BBC Sport takes a look at some star players who were close to moving to the Premier League, only for the deals to fall through.

Panellinios continue their rise – Clifton Hill win the thriller against Sydenham Park – AEK Waverley too strong for Chisholm ...

Panellinios were the big winners in the intra–community survival derby against Clifton Hill. A lively, entertaining 4–2 filled the home supporters with pride, as they watched their side throw ...

There's a new World Cup all-time goalscorer, and it's not Lionel Messi. France's Kylian Mbappé has taken over the title with 22 goals across all tournament appearances. Messi surpassed the ...

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FIFA stated there is "no evidence" the ball struck an overhead wire before England's equalizing goal against Norway in the Three Lions' 2-1 World Cup quarterfinals victory. A goal kick appeared to ...

Norway believed the ball hit the overhead sky cam before Bellingham went on to score England's first-half equaliser Fox Sports Norway were left fuming after they believed the ball hit the sky cam ...

Jude Bellingham's equaliser against Norway in England's World Cup quarter-final victory was close to being ruled out. Bellingham brought the Three Lions level in the clash just before half time, but ...

Egypt nearly put Argentina on the ropes in the 58th minute of Tuesday's World Cup round of 16 match, until VAR had stepped in. Midfielder Mostafa Zico's breakaway goal that would've put Egypt up, 2-0, ...

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ATLANTA — Egypt was in absolute delight, believing it has scored a beautiful team goal to go ahead 2-0 on Argentina, the favorite in their round of 16 contest and the reigning World Cup champion.