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Manager / player media briefings.
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Moyes confirms Grealish set to start against Spurs on second Everton loan
David Moyes has confirmed Jack Grealish is ready to start Saturday's Premier League trip to Tottenham, having impressed as a substitute against Manchester United on his return to Everton for a second successive loan spell.
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Mbappé clarifies his reaction to "Mobut" nickname launched by Dembélé
Questioned about memes depicting him as a dictator and the "Mobut" nickname given to him by Ousmane Dembélé, Kylian Mbappé distinguishes between friendly banter and what he sees as a lack of "political and human conscience" on social media.
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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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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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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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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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Maresca backs Anderson's 'Kings of Manchester' claim ahead of Old Trafford derby
Enzo Maresca has defended Elliot Anderson's declaration that Manchester City are the kings of Manchester, saying it is a 'normal' view for anyone who grew up during City's 15 years of dominance. The Blues travel to Old Trafford five points clear of United.
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Maresca backs Anderson's 'kings of Manchester' dig at United ahead of Old Trafford derby
Enzo Maresca has defended Elliot Anderson's claim that Manchester City are the 'kings of Manchester', citing the club's eight Premier League titles in 15 years. The pair face United at Old Trafford on Sunday in Maresca's first Manchester derby as City manager.
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Wallaroos star Karpani backs underdog Australia to pressure England in Salford WXV opener
Eva Karpani says Australia have nothing to lose ahead of Saturday's WXV Global Series match against world champions England in Salford, with the 46-capped lock pointing to a dominant first-half set-piece display against the Red Roses at last year's Women's Rugby World Cup as proof the Wallaroos can compete.
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Arteta reveals he heats dressing rooms and delays meals to stop Arsenal players panicking
Mikel Arteta has disclosed a series of deliberate disruptions he inflicts on his Arsenal squad during pre-season — from cranking up the air conditioning heat to removing massage beds and delaying transport — to prepare them for unexpected setbacks during the campaign.
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Arteta reveals he sabotaged Arsenal's pre-season plans to prepare for travel chaos
Mikel Arteta has disclosed that he deliberately disrupted Arsenal's pre-season routines — delaying meals, changing routes, and simulating hotel shortages — so players would stay calm when real disruptions struck, as they did ahead of the Champions League trip to Napoli.
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Arteta 'very surprised' by Jesus criticism over Arsenal's cold-shoulder transfer exit
Mikel Arteta has pushed back at Gabriel Jesus's claim that he was frozen out and made to train alone before his £8.5m move to Barcelona, insisting the pair shared a warm, grateful conversation in the dressing room before the Brazilian's departure.
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Farke backs Zetterer after goalkeeper's 'nightmare debut' in Leeds' 6-3 Carabao Cup rout by Chelsea
Michael Zetterer conceded six goals on his first start for Leeds United as Chelsea overturned a 2-0 deficit to win 6-3 at Stamford Bridge. Manager Daniel Farke defended the £4.27m summer signing while confirming James Trafford will return for Monday's Premier League clash with Newcastle.
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Arteta confirms Timber close to return as Arsenal chase perfect start at Sunderland
Jurrien Timber is nearing his first Arsenal appearance since the Champions League final last season after training with the squad this week. The Dutch right back could feature against Sunderland on Saturday as Arsenal look to win all four of their opening Premier League games.
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Mbappé responds to defensive work criticism: "It's not normal"
In an interview with France Football, Kylian Mbappé defended his attacking record against criticism of his defensive efforts, arguing that his goals are unfairly overshadowed by these debates.
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Neville urges Carrick to stop playing Yoro at right-back after Everton equaliser
Gary Neville has called on Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick to abandon the experiment of using Leny Yoro at right-back, after the French defender struggled in the role during Sunday's 2-2 draw at Everton — a game United surrendered in stoppage time.
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Arteta close to signing new Arsenal deal despite long-term interest in Spain return
Mikel Arteta is nearing a new contract with Arsenal that will make him one of the best-paid managers in the world, with his current £10m-per-season deal set to expire at the end of June.
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