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Celtic boss Ronny Deila will appeal Dedryck Boyata's red card against Hamilton at New Douglas Park on Friday night. The Hoops defender was sent off for a challenge on Accies striker Carlton Morris just outside the box during the 1-1 draw. Afterwards, Deila said the decision was correct but yesterday he changed his mind. He said: "I have seen it many times on video and I think it is a wrong decision because he was on the ball. We will therefore appeal it." Hiddink seeks doctors' backing Chelsea manager Guus Hiddink has urged doctors at the English FA and Premier League clubs to stand up against a gruelling fixture list. Chelsea have to play four games in 12 days across three competitions after the club's sixth round FA Cup tie with Everton was scheduled for March 12. "Hopefully, the Paris SG game doesn't go into extra time because players need time when the intensity of the league is like it is," Hiddink said. "The medical people at the FA and the Premier League should make this known. Doctors should stand up and say: 'FA, television, whoever.... hey'." Pique not joining Guardiola at City Barcelona defender Gerard Pique has ruled out any chance of him following Pep Guardiola to...

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