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Luke Littler advanced to the semi-finals of the World Darts Championship for a second year running as he cruised past Nathan Aspinall 5-2 in their last-eight clash. The 17-year-old made 15 maximums, taking his tally for the tournament past the…

Michael Van Gerwen overcame Callan Rydz in a thrilling quarter-final to set up a last-four clash with Chris Dobey at the World Darts Championship. The two men traded maximums in an enthralling contest before Van Gerwen capitalised on a Rydz…

Arsenal scored two goals in three second-half minutes to complete a 3-1 comeback victory at Brentford to move back up to second in the Premier League. The Gunners were behind after just 13 minutes when Bryan Mbeumo struck for Brentford…

Newcastle striker Alexander Isak’s rich vein of form has made him one of the hottest properties in European football. The 25-year-old Sweden international scored his 13th goal of the season in Monday night’s 2-0 win at Manchester United amid continued…

Wayne Rooney is out of work after leaving Plymouth with the club bottom of the Championship table. The former England striker headed into the job with a 26 per cent win rate for his managerial career, which fell still further…

Former England manager Gareth Southgate has jokingly revealed he is unlikely to be called ‘Sir’ by his family after being awarded a knighthood in the New Year Honours. The 54-year-old was recognised for his services to football and is the…

Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran has been charged by the Football Association with improper conduct for his reaction to his sending off against Newcastle on Stephen’s Day. The 21-year-old was shown a straight red card after being adjudged to have…

Wolves forward Matheus Cunha has been suspended for two matches after being involved in an altercation at the end of his side’s match against Ipswich on December 14. Cunha was seen confronting members of Ipswich’s security team after his side…

Liverpool have rejected Real Madrid’s first expression of interest in signing Trent Alexander-Arnold, according to reports. The 26-year-old’s future is set to be the subject of fevered speculation with his current Anfield deal due to expire in the summer. And…

Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna hailed Liam Delap after he inspired a special 2-0 victory over Chelsea, but insisted a maiden England call-up will not be on the forward’s mind. Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca had tipped his former Manchester City…