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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.
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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.
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Ben Earl chasing scratch golf handicap before England's World Cup departure to Australia
England No.8 Ben Earl has set himself a target of reaching scratch golf by September 16 — the day Steve Borthwick's squad fly to Australia for the 2027 Rugby World Cup. The 28-year-old, currently playing off 4.6, admits the goal is looking "unlikely" but says it gives him extra motivation to practise through the winter.
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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.
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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.
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Antonelli says 2027 title defence starts now as Mexico triumph still feels surreal
Andrea Kimi Antonelli arrived in São Paulo for the Brazilian Grand Prix still processing his record-breaking world championship win in Mexico, but the Mercedes driver insists his focus has already shifted to defending the title next season.
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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.
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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.
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Nathan Hughes ends seven-year Test exile with Fiji debut against France
Nathan Hughes, who won his last England cap in 2019, will make his Fiji debut against France on Saturday. Head coach Jake White says the 115kg No.8 from Racing complements a back-row that can also call on Peceli Yato from the bench.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Jade Betsen reaches PWR Next Gen Cup final after four matches with Trailfinders Women
Jade Betsen has started all four of Trailfinders Women's matches on their run to the PWR Next Gen Cup final, including a 33-14 semi-final win over Sale Sharks. The 23-year-old flanker only joined from Championship side Richmond in the summer.
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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.
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Du Toit leaves Toyota Verblitz early to return home as third Bok to quit Japan
Two-time World Cup winner Pieter-Steph du Toit has reached a mutual agreement with Toyota Verblitz to be released from his contract after five years in Japan, citing a desire to keep his family together in South Africa. His next club is expected to be announced after the Nations Championship.
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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.
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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.
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