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JJ Gabriel stuns Manchester United by requesting to leave as youngest-ever debut loomed
Manchester United teenager JJ Gabriel has requested to leave the club, shocking officials who had planned to hand him a debut that would have made him the youngest player in the club's history. His father's long-held dream of seeing his son play for Barcelona is understood to be a driving factor.
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Webb admits Fernandes should have been booked as VAR audio reveals officials missed his kick on Foden
Chief refereeing officer Howard Webb has acknowledged Bruno Fernandes should have received a yellow card for kicking Phil Foden during the Manchester derby, as released VAR audio shows officials believed Fernandes had kicked the ball rather than the City forward.
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Carabao Cup fourth round draw: date, time and all 16 teams in the pot
The Carabao Cup fourth round draw takes place on Wednesday, September 16, immediately after Manchester United vs Brighton concludes at around 10.15pm. Bournemouth, Bradford City, Chelsea, Crystal Palace, Newcastle and Sunderland are already confirmed in the hat.
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Nicky Butt warns Michael Carrick could lose United job before January transfer window
Former Manchester United midfielder Nicky Butt believes Michael Carrick's position is under threat after a four-game Premier League run that has yielded just four points, with Butt pointing to a lack of defensive reinforcements as a key factor.
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Mourinho confirms Tchouaméni's gradual return against Elche
Still recovering from a thigh injury sustained during the 2026 World Cup, Aurélien Tchouaméni will make a second consecutive appearance with Real Madrid. José Mourinho promises him around thirty minutes of playing time against Elche.
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Carabao Cup: Liverpool host Tottenham, Arsenal travel to Ipswich in Round of 16
Premier League's top clubs enter the Carabao Cup on Tuesday evening. Liverpool welcome Tottenham to Anfield while Arsenal face Ipswich, with both matches kicking off at 21:00.
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15-year-old JJ Gabriel requests Manchester United exit despite Ryan Giggs' patience plea
Teenage forward JJ Gabriel has asked to leave Manchester United, MEN Sport understands, just days after Ryan Giggs urged the 15-year-old to be patient at Old Trafford. Several clubs in England and abroad are now exploring a move for the prodigy.
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VAR audio reveals how 'tunnel vision' allowed Haaland's derby winner to stand despite Fernandez offside
Referees' chief Howard Webb has admitted VAR officials became so focused on checking Erling Haaland's position that they failed to assess Enzo Fernandez's offside interference, allowing a goal that should have been disallowed to settle the Manchester derby.
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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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