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James Chettle
James Chettle is dave.sport's football journalist and writes the bulk of our news, match reports, player ratings and analysis. He is a journalism graduate from Liverpool John Moores University. Working alongside editors Jack Shaw and Matt Price, he provides detailed coverage of the Premier League and major domestic fixtures. While the dave.sport AI desk handles fact-based updates such as line-ups, results and how to watch via our TV guide, James focuses on post-match reaction and tactical breakdowns. His writing also extends across our other main sections, bringing fans regular updates on rugby and boxing. Fans can follow his latest articles for clear, precise sports coverage.
Adam Smith: From a League One loan to Bournemouth’s European milestone
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Reece James undergoes knee surgery as Chelsea issue injury update
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Who is Noah Sadiki? Sunderland’s European match-winner and his rise from Brussels
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How to watch Gloucester vs Bordeaux: TV channel, live stream and kick-off time
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Georginio Rutter gives Brighton a selection decision before Crystal Palace derby
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Lisandro Martinez apologises after talks with Carrick and Man Utd hierarchy
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Alvaro Arbeloa responds to Fulham sack reports: ‘It’s not about me’
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Premier League teams in Europe: Sunderland strike late as Bournemouth and Brighton win
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Hearts 1–1 Nordsjaelland: Late Røjkjær equaliser denies Jambos winning European start
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Benfica 4–1 Celtic: Jhon Durán double leaves Hoops facing uphill Europa League task
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Bournemouth 3–0 Sturm Graz: Cherries celebrate first home European night with victory
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Brighton 4–0 Kauno Zalgiris: Rutter double gets Conference League campaign off to winning start
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Daichi Kamada makes his case for Crystal Palace start at Brighton
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Granit Xhaka gives Sunderland a rotation dilemma after Torreense rescue
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Sunderland player ratings vs Torreense: Xhaka changes the game as Sadiki delivers late winner
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Crystal Palace player ratings vs Lyon: Pino and Kamada impress as defensive lapses prove costly
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Lyon 3–2 Crystal Palace: Eagles’ fightback falls short on Pierre Sage’s return
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Torreense 1–2 Sunderland: Noah Sadiki’s stoppage-time volley completes Europa League comeback
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