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Evening StandardErik ten Hag told Manchester United star who should be dropped for crunch Aston Villa clash
Red Devils boss surely has to get his team selection right for pivotal Villa Park trip after Porto drama
- The Telegraph
Dire Matthijs de Ligt was bullied and bamboozled – he must be taken out of the firing line
It was last month that Ronald Koeman revealed he substituted Matthijs de Ligt for his own good. At fault for both of Germany’s goals in a 2-2 draw, the Netherlands defender was taken off at half-time to spare him any more humiliation, just days after an unconvincing showing against Bosnia & Herzegovina.
- Evening Standard
What happened to Michael Schumacher, the racing driver who smashed records – then vanished
With news that the F1 icon has been seen in public for the first time in 11 years since his life-changing accident, Vicky Jessop looks back at the life and career at one of the sport’s brightest stars
- The Guardian
Ten Hag criticises Rashford in Porto but denies substitution was punishment
Manchester United’s manager said withdrawing one of his goalscorers in the 3-3 draw with Porto was for rotation and asked: ‘Don’t judge us in this moment’
- Evening Standard
Arne Slot delivers verdict on Premier League lunchtime kick-offs with 'stupid' Liverpool claim
Liverpool travel to Crystal Palace for early kick-off on Saturday
- The Telegraph
Mo Salah screamer gives Arne Slot best start of any Liverpool manager
Move over Bill, Bob, Kenny and Jurgen. Arne Slot has momentarily put the Anfield legends in the shade with the best start of any Liverpool manager.
- Hello!
Prince George's daring new hobby revealed – 'He absolutely loves it'
Prince George has been able to experience a lot of things during his life and during a meeting with Olympic stars, Prince William revealed that the youngster had a new hair-raising new hobby
- Evening Standard
Mikel Arteta reveals triple Arsenal injury boost as Martin Odegaard update provided
Gunners could be close to full-strength in defence against struggling Southampton
- Evening Standard
Aaron Ramsdale returns to Arsenal with no bad blood as goalkeeper bids to haunt Mikel Arteta with Southampton
England international is back at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday bidding to thwart his former club after brave decision to leave
- The Telegraph
Harry Maguire questions Manchester United’s mental strength after Porto performance
Harry Maguire questioned Manchester United’s mental strength after they again sloppily conceded three goals in quick succession to raise further questions over the future of manager Erik ten Hag.
- Evening Standard
Chelsea player ratings vs Gent: Mykhailo Mudryk takes his chance but Cesare Casadei disappoints
Blues’ attacking stars deliver in opening European victory
- Evening Standard
Enzo Maresca hails Christopher Nkunku after 'special day' capped with Chelsea goal
Nkunku is back in France squad for upcoming Nations League fixtures
- The Guardian
Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend
Gary O’Neil finds himself in a tight spot, Jadon Sancho helps lead Chelsea revival and Leicester need to get on front foot
- Evening Standard
Europa League table 2024-25: Latest standings, fixtures and results after Tottenham win but Man United stumble
Manchester United, Tottenham and Rangers all involved in revamped tournament
- Evening Standard
Manchester United XI vs Porto: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Europa League today
Erik ten Hag handed key midfield boost for a crucial clash with the Portuguese giants
- Evening Standard
Erik ten Hag offers shock explanation for Marcus Rashford substitution in chaotic Man United draw with Porto
The forward was withdrawn at half-time despite opening the scoring
- Associated Press
Ticket prices for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics range from 30 to nearly 3,000 euros
Local organizers announced Thursday that more than 20% of the tickets for the games in February, 2026, are available for under 40 euros ($44) and more than half are priced at under 100 euros ($110). Anyone interested in attending should register on the official ticketing platform, to enter a draw that will allocate specific time slots for purchasing tickets in the first phase of sales.
- Associated Press
Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark a near-unanimous choice as WNBA's Rookie of the Year
Caitlin Clark has been named the WNBA Rookie of the Year in a near-unanimous vote, giving the Indiana Fever back-to-back winners after Aliyah Boston won the honor last season. A national panel of sportswriters and sportscasters gave Clark 66 of 67 votes in balloting released Thursday. Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese received the other.
- Evening Standard
Emile Smith Rowe driven by desire to earn England recall, says Fulham boss Marco Silva
Smith Rowe has made a bright start at Fulham but was left out of the latest England squad by interim manager Lee Carsley
- Evening Standard
Arsenal launch new Aries streetwear collection dedicated to 'fans around the world'
Gunners team up with London-based luxury brand for unique limited-edition range