Newcastle plan three key transfers and global tours as Saudis plot expansion in second year The i says First came the announcement, then came the memes. When the Saudi-funded takeover of Newcastle United was confirmed a year ago, it sparked delirium in Tyneside and dissent outside the city walls. But there was a rough consensus on what would happen next: a wild rollercoaster of disruption that would see the gauche new guests at football’s top…
Kyle Walker hands England injury scare to highlight unique challenge of mid-season World Cup The Independent says It was a largely unremarkable night for Manchester City, especially as their centre-forward is making the extraordinary seem everyday. Another two goals for Erling Haaland put Pep Guardiola’s side on the verge of qualifying for the Champions League knock-out stages at a canter. Haaland now has a barely credible 19 in his last 12 games. Copenhagen’s goalkeeper Kamil…
Tottenham fitness coach Gian Piero Ventrone dies suddenly aged 61 The Metro says Legendary Italian fitness coach Gian Piero Ventrone, who has been part of Antonio Conte’s staff at Tottenham for the past year, has died suddenly at the age of 61. According to Italian media, the fitness guru – whose notoriously gruelling regimes earned him the nickname ‘The Marine’ in his homeland – passed away on Thursday from acute leukaemia. Ventrone had been seen…
Pep Guardiola has shot down reports in Spain that have said Erling Haaland’s contract contains a special release clause for him to join Real Madrid.
The Guardian says Australia all-rounder Mitchell Marsh is set to return at No 3 in the first T20 World Cup warm-up against West Indies on Wednesday but will be spared bowling duties as he continues his recovery from an ankle injury.
Liverpool 2-0 Rangers: Trent scores stunner, and Salah back in action with a goal from the spot.
Spurs boss Antonio Conte was hoping the hangover from the north London derby defeat would be cured in the Champions League this Tuesday, but his Tottenham side fell short Tottenham A point in Europe is better than listening to the neighbours crowing. And at least their Champions League fate is still in their own hands after a much-improved display. But if head coach Antonio Conte was hoping the hangover from the north London derby defeat would be…
Paris has joined other French cities in refusing to set up fan zones and giant screens for the Qatar World Cup 2022.
The Metro says Manchester United will allow Cristiano Ronaldo to leave Old Trafford in the January transfer window, according to reports.
The Guardian says The Football Association has said it is investigating “as a matter of urgency” an assault on a referee in an amateur match in Lancashire last weekend.
Aussie tennis sensation Nick Kyrgios’ lawyers will apply to have the assault charge against him dropped on the grounds of mental health.
The Independent says British number one Cameron Norrie has confirmed he has tested positive for Covid.
The Metro says Erling Haaland continued to write his name into the Premier League history books on Sunday with his latest hat-trick for Manchester City.
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England’s World Cup official kits – for home and away games – have seen a fair amount of backlash.
The i says in the light blue corner Jack Grealish, in the blood red corner Graeme Souness, sitting in the middle, lights down low, the adjudicator Gary Neville. You could make a series out of that. Stick it on pay per view.
Tennis champion Roger Federer has confirmed the final match before his retirement will be the doubles at the Laver Cup in London on Friday night.
The Metro says Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus says he ‘respects’ the decision to leave him out of Brazil’s latest squad and will do everything he can to earn a recall for the World Cup.
The Metro says Serena Williams has welcomed Roger Federer to the “retirement club” after the 20-time grand slam champion announced he will bring his professional tennis career to a close.
The Guardian says This was not an evening that will live long in the memory but Manchester United got the job done professionally and there were individual morsels of good news, too. They needed to give themselves a foothold in Group E and, against a bright but blunt Sheriff Tiraspol, that was achieved with ultimate ease.
England squad announcement for UEFA Nations League games – Italy and Germany – Jadon Sancho disappointed to be left out of England squad
The Metro says Lionel Messi has written his name into the history books yet again after netting the 126th Champions League goal of his career on Wednesday night.
The i says England manager Gareth Southgate names his final squad for the last camp before he must decide who is selected to fly to Qatar for this winter’s World Cup.
The Guardian says Serena Williams says she “will not be relaxing” after playing what is likely to be her final competitive tennis match, and can now find time for “things that I’ve been wanting to do for so many years”.
The Metro says Arsenal’s Premier League clash against Manchester City next month has been postponed and replaced by the Gunners’ rearranged Europa League match with PSV Eindhoven.
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