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Andrew claims £15m for Carroll is great business by West...
Football agent Sky Andrew joins H and J to discuss Andy Carroll's future, with West Ham hopeful of concluding a permanent deal for the striker. The Hammers have agreed a 15million fee with Liverpool for the England international, who has spent the season on loan at Upton Park. read more
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Gerry Armstrong on Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid reign
Gerry Armstrong, former football star and co-commentator for Sky Sports' coverage of La Liga, joined Hawksbee and Jacobs to assess Jose Mourinho's reign at Real Madrid. Mourinho will leave the Bernabeu at the end of the season after three years in charge, having failed to win any major silverware this season. read more
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Will Greenwood on Wilkinson, Warburton and the Lions
England World Cup winner Will Greenwood looks ahead to this summer's tour of Australia - and admits he hopes Jonny Wilkinson is not needed by the Lions. There has been much speculation that the Toulon fly-half will be a late addition to Warren Gatland's squad but, having himself been forced out of a Lions tour through injury, Greenwood insists he hopes that fate doesn't befall either Owen Farrell or Johnny Sexton to create the opening for Wilkinson. read more
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Terry Conroy 'saddened' by Tony Pulis' departure from...
Former Stoke forward Terry Conroy joins H and J to react to reports the club have parted company with long-serving boss Tony Pulis. Pulis will leave the Britannia after seven years at the helm, during which he guided the club from the Championship to Premier League security. "It's taken me by surprise. I knew there were issues but I felt they were going to be sorted and everything would be OK for next season," Conroy said. read more
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Gibson: Most of Real Madrid's players are glad Mourinho...
Terry Gibson, former Manchester United star turned expert Spanish football pundit, says Real Madrid expected more from Jose Mourinho and he will not be missed at the Bernabeu. The Spanish giants confirmed on Monday that Mourinho will leave in the summer having failed to lead the club to any major silverware this season. read more
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Evans: Liverpool set for summer clear-out
The Times' football editor Tony Evans says he expects Brendan Rodgers to oversee big changes at Liverpool in the summer. But he has warned the Reds boss against signing a host of young players, claiming experience is needed now Jamie Carragher has hung up his boots. read more
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Hunter: Ronaldo to Chelsea makes no sense
talkSPORT's Spanish football expert Graham Hunter claims there's no way Cristiano Ronaldo will join Chelsea this summer. Rumours have been circulating suggesting the Real Madrid star could be on his way to Stamford Bridge this summer, along with manager Jose Mourinho. But Hunter, who covers La Liga for a number of different publications, believes a falling-out the pair have had, coupled with Sergio Perez's desire to hold on to the former Manchester United flyer, mean the 28-year-old will...
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Smith: Wenger has realised that Arsenal need to spend
Former Arsenal striker, Alan Smith, claims Arsene Wenger has realised that will have to splash the cash this summer if the Gunners are compete with the Premier League big boys. The north London side have become something of a selling club in recent years after letting Cesc Fabregas, Samir Nasri and Robin van Persie leave in previous transfer windows. Some fans of the Emirates club appear to be unhappy with the level of investment at Arsenal but former hitman Smith claims the Frenchman is...
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Wretch 32 visits Hawksbee and Jacobs
Grime MC Wretch 32 joins Hawksbee and Jacobs in talkSPORT Towers.
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Tom Watt on David Beckham's retirement
Tom Watt, ghost-writer of David Beckham's autobiography, reflects on his time working with the retiring football superstar and says he was left hugely impressed by the former England captain's focus.
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Clips of the Week - Friday, May 17
Listen again to your favourite fudge ups from the last week... Clips of the Week on talkSPORT with TuneIn. Visit tuneIn.com or download the app for more great talkSPORT clips and exclusive interviews.
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Omid Djalili joins Hawksbee and Jacobs in the studio
Omid Djalili, stand-up comedian, actor and writer, joined Hawksbee and Jacobs in the studio on Friday and discussed his beloved Chelsea.
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Grant Wahl on David Beckham's MLS legacy
The Sports Illustrated writer joins Paul and Andy to look back on the England legend's career in America with LA Galaxy. Beckham joined the club in 2007 at the age of 31 and had plenty of success as he lifted two MLS Cups with the club and helped increase the league's popularity. And it is believed that the ex-Manchester United star could take up an option to buy an MLS team in the future. Wahl also looks at Frank Lampard's new deal at Chelsea after he was rumoured to be close to joining...
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Parlour: Beckham is the perfect ambassador
Former Arsenal star, Ray Parlour, claims David Beckham will be busy after announcing his retirement from football - because he is the perfect ambassador for the game. The former England skipper will hang up his boots at the end of the season, after winning league titles in England, Spain, USA and France. read more
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Laurens on Beckham's retirement from professional...
talkSPORT's man in France, Julien Laurens, looks back on David Beckham's retirement from professional football. The former England captain has decided to call time on his career at the end of the season, having won championships in England, Spain and France. The 38-year-old joined PSG in January following a five-year spell in the United States with Los Angeles Galaxy and had been offered the chance to remain with the French club for another season. read more
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Cascarino: Benitez has improved Chelsea players
Tony Cascarino says Rafa Benitez has improved Chelsea since being appointed interim manager. Benitez has guided the club to a top four finish the Premier League with a game to spare and led them to Europa League glory, following Wednesday night's 2-1 victory over Benfica. read more
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David Gower on England's Test series against New Zealand
Former England cricket captain David Gower discusses his role as an ambassador for Laithwaite's Wine and looks ahead to the upcoming Test series against New Zealand as Alastair Cook's side look to lay down a marker ahead of the Ashes.
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Alan Fletcher aka Karl Kennedy joins Hawksbee and Jacobs
Top actor and huge Australian cricket fan, Alan Fletcher aka Karl Kennedy, joins the boys in talkSPORT Towers.
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Auclair on Mancini’s possible Monaco move
talkSPORT's France football expert Philippe Auclair joins Paul and Andy to share all the latest news from across the Channel. Auclair share his thoughts on rumours that Roberto Mancini is set to be Monaco's new manager following his departure from Manchester City, and reveals the Ligue 2 side may instead keep former Chelsea manager Claudio Ranieri at the helm. read more
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James on Roberto Mancini’s Man City departure
Gary James, author of 'Manchester: The City Years', joins Paul and Andy to share his thoughts on Roberto Mancini's Man City exit. The writer says he would have liked to see the Italian continue the job next season and that he looked forward to how the team responded in their Premier League and Champions League campaigns. James also questioned the timing of Mancini's exit, exactly a year on from last season's league title success and with two games left to play.
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Agnew: Mancini's status is still very high in Italy
talkSPORT's man in Rome, Paddy Agnew, says Roberto Mancini will not be short of suitors in his homeland if he is sacked by Manchester City. The Italian is expected to be axed by City this week and Agnew said: "He would be welcome at a lot of places. His status is very high here. He did very well in his time with Inter Milan, he did well with Fiorentina, he did well with Lazio. read more
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Cascarino: Chelsea can get another three years out of...
Tony Cascarino reflects on the penultimate weekend of Premier League action, as his former club Chelsea all but secured a top four finish and Champions League qualification by beating Aston Villa 2-1. Frank Lampard was again the hero for Chelsea, scoring two goals to overtake Bobby Tambling as the club's all-time leading goalscorer. read more
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Stuart Brennan: 'Manchester City players won't shed many...
Manchester Evening News reporter Stuart Brennan insists there won't be too many tears shed in the Manchester City dressing room at the imminent departure of manager Roberto Mancini. The Italian looks certain to be axed and replaced with Malaga coach Manuel Pellegrini news that has been met with widespread anger among the Etihad fans but Brennan doesn't believe those feelings will be shared by many of the squad. read more
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Clips of the Week - Friday, May 10
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Clips of the Month for April
Listen again to some of the boys' favourites from the previous month.
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Vickery on Ferguson's impact in South America and the...
talkSPORT's man from across the Atlantic looks at how the news of the Man United boss' retirement has been received on the continent. And he reveals that South American coaches have a fascination about Sir Alex Ferguson which he believes borders on 'Beatlemania. Vickery also talks about the latest news from Brazil and Argentina and reckons that River Plate's young Colombian defender der Fabin lvarez Balanta could be the next big thing. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every weekday from...
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White: Moyes will not be overawed by Ferguson
The Daily Telegraph's Jim White says David Moyes is the right type of character to work under Sir Alex Ferguson, with the Everton boss set to replace his fellow Scot at Manchester United in the summer. read more
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Eamonn Holmes: 'It's either Moyes or Mourinho for Man...
TV presenter Eamonn Holmes, an ardent Manchester United supporter and close friend of Sir Alex Ferguson, joined H and J following the Scot's announcement that he will retire at the end of the season. Holmes paid tribute to Ferguson and claimed David Moyes or Jose Mourinho are the only two contenders to succeed him at Old Trafford. read more
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Listen again to Paul Reid recreating Fergie's famous...
The impressionist gives Paul and Andy a glimpse of what many Man United players past and present have had to contend with in the dressing room.
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O'Keeffe: There's no bad blood between Moyes and Rooney
Liverpool Echo journalist, Greg O'Keeffe, claims Wayne Rooney and David Moyes, who will link up at Manchester United next season, can still work together - even after their 2007 dispute. The Everton manager sued Rooney for comments made in his autobiography 'My Story So Far', where he accused the Scot of being overbearing, controlling and ultimately responsible for the ex-Toffee striker's 27million transfer to United in 2004. read more
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Hilarious Manchester United fan cries after hearing of...
Listen to this Red Devils fan who's been sent home from work after hearing the 'devastating' news about Sir Alex Ferguson's departure from Manchester United.
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David Campese previews the British and Irish Lions tour
Former Australia winger, David Campese, tells Hawksbee and Jacobs about the upcoming tour this summer.
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Kenny Hibbitt on what next for Wolves after Dean...
Kenny Hibbitt joined H and J on Tuesday afternoon to discuss where Wolves go now after Dean Saunders became the latest manager to lose his job at Molineux. Saunders was axed after the club suffered a second consecutive relegation which will see them playing in League One next season. read more
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Neil Harris: Kenny Jackett has been phenomenal for...
Neil Harris says Kenny Jackett will be a big miss for Millwall after his decision to step down as manager. The former Wales international had been one of the longest-serving manager's in the Football League after being appointed in 2007. He guided the club from promotion to the League One and leaves them a stable Championship side. read more
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Agnew: Pogba is going to be a big star for Juventus
talkSPORT's man in Italy, Paddy Agnew, joins H and J to review the weekend's Serie A action as Juventus clinched their second straight title. And Agnew said former Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba has been hugely impressive since joining Juve last summer after turning down a new contract at Old Trafford. "He looks a better player with every game," he said. "He looks like he is going to be a big star for Juventus in the future."
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Barclay on Luiz's wink, Fergie's squad and Wigan's...
Evening Standard journalist, Paddy Barclay, talks Hawksbee and Jacobs through the latest Premier League action at the weekend. Among other topics Barclay discusses David Luiz's wink, which saw Rafael sent off for Manchester United, during the Red Devils' 1-0 defeat to Chelsea at Old Trafford. read more
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Picture: Supermac!
After hearing in last week's Clips of the Week that Trevor McDonald used to turn out for Newcastle, we found this image....
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Ralf Little joins Hawksbee and Jacobs
Comic actor and huge Manchester United fan Ralf Little visits talkSPORT Towers.
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Pinto: 'Mourinho to Chelsea is pretty much a done deal'
World Soccer's Portuguese correspondent Pedro Pinto says he expects Jose Mourinho to leave Real Madrid and return to Chelsea in the summer. Mourinho reportedly met Roman Abramovich at a restaurant in London earlier this week to discuss terms ahead of a move back to Stamford Bridge. And Pinto, speaking on the Hawksbee and Jacobs show on Friday afternoon, said: "Everybody in Portugal thinks it is a matter of time before he goes back to Chelsea. I know that it is pretty much a done deal."
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Murray on Wolves' fight for Championship safety
Former Molineux favourite, Matt Murray, tells Hawksbee and Jacobs about Wolves' fight for Championship safety.
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John Crace on Harry Redknapp's life in football
The Guardian journalist joins the boys to discuss his new book 'Harry's Game' where he looks at the QPR manager's career. He talks about how Redknapp idolised Bobby Moore and how the England legend got him into a coaching job. Crace goes on to to talk about the former Tottenham boss' ambitious nature and how he wants to be loved too much but believes his jokes often cost him in the long run, as happened with his quip about Darren Bent. He also talks about Redknapp missing out on the England...
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Nuyens: Benitez will stay at Aston Villa
talkSPORT's Belgian football expert, Rudy Nuyens, claims Christian Benteke is happy at Aston Villa and will stay with Paul Lambert's side for another 'year or two'. The Villans striker, 22, has been linked with a move away from Villa Park, with Inter Milan and Liverpool interested in his services. But Nuyens, who covers football in Belgium for a number of different publications, claims the ex-Genk star isn't going anywhere. read more
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Gibson on Barcelona's thrashing at the hands of Bayern...
The former footballer and La Liga expert looks at the Spanish side's humiliating 7-0 aggregate defeat to the German title winners in the Champions League semi-finals. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every weekday from 1pm-4pm
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Vickery laughs off Damiao to Tottenham reports
talkSPORT's man in Rio, Tim Vickery, brings H and J the latest South American-related football news. Vickery says Leandro Damiao is no closer to a move to Tottenham despite Internacional president Giovanni Luigi claiming the London club are in pole position to sign the Brazilian striker this summer. And he also claims the world famous Maracana stadium is 'nowhere near ready' after reopening at the weekend following lengthy renovations ahead of the 2014 World Cup.
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David Haye on his fight against Manuel Charr and Audley...
British heavyweight boxer David Haye joined H and J on the show to look ahead to his next fight, against Manuel Charr in June, and to give his thoughts on Audley Harrison's decision to retire.
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Dixie Carter visits Hawksbee and Jacobs
CEO of TNA Wresting, Dixie Carter, joins the boys to discuss the latest news from the ring.
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Evagora: It's very unlikely Wenger will join PSG this...
Head of News at Eurosport, Andreas Evagora, claims there's no chance Arsene Wenger will join Paris St Germain this summer. Reports in the morning papers suggested the Arsenal boss could be set for a switch to Ligue 1, after eight seasons without a trophy at the Emirates. But Evagora claims the Frenchman will stay at the north London side for the foreseeable future, but could make a move later on in his career. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every weekday afternoon fro 1-4pm only on...
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Jason Leonard on the Lions squad selection
Jason Leonard, England's most-capped player and a World Cup winner, joined Hawksbee and Jacobs in the studio to give his reaction to today's Lions squad announcement. read more
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Video: Meet the linesman who's crazier than Luis Suarez
If you thought Luis Suarez's arm munching antics were shocking then brace yourselves for this extraordinary clip from a Russian reserve game between Amkar and Terek, which ended in chaos last Friday. It remains unclear quite what linesman Musa Kadyrov was thinking at full-time, when he attacked Amkar's youth team player, Ilya Krichmara, in uncompromising fashion. The Russian FA have responded quickly and strongly by banning the official from football for life. read more
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Courtney: Newcastle were gutless against Liverpool
Graham Courtney, talkSPORT's man in the north east, reflects on Newcastle's crushing 6-0 defeat to Liverpool at St James' Park on Saturday. The result has left Alan Pardew's side just five points above third-from-bottom Wigan, who have a game in hand. read more
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Agnew on Arsenal target Jovetic: 'He reminds me of a...
Paddy Agnew, World Soccer's man in Rome, gives H and the lowdown on Fiorentina star Stevan Jovetic. Arsenal are reported to have opened talks with the Serie A side over a deal for the 25m-rated Montenegro forward. And Agnew believes he would be a good buy for the Gunners, saying: "He reminds me of a young Platini. He's a number ten, he plays in behind the front guys, but he's very capable of scoring too. He's got a great shot from outside the area, he's got great vision - he's a very good...
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Clips of the Week - Friday, April 26
Listen again to the favourite part of the talkSPORT week.... Clips of the Week on talkSPORT with TuneIn. Visit tuneIn.com or download the app for more great talkSPORT clips and exclusive interviews.
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Tony Boselli previews the NFL draft
Former Jacksonville Jaguars offensive tackle, Tony Boselli, joins the boys to look ahead to next season's American football action.
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Tony Woodcock on the rise of the Bundesliga
The ex-Arsenal and Cologne star looks back at emphatic victories for Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League. And he talks about how Germany changed the way they develop their youth players over a decade ago and feels their results against Barcelona and Real Madird prove their alterations have worked brilliantly. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every weekday from 1pm-4pm.
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Vickery: Suarez is judged by unfair standards due to...
The South American football correspondent gives us the view from his country after he bit Branislav Ivanovic. He feels that Luis Suarez plays with a win at all costs mentality which clashes with English culture, especially in the Premier League where every incident is heavily scrutinised by the media and moral hysteria often breaks out after controversial incidents. And he reveals that people in his home nation believe he is being treated differently because of his nationality.
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Lowe: It could be the end of an era for Barcelona
Spain-based journalist Sid Lowe joins Hawksbee and Jacobs to assess what went wrong for Barcelona in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final with Bayern Munich. Barcelona were crushed 4-0 by the German giants at the Allianz Arena on Tuesday night and Lowe says the La Liga side may have finally been caught up by their European rivals. read more
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David Weir on the London Marathon, that wheelchair...
Six-time Paralympic champion David Weir joined H and J after narrowly missing out on a seventh London Marathon victory on Sunday with a fifth-placed finish in the wheelchair race.
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Lethal Bizzle talks music and Arsenal with H & J
British rapper Lethal Bizzle joined H and J in the studio on Tuesday to talk music and his beloved Arsenal.
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Poll claims Liverpool should have had Suarez and...
Liverpool should have had Luis Suarez AND Daniel Sturridge sent off during Sundays draw with Chelsea, according to former Premier League referee Graham Poll. Suarez is facing retrospective action after biting Branislav Ivanovic in the second half of the Premier League clash - an incident missed by referee Kevin Friend. read more
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Marsh: Harry Redknapp not at fault for QPR’s demise
Former QPR forward Rodney Marsh joined Paul and Andy to talk about the Super Hoops relegation battle, plus the highlights of the weekends Premier League action. Marsh revealed he believes the clubs woes started before Redknapp had even arrived at the club, after a series of questionable signings in the summer transfer window. The ex-Rangers striker said: He was dealt a very poor hand, their relegation battle really started last summer when they signed so many poor footballers. read more
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WWE legend Mick Foley joins H & J in the studio
Wrestling legend Mick Foley popped into talkSPORT Towers on Monday for an entertaining chat with Andy and Paul.
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Nelson on Chisora, Cleverley and Fury
Former crusierweight champion, Johnny Nelson, tells the boys about the latest boxing news from the weekend, including news from Derek Chisora, Nathan Cleverly and Tyson Fury.
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Van der Kraan: Ajax sold Suarez becasue of his bite on...
talkSPORTs Dutch football expert, Marcel van der Kraan, claims Ajax sold Luis Suarez because of his bite on PSV star Otman Bakkal in 2010. The Uruguayan moved to Anfield in January 2011, just months after the incident with the Dutch international during an Eredivison match. Suarez is embroiled with another controversial incident after he was caught biting the arm of Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic during Liverpools 2-2 Premier League draw with the Blues on Sunday afternoon. read more
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Auclair on Girard's possible future in the Premier League
talkSPORTs man in France, Philippe Auclair, claims Rene Girard would be a fit for a club like Fulham, but would struggle at a top six team. The Montpellier boss has expressed his desire to work in England, telling The Daily Telegraph, Managing in England appeals to me. Ive started to learn English. Ive talked to Arsne. Ive known Arsne since he was at Strasbourg. We played in the Champions League this season. They won [twice] but we made the games difficult for them. read more
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Clips of the Week - Friday, April 19
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Rugby star Jamie Roberts on becoming a doctor
The Wales centre talks about graduating from the Cardiff University School of Medicine and his future as a player.
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Cascarino: I can't believe Terry is not in the Chelsea...
Tony Cascarino reflects on Chelseas 3-0 victory over Fulham on Wednesday night, a result which moved Rafa Benitezs side above Arsenal and up to third in the Premier League. read more
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Peter Reid on Everton's top four hopes, Barkley and Moyes
The former Toffees midfielder looks back on their 0-0 draw with Arsenal as they look to qualify for the Champions League. He was impressed by Evertons performances against the Gunners and refuted claims from Arsene Wenger about their physical tactics. Reid also gives a special mention to Ross Barkley who starred at the Emirates and believes hes an outstanding prospect for the Goodison Park side. He also talks about Victor Anichebes recent form as he fights his way back into their first-team....
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Vickery on why Pellegrini could be the new Chelsea boss
talkSPORTs South American correspondent discusses the career of the Malaga coach being linked with the Blues. He reveals that Manuel Pellegrini may have met with Chelsea directors on Monday with a view to opening talks about him moving to Stamford Bridge. Vickery looks at his time as a manager at several Chilean and Ecudorian teams before his spells at Villarreal, Real Madrid and now Malaga. And he also believes he could be up for the challenge in west London. You can listen to Hawksbee and...
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Davis on Fulham v Chelsea and Lampard's future
Former Cottagers star Sean Davis claims England midfielder Frank Lampard is still good enough to compete at the top level - and could even end up playing for Manchester United. The Chelsea man is set to leave Stamford Bridge this summer, when his contract expires, and has been linked with a switch to Old Trafford, along with MLS side LA Galaxy. And ex-Fulham, Tottenham and Portsmouth midfielder Davis believes a move to the north west would be good for all parties. read more
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Lawrence Okoye visits Hawksbee and Jacobs
Discus star turned NFL hopeful, Lawrence Okoye, joins the boys to discuss his hopes of breaking into the American sport. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every weekday afternoon from 1-4pm only on talkSPORT
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Ratcliffe on Moyes, Jelavic and Arsenal v Everton
Former Everton star Kevin Ratcliffe looks ahead to Tuesday nights Premier League fixture at the Emirates between the Toffees and Arsenal. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every weekday afternoon from 1-4pm only on talkSPORT
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Pickett on UFC and his beloved Tottenham
Bantamweight UFC fighter Brad Pickett joins Danny Kelly and Andy Jacobs at talkSPORT Towers for a chat about his time in the sport.
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Laurens: Rooney to PSG is not a done deal
talkSPORTs man in France, Julien Laurens, claims reports suggesting Wayne Rooney could be on his way to Paris St Germain were a publicity stunt. The Manchester United striker has been linked with the Ligue 1 side after former club advisor Michel Moulin said: I announce to you from trusted sources: Rooney to PSG is done. He will be there next season. But Laurens, who covers the French leagues for La Parisien, claims the whole event was to gain recognition for Moulins media outlet Le Sport....
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Winter: Aguero must be banned for Luiz challenge
The Daily Telegraphs Henry Winter looks back on a controversial weekend of football, with Millwalls FA Cup semi-final against Wigan and Newcastles derby clash with Sunderland marred by violence. read more
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Clips of the Week - Friday, April 12
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Gibson: The four best teams are left in the Champions...
Sky Sports Spanish football expert Terry Gibson joins Hawksbee and Jacobs to discuss the battle for Champions League glory. La Liga rivals Barcelona and Real Madrid will be in Fridays draw along with Bundesliga sides Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich. It is fascinating that we have got the two best teams in Germany and the two best teams in Spain. I think the four best teams are left in the tournament now, said Gibson, the former Tottenham and Manchester United forward.
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Yaroshevsky on Arsenal star Arshavin's retirement plans
Russia Today journalist, Alexey Yaroshevsky, claims Arsenal have had no interest in Andrey Arshavin but believes retiring at the end of the season would be a mistake by the former Zenit star. The 31-year-old is reportedly weighing up his options, with his contract set to expire this summer, and could turn his back on the game. But Yaroshevsky claims the Russia forward should look for another club during the transfer window, rather than hanging up his boots. You can listen to Hawksbee and...
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Lowe on Mourinho's return to Chelsea
talkSPORTs man in Spain, Sid Lowe, casts his eye over the possible return of Jose Mourinho to Chelsea. The self-proclaimed Special One is set to leave Real Madrid at the end of the season, following a tumultuous time in Spains capital. And Lowe, who covers La Liga for World Soccer magazine, believes it wont be long before we see the Portuguese boss back at Stamford Bridge. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every afternoon from 1-4pm only on talkSPORT
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Whelan 'respects' FA decision not to hold minute's...
Wigan chairman Dave Whelan says he respects the Football Associations decision to ignore his plea for a minutes silence to be held in memory of Margaret Thatcher. Whelan had called for the former Prime Ministers death to be marked ahead of his clubs FA Cup semi-final against Millwall on Saturday. But, after that was ruled out, he told talkSPORT: It is entirely a decision for the FA and whatever the decision they make it is important we respect it. There is nothing worse than a minutes...
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May: Neville still has a lot to offer football
David May joins Des Kelly and Andy Jacobs to give his reaction to the news Phil Neville will leave Everton at the end of the season. The 36-year-old announced on Tuesday that he will not be signing a new deal at Goodison Park after eight years with the Merseyside club. read more
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Niall Quinn: Man City derby win would ease pressure on...
Former Manchester City striker Niall Quinn believes a win for the Citizens in Mondays highly anticipated Manchester derby will ease the pressure currently on manager Roberto Mancini. The Sky Blues are still in pursuit of United at the top of the Premier League, a chase that many believe is over as the Red Devils stand 15 points clear of their neighbours. But Quinn believes its not just pride at stake for the sides, as City aim to keep their dream of retaining the league title alive. read more
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Brennan: Man City were always confident of keeping Toure
Manchester Evening News reporter Stuart Brennan says there were never any fears Yaya Toure would leave Manchester City this summer. read more
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Gerard Butler on his love for Celtic and his new film...
The Hollywood superstar pops in to talkSPORT Towers. As you do... WARNING: Contains some bad language
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Johnson: The French are appalled by Barton's pathetic...
The French football expert looks at the English midfielders Twitter tirade towards Thiago Silva. The Queens Park Rangers man, who is currently on loan at Marseille in Ligue Un, has been pilloried by the press in France after he branded the Paris St-Germain star an overweight ladyboy. He tells us the issue started when Barton slated the defenders international team-mate Neymar for his recent performances, but he believes that PSGs threat of legal action over his insulting behaviour wont come...
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Cascarino warns Mourinho over Chelsea return
Tony Cascarino says he is not sure whether bringing back Jose Mourinho would be a good move for Chelsea or the Portuguese manager. Mourinho is being tipped to leave Real Madrid in the summer and return to Stamford Bridge. But Cascarino, the clubs former striker, said: It looks perfect but very few times in life do people come back and make a success of it. In lots and lots of ways I think absolutely yes [he should return] but there is always that niggling doubt.
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Molinari on Masters preparation and his love of West Ham
The three-time European tour winner and hero of Europes Ryder Cup triumph in Medinah, Francesco Molinari, joined Sam Delaney and Andy Jacobs to discuss the build up to this months Masters at Augusta, as well as his surprising love for West Ham United.
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Minto previews PSG v Barcelona
Sky Sports Spanish football expert Scott Minto looks ahead to Tuesday nights Champions League quarter-final tie.
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Merson: Pressure is on Tottenham in top four race
Paul Merson joins Andy Jacobs and Sam Delaney to look ahead to this weekends Premier League action. The former England midfielder says Wigan v Norwich is the biggest clash, as he believes a win for the home side will drag a host of other sides into a relegation battle. And Merson says the pressure to secure a top four spot is on Tottenham, who meet Swansea at the Liberty Stadium on Saturday, and not north London rivals Arsenal, who tackle Reading at the Emirates on the same day.
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Laurens: Lizarazu is right to criticise Beckham
talkSPORTs man in France, Julien Laurens, claims Bixente Lizarazu is right to citicise David Beckham for his promotional trip to China. The former France star said: I am sorry, but travelling to China to promote football only 10 days before the most important game of the season is simply not the right way to prepare, Lizarazu told TF1. No other club would allow one of their players to go on a trip like this. Its unprofessional. read more
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Poll: Who is madder - David Icke or Geri Halliwell?
Andy Jacobs and Sam Delaney need your thoughts after the Spice Girl was thrown out of a gym for putting her dog on the treadmill.
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Kyle Rudolph and John Sullivan visit Delaney and Jacobs
Minnesota Vikings stars Kyle Rudolph and John Sullivan join the boys in a studio to look ahead to their NFL match against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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Butcher: It's extraordinary that Cook is being writen...
Former England batsman believes its nonsense that some pudits have slammed the openers leadership following the 0-0 draw with New Zealand.
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Marc Bircham on the wages of academy players
The QPR coach discusses youth team players and their pay after Carlton Cole claimed youngsters should go back to cleaning boots.
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Laurens: Man United made a massive mistake letting Pogba...
talkSPORTs man in France, Julien Laurens, reflects on a 1-0 defeat for the French against Spain on Tuesday night in the 2014 World Cup qualifying clash in Paris. And Laurens says that, despite getting sent off for two bookings in two minutes, Paul Pogbas performance against the World Cup holders once again showed that Manchester Uniteds failure to keep hold of the midfielder was a massive mistake.
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Fashanu: Montenego had more desire than England
Former Three Lions striker John Fashanu looks back at the World Cup qualifier between England and Montenegro in Podgorica. Roy Hodgsons side could only manage a 1-1 with the Brave Falcons in Tuesday nights match and many have criticised the former West Brom chief for the second half performance of his side. And Fashanu claims the home side wanted the victory more than more famous opponents. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every weekday afternoon from 1-4pm only on talkSPORT
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Burnley fan plays down link to Blackburn job!
Burnley fan James McDonagh tells talkSPORT he is fully focused on managing his customer service team despite being linked with the Blackburn job. McDonagh has applied for the vacant position at Ewood Park and has been promised an interview even though his CV cheekily vowed to achieve back-to-back relegations. Speaking to Andy Jacobs and Sam Delaney, he said: Im fully focused on the job Im doing at the moment and I want to distance myself from talking about the Blackburn job!
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Robson: Montenegro a game England must win
Stewart Robson looks ahead to Englands World Cup qualifier against Montenegro on Tuesday night. A defeat in Podgorica will see Roy Hodgsons men slip five points behind Group H leaders Montenegro. And Robson, the former Arsenal captain who played for England Under-21s, told H J: This is a game England need to win. It would certainly build confidence for the upcoming games because all the ones coming up, apart from Moldova, will be tough ones.
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Lowe: Spain are worried about World Cup chances
talkSPORTs man in Spain, Sid Lowe, says there are real fears that the World Cup holders will not qualify for the 2014 tournament. Vicente del Bosques side are sitting second in Group I after a draw against Finland and face leaders France in Paris on Tuesday night. A victory for the home side will put them five points ahead of Spain and Lowe said: They are worried about it. They always knew the two games against France would define the group. They have to win now.
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Faye White visits Delaney and Jacobs
Former Arsenal and England captain Faye White looks back on her career in the game and ahead to the Womens Champions League final at Stamford Bridge on May 23. You can buy tickets for the game, priced at 10 for adults and 5 for children, here
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Mark Foster visits Delaney and Jacobs
Former British swimmer Mark Foster tells the boys about the new initiative to get more people in the pool!
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Tabb on Adkins' appointment as Reading manager
Reading star Jay Tabb, who is currently on loan at Ipswich, looks at the Royals decision to appoint Nigel Adkins as their new boss. The 48-year-old has signed a contract until summer 2016 to replace Brian McDermott at the Madjeski Stadium, returning to football after a two-month break. read more
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Pedro: Chelsea is Mourinho's most likely destination
CNNs Portuguese football expert, Pedro Pinto, claims Real Madrid chief Jose Mourinho is set for a sensational return to Chelsea at the end of the season. The former Blues manager has constantly been linked with a switch back to west London, ever since he left the club in 2007. read more
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'Golden Boy' Ogogo reveals his future plans
The Olympic bronze medallist, who is set to make his pro debut next month, explains his decision to sign with Oscar De La Hoyas promotional company. The 24-year-old admits it was an offer he could not turn down and provides him with the opportunity to fight on the undercard of massive fights in Las Vegas. He also reveals an email from De La Hoya himself convinced him it was the way forward for him.
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Roberts on Bale's time with Wales and Spurs' Premier...
Former Tottenham defender Graham Roberts takes a look at how the international break will harm the north London clubs season. Gareth Bale was substituted at half-time of Wales 2-1 World Cup Group A qualifier at Hampden Park on Friday night, but that removal was reportedly precautionary and the Welsh wizard has trained with the Red Dragons since. And Roberts claims the break from Premier League football has come at a good time for Andre Villas-Boas side because it will give them time to focus...
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Southall: It could be disastrous if Wales lose to...
The former Welsh goalkeeper looks ahead to the crunch clash at Hampden Park as both sides look to boost their 2014 World Cup hopes.
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Cottee: Olympic Stadium move fantastic for West Ham
Tony Cottee believes West Hams move to the Olympic Stadium will help take the club to the next level. The Hammers have finally granted tenancy of the Stratford venue and will begin playing at their new home in 2016. Cottee admits he will be sad to see the back of Upton Park, having plundered so many goals for West Ham there during his time with the east London club, but said: Its fantastic news for the club. read more
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Caborn on West Ham's Olympic Stadium move
Former sports minister Richard Caborn claims the handling of West Hams Olympic Stadium move has been diabolical. The Hammers will move into the site at the start of the 2016/17 season, having battled to secure the lease for the stadium, which was built for last summers Olympic Games. But they faced challenges from Tottenham and Leyton Orient in pursuit of the tenancy and their negotiations with the London Legacy Development Corporation over the site have been tortuous. read more
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Hunter on Suarez's future and why Mourinho is 'pathetic'
The Spanish football expert brings us all the latest news from La Liga. He discusses Luis Suarezs comments about his future at Liverpool after the Uruguayan claimed he would welcome a transfer, despite admitting he was very happy at Anfield and Hunter looks at the chances of Barcelona or Real Madrid making a move for the striker. He also looks at the latest controversial incident involving Jose Mourinho. The Portuguese Real Madrid boss snubbed a FIFA event in January because he believed...
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Laurens: Haidara hopes to return for Newcastle this...
Le Parisiens football expert Julien Laurens claims Massadio Haidara wants to play again for Alan Pardews men before the end of the campaign. The former Nancy defender was the subject of a studs-up challenge by Callum McManaman during the Magpies 2-1 defeat to Wigan in the Premier League. read more
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Lovejoy on Chelsea, Benitez and Lampard
Celebrity Chelsea fan Tim Lovejoy takes a look at the latest goings on at the west London club - including the futures of Rafa Benitez and Frank Lampard. Benitez looks to be on his way out of Stamford Bridge and could be joined by Blues midfielder Frank Lampard, whose contract expires at the end of the season. And Lovejoy believes Roman Abramovichs side should do all in their power to keep the 34-year-old in west London. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every afternoon from 1-4pm only...
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Poll: Does this man look like a cookie?
Colin Hardy contacted Andy Jacobs on twitter and explained why his friends think he looks like cookie. The boys want your thoughts...
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Gary Smith on being sacked by Stevenage
The former Stevenage boss talks about why he was dismissed from his job at Broadhall Way after he became the 33rd manager to be sacked this season.
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Vickery on the chances of Boca Juniors re-signing Carlos...
The South American football experts looks at a possible deal which would see the striker return to Argentina. Tevez made more than 100 appearances for Boca Juniors and, after seven years in the Premier League, could be set to rejoin the club. But Vickery believes it may be a hard deal to complete for financial reasons. You can listen to Tim Vickery on Hawksbee and Jacobs every Wednesday at 15:30 as he brings us all the latest new from South America.
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McGuinness: Yaya Toure is still vital for Manchester City
talkSPORTs Manchester football correspondent, Dom McGuinness, claims Roberto Mancini will be desperate to keep Yaya Toure at Manchester City. The midfield star will quit the Blues if he is not handed a new contract by Saturday, his representative has warned. read more
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Cavendish: People who think cycling is drug fuelled are...
Top bike star Mark Cavendish claims people must change their perceptions of the sport.
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Sir Richard Branson on his bid to transform grassroots...
Sir Richard Branson joins H J to discuss his bid to transform grassroots tennis by introducing a handicap system at his Virgin Active tennis clubs.
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Brooking: No one expected Appleton to leave Blackburn
Rovers Trust spokesperson, Paul Brooking, claims no one expected Michael Appleton to be sacked as Blackburn Rovers manager - despite a run of poor results. The Championship club only appointed Appleton in January, having dispensed with the services of Henning Berg after just 57 days at the helm. read more
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Anderton on Michael Owen's retirement
Former England midfielder and team-mate of the ex-Three Lions striker, Darren Anderton, looks back on Michael Owens career. The former Manchester United, Real Madrid and Liverpool striker has decided to end his time in the game at the end of the season. read more
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Winter on Ferdinand's withdrawal from the England squad
Daily Telegraph journalist, Henry Winter, joined Hawksbee and Jacobs to discuss Rio Ferdinands withdrawal from the England squad. The Manchester United defender was recalled last week, having previously been overlooked by Roy Hodgson since he replaced Fabio Capello last year. read more
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McLeish on Fergie, Aston Villa and the Cheltenham...
Former Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish casts his eye over the latest news from Villa Park. The Villans are out of the relegation zone after a 2-1 away victory at Reading and will be looking to steer themselves away from the drop with a win against QPR on Saturday. One major boost for the Midlands club has been the form on Christian Benteke and McLeish claims Paul Lamberts side could face some serious problems. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every weekday afternoon from 1-4pm only on...
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Hamilton: Spurs and Chelsea should get to Europa League...
World Soccer editor, Gavin Hamilton, claims Tottenham and Chelsea should both progress to the Europa League semi-final stage but believes Newcastle will crash out against Benfica. The two London sides face Basle and Rubin Kazan respectively in the quarter-finals, and Hamilton insists the Premier League pair should have too much for their European rivals. But the world football expert claims the Magpies will face a very tough test against the Portuguese side and believes their time in the...
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Clips of the Week - Friday, March 15
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Breen-Turner on Isco's Premier League future
talkSPORTs Spanish football expert, Paul Breen-Turner, claims Malaga youngster Isco, whos been tracked by Man City, Man United and Arsenal, would be a hit in the Premier League. The Spanish youngster has impressed in La Liga and the Champions League, earning a full cap for his country in the process. And Breen-Turner believes the 20-year-old would be welcome addition to any English side. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every weekday afternoon from 1-4pm only on talkSPORT
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Vickery on Brazil's stadium woes and an Ecuadorian...
The South American football expert tells us why the Maracana may not be ready for the Confederations Cup. He also talks about the President of Ecuadorian top flight side Manta who decided to play himself up front - and scored! And he brings us the latest news involving fans in Argentina.
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Honigstein: Bayern sense this could be their year in the...
German football journalist Raphael Honigstein looks at Bayern Munichs likely line-up to face Arsenal and discusses how they will approach the second leg of the last 16 Champions League clash on Wednesday night. read more
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Groves: Arsenal are only playing for pride
Former Arsenal forward Perry Groves believes the Gunners have no chance of turning around their Champions League last-16 tie against Bayern Munich, and that the team are only playing for pride. Arsene Wengers men will attempt to come back from a two-goal deficit as they travel to the Allianz Arena, a feat that no team has completed in the history of the competition. And Groves told Andy and Paul that Arsenals chances of becoming the first team to do so are slim: read more
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Winter: Arsenal don't have the resilience to shock Bayern
Daily Telegraph journalist Henry Winter joins H J ahead of Arsenals Champions League last 16 second leg tie with Bayern Munich. Arsene Wengers side head to the Allianz Arena hoping to turn around a 3-1 deficit against the Bundesliga leaders. read more
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Fordham on McDermott's departure from Reading
Reading Post reporter Jonny Fordham tells Hawksbee and Jacobs about the shock departure of Brian McDermott from Reading. The 51-year-old was relieved of his duties on Monday afternoon after a run of four straight league defeats but Fordham was shocked to see the ex-Woking chief leave the club. He told Hawksbee and Jacobs: The timing is very strange. The window is closed and theres only nine games to go. Can anyone save Reading now? You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every weekday morning...
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Davies: Bernard Hopkins is a phenomenal man
Gareth A. Davies has hailed Bernard Hopkins after the American veteran broke his own record as boxings oldest world champion. The 48-year-old beat Tavoris Cloud at the weekend to win the IBF light-heavyweight title, and Davies insists hes a phenomenon. The Telegraphs boxing correspondent said: He [Hopkins] says he might go on until hes 50. Hes become the oldest champion in boxing history. Hes a phenomenal man read more
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Jason Flemyng visits talkSPORT Towers!
Actor and Chelsea fan, Jason Flemyng, joins Hawksbee and Jacobs in he studio to discuss his new film Welcome to the Punch.
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Evans: Top four not out of the question for Liverpool
Tony Evans, The Times football editor, says Liverpool are still in with a chance of finishing in the top four in the Premier League this season after their victory over Tottenham. The Reds moved up to sixth in the table, seven points off a Champions League qualification place, as a result of Sundays thrilling 3-2 defeat of third-placed Spurs at Anfield. read more
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Phil Daniels visits Hawksbee and Jacobs
Actor, and Chelsea fan, joins the boys to discuss his new film Vinyl.
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Bircham: QPR's win over Southampton came at the perfect...
The fromer Queens Park Rangers midfielder looks ahead to their clash with Sunderland at Loftus Road. He discusses their 2-1 victory over Southampton as Jay Bothroyds strike 13 minutes from time gave them all three points as they attempt to avoid relegation from the Premier League. Bircham, who currently works at the clubs as a coach, also talks about Harry Redknapps impact in west London.
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Bracken previews England's Six Nations match against...
Former Red Rose scrum-half Kyran Bracken looks ahead to this Sundays crunch tie at Twickenham between England and Italy.
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Merson: If Spurs win this weekend, Arsenal are in major...
Former Arsenal star Paul Merson believes the club are fighting for fourth position with Tottenham, as he feels Chelsea and Manchester City will finish in the top three. And Merson says, should Spurs beat Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday, then Arsenals bid to secure Champions League football for next season could be over. read more
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Agnew previews Tottenham’s Europa League clash with...
talkSPORTs Italian football expert, Paddy Agnew, joins Paul and Andy to share his thoughts ahead of Inter Milans visit to White Hart Lane to face Spurs. Our man in Rome believes Spurs have the quality to progress to the quarter-final of the competition as they face a Serie A side that is widely considered to be going through a transitional stage.
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Edinho on Neymar's future at Santos
Coach at Brazilian side and Peles son, Edson Cholbi Nascimento, simply known as Edinho, tells the boys about Neymars possible move to Europe this summer. The Brazil starlet has been heavily linked to Chelsea and Barcelona but is yet to make a decision about his future. And Edinho claims the Brazilian league should enjoy the 21-year-olds services before he has to leave for pastures new. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every weekday afternoon from 1-4 pm only on talkSPORT
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Johnson: Rooney is a serious target for PSG
French football expert, Howard Johnson, claims Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney is a serious target for Ligue 1 club Paris St-Germain. PSG have defenders and midfielders coming out of their ears, but they dont have many strikers, he said. They only have three, [Zlatan] Ibrahimovic, [Ezequiel] Lavezzi and [Kevin] Gameiro. Theyre a little bit under powered going forward and that might be the reason why theyre interested in Wayne Rooney. read more
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Ashton: Fergie was making a big statement by leaving...
Daily Mail writer Neil Ashton says the decision to leave Wayne Rooney on the bench for Manchester Uniteds Champions League last 16 second leg clash with Real Madrid on Tuesday night was a big statement by Sir Alex Ferguson. Ashton claims Rooney will have been hugely disappointed to have been snubbed for Uniteds biggest game of the season but says he must accept that Robin van Persie is now the clubs number one striker in Fergusons eyes.
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Vickery on Ronaldinho being dropped by Brazil and...
talkSPORTs South American football expert discusses all the latest news from the continent. Luiz Felipe Scolari has announced his squads for Brazils next fixtures against Italy and Russia and has dropped Ronaldinho, despite his recent resurgence, and brought in Kaka to replace him. He also looks at why Ronaldo was so angry with Sir Alex Ferguson ahead of Manchester Uniteds Champions League clash with Real Madrid.
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Graham Poll on why sending off Nani was the right choice
Former Premier League official Graham Poll has praised referee Cuneyt Cakir for his display on Tuesday night. Cakir has come in for fierce criticism for his decision to send off Nani during Manchester Uniteds Champions League clash with Real Madrid at Old Trafford. But Poll, speaking to Hawksbee and Jacobs, said: I thought he had a super game. Why is it in this country that we cant lose a football match and keep a bit of dignity?
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Spencer: There's a real chance Rooney could join PSG
Manchester Evening News sports editor, Peter Spencer, claims theres a real possibility Wayne Rooney could leave Manchester United this summer. The striker was left out of the Red Devils starting XI for the Champions League last-16 second leg clash with Real Madrid on Tuesday evening, fuelling speculation he could be on his way out of Old Trafford. And Spencer claims mega-rich Paris St Germain could be a destination for the former Everton hitman. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every...
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Holmes: Nani is always an accident waiting to happen
Manchester United fan, Eamonn Holmes, claims Luis Nani is always an accident waiting to happen and lays the blame for the Red Devils Champions League exit squarely at the door of the Portuguese winger. read more
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Udal assesses England’s chances of securing Ashes glory
Former England spinner Shaun Udal joins Paul and Andy to discuss the home nations bowling options ahead of the summers Ashes contest with Australia.
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Dave Spikey visits Hawksbee and Jacobs
Star of Peter Kays Phoenix Nights Dave Spikey tells the boys about his new tour Words Dont Come Easy.
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Macari: Jones injury not a big problem for Man United
Lou Macari insists Manchester United will not be weakened by the loss of Phil Jones for the Champions League last 16 decider against Real Madrid on Tuesday night and can knock out the Spanish giants. read more
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Taylor: Aston Villa could frustrate Man City
Former Aston Villa midfielder Ian Taylor joined Paul and Andy to preview Monday nights Premier League fixture as the Villans host Manchester City at Villa Park. Taylor said he believes Paul Lamberts side have the potential to produce an upset against the defending champions as they look to climb up the table and avoid top flight relegation. The 44-year-old also added that he thinks the side have enough quality to stay up this term and that Claret and Blue fans can look forward to a brighter...
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Jiggins: The tide is turning in north London
Sun reporter Paul Jiggins reflects on Tottenhams 2-1 victory over Arsenal in Sundays north London derby at White Hart Lane. Goals from Gareth Bale and Aaron Lennon secured the win for Andre Villas-Boas side, with Per Mertesacker providing a consolation for Arsenal, as Spurs climbed up to third in the Premier League, seven points ahead of the Gunners, who are sitting fifth. read more
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Marsh on QPR’s relegation fight
Former Queens Park Rangers striker, Rodney Marsh, looks back on the 2-1 victory for Rangers against Southampton. The win means the Rs are just four points away from safety, with ten games left of the Premier League season. And Marsh claims if anyone can save the club then its Harry Redknapp, who took over the reins at Loftus Road from Mark Hughes in November 2012. read more
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Lowe on Mourinho's future at Real Madrid
talkSPORTs man in Spain has told Hawksbee and Jacobs that Jose Mourinho could stay as Real Madrid manager after the end of the season - but only if he wins the Champions League. The Galacticos face Manchester United in their last-16 second leg clash on Tuesday night, following a 1-1 draw at the Bernabeu, on the back of two victories against arch-rivals Barcelona. Mourinho has been linked with a Chelsea return but Lowe, who covers La Liga for the Guardian and Sports Illustrated, claims the...
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King on Dawson, Bale, Tottenham and the north London...
Former Tottenham defender, Ledley King, looks ahead to Sundays crunch Premier League clash Spurs and Arsenal. The Lilywhites have won their last three Premier League matches, including a 3-2 away win at West Ham, and go into Sundays north London derby against Arsenal as favourites with the bookies. read more
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Tottenham v Arsenal: Alan Smith previews the derby clash
H J were joined by former Arsenal star Alan Smith ahead of the clubs clash with north London rivals Tottenham. The Gunners go into Sundays game at White Hart Lane four points behind Andre Villas-Boas side, who are on an unbeaten of ten matches in the Premier League and welcome back top goalscorer Jermain Defoe. read more
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Clips of the Week - Friday, March 1
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Pictures: Paul & Andy at the Willow Foundation London...
Paul Andy attended the Willow Foundation London Football Legends dinner on Thursday night. Link this link to see how they got on
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Djalili: Benitez is doing a better job at Chelsea than...
Omid Djalili, comedian and ardent Chelsea supporter, says interim manager Rafa Benitez does not deserve too much stick for being honest after his rant at the clubs hierarchy and supporters. read more
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Evans: Benitez is a top coach, he just needs a stable...
The Times football editor, Tony Evans, insists Rafa Benitez is not to blame for all of Chelseas problems and remains a top class coach. Benitez took a dig at Roman Abramovich after Chelsea s win over Middlesbrough on Wednesday night and confirmed he will leave Stamford Bridge in the summer, having failed to win over the clubs supporters. read more
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Auclair on PSG v Marseille, Beckham, Barton and...
The French football expert discusses all the fall out from the Cup clash at the Parc des Princes.
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Agnew on Benitez and why Balotelli's making the news...
Italy-based journalist Paddy Agnew joins H J to give his thoughts on Rafa Benitezs outburst at Chelsea supporters and the clubs hierarchy, revealing it was similar to the Spaniards rant at the Inter Milan board last year which cost him his job at the San Siro. And Agnew also discusses reports former Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli, now of AC Milan, has ordered a life-size statue of himself, which will be on show in his house in Italy.
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Poll: Why was the Jude Law interview not 'approved'?
The boys need your views on the botched attempt...
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Courtney: Ashley won't be pumping big money into...
talkSPORTs man in the north east, Graham Courtney, claims Newcastle wont be splashing the cash - despite Mike Ashleys 100million windfall. The Magpies owner has sold 25million shares in Sports Direct and many on Tyneside thought Alan Pardew could be handed a massive transfer kitty this summer. But Courtney claims financial prudence is the way forward for the St James Park club, who have become known in recent years for their smart transfer dealings. read more
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Kelso: Benitez is suffering at Chelsea for telling the...
Paul Kelso, the Daily Telegraphs chief sports reporter, joins H J to discuss reports of a bust-up between Chelsea interim boss Rafa Benitez and a number of the clubs senior stars. read more
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Houghton: I expect Everton to convincingly beat Oldham
Ray Houghton feels the FA Cup is a great chance for Everton to win a trophy this season. The Toffees face Oldham in the fifth round replay at Goodison Park after the 2-2 draw at Boundary Park when Matt Smith scored a last minute leveller. Houghton, who will be commenting on the game for talkSPORT, said: David Moyes has been putting out a strong team throughout the whole of the competition. I think before Everton have had strong sides but now they also have some technically fabulous players....
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Balague: The players are in charge at Barcelona
Sky Sports football expert Guillem Balague joins H J to look ahead to Tuesday nights El Clasico at the Nou Camp, as Barcelona and Real Madrid square up again in the Copa Del Rey semi-finals. And Balague says Barca are lacking leadership on the bench, with manager Tito Vilanova currently away in New York receiving treatment for cancer, and claims the power Lionel Messi and his fellow senior stars have is affecting the performances of the La Liga leaders.
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Paddy Agnew on Mario Balotelli abuse in Milan derby
Italy-based football journalist Paddy Agnew joins Andy and Paul to reflect on Sundays big Serie A clash between Inter Milan and AC Milan. The two great rivals played out a 1-1 draw at the San Siro but the main talking point was the racist abuse suffered by Mario Balotelli, as supporters of his former club Inter turned against the AC new boy, and Agnew says the often temperamental striker did well to contain his temper. Agnew also warns Tottenham that Inter are taking the Europa League...
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Auclair: It is unlikely Beckham will start for PSG any...
Following David Beckhams Paris Saint Germain debut, Phillip Auclair admits that he doesnt see the midfielder starting for the club any time soon. Beckham came on as a second-half substitute and was involved in Zlatan Ibrahimovic goal as they beat rivals Marseille 2-0. Auclair said: I doubt Becks will start in their next game. Carlo Ancelotti says Beckham is not quite fit enough. Towards the season, although maybe in a cup game it is more possible. read more
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Laurens: Real Madrid is Ancelotti's dream job
French football journalist Julien Laurens says managing Real Madrid is Carlo Ancelottis dream job and claims the Italian could take over from Jose Mourinho in the summer. Former Chelsea boss Ancelotti is currently boss of PSG but Laurens believes he is likely to be on his way at the end of the season and is set to end up in Spain. And Laurens reckons Mourinho could swap roles with Ancelotti, and take charge of the big-spending French club.
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Clips of the Week - Friday, February 22
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Martinez on McManaman, Wigan's form and Barcelona's...
The Latics boss discusses his tactics to get one of his young stars over their anxiety issues. McManaman has trouble sleeping before games so Martinezs lied to him and told him he wouldnt be playing in the FA Cup against Huddersfield. He also talks about the clubs Premier League form as they once again battle against relegation to the Championship. And he looks at Barcelonas 2-0 defeat to AC Milan in their Champions League last-16 first leg clash at the San Siro.
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Roberts on Adebayor, Dempsey, AVB and Bale
Former Tottenham defender, Graham Roberts, looks at the latest news from inside White Hart Lane. He claims Emmanuel Adebayor, who has looked poor of late, should use Clint Dempsey as a role model because of the Americans outstanding attitude. Roberts, who won the UEFA Cup with the Lilywhites in 1984, went on to talk about Gareth Bale and stated that teams are fearful of giving away free-kicks near the box, because of the Welshmans deadeye from set-pieces. read more
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Butcher on Ponting's Surrey switch
Former Surrey star, Mark Butcher, claims Ricky Ponting will be a welcome addition to Chris Adams side - after the former Australia captain agreed a two-month deal at the county. Ponting will step in for South Africa skipper Graeme Smith whilst the 32-year-old is on duty with the Proteas.
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John Hartson on Swansea's bid for League Cup glory
John Hartson looks ahead to his hometown club Swanseas Capital One Cup final with Bradford at Wembley, with Michael Laudrups side going into the game as huge favourites against the League Two side. Sundays game will be the first time the Welsh club has contested a final for one of English footballs major trophies and comes just ten years after the club was at the bottom of the Football League and close to going bust.
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Holdsworth on his disappointment at Aldershot Town...
Recently sacked Aldershot manager Dean Holdsworth claims he had turned things around at the Recreation Ground - and expected the club to stay up this season. He told Hawksbee and Jacobs: It was a shock. I felt that lifting ourselves out of the bottom four had raised our confidence. Im proud of what Ive achieved here, my remit at the start of the season was to keep the club in the division and I felt I would do that. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every weekday afternoon from 1-4pm...
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Lowe: It's too easy to score against Barcelona
Madrid-based journalist Sid Lowe says Barcelona are over-dependent on Lionel Messi and are making it far too easy for opposing teams to score against them. The La Liga leaders slipped to a 2-0 defeat to AC Milan at the San Siro on Wednesday night in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie. It was the tenth game in a row they have conceded a goal, said Lowe. It feels a little bit too easy to score against them at the moment.
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Turgut on Drogba's impact at Galatasaray
The Turkish football expert previews their Champions League clash with Schalke. And he discusses how the former Chelsea star has settled at the club alongside Wesley Sneijder.
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Udal: Root has taken the England team by storm
Former England spinner, Shaun Udal, claims Yorkshire star Joe Root has impressed in all three forms of the game.
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Paggy Agnew previews AC Milan v Barcelona
talkSPORTs Italian football expert looks ahead to Wednesday nights big Champions League clash, as AC Milan welcome Barcelona to the San Siro for the first leg of the last 16 Champions League tie.
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Video: Unsportsmanlike behaviour?
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Watt on Wenger, Usmanov, marquee signings and who...
Broadcaster and Arsenal historian, Tom Watt, claims it wouldnt take a lot to sort out the problems at the Emirates. The Gunners are on the verge of crashing out of Europe, following a 3-1 defeat to Bayern Munich in their last-16 first leg Champions League tie, and now face an eighth season without a trophy. But Watt believes Arsene Wenger should be given the time and funds to turn things around in north London. read more
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Becker and Judd on Arsenal v Bayern Munich
Tennis legend, and Bayern Munich fan, Boris Becker joins McFly drummer, and Arsenal fan, Harry Judd to chat about tonights Champions League clash between the teams at the Emirates Stadium. Boris chats about the successful running of the German club, which he believes provides a model for other clubs around the world to follow. Meanwhile, Harry believes Arsenal have to push for a win and make their home advantage count at all costs if they have a chance of qualifying for the quarter-finals of...
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Cross backs Arsenal fans to get behind Wenger
Daily Mirror journalist, John Cross, believes Arsenal fans will get behind Arsene Wenger during the Gunners Champions League last-16 first leg tie against Bayern Munich. The Frenchman reacted angrily on Monday to reports the north London club is ready to offer him a contract extension, and turned on journalists in a feisty exchange. read more
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Davies: Adrien Broner is just incredible
Gareth A. Davies described Adrien Broner as incredible after watching his demolition of Gavin Rees in Atlantic City. The Daily Telegraph boxing correspondent watched the American continue his unbeaten run by winning in the fifth round, after Rees corner threw in the towel. He said: It was a good fight, very one-sided mainly because Broner is very flash, brash. Hes just incredible. He did take a few shots from Rees but once he laid into Rees it was over. read more
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Jay Tabb: Man United are still the biggest team in the...
Jay Tabb admits it will be a big challenge for his Reading team-mates to beat Manchester United in tonights FA Cup game. The clubs meet for the first time since their seven-goal Premier League thriller at the Madjeski stadium in December 2012, which United won 4-3. Tabb said: To me, Manchester United are still the biggest team in the world. read more
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Martin Allen on the secrets of Gillingham's success
Martin Allen insists he has no problems getting his team to communicate with each other. QPR boss Harry Redknapp complained recently that players dont talk to each other any more and spend too much time with headphones on. But Allan makes sure his players make time for each other. read more
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Video: The ultimate in 'good feet for a big man'
Check out this tango pair...
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Robson: I can’t believe Arsenal would offer Wenger a new...
Stewart Robson reflects on Arsenals shock defeat at home to Blackburn in the FA Cup at the weekend. Former Gunners star Robson also looks ahead to Tuesdays Champions League clash with Bayern Munich and claims the German giants have a major weakness at the back, in the form of veteran defender Daniel Van Buyten. And Robson reacts to reports the club are considering handing Arsene Wenger a new contract, despite eight trophyless seasons.
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Hurcombe and Timlett on their documentary "Football,...
The producer and director of a film about J-League side Vegalta Sendai discuss their incredible story. You can see download a teaser for the film here and you can also see their website here
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Clips of the Week - The best of all time!
We bring you some of the greatest gaffes and funnies in the history of talkSPORT.
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David James on Bale, Ronaldo, Beckham and free-kick...
Former England keeper gives us the lowdown on the games dead ball experts
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Smith on United’s draw in Madrid
Former Arsenal and England striker Alan Smith joined Paul and Sam to share his thoughts on Manchester Uniteds 1-1 draw against Real Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday night. Smith reveals he was impressed by Phil Jones performance in an unfamiliar holding midfielder role alongside Michael Carrick, and added that Jones and Uniteds goal scorer Danny Welbeck are Three Lions stars in the making. read more
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Brown on a possible return to management with Partick...
The former Hull City boss reveals his level of interest in two vacant positions in England and Scotland. He also discusses Neil Lennons decision to play Efe Ambrose for Celtic against Juventus in the Champions League. And he tells us why making a player train with the youth team, like Florent Malouda is doing at Chelsea, isnt always a good idea.
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Vice: Pistorius' life is crumbling around him
talkSPORTs man in South Africa discusses all the latest news following the Paralympians arrest.
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Devlin visits Hawksbee and Delaney
Rapper and Tottenham fan joins the boys at talkSPORT Towers to discuss his new album A Moving Picture.
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Balague: Real Madrid would be very interested in De Gea
Sky Sports Spanish football expert, Guillem Balague, claims Real Madrid would be very interested in signing Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea. The Red Devils shot-stopper was in fine form during the Champions League clash between the pair, pulling off a number of fantastic saves to keep Sir Alex Fergusons side in the contest. And Balague, who covers La Liga for a multitude of publications, believes the former Atletico Madrid star could come back to Spain, but not for a few seasons...
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Vickery on Brazil’s reaction to England defeat
talkSPORTs South America expert, Tim Vickery, joins Paul and Sam for his weekly round-up of football action from across the Atlantic. Our man in Rio de Janeiro reveals that even in Brazil, the sporting spotlight is very much on Manchester Uniteds Champions League clash with Real Madrid at the Bernabeu. Tim also reflects on the Brazilian reaction to defeat against England at Wembley last week in an international friendly, while he also reveals the Samba stars consider the Three Lions to be...
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Francis: Referee badly let down Celtic against Juventus
The former Rangers player and Serie A star looks back on the Champions League clash at Parkhead.
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Lowe: Ronaldo has lost his 'big-game bottler' tag
talkSPORTs man in Spain, Sid Lowe, claims Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo has lost his big-game bottler tag and has proved that he can compete at the highest stage. The Galacticos hitman will face his former club Manchester United for the first time, since his 2008 departure from Old Trafford, in the Champions League last-16 first leg at the Bernabeu. You can listen to Hawksbee and Jacobs every weekday afternoon from 1-4pm only on talkSPORT
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Eamonn Holmes previews Real Madrid v Manchester United
Celebrity Red Devils fan, Eamonn Holmes, visits Hawksbee and Delaney for a chat about Wednesday nights Champions League tie between Real Madrid and Manchester United.
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Video: Alan Brazil's brilliant spoof of Eamonn Holmes'...
Brighten up your maaarning with this hilarious clip as Big Al offers his own light-hearted alternative to Eamonn Holmes Sunrise TV promo... And if you want to see the Eamonn Holmes original, you can view it here...
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Rumsby says West Ham near Olympic Stadium deal
Ben Rumsby believes that West Ham United are close to doing a deal for the Olympic stadium. The Daily Telegraph journalist confirmed that a positive meeting took place between the Hammers hierarchy and the London Legacy Development Corporation. He said: The LLDC board will discuss the proposals at meeting next Tuesday. There are still minor issues to be ironed out, but the club are confident. The biggest issue West Ham has, is taking the plan to their fans. read more
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