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Jan 2023
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Are Man United In A Title Race & What Ne...

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Manchester United make it two statement wins under Michael Carrick — but are they really back? Arsenal’s lead at the top is down to four points after a 3–2 defeat at the Emirates… so why were fans booing a team still top of the table?Elsewhere, Liverpool’s unbeaten run ends in ch ... Show More
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EFL Extra: Big changes in the Championship
Nothing stays the same for long in the Championship. Coventry were having a wobble but two wins a signing some injury returns have put that to bed. Likewise, Middlesborough have got back to winning ways after a Christmas stumble. Hull are on fire and Norwich have turned things ar ... Show More
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