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Martinez says it's time to stop the diving
Diving or "simulation" is becoming a growing problem and everyone involved in football has a responsibility to make it stop, Everton manager Roberto Martinez said.
Arsenal look to consolidate top-spot; Manchester United face Tottenham
The Premier League wraps up its packed festive schedule with a full round of matches on New Year's Day, with Arsenal top of the standings.
Arsenal held to a 0-0 draw by Chelsea at Emirates
Arsenal failed to reclaim top spot in the Premier League as they were held to a 0-0 draw by Chelsea at Emirates Stadium on Monday.
I still need to sort out Cardiff future, says Malky Mackay
Mackay, who guided Cardiff back into the top flight for the first time in 51 years last season, again reiterated that he would not quit as manager.
Barkley free kick gives Everton 2-1 win at Swansea
Ross Barkley enhanced his ever-growing reputation by scoring directly from a free kick to move Everton provisionally up to fourth place in EPL.
Suarez's double sends Liverpool top of EPL
Luis Suarez marked his new Liverpool contract with two goals to send his team provisionally top of the Premier League with a 3-1 victory over Cardiff.
Napoli eye Brazilian midfielder Edenilson
The Brazilian outfit has been offered 3.5 million euros for the 24-year-old, who impressed during the Campeonato Brasileiro this season.
Manchester United's Fletcher back to soccer after surgery
Darren Fletcher said after his return to the field, he did not know whether he would be able to live normally again as he battled with a debilitating medical condition.
Guus Hiddink to return as Netherlands coach after 2014 World Cup
The 67-year-old will sign a four-year contract, the first two years as head coach and the last two years as technical supervisor.
Xavi Hernandez to miss Barcelona's Copa del Rey match
Barcelona says midfielder Xavi Hernandez will miss Tuesday's Copa del Rey match due to a leg injury.
City thrash Arsenal 6-3 to throw open title race
City produced another fearsome attacking display to overpower Arsenal 6-3 in a wild Premier League shootout.
Serie A: Napoli take on Inter Milan; AC Milan host Roma
In other matches, league leader Juventus host promoted Sassuolo and fifth-place Fiorentina face Bologna in a regional matchup.
Barcelona ready to ambush Villarreal, says Martino
The Catalan side shrugged off a recent dip in form, during which they were beaten by Ajax and Athletic Bilbao, with an inspired display to beat Celtic 6-1 on Wednesday.
Arsenal advance despite 2-0 loss at Napoli in Champions League
Ten-man Arsenal advanced to the Champions League knockout phase for the 14th consecutive year despite a 2-0 loss at Napoli.
Cristiano Ronaldo prefers trophies over records
Ronaldo has now netted nine goals in the Champions League and 17 in the BBVA Primera Liga.
Liverpool boss Rodgers salutes man of the moment Suarez
Suarez followed a swashbuckling four-goal midweek show with another outstanding display to inspire Liverpool to a 4-1 drubbing of lowly West Ham.
