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Sometimes people like to play victim – Simba CEO hits out at ‘defamatory’ Ncikazi comments

Following Orlando Pirates co-coach Mandla Ncikazi’s explosive post-match comments in Tanzania, slamming the professionalism and treatment of his side by hosts Simba SC, club CEO Barbara Gonzalez has called these false and says Ncikazi is trying to protect his job by deflecting.

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April 19, 2022

International / Premier League / Soccer

Quadruple quest piles pressure on Liverpool: Van Dijk

Virgil van Dijk says talk of a historic quadruple for Liverpool belongs to the "outside world" and risks putting extra pressure on the Dutchman and his teammates.

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April 18, 2022

International / Soccer

Man United target Erik ten Hag as he suffers Dutch Cup final defeat with Ajax

Erik ten Hag, the man widely tipped to become the next Manchester United manager, suffered defeat on Sunday when his Ajax team lost 2-1 to PSV Eindhoven in the Dutch Cup final.

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April 18, 2022

FA Cup / International / Soccer

Chelsea’s Loftus-Cheek eyes Liverpool revenge in FA Cup final

Ruben Loftus-Cheek said Chelsea have their sights set on revenge over Liverpool in the FA Cup final after the midfielder's goal inspired a 2-0 win against Crystal Palace on Sunday.

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April 18, 2022

FA Cup / International / Soccer

Highlights and reactions as Chelsea progress to third consecutive FA Cup final

Thomas Tuchel praised Chelsea's focus and composure as they beat Crystal Palace 2-0 on Sunday to earn an FA Cup final showdown with quadruple chasers Liverpool. Catch all the highloights and reaction here.

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April 18, 2022

EPL / FA Cup / International / News / Soccer

Chelsea beat Crystal Palace to set up FA Cup final date with Liverpool

Chelsea will face quadruple chasers Liverpool in the FA Cup final after second-half goals from Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Mason Mount sealed a 2-0 win against Crystal Palace on Sunday.

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April 17, 2022

EPL / FA Cup / International / News / Soccer

Klopp salutes Liverpool as ‘best ever’ display seals FA Cup final place

Jurgen Klopp hailed one of Liverpool's "best ever" performances as the quadruple chasers reached the FA Cup final with a "special" 3-2 win against Manchester City on Saturday.

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April 17, 2022

EPL / FA Cup / International / News / Soccer

Guardiola defends team selection after Liverpool end Man City’s treble dream

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola told his players there will be "no excuses" if his bruised team comes up short in their triple trophy pursuit.

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April 17, 2022

EPL / International / News / Soccer

Rangnick wary of United’s defence against rampant Liverpool

Ralf Rangnick says Manchester United will be fortunate to even get a point against in-form Liverpool on Tuesday if they show the same defensive frailties they did in the 3-2 win over struggling Norwich.

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April 17, 2022

EPL / International / News / Soccer

Highlights: Ronaldo hat-trick saves Man Utd’s blushes

Catch up with highlights of the Premier League as Cristiano Ronaldo netted his 50th club hat-trick as Manchester United moved to within three points of Tottenham Hotspur in fourth with a battling 3-2 victory over Norwich City.

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April 17, 2022