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FA urged to act on Fernandes after United star escapes punishment in Foden red-card row
Bruno Fernandes avoided a retrospective ban despite appearing to kick Phil Foden before the Manchester City midfielder was sent off in United's 1-0 derby defeat. Former professionals and journalists are divided over whether the FA should still intervene.
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Anderson's 'Kings of Manchester' call backed up by standout derby display against United
Elliot Anderson delivered his finest Manchester City performance yet in Sunday's derby win at Old Trafford, leading all City players in touches and accurate passes despite Phil Foden's early red card leaving the visitors a man down.
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Ruben Dias' father accidentally headbutted Noel Gallagher during City's dramatic 2022 title win
Oasis guitarist Noel Gallagher was left with stitches and two black eyes after Ruben Dias' father accidentally headbutted him during Manchester City's chaotic Premier League title-clinching victory over Aston Villa in May 2022.
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Boudache chooses Algeria and closes door to Zidane before first squad
As Zinédine Zidane prepares to unveil his first France squad on September 18, Ligue 1 midfielder Kaïl Boudache has confirmed his definitive choice for the Algeria national team, citing his Kabyle roots.
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Lens sacks Toppmöller after just four Ligue 1 matches
RC Lens have decided to part ways with manager Dino Toppmöller after a record of one win, two defeats and a draw in four Ligue 1 matches. His assistant Yannick Cahuzac is expected to take over starting with the trip to Monaco on Friday.
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Liverpool host Spurs in Carabao Cup third round at Anfield with Fowler and Ferdinand on punditry
Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur meet at Anfield in the Carabao Cup third round, with Mark Pougatch presenting and Robbie Fowler and Les Ferdinand serving as pundits for the midweek clash.
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Mbappé's Ballon d'Or 2026 campaign causing friction at Real Madrid
Kylian Mbappé's public campaign for the 2026 Ballon d'Or is creating tension at Real Madrid, where some close to the club view his claims as excessive given his record in La Liga.
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Unconvincing win at Brest: tension simmers between Luis Enrique and his players
PSG secured their first Ligue 1 victory of the season away at Brest (0-1) thanks to Ferran Torres, but Luis Enrique showed his disappointment and internal tensions with several senior players appear to be emerging.
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Uefa awards 2029 Champions League final to renovated Nou Camp, snubbing Wembley
Uefa has chosen Barcelona's redeveloped Nou Camp over Wembley Stadium to host the 2029 Champions League final, with the Allianz Arena confirmed as the 2028 venue. Barcelona last staged the final in 1999.
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Newcastle face six-man injury crisis after 4-1 humbling at Leeds
Anthony Elanga, Jacob Ramsey, and Nico Gonzalez all emerged from Newcastle's 4-1 defeat at Elland Road on Monday with fitness concerns, compounding existing absences that leave head coach Matthias Jaissle severely short-handed ahead of the Hull City fixture.
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Scholes warns Manchester United jury still out on Lammens as title barrier
Paul Scholes believes Manchester United cannot seriously challenge for the Premier League title until they confirm whether goalkeeper Senne Lammens is truly world-class, pointing to elite stoppers at Liverpool, City and Arsenal as the blueprint.
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Lekjaa demands 2030 World Cup final for Morocco against Spain
Morocco's Football Federation president Fouzi Lekjaa maintains his claim to host the 2030 World Cup final in Morocco, invoking Africa's rights despite a recent FIFA clarification.
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Scholes questions Lammens after City defeat as United's goalkeeper problem persists
Paul Scholes has cast doubt on Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens following a 1-0 loss to Manchester City, arguing that Michael Carrick has yet to solve the same positional concern that plagued Erik ten Hag's tenure.
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Donnarumma's stoppage-time save seals controversial Manchester derby win for 10-man City
Gianluigi Donnarumma denied Bryan Mbeumo in the 95th minute to preserve Manchester City's victory over United at Old Trafford, with Erling Haaland's VAR-assisted goal — scored while City were reduced to 10 men — proving the difference.
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Shearer brands Fernandes 'pathetic' over Foden red card as Haaland winner labelled karma
Alan Shearer has condemned Bruno Fernandes for his role in Phil Foden's dismissal during Sunday's Manchester derby, arguing both players deserved red cards. Gabby Agbonlahor, meanwhile, called Haaland's controversial VAR-awarded winner the 'karma' Fernandes deserved.
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Noel Gallagher jokes his heart is 'full of pride' after son flips off United fans at Old Trafford
Oasis star Noel Gallagher has laughed off footage of his 15-year-old son Sonny giving Manchester United supporters the middle finger during City's controversial 1-0 derby win at Old Trafford on Sunday.
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Howard Webb to address VAR blunder that handed Manchester City derby win
Pro Ref chief Howard Webb will publicly explain the VAR error that awarded Erling Haaland's winner in Sunday's Manchester derby, after officials admitted Enzo Fernandez's offside position should have triggered an on-field review.
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Shearer says Fernandes deserved red card alongside Foden in Manchester derby controversy
Alan Shearer has argued Bruno Fernandes should have been sent off alongside Phil Foden in the Manchester derby, saying the United captain's theatrical reaction to a kick he also gave was "pathetic". Foden faces a three-match ban.
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Arteta warns Arsenal wonderkid Dowman he must earn minutes after squad omission
Mikel Arteta has told 16-year-old Max Dowman he will need to earn his place like any other player after the Premier League's youngest-ever goalscorer was dropped to Arsenal's U21 side following a run of first-team absences.
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Lavezzi opens up about depression and tremors after retiring from football
Appearing visibly trembling during a recent television interview, Ezequiel Lavezzi has openly discussed the severe depression that struck him after his retirement from professional football and the medical treatment he continues to receive today.
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