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• From Harrogate to Haiti? Don't rule out a World Cup call-up for Calvin Miller as Falkirk Bairn comes of age18 April 2026, 6:01 am
  The feeling of scoring on a big occasion at Hampden is one which Calvin Miller will recall only too well.
  
• Flock of seagulls causes chaos at footy match in Melbourne - 'hope they all paid for their tickets'18 April 2026, 5:41 am
  Seagulls interrupting footy matches at AAMI Park in Melbourne is nothing new - but they were out in force on Friday night during an A-League men's match.
  
• Iranian footballers who sought asylum and STAYED in Australia break their silence - 'we are overwhelmed'18 April 2026, 1:50 am
  Two Iranian footballers who sought asylum in Australia - and didn't return home with their teammates - have revealed their future plans.
  
• How David Moyes brought back 'Everton DNA' to lead their European charge: His transformation since first spell, scouting missions to find hidden gems, his demand to club chiefs and the five signings he wants this summer to join the elite18 April 2026, 1:01 am
  When David Moyes returned to Everton last January, he walked into a building full of gloomy faces after a turbulent period that threatened to plunge the club into the abyss.
  
• Record losses but 80% pay rises for the bigwigs, terrible results, fan protests and whingeing players locked into long deals. This is how BlueCo's 'revolutionary' Chelsea project fell apart, writes IAN HERBERT18 April 2026, 1:00 am
  This week's financial results at Chelsea, on the back of Saturday's thumping by Manchester City, point to a model which is failing both financially and competitively.
  
• Inside cash-strapped Aldershot's battle for survival: How the British Army, administration, a 100-acre polo field and a huge supporter base can save the famous old club18 April 2026, 1:00 am
  It has been a bleak week for Aldershot involving two defeats and a temporary transfer embargo for failing to pay a VAT bill. But the club do possess the ingredients for development potential.
  
• How Chelsea are trying to polish 'misunderstood' Alejandro Garnacho's image: the staged interview, the Prison Break tattoos explained and the REAL reasons for his faltering form18 April 2026, 1:00 am
  Liam Rosenior's answer as to why Alejandro Garnacho is booed wherever he goes was a little like when you ask mum why the bullies at school are so mean. Jealously, sweetheart. Jealously.
  
• Real Madrid lose the plot after Bayern Munich defeat: Furious stars confront referee over controversial decision as player is sent off AFTER full-time before angry tunnel row in chaotic scenes17 April 2026, 11:29 pm
  Real Madrid's anguish soon turned to fury after full-time in their absorbing defeat by Bayern Munich on Wednesday night. Referee Slavko Vincic was harangued after the game ended.
  
• Emotional Frank Lampard fights back tears after Coventry City's Premier League promotion as Richard Keys celebrates his beloved side's return to the top flight17 April 2026, 10:54 pm
  The Sky Blues boss choked up during a post-match interview following his side's 1-1 draw at Blackburn Rovers, which gave them the point they needed.
  
• Party time for Frank Lampard's Sky Blues! Coventry City end 25-YEAR Premier League exile with a 1-1 draw at Blackburn after dramatic late equaliser17 April 2026, 10:33 pm
  Coventry City sealed a breathtaking return to the Premier League after a 25-year exile thanks to an 84th-minute equaliser from defender Bobby Thomas at Blackburn.
  
• Why St Mirren's no-nonsense Cypriot sensation Alex Gogic is the cult hero EVERY club needs17 April 2026, 9:38 pm
  A clip went viral earlier this week of a Celtic fan watching last weekend's match against St Mirren and loudly complaining that a booking was long overdue for visiting defender Alex Gogic.
  
• Roberto De Zerbi names the TWO Tottenham stars he wants to step up in battle to avoid Premier League relegation17 April 2026, 9:34 pm
  Roberto De Zerbi wants his Tottenham players to forge a band of brothers in the fight to escape relegation as his Spurs side face Brighton in a huge clash in their battle to avoid the drop.
  
• Marcus Rashford's future up in the air with Man United and Barcelona set to step up talks before the World Cup17 April 2026, 9:31 pm
  Marcus Rashford's future is up in the air going into a World Cup summer as Barcelona consider their options of keeping the on-loan Manchester United star.
  
• 'We are hungry for more': Erling Haaland fires ominous warning to Arsenal ahead of crunch Etihad clash on Sunday - weeks after defeating Gunners in Carabao Cup final17 April 2026, 9:30 pm
  JACK GAUGHAN: Manchester City can go top of the Premier League with a victory over Mikel Arteta's side and then three points at Burnley on Wednesday.
  
• Celtic skipper Callum McGregor must be cornerstone of new era, says interim boss Martin O'Neill17 April 2026, 9:30 pm
  Martin O'Neill believes it's essential that Callum McGregor remains a cornerstone for a new-look Celtic side next season.