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Haaland reveals his shaved head has given him back some anonymity on the street

Manchester City's Norwegian striker explained why he traded his famous blonde ponytail for a buzz cut at the start of the season: he now goes more unnoticed in public.

Football Oct 10

Carrick uncertain on Sesko return as Dorgu and Mazraoui join United's injury list

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has admitted he has no clear timeline for Benjamin Sesko's return from a shin injury, with Patrick Dorgu and Noussair Mazraoui also doubts ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur.

Football Oct 10

Tchouaméni admits playing diminished in World Cup semi-final, Obraniak questions decision

The Real Madrid midfielder acknowledged he was not at 100% during France's World Cup 2026 semi-final loss to Spain. His admission raises questions about the management of his physical condition and Didier Deschamps' role in the decision.

Football Oct 10

Arteta says conscience is clear but defers judgment on Man City rule breaches

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has spoken publicly for the first time since Manchester City were found guilty of breaching more than 100 Premier League financial regulations, insisting his conscience is clear while calling for the ongoing appeals process to be respected.

Football Oct 10

Maresca steadies Manchester City with composed press conference after guilty verdict

Enzo Maresca faced his first major off-field crisis as Manchester City manager on Friday, delivering a calm and assured press conference following the club's Premier League guilty verdict — drawing inevitable comparisons with Pep Guardiola's charged response in 2023.

Football Oct 10

Carrick faces 15-player injury crisis as United host Tottenham at Old Trafford

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick is sweating over the fitness of up to 15 players ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash with Tottenham at Old Trafford, with Dorgu and Mazraoui already ruled out after picking up knocks on international duty.

Football Oct 10

Kavanagh to referee City vs Liverpool as Oliver sits out first Premier League weekend since guilty verdict

Chris Kavanagh will take charge of Manchester City's high-profile clash with Liverpool this weekend, while Michael Oliver is absent from Premier League duty for the first time this season. Manager Enzo Maresca has reaffirmed his full trust in the club following their guilty verdict on more than 100 financial breaches.

Football Oct 10

Tchouameni admits playing injured at World Cup, Deschamps faces serious accusations

Aurélien Tchouameni has acknowledged playing through persistent pain during several matches at the 2022 World Cup. His revelations reignite criticism of Didier Deschamps' management of injured players, drawing parallels with the Samuel Umtiti case.

Football Oct 10

Carragher warns Iraola faces title pressure if City are relegated over financial breaches

Jamie Carragher believes a severe punishment for Manchester City following their Premier League financial rules conviction would immediately raise expectations on Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola to deliver a title. Meanwhile, former Reds manager Arne Slot has taken up a role with UEFA's Technical Observer Group.

Football Oct 10

Carrick demands more 'fire' from United as slow start prompts tactical rethink

Michael Carrick has acknowledged Manchester United's underwhelming start to the season — five points from five games — and says his side must raise their intensity, beginning with Saturday's home fixture against Tottenham.

Football Oct 10

United offer JJ Gabriel scholarship to block cut-price exit as Carrick breaks silence on City charges

Manchester United have handed teenage prospect JJ Gabriel a formal scholarship offer after his exit request last month, a move designed to prevent him leaving for nothing in January. Manager Michael Carrick also addressed the personal impact of Manchester City's guilty verdict on 114 Premier League charges.

Football Oct 10

Arteta signs new Arsenal deal to 2030 and vows to build a dynasty at the Emirates

Mikel Arteta has committed his future to Arsenal by signing a new three-year contract that runs until 2030, pledging to build on the club's first Premier League title in 22 years and last season's Champions League final appearance.

Football Oct 9

Arteta says conscience is clear over Man City's Premier League rule-breaching era

Mikel Arteta has broken his silence on Manchester City's Premier League charges with a single word, insisting his conscience is clear despite holding a senior role at the Etihad during two of the years covered by the guilty verdict.

Football Oct 9

Carragher accuses Ferdinand of 'embarrassing himself' with indefensible Ronaldo defence

Jamie Carragher has publicly criticised Rio Ferdinand for defending Cristiano Ronaldo after the Portuguese forward walked out of the national team camp following a dispute with manager Jorge Jesus.

Football Oct 9

Ronaldo suspended by Portuguese federation after dramatic departure from national team

Cristiano Ronaldo has been hit with an automatic suspension by the Portuguese Football Federation after leaving the national squad without authorization on September 27. The disciplinary commission must now determine the length of the ban, which could last up to six months.

Football Oct 9

Neville warns Premier League that City appeal verdict must come before May trophy lift

Gary Neville has urged the Premier League to resolve Manchester City's appeal by February or March, saying a title win for City without a verdict would cause 'absolute uproar' across the game.

Football Oct 9

Mbappé starts against Villarreal despite controversy, Mourinho defends him

Two weeks after suffering a left knee injury with France, Kylian Mbappé is fit and will start for Real Madrid against Villarreal in La Liga on Saturday. José Mourinho firmly dismissed criticism of his striker.

Football Oct 9

Ronaldo faces suspension of up to six months after storming out of Portugal camp

Cristiano Ronaldo has been automatically suspended by the Portuguese Football Federation after leaving the national team camp mid-camp following a row with coach Jorge Jesus over playing time. A disciplinary council will now determine the length of the ban, which could range from one to six months.

Football Oct 9

Premier League managers react as Man City found guilty of 114 financial breaches

Manchester City have been found guilty of 114 financial rule breaches by an independent commission, with the club facing more than £900m in disguised commercial payments. Managers across the Premier League gave their verdicts ahead of the first round of fixtures since the ruling.

Football Oct 9

Fourth consecutive defeat leaves OM second-to-last; Genesio refuses to discuss survival

Ahead of Sunday's trip to Troyes, Bruno Genesio addressed questions about OM's alarming situation, sitting 17th in Ligue 1 after four straight defeats. The manager rejects the word "survival" but acknowledges the urgency.

Football Oct 9