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Tuchel to name first England squad on September 18 ahead of Nations League opener against Spain

Thomas Tuchel will announce his first England squad since the World Cup on Friday, September 18, with the Three Lions opening their Nations League Group A3 campaign against world champions Spain at Wembley on September 26.

Football Sep 15

Carrick urges Man United to channel derby 'injustice' into Carabao Cup resolve against Brighton

Michael Carrick wants Manchester United to convert their anger over Sunday's controversial 1-0 derby defeat to Manchester City into motivation when they host Brighton in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday, with the club having taken just four points from four Premier League games.

Football Sep 15

Nicky Butt warns Michael Carrick may not survive to January amid Man Utd defensive crisis

Former United midfielder Nicky Butt has claimed Michael Carrick could lose his job before the January transfer window after a difficult start to the season, pointing to a threadbare defence and a disconnect between the manager and the club's recruitment strategy.

Football Sep 15

Iraola demands 'higher levels' from Liverpool ahead of Carabao Cup clash with Tottenham

Andoni Iraola has called out Liverpool's performance in Saturday's goalless draw with Fulham, admitting the Reds must reach higher standards when they host Tottenham in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday.

Football Sep 15

Tuchel to reveal first post-World Cup England squad on September 18 for Nations League campaign

Thomas Tuchel will announce his England squad on Friday, September 18 at 10am, ahead of four UEFA Nations League fixtures in League A Group 3, beginning with a home clash against Spain at Wembley on September 26.

Football Sep 15

Carrick faces squad dilemma as United's poor league form complicates Brighton Carabao Cup plans

Michael Carrick may be forced to abandon rotation plans for Wednesday's Carabao Cup tie against Brighton after Manchester United's disappointing return of four points from four Premier League games raises the stakes of every fixture.

Football Sep 15

Carrick expects £65m Baleba to return after international break for Tottenham clash

Carlos Baleba has been sidelined by an ankle injury since his £65m move from Brighton, but Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick expects the Cameroon midfielder to be available after the international break, potentially in time to face Tottenham.

Football Sep 15

Mourinho challenges press over silence on Barcelona and Atlético penalty calls

José Mourinho ended his Real Madrid pre-match press conference by pointedly questioning why journalists had not asked about contentious penalties awarded to Barcelona and Atlético Madrid over the weekend, raising the topic himself as he left the room.

Football Sep 15

Owen backs Carrick's Sesko decision but warns United striker is not yet world-class

Michael Owen has defended Michael Carrick's choice to keep Benjamin Sesko on the bench for Sunday's Manchester derby, but cautioned that the £74m striker must play more regularly before he can be considered among the world's best centre-forwards.

Football Sep 15

Rami defends Mbappé and Dembélé, lashes out at journalists over Ballon d'Or controversy

Adil Rami, 2018 World Cup winner alongside Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé, has strongly defended the two players on Threads, calling the tensions reported around the Ballon d'Or "false controversies".

Football Sep 15

Dafydd Jenkins reveals shoulder surgery after playing through pain to reach Premiership final

Wales lock Dafydd Jenkins has disclosed he aggravated a shoulder injury during Exeter's run to the Gallagher Premiership final in June, requiring post-season surgery. Now racing to be fit for the new campaign, he says the taste of Twickenham has only sharpened his hunger.

Rugby Sep 15

Unconvincing win at Brest: tension simmers between Luis Enrique and his players

PSG secured their first Ligue 1 victory of the season away at Brest (0-1) thanks to Ferran Torres, but Luis Enrique showed his disappointment and internal tensions with several senior players appear to be emerging.

Football Sep 15

Scholes warns Manchester United jury still out on Lammens as title barrier

Paul Scholes believes Manchester United cannot seriously challenge for the Premier League title until they confirm whether goalkeeper Senne Lammens is truly world-class, pointing to elite stoppers at Liverpool, City and Arsenal as the blueprint.

Football Sep 15

Lekjaa demands 2030 World Cup final for Morocco against Spain

Morocco's Football Federation president Fouzi Lekjaa maintains his claim to host the 2030 World Cup final in Morocco, invoking Africa's rights despite a recent FIFA clarification.

Football Sep 15

Scholes questions Lammens after City defeat as United's goalkeeper problem persists

Paul Scholes has cast doubt on Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens following a 1-0 loss to Manchester City, arguing that Michael Carrick has yet to solve the same positional concern that plagued Erik ten Hag's tenure.

Football Sep 15

Antonelli's Spanish GP win 'still stings' despite extending championship lead to 81 points

Kimi Antonelli claimed his eighth win of the 2026 F1 season at the Madring circuit, but F1 TV analyst James Hinchcliffe says the Mercedes teenager knows McLaren's Lando Norris had the faster car on the day.

Formula 1 Sep 15

Howard Webb to address VAR blunder that handed Manchester City derby win

Pro Ref chief Howard Webb will publicly explain the VAR error that awarded Erling Haaland's winner in Sunday's Manchester derby, after officials admitted Enzo Fernandez's offside position should have triggered an on-field review.

Football Sep 15

Arteta warns Arsenal wonderkid Dowman he must earn minutes after squad omission

Mikel Arteta has told 16-year-old Max Dowman he will need to earn his place like any other player after the Premier League's youngest-ever goalscorer was dropped to Arsenal's U21 side following a run of first-team absences.

Football Sep 15

Mbappé and Dembélé in total breakdown as Zidane era begins with France

Kylian Mbappé's comments about the Ballon d'Or have sparked fury from Ousmane Dembélé. According to Spanish insider Juan Jesus, the two forwards are no longer speaking, just days before their first gathering under Zinedine Zidane.

Football Sep 15

Three defeats in four matches, Genesio under pressure but will not resign

After a dominant start against Strasbourg (4-0), Olympique de Marseille has suffered three consecutive Ligue 1 defeats. While resignation rumours about Bruno Genesio have circulated, his entourage categorically denies them.

Football Sep 15