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Matthew Holt

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Grew up in North Lincolnshire idolising the likes of Gary Hooper and Billy Sharp for his beloved Scunthorpe United, before eventually departing for the north-west of England and in particular, Manchester. Joined GOAL in the summer of 2023 and has written for Manchester United, Manchester Evening News, Liverpool Echo and SPORF.

Articles by Matthew Holt

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Manchester United M. Rashford
Rashford sends out message to Man Utd ahead of City derby
Marcus Rashford hopes his Manchester United team-mates can rally around each other as they attempt to topple Man City in the 191st Manchester derby.
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D. Rice W. Rooney
Rice reveals how he would try to emulate Rooney
Declan Rice has revealed how he would try to emulate former Manchester United and England striker Wayne Rooney in the playground.
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Tottenham A. Postecoglou
Postecoglou rinses Neville on live TV after Guardiola jibe
Tottenham Hotspur boss Ange Postecoglou poked fun at Gary Neville after it was claimed he has 'copied' Manchester City's Pep Guardiola.
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Bristol Rovers J. Barton
Barton sacked after 3 years in charge at Bristol Rovers
Former Newcastle midfielder Joey Barton has been sacked as Bristol Rovers boss just days after he described Steve Evans as 'a fat man'.
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Chelsea C. Gallagher
Gallagher admits his Chelsea future was uncertain
Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher has admitted his future at the club was uncertain in the summer before Mauricio Pochettino began work.
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CULTURE S. Ojo
Masked rapper Dide drops big hint over his identity
Masked rapper Dide, who claims to be a Premier League footballer, has revealed a potentially huge clue on his true identity.
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V. Andonovski USA
Andonovski admits he had MLS and national team offers
Former USWNT boss Vlatko Andonovski has admitted he had several managerial offers from the MLS prior to taking up his new role at Kansas City Current.
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E. Fernandez Chelsea
Chelsea star Fernandez welcomes new baby boy in London
Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez has welcomed a new baby boy into the world.
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M. Earps England
Earps explains 'special feeling' after England win over Belgium
Mary Earps described playing at Leicester City as 'like coming home again', after the Lionesses beat Belgium 1-0 in the Nations League.
Tottenham Premier League
Tottenham on track to beat Arsenal's invincible record
Tottenham are currently on track to better the record of Arsenal's 'Invincibles', after their latest Premier League victory over Crystal Palace.

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E. Dier Roma
Roma eye January move for Spurs' Dier
Jose Mourinho is said to be eyeing a potential reunion with Tottenham defender Eric Dier at Roma.
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Premier League Tottenham
Tony Cascarino weighs in on Spurs' potential title hopes
Tony Cascarino believes Tottenham 'could be in the conversation' as potential Premier League title contenders this season.
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M. Earps Manchester United Women
Man Utd goalkeeper Mary Earps honoured ahead of 100th game
Manchester United Women's goalkeeper Mary Earps was honoured ahead of her 100th appearance for the club.
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Ebbsfleet United FA Cup
Former Liverpool star Jordan Ibe joins Ebbsfleet United
Former Liverpool and Bournemouth winger Jordan Ibe has joined National League side outfit Ebbsfleet United.
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B. Guimaraes Premier League
How Bruno Guimaraes contract clause could lead to Barca move
Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes could seal a surprise deal to Barcelona due to a secret clause in his contract.
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I. Maatsen Chelsea
Barcelona eyeing shock swoop for Chelsea's Ian Maatsen
Barcelona are said to be eyeing a surprise move for Chelsea youngster Ian Maatsen on a free transfer next summer.
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J. Bellingham K. Trippier
Jude Bellingham praised by England team-mate Kieran Trippier
Kieran Trippier has insisted England team-mate Jude Bellingham can be the difference maker for Gareth Southgate's side at Euro 2024.
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Gillingham League Two
WATCH: Gillingham boss picks up bizarre red card
Gillingham's interim manager Keith Millen was shown a bizarre red card as he attempted to stop Walsall's Tom Knowles.
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J. Butland Birmingham
Rooney wants former Man Utd and England star at Birmingham
Wayne Rooney wants to make former Manchester United and England goalkeeper Jack Butland his first signing at Birmingham City.
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L. Modric Inter Miami CF
Luka Modric linked with January transfer to Inter Miami
Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric has been linked with a shock transfer to Inter Miami.