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VAR officials stood down after Pro Refs admits Fernandez error cost Manchester United in derby
Howard Webb has apologised to Manchester United and explained how VAR missed Enzo Fernandez's offside interference during Erling Haaland's goal in Sunday's Manchester derby, with the two officials responsible stood down until after the international break.
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Flick backs Yamal's Ballon d'Or 2026 ambitions against Mbappé
After Lamine Yamal declared himself worthy of the 2026 Ballon d'Or ahead of Kylian Mbappé, his coach Hansi Flick publicly supported the 19-year-old Barcelona prodigy's candidacy at a press conference.
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Webb blames 'tunnel vision' as two VAR officials stood down after Manchester derby offside error
Pro Ref chief Howard Webb has admitted VAR officials made a decisive error in allowing Erling Haaland's winner to stand in Manchester City's 1-0 derby victory over United, with the two officials responsible stood down for this weekend's Premier League fixtures.
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Vitinha overheating: PSG at risk ahead of Classique against Marseille
An ever-present starter despite Luis Enrique's rotation policy, Vitinha has been accumulating fatigue for several months. His declining form is a concern as the Classique at the Vélodrome approaches.
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Gabriel refuses to train as 15-year-old's Man United future reaches point of no return
JJ Gabriel has issued a formal request to leave Manchester United and refused to train with the first team this week, ending any prospect of a historic debut. The 15-year-old, who would have been the club's youngest-ever player, has also deleted United-related posts from his social media.
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Rangers legend Nacho Novo's son dies as tributes pour in from football world
Former Rangers striker Nacho Novo, 47, announced on Instagram that his son has died, writing he is 'absolutely broken' by the loss. Tributes have poured in from Rangers FC, fellow footballers, and fans around the world.
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15-year-old JJ Gabriel stuns Man Utd by demanding immediate release after hat-trick
Manchester United academy prodigy JJ Gabriel, 15, has formally requested to leave Old Trafford and refused to train with Michael Carrick's squad. United insist they cannot de-register him under his current contract, while Manchester City, Arsenal, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich monitor the situation.
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Letexier to referee OM-PSG Classique for fourth time in his career
The LFP has appointed François Letexier to referee the OM-PSG match on matchday five of Ligue 1, Sunday evening at the Vélodrome. The international referee will oversee this Classique for the fourth time, notably having sent off Harit during their last encounter in October 2024.
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Man Utd stunned as 15-year-old academy star JJ Gabriel requests exit to become free agent
JJ Gabriel, 15, has formally asked to cancel his registration at Manchester United, ending his expected debut in the Carabao Cup against Brighton. Real Madrid, Barcelona and Bayern Munich have all previously shown interest in the winger.
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Pocognoli names six uncapped players and recalls McBurnie in first Scotland squad
Sebastien Pocognoli has handed six new call-ups in his first Scotland squad, with Hull City striker Oli McBurnie also recalled after a four-year international absence. Billy Gilmour returns from injury for four Nations League fixtures.
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Rothen accused of being on a 'commando mission' against Mbappé after his revelations about Dembélé
After revealing Dembélé's anger towards Mbappé in the Ballon d'Or race, RMC host Jérôme Rothen is accused by influential figure Mohamed Toubache-Ter of acting on behalf of PSG to damage the former Paris player.
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Former Rangers striker Nacho Novo announces death of son Ross, aged 26
Nacho Novo, the former Rangers forward who made more than 250 appearances for the club, has announced the death of his son Ross at the age of 26. The 47-year-old, now manager of Darvel FC, described himself as 'absolutely broken'.
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Barcelona move to extend Gerard Martín's deal as defender cements place under Flick
Barcelona have begun preliminary talks over a new contract for 24-year-old defender Gerard Martín, with reports indicating the club want to extend his current 2028 deal and raise both his salary and release clause.
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Tuchel to name first England squad on September 18 ahead of Nations League opener against Spain
Thomas Tuchel will announce his first England squad since the World Cup on Friday, September 18, with the Three Lions opening their Nations League Group A3 campaign against world champions Spain at Wembley on September 26.
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Celtic and Scotland legend Danny McGrain, 76, diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease
Danny McGrain's family have publicly disclosed the Celtic and Scotland captain's Alzheimer's diagnosis, saying they wanted to be open so he could continue to receive the support of the Celtic family. McGrain, 76, made 663 appearances for Celtic and earned 62 Scotland caps.
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Stones limps off on Inter debut as flexor concern clouds fresh start in Serie A
John Stones was substituted during Inter Milan's 5-3 win over Udinese on Monday after manager Cristian Chivu revealed the former Manchester City defender 'felt something in his flexor', raising fears over another injury setback.
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15-year-old 'Kid Messi' JJ Gabriel stuns Man United by requesting to leave Old Trafford
JJ Gabriel, the 15-year-old England Under-17 forward tipped as Manchester United's next generational talent, has formally asked to cancel his registration at Old Trafford, leaving the club bemused and scrambling to change his mind.
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15-year-old JJ Gabriel stuns Manchester United by demanding to leave before debut
Manchester United are scrambling to understand why 15-year-old JJ Gabriel has formally requested to cancel his registration, days after scoring a hat-trick in the UEFA Youth League and on the eve of what would have been his first-team debut against Brighton.
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Raheem Sterling pleads guilty to dangerous driving after M3 Lamborghini crash
Raheem Sterling appeared at Basingstoke Magistrates' Court on Tuesday and pleaded guilty to dangerously driving a Lamborghini Urus on the M25, M3 and surrounding roads before crashing on 28 May. The 31-year-old also admitted possession of nitrous oxide canisters and failing to provide a specimen.
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15-year-old JJ Gabriel requests Manchester United exit before potential record debut
Manchester United academy prodigy JJ Gabriel, 15, has formally requested to leave Old Trafford, according to the Telegraph. The teenage forward had scored a hat-trick on his UEFA Youth League debut and was in contention for a record-breaking first-team appearance.
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