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Man Utd face £6m compensation bill for Eddie Howe

England match at U15 World Cup abandoned after allegation of racism
England coach Matt Thorpe beckoned his players off the field after a confrontation during a match with Republic of Ireland
The Independent
Lorenzo Musetti states the ‘dream’ he now wants to achieve after winning his first ATP title for four years
Lorenzo Musetti has returned to the winners’ circle for the first time in four years after claiming the title in Lyon. Musetti had the best...
Tennishead
Enzo Maresca pinpoints Manchester City weakness after Aston Villa loss
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca was left to rue his side's lack of clinical finishing after they lost 2-1 to Aston Villa at Villa Park, dropping their first Premier League points of the season
All Out Soccer
Tottenham outcast Richarlison convicted of running red light in £60k sportscar
Richarlison has been frozen out by manager Roberto De Zerbi at Tottenham this season
The Independent
Southampton state case in automatic promotion race
Southampton's win on Saturday against West Ham makes it clear how serious they are to push for automatic promotion this season.
BBC
Who is Alex Greenwood’s partner? Meet former footballer Jack O’Connell
The England and Manchester City defender got engaged to her long-term partner earlier this year
The Evening Standard

Stan Wawrinka opens up about how he’s really feeling ahead of his final ever tournament in Basel
Stan Wawrinka is set to bring the curtain down on his legendary tennis career. The three-time Grand Slam champion will conclude his professional career on...
Tennishead
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner to Return At Six Kings Slam In December
The Italian hasn’t played since winning Wimbledon due to a right knee injury.
Forbes
Who is Kylian Mbappé’s rumoured girlfriend? Meet actress Ester Expósito
The Real Madrid and France footballer has been linked to the Spanish actress, best known for Netflix drama Élite
The Evening Standard

USMNT boss Mauricio Pochettino weighs in on Harry Kane's Ballon d'Or hopes
Harry Kane is the favourite to win the Ballon d'Or on Monday, with former boss Mauricio Pochettino backing the Bayern Munich striker to claim soccer's top individual prize
All Out Soccer
Virgil van Dijk throws down challenge to Liverpool's new-look attack after Mohamed Salah exit
Liverpool’s frontline impressed on Sunday in a 2-0 win over Brighton
The Independent
Rafael Nadal announces comeback to tennis for exhibition event in Las Vegas in 2027
Rafael Nadal is set to make his return to the court early next year. Almost a month on from the Rafa Nadal Academy Slam, in...
Tennishead
Weir 25th in Ballon d'Or and joins Olid & Cuthbert in award shortlist
Caroline Weir is ranked the 25th best women footballer in the world on the day she also joined fellow Scotland midfielder Erin Cuthbert and Manchester United head coach Eva Olid on the shortlist for the Scottish Women's Football Awards 2026.
BBC
Michael Carrick attends Manchester United training ground as club discuss his fate
Michael Carrick was at Manchester United’s training ground on Monday to watch the club’s under-21s
The Guardian

Viral 3-Year-Old Soccer Star ‘Traumatized’ After Police Were Called In The Middle Of The Game
“They called the police on a 3-year-old because he’s too good,” Nevada’s father, Don, can be heard saying in the video.
HuffPost

'We need a proven manager'
Here is what you had to say on who you would like to see take charge of Burnley after Nicky Hayen's departure.
BBC
Carlos Alcaraz says he’s ‘really happy’ that Alexander Zverev is world number one now
Carlos Alcaraz is undeniably one of the best players in the world, and earlier this year was ranked as the outright best. Since then, that...
Tennishead
Who is Erling Haaland's girlfriend and mother of his child? Meet Isabel Haugseng Johansen
The couple grew up in the same small town in Norway and even played for the same football club
The Evening Standard

Mourinho’s plan comes together as Real Madrid relaunch with clásico statement
It was just like old times as José Mourinho ended a night at the Camp Nou with a knee slide and three points
The Guardian

José Mourinho celebration lights up El Clásico as Real Madrid beat Barcelona
José Mourinho celebrated with a trademark knee slide after Kylian Mbappé's second goal sealed a 2-1 win over Barcelona in El Clásico, as the returning Real Madrid manager proved he continues to thrive on the biggest occasions
All Out Soccer
Baggies' run of conceding first continues
West Brom conceded the first goal for the sixth consecutive time in a league game on Saturday, but they have had longer runs in the past.
BBC
Angry players urge ATP rethink over doubles cuts
More than 150 doubles players - including Wimbledon champions and tennis legends - urge the ATP to rethink "drastic" cuts which they believe could kill the format.
BBC
Rafael Nadal to play in Las Vegas exhibition in February for 1st US action since retirement
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Rafael Nadal will take part in a tennis exhibition in Las Vegas early next year to mark his first time playing in the U.The 22-time Grand Slam champion will headline “The MGM Slam presented by Capital One” at T-Mobile Arena on Feb.
Associated Press

He is the ATP player who Novak Djokovic has helped financially but has not won a match in nearly four months
The ATP Tour is a harsh and unforgiving environment, where the world’s very best tennis players congregate to try and crush one another’s dreams. It...
Tennishead
Fabian Hürzeler takes a dig at Liverpool after Brighton's loss at Anfield
Brighton and Hove Albion manager Fabian Hürzeler aimed a dig at Liverpool following their Premier League defeat at Anfield on Sunday, with the visitors enjoying the lion's share of possession
All Out Soccer
Doubles players sign open letter pleading with tennis chiefs to ‘protect’ format
More than 150 doubles players on the men’s ATP tour have signed an open letter addressed to the ATP board, imploring the men’s tennis governing bodies to reconsider controversial doubles reforms
The Guardian

Frustration building at West Ham after Saints loss?
Reaction from West Ham's defeat to Southampton on Saturday as the Hammers lose 3-2 at the London Stadium.
BBC
Why is Wilcox in line of fire from Man Utd fans?
With Michael Carrick's position as Man Utd boss under scrutiny, focus has also turned to director of football Jason Wilcox.
BBC
Who is Lamine Yamal’s girlfriend? Meet influencer Inés García
The Barcelona star and Spanish influencer reportedly met on social media and had known each other for months before their romance made headlines
The Evening Standard

David Goffin issues emotional message after retiring from tennis career, ‘It is difficult to find the right words’
David Goffin’s professional tennis career has concluded. Goffin, a former finalist at the ATP Finals, bid farewell to his storied career on the professional circuit...
Tennishead
Fleetwood will respect but not fear Arsenal in cup
League Two Fleetwood Town welcome Premier League champions Arsenal to Highbury in the EFL Cup fourth round on Tuesday night.
BBC
United’s cycle of hope followed by failure claims another patsy in Carrick
In today’s Football Daily: Michael Carrick walks into the sunset as the real villains stay put
The Guardian

Ballon d'Or winner on what it takes to win as Kane, Mbappé, and Yamal await result
The Ballon d'Or is the most coveted individual award in world soccer, and Harry Kane, Lamine Yamal, and Kylian Mbappé are among the contenders for the men's prize, set to be announced on Monday
All Out Soccer
Fleetwood boss demands fearless approach against Arsenal in Carabao Cup clash
Fleetwood will host Arsenal in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday with a quarter-final spot up for grabs
The Independent
SportsBallon d’Or 2026: Start time, odds, how to watch and nominations in full
Harry Kane, Lamine Yamal, Kylian Mbappe and Rodri are among the top contenders for the men’s award
The Independent
Ballon d’Or 2026 power rankings: Who should win football’s biggest individual honour tonight?
Here’s how the top 10 contenders, including Harry Kane and Lamine Yamal, rank in the race to lift the Ballon d’Or ahead of tonight’s ceremony
The Independent
Daniil Medvedev completes achievement no other player on the ATP Tour has managed in 2026 as he wins the Almaty Open
Daniil Medvedev has made ATP history this year after defending his Almaty Open title. Medvedev won his fourth ATP title of the 2026 season after...
Tennishead
Ireland prop Furlong cited over alleged groin grab
Ireland prop Tadhg Furlong is cited over an alleged groin grab in Leinster's United Rugby Championship win over Munster on Saturday.
BBC
Bruno Fernandes suggests he no longer cares about Manchester United after Carrick call
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes liked a cryptic Instagram reel suggesting he may no longer care after Michael Carrick left him on the bench in their 3-0 Premier League defeat to AFC Bournemouth
All Out Soccer
The horse that ushered in Manchester United’s 21-year tragic arc
There’s plenty of blame to go around at Old Trafford. Like all downfalls it started with a seemingly small, unconnected moment
The Guardian

Which game will Chelsea's Palmer miss after red card?
BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains why Cole Palmer's red card suspension will not rule him out of Chelsea's Premier League match against Manchester United.
BBC
Real Madrid Star’s Wife Sparks Clasico Drama With Cryptic Post
Marc Cucurella helped Real Madrid silence Barcelona at Spotify Camp Nou. His wife, Claudia Rodríguez, then gave the rivalry another talking point without needing to say much at all. Hours after Madrid’s 2-1 El Clasico victory on Sunday, Rodríguez shared a cryptic message that quickly attracted attention: “Only the real ones will understand.” The timing […] The post Real Madrid Star’s Wife Sparks Clasico Drama With Cryptic Post appeared first on HEAVY.
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Man United’s problems are much bigger than Michael Carrick – and much harder to fix
Carrick looks set for the sack after another humiliating loss, to Bournemouth, but there is no sign that the Manchester United hierarchy know how to repair a broken club
The Independent
Why Novak Djokovic should feel very positive despite being handed tricky draw at the Basel Open
Novak Djokovic is back in action this week, as he makes his long-awaited return to Basel after a 15-year absence. The Serbian’s presence at this...
Tennishead
Hogg 'over the moon' following win over Colchester
Northampton Town boss Chris Hogg says he is "over the moon" following victory over fellow League Two strugglers Colchester United.
BBC
Daniil Medvedev closes in on Rod Laver and Rafael Nadal in elite list after winning the title in Almaty
Daniil Medvedev is perhaps one of the most underrated players of his generation, with his struggles in the past few years only reinforcing this notion....
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