1. Recap: EFL Cup build-up & most complete playerpublished at 15:00 Greenwich Mean Time 5 February

    That's all from us today.

    You can recap on anything you've missed from clicking on the summary points.

    We'll be back tonight to bring you live text coverage of Arsenal v Newcastle United in the EFL Cup semi-final.

    Alternatively, BBC Radio 5 Live will also be across that fixture this evening with Ian Dennis and Chris Waddle bringing you commentary from St James' Park.

    Otherwise, we will see you bright and early tomorrow morning to do it all again.

    Have a good one!

  2. What's to come?published at 14:59 Greenwich Mean Time 5 February

    Newcastle v Arsenal (agg: 2-0, 20:00 GMT)

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    Newcastle and Arsenal meet at St James' Park in the second leg of the Carabao Cup semi-finals on Wednesday with the Gunners looking to overturn a two-goal deficit, while the hosts are aiming to move one step closer to a first major trophy in 56 years.

    Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon both scored at Emirates Stadium on 8 January to ensure Eddie Howe's side have one foot in the final.

    Arsenal, however, will be determined to keep their own trophy hopes alive and go into the game on the back of their most impressive result of the season - a 5-1 defeat of reigning Premier League champions Manchester City.

  3. Postpublished at 14:57 Greenwich Mean Time 5 February

    Nope, not yet. And your entry sneaks in as the last Get Involved of the day, Dan.

    Thank you all for you insightful, and very often hilarious messages. Same again tomorrow, please.

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    Get Involvedpublished at 14:55 Greenwich Mean Time 5 February

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    Has no one mentioned Glenn Hoddle as one of the most complete footballers of all time? From goalkeeper to sweeper to midfielder and forward, he was class all over the pitch. Would have been devastating on today’s pitches with today’s rules on tackling.

    Dan, Bristol

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    Get Involvedpublished at 14:53 Greenwich Mean Time 5 February

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    Most complete footballer. Has to be Cruyff. Total football, you had to be able to play anywhere and he had a move named after him. Decent shout for Neeskens as well.

    Colin, London

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  6. Postpublished at 14:52 Greenwich Mean Time 5 February

    Unless some breaking news happens, we're going to close this page at 15:00 GMT so we can get a bit of a rest before the football tonight.

    Our poll by the way is neck and neck.

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  7. Postpublished at 14:51 Greenwich Mean Time 5 February

    I'll get through a live text without an error one of these days...

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    Get Involvedpublished at 14:48 Greenwich Mean Time 5 February

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    Re: 13.33 Tottenham’s Poor Form You’ve mixed up the average points per game with the percentage of maximum points they could have won over 12 games, although you’ve expressed it in decimal form as 0.22. The figure you’re looking for is 0.67 points per game. See me after school.

    Mike

  9. Postpublished at 14:46 Greenwich Mean Time 5 February

    Thanks Leigh. Milner's probably going to end up being a really great manager too, isn't he? Worked under the best. Klopp, Pep, Mancini, even Sir Bobby Robson for a little bit.

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    Get Involved - Most complete player of all timepublished at 14:43 Greenwich Mean Time 5 February

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    You’ve got the wrong city player in that picture! Clearly James Milner is the most complete player of all time! He’s played every position, he’s probably been the tea lady and kit man at some of his clubs! #legend

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    Most complete footballer has to be Michael Essien. True box to box player. Played as needed in the back four and twice scored Chelsea's goal of the season. Magnificent footballer!

    Simon, Kent

  12. Postpublished at 14:38 Greenwich Mean Time 5 February

    Also, has a great chant. Yaya, Ya-Ya-Yaya...

    Did Ronaldo or Messi ever have any good chants?

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    Get Involved - Most complete player of all timepublished at 14:34 Greenwich Mean Time 5 February

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    Yaya Toure - played as a CB for Barcelona before moving into midfield and scored goals for fun at City.

    Sam

    Yaya Toure is the most complete player of all time. You could stick him in any position and he'd drop an 8/10 - easy.

    Jack, Oxford

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  14. Postpublished at 14:31 Greenwich Mean Time 5 February

    And that's Ange Postecoglou's press conference done.

    Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero remain out, Kevin Danso will be involved against Liverpool, and Mathys Tel definitely wants to be a Spurs player. Those are the top lines.

  15. 'I do not think Liverpool will be any less anxious than us'published at 14:26 Greenwich Mean Time 5 February

    Liverpool v Tottenham (Thu, 20:00 GMT)

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    Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou on the trophy drought and the pressure to deliver tomorrow evening: "It's a big occasion for everyone. It's a semi-final. I don't think Liverpool will be any less anxious than us. It's a big game for both clubs. You recognise that, you embrace that, but ultimately if you want to be successful these are the games that you want to be involved with because the alternative is, you'll be at home on the couch watching two other teams on the TV wishing you were there."

  16. 'I am more than 100% sure that Tel wants to be here'published at 14:22 Greenwich Mean Time 5 February

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    Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou was asked how he convinced Mathys Tel to join the club after it was reported he initially rejected the move: "I think people need to understand that you are talking about a 19-year-old who has to make a major decision for his career and it's not that he rejected us or rejected anyone else - I think he just wanted to be comfortable with his decision. I don't think he wanted to be pushed in a certain direction and it's credit to him.

    "I had a conversation with him and it was purely around the football and I think he'll find a really good place for him here. Irrespective of age he will get an opportunity here. The way we play I think will suit him and what we are building beyond - I thought this would be the perfect fit for his next step. I think it's right that he took time in his decision."

    On whether he is convinced Tel wants to be at the club: "I am more than 100% sure that he wants to be here. He was so diligent when he made the decision that it gave me even more confidence that we were getting the right kind of mentality and player. He is very ambitious. He has a great deal of self belief and confidence and it feels like he can reach the very top of the game."

  17. Danso will play a part on Thursdaypublished at 14:19 Greenwich Mean Time 5 February

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    Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou on whether Kevin Danso will be involved on Thursday: "Kevin Danso will play. Whether he starts or not we will have a look because we have another game in three days. Pedro [Porro] has played every minute of football we've had for the last three months. It's great to get Kevin in but whether he will start or come on, we will make a decision. Having him available as an option is good."

  18. Van de Ven and Romero remain out for EFL Cup semi-finalpublished at 14:16 Greenwich Mean Time 5 February

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    Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou on team news: "In terms of availability, everyone is fine from last week so no issues there. Kevin Danso and Mathys Tel are both available, they have trained.

    "With Micky [van de Ven] and [Cristian] Romero to a certain extent, I kind of feel we have to be a bit more conservative with them. Micky got through the game [vs Elfsborg] alright but I don't think he feels ready for Premier League intensity and that's the same with Cristian. We are going to keep them ticking over in training and make sure they are absolutely ready with no set-backs."

  19. Postpublished at 14:14 Greenwich Mean Time 5 February

    Look, I like your reasoning Tom. But did David James' cameo up front for Manchester City scream "complete footballer" to you?

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    Get Involved - Most complete player of all timepublished at 14:12 Greenwich Mean Time 5 February

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    David James, Top class keeper and brought on upfront and won a penalty. How many other keepers have played outfield?

    Tom, Aberlour

    If we're talking a keeper as most complete, surely it's Alisson? Great at saves, great passer of the ball, and a fantastic goalscorer to boot!

    Herbert, isle of mull

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