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Albania, the minnows who worship Norman Wisdom, are the unlikeliest of Euro 2016 qualifiers after securing spot in France

JOE BERNSTEIN: There is no more unlikely qualifier for Euro 2016 than Albania whose footballers have shown there is more to the former Iron Curtain secret state than a fixation for Norman Wisdom.




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Euro 2016 managers vintage football sticker special

Some of them have been there, a few of them have done it - but do the managers who are guiding 24 national sides at Euro 2016 really know what their players are going through?




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Albania 1-3 Ukraine: Andriy Yarmolenko and Yevhen Konoplyanka on target in final Euro 2016 warm-up match

Albania leveled quickly after conceding an early goal, but gave away another goal at the start of the new half, and Ukraine, also going to Euro 2016, sealed the win with two minutes to go.




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Germany boast most valuable squad at Euro 2016 while England are behind Spain and Belgium

Figures – collated by the Association of Accounting Technicians using player values according to transfermarkt.com – value the German squad at £421.4million with England at £334.5m.




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Euro 2016: Martin Keown's verdict on every group and team in France

Sportsmail's Martin Keown brings you his guide to all six groups. The former England defender's breaks down each team including star men, ones to watch and his take on their tournament prospects.




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Euro 2016: Martin Keown's verdict on Group A, France, Romania, Albania and Switzerland

The hosts' group is relatively straightforward and should not pose too many problems to Didier Deschamps. Switzerland are a talented side but Albania and Romania are certainly minnows.




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Yann Sommer urges Switzerland team-mates to speak up on the pitch at Euro 2016 

Switzerland have to communicate better on the field and must be more composed in possession if they want to qualify for the knockout stages of Euro 2016, goalkeeper Yann Sommer said.




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France 2-0 Albania, Euro 2016 RESULT: Antoine Griezmann and Dimitri Payet strike late for host nation in Marseille

France made it two Euro 2016 wins from two against Albania in Marseille on Wednesday night in Group A after late strikes from Antoine Griezmann and Dimitri Payet.




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Dimitri Payet watch: West Ham United playmaker is France's key man again

Dimitri Payet was once again France's most creative and purposeful outlet on Wednesday night, capping a superb display with another goal.




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France 2-0 Albania: Substitute Antoine Griezmann and Dimitri Payet snatch late victory for Didier Deschamps' hosts in Marseille

IAN LADYMAN IN MARSEILLE: France made it two Euro wins from two against Albania at the Stade Velodrome on Wednesday night, with late goals from Antoine Griezmann & Dimitri Payet.




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Antoine Griezmann gains 'revenge' for Romania display with crucial late strike against Albania at Euro 2016

Antoine Griezmann has claimed that his late goal for France against Albania enacted some 'revenge' for his disappointing showing in the Euro 2016 opener against Romania.




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Martin Keown's Euro 2016 big match analysis: France vs Switzerland, Hungary vs Iceland and Romania vs Albania 

Ahead of kick-off, Sportsmail 's MARTIN KEOWN offers his assessment of three of the big games from this weekend's Euro 2016 fixtures including the hosts' final group game.




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Albania are pinning their Euro 2016 hopes on returning captain Lorik Cana ahead of their crucial clash with Romania

Albania are hoping the return of inspirational captain Lorik Cana will drive the debutants on to a first victory and help them sneak into the last 16.




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Euro 2016: Sportsmail's guide to the final round of group games and what they mean

Although the permutations over the third-place teams who will progress are complicated enough to require some serious mathematics the make-up of the individual groups are rather simpler.




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Romania vs Albania Euro 2016 preview: Line-up prediction, kick-off time, TV channel, betting odds, team news and head-to-head 

Romania head into this clash knowing that three points could be enough to take them into the next round but only if Switzerland lose to France.




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Romania 0-1 Albania: Armando Sadiku header gives Albania hope of Last 16 and sends Romania home

CRAIG HATHERALL AT STADE DES LUMINIERES: An Armando Sadiku header gave Albania three points, and a fighting chance of making the Last 16 in France.




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Albania and Romania face UEFA charges for crowd trouble during Euro 2016 fixture

European football's governing body has opened disciplinary proceedings against Albania and Romania after their fans caused trouble in their Group A game at Euro 2016 on Sunday.




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Dexter Blackstock has no regrets over quitting football as ex-striker turns hand to pharmaceuticals

Dexter Blackstock has gone from football to pharmaceuticals - and hopes to save lives, slash the cost of healthcare and even help change the perception of professional players.




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QPR sign West Ham's Jordan Hugill on season-long loan as Mark Wardburton hails striker

QPR have signed West Ham striker Jordan Hugill on a season-long loan. The 27-year-old found opportunities hard to come by at the Hammers after making the step up from Preston.




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Berbatov urges Man United fans to lay off 'childish' Pogba and Lingard over social media lifestyle

EXCLUSIVE: Both Pogba and Lingard have come under scrutiny for their activity across social media sites like Instagram in the last 12 months but Berbatov believes they must express themselves.




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'I want to prove everyone wrong': Jordan Hugill determined to make most of shot at redemption at QPR

Jordan Hugill has had a rocky last couple of seasons to say the least. Signed by West Ham in January 2018, he was on the verge of achieving his dream - becoming a Premier League striker.




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Championship news: Huddersfield could be first to sack their manager as winless run continues

Huddersfield have only played against QPR, Derby, and Lincoln City so far this season, but pressure is already growing on manager Jan Siewert. They crashed out of the Carabao Cup.




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Alex Ferguson's keeper coach reveals the story behind when Man United lost the title to rivals City

Manchester United's former goalkeeper coach Eric Steele has recalled that sickening moment they lost out on the Premier League title to City with one of the last kicks of the season.




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QPR 0-2 West Brom: Nathan Ferguson and Matheus Pereira strike in victory

West Bromwich Albion went top of the Championship - albeit for a short time - as they disposed of QPR at Loftus Road. Victory meant they extended their unbeaten run to nine in a row.




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West Brom star Matheus Pereira apologises for 'cut-throat' celebration at QPR

Matheus Pereira has apologised to QPR after celebrating a goal with a 'cut-throat' action during West Brom's 2-0 victory in September.




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Mason Mount has gone from battling in the Championship to starting for Chelsea and England in a year

In October 2018 Mason Mount featured as Derby drew 1-1 away to QPR in the Championship. Fast forward a year and the midfielder is is in line to make his first start for England.




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Leeds 2-0 QPR: Roberts and Harrison send Marcelo Bielsa's side to the top of the Championship

DEREK HUNTER AT ELLAND ROAD: Tyler Roberts and Jack Harrison fired Leeds United to the top of the Championship as they comfortably saw off QPR 2-0 at Elland Road.




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Newcastle 'scout QPR full-back Ryan Manning during Leeds defeat' as Steve Bruce steps up work

Newcastle scouted QPR full-back Ryan Manning during his side's 2-0 defeat by Leeds on Saturday. According to Football Insider, the Magpies are keeping close tabs on the 23-year-old.




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Fulham 2-1 QPR: Aboubakar Kamara scores brace as hosts prevail in west London derby

ADAM SHERGOLD AT CRAVEN COTTAGE: Aboubakar Kamara scored a brace as Fulham came from behind to beat QPR 2-1. Jordan Hugill put QPR in front after just three minutes.




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AHEAD OF THE GAME: Derby earmark Wayne Rooney as a future manager

MATT HUGHES - AHEAD OF THE GAME: This week, Derby County have earmarked Rooney as a future manager, as he joins up with the Championship side for this weekend's home game.




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Tottenham's '£20m move for Eberechi Eze could be halted after Mauricio Pochettino's sacking'

QPR midfielder Eberechi Eze could have his dream move to Tottenham called off after Mauricio Pochettino was sacked. West Ham, Leicester and Chelsea are all looking at the 21-year-old midfielder.




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Former Derby County and Portsmouth manager Jim Smith passes away at the age of 79

Smith also enjoyed three spells as manager of Oxford United where he achieved legendary status at the club after guiding them from Division Three to Division One.




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Mansfield youngster scores incredible 40-yard strike to keep his team in FA Youth Cup

Kyle Tomlin scored an outrageous last-minute 40-yard screamer for Mansfield Town's Under 18 side in the FA Youth Cup against Queens Park Rnagers, which the Stags went on to win.




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Ian Holloway takes over as manager of League Two strugglers Grimsby Town

Ian Holloway held final talks with Grimsby Town earlier this week before agreeing a contract on Tuesday morning. Holloway's last managerial job was with QPR in 2018.




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Transfer News RECAP: Chelsea, Tottenham, Manchester Unired, Real Madrid and more

The January transfer window is in full swing with Olivier Giroud drawing closer to a move to Antonio Conte's Inter Milan, and Christian Eriksen's exit from Tottenham developing. 




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Brentford 3-1 QPR: Said Benrahma, Bryan Mbeumo and Ollie Watkins goals put Rangers to the sword

ADAM SHERGOLD AT GRIFFIN PARK: Brentford recorded a seventh straight home win to claim a 3-1 victory in the west London derby against Queen Park Rangers and cut the gap to the top.




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Derby County set to offer Mason Bennett a new contract after Millwall interest

Derby County are to offer a new deal to forward Mason Bennett, who has attracted interest from Millwall. The 23-year-old is out of contract in the summer. Derby wanted to sign Jack Clarke.




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The maddest transfer deadline day moments ever, including Peter Odemwingie and Manchester United

From Player tantrums, to supporter meltdowns. You can see more drama on deadline day then you do for the entire window previously. Here we look back at the maddest moments ever.




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Bristol City agree permanent deal to sign Nahki Wells from Burnley

Wells scored 13 goals in 26 games for the Loftus Road club. And the interest in him was led by City who turned to Wells in their search for a striker after missing out on Arsenal's Eddie Nketiah.




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Manchester City find their feet in Europe at last to lift pressure on Pep Guardiola

IAN LADYMAN AT THE BERNABEU: In the 10 years Man City have spent climbing to the summit of English and European football, there have been some significant passages of play.




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JAMIE REDKNAPP: Roberto Firmino is the perfect No 9 plus find out who makes my team of the week

JAMIE REDKNAPP: Liverpool are cruising to their first championship in 30 years and Saturday's victory over Bournemouth was their 22nd straight home win - a new record in the English top flight.




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Les Ferdinand hails Eberechi Eze and admits QPR may be forced to sell star to Crystal Palace

Les Ferdinand has hailed Eberechi Eze as one of the best players he has ever seen and confirmed Crystal Palace wanted to prise him away from QPR in January.




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Adam Sandler drives the family van to pick up groceries in Malibu amid coronavirus pandemic

The 53-year-old comedian took the family van while picking up supplies Sunday in Malibu, California.




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Ariel Winter wears respirator mask and disposable gloves as she stocks up on groceries in LA

Ariel, who continues to sport dyed red hair, was casually dressed for the outing in a v-neck short-sleeve top and sweatpants tucked into black boots.




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Genetic genealogy leads to arrest of man, 71, for cold case murder of doughnut shop worker 

Phillip Wilson (left), 71, was arrested at his home on Thursday on suspicion of killing Robin Brooks (right), who was 20 years old when she was stabbed to death in her apartment on April 24, 1980.




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Harrison Ford, 77, heads out to a tennis match wearing a bandana on his head but no face mask

He's starred in two of the hugest film franchises of all time, and even though he's approaching 80, remaining fit and active is still a top priority. 




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Chip company whose employee was first US COVID victim suspected 2 other cases in March

Lam Research has several offices across the US but also in Asia, including in Wuhan. It is who Patricia Dowd, 57, worked for until her death on February 6 which was from COVID-19.




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Magical footage shows dolphins 'glowing' as they swim through bioluminescent algae

Photographer Patrick Coyne - who took the video off of the coast of Newport Beach, California - described the sight as one of the most 'magical' nights of his life.




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Yosemite releases video of wildlife roaming free without humans in the national park

The Facebook page for the Yosemite National Park posted a heartwarming video on Monday showing bears, deer and other wild animals out and about.




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Kim Kardashian has on full makeup in her pajamas

The 39-year-old TV star tried to prove it as she shared two new images with son Saint to Instagram where they were both in their sleepwear. But she was in full makeup.