Fletcher banned for six games for homophobic slur
2026-03-04 12:32 UTCManchester United midfielder Jack Fletcher apologises for using a homophobic slur that has led to him receiving a six-match ban.
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Ryan Gravenberch's opinion on next fixture against Leeds.
Liverpool are looking to respond with renewed determination after their 1-1 draw against a resilient Sunderland on Wednesday night. The squad is eager to shift the momentum in their favour. Midfielder Ryan Gravenberch noted that the team intends to rely on its collective strength and intensity to secure a positive result at Elland Road.
Fixtures — English Premier League
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| Time (UTC) | Home | Away | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19:30:00 | Fulham | West Ham United | Craven Cottage |
| 19:30:00 | Aston Villa | Chelsea | Villa Park |
| 19:30:00 | Manchester City | Nottingham Forest | Etihad Stadium |
| 19:30:00 | Brighton and Hove Albion | Arsenal | American Express Stadium |
| 20:15:00 | Newcastle United | Manchester United | St James Park |
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Liverpool top-five failure 'could cost £120m'
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Donald named Europe captain for third time
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Galatasaray fans banned from Liverpool second leg
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Russell 'elite' and a 'leader' - now he may have car to challenge for title
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Man Utd eye wingers, after getting rid under Amorim
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'It's better to be chased' - the mentality of a title race
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'Same old story' for Slot as Wolves 'keep fighting'
2026-03-04 00:33 UTCLiverpool head coach Arne Slot began the week by saying he found most Premier League games no longer a joy to watch - and had little to enjoy as he described defeat at Wolves as the "same old story".
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'The hunger is big' - Sunderland reach 40 points and want more
2026-03-03 23:41 UTCBy reaching 40 points with victory at Leeds on Tuesday, Sunderland have pretty much ensured Premier League survival by early March.
Leeds director warns regeneration is now or 'never'
2026-03-04 06:16 UTCLeeds director Peter Lowy urges government to back plans to regenerate the Elland Road area.
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