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25 years ago, FC Nantes crushed PSV 4-1 on the evening of September 11, 2001
On September 11, 2001, as attacks struck New York, FC Nantes still played its Ligue des Champions match at La Beaujoire and dominated PSV Eindhoven 4-1, launching a successful European campaign.
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Will Stuart set for first Bath appearance nine months after Achilles rupture
England prop Will Stuart is named on the bench for Bath's pre-season friendly against Bedford on Tuesday, marking his return from the Achilles tendon rupture he suffered during a Champions Cup win over Munster in December 2024.
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Russell leads Mercedes 1-2 in first-ever F1 practice session at Madrid's Madring
George Russell clocked a 1m34.077s to head team-mate Kimi Antonelli in the opening practice session of the Spanish Grand Prix, the first Formula 1 session ever held at Madrid's brand-new Madring circuit. Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton set the pace on mediums but could not match the Mercedes pair once softs were fitted.
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Carrick says United's raised expectations prove how far they have come since his return
Michael Carrick believes Manchester United's return to the Champions League has fundamentally shifted expectations at Old Trafford. The United manager faces Enzo Maresca's City in Sunday's derby off the back of a 4-0 win over Sabah.
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Carrick dismisses Anderson's 'Kings of Manchester' jibe ahead of Old Trafford derby
Elliot Anderson called Manchester City the 'kings of Manchester' after joining them for £116m over rivals United this summer. United head coach Michael Carrick has pushed back, insisting his side believe they can challenge again.
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Carrick vows long-term United commitment despite knowing his tenure could end any day
Michael Carrick says he has always planned for Manchester United's future regardless of job security, as he prepares to face Manchester City for the second time as head coach on Sunday, eight months after a 2-0 win over the same opponents helped secure his permanent appointment.
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Fernandes limping scare clouds Man United preparations for Manchester derby
Manchester United face an anxious wait over Bruno Fernandes ahead of Sunday's derby against City at Old Trafford, after the captain was spotted limping following Thursday's Champions League win. Luke Shaw, Carlos Baleba, Matthijs de Ligt and Amad are also doubts.
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Fernandes limps out of Old Trafford after 90 minutes, raising derby fitness doubts
Bruno Fernandes completed a fourth successive full game as Manchester United beat Sabah 4-0 in the Champions League, but was seen limping away from Old Trafford afterwards, casting doubt over his availability for Sunday's Manchester derby.
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Hinchcliffe warns Vasseur faces mounting pressure to settle Hamilton-Leclerc team orders row
Former IndyCar driver and F1 TV pundit James Hinchcliffe says Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur is under a "tremendous amount" of pressure to establish clear rules of engagement between Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc after a series of on-track flashpoints.
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Montoya says Russell is overanalysing as Antonelli builds 66-point F1 lead
Juan Pablo Montoya believes George Russell is "trying to overanalyse everything" at the wheel while team-mate Kimi Antonelli drives on instinct — a contrast that has left the Italian 66 points clear in the championship ahead of the Madrid Grand Prix.
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Third option on the right, Yan Diomandé sinks in Real Madrid's hierarchy
Signed for €140 million this summer, the 19-year-old Ivorian winger has yet to start a single match under José Mourinho. Arda Güler and Brahim Diaz are now preferred on the right flank.
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Manchester United revoke 685 season tickets in touting crackdown as fan groups call for derby protest
Manchester United have banned 685 season ticket holders following a controversial touting investigation, with a further 464 supporters receiving reduced penalties. Fan group The 1958 has called on supporters to protest outside Old Trafford before Sunday's Manchester derby.
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Arbeloa dismisses Fulham unrest talk despite players' social media purge before Liverpool trip
Alvaro Arbeloa has insisted the mood at Fulham is 'positive' ahead of Saturday's visit to Anfield, brushing aside reports of a dressing-room rift after Alex Iwobi, Emile Smith Rowe and winger Kevin posted cryptic social media activity following three straight Premier League defeats.
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Arteta 'very surprised' by Gabriel Jesus claim he was exiled from Arsenal training
Mikel Arteta has pushed back on Gabriel Jesus's allegation that he was made to train separately from the squad without explanation before his move to Barcelona, saying he held an individual conversation with the forward focused on gratitude.
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Arbeloa faces Fulham dressing room revolt after four winless Premier League games
Alvaro Arbeloa is under mounting pressure at Craven Cottage, with record signing Kevin seeking a January exit and players including Alex Iwobi and Emile Smith Rowe publicly signalling their discontent just weeks into the new season.
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Gakpo doubtful for Liverpool vs Fulham as Barcola set for full Premier League debut
Cody Gakpo is a doubt for Liverpool's Premier League clash with Fulham on Saturday after missing the Champions League win over Atletico Madrid with adductor issues. Bradley Barcola, who impressed on his first Liverpool start in midweek, is expected to be fit despite late cramp.
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Handshake, press release drafted — insider reveals how Red Bull's Porsche deal collapsed in 2022
Fritz Enzinger, who led Porsche Motorsport at the time, has revealed that a handshake between VW CEO Oliver Blume and Red Bull co-founder Dietrich Mateschitz had already taken place before Red Bull abruptly changed course, killing a landmark F1 partnership in late summer 2022.
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Ghana open talks with Eddie Nketiah to lure England's U21 all-time top scorer
Crystal Palace striker Eddie Nketiah, England U21s' all-time leading scorer with 16 goals in 17 games, is reportedly in talks with Ghana over a switch in international allegiance despite earning a senior England cap in October 2023.
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O'Reilly cleared for Manchester derby as Doku remains sidelined with calf injury
Nico O'Reilly has been declared fully fit for Manchester City's Premier League trip to Old Trafford on Sunday, while Jeremy Doku needs more time to recover from the calf injury he sustained in the Community Shield.
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Maresca praises Carrick's work at United but dismisses derby preparation complaints
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has backed Michael Carrick as a 'fantastic' manager but showed no sympathy over Manchester United's tighter turnaround ahead of Sunday's derby, pointing out City faced the same situation against Arsenal last season.
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