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1-9 defeat to Como: Lens dressing room fractured, senior player says 'some don't have the level'

After RC Lens's historic 1-9 defeat to Como in the Champions League, no open clash erupted in the dressing room, but tensions are simmering: a senior player reportedly judged several teammates unworthy of the highest level.

Football Nov 6

Hakimi rested by PSG ahead of Troyes fixture in Ligue 1

Luis Enrique has decided to rest Achraf Hakimi for the home match against Troyes this Saturday. The right-back, the second most-used outfield player this season with 1,067 minutes, will benefit from rest until the international break.

Football Nov 6

Tuchel hands Jobe Bellingham first England call-up as Saka and Foden miss November squad

Thomas Tuchel has named his England squad for November's UEFA Nations League fixtures against Croatia and Wembley and Spain in Madrid, handing uncapped Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham a first senior call-up while leaving out Bukayo Saka, Phil Foden, and Cole Palmer.

Football Nov 6

Gouiri snatches victory at Leverkusen and revives OM in Europa League

Thanks to a strike from Amine Gouiri in the 77th minute, Olympique de Marseille won away at Bayer Leverkusen (0-1), securing their first European victory this season after three consecutive defeats.

Football Nov 6

Tuchel drops Mainoo and Foden as Guehi and Anderson earn England Nations League call-ups

Thomas Tuchel has named his England squad for the UEFA Nations League fixtures against Croatia and Spain, omitting Kobbie Mainoo despite his return from injury and leaving Manchester United without a single senior representative.

Football Nov 6

Yamal breaks Mbappé's Champions League under-20 scoring record as Barça demolish Villa 3-0

Lamine Yamal surpassed Kylian Mbappé's record of 13 Champions League goals before the age of 20, netting his 14th in Barcelona's commanding 3-0 win over Aston Villa at Spotify Camp Nou on 3 November. The result lifts Barça to second in the league phase, behind only PSG.

Football Nov 6

Rooney named pundit of the year after £400k BBC deal ends management nightmare

Wayne Rooney has been named pundit of the year at the Broadcast Sport Awards, vindicating his decision to step away from management following a disastrous spell at Plymouth Argyle. The 41-year-old has since secured a permanent Match of the Day contract and fronted BBC coverage of the 2026 World Cup.

Football Nov 6

Carragher doubles down on Man Utd hierarchy claim despite Villa's legal action threat

Jamie Carragher has stood by his assertion that Manchester United will always outrank Aston Villa in football's hierarchy, revisiting the row in his Telegraph column after Villa dropped their threat of legal action following his on-air outburst.

Football Nov 6

Leicester fans call for shirt boycott after sponsor BC Game partners with adult content creator

The Foxes Trust has urged supporters to avoid purchasing the club's front-of-shirt sponsor BC Game's branded replica kit after the online casino company announced adult content creator Eva Elfie as an ambassador. The club says it has raised concerns directly with BC Game.

Football Nov 6

JJ Gabriel agrees Real Madrid move as Manchester United lose teenage prodigy for £300,000

Sixteen-year-old JJ Gabriel has reportedly reached a full agreement to join Real Madrid, with Fabrizio Romano confirming his representatives have informed all interested clubs. Manchester United stand to receive only around £300,000 in compensation.

Football Nov 6

Real Madrid Snatch JJ Gabriel from Manchester United for €400,000

At 16 years old, prodigy striker JJ Gabriel is set to leave Manchester United for Real Madrid. Thanks to his European passport, the transfer bypasses FIFA restrictions on minors for a training compensation fee estimated at €400,000.

Football Nov 6

FA Cup second-round draw set for 9 November as 32 non-league sides chase glory

The draw for the FA Cup second round takes place on Monday 9 November, with 40 teams involved after the first-round weekend. Second-round ties are scheduled across 5-6 December, before Premier League and Championship clubs enter in round three.

Football Nov 6

Newcastle's £30m signing Dedic at centre of police operation after bow and arrows seized near reservoir

Amar Dedic, Newcastle United's £30m summer signing from Benfica, was stopped by six police cars in the Darras Hall estate after he and a friend were seen carrying a bow and arrows near a countryside reservoir. Northumbria Police seized the weapon but said it posed no threat to the public.

Football Nov 6

Republic of Ireland eye Man United teenager Lacey after Champions League assist

Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson has signalled interest in Manchester United winger Shea Lacey, 19, who qualifies through his father despite representing England from under-15 to under-20 level.

Football Nov 6

Maresca defends Donnarumma after Leipzig errors ahead of Forest trip

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca backed goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma despite three mistakes in Wednesday's 3-2 Champions League win over RB Leipzig, while City prepare to face Nottingham Forest three points behind Premier League leaders Arsenal.

Football Nov 6

Giggs urges patience as 16-year-old Gabriel closes in on Real Madrid exit from United

Ryan Giggs has questioned the camp of Manchester United teenager JJ Gabriel for 'disrupting' his development by pushing for a move away from Old Trafford. The 16-year-old, who has not reported to Carrington since September, is closing in on a transfer to Real Madrid.

Football Nov 6

Clayton Blackmore apologises after urging Mason Greenwood to return to Man Utd following Fenerbahce win over Liverpool

Former Manchester United defender Clayton Blackmore deleted a social media post calling on Mason Greenwood to 'come home' to Old Trafford after the forward scored in Fenerbahce's 3-2 Champions League victory over Liverpool, and issued an apology the following day.

Football Nov 6

FA panel rejects Arsenal appeal as Dowman faces three-match ban after Fleetwood red card

Arsenal teenager Max Dowman will serve a three-match suspension after the FA rejected the club's appeal against his red card in the Carabao Cup defeat to Fleetwood Town. A split panel ruled the dismissal for violent conduct was not obviously wrong.

Football Nov 6

Tuchel names England squad for Nations League clashes with Croatia and Spain

Thomas Tuchel has announced his England squad for two Nations League fixtures — hosting Croatia at Wembley on 12 November before travelling to Madrid to face group leaders Spain on 15 November. A single point from either game secures a quarter-final place.

Football Nov 6

Manchester United target Ait-Nouri and two others as January transfer shortlist takes shape

Manchester United have accepted January signings are likely necessary and have identified Manchester City's Rayan Ait-Nouri, Crystal Palace's Tyrick Mitchell, and Fulham's Rodrigo Muniz as targets to address gaps at left-back and centre-forward.

Football Nov 6