Summary

  • Leeds news conference followed by Fulham, Everton & Nottm Forest

  • Europa League: Barcelona v Man Utd (knockout play-offs, first leg, 17:45)

  • England women v South Korea, Arnold Clark Cup (19:45)

  • Man City win 3-1 at Arsenal to go top of Premier League

  • Spurs boss Antonio Conte to remain at home as he recovers from surgery

  • Champions League: Chelsea lose 1-0 at Dortmund in last-16 first leg

  • Get involved #bbcfootball, via WhatsApp on 03301231826 or text 81111 (UK only, standard message rates apply)

  1. 'I'm supporting the club'published at 13:03 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

    Everton v Leeds (Sat, 15:00 GMT)

    Leeds United

    Leeds interim boss Michael Skubala has been speaking to the media, previewing the trip to Everton on Saturday.

    First, he's asked about continuing in the role for the upcoming games: "I'm supporting the club, that's the way I've looked at it. I'm focussed on Everton, and then if we do well, the next game."

  2. 'This is unacceptable'published at 13:00 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

    Arsenal 1-3 Manchester City

    Missile thrown towards Manchester City's Kevin de BruyneImage source, Getty Images

    Arsenal have responded to reports that Kevin de Bruyne had objects thrown towards him during Manchester City's 3-1 win at the Emirates on Wednesday night, saying it is "unacceptable and will not be tolerated".

    A spokesperson for Arsenal said: "We are studying CCTV footage and if we are able to identify the culprits they will be subject to strict sanctions. This is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.”

  3. Everything Man Utd in one placepublished at 12:58 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

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  4. Commentary detailspublished at 12:51 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

    Barcelona v Man Utd (17:45)

    BBC Radio 5 Live

    We will return to those classic encounters between Manchester United and Barcelona throughout the afternoon, but here is a reminder for any fan hoping to follow their latest match-up, BBC Radio 5 Live will have coverage of tonight's Europa League knockout play-off.

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  5. Classic encounters - Sharpe finish lights up Old Traffordpublished at 12:41 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

    Barcelona v Man Utd (17:45)

    Lee Sharpe scores for Manchester United against Barcelona in the Champions League in 1994Image source, Rex Features

    It's a finish we see increasingly in the modern game - a low cross slightly behind a forward, who improvises with a backheel flick between his own legs.

    Back in 1994, it was pretty much unheard of, which is why Manchester United fans old enough to recall Lee Sharpe's cheeky Champions League group-stage effort against Barcelona remember it vividly to this day.

    Sharpe's exquisite, instinctive 80th-minute finish from Roy Keane's cross earned United a point in a 2-2 draw at Old Trafford after Barca had recovered from Hughes' opener to lead through goals either side of half-time from Romario and Jose Mari Bakero.

    But Barcelona would have the last laugh at the Nou Camp two weeks later with a 4-0 thrashing of United - without the suspended Eric Cantona and playing Gary Walsh in goal in place of Peter Schmeichel because of the "three-foreigner rule", external that existed in European competitions at that time.

    The Catalans pipped United to second in the group behind surprise winners IFK Gothenburg.

    Click here for the full feature on classic matches between Manchester United & Barcelona.

  6. FA investigating after objects thrown at De Bruynepublished at 12:34 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

    Arsenal 1-3 Man City

    The Football Association has launched an investigation after Manchester City's Kevin de Bruyne had objects thrown at him during their 3-1 win at Arsenal on Wednesday evening.

    The midfielder was targeted while he was walking around the pitch after being substituted late on.

    Referee Anthony Taylor is believed to have mentioned it in his match report.

    De Bruyne scored and set up a goal as City took over top spot in the Premier League from the Gunners.

    Read the full story here.

    A plastic cup is thrown towards Manchester City midfielder Kevin de BruyneImage source, Getty Images
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    Get Involved - unlikely club heroespublished at 12:29 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

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    Cult heroes graphicImage source, BBC Sport

    In case you missed our earlier post, the BBC Sport has asked contributors for their club's most unlikely cult hero - the one that only supporters of their club actually care about.

    Read the full feature here.

    We will be posting some of the best entries throughout the day, but would also like to know who you would flag for your club.

    Get in touch using the details above.

  8. Man Utd's cult hero - John O'Sheapublished at 12:24 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

    Manchester United's John O'Shea during a Champions League game.Image source, Getty Images

    Alex Turk, Stretford Paddock, external

    Not many have earned United club hero status more than John O'Shea.

    Despite rarely being remembered among the club's great defenders, he made 394 appearances across the back line and in midfield.

    Under Sir Alex Ferguson, O'Shea won everything in just less than 12 years after graduating from the academy.

    Read the full piece on Premier League clubs' unlikely cult heroes.

  9. How the table standspublished at 12:20 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

    That's a fair point Damian. Manchester United are five points off the top and have no matches left against the top two.

    Manchester City, meanwhile, host Arsenal on Wednesday, 26 April.

    That game could be HUGE!

    Manchester City top the Premier League table
  10. get involved

    Get Involved - who will win the title?published at 12:15 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

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    No shout for Man Utd to win the title? Last night's result did us a few favours too!

    Damian

  11. 'If you get De Jong in your team it will be stronger' - Ten Hagpublished at 12:10 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

    Barcelona v Man Utd (17:45)

    Frenkie de JongImage source, Getty Images

    Frenkie de Jong, who was heavily linked with a move to Manchester United in the summer, could well line up against them for Barcelona in tonight's Europa League knockout play-off.

    United boss Erik ten Hag is very familiar with the 25-year-old Netherlands midfielder, having managed him at Ajax before his transfer to the Nou Camp.

    "He's a fantastic player playing out from the back, he always has time, it was a pleasure to work with him," said Ten Hag.

    "Frenkie is an incredibly good player [and would be] for every club in the whole world. He has a unique quality, if you can get him in your squad your team will be stronger."

    Read the full preview here.

  12. Spurs boss Conte to miss West Ham gamepublished at 12:03 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

    Tottenham v West Ham (Sun, 16:30 GMT)

    Tottenham manager Antonio Conte greets West Ham boss David MoyesImage source, Getty Images

    We brought you the news earlier that Tottenham manager Antonio Conte was to remain at his home in Italy as he recovers from surgery to remove his gallbladder.

    The former Chelsea and Juventus head coach returned to the dugout for Spurs' 4-1 defeat at Leicester at the weekend and was at the San Siro on Tuesday as his side lost 1-0 in the first leg of their last-16 Champions League tie.

    Tottenham have now confirmed that he will miss Sunday's game against West Ham.

    Click here for more details.

  13. get involved

    Get Involvedpublished at 11:58 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

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    Neymar wouldn't last 5 minutes in the Premier League. His diving and histrionics are bad enough on an international stage, imagine how he'd cope against a fired-up Leeds at Elland Road, for example. Most overrated player in world football right now, which probably explains why Chelsea are interested...

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    A reminder folks to please leave a name with any messages you send us. Thanks...

  14. Who is your club's ultimate cult hero?published at 11:53 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

    Your club's cult hero header imageImage source, BBC Sport

    It was Valentine's Day on Tuesday, so what better time to uncover the unsung heroes that only supporters of your club actually care about.

    Here's who our fan community chose.

    We'll share a few here, too.

  15. 'Both clubs needed a reset' - Ten Hagpublished at 11:46 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

    Barcelona v Man Utd (17:45)

    Erik ten HagImage source, Getty Images

    Barcelona, who will be without Sergio Busquets and Ousmane Dembele for Thursday's game at home to Manchester United, will provide a tough test.

    They top La Liga, 11 points ahead of Real Madrid, and have won their past eight games in all competitions.

    Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag said Xavi, his counterpart at Barcelona, was heading in the right direction following a much-needed "reset".

    "Both clubs are in the Europa League, but both clubs have the ambition to be in the Champions League," he said.

    "The reality is both clubs needed a reset and we are both going in the right direction.

    "It's exciting to face each other. With each test you get better."

    Read the full preview here.

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  16. Classic encounters - Robson-inspired comeback stuns Maradonapublished at 11:40 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

    Barcelona v Man Utd (17:45 GMT)

    Bryan Robson and Maradona exchange pennants ahead of the 1983-84 European Cup Winners' Cup quarter-final second leg between Manchester United and BarcelonaImage source, Getty Images

    It took until 1984 for Manchester United and Barcelona to meet competitively - and it was a blockbuster.

    Diego Maradona's Barcelona looked set to cruise into the semi-finals of the European Cup Winners' Cup when they beat United 2-0 in the first leg at the Nou Camp.

    But they had not reckoned on the Red Devils' Captain Marvel, Bryan Robson. The United legend outshone his Barca counterpart by scoring twice to level the tie on aggregate.

    And with Maradona not appearing fully fit, Frank Stapleton scored the winner to send Ron Atkinson's side through in what is still regarded as one of the great atmospheric European nights at Old Trafford.

    Read Michael Beardmore's full piece on classic Man Utd/Barcelona encounters here.

  17. Xavi's praise for Ten Hag & Rashfordpublished at 11:33 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

    Barcelona v Man Utd (17:45)

    Marcus Rashford & Erik ten Hag embraceImage source, Getty Images

    Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez has praised Erik ten Hag for transforming Manchester United and turning Marcus Rashford into "one of the most dangerous players in Europe".

    The Spanish giants host United on Thursday in the first leg of their Europa League knockout round play-off.

    "In the transition he is very, very dangerous so we need to take care of all of them but especially Rashford," said Xavi.

    "He's one of the most dangerous players now in Europe.

    "Ten Hag is a great coach. In my mind I believe that somehow [reversing] the situation of United was no easy task and he's accomplishing it.

    "They are excited again, the club, the fanbase and also the way they play does a lot.

    "He changes things offensively, defensively, everyone's working very well, so it's a tough rival for us and he's a very interesting coach."

  18. Want more Chelsea?published at 11:29 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

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  19. Gossip - Neymar to Chelsea?published at 11:22 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

    PSG forward NeymarImage source, Getty Images

    Could Neymar be heading to the Premier League?

    According to Le Parisien,, external Chelsea owner Todd Boehly has met with Paris St-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi in Paris to discuss a possible summer transfer move.

    Would you like to see this move happen? Hit the thumbs...

  20. Gossip - Rashford to Arsenal?published at 11:15 Greenwich Mean Time 16 February 2023

    Marcus Rashford celebrates a goal for Man UtdImage source, Getty Images

    Manchester United's man-of-the-moment Marcus Rashford is sure to figure against Barcelona after scoring 13 goals in his last 15 appearances for the club.

    Barcelona manager Xavi has been speaking about the England striker ahead of the Europa League play-off and we will be hearing from him in a moment.

    However, it seems Arsenal have also been monitoring Rashford, more importantly his contract situation, and it has been reported they could make a move for him.

    That's from Football Insider, external, in today's gossip column.