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Real Madrid close in on Manchester United teen Gabriel as club braces for legal fight
Real Madrid are in pole position to sign Manchester United academy prospect JJ Gabriel, with the deal at an advanced stage despite no direct contact between the clubs. United are expected to pursue legal action to secure a fair fee once the transfer is completed.
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Rashford opens up on debut memories and United career regrets in rare fan Q&A
Marcus Rashford spoke publicly for the first time since returning to Manchester United from his Barcelona loan, fielding questions from hospitality guests at Old Trafford ahead of Tuesday's Champions League tie against Roma.
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53 red cards in U20 semi-final in Brazil, world record shattered
During the U20 championship semi-final in Minas Gerais between Uberlândia and Mamoré, the referee issued 53 red cards following two mass brawls. The previous world record was 36 expulsions, set in Argentina in 2011.
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Manchester United's 2026/27 Adidas Home Shirt Discounted to Half Price in Flash Sale
Manchester United's 2026/27 Adidas home jersey has been cut to £42.50 at Kitbag — half its usual £85 retail price — using a limited discount code ahead of Black Friday.
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Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international football after 23 years with Portugal
Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football, delivering a five-minute farewell speech in which he symbolically handed back Portugal's number seven shirt after 23 years of service.
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Ronaldo retires from international football after 23 years and 146 goals for Portugal
Cristiano Ronaldo has ended his international career at 41, retiring from Portugal duty after 23 years, 234 caps, and 146 goals — a record that makes him the all-time top scorer in international football.
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Ballon d'Or and contract extension: Harry Kane commits to Bayern until 2029
Ten days after receiving the 2026 Ballon d'Or, Harry Kane signed a contract extension with Bayern Munich through June 30, 2029. The English striker, who has scored 156 goals in 161 matches for the Bavarian club, already has 10 goals and 8 assists in 10 matches this season.
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Manchester United rule out interim appointment if Carrick is sacked before Villa clash
Manchester United have decided they will not bring in a temporary head coach if Michael Carrick is dismissed, meaning his successor will be appointed on a permanent basis. Carrick is set to take charge against Aston Villa this Saturday despite ongoing uncertainty over his future.
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Former United chairman Edwards urges club to scrap 100,000-seat stadium and fix the squad first
Martin Edwards, Manchester United chairman from 1980 to 2002, has called on the club to abandon its new stadium project and redirect investment into the playing squad, as United sit 17th in the Premier League — above the relegation zone only on goal difference.
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Maresca backs Donnarumma despite second costly error in 11 days for Man City
Enzo Maresca has dismissed calls to drop Gianluigi Donnarumma after the goalkeeper was at fault for Ridle Baku's equaliser in Manchester City's 3-2 Champions League win over RB Leipzig on Wednesday — his second high-profile mistake in less than a fortnight.
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Anderson and Ndiaye lead City's summer signings as Doku struggles to rediscover form
Elliot Anderson and Iliman Ndiaye have emerged as Manchester City's most influential summer arrivals under Enzo Maresca, with Anderson drawing praise from Erling Haaland after a decisive Champions League display against RB Leipzig and Ndiaye joint-topping the assist charts.
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Greenwood scores to sink Liverpool as ex-United star urges him to 'come home'
Mason Greenwood netted and helped Fenerbahce beat Liverpool 3-2 in the Champions League on Wednesday, prompting former Manchester United defender Clayton Blackmore to publicly call for the 25-year-old's return to Old Trafford.
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Keane rules out management return as Carrick faces United sack pressure
Roy Keane has cast doubt on a return to management, admitting he has 'no going back now' after years in punditry — even as Manchester United weigh whether to sack Michael Carrick following a single win in nine Premier League games.
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Merino's father sets Champions League condition for Arsenal exit amid Atletico Madrid interest
Angel Miguel Merino has outlined the terms under which his son would leave Arsenal, insisting the midfielder needs Champions League football. Atletico Madrid have reportedly identified the 30-year-old as a loan target with a purchase option.
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De Bruyne and Lucca clash on pitch after Naples' heavy defeat to Porto
Defeated 4-1 by FC Porto in the Champions League, Napoli players Kevin De Bruyne and Lorenzo Lucca exchanged insults late in the match. The incident, captured by cameras, reveals a dressing room under significant tension.
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Friend reveals girlfriend's lonely hospital vigil as footballer Jesus de Miguel dies at 30
Jesus de Miguel, a 30-year-old Tenerife striker, died on Tuesday after suffering a cardiac arrest following a collision during a Segunda División match. His girlfriend Maria was left alone at the hospital before his parents arrived from their hometown in Toledo.
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Lacey's two assists rescue Man United from Roma collapse as Cunha seals stunning comeback
Shea Lacey came off the bench with 15 minutes left to set up both Matheus Cunha goals, turning a 2-1 deficit into a 3-2 win over Roma at Old Trafford and ending a run of ten games without a victory.
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Murder investigation launched after non-league footballer Ezekiel Williams dies aged 26
Thames Valley Police have opened a murder inquiry following the death of Hendon FC midfielder Ezekiel Williams, 26, who died in hospital on Monday after a suspected assault in Milton Keynes in the early hours of Sunday morning. Three men have been arrested and remanded in custody.
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Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel died from accidental chest trauma, autopsy confirms
A preliminary forensic report has confirmed that Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel, who died on Tuesday following a collision with FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono in a LaLiga Hypermotion match, suffered accidental thoracic trauma. Toxicology results are still pending.
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Avram Glazer insists Man United's commercial power survives on-pitch collapse
Co-owner Avram Glazer has publicly claimed Manchester United's global brand remains unaffected by results, comparing the club to the New York Yankees and Dallas Cowboys, as United sit 19th in the Premier League.
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