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Courts · City of LondonMaresca: Man City titles not tainted by financial misconduct charges
Enzo Maresca, Manchester City manager, stated that titles won during his tenure as assistant are not tainted by the club's financial misconduct charges. He expressed complete trust in the club's ongoing appeal process.
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Courts · Hammersmith and FulhamQPR's Glen Kamara faces potential ban over Finland dispute
Queens Park Rangers midfielder Glen Kamara could miss the Championship match against West Ham United due to a club-country dispute. The Finnish FA plans to report QPR to Fifa, alleging a breach of regulations regarding Kamara's international availability.
Hammersmith and Fulham3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 40
LatestChristos Tzolis faces scan after hamstring injury on Greece duty
Arsenal winger Christos Tzolis is awaiting the results of a scan on a hamstring injury sustained during Greece's international fixture against the Netherlands. The player initially wished to continue playing but was substituted by his coach.
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Courts · City of LondonWest Ham's Taty Castellanos faces ban over alleged spitting incident
West Ham forward Taty Castellanos faces a potential six-match ban following an allegation of spitting at Millwall goalkeeper Filip Marschall during a recent 2-2 draw. The incident occurred in the 65th minute, and Millwall has lodged a complaint with match officials.
City of London3 min readTrust 40 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Policing · London400 police deployed for Millwall v West Ham amid fan violence fears
The Metropolitan Police is deploying 400 officers for the Millwall v West Ham football match in south east London, a substantial rise from usual numbers. A Section 35 dispersal order will allow officers to remove individuals causing disorder, and the Sporting Events Act 1985 is in force.
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Transport Crime · Hammersmith and FulhamHammersmith and Fulham Council Considers E-bike Parking Changes on Matchdays
Hammersmith and Fulham Council is exploring options to manage e-bike parking on football matchdays, including the potential suspension of car parking bays. The proposals have raised concerns among residents regarding street access and permit costs.
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LatestLudek Miklosko, former West Ham goalkeeper, dies aged 64
Ludek Miklosko, the former West Ham goalkeeper renowned for his performances for the club and his role as a trailblazing player, has died at the age of 64. He made 374 appearances for the Hammers over eight years and was named Hammer of the Year.
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LatestLucas Bergvall signs new Tottenham contract until 2032
Lucas Bergvall has signed a new contract with Tottenham Hotspur, extending his stay at the club until 2032. The midfielder had previously indicated a desire to depart but has now reaffirmed his commitment.
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LatestChelsea 2016-17 title win questioned amid secret payments probe
A Premier League investigation into alleged secret payments totalling £47m by Chelsea to unregistered agents and third parties between 2011 and 2018 has led to questions about the club's 2016-17 title win. Former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino believes his former club should be awarded the title.
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Pochettino says Spurs deserved 2017 title over Chelsea
Mauricio Pochettino has stated that Tottenham Hotspur should have been awarded the 2016-17 Premier League title. He believes Chelsea, who finished seven points ahead of Spurs that season, should have been stripped of the title due to historical breaches of competition rules.
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LatestBarnet held to draw at The Hive but remain top
Barnet Football Club drew 2-2 with Cheltenham Town at The Hive on Saturday. Charlie Lakin scored Barnet's opener, but two second-half goals from Cheltenham put them behind before Kabongo Tshimanga converted a late penalty. The Bees remain top of the league.
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Policing · LondonFormer QPR player Akos Buzsaky reported missing
Akos Buzsaky, a former midfielder for Queens Park Rangers, has been reported missing by police. The club has expressed concern for the 44-year-old, who has been missing for over a week according to reports from Hungary.
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