Departing Watkins apologised for refusing to play – Emery
Ollie Watkins is leaving Aston Villa as their record Premier League goalscorer.
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‘Mortified’ McInnes takes responsibility for Rangers’ European exit
Manager Derek McInnes says he take "full responsibility" for Rangers' "embarrassing" Conference League exit at the hands of Jablonec.
Root shows off-field leadership – now for on-field
Joe Root has shown himself to be the off-field leader England need - now comes a chance to show his credentials as captain on-field.
O’Neill takes responsibility with nowhere to hide for Celtic
Celtic manager Martin O'Neill says his team have a "million miles to go" after defeat in Austria.
Three reasons Chelsea could challenge for title – and one issue that could haunt them
While Chelsea's front three produced a sparkling display in their win over Fulham, goalkeeper Robert Sanchez remains a major concern.
What will it take to stop the England hangovers?
Yet again, England are dealing with a player involved in a late-night incident. Only strong action will ensure there are no more, writes Stephan Shemilt.
ECB investigates Carse ‘nightclub incident’
The ECB is investigating after videos circulating online appear to show England bowler Brydon Carse being led away from a nightclub in handcuffs.
Brentford beat lacklustre Spurs in comfortable opening day win
Tottenham Hotspur's Premier League season under Roberto De Zerbi gets off to a dismal start as they lose 3-0 to a dominant Brentford side at the Gtech Community Stadium.
Swaggering Arsenal want title attack, not defence
Arsenal started last season as nearly men but their title win has given them a swagger - as Coventry discovered on the Premier League's opening night.
