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England football manager Gareth Southgate, Three Lions captain Harry Kane and cyclist Geraint Thomas are among the sports stars decorated with awards for their achievements. Southgate, who led the national team to its first World Cup semi-final since 1990, is appointed an OBE for his services to football. Southgate said: “I'm an incredibly proud Englishman, so having had the opportunity to have represented my country…

December is a time for clip shows, running through the highlights – or lowlights – of a memorable year, decade or lifetime. With that in mind, it felt apt at this time to focus on a one-man own goal highlight reel, football’s own Gil Gunderson: Mr Richard Dunne. Dunne turned bad luck into an art form during nearly two decades in the Premier League,…

There must have been something in the air over New Year’s weekend in 2011/12, with the four teams occupying the Champions League qualification spots all failing to emerge victorious in the Premier League. Yet whereas third-placed Tottenham Hotspur at least managed a draw against Swansea City, each of Chelsea, Manchester United and Manchester City were unable to even pick up a point… Chelsea 1-3…

The latest weekend preview from the Tizzard stables Saturday – Newbury 2.25 – Sandy Beach For whatever reason we couldn’t quite get Sandy Beach right last year, but we had his wind looked at and he did it nicely on his return at Uttoxeter last month. He’s won at Newbury before and hopefully he’s still got a pound or two in hand here, it’s…

Racing ambassador previews his weekend rides Saturday – Newbury 12.05 – Legal History I start the day on Legal History, who is having his first run over hurdles.  He’s schooled nicely, and while it’s a competitive looking race, we’re hopeful of a nice start. His flat form is respectable, and he’s pleased us at home so I’m looking forward to this. 2.25 – Aurillac…

Week 17 is here and the final Sunday of the regular season looks set to be a dramatic one that is full of tension, nerves and touchdowns. The final week can be tough as injuries rack up and some teams may rest their stars ahead of the playoffs. There are often shocks on the final day when two teams meet who have little to…

One of the biggest dreams for a slot machine player is to pull the progressive jackpot off, isn’t it? Neither can you use any trick here nor say any magic words. A random number generator helps to make a major win in progressive slots online. So, your probability of winning or losing has got nothing to do with the man who was playing right…

In the lead up to Gameweek 19 there was a sudden mad rush to recruit any attacking option wearing the red and black of Manchester United, this following their attacking renaissance under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Before a ball was kicked at Old Trafford, however, there was bad news for the 250,000 odd Fantasy Premier League managers who had signed Anthony Martial. The Frenchman wasn't…

Bournemouth travel to Old Trafford to face Manchester United smarting from a Boxing Day 5-0 thrashing at the hands of Tottenham Hotspur. A tough test faces Eddie Howe's side, as they will play a Red Devils team reenergised under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Under the Norwegian interim boss the Mancunians have scored eight goals in two victories. Read more: Next Manchester United manager: 5 contenders for permanent…

It's not only Christmas weight that needs to be shed at this time of the year. Come the Christmas period, Fantasy Premier League managers often use their last opportunity to redeem their first wildcard and revamp teams bloated with point-fearing players. Consider recruiting one of the following players if you are undergoing a last-minute clean-out of your FPL squad. Abdoulaye Doucoure, Watford Abdoulaye Doucoure…

Buoyed by two wins in his first two matches, interim Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer can feel confident of being backed financially to achieve in the Premier League or in Europe this season. He likely will not be allowed to spend to the same degree as Jose Mourinho‘s first transfer window (£185m and Zlatan Ibrahimovic on a free), but he'll be given a…

Welcome to the BetBright STATZONE, where we give you the stats and you make the decisions! The Premier League action is coming at us thick-and-fast at the moment as we head into week 20. Another big set of fixtures over Saturday and Sunday – we get going on Saturday (29th) with five 3pm games that include Spurs v Wolves and Leicester hosting Cardiff, while…

Southampton, 1998/99 When Santa Claus was making his way down the world’s chimneys on Christmas Day 1998, there was little festive cheer to be found in Southampton. Dave Jones’ men were mired in a relegation battle having won just three of their first 18 matches and conceded 35 goals – the worst defensive record in the division. A 2-0 defeat by Chelsea followed on…

We pick our favourites, what are yours? From Lewis Hamilton’s fifth world drivers’ title, to Gareth Bale’s Champions League Final stunner and Europe’s stunning Ryder Cup win, it’s been another incredible 12 months of sport. We’ve listed 10 of our favourite moments from 2018 below, if you think there’s one we’ve missed, then let us know! England win a shootout An unbelievable summer produced…

Odds and preview of Prem tussle It may be the season of goodwill, but neither Southampton nor West Ham United will be in a generous mood, with tonight’s Premier League clash vital for both sides. Saints are bidding to boost their three-point gap above the drop zone after a couple of wins under new boss Ralph Hassenhuttl. As for the Irons, victory could take…