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Evening StandardArne Slot names two Mohamed Salah alternatives as Liverpool boss drops transfer hint
Reds accused of relying on Egypt international too heavily
- Yahoo News Singapore
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A Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2024 participant has died, and a man was found with a folding knife at a Catholic church More curated Singapore and international news updates on Yahoo Singapore.
- Evening Standard
Ruben Amorim reveals Manchester United meeting as he names one player 'the future' of his team
New Red Devils boss eager to promote stronger links between staff at the club
- The Guardian
Leicester’s Ruud van Nistelrooy ‘hurt’ by enforced exit from Manchester United
Ruud van Nistelrooy admitted: ‘I was disappointed, very much so’ after leaving Old Trafford but said he is ready to ‘work around the clock’ for Leicester
- The Guardian
Irreplaceable Virgil van Dijk remains Liverpool’s keystone and spirit animal
Defender’s domination of Manchester City striker Erling Haaland represents the contrasting paths of both clubs
- The Telegraph
Manchester City goalkeeper Stefan Ortega: Liverpool is ‘not the best part in the UK’
Manchester City goalkeeper Stefan Ortega has distastefully described Liverpool as “not the best part in the UK” after his side’s 2-0 defeat at Anfield.
- Evening Standard
Arsenal XI vs Manchester United: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest for Premier League
Gunners hoping to be strengthened in midfield for visit of Man United
- Evening Standard
Manchester United handed double fitness boost for Arsenal trip as Leny Yoro eyes first involvement
Ruben Amorim insists that captain Bruno Fernandes is fit for Emirates Stadium clash after ankle worries
- The Independent
NBA legend roasted after asking bizarre Elon Musk question: ‘This is a travesty’
‘Be serious, we’ve all seen this guy jump,’ joked one fan
- Evening Standard
West Ham: Aaron Wan-Bissaka 'has to defend better' says Julen Lopetegui after unlikely scoring run
Hammers boss insists right-back must improve defensively after showing his attacking prowess in back-to-back games
- Yahoo Sports
Report: Red Bull to part ways with Sergio Perez after Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Perez has been Max Verstappen's teammate at Red Bull Racing since 2021.
- The Telegraph
Ruben Amorim uncomfortable with Manchester United fans singing his name: ‘I don’t like my chant’
Ruben Amorim admits he is uncomfortable with Manchester United fans giving him his own chant, insisting he does not want to take the spotlight away from the players.
- Evening Standard
Jorginho stakes claim for new Arsenal contract after Mikel Arteta praise
The midfielder produced another standout display, this time against West Ham
- Yahoo Sports
LeBron James scores season-low 10 points in Lakers' 109-80 blowout loss to Timberwolves
LeBron has scored a combined 22 points in his past two games.
- Evening Standard
Newcastle vs Liverpool: Prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds
League leaders are looking to maintain their nine-point advantage
- Evening Standard
Arsenal things you might have missed: Bukayo Saka goodbye, 14-year-old star and Riccardo Calafiori award
Arsenal have returned to form on the pitch - but what has been going on behind the scenes?
- The Independent
Esteban Ocon axed as Alpine confirm replacement driver for final F1 race of season in Abu Dhabi
The Frenchman will not take part in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix as his time at Alpine ends
- NextShark
NBA Rookie of the Year frontrunner Jared McCain reveals Filipino heritage
Philadelphia 76ers rookie Jared McCain recently gave a “shout out to my Asian community” and shared that he is "probably like 10% Filipino," marking his first public acknowledgment of his Asian roots. The 20-year-old guard, who pundits say has been a bright spot in an otherwise challenging season for the Sixers, made the revelation in a social media video shared on Wednesday. Born in Sacramento, California, McCain's diverse background has sparked discussions about the possibility of him representing the Philippine men’s basketball team, Gilas Pilipinas, in future FIBA tournaments, provided eligibility requirements are met.
- Sky News
Premier League veteran Ashley Young could face son Tyler in FA Cup clash
Veteran Premier League star and former England international Ashley Young could face his son in the next round of the FA Cup. Young's club side Everton were drawn against Peterborough United on Monday night, with the tie scheduled for the weekend of 11 January. With a place in the fourth round at stake, 39-year-old Young has added incentive to be on the pitch at Goodison Park, where he may face his 18-year-old son Tyler.
- The Guardian
‘The perfect match’: Van Dijk praises Slot’s impact on Klopp’s Liverpool squad
Captain Virgil van Dijk said Liverpool and head coach Arne Slot are the ‘perfect match’