Kick Off: Van Dijk shows world-class 1v2 defending; 'Messi is good but not god'

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TOP HEADLINES

Cardiff 1-2 Chelsea: Azpilicueta scores OFFSIDE goal before Loftus-Cheek wins it

Chelsea boosted their hopes of a top-four finish in the Premier League as they fought back from a goal down to record a controversial 2-1 victory over relegation-threatened Cardiff City on Sunday that left Neil Warnock raging. 

Liverpool 2-1 Tottenham: Salah forces late own goal to send Reds back on top

A last-gasp own goal from Toby Alderweireld forced by Mohamed Salah sent Liverpool back to the top of the Premier League with a 2-1 win over Tottenham.

Real Madrid 3-2 Huesca: Benzema rescues Galacticos, Isco & Ceballos on target

Xabier Etxeita seemed to have earned Huesca a shock draw at Real Madrid, but Karim Benzema fired home to settle a five-goal thriller.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

Van Dijk's excellent defending against Sissoko helps Liverpool earn crucial win

This game swung Liverpool’s way the moment Virgil van Dijk did just enough to force Moussa Sissoko to blaze over the bar when clean through on goal.

Ronaldo's partner Georgina responds to pregnancy rumours

A recent photo of Cristiano Ronaldo's partner Georgina Rodriguez sparked rumours that she might be pregnant again, but these reports have been dismissed.

Lindelof misses Man Utd vs Watford after receiving death threats

Victor Lindelof missed Manchester United' s 2-1 win over Watford on Saturday after receiving death threats over his absence from international duty with Sweden last week.

Espanyol defender Pedrosa blasted by own fans after Messi shirt swap

Espanyol left-back Adrian Pedrosa has been blasted by his own fans for swapping shirts with Lionel Messi after the team’s 2-0 defeat by Barcelona on Saturday.

Ronaldo poses in just his boxers as he continues injury recovery

Cristiano Ronaldo is doing all he can to get back fit as quickly as possible, and the Juventus star posed for a picture following a swimming session.

PSG fans want Meunier dead after he 'likes' Man Utd Instagram post

The Red Devils celebrated Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's first permanent game in charge by beating the Hornets at Old Trafford.

Neither Messi nor Ronaldo did it! Benzema scores against La Liga every team he has faced

History is being made at Real Madrid by Karim Benzema.

Allegri has three possible plans for Ajax clash in case Ronaldo misses out

Cristiano Ronaldo is keeping fans of Juventus in suspense.

WHAT THEY SAY

Pope Francis: 'Messi is good but he is not God'

Lionel Messi may produce heavenly performances but Pope Francis called for calm in comparing the forward to God.

Casillas: I prefer Madrid player to equal my record, but Messi deserves it

Lionel Messi equalled Iker Casillas' LaLiga Santander wins record on Saturday and the goalkeeper has congratulated the Barcelona player.

'I don't deserve officials like that' - Cardiff boss Warnock furious at referees

Cardiff City boss Neil Warnock speaks to Sky Sports after his side lost 2-1 to Chelsea amid controversial referee decisions.

Zidane: Luca is the 3rd choice keeper but Courtois not ready & Navas needs rest

The Real Madrid manager spoke after the victory over Huesca and discussed the game, needing to boost moral and the goalkeeper situation with Courtois out and Navas rested.

'Sancho will return to Premier League'

The young England forward has enjoyed a fine debut season in Bundesliga - but has been already been linked with a return home.

TRANSFER NEWS

Herrera 'demands £200,000-a-week to stay at Man Utd' amid PSG interest (Mirror)

Ander Herrera has 'demanded wages of £200,000 per week' in order to sign a new deal at Manchester United.

Arsenal 'receive boost in Alaba transfer' after Lucas Hernandez joining Bayern

According to reports from the Independent, Arsenal have received a boost in the pursuit of Bayern Munich full-back David Alaba, one of those who might be offloaded following the announcement of Lucas Hernandez's arrival for a club record fee of €80m.

FEATURES

Reds' spirit of champions, Ole's at the wheel - 10 THINGS WE LEARNED from EPL

Liverpool left it late to beat Tottenham as they needed a Toby Alderweireld own-goal to ensure they strengthened their bid for the Premier League title.

VIDEO OF THE DAY

Chelsea fans want Sarri OUT by chanting 'F**k Sarriball'

FIXTURES (CET)

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