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Boring United? Van Gaal's team in 3-3 thriller at Newcastle

Wednesday, 13 January 2016, 06:22 Last update: about 12 years ago Associated Press

So much for Manchester United being boring. In one of the most entertaining matches of the English Premier League, United squandered a two-goal lead, went back in front through an exquisite shot...

Lionel Messi wins FIFA world player award for record fifth time

Monday, 11 January 2016, 21:21 Last update: about 12 years ago Associated Press

Lionel Messi has won the FIFA world player of the year award for a record fifth time. Messi ended Cristiano Ronaldo's two-year hold on the Ballon d'Or trophy on Monday to lift soccer's top...

Milan, Roma managers still under pressure after 1-1 draw

Saturday, 9 January 2016, 23:55 Last update: about 12 years ago Associated Press

A 1-1 draw between AC Milan and Roma in Serie A on Saturday likely did little to alleviate the pressure on managers Sinisa Mihajlovic and Rudi Garcia. Antonio Rudiger put Roma in front with a...

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