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Howe's stability demand could complicate any Manchester United approach
Eddie Howe, a free agent since leaving Newcastle this summer, has emerged as a potential successor to under-pressure Michael Carrick at Manchester United. But his insistence on bringing his own coaching staff — a sticking point that scuppered a Celtic move in 2021 — could complicate any deal.
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England U15s shield referee after Bolivia substitute tries to attack him at U15 World Cup
England's Under-15s beat Bolivia 3-2 at the FIFA U15 World Cup after a disputed stoppage-time penalty, but the drama continued when a Bolivian substitute charged at the referee and England's players rushed in to protect him.
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Belhanda offers himself to OM: "At number 10, they have nobody"
At 36 years old and under contract in Qatar, Moroccan international Younès Belhanda claims he has the level to play in Ligue 1 and sees himself perfectly suited to Olympique de Marseille in the number 10 position.
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San Siro to be demolished as AC Milan and Inter reveal Generali Stadium replacement
The iconic 75,817-capacity San Siro, home to both AC Milan and Inter Milan since 1926, will be torn down to make way for the new 71,500-seat Generali Stadium, which is scheduled to open for the 2031/32 season following a reported £540m naming-rights deal.
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AC Milan and Inter's New Generali Stadium to Cost €1.2 Billion
AC Milan and Inter have unveiled the first images of their future shared stadium, named Generali Stadium. Construction will begin in 2028 with an opening planned for 2031-2032, at a total cost estimated at €1.2 billion.
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Tielemans urges United to avoid further upheaval as Carrick fights to save his job
Youri Tielemans has called for stability at Manchester United, insisting the squad does not want a managerial change after Michael Carrick was given a chance to turn around a dismal start to the season.
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Calafiori a doubt for Arsenal's trip to Anfield as Arteta monitors three more fitness concerns
Riccardo Calafiori is racing to prove his fitness ahead of Arsenal's Premier League clash at Liverpool on Sunday after picking up a minor hip issue against Everton. Declan Rice and Noni Madueke are also being monitored, while Bukayo Saka and William Saliba remain sidelined.
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Carnevali backs Spalletti and cools Deschamps speculation at Juventus
As Juventus faces a severe sporting crisis — three defeats in nine Serie A matches — general manager Giovanni Carnevali has publicly maintained his confidence in Luciano Spalletti, effectively dismissing rumors about Didier Deschamps.
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Carragher reverses Liverpool title scepticism as Man City charges loom over Premier League
Jamie Carragher has changed his stance on Liverpool's title chances under Andoni Iraola, citing initial doubts about the Spaniard's credentials but acknowledging growing optimism — and arguing that a significant points deduction for Manchester City could open the door for a genuine challenge.
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Man Utd target Calvert-Lewin in January as Sesko injury deepens striker crisis
Manchester United are exploring a move for Leeds United striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin in January, with Benjamin Sesko sidelined by a shin injury until the New Year and the club short of reliable options up front.
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City's second-half surge faces Brighton's watertight defence in Etihad rematch
Manchester City host Brighton at the Etihad for the second time in a week, with both sides boasting a perfect record when scoring first and the match shaping the early-season narrative for Enzo Maresca's tenure.
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Grealish donates £10,000 to Everton fan with terminal cancer hours before club discipline ban
Jack Grealish donated £10,000 to a fundraiser for Leon Skapars, an Everton fan given one to three years to live after a stage four kidney cancer diagnosis, leaving the family in tears — hours before Everton dropped him for a disciplinary breach.
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Joao Pedro ruled out for Chelsea's clash with Manchester United after thigh injury
Chelsea striker Joao Pedro will miss Saturday's Premier League home fixture against Manchester United — his third consecutive absence — after Xabi Alonso confirmed the Brazilian faces 'a few weeks' out with a thigh injury sustained in training.
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Porro signs new Spurs deal but admits returning to La Liga is 'a big dream'
Pedro Porro has opened up about his desire to return to Spain after helping Tottenham Hotspur to Europa League glory, despite having signed a new contract running until 2031 before the World Cup.
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Mbappé boycotted in China: jersey removed and Real Madrid sanctioned
Following his remarks calling Mao Zedong a « dictator », Kylian Mbappé has been removed from EA Sports FC in China and Real Madrid sees its matches withdrawn from the Migu platform, which has 400 million subscribers.
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Keane and Scholes round on Lammens as United goalkeeper's errors mount in Bournemouth defeat
Roy Keane has accused Senne Lammens of 'costing' Manchester United after the Belgian goalkeeper's unforced error contributed to a 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth, with Paul Scholes also questioning whether Lammens has the quality to help United challenge for the Premier League title.
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Grealish's Everton loan future in doubt after disciplinary breach clouds bright start
Jack Grealish was dropped from Everton's squad for the Carabao Cup win over Newcastle after a reported training absence, casting doubt over his loan future at a club where he had contributed two goals and six assists this season.
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Thierno Barry's home burgled during Everton's Carabao Cup win as partner issues distressing statement
Everton forward Thierno Barry became the latest Premier League player to be targeted by burglars while playing, with his home broken into during Thursday's 3-1 Carabao Cup victory over Newcastle. The incident follows similar break-ins affecting Nottingham Forest's Morgan Gibbs-White and Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes.
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Former Espanyol and Auxerre striker Michel Pineda dies at 62
Michel Pineda, a Franco-Spanish forward who played for AJ Auxerre, Espanyol Barcelona and Toulon, has died of a heart attack at the age of 62. The Catalan club announced the news on Friday.
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CAF reverses course and restores AFCON to biennial cycle with four tournaments confirmed
The Confederation of African Football has scrapped its short-lived plan to hold AFCON every four years, confirming the tournament will return to a two-year cycle. Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda will co-host the next edition in 2027, with further tournaments set for 2028, 2031 and 2033.
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