlands international...

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Sunderland 0-2 Arsenal: Sanchez stars as Gunners triumph

At the Stadium of Light, Sanchez was the difference between Arsenal drawing and winning the game. His two goals owed plenty to huge mistakes from Wes Brown and Vito Mannone, but they also showed off the attributes that have enabled Alexis to adapt quickly to the Premier League. Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless handheld from Glo Mobi...

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West Brom 2-2 Crystal Palace

West Brom claimed a share of the spoils, though, as substitute Victor Anichebe halved the deficit shortly after the break before Berahino's seventh Premier League goal of the season ensured a 2-2 draw at the death. Hangeland, who continued to deputise for the injured Scott Dann, opened the scoring with a close-range effort from a Palace set-piece, before captain Jedinak added a second from 1 yards in first-half injury time. Anichebe's six-yard...

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Liverpool 0-0 Hull City:Mario Balotelli again fails to get on the scoresheet.

The Reds almost took the lead in the 13th minute after Mario Balotelli was set up by Raheem Sterling but the Italian international had his curling effort saved by Jakupovic. Brendan Rodgers' side continued to dominate the first half but failed to create any clear cut chances. The Reds continued to assert their dominance on the vistors in the second period yet again they failed to test Jakupovic. They continued to pile the pressure on...

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Southampton 1 Stoke City 0: Sadio Mane hitswinner as Ronald Koeman's side move up tosecond

New signing Saido Mane had a great opportunity to put the hosts early on but he dragged his effort wide of Asmir Begovic's post. Steven Davis had a great chance to bag the first goal of the game a few moments later, but the Northern Irishman failed to keep his effort on target. The hosts continued to dominate proceedings and Morgan Schneiderlin almost gave them the lead in the 30th minute. The Frenchman unleashed an unstoppable shot...

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Leeds SACK boss Darko Milanic andappoint Neil Redfearn as hisreplacement

Owner Massimo Cellino wielded the axe after a 2-1 defeat to Wolves today. The 46-year-old has been in charge just 32 days. Starsport understands that Neil Redfearn will take over as head coach and will take training on Monday morning. Cellino said: "I want to apologise to the supporters, they deserve better results." Milanic took just three points from a possible 18 in charge of Leeds. The Slovenian was recruited in the wake of David...

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West Ham United 2-1 Manchester City, Premier League - Champions suffer setback as hosts continue great start to season to stay fourth in table

West Ham United vs Manchester City, Premier League - Champions suffer setback as hosts continue great start to season to stay fourth in table West Ham United reinforced their claims for a push for the European places with a battling 2-1 win over champions Manchester City on Saturday. The Hammers were extremely lively against a City side who looked off the pace for much of the contest. Goals from Morgan Amalfitano and Diafra Sakho set them...

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Barcelona's Gerard Pique backs LuisSuarez to sink his teeth into ElClasico

Rather than tread carefully around their summer star signing, the shocking habit that has landed Suarez in trouble three times has become a laughing matter for Barca's stars. All eyes will be on the Bernabeu tomorrow night, with the former Liverpool striker set to make his eagerly-awaited debut against arch-rivals Real Madrid. The Uruguayan returns from his four- month suspension, for his World Cup attack on Italy defender Giorgio Chiellini, in an...

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Diego Costa may be risked by Chelsea for Manchester United clash

Jose Mourinho reveals striker has a 'little chance' to play at Old Trafford despite just overcoming a hamstring problem followed by a virus Given Manchester United's defensive problems this season, a trip to Old Trafford might not be a bad time to let a striker fully recover from hamstring and groin injuries – not to mention an overnight stay in hospital. But Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho disagrees. He remains steadfast in his view that a game against...

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Theo walcott include in arsenal squad against sunderland

Arsene Wenger had told the press that returning winger Theo Walcott was not quite ready, but the 25-year-old will travel to the Stadium of Light Theo Walcott has been included in Arsenal's travelling first- team squad to Sunderland, despite Arsene Wenger's concerns about whether he is ready to make his comeback. Wenger had suggested that Walcott would not be involved until the match against Burnley next week but, after watching him train this morning,...

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Real Madrid vs Barcelona: El Clasico set to be the world's first ever €1 billion match

Despite the absence of the world's most expensive footballer Gareth Bale, the Santiago Bernabéu will still play host to the most expensive match in history Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, Neymar, James Rodriguez ... this Saturday's El Clásico will contain such a sparkling array of talent that it is set to be the first ever €1 billion (£816m) football match. Despite the absence of the world's most expensive footballer in Gareth Bale...

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Balotelli facing police investigation overalleged threatening behaviour towards awoman

Mario Balotelli is being investigated for allegedly making verbal threats towards a woman, Greater Manchester Police have confirmed. The Liverpool striker reportedly took offence to a woman taking photos of his Ferrari in Wythenshawe around 15.00GMT on Thursday. Police confirmed that the matter is being looked into, but the attending officer is yet to submit a full statement. Balotelli has a history of involvement with police and only last month...

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Inter 0-0 Saint-Etienne

Inter drew 0-0 with Saint-Etienne in a lacklustregame at San Siro in the Europa League on Thursday night.The Serie A club - who were hit by the surprise resignation oflong-serving honorary president Massimo Moratti earlier in theday - had won both qualifiers and their Group F fixtures withQarabag and Dnipro going into the clash at San Siro.But while Inter have still not conceded a Europa League goal thisterm, Walter Mazzarri's side could not break...

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Borussia Monchengladbach 5-0 Apollon:

Borussia Monchengladbach eased to their first Europa Leaguegroup stage win of the campaign, thumping Apollon 5-0 onThursday at Borussia Park.After starting the game strongly, the hosts were gifted theperfect opportunity to open the scoring only 11 minutes intothe first half after a terrible defensive mistake from Hugo Lopez,and Ibrahima Traore fired the ball into the back of the net fromclose range to give his side a well deserved lead.Borussia Monchengladbach...

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Celtic 2-1 Astra

Celtic remain in pole position to qualify from Europa League Group D after a 2-1 triumph over pointless Astra on Thursday. The Romanian side travelled to Scotland without a point to their name and, although they troubled their hosts on several occasions, they were ultimately unable to keep Celtic at bay as Ronny Deila's men snatched a deserved win in the second half. Celtic looked more accomplished during the early stages as they pressed their visitors...

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Villarreal 4-1 Zurich

Bruno scored a stunning free-kick as Villarreal coasted to a 4-1win over Zurich in the Europa League at El Madrigal on Thursdaynight.This is the Yellow Submarine's ninth consecutive home victory ithe Europa League – group stage to final – bringing them oneshy of tying the current record of 10 held by Atletico Madridand Benfica.It took Villarreal just six minutes to open the scoring, as JavierEspinosa sent Gerard Moreno through on goal, with the strikerrounding...

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Tottenham 5-1 Asteras Tripolis

Erik Lamela scored a wonderful rabona goal and Harry Kane hit a superb hat-trick as Tottenham ran out convincing 5-1 winners over Asteras Tripolis in the Europa League at White Hart Lane on Thursday. Spurs had begun Group C with frustrating draws against Partiza and Besiktas, but Thursday's game at White Hart Lane saw a much more positive performance that was lit up by an outrageous goal from Lamela. Kane opened the scoring with an excellent strike...

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Lille 0-0 Everton

Merseyside club quell the threat of impressive on-loan Liverpool forward Divock Origi to leave France with a decent draw Everton remain top of their Europa League pool after battling to a 0-0 draw with Lille in a game that overshadowed by trouble involving visiting fans in the build-up. Lille went closest to finding a goal in the Group H clash when Idrissa Gueye struck wide in the first half. Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless handheld from Glo M...

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Standard Liege 0-0 Sevilla

Sevilla continued their Europa League title defence with an underwhelming 0-0 draw at troubled Standard Liege on Thursday. The Belgian Pro League side went into the encounter in wretched form after six defeats in their last 12 matches in all competitions, while Sevilla sit second in La Liga. But they held Sevilla to a draw to leave Group G in the balance, despite almost stealing a late victory themselves. Standard went into the match on the back...

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StYoung Boys 2-0 Napoli:

Napoli's perfect start to their Europa League campaign came to an end on Thursday courtesy of a 2-0 defeat at Young Boys. A closely contested game came to life early in the second half, when Guillaume Hoarau netted with a half volley. Leonardo Bertone then made it 2-0 on the break in stoppage time to give the hosts all three points, leapfrogging them above the Partenopei at the top of Group I. The first real opening came with a quarter of an hour...

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Liverpool cannot carry Balotelli any more

Liverpool's £16m gamble on the Italian, which seemed reasonable at the time, has now rebounded and Brendan Rodgers is left with a problem The irresistible brilliance of Real Madrid's front six was more than Liverpool''s great European tradition could withstand. More than Mario Balotelli could be bothered to fight against. More than Brendan Rodgers's team can cope with at this point in their redevelopment. Ripped apart by three Real Madrid goals in...

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Schalke to move for Torres

New Schalke coach Roberto Di Matteo is keen on reuniting with Fernando Torres, his former charge at Chelsea, and will launch a bid for the Spaniard in January. Source:Goal Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless handheld from Glo Mobi...

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Chelsea target Rudiger reveals he's an Arsenal fan

Stuttgart defender Antonio Rudiger has killed Chelsea's hopes of signing him, admitting his 'heart beats for Arsenal'. Source:goal Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless handheld from Glo Mobi...

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Former Derby Countyfootballer Medi Abalimbasent to prison forpretending to be Chelseaflop Gael Kakuta

A former Derby County footballer has been sent to prison for four years after fraudulently pretending to be Chelsea winger Gael Kakuta. Medi Abalimba, who played for Derby's youth team, spent £163,000 on stolen credit cards while telling people he was the France Under-21 man. Abalimba would allegedly swan into nightclubs with an entourage of people, including bodyguards and women, and spend thousands on champagne in exclusive VIP areas. He was eventually...

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Mario Balotelli swaps shirtswith Real Madrid’s Pepe athalf-time, is immediatelysubbed off by Liverpool

The controversial Liverpool frontman just has a habit of messing up, and after turning in a stinker of a first-half performance against Real Madrid, went on to do it again. That's right, things got even worse for Balotelli as he trudged off 3-0 down at half-time – as he thought it would be a good idea to ask for Pepe's shirt. At half-time. Yes. Brendan Rodgers had obviously seen enough and immediately hooked Balo, replacing him with Adam Lallana....

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Uefa champions league results

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Chelsea striker Loic Remy is refusing to rule himself out of this weekend's clash against Manchester United.

Chelsea striker Loic Remy is refusing to rule himself out of contention for this weekend's trip to Manchester United. The Frenchman limped out of Tuesday night's 6-0 Champions League Group G win over Maribor with a groin injury shortly after opening the scoring. Jose Mourinho, who is already without top goalscorer Diego Costa for Sunday's clash at Old Trafford, said after the match that he did not expect Remy to be fit to face United. But Remy is...

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Olympiakos 1-0 Juventus:

An outstanding second-half performance from Olympiakosgoalkeeper Roberto helped earn his side a 1-0 win over Juventuson Wednesday.With the Greek side leading thanks to Pajtim Kasami's first-halfgoal at the Karaiskakis Stadium in this Champions League GroupA encounter, Spaniard Roberto produced a string of superbsaves after the interval to ensure they claimed all three points.In the space of 15 minutes midway through the second period,he made remarkable...

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Galatasaray 0-4 Borussia Dortmund

Borussia Dortmund cemented their place at the top ofChampions League Group D with a dominant 4-0 victory atGalatasaray on Wednesday.Jurgen Klopp's men produced a trademark display of powerfulcounter-attacking football and the game was essentially out ofsight by half-time as Dortmund raced into a three-goal lead atthe Turk Telekom Arena.Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang opened the scoring when heapplied the finishing touch to Marco Reus' excellent low deliveryand...

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Liverpool 0-3 Real Madrid

Real Madrid ran out comfortable 3-0 winners over Liverpool atAnfield on Wednesday evening, as Cristiano Ronaldo continuedhis superb run of form.The Portugal international netted for the 20th time in 13appearances this season to open the scoring, and subsequentlymoved within one of former Real stalwart Raul's ChampionsLeague competition record of 71 goals.While the European champions' first featured slick passing andworld-class finish, Liverpool were...

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Anderlecht 1-2 Arsenal

A late Lukas Podolski goal gave Arsenal a dramatic 2-1 win over Anderlecht in the Champions League on Wednesday evening. The striker struck in the 90th minute to give the Gunners all three points, with Kieran Gibbs having cancelled out Andy Najar's opener two minutes earlier with a superb volley. The result leaves Arsenal on six points, and gives them their second win in the group stage, following their 4-1 success over Galatasaray Sent from my BlackBerry®...

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CSKA Moscow 2-2 Manchester City

A late Bibras Natkho penalty earned CSKA Moscow a 2-2 drawwith Manchester City on Tuesday and left the Premier Leaguechampions' European hopes in tatters in the process.City manager Manuel Pellegrini had described the Group E clashas a must-win game, but Natkho's late strike denied the visitorsat an Arena Khimki without supporters due to UefA sanctionsfollowing issues of racism and crowd trouble.Goals from Sergio Aguero and James Milner had looked...

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Porto 2-1 Athletic Bilbao

Ricardo Quaresma's late strike helped strengthen Porto's grip oGroup H of the Champions League as they beat Athletic Bilbao2-1.The experienced winger struck 15 minutes from time atthe Estadio Do Dragao on Tuesday to keep the hosts two pointsclear of Shakhtar Donetsk, who moved into second with a 7-0trouncing of BATE.Julen Lopetegui's side created the better chances early on andwere rewarded when Hector Herrera opened the scoring shortlybefore the...

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Barcelona 3-1 Ajax

Neymar and Lionel Messi helped Barcelona get their ChampionsLeague campaign back on track with a 3-1 win over Ajax atCamp Nou.The star forward duo have now both scored in each of Barca'spast five matches and Neymar gladly accepted a pass from hispartner in crime to net an early opener on Tuesday.Messi doubled the advantage in the 24th minute - his ninth goalof the season - and the prospect of Luis Enrique's teambouncing back from their surprise 3-2...

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